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Thu Dec 11, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission to vote on 2026 budget

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review and vote on the 2026 GBR Budget. The board will also discuss the results of the 2025 Millage Tax Renewal Election and the 2025 GBR Dam Inspection.

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✓ Decided: Commission adopts 2026 budget and certifies tax millage renewal

The commission unanimously adopted the proposed 2026 budget and approved the November 2025 bills. The board also officially certified the results of a November 15, 2025, special election to continue a special tax millage.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting December 11, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 11/13/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion _______ Second _________ New Business: 1. Visitor: Logan Perry w/ Mark A. O’Neal & Associates, LLC 2. Review of and vote on 2026 GBR Budget 3. Discuss and vote on 2025 Millage Tax Renewal Election results 4. 2025 GBR Dam Inspection Continued Business: 1. None Manager’s report: November 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 11:00 AM 12/10/2025
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John K. Kelly —- Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Dec 11, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Anita Hinds, Faerie Sledge, and Antony Thomas, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioners Becky Craig, Tom Jones, and Richard Worsham were absent due to family matters. A quorum was present. Visitor was Logan Perry, attorney from Baton Rouge with Mark A. O’Neal & Associates, LLC. The minutes of the meeting of Nov 13, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Hinds moved to approve them as written; Thomas seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Perry, representing Ensight Energy, was present to discuss oil and gas lease business with the commission. Following Mr. Perry’s presentation, the commission had quite a few questions. Mr Perry answered what he could, agreed to research the others, and contact the commission’s attorney. No formal motions were made by the commission. Mr. Perry then departed the meeting. Under other new business, the commission reviewed the proposed 2026 budget. Hinds moved to adopt the budget as written; Thomas seconded. Motion passed unanimously. The commission reviewed the official results of the Nov. 15, 2025, tax millage renewal election which passed easily. See exhibit A and resolution attached (10 pages). There was no continued business. In the manager’s report, Pickett gave an update on the rec …
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Thu Nov 13, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Grand Bayou Reservoir District board meets with no substantive agenda items

The John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with no new or continued business listed. The board will consider approving minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting and October 2025 bills for payment.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves October bills and reviews tax renewal election plans

The board approved the October 2025 bills and the minutes from the October 9 meeting. Commissioners discussed publicity and park needs related to the November 15, 2025, tax renewal election. The manager provided updates on park maintenance, equipment, and staff schedules.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting November 13, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 10/09/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion _______ Second _________ New Business: 1. None Continued Business: 1. 2025 Tax Renewal Manager’s report: October 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 11:00 AM 11/12/2025
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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Nov 13, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the regular meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Becky Craig, Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Antony Thomas was absent due to work obligations. A quorum was present; there were no guests. The minutes of the meeting of Oct 9, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Hinds moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried. There was no official new business. Under continued business, the commission discussed the upcoming tax renewal election on Nov. 15, 2025, along with related matters such as publicity and advertising on Facebook and in local news publications. Park needs and plans were also discussed as related to the upcoming tax renewal and millage. Legal notices for the election have already been placed as required in the official journal, the Coushatta Citizen. In the manager’s report, Pickett gave updates on park maintenance and equipment, along with some general staff schedule changes. Pickett presented the board with the October bills for discussion. Commissioner Worsham moved to pay the bills and Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried. The October 2025 financials were reviewed and verbally approved. There was no other business to come before the …
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Thu Oct 9, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Board to consider 2025 tax renewal and approve September bills

The John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on the 2025 tax renewal and approve payments for September 2025 bills. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves September bills and reviews tax renewal election plans

The Board of Commissioners approved the September 2025 bills and the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting. Members discussed publicity and park needs related to the upcoming tax renewal election on Nov. 15, 2025.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting October 09, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 09/10/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion _______ Second _________ New Business: 1. Continued Business: 1. 2025 Tax Renewal Manager’s report: September 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 11:00 AM 10/08/2025
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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Oct 9, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Vice Chairman Antony Thomas called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Becky Craig was absent due to family matters. Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy was absent due to a previously scheduled family event. A quorum was present. There were no guests. The minutes of the meeting of Sept 10, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Jones moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. There was no official new business. Under continued business, the commission discussed the upcoming tax renewal election on Nov. 15, 2025, along with related matters such as publicity and advertising on Facebook and in local news publications. Park needs and plans were also discussed as related to the upcoming tax renewal and millage. Legal notices for the election have already been placed as required in the official journal, the Coushatta Citizen. In the manager’s report, Pickett gave updates on park maintenance issues. He also spoke of future plans for the park. Pickett presented the board with the September bills for discussion. Commissioner Worsham moved to pay the bills and Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried. The September 2025 financials were reviewed and …
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Thu Sep 11, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Commission to discuss Grand Bayou draw down and 2025 tax renewal

The Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 9, 2025, at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes discussion of a draw down of the reservoir and a 2025 tax renewal. The commission will also consider approval of August 2025 bills and minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting.

✓ Decided: Commission determines lake drawdown is not needed at present

The Board of Commissioners decided against a lake drawdown after discussing fisheries and vegetation management with the Louisiana Dept of Wildlife and Fisheries. The board agreed to reconsider the matter in 2026. August bills and financials were also approved.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting October 09, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 08/14/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion _______ Second _________ New Business: 1. LDWF 2. Future Grand Bayou Draw Down 3. 2025 Tax Renewal Continued Business: 1. Water Sales 2. Manager’s report: August 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 11:00 AM 09/08/2025
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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Sept 11, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Becky Craig, Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Antony Thomas was absent due to work obligations. A quorum was present. Guests attending from the Louisiana Dept of Wildlife and Fisheries were Patrick Banks, Administrator, Fisheries Division, Baton Rouge and Villis Dowden, Fisheries Biologist/Manager from Natchitoches. The minutes of the meeting of Aug 14, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Jones moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Banks, Mr. Dowden, and the commission discussed the next possible drawdown of the lake. In general, LDWF prefers to schedule a drawdown if needed about every 5-7 years on lakes to benefit fisheries and aquatic vegetation management. The last two drawdowns on Grand Bayou Reservoir were in 2015 and 2020. Both drawdowns were 7 feet. The commission believes that, in general, the lake is in good condition regarding aquatic vegetation. The commission considered today’s discussion, which involved many factors, and determined that a drawdown is not needed at present. A less extensive drawdown, perhaps 4 to 5 feet, may be considered next time. Commissioner Jon …
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Thu Aug 14, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Grand Bayou Reservoir District to discuss water sales

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review water sales and approve payments for July 2025 bills. The meeting includes a review of the July 10, 2025, meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves July bills and previous meeting minutes

The Board of Commissioners approved the July 2025 bills and the minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting. The board reviewed the July 2025 financials and received a report on routine resort maintenance.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting August 14, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 07/10/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion _______ Second _________ New Business: 1. Water Sales Continued Business: 1. NONE Manager’s report: July 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 11:00 AM 08/13/2025
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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Aug 14, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Becky Craig was absent due a family matter. A quorum was present. The minutes of the meeting of July 10, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Jones moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, the board was advised by Mr. Pickett that there is a possibility of another water sale while a current water sale is ongoing. Different companies are involved. There was no continuing business. Mr. Pickett provided the manager’s report regarding routine resort maintenance, along with a brief reminder on the upcoming tax renewal election and related issues. Pickett presented the board with the July bills. Commissioner Jones moved to pay the bills and Commissioner Thomas seconded. Motion carried. The July 2025 financials were reviewed and verbally approved. There was no other business to come before the board. Commissioner Worsham moved to adjourn; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried; the meeting was adjourned. _______________________ Faerie Sledge, Secretary
Thu Jul 10, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Board to hear annual state audit report and discuss millage election

The John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board will hold a regular meeting to approve June 2025 bills, hear the annual state audit report presented by Jennifer Hawkins, and receive an update on the millage election. A visitor, Sara Scott, is also scheduled to speak.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves June bills and 2024 annual audit report

The board approved the June 2025 bills and the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. Commissioners reviewed the 2024 annual financial report, which contained no findings. The board also discussed an increased cost estimate from the Secretary of State for the November 15, 2025 millage renewal election.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting July 10, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 06/12/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion ________ Second _________ New Business: 1. Sara Scott (Visitor) 2. Annual State Audit Report (Jennifer Hawkins /w TCBT) Continued Business: 1. Millage Election Update Manager’s report: June 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 11:00 AM 07/09*/2025
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… John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes July 10, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were: Becky Craig, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Anita Hinds was absent due to illness. A quorum was present. Jennifer Hawkins, CPA, with the CPA firm of Thomas, Cunningham, Broadway & Todtenbier (TCBT) was present to review the annual financial report for 2024. Another guest, Sara Scott, had requested to address the commission, but was not present. In new business, Mrs. Hawkins reviewed the annual audit report with the commissioners. It was a good report with no findings. The minutes of the meeting of June 12, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Jones moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under continuing business, the board discussed the update on the estimate of the commission’s cost share of the upcoming millage renewal election on Nov. 15, 2025. The Secretary of State’s office has increased the estimate for the board’s cost share for the election. In the manager’s report, Pickett noted that summer bookings and event attendance have been good. He also advised the board about routine maintenance matters. Pickett presented the board with the June bills. Commissioner Worsham moved to pay the …
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Thu Jun 12, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on 2025 millage rate and call special election for tax continuation

The John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board will consider adopting the 2025 millage rate and will vote on a resolution to call a special election authorizing continuation of the special tax. The board will also hear a guest presentation on bass genetics from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

✓ Decided: Commission approves May bills and previous meeting minutes

The Board of Commissioners approved the May 2025 bills and the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. The board reviewed a millage resolution for the 2025 tax roll and a proposition for the November 15, 2025 election. A representative from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries provided a report on bass genetic sampling.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting June 12, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 05/08/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion ________ Second _________ New Business: 1. Bass Genetics (Guest: Villis Dowden LDWF) 2. Adoption of the 2025 Millage Rate 3. Adoption of a resolution ordering and calling for a special election to be held in the John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District, to authorize the continuation of a special tax therein, making application to the State Bond Commission, and providing for other matters in connection therein. 4. A resolution ordering and calling a special election to be held in the John K. Kelly Grand 5. Bayou Reservoir District, to authorize the continuation of a special tax therein, making 6. application to the State Bond Commission, and providing for other matters in connection 7. therewith. 8. A resolution ordering and calling a special election to be held in the John K. Kelly Grand 9. Bayou Reservoir District, to authorize the continuation of a special tax therein, making 10. application to the State Bond Commission, and providing for other matters in connection 11. therewith. Continued Business: 1. Upcoming Events Manager’s report: May 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Financial Statements: Motion___ …
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… John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. All other commissioners were present: Becky Craig, Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Guest was Villis Dowden, fisheries biologist manager with Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). The minutes of the meeting of May 8, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Jones moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Dowden reported to the board about recent LDWF activities on the lake such as genetic sampling of bass and related matters. He noted that there is a high influence of Florida bass genetics in the fish here in Grand Bayou. LDWF stocks about 30,000 Florida largemouth bass each year on Grand Bayou. The next order of new business was the matter of the millage resolution to be levied on the 2025 tax roll. Commission Secretary Faerie Sledge read the resolution. See exhibit B attached (one page). The next order of business was the matter of the Notice of Special Election and the Proposition (Millage Continuation) for the November 15, 2025 election. Commission Secretary Faerie Sledge read the proposition. See exhibit A, pages 1 and 2 attached. See exhibit C, pages 1 and 2 attached. In other business, P …
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Thu May 8, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Commission to consider continuing ad valorem tax

The Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially decide on an intent announcement for ad valorem tax continuation. The board will also hear a presentation on the WIOA Youth Program and review the manager's report, including approval of April 2025 bills and financial statements.

✓ Decided: Board approves April bills and agrees to WIOA Youth Program placement

The board approved the April 2025 bills and financials and agreed to host a WIOA Youth Program participant at the resort gatehouse. Commissioners also reviewed an intent announcement for a public meeting on June 12, 2025, regarding a tax renewal election.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting May 8, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 04/17/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion ________ Second _________ New Business: 1. WIOA Youth Program (Guest: Kisha Newsom) 2. Intent Announcement (Ad Valorem Tax Continuation) Continued Business: 1. Upcoming Events Manager’s report: April 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Financial Statements: Motion_________ Second__________ Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 11:00 AM 05/07/2025
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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes May 8, 2025, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Becky Craig, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Anita Hinds was absent due to a family matter. A quorum was present. Guest was Kisha Newsom, representative with the WIOA Youth Program. The minutes of the meeting of Apr 17, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Thomas moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Ms. Newsom presented information about the WIOA Youth Program and the possibility of a young person working part time at Grand Bayou Resort for several weeks in the near future. The program would be at no cost to the board and the board would be free to withdraw from the program at any time with no penalty. There would be no formal contract, only an agreement. The board, Mr. Pickett, and Ms. Newsom agreed that the young lady would start work in the gatehouse week after next. Under other new business the board discussed the upcoming tax renewal. The secretary read aloud the intent announcement which will be published in the official journal, the Coushatta Citizen, on May 15, 2025. The announcement reads as follows: Announcement of Public Meeting Notice is hereby given that at its meeting to …
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Thu Apr 17, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Commission to vote on millage renewal, pavilion, and beach items

The Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission will consider new business including a millage renewal, a pavilion project, and beach matters. They will also continue discussion on a boat dock and vote on approving March 2025 bills.

✓ Decided: Commission approves March bills and reviews millage renewal process

The board approved the March 2025 bills and the minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting. Manager David Pickett provided updates on a millage renewal election scheduled for November 15, 2025, and ongoing maintenance at the beach and pavilion.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting April 17, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 03/13/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion ________ Second _________ New Business: 1. Millage Renewal 2. Pavillion 3. Beach Continued Business: 1. Boat Dock Manager’s report: March 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 11:00 AM 04/16/2025
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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Apr 17, 2025, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Becky Craig and Anita Hinds were absent due to family matters. Tom Jones was absent due to a previous commitment. A quorum was present. The minutes of the meeting of Mar 13, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Thomas moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Pickett advised the board he had discussed the upcoming millage renewal with Becky Craig, former Red River Parish tax assessor, and Dovie Beard, current RRP tax assessor. He also spoke with Melissa at the law firm of Foley and Judell. She will send him the necessary paperwork and instructions in the next few weeks. She indicated the election date will be Nov 15, 2025, as this will be a regular election date in the state. Pickett also notified the board about regular maintenance being done on the pavilion and at the beach. Under continued business, he updated the board on the new floating dock which is nearly completed and is in the water for final touches. For the manager’s report, Pickett requested that the board go into executive session to discuss a personnel matter. Thomas moved to go into executive session …
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Thu Mar 13, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Commission to vote on electrical issues and February bills

The Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission will hold a regular meeting to address new business including electrical issues, continued discussion on a boat dock, and approval of February 2025 bills. The meeting will also include approval of prior meeting minutes and other business.

✓ Decided: Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board approves February bills and financials

The Board of Commissioners approved the February 2025 bills and financials. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from February 13, 2025. Manager David Pickett reported on electrical repairs, a nearly complete floating dock, and the hiring of two new employees.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting March 13, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 02/13/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion ________ Second _________ New Business: 1. Electrical issues Continued Business: 1. Boat Dock Manager’s report: February 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 11:00 AM 03/12/2025
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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Mar 13, 2025, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Becky Craig was absent due to family matter. A quorum was present. The minutes of the meeting of Feb 13, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Hinds moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Pickett advised the board about some routine electrical repair work that he had had done by a local electrician. They will be checking for any other issues. Under continued business, he noted that the replacement floating dock (20’ x 16’) is almost complete at the boat launch. In the manager’s report, Mr. Pickett noted that he hired two new employees. He also mentioned that fishing is good on the lake. Several big bass have been caught and several fishing tournaments are coming up. The condition of the lake is good. Pickett presented the board with the February bills. Commissioner Jones moved to pay the bills and Worsham seconded the motion. Motion carried. The February 2025 financials were reviewed and verbally approved. There was no other business to come before the board. Commissioner Worsham moved to adjourn; Commissioner Jones seconded. Mo …
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Thu Feb 13, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission to meet February 13

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review January 2025 bills and discuss equipment insurance. The agenda includes a report from the LDWF and a discussion on a floating boat dock.

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✓ Decided: Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission approves January bills and meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the January 9, 2025 meeting and authorized payment of the January bills. The board received updates on LDWF fish population sampling and resort equipment insurance.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting February13, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 01/09/2025 meeting: Approval: Motion ________ Second _________ New Business: 1. LDWF – Villis Dowden Continued Business: 1. Insurance on equipment 2. Boat dock (floating) Manager’s report: January 2025 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 10:00 AM 02/12/2025
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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Feb 13, 2025, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Anita Hinds, Faerie Sledge, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Becky Craig was absent due to family illness. Commissioners Tom Jones and Antony Thomas were absent due to work obligations. A quorum was present. Villis Dowden, fisheries biologist and manager with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries was also present. The minutes of the meeting of Jan 9, 2025, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Hinds moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Dowden updated the commission regarding the LDWF work plans for the year including sampling current fish populations, along with fish genetics. The current aquatic vegetation situation in the lake was also briefly discussed. Under continued business, Mr. Pickett noted that the resort had obtained insurance from the current carrier on equipment as discussed in a previous meeting. He also noted that he and the resort maintenance crew are working on replacing the old floating boat dock. There was also a brief discussion regarding natural gas drilling in the area. In the manager’s report, Mr. Pickett noted that he is beginning early preparations for the annual upcoming audit. P …
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Thu Jan 9, 2025

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

Board to review equipment insurance quote and approve December bills

The John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board will consider a quote for equipment insurance and approve payments for December 2024 bills. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a manager's report. No other substantive decisions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves equipment insurance and December bill payments

The Board of Commissioners approved a quote to insure all major equipment owned by the resort. The board also approved the payment of December bills and verbally approved the December 2024 financials.

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John K Kelly - Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting January 09, 2025 Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 4:00 PM Call to Order: Roll Call: Craig___ Hinds____ Jones____ McCoy____ Sledge ____ Thomas____ Worsham____ Minutes of 12/12/2024 meeting: Approval: Motion _________ Second _________ New Business: 1. Quote for Equipment Insurance Continued Business: Manager’s report: December 2024 Bills - Approve Payments Motion__________ Second__________ Other Business: Adjournment ____________ Motion _____________ Second ____________ Posted: 10:00 AM 01/08/2025
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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Jan 9, 2025, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Becky Craig, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Anita Hinds was absent due to illness. The minutes of the meeting of Dec 12, 2024, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Jones moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Craig seconded. Motion carried. There was no new business. Under continued business, Pickett advised the commission he had obtained a quote from the resort’s insurance carrier for insurance on all major equipment owned by the resort. Following a short discussion by the commission, Sledge made a motion to insure the items as discussed and Thomas seconded. Motion passed. Pickett also advised the commission that he does not expect that the resort will need to purchase any major equipment in 2025. He did note that, at some point this year, the commission may need to consider changing the policy on rental deposits for lodges, cabins, etc. In the manager’s report, Pickett reported on routine maintenance issues. Pickett presented the board with the December bills. Commissioner Worsham moved to pay the bills; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried. The December 2024 financials were reviewed and verbally approved. There was no other b …
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Thu Dec 12, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board adopts 2025 budget

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the proposed 2025 budget. The commission also approved the November bills and the minutes from the November 10, 2024, meeting.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Dec 12, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. All other commissioners, Becky Craig, Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham were present, along with resort manager David Pickett. The minutes of the meeting of Nov 10, 2024, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Hinds moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Thomas seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Pickett presented the proposed 2025 budget to the commissioners for review. A short discussion followed. Commissioner Jones made the motion to adopt the budget as proposed. Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Under continued business, Pickett noted that the “preventing sexual harassment” training for 2024 for all employees and any commissioners who wished to participate at that time was completed at the resort on Dec. 3. In the manager’s report, Pickett presented an overview of 2024 resort matters. Pickett presented the board with the November bills. Commissioner Worsham moved to pay the bills; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried. The November 2024 financials were reviewed and verbally approved. There was no other business to come before the board. Commissioner Worsham moved to adjourn; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried; the meeting was adjourned. ______________ …
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Thu Nov 14, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission approves October bills

The commission approved the meeting minutes from October 10, 2024, and authorized payment of the October bills. The board also verbally approved the October 2024 financials.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Nov 14, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. All other commissioners, Becky Craig, Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham were present, along with resort manager David Pickett. The minutes of the meeting of Oct 10, 2024, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Hinds moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried. Mr. Pickett reminded the commission about completing yearly training requirements including ethics training and “preventing sexual harassment” training prior to Dec. 31. The latter training will also be made available to the employees as usual. Pickett updated the board on routine resort matters. He also updated the commission on the aquatic vegetation issue that arose a few months ago and has since been resolved. Pickett presented the board with the October bills. Commissioner Thomas moved to pay the bills; Commissioner Sledge seconded. Motion carried. The October 2024 financials were reviewed and verbally approved. There was no other business to come before the board. Commissioner Worsham moved to adjourn; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried; the meeting was adjourned. _______________________ Faerie Sledge, Secretary
Thu Oct 10, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission reviews LDWF herbicide spraying cessation

The commission approved the September 2024 bills and meeting minutes. Members discussed a recent decision by state officials to prohibit the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries from spraying herbicide on the lake, though no formal action was taken on the matter.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Oct 10, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, and Faerie Sledge along with resort manager David Pickett. Three commissioners were absent: Becky Craig and Richard Worsham were out due to family matters, and Antony Thomas was absent due to an injury. There was a quorum present. Also in attendance were special guests from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). They were Patrick Banks, Administrator, Fisheries Management Division from Baton Rouge, and Kane Finkbeiner, Aquatic Plant Control Biologist Manager for North Louisiana from Monroe. The minutes of the meeting of Sept 19, 2024, were reviewed by the commission. Commissioner Hinds moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried. In new business, Mr. Banks and Mr. Finkbeiner addressed the commission on a recent development regarding cessation of herbicide spraying of aquatic vegetation on the lake. The commission has yet to receive any official correspondence or notification regarding the matter and was not notified ahead of time that any such decision would be forthcoming or even discussed. The commission learned through Mr. Banks, Mr. Finkbeiner, and unofficial channels that LDWF is now prohibited from spraying herbicide on the lake. This has been done by LD …
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Thu Sep 19, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approves pavilion and bathhouse repairs

The Board of Commissioners approved necessary repairs to the pavilion roof and bathhouse. The commission also approved the August bills and the August 2024 financials.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Sept 19, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Becky Craig, Faerie Sledge, and Antony Thomas, along with resort manager David Pickett. Three commissioners were absent: Tom Jones was out of town on business, Richard Worsham was absent due to a family matter, and Anita Hinds was ill. There was a quorum present. Special guest was Villis Dowden, fisheries biologist manager with Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). The minutes of the meeting of Aug 8, 2024, were reviewed. Commissioner Thomas moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Craig seconded. Motion carried. In new business, Mr. Dowden presented the commission with information about largemouth bass genetics. Also mentioned briefly was the proper use and removal of passive fishing gear. Mr. Pickett advised the commission about repairs that are needed to the pavilion roof and bathhouse. A brief discussion followed. Commissioner Thomas made a motion to have the repairs done as discussed. Commissioner Craig seconded. Motion carried. In other new business, there was a short discussion related to duck hunting and duck blinds. Under continued business, the commission noted the recent delivery of new chairs for the conference room. Pickett reported on the recent purchase of a new mower. In the manager’s report, Pi …
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Thu Aug 8, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves lawn mower purchase and pest control contract

The Board approved a contract with Orkin Pest Control and authorized the purchase of eight conference room chairs. The commission also approved the payment of July bills and authorized the purchase of a lawn mower.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Aug 8, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Becky Craig, Anita Hinds, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Tom Jones was out of town on business. There was a quorum present. The minutes of the meeting of July 11, 2024, were reviewed. Commissioner Thomas moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Craig seconded. Motion carried. In new business, Pickett advised the commission about a recent monthly proposal that he had received from Orkin Pest Control for the resort. After a discussion, Craig made a motion to accept the proposal and Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under continued business, Pickett updated the commission on the repair work recently completed on the fishing pier. The commission also continued the discussion on buying new conference room chairs. Thomas made a motion to purchase 8 chairs as previously discussed; Hinds seconded. Motion carried. Sales tax does not apply to such a purchase. In the manager’s report, Pickett advised the commission about routine maintenance issues, including updates on the fishing cabins. He also noted that the resort needs another lawn mower, so he has done some research. A discussion followed. Hinds made a motion that Pickett go ahead and purchase the needed mower …
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Thu Jul 11, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission adopts 2024 millage rate

The Board of Commissioners adopted the 2024 millage rate and approved the June 2024 bills. The board also accepted a bid for pier maintenance work and upheld existing rental regulations for the event center.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes July 11, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Becky Craig, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Commissioner Anita Hinds was absent due to a family matter. There was a quorum present. Guests present were Jennifer Hawkins with the accounting firm Thomas, Cunningham, Broadway & Todtenbier (TCBT), along with her son. The minutes of the meeting of June 13, 2024, were reviewed. Commissioner Craig moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Jones seconded. Motion carried. Mrs. Hawkins provided copies of the 2023 audit to the commissioners and reviewed the findings. There were no findings, no exceptions. Mrs. Hawkins and her son departed the meeting following the review. The commission discussed millage rates and voted to adopt the 2024 millage rate. The resolution was read aloud by Chairman McCoy, followed by a rollcall vote. There were 6 yays, no nays, no abstentions, and one absentee. Motion to adopt the millage carried. In continued business, the commissioners again discussed the request from local minister Shawn Beard and the groups “Man Church” and “Woman Church” to use the event center or other park facilities for their services. Following further discussion, the commissioners agreed to continue to abide by the …
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Thu Jun 13, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves May bills and previous meeting minutes

The Board of Commissioners approved the May 2024 bills and the minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting. The commission reviewed the May 2024 financials and a draft of the 2023 audit, which contained no negative findings. No formal decision was made regarding a request to use the park for religious services.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes June 13, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Secretary Faerie Sledge called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Becky Craig, Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Chairman Peggy McCoy and Vice Chairman Antony Thomas were absent due to other business. There was a quorum present. The minutes of the meeting of May 9, 2024, were reviewed. Commissioner Jones moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under continued business, Mr. Pickett and the commission discussed routine issues such as the ice machine lease, new AC units that were recently installed in some of the lodges, and the need for a few additional new park signs. In addition, sewer upgrades previously discussed were completed. Mr. Pickett noted in the manager’s report that he had received a draft of the 2023 audit. There were no negative findings. In new miscellaneous business, Mr. Pickett advised the commission that a new employee has been hired. Also, some repairs are needed on the fishing pier (painting, roof work). He also noted that local minister Shawn Beard recently asked him about the possibility of using the park (possibly the event center or pavilion) for a service known locally as Man Church (held monthly) and Woman Church (held every 3 months). There was some discussion, but no formal …
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Thu May 9, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves HVAC replacements and ice machine lease renewal

The Board approved the purchase of four new HVAC units for resort lodges and agreed to renew the ice machine lease. The commission also approved the April 2024 bills and meeting minutes from April 11, 2024.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes May 9, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Becky Craig was absent due to a family matter. There was a quorum present. The minutes of the meeting of Apr 11, 2024, were reviewed. Commissioner Jones moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Thomas seconded. Motion carried. Under continued business, Mr. Pickett and the commission discussed various topics such as insurance renewals (liability, property, and workman’s compensation). All buildings and other resort structures are covered and current premiums paid up. Mr. Pickett has hired two new employees. The ice machine lease expires the end of May. All commissioners agreed that it should be renewed as a service to guests. Commission Chair McCoy will take care of the paperwork. As part of the manager’s report, routine maintenance issues such as painting the fishing pier were discussed. Booking numbers for the events center, cabins, and lodges are up. Under new business, the need to replace HVAC units in 4 of the lodges was discussed. Mr. Pickett has obtained a price for the new units. Hinds made a motion to buy the 4 units as discussed and Jones seconded. Motion carried. Also, under new business, the commissione …
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Thu Apr 11, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board authorizes insurance renewals and adopts new payroll policy

The Board of Commissioners approved the payment of March bills and authorized the resort manager to renew insurance policies. The board also adopted an improved personnel and payroll policy. Discussions were held regarding the legality of hoop nets on the lake.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Apr 11, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Becky Craig, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Anita Hinds was absent due to a family matter. There was a quorum present. Villis Dowden, fisheries biologist with Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, was a guest. The minutes of the meeting of Mar 14, 2024, were reviewed. Commissioner Thomas moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Worsham seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Pickett brought up the subject of passive gear, specifically hoop nets, on the lake. He had had some questions from a local fisherman regarding the wording in the 2024 LDWF pamphlets. Mr. Dowden confirmed that certain size hoop nets are still illegal on GBR. He stated the new pamphlets will be corrected at the next printing. A brief discussion on related matters followed and Mr. Dowden was able to answer some questions from the commissioners. He then departed the meeting. Also, under new business, Mr. Pickett advised the commissioners about some upcoming changes in insurance renewals (liability, property, and workman’s compensation). He will obtain new quotes on the upcoming renewals and coverage on some other park properties. Jones made a motion for Mr. Pickett to be …
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Thu Mar 14, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves purchase of new side-by-side and adds Easter as paid holiday

The Commission approved the purchase of a Kubota side-by-side and added Easter as a paid holiday for employees. February bills and financials were approved. Discussions regarding the resort's employment policy were tabled for a future meeting.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Mar 14, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Anita Hinds, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Becky Craig was absent due to a family matter. Tom Jones was absent due to a work - related matter. There was a quorum present. The minutes of the meeting of Feb 8, 2024, were reviewed. Commissioner Hinds moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Thomas seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Pickett brought up the subject of the resort’s employment policy specifically regarding paid holidays, vacation and/or sick leave. He mentioned changes that he believes will be helpful to both the resort and the employees. Some possibilities were discussed. The commission decided to table the matter and continue the discussion at a future meeting. Hinds made a motion to add Easter as a paid holiday. Thomas seconded. Motion passed. Under old business, Mr. Thomas noted that some people had mentioned to him that our boat parking lot is too small. The commissioners noted that this has been discussed in the past, but no real solution has ever been reached. There is not much remaining space. Mr. Pickett noted that some fishermen fail to drop their fees in the fee box. He started opening the office earlier than usual this spring to coll …
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Thu Feb 8, 2024

John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves event center floor cleaning and tractor equipment purchase

The Board approved a $2,700 contract for event center floor cleaning and authorized the manager to purchase a tractor grapple. The commission also approved the payment of January bills and the January 2024 financials.

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John K. Kelly – Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Feb. 8, 2024, 4 pm Grand Bayou Resort 5286 Hwy 784 Coushatta, LA 71019 Commission Chairman Peggy McCoy called the meeting to order. Other commissioners present were Anita Hinds, Tom Jones, Faerie Sledge, Antony Thomas, and Richard Worsham, along with resort manager David Pickett. Becky Craig was absent due to a family matter. There was a quorum present. The minutes of the meeting of Jan 11, 2024, were reviewed. Commissioner Jones moved to approve them as written; Commissioner Hinds seconded. Motion carried. Under new business, Mr. Pickett reported that the yearly audit engagement letter had been received from the CPA firm of Thomas, Cunningham, Broadway, & Todtenbier and approved by the state. This year’s quote is $1000 less than last year’s. Also discussed under new business was cleaning of the event center floor and new wiring on certain RV sites. The estimate by Thomas Floors was $2700. Hinds made a motion to have the floor cleaned by Thomas Floors as discussed; Worsham seconded. Motion was approved. Under old business, Mr. Pickett is still working on obtaining for the park’s tractor a grapple with a third function valve installed. He is waiting on another quote from Patrick Miller Tractor. Craig made a motion that the commission give him authority to make the purchase as discussed. Sledge seconded the motion. Motion carried. Other miscellaneous maintenance and housekeeping matters were discuss …
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