By Bonnie Culverhouse

A number of promotions and two new hires in the police department will top the agenda of today’s Minden City Council meeting.

Up for promotion are Marlin Choyce, Dedrick Anderson, Jessica Thompson and Branthony Brown. Possible new hires include DeAveon D. Benjamin and Austin M. Clouston.

In addition, the council will declare a utility trailer, two Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptors (vehicles)  and one Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as surplus property and fix the terms of sale.

They will also vote whether to reappoint Brian Meeker to the Minden Main Street Program/Downtown Development Commission and hear the financial, fire and police reports.

At the close of the 6 p.m. meeting, proclamations will be presented to 2025 National Night Out Block Party Hosts by Councilman Carleton (Buddy) Myles.

Council meetings are held in Council Chambers at Minden City Hall and are preceded by a 5 p.m. workshop in the Pelican Conference Room. The public is invited to attend both meetings.