Long-time Vinton resident Samuel “Poochie” Wilkinson celebrated his 90th birthday at the United Methodist Church on April 28, 2019. In honor of his services to the community and the military, Mayor Kenneth Stinson presented Mr. Wilkinson with a proclamation stating April 28 to be Sam “Poochie” Wilkinson Day.
Mr. Wilkinson has three children: Deborah, Scott, and Sam.
The Town of Vinton Public Works Department is now seeking applications for several open positions:
Salary will be based on experience. Applications may be picked up at and submitted to Vinton City Hall on Monday to Thursday 7:30 am – 5:00 pm and Friday 8:00 am – noon. For more information, please contact Terry Vice, Director of Public Works, at City Hall (337-589-7453). The Town of Vinton is an equal opportunity employer.
We are saddened to report the death of David T. Riggins, the former Mayor of Vinton. We offer our condolences and sympathies to all family and friends.
David Riggins was mayor of Vinton from 2000 until 2007, when he accepted a position as financial advisor with Government Consultants, Inc. He had served the Vinton community in different roles over the years, including Mayor, City Councilman, Justice of the Peace, board member of the Ward 7 Recreation Center, and President of the Louisiana Municipal Association.
Please send your prayers and best wishes to his family in this time of grief.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 23 at:
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church
300 N. Blake St
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Visitation will start at 9:00 am and the funeral will be at 11:00 am.
City Hall will be closed for President’s Day on Monday, February 18, 2019.
Santa Claus dropped by City Hall to make a special appearance with a bounty of toys for tots. On hand to receive presents as part of his Make a Wish was Drake Quebedeaux.
The Town of Vinton is accepting applications for two open positions in the Public Works department. The openings are for a full time electrical person and a full time lineman.
Applications can be picked up and submitted at Vinton City Hall. Please note we are an equal opportunity employer.
The November 20 meeting of the Vinton City Council will begin at 5:30 pm instead of 6:00 pm.
On Monday, October 8, at 10:00 am, First Federal Bank of Louisiana had a Grand Opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at the new branch building opening in Vinton. First Federal moved into the building on Center St that formerly housed Iberia Bank. The Vinton High School Band played before the ceremony. The Boy Scouts of America led the Pledge of Allegiance. And even Gumbeaux Gator was on hand to enliven the event. Refreshments were served afterwards in the bank building.
The Town of Vinton hosted a “Coffee with the Mayor” on the morning of Friday, October 5 for citizens to meet and talk with Town officials and others. Among the participants were representatives of Westlake Chemical, who presented the Vinton High School Band with a donation of $500.00
The TOWN OF VINTON, LOUISIANA does hereby advertise for sealed bids and will open same on October 10, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Vinton City Hall, located at 1200 Horridge St., Vinton, LA 70668 for the following: 500-Form 2s and 50-Form 16s
AMR ELECTRIC METERS
Meters must be self contained and compatible with Town’s existing remote read electric, and water meter system: Master Meter 3G Drive-by system. Proposed systems that are not compatible will not be considered.
All bids must be submitted on BID FORMS. Paper Bids Forms and a complete set of Bid Specifications may be obtained from the Town of Vinton, 1200 Horridge St, Vinton LA 70668.
Preference is given to materials, supplies and provisions that are produced, manufactured, or grown in Louisiana, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside of the State.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause as permitted by LA R.S. 38:2214B. The ability of an Entity to reject any bid is applicable only when administered in accordance with the Public Bid Law. In accordance with LA R.S. 38:2212B. (1), the provisions and requirements of this Section, and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by any entity.
Bids may be held by the Town of Vinton for a period not to exceed forty-five (45) days from the date of the opening of bids for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the qualifications of bidders, prior to award.
Official action on this bid will be taken at the a Meeting of the Town of Vinton within forty-five (45) days.
All paper bids MUST be plainly marked and should contain the following on the outside of the envelope:
AMR ELECTRIC METERS
KENNETH STINSON, MAYOR
