A parish zoning ordinance is at the heart of ongoing litigation involving the potential construction of a large grain elevator.
Previous convictions could be challenged pending the outcome of the hearing.
The state law was changed in 2021.
The city says employees will be rehired once a new fiscal agent is approved.
The new appraiser seems to enjoy support among the residents.
The prison says it has made substantial improvements to conditions and mental health care, but civil rights attorneys say prisoners are still suffering.
City officials say that FEMA regulations require them to rebid the project.
Studies show a more aggressive restriction would save thousands of lives.
Fears the lake would be permanently damaged by the project drove the conversation.
