Public Meeting
England Economic & Industrial Development District
· 4:00 p.m. announced
England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303
Meeting documents
Commission Agenda – November 20, 2025 agenda
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- A. CALL TO ORDER THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE November 20, 2025 AGENDA
- Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent ➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- Motion to approve the minutes of September 16, 2025, Executive Committee meeting.
- Motion to approve the minutes of September 25, 2025, Executive Committee meeting.
- Motion to approve the minutes of November 12, 2025, Executive Committee meeting. THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE November 20, 2025 Members: STEVEN MANSOUR, CHAIR; CHARLIE WEEMS, VICE-CHAIR Trey Crump, Joshua Dara, Sr., Jamar Gailes, Oday Lavergne, Myron Lawson, Jr., Joe McPherson, Patrick O’Quin, Zeb Winstead AGENDA
- Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent ➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- Motion to approve the minutes of October 23, 2025, Admin/Legal Committee meeting.
- Briefing on review of Million Air lease.
- Review of the Court System, as well as introduction and discussion of the Airpark’s 5 Year Capital Improvement Program.
- Resolution by Chair, Zeb Winstead to enact EEIDD Ordinances 2-110 through 2-130, and to amend Ordinance 4-2, to establish administrative court system, to provide for appointment of hearing officer, to provide for administrative adjudication, enforcement, and judicial review of EEIDD regulatory violations.
- Motion by Commissioner Joe McPherson to amend EEIDD Ordinances Section 6-88(f) to provide for submission of a rolling five-year operating forecast and rolling five-year capital projects plan.
- Motion by Commissioner Oday Lavergne to amend EEIDD Ordinances Sections 2-56, 2-57, 2-58, 2-78, 2-105, 688, 6-293, 6-321, 8-2, 8-30, 8-31 to provide for repeal and replacement of references to standing committees of the Board.
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
FINANCE/AUDIT COMMITTEE
November 20, 2025
Members: JOE MCPHERSON, CHAIR; TREY CRUMP, VICE-CHAIR Joshua Dara, Sr., Jamar Gailes, Oday Lavergne, Myron Lawson, Jr., Steve Mansour, Patrick O’Quin, Charlie Weems, Zeb Winstead
AGENDA
- Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent
➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- Motion to approve the minutes of October 23, 2025, Finance/Audit Committee meeting.
- To receive schedule of paid invoices for the month of October 2025.
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
November 20, 2025
Members: PATRICK O’QUIN, CHAIR; JOE MCPHERSON, VICE-CHAIR Trey Crump, Joshua Dara, Sr., Jamar Gailes, Myron Lawson, Jr., Oday Lavergne, Steven Mansour, Charlie Weems, Zeb Winstead
AGENDA
- Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent
➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- Motion to approve the minutes of October 23, 2025, Economic Development Committee meeting.
- Motion to authorize the Executive Director to execute a lease between EEIDD and Sol Powerlines, LLC, for
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
CAPITAL PROJECT COMMITTEE
November 20, 2025
Members: CHARLIE WEEMS, CHAIR; JOSHUA DARA, SR., VICE-CHAIR Trey Crump, Jamar Gailes, Oday Lavergne, Myron Lawson, Jr., Oday Lavergne, Steve Mansour, Joe McPherson, Zeb Winstead
AGENDA
- Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent
➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- Motion to approve the minutes of October 23, 2025, Capital Project Committee meeting.
- Motion to adopt resolution authorizing the Executive Director to execute Sponsor/State Agreement No. H.016643 between the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and the EEIDD for the South Ramp Expansion & Taxiway Realignment in the amount of $1,000,000.00 (One Million Dollars and Zero Cents).
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute firefighting contract between EEIDD and Centerra Group, LLC, to provide firefighting services for England Airpark and Alexandria International Airport.
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office and the EEIDD for the transfer of two EEIDD surplus vehicles.
- Motion authorizing the Executive Director to accept the lowest responsible bid from (Vendor/Company) in the amount of ($xxx,xxx) for the purchase of new terminal seating, and to execute all necessary documents thereto.
- Review updates on Capital Projects.
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Zeb Winstead, Chair Myron Lawson, Jr. Oday Lavergne, Vice-Chair Steve Mansour Jamar Gailes, Secretary/Treasurer Joe McPherson Trey Crump Patrick O’Quin Joshua Dara, Sr. Charlie Weems REGULAR MEETING November 20, 2025 England Authority Board Room AGENDA
- A. Call to Order
- B. Invocation
- C. Pledge of Allegiance
- D. Roll Call
- E. Public Comments or Questions
- F. Active Items
- Motion to approve the minutes of October 23, Regular Board meeting.
- Motion to amend EEIDD Ordinances Section 6-88(f) to provide for submission of a rolling five-year operating forecast and rolling five-year capital projects plan.
- Motion to amend EEIDD Ordinances Sections 2-56, 2-57, 2-58, 2-78, 2-105, 6-88, 6-293, 6-321, 8-2, 8-30, 8-31 to provide for repeal and replacement of references to standing committees of the Board.
- Motion to adopt resolution authorizing the Executive Director to execute Sponsor/State Agreement No. H.016643 between the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and the EEIDD for the South Ramp Expansion & Taxiway Realignment in the amount of $1,000,000.00 (One Million Dollars and Zero Cents).
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute firefighting contract between EEIDD and Centerra Group, LLC, to provide firefighting services for England Airpark and Alexandria International Airport.
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Rapides Parish Sheriffs Office and the EEIDD for the transfer of two EEIDD surplus vehicles.
- Motion authorizing the Executive Director to accept the lowest responsible bid from (Vendor/Company) in the amount of ($xxx,xxx) for the purchase of new terminal seating, and to execute all necessary documents thereto. (Bids to be received the day of the Board Meeting. Information will be updated to present at the Board Meeting.)
- Motion to authorize the Executive Director to execute a lease between EEIDD and Sol Powerlines, LLC, for
- Final adoption of Resolution to enact EEIDD Ordinances 2-110 through 2-130, and to amend Ordinance 4-2, to establish administrative court system, to provide for appointment of hearing officer, to provide for administrative adjudication, enforcement, and judicial review of EEIDD regulatory violations.
- Motion to enter into contractual agreement with Bloom Golf Management for OakWing management, effective January 5, 2026.
- Enter Executive Session for discussion of character, professional competency of Executive Director, establishing an Annual Rating and Performance Evaluation form regarding same. La. R.S. 42:17(A)(1). ADDITIONS TO AGENDA (By unanimous vote)
- G. Comments by Legal Counsel
- H. Comments or Questions by Commissioners
- I. Comments by Executive Director
- J. Staff Reports – 1) Financial
- Air Traffic
- Economic Development/Operations
- K. Public Comments or Questions
- L. Adjourn
Commission Minutes – November 20, 2025 minutes
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THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT November 20, 2025
The regular meeting of the Executive Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
The Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. and requested roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Zeb Winstead, Mr. Oday Lavergne and Mr. Jamar Gailes.
MOTION BY CONSENT TO APPROVE MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2025, SEPTEMBER 25, 2025, AND NOVEMBER 12, 2025, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, by consent to approve minutes of September 16, 2025, September 25 ,2025, and November 12, 2025, Executive Committee meetings.
On vote, motion carried.
Mr. Winstead stated that there were no further items to discuss and asked if there were any public comments or additions to the agenda.
There being none, Mr. Winstead adjourned the Executive Committee.
Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead called upon Commissioner, Mr. Steven Mansour, Chair of the Admin/Legal Committee.
Mr. Zeb Winstead, Committee Chair EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Admin/Legal Committee 11/20/2025
ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE
THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT November 20, 2025
The regular meeting of the Admin/Legal Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
The Committee Chair, Mr. Steven Mansour, requested roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Steve Mansour, Mr. Charlie Weems, Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Mr. Myron Lawson, Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Zeb Winstead
MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 23, 2025, ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE MEETING. Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Second by Mr. Myron Lawson, to approve the minutes of the October 23, 2025, Admin/Legal Committee meeting.
On vote, motion carried.
Review of Millionaire Lease by Mr. Matt Nowlin, Legal Counsel.
Review of the Court System, as well as introduction and discussion of the Airpark’s Five-Year Capital Improvement Program by Mr. Matt Nowlin, Legal Counsel.
Resolution by Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, Second by Mr. Jamar Gailes, to enact EEIDD Ordinances 2-110 through 2-130, and to amend Ordinance 4-2, to establish administrative court system, to provide for appointment of hearing officer, to provide for administrative adjudication, enforcement, and judicial review of EEIDD regulatory violations.
On vote, resolution approved.
Resolution by Commissioner, Mr. Joe McPherson, Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, to amend EEIDD Ordinances Section 6-88(f) to provide for submission of a rolling five-year operating forecast and rolling fiveyear capital projects plan.
On vote, resolution approved.
Resolution by Commissioner, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Second by Mr. Zeb Winstead, to amend EEIDD Ordinances Sections 2-56, 2-57, 2-58, 2-78, 2-105, 6-88, 6-293, 6-321, 8-2, 8-30, 8-31 to provide for repeal and replacement of references to standing committees of the Board.
On vote, resolution approved.
Mr. Mansour stated that there were no further items to discuss and asked if there were any public comments or additions to the agenda.
There being none, Mr. Mansour adjourned the Admin/Legal Committee.
Admin/Legal Committee 11/20/2025
Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, called upon Commissioner Joe McPherson, Chair of the Finance/Audit Committee.
Mr. Steven Mansour, Committee Chair ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE FINANCE/AUDIT COMMITTEE THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT November 20, 2025
The regular meeting of the Finance/Audit Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, November 20 , 2025, in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive , Alexandria, Louisiana.
The Committee Chair, Mr. Joe McPherson, requested a roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Steve Mansour, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Charlie Weems, Mr. Zeb Winstead
MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 23, 2025, FINANCE/AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETING. Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Second by Mr. Jamar Gailes , to approve minutes of the October 23, 2025, Finance/Audit Committee meeting.
On vote, motion carried.
TO RECEIVE SCHEDULE OF PAID INVOICES FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2025. The Commissioners reviewed the schedule of paid invoices for the month of October 2025. There were no questions or comments upon reviewing.
Committee recognized Louisiana State Representative, Mr. Ed Larvadain.
Mr. McPherson stated that there were no further items to discuss and asked if there were any public comments or additions to the agenda.
There being none, Mr. McPherson adjourned the Finance Committee.
Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, called upon Commissioner Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Chair of the Economic Development Committee.
Mr. Joe McPherson, Committee Chair FINANCE/AUDIT COMMITTEE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT November 20, 2025
The regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
The Chair, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, requested a roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Steve Mansour, Mr. Charlie Weems, Mr. Zeb Winstead
MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 23, 2025, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING. Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, to approve minutes of October 23, 2025, Economic Development Committee meeting.
On vote, motion carried.
MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE A LEASE BETWEEN EEIDD AND SOL Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Zeb Winstead, to authorize the Executive Director to execute lease between EEIDD and Sol Powerlines, LLC, for building #1433 located at 2019 Frank Luke Blvd.
Mr. David Broussard presented information on the proposed contract.
On vote, motion carried.
The Chair, Mr. O’Quin, stated that there were no further items to discuss and next called for any additions or public comments.
There being none, Mr. O’Quin adjourned the Economic Development Committee.
Mr. Zeb Winstead called on Mr. Weems, Chair of the Capital Projects Committee.
Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Committee Chair ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE England Economic and Industrial Development District Capital Project Committee 11/20/2025
CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE
THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT November 20, 2025
The regular meeting of the Capital Projects Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, in the England Authority Board Room,
The Committee Chair, Mr. Charlie Weems, requested a roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Charlie Weems, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Steve Mansour, Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Zeb Winstead
MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 23, 2025, CAPITAL PROJECT COMMITTEE MEETING. Motion by Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Second by Mr. Joe McPherson, to approve the minutes of October 23, 2025, Capital Project Committee meeting.
On vote, motion carried.
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE SPONSOR/STATE AGREEMENT NO. H.016643 BETWEEN THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORATION AND DEVELOPMENT AND THE EEIDD FOR THE SOUTH RAMP EXPANSION & TAXIWAY REALIGNMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000.00 (ONE MILLION DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS). Motion by Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Second by Mr. Joe McPherson, authorizing the Executive Director to execute Sponsor/State Agreement No. H.016643 between the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and the EEIDD for the South Ramp Expansion & Taxiway Realignment in the amount of $1,000,000.00 (One Million Dollars and Zero Cents).
Mr. Scott Gammel presented information on the proposed contract.
On vote, motion carried.
MOTION TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE FIREFIGHTING CONTRACT BETWEEN EEIDD AND CENTERRA GROUP, LLC, TO PROVIDE FIREFIGHTING SERVICES FOR ENGLAND AIRPARK AND ALEXANDRIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, to authorize the Executive Director to execute firefighting contract between EEIDD and Centerra Group, LLC, to provide firefighting services for England Airpark and Alexandria International Airport.
Mr. Scott Gammel presented information on the proposed contract. Capital Project Committee 11/20/2025
On vote, motion passed.
MOTION TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE RAPIDES PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE AND THE EEIDD FOR THE TRANSFER OF TWO EEIDD SURPLUS VEHICLES. Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Second by Mr. Jamar Gailes, to authorize the Executive Director to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office and the EEIDD for the transfer of two EEIDD surplus vehicles.
MOTION TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO ACCEPT THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BID FROM ZOEFTIG, LTD., IN THE AMOUNT OF $268,862.40 (TWO HUNDRED SIXTY -EIGHT THOUSAND, EIGHT HUNDRED SIXTY-TWO DOLLARS AND FORTY CENTS) FOR THE PURCHSE OF NEW TERMINAL SEATING, AND TO EXECUTE ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS THERETO. Motion is deferred to December 18, 2025 meeting.
Capital Projects updates: Mr. Gammel advised Committee that all information had been sent via email the week prior and there was no new information, but he was available to answer questions, if needed. No questions were presented.
There being no further items to discuss, Mr. Weems adjourned the Capital Project Committee
Mr. Charlie Weems, Chair CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE England Economic and Industrial Development District THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR SESSION NOVEMBER 20, 2025
The England Economic and Industrial Development District met in Regular Session in the England Airpark Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana, on Thursday, November 20, 2025.
Mr. Zeb Winstead, Chair of the England Authority, called the meeting to order at 5:12 p.m.
The England Economic and Industrial Development District was duly convened as the governing authority of said District by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Chair, who stated that the England Economic and Industrial Development District was ready for the transaction of business.
Present: Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, Vice-Chair, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Steve Mansour, Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Charlie Weems
The invocation was led by Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr. , and the Pledge of Allegiance by Mr. Zeb Winstead.
Also present were members of the England Authority staff: Mr. Ralph Hennessy, Executive Director, Mr. David Broussard, Deputy Director, Mr. Scott Gammel, Director of Aviation, Summer Steiner, Director of Finance and Human Resources, and Mr. Matt Nowlin, Legal Counsel.
Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, asked if there were any public comments or questions. Hearing none, Mr. Winstead proceeded with the action items.
MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 23, 2025 REGULAR BOARD MEETING. Motion by Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr ., Second by Mr. Jamar Gailes , to approve the minutes of October 23, 2025 Regular Board Meeting.
MOTION TO ADOPT ACTIVE RESOLUTION AGENDA ITEMS 2, 3 AND 9 AS CONSENT. Motion by Mr. Steve Mansour, second by Mr. Jamar Gailes, to approve active items 2, 3 and 9 as consent. The Chair called for any comments from the Board or public. There being none, a vote was called, and motion carried.
MOTION TO APPROVE ACTIVE AGENDA ITEMS 4, 5, 6, AND 8 AS CONSENT. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, second by Mr. Joe McPherson, to approve active agenda items 4, 5, 6, and 8 as consent. The Chair called for any comments from the Board or public. There being none, a vote was called, and motion carried.
MOTION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL NEGOTIATIONS WITH BLOOM GOLF MANAGEMENT FOR OAKWING MANAGEMENT, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 5, 2026. Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, second by Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., to enter into contractual negotiations with Bloom Golf Management for OakWiing Management, effective January 5, 2026.
Comments by Legal Counsel : Mr. Matt Nowlin reminded Commissioners that Ethics and Sexual Harassment training is due by December 31, 2025.
Questions by Commissioners: There were no questions or comments from Commissioners. Board of Commissioners Regular Session November 20, 2025
Comments by Executive Director : Mr. Hennessy notified Commissioners that he and Leigh Ann Purvis will attend the ACI Marketing and Communications Conference the first week of December. AEX “Fly Local” campaign has been recognized as a finalist for the Small Airports category.
Staff Reports:
- Financial: Ms. Summer Steiner distributed the audit report. Clean audit. Nick will be at the December meeting to do his presentations.9% above revenue; 5% below expenses. Still in the process of transitioning over to Bank of Montgomery.
- Air Traffic: Mr. Scott Gammel reported that 5 American and 3 Delta flights were cancelled due to the government shutdown. (Ray Schindler reported that staff didn’t miss a beat.) Enplanements are up. 37% fuels sales up from last year.
- Economic Development/Operations: Mr. David Broussard discussed Lasalle Correction expansion plan and a partnership with LA Central.
- Public Comments or Questions: None
MOTION TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR DISCUSSION OF CHARACTER, PROFESSIONIAL COMPETENCY OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ESTABLISHING AN ANNUAL RATING AND PERFORMANCE EVALUATION FORM REGARDING SAME. LA. R.S. 42:17(A)(1). Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne to enter into Executive Session for discussion of character, professional competency of Executive Director, establishing an Annual Rating and Performance Evaluation Form regarding same. La. R.S. 42:17(A)(1).
Time in Executive Session: 5:46 p.m. Time out of Executive Session 6:25 p.m.
There being no further business, Mr. Zeb Winstead adjourned the meeting at 6:25 p.m.
Zeb Winstead, Chair England Economic and Industrial Development District Board of Commissioners
Jamar Gailes, Secretary/Treasurer England Economic and Industrial Development District Board of Commissioners THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL MEETING December 11, 2025
The England Economic and Industrial Development District met in Special Session in the England Airpark Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana, on Thursday, December 11, 2025.
Mr. Zeb Winstead, Chair of the England Authority, called the meeting to order at 4:03 p.m.
The England Economic and Industrial Development District was duly convened as the governing authority of said District by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Chair, who stated that the England Economic and Industrial Development District was ready for the transaction of business.
Present: Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, Vice-Chair, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Steve Mansour, Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Charlie Weems.
MOTION TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION.
Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, to enter into Executive Session. The Chair called for any comments from the Board or public. There being none, a vote was called, and motion carried.
The Commissioners meandered out of Executive Session at 5:08 p.m.
INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTION DESIGNATING A PROJECT AREA AND CREATING THE ENGLAND DISTRICT SUB -DISTRICT NO. 3 AND DEFINING AND DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES THEREOF IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS AUTHORIZED BY LA. R.S. 33:130.355(12), PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOREGOING, AND TO FURTHER PROVIDE WHEN THIS RESOLUTION SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE. Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, second by Mr. Jamar Gailes, for introduction of Resolution designating a project area and creating the England District Sub -District No. 3 and defining and describing the boundaries thereof in accordance with and as authorized by La. R.S. 33:130.355(12),providing for other matters in connection with the foregoing, and to further provide when this Resolution shall become effective. The Chair called for any comments from the Board or public. There being none, a vote was called and motion carried.
Public Comments or Questions: None
There being no further business, Mr. Zeb Winstead adjourned the meeting at 5:09 p.m.
Zeb Winstead, Chair England Economic and Industrial Development District Board of Commissioners
Jamar Gailes, Secretary/Treasurer England Economic and Industrial Development District Board of Commissioners
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