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Public Notices: Tuesday, July 17th, 2012

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

Public Notices Published Tuesday, July 17th, 2012

SHERIFF’S SALE
Guaranty Bank & Trust Co. of Delhi
Vs. No. 42,581
Lonnie Christopher McIlvoy & Ruby Lorilee Mooney McIlvoy
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 25th day of July A.D., 2012, within legal sale hours, the following described property, to-wit:
From an iron pipe at the Southwest Corner of the Southeast One Quarter of Section 29, T 12 N - R9E, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, thence run N 89° 52’03” along the line common to Sections 29 and 32 for 15.00 feet to a point and THE POINT OF BEGINNING; thence turn and run N 1°11’49” W along the centerline of Dean Lake Road for 113.97 feet to a point; thence run S 87°17’10” E for 534.40 feet to an iron pipe; thence run S 21°28’49” W for 260.06 feet to a point in the centerline of River Road, thence run N 70°47’32” W along the said centerline of River Road for 242.15 feet to a point at the PC of a curve to the left; thence run in a northwesterly direction along the said centerline being in a curve and having a radius of 3706.01 feet, the chord being N 72°16’11” W 191.11 feet for 191.13 feet to a point at the PT of said curve; thence run N 73°44’49” W along the said centerline for 26.37 feet to a point in the aforesaid centerline of the Dean Lake Road; thence turn N 1°11’49” W along the said centerline for 8.11 feet to a point in the line common to said Sections 29 and 32 and The Point of Beginning. The above described tract of land is situated in a portion of the Southwest One Quarter of the Southeast One Quarter of Section 29 and a portion of the Northwest One Quarter of the Northeast One Quarter of Section 32, T 12 N -R9 E, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, containing 2.095 acre as surveyed by Frank L. Messinger, Professional Land Surveyor and is subject to the right-of-way of the River and Dean Lake Roads.
Seized in this above styled suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Kevin W. Cobb, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
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SHERIFF’S SALE
Citizens Progressive Bank
Vs. No. 42,580
Unopened Succession of Alvin R. Tarver
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 25th day of July A.D., 2012, within legal sale hours, the following described property, to-wit:
A certain tract or parcel of land located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW/4 of NE/4) of Section 3, T13N, R7E, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, being described as follows, to-wit: Commence at the Southeast Corner of the NW/4 of the NE/4 of Section 3, T13N, R7E, and run in a Westerly direction along the South boundary of the NW/4 of the NE/4 of Section 3, a distance of 413.58 feet and the Point of Beginning; thence continue in a Westerly direction along the South boundary of the NW/4 of the NE/4 Section 3 a distance of 130 feet; thence turn a right deflection angle of 90°00’ and run in a Northerly direction a distance of 421.30 feet; thence turn a right deflection angle of 90°00’ and run in a Easterly direction a distance of 130 feet; thence turn a right deflection angle of 90°00’ and run in a Southerly direction a distance of 421.30 feet and back to the Point of Beginning, containing 1.26 acres, more or less.
Seized in this above styled suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Kevin W. Cobb, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
6-20 & 7-18 2tp
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SHERIFF’S SALE
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. S/B/M Chase Home Finance, LLC.
Vs. No. 42,585
Estate of Grant Barton Whistler A/K/A Grant Whistler and Brenda Zoe Whistler A/K/A Brenda Zoey Whistler A/K/A Brenda Whistler
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 25th day of July A.D., 2012, within legal sale hours, the following described property, to-wit:
A certain parcel of land situated in the East one-half of the Northwest quarter (E 1/2 of NW 1/4) Section 27, Township 13 North, Range 7 East, described as follows:
Begin at a point in the centerline of parish highway number 7905 right of way (Dummy Line Road) where the same intersects the centerline of a drainage canal running in a Northwesterly direction and southeasterly direction across the East one-half of Northwest quarter for a point of beginning, thence run in a northerly direction along the centerline of Highway 7905, a distance of 420 feet, thence in a westerly direction parallel to the south boundary of East one-half of Northwest Quarter (E 1/2 of NW 1/4) a distance of 256 feet, more or less, to a point in the center of the above described drainage canal, thence in a southeasterly direction along the centerline of said drainage canal approximately 490 feet to the point of beginning, containing 1.20 acres, more or less.
Seized in this above styled suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Kevin W. Cobb, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
6-20 & 7-18 2tp
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 18, 2012
6:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, met in regular session on Monday, June 18, 2012, 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, Rex McCarthy
Absent: None
Motion by Gill, second by Johnson to approve the minutes of the regular session held on May 21, 2012. Unanimously approved.
Mayor Johnson recognized employees, Phillip Robinson, Phillip Hutto, and Billy Bell, that had received awards in the Water Department, Water Plant Department & Waste Water Treatment Department. Also receiving awards but not in attendance were Jay Marshal and Craig Newton.
Kim Kimbrough informed the Board and audience of a golf tournament to be held at Twin Oaks Country Club as a fund raiser for the animal shelter.
CARL BREHM – EXEMPTION REQUEST TO ORDINANCE NO. 952:
Mr. Carl Brehm asked for an exemption to Ordinance No. 952 which was recently adopted to prohibit the sale of animals in parking lots and along the road. The ordinance, as written, prohibits him from selling birds at his business located in Winnsboro. City Attorney Tab Singer suggested to grant him an exception and bring an amendment to the ordinance to be considered for adoption. Motion by Gill, second by McCarthy and unanimously approved.
PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 953:
A public hearing was held at this time for comments on the budget for the 2012/2013 fiscal year. No comments were made at this time. Motion by McCarthy to adopt Ordinance No. 953. Motion failed for lack of second. Johnson made a motion to have a special called meeting at a later date to allow the Board more time to review the budget. Second by Gill and unanimously approved.
ALCOHOL LICENSE:
Upon the recommendation of Chief Lester Thomas a motion was made by Gill, second by Dumas and unanimously approved to issue an alcohol license to Clifton Reynolds, D/B/A Johnny’s Lounge.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-0601:
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, convened in regular session this 18th day of June 2012, that the Franklin Sun be appointed as official journal of the City of Winnsboro and that Ms. Sam Hanna be appointed as official printer for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013.
On a motion by Mahoney, second by Gill, the above resolution was passed on this 18th day of June 2012, by the following vote:
Yeas: Mahoney, Dumas, Johnson, Gill, McCarthy
Nays: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 12-0602:
WHEREAS, Section 7 and 8 of Act 39 of the Legislature and all amendments thereto require that all public bodies receiving and disbursing public funds be and they are hereby required under this act to appoint a fiscal agent or depository; and
WHEREAS, at this time, the City of Winnsboro is without a fiscal agent or depository for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, in regular session convened this 18th day of June, 2012, that the Franklin State Bank and Trust Company, Winnsboro State Bank and Trust Company, Progressive Bank and Citizens Progressive Bank be appointed as fiscal agents of the City of Winnsboro. That all funds handled by the City of Winnsboro be divided between said banks on a percentage of each State of Louisiana Banking department each quarter and published in the Franklin Sun. The demand and Certificates of Deposit shall be divided between the banks on the published Report of Conditions of the banks. That the investments in the Certificates of Deposit with each bank bear an interest rate equal to the U.S. Treasury Bill rate on the day of investment insofar as the interest rate paid on the Certificates of Deposit will be in compliance with the federal regulation pertaining to interest rates.
On a motion by Gill, second by Johnson the above resolution was passed this 18th day of June, 2012, by the following vote:
Yeas: Mahoney, Dumas, Johnson, Gill, McCarthy
Nays: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 12-0603:
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE SYSTEMS SURVEY AND COMPLIANCE QUESTIONNAIRE FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2013.
WHEREAS, the State Legislative Auditor required the local governing body to adopt the Systems Survey and Compliance Questionnaire.
NOW BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, by the Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, in regular session convened this 18th day of June 2012, that they do hereby adopt the Systems Survey and Compliance Questionnaire required by the State Legislative Auditor.
On a motion by Dumas, second by Mahoney, the above resolution was passed on this the 18th day of June 2012, by the following vote:
Yeas: Mahoney, Dumas, Johnson, Gill, McCarthy
Nays: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 12-0604:
A resolution approving the policies and procedures for Police Department, City Court, and City Hall. Motion by Dumas, second by Gill, to table this until they have thoroughly reviewed this information. Unanimous.
LARRY NELSON:
Mr. Larry Nelson submitted a letter asking for permission to access his property on Mike Street. Motion by Mahoney, second by Gill and unanimously approved to grant permission as long as he meets the requirements of City of Winnsboro and Superintendent Skipper Stinson.
INTRODUCE ORDINANCE TO REGULATE SOLICITATION ON PUBLIC ROADWAYS:
Motion by Gill, second by McCarthy and unanimously approved to introduce the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE TO REGULATE SOLICITATION ON PUBLIC ROADWAYS LOCATED WITH IN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF WINNSBORO.
CEDRIC FLOYD:
Mr. Cedric Floyd appeared before the Board with information regarding the redistricting after the 2010 Census that will have to be implemented and approved before the next election.
HUMANE OFFICER REPORT:
Russell Grant gave an activity report for the City of Winnsboro Animal Facility. Motion by Johnson, second by McCarthy and unanimously approved to accept the report.
COMMUNITY CENTER REPORT:
Alice Wallace gave a monthly activity report on the Jack Hammons Community Center. She informed the Board that the community center committee will be meeting to discuss new guidelines and regulations for the center. Mahoney questioned the law on consumption of alcohol at the community center. Attorney Singer agreed to research the law on this issue.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REPORT:
Billy Cobb updated the Board on a project to improve the guest/lounge area of the airport. He also informed the Board of available funds through USDA for infrastructure in Winnsboro.
POLICE CHIEF MONTHLY REPORT:
Chief Lester Thomas gave a monthly activity report for the City of Winnsboro Police Department. Motion by Mahoney, second by Johnson to accept the report. Unanimously approved.
FIRE CHIEF MONTHLY REPORT:
Chief Truman Welch gave a monthly activity report for the City of Winnsboro Fire Department. Motion by McCarthy, second by Johnson to accept the report. Unanimously approved.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS:
Roxy Fletcher gave a monthly financial report. Motion by McCarthy, second by Johnson to accept the reports. Unanimously approved.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no more business to come before the board at this time, the Mayor adjourned the meeting.
Roxy Fletcher Jackie R. Johnson
City Clerk Mayor
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CITY OF WINNSBORO
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
JUNE 26, 2012
4:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Winnsboro, Louisiana, met in a special called meeting on Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at 4:00 PM at the Mayor’s Office, 3814 Front Street, Winnsboro, Louisiana, with Mayor Jackie R. Johnson presiding.
Aldermen present: Richard Mahoney, John Dumas, Betty Johnson, Craig Gill, Rex McCarthy
Absent: None
PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 953
A public hearing was held for discussion on the proposed budget for 2012/2013 fiscal year. Mayor informed the Board that he had concerns about the annual donations to Main Street and Economic Development Foundation.
Motion by Dumas, second by Johnson and unanimously approved to add to the agenda the discussion of the cooperative endeavor agreement between the City of Winnsboro and Franklin Parish Economic Development Foundation.
Motion by Dumas, second by Johnson and unanimously approved to authorize Mayor to sign this cooperative endeavor agreement after it has been reviewed.
Gill discussed his concerns on the budget containing $140,000 more in transfers from the Sales Tax Fund to the General Fund than what is budgeted for revenue from sales tax. He also was concerned with increase in salary expenses and fringe benefits.
Motion by Johnson, second by McCarthy to adopt Ordinance No. 953.
Yeas: Johnson, McCarthy
Nays: Mahoney, Dumas, Gill
Absent: None
Motion failed.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-0604:
Motion by Johnson, second by Gill and unanimously approved to adopt Resolution No. 12-0604 stating the policies and procedures for the City of Winnsboro Police Department, City Court and City Hall.
AIRPORT:
Billy Cobb discussed the improvements to the airport guest/lounge area. Motion by McCarthy, second by Mahoney and unanimously approved to authorize disbursement of funds from Industrial Fund up to $10,000 for airport renovations. This will be for purchase of materials and the City will use inmate labor for construction. Mr. Cobb also discussed the possibility of an FAA grant to fund up to 50% of this project.
WINNSBORO RUBBER RECYCLING:
Motion by Gill, second by Johnson and unanimously approved to authorize Mayor Johnson to pursue collection of $30,000 due from Winnsboro Rubber Recycling.
INSURANCE:
Mr. Cobb updated the Board on the City’s status on denial of insurance reimbursement for the replacement of air conditioning/heating equipment at the old garment plant building due to theft. The replacement cost for this equipment would be approximately $200,000. Motion by Gill, second by McCarthy and unanimously approved to proceed with any possible legal action.
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion by Gill, second by Mahoney to adjourn.
Roxy Fletcher Jackie R. Johnson
City Clerk Mayor
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SHERIFF PUBLIC SALE
The Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Department will offer for sale at public auction at the Franklin Parish Courthouse in the City Winnsboro on Wednesday, the 25th of July, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., the following described surplus and seized property, to-wit: SURPLUS: 2005 Dodge Durango, 2004 Dodge Durango 4WD, 2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
SEIZED: 2011 Ford 150 Lariat Limited.
This property will be available for public inspection on Tuesday, the 24th of July, 2012, between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Terms of sale; cash. Any questions please contact David Rigdon at 318-435-9735. 7-11/7-18 2tb
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
LEASE PROPOSAL NUMBER RL-849
Sealed bids for the lease of usable space consisting of approximately 4,901 squire feet of office space, PLUS INTERNAL CIRCULATION to house approximately 25 employees for the Department of Children & Family Services, Office of Child Welfare and Office of Economic Stability & Self Sufficiency, within an area bounded by: Beginning at the intersection of Riser Road and Prairie Road north to its intersection with McCaleb Road, along McCaleb Road west to its intersection with Merrells Street, along Merrells Street until it becomes Polk Street, along Polk Street to its intersection with Lone Cedar Road, along Lone Cedar Road north to its intersection with Gwin Street, back along Lone Cedar Road south to its intersection with Taylor Avenue, along Taylor Avenue east to its intersection with Front Street, along Front Street north to its intersection with Fair Avenue, along Fair Avenue east to its intersection with Alice Shaw Road, continuing along Fair Avenue south to its intersection with Kinloch Street, along Kinloch Street east to its intersection with Main Street, along Main Street east to its intersection with Loop Road, along Loop Road south to its intersection with Front Street, along Front Street south to its intersection with Riser Road, along Riser Road back to its intersection with Prairie Road, (properties facing both sides of boundary streets are acceptable) Winnsboro, Louisiana, will be received by the State of Louisiana, Division of Administration, Facility of Planning and Control, real Estate Leasing Section, Post Office Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70804-9095.
Bids will be opened on Thursday, August 23, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., by the Real Estate Leasing Section, at 1201 North Third Street, Claiborne Building, 1st Floor, James Monroe Room, room 1-145, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802-5243.
Necessary documents needed to submit a bid in response to this solicitation or any information relative thereto may be obtained from Danny Taylor, Division of Administration, Facility Planning and Control, Real Estate Leasing Section, Post Office Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70804-9095, telephone number (225)342-0846.
Any person requiring special accommodations shall notify Facility Planning and Control of the type(s) of accommodation(s) required not less than seven (7) days before the bid opening.
Division of Administration
Facility Planning and Control
Real Estate Leasing Section
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Legal Notice
NOTICE IS GIVEN pursuant to Section 21(D) of Article IV of the Louisiana Constitution for 1974 that AT&T Louisiana has filed a tariff with the Louisiana Public Service Commission on July 6, 2012. This filing increases the rate in Zone 1 exchanges to $7.86 per month, and the rate in Zone 2 and 3 exchanges to $6.82 per month for Residence Local Optional Service (LOS) Option B and also increases the rate to $11.75 for Expanded Local Area Calling, effective July 22, 2012. If you wish additional information regarding this tariff filing, you may contact your AT&T Louisiana representative.
AT&T Louisiana
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NOTICE
I, Justin Caudle, have been convicted of 14:80 CARNAL KNOWLEDGE OF A JUVENILE on June 11, 2012.
My address is: 4919 Hwy. 132, Baskin, LA 71219.
RACE: Caucasian
Sex: Male
DOB: 09/27/1986
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 160
Hair color: Brown
Eye Color: Blue
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Franklin Parish Police Jury
Regular Meeting
June 28, 2012 @ 6:00Pm
The Franklin Parish Police Jury met in Regular Session on Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, located at 6558 Main Street, Winnsboro, LA with the following Jurors present, Honorable Ricky Campbell, President, K.W. “Buddy” Parks, Vice President, James Harris, Joe Lewis, W.H. “Rawhide” Robinson, and Troy Hendry. Juror Scott entered the meeting at 6:09pm.
The motion to approve the agenda was made by Juror Parks, seconded by Juror Harris, followed by a unanimous vote of approval.
Juror Hendry made the motion to approve the minutes of the May 10, April 23, and June 22 meetings. Juror Robinson seconded the motion followed with a unanimous vote of approval.
Mrs. Allison with the LSU Ag Center updated the Jurors on the many projects handled by their office.
Leodis Norman asked the Jurors to approve a fund raiser to be held at Nolan Norman park in Wisner on July 7, 2012. Juror Harris made the motion for the fund raiser to be held if Mr. Norman complies with providing liability insurance, and signing an agreement prohibiting alcohol, providing 4 deputies for the duration of the event, and a hold harmless clause. The jury also approved the rental of the necessary equipment to repair electrical issues at the park. The jury instructed the Parish Superintendent to supply Mr. Norman with an employee to operate the rental equipment. The jury also instructed Mr. Norman to hire a licensed electrician.
Visitors: Calvin Johnson asked for an update on the Ellis Lane LASTEP application. The Jurors and the Parish Engineer explained to Mr. Johnson the lengthy process at which the grant requirements entail. The parish is awaiting a response from the State. Mr. Johnson also informed the jury that there is a large dip at the intersection of Ellis Lane and Lishman Road that needs attention. Mr. Johnson also requested that the jury look at the area of the chip sealed road that has deteriorated.
Mr. Jessy Lemle approached the jury last June requesting a park be constructed at the expense of the parish. The parish does not own land in that area. The recreation committee will discuss the possibility at the July meeting.
Juror Scott made the motion that the money allocated to Credit and Rollins park be held and added to the 2013 allocation. The funds allocated for 2012 is not sufficient to purchase proper playground equipment. Juror Parks seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
Juror Scott offered the motion to ask the parish engineer to research the effectiveness and expense of a retention pond in Franklin Parish. Juror Hendry seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
Juror Parks made the motion to open the public hearing regarding amending the Road Criteria Ordinance. Juror Robinson seconded the motion with all voting in agreement. With no comments being offered, Juror Parks made the motion to close the public hearing. Juror Robinson seconded the motion followed with all voting in agreement. Juror Robinson offered the motion to approve the amended ordinance as presented. Juror Parks seconded his motion with all voting in accord.
Juror Parks offered the motion to open a public hearing regarding an ordinance prohibiting firearms and other dangerous item in the courthouse. Juror Harris seconded the motion with all voting in accord. With no comments being offered, Juror Robinson offered the motion to close the public hearing. Juror Harris made the motion to approve the ordinance as presented. Juror Robinson seconded the motion followed by a unanimous vote of approval.
Jurors Hendry and Robinson accepted the appointment to the RC&D board. The motion was offered by Juror Parks, seconded by Juror Harris, followed with a unanimous vote.
Mr. Huff withdrew his resignation prior to the beginning of the meeting. The parish Secretary Treasurer asked the permission of the jury to advertise for a certified wastewater operator if or when the resignation request is made. Motion by Parks, second by Robinson, followed by a unanimous vote.
Juror Robinson offered the motion to approve the bid received by Fresh Start to perform cleaning services for the Health Unit. The second was given by Juror Harris with all voting in agreement.
The motion to authorize the Health Unit to advertise for a certified medical assistant to replace Mrs. Jordan was offered by Juror Parks, seconded by Juror Scott, followed by all voting in agreement.
Juror Hendry made the motion to approve the request for hardship driveways for Ida Scott and Doris Netherland contingent upon the drives meeting the criteria defined by the parish ordinance. Juror Harris seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
Juror Scott offered the motion to approve a resolution of support on behalf of Vietnam veterans. Juror Robinson seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
Juror Scott offered the motion to approve Resolution 435 authorizing the Parish President to sign all documents pertaining to grant funding that has been approved by the jury. Juror Robinson seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
US Postal Request – the request was complied with before the June meeting.
The Jury members will speak with Senator Riser and Representative Pylant regarding Raspberry Bridge.
The jury members agree to allow Mr. Roy to plant specific trees at Turkey Creek Park. The Secretary/Treasurer has been instructed to confer with Mrs. Allison.
Donation of time from one employee to another shall be restricted to extreme circumstances. The personnel committee will discuss it at their next meeting.
The motion for the Franklin Sun to be designated as the official journal of the parish was offered by Juror Hendry, seconded by Juror Robinson with all voting in agreement.
The Superintendent’s report was reviewed and discussed by the jury. Juror Parks offered the motion to approve the work schedule as presented. Juror Scott seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
Public Works committee meeting minutes were reviewed and discussed.
Purchasing committee meeting minutes were reviewed and discussed. Juror Harris explained that the original trucks approved for purchase through the LGAP allocation were no longer available. Juror Hendry offered the motion to purchase the trucks that Mr. Harris stated that are available. Juror Robinson seconded the motion with all voting in agreement. Juror Scott offered the motion to award the material bids to the lowest bidder. The second was by Juror Parks with all voting in agreement.
Personnel Committee – Juror Harris offered the motion to hire Mr. Temple as seasonal bush hog operator per the terms outlined in the committee minutes. Juror Robinson seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
Juror Parks offered the motion to accept the recommendation of the committee as outlined in the committee minutes regarding Mr. Lachney. Juror Robinson seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
Juror Robinson offered the motion to accept the recommendation of the committee as outlined in the committee minutes regarding Mr. Guillot. Juror Hendry seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
Juror Harris offered the motion regarding the Parish Clerk as outlined in the committee minutes. Juror Parks seconded the motion with all voting in agreement.
Financials/Budgets were presented to all jurors
Letters of interest were reviewed.
There being no further business, Juror Parks made the motion to adjourn, and Juror Harris seconded the motion, followed by a unanimous vote of approval.
SamWiggins Ricky Campbell
Secretary/Treasurer President
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SHERIFF’S SALE
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
Vs. No. 42,632
Todd Allen Valentine and Jacqueline Hibbard Valentine
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 22nd day of August A.D., 2012, within legal sale hours, the following described property, to-wit:
One lot or parcel of land in the Town of Wisner, Louisiana, described as Beginning at the Northeast Corner of Southeast Quarter of Northwest Quarter (SE 1/4 of NW 1/4) of Section 33, Township 12 North Range 8 East, and Run South 1152-4/10 feet to a point of beginning; thence continue South 208-7/10 feet; West 417-4/10 feet; thence North 208-7/10 feet to Street which point is 50 feet South of the Southwest corner of the lot sold to Dr. W.A. Mecom; thence East along South side of Street to point of beginning. Being the same land sold to T.B. Gilbert by E.A. Bennett February 8, 1922, Book “9” folio 369.
Seized in this above styled suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Kevin W. Cobb, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
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SHERIFF’S SALE
Deutache Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee (Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely As Trustee), in Trust for Registered Holders of VCM Trust Series 2009-2
Vs. No. 42,634
Ramona Lynn Enterkin A/K/A Ramona Lynn Boone Enterkin A/K/A Ramona Enterkin and Mark Steven Enterkin A/K/A Mark Enterkin
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 22nd day of August A.D., 2012, within legal sale hours, the following described property, to-wit:
A certain trace or parcel of land containing 1.80 acres, more or less, situated in the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of SW 1/4) of Section 34, Township 15 North, Range 7 East, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, being more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at a found one and one quarter inch (1-1/4”) iron pipe marking the Southwest corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of SW 1/4) of said Section 34, run North 00 degrees 51 minutes 21 seconds East along the West boundary of said Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of SW 1/4) a distance of 59.40 feet to a found five eights inch (5/8”) rebar; thence continue North 00 degrees 51 minutes 21 seconds East, along the west boundary of said Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of SW 1/4), a distance of 751.78 feet to a point in the centerline of a drainage ditch running in a Easterly and Westerly direction; thence run North 61 degrees 32 minutes 14 seconds East along the centerline of said drainage ditch, a distance of 713.63 feet to a point; thence run North 68 degrees 44 minutes 24 seconds East, along the centerline of said drainage ditch, a distance of 122.33 feet to a point; thence run North 78 degrees 26 minutes 09 seconds East, along the centerline of said drainage ditch, distance of 773.53 feet to a found five-eights inch (5/8”) rebar on the west right-of-way line of Route Louisiana Highway 15; thence run south 18 degrees 45 minutes 40 seconds East, along the west right-of-way line of said Route Louisiana Highway 15 a distance of 107.30 feet to a set five-eights inch (5/8”) rebar and the POINT OF BEGINNING:
Thence continue South 18 degrees 45 minutes 40 seconds East along the west right-of-way line of said Route Louisiana Highway 15 a distance of 207.93 feet to a found five-eights (5/8”) rebar marking the northeast corner of 1.24 acre tract owned by Henry Wade III recorded in Book 354 Page 107 of the Conveyance Records of Franklin Parish, Louisiana; thence run South 74 degrees 14 minutes 28 seconds West, along the north boundary of said Wade 1.24 acre tract a distance of 378.29 feet to a set five-eights inch (5/8”) rebar; thence run North 18 degrees 45 minutes 40 seconds West parallel with the west right-of-way line of Route Louisiana Highway 15 a distance of 207.93 feet to a set five-eights inch (5/8”) rebar; thence run North 74 degrees 14 minutes 28 seconds East, a distance of 378.29 feet back to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
Seized in this above style suit. Terms of sale, cash, with the benefit appraisement.
Kevin W. Cobb, Sheriff
Sheriff’s Office, Winnsboro, La.
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VILLAGE OF BASKIN
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
July 10, 2012
The Mayor and Council of the Village of Baskin met in regular session on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at 5 p.m., at the Village of Baskin Town Hall.
Present: Mayor Jean Clark and Council Members Marie Barber and Larry LaBorde.
Also present: Town Clerk, Chief of Police and others.
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 regular council meeting were presented.
Marie Barber moved to accept the minutes. Larry LaBorde seconded the motion. 2 yeas. 0 nays, 1 absent.
OLD BUSINESS:
Council adopted the Amendment to the Fine List Ordinance. It was amended to reflect changes in fees. Motion to adopt was made by Larry LaBorde. Marie Barber seconded the motion. 2 yeas. 0 nays, 1 absent.
NEW BUSINESS:
Marie Barber made a motion to pay all bills and obligations. Larry LaBorde seconded the motion. 2 yeas. 0 nays. 1 absent.
An increase in community center rental fees were discussed by the council.
Marie Barber made a motion. Larry LaBorde seconded the motion. 2 yeas. 0 nays, 1 absent.
Rental of the community center to a local hunting club was discussed by the council. Larry LaBorde made a motion to rent the center to the hunting club on a trial basis. Marie Barber seconded the motion. 2 yeas, 0 nays, 1 absent.
Purchase of new overhead doors for the Fire Department was brought before the council for discussion. Larry LaBorde made a motion to purchase the overhead doors. Marie Barber seconded the motion. 2 yeas, 0 nays, 1 absent.
POLICE REPORT:
Chief Barber reported that the department is doing well. He reported that the new patrol car is scheduled to be built at the end of the month.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Chief Bobby Fife told that there is a burn ban at this time and there shall be no burning. Chief also advised that the oil and filter needs to be changed in all the trucks. A fundraiser calendar is currently being made. The volunteer firefighters continue to participate in training.
Further Business:
The sale of the patrol care - 2008 Dodge Charger was discussed and will be sold to another Municipality. Larry LaBorde made a motion to sell the patrol car. Marie Barber seconded the motion. 2 yeas, 0 nays, 1 absent.
Having no further business, Mayor Clark requested a motion to adjourn the meeting. Marie Barber moved that the meeting end. Larry LaBorde seconded the motion. The Council meeting closed at 5:25 p.m.
Merlyn Ritchie, Clerk
Jean Clark, Mayor
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NOTICE
Sealed bids for the following will be received by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Procurement Section, Headquarters Administration Building, 1201 Capitol Access Road, 4th Floor East Wing S-447, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, Telephone number (225/379-1444) until 10:00 a.m., FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2012. No bids will be accepted after this hour. At 10:00 a.m. of the same day and date, they will be publicly opened and read in the Headquarters Administration Building, 4th Floor East Wing S-447.
SOLICITATION/RFx NUMBER 3000001270
ANNUAL CONTRACT TO FURNISHING ASPHALTIC MIXTURE FOR COLD APPLICATION FOR A PERIOD OF TWELVE (12) MONTHS BEGINNING DATE OF AWARD AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2013.
The Department will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder without discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, political affiliation or disabilities. Minority business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids pursuant to this advertisement.
Full information, specifications and Solicitation/RFx forms may be obtained by accessing the bid number in LaPac at www.prd.doa.louisiana.gov/osp/lapac/pubmain.asp or the purchasing section listed from the above address.
Bids must be submitted on Solicitation/RFx forms provided by the Department. Evidence of authority to submit the bid shall be required in accordance with R.S. 39:1594.
The Department reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive any informalities.
Sherri H. LeBas, P.E.
Secretary, LADOTD
Carla J. Parent, CPPB
DOTD Procurement Director
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
A Public Hearing will be held as follows:
Date of Hearing: August 6, 2012
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Place: Franklin Parish School board Complex, 7293 Prairie Road, Winnsboro, LA 71295, Board Room
Review of 2012/2013 General Fund and Consolidate Budget
Edwin Ray Bryan Jr., President Franklin Parish School Board
7293 Prairie Road
Winnsboro, LA 71295
318-435-9046.
The proposed budget is available for public inspection at the school board office.
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