March 11, 2010

PUBLIC NOTICE
I, Johnny Sauseda, am not responsible for any debts other than my own.
03/03/2010 Johnny Sauseda

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that, in accordance with L.R.S. 3:1609 and LAC 7:XV.314(A), the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, Louisiana Boll Weevil Eradication Commission, has established a boll weevil eradication zone, the Louisiana Eradication Zone, consisting of all the territory within the state of Louisiana.
Notice is further given that all producers of commercial cotton in Louisiana are required to participate in the boll weevil eradication program, including cost sharing, in accordance with the Boll Weevil Eradication Law and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, reporting of cotton acreage and paying of assessments each crop year, and destruction of cotton plants and stalks by December 31 of each crop year. A copy of the law and rules and regulations may be obtained from the Boll Weevil Eradication Commission, P.O. Box 3596, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3596, telephone number (225) 952-8105.
Notice is also given that the planting of noncommercial cotton is PROHIBITED in Louisiana unless a written waiver is obtained from the Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry in accordance with LAC 7:XV.319(C). To request a waiver, submit a written application to the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, at the address provided in this notice, stating the conditions under which such written waiver is requested.
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STATE OF LOUISIANA * PARISH OF RICHLAND
FIFTH DISTRICT COURT
SUCCESSION OF FILED: February 12, 2010
JEFFERY ALLEN BROWN BY: S/STACIE S WILLIAMSON
PROBATE NO. 8241 CLERK OF COURT

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY AND TO MORTGAGE SUCCESSION PROPERTY AS SECURITY
Notice is given that Tonya Renee Jones Brown, duly appointed and acting Administratrix of this Succession has petitioned the Court for an Order authorizing her to establish a $50,000.00 line of credit at the Richland State Bank of Rayville, Louisiana by executing related documents and granting a security interest in the estate assets and having said line of credit listed as a debt of the estate. The proceeds of this line of credit shall be used for maintenance of succession property, payment of estate debts and for expenditures in maintaining the children’s education. An Order authorizing her to do so maybe issued after seven days from date of publication of this notice. Any opposition to the application may be filed at any time prior to the issuance of such an Order.
BY ORDER OF THE COURT.
S/STACIE S WILLIAMSOM
Deputy Clerk of Court, Parish of Richland, Louisiana

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SHERIFF’S SALE
State of Louisiana
Parish of Richland
Fifth District Court
NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC
vs. No. 41,008 SECTION B
LARRY KEITH HAINES AND JOANN BUSBY HAINES
By virtue of a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Honorable FIFTH District Court in and for the Parish of Richland, State of Louisiana, in the above styled and numbered cause and to me directed as Sheriff, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction at the east door of the court house in the town of Rayville, Louisiana, within legal hours of sale, on
MARCH 24, 2010
the following described property, to-wit:
LOT 1 OF THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 33, 34, 41,47, 48, 49 AND 50 OF THE OWENS’ PLAN OF THE TOWN OF DELHI, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN PLAT CABINET A-98, RECORDS OF RICHLAND PARISH, LOUISIANA
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale: Cash to the last and highest bidder, WITH the benefit of appraisement.
CHARLES M. MCDONALD, SHERIFF
FEBRUARY 18, 2010
MARCH 11, 2010

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SHERIFF’S SALE
State of Louisiana
Parish of Richland
Fifth District Court
WELLS FARGO BANK, NA AS TRUSTEE OF THE SECURITY NATIONAL MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-2
vs. No. 40,826 SECTION C
MICHAEL COLLINS, SR
By virtue of a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Honorable FIFTH District Court in and for the Parish of Richland, State of Louisiana, in the above styled and numbered cause and to me directed as Sheriff, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction at the east door of the court house in the town of Rayville, Louisiana, within legal hours of sale, on
MARCH 24, 2010
the following described property, to-wit:
ONE (1) ACRE IN THE NE CORNER OF NE4 OF NE4, SECTION 34, T19N, R8E, AND THAT PART OF NW4 OF NW4, SECTION 35 LYING W OF HOLLY RIDGE-WEST CARROLL HIGHWAY ALL IN T19N, R8E, RICHLAND PARISH, LOUISIANA
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale: Cash to the last and highest bidder, WITH the benefit of appraisement.
CHARLES M. MCDONALD, SHERIFF
FEBRUARY 18, 2010
MARCH 11, 2010

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SHERIFF’S SALE
State of Louisiana
Parish of Richland
Fifth District Court
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
vs. No. 41,492 SECTION B
LAKENDERA SHAMESE FINLEY
By virtue of a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Honorable FIFTH District Court in and for the Parish of Richland, State of Louisiana, in the above styled and numbered cause and to me directed as Sheriff, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction at the east door of the court house in the town of Rayville, Louisiana, within legal hours of sale, on
APRIL 14, 2010
the following described property, to-wit:
ALL OF LOT 10, BLOCK C, SNIDER SUBDIVISION, SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 17, RANGE 10
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale: Cash to the last and highest bidder, WITH the benefit of appraisement.
CHARLES M. MCDONALD, SHERIFF
MARCH 11, 2010
APRIL 1, 2010

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SHERIFF’S SALE
State of Louisiana
Parish of Richland
Fifth District Court
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC
vs. No. 40,311 SECTION A
RONALD FAVES
By virtue of a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Honorable FIFTH District Court in and for the Parish of Richland, State of Louisiana, in the above styled and numbered cause and to me directed as Sheriff, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction at the east door of the court house in the town of Rayville, Louisiana, within legal hours of sale, on
APRIL 14, 2010
the following described property, to-wit:
A certain parcel of land described as beginning on the East right of way line of Parish Road North from Dunn at the North West corner of SW 1/4 of SW 1/4 of Section 8 Township 17 North, Range 9 East; thence East 420 feet; thence South 210 feet; thence West 420 feet to the East right of way line of said Parish Road North from Dunn; thence North along East right of way line of said Parish Road a distance of 210 feet to point of beginning, being 2 acres out of the Northwest corner of the SW 1/4 of SW 1/4 Section 8, Township 17 North, Range 9 East, Richland Parish, Louisiana; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property.
Along with the 1971 Homette Mobile Home, Serial No. ML2467F and the one room frame building on Piers which served as a beauty shop by Lyda Weems.
That certain manufactured home/mobile situated on the above described property, being a 1996 Homette, Serial No. ML2467F, which said manufactured home/mobile home was immobilized pursuant to Act of Immobilization dated May 10, 2001 and filed for record as Instrument No. 318045 of the records of Richland, Louisiana.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale: Cash to the last and highest bidder, WITH the benefit of appraisement.
CHARLES M. MCDONALD, SHERIFF
MARCH 11, 2010
APRIL 1, 2010

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HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE TOWN OF RAYVILLE
The Rayville Housing Authority is seeking bids on a new 2010 Full-size Pick-up truck with:
Extended Cab
V-8 Engine
Automatic Transmission
Air Conditioner
Radio
Rubber Floor
Cloth Seats
Fleet Side Body
Power Lock Doors
Power Windows
Trailer Hitch
Tommy Lift Tailgate
Cruise Control
Bids will be opened at 10:00 A.M. on 26 March 2010 at the Housing Authority Office located at 202 Waldorf Street in Rayville. Any additional information may be obtained by dialing (318)-728-5217. Bids may be mailed to P.O. Box 780, Rayville , La. 71269 or FAXED to (318)-728-5235 or delivered in person to the Housing Authority office. Bids submitted after 10:00 A.M. 26 March, 2010 will be returned un-opened. The Housing Authority will be trading in a 2005 Chevy Colorado.
3/11, 3/18, 3/25

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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Rayville Housing Authority will be implementing modernization improvements under the 2008 Capital Fund Program (CFP).
The Professional Services required shall include:
Preparation of design and construction documents, work write-ups, cost estimates, evaluation of construction bids, inspection of materials and workmanship during construction, notifying the contractor, as well as the Housing Authority of any problems that have been observed. Included is certification that all construction work is being performed in accordance with the construction contract, and all documents and reports are submitted as mandated by the contract.
Firms interested in providing Architectural/Engineering services under this program are invited to submit a letter of interest, which demonstrates an understanding of the modernization needs and the firm’s ability to perform the work. A complete profile of the principals and staff confirming the professional, technical, competence and past experiences and firm location must be submitted as well. Because design work is required, provide evidence that the Architect/Engineer is registered to licensed to perform the required services in the State of Louisiana. Provide a certified statement that the Architect/Engineer or firm is not debarred, suspended, or otherwise prohibited from professional practice by any Federal, State or Local Agency. Evidence must also be submitted that shows Architect/Engineer carries professional liability insurance.
The successful firm may be required to assist the PHA with the FY 2010 planning grant and provide full architectural services for the 2010 program at the option of the Housing Authority.
The deadline for the submission of the proposal is by noon on March 29, 2010, at the Housing Authority offices, located at 200 South Circle, Rayville, LA. The telephone number is: 318-728-5217. Please contact the Executive Director, R.A. Eubanks with any questions.
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LOCATIONS OF POLLING PLACES FOR
MARCH 27th 2010, ELECTION
PRECINCT POLLING PLACE LOCATION
13 Eugene Street Community Ctr 317 Eugene St., Rayville
14 Rayville High Gym Lobby 225 Hwy 3048, Rayville
15 Rayville High Gym Lobby 225 Hwy 3048, Rayville
16 Rayville High Gym Lobby 225 Hwy 3048, Rayville
17 Parish Courthouse (Basement) 708 Julia St., Rayville
18 Rayville High Gym Lobby 225 Hwy 3048, Rayville
19 Parish Courthouse (Basement) 708 Julia St., Rayville
20 Eugene Street Community Ctr 317 Eugene St., Rayville
21 Rayville High Gym Lobby 225 Hwy 3048, Rayville
22 Eugene Street Community Ctr 317 Eugene St., Rayville
23 Eugene Street Community Ctr 317 Eugene St., Rayville
24 Eugene Street Community Ctr 317 Eugene St., Rayville

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RICHLAND PARISH POLICE JURY
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00 P.M. MARCH 1, 2010
President called the meeting to order with the invocation by Mr. Moore
Pledge of allegiance.
Roll call revealed the following present:
Present: Ms. Green, Gee, Messers: Moore, Smith, Lofton, Tatum, McKay, Gilley and Washington.
Absent: None
After hearing from the Labor Committee concerning the Secretary for O.E.P. a motion was offered by Mr. Gilley, seconded by Mr. McKay to honor request from LaShay Noble relieving her of the duties as O.E.P. Secretary and that she assist the Secretary-Treasurer as assigned with office duties.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Tatum, seconded by Mr. Smith to approve the agenda.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion Mr. Lofton, seconded by Ms. Green to approve the Special Meeting of February 18, and Regular Meeting of February 1, 2010 as presented to the official journal -The Richland Beacon News - Jury.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Smith, seconded by Ms. Green honor request from Diane Pritchard, Administrator of Richland Parish Health Unit and raise Cherie Lee and Willie Conner from $8.00 to $9.00 an hour effective March 1, 2010
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUSLY.
LSU Extension Service Report - Ms. Joanna Strong
RESOLUTION 10-03-01-01
The Following Resolution was offered by William Moore and seconded by Althan Smith:
A RESOLUTION CANCELING RESOLUTION DATED OCTOBER 10, 2005 BY THE RICHLAND PARISH POLICE JURY STATE PROJECT NO. 713-42-0134, ROBINSON ROAD BRIDGE OVER UNNAMED CREEK THROUGH THE FEDERAL AID OFF-SYSTEM HIGHWAY BRIDGE PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, the aforementioned project would keep into effect the original design of the bridge, which included a 90 degree turn immediately after; and
WHEREAS, the Richland Parish Police Jury is requesting to keep the runaround that was constructed as per letter dated November 12, 2009.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Richland Parish Police Jury is canceling Project No. 713-42-0134.
THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION was adopted by the Richland Parish Police Jury convened in Regular Session this 1st day of March, 2010 with a quorum present and voting as follows:
YEAS: Judy Green, Sharon Gee, William Moore, Althan Smith, Steve Lofton, Willie Tatum, Kenneth McKay and Ronald Gilley.
NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None
/s/ Kathy Burns /s/ Jesse Washington
Secretary-Treasurer President
Motion by Mr. Tatum, seconded by Ms. Green to amend the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Town of Delhi stating, that the Police Jury is not responsible for hauling off buildings or any debris at the Hilltop Motel Property in Delhi, Louisiana.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. McKay, seconded by Mr. Lofton to open and read aloud bids on Sugar Hill Sewage Oxidation Pond Fence:
Mike Morgan - $18,000.00
Cagle Fence- $13,512.00
Corgan Fence LLC - $ 13,965.00
Scott Fence USA, LLC -$23,202.00
Delta Specialty Contractors, LLC - $ 17,584.00
Motion by Mr. McKay, seconded by Mr. Lofton to take bids on Sugar Hill Sewage Oxidation Pond fence under advisement.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Ms. Green to open and read aloud bids on materials:
SIZE F.O.B. Stockpile
• Terral River Service - #57, 2” & DGA $23.50 ton
#7 & #8 $29.00 ton
PRICE PRICE
FOB PLANT FOB JOBSITE
Miller Materials, Inc. #610 $24.00 ton $34.40 ton
#57 $26.00 ton $36.40 ton
# 4 $26.00 ton $36.40 ton
Motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Ms. Green to accept the lowest bid on Crushed Limestone from Terral River Service.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. McKay, seconded by Mr. Moore to re-appoint the following board members to a two year term of office effective January 1, 2010:
• J. W. McGlothlin
• Horace C. Eppinette
• Marlin Jordan
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Lofton to ratify the employment for the following employee’s
• Van Johnson - $ 11.09
• Billy Trichell-$12.52
• Larry Hampton - $10.01
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Lofton to move Ronnie Whitehead up as a dump truck driver and increase his pay from $10.88 to $11.09 an hour.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Lofton, seconded by Mr. Tatum to lease a Mini-Excavator from Scott Construction Equipment for $1,225 a month.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Moore to lease the following equipment form Scott Construction Equipment:
• Sheep Foot
• Iron Wheel Roller
• Rubber Tire Roller
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Lofton to extend the lease on the Long Boom for three (3) months.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Moore to rebuilt the engine in the dump truck at the Rayville barn in the amount of $11,784.00.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Gilley, seconded by Mr. McKay to replace culvert for Prentice Jones, Jr.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion by Mr. Gilley, seconded by Mr. McKay to move Ed Eppinette up as Road Superintendent with a $2.00 an hour increase in pay.
Substitute Motion by Ms. Green, seconded by Mr. Moore that the parish manager get with David Doughty, Assistant District Attorney to check into employee’s driving parish equipment with a previous DWI violation.
Yeas: Ms. Gee, Green, Messers: Moore, Smith and Tatum
Nays: Messers: Gilley, Lofton and McKay
Abstain: None
Absent: None
SUBSTITUTE MOTION CARRIED. ORIGINAL MOTION FAILED.
Motion by Mr. McKay, seconded by Ms. Green to adjourn.
Yeas: All Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED. UNANIMOUSLY.
/s/ Kathy Burns /s/ Jesse Washington
Secretary-Treasurer President

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