Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners public meetings in 2024
13 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board will meet December 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Valley Farmer's Co-Op. They will vote on minutes from November, approve October and November financial statements, and hear reports from the maintenance superintendent, DOTD, and the administrator. New business includes a permit from SWEPCO and employee evaluation forms.
- Permit from SWEPCO
- Employee Evaluation Forms
- Approval of October and November 2024 Financial Statements
- Approval of Minutes from November 2024
- Maintenance Superintendent's Report by Billy Dunn
The Board approved the November 2024 minutes and October 2024 financial statement. Members discussed levee certification efforts and a budget increase for a pipe project near Marco due to FEMA requirements. The Board also addressed a maintenance dispute regarding a levee in a wildlife preserve.
- Approved November 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved October 2024 financial statement (unanimous)
- Requested attorney to notify SWEPCO that work on Highway 71 power lines is at their own risk pending Corps of Engineers approval
- Requested attorney to investigate a potential contract between the Parish and a wildlife preserve for levee maintenance
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Board approved a $5,237.24 invoice from Edko, LLC for previously agreed spraying work, and a $2,275.00 invoice from Ronald E. Corkern, Jr. for the 2024-2025 Capital Outlay Application. Project engineer Susan Douglas completed the emergency plan required for FEMA certification and will forward it for Board review and approval. DOTD engineer Jarmarquis Torrence reported work on the Campti-Clarence levee profile and that Danny Matt will install a bridge instead of a low water crossing.
- Approved payment of Invoice No. 370331 from Edko, LLC for $5,237.24 for spraying
- Approved payment of $2,275.00 to Randy LaCaze for 2024-2025 Capital Outlay Application preparation
- Susan Douglas completed the FEMA-required emergency plan; copy to be sent to Board for review and approval
- Discussion on whether to tie in the levee at corners or build a setback levee behind Jolly Nash’s home
- DOTD working on Campti-Clarence levee profile; Danny Matt to install bridge instead of low water crossing
The Board approved two invoices for spraying services and the preparation of capital outlay requests. Members received updates on levee maintenance, DOTD projects, and a pending FEMA emergency plan.
- Approved October 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $5,237.24 payment to Edko, LLC for spraying (Invoice No. 370331)
- Approved $2,275.00 payment to Randy LaCaze for 2024-2025 Capital Outlay Application and 2025 requests
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The board adopted Resolution No. 3 of 2024 appointing Ronald E. Corkern, Jr. to act on behalf of the district for FP&C Project No. 36-L26-24-01, which includes $500,000 for the Powhatan levee and $1.3 million for the Campti-Clarence levees. DOTD reported that the Natchitoches levee will likely be approved for accreditation, but the Campti-Clarence levee will not, requiring additional repairs estimated at $1.2 million per acre for at least two acres. The board also discussed a permit for a low water crossing and deferred discussion on an amendment to a professional services agreement.
- Adopted Resolution No. 3 of 2024 appointing Ronald E. Corkern, Jr. to act on behalf of the district for FP&C Project No. 36-L26-24-01, certifying state disbursements
- DOTD reported Natchitoches levee likely approved for accreditation; Campti-Clarence levee not approved, needs raising above 126 feet
- Estimated $1.2 million per acre needed for at least two acres of Campti-Clarence levee restoration
- Board approved $500,000 for Powhatan levee and $1.3 million for Campti-Clarence levees via capital outlay
- Changed monthly meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. starting November 2024
The Board adopted Resolution No. 3 of 2024 to appoint Ronald E. Corkern, Jr. to manage matters and state disbursements for FP&C Project No. 36-L26-24-01. The Board also accepted the 2023-2024 audit report and approved financial statements for July through September 2024.
- Adopted Resolution No. 3 of 2024 appointing Ronald E. Corkern, Jr. for FP&C Project No. 36-L26-24-01 (Unanimous)
- Approved August and September 2024 minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved July, August, and September 2024 financial statements (Unanimous)
- Accepted 2023-2024 Audit Report prepared by TWRU
- Changed monthly meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. starting November (Unanimous)
- Deferred discussion on Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixon, Inc.
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The meeting was held without a quorum, meaning no official business could be conducted. Members held informal discussions regarding an audit report and engineering services.
- Informal discussion of 2023-2024 audit report
- Informal review of Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson, Inc.
- Update on Saline Bayou Bridge replacement from LA DOTD Engineer Jarmarquis Torrence
- Consensus among present members to request cost estimates from MML&H rather than entering a general contract
The meeting was called to order without a quorum present, meaning no formal business could be conducted. Board members held an informal discussion regarding a professional services agreement and the 2023-2024 audit report.
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and meeting to discuss adopting and adjusting millage rates. The board will also consider payment of a specific invoice and review financial reports from June and July 2024.
- Adoption of millage rate
- Setting adjusted millage rate and roll forward millage not to exceed maximum authorized rate
- Edko Invoice No. 369383 for $52,855.85
The Board of Commissioners approved the adoption of the millage rate through Resolutions No. 1 and 2. The Board also approved the June 2024 financial statement and payments for spraying services provided by Edko, LLC.
- Approved July 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved June 2024 Financial Statement (unanimous)
- Approved payment of three Edko, LLC invoices for 2024 spraying (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 1 regarding millage rate (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 2 regarding millage rate (unanimous)
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review May and June 2024 financial statement reports and hear maintenance and DOTD updates. The meeting includes notice that the adoption of adjusted millage rates is scheduled for the August 6, 2024, meeting.
- Approval of May & June, 2024 Financial Statement Reports
- Maintenance Superintendent's Report by Billy Dunn
- Notice regarding upcoming adoption of adjusted millage rate(s)
The Board approved the June 2024 minutes and the May 2024 financial statement. Project Engineer Susan Douglas reported that the district received $1.8 million in capital outlay funds, including $135,000 in general funds for current year use.
- Approved June 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved May 2024 Financial Statement (unanimous)
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial reports and budget updates. The board is scheduled to approve the 2024-2025 budget and amend the 2023-2024 budget. A notice was provided regarding the adoption of millage rates at next month's meeting.
- Approval of 2024-2025 Budget
- Amendment of 2023-2024 Budget
- Notice of upcoming millage rate adoption
- Maintenance Superintendent's Report by Billy Dunn
- DOTD Report by Jamarquis Torrence
The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an amended budget for 2023-2024 and the proposed budget for 2024-2025. The May 2024 financial statement was deferred to the next meeting as the bank statement had not been received.
- Approved May 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted amended 2023-2024 budget (unanimous)
- Approved proposed 2024-2025 budget (unanimous)
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting to approve April 2024 minutes and financial statement reports. The agenda also includes reports from the Maintenance Superintendent, DOTD, and Administrator.
- Approval of April 2024 minutes
- Approval of April 2024 Financial Statement Reports
- Maintenance Superintendent's Report
- DOTD Report
- Deadline for Financial Disclosure Statements on May 15, 2024
The Board approved the April 2024 meeting minutes and financial statements. Members confirmed the rejection of uninsured motorist coverage for the district's renewed insurance policy.
- Approved April 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved April 2024 Financial Statements (unanimous)
- Confirmed rejection of uninsured motorist coverage
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve March 2024 minutes and financial statement reports. The agenda also includes reports from the Maintenance Superintendent, DOTD, and Administrator.
- Approval of March 2024 Financial Statement Reports
- Discussion regarding Association of Levee Boards of Louisiana Annual Workshop (May 2-3, 2024)
- Notice that Financial Disclosure Statements are due May 15, 2024
The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the March 2024 meeting minutes and financial statements. Members received reports on levee maintenance and ongoing coordination with the Corps of Engineers regarding river revetment projects.
- Approved March 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved March 2024 Financial Statements (unanimous)
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board will meet to approve February meeting minutes and financial statements. They will hear reports from the maintenance superintendent and DOTD. New business includes a financial disclosure deadline, making Michael W. Smith a permanent employee, and completing online ethics training.
- Approval of February 2024 minutes and financial statement
- Maintenance Superintendent's Report by Billy Dunn
- DOTD Report by Jamarquis Torrence
- Discussion of Michael W. Smith's permanent employee status effective 3/14/24
- Reminder of Ethics Online Training requirement due May 15
The Board approved the February 2024 minutes and financial statements. The Board also voted to grant permanent employee status to Michael Smith.
- Approved February 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved February 2024 Financial Statements (unanimous)
- Approved making Michael Smith a permanent employee (unanimous)
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners will meet to review the Operation and Maintenance Plan and discuss tractor purchases. The agenda also includes approving financial statements and several invoices for construction and legal services.
- Review and approval of O&AM Plan
- $4,031.00 invoice payment to Progressive Construction
- Two invoice payments to Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson totaling $7,275.00 for Project 007119.03
- $25,000.00 invoice payment to Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson for O&M preparation
- Discussion regarding the purchase or lease of tractors
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Board approved a 2024 spraying proposal from Edko, LLC and the purchase of two John Deere tractors and cutters. It also adopted a new Operation and Maintenance Manual and authorized payments for completed levee work.
- Accepted 2024 spraying proposal from Edko, LLC for $186,889.68 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of two John Deere 6135E Cab Tractors and two rotary cutters for $81,040.00 after trade-in (unanimous)
- Adopted Operation and Maintenance Manual prepared by Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson (unanimous)
- Approved $25,000.00 payment to Meyer, Meyer, Lacroix & Hixson for O&M Manual preparation (unanimous)
- Approved $4,031.00 payment to Progressive Construction for Lower Cane River project retainage (unanimous)
- Approved December 2023 and January 2024 Financial Statements (unanimous)
- Approved January 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review November 2023 financial statement reports and December 2023 meeting minutes. The meeting includes reports from the Maintenance Superintendent, DOTD, and Administrator.
- Approval of November 2023 Financial Statement Reports
- Approval of December 2023 meeting minutes
- Maintenance Superintendent's Report by Billy Dunn
- DOTD Report by Jamarquis Torrence
- Discussion regarding Red River Valley Assn Annual Convention February 2024
The Board approved the December 2023 meeting minutes and the November 2023 financial statement. Commissioners decided to review pricing and leasing options for tractors and bush hogs for discussion in February.
- Approved December 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted November 2023 financial statement
- Decided to review prices and leasing options for tractors and bush hogs