NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that, in accordance with L.R.S. 3:1609 and LAC 7:XV.314 (A), the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, Louisiana Boll Weevil Eradication Commission, has established a boll weevil eradication zone, the Louisiana Eradication Zone, consisting of all the territory within the state of Louisiana.
Notice is further given that all producers of commercial cotton in Louisiana are required to participate in the boll weevil eradication program, including cost sharing, in accordance with the Boll Weevil Eradication Law and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, reporting of cotton acreage and destruction of cotton plants and stalks by December 31 of each crop year. A copy of the law and rules and regulations may be obtained from the Boll Weevil Eradication Commission, 5825 Florida Blvd. Ste. 3002, Baton Rouge, La. 70806, telephone number (225) 922-1338.
Notice is also given that the planting of noncommercial cotton is PROHIBITED in Louisiana unless a written waiver is obtained from the Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry in accordance with LAC 7:XV.319(C). To request a waiver, submit a written application to the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, at the address provided in this notice, stating the conditions under which such written waiver is requested.
2/19, 2/26, 3/5
Cost is $25.20
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Federal Emergency Management Agency, the State of Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, the Louisiana Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, the Tensas Parish Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness, as well as, Grand Gulf Nuclear Station / Entergy Operations, Inc. will hold a virtual public meeting via Zoom (https://fema.zoomgov.com/j/1610324594?pwd=f3a2qNAqbueXcWmkokBy4aKW8cqlEG.1,
Call in: 646-828-7666, Meeting ID: 161 032 4594, Passcode: 454743) at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. The meeting will be held to provide an overview of the results of the Radiological Emergency Preparedness exercise conducted with Grand Gulf Nuclear Station on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. For additional information, contact Oscar Martinez, Chairperson, Regional Assistance Committee, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region 6, 800 N. Loop 288, Denton, TX 76209, or call 940-383-7364.
3/5, 3/19
Cost is $19.20
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO INTRODUCE LOCAL BILL
Public notice is hereby given, as required by Article III, Section 13 of the Louisiana Constitution of 1974, of the intention to introduce in the regular session of the Legislature of Louisiana for the year 2025, which is set to convene on April 14, 2025, a bill relative to the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District; to define powers of the district; and to provide for related matters.
2/26, 3/5
Cost is $8:40
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO INTRODUCE LOCAL BILL
Public notice is hereby given, as required by Article III, Section 13 of the Louisiana Constitution of 1974, of the intention to introduce in the regular session of the Legislature of Louisiana for the year 2025, which is set to convene on April 14, 2025, a bill relative to the issuance of bonds by the Tensas Parish Port, Harbor and Terminal District; and to provide for related matters.
2/26, 3/5
Cost is $8.40
TENSAS PARISH POLICE JURY
REGULAR MEETING
February 11, 2025
10:00 AM
The Tensas Parish Police Jury met this day in regular session convened. There were
present the following officers and members to-wit:
Terrence South, Vice-President
Pauline Doyle, Secretary/Treasurer
Members: Billy Joe Arceneaux, Robert Clark, Bill Sid Crigler, Clay Foster, Terrence South, Bubba Rushing (absent), and Alex Watson.
Todd Merriett, Invocation
Billy Joe Arceneaux, Pledge of Allegiance
Guest present were: Todd Merriett, Thelman Bradford, Kiley Sanders, and Hyram Copeland
There were no comments from the general public regarding the agenda item(s).
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Billy Joe Arceneaux, it was agreed to amend the agenda to remove Item #19 from the agenda and add a statement of record. Roll call vote taken: Billy Joe Arceneaux-yes, Robert Clark-yes, Bill Crigler-yes, Clay Foster-yes, Bubba
Rushing-absent, Terrence South-yes, Alex Watson-yes. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Billy Joe Arceneaux, it was unanimously agreed to approve the agenda as printed with the removal of Item #19 and the addition of a statement of record. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Statement of Record: “The Secretary-Treasurer does not agree or sign off on with paragraph 5 on page 6 (raise for employee #1-A) because the proper procedures were not followed.”
Statement of Record: The Vice-President, sitting in for the President over the meeting stated – “I believe that someone is trying to sabotage the Jury.”
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Billy Joe Arceneaux, it was unanimously agreed to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held on January 28, 2025. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Upon a motion by Alex Watson, duly seconded by Bill Crigler, it was unanimously agreed to approve payment of bills as authorized by the Finance Committee. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Presidents Report: No report given
Secretary/Treasurer Report: No report given
Superintendents Report: Todd Merriett updated the Jury on ongoing Maintenance Unit work- report attached.
OEP Report: Kiley Sanders updated the Jury on ongoing OEP activities.
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Alex Watson, it was unanimously agreed to approve the Budget vs. Actual Financial Statements for the period ending January 31, 2025.
Upon a motion by Robert Clark, duly seconded by Bill Crigler, it was unanimously agreed to approve the absence of Billy Joe Arceneaux from the regular meeting held on January 28, 2025. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Upon a motion by Alex Watson, duly seconded by Robert Clark, it was unanimously agreed to approve a request from the Village of Waterproof. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Clay Foster, it was unanimously agreed to approve a Resolution of Appreciation and Dedication to Gail Waters for her service on the Library Board for eighteen years. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, the Tensas Parish Police Jury adopted a Resolution of Appreciation and Dedication for Gail Waters during their Regular meeting held on the 11 day of February, 2025, and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Waters served as a Board Member of the Tensas Parish Library Board from
2007 until 2025, and
WHEREAS, Gail Water’s integrity has earned her the admiration and fondness of all those that worked with her, and
LET IT BE RESOLVED, that the Tensas Parish Police Jury go on record in proclaiming Mrs. Gail Water’s outstanding virtues as a Board Member of the Tensas Parish Library, and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this Body herewith expresses its admiration and appreciation for the fifteen years of faithful, loyal and dedicated service to the Parish, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the original of this Resolution is to be tendered to Gail Waters as an expression of the Tensas Parish Police Jury’s sincerest thankfulness, and
ALSO, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be made a permanent part of thearchives of the Tensas Parish Police Jury by incorporating the same in the minutes of this meeting.
THUS, DONE AND SIGNED, on the 11th day of February, 2025.
/s/ Bubba Rushing
Bubba Rushing, President
/s/ Terrence South
Terrence South, Vice President
/s/ Billy Joe Arceneaux
Juror, Billy Joe Arceneaux
/s/ Bill Sid Crigler
Juror, Bill Sid Crigler
/s/ Robert Clark
Juror, Robert Clark
/s/ Clay Foster
Juror, Clay Foster
/s/ Alex Watson Jr.
Juror, Alex Watson, Jr.
I, Pauline Doyle, Secretary/Treasurer of the Tensas Parish Police Jury, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of a Resolution adopted by the Tensas Parish Police Jury at its Regular Meeting held on the 11th day of February, 2025.
/s/ Pauline Doyle
Pauline Doyle, Assistant Secretary/Treasurer
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Billy Joe Arceneaux, it was unanimously agreed to move the industrial stove from the Community Center to the Sheriff’s office/jail. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Billy Joe Arceneaux, it wasunanimously agreed to auction the broken industrial stove, the water softener system and the2011 Ford F350 pickup truck in March 2025. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Item #19 tabled.
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Billy Joe Arceneaux, it was unanimously agreed to approve a request from the Corps of Engineers for the Goldbottom Project Mooring & Parking on the Mississippi River. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Alex Watson, it was unanimously agreed to approve the L7C, Inc. invoice to update the wireless access point in the Safety Building. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Upon a motion by Bill Crigler, duly seconded by Robert Clark, it was agreed to hire Rozier, McKay, & Willis to conduct the 2024 Audit for the Tensas Parish Police Jury. Roll call vote taken: Billy Joe Arceneaux-yes, Robert Clark-yes, Bill Crigler-yes, Clay Foster-yes, Bubba
Rushing-absent, Terrence South-yes, Alex Watson-yes. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
Upon a motion by Billy Joe Arceneaux, duly seconded by Bill Crigler, it was unanimously agreed to adjourn. Ayes have it. Motion carried.
3/5
Cost is $134.40
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Tensas Parish Police Jury will hold their regular scheduled meeting on March 11, 2025 and March 25, 2025 at 10:00 am in the Tensas Parish Governmental Complex Building, Tensas Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, 212 Hancock Street, Saint Joseph, LA 71366. Anyone needing reasonable accommodation to attend a public meeting held by the Tensas Parish Police Jury should contact Pauline Doyle at 318 766-3542 or by email paulinedoyle@tppj.org or by TTY 1-800-845-5277 at least 5 days prior to the meeting date. If further information is required or needed please contact the above person.
This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider.
3/5
Cost is $13.20