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P&Z Holds Epic Meeting Facing defeat, Wal-Mart withdraws plans, vows to return By Jen Bayhi-Gennaro

The March 2, 2015, Planning and Zoning meeting is one that will live in infamy, as it lasted more than five and a half hours with around 200 concerned citizens in attendance. It finally ended at nearly midnight, with a surprise ending to more than one of the hot-button issues on the agenda. Items discussed were the eighth filing of Copper Mill Subdivision, expansion of Zachary Parkside apartments, and whether or not to rezone a parcel of property in town in front of Live Oak Trace subdivision to allow a 24 hour a day Wal-Mart market, which would border on MediSee PLANNING on page 8

Pictured above: Associated Grocers Executive Vice President Emile Breaux gave a compelling, statistics-based argument about the detrimental effect of rezoning that parcel of property and approving Wal-Mart, while putting additional pressure on the already oversaturated Zachary grocery market, which could eventually lead to more blighted properties across Zachary during Monday’s P&Z meeting.

Cory’s Story…A Journey Home Cory Lentini spent his younger years growing up in Zachary. His first love as a child was playing baseball. He played Zachary Little League, Tournament ball and then on to the Bronco Baseball Team. Cory graduated from Zachary High in May of 2009, and was nearing the end of his first semester in college at BRCC. He worked at Anytime Fitness where he began his passion for Physical Training. It wasn’t long before he became certified as a Personal Trainer. On November 7th, 2009, Cory was a passenger in a horrific car accident in Zachary. The wreck occurred at about 6:30 p.m. Cory and a friend were returning from watching an LSU football game in Baton Rouge. They were headed down McHost Road on the way to his friends home to pick up Cory’s truck. They were less than two minutes travel time to the location of Cory’s truck when the accident happened. The truck went out of control, hit a culvert, and then slid

Cory Lentini in 2009 across a ditch. He was wearing his seat belt. Cory sustained multiple injuries with the worst being Traumatic Brain Injury and stroke (TBI), as his side of the vehicle

slammed into a tree. Cory spent the next three months at different hospitals recovering from his internal injuries. Cory went to Touro Rehab Hospital in New Orleans for two months of intensive therapy, where his mom accompanied him, with his dad and brother coming on weekends for family training. “We thank God every day Cory is with us, as it’s a miracle Cory survived this accident.” For the past five years, Cory has been staying in a 24 hour Skilled Care Nursing Facility in Baker. His parents spend most of their time, day and night with him. Physically, Cory is doing well and sometimes very alert. He grows more and more alert as time goes by; however, at this point, he cannot talk or respond consistently. Cory is fed through a peg tube inserted into his stomach. “We have been down a long road with Cory. He is totally dependent on our family, friends and staff at the facility

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School Board Approves New Football Field, Sets Proposed Tax Rate

By Jen Bayhi-Gennaro

The Zachary Community School Board and staff met for their regularly scheduled work session and meeting on Tuesday, March 3, beginning at 6 p.m. Superintendent Scott Deviller was absent due to his recent health diagnosis, and the Board members said a special prayer for him at the beginning of the meeting. The work session began with a discussion about the renovation of the ZHS track and field. “It’s really an outdoor classroom,” the Board members agreed, stating that all students, not just athletes, use the field. From P.E. class, to the ROTC, to the band, the multipurpose field is an asset to the entire student population. “No pressure, but I just have to say whatever your decision is going to be tonight is going to basically impact how far we go, because if we wait another month we can’t complete the project prior to school starting,” said Patrick Jenkins. The projected budget for the new multipurpose track and field is $975,000, Jenkins said. He has reason to believe the foundation is in good shape and it won’t be necessary to essentially start from scratch. Catholic High School in Baton Rouge recently completed the similar renovation, and theirs cost $1.7 million including a new foundation. A request was made that the board approve the Operations Committee’s $975,000 budget for the renovation and replacement, and begin to bid out the project. Bids will determine the actual cost of the renovation. The funds will come from the district’s surplus fund. The request was approved. The Board then discussed the proposed sales tax that will be on the March 28 ballot. It was voted on and approved that if the full one-cent tax passes, the Board will begin by levying ¾ cent. This would mean that despite the March 28 ballot proposal authorizSee SCHOOL BOARD on page 12

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Citizens for Zachary Schools Discuss Proposed Sales Tax Dear Editor:

I am writing today to discuss the March 28th vote for the proposed 1 cent sales tax increase which is designed to support our children, our schools, and our community. First I would like to dispel some misconceptions about the tax. This is NOT a property tax, and it will not affect our property taxes in any way. This tax only affects products you buy at local businesses. Additionally, it is a very small tax. A 1 cent sales tax increase means that for every dollar you spend, the city of Zachary will add only 1 cent to your total bill; this is a small price to pay for the success our school system affords our children. Another rumor about the tax is that the money will be used to construct new school buildings or pay for the ones we’ve already built. This is also not true. The money will go to the general operating budget and be used to pay for unfunded state mandates and to cover decreases in state funding. That is to say that the State of Louisiana REQUIRES that the schools adhere to certain educational standards,

and yet it does not provide enough money for each school system to cover the costs of attaining these standards. This tax will simply help bridge the gap between the cost of these mandates and what the state provides. Lastly, I would like to mention some of the potential benefits that this tax can help provide. Our city’s school system has been the undisputed #1 school district in the state for the last 10 consecutive years. This obviously means that our children are better prepared for the future that awaits them after school. Much of that success is due to some of the programs that this tax will help keep in place - programs like our outstanding Pre-K school, the elementary art, music, and foreign language programs, the Freshman Academy at ZHS, summer school offerings, and the

dual enrollment classes which allow high school seniors to earn valuable college credit they can take with them when they continue to college. So please, on March 28th, go to the polls and vote “Yes” for our children, our schools, and our community. We cannot rely on the federal and state government for our sole source of funding. We must control our own destiny if we want to maintain our current model of excellence in education. Here’s to another 10 years of being the #1 school district in the state! Sincerely, Citizens for Zachary Schools Laura Freeman, Chairperson citizensforzacharyschools@ gmail.com

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Births • Engagements • Weddings • Awards Obituaries • Anniversaries • Reunions

Katelyn Love Wilkinson born January 6

Caleb and Jennifer (Love) Wilkinson proudly announce the birth of their daughter, Katelynn Love Wilkinson. She was born January 6, 2015, at Woman’s Hospital at 11:28 a.m. Katelynn weighed 7 lbs, 3 oz and was 20.5 inches long. Katelynn was welcomed home by her big brother Cole Caleb, age 7. Proud grandparents are Richard and Susan Love of Central, Kevin Wilkinson of Zachary, and Jerry and Catherine Bullard of Bossier City.

Rachel Babin to wed Patrick Vince May 29

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bond Babin of Zachary are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Layne Babin to Patrick Joseph Vince, son of Mr. and Mrs. Darrin Vince of Zachary and Sandra Stevenson of Baton Rouge. Patrick and Rachel’s wedding will take place on Friday, May 29, 2015 at 7:00 PM at Hemingbough in St. Francisville. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. John LeTard and Rev. and Mrs. Harold Babin of Zachary. She is a graduate of Zachary High School and attends Louisiana State University. Her fiancé is the grandson of Pat Vince and Nan Ewing of St. Francisville, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Bates and Mr. and Mrs. Paul L. Stevenson of Baton Rouge. He is a graduate of Zachary High School and is currently employed with Murphy Energy.

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Zachary Banker Re-Elected as ICBA Treasurer

Preston L. Kennedy, president and CEO of Bank of Zachary, was elected treasurer of the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) for 2014-15. Kennedy was re-elected during the 2015 ICBA national convention, ICBA Community Banking LIVE®, in Orlando. “Located in small towns, suburban areas and big-city neighborhoods, our nation’s more than 6,500 community banks help fuel local economies throughout America by lending to small businesses and helping local residents and families build strong financial futures,” Kennedy said. “I am honored to be elected to this position and am privileged to work on behalf of the nation’s community banks, which work hard every day to make their communities and Main Street a better place.” Kennedy has served in many leadership roles at ICBA. He is a member of the ICBA Executive

tive Committee. He also was an at-large member of the board of directors in 2013-14 and served on the Federal Delegate Board. In 2008, Kennedy was elected state director, and he was re-elected for a second three-year term in 2011. He serves as chairman of the Federal Home Loan Bank Task Force. Kennedy served as an appointed director from 1997 to 1999 and was a member of the Federal Legislation, Regulation Review and Lending Committees. In 2010, he was elected to the ICBA Securities Corp. board of directors. “Preston is a dedicated community banker who is very well respected by his financial industry peers,” said ICBA Incoming Chair-

Pres Kennedy Committee and the board of directors. In 2011-12, Kennedy served as at-large director on the Execu-

man Jack A. Hartings, president and CEO of The Peoples Bank Co., Coldwater, Ohio. “We are fortunate that he will be generously offering his time and valuable professional talents to the service of the community banking industry.” ICBA is the only national trade association dedicated exclusively to promoting the interests of locally operated community banks and savings institutions. With trusted financial expertise and high-quality customer service as their hallmarks, community banks offer the best financial-services option for millions of consumers, small businesses and agricultural enterprises.

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to care for all of his needs. He was so active before the car accident and was known for his fun-loving and outgoing personality. His inability to convey the personality he once exhibited along with his inability to communicate is extremely difficult for all to see every day, particularly for his family.” It takes the brain a long time to heal. His parents have researched the possibility of some special therapy treatments in New Orleans, which are very costly. They are in hopes that it will speed up his recovery. If he is a candidate for this program, his treatment will begin in the very near future. His parents have a plan to add on to their home to accommodate his needs. Our lives were always surrounded with activities our boys were involved in. Both of our sons, Cory and Gabe, loved baseball. Gary felt fortunate to be able to coach both his boys from little league on up until high school began. Cory followed in his brother’s footsteps and played baseball for Zachary High School. Cory looked up to several people in his life, particularly his older brother, with whom he has a special closeness, and a couple that were special mentors to him were Coach Jesse Cassard and Coach

Cory Lentini outside of his current care facility in Baker. Chris Davezac. He loved being active and staying in tip-top shape. While working at Anytime Fitness,

Cory was encouraged by several, starting with his boss Lloyd Dempster, to obtain his Personal Training Certificate, which he did in September 2009 and was so proud of. Cory’s dreams were to own his own gym one day. Many members of the Zachary and Baker community have come together to help Cory come home.

A communitywide fundraiser has been planned for this Sunday, March 15 from 5-8 p.m. at the Cactus Café in Zachary. The funds raised will benefit Cory’s medical expenses and assist with the efforts to making his home accessible. “We are so blessed to have such a wonderful group of friends that love our family,” Debbie and Gary explained. They came to us and said, “we want to do something for Cory,” and so they decided to have a fundraiser, knowing that not only would this help if these treatments become a reality, but also help towards funding an addition on to their home to accommodate Cory’s needs in an effort to improve his quality of life. This fundraiser will help greatly with all of these goals. We are extremely humbled and grateful to all of our friends and the Zachary community for their wonderful, overwhelming support. Most importantly we ask for continued prayers on their “Journey with Cory.” For more information on the Lentini Care Fund event, please call Kim Denson at 603-4798, Sharon Phillips at 936-6523, or Danny Spencer at 774-8773. The fundraiser at Cactus Café on Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. will include a Mexican buffet, drink tickets, a cash bar, both a live and silent auction, as well as entertainment. The cost is $100 per couple, $50 for single ticket. Students and young adults who wish to attend may make a smaller donation as they see fit. Checks for the event can be made out to the Lentini Care Fund.

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cal Pharmacy West and LeBlanc’s Food Store. The overwhelming majority of the participants in the crowd spoke against the proposed Wal-Mart citing the Zachary Master Plan, Land Use Maps, and the Zachary Unified Development Code (Representatives of Wal-Mart asked that they be allowed to go against each of these.) The only resident who spoke in favor was the owner of the property. After hours of discussion between lawyers for Wal-Mart and Live Oak Trace residents, and the P&Z Board, when it became evident that the site plan would not pass city of Zachary muster, Wal-Mart suddenly withdrew their application at about 11:30 p.m. Lawrence Maestri and George Murrell of Maestri-Murrell were in attendance to request the addition of 40 new housing units for Zachary Parkside Apartments, and for the acreage in their crosshairs to be rezoned from UC (urban center) to RU (residential urban). Site plan review was held in the Planning meeting, and the Commission voted on it hours later in the Zoning meeting. Maestri said there is a big demand for two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a long waiting list. There is land for sale next to the complex, which is zoned for commercial development. Maestri said with this addition, they are able to beautify the entrance and add more amenities

for the development. A longtime Zachary resident identified as Mr. Fisher took the podium to oppose. “We have too many apartment complexes. We seem to be inviting too many people here and building a community of apartment dwellers. I don’t mean to be catty, but apartment dwellers don’t seem to add much to the community. This town is going down the tube! We want our good old country living!” Fisher said. Several committee members expressed the view that it made more sense for the land to stay commercial. Chairman Kline, however, did not have opposition, saying, “If you’re going to have more apartments—and there are plans on the burner for them—I would say this about this apartment complex: it is well kept. It is a good apartment complex. If we’re going to have additional apartments, at that rental value and with a backlog, then this is a good addition to what has worked,” Kline said. “I don’t think it changes the character of the city when you’re just putting 40 more apartments in.” The motion passed contingent upon the rezoning passing later that night, and the rezoning later passed 4 to 3. “We’re going to take a five-minute recess so everyone can take their medication before we start,” Kline joked. The eighth filing of Copper Mill was up next, with Kline beginning by asking everyone in attendance to not be redundant. The public hearing on this issue was previously closed in last month’s

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meeting, but had to be voted on again, since the favorable vote of 3 to 1 was not a majority vote, as Kline, D Hunt and Mike Freeman recused themselves. The eighth filing would result in developing on the driving range at Copper Mill. Developer Ross Bruce came forward with a new plat for the new public hearing on the filing. Bruce came forward to present the specifics on the differences between this plat and the prior two submittals. “What we’ve done is reduce the amount of lots to 57 from 60, and primarily the open space was increased in the center of the filing,” he said. The open space was increased from 4.5 to six acres, including open space at the front entrance, which Bruce says was a hot-button issue for the HOA. Erik Piazza, partner at Phelps Dunbar, spoke in favor of the filing. “We really tried hard to bring things to you that integrated with the site, to make open space visible. We continue to shave off lots. At some point, it’s not economically feasible. We are trying to make this work for everybody,” Piazza said. “Over a year ago when we met with the HOA about selling the golf course and driving range, they declined to buy the driving range. We said we will have to develop the driving range. You have all seen the agreement—they signed off a year ago,” Piazza said. “We have met or exceeded everything we said we would do. We have been up front with them. Apparently people are still upset,” before imploring the committee to vote in their favor. Copper Mill resident James Maughan was the first to speak in opposition. “The range actually costs money for anyone to operate. It’s only profitable if it’s developed. There’s not a problem with development if it’s done with what’s in accordance with the UDC,” he said, and then began to cite density calculations permis-

sible under the city’s Unified Development Code. “When the calculations are done, net density and gross density are in excess of the limits of the UDC. He needs six and a half acres of open space on the site that’s being developed, but he’s including lakes? Lakes can’t be developed under the code,” Maughan said. “Space that can’t be developed doesn’t count toward open space.” He said the diminished amount of buffer zone and the intense density will give the filing a different look than the rest of the golf course. “And I think it’s completely unfair for the plat to be given 30 minutes before the meeting. We need to have a meaningful opportunity to review it,” Maughan concluded. Several other residents came forward to voice their opposition. Adding to the argument on density and buffer zones, one resident said “I don’t know why we are wasting 2.45 acres hiding it in the back. Why can’t that be pulled forward and there be some sort of a buffer between the sixth filing and Clubview Estates? If we can get some buffer between these filings, I think some opposition would decrease. If we are using lakes as open space, I don’t think that’s any different than using open space a mile away,” he said. “The lake area is overgrown. It’s $30,000 to get those areas cleaned out,” said resident Olga Wilson. Another had safety concerns, with two entrances proposed in a blind curve with a four-way stop near the park. “We have children that use that access on the way into the park,” he said. The public hearing was closed at 8:45 p.m. and the discussion began. Hugh Engels said the density does meet the requirements of the UDC. Mickey Robertson, owner at MR Engineering & Surveying, concurred. “The very definition of open space includes wetlands, ponds and lakes,” Robertson said.” “My feelings really have not changed,” said Dr. Scott Buzhardt, who voted in fa-

vor of it at the last meeting. Earl Thornton agreed, saying he voted positive last time and his feelings had not changed. “The man has a right to develop the property. I mean, he owns it, what else is he going to do with it?” said Dr. Buzhardt. Opposed was Mark Martin, and recused were Hunt, Freeman and Kline. The votes were 3:1, and without a unanimous vote, the issue will go on to the next Council meeting with an unfavorable recommendation. The Council will need 4 out of 5 votes to overturn it. Finally, it was time for the proposed Wal-Mart neighborhood market to be discussed. Despite hours having passed, the crowd was still standing room only. The store would be right next to LeBlanc’s on Church Street, and right in front of Live Oak Trace subdivision. Early on in the discussion, it became clear that the five-acre, big-box store has plans to operate 24 hours a day. Upon this revelation, the crowd erupted in a chorus of opposition mingled with borderline amusement. Representatives for Wal-Mart, including an engineer, architect and an attorney, took to the podium to describe the planned project and speak in favor. The revised plan presented made significant changes from the original plan. First, the cross access connection into Live Oak Trace was removed. An additional buffer was added to what is now a truck turn around, increasing it from 50 to 149 feet. A sound wall was added to the truck dock area and compactor pad. Right turn lanes were added at both access drives, as well as a five-foot elevated berm, upon which the landscaping and plantings will be added to provide an additional barrier. The large oak trees will be retained, and the fuel station was eliminated, adding 22% more green space than the previous proposal. And because it’s a neighborhood market instead of a Supercenter, the

parking lot will be smaller. There’s a lighting plan, which includes LED fixtures that shine on a specific area. The site plan does not request any waivers from the UDC of the city; however, all of the members of the Planning and Zoning board pointed out substantial design deficiencies that did not comply with the Zachary UDC. And then came the folks to speak in opposition, beginning with a representative from the Live Oak Trace HOA, saying that the homeowners are overwhelmingly against Wal-Mart, 53 to 2 votes. The homeowners are not against development; the opposition is directed at the proposed development being a big-box store. Next up was Live Oak Trace resident Judy White. “Respect that we have a Louisiana business operating in that area already. What we need here in Zachary is not a food mart, but a clean and stocked Wal-Mart that is safe. Instead of trying to put somebody out of business, why doesn’t Wal-Mart focus on the store they already have here?” She and several others expressed that they don’t even shop at the local Wal-Mart, choosing instead to go to Baker, Central or Watson locations. Attorney Mike Clegg, who represents the Live Oak residents opposing Wal-Mart, said “This has nothing to do with Wal-Mart. It’s this tract of land. It’s supposed to be Commercial/Suburban, not Commercial/General,” he said. “The people of Zachary want you to use the $600,000 UDC book and let it work for you,” adding that they were here objecting to the size of the big-box store. “This isn’t a Wal-Mart issue, this is a quality of life issue for anyone in the subdivision,” said one resident, a sentiment that was echoed by many others. “In Live Oak, we only have one entrance. We don’t want to drive in our driveway and look at their parking lot.” Many others spoke out not just in opposition to Wal-Mart, but also in defense of LeBlanc’s and the threat

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of the nationwide chain putting the local grocer out of business. Associated Grocers Executive Vice President and COO Emile Breaux gave a compelling, statistics-based argument about the sustainability of having the two grocery stores competing in this area. “I can tell you factually, the data does not support it,” he said. “The facts do not support this volume. It will simply divide a pie that already exists,” he concluded. Live Oak Trace resident Carla Greenup addressed the Committee, describing how she and her husband (the representative for the HOA) came to Zachary for the first time. “When we came here, we felt whatever we had to pay in taxes was worth it. I implore you to remember people like us who came here to enjoy life,” she said. She says she was “taken aback” by her first experience at LeBlanc’s, when they stopped in to pick up dessert before visiting some friends. They later decided on a home in Live Oak Trace. “I get to live in that neighborhood and shop at that store!” Life for me is good!” she recalls saying. When the Wal-Mart was first proposed, Greenup said she “beat the streets” handing out flyers. “I would walk 1000 miles to protect our quality of life,” she said. “It means that much to me.” Opposition continued, citing the threat to LeBlanc’s and the quality of life for Live Oak residents, but also the 24-hour a day noise and lights, as well as safety and traffic concerns. When the last protestor had their chance to speak, the Wal-Mart camp was given the chance to have the final word. “Wal-Mart intends to be a good neighbor,” began Attorney Jim Percy, and the audience laughed. “It’s true. This is a grocery store, a neighborhood market. WalMart would like to compete as well for the growth in this area,” he said, and the public hearing was concluded at 10:26 p.m.

The Committee began their discussion. Kline pointed out that with the zoning, residents could easily wind up with strip mall centers of up to 25,000 square feet, and easily have the same parking, traffic and noise issues. The proposed Wal-Mart is 40,000 square feet, the same size as Leblanc’s. “I wish they hadn’t asked for it,” Kline said. “We are stuck with who applied for what space. I don’t think we ought to be hard to get along with. I’m less opposed to the rezoning than I am to the plan. I really feel for you, Live Oak,” he continued. But if strip malls wind up there, you won’t have a berm, a noise wall and all the other amenities Wal-Mart has promised to make this development as pleasant as possible. “These are tough decisions. Do you disappoint the homeowners? Do you let your vacant land be vacant forever? I have a huge problem with it being 24 hours. If I haven’t got it by 2 in the morning, I’m gonna do without,” he said, and everyone laughed. “We need high-end retail,” said Mike Freeman, saying that for high-end amenities, he and his wife go to Baton Rouge. “For me, it’s an easy decision. It has to be consistent with Future Land Use maps. “We put a ton of money into developing this master plan, and to structure something more intense than what this document presents is an uphill battle,” said D. Hunt. “The UDC says don’t degrade the quality of life for the people,” Robert Snowden said. “Based on that, we should stop.” As the conversation continued to head in that direction, Wal-Mart attorney Jim Percy suddenly came forward and withdrew all requests. Representatives from Wal-Mart said they would be back with another plan in the near future.

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ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABLE PART TIME POSITION:Clerk for the City Council for the City of ZacharyApplication may be made at the Zachary City Hall, 4700 Main Street (POB 310), Zachary, LA 70791 to the attention of John C. Hopewell, III, - City Attorney (225) 654-0287 or john.hopewell@ cityofzachary.orgJOB DESCRIPTION - Clerk for the City Council for the City of Zachary. General duties, required but not necessarily limited to the following: Gather, compile, compose, post (on bulletin board and

website), publish and distribute agendas for regular and special meetings, workshops and any scheduled or called gatherings where a quorum of the Council membership is expected to be present.Gather, collate and produce in orderly format any and all supporting data and documents necessary for the conduct of business at any regular or special meeting or gathering. Set up meeting room, video and recording equipment in preparation for any and all regular and special meetings. Attend and record any and all regular or special meetings of the City Council, and prepare in written form the minutes of all such meetings for approval in the next regularly scheduled meeting of the City Council. Upon approval by the Council, submit the minutes for publication in the official journal and posting on the bulletin board and the website. Submit Minutes, Ordinances and any other documents which are designated as a public record for publication in the official journal of the City of Zachary. File and maintain all records of the City Council as permanent documents. Carry our any specific directives of the Council members, individually or as the whole, according to their satisfaction. Know and comply with all established and required Federal, State and local rules, regulations and laws pertaining to public meetings, public records, and the public’s right-to-know. Receive and answer all requests for public records within required time frame in accordance with State law. Ensure the accessibility of all citizens to the meeting place and any public documents, including agendas, minutes and associated documents in written or other form as may be required. Other job responsibilities by the City Council as assigned. Salary shall be negotiable and commensurate with abilities and availability Accepting applications. Experienced maintenance, housekeeping, and cooking staff. Norwood area. Call (225) 683-9420.

Drivers, CDL-A: Home EVERY Weekend! ALL Loaded/Empty Miles Paid! Dedicated Southeast! Or Walk Away Lease, No Money Down. 1-855-747-6426 HOUSE FOR RENT. 3 BR/1Bath. Central Schools. Zachary Deerford Road. $600 Deposit. $600 per month. Call (225) 333-2910.

Part-time Nanny needed. Must have own transportation. If interested, call (225) 9261900.

Industrial Co. seeking FT 8-5 billing clerk/ admin asst. MUST have Quickbooks exp. Answer multi-line phone, great customer service & general office duties. Strict NON-smoking environment. Send resume’ to gis70791@att. net or fax 225-658-2243.

Drivers: Drive The Best. Drive Maverick. Dedicated Flatbed Run Now Open – Home Daily!!! Must live within 35-50 mile radius of Hammond, LA & be willing to commute daily. $.39-$.40/mile starting pay. Average $55k plus per year. Home daily & Weekends. Excellent Benefits & Top of the line equipment. Class A CDL, 21 yrs old & 6 months of OTR/Driving Experience Req. 1-800-289-1100 or visitwww.drivemaverick.com $500 Reward. 2 Lost Schnausers. Male-Salt & Pepper. Female-Black. Hwy 412 East, Slaughter. Call (225) 405-6450. M&L Industries, Local Equipment Dealer since 1953 has a position open for a mechanic. Excellent benefits. Some Experience required. Email resume to : service30@mlind.net or apply in person at 5810 Airline Hwy in Baton Rouge. Cross Creek Cowboy Church. 21160 Plank Rd, Zachary in blue Legendz building. Sundays 10:30. Come as you are, bring your lawn chair. 225-721-0333. Facebook.com/CrossCreekCowboyChurch.

NOW HIRING @ AMERICANA YMCA CERTIFIED LIFEGUARDS, SWIM INSTRUCTORS, AQUATICS SUPERVISORS, HEAD SWIM COACH Positions available at other YMCA locations across Baton Rouge area. Apply today! Minimum Age 16+. Flex schedules. We can train you! Great opportunity!

For Rent 4BR/3.5BA 3,600 sq.ft. home. Mills Pointe Zachary. Jacuzzi tubs. Huge Study & Closets. 2 Car Garage. $2400/month. 225-7518847. www.TomMackeyProperties.com For Sale: 3Br/2Ba Doublewide w/Lot, Owner Financing w/$20,000. down $750. mo., Zachary Schools, Very Nice 225-268-6251/225-5706295 House for Rent in Zachary. 1065 Meadow Glen. 3BR/2BA. See Craigslist for photos/details. Avail. 4/1/15. Call (225) 933-8411.

FOR SALE. Mobile Home. 14x76. 3BR/2Bath with lot. Zachary School District. $36,000. Call (225) 439-6012. FOR RENT. Mobile Home in Jackson, LA. 16x80, 3BR/2BA, $650/month, $650/deposit. Call (225) 439-6012.

Nice commercial building for sale or lease in Zachary. Up to 3,600 square feet available now and total building square feet of 8,097. Call 817-789-0985.

Prime multi acre residential homesite in the heart of Zachary. Country living in the City! Ready to build your dream home. Brokered by Monte Real Estate 225-658-1515. Listed at $69,000 with 100% lot financing available through Brandy Westmoreland at Guaranty Bank. Accepting applications. Experienced maintenance, housekeeping, and cooking staff. Norwood area. Call (225) 683-9420.

Country Living in the City! ¾ Acre with immaculate 3BR/2.5 bath home in peaceful town of Clinton. $270,000. Steve DiLorenzo, Feliciana Hill Country Realty. Office 225-683-5454 or cell 225-719-1810.

52 Acres Ethel, growing timber, homesite with potential for 8-10 Acre lake. $7000/acre with ½ mineral share. Steve DiLorenzo, Feliciana Hill Country Realty. Office 225-683-5454 or cell 225-719-1810. Mature Hardwood and Pine 6 acre homesite, highway frontage. Near Clinton. $50,000. Steve DiLorenzo, Feliciana Hill Country Realty. Office 225-683-5454 or cell 225-719-1810.

For Sale: 3 Bedroom 1.5 bath mobile home. New Dishwasher, styove and hot water heater. To be moved - $6,000 - call after 4:30 p.m. 225-235-7004. Currenlty located at 4432 Crescent Rd. Tunica, LA

Garden Grille at the Hilton Garden Inn/BR Metro Airport is now hiring for the following positions: Restaurant Server (AM/PM), Cooks, Dishwashers. Please apply in person at 3330 Harding Blvd, Baton Rouge 70807. Nursery wkr Sun AM & PM, Wed. PM & special occasions 10 hours wk send resumeto secretary@galileebc.com HANDY HANDS. Remodeling, Flooring, Electrical, Plumbing, Outdoor buildings, Fencing. U Name It! Call/text: 225-337-2389 or Leave Msg: 225-315-5113.

Rustic farmhouse on 21 acres, stocked pond, fenced for cattle! No flood zone, 98% cleared. Charming interior. Jen Bayhi-Gennaro, tiger town realty. Office 755-7022 or cell 324-9515 $239,900. 4467 Greenbriar Road. Ethel, Firewood for sale - make an offer. 225-2521576

ROOM FOR RENT in Zachary. Private entrance/private bath. All utilities included plus cable and internet. NO smokers. Call, text, or leave message (225) 654-9900.

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ing the board to set the rate at an amount up to an additional 1 cent, Tuesday’s decision reflects the school board’s intention to initially only levy an additional ¾ percent. The amount on the ballot for the March 28 election will not be changed. Based on estimates presented by the staff, board members felt comfortable that the revenue generated by the additional ¾ cent would likely be sufficient to address anticipated budget shortfalls in the 2015-16 fiscal year. Board President Hubie Owen said that upon passage, the board would establish a procedure providing for regular review of the rate to ensure that the revenue being derived from the additional tax was sufficient to address the district’s needs, but not excessive. “After continuing to review the numbers, and with the diligent work of the staff we have arrived at the ¾ percent as a number where we feel comfortable,” Owen said. “I believe it to be transparent and prudent to not ask for more than we need. I really hope that a half cent is ultimately a reachable goal, sooner rather than later,” explained District 2 Board Member Gwen Fuselier. “I feel like we are listening to our community, and responding to what they expect from us. We are carefully evaluating the budget, and being mindful of being good stewards,” said Donna Grice, District 4 School Board member. Voters in the Zachary Community School District will go to the polls on March 28 to decide on the sales tax proposition. Upon passage, the board will canvas the returns of the election and vote to levy the tax at a specified rate at the April 21 meeting. Early Voting begins March 14-21 except Sunday.

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