DeRidder public meetings in 2024
50 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The council will introduce and hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a lease with the U.S. House of Representatives for office space at First Street School, amendments to solid waste fees, a generator replacement contract at the North Side Fire Station, a smoking ban in city parks, and insurance binding. A public hearing will also address a conditional rezoning and a special exception for a mobile home at 325 2nd Street E.
- Lease with Speaker Mike Johnson/U.S. House for office space at First Street School
- Conditional rezoning of 325 2nd Street E from B-3 to R-3 (Nelson Tamez)
- Special exception for a Class B mobile home at 325 2nd Street E
- Ordinance to replace water main from Red Bud Lane and Hillcrest Road to Lake Court Drive
- Contract with KC Electric for emergency generator removal/replacement at North Side Fire Station
The DeRidder City Council adopted an emergency ordinance authorizing the city to bind commercial property and data processing equipment insurance for 2025 at a cost of $180,237.16. It also approved a conditional rezoning and special exception to allow a Class B mobile home at 325 2nd Street E, and authorized contracts for water main replacement, building maintenance, and a concession stand agreement. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with two members absent.
- Adopted emergency ordinance O-2024-68 authorizing insurance binding for 2025 (5-0)
- Approved conditional rezoning of 325 2nd St E to R-3 (5-0)
- Approved special exception for Class B mobile home at 325 2nd St E (5-0)
- Authorized water main replacement contract with state (5-0)
- Authorized HVAC maintenance agreement with Star Service, Inc. (5-0)
- Authorized cooperative agreement with Kingdom Center for concession stand (5-0)
- Introduced ordinances for lease, solid waste fees, generator, and park smoking (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Civil Service Board
The DeRidder Civil Service Board will hold a public hearing to consider adopting amendments to various sections of the civil service board rules. Unless objections are raised at the hearing, the board is expected to approve the amendments. The proposed changes are detailed in an attachment to the agenda.
- Public hearing on proposed revisions to civil service board rules
- Amendments to multiple sections of the civil service board rules
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a request to rezone property for industrial use and a request to place a mobile home. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.
- Rezoning request by Central Manufacturing Company, L.L.C. to change property at Washington Street/Post Plant Road from R-3 to I-1
- Planning approval request for Aura Lee Reynolds to place a 2024 Class A mobile home at 318 Warren Street
The DeRidder Planning & Zoning Commission introduced a rezoning request for property on Washington Street/Post Plant Road, changing it from R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) to I-1 (Industrial), with a public hearing set for January 21, 2025. The commission also approved a planning request to place a 2024 Class A mobile home at 318 Warren Street. Both actions passed unanimously with 4 yeas and 0 nays.
- Introduced rezoning of Parcel 0336102500 from R-3 to I-1 (4-0)
- Approved mobile home placement at 318 Warren Street (4-0)
- Approved November 18, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board will consider a resolution authorizing a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) arrangement for the Stine project, along with issuing up to $18,000,000 in taxable industrial revenue bonds. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from the November 2024 meeting.
- Resolution authorizing a PILOT arrangement for Stine, L.L.C. and Stine Building Investments, LLC Project
- Authorization of not exceeding $18,000,000 in Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds (Series 2024)
- Approval and execution of a Lease Agreement and a Financing Agreement for the project
The Industrial Development Board unanimously approved a resolution authorizing up to $18 million in taxable industrial revenue bonds for the Stine, L.L.C. and Stine Building Investments, LLC project. The resolution also approves a PILOT lease agreement and financing agreement, with the project to be exempt from ad valorem taxes in exchange for PILOT payments. The vote was 5-0.
- Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Adopted resolution authorizing $18M taxable industrial revenue bonds for Stine project (5-0)
- Authorized PILOT lease agreement and financing agreement for the project
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider multiple ordinances, including authorizing a contract for replacing a water main from Red Bud Lane and Hillcrest Road to Lake Court Drive, entering into a maintenance agreement for building environmental systems with Star Service, Inc., and a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Kingdom Center for use of a concession stand. A public hearing will also be held on an ordinance for engineering services for water system improvements. Department heads will provide reports.
- Introduction of ordinance for water main replacement contract with state Division of Administration
- Introduction of ordinance for building environmental systems maintenance agreement with Star Service, Inc. of Lake Charles
- Introduction of ordinance for cooperative endeavor with Kingdom Center for concession stand at West Park Baseball Complex
- Public hearing on ordinance for engineering services agreement with Meyer & Associates, Inc. for water system improvements (Project No. A8-24055)
- Visitors' docket includes presentation from Humane Society of West Louisiana
The DeRidder City Council approved Ordinance O-2024-67, authorizing the mayor to contract with Meyer & Associates, Inc. for basic engineering services for the Water Sector Program Phase 2 System Improvements (Project No. A8-24055). The council also introduced three ordinances for future public hearings: a water main replacement contract, a maintenance agreement with Star Service, Inc., and a cooperative endeavor with The Kingdom Center for the West Park Baseball Complex concession stand. The meeting included reports from the mayor and department heads on FEMA reimbursements, firetruck payments, and holiday events.
- Adopted Ordinance O-2024-67 authorizing engineering services agreement with Meyer & Associates (6-0)
- Introduced ordinance for water main replacement from Red Bud Lane/Hillcrest Road to Lake Court Drive (6-0)
- Introduced ordinance for maintenance agreement with Star Service, Inc. (6-0)
- Introduced ordinance for cooperative endeavor with The Kingdom Center for concession stand use (6-0)
- Approved November 25, 2024 meeting minutes as distributed
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several ordinances, including a conditional rezoning of 325 2nd Street E. from B-3 (General Business) to R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) and a special exception to place a mobile home on the same property. Other notable items include an emergency ordinance for termite treatment at First Street School, a variance for illuminated signage at 1006 North Pine Street, and multiple contracts for insurance, engineering services, and pond management. The council will also adopt the 2025 meeting and holiday schedule.
- Conditional rezoning of 325 2nd Street E. from B-3 to R-3 and special exception for a Class B mobile home on the same property.
- Emergency ordinance authorizing termite treatment at First Street School.
- Public hearing on a sign variance for Illumatech Inc. at 1006 North Pine Street.
- Contract with Meyer & Associates for water sector system improvements (Project No. A8-24055).
- Insurance contracts for workers' compensation, cyber liability, and commercial property coverage.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two special exception requests for mobile homes and one rezoning request. The commission will also consider a planning approval request for a multi-building residential project.
- Special Exception Request for a 2024 Class A Mobile Home at 818 Lewis Avenue
- Rezoning request for 325 2nd Street E from B-3 (General Business District) to R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential District)
- Special Exception Request for a 2024 Class B Mobile Home at 325 2nd Street E
- Planning approval request for four duplex buildings at 406 S. Division Street
City Council
The City Council will discuss several new ordinances, including insurance renewals and a pond maintenance contract. The body is also considering a cooperative agreement regarding state uniform building codes and a public hearing for veterans' service office operations.
- Condemnation of 309 South Division
- Contract with Enterprise Aquatics LLC for Twin Lakes Pond maintenance
- Insurance contracts for Workers' Compensation, Cyber Liability, and Commercial Property
- Agreement with Rapides Area Planning Commission for state uniform building codes
- Public hearing for agreement with Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a workshop to discuss property insurance renewal. No other substantive items are on the agenda. The workshop will then adjourn.
- Property insurance renewal discussion
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board will consider a resolution to amend prior approval and issue up to $18 million in taxable industrial revenue bonds for Stine, L.L.C. and Stine Building Investments, LLC to construct a new facility in DeRidder. The board also plans to approve minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting.
- Consider resolution to issue not to exceed $18,000,000 in Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds for Stine, L.L.C. and Stine Building Investments, LLC project
- Approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a public hearing and consider multiple ordinances including a property insurance renewal with McGriff Insurance, a cooperative endeavor with the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, a variance for illuminated signage at 1006 North Pine Street, a special exception for a manufactured home on Banks Street, and a contract with Humana Medicare Advantage for employee health insurance. A sub-surface drain system from Katham Street to Nolen Street and a cooperative endeavor with Beauregard United Soccer Association are also proposed. The meeting includes adoption of minutes from October 14, 2024.
- Property insurance renewal presentation by McGriff Insurance (Cheri Charvet)
- Variance for Illumatech Inc. for freestanding illuminated signage at 1006 North Pine Street (B-3 zoning)
- Special exception for a 2014 Class B manufactured home on Banks Street (parcel 0337494033, R-3 zoning) requested by Estella Scott and Debra Blount
- Ordinance authorizing contract with Humana Group Medicare Advantage for health insurance for active/retired employees over 65, effective January 1, 2025
- Ordinance for sub-surface drain system right-of-way from Katham Street to Nolen Street
Planning & Zoning Commission
The DeRidder Planning & Zoning Commission will introduce and hold public hearings on several zoning matters, including a rezoning request and special exceptions for mobile homes. The meeting will not result in final action by the city council. Items include a rezoning at 325 2nd Street E and special exceptions for mobile homes at 818 Lewis Avenue and on Banks Street.
- Rezoning request for 325 2nd Street E from B-3 (General Business) to R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential)
- Special exception for a 2024 Class A mobile home at 818 Lewis Avenue (R-3 zone)
- Special exception for a 2024 Class B mobile home at 325 2nd Street E (B-3 zone)
- Public hearing on a special exception for a 2014 Class B mobile home on Banks Street (R-3 zone)
- Variance request by Illumatech Inc. for signage at NAPA Auto Parts, 1006 North Pine Street
City Council
The City Council will discuss several new contracts and ordinances, including infrastructure projects and employee health insurance. The body is also reviewing the condemnation of three specific properties.
- Condemnations of 224 2nd Street, 1023 Lindsey Street, and 104 9th Street West
- District office lease with Speaker Mike Johnson/U.S. House of Representatives at First Street School
- Sub-surface drain system installation from Katham Street to Nolen Street
- Health insurance contract with Humana Group Medicare Advantage for employees over 65
- Maintenance contracts with Dowdy Lawn & Hardscaping for West Park and Maguire Iron, Inc. for Mays Street elevated tank
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board is meeting to consider a technical amendment resolution. This resolution relates to the issuance of taxable industrial revenue bonds for a project involving Stine, L.L.C. and Stine Building Investments, LLC.
- Technical amendment resolution for taxable industrial revenue bonds not to exceed $18,000,000 for Stine, L.L.C. and Stine Building Investments, LLC
City Council
The City Council will vote on funding for street rehabilitation and several service contracts. The body is also considering a special exception for a mobile home and a road reconstruction agreement with Beauregard Parish.
- Resolution to commit at least $313,750.00 for 2023-2024 Street Rehabilitation (Project No. 50-M65-22-01)
- Proposed lease with Speaker Mike Johnson/U.S. House of Representatives for office space at First Street School
- Proposed special exception for a 2024 Class B mobile home at 919 Cedar Street
- Proposed agreement with Beauregard Parish Police Jury to reconstruct Ellis Road from Highway 190 to High School Drive
- Proposed contracts for West Park baseball field maintenance (Dowdy Lawn & Hardscaping) and Mays Street elevated tank maintenance (Maguire Iron, Inc.)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to hear presentations on regional economic and planning initiatives. The session focuses on discussion rather than formal voting.
- Presentation by Lisa Adams on Beauregard Economic Expansion Coalition
- Presentation by Billy McShan of Rapides Area Planning Commission (RAPC) regarding permitting and fees
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will introduce two requests regarding property use and signage. No public hearings or planning approvals are scheduled for this meeting.
- Special Exception Request for Debra Blount to place a 2014 Class B Mobile Home on R-3 zoned property on Banks Street
- Variance Request for Illumatech Inc. (NAPA Auto Parts) for signage at 1006 North Pine Street in B-3 Highway Corridor District
The DeRidder Planning & Zoning Commission introduced a special exception request for Debra Blount to place a 2014 Class B mobile home on R-3 zoned property on Banks Street, conditioned on receiving signed letters from all property heirs. The commission also introduced a variance request from Illumatech Inc. for NAPA Auto Parts signage at 1006 North Pine Street. Both items were introduced unanimously (3-0) and will proceed to a public hearing on October 21, 2024. The meeting minutes from August 19, 2024, were approved.
- Approved August 19, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Introduced special exception for mobile home on Banks Street, conditioned on heir letters (3-0)
- Introduced variance for signage at 1006 North Pine Street (3-0)
Civil Service Board
The City of DeRidder Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet to review applications for upcoming Police Corporal and Fire Captain examinations. The board will also discuss the selection of a board secretary and review department Personnel Action Forms (PAFs).
- Review and approval of Police Corporal examination applications
- Review and approval of Fire Captain examination applications
- Discussion on the selection of Civil Service Board Secretary
- Review of Police and Fire Department PAFs
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a regular meeting with proclamations, a ratification of appointment, and multiple resolutions and ordinances. Key items include adopting the city's operating budget for fiscal year 2024-2025, authorizing a cooperative endeavor to reconstruct Ellis Road from Highway 190 to High School Drive, and approving several other agreements and honorary street designations.
- Adoption of FY 2024-2025 operating budget
- Reconstruction of Ellis Road via cooperative endeavor with Beauregard Parish Police Jury
- Audit contract with Windham & Reed for FY 2023-2024 financial statements
- Honorary street designations: 'Hayward Steele' on Helen Street and 'L.V. Blount Jr. Street' on East 3rd Street
- Lease agreement with Dance Stop Centre, L.L.C. for city property
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a public hearing and meeting to consider adopting the 2024-2025 operating budget and setting millage rates for police, fire, and general alimony. Multiple ordinances are up for introduction and public hearing, including special exception requests for mobile homes on Cedar and Robinson Streets, an audit contract with Windham & Reed, and an agreement with Keep Louisiana Beautiful for tree planting.
- Adoption of the 2024 millage rates for police and fire operations and general alimony
- Ordinance to adopt the FY 2024-2025 operating budget beginning October 1, 2024
- Special exception request to place a Class B mobile home at 919 Cedar Street (parcel 0337086725A)
- Special exception request to place a Class B mobile home at 325 Robinson Street (parcel 0336834507)
- Contract with Windham & Reed, L.L.C. to audit financial statements as of September 30, 2024
The DeRidder City Council adopted three ordinances: setting 2024 millage rates (Police and Fire 2.880 mills, General Alimony 8.020 mills), authorizing a contract with TargetSolutions Learning, LLC for fire department software, and granting a special exception for a mobile home at 325 Robinson Street. The council also introduced eight ordinances for future public hearings, including the FY 2024-2025 budget, an audit contract, and honorary street designations. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Adopted millage rates: Police and Fire 2.880 mills, General Alimony 8.020 mills (7-0)
- Adopted contract with TargetSolutions Learning, LLC for fire department software (7-0)
- Granted special exception for 2024 Class B mobile home at 325 Robinson Street (7-0)
- Introduced ordinance for FY 2024-2025 operating budget; public hearing Sept 9
- Introduced ordinance for audit contract with Windham & Reed, L.L.C.; public hearing Sept 9
- Introduced ordinance for honorary designation 'Hayward Steele' to Helen Street; public hearing Sept 9
- Introduced ordinance for honorary designation 'L. V. Blount, Jr. Street' to East 3rd Street; public hearing Sept 9
- Introduced ordinance for special exception for mobile home at 919 Cedar Street; public hearing Sept 23
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed 2024-2025 fiscal budget. No formal votes or other business are scheduled. The meeting is informational and open to the public.
- Discussion of the 2024-2025 fiscal budget
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three special exception requests to place mobile homes on residentially zoned properties. The requests are from Mona Spikes (919 Cedar Street), Stephanie Demease (601 Woodrow Batties Drive), and Charlotte Ann White-Lee (1029 Oak Street). No other business is scheduled.
- Special exception request for Mona Spikes to place a 2024 Class B mobile home at 919 Cedar Street (R-3 zoning).
- Special exception request for Stephanie Demease to place a 2024 Class A mobile home at 601 Woodrow Batties Drive (R-3 zoning).
- Special exception request for Charlotte Ann White-Lee to place a 2023 Class A mobile home at 1029 Oak Street (R-3 zoning).
The DeRidder Planning & Zoning Commission approved three special exception requests, each by a 5-0 vote, allowing mobile homes on R-3 zoned properties. The requests were for Mona Spikes (2024 Class B mobile home at 919 Cedar Street), Stephanie Demease (2024 Class A mobile home at 601 Woodrow Batties Drive), and Charlotte Ann White-Lee (2023 Class A mobile home on Oak Street). The Commission also approved the July 15, 2024 meeting minutes. Applicants were reminded to meet code requirements such as removing tongues and wheels and adding skirting.
- Approved special exception for Mona Spikes to place a 2024 Class B mobile home at 919 Cedar Street (5-0)
- Approved special exception for Stephanie Demease to place a 2024 Class A mobile home at 601 Woodrow Batties Drive (5-0)
- Approved special exception for Charlotte Ann White-Lee to place a 2023 Class A mobile home on Oak Street (5-0)
- Approved July 15, 2024 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding millage rates for police, fire, and general alimony. The body is also reviewing contracts for fire department software and transportation services for senior citizens. Additionally, the council will appoint an interim member for the District 4 seat.
- Ordinance setting millage rates for police and fire operations and general alimony
- Contract with Target Solutions Learning, LLC for fire department software
- Contract with Vernon Council on Aging, Inc. for transportation services
- Contract with Allen Council on Aging, Inc. for transportation services
- Contract with Beauregard Council on Aging, Inc. for transportation services
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a special meeting to consider whether to investigate actions of the administration under Charter Sections 2-20 and/or 4-02. The council may vote to go into executive session to discuss character or misconduct allegations. Additionally, an oath of office will be administered to newly elected District 2 Councilmember Monte J. Woods.
- Oath of office for Monte J. Woods, District 2 Councilmember
- Consideration of investigation into administration actions under Sec. 2-20 and/or Sec. 4-02
- Possible executive session under LA R.S. 42:17(A)(1) and (A)(4) for discussion of misconduct allegations
The council held a special session to swear in Monte J. Woods as the new District 2 Councilmember, filling the seat vacated on July 9, 2024. The council also decided to defer investigative actions regarding the administration under city charter sections 2-20 and 4-02 to the Louisiana State Police. Public comments were heard, but no other substantive decisions were made.
- Swore in Monte J. Woods as District 2 Councilmember
- Deferred investigative actions of the administration to the Louisiana State Police
City Council
The DeRidder City Council unanimously appointed Monte Woods to temporarily fill the vacant District 2 council seat, following the resignation of Artemese Hickman. The council also adopted resolutions authorizing a transit grant application and the temporary appointment, and introduced several ordinances for future public hearings. A special election for the permanent District 2 seat was proclaimed for March 29 and May 3, 2025.
- Appointed Monte Woods as temporary District 2 Councilmember (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution R-2024-6 authorizing FTA rural transit grant application (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution R-2024-7 formally naming Monte Woods to fill vacancy (unanimous)
- Introduced ordinance for special exception for mobile home at 325 Robinson St., hearing set for Aug 26
- Introduced ordinances for transportation contracts with Vernon, Allen, and Beauregard Councils on Aging, hearings set for Aug 12
- Adopted Ordinance O-2024-31 granting variance to Gloria Blake for 856 sq ft home at 913 Lewis Ave (unanimous)
- Adopted proclamation calling special election for District 2 on Mar 29 and May 3, 2025 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will elect a president and vice president, and fill a vacancy for Councilmember District 2. They will consider resolutions to apply for an FTA rural transit grant and to temporarily fill the District 2 vacancy. Ordinances include a special exception to place a mobile home at 325 Robinson Street and a variance to build a home at 913 Lewis Avenue, along with contracts with Vernon, Allen, and Beauregard Councils on Aging for transportation services. A public hearing will be held on the variance, and a proclamation will set a special election for the District 2 seat.
- Special exception request to place a 2024 Class B mobile home at 325 Robinson Street, currently zoned R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential)
- Variance to build an 856-square-foot home at 913 Lewis Avenue, currently zoned R-3
- Contracts with Vernon, Allen, and Beauregard Councils on Aging for transportation services
- Election of Council President and Vice President, and appointment/election of Councilmember District 2
- Resolution authorizing application for an FTA 49 CFR 5311 (Formula Grant for Rural Areas) grant
Planning & Zoning Commission
The DeRidder Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider five special exception requests to place mobile homes on R-3 zoned properties. The requests are for 2023 and 2024 model Class A and Class B mobile homes at specific addresses. No other substantive business is on the agenda. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Special Exception Request for Mona Spikes to place a 2024 Class A mobile home at 919 Cedar Street (parcel 0337086725A).
- Special Exception Request for Stephanie Demease to place a 2024 Class A mobile home at 601 Woodrow Batties Drive (parcel 0337143500).
- Special Exception Request for Charlotte Ann White-Lee to place a new 2023 Class A mobile home on Oak Street (parcel 0337807007).
- Special Exception Request for Quincena Baggett to place a 2024 Class A mobile home on Helen Street (parcel 0336710131).
- Special Exception Request for Sharon Ann Jackson to place a 2024 Class B mobile home at 325 Robinson Street (parcel 0336834507).
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to authorize a cooperative agreement with the Louisiana Department of Treasury for maintaining city-owned buildings. The council also plans to elect its President and Vice President.
- Public hearing for building maintenance and improvement funding
- Election of Council President
- Election of Council Vice President
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will consider several ordinances regarding cooperative agreements for city building maintenance and the use of First Street School office space. The council will also review a variance for a residential build on Lewis Avenue and hold a public hearing on signage at 116 North Jefferson.
- Agreement with LA Dept of Treasury for maintenance and improvements to city buildings
- Variance for an 856 square foot home at 913 Lewis Avenue
- Public hearing regarding signage variance for First Church DeRidder at 116 North Jefferson
- Agreement with Upper Iowa University to use office space in First Street School
- Agreement with Senator Mike Reese to use temporary office space in First Street School
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The DeRidder Planning & Zoning Commission will review two special exception requests and one variance request. These items involve mobile home placements and building a small residence in R-3 zones.
- Variance request for an 850 square foot home at 913 Lewis Avenue
- Special exception request for a 2024 Class A mobile home on Helen Street
- Special exception request for a 2024 Class B mobile home at 325 Robinson Street
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will consider resolutions regarding the city's official journal and transferring surplus property to Merryville. The council will also introduce ordinances for office space use at First Street School and employee insurance contracts.
- Resolution to transfer surplus movable property to the Town of Merryville
- Ordinance regarding office space at First Street School with Upper Iowa University
- Ordinance regarding office space at First Street School with Senator Mike Reese
- Ordinance for employee health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
- Ordinance for employee disability and life insurance through Mutual of Omaha
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several ordinances regarding city employee benefits and property usage. Proposed actions include contracts for health, disability, and life insurance, as well as agreements for office space at the First Street School.
- Health care insurance contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
- Disability and life insurance contract with Mutual of Omaha
- Liability insurance contract with Travelers Indemnity Company via McGriff Insurance Services, Inc.
- Signage variance for First Church Deridder at 116 North Jefferson
- Office space agreements for West Louisiana Toys for Tots and Erdheim-Chester Disease Global Alliance at First Street School
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three requests regarding property use and signage. These include a request for a small home, a mobile home placement, and business signage.
- Variance request for Gloria Blake to build an 850 square foot home at 913 Lewis Avenue
- Variance request for First Church DeRidder to place signage at 116 North Jefferson
- Special Exception request for LaToya High to place a 2023 Class A Mobile Home on Helen Street
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will consider several ordinances, including a solid waste collection agreement with Waste Connections Bayou, Inc., a highway maintenance deal with the state, and an amended operating budget for the current fiscal year. Other items include leases for office space at the First Street School and a subscription for staff scheduling software.
- Ordinance to enter waste collection agreement with Waste Connections Bayou, Inc.
- Ordinance to adopt amended operating budget for FY 2023-2024
- Ordinance to lease space at First Street School to West Louisiana Toys for Tots
- Ordinance to lease space at First Street School to Erdheim-Chester Disease Global Alliance
- Ordinance to contract with PowerDMS, Inc. for staff scheduling software for fire, police, and HR
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will meet to discuss an amended operating budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The agenda includes public hearings regarding a signage variance, school security agreements, transportation assistance, and property insurance.
- Amended operating budget of revenues and expenditures for FY 2023-2024
- Signage variance for Dorsey Development Co., LLC at 417 North Pine Street
- School Resource Officer agreement with Beauregard Parish School Board
- Contract with Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for State Project No. RU 18-06-25
- Commercial property insurance contract for 1st Street School via Landmark American Insurance Company
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss guidelines for billboards. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Discussion of Guidelines of Billboards
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to introduce two requests regarding land use and signage. The body will review a variance for a church sign and a special exception for a mobile home.
- Variance request from First Church DeRidder for signage at 116 North Jefferson
- Special Exception request for LaToya High to place a 2023 Class A Mobile Home on Helen Street (Parcel No. 0337181700)
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances including a School Resource Officer agreement and commercial property insurance for 1st Street School. The agenda also includes an emergency ordinance regarding travel expense policies and a public hearing on planning and development regulations.
- School Resource Officer agreement with Beauregard Parish School Board
- Contract with Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for State Project No. RU 18-06-25
- Commercial property insurance contract for the 1st Street School via Landmark American Insurance Company
- Emergency ordinance amending travel expense policies for personnel
- Cooperative endeavor agreement with the Kingdom Center
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The DeRidder City Council is holding a special meeting to address one specific ordinance. The body will consider an emergency ordinance regarding a final plat for a subdivision.
- Emergency ordinance approving the final plat for Lukes Place Subdivision
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to review a subdivision plat. This is the only substantive item listed for decision.
- Approval of Lukes Place Subdivision Plat
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a mutual aid agreement for disaster assistance. The body is also introducing ordinances regarding planning regulations, a signage variance, and a youth program agreement.
- Public hearing: Mutual aid agreement with Beauregard Parish Police Jury for emergency disasters
- Proposed ordinance: Variance for Dorsey Development Co., LLC for illuminated signage at 417 North Pine Street
- Proposed ordinance: Cooperative endeavor agreement with the Kingdom Center for youth and resident programs
- Proposed ordinance: Amendment and renumbering of Section 11.5-93 regarding planning and development
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss future capital projects. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Discussion of future capital projects
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a business at 417 North Pine Street. No other planning or zoning approvals are scheduled for this meeting.
- Variance request from Dorsey Development Co., LLC for Starbucks signage at 417 North Pine Street in the B-3 Highway Corridor District
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance regarding emergency assistance. The primary item is a proposed mutual aid agreement with the Beauregard Parish Police Jury for natural or man-caused disasters.
- Ordinance to enter into a mutual aid agreement with Beauregard Parish Police Jury for disaster emergency assistance
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several ordinances, including a special exception for a mobile home at 420 John Henry Jones, a contract with Blake D. Hines, Inc. for water line replacement on Roberts and Lecompte Streets, and a new chapter regulating short-term rentals. The council will also vote on a fire department insurance contract and a cooperative agreement with DeRidder Baseball and Softball, Inc. for use of West Park.
- Public hearing on special exception for a 2022 Class B mobile home at 420 John Henry Jones (R-3 zoning)
- Ordinance authorizing contract with Blake D. Hines, Inc. for Roberts Street and Lecompte Street water line replacement (M.A. Project No. A8-22086-DB)
- Ordinance adding Sec. 9-8 to regulate short-term rentals in the city code
- Ordinance authorizing fire department property/casualty insurance contract with National Union Fire Insurance Co. via McGriff Insurance Services
- Ordinance authorizing cooperative endeavor agreement with DeRidder Baseball and Softball, Inc. for West Park use (March 1 – June 1, 2024)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider a variance request for a business location. The body will also review minutes from the January 16, 2024 meeting.
- Variance request from Dorsey Development Co., LLC for Starbucks signage at 417 North Pine Street
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will consider awarding a $599,630 contract to Blake D. Hines, Inc. for water line replacement on Roberts and LeCompte Streets. The council will also vote on resolutions to apply for state grants for a water line upgrade on Pine Tree Lane and a drainage system between Katham and Nolen Streets. Several ordinances are up for introduction, including one to regulate short-term rentals and another to authorize a cooperative agreement with DeRidder Baseball and Softball, Inc. for use of West Park.
- Approval of bid award to Blake D. Hines, Inc. for $599,630 for water line replacement on Roberts and LeCompte Streets
- Resolution to apply for CWEF grant for water line upgrade on Pine Tree Lane in Twin Lakes
- Resolution to apply for LGAP grant for subsurface drainage system between Katham and Nolen Streets
- Ordinance to add short-term rental regulations to city code
- Ordinance to authorize cooperative agreement with DeRidder Baseball and Softball, Inc. for use of West Park from March 1 to June 1, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The DeRidder City Council will hold a regular meeting with two ordinances up for introduction and public hearing: a special exception request to place a mobile home at 420 John Henry Jones in an R-3 zone, and a cooperative endeavor agreement with Beauregard United Soccer Association for recreation program management. No bid awards, service awards, or condemnations are on the agenda.
- Special exception request by Terry Hillard to place a 2022 Class B mobile home at 420 John Henry Jones (parcel 0336413289) in R-3 district
- Cooperative endeavor agreement with Beauregard United Soccer Association for recreation program management
- Reports from Mayor Misty Clanton, Finance Director Holly Buxton, and department heads
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a variance for business signage and a special exception for a mobile home. The meeting includes a public hearing for the residential request.
- Variance request from Dorsey Development Co., LLC for Starbucks signage at 417 North Pine Street
- Special Exception Request for Terry Hillard to place a 2022 Class B Mobile Home at 420 John Henry Jones
City Council
The City Council will discuss a cooperative agreement with the Beauregard United Soccer Association. The body is also considering a rezoning request and a special exception use for a mobile home on Bilbo Street. Additionally, the council will address property condemnations.
- Condemnations of 730 Lecompte Drive and 420 O’Neal Street
- Proposed agreement with Beauregard United Soccer Association for recreation program management
- Proposed rezoning of Bilbo Street property from R-1 to R-3 for Beauregard Association of Retarded Citizens (BARC)
- Proposed special exception use for a Class B mobile home on Bilbo Street