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Calcasieu Parish
Police Jury
June 5, 2026
Lake Charles, Louisiana
The Police Jury of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, met in Regular Session at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 5, 2025, in the Police Jury Meeting Room of the Parish Government Building, located at 1015 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, with The Honorable Judd Bares, President, presiding.
Call to Order by President Bares.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. (Mr. Quinn)
Roll Call.
PRESENT: Ms. Mary Kaye Eason; and Messrs. Brian Abshire, Joe Andrepont, Anthony Bartie, Mitch Bowers, Tony Guillory, Chris Landry, Eddie Lewis, Jr., Roger Marcantel, Darby Quinn, and Mike Smith
ABSENT: Messrs. Randy Burleigh, Ron Hayes, and Tony Stelly
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
2. Appearance
2.A Appearance by Mr. Scott Walker, President/CEO of the Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance. (Mr. Bolin)
Mr. Scott Walker, 4310 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, appeared before the Police Jury and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to introduce himself as the organizations new President/CEO. He emphasized the importance of collaboration with the Police Jury for the long-term success of Calcasieu Parish and the broader five parish region. He highlighted the significant investments coming to the area, stressed the need to build resilience against economic downturns, and advised that the Southwest Louisiana Chamber and Economic Development Alliance had adopted a new vision focused on building a dedicated team and fostering partnerships with businesses, industry, nonprofits, and local governments to improve quality of life and economic opportunity.
He concluded by encouraging active participation in the organizations upcoming stakeholder meetings and reaffirmed the commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and positioning Southwest Louisiana as a competitive and thriving region.
President Bares expressed his excitement to see Mr. Walkers plans for the future and said he looked forward to working together.
1. Public Hearing
Hold a public hearing at 5:45 p.m., as a result of notice provided to the owners of the properties described below, in accordance with Article II - Chapter Six of the Code of Ordinances of the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana, ordering said owners to show cause as to why the structures on said properties should not be condemned:
1.A 7479 GULF HIGHWAY, Lake Charles, Ward Three (one commercial building). Owner: ARG IM12PKSLB001, LLC, 38 Washington Square, Newport, RI 02840 TA #01321024 (District 7, Mr. Landry);
AGENDA NOTE: On April 10, 2025, the Police Jury deferred action for sixty (60) days.
President Bares asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak on this item and heard no response.
Mr. Crain recommended to defer for thirty days as the owner had submitted a scope of work for permitting.
Mr. Landry asked what progress had been made since the April deferral. Mr. Crain advised that the grass had been mowed and junk at the site had been removed. Mr. Landry thanked Mr. Crain and Mr. David Robinson, Inspector, Division of Planning and Development, for documenting evidence of forward progress.
Motion was made by Mr. Landry, seconded by Mr. Lewis, and carried unanimously to defer condemnation action on the commercial building until the Regular Meeting on July 3, 2025.
1.B SOUTH OF 5260 ELLIOTT ROAD, Lake Charles, Ward Three (one barn and one accessory building with attached awning). Owner: Eric Benjamin Granger, 5312 Elliott Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605 TA #00071277 (District 8, Ms. Eason);
AGENDA NOTE: Staff requests additional time to review ownership paperwork that was recently provided for this item; therefore, no action is necessary.
1.C 5312 ELLIOTT ROAD, Lake Charles, Ward Three (one house and one accessory build-ing). Owner: Frankie Louis Granger, et al, 5386 Elliott Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605 TA #00071129 (District 8, Ms. Eason);
AGENDA NOTE: Staff requests additional time to review ownership paperwork that was recently provided for this item; therefore, no action is necessary.
1.D 5352 ELLIOTT ROAD, Lake Charles, Ward Three (one house). Owner: Victoria Lynn Hollier Jones, et al, 5320 Elliott Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605 TA #00071234 (District 8, Ms. Eason);
President Bares asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak on this item and heard no response.
Motion was made by Ms. Eason, seconded by Mr. Quinn and carried unanimously to condemn and remove the house located at 5352 Elliott Road, Lake Charles, Ward Three, within thirty days. As a result of the vote, the following ordinance was adopted:
(ORDINANCE NO. 8076 previously published June 28, 2025)
1.E 7649 and 7838 LOGNION ROAD, Bell City, Ward Two (one house and one manufactured home). Owner: Joseph Guy Derouen, 317 Louisiana Avenue, Sulphur, LA 70663 TA #00039438 (District 10, Mr. Stelly);
President Bares asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak on this item and heard no response.
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Landry and carried unanimously to condemn and remove the house and manufactured home located at 7649 and 7838 Lognion Road, Bell City, Ward Two, within thirty days. As a result of the vote, the following ordinance was adopted:
(ORDINANCE NO. 8077 previously published June 28, 2025)
1.F 1255 DUNN FERRY ROAD, Sulphur, Ward Six (one accessory building). Owner: Ronald James Lebert, et ux, 1255 Dunn Ferry Road, Sulphur, LA 70663 TA #01167170 (District 11, Mr. Marcantel);
President Bares asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak on this item and heard no response.
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Andrepont and carried unanimously to condemn and remove the accessory building located at 1255 Dunn Ferry Road, Sulphur, Ward Six, within thirty days. As a result of the vote, the following ordinance was adopted:
(ORDINANCE NO. 8078 previously published June 28, 2025)
1.G 6933 WILLIS MORROW ROAD, Carlyss, Ward Four (one manufactured home). Own-er: Linda Lee Vincent, et al c/o Louie Vincent, Jr., 6927 Willis Morrow Road, Sulphur, LA 70665 TA #00184209 (District 12, Mr. Bares);
President Bares asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak on this item and heard no response.
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Landry and carried unanimously to condemn and remove the manufactured home located at 6933 Willis Morrow Road, Carlyss, Ward Four, within thirty days. As a result of the vote, the following ordinance was adopted:
(ORDINANCE NO. 8079 previously published June 28, 2025)
1.H 415 PRATER ROAD, Mossville, Ward Four (one metal accessory building). Owner: Wes-ley John Montgomery, et al, c/o Tryella Harmon, 1519 1st Avenue, Lake Charles, LA 70601 TA #00127477 (District 14, Mr. Burleigh); and
AGENDA NOTE: On May 8, 2025, the Police Jury deferred action for thirty (30) days.
President Bares asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak on this item and heard no response.
Mr. Crain requested to defer for thirty days to allow the owners engineer to complete a structural report.
Motion was made by Mr. Andrepont, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried unanimously to defer condemnation action on the metal accessory building until the Regular Meeting on July 3, 2025.
1.I 4017 SOUTH BEGLIS PARKWAY, Sulphur, Ward Four (one house). Owner: Cleveland John Collins, Jr., 1212 North Sally Mae Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601 TA #00142123 (District 15, Mr. Bowers).
President Bares asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak on this item and heard no response.
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Andrepont and carried unanimously to condemn and remove the house located at 4017 South Beglis Parkway, Sulphur, Ward Four, within thirty days. As a result of the vote, the following ordinance was adopted:
(ORDINANCE NO. 8080 previously published June 28, 2025)
3. 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:
3.A Adopt a resolution approving a Permanent Utilities Servitude Agreement for the East Calcasieu Parish Consolidated Waterworks Project from NGR Properties, L.L.C. (District 4, Mr. Guillory)
Motion was made by Mr. Guillory, seconded by Mr. Smith 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve a Permanent Utilities Servitude Agreement for the East Calcasieu Parish Consolidated Waterworks Project from NGR Properties, L.L.C.
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 June, 2025.
3.B Adopt a resolution approving a Temporary Construction Servitude Agreement for the East Calcasieu Parish Consolidated Waterworks Project from Edmund Echavarria and Bel-em Castillo. (District 7, Mr. Landry)
Motion was made by Mr. Landry, seconded by Mr. Lewis 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve a Temporary Construction Servitude Agreement for the East Calcasieu Parish Consolidated Waterworks Project from Edmund Ita Echavarria and Belem Castillo.
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 June, 2025.
3.C Adopt a resolution approving the renewal of a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Police Jury and the State of Louisiana, Department of Energy and Natural Resources, for the 2025-2028 Calcasieu Parish Local Coastal Program.
AGENDA NOTE: This agreement has been in place since 1986.
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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve the renewal of a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Police Jury and the State of Louisiana, Department of Energy and Natural Resources, for the 2025-2028 Calcasieu Parish Local Coastal Program.
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 June, 2025.
3.D Adopt an ordinance approving a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Police Jury, the State of Louisiana, Division of Administration, Office of Community Development (OCD), and the Road Home Corporation, doing business as the Louisiana Land Trust (LLT), for the Restore Louisiana Homeowner Program (RLHP) Solution 4 Voluntary Acquisition and Buyout Program.
AGENDA NOTE: The State of Louisiana acquires properties located in a floodway and/or V-zone and, subsequently, transfers said properties to the Police Jury, as required by the Program.
Motion was made by Mr. Bartie, seconded by Mr. Bowers and carried unanimously to adopt the following ordinance:
(ORDINANCE NO. 8081 previously published June 28, 2025)
4. 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:
4.A Approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Police Jury dated May 8, 2025.
Motion was made by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Bowers and carried unanimously to approve.
4.B Approve the Ways and Means Committee Report dated June 5, 2025. (Mr. Abshire)
Mr. Abshire, as Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, provided a brief report. Motion was made by Mr. Abshire, seconded by Mr. Quinn and carried unanimously to approve the report of said Committee dated June 5, 2025, as follows:
WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE REPORT
June 5, 2025
A meeting of the Ways and Means Committee was held at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 5, 2025, in the Police Jury Meeting Room of the Parish Government Building, located at 1015 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, with Mr. Brian Abshire, Chairman, presiding and the following members present:
Vice Chairman Mike Smith; Ms. Mary Kaye Eason; and Messrs. Joe Andrepont, Judd Bares, Anthony Bartie, Mitch Bowers, Tony Guillory, Chris Landry, Eddie Lewis, Jr., Roger Marcantel, and Darby Quinn
Absent: Messrs. Randy Burleigh, Ron Hayes, and Tony Stelly
Also present were staff members Mr. Dane R. Bolin, Ms. Jessica D. Booth, Mr. Wesley Crain, Ms. Kelly Fontenot, Mr. Samuel Gabb, Mr. Alberto C. Galan, Mr. Nicholas Johnson, Mr. Allen Wainwright, and Ms. Jennifer R. Wallace.
Said Committee:
(1) Presented certificates to local sports teams, as follows:
(a) St. Louis Catholic High School Boys Golf Team in recognition of their 2025 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division II State Championship. The team was represented by the teams coach, Mr. Pat Neck.
(b) Sam Houston High School Softball Team in recognition of their 2025 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division I (Non-Select) State Championship. The team was represented by the teams coach, Ms. Beth Domingue.
(c) Sam Houston High School Baseball Team in recognition of their 2025 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division I (Non-Select) State Championship. The team was represented by the teams assistant coach, Mr. Joshua Youngblood.
There being no further business, Chairman Abshire declared the meeting to be adjourned.
4.C Adopt an ordinance approving the relocation of Precinct Nos. 661 and 662 to Ward Six Fire Protection District No. One, Company No. Two Fire Station (108 Marcantel Road, DeQuincy) from the former Ward Six Fire Protection District No. One, Company No. Two Fire Station (4775 Highway 27, DeQuincy).
AGENDA NOTE: The action is required to correct the current address for the station.
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Lewis and carried unanimously to adopt the following ordinance:
(ORDINANCE NO. 8082 previously published June 28, 2025)
4.D Adopt an ordinance approving the relocation of Precinct Nos. 663 and 664 to Ward Six Fire Protection District No. One, Company No. Three Fire Station (3533 Highway 27, Sulphur) from the former Calcasieu Parish Emergency Response Training Center (1617 B Holbrook Road, Sulphur).
AGENDA NOTE: The polling location is returning to the station following completion of hurricane damage repairs.
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Lewis and carried unanimously to adopt the following ordinance:
(ORDINANCE NO. 8083 previously published June 28, 2025)
4.E Adopt a resolution allowing Capital Area Finance Authority (CAFA) to offer a bond program, in addition to its current grant programs, to citizens purchasing homes in Southwest Louisiana (Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis Parishes).
AGENDA NOTE: CAFA is a Local Housing Finance Agency, not a state agency, and has a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Calcasieu Parish Public Trust Authority.
Motion was made by Mr. Landry, seconded by Mr. Abshire and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION OF THE CALCASIEU PARISH POLICE JURY ALLOWING CAPITAL AREA FINANCE AUTHORITY (CAFA) TO OFFER A BOND PROGRAM IN ADDITION TO CURRENT GRANT PROGRAMS TO CITIZENS PURCHASING HOMES IN SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA.
WHEREAS, the Capital Area Finance Authority (the Authority), a public trust created pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 2-A of Title 9 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended (La.R.S. 9:2341-9:2347, inclusive) (the Act) has, by resolution dated April 16, 2025, in accordance with the requirements of the Act, and the Rules and Regulations of the Louisiana State Bond Commission (the Commission), duly authorized the issuance of not exceeding $100,000,000 of Capital Area Finance Authority Revenue Bonds in one or more series (the Bonds) to finance loans to first-time homebuyers within the jurisdictional parishes of the Authority and such other governmental units (the Participating Jurisdictions) whose governing authority authorized and directed the execution of a cooperative endeavor agreement (a CEA) with the Authority under the provisions of the Act and other applicable constitutional and statutory authorities;
WHEREAS, the Commission, on May 15, 2025, duly authorized the issuance and sale of the Bonds in accordance with law and the Commissions Rules and Regulations;
WHEREAS, the Bonds are classified as exempt facility bonds under the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the Code) and the provisions of Section 147(f)(2)(A), (B) and (E) of the Code require that issuance of the Bonds be approved by the applicable elected representative of the governmental unit which issues such bonds or on whose behalf such bonds are issued and by the applicable elected representative of such other Participating Jurisdictions that have executed a CEA with the Authority under the provisions of the Act;
WHEREAS, the Calcasieu Parish Public Trust Authority, as the Participating Jurisdiction, has executed a CEA with the Authority to permit the financing of loans to first-time homebuyers within geographic area served by the Participating Jurisdiction;
WHEREAS, the applicable elected representative (the Approving Representative) of the Governmental Unit for purposes of approving the Bonds is Judd Bares, Police Jury President;
WHEREAS, in compliance with the requirements of the Code, Notice of Public Hearing (attached as Exhibit A hereto), was published in (i) The Advocate, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on April 23, 2025, (ii) The Daily Advertiser, Lafayette, Louisiana, on April 23, 2025, (iii) The Houma Courier, Houma, Louisiana, on April 23, 2025, (iv) American Press, Lake Charles, Louisiana, on April 23, 2025, (v) The News Star, Monroe, Louisiana, on April 23, 2025, (vi) The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, Louisiana, on April 23, 2025, (vii) The Shreveport Times, Shreveport, Louisiana, on April 23, 2025, and (viii) The Town Talk, Alex-andria, Louisiana, on April 23, 2025;
WHEREAS, in compliance with the requirements of the Code, the public hearing with respect to the issuance of said Bonds was held on May 5, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., Central Daylight Time, at 601 St. Ferdinand Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, and simultaneously held by teleconference using the following link:
http://us02web.zoom.us/j/9940303250omn=8847 or by dialing US toll-free: (833) 928-4610; meeting ID: 994 030 3250 in accordance with Rev. Proc. 2022-20 after due notice thereof was published in the official journal of the Authority and in the aforementioned publications sufficient to inform the public within the geographic area of the Participating Jurisdictions of the subject, date and place of said public hearing;
WHEREAS, no objections were raised by any person present at said hearing or by any person participating by teleconference relative to the issuance of the Bonds; and
WHEREAS, the Approving Representative of the Governmental Unit desires to approve the issuance of the Bonds for the purposes of the Code.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Calcasieu, as the governing authority of the Parish, that:
SECTION 1. The foregoing whereas clauses are hereby adopted as set forth in the preamble to this Resolution.
SECTION 2. The Police Jury, as the governing authority of the Parish, does hereby approve, and confirm the issuance of the Bonds. The Authority, and its officers, are authorized to cause this certificate to be filed of record in the transcript of proceedings for the Bonds and to file a copy thereof with any State or Federal agency, board or commission as may be required by any applicable State or Federal laws, rules, or regulations.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the results were as follows:
YEAS: Ms. Mary Kaye Eason; and Messrs. Brian Abshire, Joe Andrepont, An-thony Bartie, Mitch Bowers, Tony Guillory, Chris Landry, Eddie Lewis, Jr., Roger Marcantel, Darby Quinn, and Mike Smith
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Messrs. Randy Burleigh, Ron Hayes, and Tony Stelly
NOT VOTING: President Judd Bares
AND the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 5th day of June, 2025.
4.F Adopt a resolution approving an amendment to the Joint Services Agreement between the Police Jury and the City of Lake Charles for joint use, maintenance, and operation of the Calcasieu Emergency Response Training Center (CERTC), extending the term through December 31, 2026.
Motion was made by Mr. Landry, seconded by Mr. Bowers 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve an amendment to the Joint Services Agreement between the Police Jury and the City of Lake Charles for joint use, maintenance, and operation of the Calcasieu Emergency Response Training Center (CERTC), extending the term through December 31, 2026.
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 June, 2025.
4.G Adopt a resolution approving an amendment to the Joint Services Agreement between the Police Jury, on behalf of Ward Three Fire Protection District No. Two, and the City of Lake Charles, for administering fire protection services, extending the term through November 30, 2025.
Motion was made by Mr. Landry, seconded by Mr. Lewis 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve an amendment to the Joint Services Agreement between the Police Jury, on behalf of Ward Three Fire Protection District No. Two, and the City of Lake Charles, for administering fire protection services, extending the term through November 30, 2025.
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 June, 2025.
5. Human Services
Consideration of approving the following item as requested by the Human Services Department, 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 the submittal of a grant application to the State of Louisiana, Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), for participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Education and Training (E&T) Pro-gram for the Program Year October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, and further approving a Cost Reimbursement Agreement for said grant award.
Mr. Guillory asked Ms. Erika Garrison, Assistant Director with the Human Services Department, to speak on the program. She stated that the program supported individuals receiving benefits by connecting them to training opportunities (e.g., Certified Nursing Assistant certification) to help them secure higher-paying jobs and achieve economic stability, thereby reducing reliance on benefits.
Motion was made by Mr. Guillory, 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve the submittal of a grant application to the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) for participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Education and Training (E&T) Program for the Program Year October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that it does hereby authorize the Director of Human Services to submit reimbursement requests.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute a Cost Reimbursement Agreement for said grant award and all other documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of June, 2025.
6. 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:
6.A Adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 6 of the Code of Ordinances of the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana, Article II, Condemnation of Buildings and Structures.
AGENDA NOTE: This amendment provides language to allow the Director of Planning and Development, or other staff persons as authorized, to sign reports and other documents related to condemnation matters.
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Bowers and carried unanimously to adopt the following ordinance:
(ORDINANCE NO. 8084 previously published June 28, 2025)
6.B Adopt a resolution accepting Magnolia Point Subdivision, located off of Foster Brothers Road and Navajo Trail in Ward Five, Section 14, Township 9 South, Range 12 West, in Calcasieu Parish. (District 11, Mr. Marcantel)
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Andrepont and carried unanimously to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Raydient LLC, subdivided certain property in Ward Five of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, known as Magnolia Point Subdivision, a subdivision in Section 14, Township 9 South, Range 12 West, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana;
WHEREAS, said subdivision was submitted to the Calcasieu Parish Planning and Zoning Board and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for acceptance in accordance with the terms and conditions of Chapter 26, Article II. Subdivisions, of the Code of Ordinances of the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana;
WHEREAS, said subdivision plat was prepared by George A. Evans, Jr., Registered Land Surveyor No. 4750, and certification was made that the subdivision plat was prepared in accordance with La.R.S. 33:5051 and all other laws of the State of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, a certified copy of this resolution will be filed in the office of the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court and reference shall be made to same on the plat recorded (file number 3576062).
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of June, 2025, that it does hereby officially accept the plat of Magnolia Point Subdivision in Ward Five of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of June, 2025.
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. Quinn and carried unanimously to approve.
7.B Advertise for bids for Calcasieu Parish Project No. 25-202-0001 (Belfield Ditch Multi-Road Crossing Replacement Project). (District 1, Mr. Quinn)
Motion was made by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Marcantel and carried unanimously to approve the advertisement.
7.C Adopt a resolution on proposals received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 8, 2025, for the Official Journal, for a one-year period beginning July 1, 2025.
AGENDA NOTE: One proposal was received. Staff recommends the proposal of the American Press in the amount of $6.00 per inch per insertion date be accepted for a one-year period beginning July 1, 2025.
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Abshire 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby accept the proposal of the American Press, received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 8, 2025, for the Official Journal, for a one-year period beginning July 1, 2025.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY RESOLVED that the President of the Police Ju-ry, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of June, 2025.
Contractor Name Bid Total
Stephens TPS, Inc. $208,500
Alfred Palma, L.L.C. $209,360
Maguire Iron, Inc. $243,000
Viking Painting, LLC $319,800
Professional Application Services, Inc. $383,464
7.D Adopt a resolution on bids received by the Parish Purchasing Agent received May 13, 2025, for the Ground Storage Tank Repair Project (SD-2024-WW5-164), on behalf of Waterworks District No. Five of Wards Three and Eight. (District 2, Mr. Smith)
AGENDA NOTE: The Police Jury serves as the governing authority for this District. The bids of Stephens TPS, Inc., and Professional Application Services, Inc., were non-responsive due to failure to provide a valid bid bond, and the bid of Alfred Palma, L.L.C., was non-responsive due to a failure to meet the required licensing classification. Staff recommends the lowest responsive bid of Maguire Iron, Inc., in the amount of $243,000, be accepted.
Motion was made by Mr. Smith, seconded by Ms. Eason 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve a Construction Contract between the Police Jury, on behalf of Waterworks District No. Five of Wards Three and Eight, and Maguire Iron, Inc., for the Ground Storage Tank Repair Pro-ject (SD-2024-WW5-164), in the amount of $243,000, bids for which were received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 13, 2025, and for which Maguire Iron, Inc., submitted the lowest responsive 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 June, 2025.
7.E Adopt a resolution on bids received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 13, 2025, for the Allen August Center Parking and Paving Improvements Project (DB-2025-FM-116). (District 2, Mr. Smith)
Contractor Name Bid Total
Pat Williams Construction, L.L.C. $443,000.00
K&J Development of SWLA LLC $469,000.00
Alfred Palma, L.L.C. $477,700.00
Construction Services of Southwest Loui-siana, L.L.C. $520,000.00
Kraus Construction, Inc. $526,400.00
Shannon Smith Construction, LLC $538,000.00
Dezigner Construction and Consulting LLC $586,000.00
McManus Construction, LLC $946,729.96
R.D. Spell, Inc. $951,729.00
AGENDA NOTE: The bid of Kraus Construction, Inc. was deemed non-responsive due to a failure to acknowledge Addendum One. Staff recommends the low bid of Pat Williams Construction, L.L.C., in the amount of $443,000.00, be accepted.
Motion was made by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Guillory 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve a Construction Contract between the Police Jury and Pat Williams Construction, L.L.C., for the Allen August Center Parking and Paving Improvements Project (DB-2025-FM-116), in the amount of $443,000, bids for which were received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 13, 2025, and for which Pat Williams Construction, 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 June, 2025.
7.F Adopt a resolution on bids received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 13, 2025, for the Paving and Exterior Improvements at Various Calcasieu Parish Libraries Project (Car-negie, Central, Maplewood, Moss Bluff, Sulphur, and Westlake Libraries) (DB-2025-FM-115). (District 1, Mr. Quinn; District 3, Mr. Lewis; District 13, Mr. Andrepont; District 14, Mr. Burleigh; and District 15, Mr. Bowers)
Contractor Name Bid Total
K&J Development of SWLA LLC $1,108,000
Alfred Palma, L.L.C. $1,269,000
AGENDA NOTE: Staff recommends rejecting all bids due to budgetary constraints and requests permission to readvertise with a revised scope of work.
Motion was made by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Ms. Eason and carried unanimously to accept the staff recommendation to re-advertise.
7.G Adopt a resolution on proposals received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 15, 2025, for a One Stop Operator for the American Job Center (RFP-2025-WIOA-129), on behalf of the Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB) #51.
AGENDA NOTE: The Police Jury is the Fiscal Agent of the LWDB. One proposal was received. After review of the proposal, staff recommends the Calcasieu Parish Police Jurys Human Services Department be accepted.
Motion was made by Mr. Smith, seconded by Ms. Eason 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve a Contract between the Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB) #51 and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jurys Human Services Department, for a One Stop Operator for the American Job Center (RFP-2025-WIOA-129), with said proposal received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 15, 2025.
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 June, 2025.
7.H Adopt a resolution on bids received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 20, 2025, for the Calcasieu Parish Project No. 24-104-0456 (West Calcasieu Parish Road Rehabilita-tion). (Wards Four, Five, and Six; District 11, Mr. Marcantel; District 12, Mr. Bares; District 14, Mr. Burleigh; and District 15, Mr. Bowers)
Contractor Name Bid Total
R.E. Heidt Construction Co., L.L.C. $2,116,035.37
Prairie Contractors, L.L.C. $2,509,331.54
AGENDA NOTE: Staff recommends the low bid of R.E. Heidt Construction Co., L.L.C., in the amount of $2,116,035.37, be accepted.
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Andrepont and carried unani-mously 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve a Construction Contract between the Police Jury and R.E. Heidt Construction Co., L.L.C., for Calcasieu Parish Project No. 24-104-0456 (West Calcasieu Parish Road Rehabilitation), in the amount of $2,116,035.37, bids for which were received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 20, 2025, and for which R.E. Heidt Construction Co., 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 June, 2025.
7.I Adopt a resolution on bids received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 20, 2025, for the Intracoastal Park Boat Launch Parking and Pavement Improvements Project (DB-2025-FM-117). (District 12, Mr. Bares)
Contractor Name Bid Total
Gunter Construction, Inc. $323,426.84
Prestige Construction Group $342,153.00
Alfred Palma, L.L.C. $366,034.00
Pat Williams Construction, L.L.C. $384,925.59
K&J Development of SWLA LLC $393,000.00
Dezigner Construction and Consulting LLC $405,186.00
McManus Construction, LLC $618,939.80
AGENDA NOTE: Staff recommends the low bid of Gunter Construction, Inc., in the amount of $323,426.84, be accepted.
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Lewis 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve a Construction Contract between the Police Jury and Gunter Construction, Inc., for the Intracoastal Park Boat Launch Parking and Pavement Improvements Project (DB-2025-FM-117), in the amount of $323,426.84, bids for which were received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 20, 2025, and for which Gunter Construction, Inc., 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 June, 2025.
7.J Adopt a resolution on bids received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 20, 2025, for the Calcasieu Parish Project No. 24-106-1238 (East Calcasieu Parish Road and Drainage Rehabilitation). (Wards One, Two, Three, and Eight; District 1, Mr. Quinn; District 2, Mr. Smith; District 6, Mr. Hayes; District 7, Mr. Landry; District 8, Ms. Eason; District 10, Mr. Stelly; District 11, Mr. Marcantel; and District 14, Mr. Burleigh)
Contractor Name Bid Total
R.E. Heidt Construction Co., L.L.C. $2,001,587.68
Prairie Contractors, L.L.C. $2,652,696.18
AGENDA NOTE: Staff recommends the low bid of R.E. Heidt Construction Co., L.L.C., in the amount of $2,001,587.68, be accepted.
Motion was made by Ms. Eason, seconded by Mr. Smith 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve a Construction Contract between the Police Jury and R.E. Heidt Construction Co., L.L.C., for Calcasieu Parish Project No. 24-106-1238 (East Calcasieu Parish Road and Drainage Rehabilitation), in the amount of $2,001,587.68, bids for which were received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 20, 2025, and for which R.E. Heidt Construction Co., 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 June, 2025.
7.K Adopt a resolution on bids received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 21, 2025, for Calcasieu Parish Project No. 25-301-0008 (McCown Road Bridge Repair Project). (Dis-trict 10, Mr. Stelly)
Contractor Name Bid Total
Siema Construction, LLC $187,168.00
Reliant Industrial Solutions L.L.C. $210,784.50
Matt L. Guinn Construction, LLC $234,565.00
Elevate Heavy Civil Construction, LLC $292,999.00
Gray Construction Corp. $315,970.00
AGENDA NOTE: Staff recommends the low bid of Siema Construction, LLC, in the amount of $187,168.00, be accepted.
Motion was made by Mr. Landry, seconded by Mr. Lewis 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby approve a Construction Contract between the Police Jury and Siema Construction, LLC, for Calcasieu Parish Project No. 25-301-0008 (McCown Road Bridge Repair Project), in the amount of $187,168.00, bids for which were received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 21, 2025, and for which Siema Construction, LLC, 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 June, 2025.
7.L Action on bids received by the Parish Purchasing Agent on May 22, 2025, for One (1) 2025 or Newer Small Cargo Van for use by the Communications and Media Department (DB-2025-COM-124).
AGENDA NOTE: One bid was received. Staff recommends the bid of Mike Willis Ford, L.L.C., in the amount of $47,698, be accepted.
President Bares recused himself from voting on this item.
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Ms. Eason and carried unanimously to accept the staff recommendation.
7.M Adopt a resolution accepting Calcasieu Parish Project No. 23-302-0007 (Gum Cove Bridge Replacement Project) as substantially complete. (District 12, Mr. Bares)
Motion was made by Mr. Abshire, 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby accept the Calcasieu Parish Project No. 23-302-0007 (Gum Cove Bridge Replacement Project) as substantially complete.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of June, 2025.
7.N Adopt a resolution accepting Calcasieu Parish Project No. 24-102-1234 (Thoroughfare Road Rehabilitation) as substantially complete. (District 7, Mr. Landry; District 10, Mr. Stelly; District 11, Mr. Marcantel; District 12, Mr. Bares; District 13, Mr. Andrepont; and District 15, Mr. Bowers)
Motion was made by Mr. Andrepont, seconded by Mr. Bowers 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby accept the Calcasieu Parish Project No. 24-102-1234 (Thoroughfare Road Rehabilitation) as substantially complete.
THUS PASSED AND ADOPTED on this, the 5th day of June, 2025.
8. Board Appointments
Consideration of approving the appointments of the following members of the various boards/districts, and further, adopting resolutions where applicable:
8.A Calcasieu Parish Public Safety Communications District; Ms. Eason and Mr. Bowers.
Mr. Andy Ardoin (Deceased) APPOINT MR. LLOYD MILLER
Motion was made by Mr. Eason, seconded by Mr. Bowers 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby appoint Mr. Lloyd Miller, to replace Mr. Andy Ardoin, 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 June, 2025.
8.B Community Center and Playground District No. Two of Ward Four (SPAR); Mr. Andre-pont, Mr. Bares and Mr. Bowers.
Mr. Mike Boyette (At-Large) (Resigned) APPOINT MR. ROGER ROCKY PRINCE
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Andrepont to adopt a resolution appointing Mr. Roger Rocky Prince.
President Bares expressed his gratitude to Mr. Boyette for his service.
Mr. Andrepont and Mr. Bowers complimented Mr. Boyettes work as a Board Member.
A vote taken on the motion to adopt a resolution appointing Mr. Roger Rocky Prince carried unanimously. As a result of the vote 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby appoint Mr. Roger Rocky Prince, to replace Mr. Mike Boyette as a member of the Board of Commissioners of Community Center and Playground District No. Two of Ward Four, said term to expire July, 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 June, 2025.
8.C Chennault International Airport Authority; Mr. Guillory and Mr. Hayes.
Mr. Nora Popillion REAPPOINT
Motion was made by Mr. Guillory, seconded by Mr. Lewis 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby reappoint Mr. Nora Popillion as a member of the Board of Commissioners of Chennault International Airport Authority, said term to expire June, 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 June, 2025.
8.D Recreation District No. One of Ward Four (District 14); Mr. Burleigh.
Mr. Curtis Alexander DEFER 30 DAYS
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Marcantel and carried unanimously to defer action on the appointment until the Regular Meeting on July 3, 2025.
8.E Ward Six Fire Protection District No. One (District 11); Mr. Marcantel.
Ms. Sara McDaniel (Resigned) (Deferred 30 days on May 8, 2025) DEFER 30 DAYS
Motion was made by Mr. Marcantel, seconded by Mr. Bowers and carried unanimously to defer action on the appointment until the Regular Meeting on July 3, 2025.
8.F Waterworks District No. Ten of Ward Seven (District 12); Mr. Bares.
Mr. Thor McCaughey (Deceased) DEFER 30 DAYS
Motion was made by Mr. Bowers, seconded by Mr. Andrepont and carried to defer action on the appointment until the Regular Meeting on July 3, 2025.
8.G Workforce Development Board; Mr. Smith and Mr. Stelly.
1) Ms. Randy Whetstine - Jeff Davis Economic Development DEFER 60 DAYS
2) Dr. David LaFargue - Community College REAPPOINT
3) Mr. Burton Istre - Labor/Apprenticeship DEFER 60 DAYS
4) Mr. Harold Beard - Vocational Rehabilitation DEFER 60 DAYS
5) Mr. Courtney Jacob - Louisiana Workforce Commission REAPPOINT
6) Mrs. Michelle McInnis - Economic Development DEFER 60 DAYS
7) Dr. Wendi Palermo - LCTCS Chief Education REAPPOINT
8) Mr. Christopher Ausbun - Veterans REAPPOINT
9) Ms. Jacqueline Costley-Reviel - Allen Parish Hospital APPOINT MS. MARY BISHOP
10) Ms. Rebecca Coward - HR Manager PPG REAPPOINT
11) Mr. James Feulner (Resigned) - Aviation Industry APPOINT MS. CHRISTIAN OGDEN
Motion was made by Mr. Smith, 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 June, 2025, that it does hereby reappoint the following members to the Workforce Development Board, with terms that begin July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028, as follows:
Dr. David LaFargue;
Mr. Courtney Jacob;
Dr. Wendi Palermo;
Mr. Christopher Ausbun; and
Ms. Rebecca Coward.
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 June, 2025.
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of June, 2025, that it does hereby appoint Ms. Mary Bishop, to replace Ms. Jacqueline Costley-Reviel, as a member of the Workforce Development Board, with a term that begins July 1, 2025, through 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 June, 2025.
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in Regular Session on the 5th day of June, 2025, that it does hereby appoint Ms. Christian Ogden, to replace Mr. James Feulner, as a member of the Workforce Development Board, with a term that begins July 1, 2025, through June 30, 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 June, 2025.
9. Board Advise
9.A Community Center and Playground District No. One of Ward Six (District 11); Mr. Marcantel.
1) Mr. Ryan Ware
2) Ms. Denisia Wood
9.B Community Center and Playground District No. Two of Ward Four (SPAR) (District 12); Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Bares and Mr. Bowers.
1) Mr. David Devall
2) Mr. David Couvillion
9.C Community Center and Playground District No. Three of Ward Seven (District 12); Mr. Bares.
1) Mrs. Diane Conner
2) Mr. Scott Spell
9.D Community Center and Playground District No. Four of Ward One (District 1); Mr. Quinn.
1) Mr. Matt Trahan
2) Mr. William Bill Sommers
9.E Community Center and Playground District No. Five of Ward Five (District 11); Mr. Marcantel.
1) Mr. Mike West
2) Mr. Tony Obanion
9.F Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District; Mr. Abshire, Mr. Bartie, and Mr. Landry. (Submit three names to the Governor)
Mr. Thomas L. Lorenzi
9.G Memorial Hospital Service District; Mr. Hayes.
1) Mr. Paul Arnold (Vacant)
2) Mr. Robert O. Boudreaux (Deceased)
9.H Waterworks District No. Nine of Ward Four (District 12); Mr. Bares and Mr. Bowers.
Mr. Kent Chamblee
9.I West Calcasieu Airport Authority; Mr. Andrepont and Mr. Bares.
Mr. Dalton Langford
10. Advise
10.A Advise that the following condemnations need no further action:
1) 3370 Sancess Road, Ward Three, as the owner has obtained a permit to repair the structure;
2) 4945 Weaver Road, Ward Three, as the owner has demolished the structure;
3) 4812 Edgar Road, Ward Four, as the owner has demolished the structure;
4) 3909 Yellow Rose Lane, Ward Four, as the owner has demolished the structure; and
5) 282 Kassy Lane, Sulphur, Ward Six, as the owner has obtained a permit to demolish the structure.
11. Adjourn
There being no further business, motion was made by Mr. Abshire, seconded by Mr. Landry and carried unanimously that the meeting be adjourned.
/s/ Judd Bares,
President
/s/ Jennifer R. Wallace, Parish Secretary
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