Leesville public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Leesville City Council will consider several resolutions, including appointing Amanda Westmoreland as the new police chief. Other items include renewing an audit services contract, joining an energy‑efficiency program for the Event Center, approving completion of a street rehabilitation project, and closing city offices at noon on Christmas Eve. Routine agenda items such as monthly bills, a financial report, and a city engineer update will also be discussed.

• Resolution to renew the audit services agreement with Kolder Slaven & Company, LLC for fiscal years 2027‑2030
• Resolution to enter a customer agreement with CLECO for an energy‑efficient program at the Leesville Event Center
• Resolution to appoint Amanda Westmoreland as the new police chief of Leesville
• Resolution to approve the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project (Project No. B6-17045-DG)
• Resolution to close city offices at 12:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025

The council appointed Amanda Westmoreland as the city’s new police chief. It approved an energy‑efficiency agreement with CLECO for the Leesville Event Center, renewed the audit services contract for fiscal years 2027‑2030, and certified completion of the 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project. The agenda was amended to change “Leesville Event Center” to “MLK Center,” and the city was authorized to close at noon on Christmas Eve. All motions passed.

• Appointed Amanda Westmoreland as police chief (motion passed)
• Approved energy‑efficiency program agreement with CLECO for the Event Center (5 yes, 1 abstain, 1 absent)
• Renewed audit services contract with Kolder Slaven & Co. for FY 2027‑2030 (motion passed)
• Certified completion of 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project – Project No. B6-17045-DG (motion passed)
• Amended agenda wording from “Leesville Event Center” to “MLK Center” (7 yes, 0 no, 1 absent)
• Authorized city facilities to close at 12:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Dec 24 2025 (motion passed)

City Council

The Leesville City Council will review the FY 24/25 audit report and approve the final results. The council will also authorize the advertisement of bids to construct a new fire substation on Entrance Road and authorize a $175,721 matching fund commitment for disaster recovery engineering services.

• Approve final FY24-25 audit report
• Authorize bids for new fire substation on Entrance Road
• Authorize $175,721 matching funds for CDBG-DR engineering
• Renew audit services with Kolder Slaven & Company, LLC
• Recognize December 26, 2025 and January 2, 2026 as holidays

City Council

The Leesville City Council will consider resolutions to authorize a cooperative agreement with the Ward IV Water System for billing sewer services, commit to covering cost overruns for the Water Sector Program Phase 2, and approve a Christmas parade permit. The council also plans to cancel meetings for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

• Authorize cooperative agreement with Ward IV Water System for sewer billing
• Commit to covering cost overruns for Water Sector Program Phase 2
• Approve 2025 Christmas parade event permit
• Cancel November 24 and December 22 council meetings for holidays
• Approve monthly bills and minutes from October 27, 2025

City Council

The Leesville City Council will meet to review monthly bills and financial reports. The body will discuss a cooperative endeavor agreement with the LA Department of Veterans Affairs and a memorial walk permit. A condemnation for 1505 Aaron Street is also on the agenda.

• Condemnation of 1505 Aaron Street
• Cooperative endeavor agreement with LA Department of Veterans Affairs
• Event permit for New Birth Missionary Baptist Church memorial walk on 10th Street (Nov 22, 2025)

City Council

The Leesville City Council will consider eight resolutions, including the resignation of Chief of Police Beth Westlake, adoption of the 2025 tax millage rates, and contracts for city projects. They will also discuss a questionnaire for the state auditor, a lift‑station replacement at the ballpark, and agreements for legal counsel and airport improvements. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes, bills, and updates from the city engineer.

• Resolution to accept Chief of Police Beth Westlake's resignation effective Dec 31 2025
• Resolution to adopt 2025 millage rates: General Alimony 5.150 mills, Sewerage 8.500 mills, Streets 4.200 mills; total 17.85 mills
• Resolution to commit $175,121 for engineering fees for CDBG‑DR funds for the Louisiana Watershed Initiative
• Resolution to authorize the Mayor to sign the Notice to Proceed for the Replacement of the Ballpark Lift Station (A9‑19109‑DA)
• Resolution to authorize an agreement with LA DOTD for the airport lighting rehabilitation project

City Council

The Leesville City Council will consider four resolutions: authorizing Meyer and Associates, Inc. to prepare the FY26/27 Capital Outlay funding application; authorizing the mayor to sign a Louisiana DOTD aviation improvement agreement for the municipal airport; approving the LHS Alumni Homecoming parade permit for October 10, 2025; and approving a $45,300 contract for painting the annex municipal building and the old 911 building. The meeting also includes routine items such as monthly bills, financial reports, a city engineer update, and standard procedural openings.

• Authorize Meyer and Associates, Inc. to complete and submit the FY26/27 Capital Outlay funding application.
• Authorize the Mayor to sign and execute the LA DOTD Division of Aviation improvement agreement for municipal airport improvements.
• Approve the annual LHS Alumni Homecoming parade permit for October 10, 2025.
• Authorize payment of $45,300 to A&C Construction and Remodeling LLC for painting the annex municipal building and the old 911 building.

City Council

The Leesville City Council will meet on September 8, 2025, to conduct procedural items and vote on three resolutions. Two resolutions involve authorizing agreements with state agencies for municipal airport improvements and sewer system upgrades, while the third approves a parade permit for the Leesville Lions Club.

• Resolution to authorize mayor to sign airport improvement agreement with LA DOTD
• Resolution to commit $254,730 in general funds for Water Sector Program Phase 2 sewer improvements
• Resolution to approve Leesville Lions Club parade permit

City Council

The City Council will vote on purchasing land on Nolan Trace and consider several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and state agreements. The body will also discuss a proposed expansion of the city's corporate boundaries.

• Ordinance to purchase land from Mark McRae Properties on Nolan Trace for $457,000
• Resolution to purchase Caterpillar heavy equipment for city infrastructure
• Resolution to accept grant funding for Water Sector Program - Phase 2 sewer improvements
• Resolution to authorize an agreement with the State of Louisiana Office of Debt Recovery
• Resolution for five additional mowing cycles along state routes for FY 2026

The council approved an agreement with the State of Louisiana Office of Debt Recovery and authorized the purchase of Caterpillar heavy equipment. A grant for the Water Sector Program Phase 2 was rejected. Ordinance 13 was adopted to buy a $457,000 parcel from Mark McRae Properties for the Leesville Recreation Complex, while Ordinance 14 to expand city limits failed.

• Approved agreement with State of Louisiana Office of Debt Recovery (motion passed)
• Approved purchase of Caterpillar heavy equipment (motion passed)
• Rejected grant funding for Water Sector Program – Phase 2 (motion failed)
• Adopted Ordinance 13 authorizing purchase of $457,000 land from Mark McRae Properties (vote: 6‑0‑1)
• Failed to adopt Ordinance 14 to enlarge city boundaries (motion failed)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:27 p.m. (motion passed)

City Council

The Leesville City Council will hold a public hearing to decide on Ordinance 13 of 2025, which authorizes the purchase of land from Mark McRae Properties for $457,000 to expand the Leesville Rec Complex. The meeting takes place at 3:00 p.m. on August 25, 2025, at City Hall (508 S. 5th Street).

• Ordinance 13 of 2025: $457,000 land purchase from Mark McRae Properties for Rec Complex expansion
• Public hearing on the proposed ordinance

City Council

The Leesville City Council will meet on August 11, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including the purchase of land for the Leesville Recreation Complex expansion, street rehabilitation contracts, and liquor permit applications. The meeting includes procedural items and public comments on key proposals.

• Purchase land from Mark McRae Properties for $457,000 for recreation complex expansion
• Approve Notice to Proceed for 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project (Meyer & Associates, Inc.)
• Approve Change Order No. 1 for Replacement of Ballpark Lift Station (federal wages)
• Approve Class A Liquor Permit for The Hide Out, LLC at 1910 S. 5th Street
• Approve Change Order No. 1 for Apeck Construction LLC contract modification

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance amending the Planning and Zoning Commission code. The body will also review resolutions for equipment purchases and board re-appointments.

• Ordinance 12 of 2025 to amend Section 74-301 regarding the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Resolution to re-appoint Galen Johnson and Tyson Ingram to the Leesville Civil Service Board
• Resolution to purchase 8 mowers via state contract for the Ft. Polk Vegetation Contract
• Resolution to seek bids for a 1 Ton Flatbed Truck

The Leesville City Council adopted Resolution 65, directing the city to solicit bids to purchase a one‑ton flatbed truck and authorizing the mayor to sign the purchase agreement. The motion passed with no public comments. No other matters were acted upon, and the council adjourned at 3:16 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution 65 to seek bids for a 1‑ton flatbed truck (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:16 p.m. (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed change to the city's code of ordinances. The meeting focuses on a specific amendment regarding the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Ordinance 12 of 2025: amendment to Section 74-301 of the Code of Ordinance regarding the Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council

The City Council will introduce two ordinances regarding property rezoning and the Planning and Zoning Commission. The body will also consider resolutions for equipment purchases, service bids, and infrastructure contracts.

• Ordinance 11 of 2025: Rezoning Parcel# 0111352446 at 1 90 Robert Acre Road from A-6 to A-8 Residential District
• Ordinance 12 of 2025: Amendment to Section 74-301 of the Code of Ordinance regarding the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Bids for tree cutting services (Ft. Polk Vegetation Contract) and painting services for the annex municipal and old 911 buildings
• Lease agreement with PNC Bank for golf carts for the golf course
• Purchase of three lawnmowers via state contract for the Ft. Polk Vegetation Contract and Leesville Airport

The Leesville City Council approved Resolution 61 to authorize the environmental review for replacing the ball‑park lift station using CDBG‑MIT grant funds. It also approved Resolution 62 to enter into a contract with an infrastructure consultant for the Airport Layout Plan and to authorize the mayor to sign the agreement. Both motions passed without public comment. The council then adjourned the meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 61 approving environmental review for ball‑park lift station replacement (motion passed)
• Adopted Resolution 62 authorizing contract with infrastructure consultant for Airport Layout Plan and mayoral signing authority (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will review a contract for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project and a rezoning request for a property on Robert Acre Road. The body is also considering agreements for airport hangar leases and DOTD maintenance services.

• Introduction of Ordinance 11 of 2025 to rezone 148 Robert Acre Road to A-10 Trailer Park District
• Contract award to APECK Construction, LLC for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project
• Intergovernmental Service Agreement with LA DOTD for mowing and litter pick-up
• Change order for GEO Surfaces regarding baseball field turfing
• Authorization to seek bids for concrete removal from the leisure pool at the recreation complex

The council adopted several resolutions, including authorizing the award of the 2025 Street Rehabilitation contract to APECK Construction, LLC. It also approved an Intergovernmental Service Agreement with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, selected The Town Talk as the official journal for FY2026, and appointed Nikki Beverly as the ethics liaison. Ordinance 11 was postponed until the July 14 meeting, and a change order for the baseball field turfing contract was approved.

• Approved APECK Construction contract for 2025 Street Rehabilitation (Resolution 50)
• Adopted revised municipal airport hangar lease agreement (Resolution 51)
• Authorized Intergovernmental Service Agreement with LA DOTD (Resolution 52)
• Selected The Town Talk as official journal for FY2026 (Resolution 53)
• Appointed Nikki Beverly as ethics liaison for FY2026 (Resolution 54)
• Approved GEO Surfaces change order for baseball field turfing (Resolution 56)
• Postponed Ordinance 11 to July 14 (4 Yes, 2 absent)
• Adopted monthly bills and monthly financial report

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions to award construction contracts for a splash pad, walking paths, and a lift station. The body will also vote on ordinances regarding the city code and the revocation of the Herrington Street right of way.

• Contract with Splash Zone for municipal park splash pad construction including a $31,244.21 deposit
• Awarding walking path and cart path construction projects to Apeck Construction LLC
• Awarding retention pond construction to Charles Welch Trucking and Dirt Work
• Ordinance 10 of 2025 to revoke the road right of way for Herrington Street
• Event permit for CW Stables to host a Juneteenth Trail Ride on June 15, 2025

The council adopted resolutions to advertise bids for fencing two baseball fields and to hire Jessica Herring for public‑relations services. Members approved an agenda amendment to correct item wording. Several construction contracts were approved, including a splash pad with a $31,244.21 deposit, walking and cart path projects, and a retention pond, and an event permit was granted for a Juneteenth Trail Ride.

• Approved advertising for bids to fence two baseball fields (Resolution 40)
• Approved contract with Jessica Herring for public‑relations services (Resolution 41)
• Approved agenda amendment to correct verbiage (6 Yes, 0 No, 1 Absent) (Resolution amendment)
• Approved splash pad contract with Splash Zone and $31,244.21 deposit (Resolution 43)
• Approved walking path contract to Apeck Construction LLC (Resolution 44)
• Approved cart path contract to Apeck Construction LLC (Resolution 45)
• Approved retention pond contract to Charles Welch Trucking and Dirt Work (Resolution 46)
• Approved event permit for Juneteenth Trail Ride (Resolution 47)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss two proposed ordinances. These items were previously introduced on May 12, 2025.

• Ordinance 9 of 2025: Amendment to City Code Chapter 46 Section 46-32 regarding Garage Sales Permits
• Ordinance 10 of 2025: Revocation of the road right of way for Herrington Street

The council adopted Ordinance 9 of 2025, amending Section 46‑32 of the city code. They also adopted Ordinance 10 of 2025, revoking the Herrington Street right‑of‑way within city limits. Several resolutions were approved to award contracts for recreation‑complex projects, including a $31,244.21 deposit for a splash‑pad, construction of walking and cart paths, a retention pond, and in‑field turfing, as well as a permit for a Juneteenth Trail Ride event. All motions passed, with the ordinances receiving unanimous affirmative votes from the six attending members.

• Adopted Ordinance 9 of 2025 amending Section 46‑32 (Yes: Robertson, Kennedy, Guess, Prewitt, Hunt, Mayor Allen)
• Adopted Ordinance 10 of 2025 revoking Herrington Street right‑of‑way (Yes: Robertson, Kennedy, Guess, Prewitt, Hunt, Mayor Allen)
• Approved Resolution 42 authorizing $31,244.21 deposit for splash‑pad contract at municipal park recreation complex
• Approved Resolution 44 awarding Apeck Construction LLC the walking path construction project
• Approved Resolution 45 awarding Apeck Construction LLC the cart path construction project
• Approved Resolution 46 awarding Charles Welch Trucking and Dirt Work the retention pond construction project
• Approved Resolution 47 granting event permit to Jason Smith of CW Stables for Juneteenth Trail Ride on June 15, 2025
• Approved Resolution 48 awarding GEO Surfacing the in‑field turfing project at the recreation complex

City Council

The Leesville City Council will meet on May 12, 2025, at City Hall, 508 S. 5th St., to adopt an amended FY 2024–2025 operating budget and the FY 2025–2026 budget. The council will also introduce ordinances to amend city code, revoke Herrington Street’s right-of-way, and approve resolutions for wastewater plant upgrades, property appraisal, baseball field turfing, and a new alcohol permit for Mexico Lindo.

• Adopt amended FY2024–2025 and FY2025–2026 operating budgets
• Introduce ordinance to revoke Herrington Street right-of-way (public hearing June 9)
• Approve $A9-25005 engineering agreement for wastewater treatment plant UV disinfection system upgrades
• Authorize appraisal of 27 acres adjacent to recreation complex owned by Mark McRae
• Approve Class A alcohol permit for Mexico Lindo at 2503 McRae Street

The council adopted Ordinance 8, which approves the amended FY 2024‑2025 operating budget and the FY 2025‑2026 budget. Introductions of Ordinances 9 and 10 were accepted, setting public hearings for June 9, 2025. Several resolutions were passed, including an engineering agreement for a wastewater UV system, an appraisal of 27 acres, advertising bids for turf on four baseball fields, and a Class A alcohol permit for Mexico Lindo. The meeting was adjourned at 3:34 p.m.

• Adopted Ordinance 8 (budget) – passed (6 Yes, 1 Absent)
• Accepted introduction of Ordinance 9 – passed (6 Yes, 1 Absent)
• Accepted introduction of Ordinance 10 – passed (6 Yes, 1 Absent)
• Adopted Resolution 36 – approved engineering agreement for wastewater UV system
• Adopted Resolution 37 – approved appraisal of 27 acres adjacent to recreation complex
• Adopted Resolution 38 – authorized advertising for turf bids for 4 baseball fields
• Adopted Resolution 39 – approved Class A alcohol permit for Mexico Lindo

City Council

The Leesville City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance 8 of 2025, which would adopt the amended operating budget for the current fiscal year and the budget for the next fiscal year. The hearing is the final step before council action on the two budgets.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 8 of 2025 adopting amended FY 2024-2025 operating budget and FY 2025-2026 budget for the City of Leesville

City Council

The City Council will introduce the amended FY 2024-2025 and the FY 2025-2026 operating budgets. The body will also consider resolutions regarding tax millage rates and airport runway improvements.

• Introduction of Ordinance 8 of 2025 to adopt FY 2024-2025 amended and FY 2025-2026 budgets
• Proposed 2025 millage rates: General Alimony (5.150), Sewerage System (8.500), and Street Bond (4.200)
• Contract award to APECK Construction, LLC for the Runway Extension Project
• Authorization of up to $400,000 in city funds for the Runway Extension Project to cover costs exceeding state and federal funding
• Authorization to advertise for bids to clear 15-18 acres at the Leesville Recreation Complex

The council adopted Resolution 35 of 2025. It accepted the resignation of Finance Director Nicole Naral and approved Kimberley Bridges as the new finance director. The monthly financial report was accepted. The meeting was adjourned.

• Adopted Resolution 35 of 2025 (motion passed)
• Accepted Nicole Naral’s resignation and appointed Kimberley Bridges as finance director (motion passed)
• Accepted the monthly financial report (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:27 p.m. (motion passed)

City Council

The Leesville City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a change order for water main relocation and sewer main replacement at the Boone Street roundabout, and a cooperative endeavor agreement for a CDBG-MIT grant to fund the Ballpark Lift Station. Other items include a condemnation hearing for a property at 1501 Kings Road, authorization to seek engineering services for airport layout plan projects, and approval to advertise bids for a retention pond at the Leesville Recreation Complex. The council will also consider a community event agreement with Friends of Leesville Main Street and an event permit for the Junior League's Touch a Truck event.

• Condemnation of property at 1501 Kings Road
• Resolution approving Change Order No. 1 for water main relocation and sewer main replacement at Boone Street roundabout
• Resolution to enter cooperative endeavor agreement with Office of Community Development for Ballpark Lift Station grant
• Resolution authorizing request for qualifications for engineering services for Airport Layout Plan projects
• Resolution to advertise for bids to construct a retention pond at Leesville Recreation Complex

The council adopted a resolution authorizing the city to advertise for bids to build a retention pond at the Leesville Recreation Complex. It also approved an event permit for the Junior League of Leesville's "Touch a Truck" event scheduled for May 17, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned after the adjournment motion passed.

• Authorized advertising for bids to construct a retention pond at the Recreation Complex (motion passed)
• Approved event permit for Junior League "Touch a Truck" event on May 17, 2025 (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

City Council

The Leesville City Council will vote on resolutions to authorize a cooperative endeavor with MLK Mentors Inc., advertise bids for a walking and cart path at the municipal golf course, approve substantial completion of water/sewer work for the US 171 roundabout, and approve an event permit for the Pilot Club's Spring Fling. The council will also hold public hearings on condemning properties at 1702 and 1704 Allison Street.

• Condemnation hearings for 1702 and 1704 Allison Street
• Resolution to enter cooperative endeavor with MLK Mentors Inc. for mentoring programs and cover liability insurance cost
• Resolution to advertise bids for a walking path and cart path at the municipal golf course
• Resolution to approve Certificate of Substantial Completion for Water Main Relocation & Sewer Replacement at US 171 Roundabout (Project A8-20025-DA)
• Resolution to approve event permit for Pilot Club of Vernon Parish's 2025 Spring Fling

Council members received departmental updates and discussed concerns about Red Town Road closure, a roundabout, upcoming legislation, and funding for the Entrance Road fire substation. No items were voted on or formally decided. The meeting was adjourned at 3:34 p.m.

City Council

The Leesville City Council will hold a public meeting on March 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Key items include condemnation hearings for 1702 and 1704 Allison Street, and three resolutions: a street project engineering amendment, a water pollution prevention plan, and the sale of two parcels in District 2. Public comments will be accepted on the resolutions.

• Condemnation of 1702 Allison Street
• Condemnation of 1704 Allison Street
• Resolution to accept Amendment No. 8 for Street Rehabilitation and Extension Project B6-17045
• Resolution to approve LA Municipal Water Pollution Prevention Plan of 2024
• Resolution to approve sale of parcels 9118910484 & 9118925230 in District 2

The Leesville City Council approved three resolutions: Amendment No. 8 to the engineering agreement for the Street Rehabilitation and Extension Project, the 2024 LA Municipal Water Pollution Prevention Plan, and the sale of two parcels in District 2. The council also adopted the minutes of February 24, 2025, and approved monthly bills and the financial report. Condemnation items for 1702 and 1704 Allison Street were postponed to the March 24, 2025 meeting due to late notices.

• Adopted minutes of February 24, 2025
• Approved monthly bills
• Approved monthly financial report
• Adopted Resolution 19 of 2025 (Amendment No. 8 to engineering agreement for Street Rehabilitation and Extension Project)
• Adopted Resolution 20 of 2025 (approve LA Municipal Water Pollution Prevention Plan of 2024)
• Adopted Resolution 21 of 2025 (approve sale of parcels 9118910484 & 9118925230 in District 2)
• Postponed condemnation items for 1702 and 1704 Allison Street to March 24, 2025

City Council

The Leesville City Council will consider a resolution authorizing a contract with Top Notch Lawn and Land Care LLC for grass cutting services under the Fort Johnson Vegetation Contract. The council will also enter an executive session to discuss matters related to a non-disclosure agreement from a previously settled lawsuit. Routine items include approval of minutes, monthly bills, financial report, and city engineer update.

• Resolution to authorize contract with Top Notch Lawn and Land Care LLC for Fort Johnson vegetation cutting
• Executive session to discuss consequences of non-dissemination agreement from a settled lawsuit
• Monthly financial report and bills
• City Engineer update
• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2025

The Leesville City Council meeting on February 24, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Wally, with all council members present. The council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including the adoption of the 2025 budget, a resolution for a public hearing on a proposed tax rate, and appointments to boards. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved ordinance to adopt the 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved resolution setting a public hearing for proposed tax rate (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to adopt the 2025 tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to adopt the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to accept the 2025-2026 budget (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to the Board of Adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including a commitment to cover cost over state funds for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation with a minimum of $194,000. Other items include approval of a change order for the 2024 street rehab, declaring surplus equipment, and accepting substantial completion of the Boone Street overlay project. Monthly bills and a city engineer update are also on the agenda.

• Resolution to commit at least $194,000 for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation (F.P.&C. Project No. 50-MG3-14-02)
• Resolution approving Change Order 1 for the 2024 Street Rehabilitation
• Resolution declaring unworkable equipment as surplus and authorizing bids
• Resolution accepting Certificate of Substantial Completion for Boone Street Overlay Project (Project No. B6-17045-DF.1)
• Monthly bills and city engineer update (procedural items)

The Leesville City Council approved several resolutions, including committing at least $194,000 in city funds for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation project, accepting the Boone Street Overlay Project's substantial completion, and declaring surplus equipment for sale. All motions passed unanimously with no public comments.

• Adopted minutes of January 27, 2025
• Approved monthly bills
• Adopted Resolution 14 of 2025 (2024/2025 Street Rehab Projects update)
• Approved Change Order 1 for 2024 Street Rehabilitation (Resolution 15)
• Declared surplus equipment and authorized bids (Resolution 16)
• Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for Boone Street Overlay (Resolution 17)
• Committed to cover cost over State funds, including minimum $194,000 for 2025 Street Rehabilitation

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution to approve Amendment No. 7 for the Street Rehabilitation and Extension Project B6-17045. The body will also discuss advertising for bids regarding a ballpark lift station replacement and grass cutting for the Fort Johnson Vegetation Contract.

• Amendment No. 7 to the Engineer Agreement for Street Rehabilitation and Extension Project B6-17045
• Bids for Louisiana Watershed Initiative Program (CDBG-MIT Grant) LWI Project #0064 Replacement of Ballpark Lift Station
• Grass cutting bids for the Fort Johnson Vegetation Contract
• Car allowance increase for the City Administrator
• Parade permit application from the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce

The Leesville City Council met on January 27, 2025, with 5 members present and 2 absent. They approved the minutes, monthly bills, and financial report, and adopted five resolutions: accepting Amendment No. 7 to the engineer agreement for the Street Rehabilitation and Extension Project, advertising for bids for the Ballpark Lift Station replacement under a watershed grant, advertising for grass cutting bids for the Fort Johnson Vegetation Contract, increasing the City Administrator's car allowance, and approving a parade permit for the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce. All motions passed without public comment.

• Adopted minutes of January 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved monthly bills (unanimous)
• Approved monthly financial report (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 9 of 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 10 of 2025: Amendment No. 7 to engineer agreement for Street Rehabilitation and Extension Project B6-17045 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 11 of 2025: advertise bids for Ballpark Lift Station replacement under LWI Project #0064 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 12 of 2025: advertise grass cutting bids for Fort Johnson Vegetation Contract (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 13 of 2025: increase City Administrator car allowance effective Jan 27, 2025 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding the results of a December 7 special election and a special tax renewal. The body will also review agreements for airport improvements and various city contracts.

• Resolution to canvass returns and declare results of the December 7, 2024 special election and special tax renewal
• Change Order No. 1 to add Gladys Street to the Boone Street Overlay Contract
• Two agreements with LA DOTD for Leesville Airport improvements and Phase II hangar developments
• Conditional use permit for a new residential modular home at Parcel 011515070 in District 2
• Class A Liquor and Beer Permit application for Popatop at 1910 S. 5th St

The Leesville City Council adopted several resolutions, including engaging Meyer and Associates for engineering services for the Entrance Rd. fire substation and contracting with Fastwyre for internet services. A Class A Liquor and Beer Permit was approved for Popatop at 1910 S. 5th St. Mayor Allen presented a Samaritan Award to Rosie Hackett for an emergency rescue. All motions passed without public comment.

• Approved Resolution 7 of 2025: engineering services contract with Meyer and Associates for fire substation (moved by Guess, seconded by Ybarra)
• Approved Resolution 8 of 2025: internet services contract with Fastwyre (moved by Hunt, seconded by Ybarra)
• Approved Class A Liquor and Beer Permit for Popatop at 1910 S. 5th St (applicant Luiza Demoraes)
• Presented Samaritan Award to Rosie Hackett for emergency rescue