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Public Notices: Tuesday, September 20th, 2011
Public Notices Published Tuesday, September 20th, 2011IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT OF
THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF LOUISIANA
MONROE DIVISION
PERRYVILLE GAS STORAGE LLC §
CIVIL ACTION NO. 11-cv-1566
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VS. § JUDGE
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40 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED §
IN FRANKLIN PARISH, LOUISIANA,§
UNKNOWN HEIRS OF IRENE §
JAMES MONROE, ET AL. § MAGISTRATE JUDGE
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NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION
TO: Unknown Heirs of
Irene James Monroe
Unknown Heirs of Augustus Jones
Unknown Heirs of
Eddie D. Jones King
Roosevelt King
339 Calloway Road
Delhi, Louisiana 71232
John L. King
1438 103rd Avenue
Oakland, California 94603
Willie Mae Burnell
5911 47th Avenue South
Seattle, Washington 98118
Eddie Johnson
1201 Tonopah Drive
Las Vegas, Nevada 89106
Pomp King, Jr.
P.O. Box 19101
Oakland, California 94619
Bobby Armstrong
1201 North Tonopah Drive
Las Vegas, Nevada 89106
Lucy Jones
12810 Glen Hollow
Houston, Texas 77048
Unknown Heirs of I.D. Jones Slack
Unknown Heirs of Ruby Jones
Unknown Heirs of Willie Jones
Unknown Heirs of Brady Jones
Unknown Heirs of Esau Jones, Jr.
Unknown Heirs of Nathain Jones
Unknown Others Claiming an Interest in the Property Described Herein
A complaint for condemnation has been filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, Monroe Division, to take property for use in the construction and operation of Perryville Gas Storage. The interest to be taken is a permanent right-of-way and servitude and a temporary construction servitude and right-of-way. The court is located in the United States courthouse at this address: Federal Building, 201 Jackson Street, Monroe, Louisiana, 71201.
The property to be taken is described below. You have or claim an interest to it:
The Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NE/4 of SW/4), Section 11, Township 16 North, Range 9 East (Containing 40 acres more or less), Franklin Parish, Louisiana, as more particularly described in Conveyance Book 5, Page 365 of the public records of Franklin Parish, Louisiana.
3. The authority for taking this property is the Natural Gas Act, 15 U.S.C. § 717 et seq. and specifically, 15 U.S.C. § 717f(h).
4. If you want to object or present any defense to the taking you must serve an answer on the Plaintiff’s attorney within 21 days after being served with this notice or from the date of the last publication of this notice. Send your answer to this address: Michael B. Donald, Jones Walker, First City Tower, 1001 Fannin, Suite 2450, Houston, Texas, 77002.
5. Your answer must identify the property in which you claim an interest, state the nature and extent of that interest, and state all your objections and defenses to the taking. Objections and defenses not presented are waived.
6. If you fail to answer, you consent to the taking, and the court will enter a judgment that takes your described property interest.
7. Instead of answering, you may serve on the Plaintiff’s attorney a notice of appearance that designates the property in which you claim an interest. After you do that, you will receive a notice of any proceedings that affect you. Whether or not you have previously appeared or answered, you may present evidence at a trial to determine compensation for the property and share in the overall award.
Dated August 26, 2011.
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IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT OF
THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF LOUISIANA
MONROE DIVISION
PERRYVILLE GAS STORAGE LLC
CIVIL ACTION NO. 3:11-cv-1635
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VS. § JUDGE
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40 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED §
IN FRANKLIN PARISH, LOUISIANA,§
ALBERT HASKINS, ET AL. §MAGISTRATE JUDGE _____________
NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION
TO: Albert Haskins
2633 Western Hills Drive
Lancaster, Texas 75146
Unknown Heirs of Eugene Haskins
Unknown Heirs of Bertha Haskins
Unknown Heirs of Florence Haskins Johnson
Unknown Others Claiming an Interest in the Property Described Herein
A complaint for condemnation has been filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, Monroe Division, to take property for use in the construction and operation of Perryville Gas Storage. The interest to be taken is a permanent right-of-way and servitude and a temporary construction servitude and right-of-way. The court is located in the United States courthouse at this address: Federal Building, 201 Jackson Street, Monroe, Louisiana, 71201.
The property to be taken is described below. You have or claim an interest to it:
The Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE/4 of NE/4), Section 15, Township 16 North, Range 9 East (Containing 40 acres more or less), Franklin Parish, Louisiana, as more particularly described in Conveyance Book 1, Page 105 of the public records of Franklin Parish, Louisiana.
3. The authority for taking this property is the Natural Gas Act, 15 U.S.C. § 717 et seq. and specifically, 15 U.S.C. § 717f(h).
4. If you want to object or present any defense to the taking you must serve an answer on the Plaintiff’s attorney within 21 days after being served with this notice or from the date of the last publication of this notice. Send your answer to this address: Michael Donald, Jones Walker, First City Tower, 1001 Fannin, Suite 2450, Houston, Texas, 77002.
5. Your answer must identify the property in which you claim an interest, state the nature and extent of that interest, and state all your objections and defenses to the taking. Objections and defenses not presented are waived.
6. If you fail to answer, you consent to the taking, and the court will enter a judgment that takes your described property interest.
7. Instead of answering, you may serve on the Plaintiff’s attorney a notice of appearance that designates the property in which you claim an interest. After you do that, you will receive a notice of any proceedings that affect you. Whether or not you have previously appeared or answered, you may present evidence at a trial to determine compensation for the property and share in the overall award.
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FRANKLIN PARISH POLICE JURY
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Franklin Parish Police Jury will hold a Public Hearing during their Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 13, 2011, at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, Winnsboro, Louisiana for the following purpose:
Amend the Speed Limit Ordinance
The Public is invited to attend should you have any protests and/or comments concerning this matter.
Johnnie Wesley, Secretary
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VILLAGE OF BASKIN
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Sept. 12, 2011
The Mayor and Council of the Village of Baskin met in regular session on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, at 5:00 p.m., at the Village of Baskin Town Hall.
Present: Mayor Jean Clark and Council Members Marie Barber, Joseph Chase and Larry LaBorde.
Also Present: Town Clerk, Chief of Police, fire Chief and guests.
There being a quorum present, the meeting was called to order.
The Pledge of Allegiance and opening prayer was led by Mayor Clark.
The minutes of the previous meeting were presented.
Larry LaBorde made a motion to accept the minutes. Marie Barber seconded the motion. Yeas 3. Nays 0. Absent 0.
Old Business:
There was no old business.
NEW Business:
Permission was given to pay all financial obligations.
Marie Barber made a motion to pay all bills. Larry LaBorde seconded the motion. Yeas 3. Nays 0. Absent 0.
A Resolution of Support for Community Development Grant was introduced and adopted. The grant will be designated for the purchase of a police car.
Larry LaBorde made a motion to approve this resolution. Marie Barber seconded the motion. Yeas 3. Nays. 0 Absent 0.
Another Resolution of Support for Community Development Grant was introduced and adopted. The grant will be used to upgrade insulation, wiring and light fixtures for the Town Hall. Larry LaBorde made a motion approving this resolution. Joseph Chase seconded the motion. Yeas 3. Nays 0. Absent 0.
Police Report:
Chief Barber reported that the department is running smoothly, but continue to have numerous repair issues with the cars.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Chief Bobby Fife told that the volunteers are still attending classes. The group has been informed to be very alert to safety issues, especially when driving the department vehicles.
Since there was no further business, Mayor Clark called for a motion to adjourn the session. Joseph Chase made a motion to close the meeting. Marie Barber seconded the motion.
The council meeting ended at 5:17 p.m.
Merlyn Ritchie, Clerk
Jean Clark Mayor
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
CITY OF WINNSBORO, LOUISIANA
OWNER
Sealed bids for the construction of the following will be received by the City of Winnsboro, at the City Hall, 3814 Front Street, Winnsboro, La. until 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 and then at said location publicly opened and read aloud for:
2011 Utility Relocation for Street Improvements
City of Winnsboro, Louisiana
The Bid Proposals, Plans, Specifications, Forms of Contract, and Forms of Bid Bond, Performance Bond and Payment Bond, and other contract documents may be examined at the office of the Engineer:
Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson
Telephone (318) 448-0888
100 Engineer Place
Alexandria, Louisiana 71303
Copies of the plans, specifications and contract documents may be obtained from the office of the Engineer. The cost per set will be $130, which cost represents the cost of reproduction and is nonrefundable. Any requests for bid documents shall be accompanied by payment in full.
Each Bidder must deposit with his bid, security in the amount, form, and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable on the U.S. Department of Treasury Circular 570.
Bidders may not withdraw their bid within forty-five (45) days after the actual date of opening thereof. The Owner reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids.
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Franklin Parish Police Jury Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness has been awarded project HMGP 1603n-041-0002 and will be accepting bids for a licensed demolition and removal contractor for 32 homes and eligible sub structures on 1 acre lot or less.
Sealed bids will be received at the office of the Franklin Parish Police Jury, 6558 Main Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana 71295, phone (318) 435-9429, up to and including 1:00 PM, October 6, 2011.
Bids will be opened and read aloud at 1:00 PM of the 6th day of October 2011 in the Franklin Parish Police Jury Meeting Room located at 6558 Main Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana. Copies of complete Bid Documents/Contract may be secured by prospective bidders from the office of the Franklin Parish Police Jury, 6558 Main Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana 71295, and phone (318) 435-9429.
Bidders must meet requirements of the State of Louisiana Demolition Laws.
Bidders must comply with Davis-Bacon Act and ensure that applicable wage determinations are included in solicitation.
Bidders must comply with all FEMA regulations. (Green Space)
No bid may be withdrawn for a period of thirty (30) days after the date for receipt of bids.
The Franklin Parish Police Jury Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive an informalities incidental thereto.
Please contact the Franklin Parish Police Jury at 6558 Main Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana 71295, (318) 435-9429 for more information.
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SHERIFF’S SALE
BANCORPSOUTH BANKS
Vs. No. 42,059
Re.FWF, L.L.C.; Ron’s Warehouse Furniture, Inc.; and Ronnie O. Ashley
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 26th day of October A.D., 2011, within legal hours beginning at 10:00 a.m., the following described property, to-wit:
Immovable Property:
A certain lot or parcel of land lying in the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE/4 of SW/4), Section 27, Township 15 North, Range 7 East, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, containing 0.665 acres, more or less, and being more particularly described as follows:
Commence at 5/8” rebar found marking the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of Southwest Quarter (SE/4 of SW/4), Section 27, Township 15 North, Range 7 East, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, as shown by plat of survey prepared by Kenneth M. McKay, Registered Land Surveyor, and dated 12/5/95; thence run North 00°52’24” East along the West side of said SE/4 of SW/4 as shown by said plat of survey, for a distance of 589.00 feet to a 3/4” iron pipe; thence run South 89°29’17” East along an old tree line, for a distance of 240.28 feet (called 257.4’, more or less) to a 3/4” iron pipe marking the Northwest corner of that certain parcel of land acquired by Ronnie O’Neil Ashley and Calvin Ray Ashley and being referred to as the “Ashley Property” in Exchange Deed as found recorded in Conveyance Book 215, Page 734, records of Franklin Parish, Louisiana, and being the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence from said POINT OF BEGINNING run North 17°58’25” East along the West side of said Ashley Property, for a distance of 132.01 feet (called 130.4 feet, more or less), to a 3/4” iron pipe marking the Northwest corner of that certain parcel of land acquired by Jerry Cupit in deed of record in Conveyance Book 330, Page 314, records of Franklin Parish, Louisiana, and also being the Southwest corner of said Ashley Property; thence run North 71°57’59” East, along the line between said Ashley and Cupit properties, for a distance of 191.43 feet (called 191.14”) to a 3/4” iron pipe located on the West right-of-way line of Louisiana State Highway NO. 15, and being the Northeast corner of said Jerry Cupit property; thence run North 17°58’25” West, along the West right-of-way line of said highway for a distance of 151.26 feet to a 3/4” iron pipe; thence run South 71°57’59” West, for a distance of 191.43 feet to a 3/4” iron pipe marking the Northwest corner of herein described parcel of land; thence run South 17°58’25” East, for a distance of 19.25 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, and being subject to the rights-of-way of all existing utilities of record or of use and being further shown by a plat prepared by Mason Surveying, Inc., West Monroe, Louisiana.
Together with all rights, easements, appurtenances, royalties, mineral rights, oil and gas rights, crops, timber, all diversion payments or third party payments made to crop producers, all water and riparian rights, wells, ditches, reservoirs, and water stock and all existing and future improvements, structures, fixtures, and replacements that may now, or at any time in the future, be part of the real estate described above.
The Real Property or its address is commonly known as 1434 Hwy. 15, Baskin, LA.
Movable Property:
All furniture, inventory and accounts receivable of RE.RWF, L.L.C.
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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CITY OF WINNSBORO
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
AUGUST 2, 2011
10:00 AM CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, met in a special called meeting on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, at 10:00 AM at Vineyard Furniture, 2889 Highway 15, Winnsboro, Louisiana, with Mayor Jackie R. Johnson presiding.
Aldermen present: Richard Mahoney, John Dumas, Betty Johnson, Craig Gill, Rex McCarthy
Absent: None
FRANKLIN PARISH ACTIVITY CENTER:
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen met with the Franklin Parish Police Jury to discuss the Franklin Parish Activity Center possibly being located in the Vineyard Furniture building located in the City of Winnsboro Industrial Park. The City has always committed to donating the necessary land to construct the Franklin Parish Activity Center in the Industrial Park. The Police Jury informed the Mayor and Board of Aldermen that the funds available for the activity center were for the construction of a new facility and that construction was to begin as soon as possible. The Board agreed to donate the land needed for the facility. The Mayor asked if the City of Winnsboro could build and operate the RV Park that is part of the Franklin Parish Activity Center plans. The Police Jury was in agreement with the stipulation that if the City had not secured the funds to build the park within 3 years that the City would donate the land to the Franklin Parish Jury to seek funding. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen agreed to donate the land for the construction of the Franklin Parish Activity Center and the City would begin to see what grants were available for this type of facility.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no more business to discuss the meeting was adjourned.
Roxy Fletcher Jackie R. Johnson
City Clerk Mayor
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 15, 2011
6:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, met in regular session on Monday, August 15, 2011, at 6:00 PM at the Jack Hammons Community Center, 810 Adams Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, with Mayor Jackie R. Johnson presiding.
Prayer led by John Dumas
Pledge led by Jackie R. Johnson
Aldermen present: Richard Mahoney, John Dumas. Betty Johnson, Craig Gill
Absent: Rex McCarthy
Motion by Dumas, second by Johnson to approve the minutes of the regular session held on July 18, 2011. Unanimously approved.
LEROY SCOTT:
Leroy Scott appeared and asked the Board to consider dedicating the new event sign located on Highway 15 to Fred Swift. Mr. Swift worked for many years at the school and distributed Franklin Sun papers to businesses in town. Mr. Scott asked that a plaque be placed on the sign in memory of Mr. Swift. Gill said the Board would take this into consideration.
MAYOR PRO-TEM:
John Dumas was nominated to serve as Mayor Pro-Tem for the fiscal year July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012. Motion by Mahoney, second by Gill and unanimously approved.
AUDITOR:
Mayor Johnson recommended Luffey, Huffman, Ragsdale & Soignier as auditors for the City of Winnsboro. The Board was concerned about the firm recommended by the Mayor did not give a definite price on the audit. The second firm of William Hulsey had included a price in his engagement letter. The Mayor asked the Board to give him a list of questions to ask Mr. Huffman. Motion by Dumas, second by Gill to discuss this matter at an adjourned meeting.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-0801:
This resolution was for the donation of land from the City of Winnsboro to the Franklin Parish Police Jury in the Winnsboro Industrial Park for the construction of the Franklin Parish Activity Center. Attorney Tab Singer informed the Board that he was still working with the Police Jury’s attorney, David Doughty, on the correct procedures for the donation of this land. It was agreed that this would also be discussed at the adjourned meeting.
Motion by Dumas, second by Mahoney and unanimously approved to have an adjourned meeting to discuss the hiring of an auditor and Resolution No. 11-0801.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-0802:
This resolution is related to the runway and taxiway rehabilitation project on the airport. Motion by Dumas, second by Gill and unanimously approved to table this resolution and include it on the adjourned meeting.
MEYER, MEYER, LACROIX & HIXSON:
Heath McGuffee gave an update on their ongoing projects in the City of Winnsboro.
RECOGNITION OF VISITORS:
Officer George Wilhite along with several employees with the City of Winnsboro Police Department appeared before the Board asking why they did not receive the full $300 and $500 month raise. Dumas indicated that funds were not available in the budget due to the rising cost of employee benefits.
Kim Kiper Kimbrough appeared before the Board asking them to consider adding a holding pen to the animal facility to house sick and diseased animals. Ms. Kimbrough asked could volunteers take turns on Saturday to keep the facility open to the public.
ICE COLD ADVERTISING:
Mayor and City Attorney are still reviewing the details on the contract with Ice Cold Advertising and will discuss this item at the September meeting.
HUMANE DIRECTOR REPORT:
Russell Grant gave a monthly activity report on the animal control facility. Motion by Gill, second by Dumas and unanimously approved.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REPORT:
Earl Davis gave a monthly economic development report on the Micro Enterprise Program. Motion by Dumas, second by Mahoney and unanimously approved.
FIRE CHIEF MONTHLY REPORT:
Chief Truman Welch gave a monthly activity report for the City of Winnsboro Fire Department. Motion by Gill, second by Mahoney and unanimously approved.
POLICE CHIEF MONTHLY REPORT:
Chief Lester Thomas gave a monthly activity report for the City of Winnsboro Police Department. Motion by Gill, second by Dumas and unanimously approved.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS:
The monthly financial reports were presented by City Clerk. Motion by Johnson, second by Gill and unanimously approved.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no more business to come before the board at this time, Mayor Johnson adjourned the meeting.
Roxy Fletcher Jackie R. Johnson
City Clerk Mayor
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
ADJOURNED MEETING
AUGUST 23, 2011#
5:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, met in an adjourned meeting on Tuesday, August 23, 2011, at 5:00 PM at the Jack Hammons Community Center, 810 Adams Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, with Mayor Jackie R. Johnson presiding.
Aldermen present: Richard Mahoney, John Dumas, Betty Johnson, Craig Gill
Absent: Rex McCarthy
ADD ITEM TO AGENDA:
Motion by Mahoney, second by Johnson and unanimously approved to add the hiring of a police officer and Resolution No. 11-0803 to the agenda.
AUDITOR:
The Board had asked at the August 15, 2011 meeting that the Mayor contact Luffey, Huffman, Ragsdale and Sognier to request an exact figure on the cost of the audit. The Mayor said the Board was suppose to provide him with a list of questions to present to the firm. The tape from the August 15, 2011 meeting was replayed and it was determined that the Board was to provide a list of questions to the Mayor. The Mayor recommended the firm of Luffey, Huffman, Ragsdale & Sognier as auditors for the year ended June 30, 2011. Gill made a motion to not hire this firm, second by Mahoney. Gill rescinded his motion, Dumas and Johnson accepted this motion. Mahoney voted not to rescind the motion. Gill said he would have his questions to the Mayor on the morning of August 24.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-0801:
RESOLUTION FOR THE DONATION OF LAND TO THE FRANKLIN PARISH POLICE JURY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW ACTIVITY CENTER LOCATED IN THE CITY OF WINNSBORO INDUSTRIAL PARK.
WHEREAS, the City of Winnsboro had previously agreed to donate land to R C & D for the Franklin Parish Activity Center and RV Park to be located in the City of Winnsboro Industrial Park; and
WHEREAS, the State of Louisiana has transferred the funds available for the construction of this facility to the Franklin Parish Police Jury; and
WHEREAS, the Franklin Parish Police Jury is requesting the donation of the land to construct this facility; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen and the Franklin Parish Police Jury have held a joint special called meeting to discuss the project on August 2, 2011; and
WHEREAS, at this meeting the City agreed to donate the land for the activity center and the Franklin Parish Police Jury has agreed to allow the City to construct and operate the RV Park.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, convened in an adjourned meeting on August 23, 2011, that the City will donate land located in the Winnsboro Industrial Park to the Franklin Parish Police Jury for the construction on an activity center when the funds become available and that the City of Winnsboro will be responsible for the construction and operations of the RV Park.
This resolution was adopted by the following vote:
Yeas: Mahoney, Dumas, Johnson, Gill
Nays: None
Absent: McCarthy
RESOLUTION NO. 11-0802:
RESOLUTION FOR THE WINNSBORO MUNICIPAL AIRPORT PROJECT: PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE FOR RUNWAY 18/36.
WHEREAS, the City of Winnsboro is submitting a grant application for the Winnsboro Municipal Airport; and
WHEREAS, this application will be submitted to LADOTD and FAA for funding on this project; and
WHEREAS, the proposed project will consists of crack sealing; application of rejuvenator; and pavement markings to the runway and taxiway at the Winnsboro Municipal Airport; and
WHEREAS, this project has an estimated cost of $200,000; and
WHEREAS, a selection committee has named Volkert, Inc. as engineers for this project; and
WHEREAS, bids have been advertised in the official journal and sealed bids will be opened on Friday, August 19, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Winnsboro City Hall.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro that Mayor Jackie R. Johnson is authorized to execute the FY 2011 grant application, grant offer and all necessary documents associated with this project for the Winnsboro Municipal Airport.
This resolution was adopted by the following votes:
Yeas: Johnson, Gill
Nays: None
Abstain: Mahoney, Dumas
Absent: McCarthy
Mayor broke the tie vote and the resolution passed.
HIRING OF POLICE OFFICER:
Chief Lester Thomas recommended to hire Brandon Box, a post certified police officer, for the City of Winnsboro Police Department. Motion by Gill, second by Johnson and unanimously approved.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-0803:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 LOUISIANA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION
WHEREAS, the City of Winnsboro desires to submit a fiscal year (“FY”) 2012/2013 Louisiana Community Development Block Grant (“LCDBG”) public facilities application for Street improvements (the “Application”); and,
WHEREAS, the City intends to use local funds (in order to gain additional points in connection with the Application) to pay for administrative costs up to and including pre-agreement costs, administrative consultant fees, and any other administrative costs incurred by the local governing body associated with the Application; and,
WHEREAS, the City intends to use local funds (in order to gain additional points in connection with the Application) to pay for engineering costs up to and including pre-agreement costs, project representation, surveying, and any other engineering costs incurred by the local governing body associated with the Application; and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to enter into an agreement with Frye-Magee, LLC. (“Frye-Magee”), to perform all administrative consulting services associated with the Application, which includes developing the Application, and thereafter performing all administrative consulting duties following a grant award; and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to enter into an agreement with Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson, Inc. to perform all engineering consulting services associated with the Application, which includes developing the Application, and thereafter performing all engineering consulting following grant award
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WINNSBORO, LOUISIANA:
§1. The City enters into an Agreement with Frye-Magee to develop the Application, and to perform administrative consulting services.
§2. The City enters into an agreement with Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson, Inc. to assist in the Application and to perform engineering consulting services.
§3. The Mayor, Jackie Johnson, is authorized to execute respective agreements with Frye-Magee LLC and Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson, Inc., and to execute the Application, as well as all related documents, to be on such other terms and conditions as he shall deem advisable, and to do any and all things necessary and proper to carry out this Resolution and to fulfill its objects and purposes.
§4. This Resolution shall become effective upon final adoption and signature of the Mayor.
Said Resolution having been read and considered by a quorum of the Board of Councilman, on motion to adopt by Dumas, seconded by Mahoney, a record vote was taken and the following result was had:
YEA: Mahoney, Dumas, Johnson, Gill
NAY: None
ABSENT: McCarthy
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no more business to discuss the meeting was adjourned.
Roxy Fletcher Jackie R. Johnson
City Clerk Mayor
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
SEPTEMBER 1, 2011
5:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, met in a special called meeting on Thursday, September 1, 2011, at 5:00 PM at the Jack Hammons Community Center, 810 Adams Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, with Mayor Jackie R. Johnson presiding.
Aldermen present: Richard Mahoney, John Dumas, Betty Johnson, Craig Gill
Absent: Rex McCarthy
AUDITOR:
The Board was meeting to hire an auditor for the fiscal year July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011. The Board had previously asked the Mayor to contact Luffey, Huffman, Ragsdale & Sognier asking them to give an exact amount for the audit. Johnson urged the Board to select an auditor at this meeting since the City was already 2 months past their fiscal year end. Mayor recommended the firm of Luffey, Huffman, Ragsdale & Sognier as auditors. Motion by Johnson to accept the Mayor’s recommendation. Motion failed due to lack of a second.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no more business to discuss the meeting was adjourned, motion by Gill, second by Johnson to adjourn.
Roxy Fletcher Jackie R. Johnson
City Clerk Mayor
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
8:00 AM
CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, met in a special called meeting on Monday, September 12, 2011, at 8:00 AM at the Jack Hammons Community Center, 810 Adams Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, with Mayor Jackie R. Johnson presiding.
Aldermen present: Richard Mahoney, John Dumas, Craig Gill, Rex McCarthy
Absent: Betty Johnson
RESOLUTION 11-0901:
WHEREAS, the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, has submitted to the Federal Aviation Administration a Project Application for the Winnsboro Municipal Airport; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the following project for the City of Winnsboro - Rehabilitate Runway 18/36; Rehabilitate Taxiway; and
WHEREAS, FAA has sent the City of Winnsboro an Airport Improvement Program Project No. 3-22-0053-005-2011 Grant Offer to be accepted and executed for further processing.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, convened in special called session on September 12, 2011, does hereby accept this grant offer and authorize Mayor Jackie R. Johnson and City Attorney Tab Singer to execute all necessary documents for the Grant Agreement.
Motion by McCarthy, second by Gill to adopt this resolution by the following vote:
Yeas: Mahoney, Dumas, Gill, McCarthy
Nays: None
Absent: Johnson
AIRPORT APRON EXTENSION:
Superintendent Skipper Stinson informed the Board on the issue of an area that is not included with the current airport security project that needs to be addressed. This area would extend beyond the paved area currently under repair and the City could correct this problem using the current contractors at a cost of approximately $27,000. Stinson said the new project now underway would not last if this extension is not included. Motion by Mahoney, second by McCarthy and unanimously approved to include this extension using City funds.
AUDITOR:
The Mayor presented the Board with the auditing firms of Silas Simmons and Faulk & Winkler to consider for the City of Winnsboro auditors. The Mayor’s recommendation was Silas Simmons of Natchez, Mississippi. Dumas said the information on these firms had not been distributed to them until late Friday evening and they were not able to contact the firms for question or references. Motion by Dumas, second by Gill and unanimously approved to allow the Board to review the information and make a decision at the regular scheduled meeting on Monday, September 19, 2011.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no more business to discuss the meeting was adjourned, motion by Gill, second by Dumas to adjourn.
Roxy Fletcher Jackie R. Johnson
City Clerk Mayor
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COMBINED NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT
IMPACT AND INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
Ricky Campbell, Parish President
Franklin Parish Police Jury
6558 Main Street
Winnsboro, Louisiana 71295
(318) 435-9429
Notice Issued: September 21, 2011
This Notice shall satisfy the above-cited two separate but related procedural notification requirements for activities undertaken by the Office of Community Development.
REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS:
On or about October 10, 2011, the Franklin Parish Government will submit a request to Office of Community Development (OCD) for the release of funds under the FY 2008 Consolidated Security Disaster Assistance and Continuing Appropriation Act, 2009 (PL 110-329), in accordance with the “Notice of Funding Availability” published in the Federal Register on February 13, 2009, for the purpose of replacing drainage outfall structure and gate at Bayou Macon #2 in Franklin Parish, Louisiana. The total amount requested for this activity is $864,884 to meet urgent need.
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
The Franklin Parish Government has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the Franklin Parish Police Jury’s Office, 6558, Winnsboro, LA 71295 and may be examined or copies weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you need to contact the president’s office by phone, please call (318)435-9429.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination, or wishing to comment on the program may submit written comments to this office. All comments received by October 6, 2011, will be considered by this office prior to the authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Commentors should specify which part of this notice they are addressing.
RELEASE OF FUNDS:
The Franklin Parish Police Jury certifies to OCD that Ricky Campbell, in his capacity as Parish President, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. OCD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows Franklin Parish to use Program Funds
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS:
OCD will accept objections to its release of funds and the OCD’s certification received by
October 25, 2011 or a period of fifteen days from its receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer or other officer of the Franklin Parish Police Jury approved by OCD; (b) the Franklin Parish Police Jury has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the project have committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by OCD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58) and shall be addressed to:
Thomas Brennan
Deputy Executive Director
Office of Community Development
150 North Third Street, 6th Floor
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
Potential objectors should contact OCD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Ricky Campbell
President
Franklin Parish Police Jury
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NOTICE TO ESTABLISH A BRANCH
In the matter of the establishment of a branch of Sicily Island State Bank.
Notice is hereby given that Sicily Island State Bank, whose Main Office and domicile is located in Sicily Island, Catahoula Parish, Louisiana, has made application to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Louisiana Commissioner of Financial Institutions to establish a branch to be located at 6800 Kinloch St., Winnsboro, Franklin Parish, Louisiana.
Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or comments, in writing, with the Regional Director (DOS) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at its Memphis Area Office at 5100 Poplar Avenue, Suite 1900, Memphis, Tennessee, 38137, not later than October 6, 2011. The nonconfidential portion of the application is on file in the regional office and is available for inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the nonconfidential portion of the application file will be made available upon request.
Any person wishing to comment on this application with the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions may file his or her comments, in writing, with the Commissioner of Financial Institutions, Post Office Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70804-9095. The Office of Financial Institutions is not required to consider any comments received more than 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. The Public Section of the application will be available at the Office of Financial Institutions for public inspection during the regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This notice is published pursuant to Part 303.7 of the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and LAC 10:I.Chapter 5 of the “Louisiana Register”.
Sicily Island State Bank
301 Newman Avenue
Sicily Island, LA 71368
By: Wade Thompson, President
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
The Franklin Parish School Board is now accepting sealed bids for the lease of the bow-hunting land located on Hwy. 17, Section 16, T14N, R8E, approx. 69.8 acres known as the old Brush Top Archery Club. This hunting lease is for bow-hunting only. Sealed bids must be received by 12:00 noon, on September 28, 2011 at the Franklin Parish School Board, 7293 Prairie Road, Winnsboro, LA. Bids will be opened at 2:00 p.m. on September 28, 2011 at the School Board Office.
Bids must be sealed and clearly marked “SEALED BIDS, BRUSH TOP ARCHERY CLUB,” is you have any questions, please contact Doug Clark at (318) 435-9046.
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WHEREABOUT NOTICE
Anyone knowing the whereabouts of the heirs of Hobart N. Page and Gracie H. Page, please contact Michael E. Kramer and/or Reid C. Wolleson at (318)435-7525, 6658 Kinloch Street, Winnsboro, LA 71295.
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VILLAGE OF GILBERT
REGULAR MEETING
Sept. 8, 2011
The Village of Gilbert Mayor and Board of Alderman met in regular session on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 6:30 p.m., at the Gilbert City Hall.
Those present were as follows: Mayor Mike Stephens, Clerk Diane Parker, Alderman Kay Dunaway, Randy Lloyd and Louis Ezell.
Also present were JoAnn Evans, Bill McLemore, and citizens.
Absent was Ty Britt and Mike Meyers.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Stephens called the meeting to order. Louis Ezell led in opening prayer. Diane Parker led in the pledge of allegiance.
MINUTES:
Motion made by Louis Ezell, seconded by Kay Dunaway to accept the July minutes as presented. Motion carried.
FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS:
Motion made by Kay Dunaway, seconded by Randy Lloyd to accept the financial documents as presented. Motion carried.
PAY MONTHLY BILLS:
Motion made by Louis Ezell, seconded by Randy Lloyd to pay the monthly bills. Motion carried.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Bill McLemore gave monthly report.
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
No report given.
PUBLIC WORKS:
No report given.
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION:
None available.
NEW BUSINESS:
ADOPT MILLAGE RATE FOR TAX YEAR 2011:
Motion made by Louis Ezell, seconded by Randy Lloyd to adopt the millage rate for 2011. Motion carried.
LRWA: KEN TERRY TO DISCUSS WATER/SEWER RATES:
Discussion was held.
DISCUSS LMA CLERK INSTITUTE:
Discussion was held. Motion made by Louis Ezell, seconded by Randy Lloyd to send the clerk to the LMA Clerk Institute. Motion carried.
ADOPT RESOLUTION FY 2012-2013 LCDBG:
Discussion was held. The contract for administrative services is awarded to Oliver Schulz & Associates, and the contract for engineering services be awarded to McManus Engineers. Motion made by Louis Ezell, seconded by Kay Dunaway to adopt the resolution for the FY 2012-2013 LCDBG application for sewer collection improvements. Motion carried.
ADOPT RESOLUTION FY 2011-2012 LGAP:
Discussion was held. Motion made by Randy Lloyd, seconded by Kay Dunaway to adopt resolution for 2011-2012 LGAP for the purchase of a mini excavator. Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS:
None available.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Discussion was held. Motion made by Louis Ezell, seconded by Kay Dunaway to purchase aerator. Motion carried. Also, discussion was held on a stop sign. Motion made by Randy Lloyd, seconded by Kay Dunaway to adopt a resolution to put a four (4) way stop sign at intersection of Wyatt and Burnette Streets.
ADJOURNMENT:
Kay Dunaway made a motion to adjourn. Louis Ezell seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Mike Stephens, Mayor
Diane Parker, LCMC
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
VILLAGE OF GILBERT
Owner
P.O. BOX 600, GILBERT, LA 71336
Address
Separate sealed Bids for the construction of WATER MAIN EXTENSION, PROJECT NO. 11-04-569E will be received by MCMANUS CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC., at the office located at 116 SMELSER ROAD, MONROE, MONROE, LA, 71202, until 10:00 a.mm. (Local Time) Tuesday, October 11, 2011 (date), and then as said office publicly opened and read aloud.
The Contract Documents may be examined at the following locations:
VILLAGE OF GILBERT
P.O. BOX 600
GILBERT, LA 71336
318-435-6506
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. The Contractor may pay shipping cost.
this project is classified as Municipal and Public Works.
VILLAGE OF GILBERT
Mike Stephens, Mayor
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NOTICE
I, DEBRA M. BRUNSON, #460143, DOB, 10-10-61, currently residing in Richland Parish, La., have applied for clemency for my conviction of Ah. Poss. CDS by Fraud 10-8-2002 in Franklin Parish. If you have any comments or wish to communicate with the Board of Pardons please call (225)342-5421. 9-21/10-5 3tp
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SHERIFF’S SALE
Franklin State Bank & Trust Company
Vs. No. 42,168
Billy W. Allen
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 5th day of October A.D., 2011, within legal hours beginning at 10:00 a.m., the following described property, to-wit:
ONE (1) 2004 SOUT HS, VIN # SSDAL41909
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
Green Tree Servicing LLC
Vs. No. 40,650
Jason McMurray and Laura McMurray
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 5th day of October A.D., 2011, within legal hours beginning at 10:00 a.m., the following described property, to-wit:
1997 CAPPAERT MANUFACTURED PHOENIX 60X28 MOBILE HOME BEARING SERIAL NUMBER CHVM319686011576A AND CHVM319686011576B, AIR CONDITIONER 960744507 AND SKIRTING.
Seized in this above style suit. Terms of sale, cash, without the benefit appraisement.
Steve E. Pylant, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
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NOTICE
In Accordance with Louisiana Law regarding convicted Sex Offenders, I am required to provide the following information to those living in my neighborhood:
NAME: William Johnson
ADDRESS: 510 Carson Rd., Winnsboro, LA 71295
OFFENSE OF CONVICTION: Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile
DOB: 05/13/1968
RACE: W SEX: M
HEIGHT: 6’00”
WEIGHT: 170
EYE COLOR: BLUE
HAIR COLOR: BROWN
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