Legal Notice

TOWN OF MAMOU

REGULAR MEETING

JULY 8, 2026

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Town of Mamou met in regular session at their regular meeting place, the City Hall Meeting Room, on July 8, 2026 at 6 p.m.

THERE WERE PRESENT: Mayor Leisa Deshotel;

Board of Alderman members:

Derrell Thomas, Ricardo Goodley

Brook Chapman, Eugene Manuel,

Mamou Police Chief Patrick Hall,

Town Attorney Gregory Vidrine,

Town Employee Lori Logue

THERE WERE ABSENT: Chester Granger, Jr., Town Clerk

Following the opening prayer and recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, the meeting was duly convened by Honorable Leisa Deshotel, Mayor, who announced that the Board was ready for the transaction of business.

It was moved by Derrell Thomas, second by Eugene Manuel to approve and adopt the proceedings of the regular meeting on June 10, 2026, as submitted.

Motion carries unanimously.

A Police Activity Report was then presented by Mamou Police Chief Charles Patrick Hall. The report noted a total of 7 arrest made; 63 citations issued; 7 accidents and 9989 miles logged during patrols and other activities for the prior monthly period.

Chief Charles Patrick Hall had no personnel recommendations for consideration by the board.

Town Clerk, Chester Granger, Jr. was absent so the financial reports with comparison to Budget Actual provided to Board members for review were not discussed. The council were instructed to contact Town Clerk Chester Granger, Jr. if they had any questions.

Chief Charles Patrick Hall addressed the board pertaining to the renewal of the ACI Rental Agreement for radars.

It was moved by Brook Chapman, second by Derrell Thomas to approve the renewal of the ACI Rental Agreement and to enter into a contract for 36 months at the rate of $177.39 for two radars.

Motion carries unanimously.

Annie Dillard, Acadian Ambulance area supervisor, addressed the board and provided updates on calls and response times throughout Evangeline Parish.

Mayor Deshotel addressed the board concerning the Proposed Ordinance 03-2025 to sale 16.5 acres of property near the walking park.

It was moved by Derrell Thomas, second by Ricardo Goodley to accept the proposed ordinance.

Alderman Brook Chapman abstained from voting on this issue.

Motion carries.

Upon discussion, it was moved by Derrell Thomas, second by Robin Young to proceed with proposed ordinance 03-2025 for the sale of 16.5 acres of property near the walking park. A public hearing will be held on August 12, 2026 at 5:45 p.m.

Motion carries unanimously.

It was moved by Brook Chapman, second by Derrell Thomas, to consider an item not included on the agenda allowing the board to address the rental agreement ordinance of the Mamou Recreational Complex. Alderman Brook Chapman stated that he felt the rental of the Mamou Recreational Complex was too costly for this area. He stated that he had spoken with neighboring municipalities and learned that the cost of renting in those municipalities was considerably lower than the rental of the Mamou Recreational Complex. Mayor Deshotel explained the rental differences between a private party rental and an event rental. He asked the board to consider lowering the rent to $850.00 across the board because he felt the current rental amount was a burden on the community. The council was informed that the lowering of the rental must be done by Ordinance. No action taken.He asked the board to consideration He as

Following an opportunity for public comment, it was then moved by Derrell Thomas, second by Brook Chapman that there being no further business, the meeting be adjourned.

Motion carried unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 6:24 p.m.

APPROVED: ATTESTED:

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Leisa Deshotel Chester Granger, Jr.

Mayor Clerk

082026

Cost is $135.00