The committee reviewed the Tier II Facility Report for the 2025 reporting year and discussed hazardous material incidents reported since the previous meeting. A presentation from the National Weather Service covered expectations for the 2026 hurricane season and predicted winter weather conditions. The committee also discussed ongoing updates to the LEPC By-Laws and received information regarding the upcoming Arkema Drill Planning Meeting. Additionally, a briefing was provided on the operations, potential hazards, and emergency considerations for the Applied Digital AI data center.
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The Board meeting covered several items, including a public hearing to review property assessments and the adoption of ordinances authorizing the sale of adjudicated properties. The Board also reappointed members to the Rapides Parish Finance Authority, Sewerage District Boards, and the Gas Utility District Board. Other key topics included reallocating tax proceeds based on population estimates, issuing a quietus for 2025 ad valorem taxes, approving asset disposals, authorizing extrication equipment price quotes, and adopting resolutions related to bridge inspections and the LCDBG Citizen Participation Plan. Additionally, the Board authorized various infrastructure projects, road maintenance contracts, and signed cooperative endeavor agreements for state aid.
Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Rapides Parish Police Jury Special Session
The board adopted the 2026 Rapides Parish Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan in accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000. Furthermore, approval was granted for LOATF allocations for a two-year period, and the auto and equipment insurance renewal for the 2026-2027 period was authorized with Brown and Brown Insurance.
Aug 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Rapides Parish Police Jury Regular Session
The board addressed various administrative and operational matters, including the sale of multiple adjudicated properties and the condemnation of dilapidated structures. Key decisions involved approving road improvement projects, authorizing the disposal of surplus assets, and adopting updated policies for LCDBG program management and personnel dress codes. The board also authorized grant applications for transit programs, appointed members to various advisory boards, approved insurance plan renewals, and authorized vehicle purchases for fire districts. Furthermore, the meeting concluded with a resolution calling for special elections regarding millage taxes for fire protection and road districts.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
