March 10, 2026

1746 US HIGHWAY 171, STONEWALL, LOUISIANA 71078

March 10, 2026, 6:30 P.M.

The Stonewall Town Council met during a regular session, with 5 visitors present. A roll call was taken. Council Members present were Margaret Dickerson, Robert Baker, Don Crosslin, Eric Runge, and Brandon Garsee. Mayor Ken Kaffka and Attorney Josh Chevallier were also present. Council Member Margaret Dickerson led the prayer. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Brandon Garsee.

ADDITION/DELETION: None

PUBLIC COMMENT: Perry Thompson, Co-Owner of Lumiere Events, addressed blighted property concerns on Pine Grove Road. Robby Latham, DeSoto Parish Police Juror, stated that the Stonewall Library area is very dark at night and expressed concern for visibility and safety. Also, mentioned that the Police Jury asked about the $150,000 donation for the Splash Pad project and requested clarification on the project plans, and wants to be notified if the funds are not used.

MINUTES: A motion to approve February 10^th,2026, regular meeting minutes were made by Council Member Margaret Dickerson, seconded by Council Member Robert Baker. 5 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried

REPORTS

(a) ROADS:

(b) BUDGET COMPARISON: Budget Comparison for July 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026, was reviewed and discussed. Council Member Margaret Dickerson made a motion to accept as printed, seconded by Council Member Robert Baker. 5 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried.

(d) GRANTS: None.

(e) PARK: None.

(f) REIMBURSEMENT:

(g) LEGAL REPORT: None.

OLD BUSINESS:

None

NEW BUSINESS:

A) Tal Creech, Dees Gardner CPA, reported on the annual audit and accounting procedures for the Town of Stonewall. Mr. Creech stated that no issues were identified during the audit.

Council Member Robert Baker made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Member Margaret Dickerson. 5 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned: 6:47 pm.

Signature on File Signature on File

Ken Kaffka, Mayor Shree’ Young, Town Clerk