The St. Francisville Democrat 02-12-2015

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A troop of four-wheelers passes through the crowd Saturday at the end of the Clinton Mardi Gras Parade.

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St. Helena Parish officials are looking into a complaint from a resident who says he does not believe enough asphalt was used to pave the road in front of his church, Rocky Hill AME Church. St. Helena resident Larry Freeman voiced his fury to the St. Helena Parish Police Jury during a Jan. 27 meeting, requesting that it look into the recent road improvement project that included paving Rocky Hill Road in Greensburg. Freeman told the jury that when the road was St. Helena paved, he does not believe the asphalt company, Diamond B Construction Company, laid enough asphalt, making the road much smaller. But parish officials said the road appears to be the same size as before. Freeman said he does not want the taxpayers to pay for something that they are not getting. Freeman asked the jury if they would get someone from the engineering company that was hired, Professional Engineering Consultants of Baton Rouge, to find out if the parish is getting the right tonnage of asphalt. Juror Warren McCray said he contacted PEC and voiced his concerns and requested that someone from their company go out and figure out exactly how many tons of asphalt it took to pave the roads. “Once they measure and give me a figure, I can then go ask another engineer if the numbers are correct and, if they are not, then we have a problem,” Warren said. “If the numbers do not add up, then we will go from there.” Police Jury President Theo McCray said Rocky Hill Road was a gravel road before it was paved with asphalt and that may be why the road appears smaller to Freeman. Crumbling roads are a major problem the St. Helena Parish Police Jury has been trying to solve for years. In January 2013, jury members were trying to figure out how they were going to come up with the money to pay for repairs. They considered at that time rededicating money from a parish property tax and also pulling money from the solid waste funds for the road project, Juror Major Coleman said. The discussion came after voters in May 2013 approved the rededication of a 5-mill property tax that had funded a now-defunct parish health unit and one-half of 1 percent of a 1-cent sales tax that funds the parish’s solid waste collection and disposal services. That provided about $3 million dollars to repair about 50 miles of dilapidated roads, jurors said.

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A parade-goer catches beads Saturday during the Clinton Mardi Gras Parade. Clinton residents raise their arms to catch beads as floats pass.

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THEADVOCATE.COM A child rides a horse Saturday during the morning Clinton Mardi Gras Parade.

Dancers perform for the crowd and judges Saturday during the Clinton Mardi Gras Parade.

Board negotiates old high school demolition BY HOWARD ARCENEAUX

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ST. FRANCISVILLE — The West Feliciana Parish School Board agreed at its January meeting to begin negotiations with an environmental consulting firm for the demolition of the old St. Francisville High School on Pecan Grove Road. Jim Ferguson, director of public works for the parish, is assisting the School Board

with contract negotiations with the firm, Terracon, which has offices in Baton Rouge and across the country. Ferguson said he would like to have the pact finalized and recommend to proceed at the next board meeting on Feb. 26. Ferguson estimated a bestcase scenario would be for the project to be completed within

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a year. “The long-term benefit for the parish is getting the property back into commerce and providing greatly needed housing opportunities for more families that would like to live in our great community,” Ferguson said. Terracon will provide a total project cost to clear the site, and if given the go-ahead by the board, would manage the entire project, he said.

“I believe the next step will be in the next few months for all stakeholders to get together and determine what the property shall be zoned and have the school board apply for a zoning map amendment to the town. With the buildings demolished, site environmentally clean, and desirable zoning in place, the school board can put out a Request For Proposal to developers to purchase the site with all of the intangibles

removed,” Ferguson added. The project includes the demolition and removal of the old Pecan Grove site including buildings and slabs. The project summary indicates the buildings, approximately 40,000 square feet, are roughly 40 years old and need to be demolished and cleared for future commercial development. Included in the remediation äSee DEMOLITION, page 2G

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The old St. Francisville High School on Pecan Grove Road has been closed since 1979. The site is the focus of a clean-up initiative by the West Feliciana Parish School Board that would revitalize the property and provide housing opportunities.

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property could be used for facility improvement to existing Continued from page 1G schools or toward the purchase of property near the campus. “After cleanup, we would are asbestos and other envi- place the property on the marronmental hazardous material ket,” Milton said. “We feel that abatement that cannot be dis- the property is ideal for resiposed of as regular construc- dential development.” One complication is the retion debris. Ferguson said Terracon will determine when the location of the West Feliciana Food Pantry and Clothes Closet, site is “clean.” The site is ideally suited for a which are in outbuildings from neighborhood-type residential the main, old school structure. Ferguson said Parish Presidevelopment and would provide additional revenue to the dent Kevin Couhig is looking school through property taxes, for a suitable permanent locasales taxes and additional stu- tion. “They will need to be relocatdents, meaning state funding. Superintendent of Schools ed, and I expect the time line Hollis Milton said any net rev- for that to be this summer at enue from the direct sale of the the latest,” said Ferguson.

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ECHO’S FROM THE PAST BY STEPHANIE WARREN swarren@theadvocate.com

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Each week, we’ll take a look back at photos published in The Echo. The feature photo for this week’s Echo’s From the Past is from the Oct. 22, 1965, edition of the St. Helena Echo.

The St. Helena Parish School Board members for 2015 took the oath of office during a Jan. 8 ceremony in Greensburg. The ceremony was performed by St. Helena Clerk of Court Mildred Cyprian, prior to the first board meeting of the year. Being sworn in, from left, are, Byron Hurst, Linda Chaney, President Joyce Porter, Virginia Bell, Barbara Whitley and Vice President Alton Travis.

Stars shining bright this February are Hunter Caraway, Paula Happy Birthday greetings to Mark Wall, of New Orleans, Campo, James Tillman, NichFeb. 10; Tricia Anthony, of Na- olis Carruth, Brittany Dover, talbany, and Barbara Venable Richard Mitchell, Devin Bonaventure, Dean BurArnold, of Denham nett, Din Carter, Denise Springs, both Feb. 23; Caraway, Ben Denham, and Sean Snyder, of and Mary Jo Carter. Madisonville, and my nnn great-nephew, Pace A Philippines misDawkins, of Woodsion presentation was stock, Georgia, Feb. 14. made by Phillip Snoddy nnn on Jan. 27 at Tom and Anniversary blessBUTTERFLY Janice McNabb’s home. ings to Mr. and Mrs. WINGS Great food and fellowTommy Zachary, of FRAN SNODDY ship were enjoyed by Woodland, Feb. 12; those present, along Mr. and Mrs. Nathan with delicious birthday Snoddy, Feb. 14; Mr. cake for yours truly. and Mrs. Danny Carruth; Mr. nnn and Mrs. Carey Dover, Feb. Congratulations to Amite 23; Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Warren, Feb. 18; Mr. and Mrs. High football coach Alden Ricky Wascom, Feb. 25. Wish- Foster. He’s taking on the ing all those celebrating a joy- head coaching post at East St. John in Reserve. Coach ous, loving day. Foster started out at St. Helnnn ena High, then went to Amite February Greensburg High. Wherever you go, coach First Baptist Church stars

Alder, there’s bound to be a winning team. nnn Happy belated 60th anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Larry Mobley, of Amite, Dec. 21, who celebrated with their children at Amite Boston Restaurant. nnn A ribbon-cutting was held Jan. 16 for the St. Helena College and Career Academy. nnn When Jesus is within us, then it will shine outside of us. As the Apostle Paul says, we are to “be imitators of God and walk in love, as He also loved us” (Eph. 5:1-2). Joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness and self control, will shine through, as we so do. Fran Snoddy writes Butterfly Wings for The Advocate Extra. Contact her at (225) 777-4363.

The original publication from 1965 reads: ‘Wearing the crown of 1965 Homecoming Queen, Miss Theresa Walker, of Greensburg High, reigned over homecoming activities Friday night, October 22. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ocy Walker, of Greensburg. Members of her court were Pat Doyle, Kathy Phillips, Ginger Phillips, Kathy Carruth, Lyn Smith, Imelda Smith, Nancy Drewry, Laureen Cooper, Belinda Redmond and Beverly Birch.’

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Giving the right hints in matters of the heart Let’s face it: Who can afford to get a gift wrong in this day and age? This year, why not give a few well-intentioned gift hints and tips so you know your Valentine’s Day money and shopping time will be wellspent? Whether you’re walking past a department store window, watching a commercial on TV, reading a fashion magazine or hearing about a great new restaurant on the radio, the opportunities for pointing out a few great gift suggestions are endless. It’s no secret that in today’s social media-savvy world, liking a product also can mean “liking� a product for all your friends to see. So, hit up your favorite social media site, a few of your favorite blogs or stores and get down to a little cyberhinting. There are even a few inspirational websites that are dedicated to sharing online wish lists.

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host a couples banquet at 6 p.m. Feb. 28. The banquet will be at the Lazard Temple multipurpose building, 15750 La. 43, Greensburg. Couples and singles are welcome. For more information, contact Diatrise Self at (985) 517-0394 or Tonya Jackson at (985) 2152047.

pay for college education. During the seminar, you also can receive assistance with filling out FASFA forms and engage in open discussion about the loan debts students suffer from because they do not understand the difference between private and personal loans. Contact Stephanie Warren by phone at (985) 517-4869 or email swarren@theadvocate. com.

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COUNCIL ON AGING MENUS THURSDAY

Meatball hoagie and Creole sauce, buttered cabbage, mixed vegetables, apple

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Seafood salad, potato chowder, broccoli, low-sodium crackers, bread pudding with raisins

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Chicken and sausage jambalaya, white beans, steamed spinach, dinner roll, fresh fruit

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Ash Wednesday special: Shrimp gumbo with rice, okra and tomatoes, potato salad, unsalted crackers, fresh fruit

The Capital Area Council on Aging menu is served in West

Dollars for Scholars

There will be a Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistant seminar on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Helena College and Career Academy. Representatives will be on hand to talk about the different types of financial aid options that are available to help

ST. HELENA PARISH BOOKINGS The following were arrested and booked into the St. Helena Parish Jail from Jan. 31- Feb. 3: BAKER, WILLIAM: 38, 218 Baker Lane, Amite, convicted felon with possession of a firearm, two counts of distribution of Schedule II narcotics, possession of Schedule II narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia. DARWIN, FRANCISCO: 34, 8513 Marquette Ave., Hammond, firstoffense driving while intoxicated, obstruction of public property. FRANKLIN, ALBERT: 21, 629 Leona

Spears Road, Amite, failure to appear, no child restraints. JOHNSON, KATRINA: 38, 62283 Turner Chapel Road, Greensburg, fugitive from another jurisdiction. LEE JR., ARANTS: age unknown, 1444 Red Bluff Church Road, Greensburg, simple burglary. TAYLOR, KELLY: age unknown, 206 E. Canal St., Metairie, possession of drug paraphernalia. TRAVIS, LIVITTE: 46, 2449 La. 38, Grangeville, probation violation. WILSON, WILLIAM: 24, 1013 Opal Bennett Road, Amite, improper lane use, driving under suspension, driving while intoxicated.

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Council onAging offers lunch,activities The East Feliciana Council on Aging, 11102 Bank St., in Clinton is open 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Most activities start at 11 a.m. Lunch is served at noon. Public transportation to East Baton Rouge Parish is provided Monday through Friday by the East Feliciana Transit system. For information, call the Council on Aging at (225) 683-9862. FRIDAY: 11 a.m., arthritis movement exercise class. MONDAY: 11 a.m., arthritis movement exercise class followed by a combined Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras party. TUESDAY: Closed for Mardi Gras WEDNESDAY: 11 a.m., bingo FEB. 19: 11:30 a.m., devotional followed by blood pressure checks FEB. 20: 11 a.m., arthritis

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movement exercise class.

Wilson parade planned

Wilson officials are accepting entries for its “Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler” parade that rolls at 11 a.m. Saturday. If you have a float, marching group or riding group and would like to be part of the Wilson Mardi Gras parade, there is no fee to enter; however, ATVs and four-wheelers are prohibited from entering. “Everyone is invited to attend this ‘good times’ parade

in a family-friendly atmosphere,” said Tammy Garig, of the Wilson Police Department. To enter, contact Debra Thomas at (225) 244-3256 or call the town hall in Wilson at (225) 629-5415.

Senior employment program

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge is accepting applications for its Senior Community Service Employment Program that allows senior citizens to work part-time with governmental and nonprofit agencies while earning minimum wage and learning workforce skills. This program is perfect for those who are retired but have a desire to go back to work. Catholic Charities helps with the challenges that some elderly workers encounter. Senior citizens can learn new job skills and get help transi-

tion to a permanent position with weekly workshops that brush up on interviews, résumés and job searches. If you are 55 or older, meet the income guidelines and live in East Baton Rouge, Livingston, Tangipahoa, Washington, West Baton Rouge, Iberville, East Feliciana or Pointe Coupee parishes, the diocese can help you find a paid, employment training position. There are no fees or costs for this program. To see if you qualify, contact Catholic Charities at (225) 336-8700, extension 309.

Keep Louisiana Beautiful grant program

The Keep Louisiana Beautiful’s Healthy Communities grants program is accepting grant applications until April 10. Nonprofit organizations,

youth groups, schools and municipalities are encouraged to apply. Grants vary from $1,000 to $10,000. The grant program is designed to encourage community action in the specific areas of litter abatement, waste reduction, education and environmental stewardship, training, litter enforcement and recycling. Keep Louisiana Beautiful supports strong, sustainable, action-oriented programs dedicated to its mission of demonstrating a commitment to community education, volunteer engagement and behavioral change, according to KLB. Since 2004, KLB has awarded $2.5 million in grants to local communities for programs such as school anti-litter programs and recycling programs, waterway cleanup and

community recycling collections. “The grants program is so important because it allows KLB to extend its reach into local communities throughout the state. “Local groups are able to increase the value of the grant by engaging additional partners and community volunteers,” KLB affiliate coordinator Sarah Kelley said. Download the grant application at www.keeplouisiana beautiful.org, or for information, contact Kelley at skelley@keeplouisiana beautiful.org or (318) 780-4416. Keep East Feliciana Beautiful is one of KLB’s 39 affiliate organizations. Send feedback and events for Around East Feliciana to Stacy Gill at sgill@theadvocate. com or call (225) 993-0066.

EFMS student becomes published illustrator BY STEPHANIE WARREN

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MyKara Thomas, a seventhgrader at East Feliciana Middle School in Clinton, recently became a published illustrator. She provided illustrations for the children’s book “The Rooster Did Not Crow” by Delores C. McClay. The young illustrator’s career began while attending Sunday morning service at Asbury United Methodist Church in

Clinton. McClay, who also is the pastor’s wife, approached MyKara and asked if the girl would illustrate the book for her. MyKara said she did not hesitate to accept the offer and said she looks forward to illustrating more books in the future. MyKara said she always has loved drawing and coloring but has long dreamed of a career in the fashion industry. She wants to design clothes and open her own business someday.

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MyKara Thomas, a seventh-grade student at East Feliciana Middle School in Clinton, recently became a published illustrator. She is shown with her first illustration, ‘The Rooster Did Not Crow’ by Delores McClay.

Jackson Elementary School teacher Brittany Hennigan explains a math concept to kindergartner Summer Barber as her father looks on Jan. 27 during Family Math Night at the school.

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Counting to 100 in groups of 10 are Silliman Institute 4-yearold kindergarten students, from left, Preslee Cavin, Hunter Texada, Ellie Kate Gilkison and Cohen Brown.

Silliman youth mark 100 days of school

Jackson Elementary hosts Family Math Night

Kindergarteners at Silliman Institute in Clinton celebrated the 100th day of school Jan. 16. The 5-year-old kindergarten students dressed as 100-year-olds. The kids released 100 balloons. The 4-year-old kindergarten students dressed in capes and crowns for a Zero the Hero theme. Activities centered around the numbers one through 100. Both classes held a food drive that 200 canned food items for the East Feliciana Council on Aging.

Keeping with Jackson Elementary School’s commitment to It was a day of hundreds, so community, several community it was fitting that nearly 100 leaders talked about how they students and their parents and use math in their careers. Guest families came out to Jackson speakers included Oneida JarElementary School on Jan. 27 rell, a retired accountant with the state; Roderick Jarrell, sufor Family Math Night. Held to celebrate the 100th pervisor with the Louisiana Reday of school, Jackson Elemen- lay Service; and Tammy Garig, tary Family Math Night was of the Wilson Police Department. an opportunity for parents and families to learn how to help their children master the new Common Core standards in mathematics. Students painted, popped balloons and competed in timed math challenges.

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From left, kindergartners Travis Kilcrease, Gavin Andrews and Kolton Bigner, all 5, dressed as ‘100-yearolds’ at Silliman Institute.

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west feliciana Panel votes to replace two bridges BY HOWARD ARCENEAUX Special to The Advocate

ST. FRANCISVILLE — The West Feliciana Parish Council voted Monday to allocate funding to replace two parish bridges. The council unanimously agreed to transfer $100,000 from the parish’s Louisiana Asset Management Pool account to replace the Island Road crossing and an additional $75,000 to replace a bridge on Graham Road. The existing Island Road bridge will be replaced with an elevated single-lane structure, while the Graham Road bridge

will be replaced with a culvert, according to the ordinances. The funding will also provide for a detour road required during construction for Graham Road. The two bridges are among a list of priority recommendations from Public Works Director Jim Ferguson. Later during the nearly fourhour meeting, in a 4-3 vote, the council rejected an ordinance to reduce the connection fee charged for the Independence sewer system from $2,400 to $250. The one-time fee is required of residential and commercial customers to connect to the parish-operated sewer

system that serves the unincorporated Independence area. Voting to reduce the fee were council members Mel Percy, Leah Williams and Heather Howle, while Otis Wilson, John Kean, Ricky Lambert and Melvin Young opposed the proposed ordinance. Ferguson had explained the reduced fee was closer to the actual cost to the parish of material and labor for the work necessary to make a connection. After the vote, Parish President Kevin Couhig asked the council, “Why does anyone want to keep it at $2,400? It

makes no sense.� Couhig later added, “The choice you’re making is to charge people $2,400 for work that we say can be $250 to hook up. In other action, the panel agreed to hire New Orleansbased attorney Howard Linzy to provide the parish with legal services regarding issues specific to employment law. The work will be as needed at the established rate of $175 per hour. During his president’s report, Couhig said negotiations are being finalized for a new location that will house the parish’s social services under one roof.

$70K grant to fund hydrant update BY HOWARD ARCENEAUX Special to The Advocate

ST. FRANCISVILLE — St. Francisville Mayor Billy D’Aquilla updated the Board of Aldermen on a plan to improve the town’s fire hydrants and in some cases, replace older ones where needed. A total of $70,000 funded by two state grants will be used for the work, D’Aquilla said. “The hydrants are about $5,000 apiece, and we have the money through the grants to do this work,� D’Aquilla said Tuesday. Additional funding from another grant will be used to extend a new 8-inch diameter water pipeline from Elm Street

along U.S. 61 to near the Best Western hotel. D’Aquilla said enough money should be left from that project to also fund replacing a 4-inch pipeline with a 6-inch line in the Villa Rose subdivision. “Replacing those lines, adding capacity should help the town’s fire rating, which is a 3 right now,� D’Aquilla said. “We have a very good rating for a town our size.� Typically, the higher the rating on a 10-point scale, the higher the insurance rates paid by a community’s homeowners and businesses. D’Aquilla said soil work will begin soon by a geotechnical company in the area around

the bridge that crosses Barnett Road near the new parish library. The report will be forwarded to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, he said. Member Abby Cochran also told the board the Capitol Region Planning Commission has agreed to conduct a traffic study after meeting with residents concerned about the volume of cars on Royal Street. Some residents are seeking to make the road that runs through the historic area a one-way street. Cochran said a report will be submitted after the study is completed with the CRPC findings. D’Aquilla said the town will receive a bid from Ins and Outs

African children’s choir to sing Friday The Watoto Children’s Choir, traveling from Africa, continues its U.S. tour with a stop in St. Francisville on Feb. 13. Through a dynamic worship experience, the members of the Watoto Children’s Choir, who were once orphans, share their journeys to redemption and demonstrate that God desires to be a loving father to all mankind, according to a news release. Since 1994, Watoto Children’s Choirs have traveled the world sharing the plight of Africa’s orphaned children. Each child in the choir has suffered the loss of one or both of their parents, but they have been rescued and now live in a Watoto village. Watoto is a holistic child-care solution initiated to serve the dire needs of Africa, the release said. “After losing my parents I felt alone with no one to love me. Now, I know that God is my father. He loves and cares for me. As I travel in the choir, I’m going to show people that God loves them, too,� said 6-year-old Jackie Nakku. Gary Skinner, Watoto Founder says, “God’s heart for the marginalized is not just to see individuals rescued, but rather to see them thrive as their lives are transformed. The stories of the children are real and represent thousands who are experiencing this transformation.� The Watoto Children’s Choir will perform at 7 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 11621 Ferdinand St., St. Francisville. This performance is free, and everyone is invited to attend.

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from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 24 and Feb. 26 at the West Feliciana Parish Library, 5114 Burnett Road, St. Francisville. Topics and speakers for Feb. 24 include bedding plants for landscape color by Dan Gill and nuisance wildlife by Don

Reed. Topics and speakers for Feb. 26 include mulches and composting by Miles Brashier and drought-resistant landscaping by AndrĂŠ Brock. Admission is free. Door prizes will be presented and refreshments provided. For information, contact Brock, West Feliciana agent, at (225) 635-3614 or abrock@ agcenter.lsu.edu or contact Bobby Bingham, East Feliciana agent, at (225) 683-3101 or bbingham@agcenter.lsu.edu.

Nursery to place baskets with live plants on the town’s light poles. He said maintenance will be taken care of by the nursery. Also, the mayor said the town hired Louis Calvert as a fulltime police officer to replace Robert Williams, who went to work in Clinton. James Allen also was hired as a part-time officer.

ENGAGEMENTS Engagement, Wedding and Anniversary Announcements are paid notices in The Acadiana Advocate. They appear only in Sunday’s Advocate. Go to The Advocate’s website at http://www.theadvocate.com and click on the tab marked “Celebrations.� For more information, call (225) 388-0738 or e-mail nuptials@theadvocate.com.

Womack-Chambliss Camille Michele Chambliss of Central and Blake Anthony Womack of Central will marry in a 7 p.m. ceremony on July 17, 2015 at St. Isidore Catholic Church in Baker. The bride-elect is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Chambliss of Central. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Chambliss of Baton Rouge and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cone of Baker. The bride-elect is a graduate of Central High School and Paul Mitchell Vanguard College of Cosmetology. She is a cosmetologist at Beau Ideal Salon in Central. Her fiancĂŠ is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Womack of Central. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Womack of Clinton and Mr. and Mrs. AJ Scardina of Central. He

is a graduate of Central High School and Baton Rouge Community College. He is employed as an operator at Placid Refining Company in Port Allen An engagement party was held on January 31, 2015 at the home of the bride’s parents.

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A resident of St. Francisville, Louisiana, she was born on June 22, 1931 in Hannibal, Missouri, and went home to be with Jesus on February 2, 2015. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother and was married for over 60 years to her husband, Emile Barrow Pourciau. They had four children: Nolen and Jan Pourciau, Amanda and Max Avant, Rachel and Steve Cherco, Carter and Traci Pourciau. 14 grandchildren: Dot Castello, Edward Avant, Emily and Scott SoulĂŠ, Andrew Avant, Sarah and Michael McNeil, Nolen and Tara Avant, Samuel Avant, Lauren Pourciau, Bennett Pourciau, Chandler and Jackson Otillio, Courtney Cherco, Tifani and Gavin Broussard, Christopher Pourciau, and Landon Pourciau. 8 great grandchildren; Ella Grace, Amanda Barrow and, Ann Virginia SoulĂŠ, Max and Luke Castello, Sidney Avant, Liam and Meredith Avant. Survived by husband, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and sister, Louisa Brown. Preceded in death by her parents, John William Nolen (Jack) and Rachel Strong Nolen Kidwell, and her step father, Dr. James R Kidwell, an infant brother, John Strong Nolen. Step brother and sister, Jimmy Kidwell, and Maxine Kidwell Blackwell. She came to Baton Rouge in 1946. She graduated from Baton Rouge High School, Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Education, and University of Illinois with Masters of Art in Theatre. She was active at Louisiana State University, Outstanding Freshman Girl, Nora Neil Powell Award, and Outstanding Junior Woman, Member of Tri Delta, and Delta Kappa Gamma, and she hosted a radio at W.L.C.S. She

dio program at W.L.C.S. She was President of Westminster Fellowship Mortar Board. She held an internship with NBC in New York City where she proofread soap opera scripts. She was a Teacher of English and Speech for 30 years in East Baton Rouge Parish at Baton Rouge High School, Westdale Junior High, and retired from Lee High School. She then taught public speaking for 9 years at Louisiana State University. She directed plays and musicals at schools and churches. She also gave historical monologues, inspirational talks, and comic speeches throughout Louisiana. She was especially fond of her role as Mrs. Claus for many years in St. Francisville. She was a Member of the Alexander Stirling Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, was a former chairman of Audubon Pilgrimage (2000), member of the Felicianians Supper Club, the Reviewers, honorary member of the Feliciana Country Gardeners, and she was a member of B&B Supper Club, and Harlequins in Baton Rouge. She was an Active member and reader at Grace Episcopal Church, and member of and Bible Circle Chairman for 30 years at First Presbyterian Church. She Served on the Board of Directors of Baton Rouge Little Theater where she wrote playbills, acted and helped backstage, and she received the Presidents Award from Anne Price. Memorial Service to be held on this Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at First Presbyterian Church 701 North Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70802 at 12, Noon with a reception to follow at the church. A memorial service will be held in St. Francisville at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Shirley's name to Playmakers of Baton Rouge at playmakersbr.org or to Baton Rouge Little Theater 7155 Florida Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70806.

Slone, Theora Margaret Haage

Theora Margaret Haage Slone, 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 27, 2015 surrounded by her two devoted children, son Steven Donald Slone and

Steven Donald Slone and daughter Sherri Dawn Slone, both of St. Francisville, La. She was a retired, sharp-minded Librarian, Debate/Speech Teacher, and English Educator, dedicating her life's work to the written and spoken word. Many lives were touched by her commitment to educating and mentoring others. She is survived by her Three sisters Judy Rentschler, husband Riley of Lake Ozark, Mo., Eleanor Haage, partner Cheryl of Nevada, Mo., and Carol Deveney of St. Louis, Mo.; two brothers, George Haage, wife Hanako Koyama of Everett, Washington, and Phillip Haage, wife Sue of Paris, Texas; grandchildren Gabriella Coco and Sawyer Coco; Nieces Grace Blehm, Terri Griffith, Melanie Grafton, Dana llgenfritz, Shelagh Deveney, Laura Deveney and Debbie Rogers and Nephews Greg Kays, George David Haage, Doug Haage, Darren Slone, Damon Slone, Mark Hiesberger, Tim Deveney, Phillip Deveney and Daryl Haage. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Dorothy Haage; sister, Barbara Ruggels; brother Charles Haage; brother-in-law Jack Deveney and niece Tamra Ruggels. She earned her Masters of Library Science at the University of Missouri in Columbia, MO, her Bachelor of Science in Education at Kansas State College of Pittsburg, Pittsburg, KS. She was a member of the Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society in Education. She was a United Methodist Youth Group Leader, a Speech and Debate Coach, and School Sponsor ""Extraordinaire"". Those who were lucky enough to call Margaret ""friend or family"" remember her love of gardening, decorating, antiquing, reading, shopping and traveling. But above all, she loved her family and friends, spending time with them, laughing, sharing a meal, or being on the lake. Margaret was the mother we wanted, the sister we never had, and the friend we could always depend upon. Because Margaret believed in free and complete library access to all, the family requests in lieu of flowers, you make a charitable donation to your local Public Library. This will enable her legacy to con-

W. FELICIANA SHERIFF’S BOOKINGS The following people were booked into the West Feliciana Parish Prison by the West Feliciana Parish Sheriff’s Office Jan. 24-31.

JAN. 24 LUTGRING, KREIG E.: 45, 8275 Vincent Road, Denham Springs, obstructing public passage.

JAN. 27 HAILE, JOHNNY R., JR.: 34, 10789 La. 965, St. Francisville, domestic abuse battery and resisting an officer.

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EAMES, DENAMEION J.: 36, 6659 Greenwood Road, St. Francisville, domestic abuse battery. SIMPSON, STEPHANIE T.: 45, 12 Red Bird, Angola, passing a school bus with stop signs.

WELLS, RICHARD J.: 31, 10610 Wells Road, Tunica, disturbing the peace and resisting an officer.

JAN. 29

METCALFE, LOGAN J.: 20, 9109 Greenwell Springs-Port Hudson Road, Zachary, bench warrant for speeding 95/55.

CAVALIER, DARIUS D.: 23, 6796 Indian Mound Road, St. Francisville, domestic abuse battery.

JAN. 31

legacy tinue to live on through the future. The family especially appreciates the care and compassion of the staff at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Griffith, Dr. Brandt, Minister McGuire, and ALL of the health care providers who have provided care through the years. Visiting will be from 9am until 11am memorial service on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at the Tuscumbia Christian Church, 275 Highway Hh, Tuscumbia, MO. Following the memorial service, family and friend are invited to lunch at the church. Following lunch, Inurnment will be in Boltz Cemetery. Share sympathies, condolences and memories at www.CharletFuneralHome.com. Funeral Home conducting services in Missouri: Reid Millard Funeral Chapel 902 E. North Street Eldon, Mo. 573-392-3351.

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Advocate staff report Mary Broussard, of Entergy River Bend’s Nuclear Station in St. Francisville, received the 2015 Bob Easterly Award, a news release from the Livingston Economic Development Council said. The Bob Easterly Award started several years ago to honor outstanding service to Livingston Parish to enhance economic development, the release said. Broussard spent 12 years involved in economic development activities in the parish through her work for Entergy as their Livingston Parish customer service manager, the release said. She also supported successful efforts to make improvements to the Livingston Parish Industrial Park. She has served 12 years on the LEDC board of directors, from 2000 until 2012, including two terms as the LEDC board chair, from 2003-04 and from 2009-10. Broussard lives in Brusly.

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9 regional seniors sign to play college football

Nine football players from West Feliciana, College football signees East Feliciana and St. Helena high schools took the leap from being boys to men when they signed national letters of intent to play West Feliciana High School East Feliciana at the collegiate level. High School Headlining the list is West Feliciana wide receiver Jazz Ferguson, who became a future LSU Tiger when he signed Feb. 4 during a ceremony in the school’s library. The 6-foot-5, 205-pound Ferguson will play wide receiver for the Tigers. “It means a lot to me,” Ferguson said. “I’ve gotten to know (LSU receivers) coach Ferguson Reed (Adam) Henry and I look forward to working LSU Flowers Northwestern with him.” Louisiana State At the same College event, quarSilliman Institute terback and defensive back Ryan Reed inked his letter with EXTRA SPORTS Northwestern State UniverHARCENEAUX@THEADVOCATE.COM sity. The versatile 6-foot-1, Talley Milton 180-pound Kilbourne Nicholls Texas Reed said he is projected to play safety in ArkansasState Christian college or wildcat quarterback in special Pine Bluff situations. He also has garnered attention from the Demons’ baseball and track coach- St. Helena Central ing staffs. “I’ll do whatever they need because I’m already on a scholarship,” said Reed, who plans to study a math-related field. He said he’ll miss playing with his longtime friend Ferguson, but they could meet up in their senior seasons when the Demons are scheduled to play LSU in Tiger Stadium. Williams Banks “We knew eventually we’d go our own Thompson Southeastern Louisiana ways,” said Ferguson, who plans to study Southern College Louisiana business. Silliman Institute’s Jozie Milton and Jordan Talley also signed to play college football. Milton will play for Texas Christian in Fort Worth, Texas, while Talley will play for Nicholls State University in Thibodaux. Tyriece Flowers will play linebacker at LouiMilton had earlier committed to South Car- siana College. olina, but he flipped to TCU when he visited “Those schools are real good fits for these the campus while participating in an all-star three,” said East Feliciana coach Cedric game in December. Anderson, who wasn’t sure what the playThe 6-foot-2, 310-pound Milton played line ers plan to major in. “They chose the best on both sides of the football, but he said he’ll fits for them. I’m very excited for them. play center for coach Gary Patterson’s Big All three schools are in a good proximity to 12 squad. their homes, so their families will be able to “I fell in love with it when I went there see them play.” for the all-star game, and it’s a lot closer to St. Helena Central had two players sign. home,” said Milton, who hopes to study peLaTrone Williams, a 5-foot-10, 180-pound troleum engineering. “I turned everybody wide receiver and cornerback, will play for down after I made the trip to TCU. I’m hapSoutheastern Louisiana University and will py to be a Horned Frog.” study sports management. Talley, meanwhile, will play either defen“It’s important because it allows you to get sive end or tight end for the Colonels, who a free education, and I chose Southeastern have a new head coach, Tim Rebowe. The because it feels like home,” Williams said. Colonels were 0-12 last season. Sidney Banks, a 6-foot-1, 197-pound line“Coach Rebowe came from ULL and I bebacker, will play for Louisiana College in lieve he’s going to turn things around,” said Pineville and study criminal justice. the 6-foot-3, 245-pound Talley. He said he “This is important to me because I am the plans to study communications. first in my family to go to college on a footEast Feliciana High School had three play- ball scholarship,” Banks said. ers sign letters of intent: 6-2, 245-pound Ty“I like the things Louisiana College offers me.” quincey Kilbourne will play linebacker for Arkansas-Pine Bluff, while 5-10, 175-pound Send your sports news, photos and stats Timothy Thompson will play defensive back to Howard Arceneaux at harceneaux@ for Southern University and 5-11, 220-pound theadvocate.com.

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St. Helena College and Career Academy’s Kalaedra Self, left, rushes past the Springfield Bulldogs and goes in for a shot Friday. The Lady Hawks won 44-37 in the school’s newly renovated gym.

St. Helena College and Career Academy’s Latrone Williams, at right in white, rushes past the Springfield Bulldogs on Feb. 6 during the Hawks 56-53 win in the school’s renovated gym.

East Feliciana loss

LEFT: Redemptorist’s Meagan Williams, right, fights for the ball with East Feliciana’s Johesha Turner, left, during the District 6-2A basketball game between Redemptorist and East Feliciana Feb. 3 at Redemptorist High. East Feliciana lost, 57-58 but rebounded Friday to defeat Episcopal, 46-44.

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Kendricka Carter, in white, prepares to shoot as East Feliciana’s Brekayla Gipson, left, defends.

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THURSDAY JANUARY 15, 2015

The birth of Jackson

On Jan. 31, 1815, This timeline a few days after is summariz New Orleans ed the Battle of from Michael F. victory, Howell’s at the State Capitol, the governor of Louisiana book. into law the creationthen in New Orleans, signed of a new parish located in the seat to be APRIL center of the 30, 1812: Louisiana parish of Feliciana, according to “Journey to War’s beF. Howell. Eve” by Michael comes the 18th state. St. Francisville, the parish Two hundred seat, was the years only town in Feliciana poised to celebrate later, on Jan. 31, Jackson Parish, is its bicentenni Founder’s Day al birthday with which was one large parish activities. at the time. Jackson officials along 1812-14: with Bash Commissi The state Legislature the Bicentenn on ial , in “When creation are set to celebrate Saturday. order to satisfy locals and frustrated by the is put into contextof the town by the Legislatur arduous journey Alli Spille to St. Francisville of New Orleans, with the timing of the , passed and Battle then man, 14, repealed esting,” said Maryour history is even more Jo Salmon, Bicentenn inter- different site an act naming a a ninth- the poten- them with the tools needed to As part of the seven-day praying to discover BY STEPHANIE WARREN chairwoman. for a parish seat. ial Bash DEC. “A contingen grader them and how to overcome life’s obstacles. challenge, cadets took part in tial inside of swarren@theadvocate.com 1814: A bill to t of men from area fought in create that battle.” this seat of from West Camp Spehar is a nonprofit to become boot camp and special opera- reach that potential justice stalled a new To celebrate Jackson’s 200th when the Legislature Feliciana established in they know they organization While many were shooting tions training exercises, in- the men that St.Helena er’s Day kicks Parish Deputy off at 10 a.m. birthday, Found- was suspended in New Orleans 2011 andHelena. named to honor Navy said. off fireworks with family and cluding personal instruction can be,” Seamon Parish, at 4 p.m. Saturday and Advocate staff Smith and BuddyToler Smith and his new due to war. ends JAN. 1815: photo by STEPHANIE ready partner During the exercises, the SEAL Special Warfare Operafriends on New Year’s Eve to from five veterans and active gets arrived back “This is to be A large contingent WARREN home last week Bubba prepare to patrol a lovely day featuring of men from Feliciana cadets had to show together tor 2nd Class Nicholas Patrick ring in the new year, 10 young duty special operators. Jackson. Fortunate to bond the streets of after training the best of Parish St. in Texas. ly it falls on pig to break Spehar. forced Camp Spehar’s course was as they wereher men from around the country hopefully the a Saturday and fought under Gen. Andrew weather will Jackson at the Spehar was killed along barriwere celebrating the comple- led by U.S. Navy SEAL Special through their cooperate,” Salmon said. the at mental Battle of New Orleans. to successfully with 29 other American sertion of their seven-day mis- Warfare Operator 1st Class ers in order Livestock Everyone is assigned sion at Camp Spehar’s Special Kody Seamon and Marine accomplish Show held tasks vicemen and a U.S. military from the period,encouraged to wear costumes JAN. 8, 1815: General Jackson and men are asked and his troops while being Saturday continually ex- working dog named Bart when Warfare Challenge in St. Hel- Corps Cpl. Chad Felps. sideburns, mustaches to wear long defeated the or beards, British at Chalmette Seamon said the program posed to cold,inwet and sandy their helicopter was shot down ena Parish. Restaurants . will be offering Salmon said. JAN. 11, 1815: on Aug. 6, 2011, in AfghaniA graduation ceremony was specializes in teaching course conditions. St. Fran“Old Hickory” dishes such roast beef sandwiche as proved the The Legislature apJackson catfish Seamon saidcisville. he is dedicated stan, Seamon said. held Jan. 2 at Lion King Min- navigation, discipline, teamlocation of the s or Andrew Advocate staff photo by STEPHANIE WARREN po-boys. new seat of justice Seamon said Camp Spehar istries Retreat Center in Pine work, leadership skills, core to preparing young men for Downtown shops for Feliciana. In the military, challenge coins are presented by unit comand artists will merchandise values, nutrition, running de- the challenges of the military. is dedicated to remembering Grove. be promoting JAN. 31, 1815: A plan for Feliciand artwork, ana’s seat of and children invited to take the others killed manders in recognition of special achievement by a member Graduates of the challenge Spehar Camp Spehar’s Special War- velopment, water competency, BYand STEPHANIE justice will be to be in part in a historic-th WARREN Instructor Roger May, left, presents a coin to cadet ger hunt at Centenary by instilling the war- of the unit.Baker swarren@the fare Challenge is a seven-day mental toughness and special said the lessons they learned that day emed scaven- the exact center of the parish advocate.com also attended Fernstrom, naming him Man’ as he was the became law with State Historic the Founder’s during their time at Camp rior mindset and positive core Timothytwo-week course designed to mentor operations history. the ‘Honor resource Site where Day program training of the governor. the signature the group, encouraging each cadet to press onallduring for the front porch program begins at 3 p.m. to those men who as- leader ofTexas “These young men signed up Spehar have better prepared values St. young men aspiring to enter agencies in the Helena in of the Professor’ before parish. on was mentioned No town name Parish Deputy he program at Lion King the seven-day training Ministries from Lt. Gov. Jay Dardenne Special Operations selection for this challenge not knowing them for the rigors of spes House. his partner back could bring in the act. “By use of their Toler APRIL 1815: On will speak at to Greensbu Dec. 26Training to Jan. 2. followed by cake what to expect, hoping and cial operations and furnished programs. äSeeSmith CHALLENGE, page 2G is back keen senses, General Jack3:30 p.m. home they are able and a souvenir included obedience rg. for youth in attendanc to remembrance son’s return to Tennessee in Greensburg leash control , people cannot. sense what , e. he camped near and with his “On this historic Due to their searching vehicleshow to handle Thompson occasion, we new partner, people as possible, and buildings. sense of smell, sight, agilitykeen want as many Creek. The new K-9 a bulldog other and particula abilities, they BY 1816: A survey team was made Jackson, and are a very possible through was comnamed Bubba, those from otherrly citizens of pleted valuable tool Feliciana and and the new seat in after towns in East sal K9 program. the UniverSt. Francisvil Williams said. police work,” of justice was The program le, to come out attending a two-wee rescues dogs From left, and exact centerestablished at the “We are lucky from shelters k to have them,” of Feliciana Parish and trains them to Adam he said. training program on land owned sniff out contraby John Horton band. Once they in San Wilson, 7, Williams said and James are trained, äSee JACKSON, Antonio. they are sold page 1G of whom H. Ficklin, the latter trained to detectthe dogs were of Baton to law enforceme was a newly elected agencies at discount nt ics and explosivesvarious narcotRouge; member of the The new K-9 prices. Legislature. Smith said he team is them with actual . By training Christian FEB. 1816: A donation back with his is glad to be now complet of land, chemicals used narcotics and King, 10, of Publick Square, new partner e and ready and is ready to hit dogs are able in explosives, the by Horton and was given the St. Francisto smell the disto patrol the Ficklin for the what he can do. streets to see tinct streets Ashtyn odors building ville; given of St. of the new court“Bubba was scheduled items, he said. off from these Helena Parish. house. Wilson, 3, to be euthanized the “The St. Helena MAY 20, 1816: The day before he of ZachThe first dog Parish Sherrescued by the was iff’s departmen arrived last notified Judge Police jury program. I am month after St. ary; and Thomas Butler glad he was saved, to taking guns t is committed Helena Parish that the temporary and drugs off Kyra King, Deputy George ward to him helpingand I look for- our streets, courthouse of Baker was as(constructed and me on the signed to his 11, of St. on streets,” Smith new partner, trained to find these dogs are the present-da the site of said. a blue them Francisville; heeler named Gundy. y Sheriff Nat Williams hend any individual and appreChurch on Bank Presbyterian Advocate staff said the that presents observe new K-9 team Street) was photo by STACY Founded in 1815, themselves as completed is going to be GILL a threat to our a newborn Advocate staff photo by STACY GILL community,” brate its 200th Jackson is poised to cele- parish seat. In this letter, the Williams said. chicks. Day, which marksbirthday Saturday, Founder’s by name. was not identified The Rev. Matthew Harrington blesses the bread and wine for ARCENEAUX the beginning Bicentennial the Eucharistic offering at St. John the TheologianAdvocate Orthodox JUNE photos by HOWARD of a 1816: year-long The Feliciana Bash. Residents BY STACY GILL Police from Jackson, Mission Church in St. Francisville on Jan. 7. Following the Juand visitors Jury resolved that other the name of sgill@theadvocate.com ties and St. FrancisvilEast Feliciana communi the permanen lien calendar, rather than the modern Gregorian calendar, St. t seat of justice le are for invited. Feliciana Parish John’s celebrated Christmas on Jan. 7. INSIDE be named Gail Dellafiora, cofounder of Feliciana Animal Jackson. Welfare Society, loves animals and has devoted the past six years of her life to them. But there’s a East Feliciana............ problem, she says. There are too many of them in East Feliciana Parish and not enough foster families. They West Feliciana ........... their animals. busy showing “Nobody is having the conversation about spayof blue ribbons: winners and more ook home a haul place for Her-St. Helena .............. ing and neutering, and frankly, I feel pet overpopuä For a list of like ... 1H first BY HOWARD ARCENEAU see page students, Callie won lation isXat the root of animal neglect, abuse,” DelYearling HeifSome of the DeLee and her photos, Special to The Advocate Sports ....................... X million, a decrease lafiora said. that celebrated the birtheford of Late Junior BYCallie STACY GILL Hereford Female 12-year-old have BY HOWARD ARCENEAU of $446,102 from ers, Champion an Commercial 2013. Total In 2008, Dellafiora cofounded FAWS with SuChrist on Dec. 25,rewardSt. John Misbrother Trevor, aninet income the future. 9-year-oldsgill@theadvocate.com ST. FRANCISVIL zanne Hobgood. Since then, Special to The Advocate personally veryChurch with showing and non-Brahm more thethan two women and for a the year was in St. Francisville LE — Auditors “It’s asion $1.3 million, been involved of their lives. In said. “I feel 1. staff “It’s a positive year-end presented Advocate DeLee ed the site could Heifers Class corereport group of volunteers total have reserve operated the orga- increasing the ings a good audit, there are celebrated Christmas services The Rev. Matthew Haractivity,” 4-H and Future mals for most first and second fund Wednesday be cleared by to the West no find- of mother ing done if I get to to report and The Feliciana theof partnered Trevor won photoan Commerwhat DeLee, more to slightly 2015 or early Feliciana Parish the end nization in East Feliciana Parish.balance But 7. I’ve rington, rector St. Johngood the byJan. no instances than $4.8 do anycompliance,” fact, Meredith 2016. 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10285 NOTICE --The Jackson Cemetery Association is now accepting bids for its groundskeeping contract. Written bids must be submitted by March 2, 2015 to P.O. Box 643, Jackson, LA 70748. Task lists and information are available by contacting 504-952-0611 or 225-634-7951. 5083002-feb 5-12-19-26-4t

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS --Sealed bids will be received for the State of Louisiana by the Division of Administration, Office of Facility Planning and Control, Claiborne Office Building, 1201 North Third Street, Conference Room 1145, Post Office Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70804-9095 until 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 10, 2015. ANY PERSON REQUIRING SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS SHALL NOTIFY FACILITY PLANNING AND CONTROL OF THE TYPE(S) OF ACCOMMODATION REQUIRED NOT LESS THAN SEVEN (7) DAYS BEFORE THE BID OPENING. FOR: I n f ra s t r u c t u re / P i p i n g Repairs within Steam Tunnel System and Related Hazardous Materials Abatement, Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System, Jackson, Louisiana PROJECT NUMBER: 0 1 107-06B-11, Part Q9 Complete Bidding Documents may be obtained from: Rayner Consulting Group, LLC 7353 Highland Road Suite B-3B Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Telephone: 225-916-2824 upon deposit of $40.00 for each set of documents. Deposit on the first set is fully refundable to all Prime Bidders upon return of the documents, in good condition, no later than ten (10) days after receipt of bids. Fifty percent (50%) of the deposit of all other sets of documents will be refunded upon return of documents as stated above. All bids shall be accompanied by bid security in an amount of five percent (5.0%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates. The form of this security shall be as stated in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project. The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written as described in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project. A PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD at 10:00 AM on Friday, February 27, 2015 at Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System, Center Building Conference Room, 4502 Highway 951, Jackson, LA 70748. Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2192 for the classification of Mechanical Work OR Asbestos Removal and Abatement. Bidder is required to comply with provisions and requirements of LA R.S. 38:2212(B)(5). No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2214. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212(B)(1), the provisions and requirements of this Section; and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by any entity. When this project is financed either partially or entirely with State Bonds or financed in whole or in part by federal or other funds which are not readily available at the time bids are received, the award of this Contract is contingent upon the granting of lines of credit, or the sale of bonds by the Bond Commission or the availability of federal or other funds. The State shall incur no obligation to the Contractor until the Contract Between Owner and Contractor is fully executed. Facility Planning and Control is a participant in the Small Entrepreneurship (SE) Program (the Hudson Initiative) and the VeteranOwned and ServiceConnected Disabled Veteran-Owned (LaVet) Small Entrepreneurships Program. Bidders are encouraged to consider participation. Information is available from the Office of Facility Planning and

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STATE OF LOUISIANA DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION FACILITY PLANNING AND CONTROL MARK A. MOSES, DIRECTOR

East Feliciana Parish Police Jury, 12064 Marston Street, Clinton, LA 70722 will receive sealed bids and open publicly on Monday, March 2, 2015, 3:00 P.M. as follows:

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NOTICE --The East Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2 owns and operates a natural gas distribution system in and around East Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2. The purpose of the gas system is to provide a safe economical source of energy for heating purposes to the homes and businesses adjacent to the underground gas pipelines. Natural gas is odorless, colorless, tasteless, lighter than air and can explode with tremendous force when mixed with the right amount of air. Odorant is added to the gas to give it that distinctive smell, similar to rotten eggs, to warn us of its presence. Anyone who may smell this odor in the East Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2 or notice any unusual conditions on or near gas mains, vents, service lines, meter sets, or especially inside of a building should call the East Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2 immediately. If you smell a strong gas odor inside a building, notify everyone in the building to leave. Do not operate any switches or use the phone. Go a safe distance away upwind of the gas smell and call the East Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2. With any gas leak protect life first then property, then notify the East Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2. Pipeline markers are maintained as required to inform the public of the underground gas line location. State and federal laws require excavators to notify the state LA One-Call Center 48 hours before digging. To obtain any information concerning the pipeline location call the East Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2. If any excavation is planned you must notify the LA One-Call Center which will notify the East Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2 to locate any gas lines. Call 48 hours before digging. Customers should report gas leaks or other gas related information to East Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2. The Feliciana Parish Gas Utility District No. 2 phone numbers are 225-683-9416. The LA One-Call Center phone number is 1-800-2723020. This information and the pipeline signs are provided as public awareness and damage prevention awareness notices. 5090120-feb 12-1t

PUBLIC HEARING Public notice is hereby given that the East Feliciana Parish Police Jury has scheduled a Public Hearing for the following purpose to-wit: Receive public input and comments on the Proposed changes to the Tower Ordinance. 5:45 P.M., Monday, March 2, 2015, Police Jury Meeting Room – 12064 Marston Street, Clinton, LA 70722 East Feliciana Parish Police Jury 5090275-feb 12-1t

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PUBLIC NOTICE --East Feliciana Parish Police Jury Clinton, LA Public Hearing January 20, 2015, 5:30 P.M. The East Feliciana Parish Police Jury held a Public Hearing on the proposed changes to the Speed Limit Ordinance, lowering the speed limit to 15 mph on Muse Lane. The meeting was held at 5:30 P.M. on 20 January 2015, at the Police Jury office located at 12064 Marston Street, Clinton, Louisiana, 70722. Public notice was given by publication in the Watchman, the official parish journal. The East Feliciana Parish Police Jury President, Mr. Dennis Aucoin called the Public Hearing to order at 5:30 P.M., the following members of the Jury were present: Mr. Sean Smith, Mr. Larry Beauchamp, Mr. Chris Hall, Mr. Dwight Hill and Mr. Keith Mills. Comments were heard and no action was taken at this time. The Public Hearing adjourned. _______________ Dennis Aucoin, Parish President 5090284-feb 12-1t

NOTICE --IN THE MATTER OF THE SUCCESSION OF FREEMAN JOSEPH SEARCY AND GLADYS WHITE SEARCY PROBATE SEC.: "A"

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TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, PARISH OF EAST FELICIANA, STATE OF LOUISIANA NOTICE OF FILING OF PETITION FOR AUTHORITY TO PAY ESTATE DEBTS AND PROPOSED TABLEAU OF DISTRIBUTION FOR HOMOLOGATION PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Kimberly Clare McDonald and Lisa Searcy Coursey have filed a Petition for Authority to Pay Debts as set forth on the homologation submitted to the Court, which homologation is dated January 16, 2015. The Petition can be homologated after the expiration of seven (7) days from the date of publication. Any opposition to the Petition must be filed with the Clerk of Court prior to the homologation of same in accordance with law. In accordance with the Tableau of Distribution, the following debts will be paid: OUTSTANDING DEBTS OF THE ESTATES: A. DUE TO ESTATE OF JOSEPH FRANKLIN SEARCY, $1,912.72 B.

EXPENSES PAID BY A D M I N I S T R ATO R S FROM PERSONAL FUNDS 1. Appraisal, $250.00 2. Mileage, $6,255.00

PUBLIC HEARING Public notice is hereby given that the East Feliciana Parish Police Jury has scheduled a Public Hearing for the following purpose to-wit: Receive public input and comments on the proposed variance for a mobile home crossing property lines located at 991 West Plains Port Hudson Road, Zachary, LA. 5:45 P.M., Tuesday, February 24, 2015, Police Jury Meeting Room – 12064 Marston Street, Clinton, LA 70722 East Feliciana Parish Police Jury 5090277-feb 12-1t

3. Taxes paid by Petitioners, $277.46 4. Maintenance (Grass cutting/tree maintenance), $3,600.00 C. ESTATE EXPENSES 1. Attorney’s $4,128.00

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Subdivision boundary line approximately 1452 feet to the centerline of Solitude Road and the point of beginning, said parcel containing 10.00 acres. Lot 1 to be more completely described with an official property boundary survey.

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PUBLIC NOTICE --EAST FELICIANA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD February 4, 2015 ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY Superintendent of Schools: The East Feliciana Parish School System (EFPSS) offers a challenging opportunity for a qualified applicant, who holds a valid/current certification for the position of Louisiana Superintendent of Schools. The EFPSS, north of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has approximately 2033 students in three elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, one alternative school and one charter school. EFPSS offers a competitive salary with benefits. Interested applicants should forward a completed employment application including their two most significant administrative accomplishments, two copies of a current resume’ with proof of current valid Louisiana Superintendent of Schools Certification and a list of four references by hand delivery or certified mail, on or before 4:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 3, 2015, to: East Feliciana Parish School Board c/o Superintendent Search 12732 Silliman Street Post Office Box 397 Clinton, LA 70722 Applications are considered public records and are subject to public inspection and duplication. All applicants will consent to a complete background investigation by the School Board, including without limitations, a complete criminal history. There is no compensation for travel and/or related expenses in connection with any application. The deadline for receipt of applications is 4:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 3, 2015. For further information, contact Board President Michael Ray Bradford at mbradford@ef schools.net or Vice-President Mitchell Harrell at mharrell@efschools.net. Michael Ray Bradford, President East Feliciana Parish School Board Employment Application available on-line at: www.efschools.net – Quick Links - Files and Documents – Personnel – Employment Applications – Superintendent of Schools Application 5090880-feb 12-26-2t

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10290 PUBLIC NOTICE --ST. FRANCISVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Wednesday, February 25, 2015 5:30 pm St. Francisville Town Hall, 11936 Ferdinand Street The Planning Commission of the Town of St. Francisville in accordance with the provisions of Part VIII of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 25th, in the Town Hall Meeting Room, St. Francisville Town Hall, 11936 Ferdinand Street, on the following applications: Pursuant to Section 8.1.H of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the Town of St. Francisville (hereinafter “Town�) an application for a map correction on one contiguous and undivided lot of record. The West Feliciana Parish School Board property (the site of the former school) will be corrected to reflect the Institutional (IS) zoning designation. The Public is invited to attend.

Shannon Sturgeon, Town Clerk Town of St. Francisville P. O. Box 400 225 635-3688 5088302-feb 5-12-19-3t

June Lazarus & Harold Auhman, Residents

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In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Shannon Sturgeon, at (225) 635-3688, describing the assistance that is needed.

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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC PUBLIC HEARING: REZONING REQUEST --NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the

Further, the West Feliciana Parish Council will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, March 23, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. Both public hearings will be held in the Parish Council Meeting Room in the Courthouse Annex, Second Floor at 4785 Prosperity Street, St. Francisville, La.

This meeting is open to the public. By: /s/ Sally M. Snowden West Feliciana Parish Council 5088312-feb 5-12-19-3t

The following Rezoning Request will be considered: Galilee Full Gospel Baptist Church Inc. 7052 Galilee Church Road St. Francisville. Louisiana 70775 R-A to S-1 Proposed Use: Church Parking Lot and Cemetery A certain piece or parcel of land together with all improvements thereon and all the rights, ways, privileges and appurtenances thereunto belonging or in anywise appertainins, being, lying and situated in Section 57, Township 2 South, Range 3 West, Greensburg Land District, West Feliciana Parish, State of Louisiana, and being known as remainder of Lot 3A of Phillips Place (7.0 acres LESS Lot 3-A-1, .3439 acres) owned by Frank Turner, bounded now or formerly, on the North by Robert Sterling, on the East by Harvest L. White and Galilee Full Gospel Baptist Church, Inc., on the South by Leon Hargrove Estate and Carolyn Cornish, and on the West by The Hunting Party L.L.C. and can be more particularly described on the attached plat of survey dated May 17, 2014 by Tobias P. Ford, Jr, PLS entitled “Plat Showing Survey of 6.656 acres Remainder of Lot 3-A Frank Turner Tract, Sections 57, T2S, R3W, G.L.D., West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana for The Estate of Frank Turnerâ€? as follows: Commencing at the southeast corner which is monumented by an iron pipe; thence N73°06’54â€?W a distance of 241.30’to a point and corner being the southwest corner; thence N4°01’35â€?E a distance of 150.00’ to a point and corner; thence N73°06’54â€?W a distance of 100’ to a point and corner monumented by and ½â€? iron pipe; thence N14°01’34â€?E a distance of 299.43’ to a point monumented by a ½â€? iron pipe; thence N33°54’12â€?W a distance of 593.30’ to a point and corner being the northwest corner and monumented by ½â€? iron pipe; thence S72°53’22â€?E a distance of 644.20 feet to a point and corner being the northeast corner and monumented by an iron bolt; thence S07°52’34â€?E a distance of 404.33’ to a point and corner monumented by an ½â€? iron pipe; thence 70°19’44â€?W a distance of 203.73’ to a point and corner; thence S10°38’44â€?E a distance of 375.37’ to a point monumented by an ½â€? iron pipe being the POINT OF BEGINNING, said Remainder of Lot 3-A contains 6.656 acres. This meeting is open to the public. By: /s/ Sally M. Snowden West Feliciana Parish Council 5088310-feb 5-12-19-3t

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC PUBLIC HEARING: REZONING REQUEST --NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Parish of West Feliciana will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Further, the West Feliciana Parish Council will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, March 23, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. Both public hearings will be held in the Parish Council Meeting Room in the Courthouse Annex, Second Floor at 4785 Prosperity Street, St. Francisville, La. The following Rezoning Request will be considered: Barrow Family Investments, LLC 8100 Block of Solitude Rd. St. Francisville, La. 70775 R-A to M-1 Proposed Use: Land will be used to warehouse drilling equipment and holding tanks will be built on site A certain tract or parcel of land, together with all improvements thereon and all rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, and prescriptions appurtenant thereto, being located in Section 57, Township 2 South, Range 3 West, Greensburg Land District, West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, being 10.00 acre Lot 1, bound on the north by Solitude Road, on the south and east by the remainder of 61.4 acre Barrow Tract, and on the west by Turner Subdivision, being a portion of the 61.4 acre Barrow Tract, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point in the centerline of Solitude Road at the northwest corner of the Barrow Tract and the northeast corner of Turner Subdivision; thence northeasterly along the centerline of Solitude approximately 300 feet; thence southeasterly parallel to the boundary line between the Barrow Tract and Turner Subdivision approximately 1452 feet; thence southwesterly approximately 300 feet to a point on the Barrow Tract and Turner Subdivision boundary line; thence northwesterly on the Barrow Tract and Turner

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC --PUBLIC HEARING: PLANNING & ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Parish of West Feliciana will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Further, the West Feliciana Parish Council will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, March 23rd, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. Both public hearings will be held in the Parish Council Meeting Room in the Courthouse Annex, Second Floor at 4785 Prosperity Street, St. Francisville, La. The following proposed amendment is to be considered: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE WEST FELICIANA PLANNING AND ZONING ORDINANCE, EXHIBIT “E�, PARISH SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS, SECTION VI (SEWERAGE AND WATER SUPPLY) AND TO PROVIDE FURTHER WITH RESPECT THERETO: Section 1- Amendment Exhibit “E�, Parish Subdivision Regulations, Section VI (Sewerage and Water Supply) of the West Feliciana Planning and Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended to add the following language: All proposed subdivisions shall have approved sanitary sewage treatment, and must comply with the following: i.

If no public sewer transportation network is available within 1,350-ft, individual sewer treatment will be allowed for proposed subdivisions with sixty (60) lots or less, provided the minimum lot area is forty-thousand (40,000) square feet per lot, with a minimum road frontage of 125-ft.

ii. All other proposed subdivisions shall tie to a public sewer transportation network, or provide an approved method of community sewerage treatment. iii. All community or individual sewerage treatment must meet the minimum requirements as set forth by Louisiana Administrative Code Title 51 and be permitted by the West Feliciana Parish Health Unit Section 2 - Exhibit “E�, Parish Subdivision Regulations, SECTION II, Part (B)(1)(c) of The West Feliciana Planning and Zoning Ordinance is hereby repealed. Section 3- Enactment As amended, The West Feliciana planning and Zoning Ordinance remains in full force and effect. This meeting is open to the public By:/s/ Sally M. Snowden West Feliciana Parish Council 5088322-feb 5-12-19-3t

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC --PUBLIC HEARING: PLANNING & ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Parish of West Feliciana will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. The public hearing will be held in the Parish Council Meeting Room in the Courthouse Annex, Second Floor at 4785 Prosperity Street, St. Francisville, La. The following proposed amendments to the West Feliciana Planning and Zoning Ordinance are to be considered: COMPILATION EXHIBITS;

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patient being cared for. J.J. is a very courageous young man, who at only 11 years of age has endured so much. Mrs. Freeman thanked Superintendent Milton and the board for their support.

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Superintendent Milton announced that the district will participate in the “St. Jude’s Give Thanks Walk” on November 22. He encouraged board members to join us for the walk or in the fundraising efforts currently underway.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS SP# 9918 Sealed bids will be opened and publicly read by the Procurement Section of the Division of Administration, 1201 N. 3rd. St., 2nd. Floor, Suite 2160, (P.O. Box 94095), Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at 10:00 A.M. for the following:

Crystal Williams made a presentation to the board. Crystal is a graduate of West Feliciana schools and Berkley, a management consultant, an engineer and IT consultant, and now a strategic communications expert with clients that include San Francisco’s Pacific Gas and Electric Company, which serves the entire Bay area. She discussed how a strategic communications plan could identify, address, and solve problems—such as, in the case of the West Feliciana schools, a decreasing population of young families with children. Why, she asked, do more young families rent instead of buy their own home? What is holding back the availability of affordable housing? How can economic development in the parish aid the growth of the schoolage population? One example Williams gave was West Feliciana residents driving to neighboring parishes, where “their tax dollars don’t help us here.” Ms. Williams attributed the loss of students to state funding, and added that “stagnant local tax contributions,” and an aging population hurt the school system's financial outlook. She reassured the audience that targeted publicity touting West Feliciana’s “great school system” and the help of strategic partners could, together, facilitate growth in the student population. Planning, she said, must include both communications planning and the measurement of resulting long- and shortterm goals, goals that “promote the interests of the schools and that are aligned to strategic planning and growth.” Superintendent Milton thanked Ms. Williams and congratulated her for her tremendous accomplishments. Superintendent Milton thanked Crystal for her willingness to help her old district.

File No. V43109D, Solicitation No. 2258949 - Road Overlay Project @ LSP/Angola, Mandatory Jobsite Visit Required Prior To Bid Opening, 03/11/2015 Bid proposal forms, information and specifications may be obtained by accessing the bid number in LaPac at www.doa.Louisiana. gov/osp or from the procurement section listed above. No bids will be received after the date and hour specified. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities. Paul Holmes Interim Director of State Procurement FAX (225) 342-8688 5089829-feb 12-1t

NOTICE TO BIDDERS SP# 9928 Sealed bids will be opened and publicly read by the Procurement Section of the Division of Administration, 1201 N. 3rd. St., 2nd. Floor, Suite 2160, (P.O. Box 94095), Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at 10:00 A.M. for the following: Solicitation No. 3000003324 – Rebid: Aggregates for various WMA’s, 02/26/2015 Bid proposal forms, information and specifications may be obtained by accessing the bid number in LaPac at www.doa.Louisiana. gov/osp or from the procurement section listed above. No bids will be received after the date and hour specified. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities.

Ms. Wilson-Rogers entered at 5:30 p.m. Mr. Steve Comfort asked the Board to approve an agreement between the WFP School Board and the Educational Testing Service—College Level Examination Program, an internet-based testing center management and administration agreement. It was moved by Ms. Wilson-Rogers, seconded by Mr. Cornette to approve our district to be a testing center. The agreement requires that we have a minimum of 50 students, at an estimated $80 per test, for an initial cost of $4,000.00. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.

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NOTICE --PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD OF THE PARISH OF WEST FELICIANA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2014, AT 5:00 P.M.

It was moved by Mr. Coats, seconded by Ms. McKinney to approve the following budgets and budget revisions as presented by Ms. Davis:

The Parish School Board of the Parish of West Feliciana, State of Louisiana, met in regular session at its regular meeting place, the Parish School Board Office, 4727 Fidelity Street, St. Francisville, Louisiana, on Tuesday, November 18, 2014, at five (5:00) o’clock p.m.

Fund #266 – Educational Excellence Fund (EEF) in the amount of $39,748.00. Fund #228 – Idea B Regular – Carry over in the amount of $58,857.00.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by David Cornette.

Fund #193 – Budget Revision #1 in the amount of $61,901.00.

The meeting was called to order by President Kevin Beauchamp. Mr. Beauchamp asked Secretary, Ruthie Davis, to call the roll of the board.

General Fund – Budget Revision #1, increasing revenues and expenditures by $83,321.38. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.

There were present: President Beauchamp, School Board Members Milton Coats, David Cornette, Amanda McKinney, Kelly O’Brien, and James White.

Personnel Items for Board Approval – None Superintendent’s Report The report of the Superintendent was received and placed on file. Some of the issues addressed by the Superintendent were as follows:

There were absent: Sara Wilson-Rogers The Parish School Board of the Parish of West Feliciana, State of Louisiana, was duly convened as the governing authority of said parish for school purposes by Honorable Kevin Beauchamp, President, who then stated that the Parish School board was ready for the transaction of business.

Superintendent Personnel Changes Sales Tax Report Announcements: • Veterans Day Update Thanks to those of you who attended our program. If you were not able to make it, please see video on our website.

Agenda It was moved by Ms. McKinney, seconded by Mr. Coats to approve the agenda for the November 18, 2014 regular board meeting, as per mailed copy. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.

• Recycled Fashion Show Tonight - Sponsored by Entergy. At the end of the celebration, Entergy will provide a $12,500 check to help build our Robotics Program at WFMS.

Minutes It was moved by Ms. Kelly O’Brien, seconded by Mr. Cornette to approve the minutes of the October 21, 2014, regular board meeting. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried. Recognitions & Presentations Raven Davis, a high school senior, was recognized for her leadership and work ethic. She’s not just a great student but also an excellent volleyball player. Congratulations Raven!

• We are continuing our work with the Cyber Innovation Center in Bossier City. They are a 501-c3 not for Profit Corporation. Our goal is to partner with the Cyber Innovation Center to bring more STEM resources and professional development to our teachers. • We are working on expanding our work with making videos to help parents help their children on meeting the new standards in ELA and Math. We have funders who will provide the money to make the videos. We see the work started in West Feliciana growing statewide. - See video

J. J. Walker, a Bains Elementary student, and his mother, Denise Freeman, attended the meeting. Mrs. Freeman is a true advocate for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. They are grateful for the medical care. J. J. has received while being treated there. St. Jude is an amazing place where you feel like you are the only

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airing a 30- second video with my testimonial of their work. They will broadcast on Ch2 and Ch9 in December. • John Warner Smith, CEO of Education’s Next Horizon, will be visiting our early childhood program and our Pre-K program. Mr. Smith is the former Secretary of Labor under Governor Kathleen Blanco. • On November 22, all of our schools will participate in the “St. Jude Give Thanks Walk.” in Baton Rouge. • WFHS plays Donaldsonville Friday Night.

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Handouts • 2015 Board Meeting Dates (DRAFT) • Board Member Information (Term ending 12/31/14) • Board Member Information (New term beginning 1/1/15) • Agreement between WFPSB and SchoolStatus (Data Warehouse) – “Pilot Program” U p c o m i n g BoardMeeting: Tuesday, December 16, 2014 @ 5:00 PM It was moved by Mr. James White, seconded by Ms. Wilson-Rogers to adjourn the meeting. Meeting 6:30 p.m.

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tion needed. Discussion among the Commissioners as well as public comments were made and allowed before the following action was taken.

discussion and action on the next agenda item henceforth relinquished her position to Vice-Chair, Newkirk for the remainder of the meeting.

On motion of GOODEN, seconded by SCOTT, the Commission tabled the adoption of the Communication Policy for further review.

The Commission upon a motion of MCKINNEY, seconded by WOOD entered into a public hearing at 6:42 p.m.

Chairperson Godke addressed the Administrator directly regarding the need for a communication policy regarding the actions of the Parish President going forward. Mr. Ferguson responded that he would discuss the matter with the Parish President. Prior to entering the public hearing the Chair was informed that the public hearings were advertised according to law, then the Commission upon a motion of GOODEN, seconded by NEWKIRK entered into a public hearing at 5:16 p.m. The Administrator led the discussion presenting the Private Final Phase I Plat Plan for New Jerusalem of Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 89, 92-99 for approval. The developer, Ms. Lula London addressed the Commissioners who then asked questions. There were no public comments when asked by the Vice-Chair. Upon a motion of NEWKIRK, seconded by GOODEN, the Commission exited the public hearing at 5:23 p.m. Motion by MCKINNEY, seconded by SCOTT Motion to recommend that the West Feliciana Parish Council APPROVE the PRIVATE FINAL PHASE I PLAT PLAN OF NEW JERUSALEM. After being put to a vote, the motion carried unanimously as follows:

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AYES: GODKE, GOODEN, MCKINNEY, NEWKIRK, SCOTT AND WOOD

Any knowing the whereabouts of Chastity Marshall Abrams, please contact Andrew J. D'Aquilla, Atty. at Law, 225-635-2020 5090400 Feb. 12, 2015 NOTICE TO BIDDERS SP# 9946 Sealed bids will be opened and publicly read by the Procurement Section of the Division of Administration, 1201 N. 3rd. St., 2nd. Floor, Suite 2160, (P.O. Box 94095), Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at 10:00 A.M. for the following: File No. V43113D, Solicitation No. 2258970 – Elevator Repair at LA State Penitentiary, Mandatory Jobsite Visit Required Prior to Bid Opening, 03/11/2015 Bid proposal forms, information and specifications may be obtained by accessing the bid number in LaPac at www.doa.Louisiana. gov/osp or from the procurement section listed above. No bids will be received after the date and hour specified. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities.

NAYES: NONE ABSENT: ROGERS Upon a motion of NEWKIRK, seconded by SCOTT, the Commission entered into a public hearing at 5:25 p.m. The Administrator led the discussion on the proposed amendments to the West Feliciana Planning and Zoning Ordinance. The Commissioners asked questions and then public comments from the audience followed. Upon a motion of NEWKIRK, seconded by MCKINNEY, the Commission exited the public hearing at 5:58 p.m. Motion by WOOD, seconded by SCOTT Motion to approve the amendment as presented by the Administrator, EXHIBIT “E” Parish Subdivision Regulations, Section II, Part (B)(1)(C) to read: c) All other subdivisions shall have lots meeting the standard lot requirements of the Planning Commission and shall have sanitary sewage treatment approved in accordance with Section VI, Sewerage and Water Supply, of the West Feliciana Planning and Zoning Ordinance. AYES: GOODEN, MCKINNEY, NEWKIRK, SCOTT AND WOOD

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NOTICE --PROCEEDINGS OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE PARISH OF WEST FELICIANA, STATE OF LOUISIANA TAKEN AT A SPECIAL MEETING ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2014. The Planning and Zoning Commission of the Parish of West Feliciana, State of Louisiana met in special session on Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at Five (5:00) p.m. at its regular meeting place, the Parish Council Meeting Room on the second floor of the Courthouse Annex, 4785 Prosperity Street, St. Francisville, Louisiana. The following members were present: Chairperson Mary Godke, Plater Gooden, Stephen McKinney, Peter Newkirk, Rev. Olton Scott and James Wood. There was absent: John Rogers. Other staff and/or guest(s) present: Parish President, Kevin Couhig, the District Attorney (DA), Sam D’Aquilla, Fire Chief, James Wood and Public Works Director/ Planning & Zoning Administrator, Jim Ferguson. Chairperson Mary Godke called the meeting to order then asked the audience to silence all mobile devices. She asked any wishing to speak on an item not to exceed three (3) minutes to raise their hand and be recognized before approaching the podium then state their name and address. She then led the Pledge of Allegiance and the Commission was ready for the transaction of business. On motion of SCOTT, seconded by GOODEN, the Commission approved the agenda. The Administrator presented for discussion and/or action by the Commissioners an administrative Communication Policy to ensure that all parties receive the informa-

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The Commission upon a motion of MCKINNEY, seconded by NEWKIRK entered into a public hearing at 6:02 p.m. The Administrator led the discussion followed by questions from the Commissioners, input by the ADA on written notice requirements according to state laws and then public comments from the audience. Upon a motion of GOODEN, seconded by MCKINNEY, the Commission exited the public hearing at 6:35 p.m. Motion by WOOD, seconded by SCOTT Motion to approve the “first paragraph” amendment as presented by the Administrator, EXHIBIT “E” Parish Subdivision Regulations, Section V [Street & Sidewalk Improvement Standard] to read: Applicant may provide an alternate street section to what is provided herein with express written consent of the Director of Public Works and the Fire Chief of Fire Protection District Number 1 of West Feliciana Parish. Likewise, the Director of Public Works may require a stricter standard if reasonably warranted. AYES: NEWKIRK, WOOD

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The Vice Chair stated that public comments would be limited to three (3) minutes each and asked those wishing to do so to state their name and address for the record. The Administrator led the discussion presenting the 27 lot subdivision with 2 common area tracts for Parkview Estates and recommended a conditional approval of the Preliminary Plan of Parkview Estates contingent upon the Parish Council granting a community sewer waiver.

this be an issue that will have to be settled with the developer. What protection is in place? 4) Currently the parts of the property or fenced with 3 wire stranded barb wire. Is it the intention of the developer to leave this fencing in place along the property line? Will this be included in the buffer zone? Will the fences be replaced or repaired if damaged during development? 5) Will trees that are located on the property line be affected? 6) Will it put on the record that a minimum square footage and the integrity of the landscape be protected by certain minimum criteria? Prior to any approval for

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NOTE: THE PETITION IN ITS ENTIRETY IS APART OF THE APPLICANT’S FILE AND CAN BE INSPECTED UPON REQUEST. The engineer, Mr. Greg Ferris spoke on behalf of the property owners. He addressed the Commissioners and answered their questions along with the public’s questions regarding the development. The Vice Chair read into the record the foregoing email letters totaling four (4) as follows: Chris Daigle Highway 966 I agree with the petition referenced in your email. To wit “Petition language noted above.”

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I own 8 acres on Hwy 966 and have done for approximately 8 years. I purchased the property as an investment but more importantly because I someday hope to build a home and move there. This is a beautiful area in large part because of its current ‘rural’ nature. Large subdivisions are completely at odds with the character of the area. There are already subdivision developments in the area that seem to still have lots and houses for sale and which in some ways have struggled to sell over the years. A large subdivision like this will only make the supply demand situation worse and goes against the character of the area Thank you for your considering my petition, pls read the statement above at the upcoming council meeting -----Steve Watts 4584 Dice Hill Rd Proposed Parkview Estates Subdivision Hwy 966 St. Francisville, LA Questions and Concerns that I wish to be read and placed on the record during the November 12, 2014 Zoning and Planning Meeting. 1) There is a retention pond currently proposed in the above mention subdivision. The plans as understood will capture the run off from the ravines which flow naturally across the land and (2) low lying areas of Dice Hill Rd. 2) Does the current engineering of this proposed lake take into consideration the amount of run off caused by heavy down pours of rain through all ravines? Since the road in questions is a privately owned road and is maintained by the property owners, the upkeep and maintenance cost is directly impacted upon the land owners. This in itself would cause undue monetary hard ship to the adjacent land owners. 3) Will the Parish take full responsibility for repairing Dice Hill Road in the event that the pond in question does not release enough water in a timely matter to keep water from backing up and causing damage to the current drainage system (ie: culverts and gravel, bridge and surrounding property) since the parish is the one that approves the development or will

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-----My Name is Kevin Odom and I live on Folkes Rd. in Starhill. I am sending this email to express my concerns regarding the proposed subdivision request for Parkview Estates on Hwy 966.

The idea of permitting a variance and in a high density subdivision, which requires each individual homeowner to install and maintain their own septic system, is a health hazard and it is not acceptable. The ordnance is in place for a reason and allowing high density developments to dump sewage effluents and household contaminants into open ditches is counter

I am extremely opposed to such a high density development that does not conform to the character of the surrounding area. In addition this development ; as presented, will greatly diminish the value of surrounding properties- espe-

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PETITION TO DENY APPROVAL FOR THE PROPOSED PARKVIEW ESTATES SUBDIVISION

We object to the proposed development on the grounds that it will not conform to the character of the surrounding area and will otherwise decrease the value of adjacent and surrounding properties, and for other reasons specifically set forth below:

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tion of the surrounding neighbors and the Star Hill Community. The intent I believe here is not to try and stop development of the parish. I believe whole heartedly that the intention is to maintain the integrity of the area and a development of this magnitude is ill timed and out of place

Resident, Hallie P. Coreil led the public comments of opponents to the project “as is” presenting the following signed petition with over 100 signatures:

We, the undersigned, are aware of the proposed Parkview Estates development, a “Major Subdivision” (“the proposed development”), which Mr. James Tucker, Jr. has submitted to the West Feliciana Parish Zoning and Planning Board for approval. We are familiar with the character and value of the property and the adjacent and surrounding areas.

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The regular meeting of the East Feliciana Parish Police Jury was called to order on 20 January, 2015, at 6:00 P.M. by Mr. Dennis Aucoin, President. Opening prayer was offered by Mr. Dwight Hill and the Pledge of Allegiance was then led by Mr. Chris Hall. The roll was called by the Parish Secretary, Ms. Barbara Hebert and Mr. Dennis Aucoin, Mr. Sean Smith, Mr. Larry Beauchamp, Mr. Louis Kent, Mr. Chris Hall, Mr. Dwight Hill, Mr. Keith Mills, Mr. Ed Brooks and Mr. Jason McCray were present. A motion was made by Mr. Louis Kent, seconded by Mr. Sean Smith to approve the agenda and move the visitors up. This motion passed unanimously without comment. A motion was made by Mr. Sean Smith, seconded by Mr. Louis Kent to adopt the Speed Limit Ordinance revision changing the speed limit to 15 mph on Muse Lane. This motion passed unanimously with comments. A motion was made by Mr. Louis Kent, seconded by Mr. Keith Mills to approve the variance for Bailey Cable, located on Highway 10, Ethel, LA. This motion passed unanimously with comment. Administrative comments: 2014 PJAL Convention will be held in New Orleans 29 – 31 January. You have your packets and business cards for the convention. Make sure you sign and turn in you tax exemption at time of check in. Not sure how the deposit will work, so it was included in your check and if it is not transferable you will owe one night upon return. The engineer has filed a substantial completion for all the over lay projects. Watch the roads for the next 45 days and report any issues. The Geaux Geaux Railroad is hosting a reception 5:30 – 7:00, Wednesday, 21 January at the Bluffís. If you are interested in attending, please let me know a head count so I can pass it along first thing in the morning. Jackson will be celebrating their bicentennial 31 January and have a full day planned. A motion was made by Mr. Keith Mills, seconded by Mr. Sean Smith to approve the minutes of the 5 January 2015 regular meeting. This motion passed unanimously without comments. Parish Manager, John Rouchon informed the Jury that a settlement has been reached with SBA Towers and we are waiting on the paper work to return. A check in the amount of $45,500.00 has been issued to SBA Towers. The following committees for 2015 have been set by the Parish President: Executive Committee President (Chair) Vice President Chair of Finance Committee Louis Kent (Alt)

Finance Committee Larry Beauchamp (Chair) President (Ex Officio) Chris Hall Ed Brooks (Alt)

Personnel Committee Ed Brooks (Chair) Sean Smith Louis Kent Larry Beauchamp (Alt)

Public Works Committee Sean Smith (Chair) Chris Hall Dwight Hill Jason McCray (Alt)

Buildings & Properties Committee Dwight Hill (Chair) Larry Beauchamp Jason McCray Sean Smith (Alt)

Equipment Committee Chris Hall (Chair) Louis Kent Keith Mills (Alt) Dwight Hill

A motion was made by Mr. Ed Brooks, seconded by Mr. Jason McCray to approve liquor permit for Backroads, Highway 67, Slaughter, LA. This motion passed unanimously without comments. A motion was made by Mr. Louis Kent, seconded by Mr. Jason McCray to reappoint Mr. Marlin McGehee to Gas District No. 2 Board. This motion passed with comments. A motion was made by Mr. Larry Beauchamp, seconded by Mr. Ed Brooks to appoint Mr. Chuck Guern to the Planning and Zoning Commission. This motion passed unanimously with comments. A motion was made by Mr. Louis Kent, seconded by Mr. Sean Smith to reappoint Mr. Curtis Jelks and Mr. Martin Macdiarimid to the Zachary Taylor Parkway Commission. This motion passed with comments. A motion was made by Mr. Chris Hall, seconded by Mr. Ed Brooks to authorize Mr. John Dardis to work up grant/loan proposals. This motion passed with comments. A motion was made by Mr. Larry Beauchamp, seconded by Mr. Ed Brooks to approve monthly invoices. This motion passed unanimously without comments. Mr. Chris Hall, Equipment Committee Chairman informed the Jury of the equipment sold at the auction. Mr. John Craft with Anvil Attachments and the Chamber of Commerce informed the Jury of welding classes being held and people that were hired. A motion was made by Mr. Chris Hall, seconded by Mr. Keith Mills to go into executive session for no more than 15 minutes to discuss Fair Housing Complaint. This motion passed unanimously without comments. A motion was made by Mr. Larry Beauchamp, seconded by Mr. Dwight Hill to return to regular session. No action was taken on Fair Housing complaint at this time. This motion passed unanimously without comments. There were no Public Comments. A motion was made by Mr. Larry Beauchamp, seconded by Mr. Keith Mills to adjourn. This motion passed unanimously without comment.

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to public safety. I literally live downstream!

es health hazards and public safety issues. It has the potential of being a failed project that will burden an already stretched Parish budget.

In addition the traffic increase on Folkes Rd. is of grave concern. This parish road is the closest outlet to Highway 61 and is substandard at best. The road is narrow with no lane markings, it is unlighted and there are no guardrails protecting motorist from the deep ravines on each side.

Please listen to the residents, voters and taxpayers that have voiced their concerns and submitted signed petitions in opposition to this development. ------

Currently folks road is a dangerous, heavily traveled rural road in need of repairs. This new development could potentially add 75 or more vehicles to the traffic count twice a day.

Arline Didier Americans have learned the hard way that by living in ill-conceived housing developments far away from substantial sources of employment they are in a lose-lose situation. Such subdivisions, housing developments and village centers, no matter how gloriously described and equipped with the amenities of the American Dream, are illogical and doomed to rapid deterioration, loss of everyone’s property values and environmental degradation. Unless expressly stated in policy and contract, new constructions don’t meet the green design standards of nontoxicity, energy efficiency and recyclability. Unless expressly stated and without documented implementation, new developments will not enhance the economy, health and environment of the established community.

Another concern is allowing an inexperienced and virtually unknown developer a variance to develop a subdivision that clearly does not conform to the existing neighborhood. We have been told that this unknown, non-local developer will require a homeowners’ association to maintain and repair streets, drainage, lighting and the public areas. As submitted the public areas include walking trails and a lake. The lake entails damming up a large deep ravine that carries a tremendous amount of run off with each heavy rain. The engineering of such a dam and spillway is a huge undertaking and will require sufficient funding to maintain.

If the proposed Parkview Estates subdivision is approved this is what our community will face:

With a project of this magnitude, being development by an inexperiencedout of town developer, it is entirely possible that a few homes will be built and a downturn in the economy will occur or the developer will fail to complete or maintain the infrastructure.

Loss of beauty and recreational green space Irrevocable loss of the heritage features of St Francisville

This will leave a small underfunded homeowners’ association with an obligation they cannot fulfill. The parish will end up with a lake and overgrown public areas that are a quagmire of neglect. It will fall upon the parish it tax payers to provide funding for this lack of foresight.

Unsustainable demands on our roads, utilities and public facilities Modification of the hydrological cycle of the area Increased population density without the infrastructure to support it

I am not opposed to development – we need jobs and commerce. We do not need a high density development that detracts from the scenic beauty and attractiveness of our parish. Tourism is a large and vital component of W. Feliciana’s parishes economy – if we destroy the beauty with poorly planned high density urban developments each and every resident will suffer.

Increased use of roads not able to handle the traffic of new multi-car residents Increased wastewater run off that will impact other residents Increased and unsustainable demands on public finance and public maintenance A major negative impact on water and air quality

As submitted this development promotes urban sprawl, diminished adjacent property values, pois-

A major negative impact on ambient light and noise pollution

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A negative affect on the bio-diversity of the natural flora and fauna

2014 at 5:00 p.m., in the Parish Council Meeting Room on the second floor of the Courthouse Annex at 4785 Prosperity Street, St. Francisville, Louisiana.

There was neither New Business nor Old Business to report.

submitted a LPDES permit Application to Discharge Wastewater from Industrial Facilities.

A significant addition to construction waste (new house construction consumes 2/5 of all lumber and plywood used in the US) The residents of our community have built their own private American dream at great personal expense and sacrifice. Let us refuse to have it hijacked by greedy entrepreneurs. Saint Francisville and the Star Hill area, in fact, represent a type of diversity in housing that is precious, irreplaceable and environmentally positive. We can hear crickets and bull frogs, see fireflies and the sky at night, bear the rustling of the wind in beautiful wooded areas and have a place where children can run, have quiet to engage their imaginations, take part of a natural world, and have time with parents who are not stuck in two hour commutes. PRICELESS! Once sustainable green space is corrupted by such use, it is gone for good, with more degradation to follow. Let us value and protect what we have. NOTE: THE ABOVE EMAIL STATEMENTS ARE APART OF THE APPLICANT’S FILE AND CAN BE INSPECTED UPON REQUEST. -----Additional public comments were allowed. The Commissioners made comments and held discussions of their own until the Commission, upon a motion of MCKINNEY, seconded by WOOD exited the public hearing at 8:12 p.m. Motion by WOOD, seconded by SCOTT Motion to recommend a conditional APPROVAL of the PRELIMINARY PLAN OF PARKVIEW ESTATES contingent upon the Parish Council granting a community sewer waiver. After being put to a vote, the motion carried unanimously as follows: AYES: GOODEN, MCKINNEY, NEWKIRK, SCOTT AND WOOD NAYES: NONE ABSENT: ROGERS RECUSAL: GODKE On motion of MCKINNEY, seconded by WOOD, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Parish of West Feliciana stood adjourned and will meet again in a regular session on Tuesday, December 2,

The Parish School Board of the Parish of West Feliciana, State of Louisiana, met in regular session at its regular meeting place, the Parish School Board Office, 4727 Fidelity Street, St. Francisville, Louisiana, on Tuesday, December 16, 2014, at five (5:00) o’clock p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE --PROCEEDINGS OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE PARISH OF WEST FELICIANA, STATE OF LOUISIANA TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2014. The Planning and Zoning Commission of the Parish of West Feliciana, State of Louisiana met in regular session on Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at Five (5:00) p.m. at its regular meeting place, the Parish Council Meeting Room on the second floor of the Courthouse Annex, 4785 Prosperity Street, St. Francisville, Louisiana. The following members were present: Chairperson Mary Godke, Plater Gooden, Archer Lee, Stephen McKinney, Peter Newkirk, John Rogers, and James Wood. Other staff and/or guest(s) present: Fire Chief, James Wood, Public Works Director/Planning & Zoning Administrator, Jim Ferguson and the Assistant District Attorney (ADA), Michael L. Hughes. Chairperson Mary Godke called the meeting to order then asked the audience to silence all mobile devices. She informed the audience that the meeting is being streamed live and asked that public comment forms be completed for those wishing to speak on an item not to exceed three (3) minutes. She then welcomed Lt. Col. Archer Lee to the Board. The Commission was ready for the transaction of business and she led the Pledge of Allegiance. Upon a motion of GOODEN, seconded by ROGERS, the agenda was unanimously approved by the Commission. The Administrator stated that the review of ordinances and the identification of ordinance amendments are ongoing.

The Parish School Board of the Parish of West Feliciana, State of Louisiana, was duly convened as the governing authority of said parish for school purposes by Honorable Kevin Beauchamp, President, who then stated that the Parish School board was ready for the transaction of business. Agenda It was moved by Ms. O’Brien, seconded by Ms. McKinney to approve the agenda for the December 16, 2014 regular board meeting, as per mailed copy. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried. Minutes It was moved by Mr. Coats, seconded by Ms. McKinney to approve the minutes of the November 18, 2014, regular board meeting. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried. Recognitions & Presentations Superintendent Milton thanked Mr. David Cornette for his 12 years of service to the board, to the children, our district, and our community as a board member. Mr. Milton thanked him, personally, for his support, leadership and dedication. President Beauchamp, and the other board members congratulated Ms. Cornette on his retirement and expressed their gratitude for his service. They will miss him! Teachers of the Year for 2015 were recognized and received a plaque. Superintendent Milton thanked them for their hard work and their dedication to their students and the school system. He added: “They give their best every day.” Carla Jackson West Feliciana Parish Elementary Teacher of the Year and Louisiana State Teacher of the Year Teresa Pritchard West Feliciana Parish Middle School Teacher of the Year Karolyn Jones West Feliciana Parish High School Teacher of the Year Numerous employees were recognized for their years of service. Each employee received a plaque as a token of appreciation. Years of Service Location 10 FSC 10 WFHS 20 Bains Elementary 20 Bains Elementary 20 Bains Lower Elementary 20 FSC 20 WFHS 20 WFHS 20 WFMS 30 Bains Elementary 30 Bains Elementary 30 WFHS 30 WFMS 30 WFMS 30 WFMS

Superintendent Milton announced that Mr. Ben Necaise is taking a position with the Department of Education and has submitted his resignation. Mr. Milton thanked Mr. Necaise for his valuable leadership during the last 5 years that he has been principal at WFMS. According to Mr. Milton, this is bittersweet as we are excited about his new opportunity and at the same time we will miss his leadership. We are also excited about our new leadership team at WFMS. Superintendent Milton announced that he appointed Ms. Jovanka Ganes as Interim Principal, and Mr. Mark Lester as Interim Assistant Principal. Ms. Jodi Lemoine has been assigned additional instructional duties as Interim Administrative Assistant of Instruction. All of them were present, along with Coach Rickey Grant, as he continues to be part of the team. Superintendent Milton added, “This is a dynamic team that contains youth, passion, energy, and experience.” Congratulations!

On motion of GOODEN, seconded by NEWKIRK, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Parish of West Feliciana stood adjourned and will meet again in a regular session on Tuesday, January 6, 2015 at 5:00 p.m., in the Parish Council Meeting Room on the second floor of the Courthouse Annex at 4785 Prosperity Street, St. Francisville, Louisiana. \s\Mary Godke Chairperson \s\Jim Ferguson Planning & Zoning Administrator 5090614-feb 12-1t

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PUBLIC NOTICE --LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (LDEQ) KPAQ INDUSTRIES, LLC ST. FRANCISVILLE OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLETENESS DETERMINATION

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NOTICE --Minutes of the West Feliciana Parish Tourist Commission Regular Meeting, Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at 5:00 pm St. Francisville Town Hall, 11936 Ferdinand Street St. Francisville, Louisiana

The LDEQ, Office of Environmental Services, has reviewed a water permit application from KPAQ Industries, LLC, 2105 LA Highway 964 St. Francisville, LA 70775 for the St. Francisville Operations and determined that it is administratively complete. The application was received on May 7, 2014. The St. Francisville Operations is located at 2105 LA Highway 964, St. Francisville, West Feliciana Parish.

Members present: Julie Brashier, Lauren Field, Catherine Leake, Kitty Martin, Beth Pace and guest, Susie Tully Absent: Johnny Patrick, Angie Ray, Laurie Walsh

KPAQ Industries, LLC, St. Francisville Operations

Acceptance and Approval of Agenda

The meeting was called to order by President Kitty Martin at 5:02 pm

West Feliciana Parish School Board 2015 Meeting Dates Tuesday, January 27, 2015* Thursday, February 26, 2015* Tuesday, March 17, 2015 Tuesday, April 28, 2015* Tuesday, May 19, 2015 Tuesday, June 16, 2015 Tuesday, July 28, 2015* Tuesday, August 18, 2015 Tuesday, September 15, 2015 Tuesday, October 27, 2015* Tuesday, November 17, 2015 Tuesday, December 15, 2015

The meeting was called to order by President Kevin Beauchamp. Mr. Beauchamp asked Secretary, Ruthie Davis, to call the roll of the board.

None

Upon a motion of GODKE, seconded by McKINNEY, the Commission deferred the approval of the minutes of the special meeting of November 12th until next month. The Commission, upon a motion of McKINNEY, seconded by WOOD, approved the minutes of the October 7th meeting with the noted correction.

Inquiries or requests for additional information regarding the administrative completeness review of this application should be directed to Niels Larsen, LDEQ, Public Participation and Permit Support Division, P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313 or at 225-219-3304.

Other School Board Business The board was asked to approve the School Board Meeting Dates for 2015. Upon review of the February date, it was decided to move the meeting from Tuesday, February 24 to Thursday, February 26, 2015, due to the LSBA convention; which will be held in Shreveport from Sunday, February 22 thru Tuesday, February 24, 2015. It was moved by Ms. Wilson-Rogers, seconded by Mr. White to approve the calendar with the above-referenced changes.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Cornette.

There were present: President Beauchamp, School Board Members Milton Coats, David Cornette, Amanda McKinney, Kelly O’Brien, James White, and Sara Wilson-Rogers.

Ms. Godke nominated GOODEN, to serve as Chair effective January 1st. Upon a motion of ROGERS, seconded by WOOD, the Commission unanimously elected GOODEN as its Chair. Mr. Newkirk nominated McKINNEY, to serve as Vice-Chair effective January 1st. Upon a motion of GODKE, seconded by GOODEN, the Commission unanimously elected McKINNEY as its Vice-Chair.

There were none absent.

Superintendent Milton asked for a moment of silence to honor an employee, Mr. Gerald Connell, and a Pre-K student, Jeremiah Elliot. Both passed away earlier this month.

Name Contessa Brooks Leonard Ferguson Mary Britt Andrew Julian Carlotta Haile Cynthia Whitaker Jason McCray Nicholas Smith Brenda Stirgus Charlotte Cobb Sheila Scott Barbara Howell Rickey Grant Sally James Angeline Wilson

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD OF THE PARISH OF WEST FELICIANA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2014, AT 5:00 P.M.

There were absent:

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Board meetings to be held on the third Tuesday of each month with the following exceptions: *Tuesday, January 27, 2015; fourth Tuesday due to 2nd Quarter Report *Thursday, February 26, 2015; due to LSBA Convention *Tuesday, April 28, 2015; fourth Tuesday due to Easter Holiday *Tuesday, July 28, 2015; fourth Tuesday due to 3rd Quarter Report *Tuesday, October 27, 2015; fourth Tuesday due to 1st Quarter Report Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried. The board was asked to approve an agreement between WFPSB and SchoolStatus (data warehouse) as a “free of charge” pilot program in the spring. If approved, our district will be the first district in Louisiana to enter into an agreement with this company. It was moved by Ms. McKinney, seconded by Ms. O’Brien to approve agreement with SchoolStatus as a pilot program. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried. Mr. Comfort asked the board to approve a cooperative agreement with State of Louisiana Department of Education. This would allow our district to test less than 20 students, some using WorkKeys and our seniors using the ACT. It was moved by Mr. White, seconded by Ms. O’Brien to approve request as presented by Mr. Comfort. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried. It was moved by Ms. Wilson-Rogers, seconded by Ms. McKinney to approve the following use of facilities request: i.

American Cancer Society to use West Feliciana High School Stadium, Track and Field, and parking area on Friday, April 10, 2015, from 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., on Saturday, April 11, 2015, for the annual Relay for Life Event. Fees and certificate of insurance pending. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.

Personnel Items for Board Approval I. Resignation: 1) Ben Necaise, Principal at West Feliciana Middle School, effective December 30, 2014. It was moved by Ms. McKinney, seconded by Ms. O’Brien to approve request as presented by Superintendent Milton. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried. Superintendent’s Report The report of the Superintendent was received and placed on file. Some of the issues addressed by the Superintendent were as follows: Superintendent Personnel Changes Sales Tax Report Announcements: Handouts Julius Freyhan Foundation Basement – Storage Area Standard Mileage Rate Change (issued by IRS) LSBA Convention packet – REVISED Possible dates for Strategic Planning Meeting Pecan Grove Project – Information Policies: packet mailed in December for Board approval in January Ryan Reed, BR Player of the Week “Believe and Prepare” – Cohort 2 Update: • Our district’s contribution to “St. Jude Give Thanks Walk” totaled $4,001.00 Other Jazz Ferguson and Ryan Reed, our two football “stars” will be invited to the January board meeting to be recognized for their tremendous accomplishments this year Upcoming Board Meetings Tuesday, January 27, 2015 @ 5:00 PM Thursday, February 26, 2015 @ 5:00 PM It was moved by Mr. Cornette, seconded by Ms. Wilson-Rogers to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

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SHERIFF’S SALE --Twenty-First Judicial District court of Louisiana, in and for the Parish of St. Helena JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Vs. 22,353 Waukesha P. Thomas A/K/A Waukesha Lee Thomas wife of/and Bobby Ray Thomas A/K/A Bobby Ray Thomas, Sr. By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Twenty-First Judicial Court of Louisiana, Parish of St. Helena in and for the Parish of St. Helena Parish, in the above entitled and numbered suit, I have seized and will proceed to sell at public auction for cash to the last and highest bidder and according to law, sale to take place at the principal front door of the Court House in Greensburg, Louisiana on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Between the hours prescribed by law, beginning at ten o’clock a.m. the following mentioned and described property in the Parish of St. Helena, State of Louisiana, to-wit: WITH APPRAISEMENT ONE CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, situated in the Parish of St. Helena, State of Louisiana, and being designated as Lot Number Two "B" (2-B) on that one certain map made by Phillip G. Holland, dated November 24, 1999. Said map recorded in the official records of St. Helena as Original 227, Bundle 159, said tract containing 0.36 aorco and being subject to such servitudes and having such measurements and dimensions as shown on said map. Terms of Sale: CASH, according to law with appraisement Greensburg, La., Advertise February 12, 2015 and March 12, 2015 Fred J. Daigle, Attorney Nathaniel Williams, Sheriff 5087478-feb 12-mar 12-2t

NOTICE --ST. HELENA PARISH POLICE JURY MINUTES REGULAR SESSION, TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2015 The St. Helena Parish Police Jury met regular session in the Meeting Room of the St. Helena Parish Police Jury Building at 17911 Hwy 43, Greensburg, Louisiana, on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.

Motion by Jule C. Wascom second by Thomas J. Wicker, to pay dues & registration only, and NO Per Diem for travel expenses for Police Jury employees, Jurors, ROV, Justices of the Peace & Constables, failed by the following vote thereon: YEAS: Jule C. Wascom, Thomas J. Wicker, Doug Watson NAYS: Theodore McCray, Jr., Warren McCray Jr., Major Coleman Police Jury will pay all expenses for mandatory trainings & conferences only for all Police Jury employees, Jurors, ROV, Justices of the Peace & Constables Motion by Major Coleman second by Warren McCray, Jr. to approve paying registration dues and authorize Tresa Byrd and Scott Galmon to attend the 2015 BAOL Annual Conference, March 15 – 18, 2015 in Baton Rouge, LA failed by the following vote thereon: YEAS: Theodore MCray, Jr., Warren McCray, Jr., Major Coleman NAYS: Jule C. Wascom, Thomas J. Wicker, Doug Watson Motion carried to authorize Congressman Ralph Abraham, 5th Congressional District, requesting to use available office space at the Parish Health Unit, once every other week, for the 2015 calendar year Acknowledged receipt of financial reports received for review, as prepared by Sibley & Newell, CPA Approved requisitions, except for requisitions that are to be paid from General Fund, as per copies presented to Jurors Approved employees’ leave time report Accepted fuel, and/or work reports by Superintendent Approved checks written after the last regular meeting in the total amount of $280,538.24 and tonight’s checks totaling $129,451.17 Approved minutes for January 13, 2015, as prepared and emailed to Jurors The meeting was adjourned to meet in regular session at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 10, 2015 __________________ Theodore MCCray, Jr., President St. Helena Parish Police Jury State of Louisiana __________________ Sharonda Brown, Sec-Treasurer St. Helena Parish Police Jury State of Louisiana 5090878-feb 12-1t

Police Jurors present: President Thomas Wicker, Vice President Theodore, McCray Jr., Jule C. Wascom, Warren McCray, Jr, Major Coleman, Doug Watson Police Jurors absent: NONE Addendum: • Motion carried to add one item to the agenda • Sheriff Nathaniel Williams discussed Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) regarding the SHP Jail Complex & use of office space at the Parish Health Unit building

I, Theodore Simmons, have been convicted of 14:81.2 Molestation of Juvenile on Dec 11, 2001. My address is 958 Hall Rd., Greensburg, LA 70441. 5092098-feb 12-19-2t

• Motion unanimously carried to authorized Mr. Clifton Speed to prepare CEA between the SHPPJ & SHPSO to be presented at the next regular Police Jury meeting Discussed options available to Police Jury regarding lease proposal on Warehouse located at 509 Lafayette St. No action taken Motion unanimously carried to authorize the President to sign agreement between the LA DOTD and St. Helena Parish Police Jury and the St. Helena Parish Police Jury and the St. Helena Parish Council on Aging St. Helena Parish Courthouse Project: Phase II

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• Morgan Watson gave an update on courthouse renovations • Approved invoice from Morgan Watson i/a/o $1,000 for Professional Services Motion carried to table authorizing President signing Annual Statement of Assurances as to the Uniform Relocation Assistance & Real Property Acquisition Act Mr. Jimmy Miller gave an update on SHAPE Mr. Larry Freeman expressed his concerns regarding recently paved roads in the parish Motion unanimously carried to accept low bid received from Affordable Group Services i/a/o $5,000, for the purpose of clearing land to build new fire station Discussed the SubDivision Ordinance for St. Helena Parish.; President Theodore recommended that Juror Warren McCray, Jr. organize an Committee to discuss amending the ordinance

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Motion carried to table invoice from Teknarus i/a/o $3,240, for Annual Website Maintenance The FWRD will meet on Thursday, January 30, 2015 @ 6:00pm to discuss CEA regarding the MultiPurpose Center; Mr. Theodore McCray will attend the meeting to represent the Police Jury Rita Allen presented OEP report to Jurors Motion unanimously carried to authorize Albert Franklin to attend the Louisiana Parish Engineers and Supervisors Association (LPESA) con-

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