Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Regular Meeting 4-9-26

The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury held a regular meeting on April 9, 2026, which included several procurement and contracting actions. The jury approved resolutions for property sales and utility servitude donations related to infrastructure projects such as the Ham Reed Road Extension Phase Two and the Big Lake Road waterline expansion. They also approved bids and authorized advertisements for bids and requests for proposals for various capital improvement projects, including generator inspection and maintenance services, White Oak Park boat launch repairs, Carlis Drive bridge replacement, West Wayside Drive drainage improvements, patching and drainage rehabilitation, and pavement preservation on multiple roads. Notably, the jury accepted a low bid of $286,080.64 from RF Services for the West Wayside Drive drainage project and a low bid of $1,034,513.73 from Material Resources for pavement preservation. Additionally, liquor and beer permits were approved, and reappointments to public safety and airport boards were confirmed. The meeting also featured a retirement recognition for Lindsey Powers from the Information Technology Department, highlighting his 22 years of service. Motions related to spending and procurement were passed unanimously without objection.