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Calcasieu Parish
Police Jury
February 5, 2026
Lake Charles, Louisiana
The Police Jury of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, met in Regular Session at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026, in the Police Jury Meeting Room of the Parish Government Building, located at 1015 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, with The Honorable Brian Abshire, President, presiding.
Call to Order by President Abshire.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. (Mr. Bares)
Roll Call.
PRESENT: Ms. Mary Kaye Eason; and Messrs. Joe Andrepont, Judd Bares, Anthony Bartie, Mitch Bowers, Randy Burleigh, Ron Hayes, Tony Guillory, Chris Landry, Eddie Lewis, Jr., Roger Marcantel, Darby Quinn, Mike Smith, and Tony Stelly
ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Mr. Dane R. Bolin, Parish Administrator; Ms. Jessica D. Booth, Director of Administration; Mr. Wesley W. Crain, Director of Planning and Development; Ms. Kelly Fontenot, Parish Treasurer/Finance Director; Mr. Samuel B. Gabb of Plauche, Smith and Nieset, General Counsel; Mr. Alberto C. Galan, Director of Parish Operations; Mr. Nicholas Johnson, Parish Engineer; Mr. Allen Wainwright, Director of the Division of Engineering and Public Works; and Ms. Jennifer R. Wallace, Parish Secretary
1. Presentation
1.A Presentation in recognition of the retirement of The Honorable Chris E. Landry, District 7 Police Juror, for over 26 years of dedicated service.
President Abshire asked Mr. Landry and Mr. Bolin to join him at the podium. As they made their way, historical photographs of Mr. Landry in service as a Police Juror were shown on the screens within the meeting room.
President Abshire said it was an honor to serve as a Police Juror for the past eight years with Mr. Landry and said Mr. Landry would be missed. President Abshire and Mr. Bolin presented Mr. Landry with a plaque commemorating his service.
Mr. Bolin spoke of Mr. Landrys passion for his role as Police Juror, working alongside all Parish employees for the betterment of Calcasieu Parish. He noted that Mr. Landry was committed to all Parish citizens, not just those located within District Seven. Because of the relationships Mr. Landry had built and the lives he had touched, Mr. Bolin said Mr. Landrys legacy was strong and his impact would continue to be seen for years to come.
Mr. Landry received a standing ovation.
Mr. Bolin presented Mr. Landrys wife, Ms. Leslie Landry, with a bouquet of flowers.
Mr. Guy Brame, former District Eight Police Juror, appeared before the Police Jury and commended Mr. Landry for his leadership. He said that he and Mr. Landry had formed a good friendship over the years and he appreciated their accomplishments as Police Jurors.
Mr. Brent Clement, former District 12 and District 15 Police Juror, appeared before the Police Jury. He said that he and Mr. Landry became Jurors at the same time, in 2000, with a number of other first-year Jurors. He noted that Mr. Landry was straight-forward and truthful, while also being a good listener, which earned Mr. Landry respect.
Mr. Chuck Kleckley, former District 8 Police Juror, appeared before the Police Jury and said he also became a Police Juror in 2000. He said that what Mr. Landry had done for the people of Calcasieu Parish had set a high bar that would be difficult to match. Mr. Kleckley added that Mr. Landry was known for his brutal honesty, which was a commendable quality to have.
Mayor Hal McMillin, City of Westlake, who was a former District 14 Police Juror, appeared before the Police Jury and said he was also a new Police Juror in 2000. Mayor McMillin spoke of Mr. Landrys wit and wisdom. Mayor McMillin presented Mr. Landry with a Proclamation from the City of Westlake recognizing his years of service. Mayor McMillin also presented a similar Proclamation from Mayor Mike Danahay and the City of Sulphur, noting that the Mayor was unable to attend.
Mr. Landry returned to his seat with the Police Jury.
The Police Jurors spoke individually of their great respect for Mr. Landry, thanking him for his many years of public service and remarking about his wealth of knowledge. They all wished Mr. Landry nothing but the best in his retirement.
Mr. Landry expressed his appreciation to all the speakers. He shared an anecdote about his first campaign for Police Juror, when his children, who were young at the time, would fight over who would hand out the push cards, saying that knocking on doors as part of the campaign was an enjoyable part of the experience. He spoke fondly of his time as a Police Juror and the friendships he had formed as a result. Although he said he would miss everyone, Mr. Landry said he would be available to assist where needed. In closing, Mr. Landry thanked his family for enabling him to have the time to serve.
2. Engineering and Public Works
Consideration of approving the following items as requested by the Division of Engineering and Public Works, and further, authorizing the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, to execute all documents related thereto:
2.A Adopt resolutions approving Permanent Utilities Servitude with Temporary Construction Servitude Agreements for the Gauthier Road Sewer Project Phase 3 from (i) Frank, Jr., and Jennifer Brocato, and (ii) Stephanie Boyd. (District 6, Mr. Hayes)
Motion was made by Mr. Hayes, seconded by Mr. Bares and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve a Permanent Utilities Servitude with Temporary Construction Servitude Agreement for the Gauthier Road Sewer Project Phase 3 from Frank James Brocato, Jr., and Jennifer Kay Greenlee Brocato.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve a Permanent Utilities Servitude with Temporary Construction Servitude Agreement for the Gauthier Road Sewer Project Phase 3 from Stephanie Lynn Boyd.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
2.B Adopt resolutions approving Act of Donation of a Permanent Utilities Servitude Agreements for the Nelson Road Waterline Expansion Project from (i) Terry, II, and Melanie Pinder, (ii) Robert, Jr., and Gay Caswell, (iii) Robert and Adela Wilson, and (iv) Jeffery and Paula Brame. (District 8, Ms. Eason)
Motion was made by Ms. Eason, seconded by Mr. Bowers and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve an Act of Donation of a Permanent Utilities Servitude Agreement for the Nelson Road Waterline Expansion Project from Terry Michael Pinder, II and Melanie Sue Pinder.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve an Act of Donation of a Permanent Utilities Servitude Agreement for the Nelson Road Waterline Expansion Project from Robert Linus Caswell, Jr., and Gay Lou Davis Caswell.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve an Act of Donation of a Permanent Utilities Servitude Agreement for the Nelson Road Waterline Expansion Project from Robert Daniel Wilson and Adela B. Wilson.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve an Act of Donation of a Permanent Utilities Servitude Agreement for the Nelson Road Waterline Expansion Project from Jeffery Guy Brame and Paula Carol McGraw Brame.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
2.C Adopt a resolution approving a Permanent Public Facilities Servitude Agreement for the East Calcasieu Parish Consolidated Waterworks Project from Jefferson Davis Electric Cooperative, Inc. (District 10, Mr. Stelly)
Motion was made by Mr. Stelly, seconded by Mr. Marcantel and carried to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve a Permanent Public Facilities Servitude Agreement for the East Calcasieu Parish Consolidated Waterworks Project from Jefferson Davis Electric Cooperative, Inc.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
2.D Adopt resolutions approving the following items relative to grants from the State of Louisiana, Office of Community Development: (i) Submittal of grant applications, (ii) Agreements between the Police Jury and the State of Louisiana, Office of Community Development, for said grant awards, and (iii) Sub-recipient agreements between the Police Jury and the Waterworks Districts for said grant awards.
AGENDA NOTE: The Parish will apply for Community Water Enrichment Fund Grants on behalf of Waterworks District No. One of Ward One and Waterworks District No. Four of Ward Four. The Parish will apply for a Local Government Assistance Program Grant on behalf of Waterworks District No. Ten of Ward Seven.
Motion was made by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Smith and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve the following items on behalf of Waterworks District No. One of Ward One and Waterworks District No. Four of Wards Four (Districts): (i) Submittal of a Community Water Enrichment Fund (CWEF) grant application to the State of Louisiana, Office of Community Development, (ii) Agreements between the Police Jury and the State of Louisiana, Office of Community Development, for said grant awards, and (iii) Sub-recipient agreements between the Police Jury and the Districts for said grant awards.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve the following items on behalf of Waterworks District No. Ten of Ward Seven (District): (i) Submittal of a Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant application to the State of Louisiana, Office of Community Development, (ii) Agreement between the Police Jury and the State of Louisiana, Office of Community Development, for said grant award, and (iii) Sub-recipient agreement between the Police Jury and the District for said grant award.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
3. Administration
Consideration of approving the following items as requested by the Office of the Administrator, and further, authorizing the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, to execute all documents related thereto:
3.A Approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Police Jury dated January 8, 2026.
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Bares and carried unanimously to approve.
4. Planning and Development
Consideration of approving the following items as requested by the Division of Planning and Development, and further, authorizing the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, to execute all documents related thereto:
4.A Approve applications for liquor and beer permits.
AGENDA NOTE: Staff recommends approval of sixteen (16) renewal applications.
Motion was made by Mr. Bares, seconded by Mr. Andrepont and carried unanimously to approve the following sixteen (16) applications:
WARD 1
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #15811
3327 Highway 171 North
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 1, Mr. Quinn)
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #30859
1984 Sam Houston Jones Parkway
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 1, Mr. Quinn)
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #9340
899 Highway 171 North
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 2, Mr. Smith)
WARD 2
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #20369
8110 Joe Primeaux Road
Hayes, LA 70646 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 10, Mr. Stelly)
WARD 3
Champaign Businick VFW Post 2130
Chad Schexnider, Member
VFW POST 2130
5676 Lake Street
Lake Charles, LA 70605 Liquor & Beer $135.00
(District 6, Mr. Hayes)
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #25042
1825 Easy Street
Lake Charles, LA 70605 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 6, Mr. Hayes)
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #23714
9325 Gulf Highway
Lake Charles, LA 70607 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 7, Mr. Landry)
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #22334
6840 Big Lake Road
Lake Charles, LA 70605 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 8, Mrs. Eason)
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #22886
2319 Country Club Road
Lake Charles, LA 70605 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 8, Mrs. Eason)
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #23145
5725 Highway 14
Lake Charles, LA 70607 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 9, Mr. Bartie)
WARD 4
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #6117
4859 Highway 27 South
Sulphur, LA 70665 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 15, Mr. Bowers)
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #21415
2965 South Beglis Parkway
Sulphur, LA 70665 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 15, Mr. Bowers)
WARD 5
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #9536
4249 Highway 12
Starks, LA 70661 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 11, Mr. Marcantel)
WARD 8
LA-3059 Springs LLC
Jameel Merali, Member
CHARGE UP 51
6594 Highway 3059
Lake Charles, LA 70615 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 10, Mr. Stelly)
DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #13528
6285 Highway 90 East
Lake Charles, LA 70615 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 10, Mr. Stelly) DG Louisiana, LLC
Emily Taylor, Applicant
DOLLAR GENERAL #13099
6408 Highway 3059
Iowa, LA 70647 Liquor & Beer $75.00
(District 10, Mr. Stelly)
5. Juvenile Justice Services
Consideration of approving the following items as requested by the Office of Juvenile Justice Services, and further, authorizing the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, to execute all documents related thereto:
5.A Adopt a resolution approving a Professional Services/Consulting Contract between the Police Jury and Educational and Treatment Council, Inc., for emergency shelter care and treatment services for children and families in Calcasieu Parish.
Motion was made by Mr. Guillory, seconded by Ms. Eason and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve a Professional Services/Consulting Contract between the Police Jury and the Educational and Treatment Council, Inc., for emergency shelter care and treatment services for children and families in Calcasieu Parish.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
5.B Adopt resolutions for the following relative to the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement: (i) ratifying the submittal of continuation grant application documents in an amount up to $65,000 (with 20% matching funds) for a case manager and counseling services to assist victims of child abuse in recovering from effects associated with victimization, and allowing the filing of an adjustment to increase the grant award, should residual funds become available, and (ii) approving a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Police Jury and the Educational and Treatment Council, Inc., for said grant award.
Motion was made by Mr. Andrepont, seconded by Mr. Marcantel and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby ratify the submittal of continuation grant application documents in an amount up to $65,000 (with 20% matching funds) to the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for a case manager and counseling services to assist victims of child abuse in recovering from effects associated with victimization.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, it does hereby allow the filing of an adjustment to increase the grant award, should residual funds become available.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Police Jury and the Educational and Treatment Council, Inc., for a grant from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
6. Public Health Services
Consideration of approving the following item as requested by the Department of Public Health Services, and further, authorizing the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, to execute all documents related thereto:
6.A Adopt a resolution approving Cooperative Endeavor Agreements between the Police Jury and various entities for the 2025 Opioid Abatement Grants, as funded through the Opioid Abatement Settlement Funds Program.
AGENDA NOTE: Staff recommends awards to the following entities: AppleGate Health Services, Inc.; Calcasieu Parish Public Defenders Office; Calcasieu Parish District Attorneys Office; Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority/Region V Office of Public Health; Literacy Council of SWLA, Inc.; McNeese State University; McNeese State University Foundation; Project Trey Recovery Caf; SWLA Do No Harm/Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center; Unity Psychiatry, LLC; and Ward 4 Marshals Office.
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Bartie and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve Cooperative Endeavor Agreements between the Police Jury and the following entities for the 2025 Opioid Abatement Grants, as funded through the Opioid Abatement Settlement Funds Program:
AppleGate Health Services, Inc.
Calcasieu Parish Public Defenders Office
Calcasieu Parish District Attorneys Office
Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority/Region V Office of Public Health
Literacy Council of SWLA, Inc.
McNeese State University
McNeese State University Foundation
Project Trey Recovery Cafe
SWLA Do No Harm/Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center
Unity Psychiatry, LLC
Ward 4 Marshals Office
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
7. Procurement
Consideration of approving the following items as requested by the Parish Purchasing Agent, and further, authorizing the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, to execute all documents related thereto:
7.A Approve payment of all current invoices.
Motion was made by Mr. Andrepont, seconded by Mr. Stelly and carried unanimously to approve.
7.B Advertise for bids for the CAER Sirens Replacement Project (DB-2025-FM-186).
Motion was made by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Ms. Eason and carried unanimously to approve the advertisement.
7.C Advertise for bids for the Magnolia Building Renovations and Improvements Project (DB-2025-FM-177). (District 3, Mr. Lewis)
Motion was made by Mr. Lewis, seconded by Mr. Landry and carried unanimously to approve the advertisement.
7.D Advertise for bids for Calcasieu Parish Project No. 26-201-0004 (West Wayside Drive Drainage Improvements Project). (District 14, Mr. Burleigh)
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Lewis and carried unanimously to approve the advertisement.
7.E Adopt a resolution on bids received on January 21, 2026, for Calcasieu Parish Project No. 25-102-0123 (East Calcasieu Parish Roads and Drainage Rehabilitation). (Wards One, Two, and Three; District 1, Mr. Quinn; District 2, Mr. Smith; District 4, Mr. Guillory; District 6, Mr. Hayes; District 7, Mr. Landry; District 8, Ms. Eason; District 9, Mr. Bartie; and District 10, Mr. Stelly)
Contractor Name Bid Total
Prairie Contractors, L.L.C. $4,727,165.85
R.E. Heidt Construction Co., L.L.C. $4,751,753.85
AGENDA NOTE: Staff recommends the low bid of Prairie Contractors, L.L.C., in the amount of $4,727,165.85, be accepted.
Motion was made by Ms. Eason, seconded by Mr. Quinn and carried unanimously to accept the staff recommendation and adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby approve a Construction Contract between the Police Jury and Prairie Contractors, L.L.C., for Calcasieu Parish Project No. 25-102-0123 (East Calcasieu Parish Roads and Drainage Rehabilitation), in the amount of $4,727,165.85, bids for which were received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on January 21, 2026, and for which Prairie Contractors, L.L.C., submitted the lowest bid.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
7.F Adopt a resolution accepting Calcasieu Parish Project No. 25-301-0008 (McCown Road Bridge Repair Project) as substantially complete. (District 10, Mr. Stelly)
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Bartie and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby accept Calcasieu Parish Project No. 25-301-0008 (McCown Road Bridge Repair Project) as substantially complete.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
8. Board Appointments
Consideration of approving the appointments/nominations of the following members of the various boards/districts, and further, adopting resolutions where applicable:
8.A Airport Authority of Airport District No. One; Ms. Eason, Mr. Hayes, and Mr. Landry.
Mr. Adam Gremillion REAPPOINT
Motion was made by Ms. Eason, seconded by Mr. Burleigh and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby reappoint Mr. Adam Gremillion as a member of the Airport Authority of Airport District No. One, said term to expire February, 2031.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in accordance with state law, the above referred to appointee shall be administered an oath of office by any judge, justice of the peace, clerk of court, or notary public duly appointed and qualified in the State of Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the above-named appointee shall be administered the oath of office within thirty days following receipt of this resolution.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
8.B Calcasieu Parish Public Safety Communications District; Mr. Bowers and Ms. Eason.
(1) Mr. Kenneth Jerry Merchant (Resigned) DEFER 30 DAYS
(2) Mr. Lloyd Miller (Deceased) APPOINT MR. KARL GILLARD
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Landry and carried unanimously to appoint and defer as shown on the agenda. As a result the following resolution was adopted:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby appoint Mr. Karl Gillard, to replace Mr. Lloyd Miller, as a member of the Board of Commissioners of the Calcasieu Parish Public Safety Communications District, said term to expire March, 2029.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in accordance with state law, the above referred to appointee shall be administered an oath of office by any judge, justice of the peace, clerk of court, or notary public duly appointed and qualified in the State of Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the above-named appointee shall be administered the oath of office within thirty days following receipt of this resolution.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
8.C Community Center and Playground District No. Five of Ward Five (District 11); Mr. Marcantel.
Mr. Eric Price DEFER 60 DAYS
(Deferred 30 days on July 3, 2025, August 7, 2025, September 4, 2025, October 2, 2025, November 6, 2025, and 60 days December 4, 2025)
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Quinn and carried unanimously to defer action until the Regular Meeting on April 9, 2026.
8.D Creole Nature Trail Scenic Byway District; Mr. Bowers.
Mr. Paul Guillory (Resigned) APPOINT MS. LORI MARINOVICH
(Deferred 30 days on January 8, 2026)
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Andrepont and carried unanimously that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby appoint Ms. Lori Marinovich, to replace Mr. Paul Guillory, as a member of the Creole Nature Trail Scenic Byway District, said term to expire December 31, 2026.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in accordance with state law, the above referred to appointee shall be administered an oath of office by any judge, justice of the peace, clerk of court, or notary public duly appointed and qualified in the State of Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the above-named appointee shall be administered the oath of office within thirty days following receipt of this resolution.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
8.E Waterworks District No. One of Ward One (District 1); Mr. Quinn.
Mr. Gilbert Glen Franklin (Resigned)
APPOINT MR. GILBERT GLEN FRANKLIN, JR.
Motion was made by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Marcantel and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby appoint Mr. Gilbert Glen Franklin, Jr., to replace Mr. Gilbert Glen Franklin, as a member of the Board of Commissioners of Waterworks District No. One of Ward One, said term to expire September, 2029.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in accordance with state law, the above referred to appointee shall be administered an oath of office by any judge, justice of the peace, clerk of court, or notary public duly appointed and qualified in the State of Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the above-named appointee shall be administered the oath of office within thirty days following receipt of this resolution.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
8.F Waterworks District No. Fourteen of Ward Five (District 11); Mr. Marcantel.
Mr. Brian Corbello REAPPOINT
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Bowers and carried unanimously that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby reappoint Mr. Brian Corbello as a member of the Board of Commissioners of Waterworks District No. Fourteen of Ward Five, said term to expire February, 2031.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in accordance with state law, the above referred to appointee shall be administered an oath of office by any judge, justice of the peace, clerk of court, or notary public duly appointed and qualified in the State of Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the above-named appointee shall be administered the oath of office within thirty days following receipt of this resolution.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
8.G Workforce Development Board; Mr. Smith and Mr. Stelly.
Mr. Courtney Jacob (Resigned) APPOINT MS. RAVEN WILLIAMS
Motion was made by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Stelly and carried unanimously that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of February, 2026, that it does hereby appoint Ms. Raven Williams, to replace Mr. Courtney Jacob, as a member of the Workforce Development Board, said term to expire June 30, 2028.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in accordance with state law, the above referred to appointee shall be administered an oath of office by any judge, justice of the peace, clerk of court, or notary public duly appointed and qualified in the State of Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the above-named appointee shall be administered the oath of office within thirty days following receipt of this resolution.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of February, 2026.
9. Board Advise
9.A Calcasieu Parish Public Safety Communications District; Mr. Bowers and Ms. Eason.
(1) Ms. Christa Comeaux
(2) Mr. Robert Daughdril
9.B Ward Four Fire Protection District No. Two (District 12); Mr. Bares.
Mr. Kenny Domingue
10. Advise
10.A Advise that the Parishs family-friendly Mardi Gras in The Zone will be Tuesday, February 17, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the corner of Ryan Street and Gill Street, south of the Calcasieu Parish Courthouse. (Mr. Campbell)
A promotional video of The Zone was shown to meeting attendees.
Mr. Joshua Campbell, Assistant Director of the Office of Juvenile Justice Services, appeared before the Police Jury. He noted that this would be the 18th year for The Zone, which had typically changed location every year, from parking lot to parking lot; however, this year would be the first in a permanent location in the grassy area at the northwest corner of Ryan Street and Gill Street. He closed by encouraging everyone to bring their families to this event.
10.B Advise that the Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinics will be held as follows:
(1) Lake Charles - Burton Coliseum, 7001 Gulf Highway, northwest parking lot, Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; and
(2) Sulphur - West Calcasieu Arena, 401 Arena Road, parking lot, Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
11. Adjourn
There being no further business, motion was made by Mr. Landry, seconded by Mr. Stelly and carried unanimously that the meeting be adjourned.
/s/ Brian Abshire,
President
/s/ Jennifer R. Wallace, Parish Secretary
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