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Docket No. 15-1041
 
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RE:
Advisory opinion request as to whether Tyler Turner, the brother of Travis Turner, a current Ascension Parish Councilman, may be employed as Recreation Director or Assistant Recreation Director with the Parish of Ascension.
Facts:
Tyler Turner, the brother Travis Turner, a current Ascension Parish Councilman, is considering accepting employment as Recreation Director or Assistant Recreation Director with the Parish of Ascension.
Law:
La. R.S. 42:1119B prohibits an immediate family member of a member of a governing authority or the chief executive of a governmental entity from being employed by the governmental entity.

La. R.S. 42:1102(11) defines "governing authority" as the body which exercises the legislative functions of a political subdivision.


Recommendations:
Adopt the proposed advisory opinion.
Assigned Attorney: Jennifer Land
 
 
ATTACHMENTS:
Description:
2015-1041 - Advisory Opinion Request
2015-1041 Additional Information
2015-1041 Draft Advisory Opinion