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STATE OF LOUISIANALEGISLATIVE AUDITOR

Boards, Commissions, and Like EntitiesReport to the Legislature

March 1999

Policy and Quality Assurance

Daniel G. Kyle, Ph.D., CPA, CFE, CGFMLegislative Auditor

LEGISLATIVE LEADERS

Honorable Randy L. EwingPresident of the Senate

Honorable H. B. "Hunt" Downer, Jr.Speaker of the House of Representatives

LEGISLATIVE AUDITOR

Daniel G. Kyle, Ph.D., CPA, CFE, CGFM

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Boards, Commissions, and Like EntitiesMarch 1999


Table of Contents

Legislative Auditor's Transmittal Letter v

Introduction vii

Licensing Agencies A-1

Port Commissions and Harbor Districts B-1

Levee Districts C-1

Other Boards, Commissions, and Like Entities D-1

Budget Units E-1

Index F-1

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OFFICE OF

LEGISLATIVE AUDITORSTATE OF LOUISIANA

BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70804-93971600 NORTH THIRD STREET

POST OFFICE BOX 94397DANIEL G. KYLE, PH.D., CPA, CFE, CGFM TELEPHONE (504) 339-3800

LEGISLATIVE AUDITOR FACSIMILE: (504) 339-3870

March 24, 1999

The Honorable Randy L. Ewing,President of the Senate

The Honorable H. B. "Hunt" Downer, Jr.,Speaker of the House of Representatives

Dear Senator Ewing and Representative Downer:

This report contains summary financial information and personnel data on 458 boards,commissions, and like entities. Although state law does not require the report to includeboards, commissions, and like entities that are budget units of the state or which are includedwithin such budget units, we have included information identifying these entities. This report isprepared to assist you in controlling the growth and costs of all boards, commissions, and likeentities within Louisiana. Information in this report was provided by the boards, commissions,and like entities; it has not been audited, and, accordingly, we express no opinion on theinformation.

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Office of Legislative Auditor

IntroductionBoards, Commissions, and Like Entities

Report to the Legislature

Louisiana Revised Statute 24:513.2(E) requires the legislative auditor to submit annually to thelegislature a report including summary financial and personnel information on all boards,commissions, and like entities created by law or executive order and to report findings andrecommendations resulting from any analysis of the information. Based on our analysis, wesubmit the following information and recommendations:

• As of September 1998, we identified 458 boards, commissions, and like entities createdby existing law or executive order. This represents a net increase of 7% over the numberin the prior year.

• Of the 458 entities, 195 pay per diem, salaries, and/or travel of the board members. Thecurrent year budgets and prior year amounts totaled $1,333,897 and $1,067,684 for perdiem payments; $1,307,055 and $1,207,055 for board member salaries; and $2,204,403and $1,807,093 for board member travel.

• Fifty-four boards, commissions, and like entities that were created during 1997 or earlierhave never been fully organized, have disbanded, or are currently inactive. Thelegislature or governor, as applicable, should consider abolishing these entities.

• We were unable to determine the status of six boards, commissions, or like entities.Based on other information available to us, we recommend that the legislature considerabolishing these entities.

• We identified two boards, commissions, and like entities with insufficient resources tocontinue the purposes for which they were established. The legislature should considerabolishing these entities.

• Other recommendations requiring legislative action:

Legislation establishing the Advisory Committee on Respiratory Care as a licensingagency in the Department of Health and Hospitals should be revised, as this entitydoes not serve a licensing function.

• Legislation should be considered to merge the North Bossier Levee District with theBossier Levee District.

• Legislation providing for the governor to appoint an executive director of the OffshoreTerminal Authority, rather than a governing board, should be enacted.

• Twenty-three boards, commissions, and like entities, 16 of which we determined areactive, did not provide the requested information. Louisiana law requires these entities toprovide requested information.

Daniel G. Kyle, Ph.D., CPA, CFE, CGFM, Legislative AuditorPhone No. (225) 339-3800

Introduction Page ix

Legislative MandateLouisiana Revised Statute (R.S.) 24:513.2(E) requires the legislativeauditor to submit annually to the legislature a report containing summaryfinancial information and personnel data on (1) boards, commissions, andlike entities created by law or executive order that are made part of, orare placed in, the executive branch of state government; and (2) localboards, commissions, and like entities that are specifically created bylaw. The statute provides for the legislative auditor to report findings andrecommendations resulting from any analysis performed of theinformation.

Growth of EntitiesThis report identifies 458 boards, commissions, and like entities, as ofSeptember 1998. Our previous reports included the foltowing number ofentities.

Growth of Entities

Year Number of Entities1992 3381993 3601994 4411995 4541996 4561997 4181998 428

Overall, these comparisons reflect an increase in the growth of boards,commissions, and like entities. The 1997 decrease in the number of suchentities is primarily attributable to the termination, in accordance with R.S.49:215(C), of entities that were created by executive order of the prioradministration.

The recommendations included in this report are intended to control thegrowth of boards, commissions, and like entities.

Report OrganizationWithin the report, the boards, commissions, and like entities are groupedinto five categories: (1) licensing agencies; (2) port commissions andharbor districts; (3) levee districts; (4) other boards, commissions, andlike entities; and (5) budget units. The entities are arrangedalphabetically within each category and an alphabetical index is includedon pages F-1 through F-10 of this report.

InformationRequested

R.S. 24:513.2{F) directs all agencies, boards, commissions, anddepartments of the state and its political subdivisions to furnishinformation and reports as requested by the legislative auditor to fulfill hisresponsibilities. R.S. 39:1335 and 1336 require licensing agencies tosubmit information on forms that were developed jointly by the legislativeauditor and the legislative fiscal office and approved by the JointLegislative Committee on the Budget. The information required bylicensing agency forms includes summary and detailed informationpertaining to actual and budgeted revenues by source, expenditures bycategory, and fund balances; the number of classified and unclassified

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personnel; performance indicators; and certain general informationpertaining to the board and its authority and functions.

All other boards, commissions, and like entities, except budget units,were requested to complete and submit similar forms, except that thefinancial and budget information was requested in summary form onlyand information pertaining to performance indicators was not requested.Budget units and entities that did not receive or expend funds, althoughmember travel and per diem may have been paid through another entity,were requested to complete and submit forms to provide generalinformation pertaining to the entity, its members, and its authority andfunctions.

IncompleteResponses

In some instances, the submitted information was incomplete; in theseinstances, we have indicated that the information was not provided.

No ResponseReceived

Some boards, commissions, and like entities did not respond to ourrequest for financial information and personnel data. In these instances,we have provided general information about the entities and indicatedthat the specific information which we requested is unknown.

New EntitiesThis report includes basic information about those boards, commissions,and like entities that were created by law or executive order during 1998,and which were not fully organized at the time the financial and personnelinformation was requested.

InformationUnaudited

Information included in this report was provided by the boards,commissions, and like entities; it has not been audited by this office, and,accordingly, we express no opinion on the information. We did correctobvious errors in the submitted information.

Financial Information Of the 458 boards, commissions, and like entities included in this report,231 reported that their members do not receive any per diem payments,salaries, or travel expense reimbursements. Conversely, 195 suchentities reported that their members do receive these payments. Another32 boards, commissions, and like entities did not provide financialinformation on per diem payments, salary, and travel expensereimbursements.

Introduction Page xi

Financial information relating to prior year payments and current yearbudgets for these costs is included in the body of this report andsummarized by report category below.

Financial InformationPayments Made to Board, Commission, or

Licensing Agencies:Prior Year ActualCurrent Year Budget

Port Commissions:Prior Year ActualCurrent Year Budget

Levee Districts:Prior Year ActualCurrent Year Budget

Other Boards and Commissions:Prior Year ActualCurrent Year Budget

Budget Units:Prior Year ActualCurrent Year Budget

TOTALS

Prior Year ActualCurrent Year Budget

Per Diem

$242,688$258,430

$83,050$64,300

$159,543$220,509

$118,345$169,859

$464,058$620,799

$1,067,684$1,333,897

Like Entity MembersSalaries Travel

None $545,072None $624,256

$102,900 $184,056$103,000 $220,310

$93,042 $92,863$102,636 $122,479

$241,578 $320,945$215,291 $394,813

$769,535 $664,157$886,128 $842,545

$1,207,055 $1,807,093$1,307,055 $2,204,403

Inactive EntitiesResponses to our request for financial information and personnel datafrom the following 54 boards, commissions, and like entities revealed thatthe entities were never fully organized; were disbanded with no plans toreorganize; are inactive; or have no funding prospects to undertake thefunctions for which they were established, even though the boardmembers may continue to meet.

Because these entities are not fulfilling their established functions, thelegislature or governor, as applicable, should consider their abolishment.

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Boards, Commissions, and Like EntitiesNever Fully Organized, Disbanded, or Inactive

PageAdvisory Committee on Midwifery D-5Advisory Council for the Administrative Leadership

Academy D-7Artificial Reef Development Council D-17Associated Branch Pilots for the Port of New Orleans

Fee Commission D-21Belgium-Louisiana Joint Committee D-30Catahoula Parish Port Commission B-5Co-ordinating Council on Education D-50Commission on HIV and AIDS D-54Community/Technical College and Adult Education

Task Force D-55Concordia Parish Port Commission B-7Coordinating Council on Telemedicine and Distance Education D-57Dental Referral Study Commission D-66Economic Development and Gaming Corporation

Board of Directors D-70First Stop Shop Coordinating Council D-85France-Louisiana Joint Committee D-89Governor's Forest Products Industry Development

Task Force D-97Grant Parish Port Commission B-10Historical Jazz Society D-107Indian Gaming Commission D-112International Trade Commission D-117Kenner Naval Museum Commission D-123Lake Pontchartrain Sanitary District Board of Commissioners D-125Licensing Board for Locksmiths D-128Maritime Provinces-Louisiana Joint Committee D-140Medicaid Drug Program Committee D-141New Orleans-Baton Rouge Steamship Pilots Association

Fee Commission D-151Nursing Supply and Demand Commission A-40Pan African Commission Board of Commissioners D-156Pointe Coupee-West Feliciana Bridge, Ferry, and

Tunnel Authority D-160Pork Promotion Board E-98Project Restore Task Force D-164Quebec-Louisiana Joint Committee D-167Rapides Parish Port Commission B-26Red River Development Council E-104River Parishes Transit Authority Board of Commissioners D-178Rural Health Care Authority E-106School Based Health Clinic Task Force D-182Sentencing Commission E-111Southern Louisiana Drinking Water Study Commission D-189St. Mary Parish Mass Transit Authority

Board of Commissioners D-191St. Tammany Parish Port Commission B-31State Employees Incentive Award Committee D-192

Introduction Page xiii

Boards, Commissions, and Like EntitiesNever Fully Organized, Disbanded, or Inactive (Cont.)

Tangipahoa River Task ForceTask Force for the Reduction of Automobile Insurance Rates.Tensas Parish Port CommissionTerrebonne Parish Mass Transit Authority

Board of CommissionersTransportation Infrastructure Model for Economic

Development Review Task ForceTri-Parish Drainage and Water Conservation District

Board of CommissionersUnited States Highway 71 Four-Lane Corridor Commission....United States Highway No. 65 CommissionUnmarked Burial Sites BoardWashington Parish Port CommissionWelfare Reform Coordinating CommitteeWorker's Compensation Advisory Council

PageD-197D-198.. B-32

.D-203

.D-205

.D-207

.D-209,0-2100-211

...B-37,0-212E-131

Entities for Whichthe Status Is

Unknown

As of February 5,1999, we were unable to determine the actual status ofthe following six boards, commissions, and like entities. Because wehave not received any indication that they are fulfilling their establishedfunctions, we recommend they be abolished.

Boards, Commissions, and Like EntitiesStatus Is Unknown

Board of River Port Pilot Commissioners and Examinersfor the Port of Lake Charles

Council for the Development of Spanish in LouisianaImports and Exports Trust Authority Board of Trustees...Marine Recreational Fishing Development BoardMississippi River Road CommissionPostsecondary Review Commission

Page

,.D-38...E-38,0-111.D-138.D-144,0-161

InsufficientResources

Certain factors, such as the inability to generate adequate revenues,cause concern that an entity may require assistance from outsidesources to continue the purposes for which it was established. Based onthe information provided and other information available to us, weconclude that the Certified Stress Analysts Board (A-35) and thePolygraph Board (A-42) do not have sufficient resources to fulfill theirestablished purpose, causing us to question their viability. Werecommend these entities be abolished, and their duties be transferred tothe Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services.

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Entity DeemedLicensing Agency

Licensing agencies are responsible for regulating, examining, certifying,and/or licensing persons in the state and enforcing laws relating theretoand are required to comply with the "Louisiana Licensing Agency BudgetAct" as contained in R.S. 39:1331 through 39:1342. As of February 5,1999, the Advisory Committee on Respiratory Care (page A-1) is deemeda licensing agency because it was transferred to the Department ofHealth and Hospitals pursuant to R.S. 36:803, which specifically relatesto licensing agency transfers. This entity serves neither the purpose northe function of a licensing agency.

Legislation should be amended to organizationally place this entity withinthe Department of Health and Hospitals using another provision of law.

Entities ShouldBe Merged

The North Bossier Levee District Board of Commissioners (page C-11)has limited resources and maintains a small section of the levee withinBossier Parish. A representative of the board has expressed the board'sdesire to merge with the Bossier Levee District Board of Commissioners(page C-2).

The legislature should consider merging the North Bossier Levee Districtand the Bossier Levee District.

Absence of aGoverning Board

The statute creating the Offshore Terminal Authority Board ofCommissioners (page E-94) provides for a governing board ofcommissioners to be appointed by the governor. Responses to ourrequest for information about the board confirmed that there are noappointments made to a board of commissioners, rather an executivedirector is appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate.

The legislature should consider amending legislation to remove theprovision for a board of commissioners and to provide for theappointment of the executive director.

No Responses As of February 5, 1999, we identified 23 boards, commissions, and likeentities that have not responded to our requests for personnel data andfinancial information. Based on other information available to us, wedetermined that 16 of the 23 entities are active. However, we are unableto determine the status of the other seven, for which we make norecommendation at this time.

Introduction Page xv

Boards, Commissions, and Like EntitiesNo Responses

PageAdvisory Committee on Respiratory Care A-1Algiers Development District Board of Commissioners D-14*Beef Industry Council D-29*Board of Dentistry A-10*Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors A-12Board of River Port Pilot Commissioners for the

Port of New Orleans D-39*Board of Veterinary Medicine Examiners A-31*Boxing and Wrestling Commission A-33Crescent River Port Pilots Association Fee Commission D-63Environment and Natural Resources Council D-78*John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District

Board of Commissioners D-120*Lafayette Economic Development Authority

Board of Commissioners B-16*Motor Vehicle Commission A-39*Municipal Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees D-146Occupational Information Coordinating Committee D-153*Pointe Coupee Port, Harbor and Terminal District

Board of Commissioners B-23*Radio and Television Technicians Board A-43*Red River Levee and Drainage District

Board of Commissioners C-15*River Region Cancer Screening and Early Detection District

Board of Commissioners D-179Royal Street Project Advisory Board D-180*Sheriffs' Pension and Relief Fund Board of Trustees D-185*Vinton Harbor and Terminal District Board of Commissioners B-36*West Cameron Port Commission B-39'active entity

IndexAn alphabetical index of all 458 boards, commissions, and like entitiesincluded within this report is located on pages F-1 through F-10.

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Licensing Agencies

Licensing agencies are charged by taw with regulating, examining, certifying,and/or licensing persons in Louisiana, and enforcing the laws relating thereto.Each of the following licensing agencies is subject to budget review and isrequired to comply with all accounting, reporting, auditing, and reviewingrequirements that are applicable to budget units.

Licensing Agencies Page A-1

ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON RESPIRATORY CARE

Contact: Mrs, Delmar RorisonExecutive Director, Board of Medical Examiners(504) 524-6763

Legal authority

Year created

Organizational placement

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees

Participation in state benefit plans

Financial/budget information

Performance indicators

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:3356

1985

Department of Health and Hospitals

Active

The committee advises the state Board of Medical Examiners inlicensing and regulating persons practicing respiratory therapy.

Number authorized -10; currently serving - unknown

Prior year actual - unknown; current year estimated - unknown

None

None

None

Not provided

Not provided

The committee is deemed a licensing agency by R.S.36:259(E)(18) as provided by R.S. 36:803; however, thecommittee does not appear to serve either the purpose orfunction of a licensing agency.

As of February 5,1999, the committee had not submittedinformation requested by the legislative auditor in accordancewith R.S. 24:513.2(F).

Since this committee does not perform a licensing function, thelegislature may wish to organizationally place this committeewithin the Department of Health and Hospitals under R.S. 36:801or 36:802 rather than R.S. 36:803.

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Page A-2 Licensing Agencies

AUCTIONEERS LICENSING BOARD

Contact Ms. Mary NortonExecutive Assistant(225) 925-3921

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Total revenuesTotal expenses/expenditureswhich include:Per diemMembers' travel expensesMembers' salary

Ending Balance

Performance indicatorsLicenses issued/renewedExaminations takenEnforcement actions closed

Recommendation

R.S. 37:3111

1984

Department of Economic Development

Active

The board is charged statutorily to adopt and enforce rules andregulations necessary for the proper regulation of auctions andauction houses under its jurisdiction in the state.

Number authorized - 7; currently serving - 7

Prior year actual - 6; current year estimated - 6

$97 per meeting

1 unclassified

Employees participate in state benefit plans.

Actual BudgetJune 30,1998 June 30,1999

$84,313 $85,500$70,694 $85,400

$5,958$5,619

None$34,121

5022

Not provided

No change recommended.

$10,000$10,000

None$34,221

Not providedNot providedNot provided



BOARD FOR HEARING AID DEALERS

Contact: Ms. Melanie DyeAdministrative Secretary{318)362-3014

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:2441

1969


Active

The board is responsible for protecting the public welfare byoverseeing those persons rendering or offering to renderservices for the sale, maintenance, and repair of any type ofhearing aid device and for examining and licensing hearing aiddealers in the state.



None

1 unclassified

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$17,117$22,535

None$1,920

None$46,183

12326

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$22,115$22,115

None$2,600

None$46,183

15525

None



BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS

Contact: Ms. Teeny SimmonsExecutive Director(225) 925-4802

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Performance indicatorsLicenses issued/renewedEnforcement actions closed

Recommendation

R.S. 37:142

1910


Active

The board is responsible for conducting examinations, grantinglicenses, and regulating the practice of architecture withinLouisiana.


Prior year actual -10; current year estimated -10

$75 per day spent on board business

2 classified; 1 unclassified; 1 part-time


ActualJune 30,1998

$287,422$278,992

$4,125$19,748

None$228,917

2,99615


BudgetJune 30,1999

$288,000$313,774

$6,000$22,600

None$229,917

Not provided20



BOARD OF BARBER EXAMINERS

Contact: Mr. James A. AdamsChairman(225)925-1701

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:341

1928

Department of Labor

Active

The board is charged with examining and licensing barbers andbarber schools, registering and inspecting barber shops, andregulating the bartering industry in the state.






ActualDecember 31,1997

$191,141$211,763

$7,600$10,320

None$127,842

4,57759

Not provided


BudgetDecember 31,1998

$192,200$190,500

$8,000$8,000

None$129,542

4,746Not providedNot provided



BOARD OF CERTIFICATION FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSECOUNSELORS

Contact: Ms. Frances D. WebbAdministrative Assistant(225) 927-7600

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:3373

1987


Active

The board is charged to establish certification requirements,examine candidates, and investigate and regulate substanceabuse counselors and compulsive gambler counselors.




1 unclassified

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$59,020$62,344

$2,100$3,935

None($23,198)

1703

BudgetJune 30,1999

$64,500$64,392

$3,000$2,500

None($23,090)

385Not provided

Legislation was passed in 1997, which requires the board tolicense compulsive gambling counselors. This additionalrevenue should eliminate the deficit fund balance.




BOARD OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS

Contact: Mr. Michael HendersonExecutive Director(504)566-1244

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:71

1908


Active

The board is responsible for examining applicants to be certifiedpublic accountants, identifying and establishing measures ofcontrol over individuals who have met prescribed requirementsand who offer their services to the public as professionalaccountants, and taking appropriate administrative action toregulate the practice of public accounting in the state.



Officers - $150; Other members - $100

6 classified; 3 unclassified


ActualJune 30,1998

$594,454$556,790

$10,200$23,353

None$610,010

10,4101.175

135


BudgetJune 30,1999

$603,295$626,057

$10,200$28,780

None$587,248

10,1651,400

241



BOARD OF CERTIFIED SOCIAL WORK EXAMINERS

Contact: Ms. Suzanne L. PeveyAdministrator(225) 763-5470

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:2704

1972


Active

The board is charged with safeguarding the public against theunauthorized, unqualified, and improper practice of boardcertified social work. The board is empowered to train, educate,examine, and license board certified social workers so thatcompetency may be assured. The board accepts examinationsadministered by the American Association of State Social WorkBoards.



None

1 unclassified; 3 part-time


ActualJune 30,1998

$218,050$203,250

None$36,939

None$119,090

Not provided33


BudgetJune 30,1999

$211,800$216,844

None$43,000

None$114,046

Not provided21



BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS

Contact: Ms. Patricia A. OliverExecutive Director(225) 765-2322

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:2802

1974


Active

The board licenses and regulates chiropractors in the state,approves educational training, certifies the proficiency ofchiropractic assistants, and conducts hearings on charges for therevocation or suspension of a license.



$50 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998

$140,990$144,235

$3,700$19,453

None$82,282

Not providedNot provided

48

BudgetJune 30,1999

$123,800$161,980

$3,600$25,500

None$44,102


The board should limit expenditures to available resources.



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Contact Mr. C. Barry OgdenExecutive Director(504) 568-8574

BOARD OF DENTISTRY

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:753

1880


Active

The board is responsible for examining and licensing applicantsfor the professions of dentist and dental hygienist and forinvestigating complaints of illegal practices when evidence ispresented to the board.






Not provided

Not provided

As of February 5,1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). However, a June 30, 1998, biennial audit is on filewith the legislative auditor and the 2000 biennial audit is currentlyengaged.




BOARD OF ELECTROLYSIS EXAMINERS

Contact: Ms. Cheri L. MillerChairperson(318)463-6180

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:3061

1979


Active

The board is responsible for examining and licensing applicants,accrediting electrolysis schools, and inspecting practitioners'offices for sanitary practices.




1 part-time

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$21,765$20,060

$700NoneNone

$10,897

165Not providedNot provided


BudgetJune 30,1999

$23,000$24,300

$1,000NoneNone

$9,597

165Not providedNot provided



BOARD OF EMBALMERS AND FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Contact: Ms. Dawn P. ScardinoExecutive Director(504)838-5109

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:832

1914


Active

The board regulates embalmers, funeral homes, and professionalfuneral home directors and handles consumer complaints. It alsoprescribes requirements for funeral homes and otherestablishments engaged in the care and disposition of deadhuman bodies.

Number authorized - 7; currently serving - unknown





Not provided

Not provided

As of February 5, 1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). However, a June 30, 1997, biennial audit is on filewith the legislative auditor.




BOARD OF EXAMINERS FOR NURSING FACILITYADMINISTRATORS

Contact: Mr. Kemp WrightExecutive Director(225) 922-0009

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:2503

1969


Active

The board was created to develop, impose, and enforcestandards for licensing nursing home administrators. The boardissues licenses and investigates complaints. In addition, itapproves and coordinates continuing education and conductsstudies toward improving the standards of practice of registerednurses and nursing home operations.

Number authorized -13; currently serving -11





ActualJune 30,1998

$238,831$335,949

$5,512$4,167

None$19,116



BudgetJune 30,1999

$451,000$357,242

$7,200$4,000

None$112,874




BOARD OF EXAMINERS FOR SANITARIANS

Contact: Mr. William P. GoinsSecretary-Treasurer(318) 676-7489

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Pu rpose/f u n ct ion

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:2102

1954


Active

The board is responsible for examining and issuing licenses toindividuals qualified to inspect, educate, and investigate in thefield of environmental sanitation and public health.



$40 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$6,054$6,795

$320$253None

$10,872

4905

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$6,400$7,030

$480$1,200

None$10,272

49510

None



BOARD OF EXAMINERS FOR SPEECH-LANGUAGEPATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY

Contact: Ms. Suzanne L PeveyAdministrator(225) 763-5480

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:2654

1972


Active

The board is responsible for protecting the health, safety, andwelfare of the public by providing for the licensure and regulationof persons practicing speech-language pathology and/oraudiology in the state. The board recognizes the NTE AreaExam in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

$198,634$155,311

None$30,796

None$141,851

2,7568


BudgetJune 30,1999

$165,800$162,395

None$38,000

None$145,256

2,950Not provided


PageA-16 Licensing Agencies

BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF CERTIFIED SHORTHANDREPORTERS

Contact: Ms. Tonya RomaireExecutive Director(225)219-4732

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:2551

1970


Active

The board is charged with encouraging proficiency in the practiceof shorthand reporting as a profession, promoting efficiency incourt and general reporting, and extending to the courts andpublic protection afforded by a standardized profession.



None

1 unclassified


Actual BudgetJune 30,1998

$94,695$77,504

None$6,000

None$102,915

1,08581

None


June 30,1999$93,000$93,000

None$6,000

None$102,915

1,185105

None


Licensing Agencies PageA-17

BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF DIETETICS AND NUTRITION

Contact: Ms. Suzanne L. PeveyAdministrator(225) 763-5490

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:3084

1987


Active

The board is responsible for protecting the health, safety, andwelfare of the public by providing for the licensure and regulationof persons practicing the profession of dietetics and nutrition.The board accepts examinations administered by the AmericanDietetic Association.



None

3 part-time


ActualJune 30,1998

$39,917$38,082

None$4,293

None$42,636

8647

BudgetJune 30,1999

$27,730$57,803

None$7,000

None$12,563

924Not provided

The board should limit expenditures to available resources.




BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS

Contact: Ms. Mary NortonExecutive Assistant(225) 925-3921

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:3171

1984


Active

The board is charged with the protection of the public health,safety, and welfare of the people of the state by prohibiting theuse of the title "interior designer" by nonlicensed persons,establishing rules and criteria for licensing, protecting the publicfrom those not competent, and prescribing penalties forviolations.



$97 per meeting

1 unclassified


ActualJune 30,1998

$68,197$49,336

$3,285$1,509None

$65,827

11300

Not provided


BudgetJune 30,1999

$72,000$65,723

$2,250$1,400

None$72,104



Licensing Agencies PageA-19

BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS

Contact: Ms. Quid a M. NugentAccountant(225) 752-3425

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:2353

1964


Active

The board is responsible for licensure and regulation ofpsychologists within the state.


Prior year actual -18; current year estimated - 22




ActualJune 30,1998

$135,647$133,451

$7,873$7,974

None$11,034

47431

Not provided


BudgetJune 30,1999

$137,500$137,500

$8,375$8,000

None$11,034

48641

Not provided



BOARD OF LIBRARY EXAMINERS

Contact: Ms. Pam DierLibrary Programs Coordinator(225) 342-4926

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 25:222

1926

Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism

Active

The board is responsible for establishing rules and regulations;electing officers; and prescribing examinations, qualifications,conditions, and requirements for persons seeking certificates orpermits to practice the profession of librarian. License revenue isremitted to the State Library of Louisiana.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$20$20

NoneNoneNoneNone

Not provided4

Not provided


BudgetJune 30,1999

$25$25

NoneNoneNoneNone

Not provided5

Not provided



BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY

Contact: Ms. Kayla AymondExecutive Director(225) 658-8941

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:3554

1992


Active

The board is responsible for the examination, licensure,registration, investigation, and regulation of persons practicing asmassage therapists within the state. The board may establishcontinuing education requirements for license renewal andcriteria for certifying massage therapy instructors.




2 unclassified



$164,221 $172,325$153,430

$3,600$2,944

None$23,194

1,816309

12


$171,864

$5,100$3,000

None$23,655

1,635Not providedNot provided



BOARD OF MEDICAL EXAMINERS

Contact: Mrs. Delmar RorisonExecutive Director(504) 524-6763

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Performance indicatorsLicenses issued/renewed

. Examinations takenEnforcement actions closed

Recommendation

R.S. 37:1263

1894


Active

The board is responsible for examination, licensure orcertification, and regulation of doctors of medicine, osteopathy,and podiatry; midwives; occupational therapists and occupationaltherapy assistants; respiratory therapists and technicians;acupuncturists and acupuncture assistants; et cetera.







$2,986,979$2,319,518

$6,600$21,316

None$2,301,332

22,27338

449



$3,054,176$2,595,586

$6,800$22,132

None$2,759,922

24,03817

290



Contact: Ms. Barbara L. MorvantExecutive Director(504) 838-5385

BOARD OF NURSING

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:914

1912


Active

The board is responsible for safeguarding the life and health ofLouisiana residents through the regulation of persons practicingor offering to practice as a registered nurse. The boardestablishes minimum curriculum requirements and approvesnursing schools.



$75 per meeting day



Actual BudgetJune 30,1998$1,458,644$1,586,499

$14,700$41,928

None$1,092,646

42,1742,345

Not provided


June 30,1999$1,818,824$1,818,824

$24,750$56,100

None$618,747

40,9752,175

Not provided



BOARD OF OPTOMETRY EXAMINERS

Contact: Dr. James SandefurSecretary(318)335-3225

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:1042

1918


Active

The board is responsible for licensing and regulating optometristsin the state.



$75 per meeting day

None

None


$104,091$63,807

$3,750$2,655

None$132,029

48520

5



$104,750$60,273

$4,650$5,776

None$168,829

489185



Contact: Mr. Fred H. Mills, Jr.Executive Director(225) 925-6496

BOARD OF PHARMACY

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:1172

1888


Active

The board is responsible for promulgating rules to regulate thepractice of pharmacy in the state, examining and licensingpharmacists, issuing permits and drug kits, and inspectingpharmacies.






Actual BudgetJune 30,1998 June 30,1999$1,192,755 $903,000$1,032,856 $902,289

$37,275$123,987

None$914,419

11,4053,015

136


$25,700$97,700

None$915,130

10,980700150



BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS

Contact Mr. John I. BartonCertified Public Accountant(318)232-0129

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:2401.1

1987


Active

The board is responsible for examining applications for thepractice of physical therapy, issuing licenses or permits to thosepossessing the necessary qualifications, and regulating thepractice of physical therapy in the state.



$50 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998

$305,644$260,797

$5,350$3,911

None$426,614

Not provided


BudgetJune 30,1999

$313,000$313,668

$6,000$8,000

None$425,946



BOARD OF PRACTICAL NURSE EXAMINERS

Contact: Mr. Dennis MannExecutive Director(504) 838-5791

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:962

1948


Active

The board prescribes minimum curricula and standards forpractical nurses, examines and licenses qualified applicants,accredits practical nurse schools and courses, and conductshearings upon charges calling for discipline of a licensee.






ActualJune 30,1998

$593,439$689,647

$4,725$6,822

None$359,476

22,028428


BudgetJune 30,1999

$585,000$692,334

$4,725$6,000

None$252,141

22,000452



BOARD OF PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR EXAMINERS

Contact: Mr. Jim BrownExecutive Director(225) 763-3556

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:3504

1992

Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public SafetyServices

Active

The board is responsible for examining, licensing, registering,and regulating persons practicing as private investigators andprivate investigator businesses in the state.



None


Members and employees participate in state benefit plans.


$284,848$220,752

None$9,858

None$186,776

1,50050055


June 30,1999$276,400$259,700

None$9,000

None$203,476

1,50030061



BOARD OF PRIVATE SECURITY EXAMINERS

Contact Mr. Wayne R. RogillioExecutive Secretary(225) 295-8486

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:3273

1985


Active

The board is responsible for licensing, regulating, and examiningthe contract security industry. The board is empowered to invokedisciplinary action by fine or revocation or suspension oflicenses.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

$412,410$401,632

None$5,321

None$286,839

8,49857

2,236


BudgetJune 30,1999

$416,050$415,842

None$6,000

None$287,047

10,00060

2,312



BOARD OF REGISTRATION FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERSAND LAND SURVEYORS

Contact: Ms. Alice MartinaAdministrative Manager(225) 295-8522

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:683

1908

Department of Transportation and Development

Active

The board is responsible for examining, certifying, registering,and disciplining engineers and land surveyors in the state.






ActualJune 30,1998$1,019,360

$824,583

$24,108$30,073

None$375,876

21,5091,348

132


BudgetJune 30,1999$1,094,000

$988,702

$25,000$58,000

None$481,174

20,0001,500

150



BOARD OF VETERINARY MEDICINE EXAMINERS

Contact: Mr. Charles MannExecutive Director(225)342-2176

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recomme nd ation

R.S. 37:1515

1908


Active

The board is responsible for examining and determining thequalifications and fitness of applicants for a license to practiceveterinary medicine in the state. The board investigatescomplaints against and disciplines licensees.






Not provided

Not provided

As of February 5, 1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). However, a June 30,1998, audit is on file with thelegislative auditor and the 1999 and 2000 audits are currentlyengaged.




BOARD OF WHOLESALE DRUG DISTRIBUTORS

Contact: Mr. John LiggioExecutive Director(225) 295-8567

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:3463

1988


Active

The board reviews and certifies applicants as wholesale drugdistributors, regulates the distribution of legend drugs,promulgates rules and regulations, monitors compliance with allfederal and state laws and regulations, and conducts inspectionsof wholesale drug facilities. The board does not administerexaminations.




2 unclassified



$137,709$124,168

$1,500$1,400

None$162,469

655Not provided


June 30,1999$143,175$138,174

$3,000$1,800

None$167,470

575Not provided



BOXING AND WRESTLING COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Fielding LewisChairman(318)828-7154

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 4:61

1974


Active

The commission regulates and licenses boxing and wrestlingcontests or exhibitions held, conducted, or given within the state.



None

None

None

Not provided

Not provided

For the second year, the commission did not submit informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). However, a June 30, 1996, annual audit is on filewith the legislative auditor and the 1998 biennial audit is currentlyengaged.




Contact: Ms. Lucille L. McCannDirector(504) 838-5267

CEMETERY BOARD

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 8:61

1974


Active

The board licenses cemeteries and monitors and reviewsperpetual care and merchandise trust funds. The board alsoinvestigates consumer complaints and concerns.



None

2 unclassified


Actual BudgetDecember 31,1997

$140,701$128,618

None$1,410

None$56,825

497NoneNone


December 31,1998$135,475$139,283

None$3,500

None$53,017

488NoneNone



CERTIFIED STRESS ANALYSTS BOARD

Contact: Mr Hezekiah L. ClarkSecretary-Treasurer{504)241-5944

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

(Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:2865

1981


Active

The board certifies and regulates persons who useinstrumentation to analyze changes in voice patterns for thepurpose of detecting deception or verifying truthful statements.



None

None

None

Not provided

Not provided

For the second year, the board did not submit informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2{F). However, a December 31, 1996, audit is on file withthe legislative auditor and the 1998 audit is currently engaged.

In prior reports, we questioned whether this board shouldcontinue to operate because of its limited resources.

The legislature should consider abolishing the board andtransferring its functions to the Department of Public Safety andCorrections, Public Safety Services.



LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORSBOARD OF EXAMINERS

Contact: Ms. Lin FalconAdministrative Assistant(225)765-2515

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:1104

1987


Active

The board is responsible for licensing and regulating personspracticing as mental health counselors and those who use thetitle "licensed professional counselor." The board acceptsexaminations administered by the National Board of CertifiedCounselors.



None




$117,008$100,237

None$5.932

None$105,177

63213


June 30,1999$148,500$123,649

None$8,000

None$130,028

6906



LICENSED PROFESSIONAL VOCATIONAL REHABILITATIONCOUNSELORS BOARD OF EXAMINERS

Contact: Ms. DeVonna PonthieuAdministrative Assistant(225) 924^935

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:3444

1988


Active

The board is responsible for licensing, examining, and regulatingthe practice of rehabilitation counseling in the state.



None

1 unclassified

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$24,675$37,502

NoneNoneNone

$14,682

45615

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$23,560$39,132

None$600None

($890)

46520

None



LICENSING BOARD FOR CONTRACTORS

Contact: Ms. Kelli GautreauxAccountant(225) 765-2301

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:2151

1956


Active

The board is responsible for licensing and regulating contractors.In addition, it is responsible for the health, safety, and generalwelfare of all contractees and the affording of such persons of aneffective and practical protection against the incompetent,inexperienced, unlawful, and fraudulent acts of contractors.


Prior year actual - not provided; current year estimated - notprovided

$75 per meeting



Actual BudgetDecember 31,1997 December 31,1998

$2,448,171 $3,926,982$2,930,410 $3,084,880

$36,732$37,336

None$2,031,351

14,2263,417

160


$31,500$39,818

None$2,873,453

13,5003,200

296



MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Cynthia S. StyronAccountant Technician(504) 838-5207

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 32:1253

1954


Active

The commission regulates and licenses motor vehiclemanufacturers, distributors, new and used car dealers and theiragents, leasing/rental companies, lessors operating in the state,and sales finance companies to prevent fraud, impositions, andother abuses upon the citizens. The board does not examineapplicants for licensure.



$50 per meeting



Not provided

Not provided

As of February 5,1999, the commission had not submittedinformation requested by the legislative auditor in accordancewith R.S. 24:513.2(F). However, a June 30,1998, audit is on filewith the legislative auditor.




NURSING SUPPLY AND DEMAND COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Pat FaxonDepartment of Health and Hospitals(225) 342-4773

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:1007

1991


Inactive

The commission was created to study all aspects of the supply ofand demand for nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses,registered nurses, nurses who have a baccalaureate degree, andnurse educators and to recommend action necessary to theresolution of any shortage of nurses.

Number authorized -14; currently serving - not provided


None

None

None

None

None

For the second year, a representative of the Department ofHealth and Hospitals reported that the commission is currently inan inactive posture. The commission is not fulfilling the functionsfor which it was established by law.

The legislature should consider abolishing the commission.



Contact: Mr. Don TraylorExecutive Director(504) 826-2382

PLUMBING BOARD

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:1361

1924

Department of Labor

Active

The board is responsible for protecting all persons who use andrely upon plumbing and medical gas piping systems for personalor commercial need and for affording protection againstincompetent, inexperienced, or unlawful acts by persons whoperform work on plumbing and medical gas piping systems. Theboard qualifies and examines applicants for plumbers' licensesand serves, licenses, and enforces the law.






ActualJune 30,1998

$488,169$502,049

$11,250$7,864

None$349,194

4,646742513


BudgetJune 30,1999

$496,800$619,201

$18,000$12,000

None$226,793

5,3251,180

450



Contact: Mrs. Vicki H. KingSecretary(225) 389-3836

POLYGRAPH BOARD

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:2835

1980


Active

The board regulates all persons who use polygraphinstrumentation to detect deception or verify the truth ofstatements and provides a system for certification for theseindividuals.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$4,430$1,660

None$762None

$10,561

917

Not provided

BudgetJune 30,1999

$3,560$3,240

None$1,000

None$10,881

917

Not provided

With such limited resources, we question whether this boardshould continue to operate.

The legislature should consider abolishing the board andtransferring its functions to the Department of Public Safety andCorrections, Public Safety Services.



RADIO AND TELEVISION TECHNICIANS BOARD

Contact: Mr. Jessie E. PughAdministrator(225)383-0185

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:2303

1958


Active

The board is responsible for licensing and regulatingprofessionals who service and repair radios, televisions, andrecording devices.



$50 per meeting day

2 unclassified


Not provided

Not provided

As of February 5, 1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). However, a June 30, 1997, biennial audit is on filewith the legislative auditor.




RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY BOARD OF EXAMINERS

Contact: Mr. Richard S. WhitehornExecutive Director(504) 838-5231

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:3201

1984


Active

The board is responsible for examining, licensing, and regulatingqualified applicants as radiologic technologists, and to protect thepublic from the misuse of ionizing radiation.







$113,391$127,193

$19,000$2,847

None$311,932

1,600310

5


June 30,1999$174,500$155,520

$3,500$3,500

None$318,980

5,000320

8



REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS STATE BOARD OFCERTIFICATION

Contact: Mr. Albert RoweAccountant II(225) 925-4789

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:3394

1987


Active

The board is responsible for establishing educationalrequirements for state certified real estate appraisers and forissuing certificates and conducting disciplinary proceedings. Theboard contracts for examination services.




1 classified

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$112,200$96,625

$4,750$5,904

None$59,426

4475


BudgetJune 30,1999

$99,560$124,965

$10,800$16,550

None$34,021

4107



REAL ESTATE COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Albert RoweAccountant II(225) 925-4789

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 37:1432

1920


Active

The commission is responsible for licensing real estate brokers,associate brokers, salesmen, and schools and for regulating thereal estate business in the state. The commission contracts forexamination services.






ActualJune 30,1998$1,741,475$1,446,618

$10,550$39,217

None$2,412,297

19,626120


BudgetJune 30,1999$1,888,265$1,754,871

$16,200$40,200

None$2,545,691

20,895100



USED MOTOR VEHICLE AND PARTS COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Lynette BinningAccountant 2(225) 925-3870

Legal authority

Year created


Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance


Recommendation

R.S. 32:772

1984


Active

The commission licenses and regulates salesmen and salesrepresentatives of used cars and truck dealers; new and usedmotor homes, trailers, semi-trailers, all terrain vehicles, andmotorcycles; automotive dismantlers; parts recyclers; boatdealers; and dealers, manufacturers, and distributors of marineproducts and motorcycles. The commission does not administerexaminations.



$75 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998$1,003,591

$837,165

$7,425$17,306

None$1,136,020

12,466602


BudgetJune 30,1999

$967,835$944,635

$12,600$17,000

None$1,159,220

11,500600


Port Commissionsand Harbor Districts

A board of commissioners administers and operates each of the following portcommissions and harbor districts and regulates commerce and traffic of theseports and harbors in such a manner as may be in the best interest of thepublic. The boards have charge of and administer wharfs, docks, sheds, andlandings and are empowered to construct or acquire and equip wharfs,landings, and other structures useful for the commerce of the port areas. Theport commissions and harbor districts may charge reasonable fees to eachvessel arriving in the port area and may enter into contracts and leases for theuse of the facilities or any part or portion thereof.

Port Commissions and Harbor Districts Page B-1

ABBEVILLE HARBOR AND TERMINAL DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. James CampbellExecutive Director(318)893-9465

Legal authority R.S. 34:333.1

Year created 1954

Status Active

Members Number authorized - 6; currently serving - 6

Number of meetings Prior year actual -13; current year estimated -12

Authorized per diem None

Employees 2 unclassified

Participation in state benefit plans Employees participate in state benefit plans.

Financial/budget information Actual BudgetDecember 31,1997 December 31,1998

Total revenues $436,484 $472,069Total expenses/expenditures $421,379 $467,915which include:Per diem None NoneMembers' travel expenses None NoneMembers' salary None None

Ending Balance $1,116,947 $1,121,358

Recommendation No change recommended.


Page B-2 Port Commissions and Harbor Districts

ALEXANDRIA REGIONAL PORT AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. John F. MarzulloExecutive Director(318)473-1848


Year created 1987

Status Active





Participation in state benefit plans None

Financial/budget information Actual BudgetApril 30,1998 April 30,1999

Total revenues $2,210,044 $1,366,268Total expenses/expenditures $2,217,268 $1,519,496which include:Per diem None NoneMembers' travel expenses None NoneMembers' salary None None

Ending Balance $263,296 $110,068




AVOYELLES PARISH PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Gene BrittonPresident(318)346-7011

Legal authority R. S. 34:1801

Year created 1960

Status Active




Employees None


Financial/budget information None

Comments The commission is in the process of negotiating a lease with aprivate party. The commission could begin receiving funds in thespring of 1999.

Recommendation No change recommended at this time.



CADDO-BOSSIER PARISHES PORT COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Ms. Gloria WashingtonDirector of Administrative Services(318)861-4981

Legal authority R.S. 34:3158

Year created 1962

Status Active







Total revenues $16,748,550 $31,208,650Total expensestexpenditures $7,496,868 $29,444,646which include:Per diem None NoneMembers' travel expenses $29,110 $25,000Members' salary None None

Ending Balance $1,578,480 $3,342,484




CATAHOULA PARISH PORT COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Ms. Shelia ClarkCatahoula Parish Police Jury(318)744-5435

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:2151

1964

Never fully organized

Number authorized - 7; currently serving - none

Prior year actual - none; current year estimated - none

None

None

None

None

For the fifth year, a representative of the Catahoula Parish PoliceJury informed us that the commissioners have never beenappointed. The commission is not fulfilling the functions forwhich it was established by law.




COLUMBIA PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Bruce FrazierPresident(318)649-5988

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1901

1962

Active


Prior year actual - not provided; current year estimated -12

None

None

None


$15,926None

NoneNoneNone

$123,445


$15,742$12,134

NoneNoneNone

$124,553

The port has one warehouse leased and is currently searchingfor more lessees.




CONCORDIA PARISH PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Robbie ShirleyConcordia Parish Police Jury(318)336-7151

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1851

1960

Inactive



None

None

None

None

For the fifth year, a representative of the Concordia Parish PoliceJury informed us that there have been no appointments to thecommission. The commission is not fulfilling the functions forwhich it was established by law.




EAST CAMERON PORT COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. Darrell WilliamsSecretary(318)775-5718

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recom mend ation

R.S. 34:2501

1962

Active



None

1 part-time

None


$67,611$13,495

NoneNoneNone

$815,129


$68,815$12,800

NoneNoneNone

$871,144

Administrative duties of the commission are performed byemployees of the Cameron Parish Police Jury.




GRAND ISLE PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Andy GallianoSecreta ry-Treasure r(504) 878-2500


Year created 1982

Status Active




Employees None


Financial/budget information Actual BudgetJune 30,1998 June 30,1999






GRANT PARISH PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Randy BriggsGrant Parish Police Jury(318)627-3157

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:2351

1966




None

None

None

None

For the sixth year, a representative of the Grant Parish PoliceJury informed us that commissioners have never beenappointed. The commission is not fulfilling the functions forwhich it was established by taw.




GREATER BATON ROUGE PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Al StarnsDirector of Finance(225) 342-1660

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1221

1952

Active



$75 per meeting



ActualOctober 31,1998

$3,690,829$4,402,407

$22,650$2,459

None$16,454,610


BudgetOctober 31,1999

$4,241,000$5,061,406

$27,000$22,000

None$15,186,753



GREATER KROTZ SPRINGS PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Gary SoileauExecutive Director(318)566-8867


Year created 1956

Status Active

Members Number authorized -11; currently serving -11

Number of meetings Prior year actual - 36; current year estimated - 36

Authorized per diem $75 per meeting




Total revenues $250,234 $264,417Total expenses/expenditures $304,169 $330,466which include:Per diem $24,300 $24,300Members' travel expenses $6,308 NoneMembers' salary None None

Ending Balance $2,587,022 $2,520,973



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GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Susan MartinAccountant Administrator I(504) 632-6701

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1651

1960

Active







$6,497,709$8,243,396

$28,600$2,780

None$28,743,908


December 31,1998$7,645,350$6,568,260

$30,000$3,000

None$33,820,828



GREATER OUACHITA PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Christi MeauxDirectorGovernor's Office of Boards and Commissions(225)342-0919

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1401

1998

Not fully organized



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Governor's Office informed usOctober 19,1998, that no appointments had been made to thecommission.

No change recommended at this time.


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JEFFERSON PARISH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND PORTDISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Scott A. AdamsExecutive Director(504)833-1881


Year created 1963

Status Active




Employees 6 classified; 12 unclassified








LAFAYETTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Gregg GothreauxPresident and Chief Executive Officer(318)234-2986

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:291

1971

Active



None


None

Not provided

As of January 20,1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). However, a December 31, 1997, audit is on file withthe legislative auditor and the 1998 and 1999 audits are currentlyengaged.




LAKE CHARLES HARBOR AND TERMINAL DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Glenwood W. WisemanExecutive Director(318)439-3661

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:201

1924

Active



None




$21,493,945$18,023,648

None$40,805

None$141,851,431


December 31,1998$22,356,582$18,593,930

None$40,810

None$146,478,398



LAKE PROVIDENCE PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Wyly GilfoilPort Director(318)559-2365


Year created 1958

Status Active







Total revenues $509,252 $1,133,921Total expenses/expenditures $479,276 $1,145,490which include:Per diem None NoneMembers' travel expenses None NoneMembers' salary None None





MADISON PARISH PORT COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Ms. Kathy W. JobeSecretary-Treasurer(318)574-2181


Year created 1966

Status Active












MERMENTAU RIVER HARBOR AND TERMINAL DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. John F. CratonAttorney(318)785-1000


Year created 1976

Status Active




Employees None




Ending Balance Not provided Not provided




MORGAN CITY HARBOR AND TERMINAL DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Jerry L HoffpauirExecutive Director(504) 384-0850


Year created 1952

Status Active




Employees 2 classified; 2 unclassified; 1 part-time




Ending Balance $1,214,695 $688,721




NATCHITOCHES PARISH PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. David B. CarsonPresident(318)352-7652

Legal authority R.S. 34.3151

Year created 1975

Status Active




Employees 2 classified



Total revenues $391,016 $418,000Total expenses/expenditures $1,110,289 $931,051which include:Per diem None NoneMembers' travel expenses $6,639 $7,000Members' salary $56,900 $57,000





POINTE COUPEE PORT, HARBOR AND TERMINAL DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact; Mr. George DelauneCertified Public Accountant(225) 492-3367

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:2451

1967

Active

Number authorized - 7; currently sewing - unknown


None

None

None

Not provided

As of January 20,1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R. S.24:513.2{F). However, a December 31, 1997, audit is on file withthe legislative auditor and the 1998, 1999, and 2000 audits arecurrently engaged.




PORT OF IBERIA DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Roy A. PontiffExecutive Director(318)364-1065


Year created 1938

Status Active







Total revenues $1,134,253 $1,252,827Total expenses/expenditures $572,229 $679,800which include:Per diem None NoneMembers' travel expenses $11,488 $24,500Members' salary None None

Ending Balance $29,142,594 $29,715,821




PORT OF NEW ORLEANSBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Michael G. SigurTeam Leader/Financial Services(504) 528-3346

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1

1896

Active



None




$45,120,597$51,267,289

None$32,441

None$366,672,335


June 30,1999$64,369,380$88,988,879

None$40,000

None$367,843,545



RAPIDES PARISH PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Angle RichmondRapides Parish Police Jury{318)473-6660

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:3201

1975

inactive



None

None

None

None

For the sixth year, a representative of the Rapides Parish PoliceJury informed us that there have been no appointments to thecommission. The commission is not fulfilling the functions forwhich it was established by law.




RED RIVER PARISH PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Dayton CarlisleSecretary(318)932-4465

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:3166

1975

Active



None

None

None

None

The Red River Waterway Commission is paying the portcommission's engineering, surveying, appraisal and legal fees.As of November 5, 1998, these fees totaled approximately$19,267.




SOUTH LOUISIANA PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Cindy L. MartinFinance Director(504) 652-9278

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:2471

1975

Active



None



Actual BudgetApril 30,1998

$11,178.726$8,861,423

None$25,403

None$19,173,688


April 30,1999$13,928,518

None

None$52,000

None$20,590,806



SOUTH TANGIPAHOA PARISH PORT COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. Fred M. BullingerInterim Executive Director(504) 386-9309

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1951

1962

Active



$75 per meeting

2 unclassified



$485,348$142,998

$7,500NoneNone

$244,778


December 31,1998$506,445$308,000

$10,000NoneNone

$225,787



ST. BERNARD PORT, HARBOR AND TERMINAL DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mrs. Linda DufourSupervisor of Accounting(504)277-8418

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1701

1961

Active



None

24 unclassified



None$21,470$46,000

$2,107,497


June 30,1999$18,193,018$17,869,415

None$22,000$46,000

$2,431,100



ST. TAMMANY PARISH PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Mary SpellSt. Tammany Parish Police Jury(504) 898-2522

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:2001

1963




None

None

None

None

For the sixth year, a representative of the St. Tammany ParishPolice Jury informed us that the commissioners have never beenappointed. The commission is not fulfilling the functions forwhich it was established by law.




TENSAS PARISH PORT COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Ms. Jane M. NettervilleSecreta ry-Treasu re r(318)766-3232

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:2281

1964

Active



None

None

None

None

Commission members were appointed in August 1995. Thecommission continues to meet and discuss the possibilities ofconstructing a port, even though the commission has no sourcesof revenue. The commission applied for but was denied fundingthrough the port priority program. The commission is not fulfillingthe functions for which it was established by law.




TERREBONNE PORT COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Ms. Kayla DupreAccountant(504) 873-6446

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:2201

1964

Active



None

None

None


$95$554

NoneNoneNone

$2,226


None$1,058

NoneNoneNone

$1,168

Administrative duties of the commission are performed byemployees of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government.




TWIN PARISH PORT COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. Wendell R. VerretAttorney(318)988-3875


Year created 1959

Status Active

Members Number authorized -11; currently serving -11



Employees None








VIDALIA PORT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Ken DavisMayor's Office, City of Vidalia(318)336-5206

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

R.S. 34:1861 and 34:3141

1981

Active

Number authorized - 5; currently serving - not provided

Prior year actual - none; current year estimated - 6

None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

NoneNoneNoneNone

BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$600NoneNone

Recommendation

The commission is created in two separate sections of Title 34 ofthe Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. A representative of theCity of Vidalia informed us that the commission was inactive priorto September 1997, at which time members were appointed tothe commission.




VINTON HARBOR AND TERMINAL DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Charles CoppelsPresident(318)589-7453

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:334.1

1956

Active



$35 per meeting

1 part-time

None

Not provided

For the second year, the board has not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). However, a December 31, 1997, audit is on file withthe legislative auditor and the 1998 audit is currently engaged.




WASHINGTON PARISH PORT COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:3351

1985


Number authorized -10; currently serving - none


None

None

None

None

For the fourth year, a representative of the Governor's Officeinformed us that commission members have never beenappointed. The commission is not fulfilling the functions forwhich it was established by law.




WEST CALCASIEU PORT, HARBOR, AND TERMINAL DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Darla B. PerryCertified Public Accountant(318)528-4000


Year created 1964

Status Active




Employees None



Total revenues $120,780 $119,450Total expenses/expenditures $75,824 $77,650which include:Per diem None NoneMembers' travel expenses $5,153 $5,400Members' salary None None

Ending Balance $1,329,497 $1,371,297




WEST CAMERON PORT COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. Edwin A. KelleySecretary-Treasurer(318)775-5493

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:2441

1968

Active



None

None

None

Not provided

As of January 20, 1999, the commission had not submittedinformation requested by the legislative auditor in accordancewith R.S. 24:513.2(F). However, commission activities aremanaged and accounted for by the Cameron Parish Police Jury.The jury's 1997 audit is on file with the legislative auditor and the1998 and 1999 audits are currently engaged.




WEST ST. MARY PARISH PORT AND HARBOR DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Ms. Audrey L. BoudreauxOffice Manager(318)828-3410

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:334.31

1976

Active



None


None


$451,256$600,923

NoneNoneNone

$805,764



$419,654$332,315

NoneNoneNone

$893,103


Levee Districts

A board of commissioners administers the operations of each of the followinglevee districts. These boards have the authority to locate, relocate, construct,maintain, extend, and improve all levees, embankments, seawalls, jetties,breakwaters, water-basins, and other works to ensure the adequateprotection of the lands of the districts from damage by flood.

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ATCHAFALAYA BASIN LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Debora AvantsAdministrative Specialist(225) 387-2249

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291 (A)

1890

Active







$31,725$13,749$10,806

$6,672,508


June 30,1999$3,359,600$3,498,085

$37,800$15,000$12,000

$5,499,690


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BOSSIER LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Mary Jane EasterlyAdministrative Manager(318)965-0668

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(B)

1892

Active



$75 per meeting



ActualJune 30,1998$1,047,982

$785,973

$7,500$8,387

$10,236$2,817,065


BudgetJune 30,1999

$979,850$1,207,718

$13,600$14,000$10,236

$2,589,197



CADDO LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Gaylyn BellAssistant Secretary(318)221-2654

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(C)

1892

Active



$75 per meeting day




$7,350$6,425

None$13,210,753


June 30,1999$1,385,000

$13,743,500

$18,900$20,000

None$906,036



EAST JEFFERSON LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Royce PayneAccountant(504) 733-0087

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(0)

1979

Active



$75 per meeting



ActualJune 30,1998$4,656,183$4,997,488

$9,750$3,580

$12,000$8,711,659


BudgetJune 30,1999$4,397,000$5,235,690

$10,800$10,000$12,000

$7,872,969



FIFTH LOUISIANA LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Nancy G. WhittenAdministrative Assistant(318)574-2206

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291 (E)

1853

Active






ActualJune 30,1998

$917,126$739,047

$5,468$9,431

$12,000$426,804


BudgetJune 30,1999

$756,450$626,657

$6,559$8,043

$12,000$556,484



GRAND ISLE INDEPENDENT LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Patricia BellangerSecretary(504) 787-3753

Legal authority R.S. 38:291(8)

Year created 1992

Status Active




Employees 1 unclassified; 1 part-time



Total revenues $841,655 $88,000Total expenses/expenditures $838,893 $79,281which include:Per diem $3,900 $5,400Members' travel expenses $2,695 $10,000Members' salary $12,000 $12,000





LAFOURCHE BASIN LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Kenneth PeltierPresident(504) 265-7545

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(F)

1892

Active



$75 per meeting



ActualJune 30,1998$2,530,665$2,228,461

NoneNoneNone

$4,058,304


BudgetJune 30,1999$2,244,316$2,737,748

NoneNoneNone

$3,564,872



LAKE BORGNE BASIN LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Daniel S. CaludaManager(504) 682-5941

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(G)

1892

Active



None




$4,806,655$4,296,107

None$1,000

None$5,467,468


December 31,1998$3,143,000$3,436,000

None$1,000

None$5,174,468



NATCHITOCHES LEVEE AND DRAINAGE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Cliff ConineAssistant Secretary and Attorney(318)357-1853

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291 (H)

1938

Active



$75 per meeting

4 classified; 2 part-time


ActualJune 30,1998

$321,518$409,910

$7,350$541None

$411,220


BudgetJune 30,1999

$267,980$267,980

$7,350$466None

$366,935


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NINETEENTH LOUISIANA LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Emma F. HydeClerk(318)627-3261


Year created 1930

Status Active




Employees 2 part-time



Total revenues $32,149 $39,400Total expenses/expenditures $24,985 $34,795which include:Per diem $1,800 $1,800Members' travel expenses None $900Members' salary None None





NORTH BOSSIER LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. James D. SoutherlandSecretary(318)965-2316

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(J)

1906

Active



$50 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$6,544$8,842

$400NoneNone

$30,769

BudgetJune 30,1999

$5,500$1,900

$400NoneNone

$34,369

The district consists of about one mile of levee. The president ofthe district has expressed a desire to merge with the BossierLevee District; however the Bossier Levee District is notinterested in merging the two districts.

The legislature should consider merging North Bossier LeveeDistrict and Bossier Levee District.



NORTH LAFOURCHE CONSERVATION, LEVEE, AND DRAINAGEDISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Carol LeBlancAdministrative Assistant(504) 537-2244


Year created 1992

Status Active


Number of meetings Prior year actual - 21; current year estimated -18


Employees 1 part-time



Total revenues $482,315 Not providedTotal expenses/expenditures $226,146 Not providedwhich include:Per diem $10,500 $14,000Members' travel expenses $92 $1,000Members' salary None None

Ending Balance $1,279,112 Not provided



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ORLEANS LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Mary E. Herbert, CPA, CGFMComptroller(504) 243-4068

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291 (K)

1890

Active






ActualJune 30,1998

$46,378,059$56,300,948

$8,025$2,861

None$29,173,331


BudgetJune 30,1999$37,578,436$47,744,534

$21,600$500None

$19,007,233



PONTCHARTRAIN LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Aubrey J. LaPlacePresident(225) 869-9721

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291 (L)

1895

Active



$75 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998$4,357,654$5,289,883

$17,925$2,829

None$9,301,656


BudgetJune 30,1999$4,381,800$4,557,155

$21,600$6,000$8,400

$9,126,301



RED RIVER LEVEE AND DRAINAGE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Carrol SmithSecretary{318)932-6615

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(N)

1936

Active



$75 per meeting day

2 part-time

None

Not provided

As of January 20, 1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). However, a June 30, 1997, biennial audit is on filewith the legislative auditor and the 1999 biennial audit is currentlyengaged.




RED RIVER, ATCHAFALAYA AND BAYOU BOEUF LEVEEDISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact Ms. Rita MaloneyAccounting Specialist II(318)443-9646

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291 (M)

1890

Active




8 unclassified


ActualJune 30,1998


$9,300$1.915

$12,000Not provided


BudgetJune 30,1999Not providedNot provided

$9,300$2,000

$12,000Not provided



SOUTH LAFOURCHE LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact; Mr. Windell A. CuroleGeneral Manager(504) 632-7554

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(P)

1968

Active



$75 per meeting day




$894,882$916,474

$8,925$3,001

None$1,222,849


June 30,1999$5,039,800$5,289,800

$15,300$3,570

None$972,849



TENSAS BASIN LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. John StringerExecutive Director(318)728-4446

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(Q)

1881

Active






ActualJune 30,1998$2,996,312$2,712,924

$9,525$26,168$12,000

$7,068,324


BudgetJune 30,1999$2,808,558$4,324,000

$16,000$23,000$12,000

$5,552,882



TERREBONNE LEVEE AND CONSERVATION DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. James E. ErnyExecutive DirectorNorth Terrebonne Parish Drainage

and Conservation District(504) 857-9666

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(U)

1997

Not fully organized

Number authorized - 7; currently serving - None


None

None

None

None

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District was created tocombine South Terrebonne Parish Tidewater Management andConservation District and North Terrebonne Parish Drainage andConservation District. Terrebonne Levee and ConservationDistrict will receive ad valorem tax revenue and distribute it to theother two districts until January 2000, at which time the other twodistricts will cease to exist.




WEST JEFFERSON LEVEE DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Harry CahillPresident(504)340-0318

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:291(R)

1980

Active



$75 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998$2,918,858$2,691,808

$20,100$10,189$12,000

$227,304


BudgetJune 30,1999$2,690,449$2,690,449

$20,100$7,000

$12,000None


Other Boards,Commissions, andLike Entities

Other boards, commissions, and like entities include such entities created bylaw or executive order to carry out specific governmental functions, but whichare not authorized to perform a licensing function, are not created under thestatutes that establish port and harbor commissions or levee districts, and areneither budget units of the state nor included within a budget unit of the state.These entities, some of which are political subdivisions or advisory in nature,perform a variety of governmental functions.

Other Boards, Commissions, and Like Entities Page D-1

ADVISORY COMMISSION ON TEACHER EDUCATIONAND CERTIFICATION

Contact: Ms. Diane R. GarboDirector(225) 342-3490

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17:31

1986

Board of Elementary and Secondary Education

Active

The commission is responsible for advising the state Board ofElementary and Secondary Education in areas relating tostandards for teacher certification and certification programs.



None

None

None

None



Page D-2 Other Boards, Commissions, and Like Entities

ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR THE REGULATIONAND CONTROL OF WATER WELL DRILLERS

Contact: Mr. Z. B. "Bo" BolourchiChief of Water Resources SectionDepartment of Transportation and Development(225) 379-1434

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 38:3098.6

1982


Active

The committee serves in an advisory capacity and makesrecommendations to the Department of Transportation andDevelopment on the licensing, qualifications, and standards ofconduct for those engaged in the business of drilling, or thoseabandoning, water wells and holes in the state.



None

None

None

None




ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON ASSISTED LIVING

Contact: Ms. Sandra VictorDepartment of Health and Hospitals(225) 342-2893

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 46:2675

1997


Active

The advisory committee provides input to the Department ofHealth and Hospitals in the development and implementation ofthe Medicaid Assisted Living Pilot Project.


Prior year actual - 5; current year estimated -1

None

None

None

None




ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOSPICE CARE

Contact: Ms. Susan DrongowskiDepartment of Health and Hospitals(504) 838-8944

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 40:2191

1988


Active

The committee has the responsibility to advise and makerecommendations to the Department of Health and Hospitalsconcerning matters of hospice services in the state.



None

None

None

None




ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON MIDWIFERY

Contact: Mrs. Delmar RorisonExecutive DirectorBoard of Medical Examiners(504) 524-6763

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:3242

1988


Active

The committee advises the state Board of Medical Examiners onall matters dealing with licensing of midwifery practitioners andon regulations relating to midwifery practitioners.



None

None

None

None

R.S. 37:3242(E) states that the committee may meet as needed,but shall meet at least twice a year. The committee did not meetin 1997 and 1998. The committee is not fulfilling the functions forwhich it was established by law.

The legislature should consider abolishing the committee.



ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON PAIN


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 37:1285.2

1997


Active

The committee is responsible for examining current andproposed practice guidelines on pain management, identifyingproblems in current treatment and practice guidelines, andmaking any recommendations to the state Board of MedicalExaminers concerning practice guidelines on pain management.



None

None

None

None




ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVELEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Contact: Ms. Marlene RitterSection Supervisor(225) 342-3356

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 17:3762

1988

Department of Education

Inactive

The council was established as an advisor to the Board ofElementary and Secondary Education in matters concerning theAdministrative Leadership Academy, which is responsible forassessing the needs; developing programs and budgets; anddeveloping, publicizing, and implementing workshops, courses,and activities designed to meet the needs of all levels of publicschool administrators whose positions require teachercertification.



None

None

None

None

For the second year, a representative of the Department ofEducation reported that the council is inactive. The council is notfulfilling the functions for which it was created.

The legislature should consider abolishing the council.



ADVISORY COUNCIL ON EARLY IDENTIFICATION OFHEARING IMPAIRMENT IN INFANTS

Contact: Ms. Linda RoseDirector(504) 568-5028

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 46:2265

1992


Active

The council advises the Office of Public Health on variousaspects of the development and implementation of the EarlyIdentification of Hearing Impairments in Infants Law. Thisincludes making recommendations on risk factors for hearingloss, program standards and quality assurance, programintegration with community resources, materials for distribution,and program implementation and follow-up.



None

None

None

None




ADVISORY COUNCIL ON THE CHILD CARE ANDDEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM

Contact: Ms. Vera W. BlakesAssistant Secretary(225) 342-3950

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-59

1996

Department of Social Services

Active

The council's duties include making recommendations to thesecretary of the Department of Social Services regarding theexpenditure and disbursement of child care and developmentblock grant funds, and for improving, modernizing, and updatingthe quality of child care at the day care centers which operatewithin the state.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$1,857

NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$2,500

NoneNone


PageD-10 Other Boards, Commissions, and Like Entities

ADVISORY PANEL FOR THE EDUCATION OF CHILDREN WITHEXCEPTIONALITIES

Contact: Ms. Virginia BeridonAssistant SuperintendentSpecial Educational Services(225) 342-3633

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 17:1954

1998


Active

The panel shall advise the Department of Education of unmetneeds within the state in the education of children withdisabilities; in developing evaluations and reporting on data; indeveloping corrective action plans to address findings identifiedin federal monitoring reports; and in developing and implementingpolicies relating to the coordination of services for children withdisabilities.

Number authorized - unlimited; currently serving -13


None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$3,280

NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$3,500

NoneNone



AGRICULTURAL FINANCE AUTHORITY

Contact: Mr. Frank MillicanAssistant CommissionerDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry(225)922-1292

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 3:264

1983

Department of Agriculture and Forestry

Active

The authority is responsible for providing capital at lower interestrates for loans made by lending institutions to farmers andcommercial agricultural businesses through a bond program.



$40 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998$2,024,875$1,995,075

$240$362None

$1,256,125

Budget information was not provided.




AIRPORT AUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. Glen D. SmithChairman(504) 737-1600

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 2:654

1992

Active

The authority was created to acquire, construct, lease, operate,maintain, or manage airports and airport facilities, except forthese which existed prior to 1992, either within or outside theterritorial boundaries of the authority.



$50 per meeting day

None

None

None

A representative of the authority informed us that the authorityhas applied for federal funding.




ALARM SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Mr Boyd PettyState Fire Marshal's Office(225)925-4911

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 40:1662.13

1995


Active

The board advises the state fire marshal with respect toadministration and enforcement of laws relating to alarmservices. The board also votes on requests for equivalency totraining.



None

None

None

None




ALGIERS DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Tamer AcikalinChairman(504) 392-2828

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 33:2740.27

1992

Unknown

The board is responsible for preparing a plan which specifiespublic improvements, facilities, and services proposed to befurnished, constructed, or acquired for the district. The board isalso charged with conducting public hearings to inform thecitizens of the district of its plan.



None

None

None

Not provided

As of January 20, 1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F).



Other Boards, Commissions, and Like Entities PageD-15

ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY AND ANTIQUITIES COMMISSION

Contact: Dr. Thomas EubanksDirectorDivision of Archaeology(225)342-8170

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 41:1602

1974


Active

The commission advises the Department of Culture, Recreationand Tourism on matters relative to archaeology, antiquities, andother culture resources in an effort to protect and preserveproperties relating to the history, culture, and government of thestate.

Number authorized -11; currently serving - 9


None

None

None

None




ARCHITECTS SELECTION BOARD

Contact; Mr. Roy BrownFiscal Officer(225) 342-0820

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:2311

1975

Executive Department

Active

The board is responsible for selecting professional architects forprofessional service contracts to perform the design work on allcapital outlay projects with a construction cost greater than$200,000.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$612NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$662NoneNone



ARTIFICIAL REEF DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Rick KasprzakArtificial Reef Coordinator(225) 765-2375

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 56:639.6

1986

Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

Inactive

The council is responsible for overseeing the development andimplementation of the Louisiana Artificial Reef Development Plan.The council is charged with providing guidance to theDepartment of Wildlife and Fisheries on policy and proceduralmatters concerning the program and making recommendationsto the department regarding the allocation of funds to variousprogram components.



None

None

None

None

According to information submitted to us, the council did not meetin 1997 or 1998 and has no plans to meet in 1999. The council isnot fulfilling the functions for which it was established by law.




Contact: Mr. James BordersDirectorDivision of the Arts(225)342-8180

ARTS COUNCIL

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:891

1976


Active

The council is responsible for receiving applications for matchingfederal funds available from the National Endowment for the Artsand such other funds made available and makingrecommendations thereon; reviewing and approving or rejectinggrant applications; advising departmental officers on the designand execution of an annual state plan; and administering theLouisiana native crafts program.



None

None

None

None




ASCENSION-ST. JAMES AIRPORT AND TRANSPORTATIONAUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Janet GonzalesSecretary(225)644-1959

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 2:341

1982


Active

The authority is responsible for managing the airport upon itscompletion. The Department of Transportation and Developmentis responsible for land acquisition and construction of facilities.Upon completion of the construction, the facilities will be turnedover to the authority, which will be responsible for their operation.



$75 per meeting

1 unclassified

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$93,288$54,966

$6,125NoneNone

$6,410,151


BudgetJune 30,1999

$90,000$90,000

$7,500NoneNone

$6,410,151



ASSESSORS' RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Ms. Cathy R. WellsExecutive Director(225) 928-8886

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 11:1401

1950

Active

The board is responsible for buying and selling securities forinvestment of surplus monies of the fund to allow disabilitypayments and retirement allowances for assessors andassessor's employees and to otherwise administer the fund.




2 unclassified

None

ActualSeptember 30,1998

$10,124,394$349,570

$3,075$2,927

None$62,864,720


BudgetSeptember 30,1999


$4,125$4,988




ASSOCIATED BRANCH PILOTS FOR THE PORT OFNEW ORLEANS FEE COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. John L. Levine, Jr.Chairman(504)831-6615

Legal authority

Year created

Status

P u rpose/f u notion

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1121

1968

Inactive

The commission governs the rates of the Associated BranchPilots for the Port of New Orleans and is authorized to holdhearings, subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, and takedepositions to resolve disputes in matters of pilotage rates andother commission business.



None

None

None

None

The commission has not held a meeting in at least five years andhas no plans to meet during the current year. The commission isnot fulfilling the functions for which it was established by law.




ASSOCIATED BRANCH PILOTS OF THE PORT OFLAKE CHARLES FEE COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Malcolm GillisCommissioner(318)436-0372

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 34:1121

1968

Active

The commission governs the rates of the Associated BranchPilots of the Port of Lake Charles and is authorized to holdhearings, subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, takedepositions, to resolve disputes regarding pilotage rates, andother commission business.


Prior year actual - 4; current year estimated - as necessary

None

None

None

None




ATCHAFALAYA BASIN ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Sandra ThompsonExecutive DirectorAtchafalaya Basin Program(225) 342-0560

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 30:2000.8

1998

Department of Natural Resources

Active

The committee shall advise the Atchafalaya Basin Programwithin the Department of Natural Resources and the AtchafalayaBasin Promotion and Research Board on the implementation ofthe state master plan of the Atchafalaya Basin Floodway System.



None

None

None

None




ATCHAFALAYA BASIN PROMOTIONAND RESEARCH BOARD

Contact: Ms. Sandra ThompsonExecutive DirectorAtchafalaya Basin Program(225) 342-0560

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 30:2000.5

1998


Active

The board is charged with the oversight of the Atchafalaya BasinProgram duties and functions relating to the Atchafalaya BasinFloodway System and the state's master plan.



None

None

None

None




ATCHAFALAYA TRACE COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Beverly ShawFiscal OfficerDepartment of Culture, Recreation and Tourism(225)342-8198

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 25:1222

1997


Not fully organized

In general, the main goals of the Atchafalaya Trace Commissionare to appropriately plan and promote the Trace Area as aheritage tourist destination; coordinate tourism promotion andother development efforts within the Trace Area; inventory,preserve, conserve and interpret the cultural, historic, natural,and scenic resources of the Trace Area and the Basin;encourage appropriate economic development and revitalizationwithin the Trace Area; create an overall management plan for theTrace Area; designate a Trace Driving Corridor by linkingtogether a number of Scenic Byways; and seek National HeritageArea designation for the Trace Area.



None

1 unclassified


None

The commission was initially funded in July 1998. It should beformed and have its first meeting by the spring of 1999.




AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE PLAN GOVERNING COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. Donald J. McLean, Jr.Assistant Commissioner(225)342-1012

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 22:1417 (B)

1993

Department of Insurance

Active

The committee is responsible for overseeing casualty insurancerates for individuals who are unable to procure such insurancethrough ordinary methods.



None

None

None

None




BAYOU D'ARBONNE LAKE WATERSHED DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Robert G. DawkinsPresident(318)251-3171

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:2551

1956

Active

The board is charged with the conservation of soil and water anddeveloping the natural resources and wealth of the district forsanitary, agricultural, and recreational purposes, as the samemay be conducive to the public health, safety, convenience orwelfare, or of public utility or benefit.



None

None

None


$268,913$254,573

NoneNoneNone

$179,305



$29,200$69,476

NoneNoneNoneNone



BAYOU LAFOURCHE FRESH WATER DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Kirk CheramieAdministrator(504)447-7155

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

Act 186 of 1970

1950

Active

The board is charged with furnishing fresh water from theMississippi River to the incorporated villages, towns, and citiesalong Bayou Lafourche and within or adjacent to the boundariesof the district for purposes of drinking, irrigation, and industrialuses.



$50 per meeting




$912,791$628,533

$3,350NoneNone

$1,531,849



$822,732$680,400

$3,000NoneNone

$1,674,181



BEEF INDUSTRY COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Robert H. FelknorAdministrative Assistant(225) 343-3491

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 3:555.4

1978


Active

The council is responsible for receiving and disbursing funds tohelp develop, maintain, and expand markets for cattle and beefproducts produced, processed, or manufactured in the state andpermitting the cattle production and feeding industry of the stateto contribute to the development and sustenance of coordinatedprograms of product improvement.



None

Unknown

None

Not provided

As of January 20,1999, the council had not submittedinformation requested by the legislative auditor in accordancewith R.S. 24:513.2(F). However, a June 30, 1998, audit is on filewith the legislative auditor.




BELGIUM-LOUISIANA JOINT COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. David CheramieDirectorCouncil for the Development of

French in Louisiana(318)262-5810

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-72

1996


Active

The committee meets, at regular intervals, with appropriateauthorities of the French community of Belgium to arrange forand organize educational, cultural, and touristic exchanges.



None

None

None

None

A representative of CODOF1L reported that the committee did notmeet in 1998 and has no intentions of meeting in 1999. All of thecommittee functions are performed by CODOFIL. Thecommittee is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by executive order.

The governor should consider abolishing the committee.



BI-STATE CORRIDOR COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. M. D. LeComteCoordinating and Development Corporation(318)632-2022

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 48:1702

1991

Active

The commission initiates and coordinates research, studies, andgathering of information on the construction, expansion,improvement, or extension of a route running through SabineParish, through Arkansas, and to the Oklahoma state line.



None

None

None

None




BOARD OF ELECTION SUPERVISORS

Contact: Ms. Carol H. GuidryAssistant Commissioner of

Management and Finance(225) 925-7885

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 18:23

1950

Department of State

Active

The board reviews election laws and procedures used inconducting elections in the state; reports its findings,observations, and recommendations annually to the legislature;and serves as a clearinghouse for proposed election-relatedlegislation.



None

None

None

None




BOARD OF EXAMINERS FOR NEW ORLEANS AND BATON ROUGESTEAMSHIP PILOTS FOR THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER

Contact: Mr, Martin W. GouldPresident(504) 832-8956

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 34:1042

1942

Active

The board is required to report immediately to the governor allcases of neglect of duty, habitual drunkenness, and grossviolations of its rules. Upon referral by the governor, the board isrequired to investigate the cases and report its findings to thegovernor recommending, if justified, a penalty.


Prior year actual - none; current year estimated - as necessary

None

None

None

None




BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF BAR PILOTS FOR THEPORT OF NEW ORLEANS

Contact: Mr. Paul S. VogtChairman(504) 833-5594

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 34:942

1865

Active

The board is responsible for setting rules and regulations togovern bar pilots and administer examinations as necessary tomaintain the number of pilots required by the board.



None

None

None

None




BOARD OF MORGAN CITY, BERWICK PORT PILOTCOMMISSIONERS AND EXAMINERS

Contact: Mr. Thomas GoyneChairman(504) 384-0850

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 34:1101

1962

Active

The board is responsible for regulating pilots and masters andowners of vessels plying the navigable waters on the lowerAtchafalaya River and through the channel into the Gulf ofMexico by way of Oyster Bayou Light and Eugene Island Light.



None

None

None

None




BOARD OF NEW ORLEANS AND BATON ROUGE STEAMSHIPPILOT REVIEW FOR THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER

Contact Mr. Martin W. GouldPresidentBoard of Examiners for the New Orleans

and Baton Rouge Steamship Pilots(504) 832-8956

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 34:1049

1983

Not provided

The board is responsible for establishing rules and regulationsrelative to hearing complaints of misconduct of any bar pilot andconducting hearings of any such complaints.



None

None

None

None




BOARD OF REVIEW OF THE ASSOCIATED BRANCH PILOTSFOR THE PORT OF NEW ORLEANS

Contact: Mr. Paul S. VogtChairmanBoard of Examiners of Bar Pilots

for the Port of New Orleans(504) 833-5594

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 34:962

1988

Active

The board is responsible for establishing rules and regulationsrelative to hearing complaints of misconduct of any bar pilot andconducting hearings of any such complaints.



None

None

None

None




BOARD OF RIVER PORT PILOT COMMISSIONERS AND EXAMINERSFOR THE PORT OF LAKE CHARLES

Contact: Mr. Malcolm GillisCommissioner(318)436-0372

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1072

1928

Unknown

The board establishes rules and regulations that are necessaryfor the purpose of regulating pilots, pilot associations, masters,and owners of vessels plying the navigable waters within theboard's jurisdiction. The board makes recommendations to thegovernor for the commission of new pilots and for discipline forany pilot wrong doing.



None

None

None

Not provided

For the second year, the board did not submit informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). There is no indication that the board is fulfilling thefunctions for which it was established by law.

The legislature should consider abolishing the board.



BOARD OF RIVER PORT PILOT COMMISSIONERS FORTHE PORT OF NEW ORLEANS

Contact: Mr, Donald ShortPresident(504) 392-8001

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:991

1950

Unknown

The board is responsible for formulating rules and regulationsestablishing qualifications of river port pilots, providing for theexamination and approval of apprentices, and policing river portpilots in the performance of their duties.



None

None

None

Not provided

As of January 20, 1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F).




BOARD OF RIVER PORT PILOT REVIEW FOR THEPORT OF NEW ORLEANS

Contact: Mr. Donald ShortMember(504)392-5116


Year created 1986

Status Active

Purpose/function The board reviews reports of the Board of River Port PilotCommissioners, reviews complaints filed against pilots, and filesan annual report with the Department of Transportation andDevelopment regarding investigations of pilot incidents.




Employees None






CANE RIVER WATERWAY DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Charles PowellTreasurer(318)357-3826

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:3261

1982

Active

The board is responsible for establishing, operating, andmaintaining, either individually or in cooperation with the federalgovernment, the State of Louisiana and its various agencies,subdivisions, and public bodies, a navigable waterway system tobe known as the Cane River Waterway in Natchitoches Parish.



$200 for treasurer; $100 for chairman; and $50 for othermembers per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$262,995$251,465

NoneNoneNone

$407,503


BudgetJune 30,1999

$256,695$131,200

$6,900NoneNone

$532,998



CASH MANAGEMENT REVIEW BOARD

Contact: Mr. James F. BlankinshipDepartment of Treasury(225) 342-0049

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 39:371

1990

Department of Treasury

Active

The board reviews and approves the cash management policiesand procedures adopted by state agencies and reports itsrecommendations for changes in cash management laws andprocedures to the legislature.

Number authorized - 3; currently serving - 3.


None

None

None

None




CATFISH PROMOTION AND RESEARCH BOARD

Contact: Mr. Ron HarrellCorresponding Secretary(225)922-6211

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 3:558.3

1991


Active

The board promotes the growth and development of the catfishindustry in the state by research and advertisement.




None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$66,814$101,078

None$338None

$97,256





CHILD DEATH REVIEW PANEL

Contact: Mr. Jimmy GuidryState Health Officer(225) 342-8092

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 40:2019

1992


Active

The panel is charged with establishing a standardized child deathinvestigation protocol which shall require that all deathinvestigations be completed within thirty working days of thereport of the death, establishing criteria for information that mustbe included in a death investigation report, and collecting,reviewing and analyzing all death investigation reports.



None

None

None

None




CHILDREN'S CABINET ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Ms. Gwendolyn P. HamiltonExecutive DirectorChildren's Cabinet(225) 342-1677

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 46:2605

1997


Active

The board advises the Children's Cabinet on ways to facilitateand require coordination of policy, planning, and budgetingaffecting programs and services for children and their families.

Number authorized - varies; currently serving - 29


None

None

None

None

In accordance with R.S. 46:2606, the board shall terminate onJuly 1,2000.




CHILDREN'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. David HoodSecretaryDepartment of Health and Hospitals(225) 342-9500

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 97-37

1997


Active

The task force has the primary duty to advise the Secretary ofDepartment of Health and Hospitals regarding the variousoptions available for a Children's Health Insurance Program.



None

None

None

None




CLERKS OF COURT CERTIFICATION PROGRAM COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Charlotte BennettExecutive DirectorClerks of Court Association(225)293-1162

Legal authority R.S. 13:782(J)

Year created 1990

Status Active

Purpose/function The committee is responsible for governing the certificationprogram, which was established to formalize and recognize theprofessional standards of clerks of court in the state.




Employees None






CLERKS OF COURT RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Ms. Charlotte BennettExecutive DirectorClerks of Court Association(225)293-1162

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 11:1541

1950

Active

The board was created to administer and manage the fund forthe purpose of providing regular disability and survivor benefitsfor clerks of court, their deputies and other employees, and theirbeneficiaries.



$75 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$28,496,857$10,468,608

$3,150$6,710

None$143,131,403



$3,500$5,000

NoneNot provided



CLINICAL LABORATORY PERSONNEL COMMITTEE


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 37:1314

1993


Active

The committee is required to make recommendations to theBoard of Medical Examiners on the licensure of clinical laboratorypersonnel and rules and regulations for the appropriate trainingand competency of the profession.



None




$277,805$186,052

None$1,261

None$365,769



$277,637$312,534

None$3,078

None$330,872



CO-ORDINATING COUNCIL ON EDUCATION

Contact: Ms. Carole B. WallinDeputy Superintendent for Education(225) 342-3625

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 17:1903

1943


Not fully organized

The council is responsible for exchanging information betweenand making recommendations on matters of common interest tothe Board of Supervisors of the Louisiana State University andthe state Board of Education.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Department of Education reported thatthe council has never been organized. The council is not fulfillingthe functions for which it was established by law.




COMMERCIAL BUILDING ENERGY CONSERVATION CODEADVISORY COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. Harvey LandryFederal Energy AnalystDepartment of Natural Resources(225) 342-3842

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 40:1730.28

1997

Active

The committee is responsible for providing advice andconsultation to the Office of the State Fire Marshal, the FacilityPlanning and Control section of the Division of Administration,and the Energy section of the Department of Natural Resourcesin the consideration of revisions or amendments to the energycode.



None

None

None

None




COMMISSION FOR THE PROMOTION OF UNIFORM LEGISLATION

Contact: Mr. Henry GabrielProfessor(504)861-5667

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 24:81

1991

Department of Justice

Active

The commission examines the uniformity of legislation in thevarious states and territories of the union. It confers withcommissioners appointed by other states and territories for thesame purpose, considers and drafts uniform laws to be submittedfor approval and adoption by the several states, and generallydevises and recommends such other or further course of actionas shall accomplish uniformity of legislation.

Number authorized - 4; currently serving -1


None

None

None

None




COMMISSION FOR THE REVIEW AND IMPROVEMENTOF SERVICES PROCUREMENT

Contact: Mr. Mark DrennenCommissioner of Administration(225) 342-7000

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 39:1493.3

1997


Active

The commission oversees and directs the review of all agenciesin the executive branch of state government relative to theprocurement of professional, personal, consulting, and socialservice contracts and the procedures and practices utilizedtherein.



None

None

None

None

In accordance with R.S. 39:1493.2, the commission shallterminate on June 30, 1999.




COMMISSION ON HIV AND AIDS

Contact: Dr. Tom FarleyDepartment of Health and Hospitals(504) 568-5005

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 40:2018.1

1991



The commission was charged to research and review all stateregulations, guidelines, policies, and procedures relative to HIVinfection and AIDS and to make recommendations to thegovernor, the Department of Health and Hospitals, and thelegislature.



None

None

None

None

For the second year, a representative of the Department ofHealth and Hospitals reported that the commission membershave never been named. State law provides that the commissionshall terminate on September 1, 1999. Currently, thecommission is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by law.




COMMUNITY/TECHNICAL COLLEGE ANDADULT EDUCATION TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. Stephen PerryChief of StaffGovernor's Office(225)342-7015

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees

Participation In state benefit plans


Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 97-43

1997


Disbanded

The task force shall analyze economic and demographic trendsin the state and evaluate the impact the trends have upon thecompetitiveness of Louisiana businesses and industries and theability of the state's skilled labor force to meet the foreseeableand projected needs of those businesses and industries.


Prior year actual - 4; current year estimated - none

None

None

None

None

A representative of the Governor's Office reported that the taskforce has fulfilled the function for which it was established byexecutive order.

The governor should consider abolishing the task force.



COORDINATING COUNCIL ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Contact: Ms. Jannitta M. AntoineMember(225) 357-6857

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 97-32

1997


Active

The council is responsible for examining the current responses ofpublic and private organizations to situations of domesticviolence; identifying barriers or areas for improvement amongthose who are charged with the public duty of responding todomestic violence; and making recommendations for improvedcooperation and coordination between public agencies and thoseentities which volunteer or offer assistance and services.



None

None

None

None




COORDINATING COUNCIL ON TELEMEDICINEAND DISTANCE EDUCATION

Contact: Senator Louis J. LambertChairman(225) 342-0667

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 45:835

1995


Not fully organized

The council promotes and ensures communication betweenpublic agencies in the area of telecommunications applications,planning, advancements, and technology as they apply totelemedicine and distance education.



None

None

None

None

The council did not meet in 1998 and has no plans to meet in1999. The council is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by law.




CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES CORPORATIONBOARD OF DIRECTORS

Contact: Mr. Robert W. Scheffy, Jr.Attorney(225)231-2032

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 39:1780

1985

Active

The corporation is a nonprofit entity responsible for financing andacquiring correctional facilities for lease to the state.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998$8,846,587$6,500,781

None$882None

($9,006,246)


BudgetJune 30,1999$7,884,149$5,016,121

None$900None

($6,138,218)



COUNCIL ON AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE RATESAND ENFORCEMENT

Contact: Mr. Donald J. McLean, Jr.Assistant CommissionerDepartment of Insurance(225)342-1012

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 22:15

1997


Active

The council is responsible for undertaking a comprehensivestudy and providing oversight and enforcementrecommendations on a continuing basis of the effectiveness oflaw enforcement and implementation of programs aimed atenforcement in the various parishes of those laws and programswhich affect automobile insurance rates.



None

None

None

None




CRAWFISH PROMOTION AND RESEARCH BOARD

Contact: Mr. Ron HarrellCorresponding Secretary(225)922-6211

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 3:556.3

1983


Active

The board provides a voluntary method of raising revenues to beused to develop markets for Louisiana crawfish.




None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$31,969$21,759

None$689None

$33,048





CREOLE NATURE TRAIL SCENIC BYWAY DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Ms. Shelley JohnsonSouthwest Louisiana Convention

and Visitors Bureau(318)436-9588

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 48:1815

1995

Active

The board is responsible for developing and implementing a planfor the preservation, beautification, and promotion of the scenicdrive known as the Creole Nature Trail Scenic Byway District.



None

None

None

None




CRESCENT CITY CONNECTION OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 47:820.5.2

1998


Not fully organized

The authority was created to prioritize projects that will beundertaken and paid from excess funds after all operation andmaintenance expenses of the bridges and ferries under theauthority of the Crescent City Connection Division, Department ofTransportation and Development have been paid.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Governor's Office informed us that, as ofOctober 19,1998, no appointments had been made to theauthority.




CRESCENT RIVER PORT PILOTS ASSOCIATION FEE COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Mark Delesdernier, Jr.Member(504) 392-5016

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1121

1968

Unknown

The commission governs the rates of the Crescent River PortPilots Association and is authorized to hold hearings, subpoenawitnesses, administer oaths, and take depositions to resolvedisputes regarding pilotage rates and other commissionbusiness.



None

None

None

Not provided

As of January 20,1999, the commission had not submittedinformation requested by the legislative auditor in accordancewith R.S. 24:513.2(F).




DAIRY INDUSTRY PROMOTION BOARD

Contact: Mr. Bryce MaloneAssistant CommissionerDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry(225) 922-1227

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 3:557.4

1983


Active

The board promotes the sale and consumption of Louisiana milkand dairy products.



$40 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$766,401$668,387

$880$1,257

None$325,095


BudgetJune 30,1999

$750,000$744,910

$1,280$2,000

None$330,185



DEFERRED COMPENSATION COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Emery J. BaresChairman(225) 332-2500

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 42:1302

1982


Active

The commission is responsible for the administration of the stateemployees' deferred compensation plan through a contractualarrangement with an outside party.



None

None

None

None

A commission activity account, which is financed by an annualfee charged to plan participants and earnings on investments, ismaintained to pay expenses of the commission and the planadministrator fees.




DENTAL REFERRAL STUDY COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Theresa RaySenior Analyst House Insurance Committee(225) 342-0484

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 22:2034

1995


The commission is charged with studying dental referral plans.



None

None

None

None

A staff member of the House of Representatives reported that noappointments have been made to the commission. Thecommission is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by law.




DISTANCE LEARNING NETWORK ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Ms. Christ! MeauxDirectorGovernor's Office of Boards and Commissions(225)342-0919

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EOMJF98-15

1998



The board is responsible for establishing distance learning siteswithin the state. Distance learning is a means to achieve efficientand cost-effective training of soldiers by educational trainingthrough electronically mediated instruction including audioconferencing, virtual office, video, audio graphic, computer,multimedia technology, and other forms of learning capabilitieswhen the soldier is geographically separated from the instructor.



None

None

None

None

As of December 1,1998, no appointments had been made to theboard.




DISTRICT ATTORNEYS1 RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Ms. E. Pete AdamsDirector(225) 267-4824

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 11:1651

1956

Active

The board is responsible for administering the system; approvinginvestments, retirements, and refunds; and handling all otherbusiness of the system for district attorneys and assistant districtattorneys in the state.



$75 per meeting

2 unclassified

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$24,216,295$99,599

$1,875$9,293

None$127,677,356



$2,000$10,550




DRUG TESTING TASK FORCE

Contact: Ms. Angele DavisDeputy Commissioner of Administration(225)342-9919

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 97-33

1997


Active

The task force is charged to determine the scope and content ofthe four drug testing programs that are authorized and mandatedby legislation; identify and analyze existing state programs whichmay be capable of providing support services for a central drugtesting program; delineate any limitations which the Constitutionsof the United Sates of America and the State of Louisiana or anyfederal or state laws may have on the four drug testing programs;and recommend procedures for the implementation of the fourdrug testing programs in a consistent, uniform, and cost effectivemanner.



None

None

None

None




ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND GAMING CORPORATIONBOARD OF DIRECTORS

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 27:210

1996

Inactive

The corporation was created to select and license a casinooperator for the New OMeans land-based casino; to licensegaming employees as well as anyone who provides services orproducts directly related to gaming; to calculate and collect thestate's portion of gross revenues from the casino operator; and toregulate and monitor casino operations.



None

None

None

None

Although Act 7 of the First Extraordinary Session of the 1996Legislature transferred the powers, duties, functions, andresponsibilities of the corporation to the Gaming Control Board,the corporation was not abolished in law.

The legislature should consider abolishing the corporation.



EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES TRUST FUND DISTRICTBOARD OF TRUSTEES


Contact: Mr. Anthony StoltzComptrollerOrleans Parish School Board(504) 365-5485

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 47:2341

1993

Active

The district, which is governed by a board of trustees, seeksrevenue sources to assist in providing funding to the OrleansParish School Board for capital improvement and maintenance.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Orleans Parish School Board reportedthat the district has no assets. The school board considers thedistrict a conduit for the collection of certain revenues for thepayment of debt service requirements on general obligationbonds issued by the school board.




EDWARD DOUGLASS WHITE HISTORIC SITEGOVERNING BOARD

Contact: Mr. Michael ChittomConfidential Assistant(225) 925-4792

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:380.11

1993

Department of State

Active

The governing board is charged with establishing policies, rules,and regulations for the operation of the Edward Douglass WhiteHistoric Site, including setting and charging admission, tour, user,or rental fees to site buildings and exhibits.



None

None

None

Not provided




Contact: Mr. James PruittDirector(225) 925-3772

EGG COMMISSION

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

RS. 3:551.2

1968


Active

The commission provides for inspection, grading, andcertification of eggs; collection of assessments; and promotion ofLouisiana eggs.



$15 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$58,021$63,209

None$143None

$62,972


BudgetJune 30,1999

$58,000$63,000

None$300None

$57,972



EL CAMINO EAST-WEST CORRIDOR COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. Bob HolemanPresident(318)628-2712

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 48:1751

1992

Active

The management and control of the El Camino East-WestCorridor Commission is vested in the board of commissioners.The commission is authorized to initiate or coordinate research,studies, and gathering of information on the east-west corridorproject.



None

None

None

None




ELECTRONIC BENEFITS TRANSFER PROGRAM TASK FORCE

Contact: Ms. Madlyn BagnerisSecretaryDepartment of Social Services(225) 342-0286

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 97-36

1997


Active

The task force is responsible for identifying, researching, andreporting on the problems associated with electronic benefittransfer program that distributes benefits and services that areprovided by public entitlement programs.



None

None

None

None




EMERGENCY RESPONSE COMMISSION

Contact: Major Mark S. OxleyChairman(225) 925-6424

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 30:2364; EO MJF 96-48; EO MJF 96-67; EO MJF 97-14

1986


Active

The commission is responsible for establishing emergencyplanning districts, appointing local emergency planningcommittees (LEPCs) and supervising and coordinating theiractivities; providing the Federal Environmental Protection Agencydirector with information concerning releases of hazardoussubstances; designating, as necessary, additional facilities to becovered; recommending a standardized inventory form to beused in gathering required information; recommending, asnecessary, additional substances which should be defined ashazardous materials; acting as the centralized advisory body forcoordinating state and federal activities concerning community"Right to Know" legislation; establishing procedures for receivingand processing requests from the public for information, andreviewing LEPC emergency response plans and makingrecommendations to the LEPC on revisions on the plan.



None

None

None

None




ENGINEERS SELECTION BOARD

Contact: Mr. Roy BrownFiscal Officer(225) 342-0820

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:2311

1975


Active

The board is responsible for selecting engineers to perform thedesign work on all capital outlay projects with a construction costgreater than $200,000.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$157NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$166NoneNone



ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNCIL

Contact: Governor's Office(225)342-7015

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 30:2005

1995


Unknown

The council was created to serve in the development of anoverall environmental and natural resources policy and strategicplan for the state. The council is an advisory body to thegovernor regarding environmental and natural resources matterswhich include identifying issues necessary to preserve andprotect the environment of the state and recommending viablesolutions to the problems.

Number authorized - unlimited; currently serving - unknown


None

None

None

Not provided

As of January 20, 1999, the council had not submittedinformation requested by the legislative auditor in accordancewith R.S. 24:513.2(F).




ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Claudia FowlerChairperson(225) 767-4453

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 30:2503

1993


Active

The commission is charged to develop, review, approve, andtransmit a plan for environmental education to the governor, thelegislature, and the public; to provide advice on policies andpractices needed to provide environmental education; to serve asa forum for the discussion and study of environmental educationproblems; and to assist and obtain information to coordinateenvironmental education programs.



None

None

None

None




ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES COMMISSIONOF ST. TAMMANY PARISH


Contact: Mr. Richard HartDirector(504) 898-2535

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 33:4064.1

1986

Active

The commission is responsible for the protection of public healthand the environment through the control, monitoring, andinspection of all sewerage and water systems and supervision ofenvironmental services located within the unincorporated portionof St. Tammany Parish.



$50 per meeting


None


$450,616$354,924

$3,350$676None

Not provided



$464,000$668,700

$4,500$750None

Not provided



ERNEST N. MORIAL NEW ORLEANS EXHIBITION HALL AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. David M. OnlmeyerController(504) 582-3082

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Total revenuesTotal expenses/expenditures

which include:Per diemMembers' travel expensesMembers' salary

Ending Balance

Recommendation

Act 305 of 1978; Act 572 of 1984; Act 43 of 1992; Act 1013 of1993; Act 1174 of 1997

1978

Active

The authority was created to acquire, construct, reconstruct,extend, improve, operate and maintain convention, exhibition,and tourist facilities within Orleans Parish.



None


None

ActualDecember 31,1997$107,823,077$126,117,907

NoneNoneNone

$71,512,851



$90,165,906$75,734,446

NoneNoneNone

$73,865,000



FILM AND VIDEO COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Peter C. Loop, IIAssistant Secretary(225)342-8150

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 51:2131

1986


Active

The commission advises the Office of Film and Video on allmatters relative to the development and expansion of film, motionpicture, video, multimedia, and still photography industries in thestate and on the development of the state marketing andpromotion plan for film-making.



None

None

None

None




FIRE PREVENTION BOARD OF REVIEW

Contact: Ms. Edna GleasonState Fire Marshal's Office(225)925-4911

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 40:1578.1

1974


Active

The board is responsible for hearing appeals and renderingdecisions as to whether suggested alternatives to fire codes,rules, and regulations are acceptable as equivalencies to satisfythe requirements of fire safety.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Fire Marshal's Office informed us that theboard only meets when there are appeals to be resolved.




FIREFIGHTERS1 RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Mr. Michael HemphillChairman(225) 925-4060

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 11:2260

1980

Active

The board is responsible for the general administration andproper operation of the retirement system.



$75 per meeting

4 unclassified


ActualJune 30,1998

$81,422,660$19,231,473

$5,925$41,000

None$599,017,896



$7,000$50,000




FIRST STOP SHOP COORDINATING COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Doug WoolfolkDeputy SecretarySecretary of State(225) 922-2675

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

P urpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 49:229.1

1991

Department of State

Inactive

The council periodically reviews the operations of the First StopShop and provides advice and recommendations to the secretaryof state and to the legislature.



None


None

None

The council did not meet in 1997 or 1998 and has no plans tomeet in 1999. The council is not fulfilling the functions for whichit was established by law.




FISCAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. JoAnne C. SandersEngagement ManagerLegislative Auditor's Office(225) 339-3802

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 39:1351

1990

State Bond Commission

Active

The committee is responsible for reviewing the financial stabilityof political subdivisions of the state and, where appropriate,initiating action requesting the Louisiana Attorney General to filea rule to appoint a fiscal administrator for any political subdivisionthat is reasonably certain to fail to make a debt service payment.



None

None

None

None




FLUORIDATION ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Mr. Tom PaganOffice of Public HealthDepartment of Health and Hospitals(225) 765-5054

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 40:5.11

1997


Not fully organized

The board assists any public water system with at least fivethousand service connections to obtain funding for fluoridation ofits system by seeking all sources of funding, and it also assists ineducating the public on matters regarding dental health and theprevention of tooth decay.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

NoneNoneNoneNone

BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$2,200

NoneNone

The board is in the organization stage and plans on meetingwithin the next year.




FOLKLIFE COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Maida OwensDirector of Louisiana Folklife Program(225)342-8180

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:822

1981


Active

The commission is responsible for advising the Office of CulturalDevelopment on the formulation of an annual state plan; outliningobjectives and budgeting needs in the identification, preservation,and presentation of Louisiana folk cultural resources; acting in anadvisory capacity to the Division of Arts and to the LouisianaState Arts Council with respect to the allocation of grant funds;advising the division and council on policies or guidelines as theyrelate to or affect the folk arts and artists in the state; formulatinglong-range goals for folklife activity; and advising the Office ofCultural Development as to the creation of a Division of Folklife.



None

None

None

None




FRANCE-LOUISIANA JOINT COMMITTEE



Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-72

1996



The committee meets, at regular intervals, with appropriateauthorities of France to arrange for and organize educational,cultural, and touristic exchanges.



None

None

None

None

A representative of CODOFIL reported that the committee didnot meet in 1998 and has no intentions of meeting in 1999. Allof the committee functions are performed by CODOFIL. Thecommittee is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by executive order.




GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Joe HolmesChairman(225) 765-0884

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 49:1053

1995


Active

The council is responsible for directing the activities of theLouisiana Geographic Information Center; establishing policiesand procedures for the sharing of GIS data among stateagencies; and advising state agencies on the acquisition andimplementation of GIS.



None

None

None

None




GOVERNING BOARD OF THE LOUISIANA STATE COTTON MUSEUM

Contact: Mr. Michael ChittomConfidential Assistant(225) 925-4792

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:380.1

1992

Department of State

Active

The board adopts bylaws and establishes policies andprocedures for the museum's governance in accordance with theAdministrative Procedure Act; advises the secretary of state onall matters relating to the operations of the Louisiana StateCotton Museum; and sets and charges admission, tour, and useror rental fees.



None

None

None

Not provided




GOVERNOR'S ADVISORY COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS

Contact: Ms. Patricia JohnsonChairperson(504) 736-6086

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-55

1996


Active

The council is responsible for advising the governor on all issuesconcerning citizens who have disabilities, providing assistance tothe Office of Disability Affairs, and coordinating state compliancewith the Americans with Disabilities Act.



None

None

None

None




GOVERNOR'S ADVISORY COUNCIL ON SAFE DRUG-FREESCHOOLS AND COMMUNITIES

Contact: Ms. Ann ReynoldsExecutive Director(225) 342-3422

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-6

1996


Active

The council is responsible for assisting in setting priorities on thestate's Safe and Drug-Free School and Communities ActProgram, contributing to the design of requests for proposals,reviewing and making recommendations on proposals, reviewingmonitoring reports on grantees, and recommending disposition ofcontracts in the case of non-complying agencies.



None

None

None

None




GOVERNOR'S ARSON STRIKE FORCE

Contact: Mr. Rick CombsChief Deputy of the Arson DivisionState Fire Marshal's Office(225)925-4911

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-46

1996


Active

The strike force assists local fire departments in determining thecause and/or perpetrator(s) of a suspicious fire and compilesinformation about arsonists, arson prevention, and arsoninvestigation techniques for the education and benefit of firedepartments.



None

None

None

None




GOVERNOR'S COMMITTEE ON EMPLOYMENT OFTHE PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED

Contact: Mr. Garey ForsterSecretaryDepartment of Labor(225)342-3011

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 23:2001

1960


The committee was established to work in cooperation with thePresident's Committee on Employment of the PhysicallyHandicapped and other interested federal and state agencies,organizations, and employers in promotion job opportunities forthe physically handicapped and arousing community interest inthe employment problems of the physically handicapped.



None

None

None

None

The Secretary of the Department of Labor is in the process ofselecting committee members.




GOVERNOR'S DWI/VEHICULAR HOMICIDE TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. Ronald B. JonesLieutenant Colonel(225)925-4913

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-9

1996


Active

The taskforce is charged to address the unusually high incidenceof drunk and drugged driving in the state, the difficulty in provingidentification of multiple DWI offenders, refusals to submit tobreath tests, problems with obtaining evidence from drivers whocause fatal or serious injury crashes, and the arrest andprosecution of drug-impaired drivers.



None

None

None

None




GOVERNOR'S FOREST PRODUCTS INDUSTRYDEVELOPMENT TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. Cyril LeJeuneAssistant Commissioner(225) 922-1255

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-75

1996

Departments of Economic Development and Agriculture andForestry

Disbanded

The task force is responsible for identifying opportunities for, andbarriers to, growth and development of the value-added forestproducts industry in the state, as well as developing ideas andplans that foster the growth of such industry.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Department of Agriculture and Forestryreported that the task force had met and prepared and submitteda report to the Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry and tothe Department of Economic Development. The task force hasfulfilled the function for which it was established by executiveorder.




GOVERNOR'S MANSION COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Alice FosterChairperson(225)342-8198

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:1011

1998


Not fully organized

The commission was created to ensure a continuum in theappearance, contents, furnishings, and surrounding areas of thegovernor's mansion consistent with the historical significance andimportance of the governor's mansion.



None

None

None

None




GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL-TO-WORK COUNCIL

Contact: Ms. Tori Odom-NezatGovernor's Office of Lifelong Learning(225) 342-2462

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-28

1996


Active

The council shall oversee the implementation of the state'scomprehensive School-to-Work plan.

Number authorized - unlimited; currently serving - 23


None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$8,040

NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$10,000

NoneNone



GOVERNOR'S TASK FORCE ON INDIVIDUAL WASTEWATERTREATMENT SYSTEMS

Contact: Mr. James P. AntoonEnvironmental ConsultantDepartment of Health and Hospitals(225) 763-5556

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 97-9

1997


Active

The task force is responsible for conducting in-depth studies andpreparing a preliminary and comprehensive report whichidentifies potential health and environmental problems associatedwith individual wastewater treatment systems, which are thosesystems with a capacity of less than 1,500 gallons per day.



None

None

None

None




GOVERNOR'S TASK FORCE ON TUBERCULOSIS

Contact: Mr. Charles DeGraw(504)568-5015

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-60

1996


Active

The task force is responsible for identifying and examining allissues necessary to combat the disease of tuberculosis,recommending viable solutions to the problems raised by thoseissues, and evaluating existing and proposed measures that aredesigned to combat all forms of tuberculosis.



None

None

None

None




GREATER NEW ORLEANS EXPRESSWAY COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact Mr. Hunter O. WagnerGeneral Manager(504)835-3116

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

Act 762 of 1986; R.S. 48:1251

1954

Active

The commission is responsible for constructing, operating, andmaintaining the expressway. In addition, the commission policesthe Huey P. Long Bridge and the one-mile heavy marine trafficzone.



None


None

ActualOctober 31,1998$20,141,261$20,141,261

None$82

$34,180None


BudgetOctober 31,1999

$31,969,000$30,969,000

None$5,000

$34,180None



HARBOR POLICE RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Ms. Glenda WilliamsAdministrator(504)598-0100

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 11:3681

1971

Active

The board is responsible for the general administration andproper operation of a retirement system for commissionedmembers of the Port of New Orleans' Harbor Police Department.



None

None

None

None




HEALTH CARE COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 22:9

1993


Active

The commission was created to undertake a comprehensivestudy of the availability and affordability of health care in thestate. Specifically, the commission is to examine the rising costsof health care in the state and the implementation of issuesrelating to national health care reform initiatives. Thecommission submits its recommendations to the commissioner ofinsurance.



None

None

None

None

R.S. 22:9(C}{2) provides that the commission shall terminate onJune 30,1999.




HIGH-SPEED RAIL TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Senator Ron LandryChairman(504) 652-2379

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 48:108.1

1988


Active

The council is responsible for developing a short and long rangeresearch program into the development of a centralized andcoordinated planning and permitting process for the location ofhigh-speed rail lines and their construction, operation, financing,management, and maintenance in order to enhance thetransportation system of this state.



Legislative members receive the standard per diem authorizedby law.

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

NoneNoneNoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

$404$105NoneNone



HIGHER EDUCATION EXECUTIVE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Carol ColtharpAssistant Commissioner(225) 342-4253

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17:3129.2

1984


Active

The committee is responsible for considering matters relating toeducation and making recommendations to the Board of Regentsas the committee deems necessary.

Number authorized * 36; currently serving - 36


None

None

None

None




HISTORICAL JAZZ SOCIETY


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 25:321

1993



The society's purpose was to detail the origin of jazz and theimpact that jazz has had on society. The society was chargedwith establishing a national contest to be held annually inLouisiana to draw the attention of the public and jazz artists tothe birthplace of jazz, offering a jazz award to provide acommemorative for jazz as it has evolved in the state. Thesociety was also charged with establishing a jazz hall of fame.



None

None

None

None

For the fifth year, a representative of the Department of Culture,Recreation and Tourism informed us that society members havenever been appointed. The society is not fulfilling the functionsfor which it was established by law.

The legislature should consider abolishing the society.



HISTORICAL RECORDS ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Dr. Donald LemieuxDirector of State Archives(225)922-1200

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 98-31

1998

Department of State

Active

The board is responsible for sponsoring and publishing surveysof the conditions and need of historical records in the state andsoliciting and developing proposals for historical records projectsto be undertaken in the state with grants for the NationalHistorical Publications and Records Commission.



None

None

None

None




HOME INSTRUCTION PROGRAM FOR PRESCHOOL YOUNGSTERS(HIPPY) ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Ms. Pamela D. WallState Coordinator(225) 342-9442

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17:407.3

1992


Active

The board assists in developing standards for funding qualifiedHIPPY programs and public awareness for such programs and toprovide consultation and judicial guidance to the HIPPYcoordinator and the Department of Education.



None

None

None

None




HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Ms. Susan J. Poche'Accountant Administrator(225)342-1320

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 40:600.4

1980


Active

The agency provides funds for acquisition of owner-occupiedhomes at below market interest rates to Louisiana families of lowand moderate income; for acquisition, rehabilitation, and newconstruction of multi-family housing projects that meet publicpurpose criteria; and for refinancing of existing housing issues toachieve operating capital to enable the developer or owner tohave viable multi-family projects.



$50 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998


$5,350$25,164




$8,000$37,000




IMPORTS AND EXPORTS TRUST AUTHORITYBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Mr. David CraisChairman(504) 466-2030

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 9:2341(E)

1979

Louisiana Public Facilities Authority

Unknown

The authority is charged with promoting and facilitating the tradeof goods and services to benefit the citizens of the state,developing financing mechanisms and trade promotion projectsto increase international trade services, and producing tangibleresults that nurture small and medium sized export and importbusinesses.



None

None

None

Not provided

For the second year, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). There is no indication that the board is fulfilling thefunctions for which it was established by law.




INDIAN GAMING COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Joey StricklandGovernor's Office of Indian Affairs(225)342-2151

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

Act 888 of 1990; Act 817 of 1993

1990


Inactive

The commission was to serve as the formal negotiating agencyof the state upon which federally recognized tribes in the statemay serve notice of any request to negotiate Indian gamingcompacts as provided by the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.



None

None

None

None

Although Act 7 of the First Extraordinary Session of the 1996Legislature transferred the powers, duties, functions, andresponsibilities of the commission to the Gaming Control Board,the commission was not abolished in law.




Contact: Mr. Ken DuncanState Treasurer(225)342-0010

INFRASTRUCTURE BANKBOARD OF DIRECTORS

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 48:82

1997


Not fully organized

The board is responsible for establishing and administering aninfrastructure bank to make loans and provide other assistanceto public and private entities carrying out or proposing to carryout eligible infrastructure projects.



None

None

None

None




INSURANCE EDUCATION ADVISORY COUNCIL


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 22:1192

1988


Active

The council reviews and evaluates each educational programapplying for certification as a registered insurance prelicensing orcontinuing education program and makes recommendations tothe commissioner of insurance with respect to applicants forcertification and educational requirements.

Number authorized -12; currently sewing -12


None

None

None

None




INTER-AGENCY TRANSPORTATION COORDINATION COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Carol Grans hawPublic Transportation Administrator(225)379-1436

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EOMJF96-18

1996


Active

The committee is charged with making recommendationsdesigned to maximize the utilization of transportation resourcesand to increase the cost efficiency of providing transportationservices through the coordination and consolidation of planning,funding, administration, and provision of public and specializedtransportation services.



None

None

None

None




INTERAGENCY ACTION COUNCIL FOR THE HOMELESS

Contact: Mr. Keyth DevillierChairman(225) 342-2277

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-2

1996


Active

The council coordinates state services and assistance on behalfof homeless persons; conducts an annual assessment andevaluation of service needs and resources for the homeless;researches and assists in the development of funding resourcesfor homeless services; and submits annual reports to thegovernor and the legislature recommending improvements to theservice delivery system for the homeless.



None

None

None

None




INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Kathy BlankenshipFiscal OfficerDepartment of Economic Development(225) 342-9658

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EOMJF97-12

1997


Inactive

The commission advises the secretary of the Department ofEconomic Development on policies, programs, and activities thatstimulate growth in international trade and investment,coordinates international trade and investment programs andactivities, and ensures that Louisiana products are competitive ininternational markets.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Department of Economic Developmentreported that the commission was replaced by the InternationalTrade Development Board; however, the law establishing thedevelopment board did not abolish the commission.

The governor should consider abolishing the commission.



INTERNATIONAL TRADE DEVELOPMENT BOARD

Contact Ms, Kathy BlankenshipFiscal OfficerDepartment of Economic Development(225) 342-9658

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 51:1361

1997


Active

The board is responsible for assisting, promoting, encouraging,developing, and advancing economic prosperity and employmentthroughout the state by fostering international trade andinvestment.



None

None

None

None




INTERSTATE 49 SOUTH PROJECT TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. Carl BauerChairman(318)482-5811

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 97-38

1997


Active

The primary duty of the task force was to submit to the governora comprehensive report which addressed the feasibility ofupgrading all or part of U.S. 90 between the WestbankExpressway in New Orleans and 1-10 in Lafayette into anInterstate 49 South. The secondary duty of the task force shallbe to prepare a report for the members of the State ofLouisiana's United States Congressional Delegation documentingwhy this section of road should be upgraded to an interstate.


Prior year actual -10; current year estimated - as needed

None

None

None

None

The task force issued its report on September 15, 1998. Thetask force will remain active until the project is completed.




JOHN K. KELLY GRAND BAYOU RESERVOIR DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Donald G. MortonAttorney(318)932-6615

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recom mendation

R.S. 38:2701

1975

Active

The board is charged with developing the wealth and naturalresources of the district by the conservation of soil and water foragricultural, recreational, commercial, industrial, and sanitarypurposes.



None

None

None

Not provided

As of January 20, 1998, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). However, a December 31, 1997, audit is on file withthe legislative auditor and the 1998 audit is engaged.




JOINT ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE ON PRESCRIPTIVEAUTHORITY FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSES

Contact: Ms. Barbara L. MorvantExecutive DirectorBoard of Nursing(504) 568-5464

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 37:1031

1995


Active

The committee is responsible for recommending rules andregulations to the Board of Nursing and the Board of MedicalExaminers regarding prescriptive authority for advanced practiceregistered nurses.



None

None

None

None




JUSTICE SYSTEM FUNDING COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Mark C. DrennenCommissioner of Administration(225) 342-7000

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 98-33

1998


Not fully organized

The commission is responsible for evaluating the manner inwhich the offices and entities of the justice system are fundedand analyzing the need for and means to provide adequatesupplemental fundings for any component of the justice systemthat is receiving inadequate funding.


Prior year actual - none; current year estimated -1

None

None

None

None




KENNER NAVAL MUSEUM COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 25:1005.1

1992


Inactive

The commission was created to acquire, lease, transport, berth,renovate, equip, operate, maintain, and exhibit the aircraft carrierUSS Cabot-Dedalo and any other property acquired for use as apermanent naval museum and to adopt rules and regulations forthe use of such museum and its properties.



None

None

None

None

For the fourth year, a representative of the Department ofCulture, Recreation and Tourism informed us that thecommission is inactive. The commission is not fulfilling thefunctions for which it was established by law.




LAKE BRUIN RECREATION AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Steve DoylePresident(318)766-4182

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 38:3087.34

1995

Active

The district is charged to preserve, promote, and develop thewealth and natural resources of the district by the conservation ofthe soil and water of Lake Bruin for agricultural, recreational,commercial, and sanitary purposes and by the regulation ofaquatic plant growth.



None

None

None

None




LAKE PONTCHARTRAIN SANITARY DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Margie AllenTangipahoa Parish Council Clerk(504)748-3211

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 38:3201

1975


The board was established to adopt rules and regulationsgoverning the discharge of drainage, sewerage, and trade watersinto Lake Pontchartrain, and into channels which empty into LakePontchartrain, within the parishes of St. Charles, Jefferson,Tangipahoa, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, and Orleans.



None

None

None

None

For the second year, a representative of the Tangipahoa ParishCouncil informed us that board members have never beenappointed. The board is not fulfilling the functions established bylaw.




LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS SELECTION BOARD

Contact: Mr. Roy BrownFiscal Officer(225) 342-0820

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

P u rpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 38:2311

1975


Active

The board is responsible for selecting professional landscapearchitects for professional service contracts to perform the designwork on all capital outlay projects with a construction cost greaterthan $200,000.


Prior year actual -1; current year estimated - none

None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$45

NoneNone

The board does not prepare an annual budget.




LATIN AMERICAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 97-54

1997


Active

The commission was created to identity and develop businessand trade opportunities in Latin America for Louisiana business,as well as to determine the means and techniques to attract LatinAmerican trade to Louisiana and Louisiana trade to LatinAmerica.



None

None

None

None




LICENSING BOARD FOR LOCKSMITHS


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:1393

1997



The board licenses natural persons engaged in or seeking toengage in the work of locksmithing. The board also establishesstandards of conduct and performance relative to competent andsafe locksmithing.



None

None

None

None

For the second year, a representative of the Governor's Officeinformed us that the board members have never been appointed.The board is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by law.



Other Boards. Commissions, and Like Entities Page D-129

LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS COMMISSION ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Mr. Billy GolsonChairman(225) 925-4898


Year created 1989

Status Active

Purpose/function The board advises the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission onthe expenditure of funds collected from the market developmentassessment.




Employees None






LITTER REDUCTION AND PUBLIC ACTION COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Darryl SerbFiscal OfficerDepartment of Environmental Quality(225) 765-0700

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 30:2523

1980

Department of Environmental Quality

Active

The commission is responsible for serving as a coordinatingagency between various government and private organizationsseeking to aid in litter control and recycling efforts, assisting localgovernments in the adoption of ordinances aimed at litter control,and promoting public awareness and education in the areas oflitter control and recycling.



None

None

None

None




LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENVIRONMENTAL FACILITIES ANDCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Contact: Mr. L. Gordon KingExecutive Director(225) 344-5001

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 33:4548.1

1991

Active

The authority was created to provide economic development,infrastructure, and environmental facilities; to assist politicalsubdivisions in constructing, extending, rehabilitating, repairing,and renewing infrastructure and environmental facilities; and toassist in the financing of such needs by political subdivisions ofthis state.



None

None

None


NoneNone

NoneNoneNoneNone


$35,000$30,000

NoneNoneNone

$5,000

The Louisiana Municipal Association manages the authority. Theauthority did not receive or spend any funds before 1998.




LOTTERY CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Contact: Mr. James F. GoodrumVice President of Finance and Controller(225)297-2012

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 47:9004

1990

Active

The board approves, disapproves, amends, and modifies thecorporation's budget, the terms of major lottery procurementsrecommended by the president of the corporation and serves asa board of appeal for denial, revocation, or cancellation by thepresident of a contract with a lottery retailer.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998


None$17,782

$142,870Not provided



None$20,000

$145,000Not provided



LOUISIANA PRIVATE EMPLOYMENT SERVICEADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Ms. Winnie J. PaceEx Offtcio Secretary(225) 342-7825

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 23:103

1990

Department of Labor

Active

The council is required to inquire into the needs of theemployment service industry; to advise the assistant secretary onhow the council may best serve employment applicants; and tomake recommendations to the assistant secretary aboutemployment in the state, applicants for licenses, and complaintsagainst employment services.



None

None

None

None




LOUISIANA STATE LIBRARYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Pam DierAdministrative Specialist 5(225) 342-4926

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 25:2

1920


Active

The board is charged with planning and working toward acoordinated system of parish and regional libraries throughoutthe state that will provide free library service of the highestquality.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$1,132

NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$1,029

NoneNone



LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUMBOARD OF DIRECTORS

Contact: Mr. Bob MartinDeputy Assistant Secretary(504) 568-6967

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:341

1906


Active

The board advises the secretary of the Department of Culture,Recreation and Tourism with respect to policies for the StateMuseum; exercises powers and duties with respect toaccessions, deaccessions, loans, and conservation of museumartifacts; serves as trustee for the William Irby Trust; and hiresthe museum director.



None

None

None

None




LOUISIANA TOURISM PROMOTION DISTRICTBOARD OF DIRECTORS

{Political Subdivision)


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S.5V.1282

1990


Active

The district assists the state in the promotion of tourism and isauthorized to levy and collect a sales and use tax not to exceed$16,000,000 annually.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$18,116,552$18,316,148

NoneNoneNone

$1,053,607


BudgetJune 30,1999$16,065,000$16,356,552

NoneNoneNone

$762,055



LOUISIANA UNIVERSITIES MARINE CONSORTIUM FOR RESEARCHAND EDUCATION (LUMCON) ADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Dr. Michael DaggExecutive Director(504)851-2800

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 17:3453(F)

1995

Board of Regents

Active

The council meets as necessary to respond to requests of theLUMCON executive board for advice and information as well asto provide the board with the benefit of perspectives representedon the council.

Number authorized - unlimited; currently serving - not provided


None

None

None

None

A representative of LUMCON informed us that the council wasinactive in prior years, but that it was reactivated in November1997. However, the council did not meet in 1997.




MARINE RECREATIONAL FISHING DEVELOPMENT BOARD

Contact: Mr. Harry BlanchetProgram Manager(225) 765-2889

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 56:580.1

1990


Unknown

The board was created to expand public awareness of marinerecreational fishing opportunities and assist the industry inimproving the quality of its services and products, mainly throughmarketing channels.



None

None

None

Not provided

In the prior year, we were advised that the board had not held ameeting in at least four years and had no plans to meet duringthe current year. The board did not respond to our request forinformation this year and we have no other indication that theboard is fulfilling the functions for which it was established by law.




MARITIME ADVISORY TASK FORCE


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 97-42

1997


Active

The task force is responsible for recommending legislation that isdesigned to enhance and protect the economic viability ofLouisiana's maritime industry; recommending economicdevelopment programs that foster and promote growth in themaritime industry; and suggesting means to enhance thecompetitiveness of Louisiana's maritime industry in national andinternational markets.



None

None

None

None




MARITIME PROVINCES-LOUISIANA JOINT COMMITTEE



Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-72

1996



The committee meets, at regular intervals, with appropriateauthorities of the Maritime Provinces to arrange for and organizeeducational, cultural, and touristic exchanges.



None

None

None

None

A representative of CODOF1L reported that the committee did notmeet in 1998 and has no intentions of meeting in 1999. All of thecommittee functions are performed by CODOFIL. Thecommittee is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by executive order.




MEDICAID DRUG PROGRAM COMMITTEE

Contact: Dr. Philip J. MedonChairman(318)342-3800

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 46:153.3

1989


Inactive

The committee was created to advise the secretary of theDepartment of Health and Hospitals in the prudent administrationof the Medicaid drug program. The committee is charged toreview expenditures and overall utilization of the drug program,make recommendations regarding additional category coverage,review drug utilization activities and results, makerecommendations for establishing prescribing protocols, makerecommendations to promote the effectiveness of drug utilizationreviews, and assist the department with budgetary funding andthe legislative appropriation process.


Prior year actual - none; current year estimated - not provided

None

None

None

None

We have not received any indication that the committee has metin at least five years and there is no indication that the committeeplans to meet in the current year. The committee is not fulfillingthe functions for which it was established by law.




MEDICAL EDUCATION COMMISSION

Contact: Dr. Perry G. RigbyDirector of Health Care SystemsLSU Medical Center(504) 568-8977

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17:1519.8

1997


Active

The commission recommends to the secretary of the Departmentof Health and Hospitals the distribution of funding for residencypositions, residency supervision, and other medical educationresources for the hospitals in the health care services division ofthe Louisiana State University Medical Center among medicaleducation programs providing services in such hospitals.



None

None

None

None




MISSISSIPPI RIVER CORRIDOR TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. Darryl SerioFiscal OfficerDepartment of Environmental Quality(225) 765-0700

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 98-1

1998


Active

The task force is charged with the identification of the types ofadverse human health and environmental issues which mayarise as a result of new permit applications to build, construct, orexpand a commercial or industrial project; examination of theissue of sustainability of environmental and economic resources,including quality of life and self-sufficiency; and the developmentof a system of identification and prioritization of environmentaland economic costs and benefits.



None

None

None

None




MISSISSIPPI RIVER ROAD COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Kathleen BlancoLieutenant Governor(225)342-8198

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-65

1996


Unknown

The commission serves as an advisory body to the Departmentof Culture, Recreation and Tourism; the Department ofTransportation and Development; the Department of EconomicDevelopment; and to all other state agencies involved indeveloping the Mississippi River Road Corridor between BatonRouge and New Orleans into a viable resource for the state.



None

Unknown

None

Not provided

For the second year, the commission has not submittedinformation requested by the legislative auditor in accordancewith R.S. 24:513.2(F). There is no indication that the commissionis fulfilling the functions for which it was established by law.




MOTOR CARRIER ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Contact: Major Mark S. OxleyChairman(225) 925-6424

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R. 5.40:1486.1

1990


Active

The committee provides advice, consultation, andrecommendations to those agencies authorized to regulate,license, and tax the motor carrier industry. The committee is alsothe coordinating authority of the Louisiana Truck Center, which isthe headquarters and central location for motor carriers inobtaining all permits and for payment of any fees or chargesrequired to engage in the motor carrier trade in the state.



None

None

None

None




MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES1 RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Mr. William ToadvienDirector(225)925-4810

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 11:1821

1991

Active

The board is responsible for formulating and promulgating rulesand regulations to facilitate the proper functioning of theretirement system and the administration of any of its funds.



$50 per meeting

Unknown

None

Not provided

In prior years, a representative of the board stated that he did notbelieve that R.S. 24:513.2(F) applied to the system, and,accordingly, the board would not submit the requestedinformation. The board has not submitted information requestedby the legislative auditor for at least eight years. However, aJune 30, 1998, audit is on file with the legislative auditor.




MUNICIPAL POLICE EMPLOYEES1 RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Ms. Virginia S. EckertDirector(225)929-7411

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 11:2211

1973

Active

The board is responsible for overall management of theretirement system, which includes reviewing and makingrecommendations relative to investments, member appeals,office procedures, personnel, and other matters.



$75 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998


$8,325$50,348

NoneNot provided



$10,125$52,000

NoneNot provided



NATIONAL REGISTER REVIEW COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Patricia DuncanArchitectural Historian(225)342-8160

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:901

1979


Active

The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the Departmentof Culture, Recreation and Tourism in matters relating to theconservation, preservation, and restoration of the historicresources of the state. The committee votes, at quarterly publichearings, on whether historic properties in the state will benominated to the National Register of Historic Places.



None

None

None

None




NAVAL WAR MEMORIAL COMMISSIONBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Maury DrummondExecutive Director(225)342-1942

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 25:1001

1979


Active

The commission acquires, transports, berths, renovates, equips,operates, maintains, and exhibits the Destroyer USS Kidd for useas a permanent public Naval and Marine Corps memorial.



None




$476,026$469,514

NoneNoneNone

$63,674



$545,410$521,974

NoneNoneNone

$87,110



NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Larry RivardeChief Fiscal Officer(504) 483-9374

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

Act 130 of 1896; Act 104 of 1934; Act 492 of 1958; Act 405 of1962; Act 865 of 1982

1896


Active

The association manages and controls the New Orleans CityPark, providing recreational facilities for activities such as golf,tennis, baseball, boating, fishing, etcetera.



None




$9,324,406$9,892,575

NoneNoneNone

$1,094,101



$10,392,925$10,392,925

NoneNoneNone

$1,094,101



NEW ORLEANS-BATON ROUGE STEAMSHIP PILOTSASSOCIATION FEE COMMISSION

Contact: Captain C. E. ClaytonMember(504)832-1199

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:1121

1968

Active

The commission governs the rates of the New Orleans-BatonRouge Steamship Pilots Association and is authorized to holdhearings, subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, and takedepositions to resolve disputes regarding pilotage rates and othercommission business.



None

None

None

None

The commission has not held a meeting in at least five years andhas no plans to meet during the current year. The commission isnot fulfilling the functions for which it was created by law.




NORTH TERREBONNE PARISH DRAINAGE AND CONSERVATIONDISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. James A. ErnyExecutive Director(504) 857-9666

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:3341

1988

Active

The board is charged with establishing adequate drainage, floodcontrol, and water resources development within TerrebonneParish and outside the limits of the South Terrebonne ParishTidewater Management and Conservation District Toaccomplish its objectives, the board may construct reservoirs,diversion canals, gravity and pumped drainage systems, erosioncontrol measures, marsh management, protection of watersupplies from salt water intrusion, and other drainage andconservation works.



$75 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998

$392,275$236,761

$5,175$353None

$312,238


BudgetJune 30,1999

$781,000$603,700

$12,600$1,000

None$522,300



OCCUPATIONAL INFORMATION COORDINATING COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Gayle JosephAssistant SecretaryOffice of Employment Security

(225)342-3111

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-70

1996

Department of Labor

Unknown

The committee is responsible for the planning, development, andmanagement of a statewide occupational information systemconsistent with the objectives and functions of the NationalOccupational Information Coordinating Committee, including thedesign and oversight standards of the JTPA.



None

None

None

Not provided

As of January 20, 1999, the committee had not submittedinformation requested by the legislative auditor in accordancewith R.S. 24:513.2(F).




OLD STATE CAPITOL ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Ms. Mary PrudhommeDirector(225) 342-0500

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:372

1990

Department of State

Active

The board advises the Secretary of State on all matters relatingto the operations of the Old State Capitol. The board, incooperation with any nonprofit corporation(s) established tosupport the Old State Capitol, may seek private funding tosupport programs for the Old State Capitol.



None

None

None

None




OYSTER LEASE DAMAGE EVALUATION BOARD

Contact: Ms. Carolyn EdwardsDepartment of Natural Resources(225) 342-0560


Year created 1995

Oversight agency Department of Natural Resources

Status Active

Purpose/function The board is responsible for developing rules and regulations tocompensate fishermen for damages caused by oil and gasindustry activities to their leased oyster beds.


Number of meetings Prior year actual - 4; current year estimated -10


Employees None






PAN AFRICAN COMMISSIONBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 51:982

1992


Inactive

The commission provides public relations and disseminatesinformation to government, business, and cultural leaders, with agoal of coordinating economic development and resourceutilization, including industrial solicitation, by fosteringentrepreneurial activity between Louisiana and the continent ofAfrica.



None

None

None

None

According to information submitted to us, the council has not metfor the past five years and has no plans to meet in the currentyear. The commission is not fulfilling the functions for which itwas established by law.




PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Chandler H. FoxxSecretary(225)342-8111

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 56:1681

1934


Active

The commission promotes the goals and objectives of the Officeof State Parks, acts in an advisory capacity to the office, andscreens qualified projects for federal grants administered by theoffice.



$25 per meeting day

None

None

None




PAROCHIAL EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Mr. Thomas B. SimsAdministrative Director(225)928-1361

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 11:1981

1953

Active

The board formulates and promulgates any and all necessaryrules and regulations to facilitate the proper functioning of theretirement system. The system provides retirement benefits foremployees of 61 civil parishes of Louisiana.



$75 per meeting

6 unclassified



Not provided



$2,175$18,980

NoneNot provided


Not provided

$2,250$28,100

NoneNot provided



PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 37:1270.1

1993


Active

The committee advises the state Board of Medical Examiners onall matters specifically dealing with licensing or discipliningphysician assistants and on drafting and promulgatingregulations relating to physician assistants. The committee alsoreviews and makes recommendations to the board onapplications for licensure as physician assistants.



$50 per meeting day

None

None

None




POINTE COUPEE-WEST FELICIANA BRIDGE, FERRY,AND TUNNEL AUTHORITY


Contact: Mr. Jessie C. MeansChairman(504) 635-6428

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 48:1091; Act 319 of 1977

1977

Inactive

The authority is charged with studying the feasibility ofestablishing, constructing, acquiring, maintaining, administering,and operating toll bridge, tunnel, or ferry facilities across andunder the Mississippi River between the parishes of PointeCoupee and West Feliciana. If the authority determines suchconstruction and operation to be feasible, it is charged withconstructing and operating a toll bridge, tunnel, or ferry facility.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the authority informed us that the authorityhas not met within the past twelve years. The authority is notfulfilling the functions for which it was established by law.

The legislature should consider abolishing the authority.



POSTSECONDARY REVIEW COMMISSION

Contact: Dr. Louann BierleinGovernor's Education Policy Advisor(225)342-1608

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-71

1996


Unknown

The commission conducts and coordinates the review ofinstitutions of higher education pursuant to federal law andensures that each institution remains in compliance with thestandards required by that law.



None

None

None

Not provided

In the prior years, we were advised that the commission had notheld a meeting in at least four years and had no plans to meetduring the current year. The commission did not respond to ourrequest for information this year, and we have no other indicationthat the commission is fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by executive order.

The governor should consider abolishing the commission.



POVERTY POINT RESERVOIR DISTRICT

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. Michael L. ThompsonExecutive Director(318)878-8572

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 38:3087.1

1992

Active

The district is responsible for developing the wealth and naturalresources of the district by the conservation of soil and water foragricultural, recreational, commercial, industrial, and sanitarypurposes.



None

2 unclassified


Actual BudgetJune 30,1998 June 30,1999$2,355,202 $188,152$2,353,140 $188,152

NoneNoneNone

$196,191

NoneNoneNone

$196,191

Actual amounts include the district's capital outlay account;however, the budgeted amounts do not.




PRIMARY CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. David HoodSecretaryDepartment of Health and Hospitals(225) 342-9509

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 40:2194.3

1989


Not fully organized

The council was created to study and recommend programpriorities and recommend and review contracts for theCommunity-Based Health Care Program.



None

None

None

None




PROJECT RESTORE TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. Darry) SerioFiscal OfficerDepartment of Environmental Quality(225) 765-0700

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-56

1996



The task force researches and analyzes the potential of usingnonhazardous waste materials for coastal restoration projects.



None

None

None

None

The task force has not held a meeting since its inception in 1996.The task force is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by executive order.




PUBLIC RETIREMENT SYSTEMS1 ACTUARIAL COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. Ken DuncanState Treasurer(225)342-0010

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 11:121

1988


Active

The committee coordinates orderly and consistent strategies forcontinuing development and growth of state and statewideretirement systems and pension plans or funds that will attainand maintain their soundness and advises the Joint LegislativeRetirement Committee of all findings and recommendations.



None

None

None

None




QUALITY SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS COUNCIL

Contact: Dr. Melinda OliverCenter for Scientific and Mathematical

Literacy(225) 388-6001

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 17:374

1992

Active

The council annually allocates all monies appropriated to it fromthe Quality Science and Mathematics Equipping Fund. Thecouncil is charged to establish the criteria and eligibility standardsfor the receipt of materials and supplies and establish aninventory and monitoring process for equipment and supplies thatare distributed.


Prior year actual - 4; current year estimated - not provided

None

1 part-time

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$180,000$180,000

NoneNoneNoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

$180,000$180,000

NoneNoneNoneNone



QUEBEC-LOUISIANA JOINT COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. David CherarnieDirectorCouncil for the Development of


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-72

1996



The committee is required to meet, at regular intervals, with theappropriate authorities of the Province of Quebec to arrange forand organize educational, cultural, and touristic exchanges.



None

None

None

None

A representative of CODOFIL reported that the committee did notmeet in 1998 and has no intentions of meeting in 1999. All of thecommittee functions are performed by CODOFIL. Thecommittee is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by executive order.




RED RIVER WATERWAY COMMISSIONBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Morgan W. CollinsAccountant(318) 352-3652

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 34:2301

1965


Active

The commission establishes, operates, and maintains anavigable waterway system extending from the vicinity of theconfluence of the Red River with the Old River and theAtchafalaya River north westward in the Red River Valley to thestate boundary.




None

None


$7,890,006$4,388,055

$16,650$27.464

None$54,242,510



$8,161,260$15,107,593

$27,000$44,000

None$47,296,177



RED RIVER, ATCHAFALAYA RIVER, AND BAYOU BEOUF GRAVITYDRAINAGE DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Ronald BuschelSt. Landry Parish Police Juror(318)941-2796

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 38:1921

1993

Active

The district is charged with providing an overall efficient andeffective plan to address the drainage problems affecting thegeographical area located within the Red River, AtchafalayaRiver, and Bayou Boeuf Levee District but not to include RapidesParish. The board of commissioners is the governing authority ofthe district.



$50 per meeting day

None

None

None




REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION OF JEFFERSON, ORLEANS,ST. BERNARD, AND ST. TAMMANY PARISHES

Contact: Mr. Nicholas B. SilveyDirector of Management and Finance(504)568-6611

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 33:131

1962

Active

The commission develops and maintains plans for thedevelopment of the regional planning area based on studies ofphysical, social, economic, and government trends andcoordinates development of the regional planning area topromote the general welfare and prosperity of its people.



$50 per meeting



Actual BudgetJune 30,1998 June 30,1999$2,569,319 $2,651,138$2,604,370

$3,350$31,697

None$22,494


$2,651,138

$11,600$25,280

None$22,494



REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. William J. DeVilleDeputy General Manager(504) 248-3724

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 48:1654

1979

Active

The authority is responsible for planning, designing, maintaining,and administering a transit system within the New Orleansmetropolitan area.



$75 per meeting

None

None



$5,025$8,901

NoneNot provided




$8,400$16,800

NoneNot provided



REGISTRAR OF VOTERS EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Ms. Lorraine C. DeesDirector(800)510-8515

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 11:2032

1955

Active

The board is responsible for managing the system to provideretirement allowances and other benefits for registrars of voters,their deputies, and their permanent employees.



$75 per meeting day

2 part-time


ActualJune 30,1998$2,437,656

$74,791

$3,000$8,428

$28,145$2,547,819


BudgetJune 30,1999Not provided

$111,303

$4,500$8,500

$33,611Not provided



REPTILE AND AMPHIBIAN TASK FORCE

Contact: Dr. Jimmy AveryChairman(225)388-2152

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 56:632

1991


Active

The task force is responsible for assessing and analyzing thereptile and amphibian industry in Louisiana and for reporting itsconclusions and recommendations regarding propermanagement and regulation of the industry to the legislature.



None

None

None

None




RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CONTRACTORS SUBCOMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Kelli GautreauxAccountant(225) 765-2301

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 37:2165

1995


Active

Subject to the approval of the State Licensing Board forContractors, the subcommittee is responsible for adopting rulesand regulations to govern residential building contractors in thestate, for issuing, suspending, modifying, or revoking licenses,and for prescribing and adopting regulations and policies forcontinuing education.



$75 per meeting

None

None


NoneNone

$4,425$7,028

NoneNone


NoneNone

$7,500$8,000

NoneNone

The subcommittee's financial information is included with theState Licensing Board for Contractors.




RESOURCE RECOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYBOARD OF DIRECTORS

Contact: Mr Darryl SerioFiscal OfficerDepartment of Environmental Quality(225) 765-0700

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 30:2305

1980


Active

The authority is charged with conducting a comprehensive solidwaste disposal, resource recovery, energy generation usingenergy sources other than lignite or nuclear as fuel. Theauthority may own, operate, and maintain solid wastemanagement projects; provide for the collection, transportation,storage, and disposal or diversion of solid waste; make plans,surveys, studies, and investigations in conformity with the stateplan; initiate and encourage programs, including research anddevelopment leading to maximum recovery and reuse ofrecycling materials; and plan and develop energy parks andwaste parks.



None

None

None

None




RICE PROMOTION BOARD

Contact: Mr. Leonard J. HensgensChairman(318)783-3283

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 3:551.63

1972


Active

The board promotes the growth and development of the riceindustry in Louisiana. It serves all rice farmers in Louisiana andbusinesses serving the rice industry through promotion andresearch activities.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998


None$5,602

NoneNot provided



None$4,000

NoneNot provided



Contact: Mr. R. E. GirouardChairman(318)788-7531

RICE RESEARCH BOARD

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 3:551.73

1972


Active

The board administers rice research check-off funds collected bythe Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry, selectsprojects for funding, and reviews the progress of research.



None

None

None

None




RIVER PARISHES TRANSIT AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. A. J. LaicheDirector of FinanceSt. James Parish Council(225) 562-2261

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 48:1602

1976


The board governs the mass transit system within the parishes ofSt. Charles, St. James, and St. John the Baptist.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the St. James Parish Police Jury informed usthat there have never been any appointments to the authority.The authority is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by law.




RIVER REGION CANCER SCREENING AND EARLY DETECTIONDISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Carol Abbott(225) 622-6837

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S.40:1300.61(C)

1995

Active

The board is responsible for establishing and operating the RiverRegion Cancer Screening and Early Detection Center whichscreens persons for cancer as well as promoting and conductingscientific research and training.



None

None

None

Not provided

As of January 20,1999, the committee had not submittedinformation requested by the legislative auditor in accordancewith R.S. 24:513.2(F). However, a June 30, 1998,compilation/attestation report is on file with the legislative auditor.




ROYAL STREET PROJECT ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Mr. James J. Coleman, Sr.Member(504)586-1979

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 97-31

1997


Unknown

The board provides advice to the Division of Administration andthe Louisiana Supreme Court regarding the expenditure of allfunds and all contracts, bids, proposals, and plans associatedwith renovating the building that will eventually house theLouisiana Supreme Court, Louisiana Fourth Circuit Court ofAppeal, the Law Library of Louisiana, the Louisiana JudicialAdministrator's Office, a satellite office of the Louisiana AttorneyGeneral, and a museum or tourist information center.



None

None

None

Not provided

As of February 1, 1999, the board had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F).




SALINE LAKE GAME AND FISH PRESERVEBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Rayford RoarkPresident(318)628-3153

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

Act 105 of 1976; R.S. 56:801

1976


Active

The commission is responsible for administering the game andfish reserve and for providing rules and regulations for the controlthereof.



None

None

None

None




SCHOOL BASED HEALTH CLINIC TASK FORCE

Contact: Ms. Sylvia SterneDirector of Adolescent and School HealthDepartment of Health and Hospitals(504) 568-5050

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-74

1996


Disbanded

The task force is responsible for developing and recommendinga uniform parental consent form which takes into considerationthe needs of adolescent students to have appropriate medicalattention or counseling, evaluating the types of services offeredby school health clinics, and recommending any necessarychanges to those services.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Department of Health and Hospitalsreported that the task force has fulfilled the functions for which itwas established by executive order.




SCHOOL EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Ms. Charlene QuinnAccountant Supervisor(225) 925-6491

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 11:1001

1946


Active

The board is responsible for managing the system to provideretirement allowances and other benefits for school bus drivers,janitors, custodians, maintenance employees, and otheremployees of the public school system.



$75 per meeting day


None

ActualJune 30,1998


$5,775$21,706

NoneNot provided



$9,000$23,513

NoneNot provided



SECURE REVIEW COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. MarkC. DrennenCommissioner of Administration(225) 342-7000

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EOMJF98-13

1998


Active

The Select Council on Revenues and Expenditures in Louisiana'sFuture (SECURE) Review Commission is responsible forreviewing SECURE's recommendations pertaining to governmentexpenditures and organization; analyzing the recommendedstrategies to reduce the cost of government and to improvegovernment services, as well as updating, implementing, andevaluating the progress the state has made regarding therecommendations.



None

None

None

None




SHERIFFS1 PENSION AND RELIEF FUNDBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Ms. Yvonne RichardsonExecutive Director(318)362-3191

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 11:2171

1946

Active

The board oversees the operations of the fund, to includeapproving expenditures, making policy decisions, proposinglegislation, approving purchases and sales of investments, andapproving applications for benefits.



$50 per meeting day

Unknown

None

Not provided

In prior years, a representative of the board stated that he did notbelieve that R.S. 24:513.2(F) applied to the system, and,accordingly, the board would not submit the requestedinformation. The board has not submitted information requestedby the legislative auditor for at least eight years. However, aJune 30, 1998, audit is on file with the legislative auditor.




SMALL BUSINESS COMPLIANCE ADVISORY PANEL


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 30:2062

1992


Active

The panel is responsible for rendering advisory opinions to theDepartment of Environmental Quality on the effectiveness of theSmall Business Stationary Source Technical and EnvironmentalCompliance Assistance Program.



None

None

None

None




SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OPERATORS BOARDOF CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 37:3152

1983


Active

The board is responsible for establishing a certification programfor operators of solid waste disposal facilities whichaccommodate residential and commercial solid waste. Fees paidby applicants for examination, training, and certification areestablished by the board.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$3,276

NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$2,500

NoneNone



SOUTH TERREBONNE TIDEWATER MANAGEMENT ANDCONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. James A. ErnySecretary(504)594-4104

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:3321

1986

Active

The board has authority to establish adequate drainage, floodcontrol, and water resources development, to includeconstruction of reservoirs, diversion canals, gravity and pumpdrainage systems, erosion control measures, marshmanagement, and other flood control works as they relate totidewater flooding, hurricane protection, and salt-water intrusion.



$75 per meeting day

6 unclassified


ActualJune 30,1998$1,542,692$1,196,301

$12,750$1,112

None$1,358,301


BudgetJune 30,1999$2,447,000$1,904,440

$12,600$3,000

None$1,900,861



SOUTHERN LOUISIANA DRINKING WATER STUDY COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Christ! MeauxDirectorGovernor's Office of Boards and Commissions(225)342-0919

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 40:2491

1984



The commission is responsible for restoring the public'sconfidence in the quality of the drinking water of the parishes ofAscension, Assumption, Jefferson, Lafourche, Orleans,Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. James, St. John theBaptist, and Terrebonne.



None

None

None

None

As of December 1,1998, no appointments had been made to thecommission. The commission is not fulfilling the functions forwhich it was established by law.




SOYBEAN AND GRAIN RESEARCH AND PROMOTION BOARD

Contact Mr. Kyle McCannManager(225) 922-6209

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 3:551.32

1968


Active

The board promotes the growth and development of thesoybean, wheat, corn, and grain sorghum industries in Louisianathrough research and advertisement. Assessments are levied onthe sale of soybeans, wheat, corn, and grain sorghum within thestate and the board remits 50% of assessments collected to theUnited Soybean Board.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998$1,630,623$1,738,840

NoneNone

$2,203$1,083,300

BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

NoneNone

$2,500None

A representative of the board reported that because of thesevere drought this year, a budget would not be adopted until allcrops have been harvested and more assessments have actuallybeen collected.




ST. MARY PARISH MASS TRANSIT AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Kimberly PusateriSt. Mary Parish Council(318)828-4100

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 48:1635

1979


The board was created to govern the mass transit systemlocated in St. Mary Parish.



None

None

None

None

For the second year, a representative of the St. Mary ParishCouncil informed us that board members have never beenappointed. The board is not fulfilling the functions for which itwas established by law.




STATE EMPLOYEES INCENTIVE AWARD COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Angele D. DavisDeputy Commissioner of

Administration(225) 342-7008

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 39:366.1

1989


Active

The committee is the oversight authority for agency incentiveaward programs, to include reviewing suggestions that have astatewide impact.



None

None

None

None

The committee has not held a meeting in at least six years. Thecommittee is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by law.




STATE EMPLOYEES1 RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Mr Wade H. AdamsAccount Administrator(225)922-0185

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 11:401

1946


Active

The board is responsible for managing the system to provideretirement allowances and other benefits to employees of theState of Louisiana and their beneficiaries.



$75 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998


$14,100Not providedNot providedNot provided



$16,200Not providedNot providedNot provided



STATEWIDE INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION PLANSTEERING COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. Eric KalivodaIntermodal Transportation Planning Engineer(225)358-9179

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-77

1996


Active

The committee is responsible for providing guidance, support,and executive leadership for implementation of the statewideintermodal transportation plan, drafting legislation to implementthe plan, as well as coordinating the implementation of the plan.



None

None

None

None




STRAWBERRY MARKETING BOARD

Contact: Ms. Suzanne BowmanAccountant 4Department of Agriculture and Forestry(225)922-1255

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 3:473

1958


Active

The board promotes the general well-being of the strawberryindustries in Louisiana by expanding the market for the productand increasing consumption through acquainting the public withhealth-giving quantities and food value of Louisiana-grownstrawberries, wherever they may be sold.



$20 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$7,365$9,900

NoneNoneNone

$16,921


BudgetJune 30,1999

$7,000$9,000

NoneNoneNone

$14,921



SWEET POTATO ADVERTISING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Bryce MaloneAssistant CommissionerDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry(225)922-1277

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 3:451

1942


Active

The commission is responsible for expanding the market for andincreasing the consumption of sweet potatoes by acquainting thegeneral public with the health-giving qualities and the nutritionalfood values of sweet potatoes grown in Louisiana.



$15 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$267,289$232,468

None$1,895

None$321,129


BudgetJune 30,1999

$242,200$267,175

None$2,500

None$296,154



TANGIPAHOA RIVER TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. Brad SpicerAssistant CommissionerDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 96-76

1996



The task force is responsible for coordinating the efforts of allstate agencies involved in the cleanup of the Tangipahoa Riverand monitoring the cleanup to ensure its safety for recreationaluse.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Department of Agriculture and Forestryreported that the task force has not been involved in this cleanupeffort. The task force is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by executive order.




TASK FORCE FOR THE REDUCTION OFAUTOMOBILE INSURANCE RATES

Contact Mr. Donald J. McLean, Jr.Assistant CommissionerDepartment of Insurance(225)342-1012

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EOMJF96-15

1996


Disbanded

The task force researched and analyzed the factors whichcontribute to the escalating automobile insurance rates in thestate and developed a comprehensive, detailed and actuarially-sound plan which will cause dramatic reduction of automobileinsurance rates in the state.


Prior year actual - not provided; current year estimated - none

None

None

None

None

For the second year, a representative of the Department ofInsurance reported that the task force has fulfilled the purpose forwhich it was created and has disbanded.




TASK FORCE ON ENVIRONMENTALPROTECTION AND PRESERVATION

Contact: Mr. George H. GuidryModerator(225) 388-9061

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-29

1996


Active

The task force facilitates discussions and exchanges betweenenvironmentalists, conservationists, business interests, andindustrialists on prevailing environmental concerns.

Number authorized - varies; currently serving - 25


None

None

None

None




TAX FREE SHOPPING COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Ana B. CherenekDirector(504) 568-5323

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 51:1304

1988

Department of Revenue

Active

The commission provides refunds of state and local sales tax tointernational visitors on items purchased in Louisiana atparticipating stores.



None




$671,575$591,232

NoneNoneNone

$419,240


June 30,1999$717,800$694,370

NoneNoneNone

$452,113



TECHE-VERMILION FRESHWATER DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Jason D. DupuisExecutive Director(318)233-6902

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 38:3086.3

1986

Active

The board governs the affairs of the district, which establishes,maintains, and protects a fresh water supply in Bayou Teche andVermilion River in the parishes of Iberia, St. Martin, Lafayette,and Vermilion.



$75 per meeting





$3,225$1,683

NoneNot provided




$4,000$3,000

NoneNot provided



TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Donna HanneyBudget ManagerDepartment of Education(225) 342-3621

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Pu rpose/fu notion

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 17:3921.2

1997


Active

The committee assists the Department of Education in reviewingand verifying all applications for the technology grant program.The grant funds are used to purchase various educationaltechnologies for use by teachers and students for the purpose ofimproving student learning.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$4,433

NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$5,000

NoneNone



TERREBONNE PARISH MASS TRANSIT AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Kevin GhiardiPublic Transit AdministratorTerrebonne Parish Consolidated Government(504) 873-6401

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 48:1503

1975


The board was created to govern the mass transit system withinTerrebonne Parish.



None

None

None

None

For the second year, a representative of the Terrebonne ParishConsolidated Government informed us that the board membershave never been appointed and that the parish governmentoperates a mass transit system. The board is not fulfilling thefunctions for which it was established.




TOURISM DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 51:1256

1964


Active

The commission serves in an advisory capacity to the assistantsecretary of the Office of Tourism and the secretary of theDepartment of Culture, Recreation and Tourism on mattersrelating to the development and implementation of programspromoting tourism and the historical, cultural, recreational, andscenic legacy of the state.



None

None

None

None




TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE MODEL FORECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REVIEW TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. John BasilicaActing Secretary of the Department

of Transportation and Development(225)379-1100

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

EO MJF 98-06

1998


Disbanded

The task force shall review the incomplete projects in theTransportation Infrastructure Model for Economic Development(TIMED) program and evaluate the continued need for thoseprojects as they relate to the state's transportation infrastructureimprovement needs and the overall economic development goalsof the state.


Prior year actual - not provided; current year estimated - none

None

None

None

None

The task force fulfilled the function for which it was establishedand disbanded.




TRAUMATIC HEAD AND SPINAL CORD INJURYTRUST FUND ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Mr. Don TubbProgram Manager(225) 925-3502

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 46:2634

1994


Active

The board is responsible for establishing priorities and criteria forthe disbursement of monies collected as additional fees imposedon all motor vehicle violations for driving under the influence,reckless operation, and speeding in the state, to be used solelyfor programs designed to provide services to Louisiana residentsdisabled by traumatic head and spinal cord injuries.



None

None

None

None




TRI-PARISH DRAINAGE AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Ted DenstelSecretary(225) 383-4755

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 38:3361

1990

inactive

The board is charged to govern the affairs of the district, whichprovides drainage and water conservation in parts of PointeCoupee and Iberville parishes and all of West Baton RougeParish. The board may construct reservoirs, diversion canals,gravity and pumped drainage systems, and other flood controlworks.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the board reported that the district is currentlyinactive. The district is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by law.

The legislature should consider abolishing the district.



TRI-STATE CORRIDOR COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr. M. D. LeComteCoordinating and Development Corporation(318)632-2022

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 32:1751

1990

Active

The commission is charged with conducting research studiespertaining to the four-laning, construction, expansion,improvement, or extension of Louisiana Highway 1 and providingfor the long-term economic/industrial development and tourismdevelopment of the corridor area.



None

None

None

None




UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 71 FOUR-LANE CORRIDOR COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact: Mr Ronald BuschelMember(318)585-6637

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 48:1821

1993


The commission was created to gather information on theconstruction of new roadways and bridges and the improvementsor extension of existing roadways along the route of U.S.Highway 71 between the City of Alexandria and the Town ofKrotz Springs.



None

None

None

None

For the fifth year, a member of the commission informed us thatthe commission has never met. The commission is not fulfillingthe functions for which it was established by law.




UNITED STATES HIGHWAY NO. 65 COMMISSION(Political Subdivision)

Contact; Mr. L. S. SpillersVolunteer(318)757-3033

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 48:1811

1993

Not fully organized

The commission was created to initiate and coordinate researchstudies and the gathering of information on the improvement orextension of existing roadways and bridges along the route ofU.S. Highway 65 within the boundaries of Louisiana.



None

None

None

None

For at least five years, we have been notified that thecommission has never been fully organized, but hopes toorganize and become active in the near future. The commissionis not fulfilling the functions for which it was established by law.




UNMARKED BURIAL SITES BOARD

Contact: Dr. Thomas EubanksDirectorDivision of Archaeology(225)342-8170

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 8:675

1991


Active

The board is authorized to adopt, implement, and enforce rulesand regulations to protect the burial sites of earlier residents ofthe state from desecration and to enable the properarchaeological investigation and study when disturbance of aburial site is necessary or desirable.



None

None

None

None

The board has not held a meeting in at least five years. Theboard is not fulfilling the functions for which it was established bylaw.




WELFARE REFORM COORDINATING COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. Percy ManuelDirector of Budget and Business Services(225) 342-9391

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

P u rpose/fu notion

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 46:458

1990


Inactive

The committee is authorized to provide oversight of the LouisianaWelfare Reform Act to ensure cooperation at all levels ofgovernment; to avoid duplication among agencies and programs;to ensure smooth implementation of the program; to encourageinvolvement by the public, private, and nonprofit sectors in thestate; and to provide ongoing planning.



None

None

None

None

The committee has not held a meeting in at least five years. Thecommittee is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by law.




WEST CALCASIEU PARISH COMMUNITY CENTER AUTHORITY

Contact: Ms. Sandra AndersonRecording Secretary(318)583-8981

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 33:4576

1992

Active

The authority is charged with building, maintaining, and operatinga rodeo arena, sports complex, or community center withinCalcasieu Parish.


Prior year actual - not provided; current year estimated -12

None

1 classified

None

ActualJune 30,1998


Not providedNot providedNot providedNot provided


None$880


The authority did not submit any financial information for the yearended June 30,1998, nor any 1998-99 budget information otherthan budgeted travel costs.




WESTERN CORRIDOR COMMISSIONBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Doug RagusaChairman(318)479-2316

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S.48:1682

1987

Active

The commission initiates or coordinates research, studies, andthe gathering of information on the Western Corridor Project;contracts or performs work relating to the construction,expansion, improvement, or extension of U.S. Highway 171within the boundaries of the district; and contracts for orconstructs bridges, overpasses, causeways, underpasses, trafficcircles, interchanges, and landscaping relating to the highway.Such work shall be performed by or through the authority of theDepartment of Transportation and Development.



None

None

None

None




WETLANDS CONSERVATION AND RESTORATION AUTHORITY

Contact: Mr. Len BahrExecutive Assistant(225) 342-3968

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 49:213.1

1989


Active

The authority was created to develop and annually update thestate's overall strategy for conserving and restoring coastalwetlands through the construction and management of coastalwetlands enhancement projects.



None

None

None

None




WETLANDS CONSERVATION AND RESTORATION TASK FORCE

Contact: Mr. Len BahrExecutive Assistant(225) 342-3968

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 49:213.5

1989


Active

The task force was created to assist the Wetlands Conservationand Restoration Authority in carrying out its purpose.



None

None

None

None




WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Wynnette B. KeesAccountant Administrator(225) 765-2862

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

Article VI, Section 1 of the 1921 Louisiana Constitution;Article IX, Section 7 of the 1974 Louisiana Constitution;R.S. 56:1; R.S. 36:601

1921


Active

The commission is responsible for the control and supervision ofthe wildlife of the state, including all aquatic life. The commissionhas general control, management, supervision, and direction ofthe department. It is a policy-making and budgetary-controlboard with no administrative functions. The commission has thesole authority to establish definite management programs andpolicies and to approve and accept all contracts.



$25 per meeting

None

None

None




WORKFORCE COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Ronnie RobertChairman(504) 282-0625

Legal authority

Year created

Oversight agency

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 23:71

1997


Active

The commission is responsible for developing a multiagencycooperative approach to job training by promotingcomprehensive workforce development programs, especiallyprofessional and technical programs that equal the higheststandards for achievement.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNone

None$2,289

NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNone

None$12,000

NoneNone



ZACHARY TAYLOR PARKWAY DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Patrick WittyTreasurer(225)291-3060

Legal authority

Year created

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Ending Balance

Recommendation

R.S. 48:1804

1992

Active

The board is responsible for initiating and coordinating researchstudies for the construction of a highway traversing the LouisianaHighway 1 and Louisiana Highway 10 corridor and which willcross the Mississippi River by way of a bridge, which is plannedfor construction in the vicinity of St. Francisville and New Roads.The commission is authorized to assess the feasibility ofobtaining designation of the highway as a National DefenseHighway and as a part of the National Highway System.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$87,466$103,019

NoneNoneNone

$57,418


BudgetJune 30,1999

$81,000$104,500

NoneNoneNone

$33,500


Budget Units

A budget unit is any spending unit of the state authorized to exercise, or thatdoes exercise, any functions of the state in the executive branch and which isdeclared to be a budget unit by the Division of Administration. Budget unitsare included in the executive budget of the state. The following boards,commissions, and like entities are budget units of the state or are includedwithin such budget units.

Budget Units Page E-1

ADVISORY COMMISSION ON PESTICIDES

Contact: Mr. Matthew KeppingerAssistant CommissionerDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry(225) 925-3770

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees


Members' expense information

Per diemMembers' travel expensesMembers' salary

Recommendation

R.S. 3:3211

1975


Active

The commission is responsible for establishing pesticideprograms encompassing all phases of pesticide regulationincluding registration, distribution, sale, application, storage, anddisposal; certification of pesticide users; environmentalmonitoring; and remediation of soil and water contaminated withpesticides.



$40 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$360$830None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$1,500$1,086

None


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ADVISORY COMMISSION ON PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS

Contact: Dr. Janie PonthieuxExecutive Secretary(225)219^437

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17:3141.3

1972


Active

The commission is responsible for establishing standards for theconduct of solicitors and for the operation of approximately 170proprietary schools by reviewing and recommending, to theBoard of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE), schoolsfor initial licensure and for yearly renewal; for providing for theinvestigation, by the Department of Education, and thedisposition of complaints relating to the standards; and forproviding remedies for violations of the standards.



None

1 unclassified

None

None




ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Contact: Mr. Donald J. McLean, Jr.Assistant Commissioner(225)342-1012

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

P u rpose/f u notion

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S.22:1922

1984


Active

The committee is responsible for assisting the commissioner ofinsurance in establishing educational and informational servicesto foster a greater awareness of the opportunities available in theinsurance industry and of the skills, training, and educationnecessary to prepare for employment in the industry; forreviewing all complaints alleging violations; and for reportingapparent violations to the commissioner.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$1,171

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$2,000

None



ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON LICENSING OF CHILD CARE FACILITIESAND CHILD PLACING AGENCIES

Contact; Ms. Theresa AnzaloneDirector of Bureau of Licensing(225)922-0015

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 46:1406

1985


Active

The committee is responsible for developing the initial minimumstandards for licensure of Class A facilities and advising theDepartment of Social Services on matters pertaining to thereview and revision of rules, regulations, and standards forlicensure of Class A licensed child day care centers, child placingagencies, child residential facilities, and maternity homes. Thecommittee also advises the department on all decisions to revokeor refusals to grant or renew licenses.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$1,069

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$700None



ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR TECHNOLOGY ACCESSBY THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED

Contact: Mr. Ed LeachmanDirectorData Base Commission(225)219-4025

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees


Members1 expense information

Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 39:303

1997



The council advises the Data Base Commission in all matterspertaining to accessibility of public data bases by individuals whoare blind or visually impaired.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Data Base Commission reported that thecouncil is currently being organized and is expected to beginmeeting by January 1,1999.




AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. William BoudreauxDirector(225)922-1341

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:3401

1940


Active

The commission is responsible for grading, sampling, andinspecting all grain subject to inspection under an official USDAdesignation; for inspecting moisture metering devices foraccuracy; for certifying elevator grades and samplers; forlicensing, inspecting, supervising, and auditing all grain dealersand warehouses in the state; and for licensing and supervising allcotton buyers in the state.



$40 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$520$1,577

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$2,080$1,223

None



AMBULANCE STANDARDS COMMITTEE

Contact: Ms. Nancy BourgeoisDirectorBureau of Emergency Medical Services(225) 342-4881

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 40:1232

1997


Active

The committee advises the Department of Health and Hospitalson establishing and updating a list of required medical and safetyequipment which shall be carried as part of the regularequipment of every ambulance.



None

None

None

None




AMITE RIVER BASIN DRAINAGE AND WATER CONSERVATIONDISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Ms. Kathryn SealeSecretary(225) 296-4900

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 38:3301

1981


Active

The board has the authority to establish adequate drainage, floodcontrol, and water resource development to include, but notlimited to, construction of reservoirs, diversion canals, gravity andpumped drainage systems, and other flood control works.



$60 per meeting


None

ActualJune 30,1998

$8,100$2,314

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$12,300$3,500

None



APPRENTICESHIP COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Percy J. RodriguezProgram Compliance Officer Supervisor(225) 342-7820

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 23:382

1938

Department of Labor

Active

The council, subject to approval of the secretary of theDepartment of Labor, is responsible for establishing standardsand procedures for registration and deregi strati on ofapprenticeship programs, for approving apprenticeshipagreements, and for issuing related rules and regulations.



$35 per meeting day

None

None

None




BOARD OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

P urpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 51:923

1952


Active

The board is responsible for approving or disapproving taxexemption applications for new manufactured establishmentsand expansion of existing establishments and for propertyowners who propose development of existing structures in adowntown, historic, or economic development district.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

None$7,436

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$12,000

None



BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 37:493

1950


Active

The board is responsible for supervising, investigating, andregulating the beauty and hairdressing industry in the state. Theboard is authorized to issue, suspend, or revoke licenses ofcosmetologists, operators, hairdressers, estheticians,manicurists, managers, beauty shop owners, teachers, schools,and students to protect the health and welfare of the people ofthe state.



$75 per meeting day




$30,167$18,256

None


June 30,1999$49,500$27,590

None



BOARD OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

Contact: Ms. Weegie PeabodyExecutive Director(225) 342-5840

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 17:1

1974


Active

The board is responsible for supervising and controlling thepublic elementary and secondary schools, vocational-technicaltraining schools, and special schools under its jurisdiction and isresponsible for all funds appropriated or allocated by the state forthose schools.



$50 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998

$17,900$47,233

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$21,528$52,000

None


Budget Units PageE-13

Contact: Ms. JoAnn R. JohnsonAdministrative Director(225)922-1400

BOARD OF ETHICS

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S.42:1132

1996

Department of State Civil Service

Active

The board is responsible for administering and enforcingprovisions of the Code of Governmental Ethics, the ElectionIntegrity Act, the Campaign Finance Disclosure Act, and theLobbyist Disclosure Act.




23 classified


ActualJune 30,1998

$4,800$10,173

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$5,590$5,008

None


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BOARD OF PARDONS

Contact: Ms. Jaymee BurleighAdministrative Specialist II(225) 342-5421

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

Article IV, Section 5(E) of the 1974 Louisiana Constitution

1968

Department of Public Safety and Corrections, CorrectionsServices

Active

The board is responsible for receiving and examining informationand documents to make recommendations to the governorregarding applications for clemency and pardon of individualswho are incarcerated.



None




None$436

$165,000


June 30,1999None

$3,000$186,000



Contact: Mr. Fred Y. ClarkChairman(225) 342-6622

BOARD OF PAROLE

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 15:574.2

1968


Active

The board is responsible for determining the time and conditionsof parole for convicted felons sentenced to prison and confined inthe state and for revoking and returning to incarceration thoseoffenders who are unable to adjust and have violated theconditions of their parole.



None




None$40,695

$258,000


June 30,1999None

$29,393$258,000



BOARD OF REGENTS

Contact: Ms. Marlene FreemanAssistant Commissioner of Fiscal Affairs(225) 342-4253

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

Article VIII, Section 5 of the 1974 Louisiana Constitution

1975


Active

The board is responsible for planning, coordinating, andbudgeting for all public higher education in the state; foradministering the Louisiana Education Quality Support Fund asrequired by Act 1020 of 1986; and for formulating a master planfor higher education, including as a minimum within the masterplan, a formula for the equitable distribution of funds.



$50 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998

$15,700$21,568

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$18,000$32,856

None



BOARD OF TAX APPEALS

Contact: Ms. Marie WilliamsClerk{225)922-0172

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 47:1401

1942


Active

The board is responsible for acting as an appeal board to hearand decide questions arising from disputes between taxpayersand the state.






ActualJune 30,1998

$20,100$1,651

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$20,100$3,240

None



BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

Contact. Mr. James A. CaillierSystem President(225) 342-6950

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

Article VIII, Section 6 of the 1974 Louisiana ConstitutionandR.S. 17:1831

1974


Active

The board is responsible for supervising and managing statecolleges and universities that are not managed by a highereducation board created specifically for such a purpose.Specifically, under the supervision and management of the boardare:

. Delgado Community College at New Orleans

. Grambling State University at Grambling

. Louisiana Tech University at Ruston

. McNeese State University at Lake Charles

. Nicholls State University at Thibodaux< Northeast Louisiana University at Monroe. Northwestern State University of Louisiana at Natchitoches. Southeastern Louisiana University at Hammond. University of Southwestern Louisiana at Lafayette. Nunez Community College at Chalmette. Bossier Parish Community College in Bossier Parish- River Parishes Community College. South Louisiana Community College- Louisiana Technical College - Teche Area Campus






ActualJune 30,1998

$15,250$34,787

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$15,000$30,000

None



BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 3:1604

1992


Active

The commission is responsible for suppressing or eradicating theboll weevil and cooperating with state and federal agencies in theadministration of cost-sharing programs for the suppression oreradication of the boll weevil.



None

None

None

None




Contact: Ms. Sharon PerezDirector(225) 342-0040

BOND COMMISSION

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 39:1401

1968


Active

The commission issues and sells all general obligation bonds ofthe State of Louisiana issued pursuant to Article VII, Section 6 ofthe Constitution, payable from the Bond Security andRedemption Fund. In addition, state agencies and politicalsubdivisions may not incur debt or levy taxes, or hold electionsthereof, without approval or authorization of the commission.



$75 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998

$6,366$4,214

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$12,000$4,200

None



CABINET ADVISORY GROUP ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 51:2384

1996


Active

The group is responsible for advising, coordinating with, andproviding research, informational, and staff support to theEconomic Development Council to implement the strategiceconomic development plan for the state.



None

None

None

None




CADDO PINE ISLAND OIL AND HISTORICAL MUSEUMGOVERNING BOARD

Contact: Ms. Coe HaygoodDirector(318)995-6845

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:380.21

1997

Department of State

Active

The board is responsible for establishing policies, rules, andregulations for the operation of the museum including setting andcharging admission and tour fees and user or rental fees to anyor all museum buildings and exhibits.



None

2 classified


None




CANCER AND LUNG TRUST FUND BOARD

Contact Mr. Ray WhitingAdministrator(504) 568-3335

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 40:1299.88

1980

Louisiana State University Medical Center

Active

The board is responsible for directing disbursements of grantmonies from the Cancer and Lung Trust Fund to be used solelyfor research, clinical investigations, and training in the cancer andcardiopulmonary fields.



None

1 classified


ActualJune 30,1998

None$889None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$4,600

None


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CAPITAL AREA HUMAN SERVICES DISTRICT GOVERNING BOARD

Contact: Honorable William Dupont, JudgeChairman(225) 922-2700

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 46:2663

1996


Active

The board is responsible for directing the operation andmanagement of community-based programs and servicesrelative to public health, mental health, developmental disabilities,and substance abuse services for the parishes of Ascension,East Baton Rouge, Iberville, Pointe Coupee, and West BatonRouge.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

None$383None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$350None



CHILDREN'S CABINET

Contact: Ms. Gwendolyn P. HamiltonExecutive Director(225)342-1677

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 46:2602

1992


Active

The cabinet is responsible for facilitating and requiring thecoordination of policy, planning, and budgeting which affectsprograms and services for children and their families;coordinating delivery of services to children and their families;and eliminating duplication of services where appropriate. Thecabinet is responsible for assuring the most efficient and effectiveuse of resources, particularly through programs for interventionand prevention.



None

2 unclassified


None

R.S. 46:2606 provides for the cabinet to terminate and its legalauthority to cease, as well as for the repeal of Title 46, Chapter45, on July 1,2000.




CHILDREN'S TRUST FUND BOARD

Contact: Ms. Judy HarrisonExecutive Director(225) 342-2245

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 46:2404

1983


Active

The board is responsible for reviewing, evaluating, adopting,coordinating, and revising the comprehensive state plan for childabuse prevention which is to be funded through the LouisianaChildren's Trust Fund. The board reviews, evaluates, andawards grants from the fund for child abuse and neglectprevention and monitors and evaluates the programs andservices that have been funded by grants from the trust fund.



None

2 unclassified


None




CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Anne SoileauActing Deputy Director(225) 342-8070

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

Article XIV, Section 15(c) of the 1921 Louisiana Constitution(adopted as Constitutional Amendment), continued by Article X,Section 3 of the 1974 Louisiana Constitution

1952


Active

The commission is responsible for the administration andregulation of a merit system for state employees within theclassified service.




101 classified



$18,825 $15,450$15,752 $11,388None None




COMMISSION FOR THE DEAF

Contact: Ms. Jan FaulknerExecutive Director(225)925-4177

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 46:2351

1980


Active

The commission is responsible for promoting and coordinatingpublic and private services for deaf and/or hard of hearingindividuals; serving as an advocate for the needs and rights ofthe deaf and hearing impaired; certifying and maintaining aregistry of certified interpreters; reviewing and reporting on thestatus of available services; and recommending priorities forappropriate programs and services for the deaf and hearingimpaired.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$662None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$1,000

None



COMMISSION OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES

Contact: Mr. Ronnie HarrellDirector(225) 925-3780

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:4603

1952


Active

The commission is responsible for testing and inspectingcommercially used weights, measures, and measuring devices tomaintain a fixed standard by which sales and purchases can bemade with confidence.



$40 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$360$1,256

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$2,020NoneNone



COMMISSION ON ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE

Contact: Mr. Alton E. HadleyDepartment of Health and Hospitals(225)342-6717

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 46:2500

1984


Active

The commission serves as the advisory board for the Office ofAlcohol and Drug Abuse on state policy with respect to alcoholand drug abuse; advises other state entities on state alcohol anddrug abuse policy; recommends policy, program initiatives, andgoals relative to alcohol and drug abuse prevention andtreatment to be included in an annual state plan; and serves as aliaison to state and local entities advocating prevention andtreatment of alcohol and drug abuse.




None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$11,542

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$15,000

None



COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS

Contact: Ms. Leah R. RabyActing Executive Director(225) 342-6969

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 51:2231

1988


Active

The commission is responsible for assuring that the state hasappropriate legislation prohibiting discrimination in employmentand public accommodations sufficient to justify the deferral ofcases by the federal Equal Employment OpportunityCommission, the Secretary of Labor, and the Department ofJustice, and to safeguard all individuals within the state fromdiscrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age,disability, national origin, sickle cell trait, pregnancy, or othermedical conditions; and to further the interest, rights, andprivileges of individuals within the state.



$65 per meeting day


Employees participate in state benefit plans,

None




COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OFCRIMINAL JUSTICE

Contact: Ms. Judy MoutonDeputy Director(225) 925-4430

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 15:1201

1976


Active

The commission is responsible for studying and encouragingadoption of methods that make law enforcement more effectiveand justice administration more efficient and fair, for encouragingpublic understanding of the responsibilities and problems of lawenforcement officers and agencies, and for developing publicsupport for their efforts.



None



None




COMMISSION ON PERINATAL CARE ANDPREVENTION OF INFANT MORTALITY

Contact: Mr. Robert BabinProgram Manager(225)342-9513

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 40:2018

1989


Active

The commission is responsible for researching and reviewing allstate laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and procedures thatimpact perinatal care and, where appropriate, makingrecommendations to the legislature and secretary of theDepartment of Health and Hospitals. In addition, the commissionis responsible for providing a plan that the state can adopt toreduce the number of teenage pregnancies, sick infants, andinfant mortalities.



None

16 part-time

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$385None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$500None



COMMITTEE FOR THE COORDINATION OFPOLICE SERVICES OF ELDERLY PERSONS

Contact: Ms. Judy MoutonDeputy Director(225)925-1997

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

P u rpose/fu notion

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 15:1231

1994


Active

The committee advises law enforcement agencies and seniorcitizen organizations in the study and evaluation of the TriadPrograms," sponsored by the National Sheriffs' Association, theInternational Association of Chiefs of Police, and the AmericanAssociation of Retired Persons, as an effective response to theproblems of crime against elderly persons.



None

None

None

None




COMMITTEE OF CERTIFICATION WATERWORKSAND SEWERAGE WORKS OPERATORS

Contact: Mr. Larry J. FoxAdministrator(225) 765-5058

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R,S. 40:1141

1972


Active

The committee is responsible for advising and assisting the statehealth officer in the administration of the certification program foroperators of all water production facilities, treatment plants,distribution systems, and sewerage collection systems andtreatment plants. The committee conducts all work necessary topromote the certification program by developing examinations,examining certificate candidates, and maintaining records.



None

None

None

None




COMMITTEE ON PRIVATE CHILD CARE

Contact: Ms. Theresa AnzaloneDirector of Bureau of LicensingDepartment of Social Services(225)922-0015

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 46:1410

1985


Active

The committee is responsible for developing minimum standardsfor licensure of Class B child care facilities and consulting withthe Department of Social Services on matters pertaining todecisions to revoke or refuse to grant Class B licenses.



None

None

None

None




COUNCIL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF FRENCH IN LOUISIANA(CODOFIL)

Contact: Mr. David CheramieDirector(318)262-5810

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:651

1968


Active

The council is empowered to do any and all things necessary toaccomplish the development, utilization, and preservation of theFrench language as found in the state for the cultural andeconomic benefit of the state.



None



None




COUNCIL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF SPANISH IN LOUISIANA(CODESPAN)

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 25:671

1985


Unknown

The council is responsible for promoting the study of the Spanishlanguage and Hispanic culture in schools, colleges, anduniversities in Louisiana, and for developing a relationshipbetween the State of Louisiana and the Spanish-speakingnations of the world.



None

None

None

Not provided

For the second year, the council had not submitted informationrequested by the legislative auditor in accordance with R.S.24:513.2(F). The council did not meet from 1994 to 1996 and wehave not received any indication that the council plans onmeeting in the future. The council is not fulfilling the functions forwhich it was established by law.




COUNCIL ON PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING

Contact: Mr. Aubrey FutrellDeputy Assistant Director(225)925-1997

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 40:2403

1976


Active

The council has broad supervisory authority over education(training standards) made available to law enforcement officers.This council is responsible for accrediting law enforcementtraining centers; developing minimum curriculum requirements;establishing instructor qualifications; certifying officers andinstructors; inspecting and evaluating training centers, courses,and programs; and adopting, amending, or repealing rules andregulations to implement and interpret applicable acts.



None

None

None

None




CRIME VICTIMS REPARATIONS BOARD

Contact: Mr. Bob WertzProgram Manager(225)925-1997

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S.46:1801

1982


Active

The board is used by the Louisiana Commission on LawEnforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice to administerfederal Victims Reparations funds. The board is responsible forreviewing and approving or denying reparations1 applications forvictims of violent crimes.



$75 per meeting

None

None

None




DAIRY STABILIZATION BOARD

Contact: Mr. Bob SimonDirector{225)922-1346

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:4106

1974


Active

The board is responsible for licensing (without charge) andauditing processors, distributors, and retail stores selling dairyproducts and for conducting investigations to detect and preventviolations of laws, rules, and regulations.



$30 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$330$775None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$900$1,303

None



DATA BASE COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Ed LeachmanDirectorOffice of Data Base Commission(225)219-4025

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 39:291

1991


Active

The commission provides consistent financial, economic,demographic, and other data to be readily accessible in a uniformformat for management and policy planning purposes.



$75 per meeting

None

None

None

The commission's expenditures are included in the Division ofAdministration's budget.




DRUG ABUSE RESISTANCE EDUCATION (DARE) ADVISORY BOARD

Contact: Ms. Judy MoutonDeputy Director(225)925-1997

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-41

1996


Active

The board is charged with developing, promoting, monitoring,and evaluating the DARE program throughout the state. Theboard serves as an advisory body to the Louisiana Commissionon Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice inthis respect.



None

None

None

None




DRUG CONTROL AND VIOLENT CRIME POLICY BOARD

Contact: Ms. Alyce LappinDeputy Assistant Director(225) 925-4443

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-44

1996


Active

The duties of the board include, but are not limited to, serving asan advisory body to the Louisiana Commission on LawEnforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice anddeveloping a statewide drug control and violent crime strategyencompassing all components of the criminal justice system.



None

None

None

None




Contact: Mr. Steve YoungGovernor's Office(225) 342-3423

DRUG POLICY BOARD

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 49:219.2

1990


Active

The board is responsible for identifying, examining, selecting, ordeveloping and recommending or implementing drug controlpolicies to more effectively combat illegal drugs and alcoholabuse; evaluating how anti-drug monies are used inimplementing related programs; identifying and evaluating theeffectiveness of public awareness and drug prevention programs;and assessing the role of law enforcement in combating drugabuse and trafficking.



None

None

None

None




ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONBOARD OF DIRECTORS

Contact: Mr. Dennis ManshackExecutive Director(225) 342-5675

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 51:2311

1988


Active

The board is responsible for governing the EconomicDevelopment Corporation, which serves as the single reviewboard for all financial assistance, grants, and investmentprograms, administered by the Department of EconomicDevelopment.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

None$3,260

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$5,087

None



ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 51:2377

1996


Active

The council is responsible for formulating and recommending acomprehensive strategic plan for economic development in thestate, and working in concert with the Cabinet Advisory Group onEconomic Development to provide direction and coordination forthe implementation of any state measures the legislature decidesto pursue.



None

1 classified


ActualJune 30,1998

None$4,774

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$5,210

None



ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCILEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 51:2382(B)(1)

1996


Active

The committee is authorized to divide the work of the EconomicDevelopment Council into discrete areas and to establish andappoint subcommittees. The committee also meets quarterlywith the Cabinet Advisory Group on Economic Development toexchange information and facilitate implementation strategiesregarding the state master plan for economic development.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Department of Economic Developmentreported that all expenses of the committee are paid by theEconomic Development Council.




ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS DEVELOPMENTADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Henry StamperDirectorDivision of Economically

Disadvantaged Business Development(225) 342-5373

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 51:1765

1996


Active

The council is responsible for reviewing and commenting uponthe processes used by the Division of EconomicallyDisadvantaged Business Development in determining qualifiedbusinesses, advising the division regarding approaches indelivering developmental assistance to disadvantaged business,monitoring the efforts of the division, and conducting regionalmeetings to inform the citizenry of the work of the division.



$75 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$1,425$2,390

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$9,900$6,500

None



EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION AUTHORITY

Contact: Ms. Beth CourtneyExecutive Director(225) 767-4200

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17:2503

1971


Active

The authority, which serves four million Louisiana residents andschool children through six television licenses and severalcooperative endeavors, is responsible for promoting the use ofeducational and public television in the state.



$25 per meeting day



None




EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES CERTIFICATION COMMISSION



Year created 1997

Budget unit Department of Health and Hospitals

Status Active

Purpose/function The commission advises the Bureau of Emergency MedicalServices within the Department of Health and Hospitals, onrequirements an

d standards for certification of emergency medical personnel and continuing education requirements forcertification.

Members Number authorized -10; currently serving - 9



Employees None


Members' expense information Actual BudgetJune 30,1998 June 30,1999

Per diem None NoneMembers' travel expenses None $2,000Members' salary None None




EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FORCHILDREN ADVISORY COUNCIL


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 40:1300.105

1995


Active

The council advises the Department of Health and Hospitals andthe coordinator of the Emergency Medical Services for Childrenprogram on all matters concerning emergency medical servicesfor children.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$1,000

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$2,000

None



EMPLOYMENT SECURITY BOARD OF REVIEW

Contact: Mr. Joseph W. BryantDeputy Undersecretary(225)342-3137

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 23:1652

1936

Department of Labor

Active

The board serves as the third level of employer claims hearing ofappeals. The board is responsible for disposing of appeals filedto the higher authority.



$60 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$44,700$10,464

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$66,540$11,734

None



EXECUTIVE BOARD ON AGING

Contact: Mr. Paul ColombStaff Attorney(225)342-7100

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recom men d ation

R.S. 46:933

1992


Active

The board is responsible for developing and implementingpolicies and procedures pertaining to the Office of Elderly Affairswithin the Office of the Governor; for approving matters of policyand all rules and regulations pertaining to elderly affairs and allvoluntary parish councils on aging; and for reviewing and makingrecommendations to the director of the Office of Elderly Affairs onmatters of general importance and relevance to the planning,monitoring, coordination, and delivery of services to the elderly.



$40 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$1,976

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$4,000

None



FEED COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Matthew KeppingerAssistant CommisOsionerDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry(225) 925-3770

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:1892

1948


Active

The commission is responsible for registering and regulatingoperations of the feed industry in Louisiana to ensure qualityproducts for the farmers and consumers in the state.



$40 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$175None


BudgetJune 30,1999

NoneNoneNone



FERTILIZER COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommen d ation

R.S. 3:1312

1948


Active

The commission is responsible for registering and regulating theactivities of the fertilizer industry so that it may provide qualityproducts to the farmers and consumers of the state.



None

None

None

None




FIREMAN'S SUPPLEMENTAL PAY BOARD

Contact: Mr. James L. ThibodeauxDeputy Undersecretary(225) 925-6032

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 33:2006

1967


Active

The board is responsible for deciding questions of eligibility offiremen to receive supplemental pay out of state funds.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$913None





FORESTRY COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Paul D. FreyState Forester(225) 925-4500

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:4271

1921


Active

The commission is responsible for protecting, conserving, andreplenishing the natural resources of the state. The commissionprepares plans for execution of laws relating to forestry, selectsand employs the state forester and controls his tenure of office,and directs and advises the state forester in the work of thecommission.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$182None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$200None



FUR AND ALLIGATOR ADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Greg LinscombeProgram Manager(318)373-0032

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 56:266(0)

1986


Active

The council is responsible for reviewing and approvingrecommended procedures and programs to be funded from theLouisiana Fur and Alligator Public Education and Marketing Fundand the Louisiana Alligator Resource Fund and ensures that anymonies from the fund are expended for the specific goals of thecouncil.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$12,247

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$15,000

None



GAMING CONTROL BOARD

Contact: Ms. Lana TramonteAdministrative Assistant(225) 295-8450

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 27:11

1996


Active

The board has all regulatory authority, control, and jurisdiction,including investigation, licensing, and enforcement, and all powerincidental or necessary to such regulatory authority, control, andjurisdiction over all aspects of gaming activities and operationswithin the state.



$100 per meeting




$9,400 $36,800$7,769 $54,500

$110,828


$206,528



GOVERNOR'S COUNCIL ON PHYSICAL FITNESS AND SPORTS

Contact: Mr. Durand "Rudy" MacklinExecutive Director(225) 342-4886

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 40:2451

1980


Active

The council is responsible for developing, fostering, andcoordinating services and programs of physical fitness andsports for the people of Louisiana; sponsoring physical fitnessand sports workshops; giving recognition to outstandingdevelopments and achievements in physical fitness and sports;stimulating physical fitness research; and enlisting the support ofindividuals, civic groups, amateur and professional sportsassociations, and other organizations to promote and improvephysical fitness and sports programs.



None

1 unclassified


None




GOVERNOR'S REHABILITATION ADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Ms. Brenda BercegeayProgram Specialist(225)925-4135

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

EO MJF 96-43

1996


Active

The council advises the Office of Rehabilitation Services withinthe Department of Social Services in the development ofprograms, methods, and strategies designed to enhanceopportunities of employment and independence for persons withdisabilities.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$18,765

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$35,000

None



GOVERNOR'S STATEWIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCIL

Contact: Ms. Sarah LiberiaCouncil Coordinator(225)342-0187

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

EO MJF 96-42

1996


Active

The council is responsible for jointly developing, in conjunctionwith the Office of Rehabilitation Services, a state plan forindependent living services and centers for independent living;and monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating implementation of thisstate plan.



None

2 unclassified


ActualJune 30,1998

None$29,894

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$30,000

None



HAZARD MITIGATION TEAM

Contact: Mr. Art JonesDisaster Recovery ChiefOffice of Emergency Preparedness(225) 342-6629

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

EO MJF 96-49

1996

Military Department

Active

The team advises and assists the Office of EmergencyPreparedness in updating and improving its disaster assistanceand emergency preparedness plans.



None

2 classified


None




HEALTH EDUCATION AUTHORITY OF LOUISIANA (HEAL)

Contact: Mr. Marshall J. RyalsExecutive Director(504) 568-5835

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 17:3053

1968


Active

The authority is responsible for promoting the medical and healtheducation activities of private and public institutions in the state,assisting in providing prompt and efficient medical and healthcare services at a reasonable cost, and striving to achievesuperlative standards of attainment in health care and education.



None

None


ActualJune 30,1998

None$3,356

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$4,000

None



HIGHWAY SAFETY COMMISSION

Contact Mr. James E. ChampagneExecutive Director(225) 925-6991

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 48:1351

1968


Active

The commission is responsible for developing and administeringthe state's traffic safety program by cooperating with the federalgovernment and other entities for the purpose of highway safety;preparing highway safety plans; studying, evaluating, andpreparing statistics regarding motor vehicle crashes, injuries, anddeaths; and obtaining federal funds for use within the state forhighway safety purposes.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

None$4,117

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$2,000

None



HORTICULTURE COMMISSION OF LOUISIANA


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:3801

1950


Active

The commission is responsible for governing the qualificationsand practices of professional arborists, retail and wholesaleflorists, horticulturists, landscape architects, landscapecontractors, nursery stock dealers, and cut flower dealers. Thecommission establishes examinations and collects examination,license, and permit fees.




None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$40$21

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$250$250None



INDIGENT DEFENSE ASSISTANCE BOARD

Contact: Mr. Jelpi Picou, Jr.Director(504) 568-8530

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 15:151

1997


Active

The board is responsible for providing supplemental funds, whenappropriated, to judicial district indigent defender boards andthrough its established programs for the purposes of complyingwith the requirements of the Constitutions of the United Statesand Louisiana and specific statutory provisions affording the rightto counsel to indigent defendants in criminal cases.



$101 per meeting



ActualJune 30,1998

NoneNoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

$5,000$5,500

None



INSURANCE RATING COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Donald J. McLean, Jr.Assistant CommissionerDepartment of Insurance(225) 342-5350

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 22:1401

1992


Active

The commission is responsible for regulating insurancecompanies and rating organizations governing the application ofrules and rates; reviewing and approving or disapproving rates tobe charged on all casualty-surety-fire and inland marine risks,including applications for deviations from rates, plans, schedules,or rules; and calling and conducting hearings when modified priorapproval rate filings are not sufficiently documented by actuarialevidence.



$50 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$3,850$18,691

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$18,000$11,889

None



INTERAGENCY COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR CHILDNET

Contact: Ms. Janie MartinExecutive Director(225) 342-3638

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 17:1979

1987


Active

The council is responsible for advising and assisting theDepartment of Education in identifying sources of fiscal and othersupport for services for early intervention programs for infantsand toddlers with special needs; assisting in achieving the fullparticipation, coordination, and cooperation of all public agenciesin Louisiana; assisting in assigning financial responsibility toappropriate agencies; and promoting interagency agreements.



None

1 unclassified


ActualJune 30,1998

None$11,515

None

BudgetJune 30,1999

None$16,000

None

Members' travel expenses also include travel expenses of thecouncil's staff.




INTERIM EMERGENCY BOARD

Contact: Ms. Cynthia B. DuhonBoard Secretary(225) 342-0349

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 39:461; Article VII, Section 7 of the 1974 LouisianaConstitution

1974


Active

The board is responsible for obtaining funds, either from the stateGeneral Fund or by borrowing on the full faith and credit of thestate, when an emergency situation arises between sessions ofthe legislature. In addition, the board recommends prioritychanges in the capital outlay program and approves financialinstitutions as state depositories/fiscal agents.



$97 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$1,194$369None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$4,700$2,500

None



INTERPRETER CERTIFICATION BOARD

Contact: Ms. Jan FaulknerExecutive DirectorLouisiana Commission for the Deaf(225)925-4177

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 46:2352(7)(c)(i)

1993


Active

The board is responsible for reporting to and advising theLouisiana Commission for the Deaf in the administration of thecertification program for sign language interpreters, including anyspecialized interpreters.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$514None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$750None



JEAN LAFITTE SCENIC BYWAY DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Gerald BreauxPresident(318)232-3737

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 48:1831

1993


Active

The board is charged with developing and implementing a planfor the preservation, beautification, and promotion of the scenicdrive and the natural, historic, and cultural sites and attractions ofthe route of Louisiana Highway 82, beginning at the VermilionParish line and ending at Holmwood, Louisiana.



None

None

None

None




JEFFERSON PARISH HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Dr. Leslie TremaineExecutive Director(504)838-5215

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 28:831

1989


Active

The board is responsible for directing the operation andmanagement of mental health, mental retardation, and substanceabuse services for Jefferson Parish.



None



None




LEARN COMMISSION

Contact: Dr. Louann BierleinGovernor's Education Policy Advisor(225)342-1608

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

EO MJF 96-8

1996


Active

The commission oversaw the development of a stateconsolidation plan to improve education, developedrecommendations regarding the implementation of the plan, andis currently overseeing the implementation of the plan.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$8,385

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$7,500

None



LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Charles M. FullerExecutive Director(225) 925-4895

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 40:1841

1950


Active

The commission is responsible for regulating the LiquefiedPetroleum Gas and Anhydrous Ammonia CommercialDistribution System within the state.



$50 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998

$4,550$3,576

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$4,800$3,600

None



LIVESTOCK BRAND COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Terrel DelphinDirector(225) 925-3962

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R,S. 3:732

1944


Active

The commission is responsible for investigating livestock thefts,maintaining brand records, and reporting livestock marketinformation. The commission receives assistance from the statepolice, local sheriffs, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and lawenforcement officials in other states.



$40 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$210None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$600None



LIVESTOCK SANITARY BOARD

Contact: Dr. Maxwell LeaDirector(225) 925-3980

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:2091

1908


Active

The board is responsible for licensing and supervising livestockdealers and auction markets and for requiring livestock owners toquarantine, test, or vaccinate livestock to prevent, control, anderadicate disease. The board serves all livestock producers andowners in the state.



$40 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$2,581

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$3,500

None



LOUISIANA EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT TESTING COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Scott NortonDivision Director(225) 342-3748

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17;24.4(J)

1986


Active

The commission is responsible for studying elementary andsecondary education testing issues and indicators of studentperformance. The commission serves in an advisory capacity tothe Board of Elementary and Secondary Education byrecommending procedures for conducting, maintaining, andreporting reliable accountability measures of studentperformance.



None

None

None

None


1999 Boards. Commissions, and Like Entities Report


LOUISIANA SCHOOL FOR MATH, SCIENCE AND THE ARTSBOARD OF DIRECTORS

Contact: Brother David SinitiereExecutive Director{318)357-3174

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 17:1964

1982


Active

The board establishes policies necessary for an efficientoperation, selects and employs staff, establishes a curriculum,and otherwise provides for the general operation of the school.



None

None


ActualJune 30,1998

None$1,456

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$5,000

None



LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY AND AGRICULTURAL ANDMECHANICAL COLLEGE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Contact: Mr. Todd M. Barre1

Director of Budget(225) 388-6935

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 17:1453

1855


Active

The board is responsible for the supervision and management ofthe Louisiana State University and Agricultural and MechanicalCollege System. The mission of the system involvesdevelopment of the highest levels of intellectual and professionalendeavor in programs of instruction, research, and service.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

None$13,019

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$13,500

None



LOUISIANA UNIVERSITIES MARINE CONSORTIUMFOR RESEARCH AND EDUCATION (LUMCON)

EXECUTIVE BOARD

Contact: Mr. William J. HebertFinancial Operations Manager(504)851-2800

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17:3451

1979

Board of Regents

Active

The board is responsible for administering the affairs of theconsortium. The board reports to the Board of Regents on allfiscal and programmatic matters of the consortium.



None

None

None

None




MARKET COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Bryce MaloneAssistant CommissionerDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry(225) 922-1277

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:401

1940


Active

The commission is responsible for promoting Louisiana products,administering loan programs for Louisiana agricultural industries,and enforcing regulations on Louisiana products. Thecommission serves all farmers subject to rules governing gradingand certification of farm products and agribusinesses eligible forloans and loan guarantees for processing and storing agriculturalproducts.



$40 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$480$1,288

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$2,400$113None



MEDICAL ADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Bobby BrelandDeputy Assistant SecretaryOffice of Motor Vehicles(225) 925-6281

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

P u rpose/f unction

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 40:1351

1968


Active

The council is responsible for advising the Department of PublicSafety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, with respect tothe visual ability or physical condition of driver's licenseapplicants insofar as any impairment or disability may hinder theperson's ability to maintain reasonable control of a motor vehicle.



None

None

None

None




MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TRUST FUNDADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Louis LylesProgram Manager(225) 342-3922

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 46:2604

1992


Active

The council is responsible for advising the secretary of theDepartment of Health and Hospitals in the administration of theMedical Assistance Trust Fund; providing recommendations,advice, and assistance in the analysis and preparation of rulesand regulations pertinent to the operation and administration ofthe trust fund; and reviewing the financial records and accountsof the trust fund and making such recommendations to thesecretary as are deemed appropriate.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$44

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$300None



MEDICAL DISCLOSURE PANEL

Contact: Ms. Paula KramerProgram Specialist(225) 342-4702

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S.40;1299.40(E)

1975


Active

The panel is responsible for determining which risks and hazardsrelated to medical care and surgical procedures must bedisclosed by a physician or other health care provider to a patientor person authorized to consent for a patient and to establish thegeneral form and substance of such disclosure.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$700None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$700None



MEDICAL MALPRACTICE PATIENT'S COMPENSATION FUNDOVERSIGHT BOARD

Contact: Mr. Michael WalshExecutive Director(225) 342-6052

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 40:1299.44(0)

1990


Active

The board is responsible for the management, administration,operation, and defense of the Medical Malpractice Patient'sCompensation Fund.






ActualJune 30,1998

$2,850$1,917

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$2,300

None



MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICEBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Mr. Kevin RobshawDirector(225) 342-6678

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees


Members* expense information

Recommendation

R.S. 28:64

1977


Active

The board governs the Mental Health Advocacy Service, whichprovides legal counsel and representation for mentally disabledpersons and ensures that their rights are protected. The MentalHealth Advocacy Service provides legal counsel to all patientsrequesting such service who are admitted for treatment pursuantto involuntary admission, commitment, legal competency, changeof status, transfer, or discharge.



None


None

None




MILITARY ADVISORY COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees


Members* expense information


Recommendation

EO MJF 96-12

1996


Active

The commission was established to pull together the variousmilitary interest which exists within the state, to provide a forumfor those interests, and to serve as a liaison between variousmilitary entities and various civilian interests within the state.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$250None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$56,600

None



Contact: Ms. Bonnie YarbroughAccountant 3(225) 342-4533

MINERAL BOARD

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 30:121

1936


Active

The board is responsible for leasing state lands for mineralexploration and development. The board reviews existingmineral leases for proper maintenance, development, andoperation; reviews payments pursuant to state leases; anddocuments agreements affecting state leases, includingunitization, compromise, consent letters, and assignments.



$75 per meeting day

10 classified

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$9,300$8,139

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$9,000$6,225

None



MISSISSIPPI RIVER PARKWAY COMMISSION OF LOUISIANA

Contact: Mr. Sidney BabinChief Landscape Architect(225)379-1550

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S.48:101(A)

1980


Active

The commission is an affiliate of the National Mississippi RiverParkway Planning Commission and is required to cooperate withand assist it in promoting interest in the development of the GreatRiver Road as designated by the federal authorities and to servein an advisory capacity to the Department of Transportation andDevelopment.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$1,031

None





MUSIC COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S.25:315

1979


Active

The commission is responsible for promoting and developingpopular commercial music and its related industry in Louisiana.



None




None$472None


June 30,1999None

$1,000None



NONPUBLIC SCHOOL COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Weegie PeabodyExecutive DirectorBoard of Elementary and Secondary

Education(225) 342-5840

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 17:11

1975


Active

The commission is responsible for advising and counseling theBoard of Elementary and Secondary Education relative toguidelines for private and proprietary schools' minimumrequirements of a sustained curriculum or specialized course ofstudy of quality at least equal to that prescribed for similar publicschools.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$3,953

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$4,100

None



OFFSHORE TERMINAL AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Mr. Terry W. GeeExecutive Director(225)379-1235

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 34:3104

1972


Inactive

The authority is charged with promoting the industrial andpetrochemical base of the Mississippi Valley by providingadequate deep draft port facilities; promoting scientific and otheruses relating to offshore terminal facilities; accommodating andplanning for technological innovations occurring in the worldwideand domestic shipping industry to increase efficiency and theflow of commerce; protecting environmental values andLouisiana's coastal marshland ecosystem; and asserting andprotecting Louisiana's economic, social, and environmentalinterests in the development of any offshore terminal facilitiesoutside the State of Louisiana where such development mayhave an impact upon the state.



None

2 unclassified


None

R.S. 34:3104 specifies that the authority shall be governed by aboard of commissioners appointed by the governor. According tothe executive director, a board of commissioners does not existand he was appointed by the governor and confirmed by theSenate.

The legislature should consider amending R.S. 34:3104 as itpertains to the existence of a board of commissioners and toprovide for the executive director's appointment.



OILFIELD RESTORATION COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Gary RossPetroleum Engineer Manager(225) 342-6089

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 30:83

1993


Active

The commission is responsible for approving lists of contractorsacceptable to conduct site assessment and restoration; reviewingthe administration of site restoration activities and the adequacyof restoration assessments; and administering and managing theOilfield Site Restoration Fund.



None

None

None

None




PEACE OFFICER TRAINING STUDY COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. Aubrey FutrellDeputy Assistant Director(225) 925-4942

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 40:2405.2

1998


Not fully organized

The committee was created to study and makerecommendations to the governor concerning the establishmentof minimum training standards for reserve, part-time, and full-timepeace officers.



None

None

None

None

The committee is scheduled to expire on July 31, 1999.




PLANNING COUNCIL ON DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

Contact: Ms. Sandee WinchellActing Executive Director(225) 342-6804

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 28:750

1982


Active

The council is established to plan effective coordination of stateresources to meet the needs and promote the dignity of personswith developmental disabilities; to serve as an advisor to thegovernor, the secretary of the Department of Health andHospitals, and the legislature on programs and policies pertainingto services; and to promote provision of a full range of services,assistance, and opportunities for persons with developmentaldisabilities, including housing, education, rehabilitation,employment, recreation, family support, and other neededsupport services in the least restrictive environment.



None




None$11,578

None



None$17,000

None



PORK PROMOTION BOARD

Contact: Mr. Bryce MaloneAssistant CommissionerDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry(225)922-1277

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 3:551.82

1972


Inactive

The board was established to promote the growth anddevelopment of the pork industry in Louisiana through researchand advertisement.



None

None

None

None

For the fifth year, a representative of the Department ofAgriculture and Forestry reported that the board is inactive. Theboard is not fulfilling the functions for which it was established bylaw.




PRISON ENTERPRISES BOARD

Contact: Ms. Ginger WilliamsonExecutive Officer(225) 342-6603

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 15:1155

1983


Active

The board advises the secretary of Corrections Servicesregarding the management of the agricultural and industrialprograms which are operated by Prison Enterprises at thevarious state correctional institutions.



$75 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$4,050$2,921

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$7,875$4,836

None



PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

Contact: Mrs. Von M. MeadorUndersecretary(225) 342-4421

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 45:11611

1921

Public Service Commission

Active

The commission is responsible for fixing and regulating the ratesand services of public utilities; prescribing rules and regulationsgoverning the operation of contract carriers in competition withcommon carriers; and prescribing minimum rates, fares, andcharges.



None




None None$33,501 $35,000

$225,000


$225,000



RACING COMMISSION


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 4:144

1940


Active

The commission is responsible for instituting and maintaining aregulatory program for horse racing in Louisiana to protect publichealth, safety, and welfare.



$50 per meeting




$2,200$37,686

None


June 30,1999$20,000$22,626

None



REAL FRENCH DESTINATION SCENIC BYWAY DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Louis CornayMember(318)662-5876

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

P urpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 48:2002

1995


Active

The board is responsible for developing and implementing a planfor the preservation, beautification, and promotion of the scenicdrive beginning at LA 93 from Bayou Fusilier and ending at theintersection with US 167.



None

None

None

None




RED RIVER COMPACT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Curtis G. PattersonAssistant SecretaryPublic Works and Intermodal Transportation(225)379-1294

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 38:20

1978


Active

The purpose and function of the Compact Commission is toadminister and enforce compliance with the provisions of theCompact among the four signatory states, Texas, Oklahoma,Arkansas, and Louisiana. The Compact is simply a contractbetween the four states to divide and apportion the waters of theRed River in a fair and equitable manner. The primary businessof the Compact Commission is to establish equitable rules forapportioning the waters and equitable methods for calculatingand monitoring compliance with the apportionment rules.



$50 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$100$400None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$100$600None



RED RIVER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL


Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 51:2402

1989


Disbanded

The council was charged to develop a master plan for utilizationof the fresh water supply of the Red River and for thedevelopment of the area within the watersheds of the Red Riverand its tributaries and for the protection of the watersheds.



None

None

None

None

The council completed its mission and submitted the master planto the governor and the legislature in February 1991. The councilhas not fulfilled the function for which it was established by law.




REGIONAL MUSEUM GOVERNING BOARDOF THE LOUISIANA STATE EXHIBIT MUSEUM

Contact: Mr. Forrest DunnAdministrator(318)632-2020

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 25:379.1

1991

Department of State

Active

The board establishes policies, rules, and regulations for theoperation of the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum and advises thesecretary of state on all matters relating to the operation of themuseum.


Prior year actual - not provided; current year estimated - 4

None

None

None

None




RURAL HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY

Contact: Ms. Suzanne LavergneProgram Manager(225)342-9513

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 40:2198

1993


Inactive

The authority, through the Department of Health and Hospitals, isauthorized to establish primary health clinics in each rural parishand to enhance comprehensive regional treatment centers tomeet the special health care needs of rural Louisiana in the areasof Alexandria, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Monroe, NewOrleans, and Lake Charles. The authority is charged withestablishing three commissions in south Louisiana and threecommissions in north Louisiana to meet the health care needs ofthose areas.



None

None

None

None

A representative of the Department of Health and Hospitalsreported that the authority is inactive. The authority is notfulfilling the functions for which it was established by law.




SABINE RIVER AUTHORITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Contact: Ms. Linda Curtis-SparksExecutive Director(318)256-4112

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 38:2322

1950


Active

The board is responsible for conserving, storing, controlling,preserving, using, and distributing the waters of the rivers andstreams of the Sabine watershed; draining and reclaiming themarsh, swamp, and overflow lands in the district; controllingfloods and causing settlement and cultivation of the lands; andconserving and beneficially using the water resources of theSabine River and its tributaries.



$50 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998

$7,700$6,487

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$7,800$5,405

None



SCHOOL AND DISTRICT ACCOUNTABILITY ADVISORY COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Weegie PeabodyExecutive DirectorBoard of Elementary and Secondary

Education(225) 342-5840

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 17:10.1

1997


Active

The commission advises the state Board of Elementary andSecondary Education on all aspects of a statewide system ofschool and district accountability.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$22,019

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$10,000

None



SEAFOOD PROMOTION AND MARKETING BOARD

Contact: Mr. Chris HebertAssistant Executive Director(504) 568-5693

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 56:578.2

1981


Active

The board functions as a liaison with other state, federal, andregional fishery development agencies regarding investment, taxincentives, and other means of assisting the economicdevelopment of the Louisiana's commercial seafood industry.The board also develops markets and marketing strategies for allLouisiana seafood products.



$35 per meeting



ActualJune 30,1998

None$367None





Contact: Mr. Matthew KeppingerAssistant Commissioner(225) 925-3770

SEED COMMISSION

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 3:1432

1946


Active

The commission is responsible for licensing and regulating theseed industry and for providing quality seed for Louisianaconsumers and producers. The commission is also responsiblefor a seed certification system which keeps pedigree records forcrop varieties and provides a source of genetically pure seed andpropagating materials for general distribution.



None

None

None

None




SENTENCING COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Carle L. JacksonPolicy Advisor for Criminal Justice(225) 925-4440

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 15:322

1987


Active

The commission serves local and state criminal justice agenciesby formulating advisory sentencing guidelines to be consideredby the judiciary in determining sentences in particular courtcases. The commission conducts an annual review onsentencing in Louisiana and advises the governor and legislatureon all matters relating to sentencing.



None

None

None

None

The policy advisor for criminal justice reported that thecommission did not meet in 1996, 1997, and 1998. Thecommission is not fulfilling the functions for which it wasestablished by law.




SERVE COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Beverly ShawFiscal OfficerDepartment of Culture, Recreation and

Tourism(225)342-8198

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 49:1112

1993

Office of Lieutenant Governor

Active

The commission is charged with encouraging community serviceas a means of community and state problem-solving, promotingand supporting citizen involvement in government and privateprograms, developing a long-term comprehensive vision and planfor action for community service initiatives in Louisiana, acting asthe state's policy-making body for the corporation on Nationaland Community Service, and serving as the state's liaison tonational and state organizations which support its mission.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

$1,976NoneNone


BudgetJune 30,1999

$1,016NoneNone



SOUTHERN RAPID RAIL TRANSIT COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. John leBourgeoisTechnical Liaison to Chairman(504) 568-6633

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 48:1671

1980


Active

The commission was created to investigate the feasibility of railpassenger service in the tri-state area and to promote and initiatethis service based on feasibility.



$75 per meeting

None

None

ActualJuly 31,1998

$2,400$25,500

None


BudgetJuly 31,1999

$4,100$30,000

None



SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Contact: Reverend Joe R. Gant, Jr.Chairman(225)771-4600

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 17:1851 and 17:3216

1975


Active

The board is responsible for supervising and managing theSouthern University System. The system includes SouthernUniversity and Agricultural and Mechanical College at BatonRouge, Southern University Law Center, Southern University atShreveport, and Southern University at New Orleans.



$50 per meeting day

None

None


$24,400$53,429

None



$25,000$60,000

None



STADIUM AND EXPOSITION DISTRICTBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Contact: Mr. Harold AsherAccountant(504) 525-8524

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

Act 541 of 1976; Act 640 of 1993

1976


Active

The board is responsible for financing and operating amulti-purpose domed stadium and related facilities.



$50 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$3,050$2,745

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$7,500$18,000

None



STATE EMPLOYEES GROUP BENEFITS PROGRAMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Mr. Bruce J. MinorFiscal Officer(225)925-6615

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 42:871

1979


Active

The board is responsible for adopting rules and regulations forthe administration of the State Employees Group BenefitsProgram. The board provides group health and accidentinsurance and group life insurance to state employees, stateretirees, school board employees, school board retirees, andtheir dependents.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

None$9,051

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$13,500

None



STATE POLICE COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Debra JohnsonDirector(225) 925-7057

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

Article X, Part IV, Section 41 of the 1974 Louisiana Constitution

1991


Active

The commission is responsible for administering and regulatingthe state police classified and unclassified service.



$75 per meeting

3 unclassified



None$2,630

None


June 30,1999None

$2,700None



STATE POLICE RETIREMENT SYSTEMBOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Mr. Walter W. SmithDirector(225) 925-4878

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 11:1302

1938

State Police Retirement System

Active

The board is responsible for managing and administering thefund; authorizing the retirement of any police employee who maybe eligible to retire; determining monthly pensions and retirementsalaries; and incurring whatever expenses may be necessary toproperly administer the fund.



$75 per meeting



ActualJune 30,1998

None$2,000

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$2,500

None



STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. Bradley E. SpicerAssistant Commissioner(225)922-1269

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:1204

1938


Active

The committee is responsible for assisting the supervisors of soiland water conservation districts in carrying out any of theirprograms.




None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$1,890$3,830

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$2,100$3,800

None



STRUCTURAL PEST CONTROL COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Matthew KeppingerAssistant Commissioner(225) 925-3770

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 3:3363

1942


Active

The commission is responsible for regulating the structural pestcontrol industry to protect the interests, health, safety, andwelfare of the public.

Number authorized - 5; currently sewing - 5


$40 per meeting day

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$187None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$100None



STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE COMMISSION

Contact: Ms. Connie AlmondFiscal Officer(225)922-1041

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 36:642

1964


Active

The commission is responsible for assisting post secondarystudents in obtaining financial resources for the pursuit of theiracademic goals. Assistance is provided through the guaranteeof student loans and through scholarships, grants, andentitlements.



$50 per meeting



ActualJune 30,1998

$4,200$4,811

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$8,100$5,633

None



SUPPLEMENTAL PAY BOARD OF REVIEWFOR MUNICIPAL POLICE OFFICERS

Contact: Mr. James L. ThibodeauxDeputy Undersecretary(225) 925-6032

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 33:2218.7

1962


Active

The board is responsible for determining the eligibility ofmunicipal police officers to receive additional pay out of statefunds.



None

None

None

None




SYSTEMIC INITIATIVES PROGRAM COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Rene Joseph MireContracts and Fiscal Coordinator(225) 922-0690

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17:2757

1992


Active

The council is responsible for recommending and supportingchange and improvement in school mathematics and science tothe Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Board ofRegents, the management boards for colleges and universities,the State Superintendent of Education, and the Commissioner ofHigher Education.



None



None




SYSTEMIC INITIATIVES PROGRAM COUNCILEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Contact: Mr. Rene Joseph MireContracts and Fiscal Coordinator(225) 922-0690

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/fu notion

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 17:2758(A)(4)

1995


Active

The executive committee is authorized to act for the council in itsabsence, except that the executive committee may not authorizethe allocation of funds to professional development projects ormodify salaries of council staff.



None

None

None

None




Contact: Mr. James D. PetersAdministrator(225) 925-7855

TAX COMMISSION

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 47:1831

1916

Department of Revenue

Active

The commission is responsible for administering and enforcingLouisiana laws relating to local property tax and public serviceproperty tax assessments. The commission is charged with theresponsibility of formulating and implementing a system thatensures uniformity of tax assessments throughout all parishes ofthe state.



None



ActualJune 30,1998

$173,000None

$10,707


BudgetJune 30,1999

$173,000None

$10,600



TEACHERS1 RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF LOUISIANABOARD OF TRUSTEES

Contact: Ms. Theresa DetillierAccountant Manager(225) 925-6478

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 11:821

1936

Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana

Active

The board is responsible for the general administration andproper operation of the Teachers' Retirement System, whichprovides retirement allowances and other benefits for theteachers of the state.



$75 per meeting day



ActualJune 30,1998

$18,825$35,210

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$21,600$51,000

None



TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS COUNCIL

Contact: Ms. J. Renea AustinDeputy Commissioner of Administration(225)342-7105

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 39:212

1997


Active

The council is responsible for establishing policies, procedures,and criteria relative to innovative technological systems andservices and their applications to government as well asrecommending funding for those proposed projects that meetestablished requirements.



None

None

None

None




TELEPHONE ACCESS PROGRAM BOARD

Contact: Ms. Jan FaulknerExecutive DirectorCommission for the Deaf(225)925-4177

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 46:2352

1995


Active

The board advises the Commission for the Deaf on mattersrelating to the statewide program to provide access to all publictelecommunications services by persons who are deaf,deaf/blind, and others such as severely hearing Impaired orseverely speech impaired.



None

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

None$117None


BudgetJune 30,1999

None$300None



TUITION TRUST AUTHORITY

Contact: Ms. Connie AlmondFiscal Officer{225)922-1041

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 17:3083

1993


Active

The authority helps make higher education affordable andaccessible to all residents of Louisiana, to assist in themaintenance of state institutions of higher education by helpingto provide a more stable financial base to these institutions, toprovide the residents of Louisiana with financing assistance, toencourage and enhance the ability of residents to obtain accessto institutions of higher education, and to encourage academicexcellence.



$50 per meeting

None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$150$150None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$450$450None



VETERANS AFFAIRS COMMISSION

Contact: Mr. Joey StricklandExecutive Director(225) 922-0500

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees




Recommendation

R.S. 29:253

1944


Active

The commission is responsible for adopting and promulgatingrules and regulations governing the operations of the Departmentof Veterans Affairs, advising the department's director inproblems concerning the welfare of veterans, making andpublishing annual and special reports to the governor concerningthe operations of the department, and establishing service officesthroughout the state.




None

None

ActualJune 30,1998

$3,550$5,071

None


BudgetJune 30,1999

$5,400$5,000

None



WORKER'S COMPENSATION ADVISORY COUNCIL

Contact: Mr. Dan BoudreauxAssistant Secretary(225) 342-7555

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Comments

Recommendation

R.S. 23:1294

1989

Department of Labor

Active

The council is responsible for monitoring and reporting to thegovernor and the legislature on the implementation andadministration of laws pertaining to the administration of workers'compensation claims and to make specific recommendationsthereon.


Prior year actual - unknown; current year estimated - none

$75 per meeting

None

None

None

There are no members currently serving on the council and nomeetings are scheduled for the 1999. The council is not fulfillingthe functions for which it was established by law.




WORKER'S COMPENSATION SECOND INJURY BOARD

Contact: Mr. James E. CampbellDirector(225) 342-7866

Legal authority

Year created

Budget unit

Status

Purpose/function

Members

Number of meetings

Authorized per diem

Employees



Recommendation

R.S. 23:1372

1974

Department of Labor

Active

The board is responsible for administering the Worker'sCompensation Second Injury Fund to determine whether anemployer or his insurer is entitled to reimbursement from the fundwhen a handicapped employee receives a subsequent injury thatcreates a greater disability than would have resulted from thesubsequent injury alone. The board serves all employers andinsurance companies writing worker's compensation insurance.



None

13 classified


None



Index

An alphabetical index of the 458 boards, commissions, and like entitiesincluded within this report is located on the following pages.

Boards, Commissions, and Like EntitiesReport to the Legislature

IndexPage

Abbeville Harbor and Terminal District Board of Commissioners B-1Advisory Commission on Pesticides E-1Advisory Commission on Proprietary Schools E-2Advisory Commission on Teacher Education and Certification D-1Advisory Committee for the Regulation and Control of Water Well Drillers D-2Advisory Committee on Assisted Living D-3Advisory Committee on Equal Opportunity E-3Advisory Committee on Hospice Care D-4Advisory Committee on Licensing of Child Care Facilities and

Child Placing Agencies E-4Advisory Committee on Midwifery D-5Advisory Committee on Pain D-6Advisory Committee on Respiratory Care A-1Advisory Council for Technology Access by the Visually Impaired E-5Advisory Council for the Administrative Leadership Academy D-7Advisory Council on Early Identification of Hearing Impairment in Infants D-8Advisory Council on the Child Care and Development Block Grant Program D-9Advisory Panel for the Education of Children with Exceptionalities D-10Agricultural Commodities Commission E-6Agricultural Finance Authority D-11Airport Authority Board of Commissioners D-12Alarm Services Advisory Board D-13Alexandria Regional Port Authority Board of Commissioners B-2Algiers Development District Board of Commissioners D-14Ambulance Standards Committee E-7Amite River Basin Drainage and Water Conservation District

Board of Commissioners E-8Apprenticeship Council E-9Archaeological Survey and Antiquities Commission D-15Architects Selection Board D-16Artificial Reef Development Council D-17Arts Council D-18Ascension-St. James Airport and Transportation Authority

Board of Commissioners D-19Assessors' Retirement System Board of Trustees D-20Associated Branch Pilots for the Port of New Orleans Fee Commission D-21Associated Branch Pilots of the Port of Lake Charles Fee Commission D-22Atchafalaya Basin Advisory Committee D-23Atchafalaya Basin Levee District Board of Commissioners C-1Atchafalaya Basin Promotion and Research Board D-24Atchafalaya Trace Commission D-25Auctioneers Licensing Board A-2Automobile Insurance Plan Governing Committee D-26Avoyelles Parish Port Commission B-3Bayou D'Arbonne Lake Watershed District Board of Commissioners D-27Bayou Lafourche Fresh Water District Board of Commissioners D-28


Page F-2 Index

PageBeef Industry Council D-29Belgium-Louisiana Joint Committee D-30Bi-State Corridor Commission D-31Board for Hearing Aid Dealers A-3Board of Architectural Examiners A-4Board of Barber Examiners A-5Board of Certification for Substance Abuse Counselors A-6Board of Certified Public Accountants A-7Board of Certified Social Work Examiners A-8Board of Chiropractic Examiners A-9Board of Commerce and Industry E-10Board of Cosmetology E-11Board of Dentistry A-10Board of Election Supervisors D-32Board of Electrolysis Examiners A-11Board of Elementary and Secondary Education E-12Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors A-12Board of Ethics E-13Board of Examiners for New Orleans and Baton Rouge Steamship Pilots

for the Mississippi River D-33Board of Examiners for Nursing Facility Administrators A-13Board of Examiners for Sanitarians A-14Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology A-15Board of Examiners of Bar Pilots for the Port of New Orleans D-34Board of Examiners of Certified Shorthand Reporters A-16Board of Examiners of Dietetics and Nutrition A-17Board of Examiners of Interior Designers A-18Board of Examiners of Psychologists A-19Board of Library Examiners A-20Board of Massage Therapy A-21Board of Medical Examiners A-22Board of Morgan City, Berwick Port Pilot Commissioners and Examiners D-35Board of New Orleans and Baton Rouge Steamship Pilot Review

for the Mississippi River D-36Board of Nursing A-23Board of Optometry Examiners A-24Board of Pardons E-14Board of Parole E-15Board of Pharmacy A-25Board of Physical Therapy Examiners A-26Board of Practical Nurse Examiners A-27Board of Private Investigator Examiners A-28Board of Private Security Examiners A-29Board of Regents E-16Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors A-30Board of Review of the Associated Branch Pilots for the Port of New Orleans D-37Board of River Port Pilot Commissioners and Examiners for the Port of

Lake Charles D-38Board of River Port Pilot Commissioners for the Port of New Orleans D-39Board of River Port Pilot Review for the Port of New Orleans D-40Board of Tax Appeals E-17Board of Trustees for State Colleges and Universities E-18Board of Veterinary Medicine Examiners A-31


Index Page F-3

PageBoard of Wholesale Drug Distributors A-32Boll Weevil Eradication Commission E-19Bond Commission E-20Bossier Levee District Board of Commissioners C-2Boxing and Wrestling Commission A-33Cabinet Advisory Group on Economic Development E-21Caddo Levee District Board of Commissioners C-3Caddo Pine Island Oil and Historical Museum Governing Board E-22Caddo-Bossier Parishes Port Commission B-4Cancer and Lung Trust Fund Board E-23Cane River Waterway District Board of Commissioners D-41Capital Area Human Services District Governing Board E-24Cash Management Review Board D-42Catahoula Parish Port Commission B-5Catfish Promotion and Research Board D-43Cemetery Board A-34Certified Stress Analysts Board A-35Child Death Review Panel D-44Children's Cabinet E-25Children's Cabinet Advisory Board D-45Children's Health Insurance Program Task Force D-46Children's Trust Fund Board E-26Civil Service Commission E-27Clerks of Court Certification Program Committee D-47Clerks of Court Retirement System Board of Trustees D-48Clinical Laboratory Personnel Committee D-49Columbia Port Commission B-6Commercial Building Energy Conservation Code Advisory Committee D-51Commission for the Deaf E-28Commission for the Promotion of Uniform Legislation D-52Commission for the Review and Improvement of Services Procurement D-53Commission of Weights and Measures E-29Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse E-30Commission on HIV and AIDS D-54Commission on Human Rights E-31Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice E-32Commission on Perinatal Care and Prevention of Infant Mortality E-33Committee for the Coordination of Police Services of Elderly Persons E-34Committee of Certification Waterworks and Sewerage Works Operators E-35Committee on Private Child Care E-36Community/Technical College and Adult Education Task Force D-55Concordia Parish Port Commission B-7Coordinating Council on Domestic Violence D-56Co-ordinating Council on Education D-50Coordinating Council on Telemedicine and Distance Education D-57Correctional Facilities Corporation Board of Directors D-58Council for the Development of French in Louisiana (CODOFIL) E-37Council for the Development of Spanish in Louisiana (CODESPAN) E-38Council on Automobile Insurance Rates and Enforcement D-59Council on Peace Officer Standards and Training E-39Crawfish Promotion and Research Board D-60Creole Nature Trail Scenic Byway District

Board of Commissioners D-61


Page F-4 Index

PageCrescent City Connection Oversight Authority D-62Crescent River Port Pilots Association Fee Commission D-63Crime Victims Reparations Board E-40Dairy Industry Promotion Board D-64Dairy Stabilization Board E-41Data Base Commission E-42Deferred Compensation Commission D-65Dental Referral Study Commission D-66Distance Learning Network Advisory Board D-67District Attorneys' Retirement System Board of Trustees D-68Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Advisory Board E-43Drug Control and Violent Crime Policy Board E-44Drug Policy Board E-45Drug Testing Task Force D-69East Cameron Port Commission B-8East Jefferson Levee District Board of Commissioners C-4Economic Development and Gaming Corporation Board of Directors D-70Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors E-46Economic Development Council E-47Economic Development Council Executive Committee E-48Economically Disadvantaged Business Development Advisory Council E-49Educational Facilities Trust Fund District Board ofTrustees D-71Educational Television Authority E-50Edward Douglass White Historic Site Governing Board D-72Egg Commission D-73El Camino East-West Corridor Commission D-74Electronic Benefits Transfer Program Task Force D-75Emergency Medical Services Certification Commission E-51Emergency Medical Services for Children Advisory Council E-52Emergency Response Commission D-76Employment Security Board of Review E-53Engineers Selection Board D-77Environment and Natural Resources Council D-78Environmental Education Commission D-79Environmental Services Commission of St. Tammany Parish D-80Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority

Board of Commissioners D-81Executive Board on Aging E-54Feed Commission E-55Fertilizer Commission E-56Fifth Louisiana Levee District Board of Commissioners C-5Film and Video Commission D-82Fire Prevention Board of Review D-83Firefighters' Retirement System Board ofTrustees D-84Fireman's Supplemental Pay Board E-57First Stop Shop Coordinating Council D-85Fiscal Review Committee D-86Fluoridation Advisory Board D-87Folklife Commission D-88Forestry Commission E-58France-Louisiana Joint Committee D-89Fur and Alligator Advisory Council E-59Gaming Control Board E-60


Index Page F-5

PageGeographic Information Systems Council D-90Governing Board of the Louisiana State Cotton Museum D-91Governor's Advisory Council on Disability Affairs D-92Governor's Advisory Council on Safe Drug-Free Schools and Communities D-93Governor's Arson Strike Force D-94Governor's Committee on Employment of the Physically Handicapped D-95Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports E-61Governor's DWI/Vehicular Homicide Task Force D-96Governor's Forest Products Industry Development Task Force D-97Governor's Mansion Commission D-98Governor's Rehabilitation Advisory Council E-62Governor's School-to-Work Council D-99Governor's Statewide Independent Living Council E-63Governor's Task Force on Individual Wastewater Treatment Systems D-100Governor's Task Force on Tuberculosis D-101Grand Isle Independent Levee District Board of Commissioners C-6Grand Isle Port Commission B-9Grant Parish Port Commission B-10Greater Baton Rouge Port Commission B-11Greater Krotz Springs Port Commission B-12Greater Lafburche Port Commission B-13Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission D-102Greater Ouachita Port Commission B-14Harbor Police Retirement System Board of Trustees D-103Hazard Mitigation Team E-64Health Care Commission D-104Health Education Authority of Louisiana (HEAL) E-65Higher Education Executive Advisory Committee D-106High-Speed Rail Transportation Advisory Council D-105Highway Safety Commission E-66Historical Jazz Society D-107Historical Records Advisory Board D-108Home Instruction Program for Preschool Youngsters

(HIPPY) Advisory Board D-109Horticulture Commission of Louisiana E-67Housing Finance Agency Board of Commissioners D-110Imports and Exports Trust Authority Board of Trustees D-111Indian Gaming Commission D-112Indigent Defense Assistance Board E-68Infrastructure Bank Board of Directors D-113Insurance Education Advisory Council D-114Insurance Rating Commission ; E-69Interagency Action Council for the Homeless D-116Interagency Coordinating Council for ChildNet E-70Inter-Agency Transportation Coordination Committee D-115Interim Emergency Board E-71International Trade Commission D-117International Trade Development Board D-118Interpreter Certification Board E-72Interstate 49 South Project Task Force D-119Jean Lafitte Scenic Byway District Board of Commissioners E-73Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District

Board of Commissioners B-15


Page F-6 Index

PageJefferson Parish Human Services Authority Board of Commissioners E-74John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District Board of Commissioners D-120Joint Administration Committee on Prescriptive Authority for

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses D-121Justice System Funding Commission D-122Kenner Naval Museum Commission D-123Lafayette Economic Development Authority Board of Commissioners B-16Lafourche Basin Levee District Board of Commissioners C-7Lake Borgne Basin Levee District Board of Commissioners C-8Lake Bruin Recreation and Water Conservation District

Board of Commissioners D-124Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District Board of Commissioners B-17Lake Pontchartrain Sanitary District Board of Commissioners D-125Lake Providence Port Commission B-18Landscape Architects Selection Board D-126Latin American Business Development Commission D-127Learn Commission E-75Licensed Professional Counselors Board of Examiners A-36Licensed Professional Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors

Board of Examiners A-37Licensing Board for Contractors A-38Licensing Board for Locksmiths D-128Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission E-76Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission Advisory Board D-129Litter Reduction and Public Action Commission D-130Livestock Brand Commission E-77Livestock Sanitary Board E-78Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development

Authority Board of Directors D-131Lottery Corporation Board of Directors D-132Louisiana Educational Assessment Testing Commission E-79Louisiana Private Employment Service Advisory Council D-133Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts Board of Directors E-80Louisiana State Library Board of Commissioners D-134Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors D-135Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College

Board of Supervisors E-81Louisiana Tourism Promotion District Board of Directors D-136Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium for Research and Education

(LUMCON) Advisory Council D-137Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium For Research and Education

(LUMCON) Executive Board E-82Madison Parish Port Commission B-19Marine Recreational Fishing Development Board D-138Maritime Advisory Task Force D-139Maritime Provinces-Louisiana Joint Committee D-140Market Commission E-83Medicaid Drug Program Committee D-141Medical Advisory Council E-84Medical Assistance Trust Fund Advisory Council E-85Medical Disclosure Panel E-86Medical Education Commission D-142Medical Malpractice Patient's Compensation Fund Oversight Board E-87


Index Page F-7

PageMental Health Advocacy Service Board of Trustees E-88Mermentau River Harbor and Terminal District Board of Commissioners B-20Military Advisory Commission E-89Mineral Board E-90Mississippi River Corridor Task Force D-143Mississippi River Parkway Commission of Louisiana E-91Mississippi River Road Commission D-144Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District Board of Commissioners B-21Motor Carrier Advisory Committee D-145Motor Vehicle Commission A-39Municipal Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees D-146Municipal Police Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees D-147Music Commission E-92Natchitoches Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners C-9Natchitoches Parish Port Commission B-22National Register Review Committee D-148Naval War Memorial Commission Board of Commissioners D-149New Orleans City Park Improvement Association Board of Commissioners D-150New Orleans-Baton Rouge Steamship Pilots Association Fee Commission D-151Nineteenth Louisiana Levee District Board of Commissioners C-10Nonpublic School Commission E-93North Bossier Levee District Board of Commissioners C-11North Lafourche Conservation, Levee, and Drainage District

Board of Commissioners C-12North Terrebonne Parish Drainage and Conservation District

Board of Commissioners D-152Nursing Supply and Demand Commission A-40Occupational Information Coordinating Committee D-153Offshore Terminal Authority Board of Commissioners E-94Oilfield Restoration Commission E-95Old State Capitol Advisory Board D-154Orleans Levee District Board of Commissioners C-13Oyster Lease Damage Evaluation Board D-155Pan African Commission Board of Commissioners D-156Parks and Recreation Commission D-157Parochial Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees D-158Peace Officer Training Study Committee E-96Physician Assistants Advisory Committee D-159Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities E-97Plumbing Board A-41Pointe Coupee Port, Harbor and Terminal District Board of Commissioners B-23Pointe Coupee-West Feliciana Bridge, Ferry, and Tunnel Authority D-160Polygraph Board A-42Pontchartrain Levee District Board of Commissioners C-14Pork Promotion Board E-98Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners B-24Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners B-25Postsecondary Review Commission D-161Poverty Point Reservoir District Board of Commissioners D-162Primary Care Advisory Council D-163Prison Enterprises Board E-99Project Restore Task Force D-164Public Retirement Systems'Actuarial Committee D-165


Page F-8 Index

PagePublic Service Commission E-100Quality Science and Mathematics Council D-166Quebec-Louisiana Joint Committee D-167Racing Commission E-101Radio and Television Technicians Board A-43Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners A-44Rapides Parish Port Commission , B-26Real Estate Appraisers State Board of Certification A-45Real Estate Commission A-46Real French Destination Scenic Byway District Board of Commissioners E-102Red River Compact Commission E-103Red River Development Council E-104Red River Levee and Drainage District Board of Commissioners C-15Red River Parish Port Commission B-27Red River Waterway Commission Board of Commissioners D-168Red River, Atchafalaya and Bayou Boeuf Levee District

Board of Commissioners C-16Red River, Atchafalaya River, and Bayou Beouf Gravity

Drainage District Board of Commissioners D-169Regional Museum Governing Board of the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum E-105Regional Planning Commission of Jefferson, Orleans, St. Bernard,

and St. Tammany Parishes D-170Regional Transit Authority Board of Commissioners D-171Registrar of Voters Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees D-172Reptile and Amphibian Task Force D-173Residential Building Contractors Subcommittee D-174Resource Recovery and Development Authority Board of Directors D-175Rice Promotion Board D-176Rice Research Board D-177River Parishes Transit Authority Board of Commissioners D-178River Region Cancer Screening and Early Detection District

Board of Commissioners D-179Royal Street Project Advisory Board D-180Rural Health Care Authority E-106Sabine River Authority Board of Commissioners E-107Saline Lake Game and Fish Preserve Board of Commissioners D-181School and District Accountability Advisory Commission E-108School Based Health Clinic Task Force D-182School Employees' Retirement System Board ofTrustees D-183Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board , E-109SECURE Review Commission D-184Seed Commission E-110Sentencing Commission E-111Serve Commission E-112Sheriffs' Pension and Relief Fund Board of Trustees D-185Small Business Compliance Advisory Panel D-186Solid Waste Management System Operators Board of

Certification and Training D-187South Lafourche Levee District Board of Commissioners C-17South Louisiana Port Commission B-28South Tangipahoa Parish Port Commission B-29South Terrebonne Tidewater Management and Conservation District

Board of Commissioners D-188


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PageSouthern Louisiana Drinking Water Study Commission D-189Southern Rapid Rail Transit Commission E-113Southern University Board of Supervisors E-114Soybean and Grain Research and Promotion Board D-190St. Bernard Port, Harbor and Terminal District Board of Commissioners B-30St. Mary Parish Mass Transit Authority Board of Commissioners D-191St. Tammany Parish Port Commission B-31Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners E-115State Employees Group Benefits Program Board of Trustees E-116State Employees Incentive Award Committee D-192State Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees D-193State Police Commission E-117State Police Retirement System Board of Trustees E-118State Soil and Water Conservation Committee E-119Statewide Intermodal Transportation Plan Steering Committee D-194Strawberry Marketing Board D-195Structural Pest Control Commission E-120Student Financial Assistance Commission E-121Supplemental Pay Board of Review for Municipal Police Officers E-122Sweet Potato Advertising and Development Commission D-196Systemic Initiatives Program Council E-123Systemic Initiatives Program Council Executive Committee E-124Tangipahoa River Task Force D-197Task Force for the Reduction of Automobile Insurance Rates D-198Task Force on Environmental Protection and Preservation D-199Tax Commission E-125Tax Free Shopping Commission D-200Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana Board of Trustees E-126Teche-Vermilion Freshwater District Board of Commissioners D-201Technology Advisory Committee D-202Technology Innovations Council E-127Telephone Access Program Board E-128Tensas Basin Levee District Board of Commissioners C-18Tensas Parish Port Commission B-32Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District Board of Commissioners C-19Terrebonne Parish Mass Transit Authority Board of Commissioners D-203Terrebonne Port Commission B-33Tourism Development Commission D-204Transportation Infrastructure Model for Economic Development

Review Task Force D-205Traumatic Head and Spinal Cord Injury Trust Fund Advisory Board D-206Tri-Parish Drainage and Water Conservation District Board of Commissioners D-207Tri-State Corridor Commission D-208Tuition Trust Authority E-129Twin Parish Port Commission B-34United States Highway 71 Four-Lane Corridor Commission D-209United States Highway No. 65 Commission D-210Unmarked Burial Sites Board D-211Used Motor Vehicle and Parts Commission A-47Veterans Affairs Commission E-130Vidalia Port Commission B-35Vinton Harbor and Terminal District Board of Commissioners B-36Washington Parish Port Commission B-37


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PageWelfare Reform Coordinating Committee D-212West Calcasieu Parish Community Center Authority D-213West Calcasieu Port, Harbor, and Terminal District Board of Commissioners B-38West Cameron Port Commission B-39West Jefferson Levee District Board of Commissioners C-20West St. Mary Parish Port and Harbor District Board of Commissioners B-40Western Corridor Commission Board of Commissioners D-214Wetlands Conservation and Restoration Authority D-215Wetlands Conservation and Restoration Task Force D-216Wildlife and Fisheries Commission D-217Worker's Compensation Advisory Council E-131Worker's Compensation Second Injury Board E-132Workforce Commission D-218Zachary Taylor Parkway District Board of Commissioners D-219


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