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Docket No. 22-079
 
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RE:
Advisory Opinion from Gary Joynor, on behalf of Jackson Parish Watershed District, as to whether the former president of the District may assist a contractor performing certain services.
Facts:
Lavelle Smith is a former member and President of the District until his service ended on April 18, 2021.
Mr. Smith would like to assist Quin Ortego, a contractor, in obtaining legal descriptions and completing building permits for him. Mr. Smith's services to Mr. Ortego include matters involving the District.
Mr. Smith maintains that he is not being compensated for his services to Mr. Ortego, and he is providing his services voluntarily.
Law:
La. R.S. 42:1102(3) defines "agency head" to mean the chief executive or administrative officer of an agency or any member of a board or commission who exercises supervision over the agency.

La. R.S. 42:1121A(1) provides no former agency head or elected official shall, for a period of two years following the termination of his public service as the head of such agency or as an elected public official serving in such agency, assist another person, for compensation, in a transaction, or in an appearance in connection with a transaction, involving that former agency or render any service on a contractual basis to or for such agency.

Recommendations:
Adopt proposed advisory opinion.
Assigned Attorney: Charles Reeves
 
 
ATTACHMENTS:
Description:
2022-079 - Advisory Opinion Request - Gary Joynor
2022-079- FINAL DRAFT 2022-079