The City of Pineville, Louisiana

Our goal as a department is to set a standard of excellence for efficiency and beauty for the City.  We are here to serve the people by keeping Pineville clean and aesthetically pleasing. Our services include trash abatement and maintaining the pristine cleanliness and beauty of City signs.  We mow and maintain the expressway from the Purple Heart Memorial Bridge to Hwy 28 East and car for Main Street and numerous City properties.

The Beautification Department has worked in conjunction with other departments in the City to set an impeccable standard for not only our wonderful City, but for other cities throughout the state of Louisiana with our multiple winnings of the Cleanest City Award.  We believe that our City cannot settle for ordinary beauty, but should set the example of beauty for other cities to aim for.

Welcome to Pineville, Louisiana

"A Great Place to Call Home"

With a rich heritage of faith, tradition and pride, Pineville is recognized as a safe, family-friendly city where southern hospitality abounds and family values are honored.  Continued growth with the addition of multiple new businesses and industry has instilled an even deeper pride that our citizens have for their hometown.

Boasting a lengthy list of simple, yet key attributes, this thriving mid-size city is an ideal balance between small-town charm and big-city opportunity.  Today Pineville is known throughout the region as a business-friendly small city.

Mayor's Welcome

The Pineville City Court was established by the State of Louisiana. It has the authority to decide certain juvenile and criminal matters, as well as, civil disputes up to $50,000.00 ($5,000.00 for Small Claims Suit.) You do not have to hire a lawyer to represent you in City Court. However, suits require written pleadings which can be too complicated for an individual to prepare on his/her own behalf. The technical rules of evidence are relaxed and all relevant evidence is admissible provided the Judge is satisfied as to its reliability, and the Judge has sufficient competent evidence on which to base his judgment.

Though the procedure in Pineville City Court is relatively informal, YOU MUST STILL PROVE BY COMPETENT EVIDENCE THAT THE DEFENDANT OWES YOU THE MONEY YOU SEEK. Again, you do not require a lawyer, but it is advisable to get legal advice BEFORE you file a lawsuit.

The Pineville City Court exists as a service to you, however, it is not free. You will be required to pay a deposit before filing your suit. The Clerk can provide you with a schedule of fees and tell you how much the deposit will be. The deposit is an advance toward the actual costs incurred during the suit. The Clerk cannot predict exactly how much final costs will be. If the costs exceed the deposit, you will be required to post additional deposits as the case progresses. If a judgment is rendered in your favor, the Court may order the defendant to reimburse you for the costs. The Court cannot guarantee that you will get your money back. If you file the suit, you are responsible to the Court for payment of all costs.

PINEVILLE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD MEMBERS:

Mr. Danny Wilburn, Chairman / Louisiana Christian University Representative

Mr. Michael Daenen, Vice-Chairman / Police Dept Civil Service Representative

Mr. Gerard A. Abair, Sr.  / Louisiana Christian University Representative

Mr. Dustin Schneider / Fire Dept Civil Service Representative

Mrs. Kimberly Boyd / City of Pineville Representative

Mrs. Tammie Connella, Civil Service Secretary

PINEVILLE CIVIL SERVICE OFFICIALS

Rich Dupree, Mayor / Appointing Authority

Mark Vilar, Aaron Green / City Attorney

Casey Cummings / Fire Chief

Darrell Basco / Police Chief

Ramona Rachal / Fire Secretary

For specific information about construction within the Rapides Parish, visit the Parish website at:

• http://www.rapc.info/

On their website, you will find a wealth of information including the following topics:

• New Construction
• Subdivision Development
• Building Codes
• Permitting
• 911 Address Assignments
• GIS

FACILITY RENTALS

There is no deposit required.  However, payment in full is due at the time of booking.  No refund if cancellation is within 14-days of the event.

COMMUNITY CENTERS AND PARKS

Call (318) 449-5676 for reservations.

Main Street Community Center
$400 for 6 hours, $200 for 3 hours, $50 each additional hour

Kees Park Community Center
$400 for 6 hours, $200 for 3 hours, $50 each additional hour

Kees Park "L" shaped room
$100 for 3 hours, $50 each additional hour

Kees Park Pavillion
$300 per day

Kelso Park
No charge, but call for reservation

Hickory Street Sports Complex
$400 per day

Prince Street Sports Complex
$300 per day

LAKE BUHLOW

Call (318) 449-5650 for reservations.

Lake Buhlow (including boat ramp & pavillion stage)
$800 per day Sunday through Thursday
$1,500 per day Friday or Saturday
$3,000 for all-weekend Friday through Sunday

Lake Buhlow electrical hookups
$50 per day, per site for RVs or vendors

Lake Buhlow Security
Security is required for a public event.  Additional security is necessary if alcohol is present.

Security is $40 per hour with a four-hour minimum per officer.  This service will be administered
through and provided by the Pineville Police Department and billed with the Lake Rental.

Fire Rescue, if required, is $40 per hour with a four-hour minimum per officer.  This service
will be administered through and provided by the Pineville Fire Department

For reservations at the Lake Buhlow Recreation Area
Contact Red River Waterway Commission at
(318) 446-0325