Brittany Smith

The board authorized the payment of outstanding invoices and discussed the status of the Love Louisiana Outdoors Project and potential infrastructure funding. Specific actions included approving the purchase of new pumps for the Buckner area, hiring a new tractor driver, and addressing nuisance property issues. The board also approved the Town & Country RV Park Project, appointed a new member to fill a vacancy, authorized support for homeownership programs via the Capital Area Finance Authority, and approved a donation to partner with the Teddy Bear Festival. Additionally, updates were provided regarding the Love the Boot Campaign and an upcoming Chamber of Commerce meeting.

The board discussed and approved several items, including an increase in the hourly wage for summer student workers and established new policies for the distribution of student applications. The board also authorized the payment of outstanding invoices and received information regarding the Louisiana Public Service Energy Efficiency Grant Program for upgrading government building lighting to LED. Additionally, the Madison Journal was appointed as the official journal for the upcoming year, an occupational license application was approved, and a new permit fee for RV parks was established. Finally, the board heard public comments regarding funding for rail extension projects.

The board authorized the payment of outstanding invoices and approved a contract with Weed Pro for bayou and roadside vegetation spraying projects. The superintendent was granted permission to advertise for a tractor driver and mechanic assistant. The jury approved a quote for repairing Lee Street and decided to send certified letters to garbage service customers with balances exceeding $300. Additionally, the jury adopted the 2026 millage rates. The meeting also addressed various facility improvement needs for the local health unit, including repairs, remodeling, and system updates, and referred a request for recreation sponsorship to the Recreation Board.

The meeting agenda includes reports from the President, Secretary/Treasurer, Parish Attorney, Jury members, Parish Superintendent, and various departmental heads, including building, floodplain management, and emergency preparedness. Special committee reports will be presented covering topics such as sewage, fire, garbage, public works, road and drainage, and nuisance management. Additionally, the meeting will address new business items including a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Department of Veterans Affairs and insurance for the Registrar and Deputy.

The board authorized an asbestos lead survey for the old health unit, approved the payment of outstanding invoices, and confirmed a summer program for students. The board also authorized the solicitation of contractor quotes for flag pole replacement and interior repairs, and approved the hiring of new tractor drivers, a truck driver, and laborers. Discussion occurred regarding garbage truck container capacity and a drainage ditch issue on Montrose Road. The board formally opposed House Bill 116 regarding the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District, appointed a new member to the Board of Commissioners, and reviewed plans for an RV park. Finally, the board adopted a resolution designating an official representative to execute agreements and documents for the Scott Airport.