Douglas Beavers

The Town Council meeting included an update from the Town Engineer regarding ongoing projects and the requirement to select future projects for CWEF (water only) and LGAP funding, which should be presented at the next meeting. The Police Chief reported on recent assistance provided to the Village of Georgetown and proposed donating three surplus tasers to the Georgetown Police Department, which the Council approved via an Intergovernmental Agreement. Additionally, the Council approved a motion to declare a 2019 Tahoe and a 2015 Caprice surplus for auction due to high repair costs on the Tahoe. The Mayor provided a reminder regarding the Lawrason Act, emphasizing that only the Mayor or Ex-Officio is authorized to sign legal documents or contracts on behalf of the town.

The proceedings included a Public Hearing concerning three ordinances: Ordinance #25-0007 amending ordinance #23-0005, and ordinances #25-0008 and #25-0009 adopting the general fund operating budgets for fiscal years 2025 and 2026, respectively. During the Town Council Regular Session, the council adopted all three ordinances. The Town Engineer provided an update, noting a proposed drainage solution for George Davidson Rd. costing approximately $216,000, contingent upon approval. The council also approved declaring a 2019 Ford F-150 surplus/salvage and authorized the installation of a new computer system by VisTech for the new police department. Additionally, the Water/Sewer Department supervisor reported on the maintenance shed construction, and the Town Attorney reminded members about required ethics and sexual harassment training.

The Town Council held a public hearing and a regular session. The public hearing addressed the issuance of Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds (DEQ). During the regular session, the council discussed economic development possibilities at the town's industrial site, received updates on ongoing projects, and adopted a resolution regarding the Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds. Additionally, an ordinance was adopted granting Atmos Energy Corporation franchise rights for a gas system. The council also discussed the police department's staffing and vehicle repairs, and the Water Superintendent provided updates on public works projects. The council was reminded of the upcoming deadline for sexual harassment and ethics training. A future discussion was requested regarding the possibility of annexation down Hwy 165, and the town's Halloween event was announced.

The meeting included presentations from representatives of the Bank of Montgomery concerning interest rates and banking features. The council adopted ordinances for the annexation of multiple properties. The town engineer updated the council on ongoing projects and presented a plan for addressing the drainage issue on George Davidson Rd. The council also introduced for publication the amended 2025 budget and the proposed 2026 budget. The police chief presented his monthly report and requested the hiring of an additional officer, which was approved.

The Town Council meeting included discussions and actions on several topics. The council accepted annexation petitions for properties adjacent to the town's corporate limit. A resolution was adopted concerning the acceptance of a contract for the Love Louisiana Outdoors Program Foster Park Improvements Exercise Equipment Installation as substantially completed. The police chief presented his monthly report. There was a reminder about the upcoming deadline for completing the training for sexual harassment and ethics. An announcement was made about the town's Halloween event.