Drainage Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury. Wednesday, November 28, :00 O clock P.M.

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1 Drainage Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, November 28, :00 O clock P.M. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Irving Comeaux, Acting Chairman; Mr. Chris Carter. Mr. Booster Breaux, Mr. Martin Triche. Committee members recorded as absent were: Mr. Henry Dupre, Chairman; Mr. Myron Matherne. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Ron Alcorn, Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Patrick Johnson. 2. Acting Chairman Irving Comeaux stated that Live Oak, Sophie St., Labadieville, Brule Rd. and Cherry St. all drain through the Labadieville Canal. He stated that there are trees in the canal that need to be removed and the property owner is not granting a right of way on his property. He then stated that the property owner is requesting that the parish moves the canal to the right 30 ft. and then he would grant the right of way. He then stated that the Parish Manager estimated the cost to clean the canal at $5,000 but to move the canal the cost would be $10,000. The ADA stated that the projects are not reciprocal as far as value to value and that s where the issue is. He stated that if it was an even exchange an agreement can be drafted and it would be logical but because of the difference in cost legally it can t be done. He also stated that he met and discussed the matter but didn t see a way to line the canal. A brief discussion was then held regarding the request by the landowner to move the canal. Following the discussion, Police Juror Jeff Naquin suggested that he speak with the landowner again before making a decision. The ADA stated that If he informed the Chairman that if the situation is emergent as far as access and drainage to the area, he may be able to find legal precedence and the Jury may still be able to access and clean the ditch but it would still have to be an emergency situation. The Committee agreed to allow Police Juror Jeff Naquin to meet and speak with the owner. 3. Committee member Chris Carter offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Martin Triche, THAT, there being no further business to come before the Drainage Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Irving Comeaux, Acting Chairman Secretary-Treasurer Drainage Committee

2 Personnel Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, November 28, :05 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Booster Breaux, Chairman; Mr. Patrick Johnson, Mr. Chris Carter, Mr. Martin Triche. Committee members recorded as absent were: Mr. Henry Dupre, Mr. Myron Matherne. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Ron Alcorn, Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Irving Comeaux. 2. Chairman Booster Breaux recognized the Parish Manager, who stated that the equipment operator that was having health issues had another episode therefore, he would like to transfer him to a maintenance worker. In response, the Chairman stated his concerns regarding the liability risk of the employee and for the Police Jury. Following a brief discussion, the Parish Manager informed the committee that he has been released from the doctor. 3. Committee member Patrick Johnson offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Martin Triche, THAT, the committee approve and authorize the Parish Manager to transfer a R&B equipment operator to a maintenance worker. The motion was unanimously adopted. 4. Chairman Booster Breaux recognized the Secretary-Treasurer, who requested that the committee consider a 3% cost of living raise for all employees for In response, she stated that this is part of the proposed budget. She then added that the Intake Specialist/Coordinator is a revised job description to take the place of the current Intake Worker. The Special Programs Director would like to modify the title with the description of the job duties. The Secretary-Treasurer then stated the Parish has 2 Accountants on staff and one is a grade 6 and the other is a grade 8. She added that the policy requires that position to be a grade 8 therefore, without a pay increase, she would like to move the accountant from a grade 6 to a grade 8 with the step coinciding with the current pay rate. 5. Committee member Patrick Johnson offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, THAT, the committee approve a 3% cost of living increase for all employees for The motion was unanimously adopted. 6. Committee member Chris Carter offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Patrick Johnson, THAT, the committee approve adding the following matters to the agenda. The motion was unanimously adopted. 7. Chairman Booster Breaux requested comments, questions, or concerns regarding the name change in job title and description for the Intake Worker. Following three (3) calls, there were no comments received. 8. Committee member Chris Carter offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Patrick Johnson, THAT, the committee approve the change in job title and description of the Intake Worker II to an Intake Specialist/Coordinator. The motion was unanimously adopted. 9. Chairman Booster Breaux requested comments, questions, or concerns regarding the change in grade and step for the accountant. Following three (3) calls, there were no comments received. 10. Committee member Patrick Johnson offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, THAT, the committee approve a change in grade and step for the accountant from a grade 6 step 40 to a grade 8 step 26 effective January 1, The motion was unanimously adopted. 11. Chairman Booster Breaux recognized Police Juror Ron Alcorn, who stated that if any employee is deserving of a merit increase following the employee evaluations, they should be brought forward to the committee for consideration. In response, the OHSEP Director stated that he submitted his but didn t know the process. Chairman Booster Breaux requested that this be placed on the next agenda. 12. Committee member Chris Carter offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Patrick Johnson, THAT, there being no further business to come before the personnel Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Booster Breaux Personnel Committee Chairman

3 Finance Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, November 28, :10 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Martin Triche, Chairman; Mr. Ron Alcorn, Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Booster Breaux. Committee member recorded as absent was: Mr. Henry Dupre. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Irving Comeaux, Mr. Patrick Johnson, Mr. Chris Carter. 2. Committee member Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the committee approve payment of the bills submitted through November 21, The motion was unanimously adopted. 3. Chairman Martin Triche recognized the Secretary-Treasurer, who stated that there are no plan of actions recommended for the October 2018 budget comparison statements. She stated that there are two items that have one time transfers which reflected within 100% of the budget. She then stated that everything is in line. 4. Committee member Ron Alcorn offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the committee approve the budget comparison statements for October The motion was unanimously adopted. 5. Chairman Martin Triche recognized the Secretary-Treasurer, who stated that she and the Grants Coordinator discussed handling non-profits regarding the usage of the APCC. She then stated that she is proposing no free rentals of the facility, the non-profit agencies must incur the normal rental rates, quasi-public agencies (Sheriff s Office, Council on Aging, etc.) supported by parish millages will use for 50% off the normal rental rate depending on the nature of use and the Police Jury administration will make the final determination. She also stated that currently we charge a fee of $75 for the use of a tractor driver but she is proposing that fee increase to $100. She explained that the driver is there for 8 hrs. getting paid time and a half so the fee does not cover the salary. She then stated that the biggest rental usage is riding horses and that fee is $5 per horse per hr. She then requested that the fee be increased to $10 per horse per hr. Police Juror Chris Carter suggested that if the tractor driver is needed the renter should pay the cost of the employee being there. In response, the Secretary-Treasurer stated that the cost can t be determined before hand because they don t know how long the driver will be on site. A brief discussion was then held regarding the cost and the fee for a tractor driver if a parish employee is used. Following the discussion, the committee agreed to charge $25 a hr. with a minimal of 10 hrs. 6. Committee member Ron Alcorn offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the committee approve amending the rental rates at the Ag Center to $10 per horse per hour and $25 a hr with a minimal of 10 hrs. for a tractor driver along with the verbage for no free usage as presented effective January 1, The motion was unanimously adopted. 7. Committee member Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the committee approve the Housing and Community Development staff to attend the LIHEAP Training in Baton Rouge, December 4-5, 2018 at a cost of $720. The motion was unanimously adopted. 8. Chairman Martin Triche recognized the Grants Coordinator, who stated that she is proposing an increase in the usage rates for the APCC since the rental rates for the facility have been the same for some years now. She also stated that the cost incurred at the facility is not being recouped with an event. She stated that she compared the rates to several facilities compatible with smaller sq. footage with less amenities and their rental rate is $1,000 for 10 hrs which includes set up, event, clean up, no kitchen usage, no outdoor area, etc. She mentioned another facility that is similar in esthetics and stated that the cost is $3,000 for 4 hrs. plus the chairs and tables have to be rented. In response, the Secretary-Treasurer explained and reviewed the budget worksheet relative to the APCC, revenues are $93,000, salaries are $63,000, utility cost is $73,000 and insurance $53,000. She added that the Jury knew that the facility would never bring in enough to sustain itself so it was linked to the public building fund. Following a brief discussion, Chairman Martin Triche recommended that the committee approve the recommended adjustments effective January 1, In response, he stated that the public component and benefits are met with the School Board. He also stated that people from out of town rent the facility because of the quality and the rental cost. The Grants Coordinator added that speaking with vendors (caterers, decorators, etc.) that frequent the facility they expressed that the APCC is by far the most inexpensive and accommodating venue they have serviced. She then requested that the suggested set up fee be removed from the changes.

4 9. Committee member Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the committee approve the updated guidelines and usage rates for the Assumption Parish Community Center with the exclusion of the suggested set up fee effective January 1, The motion was unanimously adopted. 10. Committee member Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, there being no further business to come before the Finance Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Martin S. Triche Finance Committee Chairman

5 Road & Bridge Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, November 28, :10 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Chris Carter, Vice-Chairman; Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Patrick Johnson, Mr. Booster Breaux, Mr. Martin Triche. Committee members recorded as absent were: Mr. Henry Dupre, Mr. Myron Matherne,. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Ron Alcorn, Mr. Irving Comeaux. 2. Vice-Chairman Chris Carter recognized the Project Coordinator, who stated that some minor changes were made by adding to the language and specified under requirement who has the right to vote. He then stated that an additional amendment is needed under requirements #2 relative to 100% residents/property owner. He requested that the word property owner be removed which would give more leeway for the speed bump actual location. 3. Committee member Patrick Johnson offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the committee approve the minor revisions to the speed bump policy and procedures. The motion was unanimously adopted. 4. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Patrick Johnson, THAT, the committee approve adding the following matters to the agenda. The motion was unanimously adopted. 5. Vice-Chairman Chris Carter recognized Police Juror Irving Comeaux, who stated that DOTD is working on the Amelia Bridge and is requesting that the south part of the Bayou Bouef Road that runs on the side of the bridge be closed until the end of December. The OHSEP Director stated that the DOTD is requesting authorization to close the road and the contractor will provide all of the barricades for the closure. 6. Vice-Chairman Chris Carter requested comments, questions or concerns regarding the closure of the south part of the Bayou Bouef Road on the side of the Amelia Bridge. Following three (3) calls, there were no comments received. 7. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, the Police Jury approve closure of the south part of Bayou Bouef Road that runs on the side of the Amelia Bridge until the end of December. The motion was unanimously adopted. 8. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, THAT, there being no further business to come before Road & Bridge Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The motion was unanimously adopted. Kim M. Torres Secretary-Treasurer Chris Carter, Vice Chairman Road & Bridge Committee

6 Engineering/Grants Committee Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, November 14, :30 O clock p.m. 1. Committee members recorded as present were: Mr. Irving Comeaux, Chairman; Mr. Jeff Naquin, Mr. Ron Alcorn, Mr. Martin Triche. Committee member recorded as absent was: Mr. Henry Dupre. Other Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Patrick Johnson, Mr. Chris Carter, Mr. Booster Breaux. 2. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the Parish Engineer, who stated that the Elmfield Lighting Enhancement Phase II Longwood Drive Project was approved at the last meeting but he didn t include the engineering contract therefore, he is requesting approval. 3. Committee member Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the committee approve an engineering contract with C.J. Savoie for the Elmfield Lighting Enhancement Phase II Longwood Drive Project. The motion was unanimously adopted. 4. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the OHSEP Director, who stated that both of the CDBG Gustav/Ike Disaster Recover Grant projects will require a budget amendment of $100,000 each. He then recommended a resolution for a tier 1 amendment to the Marais Oxidation Pond and the Wastewater Generator Projects. 5. Committee member Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the committee approve adoption of a resolution for a tier 1 amendment to the Marais Oxidation Pond and the Wastewater Generator Project in the amount of $100,000 each. The motion was unanimously adopted. 6. The OHSEP Director stated that a request was received for a hardship variance on the front setback at 221 South Bay Rd for a 20x20 recreational building. He stated that he has no objections. Committee member Ron Alcorn stated that he reviewed the policy for setbacks and variances and would like some additional language added to the requirements. 7. Committee member Ron Alcorn offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the committee approve granting a hardship variance on the front setbacks for a recreational building at 221 South Bay Rd. The motion was unanimously adopted. 8. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the Parish Engineer, who stated that he received bids on Wednesday and the 1 st lowest bidder was LA Contractors LLC who withdrew his bid within the 48 hrs. time period. He then stated that the 2 nd lowest bidder had some discrepancy on State Bid form therefore, he is recommending that he be passed over and accept the 3 rd lowest bidder, Byron E. Talbot Contractor Inc. with a bid of $839,410. The OHSEP Director recommended acceptance. He stated that there is unused funding in the budget to cover the increase. Police Juror Patrick Johnson requested that language be placed in the contract for minority contractors to participate in the project in that perspective district. 9. Committee member Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the committee approve the low bidder, Byron E. Talbot Contractor, Inc., for the Marais Oxidation Pond Sewer Treatment Rehab Project in the amount of $839,410. The motion was unanimously adopted. 10. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the OHSEP Director, who stated that he received EPA approval. He then recognized the Parish Engineer, who stated that bids were received on November 14, 2018 for the Parish Wastewater Plants Generator Installation Project and the low bidder was B.E.T. Construction Inc. in the amount of $473,923. He then recommended approval. 11. Committee member Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the committee approve the low bid of $473,923 submitted by B.E.T. Construction Inc. for the Parish Wastewater Plants Generator Installation Project. The motion was unanimously adopted. 12. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the Grants Coordinator, who stated that the Assumption Parish Waterworks wants to replace the air actuator valve in plant 4. She stated that the total project is $96,000 and the funding available in the CWEF is $79,200 therfore, the Waterworks would be responsible to fund the remaining $17,400. She then requested approval to submit the application on their behalf. 13. Committee member Ron Alcorn offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the committee approve and authorize the Grants Coordinator to submit the CWEF Funding application for an Air Actuator Valve on behalf of the Assumption Parish Waterworks. The motion was unanimously adopted.

7 14. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the OHSEP Director, who stated that there was a meeting with the parties/parishes that are affected under the Bayou Chene Flood Protection Project. He stated that there is some federal funding that s available under GOMESA and the Restore Act funding. He stated that many parishes are using this funding mechanism to help assist them in putting this project together. He stated that St. Mary Levee District wants the commitment that the Parish will commit to funding this in the future and draft an agreement stating so. Committee member Martin Triche stated that when they left the meeting it was clear that each parish wanted to allow their legal advisor to review the intergovernmental agreement that was being proposed. He then stated that he has not received the document as of yet. He then suggested that an be sent to Mr. Tim Mott regarding the agreement and once received allow the ADA and the Jurors to review so that it can be in place by the end of the year. He further stated that the Police Jury should consider this as priority over other suggested projects. 15. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the committee approve considering utilizing the federal funds available in GOMESA and Restore Act for the Bayou Chene Flood Protection Project. The motion was unanimously adopted. 16. Chairman Irving Comeaux recognized the OHSEP Director, who stated that there was an issue with the review appraisal for the Cancienne Canal. He then suggested the use of drainage funds to pay for a review appraisal to get the project moving. In response, he requested that up to $3,000 be allocated. 17. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the committee approve up to $3,000 to finalize a review appraisal for the Cancienne Canal Project. The motion was unanimously adopted. 18. Committee member Martin Triche offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the Police Jury approve adding the following matter to the agenda. The motion was unanimously adopted. 19. Committee member Jeff Naquin stated that Mr. Terry Bourg requested a variance to build a shed on parish servitude but the suggestion was made that he now purchase the property. In response, the ADA stated that what has to be determined when the Parish is attempting to dispose of public immovable property at private sale, is that the property is no longer needed for public purposes. He stated that this particular land is used for drainage and would still require a right of way therefore, under the LA Revised Statue the Parish would not meet that criteria and will not be able to sell it to Mr. Bourg. Committee member Martin Triche stated that he is not sure the Parish owns the property. He stated that he reviewed the map and stated that right of way was granted to the Parish to maintain the streets but the estate retained the title to the land. Therefore, the Parish cannot grant authority for variance or sale. 20. Committee member Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, 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

8 Regular Meeting Of the Assumption Parish Police Jury Wednesday, November 28, :00 O clock p.m. 1. The Regular Meeting of the Assumption Parish Police Jury was called to order by Police Jury President Martin S. Triche in the Assumption Parish Police Jury Chambers located at 4813 Highway 1, Napoleonville, Louisiana. 2. Police Jurors recorded as present were: Mr. Ron Alcorn, Ward 1; Mr. Jeff Naquin, Ward 2; Mr. Irving Comeaux, Ward 3; Mr. Patrick Johnson, Ward 4; Mr. Martin Triche, Ward 5; Mr. Chris Carter, Ward 6; Mr. Booster Breaux, Ward 8. Police Jurors recorded as absent were: Mr. Henry Dupre, Ward 7; Mr. Myron Matherne, Ward President Martin Triche led the Prayer and Police Juror Chris Carter led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 4. Police Juror Patrick Johnson offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, THAT, the Police Jury approve the minutes of November 14, The motion was unanimously adopted. 5. President Martin Triche opened the meeting for any public comments, questions or concerns regarding the items listed on the agenda. Following three (3) calls, there were no comments received. 6. President Martin Triche recognized Drainage Committee Acting Chairman Irving Comeaux, who stated that the committee met and discussed the clearing of the Labadieville Canal behind Live Oak & Sophie St. subdivisions. He stated that the committee authorized the Parish Manager to meet with the landowner. 7. President Martin Triche recognized Personnel Committee Chairman Booster Breaux, who stated that the committee met and recommended the following; the transfer of an equipment operator to a maintenance worker, 3% cost of living increase for all employees for 2019, changed title of Intake Worker to Intake Specialist/Coordinator, and changed the accountant from a grade 6 to a grade 8 in accordance with the job posting. 8. Police Juror Booster Breaux offered a motion seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the Police Jury approve the Personnel Committee report as presented. The motion was unanimously adopted. (resolutions attached) 9. President Martin Triche stated that the Finance Committee met and recommended the following matters; payment of the bills submitted through November 21, 2018, accepted budget comparison for October 2018, amended Ag Center usage contact relative to riding fees increase from $5 per hr. to $10, tractor driver fee increased from a flat rate of $75 per day to $25 per hr with a minimum of 10 hrs per day, no free rentals for non-profit agencies and quasi-public agencies, supported by parish tax milliages, will pay 50% of normal rental rate effective January 1, 2019, Housing & Community Development staff to attend LIHEAP Training, December 4-5, 2018 in Baton Rouge at a cost of $720 and updated guidelines and usage rates for APCC except for suggested set up fees effective January 1, Police Juror Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the Police Jury approve the Finance Committee report as presented. The motion was unanimously adopted. (resolutions attached) 11. President Martin Triche recognized Road & Bridge Committee Vice Chairman Chris Carter, who stated that the committee met and recommended the minor revisions to the speed bumps policy and procedures and the closure of Bayou Boeuf side road until the end of December. 12. Police Juror Chris Carter 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. (resolutions attached) 13. President Martin Triche recognized Engineering/Grants Committee Chairman Irving Comeaux, who stated that the committee met and recommended the following matters: engineering contract for Elmfield Lighting Enhancement Phase II of Longwood Dr. Lighting Project. budget amendment to the CDBG Gustav/Ike Disaster Recovery Grant, hardship variance on the front setbacks for a recreational building at 221 South Bay Rd., 3 rd lowest bidder for the Marais Oxidation Pond Sewer Treatment Rehabilitation OCCD/DR Number 04PA2309, low bidder for Parish Wastewater Plants Generator Installation CDBG-Disaster Recovery Program EPA State & Tribal Assistance, Assumption Parish OCD/DR Project No. 04PARA2302, authorize the Grants Coordinator to submit the CWEF Funding application (APWW), discussed the Bayou Chene Flood

9 Protection Project and committee funding towards the project, received an update on the Disaster Recovery Grants and approved up to $3,000 for the Cancienne Canal final review appraisal. 14. Police Juror Irving Comeaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, THAT, the Police Jury approve the Engineering/Grants Committee report as presented. The motion was unanimously adopted. (resolutions attached) 15. President Martin Triche recognized the Secretary-Treasurer, who stated that 6 months to 1 yr. ago Mr. Paul Gilmore and other bikers appeared before the Police Jury and requested bike signs be put along the Highway and the Parish approved. She then stated that the signs are in but DOTD will not install the signs unless the Paris has an adopted plan. She then stated that the Parish had previously worked on a plan with SCPDC that is under revision and will be modified within the next 2 years. She further requested that the Police Jury adopt the plan as DOTD has agreed to accept it. 16. Police Juror Irving Comeaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the Police Jury approve adopting the Assumption Parish Regional Bike and Pedestrian Plan. The motion was unanimously adopted. 17. President Martin Triche recognized the Secretary-Treasurer, who stated that the Intergovernmental Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Assumption Parish Police Jury and the Clerk of Court was provided by the ADA for approval. President Martin Triche recognized the ADA who stated that the document includes all of the obligations that were discussed previously. He then stated that the Police Jury needs to set up the appropriate reciprocal parameters stating how the process will move forward. The Secretary-Treasurer stated that she spoke with the Clerk of Court, who had some questions, and advised her to submit them but they have not been received. In response to President Martin Triche s suggestion to table, the ADA asked that it be adopted to allow the process to move forward. He also stated that if there are any changes of substance he will bring forth before the Jury for re-approval but if there are minor adjustments, he will make the changes and the Parish can move forward. In response, he stated that the DA is in approval with the agreement and has signed off on it. In regards to concerns of Mr. Alcorn, the ADA stated that the building belongs to the Police Jury and it s the Jury s services that will be provided to upkeep, maintain and move in and out The Secretary-Treasurer informed Mr. Alcorn that these services are provided by the Police Jury now. 18. Police Juror Jeff Naquin offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Patrick Johnson, THAT, the Police Jury approve an Intergovernmental Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Assumption Parish Police Jury and the Clerk of Court. The motion was unanimously adopted. 19. Police Juror Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, THAT, the Police Jury approve adoption of a resolution to the State legislature to re-allocate 1 mill of an existing 5 mill of the Assumption Parish ad-valorem tax paid to the Atchafalaya Basin Levee District to the Assumption Parish Bayou Chene Project. The motion was unanimously adopted. (resolution attached) 20. Police Juror Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the Police Jury approve an occupational license for Anderson Group, Buddy s Drive Inn and Bricolage Market, LLC. the motion was unanimously adopted. 21. Police Juror Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, THAT, the Police Jury approve a liquor license application for Laurey Coupel. The motion was unanimously adopted. 22. Police Juror Booster Breaux offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, 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

10 On a motion by Mr. Booster Breaux, seconded by Mr. Jeff Naquin, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED, that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and amend rental rates/user fees as applicable: Agricultural Center $10 per horse per hour Agricultural Center Tractor Driver $25.00/hour (Minimal of 10 hours) $ Community Center See Attached All increases shall be effective January 1, 2019.

11 On a motion by Mr. Chris Carter, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve the temporary closing of a portion of the Bayou Boeuf Road on the side of the Amelia Bridge until the end of December.

12 On a motion by Mr. Chris Carter, seconded by Mr. Booster Breaux, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby amend the Speed Bump Policy with minimal changes on Page 2 as if refers to the removal of the terminology property owners.

13 On a motion by Mr. Jeff Naquin, seconded by Mr. Patrick Johnson, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and authorize its President, Martin S. Triche to sign the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Assumption Parish Clerk of Court regarding the construction of the new Clerk of Court building.

14 On a motion by Mr. Booster Breaux, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and adopt the South Central Regional Bike and Ped Plan Assumption Facilities as outlined in the SCPDC map.

15 On a motion by Mr. Irving Comeaux, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve an engineering contract with CJ Savoie Consulting Engineers for the Elmfield Lighting Enhancement Phase II Longwood Drive Project in the amount of $8,000.

16 On a motion by Mr. Irving Comeaux, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and grant a hardship variance on the front setback requirements for a recreational building at 221 South Bay Road in the Pierre Part Community. Abstain: 0

17 On a motion by Mr. Irving Comeaux, and seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, the following resolution was adopted: AUTHORIZING A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE ASSUMPTION PARISH CDBG GUSTAV/IKE DISASTER RECOVERY GRANT BUDGET TO INCREASE FUNDING FOR THE PARISH SEWER IMPROVEMENTS AND GENERATORS AND THE MARAIS OXIDATION POND WHEREAS, the Assumption Parish Police Jury has been awarded a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement totaling $27,079,387 for Gustave Ike Disaster Recovery, which includes $200,000 from the Sustainable Coastal Communities Program, and WHEREAS, the current budget for the Parish Sewer Improvements and Generators 04PARA2302 is $798, and based upon the actual low bid received and the current project budget estimate, the Parish needs to request a budget amendment to increase the grant amount to $898,670.00, and WHEREAS, the current budget for the Marais Oxidation Pond 04PARA2309 is $997, and based upon the actual low bid received and the current project budget estimate, the Parish needs to request a budget amendment to increase the grant amount to $1,097,448.00, and WHEREAS, there are sufficient funds in the Unallocated line item to move total of $200,000 to achieve the budget amendment request, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Police Jury of Assumption Parish does hereby authorize both a Tier I and individual Project Budget amendments to the CDBG Gustav/Ike Disaster Recovery Grant Budget to provide for an increase of $100,000 each for the Parish Sewer Improvements and Generators 04PARA2302 and the Marais Oxidation Pond 04PARA2309, which will result in a decrease of $200,000 in the Unallocated Funds line item.

18 On a motion by Mr. Irving Comeaux, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and accept the low bidder of $839,410 from Byron E. Talbot Contractor, Inc. for the Marais Oxidation Pond Sewer Treatment Rehab Project. Abstain 0

19 On a motion by Mr. Irving Comeaux, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and accept the apparent low bidder for the Parish Wastewater Plants Generator Installations Project in the amount of $473,923 from B.E.T. Construction, Inc.

20 On a motion by Mr. Booster Breaux, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and authorize a change in grade and step for Accountant, Melissa Rivere, from a Grade 6 Step 40 to a Grade 8 Step 26 effective January 1, Abstain: 0

21 On a motion by Mr. Booster Breaux, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve the change in Job Title and Description of Intake Worker II to that of Intake Specialist/Coordinator as it relates to Ms. Markel Buchanan to be effective January 1, 2019 and incorporated into the Organization Structure Manual.

22 On a motion by Mr. Booster Breaux, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve a 3% cost of living increase for all employees to be effective January 1, 2019.

23 On a motion by Mr. Booster Breaux, seconded by Mr. Ron Alcorn, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and authorize the permanent transfer of Equipment Operator, Camille Christy to R&B Maintenance Worker effective immediately with no change in grade or step.

24 On a motion by Mr. Irving Comeaux, seconded by Mr. Chris Carter, the following resolution was adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that the Assumption Parish Police Jury does hereby approve and authorize the Assumption Parish Waterworks Air Actuator Valves Replacement Project for submission for the CWEF Funding application.