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Thu Sep 25, 2025
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to accept annual audit, close capital projects, discuss litigation
The Sabine River Authority Board will consider closing two capital projects and two park improvement projects, accept the FY 2024-2025 annual audit report from Griffin & Furman, LLC, and discuss a boat storage agreement with the Sabine Parish Sheriff's Office. The board will also enter executive session to discuss three pending lawsuits and potential litigation over a waterline right-of-way.
- Close capital projects: SCADA system and pump station #3 upgrade to 35,000 GPM
- Close park improvement projects: Cypress Bend culvert installation
- Accept annual audit report for FY 2024-2025 from Griffin & Furman, LLC
- Discuss agreement with Sabine Parish Sheriff's Office for boat storage at Cypress Bend Park
- Executive session to discuss three lawsuits and potential litigation over SRA waterline right-of-way
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND GOLF RESORT BALLROOM
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2025
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer ________________
C. Pledge of Allegiance ________________
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 07-24-25 Meeting
CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON 2.
Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FORD
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Closeout SRD Capital Project #7-SCADA System and
Project #13-Upgrade4 PS#3 to 35,000GPM output
FERGUSON
2. Closeout Park Improvement Projects: Cypress Bend 11-#4000-
Culvert Installation FERGUSON
K. New Business:
1. Accept Annual Audit Report on FY’24-‘25 by Griffin & Furman, LLC
2. Agreement with Sabine Parish Sheriff’s Office for Boat Storage at
Cypress Bend Park
FERGUSON
3. Discuss Sponsorship for Junior Golf Tournament
FERGUSON
Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal
GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division
RAINS
3. Parks
S. FULTON
4. Finance NORTON
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort FORET
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations
FORET/VIDRINE
Sub-Committee Reports:
1. Power/Water Sales Report 9-25-25 MOORE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to
collective
barg …
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Thu Jul 24, 2025
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to consider Pendleton water recall petition and litigation strategy
The Sabine River Authority Board will consider a Pendleton Water Recall Petition and appoint a Water/Power Sales Committee. The board will also enter executive session to discuss three pending lawsuits and potential litigation over a waterline right-of-way. Staff reports include a Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations update, shoreline update, and financial report.
- Pendleton Water Recall Petition
- Appointment of Water/Power Sales Committee
- Executive session for Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs SRA (Case No. 0682511)
- Executive session for Marko & Erica Jill Baca, et al vs SRA (Case No. 068266)
- Potential litigation relative to SRA Waterline Right-of-way
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✓ Decided: SRA Board appoints chairs for Water/Power Sales and other committees
The Board established a special committee to oversee water and power sales and appointed chairpersons for several standing committees. The Board also approved staff reports and the minutes from the June 2025 meeting.
- Approved June 26, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports (unanimous)
- Appointed Gary Moore as Chairman of the Water/Power Sales Committee (unanimous)
- Elected Byron Gibbs as Chairman of the Diversion Canal Committee (acclamation)
- Elected Matthew Rains as Chairman of the Toledo Bend Division Committee (acclamation)
- Elected Sam Fulton as Chairman of the Parks Committee (acclamation)
- Appointed Michael Norton as Chairman of the Finance Committee (unanimous)
- Elected Jimmy Foret, Jr as Chairman of the Cypress Bend Golf Resort Committee (acclamation)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND GOLF RESORT BALLROOM
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2025
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer ________________
C. Pledge of Allegiance ________________
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 06-26-25 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FORD
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Appointment of Water/Power Sales Committee CHAIRMAN
a. Convene Committee for Election of Chairman
b. Adjourn
2.
K. New Business:
1. Pendleton Water Recall Petition FERGUSON
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Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal
a. Convene Committee for Election of Chairman
b. Adjourn Committee
2. Toledo Bend Division
a. Convene Committee for Election of Chairman
b. Adjourn Committee
3. Parks
a. Convene Committee for Election of Chairman
b. Adjourn Committee
4. Finance
5. a. Convene Committee for Election of Chairman
b. Adjourn
6. Cypress Bend Golf Resort
a. Convene Committee for Election of Chairman
b. Adjourn
7. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations GOODEAUX/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, pr …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY JULY 24, 2025
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Ned Goodeaux, Chairman
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Conrad Cathey
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr
Mr. Sam Fulton, Jr
Mr. Gary Moore
Mr. Ricky Moses
Mr. Michael Norton
Mr. Matthew Rains
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mrs. Anna Garcie
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA
Kellie Ferguson, Deputy Director SRA, Many, LA
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA
There were one hundred and twenty (120) visitors.
Mr. Goodeaux called the meeting to order. Mr. Miller (? First name?) offered the
Prayer and led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mrs. Garcie and Mr.
Jeane were absent; however, a quorum was established.
Mr. Goodeaux asked for a motion to adopt the agenda if there were no additions
or deletions. Mr. Moore moved, under New Business, Item #1 — Pendleton Water
Recall Petition to be removed from the agenda, seconded by Mr. Foret. Motion
carried. Mr. Gibbs moved, seconded by Mr. Sam Fulton to …
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Thu Jun 26, 2025
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to adopt final budget, elect officers, and discuss Aqueduct Partners deal
The Sabine River Authority Board will vote on final adoption of the FY 2025-2026 budget, discuss extending a letter of intent with Aqueduct Partners, and elect officers for the coming year. The board will also consider resolutions on delegation of purchasing authority, select the official journal, approve a legal contract, and go into executive session to discuss pending litigation.
- Final Acceptance of Budget FY 2025-2026
- Discuss Extension of Letter of Intent with Aqueduct Partners
- Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
- Selection of Official Journal (The Sabine Index)
- Executive session on three pending lawsuits and potential waterline right-of-way litigation
✓ Decided: Sabine River Authority approves FY 2025-26 budget of $20.8M
The Board approved the final budget for FY 2025-26 and renewed several administrative resolutions and contracts. Discussions regarding water sale pricing for non-governmental entities were deferred to a future committee. A request to extend a Letter of Intent with Aqueduct Partners was tabled.
- Approved FY 2025-26 budget with $17,155,632.00 revenue and $20,858,132.00 expenses (Unanimous)
- Re-elected Ned Goodeaux (Chairman), Byron Gibbs (Vice-Chairman), and Shane Jeane (Secretary) (Unanimous)
- Approved The Sabine Index as the Official Journal (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution for Delegation of Appointing Authority for the Executive Director (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution for Purchasing Authority up to $25,000 for the Executive Director (Unanimous)
- Approved Legislative Compliance Questionnaire and Resolution (Unanimous)
- Adopted Banking Resolution for Hancock Whitney Bank (Unanimous)
- Renewed Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips, LLC contract for $50,000 (Unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND GOLF RESORT BALLROOM
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2025
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer ________________
C. Pledge of Allegiance ________________
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 05-22-25 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FORD
H. Special Reports:
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I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Final Acceptance of Budget FY’25-’26 FORD
2. Discuss Extension of Letter of Intent with Aqueduct Partners FOUNDS
K. New Business:
1. Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, & Secretary CHAIRMAN
2. Selection of Official Journal-The Sabine Index FERGUSON
3. Adopt Resolution for Delegation of Appointing Authority FERGUSON
4. Adopt Resolution for Purchasing Authority FERGUSON
5. Approve Legislative Compliance Questionnaire FORD
6. Adopt Resolution Banking Resolution FERGUSON
7. Approve Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips Contract FORD
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L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance FULTON
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort FORET
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations GOODEAUX/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1 …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY JUNE 26, 2025
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Ned Goodeaux, Chairman
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mr. Conrad Cathey
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Sam Fulton, Jr
Mr. Gary Moore
Mr. Ricky Moses
Mr. Michael Norton
Mr. Matthew Rains
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr
Mrs. Anna Garcie
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA
Kellie Ferguson, Deputy Director SRA, Many, LA
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA
There were sixty-four (64) visitors.
Mr. Goodeaux called the meeting to order. Mr. Gibbs offered the Prayer and Mr.
Goodeaux led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Foret and Mrs.
Garcie were absent; however, a quorum was established.
Mr. Goodeaux asked for a motion to adopt the agenda if there were no additions
or deletions. Mr. Norton moved to add under New Business, Item #8 - “Discuss and
authorize setting the minimum price for water sales from the Sabine River
Authority to non-governmental entities, excluding Water Boards; motion seconded …
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Thu May 22, 2025
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority to discuss litigation in executive session
The Board of Commissioners will receive staff reports on finances, operations, and the shoreline. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss three legal matters. Committee reports will cover the Diversion Canal, Toledo Bend Division, Parks, Finance, and Cypress Bend Golf Resort.
- Executive session regarding Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 0682511)
- Executive session regarding Marko & Erica Jill Baca, et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 068266)
- Executive session regarding potential litigation for SRA Waterline Right-of-way
- Financial report by Ford
- Operational update by Remedies
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✓ Decided: Sabine River Authority Board reviews out-of-state water sale options
The Board approved staff and financial reports and reviewed the status of a potential out-of-state water sale. Members will compile questions for Aqueduct Partners to determine if the agency will move forward with a water sale agreement.
- Approved minutes of the March 27, 2025 meeting (Unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as circulated and presented (Unanimous)
- Approved March 27, 2025 Parks Committee minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved March 27, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved Executive Director's Report (Unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND GOLF RESORT BALLROOM
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer ________________
C. Pledge of Allegiance ________________
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 03-27-25 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FORD
H. Special Reports:
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I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1.
2.
K. New Business:
1.
2.
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
a. Approve minutes from 03-27-25 meeting
4. Finance FULTON
a. Approve minutes from 03-27-25 meeting
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort FORET
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations GOODEAUX/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority State of
Louisiana 11th District Court Parish of Sabine, State of Louisiana Case
No.0682511
Item …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY MAY 22, 2025
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Ned Goodeaux, Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mr. Conrad Cathey
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Sam Fulton, Jr
Mrs. Anna Garcie
Mr. Gary Moore
Mr. Ricky Moses
Mr. Michael Norton
Mr. Matthew Rains
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr
Mr. Byron Gibbs
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA
Kellie Ferguson, Deputy Director SRA, Many, LA
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA
There were six (6) visitors.
Mr. Goodeaux called the meeting to order. Mr. Fulton offered the Prayer and Mr.
Goodeaux led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Foret and Mr.
Gibbs were absent; however, a quorum was established.
Mr. Goodeaux stated that the minutes of the March 27, 2025 meeting were in the
packet and asked for a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting, if there were no
corrections. Mr. Fulton moved, seconded by Mrs. Garcie to approve the circulated
minutes of the Board meeting of March 27, 2025. Motion carried unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS: …
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Thu Mar 27, 2025
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority to discuss litigation, bylaw amendments, and golf resort report
The Sabine River Authority board will consider adopting the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, hear staff reports on operations and finances, and receive a special report from Sabine Medical Center. Old business includes discussion of SRD Capital Project #15 and proposed bylaw amendments. The board will also enter executive session to discuss three pending lawsuits and potential litigation regarding a waterline right-of-way.
- Executive session to discuss Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 0682511)
- Executive session to discuss Marko & Erica Jill Baca, et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 068266)
- Executive session to discuss potential litigation relative to SRA Waterline Right-of-way
- Discussion of proposed amendments to the bylaws
- Report from Cypress Bend Golf Resort
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND GOLF RESORT BALLROOM
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2025
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer ________________
C. Pledge of Allegiance ________________
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 02-27-25 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. Deputy Director’s Report FERGUSON
2. TBPJO FULTON
3. Shoreline Update STROTHER
4. Operational Update REMEDIES
5. Financial Report FORD
H. Special Reports:
1. Sabine Medical Center – CEO Dale Anderson
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Discuss SRD Capital Project #15 REMEDIES
2. Discuss proposed By-law Amendments FORET
K. New Business:
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L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
a. Report from 03-27-25 meeting
4. Finance
a. Report from 03-27-25 meeting
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort FORET
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations GOODEAUX/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LL …
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Sun Mar 23, 2025
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: SRA Board approves $11.1M budget and $1.2M in park improvements
The Board approved the FY’25-’26 budget and authorized over $1.2 million for improvements across four parks. It also approved a $600,000 fund reallocation for meter and equipment upgrades and updated cabin rental rates and fees.
- Approved FY’25-’26 Budget totaling $11,086,011.63 (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,245,000 for improvements at Pleasure Point, Cypress Bend, San Miguel, and Pendleton parks (Unanimous)
- Approved moving $600,000 from Project #17 to Project #15 for meter/equipment upgrades (Unanimous)
- Approved increased cabin rates at San Miguel and Cypress Bend and a $50 pet fee effective April 1, 2025 (Unanimous)
- Approved $50 cabin cleaning fee and reduced Senior/Disabled Veteran discount to 20% effective April 1, 2025 (Unanimous)
- Approved February 27, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Tabled proposed By-law changes until April 2025 meeting
- Approved staff, legal, and executive director reports (Unanimous)
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY MARCH 27, 2025
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Ned Goodeaux, Chairman
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mr. Conrad Cathey
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Sam Fulton, Jr
Mrs. Anna Garcie
Mr. Gary Moore
Mr. Ricky Moses
Mr. Michael Norton
Mr. Matthew Rains
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA
Kellie Ferguson, Deputy Director SRA, Many, LA
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint. Mgr C-SRA, Many, LA
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA
There were ten (10) visitors.
Mr. Goodeaux called the meeting to order. Mr. Fulton offered the
Prayer and Mr. Goodeaux led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was
noted that Mr. Foret was absent; however, a quorum was established.
Mr. Goodeaux stated that a request has been made to move Special
Reports-Sabine Medical Center after approval of the minutes so our visitors
can leave. Mr. Gibbs moved, seconded by Mrs. Garcie to amend the agenda as
requested and to adopt the amended agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Goodeaux stated that the minutes of the February 27, 2025 meeting
were in the packet and asked for a motion to approv …
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Thu Feb 27, 2025
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority Board to elect Chairman and discuss by-law amendments
The Board of Commissioners will meet to elect a Chairman and conduct an orientation for all board members. The agenda includes discussions on proposed by-law amendments and reports on the Diversion Canal and Cypress Bend Golf Resort. The board will also enter executive session to discuss three legal matters.
- Election of a Chairman
- Discussion of proposed By-law Amendments
- Executive session regarding Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No.0682511)
- Executive session regarding Marko & Erica Jill Baca, et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No.068266)
- Executive session regarding potential litigation relative to SRA Waterline Right-of-way
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✓ Decided: Mr. Goodeaux elected Chairman of the Sabine River Authority Board
The Board elected a new Chairman and approved the minutes from the December 5, 2024 meeting. Staff provided updates on reservoir levels, permitting activity, and financial reports for the Diversion Canal and Toledo Bend divisions. Proposed by-law changes were tabled until March 2025.
- Elected Mr. Goodeaux as Chairman by acclamation
- Approved minutes of the December 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as presented (unanimous)
- Tabled proposed by-law changes until March 2025
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND GOLF RESORT BALLROOM
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
10:00AM THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2025
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order VICE- CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer ________________
C. Pledge of Allegiance ________________
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
1. Orientation for ALL BOARD MEMBERS
2. Break for Lunch
Motion to Reconvene 1PM
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 12-05-24 Meeting VICE- CHAIRMAN
1. Election of a Chairman VICE-CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. Deputy Director’s Report FERGUSON
2. TBPJO FULTON
3. Shoreline Update STROTHER
4. Operational Update REMEDIES
5. Financial Report FORD
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. The Center for Performance Excellence (CPEX)-Report
2. Discuss proposed By-law Amendments FORET
K. New Business:
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L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort FORET
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations FORET/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY FEBRUARY 27, 2025
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Byron Gibbs, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mr. Conrad Cathey
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Sam Fulton, Jr
Mrs. Anna Garcie
Mr. Ned Goodeaux
Mr. Gary Moore
Mr. Ricky Moses
Mr. Michael Norton
Mr. Matthew Rains
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA
Kellie Ferguson, Deputy Director SRA, Many, LA
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint. Mgr C-SRA, Many, LA
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA
There were thirty-seven (37) visitors.
Mr. Gibbs called the meeting to order. Mr. Fulton offered the Prayer
and Mr. Gibbs led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that
Mr. Foret was absent; however, a quorum was established.
Mr. Gibbs asked for a motion to adopt the agenda if there were no
additions and deletions. Mrs. Anderson stated that staff would like to
table under Old Business Item #1-By-law Changes since Mr. Foret was unable
to attend due to illness. Mr. Gibbs asked for a motion to approve the
amendment to the agenda and to adopt the amended agenda? Mrs. Garcie moved,
seconded by Mr. Fulton to amend the agenda as requested …
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Thu Dec 5, 2024
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to discuss proposed bylaw changes and surge protection for pump station
The Sabine River Authority Board will consider proposed bylaw changes for a January vote and discuss purchasing surge protection equipment for Pump Station #4. The board will also hear staff reports on operations, finances, and a shoreline update, and may enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.
- Review handout of proposed bylaw changes for January vote
- Discuss purchase of surge protection equipment for Pump Station #4
- Executive session on Deloutre Property Rentals litigation (Case No. 0682511)
- Executive session on Baca et al litigation (Case No. 068266)
- Executive session on potential litigation over SRA waterline right-of-way
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND GOLF RESORT
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
11:00AM THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2024
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order VICE- CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 11-06-24 Meeting VICE- CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Review Handout of Proposed By-law Changes for
January Vote FORET
K. New Business:
1. Discuss Purchase Surge Protection Equipment for
Pump Station #4 REMEDIES
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L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort FORET
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations FORET/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority State of
Louisiana 11th District Court Parish of Sabine, State of Louisiana Case
No. …
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Sun Dec 1, 2024
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves $39,931 for pump station repairs and surge protection
The Board approved nearly $40,000 for surge protection and sensor repairs at Pump Stations #3 and #4. The meeting also included staff reports on power house operations, reservoir levels, and shoreline permitting.
- Approved $39,931 for surge protection equipment at Pump Station #4 and sensor repairs at Pump Stations #3 and #4 (Unanimous)
- Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as presented (Unanimous)
- Tabled review of proposed By-law changes until January 2025
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STATE OF LOUISIANA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
| CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
11:00AM THURSDAY DECEMBER 5, 2024
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Byron Gibbs, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mr. Conrad Cathey
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Sam Fulton, Jr
Mr. Ned Goodeaux
Mr. Gary Moore
Mr. Ricky Moses
| Mr. Michael Norton
Mr. Matthew Rains
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr
Mrs. Anna Garcie
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA
Kellie Ferguson, Deputy Director SRA, Many, LA
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint. Mgr C-SRA, Many, LA
| Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA
There were eight (8) visitors.
Mr. Gibbs called the meeting to order. Mr. Gibbs offered the Prayer and Mr.
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Item #1 since Mr. For …
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Wed Nov 6, 2024
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to discuss litigation and Pleasure Point Park road overlay
The Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting including staff reports, committee updates, and a public comment period. Old business includes discussion of the Pleasure Point Park Road overlay. The board will enter executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority and Marko & Erica Jill Baca, et al vs Sabine River Authority.
- Discussion of Pleasure Point Park Road overlay
- Executive session for litigation strategy on two lawsuits (Case Nos. 0682511 and 068266)
- Staff reports on TBPJO Fulton, shoreline update, operational update, and financial report
- Committee reports on Diversion Canal, Toledo Bend Division, Parks, Finance, Cypress Bend Golf Resort, and Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations
- Next meeting scheduled for December 5, 2024 at Cypress Bend Resort
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✓ Decided: SRA Board approves $612,000 in additional funding for Pleasure Point Park road project
The Board approved additional funding to cover a budget shortfall for the Pleasure Point Park Road Overlay project. Members also directed staff to draft by-law amendments regarding the Toledo Bend Joint Operations Board membership and term limits.
- Approved additional $612,000 for Pleasure Point Park Overlay Project (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as circulated and presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of the September 26, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved staff to prepare language for by-law amendments regarding Toledo Bend Joint Operations Board membership for a January 2025 vote (unanimous)
- Approved Legal and Executive Director’s reports (unanimous)
- Appointed Mr. Stanley Vidrine to the Toledo Bend Joint Operations Board
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND GOLF RESORT
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
10:00AM WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2024
A G E N D A
SWEARING-IN CEREMONY
A. Call to Order VICE- CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
1. Orientation for ALL Board Members
2. Break for Lunch
MOTION to Reconvene from Lunch
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 09-26-24 Meeting VICE- CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Discuss Pleasure Point Park Road Overlay REMEDIES
K. New Business:
1.
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort FORET
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations FORET
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority State of
Louisiana 11th District Court Parish of Sabine, State of Louisian …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
10:00AM WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2024
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Byron Gibbs, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mr. Conrad Cathey
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr
Mr. Sam Fulton, Jr
Mrs. Anna Garcie
Mr. Ned Goodeaux
Mr. Gary Moore
Mr. Ricky Moses
Mr. Matthew Rains
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Michael Norton
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA
Kellie Ferguson, Deputy Director SRA, Many, LA
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA
Colby Matthew, Procure. Analyst 1-SRA, Many, LA
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint. Mgr C-SRA, Many, LA
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA
There were seven (7) visitors.
(The Board of Commissioners were sworn into office prior to the meeting called to
order.)
Mr. Gibbs called the meeting to order. Mr. Gibbs offered the Prayer and Mr.
Goodeaux led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Norton was
absent; however, a quorum was established.
Mr. Gibbs asked for a motion to adopt the agenda if there were no additions and
deletions. Mr. Foret stated that he would like to add under New Business, …
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Thu Sep 26, 2024
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to discuss land transfer to Ebarb Choctaw-Apache Tribe
The Sabine River Authority Board will consider approving a land transfer to the Ebarb Choctaw-Apache Tribe, adopt a resolution for banking signatures, and accept the annual audit report for FY 2023-2024. The board will also enter executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits.
- Discuss and approve pursuing transfer of land to the Ebarb Choctaw-Apache Tribe
- Adopt resolution for banking signatures
- Accept annual audit report for FY 2023-2024 by Griffin & Furman, LLC
- Executive session on Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 0682511)
- Executive session on Marko & Erica Jill Baca, et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 068266)
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✓ Decided: SRA Board accepts clean FY 2023-24 audit and approves land transfer process
The Board accepted a clean annual audit report for FY 2023-24 showing a net position increase of $4,899,613.00. Members approved moving forward with transferring land to the Ebarb Choctaw Apache Tribe and Sabine Parish School Board pending federal approval. The Board also updated banking signature privileges and approved per diem for CPEX orientation.
- Accepted FY 2023-24 Annual Audit Report (unanimous)
- Approved pursuing land transfer to Ebarb Choctaw Apache Tribe and Sabine Parish School Board pending federal approval (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution to update banking signature privileges (unanimous)
- Approved per diem and expenses for Board members' CPEX orientation (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports, including power house and shoreline permitting updates (unanimous)
- Approved Legal and Executive Director's reports (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from June 25, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND GOLF RESORT
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 07-25-24 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Discuss and Approve to pursue transfer of land to the Ebarb
Choctaw-Apache Tribe FOUNDS
K. New Business:
1. Approve Per Diem due to CPEX Orientation for Board
Members FERGUSON
2. Adopt Resolution for Banking Signatures FERGUSON
3. Accept Annual Audit Report for FY’23-’24 by
Griffin & Furman, LLC
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort FORET
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/FORET
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER 5
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 8
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MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Chairman 11
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary 13
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 14
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr 15
Mr. Ned Goodeaux 16
Mr. Mike McCormic 17
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 18
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 19
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MEMBERS ABSENT: Mrs. Estella Scott 21
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OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 23
Kellie Ferguson, Deputy Director SRA, Many, LA 24
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 25
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA 26
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA 27
Colby Matthew, Procure. Analyst 1-SRA, Many, LA 28
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint. Mgr C-SRA, Many, LA 29
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 30
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Mr. Ebarb called the meeting to order. Mr. Gibbs offered the Prayer and Mrs. 35
cupit led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mrs. Scott was absent; 36
however, a quorum was established. 37
Mr. Ebarb asked for a motion to adopt the agenda if there were no additions and 38
deletions. Mrs. Ferguson stated that staff would like to move New Business, Item #3-the 39
Audit to be presented before the Staff Reports since it will be done by zoom. Mr. Ebarb 40
asked …
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Thu Jul 25, 2024
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to consider approving a vision study for the agency's future
The Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to consider routine items including adoption of the agenda, approval of previous meeting minutes, and staff reports. A key new business item is a proposal to approve a Vision Study by the Center for Planning Excellence for the agency's future. The board will also enter executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits.
- Approve Vision Study by Center for Planning Excellence for agency's future
- Executive session on Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 0682511)
- Executive session on Marko & Erica Jill Baca, et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 068266)
- Staff reports on TBPJO, shoreline update, operations, and finances
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✓ Decided: SRA approves $50,000 vision study for agency's future
The Board approved funding for a six-month vision study by the Center for Planning Excellence to assess infrastructure and economic needs. Additionally, the Board authorized a pilot program to install three Osprey nesting platforms in the Lanan Area. Staff reports on power house operations and shoreline permitting were also approved.
- Approved $50,000 contract for Center for Planning Excellence to perform a future vision study (Unanimous)
- Approved pilot program with LA Wildlife & Fisheries to install three Osprey nesting platforms in the Lanan Area (Unanimous)
- Approved staff reports on Power House Operations, Shoreline Permitting, and Operational updates (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)
- Awarded contract to D&K Marine Construction for removal of South Toledo Bend Water intake tower
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND RESORT BALLROOM
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, JU, 2024
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 06-27-24 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
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K. New Business:
1. Approve Vision Study to be performed by Center for Planning
Excellence for the future of the Agency FOUNDS
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort FORET
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/FORET
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority State of
Louisiana 11th District Court Parish of Sabine, State of Louisiana Case
No.0682511
Item #2: Marko & Erica J …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER 5
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
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MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Chairman 11
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Vice-Chairman 12
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 13
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr 14
Mr. Ned Goodeaux 15
Mr. Mike McCormic 16
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 17
Mrs. Estella Scott 18
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 19
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MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary 21
Mr. Therman Nash 22
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OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 24
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 25
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 26
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA 27
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA 28
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint. Mgr C-SRA, Many, LA 29
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 30
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Thu Jun 27, 2024
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority Board to adopt FY'24-'25 budget, elect officers, and consider legal contracts
The Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners will meet on June 27, 2024, at Cypress Bend Resort to conduct routine business including adoption of the agenda, approval of previous minutes, and staff reports. Notable actions include final acceptance of the FY'24-'25 budget, election of board officers, selection of the official journal, approval of resolutions on appointing and purchasing authority, approval of a contract with Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips, and a recommendation for deputy director. The board will also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation in two cases.
- Final Acceptance of Budget FY'24-'25
- Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
- Selection of Official Journal: The Sabine Index
- Approve contract with Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips
- Executive session for litigation: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs SRA and Marko & Erica Jill Baca et al vs SRA
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✓ Decided: Board approves FY 2024-25 budget and appoints new Deputy Director
The Board of Commissioners approved the final budget for fiscal year 2024-25 and appointed Kellie Ferguson as Deputy Director. The Board also authorized a $50,000 legal contract and granted the Executive Director purchasing authority up to $25,000.
- Accepted final Budget for FY 2024-25 (Unanimous)
- Appointed Kellie Ferguson to contractual position of Deputy Director for three years (Unanimous)
- Approved $50,000 contract for legal counsel Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips, LLC (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution granting Executive Director purchasing authority up to $25,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved reallocation of $14,073.89 from closed projects to Project #7A-2500 for picnic shelters (Unanimous)
- Selected The Sabine Index as the Official Journal (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution for Delegation of Appointing Authority (Unanimous)
- Approved Legislative Compliance Questionnaire (Unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND RESORT BALLROOM
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2024
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 04-25-24 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Final Acceptance of Budget FY’24-’25 FERGUSON
K. New Business:
1. Selection of Official Journal-The Sabine Index CHAIRMAN
2. Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, & Secretary CHAIRMAN
3. Adopt Resolution Delegation of Appointing Authority FERGUSON
4. Adopt Resolution Purchasing Authority FERGUSON
5. Approve Legislative Compliance Questionnaire FERGUSON
6. Approve Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips Contract FERGUSON
7. Recommendation for Deputy Director FOUNDS
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
a. Approve minutes of 04-24-24
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort EBARB
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/FORET
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargain …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
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STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
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2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2024 8
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MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman 11
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary 12
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 13
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr 14
Mr. Byron Gibbs 15
Mr. Ned Goodeaux 16
Mr. Mike McCormic 17
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 18
Mr. Therman Nash 19
Mrs. Estella Scott 20
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 21
22
MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 23
24
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 25
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 26
Mike Carr, Fac. Maint. Mgr-SRA, Many, LA 27
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 28
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA 29
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA 30
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint. Mgr C-SRA, Many, LA 31
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 32
33
There were twenty-one (21) visitors. 34
35
36
Mr. Ebarb called the meeting to order. Mr. Ebarb stated the Mr. Evans and Mrs. 37
Savell had both resigned since the last meeting due to personal obligations. Mr. Nash 38
offered the Prayer and Mr. Jeane led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that 39
all were present; therefore, a quorum was established. Motion carried unanimously. 40
Mr. Ebarb asked for a motion to adopt the agenda if there were no additions and 41
deletions. Mr. Foret moved, seconded b …
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Thu Apr 25, 2024
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to discuss Deloutre Property lawsuit in executive session
The Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss routine business, including staff reports and committee updates. They will consider approval of the FY'24-'25 budget and a recommendation for the SRD Capital Project. The board will also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation (Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority). Old business includes an investment update from Hancock Whitney Bank.
- Executive session for litigation: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 0682511)
- Consider approval of FY'24-'25 budget
- Recommendation for SRD Capital Project
- Investment update from Hancock Whitney Bank
- Committee reports on Diversion Canal, Toledo Bend, Parks, Finance, Cypress Bend Golf Resort, and Toledo Bend Joint Operations
litigationbudgetfinanceinvestmentwater-authorityexecutive-sessionpublic-meeting
✓ Decided: Sabine River Authority adopts FY 2024-25 budget
The Board approved the budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year and reorganized funding for several infrastructure projects. Staff reports on power house operations, shoreline permitting, and financial performance were also approved.
- Adopted FY 2024-25 Budget (unanimous)
- Approved closing Project #18-Bridge Crossings and moving $166,609.01 to Project #7-SCADA Monitoring System (unanimous)
- Approved delaying Project #16 Repair/Paint/Pump Stations and Piping and moving $956,827.93 to Project #19-New Pump at Pump Station #1 (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as circulated and presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of the March 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND RESORT BALLROOM
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2024
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 03-21-24 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Investment Update Hancock Whitney Bank-Jeff Tanguis
2.
K. New Business:
1.
2.
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
a. Recommendation for SRD Capital Project
b. Recommend Approval of FY’24-’25 Budget
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort EBARB
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/FORET
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority State of
Louisiana 11th District Court Parish of Sabine, State of L …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT BALLROOM 5
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2024 8
9
10
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jeremy Evans, Chairman 11
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary 13
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 14
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr 15
Mr. Byron Gibbs 16
Mr. Ned Goodeaux 17
Mr. Mike McCormic 18
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 19
Mrs. Hannah Savell 20
Mrs. Estella Scott 21
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 22
23
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Therman Nash 24
25
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 26
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 27
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 28
Kim Ford, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA 29
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA 30
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 31
32
There were twenty-one (21) visitors. 33
34
35
Mr. Evans called the meeting to order. Mr. Vidrine offered the Prayer and Mrs. 36
Savell led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Nash was absent; 37
however, a quorum was established. Motion carried unanimously. 38
Mr. Evans asked for a motion to adopt the agenda if there were no additions and 39
deletions. Mrs. Anderson stated that staff is requesting to amend the agenda under 40
Executive Session Item #2- Perry Bonin, Ace Chandler, and Michael Manuel, ET AL vs 41
Sabine River Authority of Texa …
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Thu Mar 21, 2024
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to consider funding for sewer repair at Cypress Bend Golf Resort
The Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners will meet on March 21, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the Pendleton Bridge Office. They will discuss and vote on funding for sewer repairs at the Cypress Bend Golf Resort Conference Center. The board will also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation (Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC vs Sabine River Authority, Case No. 0682511). Other items include approval of minutes, staff reports, and committee reports.
- Discuss and approve funding for sewer repair at Cypress Bend Golf Resort Conference Center
- Executive session for litigation: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No. 0682511)
- Consideration of unapproved minutes from January 25, 2024 meeting
- Staff reports: TBPJO Fulton, Shoreline Update, Operational Update, Financial Report
- Committee reports: Diversion Canal, Toledo Bend, Parks, Finance, Cypress Bend Golf Resort, Toledo Bend Joint Operations
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✓ Decided: Board approves $250,000 for sewer repairs at Cypress Bend Golf Resort
The Board approved funding for sewer system repairs at the Cypress Bend Golf Resort Conference Center and authorized negotiations for a water sales agreement with Aqueduct Werks. Staff reports on power house operations, shoreline permitting, and financial status were also approved.
- Approved up to $250,000 for sewer repair at Cypress Bend Golf Resort Conference Center (unanimous)
- Approved Executive Director to move forward with water sales negotiations with Aqueduct Werks (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as circulated and presented (unanimous)
- Approved Legal and Executive Director’s reports (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of the January 25, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PENDLETON BRIDGE OFFICE
15091 TEXAS HWY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2024
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 01-25-24 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update REMEDIES
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1.
2.
K. New Business:
1. Discuss and Approve Funding for Sewer Repair at Cypress Bend
Golf Resort Conference Center FOUNDS
2.
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division VIDRINE
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort EBARB
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/FORET
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority State of
Louisiana 11th District Court Parish of Sabine, State of Louisiana Case
No.0682511
Action from Executive Session …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
PENDLETON BRIDGE OFFICE 5
15091 TEXAS HWY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2024 8
9
10
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jeremy Evans, Chairman 11
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary (late) 13
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 14
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr 15
Mr. Ned Goodeaux 16
Mr. Mike McCormic 17
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 18
19
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Byron Gibbs 20
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 21
Mr. Therman Nash 22
Mrs. Hannah Savell 23
Mrs. Estella Scott 24
25
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 26
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 27
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 28
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA 29
Chevy Medlock, Purchasing Agent-SRA, Many, LA 30
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 31
Susie Wright, Human Resources-SRA, Many, LA 32
33
There were four (4) visitors. 34
35
36
Mr. Evans called the meeting to order. Mr. Vidrine offered the Prayer and Mr. 37
Ebarb led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Gibbs, Mr. Mitchell, 38
Mr. Nash, Mrs. Savell, and Mrs. Scott were absent; however, a quorum was established. 39
Motion carried unanimously. 40
Mr. Evans asked for a motion to adopt the agenda if there were no additions and 41
deletions. Mr. Foret moved, seconded by Mrs. Cupit to adopt the circulated agenda. 42
Motion carried unan …
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Thu Jan 25, 2024
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners regular meeting
The Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 25, 2024. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision at this time.
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✓ Decided: SRA Board renews Executive Director's contract for four years
The Board approved a four-year contract renewal for Executive Director Warren Founds and adopted a 'positive pay' resolution for Citizens’ Bank accounts. The Board also approved staff reports and elected chairpersons for four internal committees.
- Approved renewal of Executive Director's contract for four years (unanimous)
- Approved resolution for Citizens’ Bank 'positive pay' program (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as presented (unanimous)
- Elected Mr. Gibbs as Chairman of Diversion Canal Committee
- Elected Mr. Vidrine as Chairman of Toledo Bend Division Committee
- Elected Mr. Jeane as Chairman of Parks Committee
- Elected Mr. Goodeaux as Chairman of Finance Committee
- Approved minutes of December 7, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
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January 18, 2024
MEETING NOTICE
TO: SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
STATE OF LOUISIANA
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Jimmy Foret
Mr. Byron Gibbs
Mr. Ned Goodeaux
Mr. Mike McCormic
Mr. Kevin Mitchell
Mr. Therman Nash
Mrs. Hannah Savell
Mrs. Estella Scott
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
FROM: Mr. Jeremy Evans, Chairman
There will be a regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners, Sabine River
Authority, State of Louisiana at 1:00PM on THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2024 AT
THE CYPRESS BEND RESORT BALLROOM, 2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY, MANY, LA to
discuss matters enumerated on the enclosed agenda, and such other matters
as may come before the meeting.
JE:ba
cc: Warren Founds
Kellie Ferguson
Alan Fulton
Chevy Medlock
Joey Remedies
Chad Strother
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT BALLROOM 5
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2024 8
9
10
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jeremy Evans, Chairman 11
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary 13
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 14
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr 15
Mr. Ned Goodeaux 16
Mr. Mike McCormic 17
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 18
Mr. Therman Nash 19
Mrs. Estella Scott 20
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 21
22
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Byron Gibbs 23
Mrs. Hannah Savell 24
25
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 26
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 27
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 28
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA 29
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 30
31
There were seven (7) visitors. 32
33
34
Mr. Evans called the meeting to order. Mr. Nash offered the Prayer and Mr. 35
Ebarb led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Gibbs and Mrs. 36
Savell were absent; however, a quorum was established. Motion carried unanimously. 37
Mr. Evans asked for a motion to adopt the agenda if there were no additions and 38
deletions. Mr. Goodeaux stated that he would like to amend the agenda under New 39
Business, Item #3-Discuss SRA Donations for Fishing Tournaments. Mr. Goodeaux 40
moved, seconded by Mr. McCormic to amend the agenda as stated. Motion carr …
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Thu Dec 7, 2023
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners to meet December 7
The Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss matters on the agenda. No specific agenda items were listed in the provided document.
sabine-river-authorityboard-meeting
✓ Decided: SRA Board approves pump repairs and equipment purchases
The Board approved funding for emergency pump repairs and the purchase of a vibratory hammer and boat motors. Members also ratified a resolution regarding the Executive Director's purchase authority and marked a bridge repair project as substantially complete.
- Approved up to $400,000 for Emergency Pump Station #1 repairs (unanimous)
- Approved SRD Project #18 bridge repairs as substantially complete (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution for Executive Director’s purchase approval (9-1)
- Approved purchase of vibratory hammer attachment for excavator not to exceed $40,000 (unanimous)
- Ratified $30,000 expenditure for three boat motors (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as presented (unanimous)
- Approved Executive Director's report as presented (unanimous)
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November 30, 2023
MEETING NOTICE
TO: SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
STATE OF LOUISIANA
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Jimmy Foret
Mr. Byron Gibbs
Mr. Ned Goodeaux
Mr. Mike McCormic
Mr. Kevin Mitchell
Mr. Therman Nash
Mrs. Hannah Savell
Mrs. Estella Scott
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
FROM: Mr. Jeremy Evans, Chairman
There will be a regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners, Sabine River
Authority, State of Louisiana at 11:00AM on THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2023 AT
THE CYPRESS BEND RESORT BALLROOM, 2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY, MANY, LA to
discuss matters enumerated on the enclosed agenda, and such other matters
as may come before the meeting.
JF:ba
cc: Warren Founds
Kellie Ferguson
Alan Fulton
Chevy Medlock
Joey Remedies
Chad Strother
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
CYPRESS BEND RESORT
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
11:00AM THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2023
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Byron Gibbs
Mr. Ned Goodeaux
Mr. Kevin Mitchell
Mr. Therman Nash
Mrs. Hannah Savell
Mrs. Estella Scott
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Jeremy Evans, Chairman
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr
Mr. Mike McCormic
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA
There were eleven (10) visitors.
Mr. Ebarb called the meeting to order in the absence of Mr. Evans who
had a family emergency. Mr. Nash offered the Prayer and Mrs. Cupit led the
Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Evans, Mr. Foret,
and Mr. McCormic were absent; however, a quorum was established.
Mr. Ebarb asked if there were any additions or deletions to the
circulated agenda? Hearing none, he asked for a motion to adopt the
circulated agenda. Mr. Gibbs moved, seconded by Mr. Vidrine to adopt the
circulated agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Ebarb stated that the minutes of the September 28, 2023 meeting
were in the packet and asked for a motion to approve the …
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Thu Sep 28, 2023
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners to meet September 28
The Board of Commissioners for the Sabine River Authority, State of Louisiana, will hold a regular meeting. The provided document is a meeting notice and does not list specific agenda items.
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✓ Decided: SRA Board approves FY'23 audit and additional funding for Logansport project
The Board approved the FY'23 audit report and authorized additional funds for a boat launch project in Logansport. Members also voted to move future board meetings to the Cypress Bend Conference Center.
- Approved FY'23 Audit Report (unanimous)
- Approved additional $10,000 for Garrett Park walkway and floating pier, total project cost not to exceed $35,000 (unanimous)
- Approved August 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as presented (unanimous)
- Tabled discussion on out-of-state water sale until 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved moving future Board Meetings to Cypress Bend Conference Center (unanimous)
- Approved Cypress Bend Golf Resort meeting minutes of 08-24-23 (unanimous)
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September 21, 2023
MEETING NOTICE
TO: SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
STATE OF LOUISIANA
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Jimmy Foret
Mr. Byron Gibbs
Mr. Ned Goodeaux
Mr. Mike McCormic
Mr. Kevin Mitchell
Mr. Therman Nash
Mrs. Hannah Savell
Mrs. Estella Scott
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
FROM: Mr. Jeremy Evans, Chairman
There will be a regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners, Sabine River
Authority, State of Louisiana at 1:00PM on THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 AT
THE PENDLETON BRIDGE OFFICE 15091 TEXAS HIGHWAY MANY, LA to discuss matters
enumerated on the enclosed agenda, and such other matters as may come
before the meeting.
JF:ba
cc: Warren Founds
Kellie Ferguson
Alan Fulton
Chevy Medlock
Joey Remedies
Chad Strother
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PENDLETON BRIDGE OFFICE
15091 TEXAS HIGHWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jeremy Evans, Chairman
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr
Mr. Byron Gibbs
Mr. Ned Goodeaux
Mr. Mike McCormic
Mr. Kevin Mitchell
Mr. Therman Nash
Mrs. Hannah Savell
Mrs. Estella Scott
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Mike McCormic
Mr. Therman Nash
Mr. Stanley Vidrine
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA
Alan Fulton, Eng. Tech 2-SRA, Many, LA
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA
There were eleven (11) visitors.
Mr. Evans called the meeting to order. Mr. Jeane offered the Prayer
and Mr. Ebarb led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that
Mr. McCormic, Mr. Nash, and Mr. Vidrine were absent; however, a quorum was
established.
Mr. Evans asked if there were any additions or deletions to the
circulated agenda? Mr. Founds stated that staff is requesting to add under
Old Business, Item #1- Update on Logansport Project to the circulated
agenda. Mr. Ebarb moved, seconded by Mr. Mitchell to amend the circulated
agenda. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Goodeaux moved, seconded by Mr.
Jeane to adopt the …
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Thu Aug 24, 2023
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority to vote on FY’24 Budget
The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the fiscal year 2024 budget. The session includes updates on the Cypress Bend Golf Resort and hotel renovations, as well as discussions regarding FERC orders.
- Approval of FY’24 Budget
- Consent & Recognition Agreement between ALH & Sterling Golf
- Update Project Boundary and Melancon Property per FERC Order
- Executive session regarding Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority
- Updates on Golf Course and Hotel renovations at Cypress Bend
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✓ Decided: SRA Board approves FY’24 budget and $42,000 land sale
The Board approved the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and established an emergency repair fund for diversion canal pumps. Members authorized the sale of 6.03 acres to Melancon Subdivision and approved several expenditures and contract closures for the Cypress Bend Golf Resort.
- Approved FY’24 Budget with revenues of $16,452,832 and expenses of $19,561,938 (Unanimous)
- Approved Emergency Repair Fund for diversion canal pump/motors not to exceed $250,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved sale of 6.03 acres to Melancon Subdivision for $42,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved $34,782.55 in expenditures for golf course and fitness center equipment (Unanimous)
- Approved closing out the Jeff Blume Contract at a total cost of $200,300 (Unanimous)
- Approved extending the ALH hotel renovation project deadline to December 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Authorized Executive Director to spend up to $30,000 for a Consent Agreement item in FY’24 (Unanimous)
- Authorized Executive Director to sign the Consent and Recognition Agreement between ALH, No. 5 and Sterling Golf (Unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2023
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 06-29-23 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update CARR
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Update Project Boundary FERC Order FOUNDS
2. Melancon Property per FERC Order FOUNDS
K. New Business:
1. Approve FY’24 Budget FERGUSON
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal
2. Toledo Bend Division
3. Parks
4. Finance
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort
a. Update on Golf Course Renovation
b. Update from Sterling Golf
c. Update from ALH on Hotel Renovation
d. Approve Consent & Recognition Agreement
ALH & Sterling Golf
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/FORET
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, …
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1
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER 5
2000 CYPRES BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2023 8
9
10
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jeremy Evans, Chairman 11
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Shane Jeane, Secretary 13
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 14
Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr 15
Mr. Byron Gibbs 16
Mr. Ned Goodeaux 17
Mr. Mike McCormic 18
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 19
Mr. Therman Nash 20
Mrs. Hannah Savell 21
Mrs. Estella Scott 22
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 23
24
MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 25
26
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 27
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 28
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 29
Alan Fulton, Eng. Intern 2-SRA, Many, LA 30
Chevy Medlock, Adm Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA 31
Joey Remedies, Fac. Maint Mgr C-SRA, Many, LA 32
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 33
There were nine (9) visitors. 34
35
36
Mr. Evans called the meeting to order. Mr. McCormic offered the Prayer and Mr. 37
Jeane led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that all were present therefore, 38
a quorum was established. 39
Mr. Evans asked if there were any additions or deletions to the circulated agenda? 40
Hearing none, he asked for a motion to adopt the agenda as circulated. Mr. Foret 41
moved, seconded by Mr. Ebarb to adopt the circulated agenda. Motion carried 42
unanimous …
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Thu Jun 29, 2023
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to elect officers, approve legal contract, and enter executive session on litigation
The Board will elect a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary, and consider a contract with Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips. An executive session is scheduled for strategy on pending litigation (Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority). Other items include adoption of minutes, staff reports, and selection of the official journal.
- Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
- Adopt Resolution Delegation of Appointing Authority
- Approve Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips Contract
- Executive session for litigation strategy: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority, Case No. 0682511
- Selection of Official Journal: The Sabine Index
board-of-commissionerselectionslegal-contractlitigationexecutive-sessionofficial-journal
✓ Decided: Board elects new officers and approves $50,000 legal services contract
The Board elected Jeremy Evans as Chairman, Kenneth Ebarb as Vice-Chairman, and Shane Jeane as Secretary. The Board also approved a $50,000 contract for general counsel services and designated The Sabine Index as the official journal.
- Approved selection of The Sabine Index as official journal (Unanimous)
- Elected Jeremy Evans as Chairman (Acclamation)
- Elected Kenneth Ebarb as Vice-Chairman (Acclamation)
- Elected Shane Jeane as Secretary (6-2)
- Adopted resolution delegating appointing authority to Executive Director (Unanimous)
- Approved Legislative Compliance Questionnaire (Unanimous)
- Approved $50,000 contract for Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips for general counsel services (Unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as presented (Unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, JUNE 29, 2023
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 05-25-23 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update CARR
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1.
K. New Business:
1. Selection of Official Journal-The Sabine Index CHAIRMAN
2. Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, & Secretary CHAIRMAN
3. Adopt Resolution Delegation of Appointing Authority FERGUSON
4. Approve Legislative Compliance Questionnaire FERGUSON
5. Approve Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips Contract FERGUSON
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division EVANS
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort EBARB
a. Approve minutes of the 05-25-23 meeting
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT CONFERENCE CENTER 5
2000 CYPRES BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, JUNE 29, 2023 8
9
10
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr, Chairman 11
Mr. Ned Goodeaux, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Secretary 13
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 14
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb 15
Mr. Jeremy Evans 16
Mr. Shane Jeane 17
Mr. Mike McCormic 18
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 19
Mr. Therman Nash 20
Mrs. Hannah Savell 21
Mrs. Estella Scott 22
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 23
24
MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 25
26
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 27
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 28
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 29
Chevy Medlock, Adm Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA 30
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 31
There were six (6) visitors. 32
33
34
Mr. Foret called the meeting to order. Mr. Nash offered the Prayer and Mr. Foret 35
led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that all were present therefore, a 36
quorum was established. 37
Mr. Foret asked if there were any additions or deletions to the circulated agenda? 38
Hearing none, he asked for a motion to adopt the agenda as circulated. Mr. Ebarb 39
moved, seconded by Mr. Mitchell to adopt the circulated agenda. Motion carried 40
unanimously. 41
Mr. Foret stated that the minutes of the May 25, 2023 meeting were in the packet 42
and a …
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Thu May 25, 2023
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority to discuss Deloutre Property Rentals litigation
The Board of Commissioners will receive staff reports on shoreline, operational, and financial status. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss litigation involving Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC.
- Executive session regarding Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority (Case No.0682511)
- Financial report from Ferguson
- Diversion Canal committee report
- Cypress Bend Golf Resort report and recommendation
- Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations report
litigationwater-managementfinanceparks-and-recreation
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND RESORT CONFERENCE CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 04-27-23 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update CARR
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1.
K. New Business:
1.
2.
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
a. Approve minutes of 04-27-23 meeting
2. Toledo Bend Division EVANS
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
a. Approve minutes of 04-27-23 meeting
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort EBARB
a. Report & Recommendation from 05-25-23 meeting
b. Approve minutes of 04-27-23
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority State of
Louisiana 11th District Court P …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT CONFERENCE CENTER 5
2000 CYPRES BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023 8
9
10
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr, Chairman 11
Mr. Ned Goodeaux, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Secretary 13
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 14
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb 15
Mr. Jeremy Evans 16
Mr. Shane Jeane 17
Mr. Mike McCormic 18
Mr. Therman Nash 19
Mrs. Hannah Savell 20
Mrs. Estella Scott 21
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 22
23
MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 24
25
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 26
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 27
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 28
Alan Fulton, Eng. Intern 1-SRA, Many, LA 29
Chevy Medlock, Adm Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA 30
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 31
There were seven (7) visitors. 32
33
34
Mr. Foret called the meeting to order. Mr. Nash offered the Prayer and Mr. Foret 35
led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Gibbs was absent however, 36
a quorum was established. 37
Mr. Foret asked if there were any additions or deletions to the circulated agenda? . 38
Mr. Evans moved, seconded by Mr. McCormic to amend the agenda to add under 39
New Business, Item #1-Repair fishing pier at Site 10. Motion carried unanimously. 40
Mr. McCormic moved, seconded by Mr. Evans to adopt the amended agenda. 41
Motion ca …
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Thu Apr 27, 2023
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority Board to review staff and committee reports
The Board of Commissioners will review various operational, financial, and shoreline updates. The meeting includes committee reports regarding the Diversion Canal, Toledo Bend Division, Parks, Finance, and Cypress Bend Golf Resort.
- Review of unapproved minutes from March 23 and April 13, 2023 meetings
- Committee report on Diversion Canal recommendations
- Committee report on Cypress Bend Golf Resort
- Executive Session regarding Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority
operationsfinanceparkslegalgovernment-reports
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND RESORT CONFERENCE CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 2023
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 03-23-23 Meeting and
04-13-23 Special Call Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update CARR
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1.
K. New Business:
1.
2.
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
a. Report from 04-27-23 meeting & recommendations
2. Toledo Bend Division EVANS
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
a. Report from 04-27-23 meeting & recommendations
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort EBARB
a. Report from 04-27-23 meeting & recommendations
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
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Thu Apr 13, 2023
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board reviews reservoir operations and potential for large water sale
The Board received a presentation on reservoir operations, hydro-electric power generation, and the potential impact of a future large water sale. The presentation included data on water inflows and lake elevations. No formal actions were taken following the presentation and public comment.
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CALL MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER 5
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2023 8
9
10
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr, Chairman 11
Mr. Ned Goodeaux, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Secretary 13
Mrs. Rhonda Cupit 14
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb 15
Mr. Jeremy Evans 16
Mr. Shane Jeane 17
Mr. Mike McCormic 18
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 19
Mr. Therman Nash 20
Mrs. Hannah Savell 21
Mrs. Estella Scott 22
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 23
24
MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 25
26
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 27
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 28
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 29
Alan Fulton, Eng. Intern 1-SRA, Many, LA 30
Chevy Medlock, Adm 31
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 32
There were 143 visitors. 33
34
35
Mr. Foret called the meeting to order. Mr. Foret introduced Mrs. Cupit and Mrs. 36
Savell new board members. Mr. Nash offered the Prayer and Mr. Foret led the Pledge. 37
The roll was called and it was noted that all were present therefore, a quorum was 38
established. 39
Mr. Foret asked if there were any additions or deletions to the circulated agenda? 40
Hearing none, he asked for a motion to approve the circulated agenda. Mr. Gibbs 41
moved, seconded by Mr. Jeane to adopt the circulated agenda. Motion carried 42
unanim …
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Thu Mar 23, 2023
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority Board to discuss out-of-state water sale
The Board of Commissioners will review staff reports regarding operations, finances, and shoreline updates. The agenda includes a discussion on an out-of-state water sale and committee reports on various regional projects.
- Discussion of Out-of-State Water Sale
- Executive Session regarding Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority litigation
- Financial Report presentation
- Committee reports on Diversion Canal and Toledo Bend Division
waterfinanceoperationslitigationinfrastructure
✓ Decided: SRA Board approves golf course sublease and $200,000 for sod
The Board approved a sublease of the Cypress Bend Golf Course to Sterling Golf and an additional $200,000 for sod via a Mid-America contract amendment. Members also heard a proposal from Aqueduct Werks regarding the sale of water to Texas, which will be considered once a contract is prepared.
- Approved amendment to Mid-America contract for $200,000 for sod (unanimous)
- Approved ALH, No.5 subleasing Cypress Bend Golf Course to Sterling Golf (unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as presented (unanimous)
- Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted circulated agenda (unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND RESORT CONFERENCE CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 02-23-23 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update CARR
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Discussion of Out-of-State Water Sale FOUNDS
K. New Business:
1.
2.
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division EVANS
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort EBARB
a. Report & Recommendations of 03-23-23 Meeting
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority State of
Louisiana 11th District Court Parish of Sabine, State of Louisiana Case
No.0682511
Action from …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT CONFERENCE CENTER 5
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 8
9
10
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr, Chairman 11
Mr. Ned Goodeaux, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Secretary 13
Mr. Kenneth Ebarb 14
Mr. Shane Jeane 15
Mr. Mike McCormic 16
Mr. Therman Nash 17
Mrs. Estella Scott 18
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 19
20
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Jeremy Evans 21
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 22
23
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 24
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 25
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 26
Alan Fulton, Eng. Intern 1-SRA, Many, LA 27
Chevy Medlock, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA 28
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 29
There were 14 visitors. 30
31
32
Mr. Foret called the meeting to order. Mr. Nash offered the Prayer and Mr. Foret 33
led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Evans and Mr. Mitchell 34
were absent however, a quorum was established. 35
Mr. Foret asked if there were any additions or deletions to the circulated agenda? 36
Hearing none, he asked for a motion to approve the agenda as circulated. Mr. Gibbs 37
moved, seconded by Mr. Jeane to adopt the circulated agenda. Motion carried 38
unanimously. 39
Mr. Foret stated that the minutes of the February 23, 2023 meeting were in the 40 …
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Thu Feb 23, 2023
Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners
Sabine River Authority Board to discuss water sales and resolution adoption
The Board of Commissioners will review staff reports, including financial and shoreline updates. The meeting includes discussions regarding out-of-state water sales and the adoption of a resolution for written authority.
- Discussion of out-of-state water sales
- Adoption of Resolution for Written Authority
- Executive Session regarding Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority
- Review of unapproved minutes from January 26, 2023 meeting
water-salesfinanceshorelineadministrationlitigation
✓ Decided: Board approves moving forward with 600,000 acre-feet out-of-state water sales contract
The Board approved finalizing an out-of-state water sales contract for 600,000 acre-feet and authorized a fee increase for legal counsel to negotiate the deal. Additionally, the Board granted a renovation extension for Cypress Bend Resort and authorized the Executive Director to sign daily operational legal documents.
- Approved finalizing Out-of-State Water Sales Contract for 600,000 acre feet (Unanimous)
- Approved fee increase from $255 to $415 per hour for Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips, LLP for water sales negotiations (Unanimous)
- Approved extension to August 31, 2023, for ALH, No. 5 to complete Cypress Bend Resort renovations (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution granting General Manager/Executive Director authority to sign daily operational legal documents (Unanimous)
- Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved staff reports as presented (Unanimous)
- Approved Executive Director's report (Unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER
2000 CYPRESS BEND PARKWAY
MANY, LA 71449
1:00PM THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2023
A G E N D A
A. Call to Order CHAIRMAN
B. Prayer CHAIRMAN
C. Pledge of Allegiance CHAIRMAN
D. Roll Call SECRETARY
E. Adoption of Agenda MOTION
F. Consideration of Unapproved Minutes of 01-26-23 Meeting CHAIRMAN
G. Staff Reports
1. TBPJO FULTON
2. Shoreline Update STROTHER
3. Operational Update CARR
4. Financial Report FERGUSON
H. Special Reports:
1. Update from ALH, No.5-Cypress Bend Resort-Scott Austin/Randy Rolland
I. Public Comments:
J. Old Business:
1. Discuss Out-of-State Water Sales FOUNDS
K. New Business:
1. Adopt Resolution for Written Authority FEGUSON
L. Committee Reports:
1. Diversion Canal GIBBS
2. Toledo Bend Division EVANS
3. Parks JEANE
4. Finance GOODEAUX
5. Cypress Bend Golf Resort EBARB
6. Toledo Bend Project Joint Operations McCORMIC/VIDRINE
M. Legal Report: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion to move into Executive Session:
R.S. 42.6.1(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective
bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation
when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining
or litigating position of the public body.
Item #1: Deloutre Property Rentals, LLC et al vs Sabine River Authority State of
Louisiana 11th District Court Parish of …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE 1
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY 2
STATE OF LOUISIANA 3
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 4
CYPRESS BEND RESORT LEARNING CENTER 5
2000 CYPRES BEND PARKWAY 6
MANY, LA 71449 7
1:00PM THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2023 8
9
10
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Jimmy Foret, Jr, Chairman 11
Mr. Ned Goodeaux, Vice-Chairman 12
Mr. Byron Gibbs, Secretary 13
Mr. Shane Jeane 14
Mr. Mike McCormic 15
Mr. Kevin Mitchell 16
Mr. Therman Nash 17
Mrs. Estella Scott 18
Mr. Stanley Vidrine 19
20
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Kenneth Ebarb 21
Mr. Jeremy Evans 22
23
OTHERS PRESENT: Warren Founds, Executive Director-SRA, Many, LA 24
Becky Anderson, Adm Asst 5-SRA, Many, LA 25
Kellie Ferguson, Adm Prog Dir 3-SRA, Many, LA 26
Alan Fulton, Eng. Intern 1-SRA, Many, LA 27
Chevy Medlock, Adm Prog Mgr 3-SRA, Many, LA 28
Chad Strother, Land Specialist 3-SRA, Many, LA 29
There were 9 visitors. 30
31
32
Mr. Foret called the meeting to order. Mr. Nash offered the Prayer and Mr. Foret 33
led the Pledge. The roll was called and it was noted that Mr. Ebarb and Mr. Evans were 34
absent however, a quorum was established. 35
Mr. Foret asked if there were any additions or deletions to the circulated agenda? 36
Mr. Founds stated that staff would like to request to add under New Business, Item #2-37
Adopt Resolution for Hiring Taylor, Porter, Brooks, & Phillips, LLC as legal counsel for 38
the out-of-state water sales. Mr. Gibbs moved, seconded by Mr. Jeane to amend the 39
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