Abbeville Meridional
December 31, 2025
Police Jury Meeting, Police Jury Room
December 17, 2025
Abbeville, Louisiana
Minutes of a regular meeting of the Vermilion Parish Police Jury held on December 17, 2025, with President Mark Poche’ presiding.
The meeting was called to order by President Mark Poche’, who asked Mr. Chad Vallo to lead the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Following the pledge, the President asked Mr. Paul Moresi, III for a moment of prayer or reflection. The President then reminded all present to turn all cell phones, pagers, etc. off or set to silent mode for the duration of the Police Jury Meeting.
The following members were present:
Mr. Shane Meaux Mr. Brent Landry
Mr. Ronald Darby Ms. Liz Touchet
Mr. Mark Poche` Mr. Roy Keith Meaux
Mr. Chad Lege Mr. Ronald Menard
Mr. Scott Broussard Mr. Dexter Callahan
Mr. Chad Vallo
Absent: Mr. Dane Hebert Mr. Errol J. Domingues
Mr. Brian Hollier
Guest: Mr. Kim Touchet Mr. Todd Vincent
President Poche’ recognized a period for public comment on any agenda item to be considered.
No comments.
President Poche’ recognized Reading or Approval of the minutes of the previous meeting - Budget & Regular Meeting of November 19, 2025.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Vallo, duly seconded by Mr. Keith Meaux, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved to dispense and approve the minutes from the Budget & Regular Meeting of November 19, 2025.
President Poche’ recognized Announcements - Information for the Public.
2026 BUDGET
VERMILION PARISH POLICE JURY
PARISH OF VERMILION
STATE OF LOUISIANA
ABBEVILLE, LOUISIANA
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BUDGET MESSAGE
AND
NARRATIVE
Members of the Police Jury:
I submit to you the Budget for the fiscal year 2026, beginning January 1, 2026. This budget represents a continuation of service levels and reflects expenditures budgeted within anticipated revenues for 2026 and balances of 2025: $62,561,435 of balance and $40,644,641 of revenue for a total of $103,206,076, with a total anticipated 2026 budget disbursement of $43,630,027 and a $0 interfund transfer, which will end 2026 with an anticipated balance of $59,576,049.
The Jury carefully reviewed the 2026 budget in order to line up as close to the expected revenues for 2026. Careful monitoring will enable projects that are on the shelf to perhaps be put forward if revenues increase.
The Police Jury will pursue avenues of funding to assist in the expansion of water and fire protection services, along with other programs that promote quality of life opportunities for Vermilion Parish citizens.
The Police Jury continues to work with local, State and Federal agencies to obtain grants along with sharing the cost of projects through mutual aid or cooperative agreements.
The 2026 budget will present opportunities. As your Parish Administrator, the proposed budget offers a challenge after its adoption. Providing the best services for the least cost equals efficient government service, the mandate of the people of Vermilion Parish. I urge good fiscal management by both the Jury and myself.
May the upcoming holiday season provide a joyous, family filled and prosperous 2026.
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APPROPRIATION
BUDGET ORDINANCE
2025-O-02
AN ORDINANCE adopting an Operating Budget of Revenues and Expenditures for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026, and ending on December 31, 2026.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE POLICE JURY OF THE PARISH OF VERMILION, in special session convened that:
SECTION 1: The attached detailed estimate of Revenues for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2026, be and the same is hereby adopted to serve as an Operating Budget of Revenues for the Parish during the same period.
SECTION 2: The attached estimates of Expenditures by departments for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2026, be and the same is hereby adopted to serve as a Budget of Expenditures for the Parish during the same period.
SECTION 3: The adoption of this Operating Budget of Expenditures be and the same is hereby declared to operate as an appropriation of the amount therein set forth within the terms of the budget classification.
SECTION 4: Amounts are available for expenditures only to the extent included within the 2026 Budget.
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President Poche’ recognized a motion was needed to approve the recommendations to implement the 2026 Budget.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR APPROVAL TO IMPLEMENT THE 2026 BUDGET:
INTERFUND TRANSFERS
FROM GENERAL FUND TO:
VERMILION PARISH OFFICE OF EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS - AN AMOUNT UP TO $130,000
15TH JUDICIAL COURT - AN AMOUNT UP TO $150,000
FROM SALES TAX & BOND - 1976 TO:
1994 SALES TAX & BOND FUND - AN AMOUNT UP TO $2,500,000
FROM SALES TAX & BOND - 1978 TO:
PARISHWIDE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT MAINTENANCE FUND - AN AMOUNT UP TO $2,000,000
GENERAL FUND - AN AMOUNT UP TO $1,020,000
FROM ROYALTY ROAD FUND TO:
PARISHWIDE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT MAINTENANCE FUND - AN AMOUNT UP TO $750,000
20% TRANSFER TO PARISHWIDE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT MAINTENANCE FUND FROM:
ROAD DISTRICT NO. 1 MAINTENANCE FUND
$ 27,812
MAINTENANCE OF ROAD DISTRICTS:
SUB 1 OF 2
$ 89,812
SUB 2 OF 2
$ 1,862
SUB 3 OF 2
$ 68,178
SUB 4 OF 2
$ 67,003
SUB 5 OF 2
$ 48,142
ROAD DISTRICT NO. 3
$ 32,893
ROAD DISTRICT 4-A
$ 43,710
ROAD DISTRICT NO. 6
$ 24,266
ROAD DISTRICT NO. 7
$ 68,592
10% TRANSFER TO ROYALTY ROAD FUND FROM:
ROAD DISTRICT NO. 1 MAINTENANCE FUND
$ 13,906
MAINTENANCE OF ROAD DISTRICTS:
SUB 1 OF 2
$ 44,906
SUB 2 OF 2
$ 931
SUB 3 OF 2
$ 34,089
SUB 4 OF 2
$ 33,501
SUB 5 OF 2
$ 24,071
ROAD DISTRICT NO. 3
$ 16,447
ROAD DISTRICT 4-A
$ 21,855
ROAD DISTRICT NO. 6
$ 12,133
ROAD DISTRICT NO. 7
$ 34,296
GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATIONS:
Clerk of Court
$ 49,000
annually
St. Mary Community Action Agency
$ 47,530
annually
Vermilion Association For Retarded Citizens
$ 5,000
annually
Vermilion Parish Assessor's Office
$ 14,500
annually
Vermilion Soil Conservation Service
$ 5,000
annually
Veteran Service Office
$ 28,489
annually
Vermilion Parish District Attorney
$ 634,134
annually
Upon motion by Mr. Brent Landry, duly seconded by Mr. Dexter Callahan, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved the recommendations to implement the 2026 Budget.
President Poche’ recognized a motion was needed to approve Budget Amendment 25-02.
Budget Amendment 25-02
To increase/decrease specific anticipated revenues/expenditures in the 2025 budget as follows and the anticipated 12/31/25 Fund Balance is to be adjusted accordingly.
SALES TAX AND BOND 1976
SALES TAX AND BOND 1994
Expenditures:
Expenditures:
Fire Protection (Rural)
Sanitation, Sewage & Waste
Rental - Equipment
10,000.00
Solid Waste Dept.
Unforeseen Emergency
80,000.00
Rental - Equipment
300,000.00
* * * * * * * * * *
Professional Fees
125,000.00
PARISHWIDE
Contract Household Garbage Pickup
300,000.00
Revenue
Burrow Pit
800,000.00
Intergovernment Revenue
* * * * * * * * * *
CIP Project
(320,000.00)
OFFICE OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Expenditures:
Revenues:
Transportation
Intergovernment Revenue
Equipment rental
100,000.00
EOC Building
(1,000,000.00)
Purchase - Heavy Equipment
600,000.00
Expenditures:
Road - CIP Project
Other Expenditures
CIP Construction
2,500,000.00
EOC Building
500,000.00
Other Expenditures
* * * * * * * * * *
Transfer-Out
200,000.00
GOMESA SURPLUS FUND
Transfer of State Routes
300,000.00
Expenditures:
* * * * * * * * * *
Other Expenditures
Health Unit
Misc. Expenditures
50,000.00
Expenditures:
* * * * * * * * * *
Health and Welfare
GOMESA 2019 BOND FUND
Health Unit
Expenditures:
Mtne of Building & Grounds
10,000.00
Bond Expense
Other Public Safety - Rabies/Animal Control
Interest Due on Bond
100,000.00
Rental - Vehicles
15,000.00
Other Expenditures
Utilities
10,000.00
Residual Revenue Payment
500,000.00
Dog/Cat Food
15,000.00
* * * * * * * * * *
Spay/Neuter & Vet Fees
60,000.00
ROAD DISTRICT #1
Materials & Supplies
12,000.00
Expenditures:
* * * * * * * * * *
Transportation
Royalty Road
Road Material
Revenues:
Professional Fees
1,500.00
Intergovernment Revenue
Material - Limestone
35,000.00
State Grant
(450,000.00)
Material - Gravel
3,000.00
Expenditures:
Material - Pipe
10,000.00
Other General Administration
Material - Miscellaneous
1,000.00
Transportation
* * * * * * * * * *
Professional Fees
500,000.00
* * * * * * * * * *
Upon motion by Mr. Ronald Darby, duly seconded by Mr. Chad Vallo, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved Budget Amendment 25-02.
President Poche’ recognized to consider action to amend the agenda to discuss and consider actions on any new items presented by Engineering and Architectural reports.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Vallo, duly seconded by Mr. Keith Meaux, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved to amend the agenda to discuss and consider actions on any new items presented by Engineering and Architectural reports.
Mr. Todd Vincent, Sellers & Associates, Inc., presented the following:
Upon motion by Mr. Ronald Menard, duly seconded by Mr. Shane Meaux, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved Change Order No. 1, Acadiana Land Services, LLC – Demolition of Residence at 916 Edwards Drive (EMT-2022-FM-003-0043), total decrease of $1,069.93.
Upon motion by Mr. Shand Meaux, duly seconded by Mr. Dexter Callahan, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved Partial Payment No. 1, Acadiana Land Services, LLC - Demolition of Residence at 916 Edwards Drive (EMT-2022-FM-003-0043), in the amount of $8,610.81.
Upon motion by Mr. Shane Meaux, duly seconded by Mr. Dexter Callahan, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved authorize the Administrator to sign a Resolution of Acceptance authorizing the President to execute an Act of Acceptance from Acadiana Land Services, LLC, pertaining to the completion of the contract for the Demolition of Residence at 916 Edwards Drive (EMT-2022-FM-003-0043).
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Vallo, duly seconded by Mr. Ronald Menard, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved Partial Payment No. 1, Pier, Bulkhead & Wharf Specialties, LLC – Bayou Queue De Tortue Drainage Maintenance, in the amount of $29,500.00.
Upon motion by Mr. Ronald Darby, duly seconded by Mr. Chad Vallo, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved to award the contracts to the lowest bidders on each item as presented in the bid tabulation for the Materials for Parish Road Maintenance for the period 01/01/2026 to 06/30/2026.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Lege, duly seconded by Mr. Scott Broussard, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury authorized the President to sign an agreement with the firm submitting the lowest proposal at a cost not to exceed $59,000 for the North Shore of Vermilion Bay Project: Phase II.
Mr. Kim Touchet, Primeaux, Touchet & Associates, presented the following:
Upon motion by Mr. Ronald Menard, duly seconded by Mr. Dexter Callahan, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved Partial Payment No. 2, L&R Construction Co. Inc – 2025 Bridge Improvement Project: Phase III (W Etienne, W Beech & Pecan Rd Bridges), in the amount of $67,967.78.
President Poche’ recognized Report of Standing Committees, Coastal Protection/Restoration Committee.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Lege, duly second by Mr. Ronald Menard, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved to accept the Coastal Protection/Restoration Committee recommendations and authorize the appropriate officials to carry out the recommendations.
COASTAL PROTECTION & RESTORATION COMMITTEE
DECEMBER 03, 2025
ABBEVILLE, LOUISIANA
AS A RESULT OF A COASTAL PROTECTION & RESTORATION COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 03, 2025, THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED FOR THE JURY’S CONSIDERATION:
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve to award the lowest bidder, Patriot Construction, LLC ($589,742) the Cheniere au Tigre Ridge Restoration (TV-0097) Project.
• It is recommended the Police Jury authorize Sellers & Associates to advertise for bids for the Cheniere au Tigre Gap Closure (TV-0096), subject to approval of CPRA.
• It is recommended the Police Jury authorize Sellers & Associates to advertise for bids for the Schooner Bayou Rehabilitation Project (ME-0039), subject to approval of CPRA.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve a letter requesting the additional funds from CPRA for the Youngs Coulee Project.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve Mr. Tommy McGinnis to send Letters of Support for CWPPRA PPL 35 candidates in Vermilion Parish (Freshwater Bayou Canal – East Restoration Project and Shore Shells Demonstration Project) to Lafayette and Iberia Parishes and invite them to submit letters of support to USACE.
• It is recommended the Police Jury invite the Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy (LDCE) - Office of Permitting and Compliance (OPC) to give a presentation about the Local Coastal Management Program to the Coastal Restoration and Protection Committee.
Respectfully submitted
Mr. Errol Domingues
Chairman
President Poche’ recognized Report of Standing Committees, Courthouse/General Needs Committee.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Vallo, duly second by Mr. Ronald Menard, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved the Courthouse/General Needs Committee recommendations and authorize the appropriate officials to carry out the recommendations.
COURTHOUSE/GENERAL NEEDS COMMITTEE
DECEMBER 03, 2025
ABBEVILLE, LOUISIANA
AS A RESULT OF A COURTHOUSE/GENERAL NEEDS COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 03, 2025, THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED FOR THE JURY’S CONSIDERATION:
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve Contract Change Order No. 1, Acadiana Land Services, LLC – Demolition of Residence at 36007 I.C. Suire Street, Erath (FEMA-PJ-06-LA-2019-009), total decrease of $279.93.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve Partial Payment No. 1, Acadiana Land Services, LLC – Demolition of Residence at 36007 I.C. Suire Street, Erath, in the amount of $9,699.81.
• It is recommended the Police Jury authorize the Administrator to sign a Resolution of Acceptance authorizing the President to execute an Act of Acceptance from Acadiana Land Services, LLC, pertaining to the completion of the contract for the Demolition of Residence at 3607 I.C. Suire St, Erath (FEMA-PJ-06-LA-2019-009).
• It is recommended the Police Jury authorize the President to sign the Right of Use Agreement for the property located at 11538 Suzanne Dr, Erath (FEMA-PJ-06-LA-2019-009).
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve Contract Change Order No. 1, Acadiana Land Services, LLC – Demolition of Residence at 3408 Broadview Drive, Erath (EMT-2021-FM-024-0026), total decrease of $201.93.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve Partial Payment No. 1, Acadiana Land Services, LLC – Demolition of Residence at 3408 Broadview Drive, Erath (EMT-2021-FM-024-0026), in the amount of $14,951.31.
• It is recommended the Police Jury authorize the Administrator to sign a Resolution of Acceptance authorizing the President to execute an Act of Acceptance from Acadiana Land Services, LLC, pertaining to the completion of the contract for the Demolition of Residence at 3408 Broadview Drive, Erath (EMT-2021-FM-024-0026).
• It is recommended the Police Jury authorize the President to sign the Right of Use Agreement for the property located at 3408 Broadview Drive, Erath (EMT-2021-FM-024-0026).
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve Partial Payment No. 5 (FINAL), Siema Construction, LLC – Town of Gueydan Flood Protection (Hazard Mitigation Grant Program No. 1786-DR-LA-0095), in the amount of $28,042.86.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve Temporary Liquor Permit.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve VPPJ to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the District Attorney reflecting the approval and funding of the DA’s 2026 Budget from VPPJ. Along with authorizing the President to sign the CEA with the DA reflecting the same.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve to request Hope House and Neamiah Project to submit detailed proposals, with specific funding costs and time frames, relative to the use of the Opioid Settlement Funds.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve to appoint Scott Saunier to the Twin Parish Port Board, replacing Robbie Mayer who has resigned.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve to appoint Mike Mouton to the Consolidated Gravity Drainage District Ward 1, replacing Todd Reed who has resigned.
Respectfully Submitted,
Mr. Chad Vallo
Chairman
President Poche’ recognized Report of Standing Committees, Public Works Committee.
Upon motion by Mr. Brent Landry, duly second by Mr. Ronald Darby, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved the Public Works Committee recommendations and authorize the appropriate officials to carry out the recommendations.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
DECEMBER 03, 2025
ABBEVILLE, LOUISIANA
AS A RESULT OF A PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 03, 2025, THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED FOR THE JURY’S CONSIDERATION:
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve the renewal of the 2-year service contract with Pride Environmental, LLC for routine sewage plant and/or pump station inspections and maintenance at the Public Works Building, Animal Control Building and the Solid Waste Plant.
• It is recommended the Police Jury approve a 1-year extension of the service contract with Star Environmental Services, Inc. for routine sewage plant and/or pump station inspections and maintenance at the sewage plant and pump station at the Law Enforcement Center.
Respectfully Submitted,
Mr. Brent Landry
Chairman
President Poche’ recognized New Business.
President Poche’ stated to consider action to amend the agenda to discuss and consider actions on any new items presented by the Parish Administrator.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Vallo, duly seconded by Mr. Shane Meaux, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved to amend the agenda to discuss and consider actions on any new items by the Parish Administrator.
Mr. Keith Roy, Parish Administrator, presented the following:
• Provided to the Police Jurors is the Statement of Operations prior monthly budget-to-actual comparisons for all of the major funds of the Vermilion Parish Police Jury.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Vallo, duly seconded by Mr. Shane Meaux, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved to give an extension for the owners to clean the property located at 6912 &6914 South Cove Road.
Upon motion by Mr. Dexter Callahan, duly seconded by Mr. Shane Meaux, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved the lowest bids for the attached Janitorial Supply and the Transportation needs (ex. Filter) for Public Works.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Vallo, duly seconded by Mr. Keith Meaux, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved payment of the following invoices from Sellers & Associates, Inc:
• Invoice No. 28900, Project No. 5263-59, Vermilion Parish Solid Waste Plant: Miscellaneous Projects – Various Operation Issues (June 2025), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $240.00.
• Invoice No. 28903, Project No. 8645-19, Solid Waste Facility Borrow Pit Project: Contract 6 Processing of Partial Payment Estimates, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $695.00.
• Invoice No. 28905, Project No. 8937-06, Vermilion Parish Solid Waste Plant: Prepare & Submit Facility Permit Renewal Application in Accordance with LDEQ Regulations (NOD#2), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $700.00.
• Invoice No. 28906, Project No. 8937-39, Vermilion Parish Solid Waste Plant: Permit Modification – New Cell Area III-B, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $3,000.00.
• Invoice No. 28907, Project No. 8937-45, Vermilion Parish Solid Waste Plant: Prepare Garbage Collection RFP, Award/Contract Execution Process, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $612.50.
• Invoice No. 28908, Project No. 8966-03, Pre-Positioned Debris: Prepare & Coordinate Request for Proposal, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $18.75.
• Invoice No. 28909, Project No. 8966-04, Pre-Positioned Debris: Prepare & Coordinate Procurement for Debris Monitoring Services dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $37.50.
• Invoice No. 28933, Project No. 9713-02, VPSWF Hwy 699 Borrow Pit: Basic Engineering Services – Site Development Contract, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $3,939.83.
• Invoice No. 28934, Project No. 9713-03, VPSWF Hwy 699 Borrow Pit: Inspection, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $6,221.25.
• Invoice No. 28901, Project No. 5960-03, Vermilion Parish Public Works Building Non-Compliance Reporting; Processing, Recording & Monitoring of Test Results for Compliance with LPDES Discharge Permit; Prepare Non-Compliance Report/Letter to LDEQ as Needed (July 2025 – October 2025), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $87.50.
• Invoice No. 28902, Project No. 7253-76, Miscellaneous Engineering Services – Vermilion Parish Law Enforcement Center & Rabies Control Building Non-Compliance Reporting: Processing, Recording & Monitoring of Test Results for Compliance with LPDES Discharge Permit; Prepare Non-Compliance Report/Letter to LDEQ as needed (March 2025 – October 2025), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $175.00.
• Invoice No. 28912, Project No. 8990-78, Miscellaneous Engineering Services: 2yr Service Renewal Contract (01/24/20245 – 01/24/2026) for Routine Sewage Plant and/or Pump Station Inspections and Maintenance – Prepare Specifications and Contract Documents, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $440.00.
• Invoice No. 27866, Project No. 9598-04, Cheniere Au Tigre Ridge Restoration – Basic Engineering Services, dated February 24, 2025, in the amount of $5,482.58.
• Invoice No. 27989, Project No. 9598-05, Cheniere Au Tigre Ridge Restoration – Land Right and Servitude Acquisitions, dated March 27, 2025, in the amount of $2,100.00.
• Invoice No. 28081, Project No. 9598-04, Cheniere Au Tigre Ridge Restoration – Basic Engineering Services, dated April 28, 2025, in the amount of $13,706.43.
• Invoice No. 28274, Project No. 9598-04, Cheniere Au Tigre Ridge Restoration – Basic Engineering Services, dated June 26, 2025, in the amount of $8,223.87.
• Invoice No. 28275, Project No. 9598-05, Cheniere Au Tigre Ridge Restoration – Land Right and Servitude Acquisitions, dated June 26, 2025, in the amount of $711.35.
• Invoice No. 28904, Project No. 8778-12, HMGP Generators Public Facilities: 4590-0010 Statewide Generators (Vermilion) – Respond to RFI from GOHSEP, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $187.50.
• Invoice No. 28913, Project No. 9007-05, FEMA Direct Administrative Cost Services: Hurricane Laura Grant Management (DAC) (April 2025 – October 2025), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $624.98.
• Invoice No. 28914, Project No. 9065-08, Youngs Coulee Water Control Structure: Prepare and Coordinate LWI Round 2 Application Development and Submittal, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $2,020.00.
• Invoice No. 28915, Project No. 9065-11, Youngs Coulee Water Control Structure: Grant Administrative Services, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $793.00.
• Invoice No. 28916, Project No. 9065-12, Youngs Coulee Water Control Structure: Prepare and Submit 2026-2027 COP Application, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $341.25.
• Invoice No. 28918, Project No. 9229-02, FY 2019 FMA/PDM Grant Program: Elevations – Grant Management, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $1,632.48.
• Invoice No. 28919, Project No. 9229-03, FY 2019 FMA/PDM Grant Program: Elevations – Project Management, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $2,448.72.
• Invoice No. 28920, Project No. 9237-02, Vermilion Parish – Town of Gueydan: HMGP Flood Protection Pump Station Improvements – Grant Management (Post-Award), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $315.00.
• Invoice No. 28921, Project No. 9256-09, LWI – Round 1 Project Grant Program AABDBS – Basic Engineering Services, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $975.00.
• Invoice No. 28922, Project No. 9256-11, LWI – Round 1 Project Grant Program AABDBS – Grant Administration, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $475.00.
• Invoice No. 28923, Project No. 9330-30, COP Road Improvements: Prepare & Submit 2026-2027 COP Application, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $420.00.
• Invoice No. 28924, Project No. 9371-03, 4559 HMGP Funding: Emergency Generators – Topographic Survey, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $3,850.00.
• Invoice No. 28925, Project No. 9441-02, FY 2021 Flood Mitigation Asst Grant: Acquisitions: Grant Management, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $5,799.60.
• Invoice No. 28926, Project No. 9441-03, FY 2021 Flood Mitigation Asst Grant: Acquisitions: Per Parcel Fee, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $7,088.40.
• Invoice No. 28927, Project No. 9441-04, FY 2021 Flood Mitigation Asst Grant: Elevations: Grant Management, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $8,592.00.
• Invoice No. 28929, Project No. 9563-04, OCD: Federal Disaster Recovery Funding: RCIP Grant Administrative Services – Nehemiah Community Center (Application Approval and Implementation), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $5,953.50.
• Invoice No. 28930, Project No. 9563-05, OCD: Federal Disaster Recovery Funding: RCIP Grant Administrative Services – Kaplan Community Center (Application Approval and Implementation), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $3,715.50.
• Invoice No. 28931, Project No. 9563-06, OCD: Federal Disaster Recovery Funding: RCIP Grant Administrative Services – Erath Seafood Hub Expansion (Application Approval and Implementation), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $4,006.50.
• Invoice No. 28932, Project No. 9595-04, Emergency Operations Center (EOC): Grant Administration – Assist the Parish in completing and submitting Formal Application and Agreement to GOHSEP, Coordinate the Completion of FEMA EHP Form and Submittal, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $292.50.
• Invoice No. 28910, Project No. 8990-16, Miscellaneous Engineering Services: Tower Permits – Review Application and Required Documents, Correspondence with Applicant, Prepare Recommendation to PJ (March 2025 – April 2025), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $187.50.
• Invoice No. 28911, Project No. 8990-38, Miscellaneous Engineering Services: Assist Parish in Providing Elevation/Acquisition Program Information to Parish Citizens (June 2025 – October 2025), dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $131.25.
• Invoice No. 28935, Project No. 9717-16, Subdivision Development Review: Landqwest Repartition, dated November 28, 2025, in the amount of $250.00.
Upon motion by Mr. Brent Landry, duly seconded by Ms. Liz Touchet, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved the 2025 Acadiana Crime Lab Amended Budget & the 2026 Proposed Budget.
Upon motion by Mr. Keith Meaux, duly seconded by Ms. Liz Touchet, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved an Application for Temporary Permit to Sell Alcoholic Beverages for Le Bayou Legendaire Company at Abbey Players Theater for a Music Concert, December 27, 2025.
Upon motion by Mr. Shane Meaux, duly seconded by Mr. Roanld Darby, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved payment of the following invoices from Primeaux, Soirez, Touchet & Associates, LLC:
• Invoice No. 25-030-07, 2025 Vermilion Parish Bridge Repairs & Improvements Project: Phase III (W. Etienne, W Beech & Pecan Roads), dated December 03, 2025, in the amount of $8,318.43.
• Invoice No. 25-030-08, 2025 Vermilion Parish Bridge Repairs & Improvements Project: Phase III (W. Etienne, W Beech & Pecan Roads), dated December 03, 2025, in the amount of $6,075.00.
• Invoice No. 25-030-09, 2025 Vermilion Parish Bridge Repairs & Improvements Project: Phase III (W. Etienne, W Beech & Pecan Roads), dated December 03, 2025, in the amount of $8,318.43.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Vallo, duly seconded by Mr. Chad Lege, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved payment of Invoice No. 25-11-000035, Site Engineering, Inc: EOC/911 Communications Center, dated November 30, 2025, in the amount of $2,524.07.
Upon motion by Mr. Brent Landry, duly seconded by Mr. Dexter Callahan, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved payment of the following invoices from The Sellers Group:
• Invoice No. 5721, 3rd Floor Courtroom Renovations, dated December 3, 2025, in the amount of $8,605.00.
• Invoice No. 5722, OEP/911 Communications Center, dated December 12, 2025, in the amount of $14,355.11.
Upon motion by Mr. Ronald Darby, duly seconded by Mr. Chad Lege, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved Payment Application No. 4, Russell J Stutes Construction – OEP/911 Communications Center, in the amount of $623,421.84.
Upon motion by Mr. Ronald Menard, duly seconded by Mr. Dexter Callahan, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved the St. Mary Community Action Agency 5311 Report for the month of November 2025.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Lege, duly seconded by Mr. Ronald Menard, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved an Application for Permit to Sell Alcoholic Liquors and an Application for Permit to Sell Vinous and Malt Liquors for The Shop, located at 406 S Airport, Abbeville.
Upon motion by Mr. Dexter Callahan, duly seconded by Mr. Chad Vallo, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved a Permit Extension for 9536 Romules Rd, Abbeville, ED12.
President Poche’ recognized New Business, Legal Counsel, Mr. Paul Moresi, III.
Mr. Paul Moresi, III, Legal Counsel, presented the following:
Upon motion by Mr. Scott Broussard, duly seconded by Mr. Shane Meaux, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury authorized the filing of complaints with the sheriff against Daniel Domingues, for the property located at 3800 Gene Rd, Erath, La 70533, and Brian Gage, for the property located at 4030 Aristide Rd, Erath, La 70533, for violations of parish ordinances dealing with elevation requirements and floodplain management.
President Poche’ recognizes Police Juror President Business.
No business to be presented at this time.
President Poche’ recognizes Police Juror Business.
Upon motion by Mr. Chad Vallo, duly seconded by Mr. Brent Landry, and unanimously carried, the Police Jury approved to appoint Mr. Randy Lepretre to the Ward 8 Cemetery Board, replacing Mr. Chad Bertrand who resigned.
Upon motion by Mr. Roanld Darby, duly seconded by Mr. Brent Landry, and unanimously carried, there being no further business to be presented, the meeting was duly adjourned.
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Parish Administrator President