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GAEDA Swears in Two New Commissioners Amid Allegations of Fraud

ALEXANDRIA, La. (1/24/2025) – GAEDA swears in new commissioners Steven R. McGee and Earl Williams, Jr., during a special meeting on January 23, 2025.

Attorney Tiffany Sanders administered the oath at the Hotel Bentley in Alexandria, Louisiana. McGee was appointed by Councilman Larvadain, while Williams was appointed by CouncilmanJules Green.

The meeting also brought significant changes. The board passed a motion to terminate Barbara Bell Melton as GAEDA’s legal counsel. Following this, members approved Tiffany Sanders as the new legal counsel for the commission. Additionally, Dr. Curtis Lewis was elected president, Steven R. McGee vice president, and Earl Williams, Jr., secretary/treasurer.

During discussions, Commissioner Chris Patel raised concerns about accountability and alleged fraudulent activities. Patel stated, “Not coming back isn’t enough; they already committed fraud, and this organization helped them commit fraud and that is not ok.”

Dr. Curtis Lewis responded to Patel’s allegations in a Facebook post, clarifying the board’s stance. He emphasized that Patel’s claims do not reflect GAEDA’s position. “This board values its relationship with each organization we have partnered with,” Lewis stated. He encouraged affected organizations to address the allegations directly with Patel and his city council representative, Jim Villard.

The allegations and changes mark a pivotal moment for GAEDA, with accountability and transparency taking center stage. Public comments and discussions are expected to continue as the organization moves forward.

In light of these developments, UrbanCast extends an open invitation to GAEDA current and former commissioners and current and former council persons to appear on the Let’s Talk Show. This platform provides an opportunity for commissioners and council persons to discuss their concerns and address the public transparently. By fostering open dialogue, UrbanCast aims to support transparency and rebuild trust with the community.

For further updates on GAEDA’s developments, visit UrbanCast / involvedinitall.com.

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