Posted March 18, 2020, the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury offices are open during normal business hours. Due to the coronavirus outbreak, services are limited because staffing has been scaled down. Residents are asked to use parish online services as much as possible or call (337) 721-4010.

All Calcasieu Parish Police Jury meetings have been canceled until further notice. Below is a list of what offices are open and the services available in the area:

*American Job Center
Allen and Vernon offices are closed.
*DeRidder April 8 Job Fair has been cancelled.

*Department of Animal Services and Adoption Center:
Officers will respond to emergency and high-priority calls.
Visit petharbor.com to report a lost pet, or call the shelter at (337) 721-3730 to make an appointment. Lobby has restricted and limited access.

All parks, boat launches, RV and tent camping facilities are open.

Division of Planning and Development Office is open:
Call (337) 721-3600; email planning@calcasieuparish.gov; or for permits, visit calcasieuparish.gov/permits

Public Works
Solid Waste Convenience Centers and Water/Sewer departments are open.
Residents can call Public Works: Lake Charles (337) 721-3760 or Sulphur (337) 721-3750.

Waste Management Residential Garbage Services are running during regular operation hours. For more details visit wm.com/alerts for up-to-date service information.

To stay up-to-date Residents are encouraged to visit the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury website to stay up-to-date on all parish news and closures visit, calcasieuparish.gov. Like the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Facebook page or @cppj Twitter page.

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