Insurance Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury. Wednesday, July 27, :30 O clock p.m.

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1 Insurance Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, July 27, :30 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Henry Dupre, Chairman; Mr. Booster Breaux, Mr. Patrick Lawless, Mr. Irving Comeaux. Committee members recorded as absent were: Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Martin Triche. Other Police Juror present was: Mr. Myron Matherne. 2. Chairman Henry Dupre recognized Jackie Hebert, Harrison Financial, who gave a brief update regarding the health insurance renewals and quotes. She stated that the claims shown on the handout is through June, She then stated that she will attend the meeting of August 10, 2011 and final renewal is September 1, Mrs. Hebert further commented that since selecting the HSA Plan, there has been a reduction in claims. 3. Police Juror Calvin James entered the meeting at this time. 4. Chairman Henry Dupre recognized Grants Coordinator Erin Watson, who stated that the ROTH contribution amendment to the deferred compensation will allow participants to have an option on how they want to contribute. 5. Committee member Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Irving Comeaux, THAT, the committee approve the ROTH contribution amendment to the Deferred Compensation Plan for public employees. The motion was unanimously adopted. 6. Committee member Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Patrick Lawless, THAT, there being no further business to come before the Insurance Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Henry Dupre Insurance Committee Chairman

2 Drainage Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, July 27, :40 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Henry Dupre, Chairman; Mr. Myron Matherne, Mr. Irving Comeaux, Mr. Calvin James, Mr. Booster Breaux, Mr. Martin Triche. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Patrick Lawless, Mr. Jeff Naquin. 2. Committee member Myron Matherne offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Irving Comeaux, THAT, the committee approve $600 for Felicia St. Turnaround Culvert Replacement Project. The motion was unanimously adopted. 3. Committee member Calvin James offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, THAT, the committee approve $2,200 for 5480 Hwy 1 Catchbasin Project. The motion was unanimously adopted. 4. Committee member Calvin James offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, THAT, the committee approve $1,500 for 5814 Hwy 1 Catchbasin Project. The motion was unanimously adopted. 5. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Calvin James, THAT, the committee approve $16,000 for Removal of trees from Dredged Canal in Brule St. Martin. The motion was unanimously adopted. 6. Committee member Myron Matherne offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Martin Triche, THAT, the committee approve $1,400 for the Pierre Part Elementary School Slough Clean Out Project. The motion was unanimously adopted. 7. Committee member Irving Comeaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, there is no further business to come before the Drainage Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Henry Dupre Drainage Committee Chairman

3 Road & Bridge Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, July 27, :45 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Calvin James, Chairman; Mr. Myron Matherne, Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Henry Dupre, Mr. Booster Breaux, Mr. Martin Triche. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Patrick Lawless, Mr. Irving Comeaux. 2. Chairman Calvin James recognized the Parish Manager, who stated that he contacted three (3) parishes referencing speed bumps. He stated that Ascension Parish has speed cushions that were purchased through the Safe Routes to School Grant. He stated that the Department Supervisor stated due to the complaints from the users, they would not be installing anymore. The cost estimate is approximately $1,500-$2,000. He then stated that Lafourche Parish has speed bumps due to the farm traffic that passed through a subdivision and the cost is approximately the same. He then stated that St. James installed parking lot type speed bumps near the stop signs due to the problems with people running stop signs. Committee member Myron Matherne suggested that a survey be taken to see what areas are interested. The Grants Coordinator stated that she followed up with the resources that were utilized to get the speed bumps. She proceeded to state that Lafourche had not used grant resources but the speed bumps were needed due to the deteriorating of roads (farm to market) by heavy traffic and tonnage. She further stated that they also enter into a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Sheriff s Office for each speed bump. She then stated that Ascension Parish also used LGAP funding toward the installation of speed bumps but reiterated that they discontinued them due to the numerous amount of complaints. A brief discussion was then held regarding the request for speed bumps and doing a survey. Following the discussion, the Parish Manager stated that he would have prices at the next meeting. 3. Committee member Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Henry Dupre, THAT, there being no further business to come before the Road & Bridge Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Calvin James, Chairman Road & Bridge Committee

4 Federal Programs Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, July 27, :55 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Patrick Lawless, Chairman; Mr. Irving Comeaux, Mr. Calvin James, Mr. Booster Breaux, Mr. Martin Triche. Committee member recorded as absent was: Mr. Patrick Johnson. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Henry Dupre, Mr. Myron Matherne. 2. Chairman Patrick Lawless requested that the committee enter into executive session to discuss the process for employee assistance. 3. Committee member Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Calvin James, THAT, the committee enter into executive session to discuss the process for employee assistance. The motion was unanimously adopted. 4. Committee member Calvin James offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the committee approve resuming regular session. The motion was unanimously adopted. 5. Chairman Patrick Lawless stated that the committee entered into executive session to discuss the process for employee assistance applications and no action was taken. 6. Chairman Patrick Lawless recognized the Special Programs Director, who introduced the Director of Weatherization for St. John Parish, Ms. Eloise Joseph, who also brought greetings from St. John Parish President. She introduced three (3) of her staff members, Chris Grant, Eric Smith and Will Coleman. She then stated that they are here to assist with the Assumption Parish Weatherization Program and finish the seven (7) homes that were qualified for the Weatherization Assistance Program. She presented certificates of training for her staff members and stated that the carpenters for Weatherization must be trained and certified. She further stated that if the seven (7) homes are completed, the possibility of receiving additional funding is great. Ms. Joseph stated that the staff members will be allowed to work in the Parish three (3) times a week beginning in August. In response, Ms. Joseph stated that a Memorandum of Understanding has been approved and signed by the President and St. John Parish. She also suggested that the Parish advertise for Weatherization carpenters and have them trained and certified for future contracts. 7. Committee member Calvin James offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the committee approve St. John Parish completing the seven (7) homes included in the Weatherization Contract. The motion was unanimously adopted. 8. Committee member Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Calvin James, THAT, the committee approve the Special Programs Director and Weatherization Administrator to attend the WAP Directors Meeting on Friday, August 12, The motion was unanimously adopted. 9. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the committee approve the Intake Worker to attend the Louisiana HUD Conference on Friday, July 29, 2011 in New Orleans. The motion was unanimously adopted. 10. Committee member Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Irving Comeaux, THAT, the committee approve the Special Programs Director and two (2) Intake Workers to attend the CSBG Training on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 in Baton Rouge. The motion was unanimously adopted. 11. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the committee approve to accept the CAP60 data management software that CSBG/LWC is purchasing for the department. The motion was unanimously adopted. 12. Committee member Irving Comeaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the committee approve the Weatherization Administrator to attend the Hancock Energy Systems on July 28, The motion was unanimously adopted.

5 13. Committee member Calvin James offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, there being no further business to come before the Federal Programs Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Patrick Lawless Federal Programs Committee

6 Emergency Preparedness Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, July 27, :25 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Martin Triche, Chairman; Mr. Myron Matherne, Mr. Patrick Lawless, Mr. Irving Comeaux, Mr. Henry Dupre. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Calvin James, Mr. Booster Breaux. 2. Chairman Martin Triche recognized the OEP Director, who presented a power point on the self registration portal for Emergency Notification System. He stated that the system has been upgraded and the new portal allows individuals to sign on and load their information to it especially their cell phone number. He stated that It will be loaded on the Assumption Parish Website within a week and people can begin registering. He proceeded to demonstrate and explain the sign in process to home phone, , or text message. He stated that there are additional options that can be added with the texting service that would include additional check boxes that would list several different categories (flood, meeting, hurricane, missing child, etc.) that a person would like to be notified about. Following the demonstration, the OEP Director requested that if the Jury has any suggestions please notify him and he further encouraged everyone to update the system with their personal information. 3. Committee member Irving Comeaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, THAT, the committee approve the OEP Director to draft a notification for the Official Journal. The motion was unanimously adopted. 4. Committee member Irving Comeaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, THAT, there being no further business to come before the Emergency Preparedness Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Martin S. Triche, Chairman Secretary-Treasurer Emergency Preparedness Committee

7 Engineering/Grants Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, July 27, :40 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Irving Comeaux, Chairman; Mr. Henry Dupre, Mr. Patrick Lawless, Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Martin Triche. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Patrick Johnson, Mr. Calvin James, Mr. Booster Breaux, Mr. Myron Matherne. 2. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized Sheriff Mike Waguespack, who stated that his office has filed an application with the Department of Justice for $12,000 to be used for the upgrading of the radio system. He stated that a public hearing is mandatory therefore, this announcement is for that purpose and an approval is not necessary from the Police Jury. 3. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Patrick Lawless, THAT, the committee approve a resolution of support for the Sheriff to purchase radios through the Department of Justice 2011 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant. The motion was unanimously adopted. 4. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized committee member Martin Triche, who stated that the water main servicing the residents on Lower Hwy 402 is not providing the appropriate water pressure therefore, he would like a letter sent to the Assumption Parish Waterworks requesting that they provide a larger water main and fire hydrant to the residents on Lower Highway 402. In addition, he requested that the Waterworks consider flushing out the existing line until the matter is addressed. In response, the Parish Engineer stated that a water study is being conducted on Hwy 402 and the findings will be used in the application of the upgrade of the line. 5. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the committee requests that the Assumption Parish Waterworks provide a larger water main and fire hydrant to the residents on Lower Highway 402 and consider flushing out the existing line. The motion was unanimously adopted. 6. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the OEP Director, who stated that Ricky Beaux, 133 N. Bay Road is requesting a variance for side set backs of 3 ft. instead of 8 ft. He stated that the neighbor has submitted a letter stating no objections. 7. Committee member Patrick Lawless offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the committee approve granting a variance of 3 ft. side set backs for Ricky Breaux, 133 N. Bay Road. The motion was unanimously adopted. 8. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized committee member Henry Dupre, who stated that he has the boundary description and Tommy Landry is the owner of the portion that was in question. He proceeded to explain the property description and stated that Mr. Landry is willing to sell the property for $27, 000 and requested that the committee consider the purchase so that the project can move forward. Following a brief discussion, the committee agreed to the purchase and that it be budgeted from the 1% Sales Tax Fund. 9. Committee member Henry Dupre offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the committee approve allocating $27,000 from the 1% Sales Tax Fund to purchase property for the Belle Rose Library. The motion was unanimously adopted. 10. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the OEP Director, who stated that he has received proposals for the inspection services for both the Bayou L Ourse Community Center and the Assumption Community Center. The low bidder for the Bayou L Ourse Center was Stratus with a bid of $9,590 and the low bidder for the Assumption Community Center was Professional Services Inc. with a bid of $30,349. He then stated that South Central Planning and Development recommended that the Police Jury accept the low bidders. 11. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the committee approve the low bid of $9,590 submitted by Stratus Inc. for the inspection services for the Bayou L Ourse Community Center and $30,349 submitted by Professional Services Inc. for the Assumption Community Center. The motion was unanimously adopted. 12. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Patrick Lawless, THAT, the committee approve a public hearing to publish a Notice of Intent to create the Marais Recreation District. The motion was unanimously adopted.

8 13. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the Grants Coordinator, who advised the Police Jury that the scoring system for the competitive CDBG grants had changed this year. She stated that If the parish opts to pay (out-of-pocket) and not include it in the grant application the following application requirements, they are eligible for points prior to the scoring process. She then stated that if the Parish pays for the Administrative, Consulting fees, and pre-agreement costs; they re awarded ONE point, if the Parish pays for Engineering, they re awarded ONE point, if the parish pays for the above fees in addition to acquiring all ROW, Environmental Reviews, and Plans & Specs; a total of 20 points will be awarded. After further discussion, it was decided that potential projects would be discussed and that further discussion would be required before choosing a project for the CDBG application. 14. The Grants Coordinator then stated that the LGAP (Louisiana Governmental Assistance Program) funding available to Assumption Parish for next fiscal year s LGAP is $113,700. Police Jury Myron Matherne, stated that Mike Street and Landry Subdivision needs natural gas pumps since the hazardous mitigation projects have not been fulfilled. He then suggested that the committee submit 2 natural gas pumps as the LGAP Projects. Following a brief discussion, the committee approved the Mike Street Pump Project and the Landry Subdivision Motor and Gear Box project to be submitted for the LGAP application. The total project cost is estimated to be $118,000 leaving a balance of $4,300 that the parish will assume. 15. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the committee approve the Mike Street Pump Project and the Landry Subdivision Motor and Gear Box project to be submitted for the LGAP application. The motion was unanimously adopted. 16. Committee unanimously agreed that a letter be sent to Mr. Henry Templet commending him on his retirement and for his many years of service to the Assumption Parish Waterworks. 17. Committee member Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Martin Triche, THAT, there being no further business to come before the Engineering/Grants Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Irving Comeaux, Chairman Engineering/Grants Committee

9 Regular Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, July 27, :00 O clock p.m. 1. The Regular Meeting of the Assumption Parish Police Jury was called to order by Police Jury President Martin Triche in the Assumption Parish Police Jury meeting room, located at 4813 Highway 1, Napoleonville, Louisiana. 2. Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Patrick Lawless, Ward 1; Mr. Jeff Naquin, Ward 2; Mr. Irving Comeaux, Ward 3; Mr. Martin Triche, Ward 5; Mr. Calvin James, Ward 6; Mr. Henry Dupre, Ward 7; Mr. Booster Breaux, Ward 8, Mr. Myron Matherne, Ward 9. Police Juror recorded as absent was: Mr. Patrick Johnson, Ward President Martin Triche led the Prayer and Police Juror Calvin James led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 4. Police Juror Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, THAT, the Police Jury approve the minutes of July 13, The motion was unanimously adopted. 5. Police Juror Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve the List of Bills submitted through July 22, The motion was unanimously adopted. 6. President Martin Triche recognized Insurance Committee Chairman Henry Dupre, who stated that the committee met and recommended the following; received an update regarding the health insurance renewals and approved the ROTH contribution amendment to the Deferred Compensation Plan for public employees. 7. Police Juror Henry Dupre offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve the Insurance Committee report as presented. The motion was unanimously adopted. The motion was unanimously adopted. 8. President Martin Triche recognized Drainage Committee Chairman Henry Dupre, who stated that the committee met and recommended the following matters; $600 for Felicia St. Turnaround Culvert Replacement Project, $2,200 for 5480 Hwy 1 Catchbasin Project, $1,500 for 5814 Hwy 1 Catchbasin Project, $16,000 for Removal of trees from Dredged Canal in Brule St. Martin, and $1,400 for the Pierre Part Elementary School Slough Clean Out Project. 9. Police Juror Henry Dupre offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve the Drainage Committee report as presented. The motion was unanimously adopted. 10. President Martin Triche recognized Road & Bridge committee Chairman Calvin James, who stated that the committee met and received an update from the Parish Manager on the placing of speed bumps on parish roads. He stated that prices will be submitted at the next meeting. 11. Police Juror Calvin James offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve the Road & Bridge Committee report as presented. The motion was unanimously adopted. 12. President Martin Triche recognized Federal Programs Committee Chairman Patrick Lawless, who stated that the committee met and recommended the following matters; received report that the three (3) reworks had been completed and approved, approved St. John Parish completing the seven (7) homes included in the Weatherization Contract, approved the Special Programs Director and Weatherization Administrator to attend the WAP Directors Meeting on Friday, August 12, 2011, approved the Intake Worker to attend the Louisiana HUD Conference on Friday, July 29, 2011 in New Orleans, approved the Special Programs Director and two (2) Intake Workers to attend the CSBG Training on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 in Baton Rouge, approved to accept the CAP60 data management software that CSBG/LWC is purchasing for the department, and approved the Weatherization Administrator to attend the Hancock Energy Systems on July 28, Police Juror Patrick Lawless offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve the Federal Programs Committee report as presented. The motion was unanimously adopted. (resolutions attached) 14. President Martin Triche stated that the Emergency Preparedness Committee met and received a presentation from the OEP Director regarding the self registration portal for Emergency Notification

10 System and the request to encourage all residents to participate. He also stated that the committee authorized that the OEP Director to publish the advisory in the official journal and request public to enroll. 15. Police Juror Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Irving Comeaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve the Emergency Preparedness Committee report as presented. The motion was unanimously adopted. 16. President Martin Triche recognized Engineering/Grants Committee Chairman Irving Comeaux, who stated that the committee met and recommended the following matters; approved a resolution of support for the Sheriff to purchase radios through the Department of Justice 2011 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant, requests the Assumption Parish Waterworks provide a larger water main and fire hydrant to the residents on Lower Highway 402 and consider flushing out the existing line, approved granting a variance of 3 ft. side set backs for Ricky Breaux, 133 N. Bay Road, approved allocating $27,000 from the 1% Sales Tax Fund to purchase property for the Belle Rose Library, approved the low bid of $9,590 submitted by Stratus Inc. for the inspection services for the Bayou L Ourse Community Center and $30,349 submitted by Professional Services Inc. for the Assumption Community Center, approved a public hearing to publish a Notice of Intent to create the Marais Recreation District, approved the Mike Street Pump Project and the Landry Subdivision Motor and Gear Box project to be submitted for the LGAP application for $118,000, and agreed to send a letter to Mr. Henry Templet for his retirement and many years of service at the Assumption Parish Waterworks. 17. Police Juror Irving Comeaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, THAT, the Police Jury approve the Engineering/Grants Committee report as presented. The motion was unanimously adopted. (resolutions attached) 18. President Martin Triche opened the meeting to the public to receive public comments, questions or concerns. He then recognized an individual who requested information on the occupational license submitted for Cajun Hideaway in Pierre Part. He explained that this is a camp on Lake Verret that the owners will be renting as a bed and breakfast. Following three (3) calls, there were no further comments. 19. President Martin Triche stated that previously the parish appointed members to the Bayou Lafourche Freshwater District but with recent legislation that was signed into law by Governor Bobby Jindal, it requires the parish to submit 4 nominees and 2 will be selected. He stated that the current members are Donald Arceneaux and Ron Animashaun and requested any further suggestions. He then suggested that the current two (2) members be submitted along with the other suggestions of Greg Nolan, Jr. and Kenny Thibodaux. In response, Police Juror Jeff Naquin stated that he is not sure why the requirements have been changed, but he would like it to be noted that the Parish is very satisfied with the current representatives that are serving on the board. Following a brief discussion, the Jury agreed to adopt a resolution stating that the parish is satisfied with the present members and to be incompliance with the new legislation, will submit an additional two (2) names. 20. Police Juror Myron Matherne offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve a resolution to the Governor stating that the parish is satisfied with the present representation on the Bayou Lafourche Freshwater District but to be incompliance with new legislation, will submit what s requested. The motion was unanimously adopted. (resolution attached) 21. Police Juror Patrick Lawless offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Calvin James, THAT, the Police Jury approve submitting Donald Arceneaux, Ron Animashaun, Greg Nolan, Jr., and Kenny Thibodaux to the Governor s Office as nominees for the Bayou Lafourche Freshwater District. The motion was unanimously adopted. 22. President Martin Triche recognized Police Juror Jeff Naquin, who stated that he was informed that the State is considering closure of the Mental Health Clinic in Labadieville. He stated that this facility services approximately 400 parish residents. He then requested that a resolution of support be sent to the Department of Health and Hospitals requesting that the Mental Health Clinic in Labadieville remain open and operative. Police Juror Booster Breaux requested that a letter be sent to Mr. Ray Nicholas requesting that he attend the next meeting to discuss the matter further. 23. Police Juror Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Irving Comeaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve a resolution to the Department of Health and Hospitals requesting that they consider keeping the Mental Health Clinic in Labadieville open. The motion was unanimously adopted. (resolution) 24. Police Juror Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, THAT, the Police Jury approve a letter to Mr. Ray Nicholas requesting that he attend the next meeting to address concerns regarding the closure of the Mental Health Clinic in Labadieville. The motion was unanimously adopted. 25. Police Juror Henry Dupre offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve an occupational license for What About Us Inc., Cajun Hideaway, Heckmann Water Resources- Ownership change. The motion was unanimously adopted.

11 26. Police Juror Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve an adopt ordinance to levy grass cutting charges totaling $3, The motion was unanimously adopted. (ordinance attached) 27. Police Juror Patrick Johnson entered the meeting at this time. 28. Police Juror Calvin James offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve and adopt ordinance authorizing the disposal of Adjudicated Property. The motion was unanimously adopted. (ordinance attached) 29. Police Juror Myron Matherne offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the Police Jury approve the 1 st phase of the derelict structure procedure for dwelling located at 3607 Jean St. The motion was unanimously adopted. 30. Police Juror Myron Matherne offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the Police Jury approve the 1 st phase of the derelict structure procedure for dwelling located on Riverbend St.. The motion was unanimously adopted. 31. Police Juror Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, THAT, there being no further business to come before the Assumption Parish Police Jury, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Martin S. Triche President

12 On a motion by Mr. Irving Comeaux, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and authorize the submission of applications for funding through the State of Louisiana Office of Community Development for FY LGAP Projects as follows: Mike Street Pump Project $68,500 Landry Subdivision Motor & Gear Box Project $49,500 Upon being placed to a vote, the above resolution was adopted as follows: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Absent: 0

13 On a motion by Mr. Jeff Naquin, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and submit Mr. Donald Arceneaux, Mr. Ron Animashaun, Mr. Greg Nolan, Jr., and Mr. Kenny Thibodaux to the Governor s Office to serve as potential members to the Bayou Lafourche Freshwater District. Upon being placed to a vote, the above resolution was adopted as follows: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Absent: 0

14 On a motion by Mr. Jeff Naquin, seconded by Mr. Irving Comeaux, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and support the operations of the Mental Health Clinic in Labadieville, Assumption Parish and strongly urge that the clinic remains open. Upon being placed to a vote, the above resolution was adopted as follows: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Absent: 0

15 On a motion by Mr. Henry Dupre, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve an amendment to the Deferred Compensation Plan for Public Employees relative to the ROTH contribution allowing for after-tax contributions. Upon being placed to a vote, the above resolution was adopted as follows: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Absent: 0

16 On a motion by Mr. Irving Comeaux, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve a variance for Ricky Breaux for side set backs at 113 North Bay Road. Upon being placed to a vote, the above resolution was adopted as follows: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Absent: 0

17 On a motion by Mr. Irving Comeaux, seconded by Mr. Myron Matherne, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and support the Assumption Parish Sheriff s Office with purchasing radios through the Department of Justice 2011 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). Upon being placed to a vote, the above resolution was adopted as follows: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Absent: 0

18 On a motion by Mr. Calvin James, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, the following ordinance was adopted: ORDINANCE BE IT ORDAINED by the Assumption Parish Governing Authority: THAT the Parish of Assumption has determined that certain abandoned properties adjudicated to the parish for non-payment of real estate taxes are not required for any public purposes, and an appraiser shall be appointed to appraise said properties, and thereafter said properties may be sold by the Secretary-Treasurer of the Parish of Assumption, at public sale, for the minimum price of twothirds (2/3) of the appraised value of said property, pursuant to LSA-R.S. 33:4711, et seq., at purchaser s cost, said properties being described as follows, to-wit: Lot #22 of Monson Subdivision Bounded South or Front by Belle Point Street, North or rear by property, now or formerly of Wilma Lagrange, East by lot #23 of said subdivision and west by lot #21 of said subdivision. (137/754) (213/161) (219/224) (238/080) (245/879) Formerly property of Craig Scott. Map #25, item #22 in Monson Subdivision. Pursuant to LSA-R.S. 33:4712, any opposition to this ordinance and the proposed sale of the above described adjudicated properties shall be made, in writing, and filed with the Secretary of the Parish of Assumption within fifteen (15) days after the date of the first publication of this ordinance. If an opposition is filed, the Parish of Assumption shall not adopt the proposed ordinance until a hearing has been held. If said ordinance is adopted, it shall not become effective until ten (10) days after its passage, during which time any interested citizen may apply to the 23 rd Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Assumption for an order restraining the disposition of the property. After the ordinance becomes effective, it cannot be contested for any reason. The foregoing ordinance, having been submitted to a vote, was as follows: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Absent: 0 The above vote being cast, the ordinance was declared adopted this 27th day of July, Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Martin S. Triche President