Job Opening
Cashier I
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Enters all information into computer including payments, move-ins, move-outs, and new water and gas taps and calculate amount due. Writes all work orders, answers telephone, and receives payments. Assists customers with any questions, comments and all related needs. Processes all mail payments on a daily basis. Counts money and balances cash drawer. Sorts and files records alphabetically and numerically. Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the Departmental Assistant or Chief Administrative Officer.
Qualifications/Education Required:
High school graduate or equivalent. Six months related experience and/or training in cash handling.
Other Skills and Abilities Required:
Excellent organizational and oral and written communication skills are required. Must possess tact and diplomacy when interacting with public. Must have basic computer knowledge and be able to operate general office equipment such as fax machine, copier, adding machine, etc.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Frequent walking, occasional lifting and occasional crouching or stooping.
Applications may be obtained from City Hall at 4700 Main Street from 8am-4:30pm Monday thru Friday. All applicants must be 18 years of age and submit with their application a copy of a valid driver’s license and high school diploma or certificate of equivalency to qualify for the position.
Completed applications must be received by Ashlee Anderson at the above address by November 26, 2010.
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Publish: 10/27/2010, 11/3/2010, 11/10/2010, 11/17/2010
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MINUTES
Meeting of Mayor and Council
City of Zachary, LA
Council Chambers, 4700 Main Street
September 28, 2010
6:30 p.m.
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Henry J. Martinez at 6:30 p.m., September 28, 2010, at the Zachary City Hall located at 4700 Main Street in Zachary, Louisiana.
B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation was given by Councilman Coghlan
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Riley
ADDITION TO THE AGENDA
None
C. ROLL CALL
The following members were present at the meeting:
MAYOR
Henry J. Martinez
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilman Francis Nezianya
Councilman John Coghlan
Councilman Randall Bouley
Councilman Dan Wallis
Councilman Melvin Riley
ABSENT
None
D. HONORS, RECOGNITIONS AND INTRODUCTIONS
There were no honors, recognitions, or introductions.
E. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
The motion was made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Riley
To approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on September 28, 2010.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
F. PRESENTATION OF DELEGATIONS
1. Requests to Speak - None presented
2. Hardship Waivers - None presented
3. Other Waivers
a. Waiver Request for Home Occupation: Malcolm and Eleanor Summers
23184 General Gardener Lane, Zachary, LA, for Hot Shot Delivery
Mayor Martinez reminded the applicant of restrictions regarding traffic, parking, no signs, no large deliveries, and said that should neighbors complain, the permit for the home occupation could be withdrawn.The motion was made by Councilman Bouley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
b. Waiver Request for Home Occupation: Amanda Tripp
8463 Ormand Street, Zachary, LA, for Offices of Geaux Lagniappe Magazine.
The motion was made by Councilman Coghlan
The motion was seconded by Councilman Riley
Mayor Martinez reminded the applicant of restrictions regarding traffic, parking, no signs, no large deliveries, and said that should neighbors complain, the permit for the home occupation could be withdrawn.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
c. Request for Waiver to Allow Barricading of a Portion of Church Street
For special event, Donald Hunt, III, 6244 Summerland Drive
The motion was made by Councilman Bouley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan
To approve a request for a waiver to allow barricading of the 4500 block of Main Street, for a short period for a special event.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
4. Exceptions to Regulations
Resubdivision of Tracts CMTH 1, CMTH 2, CMTH 3 and CMTH4, of the Marshall M. Hughes Tract into 3 new lots, Copper Mill.
The motion was made by Councilman Bouley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya
To approve the resubdivision of Tracts CMTH 1, CMTH 2, CMTH 3 and CMTH4, of the Marshall M. Hughes Tract into 3 new lots.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
G. ACTION MANDATED BY HOME RULE CHARTER
There were no matters mandated by Home Rule Charter for consideration.
H. PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS
1. Minutes - None presented
2. Planning Matters Requiring a Public Hearing - None presented
3. Planning Matters Not Requiring a Public Hearing
a. Resubdivision of F. E. Bennett Tract into 3 new lots, 6400 block of Mac Host Road
The motion was made by Councilman Coghlan
The motion was seconded by Councilman Bouley
To approve the resubdivision of The F. E. Bennett Tract into three new lots.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
4. Zoning Matters Requiring a Public Hearing - None Presented
5. Zoning Matters Not Requiring a Public Hearing - None Presented
I. APPROVE PAYMENT OF BILLS 1. Approval of Accounts Payable - None presented.
J. BOOKKEEPING AND BUDGET CHANGES
1. Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire
The motion was made by Councilman Bouley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya
To apparove the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire relative to the 2009-2010 audit, and to authorize the Mayor to sign the document.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
K. CONTRACT ITEMS/CONTRACTS OR ITEMS RELATING TO PROJECTS
Street Rehabilitation Projects
a. Approve Payment of PEC Invoice # 10709-02
The motion was made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Riley
To approve payment of PEC Invoice #10709-02, in the amount of $8,871.24 for work on the MacHost Road improvement project.
YEAS: Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
2. Sewer Projects
a. Contract Change Order, Feliciana Welders
The motion was made by Councilman Riley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis
To approve a change order presented by Feliciana Welders for work on the Rollins Road Park Pump Station and Force Main Improvement project resulting in a net change of a minus $16,884.66 in the contract price of the project
YEAS: Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
b. Approve request for payment from Feliciana Welders, Rollins Road Park Pump Station and force Main Improvements
The motion was made by Councilman Nezianya
The motion was seconded by Councilman Riley
To approve request for payment from Feliciana Welders in the amount of $36,857.74 for work relating to the Rollins Road Park Pump Station and Force Main Improvement project.
YEAS: Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
c. Accept Certificate of Substantial Completion, Feliciana Welders, Inc. for
Rollins Road Park Pump Station and Improvements Project
The motion was made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan
To accept the certificate of substantial completion from Feliciana Welders, Inc. for work on the Rollins Road Park Pump Station and Force Main Improvement project.
YEAS: Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
3. Resident Inspections - None Presented
L. CONDEMNED BUILDINGS - PUBLIC HEARINGS OR OTHER ACTION
REGARDING BUILDINGS BEING CONSIDERED FOR CONDEMNATION
There was no business to be considered in this category.
M. OLD BUSINESS PENDING FOR FINAL ACTION
1. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION of Ordinance # 2010-21 pertaining to Establishing a Health and Sanitation Code for the City of Zachary and Improvements to the Sewer and Waste Water System (Councilman Riley)
Mayor Martinez declared a public hearing to be in session at 7:53 pm to consider the adoption of Ordinance #2010-21. There were none present to speak for or against the adoption of the ordinance, and the hearing was declared closed at 7:54 p.m.
The motion was made by Councilman Riley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya
To adopt Ordinance 2010-21, pertaining to Establishing a Health and Sanitation Code for the City of Zachary and Improvements to the Sewer and Waste Water System.
YEAS : Nezianya, Bouley, Riley
NAYS: Coghlan, Wallis
ABSENT: None
1. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION of Ordinance # 2010-22 pertaining to Establishing the Boundaries of the City of Zachary, LA to include a 84..44 acre tract of land in East Baton Rouge Parish. (Owner – Copper Mill Residential Development)
Mayor Martinez declared a public hearing to be in session at 7:55 pm to consider the adoption of Ordinance #2010-21. Ross Bruce, developer, was present to speak in favor of the ordinance. There were none present to speak against the adoption of the ordinance, and the hearing was declared closed at 7:58 p.m.
The motion was made by Councilman Bouley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan
To adopt Ordinance 2010-22 pertaining to establishing the boundaries of the City of Zachary to include an 84.44 acre tract of land in EBR Parish (Copper Mill)
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
N. OLD BUSINESS PENDING
There was no old business pending.
O. NEW BUSINESS
1. Approve dates for Z-Fest to be held in Zachary Youth Park
The motion was made by Councilman Bouley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya
To approve the dates of March 23 -27, 2011 for Z-Fest to be held in Zachary Youth Park.
YEAS: Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: ABSENT: None
2. Renewal of Insurance Coverage for City of Zachary, and Renewal of Contract with Mr. John Norris serving as Insurance Consultant for the City of Zachary.
The motion was made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya
To renew the contract for consulting services provided by Mr. John Norris, and to renew property and liability insurance coverage effective November 1, 2010, at a cost of $264,743, along with additional coverage against terrorism at an added cost of $1,801.00.
YEAS; Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
3. Redflex Photo Enforcement Program Contract Review
(Councilman Bouley)
Councilman Bouley presented information relative to the contract and service provider for the photo enforcement speed control program. He said he would be in favor of implementing a traffic division within the Police Department and increasing police activity regarding traffic issues. He commented on the funds generated by Reflex enforcement and division of funds received between the city and Redflex.
No action was taken on this matter, and Councilman Bouley requested the matter continue on the agenda until further notice.
4. Budget Review Process (Councilman Bouley)
Councilman Bouley asked that this matter be tabled since a speaker he wished to present could not be present. He asked that the matter continue on the agenda.
No action was taken.
P. COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS/BOARDS
There were no items to be considered in this category.
Q. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
The motion was then made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Riley
To accept the Department Head Reports as presented.
YEAS: Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis, Riley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
R. DISCUSSION OF BUSINESS NOT ON AGENDA
(No Action May Be Taken Unless Declared an Emergency)
There was no further discussion to be had.
S. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was declared adjourned at
8:00 p.m.
CERTIFICATION_
Jean Byers, Clerk of City Council Henry J. Martinez, Mayor
CITY OF ZACHARY
PARISH OF EAST BATON ROUGE
STATE OF LOUISIANA
I, Jean Byers, do hereby certify that I am the duly appointed and acting Clerk of the City Council for the City of Zachary, Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
I further certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Zachary, Louisiana, held on Tuesday, September 28, 2010, a proper quorum being there and then present.
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Jean Byers, Clerk of the City Council
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Publish: 11/10/2010
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MINUTES
Meeting of Mayor and Council
City of Zachary, LA
Council Chambers, 4700 Main Street
October 12, 2010
6:30 p.m.
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Henry J. Martinez at 6:30 p.m., October 12, 2010, at the Zachary City Hall located at 4700 Main Street in Zachary, Louisiana.
B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation was given by Councilman Nezianya
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Wallis
ADDITION TO THE AGENDA
a. John Norris, Insurance Consultant
Contract Renewal for Apple Adjusters
The motion was made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan
To amend the agenda to add “Recommendation from John Norris, Insurance Consultant, Relative to Renewal of Contract with Apple Adjusters”.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
C. ROLL CALL
The following members were present at the meeting:
MAYOR
Henry J. Martinez
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilman Francis Nezianya
Councilman John Coghlan
Councilman Randall Bouley
Councilman Dan Wallis
ABSENT
Councilman Melvin Riley
D. HONORS, RECOGNITIONS AND INTRODUCTIONS
There were no honors, recognitions, or introductions.
E. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
The motion was made by Councilman Nezianya
The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis
To approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on September 28, 2010.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
F. PRESENTATION OF DELEGATIONS
1. Requests to Speak
Warren Drake, 22633 Carriage Ride Land, Zachary,
Superintendent of Zachary Community School System announced that Zachary Community School System once again have been named the Number One School District in the State of Louisiana. Following the announcement,
The motion was made by Councilman Coghlan
The motion was seconded by Councilman Bouley
To adopt a resolution of support for the Zachary Community Schools.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
2. Hardship Waivers
a. Renewal of Hardship Waiver: Weldon R. and Barbara Nugent
3399 Pride-Port Hudson Road, Zachary, LA
The motion was made by Councilman Coghlan
The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis
To approve a one year renewal of a hardship waiver to allow a mobile home to continue to be located at 3399 Pride-Port Hudson Road, Zachary,
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
b. Renewal of Hardship Waiver: Margaret Judson, 22649 Hwy 964
The motion was made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan
To approve a one year renewal of a hardship waiver to allow a mobile home to continue to be located at 22649 Hwy 964, Zachary,
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
c. Renewal of Hardship Waiver: J. T. Devall, 6505 Main Street
The motion was made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya
To approve a one year renewal of a hardship waiver to allow a mobile home to continue to be located at 6505 Main Strreet, Zachary, LA
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
3. Other Waivers
None
4. Exceptions to Regulations
None
G. ACTION MANDATED BY HOME RULE CHARTER
None
H. PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS
1. Minutes of October 4, 2010 Planning Commission meeting and the October 4, 2010 Zoning Commission meeting
The motion was made by Councilman Nezianya
The motion was seconded by Councilman Bouley
To accept the minutes of the October 4, 2010 Planning Commission meeting and the October 4, Zoning Commission meeting.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
I. APPROVE PAYMENT OF BILLS
The motion was made by Councilman Bouley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Wallis
To approve accounts payable in the amount of $244,549.10, along with the natural gas bill when it is received.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
J. J. BOOKKEEPING AND BUDGET CHANGES
None Presented
K. CONTRACT ITEMS/CONTRACTS OR ITEMS RELATING TO PROJECTS
Street Rehabilitation Projects
None Presented
2. Sewer Projects
None Presented
3. Resident Inspections
None Presented
L. L. CONDEMNED BUILDINGS - PUBLIC HEARINGS OR OTHER ACTION
REGARDING BUILDINGS BEING CONSIDERED FOR CONDEMNATION
None presented
MM M. OLD BUSINESS PENDING FOR FINAL ACTION
There was no old business pending for final action.
N. OLD BUSINESS PENDING
There was no old business pending.
O. NEW BUSINESS
1. John Norris, Insurance Consultant: Contract Renewal for Apple Adjusters
The motion was made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya
To approve the renewal of the annual contract for Apple Adjusters.
YEAS: Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: ABSENT: Riley
2. Redflex Photo Enforcement Program Contract Review (Councilman Bouley)
Mayor Martinez recognized Jimmy Deshotels of 14985 Blackwater Road, who
commented regarding fees associated with a photo enforcement citation received by his wife.
He also recognized Larry Powenski who commented that photo enforcement is used more conservatively in other cities, to control speed in chronic areas or school zones.
There being no further discussion, Councilman Bouley asked that this item be tabled for discussion at a later meeting when all Council members are present.
The motion was made by Councilman Bouley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan
To table this matter and keep it on the agenda for discussion at future meetings.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
3. Budget Review Process (Councilman Bouley)
The motion was made by Councilman Bouley
The motion was seconded by Councilman Coghlan
To table this matter and maintain it on the agenda.
YEAS : Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
P. COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS/BOARDS
There were no items to be considered in this category.
Q. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
The motion was then made by Councilman Wallis
The motion was seconded by Councilman Nezianya
To accept the Department Head Reports as presented.
YEAS: Nezianya, Coghlan, Bouley, Wallis
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Riley
R. DISCUSSION OF BUSINESS NOT ON AGENDA
(No Action May Be Taken Unless Declared an Emergency)
There was no further discussion to be had.
S. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was declared adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
CERTIFICATION
Jean Byers, Clerk of City Council Henry J. Martinez, Mayor
CITY OF ZACHARY
PARISH OF EAST BATON ROUGE
STATE OF LOUISIANA
I, Jean Byers, do hereby certify that I am the duly appointed and acting Clerk of the City Council for the City of Zachary, Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
I further certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Zachary, Louisiana, held on Tuesday, September 12, 2010, a proper quorum being there and then present.
Jean Byers, Clerk of the City Council
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Publish: 11/10/2010
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