The Advocate, VILLAGE OF NORWOOD MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN REGULAR SESSION May 14, 2015 The Mayor and Board of Aldermen met in regular session on Thurs., May 14, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Becky Bellue presiding. Aldermen Willie Duncan, Andy Jelks and Jimmy Reynolds were present. All motions carried unanimously unless otherwise noted. A motion was made by Ald. Reynolds and seconded by Ald. Jelks approving the minutes of the April meeting. A motion was made by Ald. Reynolds and seconded by Ald. Duncan approving the financial statement for April and payment of the new bills for May. OLD BUSINESS: 1. Police Report Police Chief James Nevels reported that Officer Tony Holden has resigned due to other personal obligations. Ald. Jelks said that he would welcome Officer Holden back if he was able to return, as he was a good employee. Upon recommendation of Chief Nevels a motion was made by Ald. Reynolds and seconded by Ald. Jelks to hire Zach Beasley to fill this position. There was some discussion about repeated explosions/loud noises around town. 2. Fire Report Fire Chief Jimmy Garig gave the monthly activity report, noting that there were no calls in April. The department is having continuing education classes. 3. Gas Report Jimmy Garig gave the monthly report. 4. Maintenance Report Mayor Bellue reported on the regular maintenance activities such as grass cutting and flushing. A new water meter was put in this month for Jimmy Nugent. Ald. Reynolds noted a place along Hwy 19 that needs some trimming. 5. Clerks Report LMA Convention will be July 30-August 1 in Lafayette. NEW BUSINESS 1. Michael Brown Jennie Jelks contacted DOTD about this well not being permitted, but did not get any answers as of meeting time. This matter was tabled again until next month. 2. Citizens Participation There was no citizens participation. There being no further business to discuss, a motion to adjourn was made by Ald. Duncan and seconded by Ald. Reynolds. ______________ Rebecca G. BellueMayor ______________ Jennifer R. Jelks Town Clerk 5142405-jun 18-1t - East Feliciana Public Notices
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