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Bossier Chamber military leadership forum goes virtual STACEY TINSLEY Bossier Press-Tribune The Bossier Chamber of Commerce gathered top leaders from Barksdale Air Force Base and other local military units Thursday for its annual Military Leadership Forum. Guest speakers included leadership from multiple military units, including the Louisiana National Guard in Shreveport-Bossier, Barksdale Air Force Base, Army Reserve Center, U.S. Navy Reserve, MEPS, Marine Corps Reserve, and Camp Minden. Each speaker briefly spoke about different topics

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A Q&A with election winners

ranging from the COVID-19 pandemic to military readiness. After introducing himself and describing what the Louisiana National Guard 2-108 Cavalry Squadron mission is. Lt. Col. Stephen Luebbert described how instrumental the Shreveport National Guard 2-108 Cavalry Squadron has been to Louisiana during the COVID-19 pandemic and the hurricanes that have devastated the southern part of the state in 2020. “On the state and community side, I don’t have to tell you how crazy 2020 has been. It has certainly test-

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Bossier Parish election winners’ statements from the 2020 election results: Mayor of Benton: S.G. Horton 1. How does it feel being the re-elected Mayor of Benton? Very honored, humbled and proud to serve another term for this wonderful town.

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Stacey Tinsley/Bossier Press-Tribune Bossier City Mayor Lo Walker, dressed in his military blues, helps unveil the Women Veterans of the Ark-La-Tex statue. Walker is a retired Air Force Colonel. Courtesy Photo The 2020 Military Leadership Forum was held virtually Nov. 12.

Haughton Christmas parade flips the script STACEY TINSLEY Bossier Press-Tribune Christmas in Haughton will take place this year, but it will look a little different. Instead of the traditional Christmas in Haughton parade. The Christmas in Haughton Crew is asking citizens to be the parade and the Christmas in Haughton crew to be the spectators. Event Coordinator for Christmas in Haughton Tarrah Dobbins said, “We are not able to have the traditional parade this year. Unfortunately, with all the restrictions still in place we just aren’t able to. We are doing a toy/ food drive instead.” The Christmas Haughton parade is scheduled to be held on Dec 19, 2020 from 12:00-1:00 p.m at Joe © 2020 Bossier Newspaper Publishing Co., Inc.

Delaney Park. Organizers ask that you decorate your vehicle (or not), wear your Christmas pajamas (or not), and bring a new unwrapped toy for HPD/HFD to deliver or non-perishable food item(s) for A.C.T.I.O.N Pantry. A Christmas Crew member will gather the toy and or food donations from you as you stop at Joe Delaney Park. Parade participants are asked to stay in their vehicles when their donation is being collected. The first 50 cars will receive an exclusive 2020 Christmas in Haughton parade souvenir as well. For up to date information on the Christmas in Haughton parade. Please visit: https://www. facebook.com/ChristmasinHaughton

Honored in bronze

Women Veterans of the Ark-La-Tex statue dedicated STACEY TINSLEY Bossier Press-Tribune Hundreds gathered last week for a dedication and unveiling ceremony of a life-size bronze statue honoring women veterans outside of the Bossier City Municipal Complex on Benton Road. The statue is of a woman service member in battle dress uniform, representing servicewomen from all five branches of the military. She will be displayed on a granite base along with the five bronze service seals with the inscription, “Dedicated in honor of those women who have, those who are and those who will serve our great nation.” Guest speakers at the ceremony were Secretary Joey Strickland, Louisiana Secretary of Veterans Affairs and Bossier City Mayor

Since I am currently the Mayor, I will continue with the business at hand today. Plans for many capital improvements for 2021 and beyond were in the works before the election. We are preparing the 2021 budget and engineering new projects, so the continuity of this process will not be interrupted. 3. What would you like to say to the community?

Stacey Tinsley/Bossier Press-Tribune Hundreds gathered last week for a dedication and unveiling ceremony outside of the Bossier City Municipal Complex. Lo Walker. “When I look out in this crowd and see how many veterans we have out here, it makes it a joyous day. We are so proud of being home to Barksdale Air Force Base. We honor our veterans and we honor our active duty military,” said Walker The Women Veterans of the Ark La Tex have worked tirelessly

over the past few years receiving private and corporate donations, and holding various fundraisers to make the life-size bronze statue monument a reality. The monument has an estimated cost of $100,000. This monument is a one-of-a-kind original work of art. It is the first See, STATUE, Page 3

Thank you for your support and for having the confidence in me for another term. Benton is my home, my children were raised here and I cannot imagine living anywhere else in the world. Such wonderful people live here and we are just like family. We share ideas, worship together, and take care of each other. We are BENTON STRONG. Bossier Judge:

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Santi Parks 1. How does it feel being the newly elected City Judge City Court, City of Bossier City? I am honored that the voters chose me! Our team worked so hard during this campaign and it paid off. See, WINNERS, Page 3

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Road work, court news tops weekly stories Editor’s Note: The following are items that appeared on bossierpress. com throughout the week. Print subscribers receive full access to bossierpress. com. Now Open – Shed Road Railroad Crossing near Hamilton Road Both the westbound and eastbound lanes of Shed Road at the UP Railroad tracks near Hamilton Road are now open to traffic. Bossier Parish Grand Jury Returns Indictment for Murder

Courtesy Photo Bossier Parish voters will be asked to renew a 3.02 mill property tax to fund Bossier Parish correctional facilities.

Jail tax renewal on Dec. 5 ballot

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Voters will be asked to continue funding operations of Bossier Parish correctional facilities by granting approval to renewal of a 3.02 mill ad valorem tax when they go to the polls Saturday, Dec. 5. Roughly $3.1 million

is generated annually from the tax that funds all operations of the parish’s maximum and minimum security prisons, including maintenance, transportation and medical care for prisoners. Money from the tax receipts is also used to help fund operations of the Bossier Parish Office of Homeland Security

and Emergency Preparedness. Bossier Parish Police Jury members adopted a resolution in August asking for a 10-year renewal of the tax at 3.02 mills, a figure that is down from the millage collected in 2019. Bossier Parish Administrator Bill Altimus said the parish’s 2020

reappraised property tax value justified the millage reduction. That reappraisal by the parish assessor showed an increase in property values of slightly more than $18 million. “At 3.02 we can appropriately fund the correctional facilities,” Altimus said.

The Bossier Parish grand jury reconvened this week and indicted Colton Matthews, 24, for Second Degree Murder of Joseph Williams Jr., 65, of Bossier City. In July, officers with the Bossier City Police Department were dispatched to a Bossier City pawn shop for an unresponsive male with a gunshot wound to the head. The victim was shot after an alleged argument over a watermelon. Colton Matthews is set to be arraigned on December 7, 2020, at the Bossier Parish Courthouse. Teenager pleads guilty to slaying Louisiana airman in 2018

A 19-year-old has pleaded guilty to shooting a Louisiana airman to death during a botched car burglary more than two years ago. Jareona Crosby entered the plea to second-degree murder Tuesday in Bossier District Court in the slaying of Joshua Kidd, a 30-yearold technical sergeant at Barksdale Air Force Base, news outlets reported. Crosby was 17 at the time of the September 2018 shooting. She and Alonzo Wilson, a co-defendant who was 15 at the time, were accused of entering Kidd’s garage and getting into a car, according to authorities. Kidd confronted the two and chased them as they ran from his home, prosecutors said. Crosby, who was armed, turned and fatally shot him during the pursuit, Assistant District Attorney Andrew Jacobs said. Wilson pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in 2019 and was sentenced as an adult to 50 years without the possibility of parole. Crosby is expected to be sentenced to life in prison on Dec. 15. Compiled by Stacey Tinsley

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STACEY TINSLEY Bossier Press-Tribune Davis’ Clothing & Outdoor has been a staple of the community since 1902. However, their time servicing the community is coming to an end. Last week, the company posted the announcement that they will be closing their doors for good this year. Noted in their open letter on FaceBook on Monday Nov.9th, Davis’ Outdoor has been in business for 118 years

and has survived wars, the Great Depression, the Sears Catalog, e-commerce and tons of other challenges to local businesses. However, for ‘many reasons’, the Davis brothers have decided to ‘retire’ from the retail marketplace. The store is holding a going out of business sale, which started Wednesday. The liquidation sale will offer ‘unprecedented deals’ on merchandise just in time for the holidays.

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monument of its kind in the southern United States. Following the dedication, Louisiana Secretary of Veterans Affairs Secretary Joey Strickland and Mayor Lo Walker presided over the Louisiana Honor Medal Ceremony. There are over 2 million women veterans in the country and women represent over 20% of the active duty military force. The mission of the Women Veterans of the

Ark-La-Tex is to honor and assist women veterans who have and continue to pave the way to freely serve our country. The Women Veterans of the Ark La Tex is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization which was incorporated in February 2017. Members pay no dues. All women veterans and all active duty, guard, and reserve women are invited to join. For more information, visit womenveteransofthearklatex.org.

FORUM Continued from Page 1 ed our ability as a National Guard formation. To provide that all important state mission that we’ve been asked to do with COVID and storms, while simultaneously getting ready for a one year combat deployment. We are the largest guard unit in Northwest Louisiana. We’re responsible for multiple parishes from the Texas/ Arkansas border, across to Monroe, then kinda down through Toledo bend and across to Alexandria,” Luebbert said. “We have armories here in Natchitoches and in Coushatta. Our federal mission as a squadron makes us kinda particularly useful during hazard events. I have everything from high water vehicles, to security. We can do a little bit of everything. And it’s made us particularly useful to the state. This year, we have done everything from manning a COVID site here in Shreveport, to doing testing, to providing boats during the hurricanes,” he added. Following Luebberts remarks, 307th Bomb Wing Air Force Reserve Command, Col. Steve Kirkpatrick, spoke about a topic that has affected everyone since the beginning of the year, COVID-19. “This has been a tough year. We keep the normal protocol just like everyone else, but sometimes we have to assume some risk —spend a lot of time making sure that we’re able to still do the mission. There’s

really two primary reasons why we do that. First is because our enemies are watching. We need to make sure that they understand that regardless of COVID or any other obstacle, we’re always ready. Secondly, the American people. Our communities need to make sure that they know we have their back and are going to protect them, even during this crazy time. We couldn’t do this job without great support from the community,” said Kirkpatrick. Camp Minden Commander, Lt. Col. Harry W. Wilson, spoke about the importance Camp Minden has on not only the military, but to the Webster/Bossier community. “Camp Minden effectively manages both the existing resources here, the infrastructure, the facilities, the land, and personnel to maximize opportunities. For not only for the military, but also the commercial operations that we have here. And that’s important for a lot of these outlying cities, communities, both in Webster and Bossier Parishes,” said Wilson. The Military Leadership Forum, presented by sponsors Barksdale Federal Credit Union and the Cyber Innovation Center, was created to increase community awareness about all of the major happenings in our military community and to gain insight on the day-today operations for the Air Force, as well as our local guard and reserve units.

I am excited about this position and I cannot wait to get to work! 2. What will be your first order of business once you take office? My first order of business is getting to work. I intend to start shadowing Judge Tommy Wilson during court sessions immediately and spend time learning the internal workings of the entire office. Besides hearing cases, the city judge oversees the city court clerk’s office. The city clerk’s office is well run and has a great group working there and I intend to learn from them.

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“The House Republicans had a very successful election by losing none of our incumbents and flipping many seats around the country. Because of that, Nancy Pelosi’s Democrat majority will be very slim, and we will not only be able to defend against the radical liberal agenda that they had planned, but hopefully also advance some of our common sense, conservative priorities.” Congressman Mike Johnson being the newly elected Chief of Police for the Town of Benton. It is a humbling experience knowing that I have the support of the community.

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2. What will be your first order of business once you take office?

I would like to tell the community THANK YOU! I would also like to compliment the citizens of our great city. Nearly everyone we met along the way was welcoming and kind. They were interested and concerned about the future of our city. I am really excited about the trajectory of Bossier City.

First order of business will be reactivating the neighborhood watch program and creating a new reserve officer program.

Chief of Police Town of Benton: “Steve” Collier 1. How does it feel

3. What would you like to say to the community? I would like to thank each and every citizen in the community for their support. Also, my door will always be open. U. S. Representative 4th Congressional District:

“Mike” Johnson 1. How does it feel being the re-elected as the U. S. Representative for the 4th Congressional District? It is a tremendous honor to represent the great people of Louisiana’s 4th Congressional District, and we are humbled to be given the opportunity to do so for a third term. I will continue to work hard every single day to advance their interests and our conservative Louisiana values in Washington. 2. What will be your first order of business once you return to office? The House Republicans had a very successful election by losing none of our incumbents and flipping many seats around the country. Be-

cause of that, Nancy Pelosi’s Democrat majority will be very slim, and we will not only be able to defend against the radical liberal agenda that they had planned, but hopefully also advance some of our common sense, conservative priorities. It appears that I will now be elected without opposition as Vice Chairman of House Republican Conference, which is the number four leadership position. That is a tremendous platform and responsibility, and I intend to use it in part to promote the hundreds of policy solutions that we crafted and published the last two years when I chaired the largest conservative caucus in Congress, the Republican Study Committee. We have a lot of important work to do, for our district and for the nation, and I am ready for the challenge and optimistic about our future. 3. What would you like to say to the community? Kelly and I (and our family) want to thank everyone for their faithful friendship, support and prayers. These are difficult times for our nation, but we are constantly encouraged by our community and by the belief that our people and our principles are worth

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6 Rights Leaders Give Up Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from David Specht’s book, “Old Dogs, New Tricks” available on Amazon. I once heard a sermon on the rights of a Christian. The preacher spoke about how we lose some of our perceived rights the more we try to live the Christian life. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. — Ephesians 4:32 NIV As I was taking notes, I realized these same rights applied to leaders. 1. The right to be a jerk. No one really has the right to be a jerk. DAVID However, some peo- SPECHT ple are given a “pass” because of their position, or lack of position in an organization. However, when the leader is a jerk, the ripple effects reach a lot farther. 2. The right to be right. Sometimes, we are right — dead right. It may be a political view or a customer service issue, but leaders do not have the right to just speak their mind. We have to “count the cost” in how we handle situations. Our actions (and words) have consequences. 3. The right to criticize and complain. In the workplace, this is called gossip. Dave Ramsey defines gossip as, “discussing anything negative with someone who can’t help solve the problem.” For leaders, this can include venting to close subordinates or co-workers. All problems should be handled either laterally or vertically. Anything else is unacceptable. If you need to vent, do it with a non-work friend or your spouse. 4. The right to justify your actions based on who you are. This is one of the most difficult for leaders. They deal with pressures that many team members have no clue about. However, just because you are under pressure does not give you the right to fly off the handle at the drop of a hat. Nor does it give you the right to treat others as if they were somehow inferior. 5. The right to be late. Chronic tardiness to scheduled meetings and events is one of the most selfish things a leader can do. This action screams, “My time is more valuable than yours!” Chronic lateness is a slap in the face to every member of your team. In addition, it erodes any accountability for your team’s promptness. 6. The right to not care about people. True leaders realize their teams are more than the skills they bring to the job at hand. They are husbands, wives, families and others — all relying on the organization for their livelihood. They are not numbers on a financial statement. They are people and every decision should have them as one of the — if not THE — highest priorities. The same is true for customers and clients. If we lose sight of them as people, we lose our business. The higher up you rise in leadership, the less rights you have, but the satisfaction and difference you can make as a result is well worth it. David Specht is editor of the Bossier Press-Tribune.

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David Rockett: Economic insight from the Dallas Federal Reserve

Earlier this week the GBEDF had the opportunity to join with Louisiana State University – Shreveport, Bossier Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce to host a virtual economic update with the Dallas Federal Reserve President and CEO, Robert Kaplan. Kaplan provided an overview of the state of the current economy and shared insight on what to expect for the future. Dr. Larry Clark, LSUS Chancellor, served as the event moderator of the live Q&A portion of the program as northwest Louisiana business leaders were able to submit questions for discussion to President Kaplan. While the economic outlook was the main focus of the event; disruptive technology, educational attainment and workforce topics were also included in the discussion as they relate to current and future state of the economy. Impacts on the economy due to the coronavirus anchored Kaplan’s remarks. During the second quarter of 2020, the month of April saw a steep GDP decline by 32 percent. The decline was expected due to the severity of the virus at the time; however, the market saw a quick rebound through the

summer months. This swift rebound can be attributed to the stimulus bill which is keeping household income levels steady so far throughout the pandemic. When there is market retraction, a drop in consumer spending and household income levels accompany an overall economic decline; h o w e v e r, that is not the case for the U.S. economy. The effects of the pandemic have DAVID hit certain ROCKETT businesses by industry as trends in consumer spending have shifted due to the pandemic. For example, the market has seen an increase in consumer spending on home improvement purchases rather than entertainment. Kaplan noted the Federal Reserve had plans to keep a close eye on future viral resurgence to monitor the effects on the engagement in the economy, the severity of burden on the healthcare systems, as well as the federal stimulus bill to assist the unemployed. The overall expectation for the economy is a sluggish start to the first quarter of 2021, with

an uptick later in the year as unemployment numbers fall. Specifically, for our region in Louisiana, the oil and gas market will continue to see a decrease due to the global supply versus the demand. The more activity in the market will increase the demand for fuel, but the increase in the number of people traveling to work and for leisure won’t be seen for some time until there is more confidence in the safety to participate in the economy. An additional focus of conversation was the ability of the workforce to adapt rapidly to technology. There has been a push for businesses to operate virtually and work remotely in order to comply with social distancing measures, essentially forcing employees to embrace technology. Communities with a technologically agile workforce will benefit from this new normal way of working as many companies and businesses have seen increased profitability due to its employees working remotely. It’s important to note that remote working capabilities may help to increase workforce draws from smaller, often overlooked metropolitan areas. Educational attainment was also noted as a way to

boost the future economy. Kaplan highlighted that those among the high-risk and lower income level population groups were more susceptible to feel negative economic effects brought on by the pandemic as this group typically has a lower educational attainment. Increasing educational attainment for communities will help close skills gaps and increase employment opportunities for at-risk populations. The GBEDF is thankful to its partners and for the opportunity to host the Dallas Federal Reserve in the region. It is important that northwest Louisiana is both represented and engaged in open dialogue of monetary policy discussion. Our region is home to critical industries which help to sustain not only the local economy but also contributes to the wider health of the U.S. economy. Opportunities such as these allow us to better understand and discover new ways in which our local industries can contribute on the global scale. David “Rocky” Rockett is the Executive Director of the Greater Bossier Economic Development Foundation.

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Sam Hanna: America at a crossroads It may be weeks before we know the final outcome of the 2020 presidential race as President Donald Trump’s team of attorneys challenge the outcome of the election in key swing states in light of allegations of voter fraud and other irregularities. There’s no doubting Democrats engaged in illegal behavior to turn the election in Joe Biden’s favor. We know enough already about pallets of ballots magically arriving in the wee hours of the morning after the polls had closed and miraculously, every single vote was for Biden. We also are fully aware of voters who cast absentee ballots but did not request one. We’ve seen evidence as well of election workers marking ballots for Biden on election night and turning them in to be counted as if it was just another day at the office. Furthermore, enough smoke has surfaced to question whether the software used in tabulating votes in key swing states operated correctly or was void of any interference from bad actors. The question is whether Trump’s attorneys can obtain or have enough evidence to prove in court that the illegal behavior and computer glitches led to Trump’s defeat. The Biden campaign and their loyal foot soldiers in the so-called mainstream media

would have us believe a sitting president who garnered more votes than any incumbent U.S. president in history and who attracted record-setting support for a Republican among black Americans and Hispanics was defeated by a frail, senile old man who seldom campaigned for office. This is the same senile old man whose drug addict son, Hunter, was caught red-handed selling his father’s SAM influence HANNA to Chinese communists for millions of dollars, and enough evidence has reared its head to suggest daddy knew about it all along and got a piece of the action. Amazingly, the Federal Bureau of Investigation apparently dug into this sordid affair at some point in 2019, but the outcome of that investigation is unknown and appears dead on arrival. If it’s left to the FBI, you can rest assured no criminal charges will ever be filed against the Bidens. The scope of the apparent criminal behavior surrounding the presidential race is more than sufficient for any reasonable American to ac-

cept Trump’s insistence to challenge the outcome of the election in court to determine whether he was beaten fair and square or was the target of the most comprehensive and far-reaching voter fraud scheme since the founding of the Republic. Ed Daley manufacturing 118,000 votes in Chicago for John Kennedy in 1960 pales in comparison. Hell, Daley would wince at what the Democrats pulled this year, and that’s saying a lot. Just 20 years ago, the outcome of the presidential race was in limbo until mid-December thanks to a dispute over who won the state of Florida. You may remember it. You also may remember the so-called mainstream media did not declare a winner in the race until the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in then-Texas Gov. George W. Bush’s favor and handed him the presidency. That’s not what occurred in this presidential election cycle. No, Biden’s pompom brigade in the press declared him the winner over the weekend in spite of the election results not yet certified in key swing states and in spite of Trump’s attorneys declaring they would begin filing lawsuits challenging the outcome of the election beginning Monday, Nov. 9. It didn’t matter.

What’s changed between 2000 and 2020? It’s simple. The so-called mainstream media including the big three networks, the cable news networks, the Associated Press, The New York Times, The Washington Post, the Gannett newspapers and just about every other major newspaper in the country have all abandoned any pretense of reporting the news objectively. They are nothing more than glorified public relations firms for the leftist movement in America, and the so-called reporters and on-air personalities who work for them are nothing more than political activists masquerading as journalists. That’s the God’s honest truth. I’m cautiously optimistic President Trump will prevail in court to secure a second term in office, but I know it’s best to be prepared for the worst. Make no mistake. America is at a crossroad. We are dangerously close to losing the Republic, and I’m afraid we are at the precipice of armed civil conflict between Americans who believe in American exceptionalism and those who wish to destroy it. Sam Hanna is the publisher of the Ouachita (West Monroe) Citizen.

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Airline pitcher Raelin Chaffin signed with LSU last week.

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Airline’s Devarrick Woods puts pressure on Benton quarterback Gray Walters during the Vikings’ 31-28 victory last Friday at M.D. Ray Field at Airline Stadium.

Teams eye playoffs as regular season comes to a close

The final week of the regular season is upon us. As expected, it has been far from a normal one. The season was delayed for a month and cut to eight games. Bossier, Airline and Benton all will have played six games because of cancellations due to COVID-19 issues. Of course, that’s if no games are canceled this week. Haughton is the only parish team with a lock on a playoff berth. Head coach Jason Brotherton’s Bucs (6-1, 4-1 1-5A) extended their winning streak Sports Editor to five with a 31-6 victory over Natchitoches Central last week at Turpin Stadium. As of deadline, Haughton Russell was No. 15 in Hedges the updated 5A power ratings listed on GeauxPreps.com. The top 16 teams in the final rankings host first-round games. Haughton hosts Parkway (3-4, 2-3) Friday. It will mark the first time brothers Jason and Coy Brotherton have faced off as head coaches. They were on opposite sides of the field the last five seasons when Coy was the offensive coordinator at Captain Shreve. At No. 40 in the power rankings, a win might not be enough to get the Panthers in the playoffs. But a victory over a 6-1 team would mean a lot of power points, so there’s a chance. At No. 27, Airline (3-2, 3-1) is five spots above the cutoff. A win over Shreve (4-3, 4-2) at M.D. Ray Field at Airline Stadium will guarantee the Vikings a berth. They could still get in with a loss. Airline defeated Benton 31-28 at home last week in what was perhaps the game of the year. Benton (1-4, 1-3) has been snakebit this season.

Friday’s games

Parkway at Haughton Captain Shreve at Airline Natchitoches Central at Benton Bossier at Vidalia Plain Dealing at Magnolia School of Excellence All games kick off at 7

All five of the Tigers’ games have been decided by seven points or less. Their four losses were by a combined 14 points. At No. 34 in the 5A rankings, Benton is not out of the playoff picture. The Tigers host Natchitoches Central (0-7, 0-5) Friday. A win against a winless team might not be enough. But after what the Tigers have been through this season, at the very least they would finish on a high note. At No. 22 in the 1A rankings, Plain Dealing (25, 1-4) has a good chance of being in the playoffs. The top 24 in the final rankings make the playoffs. The Lions, who lost to Homer, close the regular season at Magnolia Charter (1-4, 1-3) Friday. Magnolia lost to Lincoln Prep 52-34. Plain Dealing defeated Lincoln Prep 52-14 in Week 4. The Lions have been hit hard by injuries since then, so winning Friday could be a challenge. The marquee matchup in Week 8 is Parkway-Benton and not just because of the battle of brothers. As mentioned above, Haughton is rolling. Parkway has won three straight after an 0-4 start. Parkway sophomore running back Jaylan White has been spectacular the last three games, accounting for 590 total yards (465 rushing, 125 receiving). Last week he gained 265 yards in a 49-27 victory over Southowod. But White will be going against one of the area’s best defenses Friday. During its five-game

winning streak, Haughton has allowed 34 points with most of that coming in a 27-21 victory over Shreve. In last week’s win over Natchitoches Central, the Bucs offense struggled some but the defense and special teams forced five turnovers. The matchup of the Brotherton brothers does add some extra spice. “It’s fun to play against each other,” Coy Brotherton said. “It’s pretty cool at the end of the year when we can sit down and just kind of realize the opportunity that both of us have to be a head coach in the parish, to be a head coach in 5A, to have the opportunity to play against each other. It’s pretty cool. It’s pretty special for us.” The Shreve-Airline game should also be a good one. Last year, Airline won 21-14 to earn a share of the district title. That won’t be on the line Friday. The Gators are coming off a 28-7 loss to their rival Byrd, which is undefeated. Shreve played without two injured receivers, including star Kendrick Law, and quarterback Ashton Martin. They still managed to stay within seven of the Jackets in the fourth quarter. If Shreve is healthy, the game might be an offensive show, similar to last week’s Airline-Benton game where there were six lead changes in the second half. The Vikings made some big plays on offense. Benton’s offense was also impressive. Despite its record, Natchitoches Central has shown that it can be competitive. But the Tigers should prevail. Bossier (1-4) will have a good chance to end a tough season on a positive note. Vidalia, a Class 2A school, is 1-4. The Vikings are allowing 46.4 points per game.

Russell Hedges is Sports Editor of the Bossier PressTribune. He may be reached at rhedges@bossierpress.com

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Six Bossier Parish standout high school athletes signed with colleges last week. Four Benton athletes signed — baseball players Hayden Hable (Southern Arkansas), Clint Lasiter (Louisiana-Lafayette), Grayson Gates (Northwestern State) and basketball player Jada Anderson (ULM). Airline softball pitcher Raelin Chaffin signed with LSU.

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Haughton shortstop Peyton Stovall signed with Arkansas last week.

Haughton shortstop Peyton Stovall signed with Arkansas. The four baseball and softball signees all had their 2020 seasons cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic. Lasiter batted .489 with seven doubles, two home runs and 16 RBI through 14 games in 2020. Gates was off to a 3-0 start on the mound. He had a 2.774 ERA in 17 2/3 innings. Hable and Lasiter shared the team lead in strikeouts with 22. Stovall was batting .516

through 11 games. He had 15 RBI, one 3B and four home runs. Chaffin is a two-time All-Parish MVP. As a sophomore in 2019, she was 182 with a 0.614 ERA. She had 228 strikeouts in 114 innings. Anderson, a four-year starter, helped Benton win the Class 5A state championship last season, averaging 14.7 points, 3.7 steals and 3.1 assists. She was named the MVP in Benton’s 62-48 state championship victory over Ouachita Parish.

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Jaylan White School: Parkway Position: Running back Class: Sophomore

White (shown against Natchitoches Central in Week 6) rushed for 265 yards on 28 carries and scored three touchdowns in a 49-27 victory over Southwood.

Ashur Hall

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School: Benton Position: Linebacker/ Running back Class: Senior

Hall scored two touchdowns from the Tigers’ power formation while also playing his usual middle linebacker position in a 31-28 loss to Airline.

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sesame streeT debuted november 10, 1969

On November 10, 1969 Sesame Street debuted. It is the longest-running children’s show in American television history, and as aired in more than 120 countries. Multiple generations can now recount fond memories of watching Sesame Street growing up, and many now watch with their children as the show continues to entertain and educate a new generation. But how did this beloved show get its start? A great deal of the credit can go to Joan Ganz Cooney whose career path eventually led to her producing a documentary on what would become the Head Start program; this helped to launch her idea of creating educational television for children, something that had been a dream of hers. Partnering with Lloyd Morrisett, a psychologist and Carnegie Corporation executive, they were able to get funding to start the Children’s Television Workshop (CTW), which would eventually be renamed Sesame Workshop. Add in set that looked like it could have been a street in New York City, Jim Henson’s Muppets, incredible musicians and vocalists such as Luthor Vandross and Robin Clark, and a cast who would make the show relatable, and it’s no wonder that the show is still airing. Finally, African American kids could watch show with a setting that might look like their street and people who looked like them, who talked about relevant issues, helped them learn their alphabet and more. As the decades have progressed, so has the show. Today the show is more diverse than even when it began, featuring a cast of multiple ethnicities and physical abilities. You can still watch Sesame Street on PBS or you can watch part of the long-running series on Kanopy, which is one of the digital services available with your library card. You can find it by searching the name, which will pull up the available seasons and episodes; they even have a documentary for adults

who are interested in learning more about Caroll Spinney, the puppeteer who brought Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch to life for the last 45 years. I highly encourage my readers to check it out. I think you’ll find fun for (at least most of) the family. As always, you can call or stop in to get help with Kanopy or any of our other ANNIE GILMER services!

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In 1916, Zella Mayfield was born Zella Ruby Cullen, the ninth child of William B. and Hannah Cullen. Her mother was known as “Momma Cullen” due to her popularity as a midwife in Benton, La. Raised by an Italian family, her father received a good education. He graduated in 1882 and then went to college, becoming an educator in Bossier Parish. The Cullen’s saw to it that their AMY ROBERTSON children, all eleven of them, were educated. Mayfield attended school at Linwood, a Rosenwald school in Benton that had three rooms, one for grades 1-3, one for grades 4-7, and the third room served as a kitchen for preparing meals for the students. Starting in fourth grade, she attended the Bossier Training School, where she finished high school. Many children would stay in the dormitory during the school year, but she remembers walking threemiles to school instead. Following in her father’s footsteps, Mayfield was an educator in Bossier Parish for 31- years. She started teaching before going to college, which was she said was allowed if a person completed 12th grade. Like most educators, Mayfield attended college during summer breaks. The colleges she attended include Northeastern, Louisiana State University, Wiley College, and Stephen F. Austin. Her teaching career began at Oak Ridge, a small one-room schoolhouse. She also taught at Linwood, the Rosenwald school that she attended as a child. Eventually, she started teaching at Carrie Martin when it was only an elementary school—reassigned, later, when integrating public schools began in Bossier Parish, to Plantation Park Elementary School in Bossier City. After her teaching career, Mayfield had plans to travel and see the world. As a Benton native and life-long resident, Zella Mayfield loved her community. Friends and neighbors urged her to seek public office, so she did, cutting short her plans to travel and see the world. In an interview, Mayfield said, “she couldn’t walk away from a public life – she was committed to helping her fellow man.” Her political career began in 1986 when she became an alderman for District 2 of Benton. When she ran for re-election in 1992, she said that “she wants to see the town improve over the next four years, including improved care for the elderly and securing a new, enlarged town hall.” She held that seat for twelve years. During those twelve years, Mayor George Forrest resigned, and she served as pro-tem Mayor of Benton after his resignation and while waiting for Joe Stickell to take office. Mayfield led efforts to improve the Bossier Parish Health Unit, for which she received honors in 1994. She was an active member of the Bossier Parish Concerned Citizens group, focused on improving education, voting rights, and community-related issues. In 1997, former Mayor Stickell led the effort to name a town street in Benton in Mayfield’s honor. He asserted, “Zella Mayfield is a people person. She makes decisions to benefit the whole town of Benton. She’s a very influential person for blacks and whites here.” ... “Mayfield Street was so named in honor of Mayfield’s long-standing dedication to her neighbors.” To learn more about Zella Mayfield and other women who made a difference in Bossier Parish, visit the Bossier Parish Libraries History Center, 2206 Beckett Street, Bossier City.

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Club. Like many hunters, he was a conservationist who valued nature and animals. He also had a passion for working on vehicles, especially hotrods. Max’s experience, abilities, and accumulated knowledge will be sorely missed. In July 2011, Max married his soulmate, Kimberly Armstrong, in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. From that point onward, they were rarely separated, and their lives were entwined by sharing each others’ hobbies: in the fall and winter, they enjoyed spending time at his deer lease. In the spring and summer, they worked together in the garden, always growing vegetables to share with friends and family. They would often visit Kimberly’s parents’ farm in Berryville, Arkansas. Odell and Evelyn Ray were very fond of Max, and Odell was always keen to share the Word of God with his daughter and son-in-law. Max was predeceased by his father, Roger Max Armstrong. He is survived by his mother Carolyn Baker of Minden, Aunt Carole Salley of Shreveport, wife Kim Armstrong of Haughton, son Evan Armstrong and wife Lia, daughter Christen Armstrong, son Hunter Langwasser, daughter Lauren Anderson, daugh-

ter Lacey Anderson and husband Steen, brother Ray Armstrong, sister Lisa Lancaster and husband Mark, sister Angela Armstrong, and brother Michael Hughes and wife Stacy. Lifelong friends Jackie and Dina Webb will cherish Max’s memory. In addition to his numerous friends and work associates, Max leaves behind a large extended family, including his aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews. Having first become a grandfather in June 2017, his tragic death leaves behind an empty space in the lives of those young children he dearly loved. And yet we read of God in Isaiah 55:8, “My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways.” Although we cannot comprehend Providence, we have no doubt of Max’s love for us, or our love for him. Pallbearers were Jackie Webb, Mark Lancaster, Michael Hughes, Steen Thomas, Kevin Barnes, Tony B. Winnfield, Michael “Augie” Augustin, and Joseph Webb. Honorary pallbearers are Evan Armstrong, Hunter Langwasser, Steve Gibbs, Greg Caudle, and Mike McGowan. Services were held on Thursday, November 12, 2020. Visitation will be held at Hill Crest Memorial Funeral Home in Haughton between 11am and 12:15pm. A graveside service was held at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Minden, beginning at 1:30pm.

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Haughton Bucs Share Culture During Dia de los Muertos Submitted By Sonja Bailes

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Haughton High English Learner (EL) students celebrated Dia de los Muertos – or Day of the Dead – in grand aplomb. Under the direction of EL teacher Juana Camila Alvarez, the Buccaneers paraded throughout campus and stopped in classrooms and the administrative office to share stories about their culture with staff and students. They also made flowers to decorate a Day of the Dead photo prop and took pictures to remember the event. Dia de los Muertos is a celebration observed the first of November throughout Latin America that focuses on remembering family members and friends who have passed away.

Beloved principal brings joy, tells jokes and leads by example

Scenes from Kim Hawkins’ Gold Star Award Submitted By Sonja Bailes

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When parents drop off their kids in car line at Benton Elementary, they never know what they will see. Will the principal be in a turkey suit, dressed as Uncle Sam or in some other crazy attire? One thing for sure is students, staff and parents alike love the joyous spirit Kim Hawkins has brought to campus. This is the first year Priscilla Borrego’s two children have attended Benton Elementary. They are a military family that transferred to Louisiana two days before school started and they could not love going there more. “Every morning, every single morning, come rain or shine, the principal of this school leads by example,” Borrego wrote. “She is out there with her staff directing traffic to get these kids into class quicker and get parents off to work. She has a smile on her face, she dances for the kids, dresses up in fun costumes and my children and myself absolutely love it. My children love when she comes on the intercom and tells jokes that the kids submit … And my kids’ attitude about school is something that I haven’t seen before. I know it comes from excellent leadership, sprinkling down to the teachers to the children. This woman goes above and beyond.” Hawkins has earned the adoration of her faculty and staff as well and is cited for putting others before herself. “The positive and joyous climate change she brought to our school has saved many teachers,” said Reannon Moseley. “She is caring, supporting, loving and best of all good-hearted. She is always the last to leave our school and is constantly working on how to keep our students and all faculty loved and cared for.” Normally the one to surprise her students and staff, the tables were turned on Hawkins recently when she was called to an “emergency” in the cafeteria. District administrators, teachers, the Borregos and representatives from Bossier Federal Credit Union were huddled inside to announce she was recipient of Bossier Schools’ Gold Star award for the month of November. “I was so humbled to be nominated by a teacher and a parent,” Hawkins later reflected. “My vision for Benton Elementary is to create an environment

where students, staff and parents feel welcomed and accepted. When I was listening to the letters from Mrs. Moseley and Mrs. Borrego, I felt like my dreams are becoming reality.” The 15-year elementary educator and former Assistant Principal credits the incredible mentors she has had over the years for picking up great leadership skills and learning early on that the magic really happens when a student knows that you truly care about them. It is evident Hawkins finds joy not only in building lasting relationships with her students and their families, but also interjecting fun into each day. “Educators face so many challenges and I think it’s imperative for the leadership at the school to create pockets of joy in the day,” Hawkins added. “Just a little dance party or small treat brings so much joy to our teachers and lets them know that I am cheering them on. They truly do the heavy lifting at the school each day. I love playing little jokes on my staff and students just to make them smile.” She went on to say, “We need to show the students that education is a joyful profession because we want to build an interest for the future educators. If the only thing a student sees about being a teacher is that it’s stressful and boring, then why would they want to join this profession? I have lots of students tell me that they want to grow up and be a teacher or a principal and I take that as a huge compliment!” Like her parents and staff, Bossier Schools Superintendent Mitch Downey cannot sing Hawkins’ praises loudly enough, either. “I admire her because she sees no titles. She just does what needs to be done to make things work. She’s all hands on deck and never asks anyone to do anything she’s not willing to do herself. That says something about her character and how she values people.” Downey added, “Sometimes we overuse the term ‘servant leader,’ but Mrs. Hawkins is the perfect example of a servant leader.” And Bossier Schools’ latest shining Gold Star. Editor’s note: Know someone who works for Bossier Schools that is deserving of recognition for going above and beyond? Nominate them for the Gold Star award, proudly sponsored for the last nine years by Bossier Federal Credit Union. Just go to https://www.bossierschools. org/goldstarnews and tell us what sets them apart.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Bossier Parish Police Jury is presently seeking proposals to provide RESIDENT ENGINEER INSPECTION SERVICES. Applicants should have Resident Engineer Inspection Service experience and shall submit with their proposal, a list of successfully completed Resident Engineer Inspection Plans. The Inspection Plan will have selection criteria of the following: * Qualifications of the firm (25 points) * Proposed staff qualifications and experience (25 points) (25 points) * Project methodology approach * Cost (25 points) Proposals should be submitted to the Bossier Parish Police Jury until the hour of 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 8, 2020, in the Bossier Parish Police Jury Office, Bossier Parish Courthouse, 204 Burt Boulevard, Benton, Louisiana. Your bid may be submitted electronically by going to www.bidsync.com and registering online. Rachel Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Bossier Parish Police Jury is presently seeking proposals to provide ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES. Applicants should have Architectural and Engineering experience and shall submit with their proposal, a list of successfully completed Architectural and Engineering Plans. The Architectural and Engineering Plan will have selection criteria of the following: * Qualifications of the firm (25 points) * Proposed staff qualifications and experience (25 points) (25 points) * Project methodology approach * Cost (25 points) Proposals should be submitted to the Bossier Parish Police Jury until the hour of 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 8, 2020, in the Bossier Parish Police Jury Office, Bossier Parish Courthouse, 204 Burt Boulevard, Benton, Louisiana. Your bid may be submitted electronically by going to www.bidsync.com and registering online. Rachel Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

November 4, 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Bossier Parish Police Jury is presently seeking proposals to provide SURVEYING SERVICES. Applicants should have Surveying experience and shall submit with their proposal, a list of successfully completed Surveying Plans. The Surveying Plan will have selection criteria of the following: * Qualifications of the firm (25 points) * Proposed staff qualifications and experience (25 points) (25 points) * Project methodology approach * Cost (25 points) Proposals should be submitted to the Bossier Parish Police Jury until the hour of 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 8, 2020, in the Bossier Parish Police Jury Office, Bossier Parish Courthouse, 204 Burt Boulevard, Benton, Louisiana. Your bid may be submitted electronically by going to www.bidsync.com and registering online. Rachel Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

November 4, 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Bossier Parish Police Jury is presently seeking proposals to provide CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIAL TESTING SERVICES. Applicants should have Construction and Material Testing experience and shall submit with their proposal, a list of successfully completed Construction and Material Testing Plans. The Construction and Material Testing Plan will have selection criteria of the following: * Qualifications of the firm (25 points) * Proposed staff qualifications and experience (25 points) * Project methodology approach (25 points) * Cost (25 points) Proposals should be submitted to the Bossier Parish Police Jury until the hour of 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 8, 2020, in the Bossier Parish Police Jury Office, Bossier Parish Courthouse, 204 Burt Boulevard, Benton, Louisiana. Your bid may be submitted electronically by going to www.bidsync.com and registering online. Rachel Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

November 4, 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 2, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider the application of Anthony Lowrie to the Bossier City-Parish metropolitan Planning Commission for a Conditional Use Approval for the sale of high and low content alcohol for off-premise consumption at a proposed liquor store and daiquiri shop located at 2955 Highway 80, Bossier Parish, LA. Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

November 11, 18 and 25, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 2, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider reducing the speed limit on approximately .5 miles of Old Brownlee Road, south of Wemple Road to Bossier City limits, located in Section 4, Township 18 North, Range 13 West and Section 33, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA, from 40 miles per hour to 25 miles per hour. Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

November 11, 18 and 25, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2020 PAGE 10 NOTICE Sealed bids will be received by the Receptionist in the Bossier Parish Police Jury Office until the hour of 2:00 p.m. (CST), Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at which time bids will be opened and read aloud in the Bossier Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, 204 Burt Blvd. Benton, LA 71006, for the following supplies for the Bossier Parish Highway Department, for a one-year period. Bids will be opened and read aloud. Tabulations will be made and bids awarded at a later date. Aggregate Asphaltic Concrete Paving Material Asphalt Products Cold Mix Corrugated Metal Culvert Pipe Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Petroleum Products Plastic Culvert Pipe Reinforced Concrete Pipe Tires and Tubes Treated Yellow Pine Lumber Treated Yellow Pine Piling In accordance with Act No. 590 of the 2008 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature, bids may be submitted electronically at www.bidsync.com. Vendors/Contractors who decide to submit electronic bids will also have to pay an annual fee for digital signatures as required by state law. All details on specifications and delivery points may be obtained from the Office of the Bossier Parish Police Jury, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana. The Bossier Parish Police Jury reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids to determine the best and lowest bid. RACHEL D. HAUSER PARISH SECRETARY JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY

November 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 2, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider approval of the amended plat for Dry Cypress North Subdivision, Unit No. 1, being a re-plat of Dry Cypress North Subdivision, Unit No. 1, located in Section 23, Township 20 North, Range 12 West, Bossier Parish, LA. Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury October 28, 2020 November 4, 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 2, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider approval of the Minor Plat for Miguel Lopez, located in Section 33, Township 20 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

October 28, 2020 November 4, 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 16, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider approval of the plat of the proposed development of Fairburn Subdivision, Unit No. 5, a resubdivision of Lot 2, Fairburn Subdivision, Unit No. 4, located in Section 17, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, Bossier Parish, LA. Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Bossier Parish Police Jury is presently seeking proposals to provide DISASTER RECOVERY AND EMERGENCY PLANNING SERVICES. Applicants should have Disaster Recovery and Emergency Planning Service experience and shall submit with their proposal, a list of successfully completed Disaster Recovery Plans. The Disaster Recovery and Emergency Plan will have selection criteria of the following: * Qualifications of the firm (25 points) * Proposed staff qualifications and experience (25 points) * Project methodology approach (25 points) * Cost (25 points) Proposals should be submitted to the Bossier Parish Police Jury until the hour of 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 8, 2020, in the Bossier Parish Police Jury Office, Bossier Parish Courthouse, 204 Burt Boulevard, Benton, Louisiana. Your bid may be submitted electronically by going to www.bidsync.com and registering online. Rachel Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

November 4, 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 16, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider approval of new sewer rates for Consolidated Waterworks/Sewerage District No. 1 of the Parish of Bossier. Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

November 11, 18 and 25, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

Budget Notice

The Bossier Parish Communications District Number One Board of Directors has available for inspection, a proposed operating and capital outlay budget for the year 2021.

A complete copy is located at the office of the Director located at 4601 Palmetto Rd., Benton, La. 71006. The budget is available for inspection from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday thru Friday.

The Board of Directors will conduct a public hearing on the proposed budget, Monday, December 14, 2020 at 5:30 pm in the Board Room located at 4601 Palmetto Rd. Benton, La. 71006.

REVENUES Beginning Fund Balance Wire line Surcharge Wireless Surcharge Dedicated Investments Interest Earnings Misc./Reimbursment Total Income

EXPENDITURES Personnel Services Materials and Supplies Contractual & Other Dedicated Enhancements Total Expenditures Charles Varnell Chairman

Andy Holly Secretary

November 18 and 25, 2020 December 2, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

750,000.00 450,000.00 1,400,000.00 2,295,000.00 20,000.00 50,000.00 $ 4,965,000.00 $ 1,836,500.00 173,000.00 525,500.00 2,430,000.00 $ 4,965,000.00

Full Board, committee of the whole

Due to the Thanksgiving holiday legals will be due at noon on Wednesday November 25th for the December 2nd edition. This includes any changes or cancellations.

November 11, 18 and 25, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

NOTICE The Bossier Parish Police Jury has scheduled a public hearing to be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 16, 2020, in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider the application of the Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission to consider an amendment to the Unified Development Code for new regulations pertaining to adjoining and abutting lots. Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

November 11, 18 and 25, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

AMENDED NOTICE At the October 7, 2020, Bossier Parish Police Jury meeting, a public hearing was scheduled for Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, to consider the application of the Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission requesting the review and approval of the Highway 80 Corridor Overlay District. The public hearing in this matter was hereby amended to be heard at the November 4, 2020, police jury meeting. The public hearing will be heard at the November 18, 2020, regular police jury meeting as originally scheduled. Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Jimmy Cochran, President Bossier Parish Police Jury

November 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

SEX OFFENDER NOTIFICATION

REgISTRATION: #SEX0756

I, Paul Jacob Normal II, have been convicted of Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile (Sexually Motivated). My address is 5255 John Wilson Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111.

Race: Caucasian Sex: Male Age: 35 Height: 5’ 08” Weight: 155 Hair Color: Brown Eye Color: Brown

Alias: None Scar: None Mark: None Prosthesis: None Piercing: None Tattoo: R_shoulder: Kristine L. L_shoulder: Noah

If you have any comments or wish to communicate with the Bossier Sheriff’s Dept., PO Box 850, Benton, LA 71006, 318-965-2203

November 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

SEX OFFENDER NOTIFICATION

Registration #000485

I, Perry Jackson, have been convicted of Forcible Rape. My address is 1627 Bellaire Blvd, Bossier City, LA 71112.

Race: Afr Amer Sex: Male Age: 65 Height: 5’ 06” Weight: 160 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Unknown

Alias: Curtis Haywood Elvenis Davis, Ernest Lee Smith, James Thompson, Kenneth Sanders Scars: None Marks: None Prosthesis: None Piercing: None Tattoos: None

If you have any comments or wish to communicate with the Bossier Sheriff’s Dept., PO Box 850, Benton, LA 71006, 318-965-2203

November 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed Bids will be received by the Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City, 805 E 1st Street, Bossier City, Louisiana 71111 until 2:00 P.M., local time, December 3, 2020.

ANY PERSON REQUIRING SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS SHALL NOTIFY FACILITY PLANNING AND CONTROL OF THE TYPE(S) OF ACCOMMODATION REQUIRED NOT LESS THAN SEVEN (7) DAYS BEFORE THE BID OPENING.

FOR: Cisco, Mariah Bush & Hall Park Homes Roof Replacements Bossier City, Louisiana 71111

USE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING PARAGRAPHS Complete Bid Documents may be obtained from: ACE Digital Printing 134 Youree Drive Shreveport, Louisiana 71101 PHONE (318) 220-8440

upon deposit of $100.00 for each set of documents. Deposit on the first set is fully refundable to all Prime Bidders upon return of the documents, in good condition, no later than ten (10) days after receipt of bids. Fifty percent of the deposit of all other sets of documents will be refunded upon return of documents as stated above.

All bids shall be accompanied by bid security in an amount of five percent (5.0%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates. The form of this security shall be as stated in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project.

Contractors have the option of submitting bids electronically at www.centralauctionhouse.com or www.centralbidding.com in lieu of sealed bids.

The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written as described in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project. A MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD at 9:00 A.M. on November 19, 2020 at 1304 Carver Street, Bossier City, Louisiana 71111

Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2192 for the classification of Roofing and Sheet Metal, Siding. Bidder is required to comply with provisions and requirements of LA R.S. 38:2212(B)(5). No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2214.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212(B)(1), the provisions and requirements of this Section; and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by any entity.

November 4, 11 and 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

Regular Session of the Bossier Parish School Board 6:00 PM Thursday, October 8, 2020

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

Members absent None

Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM

1. Opening Items 1.01 Prayer & Pledge of Allegiance The prayer was offered by Adam Bass, district 5 board member. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice-President Tammy Smith, district 3 board member.

1.02 Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Session of the Board for September 17, 2020 A motion was made to approve the Minutes of the Regular Session of the Board for September 17, 2020 as printed.

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, Sandra Darby, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith, Kenneth M Wiggins

1.03 Approval of the Agenda for the Regular Session of the Board for October 8, 2020 A motion was made to approve the agenda for the Regular Session of the Bossier Parish School Board for October 8, 2020 as presented. 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, Sandra Darby, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith, Kenneth M Wiggins

2. Recognitions/Presentations 2.01 Recognition: BPS “Good News!” (Presented by Sonja Bailes, Public Relations Liaison) Six 4-H’ers have been selected to serve on 4-H State Boards this year. There were also 15 state blue ribbon winners in the 4-H University virtual competition held over the summer. The Louisiana 4-H Shooting Sports Team traveled to Nebraska and won the 2019 4-H National Championship title. Seven Bossier Parish 4-H’ers were on that team. District 37 Senator Barrow Peacock authored both a Senate Resolution and a Concurrent Senate Resolution. The resolution is signed by the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House of Representatives. Quincy Gardner, President of the Bossier Optimist Club presented a check to Mrs. Arcenia Anthony for the Bossier Schools Sunshine Room. Dr. Holly French-Hart announced that pending the approval of the Board of Trustees for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, BPSTIL will extend its partnership with Bossier Parish Community College to become an off-campus institution site and – for the first time – offer coursework for more than 50-percent of a program. BPSTIL Principal Dr. Jayda Spillers successfully completed the last defense of her dissertation at University of Louisiana Monroe and earned her doctoral designation. On behalf of Bossier Schools and Coldwell Banker Gosslee, Mrs. Bailes bestowed the Award of Excellence medallion for passion, perseverance and pride on Dr. Jayda Spillers. Lt. Col. Dave Hadden, Director of Transportation, was recognized as the latest recipient of Bossier Schools’ Gold Star award. Jill Valentine with Bossier Federal Credit Union awarded a plaque to Col Hadden. On behalf of Coldwell Banker Gosslee, he was honored with the Award of Excellence.

3. Requests/Updates/Reports 3.01 Request: Add item 3.02 Approval of 13th check guidelines to agenda A motion was made to add Approval of 13th check guidelines to the agenda. Unanimous vote required. The vote was unanimous. 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, Sandra Darby, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith, Kenneth M Wiggins

3.02 Request: Approval of 13th check guidelines A motion was made to approve the 13th check guidelines as presented.

President Dennis Bamburg asked if there were any public comments and there were none.

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

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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, Sandra Darby, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith, Kenneth M Wiggins

3.11 Item 4 of the Buildings & Grounds/Planning & Development Committee Meeting: The Committee recommends the BPSB contract with McNew Architecture, APAC for Architectural design services of Roof Replacements at Benton Middle, TL Rodes and Platt and authorize the Superintendent to sign a professional services contract, and authorize bidding of Roof Replacements at Benton Middle, TL Rodes, Platt and Legacy 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, Sandra Darby, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith, Kenneth M Wiggins

3.03 Request: Add item 3.04 Approval of Compass Payments to agenda A motion as made to add Approval of Compass payments to the agenda. Unanimous vote required. The vote was unanimous.

Motion by Eric Newman, second by Tammy A Smith Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Dennis Bamburg, Adam Bass, Kent L Bockhaus, Billie Jo Brotherton, Glen Bullard, Shane Cheatham, Sandra Darby, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith, Kenneth M Wiggins 3.04 Request: Approval of Compass Payments A motion was made to approve Compass Payments as presented. President Dennis Bamburg asked if there were any public comments and there were none

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

3.12 Item 5 of the Buildings & Grounds/Planning & Development Committee Meeting: The Committee recommends the BPSB authorize purchase of basketball scoreboards for the main gym at Bossier High, funded by 2012 Bond Construction Fund

3.13 Item 6 of the Buildings & Grounds/Planning & Development Committee Meeting: The Committee recommends the BPSB authorize purchase and installation of a commercial washer and dryer and conversion of a dressing room to a laundry at Benton High, funded by 2012 Bond Construction Fund

3.14 Item 7 of the Buildings & Grounds/Planning & Development Committee Meeting: The Committee recommends the BPSB approve a Resolution to nominate Sixteenth Section School Board Lands in Township 16 North, Range 10 West, Bienville and Bossier Parishes for a state agency mineral lease

The following Resolution was offered by Glen Bullard and seconded by Kent Bockhaus in committee: RESOLUTION OF BOSSIER PARISH SCHOOL BOARD

3.05 Request: Long Term Virtual Option (Presented by Mitch Downey, Superintendent) A motion was made to approve the Long-Term Virtual Option as presented.

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

BE IT RESOLVED that pursuant to a public notice, a regularly scheduled meeting of Bossier Parish School Board was held on the 8th day of October, 2020, at 6 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock P.M. where the following resolution, upon motion duly seconded and passed, was adopted, to-wit:

3.06 Request: Approval of Solicitation Award Cafeteria Equipment, Large (Presented by Nicia Bamburg, Chief Financial Officer) A motion was made to approve solicitation award for Cafeteria Equipment, Large, as presented.

BE IT RESOLVED that the Bossier Parish School Board has determined that it is the owner of mineral interests in and under immovable property more particularly described as follows: All of Lots Nos 1, 2 and 3, Section 16, Township 16 North, Range 10 West, Bienville and Bossier Parishes, Louisiana, excluding the beds and bottoms of all navigable waters location in said section, containing approximately 92.83 acres.

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, Sandra Darby, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith, Kenneth M Wiggins

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Bossier Parish School Board has received a written request from McGinty-Durham, Inc., that the School Board seek public bids for an oil, gas and mineral lease covering this property, and the Board has determined that it desires to take advantage of LSA R.S. 30:121-136 and 151-156 as amended, to authorize the Louisiana State Mineral and Energy Board to nominate this property for state agency mineral lease; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Bossier Parish School Board in legal session convened, that it does hereby direct and authorize the Louisiana State Mineral and Energy Board and the Office of Mineral Resources to accept nominations, advertise for, accept and award bids, and execute all oil, gas and mineral leases pertaining to the immovable property listed above. YEAS:

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3.15 Items for Discussion Only of the Buildings & Grounds/Planning & Development Committee Meeting 2012 Bond Construction UpdatesÂ Program Manager SGB-Yates, A Joint Venture - Clarence Babineaux updated the Committee on: * 2012 Bond Program Balance * Construction Schedule * Haughton High School Wing * Cope Middle School Wing * Benton Intermediate School Wing

3.07 Report: Buildings & Grounds/Planning & Development Committee Meeting held October 6, 2020 (Presented by Billie Jo Brotherton, Chairperson)

Date/Time/Location: October 6, 2020 / 5:00 PM / Bossier Instructional Center Present Also in Attendance Committee Members Billie Jo Brotherton, Chairperson x Adam Bass Kent Bockhaus x Glen Bullard x Shane Cheatham x Duane Deen x Eric NewmanÂ x Ex-Officio Members: Dennis Bamburg, President x Tammy Smith, Vice-President x

3.08 Item 1 of the Buildings & Grounds/Planning & Development Committee Meeting: The Committee recommends the BPSB contract with Nixon Engineering Solutions, LLC for Civil Engineering design services of Haughton High Paving and Drainage Improvements and Purtle & Associates, LLC for Electrical Engineering design services for Haughton High LED Field Lighting, funded by 2012 Bond Construction Fund, and authorize the Superintendent to sign professional services contracts

3.09 Item 2 of the Buildings & Grounds/Planning & Development Committee Meeting: The Committee recommends the BPSB authorize bidding of Greenacres HVAC Replacement, at an estimated construction cost of $785,400 funded by 2012 Bond Construction Fund 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, Sandra Darby, Duane Deen, Eric Newman, J W Slack, Tammy A Smith, Kenneth M Wiggins

A motion was made to add item 3 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Elm Grove Middle HVACâ&#x20AC;? to the committee agenda. The motion passed unanimously and there were no public comments.

3.10 Item 3 of the Buildings & Grounds/Planning & Development Committee Meeting: The Committee recommends the BPSB contract with Purtle & Associates, LC for professional design services of Elm Grove Middle HVAC Replacement and authorize the Superintendent to sign a professional services contract, funded by 2012 Bond Construction Fund Premium

4. Announcements/Superintendentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Comments 4.01 Announcements/Superintendentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Comments * Superintendent Downey made the following public statement: Bossier Parish Schools are adhering and complying with the directives of the Office of Public Health and Region 7 Director, Dr. Martha Whyte. The isolations and quarantines that have been determined over the last few months are incompliance with that office. They are not the policies or guidelines that have been voted on or put in place by Bossier Schools or the School Board. It is in direct compliance with the Office of Public Health. * BPSB Schools and Centers will be closed October 12-16, 2020 for Fall Break. * Next Regular Session of the Board will be held November 5, 2020 at 6:00 PM at the BIC.

5. Adjournment 5.01 Adjournment of the Regular Session of the Board A motion was made to adjourn the regular session of the Bossier Parish School Board for October 8, 2020.

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

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BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY BENTON, LOUISIANA MINUTES October 21, 2020 www.bossierparishla.gov The Bossier Parish Police Jury met in regular and legal session on the 21st day of October, 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. Doug Rimmer, and the pledge of allegiance was led by Mr. Chris Marsiglia. Ms. Rachel Hauser, Parish Secretary, called the roll, with all members present as follows: Mr. Glenn Benton Mr. Chris Marsiglia Mr. Bob Brotherton Mr. Mac Plummer Mr. Jimmy Cochran Mr. Doug Rimmer Mr. Jerome Darby Mr. Philip Rodgers 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. -RH ( Âł%XWFKÂ´ )RUG -U 3DULVK (QJLQHHU; Mr. Eric Hudson, Assistant Parish Engineer; Ms. Rachel Hauser, Parish Secretary. *** Motion was made by Mr. Brotherton, seconded by Mr. Rimmer, to authorize the advertising for bids for annual supplies and materials for the Bossier Parish Highway Department, bids to be received Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. 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 adoption of an ordinance amending Chapter 110, Article ,, Âł*HQHUDO 3DULsh 5HJXODWLRQVÂ´ RI WKH %RVVLHU 3DULVK &RGH RI 2UGLQDQFHV E\ DGGLQJ 6HFWLRQ - Âł3HWLWLRQ 5HTXLUHGÂ´ WR UHTXLUH D SHWLWLRQ WR EH VLJQHG E\ DOO ORW RZQHUV LQ D %RVVLHU 3DULVK DSSURYHG VXEGLYLVLRQ LQ RUGHU

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2020 11 for a public hearing to be scheduled before the Bossier Parish Police Jury to subdivide a lot or place an additional living structure on a lot. The President called for public comment. Mr. Ryan Estess, Raley and Associates, Inc., stated that the proposed ordinance may result in unintentional consequences. He stated that there are a number of large rural tracts in Bossier Parish that will fall under the proposed ordinance, specifically tracts of land located just south of Swan Lake Road off Airline Drive, that are currently zoned residential. Mr. Estess stated that if approved, the proposed ordinance would give one property owner who refuses to sign a petition the power to stop any future commercial development in that area. Mr. Estess requested clarification on proposed Section 110-37(B)(1) ÂłExceptions: (No petition required)Â´ ZKLFK UHDGV ÂłVeparate dwelling unit for a caregiver if the property where the additional dwelling unit is being requested, is within the unincorporated area of the Bossier MPC JurisdictionÂ´ Ms. Carlotta Askew-Brown, Bossier Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission, stated that proposed Section 110-37(B)(1) states that a petition would not be required for a caregiver and that the Bossier Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission Unified Development Code allows for a second dwelling to be placed on a tract of land for a caregiver if the tract is two or more acres. She further stated that if the tract of land is less than two acres, the caregiver exception is not allowed. Mr. Keith Norwood, Supervisor of Planning and Construction for the Bossier Parish School Board, stated that the School Board owns property that could be adversely affected if the proposed ordinance is adopted. He further stated that the School Board previously purchased a piece of property that was subdivided in 1922 and subdivision plats were not as detailed as they are today. Mr. Norwood stated that his main concern is that adoption of the proposed ordinance will prohibit the School Board from moving forward with plans to develop the properties. Ms. Dixey Robertson, Executive Officer for Home Builders Association of Northwest Louisiana, stated that she is concerned if the proposed ordinance is adopted, any future zoning amendment requests to allow future developments will be in jeopardy if 100 percent (100%) approval from all surrounding property owners is required for zoning amendments and/or resubdivision of lots in parish approved subdivisions. She further stated that while she understands the need for regulations, the proposed ordinance being considered today may have unintentional consequences which have not been considered. Ms. Robertson stated that it is possible that the proposed ordinance could prohibit a lot owner from constructing a pool house on their property or prohibit construction of climate control storage units if one lot owner refuses to sign a petition allowing construction of these types of buildings. Mr. Jackson stated that the purpose of the proposed ordinance is to prohibit someone in a residential subdivision to take a lot and repurpose it for anything other than what it was originally intended to be. He stated that the proposed ordinance does not pertain to commercial lots or plats from the 1920s. He further stated that the proposed ordinance has been revised many times in an effort to allow for exceptions that have been presented today. Ms. Robertson stated that her main concern is how residential property could be affected by the proposed ordinance. She stated that she opposes adoption of an ordinance requiring a petition be signed by 100 percent (100%) of surrounding property owners in order to make changes to a residential lot. Mr. Jason Westerman, Red Chute Land Surveying, LLC, stated that he is a surveyor in Bossier Parish and is concerned with possible repercussions adoption of the proposed ordinance requiring 100 percent (100%) participation by surrounding property owners may have on future development in Bossier Parish. He stated that he has several clients with property that was subdivided in the 1950s, and asked if a new petition signed by 100 percent (100%) of the surrounding property owners will be required each time a property owner in that subdivision wishes to make a change to their property. Mr. Westerman requested clarification as to how the proposed ordinance will affect large tracts of land that are heir properties and have several owners. He stated that if one of the heirs of that tract of land refuses to sign a petition to subdivide the property or any other potential changes to the tract of land, what options will be available to the other heirs of the property in order to make changes to the tract of land. Mr. Reggie Lewis, Raley and Associates, Inc., expressed appreciation to Mr. Jackson for his explanation of the proposed ordinance being considered today. Mr. Jackson stated that within the last three to four years, the police jury has received numerous requests from developers for a variety of changes to residential lots. He provided several examples of requests made by developers for use of a residential subdivision lot which would not be for development of a home. Mr. Jackson explained the process and reasoning for creation of the proposed ordinance requiring 100 percent (100%) approval from all lot owners in a subdivision in order for the lot to be used for a different use other than construction of a home. He further stated that the goal of this ordinance is to protect the integrity of what people are investing in when they purchase a subdivision lot. Mr. Lewis addressed the proposed amendment to the Bossier Parish Code of Ordinances, Section 110-37(A)(1) ÂłPetition RequiredÂ´ ZKLFK VWDWHV WKDW D petition is required to be signed by all (100%) property owners within an existing platted and recorded subdivision in Bossier Parish before a public hearing can be scheduled to re-subdivide a platted and recorded lot, less than the average lot size in said subdivisionÂ´. He presented several examples of how the proposed ordinance could present unintentional hardship for developers and lot owners in a subdivision. He stated that due to the proposed ordinance, his office has already felt negative effects the proposed ordinance will cause. There was further discussion pertaining to the proposed ordinance and petition requirements. Mr. Rodgers stated that the police juryÂśs goal is to protect the original integrity of an existing subdivision and prohibit developers from changing that integrity without 100 percent (100%) approval from all lot owners invested in that subdivision. He further stated that adoption of the proposed ordinance will allow the police jury to protect existing approved subdivisions and property owners, and it is understood that amendments will likely be needed in the future in order to address any issues that may be presented. Mr. Lewis stated that he supports protecting subdivision lot owners, but is opposed to the proposed overlybroad all-encompassing ordinance and the police jury selectively enforcing said ordinance. Mr. Estess asked if adoption of the proposed ordinance will affect Section 110-64 ÂłSubmission of plat required; H[FHSWLRQVÂ´ RI WKH %RVVLHU 3DULVK &RGH RI 2UGLQDQFHV E\ UHTXLULQJ D SHWLWLRQ ZLWK SHUFHQW DSSURYDO RI DOO ORW owners in order to subdivide a tract of land. He stated that currently, Section 110-64 does not require a petition with 100 percent (100%) approval of lot owners in order to subdivide tracts of land. Mr. Jackson stated that the code currently reflects that a tract of land cannot be subdivided without proof being provided to the police jury that all adjacent neighbors to the tract of land have no objection. Mr. Jackson stated that if the police jury approves the proposed ordinance as presented, he requested that any issues that may arise as a result of adoption of said ordinance be brought before the police jury in order to discuss and make the needed adjustments to better meet the needs of the developers and property owners. After further discussion, motion was made by Mr. Plummer, seconded by Mr. Skaggs, to adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 110, Article I, Âł*HQHUDO 3DULVK 5HJXODWLRQVÂ´ RI WKH %RVVLHU 3DULVK &RGH RI Ordinances by adding Section 110- Âł3HWLWLRQ 5HTXLUHGÂ´ WR UHTXLUH D SHWLWLRQ WR EH VLJQHG E\ DOO ORW owners in a Bossier Parish approved subdivision in order for a public hearing to be scheduled before the Bossier Parish Police Jury to subdivide a lot or place an additional living structure on a lot. The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 4796 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 110 OF THE BOSSIER PARISH CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ADDING ARTICLE II, SECTION 110-37 WHICH REQUIRES A PETITION SIGNED BY ALL (100%) OF PROPERTY OWNERS WITHIN AN EXISTING PLATTED AND RECORDED SUBDIVISION IN BOSSIER PARISH BEFORE A PUBLIC HEARING CAN BE SCHEDULED; AND EXEMPTIONS BE IT ORDAINED by the Bossier Parish Police Jury in regular and legal session on this 21st day of October, 2020, that Chapter 110, Article II. General Parish Regulations, be and is hereby amended to add Section 110-37 to read as follows: Section 110-37. Petition Required. A) A petition is required to be signed by all (100%) of the property owners within an existing platted and recorded residential subdivision in Bossier Parish before a public hearing can be scheduled. A petition is required if the intent is: 1) to re-subdivide a platted and recorded lot, less than the average lot size in said subdivision; 2) to place an additional dwelling on an existing lot or parcel of land; 3) to change the existing zoning of a recorded and platted residential subdivision to a multifamily, manufactured home park (MHP), commercial or industrial district; 4) to change the intended use of the lot. B) Exceptions: (No petition required) 1) separate dwelling unit for a caregiver if the property where the additional dwelling unit is being requested, is within the unincorporated area of the Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan PODQQLQJ &RPPLVVLRQÂśV jurisdiction; 2) property located within the Highway 80 Overlay District and the Red Chute Âą Haughton Highway 80 Redevelopment Overlay District are exempt from the petition requirement. The ordinance was offered by Mr. Plummer, seconded by Mr. Skaggs. Upon unanimous vote, it was duly adopted on this 21st day of October, 2020. RACHEL D. HAUSER JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT PARISH SECRETARY BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY *** Motion was made by Mr. Rodgers, seconded by Mr. Plummer, to consider approval of the Minor Plat for Miguel Lopez, located in Section 33, Township 20 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. Salzer, seconded by Mr. Jorden, to schedule a public hearing on December 2, 2020, to consider the application of the Benton-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission to consider regulations for Abutting Lots. The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Motion was made by Mr. Jorden, seconded by Mr. Brotherton, to schedule a public hearing on December 2, 2020, to consider approval of the amended plat for Dry Cypress North Subdivision, Unit No. 1, being a re-plat of Dry Cypress North Subdivision, Unit No. 1, located in Section 23, Township 20 North, Range 12 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. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Plummer, to schedule a public hearing on December 2, 2020, to consider adoption of the 2021 Bossier Parish Police Jury Budget. The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Mr. David Ghormley, Property Standards Officer, presented photographs of property located at 275 Adger Lake Road, Benton, LA, Tax Assessment No. 166878. He stated that there has been a substantial amount of work done to clean the property, and recommended that this matter be dismissed. Motion was made by Mr. Rodgers, seconded by Mr. Marsiglia, to dismiss condemnation proceedings on property located at 275 Adger Lake Road, Benton, LA, Tax Assessment No. 166878. The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** Mr. Philip Rodgers, Chairman of the Broadband Study Committee, reported on a meeting of that committee. Committee members attending the Broadband Study Committee meeting were Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Jorden, and Mr. Marsiglia. Mr. Heath Lyles, Ms. Julie Gill, Ms. Stacy Tinsley, Mr. Pat Culverhouse, Mr. Matthew Rhodes, Mr. Bruce Easterly, Mr. Jackson, Ms. Fowler, and Ms. Jessica Aldridge were also present. Mr. Rodgers stated that the committee is working with US WiFi in an effort to bring reliable and affordable internet service throughout Bossier Parish. *** Motion was made by Mr. Darby, seconded by Mr. Rimmer, to adopt a joint proclamation with the Caddo Parish Commission, the City of Shreveport, the City of Bossier City, and Desoto Parish Police Jury proclaiming the week of November 5- DV 9HWHUDQÂśV &HOHEUDWLRQ :HHN DQG WR DXWKRUL]H WKH 3UHVLGHQW WR H[HFXWH VDLG Proclamation. The President called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, millions of Americans have served in the Armed Forces of the United States during the past century and have made the ultimate sacrifice; and WHEREAS, the Caddo Parish Commission, City of Shreveport, Bossier City, the Bossier Parish Police Jury, and Desoto Parish Police Jury have united together to sponsor an honor ceremony for our local veterans; and :+(5($6 DOO EXVLQHVVHV DQG SXEOLF HQWLWLHV DUH DVNHG WR SRVW Âľ7KDQN <RXÂś DQG Âľ:HlcoPH 9HWHUDQVÂś VLJQV during the week of November 5th through November 11th, recognizing the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women who served and who are still active in the Armed Forces; and WHEREAS, public and private school systems, primary, secondary and higher education institutions are asked to schedule educational programs, whereby veterans and military personnel may serve as guest speakers. Special recognition to our veterans at all religious institutions during religious services is also encouraged; and WHEREAS, all citizens of Caddo Parish, Shreveport, Bossier City, Bossier Parish, Desoto Parish, and surrounding municipalities are asked to honor our veterans, for protecting our American freedoms. Due to the COVID19 Pandemic, there will be no Parade or Honor Ceremony this year, however, we are still honoring local veterans through virtual means; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Caddo Parish Commission, the City of Shreveport, Bossier City, the Bossier Parish Police Jury, and Desoto Parish Police Jury, meeting in legal and regular session convened during the month of November does hereby proclaim November 5th through November 11th, 2020, as Âľ9HWHUDQV &HOHEUDWLRQ :HHNÂś in Caddo Parish, Shreveport, Bossier City, Bossier Parish, and Desoto Parish, Louisiana, and urges all citizens to join with all governmental entities and the vicinity to celebrate the 9WK $QQLYHUVDU\ RI Âľ9HWHUDQV &HOHEUDWLRQ :HHNÂś KRQRULQJ our veterans and their families. MARIO CHAVEZ, PRESIDENT ADRIAN PERKINS, MAYOR CADDO PARISH COMMISSION CITY OF SHREVEPORT JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT LORENZ WALKER, MAYOR BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY CITY OF BOSSIER CITY

KENNETH R. EPPERSON, SR., CHAIRPERSON VETERANS CELEBRATION COMMITTEE

REGIE ROW, PRESIDENT DESOTO PARISH POLICE JURY *** Motion was made by Mr. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Rodgers, to adopt a resolution authorizing the issuance of not to exceed $12,000,000 Revenue Refunding Bonds (Bossier Parish Public Improvement Projects), in one or more series, taxable or tax-H[HPSW WKH Âł%RQGVÂ´ WR DGYDQFH UHIXQG DOO RU D SRUWLRQ RI WKH $XWKRULW\ÂśV $11,835,000 Revenue BondV %RVVLHU 3DULVK 3XEOLF ,PSURYHPHQW 3URMHFWV 6HULHV WKH Âł3ULRU %RQGVÂ´ WR fund reserves, if necessary, and to pay costs of issuance of the Bonds, including the premium for a bond insurance policy, if necessary. Approving the forms of and authorizing the execution and delivery of documents, certificates or contracts required in connection therewith, and authorizing the President, Secretary of the Parish, Administrator of the Parish and such other officials of the Parish to do all things necessary to effectuate the Resolution. The President called for public comment. Mr. Shaun Toups, Governmental Consultants, stated that this action provides for a $2 million savings, or $90,000.00 per year, for the Parish of Bossier. Votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF AND APPROVING THE FORMS OF CERTAIN DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $

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$12,000,000 LOUISIANA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENVIRONMENTAL FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS (BOSSIER PARISH PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS), SERIES 2020, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES; TAXABLE OR TAX-EXEMPT TO BE ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE PARISH OF BOSSIER FOR THE PURPOSE OF REFUNDING CERTAIN MATURITIES OF THE $11,835,000 LOUISIANA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENVIRONMENTAL FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REVENUE BONDS (PARISH OF BOSSIER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS), SERIES 2012; AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, the Parish of Bossier, State of Louisiana (the "Parish") adopted a resolution on September 16, 2020 WKH Â³3ULRU 5HVROXWLRQÂ´ authorizing the Parish to proceed with a refunding through the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority (the "Authority") for the purpose of, (i) advance refunding all or a portion of the Authority's $11,835,000 Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority Revenue Bonds (Parish of Bossier Public Improvement Projects), Series 2012 (the "Prior Bonds"), (ii) funding reserves, if necessary, and (iii) paying costs of issuance of the Bonds, including the premium for a bond insurance policy, if necessary; and WHEREAS, the Authority has authorized the issuance of not to exceed $12,000,000 Revenue Refunding Bonds (Bossier Parish Public Improvement Projects), in one or more series, taxable or tax-exemSW WKH Â³%RQGVÂ´ , and the loan of the proceeds thereof to the Parish to advance refund all or a portion of the Prior Bonds; and WHEREAS, the Parish now desires to authorize the issuance of the Bonds, approve the forms of certain documents to be executed by the Parish in connection with the issuance of the Bonds and the loan of the proceeds thereof to the Parish by the Authority and to provide for matters relating thereto. NOW, THEREFORE: BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY, IN LEGAL SESSION CONVENED, ACTING AS THE GOVERNING BODY THEREOF, THAT: SECTION 1: The foregoing recitals are hereby confirmed and are incorporated as a part of this Resolution. SECTION 2: The Parish hereby authorizes the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority and the loan of the proceeds thereof to the Parish WKH Â³/RDQÂ´ The Parish hereby pledges and dedicates Lawfully Available Funds (as defined within the Prior Resolution) to the repayment of the Loan. SECTION 3: The Parish hereby ratifies the parameters of the Bonds and all other provisions, as set forth in 3ULRU 5HVROXWLRQ DQG DXWKRUL]HV WKH LVVXDQFH RI WKH %RQGV WKH Â³Series 2020 %RQGVÂ´ 7KH 6HULHV 20 Bonds shall be issued in a principal amount of not to exceed $12,000,000, shall mature not later than March 1, 2042, and shall bear interest at a fixed rate of not to exceed five percent (5.0%) per annum. In order to fund the aforementioned borrowing, the Authority is authorized to issue, sell and deliver to Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc., Baton Rouge, Louisiana (the Â³UnderwriterÂ´ RU WR DQRWKHU SXUFKDVHU, after submitting an offer to purchase determined to be most beneficial by the Parish Administrator. SECTION 4: The Parish hereby approves the forms of and the execution of the Loan Agreement to be entered into between the Authority and the Parish WKH Â³/RDQ $JUHHPHQWÂ´ DQG WKH 7UXVW ,QGHQWXUH WR EH HQWHUHG LQWR between the Authority and Regions Bank DV WUXVWHH WKH Â³,QGHQWXUHÂ´ each in substantially the forms as submitted to the Parish and filed with the official minutes of the Parish, all of the provisions of which are hereby made a part of this Resolution, with such additions, omissions and changes as may be approved by Bond Counsel to the Authority. SECTION 5: The Parish hereby ratifies all actions heretofore taken by or on behalf of the Parish and the Authority in connection with the Bonds. SECTION 6: In connection with the issuance of the Bonds, the Parish GHVLUHV WR DELGH E\ WKH $XWKRULW\Â¶V established post issuance tax compliance policies to ensure that the Parish satisfies all applicable post-issuance compliance requirements of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, in order to preserve the tax-exempt status of the Bonds, if available. The Parish designates the ParishÂ¶V ([HFXWLYH 'LUHFWRr to ensure the 3DULVKÂ¶V FRQWLQXHG compliance with such policies. SECTION 7: The Parish hereby authorizes and directs the Parish Administrator, the President, Vice President, Parish Secretary, Parish Treasurer and Assistant Secretary of the Police Jury to do any and all things necessary and incidental to carry out the provisions of this Resolution and to assist the Authority in carrying out its functions in connection with the financing, including execution of the Loan Agreement, and such other financing documents and certificates deemed necessary with respect thereto in such forms as approved by Bond Counsel. SECTION 8: This Resolution shall take effect immediately, shall be published one time in the official journal of the Parish and a certified copy hereof shall be forwarded to the offices of the Authority. The resolution was offered by Mr. Skaggs, seconded by Mr. Rodgers. It was duly adopted on this 21st day of October, 2020, with the following vote 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 RACHEL D. HAUSER JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT PARISH SECRETARY BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY I, the undersigned Secretary of the Bossier Parish Police Jury, State of Louisiana (the "Parish"), do hereby certify that the foregoing constitutes a true and correct copy of a Resolution adopted by the Bossier Parish Police Jury, as the governing authority of the Parish on October 21, 2020, entitled: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF THE BONDS A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF AND APPROVING THE FORMS OF CERTAIN DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $12,000,000 LOUISIANA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENVIRONMENTAL FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS (BOSSIER PARISH PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS), SERIES 2020 IN ONE OR MORE SERIES; TAXABLE OR TAX-EXEMPT TO BE ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE PARISH OF BOSSIER FOR THE PURPOSE OF REFUNDING CERTAIN MATURITIES OF THE $11,835,000 LOUISIANA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENVIRONMENTAL FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REVENUE BONDS (PARISH OF BOSSIER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS), SERIES 2012; AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO. IN FAITH WHEREOF, witness my official signature and the impress of the official seal of the Bossier Parish Police Jury on this the 21st day of October 2020. s/ Rachel D. Hauser Rachel D. Hauser, Parish Secretary Bossier Parish Police Jury

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Mr. Brotherton expressed appreciation to Ms. Logan for her many years of service on the board, but in order to be a board member, you must live in the Parish of Bossier. Ms. Logan expressed appreciation to Mr. Brotherton and Mr. Rimmer for their attendance at the board meetings. She stated that in order to obtain a Bossier Parish library card, you are not required to reside in Bossier Parish, but can only provide proof that you own property in Bossier Parish. She requested that the police jury consider amending their regulations to require that a board member own property in Bossier Parish and not be required to live in Bossier Parish. Mr. Rimmer expressed appreciation to Ms. Logan for her many years of service on the board, but regulations clearly state that a board member must reside in Bossier Parish. He requested that a resolution of appreciation be adopted at a later date recognizing Ms. Logan for her many years of service to Bossier Parish Libraries. Motion carried with the following votes recorded: Mr. Benton, Mr. Brotherton, Mr. Darby, Mr. Gray, Mr. Jorden, Mr. Marsiglia, Mr. Plummer, AYES: Mr. Rimmer, Mr. Rodgers, Mr. Salzer, Mr. Skaggs NAYS: Mr. Cochran ABSTAIN: None None ABSENT: *** Motion was made by Mr. Plummer, seconded by Mr. Brotherton, to accept the proposal of Civil Design Group, LLC, in the amount of $9,500.00, for additional services for the Arthur Ray Teague Parkway Pedestrian Walkway, Bossier Parish, LA, and to authorize the execution of documents. 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 21st day of October, 2020, that William R. Altimus, Parish Administrator, or Jimmy Cochran, President, be and is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the Bossier Parish Police Jury, any and all documents or contracts in connection with the proposal of additional services for the Arthur Ray Teague Parkway Pedestrian Walkway, Bossier Parish, LA. The resolution was offered by Mr. Plummer, seconded by Mr. Brotherton. Upon unanimous vote, it was duly adopted on this 21st day of October, 2020. JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT RACHEL D. HAUSER PARISH SECRETARY BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on the Linton Road Bridge over Black Bayou project. He stated that the project will let November 18, 2020. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on Project No. 2020-106, Palmetto Road Turn Lanes. *** Mr. Hudson presented photographs of the Swan Lake Road Bridge at Poole Road project. He stated that it is anticipated that the bridge will open soon. *** Mr. Hudson presented photographs of the Swan Lake Road Realignment at Flat River project on Swan Lake Road at Legacy Elementary School and provided an update on the project. *** Mr. Hudson provided an update on the Johnson Koran Road Bridge over Foxskin Bayou project. *** Mr. Hudson provided information on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) inundated road damage from the 2016 flood event, PA-06-LA-4263-PW-00910(0), Paved Roads, project. *** Mr. Hudson provided information on the expansion of Arthur Ray Teague Parkway. *** 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. *** Mr. Rodgers expressed appreciation to Mr. Altimus and Mr. Jackson for their work to bring reliable and affordable internet service to the citizens of Bossier Parish. *** Mr. Benton stated that Bossier Parish Libraries recently sponsored an event at Tall Timbers Park. He stated that a small concert was held by the Shreveport Symphony woodwinds. He further stated that there are plans to hold additional concerts in the future. *** Mr. Gray expressed appreciation to the police jurors for his appointment to the Bossier Parish Library Board of Control, and looks forward to serving on the board. Mr. Gray expressed appreciation to the Bossier Parish Registrar of Voters office for their hard work to ensure that casting your vote during these difficult times is an easy process. *** Mr. Rimmer stated that he also attended the small concert held at Tall Timbers Park by the Shreveport Symphony woodwinds, advising that it was well attended. Mr. Rimmer reported on the waterfowl workshop sponsored by Trailblazer RC&D. He stated that it was well attended. *** Mr. Brotherton expressed appreciation to the Bossier Parish Registrar of Voters office for their hard work to make casting your vote this year as easy as possible during these difficult times. *** Finance Committee Meeting Âą October 21, 2020, 1:30 p.m. The Finance Committee of the Bossier Parish Police Jury met on this 21st day of October, 2020, at 1:30 p.m., in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Bossier Parish Courthouse, Benton, Louisiana, with all jurors present. *** Mr. Travis Morehart, Cook & Morehart, Certified Public Accountants, presented a review of the 2019 Bossier Parish Police Jury audit. He reported on a significant deficiency, advising that during 2019, the Consolidated Waterworks/Sewerage District No. 1 and 2 changed the software utilized for certain billings for water and sewer customers. He stated that due to difficulties in implementing the new software, accounting records were not maintained on a current basis for three to four months of 2019, and the daily work was also not reconciled to the accounting records during that time period. Mr. Morehart stated that controls and checklists have been implemented for the Consolidated Waterworks/Sewerage District No. 1 and 2 of the Parish of Bossier to ensure accounting records are maintained on a current basis and monitored by the Assistant Parish Treasurer and Parish Treasurer on a monthly basis. *** Motion was made by Mr. Rimmer, seconded by Mr. Benton, to approve payment of accounts payable invoices for the month of September, 2020. The Chairman called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. *** 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 21st day of October, 2020, the meeting was adjourned by the President at 3:15 p.m. RACHEL D. HAUSER JIMMY COCHRAN, PRESIDENT BOSSIER PARISH POLICE JURY PARISH SECRETARY

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October 19, 2020

The Bossier Parish Communications District One Board in regular and legal session convened on October 19, 2020 at the Bossier Parish Communications District One Board Room, located at 4601 Palmetto Road in Benton, Louisiana.

Chairman Varnell called the meeting to order.

Members present as follows: Charles Varnell Ken Ward Doug Rogers Billy Jordan Absent:

Andy Holley

Jim Williams John Mark Robertson

Chairman Varnell introduced the minutes of the September 14, 2020 minutes for approval. The motion was made by Mr. Williams, seconded by Mr. Ward, to dispense with the reading and approve the minutes as presented. Upon unanimous vote, the motion carried.

Mrs. Hilburn presented the Board with financial reports, reflecting year-to-date balances as well as up-to-date income and expenses. The Parochial Retirement will remain the same at 12.25% for 2021. The motion was made by Mr. Ward, seconded by Mr. Jordan to approve the financial report as presented. Upon unanimous vote, the motion carried.

Director Report: Mrs. Hilburn reported of the need for several repairs to the facility. The roof due to hail damage, carport cover due to age, window in Directors office from leaking, along with carpet replacement in the administrative area. But prior to these repairs being scheduled she advised of contacting Power Lift to schedule a warranty inspection. It appears one of the braces on the south end of the building has broken, causing the building to shift and will have to be repaired for the stated projects can be completed. She also reported that EMD training is underway and should be completed mid-November.

Old Business: None

New Business: Mrs. Hilburn presented Board Members with updates to Policy and Procedure Section 3 Sub-section 3.1 for review and consideration for approval. The above mentioned section is relevant to Job classification as Mrs. Hilburn advised of adding the new IT Specialist position along with bring other job classifications in line with current operations. Motion was made by Mr. Jordan, seconded by Mr. Rogers to accept the changes. Upon unanimous vote, the motion carried. Mrs. Hilburn requested to adjourn into executive session to discuss personnel matters. Motion made by Mr. Ward, seconded by Mr. Rogers to adjourn into executive session. Upon unanimous vote the motion carried. Executive Session Time: 6:00 Motion to re-enter into regular session by Mr. Jordan, seconded by Mr. Ward. Upon unanimous vote the motion carried. Re-enter time: 6:40. There being no further business to come before the Bossier Parish Communications District One Board, the motion was made by Mr. Williams, seconded by Mr. Rogers to adjourn the meeting. Upon unanimous vote, the motion carried.

Mr. Benton stated that it has been brought to his attention that Ms. Carolyn Logan, who currently serves on the Library Board of Control is not a resident of Bossier Parish. He stated that in order to serve on the board, you must be a resident of Bossier Parish. Ms. Hauser stated that on October 7, 2020, she emailed Ms. Heather McEntee, Director of Bossier Parish /LEUDULHV UHTXHVWLQJ YHULILFDWLRQ RI 0V &DURO\Q /RJDQÂśs residence. She stated that on October 8, 2020, Ms. McEntee replied via email sWDWLQJ WKDW 0V /RJDQÂśV UHVLGHQFH LV ORFDWHG LQ 'R\OLQH, LA. Ms. Hauser stated that on October 12, 2020, Ms. Logan contacted her stating that Ms. McEntee requested that she contact the police jury office to provide information pertaining to her residence. She stated that Ms. Logan advised that her residence is located at 280 Tadpole Road, Doyline, LA 71023. Ms. Hauser stated that Ms. Logan advised that she is a taxpayer in Webster Parish, and also owns property in Bossier Parish in which she pays taxes. Ms. Hauser stated that Ms. Logan advised that she has two daughters that live in Bossier Parish and she spends a great deal of time at their homes, but her residence is located in Webster Parish. Ms. Logan was present. She stated that her residential address is 280 Tadpole Road, Doyline, LA. She stated that she was appointed to the Bossier Parish Library Board of Control in 1983, and wishes to remain on the board. Ms. Logan VWDWHG WKDW LW ZDV EURXJKW WR WKH SROLFH MXU\ÂśV DWWHQWLRQ RI KHU OLYLQJ Ln Doyline, LA, in 1996, and Mr. +DQN 0HDFKXP SUHYLRXV SROLFH MXURU VWDWHG WKDW GXH WR FLWL]HQVÂś ODFN RI LQWHUHVW LQ VHUYLQJ RQ ERDUGV 0V /RJDQ FRXOG continue to serve regardless of her not being a resident of Bossier Parish. Ms. Logan stated that she owns property in Bossier Parish and pays taxes on that property, but does not live in Bossier Parish. Mr. Jackson stated that in order to serve on a Bossier Parish board, the member must live in Bossier Parish. Mr. Benton recommended that Mr. Charles Gray be appointed to replace Ms. Logan and serve out the remainder of her term. After further discussion, motion was made by Mr. Benton, seconded by Mr. Jorden, to appoint Mr. Charles Gray to the Bossier Parish Library Board of Control to replace Ms. Carolyn Logan due to Ms. Logan living outside the Parish of Bossier and to serve the remainder of that term, term expiring October 1, 2021. The President called for public comment. Ms. Freddie Cherry, previous Bossier Parish Library Board of Control member, stated that she served 15 years on the board and is a lifelong resident of Bossier Parish. She stated that she served on the board with Ms. Logan, and feels that Ms. Logan should be able to continue to serve.

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REGULAR SESSION MINUTES MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMAN TOWN OF BENTON 105 SIBLEY STREET, BENTON, BOSSIER PARISH, LOUISIANA MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2020 AT 6:00 PM

CALL TO ORDER: PRESENT: ABSENT:

AGENDA:

Mayor Shelly Horton

Alderman Jackie Carr, Alderman Linda Gates, Alderman Ron Jones, Alderman Wayne Cathcart Alderman Leighton Allen

Motion by Alderman Jones seconded by Alderman Gates

MINUTES:

OLD BUSINESS

to approve the Regular Session Agenda Public Comments None 4 In Favor Opposed 0

Motion by Alderman Carr seconded by Alderman Jones to approve the Minutes Public Comments None In Favor 4 Opposed 0

1. None

NEW BUSINESS

1. Cook and Morehart: Discussion of 2019 Audit report. Vickie Case with spoke to council about the Town being in great financial shape and that there were no findings on the 2019 Audit. Public Comments: None

2. Introduce and set for Public Hearing Ordinance 566 of 2020: Amending the Town of Benton Code of Ordinances adding Chapter 7.

Motion Alderman Cathcart seconded by Alderman Carr to introduce and set for Public Hearing on November 9

Public Comments None AYES: Alderman Jackie Carr, Alderman Linda Gates, Alderman Ron Jones, Alderman Wayne Cathcart ABSENT: Alderman Leighton Allen None ABSTAIN: None NEYS:

3. Introduce and set for Public Hearing Ordinance 567 of 2020: Amending the Town of Benton Code of Ordinances for regulations of Food Truck Vendors

Motion Alderman Jones seconded by Alderman Carr to introduce and set for Public Hearing on November 9

Public Comments None AYES: Alderman Jackie Carr, Alderman Linda Gates, Alderman Ron Jones, Alderman Wayne Cathcart ABSENT: Alderman Leighton Allen None ABSTAIN: None NEYS:

4. To adopt Resolution 7 of 2020: Lost River Estates Final Plat approval BE IT RESOLVED the Town of Benton accepts the final plat of the Lost River Estates South Unit 2, approved as a final plat under the MPCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regulations and procedures by the Benton-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;MPCâ&#x20AC;?) at its regular meeting of October 5 2020 by a unanimous vote: WHEREAS the Final Plat of Lost River Estates South Unit No. 2 being a Planned Unite Development for 29.251 acres, more or less, located in Sections 5 & 6, Township 19 North, Range 13 West, and Sections 31 & 32, Township 20 North, Range 13 West, Benton, Louisiana. (Southern portion of the existing Lost River Subdivision) (Town Council District 5) (Police Jury District 3) WHEREAS the subject plat is dated October 5, 2020 and was signed by the MPC Chair on October 5, 2020.Â Â WHEREAS the Developer shall submit and receive Town approval of construction plans prior to commencing any clearing of the land to be developed.Â NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, upon satisfactory completion of construction of the approved amenities and of allÂ infrastructure to be dedicated to the Town under its regulations and procedures for subdivision development, the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign the final plat.Â BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that no lots may be sold, and no building permits issued until the final plat is approved and signed by the Mayor and recorded with the Bossier Parish Clerk of Court. Resolution was read in full and adopted on the 12th day of October 2020 by the following vote: Motion Alderman Gates seconded by Alderman Carr to adopt Public Comments None AYES: Alderman Jackie Carr, Alderman Linda Gates, Alderman Ron Jones, Alderman Wayne Cathcart Alderman Leighton Allen ABSENT: ABSTAIN: None None NEYS:

5. To approve Upgrade of Sewer Force Main located on Palmetto Road (Outside Sewer): After some discussion it was decided to approve the project.

Motion Alderman Jones seconded by Alderman Cathcart to approve Public Comments None AYES: Alderman Jackie Carr, Alderman Linda Gates, Alderman Ron Jones, Alderman Wayne Cathcart ABSENT: Alderman Leighton Allen None ABSTAIN: NEYS: None

6. To set a time a date in the month of October for a Budget Work Session: A date is set for Tuesday, October 27 at 6pm

Motion Alderman Jones seconded by Alderman Gates Public Comments None AYES: Alderman Jackie Carr, Alderman Linda Gates, Alderman Ron Jones, Alderman Wayne Cathcart ABSENT: Alderman Leighton Allen ABSTAIN: None None NEYS:

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

Motion Alderman Carr seconded by Alderman Jones Public Comments None AYES: Alderman Jackie Carr, Alderman Linda Gates, Alderman Ron Jones, Alderman Wayne Cathcart ABSENT: Alderman Leighton Allen ABSTAIN: None NEYS: None Motion Alderman Cathcart seconded by Alderman Jones to adjourn the meeting In favor 4 Opposed 0

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Public Notice:

PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING STATE OF LOUISIANA

The Board of Aldermen of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at 205 West Palmetto Ave, Plain Dealing, Louisiana. The purpose of this hearing is to consider adoption of Ordinance Nos. 4 through 10, which amend the Town of Plain Dealingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Annual Budget of 2020, as follows:

Proposed Ordinance No. 4 of 2020 - An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by Ordinance Number 15 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (General Fund)

Proposed Ordinance No. 5 of 2020 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by Ordinance Number 16 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Sales Tax)

Proposed Ordinance No. 6 of 2020 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by Ordinance Number 17 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Industrial Development Fund)

Proposed Ordinance No. 7 of 2020 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by Ordinance Number 18 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Water Fund)

Proposed Ordinance No. 8 of 2020 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by Ordinance Number 19 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Sewer Fund)

Proposed Ordinance No. 9 of 2020 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Deal-

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ing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by Ordinance Number 20 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Cemetery Fund)

Proposed Ordinance No. 10 of 2020 – An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts and expenditures for the Capital Outlay Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2020 and ending December 31, 2020, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appropriating the amounts herein set forth as a Budget of expenditures.

The Board of Aldermen of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at 205 West Palmetto Ave, Plain Dealing, Louisiana. The purpose of this hearing is to consider adoption of Ordinance Nos. 11 through 17, which adopt the Town of Plain Dealing’s Annual Budget of 2021, as follows:

Motion was made by Alderman J. Cook to table the matter until January when the town has legal representation. Motion failed due to lack of a second.

After further discussion, Mr. Cannon withdrew his proposal to lease the town’s alleyway.

Old Business: None New Business:

Motion was made by Alderman J. Cook, seconded by Alderwoman S. Gay, to approve the Financial Statements for the period ending September 30, 2020. The Mayor called for public comment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2020

YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. Jennings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None

Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. 12 of 2020 –

An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts and expenditures for the Sales Tax Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appropriating the amounts herein set Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. forth as a Budget of expenditures 4 of 2020 – Proposed Ordinance No. 11 of 2020 – An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exMotion was made by Alderwoman S. Gay, seconded by Alderwoman E. Jennings, to hibition of the various items of receipts and expenditures for the General Fund of the schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and end12 of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No. 12 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular ing December 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and Ordinance Number 15 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (General Fund) meeting at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. appropriating the amounts herein set forth as a Budget of expenditures. Motion was made by Alderman H. Haynie, seconded by Alderman J. Cook, to schedule a Upon a roll call vote, the results were as follows: public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. 4 of 2020, Proposed Ordinance No. 12 of 2020 – An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exand to adopt Ordinance No. 4 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular meeting at 6:00 YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. Jenhibition of the various items of receipts and expenditures for the Sales Tax Fund of the nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and end- pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. Upon a roll call NAYS: None ing December 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and vote, the results were as follows: ABSENT: None appropriating the amounts herein set forth as a Budget of expenditures. YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. Jen- ABSTAIN: None nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey Proposed Ordinance No. 13 of 2020 – An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exAlderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. NAYS: None hibition of the various items of receipts and expenditures for the Industrial Development 13 of 2020 – ABSENT: None Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, ABSTAIN: None 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts fiscal year and appropriating the amounts herein set forth as a Budget of expenditures. Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. and expenditures for the Industrial Development Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, 5 of 2020 – Proposed Ordinance No. 14 of 2020 – An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exto serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appropriating the hibition of the various items of receipts and expenditures for the Water Fund of the Town amounts herein set forth as a Budget of expenditures. of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending De- An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by cember 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appro- Ordinance Number 16 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Sales Tax) Motion was made by Alderwoman E. Jennings, seconded by Alderman J. Cook, to priating the amounts herein set forth as a Budget of expenditures. schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. Motion was made by Alderwoman E. Jennings, seconded by Alderwoman S. Gay, to schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. 5 13 of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No.13 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular Proposed Ordinance No. 15 of 2020 – An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts and expenditures for the Sewer Fund of the Town of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No. 5 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular meeting meeting at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending De- at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. Upon a roll Upon a roll call vote, the results were as follows: cember 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appro- call vote, the results were as follows: YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. Jenpriating the amounts herein set forth as a Budget of expenditures. YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. Jen- nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey NAYS: None nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey Proposed Ordinance No. 16 of 2020 – An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exABSENT: None NAYS: None hibition of the various items of receipts and expenditures for the Cemetery Fund of the ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and ABSTAIN: None Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. appropriating the amounts herein set forth as a Budget of expenditures. Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. 14 of 2020 – 6 of 2020 – Proposed Ordinance No. 17 of 2020 – An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exAn Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts hibition of the various items of receipts and expenditures for the Capital Outlay Fund of and expenditures for the Water Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fiscal An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of ending December 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year Ordinance Number 17 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Industrial Develexpenditures during said fiscal year and appropriating the amounts herein set forth as a opment Fund) and appropriating the amounts herein set forth as a Budget of expenditures. Budget of expenditures. The Proposed Ordinances No. 4 - 17 of 2020 of the Town of Plain Dealing are avail- Motion was made by Alderwoman E. Jennings, seconded by Alderman J. Cook, to able for public inspection at the Leon Sanders, Jr. Municipal Complex, 205 W. Pal- schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. 6 Motion was made by Alderwoman S. Gay, seconded by Alderwoman E. Jennings, to of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No. 6 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular meeting schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. metto Ave., Plain Dealing, Louisiana between the hours of 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. Upon a roll 14 of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No. 14 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular Monday - Thursday and 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM on Friday. meeting at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. call vote, the results were as follows: Upon a roll call vote, the results were as follows: November 18, 2020 YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. JenBossier Press-Tribune YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. Jennings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey NAYS: None NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None ABSTAIN: None Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. 7 of 2020 – 15 of 2020 – An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts Ordinance Number 18 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Water Fund) and expenditures for the Sewer Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, to serve as a Motion was made by Alderwoman S. Gay, seconded by Alderwoman E. Jennings, to schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. 7 Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appropriating the amounts herein set of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No. 7 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular meeting forth as a Budget of expenditures. at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. Upon a roll Motion was made by Alderman J. Cook, seconded by Alderwoman S. Gay, to schedule a call vote, the results were as follows: public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. 15 of 2020, YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. Jen- and to adopt Ordinance No.15 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular meeting at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. Upon a roll call nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey vote, the results were as follows: NAYS: None ABSENT: None YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. JenABSTAIN: None nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. NAYS: None ABSENT: None 8 of 2020 – ABSTAIN: None An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. Ordinance Number 19 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Sewer Fund) 16 of 2020 – Motion was made by Alderman J. Cook, seconded by Alderwoman E. Jennings, to schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. 8 An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No. 8 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular meeting and expenditures for the Cemetery Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. Upon a roll fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, to serve as a Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appropriating the amounts herein set call vote, the results were as follows: forth as a Budget of expenditures. YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. JenMotion was made by Alderwoman S. Gay, seconded by Alderwoman E. Jennings, to nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. NAYS: None 16 of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No. 16 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular ABSENT: None meeting at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There was one comment. ABSTAIN: None Upon a roll call vote, the results were as follows: Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. Jen9 of 2020 – nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey NAYS: None An Ordinance amending the Town of Plain Dealing's Annual Budget of 2020 adopted by November 18, 2020 ABSENT: None Ordinance Number 20 of 2019, to reflect changes in the 2020 Budget. (Cemetery Fund) Bossier Press-Tribune ABSTAIN: None Motion was made by Alderwoman S. Gay, seconded by Alderman J. Cook, to schedule a Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. 9 of 2020, REGULAR SESSION and to adopt Ordinance No. 9 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular meeting at 6:00 17 of 2020 – TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. Upon a roll call STATE OF LOUISIANA An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts vote, the results were as follows: NOVEMBER 10, 2020 and expenditures for the Capital Outlay Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, to serve as a YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. JenThe Plain Dealing Town Council met in regular session on the 10th day of November, Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appropriating the amounts herein set nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey 2020, at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Meeting Room at the Leon Sanders, Jr. Municipal forth as a Budget of expenditures. NAYS: None Complex, 205 W. Palmetto Avenue, Plain Dealing, Louisiana. Mayor Cindy Dodson ABSENT: None called the meeting to order and gave the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led Motion was made by Alderwoman E. Jennings, seconded by Alderman H. Haynie, to ABSTAIN: None by Mr. Howard Haynie. The Town Clerk, Ms. Sandra McMillan, called the roll, with all schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. members present as follows: 17 of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No. 17 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. Alderman James Cook Alderman Howard Haynie meeting at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. 10 of 2020 – Alderwoman Shanita Gay Alderwoman Judy McGuffey Upon a roll call vote, the results were as follows: Alderwoman Emily Jennings An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. Jenand expenditures for the Capital Outlay Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for Others present were: Mayor Cindy Dodson; Ms. Sandra McMillan, Town Clerk; Mr. Ronthe fiscal year beginning January 1, 2020 and ending December 31, 2020, to serve as a nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey nie Murray, Marshal; and other guests. NAYS: None Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appropriating the amounts herein set ABSENT: None forth as a Budget of expenditures. Motion was made by Alderman J. Cook, seconded by Alderwoman E. Jennings, to apABSTAIN: None prove the agenda. The Mayor called for public comment. There being none, votes were Motion was made by Alderman H. Haynie, seconded by Alderwoman J. McGuffey, to cast, and the motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Alderman J. Cook, seconded by Alderwoman E. Jennings, to adopt schedule a public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. Resolution No. 4 of 2020, a resolution from Citizens National Bank, N.A., designating CitMotion was made by Alderman H. Haynie, seconded by Alderwoman S. Gay, to approve 10 of 2020, and to adopt Ordinance No. 10 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular izens National Bank, N.A. as a depository for funds of the Town of Plain Dealing, and aumeeting at 6:00 pm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. the minutes of the October 13, 2020, public hearing and the October 13, 2020, regular thorizing designated signatures. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no Upon a roll call vote, the results were as follows: meeting, and dispense with the reading. The Mayor called for public comment. There comments. Upon a roll call vote, the results were as follows: being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. YEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. JenYEAS: Alderman J. Cook, Alderwoman S. Gay, Alderman H. Haynie, Alderwoman E. JenMotion was made by Alderwoman S. Gay, seconded by Alderwoman E. Jennings, to ap- nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey nings, Alderwoman J. McGuffey NAYS: None prove the expenses for the month of October, 2020. The Mayor called for public comNAYS: None ABSENT: None ment. There being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None ABSTAIN: None Ms. Susie Byrd, Plain Dealing Proud, requested approval to close Palmetto and Lynch Alderman J. Cook introduced, and Mayor C. Dodson read in full Proposed Ordinance No. streets on Saturday, December 12, 2020 for the Christmas festival, and also asked that Motion was made by Alderman H. Haynie, seconded by Alderman J. Cook, to approve 11 of 2020 – they be allowed to use the town’s bleachers for the event. Mayor Dodson stated she the request from Coordinating & Development Corporation for membership dues in the will have Mr. Steve Smith set up the bleachers on Friday and leave the barrels needed amount of $2,250.00 for the year 2021. The Mayor called for public comment. There An Ordinance adopting detailed estimate and exhibition of the various items of receipts for closing the streets for the festival, as requested. The town council concurred. and expenditures for the General Fund of the Town of Plain Dealing, Louisiana for the fis- being none, votes were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. cal year beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, to serve as a Mr. Tim Cannon proposed leasing the public alleyway that adjoins the back line of his Motion was made by Alderman H. Haynie, seconded by Alderwoman S. Gay, to approve Budget of expenditures during said fiscal year and appropriating the amounts herein set property at 204 W. Palmetto Avenue, for 25 years at $1.00 per year, to avoid any possithe application of Martin Family Support Services for use of the Community Center on forth as a Budget of expenditures. ble liability exposure should someone accidently get hurt walking through his yard. Mr. December 21, 2020. The Mayor called for public comment. There being none, votes Cannon stated that he has maintained the alleyway since he bought his home 14 years Motion was made by Alderman J. Cook, seconded by Alderwoman S. Gay, to schedule a were cast, and the motion carried unanimously. ago, advising that he was unaware of the alleyway adjoining his back-property line. Alderwoman J. McGuffey and Alderman J. Cook expressed concerns with the leasing of public hearing on December 8, 2020 at 5:30 pm to consider Ordinance No. 11 of 2020, town property, and stated that they would like to table the matter until the town has legal and to adopt Ordinance No. 11 of 2020, at the December 8, 2020 regular meeting at 6:00 There being no further business to come before the Plain Dealing Town Council in regupm. The Mayor called for public comment. There were no comments. Upon a roll call counsel in place. • Continued on next page vote, the results were as follows:

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2020

lar and legal session on this 10th day of November, 2020, motion was made by Alderman H. Haynie seconded by Alderman J. Cook, to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 6:57 p.m.

__________________________ Cindy A. Dodson, Mayor

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__________________________ Sandra E. McMillan, Town Clerk

NOTICE

Proposed Constitutional Amendment to be voted on at the Open General/Congressional/Republican State Central Committee Election December 5, 2020 ————— CODING: Words which are struck through are deletions from existing law; words in boldface type and/or underscored are additions. Proposed Amendment Second Extraordinary Session, 2020 ————— ACT No. 10 —————

SENATE BILL NO. 44 BY SENATORS FIELDS, ABRAHAM, BARROW, BERNARD, BOUDREAUX, BOUIE, CARTER, CATHEY, CORTEZ, FESI, FOIL, HARRIS, JACKSON, JOHNS, LAMBERT, MCMATH, MILLIGAN, ROBERT MILLS, MIZELL, MORRIS, PEACOCK, POPE, PRICE, REESE, SMITH, TALBOT, TARVER, WARD AND WOMACK A JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing to amend Article VIII, Sections 6(B)(1), 7(B)(1), and 7.1(B)(1) of the Constitution of Louisiana, relative to the membership of postsecondary education boards of supervisors; to authorize the governor to appoint persons who reside out-of-state to the boards of supervisors under certain circumstances; and to specify an election for submission of the proposition to electors and provide a ballot proposition. Section 1. Be it resolved by the Legislature of Louisiana, two-thirds of the members elected to each house concurring, that there shall be submitted to the electors of the state, for their approval or rejection in the manner provided by law, a proposal to amend Article VIII, Sections 6(B)(1), 7(B)(1), and 7.1(B)(1) of the Constitution of Louisiana, to read as follows: §6. Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana System Section 6. *** (B)(1) Membership; Terms. The board shall be composed of fifteen members, of whom two members shall be from each congressional district and the remaining member or members shall be from the state at large, appointed by the governor with consent of the Senate. Two members shall be from each congressional district. The remaining member or members shall be from the state at large. However, if there is more than one at-large member, at least one at-large member shall be a resident of the state and, upon recommendation of the board, the remaining at-large member or members may reside outof-state. The members shall serve overlapping terms of six years, following initial terms fixed by law. ***

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§7. Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College; Board of Supervisors of Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College *** Section 7. (B)(1) Membership; Terms. Each board shall be composed of fifteen members, of whom two members shall be from each congressional district and the remaining member or members shall be from the state at large, appointed by the governor with consent of the Senate. Two members shall be from each congressional district. The remaining member or members shall be from the state at large. However, if there is more than one at-large member, at least one at-large member shall be a resident of the state and, upon recommendation of the board, the remaining at-large member or members may reside outof-state. The members shall serve overlapping terms of six years, following initial terms fixed by law. *** §7.1. Board of Supervisors of Community and Technical Colleges Section 7.1. *** (B)(1) Membership; Terms; Initial Membership and Terms. The board shall be composed of fifteen members appointed by the governor, as provided by law. In addition, the board shall have two student members as provided by law. All members selected and appointed by the governor shall be appointed with the consent of the Senate. Of those members selected and appointed by the governor, there shall be two members from each congressional district and the remaining member or members from the state at large. However, if there is more than one at-large member, at least one at-large member shall be a resident of the state and, upon recommendation of the board, the remaining at-large member or members may reside outof-state. The board should be representative of the state’s population by race and gender to ensure diversity. The members selected and appointed by the governor shall serve terms of six years, except that the initial members shall serve terms as provided by law. *** Section 2. Be it further resolved that this proposed amendment shall be submitted to the electors of the state of Louisiana at the statewide election to be held on December 5, 2020. Section 3. Be it further resolved that on the official ballot to be used at said election there shall be printed a proposition, upon which the electors of the state shall be permitted to vote YES or NO, to amend the Constitution of Louisiana, which proposition shall read as follows: Do you support an amendment to allow the governor to appoint a person who resides out-of-state to serve as an at-large member of a public postsecondary education board of supervisors? (Amends Article VIII, Sections 6(B)(1), 7(B)(1), and 7.1(B)(1)) November 18, 2020 Bossier Press-Tribune

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I, Martin Andrew Haynes, have been convicted of Sexual Assault Child. My address is 4708 Birdwell Lane, Bossier City, LA 71111.

Race: Caucasian Sex: Male Age: 48 Height: 5’ 11” Weight: 170 Hair Color: Blonde Eye Color: Hazel

Alias: Marty Haynes Scar: None Mark: None Prosthesis: None Piercing: None Tattoo: None

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