By JIM BUTLER

Notes from public record:

Jury budget

Any comment on the Police Jury 2025 budget will be heard at a hearing at its 3 p.m. meeting today, according to the posted agenda.

First, jurors will hear an overview of the fiscal plan, then hold a hearing, then adopt it.

The parish does not post its budget on line. At last December’s hearing the General Fund revenue for the current year was estimated at $12.1 million and expenses estimated at $11.5 million.

 

And another

Assessor Rick Ducote advises his 2025 budget is available for review at the Courthouse.

A hearing prior to adoption will be held at 9 a.m. December 16.

Should be plenty of available seats.

 

Official interest

Commissioner of Financial Institutions Scott Jolly has set the Louisiana judicial rate of interest at 8.25% for 2025.

This year’s rate of 8.75% is the highest since 2007.

Judicial interest is that paid on a court judgment that has not been paid. The lowest rate in recent years was 3.50% in 2021 and 2022.

 

Housing shift

England Oaks, a housing community for ages 55 & older, has transitioned to management by the England Airpark Authority.

The 182-unit gated facility had been handled by Front Porch, a non-profit organization headquartered in California.

The Authority assumed management on November 1, according to minutes.

 

If they say so

“The Rapides Parish Sheriffs Office is seeking Requests for Proposals for an eCitation system to enhance Deputy safety, improve data accuracy, and streamline administrative tasks.

“By promoting cross-departmental intelligence sharing, the system aims to foster better collaboration and efficiency.

“Vendors must demonstrate their capacity to deliver solutions with advanced device functionality, secure management systems, scalable hosting infrastructure, thorough training programs, and reliable ongoing support.

“This initiative reflects the Sheriffs Office dedication to utilizing technology to advance public safety and operational effectiveness.”

Proposals due by January 7. 

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