By Shannon Wright

New Year’s Day and illnesses delayed the first Village of Heflin Council meeting to January 15.

Mayor Ralph James reported that the village remains in good financial condition. He also reminded council members to complete their required annual Code of Ethics courses.

Jessie Williamson, the village water operator, provided an update on the water department, noting that crews have dealt with a few water line breaks over the past several weeks. One incident involved a flush valve on Aubrey Beatty Road that was run over; the cost of repairs in that case is being covered by the company responsible. Aside from those issues, Williamson said the water system is operating smoothly.

Williamson also announced that the Louisiana Rural Water Association (LRWA) has begun the long-awaited water rate study after more than a year of delays. “So the wheels are finally going to turn on that,” he said, adding “I don’t know how fast those wheels will turn, but they’re turning.” 

While there is not much currently happening in the village, the mayor and council expressed the importance of community involvement and invite residents to attend council meetings. 

Regular meetings are typically held on the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

Residents with questions or concerns they would like addressed are encouraged to contact Village Clerk Sherry Limosnero at 318-377-9799 or by email at villageofheflin@gmail.com.