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Ruston Daily Leader (Jackson Parish Notices)
Jonesboro
November 10, 2026
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Sealed bids will be received in the office of the Jackson Parish Police Jury, 160 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, Louisiana 71251, until 2:00 pm, Friday, November 20, 2026
Miscellaneous Notices
Ruston Daily Leader (Jackson Parish Notices)
Jonesboro
November 10, 2026
GITSIT SOLUTIONS, LLC #38213 SHERIFF'S SALE PARISH OF JACKSON STATE OF LOUISIANA CLARENCE RAY JACKSON By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court, Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale for cash at JACKSON PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICE, Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 23 day of December, 2026, between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF SECTION 19, T15N, RANGE 3 WEST, AND RUN SOUTH 90 FEET, THENCE EAST 157-1/2 FEET, THENCE NORTH 90 FEET, THENCE WEST 157-1/2 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, TOGETHER WITH ALL OF THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS MORE FULLY SHOWN ON SURVEY OF JAMES WOOTEN DATED OCTOBER 12, 2007 ("PROPERTY") Seized as the property of the above-named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all cost, sale to be made for cash WITHOUT benefit of appraisal. November 10, 2026 December 16, 2026 BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER S/LISA BURRIS, DEPUTY Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Nov 10 & Dec 16, 2026.
Ruston Daily Leader (Jackson Parish Notices)
Jonesboro
November 10, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE Sealed bids will be received in the office of the Jackson Parish Police Jury, 160 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, Louisiana 71251, until 2:00 pm, Friday, November 20, 2026, for the furnishing and/or constructing of the following item(s) as needed, for a period of one (1) year, beginning January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2027, at which time all bids will be opened and read aloud. No bids will be accepted after the deadline. All bids MUST be submitted on Jackson Parish Police Jury bid spec sheets. These are available upon request from the Jackson Parish Police Jury Office by phone: (318) 259-2361 ext. 3, from our website: https://www.jacksonparishpolicejury.org/rfps or by email: nevans@jppj.org. All envelopes must be marked: SEALED BID – NOVEMBER 20, 2026: 2027 MATERIALS. Tabulated bids will be presented for consideration of award or rejection to the Jackson Parish Police Jury on Monday, December 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the Nathaniel Zeno, Jr. meeting room, 160 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, Louisiana: INSERT CHART Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Nov 4 & 10, 2026.
Ruston Daily Leader (Jackson Parish Notices)
Jonesboro
November 10, 2026
TOWN OF JONESBORO PUBLIC NOTICE Board of Aldermen — December 8, 2026 The Jonesboro Board of Aldermen shall conduct a public hearing on December 8, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Jonesboro Town Hall, 128 Allen Avenue, Jonesboro, Louisiana, concerning an Application for Special Exception Use submitted by William and Janice Lewis for property located at 1001 Leon Drive, Jonesboro, Louisiana 71251. The regular Board of Aldermen meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. The applicants are requesting a Special Exception Use to allow a Nursery, Day Care, or Kindergarten on the property, which is currently zoned R-1, Single-Family Residential. Any person may speak during the meeting or submit a written statement in support of or in opposition to the requested Special Exception Use. The Board of Aldermen will consider the application, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission, and any additional evidence or testimony presented during the public hearing before taking final action on the request. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader; $36.00 on Nov 4, 11 & 18, 2026.
Ruston Daily Leader
Ruston
November 10, 2026
INSERT PICTURE I, KEVIN David GUILLORY Sr., have been convicted of 14:80 CARNAL KNOWLEDGE OF A JUVENILE on Aug 27, 1999. My address is: 629 Garr Rd, RUSTON, LA 71270 Race: White Sex: Male Date of Birth: 05/20/1980 Height: 5’11” Weight: 192 Hair Color: Brown Eye Color: Brown Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA, on Nov 10 & 13, 2026.
Ruston Daily Leader
Ruston
November 10, 2026
INSERT PICTURE I, HEZEKIAH O MAY, have been convicted of 14:80 CARNAL KNOWLEDGE OF A JUVENILE on May 16, 1997 15:542 FAILURE TO REGISTER/NOTIFY AS SEX OFFENDER on Jul 15, 2025 My address is: 312 DUNN RD, RUSTON, LA. 71270 Race: Black Sex: Male Date of Birth: 08/10/1975 Height: 6’0” Weight: 180 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA, on Nov 10 & 13, 2026.
Ruston Daily Leader
Ruston
November 10, 2026
The Towers, LLC is proposing to construct a 265-foot tall (overall height) self-supporting lattice telecommunications structure off Highway 151 & Highway 544, Simsboro, Lincoln Parish, Louisiana (32° 36' 44.4" N, 92° 51' 8.1" W). The proposed tower is anticipated to utilize FAA Style E (medium intensity, dual red/white strobes) lighting. The Towers, LLC invites comments from any interested party on the impact the proposed undertaking may have on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering, or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments may be sent to Environmental Corporation of America, ATTN: Annamarie Howell, 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court, Suite A, Alpharetta, GA 30004 or via email to publicnotice@eca-usa.com. Ms. Howell can be reached at (770) 667-2040 x 108 during normal business hours. Comments must be received within 30 days of the date of this notice. Any interested party may request further environmental review of the proposed action under the FCC’s National Environmental Policy Act rules, 47 CFR §1.1307, by notifying the FCC of the specific reasons that the action may have a significant impact on the quality of the human environment. This request must only raise environmental concerns and can be filed online using the FCC pleadings system at https://wireless2.fcc.gov/UlsEntry/pleadings/pleadingsType.jsp or mailed to FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 45 L Street NE, Washington, DC 20554 within 30 days of the date of the National Notice as referenced within the Antenna Structure Registration (ASR) application. Mailed pleadings must include a request to waive the electronic filing requirement along with an explanation of why an electronic filing cannot be made. Additionally, petitioners must email, fax, or mail a copy of the request for environmental review to the applicant the same day the request is filed using the contact information that is provided in the application. Refer to File No. A1392985 when submitting the request and to view the specific information about the proposed action. 26-003015/PEW Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Nov 10, 2026.
Shreveport Times
Shreveport
November 10, 2026
NOTICE Pursuant to La. R.S. 22:691.4.E.(2) notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, the Louisiana Department of Insurance, located at 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, will hold a public hearing concerning the acquisition of Magellan Complete Care of Louisiana, Inc., by Madison Health Group, Inc. The Hearing will begin at 10:00 AM in the Poydras Hearing room located on the first floor. Any written comments or questions must be submitted to the above address marked attention "Company Licensing" and be received no later than two days before the Hearing date. Email comments or questions can be submitted to publiccomments@ldi.la.gov. Interested parties may also participate electronically by going to ldi.la.gov/public-hearings and clicking on the link provided therein on the date and time stated above. Timothy J. Temple Commissioner of Insurance Louisiana Department of Insurance November 8, 9, 10 2026 LLOU0631134 $77.12
Miscellaneous Notices
Shreveport Times
Shreveport
November 10, 2026
CPSB Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM Caddo Parish School Board 1961 Midway, Shreveport, LA 1. Opening Items 1.01 Call to order 1.02 Student Leader of the Month (Kingstyn Larry, University Elementary) 1.03 Invocation 1.04 Pledge of Allegiance (University Elementary School Students) 1.05 Student/Staff Presentations and Recognitions September 2026 Board Recognitions Memo.docx 1.06 Roll Call Present: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Katie McLain, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present: Don Little 1.07 Committee Report Dr. Vinson, Chairman of the CPSB Ad Hoc-Contracts, Procurement, and Opportunity Committee gave the report from the September 1, 2026 meeting. 2. Minutes 2.01 Consideration to approve the minutes of the August 18, 2026 CPSB Meeting. Final CPSB Meeting Minutes - Aug 18 2026.docx Move to approve the minutes of the August 18, 2026 CPSB Meeting. Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Katie McLain Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Katie McLain, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Abstain: Dr Bonita Douzart Not Present at Vote: Don Little Motion Carries 10-0 3. Agenda Setup 3.01 Agenda read into the record 3.02 Board Members recommend items for consent 6.01, 6.02, 6.03, 8.02.8.03, 8.04, 8.06, 8.07 4. Visitor's Section 4.01 Visitor's Section Ruby Small, Alma Rogers, and Jacqueline Miller spoke regarding the Mooretown community and the utilization of the Mooretown Elementary School building; Jordan Thomas, Red River United, voiced concerns over the number of district resignations and emphasized the need to resolve salary inequities. 5. Recommended Consent Items 5.01 Consideration to approve the recommended agenda items for consent: 6.01, 6.02, 6.03, 8.02, 8.03, 8.04, 8.06, 8.07 Move to approve the recommended agenda items for consent: Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Katie McLain Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Katie McLain, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Motion Carries 11-0 6. Personnel Transactions Report 6.01 Consent: Personnel Leaves (Stanford 603-7105) Personnel Leaves - Certified Personnel - September 2026.pdf Personnel Leaves - Classified Personnel - September 2026.pdf Move to approve Personnel Leaves as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 6.02 Consent: Personnel Resignations (Stanford 603-7105) Personnel Transaction Reports - September 2026 - Classified and Certified Personnel.pdf Move to approve Personnel Resignations as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 6.03 Consent: Administrative Contract Renewals (Stanford 603-7105) Administrative Contract Renewals - For Approval - September 2026.pdf Move to approve Administrative Contract Renewals as recommended by staff and in the electronic mailout. 7. Bids 8. Other Action Items 8.01 Property/Bus Rental Requests (Greer 603-7107) Request for Use of School Bus - Broadmoor Baptist Church.pdf Request for Use of School Bus - Peaceful Rest Baptist Church.pdf Move to approve the property/bus rental requests as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Katie McLain Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Dr Bonita Douzart, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Katie McLain, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Abstain: Mary Trammel Motion Carries 10-0 8.02 Consent: Consideration to approve revision to CPSB Policy IDDFC (Abrams) IDDFC-revised 0826.pdf Move to approve revision to CPSB Policy IDDFC based on Legislative Action and submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.03 Consent: Begin the process of naming an existing building at North Caddo Magnet High School the Les Mason Athletic Complex (Umling, District 1) Les Mason.pdf Memo-Steve Umling, District 1.pdf Irvin letter.pdf Pastor Nation.pdf Irvin letter.pdf Pastor Nation.pdf Letters of Recommendation Les Mason.pdf Les Mason Kind Words.pdf Move to begin the process of naming an existing building at North Caddo Magnet High School the Les Mason Athletic Complex, as recommended by Steve Umling, District 1 Representative. 8.04 Consent: Consideration to approve revisions to the 2026-2027 Caddo Personnel Evaluation Plan (Stanford 603-7105) 2026-2027 Caddo Personnel Evaluation Plan Revisions.pdf PEP 2026-27.pdf Move to approve revisions to the 2026-2027 Caddo Personnel Evaluation Plan as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Dottie Bell Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Katie McLain, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Motion Carries 11-0 8.05 Consent: Consideration to approve a Resolution declaring a public emergency for repairs/replacement of the fire alarm system at Judson Fundamental Magnet Elementary School (Greer 603-7107) Memo - Judson Elementary.pdf CPSB Judson Emergency Resolution Board 9.15.2026.pdf Move to approve a Resolution declaring a public emergency for repairs/replacement of the fire alarm system at Judson Fundamental Magnet Elementary School as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.06 Consent: Consideration to approve a Resolution declaring a public emergency for repairs/replacement of the fire alarm system at Captain Shreve High School (Greer 603-7107) Memo - Captain Shreve HS.pdf CPSB Capt Shreve Emergency Resolution Board 9.15.2026.pdf Move to approve a Resolution declaring a public emergency for repairs/replacement of the fire alarm system at Captain Shreve High School as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.07 Consideration to approve the Superintendent's Evaluation Move to approve the Superintendent's Evaluation Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Dottie Bell Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Dr Terence Vinson and Katie McLain Motion Carries 9-0 9. Superintendent's Report 9.01 Superintendent's Announcements and Information Only Mr. Burton stated that Shreveport/Bossier has been named 1 of 3 2026 Great American Defense Communities due to our support for our Military, Veterans, and BAFB. Additionally, Caddo has gone from zero Purple Star Schools to more than a dozen. He added that he was asked by KEEL Radio to be a guest host Thursday at 6am. 10. Board Member Announcements and Requests 10.01 Board Member Announcements and Requests Dr. Douzart announced Claiborne Fundamental Magnet Elementary School led the district with growth in Math and English Language Arts on the 2026 Leap Test. She added that during her service as a board member she has not missed a Caddo Magnet High Veterans Day Program or Graduation, while attending many Veterans Day Programs at other schools in the district. Dr. Vinson invited the board to the Soul Bowl at 5pm on Saturday. Mr. Umling introduced the upcoming 2026 District 1 Representative, Mrs. Carmichael. Mr. Rachal announced he would be traveling to Pennsylvania to compete in a pistol competition. Mrs. Bell congratulated Huntington High School students as they were inducted into the Law Program. Ms. Green invited everyone to the Soul Bowl and announced it was also her 20th Class Reunion. Ms. Trammel said she had the pleasure of visiting with Ascension Smith, the first Principal of Caddo Magnet High. Ms. Trammel stated she attended Back to School Night at Atkins Elementary and she was overwhelmed by parental turnout. 11. Executive Session 11.01 Superintendent's Evaluation Move to go into Executive Session Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Dottie Bell Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 12. Adjournment 12.01 Adjournment Move to Adjourn the September 15, 2026 CPSB Meeting. Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Jasmine Green Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Dr Terence Vinson and Katie McLain Motion Carries 9-0 _________________ School Board President _________________ Board Secretary 12768176 11/10/26 ($216.68)
Miscellaneous Notices
Shreveport Times
Shreveport
November 10, 2026
CPSB Ad Hoc Contracts, Procurement, and Opportunity Committee Public Minutes Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM Caddo Parish School Board 1961 Midway Shreveport, Louisiana 1. Opening Items 1.01 Call to Order/Roll Call The Committee members present were: Chairman Dr. Terence Vinson, Dottie Bell, Barry Rachal, Steve Umling, Theron Jackson, Brandon Brown, Markey Pierre, Tim Magner, Brittany Dunn, and Dr. Gayle Flowers. Board Member Jasmine Green was also present, along with Superintendent Burton and Board Counsel Reginald Abrams. 1.02 Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance The Invocation was given, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Theron Jackson. 1.03 Confirm the Agenda A motion to confirm the agenda as presented was made by Dr. Gayle Flowers, seconded by Brittany Dunn. Motion carried with a unanimous vote. 2. Review Details from Meeting 3 The committee reviewed the board-approved minutes of the August 4, 2026 CPSB Ad Hoc Committee Meeting 3. Solutions Presented to the Committee Dr. Tim Magner moved to approve the following recommendations, and Dottie Bell seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 1. Annual Vendor Maintenance & Renewal: Implement an annual renewal process requiring Opportunity Caddo vendors to submit a simple one-page recertification form to verify active business status and state/local standing. 2. Vendor Education & Training: Offer quarterly Procurement 101 workshops and create on-demand online training modules on the district website to assist vendors with application and bidding processes. 3. Data & Performance Dashboard: Develop a comprehensive tracking dashboard to measure active vendor participation, school-level spending, contracts awarded, dollar values, and progress toward aspirational goals. 4. School-Level Preferred Vendor List: Provide school principals and department heads with an official list of Opportunity Caddo vendors as a preferred vendor list for discretionary projects under the $60,000 state bid threshold. 5. Direct Electronic Bid Notifications: Upgrade website and IT database capabilities to establish an automated email alert system that sends bid notices directly to Opportunity Caddo vendors in real time. 6. CMAR Utilization for Major Projects: Recommend that the board evaluate using Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) on a case-by-case basis for large construction projects exceeding $5 million. 7. Assigned Program Oversight: Assign clear internal departmental responsibility to manage Opportunity Caddo vendor renewals, data collection, and school outreach. 8. Marketing & Media Campaign: Launch a targeted marketing and social media campaign combining vendor success stories with participation data to promote awareness. 4. Visitors 4.01 Visitors Section No visitors attended the meeting. 5. Adjournment The motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Dottie Bell, and seconded by Brittany Dunn. The vote was unanimous, and the meeting was adjourned. 12768150 11/10/26 ($88.64)
Miscellaneous Notices
Shreveport Times
Shreveport
November 10, 2026
CPSB Meeting Minutes Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM Caddo Parish School Board Room, 1961 Midway, Shreveport, Louisiana 1. Opening Items 1.01 Call to order 1.02 Student Leader of the Month (Kaleb Law, Captain Shreve High School) 1.03 Invocation (Jeri Bowen, District 8) 1.04 Pledge of Allegiance (Riverside Elementary Students) 1.05 Student/Staff Presentations and Recognitions 1.06 Roll Call Present: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Jerry Bowman Jr and Katie McLain 2. Minutes 2.01 Consideration to approve the minutes of the July 7, 2026, July 21, 2026, and August 4, 2026 CPSB Meetings Move to approve the minutes of the July 7, 2026, July 21, 2026, and August 4, 2026 CPSB Meetings. Moved by: Dottie Bell; seconded by Barry Rachal Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Jerry Bowman Jr and Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 3. Agenda Setup 3.01 Agenda read into the record 3.02 Board Members recommend items for consent: 6.01, 6.02, 6.03, 8.03, and 8.04 4. Visitor's Section 4.01 Visitor's Section Breka Peoples stated she was unaware that 81st Street Elementary was closing. The following visitors spoke regarding agenda item 8.01 Disposition of Group Grievances regarding Teacher Salary: Christopher Long, Maureen Barclay, Lanie Guidry, Heather Terrell, Carl McDaniel, Erin Berry, Candice Evans, Julie Richard Spencer Attorney for RRU, Bernard Friday, Annette Lee, Erin Gibson, Angela Richie, Fred Howard, Jordan Thomas, President RRU 5. Recommended Consent Items 5.01 Consideration to approve the recommended agenda items for consent (**) Move to approve the recommended agenda items for consent: 6.01, 6.02, 6.03, 8.03, 8.04 Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Barry Rachal Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Katie McLain, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Motion Carries 12-0 6. Personnel Transactions Report 6.01 **Consent - Personnel Leaves Move to approve Personnel Leaves - Certified - as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 6.02 **Consent - Personnel Resignations Move to approve Personnel Resignations - Certified and Classified - as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 6.03 **Consent - Administrative Contract Renewals Move to approve Administrative Contract Renewals as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 7. Bids - None 8. Other Action Items 8.01 Disposition of Group Grievances regarding Teacher Salary Motion 1 (Original Motion): Move to uphold the administrators' decision without oral argument and dismiss the grievance with a finding of no violation of policy or compensation practices. Moved by: Dottie Bell; seconded by: Barry Rachal The board discussed this agenda item. Motion 2: Called for the question to end debate Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Mary Trammel Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell No: Katie McLain Not Present at Vote: Dr Bonita Douzart Motion Carries 10-1 Discussion ended, and the board voted on the original motion made by Dottie Bell, seconded by Barry Rachal to uphold the administrators' decision without oral argument and dismiss the grievance with a finding of no violation of policy or compensation practices. Yes: Don Little, Mary Trammel, Barry Rachal, and Dottie Bell No: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Katie McLain, and Jessica Yeates Not Present at Vote: Dr Bonita Douzart Motion Fails 4-7 Motion 3: Move to hear the grievance at the next board meeting Moved by: Dr Terence Vinson; seconded by: Jasmine Green The board discussed the substitute motion. Motion 4: Called for the question to end debate Moved by Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Mary Trammel Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Don Little, Mary Trammel, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell No: Dr. Terence Vinson, Jerry Bowman, Jr. and Katie McLain Not Present at Vote: Dr. Bonita Douzart Motion Carries 8-3 Discussion ended, and the board voted on the motion made by Dr. Terence Vinson, seconded by Jasmine Green to hear the grievance at the next board meeting. Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Katie McLain, and Jessica Yeates No: Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Dr Bonita Douzart Motion Carries 10-1 8.02 Consideration to approve 2026-2027 Salary Schedule Move to approve 2026-2027 Salary Schedule as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Steve Umling Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Katie McLain, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Dr Bonita Douzart and Barry Rachal Motion Carries 10-0 8.03 **Consent - Consideration to approve Mental Health Interagency Agreements and Contracts 8.04 Move to approve Mental Health Interagency Agreements and Contracts as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. **Consent - Consideration to Authorize Salvage Sale Move to authorize a salvage sale of general classroom items and supplies in accordance with CPSB Policy as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.05 Consideration to approve the proposed Resolution and Extract of Resolution to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement and Ground Lease with the City of Shreveport for the property known as Mooretown Elementary School. Move to approve the proposed Resolution and Extract of Resolution to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement and Ground Lease with the City of Shreveport for the property known as Mooretown Elementary School as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. Moved by: Dr Terence Vinson; seconded by: Dottie Bell The board discussed the agenda item, and a substitute motion was made. Move to postpone the agenda item regarding the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement and Ground Lease with the City of Shreveport regarding the property known as the Mooretown Elementary School to the September board meeting Moved by: Dr Terence Vinson; seconded by: Jasmine Green Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell No: Katie McLain Not Present at Vote: Dr Bonita Douzart Motion Carries 10-1 9. Superintendent's Report 9.01 Superintendent's Announcements and Information Only 10. Board Member Announcements and Requests 10.01 Board Member Announcements and Requests 11. Executive Session (No discussion and the board voted in open session) 11.01 Litigation Update (Claimant: James R. Clark; Date of Loss: 09/23/2024; Claim #C4665A7030000301; Suit 658541-B) Move to uphold staff's recommendation for settlement authority Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Jasmine Green Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Katie McLain, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Abstain: Mary Trammel Not Present at Vote: Dr Bonita Douzart Motion Carries 10-0 12. Adjournment 12.01 Adjournment Move to adjourn the August 18, 2026 CPSB Meeting. Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Mary Trammel Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Jeri Bowen, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Dr Bonita Douzart and Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 _________________ School Board President _________________ Board Secretary 12768132 11/10/26 ($204.14)
Miscellaneous Notices
Shreveport Times
Shreveport
November 10, 2026
BOARD APPROVED 8.18.26 CPSB Meeting Minutes Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM Caddo Parish School Board Room, 1961 Midway, Shreveport, Louisiana 1.Opening Items 1.01 Call to order 1.02 Student Leader of the Month 1.03 Invocation (Jerry Bowman, Jr., District 7) 1.04 Pledge of Allegiance 1.05 Presentations and Recognitions July 2026 Board Recognitions Memo.docx 1.06 Roll Call Present: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Absent: Jeri Bowen and Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 2.Minutes 2.01Consideration to approve the minutes of the June 2, 2026, June 9, 2026, and June 16, 2026, CPSB Meetings June 2, 2026 CPSB Ad Hoc Committee.pdf June 2, 2026 CPSB Budget Work Session Minutes.pdf June 9, 2026 CPSB Budget Work Session - Minutes.pdf June 16, 2026 CPSB Meeting Minutes.pdf Move to approve the minutes of the June 2, 2026, June 9, 2026, and June 16, 2026, CPSB Meetings as submitted in the electronic mailout. Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Dottie Bell Yes: Steve Umling, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Jasmine Green, Jeri Bowen, and Katie McLain Motion Carries 9-0 3. Agenda Setup 3.01Agenda read into the record Prior to the reading of the agenda, Mr. Burton announced the release of Executive Order 26-047 Teacher and Support Staff Stipend Guidance earlier that afternoon. He reported that, based on the guidance, the district is considered compliant as a result of the Board's approval of the 6% salary increase for all employees in June. Mr. Burton further noted that the proposed one-time stipend, which had been included on the June agenda but was tabled pending the release of the Executive Order guidance, could be presented for the Board's consideration. Mr. Little asked for public comment regarding adding this item to the agenda. Jon Glover asked if the Superintendent would receive this stipend and Carlos Daniel spoke in favor of adding this agenda item, especially for the lower paid employees. Board Member Yeates made the motion to add the district one-time stipend to the agenda, with the agenda item being 8.08. Move to add the one-time stipend to the agenda with the item being 8.08 Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Dottie Bell Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Jeri Bowen and Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 3.02Board Members recommend items for consent: 6.01, 6.02, 6.03, 6.04, 7.01, 8.01, 8.02,8.03, 8.04, 8.06, 8.07, 8.08 4.Visitor's Section 4.01Visitor's Section Jon Glover reminded the board when Dr. Brumley came to Caddo in May 2024 and stated he said that most schools that could be in recovery are in Caddo Parish. Ms. Glover asked what have we done since then to correct the problem? 5.Recommended Consent Items 5.01Consideration to approve the recommended agenda items for consent Move to approve the recommended agenda items for consent; 6.01, 6.02, 6.03, 6.04, 7.01, 8.01, 8.02, 8.03, 8.04, 8.06, 8.07 Moved by: Dr Terence Vinson; seconded by: Jasmine Green Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Jeri Bowen and Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 6.Personnel Transactions Report 6.01** Consent- Personnel Recommendations Personnel Recommendation - For Approval - Hampton, Lynette - Director of School Performance k-8 & Middle Schools - July 2026.pdf Personnel Recommendation - For Approval - Nix, Mitzi - Director of Accountability - July 2026.pdf Personnel Recommendation - For Approval - Supervisor of Child Welfare and Attendance, Elie, Jessica.pdf Move to approve Personnel Recommendations as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 6.02 ** Consent- Personnel Leaves - Certified Personnel Leaves - Certified Personnel - July 2026.pdf Move to approve Personnel Leaves as submitted in the electronic mailout. 6.03 ** Consent - Personnel Resignations - Certified and Classified Personnel Transaction Report - Resignations - Certified and Classified Personnel - June 2026.pdf Move to approve Personnel Resignations as submitted in the electronic mailout. 6.04** Consent - Administrative Contract Renewals Administrative Contract Renewals - For Approval July 2026.pdf Move to approve the Administrative Contract Renewals as submitted in the electronic mailout. 7.Bids 7.01** Consent - Capital Project Bids Memo - Approval of Capital Project Bid.pdf Move to approve the bid as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout on the bid tabulation sheet: 1) Project 2027-030, Booker T. Washington, Northwood, North Caddo High Football Field Lighting, be awarded to Camus Electric (Not OCC*), Shreveport, LA, with a Base Bid and Alternate 1 for the sum total of $896,000.00. The budget amount is $1,015,000.00. The project will be paid for from the 2026 Public Entity Energy Efficiency Grant. 8.Other Action Items 8.01**Consent - Consideration to approve a one-year extension of the Rutherford House Residential Services Agreement CPSB and Rutherford House-2023 Service Agreement.pdf Fourth Extension.pdf Memo- One-Year Extension Rutherford House.pdf Move to approve a one-year extension of the Rutherford House Residential Services Agreement as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.02 **Consent - Consideration to approve the new CPSB "Operation of Drones" Policy Memo and Proposed New Drone Policy .pdf Move to approve the new CPSB "Operation of Drones" Policy as recommended by Board Member Little and submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.03 **Consent - Consideration to approve revision to CPSB Policy GBRIA-Personal Leave CPSB Policy GBRIA- Personal Leave (Revision 7.21.26).pdf Move to approve the revision to CPSB Policy GBRIA-Personal Leave based on Legislative Action, as submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.04 **Consent - Consideration to approve the 2026-2027 Interagency Agreements and Contracts, as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. Memo - DOEC 2026-2027 Interagency Agreements and Contracts.pdf Move to approve the 2026-2027 Interagency Agreements and Contracts, as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.05 Consideration to confirm the Superintendent's pay raise as authorized by the Board in its action on June 16, 2026 and that the Superintendent's contract be amended to clarify that the Superintendent is entitled to any state and local salary increase authorized to be received by any other certified staff of the Caddo Parish School Board Motion 1 - Move to confirm the Superintendent's pay raise as authorized by the Board in its action on June 16, 2026 and that the Superintendent's contract be amended to clarify that the Superintendent is entitled to any state and local salary increase authorized to be received by any other certified staff of the Caddo Parish School Board, as recommended by Board Member Dottie Bell. Moved by: Dottie Bell; seconded by: Jessica Yeates Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Jeri Bowen and Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 Motion 2: Call for the question to end debate and return to vote on original motion Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Mary Trammel Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell No: Dr Terence Vinson Not Present at Vote: Jeri Bowen and Katie McLain Motion Carries 9-1 8.06 **Consent - Consideration to authorize the Superintendent to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the Caddo Coordinated Response Model for Domestic Violence, on behalf of the Caddo Parish School Board, with participating municipalities and the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, as submitted in the electronic mailout. MOU - CPSB and LA Coalition Against Domestic Violence.pdf Move to authorize the Superintendent to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the Caddo Coordinated Response Model for Domestic Violence, on behalf of the Caddo Parish School Board, with participating municipalities and the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, as submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.07 **Consent - Consideration to approve the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Caddo Parish School Board and Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office regarding the use of CPSB-owned school buses during declared emergencies or other qualifying incidents. CPSO-CPSB Bus MOU.docx Move to approve the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Caddo Parish School Board and the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office regarding the use of CPSB-owned school buses during declared emergencies or other qualifying incidents, as recommended by staff and submitted in the electronic mailout. 8.08 Consideration to approve a $1,000 stipend for all employees to be paid on or before August 15, 2026. Additionally, we are recommending that all employees who are on a salary grade where step 0 pay is under $30,000 receive an additional $500. The stipends will be paid to all employees who were employed and eligible for benefits on August 6, 2026, and those employees who retired after fulfilling their 2025-26 contract days. (Jessica Yeates, District 11) Motion 1 - Move to approve a $1,000 stipend for all employees to be paid on or before August 15, 2026. Additionally, recommend that all employees who are on a salary grade where step 0 pay is under $30,000 receive an additional $500.The stipends will be paid to all employees who were employed and eligible for benefits on August 6, 2026, and those employees who retired after fulfilling their 2025-26 contract days as recommended by Mrs. Jessica Yeates, Board Member District 12. Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Dottie Bell Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Jeri Bowen and Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 Call for the question to end debate and Moved by: Jessica Yeates; seconded by: Dottie Bell Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Jeri Bowen and Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 Motion 2 - Substitution Motion - Move to approve a $1,000 pay raise for all employees to be paid on or before August 15, 2026. Additionally, we are recommending that all employees who are on a salary grade where step 0 pay is under $30,000 receive an additional $500. The pay raise will be paid to all employees who were employed and eligible for benefits on August 6, 2026, and those employees who retired after fulfilling their 2025-26 contract days Moved by: Jasmine Green; seconded by: Dr Terence Vinson Yes: Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, and Dr Bonita Douzart No: Steve Umling, Don Little, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Dottie Bell, and Jessica Yeates Not Present at Vote: Jeri Bowen and Katie McLain Motion Fails 3-7 and we returned to vote on the original motion 9.Superintendent's Report 9.01Superintendent's Announcements and Information Only Mr. Burton announced Summer Graduation 2026 would be held at 6pm on Thursday, August 6 at Southwood High School. Mr. Burton congratulated Board Member Jessica Yeates on her outstanding academic achievement of earning her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Arkansas Grantham, graduating Magna Cum Laude. 10.Board Member Announcements and Requests 10.01Board Member Announcements and Requests Mrs. Bell requested that the Superintendent notify employees as soon as possible regarding the stipend. Dr. Douzart noted that Grambling State University recently celebrated its 125th anniversary. Ms. Green expressed her appreciation for the district's decision to provide employees with an additional stipend and requested that board members be notified whenever community meetings are scheduled. Mr. Rachal requested that the Policy Review Committee schedule a meeting to address concerns regarding the availability of certain books in district schools. Mrs. Yeates announced that two Caddo students advanced to the state level in baton twirling. Dr. Vinson stated that board members are willing to help share information with their communities when requested. 11.Executive Session 11.01Executive Session Move to Executive Session Moved by: Dr Terence Vinson; seconded by: Steve Umling Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Terence Vinson, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Jeri Bowen and Katie McLain Motion Carries 10-0 11.02 Request for Settlement Authority - Claimant: Roderick Parker & Ashley Murray obo Ladishia Murray, Date of Loss: 01/20/2023, Claim #C36652545000101 Memo - Request for Settlement Authority.pdf Move to uphold staff's recommendation for request for settlement Moved by: Barry Rachal; seconded by: Mary Trammel Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, and Dottie Bell No: Jessica Yeates Abstain: Don Little Not Present at Vote: Dr Terence Vinson, Jeri Bowen, and Katie McLain Motion Carries 7-1 12.Adjournment 12.01Adjournment Move to adjourn the July 21, 2026 CPSB Meeting Moved by: Jasmine Green; seconded by: Steve Umling Yes: Steve Umling, Jasmine Green, Don Little, Dr Bonita Douzart, Mary Trammel, Jerry Bowman Jr, Barry Rachal, Jessica Yeates, and Dottie Bell Not Present at Vote: Dr Terence Vinson, Jeri Bowen, and Katie McLain Motion Carries 9-0 __________________ School Board President __________________ Board Secretary 12768034 11/10/26 ($353.30)
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