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Scott council accepts road project, adopts franchise ordinance and multiple resolutions; Jakob Goodwin sworn in
Summary
At the May 7 meeting, the Scott City Council accepted substantial completion of the I-10 South Frontage Road project, adopted Ordinance 2026-3 (Atmos Energy franchise), granted a variance extension, approved multiple resolutions including a $50,000 intergovernmental agreement for a movable camera trailer, and appointed Jakob Goodwin to fill an unexpired council term.
The Scott City Council met May 7, 2026, at Scott City Hall and approved a series of routine and substantive items, including the acceptance of a major roadway project, adoption of a utility franchise ordinance, and several resolutions affecting city operations.
Council actions included approving the April 1 meeting minutes and accepting the March 2026 financial statement. Mr. Mark Savoy of Groom's Engineering and Mr. Dustin Guidry of Fenstermaker & Associates provided brief updates on ongoing public-works projects.
The council accepted substantial completion of the I-10 South Frontage Road Reconstruction and Overlay Project after Mark Savoy reported there were no punch-list items and that the project came in under budget; Councilman Moreau moved the acceptance and the motion carried unanimously. Councilman Moreau also moved to adopt Ordinance 2026-3, granting an Atmos Energy franchise within the city; that ordinance carried unanimously.
The council granted a 180-day extension of a variance requested by Mr. Clifford Smith, with the condition of monthly reporting. In personnel and appointments, City Attorney Randy Lasseigne explained a procedural issue related to a prior vacancy; Councilman Roy moved to appoint Jakob Goodwin to fill the unexpired District 1 term of Doyle J. Boudreaux, Councilman Montoucet seconded, the motion carried by majority, and Mr. Lasseigne administered the oath of office.
On intergovernmental matters, the council adopted Resolution 2026-8 authorizing the mayor to execute an agreement with the Lafayette Consolidated Government to accept $50,000; Chief Leger stated the funds would be used to purchase a movable camera trailer. The council also adopted Resolution 2026-9 to authorize sale of a 2013 Ford/New Holland tractor no longer needed for public purposes, Resolution 2026-10 naming the Acadiana Advocate as the city’s official journal, and Resolution 2026-11 to schedule appointment of Mr. Dylan Simon at the next Planning Commission meeting to fill an unexpired Planning/Zoning term.
The meeting adjourned at 7:41 p.m.
