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Public Notices: Saturday, April 12th, 2008

Public & Legal Notices may be submitted to us at legals@franklinsun.com.

Public Notices Published Saturday, April 12th, 2008

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MOTION: Mr. Jessie Young SECOND: Mr. Richard Kelly
YEAS: Mr. Tim Eubanks, Mrs. Dorothy Brown, Mr.Eddie Ray Bryan, Mr. Ronnie Hatton, Mr. Jessie Young and Mr. Richard Kelly.
NAYS: None
ABSENT AND/OR NOT VOTING: Mrs. Louise Johnson
The Motion was approved.
Dr. Lanny Johnson, Sec.-Treas. Mr. Eddie Ray Bryan, President
Franklin Parish School Board Franklin Parish School Board
MOTION: Mr. Jesse Young SECOND: Mr. Richard Kelly
MOTION TO APPROVE SCHOOL 2008-2009 SCHOOL CALENDAR
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0011
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve the 2008-2009 School Calendar as presented.
2008-2009 SCHOOL CALENDAR
FRANKLIN PARISH SCHOOLS
SCHEDULED DAYS FOR TEACHERS - 174.5 STUDENTS 171
School begins (8:00 a.m., Teachers Only) Monday, August 18 - 19, 2008
Classes begin for students (Session Day 1) Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Classes end for students Thursday, May 21, 2009
School Ends (No students, Teachers only)
Friday, May 22, 2009
END OF STUDENT GRADING PERIODS:
(171 days)
1st grading pd.: Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 (27 days)
2nd grading pd.: Friday, Nov. 7, 2008 (28.5 days)
3rd grading pd.: Friday, Jan. 9, 2009 (29.5 days)
4th grading pd.: Friday, Feb. 20, 2009 (28 days)
5th grading pd.: Friday, April 3, 2009 (30 days)
6th grading pd.: Thursday, May 21, 2009 (28 days)
08/15/2008 08:00 - 12:00 All New Teachers Orientation - Central Office ††
Staff Development Dates: August 18 - 19, 2008
08/18/2008 08:00 - 12:00 Winnsboro Elem. School (All parish teachers & staff)
12:00- 01:00 Lunch
01:30 - 03:00† Report to assigned schools
08/19/2008 08:00 - 03:00 Schools (All teachers & staff)
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HOLIDAYS AND TEACHER WORKSHOPS:
1. INDEPENDENCE DAY (12 month employees)July 3 & 4, 2008 (Thursday & Friday)
2.LABOR DAY Monday, September 1, 2008
3.PARENT/TEACHER DAY (1/2 day for students)Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Early dismissal for students: All schools will dismiss at 1:00 p.m., Wed., Oct. 1, 2008 for students. All personnel will work their regular work schedule. Classes will resume on Thurs. Oct. 2, 2008.
4. ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November 4, 2008
5.THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY November 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 2008
Schools will dismiss at regular time on Fri., Nov. 21, 2008 and resume on Mon., Dec. 1, 2008.
6.CHRISTMAS December 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 2008 & January 1, 2, 2009
School will dismiss at 12:00 p.m., on Friday, Dec. 19, 2008 and resume on Monday, Jan. 5, 2009
7.MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR., DAY Monday, January 19, 2009
Schools will dismiss at regular time Fri., Jan. 16, 2009 and resume on Tues., Jan. 20, 2009.
8.PRESIDENT’S DAY Monday, February 16, 2009
Schools will dismiss at regular time on Fri., Feb. 13, 2009 and resume on Tues., Feb. 17, 2009.
9.EASTER & SPRING BREAK April 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 2009
Schools will dismiss at regular time on Fri., April 3, 2009 and resume on Tues., April 14, 2009.
10. TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEKMay 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 2009
11.STUDENT’S LAST DAY Thursday, May 21, 2009
12.TEACHER WORK DAY (No students)Friday, May 22, 2009
No students. Teachers and all staff will report to work at 8:00 a.m.
13.MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY (12 month employees) Monday, May 25, 2009
MOTION: Mr. Richard Kelly SECOND: Mrs. Dorothy Brown
All members present approved.
MOTION TO APPROVE FOLEY & JUDELL, ATTORNEYS DRAW UP PAPER WORK FOR 4.45 MILLAGE RENEWAL FOR JULY 19, 2008 ELECTION DATE
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0012
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve to have Foley & Judell, Attorneys draw up paper work for the 4.45 millage renewal to run for a 10 year period for July 19, 2008 election date.
MOTION:Mr. Jesse Young SECOND: Mrs. Dorothy Brown
All members present approved.
MOTION TO APPROVE SUPPLEMENT PAY FOR LASBO CERTIFICATION
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0013
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve supplemental pay for personnel in the business office who is LASBO certified as listed.
Certified Louisiana School Business Administrator (Must be in position for 7 years)
Certified Louisiana School Business Officer (Must be in position for 5 years)
Certified Louisiana School Business Specialist (Must be in position 2 years)
Annual Supplement request: $1,000.00
Must have received award and a copy of certificate be maintained in the personnel file. Must be recertified every three years or as stipulated by LASBO guidelines. Any person in the Business Department of the Franklin parish School Board is encouraged to pursue continuing education and training courses which will better enable them to do their job to the best of their ability.
MOTION: Mr. Richard Kelly SECOND: Mrs. Dorothy Brown
All members present approved.
Motion was made for a 7 period day schedule at Franklin Parish High School. Several teachers from the High School spoke in defense of keeping the block schedule. Two people spoke in defense of the 7 period day schedule.
MOTION TO CONSIDER 7 PERIOD DAY SCHEDULE AT FRANKLIN PARISH HIGH SCHOOL
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0014
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve the 7 period day schedule at Franklin Parish High School. This was the Superintendentís recommendation. A roll call vote was taken.
MOTION:Mr. Jesse Young SECOND: Mrs. Dorothy Brown
YEAS: Mrs. Dorothy Brown, Mr. Ronnie Hatton, Mr. Jesse Young, Mr. Richard Kelly, Mr. Eddie Ray Bryan
NAYS: Mr. Tim Eubanks
ABSENT AND/OR NOT VOTING: Mrs. Louise Johnson
The motion was approved.
Dr. Lanny Johnson, Sec.-Treas. Mr. Eddie Ray Bryan, President
Franklin Parish School Board Franklin Parish School Board
MOTION TO CONSIDER SELLING AT & T RIGHT OF WAY AT NATUREíS ACRES
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0015
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve to sell a 30 foot by 30 foot right of way at Natureís Acres for AT & T in the amount of $2,500.00.
MOTION: Mr. Tim Eubanks SECOND: Mr. Jesse Young
All members present approved.
MOTION TO CONSIDER QUOTE ON ASBESTOS ABATEMENT WORK
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0016
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve the lowest quote from Gill Industries at a price of $61,251.00 for asbestos abatement work at Franklin Parish High School.
MOTION: Mr. Jesse Young SECOND: Mr. Ronnie Hatton
All members present approved.
MOTION TO APPROVE BIDS ON SALE OF SURPLUS SCHOOL BUSES
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0017
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve the high bids on the sale of surplus school buses as listed.
Bus #1 - Elvie Barlow - $410.00
Bus #2 -Ricky Reeves - 555.55
Bus # 3 - Junior Jones - 569.00
Bus # 4 - Elvie Barlow - 310.00
Bus #5 - Elvie Barlow - 310.00
Bus # 6 - Elvie Barlow - 310.00
Bus # 7 - Elvie Barlow - 310.00
Bus # 8 - Ted Coleman - 400.00
MOTION: Mr. Tim Eubanks SECOND: Mr. Jesse Young
All members present approved.
MOTION TO APPROVE BIDS ON SALE OF SURPLUS TRUCKS
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0018
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve the high bids on the sale of surplus trucks.
Truck # 9 - Junior Jones 429.00
Truck # 10 - Deacue Fields - 700.00
MOTION: Mr. Jesse Young SECOND: Mrs. Dorothy Brown
All members present approved.
MOTION TO CONSIDER SALE OF SURPLUS BUILDING
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0019
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve the high bid on the sale of the surplus building located at Wisner Early Childhood Center to Dale Mason for $1,625.02.
MOTION:Mrs. Dorothy Brown SECOND: Mr. Jesse Young
All members present approved.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Dr. Lanny Johnson reported to the Board on the judgment made in the lawsuit McManus vs FPSB (sales tax lawsuit) in favor of the Franklin Parish School Board. This money can now be put back into the School Board’s budget. All court cost has been assessed back to Ms. McManus. Dr. Johnson said that board attorney, Jon Guice did a great job. Dr. Johnson mentioned a few things that is upcoming in the special session of the Legislator, Gov. Jindall is proposing vouchers. Dr. Johnson believes this the first of many proposals by Gov. Jindall that is not in keeping with public schools. You will see merit pay, performance pay, and charter schools. There is a 1.1 billion dollar surplus to be spent. Dr. Johnson is hoping for a one time monies from the Governor. Dr. Johnson also heard there may be a cut in the MPF.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
President Eddie Ray Bryan mentioned that Mrs. Dorothy Brown has been to the State School Board Convention. He asked that she report on that. Mrs. Brown said that the convention was very informative. She gave each Board Member a copy of the proceedings that took place in the early bird session. There were 2 -1/2 days of good convention. Dr. Johnson said that Mrs. Brown is on the Board of Directors for the School Board. Mr. Bryan wanted to bring up about the state insurance is not being accepted in some doctorís office. Another concern was on sick leave. Support personnel can not get extended sick leave. This is a state law.
MOTION TO CONSIDER INSTRUCTIONAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL MATTERS
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0020
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve the instructional and support personnel matters as listed.
INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL
NEW HIRES
Name School Position Effect. Date Reason
Evans, Lora Fort Necessity Reg. Ed. tea 02.25.08 Replace W. Ashley
TRANSFER
Name School Position Effect. Date
Wallace, Frances From Fort to WES Teacher 02.15.08
SUPPORT PERSONNEL
RESIGNATIONS
Name School Position Effect. Date Reason
Burns, Chandra Crowville Sp. Ed. Para 02.25.08
Jackson, Janie Head Start Bus monitor 02.26.08
Bus drivers from contract to parish routes
Name School Position Effect. Date Reason
Couch, Marla WES Bus Rt. 44 03.03.08 From contract to parish
Douglas, William Gilbert Bus Rt. 72 03.03.08 From contract to parish
Powell, Mary WES Bus Rt. 23 03.03.08 From contract to parish
Reeves, Steven Gilbert Bus Rt. 74 03.03.08 From contract to parish
Rose, Henry WES Bus Rt. 12 03.03.08 From contract to parish
Smith, Greg Baskin Bus Rt. 13 03.03.08 From contract to parish
DONATION OF SICK DAYS
DONOR DONEE # OF DAYS
Marchand, Toni Saucier, John 10
Marchand, Toni Shirley, James 10
Marchand, Toni Wilson, Madge 10
SUBSTITUTES
Name School Position Effect. Date
Bennett, Tracey WES Sub. tea 01.01.08
Bowen,Martha Parish-wide Sub. caft. 02.15.08
Scott, Lenette WES Sub. tea 02.08.08
Hitt, Keisha Parish-wide Sub. bus aide 03.01.08
Jones, Lanequa Baskin, Crow, WES, FPHS Sub. tea 03.04.08
Miller, Jerome Parish-wide Sub. bus driver 02.01.08
Netherland, Katie Gilbert Sub. tea. 03.04.08
Permission to advertise for Para-professionals
MOTION: Mrs. Jesse Young SECOND: Mrs. Dorothy Brown
All members present approved
MOTION TO ADJOURN
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0021
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that there being no further business to discuss the meeting is adjourned.
MOTION: Mr. Richard Kelly SECOND: Mr. Jesse Young
All members present approved.
Dr. Lanny Johnson, Sec.-Treas. Mr. Eddie Ray Bryan, President
Franklin Parish School Board Franklin Parish School Board
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Winnsboro, Louisiana
March 31, 2008
The Franklin Parish School Board met for its regular scheduled agenda meeting on Monday, March 31, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. in the Franklin Parish School Board Complex conference room.
Present for the meeting were Mrs. Louise Johnson, Mr. Tim Eubanks, Mrs. Dorothy Brown, Mr. Eddie Ray Bryan, Mr. Ronnie Hatton, Mr. Jesse Young and Mr. Richard Kelly.
No board member was absent from the meeting.
President Eddie Ray Bryan called the meeting to order, Chaplain Richard Kelly led in prayer and President Bryan led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
FINAL AGENDA APPROVED
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0022
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that the Franklin Parish School Board approve the final agenda for the April 7, 2008 regular meeting as listed.
FRANKLIN PARISH SCHOOL BOARD COMPLEX
7293 PRAIRIE ROAD
WINNSBORO, LA 71295
AGENDA FOR
APRIL 7, 2008 at 5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER: President
INVOCATION: Chaplain
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: President
I. Approval of Agenda
II. Approval of minutes from March 4 and 31, 2008 meetings.
III. Recognition of Visitors
Agricultural Extension Office Speaker
IV. Business
A. Consider payment of monthly invoices. (Whitten)
B. Consider update on Employee Tobacco Use Policy. (Whitten)
C. Consider amending lease on Section 21 at Turkey Creek. (Johnson)
D. Consider bid for Franklin Parish High School renovations. (Johnson)
E. To consider and take action with respect to calling a special election to be held in Franklin Parish School District of the Parish of Franklin, State of Louisiana, to authorize the continuation of a special tax therein; making application to the State Bond Commission in connection therewith; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. (Renewal of 4.45 mills property tax on July 19, 2008.) (Johnson)
V. Superintendent’s Report
VI. President’s Report
VII. Approval of Personnel
A. Consider instructional and support personnel matters.
VIII. Adjourn
MOTION: Mrs. Louise Johnson SECOND: Mrs. Dorothy Brown
All members present approved.
MOTION TO ADJOURN
ORDINANCE # 2008-03-0023
BE IT ORDAINED, ETC., that there being no further business to discuss the meeting is adjourned.
MOTION: Mr. Jesse Young SECOND: Mrs. Dorothy Brown
All members present approved.
Dr. Lanny Johnson, Sec.-Treas. Mr. Eddie Ray Bryan, President
Franklin Parish School Board Franklin Parish School Board
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SHERIFF’S SALE
United States of America, Rural Development, United States Department of Agriculture
Vs. No. 39,965
Linda Faye Williams
State of Louisiana
Parish of Franklin
Fifth District Court
By virtue of a writ of SEIZURE AND SALE, to me directed by the honorable Fifth District Court of Louisiana, in and for the Parish of Franklin, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the front door of the Courthouse, in the City of Winnsboro, Franklin Parish, La., on Wednesday the 23rd day of April A.D., 2008, within legal hours beginning at 10:00 a.m., the following described property, to-wit:
LOT 5 OF BLOCK 3 OF THE RE-SURVEY OF EVADALE SUBDIVISION, WINNSBORO, LOUISIANA, AS PER SLIDE NUMBER 78-B, PLAT BOOK “A”, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN PARISH, LOUISIANA, WHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF 814 KENNON DRIVE, WINNSBORO, LOUISIANA 71295.
Seized in this above style suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Steve E. Pylant, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
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SHERIFF’S SALE
United States of America, Rural Development, United States Department of Agriculture
Vs. No. 39,964
Paul Edward Scott
State of Louisiana
Parish of Franklin
Fifth District Court
By virtue of a writ of SEIZURE AND SALE, to me directed by the honorable Fifth District Court of Louisiana, in and for the Parish of Franklin, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the front door of the Courthouse, in the City of Winnsboro, Franklin Parish, La., on Wednesday the 23rd day of April A.D., 2008, within legal hours beginning at 10:00 a.m., the following described property, to-wit:
LOT 16 AND 17 OF W.O. GWIN GLENDALE ADDITION, SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST, FRANKLIN PARISH, LOUISIANA, WHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF 926 ROBINSON CIRCLE, WINNSBORO, LOUISIANA 71295.
Seized in this above style suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Steve E. Pylant, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
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BID NOTICE
Sealed bids shall be received at the office of the Board of Commissioners of the Tensas Basin Levee District, P.O. Box 68, Rayville, LA 71269 and 708 Julia Street, Suite 101B, Courthouse building, Rayville, La. until 4:00 p.m., May 12, 2008 and 505 District Drive, Monroe, La. 71202-6862 until 9:30 a.m., May 13, 2008, at which time bids shall be publicly opened and read aloud for surface leasing for a five year period for hunting rights on the following:
FRANKLIN PARISH, LOUISIANA
N 1/2 of NW 1/4, Section 31, Township 13 North, Range 9 East Containing 80 acres more or less.
Ten percent (10%) term consideration must accompany each bid in the form of a Cashier’s Check or Money Order and will be subjected. A MINIMUM BID OF $10.00 PER ACRE IS REQUIRED. ALL BIDS OF A LESSER AMOUNT SHALL BE REJECTED.
Liability insurance in the amount of $1 million with the Tensas Basin Levee District named as insured shall be provided to the Tensas Basin Levee District.
Bids shall be sealed and identified on outside as a sealed bid. Any bid received after closing time shall be returned unopened.
The Tensas Baskin Levee District shall accept the highest responsible bid and reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality.
Virginia Caviness, Secretary
Harris Brown, President.
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NOTICE
Anyone having knowledge of or knowing the whereabouts of, Mercedie Chandler McDowell, please contact REID C. WOLLESON, Attorney at Law, 6658 Kinloch Street, Winnsboro, LA 71295, (318)435-7525.
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NOTICE
Anyone having knowledge of or knowing the whereabouts of, Jimmie Lee McDowell, please contact REID C. WOLLESON, Attorney at Law, 6658 Kinloch Street, Winnsboro, LA 71295, (318)435-7525.
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VILLAGE OF BASKIN
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
April 8, 2008
The Mayor and Council of the Village of Baskin met in a regular session on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. at the Village of Baskin Town Hall.
Present: Mayor Billy Joe Cupp, and Council Members Tammy Bozeman, Mike Ballard and Larry LaBorde.
Also present: Town Clerk and guests.
There being a quorum the meeting was called to order.
The pledge of allegiance and prayer were led by Mayor Billy Joe Cupp.
The Town Clerk read minutes from the previous meeting.
Larry LaBorde made a motion to accept minutes. Mike Ballard seconded. 3 yeas. 0 nays. 0 absent.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mayor Cupp opened and read the bids for the Mahindra Tractor, Bush Hog, finish mower and the GMC Maintenance Truck. The bid for the GMC Maintenance truck was awarded. Bid award for Mahindra Tractor and equipment has not been awarded due to a tie.
Joe Walters, Franklin Parish Sales Tax Collector, spoke to the issue of proposed House Bills 440, 442, and 453 pertaining to sales tax.
The Village of Baskin will be submitting a resolution opposing the proposed House Bills 440, 442, and 453 pertaining to sales tax.
Mike Ballard made a motion. Larry LaBorde seconded. 3 yeas. 0 nays. 0 absent.
The cash flow report was provided for the month of March.
Permission was granted to pay all bills.
Larry LaBorde made a motion. Mike Ballard seconded. 3 yeas. 0 nays. 0 absent.
Mayor Cupp introduced Tammy Bozemen as the newly appointed alderman filling the vacancy.
Mayor Cupp introduced an Ordinance, Ordinance No. 03 of 2008 Amending the Village of Baskin’s Original Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, Section 2.1(b) Adding Section 2.1(c), Authority of Mayor and/or Magistrate Regarding Charges. This proposed Ordinance shall be considered for adoption at the Baskin Town Hall on May 13, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.
Mike Ballard made a motion. Tammy Bozeman seconded. 3 yeas. 0 nays. 0 absent.
OLD BUSINESS:
Two digital cameras have been purchased for the Police Department and Town Hall.
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
The cameras for the patrol units have been received.
Assistant Chief Don Moore requested that the Council consider hiring Jason Hawthorne as a part-time officer.
Larry LaBorde made a motion. Mike Ballard seconded. 3 yeas. 0 nays. 0 absent.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Smoke detectors have been installed in the homes of the residents of the Municipality.
April 21, 2008, 6:30 p.m., CPR classes will be held at the Baskin Volunteer Fire Station.
Open House will be held on April 26, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
FURTHER BUSINESS:
Electrical outlets will be installed at the Baskin Town Hall.
Larry LaBorde made a motion. Mike Ballard seconded. 3 yeas. 0 nays. 0 absent.
With no further business Larry LaBorde made a motion to adjourn. Tammy Bozeman seconded. 3 yeas. 0 nays. 0 absent.
Dani Dean, Town Clerk
Billy Joe Cupp, Mayor
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FRANKLIN PARISH FIRE DISTRICT 2
MEETING MINUTES
April 8, 2008
I. Call to order
Jack Dailey called to order the regular meeting of the Fire District 2 at 6:30 p.m. on April 8th in Fort Necessity.
II. Roll Call
John Woods conducted a roll call. The following person were present: Mark Ingram and Gerald Gilmore. Ricky Roberts was absent. Guests included Alan Dupuy, Joe Irwin, Johnny Trahern, and Curtis Roller.
III. Open issues
No open issues at this time.
IV. New business
a) Motion was made by John, seconded by Gerald to approve agenda. Motion was approved.
b) Motion was made by Mark, and seconded by John to accept finance report. Motion was approved.
c) John informed everyone that the USDA grant had been sent to the USDA home office for review. John also stated that everything was going well with the application.
d) John also informed the board that Curtis Roller with Fire Fighter Services had completed and submitted a FEMA grant for the district.
e) Curtis Roller with Fire Fighter Services gave an overview of his services that he could offer the district.
f) Motion was made by John, seconded by Gerald to hire Curtis Roller with Fire Fighter Services to apply for a forestry grant. The amount would be $350.00. Motion was approved.
g) The board authorized John Woods to consult with a third party about updating current service fee collection roll for the district.
h) Chief’s report was given. Liddieville fire dept. had responded to a large wild land fire on Hwy. 130. Fort station responded to a structure fire in Jigger.
i) There being no further business motion was made by John, seconded by Mark to adjourn the meeting. Motion was approved.
j) Franklin Parish Fire District 2 is an equal opportunity provider.
V. Adjournment
Jack Dailey adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m.
Minutes submitted by: John Woods Secretary
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Franklin Parish Police Jury is now accepting applications for the position of an experienced Grader Operator through April 30, 2008. Interested candidates may pick up applications between the hours of 7:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. at the Office of the Police Jury located inside the Franklin Parish Courthouse. The Franklin Parish Police Jury is an equal opportunity employer.
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
North Franklin Water Works, Inc.
Owner
P.O. Box 87, Crowville, LA 71230-0087
Address
Separate sealed bids for the construction of CONTRACT D-NEW GROUND STORAGE TANK, PROJECT NO. 07-11-497E, will be received by NORTH FRANKLIN WATER WORKS at the located at P.O. Box 87, CROWVILLE, LA 71230-0087, until 10:00 a.m. (Local Time) Tuesday, APRIL 29, 2008, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.
The Contract Documents may be examined at the following locations:
NORTH FRANKLIN WATER WORKS, INC
P.O. BOX 87
CROWVILLE, LA 71230
318-722-3589
MCMANUS CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
116 SMELSER ROAD
MONROE, LA 71202
318-343-5600
Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at the Issuing Office, MCMANUS CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. located at 116 SMELSER ROAD, MONROE, LA 71202 upon payment of $100.00 for each set, which includes $25.00 non-refundable handling fee and $25.00 reproduction cost. Contractor must pay all shipping costs.
This Project is classified as Municipal and Public Works.
NORTH FRANKLIN WATER WORKS, INC.
March 28, 2008
Date
Devon Goodman, President
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CROWVILLE FIRE DISTRICT
P.O. Box 297
Crowville, LA 71230
April 4, 2008
Minutes of meeting dated Friday, April 4, 2008, 7 p.m. at Crowville Fire Station.
Board members present: Kelly Clark, Dewayne Hendry, Don McDuffie and Don Middleton.
Absent: None.
Guest present: John Shelton, advisor.
Business before the Board:
1. The financial statement for March, 2008 and the year-to-date profit and loss statement were reviewed and approved with no changes.
2. The minutes of a special called meeting on Friday, March 21, 2008 concerning the opening of sealed bids for a new fire truck, were read and formally accepted.
3. An Addendum letter dated March 12, 2008 having to do with certain changes in specifications sent to bidders on new fire truck was read and formally approved. This letter was approved previously by board members by telephone.
4. Dewayne Hendry proposed that we accept the bid from Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., Holden, La., the low bid at $172,978.00. Don McDuffie second. The motion passed with no opposition and no abstention.
5. Crowville Fire District has secured an approval from the Louisiana Bonding Commission to borrow up to $60,000 through office of Wes Shafto, bonding attorney. Kelly Clark made the motion that we borrow the amount of money needed from the bank presenting the best items. Motion seconded by Don McDuffie, passed with no opposition and no abstention.
6. Don Middleton made the motion that the District borrow the needed funds on a 10 year term with no penalty for early payment. Motion seconded by Dewayne Hendry. Passed with no opposition and no abstention.
7. The Board recognized the need to notify certain principals of its decisions including the Franklin Parish Police Jury, the Bonding Attorney and the Federal Emergency Management Agency in addition to Ferrara Fire Apparatus.
No other business was acted on and the Board was adjourned.
Submitted by Don Middleton, Secretary-Treasurer.
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
TOWN OF WISNER
Owner
9530 NATCHEZ STREET, WISNER, LA 71378
Address
Separate sealed Bids for the construction of CONTRACT D - WATER TREATMENT PLANT, PROJECT NO. 06-08-474E will be received by TOWN OF WISNER at the office located at 9530 NATCHEZ STREET, WISNER, LA 71378 until 10:00 a.m., (Local Time) Tuesday, May 13, 2008 (year), and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.
The Contract Documents may be examined at the following locations:
TOWN OF WISNER
9530 NATCHEZ STREET
WISNER, LA 71378
318-724-6568
MCMANUS CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
SMELSER ROAD
MONROE, LA 71202
318-343-5600
Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at the Issuing Office, MCMANUS CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC., located at 116 SMELSER ROAD, MONROE, LA 71202 upon payment of $100.00 for each set, which includes $50.00 non-refundable printing cost. The Contractor must pay shipping cost.
This project is classified as Municipal and Public Works.
April 10, 2008
Date
TOWN OF WISNER
Allyn J. Luckett, Mayor
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
TOWN OF WISNER
Owner
P.O. Box 290, WISNER, LA 71378
Address
Separate sealed Bids for the construction of CONTRACT C - PAINTING ELEVATED TANK, PROJECT NO. 06-08-474E will be received by TOWN OF WISNER at the office located at 9530 NATCHEZ STREET, WISNER, LA 71378 until 10:00 a.m., (Local Time) Tuesday, May 13, 2008 (year), and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.
The Contract Documents may be examined at the following locations:
TOWN OF WISNER
9530 NATCHEZ STREET
WISNER, LA 71378
318-724-6568
MCMANUS CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
SMELSER ROAD
MONROE, LA 71202
318-343-5600
Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at the Issuing Office, MCMANUS CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC., located at 116 SMELSER ROAD, MONROE, LA 71202 upon payment of $100.00 for each set, which includes $50.00 non-refundable printing cost. The Contractor must pay shipping cost.
This project is classified as Municipal and Public Works.
April 10, 2008
Date
TOWN OF WISNER
Allyn J. Luckett, Mayor
4/16, 4/23, 4/30 3tb
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