Leesville public meetings in 2021
23 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Leesville City Council will meet to consider several resolutions, including authorizing bids for lawn mowers, approving an airport improvement agreement with the state, and granting a Class A alcohol permit for Presidential Lounge LLC. The agenda also includes pay requests for the Leesville Water Improvement Project and 4th and Maggie Street Improvements, as well as updates from the city engineer, administrator, and attorney.
- Pay request for Leesville DWRLF Water Improvement Project: $13,884.50
- Pay request for 4th and Maggie Street Improvements (no amount listed)
- Resolution to advertise for bids for lawn mowers for Public Works
- Resolution to authorize airport improvement agreement with Louisiana DOTD
- Resolution to approve Class A alcohol permit for Presidential Lounge LLC (owner Terrell Junious)
The City Council approved several resolutions, including an agreement for Leesville Airport improvements and a Class A Alcohol permit. The council also authorized bids for Public Works lawn mowers and engaged a firm for an easement drawing on W. Lee Street.
- Approved monthly bills and financial report
- Approved $13,884.50 payment to Williams Equipment Services LLC for Water Improvements Project No. A812037
- Approved $58,477.50 payment to Master Craft Construction for 4th and Maggie Street Improvements Project No. B6-20056
- Adopted Resolution 87 of 2021 to advertise for bids to purchase lawn mowers for Public Works
- Adopted Resolution 88 of 2021 to execute an agreement with Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for Leesville Airport improvements
- Adopted Resolution 90 of 2021 to approve Class A Alcohol permit for Presidential Lounge, LLC
- Adopted Resolution 91 of 2021 to engage Meyer & Associates, Inc. for an easement drawing on W. Lee Street
City Council
The City Council will review financial reports, an audit report, and several resolutions. Proposed actions include waiving annual water rate increases for 2022 and authorizing work on the Ball Park Lift Station.
- Pay request of $305.00 for Leesville DWRLF Water Improvements Project No. A812037
- Resolution to waive annual water rates increase for calendar year 2022
- Resolution for Ball Park Lift Station replacement via CDBG-MIT Grant
- Resolution to seek bids for Fort Polk Vegetation Control
- Resolution to engage Retail Strategies, LLC for retail recruitment consultation
The City Council adopted several resolutions, including a decision to waive the 2022 annual water rate increase. The council also authorized an engineering agreement for the Ball Park Lift Station and approved a contract for retail recruitment services.
- Adopted Resolution 82: Waived annual water rates increase for calendar year 2022
- Adopted Resolution 83: Declared set days for 2021 Christmas and New Year’s Holidays
- Adopted Resolution 84: Authorized Mayor to sign engineer agreement for Ball Park Lift Station replacement
- Adopted Resolution 85: Ratified Citizens’ Participation Plan and Procurement Policy for Louisiana Watershed Initiative Program
- Adopted Resolution 86: Authorized advertisement for Fort Polk Vegetation Control bids
- Adopted Resolution 87: Engaged Retail Strategies, LLC for retail recruitment consultation
- Approved monthly bills and financial report
- Approved Pay Request A for Leesville DWRLF Water Improvements Project No. A812037 ($305.00)
City Council
The Leesville City Council will review payments for water infrastructure projects and a proposed convenience fee for electronic transactions. The meeting includes updates from the city engineer, administrator, and attorney.
- Payment of $90,456.10 to Griner Drilling Services, Inc. for Well 1 repair and maintenance
- Proposed $1.50 flat rate convenience fee for all electronic transactions
- Payment of $17,170.81 to Meyer & Associates, Inc. for Belview Rd Waterline Replacement
- Review of monthly bills
The City Council approved payments for water line and well maintenance and established a flat fee for electronic transactions. The council also approved monthly bills and corrected a typo on a pay request.
- Approved monthly bills
- Corrected typo on Pay Request A invoice from $17,170.81 to $18,170.81
- Approved Pay Request A for Belview Rd Waterline Replacement (Meyer & Associates, Inc. Invoice No. 30996) for $18,170.81
- Adopted Resolution 80 of 2021: authorized $90,456.10 payment to Griner Drilling Services, Inc. for Well 1 repair
- Adopted Resolution 81 of 2021: authorized $1.50 flat convenience fee for electronic transactions
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding the obstruction of right of ways and easements. The body will also review resolutions for equipment purchases and agreements with the LA Department of Transportation.
- Ordinance 9 of 2021 to amend Section 94 of the City Code regarding prohibited obstruction of right of ways and easements
- Resolution to advertise for bids and purchase a greens mower for the Leesville Municipal Golf Course
- Resolution to purchase a Kubota tractor for the Fort Polk Vegetation Contract
- Resolution to adopt a revised Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual
- Resolutions to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement and an Intergovernmental Service Agreement with the LA Department of Transportation
The City Council adopted Ordinance 9 of 2021 regarding prohibited obstruction of right of ways and easements. The Council also approved several resolutions for equipment purchases and agreements with the LA Department of Transportation.
- Adopted Ordinance 9 of 2021 regarding prohibited obstruction of right of ways and easements
- Adopted Resolution 75 of 2021 to advertise for bids and purchase a greens mower for the Municipal Golf Course
- Adopted Resolution 76 of 2021 to update the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual
- Adopted Resolution 77 of 2021 for a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with LA Department of Transportation for asphalt pavement
- Adopted Resolution 78 of 2021 for an Intergovernmental Service Agreement (IGSA) with the LA Department of Transportation
- Adopted Resolution 79 of 2021 to purchase a Kubota tractor for the Fort Polk Vegetation Contract
- Approved monthly bills
- Approved monthly financials
City Council
The City Council is reviewing an ordinance regarding prohibited obstructions of right of ways and easements. The body is also considering several resolutions to award contracts and appoint legal counsel. A public hearing for Ordinance 9 of 2021 is scheduled for October 25, 2021.
- Ordinance 9 of 2021 regarding prohibited obstruction of right of ways and easements
- Resolution to appoint Max Antony of Antony Law Group, LLC as special legal counsel for street ownership matters
- Resolution to award Williams Equipment Services, LLC the Belview Road Water Line Project
- Resolution to execute the Final Recap Change Order for the Runway and Taxiway Micro-Surfacing and Stripping Project
- Intergovernmental Service Agreement with Vernon Parish Police Jury for sewer service near Entrance Road – Annexed
The City Council adopted several resolutions to appoint special legal counsel, close out a 2018 sewer improvement report, and authorize airport runway projects. The council also awarded a water line contract and entered into a sewer service agreement with the Vernon Parish Police Jury.
- Approved September 27, 2021 minutes
- Approved monthly bills
- Introduced Ordinance 9 of 2021 regarding right of ways and easements
- Adopted Resolution 70 of 2021 appointing Max Antony as special legal counsel
- Adopted Resolution 71 of 2021 accepting FY2018 LCDBG Sewer Improvements close-out report
- Adopted Resolution 72 of 2021 for Runway and Taxiway Micro-Surfacing and Stripping Project
- Adopted Resolution 73 of 2021 awarding Belview Road Water Line Project to Williams Equipment Services, LLC
- Adopted Resolution 74 of 2021 for sewer service agreement with Vernon Parish Police Jury
City Council
The City Council will consider a contract for a splash pad at the municipal park and the appointment of an interim Fire Chief. The meeting also includes reviews of financial reports and pay requests for water system and sewer projects.
- Contract with Splash Zone for municipal park splash pad construction with a $25,111.10 deposit
- Appointment of William Tibbitts as Interim Chief of Fire effective October 1, 2021
- Water System Valve Mapping Project payments to Meyer & Associates, Inc. for $8,473.56 and $21,083.21
- FY2018 LCDBG Sewer Improvements payment to Governmental Consulting Services for $4,445.00
The City Council appointed Beth Westlake as Probationary Chief of Police and William Tibbitts as Interim Chief of Fire. The council also authorized a contract for a new splash pad at the municipal park.
- Adopted Resolution 67 of 2021 to contract Splash Zone for municipal park splash pad and authorized $25,111.10 deposit
- Adopted Resolution 68 of 2021 appointing William Tibbitts as Interim Chief of Fire
- Adopted Resolution 69 of 2021 appointing Beth Westlake as Probationary Chief of Police
- Approved Pay Request A for Water System Valve Mapping Project ($8,473.56 and $21,083.21)
- Approved Pay Request B for FY2018 LCDBG Sewer Improvements ($4,445.00)
- Approved monthly bills
- Accepted minutes of September 13, 2021
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and meeting to adopt adjusted millage rates for general alimony, sewerage, and streets for tax year 2021. The body will also consider several administrative appointments and infrastructure agreements.
- Resolution 54 and 55: Adoption of adjusted millage rates for General Alimony, Sewerage System, and Streets for Tax Year 2021
- Engineering Agreement for Sanitary Sewer Extension for Fort Polk Entrance Road (Project No. A9-19081)
- Contract with Strategic Demographics, LLC to analyze district lines based on the 2020 Census
- Authorization for Leesville Municipal Airport to implement FAA/DOTD Master, Action, and Layout Plans
- Appointment of Jeremy Smart to the City of Leesville Civil Service Board
The City Council adopted adjusted millage rates for general alimony, sewerage systems, and streets for tax year 2021. The council also approved resolutions regarding civil service appointments, airport improvements, and a contract for district line analysis.
- Adopted Resolution 54 of 2021 regarding adjusted millage rates for Tax Year 2021
- Adopted Resolution 55 of 2021 regarding millage rates and roll forward rates for Tax Year 2021
- Adopted Resolution 61 of 2021 appointing Jeremy Smart to the Civil Service Board
- Adopted Resolution 62 of 2021 to participate in the LACPC and appoint Hannah Scott as representative
- Adopted Resolution 63 of 2021 authorizing the Mayor to submit the FY2021 LA Compliance Questionnaire
- Adopted Resolution 64 of 2021 approving the Sanitary Sewer Extension engineering agreement for Fort Polk Entrance Road
- Adopted Resolution 65 of 2021 authorizing the Municipal Airport to implement FAA/DOTD Plan improvements
- Adopted Resolution 66 of 2021 to engage Strategic Demographics, LLC for 2020 Census district line analysis
City Council
The Leesville City Council will vote on a resolution to seek professional consultants for redistricting and reapportionment of city districts using 2020 Census data. They will also consider a resolution authorizing payment of a judgment in Foster v. City of Leesville. Other business includes approval of monthly bills, a financial report, a pay request for the DWRLF Water Improvements Project, and a condemnation of three lots in the Railroad Addition.
- Resolution to authorize seeking consultants for redistricting based on 2020 Census data
- Resolution to pay judgment in Foster v. City of Leesville, No. 87,304
- Pay request for Leesville DWRLF Water Improvements Project #A8-12037: Meyer & Associates, Inc. Invoice 30869 for $4,330.37
- Condemnation of Lots 1, 2, and 3 of Block 3 in the Railroad Addition (owner: Dudley Morrison)
- Monthly bills and financial report presentations
The City Council approved the condemnation of three lots in the Railroad Addition and authorized the city to seek professional consultants for redistricting based on 2020 Census data. The council also directed payment of a legal judgment in the case of Foster v. City of Leesville.
- Approved monthly bills
- Approved financial bills
- Approved Pay Request A for Meyer & Associates, Inc. ($4,330.37)
- Approved condemnation of Lots 1, 2, and 3 of Block 3 in the Railroad Addition (Owner: Dudley Morrison)
- Approved introduction of Resolution 59 of 2021 to seek professional consultants for redistricting and reapportionment
- Approved introduction of Resolution 60 of 2021 to pay judgment in Foster v. City of Leesville
City Council
The City Council will consider rezoning a parcel to allow for a mobile home and introduce resolutions regarding adjusted millage rates for 2021. The body will also review agreements with the State of Louisiana for sewer and street projects.
- Adoption of Ordinance 8 of 2021 to rezone Parcel# 0111274790 for a mobile home
- Condemnation of 407 N. Prairie Street, Parcel# 0111434012
- Introduction of Resolutions 54 and 55 of 2021 regarding 2021 millage rates
- Payment of $2,977.68 to Meyer & Associates for sewer crossing rehabilitation
- Cooperative Endeavor Agreements for Fort Polk Entrance Road sewer and street projects
The City Council approved the rezoning of one parcel to allow for a mobile home and condemned a property on N. Prairie Street. The Council also authorized agreements with the State of Louisiana for sanitary sewer and street projects. Two resolutions regarding adjusted millage rates were introduced for a future public hearing.
- Approved Ordinance 8 of 2021 to rezone Parcel# 0111274790 for a mobile home
- Condemned 407 N. Prairie Street, Parcel# 0111434012
- Approved $2,977.68 payment to Meyer & Associates for sewer crossings project
- Adopted Resolution 56 of 2021 for sanitary sewer extension at Fort Polk Entrance Road
- Adopted Resolution 57 of 2021 for street rehabilitation and extension
- Adopted Resolution 58 of 2021 to open a line of credit for street rehabilitation and extension
- Introduced Resolution 54 and 55 regarding 2021 adjusted millage rates
- Approved monthly bills and July 26, 2021 minutes
City Council
The City Council will discuss a zoning change for a specific parcel and the selection of an official city journal. The body is also reviewing payments for airport runway work and a proposal for wetlands delineation on Sartor Street.
- Ordinance 8 of 2021 to rezone Parcel# 0111274790 to allow for a mobile home
- Resolution to apply for the 2021-2022 CARES Grant
- Payments for Runway and Taxiway Micro-Surfacing including $40,774.89 to Hasco, Inc.
- Resolution to select the Leesville Daily Leader as the official journal
- Wetlands Delineation Proposal by Southland Environmental for the Sartor Street Property
The Council approved several pay requests for runway and taxiway micro-surfacing and striping. They also accepted an ordinance to rezone a parcel for a mobile home and adopted resolutions regarding the city's official journal, CARES Grant application, and a wetlands proposal.
- Approved Pay Request A for Pan American Engineers invoices ($6,191.64 and $730.88)
- Approved Pay Request A for Hasco, Inc. estimates ($40,774.89 and $5,287.49)
- Approved Pay Request A for V.P. Clerk of Courts invoice ($205.00)
- Accepted Ordinance 8 of 2021 to rezone Parcel# 0111274790 to allow for a mobile home
- Adopted Resolution 50 of 2021 selecting Leesville Daily Leader as official journal
- Adopted Resolution 51 of 2021 to apply for 2021-2022 CARES Grant
- Adopted Resolution 53 of 2021 accepting Southland Environmental's Wetlands Delineation Proposal for Sartor Street Property
- Approved monthly bills and monthly financials
City Council
The Leesville City Council will consider a resolution updating the Personnel Policy to change annual leave accrual and maximum roll-over hours for fire employees. The agenda also includes pay requests for street projects and runway safety improvements, along with routine items like minutes approval and monthly bills.
- Resolution to approve revised Personnel Policy for fire employee leave accrual and roll-over hours
- Pay request for Leesville Street Projects: Apeck Construction, LLC – multiple invoices totaling $129,083.22
- Pay request for Runway Safety Improvements: Pan American Engineers ($1,500.42), Williams Equipment Services ($37,775.78), Geotechnical Testing Lab ($270.00), V.P. Clerk of Courts ($105.00)
- City Engineer update from Mark McCarty
- Public comments allowed on the personnel policy resolution
The City Council approved a revised Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual regarding annual leave for fire employees. The council also approved several pay requests for street and runway projects and monthly bills.
- Approved Resolution 49 of 2021 updating annual leave accrual and roll-over hours for fire employees
- Approved monthly bills
- Approved Pay Request A for Apeck Construction, LLC totaling $129,084.87
- Approved Pay Request B for Pan American Engineers ($1,500.42)
- Approved Pay Request B for Williams Equipment Services ($37,775.78)
- Approved Pay Request B for Geotechnical Testing Lab, Inc. ($270.00)
- Approved Pay Request B for V.P. Clerk of Courts ($105.00)
- Accepted minutes of June 28, 2021
City Council
The City Council will discuss participating in the American Rescue Plan Local Recovery Funds and authorizing the purchase of a used fire department truck. The body will also review property condemnations and a lease agreement for an excavator.
- Participation in American Rescue Plan Local Recovery Funds
- Condemnations for 713 Anacoco St., 402 N. Prairie St., and Lot 3, Blk 21, Schw-McFar #1&2
- Purchase of a used truck for the fire department
- Lease purchase agreement with Government Capital Corporation for an excavator
- Payment of $132.94 to Blueprint & Copies Service for Sewer Crossings Project# A917017
The City Council adopted four resolutions to authorize a litter control agreement, participation in the American Rescue Plan, and the purchase of a fire department truck and an excavator. The Council also approved the condemnation of three properties and granted a repair extension for a property on Anderson Drive.
- Approved condemnations for 713 Anacoco Street, 402 N. Prairie Street, and Lot 3, Blk 21, Schweitzer-McFarland #1&2
- Granted a three-month repair extension for property at 1302 Anderson Drive
- Adopted Resolution 45 of 2021: Intergovernmental Service Agreement with LADOTD for vegetation and litter control
- Adopted Resolution 46 of 2021: Participation in American Rescue Plan Local Recovery Funds
- Adopted Resolution 47 of 2021: Purchase of used truck for the fire department
- Adopted Resolution 48 of 2021: Lease purchase agreement with Government Capital Corporation for an excavator
- Approved $132.94 invoice for FY 2018-2019 LCDBG Rehab of Sewer Crossings Project# A917017
- Approved monthly bills and financial report
City Council
The Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance to revoke an undeveloped street named West Lee Street. They will also consider resolutions to authorize a jail agreement with the Vernon Parish Sheriff's Office, a one-time permit for extended event hours for a trail ride, and steps to apply for a Community Development Block Grant to extend sewer service on Jean Chapel Road.
- Ordinance 7 of 2021 to revoke undeveloped West Lee Street
- Resolution to authorize Targa Resources to rent property at the Industrial Park for campers
- Resolution to authorize lease-purchase agreement for an excavator
- Resolution to adopt motions for FY22–FY23 CDBG sewer extension on Jean Chapel Road
- Resolution to authorize intergovernmental agreement with Vernon Parish Sheriff's Office for inmate housing
The City Council approved a series of resolutions to pursue LCDBG funding for sewer extensions on Jean Chapel Road and authorized a commercial rental agreement with Targa Resources. The Council also revoked an undeveloped street and authorized an agreement to house city inmates in the Vernon Parish Jail.
- Adopted Ordinance 7 of 2021 to revoke undeveloped West Lee Street (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 40 of 2021 to authorize Targa Resources to rent property at the Industrial Park
- Adopted Resolution 41 of 2021 to authorize a lease-purchase agreement for an excavator
- Adopted Resolution 42 (Motions A, B, and C) to pursue LCDBG funding for Jean Chapel Road sewer extension
- Adopted Resolution 43 of 2021 to house city inmates in the Vernon Parish Jail
- Adopted Resolution 44 of 2021 to grant a one-time permit extending event hours for 40 Acres and a Mule Riding Club
- Approved monthly bills
- Approved minutes of May 24, 2021
City Council
The City Council is meeting to adopt the FY2021-2022 budget and a budget amendment. The body will also consider rezoning a parcel for a 38-house subdivision and the revocation of West Lee Street.
- Adoption of FY2021-2022 Budget and FY2020-2021 Budget Amendment (Ordinance 5 of 2021)
- Rezoning of Parcel # 0111537828 for 'Briarwood Estates' 38-house subdivision (Ordinance 6 of 2021)
- Payment requests for Runway & Taxiway project: Pan American Engineers ($14,298.52) and Hasco, Inc. ($254,316.06)
- Bid award to A Boy and His Dad Lawn Care for Ft. Polk Vegetation Control Project
- Proposed revocation of undeveloped West Lee Street (Ordinance 7 of 2021)
The City Council adopted the FY2021-2022 budget and a budget amendment. They approved the rezoning of a parcel for a 38-house subdivision and authorized the purchase of Public Works equipment.
- Adopted Ordinance 5 of 2021: FY2021-2022 Budget and FY2020-2021 Budget Amendment (4-0, 2 absent)
- Adopted Ordinance 6 of 2021: Rezoned Parcel # 0111537828 for 'Briarwood Estates' 38-house subdivision (4-0, 2 absent)
- Adopted Ordinance 7 of 2021: Revoked undeveloped street named WEST LEE STREET (5-0, 1 absent)
- Adopted Resolution 37 of 2021: Authorized purchase of 1/2 ton pickup and track hoe for Public Works
- Adopted Resolution 38 of 2021: Awarded Fort Polk Vegetation Control Contract to A Boy and His Dad Lawn Care
- Adopted Resolution 39 of 2021: Approved bid advertisement for 1/2 ton pickup truck for Public Works
- Approved monthly bills and financial report
- Approved Pay Requests A: Pan American Engineers ($14,298.52) and Hasco, Inc. ($254,316.06)
City Council
The City Council will consider the FY2021-2022 Budget and a rezoning request for Briarwood Estates. Other items include requests for special counsel, FEMA funding for generators, and fire department equipment.
- Ordinance 5 of 2021: Adoption of FY2021-2022 Budget and FY2020-2021 Budget Amendment
- Ordinance 6 of 2021: Rezoning Parcel # 0111537828 for Briarwood Estates subdivision
- Pay Application 9: $41,447.60 retainage for Williams Equipment Services LLC (Sewer Crossings Project)
- Resolution 34 of 2021: Class "A" Liquor and Beer License for Tail ’Gators at 111 W. Harriet Street
- Resolution 35 of 2021: Letter of Intent for FEMA funds to purchase water system and City Hall generators
The City Council approved a liquor license for Tail ’Gators and authorized the city to seek FEMA funds for generators. The council also authorized the fire department to seek bids for a new truck and approved a payment for sewer crossing rehabilitation.
- Approved $41,447.60 payment to Williams Equipment Services LLC for Sewer Crossings Project No. A9-17017
- Adopted Resolution 33 of 2021 to obtain special counsel for Civil Service Board matters
- Adopted Resolution 34 of 2021 approving Class “A” Liquor and Beer License for Tail ’Gators at 111 W. Harriet Street
- Adopted Resolution 35 of 2021 to apply for FEMA funds for water system and City Hall generators
- Adopted Resolution 36 of 2021 authorizing the Fire Department to seek bids for a truck
- Accepted Ordinance 5 of 2021 (6-0)
- Accepted Ordinance 6 of 2021 (6-0)
- Approved monthly bills and April 12, 2021 minutes
City Council
The City Council will vote on several ordinances regarding council compensation, filming permits, and temporary residential use of trailers after disasters. The meeting also includes resolutions for a new provisional police chief and the purchase of a vacant lot.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2 of 2021 to increase council member compensation
- Adoption of Ordinance 4 of 2021 regarding temporary use of travel trailers after fire or natural disaster
- Resolution 29 of 2021 to appoint Beth Westlake as Provisional Police Chief
- Resolution 32 of 2021 to purchase vacant lot at 800 Shade Street for $7,500
- Pay requests for street and water improvement projects totaling $4,414.70
The City Council approved several ordinances, including an increase in council member compensation and new rules for filming permits. The council also appointed Beth Westlake as Provisional Police Chief and authorized the purchase of a vacant lot on Shade Street.
- Approved Ordinance 2 of 2021 to increase council member compensation (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3 of 2021 regarding filming permits, types, and exemptions (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 4 of 2021 allowing temporary residential use of RVs/trailers for 180 days after fire or natural disaster (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 29 of 2021 appointing Beth Westlake as Provisional Police Chief
- Approved Resolution 32 of 2021 to purchase vacant lot at 800 Shade Street for $7,500
- Approved $3,248.70 payment to Meyer & Associates, Inc. for Street Improvements Project No. B6-20059
- Approved $1,166.00 payment to Meyer & Associates, Inc. for Water Improvements Project No. A8-12037
- Approved Resolution 28 of 2021 to memorialize a section of Red Town Road for Reverend Harrison Fields
City Council
The City Council will discuss several proposed ordinances regarding council compensation, filming permits, and temporary residential use of trailers. The meeting also includes resolutions for police leadership changes and municipal project advertisements.
- Introduction of Ordinance 2 of 2021 to increase council member compensation
- Introduction of Ordinance 3 of 2021 regarding filming permits and exemptions
- Introduction of Ordinance 4 of 2021 for temporary use of travel trailers after disasters
- Resolution 20 of 2021 to increase City Administrator pay by $5,000 annually
- Resolution 23 of 2021 to appoint Beth Westlake as Provisional Chief of Police
The City Council appointed Deputy Chief Beth Westlake as Provisional Chief of Police and changed the Chief of Police position to full-time. The Council also approved property condemnations, a pay increase for the City Administrator, and various project pay requests.
- Appointed Deputy Chief Beth Westlake as Provisional Chief of Police (Resolution 23)
- Changed Chief of Police position from part-time to full-time (Resolution 24)
- Approved $5,000 annual pay increase for City Administrator (Resolution 20)
- Approved condemnation of 904 Nona Street, 906 Nona Street, and 706 Short Street
- Approved Class A alcohol and beer permit for Festival Taco at 853 Entrance Road (Resolution 22)
- Authorized sealed bid for mini golf course and splash pad construction (Resolution 21)
- Approved bid advertisement for City Court ceiling repair (Resolution 25)
- Approved pay requests for sewer crossings ($3,894.22), water improvements ($22,139.66), and runway safety ($1,500.00)
City Council
The City Council will review several resolutions including a lease for the municipal airport and updates to personnel policy regarding emergency hazard pay. The meeting also includes reviews of monthly financial reports and various construction pay requests.
- Pay request: Apeck Construction LLC $36,767.05 for 2021 Street Improvements
- Pay request: Pat Williams Construction $20,248.00 for Police Department Roof Replacement
- Pay request: Williams Equipment Services LLC $54,690.55 for Runway Safety Area Improvements
- Resolution 15: Proposed $50 per day hazard pay for police, fire, and public works during disasters
- Resolution 17: Liquor and beer permit for Lolita's Mexican Restaurant and Bar at 1308 S. 5th St.
The Council approved several project pay requests and adopted seven resolutions. Key actions included authorizing a lease at the municipal airport and updating personnel policies to allow hazard pay for emergency staff.
- Approved lease of Leesville Municipal Airport terminal section to Crossroads Aviation LLC (Resolution 13)
- Approved LA Municipal Water Pollution Prevention Plan of 2020 (Resolution 14)
- Approved $50 per day hazard pay for police, fire, and public works during emergency closures (Resolution 15)
- Approved Change Order #1 for FY2018 LCDBG Rehabilitation of Sewer Crossings (Resolution 16)
- Approved liquor and beer permit for Lolita’s Mexican Restaurant and Bar (Resolution 17)
- Approved substantial completion of Runway Safety Area Improvements project (Resolution 18)
- Approved equipment purchase for Leesville Municipal Golf Course (Resolution 19)
- Approved pay requests including $36,767.05 for street improvements and $20,248.00 for police department roof replacement
City Council
The City Council will review monthly bills, pay requests for infrastructure projects, and several condemnation cases. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding a federal aviation grant and a new police officer training agreement.
- Resolution 11 of 2021: Authorizing acceptance of a $13,000 FAA CARES Grant for operational expenses
- Resolution 12 of 2021: Approving a Training Reimbursement Agreement for new police officers
- Pay requests for Sewer Crossings Project including $10,235.06 to Williams Equipment Services, LLC
- Condemnation proceedings for properties at 801 Nolan Trace, 904 Nona Street, and others
- Review of monthly bills and project pay requests for water improvements and site development
The Council approved the condemnation of three properties and granted demolition extensions for others. It also authorized the acceptance of a $13,000 FAA grant and implemented a training reimbursement agreement for new police officers.
- Approved condemnation of 801 Nolan Trace, 906 Nona Street, and 301 N. 2nd Street
- Approved 30-day demolition stays for 904 Nona Street and 706 Short Street
- Ordered removal of illegally occupied RV at 2100 Miriam Street
- Approved extension for 1302 Anderson Drive to complete work by May 10, 2021
- Adopted Resolution 11 of 2021 to accept $13,000 FAA CARES Grant
- Adopted Resolution 12 of 2021 to implement police officer Training Reimbursement Agreement
- Approved monthly bills and pay requests for sewer and water projects
- Approved February 22, 2021 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning a parcel to allow for a 38-house subdivision. The body will also consider pay requests for sewer and runway projects and the appointment of a new Public Works Director.
- Ordinance 1 of 2021: Rezoning for Briarwood Estates 38-house subdivision
- Williams Equipment Services, LLC pay application: $35,678.67 for Sewer Crossings Project No. A917017
- Vernon Parish Police Jury invoices: $26,252.94 and $5,946.33 for Hurricane Laura Debris Removal
- Williams Equipment Services estimate: $148,151.12 for Runway Safety Area Improvements
- Resolution 10 of 2021: Appointment of Chris Fox as Public Works Director
The Council approved the rezoning of a parcel to allow for the construction of the 38-house Briarwood Estates subdivision. They also appointed a new Public Works Director and updated vacation time accrual limits. Several project pay requests and monthly financial reports were approved.
- Adopted Ordinance 1 of 2021 to rezone a parcel for Briarwood Estates subdivision (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 10 of 2021 appointing Chris Fox as Public Works Director
- Adopted Resolution 9 of 2021 limiting annual accrual of employee vacation time
- Approved $35,678.67 pay request for Williams Equipment Services, LLC (Sewer Crossings Project)
- Approved $26,252.94 and $5,946.33 pay requests for Vernon Parish Police Jury debris removal
- Approved $5,638.80 invoice for Pan American Engineers and $148,151.12 estimate for Williams Equipment Services (Runway Safety Area Improvements)
- Approved monthly bills and financial report
City Council
The Leesville City Council will consider an ordinance to rezone land for the Briarwood Estates subdivision. The council will also review pay requests for sewer projects and a resolution to accept the completion certificate for a sewer crossings rehabilitation project.
- Introduction of Ordinance 1 of 2021 to rezone parcels for Briarwood Estates
- Pay request for Meyer & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $718.61
- Pay application for Williams Equipment Services, LLC in the amount of $20,089.85
- Resolution 8 of 2021 to accept completion of Sewer Crossings Project No. A9-17017-DA
The City Council approved monthly bills and specific pay requests for sewer projects. It adopted a resolution accepting the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the 2018 LCDBG Rehabilitation of Sewer Crossings. Ordinance 1 of 2021 regarding a rezoning request for Briarwood Estates was accepted for a future public hearing.
- Approved monthly bills
- Approved Pay Request A for Meyer & Associates, Inc. ($718.61)
- Approved Pay Request B for Williams Equipment Services, LLC ($20,089.85)
- Accepted Ordinance 1 of 2021 to rezone a parcel for Briarwood Estates subdivision
- Adopted Resolution 8 of 2021 accepting Certificate of Substantial Completion for Project No. A9-17017-DA
City Council
The City Council will review monthly bills, financial reports, and several resolutions. Key items include authorizing a salary for the Civil Service Board secretary and approving a cooperative agreement for a sanitary sewer extension.
- Resolution 4 of 2021: Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Fort Polk Entrance Road sanitary sewer extension
- Resolution 6 of 2021: Lease purchase of three vehicles for the Leesville City Police Department via Sabine State Bank
- Resolution 5 of 2021: Authorization to advertise for bids on inoperable or unrepairable city vehicles
- Resolution 3 of 2021: $9,000 annual salary authorization for the Leesville Civil Service Board secretary
- Pay requests for sewer improvements ($1,449.00) and runway safety improvements ($375.00 and $6,384.00)
The City Council adopted several resolutions, including the purchase of police vehicles and a code amendment for manufactured home replacements. The Council also approved monthly bills and specific pay requests for sewer and runway projects.
- Approved Resolution 3 of 2021: $9,000 yearly salary for Leesville Civil Service Board secretarial position
- Approved Resolution 4 of 2021: Authorization for Mayor to sign Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Fort Polk Entrance Road sanitary sewer extension
- Approved Resolution 5 of 2021: Authorization to advertise for bids for inoperable or unrepairable city vehicles
- Approved Resolution 6 of 2021: Lease purchase of three vehicles for Leesville City Police Department via Sabine State Bank
- Approved Resolution 7 of 2021: Enacted Section 2-13 of City Code to waive procedural requirements for replacing manufactured homes destroyed by Hurricane Laura
- Approved monthly bills and financial reports
- Approved Pay Request A: $1,449.00 to Governmental Consulting Services, LLC for LCDBG Sewer Improvements
- Approved Pay Request B: $375.00 to Pan American Engineering and $6,384.00 to Williams Equipment Services LLC for Runway Safety Area Improvements
City Council
The City Council will review pay requests for sewer rehabilitation and wastewater treatment projects. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding community water enrichment funds and a potential land purchase.
- Pay Application No. 4 for Sewer Crossings Project# A917017: $77,476.17
- Pay Application No. 5 for Sewer Crossings Project# A917017: $20,089.85
- Lufkin Electric Inc. of Louisiana wastewater treatment plant invoice: $15,070.12
- Resolution to authorize water enrichment and government assistance fund applications
- Resolution to offer $7,500 for parcel 0111333517 at 800 Shade Street
The City Council authorized the Mayor to apply for water enrichment and government assistance funds. Council members also approved an offer to purchase a specific empty lot and authorized several payments for sewer and wastewater projects.
- Approved Resolution 1 of 2021 to authorize Mayor to submit CWEF and LGAP applications
- Approved Resolution 2 of 2021 to make a $7,500 offer for Parcel 0111333517 at 800 Shade Street (7-0)
- Approved Pay Request A for Sewer Crossings Project# A917017 totaling $103,721.26
- Approved Pay Request B for Waste Water Treatment Plant payment to Lufkin Electric Inc. of Louisiana for $15,070.12
- Approved monthly bills
- Accepted minutes of December 14, 2020