In preparation for the upcoming election on Nov. 8, the Gazette sent out a list of questions to all candidates running for Parish President addressing the most important issues for the candidates. Questionnaires for the candidates running for Council will be published in next week’s edition.
Keith Hinkley
1. What is the biggest issue facing the parish currently?
The biggest issue facing the parish is securing a permanent funding source for the EMS department, which is why we’ve placed a permanent fix on the Nov. 3 ballot. The proposed sales tax rededication, 70 percent to Fire and 30 percent to EMS, will ensure both departments have the adequate, reliable funding they need year after ye…
