Sulphur, Louisiana
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Municipal budget
Total revenue$51.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$44.9M (FY2023)
Taxes$26.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$11.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,176 (FY2023)
Development activity
202541 housing units ($6.3M)
Recent meetings
Wed Jul 22, 2026
Civil Service Board
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Wed Jul 22, 2026
Civil Service Board
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Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police
Civil Service Board
PO Box 1309, Sulphur, LA 70664 Thomas Bourgeois, Chairman
M: 337.888.5352 ♦ F: 337.533.9318 ♦
[email protected] ♦ www.sulphur.org
DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE SULPHUR MUNICIPAL FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
AGENDA
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet in REGULAR MEETING on Wednesday,
July 22, 2026. The meeting will be held at 5:30 P.M. in the CITY OF SULPHUR COUNCIL CHAMBERS, located
at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA 70663.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. REQUEST FOR ITEMS TO BE ADDED TO THE AGENDA
If a matter is brought up at the meeting, a VOTE of the members is to be taken to determine if the item will be
heard. It must be a UNANIMOUS decision to add an item to the agenda.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM REGULAR MEETING HELD ON JUNE 10, 2026
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL FIRE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
B. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL POLICE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
5. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jun 15, 2026
Board of Zoning Adjustment
BZA to consider variance for accessory structure at 608 Maple Street
The Sulphur Board of Zoning Adjustment and Land Use Commission will meet to consider a variance request. The board will determine if a portable building can be placed on a specific property without a primary structure.
- Resolution for variance at 608 Maple Street for a portable building
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✓ Decided: Board grants variance for accessory structure at 608 Maple Street
The Board of Zoning Adjustment adopted a resolution granting a variance to Charles Beverly for an accessory structure on his property at 608 Maple Street. The vote was unanimous with three yeas and no nays. The resolution notes that work may not begin until all permits are obtained. No other business was taken up.
- Granted variance to Charles Beverly for accessory structure at 608 Maple Street (3-0)
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NOTICE…..The BZA meetings will temporarily be held at 501 Willow Avenue.
AGENDA
BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR BOARD OF
ZONING ADJUSTMENT AND LAND USE COMMISSION, MONDAY, JUNE 15,
2026, AT 5:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 501
WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Resolution granting a variance to Charles Beverly, 608 Maple Street, to allow
for an accessory structure (portable building) to be placed on property without
a primary structure.
2. Public Comment
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Board of Zoning Adjustment decision,
you can appeal it to 14th Judicial District Court within thirty (30) days of the Board
Zoning Adjustment decision.
***The next regular Board of Zoning Adjustment meeting will be held on Monday, July
20, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur,
La.
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute (R.S. 42:14, persons with an ADA
recognized disability who needs accommodations to participate in this meeting must
submit a request online at www.sulphur.org via “ADA to address Council” form or
contact the City Clerk by phone at 337-527-4571 before 8:00 a.m.
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June 15, 2026
The Board of Zoning Adjustment of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 15th day
of June, 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members
present:
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
ABSENT: LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results, prayer and pledge
was led by Mr. Darby.
Motion was made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mrs. Allison that the minutes of the previous meeting
stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Allison seconded by Mr. Darby that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
The first item on the agenda is a resolution granting a variance to Charles Beverly, 608 Maple
Street, to allow for an accessory structure (portable building) to be placed on property without a primary
structure. Mrs. Beverly addressed the Commission and s tated that her brother had a st roke, and he will
be moving out of his home. She doesn’t have anywhere to put all his belongings and the costs of renting
a storage unit is extremely high and will cause a burden on her family. She wants to move the stuff out
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
Land Use Commission
Land Use Commission to amend annexation resolution for Patton Street property
The Sulphur Land Use Commission will meet to approve a resolution amending a previous resolution to correct the property description for annexed property located at 2211 Patton Street. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 15, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
- Amendment to annexation resolution for 2211 Patton Street
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Meeting moved to 501 Willow Avenue
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✓ Decided: Commission considered amendment to 2211 Patton Street annexation description
The Land Use Commission approved the minutes from the prior meeting and the agenda unanimously. It then considered a resolution to amend the property description for the annexed parcel at 2211 Patton Street so the description reaches the centerlines of Patton and Post Oak Streets. A motion was made to adopt that resolution, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
- Motion made to adopt resolution amending property description for 2211 Patton Street (outcome not recorded)
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AGENDA
LAND USE COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR LAND USE COMMISSION,
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED
AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Resolution amending previously adopted Resolution to correct the property
description for annexed property for DV Property Holdings, LLC for property
located at 2211 Patton Street.
2. Public Comment
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Land Use decision, the City Council will meet
on all these issues at their next City Council meeting. If you are still not satisfied with their
decision you can appeal it to 14th Judicial District Court.
***The next regular Land Use Commission meeting will be held on Monday, July 20, 2026, at
5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, La.
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute (R.S. 42:14, persons with an ADA recognized
disability who needs accommodations to participate in this meeting must submit a request online
at www.sulphur.org via “ADA to address Council” form or contact the City Clerk by phone at
337-527-45
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June 15, 2026
The Land Use Commission of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Street, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 15th day of
June 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members present:
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
ABSENT: LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
The Chairman called the meeting to order, and roll called with the above results. Motion was
made by Mrs. Allison seconded by Mr. Darby that the minutes from the previous meeting stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mrs. Allison that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
The first item on the agenda is a resolution amending previously adopted Resolution to correct the
property description for annexed property for DV Property Holdings, LLC for property located at 2211
Patton Street. Mr. Abrahams, Land Use Administrator, stated that when this property was recently
annexed into the city, the property description did not go to the centerline of the roads. It needs to be
amended so it extends to the middle of the road. Motion was made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mrs.
Allison that the following resolution be adopted to-wit:
RESOLUTIO
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Civil Service Board
Civil Service Board to review fire and police personnel actions
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet to review personnel action forms for fire and police staff. The board will also consider updates to eligibility lists for various promotional and competitive positions.
- Approval of exam scores and eligibility list for Promotional Firefighter First Class
- Review of Fire personnel action forms
- Review of Police personnel action forms
- Request to remove names from eligibility lists for Competitive Police Chief, Deputy Chief of Police, and Evidence Officer
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Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police
Civil Service Board
PO Box 1309, Sulphur, LA 70664 Thomas Bourgeois, Chairman
M: 337.888.5352 ♦ F: 337.533.9318 ♦
[email protected] ♦ www.sulphur.org
DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE SULPHUR MUNICIPAL FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
AGENDA
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet in REGULAR MEETING on Wednesday,
June 10, 2026. The meeting will be held at 5:30 P.M. in the CITY OF SULPHUR COUNCIL CHAMBERS, located
at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA 70663.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. REQUEST FOR ITEMS TO BE ADDED TO THE AGENDA
If a matter is brought up at the meeting, a VOTE of the members is to be taken to determine if the item will be
heard. It must be a UNANIMOUS decision to add an item to the agenda.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM REGULAR MEETING HELD ON MAY 13, 2026
4. OLD BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL EXAM SCORES AND ADD NAMES TO THE ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR PROMOTIONAL
FIREFIGHTER FIRST CLASS
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL FIRE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
B. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL POLICE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
C. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL THE REQUEST TO REMOVE NAMES FROM THE ELIGIBILITY LISTS FOR
COMPETITIVE POLICE CHIEF, DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE, AND EVIDENCE OFFICER
6. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jun 8, 2026
City Council
City Council adopts new water rate schedule for 2027‑2030
The Sulphur City Council will consider and adopt several ordinances, including a water‑rate ordinance that sets flat and metered rates for fiscal years 2027‑2030. It will hold public hearings on a land‑use exception for Flamingo Investments at 1100 Lori Lane, a rezoning for 925 Prater Road, and multiple liquor‑license approvals. The council will also vote on condemnations of specific properties and re‑appoint a board member.
- Rule to show cause for condemnation of properties at 419 Breaux Lane, 2369 Cedar Lane, 112 Benoit Lane, 960 South Beglis Parkway, 1031 South Stanford Street, 1010 West Verdine Street, 1018 West Verdine Street, 625 East Brimstone, 212 Doiron Street, 2213 Moss Lane, 461 Starlin Street, 235 East Elizabeth Street, and 240 Edgar Street
- Public hearing on ordinance granting an exception to Flamingo Investments, LLC, 1100 Lori Lane, to allow mobile homes in a business district
- Public hearing on ordinance rezoning 925 Prater Road (Latin and Rosalind Berry) from residential to mixed residential for townhomes or duplexes
- Ordinance setting water rates for 2027‑2030, e.g., residential inside flat rate $32.25 (2027/2028) rising to $34.72 (2029/2030) and commercial outside flat rate $103.20 rising to $111.07
- Resolutions approving liquor licenses for Hampton Inn Sulphur/Satguru Holdings LLC at 210 Henning Drive and for Charge Up locations at 3610 East Napoleon Street and 444 West Burton Street
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT
501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Carla Sigler to announce her candidacy for Sulphur City Court Judge.
I04-26 (Mandy Thomas)
2. RULE TO SHOW CAUSE for the condition of the following addresses:
a. To condemn building or structure located at 419 Breaux Lane, in accordance with
Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
b. To condemn shed located at 2369 Cedar Lane, in accordance with Article IX,
Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Joy Abshire)
c. To condemn shed located at 112 Benoit Lane, in accordance with Article IX,
Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Nick Nezat)
d. To condemn building or structure located at 960 South Beglis Parkway, in
accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Dru Ellender)
e. To condemn building or structure located at 1031 South Stanford Street, in
accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Nick Nezat)
f. To condemn building or structure located at 1010 West Verdine Street, in
accordance with Article IX,
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
City Council
Sulphur City Council to hold public hearings on water rates and property tax millage
The City Council will discuss water rates for 2027-2030 and introduce an ordinance for 2026 property tax millage rates. The body will also consider multiple building condemnations and zoning requests.
- Public hearing on water rates for years 2027-2030 (ORD34-26)
- Introduction of ordinance for 2026 property tax millage rates (ORD37-26)
- Public hearing to rezone 925 Prater Road from residential to mixed residential for townhomes or duplexes
- Public hearing for mobile home living exception at 1100 Lori Lane
- Rule to show cause for condemnation of 13 buildings or sheds, including 419 Breaux Lane and 960 South Beglis Parkway
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✓ Decided: Sulphur City Council denies mobile home exception and residential rezoning
The City Council voted against a mobile home exception for Flamingo Investments, LLC and a residential rezone for 925 Prater Road. Additionally, the council approved several condemnations of buildings and structures across various addresses.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Removed two items from the agenda (unanimous)
- Condemned 419 Breaux Lane (unanimous)
- Condemned 2369 Cedar Lane (unanimous)
- Condemned 112 Benoit Lane (unanimous)
- Condemned 1031 South Stanford Street (unanimous)
- Condemned 1010 West Verdine Street (unanimous)
- Deferred condemnation of 1018 West Verdine Street to August 10, 2026 (unanimous)
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT
501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Carla Sigler to announce her candidacy for Sulphur City Court Judge.
I04-26 (Mandy Thomas)
2. RULE TO SHOW CAUSE for the condition of the following addresses:
a. To condemn building or structure located at 419 Breaux Lane, in accordance with
Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
b. To condemn shed located at 2369 Cedar Lane, in accordance with Article IX,
Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Joy Abshire)
c. To condemn shed located at 112 Benoit Lane, in accordance with Article IX,
Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Nick Nezat)
d. To condemn building or structure located at 960 South Beglis Parkway, in
accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Dru Ellender)
e. To condemn building or structure located at 1031 South Stanford Street, in
accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Nick Nezat)
f. To condemn building or structure located at 1010 West Verdine Street, in
accordance with Article IX, S
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June 8, 2026
The City Council of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its temporary location
located at 501 Willow Avenue in the Council Chambers, Sulphur, Louisiana, on June 8, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., after
full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members present:
DRU ELLENDER, Council Representative of District 1
NICK NEZAT, Council Representative of District 2
MELINDA HARDY, Council Representative of District 3
JOY ABSHIRE, Council Representative of District 4
ABSENT - MANDY THOMAS, Council Representative of District 5
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above result, prayer and pledge was led
by Mrs. Hardy.
The Chairman then asked if there were any changes to the minutes of the previous meeting. With no
changes made, motion was made by Mrs. Abshire seconded by Mr. Nezat that the minutes stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Abshire seconded by Mrs. Hardy that item 2D and 2M be removed from
the agenda:
To condemn building or structure located at 960 South Beglis Parkway, in accordance with
Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
To condemn building or structure located at 240 Edgar Street, in accordance with Article IX,
Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Abshire seconded by Mr. Nezat that the agenda stand as amended.
Motion
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Mon May 18, 2026
Land Use Commission
Land Use Commission rezones 925 Prater Road to mixed residential
The Sulphur Land Use Commission will meet on May 18, 2026 to adopt two resolutions. One resolution elects Eddie LeBlanc as Chairman and Veronica Allison as Vice‑Chairman of the commission. The other resolution grants a rezoning of 925 Prater Road (Latin and Rosalind Berry) from residential to mixed residential to allow townhomes or duplexes.
- Resolution electing Eddie LeBlanc as Chairman and Veronica Allison as Vice‑Chairman
- Resolution granting rezoning of 925 Prater Road from residential to mixed residential for townhomes or duplexes
- Meeting held at City Council Chambers, 501 Willow Avenue
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✓ Decided: Commission elects new Chairman and Vice‑Chairman; rezoning request denied
The Land Use Commission approved the meeting minutes and agenda unanimously. It elected Eddie LeBlanc as Chairman and Veronica Allison as Vice‑Chairman, with all five members voting yea. The commission rejected a rezoning request for 925 Prater Road to mixed residential, with all five members voting nay. No further business was taken.
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Elected Eddie LeBlanc as Chairman (5-0)
- Elected Veronica Allison as Vice‑Chairman (5-0)
- Denied rezoning of 925 Prater Road to mixed residential (0-5)
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AGENDA
LAND USE COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR LAND USE COMMISSION,
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED
AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Resolution electing a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the Land Use
Commission.
2. Resolution granting a rezone to Latin and Rosalind Berry, 925 Prater Road,
from residential to mixed residential to allow for townhomes or duplexes.
3. Public Comment
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Land Use decision, the City Council will meet
on all these issues at their next City Council meeting. If you are still not satisfied with their
decision you can appeal it to 14th Judicial District Court.
***The next regular Land Use Commission meeting will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026, at
5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, La.
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute (R.S. 42:14, persons with an ADA recognized
disability who needs accommodations to participate in this meeting must submit a request online
at www.sulphur.org via “ADA to address Council” form
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May 18, 2026
The Land Use Commission of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Street, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 18th day of
May 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members present:
LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
The Chairman called the meeting to order, and roll called with the above results. Motion was
made by Mr. Brazzell seconded by Mr. Darby that the minutes from the previous meeting stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mr. Brazzell that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
The first item on the agenda is a resolution electing a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the Land
Use Commission. Motion was made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mr. Brazzell that the following resolution
be adopted to-wit:
RESOLUTION
Resolution electing a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the Land Use Commission
of the City of Sulphur.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Land Use Commission of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, that they
do hereby elect Eddie LeBlanc as Chairman and Veronica Allison as Vice-Chairman for the Land Use
Commission of the City of Sulphur.
A vote was then called with t
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Mon May 18, 2026
Board of Zoning Adjustment
Board of Zoning Adjustment to consider residential variances
The Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to elect its leadership and review two variance requests. The board is deciding whether to allow residential structures to be placed outside of standard setback and location requirements.
- Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the Board of Zoning Adjustment
- Variance request for Timothy Garcia at 806 Roberta Drive to place a playhouse in the front yard
- Variance request for Debra Lopez at 3812 Maplewood Drive to place a carport cover 5 feet from the front property line instead of 30 feet
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✓ Decided: Board elects new Chairman and Vice‑Chairman, denies two variance requests
The Board of Zoning Adjustment elected Eddie LeBlanc as Chairman and Veronica Allison as Vice‑Chairman. Two variance applications were considered: one for a front‑yard playhouse at 806 Roberta Drive and another for a front‑setback carport at 3812 Maplewood Drive. Both variance requests were denied.
- Elected Eddie LeBlanc as Chairman and Veronica Allison as Vice‑Chairman (5 yeas, 0 nays)
- Denied variance for Timothy Garcia playhouse front yard (0 yeas, 5 nays)
- Denied variance for Debra Lopez carport front setback (0 yeas, 5 nays)
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AGENDA
BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR BOARD OF
ZONING ADJUSTMENT AND LAND USE COMMISSION, MONDAY, MAY 18,
2026, AT 5:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 501
WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Resolution electing a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the Board of Zoning
Adjustment.
2. Resolution granting a variance to Timothy Garcia, 806 Roberta Drive, to
allow for a playhouse to be in the front yard of home rather than the required
side or backyard.
3. Resolution granting a variance to Debra Lopez, 3812 Maplewood Drive, to
allow for a carport cover to be located 5 feet from the front property line
rather than the required 30 feet.
4. Public Comment
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Board of Zoning Adjustment decision,
you can appeal it to 14th Judicial District Court within thirty (30) days of the Board
Zoning Adjustment decision.
***The next regular Board of Zoning Adjustment meeting will be held on Monday, June
15, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur,
La.
In accordance with Louisiana Revised St
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May 18, 2026
The Board of Zoning Adjustment of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 18th day
of May, 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members
present:
LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results, prayer and pledge
was led by Mr. Darby.
Motion was made by Mrs. Allison seconded by Mr. Darby that the minutes of the previous meeting
stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mrs. Allison that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
At this time Mr. LeBlanc presented Mr. Brazzell with a plaque and thanked him for his dedication
and time of service for serving as Chairman for 2025 -2026. Mr. Darby stated that he’s served with Mr.
Brazzell for the last 8 years and even though th ey didn’t always see eye to eye it was an honor to serve
with him. Some decisions on this board are very hard , but they’ve always thought things through and
made the best decision for the city.
The first item on the agenda is a resolution electing a Chairman and Vice-Chairma
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Wed May 13, 2026
Civil Service Board
Board will hold a public hearing to review and approve seniority rosters
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet on May 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City of Sulphur Council Chambers. The board will consider approval of minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting. It will hold a public hearing to review and approve the fire and police department seniority rosters. The board will also review fire and police personnel action forms for approval.
- Approval of minutes from the regular meeting held on March 18, 2026
- Public hearing to review and approve fire and police department seniority rosters
- Review for approval of fire personnel action forms
- Review for approval of police personnel action forms
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Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police
Civil Service Board
PO Box 1309, Sulphur, LA 70664 Thomas Bourgeois, Chairman
M: 337.888.5352 ♦ F: 337.533.9318 ♦
[email protected] ♦ www.sulphur.org
DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE SULPHUR MUNICIPAL FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
AGENDA
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet in REGULAR MEETING on Wednesday,
May 13, 2026. The meeting will be held at 5:30 P.M. in the CITY OF SULPHUR COUNCIL CHAMBERS, located
at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA 70663.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. REQUEST FOR ITEMS TO BE ADDED TO THE AGENDA
If a matter is brought up at the meeting, a VOTE of the members is to be taken to determine if the item will be
heard. It must be a UNANIMOUS decision to add an item to the agenda.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM REGULAR MEETING HELD ON MARCH 18, 2026
4. OLD BUSINESS
A. PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW AND APPROVE THE FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENT SENIORIT Y ROSTERS
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL FIRE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
B. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL POLICE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
6. ADJOURNMENT
Mon May 11, 2026
City Council
City Council to vote on rezoning property for Nayah, LLC to commercial use
The Sulphur City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a rezoning of a property at the southeast on‑ramp onto I‑10 off Hwy 1256 from residential to commercial for Nayah, LLC. The council will also consider an amendment to the General Fund budget to reflect higher sales‑tax revenue, changes to garbage collection fees, new water rates for 2027‑2030, and various condemnation actions for specific addresses.
- Rule to show cause for condemning buildings at 419 Breaux Lane, 319 Landry Street, 888 East Lyons Street, 105 Self Street, 156 South Post Oak Road, 1503 Melanie Drive, and 639 North Claiborne Street.
- Public hearing on ordinance granting a rezoning to Nayah, LLC (property at southeast on‑ramp onto I‑10 off Hwy 1256).
- Public hearing on ordinance amending the General Fund budget to reflect increased sales‑tax revenue (revised sales‑tax revenue $20,539,391).
- Public hearing on ordinance setting new garbage/trash collection fees for the City of Sulphur.
- Introduction of ordinance setting water rates for fiscal years 2027‑2028, 2028‑2029, and 2029‑2030.
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT
501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. RESOLUTION electing a Chairman/Vice-Chairman for Sulphur City Council.
RES11-26 (Joy Abshire)
2. RULE TO SHOW CAUSE for the condition of the following addresses:
a. To condemn building or structure located at 419 Breaux Lane, in accordance with
Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
b. To condemn building or structure located at 319 Landry Street, in accordance
with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Nick Nezat)
c. To condemn building or structure located at 888 East Lyons Street, in accordance
with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
d. To condemn building or structure located at 105 Self Street, in accordance with
Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Mandy Thomas)
e. To condemn building or structure located at 156 South Post Oak Road, in
accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Joy Abshire)
f. To condemn building or structure located at 1503 Melanie Drive, in a
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Mon May 11, 2026
City Council
Sulphur City Council to consider 2026-2027 annual budget
The City Council will hold public hearings on the annual budget for the next fiscal year and updates to the current General Fund budget. The body will also consider several property condemnations and a commercial rezoning request.
- Public hearing on the annual budget of revenues and expenditures for July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027
- Public hearing on garbage/trash collection fees
- Proposed rezoning from Residential to Commercial for Nayah, LLC at the southeast on ramp onto I-10 off Hwy. 1256
- Rule to show cause to condemn buildings at 419 Breaux Lane, 319 Landry Street, 888 East Lyons Street, 105 Self Street, 156 South Post Oak Road, 1503 Melanie Drive, and 639 North Claiborne Street
- Introduction of ordinance setting water rates for 2027-2030
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✓ Decided: City Council re‑zoned a property for a hotel and approved budget increase
The council elected a new chairman and vice‑chairman, condemned six condemned‑eligible properties, approved a rezoning for Nayah, LLC with specific stipulations, increased the General Fund budget by $4,649,494, and authorized the mayor to sign a cooperative agreement with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury. All actions passed unanimously.
- Elected Mandy Thomas as Chairman and Dru Ellender as Vice‑Chairman (unanimous)
- Condemned property at 319 Landry Street with a 3‑month extension (unanimous)
- Condemned properties at 888 East Lyons Street, 156 South Post Oak Road, 1503 Melanie Drive, and 639 North Claiborne Street (unanimous)
- Adopted rezoning of Nayah, LLC property from Residential to Commercial for a hotel, with amended window stipulation (unanimous)
- Amended General Fund budget, increasing sales‑tax revenue allocation from $1,710,103 to $4,649,494 (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to sign Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Calcasieu Parish Police Jury (unanimous)
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT
501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. RESOLUTION electing a Chairman/Vice-Chairman for Sulphur City Council.
RES11-26 (Joy Abshire)
2. RULE TO SHOW CAUSE for the condition of the following addresses:
a. To condemn building or structure located at 419 Breaux Lane, in accordance with
Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
b. To condemn building or structure located at 319 Landry Street, in accordance
with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Nick Nezat)
c. To condemn building or structure located at 888 East Lyons Street, in accordance
with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
d. To condemn building or structure located at 105 Self Street, in accordance with
Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Mandy Thomas)
e. To condemn building or structure located at 156 South Post Oak Road, in
accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Joy Abshire)
f. To condemn building or structure located at 1503 Melanie Drive, in a
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May 11, 2026
The City Council of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its temporary location
located at 501 Willow Avenue in the Council Chambers, Sulphur, Louisiana, on May 11, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.,
after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members present:
DRU ELLENDER, Council Representative of District 1
MELINDA HARDY, Council Representative of District 3
JOY ABSHIRE, Council Representative of District 4
MANDY THOMAS, Council Representative of District 5
ABSENT - NICK NEZAT, Council Representative of District 2
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above result, prayer and pledge was led
by Mrs. Ellender.
The Chairman then asked if there were any changes to the minutes of the previous meeting. With no
changes made, motion was made by Mrs. Ellender seconded by Mrs. Thomas that the minutes stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Hardy seconded by Mrs. Thomas that item 2 A be removed from the
agenda:
To condemn building or structure located at 419 Breaux Lane, in accordance with Article IX,
Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Hardy seconded by Mrs. Thomas that item # 2D be removed from the
agenda:
To condemn building or structure located at 105 Self Street, in accordance with Article IX,
Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
Motion
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
Board of Zoning Adjustment
✓ Decided: Board grants variance for taller accessory structure at 1130 Loretto Ave
The Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a variance allowing Clark Benton to build an accessory structure 2 ft 1 in taller than his primary house at 1130 Loretto Avenue. All present members voted in favor; no members voted against. The resolution was adopted unanimously.
- Approved variance for accessory structure height increase (13'5" vs 11'4") – unanimous yea vote
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AGENDA
BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT
MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR BOARD OF ZONING
ADJUSTMENT AND LAND USE COMMISSION, MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026, AT 5:30
P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE,
SULPHUR, LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Resolution granting a Variance to Clark Benton, 1130 Loretto Avenue, to allow
for accessory structure to be taller than the primary structure.
2. Public Comment
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Board of Zoning Adjustment decision, you
can appeal it to 14th Judicial District Court within thirty (30) days of the Board Zoning
Adjustment decision.
***The next regular Board of Zoning Adjustment meeting will be held on Monday, May 18,
2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, La.
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute (R.S. 42:14, persons with an ADA recognized
disability who needs accommodations to participate in this meeting must submit a request
online at www.sulphur.org via “ADA to address Council” form or contact the City Clerk by
phone at 337-527-4571 before 8:00 a.m. of the designated day of the meeting.
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April 20, 2026
The Board of Zoning Adjustment of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 20th day
of April, 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members
present:
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
ABSENT – LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results, prayer and pledge
was led by Mr. Darby.
Motion was made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mr. LeBlanc that the minutes of the previous meeting
stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Allison seconded by Mr. Darby that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
The only item on the agenda is a resolution granting a variance to Clark Benton, 1130 Loretto
Avenue, to allow for accessory structure to be taller than the primary structure. Mr. Benton stated that he
wants to build a man-cave theater. The tree has been removed from the back y ard. Mr. Brazzell asked
why he wants the man cave taller than his home. M r. Benton stated that his home is short and shallow.
Mr. Abrahams, Zoning Administrator, stated that the height of his home is 11’ 4” and the height of the
pro
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
Land Use Commission
Land Use Commission considers exception for mobile homes at 1100 Lori Lane
The Land Use Commission is meeting to consider a resolution regarding a property in a business district. The body will discuss granting an exception to allow mobile homes on the site.
- Resolution to grant Flamingo Investments, LLC, 1100 Lori Lane, an exception to allow mobile homes in a business district
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✓ Decided: Land Use Commission denies exception for mobile homes at 1100 Lori Lane
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting and the agenda. It then voted on a resolution to grant Flamingo Investments an exception to allow mobile homes in a business district at 1100 Lori Lane. The resolution failed with four Nays and no Yeas. A public hearing for the exception is scheduled for June 8, 2026.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
- Denied exception for Flamingo Investments at 1100 Lori Lane (0 Yeas, 4 Nays)
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AGENDA
LAND USE COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR LAND USE COMMISSION,
MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
LOCATED AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Resolution granting an Exception to Flamingo Investments, LLC, 1100 Lori
Lane, to allow for living in a business district for mobile homes.
2. Public Comment
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Land Use decision, the City Council will meet
on all these issues at their next City Council meeting. If you are still not satisfied with their
decision you can appeal it to 14th Judicial District Court.
***The next regular Land Use Commission meeting will be held on Monday, May 18, 2026, at
5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, La.
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute (R.S. 42:14, persons with an ADA recognized
disability who needs accommodations to participate in this meeting must submit a request online
at www.sulphur.org via “ADA to address Council” form or contact the City Clerk by phone at
337-527-4571 before 8:00 a.m. of the designated da
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April 20, 2026
The Land Use Commission of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Street, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 20th day of
April 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members present:
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
ABSENT – LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
The Chairman called the meeting to order , and roll called with the above results. Motion was
made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mr. LeBlanc that the minutes from the previous meeting stand as
written. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mrs. Allison that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
The only item on the agenda is a resolution granting an Exception to Flamingo Investments, LLC,
1100 Lori Lane, to allow for living in a business district for mobile homes. Tim Vaughn, owner, stated
that this was a mobile home park prior to hurricane Laura. He owns the property on the north and south
side of Lori Lane. Mr. LeBlanc asked Mr. Vaughn if he plans on placing stipulations on his property. Mr.
Vaughn stated, no. Mr. Darby stat ed that an Exception is needed since more than 50% of the mobile
homes were destroyed by the hurricane. Austin Abrahams, Zo
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
City Council
City Council adopts 2026-27 budget, updates fees, condemns properties, signs agreements
The Sulphur City Council will adopt the annual general fund budget for fiscal year July 1 2026 to June 30 2027. It will also amend the current fiscal year’s budget to reflect higher sales‑tax revenue, set new garbage collection fees, and consider condemnation orders for six specific properties. Additionally, the council will vote on two cooperative‑endeavor agreements—one for a summer feeding program and another to fund compensation for city court clerks and deputy clerks.
- Condemnation orders (Rule to Show Cause) for six properties: 419 Breaux Lane; 202 Edgar Street; 879 West Verdine Street; 657 Live Oak Street; 810 North Claiborne Street #22 & #13; 713 Cass Street.
- Ordinance amending the General Fund budget to increase sales‑tax revenue from $17,600,000 to $20,539,391 for FY 2025‑26.
- Ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to sign a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for a Summer Feeding Program.
- Ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to sign a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement among the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, Sulphur City Court, and the City of Sulphur to fund compensation for City Court clerks and deputy clerks.
- Ordinance establishing new garbage/trash collection fees for the City of Sulphur.
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT
501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. PROCLAMATION to Hannah Thibodeaux, winner of the storm drain marker drawing
contest for year 2026-2027. I03-26 (Mayor Danahay)
2. RULE TO SHOW CAUSE for the condition of the following addresses:
a. To condemn building or structure located at 419 Breaux Lane, in accordance with
Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
b. To condemn building or structure (shed) located at 202 Edgar Street, in
accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Dru Ellender)
c. To condemn building or structure (single mobile home) located at 879 West
Verdine Street, in accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the
Code of Ordinances. (Dru Ellender)
d. To condemn building or structure (garage in rear) located at 657 Live Oak Street,
in accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Dru Ellender)
e. To condemn building or structure (2 mobile homes) located at 810 North
Claiborne Street #22 & #13, in accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through
5-
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
City Council
City Council to adopt 2026-27 budget and set garbage fees
The Sulphur City Council will consider several Rule to Show Cause actions to condemn properties at specific addresses. Council members will introduce ordinances to amend the General Fund budget, authorize cooperative agreements with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, and set new garbage and trash collection fees. An ordinance to adopt the annual budget for fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 will also be voted on.
- Rule to Show Cause to condemn building at 419 Breaux Lane
- Rule to Show Cause to condemn shed at 202 Edgar Street
- Rule to Show Cause to condemn single mobile home at 879 West Verdine Street
- Rule to Show Cause to condemn garage at 657 Live Oak Street
- Ordinance setting new garbage/trash collection fees (ORD21-26)
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✓ Decided: Council condemned five properties and postponed one condemnation
The council removed the agenda item to condemn a garage at 657 Live Oak Street and unanimously approved the removal. It re‑appointed Melinda Hardy to the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Human Services Advisory Board with a term ending May 2030. The council condemned buildings at 202 Edgar Street, 879 West Verdine Street, 810 North Claiborne Street #22 & #13, and 713 Cass Street, and postponed condemnation of 419 Breaux Lane until the owner submits a plan. Several ordinances were introduced, filed for public inspection, and authorized for public notice, each with a unanimous motion.
- Removed agenda item to condemn 657 Live Oak Street garage (unanimous)
- Re‑appointed Melinda Hardy to advisory board, term to May 2030 (unanimous yeas)
- Condemned shed at 202 Edgar Street (unanimous)
- Condemned single mobile home at 879 West Verdine Street (unanimous)
- Condemned two mobile homes at 810 North Claiborne Street #22 & #13 (unanimous)
- Condemned shed at 713 Cass Street (unanimous)
- Postponed condemnation of 419 Breaux Lane pending owner plan (unanimous)
- Introduced ordinance to amend General Fund budget for sales‑tax increase; filed and public notice authorized (unanimous)
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT
501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. PROCLAMATION to Hannah Thibodeaux, winner of the storm drain marker drawing
contest for year 2026-2027. I03-26 (Mayor Danahay)
2. RULE TO SHOW CAUSE for the condition of the following addresses:
a. To condemn building or structure located at 419 Breaux Lane, in accordance with
Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
b. To condemn building or structure (shed) located at 202 Edgar Street, in
accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Dru Ellender)
c. To condemn building or structure (single mobile home) located at 879 West
Verdine Street, in accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the
Code of Ordinances. (Dru Ellender)
d. To condemn building or structure (garage in rear) located at 657 Live Oak Street,
in accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of
Ordinances. (Dru Ellender)
e. To condemn building or structure (2 mobile homes) located at 810 North
Claiborne Street #22 & #13, in accordance with Article IX, Section 5-286 through
5-
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April 13, 2026
The City Council of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its temporary location
located at 501 Willow Avenue in the Council Chambers, Sulphur, Louisiana, on April 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.,
after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members present:
DRU ELLENDER, Council Representative of District 1
NICK NEZAT, Council Representative of District 2
MELINDA HARDY, Council Representative of District 3
JOY ABSHIRE, Council Representative of District 4
MANDY THOMAS, Council Representative of District 5
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above result, prayer and pledge was led
by Mrs. Ellender.
The Chairman then asked if there were any changes to the minutes of the previous meeting. With no
changes made, motion was made by Mrs. Hardy seconded by Mr. Nezat that the minutes stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Hardy seconded by Mrs. Thomas that item #8 be moved up to item #1A.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by M rs. Ellender seconded by M rs. Thomas that item #2D be removed from the
agenda:
To condemn building or structure (garage in rear) located at 657 Live Oak Street, in accordance
with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Hardy seconded by Mr. Nezat that the agenda stand as amended. Motion
carried unanimously.
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
Civil Service Board
Board to consider public hearing on fire and police seniority rosters
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet on March 18, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City of Sulphur Council Chambers. The board will approve minutes from the special meeting held on February 11, 2026, review exam scores and eligibility for several promotional fire and police positions, and consider fire and police personnel action forms. It will also consider a request to call a public hearing to review and approve the fire and police department seniority rosters.
- Approval of minutes from the special meeting held on February 11, 2026
- Review for approval of exam scores and eligibility for promotional fire chief, fire captain, police captain, and police sergeant
- Review for approval of applications for promotional firefighter first class exam
- Review for approval of fire personnel action forms
- Review for approval of police personnel action forms and request for public hearing on seniority rosters
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Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police
Civil Service Board
PO Box 1309, Sulphur, LA 70664 Thomas Bourgeois, Chairman
M: 337.888.5352 ♦ F: 337.533.9318 ♦
[email protected] ♦ www.sulphur.org
DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE SULPHUR MUNICIPAL FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
AGENDA
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet in REGULAR MEETING on Wednesday,
March 18, 2026 . The meeting will be held at 5:30 P.M. in the CITY OF SULPHUR COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA 70663.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. REQUEST FOR ITEMS TO BE ADDED TO THE AGENDA
If a matter is brought up at the meeting, a VOTE of the members is to be taken to determine if the item will be
heard. It must be a UNANIMOUS decision to add an item to the agenda.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON FEBRUARY 11, 2026
4. OLD BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL EXAM SCORES AND ADD NAMES TO THE ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR: (IF AVAILABLE)
1. PROMOTIONAL DISTRICT FIRE CHIEF
2. PROMOTIONAL FIRE CAPTAIN
3. PROMOTIONAL POLICE CAPTAIN
4. PROMOTIONAL POLICE SERGEANT
B. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FOR PROMOTIONAL FIREFIGHTER FIRST CLASS EXAM
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL FIRE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
B. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL POLICE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
C. REQUEST TO CALL FOR PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW AND APPROVE THE FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENT
SENIORITY
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
Board of Zoning Adjustment
Board will vote on two zoning exceptions for non‑conforming properties
The Sulphur Board of Zoning Adjustment will consider two resolutions requesting special exceptions for non‑conforming lots. One resolution would allow Shannon Carroll/Venture Rentals, Inc. to add a 10‑by‑12‑foot storage building on the lot at 1103 East Burton Street, Lot #8. The other resolution would permit Flamingo Investment, LLC to place mobile homes on the lot at 1100 Lori Lane. The meeting also includes a public comment period before adjourning.
- Resolution granting an exception to Shannon Carroll/Venture Rentals, Inc. to add a 10’ x 12’ storage building on non‑conforming lot at 1103 East Burton Street, Lot #8
- Resolution granting an exception to Flamingo Investment, LLC to allow mobile homes on non‑conforming lot at 1100 Lori Lane
- Public comment period
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✓ Decided: Board grants exception for 10'x12' storage building at 1103 East Burton St
The Board of Zoning Adjustment adopted a resolution granting Shannon Carroll/Venture Rentals, Inc. an exception to add a 10' x 12' storage building on a non‑conforming lot at 1103 East Burton Street, Lot #8. The motion passed with four yeas and no nays; one member was absent. The resolution requires permits and recordation within ten days of the effective date.
- Granted exception to add 10' x 12' storage building at 1103 East Burton St, Lot #8 (4‑0)
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AGENDA
BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR BOARD OF ZONING
ADJUSTMENT AND LAND USE COMMISSION, MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026, AT
5:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 501 WILLOW
AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Resolution granting an Exception to Shannon Carroll/Venture Rentals, Inc. to add
a storage building on a non-conforming lot for property located at 1103 East
Burton Street Lot #8.
2. Resolution granting an Exception to Flamingo Investment, LLC, to allow for
mobile homes on a non-conforming lot for property located at 1100 Lori Lane.
3. Public Comment
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Board of Zoning Adjustment decision, you
can appeal it to 14th Judicial District Court within thirty (30) days of the Board Zoning
Adjustment decision.
***The next regular Board of Zoning Adjustment meeting will be held on Monday, April 20,
2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, La.
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute (R.S. 42:14, persons with an ADA recognized
disability who needs accommodations to participate in this
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March 16, 2026
The Board of Zoning Adjustment of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 16th day
of March, 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members
present:
LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
ABSENT - VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results, prayer and pledge
was led by Mr. Darby.
Motion was made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mrs. Carroll that the minutes of the previous meeting
stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mr. LeBlanc that item #2 be removed from the
agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mrs. Carroll that the agenda stand as amended.
Motion carried unanimously.
The first item on the agenda is a resolution granting an exception to Shannon Carroll/Venture
Rentals, Inc. to add a storage building on a non-conforming lot for property located at 1103 East Burton
Street Lot #8. Mr. Carroll addressed the Commission and stated that it’ll be a brand new 10x12 storage
building and it’ll meet all setbacks. There was then discussion on what makes the
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
City Council
Council to consider rezoning property north of Fairfield to commercial use
The Sulphur City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including disposal and sale of surplus property at 802 South Ruth Street, a rezoning of land north of Fairfield from residential to commercial for Nayah, LLC, and annexation of 2010 Patton Street. The meeting also includes a special exception request for rebuilding a home at 1020 Sunset Street after Hurricane Laura, and resolutions on fire station completion and broadcast support.
- Public hearing on ordinance to dispose of surplus movable and immovable property at 802 South Ruth Street
- Public hearing on ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to execute a Buy/Sell Agreement for the sale of 802 South Ruth Street
- Public hearing on rezoning property north of Fairfield (southeast on‑ramp onto I‑10 off Hwy 1256) from residential to commercial for Nayah, LLC
- Resolution and public hearing on annexation of property at 2010 Patton Street (Willis Ford South Properties, LLC)
- Public hearing on special exception for rebuilding at 1020 Sunset Street after Hurricane Laura
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✓ Decided: City Council approved sale of 802 South Ruth Street property for $91,000
The council adopted Ordinance No. 2013 declaring the house and land at 802 South Ruth Street surplus and authorizing its sale for a minimum of $91,000. It also adopted Ordinance No. 2014 authorizing Mayor Mike Danahay to execute a Buy/Sell Agreement for the same property at that price. A rezoning request for a site on the I‑10 ramp was deferred to the May 11 meeting. A resolution to accept an annexation petition for 2010 Patton Street was presented, but the vote result is not recorded in the minutes.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2013 surplus property disposal, $91,000 sale (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2014 authorizing Mayor to execute Buy/Sell Agreement, $91,000 price (5-0)
- Deferred rezoning of I‑10 ramp property to May 11 meeting (5-0)
- Resolution No. 3687 to accept annexation petition for 2010 Patton Street presented; vote outcome not recorded
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT
501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. WOMEN IN HISTORY MONTH PROCLAMATIONS presented to:
I02-26 (Melinda Hardy)
Dr. Katherine Clophus, Sulphur High School Principal
Jackie Green, Calcasieu Council on Aging Executive Director
Carla Sigler, Attorney
2. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance declaring certain surplus movable and immovable
property of the City of Sulphur and providing for the disposal thereof (house and property
located at 802 South Ruth Street). ORD12-26 (Mayor Danahay)
3. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to execute a Buy/Sell
Agreement between the City of Sulphur and Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest Inc.
and authorize the sale of property located at 802 South Ruth Street.
ORD13-26 (Mayor Danahay)
4. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance granting a rezone to Nayah, LLC, from Residential to
Commercial to allow for future development not known at this time, for property located at
southeast on ramp onto I-10 off Hwy. 1256 (property north of Fairfield).
ORD14-26 (Nick Nezat)
5. RESOLUTION accepting petition for annexation from Michael Paul Willis (Willis Ford
South Proper
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March 9, 2026
The City Council of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its temporary location
located at 501 Willow Avenue in the Council Chambers, Sulphur, Louisiana, on March 9, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.,
after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members present:
DRU ELLENDER, Council Representative of District 1
NICK NEZAT, Council Representative of District 2
MELINDA HARDY, Council Representative of District 3
JOY ABSHIRE, Council Representative of District 4
MANDY THOMAS, Council Representative of District 5
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above result, prayer and pledge was led
by Mrs. Hardy.
The Chairman then asked if there were any changes to the minutes of the previous meeting. With no
changes made, motion was made by Mrs. Thomas seconded by Mr. Nezat that the minutes stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Thomas seconded by Mr. Nezat that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
The first item on the agenda is Women in History month proclamations presented to Dr. Katherine
Clophus, Sulphur High School Principal; Jackie Green, Calcasieu Council on Aging Executive Director; and
Carla Sigler, Attorney. After Mrs. Hardy read all three proclamations the women received a standing ovation, and
pictures were taken with Mayor Danahay and Mrs. Hardy.
The next item on the agenda is a public hearing on ordinance declarin
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on selling 802 South Ruth Street property for $91,000
The Sulphur City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including declaring surplus property at 802 South Ruth Street and authorizing its sale to Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest Inc. for $91,000. Other items include a rezoning request for a parcel north of Fairfield, an annexation petition and boundary enlargement for 2010 Patton Street, and a special exception to rebuild a home at 1020 Sunset Street after Hurricane Laura.
- Ordinance to declare surplus movable and immovable property at 802 South Ruth Street and sell it for a minimum appraised value of $91,000
- Ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to execute a Buy/Sell Agreement with Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest Inc. for the same property at $91,000
- Ordinance granting Nayah, LLC a rezoning from Residential to Commercial for land north of Fairfield on the I‑10 off‑ramp
- Resolution accepting annexation petition and boundary enlargement for 2010 Patton Street (Willis Ford South Properties, LLC)
- Special Exception ordinance for Johnny Thomas to rebuild a home at 1020 Sunset Street on a non‑conforming lot
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT
501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. WOMEN IN HISTORY MONTH PROCLAMATIONS presented to:
I02-26 (Melinda Hardy)
Dr. Katherine Clophus, Sulphur High School Principal
Jackie Green, Calcasieu Council on Aging Executive Director
Carla Sigler, Attorney
2. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance declaring certain surplus movable and immovable
property of the City of Sulphur and providing for the disposal thereof (house and property
located at 802 South Ruth Street). ORD12-26 (Mayor Danahay)
3. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to execute a Buy/Sell
Agreement between the City of Sulphur and Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest Inc.
and authorize the sale of property located at 802 South Ruth Street.
ORD13-26 (Mayor Danahay)
4. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance granting a rezone to Nayah, LLC, from Residential to
Commercial to allow for future development not known at this time, for property located at
southeast on ramp onto I-10 off Hwy. 1256 (property north of Fairfield).
ORD14-26 (Nick Nezat)
5. RESOLUTION accepting petition for annexation from Michael Paul Willis (Willis Ford
South Proper
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Wed Feb 18, 2026
Land Use Commission
Land Use Commission to rezone Nayah LLC property and consider annexations
The Sulphur Land Use Commission will vote on four resolutions: a rezoning of a property owned by Nayah, LLC from residential to commercial at the southeast on‑ramp onto I‑10 off Hwy 1256; acceptance of an annexation petition for 2010 Patton Street submitted by Michael Paul Willis of Willis Ford South Properties, LLC; a resolution to enlarge the city boundaries to include that same Patton Street parcel; and a special exception for Johnny Thomas to rebuild a home at 1020 Sunset Street on a non‑conforming lot. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.
- Resolution rezoning Nayah, LLC property (southeast on‑ramp onto I‑10 off Hwy 1256) from Residential to Commercial
- Resolution accepting annexation petition for 2010 Patton Street (Willis Ford South Properties, LLC)
- Resolution enlarging Sulphur city boundaries to include 2010 Patton Street
- Resolution granting a Special Exception to Johnny Thomas at 1020 Sunset Street for home reconstruction
- Public comment period
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✓ Decided: Commission rejects Nayah rezoning and adopts Willis annexation at 2010 Patton
The Land Use Commission voted to deny the rezoning request for Nayah, LLC, keeping the property residential. The commission then approved the annexation petition for Michael Paul Willis (Willis Ford South Properties, LLC) at 2010 Patton Street, designating it Commercial District. No vote was recorded for the subsequent boundary‑enlargement resolution.
- Rezoning Nayah, LLC denied (0 yeas, 4 nays)
- Annexation of 2010 Patton Street approved (4 yeas, 0 nays)
- Boundary‑enlargement resolution – no vote recorded
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AGENDA
LAND USE COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR LAND USE
COMMISSION, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M. IN THE CITY
COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR,
LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Resolution granting a rezone to Nayah, LLC, from Residential to Commercial
to allow for future development not known at this time, for property located at
southeast on ramp onto I-10 off Hwy. 1256 (property north of Fairfield).
2. Resolution accepting petition for annexation from Michael Paul Willis (Willis
Ford South Properties, LLC) for property located at 2010 Patton Street.
3. Resolution enlarging the boundaries of the City of Sulphur for the annexation
for Michael Paul Willis (Willis Ford South Properties, LLC) for property
located at 2010 Patton Street.
4. Resolution granting a Special Exception to Johnny Thomas, 1020 Sunset
Street, to allow for home to be rebuilt, due to Hurricane Laura, on a non-
conforming lot size.
5. Public Comment
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Land Use decision, the City Council will
meet on all these issues at their next City Cou
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February 18, 2026
The Land Use Commission of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Street, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 18th day of
February 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members
present:
LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
ABSENT - VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results, prayer and pledge
was led by Mr. Darby.
Motion was made by Mrs. Carroll seconded by Mr. LeBlanc that the minutes from the previous
meeting stand as written. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mr. LeBlanc seconded by Mrs. Carroll that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
The first item on the agenda is a resolution granting a rezone to Nayah, LLC, from Residential to
Commercial to allow for future development not known at this time, for property located at southeast on
ramp onto I -10 off Hwy. 1256 (property north of Fairfield). Mr. Darby stat ed that he was against this
rezone since no one was at the meeting to answer any questions and not knowing what was going on this
property caused pause. He also didn ’t want the 45 -foot strip of property fronting Allen Street to be
rez
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Wed Feb 11, 2026
Civil Service Board
Civil Service Board to review promotional exam applications and personnel forms
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet to review applications for several promotional exams. The board will also consider personnel action forms for fire and police staff and a request for a promotional firefighter first class exam.
- Promotional exam applications for Assistant Fire Chief
- Promotional exam applications for District Fire Chief
- Promotional exam applications for Police Superintendent of Jail
- Promotional exam applications for Police Sergeant
- Request to call for Promotional Firefighter First Class Exam
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Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police
Civil Service Board
PO Box 1309, Sulphur, LA 70664 Thomas Bourgeois, Chairman
M: 337.888.5352 ♦ F: 337.533.9318 ♦
[email protected] ♦ www.sulphur.org
DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE SULPHUR MUNICIPAL FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
AGENDA
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet in SPECIAL MEETING on Wednesday,
February 11, 2026. The meeting will be held at 5:30 P.M. in the CITY OF SULPHUR COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA 70663.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 21, 2026
3. OLD BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FOR PROMOTIONAL ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF EXAM
B. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FOR PROMOTIONAL DISTRICT FIRE CHIEF EXAM
C. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FOR PROMOTIONAL POLICE SUPERINTENDENT OF JAIL EXAM
D. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FOR PROMOTIONAL POLICE SERGEANT EXAM
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL FIRE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
B. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL POLICE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
C. REQUEST TO CALL FOR PROMOTIONAL FIREFIGHTER FIRST CLASS EXAM
5. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Feb 9, 2026
City Council
Council to approve $178,479 overlay project on Sara Street
The Sulphur City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including amendments to Ordinance 1775 for the Zaveri Subdivision at 2580 and 2600 Ruth Street and to Ordinance 1928 to remove a concrete parking requirement at 2209 Carr Lane. The council will consider a cooperative endeavor agreement with Calcasieu Parish Police Jury to overlay about 4,029 feet of Sara Street, costing $178,479.04. Additional items include donating a Motorola mobile radio valued at $250 to the Town of Evergreen Police Department and selling surplus property at 802 South Ruth Street for a minimum of $91,000.
- Amend Ordinance 1775 to revise right‑of‑way language for 2580 and 2600 Ruth Street (Zaveri Subdivision)
- Amend Ordinance 1928 to remove concrete parking and driveway stipulation for 2209 Carr Lane
- Approve cooperative endeavor agreement to overlay ~4,029 ft of Sara Street, city share $178,479.04
- Donate Motorola mobile radio (≈ $250) to Town of Evergreen Police Department
- Sell surplus property at 802 South Ruth Street for at least $91,000
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED
AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance amending the previously adopted Ordinance No. 1775,
M-C Series, which subdivided lots for Arena Road Hospitality, LLC located at 2580 and
2600 Ruth Street for Zaveri Subdivision to reword paragraph dealing with right of ways and
work commencing prior to obtaining permits. ORD06-26 (Nick Nezat)
2. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance amending previously adopted Ordinance No. 1928, M-C
Series, that granted a rezone to 2209 Carr Lane from Residential to Business to remove
stipulation that states parking and driveway must be concrete. ORD07-25 (Melinda Hardy)
3. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance entering into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for overlaying a portion of Sara Street.
ORD08-26 (Mayor Danahay)
4. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to enter into an Act of
Donation with the Town of Evergreen Police Department for the purpose of donating a
Motorola Mobile Radio. ORD09-26 (Mayor Danahay)
5. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE declaring certain surplus movable and immovable
property of the City of
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
City Council
Ordinance to let Mayor Danahay donate a Motorola radio to Evergreen Police.
The Sulphur City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinance proposals. Items include amendments to Ordinance No. 1775 for the Zaveri Subdivision on Ruth Street, an amendment to Ordinance No. 1928 to rezone 2209 Carr Lane and remove a concrete parking requirement, and a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for an overlay on Sara Street. The council will also consider ordinances to donate a Motorola radio to the Town of Evergreen Police Department, to dispose of surplus property at 802 South Ruth Street, and to sell that property to the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest Inc. Standard procedural items such as call to order and public comment are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1775 for 2580 and 2600 Ruth Street (Zaveri Subdivision) to reword right‑of‑way language
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1928 to rezone 2209 Carr Lane from Residential to Business and remove concrete parking stipulation
- Public hearing on ordinance entering a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for an overlay on Sara Street
- Public hearing on ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to donate a Motorola radio to the Town of Evergreen Police Department
- Introduction of ordinance to sell city property at 802 South Ruth Street to Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest Inc.
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✓ Decided: City Council adopts multiple ordinances, including $178,479 Sara Street agreement
The Sulphur City Council unanimously approved a liquor license for Kings Point VI, amended the subdivision ordinance for Arena Road Hospitality, and removed a concrete‑driveway stipulation for 2209 Carr Lane. It also approved a cooperative endeavor agreement to overlay Sara Street at a cost of $178,479.04 and a donation of a Motorola radio valued at $250. Additionally, ordinances were filed to publicize the surplus property at 802 South Ruth Street and to authorize its sale.
- Approved liquor license for Kings Point VI at 3350 Maplewood Drive (unanimous)
- Adopted amendment to Ordinance No. 1775 for Arena Road Hospitality subdivision (unanimous)
- Adopted amendment removing concrete driveway stipulation for 2209 Carr Lane (unanimous)
- Approved cooperative endeavor agreement for Sara Street overlay costing $178,479.04 (unanimous)
- Approved donation of Motorola Mobile Radio valued at $250 to Town of Evergreen Police (unanimous)
- Filed ordinance introducing surplus property at 802 South Ruth Street for public notice (unanimous)
- Filed ordinance authorizing buy/sell agreement for 802 South Ruth Street (unanimous)
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED
AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance amending the previously adopted Ordinance No. 1775,
M-C Series, which subdivided lots for Arena Road Hospitality, LLC located at 2580 and
2600 Ruth Street for Zaveri Subdivision to reword paragraph dealing with right of ways and
work commencing prior to obtaining permits. ORD06-26 (Nick Nezat)
2. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance amending previously adopted Ordinance No. 1928, M-C
Series, that granted a rezone to 2209 Carr Lane from Residential to Business to remove
stipulation that states parking and driveway must be concrete. ORD07-25 (Melinda Hardy)
3. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance entering into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for overlaying a portion of Sara Street.
ORD08-26 (Mayor Danahay)
4. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to enter into an Act of
Donation with the Town of Evergreen Police Department for the purpose of donating a
Motorola Mobile Radio. ORD09-26 (Mayor Danahay)
5. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE declaring certain surplus movable and immovable
property of the City of
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February 9, 2026
The City Council of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its temporary location
located at 501 Willow Avenue in the Council Chambers, Sulphur, Louisiana, on February 9, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.,
after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members present:
DRU ELLENDER, Council Representative of District 1
NICK NEZAT, Council Representative of District 2
MELINDA HARDY, Council Representative of District 3
JOY ABSHIRE, Council Representative of District 4
MANDY THOMAS, Council Representative of District 5
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above result, prayer and pledge was led
by Mrs. Ellender.
The Chairman then asked if there were any changes to the minutes of the previous meeting. With no
changes made, motion was made by Mrs. Thomas seconded by Mrs. Ellender that the minutes stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Hardy seconded by Mr. Nezat that item 6A be added to the agenda:
6A. Resolution approving liquor license for Kings Point VI, located at 3350 Maplewood
Drive.
There weren’t any comments from the public. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Ellender seconded by Mr. Nezat that the agenda stand as amended.
Motion carried unanimously.
The first item on the agenda is a public hearing on ordinance amending the previously adopted
Ordinance No. 1775, M-C Series, which subdivided lots for Arena R
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Wed Jan 21, 2026
Civil Service Board
Civil Service Board to review personnel actions and exam requests
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will hold a special meeting to review personnel action forms and consider requests for promotional exams for various ranks.
- Review for approval of promotional exam scores and eligibility lists
- Review for approval of promotional exam applications
- Review for approval of personnel action forms
- Request to call for promotional Assistant Fire Chief exam
- Request to call for promotional Police Sergeant exam
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Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police
Civil Service Board
PO Box 1309, Sulphur, LA 70664 Thomas Bourgeois, Chairman
M: 337.888.5352 ♦ F: 337.533.9318 ♦
[email protected] ♦ www.sulphur.org
DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE SULPHUR MUNICIPAL FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
AGENDA
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet in SPECIAL MEETING on Wednesday,
January 21, 2026. The meeting will be held at 5:30 P.M. in the CITY OF SULPHUR COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA 70663.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM REGULAR MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 10, 2025
3. OLD BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL EXAM SCORES AND ADD NAMES TO THE ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR PROMOTIONAL
FIRE ENGINEER (IF AVAILABLE)
B. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FOR PROMOTIONAL FIRE CAPTAIN EXAM
C. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FOR PROMOTIONAL POLICE CAPTAIN EXAM
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL FIRE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
B. REVIEW FOR APPROVAL POLICE PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS
C. REQUEST TO CALL FOR PROMOTIONAL ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF EXAM
D. REQUEST TO CALL FOR PROMOTIONAL DISTRICT FIRE CHIEF EXAM
E. REQUEST TO CALL FOR PROMOTIONAL POLICE SUPERINTENDENT OF JAIL EXAM
F. REQUEST TO CALL FOR PROMOTIONAL POLICE SERGEANT EXAM
5. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jan 20, 2026
Land Use Commission
Land Use Commission to discuss zoning revisions and amend subdivision rules
The Sulphur Land Use Commission will meet to adopt resolutions amending subdivision rules for the Zaveri Subdivision and removing concrete requirements for a business rezone at 2209 Carr Lane. The body will also discuss a comprehensive zoning ordinance revision and establish public comment rules.
- Amending subdivision rules for Zaveri Subdivision at 2580 and 2600 Ruth Street
- Removing concrete requirement for parking/driveway at 2209 Carr Lane
- Establishing public comment rules for agenda items
- Presentation on Sulphur Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Revision Project
- Meeting moved to 501 Willow Avenue
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✓ Decided: Commission adopts public comment rules and amends two zoning resolutions
The Land Use Commission unanimously approved the minutes and agenda from the previous meeting. It adopted a resolution establishing a three‑minute limit for public comments, with extensions by majority vote. The commission also amended the subdivision resolution for Arena Road Hospitality at 2580‑2600 Ruth Street, revising language on rights of way and permit requirements. Finally, it removed the concrete‑driveway stipulation from the 2024 rezoning of 2209 Carr Lane.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Adopted 3‑minute public comment rule, extendable by majority vote (unanimous)
- Amended Arena Road Hospitality subdivision resolution to revise right‑of‑way and permit language (unanimous)
- Removed concrete‑driveway stipulation from 2209 Carr Lane rezoning (unanimous)
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NOTICE…..The Land Use meetings will temporarily be held at 501 Willow Avenue.
AGENDA
LAND USE COMMISSION MEETING
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR LAND USE
COMMISSION, TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M. IN THE CITY
COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR,
LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Presentation on Sulphur Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Revision Project.
2. Resolution establishing rules on comments by the Commission and public on
agenda items.
3. Resolution amending the previously adopted Resolution which subdivided lots for
Arena Road Hospitality, LLC located at 2580 and 2600 Ruth Street for Zaveri
Subdivision to reword paragraph dealing with right of ways and work
commencing prior to obtaining permits.
4. Resolution amending previously adopted Resolution on August 19, 2024, that
granted a rezone to 2209 Carr Lane from Residential to Business to remove
stipulation that states parking and driveway must be concrete.
PUBLIC COMMENT - 3 MINUTES PER SPEAKER - ONLY SPEAK 1 TIME PER ITEM.
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Land Use decision, the City Council will
meet on all these issues at their next City Council meeting. If you are still not satisfied
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January 20, 2026
The Land Use Commission of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Street, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 20th day of
January 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members
present:
LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results, motion was made
by Mr. Darby seconded by Mrs. Allison that the minutes from the previous meeting stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mr. Darby seconded by Mrs. Allison that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
The first item on the agenda is a presentation on Sulphur Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
Revision Project. Steve Villavaso, Fred Neal and Ellis Combes, with Villavaso and Associates, gave a
brief presentation on the new Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for the city. (See attached powerpoint
presentation). Mr. Villavaso stated that there will be several work sessions for the Board, Council and
public coming up in the next few months. They’ll soon present a final draft to Administration, have work
sessions then present to the Land Use Commission and Council for public
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Board of Zoning Adjustment
Board of Zoning Adjustment to vote on public comment rules
The Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to consider a resolution establishing rules for public and board comments on agenda items. This includes a three-minute limit for individual public speakers and requirements for Request to Appear forms.
- Resolution establishing rules on comments by the Commission and public on agenda items
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✓ Decided: Board adopts new public‑comment rules with a 3‑minute limit
The Sulphur Board of Zoning Adjustment adopted a resolution establishing a three‑minute limit for individual public comments on agenda items. The board changed the vote requirement to extend comment time from a two‑thirds majority to a simple majority. The resolution also requires a separate Request to Appear form for each agenda item and sets a maximum of 12 minutes plus a 5‑minute rebuttal for group‑appointed speakers. The adoption was unanimous (5‑0).
- Adopted resolution establishing a three‑minute public‑comment rule (5 yeas, 0 nays)
- Amended extension vote requirement from two‑thirds to majority (5 yeas, 0 nays)
- Required a separate Request to Appear form for each agenda item (5 yeas, 0 nays)
- Limited group‑appointed speaker time to 12 minutes plus 5‑minute rebuttal (5 yeas, 0 nays)
- Authorized City Attorney to time public comments; Chairman to assign timekeeper if absent (5 yeas, 0 nays)
- Stated the new comment rules apply to all meetings of the Board (5 yeas, 0 nays)
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NOTICE…..The BZA meetings will temporarily be held at 501 Willow Avenue.
AGENDA
BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR BOARD OF
ZONING ADJUSTMENT AND LAND USE COMMISSION, TUESDAY, JANUARY
20, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 501
WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (S)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Resolution establishing rules on comments by the Commission and public on
agenda items.
PUBLIC COMMENT - 3 MINUTES PER SPEAKER - ONLY SPEAK 1 TIME PER
ITEM.
This ends the public comment section of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Board of Zoning Adjustment decision,
you can appeal it to 14th Judicial District Court within thirty (30) days of the Board
Zoning Adjustment decision.
***The next regular Board of Zoning Adjustment meeting will be held on Wednesday,
February 18, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 501 Willow Avenue,
Sulphur, La.
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute (R.S. 42:14, persons with an ADA
recognized disability who needs accommodations to participate in this meeting must
submit a request online at www.sulphur.org via “ADA to address Council” form or
contact the City Clerk by phone at 337-527-4571 before 8:00 a.m. of the designated day
of t
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January 20, 2026
The Board of Zoning Adjustment of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its
temporary meeting place located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA, held at 5:30 p.m., on the 20th day
of January, 2026, after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members
present:
LENORE CARROLL, Land Use Commission District 1
TROY DARBY, Land Use Commission District 2
VERONICA ALLISON, Land Use Commission District 3
EDDIE LEBLANC, Land Use Commission District 4
JONATHAN BRAZZELL, Land Use Commission of District 5
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results, prayer and pledge
was led by Mr. Darby.
Motion was mad e by Mrs. Car roll seconde d by Mrs. Allison that the minutes of the previous
meeting stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Carroll seconded by Mrs. Allison that the agenda stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
The first item on the agenda is a resolution establishing rules on comments by the Commission
and public on agenda items. Mr. Darby stated that people should be able to come to the microphone and
say what they want to say. If it ’s more than 3 minutes they sh ould still be able to speak. Mr. Brazzell
stated that if they become redundant then the Chairman can shut them down. It makes a difference when
you let people speak. Mr. LeBlanc stated that he feels the same way. Mrs. Allison stated that if we let
o
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
City Council
Sulphur council to discuss audits, condemnations, and road projects
The Sulphur City Council will meet to approve a fiscal year 2025 audit, condemn two properties, and award contracts for road rehabilitation and overlay projects. The agenda also includes public hearings on zoning exceptions and surplus vehicle disposal.
- Approval of fiscal year 2025 audit
- Condemnation of buildings at 925 Brandi Street and 916 South Irwin
- Public hearing on zoning exception for Lake Cox Properties, LLC
- Resolution awarding low bids for limestone/asphalt and 2025 Overlay Project
- Resolution awarding low bid for Concrete Street Rehabilitation
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✓ Decided: City Council adopts exception for accessory structure on 424 Louisiana Ave
The council unanimously adopted an ordinance granting Lake Cox Properties an exception to place an accessory structure on 424 Louisiana Avenue while a home is being built. It also approved the fiscal‑year audit, condemned the building at 925 Brandi Street, and adopted an ordinance declaring surplus vehicles and donating one Motorola radio to the Evergreen Police Department. All votes were unanimous with no dissent or absences.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2006 granting exception for accessory structure at 424 Louisiana Ave (unanimous yeas)
- Adopted Resolution No. 3681 accepting FY ending June 30, 2025 audit (unanimous yeas)
- Condemned building at 925 Brandi Street (unanimous yeas)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2007 declaring surplus movable property and authorizing donation of one Motorola radio (unanimous yeas)
- Removed agenda item to condemn 916 South Irwin (unanimous yeas)
- Added agenda item authorizing Mayor Danahay to enter donation act with Evergreen Police (unanimous yeas)
- Approved agenda as amended (unanimous yeas)
- Approved all motions without any nays or absences (unanimous yeas)
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED
AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. PRESENTATION of audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and Resolution accepting
same. I01-26 (Mayor Danahay)
2. RULE TO SHOW CAUSE for the condition of the following addresses:
a. To condemn building or structure located at 925 Brandi Street, in accordance
with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
b. To condemn building or structure located at 916 South Irwin, in accordance
with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Nick Nezat)
3. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance granting an Exception to Lake Cox Properties, LLC, 424
Louisiana Avenue, to allow for an accessory structure to be put on lot without a primary
structure while home is being built. ORD01-26 (Melinda Hardy)
4. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance declaring certain surplus movable property of the
City of Sulphur and providing for the disposal thereof - vehicles.
ORD02-26 (Mayor Danahay)
5. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance amending Chapter 17, Article II of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Sulphur, to provide for Section 39 – Req
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January 12, 2026
The City Council of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, met in regular session at its temporary location
located at 501 Willow Avenue in the Council Chambers, Sulphur, Louisiana, on January 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.,
after full compliance with the convening of said meeting with the following members present:
DRU ELLENDER, Council Representative of District 1
NICK NEZAT, Council Representative of District 2
MELINDA HARDY, Council Representative of District 3
JOY ABSHIRE, Council Representative of District 4
MANDY THOMAS, Council Representative of District 5
After the meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above result, prayer and pledge was led
by Mrs. Ellender.
The Chairman then asked if there were any changes to the minutes of the previous meeting. With no
changes made, motion was made by Mrs. Ellender seconded by Mrs. Thomas that the minutes stand as written.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Ellender seconded by Mr. Nezat that item 2B be removed from the
agenda:
To condemn building or structure located at 916 South Irwin, in accordance with Article IX,
Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Mrs. Ellender seconded by Mrs. Hardy that item #10A be added to the
agenda:
Introduction of ordinance authorizing Mayor Danahay to enter into an Act of Donation with the Town
of Evergreen Police Department for the purpose of donating a Moto
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
City Council
Sulphur City Council to review FY2025 audit and award infrastructure bids
The City Council will discuss the adoption of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, audit. The body is also deciding on several low-bid awards for road and street projects and considering the condemnation of two properties.
- Condemnation hearings for 925 Brandi Street and 916 South Irwin
- Public hearing for accessory structure exception at 424 Louisiana Avenue
- Low bid awards for limestone and asphalt, 2025 Overlay Project, and Concrete Street Rehabilitation
- Proposed Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for Sara Street
- Approval of 2026 liquor licenses
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AGENDA
SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
THERE WILL BE A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SULPHUR CITY COUNCIL,
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED
AT 501 WILLOW AVENUE, SULPHUR, LOUISIANA, TO DISCUSS AND ADOPT THE
FOLLOWING:
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. PRESENTATION of audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and Resolution accepting
same. I01-26 (Mayor Danahay)
2. RULE TO SHOW CAUSE for the condition of the following addresses:
a. To condemn building or structure located at 925 Brandi Street, in accordance
with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Dru Ellender)
b. To condemn building or structure located at 916 South Irwin, in accordance
with Article IX, Section 5-286 through 5-296 of the Code of Ordinances.
(Nick Nezat)
3. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance granting an Exception to Lake Cox Properties, LLC, 424
Louisiana Avenue, to allow for an accessory structure to be put on lot without a primary
structure while home is being built. ORD01-26 (Melinda Hardy)
4. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance declaring certain surplus movable property of the
City of Sulphur and providing for the disposal thereof - vehicles.
ORD02-26 (Mayor Danahay)
5. PUBLIC HEARING on ordinance amending Chapter 17, Article II of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Sulphur, to provide for Section 39 – Req
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Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,144/mo (315 assisted households · 2025)
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