Oakgrove public meetings in 2022
12 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Oak Grove Town Council will consider several administrative and financial items, including renewing an alcohol license for Mike Jones (Oak Grove Package Liquor), discussing a proposed Low Income Household Water Assistance Vendor Agreement, and approving a no-cash policy effective February 1, 2023. The council will also vote on spending up to $500 for a safety meeting lunch and receive an update on the sewer treatment plant and ground storage tank.
- Alcohol license renewal – Mike Jones (Oak Grove Package Liquor)
- Discuss Proposed Low Income Household Water Assistance Vendor Agreement
- Approve a no cash policy effective February 1, 2023
- Approve spending up to $500 to provide lunch for annual safety meeting
- Update on sewer treatment plant and ground storage tank
The Town Council approved a comprehensive insurance quote and the hiring of a full-time police officer. The council also voted to stop accepting cash payments starting February 1, 2023. Other approvals included financial reports, a liquor license renewal, and a water assistance agreement.
- Approved $97,612.82 insurance quote from Lensing, Lensing, Cunningham and Hagar
- Approved hiring Kelly Jo Goodwin as a full-time police officer
- Approved ending cash payments for all payments effective February 1, 2023
- Approved paying Austin Holland (80 hours) and John Jimenez (72 hours) for unused vacation leave
- Approved alcohol license renewal for Mike Jones (Oak Grove Package Liquor)
- Approved Low Income Household Water Assistance Vendor Agreement
- Approved November 2022 financials and bills for payment
- Approved up to $500 for annual safety meeting lunch
City Council
The City Council will consider a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the West Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office and a proposed Low Income Household Water Assistance Vendor Agreement. The body will also review financial bills for October 2022 and discuss infrastructure repairs.
- Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with West Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office
- $500 contribution to West Carroll Chamber for Small Business Saturday
- Proposed Low Income Household Water Assistance Vendor Agreement
- Ouachita Meter Reading contract
- Discussion on fire hydrant repairs and sewer treatment plant update
The Town Council approved several service contracts, including new flooring for City Hall and a dispatcher salary package. The council also authorized funds for the Chamber of Commerce and park maintenance. A proposed water assistance agreement was tabled due to unanswered questions.
- Approved Endeavor Agreement with West Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office for dispatcher salary of $12,499.99 (carried)
- Approved $500 contribution to West Carroll Chamber of Commerce for Small Business Saturday (carried)
- Approved water department repairs to three fire hydrants (carried)
- Approved $23,139.00 flooring quote from Dettenhaim Carpets for City Hall (carried)
- Approved contract renewal with Ouachita Meter Reading Service, LLC at $2.35 per meter (carried)
- Approved $900.00 quote from Peacock’s Lawn Mowing and Stump Grinding for town park (carried)
- Approved Council Member Holland to attend Louisiana Parks and Recreation convention (carried)
- Tabled Low Income Household Water Assistance Vendor Agreement
City Council
The Town of Oak Grove Council will meet to approve September 2022 financials and employee insurance renewals. The body will also consider a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Sheriff Mathews and a resolution for an annual compliance questionnaire.
- Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Sheriff Mathews
- Annual Compliance Questionnaire resolution
- Employee insurance renewal
- Quotes for awning and flooring
- Transfer of 2009 Ford F-150 from street department to water department
The Council approved a construction contract for a City Hall parking awning and renewed employee insurance. They also authorized a vehicle transfer between departments and payment for a citizen's vehicle repairs. A decision on City Hall flooring was tabled.
- Approved $32,371.76 awning contract from J and D Construction
- Approved renewal of employee insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
- Approved payment for repairs to Johnny Smith’s truck
- Approved transfer of 2009 Ford F-150 from street department to water department
- Adopted Resolution approving annual Compliance Questionnaire
- Tabled acceptance of quotes for City Hall flooring
- Approved September 2022 financials and bills for payment
- Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The Town Council will consider bids for sewer system manhole rehabilitation and discuss road boring fees. The body is also deciding on the appointment of a Zoning Board member and hiring for police and water/sewer maintenance roles.
- Low bid for Sewer System Improvements – Manhole Rehabilitation project
- Appointment of Mary Mills to Zoning Board
- Hiring of Adrian Seamans for water/sewer maintenance and Fredrick Jackson as a police officer
- Resolutions for LGAP and CWEF grants
- Closing of Main Street for the Sweet Potato Festival
The council approved several infrastructure projects, including sewer manhole rehabilitation and emergency point repairs. They also authorized the hiring of a new police officer and water/sewer maintenance worker. Decisions regarding temporary housing assistance and awning quotes were tabled.
- Approved $256,219.00 low bid from JABAR Corporation for sewer manhole rehabilitation
- Approved emergency sewer point repairs using the lowest quote of $57,048.94 from Ashton Construction
- Approved purchase of $1,832.00 limit switches for sewer plant repairs
- Approved hiring Fredrick Jackson as a full-time police officer
- Approved hiring Adrian Seamans for water/sewer maintenance
- Approved appointment of Mary Mills to the Zoning Board
- Approved street and alley closures for the Sweet Potato Festival on October 1, 2022
- Adopted resolutions to apply for LGAP and CWEF grants for Legion Hut and sewer lift station housing
City Council
The Oak Grove City Council will consider funding for sewer and water infrastructure, including the elevated water storage tank renovation. The body will also review quotes for tree removal on Beale Street and the construction of awnings.
- Use of ARPA funds for sewer treatment plant repairs and equipment
- Resolution authorizing Mayor Rollinson to act on the elevated water storage tank renovation project
- Quotes for cutting a tree on Beale Street
- Quotes for building awnings
- Advertising for an additional water/sewer maintenance employee
The Town Council approved using second-round ARPA funds for sewer treatment plant repairs and equipment. Other actions included authorizing the Mayor to manage the elevated water storage tank renovation and approving several small-scale maintenance contracts.
- Approved using second round ARPA funds for sewer treatment plant repairs and equipment
- Authorized Mayor to act on behalf of town for elevated water storage tank renovation project
- Approved $4,000 quote from Harrison Tree Service for tree removal on Beale Street
- Approved $2,650 quote from Chester Dixon for concrete pad at elevated storage tank
- Approved Mayor to apply for funding for HVAC system at Superior Building
- Approved advertising for additional water/sewer maintenance employee
- Approved training attendance for Marilyn Jordan, Angela Atkins, and Jeff Moody
- Tabled awning quotes to the next council meeting
City Council
The council will vote on the 2022 tax millage resolution and appoint key city officials. Members will also discuss infrastructure and equipment updates, including the sewer treatment plant and police body cameras.
- Adoption of Tax Millage Resolution for 2022
- Appointment of Police Chief, Clerk, Superintendent, and Attorney
- Endeavor Agreement with West Carroll Parish Sherriff’s Office
- Discussion of sewer treatment plant and Water Sector application
- Discussion of upgrading body worn cameras
The Town Council approved several administrative appointments and financial agreements, including a $32,190.36 dispatcher salary package with the West Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office. The council also authorized applications for $1 million in Water Sector funds and $250,000 for water tank painting. Additionally, the council adopted the 2022 millage rates.
- Approved Mayor's appointments of Police Chief, Town Clerk, Town Superintendent, and Town Attorney
- Approved $32,190.36 Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with West Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office for dispatcher salary
- Adopted 2022 millage rates
- Approved $9,179.74 for Axon Enterprise, Inc. police body-worn camera upgrades
- Approved application for $1 million in Water Sector funds with a 25% town match
- Approved $83,333.00 match funds for a $250,000 Capital Outlay Appropriation to paint the elevated water tank
- Approved Clerk and Assistant Clerk attendance at LAMSA conference
- Named Council Member Nevels as Mayor Pro Tem for 2022-2023
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the budget ordinance for fiscal year 2022-2023. The body will also consider personnel hires, training travel, and holiday designations.
- Adoption of Budget Ordinance for FY 2022-2023
- Approval of Juneteenth as a paid holiday
- Hiring of Chase Robertson as a police officer
- Approval of corrections to Budget Revision No. 2 for FY ending June 30, 2022
- Changes to Legion Hut rental agreement
The City Council adopted the budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and approved corrections to Budget Revision No. 2 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The council also approved a new police officer hire and established Juneteenth as a paid holiday for town employees.
- Adopted FY 2022-2023 Budget Ordinance (5-0)
- Approved corrections to Budget Revision No. 2 for FY ending June 30, 2022
- Approved Juneteenth as a paid holiday for town employees
- Approved hiring Chase Robertson as a full-time police officer
- Approved $4.80 per inch bid for Official Journal from West Carroll Gazette
- Approved $75.00 early set-up fee for Legion Hut rental agreement
- Approved training attendance for Obadiah Rouse, Marilyn Jordan, and Chief Russell
- Approved May 2022 financials and bills for payment
City Council
The City Council will consider a budget revision for the current fiscal year and introduce the 2022-2023 budget ordinance. The body will also review applications for funding to acquire a grapple truck and replace water lines.
- Budget Revision No. 2 for FY ending June 30, 2022
- Introduction of 2022-2023 FY budget ordinance and public hearing
- Resolution to apply for LGAP funds for a grapple truck
- Resolution to apply for CWEF funds to replace water lines
- Selection of Volkert, Inc. for ARPA funding engineering services
The Town Council approved a loan application for sewer repairs and authorized grant applications for a grapple truck and water line replacement. The council also introduced the 2022-2023 FY budget and selected an engineering firm for ARPA funding projects.
- Approved application for $480,000 DEQ loan for sewer repairs
- Approved Resolution to apply for LGAP grant for a grapple truck
- Approved Resolution to apply for CWEF grant to replace water lines
- Introduced 2022-2023 FY budget ordinance and set public hearing for June 14, 2022
- Approved selection of Volkert, Inc. for ARPA funding engineering services
- Approved budget revision no. 2 for FY ending June 30, 2022
- Approved April 2022 financials and bills for payment
- Adopted annual MWPP Resolution
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance to revoke Ordinance 615. The body will also discuss the hiring of a CPA to manage ARPA funds and various board appointments.
- Ordinance to revoke Ordinance 615
- Discussion on hiring Laura Hartt, CPA to manage ARPA funds
- Resolution to reappoint Jim Holland to the LCDA Board
- Discussion on subscribing to Leads Online for the Police Department
- Discussion on LGAP and CWEF applications
The Town Council revoked Ordinance 615 regarding vacant buildings in the Historic District. The council also appointed two members to the Fire District Board and approved funding for dog pen repairs. Additionally, the council hired a CPA to manage ARPA funds.
- Revoked Ordinance 615 regarding vacant buildings in the Historic District (3-2)
- Appointed Jessie Craft (two-year term) and Mike Cox (one-year term) to the Fire District Board
- Approved purchase of panels for dog pen repairs
- Approved hiring Laura Hartt, CPA to manage ARPA funds
- Approved subscription to Leads Online for the Police Department
- Reappointed Jim Holland to the LCDA Board
- Changed regular monthly council meeting time to 5:00 p.m. starting May 10, 2022
- Adopted resolutions declaring April as Fair Housing Month and April 11-15, 2022 as National Community Development Week
City Council
The Town of Oak Grove Council will meet to review financial reports and various service quotes. The body will discuss a memorandum of understanding for a School Resource Officer program and the adoption of a 2022 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan.
- Memorandum of Understanding with West Carroll Parish School Board for a School Resource Officer Program
- Resolution for 2022 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Ordinance to revoke Ordinance 615
- Quotes for fire ant treatment in park and cemetery
- Quotes to upholster truck seats in unit 7 and Unit 21
The Council voted to introduce an ordinance revoking Ordinance 615 and adopted the 2022 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution. Several service contracts for pest control and vehicle maintenance were approved. The Council also approved a School Resource Officer Program agreement with the West Carroll Parish School Board.
- Introduced Ordinance to revoke Ordinance 615 (3-2)
- Adopted 2022 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution
- Approved $850 total for Red Pest Control to treat park and cemetery
- Approved $1,000 to reupholster truck seats in units 7 and 21
- Approved MOU with West Carroll Parish School Board for School Resource Officer Program
- Approved certification classes for Jeff Moody (sewer) and Obadiah Rouse (water)
- Approved pay increase for Obadiah Rouse from .50 to .84 cents per hour upon certification
- Approved February 2022 financials and bills for payment
City Council
The Oak Grove Town Council will vote on revoking Ordinance 615 and approving a bid for the LCDBG Water Treatment Plant Project. They will also consider a 2021-2022 budget revision, a resolution to sell surplus property through LAMATS, and a Louisiana Music Trail item. The meeting includes approval of January 2022 financials and reports from the police chief and superintendent.
- Introduce Ordinance to revoke Ordinance 615
- Approve bid for LCDBG Water Treatment Plant Project
- 2021-2022 Budget Revision No. 1
- Resolution authorizing sale of surplus property through LAMATS
- Louisiana Music Trail
The Town Council approved a contract for the LCDBG Water Treatment Plant Project and authorized repairs to the Bon Aire Lift Station. The council also approved a budget revision and the sale of surplus property. A proposal to revoke Ordinance 615 was defeated.
- Approved bid for LCDBG Water Treatment Plant Project to Womack and Sons Construction Group, Inc. for $1,147,250.00 (unanimous)
- Approved $14,450.00 bid to repair Bon Aire Lift Station (unanimous)
- Approved 2021-2022 Budget Revision No 1 (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to sell surplus property through LAMATS (unanimous)
- Denied introduction of Ordinance to revoke Ordinance 615 (2-3)
- Approved January 2022 bills for payment (general consent)
- Approved January 11, 2022 meeting minutes (general consent)
City Council
The City Council will vote on issuing taxable sewer revenue bonds and revoking the vacant building ordinance. The body will also declare the results of a December 11, 2021 special election regarding special taxes.
- Taxable Sewer Revenue Bonds not to exceed $300,000.00
- Ordinance to revoke Ordinance 615 (Vacant Building Ordinance)
- Resolution declaring results of the December 11, 2021 special election for special taxes
- Cost of living adjustment for full-time employees
- Discussion of S-Mart building plans
The Council approved the issuance of taxable sewer revenue bonds and certified the results of a special election to levy taxes for cemetery and street maintenance. Additionally, the Council approved a cost of living adjustment for full-time employees.
- Approved Ordinance No. 616 to issue Taxable Sewer Revenue Bonds not to exceed $300,000.00 (3-0)
- Adopted resolution declaring special election results: Proposition 1 (cemetery tax) passed 34-16 and Proposition 2 (streets/alleys tax) passed 34-17 (3-0)
- Approved 6% cost of living adjustment for full-time employees (carried)
- Approved December 2021 financials and bills for payment (general consent)
- Approved December 14, 2021 meeting minutes (general consent)