VOLUME 46, NUMBER 40 October 12, 2017 - October 18, 2017 Julian Gray Sr., Determined, Pastor Mabry’s Vote This Esteemed, Persevered Final Zion Sermon On April 10, 1944 strong ath- Saturday Sources close to the God blessed the union leticism and a By Perry Thomas Dispatch tell us that of the late John Gray, penchant for Please don’t Zion Traveler Baptist Jr. and the late Naomi sports. It was forget to go vote Church Pastor Willie Brown Gray with the there in grade this Saturday Oc- resigned after preach- birth of their first son school that he tober 14, 2017 in ing his final sermon Julian Maylon Gray. Ju- met the late some very impor- either this past or last lian passed to his eternal Mr. Charles tant local/state Sunday. It was very reward Thursday Octo- Edwards, who elections Monroe, unclear as to why Pas- ber 5, 2017. During his was to become Ouachita Parish tor Mabry resigned. early years, Julian was one of his ear- and state wide Whenever the com- reared in the Gentry liest coaches registered voters. munity was in tur- Quarters of Monroe LA and most pro- ALL elections are moil, with shootings, known as “Newtown”. found men- important and community protests, He began his primary tors. Upon your vote is too! marches etc., Pastor education at Newtown entering Mon- Your vote repre- Mabry was always School, and later at- roe Colored sents your right there, offering prayer tended grade school High, which or support many times and your voice in at Carver Elementary transitioned representing clergy. who is elected to School. Julian was a to Carroll The community re- Julian Maylon Gray very bright child and an High School, serve you. If you mains in suspense as academically gifted stu- Julian continued to ex- strict directives of the don’t vote, your to what prompted his dent. As early as grade cel in both sports and late Principal Henry voice is silent and resignation? He will may give victory be missed! school, he also displayed scholastics, under the See Gray, P.8 Pastor Willie Mabry to someone who won’t represent the best interest Couple’s Knock Hurting the one you Police Shooting Family Grieves and well-being of love seems impossible, By Eddie Gillis to drive away. The you, your family The family of yet in the heat of the report says that as and loved ones. Marquinton Terral moment something over- the car started to Blacks it does us whelms the mind, instead Brooks laid their be- move, the deputy no good to com- of calmer heads. Once the loved to rest Satur- reached inside the devil is involved, love has day( Oct. 8), as they plain about miss- car in an effort to representation not a chance until later are slowly coming stop the vehicle. It after each party chills, by government to accept that Mar- also said that the which most times is too officials if we quinton is no longer deputy was “in a late. According to po- don’t take ad- with them. A sher- headlock” as the lice reports on Tuesday, vantage of the iff’s deputy in west- car drove away, October 10, police were summoned to a domestic ern Ouachita parish but there were no opportunity to Jalisha G. Modicue disturbance where a live- killed Marquinton reports of injuries. vote candidates last Monday after- into office that in girlfriend was slapped lived together for the Somehow, the car numerous times in the past 3 months and were noon (Oct.2). Ac- have your inter- stopped, a struggle face by suspect Jalisha romantically involved. cording to media and allegedly ensued est as their com- Modicue. The victim The suspect was arrested law enforcements as William Under- mitment to serve and suspect continued for domestic abuse bat- accounts, Marquin- Marquinton Terral Brooks wood, the second you. No excuses, to fight for or over the tery. There are three ton and two other passenger, ran away plead vote Black victim’s cell phone where sides to every story. This passengers were pulled Marquinton refused to from the vehicle. Dur- People. It only the victim’s hands and was one side of this story. over for a traffic stop. comply with the dep- ing the struggle, police takes a minute. lips seemed swollen. The The Monroe Dispatch Deputies allege that uty’s orders, and tried victim informed police welcomes another or the See Grieves,P.9 that the suspect have other side of this story. SouthSide Vote, Crime Tops Council Agenda By Eddie Gillis wasn’t the only topic that day’s night meeting of ing to Wilhite said that be done to protect “our Clark. Clark, who was For the second city city council members ad- the Monroe City Council, they will not operate at young people”. Wilson is instrumental in getting council meeting in a row, dressed, as an upcoming concerned residents (and this time, hoping that the on record as saying that the Bond Commission to the overwhelming topic election in November will there were many) be- bullet “can work” its way in addition to security on place a 2% hotel tax on that generated the most give south side residents seeched council members out. Wilson said that he the ground, he said that the ballot, if passed in dis- talk centered on crime the opportunity to chart to do more to protect the talked to City Marshal metal detectors would tricts 3, 4 and 5, voters in and safety. However, that their own future. At Tues- city from what they see Wince Highshaw, who also be helpful. those three districts will as a dangerous upswing said that he is willing “to “The upcoming elec- receive money through in crime, to where no one work with the council” tion in November is an the South Side Economic feels safe anymore. At the in any way that he can. opportunity for much Development District, last council meeting, con- Wilson said that he is in needed economic devel- an organization that cerned citizens one after contact with the mayor opment to come to the will spearhead economic the other, made a plea to and others in an effort south side”, said Coun- growth on the south side. cilman (Dist. E) Eddie the city council and the to do everything that can See Agenda, P.11 Mayor Jamie Mayo for in- creased security at neigh- borhood recreational and retirement home centers. The conversation was a virtual repeat in council chambers Tuesday night. City Councilman Ken- neth Wilson(dist. 4), as he did at the last council meeting asked the admin- istration if safety features could be enhanced at the recreational centers fol- lowing the shooting of a teen after an argument started between other parties. Foster Wilhite, known as “PPW” in the community, once again pleaded with council members to support Wil- son. This time Wilhite Miss Richwood Michaela Weeks. Photo dispatch was accompanied by his Richwood homecoming 2017 miss Richwood 2017 grandson, the young man At Richwood Homecoming on Friday, October 6, at the Mackie Freeze Stadi- At Richwood Homecoming, Miss Richwood, Mi- who was shot in the leg. um, former Richwood Alumni were present in big numbers representing that chaela Weeks, was crowned Homecoming Queen The teen can walk slowly Richwood Spirit from 1961-2016. The tailgating, grills smoking and music before students, parents and friends on Thurs- with the aid of crutches playing was such a wonderful homecoming atmosphere in 2017. Richwood day, October 5, 2017 at Richwood Homecoming while the bullet is still in Football douched Union 14-7 to the delight of Richwood Alumni. Richwood Coronation in Monroe, LA. Congratulations Miss his leg. Doctors, accord- Alumni chilled and grilled the entire game and then some! Richwood believes! Richwood Michaela Weeks PAGEPAGE 22 THETHE MONROE MONROE DISPATCH DISPATCH OCTObEROctober 12 -12 OCTObER - October 18,18, 20172017 Wildcats, Wildcats are you ready? This week my high school, “the Wossman High School” will celebrate a much-antic- ipated homecoming week. Like most Wossman alumni, I am excited that this time has come once again and I am here to enjoy it. When I first begin ninth grade at Wossman High School, I was a little intimi- dated. The transition, from middle school to high school seemed to be a scary one. Luckily though, I had friends Jessica DeTiege Among the many in attendance including Philadelphia faithful Bonnie harris and Margie Davis. who had already attended a “Swamp head” along with year earlier along with two all my fellow freshman class. big brothers, one who would Living the experience, it felt be there when I attended. so cruel, but just as it was I remember many days allowed by teachers and spent at Wossman. I remem- administrators, I understood ber my first day of school. it was a WHS tradition and My grandfather picked us rite of passage. I remember up; as it was our standard racing to seventh period, try- first day of school tradition. ing my best not to be tardy so I remember my first pep I wouldn’t have to run extra rally, where I was called a WILDCATS, see page 4 Our Children, Our Responsibility Our children are special. Each child is a separate and Church goers heard the Word. special creation, created as God’s climax. This differs from that of other creatures, mot after their own kind, but in the image of God. They are spiritual creations; soul bearers, and children of God. There is an enormous unbridgeable gap between man’s creation and that of Dr. Joseph Capers the other animals. Man has born into society, shaped by the capacity for religion and society. a conscience. How man uses his ability The presence of a con- in shaping society reflects his science allows man to deter- parental ability. The home is mine right from wrong. This the basic unit of the society is essential in man’s carrying which houses the family. out his responsibilities to It is the child’s first school Rev. Dr. Alfred L. Mack is Pastor-Teacher Church Mother Sister Delois Jackson his children and children with the parents being the of others. child’s first teacher. This unit The Bible indicates in the is where values are formed, book of Genesis 1:27 and morality is initiated, impor- 2:21-23 that God set up the tance of life is emphasized Where God Guides major institutions in society honesty is taught and prac- with the basic unit being the ticed, courage, patience, the He Provides family and secondly the Sab- importance of education and Philadelphia Word Church Monroe LA celebrated their bath, Man is a social being, proper nutrition are taught. 14th Church Anniversary, Sunday September 17 where Rev. Dr. Alfred L. Mack is Pastor-Teacher. ” Unless the Lord builds the house those who build it labor in vain. God will never guide you where He will not provide for you. If PRAYING STUDENTS Jesus commands us to do something, then he will empower *Inspired by God through Mary Baptist Church us and give us what we need to accomplish the task. At the Mary Roggerson & Morn- Purpose: For all children anniversary Pastor-Teacher Mack spoke from the subject, ing Day Prayer Ministries to learn, pray and confess the “Take Your Case to Jesus!” Elder Linda Sharp gave the Call under the leadership of Word of God. to Worship , Brother Carl Whitlock provided Devotion while Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Goal: For all children to Church Mother Sister Delois Jackson offered The Welcome. have an intimate relationship Try Jesus today! If you don’t like him, the devil will always Elder Linda Sharp with God through prayer & take you back! FAvoRITE His Word. Photos Dispatch ChURCh Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday UShER Thy Word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee. Psalm 119:11 Prayer: Father, I come before You with Your Word in my heart and upon my lips. I thank You that Your Holy Spirit is within me to give me understanding of Lynetta Narcisse Your Word and to help me be obedient in following it Doorkeepers or keepers of the door, PRAYING, see page 6 their church service Those in attendance were blessed with the Word. is invaluable. They are the first to meet and greet you at Pulpits church. If you have a question, need a seat, need to speak or sit with a certain group, & Pews church ushers are at your beck and call to 148th Church An- fulfill your desires and niversary/Banquet are valuable church St. James Baptist Church servants. This week 345 Solvent Ave. Sterlington the Monroe Dispatch LA Rev. Richard Wilson lll, salutes dedicated Pastor. Anniversary Banquet Piney Grove Baptist Saturday October 14, 6pm- Church West Monroe 148th Church Anniversary LA Usher Lynetta Sunday October 15, 2:30 pm. Pastor Warren Trimble Pastor LaShelia Jordan Pastor Ivey Felton Narcisse who loves Special guest Elder Brandon Photos Dispatch God and loves being a Smith of Grace Covenant favorite church usher. Church, Baton Rouge LA. Sesquicentennial Growing in Grace and Celebration/Mag- nify the Lord Knowledge of Jesus Christ St. Timothy Baptist Church 1710 Canary St. Spiritual harvest Worship Center held its 12th Church Anniversary Monroe LA Sunday October September 12 where Bob & Brenda Dziadaszek are Pastors/ 22, 1:30pm celebrating 150 Teachers. Pastor Warren Trimble Liberty Christian Center SE Years, Rev. John Allen lll, Winnsboro LA gave an inspiring message. Program participants Pastor. Special guest Rev. included Minister Brenda English, Sisters Cynthia Cotton, Harland L. Brown of St. Paul Catherine Miller-Johnson, Brother Roy & Sister Sandra Brown, Baptist Church Forest VA. Brother Jesse Jenkins, Pastor LaShelia Jordan, Pastor Felton Ivey, St. Timothy Reunion Choir Pastors Calvin & Shelia Cyrus and Deacon Larry Shaw. There is Spiritual harvest Pastor- PULPITS, see page 4 great joy in serving our Father. Teacher Brenda Dziadaszek OCTObER 12 - OCTObER 18, 2017 THE MONROE DISPATCH PAGE 3 October 12 - October 18, 2017 THE MONROE DISPATCH PAGE 3

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SAVE Initia- tive Community Mobile Mechanic Meeting Does Your Auto Need To Be Fixed? 7th S.A.V.E. Initiative Community Meeting 6 pm Class, Home or Office - We Come to YOU! Thursday October 12 Mon- roe Public Safety Center 1810 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Monroe LA. Recently EAZY: hired Crime Consultant Cur- 318-331-5524 tis Spears will be on hand to meet with City officials, Focus Group Leaders, and ROCKY: others in attendance to 318-533-4059 begin sharing some crime 108 Kansas Lane • Monroe, LA 71203 reduction and prevention Alma Jean Moore best practices. Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm

Sassy “78” Ouachita Parish Happy 78th birthday Monday October 16 to Alma Veterans Jean Moore love Michael, Janice, Johnniemae, If you served in World Jackie and Charles Cassey, Johnny Jr. and Joyce War II, please contact Pat and sisters Janice Reese and Lillie Augurson and Moore at 318-235-3508 or all your friends and church family. We love you [email protected]. Alma Jean! We want to recognize you at “An Evening with General” James Whitehead Jr. Friday

Shereka ShaBang spearheads abstinence purity ministry Abstinence Purity Ministry There is more to Shereka ShaBang than Urban Solo Artist of the Year. ShaBang has an abstinence purity ministry where she mentors young ladies and children. They have pledged abstinence until marriage and to live pure lives for Christ. ShaBang stated that teaching and living abstinence comes with much opposition and it takes every bit of the holy spirit and prayer to overcome the temptations of the flesh. She is looking for other ministries to partner with her to mentor more adolescents. If you are interested please email her at [email protected]. Victory Meet & Social Monday October 23, 2017, 5 pm-6:30 pm at the Ouachita Public Library Main Branch (1800 Stubbs Ave. Monroe, LA). This is to recognize her victory, bond with love, meet other supporters of her ministry and receive information on the future direction of her music ministry. She invites her team, supporters, battle buddies, friends, family, community, and all that would like to be connected to her journey to attend this event. PAGE 4 THETHE MONROEMONROE DISPATCHDISPATCH OCTObEROctober 12 -12 OCTObER - October 18, 2017 Remembering

Bythe Eddie GillisDead With each passing day, the memory of those 58 peo- ple killed by a lone gunman in Las Vegas will become just that—a memory. Why do we become so passionate over some issues like the so-called flag protests that seem to linger on and on, Susan Hayes Feazell but not over the Las Vegas Susan Hayes- shooting? Is it because none Eddie Gillis Feazell of us was affected, but by the minutes when the shootings Scholarship same token, we sympathize occurred. with the victims? Why is it There is one person who In honor of the late Susan Mr. & Mrs. Walter Jackson and St. Rep Katrina Jackson. Hayes-Feazell, Graduate of that so many of us want to also survived a shooting, Grambling State University rally around the flag over that had it not been for law Delta Sigma Theta, New Grambling Chamber Community an issue that has nothing to enforcement officers pres- Faith Church member and do with disrespect, but will ent, he could have been a loving wife of Lionel “Tab” Contributions Banquet turn a blind eye to an issue victim of a mass shooting. Feazell for 30+ years. You Six local citizens and two banks will be the betterment of the Grambling community. that is about life and death? Louisiana’s congressman are cordially invited to join honored at the Greater Grambling Chamber Without a doubt, they have done it. Their Those are hard questions Steve Scalise was seriously the Official Launch Friday, of Commerce Annual Community Contribu- contributions are solid,” it is also about rec- whereby the answers seem injured back In June, as he October 20, 6-8pm Ameri- tions Banquet Thursday, Oct. 12 at the Ruston ognizing those who have made extraordinary so ever elusive. There are and other congressional rep- ca’s River Oaks, 2040 West Civic Center at 6 p.m. with a wine and cheese contributions in the Grambling community. mass killings that occur in resentatives were practicing Gray, Houston TX. Please reception and a silent auction followed by the The recipients include Rev. Andrew Julius the U.S. more frequently for an annual baseball game. RSVP to 713-259-6540 or banquet at 7 p.m. Individual tickets are $30 Mansfield posthumously, Dr. Ruby Higgins, than we know about, but If not for the quick action of [email protected] by and tables seating eight are $210. “This is Thelma Smith Williams, Dr. Leon Whittaker, other “newsworthy” issues Capitol Police and others, Sunday Oct. 15. an opportunity to recognize individuals and State Rep. Katrina Jackson, William Rutledge take center stage. There is Congressman Scalise could organizations who consistently contribute to and L.D. Moore. this daily obsession with very well be a memory by what the president is doing/ now. The congressman sur- Tim Tippet, Boley saying, than to what mat- vived the shooting (the gun- and Richardson ters to most of us. Many of man was killed) and spent Grads Las Vegas us have “bread and butter” months recuperating from The Richardson High issues such as keeping our his near fatal injuries. Now For months, maybe years, money does not make a School classes of 1969 and friends of mine were in Las jobs, paying bills and taking he is back in Washington. a country and western con- person happy, but it does not 1970 are having their class Vegas NV and I do have care of our families. It could When Mr. Scalise was shot, cert was planned in a breezy sound rational for these ac- reunion on June 30, 2018 family that lives there, how- be accurately said that the the conversation quickly open area to enjoy an evening tions to occur. Intentionally through July 3, 2018. We ever not at that concert. So thousands of people who turned to “doing something” of music. While perform- causing harm to hundreds, would like to invite you to grateful all is well for them, attended that concert/festival about guns. However Mr. ers played and spectators for no stated purpose, is our “Meet and Greet Affair” even though so many others in Las Vegas may have had Scalise being a staunch relaxed to listen to the musi- proving to be very hurtful on June 30, 2018 at the West are in so much pain. some of those issues in their supporter of gun rights (as cians, gun shots began to fly to those involved and those Monroe Convention Center The media has kept us in- lives. Nonetheless, for just a is this reporter), but not to into the air. feeling a sense of loss from West Monroe LA from 6:00 formed of this situation, but few hours they did what we the point of guns that are of Now, 59 have lost their this act of hatred. p.m., until 11:00 p.m. $20 in this is surely a senseless act all do, that is to do something military grade, did not alter lives and more than 500 are Many individuals, celeb- advance and $25 at the door. with no reasoning at all. Let that gives us a little pleasure his views after he was almost injured. So many lives lost rities, and everyday people There will be refreshments us pray for these victims and in life for just a little while, killed, and not after the Las and changed at the hands are feeling this loss and the and other fun activities. We their families and hope that knowing that we have to face Vegas massacre. No matter of a multi-millionaire who pain of this tragedy. The look forward to seeing you. our legislators and govern- the real world when it is all how many people that have owned a plane, materials spirit of humanity opened Questions, contact us at ment act to curb this type of over. Fifty-eight people out been killed in mass shootings to make explosives, several on the scene as strangers (318) 614-8344 or (318) 324- violent action in the future. of the thousands who were at by guns that are not used for guns, thousands of rounds helped the injured as best 9875 or email sandra815@ Be blessed and be a the festival, including police sport/hunting, Republicans of ammunition, and several they could. It was a little ymail.com. Thanks in blessing. officers will not live to talk steadfastly refuse to consider real estate properties. Surely bit close to home as some advance LaRonda Dixon about or relive those awful any gun legislation. There was a glimmer of hope fol- lowing what happened in PULPITS, from page 2 Las Vegas, but that seems O Come, Let Us Sing Unto or concealed. You will have to be dead. the Lord, presents “Magnify in-depth chapter, verse to Congressman Scalise the Lord,” Saturday Oct. verse explanation by Pastor penned a “thank you” letter 21, 6pm Alfred Mack and maps and to those who “prayed and literature available at each Book of Revela- extended” well wishes to class. So, if your Church is him and his family. He talked tion Bible Study not having service come on about God’s grace allow- Philadelphia Word Cen- over to Philadelphia Word ing him to live. He talked ter Church 215 Arnold Dr./ Center Church, Children about being with his family, Buckhorn Bend Rd. Mon- Church available especially his children. He roe LA Dr. Pastor/Teacher also talked about his faith Alfred Mack. The book Healing Services Healing Services con- in God. He also said that of Revelation Bible study ducted by Rev. Jacquelyn his near death experience begins Sunday October 15, Simmons family & friends “changed his life forever, 6:30 p.m. You will learn how will convene Monday Oct. but not the way you might Revelation in Greek mean- 9, 6 pm Triumph Baptist think”. It would appear that ing Apokalupsis, meaning to Church 800 Girod St. Mon- the congressman was given reveal that which is hidden roe LA. The key word will an opportunity by God’s be Love with Rev. Elisha grace to make a change in K.C. WADE Cook serving as speaker. the guns conversation, but he Music will be provided un- will not use that voice to do M.D. der the direction of Marion so. Why we may ask. Those INTERNAL Prudhomme. GILLIS, see page 6 MEDICINE & PRIMARY WILDCATS, Congratulations to Dr. Eric CARE from page 2 Davis, Wossman’s current laps for cheer practice. I principal for continuing that (ADULTS) remember fearing Mrs. Ruby spirit of excellence. Boston, and working so hard Happy Homecoming 401 HALL ST. to keep my English notebook to all the Wossman High MONROE, LA neat. I remember going to School alumni! I am so visit Mrs. Dorothy McNeal, happy to be a part of the (318) 324-9113 sitting in the Catshop, and Wildcat family! traveling out of town to cheer Seeking Carroll • BC/BS at the football and basketball games with cheer coach Mr. 1966 Year Book • VANTAGE Larry Edmonds is Malcolm Gay. There are searching for a Carroll • HUMANA so many other memories I 1966 year book. Please could share and would love • UNITED contact edmonle@ya- to relive. HEALTHCARE hoo.com Attending Wossman re- • MEDICARE, minded me how special I am, AND OTHERS. how much pride there is on Register the south side, and how truly New Patients Welcome! amazing Black excellence is. & Vote! OCTObER 12 - OCTObER 18, 2017 THE MONROE DISPATCH PAGE 5 Mr. Pickem Grissom’s Football Predictions week 7 - october 13 week 6 record: 11-4 featured games: 3-0 (14-4 overall) overall record: 75-25 Another successful week is in the books as I went an impressive 11-4 overall and 3-0 in fea- tured games, but with district rivalries, long- distance road trips and daunting road games I wouldn’t expect things to go this week as well. Richwood battles cross- town rival, Carroll at the Dog Pound, while Neville hits the road to south Louisiana to take on Franklinton and #2 Sterlington will have its hands full again as they visit Wossman and their intense homecom- ing crowd. Don’t be It’s Football season During halftime, Neville 2017 Bengal Belles provide halftime entertainment second to none.Photo Dispatch afraid to go with a few 2016 co-district champi- won’t be overly impressed lethal running the Rams when the clock starts to upset picks this week, the game when Outley hit on, Carroll Bulldogs. The by the ‘Cats. The big- attack to perfection. They roll. In last year’s contest because I really think Grissom Top 10 athlete, undefeated Panthers had gest question that I have connected for several big Carroll’s experienced that regardless of re- Taj Samuel for a 9 yard to reach deep to fend off a about this game is “Why plays Friday night but bunch lost a squeaker 19- cord, there will be some score to give the ‘Cats an pesky bunch of ‘Dogs that would anyone schedule none bigger than a 33- 14 to a good but not great thrilling finishes. With early 7-0 lead. With the weren’t quite ready to get a state champion for yard touchdown in the Richwood bunch. Turn the LHSAA playoffs just game knotted at 14-14, a off the throne. After head- their homecoming?” Well back of the end zone that the clock a year and now 3 weeks away, winning botched snap on a Ruston ing into the half ahead Coach Dean Smith oper- gave the Rams the lead the Rams are the more becomes as important punt gave the Rebs the 22-6, a little complacency ates under a different set for good. experienced team and as ever and some teams ball inside the Bearcat may have settled into the of rules and in his eyes, Carroll showed it’s they’ve had a point to on the outside don’t 10-yard line and it proved Panthers mindsets but he’s still the top dog in resilience Friday night prove since an upsetting have much time to book to be a pivotal turning a potent running game this district and the Pan- in a tough road loss to 1st round loss to North their tickets into the point in the game. Bolden produced two late scores thers are just a stepping Sterlington. Fantory- Webster in 2016. Coach postseason. would score the go-ahead while also chewing up stone towards another ian Pendleton has been Robert Arvie has Rich- touchdown on the en- ** Game of the Week ** valuable seconds off the crown. However, home- somewhat of the spark wood winning games in #7 OUACHITA suing drive. Grissom clock. RB Dallas Reagor coming festivities are like plug that Jackie Hamil- all different fashions but LIONS (4-2) @ #6 G.O.At., Damarion Mal- put together consecutive a gift and a curse. There ton was hoping for prior a win is a win. Smith has RUSTON BEARCATS colm wasn’t tested too weeks of outstanding will be a ton of folks on to his jamboree injury. made his job a lot easier (3-2) often but I would expect rushing as he paced the Arizona St just waiting to Combined with the in- by spraying balls around The Ouachita Lions that to change this week Panthers with 116 yards send the Panthers pack- sertion of Cedric Woods to his studs, Ceasar and opened the first 2 weeks vs the Lions. and a score. Luke Den- ing up HWY 165N, but at quarterback and the Mississippi St commit, of the season sitting For decades, District mon also eclipsed the cen- I think Coach Lee Doty ‘Dogs have a recipe for Geor’Quarius Spivey atop Grissom’s rank- 2-5A has been one of the tury mark with 115 yards keeps his bunch focused some late success. Woods both of whom caught TDs ings and rightfully so. most heralded districts in and 2 touchdowns. If that on the goal of overtaking connected with former last week, but I think With several division 1 the state, but it’s usually wasn’t enough, QB Car- this district and chasing QB Sir Timothy Hol- that Arvie exploits a Car- athletes on their roster, a one-horse race when all son Clowers also tagged another state title. “What lins for 76 yards and roll defensive front that the Lions looked poised the smoke settles. Both in with 73 yards on the will Sterlington do to the a score and Pendelton struggled against the run to finally take over as teams are itching to get ground with 2 scores Dub?” They’ll leave an L rushed for a season-high and senior RB Anthony the king of district 2-5A over the hurdle known as of his own. This Friday on the Dub! 85 yards on 11 carries. Watson will steal the and perhaps the entire West Monroe and Friday they’ll all need a repeat Sterlington 24 Woods, only a sopho- show Friday with 200+. 5A classification. In night’s game will put one performance if they plan Wossman 12 more, has a very bright Richwood 28 Carroll the time since, they’ve of these teams closer to to leave with a victory future on Renwick and 16 lost twice (Neville and that goal and another one at Wossman. Wossman CARROLL BULL- he’s built for the job. He Plaquemine) and won looking from the caboose. OTHER GAMES: finally got into the win DOGS (2-4) VS #3 even moonlighted again twice (Pineville and Ruston must be kicking #1 WEST MONROE column last Friday with RICHWOOD RAMS in the ‘Dogs secondary Carencro) even finding themselves for not finish- 50 ALEXANDRIA a district road win over (4-2) and came away with themselves falling com- ing the job last week and 23; #8 NEVILLE Madison Parish 50-26. The roller coaster that beautiful interception. pletely out of the top 10 now they’ll have to sit 32 FRANKLINTON In its previous 5 games we’ve come to know as With an overall 142 pass- a week ago. A much- back and play the wait- 10;WEST OUACHITA the Wildcats scored a Richwood reached its ing yards, 3 TDS & 114 needed win to start dis- ing game, while Ouachita 35 BUCKEYE 20; combined 44 points, but peak last Friday with an yards rushing, Woods trict last week may be the technically still controls GREEN OAKS 25 the trip to Tallulah may incredible homecoming made his claim for week spark the Lions needed to their own destiny. A win FRANKLIN PARISH have been what coach win over Union Parish 6’ Grissom G.O.At. loud get the wheels spinning. over the Bearcats will 17; #4 CALDWELL Dean Smith needed to 14-6. The Rams defense and clear. Carroll found A balanced offensive out- keep Ouachita at the top PARISH 50 BOLTON put his team in position led by CJ Ceasar and twin a way to produce another put by the Lions kept Pin- of the district and with 21; UNION PARISH to defend its district title. brothers, Devione and defensive score on a Der- eville guessing all night. a matchup versus those 53 MADISON 22; #5 After starting the season Deionte Reed have lifted rick Logwood 65-yard Backup RB Chaunzavia dreaded Rebs 3 weeks FERRIDAY 55 VIDA- 0-5 many Wildcat sup- the Rams 5 spots up and fumble recovery, but Lewis has filled in nicely away they can’t afford a LIA 15; MANGHAM porters were considering into the 3rd spot of Gris- they’ll need to limit the in the absence of Dylan slip up. Both teams fea- 36 GENERAL TRASS the “wait till next year” som’s Top 10. Holding Rams rushing attack and Parker and shredded ture some very talented 12; RAYVILLE 38 approach but Smith is the Farmers to 131 total minimize the penalties apart the home team with players that will be very DELHI CHARTER 28; thinking about shocking yards offense the home (13 for 110 yards) if they 165 yards on 26 carries. productive on the next #9 CEDAR CREEK some folks in 2017 first. team pleased the crowd plan on upsetting a very QB Jabari Johnson has level in the years to come, 35 ST FRED 13; OAK Wossman went into the of thousands. What’s good Rams squad. displayed his dual-threat and this one should be GROVE 27 O.C.S. 21 game with a few revisions even more impressive is Both teams have made abilities over the past 2 about a good a game to the offense and em- that the Rams held stud quarterback changes at weeks and he threw for as you’ve seen all year. GRISSOM’S G.O.AT ployed a traditional un- athletes Lawrence Glos- the initial stages of the 155 yards and 2 touch- Ouachita currently sits OF THE WEEK der-the-center I-forma- son and Trent Ginn to 84 season and by doing so downs vs Pineville. Both at #10 in the LHSAA week 6 tion and pounded away at total yards (less than 150 they’ve both seen good of those TDs connected power ratings, but Rus- the Jags front. The Wild- yards away from their av- results. The only differ- DALVIN to WR Josh Newton who ton is see-sawing on the cats’ rugged start to the erages).Union Parish also ence is that Richwood’s HUTCHINSON - DL pulled down 3 catches for outskirts at #28. Ruston year hasn’t been enviable realized very quickly that results have been in the WEST MONROE HS a whopping 146 yards. coach Jarrad Baugh will but the athletes are there Ceasar can make a team win column while Car- 14 TACKLES,4 The Lions stout defense have to convey to his guys to make late run. Jay pay wherever he lines up roll’s have been in overall TACKLES-LOSS, 1.5 also pitched a shutout that this is a must-win for West, Nick Traylor and on any gridiron and now offensive effectiveness. SACKS until the last 5 minutes of Ruston if they want to so- KJ Dougan all reached with his partner in crime, This will be one of those the game. With Roberts lidify a post-season berth VS WEST OUACHITA paydirt and they’ll look to Joseph Smith, behind the rival games that records and C.J. Brown expected and any shot at a district do the same as the home- center the duo have been won’t matter one bit to be back at full strength championship and with coming crowd is expected this week, the Lions team West Monroe now in the to be thick and loud Fri- that was once #1 is excel- rear-view, I expect the day night. ling right when it needs. home team to pull out Even at 6-0 the Pan- I’m sure Ruston isn’t all the stops. Samuel and thers are going to have to the team that hangs their Marcus carry the ‘Cats play their way to earn the hat on moral victories, back into the win column! respect of such a competi- Commercial & Residential but a tough road loss in Ruston 23 Ouachita 20 tive district and it’ll only week 6 to West Monroe #2 STERLINGTON do so by winning. In case shouldn’t deter anyone’s PANTHERS (6-0) vs you didn’t know, Woss- belief in the Bearcats. WOSSMAN WILD- man is currently district The ‘Cats only two losses CATS (1-5) co-champs in 2-3A and Home of came to the top 2 teams Sterlington’s house- at 1-0 this year, they’re in 5A (Acadiana & West warming gift into its new not ready to just hand it Monroe). Last Friday, residence wasn’t the most over to a newcomer. Ster- the Bearcats bottled up hospitable. In its inaugu- lington’s M.O. the past Worldwide Largest Carpet stud QB Slade Bolden for ral game in district 2-3A couple years has been a majority of the contest the Panthers scratched “come one, come all” Cleaning Franchise but costly penalties and and clawed its way to a and they’ve knocked out a costly turnover plagued 36-26 victory over the the road team late. La every one that’s stepped Tech commit RB Dean- in the ring the past 15 Carpet Maid dre Marcus burst free Jesus Cares Ministriesgames so I’m sureTaxi they Janitorial for some big runs in the Cleaning Service contest and rushed for a Monroe, LA team high 119 yards and a score. Ruston’s dual- quarterback system was at its best when junior QB Eric Outley was be- Dispatch hind center as the offense 318.512.9339 struck the scoreboard Airport/Pre Arranged/Trips/Work/Bus/Dr. Appts. first on its second drive of Pickups PAGE 6 THE MONROE DISPATCH OCTObEROctober 12 - 12 OCTObER - October 18, 2017 HAPPENINGS, The Estate of Michael Jack- Call ahead 318.855.3652. on the radio Majic 97.3 6pm fence repair, landscaping, son, release Michael Jackson Radio Advertising from page 3 Call Art Edwards 318 painting, firewood, fence SCREAM, a collection of 13 680.1691 or 318.388.2323 row cleaning and more need Michael Jackson of his all-time most electri- Plum Street Handyman and forget the fancy title the job done right the first Scream Album fying and danceable tracks Underpass Services Art sells radio advertising time- call 318.512.0715 Epic/Legacy Record- including Ghosts, Torture, Experienced Reasonable for 6 radio stations. Give Re-Opened references. 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I find pleasure in His Hours 11am – until all the Friday and Saturday 10th annual “Women of the Word” Prayer Conference Word and have a desire to food is gone. On Sat. 11am Every Word of God is & Breakfast Fellowship. Ladies in this community and know it and practice it. -2pm get here early to en- Ron’s World- pure; He is a shield unto surrounding cities are invited to join us for an endless Wednesday and joy lip-smacking bbq, and Famous Cajun them that put their trust in supply of encouragement, an atmosphere that will refresh Thursday koolaide. So good you don’t Him. Proverbs 30:5 your soul, and a powerful Word from God. There is NO Boudin Thy Word is a lamp unto have to say grace, already Cracklings are back by Prayer: Father, it is so COST to attend. The conference is Saturday October 14, my feet, and a light unto my blessed and there are 3 sides order! Best Ice Tea in Town, satisfying to know that ev- 8:30 a.m. Men are welcome, too. information, spiritual- path. 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Ambassadors are back on the radio Majic 97.3, 10 GILLIS, from page 4 am. Brother Brian Johnson fifty eight people can’t speak America”. Faith is believing motivates & educates every for themselves, only their that what we ask of God, He Sat. at the Roundtable where families and representatives will bring it to pass. Maybe you can EAT (Evaluate All in Washington. At the end of our leaders need to act on Things). Check it out and every political speech, we that faith, so that we can all lock it down! will hear the words, “May sleep a little better with our God bless you, may God families. Remember, the world is watching. So is God. Blues & Soul bless the United States of Report PPW’s Top 10 Blues 1. Cheap Ass Man – T.K. Soul OBITUARIEStion of Smith Funeral Home. 2. Hey DJ – Chris Ivy Erma J. Copland, 3. 3 Rounds – Tre 62. Homemaker. Williams Erma J. Copland of Mon- Otha McHenry, 63 Otha McHenry of Bas- 4. Chillin With My roe, LA Homemaker died trop, LA Cook, died Sep- Baby – Ricky White Saturday October 7, 2017. tember 30, 2017. Services: 5. Broke as Hell – Mr. Services: 11:00AM Satur- Saturday, October 14, 2017 Sam day October 14 at Greater at 1:00 pm at Greater Mag- 6. Bit off More Than I Free Gift B C. Visitation: nolia B.C. in Bastrop, LA. Can Chew (remix) Pat Green 3:00-6:00PM Friday in Fu- Visitation: Friday, October 7. I Like Your Style – neral Home Chapel. Burial: 13, 2017 from 5:00-7:00 pm Edward Thomas Richwood Memorial Garden at Tennant Funeral Home of 8. That Chick – Karen under direction of McFarland Bastrop, LA. Burial: H.V. Wolfe Funeral Company. Adams Cemetery in Bastrop, 9. Korma – Coupe LA under the direction of DeVille Emmitt Loretha Tennant Funeral Home. 10. I Need a Drank – Bigg

Robb Franklin, 81 Emmitt Loretha Franklin Got the blues, Catch PPW of Monroe, LA Custodian, Tommie Lee Bass, Wed., Sat. and Sun. Nights died October 3, 2017. Ser- Sr., 65 vices: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, Tommie Lee Bass, Sr. October 14, at Mt. Zion resident of Enterprise, AL. Baptist Church. Monroe, LA. formally of Lake Provi- Visitation: 1:00 - 6:00 P.M., dence, LA Custodian, died Friday October 13, at Smith October 1, 2017. Services Visit “Super T” Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. are incomplete at this time, Burial: Magnolia Cemetery, under the direction of Ten- Monroe, LA under the direc- nant Funeral Home of Ray- ville, LA.

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POLICE BLOTTERS

Corrine D. Jackson Danielle L. Amos Decarrius T. Hill Simple Arson Theft Resisting an Officer

Dennis R. Ceasar, Jr. Detonio D. Carter Edward L. Moore, Jr. FTA Bench Warrant Violation of Probation Theft

Laterrance L. Brown Nichollas E. Washington Oliver C. Harris Domestic Abuse Battery Indecent Behavior With Theft Juveniles

Bianca V. Cott Brenda L. Miller Britteny N. Hicks FTA Bench Warrant Obstruction of Justice Operating Vehicle On Suspended LIcense

Stacey G. Kellum Shelby D. Caldwell Shunderius D. Tugler Theft FTA Bench Warrant Simple Burglary

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Gray - From P.1 Carroll. Julian excelled high school sweetheart his long-time love, Ge- “Marching Orders” at football, becoming Co- and longtime love, Ge- neva, they were destined The Monroe Man Charles Johnson Park Captain of the football neva Lynch. to reunite after some March will not be an to begin the program @ team during his junior Under the training reconciliation. In 1966, year, and then Captain of the legendary Coach during their senior year actual “march”. We will 10am. We have invited during his senior year of Eddie Robinson, Sr., Ju- of college, Julian married not be literally march- Job Corps, Mccann high school. While excel- lian and a multitude of his childhood crush and ing from one place to School of Business & ling in sports, Julian kept teammates were destined high school sweetheart, another as it was typi- Technology, Delta Com- up his studies and main- for greatness. Despite Geneva Lynch. He and cally done in the 1960’s. munity College, mental tained honor roll status heavy football training his bride matriculated This is not a protest or a health, substance abuse, throughout high school. and coursework, during Grambling College, both demonstration. We are counseling and other On the team, he played the holidays and sum- graduating with Bach- not angry or demanding social service agencies. tight end very well, and mer breaks, Julian came elor of Arts (BA) degrees anything from anyone Local carpenters, plumb- was an All-State Foot- home to work with his in 1967. During his se- other than ourselves. ers, electricians, concrete ball Player, catching 16 father at The Bayou De- nior year he was drafted We will simply gather finishers and others have touchdown passes in his Siard Country Club, to in the 4th round by the at Charles Johnson been invited to offer em- junior year and 13 touch- earn extra money. Even New York Jets. However, Marion Obafemi down passes in his senior though earning money after sustaining a career Park located at 3313 ployment opportunities year. During his time at was good, it was the les- ending shoulder injury, Bernstein Park Drive in every man, woman and for those in need of a job, Carroll High School, the sons that Julian’s father he departed from the Monroe this Saturday, young person in Monroe but have been denied be- Bulldogs won their first instilled in him regarding Jets, leaving the game of October 14th, to make and surrounding areas. cause there may be some- State Championship in accountability, persever- football forever. He then a statement that we are If you know someone thing on their record. 1961 under the tutelage ance, determination, and returned to his other taking responsibility for (male or female) that Information on how to of Coach J.L. Thomas. challenging work that love - teaching. He very the safety of our com- could benefit from the get criminal charges ex- Upon high school gradu- continued to shape the graciously accepted his munity. All of us (The services that we are try- punged will also be avail- ation Julian quickly set rest his adult life. first teaching job from Church, The Chosen ing to make available, able. The main focus and his sights on furthering Julian was a guys’ Mr. Mack Moore at Se- and The Children) can please bring them with purpose of this event is his education and play- guy and a ladies’ man. vier High School. Julian you. We are asking that ing “ball”. In 1962 Julian His sense of humor was and Geneva moved to do something to make that we (The Church, was awarded a full ath- uncanny, and his abil- Ferriday, LA in 1967 to Monroe a safer place to EACH 1, REACH 1 and The Chosen and The letic scholarship and en- ity to make everyone feel embark on a new life and live and we will openly BRING 1. There will Children) will humble tered Grambling College, welcome was irresistible. career. make that commitment not be anything sold ourselves before God to now known as Grambling He continued to excel on He later transferred to God and each other during this event. EV- ask Him to forgive us State University. Follow- and off the gridiron. De- to Ferriday High School on that day. Although ERYTHING IS FREE for falling short of His ing beside him was his spite a short split from where he could impart his our primary aim is to including the FOOD.. glory and that we will knowledge of “the game” link males to resources Those with booth spaces make a vow to Him to by working as both a that can help with edu- who will be cooking do our part to make our Keller-Williams’ Tanji Head Football Coach and cational, mental health or providing informa- community a safer place Teacher. Winning dis- and employment needs tion and services will to live. We are asking for trict football champion- Elzie “Makes Your arrive as early as 8am ships every year certainly and this gathering is your prayers that God solidified his decision to called “The Monroe to set up. We will start will lend us His spirit as Dreams Come True” Man March”, it is not lining up at 9am @ The we strive to make Him My name is Tanji continue molding young major remodeling project athletes and developing an initiative that is ex- Zoo Pavilion located at proud of our efforts. Elzie. As many of my as well as to manage per- raw talent. His time in clusively for men. This 1405 Bernstein Park Thank you for reading friends and neighbors sonal real estate proper- Ferriday, LA was brief yet will be a family friendly Road and walk into these words. know, I am a local busi- ties. As an enthusiastic, valuable, as he and Ge- event that is open for our designated area of Bro. Marion Obafemi ness owner who has been newly licensed realtor neva met many lifelong in business for myself ser- with Keller-Williams Re- friends in the small but vicing the community for alty, I would love the op- close knit community. over 30 years. Over those portunity to assist you in In 1971 he gladly ac- 30 years, I have learned fulfilling your real estate cepted a job from Prin- America’s Anthem, a lot about how to run a needs. Whether it’s sell- cipal Henry Carroll and successful business. Re- ing a piece of property or reentered the hallowed cently, I decided to apply purchasing your dream halls of his alma mater- Carroll High School. He my years of experience home, my goal is not just Flag, Freedom, Justice and business acumen in fell into the roll with vigor to “Make Your Dreams and gusto as a Business pursuit of another excit- Come True” but also to Teacher, Football Coach ing venture, real estate. “Bring Your Dreams to and Track/Field Coach. Hypocrisy I am currently utilizing Life.” Let’s Talk! See In 1976 Julian’s tough zen, and lately for those these skills to complete a by Perry Thomas Display Ad below. See Gray, P.9 God loves the truth non-whites seeking and the light. The citizenship in America. American National An- America touts itself to Rent to Own them, flag and claims be the land of the free of freedom and justice and freedom, but has, do not have the same and still to an overt 3B/1BTH symbolism for all Amer- extent enslaves blacks Totally electric icans. Certainly not for from the legal era of black Americans and slavery and involuntary tion, housing, schools, $2500 down - $500 other minorities, the servitude, to the current communities, services, poor and downtrodden. day mass imprisonment, Month money, resources, civil White Americans ap- arrest, convictions, sen- rights, human rights, pear to be America’s Own in 2-1/2 years tencing, false witness, and the constitutional preference for privi- wrongful death, murder Bill of Rights. America Did not Flood lege. Other Americans and executions, lack of has been deceptive in are, by virtue, consid- due process, racial pro- its claim to be a nation Veterans Event Center By Appt. Only ered to be second class filing, racism, discrimi- of law and justice, when Helping Veterans citizens. Therefore, nation, suppression, etc. government officials for Rent the emphasis, loyalty, Black Americans are 318.512.7085 318.512.7085 318.387.7983 and the rich and power- devotion, worship and still not free. America ful break every law, rule, praise directed toward proclaims itself to be a code, regulation, statue, the Anthem and flag land of equal opportu- or ethic ever written PUBLIC NOTICE take on quite a different nity, yet it has and con- without consequence; THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF MONROE, LOUISIANA, will accept applications for perspective according to tinues to deny blacks while blacks and the the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) beginning, Saturday, October 21, 2017 from 8:00 am what category one falls the same opportunities poor suffer the full and to 2:00 p.m. and Monday, October 23, 2017 through Tuesday, October 24, 2017 from 8:00 am until 12:00 in as an American citi- given to whites concern- noon at the Housing Authority’s Annex, located at 210 Harrison Street, Monroe, Louisiana. The taking of excessive brunt of the applications will be suspended at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, October 24, 2017. ing blacks being denied law, America’s brand of Incredible Hats opportunities for equal justice to blacks equates As per MHA’s Admission and Continued Occupancy Plan, applications will continue to be accepted justice under the law, after October 24, 2017 from applicants that are classified with preferences (Elderly, Disabled Head of to, “just us.” Blacks/ Household, and Veterans, etc.). 210 Harrison Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. equal lending and cred- poor are in a continu- it, equal pay and voting, ous fight for freedom, Frank Wilcox, employment, educa- Executive Director liberty and justice is America. The American Anyone who is disabled or requires special services should contact the Monroe Housing Authority at flag to many Americans, (318) 388-1500, Extension 302. 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Grieves- From P.1 and got a degree as an say that Marquinton didn’t get any answers, also said that the place scene of the shooting, as in a closed casket funeral auto tech. The family has produced a gun, whereby only questions about who where Marquinton was they said that their loved service. One of his grand- come closer together, said he was shot and killed. they were. The family felt killed was more than a one “just laid there on mothers said of Marquin- one of his relatives, as Underwood was appre- that the officers in charge mile from where they the ground” without any ton, “they didn’t kill a they rely on their faith in hended with drugs and treated them in a manner were. dignity, when officers thug in the streets, but a God to get them through a firearm in his posses- that was unprofessional, The family said that knew he was long dead. man who was loved, and this difficult time. They sion. The third passenger given the stress that they there wasn’t any ambu- The family is very hurt, respected. He graduated want and need your wasn’t harmed, but was were under, not know- lance/first responders having just buried Mar- from West Monroe High, said to collaborate depu- ing if their loved one was that arrived at/near the quinton Saturday (Oct. 7) worked at a local KFC prayers. ties’ account of the inci- dead or alive. The family From P.1 dent. thought that if the offi- Gray - classroom as he did his tainly a much-anticipated everything, but they were The incident hap- cers knew that they were approach and dedication athletes on the track and homecoming celebration devoted friends and knew related to Marquinton, to his team payed off as football field. Julian not for Julian, making him the how to compromise, just pened about 5:30p.m. he was named the Bayou that afternoon. At about and they knew who they only felt it was important first Carroll High School like family. Julian later DeSiard Optimist Track to motivate his students, graduate to ever become served two terms as In- 5:41p.m., the family re- (deputies) shot, just tell Coach of the Year. Many ceived a call that Mar- them if it was their loved but mentor them as well. principal. During his ten- terim Superintendent of have said that he also ran In 1983 he was awarded ure at Carroll High School, the Monroe City School quinton had been shot, one. The father, along a defensive line that was with Marquinton’s moth- “Male Teacher of Year Julian made student edu- before retiring in 2005. and told the family where second to none. Shortly 1982-1983” at Carroll cation the priority. He may Julian selflessly dedicated he was. Several members er and grandmothers thereafter he met a new High School. have walked softly, and over 38yrs of his career of the family hurriedly were there, but still the friend, the late Principal In 1983 he was promot- carried a big stick, but ev- in education to teaching, drove to the area where family had to wait hours Curtis Armand, who was ed to Assistant Principal ery student felt safe, loved coaching, mentoring, re- the incident happened, before they finally got soon to become a signifi- at Wossman High School, and important. structuring and enhancing confirmation that Mar- cant leader and career ad- and spent five transfor- In 1997 he became the the educational experience only to be asked by of- visor for Julian. ficers at the scene at a quinton “was deceased”, mative years working un- Director of Child Welfare for thousands of students. Being the consummate der the late Grady Jones, and Attendance at Monroe He hoped his efforts to roadblock, “how did they allegedly telling them student, in 1977 he hit the know” of the incident. that he had “drugs and who was then Principal City Schools and in 2000 improve education would books again, returning to at Wossman High School. was promoted to the As- make a positive impact on They were told “to wait”, a gun” on him, nothing school to receive his Mas- else. The family contends Julian not only gained sistant Superintendent of society. but from their vantage ter’s degree in Administra- another mentor but also a the Monroe City Schools. Julian dedicated his point, they didn’t see or that throughout their or- tion and Supervision from great friend in Grady. He It was there that Julian life to Christ and was a hear any emergency ve- deal, the treatment that Northeast Louisiana Uni- and Grady were said to be found another great men- member of Avenue Baptist hicles come to the area, they received was crude versity. Shortly thereafter like “Ebony and Ivory liv- tor and faithful friend Dr. Church under the late Rev- but only saw law enforce- and abusive. The family he ventured on to receive ing in perfect harmony”. George Cannon. Some erend L.B. Oliver. There, his Master’s +30 degree In 1988 Julian was would say that they were he served as the Adult ment vehicles. As the from Northeast Louisiana family asked more ques- promoted to Principal of like “ brothers from an- Sunday School Teacher University. Teaching ac- Carroll High School. It other mother” or ”frick and Associate Superinten- tions, they also noticed Church Signs counting, typing, and busi- that there wasn’t any yel- was bittersweet to leave and frack”. They may dent of Sunday Schools. ness courses, he continued his friend Grady, but cer- have not always agreed on low tape at the scene, but He also frequently visited 318.512.7085 to push his students in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church with his wife and family for Sunday Services lead by Reverend Ike Byrd, III. He has received nu- merous awards over his RELIGIOUS LOG lifetime including the City of Monroe’s Martin Jesus Cares Missionary Baptist Church Luther King Achieve- Marbles Community Center ment Award, Henry Car- 2950 Renwick St. • Monroe, LA roll Achievement Award, 1st-4th Sunday Worship - 11 am and Carroll High School’s Bible Study - Thursday 6:45 Alumni Award, just to name a few. He is a very “seeking the People proud member of Kappa of isaiah 61” Pastor William & Wanda Carr Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. and served as Exchequer of the Monroe Alumnae Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. for many years. He was also a member of the Roy O. Wil- lis #260 Masonic Lodge and served as President of the Matador Civic Club. Despite Julian’s stoic appearance, it was his raw candor, off handed jokes and comedic timing that so many loved about him. He was a true gentle- man- quietly and bravely battling three types of cancers over his lifetime. Julian endured his cancer treatments and dialysis with courage and dignity. On some of his longer trips or hospitalizations, he was often accompanied by his loyal wife, Geneva, coupled with his devoted sister, Janie, and brother- in-law, Carl, or his other brother-in- law Rusty. He always remained generous and humble to his friends and family, despite his tribulations. Julian’s advice, guid- ance and wisdom have been invaluable to many, and it will be dearly missed. Although he is away, we will continue to carry on the memories and his legacy in our hearts and minds forever.Julian Mrs. Earnestine Green was preceded in death by his parents John Gray, Jr. and Naomi Brown Gray. He leaves to cher- ish his life and legacy… His loving and devoted WORD MINISTRIES wife of 51years Geneva Spreading the Gospel Lynch Gray, and their P. O. Box 8061 • 318.343.0127 • Monroe, Louisiana 71211 four wonderful children- [email protected] “study to shew thyself approved unto Dameon Gray (Denise), god, a workman that neededth not be Julia Nicole Jason, Julian ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” (ii Timothy 2:15 KJV). ”Scotty” Gray, Jr., Karen For a free weekly email transcript of the UMI Gray Gomez (Rossie) and (Urban Ministries, Inc.), Sunday School Lesson Summary; send your email address request to 7 amazing grandchildren, [email protected] Thank you! Bro. James Goods, Jr. Jonathan, Blair, Jillian, Taylor, Brooke, Bailey and Giovanna.His sweet God- daughter- Iketria Byrd, His lovely eldest daugh- ters from a prior relation- ship-Tonya W. Galloway (Frank) and Roslyn Holmes (Lamon) and six amazing grandchil- dren Ramon, Dameon, Kimitria, Anfernee,

201 Stanley Ave. • Monroe, LA Kamara, Ravon and several beautiful great- grandchildren. His car- ing siblings- Leamon Gray (Stephanie), Janie Wil- liams (Carl), Barbara Ann Turner, Raynetta Traywick (Joe), Beverly Washington (Larry), Michael Gray and Tam- my Gray and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral servic- es are Saturday October 14, 2017, 1pm Carroll High School Auditori- um Monroe LA. Visita- tion is Friday October 13, 2-5pm and Fam- ily hour is 6-7pm Miller Funeral Home Monroe LA. Please pray for this family. PAGE 10 THE MONROE DISPATCH OCTObER 12 - OCTObER 18, 2017

PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF ment Grant and stated that the grant will be through “Ouachita Citizen”, a newspaper of general circulation OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A SPE- the Environmental Protection Agency and will be used within the District, published in Monroe, Louisiana, CIAL CALLED MEETING HELD ON, FRIDAY, SEPTEM- for assessment of properties that have been abandoned and being the official journal of the Governing Author- BER 15, 2017 AT 12:00 P.M. or idle. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Ms. ity, once a week for four (4) consecutive weeks, with the Moore to approve PPM Consultants to submit an applica- first publication to be made not less than forty-five (45) The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of tion for the Brownfield Assessment Grant. Motion passed days nor more than ninety (90) days prior to the date Louisiana met in a special called session in the Ouachita without opposition. fixed for the election, which Notice shall be substantially Parish Police Jury Conference Room, Courthouse Build- ENGINEERING REPORT: in the respective forms attached hereto as Exhibit “A” ing, Monroe, Louisiana on Friday, September 15, 2017 at The president recognized Mr. Crosby, Engineer. Mr. and incorporated herein by reference the same as if it 12:00 p.m., and was duly convened by Mr. Scotty Robin- Crosby spoke regarding Change Order No. 21 for Finks were set forth herein in full, with such changes as may be son, President. Hideaway Road and stated that the change order will necessary to be made at the discretion of the Chairman, Members Present (4) reconcile quantities. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, sec- Secretary or such other representative of the District as Scotty Robinson District A onded by Mr. Clampit to approve Change Order No. 21. shall have the apparent authority to make said changes Jack Clampit District B Motion passed without opposition. (the “Authorized Representative”). As of the adoption Walt Caldwell District C Mr. Crosby presented the Stage 0 Reports for the of this resolution, the registrar of voters was unable to Pat Moore District F 2018/2019 funding cycle for the Federal Highway Admin- provide a list of polling places for the District. Once that Members Absent (2) istration. Mr. Crosby recommended approving the Stage information is received, the Authorized Representatives Ollibeth Reddix District D 0 Reports for Well Road and Hadley Street. Motion of- are hereby directed to complete the Notice by including Shane Smiley District E fered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to approve said information, prior to publication. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: the Stage 0 Reports. Motion passed without opposition. SECTION 3. Canvass. This Governing Authority The president asked if there were any additions or Mr. Crosby spoke regarding the emergency repair to shall meet at its regular meeting place, at Police Jury amendments to the agenda. There were none. Motion Comanche Trail and stated that the contractor should Meeting Room (2nd Floor – Ouachita Parish Courthouse), offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Clampit to ap- begin work by Thursday. 301 South Grand, Monroe, LA, on MONDAY DECEMBER prove the agenda as published. Motion passed without Mr. Crosby spoke regarding Caples Road and Slocum 4, 2017, at 5:30 P.M., and shall then and there in open and opposition. Road and stated that the contractors have the punch list public session proceed to examine and canvass the re- PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: items. turns and declare the results of the said special election. The president asked for public comments on the Mr. Crosby spoke regarding the FEMA public assis- SECTION 4. Polling Places. The polling places agenda as approved. No one appeared or came forth to tance and hazard mitigation projects and stated he is set forth in the aforesaid Notice of Special Election, as speak during this time. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, still working with FEMA on the projects. published pursuant to Section 2 hereof, are hereby des- seconded by Mr. Clampit to close the public comment pe- Mr. Crosby spoke regarding East Town & Country and ignated as the polling places at which to hold the said riod. Motion passed without opposition. Raccoon Bayou drainage projects and stated that he will election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commis- MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS: be attending a meeting in Baton Rouge on Tuesday re- sioners, respectively, will be the same persons as those Mr. Crosby spoke regarding the emergency repairs to garding the projects. designated in accordance with law. Comanche Trail and stated that a water line ruptured Mr. Crosby spoke regarding Jack Crowell Road and SECTION 5. Election Commissioners; Voting Ma- under Comanche Trail and caused significant damage to stated that the bid opening will be held on September 26. chines. The officers designated to serve as Commission- the road on the evening of September 8, 2017. Mr. Crosby * * * ers-in-Charge and Commissioners pursuant to Section 4 stated that during the past week he had prepared speci- Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Caldwell hereof, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected fications, provided them to multiple contractors and to recess the regular meeting in favor of the finance com- and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, shall received sealed bids that were opened on September 14 mittee meeting. Motion passed without opposition. hold the said special election as herein provided, and with the lowest conforming bid coming from Amethyst FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING shall make due returns of said election for the meeting of Construction, Inc. in the amount of $274,342.30. Mr. The chairman, Mr. Caldwell, called the finance com- the Governing Authority to be held on December 4, 2017, Mitchell stated that if the Jury certified this situation mittee meeting to order at 5:59 p.m. as provided in Section 3 hereof. All registered voters in as a public emergency the normal requirements of the The chairman recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer. Mr. the District are entitled to vote at said special election public bid law do not all apply and the Jury could ac- Cammack presented the claim statement for the period and voting machines shall be used. cept the Amethyst Construction bid as recommend by Mr. of August 17, 2017 through September 14, 2017 and rec- SECTION 6. Authorization of Officers. The Autho- Crosby. Mr. Mitchell and Mr. Crosby then explained the ommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, sec- rized Representative is hereby empowered, authorized circumstances that supported certifying this as a public onded by Mr. Robinson to approve payment of the claims and directed to arrange for and to furnish to said election emergency. for the period stated as recommended by the Treasurer. officers in ample time for the holding of said election, Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Robinson offered the fol- Motion passed without opposition. the necessary equipment, forms and other paraphernalia lowing resolution for adoption. Mr. Cammack presented budget versus actual state- essential to the proper holding of said election and the RESOLUTION NO. 17-62 ments to the Jury. No action was needed. Authorized Representative is further authorized, em- A RESOLUTION CERTIFYING THAT THE DAM- Mr. Cammack requested approval to transfer a John powered and directed to take any and all further action AGE/COLLAPSE OF A PORTION OF COMANCHE TRAIL Deere tractor (asset 14759) from Public Works to the required by State and/or Federal law to arrange for the RESULTING FROM A RUPTURED WATER MAIN CON- building maintenance department. Motion offered by election. STITUTES A “PUBLIC EMERGENCY” PURSUANT TO Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to approve the SECTION 7. Furnishing Election Call to Election LA. R.S. 38:2212(D)(1)(a); AND, FURTHER PROVIDING transfer. Motion passed without opposition. Officials. Certified copies of this Resolution shall be WITH RESPECT THERETO Mr. Cammack requested approval to transfer a stor- forwarded to the Louisiana Secretary of State, the Clerk WHEREAS, on the evening of Friday, September 8, age building (asset 7242) from the Fire Department to of Court and Ex-Officio Parish Custodians of Voting Ma- 2017, a large, high pressure water main ruptured under Animal Control. Motion offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded chines in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisi- Comanche Trail, just north of Indian Lake Drive; by Mr. Caldwell to approve the transfer. Motion passed ana (the “Parish”), and the Registrar of Voters in and for WHEREAS, water rushing from this ruptured main without opposition. said Parish, as notification of the special election herein significantly damaged the road bed and roadway render- Mr. Cammack requested approval of the LWDA 81 called in order that each may prepare for said election ing a section of the roadway approximately 200’ in length contract Amendment #3. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, and perform their respective functions as required by collapsed or otherwise impassable; seconded by Mr. Caldwell to approve Amendment #3. Mo- law. WHEREAS, this damage to Comanche Trail has cut- tion passed without opposition. SECTION 8. Employment of Bond Counsel. It is rec- off direct vehicular access to dozens of homes. A detour There being no further business to come before this ognized, found and determined that a real necessity ex- is available to allow vehicles to reach all but a few of committee, a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. ists for the employment of bond counsel in connection these homes; however, that detour involves placing sig- Clampit, seconded by Mr. Smiley. Motion passed with- with the election; accordingly, Boles, Shafto & Leonard, nificant traffic on two particularly narrow, curving resi- out opposition. The finance committee meeting was ad- LLC, located in Monroe, Louisiana, is hereby employed dential streets that were not designed or intended for journed at 6:03 p.m. as Bond Counsel to perform comprehensive, legal and such traffic; * * * coordinate professional work with respect to the elec- WHEREAS, residents in the immediate area of the A motion to enter into the East Ouachita Economic De- tion. Bond counsel shall (i) prepare and submit to the collapsed roadway are unable to reach their homes by velopment District meeting was offered by Mr. Caldwell, District for adoption all the proceedings incidental to vehicle; and, seconded by Mr. Clampit. the election; and (ii) counsel and advise the District with WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds EAST OUACHITA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIS- respect to the election. The fee to be paid Bond Counsel that the consequences of the sudden and unforeseen TRICT for work on this election shall be an amount equal to the event that rendered this section of Comanche Trail im- The president called the East Ouachita Economic De- Attorney General’s then current Fee Schedule for hourly passable constitutes a “public emergency” under La. R.S. velopment District meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. rate work only and other guidelines for comprehensive, 38:2212(D)(1)(a) Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Clampit offered the fol- legal and coordinate professional work, together with NOW, THEREFORE: lowing resolution for adoption. reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses incurred and BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police RESOLUTION NO. 17- 63 advanced in connection with the election, said fee to be Jury hereby certifies the sudden and unexpected rupture A RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING payable by the Commission subject to the Attorney Gen- of a large, high pressure water main under Comanche RESOLUTION NO. 17-54 WHICH ORDERED AND eral’s written approval of said employment and fee. Trail that occurred on or about September 8, 2017, which CALLED A SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD BY THE SECTION 9. Additional Notice Requirement. This damaged a portion of that roadway to the extent that it EAST OUACHITA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIS- Governing Authority made the announcement with re- is impassable, to constitute a “Public Emergency” pursu- TRICT, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TO AUTHORIZE THE spect to the adoption of the Original Resolution required ant to La. R.S. 38:2212(D)(1)(a); LEVY OF A SPECIAL SALES AND USE TAX IN THE by La. R.S. 42:19.1, at its public meeting on Monday, June BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a Notice of this DISTRICT; MADE APPLICATION TO THE STATE BOND 19, 2017 and published said announcement in the Official Public Emergency shall be published within 10 days in COMMISSION AND PROVIDED FOR OTHER MATTERS Journal on Thursday, July 6, 2017. the Official Journal of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury. IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. SECTION 10. Amendment and Restatement. The Orig- The above resolution was adopted the 15th day of Sep- WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Policy Jury, State inal Resolution is hereby amended and replaced in its tember, 2017. of Louisiana (the “Police Jury”), acting as the govern- entirety by this Resolution, effective as of August 7, 2017. * * * ing authority (the “Governing Authority”), of the East SECTION 11. Application to State Bond Commission Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Rob- Ouachita Economic Development District, State of Loui- and Secretary of State. Application is made to the Loui- inson to accept the lowest conforming bid and award the siana (the, “District”), did on August 7, 2017 adopt Reso- siana State Bond Commission and the Secretary of State contract to Amethyst Construction, Inc. Motion passed lution No. 17-54 (the “Original Resolution”) calling an for consent and authority to hold the special election as without opposition. election (the “Election”) to have the electorate consider herein provided, and in the event that election carries the approval of the levy and collection of a sales and use for further consent and authority to dedicate the pro- OTHER BUSINESS: tax of one and thirty-nine hundredths percent (1.39%) on ceeds of the Tax, and a certified copy of this Resolution There being no other business to come before the Jury, all sale at retail, the use, the lease or rental, the consump- shall be forwarded to the Louisiana State Bond Commis- a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Caldwell, second- tion, and the storage for use or consumption, of tangible sion and Secretary of State on behalf of this Governing ed by Ms. Moore. The meeting was adjourned at 12:10 personal property and on sales and services within the Authority, together with a letter requesting the prompt p.m. District, as defined by law, each for a period of twenty- consideration and approval of this application. five (25) years (the “Tax”) and to take all necessary ac- This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the Scotty Robinson, President tions ancillary thereto; and vote thereon was as follows: Karen Cupit, Recording Secretary WHEREAS, the Governing Authority desires to YEAS: (5) Mr. Scotty Robinson, District A; Mr. Jack amend and restate the Original Resolution in its entirety Clampit, District B; Mr. Walt Caldwell, District C; Mr. ______pursuant to the terms herein. Shane Smiley, District E; and Ms. Pat Moore, District F. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the NAYS: (0) PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF Ouachita Parish Policy Jury in its capacity as the Gov- ABSTAIN: (0) OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGU- erning Authority of the District, that: ABSENT: (1) Dr. Ollibeth Reddix, District D LAR MEETING HELD ON, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, SECTION 1. Election Call. And the resolution was declared adopted on this the 2017 AT 5:40 P.M. Subject to the approval of the Louisiana State Bond 18th day of September, 2017. Commission, and under the authority conferred by Ar- The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of ticle VI, Sections 29, 30 and 32 of the Constitution of the /s/ Karen Cupit /s/ Scotty Robinson Louisiana met in a regular session in the Ouachita Par- State of Louisiana of 1974, the applicable provisions of Recording Secretary President ish Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, Chapter 5, Chapter 6-A and Chapter 6-B of Title 18 of the Monroe, Louisiana on Monday, September 18, 2017 at Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, Chapter Motion offered Mr. Smiley, seconded Mr. Clampit to 5:40 p.m., and was duly convened by Mr. Scotty Robinson, 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, adjourn the East Ouachita Economic Development Dis- President. as amended and other constitutional and statutory au- trict meeting and reconvene the regular meeting. Motion thority, a special election is hereby called and ordered to passed without opposition. The regular meeting recon- The invocation was given by the president. The Pledge be held by the District on Saturday, November 18, 2017 vened at 6:05 p.m. of Allegiance was led by the president. between the hours of seven o’clock (7:00) a.m., and eight * * * Members Present (5) o’clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Rob- Scotty Robinson District A La. R.S. 18:541, and at said election there shall be submit- inson to ratify and adopt all actions taken in the commit- Jack Clampit District B ted to all registered voters qualified and entitled to vote tee meetings. Motion passed without opposition. Walt Caldwell District C at said election under the Constitution and laws of this MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS: Shane Smiley District E State and the Constitution of the United States, the fol- MR. SCOTTY ROBINSON, DISTRICT A: Pat Moore District F lowing proposition, to-wit: Mr. Robinson introduced the following ordinance. Members Absent (1) PROPOSITION ORDINANCE NO. 9164 Ollibeth Reddix District D Shall the East Ouachita Economic Development Dis- AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE AN ACT OF SALE APPROVAL OF AGENDA: trict, State of Louisiana (the “District”), under the pro- BY THE PARISH OF OUACHITA TO SELL ADJUDI- The president asked if there were any additions or visions of Article VI, Sections 30 & 32 of the Louisiana CATED PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS: PARCEL 57136 IN amendments to the agenda. Mr. Cammack asked to add Constitution of 1974, as amended, and other authority, ACCORDANCE WITH LA R.S. 47: 2202 ET SEQ. AND TO excavator bid acceptance to the agenda under Mr. Mur- be authorized, and to adopt an ordinance, to levy and AUTHORIZE THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY ray. This item was inadvertently left off of the agenda collect, a sales and use tax of one and thirty-nine hun- PRESIDENT TO SIGN ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS and action was needed before the next meeting of the dredths percent (1.39%) on sale at retail, the use, the AND TO ADDRESS THE MATTERS RELATIVE THERE- Jury. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. lease or rental, the consumption, and the storage for use TO Smiley to approve the agenda as amended. Motion passed or consumption, of tangible personal property and on WHEREAS, the immovable property described be- without opposition. sales and services within the District, as defined by law, low was adjudicated to the Parish of Ouachita on July 1, PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: inclusive (the “Tax”) (an estimated $2,650,000 reason- 1997, for nonpayment of taxes; and The president asked for public comments on the agen- ably expected at this time to be collected from the levy WHEREAS, the three (3) year period for redemption, da as approved. No one came forth at this point in the of the Tax for an entire year), for a period of twenty-five as well of the five (5) year redemptive period provided by meeting. (25) years, commencing effective April 1, 2018 and shall Art. 7, §25 of the Louisiana Constitution has elapsed and ADOPTION OF MINUTES: the proceeds of said Tax (after paying the reasonable and established by Parish Ordinance No: 9037 and the owner A motion to adopt the minutes of the regular Police necessary expenses associated therewith) be dedicated of record has failed to redeem the adjudicated property; Jury meeting including the committee meetings held on and used for the purpose of undertaking economic de- and September 5, 2017 and the minutes of the Special Called velopment projects consisting of, but not limited to, road, WHEREAS, LA R.S. 47: 2202 et seq. provides that the meeting held on September 15, 2017 was offered by Mr. drainage, related infrastructure projects and improve- Parish may sell adjudicated property in accordance with Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Moore. Motion passed without ments, and securing and paying bonded indebtedness law after the expiration of the period for redemption; opposition. for the aforementioned purposes, all for benefit of the and VISITORS: District? WHEREAS, the Parish of Ouachita has declared the The president recognized Shawn Ivey with PPM Con- SECTION 2. Publication of Notice of Election. property described below surplus and not needed for a sultants. Mr. Ivey spoke regarding the Brownfield Assess- A Notice of Special Election shall be published in the public purpose and to dispose of said property in accor- OCTObER 12 - OCTObER 18, 2017 THE MONROE DISPATCH PAGE 11

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Pieta Cooper sang Lionel Crawford’s in- Richwood 1977 Terez spiring welcome. Dunnings introduced special guests Richwood 1977 - 40th Reunion The Richwood High shared with forty years of Richwood Class of 1977 School Class Of 1977 cel- memories as classmates were elated to have Leg- ebrated their 40th class present reminisced of endary Richwood Coach reunion with a Red White past and present. Many Mackie Freeze and Mr. and You- An Evening of reflected on being blessed Abe Pierce as their spe- Elegance Prom at the and looked forward to cial guest. This was an Carolyn Strauss Ouachita seeing each other. The awesome weekend that Council on aging in Mon- evening was magnificent was enjoyed and will be roe LA on Saturday Octo- with a great dinner, fel- remembered by everyone ber 7. It was an evening lowship and dancing. The who attended. Agenda - From P.1 Councilman Clark said get this opportunity for contacted him after many that it was through the 15 to 20 years. It is that shoppers complained of tireless efforts of former important”. Mayor Mayo “unwanted presence” State Senator Charles said that there should be around the store, which Jones, who was instru- “equal growth” in the city made them feel uncom- mental in the creation of that must include districts fortable after dark. Wilson the South Side Economic 3, 4 and 5. The mayor is on was told that those indi- Development District. record as in full supportive viduals’ presence had “an “Without him (Jones), of the tax. impact on sales” because we would not be here”, Shoppers that like to shoppers were afraid. Wil- said Clark. “The time is go to Wal-Mart later at son asked interim police now”, added Clark saying, night on Louisville Ave. Chief Ellis to look into the “We need this tax to pass may see an increased pres- matter, to which the Chief like a hog needs slop”, to ence of the Monroe Police said that his department Come By Today and See Debra the laughter of audience Dept. Councilman Wilson would. for a Great Deal!! members. “We may never said that management

dance with LA R.S. 47:2202, et seq.; and tempted and that the property has not been redeemed by The president recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer. Mr. WHEREAS, in accordance with L.A. R.S. 47:2202 the the payment of the taxes owed. Cammack requested approval to terminate Anna Arnold. Parish of Ouachita has set a minimum purchase price in BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, by the Ouachita Par- Motion offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Smiley the amount of $2,666.66 and ish Policy Jury, that the Police Jury President is hereby to approve the termination. Motion passed without op- WHEREAS, the Parish of Ouachita has received a authorized to execute a Cash Sale of the above described position. written offer to purchase said property from Pat and adjudicated property to the highest acceptable bidder. The president recognized Chief Hemphill, Fire Depart- Lana Hezekiah for the consideration of $2,666.66, at the The Cash Sale shall contain all of the above conditions ment. Chief Hemphill stated that he did not have any time of sale and has been accepted by the Ouachita Par- and requirements and shall be executed within the time- items. ish Police Jury; and lines specified. The president recognized Mr. Mitchell, Assistant Dis- WHEREAS, the property described herein below will * * * trict Attorney. Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the contract be purchased through the Parish “Lot Next Door” pro- Mr. Robinson introduced the following ordinance. with Lazenby & Associates for the FY 2017 LCDBG Pink gram and is therefore exempt from the public bidding ORDINANCE NO. 9165 Street area and Violet/Iris Street area project and rec- requirement. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14-1 OF THE ommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, NOW BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish COMPILED ORDINANCES OF THE OUACHITA PAR- seconded by Mr. Smiley to approve the contracts with Police Jury, that any Act of Sale of the below described ISH POLICE JURY, TO ESTABLISH A SPEED LIMIT OF Lazenby & Associates. Motion passed without opposition. property shall contain the following conditions and re- FORTY (40) MILES PER HOUR FOR HARRELL ROAD; The president recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works quirements: PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING; AND FURTHER Director. Mr. Murray spoke regarding resubdivision for This property is described as Parcel # 57136 / 2813 Oak PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO. Chauvin Place, Unit 2, Lots 31 & 32 and recommended Street: WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has pre- approval. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. LOT 6, SQUARE 31, RENWICKS ADDITION, OUACHI- viously established a speed limit of 35 mph for Harrell Caldwell to grant resubdivision approval for Chauvin TA PARISH, LOUISIANA. Road in Ward 5; and, Place, Unit 2, Lot 31 & 32 subject to comments from the This property shall be sold in accordance with LS-R.S. WHEREAS, the Parish Engineer has indicated that Public Works Department and parish engineer being ad- 47:2201 et. seq., without any warranty, from either the an increase in the speed limit on said road would be help- equately answered. Motion passed without opposition. Parish or Management Company, whatsoever, even as to ful to the flow of traffic in this area of the parish; Mr. Murray spoke regarding preliminary subdivision the return of the purchase price. NOW THEREFORE: approval for Fairbanks Development, Unit 3 and recom- The sale shall be on a form approved by the Parish At- BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury mended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, sec- torney and that the sales price is paid by certified funds in legal and regular session that Section 14-1(124) of the onded by Mr. Clampit to grant preliminary subdivision at the time of the sale. Compiled Ordinances of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, approval for Fairbanks Development, Unit 3 subject to The sale shall include a reservation of all mineral be, and is hereby, supplemented and amended to change comments from the Public Works Department and par- rights to the Parish, but shall convey all surface rights. the speed limit for Harrell Road to 40 mph; ish engineer being adequately answered. Motion passed The following shall be completed prior to closing of BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the Ouachita Par- without opposition. sale: ish Public Works Department is directed to post signage Mr. Murray requested to hire Kevin Traylor as Survey E&P LLC shall certify in writing to the Parish Attorney indicating this new speed limit without delay and that Aide I. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. that they have examined the mortgage records, convey- said 40 mph speed limit shall become effective upon the Clampit to hire Kevin Traylor. Motion passed without ance records, probate and civil suit records of the Parish posting of such signage. opposition. of Ouachita and that attached to this certification will * * * Mr. Murray presented the excavator bid results and be a written list of names and last known addresses of all The president recognized Mr. Clampit, District B. stated that the lowest conforming bid was from Scott owners, mortgagees, and any other person who may have MR. JACK CLAMPIT, DISTRICT B: Equipment for $146,500. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, a vested or contingent interest in the property, or who Mr. Clampit stated that he did not have any items. seconded by Mr. Clampit to accept the bid from Scott has filed a request for notice as provided in the former The president recognized Mr. Caldwell, District C. Equipment. Motion passed without opposition. provisions LS-R.S. 33:4720.17(B), as indicated in those MR. WALT CALDWELL, DISTRICT C: BEER AND WHISKEY APPLICATIONS: records. Mr. Caldwell stated that he did not have any items. There were none. E&P LLC will provide notice to those persons identi- The president stated that Dr. Reddix was absent. OTHER BUSINESS: fied in accordance with LS-R.S. 47:2201 et. seq. Proof The president recognized Mr. Smiley, District E. There being no other business to come before the Jury, of said notice will be filed in the conveyance records of MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E: a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded Ouachita Parish immediately after the Act of Sale. Mr. Smiley stated that he did not have any items. by Mr. Robinson. The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 p.m. At the time of closing, the E&P LLC will certify in The president recognized Ms. Moore, District F. writing to Parish Attorney and Clerk of Court that the MS. PAT MOORE, DISTRICT F: Scotty Robinson, President number of days mandated by LS-R.S. 47:2201 et. seq. has Ms. Moore stated that she did not have any items. Karen Cupit, Recording Secretary elapsed since the above required notice was made or at- ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: PAGE 12 THE MONROE DISPATCH OCTObER 12 - OCTObER 18, 2017

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Café MARSHAL’S SALE MARSHAL’S SALE TIME FINANCE OF MONROE TIME FINANCE OF MONROE For Rent VS. 17CV88994 VS. 17CV88789 318.512.7085 D A R R E N E . D I V I N S MICHAEL WADE By virtue of Writ of Fieri Facias By virtue of Writ of Fieri in the above cause I will offer for Facias in the above cause I sale at the south door of Monroe will offer for sale at the south City Court in the 600 block of door of Monroe City Court in Calypso Street in the City of the 600 block of Calypso Street Monroe, Parish of Ouachita, in the City of Monroe, Parish of State of Louisiana, between Ouachita, State of Louisiana, legal hours of sale on Wed.OCT. between legal hours of sale on 18, 2017 Wednesday OCT. 18, 2017 1- 1993 GMC SIERRA 1-1999 NORTHSHOR XJB VIN # IGDHC34K7PE542825 VIN # SAJHD104XC878666 Seized as property of defen- Seized as property of defen- dant and will be sold to satisfy dant and will be sold to satisfy said writ and costs; term cash said writ and costs; term cash with appraisement to highest with appraisement to highest bidder. bidder. WINCE HIGHSHAW, JR., WINCE HIGHSHAW, JR., Mar- Marshal shal