EPPJ votes to work toward solutions for a new parish jail

  • Pictured is a proposed rendering of the site of the new parish jail located in the Industrial Park. (Courtesy of Sheriff Charles Guillory)
    Pictured is a proposed rendering of the site of the new parish jail located in the Industrial Park. (Courtesy of Sheriff Charles Guillory)
After hearing from Evangeline Parish Sheriff Charles Guilloruy during its meeting held Monday, February 7, the Evangeline Parish Police Jury voted to work toward constructing a new parish jail in the Industrial Park. The jury will now continue researching the matter and getting all the necessary information. Funding for a down payment will come from a combination of monies from American Rescue…

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