SFCC -NEWS LETTER July 29, 2008

The Voice of West Feliciana Business

Greetings!

That "special" day is soon approaching. School is getting ready to start. The school supply lists are out and the school uniforms are being purchased. By this time the students are usually ready because they are bored and the parents are certainly ready, so everyone can get back on a schedule. Those big yellow buses are even getting ready and the drivers have to get back into the routine. It's quite a responsibility to make sure all of the children get to school and back home safely without any problems. The office staff of each school starts early to make sure everything is in order for the first day of total chaos! What always amazed me was that they remember every student by name and some by voice. They too are such a wonderful part of the system that needs to be appreciated.

Of course there are those important people who teach the children- TEACHERS. These people have had only a few months off to get ready for another 9 months, some of which worked this summer. I for one, who no longer has children in school, can truly appreciate all those who work at the school from the office staff, groundkeepers, cafeteria staff, librarians teachers aids, teachers and the principals.

When it is all said and done and they graduate and choose to continue their education or even go to work to make an honest living, I hope they will understand what these "special" people do for the community and the children. Please say "thanks" when you see all of these people. They work really hard to mold our children into good citizens and give them the best education possible and should be admired for their love and commitment. Thanks to all of you!

The West Feliciana Parish Schools will open as follows:
Bains Lower Elementary- Pre-K- August 26
Kindergarten- August 21
1st Grade- August 14
Bains Upper Elementary- August 14
West Feliciana Middle School- August 14
West Feliciana High School- August 14
Tunica Elementary- Pre-K- August 26
Kindergarten- August 21
1st-6th Grade- August 14

"Swing for Scholarships" getting ready
The Chamber is planning its "Swing for Scholarships" golf tournament. The event is being planned for November 10,2008 at The Bluffs. Get those clubs ready and your team ready for a good time.
More information coming soon!

Welcome New Chamber Member
The Chamber welcomes Louisiana Timed Managers in Baton Rouge. The business specializes in engineering consulting. Mr. Troy Gros is the Communications Assistant Manager and is overseeing the John James Audubon Bridge Project here in West Feliciana. We welcome this new business to the community.

Schedule for Public Hearings for taxes
WF Sheriff Department- Friday, Sept. 5 @ 9am in Sheriff's Board Room
WF Communications District- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 9am at 911 Center
WF School Board- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5pm at School Board office
WF Police Jury- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5:30pm at Courthouse Annex
SF Town- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5:30pm @ Town Hall
** The WF Tax Assessor and the Fire District will not have a public hearing.

"White Linen Night"
St. Francisville Main Street Merchants have teamed up to present "White Linen Night" on Saturday, August 23rd at 6pm featuring its unique shops, sensational food and lively music throughout downtown St. Francisville. The Highlands Bank Trolley will provide transportation along the "White Linen Route" with stops at designated spots near convenient parking.

Participating merchants will play host to various artists and musicians while samples from local restaurants can be tasted along the way. Trolley stops will be conveniently located near parking areas and will be posted with easily identified signage. Maps naming participating businesses and other conveniences will also be available.

Stroll along our Main Street or hop aboard the trolley but be sure to enjoy our local hospitality. For more information phone St. Francisville Main Street at 225-635-3873.

Relocation Packets are now Available
If you know of anyone who is moving to St. Francisville, they can call the Chamber office at 635-6717 and request a re-location packet. Information about the parish and parish facilities along with phone numbers they will need and some brochures from Chamber businesses and maps of the town and parish are enclosed in the packets.