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LA Rev Stat § 33:130.253 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.253. Officers; meetings; quorum; rules; report

RS 130.253 - Officers; meetings; quorum; rules; report  A. The board shall elect from among its own members a president, a vice president, a secretary, and a treasurer, whose duties shall be those usual to such offices. At the option of the board, the offices of secretary and treasurer may be held by one person.  B. The board shall meet in regular session once each month and shall also meet in special session as often as the president of the board convenes them or on the written request of four members. Five members of the board shall constitute a quorum.  C.(1) The board shall prescribe rules to govern its meetings, except that the president shall not be required to vote except in case of a tie vote.  (2) The board shall maintain suitable offices in the parish of Terrebonne.  D. The board shall submit annually to the governing authority of the parish of Terrebonne, within one hundred twenty days following the end of each calendar year, a report in triplicate of its activities, together with a financial report disclosing all receipts and disbursements of the authority.  Acts 1989, No. 2, §1, eff. June 1, 1989; Acts 2004, No. 622, §1, eff. July 1, 2004; Acts 2015, No. 191, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.254 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.254. Advisory committee

RS 130.254 - Advisory committee  A. The board may establish advisory committees and may appoint members to any such committee. Advisory committees shall meet with the board upon the request of a majority of the board membership.  B. Elected officials are prohibited from serving on the advisory committee.  Acts 1989, No. 2, §1, eff. June 1, 1989; Acts 2015, No. 191, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.255 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.255. Powers of authority

RS 130.255 - Powers of authority  A. The authority, acting by and through its board, may exercise all powers of a political subdivision necessary or convenient for the carrying out of its objects and purposes, including but not limited to rights and powers set out in this Subpart:  (1) To sue and be sued.  (2) To adopt, use, and alter at will a corporate seal.  (3) To acquire by donation, grant, purchase, or lease, all property, including servitudes or rights of use; to hold and use any franchise or property, immovable or movable, corporeal or incorporeal, or any interest therein, necessary or desirable for carrying out the objects and purposes of the authority.  (4) To receive by grant, or donation, any sum of money, or property, aid, or assistance from the United States, the state of Louisiana, or any political subdivision thereof, or any person, firm, or corporation.  (5) To enter into contracts for the purchase, acquisition, construction, maintenance, and improvement of works and facilities necessary in connection with the purposes of the authority.  (6) In its own name and on its own behalf to incur debt and to issue general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, certificates, notes, and other evidences of indebtedness and to levy and cause to be collected ad valorem taxes as provided in this Subpart and as may be provided by general law.  (7) To regulate the imposition of fees and rentals charged by the authority for its facilities and for services rendered by it.  (8) To mortgage properties constructed or acquired and to borrow money and pledge all or part of its revenues, leases, rents, or other advantages as security for such loans.  (9) To sell immovable property owned by the authority after legal notice as provided by law for the judicial sale of immovable property.  (10) To contract, upon such terms as it may agree upon, for legal, financial, engineering, and other professional services necessary or expedient in the conduct of its affairs.  (11) To utilize the services of the executive departments of the state upon mutually agreeable terms and conditions.  (12) To do any and all things necessary or proper for the government, regulation, development, and control of the business of the board.  B. The authority shall not be deemed to be an instrumentality of the state for purposes of Article X, Section 1(A) of the Constitution of Louisiana.  Acts 1989, No. 2, §1, eff. June 1, 1989; Acts 2004, No. 622, §1, eff. July 1, 2004; Acts 2005, No. 462, §2, eff. July 1, 2005; Acts 2015, No. 191, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.259 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.259. Securities

RS 130.259 - Securities Bonds, certificates, or other evidences of indebtedness issued by the authority under this Subpart are deemed to be securities of public entities within the meaning of Chapters 13 and 13-A of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and shall be subject to defeasance in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 14 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and may be refunded in accordance with the provisions of Chapters 14-A and 15 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and may also be issued as short-term revenue notes of a public entity under Chapter 15-A of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. Acts 1989, No. 2, §1, eff. June 1, 1989; Acts 2004, No. 622, §1, eff. July 1, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.260 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.260. Exemption from taxation

RS 130.260 - Exemption from taxation The authority and all properties at any time owned by the authority and the income therefrom and all bonds, certificates, and other evidences of indebtedness issued by the authority under this Subpart and the interest or income therefrom shall be exempt from all taxation by the state of Louisiana. Acts 1989, No. 2, §1, eff. June 1, 1989; Acts 2004, No. 622, §1, eff. July 1, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.261 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.261. General compliances; enhancement; budget

RS 130.261 - General compliances; enhancement; budget  A. No provision of this Subpart shall be construed so as to exempt the authority from compliance with the provisions of Louisiana laws pertaining to open meetings, public records, fiscal agents, official journals, dual officeholding and employment, public bidding for the purchase of supplies and materials and construction of public works, the Code of Governmental Ethics, the Right to Property in Article I, Section 4 of the Constitution of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Election Code.  B. The authority shall have the power and right to adopt a program or programs awarding contracts to, and establishing set-aside goals and preference procedures for the benefit of, businesses owned and operated by socially or economically disadvantaged persons in accordance with any of the provisions of R.S. 38:2233 and of Chapter 19 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, entitled "Louisiana Minority and Women's Business Enterprise Act".  C.(1) The board shall annually prepare a financial statement which shall be presented to the legislative auditor pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 24:513. The legislative auditor shall thereafter publish his findings in the official journal of the authority.  (2) Within thirty days following submission of the financial statement to the legislative auditor, the board, or a designated officer of the board, shall present to the governing authority of the parish of Terrebonne at a public meeting a copy of such statement for public review.  D. The board shall submit to the governing authority of the parish of Terrebonne an annual proposed budget for the operation of the authority for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget shall be deemed accepted unless rejected by two-thirds vote of the parish governing authority. After the budget has been accepted by the parish governing authority, the authority may incur liabilities and make expenditures during the fiscal year in accordance with such budget.  E. All expenses associated with this Section shall be borne by the authority.  Acts 1989, No. 2, §1, eff. June 1, 1989; Acts 2004, No. 622, §1, eff. July 1, 2004; Acts 2005, No. 462, §1, eff. July 1, 2005; Acts 2015, No. 191, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.271 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.271. Tri-Parish Economic Development District; creation; territorial jurisdiction

RS 130.271 - Tri-Parish Economic Development District; creation; territorial jurisdiction A. The Tri-Parish Economic Development District, hereinafter referred to as the "district", is hereby constituted and is declared to be a body politic and political subdivision of the state of Louisiana, as defined in Article VI, Section 44 of the Constitution of Louisiana. Pursuant to Article VI, Sections 19 and 21 of the Constitution of Louisiana, the district, acting through its board of commissioners, the governing authority of said district, is hereby granted all of the rights, powers, privileges, and immunities granted to political subdivisions for industrial, commercial, research, and economic development purposes, including but not limited to the power of taxation, the power to incur debt and issue revenue and general obligation bonds, certificates of indebtedness, bond and revenue anticipation notes, and refunding bonds, subject to the limitations hereinafter provided. B. The district created pursuant hereto shall be established for the primary object and purpose of promoting, encouraging, and participating in industrial development to stimulate the economy through commerce, industry, and research and for the utilization and development of natural, physical, and human resources of the area by providing job opportunities. C. The boundaries of the district shall be coterminous with the boundaries of the parishes of Concordia, Catahoula, and Tensas. Acts 1989, No. 775, §1, eff. July 9, 1989.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.272 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.272. Board of commissioners; members

RS 130.272 - Board of commissioners; members The district shall be governed by the board of directors of the Tri-Parish Economic Development Foundation, hereinafter referred to as the "board of commissioners". Said board shall be appointed as provided by the articles of incorporation and bylaws of said foundation on July 9, 1989. The members of the board of commissioners shall serve terms, be removed from or resign membership on the board, and be compensated in accordance with such articles and bylaws. Acts 1989, No. 775, §1, eff. July 9, 1989.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.273 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.273. Officers; meetings; quorum

RS 130.273 - Officers; meetings; quorum Officers of the board of commissioners shall be selected and perform their duties, meetings shall be held, and a quorum shall be required, all as provided in the articles of incorporation and bylaws of the Tri-Parish Economic Development Foundation on July 9, 1989. Acts 1989, No. 775, §1, eff. July 9, 1989.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.274 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.274. Powers of district

RS 130.274 - Powers of district A. The district, acting by and through its board of commissioners, shall have and exercise all powers of a political subdivision necessary or convenient for the carrying out of its objects and purposes, including but not limited to rights and powers set out in this Subpart: (1) To sue and be sued. (2) To adopt, use, and alter at will a corporate seal. (3) To acquire by gift, grant, purchase, lease, or otherwise, all property, including servitudes or rights of way; to hold and use any franchise or property, immovable, movable, or mixed, corporeal or incorporeal, or any interest therein, necessary or desirable for carrying out the objectives and purposes of the district, including but not limited to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of industrial parks. (4) To receive by gift, grant, donation, or otherwise any sum of money, or property, aid, or assistance from the United States, the state of Louisiana, or any political subdivision thereof, or any person, firm, or corporation. (5) To enter into contracts for the purchase, acquisition, construction, maintenance, and improvement of works and facilities necessary in connection with the purposes of the district. (6) In its own name and on its own behalf to incur debt and to issue general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, certificates, notes, and other evidences of indebtedness and to levy and cause to be collected ad valorem taxes as provided in this Subpart and as may be provided by general law. (7) To require and issue licenses with respect to its properties and facilities. (8) To regulate the imposition of fees and rentals charged by the district for its facilities and for services rendered by it. (9) To mortgage properties constructed or acquired and to borrow money and pledge all or part of its revenues, leases, rents, or other advantages as security for such loans. (10) To sell immovable property owned by the commission after legal notice as provided by law for the judicial sale of immovable property. (11) To appoint officers, agents, and employees, prescribe their duties, and fix their compensation. (12) To contract, upon such terms as it may agree upon, for legal, financial, engineering, and other professional services necessary or expedient in the conduct of its affairs. (13) To utilize the services of the executive departments of the state upon mutually agreeable terms and conditions. (14) To do any and all things necessary or proper for the government, regulation, development, and control of the business of the board of commissioners. Acts 1989, No. 775, §1, eff. July 9, 1989.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.278 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.278. Securities

RS 130.278 - Securities Bonds, certificates, or other evidences of indebtedness issued by the district under this Subpart are deemed to be securities of public entities within the meaning of Chapters 13 and 13-A of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and shall be subject to defeasance in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 14 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and may be refunded in accordance with the provisions of Chapters 14-A and 15 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and may also be issued as short-term revenue notes of a public entity under Chapter 15-A of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. Acts 1989, No. 775, §1, eff. July 9, 1989.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.279 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.279. Exemption from taxation

RS 130.279 - Exemption from taxation The district and all properties at any time owned by the district and the income therefrom and all bonds, certificates, and other evidences of indebtedness issued by the district under this Subpart and the interest or income therefrom shall be exempt from all taxation by the state of Louisiana. Acts 1989, No. 775, §1, eff. July 9, 1989.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.280 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.280. General compliances; enhancement

RS 130.280 - General compliances; enhancement A. No provision of this Subpart shall be construed so as to exempt the district from compliance with the provisions of Louisiana laws pertaining to open meetings, public records, fiscal agents, official journals, dual officeholding and employment, public bidding for the purchase of supplies and materials and construction of public works, the Code of Governmental Ethics, the Right to Property in Article I, Section 4 of the Constitution of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Election Code. B. The district shall have the power and right to adopt a program or programs awarding contracts to, and establishing set-aside goals and preference procedures for the benefit of, businesses owned and operated by socially or economically disadvantaged persons in accordance with any of the provisions of R.S. 38:2233 and of Chapter 19 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. C. The financial records of the district shall be audited pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 24:513. Acts 1989, No. 775, §1, eff. July 9, 1989.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.291 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.291. Ruston-Lincoln Industrial Development District; creation; territorial jurisdiction

RS 130.291 - Ruston-Lincoln Industrial Development District; creation; territorial jurisdiction A. The Ruston-Lincoln Industrial Development District, hereinafter referred to as the "district", is hereby constituted and is declared to be a body politic and political subdivision of the state of Louisiana, as defined in Article VI, Section 44 of the Constitution of Louisiana. Pursuant to Article VI, Sections 19 and 21 of the Constitution of Louisiana, the district acting through its board of commissioners, the governing authority of said district, is hereby granted all of the rights, powers, privileges, and immunities granted to political subdivisions for industrial, commercial, research, and economic development purposes, including but not limited to the power of taxation, the power to incur debt and issue revenue and general obligation bonds, certificates of indebtedness, bond and certificate anticipation notes, and refunding bonds, subject to the limitations hereinafter provided. B. The district created pursuant hereto shall be established for the primary object and purpose of promoting and encouraging industrial development to stimulate the economy through commerce, industry, and research and for the utilization and development of natural and human resources of the area by providing job opportunities. C. The boundaries of the district shall be coterminous with the boundaries of Lincoln Parish. Acts 1989, 2nd Ex. Sess., No. 16, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.293 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.293. Powers of district

RS 130.293 - Powers of district The district, acting by and through its board of commissioners, shall have and exercise all powers of a political subdivision necessary or convenient for the carrying out of its objects and purposes, including but not limited to rights and powers set out in this Subpart: (1) To sue and be sued. (2) To adopt, use, and alter at will a corporate seal. (3) To acquire by gift, grant, expropriation, purchase, or otherwise, all property, including rights-of-way; to hold and use any franchise or property, immovable, movable, or mixed, tangible or intangible, or any interest therein, necessary or desirable for carrying out the objects and purposes of the district, including but not limited to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of industrial parks, ports, harbors, and terminals. (4) To enter into contracts for the purchase, acquisition, construction, and improvement of works and facilities necessary in connection with the purposes of the district. (5) In its own name and on its behalf to incur debt and to issue general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, certificates, notes, and other evidences of indebtedness and to levy and cause to be collected ad valorem taxes as provided in this Subpart and as may be provided by general law. (6) To require and issue licenses with respect to its properties and facilities. (7) To regulate the imposition of fees and rental charges by the district for its facilities and services rendered by it. (8) To borrow money and pledge all or part of its revenues, leases, rents, or other advantages as security for such loans. (9) To appoint officers, agents, and employees, prescribe their duties, and fix their compensation. Acts 1989, 2nd Ex. Sess., No. 16, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.297 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.297. Securities

RS 130.297 - Securities Bonds, certificates, or other evidences of indebtedness issued by the district under this Subpart are deemed to be securities of public entities within the meaning of Chapters 13 and 13-A of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and shall be subject to defeasance in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 14 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and may be refunded in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 14-A and 15 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and may also be issued as short term revenue notes of a public entity under Chapter 15-A of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. Acts 1989, 2nd Ex. Sess., No. 16, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.298 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.298. Exemption from taxation

RS 130.298 - Exemption from taxation The district and all properties at any time owned by the district and the income therefrom and all bonds, certificates, and other evidences of indebtedness issued by the district under this Subpart and the interest or income therefrom shall be exempt from all taxation by the state of Louisiana. Acts 1989, 2nd Ex. Sess., No. 16, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 33:130.299 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 33 - Municipalities and Parishes|§130.299. General compliances; enhancement

RS 130.299 - General compliances; enhancement A. No provisions of this Subpart shall be construed so as to exempt the district from compliance with the provisions of Louisiana laws pertaining to open meetings, public records, fiscal agents, official journals, dual officeholding and employment, public bidding for the purchase of supplies and materials, and construction of public works, the Code of Governmental Ethics, the Right to Property in Article I, Section 4 of the Constitution of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Election Code. B. The district shall have the power and right to adopt a program or programs awarding contracts to, and establishing set-aside goals and preference procedures for the benefit of, businesses owned and operated by socially or economically disadvantaged persons in accordance with any of the provisions of R.S. 38:2233 and of Chapter 19 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, entitled "Louisiana Minority Business Enterprise Act". C. The financial records of the district shall be subject to audit pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 24:513. Acts 1989, 2nd Ex. Sess., No. 16, §1.