Opelousas Daily World
May 10, 2026
COUNCIL
PROCEEDINGS
MAY 5, 2026
REGULAR MEETING
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen/Alderwoman of the Town of Port Barre met in regular session in the town hall on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the hour of 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Ardoin called the meeting to order. Present were: Robin, Hebert, Kimble, and S. Hardy. Absent: G. Hardy.
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen/Alderwoman of the Town of Port Barre, Parish of St. Landry, State of Louisiana, were duly convened as the governing authority of said town by Mayor John P. Ardoin, whom stated that the Council was ready for the transaction of business.
Motion by Robin, seconded by S. Hardy, accepting the minutes of the Regular Meeting held on April 7, 2026, and to dispense with the reading thereof. Unanimous.
Motion by Robin, seconded by Kimble to hire Mr. Nikolaus Cormier as a Post-Certified police officer, upon the recommendation of Chief Boudreaux. Unanimous.
Motion by S. Hardy, seconded Hebert to hire Ms. Crystal Duckworth as a Post-Certified police officer, upon the recommendation of Chief Boudreaux. Unanimous.
Motion by Kimble, seconded by Robin to hire Mr. Don Lirette as a Post-Certified police officer, upon the recommendation of Chief Boudreaux. Unanimous.
Motion by Hebert, seconded by S. Hardy to hire Mr. Nicolas Delatte as a Non Post-Certified police officer, upon the recommendation of Chief Boudreaux. Unanimous.
Mayor Ardoin called upon Chief Boudreaux, who rendered the monthly report of Police Department activities.
Mayor Ardoin called upon Superintendent Greg Leger who gave an update on public works activities.
Mayor Ardoin called upon Parks & Recreation Director Kyla Rivette. Ms. Rivette was not present, but the Mayor gave an update on Youth League activities.
Motion by Hebert, seconded by S. Hardy accepting all financial and departmental reports. Unanimous.
Mayor Ardoin called upon the Town Council, then the audience. General discussion was had, including Waterworks District No. 3's purchase of water, the Glass Systems building, trash on property, live council meetings and the sidewalk project.
Motion by S. Hardy, seconded by Hebert to adjourn. Unanimous.
Toria V. Comeaux
Municipal Clerk
Town of Port Barre
P.O. Box 219
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337)585-6349
5/10; 12317794
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