?PROCEEDINGS
CAMERON PARISH
POLICE JURY
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
The Cameron Parish Police Jury met in regular session on Friday, September 2, 2022, in the Cameron Parish West Annex Board Room in the Village of Cameron, Louisiana at 2:00 o’clock P.M. The following members were present: Mr. Curtis Fountain, Mr. Joe Dupont, Mr. Thomas McDaniel, Mr. Scott Trahan, Mr. Lawrence Faulk, Mr. McKinley Guidry, Mr. Magnus McGee, and Mr. Kirk Quinn. No member was absent.
There were no public comments on the agenda items.
There was nothing to discuss on Hurricane Insurance Litigation, there executive session was not called.
It was moved by Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried, that the reading of the minutes shall be dispensed with and approved.
It was moved by Mr. McDaniel, seconded by Mr. McGee, and carried, the board hereby approves to add the following item to the agenda: (Item 26) President authority to sign a resolution of support for a grant from NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation, Transformational Habitat Restoration and Coastal Resilience Grant NOAA-NMFS-HCPO-2022-2007195 to extend the breakwaters on the Rockefeller Shoreline Protection Project.
It was moved by Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried, that the application for the following drilling and pipeline permit be and the same are hereby approved with the stipulations set forth by the respective Gravity Drainage Districts, Mr. Trahan abstained from voting:
a. Venture Global CP Express, LLC – Cameron Latitude 30 7 19.47, Longitude -93 28 20.76, (proposed CP Express Project; construction of approximately 85.4 miles of 48-inch diameter natural gas pipeline (the CP Express Pipeline), 6.0 miles of 24-inch diameter lateral pipeline, and associated above ground facilities (collectively, Pipeline System) to connect the proposed CP2 LNG Terminal to the existing pipeline grid in East Texas and Southwest Louisiana. This application covers the facilities within the Louisiana Coastal Zone located in Calcasieu and Cameron Parishes and includes a 45.2-mile-long section of the CP Express Pipeline, the Moss Lake Compressor Station, and tow standalone mainline valves), Cameron Parish, LA. (220905)
It was moved by Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried, that the applications for the following permits be and the same are hereby approved with the stipulations set forth by the respective Gravity Drainage Districts, with the exception of Agenda Item 8c Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA), which was moved to table by Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. Quinn and carried, Mr. Trahan abstained from voting on item 8d:
a. Sabine Pass LNG, L.P. – Johnson Bayou, Section 17, T15S, R15W, (proposed Noble Tract Geotechnical Project; for geotechnical evaluation), Cameron Parish, LA. (220901)
b. John M. Duhon – Holly Beach, Latitude 29 46 12.8, Longitude -93 26 43.4, (proposed restoration of property damaged by hurricanes, storms, improper drainage for development of future home site.), Cameron Parish, LA. (220902)
c. Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) – tabled to next meeting.
d. Venture Global CP2 LNG, LLC – Cameron, Latitude 29 46 58.99, Longitude -93 19 1.65, (Venture Global CP2 LNG, LLC (CP2 LNG Terminal) Project; proposed to construct and operate natural gas liquefaction, storage, and export facilities at a proposed liquefied natural gas (LNG) Terminal on the east side of the Calcasieu Ship Channel. CP2 LNG’s proposed development will be constructed on approximately 737.3 acres of the mainland (Terminal Site) and shoreline of Monkey Island (Marine Facilities). The Terminal Site will include pretreatment facilities, a liquefaction plant and support facilities, four LNG storage tanks, power generation facilities, and ancillary facilities. The Marine Facilities will include two LNG carrier loading docks and accompanying turning basins.), Cameron Parish, LA. (220904)
e. Christopher Hebert – Klondike, Latitude 30 1 45.52, Longitude -92 44 10.43, (proposed excavation of pond measuring (50’x80’) to provide fill material for RV pad and leveling of property, all material to remain on property, construction of a RV canopy, driveway, and installation of utilities; this development is located across the road (Louisiana Ave.) from waterfront. Construction of 60’ wharf and covered deck measuring (30’x40’) will be developed on waterfront of Lot 1, in Sippin & Dippin Subdivision.), Cameron Parish, LA. (220906)
f. Will Miller – Klondike, Latitude 30 1 46.88, Longitude -92 44 08.29, (proposed excavation of pond measuring (50’x80’) to provide fill material for RV pad and leveling of property, all material will remain on property, construction of a RV canopy, driveway, and installation of utilities; this development is located across the road (Louisiana Ave.) from waterfront. Construction of 60’ wharf and covered deck measuring (30’x40’) will be developed on waterfront of Lot 2, in Sippin & Dippin Subdivision), Cameron Parish, LA. (220907)
It was moved by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Dupont, can carried the board hereby approves to open a public hearing to hear and consider comments for the proposed amendments to Chapter 20 Article I Fire Protections Ordinances.
CHANGE TO READ:
DIVISION 2 – HACKBERRY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 1
ADD THE FOLLOWING:
BE IT ORDAINED by the Police Jury of Cameron Parish, Louisiana, as the governing authority of Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1, that a fire department to be hereafter known as the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1, the object of which shall be the prevention of fire, and protection of life and property, within the limits of Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1 of Cameron Parish, Louisiana, is hereby created as follows.
CHANGE TO READ:
Sec. 20-15. – Officers / Board of Directors
DELETE:
The president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer of the parish police jury shall be ex officio president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer of the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1 of Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
ADD THE FOLLOWING:
There shall be a Board of Directors of the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1 comprised of 5 officers. The 5 officers shall be comprised as follows:
•(1) Police Jury Member of ward six or a qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protection District No.1, appointed by the Police Jury Member of ward six;
•(1) A qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1, as appointed by the Police Jury;
•(1) A qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protections District No. 1, as appointed by the Police Jury.
•(1) A qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protections District No. 1, with Fire Prevention experience, as appointed by the Police Jury.
•(1) A qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protections District No. 1, with Fire Prevention experience, as appointed by the Police Jury.
The Board shall appoint a President, Vice-President and Secretary/Treasurer
ADD THE FOLLOWING:
Sec. 20-18. – Terms.
Two of the initial members of the board shall hold office until two year from the January first immediately succeeding their appointment.
Three members shall hold office until three years from the January first immediately succeeding their appointment, the respective terms to be determined by lot.
Thereafter, each member appointed shall serve for a term of five years. Members are eligible for reappointment. If a vacancy occurs, it shall be filled for the unexpired term by the body originally making the appointment so vacated.
Sec. 20-19. – Meeting dates.
Regular meetings shall be once per month at the Fire Station. Special meetings may be held at any time by order of the Chief or President of the board upon giving at least one day’s notice and the time and place of meeting.
There were no written or oral comments to address, therefore it was moved by Mr. Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried, the public hearing was declared closed.
The following amendment to Chapter 20 Article I Fire Protections Ordinances was offered by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and declared adopted. The vote was recorded as follows:
FOR: Curtis Fountain, Joe Dupont, Thomas McDaniel, Scott Trahan, Lawrence Faulk, McKinley Guidry, Magnus McGee, and Kirk Quinn.
AGAINST: None
ABSENT: None
AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 20 ARTICLE I FIRE PROTECTIONS ORDINANCES.
CHANGE TO READ:
DIVISION 2 – HACKBERRY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 1
ADD THE FOLLOWING:
BE IT ORDAINED by the Police Jury of Cameron Parish, Louisiana, as the governing authority of Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1, that a fire department to be hereafter known as the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1, the object of which shall be the prevention of fire, and protection of life and property, within the limits of Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1 of Cameron Parish, Louisiana, is hereby created as follows.
CHANGE TO READ:
Sec. 20-15. – Officers / Board of Directors
DELETE:
The president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer of the parish police jury shall be ex officio president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer of the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1 of Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
ADD THE FOLLOWING:
There shall be a Board of Directors of the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1 comprised of 5 officers. The 5 officers shall be comprised as follows:
•(1) Police Jury Member of ward six or a qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protection District No.1, appointed by the Police Jury Member of ward six;
•(1) A qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. 1, as appointed by the Police Jury;
•(1) A qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protections District No. 1, as appointed by the Police Jury.
•(1) A qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protections District No. 1, with Fire Prevention experience, as appointed by the Police Jury.
•(1) A qualified voter and resident of the Hackberry Fire Protections District No. 1, with Fire Prevention experience, as appointed by the Police Jury.
The Board shall appoint a President, Vice-President and Secretary/Treasurer
ADD THE FOLLOWING:
Sec. 20-18. – Terms.
Two of the initial members of the board shall hold office until two year from the January first immediately succeeding their appointment.
Three members shall hold office until three years from the January first immediately succeeding their appointment, the respective terms to be determined by lot.
Thereafter, each member appointed shall serve for a term of five years. Members are eligible for reappointment. If a vacancy occurs, it shall be filled for the unexpired term by the body originally making the appointment so vacated.
Sec. 20-19. – Meeting dates.
Regular meetings shall be once per month at the Fire Station. Special meetings may be held at any time by order of the Chief or President of the board upon giving at least one day’s notice and the time and place of meeting.
It was moved by Mr. Trahan, seconded by Mr. McDaniel, and carried, the board hereby appoints Tammy Vincent, for the remainder of term to the open seat due to the death of Cecil Clark on the Cameron Water & Wastewater District No. One Board.
It was moved by Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. McGee, and carried, the board hereby reappoints Jared Desormeaux to the Gravity Drainage District No. Nine Board.
It was moved by Mr. Trahan, seconded by Mr. McDaniel, and carried, the board hereby reappoints Ryan Mallory to the Gravity Drainage District No. Three Board.
It was moved by Mr. Trahan, seconded by Mr. McDaniel, and carried, the board hereby tables the expired appointment of Robin Morales to the Waterworks District No. Board.
It was moved by Mr. McGee, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried the board hereby ratifies the name correction for the Gravity Drainage District No. Nine Board appointment last month, the name appointed was Grant Gremillion and it should have been Gordan Gremillion.
It was moved by Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried, the board hereby appoints Curtis Fountain for a 2 year term to the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. One Board.
It was moved by Mr. McGee, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried, the board hereby appoints Ricky Maddox for a 2 year term to the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. One Board.
It was moved by Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried, the board hereby appoints Robert Silver for a 3 year term to the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. One Board.
It was moved by Mr. McGee, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried, the board hereby appoints Lawrence “Butch” Little for a 3 year term to the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. One Board.
It was moved by Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried, the board hereby appoints Gerald Landry for a 3 year term to the Hackberry Fire Protection District No. One Board.
It was moved by Mr. McDaniel, seconded by Mr. Trahan, and carried, the board hereby accepts the resignation of Delisa LaLande from the Lower Cameron Hospital Service District Board, appoints Allyson Bourriaque for the remainder of term, and authorizes empowers, and directs the secretary to send a letter of appreciation to the Ms. LaLande for her service to the board.
It was moved by Mr. Trahan, seconded by Mr. McDaniel, and carried, the board hereby accepts the resignation of Nedia Trahan from the Lower Cameron Hospital Service District Board, appoints Mary Canik for the remainder of term, and authorizes empowers, and directs the secretary to send a letter of appreciation to the Ms. Trahan for her service to the board.
It was moved by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried, the board hereby grants authority to renew the contract with the Picard Group for State and Federal lobbying serves, and authorizes, empowers, and directs the President to sign the contracts with Guarantee Restoration Services and Cotton Commercial USA, Inc. for Emergency Remediation and Stabilization Services.
It was moved by Mr. McDaniel, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried, the following resolution is declared duly adopted:
RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO. 1157
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF CAMERON
RESOLUTION GRANTING THE AUTHORITY TO THE PARISH ADMINISTRATOR, TO SIGN ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS, REGARDING GENERAL LIABILITY, COMMERCIAL AUTOMOBILE, WORKERS COMPENSATION, AND VFIS INSURANCE.
WHEREAS, the Cameron Parish Police Jury Convened in Regular Session on the 2nd day of September 2022 and does hereby authorize the execution documents pertaining to General Liability, Commercial Automobile, Workers Compensation, and VFIS insurance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cameron Parish Police Jury does hereby authorize the Administrator, Katie Armentor, for and on behalf of the Cameron Parish Police Jury, to sign all necessary documents regarding General Liability, Commercial Automobile, Workers Compensation, and VFIS Insurance.
THUS, DONE AND ADOPTED by the Cameron Parish Police Jury, in regular session convened on this 2nd day of September 2022.
APPROVED:
CURTIS FOUNTAIN,
PRESIDENT
CAMERON PARISH
POLICE JURY
ATTEST:
MARY B CARROLL,
SECRETARY
It was moved by Mr. McDaniel, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried, the following Proclamation is declared duly adopted:
PROCLAMATION
LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH 2022
CAMERON PARISH
WHEREAS, a library card is the most important school supply of all; and
WHEREAS, signing up for a library card is the first step towards academic achievement and lifelong learning; and
WHEREAS, libraries play an important role in the education and development of children; and
WHEREAS, library programs serve students of all ages, from early literacy to homework help to GED classes; and
WHEREAS, librarians lead the way in creating inclusive spaces and developing diverse collections for children and people of all backgrounds to connect and learn together; and
WHEREAS, libraries bridge the digital divide by providing a full range of information and services to children and adult learners; and
WHEREAS, libraries continue to transform and expand their services in ways that meet the needs of the communities they serve and open a world of infinite possibilities through resources and services to help people pursue their passions and give students the tools to succeed in school and beyond.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Curtis Fountain, President of the Cameron Parish Police Jury proclaim September 2022 Library Card Sign-Up Month in Cameron Parish, Louisiana and encourage everyone to sign up for their own Library card today at the Cameron Parish Library System.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 2nd day of September 2022.
CURTIS FOUNTAIN,
PRESIDENT
CAMERON PARISH
POLICE JURY
ATTEST:
MARY B CARROLL,
SECRETARY
It was moved by Mr. McDaniel, seconded by Mr. Trahan, and carried, the board hereby authorizes, to extend the current temporary food truck ordinance in the Village of Cameron until December 31, 2022.
It was moved by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried, the board hereby authorizes for T-Chene Services, to clean the abandoned property located at 121 Mallard Lane, Grand Lake, LA, per Ordinance No. Article IV, Section 9-37, Grass, Weed & Cleanliness and Ordinance No. Article II, Section 9-19, Abandoned Property, due to them having the lowest bid in the amount of Two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500.00).
It was moved by Mr. McGee, seconded by Mr. Guidry, and carried, the following Resolution is declared duly adopted:
RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO. 1158
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF CAMERON
RESOLUTION GRANTING THE AUTHORITY TO THE PARISH TREASURER, TO SIGN FEMA OBLIGATION PURCHASES NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND AND 00/100 DOLLARS ($250,000.00).
WHEREAS, the Cameron Parish Police Jury Convened in Regular Session on the 2nd day of September 2022 and does hereby authorize FEMA obligation purchases.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cameron Parish Police Jury does hereby authorize the Treasurer, Kayla Johnson, for and on behalf of the Cameron Parish Police Jury, to sign all necessary documents regarding FEMA obligation purchases not to exceed Two hundred fifty thousand and 00/100 dollars ($250,000.00).
THUS, DONE AND ADOPTED by the Cameron Parish Police Jury, in regular session convened on this 2nd day of September 2022.
APPROVED:
CURTIS FOUNTAIN,
PRESIDENT
CAMERON PARISH
POLICE JURY
ATTEST:
MARY B CARROLL,
SECRETARY
It was moved by Mr. Trahan, seconded by Mr. McDaniel, and carried, the board hereby approves the Temporary Variance for Lower Cameron Hospital District, 5360 West Creole Hwy, Cameron, LA 70631 for Emergency Care and ER Services until the damaged hospital is repaired or rebuilt.
It was moved by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Trahan, and carried, the board hereby accepts to proceed on Batch 1 Demo PPDR Properties, once contractor is procured and contract is signed.
It was moved by Mr. Faulk, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried, the board hereby authorizes, empowers, and directs the Building Inspector to send Notice of Condemnation Hearing to all the properties on the condemnation list for the PPDR Program Batch 2.
It was moved by Mr. Dupont, seconded by Mr. Trahan, and carried, the board hereby authorizes to lift the hiring freeze until further notice, but jury must give authority to advertise to hire.
It was moved by Mr. Trahan, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried, the board hereby grants authority to advertise to hire two (2) road & bridge employees to replace 2 employees that quit.
It was moved by Mr. McDaniel, seconded by Mr. Faulk and carried, the board hereby approves the introduction of the redistricting ordinance for an 8 member jury. The vote was recorded as follows:
FOR: Thomas McDaniel, Scott Trahan, Lawrence Faulk, McKinley Guidry, and Magnus McGee
AGAINST: Curtis Fountain, Joe Dupont, and Kirk Quinn
ABSENT: None
It was moved by Mr. McGee, seconded by Mr. Trahan, and carried, the board hereby accepts the monthly financial statements and budget to actual comparison report.
It was moved by Mr. Faulk, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried, the Treasurer is hereby authorized, empowered and directed to pay August 2022 bills. Mr. Quinn recused himself from voting.
It was moved by Mr. Faulk, seconded by Mr. Dupont, and carried, the following Resolution was declared duly adopted:
RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO. 1156
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF CAMERON
WHEREAS, Southwest Coastal Louisiana remains highly susceptible to a host of environmental factors including tropical storm impacts, coastal flooding, shoreline erosion, saltwater intrusion and loss of wetlands and habitats due to land subsidence, sea-level rise, the area’s low elevation, flat terrain, and close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico; and
WHEREAS, Collectively, these environmental factors have led to expansive land loss and ecosystem degradation along Cameron Parish’s approximately 75-mile coastline; and
WHEREAS, Cameron Parish Police Jury understands that continued land loss and ecosystem degradation threatens Southwest Coastal Louisiana’s community resiliency including public safety, diverse employment opportunities, economic viability of its growing industries (including LNG) and natural resource productivity; and
WHEREAS, Cameron Parish Police Jury has identified shoreline protection as a high priority as memorialized within the Cameron Parish and Louisiana’s Coastal Master Plans; and
WHEREAS, Cameron Parish Police Jury recognizes proposed shoreline protection project as a proven and highly effective means of strengthening the Parish’s natural systems; and
WHEREAS, Proposed shoreline protection will result in the protection of coastal communities from the impacts of storms, floods and other natural hazards and enable them to recover more quickly.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CAMERON PARISH POLICE JURY, LOUISIANA, supports the Grant with NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation, Transformational Habitat Restoration and Coastal Resilience Grant NOAA-NMFS-HCPO-2022-2007195 to extend the breakwaters needed for Shoreline Protection at Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge. Utilizing this proven and innovative methodology, project will accentuate ongoing shoreline protection activities that directly benefit coastal community resiliency for the families, communities, and industries of Cameron Parish. Further, this project will directly enhance regional fish and wildlife resources and therefore provide beneficial opportunities for the citizens of Cameron Parish and the broader State of Louisiana.
The resolution was declared to be adopted on this 2nd day of September 2022.
APPROVED:
CURTIS FOUNTAIN,
PRESIDENT
CAMERON PARISH
POLICE JURY
ATTEST:
MARY B CARROLL,
SECRETARY
There being no further business, it was moved by Mr. McGee, seconded by Mr. Quinn, and carried, the meeting was declared adjourned.
APPROVED:
CURTIS FOUNTAIN,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
MARY B CARROLL,
SECRETARY
RUN: Oct. 20 (O 34)