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EDUCATION

9/11 CEREMONY

3 students BOSSIER make it to VOWS TO National Merit semis

NEVER FORGET

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STAFF REPORT Bossier Press-Tribune Bossier Parish Schools is proud to announce three of its high school seniors have been named Semifinalists in the elite National Merit Scholarship Program.

George Allen, who attends Haughton High, Evan Bonar from Benton High and Shane Hartnett, also a student at Benton, were cited for exceptional academic ability and potential for success in rigorous college studies. The three now have the opportunity to advance to the Finalist level and compete for National Merit Scholarships that will be ALLEN awarded next spring.

O v e r 90-percent of the Semifinalists are expected to attain F i n a l i s t BONAR standing and about half of the Finalists will win a National Merit S c h o l arship, earning the Merit HARTNETT Scholar title.

Being chosen as a Semifinalist is a feat in itself.

Last year, more than 1.5 million juniors entered the National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT), which served as an initial screen of program entrants.

The nationwide pool of Semifinalists, representing less than one-percent of all U.S. high school seniors, includes the highest scoring entrants in each state. © 2020 Bossier Newspaper Publishing Co., Inc.

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STACEY TINSLEY Bossier Press-Tribune Bossier City’s 19th annual 9-11 Memorial Ceremony took place Friday, Sept. 11, 2020 at 9 a.m. at the Liberty Garden located at the Bossier City Municipal Complex, 620 Benton Rd. Both Bossier City Mayor Lorenz Walker and Keep Bossier Beautiful President Lynn Bryan made remarks during the ceremony.

“We simply must never forget the horrific event that happened 19 years ago. Freedom is not freedom. This cowardly and inhumane event brought war onto our soil. It made us aware that there are terrorists in this world

Hurricane cleanup continues in parish

whose sole purpose in life is to destroy our way of life, our freedom and our ways. We must protect and defend our freedom and equal opportunity that is the United States of America,” Walker said.

“May God bless all who made the ultimate sacrifice on this day 19 years ago,” he added.

The ceremony concluded with the playing of Taps by SrA Joseph Lar of Barksdale Air Force Base and a benediction by Craig Kennedy, Chaplain of the Bossier City Police and Fire Departments.

The City of Bossier City teamed up with Keep Bossier Beautiful and the Bossier Chamber of Commerce to hold its annual 9-11 Memorial Ceremony.

Bossier City Mayor Lo Walker

Two weeks ago, parish police jury highway department crews were working around the clock to remove trees and debris blocking roadways in the aftermath of Hurricane Laura. Although Laura has gone, her destruction is still evident. “ W e still have 56 ditch notes (repair needALTIMUS ed) and in two days we have 170 requests for pickup on storm debris,” Public Works Director Mark Coutee told police jury members on Sept. 2.

“We’ve still got a ways to go, so we’re asking that everyone be patient.”

Coutee said he still has crews, including inmates from the parish prison, making and stocking sandbags as a precaution.

From the parish’s maintenance facility and the satellite locations, more than 20,000 sandbags were distributed leading up to the storm’s arrival in Bossier Parish.

“We’re now actively working on reloading pods and getting our stockpile back in order,” Parish Administrator Bill Altimus said. “Thanks to the Sheriff for the use of inmates to load bags and help with restocking.

There’s a potential for other storms so we want to be prepared.”

Also during the Sept. 2 meeting, jury members: ■ Declared Vivint Louisiana, LLC, and/or Vivint, Inc., to be ineligible to obtain a Bossier See, BPPJ, Page 3

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Tauzin skates his way in to top 5 APPLAUSE

STACEY TINSLEY Bossier Press-Tribune SONIC’s skating carhop Jarrod Tauzin from Bossier City, and two skating carhops in Pineville, Jaylen Patterson and Brittany Annette, have been named the top five of SONIC’s most talented skating carhops in the country, out of more than 3,500 drive-ins, for the 2020 Skate-Off Competition.

The carhops submitted video entries demonstrating their impressive skating flair and guest service, which was then evaluated by SONIC, Dr Pepper and RC Sports, to determine the top five highest-scoring videos.

In his video entry Tauzin said, “Sonic isn’t just a fast food restaurant, including in times like these today. We're a spot where the community can really come together. And right now

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Photo Via YouTube that is what we really need. We’re all stuck at home during this coronavirus and we’re quarantined at the house. But Sonic is the one place now that everyone can come out to while everyone else is shut down.”

To celebrate the top five finalists’ achievements, each will receive a finalist medal, a brand-new pair of

custom skates from RC Sports, and a portion of the grand prize money for their creativity, courtesy and talent while car hopping.

“SONIC’s Skate-Off Delivered by Dr. Pepper annual competition is a special recognition that allows us to spotlight the incredible awe-inspiring creativity, passion, and skills found at our drive-

ins across the country,” said Kevin Knutson, senior director of operations training for SONIC Drive-In. “The finalists of this year’s competition perfectly represent the fun SONIC culture we’ve created across the country and how carhops go above and beyond for our guests to have an unforgettable dining experience.”

United Way of Northwest Louisiana creates an alternative way to help local school children with school supplies.

Due to the health and economic crisis caused by COVID-19, United Way of Northwest Louisiana was unable to hold their annual Fill-The-Bus events with Wal-Mart this summer.

As a result, United Way of Northwest Louisiana launched an online initiative reaching out to several local businesses, nonprofits, and organizations to host workplace supply drives and/or to act as a drop off site to collect additional supplies.

From September 1 – October 1, 2020 donations can be made at all Bossier Parish Library Branches,

Shreve Memorial Libraries’ full-time branches (except for the Main Branch downtown), Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce, 2 MUNS Sq Gate ECP – Barksdale Air Force Base, Aillet, Fenner, Jolly & McClelland, Inc., 1-20 & Airline Starbucks store, Airline & Beene Blvd. Starbucks store, and Bossier Educational Service Center.

This drive will benefit more than 4,000 elementary, middle and high school children identified as ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) and/or families struggling to make ends meet throughout three different school systems.

Please visit https://bit. ly/35gQ6TQ to view a list of all participating dropoff locations and times through September 30.

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Edwards lays out phase 3 stipulations

GIVING BACK

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Courtesy Photo/John Able Members of the Cajun Navy prepare search and rescue operations after Hurricane Laura.

From BeauJax with love Local restaurant raises money for Cajun Navy efforts after hurricane

STACEY TINSLEY Bossier Press-Tribune When Hurricane Laura made her way through Louisiana in late August, she brought with her crippling devastation in many communities within the state. Not knowing the destruction Hurricane Laura’s impact would have on the state, the owners of BeauxJax Crafthouse decided to open the day Laura came though Bossier Parish and hold a fundraiser to help the Cajun Navy.

“I got up in the middle of the hurricane and decided I would go to the restaurant to see if we had power to see if we were going to open or not.

When I got to the restaurant we did have power, I called Peanut and we decided to open for the day.

We decided we would put up a special of $5 dol-

lar hurricanes and give the proceeds from the hurricane and 10% of our sales for the day to the Cajun Navy. It was just me, Peanut and Brian.

We wanted to make sure our staff was safe so we told them to stay home,” said Beau Hays, BeauxJax Crafthouse co-owner.

BeauxJax Crafthouse donated $2,500 dollars to the Cajun Navy.

“All of the money raised went directly to supporting people right here in the state. These guys are doing it strictly out of the kindness of their heart,” Hays said.

“While we were cooking and raising money they were helping evacuate a nursing home,” he added.

Remembering his humble roots of starting BeauxJax in a food truck, then blossoming into one of Bossier’s go to

restaurant destinations.

Owners of BeauxJax hold several fundraisers to help organizations in and around Bossier Parish.

“We’ve built our business around being engaged in the community.

Sometimes it’s hard to give up profit because you might feel like you’re struggling for money. We were running fundraisers when we didn’t have a dime in the bank and giving portions of our profit away. It’s really a biblical thing. You get that back ten fold. I would say the reason why we went from a food truck into what we are now really starts with that. We’ve been blessed over and over and over again, every single time,” said Hays.

Northwest Louisiana Division Director at Cajun Navy 2016, John Able says the Cajun Navy is appreciative of the love

hearing on September 16 to consider the application of US Wifi to the Benton-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission, for a Planning Approval for a 150’ unmanned wireless internet pole located in Lot 1, Cypress Creek Ranch subdivision, Unit 1, bBeing scheduled as a two-week public hearing.

■ Scheduled a public hearing on October 7 to consider the application of Joe E. Ford, Jr., to the Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission, for a zoning amendment to change the zoning classification of a certain tract of land being 3.455 acres, more

or less, from R-A, Residence-Agricultural District, to B-1, Business, Commercial Office District, for a proposed office complex.

■ Scheduled a public hearing on October 7 to consider approval of the plat of the proposed development of Duckwater Landing subdivision, Unit No. 1.

■ Heard report on meeting of the Property Standards Board of Review and agreed to move to condemnation hearings on two properties.

■ Heard report on meeting of the Road/ Subdivision Regulations Committee.

■ Ratified and accept-

and support local businesses give them.

“We are very appreciative of the love and support we get from our local businesses.”

Beau and Peanut are from south Louisiana so they know all about the Cajun way of life. “Love your neighbor!” The donations we receive go towards all sorts of different things. We use donations to purchase/ rent equipment to help us during a dire situation. Donations also go towards fuel, housing, food, supplies, and relief operations. Without the support of our followers and donors, like Beau and Peanut, we wouldn’t be able to continue to do what we do! We love and appreciate each and every person who has ever donated to our cause! #LoveThyNeighbor,” said Able.

Gov. John Bel Edwards held a news conference Friday afternoon announcing details about the Phase 3 emergency proclamation that goes into effect Friday night.

Here is an outline of what Gov. John Bel Edwards announced: ■ Businesses such as restaurants, spas, gyms, etc. will be allowed to open at 75% occupancy while still following social distancing guidelines ■ Bars can reopen on a parish-by-parish basis if the parish is testing under 5% positivity and parish leaders approve the reopening. Those bars will be at 25% occupancy and open for table service ONLY. ■ On-premise alcohol sales will end at 10 p.m. for all restaurants, bars, casinos, etc.

■ Nobody under 21-years-old will be allowed in these reopened bars.

■ Social gatherings such as weddings or parties will be capped at 50% or 250 people, whichever is lower. Same for any outdoor events.

■ Casinos will stay under Phase 2 rules: 50% capacity.

■ Sporting events such as high school football will be capped at 25% capacity. Social distancing is required.

■ Nursing homes will still not allow visitors, but the LDH is working on a new program to facilitate outdoor visits in parishes with under 5% positivity in their testing.

The governor added that the mask mandate and all common sense recommendations for stopping the spread of COVID-19 will still be included in Phase 3.

Edwards recall effort comes to Bossier City

Hundreds of Bossier residents signed a petition Saturday near the corner of Viking Drive and Swan Lake Road to recall Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards.

Dawn Thomas, volunteer with Bossier Parish Recall John Bel Edwards said, “My mother is a prisoner of a nursing home and I’m fed up. That was a one-man rule and it was an overreach. There’s just so much overreach. There’s all kinds of reasons why people are showing up today. The support of the re-

call is just incredible.”

“We’ve gotten several hundred signatures —several hundred in Haughton and several hundred today.

We are even having another event tonight. We’re just going to keep scheduling events until we get enough signatures,” she added.

Twenty percent of eligible Louisiana voters will have to sign the petition by hand. That amounts to roughly 600,000 signatures. They have 180 days from Aug. 31 to collect the signatures.

Edwards’ current term ends in 2024. This is his second term, so he will not be eligible to run again.

ing services, topographic survey and right-ofway maps for Eastwood drainage project.

■ Approved proposal of RES for compensatory mitigation requirements for acquiring 224 wetland credits in HUC 1140202, provided under a flexible contracting arrangement to account for unforeseen developments, for the Sligo Road extension to Highway 527 project.

■ Approved a mitigation credit supply agreement by and between the Seventh Louisiana Resource, LLC, and Bossier Parish Police Jury, for the purchase of 224 mitigation credits for the Sligo Road extension to High-

way 527 project.

■ Approved change order No. 19 for State Project No. H.003854.6-R1 Bossier North/South Corridor Swan Lake Road (I-220 to Flat River).

■ Passed a resolution of appreciation to Kathy Earnest, who is retiring from the police jury staff.

■ Set a 25/15 ton limit on the Vanceville Rd. bridge.

■ Agreed to allow parish attorney Patrick Jackson to move forward on a pair of lawsuits against individuals charged with operating a commercial business in a subdivision.

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Parish Peddler’s Permit for door-to-door sales in Bossier Parish.

■ Awarded bid for Project No. 2020-106, Palmetto Road turn lanes for Willis-Knighton, in accordance with bids received August 31.

■ Approved the plat of the proposed development of Bodcau Dam subdivision.

■ Approved the plat of the proposed development of Walker Estates subdivision.

■ Approved plat of the proposed development of Dogwood South subdivision, Unit No. 21.

■ Scheduled a public

ed recommendation of the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit Board of Appeals on August 19 in the matter of Apex Services, LLC. ■ Approved change order No. 2 for FY 2019 LCDBG Sewer Improvements – Merrywoods subdivision.

■ Approved certificate of substantial completion for FY 2019 LCDBG Sewer Improvements – Merrywoods subdivision.

■ Approved certificate of substantial completion for Project No. 2020-103, Circle M Road improvements.

■ Approved proposal of Nixon Engineering Solutions for engineer-

OPINION

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My Memories of Sept. 11, 2001 Last Friday marked the 19th Anniversary of a day that will endure in infamy in the history of our beloved United States of America. The day that our world changed, forever. On this day, the United States was attacked by a foreign enemy on our own soil and in a way that most people in our country would never have envisioned as even a “far-fetched” possibility. The entire sequence of events that took place on the morning of September 11, 2001 seemed totally surreal. And, the days that followed were totally unreal.

Yes, it has now been 19 years since the horrific events of September 11, 2001 took place. And, as hard as it is to believe, this means that the 20th anniversary of this world shattering event is now just one year away. To the credit of those that keep us safe and secure, we have not been attacked again on our own soil. As with all historical events of significant magnitude, anyone living and of suf- RANDY BROWN ficient age when this life changing/world changing day occurred can easily remember where they were and exactly what they were doing when they learned what was taking place in New York City, at the Pentagon and in a field in Pennsylvania on the morning of September 11, 2001.

It was horrible. It was scary. It was something that we never thought we would see happen on our own soil. And, it was unfolding before our very eyes.

But, yes, in reality, it happened. It left us feeling vulnerable. It left us feeling mad.

And, for a very brief time, it left us questioning the safety, security and sanctity of our great nation. However, deep down we all knew then (as we still know today) that in the end, the United States is still the greatest nation the world has ever known. And in the end, we win! That is just the way it is!

Here in Bossier City, in the years following September 11, 2001, events such as The City of Bossier City’s annual 9-11 Ceremony (held in conjunction with Keep Bossier Beautiful) and the Bossier Chamber of Commerce’s annual Patriots Day Ceremony/Luncheon really and truly bring home what this day is all about. We can never honor or recognize enough those that keep us safe and secure. We can never say “Thank You” too many times to the brave and honorable individuals that all too often place our lives before their own lives. But, my oh my, how good it feels to say “Thank You” and to show our appreciation with each and every opportunity that we are given.

And, these two great and heart touching events are both wonderful ways to do so.

I will never forget this day. Having been at the Bossier Press-Tribune for only about six weeks at the time, I remember us all standing in our parking lot on Viking Drive as we watched Air Force One take off headed for Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota. None of us who were of sufficient age at the time will never ever forget this day. This is the day that our beloved United States of America changed forever. This is the day that our world changed forever. This is the day that America stood momentarily silent, but never still, yet forever changed. And, our beloved Bossier City (through Barksdale Air Force Base) will be forever tied to the historical events of this day from 19 years ago. On September 11, 2001, where were you?

Randy Brown is publisher of the Bossier Press-Tribune.

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OPINION

Sam Hanna: Landry, LHSAA get their way

Originally published Sept.

10, 2020 Word out of Baton Rouge last week that Louisiana high schools would set aside the coronavirus craze for a spell and kick off the regular football season Oct. 8 was welcome news, needless to say.

It was a shot in the arm, too, for a state that’s been held hostage by Gov. John Bel Edwards for some six months now over his insistence that Louisiana remain in a dictatorial state over the politically charged coronavirus until he says otherwise. Or immediately following the Nov. 3 presidential election, depending on the outcome of course.

You can thank state Attorney General Jeff Landry for stepping up and giving the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) the legal cover it needed to allow schools to play ball this fall void of the fear of being sued over a young-

ster who might get sick from the virus. Landry’s legal opinion was sorely needed prior to LHSAA director Eddie Bonine testifying Friday before the House Education Committee, which was originally scheduled to hear from Bonine as well as Dr. Courtney Phillips, secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health. Phillips was a noshow, which shouldn’t surprise anyone since SAM she was apHANNA pointed to her post by Edwards. Bonine’s testimony, however, soothed the fears of state lawmakers who are caught between two factions — scores of constituents including upset parents who want their teenagers to experience a normal school year and the governor and his lackeys. The latter would prefer that Louisiana, in-

cluding high school football players, remain hunkered down until the governor gives us permission to resume our lives in a somewhat normal fashion.

The LHSAA found itself in the unenviable position of looking to Landry for help thanks to its own doing.

Having previously stated the high school football season would not commence until Edwards moved the state into Phase 3 of the emergence from the coronavirus lockdown, the LHSAA was precariously close to losing the 2020 season altogether since Edwards has shown zero signs of freeing Louisiana from this madness. And since the governor obviously enjoys playing dictator, the LHSAA was forced to call an audible. That set the stage for Landry.

You don’t need a doctorate degree in political science to determine most Louisianians have chosen to ignore Edwards’ do’s and don’ts as they relate to the

virus. Look around the next time you are in a grocery store or a convenience store or a restaurant. Count the number of people who are freely moving about sans a mask, which Edwards insists will stop the spread of the virus. The mask means nothing, but I suppose mind games are good for something for somebody.

A likely gubernatorial candidate in just three years, Landry earned his stripes last week, especially in the hearts and minds of countless Louisianians who yearn for a return to normal activity.

There’s nothing more “normal” than high school football in Louisiana, except Saturday night in Tiger Stadium.

Edwards, on the other hand, has earned a footnote in the history books as the first Louisiana governor to ever get rolled by the LHSAA and a state attorney general.

Sam Hanna is the publisher of the Ouachita (West Monroe) Citizen.

OPINION

Case for the presidency has been made, part 2

We have now seen the national conventions of both major American political parties. Each presented their plans and platforms for governing. There should be no confusion about any of this because they have each written and stated their goals clearly and emphatically. What did we learn about their respective policies and agendas? The differences are stunning.

Last week we reviewed the Biden-Harris agenda.

This week we review the Trump-Pence agenda.

In summary fashion, the Trump-Pence ticket, running on a strong “prosperity” agenda, includes a heavy focus on continued job creation which had exploded after the Trump Tax Cuts prior to the virus.

The Trump Administration plans on creating 10 million new jobs in 10 months, creating 1 million new small businesses, cutting taxes to boost take-home pay, and keeping jobs in America. It also plans to continue enacting fair trade deals that protect American jobs and advance “Made in America” tax credits, expand Opportunity Zones, and continue its deregulatory agenda for energy independence. On the Covid front, the Trump Administration will continue pushing aggressively to develop a vaccine by the end of 2020, manufacture in the U.S. all critical medicines and supplies for healthcare workers, while also refilling stockpiles and preparing for future pandemics.

The Trump Administration also plans to continue addressing the China threat by bringing back 1 million manufacturing jobs back from China and d0ing so by providing tax credits for companies that bring back jobs from China; allow 100% expensing of deductions for essential industries like pharmaceuticals and robotics companies who bring their manufacturing back to the U.S., while also prohibiting federal contracts ROYAL ALEXANDER from being awarded to companies who outsource to China.

Regarding healthcare, the Administration will continue to fight to lower prescription drug prices and put patients and doctors back in charge of our healthcare system while also lowering healthcare insurance premiums and ending surprise billing. The health plan would also continue to cover all pre-existing conditions. It would protect Social Security and Medicare, while further protecting our veterans and providing them quality healthcare and services based upon the individual veteran’s choice.

On the education front, the Trump Administration would provide school choice to every child in America and teach actual and accurate American history while

emphasizing American Exceptionalism. The Administration’s governmental reform plan includes passing congressional term limits, ending bureaucratic government bullying of U.S. citizens and small businesses, continuing to expose the “swamp” and Washington, D.C.’s corrupt money trail, while seeking every method by which to delegate powers back to the states and the people.

The Administration’s law enforcement agenda includes strong support of law enforcement—including fully funding and hiring more police and law enforcement officers, increasing criminal penalties for assaults on law enforcement officers, and prosecuting drive-by shootings as acts of domestic terrorism. This includes bringing violent extremist groups like ANTIFA to justice and keeping dangerous criminals locked up until trial, when merited.

The Administration further plans to end illegal immigration and protect American workers including blocking illegal immigrants from becoming eligible for taxpayer-funded welfare, healthcare, and free college tuition. It also includes mandatory deportation for non-citizen gang members, dismantling of human trafficking networks, while also ending sanctuary cities in order to restore our neighborhoods and protect our families. The agenda also includes prohibiting American companies from replac-

ing American citizens with lower-cost foreign workers.

Perhaps most importantly, it would require new immigrants to be able to support themselves financially.

The Trump Administration’s “America First” policy includes stopping endless wars and bringing our troops home, demanding our allies pay their proportionate share of their defense, maintain and expand America’s military strength, wipe out global terrorists who threaten to harm Americans and build great cybersecurity and missile defense systems.

Defense of American values includes continuing the nominations of constitutionalist Supreme Court and lower court federal judges, protecting unborn life through every means available, defending religious liberty and the sacred free exercise of religious believers and organizations, and strongly supporting the exercise of Second Amendment rights.

This is the pro-America agenda—pro-life, pro-family, pro-2nd Amendment, pro-small business, projobs and employment of Americans, pro-national defense, and pro-American constitutional values. The Trump-Pence agenda could not be more different from the Biden-Harris Democrat agenda.

Royal Alexander is a Shreveport attorney.

SPORTS

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All systems go for start of 2020 season

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Finally, after much uncertainty and some big pushes from state government officials, it’s all systems go for the 2020 high school football season.

The LHSAA Executive Committee approved a plan last week to start the season Oct. 1-3, a week earlier than expected. That came after a Sept. 4 meeting of the House Committee on Education during which an opinion was released by state Attorney General Jeff Landry saying the LHSAA and member schools would not be liable if players or any others contracted COVID-19 during games.

Earlier, Landry had written a letter to LHSAA Executive Director Eddie Bonine urging no further delay in the start of the season. That followed a letter to Bonine from House Dist. 74 Rep. Larry Frieman signed by 44 other representatives stating virtually the same thing.

Also, Bonine told the House Committee the LHSAA was prepared to move forward with the start of season regardless of which phase of the COVID-19 reopening the state was in.

Last Thursday, fullcontact practices were allowed to begin. Contact had not been allowed since preseason practice began

Aug. 10 under Phase II restrictions.

Even though the season was moved up a week, teams will still play an eight-game season with the usual number advancing to the playoffs. excited,” “We’re Haughton head coach Jason Brotherton said the day of the House Committee meeting. “I had kind of been told that off the record about a week ago, but to actually see it out there in public gets you excited.

“Now it’s like it would be almost hard to take it back. We’re pumped up.

Our kids are going to be excited. You’ve been trying to sell your kids all this time on getting ready for a season that you don’t really know is going to happen. So now to actually know I’d say we need to sit down and figure how to crank everything up, ramp up what we’re doing and start getting ready to play an actual game.”

Teams are also allowed to have scrimmages, which were previously banned, Sept. 24-25.

Haughton is scrimmaging North DeSoto at 6 p.m.

Sept. 24 in Stonewall. In other Sept. 24 scrimmages, Plain Dealing visits BTW at 5:30 and Bossier visits Red River at 6.

In scrimmages scheduled for Sept. 25, Parkway hosts Northwood (time TBA) and Airline visits Alexandria at 6.

Benton boys, Parkway girls post runner-up finishes in Border Dash

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The Benton boys and Parkway girls finished runner-up in their respective divisions in the annual Border Dash meet Saturday at South Bossier Park.

The meet, hosted by Parkway, marked the beginning of the cross country season in Bossier Parish.

Ruston swept the team titles. The Ruston boys were runners-up in Class 5A last season.

Benton’s Jacob Marcinkis was third in the boys division, covering the 3-mile course in 16 minutes, 15.3 seconds.

Ruston placed five runners in the top nine, including winner Dyllon Nimmers (15:37.2).

Benton’s Hagos Easter was seventh in 16:59.6.

Parkway’s Madison

Langley was eighth in 17:01.6, helping the Panthers finish third.

Parkway’s Gabriel Falting and Joseph Randel were 13th and 14th, respectively.

Jaylin Wilbert led Airline with a 20th-place finish.

Parkway’s Joslyn Crosby, the reigning District 1-5A champion, placed third in the girls division in 19:39.2 Benton’s Isabelle Russell, the 2019 1-5A runnerup, took seventh in 21:17.7.

Ruston’s Marina Givens won in 19:35.2.

Haughton’s Jadyn Hodge was 10th in 21:52.7.

Parkway’s Cheyenne Olson and Ariel Morrow finished 13th and 14th, respectively.

Brynn Gines led Airline with an 18th-place finish.

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The Benton Lady Tigers and Parkway Lady Panthers opened the 2020 volleyball last week at Benton.

Airline, Benton off to 2-0 starts

BY RUSSELL HEDGES

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The Airline Lady Vikings and Benton Lady Tigers both went 2-0 as the volleyball season got underway last week.

Airline won both its matches in straight sets, defeating Alexandria 25-4, 25-15, 25-15 in a District 1-I match at home and Caddo Magnet 25-22, 25-8, 25-19 in a non-district contest on the road.

Benton opened with a 25-13, 25-15, 25-19 District 1-I victory over Parkway at home. The Lady Tigers then defeated Loyola College Prep on the road in five sets, 25-22, 2225, 25-21, 12-25, 15-11.

Parkway rebounded from its loss to Benton, rallying from two sets down to defeat Captain Shreve at home 11-25, 11-20, 25-14, 25-15, 18-16.

The Haughton Lady Bucs dropped two non-district road matches, falling to Byrd 25-27, 25-20, 2513 and defending District 1-I champion Ruston 25-8, 25-20, 25-21.

All matches were played under COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions. No fans were allowed. That could change, though, as the state entered Phase III of COVID-19 reopening last Saturday. Under the state’s Phase III guidelines, 25 percent capacity is allowed for indoor athletic events.

Airline head coach Regina Digilormo was just happy to get the season going after weeks of uncertainty.

“I’m excited we’re playing and we keep pushing forward is my big thing,” she said. “I think we’re excited to kick things off for

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Benton defeated Parkway in three sets in a season opener last week at Benton.

ports in the parish. Hopefully it will trend in the right direction for everybody.”

Ariana Wilkinson had two strong performances for the Lady Vikings.

She had a team-high seven aces against Alexandria along with two kills, one block, six assists and four digs.

Wilkinson had eight aces, 14 assists, four digs, one block and one kill against Caddo Magnet.

Elizabeth Gatti also started strong with eight as-

sists, one ace, three kills, one block and two digs against Alexandria. She also had six kills, six assists, one block and one dig against Magnet.

Daly Nagot led Benton against Parkway in kills with six. Andie Taylor had five kills and one dig.

Gracyn Badiali and Erin Martin had six aces each.

Martin and Nagot led the Lady Tigers in kills against Loyola with seven each. Martin also had seven digs. Nagot added three blocks and three digs.

Badiali had five kills, four aces and one block.

Abby Schroeder led the team in aces with five. She also had four kills and two blocks.

Andie Taylor had a team-high six blocks.

Tatum Waites had five digs.

Benton rallied from an 11-6 deficit in the third set and an 8-4 deficit in the fifth.

Parkway head coach Barbara Curry cited the play of middle Harley Pierce, setter Amaya Beckwith, RS/DS Evalyn Dang and outside hitter/DS Mackenzie Eason in the win over Shreve.

“We had to put up a fight for this win,” Curry said.

“It’s been hard being thrown into playing games without having a match with anyone but ourselves.

“We came into this game with a much better understanding of our personnel, but tonight we continued to make some minor adjustments. I’m really proud of how the team played defensively. They continue to play by our motto More2Give.”

While Haughton didn’t break into the win column, the Lady Bucs got some solid individual performance.

Jaycie Keith led the team in kills and digs against Byrd with eight and five, respectively. Adrienne Vickers had six kills and four blocks.

Mia McWilliams had eight assists, four kills and two aces. Averi Phillips had eight assists and two aces.

Keith also had a solid match against Ruston with five kills and five digs.

Kaely Bettisworth had a team-high seven digs.

McWilliams led the team in assists with seven.

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LIBRARY

september is national library card sign-up month

Every September libraries celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month; with every celebration, an Honorary Chair is selected, and this year’s choice is DC Comic’s Wonder Woman. Really, with this character being a founding member of the Justice League, as well as being armed with a Lasso of Truth she seems the perfect choice to champion institutions dedicated to helping their communities access factual information and transforming lives.

If you don’t have your library card yet, there are currently two ways that you can change that with Bossier Parish Libraries. Your first option is to visit any of our library locations throughout the parish, library locations and current hours are listed below. If our current, more limited, hours don’t fit into your availability then you can apply for an eCard with our online application! A direct link to the application is listed below, or you can find the application on our website; if you register for an online card, don’t forget to go in to the library you select as your “home location” to pick up your physical card and update your card to a regular library card so you can check out physical items from our branches in addition to accessing our digital services.

Also, American Library Association (ALA) has a special opportunity for everyone during the month of September. Until September 22, you can take a picture of you in your best superhero pose and post it on social media to be entered to win a $100 Visa gift card! To participate all you have to do is post your picture and hashtag it #LibraryCardHero on Instagram or Twitter; or you can post on Facebook in a comment or wall post on the I Love Libraries Facebook page. And don’t forget to tag Bossier Parish Libraries

(@bossierlibrary or #bossierparishlibraries) so we can like your post! Special note: if you include your library card in your picture (which we’d love!) please be sure you aren’t showing any of your personal information (name, library card number), just show your library logo side – we wouldn’t want that personal info falling into the wrong hands.

ANNIE GILMER

We hope you’ll have fun celebrating National Library Card Sign-Up Month with us!

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HISTORY

Barksdale:

From Field to Air Force Base In 1931, construction began on the world's largest airfield (over 22,000 acres), Barksdale Field. In the fall of 1932, the 20th Pursuit Group arrived from Mather Field as Barksdale Field's first combat organization.

The formal dedication ceremony for Barksdale Field was Feb. 2, 1933.

Just before its fifteenth anniversary in 1948, it was announced that Barksdale Field would be operating under a AMY ROBERTSON new name.

The following announcement appeared in the Jan 29th issue of The Planters Press, "As announced officially, the permanent military base adjoining Bossier now is officially 'Barksdale Air Force Base' its name having been changed from 'Barksdale Field,' which it bore for years, since 1932, to be exact, until January 22, 1948.

"The change is in accord with a general order from Washington, redesignating all of the U.S. air force air fields to U. S. air force bases, according to notice from First Lieut. John W. Hassard, public information officer, Barksdale Air Force Base, received by The Planters Press.

"The base is now the headquarters of the air training command, and the location of air force advanced multi-engine and instrument flying schools.

"The air force is no longer known as 'Army Air Force' but 'United States Air Force.'

"In order to be accurate, the readers of The Planters Press are urged from now on to refer to the base in Bossier, one of the largest on earth, as 'Barksdale Air Force Base.'"

The general order mentioned in the article was the National Security Act, Sept. 18, 1947, which established the United States Air Force as an independent branch of the United States military. Since 1941, it had been known as the U.S. Army Air Forces, and from 1926-1941 it was the U.S. Army Air Corps. The first major U.S. aviation combat force was created during WWI, known as the Air Service, U.S. Army from 1918-1926.

Barksdale Air Force Base is 87 years old and has a long record of outstanding service to its credit. After the second world war, Barksdale became a peacetime training center, becoming home to the Air Training Command. After the name was changed, it became the first Air Force all-jet strategic reconnaissance/bomber aircraft, the North American RB-45 Tornado, and the 2nd Air Force headquarters, bringing Barksdale into the Strategic Air Command.

More recently, Barksdale was called upon by the National Command Authority to spearhead the global war on terrorism shortly after the terrorist attacks on America on Sept. 11, 2001. To this day, Barksdale's men and women continue to serve both at home and abroad to support the global war on terrorism. Since Barksdale's beginning, it has contributed vital human resources and facilities to our nation's military.

As the nation celebrates the United States Air Force's 73rd birthday this Friday, this writer would like to recognize Barksdale Air Force Base for 87 years of defending liberty.

Thank you to all the men and women of yesterday, today, and tomorrow for your sacrifice and dedication in defending our freedom.

To learn more about Barksdale Air Force Base, visit the Bossier Parish Library History Center, 2206 Beckett Street, Bossier City. We have many photographs of and relating to Barksdale Air Force Base in our collection, including aerial photos, aircraft, architecture, celebrations, and the original postcard collection of Barksdale Field.

These images and more can also be accessed online by visiting the Bossier Parish Library History Center Collection online database at https://bossier.pastperfectonline.com/.

Select keyword search, then type in "Barksdale Air Force Base" (be sure to use the quotes) and enjoy.

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OBITUARIES Margaret Ann “Peggy” (Purcell) Lambard Haughton, LA – Margaret Ann “Peggy” (Purcell) Lambard, was born on February 15, 1947, in Shreveport, LA to the late James O. and Mary Hill Purcell, and passed away on July 12, 2020.

A memorial service was held for Margaret Saturday, September 12, 2020, at 2:00 PM, held within the Chapel of Hill Crest Memorial, in Haughton. A Gathering of Family and Friends began at 1:00 PM until time of service.

Margaret graduated from Bossier High School in 1965 and graduated from Northwestern State University in 1969 with a B.A. in Business. She obtained her Master’s degree in Adult Education in 1978 from Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN. Margaret made her home in Haughton, LA with her husband of fifty years, Allen C. Lambard, Jr. Mrs. Lambard is preceded in death by her parents, and her adopted son, David Allen Lambard.

Left to cherish her memory is

her husband, Allen; sister, Mary J. (Purcell) Sampson of Arkansas; brother-in-law, Dr. Warren Lambard and family of Minden, LA; sister-in-law, Lisa (Lambard) Norman and family of Alexandria, LA; cousins, Ann Marie (Hill) Casso of Shreveport, LA, Carolyn (Hill) Grogan of Shreveport, LA, and Janet Hill of Shreveport, LA; nephew, James “Jimmy” R. Owens of Arkansas; and numerous extended family members and friends.

Virgil Massengill Virgil Massengill passed away September 1, 2020 at 90 years of age. Virgil was born in Harlan, Kentucky on October 7, 1929 to James and Nancy Barton. ration of life for Mr. Massengill was held at 10:00 AM, on Saturday, September 12, 2020, within the Chapel of Hill Crest Memorial, Haughton, LA, with Pastor Benjamin Schmaltz, presiding. Interment followed in Hill Crest Memorial Park.

Virgil received his GED while in the Air Force. He was able to work his way up from a childhood of poverty with his determination and devotion to provide for his family. That work ethic was a gift he gave to his children.

Virgil married Martha Smith Massengill on October 12, 1948.

He worked for the United States Air Force for 28 years as an Airplane Mechanic and Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor. Upon retirement from the Air Force, Mr. Massengill took his maintenance skills to Bossier Medical Center, where he kept various type of equipment running to keep the Hospital running smoothly.

He was a member of Victory Life Church in Bossier City.

Virgil had a passion for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Although he couldn’t carry a tune, he took great pleasure in singing, off key, songs by Hank Williams to each grandchild and great-grandchild when they were babies. Each one loved their pawpaws singing and went to sleep easily in his arms. He found peace in fishing and loved it with the same passion he loved his grans and great-grandchildren.

Mr. Massengill was preceded in death by: his wife, Martha; son, Michael Massengill; grandchildren, Rachael Morris and Tommy

Massengill.

Left to cherish Mr. Massengill’s memory are: children, Gary Massengill and Brenda Massengill Morris Schmitt; grandchildren Sherry Orona, Gary Massengill, Kris Massengill, and Ethan Morris; and many great-grandchildren.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Gary Morris for the care he showed Dad in his last days.

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day, September 9, 2020 at Hill Crest Memorial Chapel. Interment followed at Hill Crest Memorial Park. The family received friends for visitation on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Mary Lou Squyres, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday afternoon at the age of 79, after battling lung cancer.

Jimmie Richard “Dick” Brandl She was born in Union Parish On July 11, 2020, Jimmie Rich- and attended Farmerville High ard “Dick” Brandl made his final School. Mary Lou was always viapproach into the arms of Jesus brant, joyful, quick-witted, and with a landing symbolic of his pi- brought a special light to every lot’s skill, like a butterfly with sore situation she was in. She saw profeet. found beauty in everyday things, A Memorial Service in his honor like watching the flowers in her will be held Saturday, September garden blow in the wind while the 18, 2020 at 1:30 PM, First Bap- clouds changed shape; a trait that tist Church of Haughton. Inurn- many lose at a young age, she carment with Military Honors will ried with her throughout her life. commence at 3:00 PM within Hill Over the years, her many talCrest Memorial Park, Haughton. ents and interests spanned golfing, A “pilot’s pilot” and God-fearing gardening, sewing, drawing, singman, he was husband of Pat, father ing and playing guitar. Above all, of Becky, Jeanna, Susie, Ricky, she was a loving wife and mother; and Tricia, with 22 grandchildren simply the best. and 11 great-grandchildren. He is Mary Lou was preceded in survived by his sister, Vicki, and death by her parents, Thelma and preceded in death by his parents John Frank Tucker; her son, RodGeorge and Jean and sister, Marie. ney Darrell Squyres, Jr.; and her Dick’s strength, wisdom, and stan- brothers, Herbert Newton Tucker dard for truth will continue to live and Boyce Wayne Tucker. She is on through his influences into his survived by her loving husband, family, friends, co-workers, and all Rodney Darrell Squyres, Sr.; one whose lives he touched. brother, Albert Tucker; three He exemplified courage, hon- children, Karen Squyres Gauntt, or, and most of all sacrifice in the Amanda Squyres McCauslin, and code of conduct he set as his per- Richard Squyres; two sons-insonal standard:“The wings you law, Steve Gauntt and Chris Mcwear have been forged with blood, Causlin; four grandchildren, John, sweat, heroism, and fear. Never, Robert, Morgan Louise, and Victoever shame them by your lack of ria; and four great-grandchildren, discipline, composure, or poor Leigha, Peyton, Donaven, and Tyjudgment. Do your duty, know ler; and many beloved nieces and your mission, know your limita- nephews. tions. Never needlessly jeopardize Pallbearers were John Squyres, your life or the life of your crew Robert Squyres, Albert Tucker Jr., or passengers. God speed, stand Charlie Tucker, John Tucker, and proud, fly safe!”

Mitch Tucker.

Well done, thy good and faithful servant, mission accomplished. Timothy John Lewandowski And now, he will dwell in the Bossier City, LA –Timothy John house of the Lord, forever. A me- Lewandowski, known as Tim or morial service to honor his life will “Ski” by friends and family, ended be held on Dick and Pat’s 60th his earthly journey on Saturday, wedding anniversary.

September 5, 2020 surrounded by his loving family in Bossier City.

Mary Louise Squyres A Mass was held at 10 a.m.

Benton, LA – Services celebrat- on Friday, September 11, 2020 ing the life of Mary Louise Squyres at Mary Queen of Peace Cathowere held at 2:00 p.m., Wednes- lic Church, 7738 Barksdale Blvd.

Bossier City, LA. Celebrating the Mass will be Father James Moran. Visitation will be prior to the Mass beginning at 9 a.m. Interment followed at Clear Springs Cemetery, Coushatta, LA. Funeral services under the direction of Rockett-Nettles Funeral Home, Coushatta, LA. Tim was born May 6, 1952 in Boise, Idaho to Lela Mae Dupree Lewandowski and John Joseph Lewandowski. He graduated from Bossier High School then served over 35 years in the Air Force Active Duty, Civil Service and Reserves, obtaining the rank of Chief Master Sergeant.

Tim enjoyed and excelled at many different hobbies. In his younger years, he was an avid bowler on multiple leagues a week, president of the Bass Fishing Club he fished in, and enjoyed golfing with his friends at Barksdale where he had two Hole-in-Ones.

After retirement, he enjoyed sitting on his back porch watching his grand children play or spending time at his country home back in the woods.

Tim was preceded in death by his father, John Joseph Lewandowski and his brother, Paul Garvis Lewandowski. Lefttocherishhismemoryarehis mother, Lela Mae Lewandowski; his wife of 43 years, Cissi Magill Lewandowski; his daughters, Julie Golden (husband, Brady); Amanda Thompson; grandchildren, Parish and Grayson Golden; Gabby and Ryan Thompson, and great-grandchild, Jayce Thompson; sister, Alice Swindle(husband, Gary), and sister-in law, Daisy Lewandowski; and several nieces and nephews.

Serving as pallbearers are John Lewandowski, Ryan Thompson, Dennis Thompson, Brady Golden, David Golden, Matthew Davis, Jonathan Simmons, and Trey Colgrove.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Christopher Snead, Cheryl Duncan PA-C, with Christus Cancer Treatment Center and Leslie French with Christus Hospice Care.

Hal Becker Bossier City, LA- Hal Becker, 88, passed from this earthly life to spend eternity in Heaven on September 06, 2020. Services to Celebrate his life began with a Visitation, between 1:30 & 2:30 PM, followed by the Funeral at 2:30 PM, each being held on September 10, 2020, at Hill Crest Funeral Home, Haughton.

Hal was born June 27, 1932 to Oscar and Violet Becker, in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. At the age of 17 he joined the United States Air Force.

Hal met the love of his life, Effie Conly, while serving at Barksdale Air Force Base. The two married on May 05, 1954 and were blessed with 66 wonderful years together.

Hal retired from the U.S.A.F. January 31, 1971 and returned to Bossier City. In February of 1971 he started working for the L.A. Highway Department. He was there until his retirement in December of 1997.

Hal loved bowling! He worked part time at Holiday Lanes in Bossier City from 1971-2003.

He competed in bowling leagues for over 70 years, meeting many new friends who would become like family and also traveling the world.

Hal joined the Sheriff ’s posse in Bossier City in 2010. He very much enjoyed his time spent with his partner, Al Orr, over the past 10 years.

He was a gentle, calm, and caring man who possessed a strong and steadfast faith in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Hal and Effie were very involved in their church home, Waller Baptist, and served God through various ways there for over 66 years.

Second on to God for Hal, was his family. He was a loving Father to four, the most precious Grandpa to 10, amazing Great Grandpa to 17 and Great-Great Grandpa to 2!

Hal is preceded in death by his parents, Oscar Becker and Violet F. Becker, granddaughter, Jennifer Huffman, and grandson, Jonathon Remedies. He survived by his loving wife, Effie, their four children, Harold Becker and wife Joann,

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SHERIFF'S SCHOLARSHIP

Benton High Schooler awarded Louisiana Sheriff’s Association Scholarship Submitted By Lt. Bill Davis

Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer

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Cameron Thomas & Sheriff Whittington

Bossier Sheriff Julian Whittington presented the academic scholarship from the Louisiana Sheriffs’ Scholarship Program for the 2020-2021 school year to a Benton High School graduate in a ceremony in the Bossier Sheriff’s Office Wednesday morning.

Cameron Thomas, 18, son of Jeff Thomas and BSO Deputy Latricia Thomas-Savage of Benton, was awarded the $500 scholarship for all of Bossier Parish. Thomas played tenor saxophone and was active in many aspects of the band program at Benton High, including the Jazz and Concert Band. He plans to attend Louisiana Tech University and major in Cyber Engineering.

The Sheriffs’ Scholarship is made possible by the Louisiana Sheriffs’ Honorary Membership Program (LSHMP). Louisiana Sheriffs provide scholarships to graduating high school students from each parish where the Sheriff is an affiliate member of the Program.

Additionally, Sheriff Whittington presented Thomas with an additional $500 scholarship that is provided by private donations for children of Bossier Sheriff’s Office deputies and staff members.

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Dep. Latricia Thomas-Savage (mother), Cameron Thomas, Sheriff Whittington, and Jeff Thomas (father).

PROMOTION

RETIREMENT

William E. Dorroh, PresiJustin Files and they reside dent and Chief Executive Ofin Mansfield. In making ficer of Community Bank of the appointment, President Louisiana announced today William E. Dorroh stated, that Casey Files had been “We are thrilled to make elected by the board of dithis announcement of Carectors as assistant cashier sey’s promotion. She’s been and branch manager of the an active member of the Logansport Office of Comcommunity and an importmunity Bank of Louisiana. ant member of our staff for Casey is a 2004 graduate of over ten years. Like many Mansfield High School and of our staff members, her a 2008 graduate of LSUS roots are in DeSoto Parish in business administration. and she knows the needs of At the bank, she has most her customers and our comCasey Files recently held the position munities. She will be a great of assisting John Russell addition to our management with consumer lending duteam!.” ties and leading numerous bank teams on Casey will assume the position of branch special projects. She is a ten year veteran of manager upon the September 30th retireCommunity Bank of Louisiana, previously ment of John Russell. held positions as assistant branch managCommunity Bank of Louisiana is a $580 er and branch manager at World Finance million community bank headquartered in and as a summer worker at International DeSoto with offices located in Sabine, CadPaper. Casey is a mother of two, Brody age do and Bossier Parishes. It is currently the two and Nolan age five, she is married to 23rd largest bank chartered in Louisiana.

William E. Dorroh, John has been known for President and Chief Exhis community involveecutive Officer of Comment as a member of the munity Bank of Louisiana Logansport Chamber of announced the retirement Commerce, the Board of of John Russell, Senior Alderman and the Town Vice President and Branch of Logansport, eleven Manager of the Loyears of service on the gansport Office. In making Board of Directors of the the announcement, DorDeSoto Regional Hospiroh congratulated John on tal, involved and served 18 years of service at Comas president of the Lomunity Bank and 31 years gansport Little League, of service in the banking Chairman of the DeSoto industry.

Parish Chapter of the LSU John Russell John is a 1972 graduAlumni Association and ate of Logansport High a Board member of the School and a 1976 graduDeSoto Parish Chamber of ate of Northwestern State University. He Commerce. He is also a member of First is also a 1997 graduate of the School of United Methodist Church of Logansport.

Banking of the South at LSU. John is married to Ninette Platt Russell John began his employment career at and he has two children, Jonathan with Russell Engineering and Surveying where wife Kimberly and grandchildren Eleanor he worked for 13 years from 1976-1989. and Harrison and Jordan with wife Julia.

He entered the banking industry in 1989 In making the announcement, President as a manager at First National Bank of Dorroh stated, “John will be working with Mansfield which transitioned into a po- the bank through September 30th and we sition at Hibernia National Bank in both invite all of his friends and customers to DeSoto and Webster Parish. In 2002, come see him before he retires. We know John became a member of the Communi- he will continue to be active around the ty Bank of Louisiana staff as branch man- bank and the community and we wish him ager of the Bert Kouns Office. He subse- the best of luck and enjoyment in his requently moved to the Logansport Office in tirement. He has been an important part 2005 and has capably managed that office of the bank and deserves the opportunity for the last 15 years. During his career to enjoy his family.”

Casey Files promoted John Russell retires

Bossier Parish Democratic Party report At a recent meeting of the Bossier Parish Democratic Party Executive Committee: The following individuals were elected to serve.

istered democrat voter in Bossier Parish, and reside in one the district that have a vacancy.

District 2- Vacant District 3- VacantRev. Lee A. "Gunny" Jeter Chair District 4- VacantMrs. Melba Walker Baker Vice Chair District 5- Vacant Ms. Shanace "Nikki" Robinson Treasurer District 6- Vacant Ms. Jassery Darby Secretary District 8- Vacant Bossier Parish Vacancies has vacancies District 9- Vacant in the following districts. Please contact At Large- Vacant Lee A. "Gunny" Jeter, Sr. at ljeter0511@ yahoo.com if you are interested in filling Rev. Lee A. "Gunny" Jeter, Sr. one of the vacancies. You must be a reg- Bossier Parish DPEC Chair.

OBITUARIES Continued from Page 7 David Becker, Deborah Eldridge and husband John, and Brenda Drinkard and husband Phillip.

Also surviving him are his grandchildren, Shawn Drinkard, Jason Drinkard, Jacquelyn Thompson, Jeffery Huffman, Jeremy Becker, Shannon Becker, David Colton Becker, and Lauren Becker. As well his great grands and greatgreat grands.

The family would like to thank the staff of the Health Care Center at Christus Highland for the care they gave him over the past month.

Also the staff at Cornerstone Specialty Hospital, with special thanks to his Nurse, Tara, and the others that accompanied him as he left this world to join his Savior in Heaven. These ladies did their job with so much compassion and we can not thank them enough.

In lieu of flowers the family is asking memorials be made in Hal Becker’s name to Waller Baptist Church in Bossier City, LA. Steven Scott Harville Bossier City, LA – Steven Scott Harville, age 26 of Bossier City, LA, passed away on Friday, Sep-

tember 4, 2020. Steven was born on March 28, 1994 in Charlotte, North Carolina to Scott Harville and Janice Leatherwood. He graduated from Parkway High School in 2012.

Participating in numerous sports throughout his life, he especially enjoyed soccer and running. In 2010, he placed 3rd individually and helped lead Parkway to victory in the LHSAA Cross Country State Championship.

Following in the footsteps of his mother and one of his sisters, Steven was pursuing a career in nursing and attending BPCC’s nursing program at the time of his death.

He will be immeasurably missed but never forgotten by his family, friends (old and new), classmates, teammates, and co-workers at Best Buy #363.

Steven will be remembered for his smile, kind heart, and ability to talk to absolutely anyone (he never met a stranger). He loved listening to music, playing Xbox, and meeting up with friends to play soccer or basketball (#HarveyBuckets).

Steven is survived by his mother, Janice Leatherwood, father, Scott Harville (Melissa), sisters, Christie Lamoureux, Kellie Harville, and Jamie Harville, his nephews, Julian Lamoureux, Dominic Cimino, and Jeremiah Harville, his nieces, Miriam LeB-

lanc and Kaliyah Harville, his beloved dogs, Barrett and Cameron, and numerous extended family, friends, and loved ones.

A memorial service took place celebrating Steven’s life on Saturday, September 12, 2020 at Broadmoor United Methodist Church in Shreveport, LA at 11:00am. Face coverings must be worn.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to AFSP Louisiana (afsp.org/ chapter/Louisiana) or the Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana. Stay up, stay positive, and keep moving forward!

Thomas Newton Williams Bossier City, LA – Thomas Newton Williams 85, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 after a brief illness. Visitation was held from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2020 at Osborn Funeral Home. Funeral services began at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2020 in Frost Chapel of First Baptist Church of Shreveport. Officiating was Dr. Jeff Raines and Rev. Ronney Joe Webb of First Baptist Church of Shreveport. Interment followed at 3:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Cemetery, West 7th St., Texarkana, TX. Mr. Williams was a native of Texarkana, Texas and a resident of Bossier City, LA for 42 years.

After graduation from Texas High School in Texarkana, TX, Tom attended the University of Texas, graduating in 1956 with a BA degree and with a USAF commission.

Reporting for active duty in 1957, he remained in service until 1979, when he took early retirement to serve as a Court Administrator for the First Judicial District Court, a position he held for twenty-two years. While on active duty, Tom obtained a Juris Doctor degree from Catholic University in Washington, DC. Originally serving as a Special Agent with the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, he later transferred to the Air Force Judge Advocate Corps.

He was serving as the 8th Air Force Staff Judge Advocate when he retired.

Tom performed a variety of administrative and legal functions with the First Judicial District Court including judging paternity and child support cases. He was a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association, the Texas State Bar Association and the Louisiana Court Administrators. He was a long-time member of First Baptist Church, Chairman of Boy Scout Troup 113, and President of the Galvez Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. He was an Eagle Scout and a member of Acacia Fraternity.

Tom loved taking transatlantic cruises, doing family genealogy, and reading Western novels.

Mr. Williams was preceded in death by his parents, James David Williams, Sr. and Louie White Williams of Texarkana, TX; and brothers, James David Williams Jr., of Texarkana, TX, and Lloyd Carmichael “Mickey” Williams, of Austin, TX. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Shela Butler Williams; three daughters, Lou-Anne Williams of Bossier City, LA, Melinda W. Luxemburg of Georgetown, TX, and Sharon Williams of Lakeway, TX; two sons, Walter David Williams of Bossier City, LA and Thomas N. Williams, Jr. of Beavercreek, OH; four grandchildren, Parker Helen Williams of Bossier City, LA and Bruce Luxemburg, of Georgetown, TX, Brittney Luxemburg of Abeline, TX, and Haley Williams of Beavercreek, OH; nephew, Ronald Williams and wife, Malinda of Houston, TX; and niece, Jena Clark and husband Buddy of Houston, TX and their families.

Pallbearers were David Brietschoph, Jerry Sparkman, Ed Carpenter, Bruce Luxemburg, J.J. Jangula, Ted Roberts, Billy Tingle, and John Johnson.

Honorary pallbearers were the members of Galvez Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, and

members of the Yes Lord Sunday School Class of First Baptist Church of Shreveport.

The family request that in lieu of flowers memorials be made to the First Baptist Church of Shreveport.

Juanita (Cook) Taylor Haughton, LA – Juanita (Cook) Taylor was born on September 21, 1943 in Rayne, LA and departed this life on September 4, 2020 in Bossier City, LA. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Wanda Faye Taylor; husband, Andrew J. Taylor, Jr.; parents Emily (Dugas) Cook and Joseph Cook; and in-laws Mr. and Mrs. Andrew J. Taylor, Sr. She is survived by three siblings, Leroy Cook, James “Fuzzy” Cook and John Cook and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, family and friends.

The family would like to thank the BAFB Protestant Community Worship, Hill Crest Memorial Park Staff, Savannah Grand of Bossier City Staff, and all the support from family and friends.

Services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2020 at Hill Crest Memorial Chapel.

Interment followed at Hill Crest Memorial Park. Visitation was held from 12:00 p.m. until service time.

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JUlIAN C. WHITTINGTON, SHERIFF P. O. Box 850 BENTON, LA 71006 PARISH OF BOSSIER 26TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT STATE OF LOUISIANA Suit No: (08) 156155

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MEllON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR REGISTERED HOlDERS OF CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-3 VS ROBERT J. STAlVEY, JR., (A/K/A ROBERT J. STAlVEY, ROBERT JACKSON STAlVEY JR., ROBERT JACKSON STAlVEY) AND lANEll K. STAlVEY, (A/K/A lANEll K. PlUNKETT)

BY VIRTUE OF A WRIT OF AMENDED SEIZURE AND SAlE ISSUED IN THE ABOVE NUMBERED AND ENTITLED CAUSE AND TO ME DIRECTED, I HAVE SEIZED AND WILL PROCEED TO SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION, TO THE LAST AND HIGHEST BIDDER, FOR CASH, WITHOUT THE BENEFIT OF APPRAISEMENT, AND ACCORDING TO LAW, AT THE PRINCIPAL FRONT DOOR OF THE COURT HOUSE, IN THE TOWN OF BENTON, LA, ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2020, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10:00 AM AND 4:00 PM, THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATED IN PARISH OF BOSSIER, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT:: lOT 27, SWAN lAKE SUBDIVISION, UNIT NO. 11, A SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF BOSSIER CITY, BOSSIER PARISH, lOUISIANA, AS PER PlAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK 450, PAGES(S) 236-237 OF THE CONVEYANCE RECORDS OF BOSSIER PARISH, lOUISIANA.

WHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF 1400 PAlMAR STREET, BOSSIER CITY, lA 71111

AND FROM THE PROCEEDS OF SAID SALE TO PAY PETITIONERS CLAIMS OF: SIXTY-TWO THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY-THREE AND 20 / 100 ($62,753.20) DOllARS, ALONG WITH INTEREST, ATTORNEY’S FEES AND ALL OTHER COSTS OF SUIT. JUlIAN C. WHITTINGTON, SHERIFF & EX-OFFICIO AUCTIONEER BOSSIER Parish ATTORNEY FOR PlAINTIFF: Penny M. Daigrepont 3510 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 600 Metairie, lA 70002 504-831-7726 August 12, 2020 September 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

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JUlIAN C. WHITTINGTON, SHERIFF P. O. Box 850 BENTON, LA 71006 PARISH OF BOSSIER 26TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT STATE OF LOUISIANA Suit No: (08) 161404

U.S. BANK NATIONAl ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MASTR ASSETBACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2007-HE1 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-HE1 VS MARIA lEONOR MONTANO MURPHY A/K/A MARIA lEONOR MONTANO A/K/A MARIA l. MONTANO A/K/A MARIA MONTANO A/K/A MARIA lEONOR MURPHY A/K/A MARIA l. MURPHY A/K/A MARIA MURPHY A/K/A MARIA MONTANO MURPHY A/K/A MARIA M. MURPHY AND THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF DAlE RICHARD MURPHY A/K/A DAlE RICHARD MURPHY A/K/A DAlE R. MURPHY A/K/A DAlE MURPHY

BY VIRTUE OF A WRIT OF AMENDED SEIZURE AND SAlE ISSUED IN THE ABOVE NUMBERED AND ENTITLED CAUSE AND TO ME DIRECTED, I HAVE SEIZED AND WILL PROCEED TO SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION, TO THE LAST AND

HIGHEST BIDDER, FOR CASH, WITHOUT THE BENEFIT OF APPRAISEMENT, AND ACCORDING TO LAW, AT THE PRINCIPAL FRONT DOOR OF THE COURT HOUSE, IN THE TOWN OF BENTON, LA, ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2020, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10:00 AM AND 4:00 PM, THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATED IN PARISH OF BOSSIER, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT::

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JUlIAN C. WHITTINGTON, SHERIFF P. O. Box 850 BENTON, LA 71006

PARISH OF BOSSIER 26TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT lOT 19, GREENACRES SUBDIVISION, STATE OF LOUISIANA UNIT NO. 7, A SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF BOSSIER CITY, BOSSIER PARISH, Suit No: (08) 161931 lOUISIANA, AS PER PlAT RECORDED IN BOOK 275, PAGE 422 AND 423 OF THE TOWD POINT MASTER FUNDING CONVEYANCE RECORDS OF BOSSIER TRUST REO, BY U.S. BANK TRUST NAPARISH, lOUISIANA. TIONAlS ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE VS AND FROM THE PROCEEDS OF SAID KEllY WAllACE SALE TO PAY PETITIONERS CLAIMS OF: ONE HUNDRED FORTY-TWO THOUSAND BY VIRTUE OF A WRIT OF SEIZURE AND FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY-FIVE AND 30 / SAlE ISSUED IN THE ABOVE NUM100 ($142,585.30) DOllARS, ALONG BERED AND ENTITLED CAUSE AND TO WITH INTEREST, ATTORNEY’S FEES AND ME DIRECTED, I HAVE SEIZED AND WILL ALL OTHER COSTS OF SUIT. PROCEED TO SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION, TO THE LAST AND HIGHEST BIDDER, JUlIAN C. WHITTINGTON, SHERIFF FOR CASH, WITH THE BENEFIT OF AP& EX-OFFICIO AUCTIONEER PRAISEMENT, AND ACCORDING TO LAW, BOSSIER Parish AT THE PRINCIPAL FRONT DOOR OF THE COURT HOUSE, IN THE TOWN OF ATTORNEY FOR PlAINTIFF: BENTON, LA, ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOCorey J. Giroir BER 28, 2020, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 13541 Tiger Bend Road 10:00 AM AND 4:00 PM, THE FOLLOWING Baton Rouge, lA 70817 DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATED IN 225-756-0373 PARISH OF BOSSIER, LOUISIANA, TOWIT:: August 12, 2020 September 16, 2020 A PORTION OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP Bossier Press-Tribune 20 NORTH, RANGE 14 WEST, BOSSIER PARISH, lOUISIANA, AS DESCRIBED FROM AN ON THE GROUND SURVEY PERFORMED BY JAMES lATSON SOUTER, P.S. NUMBER 04579 IN THE STATE OF lOUISIANA, BEING MORE PARTICUlARlY DESCRIBED AS FOlJUlIAN C. WHITTINGTON, SHERIFF lOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHP. O. Box 850 EAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13 BENTON, LA 71006 BEING A ONE INCH IRON PIPE; RUN AlONG THE EAST SECTION lINE SOUTH 0 DEGREES 13’ 11” EAST (S 0 PARISH OF BOSSIER DEGREES 13’ 11” E), A DISTANCE OF 26TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT TWO THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED STATE OF LOUISIANA TWENTY FIVE AND 99/100 FEET (2425.99’) TO A 3/4” IRON ROD BEING Suit No: (08) 161973 THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF A 62.716 ACRE TRACT OF lAND AS DESCRIBED BANK OF COUSHATTA IN INSTRUMENT NUMBER 560630 VS RECORDED IN THE lAND RECORDS OF THOMAS ROY PETERS THE ClERK OF COURT IN BOSSIER

BY VIRTUE OF A WRIT OF AMENDED PARISH, lOUISIANA COURT HOUSE; SEIZURE AND SAlE ISSUED IN THE THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 55’ 40” ABOVE NUMBERED AND ENTITLED WEST (S 89 DEGREES 55’ 40” W), A DISCAUSE AND TO ME DIRECTED, I HAVE TANCE OF ONE THOUSAND SIX HUNSEIZED AND WILL PROCEED TO SELL AT DRED EIGHT AND 23/100 FEET (1608.23’) PUBLIC AUCTION, TO THE LAST AND TO A 3/4” IRON ROD; THENCE NORTH 0 HIGHEST BIDDER, FOR CASH, WITHOUT DEGREES 13’ 11" WEST (N 0 DEGREES THE BENEFIT OF APPRAISEMENT, AND 13’ 11” W), A DISTANCE OF ONE HUNACCORDING TO LAW, AT THE PRINCIPAL DRED TWENTY FEET (120.00’) TO A 3/4” FRONT DOOR OF THE COURT HOUSE, IRON ROD; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEIN THE TOWN OF BENTON, LA, ON GREES 55’ 40” WEST (S 89 DEGREES 55’ WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2020, BE- 40” W), A DISTANCE OF FIVE HUNDRED TWEEN THE HOURS OF 10:00 AM AND SIXTY EIGHT AND 9/100 FEET (568.09’) 4:00 PM, THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TO THE POINT OF BEING A 5/8” REBAR; PROPERTY, SITUATED IN PARISH OF THENCE SOUTH 23 DEGREES 14’ 47” EAST (S 23 DEGREES 14’ 47” E), A DISBOSSIER, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT:: TANCE OF ONE HUNDRED SIXTY SIX lOT 627 OF GREENACRES PlACE, UNIT FEET (166.00’) TO A 5/8” REBAR; 8-A, A SUBDIVISION OF BOSSIER CITY, THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 55’ 40” BOSSIER PARISH, lOUISIANA, AS PER WEST (S 89 DEGREES 55’ 40” W), A DISPlAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK TANCE OF THREE HUNDRED NINETY 583, PAGE 716 OF THE CONVEYANCE THREE FEET (393.00’) TO A 5/8” REBAR RECORDS OF BOSSIER PARISH, ON THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY OF OlD BENTON PlAIN DEAlING ROAD; lOUISIANA. THENCE NORTH 23 DEGREES 08’ 00” AND FROM THE PROCEEDS OF SAID WEST (N 23 DEGREES 08’ 00” W) AlONG SALE TO PAY PETITIONERS CLAIMS OF: THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY, A DISTANCE TWO HUNDRED TEN THOUSAND TWO OF SEVENTY NINE AND 29/100 FEET HUNDRED SEVENTY AND 18 / 100 (79.29’) TO A FOUND 1” IRON PIPE; ($210,270.18) DOllARS, ALONG WITH THENCE NORTH 23 DEGREES 20’ 59” INTEREST, ATTORNEY’S FEES AND ALL WEST (N 23 DEGREES 20’ 59” W) AlONG THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY, A DISTANCE OTHER COSTS OF SUIT. OF EIGHTY SIX AND 71/100 FEET (86.71’) TO A 3/4” IRON ROD, BEING THE JUlIAN C. WHITTINGTON, SHERIFF NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE 62.716 & EX-OFFICIO AUCTIONEER ACRE TRACT DESCRIBED IN INSTRUBOSSIER Parish MENT NUMBER 560630; THENCE lEAVING SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY NORTH 89 ATTORNEY FOR PlAINTIFF: DEGREES 55’ 40” EAST (N 89 DEGREES Robert E. Bethard 55’ 40” E), A DISTANCE OF THREE HUNP.O. Drawer C DRED NINETY THREE FEET (393.00) TO Coushatta, lA 71019 THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SAID DESCRIBED TRACT CONTAINING 1.377 August 12, 2020 ACRES, MORE OR lESS. September 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune BEING THE SAME PROPERTY ACQUIRED BY DARREll SAMUEl MC NOTICE lAUGHllIN AND DIANNE BROWN MC The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 7, lAUGHlIN FROM JERRY W. CAUSEY, ET 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Al BY ACT DATED FEBRUARY 2, 1997 Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider approval of the plat of the proposed development of Duckwater Land- RECORDED IN COB 1125, FOlIO 49 OF THE OFFICIAl RECORDS OF BOSSIER ing Subdivision, Unit No. 1, located in Section 26, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. PARISH, lOUISIANA.

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Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

September 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

MANUFACTURED HOME: MAKE: 1999 PAlM HARBOR MODEl: 3276E SERIAl NUMBER: PH0514222A&B

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 PAGE 11 SALE TO PAY PETITIONERS CLAIMS OF: FIFTY-TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED FIFTEEN AND 59 / 100 ($52,515.59) DOllARS, ALONG WITH INTEREST, ATTORNEY’S FEES AND ALL OTHER COSTS OF SUIT.

JUlIAN C. WHITTINGTON, SHERIFF & EX-OFFICIO AUCTIONEER BOSSIER Parish

ATTORNEY FOR PlAINTIFF: Allison N. Beasley 8550 United Plaza Blvd., Ste. 200 Baton Rouge, lA 70809 225-924-1600

September 16, 2020 October 21, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 7, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider the application of Mr. Ryan Estess, Raley and Associates, Inc., to the Benton-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission for a zoning amendment to change the zoning classification of a certain tract of land being 33.161 acres, located in Section 6, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

August 26, 2020 September 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 16, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider approval of the application of US Wifi to the Benton-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission, for a Planning Approval for a 150’ unmanned wireless internet pole located in Sections 26 and 27, Township 20 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. (Lot 1, Cypress Creek Ranch Subdivision, Unit 1) (THIS MATTER IS BEING SCHEDULED AS A TWO-WEEK PUBLIC HEARING) Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

September 2, 9 and 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 7, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider adoption of ordinances amending Chapter 110, Section 98(a) “Subdivisions” and Chapter 43 “Emergency Services” of the Bossier Parish Code of Ordinances, Bossier Parish, Louisiana, to add “Electronic Access for Law Enforcement, Fire and Medical Responders” for gated communities and gated commercial properties.

Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

August 26, 2020 September 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 7, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider the application of Joe E. Ford, Jr., to the Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission, for a zoning amendment to change the zoning classification of a certain tract of land being 3.455 acres, more or less, located in Section 21, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA, from R-A, Residence-Agricultural District, to B-1, Business, Commercial Office District, for a proposed office complex.

Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

September 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

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7. Unit B003 Christopher Giles Items: fishing rods, clothes, boxes, three tires, air compressor, lawn mower, tools

September 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

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Registration # seX0654

i, tyrell Ladarius Hemingway, have been convicted of Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile. My address is 2498 Highway 527, elm grove, La 71051.

Race: afr amer sex: Male age: 25 Height: 5’ 08” Weight: 140 Hair Color: Black eye Color: Brown

alias: tyrell Hemmingway scars: none Marks: none Prosthesis: none Piercing: none tattoo: neck: cloud, lips, name Face: cursed R_hand: rose, stars L_hand: sharmine, cloud

if you have any comments or wish to communicate with the Bossier sheriff’s Dept., Po Box 850, Benton, La 71006, 318-965-2203

September 9 and 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

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RegistRation: #seX0678

i, Robert Duane taylor, have been convicted of Lewd or Lascivious Molestation offender over 18, Victim 12-16 yoa and False imprisonment. My address is 1735 old Benton Road, 115, Bossier City, La 71111.

Race: Caucasian sex: Male age: 72 Height: 5’ 10” Weight: 159 Hair Color: Bald eye Color: Brown

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i, Charles Michael Hollowell, have been convicted of agg sexual assault (sexually Motivated). My address is 8010 e. texas street, Bossier City, La 71111.

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BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY BENTON, LOUISIANA MINUTES August 19, 2020 www.bossierparishla.gov The Bossier Parish Police Jury met in regular and legal session on the 19th day of August, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana. The President, Mr. Jimmy Cochran, called the meeting to order.

The invocation was given by Mr. Jerome Darby, and the pledge of allegiance was led by Mr. Tom Salzer. Ms. Rachel Hauser, Parish Secretary, called the roll, with all members present as follows: Mr. Chris Marsiglia Mr. Glenn Benton Mr. Bob Brotherton Mr. Mac Plummer Mr. Jimmy Cochran Mr. Doug Rimmer Mr. Philip Rodgers Mr. Jerome Darby Mr. Charles Gray Mr. Tom Salzer Mr. John Ed Jorden Mr. Jack Skaggs *** Others present were Mr. William R. Altimus, Parish Administrator; Mr. Patrick Jackson, Parish Attorney; Mr. Joe E. “Butch” Ford, Jr., Parish Engineer; Mr. Eric Hudson, Assistant Parish Engineer; Ms. Rachel Hauser, Parish Secretary. *** Motion was made by Mr. Rimmer, seconded by Mr. Salzer, to adopt the minutes of the July 1, 2020, and July 15, 2020, regular meetings, and the July 15, 2020, Finance Committee meeting, as published.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Mr. Bobby Edmiston, Bossier Parish Assessor, stated that every four years is a reassessment year in Bossier Parish. He stated that the Assessor is tasked with reassessing all property located within that parish, except public service and use-value land fees per acre which is assessed by the Tax Commission.

Mr. Edmiston stated that during a reassessment year the Assessor’s Office is required to send a pre-notice to all citizens that own real estate in Bossier Parish. He stated that the required pre-notices were sent this past Friday and Saturday.

Mr. Edmiston stated that 2020 is a very unusual reassessment year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He stated that reassessment cannot be postponed for any reason. He further stated that La R.S. 47:1978.1 was passed when Hurricane Katrina devastated Louisiana which provides what the Assessor can do when a disaster is declared by the governor, parish governing body, or President of the United States. Mr. Edmiston stated that this year all properties were reassessed and once the values had been set and submitted to the Legislative Auditor’s Office, the Legislative Auditor’s Office provided millages for the taxing bodies to consider for adoption.

Mr. Edmiston stated that once the reassessed values were submitted based on the required reassessment for the year 2020, obsolescence was considered for all land or properties affected by the COVID-19 health crisis due to it being unknown how long the COVID-19 health crisis will continue. He stated that obsolescence was not considered for any residential properties and was only given to certain types of commercial properties.

He provided information on the types of businesses that received obsolescence and the process of obsolescence.

Mr. Edmiston stated that it is anticipated that the parish will see a slight decrease in taxes overall. He stated that the greatest loss in revenue in Bossier Parish will be revenues from the four and one-half casinos located in Bossier Parish that had to completely shut down due to the COVID-19 health crisis.

Mr. Edmiston stated that when residential properties are assessed, the land and the structure located on the land are assessed separately. He stated that home values have decreased slightly since the last reassessment and the land values have increased.

Mr. Edmiston stated that property taxes should be consistent and therefore millage rates are adjusted each year in order to keep the property taxes consistent from year to year.

There was further discussion of property tax increases and decreases in Bossier Parish. The police jury expressed appreciation to Mr. Edmiston for presenting the above information. *** Ms. Jean Horne, Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Department, requested a Quietus on the 2019 tax roll. The following recap for the period July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020, was presented for consideration: Tax Payer Column of 2019 Tax Roll $ 119,349,779.23 Adjustments (LTC’s, SHE’s, SPL’ s, etc.) <470,087.40> $ 118,879,691.83 TOTAL ADJUSTED TAX ROLL: Amount Collected and Distributed $<117,341,191.56> Protest Money Collected - not distributed $ <739,722.26> ______________ LESS: TOTAL COLLECTED: $<118,080,913.82> ============= $ 798,778.01 UNCOLLECTED: ============= The Uncollected Balance consists of: $ 2,404.72 1) Bankruptcies 2) Adjudications (tax sale properties) $ ——2) Movables, Mobile Homes, RE bankruptcy $ 796,373.29 ______________ discharged UNCOLLECTED BALANCE $ 798,778.01 99.33% of the 2019 adjusted tax roll was collected.

Tax Sale held 7/7/2020 due to COVID-19 Motion was made by Mr. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Plummer, to grant a Quietus on the 2019 tax roll.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Mr. Skip James, 119 Edwards Street, Benton, LA, was present and requested to address the police jury to discuss his property in Edwards Subdivision.

Motion was made by Mr. Benton, seconded by Mr. Rodgers, to amend the agenda to add Mr. Skip James, 119 Edwards Street, Benton, LA, as Visitor No. 3, to discuss his property located in Edwards Subdivision.

The President called for public comment. There being none, motion carried, with the following votes recorded: AYES: Mr. Benton, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Cochran, Mr. Darby, Mr. Gray, Mr. Jorden, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Plummer, Mr. Rimmer, Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Salzer, Mr. Skaggs NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None None ABSENT: *** Mr. James stated that Edwards Subdivision was developed in approximately 1979 and he built a home on Lot 9, Edwards Subdivision, in 1980. He stated that property adjacent to his property was intended for a well site, but was never brought to fruition. He further stated that an additional tract of land that is adjacent to his property is an approximate 17-acre tract of land zoned R-A. Mr. James stated that Edwards Subdivision does have subdivision covenants, but a homeowner’s association was never officially established. He stated that some residents in the subdivision have self-appointed themselves as the board of directors for the subdivision and are attempting to control all actions within subdivision.

Mr. James stated that he is trying to do an approximate $40,000.00 kitchen remodel and make other improvements to his home. He stated that he has provided all information for the improvements to his home to Code Inspection Plus, but some of the selfappointed board of directors in the subdivision have told him that based on the subdivision covenants, he is required to bury a LP tank. He further stated that the subdivision covenants do not state that a LP tank must be buried, and he is planning to install a 250gallon LP tank above ground on his property. Mr. James further stated that he does not want the self-appointed board of directors in Edwards Subdivision to hinder his plans of remodeling his home.

Mr. James stated that to his knowledge there is no parish ordinance or regulations by the Benton-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission which states that he is required to bury a LP tank. Mr. Jackson asked that Mr. James provide all information to Mr. Hudson in the parish engineering office for further review. He stated that he is unaware of any regulations which require a LP tank to be buried, but he would like for the engineering office to review this matter further.

Mr. James stated that he is also being harassed by the self-appointed board of directors about his small tractor and bushhog that is located in his back yard behind a portable building. He stated that he has used the small tractor in his yard to spread dirt.

He further stated that he is having issues with the self-appointed board of directors in Edwards Subdivision pertaining to his side-by-side that he uses around his yard, but never gets on the roadway.

Mr. James stated that it is his understanding that if a homeowner installs security cameras on their property, the security cameras are to be directed at their property and not into the property of another homeowner. He stated that a neighbor has installed a security camera that is angled to view over his 6-foot privacy fence into his back yard.

He requested that they be required to move their security camera to a location that is not directed into his back yard as this is an invasion of privacy.

Mr. Jackson stated that the parish does not have any ordinances which addresses security cameras and the parish does not enforce restrictive covenants.

Mr. James stated that his neighbor who owns a dumpster company has stored some dumpsters on the edge of the property line and the self-appointed board of directors has stated that the dumpsters are obstructing a drainage ditch which will cause his property to flood. He stated that he does not feel that the dumpsters are obstructing the drainage ditch or will cause his property to flood.

Mr. Cochran requested that Mr. James meet with Mr. Hudson to further discuss these issues. Mr. Jackson stated that the majority of these issues are pertaining to restrictive covenants and the parish does not enforce restrictive covenants. Mr. James stated that he will research a different avenue to address the security camera issue. *** Ms. Renee Hall, Friends of Cypress Black Bayou, was present and requested to address the police jury regarding the Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District.

Motion was made by Mr. Rodgers, seconded by Mr. Skaggs, to amend the agenda to add Ms. Renee Hall, Friends of Cypress Black Bayou, as Visitor No. 4, to discuss the Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District.

The President called for public comment. There being none, motion carried, with the following votes recorded: AYES: Mr. Benton, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Cochran, Mr. Darby, Mr. Gray, Mr. Jorden, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Plummer, Mr. Rimmer, Mr. Rodgers, Mr.

NAYS: ABSTAIN: ABSENT:

Salzer, Mr. Skaggs None None None

*** Ms. Hall stated that she is present today on behalf of Friends of Cypress Black Bayou. She stated that currently there are approximately 150 members in the Friends of Cypress Black Bayou and approximately 2,000 followers on Facebook. She further stated that the followers include residents of Cypress Black Bayou as well as taxpayers throughout Bossier Parish.

Ms. Hall expressed appreciation for allowing her to speak to the police jury today. She stated that the Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District Board of Commissioners (the “Board”) filed a lawsuit against her and her family even though they followed all rules and regulations as requested by the Board for construction.

She stated that her presence today is not a result of the lawsuit, but the lawsuit was filed shortly after Friends of Cypress Black Bayou was created.

Ms. Hall stated that she was present at the August 5, 2020, police jury meeting to discuss the police jury’s reappointment of Mr. Robert Berry to the Board as the policy jury’s representative. She stated that Friends of Cypress Black Bayou are requesting that the police jury ask Mr. Berry to resign. She further stated that the current rules of the Board state that if Mr. Berry resigns, the Board will make an appointment on behalf of the police jury to replace Mr. Berry.

Ms. Hall stated that the bylaws of the Board state that any vacancy in the office of the commissioner due to resignation or any other cause shall be filled by and after affirmative vote of the majority of the remaining commissioners. She stated that Friends of Cypress Black Bayou feel that the police jury should be responsible for making an appointment to represent the police jury, not the Board.

Ms. Hall stated that the Louisiana Board of Ethics requires that if the police jury requests Mr. Berry to resign as the police jury’s representative on the Board, he will also have to resign as Executive Director of Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District (the “District”). She stated that the The Code of Governmental Ethics, K. 1121- Post Employment, states that during the two-year period following the termination of public service as a board or commission member, these individuals may not contract with, be employed in any capacity by, or be appointed to any position by that board or commission.

Ms. Hall stated that the Attorney General’s Assistant advised her that while meeting with Mr. Berry, he stated that he submitted his resignation as the police jury’s appointee in 2013, but his resignation was denied.

Ms. Hall stated that Yelp reviews for Cypress Black Bayou Park have not been positive reviews. She stated that several members have advised that they will not return to the park due to how Cypress Black Bayou Park employees treated them. She further state that Cypress Black Bayou Park is a jewel in this community, and expressed concerned for how the negativity and the current ethics violation will affect use of the park.

Ms. Hall stated that the park is currently shut down and now would be the time to make needed changes and there are citizens that are willing to assist with the needed changes.

Ms. Hall stated that the news of tax millages being decreased in Bossier Parish is good news. She presented the 2020 Millage Announcement that was posted on the District’s website. She stated that the Board does not allow the public to ask questions during the Board meetings. She asked if the police jury could clarify if the notice provides that the public will not be allowed to vote on the 2020 millage rates if there is an increase.

Ms. Hall stated that she is not disgruntled due to the lawsuit against her and her family, but is concerned over the frivolous spending of taxpayer dollars on excess attorney fees and excess salaries. Ms. Hall asked if this is taxation without representation by the Board.

Mr. Jackson stated that the notice posted by the Board for the 2020 Millage Announcement is a statutory required notice. He stated that voters vote to levy a certain millage rate and that year generates so many dollars based on the millage rate approved by the voters. He further stated that when there is a reassessment, the millage rates will be adjusted in order to generate the same dollar amount, whether it being an increase or decrease in millage rates. Mr. Jackson explained the process of rolling back or rolling forward of millage rates. Ms. Hall expressed appreciation to the police jury for providing information on millage rates.

Ms. Hall asked if the police jury has made a determination on Mr. Robert Berry’s status with the Board. Mr. Jackson presented Ms. Hall with a Petition of Declaratory Judgment that was filed today by the Bossier Parish District Attorney’s Office against Mr. Robert Berry and Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District. Ms. Hall asked for clarification as to the meaning of the lawsuit. Mr. Jackson stated that the District Attorney’s Office has filed a lawsuit requesting that the court make a determination on the Attorney General’s opinion.

Mr. Jackson stated that the legal proceedings are public record, and anyone is welcome to follow its proceedings to find out the final outcome when the court makes its ruling.

Ms. Hall expressed appreciation for the information provided today. *** Mr. Samuel Thornton, a resident of Cypress Black Bayou Lake, was present and requested to address the police jury regarding the Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District.

Motion was made by Mr. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Rodgers, to amend the agenda to add Mr. Samuel Thornton, resident of Cypress Black Bayou Lake, as Visitor No. 5, to discuss the Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District.

The President called for public comment. There being none, motion carried, with the following votes recorded: Mr. Benton, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Cochran, Mr. Darby, Mr. Gray, Mr. AYES: Jorden, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Plummer, Mr. Rimmer, Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Salzer, Mr. Skaggs None NAYS: ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None *** Mr. Thornton asked who determines the amount a resident on Cypress Black Bayou Lake pays for dock fees. Mr. Jackson stated that the Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District sets those fees. Mr. Thornton stated that the District should not be allowed to charge whatever fees they wish to charge to the residents on the lake. He stated that when he worked for the park, he would measure docks and piers and the residents were charged by the square footage of the dock and pier.

Mr. Thornton stated that the fees assessed now are not based on the size of a dock or pier, and the residents are now being charged a set fee of $350.00 which is unfair to the residents. *** Ms. Alexandra Vozzella, Attorney at Law, stated that she represents Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District and requested to address the police jury.

Motion was made by Mr. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Rodgers, to amend the agenda to add Ms. Alexandra Vozzella, Attorney at Law, for Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District, as Visitor No. 6.

The President called for public comment. There being none, motion carried, with the following votes recorded: AYES: Mr. Benton, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Cochran, Mr. Darby, Mr. Gray, Mr. Jorden, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Plummer, Mr. Rimmer, Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Salzer, Mr. Skaggs NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None *** Ms. Vozzela stated that there has been quiet a bit of misinformation about Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District and the park. She expressed appreciation to Mr. Jackson for his explanation of the tax millage rates. She requested that if anyone has any questions or concerns to please reach out to a board member or her office and they will be more than happy to address any questions or concerns. *** Mr. Chuck Duncan, a resident of Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District, requested to address the police jury.

Motion was made by Mr. Rodgers, seconded by Mr. Marsiglia, to amend the agenda to add Mr. Chuck Duncan, a resident of Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District, as Visitor No. 7.

The President called for public comment. There being none, motion carried, with the following votes recorded: AYES: Mr. Benton, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Cochran, Mr. Darby, Mr. Gray, Mr. Jorden, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Plummer, Mr. Rimmer, Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Salzer, Mr. Skaggs NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None *** Mr. Duncan stated that several of the board members of the Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District Board of Commissioners are his friends.

He expressed concern that members of the Board that are being appointed to represent the District do not live on Cypress Black Bayou Lake, but are making decisions that affect those living on the lake, including expenditure of taxpayers’ monies, assorted fees, and increasing fees. He stated that these are just a few of the issues the residents of Cypress Black Bayou Lake are facing each and every day.

Mr. Duncan stated that recent changes in personnel in the District have caused several issues for the residents of Cypress Black Bayou Lake. He stated that there are issues that need to be addressed, and the residents are not allowed to address the Board. He expressed concern over the number of lawsuits that have been filed by the Board against residents living on Cypress Black Bayou Lake.

Mr. Duncan stated that he is not a member of Friends of Cypress Black Bayou. He stated that Friends of Cypress Black Bayou, as well as himself, feel that the police jury is the only entity that will allow them to present their concerns and can assist them with the ongoing issues in the District. He further stated that the problems have become so contentious that deputies are required to be present at the Board meetings.

Mr. Duncan expressed concern over the amount of taxpayers’ dollars being spent by the Board. He stated that there is rumor that the board and Executive Director are possibly going to raise land fees to approximately $1,200.00 for the residents living on the lake. He further expressed concern pertaining to the excessive salary for the Executive Director. Mr. Duncan stated that the position for Executive Director was not properly advertised when Mr. Berry was appointed, and stated that Mr. Berry has not always been a resident Bossier Parish, LA. He recommended that the board members appointed to the Board actually live on Cypress Black Bayou Lake or in the District.

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*** Mr. Bob Key, 202 Ryan Road, Benton, LA, requested to address the police jury regarding the Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District.

Motion was made by Mr. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Marsiglia, to amend the agenda to add Mr. Bob Key, 202 Ryan Road, Benton, LA, a resident of Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District, as Visitor No. 8.

The President called for public comment. There being none, motion carried, with the following votes recorded: Mr. Benton, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Cochran, Mr. Darby, Mr. Gray, Mr. AYES: Jorden, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Plummer, Mr. Rimmer, Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Salzer, Mr. Skaggs None NAYS: ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None *** Mr. Key presented a document which he stated created the Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District. He stated that the Louisiana Secretary of State subsequently created Articles addressing government rules. He further stated that his concern is that the District applied for monies through the Louisiana State Bond Commission in an amount up to $3 million and subsequently the bond commission issued approximately $2 million to the District. Mr. Key stated that the District has spent the majority of the $2 million bond.

Mr. Key stated that under the Freedom of Information Act, details on how the bond monies were spent was requested. He stated that invoices and other documents were provided by the District showing how the bond monies were spent. Mr. Key refenced the Articles prepared by the Louisiana Secretary of State pertaining to bond monies.

Mr. Key asked how the Louisiana State Bond Commission was authorized to issue bonds to the District without approval from the voters. He stated that the District is now paying back the bonds by increasing lakeside ownership fees.

Mr. Jackson stated that it appears that the bonds being referenced were issued approximately 60 years ago, and normally bonds are required to be paid back in 30 years. He stated that he will have to research these issues. Mr. Jackson stated that approximately 75 percent of the District’s budget is from taxpayers that do not live on the lake. He stated that since 1958 when the act was passed originally setting a millage rate for the District, he believes that the voters have approved millage rates approximately four time for the District since 1958.

Mr. Key stated that he does not understand how the bonds were authorized when it is strictly forbidden by the Louisiana Secretary of State. Mr. Jackson stated that the Louisiana Secretary of State does not serve in that capacity and is a ministerial officer and records documents. He stated that the legislature writes the law and the people would vote on those laws.

Mr. Key stated that the Louisiana Secretary of State wrote Articles that the District members be assigned by the various entities around the Bossier Parish area, and stated that he does not understand how the District can be violating the rules of the original Articles written by the Louisiana Secretary of State.

Mr. Jackson requested that Mr. Key schedule a time so that they can review all documents that are being presented today in order for him to be able to provide a proper answer on Mr. Key’s concerns. Mr. Key stated that he does not understand how taxation can be approved without voter approval. *** Ms. Hauser announced the public meeting to adopt property tax millage rates for the year 2020. The jury concurred that the Bossier Parish Police Jury will not roll forward its property tax millage rates for the year 2020. Ms. Hauser stated that 2020 is a reassessment year, and the rates have been adjusted based on the reassessment as submitted by the Bossier Parish Assessor’s Office. Motion was made by Mr. Rodgers, seconded by Mr. Skaggs, to adopt an ordinance levying the 2020 property tax millage rates for the General Alimony Tax, Highway Tax, Library Tax, Health Unit Tax and Corrections Facilities Tax. The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously.

ORDINANCE NO. 4782 BE IT ORDAINED by the Bossier Parish Police Jury of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana, in a public meeting held on August 19, 2020, and conducted in accordance with the open meetings law, that the following millage rates be and hereby are levied upon the dollar assessed valuation of all property subject to ad valorem taxation within said parish for the year 2020 for the purpose of raising revenue: Millage General Alimony Tax Mill Key #1026008 Outside Bossier City 2.74 mills Mill Key #1026009 Inside Bossier City 1.37 mills Highway Tax Mill Key #1026018 1.95 mills Library Tax 7.43 mills Mill Key #1026015 Health Unit Tax Mill Key #1026013 0.81 mill Corrections Facilities Tax Mill Key #1026051 3.02 mills The ordinance was offered by Mr. Rodgers, seconded by Mr. Skaggs. Upon vote, it was duly adopted on this 19th day of August, 2020.

RACHEL D. HAUSER JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT PARISH SECRETARY BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY *** Motion was made by Mr. Brotherton, seconded by Mr. Darby, to levy a user fee of $36.00 per year for the purpose of paying the costs of any and all emergency medical transportation and services in the Bossier Parish Emergency Medical Services District for the year 2020.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously.

ORDINANCE NO. 4783 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY OF A USER FEE OF $36.00 PER YEAR (MILL KEY #1026053) FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING THE COSTS OF ANY AND ALL EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION AND ALL EMERGENCY SERVICES IN THE BOSSIER PARISH EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE DISTRICT, PARISH OF BOSSIER, STATE OF LOUISIANA, FOR THE YEAR 2020, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAW. SECTION 1. BE IT ORDAINED by the Bossier Parish Police Jury, acting as the governing authority of the Bossier Parish Emergency Medical Service District, in regular and legal session on the 19th day of August, 2020, that in accordance with law, a user fee of $36.00 per year for the year 2020, shall be assessed persons owning each residential or commercial structure either occupied or unoccupied, located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the said District, each residential or commercial structure being defined as each residential or commercial unit in a structure and each housing unit within a multiple structure, and a mobile home, as defined in R. S. 9:1149.s(3), for the purpose of paying the costs of any and all emergency medical transportation and all emergency services incidental thereto, as authorized and approved at a special election held in said District on October 16, 1993.

SECTION 2. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, etc., that the proper administrative officers of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana, be and they are hereby empowered, authorized and directed to extend said user fee against assessment roll of said District for the year 2020, and to make the collection of the user fee imposed for and on behalf of said District, according to law, and that the user fee herein levied shall become a permanent lien and privilege on all property subject to said user fee as set forth by law, and the collection shall be enforceable in the manner provided by law.

The ordinance was offered by Mr. Brotherton, seconded by Mr. Darby. Upon vote, it was duly adopted on this 19th day of August, 2020.

RACHEL D. HAUSER JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT PARISH SECRETARY BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY *** Motion was made by Mr. Plummer, seconded by Mr. Skaggs, to adopt an ordinance levying an acreage tax of eight cents per acre on all forest lands and cut-over potential forest lands situated in Bossier Parish for the year 2020.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously.

ORDINANCE NO. 4784 AN ORDINANCE TO LEVY AN ACREAGE TAX (MILL KEY #1026043) OF EIGHT CENTS PER ACRE ON ALL FOREST LANDS AND CUT-OVER POTENTIAL FOREST LANDS, SITUATED IN BOSSIER PARISH, LOUISIANA, AND TO AUTHORIZE AND DIRECT THE ASSESSOR IN AND FOR BOSSIER PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO ASSESS AND EXTEND SAID TAX ON THE TAX ROLL, AND TO AUTHORIZE AND DIRECT TAX TO BE COLLECTED BY THE SHERIFF AND EX-OFFICIO TAX COLLECTOR IN AND FOR BOSSIER PARISH, LOUISIANA, AND AUTHORIZE THE EXPENDITURE OF SAID FUNDS COLLECTED, ALL ACCORDING TO LAW. SECTION 1. BE IT ORDAINED by the Police Jury of Bossier Parish in regular and legal session on the 19th day of August, 2020, that for the year 2020 there shall be levied on acreage a tax of eight cents per acre on all forest lands and cut-over potential forest lands situated in Bossier Parish, Louisiana.

SECTION 2. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, etc., that this acreage tax shall be assessed and extended on the tax roll of Bossier Parish, Louisiana, by the Parish Assessor in the same manner as the assessment and extension on the tax rolls of the other taxes.

SECTION 3. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, etc., that said acreage tax shall be collected by the Sheriff and Ex-Officio Tax Collector of Bossier Parish, Louisiana, in the same manner as other parish taxes and when so collected shall be remitted to the Department of the Government having jurisdiction over the practice of forestry for deposit into the State Forestry Fund.

SECTION 4. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, etc., that said acreage tax shall be collected and deposited all in accordance with the law.

The ordinance was offered by Mr. Plummer, seconded by Mr. Skaggs. Upon vote, it was duly adopted on this 19th day of August, 2020.

RACHEL D. HAUSER JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT PARISH SECRETARY BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY *** Ms. Hauser announced the public hearing to consider abandonment of a 60foot street right-of-way located between Lots 32 and 33, South Haughton Estates Subdivision, in Section 35, Township 18 North, Range 11 West, Bossier Parish, LA. Mr. Hudson stated that the property owner of Lots 32 and 33, South Haughton Estates Subdivision, is requesting that a 60-foot right-of-way located between the two lots be abandoned. He stated that the roadway that was planned in the 60-foot right-of-way was never built. He further stated that a road for this subdivision was built in a different location which has been tacitly dedicated to the parish.

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Mr. Hudson stated that this matter has been reviewed by the engineering department and it is requested that if approved, the landowner be required to dedicate a portion of the existing tacitly dedicated road located on Lot 32 to the parish. There was additional discussion pertaining to this request.

Mr. Tom Poore, owner of Lots 32 and 33, and portions of Lots 28 through 31, stated that he purchased the lots in 1984. Mr. Ford stated that Mr. Poore also purchased the roadway, Hickory Nut Lane, that runs through Lots 28, 29, 30, 31, and 32. He stated that Hickory Nut Lane is a 20-foot wide paved roadway and has been accepted into the parish road system.

Mr. Jackson stated that if Mr. Poore is willing to dedicate the roadway to the parish there will be no legal issue. Mr. Poore stated that he agrees to dedicate the needed a portion of the existing tacitly dedicated road to the parish.

After further discussion, motion was made by Mr. Benton, seconded by Mr. Brotherton, to table the public hearing to consider abandonment of a 60-foot street right-of-way located between Lots 32 and 33, South Haughton Estates Subdivision, in Section 35, Township 18 North, Range 11 West, Bossier Parish, LA, to be considered at the September 16, 2020, regular meeting.

Votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Ms. Hauser announced the public hearing to consider approval of the Minor Plat for Brent Green, located in Section 32, Township 18 North, Range 11 West, Bossier Parish, LA. Mr. Hudson stated that the proposed minor plat subdivides a one-acre tract of land from the 40-acre tract of land with a 30-foot ingress/egress from Arkla Plant Road for access to the one-acre tract of land. He stated that it is understood that the parish will never maintain the 30-foot ingress/egress to the one-acre tract of land. He further stated that the property owners have agreed to dedicate the portion of Arkla Plant Road which runs through their property to the parish.

There being no objection, motion was made by Mr. Brotherton, seconded

by Mr. Jorden, to approve the Minor Plat for Brent Green, located in Section 32, Township 18 North, Range 11 West, Bossier Parish, LA, with the understanding that the Bossier Parish Police Jury will never maintain the 30-foot ingress/egress to the oneacre tract of land, and the property owners agree to dedicate the portion of Arkla Plant Road which runs through their property to the parish.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Ms. Hauser announced the public hearing to consider approval of the Minor Plat for Bob Cunningham, located in Section 6, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. Mr. Hudson stated that the Benton Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission has approved the proposed plat. He stated that the proposed plat subdivides a 1.417-acre tract of land from a larger tract in order to sell the 1.417-acre tract of land to Believers Assemblies of God church. He further stated that the church will have access to the 1.417acre tract of land from their existing property off Highway 3.

There being no objection, motion was made by Mr. Rodgers, seconded

by Mr. Skaggs, to approve the Minor Plat for Bob Cunningham, located in Section 6, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Motion was made by Mr. Rodgers, seconded by Mr. Skaggs, to schedule a public hearing on September 16, 2020, to consider approval of the plat of the proposed development of Fairburn Subdivision, Unit No. 4A, a resubdivision of Lots 1 and 2, Fairburn Subdivision, Unit No. 4, located in Section 17, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. This matter is being scheduled as a 28-day public hearing.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Motion was made by Mr. Rodgers, seconded by Mr. Skaggs, to schedule a public hearing on October 7, 2020, to consider the application of Mr. Ryan Estess, Raley and Associates, Inc., to the Benton-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission for a zoning amendment to change the zoning classification of a certain tract of land being 33.161 acres, located in Section 6, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA, from R-A, Residence-Agricultural District, to B-1, Transition Business District, for a proposed North Bossier Corporate Park.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Mr. Glenn Benton, Chairman of the Road/Subdivision Regulations Committee, reported on a meeting of that committee. Committee members attending the Road/Subdivision Regulations Committee meeting were Mr. Benton, Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Jorden, Mr. Rimmer, and Mr. Plummer. Mr. Jackson, Mr. Mark Coutee, Ms. Julie Gill, Ms. Carlotta Askew-Brown, Mr. Sam Marsiglia, and Mr. Salzer were also present.

Mr. Ford stated that the committee discussed leasing a lot in Forest Hills Subdivision, Unit No. 9, to the homeowner’s association for a park. He stated that this matter will be further discussed.

Mr. Ford stated that the committee discussed the prohibition of resubdividing previously platted and approved subdivision lots after lots have been sold and developed.

He stated that this matter will be further reviewed, and a recommendation will be made at a later date.

Mr. Ford stated that the committee discussed requests for Consolidated Waterworks/Sewerage District No. 1 of the Parish of Bossier sewer service in areas that the parish currently does not have the capability to service at this time. He stated that a proposal will be requested for costs associated with the extension of sewer services to the requested areas in Bossier Parish. He further stated that the Department of Environmental Quality has available low-interest funding that can be used for the extension of sewer service. Mr. Ford stated that he will present a proposal to the police jurors at a later date.

Mr. Ford stated that the committee discussed the Smith Road Bridge over Red Chute Bayou in southern Bossier Parish. He stated that the Smith Road Bridge is in need of replacement and he will present a proposal to the police jurors for consideration at a later date. He further stated that funds for replacement of the Smith Road Bridge will be budgeted for 2021. *** Motion was made by Mr. Benton, seconded by Mr. Marsiglia, to schedule a public hearing on October 7, 2020, to consider adoption of ordinances amending Chapter 110, Section 98(a) “Subdivisions” and Chapter 42 “Emergency Services” of the Bossier Parish Code of Ordinances, Bossier Parish, Louisiana, to add “Electronic Access for Law Enforcement, Fire, and Medical Responders” for gated communities and gated commercial premises.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously.

Mr. Jackson stated that the police jury will need to determine a time in which existing gates will need to be updated to comply with new parish regulations for electronic access. Mr. Benton recommended that subdivisions with existing electronic gates be allowed one year from the date of adoption of the ordinance to comply with the new electronic gate parish regulations. *** Motion was made by Mr. Benton, seconded by Mr. Rimmer, to approve Change Order No. 5 for FY 2018 LCDBG Sewer System Improvements - Oak Hill Mobile Home Park project, and to authorize execution of documents. Said Change Order results in an increase in the amount of $17,843.14. It has been approved by the Office of Community Development.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously.

RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED by the Bossier Parish Police Jury in regular and legal session on this 19th day of August, 2020, that it does hereby approve Change Order No. 5 for FY 2018 LCDBG Sewer System Improvements - Oak Hill Mobile Home Park project.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that William R. Altimus, Parish Administrator, or Jimmy Cochran, President, is hereby authorized to execute said Change Order No. 5.

The resolution was offered by Mr. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Rodgers, Upon unanimous vote, it was duly adopted on this 19th day of August, 2020.

RACHEL D. HAUSER JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT PARISH SECRETARY BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY *** Mr. Jackson stated that earlier today the Road/Subdivision Regulations Committee discussed the prohibition of resubdividing previously platted and approved subdivision lots after lots have been sold and developed. He stated that the committee has requested that proposed options to address this matter be presented to the committee for consideration.

Motion was made by Mr. Jorden, seconded by Mr. Marsiglia, to table discussion of the prohibition of resubdividing previously platted and approved subdivision lots after lots have been sold and developed, to be considered at the September 2, 2020, regular meeting.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Motion was made by Mr. Rimmer, seconded by Mr. Jorden, to adopt a resolution authorizing the Bossier Parish Police Jury to prepare and submit an application to the Statewide Flood Control Program for assistance in the implementation of a project, Espanita Drainage Improvements Project, for the purpose of reducing existing flood damages; providing for the necessary documentation of said flood damage; and providing for other related matters in connection therewith.

The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously.

RESOLUTION A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY TO PREPARE AND SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO THE STATEWIDE FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAM FOR ASSISTANCE IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A PROJECT FOR THE PURPOSE OF REDUCING EXISTING FLOOD DAMAGES; PROVIDING FOR THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION OF SAID FLOOD DAMAGES; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER RELATED MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. WHEREAS, Espanita Subdivision has been adversely affected by damages from flood waters; and WHEREAS, the Bossier Parish Police Jury desires to apply for State matching funds pursuant to L.A. R.S. 38:90.1 et. seq., as amended, to implement a project to reduce said flood damages, and that the Bossier Parish Police Jury is fully aware of its obligations under said Statute; and WHEREAS, the Bossier Parish Police Jury is a political body duly organized

and existing under the laws of the State of Louisiana and is eligible to apply for funds under said Statute.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Bossier Parish Police Jury as follows: Section 1. That the Bossier Parish Police Jury acknowledges that upon approval, the application will be prepared and submitted to the Statewide Flood Control Program.

Section 2. That at the appropriate time and upon approval of funding assistance and prior to commencement of work on the project, the Bossier Parish Police Jury agrees to execute a Statement of Sponsorship pursuant to said Statute.

Section 3. That William R. Altimus, Parish Administrator, is hereby designated Authorized Representative for the Bossier Parish Police Jury to effect the preparation of the application and application to the Statewide Flood Control Program for funding assistance of a flood control project.

Section 4. That said Authorized Representative’s responsibilities shall pertain to technical matters only and shall not include any official act on behalf of the Bossier Parish Police Jury.

The resolution was offered by Mr. Rimmer, seconded by Mr. Jorden. Upon unanimous vote, it was duly adopted on this 19th day of August, 2020.

JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT RACHEL D. HAUSER PARISH SECRETARY BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY *** Mr. Altimus provided an update on the East/West Corridor Project. He stated that parish funds spent for engineering and right-of-way acquisition on the East/West Corridor Project will go towards credits for the parish’s 20 percent match to be used for future federal funding obtained for the project. He stated that the parish can now move forward with design and acquisition of right-of-way for the East/West Corridor Project. He further stated that it is planned that the project will be done in phases.

Mr. Altimus stated that it is anticipated that some landowners will donate property for the East/West Corridor Project. *** Mr. Ford presented a slide presentation of aerials of several parish projects, and provided an update on each project. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on Project No. 2020-102, Airline Drive Overlay–Parish Limits to Kingston Road. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on the Swan Lake Road Realignment at Flat River project on Swan Lake Road at Legacy Elementary School. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on Project No. 2020-101, Glendale Lane Street Improvements (Phase II). *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on Project No. 2019-132, West Linton Road Extension to Fairburn Avenue. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on the Linton Road Bridge over Flat River project. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on Caplis Sligo Road Bridge over Flat River project. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on the Black Bayou Bridge over Black Bayou. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on Palmetto Road Turn Lanes for WillisKnighton project. *** Mr. Hudson stated that the new tank has been installed and functioning for Consolidated Waterworks/Sewerage District No. 1 of the Parish of Bossier. He stated that the old tank will be removed in the near future. *** Mr. Hudson introduced Mr. Henry Belt who will be working as an intern in the engineering department. He stated that Mr. Belt is a graduate of LSU. *** Mr. Hudson requested that the agenda be amended to schedule a public hearing on September 16, 2020, to consider approval of the plat of the proposed development of Wemple Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 2, being a resubdivision of Lots 3 and 4, Wemple Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 1, located in Section 34, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. This matter is being scheduled as a 28-day public hearing.

Motion was made by Mr. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Rodgers, to amend the agenda to schedule a public hearing on September 16, 2020, to consider approval of the plat of the proposed development of Wemple Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 2, being a resubdivision of Lots 3 and 4, Wemple Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 1, located in Section 34, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. This matter is being scheduled as a 28-day public hearing.

The President called for public comment. There being none, motion carried with the following votes recorded: Mr. Benton, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Cochran, Mr. Darby, Mr. Gray, Mr. AYES: Jorden, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Plummer, Mr. Rimmer, Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Salzer, Mr. Skaggs None NAYS: ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None *** Motion was made by Mr. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Plummer, to schedule a public hearing on September 16, 2020, to consider approval of the plat of the proposed development of Wemple Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 2, being a resubdivision of Lots 3 and 4, Wemple Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 1, located in Section 34, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on improvements to a curve on Linton Cutoff Road. *** Mr. Mark Coutee, Public Works Director, presented an update on activities of the highway department and on several road projects in the parish. *** Mr. Warren Saucier, Parks and Recreation Director, presented an update on activities at parks throughout Bossier Parish. *** Finance Committee Meeting – August 19, 2020, 1:30 p.m.

The Finance Committee of the Bossier Parish Police Jury met on this 19th day of August, 2020, at 1:30 p.m., in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, with all members present. *** Ms. Lynn Bryan, Keep Bossier Beautiful, expressed appreciation to the police jury for allowing her the opportunity to provide the police jury with an update on the Keep Bossier Beautiful campaign.

Ms. Bryan stated that the Bossier Parish Community Appearance Index for Bossier Parish is now complete which serves as a tool wherein Keep Bossier Beautiful can guide their resources and work.

Ms. Bryan stated that Keep America Beautiful created the Community Litter Index and Keep Bossier Beautiful is an affiliate with Keep America Beautiful. She stated that Keep America Beautiful has requested that all affiliates use the same model in which to measure litter. She further stated that the Community Litter Index is a statistical random sample of sites located throughout Bossier Parish and uses a rating process of 1 through 4 with 4 being the most litter and 1 being no litter.

Ms. Bryan stated that the overall rating on the Community Litter Index for Bossier Parish is 1.8. She stated that there is work to be done in Bossier Parish to decrease the 1.8 rate. She presented a map which shows areas with the highest litter index rate in Bossier Parish which is the northern and southern portions of Bossier Parish. She stated that central Bossier Parish’s litter index rate fluctuates between 1.4 and 1.5.

Ms. Bryan stated that it is assumed that the cause of northern and southern Bossier Parish having the higher index rate is due to illegal dumping and no affordable trash pick-up service provided for the residences in those areas.

Ms. Bryan stated that their goal is for Bossier Parish’s litter index rate to be decreased from 1.8 to 1.5 by next year. She stated that Keep Bossier Beautiful would like to work with Mr. Jorden and Mr. Brotherton to address the litter issues in their districts by creating teams to clean up the litter, and discuss other ways to address the litter issues in their districts.

Ms. Bryan presented a PowerPoint presentation to the police jurors. She recognized volunteers that are assisting Keep Bossier Beautiful. She stated that activities and events can now be planned for next year and stated that being data driven is important.

Ms. Bryan stated that Keep Bossier Beautiful has applied for two grants and has been awarded one of the grants. She stated that the grant received is from Keep Louisiana Beautiful is for cigarette butt litter prevention. She stated that there are 41 Keep Louisiana Beautiful affiliates in Louisiana and out of the 41 affiliates, 38 letters of request were submitted. She further stated that 16 affiliates were invited to write a grant and 7 affiliates were selected including Keep Bossier Beautiful.

Ms. Bryan stated that Keep Bossier Beautiful was created approximately 35 years ago and they are working to update their bylaws due to the bylaws not being updated for many years. She provided additional information as to how Keep Bossier Beautiful plans to proceed.

Ms. Bryan provided a report on activities of Keep Bossier Beautiful and information on future events.

Mr. Salzer asked if there has been any contact with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to discuss cleaning bridges and overpasses. Ms. Bryan stated that cleaning bridges and overpasses is out of the realm of what volunteers for Keep Bossier Beautiful can do due to safety reasons.

Mr. Salzer asked that information be obtained from the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office showing how many litter citations have been issued.

Mr. Darby recommended that Ms. Bryan contact the Ware Youth Center for possible volunteers for picking up trash.

Appreciation was extended to Ms. Bryan and Keep Bossier Beautiful for their work in Bossier Parish. *** Motion was made by Mr. Benton, seconded by Mr. Rimmer, to approve payment of accounts payable invoices for the month of July, 2020.

The Chairman called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously.

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*** Mr. Salzer requested that the agenda be amended to consider an expenditure of additional funds from the Capital Improvements Fund for Project No. 2019-115, Bossier Maximum-Security Jail Touchscreen Locking Control & Camera System Replacement, due to the bids received on August 18, 2020, being approximately $230,000.00 over budget.

Motion was made by Mr. Salzer, seconded by Mr. Rimmer, to amend the agenda to consider authorizing the expenditure of additional funds from the Capital Improvements Fund in the amount of $230,000.00, over and above the budgeted amount for Project No. 2019-115, Bossier Maximum-Security Jail Touchscreen Locking Control & Camera System Replacement.

The Chairman called for public comment. There being none, motion carried with the following votes recorded: AYES: Mr. Benton, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Cochran, Mr. Darby, Mr. Gray, Mr. Jorden, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Plummer, Mr. Rimmer, Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Salzer, Mr. Skaggs NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None *** Mr. Jim Firth, Purchasing Agent, stated that bids were received on August 18, 2020, for Project No. 2019-115, Bossier Maximum-Security Jail Touchscreen Locking Control & Camera System Replacement. He stated that the budgeted amount for the project is $1 million, but the lowest bid received on August 18, 2020, was $1.235 million. He requested that the police jury authorize the expenditure of additional funds from the Capital Improvements Fund in the amount of $230,000.00, over and above the budgeted amount for Project No. 2019-115, Bossier Maximum-Security Jail Touchscreen Locking Control & Camera System Replacement.

Mr. Skaggs asked if the additional funds needed will be included in this year’s budget. Mr. Firth stated that $1 million has been budgeted for 2020, and the additional funds needed can be budgeted for 2021.

Motion was made by Mr. Cochran, seconded by Mr. Marsiglia, to authorize an expenditure of additional funds from the Capital Improvements Fund in the amount of $230,000.00, over and above the budgeted amount for Project No. 2019115, Bossier Maximum-Security Jail Touchscreen Locking Control & Camera System Replacement.

The Chairman called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously.

Mr. Rimmer stated that Project No. 2019-115, Bossier Maximum-Security Jail Touchscreen Locking Control & Camera System Replacement, was underbudgeted due to the need for all cables to be replaced and low estimations of costs. *** The Finance Committee meeting was adjourned by the Chairman. *** There being no further business to come before the Bossier Parish Police Jury in regular and legal session on this 19th day of August, 2020, the meeting was adjourned by the President at 3:50 p.m.

JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT RACHEL D. HAUSER PARISH SECRETARY BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY

September 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

Regular Session of the Bossier Parish School Board 6:00 PM Thursday, August 6, 2020

Members present Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

Members absent Sandra Darby, Kenneth Wiggins

Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM

1. Opening Items 1.01 Prayer & Pledge of Allegiance The prayer was offered by Pastor Phillip Deas, Northpoint Community Church. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Adam Bass, district 5 board member.

1.02 Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Session of the Board for July 16, 2020 A motion was made to approve the Minutes of the Regular Session of the Board for July 16, 2020 as printed.

Motion by Shane Cheatham, second by Billie Jo Brotherton Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

1.03 Approval of the Minutes of the Special Session of the Board for July 28, 2020 A motion was made to approve the Minutes of the Special Session of the Board for July 28, 2020 as printed.

Motion by Eric Newman, second by Adam Bass Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

1.04 Approval of the Agenda for the Regular Session of the Board for August 6, 2020 A motion was made to approve the agenda for the Regular Session of the Bossier Parish School Board for August 6, 2020 as presented.

Motion by Billie Jo Brotherton, second by Duane Deen Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith 2. Recognitions/Presentations 2.01 Recognition: Newly Appointed Administrators (Presented by Mitch Downey, Superintendent) Newly Appointed Administrators Shelly Bihm - Bellaire Elementary Assistant Principal Ashley Sanchez - Apollo Elementary Assistant Principal Steven Vrbka - Parkway High Assistant Principal Jeremiah Williams - Parkway High Principal

2.02 Recognition: BPS “Good News!” (Presented by Sonja Bailes, Public Relations Liaison) Dawn Vaughan was named our Gold Star winner for the month of March.

April’s Gold Star winner was Ruth Hill 3. Requests/Updates/Reports 3.01 Request: Add item to the agenda A motion was made to add item 3.04 Permission to advertise budget for 2020-2021 school year to the agenda.

Motion by Glen Bullard, second by Adam Bass Final Resolution: Motion Carries (Unanimous vote required) Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

3.02 Request: Approval of the 2020-2021 BPSB Program of Professional Personnel Evaluation- PPPE (Presented by Sherri Pool, Director of Human Resources) A motion was made to approve the 2020-2021 BPSB Program of Professional Personnel Evaluation (PPPE) as presented.

Motion by Eric Newman, second by Duane Deen Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

3.03 Request: Proposal of mandated 10 cent meal price increase for School Year 20202021 (Presented by Karla Horton, Supervisor of Child Nutrition) A motion was made to approve proposal of mandated 10 cent meal price increase for School Year 2020-2021.

Motion by Adam Bass, second by Billie Jo Brotherton Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith 3.04 Request: Permission to advertise budget for 2020-2021 school year (Presented by Nicia Bamburg, Chief Financial Officer) President Bamburg asked if there were any public comments and there were none.

A motion was made to give permission to advertise budget for 2020-2021 school year.

Motion by Glen Bullard, second by Kent L Bockhaus Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

3.05 Request: Approval of final revised budget for 2019-2020 (Presented by Nicia Bamburg, Chief Financial Officer) A motion was made to approve final revised budget for 2019-2020.

Motion by Tammy A Smith, second by Eric Newman Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

3.06 Request: Consideration of application to Bond Commission for approval of bond refunds (Presented by Nicia Bamburg, Chief Financial Officer)

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

A motion was made to adopt a resolution to approve application to Bond Commission for approval of bond refunds.

Motion by Adam Bass, second by Shane Cheatham Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

The following resolution was offered by Adam Bass and seconded by Shane Cheatham: RESOLUTION

In our engagement as bond counsel, we will: *

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A resolution making application to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to issue, sell and deliver not exceeding $60,000,000 of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds of Parishwide School District of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana; providing for the employment of professionals; and providing for other matters in connection therewith.

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BE IT RESOLvED by the Parish School Board of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of Parishwide School District of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana (the “Issuer”), that:

SECTION 1. Preliminary Approval of Refunding Bonds. Preliminary approval is given to the issuance of not exceeding $60,000,000 aggregate principal amount of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds of the Issuer (the “Refunding Bonds”), in one or more series, on a taxable or tax-exempt basis, all in the manner provided for by Part II of Chapter 4 of Subtitle II of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, for the purpose of refunding all or a portion of the Issuer’s outstanding (i) General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2012, (ii) General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2013, and (iii) General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2014 (collectively, the “Refunded Bonds”) and paying the costs of issuance of the Refunding Bonds, which Refunding Bonds shall be payable from and secured by unlimited ad valorem taxes now being levied and collected annually in excess of all other taxes on all the property subject to taxation within the territorial limits of the Issuer. The Refunding Bonds will bear interest at a rate or rates not exceeding five percent (5%) per annum and shall mature no later than March 1, 2034. The Refunding Bonds shall be issued in fully registered form and shall have such additional terms and provisions as may be determined by this Governing Authority.

SECTION 2. State Bond Commission. Application is hereby made to the State Bond Commission, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for approval of the issuance and sale of the Refunding Bonds and for consent and authority to proceed with the issuance and sale of the Refunding Bonds as provided above, and Bond Counsel is directed to make application to the State Bond Commission in accordance with the foregoing on behalf of the Issuer.

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Confer with members of the working group, including you and other officials of the Issuer, relating to the Project and review legal issues relating to the structure of the Bond issue; Prepare the Bond Resolution and all related financing documents (collectively, the “Bond Documents”);

Attend meetings of the Governing Authority at which the Bond Documents are adopted;

Prepare the application for approval of the issuance of the Bonds by the State Bond Commission and attend the State Bond Commission meeting at which such approval will be considered;

Prepare the closing index and various closing certificates, including the Tax Compliance Certificate, if required, and supervise the execution of certain closing documents by the various parties thereto;

Prepare and file Internal Revenue Service Form 8038-G, as required

by Federal law;

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Prepare the Bonds and supervise their execution and authentication;

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Submit applicable post-closing reports to the State Bond Commission.

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Prepare complete transcripts of record covering the issuance of the Bonds and furnishing the transcripts to various parties in connection therewith; and

Our fee as bond counsel is based upon the terms, structure, size and schedule of the financing, the services provided, and the responsibilities assumed; however, our fee will not exceed that permitted by guidelines set forth by the Attorney General of the State of Louisiana and is subject to his approval. Our fee as bond counsel is a “contingent fee,” meaning you are required to pay for our legal services only in the event the Bonds are actually sold and delivered. Other vendors or members of the working group may charge additional fees or costs for their services.

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neth Wiggins, Chairperson)

August 6, 2020 / 5:00 PM / Bossier Instructional Center Date/Time/Location: Present Also in Attendance Committee Members Kenneth Wiggins, Chairperson Adam Bass x Shane Cheatham Kent Bockhaus Billie Jo Brotherton x Eric Newman Glen Bullard x Sandra “Samm” Darby Duane Deen x J.W. Slack x Ex-Officio Members: Dennis Bamburg, President x Tammy Smith, Vice-President x

3.11 Item 1 of the Administrative Committee Meeting: The committee recommends the BPSB approve revised BPSB policy DFD Tax and Bond Elections and Sales as recommended by Forethought Consulting.

Out of committee, no motion required Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

3.12 Item 2 of the Administrative Committee Meeting: The committee recommends the BPSB approved revised BPSB policy KF Use of School Facilities as recommended by counsel.

Out of committee, no motion required Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

3.13 Item 3 of the Administrative Committee Meeting: The committee recommends the BPSB approve revision of BPSB policies DJD Expense Reimbursement; GAAA Equal Employment Opportunity; GAE Non-Title IX Grievance Procedures for Employees, Students and parents/Guardians; GAEAA Title VII Sexual and Gender Harassment; GAMC Investigations; GBAA Compensation Guidelines/Overtime; GBRC Staff Schedules; JCEA Sexually Related Students Misconduct; KFA Public Conduct on School Property as recommended by Forethought Consulting and/or counsel.

In addition to our services provided as bond counsel, you have requested that we prepare an official statement with respect to the sale of the Bonds in coordination with the working Out of committee, no motion required group. The costs associated with the preparation of the official statement will be invoiced Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, separately from our fee as bond counsel as approved by the State Bond Commission.

Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith

We will continue to serve as bond counsel until the delivery of the Bonds; however, the Is3.14 Item 4 of the Administrative Committee Meeting: The committee recommends the suer and our firm each have the right to terminate this engagement at any time after proBPSB adopt new BPSB policies JAAA Title IX Sexual Harassment and EBBI COVID-19 viding reasonable advanced written notice, subject to the applicable rules of professional By virtue of applicant/issuer’s application for, acceptance and utilization of Public Health Emergency as recommend by Forethought Consulting and/or counsel. responsibility.

Upon conclusion or termination of our representation of the Issuer, papers the benefits of the Louisiana State Bond Commission’s approval(s) resolved and set forth herein, it resolves that it understands and agrees that such approval(s) are expressly con- and property furnished by the Issuer will be returned promptly upon request.

Out of committee, no motion required ditioned upon, and it further resolves that it understands, agrees and binds itself, its sucFinal Resolution: Motion Carries cessors and assigns to, full and continuing compliance with the “State Bond Commission Please note that we are not municipal advisors, and we do not render financial advice or Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Policy on Approval of Proposed Use of Swaps, or other forms of Derivative Products other financial services to the Issuer; however, in the course of providing traditional legal Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith Hedges, Etc.”, adopted by the Commission on July 20, 2006, as to the borrowing(s) and services, we may provide factual information to the Issuer that is not specifically tailored to other matter(s) subject to the approval(s), including subsequent application and approval the Bonds or that does not rise to the level of a recommendation concerning a course of 4. Announcements/Superintendent’s Comments under said Policy of the implementation or use of any swap(s) or other product(s) or en- action. We will, however, analyze and advise the Issuer regarding the legal ramifications 4.01 Announcements/Superintendent’s Comments of the structure, timing, terms and other provisions of the Bonds, as these functions are hancement(s) covered thereby. * The first day of school for teachers is August 14, 2020. essential to developing a plan of finance. * The first day of school for students grades 1-12 is August 20, 2020. * Next regular session of the board is scheduled for 6:00 PM, August 20 at BIC. SECTION 3. Employment of Bond Counsel. This Governing Authority finds and determines that a real necessity exists for the employment of special counsel in On behalf of the Issuer, you have represented to us that in connection with the issuance of connection with the issuance of the Refunding Bonds, and accordingly, Foley & Judell, the Bonds the Issuer is represented by, and with respect to financial matters will rely on 5. Adjournment L.L.P., of New Orleans, Louisiana, as Bond Counsel, is hereby employed to do and perform the advice of, Government Consultants, Inc., a registered municipal advisor under the rules 5.01 Adjournment of the Regular Session of the Board work of a traditional legal nature as bond counsel with respect to the issuance and sale of promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission. By obtaining such A motion was made to adjourn the regular session of the Bossier Parish School Board said Refunding Bonds. Said Bond Counsel shall prepare and submit to this Governing Au- representation from you, our firm is not a municipal advisor and is not subject to the for August 6, 2020. thority for adoption all of the proceedings incidental to the authorization, issuance, sale and fiduciary duty established in Section 15B(c)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as Motion by J W Slack, second by Glen Bullard delivery of such Refunding Bonds, shall counsel and advise this Governing Authority as to amended.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries the issuance and sale thereof and shall furnish its opinions covering the legality of the issuance of the Refunding Bonds. The fee of Bond Counsel for the Refunding Bonds shall Applicable ethical rules in Louisiana prohibit us from undertaking this representation if we Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, be fixed at a sum not exceeding the fee allowed by the Attorney General’s fee guidelines represent another party that is directly adverse to the Issuer or if there is a significant risk Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith for such bond counsel work in connection with the issuance of revenue bonds and based that other considerations will materially limit our representation of the Issuer. As you are on the total amount of said Refunding Bonds actually issued, sold, delivered and paid for, aware, our firm represents the State of Louisiana and many other political subdivisions, plus “out-of-pocket” expenses, said fees to be contingent upon the issuance, sale and de- including others in Bossier Parish. At this time, we do not believe any other current or past /s/Dennis Bamburg

/s/Mitch Downey

livery of said Refunding Bonds. The President is hereby authorized and directed to exe- engagement of our firm adversely affects our ability to represent the Issuer as provided in Dennis Bamburg, President Mitch Downey, Secretary cute, and this Governing Authority hereby agrees to and accepts the terms of, the this letter; however, we invite you to discuss any concerns you have with us. engagement letter of Bond Counsel appended hereto. A certified copy of this resolution shall be submitted to the Attorney General of the State of Louisiana for his written approval In the interest of facilitating our services to you, we may (i) send documents, information September 16, 2020 of said employment and of the fees herein designated, and the Secretary is hereby em- or data electronically or via the Internet or (ii) store electronic documents or data via com- Bossier Press-Tribune powered and directed to provide for payment of the work herein specified upon completion puter software applications hosted remotely or utilize cloud-based storage. Confidential thereof and under the conditions herein enumerated without further approval of this Gov- electronic documents or data of the Issuer may be transmitted or stored using these methNOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION erning Authority. ods. We may use third party service providers to store or transmit these documents or SECTION 4. Appointment of Municipal Advisor. The Issuer hereby retains Government Consultants, Inc., of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to act as its Municipal Advisor (“MA”) pursuant to the provisions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and the rules promulgated thereunder by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Issuer hereby acknowledges that it is represented by the MA and will rely upon the advice of the MA with respect to the Refunding Bonds. The fee to be paid the MA shall be payable solely from the proceeds of the Refunding Bonds when and if issued, and the amount thereof shall be subject to the approval of the State Bond Commission. The President is hereby authorized and directed, in his discretion, to execute any contract the MA may require with respect to the engagement.

data. In using these electronic communication and storage methods, we employ reasonable efforts to keep such communications, documents and data secure in accordance with our obligations under applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards; however, the Issuer recognizes and accepts that we have no control over the unauthorized interception or breach of any communications, documents or data once it has been transmitted or if it has been subject to unauthorized access while stored, notwithstanding all reasonable security measures employed by us or by our third party service providers. By acceptance of this letter, the Issuer consents to our use of these electronic devices and applications and submission of confidential client information to or through third party service providers during this engagement.

If this letter is acceptable to the Issuer, please so indicate by executing below and returning SECTION 5. Underwriter. Raymond James & Associates, Inc., of New Or- a copy to us, retaining an original for your files. We appreciate the opportunity to serve the leans, Louisiana, is hereby appointed as underwriter in connection with the issuance of the Issuer and look forward to working with you.

Refunding Bonds, any compensation to be subsequently approved by the Issuer and to be FOLEY & JUDELL, L.L.P. paid from the proceeds of the Refunding Bonds and contingent upon the issuance of the BY: _____________________________ Refunding Bonds; provided that no compensation shall be due to said underwriter unless the Refunding Bonds are sold and delivered.

M. JASON AKERS, PARTNER SECTION 6. Severability. Any resolutions or parts thereof in conflict hereACCEPTED AND APPROvED: with are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.

PARISh SChOOL BOARD OF ThE PARISh This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as folOF BOSSIER, STATE OF LOUISIANA lows: YEAS: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith NAYS: None

ABSENT: Sandra Darby, Kenneth Wiggins And the resolution was declared adopted, on this 6th day of August, 2020. /s/Mitch Downey Secretary

Hon. Dennis Bamburg, President Bossier Parish School Board 316 N. Sibley Street Benton, Louisiana 71006

/s/Dennis Bamburg President

EXhIBIT A

ENGAGEMENT LETTER August 6, 2020

BY: _____________________________

NAME: DENNIS BAMBURG TITLE: PRESIDENT

DATED: August 6, 2020

STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF BOSSIER

I, the undersigned Secretary of the Parish School Board of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”) do hereby certify that the foregoing pages constitute a true and correct copy of a resolution adopted by the Governing Authority on August 6, 2020, making application to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to issue, sell and deliver not exceeding $60,000,000 of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds of Parishwide School District of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana; providing for the employment of professionals; and providing for other matters in connection therewith.

IN FAITH WHEREOF, witness my official signature on this 6th day of August, 2020. ______________________________ Secretary

Re: Not exceeding $60,000,000 General Obli- 3.07 Request: Award of Legal Journal (Presented by Nicia Bamburg, Chief Financial Offigation School Refunding Bonds, of Parish- cer) wide School District of the Parish of Bossier, A motion was made to award Legal Journal as presented.

State of Louisiana Motion by Billie Jo Brotherton, second by Eric Newman Final Resolution: Motion Carries Dear Mr. Bamburg: Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith The purpose of this engagement letter is to set forth certain matters concerning the role we will serve and the legal services we will provide as bond counsel to Parishwide School 3.08 Update: Information requested for insurance (Presented by Chief Financial Officer District of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana (the “Issuer”) in connection with the is- Nicia Bamburg, Jason Aleman of the Aleman Group, and Michael Guyton of CHR Partsuance of the captioned bonds (the “Bonds”). We understand that the Bonds will be issued nership) for the purpose (the “Project”) described in the resolution adopted by the Parish School Michael Guyton, CHR Partnership, updated the board on Medicare Advantage options.

Board of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the Brad Bockhaus, Blue Cross Blue Shield, was invited to comment on Medicare Advangoverning authority of the Issuer, on August 6, 2020. tage. Jason Aleman, the Aleman Group, and Nicia Bamburg commented and answered As bond counsel, we will prepare and submit to the Governing Authority for adoption all of the legal proceedings required for the authorization, issuance, sale and delivery of the Bonds and provide advice of a traditional legal nature as to the issuance and sale of the Bonds. Our job is principally to render certain opinions to the Issuer regarding (i) the validity of the Bonds under applicable Louisiana law, (ii) the exemption of interest paid on the bonds from federal and/or state taxes, if applicable, and (iii) other matters as may be applicable.

The bond opinion will be based on facts and law existing as of its date. In rendering such opinion, we will rely upon the certified proceedings and other certifications of public officials and other persons furnished to our firm without undertaking to verify the same by independent investigation, and we will assume continuing compliance by the Issuer with applicable laws and other resolutions relating to the Bonds. During the course of this engagement, we will rely upon the staff of the Issuer and the members of the Governing Authority to provide us with complete and timely information on all developments pertaining to any aspect of the Bonds.

questions from the board regarding Medicare Advantage. Jason Aleman presented information to the board about Closed Formulary Medication Lists and Egg Whip/Medicare.

Nicia Bamburg answered questions from the board and commented on each of these insurance options.

3.09 Request: Taking our Administration costs on insurance out to bid (Presented by Jason Aleman, the Aleman Group) A motion was made to take our administration costs on insurance out to bid.

Motion by Shane Cheatham, second by Duane Deen Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith Abstain: Kent L Bockhaus

3.10 Report: Administrative Committee Meeting held August 6, 2020 (Presented by Ken-

Pursuant to the provisions of a resolution adopted by the Police Jury of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana (the "Governing Authority"), acting as the governing authority of the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana (the "Parish"), on August 5, 2020, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the Parish on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2020, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the Parish qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit: PROPOSITION (MILLAGE CONTINUATION) Shall the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana (the "Parish"), continue to levy and collect a three and two hundredths (3.02) mills tax on all property subject to taxation in the Parish for a period of ten (10) years, beginning with the year 2022 and ending with the year 2031 (an estimated $3,100,000 reasonably expected at this time to be collected from the levy of the tax for an entire year), for the purpose of maintaining and operating the correctional facilities in the Parish including the furnishing of transportation and medical care for prisoners, said millage to represent an increase (due to reappraisal) of two hundredths of a mill (.02) over the 3 mills tax authorized to be levied through the year 2021 pursuant to an election held on April 2, 2011?

The said special election shall be held at each and every polling place in the Parish, which polls will open at seven o'clock (7:00) a.m. and close at eight o'clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541.

The polling places for the precincts in the Parish are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, shall be those persons designated according to law.

The estimated cost of this election as determined by the Secretary of State based upon the provisions of Chapter 8-A of Title 18 and actual costs of similar elections is $33,200.

Notice is further given that a portion of the monies collected from the tax described in the Proposition shall be remitted to certain state and statewide retirement systems in the manner required by law.

The said special election will be held in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and the officers appointed to hold the said election, as provided in this Notice of Special Election, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, will make due returns thereof to said Governing Authority, and NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Governing Authority will meet at its regular meeting place, the Bossier Parish Courthouse, Police Jury Meeting Room, 204 Burt Blvd., Benton, Louisiana, on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2021, at TWO O'CLOCK (2:00) P.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of the said special election. All registered voters of the Parish are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used.

THUS DONE AND SIGNED at Benton, Louisiana, on this, the 5th day of August, 2020 ATTEST: /s/ Jimmy Cochran President /s/ Rachel Hauser Secretary September 16, 23 and 30, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

BOSSIER CITY COUNCIL – LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE BOSSIER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FROM AUGUST 4, 2020 CITY COUNCIL MEETING RAN IN THE AUGUST 12, 2020 EDITION RAN THE WRONG ORDINANCE NUMBERS. CORRECTED ORDINANCE NUMBERS ARE ORD 83 OF 2020 – ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR THE SALE OF HIGH CONTENT ALCOHOL FOR ON PREMISE CONSUMPTION AT A BAR LOCATED AT 509 BARKSDALE BLVD AND ORD 84 OF 2020 – ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR THE SALE OF HIGH AND LOW CONTENT ALCOHOL FOR ON PREMISE CONSUMPTION AT A BAR LOCATED AT 905 BARKSDALE BOULEVARD. NO CHANGES WERE MADE TO ANYTHING IN EACH ORDINANCE OTHER THAN CHANGING ORD YEAR FROM 2019 TO 2020.

______________________________ Phyllis McGraw, City Clerk

September 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

BOSSIER PRESS-TRIBUNE | WWW.BOSSIERPRESS.COM Notice of Public Auction Bossier Parish School Board

The Bossier Parish School Board will sell surplus/salvage items at online public auction.

Auction will be conducted online at www.govdeals.com . Items will be available for submission of bids on Sept. 16th 7:00 CST. Auctions on items and will close on Oct. 3rd at varying times.

Items are available for inspection by appointment. All items are to be sold “as is” with no guarantee or warranty of any kind. Bossier Parish Schools reserves the right to reject any and all bids and remove items from auction. Contact John Snow, 549-5062.

REGULAR SESSION MINUTES

MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMAN TOWN OF BENTON 105 SIBLEY STREET, BENTON, BOSSIER PARISH, LOUISIANA MONDAY, August 10, 2020 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Shelly Horton

PRESENT: Alderman Jones, Alderman Allen, Alderman Cathcart ABSENT: Alderman Carr and Alderman Gates

Government agencies may purchase surplus property at fair market value directly from Bossier Parish Schools. Agencies wishing to do so should contact Bossier Parish Schools no later than 3 days prior to auction close. First priority for the acquisition of surplus computer equipment shall be given to public elementary and secondary schools in the State of Louisiana and community and technical colleges under the management and control of the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges.

AGENDA: Motion by Alderman Jones seconded by Alderman Allen to adopt the Regular Session Agenda Public Comments: None 3 In Favor Opposed 0

MINUTES: Motion by Alderman Cathcart seconded by Alderman Jones to approve the minutes Public Comments: None In Favor 3 Opposed 0

Bossier Parish School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer

September 16, 23 and 30, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Sealed proposals are hereby requested by the Bossier Parish School Board for RFP 21-12: Technology Catalog Contract

Complete RFP documents may be obtained for free by visiting bidexpress.com.

Proposals will be received no later than 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at the Bossier Parish School Board Purchasing Dept located at 2723 Airline Dr, Bossier City, La 71111. Any proposal received after this due date and time will not be considered and will be returned unopened.

Electronic proposals may be submitted through bidexpress.com; a fee may be associated with the use of the Bid Express service. Further, bidders shall be required to obtain a digital signature certificate prior to submitting bids online.

Hard copy proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope/box clearly marked on the outside with: 1. bidder’s name 2. bid due date/time 3. project number/name: RFP 21-12: Technology Catalog Contract Award will not be made at the time of the RFP opening, but will be awarded by the School Board at a later meeting.

Bossier Parish School Board reserves the right to reject, in whole or in part, any and all proposals and to waive any and all technicalities and informalities in accordance with state law.

Bossier Parish School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kerry Douglas Chief Procurement Officer Kerry.douglas@bossierschools.org (318) 549-5039

September 16, 23 and 30, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

Notice of Public Auction

The Bossier Parish School Board will sell 9 portable buildings at online public auction.

Auction will be conducted online at www.govdeals.com beginning on September 16, 2020 and closing October 12, 2020. Please visit www.govdeals.com for specific details of each portable building.

Buildings are available for inspection by appointment only. All buildings are sold ‘as is, where is’ with no guarantee or warranty of any kind. Bossier Parish Schools reserves the right to reject any bid or remove any items from auction.

Government agencies may purchase surplus property at fair market value directly from Bossier Parish Schools. Agencies wishing to do so should contact Bossier Parish Schools no later than 3 days prior to close of auction.

Bossier Parish School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bossier Parish School Board Kerry Douglas Chief Procurement Officer 318-549-5039 kerry.douglas@bossierschools.org

September 16 and 23, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

We are our currently in the process of installing additional flush valves at three more locations in the park. During the process we will scour and flush our water tank. We are confident that these steps will resolve the issue with disinfectant by-product (DBP) that we have been experiencing.

If there are any questions or concerns, please contact me at any time.

Daniel Howell - Certified OP. #52699 Phone # - 318-762-2803 E-mail - slimmckoy@gmail.com

September 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

September 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

Alderman Carr and Alderman Gates arrived late and are now counted as PRESENT.

OLD BUSINESS 1. None

NEW BUSINESS 1. Millage adoption: Discussion on Reassessment Year option to roll forward: After some discussion by Council and Mayor the council agreed unanimously to not roll forward.

2. Approval of Year to date budget and monthly financials:

Motion by Alderman Carr seconded by Alderman Gates to approve Public Comments None 5 In Favor Opposed 0

ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING:

Motion by Alderman Jones seconded by Alderman Gates to adjourn In Favor 5 Opposed 0

September 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

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NOTICE is hereby given that the Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on Monday, September 28, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Bossier City Hall, 620 Benton Road, Bossier City, Louisiana to consider the following application: The application of Cin Khan Pau requesting a Special Exception Use for a front yard carport cover located at 2109 Wakefield Avenue, Bossier City, Louisiana.

The application of Cin Khan Pau requesting a side yard setback variance for a carport cover located at 2109 Wakefield Avenue, Bossier City, Louisiana.

Renee Nance, Chairman Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission BOA

September 16, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

16 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

RIBBON CUTTING

BOSSIER PRESS-TRIBUNE | WWW.BOSSIERPRESS.COM

PHOTO BY CHRIS SEPEDA/ PRESS-TRIBUNE

On Wednesday afternoon September 9, 2020, the Bossier Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting event at the new Kingston Market located at 5604 Louisiana Highway 3 in Benton, Louisiana. This is a new Hispanic owned neighborhood market located in the old Fred’s store at the corner of Kingston Road and Louisiana Highway 3.The neighborhood market features a butcher market, deli and restaurant along with the normal groceries and supplies.Kingston Market can be found on Facebook at: https://www. facebook.com/kingstonmarketbenton/ Come see their butcher market, deli and restaurant along with the normal groceries and supplies.

FRA Branch 98 seeks entries in Americanism Essay Contest

Members of FRA (Fleet Reserve Association) Branch 98 invite all students in grades 7 through 12 to participate in the Association’s 2020-2021 Americanism Essay Contest.

Participants are invited to submit a 350-word essay centered on this year’s theme: The Bill of Rights and me.

This national contest, sponsored by FRA to promote a spirit of patriotism among America’s youth, offers a Grand National Prize of $5,000, with other recognition in each grade category.

“Each entrant must be sponsored by an FRA member or branch,” explains Emmett Smith. “We’re proud to sponsor students, including those who are home-schooled, from the Ark-La-Tex.” Winners are selected at the branch level in each grade category, which are forwarded to compete in one of FRA’s eight regions. Regional winners are then forwarded to the Association’s National Americanism Committee, where first-, second- and third-place winners are selected in each grade category. The Grand National Winner is selected from this elite group of writers and receives a $5,000 cash award.

Essays must be legibly written or typed on one side of the paper and each entry must include a separate sheet stating the entrant’s name, address, telephone number, name of school (or “home schooled”) and grade, the number of words in the essay, and name of the sponsoring member or branch. Essays must be submitted through an FRA member or local FRA branch before the December 1st deadline.

To learn more about FRA’s Americanism Essay Contest, contact Emmett Smith at 318-617-1018 or rpsc.smith@ gmail.com. Additional information can be found at www. fra.org.

About FRA FRA is a congressionally chartered, non-profit organization representing the interests of current and former enlisted members of the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. In addition to its advocacy work on Capitol Hill in support of enlisted personnel, FRA aids its members with career issues by maintaining close relationships with government agencies and by educating lawmakers about the challenges facing those who serve in the armed forces. The FRA Education Foundation also awards scholarships totaling $100,000 annually, sponsors a national essay contest, and assists its members with disaster relief grants.