FAQs
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I AM EXPERIENCING A WATER OR SEWER LEAK?
Contact the Utility Department at 318-449-5660, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM; after hours contact the Pineville Police Department at 318-442-6603.
WHAT DOES IT COST TO ADOPT A DOG OR CAT FROM THE PINEVILLE ANIMAL SHELTER?
Female dogs -- $95.00
Males dogs -- $85.00
Female cats -- $80.00
Male cats -- $75.00
These fees include the cost of Spay/Neuter, first shots, worming, and initial vet visit.
ARE ANY DOGS OR CATS FREEOF CHARGE?
No, if an animal was already spayed/neuter the adoption fee is reduced to $10.00.
IF A DEPOSIT IS LEFT, CAN AN ANIMAL BE HELD FOR AN INDIVIDUAL?
"No"...In the past when we took depoists, often the interested person changed his or her mind and we lost the chance to place the animal with another interested party.
WHERE DO I LOOK FOR ALOST PET?
It is very important that you personally visit the local animal shelters.
MAY I LEAVE INFORMATION REGARDING MY LOST PET AT THE ANIMAL SHELTER?
"Yes"...Make sure to leave as much detailed information about the pet as possible and a picture if you have one. It will make it much easier to identify a lost pet.
WILL IT COST ANYTHING TO GIVE AN ANIMAL TO THE SHELTER?
There is no cost for dropping off animals, but you MUST live inside the city limits of Pineville and have proof of residency.
HOW LONG WILL THE SHELTER HOLD MY PET?
We do not have a specific time limit in which we hold owner released animal. We make every effort we can to adopt all animals out, but unfortunately we are not able to do so. You can help us to be more succussful in adopting out your pet by leaving any information such as age, breed, shot records, and any other information that a new owner may need to know.
WHAT DOES THE SHELTER DO IF A HOME IS NOT FOUND FOR THE PET?
The animal will be humanely euthanized by injection by a licensed veterinarian.
WILL THE SHELTER CALL ME IF THEY CANNOT FIND A NEW HOME FOR MY PET?
We do not make any promises when we take in a pet. We will make every effort to adopt an animal out to a new home, but the only way we can promise an animal won't be put to sleep is if it is never brought into the shelter.
DOES THE SHELTER SPAY/NEUTER ANIMALS AT THE PINEVILE SHELTER LOCATION?
"No"...Please call your private veterinarian for spay/neuter information for your pet.
WHY SHOULD I HAVE MY PET SPAYED OR NEUTERED?
To prevent bringing unwanted cats/dogs into the world.
WHAT IS THE PINEVILLE ANIMAL SHELTER ADDRESS?
1700 Jefferson Hwy
Pinville, LA 71360
WHAT ARE THE BUSINESS HOURS FOR THE ANIMAL SHELTER?
Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Closed Saturday and Sundays and Holidays
HOW DOES THE SHELTER PUT ANIMALS TO SLEEP?
When it is necessary to put animals to sleep it is done by injections by a licensed veterinarian.
DOES THE SHELTER BOARD ANIMALS?
"No'...We do not have the space available to board privately owned pets.
WHERE ARE THE CITY BASEBALL FIELDS LOCATED?
Off Bayou Marie Road, on Hickory Street, in the Wardville Community.
HOW MANY BASEBALL FIELDS ARE AVAILABLE?
The City has four adult fields and five youth fields
WHO DO I CONTACT ABOUT USING THE BASEBALL FIELDS?
For this information you can call 318-449-5671.
WHERE DO I REGISTER MY CHILD FOR SUMMER BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL?
You can visit the Pinevill Youth Baseball website below or call Steve Rachal at the Ward 9 Complex at 318-201-2099.
WHO DO I NEED TO CONTACT ABOUT THE TEAMS IN THE ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUE?
You can contact League Organizer Reggie "Cheeta" Dubroc at 318-201-8500.
HOW DO I BOOK AN EVENT AT THE CITY BALLPARKS, BUHLOW LAKE OR OTHER LOCATIONS?
Contact Main Street Communiy Center at 318-449-5681, for booking details, fees and availability.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO RENT THE RECREATIONAL FACILITIES OR COMMUNITY CENTERS?
The fees vary by how many people and the number of hours needed.
$20 per hour (3 Hours minimum)
$75 per five hours
$140 Full day 8AM-12 Midnight
$75 Damage Deposit, for all bookings (REFUNDABLE)
$20 per hour for small conference rooms
Setup Fees
$25 per 100
$40 for over 100
Clean up Fees
$35 per 100
$50 for over 100
Pavilion Charges are $50 for all day
Plus a $75 Damage Fee(REFUNDABLE)if no damages is incurred.
IS IT O.K. TO HAVE A DISC JOCKEY AND DANCE AT AN EVENT?
"Yes"...But security may be required through the Pineville Police Department.
IS ALCOHOL ALLOWED AT THE CITY FACILITIES?
"No"...City Ordinance Sec. 14-71. Drinking alcoholic beverages on streets, sidewalks, squares, parks, ballparks, playgrounds, on any city-owned, leased or operated property or in any city-owned, leased or operated buildings or premises prohibited.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I AM EXPERIENCING LOW WATER PRESSURE?
Check for a water leak, if there isn't one contact the Utility Department at 318-449-5688.
WHAT TYPE OF CHEMICALS ARE USED TO TREAT THE WATER?
Only Chlorine is used to treat the water.
DOES THE CITY HAVE KITCHENS AVAILABLE AT THE COMMUNITY CENTERS?
Yes, both Community Centers have complete kitchens. However, the Pavilion at Kees Park has a water only kitchen.
CAN I RENT THE FACILITIES AT BUHLOW LAKE?
The area fronting Hwy 165 belongs to the City of Pineville. It rents for the damage deposit of $75 and Proof of Insurance, which must also cover the City of Pineville.
CAN I RENT THE BALLPARKS?
Yes, the ballparks are rented for a $75 damage deposit plus insurance.
DOES THE CITY OF PINEVILLE USE LOCAL VENDORS FOR PURCHASING MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES?
Yes. Local vendors are encouraged to do business with the City of Pineville. However, competitive quotes are always requested.
DOES THE CITY OF PINEVILLE PAY SALES TAX?
No. The City of Pineville is exempt from state and local sales tax. The purchasing division will furnish a tax exemption certificate upon request.
IS THERE A FEE FOR DOING BUSINESS WITH THE CITY OF PINEVILLE?
No.
ARE THERE ANY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DOING WORK FOR/WITH THE CITY OF PINEVILLE?
YES. If you are providing a service that requires you to work on city property/premises, i.e., construction, lot cleaning, street repairs, demolition, plumbing, etc., you must be able to provide proof of insurance and worker's compensation prior to commencement of work. Complete insurance requirements are available upon request.
HOW LONG CAN A VENDOR REMAIN ON THE CITY'S BID LIST?
The vendor will remain on the City's bid list as long as their work performance is acceptable by the City. Vendors are removed from the bid list if past performance has been unacceptable or if mail is returned with no forwarding address.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO INSTALL A TAP AFTER IT IS PAID FOR?
It will take from 5 to 7 working days.
HOW MUCH DOES A TAP COST?
Prices vary depending on the work involved. Customers should contact the Utility Department at (318) 449-5660.
WHO DO I CONTACT ABOUT GETTING MY POOL FILLED UP?
Contact the Utility Department at (318) 449-5660, during normal business hours.
HOW DO I OBTAIN A COPY OF A POLICE REPORT?
Copies of a police report can be obtained in person from the Records Bureau at the Pineville Police Department during normal business hours.
To request a copy of a police report by mail, you must provide the specifics of the incident such as: date, location, incident type, etc. All police reports that are mailed to citizens must be pre-paid.
WHAT IS THE COST OF A POLICE REPORT?
The Record Bureau will provide copies of records at a cost of $10.00 per report to the requester.
WHEN WILL MY POLICE REPORT BE AVAILABLE?
Most Crash & Incident Reports will be made available within 3 to 5 business days, after they were taken.
ARE ALL REPORTS OBTAINABLE FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT?
The Records Bureau complies with Louisiana Public Records Laws when fulfilling request for public records. While there are many different circumstances that may prevent a request from being filled, the following list identifies the most common reasons for certain records not to be released to the public.
Pending Litigation/Trial Preparation Records
Case Is Under Investigation
Confidential Law Enforcement Records
Juvenile Records/Information
HOW MUCH IS THE DEPOSIT FOR WATER AND SEWER?
There is a $120.00 deposit and a $30.00 connection fee, for a total amount of $150.00.
DOES SOMEONE HAVE TO BE AT THE SERVICE ADDRESS TO HAVE WATER/WASTEWATER SERVICES HOOKED UP?
Yes, to avoid any damage to the property, we ask that someone be there.
WHY MUST I HAVE A LEASE AGREEMENT TO CONNECT SERVICES?
To make sure we have the correct address for the services and a specific time that a lease began.
WHY IS A CONNECTION FEE CHARGE WHEN THE WATER IS ALREADY ON?
A service man has to physically go to the residence and get the readings on the meter to begin new service.
WHOM DO I NEED TO CONTACT ABOUT STREET LIGHTS NOT WORKING?
You need to contact the City's Code Enforcement Office, the phone number is 318-449-5660.
DOES THE CITY GIVE OUT TRASH BAGS LIKE SOME OTHER CITIES DO?
No, presently we do not provide this service.
DOES THE CITY CHARGE TO RE-READ METERS?
No, we do not charge a fee for this service.
HOW MUCH ARE MY PROPERTY TAXES?
Each customer will have to provide account information to answer this question. Call the Tax Office at (318) 449-5660.
