By Shannon Wright
The Village of Doyline Council met for its regular monthly meeting Monday, November 2, at the Town Hall to discuss upcoming events and progress on the maintenance barn.
Mayor Christie Carter Gates reminded residents that National Night Out and Meet the Panthers will take place Friday, November 6. The parade is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m., with activities kicking off afterward in Uptown. At the time of the meeting, due to the parish-wide burn ban, it was still uncertain whether there would be a bonfire as planned. The fire chief advised that the decision to lift the ban would depend on how much rain the area receives throughout the week.
Maintenance Operator Tammy Tyler reported that a manhole near the apartments is in need of repair. The council approved having the work completed as quickly as possible.
Council members also discussed progress on the maintenance barn. Electrical work is nearing completion, while water and septic connections are still in the works.
Sewer Operator Mike Dunaway reported that the sewer treatment plant is operating normally, with the exception of a continuing issue involving the plant’s aerator.
“We’re still waiting on parts for the aerator, but other than that, everything is normal,” Dunaway said.
The aerator has been an ongoing issue for a couple of months, but Dunaway is hopeful that the latest supplier will be able to provide the needed part and get the equipment back in full working order.
The council also revisited an issue involving several vicious dogs that first came to attention earlier this year. Residents may recall a February report concerning the animals and previous complaints about their behavior.
Following another call from a neighbor and an incident involving a deputy, the dogs have now been removed from the property, where they had reportedly been left by their owners for more than a month.
According to Police Chief Robby Hayden, the dogs appeared to have been trained to fight and were not considered suitable for rehoming because of their upbringing. Some had been left chained outside, while another was left inside the residence and completely destroyed the home. Due to concerns about their behavior and the potential danger they posed, the animals were taken to be euthanized.
Explaining the severity of the situation with the one that was left inside, Hayden said, “He was a bad dog. If he would’ve gotten a hold of someone, he would’ve hurt them.”
The Village of Doyline Town Council meets on the first Monday of every month at 6 p.m. at Doyline Town Hall.
Residents are encouraged and welcome to attend meetings to stay informed about local projects, concerns and decisions affecting their community.