The St. Helena Parish Police Jury met in regular session in the Meeting Room
of the St. Helena Parish Police Jury Building at 17911 Hwy 43, Greensburg,
Louisiana, on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 @ 6:00 P.M.
Invocation was led by President Quanika H. Muse, followed by the Pledge.
Roll Call:
Police Jurors present: President Quanika H. Muse, Jule C. Wascom, Willie
Morgan, Warren McCray, Jr., Ryan Byrd, Doug Watson
Police Jurors absent: None
A motion was made by Mr. Warren McCray, Jr., seconded by Mr. Ryan Byrd, and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve minutes for August
11, 2026, as prepared and emailed to Jurors
Old Business: None
New Business:
Mr. Paul Sawyer, representing the Amite River Basin Commission, addressed
the Police Jury and provided an update regarding flood protection projects and
related initiatives affecting St. Helena Parish. Mr. Sawyer discussed ongoing
and proposed efforts within the Amite River Basin aimed at flood mitigation and
improving drainage and flood protection within the region. He further advised
that he plans to attend Police Jury meetings on at least a quarterly basis
to provide updates regarding the status and progress of projects and other
initiatives affecting St. Helena Parish. The Police Jury received the information
and discussed matters related thereto. No action was taken.
Executive Session:
The District Attorney matter concerning the latest Legislative Audit Report was
not addressed, as District Attorney Scott Perrilloux was not in attendance at the
meeting
Upon motion by Juror Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Juror Willie Morgan,
the Police Jury voted to enter into Executive Session for the following purposes:
The motion carried by the Police Jurors present.
TLG Law – Workplace Investigation: To meet with TLG Law regarding
findings of the workplace investigation involving St. Helena Parish Police Jury
employees, allegations of misconduct, and related personnel matters, pursuant
to La. R.S. 42:17(A)(1) and/or (4), as applicable
Formal Disciplinary Hearing – Fire Chief Bradley Graves: In connection
with the Formal Disciplinary Hearing concerning Fire Chief Bradley Graves,
to consider matters related to the Notice of Formal Administrative Charges,
including testimony, evidence, responses to the charges, and matters
concerning potential disciplinary action, as authorized by applicable provisions of
La. R.S. 42:17.
Reconvene in Regular Session
Upon motion by Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Willie Morgan, the Police Jury
voted to reconvene into Regular Session. The motion carried by the Police
Jurors present.
No action was taken in Executive Session, and no action was taken upon
reconvening into Regular Session regarding the matters discussed
Personnel Committee:
No action was taken on $1.00 pay increase in salary for John Scott and Henry
Watson
A motion was made by Mr. Doug Watson, seconded by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve of changing Jessie
Miller from part-time to full-time (Rd. Dist. 6)
A motion was made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr. Willie Morgan,
and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to hire Ricardo Galmon, Jr.
Rd. Dist. 1 @ $16.00 per hr., effective upon passing drug screen, physical, and
background check
A motion was made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr. Willie Morgan,
and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to hire Leshawn Turner
Rd. Dist. 3 @ $16.00 per hr., effective upon passing drug screen, physical, and
background check
Budget & Finance Committee:
A motion was made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr. Willie Morgan, and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve the purchase of Fire
Engine for Fire District #3
A motion was made by Mr. Willie Morgan, seconded by Mr. Warren McCray,
Jr., and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve budget
amendment i/a/o $500.00 for Registrar of Voters
Policies & Procedures Committee:
A motion was made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr. Willie Morgan, and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to adopt revised travel policy
Upon motion by Juror Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Juror Warren McCray, Jr.,
the Police Jury approved requiring all departments, entities, and agencies to
obtain their own quotes for purchases and submit a completed requisition with
all required quotes and supporting documentation to the Purchasing Agent for
Police Jury approval. Purchase Orders shall be issued upon approval of the
requisition. The motion was unanimously carried by the Police Jurors present.
Motion to reappoint Mrs. Carmen Overton and Mrs. Diane Washington to the
Board of Commissioners for Fire Protection District #4 Failed by the following
vote thereon:
YEAS: Quanika H. Muse, Warren McCray, Jr., Ryan Byrd
NAYS: Jule C. Wascom, Willie Morgan, Doug Watson
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Building & Grounds Committee:
Upon motion by Juror Ryan Byrd, seconded by Juror Warren McCray, Jr.,
the Police Jury unanimously agreed to defer consideration of the St. Helena
Historical Building Industrial Hygiene Testing by ELOS, at a cost not to exceed
$10,000.00, until the next meeting pending receipt of additional information
Upon motion by Juror Warren McCray, Jr., seconded by Juror Ryan Byrd, the
Police Jury approved proceeding with the process to reinstate the contract with
the St. Helena Historical Association regarding the Old Jail. The motion was
unanimously carried by the Police Jurors present.
Roads & Bridges Committee:
Discussion was held regarding the potential reopening of Leo Road in District 5.
The Police Jury will review available funding and the estimated costs associated
with reopening the road before further consideration.
A motion was made by Mr. Doug Watson, seconded by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve repairs of truck for
Road District 6
Representatives of the LSU AgCenter recognized the restoration efforts at
the St. Helena Tourism & AgCenter Extension Office Building and expressed
appreciation to the Police Jurors, Mr. Jerome Forbes, and his team for their work
and assistance throughout the restoration process. An update was also provided
regarding the restoration of the exterior quilt-square plaque. No action was taken
Ms. Debra Cooper addressed the Police Jury and presented information
regarding grant opportunities, proposed projects, and various initiatives intended
to benefit and improve St. Helena Parish.
A motion was made by Mr. Ryan Byrd, seconded by Mr. Jule C. Wascom,
and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to adopt requesting
and authorizing an emergency change of the polling place for Precinct 02-02
from the former DMV Building located at 38 South Main Street, Greensburg,
Louisiana 70441, to the Greensburg Volunteer Fire Department located at 13775
Highway 37, Greensburg, Louisiana 70441, and providing for related matters
A motion was made by Mr. Ryan Byrd, seconded by Mr. Jule C. Wascom,
and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve the following
invoices from PD Consulting, LLC, payable from RCIP Funds:
##037-017 i/a/o $3,310.00; Charlie Overton Park Building Renovations
#037-018 i/a/o $1,312.50; Charlie Overton Park Building Renovations
#038-017 i/a/o $1,032.50; SHPSO Admin electrical upgrades
#038-018 i/a/o $1,065.00; SHPSO Admin electrical upgrades
#039-017 i/a/o $1,420.00, OMV relocation
#039-018 i/a/o $982.50, OMV relocation
A motion was made by Mr. Ryan Byrd, seconded by Mr. Jule C. Wascom,
and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve the following
invoices from PD Consulting, LLC, payable from LWI Funds:
##040-021 i/a/o $165.00; Little Natalbany
#040-022 i/a/o $330.00; Little Natalbany
A motion was made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr. Ryan Byrd, and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve invoice from H.
Davis Cole & Associates, LLC i/a/o $14,317.38, for professional engineering
services for the St. Helena Parish Emergency Generators Project HMGP DR-
4611-0049 and authorize payment
A motion was made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr. Ryan Byrd, and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve invoice from H.
Davis Cole & Associates, LLC i/a/o of $38,315.55, for professional engineering
services for the St. Helena Parish Safe Room Project – HMGP DR-4611-0050
and authorize payment
A motion was made by Mr. Warren McCray, Jr., seconded by Mr. Ryan Byrd
and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve invoice #25029
from Prestige Construction & Management, LLC i/a/o $325.00 for installation of
electrical receptacle at the DMV, payable from LGAP Funds
A motion was made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr. Willie Morgan, and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to accept the recommendation
of the St. Helena Parish Tourist Commission to appoint Terry Waterman as
Commissioner for a four-year term
Motion to appoint Cassidy Brasseux and Brandon Rayborn to the St. Helena
Parish Fire Protection District No. 4 Board of Commissioners, replacing Carmen
Overton and Diane Washington Failed by the following vote thereon:
YEAS: Jule C. Wascom, Willie Morgan, Doug Watson
NAYS: Quanika H. Muse, Warren McCray, Jr., Ryan Byrd
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Discussion was held regarding the appointment of a representative for St.
Helena Parish to the Audubon Regional Library Board. Three questionnaires
were submitted for consideration. The Police Jurors will review the submissions,
with the appointment to be considered at the next meeting. No action was taken.
Discussion was held regarding the ELOS Environmental, LLC proposal
dated August 7, 2026, for lead-based paint and limited asbestos testing of the
Assessor’s Office, Land Building, and Old Jail Building at the Sitman Street
Government Complex, at a cost not to exceed $10,000.00. No action was taken
Discussion was held regarding the quote from Empire Truck Sales, LLC for two
(2) 2027 Western Star 47X trucks with Warren dump bodies and equipment
at $208,351.40 per unit, for a total cost of $416,702.80, payable from the
RBM Fund. The matter was referred to committee for further discussion and
consideration. No action was taken.
The Police Jury scheduled a public meeting for Saturday, October 3, 2026,
at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Helena Parish Courthouse to receive public input and
discuss the proposed use of recreational funds.
A motion was made by Mr. Ryan Byrd, seconded by Mr. Warren McCray, Jr., and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve requisitions, as per
copies presented by Purchasing Agent
A motion was made by Mr. Ryan Byrd, seconded by Mr. Warren McCray, Jr., and
unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to acknowledge receipt and
review of the monthly disbursement register, including checks, ACH payments,
electronic fund transfers (EFTs), and other authorized disbursements processed
since the last regular meeting
A motion was made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr. Warren McCray,
Jr., and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to acknowledge receipt
of monthly budget-to-actual comparison and financial reports received for
review, as prepared by Sibley & Newell, CPA
A motion was made by Mr. Warren McCray, Jr., seconded by Mr. Ryan Byrd,
and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve employees accruable benefits report as per copies submitted by Payroll Clerk
A motion was made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr. Warren McCray,
Jr., and unanimously carried by all Police Jurors present to approve Fuelman
report as per copies submitted by Purchasing Agent
FYI:
The deadline for submitting items for September 8, 2026, meeting is 12:00 pm
on Monday, August 31, 2026; must be submitted in writing on agenda item
request form
SHED 2026 Business Summit – September 23, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., St.
Helena Parish Multipurpose Center
There being no further business to come before the Police Juror, the meeting
was adjourned on motion duly made by Mr. Jule C. Wascom, seconded by Mr.
Warren McCray, Jr. and unanimously carried by the Police Jurors to meet in
regular session at 6:00 pm Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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Quanika H. Muse, President Sharonda Brown, Secretary-Treasurer
St. Helena Parish Police Jury St. Helena Parish Police Jury
State of Louisiana State of Louisiana
Cost of notice: $193.00