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Council authorizes fire-district cooperative agreement; Fire Chief Stafford empowered to sign
Summary
Denham Springs approved an interlocal cooperative endeavor agreement with Livingston Parish and neighboring fire districts and authorized Fire Chief Richard Stafford to execute the agreement on the city’s behalf.
The Denham Springs City Council on May 13 authorized the mayor to enter an amended cooperative endeavor agreement with Livingston Parish and neighboring fire districts and separately authorized Fire Chief Richard Stafford to enter into a cooperative endeavor agreement with Livingston Parish and Livingston Fire Districts.
Council discussion included a request for additional information; staff indicated Jason was present and could provide details. The clerk recorded unanimous yes votes from councilmembers present after the motion and second.
Why it matters: Cooperative agreements between municipal and district fire services can clarify cost-sharing, mutual aid, station use and responsibilities for fire protection and emergency response.
Details: The agenda language authorized the mayor and delegated authority to Fire Chief Richard Stafford to enter the agreement. Council did not discuss contract dollar amounts, specific operational terms, or implementation timetables during the recorded discussion; a council member asked staff for more information and staff indicated an additional city staff member (Jason) was present to speak to the item.
Next steps: Fire Chief Stafford and city staff will execute the agreement and return to the council or report administratively if material terms require later council approval.
