The Vernon Parish Police Jury met May 11 for its regular meeting at the parish courthouse.

Jurors David Fox, Doug Roshong, and District Attorney Terry Lambright were absent from the meeting. Marvin Hilton led the prayer, while Quintin Thompson led the Pledge of Allegiance.

During public comments, Vernon Parish Building Inspector Billy McShan addressed recent legislation in Baton Rouge related to building inspections and housing regulations. Topics discussed included House Bill 1164, which would require gas detection devices in homes with gas appliances; House Bill 1026, concerning construction permit requirements; and Senate Bill 398, which addresses regulation of manufactured housing.

Chris Richardson also spoke to the jury regarding trash collection concerns.

Committee reports were presented by David Brister of the Road Maintenance and Construction Committee and Kenny Haymon of the Ways and Means Committee.

In new business, jurors approved a five-year cooperative agreement between the parish and the LSU AgCenter covering the years 2026 through 2031. The agreement provides annual funding of $27,013.37.

Following the reading of memorials, the jury authorized payment of invoices submitted through the Finance Committee before adjourning at 5:17 p.m.

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