Jeff Davis Economic Development Commission unanimously approves agenda, minutes and budget

The Jeff Davis Economic Development Commission met Wednesday at noon at First Guaranty Bank in Jennings, where Chairman Ronnie Petree called the session to order and attendance was recorded.

Mike Heinen of the J.D. Tourist Commission led the meeting prayer and Carter Prejean led the Pledge of Allegiance before the commission moved into business.

The commission approved the meeting agenda on a motion by Mike Heinen, seconded by Beau Hearod; the motion passed unanimously. The April 10, 2024, minutes were presented and accepted on a motion by Mike Heinen, seconded by Dr. Shane Fontenot, also approved unanimously.

Creed Romano, identified in the minutes as CEO and president of Jeff Davis Economic Development, presented the financials. Marilyn Watkins moved to accept the budget as presented; Dr. Shane Fontenot seconded the motion, and the commission voted unanimously to adopt the budget as presented. The minutes do not list dollar amounts, line-item details or other financial specifics.

The meeting minutes list elected members, advisory board members, staff and guests present; no further actions or discussion items are recorded in the provided minutes.