Minden, LA – The Webster Parish Police Jury convened at the Courthouse Annex on 401 Main Street this past Tuesday for a session marked by unanimous approval of agenda items and forward movement on local projects. With the exception of Beverly Kennon from District 9, the meeting saw full attendance from board members.
Key approvals included finalizing payments upon review by Juror Adam Lee, set for April 9, and ratifying minutes from previous committee meetings on March 4. In board appointments, Beth Walker was reappointed for a term until April 2029 in the Doyline Waterworks District #1, alongside new three-year terms for Randall Hatfield and Travis Herren, and a four-year term for Mark Homan.
A noteworthy administrative shift was the endorsement of a change in ownership concerning a High Alcohol Content Permit for Springhill Country Club, signaling development in local business operations.
In committee reports, Webster Parish Libraries Director Savannah Jones lauded the successful engagement initiatives such as Read Across America and an accompanying coloring contest. The library is gearing up for a summer Discovery Camp which will include a four-week STEM curriculum. Jones also highlighted ongoing construction at the Doyline library, expecting the move to greatly benefit the community. Shelley Masog, another librarian, was celebrated as Public Librarian of the Year by the Louisiana Library Association.
Police Chief Jared McIver used the platform to promote a church crisis management event aimed at aiding local congregations in emergency preparedness, showing the department’s proactive community engagement stance.
Tourism enhancements were on the agenda as Johnnye Kennon outlined numerous upcoming events aimed at boosting local heritage and community involvement, including the Scottish Tartan Festival and the 23rd Annual Burn Run.
The LSU Ag Center & 4-H’s Shakera Williams provided insights into youth and community activities planned for the coming months, which include various 4-H outreach and educational programs.
Director Brian Williams of Emergency Preparedness shared details on significant infrastructure investments, including a new weather station for enhanced 911 services and potential FEMA generator acquisitions to replace aging equipment at the courthouse annex.
Highlighting achievements in cultural heritage, Dorcheat Museum’s Director Jessica Gorman announced the release of “Historically Speaking Part III” and discussed upcoming museum events and expansion plans aided by a recent grant.
Additionally, Angie Chapman from 911 Dispatch reminded the community of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, emphasizing the critical behind-the-scenes work of dispatch officers.
The Webster Parish Police Jury meets monthly, offering opportunities for public participation and transparency through live-streamed sessions at www.websterparishla.org.
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