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St. John the Baptist Parish President’s salary sees $17,000 annual increase in council meeting
Fresh off of an election in which she was unopposed after her only challenger was disqualified, St. John ... Read more
Author: Richard Meek | L'Observateur
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St. John public defenders to receive retirement benefits, parish council authorizes other key projects
Public defenders in St. John the Baptist Parish will soon be able to receive retirement benefits, as mandated ... Read more
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Parish Council approves breakwater project, wastewater maintenance
LAPLACE — Enhanced flood protection for St. John the Baptist Parish residents continues to draw closer, with the ... Read more
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Parish Council recap: Waste Pro begins garbage collection, duplex to be constructed in Reserve
LAPLACE — Distinctive garbage trucks draped in green and blue have recently been spotted throughout St. John the ... Read more
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Parish Council recap: Ordinance adopted for annual collection of taxes
LAPLACE — A potential financial shortfall for St. John the Baptist Parish was averted Tuesday night when an ... Read more
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Motion to amend Parish Council salaries fails
LAPLACE — Potential raises for members of the St. John the Baptist Parish Council will have to wait. ... Read more
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Plans for subdivision expansion in LaPlace rejected by Parish Council
LAPLACE — Plans for a proposed 49-house expansion in the Harvest Run Subdivision in LaPlace that were previously ... Read more
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St. John Parish Council Recap
LAPLACE — Motorists driving along Carrollwood Drive in LaPlace are not only in for a smoother ride but ... Read more
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Bid accepted for Multi-Purpose Complex
LAPLACE — Kurt Becnel did little to veil his excitement as he “proudly” made a motion during the ... Read more
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Parish solicits bids for Ida repairs
LAPLACE — Lift stations, the St. John Community Center and even a utilities warehouse appear next in line ... Read more