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Washington Parish Council - July 13, 2026
Published: Jul 13, 2026
Washington Parish Authorizes Incentives for Employees Completing CDL Training
The council approved a resolution authorizing a financial award for Washington Parish Government employees who successfully complete commercial driver's license (CDL) training through the Go Jobs program. This initiative aims to incentivize and reward employees for obtaining CDLs, with 15 employees participating in the training and passing their tests.
Washington Parish Council Discusses Proposed Ban on Hyperscale Data Centers Amidst Community Debate
The council heard a presentation and public comments regarding a proposed ordinance to ban hyperscale data centers in Washington Parish. The proposed ordinance aims to prevent the construction of these facilities within the parish. Public opinion was divided, with some expressing concerns about the potential negative impacts of data centers on rural communities, property values, and the environment, while others urged for careful consideration of economic opportunities. The council did not vote on this ordinance during this meeting, but it was a significant topic of discussion.
Washington Parish Celebrates Community Initiatives, Addresses Solar Facility Concerns
Councilmember Hayes shared updates on parish initiatives, including improvements at the Barnard Recreation Center, the dedication of the Washington Parish Civic Tree and Veterans Moral Park, and the Watermelon Festival. He also mentioned attending the National Association of Counties Annual Conference. He addressed concerns about solar facilities, emphasizing his role as economic development director was to present information, not recruit companies, and defended his actions regarding past projects, asserting they followed legal processes and were influenced by federal policy.
Washington and Tangipahoa Parishes to Share Costs for Cecil Payner Road Rehabilitation
The council approved a resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Tangipahoa Parish Government for the rehabilitation of Cecil Payner Road. This road is bisected by the parish line, and the agreement will allow both parishes to partner and split the cost of necessary repairs, addressing a drainage issue and a culvert that spans the border.
Washington Parish to Use Opioid Settlement Funds for Barnard Recreation Center Master Plan
The council approved a resolution authorizing the Washington Parish President to execute an agreement with RCL Architect LLC for site planning and conceptual design services for the Barnard Oral Recreation Center. The project will utilize Opioid Settlement Funds for these services, aiming to improve the facility through a master plan and design phase.
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