| Advisory opinion regarding whether Celeste Falconer may continue to serve on the Florida Parishes Human Services Authority Governing Board when her husband, Reid Falconer, takes office as a State Representative in January 2016. |
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The Florida Parishes Human Services Authority was created through legislation in 2003 and became operational on July 1, 2004 as a local governing entity. The Florida Parishes Human Services Authority has the responsibility to manage the delivery of services for addictive disorders services, development disabilities services, and mental health services for Livingston Parish, St. Helena Parish, Tangipahoa Parish, Washington Parish, and St. Tammany Parish. The Florida Parishes Human Services Authority receives funding through the Louisiana State Legislature, which includes State General Funds, and Federal Block Grant Funds. The Governing Board is usually appointed by the appointing authority of the respective parishes, which is usually the parish president.
Celeste Falconer is a member of the Florida Parishes Human Services Authority Governing Board. Her husband, Reid Falconer, was recently elected to the House of Representatives and will take office in January 2016.
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Adopt proposed advisory opinion.
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| Assigned Attorney: |
Tracy Barker |
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