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Did you make your resolution?
Lots of things and events happening in the new year. Have you resolved to anything in 2015? Does anyone do that anymore? Are you still writing 2014 as the date? Perhaps that should be your 2015 resolution. My list is a short one and involves burning massive amounts of calories. Good luck with your resolutions. This week, around Zachary ...
Bypass opens Thursday
The recently constructed Zachary bypass will open to motorists Thursday, Jan. 15, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Mayor David Amrhein and city officials will cut the ribbon on the bypass road at 10 a.m. at the main entrance — the intersection of Montegudo Boulevard and Bob Odom Drive, named after longtime Zachary resident Bob Odom, Louisiana’s former commissioner of agriculture. Immediately following the ceremony, the Montegudo and Odom families have been invited to be the first to drive on the new bypass, which sits on a tract of land once owned by the Montegudo family. The bypass offers an alternative to La. 64, connecting with La. 19 at the north and McHugh Road and/or Main Street at the south ends. The new boulevard was built to reduce traffic flow on both roadways, according to city officials. “We are committed to continuing to address the effects of rapid growth in Zachary,” Amrhein said. “A key part of those efforts is to ensure that our roadways are safe and that traffic flow on our streets is improved. This infrastructure improvement will not only help to promote the economic growth of our city but improve safety for its drivers as well.”
The nine members of the Zachary Community School Board began their four-year terms after being sworn in by attorney Ricky McDavid at a Jan. 6 ceremony during the first board meeting of the year. Five new members — Gwen Fuselier, Donna Grice, Marty Hughes, Heidi Vessel and Ann Watkins — took the oath for the first time. Former board member Beth Kimmel and returning board members David Dayton, Hubie Owen and Gaynell Young welcomed their new colleagues and began the meeting. Owen was named board president, and Kimmel was nominated to serve as vice president. The board positions are oneyear appointments. During the work session held prior to the meeting, several Zachary residents attended with hopes of voicing their concerns about the 1-cent sales tax the school district is asking the community to consider in
included on board committees. “I’ve run several cancer centers, and I know about making cuts,” Soileau said. “It’s a part of what businesses do every day.” After listing several of her qualifications, Soileau said she would like to be part of the School Board’s financial committee. Superintendent Scott Devillier said he was aware of some residents weighing in on social media, but for as many people who commented online, he’s had the same number of people call him to announce their supAdvocate staff photo by STACY GILL port for the measure. Six new Zachary School Board members joined three veteran members Jan. 6 in presiding over “We’ve had seven town hall their first meeting of 2015. Seated, from left, are Hubie Owen, District 5; Superintendent Scott meetings, many of which were Devillier; Beth Kimmel, District 7; and Ann Watkins, District 8; and standing, Marty Hughes, unattended, and held many, District 3; Gwen Fuselier, District 2; Heidi Vessel, District 6; Gaynell Young, District 1; Donna many discussions. We’ve cut, and we’ve cut, and we’ve cut, Grice, District 4; and David Dayton, District 9. and now we’re here,” Devillier adopt a resolution supporting eral residents have discussed said. “I just want the public to March. the topic at length on a social know the facts. It’s my job, this The 1-cent proposition was an the sales tax proposition. board’s job to inform the comBoard members voted unani- media website. agenda item at the Dec. 3 meetZachary resident Jessica Soi- munity and to arm everyone ing, when a roll call vote on mously on all three motions. No one from the community leau, who has children in Zach- with the correct information, three actions was taken: a motion to put the sales tax on the attended that meeting to speak ary schools, attended the Jan. 6 and in turn, the community will ballot; a motion on the amount in opposition of the measure; work session and said she feels of the sales tax; and a motion to however, in recent weeks, sev- community members should be äSee MEMBERS, page 3G
HIGH SCHOOL
Musical
Students set to put on ‘Hairspray’
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Gifted and talented theater and choir students at Zachary High School are in rehearsals for the upcoming musical production of ‘Hairspray.’ Cece Kelly, left, as Edna Turnblad, and Alana Scott as Motormouth Maybelle peform a scene Jan. 6 in the Visual and Performing Arts Center on the Zachary High campus.
Trish Dry is thrilled to be guest directing the upcoming Zachary High School production of “Hairspray.” Students enrolled in Dry’s gifted and talented theater class and those in play production I and II, theater I and choir are all part of the classic John Waters-directed movie of the same name that deals with segregation in the 1960s through song and dance. “I was surprised they asked me but no less thrilled and honored,” Dry said. “The kids chose this musical last year, and it was cast before the summer break. We began rehearsing in September. The cast and crew have embraced this show head on, and they are truly amazing.” “Hairspray” is set in 1962 Baltimore and tells the story of a lovable teen outcast Tracy Turnblad, who has one desire: to dance on a popular television show. The plus-size teen receives her wish and is transformed from social misfit to overnight celebrity. She uses her newfound power to dethrone the reigning teen queen, Amber Von Tussle; win the affections of her crush, Link Larkin; and help integrate the television
Senior Tony Collins practices a dance move between scenes on the set of ‘Hairspray,’ the Zachary High production of the Tony awardwinning musical and cult movie by the same name. Collins doubles as the show’s choreographer and cast member as Seaweed. show — all without denting her “do.” “This show addresses social issues of the ’60s in an authentic way,” Dry said. “And these students have done an amazing job in bringing this (issue) in a real way. They are passionate about the unfairness of segregation and have tackled the subject matter with perfect aplomb through song and dance.” äSee MUSICAL, page 2G
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Eric Scherrer as Wilbur Turnblad; CeCe Kelly as Edna Turnblad; Alana Scott as Motormouth Maybelle; Bethany Godbold as Velma Von Tussle; and Brooke Cranford as Amber Von Tussle; from left, get into their characters while rehearsing a scene for the upcoming hit musical ‘Hairspray.’ The ZHS production runs Jan. 22-24 and Jan. 29-31.
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Continued from page 1G Dry said the subject matter is PG-13 and for middle school-age children and older, though innuendo would be lost on smaller children. The production was approved by former Principal Wes Watts prior to leaving, Dry said, and current Principal Joe LeBlanc has been supportive. “He is a huge fan of the arts,” Dry said. Play production I, II and theater II teacher Jen Masterson, who recently directed many of the same students in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” is producing the musical. “It’s pretty neat to watch a show take shape from a different perspective,” Masterson said. “Trish is a lot of fun and does a great job. I’ve always believed it’s important for young actors to pursue a variety of performance opportunities, and that includes working with different directors.” Jeremy Reynolds is the visual/performing arts coordinator.
Shelbi Bush is assistant director/intern; Joe Havard, stage manager; Tony Collins, choreographer/cast member; and Alana Scott and Jamarcus Smith, who both play key roles in the cast, help round out the crew. The ZHS production of the musical “Hairspray” includes Emma Dry as Tracy Turnblad; Grant Washington as Corny Collins; Bethany Godbold as Amber Von Tussle; Brooke Cranford as Velma Von Tussle; Alana Scott as Motormouth Maybelle; Cece Kelly as Edna Turnblad; and Eric Scherrer as Wilbur Turnblad. The cast also includes Breann Burson as Penny Pingleton; Kyla Bates as Little Inez; Tony Collins as Seaweed; P.J. Cottano as Link Larkin; Jarmarcus Smith as Mr. Pinky/ Bum/Thad; Curtis Hooper as Mr. Spritzer/principal/PE coach; Caleb Clayton as Brad; Lauren Smith as Tammy; Reid Saari as Fender; Ashley Soileau as Brenda/jailbird girl; Kade Riche as Sketch; Morgan Mazzarella as Shelley; Ethan Scherrer as IQ; Sophia Nowiki as LouAnn; Madeline Brown as Prudy Pingleton; Jake Thomas
as Duane; Jeremiah Brown as Gilbert; Jovonte McDaniel as Stooie; Camryn Hayes as Lorraine; and Dominique Ferguson as Cindy. Anika Jackson, Kennedy Jarvis and Kaitlin Hayes play The Dynamites. Taylor Barnes, Zoe Heeter, Hayes and Ferguson have been cast as Pinky’s ladies. Peyton Whitcomb is a guard/ officer; Aidan Hill is a guard/ matron; and Julia Coreil plays a beatnik chick. Chelsea Bernard, Kenlee McHugh, Jordan Miler, Madison Russell, Lauren Taylor, Antonio O’Neal and Barnes, J. Brown, Coreil, Ferguson, C. Hayes, Heeter, Jarvis, McDaniel, J. Smith, L. Smith, Soileau, Thomas and Jackson make up the ensemble cast. “Hairspray” runs six nights: Jan. 22-24 and Jan. 29-31 at the Zachary Performing Arts Center located on the ZHS campus. House opens at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and are available at Zachary High School. To purchase tickets online, visit www.zhsdrama.ticketleap.com/hairspray. Service fees apply.
Police Chief David McDavid provided an update of the Zachary Police Department during a recent meeting of the Zachary Rotary Club. McDavid said the Police Department has undergone many changes in 27 years while located in the same building. “We’ve outgrown this space, and we’re looking to build,” McDavid said. “We’ve scouted some properties, but now it’s a matter of figuring out the funding to make that happen.” The Zachary Police Department is one of only three stations in the north Baton Rouge area that serves as a dispatch station for fire, EMS and all 911 calls. To help with the influx of calls, the communications department received a $9,000 grant for a backup battery to ensure emergency calls are not lost during storms or power outages. In the past four years, the department spent $15,000 to upgrade to a new phone system allowing communication with other law enforcement agencies. Another newly added system links the department with Louisiana State Police and the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office so the agencies can share information on arrests, cases, records and warrants. “We can see their reports, and they can see ours,” McDavid said.
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Zachary Police Chief David McDavid was the guest speaker at Rotary’s Jan. 8 meeting. McDavid provided an update on the Police Department that included grants, equipment and statistics from the past four years. The evidence room has been expanded to make way for a new filing system that shares current case information with the EBRSO, Baton Rouge Police Department and the District Attorney’s Office. “Some of the evidence dates back to the ’80s, so we’ve had interns from BRCC, LSU and Southern who have been working with our guys archiving and getting things into the newer system. They’ve caught us up to 2012, and all of them have worked really hard,” McDavid said. A new refrigeration system was purchased for the preservation of DNA evidence, DWI
and rape kit samples, and three new police units have been purchased thanks to a $100,000 grant. “We’ve also received several grants from GOHSEP (the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness) this year that have vehicle computers assisted us with our trailer to haul our four-wheelers and Mule (ATV), which we use while providing security detail at Zachary festivals, high school sports games and some concerts at Southern,” McDavid said. Security cameras aimed at the back parking lot of the police station were improved. As for personnel, McDavid said the department’s school resource officer and two DARE officers are an integral part of the department. “We try to get involved and be of service to this community by going above and beyond the scope of our jobs as law enforcement officials,” McDavid said. Zachary police officers participate in the annual Zachary Time Trials benefiting Zachary students with special needs and Special Olympics; host selfdefense seminars for girls and women; encourage job shadowing and mentoring of Zachary High School students; and participate in community drug take-back days. For information on the department, website at www. zacharypd.org.
Zachary firefighters take part in training drills BY HOWARD ARCENEAUX Special to the Advocate
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Zachary Fire Department personnel prepare to make entry into a ‘burn building’ Jan. 7 during a training exercise in St. Francisville.
Firefighters with the Zachary Fire Department participated Jan. 7 in training at West Feliciana Parish’s Fire Protection District 1 facility in St. Francisville. Gordon Lipscomb, training officer for ZFD, supervised as volunteer, part-time and full-time firefighters participated in the drills. The exercises are mandatory for full-
timers, Lipscomb said. The drills, which are held three times a year, include classroom instruction followed by actual practice in a “burn building” that includes containing live fires inside a multistory structure. “This training is valuable because it gives our crews the opportunity to work together,” Lipscomb said. The ZFD has 73 firefighters on its roster, including 25 fulltime members.
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Continued from page 1G make the final decision on the school district.” Devillier said the Zachary school district and School Board always have encouraged community involvement, and if anyone is interested in being on a board committee or would like to speak with him directly, they should contact him at the School Board office soon. Devillier said board committees will consist of four board members, two district staff members and two community members. The committee groups soon will be posted on the district’s website, www.zacharyschools. org. In other school district news,: JUMP START: Members discussed the school system’s inclusion in a Jump Start grant program. The Zachary school system was included in the North Capital Region team that includes the Zachary, East and West Feliciana and Pointe Coupee school districts. The team is one of eight teams to receive a Jump Start grant. In October, the Louisiana Department of Education recommended to the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education grant eight awards to the Jump Start regional teams from across the state totaling $645,000, state Superintendent John White said.
White said the grants will help expand career counseling activities with a focus on engaging students in college and career planning earlier in middle and high school. The grants also will create a statewide network of regional workplace experience exchanges, including coordinators who will maximize the number of guest speakers, day-on-the-job opportunities, job fairs and internships for students, as well as externships for teachers, according to the Education Department. Devillier said West Feliciana Parish took the lead as the grant’s fiscal agent, and the $50,000 — split four ways — will fund the implementation of career and technical counseling in the high schools. “The money will be used to train counselors and some teachers to help get kids ready for the workplace and workforce opportunities,” Devillier said. As defined by the LDOE, Jump Start is the state’s new initiative to provide students with basic and advanced career credentials that allow students to continue their education after high school. To achieve the Jump Start credential, students complete graduation pathways of courses and workplace-based experiences developed by Jump Start regional teams made up of industry, colleges and school districts. The next Zachary School Board meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Feb. 3.
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MLK march The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Zachary Committee will host its annual Martin Luther King walk leaving from Zachary City Hall, 4700 Main St., at 6 p.m. Monday and arriving at New Pilgrim Baptist Church, 4415 Old Weis Road, where a memorial celebration will start. Parents of Zachary youth are asked to bring their children to participate in the “When Will There be Peace?” program. Refreshments will be served following the march and memorial ceremony.
Newcomers, Lunch Bunch
The Zachary Newcomers Book Club will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the meeting room at the Zachary Branch Library, 1900 Church St. The club’s Lunch Bunch will meet at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 23 at Cajun Catch, 4347 High St. Members are asked to RSVP to Sylvia Wahoske by 10 a.m. Jan. 23 by calling (225) 3371151 or emailing sjwahoske@ cox.net.
Teen movie day
The Baker Branch Library, 3501 Groom Road, invites area teens to movie day from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. Watch the film “Divergent,” about a futuristic dystopia where society is divided into five factions that each represent a different virtue.
Teens have to decide if they want to stay in their faction or switch to another for the rest of their lives. Contact Kirsten Langberg at (225) 778-5960 for information.
Teen game night
The Zachary Branch Library, 1900 Church St., invites teens and tweens for a night of Wii games with friends from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Light refreshments will be provided. This is event is for seventhgraders and up. For information, call (225) 658-1870.
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My name is Mark Armstrong, and I am a 23-year native of St. Francisville with Tiger Taxes and Tours. I would like take this opportunity to thank the community for the kindness and compassion shown me since the passing of my wife. Thank you, to Father Roldan and the folks at Grace Episcopal Church; Mayor Billy, Yolonda, Andy and Sam D’Aquilla; Christa for her kindness; and thanks to Frank Farmer and family. A special thanks to Dewayne Ulkins for being a wonderful friend, and thanks to Arlin Deas. I would also like to express my gratitude to Healing Place Church and the dental office of Dr. Wilson and Robin who showed me so much care and love when I needed it. The employees and staff at Bank of St. Francisville, the Daniel Clinic and West Feliciana Animal Humane Society are all wonderful people. I am so blessed to have found utopia in the community of St. Francisville. I’m grateful to the folks who care for animals like I do and who care for my beautiful companion, Muffin. Lastly I would like to thank Amy without her care and love I wouldn’t be here. When my true father calls me I hope the caring people who love animals will continue to care for them.
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Concienne named teacher of year at Career Center Support Teacher of the Month, voted upon by students, and Joshua Concienne was named named district technology coorthe 2014-15 Teacher of the Year dinator. “Concienne is well-respected at Zachary Career and Technical Center, a satellite campus of by his colleagues, the students and is the epitome of what our Zachary High School. Concienne teaches algebra I district strives to attain in an and II, geometry, math essen- educator,� said Bianca Brown, tials, advanced math and finan- instructional specialist at ZCTC. “He goes above and beyond what cial math. He was recently chosen Posi- is expected of him as a teacher, tive Behavioral Interventions/ leader and staff member.� Advocate staff report
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Zachary Elementary School’s December star students, front row from left, are Jayliah Jones, Maci Louque, Kentrell Fowler, Reese Blalock and Elton Wolf; second row, Tessa Hay, Amelia Johnson, Sydney Marshall, Noah Hooge, Joseph Spurlock and Colton Hamilton; third row, Tafari Beard, Devall Barrow, Ethan White, Sydney Pomeroy, Jazmyne Blaine, Drake Mansur, Gauge McVea, Jason Causey, Blake Barbe, Eni Nwabueze and Austin Maharrey; and fourth row, Principal Dewey Davis, Russell Wells, Kameron Roussell, Nia Butler, Gabrielle Lanes, Samantha Deshotels, Dillon Moree, Hannah Rogillio, Crawford Williams and Carson Dayton with Assistant Principal Trudy Johnson.
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The following people were booked in East Baton Rouge Parish Prison by the Baker Police Department from Dec. 31 to Jan. 9.
ALLEN, JACOB: 34, 14661 S. Harrells Ferry Road, Baton Rouge, bench warrants for failure to appear for no proof of insurance in vehicle, driving under suspension/revocation and failure to register vehicle. ANDERSON, KRISTOPHER: 19, 1033 Chemin Place, Baker, bench warrants for failure to appear for disturbing the peace, two counts of simple assault and safety belt use. BATISTE, DEMARIO: 27, 966 Monet Drive, Apt. 21, Baton Rouge, bench warrants for failure to appear for domestic abuse battery, reckless operation of a vehicle and disturbing the peace by offensive words. BATISTE, MARVIN: 25, 20051 Old Scenic Highway, Zachary, bench warrants for failure to appear for disturbing the peace by fistic encounter, driving under suspension/revocation, speeding and two counts of safety
belt use. BOYD, HUNTER: 26, 3216 Ramey Drive, Zachary, theft of goods and fugitive through Ascension Parish. DANTZLER, CHRISTANA: 35, 1920 Florida Blvd., Apt. B, Baker, affidavit warrant. FIELDS, JAMILA: 32, 11585 N. Harrells Ferry Road, Baton Rouge, reckless operation, driving under suspension, fugitive through East Baton Rouge Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office, bench warrants for failure to appear for three counts of speeding, safety belt use and child seat restraints. HAYES, TOM: 46, 8180 Battle Road, Ethel, fugitive through East Baton Rouge. KELLY, PONDEXTER: 39, 7324 Alberta Drive, Baton Rouge, bench warrants for failure to appear for three counts of no driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, expired license plate, driving under suspension/revocation and speeding. MOORE, ALISHA: 36, 2754 Monroe Ave., Baton Rouge, affidavit warrant for failure to return leased movables.
ROBINSON, BRITTANY: 24, 4709 Ave. Z, Zachary, bench warrant for failure to appear for no driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license on person. RUSSELL, INDIA: 22, 8623 E. Rush Ave., Apt. 101, Baton Rouge, bench warrant for failure to appear for speeding. SINGLETON, GALON: 42, 3510 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge, violation of a restraining order.
The following Baker and Zachary residents were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison by the East Baton Rouge Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office from Dec. 30 to Jan. 8. HARVEY, BRANDON: 27, 5746 Louisville Ave., Baker, domestic abuse battery, damage to property and disturbing the peace. REEVES, LENORA: 24, 18003 Claudette Drive, Zachary, domestic abuse battery.
SCOTT, JAMES: 53, 1147 St. Lawrence Drive, Baton Rouge, violation of protection orders.
SPEARS, COREY: 31, 2513 Boxwood Drive, Baker, domestic abuse battery and possession of marijuana. TAYLOR, KAILAN: 20, 3460 Holly St., Zachary, affidavit warrant for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.
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ZACHARY POLICE BOOKINGS The following people were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison or issued a summons by the Zachary Police Department from Jan. 2-8. ANDERSON, ELISA: 27, 4944 Paige St., Baton Rouge, bench warrant for failure to appear for driver must be licensed and fugitive charges from East Baton Rouge Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. BAYLOCK, KAYLA: 20, 12529 Coursey Blvd., Apt. 2074, Baton Rouge, disturbing the peace. DANIELS, DUSTIN: 29, 35 Guy Road, Greensburg, bench warrant for failure to appear for arraignment. FIELDS, JAMILA: 32, 1133 Husband St., Baker, bench warrant for failure to appear for driving under suspension and contempt of court.
GEORGE, CHRISTOPHER: 33, 5081 Kennedy Drive, Zachary, two counts of fugitive charges through West Feliciana Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. GEORGE, LAQEISHA: 26, 5157 La. 19, Lot 16, Zachary, disturbing the peace. HARDY, ALONZO: 52, 3462 Ash St., Zachary, domestic abuse battery. JONES, BRUCE: 23, 4035 Shaffet Lane, Zachary, disturbing the peace with domestic violence. KELLY, PONDEXTER: 39, 4212 Ironwood Ave., Baker, bench warrant for failure to appear for fugitive charges through Baker Police Department. KING, COLLIN: 25, 4545 Avenue F, Zachary, bench warrant for failure to appear for motor vehicle inspection sticker, driving under suspension, stopping, standing or parking outside business and hit-and-run driving.
MCGRAW, JENNIFER: 37, 5216 Oak St., St. Francisville, theft by shoplifting. MURRAY, JANICE: 32, 4619 Avenue B, Zachary, shoplifting. PERRY, DARREN: 29, 2236 La. 10, Apt. 10, Jackson, remaining after forbidden.
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sgill@theadvocate.com The Zachary Chamber of Commerce tried something new at its Jan. 7 Lunch and Learn session — speed networking. “You might think you don’t need to network or that you don’t have time, but everyone needs to network,” said Heather Prejean, Zachary Chamber director. “One day you’re going to need a new client, new vendor or even a new job. That’s when the networking you’ve already been doing will really pay off.” The Zachary Chamber hosts a monthly business networking luncheon for the Baker, Baton Rouge, Zachary, and East and West Feliciana business communities, and chamber members, nonmembers and guests are invited to attend. The luncheon features a guest
speaker who discusses topics such as better ways to connect with clients, the latest in business technology or social media marketing for companies large and small. The luncheons also allow brief, informational speeches by attendees about the businesses or companies they own or represent. These speakers are selected through random drawings. Door prizes are given away and often feature promotional items of businesses represented at the luncheons. At the recent Lunch and Learn, Prejean asked everyone to stand in a circle. Once a timer was started, she asked each person to talk with someone he or she was unfamiliar with or had never met or spoken to before. After three minutes, Prejean asked attendees to network with yet another unfamiliar person, and so on, until
everyone in the room had spoken with four people they had never met. “Networking can be thought of as a necessary evil sometimes,” Prejean said. “But you have to get to know people in business.” Prior to the speed-networking exercise, Prejean offered these tips on networking: FOCUS ON GIVING RATHER THAN GETTING: What you have to give may have nothing to do with you or your business. Do you know someone who can help the person or a book he or she might like? BE PRESENT: Be engaging with the person you are talking to; don’t break concentration or look around to see who else is in the room or what else is going on. LISTEN MORE THAN YOU SPEAK: The most interesting people to talk to are the ones who are the most interested in you.
THINK LONG TERM VERSUS SHORT TERM: When you first meet someone, don’t push your agenda on him or her. Real relationships build over time. DO NOT OVERCOMMIT OR FEEL GUILTY: When you go to a lot of conferences or events, you will meet plenty of people. It’s fine not to stay in touch with everyone. Don’t put so much pressure on yourself. BE HONEST: Don’t make false promises or agree to do things just to be nice if you have no intention of following through. TAKE ACTION IMMEDIATELY: If you do agree to do something for someone, do it immediately. ONLY SAY YES TO THINGS YOU REALLY WANT TO DO: Do the things that really excite you. The best connections are with friends. Zachary Chamber Lunch and Learn sessions are from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at the Americana YMCA, 4200
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Jones-led Northeast has Reed enjoying first year as coach Northeast girls basketball coach Dustane Reed doesn’t believe Pearl Jones is just the best athlete on his team. “I think she could be the best athlete in the whole school, and we have some good athletes at our school, boys and girls,” Reed said. Jones, a senior, plays forward for the Lady Vikings and is averaging 21.6 points and 9.8 rebounds a game. More impressive, she’s averaging nearly seven steals a game. She missed a couple games early in the season because she was wrapping up volleyball, where she was named to The Advocate’s All-Metro Team for divisions III and below as she averaged 10 kills per contest with 187 total kills, 78 digs and 61 blocks. With those kinds of numbers, she’s likely one of the best athletes in the state. Reed believes the 6-1 Jones can play collegiately somewhere, but the phone hasn’t been ringing off the hook. He expects that to change. “Some schools are looking at her for volleyball, but basketball is where her heart is,” Reed said. “I believe she will go anywhere she can play on the next level.” The Lady Vikings have struggled at times, and their 8-12 overall record and 0-2 district tally are not indicative of the kind of squad Reed has playing for him in his first year as their coach. Reed, who is in his eighth season as a coach, acknowledges the first part of the season was difficult as his players learned his system. It’s a system that he honed as a successful AAU coach in the Hammond area, where his Team Shockaz finished in the top 10 in a national tournament for sixth-grade teams. “We had some growing pains at first because I had to win the girls over,” said Reed, who also served as an assistant football coach for the Vikings. “They didn’t know me, and they didn’t know what to expect. It took time to get them to buy in and understand where my heart is with them. They’re very coachable.” Jones is versatile and can play just about any position, including shooting guard or on the post. Northeast also features twins Lauri Kight in the post and Lauren Kight at shooting guard. Advocate staff photo by STACY GILL These three players cause matchup Northeast High School’s Pearl Jones is defended by an East Feliciana player on Jan. 2. problems for opposing teams. Throw
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in spark plug Jada Snowden, a junior, and Reed’s pleased with where his team is. The two district losses were each by a single point, which Reed chalks up to a lack of experience. Jones didn’t play in four of the losses, and other players were missing for a couple of the other losses. He said the district schedule is challenging but he expects his girls will make the playoffs. Because of the power rankings, which are partially based on strength of schedule, Reed thinks five teams from District 6-2A can earn playoff berths. “Depthwise we’ve got it, but it depends on matchups and what the other team brings at us,” Reed said. “Personally, I think we’re still a district contender ’cause we’ve got a lot of parity in our district. We’re good enough to win out, but we’ve got to develop the necessary mental toughness. We don’t need any more lessons. It’s there. A lot of people haven’t seen our best.”
Zachary High’s Jackson shines
Zachary freshman Kristian Jackson was named Outstanding In-State Field Performer during the LSU High School Indoor Track Classic last week at the LSU Carl Maddox Field House. Jackson won the shot put with a winning toss of 40 feet, 3 inches, nearly 2 feet better than the nearest competitor. Also winning was Zachary sophomore sprinter Janie O’Connor in the 60-meter dash in 7.64 seconds, who also was a member of the Lady Broncos’ 4x200 relay team that placed third. Zachary’s Darryl Anderson was second in the high jump with a 6-foot, 3-inch leap.
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Head coach April Barnes discusses a possible outcome of the game with her Zachary team and assistant coach Michael Stephens against Scotlandville. Zachary lost to the Lady Hornets 55-43. The team hosts Alumni Night on Jan. 23 and invites all former Lady Bronco players.
Lady Broncos to host Alumni Night Jan. 23 Advocate staff report The Lady Broncos quickly rebounded following a Jan. 6 loss to Scotlandville to defeat Live Oak 56-37 on Jan. 8. Zachary’s game against Donaldsonville, scheduled for Jan. 13, was canceled, according to assistant coach Patrick Jenkins. Jenkins said he is uncertain
whether that game will be rescheduled. Up next for the Lady Broncos (14-9, 2-2), are two pivotal District 4-5A matches on the road — at Central on Friday and Walker on Tuesday. On Jan. 23, Zachary’s coach April Brown Barnes invites all former Lady Bronco basketball players to attend Alumni Night
at Zachary High School where players will be recognized during the game against Denham Springs. The junior varsity game starts at 5:30 p.m., and the varsity match tips off at 7 p.m. For information about Photos provided by RIP RITTELL Alumni Night, players should Tamia Veal is intent on taking possession of the ball from two Scotlandville Lady Hornets on email Barnes at april.barnes@ Jan. 6. ZHS lost 55-43. zacharyschools.org.
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10190 ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO THE ENLARGEMENT OF THE BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF ZACHARY BY THE ANNEXATION OF LOTS 5-C1-A-1 & 5-C-1-A-2 OF THE SCENIC ESTATES PROPERTY LOCATED IN §§58 & 71, T5S, R1WGLD WITHIN EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH LOUISIANA INTO THE MUNICIPAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF ZACHARY WHEREAS,the application and the corresponding annexation petition forLots 5-C-1-A-1 & 5-C-1-A-2 of The Scenic Estates Property located in §§58 & 71, T5S, R1WGLDhas been received favorably and hasbeen accepted by the City Council for the City of Zachary, to wit: BE IT ORDAINED, by the City Council for the City of Zachary that: The Ordinances for the City of Zachary, State of Louisiana are hereby amended by adding to the Miscellaneous Provisions to read as follows: Annexation of property owned by Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trace Development, LLC and Copper Mill Residential Development, LLC, beingdescribed as Lots 5-C-1-A-1 & 5-C-1-A-2 Of The Scenic Estates Property located in §§58 & 71, T5S, R1WGLDwithin East Baton Rouge Parish Louisiana. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, by the City Council for the City of Zachary that the City of Zachary does hereby annex into its corporate and municipal limits thesecertain tracts, lots and parcels of immovable property which are described as follows: TWO (2) CERTAIN TRACTS OR PARCELS OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana, being described asLots 5-C-1-A1&5-C-1-A-2 Of The Scenic Estates Property located in §§58 & 71, T5S, R1WGLD and more particularly described on the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Map Showing Exchange of Property Between Lots 5C-1-A, X & Z of the Scenic Estates Property into Lots 5-C-1-A-1 & 5-C-1-A2â&#x20AC;? for Copper Mill Residential, LLC dated April 2014 by MR Engineering & Surveying,
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10190 __________________ Mayor Pro Tempore SUBMITTED FOR FINAL APPROVAL AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Zachary as a regular meeting of the said Council after being duly noticed and publicized public hearing held on the 26th day of August, 2014. __________________ David Amrhein, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________ Jean Byers Clerk of the City Council ____________________ Mayor Pro Tempore 5079224-jan 15-1t
NOTICE --Posting Notice For A COMPETITIVE Civil Service Examination Police Communications Officer A written examination will be given in approximately ninety (90) days, in the Fire Department Training Room, on a competitive basis to approve applicants for the purpose of placing names on the competitive employment list in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Law and the rules of the Zachary Civil Service Board. Application forms may be obtained from Dana Poole at 4650 Main Street from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Thursday. Completed applications must be received by the above-mentioned person at the address given by February 8, 2015. Approved applicants will be notified of any changes in date, time, or place of the examination at least five (5) days prior to the examination date. Qualification Requirements For Admission To The Examination
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10190 Qualification Requirements For Admission To The Examination Unless otherwise specified, all requirements listed below must be met by the filing deadline for application for admission to the examination. Must meet all requirements of the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Law, including being a citizen of the United States, must have and maintain a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, and must pass a civil service examination for that position.
Zachary Public Notices
10190
Zachary Public Notices
10190
After offer of employment, but before beginning work in this class, must pass a medical examination prepared and administered by an authorized Doctor, designated by the appointing authority designed to demonstrate good health and physical fitness sufficient to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must have a high school diploma or a valid certificate of equivalency issued by a state department of education. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
Posted this 8th day of January 8, 2015, do not remove until after the application deadline on February 8, 2015 by order of the Zachary Municipal Fire & Police Civil Service Board and the State Examiners office. 5079555-jan 15-22-29-feb 5-4t
NOTICE --Posting Notice For A COMPETITIVE Civil Service Examination
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NOTICE --Posting Notice For A COMPETITIVE Civil Service Examination
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Police Officer A written examination will be given within approximately ninety (90) days, in the Fire Department Training Room, on a competitive basis to approve applicants for the purpose of placing names on the competitive employment list in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Law and the rules of the Zachary Civil Service Board. Application forms may be obtained from Dana Poole at 4650 Main Street from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Thursday. Completed applications must be received by the above-mentioned person at the address given by February 8, 2015. Approved applicants will be notified of any changes in date, time, or place of the examination at least five (5) days prior to the examination date.
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Firefighter/Operator A written examination will be given in approximately ninety days (90), in the Fire Department Training Room, on a competitive basis to approve applicants for the purpose of placing names on the competitive employment list in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Law and the rules of the Zachary Civil Service Board.
obtain a firefighter certification. Posted this 8th day of January 8, 2015, do not remove until after the application deadline on February 8, 2015 by order of the Zachary Municipal Fire & Police Civil Service Board and the State Examiners office. 5079562-jan 15-22-29-feb 5-4t
Application forms may be obtained from Dana Poole at 4650 Main Street from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Thursday. Completed applications must be received by the above-mentioned person at the address given by February 8, 2015. Approved applicants will be notified of any changes in date, time, or place of the examination at least five (5) days prior to the examination date. Qualification Requirements For Admission To The Examination Unless otherwise specified, all requirements listed below must be met by the filing deadline for application for admission to the examination. Must meet all requirements of the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Law, including being a citizen of the United States, and must pass a civil service examination for that position.
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Must have a high school diploma or a valid certificate of equivalency issued by a state department of education. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. After offer of employment, but before beginning work in this class, must pass a medical examination prepared and administered by an authorized Doctor, designated by the appointing authority designed to demonstrate good health and physical fitness sufficient to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. After offer of employment, but before beginning work in this class must obtain a valid Louisiana driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Before completion of the probationary period must
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