November 6, 2003
Lake Charles, Louisiana
The Police Jury of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, met in Regular Session at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2003, in the Police Jury Meeting Room of the Parish Government Building, 1015 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, with The Honorable Chuck Kleckley, President, presiding, and the following members present:
Mesdames Luvertha August, Elizabeth Conway Griffin, and Sandra J. Treme; and Messrs. Francis Andrepont, Calvin Collins, Mike Danahay, Chris Landry, Charles S. Mackey, D.D.S., Don Manuel, Hal McMillin, and Cornie Moon
Absent: Messrs. Algie Breaux (ill), Enos Derbonne (business), Brent Clement (death in family)
Also present were Mr. S. Mark McMurry, Parish Administrator, Mr. Bryan Beam, Assistant Administrator, Mrs. Coleen Clark, Executive Secretary, Mr. Richard Gremillion, Director of Emergency Preparedness, Mr. Ed McGuire of the firm of Plauche, Smith and Nieset, General Counsel, Mr. Jerry Milner, Director of Finance, Mr. Claude D. Smart, Parish Engineer, Mr. Gerry Trahan, Director of Facilities Management, and Mr. Jim Vickers, Director of Planning and Development.
President Kleckley called the meeting to order. The invocation was pronounced by Mr. Manuel which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mr. Manuel. The roll was called with the result being as outlined above.
President Kleckley welcomed everyone in attendance and asked those who would like to address the Police Jury to fill out a “Request to Appear” form and submit it to the staff. He also asked that all cellular telephones and pagers be turned off or set on a suitable mode so they would not interrupt the meeting.
President Kleckley advised that bids would be received and opened at this time, as advertised in accordance with law for action to be taken at 5:30 p.m., for an oil, gas, and mineral lease on certain roads and/or streets in Bayou Guy Subdivision located in Sections 4 and 5, Township 11 South, Range 9 West, in Ward Three (Police Jury District 9).
Mr. McMurry then proceeded to open the only bid received which was submitted by Mayne and Mertz, the details of which are set forth in the following resolution which was adopted upon motion made by Mr. Andrepont, seconded by Mrs. August, and carried unanimously:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, convened in regular session on the 6th day of November, 2003, that it does hereby accept the bid of Mayne and Mertz, Inc. on a mineral lease on the following described property, to-wit:
Tract 1: that certain tract of land containing 0.86 acres, more or less, situated in the West Half of the Northwest Quarter (W/2 of NW/4) of Section 4 and in the East Half of the Northeast Quarter (E/2 NE/4) of Section 5, Township 11 South, Range 9 West, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly identified as a street known as Wilder Road and all adjacent and adjoining easements as shown on a plat survey dated June 3, 1971, prepared by Philip L. Whitaker and recorded in Plat Book 22, Page 8, bearing File No. 1214613 of the conveyance records of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
Tract 2: that certain tract of land containing 1.04 acres, more or less, situated in the East Half of the Northeast Quarter (E/2 NE/4) of Section 5, Township 11 South, Range 9 West, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly identified as a street known as Ford Road and all adjacent and adjoining easements as shown on a plat of survey dated June 3, 1971, prepared by Philip L. Whitaker and recorded in Plat Book 22, Page 8, bearing File No. 1214613 of the conveyance records of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
All tracts and/or parcels of land described above containing 1.90 acres, more or less for a three-year lease with a cash bonus of Nine Hundred Fifty and no/100 ($950.00) and an annual rental of Nine Hundred Fifty and no/100 ($950.00), and with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury to receive 25% of all oil produced and saved or utilized, 25% of all gas produced and saved or utilized, 25% of all sulphur produced and saved, and 25% of all other liquid or gaseous hydrocarbon minerals produced and saved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the President of the Police Jury, or his designee, when appropriate, is authorized to execute all documents related thereto.
THUS DONE AND PASSED on the date above inscribed.
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President Kleckley asked that Mrs. August join him at the podium to recognize the following persons for their patriotic service to the community in connection with the Avenue of Flags commemorative displays at Graceland Cemetery in Lake Charles: Donald T. Rigler, Joseph M. Jobe, Bradford H. Mayo, and Ted P. Harless, Jr., Director.
President Kleckley stated that the flag displays were put up every Memorial Day and Veterans Day at Graceland Cemetery, and it was one of the largest displays of American flags in the United States. He then asked Mrs. August, in whose district the cemetery was located, to present the individual certificates.
Mrs. August expressed her appreciation for the displays, stating that it was a source of great joy to see the flags flying all day on Memorial Day and Veterans Day, as well as a joy to see the number of people who recognize the veterans for their efforts. Mrs. August also stated that she hoped that the displays would continue, even after those who were currently involved could no longer do them, because it was a great asset to the community.
She then read aloud the certificate and presented a copy to Mr. Donald T. Rigler, Mr. Joseph M. Jobe, Mr. Bradford H. Mayo, and Mr. Ted P. Harless, Jr. The certificates expressed the Police Jury’s grateful acknowledgment and appreciation of each person’s hard work and tireless efforts as a member of The Oliver Pollock Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, and more particularly, for their patriotic contribution to the commemorative Avenue of Flags displays at Graceland Cemetery in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
President Kleckley advised that Mr. Harless had been director of the display for several years and its success was attributable in large part to his organizational skills and leadership. He asked Mr. Harless to give a brief history of the display.
Mr. Harless stated that they were very honored and humbled to be recognized by the Police Jury for their efforts in this regard. He advised that the Avenue of Flags display was started in 1983 by the Oliver Pollock Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution with 50 flags. Mr. Harless pointed out that today there were over 600 flags involved in the display, each of which had at one time adorned a casket of a veteran. Mr. Harless explained that the families of these veterans had donated the flags to his organization and in turn, they were flown on Veterans Day and Memorial Day. He also stated that he and his organization enjoyed showing their patriotism in this manner, and the popularity of the displays demonstrated the patriotism of the residents of Lake Charles and the surrounding community.
President Kleckley advised that a presentation would be given at this time by the staff regarding proposed improvements to Intracoastal Park in Ward Four and that Mr. Frank LaBarbera, Mr. Chuck Grant, and Mr. Roger Henson, representing Chemical Waste Management, Inc., would appear before the Police Jury in relation thereto.
Mr. McMurry advised that it was a little unusual, with a Budget Committee meeting coming up in the near future, to pre-empt what would normally take place at such a meeting but that one of the many improvements to be included in the Parish’s fiscal year 2004 budget included improvements to Intracoastal Park just east of Ellender Bridge.
Mr. McMurry explained that a grant had been obtained to do much of the work at the new Calcasieu Point Landing and that a grant had also been obtained to acquire the Intracoastal Park property from Olin (chemical company). He further explained that the staff had been reluctant to recommend improvements of a permanent nature on the Intracoastal Park property that was being leased but now that it had been purchased, the Parish was in a position to make the park the landmark recreational facility that it deserved to be and one that the people in that area of the Parish had wanted it to be for a long time.
Mr. McMurry presented an aerial photograph indicating many of the proposed improvements, as well as the improvements which had already been completed. He advised that the proposed improvements were estimated to cost a little less than $900,000 and that was one of the reasons why this matter was being brought up “out of sync” from the rest of the budget process. Mr. McMurry explained that while the staff felt that a majority of the money for the improvements could come from the riverboat gaming revenues, it was going to be difficult to get to the next level and be able to do all of the improvements but that a local company had “stepped up to the plate”, and he was very appreciative of said company’s interest and energies in that regard.
Mr. Frank LaBarbera, representing Waste Management and its subsidiary, Chemical Waste Management, Inc. (CWMI), appeared before the Police Jury and stated that when he learned that the Parish was going to make some improvements to Intracoastal Park, he met with Mr. Chuck Grant, the District Manager of CWMI, and they requested a corporate donation for this “very worthy project”.
Mr. LaBarbera explained that the park was located “as the crow flies” about three or four miles from CWMI, and his company was proud to be able to help fund improvements such as a pavilion or pavilions so that families, churches, or whomever could have barbeques, crawfish boils, fish fries, etc., and be out of the weather in a nice place that could be easily cleaned. Mr. LaBarbera stated that the donation would also help fund the parking area and playground area.
Mr. LaBarbera stated that in the spirit of being a good corporate citizen, his company was very happy to donate these funds to the people of the Parish, and they hoped the citizens would enjoy the park for many years to come.
Mr. LaBarbera then introduced Mr. Chuck Grant, District Manager of CWMI, who appeared before the Police Jury and stated he was pleased to announce that CWMI was donating $250,000 toward the improvements at Intracoastal Park. Mr. Grant advised that CWMI was proud of its commitment to the local area, pointing out that said company had a long tradition of working with both business and the public sector over the past 25 years, and this donation represented a continuation of that commitment to Calcasieu Parish.
Mr. Grant explained that over the past 25 years, the company had participated in various fund raisers, Trash Bash collection events, etc., and that one of the biggest areas in which the company had supported the local community was the Partner in Education Program with W. W. Lewis Elementary School. Mr. Grant stated that CWMI had helped build a wetlands habitat study area on the school campus.
President Kleckley stated that Intracoastal Park was in Mr. Brent Clement’s Police Jury district but unfortunately, Mr. Clement had learned just before the meeting on this date that his brother-in-law had died, and he had to leave. President Kleckley accepted the donation on Mr. Clement’s behalf and expressed his appreciation on behalf of the Police Jury for same.
Motion was made by Mrs. Griffin, seconded by Mrs. August and carried unanimously that the following applications for liquor and beer permits be approved:
Rodney Kershaw d/b/a
501 Hwy. 171 North, Suite B
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Beer – ‘2004 35.00
(Don Manuel’s District)
Sara of Washington, Inc.
Harry L. Shaheen, Jr. – Pres.
2557 Hwy. 171 North
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Beer – ‘2004 35.00
(Don Manuel’s District)
Sara of Washington, Inc.
Harry L. Shaheen, Jr. – Pres.
2577 Hwy. 171 North
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Don Manuel’s District)
Sara of Washington, Inc.
Harry L. Shaheen, Jr. – Pres.
1900 Sam Houston Jones Parkway
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Don Manuel’s District)
Petos, Inc.
Louis W. Sellers – Pres.
104 Bruce Circle
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Don Manuel’s District)
Peto’s Deli, Inc.
Louis W. Sellers – Pres.
104 Bruce Circle, Suite B
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Beer – ‘2004 35.00
(Don Manuel’s District)
Steve Eric Gaudet d/b/a
4199 Hwy. 171 North
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Hal McMillin’s District)
Anthony Boucher d/b/a
242 Hwy. 171 North
Lake Charles, LA 70611 Beer – ‘2004 35.00
(Don Manuel’s District)
Anthony O’Blanc d/b/a
7749 Hwy. 14 East
Hayes, LA 70646 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Algie Breaux’s District)
Harris’ Seafood, Inc.
Matt O’Blanc – Pres.
7591 Hwy. 14 East
Hayes, LA 70646 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Algie Breaux’s District)
Jason Anthony Chapman d/b/a
5122 Hwy. 90 East
Lake Charles, LA 70615 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Calvin Collins’ District)
Jimbo’s Quick Stop, Inc.
James Pousson – Pres.
5402 Common Street
Lake Charles, LA 70605 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. ‘2004 75.00
(Enos Derbonne’s District)
Fuel Stop 36, Inc.
Robert Christman – Sec/Treas.
108 Hwy. 397
Lake Charles, LA 70606 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Calvin Collins’ District)
Bonita Elswick d/b/a
6212 Common Street
Lake Charles, LA 70607 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Enos Derbonne’s District)
Chardele Enterprises, Inc.
Burt Vincent – Manager
CONVENIENCE STORE
560 Hwy. 397
Lake Charles, LA 70615 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Calvin Collins’ District0
Patricia Gaspard d/b/a
9346 Gulf Hwy.
Lake Charles, LA 70607 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. - ‘2004 75.00
(Enos Derbonne’s District)
LJSM, LLC
Michael McVey – Member
4017 East Broad Street
Lake Charles, LA 70615 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Calvin Collins’ District)
No Name Lounge, LLC
Christ P. Kanellakis – Member
6120 Common Street
Lake Charles, LA 70607 Liquor & Beer – ‘2003 135.00
(Enos Derbonne’s District) Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
Tobacco Plus, Inc.
Lazar J. Gielen – Sec./Treas.
800 I-10 West
Westlake, LA 70669 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Mike Danahay’s District)
The Store, Inc.
Duane Owens – Pres.
3558 Hwy. 27 North
Sulphur, LA 70663 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Hal McMillin’s District)
Grand Palais Riverboat, Inc.
Joey Lalonde – Sr. Finance Director
ISLE OF CAPRI CASINO - GRAND VESSEL
100 Westlake Avenue
Westlake, LA 70669 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Mike Danahay’s District)
St. Charles Gaming Co., Inc.
Joey Lalonde – Sr. Finance Director
ISLE OF CAPRI CASINO – CROWN VESSEL
100 Westlake Avenue
Westlake, LA 70669 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Mike Danahay’s District)
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St. Charles Gaming Co., Inc.
Joey Lalonde – Sr. Finance Director
ISLE OF CAPRI CASINO – TERMINAL
100 Westlake Avenue
Westlake, LA 70669 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Mike Danahay’s District0
Circle K Stores, Inc.
Kim Kwiatkowski – Asst. Sec.
2901 Hwy. 90 East
Westlake, LA 70669 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Mike Danahay’s District)
Circle K Stores, Inc.
Kim Kwiatkowski – Asst. Sec.
801 West I-10
Westlake, LA 70669 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Mike Danahay’s District)
Circle K Stores, Inc.
Kim Kwiatkowski – Asst. Sec.
4501 Hwy. 27
Sulphur, LA 70663 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Glenn’s Mart, Grill, & Deli, Inc.
Christal Cormier – Sec./Treas.
2701 Beglis Parkway
Sulphur, LA 70663 Beer – ‘2004 35.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Glenn’s Mart, Grill, & Deli, Inc.
Christal Cormier – Sec./Treas.
CAJUN DELI USA CONVENIENCE STORE
2701 Beglis Parkway
Sulphur, LA 70663 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Mojo, Inc.
Pam Huber – Sec./Treas.
Westlake, LA 70669 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
North American Land Co., Inc.
Claude Leach, Jr. – Pres.
808 Mike Hooks Road
Westlake, LA 70669 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Mike Danahay’s District0
Bayou Oaks Country Club, Inc.
Ross Rigney – Manager
2300 Bon Vie Drive
Sulphur, LA 70665 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District0
Vincent Oil Corporation
Burt Vincent – Pres.
2706 South Beglis Parkway
Sulphur, LA 70665 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Brent Clement’s District0
Vincent Beglis Parkway, Inc.
Burt Vincent – Pres.
2706-A South Beglis Parkway
Sulphur, LA 70665 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Daigle’s Petroleum Sales, Inc.
Randy Daigle – Pres.
1193 Hwy. 12
DeQuincy, LA 70633 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Hal McMillin’s District)
Lynn Dale Havens d/b/a
1198 Hwy. 12
DeQuincy, LA 70633 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Sandy Treme’s District)
Olive D. Hebert d/b/a
2360 Hwy. 109 South
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Hebert’s Bayou Club, Inc.
Jane Hebert – Pres.
2363 Hwy. 109 South
Vinton, LA 70668 Beer – ‘2004 35.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Olive Deaton Hebert d/b/a
2370 Hwy. 109 South
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Tobacco Plus, Inc.
Lazar J. Gielen – Sec./Treas.
2217 Old Hwy. 90
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Steven R. Wells d/b/a
5585 Hwy. 90 West
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Eary Elmer Bennett, Jr. d/b/a
2893 Hwy. 90 West
Vinton, LA 70668 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Francis Andrepont’s District)
Harrington LeBouef Post 9854, Inc.
Reaux F. Frederick – Quartermaster
2292 Hwy. 109 South
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
The Longhorn Truck/Car Plaza, Inc.
Charles Ray Cotton – Pres.
2374 Hwy. 109 South
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
The Longhorn Truck/Car Plaza, Inc.
Charles Ray Cotton – Pres.
CONVENIENCE STORE
2374-A Hwy. 109 South
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Jalou Magic, LLC
Reid Smith – Member
2334 Hwy. 109 South
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Jalou Magic, LLC
Reid Smith – Member
Vinton, LA 70668 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
Jalou Downs, LLC
Reid Smith – Member
2263 Old Hwy. 90
Vinton, LA 70668 Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 25.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Jalou Downs, LLC
Reid Smith – Member
2267 Old Hwy. 90
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Delta Town Truck Stop
& Motel, LLC
Jacob Thomas – Manager
2470 Toomey Road
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Delta Town Truck Stop
& Motel, LLC
Jacob Thomas – Manager
2470-A Toomey Road
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
Boyd Racing, LLC
Jack Bernsmeier – Manager
DELTA DOWNS RACETRACK & CASINO
2717 Hwy. 3063
Vinton, LA 70668 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Brent Clement’s District)
2082 Pujol Road
Lake Charles, LA 70615 Liquor & Beer – ‘2004 135.00
(Calvin Collins’ District)
Chaisson Feed & Supply, Inc.
Mohammed A. Lakhani – Pres.
2198 Claude Hebert Road
Iowa, LA 70647 Liquor & Beer – Pkg. – ‘2004 75.00
(Calvin Collins’ District)
TOTAL REMITTANCE: $4,605.00
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It was moved by Mrs. August, seconded by Mr. Landry and carried unanimously to approve the payment of all current invoices.
Upon motion made by Mrs. August, which was duly seconded by Mrs. Griffin and carried unanimously, the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Police Jury dated October 2, 2003, were approved, and the reading of same was dispensed with.
Motion was made by Mr. Manuel, seconded by Mrs. Griffin and carried unanimously that the Agenda Committee Report dated October 30, 2003, be approved as follows:
AGENDA COMMITTEE REPORT
October 30, 2003
A meeting of the Agenda Committee was held on Thursday, October 30, 2003, in the Police Jury Meeting Room of the Parish Government Building, 1015 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, with Mr. Hal McMillin, Chairman, presiding, and the following members present:
Mr. Francis Andrepont, Mr. Brent Clement, Mr. Calvin Collins, Mr. Mike Danahay, Mr. Enos Derbonne, Mrs. Elizabeth C. Griffin, Mr. Chuck Kleckley, Mr. Chris Landry, Dr. Charles S. Mackey, Mr. Don Manuel, Mr. Cornie Moon, and Mrs. Sandra Treme
Absent: Mrs. Luvertha August (personal business), and Mr. Algie Breaux (ill)
Also present were Mr. S. Mark McMurry, Mr. Bryan Beam, Mrs. Coleen Clark, Mr. Richard Gremillion, Mrs. Cheryl Heisser, Mr. Jerry Milner, Mr. Claude Smart, Mr. Allen Smith, Mrs. Kathy P. Smith, and Mr. Jim Vickers.
Chairman McMillin advised that the purpose of the meeting on this date was to review the proposed agenda for the regular meeting of the Police Jury to be held on November 6, 2003.
Following review of the items to be considered by the Police Jury on November 6th, it was unanimously recommended that the proposed agenda be accepted as presented by the staff.
Also, recommendations for appointments to various boards of special service districts were made by members of the Committee.
There being no further business, Chairman McMillin declared the meeting to be adjourned.
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It was moved by Mr. Andrepont, seconded by Mrs. August and carried unanimously to approve the Public Works Committee Report dated October 30, 2003, as follows:
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT
October 30, 2003
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A meeting of the Public Works Committee was held on Thursday, October 30, 2003, in the Police Jury Meeting Room on the first floor of the Parish Government Building, 1015 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, with Mr. Chris Landry, Chairman, presiding and the following members present:
Mr. Francis Andrepont, Mr. Brent Clement, Mr. Calvin Collins, Mr. Mike Danahay, Mr. Enos Derbonne, Mrs. Elizabeth C. Griffin, Mr. Chuck Kleckley, Charles S. Mackey, D.D.S., Mr. Don Manuel, Mr. Hal McMillin, Mr. Cornelius Moon, and Mrs. Sandra J. Treme
Absent: Mrs. Luvertha August (personal business), and Mr. Algie Breaux (ill)
Also present were Mr. S. Mark McMurry, Mr. Bryan Beam, Mrs. Coleen Clark, Mr. Richard Gremillion, Mrs. Cheryl Heisser, Mr. Jerry Milner, Mr. Claude Smart, Mr. Allen Smith, Mrs. Kathy P. Smith, and Mr. Jim Vickers.
Said Committee:
(1) Recommended that existing ordinances be amended and/or ordinances be adopted with reference to the following:
(1.1)establish 45-mph speed limit on Walker Road, from Pete Seay Road to Louisiana Highway 27, in Ward Four; and
(1.2)cancel 45-mph speed limit on Walker Road, from Pete Seay Road to Thompson Road, in Ward Four.
(2) Recommended that a resolution be adopted whereby roads listed in the Calcasieu Parish Master Private Road List will be accepted for Parish maintenance provided they meet all the requirements listed in the revision of the Conditions for Hardsurfacing and Acceptance of Non-Parish Maintained Public Roads by the Police Jury, dated February 27, 2003, and the property owners will be responsible for replacing their driveway culverts to Parish standards. (It was noted that this action would allow the roads to be maintained and improved by Parish crews after the petition had been passed and the right-of-way was accepted.)
(3) Recommended that the Calcasieu Parish Master Private Road List be amended to include Hop Ashworth Road located off Louisiana Highway 12 in Ward Five, as per the request of Ms. Treme (Police Jury District 11). [It was noted that this road was approximately 370' long and was erroneously abandoned in 1993 (RA05-033-93), and the abandonment resulted in Mr. Hilary Fontenot losing public road access to his property.]
(4) Recommended that Calcasieu Parish Project No. 2002-07 (Walker Road in Ward Four) be accepted as substantially complete.
(5) Advised that Calcasieu Parish was found to be in full compliance by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for the 2003 Annual Review which would ensure the Parish’s continued participation in the Federal Bridge Replacement Program through October, 2004.
(6) Advised that a letter was received from the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development regarding the installation of signalization at the intersection of Louisiana Highway 27, Louisiana Highway 108, and Walker Road, said letter advising that the Police Jury’s concerns had been forwarded to the Office of Operations, and an answer should be forthcoming.
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Upon motion made by Mr. Andrepont, which was duly seconded by Mrs. August and carried unanimously, Recommendation Nos. 1 through 3 were approved as outlined heretofore; whereupon, the following ordinances and resolution were adopted:
ORDINANCE NO. 4643
AN ORDINANCE amending Chapter 17, Art. II, Div. 2. Speed Limits, of the Code of Ordinances of the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana, to amend the speed limit on Walker Road in Ward Four of Calcasieu Parish.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE POLICE JURY OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, that it does hereby amend Chapter 17, Art. II, Div. 2. Speed Limits, of the Code of Ordinances of the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana, as follows:
SECTION 1. Sec. 17-68, Forty-five miles per hour, of the Code of Ordinances is amended by including the following road in the provisions of said section:
Walker Road, from Pete Seay Road to Louisiana Highway 27, in Ward 4
SECTION 2. Sec. 17-68, Forty-five miles per hour, of the Code of Ordinances is amended by removing the following road from the provisions of said section:
Walker Road, from Pete Seay Road to Thompson Road, in Ward 4
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that effective immediately, no vehicle shall travel in excess of the maximum speed limit established above.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that appropriate signs shall be posted along the road set forth above, at reasonable intervals, to warn the operators of vehicles of the speed limit herein imposed.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that anyone violating the provisions of this ordinance, upon conviction, shall be fined as provided in Section 1-9 of the Code of Ordinances of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER AND FINALLY ORDAINED that the provisions of this ordinance shall be included and incorporated in the Code of Ordinances as an addition or amendment thereto, and shall be appropriately renumbered to conform to the uniform numbering system of the Code.
This ordinance was adopted on the 6th day of November, 2003.
/s/ Chuck Kleckley, President