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IANA D-4 Friday, May 15, 1998 Altxankia Bails Ceiun talk LOUSS Earl K. Long's widow dead at 96 The rewards of teaching? Educational funding not going where needed, lawmakers say BATON ROUGE (AP) Blanche Revere Long, Louisiana's first lady when Earl K. Long was governor, is dead at the age of 96. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Lake Lawn Cemetery in Metairie, with an hour of visitation beginning at noon.

Mrs. Long grew up in New Orleans and moved back there years after her husband's death in 1960. She died this week. "Blanche Long was a lovely lady whose heart beat for those less fortunate than she," former U.S. Sen.

Russell B. Long, her nephew, wrote in a statement released Tuesday. "I was proud to call myself her friend, and I always will be." Mrs. Long was born in Covington, the second daughter of Robert H. and Beulah Talley Revere.

She was 2 years old when the family moved to New Orleans. She studied psychology and commercial law at Tulane University for three years, then left to take a secretarial course at Soule College. She met Earl Long while working as a secretary to the president of an electric company. They married in 1932. Mrs.

Long had little interest in government before meeting Long, but grew to enjoy politics, said John Hunt, a nephew of Earl Long. "She would go with him everywhere," Hunt said. "She knew everybody in the state just like (Long) did. I can still picture her on that telephone, campaigning with him." Mrs. Long's time as first lady of Louisiana had its rocky points that attracted national attention.

The most notable was Long's affair with New Orleans stripper Blaze Starr later, the subject the Paul Newman movie "Blaze." In a 1989 interview, Mrs. Long blamed two strokes her husband suffered in the late 1950s on her husband's behavior change. "After two strokes, he was. never the same man that I had lived with for 29 years," she said. Earl Long died ten days after Louisiana voters elected him to Congress.

Mrs. Long didn't talk about her problems during those trying times, said friend and neighbor Katharine Dunham. "She was a lovely lady," Dunham said. Educators discuss school accountability because the Legislature wants it that way. Sen.

Tom Greene asked superintendents at the hearing if support workers should get a raise, or if all the extra money should go to teachers. Greene and Sen. John Hainkel also took issue with sabbaticals for rest and recuperation and the law allowing teachers to continue taking sick leave at partial pay after they have used all of their sick leave time. But, efforts to repeal those laws have been unsuccessful. State Education Department figures show that the state spent more than $60 million last year on sabbaticals and sick leave.

In Jefferson Parish, of the 147 teachers who took sabbaticals last year, 127 did so for rest and recuperation. Calcasieu Parish Superintendent Jude Theriot said his district spends $2 million a year on sabbaticals. The two committees hope to come up with recommendations for possible funding changes before the Legislature goes home on June 10. BATON ROUGE (AP) Michael Faulk, school superintendent in Morehouse Parish, said he cannot find teachers because the pay is so pitiful. But, he has stacks of applications on his desk from people looking for work as bus drivers.

Louisiana bus drivers are among the highest paid in the nation. The state's teachers are among the lowest paid. The Senate education and finance committees, trying to get a handle on how the $2 billion in state money is spent by the 66 school systems, said there may be too much spent on bus drivers, teacher benefits and other things. Frank Davis, financial officer for the Jefferson Parish school system, told the committee Wednesday that his parish spends more than $5 million a year for teachers to take sabbaticals for rest and recuperation. Teachers have that right because of a law passed years ago by the Legislature.

As for support workers, including bus drivers, Gov. Mike Foster has already said they will be included in any pay raise for teachers SHREVEPORT (AP) Louisiana's proposed school accountability plan might be unfair to teachers, said elementary school teachers at a meeting Wednesday. Central Elementary first-grade teacher Gwen Rogers said low test scores in some grades would unfairly tarnish the reputation of all teachers at the school, instead of those who are performing poorly. The plan calls for possible changes in school staff when stu Rogers suggested the state test students at each grade level to determine where the weak links are. A specific goal for test scores and attendance will be decided within the next three months, Johnson said.

Some educators have complained the state's plan offers no extra money or resources to try to boost low test scores and grades. But Johnson said the state's allocation of $70 million for the Minimum Foundation dent achievement remains low for too long. "It's not fair for teachers to be judged by the actions of another," she said. "I'd give up my raise to see children progress." Board of Elementary and Secondary Education President Keith Johnson and Accelerated Schools Program Director James Meza held a public meeting on low-performing schools. It was part of a series of BESE meetings across the state to gain input on the proposed plan.

Program and a possible $70 million for teacher pay raises provide enough means for change. Meza said if schools and their districts coordinated their goals, they could improve academics with the current budget. He said the Accelerated School Program, in place at 25 Louisiana schools, can help by restructuring curriculum to build on students' strengths. A EASY AS 1 i JteHANDISE For Sale, Jif VJT 3 lines 7 days tit Sails ttoaalK 2 71306 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE. Private Party Advertisers Only.

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WILLIAM EARL HILTON, Sheriff 17, S) 15 1 1 1 VLkhW I i nRjrrr CITY OF BUNKIE REQUEST FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FY 9899-LCDBG PROGRAM The City of Bunkie is applying for a grant under the FY 1998-FY 1999 Louisiana Community Development Block Grant (LCDBG) Programs for me purpose of Sewer System Improvements. The City is requesting Qualification Statements from interested persons, firms, or professional organizations to assist in the preparation of the application package (pre-application costs) and if the application is funded to provide Engineering and Inspection Services. All services shall be in accordance with the procurement requirements of the LCDBG Program, LCDBG Grantee Handbook, LCDBG Policies and Regulations, and HUD Regulations. All responses received will be evaluated in accordance with the selection criteria and corresponding point system which is identified in the City's Procurement Policy. Information regarding the scope of services and point system may be obtained from the City Hall.

Pertinent qualification information desired will at a minimum consist of: A. Specialized experience or technical expertise of me firm and its personnel in connection with the type of services to be provided and the complexity of the proiect; B. Past record of performance on contracts with the local governing body and other clients, including quality of work, timeliness, and cost control C. Capacity of the firm to perform the work within time limitations, taking into consideration the current and planned workload of the firm; and D. Familiarity of the firm with the type of problems applicable to the proiect.

E. Other pertinent information. For additional information, contact the City Hall. Minority businesses are encouraged to participate. The City of Bunkie Is an Equal Opportunity employer.

All replies shall be received at the City Hall office no later than 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 26, 1998 and shall be addressed to: Honorable John Guillory, Mayor City of Bunkie P.O. Box 630 Bunkie, Louisiana 71322 (5) 15 accordance with the selection criteria and corresponding point system which is identified in the Cityis Procurement Policy. Information regarding the scope of services and point system may be obtained from the City Hall. Pertinent qualification information desired will at a minimum consist of: A.

Specialized experience or technical expertise of the firm and its personnel in connection with the type of services to be provided and the complexity of the proiect; B. Past record of performance on contracts with the local governing body and other clients, including quality of work, timeliness, and cost control; C. Capacity of the firm to perform the work within time limitations, taking into consideration the current and planned workload of the firm; and D. Familiarity of the firm with the type of problems applicable to the proiect. E.

Other pertinent information. For additional information, contact the City Hall. Minority businesses are encouraged to participate. The City of Pineville is an Equal Opportunity employer. All replies shall be received at the City Hall office no later than 2:00 P.M.

on Tuesday, May 26, 1998 and shall be addressed to: Honorable Fred H. Baden, Mayor City of Pineville P.O. Box 3820 Pineville, Louisiana 71360 S) 15 CORRECTION REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS The City of Alexandria is requesting qualification statements from interested firms or design professionals for Effluent Flow Meter Vault 8. Enclosure. The professional will be selected for such work to be approved and the appropriate fee shall be negotiated.

Pertinent qualification information desired will at a minimum consist of: 5. Specialized experience and technical competence of the firm in connection with Effluent Flow Meter Vault Enclosure. 6. Capacity to perform the work within time limitations. 7.

Past experience on contracts with the City of Alexandria 8. Evidence of Professional Liability Insurance minimum 100,000. Qualification statements will be received until May 22, 1998, second floor, City Hall or mailed to: Mr. A.E. Craig, Jr.

Director of Utilities 915 3rd Street Post Office Box 71 Alexandria, Louisiana 71309 Proposals will be taken under advisement for a period not to exceed 30 days. For any additional Information please contact James C. Graham, Superintendent, Alexandria Wastewater Treatment Plant. (318) 441-6240. (5) 13, 15, 20 CORRECTION REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS The City of Alexandria Is requesting qualification statements from interested firms or design professionals for Grit Removal Facility.

The professional will be selected for such work to be approved and the appropriate fee shall be negotiated. Pertinent qualification Infor- mation desired will at a minimum consist of: 1. Specialized experience and technical competence of the firm in connection with Grit Removal Facilities. 2. Capacity to perform the work within time limitations.

3. Past experience on contracts with the City of Alexandria 4. Evidence of Professional Liability Insurance minimum 100,000. Qualification statements will be received until May 22, 1998, second floor. City Hall or mailed to: Mr.

A.E. Craig, Jr. Director of Utilities 915 3rd Street Post Office Box 71 Alexandria, Louisiana 71309 Proposals will be taken under advisement for a period not to exceed 30 days. For any additional information please contact James C. Graham, Superintendent, Alexandria Wastewater Treatment Plant.

018) 441-6240. 6) 13, 15, 20 GRANT PARISH POLICE JURY REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FY 9899-LCDBG PROGRAM The Grant Parish Police Jury is applying for a grant under the FY 1998-FY 1999 Louisiana Community Development Block Grant (LCDBG) Programs for the purpose of Water System Improvements. The Police Jury is interested in procuring the services of an administrative consulting firm to prepare the application package and to administer and implement the proiect if it is successful in being funded. All services shall be in accordance with me procurement requirements of the LCDBG Program, LCDBG Grantee Handbook, LCDBG Policies and Regulations, and HUD Regulations. All responses received will be evaluated in accordance with the selection criteria and corresponding point system which is identified in the Police Jury's Procurement Policy.

Information regarding the scope of services and point system may be obtained from the Police Jury Office. Pertinent qualification Information desired will at a minimum consist of: A. Specialized experience or technical expertise of the firm and its personnel In connection with me type of services to be provided and the complexity of the proiect; B. Past record of performance on contracts with the local governing body and other clients, including quality of work, timeliness, and cost control; C. Capacity of the firm to perform the work within time limitations, taking Into consideration the current and planned workload of the firm; and D.

Familiarity of the firm with the type of problems applicable to the proiect. E. Other pertinent information. For additional information, contact the Police Jury Office. Minority businesses are encouraged to participate.

The Grant Parish Police Jury Is an Equal Opportunity employer. All replies shall be received at the Town Hall office no later than 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 26, 1998 and shall be addressed to: Donnie Brown, President Grant Parish Police Jury Grant Parish Courthouse Colfax, Louisiana 71417 (5) 15 JUDICIAL SALE NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF RAPIDES STATE OF LOUISIANA AEGIS AUTO FINANCE, INC. VERSUS FRED A. SCOTT SUIT.

NO. 191,532 BY VIRTUE of and to satisfy a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable 9th Judicial District Court, and to me directed as Sheriff and Ex-Officio Auctioneer of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, directing and commanding me to seize and sell the property, rights and credits of the defendant, I have seized the following property and will offer for sale to the last and highest bidder at Public Auction at the front door of the Court House in Alexandria, Louisiana, between the hours prescribed by law, on Wednesday MAY 27, 1998 the following property to-wit: 1993 FORD AEROSTAR, BEARING MANUFACTURERS' SERIAL NUMBER 1FMCA11U4PZB89402 TERMS OF SALE: FOR CASH -WITH" APPRAISEMENT. WILLIAM EARL HILTON, Sheriff (5) 15 JUDICIAL SALE NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF RAPIDES STATE OF LOUISIANA CHASE MORTGAGE SERVICE, A DELAWARE CORP. FKA CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION VERSUS JOHN GARRETT BRICKER AND SUE ELLEN DAVIS BRICKER SUIT. NO.

191,645 BY VIRTUE of and to satisfy a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE Issued from the Honorable 9th Judicial District Court, and to me directed as Sheriff and Ex-Officio Auctioneer of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, directing and commanding me to seize and sell the property, rights and credits of the defendant, I have seized the following property and will offer for sale to the last and highest bidder at Public Auction at the front door of the Court House In Alexandria, Louisiana, between the hours prescribed by law, on Wednesday JUNE 17, 1998 the following property to-wit: A CERTAIN PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND THEREUNTO BELONG The following items in Space No. 113 belonging to Marie Taylor will be sold to the highest bidder at Tuesday, May 26, 1998 at Inner Space Storage, 502 Twin Bridges Rd. Alexandria, LA to settle all charges: "2 Wood chairs; floor model record player radio; floor model TV wood table-'4x'5 with insert; end table; miscelleneous clothing boxes wood bookcase cabinet with bottom wood doors top glass doors." CITY OF BUNKIE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FY 9899-LCDBG PROGRAM The City of Bunkie is applying for a grant under the FY 1998-FY 1999 Louisiana Community Development Block Grant (LCDBG) Programs for the purpose of Sewer System Improvements. The City is interested in procuring the services of an administrative consulting firm to prepare me application package and to administer and implement the proiect if it is successful in being funded. All services shall be in accordance with the procurement requirements of the LCDBG Program, LCDBG Grantee Handbook, LCDBG Policies and Regulations, and HUD Regulations.

All responses received will be evaluated in accordance with the selection criteria and corresponding point system which is identified in the City's Procurement Policy. Information regarding the scope of services and point system may be obtained from the City Hall. Pertinent qualification information desired will at a minimum consist of: A. Specialized experience or technical expertise of the firm and its personnel in connection with the type of services to be provided and the complexity of the proiect; B. Past record of performance on contracts with the local governing body and other clients, including quality of work, timeliness, and cost control; C.

Capacity of the firm to perform the work within time limitations, taking Into consideration the current and planned workload of the firm; and D. Familiarity of the firm with the type of problems applicable to the proiect. E. Other pertinent information. For additional Information, contact the City Hall.

Minority businesses are encouraged to participate. The City of Bunkie is an Equal Opportunity employer. All replies shall be received at me Town Hall office no later than 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 26, 1998 and shall be addressed to: Honorable John Guillory, Mayor City of Bunkie P.O. Box 630 Bunkie, Louisiana 71372 (5) 15 ING AS LOT TEN (10) OF WOODLAND HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION LOCATED IN THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 4 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 16, PAGE 12 OF THE RECORDS OF RAPIDES PARISH, LOUISIANA, AND IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN ACCORDANCE WITH A CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY PREPARED BY DANIEL D.

SANDEFUR, REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR DATED MARCH 31, 1977; SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY. TERMS OF SALE: FOR CASH iWITHOUTt APPRAISEMENT. WILLIAM EARL HILTON, Sheriff S) 15, t) 12 JUDICIAL SALE NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF RAPIDES STATE OF LOUISIANA BANK OF NEW YORK VERSUS BRIAN LEE SUIT. NO. 191,421 BY VIRTUE of and to satisfy a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable 9th Judicial District Court, and to me directed as Sheriff and Ex-Officio Auctioneer of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, directing and commanding me to seize and sell the property, rights and credits of the defendant, I have seized the following property and will offer for sale to the last and highest bidder at Public Auction at the front door of the Court House in Alexandria, Louisiana, between the hours prescribed by law, on Wednesday JUNE 17, 1998 the following property to-wit: A certain lot of land, together with all the buildings and Improvements thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privileges thereunto appertaining, containing one (1) acre, more or less, being a part of Lot as shown by plat of survey of part of the SW 14 of the NE 14 of Section 23, T5N, R1W, Rapides Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly described as follows: Begin at the northeast corner of said Lot and go South along the East line of said lot a distance of 213.84 feet; thence proceed in a westerly direction parallel to the North and South lines of Lot a distance of 204.32 feet; thence go North on a line parallel to the East line of Lot a distance of 213.84 feet to the North line of Lot thence run along said North line in an easterly direction a distance of 204.32 feet back to the point of beginning.

Improvements thereon bear Municipal Number 1440 Vallery Street, Pineville, Louisiana 71360; subiect to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property. TERMS OF SALE: FOR CASH "WITH" APPRAISEMENT. WILLIAM EARL HILTON, Sheriff (5) 15, (6) 12 I am not responsible for any debts made by anyone other than myself. John Tucker, Jr. 10S6S Hwy.

122 Dry Prong, La. NEWS RELEASE Notice is hereby given of the availability of federal funds through the Office of Justice Programs, Office of Victims of Crime to provide for programs that furnish direct services to victims of crime operated by public or non-profit agencies. Examples of these types of programs are: rape crisis centers, domestic violence programs, child abuse programs, and other programs serving victims of crime as determinded to be necessary in the community. These funds are administered by the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and allocated through Red River Delta Law Enforcement Planning Council, Inc. The total amount available to the Red River Delta District is $255,240.00.

Both new and on-going programs will be required to furnish a 20 cash or in-kind match. Proiects should be ready to start by October 1, 1998. Funding for this cycle will end on September 30, 2001. There can be no extension of this date. The possibility exists for continuation funding, but proiects are encouraged to seek local level or private sources of continuation funding.

Complete guidelines and instructions for applying may De oDtainea from: Ken Walker, Program Director Red River Delta Law Enforcement Planning Council, Inc. 615 main Street Pineville, LA 71360 (318) 487-5432 Deadline for submittal is: May 22, 1998 NOTE: 1-900 Telephone Numbers Now appear in classified advertisings. All of these numbers cost the caller. That cost is deter mined by the company who has purchased that line and that same cost will be charged to your monthly telephone bill. 3 REASON of 10 why you should increase your newspaper advertising when business gets tougn.

Maybe you figure other retail ers in your line are going to cut back their advertising, so It's safe for you too. Right? Wrong. You're in competition for the consumer's dollar with every other retailer in town, no matter what he sells. People have only so many dollars to spend and if they don't spend them for what you sell, they'll spend them for something else. TOWN TALK CLASSIFIED 487-6363 the competitive edge JUDICIAL SALE NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF RAPIDES UNITED COMPANIES LENDING CORPORATION VERSUS JERRY D.

DEVILLE SUIT. NO. 191,354 BY VIRTUE of and to satisfy a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable 9th Judicial District Court, and to me directed as Sheriff and Ex-Officio Auctioneer of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, directing and commanding me to seize and sell the property, rights and credits of the defendant, I have seized the following property and will offer for sale to the last and highest bidder at Public Auction at the front door of the Court House in Alexandria, Louisiana, between the hours prescribed by law, on Wednesday MAY 20, 1998 the following property to-wit: CORRECTED PROPERTY DESCRIPTION AS FOLLOWS: Certain pieces, parcels or tracts of ground together with all improvements located thereon and all rights, ways and privileges thereunto appertaining, being, lying and situated in the Parish of Rapides, State of Louisiana, being more particularly described as follows: A certain piece of land containing 2.045 acres, being more particularly described as follows: Begin at the northwest corner of the northwest quarter of the southeast quarter of the southwest quarter. Section 2, Township 4 North, Range 3 East, and run south 83 degrees 35 minutes east 250 feet; thence south 356.4 feet; thence north 88 degrees 35 minutes west 250 feet, thence north 356.4 feet back to the point of beginning. Said property is more particularly shown on plat of survey by Jerry W.

Boswell, dated June 24, 1986, a copy of which Is attached to an Act of Exchange dated April 6-, 1987 and recorded at COB 1205, page 691, 834566, in the records of Rapides Parish, Louisiana. Being the same property acquired by Jerry and Tammy Deville from Richard and Shirley Beaubouef by Act of Exchange passed before illegible), Notary Public, dated April 6-, 1987 and registered In COB 1205, Page 691, Entry No. 834566; and being further acquired by Jerry Deville from Tammy Deville by act passed before Todd Farrar, Notary Public, dated May 4, 1995, registered in COB 1435, page 122, Entry 999244 and Act of Correction dated February 24, 1998, registered In COB 1524, page 951, Entry 1068568, records of Rapides Parish, Louisiana. and A certain parcel of land described as follows: Begin at 12 Inch rod NW corner of NW4 of SE4 of SW4, Section 2, T4N-R3E, Middle of Beaubouef Loop), run east 296.16, find l2n rod, thence north 172.581 to Middle of Beaubouef Loop hard surface road), thence southwest 350.00 to point of beginning. Being approximately 0.5 acres more or less.

Being the same property acquired by Jerry and Tammy PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Sixth Planning District Consortium and the Private Industry Council PIC) solicit proposals to provide educational enhancement, employment and skills training services to prepare youth, unskilled adults and dislocated workers who meet the eligibility requirements of the Job Training Partnership Act, as amended, for entry into the labor force. Individuals who have serious barriers to employment and who are in special need of such training shall be the primary focus. The programs operated under this Act will be funded 100 by Federal monies. The offering of this solicitation Is for new year operations which begins July 1, 1998 and ends June 30, 1999. Contracts will be awarded under JTPA Titles ll-A fTraining Services for Disadvantaged Adults), Title ll-C (Training Services for Disadvantaged Youth), and Title III economic Dislocated Workers Readjustment Assistance Act EDWAA).

Proposals for 100 JTPA class size proiects must contain a description of how third party provider profiles will be implemented to include a) targeted industry advice and input on training design and t) training based on industry standards where applicable. Proposals should not exceed the amounts listed below: 2-A AVOYELLES 44,924.58 CATAHOULA 9,174.89 CONCORDIA GRANT 18,329.44 LASALLE 9,164.72 WINN 11,783.21 TOTALS 113,790.64 2-C AVOYELLES 22,676.59 CATAHOULA CONCORDIA 10,846.95 GRANT 9,337.42 LASALLE 4,668.71 WINN 6,002.63 TOTALS 61,535.80 TITLE 3 AVOYELLES 10,812.68 CATAHOULA 3,816.24 CONCORDIA 11,448.64 GRANT 4,452.28 LASALLE 2,226.14 WINN 2,862.18 TOTALS 35,618.16 Training activities and services should be designed to ease barriers to labor force participation encountered by economically disadvantaged, unemployed and underemployed persons. They should also enable such persons to' secure and retain employment at their maximum capacity, thereby Increasing their earned income. Proposals are solicited for the following categories: 1. Occupational Skills training 2.

Remedial Education and Basic Skills Training I CITY OF PINEVILLE REQUEST FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FY 9899-LCDBG PROGRAM The City of Pineville Is applying for a grant under the FY 1998-FY 1999 Louisiana Community Development Block Grant LCDBG) Programs for the purpose of Street Improvements. The City Is requesting Qualification Statements from interested persons, firms, or professional organizations to assist in the preparation of the application package pre-application costs) and if the application is funded to provide Engineering and Inspection Services. All services shall be In accordance with the procurement requirements of the LCDBG Program, LCDBG Grantee Handbook, LCDBG Policies and Regulations, and HUD Regulations. All responses received will be evaluated in it I.