Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District, LA
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Thu Nov 20, 2025
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District to hold regular meeting
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District will hold a regular meeting on November 20, 2025. The provided document is a meeting notice and does not list specific agenda items.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
NOVEMBER 18, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District will be
held as follows:
DATE: Thursday, November 20, 2025
TIME: 11:00 PM
PLACE OF MEETING: 212 Hancock St., St. Joseph, LA 71366
AGENDA: See attached agenda.
____________________________________
Steve Weeks
President
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District, doing business as NELA-MD, is
a political subdivision of the State of Louisiana, incorporated in 2022 by
RS 33:140.71. In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need
special assistance, please contact Bryant Killen at (225) 315-4234 or Winn
Nettles at (318) 437-6008, describing the assistance that is necessary.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
✓ Decided: District approves resolution to submit Louisiana Capital Outlay request
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District approved a resolution to submit a Capital Outlay Request. The board also approved the June 25, 2025, meeting minutes and the current financial statement.
- Approved June 25, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Approved resolution to submit Capital Outlay Request
- Approved project reports
- Approved other business items
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MULTIMODAL DISTRICT
HELD ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2025
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District met in regular session on Wednesday, 11 September 2025 at 11:00 A.M.
Officer Steve Weeks, President, was present. Officers Karvan Powell, Vice President, and Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer, were absent. Commissioners Taft Tucker, Rogers Leonard, Marshall Hardwick & Russ Ratcliff were present. Commissioners Teddy Oliver & Jim Lensing were absent. Bryant Killen, Executive Director & Winn Nettles, Deputy Director, were also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order at 11:08 A.M.
Minutes from the board meeting held on June 25, 2025 were approved by a motion from Mr. Taft and second from Mr. Hardwick.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Leonard and a second by Mr. Hardwick.
In Project Reports, Mr. Killen discussed the earmark given by Senator Kennedy as well as the CRISI application. Mr. Killen also gave an update in regard to the District’s Louisiana Capital Outlay request. A resolution to submit a Capital Outlay Request was approved on a motion by Mr. Leonard and second by Mr. Ratcliff. Further conversation was given with regard to Public-Private investment, State Bond Commission, Rural & Tribal Assistance Pilot Program, Build Grant Application, CRISI application/DeltaLink update, as well as the Northeast LA Port & Rail Master Plan. Project Reports were approved on a motion by Mr. …
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Thu Sep 11, 2025
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
Notice of upcoming Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District meeting
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District has scheduled a regular meeting for September 11, 2025. The specific items for discussion or decision are not listed in the provided notice.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
SEPTEMBER 8, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District will be
held as follows:
DATE: Thursday, September 11, 2025
TIME: 11:00 PM
PLACE OF MEETING: 212 Hancock St., St. Joseph, LA 71366
AGENDA: See attached agenda.
____________________________________
Steve Weeks
President
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District, doing business as NELA-MD, is
a political subdivision of the State of Louisiana, incorporated in 2022 by
RS 33:140.71. In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need
special assistance, please contact Bryant Killen at (225) 315-4234 or Winn
Nettles at (318) 437-6008, describing the assistance that is necessary.
Wed Jun 25, 2025
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District meeting scheduled for June 25
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District will hold a regular meeting on June 25, 2025. The provided document does not list specific agenda items.
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✓ Decided: Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District approves financial and project reports
The board approved the March 27, 2025 meeting minutes and the current financial statement. Project reports and other business items, including updates on property expropriation and legislative matters, were also approved.
- Approved March 27, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Approved project reports including Senator Kennedy earmark and CRISI application
- Approved other business items including property expropriation update and SB 322 update
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
JUNE 25, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District will be
held as follows:
DATE: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
TIME: 11:00 PM
PLACE OF MEETING: 212 Hancock St., St. Joseph, LA 71366
AGENDA: See attached agenda.
____________________________________
Steve Weeks
President
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District, doing business as NELA-MD, is
a political subdivision of the State of Louisiana, incorporated in 2022 by
RS 33:140.71. In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need
special assistance, please contact Bryant Killen at (225) 315-4234 or Winn
Nettles at (318) 437-6008, describing the assistance that is necessary.
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MULTIMODAL DISTRICT
HELD ON JUNE 25, 2025
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District met in regular session on Wednesday, 25 June 2025 at 11:00 A.M.
Officers Steve Weeks, President, & Karvan Powell, Vice President, were present. Officer Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer, was absent. Commissioners Taft Tucker, Rogers Leonard, Marshall Hardwick & Russ Ratcliff were present. Commissioners Teddy Oliver & Jim Lensing were absent. Bryant Killen, Executive Director & Winn Nettles, Deputy Director, were also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on March 27, 2025 were approved by a motion from Mr. Ratcliff and second from Mr. Powell.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Tucker and a second by Mr. Hardwick.
In Project Reports, Mr. Killen discussed the earmark given by Senator Kennedy as well as the CRISI application. Mr. Killen also gave an update in regard to the District’s Louisiana Capital Outlay request. Further conversation was given with regard to Public-Private investment, as well as the Northeast LA Port & Rail Master Plan. Project Reports were approved on a motion by Mr. Powell & a second by Mr. Leonard.
In Other Business, Mr. Killen gave an update regarding the expropriation of property south of the CP/KCS. Mr. Killen provided an update on SB 322 (Francis Thompson). Mr. Hardwick suggested hosting a steak dinner inviting local …
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Thu Mar 27, 2025
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
Regular meeting notice with no substantive items listed
This is a procedural notice for a regular meeting of the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District. The agenda is referenced only as an attachment, with no specific decisions or discussions described in the notice itself.
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✓ Decided: District approves compliance contract with Bishop, Paxton, Crigler & Moberley
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District approved a compliance contract with Bishop, Paxton, Crigler & Moberley. The board also approved the February 13, 2025 meeting minutes and the current financial statement.
- Approved February 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Approved project reports regarding Senator Kennedy earmark, CRISI application, Capital Outlay request, Public-Private investment, and Port & Rail Master Plan
- Approved compliance contract with Bishop, Paxton, Crigler & Moberley
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
March 22, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District will be
held as follows:
DATE: Thursday, February 27, 2025
TIME: 11:00 PM
PLACE OF MEETING: 212 Hancock St., St. Joseph, LA 71366
AGENDA: See attached agenda.
____________________________________
Steve Weeks
President
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District, doing business as NELA-MD, is
a political subdivision of the State of Louisiana, incorporated in 2022 by
RS 33:140.71. In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need
special assistance, please contact Bryant Killen at (225) 315-4234,
describing the assistance that is necessary.
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MULTIMODAL DISTRICT
HELD ON MARCH 27, 2025
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District met in regular session on Thursday, 27 March 2025 at 11:00 A.M.
Officers Steve Weeks, President, & Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer, were present. Officer Karvan Powell, Vice President, was absent. Commissioners Teddy Oliver, Rogers Leonard, & Russ Ratcliff were present. Commissioners Taft Tucker, Marshall Hardwick, & Jim Lensing were absent. Bryant Killen, Executive Director & Winn Nettles, Deputy Director, were also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on February 13, 2025 were approved by a motion from Mr. Davis and second from Mr. Oliver.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Davis and a second by Mr. Leonard.
In Project Reports, Mr. Killen discussed the earmark given by Senator Kennedy as well as the CRISI application. Mr. Killen also gave an update in regard to the District’s Louisiana Capital Outlay request. Further conversation was given with regard to Public-Private investment, as well as the Northeast LA Port & Rail Master Plan. Project Reports were approved on a motion by Mr. Oliver & a second by Mr. Davis.
In Other Business, Mr. Killen gave an update regarding the expropriation of property south of the CP/KCS. Mr. Killen talked about ethics questionnaires from commissioners to be turned into the Louisiana Legislative Auditor. Appr …
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Thu Feb 13, 2025
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
NELA Multimodal District regular meeting Feb 13, 2025 at 11 PM
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District is holding a regular meeting on February 13, 2025 at 11:00 PM at 212 Hancock St., St. Joseph, LA. The agenda is attached to the notice but no specific items are listed in the provided text.
- Meeting date is Tuesday, February 13, 2024 (as written in notice, likely a typo for 2025)
- Meeting time: 11:00 PM
- Location: 212 Hancock St., St. Joseph, LA 71366
- Agenda is referenced as attached but not included in the provided text
- ADA accommodation contact: Bryant Killen at (225) 315-4234
✓ Decided: Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District adopts 2025 Budget
The District approved its 2025 Budget and a resolution of appreciation for Wyly Gilfoil. The board also approved the financial statement and project reports. Minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting were approved.
- Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Approved project reports
- Adopted 2025 Budget
- Adopted resolution of appreciation for Wyly Gilfoil
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
February, 11 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District will be
held as follows:
DATE: Tuesday, February 13 2024
TIME: 11:00 PM
PLACE OF MEETING: 212 Hancock St., St. Joseph, LA 71366
AGENDA: See attached agenda.
____________________________________
Steve Weeks
President
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District, doing business as NELA-MD, is
a political subdivision of the State of Louisiana, incorporated in 2022 by
RS 33:140.71. In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need
special assistance, please contact Bryant Killen at (225) 315-4234,
describing the assistance that is necessary.
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MULTIMODAL DISTRICT
HELD ON FEBRUARY 13, 2025
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District met in regular session on Thursday, 13 February 2025 at 11:00 A.M.
Officers Steve Weeks, President, & Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer, were present. Officer Karvan Powell, Vice President, was absent. Commissioners Marshall Hardwick, Jim Lensing, & Russ Ratcliff were present. Commissioners Taft Tucker, Teddy Oliver, & Rogers Leonard were absent. Bryant Killen, Executive Director & Winn Nettles, Deputy Director, were also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on November 21, 2024 were approved by a motion from Mr. Lensing and second from Mr. Ratcliff.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Ratcliff and a second by Mr. Hardwick.
In Project Reports, Mr. Killen discussed the earmark given by Senator Kennedy as well as the CRISI application. Mr. Killen also gave an update in regard to the District’s Louisiana Capital Outlay request. Further conversation was given with regard to Public-Private investment, as well as the Northeast LA Port & Rail Master Plan. Project Reports were approved on a motion by Mr. Ratcliff & a second by Mr. Tucker.
In Other Business, Mr. Killen gave an update regarding the expropriation of property south of the CP/KCS. On a motion by Mr. Leonard and a second by Mr. Powell, the District adopted a 2025 Budget. Mr. Killen tal …
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Thu Nov 21, 2024
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✓ Decided: Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District adopts 2025 Budget
The District approved its 2025 Budget and engaged Mason Williams accounting services. The board also approved the September 17, 2024 meeting minutes and the current financial statement.
- Approved September 17, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Adopted 2025 Budget
- Approved engagement of Mason Williams accounting services
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MULTIMODAL DISTRICT
HELD ON NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District met in regular session on Tuesday, 21 November 2024 at 11:00 A.M.
Commissioners Steve Weeks, President, Karvan Powell, Vice President, & Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer were present. Commissioners Rogers Leonard, Marshall Hardwick, &Taft Tucker were present. Commissioners Jim Lensing, Teddy Oliver, & Russ Ratcliff were absent. Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director, & Winn Nettles, Bryant Hammett & Associates, were also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on September 17, 2024 were approved by a motion from Mr. Davis and second from Mr. Powell.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Powell and a second by Mr. Davis.
In Project Reports, Mr. Killen discussed the earmark given by Senator Kennedy as well as the CRISI application. Mr. Killen also gave an update in regard to the District’s Louisiana Capital Outlay request.
In Other Business, Mr. Killen gave an update in regard to the expropriation of property south of the CP/KCS. On a motion by Mr. Leonard and a second by Mr. Powell, the District adopted a 2025 Budget. Mr. Killen requested and collected ethics questionnaires from commissioners to be turned into the Louisiana Legislative Auditor. Mr. Killen gave a brief update on the State Bond Commission. Other Business was approved on a …
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Thu Nov 14, 2024
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District meeting scheduled for November 21
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District has scheduled a regular meeting for November 21, 2024. The specific items for discussion or decision are not listed in the provided notice.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
November, 20 2024
A Regular Meeting of the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District will be
held as follows:
DATE: Tuesday, November 21 2024
TIME: 11:00 PM
PLACE OF MEETING: 212 Hancock St., St. Joseph, LA 71366
AGENDA: See attached agenda.
____________________________________
Steve Weeks
President
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District, doing business as NELA-MD, is
a political subdivision of the State of Louisiana, incorporated in 2022 by
RS 33:140.71. In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need
special assistance, please contact Bryant Killen at (225) 315-4234,
describing the assistance that is necessary.
Thu Jun 27, 2024
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
✓ Decided: District approves revenue sharing and bonding services for railroad reconstruction
The board approved a revenue sharing agreement with the Lake Providence, Tensas, and Vidalia ports for railroad reconstruction. The board also authorized the engagement of financial advisors and a bond attorney to bond out funds. A resolution to submit a Louisiana Capital Outlay request was passed.
- Approved June 27, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Passed resolution to submit Louisiana Capital Outlay request
- Passed resolution to execute Revenue Sharing Agreement with Lake Providence Port, Tensas Port, and Vidalia Port
- Passed resolution to engage David Hartt for audit services
- Passed resolution to engage Argent financial advisors for bonding out funds
- Passed resolution to engage Foley & Judell as bond attorney for bonding out funds
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MULTIMODAL DISTRICT
HELD ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District met in regular session on Tuesday, 17 September 2024 at 11:00 A.M.
Commissioner Steve Weeks, President, was present. Commissioners Karvan Powell, Vice President, & Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer were absent. Commissioners Teddy Oliver, Rogers Leonard, Russ Ratcliff, Marshall Hardwick, &Taft Tucker were present. Commissioner Jim Lensing was absent. Wyly Gilfoil, port/district director, & Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director was also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on June 27, 2024 were approved by a motion from Mr. Ratcliff and second from Mr. Leonard.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Tucker and a second by Mr. Oliver
In Project Reports, a resolution to submit a Louisiana Capital Outlay request was passed on a motion by Mr. Leonard and a second by Mr. Tucker. Mr. Killen discussed the earmark given by Senator Kennedy as well as the CRISI application.
In Other Business, on a motion by Mr. Ratcliff and second by Mr. Leonard, the board passed a resolution to execute a Revenue Sharing Agreement, pertaining to railroad reconstruction, with the Lake Providence Port, Tensas Port, & Vidalia Port. A resolution was passed to engage David Hartt to provide audit services pertaining to the Louisiana Legislative Auditor. Pertaining to …
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Tue May 28, 2024
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✓ Decided: District authorizes agreements for managerial and intergovernmental services
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District approved financial statements and project reports. The board passed resolutions authorizing President Weeks to execute agreements with the Madison Parish Port Commission and the Lake Providence Port Commission (LPPC).
- Approved April 30, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Approved project reports
- Passed resolution authorizing Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Madison Parish Port Commission for managerial services
- Passed resolution authorizing Intergovernmental Agreement with LPPC
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MULTIMODAL DISTRICT
HELD ON MAY 28, 2024
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District met in regular session on Tuesday, 28 April 2024 at 2:00 P.M.
Commissioners Steve Weeks, President & Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer were present. Commissioner Karvan Powell, Vice President, was absent. Commissioners Teddy Oliver, Russ Ratcliff, Marshall Hardwick, Jim Lensing, Taft Tucker, & Rogers Leonard were present. Commissioners were absent. Wyly Gilfoil, port/district director & Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director were also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on April 30, 2024 were approved by a motion from Mr. Leonard and second from Mr. Oliver.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Tucker and a second by Mr. Ratcliff.
Mr. Killen gave a broad overview regarding the goals and objectives of the District. Mr. Killen reviewed the Capital Outlay request that has been made for FY24/25-$3,000,000 in priority 1 & $7,000,000 in priority 5. Mr. Killen presented an update to the board regarding Lake Providence Port Commission’s Port Priority application to reconstruct the railroad south from Tallulah to Newellton, which was submitted on December 1 2022. Mr. Killen also updated the board regarding Tensas Parish Port, Harbor & Terminal District’s Port Priority application (Newellton-Waterproof) as well as the Vidalia Port Commission’s appl …
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Wed Feb 28, 2024
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✓ Decided: District approves financial statement and project reports
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District approved the January 31, 2024 meeting minutes and the current financial statement. The board reviewed Capital Outlay requests for FY24/25 and several Port Priority applications for railroad reconstruction. Project reports were approved.
- Approved January 31, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Approved project reports
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MULTIMODAL DISTRICT
HELD ON FEBRUARY 28, 2024
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District met virtually in regular session on Wednesday, 28 February 2024 at 9:00 A.M.
Commissioners Steve Weeks, President as present. Commissioners Karvan Powell, Vice President, & Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer were absent. Commissioners Taft Tucker, Teddy Oliver, Russ Ratcliff, Jim Lensing & Rogers Leonard were present. Commissioner Marshall Hardwick was absent. Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director were also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on January 31, 2024 were approved by a motion from Mr. Tucker and second from Mr. Ratcliff.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Oliver and a second by Mr. Ratcliff.
Mr. Killen gave a broad overview regarding the goals and objectives of the District. Mr. Killen reviewed the Capital Outlay request that has been made for FY24/25-$3,000,000 in priority 1 & $7,000,000 in priority 5. Mr. Killen presented an update to the board regarding Lake Providence Port Commission’s Port Priority application to reconstruct the railroad south from Tallulah to Newellton, which was submitted on December 1 2022. Mr. Killen also updated the board regarding Tensas Parish Port, Harbor & Terminal District’s Port Priority application (Newellton-Waterproof) as well as the Vidalia Port Commission’s application (Waterproof- …
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Thu Dec 21, 2023
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✓ Decided: District approves lease execution and official name change
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District approved a resolution to execute a lease with the Lake Providence Port Commission. The board also approved a resolution to do business as the "Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District." Financial statements and project reports were approved.
- Approved November 6, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Approved project reports
- Approved resolution authorizing Chairman Weeks to execute lease with LPPC
- Approved resolution to do business as (DBA) the 'Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District'
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MULTIMODAL DISTRICT
HELD ON DECEMBER 21, 2023
The Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District met in regular session on Thursday, 21 December 2023 at 11:00 A.M. in the Police Jury office at 212 Hancock Street.
Commissioners Steve Weeks, President, Karvan Powell, Vice President, Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer, Taft Tucker, Jim Lensing, Russ Ratcliff, & Marshall Hardwick were present. Commissioners Teddy Oliver & Rogers Leonard were absent. Wyly Gilfoil, port/district director, Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director, Ben Guthrie, Frankie Burnside, Jay Hardwick, & David Dupree (LADOTD) were also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on November 6, 2023 were approved by a motion from Mr. Powell and second from Mr. Tucker.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Hardwick and a second by Mr. Tucker.
Mr. Killen gave a broad overview regarding the goals and objectives of the District. Mr. Killen reviewed the Capital Outlay request that has been made for FY24/25-$3,000,000 in priority 1 & $7,000,000 in priority 5. Mr. Killen presented an update to the board regarding Lake Providence Port Commission’s Port Priority application to reconstruct the railroad south from Tallulah to Newellton, which was submitted on December 1 2022. Mr. Killen also updated the board regarding Tensas Parish Port, Harbor & Terminal District’s Port Priority appl …
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Mon Nov 6, 2023
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✓ Decided: District approves resolution to expropriate land for railroad project
The board passed a resolution to expropriate a northern parcel after a 30-day good faith window closed without the landowner accepting the appraised value. The board also authorized Chairman Weeks to execute a check to the Madison Parish Clerk of Court for the right of way expropriation.
- Approved September 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Passed resolution to expropriate northern parcel
- Approved project reports
- Approved resolution authorizing Chairman Weeks to execute check to Madison Parish Clerk of Court for right of way expropriation
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA RAILROAD DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
HELD ON NOVEMBER 6, 2023
The Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District met in regular session on Monday, 6 November 2023 at 11:00 A.M. in the Police Jury office at 212 Hancock Street.
Commissioners Steve Weeks, President, Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer, Taft Tucker, Russ Ratcliff, & Marshall Hardwick were present. Commissioners Karvan Powell, Vice President, Teddy Oliver, Jim Lensing, Rogers Leonard, were absent. Wyly Gilfoil, port/district director, Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director, were also present.
Mr. Weeks called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on September 21, 2023 were approved by a motion from Mr. Davis and second from Mr. Tucker.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Davis and a second by Mr. Ratcliff.
Mr. Killen presented an update to the board regarding Lake Providence Port Commission’s Port Priority application to reconstruct the railroad south from Tallulah to Newellton, which was submitted on December 1 2022. Mr. Killen also updated the board regarding Tensas Parish Port, Harbor & Terminal District’s Port Priority application (Newellton-Waterproof) as well as the Vidalia Port Commission’s application (Waterproof-Vidalia) which will both be turned in on 12/1/23. Mr. Killen reviewed the plan regarding federal earmark requests, which will be jointly applied for. Mr. Killen reviewed app …
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Thu Sep 21, 2023
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✓ Decided: District approves $10 million capital outlay request for right of way acquisition
The Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District approved a resolution to apply for $10 million in capital outlay for right of way acquisition. The board also approved the financial statement and project reports. Updates were provided on Port Priority applications for railroad reconstruction.
- Approved resolution to apply for $10,000,000 capital outlay request for right of way acquisition
- Approved financial statement
- Approved project reports
- Approved minutes from July 20, 2023 meeting (pending clerical correction)
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA RAILROAD DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
HELD ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
The Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District met in regular session on Thursday, 20 May 2023 at 11:00 A.M. in the Police Jury office at 212 Hancock Street.
Commissioners Steve Weeks, President, Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer, Jim Lensing, Rogers Leonard, & Marshall Hardwick were present. Commissioners Karvan Powell, Vice President, Teddy Oliver, Taft Tucker, & Russ Ratcliff were absent. Wyly Gilfoil, port/district director, Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director, were also present.
Mr. Killen called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on July 20, 2023 were approved by a motion from Mr. Davis and second from Mr. Lensing, pending correction of a clerical error made by Mr. Killen regarding a commissioner’s presence.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Leonard and a second by Mr. Hardwick.
Mr. Killen presented an update to the board regarding Lake Providence Port Commission’s Port Priority application to reconstruct the railroad south from Tallulah to Newellton, which was submitted on December 1 2022. Mr. Killen also updated the board regarding Tensas Parish Port, Harbor & Terminal District’s Port Priority application (Newellton-Waterproof) as well as the Vidalia Port Commission’s application (Waterproof-Vidalia) which will both be turned in on 12/1/23. Mr. Killen reviewed appraisa …
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Thu Jul 20, 2023
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
✓ Decided: Board approves financial statement and project reports
The Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District approved the May 11, 2023 meeting minutes and a financial statement. The board also approved project reports following an update on a railroad reconstruction application and a failed $3 million Capital Outlay request for right-of-way acquisition.
- Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Approved project reports
- Approved other business regarding reconstruction phase overview
📄 From the minutes
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA RAILROAD DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
HELD ON JULY 20, 2023
The Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District met in regular session on Thursday, 20 May 2023 at 11:00 A.M. in the Police Jury office at 212 Hancock Street.
Commissioners Steve Weeks, President, and Karvan Powell, Vice President, Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer were present. Commissioners Teddy Oliver, Taft Tucker, Russ Ratcliff, & Marshall Hardwick were also present. Commissioner Jim Lensing was absent. Wyly Gilfoil, port/district director, Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director, were also present.
Mr. Killen called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on May 11, 2023 were approved by a motion from Mr. Oliver and second from Mr. Tucker.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Powell and a second by Mr. Davis.
Mr. Killen presented an update to the board regarding Lake Providence Port Commission’s Port Priority application to reconstruct the railroad south from Tallulah to Newellton, which was submitted on December 1 2022. Mr. Killen further stated that a Capital Outlay request in the amount of $3,000,000 had been submitted for the purpose of ROW acquisition, and was unsuccessful in receiving any funds. Project Reports were approved by a motion from Mr. Oliver and a second by Mr. Powell.
In Other Business, Mr. Killen gave an overview of how the reconstruction phases would take place. Other …
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Thu May 11, 2023
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
✓ Decided: District approves project reports for railroad reconstruction
The board approved project reports regarding a Port Priority application to reconstruct the railroad south from Tallulah to Newellton. A $3,000,000 Capital Outlay request for right-of-way acquisition has been submitted.
- Approved February 8, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved financial statement
- Approved project reports for railroad reconstruction from Tallulah to Newellton
📄 From the minutes
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA RAILROAD DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
HELD ON MAY 11, 2023
The Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District met in regular session on Wednesday, 11 May 2023 at 10:00 A.M. in the Police Jury office at 212 Hancock Street.
Commissioners Steve Weeks, President, and Karvan Powell, Vice President were present. Commissioner Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer was absent. Commissioners Jim Lensing, Taft Tucker, Russ Ratcliff, & Marshall Hardwick were also present. Commissioner Teddy Oliver was absent. Wyly Gilfoil, port/district director, Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director, were also present.
Mr. Killen called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on February 8, 2022 were approved by a motion from Mr. Powell and second from Mr. Ratcliff.
Mr. Killen gave a financial statement to the board, which was approved on a motion by Mr. Powell and a second by Mr. Tucker.
Mr. Killen presented an update to the board regarding Lake Providence Port Commission’s Port Priority application to reconstruct the railroad south from Tallulah to Newellton, which was submitted on December 1 2022. Mr. Killen further stated that a Capital Outlay request in the amount of $3,000,000 had been submitted for the purpose of ROW acquisition. Project Reports were approved by a motion from Mr. Lensing and a second by Mr. Hardwick.
There were no items in Other Business to approve.
The meeting adjourned on a motion by Mr. Powell and a second m …
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Wed Feb 8, 2023
Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District
✓ Decided: District approves resolution to expropriate property for railroad reconstruction
The board approved a resolution to expropriate property south of Tallulah for railroad reconstruction. The board also selected Tensas State Bank as its financial institution and appointed Rogers Leonard as the 9th Commissioner.
- Approved minutes from October 26, 2022
- Appointed Rogers Leonard as 9th Commissioner
- Approved Project Reports
- Approved resolution to expropriate property south of Tallulah
- Selected Tensas State Bank as financial institution
📄 From the minutes
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA RAILROAD DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
HELD ON FEBRUARY 8, 2023
The Northeast Louisiana Railroad Development District met in regular session on Wednesday, 8 June 2023 at 10:30 A.M. in the Police Jury office at 212 Hancock Street.
Commissioners Steve Weeks, President, and Jamie Davis, Secretary/Treasurer were present. Commissioners Jim Lensing, Taft Tucker, Russ Ratcliff, Teddy Oliver & Marshall Hardwick were also present. Commissioner Karvan Powell, Vice President was absent. Wyly Gilfoil, port/district director, Bryant Killen, deputy port/district director, were also present.
Mr. Killen called the meeting to order.
Minutes from the board meeting held on October 26, 2022 were approved by a motion from Mr. Davis and second from Mr. Oliver.
Mr. Killen presented an update to the board regarding Lake Providence Port Commission’s Port Priority application to reconstruct the railroad south from Tallulah to Newellton, which was submitted on December 1 2022. Election of the 9th Commissioner resulted in Rogers Leonard being selected for the seat. Mr. Killen further stated that a Capital Outlay request in the amount of $3,000,000 had been submitted for the purpose of ROW acquisition. Project Reports were approved by a motion from Mr. Tucker and a second by Mr. Davis.
In other business, Mr. Killen presented the board with a resolution to expropriate property south of Tallulah, if needed, in the efforts to reconstruct the railroad south. The res …
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