PROCEEDINGS OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH RECREATION DISTRICT NO.1 BOARD, OF THE PARISH OF TERREBONNE, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A PUBLIC MEETING HELD ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2024.
The board of Terrebonne Parish Recreation District No. 1 met in public meeting at its regular meeting place, Oakshire Gym, 5457 Vicari Street, Houma, LA 70364 on Monday,
September 30, 2024, evening, at _6:00_ P.M.
THERE WERE PRESENT/ABSENT:
Board Members: Mark Amedee (President) vPresent
Teri Chatagnier v Absent
Shaun Meche vPresent
Christine Parr-Vitter v Absent
Justin Ward vPresent
Peter Verret III v Present
Timothy Ward vPresent
Quorum Met v Yes
Chairman Mark Amedee called the meeting to order. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Mark Amedee.
The Board of Terrebonne Parish Recreation District No. 1 was duly convened as the governing authority of said District by Mr. Mark Amedee, Chairman, who then stated the Board was ready for the transaction of business.
Chairman Mark Amedee called for a motion to accept the minutes of the August 26, 2024; Public Meeting as written. On a motion by Peter Verret III seconded by Shaun Meche a motion carried with all others present in favor to adopt the minutes as presented.
(Motion #01-093024)
Yes: Mark Amedee, Peter Verret III, Timothy Ward, Shaun Meche, Justin Ward
No: N/A
Mr. Amedee called for public comment on any agenda item.
No Public Comment
Financial Report
A financial status report was delivered to the Board by the Accountant in printed format. The reports consisted of income statements, balance sheet, account balances, as well as check registers/deposit detail since the last Board meeting. Other items presented were:
1. Journal entries with backup for the entries, bank reconciliations, as well as deposits and
transfers were available for review upon request.
2. Current cash availability in the checking/investment accounts.
3. Income and expenses were provided.
Chairman Mark Amedee called for a motion to accept the financial report as presented. On a motion by Justin Ward seconded by Timothy Ward, a motion carried with all others present in favor to accept the financial report as presented.
(Motion #02-093024)
Yes: Mark Amedee, Peter Verret III, Timothy Ward, Shaun Meche, Justin Ward
No: N/A
Old Business
Chairman Mark Amedee opened the floor for an update of the Coteau Bayou Blue Park. The cameras and internet are up and running, however we have electrical problems which are delaying us from opening the park. There is burnt wiring in the panels which feeds the electricity to the office and the restrooms. Contact has been made with both the architect and the contractor regarding the issue. The board discussed the severity and because this is an electrical emergency, a motion was made to (1) Contact the Architect, John Campo, (2) Contact Capitol Construction, giving both parties the opportunity of week to resolve or we will (3) Contact Legal to take action if there is no response by Tuesday October 8, 2024. On a motion by Peter Verret III seconded by Justin Ward carried with all others present in favor of contacting the Architect and Capitol Construction regarding the electrical issue and giving a response deadline of October 8, 2024, before consulting legal representation.
(Motion #03-093024)
Yes: Mark Amedee, Peter Verret III, Timothy Ward, Shaun Meche, Justin Ward
No: N/A
Chairman Mark Amedee opened the floor for discussion on the Status of Hurricane Ida repairs applied toward State Act 403. This item was discussed but no motion was made.
New Business
Chairman Mark Amedee opened the floor for discussion of the Republic Services Settlement Check. The settlement with Republic Services for the damage to the Coteau-Bayou Blue Park entrance sign is complete. A check in the amount of $5,097.00 was received and deposited. On a motion by Shaun Meche seconded by Timothy Ward carried with all others present in favor accept the Republic Services settlement check.
(Motion #04-093024)
Yes: Mark Amedee, Peter Verret III, Timothy Ward, Shaun Meche, Justin Ward
No: N/A
Chairman Mark Amedee opened the floor for discussion of the Hurricane Francine damages. Our parks had trees down, signs, awning, and fence damage. We had a door blow open at one of our gyms and some missing shingles and a damaged ridge cap at the new park.
The Office Manager filed our initial claim for all facilities to the insurance company and the outside adjuster has already come do our inspections with the District Manager. Any additional damages we find will be submitted online.
Chairman Mark Amedee opened the floor for discussion of the Office Computer Equipment. New computer equipment was purchased for the office. We purchased a Panasonic Toughbook Laptop, Laptop docking station, (2) curved monitors and a Verizon Modem for internet use. The total cost of the equipment is $3674.11. On a motion by Shaun Meche seconded by Justin Ward carried with all other present in favor to accept the purchase of the computer equipment.
(Motion #05-093024)
Yes: Mark Amedee, Peter Verret III, Timothy Ward, Shaun Meche, Justin Ward
No: N/A
Chairman Mark Amedee opened the floor for discussion of the Putt-Putt / Concession Operations. On a motion by Justin Ward seconded by Peter Verret III carried with all others present to table until next meeting.
(Motion #06-093024)
Yes: Mark Amedee, Peter Verret III, Timothy Ward, Shaun Meche, Justin Ward
No: N/A
Managers Report
A managers report was presented but everything had already been discussed.
Board Comments
No board comments
The next Board meeting is set for 6:00 P.M. on October 28, 2024 @ Oakshire Gym. The meeting adjourned at 6:35pm. On a motion by _Peter Verret III_ seconded by Shaun Meche.
(Motion #07-093024)
Yes: Mark Amedee, Peter Verret III, Timothy Ward, Shaun Meche, Justin Ward
No: N/A
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Mark Amedee (President)
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Accountant
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