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Public Notices: Wednesday, November 19th, 2008
Public Notices Published Wednesday, November 19th, 2008The following resolution was offered by Campbell and seconded by Parks:
RESOLUTION
A resolution approving the issuance, sale and delivery of $86,042 of Certificates of Indebtedness, Series 2008, of Franklin Parish Fire Protection District No. 2, State of Louisiana.
WHEREAS, Franklin Parish Fire Protection District No. 2, State of Louisiana, adopted a resolution on October 14, 2008 authorizing the issuance of Certificates of Indebtedness, Series 2008 of the District (the “Certificates”) for the purpose of acquiring and purchasing a fire pumper truck and other fire fighting equipment for the District; and
WHEREAS, the District has requested that this Police Jury approve the issuance, sale and delivery of said Certificates; and
WHEREAS, as required by Article VI, Section 15 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, it is not the desire of this Police Jury to approve the issuance of said Certificates of the District;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Franklin, State of Louisiana, that:
SECTION 1. In compliance with the provisions of Article VI, Section 15 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, and in accordance with the request of the Board of Commissioners of Franklin Parish Fire Protection District No. 2, State of Louisiana, this Police Jury hereby approves the issuance, sale and delivery of $86,024 of Certificates of Indebtedness, Series 2008, of Franklin Fire Protection District No. 2, State of Louisiana, pursuant to the provisions of the resolution adopted by said Board of Commissioners on October 14, 2008, said Certificates to be secured by and payable from a pledge of the excess annual revenues of the District above necessary, statutory and usual charges as authorized by La. R.S. 33:2921-2925 of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority.
SECTION 2. The Parish of Franklin and this Police Jury shall not be liable in any manner for the payment of said Certificates, and no funds of the Parish or the Police Jury shall be pledged to the payment thereof.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
MEMBER YEA NAY ABSENT ABSTAINING
Ricky Campbell X
K.W. Parks X
Ray Young X
Troy Hendry X
Roy Scott X
Harvey Guimbellot X
Jackie Johnson X
And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 13th day of November, 2008.
/s/ Johnnie L. Wesley /s/ Harvey Guimbellot
Secretary President
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TOWN OF WISNER
Regular Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008
LEGAL MINUTES
The Town Council of Wisner met in regular session on Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wisner Town Hall.
Present: Mayor Allyn Jean Luckett, Thomas Moore, Nettie B. Brown, Marc McCarty and Bobby Blount.
Also present: Town Clerk, Police Chief and guests.
Absent: Thomas Lemle.
There being a quorum the meeting was called to order by Mayor Luckett.
The invocation was led by Bobby Blount.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Marc McCarty.
Motion was made by Marc McCarty to amend the agenda and put the Bond Ordinance before other business. Seconded by Nettie B. Brown. Motion carried.
Alan Offner offered an explanation on the Bond Ordinance for the Water System Improvement Project. Nettie B. Brown made a motion to adopt the Bond Ordinance. Seconded by Thomas Moore. Bond Ordinance adopted.
Motion by Nettie B. Brown to approve the minutes from previous month. Marc McCarty seconded. Motion carried.
The financial reports and expenditures were provided for the month of September.
Mayor Luckett asked permission to pay all bills.
Bobby Blount made a motion to approve the financial reports and pay all bills. Nettie B. Brown seconded. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mayor Luckett informed the council that a Capital Outlay request had been made for construction of the community center.
Motion was made by Marc McCarty to approve the capital outlay request. Seconded by Bobby Blount. Motion carried.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS:
POLICE DEPT.
Chief Billy Cureington announced that the walking trail will be dedicated to Bill “Putt” Linder on October 10, 2008, at 10 a.m., and that everyone is invited.
Billy Cureington asked to hire Donald Kincaid as a full time salaried officer.
Motion by Bobby Blount to hire Donald Kincaid for a full time position. Marc McCarty seconded. Motion carried.
FIRE DEPT.
Council was informed that flyers were put out asking for volunteer fire fighters.
No report was given for the Water Work and Maintenance Department.
Nettie B. Brown made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Marc McCarty. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned.
Clarice Collins, CMC Allyn Jean Luckett, Mayor
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Franklin Parish Police Jury
Special Meeting
October 31, 2008 @ 2:00 P.M.
The Franklin Parish Police Jury met in special session on the 31st day of October, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. in the Police Jury meeting room, Courthouse Building, Winnsboro, Louisiana with the following Jurors present: Honorable Harvey Guimbellot, Jackie Johnson, K.W. “Buddy” Parks, Ricky Campbell, and Troy Hendry.
Motion by Campbell and seconded by Parks to approve the agenda. Unanimously approved.
Motion by Campbell and seconded by Hendry to adopt a resolution authorizing Sam Wiggins, Treasurer name to be on signature card for all Franklin Parish Police Jury account and authorize the signature of Harvey Guimbellot, Parish President and Johnnie Wesley, Parish Secretary on all Franklin Parish Police Jury accounts at Franklin State Bank. Unanimously approved.
Motion by Parks and seconded by Johnson to waive sewer discharge for Ricky Campbell into Dummy Line Road ditch. Unanimously approved.
Motion by Campbell and seconded by Parks authorizing David Doughty to send letter to individual on Lishman Road concerning obstruction on road. Unanimously approved.
There being no further business to discuss on a motion by Campbell and seconded by Parks the meeting was unanimously approved adjourned.
/s/ Johnnie Wesley,
Parish Secretary Franlin Parish Police Jury
/s/ Harvey Guimbellot, Parish President, Franklin Parish Police Jury
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOVEMBER 17, 2008
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana will consider the adoption of an ordinance bearing the title:
An Ordinance providing for the levy within the City of Winnsboro, Parish of Franklin, State of Louisiana, effective January 1, 2009, of a one-half percent (.5%) sales and use tax (the “Tax”) upon the sale at retail, the use, the lease or rental, the consumption, and the storage for use or consumption, of tangible personal property and upon the sale of services in said City, levying and providing for the assessment, collection, payment and dedication of the proceeds of such Tax and the purpose for which the proceeds of the Tax may be expended, such Tax having been authorized at a special election held in the City on November 4, 2008.
and that a public hearing will be held on November 21, 2008, at 7:30 AM at the Winnsboro City Hall, 3814 Front Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, to consider the adoption of said ordinance.
Roxy Fletcher
City Clerk
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOVEMBER 17, 2008
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana will consider the adoption of an ordinance bearing the title:
An Ordinance of the City of Winnsboro, Parish of Franklin, State of Louisiana imposing and levying a tax of two percent (2%) upon the rental or fee charged for the occupancy of hotel rooms, motel rooms within the City of Winnsboro, providing for the collection and enforcement of said tax; providing for the effective date of the tax; and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
and that a public hearing will be held on November 21, 2008, at 7:30 AM at the Winnsboro City Hall, 3814 Front Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, to consider the adoption of said ordinance.
Roxy Fletcher
City Clerk
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 20, 2008
6:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, met in regular session on Monday, October 20, 2008, at 6:00 PM at the Winnsboro City Court, 1308 Cornell Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, with Mayor Jack Hammons presiding.
Pledge led by Mayor Jack Hammons
Prayer led by Richard Mahoney
Aldermen present: Richard Mahoney, John Dumas, Betty Johnson, Craig Gill, Rex McCarthy
Absent: None
Motion by Gill, second by Johnson to approve the minutes of the regular session held on September 15, 2008 and special called meeting held on October 10, 2008. Unanimously approved.
WYMAN ROAD RESIDENTS:
City Attorney, Tab Singer, gave an update on the proposed contract with the City of Winnsboro Water System and the residents on Wyman Road. There will be a $500.00 connection fee and a monthly charge of $11.00 per account in addition to the regular charge for water usage based on the number of gallons used each month. Motion by McCarthy, second by Mahoney and unanimously approved to authorize Mayor Hammons to sign all necessary documentation to proceed with this project.
BIDS ON COMMUNITY CENTER RENOVATIONS:
Motion by Gill, second by McCarthy and unanimously approved to authorize Mayor Hammons to advertise for bids on the Community Center Renovation Project.
ZONING ON MOORE STREET:
The Zoning Commission requested the Mayor and Board of Aldermen to consider the extension of a B3 zone on property located on Moore Street owned by Northeast Louisiana Power Cooperative. After a discussion a motion was made by Gill, seconded by Mahoney and unanimously approved to table this matter.
UPDATE ON CONDEMNED PROPERTY:
Mark Whitney gave an updated report on the progress of demolition on condemned property located in the City. Jerry Thomas appeared and asked for another extension of time to repair his property. Motion by Dumas, second by Gill and unanimously approved to allow Mr. Thomas until 4:00 PM on November 4, 2008, to complete his repairs and that will include all inspections by the City. If it is not completed and inspected by this time the structure will be demolished.
VETERANS DAY:
Craig Gill requested that the Mayor and Board of Aldermen make Veteran’s Day an official holiday for all City of Winnsboro employees. Motion by Gill, second by Johnson and unanimously approved.
FIRE CHIEF MONTHLY REPORT:
Chief Truman Welch was unable to attend but made available to the Board a monthly activity report for the City of Winnsboro Fire Department. Motion by Mahoney, second by Johnson to accept the report as given. Unanimously approved.
POLICE CHIEF MONTHLY REPORT:
Chief Lester Thomas did not appear at the meeting and no monthly activity reports were available.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS:
Motion by Gill, second by McCarthy to accept the monthly financial reports. Unanimously approved.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no more business to come before the board at this time, a motion was made by Gill, second by Mahoney and unanimously approved that the meeting be adjourned.
Roxy Fletcher Jack Hammons
City Clerk Mayor
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
OCTOBER 10, 2008
7:30 AM
CALL TO ORDER
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, met in a special called meeting on Friday, October 10, 2008, at 7:30 AM at Winnsboro City Hall, 3814 Front Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, with Mayor Jack Hammons presiding.
Aldermen present: Richard Mahoney, John Dumas, Rex McCarthy
Absent: Betty Johnson, Craig Gill
HIRING OF POLICE OFFICER:
Motion by McCarthy, second by Dumas, to hire, upon the recommendation of Chief Thomas, Alvis Lee as a police officer for the City of Winnsboro Police Department.
Yeas: Dumas, McCarthy
Nays: Mahoney
Absent: Gill, Johnson
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no more business to come before the board at this time, a motion was made by Dumas, second by McCarthy and unanimously approved that the meeting be adjourned.
Roxy Fletcher Jack Hammons
City Clerk Mayor
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VILLAGE OF GILBERT
ORDINANCE NO. 306
AN ORDINANCE FOR THE REMOVAL OF TRASH CANS FROM RIGHT OF WAY:
NOTE: TRASH CANS MAY BE PUT OUT FOR PICKUP NO EARLIER THAN 12 NOON THE DAY BEFORE AND REMOVED NO LATER THAN 12 NOON THE DAY AFTER NORMAL PICK-UP.
WILL BE A $25.00 (TWENTY-FIVE DOLLAR) FINE IF TRASH CAN IS NOT REMOVED FROM RIGHT OF WAY.
BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of Alderman of the Village of Gilbert, Louisiana, convened in regular session on November 13, 2008, that an ordinance for the removal of trash cans from right of way, with note attached.
Said ordinance having been introduced on the 9th day of October, 2008, notice of public hearing having been published, said public hearing having been held, the title having been read and the ordinance considered, on a motion by Kay Dunaway, seconded by Louis Ezell, to adopt the ordinance, a recorded vote was taken and the following result was had:
Yeas: Kay Dunaway, Leo Miller, Louis Ezell.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Any ordinance or parts of ordinance in conflict with this ordinance, to the extent of that conflict, are hereby repealed.
Diane Parker, Clerk
Mike Stephens, Mayor
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VILLAGE OF GILBERT
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Alderman of the Village of Gilbert, Louisiana, will consider the adoption of Ordinance #307, 308, & 309 bearing the title:
ORDINANCE NO. 307
An Ordinance requiring a permit for use of municipal property for business operations in the Village of Gilbert; requiring the provision of certain information prior to issuance of such permit; and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
ORDINANCE NO. 308
An Ordinance setting the franchise fee to be paid by those entities providing cable or video service within the Village of Gilbert municipal limits under a state-granted franchise authority and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
ORDINANCE NO. 309
An Ordinance requiring the payment of public, educational, governmental access programming support to the Village of Gilbert by cable or video service providers operating within the Village of Gilbert municipal limits under a state-issued certificate of franchise authority and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
And that a public hearing will be held at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Alderman of the Village of Gilbert to be held on December 11, 2008 at 6:30 p.m., to consider the adoption of said ordinances.
Diane Parker, Clerk
Mike Stephens, Mayor
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FRANKLIN PARISH POLICE JURY
PUBLIC BID NOTICE
The Franklin Parish Police Jury will accept bids up to and including 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 9, 2008 in the Police Jury Conference Room, Courthouse Building, Winnsboro, Louisiana on the following:
BRIDGE MATERIAL: Must be available for immediate accessibility and meet or exceed state specifications being of #1 grade.
CULVERTS: Must meet or exceed state specifications and be of #1 grade. Black corrugated culverts must meet ASHTO standards M-252 & M-294.
GRAVEL: (MAINTENANCE ROCK (GOOD GRADE 50% SIZE 1" TO 1 1/2"), PITRUN - RED CLAY, SELECT PITRUN (45 TO 50% METAL NOT EXCEEDING 10PI), DIRT, SAND, C-1, 2-3, RIP RAP): Should include individual prices, both picked up at plant, delivered to Parish Road Barn or any road. Fees per ton or yard mile or flat rate to haul to any road within the boundaries of Franklin Parish will be considered in the overall product price. Mileage from Pit/Plant to Parish Road Barn should be noted on bid and will be considered in the selection process. Bid form must include point of origin.
OIL, GREASES, UNLEADED GASOLINE, OFF-ROAD DIESEL AND ON-ROAD DIESEL: (Brand name must be specified).
MOSQUITO FOGGING PRODUCTS / SERVICE AND SUPPORT / TRAINING: Must include chemical, price per gallon and per case, offer service and support on ultra-low volume equipment, mosquito certification, must be non-restricted use, must have No 100 ft. aquatic setback.
DIRT CONTRACTOR BIDS: INCLUDE PRICE per yard based on distance and price per hour.
ASPHALT PRODUCTS: (HOT MIX, COLD MIX, CRS-2, SS-1, AEP, CRS-2P, MC-70, MC-30) Price picked up at plant, price delivered to any parish road or Parish Barn. (Bid form not provided for hot mix or cold mix).
SOIL CEMENT: Include price per ton or yard, freight, spreading, environmental, etc. (Bid form not provided)
GRADER BLADES: 1/2"x6"x7' WITH 5/8" plow holes (Bid form not provided).
GARBAGE CARTS: (Bid form not provided)
BIDDER MUST USE BID FORM IF ONE IS PROVIDED. BIDS SHALL BE SEALED AND THE ITEM BEING BID ON SHALL BE CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE ENVELOPE. BIDS RECEIVED AFTER THE SPECIFIC TIME SHALL BE RETURNED TO THE BIDDER UNOPENED.
ALL BIDS AWARDED WILL REQUIRE A SIGNED CONTRACT.
BIDDER MUST INDICATE METHOD OF CALCULATING AND JUSTIFYING INCREASE OR DECREASE IN MATERIAL COST.
All bids shall be for a minimum time of six (6) months, January 1, 2009 through July 1, 2009. All bidders shall state the length of time on the bid.
Bid specifications and bid forms may be picked up at the Police Jury Office, 6558 Main Street, Courthouse Building, Winnsboro, La. between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding any holidays.
The Franklin Parish Police Jury reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids. Greg Humphries, Parish Superintendent (cell 318-439-0193 or Road Barn 318-435-9429.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICE OF CONSERVATION
INJECTION AND MINING DIVISION
In accordance with the laws of the State of Louisiana and the particular reference to the provisions of La R.S. 30:4, and the provisions of Statewide Order No. 29-B (LAC 43:XIX.Subpart 1) as amended and adopted by the Office of Conservation of the State of Louisiana,
PERRYVILLE GAS STORAGE LLC
THREE RIVERWAY, SUITE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77056
713-350-6884
has applied to the Office of Conservation, Injection and Mining Division for a permit to operate a subsurface injection well to dispose of saltwater generated through the creation of a solution-mined salt cavern. The assigned application number is 30011.
The well is proposed to be in Section 24, Township 15N, Range 8E, Turkey Creek Field, Franklin Parish, Louisiana. The proposed well is identified as the:
PGS SWD WELL No. 001.
Subsurface disposal of saltwater is proposed to occur within an injection zone from approximately 2,050' to 3,400'. Initial perforations are proposed from approximately 2,070 to 3,380'. The saltwater for disposal will be generated from the solution mining of salt in the Perryville salt dome.
The application is available for inspection from 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Monday through Friday in the Injection and Mining Division Office, Rm. 817, LaSalle Building, 617 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802.
Interested parties may request a public hearing or submit written comments on the application. Such requests must be received in the Injection and Mining Division by 4:30 p.m., no later than 15 days from the date of the publication. Please reference the application number on all correspondence. Correspondence may be submitted by e-mail to injection-mining@la.gov, by fax to 225-242-3441, or by mail to:
Office of Conservation Injection & Mining Division
PO Box 94275
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9275
Information concerning the application may be obtained by calling 225-342-5515 or by the methods stated above.
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CROWVILLE FIRE DISTRICT
PO BOX 297
CROWVILLE, LA 71230
NOVEMBER 6, 2008
Minutes of meeting dated Thursday, November 6, 2008, 7:30 A.M., at Crowville Fire Station
Board members present: Kelly Clark, Don Middleton & Colby Peppers.
Guests present: John Shelton
Business before the Board:
1. Budget for 2008 was amended to reflect changes due to purchase of new fire truck utilizing FEMA grant, bank loan from Franklin State Bank and Fire District reserve funds. Motion to adopt the amended budget proposed by Don Middleton, second by Colby Peppers, motion approved with no opposition.
2. District Asset List was discussed by the Board. The District CPA has recommended that the List be reviewed and purged of out-dated assets and that the Board adopt a minimum value for items to be listed as an asset. Colby Peppers made the motion that the list be purged and that the minimum value be set at $1000.00. Don Middleton seconded motion. After some discussion, the motion carried with no opposition. Colby Peppers and Don Middleton were assigned to purge the list with subsequent review by Board.
3. Board notified that Ms. Rayett Rockett from La. State Treasury Dept. has requested Budget information to justify the $60,000 state grant allocated to the District. This information and documentation is being prepared and forwarded to the Treasury by Don Middleton.
4. The PARCEL FEE for 2009 has been increased (minutes October 2, 2008) to $50.00/year. This fee change will also be published in the Franklin Sun as a separate item.
5. The Board has listed the 1972 Ford Pumper Fire Truck Vin D80CVP90046 as surplus equipment to be sold to the highest bidder. This truck will be advertised for sale in The Franklin Sun.
Meeting adjourned.
Don Middleton, Secretary-Treasurer.
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VILLAGE OF BASKIN
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
November 11, 2008
The Mayor and Council of the Village of Baskin met in a regular session on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. at the Village of Baskin Town Hall.
Present: Mayor Billy Joe Cupp and Council Members Wanda Carroll 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.
Mike Ballard made a motion to accept minutes as read. Wanda Carroll seconded.
3 Yeas. 0 Nays. 0 Absent.
NEW BUSINESS:
The cash flow report was provided for the month of September. Permission was granted to pay all bills.
Mike Ballard made a motion. Wanda Carroll seconded. 3 Yeas. 0 Neas. 0 Absent.
OLD BUSINESS:
Mayor Billy Joe Cupp announced that the Town Hall and Police Department signs have arrived and been put up.
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Officer Todd King reported that everything seemed to be running smooth.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Fire Chief Fife discussed purchasing fire safety equipment for residents from a previous designated grant.
With no further business Larry LaBorde made a motion to adjourn. Mike Ballard seconded. Meeting adjourned at 5:13 p.m.
Dani Dean, Clerk
Billy Joe Cupp, Mayor
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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
The 2009 Proposed Budget for the Franklin Parish Assessor’s Office is available for public inspection at the Assessor’s Office in the Courthouse building beginning November 19,2008.
The Franklin Parish Assessor’s Office will hold a public hearing on the 2009 Proposed Budget at 8:30 A.M., December 1, 2008 in the office of the Assessor at the Courthouse.
The following is a proposed budget summary for the year ending December 31, 2009.
Beginning Fund Balance: $1,452,660.00
Projected Revenues: $ 565,606.00
Projected Expenditures: $ 555,357.00
Ending Fund Balance: $1,462,909.00
J.W. Dean, Assessor
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute 9:1305 the Franklin Parish Library 2009 Proposed Budget will be available for consideration at a public hearing on December 10, 2008 at 12 Noon, 705 Prairie Street, Winnsboro, LA. A summary of the Franklin parish Library Budget proposed for 2009 follows:
Projected Operating Revenues $499,750
Projected Operating Expenditures: $499,750
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOVEMBER 17, 2008
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held on Monday, December 15, 2008 at 5:00 PM at Winnsboro City Court, 1308 Cornell Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, to consider an amendment to the City of Winnsboroís Zoning Ordinances to change the zoning of a lot owned by Northeast Louisiana Power Cooperative, Inc., located at 1604 Moore Street, known as the Anderís property, from a R-1 zone to a B-3 zone. Any interested citizen or party shall have an opportunity to be heard.
Roxy Fletcher
City Clerk
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