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STATE LICENSING BOARD FOR CONTRACTORS

Commercial board Meeting MINUTES

February 16, 2012

The regular monthly meeting of the Board was called to order at 9:30 a.m. in the Conference Room of the Board’s office, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Members of the Board present: Byron Talbot, Chairman

Vic Weston, Vice Chairman

Lloyd “Chip” Badeaux

William Clouatre

George L. Crain, Jr.

Nelson A. “Andy” Dupuy, Jr.

August Gallo, Jr.

Danny Graham

Kenneth Jones

Donald G. Lambert

Lee Mallett

Mr. Art O. Walker

Mr. Courtney Fenet, Mr. Garland Meredith and Mr. Christopher Stuart were absent.

Finding a quorum present, the regular order of business began.

Also attending the meeting were: Michael B. McDuff, Executive Director; Judy Dupuy, Board Administrator, Judge Darrell White, Retired, Hearing Officer; Stephanie Laborde, Board Attorney; and from the staff, Bobbie Hughes, Doug Traylor, Lori Guthrie, Kelli Prudhomme, Debra Irwin, Bertha Jenkins, Mark Jones and Sharon Fabre; Compliance Director Brent Templet; Compliance Supervisor Lynwood Allemore; and Investigators, Chris Verges, Tommy Mimnaugh, Greg Perrin, Bobby Abraham and Johnny Rogers; and Keri Dupont, recording the minutes.

Mr. Andy Dupuy led the members and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Judge Darrell White gave the invocation.

Judge Darrell White then introduced himself, and advised those present of his duties.

A. A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert and was seconded by Mr. Weston to accept the Minutes of the January 19, 2012 regular meeting. The Motion passed.

B. Mr. Michael McDuff introduced special guests, Mr. Marc Palmer, Mr. Trent Hardin and Mr. Toby Garcia with the HGMP; Mr. Michael Demouy, with AGIC; and Mr. John Walters with the Associated Builders and Contractors.

NEW BUSINESS

C. QUALIFYING PARTY HEARING(S):

1. AGBAYANI CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION, New Iberia, Louisiana – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 43347 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against AGBAYANI CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION and asked if there was a representative present.

There was no response.

Ms. Laborde summarized the information in the file regarding the failure to timely replace the company’s Qualifying Party.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Graham to revoke the license of AGBAYANI CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION. The Motion passed.

2. B.M.J. CONCRETE AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, LLC, Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 55511 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde informed the Board that the proper proof of service had not been obtained and asked that the matter be passed.

3. DREAM WEAVER HOMES, LLC, Lafayette, Louisiana – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 88462 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde informed the Board that DREAM WEAVER HOMES, LLC wished to surrender its license.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Weston to accept the surrender of DREAM WEAVER HOMES, LLC’s license. The Motion passed.

4. FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALISTS INCORPORATED, Mobile, Alabama – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 24513 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALISTS INCORPORATED and asked if there was a representative present.

There was no response.

Ms. Laborde summarized the information in the file regarding the failure to timely replace the company’s Qualifying Party.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Weston to revoke the license FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALISTS INCORPORATED. The Motion passed.

5. GES, INC., Morton, Mississippi – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 33118 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against GES, INC. and asked if there was a representative present.

There was no response.

Ms. Laborde summarized the information in the file regarding the failure to timely replace the company’s Qualifying Party.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Weston to revoke the license of GES, INC. The Motion passed.

6. THE HATCH GROUP LLC, Hammond, Louisiana – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 53806 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde informed the Board that the proper proof of service had not been obtained and asked that the matter be passed

7. HUFFMAN BUILDERS, LP, Plano, Texas – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 44467 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against HUFFMAN BUILDERS, LP and asked if there was a representative present.

There was no response.

Ms. Laborde summarized the information in the file regarding the failure to timely replace the company’s Qualifying Party.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Weston to revoke the license of HUFFMAN BUILDERS, LP. The Motion passed.

8. MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS OF LOUISIANA, INC., Hot Springs, Arkansas – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 5376 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS OF LOUISIANA, INC., and asked if there was a representative present.

There was no response.

Ms. Laborde summarized the information in the file regarding the failure to timely replace the company’s Qualifying Party.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Weston to revoke the license of MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS OF LOUISIANA, INC. The Motion passed.

9. OMNI BUILDERS, INC., OF TEXAS, Riviera, Texas – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 47629 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against OMNI BUILDERS, INC., OF TEXAS, and asked if there was a representative present.

There was no response.

Ms. Laborde summarized the information in the file regarding the failure to timely replace the company’s Qualifying Party.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Weston to revoke the license of OMNI BUILDERS, INC., OF TEXAS. The Motion passed.

10. SABRE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE, LLC, Slingerlands, New York – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 250449 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde informed the Board that SABRE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE, LLC wished to surrender its license.

A Motion was made by Mr. Jones which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to accept the surrender of SABRE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE, LLC’s license. The Motion passed.

11. TECHNIP USA, INC. OF TEXAS, Houston, Texas – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 14646 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board. *

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against TECHNIP USA, INC. OF TEXAS, and asked if there was a representative present. There was no response.

Ms. Laborde summarized the information in the file regarding the failure to timely replace the company’s Qualifying Party.

A Motion was made by Mr. Weston which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to revoke the license of TECHNIP USA, INC. OF TEXAS. The Motion passed.

12. TETRA TECH EC, INC., Lakewood, Colorado – Consideration of suspending or revoking Louisiana contractor’s license number 42908 since the qualifying party terminated employment with this firm and the firm has not replaced the qualifying party despite sixty (60) days elapsing. La. R.S. 37:2156.1, Sec. 103 Rules and Regulations of the Board. **

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against TETRA TECH EC, INC., and asked if there was a representative present. There was no response.

Ms. Laborde summarized the information in the file regarding the failure to timely replace the company’s Qualifying Party.

A Motion was made by Mr. Weston which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to revoke the license of TETRA TECH EC, INC. The Motion passed.

D. JUDGMENT HEARING(S):

1. a) APEX CONSTRUCTORS, LLC, Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having an unpaid judgment which was rendered by the Justice of the Peace Court, Ward 3, District 2, No. 11-07-27607, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on September2,2011, in which Apex Constructors, LLC., f/k/a Donnie Jarreau Construction, LLC, holder of commercial contractor’s license number 28771 and residential contractor’s license number 81092 (in “Inactive Status” as of August 29, 2011), was ordered to pay in the full sum of $2,282.50 together with legal interest from date of judicial demand until paid and for all costs of these proceedings in favor of R. B. Electric Co., Inc. La. R.S. 37:2150-2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against APEX CONSTRUCTORS, LLC and asked if there was a representative present.

*This action should have read as removing the classification of Electrical Work (Statewide) for failure to replace the qualifying party for this classification.

** This action should have read as removing the classifications of Hazardous Materials Cleanup and Removal and of Hazardous Materials Site Remediation for failure to replace the qualifying party for these classifications.

Mr. John Mclindon appeared on behalf of Ralph Dyer, qualifying party for APEX CONSTRUCTORS, LLC. and was sworn in.

Ms. Theresa Cop appeared on behalf of the Judgment Creditor.

Ms. Laborde offered the Judgment into evidence, which was admitted into the record by Judge White.

Mr. McLindon stated that APEX CONSTRUCTORS, LLC was no longer in business and had no objection to the license being revoked.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Graham to revoke the license of APEX CONSTRUCTORS, LLC. The Motion passed.

b) APEX SOLUTIONS USA, LLC, Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having a unpaid judgment which was rendered by the 19th Judicial District Court, No. 497263, Sec. 24, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on July 11, 2007, in which Construction and Maintenance Services, Inc. and Mr. Ralph F. Dyer, as one of the officers and the only qualifying party for Apex Solutions USA, L.L.C., holder of commercial contractor’s license number 44242, and residential contractor’s license number 87778, plus the only qualifying party for Apex Constructors, LLC., f/k/a Donnie Jarreau Construction, LLC, holder of commercial contractor’s license number 28771 and residential contractor’s license number 81092 (in “Inactive Status” as of August 29, 2011), were ordered to pay in the full sum of $55,662.63 together with legal interest from judicial demand until paid, along with $500.00 in attorney’s fees and for all costs of these proceedings in favor of State Lumber & Supply Co., Inc. La. R.S. 37:2150-2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against APEX SOLUTIONS USA, LLC and asked if there was a representative present.

Mr. John McLindon appeared on behalf of Ralph Dyer and informed the Board that Mr. Dyer had resigned as the qualifying party.

Ms. Theresa Cop appeared on behalf of the Judgment Creditor.

Ms. Laborde offered the Judgment into evidence, which was admitted into the record by Judge White.

APEX SOLUTIONS USA, LLC was granted 60 days to substitute a qualifying party.

2. BOB WEB ELECTRIC, INC., Ruston, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having an unpaid judgment which was rendered by the Second Judicial District Court, No. 31,810, Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, on November 16, 2009 in which Bob Webb Electric, Inc., holder of commercial contractor’s license number 37097, was ordered to pay in the principal amount of SEVENTY-FIVE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED SIX DOLLARS AND 29/100 ($75,706.29) plus attorney’s fees in the amount of $5,000.00, interest at the legal rate from the date of judicial demand until paid, and all costs of this proceeding in favor of Summers Group, Inc. La. R.S. 37:2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against BOB WEB ELECTRIC, INC and asked if there was a representative present.

No representative was present.

Mr. Frank White appeared on behalf of the Judgment Creditor.

Ms. Laborde offered the Judgment into evidence, which was admitted into the record by Judge White.

Mr. White requested a 60-day order to satisfy the Judgment.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to give BOB WEB ELECTRIC, INC., 60 days to satisfy the Judgment or immediate license revocation. The Motion passed.

3. COASTAL SHORING, LLC, Jefferson, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having a unpaid judgment which was rendered by the Civil District Court, No. 2011-9267, Div. M-13, Parish of Orleans, State of Louisiana, on October 27, 2011, in which Jeri Kershenstine, Member, and Costal Shoring, LLC, holder of commercial contractor’s license number 48177, and residential contractor’s license number 880958, were ordered to pay a refund of their initial deposit of $50,000.00, and court cost in the amount of $556.50 and legal interest from the date of judicial demand in favor of Floyd and Lenna McField. La. R.S. 37:2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Matter has been continued.

4. CORNERSTONE CONSTRUCTION OF LA, LLC, Denham Springs, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having an unpaid judgment which was rendered by the City of Baton Rouge, No. 11-07866-E, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on October 6, 2011, in which Cara J. Lambert, Gene Joseph Lambert, and Cornerstone Construction of LA, LLC, holder of commercial contractor’s license number 45665, and residential contractor’s license number 87401, were ordered to pay in the full sum of $2,959.33, together with service charges of $289.02 as of August 25, 2011, plus additional service charges of 1.5% per month from August 26, 2011 until paid, reasonable attorney’s fees equal to 25% of the principal and interest and for all costs of these proceedings in favor of Ed Price Building Materials, Inc. La. R.S. 37:2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against CORNERSTONE CONSTRUCTION OF LA, LLC and asked if there was a representative present.

No representative was present.

Mr. Brad Prietz and Mr. Gene Lambert appeared on behalf of the Judgment Creditor.

Ms. Laborde offered the Judgment into evidence, which was admitted into the record by Judge White.

Mr. Lambert requested a 30-day order to satisfy the Judgment since a check had been receieved that morning.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Lambert for Mr. Gene Lambert to notify the Board of the check clearing the bank. If the check does not clear there will be an immediate revocation of CORNERSTONE CONSTRUCTION OF LA, LLC’s license. The Motion passed.

5. PELICAN STATE CONSTRUCTION, INC., Baker, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having an unpaid judgment which was rendered by the 19th Judicial District Court, No. 559032, Sec. D, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on April 26, 2011, in which Cindy S. Ferrara, Custom Homes of Louisiana, L.L.C. and Pelican State Construction, Inc., holder of commercial contractor’s license number 24379, and residential contractor’s license number 84659, were ordered to pay in the full sum of $6,710.99, together with 18% interest thereon from date due until paid 25% attorney’s fees, and for all costs of the proceedings. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED, ADJUDGED AND DECREED that the lien filed by McConnell Brick & Block Company, Inc. on May 29, 2007, located at Original 151 Bundle 11954, with the Clerk of Court and Recorder of Mortgages in and for East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, be recognized as bearing against the following described property Lot 59 Cooper Mill Golf Community, Second Filing, located in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, and having as its municipal address: 2887 Murifield, Zachary, Louisiana, and that the property be, in due course, seized and sold, and the proceeds therefrom be applied in payment of the claim of plaintiff, McConnell Brick & Block Company, Inc. in preference of all others and for all costs of these proceedings in favor of McConnell Brick & Block Company, Inc. La. R.S. 37:2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde informed the Board that the Board received a letter asking for the matter to be continued until next month’s meeting.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Graham to grant the continuance. The Motion passed.

6. DONALD M. NELSON, St. Martinville, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having an unpaid judgment which was rendered by the 16th Judicial District Court, No. 73911, Parish of St. Martin, State of Louisiana, on November 19, 2008, in which Bradcourt Construction & Electrical, LLC and Mr. Nelson, holder of commercial contractor’s license number 34990, were ordered to pay in the principal amount of THIRTY-NINE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED THIRTY-FIVE DOLLARS AND 89/100 ($39,935.89), plus attorney’s fees in the amount of TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS AND 00/100, ($2,000.00), service charges on each unpaid invoice commencing on the twentieth day of the month following the month of the invoice at the per annum rate of 24%, and all costs of the proceedings in favor of Summers Group, Inc. La. R. S. 37:2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against DONALD M. NELSON and asked if there was a representative present.

Mr. Donald Nelson was present and sworn in.

Mr. Frank White appeared on behalf of the Judgment Creditor.

Ms. Laborde offered the Judgment into evidence, which was admitted into the record by Judge White.

Mr. Nelson made a statement to the Board.

Mr. Nelson requested a 90-day order to satisfy the Judgment, which was accepted by Mr. White.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Graham to give DONALD M. NELSON 90 days to satisfy the Judgment or immediate license revocation. The Motion passed.

7. PRECISION CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE, LLC, Gretna, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having an unpaid judgment which was rendered by the Second Parish Court, No. 111-330, Div. B, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, on September 12, 2011, in which Craig Trahan and Precision Construction and Maintenance, LLC, holder of commercial contractor’s license number 46868 and residential contractor’s license number 88602, were ordered to pay jointly, severally and in solido in the principal amount of TWO THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED SIXTY DOLLARS AND 92/100 ($2,960.92) plus interest on each invoice at the per annum rate of 18% commencing on the final day of the month following the month of the invoice until paid, attorney’s fees in the amount of 25% of principal balance, and all costs of court including the cost to file the liens and the cost of the private process server in favor of Southern Pipe & Supply Company, Inc. La. R.S. 37:2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against PRECISION CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE, LLC and asked if there was a representative present.

No representative was present.

Mr. Frank White appeared on behalf of the Judgment Creditor.

Ms. Laborde offered the Judgment into evidence, which was admitted into the record by Judge White.

Mr. White requested a 60-day order to satisfy the Judgment.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to give PRECISION CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE, LLC 60 days to satisfy the Judgment or immediate license revocation. The Motion passed.

8. SER DEVELOPMENT, LLC, Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having an unpaid judgment which was rendered by the City Court, No. 2010-004212, Sec. B, City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on August 8, 2011, in which Ser Development, LLC, holder of commercial contractor’s license number 45592 and suspended residential contractor’s license number 88925, was ordered to pay in the principal amount of FOUR THOUSAND SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLARS AND 20/100 ($4,075.20) plus interest on each invoice at the per annum rate of 18% commencing on the final day of the month following the month of the invoice until paid, attorney’s fees in the amount of ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00) and all costs of court including the cost of the private process server. This judgment is joint, several and in solido with any judgment granted against Steven E. Ring, II in this matter in favor of Southern Pipe & Supply Company, Inc. This hearing is being held under the authority of Louisiana R. S. 37:2158, Paragraph B (1) and 2162 of the Contractors’ Licensing Law and are hereby commanded to appear at said hearing to present such evidence. La. R. S. 37:2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against SER DEVELOPMENT, LLC, and asked if there was a representative present.

No representative was present.

Mr. Frank White appeared on behalf of the Judgment Creditor.

Ms. Laborde offered the Judgment, which was admitted into the record by Judge White.

Mr. White informed the Board he had not been able to reach an agreement with SER DEVELOPMENT, LLC.

A Motion was made by Mr. Gallo which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to revoke the license of SER DEVELOPMENT, LLC. The Motion passed.

9. KIRK D. WHITFIELD, Pearl River, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having an unpaid judgment which was rendered by the 22nd Judicial District Court, No. 2010-11264 (D), Parish of St. Tammany, State of Louisiana, on March 22, 2011, in which Whitfield’s Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC, and Kirk Whitfield, Sr., holder of commercial contractor’s license number 35261, were ordered to pay jointly, severally, and in solido in the principal amount of TWENTY-ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED SEVENTY-NINE DOLLARS AND 36/100 ($21,779.36) plus service charges at the per annum rate of 18% on each unpaid invoice from the twenty-fifth day of the month following the month of the invoice until paid, attorney’s fees of $3,500.00, and all costs of court in favor of Jackson Supply Company. La. R.S. 37:2192, Sec. 115 (C) Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde read the allegations against KIRK D. WHITFIELD and asked if there was a representative present.

Mr. Kirk Whitfield appeared and was sworn in.

Mr. Frank White appeared on behalf of the Judgment Creditor.

Ms. Laborde offered the Judgment into evidence, which was admitted into the record by Judge White.

Mr. Whitfield made a statement to the Board.

Mr. White requested a 90-day order to satisfy the Judgment.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to give KIRK D. WHITFIELD 90 days to satisfy the Judgment or immediate license revocation. The Motion passed.

E. COMPLIANCE HEARING(S):

1. a) WILBROS CONSTRUCTION (U.S.), LLC., Houston, Texas – Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into multiple contracts with multiple unlicensed contractors to perform work, at but not limited to, Enterprise Acadian Gas Pipeline project ($23,696.80).

CORRECTION: The amount of the WILBROS CONSTRUCTION (U.S.), LLC project is incorrectly listed as$23,696.80 on the agenda, which should read $ 23, 696, 811.00.

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against WILBROS CONSTRUCTION (U.S.), LLC. and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Jeffery Boudreaux, attorney, appeared on behalf of WILBROS CONSTRUCTION (U.S.), LLC.

Mr. Boudreaux made a settlement offer to the Board.

Mr. Crain recused himself.

Mr. Mallet made a Motion which was seconded by Mr. Jones to reject the offer from WILBROS CONSTRUCTION (U.S.), LLC. The Motion passed.

Mr. Boudreaux presented the Board with a revised settlement offer from WILBROS CONSTRUCTION (U.S.), LLC.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Jones to accept the offer. The Motion passed.

b) SOUTHEASTERN CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT CO., LLC, Sweetwater, Tennessee – Consideration of an alleged violation for acting as a contractor by bidding and contracting to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Enterprise Acadian Gas Pipeline project ($6,366,160.00), Rapides and Red River Parish, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against SOUTHEASTERN CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT CO., LLC and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Steven Ramos, attorney, appeared on behalf of SOUTHEASTERN CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT CO., LLC.

Ms. Hughes informed the Board that SOUTHEASTERN CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT CO., LLC had made a settlement offer and had obtained the proper licensing with the Board.

Mr. Lambert made a Motion which was seconded by Mr. Jones to reject the offer from SOUTHEASTERN CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT CO., LLC. The Motion passed.

Mr. Ramos presented the Board with a revised settlement offer.

A Motion was made by Mr. Badeaux which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the revised offer.

c) LANEY, INC., Houston, Texas – Consideration of an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Enterprise Acadian Gas Pipeline project ($3,551,095.00), Rapides and Red River Parish, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes presented the Board with a settlement offer from LANEY, INC.

Mr. Lambert made a Motion which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to reject the offer from LANEY, INC. The Motion passed.

d) J&M BAGGING AND SALES, LLC., Eupora, Mississippi – Consideration of an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Enterprise Acadian Gas Pipeline project ($2,612,874.00), Rapides and Red River Parish, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against J&M BAGGING AND SALES, LLC and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Steven Ramos, attorney, appeared on behalf of J&M BAGGING AND SALES, LLC.

Ms. Hughes presented the Board with a settlement offer from J&M BAGGING AND SALES, LLC.

A Motion was made by Mr. Badeaux which was seconded by Mr. Graham to accept the offer.

Mr. Lambert made a substitute Motion to reject the offer from J&M BAGGING AND SALES, LLC which was seconded by Mr. Jones. The Motion passed.

Mr. Ramos presented the Board with a revised settlement offer.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Jones to accept the revised offer.

e) M&M PIPELINE SERVICES, LLC, Eupora, Mississippi – Consideration of an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Enterprise Acadian Gas Pipeline project ($2,340,640.00), Rapides and Red River Parish, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160(A)(1).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against M&M PIPELINE SERVICES, LLC and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Steven Ramos, attorney, appeared on behalf of M&M PIPELINE SERVICES, LLC.

Ms. Hughes presented the Board with a settlement offer from M&M PIPELINE SERVICES, LLC.

A Motion was made by Mr. Badeaux which was seconded by Mr. Graham to accept the offer.

Mr. Lambert made a substitute Motion to reject the offer from M&M PIPELINE SERVICES, LLC which was seconded by Mr. Gallo. The Motion passed.

Mr. Ramos presented the Board with a revised settlement offer.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Jones to accept the revised offer.

2. THE JEFFERSON GROUP, LLC, New Orleans, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for residential construction and/or performing home improvement contracting services without possessing a State Residential Building License and/or a State Home Improvement Registration, at but not limited to, 2018 Law Street ($119,090.00), New Orleans, and 3116 Sweetgum ($160,000.00), Harvey, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2167 (A), La. R.S. 37:2175.2 (A).

Item continued until the March meeting.

3. THE JEFFERSON GROUP, LLC, New Orleans, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, 2627 Milan Street ($27,000.00), New Orleans, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Item continued until the March meeting.

4. a) BRC & ASSOCIATES, LLC, Marrero, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for permitting its contractor’s license to be used by another when the other contractor does not hold a license for the classification of work for which the contract is entered, at but not limited to, 209 Dale Street ($123,000.00), Gretna, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(5).

Ms. Hughes stated that the proper service had not been obtained and asked for a continuance.

b) JANET CONSTRUCTION, LLC, St. Rose, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for residential construction and/or performing home improvement contracting services without possessing a State Residential Building License, at but not limited to, 209 Dale Street ($123,000.00), Gretna, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2167 (A).

Ms. Hughes stated that proper service had not been obtained and asked for a continuance.

5. PATTTERSON STRUCTURAL MOVING AND SHORING, LLC, New Orleans, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contract with an unlicensed contractor to perform work, at but not limited to, 3120 St. Bernard Avenue ($156,700.00), New Orleans, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(4).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against PATTTERSON STRUCTURAL MOVING AND SHORING, LLC and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Lambert and Mr. Dupuy recused themselves.

Mr. Jeremy Patterson appeared, was sworn in, and entered a no contest plea.

A Motion was made by Mr. Gallo which was seconded by Mr. Weston to accept the plea. The Motion passed.

Mr. Patterson made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Weston which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to fine PATTTERSON STRUCTURAL MOVING AND SHORING, LLC $1000.00, court costs and 6 months probation. The Motion passed.

6. TSD BUILDERS, INC., New Orleans, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for residential construction or performing home improvements without possessing a Louisiana State Residential Contracting license, at but not limited to, the locations of 7531 Sandy Cove Drive ($160,000.00), 4019 Clematis Street ($130,000.00), 1506 Jourdan Avenue ($121,200.00), 6019 Arts Street ($130,000.00), 4914 Werner Drive ($122,600.00), and 4926 Nighthart ($156,700.00), New Orleans, Louisiana. ($820,500.00) La. R.S. 37:2167 (A).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against TSD BUILDERS, INC. and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Lambert and Mr. Dupuy recused themselves.

Mr. Timothy Dubuclet appeared, was sworn in and entered a no contest plea.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the plea. The Motion passed.

Ms. Laborde asked Mr. Dubuclet if he wished to waive service to include the 3120 St. Charles Avenue matter set for hearing next month.

Mr. Dubuclet waived notice.

A Motion was made by Mr. Gallo which was seconded by Mr. Graham to expand the agenda to include the 3120 St. Charles Avenue matter set for hearing next month. The Motion passed.

Mr. Timothy Dubuclet entered an additional no contest plea.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the plea. The Motion passed.

Mr. Dubuclet made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to fine TSD BUILDERS, INC $1000.00, and court costs. If a license is obtained within 30 days, the $1000.00 fine will be suspended. The Motion passed.

7. JCJ INDUSTRIES, INC., New Orleans, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for residential construction and/or performing home improvement contracting services without possessing a State Residential Building License, at but not limited to, 5815 Franklin Avenue, 6316 Douglas Street, and 6438 Urville ($632,919.00), New Orleans, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2167 (A).

Mr. Dupuy recused himself.

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against JCJ INDUSTRIES, INC., and asked if a representative was present.

No representative was present.

Ms. Laborde called Mr. Lynwood Allemore, Investigator, to the stand.

Ms. Laborde reviewed the exhibit book with Mr. Allemore, and asked that it be entered into the record.

Judge White accepted the exhibit book into the record.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to find JCJ INDUSTRIES, INC. in violation. The Motion passed.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to fine JCJ INDUSTRIES, INC. the maximum fine, court costs and to refer the matter to the Attorney General’s Office. The Motion passed.

8. CARLOS RODRIGUEZ D/B/A ROCKS SHORING & SOUTHERN ELEVATION, Houston, Texas – Consideration of an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, 3824 West Louisiana Street ($28,000.00), Kenner, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Item passed for improper service.

9. KEVIN CASIDE D/B/A KEVIN CASIDE CONSTRUCTION, Kenner, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for performing home improvement contracting services without possessing a State Home Improvement Registration, at but not limited to, 509 Evans Drive ($30,000.00), Marrero, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2175.2 (A).

Item passed for improper service.

10. LIBRA-TECH CORPORATION, Argyle, Texas – Consideration of an alleged violation for bidding or performing commercial construction without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Jackson Parish Library Renovation ($74,746.00), Jonesboro, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2163 (A)(4).

Ms. Hughes presented the Board with a settlement offer on behalf of LIBRA-TECH CORPORATION.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Dupuy to accept the offer from LIBRA-TECH CORPORATION. The Motion passed.

11. a) FOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION & COMPANY, Traverse City, Michigan – Consideration of an alleged violation for bidding or performing commercial construction without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Repentance Park and Fountain ($633,500.00), Baton Rouge, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2163 (A)(4).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against FOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION & COMPANY and asked if a representative was present.

No representative was present.

Ms. Laborde called Ms. Marianne Sullivan, Investigator, to the stand where she was sworn in.

Ms. Laborde reviewed the exhibit book with Ms. Sullivan, and asked that it be entered into the record.

Judge White accepted the exhibit book into the record.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to find FOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION & COMPANY in violation. The Motion passed.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to fine FOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION & COMPANY the maximum fine and court costs. The Motion passed.

b) FREEPORT FOUNTAINS, LLC, Sanford, Florida – Consideration of an alleged violation for bidding or performing commercial construction without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Repentance Park and Fountain ($781,349.00), Baton Rouge, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2163 (A)(4).

Ms. Hughes presented the Board with a settlement offer on behalf of FREEPORT FOUNTAINS, LLC.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Dupuy to accept the offer from FREEPORT FOUNTAINS, LLC. The Motion passed.

12. a) FC COX CONSTRUCTION, LLC D/B/A FC COX CONSTRUCTION, INC., Jackson, Tennessee – Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contract to perform work in the “unlicensed name” and permitting its contractor’s license to be used by another when the other contractor does not hold a license for the classification of work for which the contract is entered, at but not limited to, Fred’s Store project ($970,000.00), Haughton, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(5), Sec. 109 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against FC COX CONSTRUCTION, LLC D/B/A FC COX CONSTRUCTION, INC., and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Cole Smith, attorney, appeared on behalf of FC COX CONSTRUCTION, LLC D/B/A FC COX CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Mr. Flint Cox appeared on behalf of FC COX CONSTRUCTION, LLC D/B/A FC COX CONSTRUCTION, INC. and was sworn in.

Mr. Smith advised the Board that he previously submitted a settlement offer on behalf of FC COX CONSTRUCTION, LLC D/B/A FC COX CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Mr. Bobby Abraham, Investigator, was called to the stand where he was sworn in.

Mr. Abraham was questioned by the Board.

Mr. Smith adjusted the settlement offer on behalf of FC COX CONSTRUCTION, LLC D/B/A FC COX CONSTRUCTION, INC.

A counter offer was made by Mr. Clouatre to accept the offer with the addition of 6 months probation.

The counter offer was accepted by Mr. Smith and Mr. Cox.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Graham to accept the amended settlement offer from FC COX CONSTRUCTION, LLC D/B/A FC COX CONSTRUCTION, INC. which includes 6 months probation. The Motion passed.

b) FIRST CHOICE PROPERTY & DEVELOPMENT, Humboldt, Tennessee – Consideration of an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Fred’s Store project ($970,000.00), Haughton, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against FIRST CHOICE PROPERTY & DEVELOPMENT, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Cole Smith, attorney appeared on behalf of FIRST CHOICE PROPERTY & DEVELOPMENT.

Mr. Flint Cox also appeared on behalf of FIRST CHOICE PROPERTY & DEVELOPMENT.

Mr. Smith advised the Board that he previously submitted a settlement offer on behalf FIRST CHOICE PROPERTY & DEVELOPMENT.

A Motion was made by Mr. Badeaux which was seconded by Mr. Graham to accept the settlement offer from FIRST CHOICE PROPERTY & DEVELOPMENT. The Motion passed.

c) D&J PIERCE INCORPORATED, Shreveport, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contract with an unlicensed contractor to perform work in the “unlicensed name”, at but not limited to, Fred’s Store project ($33,537.32), Haughton, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(4), Sec. 109 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Laborde informed the Board that the matter had been continued.

d) AMERICAN AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING OF LA. INC., Bossier City, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contract with an unlicensed contractor to perform work, at but not limited to, Fred’s Store project ($77,460.00), Haughton, Louisiana La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(4).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against AMERICAN AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING OF LA. INC., and advised the Board she had received a settlement offer.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Mallet to accept the settlement offer from AMERICAN AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING OF LA. INC. The Motion passed.

e) S & S MASONRY, INC., Pineville, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contract with an unlicensed contractor to perform work, at but not limited to, Fred’s Store project ($33,500.00), Haughton, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(4).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against S & S MASONRY, INC, and asked if a representative was present.

No representative was present.

Ms. Laborde called Mr. Bobby Abraham, Investigator, to the stand.

Mr. Abraham briefed the Board of his findings.

Ms. Laborde reviewed the exhibit book with Mr. Abraham, and asked that it be entered into the record.

Judge White accepted the exhibit book into the record.

A Motion was made by Mr. Graham which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to find S & S MASONRY, INC. in violation. The Motion passed.

A Motion was made by Mr. Graham which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to fine S & S MASONRY, INC. the maximum penalty plus court costs. The Motion passed.

f) RIVER CITY FIRE PROTECTION, INC., Shreveport, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contract with an unlicensed contractor to perform work, at but not limited to, Fred’s Store project ($21,568.00), Haughton, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(4).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against RIVER CITY FIRE PROTECTION, INC, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Delbert Thompson, appeared on behalf of RIVER CITY FIRE PROTECTION, INC., was sworn in, and denied the allegations.

Ms. Laborde called Mr. Bobby Abraham, Investigator, to the stand.

Ms. Laborde reviewed the exhibit book with Mr. Abraham, and asked that it be entered into the record.

Judge White accepted the exhibit book into the record.

Mr. Thompson made a statement to the Board and changed his plea to no contest.

A Motion was made by Mr. Weston which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the plea.

A Motion was made by Mr. Badeaux which was seconded by Mr. Dupuy to fine RIVER CITY FIRE PROTECTION, INC. court costs only. The Motion passed.

g) HARRIS ELECTRIC, INC., Theodore, Alabama - Consideration of an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Fred’s Store project ($102,800.00), Haughton, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against HARRIS ELECTRIC, INC, and asked if a representative was present.

No representative was present.

Ms. Laborde called Mr. Bobby Abraham, Investigator, to the stand.

Ms. Laborde reviewed the exhibit book with Mr. Abraham, and asked that it be entered into the record.

Judge White accepted the exhibit book into the record.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Graham to find HARRIS ELECTRIC, INC in violation. The Motion passed.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Mallet to fine HARRIS ELECTRIC, INC. the maximum penalty plus court costs. The Motion passed.

h) W. H. CONTRACTING, INC., West Monroe, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contact with an unlicensed contractor, at but not limited to, Fred’s Store project ($54,000.00), Haughton, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(4).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against W. H. CONTRACTING, INC., and advised the Board that she had received a settlement offer.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Mallet to accept the settlement offer from W. H. CONTRACTING, INC. The Motion passed.

13. a) ANTHONY BRENT RICHARD D/B/A BRENT RICHARD CONSTRUCTION, Jennings, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into multiple contracts with unlicensed contractors and used the “unlicensed name” to perform work, at but not limited to, Basile Family Healthcare and Pharmacy project, ($275,000.00), Basile, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(4), Sec. 109 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against ANTHONY BRENT RICHARD D/B/A BRENT RICHARD CONSTRUCTION, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Anthony Richard, appeared on behalf of ANTHONY BRENT RICHARD D/B/A BRENT RICHARD CONSTRUCTION was sworn in and entered a plea of no contest.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the plea.

Mr. Richard made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Graham which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to dismiss the matter. The Motion passed.

b) JEFF DUNAGAN, Jennings, Louisiana - Consideration an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Basile Family Healthcare and Pharmacy project, ($275,000.00), Basile, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against JEFF DUNAGAN, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Jeff Dunagan, appeared, was sworn in, and entered a plea of no contest.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the plea.

Mr. Dunagan made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Graham which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to dismiss the matter. The Motion passed.

14. a) MILLENNIUM BUILDERS, INC., Lafayette, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contract with an unlicensed contractor to perform work, at but not limited to, Tenant Lease Building project, 1117 S. Hugh Wallace Road ($200,000.00), Lafayette, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(4).

Item has been continued.

b) ISAAC NAVARRE, Lafayette, Louisiana - Consideration an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, Tenant Lease Building project, 1117 S. Hugh Wallace Road ($87,858.68), Lafayette, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against ISAAC NAVARRE, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Isaac Navarre, appeared, was sworn in, and entered a plea of no contest.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Walker to accept the plea.

Mr. Navarre made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Graham to dismiss the matter. The Motion passed.

15. COMPASS VENTURES UNLIMITED, LLC, New Orleans, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violations for performing work not included in the classification under which its State commercial license was issued, at but not limited to, St. John The Baptist Parish Housing Authority project ($284,228.54), LaPlace, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2159 (B).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against COMPASS VENTURES UNLIMITED, LLC, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Bruce Shreeves, attorney, appeared on behalf of COMPASS VENTURES UNLIMITED, LLC. and entered a plea of no contest.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Lambert to accept the plea.

Ms. Laborde asked that the exhibit books be entered into the record since the documents were referenced during testimony.

Judge White accepted the exhibit books into the record.

A Motion was made by Mr. Weston which was seconded by Mr. Mallet to fine COMPASS VENTURES UNLIMITED, LLC $500.00 administrative costs, plus 6 months probation. The Motion passed.

16. JACK HAMILTON, Harvey, Louisiana - Consideration an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, 637 Westbank Expressway, ($170,300.00), Westwego, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against JACK HAMILTON, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Jack Hamilton appeared and asked the Board for a continuance.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to grant a 60-day continuance. The Motion passed.

17. GLENIS WAYNE BROOKS D/B/A GLEN’S ELECTRIC AND SECURITY, Franklinton, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contract in the “unlicensed name” to perform work, at but not limited to, Temple Inland Paper Mill project, ($127,280.00), Basile, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2150-2192, Sec. 109 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against GLENIS WAYNE BROOKS D/B/A GLEN’S ELECTRIC AND SECURITY, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Glenis Brooks, appeared, was sworn in, and entered a plea of no contest.

A Motion was made by Mr. Weston which was seconded by Mr. Badeaux to accept the plea.

Mr. Brooks made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to dismiss the matter. The Motion passed.

18. PHILIP LANCE DOVE D/B/A THE DOVE GROUP, LLC, St. Amant, Louisiana - Consideration of an alleged violation for entering into a contract in the “unlicensed name” to perform work, at but not limited to, Another Broken Egg Restaurant project ($112,600.00) 2531 Citiplace, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2150-2192, Sec. 109 Rules and Regulations of the Board.

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against PHILIP LANCE DOVE D/B/A THE DOVE GROUP, LLC, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Phillip Dove and Mr. Brett Dove, appeared, were sworn in, and entered a plea of no contest.

A Motion was made by Mr. Weston which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the plea.

Mr. Dove made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Gallo which was seconded by Mr. Lambert to dismiss the matter. The Motion passed.

F. ACT 725 – SETTLEMENT OFFER(S):

1. LEE CREWS D/B/A LEE CREWS ELECTRIC, Bossier City, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for bidding and/or contracting to perform electrical work in excess of $10,000.00 without a license to contract or perform such work, at but not limited to, 2032 Pepper Ridge, Shreveport, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes presented the Board with a settlement offer on behalf of LEE CREWS D/B/A LEE CREWS ELECTRIC.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Gallo to accept the settlement offer. The Motion passed.

OLD BUSINESS

G. COMPLIANCE HEARING/CONTINUANCE(S):

a) MICKEY JEROME LEWIS, Choudrant, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for permitting your contractor’s license to be used by another when the other contractor does not hold a license for the classification of work for which the contract is entered, at but not limited to, 2719 Martha Street ($82,158.31), Simsboro, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(5).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against MICKEY JEROME LEWIS, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Mickey Lewis, appeared, was sworn in, and entered a plea of no contest.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the plea.

Mr. Lewis made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Graham fine MICKEY JEROME LEWIS $1000.00 plus court costs. The Motion passed.

b) SCOTT VAN BUREN D/B/A PYRAMID CONSTRUCTION, Ruston, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for acting as a contractor to perform work without possessing a Louisiana State contractor’s license, at but not limited to, 2719 Martha Street ($82,158.31), Simsboro, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2160 (A)(1).

Ms. Hughes read the allegations against SCOTT VAN BUREN D/B/A PYRAMID CONSTRUCTION, and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Scott Van Buren, appeared, was sworn in and entered a plea of no contest.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the plea.

Mr. Scott Van Buren made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Graham fine SCOTT VAN BUREN D/B/A PYRAMID CONSTRUCTION $1000.00 plus court costs. The Motion passed.

H. COMPLIANCE HEARING(S) – RECONSIDERATION OF PENALTY:

1. CELEBRITY CONTRACTORS, INC., Harvey, Louisiana – Consideration of an alleged violation for having problems relating to the ability of the contractor, its qualifying party, or any of its principal owners or principal shareholders to engage in the business of contracting, as demonstrated by their prior contracting business experience, at but not limited to, 3845 Red Cedar ($156,515.00), Harvey, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(9).

DECISION & CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSED AT THE JANUARY 19, 2012 COMMERCIAL BOARD:

A Motion was made by Mr. Mallet which was seconded by Mr. Badeaux to find CELEBRITY CONTRACTORS, INC. in violation. The Motion passed. A Motion was made by Mr. Mallet which was seconded by Mr. Badeaux to revoke the license of CELEBRITY CONTRACTORS, INC. The Motion passed.

Ms. Hughes read the correspondence from CELEBRITY CONTRACTORS, INC asking for the Board to reconsider the penalty previously assessed.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Weston to deny the request from CELEBRITY CONTRACTORS, INC. The Motion passed.

2. C & C GENERAL CONTRACTORS, MISS. INC., Harvey, Louisiana – On October 20, 2011, the Board considered an alleged violation for permitting its contractor’s license to be used by another contractor, at but not limited to, 2801 Holiday Drive and 4718 Perelli Drive, New Orleans, Louisiana. La. R.S. 37:2158 (A)(5).

DECISION & CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSED AT THE OCTOBER 20, 2011 COMMERCIAL BOARD:

A Motion was made by Mr. Weston and was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to accept the plea. The Motion passed. A Motion was made by Mr. Weston and was seconded by Mr. Stuart to fine C&C GENERAL CONTRACTORS, MISS. INC. $1000.00 per project, court costs, and six months’ probation. The Motion passed.

DECISION & CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSED AT THE JANUARY 19, 2012 COMMERCIAL BOARD:

A Motion was made by Mr. Meredith which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to grant the request for reconsideration. The Motion passed. A Motion was made by Mr. Meredith which was seconded by Mr. Lambert to revoke the license of C & C GENERAL CONTRACTORS, MISS. INC. The Motion passed.

Ms. Hughes informed the Board of a reconsideration request from C & C GENERAL CONTRACTORS, MISS. INC. and asked if a representative was present.

Mr. Charles White appeared and made a statement to the Board.

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to reinstate the license of C & C GENERAL CONTRACTORS, MISS. INC. with the provision that C & C GENERAL CONTRACTORS, MISS. INC. comply with the previously imposed probation. The Motion passed.

I. COMMITTEE REPORTS:

1. Report from the Staff

Ms. Dupuy briefed the Board that the final revisions had been made to the Board Rules.

2. Building Committee

Mr. Graham had nothing to report.

3. Classification and Testing Committee

Mr. Weston informed the Board that the committee had met and that a report would be given later.

4. Legislative/Rules and Regulations Committee

Mr. Gallo had nothing to report.

5. Act 725 Committee

No report.

6. Finance Committee

Mr. Clouatre made a Motion to accept the finances for January which was seconded by Mr. Lambert. The Motion passed.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre which was seconded by Mr. Lambert to adjust the 2012 operating budget. The Motion passed.

7. Residential Building Committee

Mr. Weston made a Motion to accept the minutes and ratify the actions of the Residential Committee from the February 1, 2012 meeting, which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre. The Motion passed.

J. Consideration of residential licensure applications, and home improvement registration applications as listed and attached to the agenda. (Pages 10-12)

A Motion was made by Mr. Badeaux and was seconded by Mr. Lambert to approve the residential applications provided any outstanding fines have been satisfied. The Motion passed.

A Motion was made by Mr. Badeaux and was seconded by Mr. Lambert to approve the home improvement registrations provided any outstanding fines have been satisfied. The Motion passed.

A Motion was made by Mr. Badeaux and was seconded by Mr. Lambert to approve the Licensure Exemptions. The Motion passed.

K. Consideration of commercial licensure exemptions as listed and attached to the agenda. (Pages 14- 16)

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre and was seconded by Mr. Lambert to accept the commercial licensure exemptions. The Motion passed.

A Motion was made by Mr. Clouatre and was seconded by Mr. Lambert to accept the new application exemptions, with the exception of Lake Charles Construction, LLC for Building only. The Motion passed.

Mr. Weston made a Motion to add John Chester Gaines Jr., adding the classification of Building Construction, which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre. The Motion passed.

L. Consideration of mold remediation application as listed and attached to the agenda. (Page 18)

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert and was seconded by Mr. Weston to approve the mold applications. The Motion passed.

M. Consideration of additional classifications as listed and attached to the agenda. (Pages 20-22)

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert and was seconded by Mr. Weston to accept the additional classifications. The Motion passed.

N. Consideration of commercial applications as listed and attached to the agenda.

• PENDING ALL REQUIREMENTS BEING MET (Pages 24-28)

• REGULAR COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS (Page 30-32)

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert and was seconded by Mr. Weston to approve the commercial applications provided all fines have been satisfied. The Motion passed.

ADJOURNMENT

A Motion was made by Mr. Lambert which was seconded by Mr. Clouatre to adjourn at 12:14. The Motion passed.

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