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July 23, 2026
MINUTES
POINTE COUPEE PARISH COUNCIL
June 9, 2026
The Pointe Coupee Parish Council met in regular session at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at the Courthouse Annex in the Parish Council Meeting Room, New Roads, Louisiana.
Chairman Boudreaux called the meeting to order and directed Council Clerk Courtney Hurst to call the roll:
PRESENT: Messrs. Jimmy Gaspard, Sidney LaCoste, Edwin Soulier, Charles Watkins, Edward Bazile, and Dustin Boudreaux.
ABSENT: Messrs. Kurt Jarreau and Paul Bergeron
APPROVE MINUTES OF MAY 12, 2026 MEETING
Motion by Mr. Gaspard and seconded by Mr. LaCoste:
RESOLVED, That the minutes of May 12, 2026 meeting of the Parish Council be adopted as presented and published in the official journal.
Unanimously carried.
CONSIDER AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
Motion by Mr. Boudreaux and seconded by Mr. Bazile:
RESOLVED, That the revision to wording of agenda item #18 to read as follows:
Recommendation from Planning & Zoning - approving major site plan & special use permit for Pointe Coupee Parish School Board.
The Chairman called for a roll call vote that resulted as follows:
YEAS: Messrs. Gaspard, LaCoste, Soulier, Watkins, Bazile, and Boudreaux.
NAYS: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: Messrs. Jarreau and Bergeron
On a vote of 6-0-0-2, the motion carried.
SPECIAL BUSINESS - PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARD TO DALE HOWARD
Parish President Thibaut presented a 15-year Service Award to Mr. Dale Howard in recognition of his dedicated service to the Parish Government. Mr. Howard was not in attendance and will be honored at the next meeting on July 14, 2026.
SPECIAL BUSINESS - RESOLUTION: SUPPORT AND APPROVAL OF BLOOD DONANTIONS FOR THE BLOOD CENTER’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY
Mrs. Tammi Fabre presented a brief overview of the Blood Center’s 250th Anniversary, highlighted its goals, and expressed appreciation to the Council for its support of the presented resolution.
Motion by Mr. LaCoste and seconded by Mr. Bazile:
RESOLVED, That the resolution supporting and approval of blood donations for The Blood Center’s 250th Anniversary be approved by the Parish Council.
Unanimously carried.
PARISH PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Parish President Thibaut provided updates and reported on the following: He presented the written financial report, detailing sales tax, ad valorem tax, severance tax, utility collections, and permit fee revenues. As of May 31, 2026, total revenues were reported at $15,821,821, total expenditures at $9,728,494, fund balances at $17,480,998, and available end-of-year funds at $23,574,324. He also discussed the Waterworks District No. 1 bond issuance and funding update, explaining that the Parish scaled back the bond financing and instead elected to pursue a Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) loan. He noted that the related ordinance would be introduced later in the meeting. Additionally, he informed the Council of upcoming changes to the Constable and Justice of the Peace election districts, stating that the number of districts will be reduced from twelve (12) to eight (8).
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS
There were not public comments on agenda items.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE
A PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 15 OF THE POINTE COUPEE CODE OF ORDINANCES, RELATIVE TO “NO WAKE ZONES” ON FALSE RIVER
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 15 of the Pointe Coupee Code of Ordinances, relative to “No Wake Zones” on False River; and otherwise provide with respect thereto has been introduced before the Pointe Coupee Parish Council, and that a public hearing will be held relative thereto at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at the Parish Council Meeting Room, Courthouse Annex, 160 East Main Street, New Roads, Louisiana, after which said ordinance may be considered for adoption. All interested person are urged to attend.
A PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO CREATE THE POINTE COUPEE CODE OF ORDINANCES, RELATIVE TO LIGHTHOUSE CONTROL STRUCTURE OPERATION PLAN
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed ordinance to create the Pointe Coupee Code of Ordinances, relative to False River; and otherwise provide with respect thereto has been introduced before the Pointe Coupee Parish Council, and that a public hearing will be held relative thereto at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at the Parish Council Meeting Room, Courthouse Annex, 160 East Main Street, New Roads, Louisiana, after which said ordinance may be considered for adoption. All interested person are urged to attend.
A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE BY THE CONSOLIDATED WATERWORKS DISTRICT NO. 1 OF ITS WATER REVENUE BOND (DEQ)
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed ordinance authorizing the issuance by the consolidated Waterworks District No. 1 of its Water Revenue Bond (DEQ); and otherwise provide with respect thereto has been introduced before the Pointe Coupee Parish Council, and that a public hearing will be held relative thereto at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at the Parish Council Meeting Room, Courthouse Annex, 160 East Main Street, New Roads, Louisiana, after which said ordinance may be considered for adoption. All interested person are urged to attend.
DISCUSSION OF PARISH/CITY OF NEW ROADS LOCAL SERVICE AGREEMENT
Parish President Thibaut provided a historical overview of the legal ruling regarding the road program. He explained that with the lawsuit, the Parish will no longer collect 50% of the 1.74-mill ad valorem tax levied within the City of New Roads. He stated that, under the proposed arrangement, the Parish would continue to handle major road construction and improvement projects, while the City of New Roads would be responsible for routine and minor road maintenance. Currently, the City has requested the Parish assume responsibility for road maintenance within the city limits, which has prompted ongoing discussions regarding the scope of services and the terms of a future agreement.
Mr. Dannie Garrett, Parish Attorney, further explained the legal implications of the longstanding arrangement between the Parish and the City of New Roads. He outlined the legal requirements and considerations that would need to be addressed should the Parish assume full responsibility for road maintenance within the city limits. He answered any additional questions the Council members may have had.
PARISH FIRE BOARD UPDATE
Mr. Martin Frey provided a report on the status of the Parish Fire Board and Fire Districts No. 1 and No. 2, including the impact of the failed millage renewals. He explained that the Board intends to place the renewal tax for Fire District No. 1 on the November election ballot. If approved by voters, there will be no disruption to the district’s finances. Mr. Frey provided an overview of the circumstances that contributed to the districts’ financial challenges and discussed short-term and long-term goals for the Fire Districts.
Chairman Boudreaux clarified that the renewal tax being considered is for the 2027 tax year, as the current millage will remain in effect through the end of 2026.
DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTING A POINTE COUPEE FIRE PROTECTION COMMITTEE
Chairman Boudreaux introduced the Pointe Coupee Fire Protection Committee Resolution to the Council. He explained the purpose of the Committee and discussed the short-term and long-term goals for fire protection services throughout the Parish. He provided an overview of the resolution and opened the matter for discussion. Chairman Boudreaux clarified that the Committee is intended to represent all Fire Districts within the Parish and is not specific to Fire District No. 1 or Fire District No. 2. He addressed questions and concerns from members of the public and the Council.
All appointments are to be selected by next Regular Council Meeting on July 14, 2026.
Motion by Mr. LaCoste and seconded by Mr. Gaspard:
RESOLVED, That the Pointe Coupee Fire Protection Committee be adopted.
Unanimously carried.
RESOLUTION – APPROVAL OF PARISH ALLOWING CAFA TO OFFER THEIR BOND PROGRAMS IN ADDITION TO CURRENT GRANT PROGRAMS TO CITIZENS LOOKING TO PURCHASE HOMES IN POINTE COUPEE PARISH
Motion by Mr. Bazile and seconded by Mr. LaCoste:
RESOLVED, That the approval of the Parish allowing CAFA to offer their bond programs in addition to current grant programs to citizens looking to purchase homes in Pointe Coupee Parish be approved.
Unanimously carried.
ADOPT THE MILLAGE RATE(S)
Chairman Boudreaux opened the floor for discussion. Mr. Dannie Garrett, Parish Attorney, informed the Council that he had spoken with the attorney representing the Assessors Association, who advised that the Council had additional time to make a decision regarding the millage rates due to the ongoing discussions concerning the road project between the Parish and the City of New Roads.
Attorney Garrett recommended that the Council address the matter through a Special Meeting to be held following the Executive Committee Meeting on June 23, 2026.
Motion by Mr. Bazile and seconded by Mr. Watkins:
RESOLVED, That the adoption of the millage rate(s) is deferred until the next Council Meeting on June 23, 2026.
Unanimously carried.
RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING & ZONING - APPROVING MAJOR SITE PLAN &
SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR POINTE COUPEE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Motion by Mr. Bazile and seconded by Mr. LaCoste:
RESOLVED, That the recommendation from Planning & Zoning approving a major site plan and special use permit for Pointe Coupee Parish School Board be approved.
Unanimously carried.
SPECIAL MATTER - APPEAL FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR THE CONDEMNATION &
REMOVAL OF A DANGEROUS STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 5494 OLD STATE HIGHWAY,
LOTTIE, LA FOR WILLIE B. WILLIAMS ESTATE
Motion by Mr. Gaspard and seconded by Mr. Watkins:
RESOLVED, That the appeal for a 90 days extension of time for the condemnation and removal of a dangerous structure located at 5494 Old State Highway, Lottie, Louisiana for Willie B. Williams be approved.
Unanimously carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, NOTICES, MEETINGS, ETC.
There were no announcements, notices, meetings, etc.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Mr. Gaspard and seconded by Mr. Bazile, the meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
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Courtney D. Hurst Dustin Boudreaux
Council Clerk Chairman
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