First elected in 2014, Rick Allen is currently serving his third term as the city's mayor.
BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position of Mayor in the City of Leesville is a part-time position. As is typical in many small cities and towns across the nation, the mayor’s primary roles are to lead city council meetings and oversee the business affairs of the city, roles that do not require a full-time commitment.
OTHER LEADERSHIP ROLES:
In addition to these basic responsibilities, however, Mayor Allen often represents the city as he travels around the state / country in a variety of other leadership roles, including:
- Chairman of the Louisiana Armed Forces Alliance (formerly Fort Polk Progress)
- 2nd Vice-President of the Louisiana Municipal Association
- Governor's Military Advisory Committee
- Louisiana Municipal Advisory and Technical Services Bureau (LaMATS)
- Vernon Parish Chamber of Commerce
He regularly meets with local organizations, churches and other groups to keep them updated on developments within the city.
MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER:
Mayor Allen is a great motivational speaker, who enjoys speaking to school classes / groups about what it’s like to be mayor. Sometimes classes prefer a visit to City Hall, where they can have a tour of the facility as part of the trip.
He is also available to speak with older students about how to succeed in life and business.
ARRAGE A VISIT WITH THE MAYOR:
To arrange an event with the mayor, please call City Hall at (337) 239-2444. Our office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am until 4:30 pm.
PRIVATE LIFE:
In his private life, Mayor Allen is a residential and commercial general contractor and the owner of businesses in both construction and trucking industries. He is a partner in numerous land developments and the owner of several other businesses.
