The meeting focused on a liquor license debate. Again, several property condemnation hearings were discussed and deferred.
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Americas LNG and gas summit protest
A rundown of a major protest against the LNG buildout in Lake Charles, La. in early November.
Lake Charles City Council Meeting 11/2/22
The City Council meeting focused on a proposal to televise city council meetings and several public hearings.
Lake Charles City Council 10/19/2022
The council chose a company to manage the Community Development Block Grant- Disaster Recovery, and discussed official recordings of city council meetings.
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury 10/6/2022
Documenter name: Brent Hawkins Agency holding meeting: Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Date: Oct 6, 2022 Summary The police jury held its regular monthly meeting with an appearance by candidate running for Public Service Commissioner for district four, and condemned multiple homes. The Scene There were approximately 50 people in attendance. The room was at approximately …
Lake Charles City Council 10/5/2022 
Documenter: Carl M. Ambrose, Jr. October 8, 2022 Lake Charles City Council Chambers 5:30 PM Summary The city council meeting focused on chair appointments, with some decisions made on hurricane recovery plans. The Scene After arriving a few minutes early to the chambers, I found the atmosphere light and pleasant as people exchanged pleasantries. Judge …
Lake Charles City Council 9/21/22
The City Council meeting focused on a proposal by the African American Chamber of Commerce to develop lots in North Lake Charles.
Lake Charles City Council Meeting 9/9/22
At the Sept. 9 city council meeting, a debate broke out about an African American Chamber of Commerce plan to develop vacant lots in North Lake Charles.
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury 9-1-22
Documenter: Carl M. Ambrose Jr. Meeting: Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Summary The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury met on Sept. 1, 2022. On the docket was a public hearing about condemning local properties, and some hurricane repair approvals. The Scene I arrived a few minutes early for Thursday's monthly Calcasieu Parish Police …
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