Ruston Daily Leader
January 23, 2026
The Lincoln Parish Police Jury met in regular session on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Police Jury Meeting Room, 100 West Texas Avenue, Ruston, Louisiana. Present were: Greg Williams, District One; Karen Ludley, District Two; Dan Lord, District Three; T.J. Cranford, District Four; Logan Hunt, District Five; Glenn Scriber, District Six; Matt Pullin, District Seven; Chris Garriga, District Eight; Milton Melton, District Ten; Diane Richards, District Eleven; Annette Straughter, District Twelve
ABSENT: Joe Henderson, District Nine
President Scriber called the meeting to order, and Greg Williams delivered the Invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Annette Straughter offered a motion, seconded by Karen Ludley, to approve the Agenda as printed. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
President Scriber called for Public Comments on Agenda Items. There were none.
Milton Melton offered a motion, seconded by Annette Straughter, to approve the Minutes of the November 10, 2025 regular meeting. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
Chris Garriga reported that the Public Safety and Emergency Committee met this day at 5:20 PM and conducted the following business:
1. Approved the joint purchase and distribution of portable defibrillators (AEDs) to first responders and public works personnel using opioid settlement funds.
Chris Garriga offered a motion, seconded by Annette Straughter, to approve the minutes of the Public Safety and Emergency Services Committee. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
Greg Williams reported that the Public Works Committee met this day at 5:40 PM and conducted the following business:
1. Approved the Capital Improvement Program for (2026-2027-2028).
2. Authorized advertisement for bids for LCDBG Make-A-Difference projects.
3. Awarded the bid for gasoline and diesel fuel to Suncoast Resources, LLC.
4. Awarded the bid for delivered gravel materials to Ruston Rock It and the bid for gravel materials picked up at bidders plant to Granite Mountain Quarries.
5. Awarded the bid for Maintenance Hot Mix to Amethyst Construction.
6. Awarded the proposal for landfill tipping fees to Union Parish Police Jury as the primary disposal site and Waste Connections, as the secondary disposal site.
7. Took no action on bids for new generator installations pending review by legal counsel.
Greg Williams offered a motion, seconded by Dan Lord, to approve the minutes of the Public Works Committee. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
The next item on the Agenda was to hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of hearing comments on the proposed 2026 Humanitarian Enterprises of Lincoln Parish Budget and the proposed 2026 Lincoln Parish Police Jury Budget. Milton Melton offered a motion, seconded by Annette Straughter, to open the Public Hearing. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
President Scriber called for any public comments on the proposed 2026 budget for the Humanitarian Enterprises of Lincoln Parish. There were none.
President Scriber then called for any public comments on the proposed 2026 budget for Lincoln Parish Police Jury. Ms. Liz Adams of 4-PAWS Rescue commented on additional resources and funding opportunities regarding Lincoln Parish Animal Control.
Karen Ludley offered a motion, seconded by Annette Straughter, to close the Public Hearing. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
Annette Straughter offered a motion, seconded by Milton Melton, to adopt the following resolution:
INSERT CHART 1 RESOLUTION 25-42
Annette Straughter offered a motion, seconded by Logan Hunt, to adopt the following resolution:
INSERT CHART 2 RESOLUTION 25-43
Matt Pullin offered a motion, seconded by Milton Melton, to adopt the following resolution:
INSERT CHART 3 RESOLUTION 25-44
Logan Hunt offered a motion, seconded by Karen Ludley, to adopt the following Resolution:
INSERT CHART 4 RESOLUTION 25-45
Annette Straughter offered a motion, seconded by Karen Ludley, to approve the North Louisiana Exhibition Center 2025 Amended Budget. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
T.J. Cranford offered a motion, seconded by Annette Straughter, to adopt the North Louisiana Exhibition Center 2026 Proposed Budget. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
Under New Business, Dan Lord offered a motion, seconded by Milton Melton, to authorize the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Lincoln Parish Coroner. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
Next item on the Agenda was to set the 2026 meeting dates and times. Annette Straughter offered a motion, seconded by Milton Melton, to set the 2026 meeting dates and times for the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM. The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
Next item on the Agenda was to adopt a resolution deleting a drainage structure from the Federal Off-System Bridge Program.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-42
A Resolution Deleting A Drainage Structure From The Federal Off-System Bridge Program
WHEREAS, The Lincoln Parish Police Jury is the governing authority of the Parish of Lincoln, State of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, The Lincoln Parish Police Jury has determined that the following drainage structure should be deleted from the Federal Off-System Bridge Program:
Structure Name: Cedar Creek Road over Colvin Creek
Recall Number: 400667
WHEREAS, the Lincoln Parish Police Jury is vested with the authority to delete said drainage structure from the Federal Off-System Bridge Program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Lincoln Parish Police Jury does hereby grant the aforementioned deletion of the drainage structure listed above.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the resolution shall take effect immediately.
The foregoing resolution was read in full, the roll was called on the adoption thereof, and the resolution was adopted by the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
NAYS: None
ABSTAINED: None
ABSENT: Henderson
/s/ Courtney Hall
Courtney Hall
Parish Administrator
/s/ Glenn Scriber
Glenn Scriber
President
Greg Williams offered a motion, seconded by Annette Straughter, to adopt a Resolution recognizing Mr. James C. Ramsaur for 29 years of public service in Lincoln Parish.
RESOLUTION 25-48
WHEREAS, James Clark Ramsaur has served with distinction and dedication as the Director of the Lincoln Parish Park since February 16, 1996, for a term of service spanning almost 29 years; and
WHEREAS, throughout his tenure, Mr. Ramsaur has demonstrated exceptional leadership and vision and has been a driving force in destination development and tourism in the Lincoln Parish area; and
WHEREAS, under his exceptional leadership, the Lincoln Parish Park has seen significant enhancements, including the development of world-class mountain bike flow trails and the completion and upgrade of tent and RV campsites; and
WHEREAS, these enhancements have significantly increased park visitation solidifying the Lincoln Parish Park as a premier regional asset; and
WHEREAS, his commitment to the park’s financial stability and growth has ensured a stable future for the park and the citizens of Lincoln Parish; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to local hospitality and tourism, was the deserving recipient of the Louisiana Travel Association 2022 Louey Award for Campground/RV Park of the year, as well as the Ruston-Lincoln Convention and Visitor’s Bureau’s 2024 Hospitality Award;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Parish Police Jury does hereby publicly recognize and commend James Clark Ramsaur for his exceptional career, visionary leadership, and lasting impact on the Lincoln Parish Park and the quality of life for its citizens and visitors.
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/s/ Courtney Hall
Courtney Hall
Parish Administrator
/s/ Glenn Scriber
Glenn Scriber
President
The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
Under appointments, Dan Lord offered a motion, seconded by Annette Straughter, to re-appoint Ms. Jan Canterbury to the Lincoln Parish Library Board of Control for a five year term.
Resolution No. 2025-49
BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of Lincoln Parish,
Louisiana, convened in Regular Session this
9th day of December, 2025 that
Ms. Jan Canterbury
Is hereby and herewith appointed, COMMISSIONER
Library Board of Control
Lincoln Parish, Louisiana,
For the term of January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2030
Signed and Sealed this 9th day of December, 2025
LINCOLN PARISH POLICE JURY
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/s/ Courtney Hall
Courtney Hall
Parish Administrator
/s/ Glenn Scriber
Glenn Scriber
President
The motion carried with the following votes:
YEAS: Williams, Ludley, Lord, Cranford, Hunt, Scriber, Pullin, Garriga, Melton, Richards, and Straughter
Karen Ludley offered a motion, seconded by Annette Straughter, re-appoint Mr. John Sutton, to the Greater Ward One Waterworks District for a five year term.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-50
BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of Lincoln Parish,
Louisiana, convened in Regular Session this
9th day of December, 2025 that
Mr. John Sutton
Is hereby and herewith appointed, COMMISSIONER
Greater Ward One Waterworks District
Lincoln Parish, Louisiana,
For the term of December 9, 2025 – December 31, 2030
Signed and Sealed this 9th day of December, 2025
LINCOLN PARISH POLICE JURY
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/s/ Courtney Hall
Courtney Hall
Parish Administrator
/s/ Glenn Scriber
Glenn Scriber
President
Mr. Michael Sutton, Treasurer, gave the budget report.
Other Reports and Announcements were heard from the Administrator and Department Heads.
President Scriber called for Public Comment. There was one made by Ms. Nakisha Evans regarding debris removal.
With no other business to come before the Jury, Annette Straughter offered a motion, seconded by Dan Lord, to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
Courtney Hall
Parish Administrator
Glenn Scriber
President
Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA on Jan 23, 2026.