Appointment of councilmember is on hold

Following the resignation of Chataignier Councilwoman Debra Fontenot last month, an appointment to fill her unexpired term was made but rejected by the secretary of state’s office. Mayor Justin Darbonne, during the council meeting held Monday, November 15, explained the rejection was because Fontenot still has not submitted the necessary paperwork to the secretary of state’s office and the board…