November 10, 2025 Town of Brusly Brusly, Louisiana The regular meeting of the Town of…
Town Minutes – December 2025
December 8, 2025
Town of Brusly
Brusly, Louisiana
The regular meeting of the Town of Brusly was called to order this date, December 8, 2025, at the Brusly Town Hall, at 6:30 p.m., by Mayor Rhodes. Council Member Tassin led the Pledge of Allegiance. A roll call determined the following officials present:
Mayor: Scot Rhodes
Council Members: Daigle, Young, Tassin, Chustz, Kershaw
Town Attorney: Thomas Acosta, Jr.
Absent: None
Recognitions & Commendations:
Mayor Rhodes called for a moment of silence for Town Hall Staff Member Brandi Davis’s father who passed away over the weekend.
Mayor Rhodes introduced Louisiana Queen Sugar, Olivia Daigle and presented her with a certificate in appreciation of her many achievements.
A motion to approve the minutes of the Town’s regular meeting of November 10, 2025, was made by Council Member Chustz; seconded by Council Member Young. Mayor Rhodes opened the floor for public comment. Hearing no comments, the motion passed with a unanimous vote.
Public Works Committee:
Mayor Rhodes read the Public Works Report for the month of November, prepared by Public Works Supervisor Shane Sarradet. There were .9 inches of rainfall in the month; 0 SCADA alarms at our wastewater lift stations; a sinkhole was repaired on Ory Drive; Christmas decorations are up; receiving quotes for new electrical panel at Brusly Oaks Lift Station; street marking on N. LaBauve, rear portions of Allene & Live Oak will take place soon for 2025/2026 road overlay project; Josh Badeaux & Darren Badeaux have both completed Wastewater Class 1 training and are awaiting test results for certification.
Waste Pro roadside debris and out of cart pickup is scheduled for the week of December 8th.
Mr. Toby Frugé of Owen & White gave a brief update on the Sewer Lagoon Project, explaining that Spinks Contractors took it upon themselves to fix the bridge leading to the sewer ponds. Council Member Daigle and Council Member Tassin, along with Mayor Rhodes requested a report stating the load limits of the bridge and a statement from Spinks accepting all risk.
Mr. Toby Frugé of Owen & White also gave a brief drainage study update on the Allene St. Basin.
Planning and Zoning Committee: None
Finance Committee:
Mayor Rhodes noted that the “Budget to Actual Comparison Report” for November, is available for Council Members to review.
Upon recommendation of Mayor Rhodes, a motion to approve Liquor Licenses for the following businesses: Back Brusly Grocery Oaks LLC; Café Oasis, Family Dollar Store; JW Food Mart; Lit Pizza; La. Bayou Bistro; Ramez Food Mart; Rio Cantina and Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar, was made by Council Member Kershaw; seconded by Council Member Chustz. Mayor Rhodes opened the floor for public comments. Hearing no comments, the motion passed unanimously.
Margaret Pritchard, of Baxley & Associates, delivered the 2024/2025 Audit, reporting that the Town of Brusly received the highest level of opinion on the audit. Ms. Pritchard reported that the Town received one finding, the lack of a CPA on staff. A motion to accept the audit report as reported by Ms. Margaret Pritchard, was made by Council Member Kershaw; seconded by Council Member Tassin. Mayor Rhodes opened the floor for public comments. Hearing no comments, the motion passed unanimously.
Personnel Committee:
Following a recommendation from Mayor Rhodes, a motion to approve the prepared 2026 Holiday Schedule was made by Council Member Young; seconded by Council Member Tassin. Mayor Rhodes opened the floor for public comments. Hearing no comments, the motion passed unanimously.
Recreation Committee: None
Police Committee: None
Governmental Affairs Committee:
Upon the request of Mayor Rhodes, a motion to approve the Arbor Day Proclamation was made by Council Member Tassin; seconded by Council Member Daigle. Mayor Rhodes opened the floor for public comments. Hearing no comments, the motion passed unanimously.
Consideration of Vetoed Ordinances: None
Hearing & Final Action on Ordinances: None
Introduction of Ordinances: None
Resolutions:
Mayor Rhodes read aloud Resolution 10 of 2025, Surplus Item and Donation of 2015 Chevy Tahoe police unit. A motion to approve Resolution 10 of 2025, declaring and approving the surplus and donation of the 2015 Tahoe, was made by Council Member Chustz; seconded by Council Member Kershaw. Mayor Rhodes opened the floor for public comment. Hearing no comments, the motion passed unanimously.
Police Department Report:
The Police Department Report for the month of November was given by Asst. Chief Southon. There were (23) Agency Assists, (7) Alarms, (1) Animal Problem, (1) child custody exchange, (1) civil problem, (1) Controlled Substance, (1) Damaged Property, (3) Disturbances, (2) DUI, (1) Fire, (2) Fraud, (1) Harassment, (2) Juvenile Problems, (14) Medical, (5) No Insurance Tows, (1) Obstruct Justice, (1) privacy violation, (6) Public Service, (7) Suspicious, (5) Traffic Accidents, (9) Traffic Problems, (4) Unlocks, (3) Warrants, (1) Weapons Offense and (2) Welfare Checks. Total of 104 calls for the month. For the month, there were 164 total citations and 194 violations.
Flock Activity: 5 NCIC Warrants, 6 Protective Orders, 2 Out-of-Country Alerts.
Drone Activity: None.
Mayor’s Report:
Mayor Rhodes thanked everyone who voted for the tax renewals that were on the ballot. The Mayor gave a brief update on derelict building in Town. Mayor Rhodes congratulated the Brusly High School Football Team for a 10 and 2 record for the year. Mayor Rhodes gave a brief recap of the Tree Lighting Ceremony, thanking Town Clerk Blaine Rabalais, the entire Maintenance Department and the Police Department for all their help with putting on the event. The Mayor gave a special thanks to Maintenance Worker Cindy Jones for her hard work taking care the grounds of the park and Town Hall. The Mayor gave a brief update on the road overlay project. In closing, the Mayor wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Remarks of Personal Privilege:
Council Member Daigle wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Announcements:
Town Hall will close for Christmas December 24th and 25th.
Council Member Young made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Council Member Tassin. Hearing no comments, the motion passed with a unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:11pm.
/s/Scot Rhodes, Mayor /s/Blaine Rabalais, Town Clerk
