To have your job opportunities, business services or items you have for sale listed or any Legal/Public Notices, Advertisements for Bid, Requests for Proposals and/or Quotes listed – send email to: jpjjacksonla@gmail.com
Help Wanted
Medical- L.P.N.s – $34.24/Hr. L.P.N.s are needed for LTC and Veteran’s care units in Jackson, LA. There is full-time scheduling available. 12-hour shifts are being offered. Fully employer-paid medical and dental. 401(k) with 6% employer contribution and immediate vesting. Call Genna at Worldwide Travel Staffing, 920-618-3939
Jackson Parish School Board – Multiple openings ranging from teaching positions, school nurse, bus drivers and paraprofessionals. To learn more contact the Jackson Parish School Board office at 318-259-4456.
Boundary Solutions Inc. – Looking to hire an experienced, or trainable, Rodman. Previous experience as a draftsman is highly desired, but not required. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day tasks of survey projects, while working as a member of the survey crew, under the company’s Party Chief. This is a temporary to possible permanent position. For more information, please contact 318.259.2900. Interested candidates may email their resume to: boundary.pls@gmail.com
Business Services
Stump Grinding: Free estimates! Call James Stewart at (cell) 318-243-1009 or (home) 318-768-2554
SepticPlus: For all of your septic repair, service or installation contact SepticPlus. Professional service for your home or business. We are local, reliable and affordable. Licensed and Insured.
(318) 237-3065 / (318) 607-6247
Swimming Lessons / Water Aerobics: Limited spaces available. Certified Instructor that gives one on one attention. To sign up call Pamela Pipes at 318-533-2983
Quality Electrical & Controls Service: Over 60 years of combined Lic Licensed and Certified experience in Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Control Panels, Electrical, HVAC and Inspections service. Located at 5039 Hwy 4 East, Jonesboro, LA. Contact: Billy Earl Wilhite: (318) 475-2403 or Richard Andrews: (318) 475-5136.
Dirt Cheap Lawn Care, LLC: Licensed and Insured! Any type of lawn care work done at reasonable prices. For quotes or to schedule service call Owner – David Hammock at 318-533-7133 or go by 209 Talbot Street, Jonesboro, LA. “If you don’t look good, we don’t look good!”
Harris Yard Beautification Service: For all your lawn and landscaping needs contact Greg Harris at (318) 245-2349. Free estimates and professional service guaranteed. Based out of Chatham.
Robinson Lawn Care: For all your residential or commercial lawn and landscaping. Fast and courteous service with professional results. Call Klint Robinson at 318-548-3038. Free estimates.
For Sale:
Book – “100 year history of JHHS football”
A year-by-year description of the first 100 years (1919-2019) of JHHS football. Included is summary of early beginnings, yearly results, rosters, updated team and individual records and a gallery of pictures. Perfect gift for that grandfather, father, son, grandson, brother, uncle or cousin who would enjoy remembering their “glory days”. Cost is $25.00 per book plus $3.00 shipping and handling. To order call (318) 480-1206 or send email to: jpjjacksonla@gmail.com
Commemorative Plates – Beautifully etched china plates commemorating Jonesboro-Hodge High School and Jackson Parish. To order contact Wilda Smith at (318)426-6511 or Barbara Johnson at (318) 450-5561.
PUBLIC/LEGAL NOTICES
CHATHAM TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JULY 12, 2022
The Chatham Town Council met in regular session on July 12, 2022. with the following members present: Mayor Gregory Harris, Councilmembers Marvin Davis, Toni Malone, Sue Proffer, and Mike Wilson. Councilmember Laverne Mixon was absent.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Harris.
The pledge was led by Councilmember Marvin Davis and prayer was given by Mayor Harris.
Toni Malone motioned, and Marvin Davis seconded and was approved by all to accept the minutes as
read of the regular meeting held on June 14, 2022.
Marvin Davis motioned, and Mike Wilson seconded and was approved by all to accept the minutes as
read of the special called meeting held on June 28, 2022.
Toni Malone motioned, and Marvin Davis seconded and was approved by all to pay the monthly bills.
Toni Malone motioned, and Mike Wilson seconded and was approved by all to adopt Resolution 2022-
11 authorizing the 2022 property tax millage to be set at 7.41 mills.
Sue Proffer motioned, and Mike Wilson seconded and was approved by all to designate the Ruston Daily
Leader as the official journal of the Town of Chatham for the period of July 12, 2022- June 30, 2023.
Toni Malone motioned, and Sue Proffer seconded and was approved by all to table the discussion of
raises for the Mayor and Councilmembers until the next regular meeting that is to be held on August
9, 2022, at 6:00 pm.
Toni motioned, and Marvin Davis seconded and was approved by all to accept the financial statements
as presented.
Marvin Davis motioned, and Mike Wilson seconded and all approved that the meeting be adjourned.
SHERIFF’S SALE
COMMUNITY LOAN SERVICING, LLC,
A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
# 36802
PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA
JOHN A LINER AND LINER HOMES, LLC
By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court,
Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my
possession and will offer for sale for cash at the principal front door of the Courthouse, Jonesboro,
Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 3rd day of August, 2022. Between the hours governing judicial sales,
the following property to wit:
"BEGINNING AT THE SOUTH SIDE OF A PAVED HIGHWAY (JONESBORO-DANVILLE HIGHWAY) RIGHT OF WAY LINE AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE NORTH BOUNDARY LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER, SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE 4 VEST, AND RUN NORTH 50 DEGREES EAST A DISTANCE OF 100 FEET FOR THE STARTING POINT; THENCE RUN SOUTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERN BOUNDARY LINE OF LOT 2 OF P.C. LINDSEY PLAT AS RECORDED IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 64, PAGE 663, A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE JONESBORO- DANVILLE HIGHWAY A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERN BOUNDARY OF LOT 2 OF P,C. LINDSEY PLAT A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET TO THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF JONESBORO-
DANVILLE HIGHWAY; THENCE RUN SOUTHWESTERLY WITH SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET TO THE STARTING POINT, SITUATED IN JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA", SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RlGHTS-OF-W AY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY.
Seized as the property of the above named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all
cost, sale to be made for cash with WITHOUT the benefit of appraisal.
ANDY BROWN, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER
JOB VACANCY POSTING
The Jackson Parish Police Jury is accepting applications for the following open position. Please submit all applications to: Jackson Parish Police Jury, 160 Industrial Drive Jonesboro, LA 71251 no later than close of business on July 27, 2022. To request a detailed job description, please contact the Road Department Superintendent at (318) 259-5661 ext. 2, by email: jstuckey@jppj.org, or by visiting our website: http://www.jacksonparishpolicejury.org/
POSITION: Mechanic I
DEPARTMENT: Road Department
Description:
Under general supervision, the Road Department Mechanic is a skilled position responsible for performing minor and major repairs on automobiles, trucks, heavy trucks, tractors, heavy equipment, and related departmental equipment. Assignments are made orally or in the form of written work orders.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma, or equivalent, required
Class A Commercial Driver’s License preferred
• ASE certified or Two (2) years’ experience at the journey level, working with diesel engines, heavy trucks, and equipment or three (3) years of experience as an auto mechanic
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds frequently
• Ability to work safely in all weather conditions, including adverse conditions
• Can understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Able to work in elevated areas, confined spaces, and on and off ladders
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Basic Responsibilities:
• The Mechanic is responsible for performing all types of routine maintenance and service duties on equipment including repair work on engines, transmissions, differentials, electrical systems, front ends and minor tune-ups. Arc Welding, Mig Welding and Acetylene Cutting with torch and plasma cutting.
• Road tests vehicles and confirms complaints, checks malfunctions, and determines necessary repair needs using experience and the use of various testing equipment and tools
• Changes oil and oil filters, air filters, hydraulic filters, etc. on gas and diesel equipment.
• Greases truck chassis, wheel bearings, and equipment moving parts
• Performs repair work on small gasoline engines. Able to operate chain saw and weed eater.
• Repairs and adjusts brakes and clutches; replaces brake linings and cylinders
• Performs hydraulic systems repairs on trucks and equipment
• Repairs flat tires and performs all related tasks incumbent to this endeavor
• Uses manual and power equipment for breaking down and balancing of tires
• Operates service/lube truck and performs maintenance duties on equipment
• Performs routine maintenance work on vehicle air conditioning systems
• Inspects and repairs suspension systems on automobiles and trucks
• Tracks all warranty work available for equipment
• Maintains all shop records, work orders, purchase orders, shop inventory, and shop work scheduling
• Performs proper pre-start and daily maintenance and service of equipment including lubrication, changing tires, making minor adjustments and repairs, and cleaning
• Requires a thorough knowledge of general maintenance requirements of various pieces of light to heavy motorized equipment
• Services, changes tires and cutting blades, cleans machine including tracks, and makes minor adjustments
• Recognizes and diagnoses equipment malfunctions or complicated services needs and reports to Supervisor
• May be required to lift equipment, tools, or any combination in excess of 100 pounds
• Skilled in use of tools and the operation of machines and equipment used in automobile repair and maintenance
• Adheres to all traffic laws, applicable Federal and State health and safety rules, local ordinances, and Jackson Parish Policy Jury rules and regulations and policies and procedures
• Ability to drive various pieces of equipment used by the Police Jury
• Follows safety procedures and practices as required, as well as wearing required safety equipment
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Detailed Job Description available upon request
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
MINUTES OF VILLAGE OF EAST HODGE
JULY 12, 2022
On the above date the Mayor and Council met on the above date at 6:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Hal Mims, Council Members: Gloria Moore and Preston Traxler.Absent: Robert Bradley
Mayor Mims called the meeting to order with Prayer and Pledge.
Visitors: None
Amendment to Agenda: Adopt Fiscal Agent and Official Journal for 2022-2023 year
Motion by Moore and seconded by Traxler to approve Agenda.
Approval of June 14, 2022 Minutes: Motion by Traxler, seconded by Moore
Old Business: Installation of Sewer Pump discussed
New Business: Adopt the Ruston Daily Leader as Official Journal and Hodge Bank and Trust as Fiscal Agent for the 2022-2023 fiscal year: Motion by Moore, Seconded by Traxler
Advertise for Sale of Tanker Truck: Motion by Traxler, Seconded by Moore
The Truck can be seen at 6011 Main Street, East Hodge, La on Thursdays and Fridays from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. We will accept sealed Bids until August 5, 2022 12:00 Noon. Bids may be mailed to P. O. Box 10 Hodge, LA 71247 or dropped off at the Village Town Hall, 6011 Main Street, East Hodge, LA.
Financial Report and approval of bills.
Adjournment: Motion by Moore, Seconded by Traxler
PUBLIC HEARING
The Jackson Parish Police Jury will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at 5:15 PM at the Dr. Charles H. Garrett Community Center located at 182 Industrial Dr., Jonesboro, La. 71251 to hear comments on the following ordinances.
ORDINANCE NUMBER _01-07192022
AN ORDINANCE OF THE JACKSON PARISH POLICE JURY AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF CREDIT CARDS FOR THE PAYMENT OF PERMITS, FINES, FEES, AND SERVICES AND ESTABLISHING A SERVICE CHARGE (CONVENIENCE FEE) FOR CREDIT CARD USE
ORDINANCE NUMBER _02-07192022
AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FUNDING TO THE JACKSON PARISH MUSEUM AND FINE ARTS ASSOCIATION FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2022.
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