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Counting blessings should be a tradition Whatever the holiday tradition is in your home — drawing names; playing the white elephant game; hiding the elf; buying a gift for every member of your family, only the little ones or no one at all — it’s not about gift-giving but spending time together as a family. It’s about counting blessings. True, ’tis the season to be merry, but there are friends or family we know who are experiencing heartache this season. They could be grieving the loss of a relative or, worse, burying a relative over the holidays. The fact is, someone we know is having a difficult time this Christmas. It doesn’t matter if we celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah, it matters that we’re thankful for all we have. It matters that family and friends are together and that you have your health and happiness. Some people will be spending the holiday in the hospital. In the chaos of unwrapping presents this holiday season, let’s remember to reach out to someone who is having a difficult time by offering a hug or a phone call to say a simple “I care.” Sometimes, just knowing there is someone thinking of you and knowing someone is aware of the heavy burden you carry can make all the difference in the world. After all, it is the season of giving. Happy holidays to you and yours. In the meantime, around Zachary …

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Pages reveal book club’s longevity BY STACY GILL

sgill@theadvocate.com The Town and Country Reviewers Book Club possibly holds the unofficial distinction of being the longest-running book club in the Zachary community. Formed in 1953, the Town and Country Reviewers were, and still are, a women’s social club. Club activities include a monthly meeting on the first Tuesday and lunch at a member’s home. Two hostesses organize meetings, which often have guest speakers. Activities include book exchanges and trips. The women have ventured to the state fair and taken excursions antiquing in Ponchatoula or to the outlet malls. “We’ve also gone to Hemingbough and the Bluffs in West Feliciana as well as had lunch at some pretty fine places,” said Zachary’s Patsy Bueche, a longtime club member. But perhaps the most unique thing about the Town and Country Reviewers is the 60 years of scrapbooks documenting the club’s history. Bueche said a box of very old scrapbooks was discovered at the McHugh House in Zachary during a cleaning day and were nearly thrown out unintentionally. In dire shape with scrapbook pages torn and worn, Bueche set about the painstaking task of restoring the books that date back to the early ’50s. “When I took on the task, I was a little skeptical about how the books would turn out

Newspaper clippings of club members’ activities and events over the years have been archived in scrapbooks through 2014. because of the age of them,” Bueche said. “I just knew I would run into all kinds of problems.” As it turns out, Bueche transferred the old newspaper clippings and photographs to new, sturdier books and onto new pages without a major hitch. “It all worked out,” Bueche said. “This has been a wonderful journey I have been on. I loved looking at all the old photographs. They told so many stories.” Bueche added that she loved looking at all the dresses of the ladies who wore them in the ’50s and ’60s. “So many of those women are no longer with us, so I say ‘thank you’ for letting me share these memories with you and for trusting me enough to transfer your memories into another book,” Bueche said. Her job as club historian also has included clipping articles

TOP: Zachary’s Patsy Bueche, club historian for the Town and Country Reviewers Book Club, examines one of the scrapbooks she made of the club’s activities and events from over the years. Bueche and about 20 members celebrated the holidays with a luncheon and gift exchange Dec. 9. LEFT: The history of the Town and Country Reviewers Book Club, which began in Zachary in 1953, has been preserved in scrapbooks made by Bueche. Advocate staff photos by STACY GILL

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School board accepts first budget revision BY STACY GILL

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Quilters Corner

The Pride-Chaneyville Library, 13600 Pride-Port Hudson Road, hosts Quilters Corner, an ongoing quilting group that meets monthly to create quilts. Build your skills with äSee AROUND, page 5G

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From left, Kenneth Mackie, Sharon Samuel, Dawn Avants and Scott Swilley preside over their last school board meeting Dec. 16, also the last meeting of the year for the Zachary Community School District. New members will be sworn in Jan. 6 at the first school board meeting of the new year.

The Zachary Community School Board met Dec. 16 for its final meeting of the year. Board members accepted the first revision to the 201415 budget, which now shows a deficit in operating transfers of $6,917,167. At a Nov. 11 finance committee meeting, board members received binders containing information for the 2014-15 school year that included the district’s current budget and budget history. A summary of the revision indicated changes to the general fund in the areas of salary and benefits, academics, business, operations, construction and technology. Gordon Robertson, who oversees the district’s financial matters, informed the commit-

tee of property and fleet insurance increases, and Patrick Jenkins, director of operations, reviewed costs associated with energy usage and transportation, including bus needs. “This is just a snapshot of what’s going on,” Williams said. “Some things can be estimated, but until we actually get some things in hand and done, only then can a budget be revised.” The largest revision amounts were in the areas of construction ($5 million) and technology ($630,000). The total budget revision amount approved by the board Tuesday was $5,701,296 for a total fund balance of $12,018,608. Robertson said a second revision is expected to be introduced to the committee in the äSee BOARD, page 8G

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Zachary native among 11 students graduating from LSU Honors College Advocate staff report Zacharyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Danielle Kelley was among 11 students â&#x20AC;&#x201D; five from the region â&#x20AC;&#x201D; who graduated Dec. 19 during LSU Honors Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 285th commencement exercises. The Honors College gave special recognition to students who participated in a specific honors program and successfully completed and defended an undergraduate thesis, according to a news release. Students from the area, listed by hometown, are:

Zachary: Danielle Kelley, bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in mass communication, upper division honors Baton Rouge: Kaitlyn Daniel, bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in political science, thesis honors; Rachel Tessier, bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in natural resource and ecology management, college honors; Ashley Willis, bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in biological sciences, college honors Prairieville: Emilie Mativi, bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in mathematics, college honors For information on the LSU Honors College, visit www. honors.lsu.edu.

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Members of the Zachary Newcomers Club, from left, Rebecca Johnson, Alex Johnson, Linda Roberts, Beth Young, Debbie Zelenski and Sylvia Wahoske, meet Dec. 9 for a holiday lunch and ornament exchange. The Newcomers Club is open to anyone who has lived in the Zachary area for five years or less, but January is amnesty month, and anyone interested in joining who has lived in the Zachary area more than five years is welcome to participate in the club and its activities, club leaders said. The club hosts a monthly meeting with a speaker, usually at the library, as well as a lunch bunch outing, book club and coffee call. Members also meet to play Bridge, Bunco, golf and tennis. If interested in joining the Zachary Newcomers Club, call Sylvia Wahoske at (225) 337-1151 or email sjwahoske@cox.net.

District chooses Copper Mill studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas card design BY STACY GILL

sgill@theadvocate.com Alissa Adams, a fifth-grader at Copper Mill Elementary, was recognized Dec. 16 by Superintendent Scott Devillier and the School Board for her Christmas card design. Adamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; card was chosen from hundreds of drawings and paintings submitted by Zachary students. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a lot of entries to choose from,â&#x20AC;? Devillier said. The colored drawing by Adams was made into the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Christmas card and mailed to every superintendent in the state, Devillier said. Others on the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s holiday greetings mailing list include State Superintendent John White, East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Kip Holden, Zachary Mayor David Amrhein, city and state leaders, businesses, organizations and others throughout the Zachary community, the region and state. Adamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; art teacher, Darryl Alello, said he was proud of his student. Principal Keisha Thomas says Adams â&#x20AC;&#x153;enjoys math, playing softball and attending Zachary High Bronco football games.â&#x20AC;? Adams received a framed copy of her drawing and the Christmas card as a keepsake.

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Abel Aldy and Autumn Phelps, on the xylophone, watch as their friends Charlie Hicks and Stetson Herald, from left, play the drums at a Christmas performance by BREC’s Tiny Steps on Dec. 12. The 3- to 5-year-olds attend the children’s program at Church Street Park in Zachary.

BAKER POLICE BOOKINGS The following people were booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison by the Baker Police Department Dec. 12-17.

AGUILLARD, GLENISHA: 29, 4000 McHugh Road, Lot 81, Zachary, bench warrant for failure to appear for speeding. AUGUSTUS, DONALD: 65, 153 N. 16th St., Baton Rouge, theft. BOUIE, LATOSHA: 41, 6227 Crestway Drive, Baton Rouge, bench warrants for failure to appear for expired license plate, no driver’s license and no insurance. BUFORD, JOHN: 45, 5510 Lavey Lane, Baker, bench warrant for failure to appear for expired motor vehicle inspection and affidavit warrant for felony theft. CARROLL, ALEXIS: 30, 787 N. 30th St., Baton Rouge, bench warrants for failure to appear for motor vehicle inspection sticker violation, texting while driving, windshield/ window view through, failure to change address on driver’s license, improper equipment, two counts of no child seat restraints, five counts of safety belt use, driving under suspension/revocation and no proof of insurance in

vehicle. COVINGTON, JACQUELINE: 50, 906 Buffet St., Apt. A, Baker, bench warrants for failure to appear for two counts of speeding, failure to register vehicle, expired driver’s license, switched license plates, theft, disturbing the peace by offensive words and simple criminal to property. DIGGS, RODNEY: 53, 2106 E. Azalea Drive, Baker, bench warrant for failure to appear for domestic abuse battery. HOFFPAUIR, JOSHUA: 19, 222 Westpoint Circle, Lafayette, fugitive through Calcasieu Parish, open container and remaining after forbidden. JACKSON, CURISTEN: 21, 1050 N. Foster Drive, Apt. 221, Baton Rouge, bench warrant for failure to appear for theft. JARVIS JR., JIMMY: 30, 335 Springfield St., Baton Rouge, simple burglary and entry or remaining after forbidden. JONES, FELTON: 57, 1758 Shell Road, Sunshine, affidavit warrant for aggravated assault, disturbing the peace and reckless operation. LEE, RODERICK: 32, 1848 Gen. Beauregard Ave., Baton Rouge, bench warrants for failure to ap-

pear for no driver’s license and expired motor vehicle inspection. MESSINA, PHILIP: 52, 10544 Black Oak Drive, Baton Rouge, bench warrants for failure to appear for expired motor vehicle inspection, driving under suspension/revocation and no proof of insurance in vehicle. PLEASANT, TIARA: 26, 5343 Loring Drive, Baton Rouge, bench warrant for failure to appear for theft. RUSHING, DEBRA: 22, 11169 Cypress Glen Ave., Baton Rouge, bench warrants for failure to appear for two counts of theft and motor vehicle inspection sticker. SHANKLIN JR., JOHN: 28, 6418 San Juan Drive, Baton Rouge, bench warrant for failure to appear for theft. SMITH, IRIS: 23, 3579 Victoria Drive, Lot 51, Baton Rouge, bench warrant for failure to appear for no driver’s license. TENNART, BOBBY: 36, 5214 Harlem St., Zachary, affidavit warrant for second-offense possession of marijuana. THOMAS, KELVIN: 35, 2340 Elm Park Drive, Baton Rouge, bench warrant for failure to appear for theft.

ZACHARY POLICE BOOKINGS The following people were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison by the Zachary Police Department or issued a summons Dec. 12-18.

ARNOLD, CARL: 34, 3421 Yardley Drive, Slaughter, fugitive charges from West Feliciana Parish and possession of methamphetamine. AUGILLARD, GLENISHA: 29, 6672 Sandy Creek Lane, Zachary, felony simple criminal damage to property and bench warrant for failure to appear for probation hearing and payment due. BANKS, TERRANCE: 49, 3665 Roosevelt St., Zachary, simple battery and simple criminal damage. BROWDER, DESHANNON: 20, 3553 Wayne Drive, Baton Rouge, forgery, monetary instrument abuse and attempted theft. BRUMFIELD, CURTIS: 23, 21750 Ligon Road, Zachary, bench warrant for failure to appear for speeding and obstruction of view. DAVIS, JOSHUA: 22, 5962 Street T, 17, St. Francisville, bench warrant for expired vehicle license required, theft and remaining after being forbidden. HENDERSON, JONAS: 27, 5313

Cadillac St., Baton Rouge, felony theft, monetary instrument abuse and forgery. KELLY, DESHAWN: 27, 3444 Eaton St., Baton Rouge, theft. KELLY, DESMOND: 17, 5236 E. Mae St., Zachary, entry after being forbidden. LATHERS, VERONICA: 43, 21750 Ligon Road, Zachary, bench warrant for failure to appear for reckless operation and driving while intoxicated. KEMP, ANTHONY: 57, 1954 La. 19, Zachary, criminal trespass. NETTERVILLE, JENNIFER: 36, 18733 Samuels Road, Lot 191, Zachary, bench warrant for failure to appear on charges of two counts of theft of goods and driver must be licensed. PEACE, LORI: 47, 19775 Plank Road, Zachary, first offense driving while intoxicated and improper lane usage. RODDY, DOMINIQUE: 24, 12203 W.

Brock Place, Baton Rouge, bench warrant for failure to appear for simple criminal damage to property, theft of goods and criminal mischief. SYLVESTER, BRANDON: 29, 6745 Harry Drive, Baton Rouge, theft. TENNART, BOBBY: 36, 5214 Harlem St., Zachary, fugitive charges from Baker Police Department.

WALKER, DONALD: 21, 932 Napoleon St., Baton Rouge, forgery, monetary instrument abuse and felony theft. WILKERSON, GEORGE: 53, 5245 Harlem St., Zachary, criminal trespassing. WHITE, LASHEKA: 24, 2120 W. Azalea Ave., Baker, theft by shoplifting.

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Window wonderland Displays bring out holiday spirit Advocate staff report

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The Gumbo Kitchenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s windows in Jackson have been decorated with china holiday-themed pieces, while the windows of Charter Street Studio feature a village scene.

Several of Jacksonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historical buildings have received a holiday make-over. Charter Street Studio, the Gumbo Kitchen and the Pipes McKowen Building have been transformed, the buildingsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; windows decorated with intricate window displays and twinkling lights. Three East Feliciana residents â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Connie Hoffman McMillin, of Jackson; P.H. Price, of Clinton; and Faye Hoffman Talbot, of Jackson â&#x20AC;&#x201D; added the holiday accoutrements to the buildings on Charter Street. Talbot said the Gumbo Kitchen has been decorated with holidaythemed china figurines while Charter Street Studio has been trussed up with Christmas village scenes and has a 3-foot tall nativity scene in its attic, which can be seen from the street. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the Pipes McKowen Building, the windows seem to magically come to life with vintage toys, teddy bears and dolls,â&#x20AC;? Talbot said.

Talbot and McMillin, sisters, and Price, a friend, said they took it upon themselves to decorate the windows. The sisters belong to the Jackson Assembly, which owns the buildings. Talbot gives credit to Jackson resident and artist Donna Kilbourne, who decorated the windows of Pipes McKowen last year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We decorated Charter Street Studio last year and decided to expand to the Gumbo Kitchen this Christmas. When we heard Donna couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t decorate the Pipes McKowen building again, we decorated those, too,â&#x20AC;? Talbot said. Talbot said the Gumbo Kitchen and Pipes McKowen buildings are empty, except during the Jackson Assembly Antique and Art show in March, so the friends thought â&#x20AC;&#x153;it would be a fun thing to do.â&#x20AC;? The three are Baton Rouge natives who relocated to East Feliciana, Talbot said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We all love the area and wanted to share our Christmas cheer,â&#x20AC;? Talbot said.

ZACHARY CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS

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The Turning Point Dance Studio won an honorable mention Little drummer boys and girls from for the float â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A Princess for Christmasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; that competed in the Redwood Baptist Church won the Zachary Chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Christmas parade Dec. 13. prize for best float riders.

Scotlandville Magnet High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marching band performs holiday classics. The band tied with Molly Myers Dance Studio for best marchers.

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try something new, so come see what we’re up to.” Networking and registration is from 11:30 a.m. to noon. The program is from noon to 1 p.m. and includes a catered lunch. The fee to attend is $15 for chamber members and $20 for nonmembers. Visit zacharychamber.com to register or call (225) 6546777 for information.

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Will Campbell Jr., director of Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southern University, will be the featured speaker 6 Christmas Art Camp p.m. Jan. 8 at the Leadership Joie Petite Designs Gallery North Alumni Association meeting held at the Zachary & Studio, 4257 Church St., Library, 1900 Church St., in Suite 104, Zachary, is offering a Christmas Art Camp for the meeting room. Leaderchildren. The second week of ship North Alumni Association members are invited to the art camp includes paintattend, as well as anyone ing a snowman on Monday wishing to hear from an and a red bird Tuesday. expert on creating entrepreTo register your little artneurship in the region. ist, visit joiepetitedesigns. Campbell is responsible for com/wp/basic-foundation-tooverseeing and managing the drawing/ or call Joie Petite Louisiana SBDC at Southern Designs at (225)281-7197. and providing business conSoiree Readers book club sulting for seven parishes. Campbell and his team were A new weekly book club, awarded the 2013 Louisiana Soiree Readers, is starting State Star Award and the in Zachary and will meet at 2014 SBDC Service Excel10:30 a.m. Thursdays at the lence and Innovation Center Chocolate Cafe. The first Award. meeting on Jan. 1 will be a This event is free. All are “meet and greet” to discuss invited to attend and should club rules, details and which RSVP to Carla Sibille, LNAA book to read first. president, at carla.sibille@ Soiree Readers is open to men and women ages 18 or older. Books of all genres will be read and discussed. If interested, show up at the Chocolate Cafe at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 1 or contact Janice Davis at (225) 238-6055.

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Support group for new moms

Lane Regional Medical Center hosts a monthly support group for new mothers suffering from postpartum depression. The group will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Jan. 8 at Lane RMC, 6300 Main St., Zachary. This free support group is led by licensed professional counselor Dana LeTard Vicellio and provides encouragement, education and support for mothers-to-be and new moms having emotional difficulty related to childbirth. Symptoms of postpartum depression include: feeling sad, depressed, irritable or angry with those around you; difficulty bonding with your baby; being anxious or panicky; having problems eating or sleeping; persistent upsetting thoughts; feeling out of control; feeling like you should not have become a mother; or being worried you might hurt your baby or yourself. For information, call (225) 658-4587.

West Feliciana animals available for adoption Advocate staff report The West Feliciana Animal Humane Society, 9946 W. Feliciana Parkway, St. Francisville, operates a low-kill shelter. Dogs and cats are available for adoption. Dogs are $75 and cats cost $50; the fee covers spaying/neutering, deworming, rabies shot, tests and all immunizations until the animal

The Zachary Chamber is up to something new. Current, former and nonmembers are invited to the first Lunch & Learn on Jan. 7 at Americana YMCA, 4200 Liberty Way, to start the new year off with a bang. “You won’t want to miss the first Lunch & Learn of 2015,” says Heather Prejean, chamber director. “That’s right, it’s 2015, and we’re going to

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Father, daughter work together make ‘squaris wheel’ as a gift

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There is some order in what appears to be chaos in the backyard of the Ferguson residence in Ethel. Power tools, two-byfours bracketed together in odd shapes and plywood lie about a makeshift work area as daughter and father work side by side constructing a gift for the little ones in their family. Stephanie Ferguson and her father, Glen Ferguson, are making a kid-powered “squaris wheel” — dubbed by its original designer because of its square wheel. The pint-sized version of a Ferris wheel is braced to be as sturdy as possible. Each time the square wheel goes around, each passenger gives the wheel a backward push with his or her feet. The bucket seats pivot and have a safety bar across the front, just like a Ferris wheel, keeping small riders safe. Stephanie Ferguson said she first approached her dad about the idea after seeing a photo of the vintage ride on a social media site. She searched the Internet until she found the plans for building the wheel and secured her dad’s help with the project. “I wasn’t too concerned that we wouldn’t be able to do it, because he is great at fixing and building things,” Stephanie Ferguson said. With help from Dad, the duo studied the plans and diagrams they printed from the Internet, running into problems. The sizes of the hardware they needed were outdated. “That’s when we knew the design and plans were probably really, really old,” Stephanie Ferguson said. “So, we sort of winged it.” As if constructing one square Ferris wheel wouldn’t be difficult enough, they realized that with two households of Ferguson children, they’d have to build two square Ferris wheels. “We figured if we could successfully build the one, we’d be able to pull off making another one much easier and faster,” Glen Ferguson said. “I got this idea in my head, and I was determined to see it through, but honestly, I have never built anything before this, never used a power tool before,” said Stephanie Ferguson. The five young children in Stephanie’s and Glen’s lives — her great-nieces and nephews and his great-grandchildren — have no idea what their elders

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Stephanie Ferguson and Glen Ferguson work on the squaris wheel. The idea came to Stephanie after she saw a photo on a social media site. have been doing. The Ferguson children will be surprised with the squaris wheels on Christmas Day. The children — Micah, 4, Baleigh, 2, and Jude, 1 — are Michael and Sharon Ferguson’s, while Aralynn, 4, and Avynn, 2, are the children of Joseph and Marcia Ferguson. According to Stephanie Ferguson, the mini-carnival rides are large enough for eight small children to ride. Two children can fit into one of the bucket seats, which are fastened with bolts for safety and painted in vintage green, red and yellow colors. The Fergusons have worked on the project every spare second when Stephanie Ferguson hasn’t been working at her day job as an accountant. Because she lives near her parents in Ethel, getting to the work area has been easy enough. Her quest to create the ultimate Christmas gift for the children turned into something

TOP: This ‘squaris wheel,’ named because the wheel is square and not round like a traditional Ferris wheel, was built by Stephanie Ferguson and her father Glen Ferguson, of Ethel. The duo made two of the gift for the greatnieces, nephews and greatgrandchildren in the family. The children, ages 1 to 4, will be surprised with the project Christmas morning. LEFT: Stephanie Ferguson paints the last of the four seats to be attached to the squaris wheel.

greater — a chance to bond with her father over the Christmas spirit of giving. “I feel a great sense of accomplishment in working with my dad on this project. He is a master of all types of things and can do practically anything,” Stephanie Ferguson said. She said that in the past her dad handed down his knowledge to her four brothers — Glen Jr., Mike, Steve and Jeff — but now he has passed some of his wisdom to her. She said she hopes the memories of building the squaris wheels will return when she needs to complete a project on her own. Stephanie Ferguson admits children can be unpredictable at times, so she’s been unsure of their reaction to the odd gift. “I just hope we can see the magic of Christmas in their eyes when they see what we built for them and they’ll know how much we love them,” she said. “After all, Christmas is for kids.”

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Baker Chamber of Commerce staff celebrate the holidays with its members and board members by hosting a Christmas social Dec. 4. From left are Carolyn Zeno, guest; Shane Theriot, guest; Trudell Robertson, guest; Gary Mitchell, chamber board member; LaTania Anderson, executive director; and the Rev. William King, guest.

Baker chamber celebrates holiday season Advocate staff report The Baker Chamber of Commerce celebrated the holidays Dec. 4 with a Christmas social Baker Chamber board member Ronald Stott, his wife Kathy and Baker Mayor Harold Rideau celebrate at a holiday gathering. and networking event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Baker chamber has The event was hosted by the Baker Chamber of Commerce. been revamped,â&#x20AC;? chamber office manager Norma Jarreau $VKO\Q +LOEXUQ 1)$ 0%$ said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a new executive director, LaTania Ander$GPLQLVWUDWRU son, and we put this event on as a way of letting businesses and the community know we are here, open for business and ready to assist them with both business and community growth.â&#x20AC;? The Christmas social was a success, with about 150 attending throughout the day, Jarreau said.

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Nikke Plauche, of Baton Rouge, and her grandmother, Zachary resident Joyce Bourgeois, center, received a blessing and rosary from Pope Francis when they visited Rome on Dec. 10. While on a pilgrimage to Vatican City, Bourgeois was greeted by and prayed over by Pope Francis. After his blessing, the pope asked Bourgeois to pray with him.

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and photographs involving the Town and Country Reviewers or articles involving members doing other things separate from the club or of other newsworthy people and events. Bueche said when sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s working on a page in one of the scrapbooks, she picks out a dominant color in the photographs and adds colored trim, ribbon or decals to the pages. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love doing these. They take time, but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re worth it, and they hold so many memories,â&#x20AC;? Bueche said. The Town and Country Reviewers Book Club members attended their annual Christmas luncheon and gift exchange Dec. 9 at an area restaurant. The lunch took the place of the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s monthly meeting, and the gavel of club leadership was passed from outgoing president Frances Landrem to 2015 president Boykin Whitman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been here in Zachary seven years, but if feels like home,â&#x20AC;? said Whitman, an Alabama native.

Members of the Town and Country Reviewers Book Club of Zachary celebrate their annual Christmas luncheon and gift exchange Dec. 9 at Mike Andersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Central. Seated, from left, are Mimi Moller; Frances Landrem, outgoing president; and Bettye Bourque; middle row, Debra Owen, (behind first chair) Liz Addington; Jennifer Johnson; Marie McGee; Boykin Whitman, incoming president; and Katie Chaney; and back row, Patsy Bueche; Pattye Bennett; Jeanine Tate; Dianne Bourque; Sue Staid, Virginia McMorris and Carolyn Baxter.

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Continued from page 1G spring once more solid figures are in on Minimum Foundation Program and property and sales tax revenue. In other school district news, board members adopted a revised salary schedule for 201415 for National Board-certified teachers. State law mandates that each National Board-certified teacher receive an annual $5,000 stipend. The Zachary school district supplements the unfunded mandates with a $1,500 bonus not required by the state, but due to budgetary streamlining, the financial perk will end for new hires as of Jan. 1. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Those who are already receiving the additional $1,500 will continue to do so,â&#x20AC;? Williams said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The salary revision will only apply to those hired after the first of the year.â&#x20AC;? The district has 24 board-certified teachers. Honors included recognizing several retirees and bidding a farewell to four members not returning in January. Sharon Samuel, who was emotional at times during the meeting, was honored along with Scott Swilley, Kenneth

Mackie and Dawn Avants. Each received a commemorative plaque from Superintendent Scott Devillier on behalf of the school district for their years of service as board members. Swilley, who did not seek reelection, served nine years on the board after replacing District 2â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mark Johnson in 2005. Gwen Fuselier won Swilleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seat in November. Samuel spent eight years representing District 3; Mackie served three years over District 4; and Dawn Avants, who replaced former board mem-

ber Donnie Dykes in January, was honored for a year of service representing District 8. Marty Hughes and Donna Grice will replace Samuel and Mackie in Districts 3 and 4, respectively, and Ann Watkins won Avantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; seat in District 8. New to the board is Heidi Vessel, who won the District 6 seat; former board member Beth Kimmel returns to District 7 after replacing Boyce Smith. The six new board members will be sworn in at 7 p.m. Jan. 6 prior to the first School Board meeting of 2015.

Town and Country Reviewers Book Club leadership was passed from outgoing president Frances Landrem to incoming president Boykin Whitman on Dec. 9. Club members attending the lunch meeting included Liz Addington, Carolyn Baxter, Pattye Bennett, Bettye Bourque, Dianne Bourque,

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Zachary junior varsity player Phoenix Martin rises to the occasion Dec. 5 against the Wildcats of Central High School. The Broncos won the district match.

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Advocate staff report Zachary High School’s boys soccer team started out strong this 2014-15 season with six consecutive wins over opponents from St. Thomas Aquinas, Hammond High, East St. John, Northshore High, Walker and Central. The Broncos’ only season loss has been against St. Amant, 1-0, and the team tied McKinley in a scoreless game. The ZHS soccer team is undefeated in district play with an 8-1-1 record and is ranked ninth in the LHSAA Division 1 power rankings. The team has scored 34 goals, allowing only three against it. “Zachary has a really strong midfield this year, which supports the forwards and allows for more scoring opportunities,” head coach Scott Delhom said. “Our defense is in a rebuilding year, however, with our veteran defensive player, Benton Wesley, combined with

Zachary High School player Martin Fontenot takes command of the ball Dec. 8 against St. Amant. The Broncos lost to the Gators, 1-0. our senior goal keeper, Martin Fontenot; the guys have prevented a lot of goals from being scored against them.” Delhom said as his players get stronger and faster, they’ll work better together as a team. The Broncos’ remaining threats on

the schedule include Dutchtown, Denham Springs and West Monroe, Delhom said. “We’ll need to play tough and smart during these three critical games to secure a good spot in the playoff bracket,” Delhom said.

FAR LEFT: Zachary’s Randy Crosby catches air while maneuvering against his Walker High School opponent. The Broncos won the Dec. 3 game against the Wildcats. LEFT: Zachary High School’s Alex Qaddourah gets physical during a Dec. 5 match against Central.

Lady Broncos visit with veterans Zachary High School softball players made their annual visit to the Louisiana War Veterans Home in Jackson in November. The team spent time with resident veterans and listened as some shared stories from their experiences in the military. Lady Bronco softball players, front row from left, are Deneisha Biagas, Baylie Doiron, Mya Anderson, Mia Anderson, Kaijah Nelson, Kiersten London and Britney Anderson; middle row, Jara Lockhart, Abby Lewis, Carlie Schenk and Caly James; and back row, Lakyn Wales, Bailee Bowlin, Macie Pampell, Malloree Milton, Hannah Dixon, Tegan Scott, Madelyn Richardson and Tori Schenk. Advocate photo by STEPHANIE WARREN

Zachary coach David Brewerton, or Coach Brew as he is called by athletic department staff and players, coaches from his new home inside Bronco Stadium earlier in the season. Brewerton led the Broncos to the state semifinals and a record of 12-2.

Zachary’s ‘Coach Brew’ reflects on successful season Zachary football coach David Brewerton was in Shreveport last week serving as an assistant coach in the Louisiana High School Coaches Association’s East-West AllStar game at Independence Stadium. Brewerton was invited to participate based on last year’s run by Livonia to the Class 3A championship game, where Livonia lost to Union Parish in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Brewerton was the Wildcats’ coach before accepting the Zachary position. The two teams in the LHSCA game were guided by coaches from 2013’s Superdome championship games. “The players here were from all across the state, and they were nominated going back to last spring,” said Brewerton, who has enjoyed a remarkable first year in Zachary. The LHSCA contest featured 72 players, 36 per side, and Brewerton said because it’s officially a college recruiting dead period, the players just enjoyed being around one another without any real pressure from trying to impress scouts. “I’ve been involved with a few of these types of games, and I always try to take something back from them if it can benefit us,” Brewerton said. “It’s fun to watch the kids who are unbelievable football players.” Brewerton also was finally able to decompress from a remarkable two weeks. He guided his Bronco team to arguably the most successful season in school history. The Broncos finished 12-2, won District 4-5A and swept through the playoffs before losing 9-3 to eventual state champion Acadiana in the Class 5A semifinals. The only other time a Zachary team made it to the semifinals was 1982 when they advanced as a member of Class 3A. “I’m a competitor; I want to win all the time, and that means finishing up with a title,” Brewerton said. “But I can’t be more pleased with the way the community accepted me and the way the kids bought into what we’re selling. They played their hearts out all season.” Brewerton attended the Class 3A championship game in the Superdome, watching his former team cruise to the Class 3A title with a triumph over Amite.

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“I’m so proud of those kids and seeing everyone and a lot of the players who were still there and the rest of the coaching staff, who was the same from when I was there,” he said. “It was a lot of fun, and I’m happy for that community.” After the Christmas holidays, Brewerton and his Zachary coaching staff will get back to work. He’ll meet with the older players and then concentrate on current eighth-graders to start acclimating them into the system. “It’s a huge offseason because it’s the first time we’ll have a full year with the team,” Brewerton said. “We’ll look to make physical gains in the weight room and welcome the freshmen ... then get ready for spring practice.” He’s also got the 2015 season pretty much finalized. Besides the full District 4-5A schedule, Brewerton has penciled in games with Wilkinson County for the season opener, then Catholic of Baton Rouge, where he graduated from and coached, and then East Ascension. “We’re losing 25 seniors; eight of them are starters,” Brewerton said. “But we have a good nucleus coming back. I’m really pleased where we are as a team and as a coaching staff.”

Broncos, Viking compete in Redstick Bowl

Four Zachary players and one Northeast player, all seniors, competed recently in the 13th annual U.S. Army Red Stick Bowl. Zachary players on the Red Raiders roster in the contest at Olympia Stadium were linebacker Timmy Carr, defensive back Quinton Townsel, wide receiver Chris Carrier and defensive lineman Sylvester Perkins. From Northeast, linebacker Marvin Minor played for the Red Raiders. Send sports news, photos and stats to Howard Arceneaux at harceneaux@theadvocate. com.

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Councilman Dan Wallis Councilman Tommy Womack ABSENT Councilman Francis Nezianya 2. READING OF CITY POLICY RELATIVE TO OPEN MEETINGS Before proceeding with the meeting, Mayor Pro Tempore Tommy Womack read a s t a t e ment into the record regarding the Open Meetings Law, and citizens’ right to participate in public meetings. The statement set forth general rules of conduct of the public meeting and outlined the process through which a citizen can have items placed on t h e Council agenda. A copy of the rules is available at City Hall, Mayor’s Office or by calling the Clerk of the City Council. The rules will also be available at every Council meeting. 3. C H A N G E S /A D D I TIONS TO AGENDA – None presented D. READING OF THE MINUTES – October 28, 2014 READING OF THE MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING – November 4, 2014 The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To waive the reading of the minutes of the regular meeting of October 28, 2014 and of the Special Meeting of November 4, 2014, and approve them as presented. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: Nezianya E. HONORS, RECOGNITIONS AND INTRODUCTIONS – None presented F. PRESENTATION OF DELEGATIONS 1. Requests to Speak – There were none 2. Hardship Waivers – None were presented 3. Other Waivers a: Approve Waiver Requested by Lane Regional Medical Center Foundation to allow the serving and/or sale of alcoholic beverages at "Code Red Chili Cook-off," a Charitable Non-Profit Event (Theresa Payment) The motion was made by Councilman Coghlan The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To approve a waiver requested by Lane Regional Medical Center Foundation to allow the sale and/or serving of alcoholic beverages at the charitable nonprofit event, “Code Red Chili Cook-off” YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: Nezianya 4. Exceptions to Regulations – None presented G. ACTION MANDATED BY HOME RULE CHARTER – None presented H. PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS 1. Receive Minutes of November 3, 2014 Planning Commission and November 3, 2014 Zoning Commission – None presented 2. Planning Matters REQUIRING a Public Hearing – None-presented 3. Planning Matters NOT requiring a Public Meeting – None presented 4. Zoning Matters REQUIRING a Public Hearing – None presented 5. Zoning Matters NOT Requiring Public Hearing – None presented 6. Other Matters – None presented I. APPROVE PAYMENT OF BILLS The motion was made by Councilman Wallis The motion was seconded by Councilman Womack To approve accounts payable in the amount of $311,666.05 and the natural gas bill when it is received. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: Nezianya J. BOOKKEEPING AND BUDGET CHANGES – None presented K. CONTRACT ITEMS/ CONTRACTS OR ITEMS RELATING TO PROJECTS 1. S t r e e t / R o a d Projects a. Hwy 64 Utility Relocation – Spinks Construction F i n a l Adjustment Change Order #1 - $109,625.00 (PEC) The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis To approve final adjustment Change Order #1in the amount of $109,625.00 as presented by Spinks Construction. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None b. Hwy 64 Utility Relocation – Spinks Construction Pay Estimate # 8 - $122,117.75 (PEC) The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis To approve payment #8, to Spinks Construction as presented by Spinks Construction. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None c. Rollins Road – Korts Trucking Substantial Completion Certificate (PEC) The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To receive a certificate of Substantial Completion from Korts Trucking, for the Rollins Road project.. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None 2. Sewer presented

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a. Youth Park Improvements – Industrial Enterprises Substantial Completion Certificate (PEC) The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis To receive a Certificate of Substantial Completion submitted by Industrial Enterprises for work on the Zachary Youth Park improvements. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None L. CONDEMNED BUILDINGS - PUBLIC HEARINGS OR OTHER ACTION REGARDING BUILDINGS BEING CONSIDERED FOR CONDEMNATION ON 1. Review/Reports – Proposed and Active Condemnation of Buildings Scott Masterson gave an update of the condition of items “a” through “d” below and asked

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that they be tabled. The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To table the following items: a. 5 3 3 7 Church Street – rule to show cause (Hopewell b. 5 3 0 5 Church Street – rule to show cause (Hopewell) c. 5 9 6 0 Rollins Road – rule to show cause (Hopewell) d. 4760 West Central Avenue – rule to show cause (Hopewell) and retain them on the agenda. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None

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tract #2, Industrial Enterprises, $109,541.93 The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To approve pay request #3, submitted by Industrial Enterprises, $109,541.93. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None

Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To authorize Mayor Amrhein to sign a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between Louisiana Municipal Natural Gas Purchasing and Distribution Authority and the City of Zachary, and receive MIDLA agreement in principle fact sheet YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None

e. M r . Masterson also reported on reported on the trailer located at 4979 St, Louis #25, and Mr. Hopewell requested the Council to immediately condemn the trailer. (Hopewell) The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To approve the request that the trailer at 4979 St. Louis Street #25, be immediately condemned and demolished as a threat to public health and safety. The building has had windows and doors removed and is in a very dilapidated condition. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None Police Chief McDavid asked that Scott Masterson survey other structures in the trailer park at 4979 St. Louis Street where there are other trailers in bad condition. Mayor Amrhein directed that Mr. Masterson be accompanied by a police officer when surveying the park. M. OLD BUSINESS PENDING FOR FINAL ACTION 1. NOTE: PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF Ordinance 2014-04, pertaining To Amending UDC pertaining to Accessory Building was suspended and remains in Session. The ordinance was returned to Planning & Zoning Commission for further consideration and revision. Council members briefly discussed the proposed changes to the UDC relative to accessory buildings, and reached a consensus to send to Planning & Zoning, suggesting that the size of accessory buildings not exceed 4% of the lot size and the height of the building not exceed the height of the main house. It was noted that the size and height of the accessory building may best be handled by waiver since it only becomes an issue rarely. The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To table the matter at this time. The public hearing for the adoption of the ordinance will remain suspended. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None 2. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION of Ordinance #2014-19, Ratification of a l l immovable property acquisitions by the City of Zachary in relation to widening of Hwy 64 (Mt. Pleasant Road) in conjunction with Home Rule Charter, Sec. 2-09(A)(12) Mayor Amrhein declared a public hearing to be in session at 7:05 pm. There being none to speak for or against the adoption of Ordinance 2014-19, the hearing was immediately closed. The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To adopt Ordinance #201419, Ratification of all immovable property acquisitions by the City of Zachary in relation to widening f Hwy 64 (Mt. Pleasant Road) in conjunction with the Home Rule Charter, Sec. 2-09(A)(12). YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None N. OLD BUSINESS PENDING 1. Brown Property – MacHost Road – Subpoena issued to Laurie Brown to attend Jan 28, 2014 meeting pertaining to failure to abide by Ordinance (46-53) and continued violation of same. Laurie Brown represented by her father Joseph Brown Remains under Subpoena, remains on the agenda Hugh Engels reported that two and a half weeks ago, a cease and desist letter was sent to Laurie Brown (represented by her father Joseph Brown) to immediately stop adding dirt to the MacHost Road property and to remove the excess dirt that has been brought in. A summons was issued to them on November 5, 2014. The police department was directed to handle the issue on November 12, the day after this Council meeting. No action was taken. 2. Steve Pike – Requested to speak pertaining to owners of neighbors continuing to add dirt on their property in violation of flood zone regulation, and in violation of cease and desist order (Steve Pike) Steve Pike, 20654 MacHost Road, neighbor of the Brown property was present with photographs of the dirt being brought in and spread. No action was taken. 3. Review and Discuss Planning & Zoning Recommendation to Review Master Plan for the City of Zachary (tabled at August 12 meeting) Mayor Amrhein told Council member that the city is ready to send out RFP’s to assist the city in make revisions and corrections to the Master Plan for the City of Zachary. He asked Council members to send their considerations concerning the scope of work to him by email. No action was taken. O. NEW BUSINESS 1. Introduce Ordinance 2014 – 07: Annexation of East Mt. Pleasant Road and the remainder of the Marshall Bond Property Located Hwy 61 and Hwy 64 (Remains tabled) 2. Introduce Ordinance 2014 – 12: Annexation of Lots 1 and 2 of the J.A. Carruth Subdivision (Remains tabled) 3. Police Chief David McDavid Request for Stop Signs at Brady at Marshall Bond Request for Stop Signs at Boudreaux at Marshall Bond (Chief McDavid) The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To approve the request for installation of 3-way stop signs at Brady at Marshall Bond and at Boudreaux at Marshall Bond. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None 4. Discussion of Selection of Official Journal to fill unexpired term vacancy of prior official journal. (Hopewell) City Attorney Hopewell reported to Council mem-

P. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS/ BOARDS – None presented. Q. REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENT HEADS – None presented R. DISCUSSION OF BUSINESS NOT ON AGENDA – None presented. (No Action May Be Taken Unless Declared an Emergency) S. ADJOURNMENT – The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. CERTIFICATION ___________________ Jean Byers, Clerk of City Council ___________________ David Amrhein, Mayor CITY OF ZACHARY EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH LOUISIANA I, Jean Byers, do hereby certify that I am the duly appointed and acting Clerk of the City Council for the City of Zachary, Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I further certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Zachary, Louisiana, held on Tuesday, November 11, 2014, a proper quorum being there and then present. ___________________ Jean Byers, Clerk of the City Council 5073207-dec 25-1t

NOTICE --MINUTES For the Meeting of Mayor and Council City of Zachary, LA Council Chambers, 4700 Main Street Tuesday, November 25, 2014 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Amrhein called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m, on November 25, 2014 at the Zachary City Hall located at 4700 Main Street, Zachary, LA. B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Invocation – Councilman Coghlan Pledge of Allegiance – Councilman Womack C. OPENING DURES 1. ROLL CALL

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MAYOR Mayor David Amrhein COUNCIL MEMBERS Councilman Francis Nezianya Councilman Brandon Noel Councilman John Coghlan Councilman Dan Wallis Councilman Tommy Womack ABSENT None 2. READING OF CITY POLICY RELATIVE TO OPEN MEETINGS Before proceeding with the meeting, Mayor Pro Tempore Tommy Womack read a s t a t e ment into the record regarding the Open Meetings Law, and citizens’ right to participate in public meetings. The statement set forth general rules of conduct of the public meeting and outlined the process through which a citizen can have items placed on the Council agenda. A copy of the rules is available at City Hall, Mayor’s Office or by calling the Clerk of the City Council. The rules will also be available at every Council meeting. 3. C H A N G E S /A D D I TIONS TO AGENDA – None presented D. READING OF THE MINUTES – November 11, 2014 The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To waive the reading of the minutes of the regular meeting of November 11, 2014, 2014 and approve them as presented. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: Nezianya – absent at the November 11, 2014 meeting E. HONORS, RECOGNITIONS AND INTRODUCTIONS – None presented Toye Taylor, from Louisiana Municipal Association was present to present the annual LMA Community Achievement award, Honorable Mention, to the City of Zachary for a project wherein the city collected data from municipalities throughout the State for an extensive statistical survey comparing various aspects and functions of city government. F. PRESENTATION OF DELEGATIONS 1. Requests to Speak – There were none 2. Hardship Waivers – None were presented 3.

Other Waivers a. P i e r c e Automotive – New Digital Reader Board at 19457 Plank Road The motion was made by Councilman Coghlan The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya To approve a waiver relative to a new digital reader board at Pierce Automotive located at 19457 Plank Road. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None b. Frank Newport – 2 existing homes on David Street Request to tie both homes into utilities The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To table this matter – owner not in attendance. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None c. Stage and Dirt Cheap – 5460 Main Street, Increasing inside square footage of building The motion was made by Councilman Nezianya The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis To approve a waiver for Stage and Dirt Cheap increasing inside square footage of the building YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None 4. Exceptions to Regulations – None presented G. ACTION MANDATED BY HOME RULE CHARTER – None presented H. PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS 1. Receive Minutes of November 3, 2014 Planning Commission and November 3, 2014 Zoning Commission The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya To receive the minutes of the November 3, 2014 Planning Commission and the November 3, 2014 Zoning Commission meeting.

2. Planning Matters REQUIRING a Public Hearing Site Plan Review – Lot A2-A of the George Robinson Tract for Comfort Inn & Suites – East Mt. Pleasant Road – 70 rooms – Preliminary Plan Mayor Amrhein declared a public hearing to be in session at 6:40 p.m. William (Billy) Tucker was present to speak for the approval of the Site Plan. There being no others to speak, the public hearing was closed at approximately 6:45 pm. The motion was made by Councilman Coghlan The motion was seconded by Councilman Womack To approve the site plan (Preliminary Plan) for Lot A2A of the George Robinson Tract for Comfort Inn & Suites on East Mt. Pleasant Road. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None 3. Planning Matters NOT requiring a Public Meeting – None presented 4. Zoning Matters REQUIRING a Public Hearing Rezoning of Lot A1A of the Charles Harelson Tract from CS to CG. Mayor Amrhein declared a public hearing to be in session at 6:50 pm. Speaking for: Ed Voltilana of 129 Charter Street in New Orleans, spoke in support of the Rezoning. Against: Melanie Amrhein expressed her concern for additional traffic in this particular location which is already congested. Leslie Taylor also spoke against, also expressing traffic concerns. Mayor Amrhien, spoke briefly about the relationship of Melanie Amrhein. She is his sisterin-law. He also explained that as Mayor he doesn’t vote. C o u n c i l m a n Nezianya said he has received calls from surrounding area of this property and suggested that there are other properties that could meet the developers’ requirements. Councilman Noel noted that the CG zoning would allow up to 9200 sf and there are other properties not so near to a residential area. It was noted that the property is a 6 acre tract, of which only 2 acres would be used for this project. The motion was made by Nezianya The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis To deny the rezoning of this property. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None 5. Zoning Matters NOT Requiring Public Hearing – None presented 6. Other Matters – None presented I. APPROVE PAYMENT OF BILLS – None presented J. BOOKKEEPING AND BUDGET CHANGES – None presented K. CONTRACT ITEMS/ CONTRACTS OR ITEMS RELATING TO PROJECTS 1. S t r e e t / R o a d Projects a. Approve Pay request #1, in the amount of $397,891.31, as requested by R.J. Daigle and Sons for work on Mt. Pleasant Blvd project The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was made by Councilman Nezianya To approve pay request # 1, #397,891.31 YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None 2. Sewer a. Approve pay request #1, $1,159,177.65 to Grady Crawford The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan To approve Pay Request #1, in the amount of $1,159,177.65, to Grady Crawford Construction, for Sanitary Sewer Collection System Improvements. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None 3. S u b d i v i s i o n Inspections – None presented 4. Water and Gas Projects a. Hwy 64 Utility Relocation project – Retainage to Spinks Construction T h e motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To approve payment of retainage to Spinks Construction in the amount of $64,885.75 for work on Hwy 64 Utility Relocation YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None b. C a p i t a l Outlay Gas Line – Receive Certificate of Substantial Completion – Industrial Enterprises The motion was made by Councilman Nezianya The motion was seconded by Councilman Womack To receive a Certificate of Substantial Completion from Industrial Enterprises for work on the Capital Outlay Gas Line. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None

5. Youth Park a. Youth Park Improvements – Industrial Enterprises Substantial Completion Certificate (PEC) The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis To receive a Certificate of Substantial Completion submitted by Industrial Enterprises for work on the Zachary Youth Park improvements. YEAS: Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: Nezianya ABSTAINING: None L. CONDEMNED BUILDINGS - PUBLIC HEARINGS OR OTHER ACTION REGARDING BUILDINGS BEING CONSIDERED FOR CONDEMNATION 1. Review/Reports – Proposed and Active Condemnation of Buildings a. 5337 Church Street – rule to show cause (Hopewell) Upon recommendation by Scott Masterson, Building Official, The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis To remove the structure at 5337 Church Street from the condemnation list. It has been demolished and removed. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None b. 5305 Church Street – rule to show cause (Hopewell) Received report from Scott Masterson – About 75% rehabilitated. Keep on list and on agenda. No action. c. 5960 Rollins Road – rule to show cause (Hopewell) Received report from Mr. Masterson. No change. No action taken.

P. REPORTS OF COMMITT E E S /C O M M I S S I O N S / BOARDS Ms. Beverly Ceresse, a resident of Live Oak Trace spoke to the council relative to proposed Community Walmart Store on the west end of Church Street. The subdivision residents have signed ballots opposing the proposed store. Q. REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENT HEADS – None presented R. DISCUSSION OF BUSINESS NOT ON AGENDA – None presented. (No Action May Be Taken Unless Declared an Emergency) S. ADJOURNMENT – The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. CERTIFICATION ___________________ Jean Byers, Clerk of City Council ___________________ David Amrhein, Mayor CITY OF ZACHARY EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH LOUISIANA I, Jean Byers, do hereby certify that I am the duly appointed and acting Clerk of the City Council for the City of Zachary, Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I further certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Zachary, Louisiana, held on Tuesday, November 25, 2014, a proper quorum being there and then present. ___________________ Jean Byers, Clerk of the City Council 5073247-dec 25-1t

d. 4760 West Central Avenue – rule to show cause (Hopewell) and retain them on the agenda. Mr. Masterson reported no change. Keep on agenda. No action taken. e. 6210 East Central The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan To proceed with condemnation. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None M. OLD BUSINESS PENDING FOR FINAL ACTION 1. NOTE: PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF Ordinance 2014-04, pertaining to Amending UDC pertaining to Accessory Building was suspended and remains in Session. The ordinance was returned to Planning & Zoning Commission for further consideration and revision

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Councilman Noel reported that after discussion with Councilman Womack, they recommend changing the allowed maximum height of accessory building from 9 feet to 12 feet, and proceed with adoption of this ordinance. At 7:15 pm, Mayor Amrhein declared the reopening of the public hearing for the adoption of Ordinance 2014-04. There being no further discussion, the public hearing closed at approximately 7:18 pm. The motion was made by Councilman Noel The motion was seconded by Councilman Womack To adopt Ordinance # 2014-04, as revised to change maximum allowed height of accessory buildings from 9 ft to 12 ft. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None

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N. OLD BUSINESS PENDING 1. Brown Property – MacHost Road – Subpoena issued to Laurie Brown to attend Jan 28, 2014 meeting pertaining to failure to abide by Ordinance (46-53) and continued violation of same. Laurie Brown represented by her father Joseph Brown Remains under Subpoena, remains on the agenda Police Chief McDavid reported that a summons was delivered to Laurie Brown relative to the continuation of hauling dirt into the flood zone area in violation of flood zone regulations. Mr. Joseph Brown spoke briefly about not being notified that the council would discuss Ms. Brown’s property. Councilman Noel told him no action or discussion was had pertaining to the property. The summons recently sent to her was concerning new soil being brought to the site. The City is still waiting for information from Corps of Engineers relative to earlier violation of regulations. No action was taken.

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2. Discuss Planning & Zoning Recommendation to Review Master Plan for the City of Zachary (tabled at August 12 meeting) Mayor Amrhein asked the Council to table this matter until January after the Council retreat. It can be removed from the agenda.

c. C a p i t a l Outlay Gas Line Final Adjustment Change Order $129,792.48 The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan To approve the Capital Outlay Gas Line Final Adjustment Change Order in the amount of $129,792.48. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None

The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Noel To table this until January, and it can be removed from the agenda at this time. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None

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d. C a p i t a l Outlay Gas Line I n d u s t r i a l Enterprises, Pay Request #5, $77,100.52 The motion was made by Councilman Noel The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya To approve pay request #5, submitted by Industrial Eneterprises, $77,100.52. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None

O. NEW BUSINESS 1. Introduce Ordinance 2014 – 07: Annexation of East Mt. Pleasant Road and the remainder of the Marshall Bond Property Located Hwy 61 and Hwy 64 (Remains tabled)

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2. Introduce Ordinance 2014 – 12: Annexation of Lots 1 and 2 of the J.A. Carruth Subdivision (Remains tabled)

e. New Gas Regulator Station Contract #1, Feliciana Welders The motion was made by Councilman Womack The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya To approve pay request # 3, in the amount of $286,364.57, to Feliciana Welders for the new gas regulator station contract #1. Vote taken with the following result. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None f. New High Pressure gas pipeline con-

3. Resolution: LGAP (Louisiana Government Assistant Program) for Zachary Youth Park – Specialized Equipment Proposal Request $40,000 The motion was made by Councilman Nezianya The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis To adopt a Resolution of support to LGAP for Zachary Youth Park for specialized equipment proposal request of $40,000, and for Zachary Police Department for specialized equipment proposal request of $10,000. YEAS: Nezianya, Noel, Coghlan, Wallis, Womack NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINING: None 5. Blackbelt Gas – Discussion of settlement with American Mid-Stream The motion was made by Councilman

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