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Public Notices: Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011

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

Public Notices Published Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011

SHERIFF’S SALE
United States of America, Rural Development, United States Department of Agriculture
Vs. No. 42,215
Whitney Nicole Ellis
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 30th day of November A.D., 2011, within legal sale hours, the following described property, to-wit:
Lot 30 of Howington Addition situated in NE 1/4 of Section 33 and SW 1/4 of NW 1/4 of Section 34, Township 13 North, Range 8 East, Franklin Parish, Louisiana. Said improvements bear the municipal number 147 Holland Street, Wisner, LA 71378
Seized in this above styled suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Steve E. Pylant, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
10-16 & 11-23 2tp
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FRANKLIN PARISH POLICE JURY
PUBLIC NOTICE
THE FRANKLIN PARISH POLICE JURY WILL ACCEPT BIDS UP TO AND INCLUDING 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER, 30, 2011 IN THE POLICE JURY CONFERENCE ROOM, COURTHOUSE BUILDING, WINNSBORO, LOUISIANA ON THE FOLLOWING:
GRAVEL, DIRT, OIL, ASPHALT, AND SOIL CEMENT BIDS SHALL BE FOR A MINIMUM TIME OF SIX (6) MONTHS, January 1, 2012 through June 30, 2012.
GRAVEL: {MAINTENANCE ROCK (GOOD GRADE 50% SIZE 1‚Äù TO 1 ¬Ω‚Äù), PIT RUN ‚Äì RED CLAY,¬† DIRT, SAND , C-1, C-3, RIP RAP}
PLEASE CONTACT THE POLICE JURY OFFICE FOR BID SPECIFICATIONS
OIL, GREASES: BRAND NAMES SHALL BE PROVIDED ‚Äì PLEASE CONTACT THE POLICE JURY OFFICE FOR BID SPECIFICATIONS
DIRT CONTRACTOR BIDS: SHALL INCLUDE PRICE PER CUBIC YARD OF DIRT AND¬† DISTANCE TRANSPORTED. PRICE PER HOUR FOR EQUIPMENT SHALL BE INCLUDED.
ASPHALT PRODUCTS: (HOTMIX, COLD MIX, CRS-2, SS-1, AEP, CRS-2P, MC-70, MC-30)¬† BID PRICE TO INCLUDE MATERIAL PICKED UP AT SOURCE, PRICE¬† DELIVERED TO ANY PARISH ROAD OR PARISH PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY.¬† INCLUDE SEPARATE DOCUMENT FOR HOTMIX AND COLD MIX BID.
SOIL CEMENT: SHALL INCLUDE PRICE PER TON OR CUBIC YARD, FREIGHT, SPREADING, ENVIRONMENTAL, ETC. BID FORM NOT PROVIDED.
BIDDER SHALL INDICATE METHOD OF CALCULATING AND JUSTIFY INCREASE OR DECREASE IN MATERIAL COST.
BID SPECIFICATIONS AND BID FORMS MAY BE EMAILED, FAXED, MAILED, OR 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.
ALL BIDS AWARDED SHALL REQUIRE A SIGNED CONTRACT.
THE FRANKLIN PARISH POLICE JURY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS.¬† PLEASE CALL GREG HUMPHRIES, PARISH SUPERINTENDENT (CELL-318-439-0193) OR LUTHER SMITH, PURCHASING AGENT AT 318-435-9446 WITH QUESTIONS.
11-2, 11-9, 11-16, 11-23 4tb
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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
The 2012 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 16, 2011.
The Franklin Parish Assessor’s Office will hold a public hearing on the 2012 Proposed Budget at 8:30 a.m., December 2, 2001 in the office of the Assessor at the Courthouse.
The following is a proposed budget summary for the year ending December 31, 2012.
Beginning Fund Balance: $1,512,007.00
Projected Revenues: 737,968.00
Projected Expenditures: 674,390.00
Ending Fund Balance: 1,575,585.00
Rod Elrod, Assessor
11-16, 11-23 2tb
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SHERIFF’S SALE
TIB-THE Independent Banksbank
Vs.No. 42,227
Marvin Jerome Scott and Chantell Smith 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 28th day of December A.D., 2011, within legal sale hours, the following described property, to-wit:
Begin at the southwest corner of the SE/4 of NW/4, Section 30, T14N, R8E, and run N89°02’E along the south boundary of said SE/4 of NW/4, a distance of 291 feet to the northwest boundary of Louisiana State Highway No. 17 Right-of-way (formerly Highway No. 16); thence N51°10’E along the northwest boundary of said right-of-way, 600.42 feet, to the most easterly corner of that certain 0.69 acre lot acquired by Fred Marshall by deed from T. A. Scott, as recorded in Notarial Book 110 Page 34, for a POINT OF BEGINNING; thence from said POINT OF BEGINNING continue N51°10’E along said right-of-way boundary, 175 feet; thence N36°50’W parallel to the Northeastern boundary of said 0.69 acre tract 300 feet; thence S51°10’W parallel to said right-of-way boundary 175 feet to the most northerly corner of said 0.69 acre lot; thence S38°50’E along the northeastern boundary of said 0.69 acre lot 300 feet back to the POINT OF BEGINNING; containing 1.21 acres, more or less; all lying and being in the SE/4 of NW/4, Section 30, T14N, R8E, Franklin Parish, Louisiana.
LESS AND EXCEPT:
A certain tract or parcel of land, together with all of the improvements thereon and all rights, ways, privileges, servitudes and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the SE/4 of the NW/4 of Section 30, T14N, R8E, the boundary lines of which tract are more particularly described as follows:
All that portion of Vendor’s property lying within a width of 70 feet to the Left or Northerly side of the surveyed centerline of Route La. 17 beginning at Vendor’s Westerly property line which line when projected intersects the said centerline of Highway Survey Station 36+33, and extending along the said centerline in a Northeasterly direction at said width of 70 feet to Highway Survey Station 38+00; thence continuing along the said centerline in a Northeasterly direction gradually decreasing in width to 69.60 feet at Vendor’s Easterly property line, which line when projected intersects the said centerline at highway Survey Station 38+08, containing 0.14 acre, more or less, exclusive of the existing right of way of Route La. 17 and identified as Parcel No. 3-B, as shown on Right of Way Map form Winnsboro-Crowville Highway, State Project No. 51-02-13, Rouge La. 17, Franklin Parish, prepared by W. Ray Ortego, Registered Land Surveyor, dated March 24, 1970, said map being filed in the office of the Louisiana Department of Highways in the City of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
ALSO LESS AND EXCEPT:
One (1) certain tract or parcel of land, together with all improvements situated wholly or partially thereon and all rights, ways, privileges, servitudes and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in Section 25, T14N, R8E, Land District North of Red River, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, identified as Parcel No. 1-14 on the property map for the State Route in Winnsboro, State Project No. 36-04-24, Routes La. 4 & 17, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, prepared and signed by Kenneth M. McKay and Billy D. Crow, Registered Land Surveyors, dated March 28, 1974, said map being on file in the office of the Department of Highways, City of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the boundary lines of which tract are more particularly described as follows:
Commence at Vendor’s southeast property corner and bear N01°57’33”E along Vendor’s easterly property line for a distance of 144.28 feet to a point being the point of beginning, this point being located 35.08 feet from the surveyed centerline of State Project No. 36-04-24 opposite Highway Survey Station 45+62.65 on a bearing of S01°57’33”W; thence from the point of beginning bear N84°06’00”W traversing Vendor’s property along the required right of way of State Project No. 36-04-24 for a distance of 59.05 feet to a point located 35.00 feet to the right or south of the centerline of said state project opposite Highway Survey Station 45+06.01; thence S30°52’18”W for a distance of 33.02 feet to a point located 64.93 feet to the right or south of said surveyed line of State Project No. 36-04-24 opposite Highway Survey Station 44+92.07, and corner; thence bear N01°57’33”E for a distance of 41.56 feet to a point located 23.52 feet to the right or south of said surveyed centerline opposite Highway Survey Station 44+87.60, and corner; thence S84°13’06”E along the existing right of way for a distance of 75.03 feet to a point and corner; thence S01°57’33”W for a distance of 11.72 feet to a point being the point of beginning and containing a net required of 1,111.0 square feet; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property.
Seized in this above styled suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Steve E. Pylant, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
11-23 & 12-21 2tp
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SHERIFF’S SALE
JPMORGAN Chase Bank, National Association S/B/M to Chase Home Finance, LLC.
Vs. No. 42,116
Melissa Ann Kendrick Eaton A/K/A Melissa Eaton and Robert Paul Eaton A/K/A Robert Eaton
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 28th day of December A.D., 2011, within legal sale hours, the following described property, to-wit:
A certain lot or parcel of land described as beginning at a point where the north boundary of Lot No. Two (2) of the Francisco de Lagarsa Riquette crosses the public road, and being the northeast corner of that certain tract of land acquired by Fred Williams from Mrs. R.F. Walden, et al, recorded in Conveyance Record 27, page 102, for a Point of Beginning of this lot; thence run North 60 degrees West along the northern boundary of above described tract acquired by Fred Williams a distance of 210 feet; thence in a southerly direction parallel with said public road a distance of 210 feet; thence in a southerly parallel with the northern boundary of said tract a distance of 210 feet or to the public road; thence in a northerly direction along the boundary of public road to a Point of Beginning, containing one (1) acre, more or less, and being situated in the northeasterly corner of tract acquired by Fred Williams from Mrs. R.F. Walden above described, all being situated in Township 14 North, Range 6 East, with all improvements thereon.
Seized in this above styled suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Steve E. Pylant, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
11-23 & 12-21 2tp
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COMBINED NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
November 23, 2011
City of Winnsboro
P. O. Box 250
Winnsboro, Louisiana 71295
318-435-9087
This Notice shall satisfy the above-cited two separate but related procedural notification requirements.
REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS
On or about December 13, 2011 the City of Winnsboro will submit a request to the Louisiana Division of Administration for the release of Louisiana Community Development Block Grant Funds under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, to undertake a project known as FY 2010 LCDBG Public Facililties Program, for the purpose of the following:
The City of Winnsboro proposes to construct improvements involving in-place cement stabilized base course 10” thick, asphaltic concrete, pavement patching, adjusting valves and manholes, and other associated activities on the following streets within existing road rights-of-way: Gum (Harvard to Hunter), Oak (Power to Brass & Harvard to Taylor), Green (Polk to Blanson), West (90° turn to Harlem), Blanson (Hunter to Smith), Harper (Gum to Polk), Williams (Blanson to Gum), Smith (Polk to Blanson), White (Williams to Hunter), Hickory (Taylor to Harvard), Maple (Taylor to Power), and Polk (Taylor to Havard).The proposed project is located in City of Winnsboro, Franklin Parish, Louisiana.
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
The City of Winnsboro 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 Main Street, City Hall, Winnsboro, Louisiana and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the project may submit written comments to the Mayor of the City of Winnsboro. All comments received by December 12, 2011 will be considered by the City of Winnsboro prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Commentors should specify which part of this Notice they are addressing.
RELEASE OF FUNDS
The City of Winnsboro certifies to Division of Administration that Jackie Johnson in his capacity as Mayor 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. The Division of Administration approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows the City of Winnsboro to use Program funds.
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS
The Division of Administration will consider objections to its release of funds and the City of Winnsboro’s certification received by December 28, 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 City of Winnsboro approved by the Division of Administration; (b) the City of Winnsboro 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 the Division of Administration; 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 the Division of Administration at P.O. Box 94095, Baton Rouge, La. 70804-9094. Potential objectors should contact the Division of Administration to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Jackie Johnson, Mayor
City of Winnsboro
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PUBLIC NOTICE 2012 BUDGET HEARING FRANKLIN PARISH POLICE JURY
The Franklin Parish Police Jury will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2011 budget at 6:00pm, Thursday, December 8th, 2011, in the Police Jury Meeting Room at 6558 Main Street, Winnsboro, LA. All interested citizens will have the opportunity to give written or oral comments. The public is encouraged to attend. A detailed description of the budget will be available for inspection at the Treasurer’s Office on December 09, 2011.
Sam Wiggins, Treasurer
Franklin Parish Police Jury
11/16, 11/23, 11/30
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Chairman of the Northeast Soil and Water Conservation District will convene a Locally Led Conservation Meeting from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at the Police Jury Room inside the Franklin Parish Courthouse in Winnsboro, Louisiana.
The meeting is open to the public. To find out more about the Locally Led Conservation Meeting, please call (318)435-6743 Ext. 3.
All programs and services of the U.S. Department of Agriculture are offered and available on a non-discriminatory basis.
11-16, 11-23, 11-30 3tb
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PUBLIC NOTICE
This is to certify that the Budget for the Fifth Judicial District Expense Account, Hearing Officer Account, Richland Parish District Judges Account, Court Reporter Account, FINS Account and the Special Excessive Cost Account has been prepared for the year ending December 31, 2012, and is available for public inspection in the Fifth District Judges Office, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Terry A. Doughty, Judge
James M. Stephens, Judge
E. Rudolph McIntyre Jr. Judge
11-23 1tb
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PUBLIC NOTICE
This is to certify that the Amended Budget for the Fifth Judicial District Expense Account, Hearing Officer Account, Richland Parish District Judges Account, Court Reporter Account, FINS Account, and the Special Excessive Cost Account has been prepared for the year ending December 31, 2011, and is available for public inspection in the Fifth District Judges Office, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Terry A. Doughty, Judge
James M. Stephens, Judge
E. Rudolph McIntyre Jr. Judge
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CROWVILLE FIRE DISTRICT
P.O. Box 297
Crowville La.
Minutes of Board meeting dated Thursday, November 3, 2011, at 7:30 a.m., Crowville Fire Station.
Board members present: Kelly Clark, Don Middleton & Colby Peppers.
Guest present: Daniel Fuller, Central Community Fireman.
Business discussed and/or acted on by the Board:
1. The financial statement was reviewed, discussed and approved. A copy is on file with the minutes at the Board Office.
2. The Board discussed repair of a fire truck formerly housed at Central Fire Station. It is presently being evaluated for repair at a fire truck repair shop in Jonesboro, La.
3. Don Middleton, Secretary-Treasurer, reminded the Board that a budget for 2012 had to be adopted at the December meeting along with the revised budget for 2011 justifying any excessive deviations.
Submitted by Don Middleton, Secretary-Treasurer
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VILLAGE OF GILBERT
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Nov. 10, 2011
The Village of Gilbert Mayor and Board of Alderman met in regular session on Thursday, November 10, 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, Mike Meyers, and citizens.
Absent was Ty Britt.
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 October 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 Kay Dunaway to pay the monthly bills. Motion carried.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Bill McLemore gave monthly report.
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
No report given.
PUBLIC WORKS:
Mike Meyers gave a monthly report. Motion made by Louis Ezell, seconded by Randy Lloyd to purchase a 24x30 culvert to be replaced. Motion carried.
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION:
None available.
OLD BUSINESS:
Mayor Stephens asked all departments to submit inventory sheets to the clerk.
MCMANUS ENGINEERS TO DISCUSS UPDATES:
Mr. Ken McManus was present to give updates on the two ongoing water projects.
NEW BUSINESS:
MOTION TO AWARD THE BID ON FY 2010-2011 COMMUNITY WATER ENRICHMENT FUND (FOR SOUTHEND OF GILBERT):
Motion made by Randy Lloyd, seconded by Louis Ezell to award the contract for the FY 2010-2011 Community Water Enrichment Fund water-main extension project #11-04-569E to the lowest bidder, ABS Utility Construction LLC in the amount of $86,986.75. Motion carried.
INTRODUCE ORD. #326: WATER RATES:
Discussion was held. A public hearing will be held December 8, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at the Gilbert City Hall to consider adopting ordinance #326.
DISCUSS WATER CUSTOMER REPORT:
Discussion was held.
DISCUSS FEDERAL GAS EXCISE TAX RECOVERY:
Motion made by Louis Ezell, seconded by Randy Lloyd to table this issue till December meeting. Motion carried.
ADOPT RESOLUTION ON SLUDGE PERMIT:
Motion made by Louis Ezell, seconded by Kay Dunaway to adopt resolution on sludge permit. Motion carried.
INTRODUCE ORD. #327: INCREASE EACH VIOLATION OF THE LAW:
Discussion was held. A public hearing will be held on December 8, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at the Gilbert City Hall to consider adopting ordinance #327.
DISCUSS ANY OTHER BUSINESS:
DISCUSS CHRISTMAS DINNER:
Discussion was held.
ADJOURNMENT:
Louis Ezell made motion to adjourn. Kay Dunaway seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Mike Stephens, Mayor
Diane Parker, LCMC
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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 No. 326 and Ordinance No. 327, bearing the title:
NOTICE: ORDINANCE #326: ESTABLISHING NEW WATER RATES
ORDINANCE #327: INCREASE VIOLATION OF THE LAW.
After being introduced November 10, 2011 at regular scheduled meeting, a public hearing will be held on December 8, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at the Gilbert City Hall to consider the adoption of said ordinances.
Mike Stephens, Mayor
Diane Parker, LCMC
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Department will accept sealed bids on Wednesday, November 30th, at 10:00 a.m. at the Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Department for the following:
1- 2011 Full Sized Sports Utility Vehicle
Specifications and requirements may be obtained at the Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Office during normal business hours. The Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Department reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids and waives any information. For information contact David Rigdon, Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Department.
11-16, 11-23 2tb
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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, December 8, 2011 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, Winnsboro, Louisiana for the following purpose:
1. Take 3,920 feet of Frank Smith road out of the Parish Road Maintenance System.
2. Take 2,600 feet of C. M. Ashley Road out of the Parish Road Maintenance System.
The Public is invited to attend should you have any protests and/or comments concerning this matter.
Sam Wiggins, Treasurer
Franklin Parish Police Jury
11-16, 11-23 2tb
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SEALED BIDS should be mailed to:
P.O. Box 1300
Winnsboro, Louisiana 71295
Accepted Until:
11 a.m. Wednesday November 30th, 2011
For: Passenger Van
Specifications:
2011 Model
Less than 25,000 Miles
7-8 Passenger
Middle Row Bucket Seats
Late Bids will not be considered.
No bid may be withdrawn for a period of thirty (30) days after receipt of bids.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities incidental thereto. 11-23 1TB
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