Public notices for Jan. 17, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following entitled ordinance was introduced at a meeting of the St. Mary Parish Council, State of Louisiana (the “Parish Council”), on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, and laid over for publication of notice:
PROPOSED ORDINANCE
An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Re- zonings (Zoning Map Amendments). (Lance Barrilleaux)
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Council will meet on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at five-forty-five (5:45) o’clock p.m. at the Parish Council Room of the Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, at which time there will be a public hearing on the adoption of the aforesaid ordinance.
/s/ Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo
CHAIRPERSON OF THE COUNCIL
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
/s/ Lisa C. Morgan
CLERK OF THE COUNCIL
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PROCEEDINGS OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE MORGAN CITY HARBOR AND TERMINAL
DISTRICT
December 11, 2023
The Board of Commissioners (“Board”) of the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District (“District”) met in regular session at the District’s office at 7327 Highway 182, Morgan City, Louisiana on December 11, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Pete Orlando, President, convened the meeting with Commissioners, Joseph Cain, Steven Cornes, Troy Lombardo, Matthew Glover and Matthew Tycer in attendance. Ben Adams, Deborah Garber and Adam Mayon were ab- sent. Also present in the meeting were Raymond Wade, Executive Director, Tori Henry, Office Manager; Cindy Cutrera, Economic Development Manager, Michael Knobloch, Knobloch Professional Services; Gerard Bourgeois, Board Attorney; Timothy Spence, United States Coast Guard (“USCG”); Philip Chauvin and Robert Karam, T. Baker Smith; Bill Blanchard, GIS Engineering; along with members of the general public.
The meeting was called to order and the presence of a quorum was noted. Raymond Wade led the invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
It was moved by Mr. Tycer and seconded by Mr. Lombardo that the minutes of the regular meeting of November 13, 2023 be approved and adopted, with said motion carrying unanimously.
It was moved by Mr. Cornes that the report of re- ceipts and disbursements for the month of November, 2023 be re- ceived and accepted and that all invoices presented to the Board for the month of November, 2023 be paid. Mr. Lombardo seconded that motion, which carried unanimously.
Timothy Spence reported 2,455 total transits in November through the VTS zone, at an average of 82 per day. He also noted an increase in traffic due to the Algiers Lock closure.
Timothy Connell reported teleconference that: (i) Brice’s Dredge Arulaq is now working under its new contract; (ii) Dredge Texas is “moving along” at Crew Boat Cut; (iii) Dredge Emil Kurtz is dredging in Berwick Harbor but the estimated completion date in February “may be delayed”; (iv) Crosby Dredger and Susan Crosby have completed dredging in Bayou Chene; (v) things are looking great in Stouts Pass, but ERDC is working on structural op- tions to keep it open; (vi) new surveys are out on sheets 8-13 and are looking good, with dredging to full width to begin mid-summer.
Michael Knobloch reported that the RAISE grant has been an- nounced with the application due on February 28th.
Charles Brittingham reported teleconference that Congress has passed two CR’s but expects adoption of spending bills prior to another CR needed.
Robert Karam presented Sealevel Construction’s Payment Application No. 10 in the amount of $684,680.39 with Mr. Cornes moving for payment, seconded by Mr. Tycer and carried unanimously. He also reported that: (i) West dock design continues to progress with hopes of bidding out in April; and (ii) East dock is almost complete, with clean-up and a few punch list items remaining.
Cindy Cutrera reported that: (i) Mark Wingate retired, with Durand Elzey re- placing him. Mac noted that he attended Mr. Wingate’s retirement dinner and that Mr. Elzey will be a great replacement, and is a great friend of the Port; (ii) we recently sent out a Stakeholder report, with reminders about tonnage reporting and referring to surveys when navigating; (iii) she helped staff the LED booth at the Workboat Show; and (iv) she was recently recertified as a Louisiana Certified Economic Developer.
Gerard Bourgeois reported that we have still not received the Cooperative Endeavor Agreements from the State for our capital outlay projects. He also presented a Right of Entry (ROE) with the Corps of Engineers for disposal easements for Area I and Avoca. It was moved by Mr. Tycer and seconded by Mr. Cornes that Mr. Orlando be authorized to execute said ROE and related landowner agreements, which motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Tycer nominated the current officers of the Board of Commissioners, namely, Peter Orlando, President; Ben Adams, Vice President, Deborah Garber, Treasurer; and Steven Cornes, Secretary, for re-election to their posts for an additional year. By consent and with no further nominations offered, Mr. Glover seconded the nominations and said motion carried unanimously.
With there being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned.
Attest:
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Steven W. Cornes,
Secretary
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF BERWICK, STATE OF LOUISIANA TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY
January 9, 2024
The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana, met in regular session at their regular meeting place, the Town Hall, Berwick, Louisiana, Tuesday January 9, 2024, at six (6:00) o’clock p.m.
There were present: Council members Colleen Askew, Kevin Hebert, Raymond Price, James Richard, and Lud Henry.
Absent: None
Pastor Herb Stanley from Cornerstone Ministries led the prayer.
Councilman Raymond Price led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana were duly convened as the governing authority of said Town, led by the Honorable Duval Arthur Jr, Mayor, who then stated that the Mayor and Council were ready for the transaction of business.
The minutes of the previous meeting were approved without reading upon motion Lud Henry and seconded by James Richard.
The Treasurer’s report, having been reviewed, was approved without reading upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Colleen Askew.
The Beacon was shining on a Teacher and a Student for January 2024. The Beacon Shines on recipients were:
Berwick High School Teacher of the year: Mrs. BJ Castaneda
Berwick High School Student of the year: Ms. Cherish Lewis
Guests for the January 2024 meeting were Ms. Beverly Domen-geaux from St. Mary Council on Aging and St. Mary Parish Councilman Patrick Hebert. Councilman Hebert ex- pressed his appreciation for the mayor and council for attending his recent inauguration.
Police Chief David Leonard presented the police report for December, 2023. Chief Leonard stated that everything is running smoothly within the department. Chief Leonard, along with Assistant Police Chief Jonathon Henry, presented the Berwick Police De- partment Officer of the Year Award for 2023 to Officer Johnell Johnson. Officer Johnson has been with the department since February of 2023 and has quickly gained the respect of her fellow officers. She is always smiling and shows amazing work ethics. She came to the department with years of experience and a variety of certifications, including homicide investigations, hostage negotiator, basic undercover narcotics operations, interview & interrogations, and many others. Chief Leonard and Assistant Chief Henry also presented the Hilton Rebardi Jr. Reserve Officer of the Year Award for 2023 to Officer LaDon Champine. Officer Champine has been with the Berwick Police Reserves since March of 1999, assisting the de- partment in many ways serving as a volunteer to our community. Dur-ing his time with the reserves, he has assisted in numerous, major investigations ranging from narcotics, homicide, traffic fatalities, and many other day-to-day investigations. Chief Leonard and Assistant Chief Henry also presented a Letter of Commendation to Officer Payton Dinger for his quick response and heroic actions while on regular patrol recently. Officer Dinger observed smoke coming from a residence and called it in to the Fire Department. While the Fire Department was enroute he realized that he could hear a dog inside and knew he had to do something. He made a decision to force entry and was able to rescue the dog and make sure that there were no other victims involved. Officer Dinger’s quick response significantly reduced the damage to the home. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, Fire report.
Fire Chief Jody Acosta presented the fire report for December, 2023. Chief Acosta stated that the fire department re- sponded to 12 emergency calls. There were 3 fire alarm, 3 medical assists, 2 motor vehicle accident, 2 smoke scares, and 2 gas leaks. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, the Public Works report.
Public Works Director Rafael Lopez presented the public works report for December, 2023. Mr. Lopez stated town crews were busy this month with their regular maintenance throughout town. Councilman Kevin Hebert asked if there were any plans to start re- pairing curbs throughout town. Mayor Arthur stated that this is a problem that Public Works is aware of, but at this time they are busy with other projects that take priority over curbs, due to safety risks. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, consulting engineer’s report.
Town Engineer Mr. Reid Miller stated that he expects to hear back from the state on the plans for the 6th Street paving project in the next couple of weeks. Once the approval is re- ceived, a bid date will be set. Mayor Arthur asked Mr. Miller about the possibility of doing a drainage study for Golden Farms Subdivision, to include the up- graded pump station that is now operational. He would like to submit the study to FEMA to see if it could help eliminate the area being considered as a flood zone or possibly reduce the risk level, which may help with current flood insurance rates. Mr. Miller stated that they will look into starting that process. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, committee reports.
The Planning and Zoning, Recreation, and Economic Development committees had nothing to report.
The Historical Committee reported that they re- cently submitted their annual re- port for the cultural district.
The Public Safety Committee re- ported that they recently met to discuss the possibility of putting one of the non-operational fire department buildings back to operational requirements in order to possibly increase current fire ratings within Berwick. After much discussion, and no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, new business.
Item No. 1 under New Business – Mac Wade, Port of Morgan City – Update. Mr. Wade stated that the Port of Morgan City has had a great year. Last year they spent over forty million dollars dredging and plan to spend an additional fifty million dollars in 2024. They currently have four dredges running and have been awarded one hundred, eighty million dollars to use over the next two years for improvements. The Port of Morgan City east dock expansion project is about ninety percent complete and they will be starting a thirty million dollar west dock ex- pansion project.
Item No. 2 under New Business – Dionysus Parade Permit – February 10, 2024, 2:00pm. Upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Colleen Askew, the permit was ap- proved unanimously.
Item No. 3 under New Business - Brady Borel – Tri-City Pentecostal Church – Easter Fest – March 16, 2024.Mr. Brady Borel and Pastor Justin Lee would like permission to hold an event on March 16, 2024 under the bridge in Berwick. Upon motion by Lud Henry and seconded by James Richard, the request was approved un- animously.
There being no further business to come before the Council, upon motion by Raymond Price and seconded by Kevin Hebert, the motion to adjourn was approved unanimously.
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Duval H. Arthur Jr –
Mayor
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Jamie Keith –
Town Clerk
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PUBLIC NOTICE
St. Mary Parish Fire Protection District 7
Business
Meeting-Central
Station
December 5, 2023
Meeting called to order by Myron Bourque at 6:01pm.
*Members Present:
•Myron Bourque
•Lana Luke
•Bryan Roy
•Jason Hunt
•Absent: David Picou
*District Supervisor:
•Kevin Kinslow
*Guest Present:
•Asst. Chief Brock Holier
•Jennifer Mc- Donald
•Gwen Hidalgo
•Dean Adams
•DR. Kristi Prejeant Rink
•Glenn Hidalgo
•Ricky LeBlanc
•David Hill
•Melanie Gagneaux
Approval of minutes from November’s meeting, still needed, Myron explained were still waiting on the minutes from September and October’s from Christina Landry. They have not turned in as of now prior to her dismissal.
*Chairman Re- ports,
We have a bank statement alone with bills paid from November 1, 2023 to today for the District board’s review and anyone else.
*Fire Chief and/or Kevin Kinslow,
Kevin reports, Ladder 58 is still in the shop but should be ready in a few days.
Engine 26 is in the shop with electrical issues in the dashboard.
The flow testing of the SCBA packs and masks are complete.
The camera system has been installed at Central Station.
Fire extinguisher testing are in the process of being performed.
Engine 25 has a transmission and water leak, waiting on available appointment to get repaired.
The Kenwood Dual Band Radios are ready for programming.
Engine 23 & 26 are being housed at Saturn Station.
Engine 22 & 25 are being housed at Central Station.
(All engines are outfitted and ready to respond to emergency calls).
All tarps ordered have arrived.
Requested to have minor issues checked out on the Gear Extractor and have it added to the yearly maintenance list. Motion made by Bryan Roy get a quote for having the Gear Extractor added to our yearly maintenance list and minor issues checked out. Motion 2nd by Lane Luke, all was in favor.
*Old Business: None
*New Business:
Myron asked the Chief to explain to about the requisition turned in for CAD interface. He explained it allows for integration of CAD date into EPR. It’s a Parish Wide Quote divided between all the departments in St. Mary Parish, the quote is $333.33. Motion by Lana Luke to approve Motion 2nd by Jason Hunt, All in favor.
*Adjournment: Motion made to adjourn by Lana Luke Motion 2nd by Jason Hunt. Meeting adjourned at 6:30pm.
*Reentered meeting at 6:32pm. Due to overlooking the need of the board’s approval to add Bryan Roy and Kevin Kinslow to be authorized on the checking ac- counts.
Motion made by Lana Luke to added Bryan Roy and Kevin Kinslow to be authorized on the accounts, 2nd by Jaon Hunt, all in favor.
*Adjournment: Motion made to adjourn by Lana Luke and Motion 2nd by Jason Hunt, Meeting adjourned at 6:37pm.
Myron Bourque,
Chairman
Taxing District:
St. Mary Parish
Address:
1519 Hwy 182
Bayou Vista, La. 70380
Phone:
985-759-7424
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance} please contact Myron Bourque, Describing the assistance that is needed.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
A MEETING OF THE LEPA BOARD MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE LEPA MAIN OFFICE LOCATED AT 210 VENTURE WAY, LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA 70507, ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2024 AT 10:30 A.M.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
AGENDA
MEETING DATE: January 18, 2024
MEETING PLACE: LEPA Main Office, 210 Venture Way, Lafayette, LA
TIME: 10:30 A. M.
ITEM 1 Call to Order
ITEM 2 Pledge of Allegiance
ITEM 3 Roll Call
ITEM 4 Transference of Officer Positions
ITEM 5 Election of Secretary-Treasurer
ITEM 6 Chairman Appointments to the Operating Committee
ITEM 7 Ratification of the final actions authorized by the Operating Committee at the Meetings of such Committee held on October 19, 2023
ITEM 8 Approval of the Minutes of the November 16, 2023 Board of Directors Meeting
ITEM 9 OLD BUSINESS
(a) Report on Wholesale Power Costs and Residential Retail Rates
(b) Update on Rodemacher Unit No. 2
(c) Request for Authorization to Surplus a 2010 Ford F-150 pickup
(d) Discussion on any other outstanding items of Old Business
ITEM 10 NEW BUSINESS
(a) Request for Approval of a Resolution to Accept the City of Ruston as a Member of the Louisiana Energy and Power Authority
(b) Consideration for Approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between LEPA and the Town of Jonesville
(c) Request for Approval of Full Requirement Service Agreement between the City of Abbeville and LEPA
(d) Request for Approval of Full Requirement In- centive Agreement between the City of Abbeville and LEPA
(e) Request for Approval of Full Requirement Service Agreement between the Town of Gueydan and LEPA
(f) Request for Approval of Full Requirement In- centive Agreement between the Town of Gueydan and LEPA
ITEM 11 AD- JOURNMENT
Individuals with a disability that falls under the Americans with Disabilities Act who wish to participate electronically in the meetings, please call (337) 269-4046 at least 24 hours in ad- vance of the meeting in order for us to accommodate you.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
January 12, 2024
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Council will hold a Public Hearing at 5:45 p.m. and will meet in Regular Session at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana.
The purpose of the Public Meeting will be to receive written and/or oral comments and to adopt the following ordinance:
An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 2325 pertaining to the designation of Election Districts and Voting Precincts.
Your attendance will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
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Centerville,
Louisiana
December 14, 2023
The St. Mary Parish School Board met in regular session on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 5:30 p.m., in the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex in Centerville, Louisiana, with the following members answering to roll call:
Present: Ms. Tammie L. Moore, Mrs. Lindsey T. Anslem, Ms. Debra R. Jones, Mrs. Ginger S. Griffin, Ms. Marilyn P. LaSalle, Mr. Murphy J. Pontiff Jr., Mr. Chad M. Paradee, Mrs. Alaina L. Black, Mr. Andrew V. Mancuso, Mrs. Rhonda R. Dennis.
District I seat is currently vacant.
Invocation
Ms. Estay gave the Invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
President Black led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
Recognition of District Teachers of the Year:
Ms. Estay recognized and introduced the District Teachers of the Year as follows:
•Elementary Teacher of the Year Rebecca Nguyen of J.B. Maitland Elementary.
•Junior High Teacher of the Year Amy Gilliam of Franklin Junior High.
•High School Teacher of the Year Bobbye Jo “BJ” Castaneda of Berwick High.
Ms. Estay recognized and introduced the New Teachers of the Year as follows:
•New Elementary School Teacher of the Year Shelbi Fontenot of Berwick Elementary.
•New High School Teacher of the Year Tyra Newcomb, the Jobs for American Graduates Teacher.
Recognition of district principal of the year:
Ms. Estay recognized and introduced Ms. Kiante Gunner of Bayou Vista Elementary School as the district principal of the year.
Introduction of Students and Employees of the Month:
J. S. Aucoin Elementary School:
Principal Shantell Toups introduced 5th grader Dylan Bibian as Student of the Month at J. S. Aucoin Elementary School.
Ms. Angelica Zavala EL paraprofessional was unable to attend today’s meeting due to personal circumstances. Despite her absence, Principal Shantell acknowledged Ms. Angelica Zavala as Employee of the Month at J. S. Aucoin Elementary School.
LaGrange Elementary School:
Principal Heidi Mouton introduced 5th grader Kendal Hawkins as Student of the Month at LaGrange Elementary School.
Principal Heidi Mouton introduced Shana Longman, 2nd grade ELA teacher, as Em- ployee of the Month at La- Grange Elementary School.
Franklin Senior High School:
Principal Natasha Jackson introduced 12th grader Kayla Smith as Student of the Month at Franklin Senior High School.
Principal Natasha Jackson introduced Jacinta Verret, physical education teacher, athletic director, as Employee of the Month at Franklin Senior High School.
Appearances:
Recognition of St. Mary Parish School Board Christmas Card artwork winners:
Dr. Fegenbush recognized the winners of the St. Mary Parish School Board Christmas Card artwork as follows:
•K-5 winner Timothy Truong II, 3rd grader of Centerville School.
•6-12 winner Ja’Layiah Smith, 11th grader of Morgan City High School.
•grand prize winner Geraldine Nobles, 9th grader of Morgan City High School.
Approval of Amended Agenda.
No amended agenda.
Approval of Official School Board Minutes.
Mrs. Dennis offered the motion and Ms. Moore offered the second to approve the official school board minutes from the regular school board meeting held on November 9, 2023. All in favor and the motion carried.
Approval of Consent Agenda.
President Black stated that Board Members can remove any of the items on the consent agenda for further discussion in the regular proceedings. Dr. Fegenbush read aloud the items on the consent agenda as follows:
Business Af- fairs:
Item 2. *Authorize RFP or negotiation process for property insurance for the year commencing April 1, 2024.
Item 3. *Authorize RFP or negotiation process for workers compensation insurance for the year commencing May 1, 2024.
Ms. LaSalle made a motion to approve the consent agenda, as presented by Dr. Fegenbush. Ms. Jones made a second, all in favor and the motion carried.
New Business:
Personnel:
Item 1. Discuss and take action if needed regarding revised policy.
A. School Board Member Compensation and Expense (BBBE)
Ms. LaSalle made a motion and seconded by Mr. Mancuso to ap- prove the School Board Member Compensation and Expense policy (BBBE). All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 4. Award substantial completion to Centerville School Roofing Project II using ESSER Funds.
Ms. Jones made a motion and seconded by Mr. Pontiff to approve the substantial completion of Centerville School Roofing Project II using ESSER Funds. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 5. Award substantial completion to Franklin Junior High School Roofing Project using ESSER Funds.
Ms. Jones made a motion and seconded by Ms. Moore to approve the substantial completion of Franklin Junior High School Roofing Project using ESSER Funds. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 6. Discuss and take necessary action on bids received for Maintenance District III Roofing Project of Morgan City High School, Morgan City Junior High School and J. S. Aucoin Elementary using ESSER Funds.
Mr. Mancuso made a motion and seconded by Mrs. Dennis to approve the low base bid plus deductive alternate 1 (delete cost of reroofing the front canopy at Morgan City High School) and alternate 2 (delete the cost of reroofing the Field House at Morgan City High School) to Morcore Roofing, LLC of Roanoke, LA for a total cost of $2,499,000 for Maintenance District III Roofing Project for Morgan City High School, Morgan City Junior High School and J. S. Aucoin Elementary using ESSER Funds, as presented by Mr. Wiese. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 7. Approve Declaration of Vacancy in Position of School Board Member, District I, St. Mary
Parish School Board and Proclamation calling for a Special Election to fill such vacancy.
President Black read aloud the Declaration of Vacancy as follows:
DECLARATION OF VACANCY IN POSITION OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER, DISTRICT 1, ST. MARY PARISH SCHOOL BOARD AND PROCLAMATION CALLING SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL SUCH VACANCY
WHEREAS, due to the passing of Joseph Foulcard, Jr. on December 9, 2023, a vacancy now exists in the office of School Board Member, District 1, St. Mary Parish School Board; and
WHEREAS, Louisiana Revised Statute 18:602 requires that the St. Mary Parish School Board formally declare the vacancy in its membership and appoint an individual to fill the vacancy until a special election can be conducted in accordance with the requirements of law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLV-ED that the St. Mary Parish School Board does hereby order and direct as follows:
SECTION 1: The School Board hereby declares that, due to the passing of Joseph Foulcard, Jr., the office of School Board Member, District 1, St. Mary Parish School Board, is vacant.
SECTION 2: A special election shall be held for the purpose of electing a qualified individual to fill the vacancy in the office of School Board Member, District 1, St. Mary Parish School Board.
SECTION 3: Any qualified person desiring to become a candidate for the office shall file a notice of candidacy, ac- companied by a qualifying fee or a nominating petition, as required or authorized by law, with the appropriate election official in the manner and form and under the procedures and conditions set forth in the Louisiana Election Code during the period commencing Wednesday, July 17, 2024 and ending at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 19, 2024.
SECTION 4: The special election shall be held and conducted under the applicable provisions of the Louisiana Election Code.
SECTION 5: The primary election shall be held November 5, 2024, and the general election, if necessary, shall be held December 7, 2024, at the times and places and in the manner prescribed by law.
SECTION 6: The Secretary of State, Commissioner of Elections, Parish Board of Election Supervisors, Clerk of Court, Registrar of Voters, and all other persons charged with any power, function, right, duty or responsibility in conducting elections in the jurisdiction of the vacant position described herein are hereby authorized, requested, directed and em- powered to exercise every lawful function and to do every act necessary to conduct the special election, to cause the returns to be made, to canvass and promulgate the results, and to perform all related and incidental functions.
SECTION 7: Superintendent Buffy S. Fegenbush (or her designee) will take all action necessary to immediately publish this proclamation in the School Board’s official journal.
SECTION 8: Superintendent Buffy S. Fegenbush (or her designee) will send a copy of this proclamation to the Clerk of Court for the 16th Judicial District and to the Secretary of State by registered or certified mail no later than twenty-four (24) hours after this proclamation is issued.
RESOLVED by the St. Mary Parish School Board at its regular school board meeting on the 14th day of December 2023.
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Alaina L. Black
Board President
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Buffy S.
Fegenbush
Board Secretary
Ms. Moore made a motion and seconded by Ms. Jones to approve Declaration of Vacancy in Position of School Board Member, District I, St. Mary Parish School Board and Proclamation calling for a Special Election to fill such vacancy. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 8. Appoint a representative to temporarily fill the seat of District I, School Board Member until the Special Election.
Ms. Moore made a motion to appoint Ms. Guienzy M. Brent, who resides at 821 10th
Street, Franklin, Louisiana 70538, as representative to temporarily fill the seat of District I, School Board Member until the Special Election. Ms. Jones made a second to the motion. All in favor and the motion carried.
Committees:
Establish a Policy Review Committee.
Mr. Mancuso made a motion and seconded by Mrs. Anslem to establish a Policy Re- view Committee. All in favor and the motion carried.
Staff Report:
Chief Financial Officer’s Re- port:
Sale Tax Up- date
Mr. Perry re- ported that the sales tax collections for five months into the fiscal year collected $1,600,000 versus a budget of $1,548,000, with a $52,000 excess of revenues over budget.
Financial Statements (Major Funds Only):
The Board was provided financial statements for major funds only to review at their leisure.
Other Significant Items:
Mr. Perry indicated that the IRS mileage rates for 2024 will be 0.67 cents per mile, which is currently 65.5 cents per mile. The new mileage rates will be posted on the School Board’s website.
Superintendent’s Report:
Dr. Fegenbush reported as a result of the move to block scheduling for high schools’ students enrolled in courses that require LEAP testing must take the exam at the end of the semester. Results from all exams taken should be received before students leave for the holiday break. Parents are encouraged to review testing results and to reach out to school counselors with any questions they may have.
Dr. Fegenbush was extremely proud to once again congratulate Ms. Kiante Gunner who has been named as St. Mary Parish Principal of the Year. Ms. Gunner is the principal of Bayou Vista Elementary School, the top school that had a performance score of 92.7 in the parish.
December 21, 2023, marks the last day of school before the Christmas break. High schools will be released at 12:30 p.m. and elementary schools will be released at 1:00 p.m. The Christmas break officially begins to December 22nd; students will return to school after the holidays on January 8, 2024.
In closing, Dr. Fegenbush wished everyone happy holidays, “May we all remember that the greatest gift to be received is the time we are able to spend with those we love.”
Resolutions of Respect
Ms. Estay read the Resolutions of Respect for the late Audrey Alleman (retired elementary school teacher) and Joseph C. Foulcard, Jr. (former elementary physical education teacher and an active school board member).
Executive Session:
Request to enter into executive session, pursuant to La. R. S. 42:17 (A) (3), to discuss the development of course of action regarding security personnel, plans, or devices, and the assessment and implementation of any such plans or procedures.
Board Entered Executive Session:
With a motion from Mr. Mancuso and a second from Ms. Moore the Board entered into Executive Session. All in favor and the motion carried.
Closing:
Adjournment:
With there being no further business to address, Mrs. Griffin made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:50 p.m. Ms. Moore made a second, all in favor and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Joseph C.
Foulcard, Jr.
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Joseph C. Foulcard, Jr., and
WHEREAS, his untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a former elementary physical education teacher, an active school board member and a fine citizen;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the St. Mary Parish School Board and the people attending this Board meeting, rise and bow our heads in silent prayer out of respect for the late Joseph C. Foulcard, Jr., and extend to his be- reaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, endeavor to ex- press the high regard in which we held him in life and honor his memory in death.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED that a copy of this resolution be inscribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to the be- reaved family of Joseph C. Foulcard, Jr., and that this meeting ad- journs out of respect for him.
This Resolution was therefore declared approved and adopted this 14th of December, 2023.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Audrey Alleman
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Audrey Alleman, and
WHEREAS, her untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired elementary school teacher and a fine citizen;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the St. Mary Parish School Board and the people attending this Board meeting, rise and bow our heads in silent prayer out of re- spect for the late Audrey Alleman, and extend to her bereaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, endeavor to express the high regard in which we held her in life and honor her memory in death.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED that a copy of this resolution be inscribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to the bereaved family of Audrey Alleman, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for her.
This Resolution was therefore declared approved and adopted this 14th of December, 2023.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENBUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
Adv. Jan. 17, 2024
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PUBLIC NOTICE
BERWICK-
BAYOU VISTA JOINT WATERWORKS
COMMISSION
POST OFFICE BOX 322
BERWICK, LA 70342
(985) 384-8990
Chairman – Herb Mashburn, Vice Chairman – N.A. Hensgens, Jr., Vice Chairman – Troy Lombardo, Vice Chairman – Paul T. Tholen
A regular meeting of the Berwick – Bayou Vista Joint Waterworks Commission was called at the Berwick Civic Center, 300 Patti Drive, Berwick, La. At 5:30 P.M., December 14, 2023.
Board Members Present: Herb Mashburn, Paul Tholen, N.A. Hensgens, Jr and Troy Lombardo.
Others Present: Joel Miller, Jacob Dupuy and Tori Henry.
The meeting was called to order by Herb Mashburn.
It was moved by Troy Lombardo, seconded by N.A. Hensgens and un- animously agreed to accept the minutes from the November meeting.
It was moved by N.A. Hensgens, seconded by Paul Tholen and unanimously agreed to accept accounts payable & treasurer’s report for the month of November.
Joel Miller presented a list of potential plant upgrade projects and priority list. #1 and #2 would address the issues on the sanitary survey.
There being no further business to come before the Board, it was moved by N. A. Hensgens, seconded by Troy Lombardo and unanimously agreed that the meeting be adjourned.
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Chairman
Adv. Jan. 17, 2024
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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY, STATE OF LOUISIANA
DECEMBER 13, 2023
FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA
The St. Mary Parish Council met on this date in Regular Session with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present: Craig A. Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick J. Hebert, James W. Bennett, Jr., Mark A. Duhon, Dean S. Adams, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. Absent was Scott Ramsey.
The Invocation was pronounced by Rev. Mathews and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Ina.
Item 13A, “Resolution of respect in memory of Mr. Frank Mathews, Jr.,” and 13B, “Resolution of re- spect in memory of Mr. Anthony “A.J.” Joseph Cannata,” were moved up.
Rev. Mathews moved that the following Resolution be adopted. The Council seconded the motion, which carried by the following 10-0-0-1 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Mathews, Ina, Olander, Rulf, Hebert, Bennett, Duhon, Adams, Rink, and Hidalgo
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ramsey
RESOLUTION OF RESPECT
WHEREAS, the Lord Almighty in His Infinite mercy and goodness has seen fit to remove from our midst, Mr. Frank Mathews, Jr., St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer Commission No. 5 Board Member and former Waterworks District No. 7 Board Member; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Mathews served on the St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer Commission No. 5 for a total of 19 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Mathews also served his country by enlisting in the United States Army; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Mathews was a hardworking family man, that in- stilled the importance of serving God to his family, and served as an usher at Saint Moses Baptist Church for many years; and
WHEREAS, he is survived by his loving wife Jeraldeen Mathews, two daughters, and two grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, the members of the St. Mary Parish Council wish to ac- knowledge publicly their sorrow and sympathy to the family of Mr. Mathews; and
WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council hopes that his family will find comfort in the thought that their grief and sorrow are shared by their friends.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the St. Mary Parish Council through the unanimous adoption of this resolution that they solemnly deliberate with sincere condolences, sympathy, and understanding during this time of grief.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 13th day of December 2023.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Mr. Adams mov-ed that the following Resolution be adopted. The Council seconded the motion, which carried by the following 10-0-0-1 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Ina, Olander, Rulf, Hebert, Bennett, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo, and Mathews
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ramsey
RESOLUTION OF RESPECT
WHEREAS, the Lord Almighty in His Infinite mercy and goodness has seen fit to remove from our midst, Mr. Anthony “A.J.” Joseph Cannata; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Cannata was a Morgan City resident and attended Louisiana State University and graduated in 1976; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Cannata was an avid LSU fan and went as far as to say “he bled purple and gold as much as anyone could”; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Cannata was hardworking and in 1995, he and his lifelong friend founded Tanks-A-Lot, Inc. which forever changed the trajectory of his life; and
WHEREAS, he is survived by his loving wife Linda B. Cannata, two sons, and four grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, the members of the St. Mary Parish Council wish to ac- knowledge publicly their sorrow and sympathy to the family of Mr. Cannata; and
WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council hopes that his family will find comfort in the thought that their grief and sorrow are shared by their friends.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the St. Mary Parish Council through the unanimous adoption of this resolution that they solemnly deliberate with sincere condolences, sympathy, and understanding during this time of grief.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 13th day of December 2023.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Mr. Ina moved to expand the agenda to include a Resolution of respect in memory of Mr. Joseph “Joe” Clayton Foulcard. Rev. Mathews seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Ina moved that the following Resolution be adopted. The Council seconded the motion, which carried by the following 10-0-0-1 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Olander, Rulf, Hebert, Bennett, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo, Mathews, and Ina
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ramsey
RESOLUTION OF RESPECT
WHEREAS, the Lord Almighty in His Infinite mercy and goodness has seen fit to remove from our midst, Mr. Joseph “Joe” Clayton Foulcard, Jr., St. Mary Parish School Board member; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Foulcard was a native and resident of Franklin, Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Foulcard served as a longtime St. Mary Parish Schoolboard Member for 28 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Foulcard was a kind gentleman with a host of relatives and friends that loved him dearly; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Foulcard is survived by his three loving daughters, a brother, a sister, six grandchildren, and one great grandchild; and
WHEREAS, the members of the St. Mary Parish Council wish to ac- knowledge publicly their sorrow and sympathy to the family of Mr. Foulcard; and
WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council hopes that his family will find comfort in the thought that their grief and sorrow are shared by their friends.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the St. Mary Parish Council through the unanimous adoption of this resolution that they solemnly deliberate with sincere condolences, sympathy, and understanding during this time of grief.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 13th day of December 2023.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Mr. Olander moved that the reading of the First Regular Meeting, December 6, 2023, be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
Councilman Bennett, District No. 7, thanked his family, Council Members, and the citizens of St. Mary Parish for supporting him as Parish Councilman over the past eight (8) years.
Several Council Members thanked Mr. Bennett and President Hanagriff for serving the citizens of St. Mary Parish and congratulated the incoming Council Members and newly elected Parish President, Sam Jones.
Mrs. Hidalgo recognized and welcomed newly elected Council Member District No. 4, David Hill and stated that the Council is looking forward to working with him.
Parish President, David Hanagriff thanked everyone for the well wishes and wished them Happy Holidays.
Chief Administrative Officer, Jean Paul Bourg thanked President Hanagriff for having faith in him to serve as Chief Administrative Of- ficer. He gave his report for a one (1) week period ending December 13, 2023.
Mr. Adams moved that the Public Hearing Report, December 6, 2023 – 5:45 p.m. and the Public Hearing Report, December 6, 2023 – 5:50 p.m. be accepted. Mr. He- bert seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Adams in- troduced the following Ordinances:
ORDINANCE NO.
An Ordinance reducing the boundaries of Fire Protection District No. 9 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana; de- fining and describing the revised territory thereof; and providing for other matters in connection therewith.
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
ORDINANCE NO.
An Ordinance creating Fire Protection District No. 9A of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana; defining and describing the territory thereof; and providing for other matters in connection therewith.
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
Rev. Mathews moved that the following Ordinance, including amendments to the first Budget amendment, be adopted. Mr. Olander seconded the motion, which carried by the following 10-0-0-1 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Rulf, Hebert, Bennett, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo, Mathews, Ina, and Olander
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ramsey
ORDINANCE
NO. 2353
An Ordinance amending and re- enacting Ordinance No. 2315 adopting the 2023 Combined Budgets of Revenues and Expenditures for the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana.
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
Dr. Rink moved that Item 12B, “An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 2325 pertaining to the designation of Election Districts and Voting Precincts,” be tabled to January 24, 2024 agenda. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
Rev. Mathew moved to adopt Item 12C, “FOR ADOPTION - An Ordinance establishing the Personnel Policies for St. Mary Parish Government.” Mr. Olander seconded the motion.
Clerk of the Council, Lisa Morgan explained that a motion is needed to make a minor linguistic addition to this ordinance.
Legal Counsel, Eric Duplantis explained the reason and procedure for the amendment to this ordinance.
The previous motion to adopt Item 12C was re- moved from the table.
After discussion, Rev. Mathews moved to amend Item 12C to make a minor linguistic addition that will read, “Whereas, this ordinance is specifically intended and reference to the document titled St. Mary Parish Government Personnel Policies, effective the 1st day of January 2024, a copy of which can be assessable via www.stmaryparishla.gov.” Mr. Olander seconded the motion, which carried. Mr. Duhon voted no.
Several Council Members discussed the public’s availability to re- view the amendments and the proposed Personnel Policy.
Rev. Mathew moved to adopt the amendments to the Personnel Policy as discussed at the December 11, 2023 Special Meeting. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion.
Dr. Rink stated for the record that, “when the original ordinance was put out, the actual content of the document was not re- leased to the public. Therefore, legally if the ordinance is adopted as is, we are only adopting the fact that a manual is being adopted. She further stated that if adopted tonight, the Council is not being transparent to the Boards and Commissions nor to the public be- cause they have not had access to the proposed Personnel Policy for review.” She also stated that postponing it will give the newly elected Parish President an opportunity to review the content.
Lisa Morgan explained that the proposed Personnel Policy will be corrected and that an amendment will not be added. She stated that the ordinance states that the proposed Personnel Policy will be adopted and that changes can still be made.
Mr. Ina expounded on the importance of adopting a corrected Personnel Policy that includes all of the amendments at once.
Several Council Members discussed the oversite of including Short Term Leave, specifically four (4) days for death or a funeral for an immediate family member and the concern of changes to comp time in the proposed Personnel Policy.
After lengthy discussion, Mr. Olander moved to table Item 12C, “An Ordinance establishing the Personnel Policies for St. Mary Parish Government.” Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried by the following 9-1-0-1 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Rulf, Hebert, Bennett, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo, Ina, and Olander
NAYS: Mathews
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ramsey
Mr. Adams mov-ed that the following Resolutions be adopted. Mr. Du- hon seconded the motion, which carried by the following 10-0-0-1 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Hebert Bennett, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo, Mathews, Ina, Olander, and Rulf
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ramsey
RESOLUTION
A resolution declaring the in- tention of the Parish Council of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, to reduce Fire Protection District No. 9 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, defining and describing the revised territory thereof, ordering and directing the Chairman to give due notice of the proposed reduction and providing for the hearing of any and all objections to the reduction or boundaries thereof.
WHEREAS, the Parish Council desires to issue notice of its intention to reduce Fire Protection District No. 9 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “District”) in the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), in the manner provided by Part 1, Chapter 7, Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and other constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish Council of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, acting as governing authority of the Parish, that:
SECTION 1. In compliance with the provisions of Part 1, Chapter 7, Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and other constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto, it is the intention of this Parish Council to reduce the District, which District shall thereafter comprise and embrace all of that territory within the previous boundaries of the District, less and except that territory within the boundaries of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana, as such boundaries are presently incorporated.
SECTION 2. The Parish Council shall meet in open and public session on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 5:50 p.m., at its regular meeting place, the Parish Council Meeting Room, 5th Floor, Parish Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, to hear any and all objections thereon, and shall thereafter meet at 6:00 p.m. on the same date and at the same place to consider reducing the District.
SECTION 3. The Chairman of this Parish Council is hereby ordered and directed to issue a notice of intention of the Parish Council to reduce said District, which notice shall substantially be in the form attached as Exhibit “A” hereto and shall be published in accordance with the provisions of law.
SECTION 4. Any and all resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed or rescinded to the extent of such conflict.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 13th day of December 2023.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
_______________
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO, CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
_________________LISA C.
MORGAN, CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
EXHIBIT “A”
NOTICE OF INTENTION
Pursuant to the provisions of Part 1, Chapter 7, Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950 and other constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto, and a resolution adopted by the Parish Council of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, on January 10, 2024, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the intention of said Parish Council to reduce Fire Protection District No. 9 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “District”), within the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), which District shall thereafter comprise and embrace all of that territory within the previous boundaries of the District, less and except that territory within the boundaries of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana, as such boundaries are presently incorporated. For reference, the previous boundaries of the District contained all of the areas of Ward 6 lying north of Bayou Boeuf. A complete description of the revised boundaries of the District is available from the Clerk of the Parish Council, 5th Floor, Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, during normal business hours.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Parish Council will meet in open and public session at its regular meeting place, the Parish Council Meeting Room, 5th Floor, Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 5:50 p.m., and will at that time hear any and all objections to the proposed re- duction of the District, and thereafter the Parish Council shall, if it determines to do so, adopt an ordinance reducing said District and fixing the boundaries thereof.
THUS, DONE AND SIGNED at Franklin, Louisiana, on this, the 13th day of December 2023.
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo
Chairperson
RESOLUTION
A resolution declaring the in- tention of the Parish Council of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, to create Fire Protection District No. 9A of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, defining and describing the revised territory thereof, ordering and directing the Chairman to give due notice of the proposed creation and providing for the hearing of any and all objections to the creation or boundaries thereof.
WHEREAS, the Parish Council desires to issue notice of its intention to create Fire Protection District No. 9A of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “District”) in the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), in the manner provided by Part 1, Chapter 7, Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and other constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish Council of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, acting as governing authority of the Parish, that:
SECTION 1. In compliance with the provisions of Part 1, Chapter 7, Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, and other constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto, it is the intention of this Parish Council to create the District, which District shall thereafter comprise and embrace all of that territory within the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana, as such boundaries are presently in- corporated.
SECTION 2. The Parish Council shall meet in open and public session on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 5:50 p.m., at its regular meeting place, the Parish Council Meeting Room, 5th Floor, Parish Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, to hear any and all objections thereon, and shall thereafter meet at 6:00 p.m. on the same date and at the same place to consider creating the District.
SECTION 3. The Chairman of this Parish Council is hereby ordered and directed to issue a notice of intention of the Parish Council to create said District, which notice shall substantially be in the form attached as Exhibit “A” hereto and shall be published in accordance with the provisions of law.
SECTION 4. Any and all resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed or rescinded to the extent of such conflict.
ADOPTED AND APPROV- ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 13th day of December 2023.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
EXHIBIT “A”
NOTICE OF INTENTION
Pursuant to the provisions of Part 1, Chapter 7, Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950 and other constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto, and a resolution adopted by the Parish Council of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, on January 10, 2024, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the intention of said Parish Council to create Fire Protection District No. 9A of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “District”), within the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), which District shall thereafter comprise and embrace all of that territory within the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana, as such boundaries are presently in- corporated. A complete description of the revised boundaries of the District is available from the Clerk of the Parish Council, 5th Floor, Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, during normal business hours.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Parish Council will meet in open and public session at its regular meeting place, the Parish Council Meeting Room, 5th Floor, Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 5:50 p.m., and will at that time hear any and all objections to the proposed creation of the District, and thereafter the Parish Council shall, if it determines to do so, adopt an ordinance creating said District and fixing the boundaries thereof.
THUS, DONE AND SIGNED at Franklin, Louisiana, on this, the 13th day of December 2023.
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo
Chairperson
Per Dr. Rink’s inquiry, Mr. Bourg stated that this is located in Siracusaville and needs to be separated due to fire rating reasons.
OLD BUSINESS:
A. Referred from the Advisory Budget/Finance Committee Meeting on November 15, 2023, to recommend to the Parish Council to approve an allocation in the amount of $2,500.00 to St. Mary Parish 4-H Shooting Sports for Program Year 2023 and that they recommend the School Board match with $2,500.00. (Mr. Hebert)
After lengthy discussion, Mr. Hebert moved that $2,500.00 be allocated from the General Fund to St. Mary Parish 4-H Shooting Sports for Program Year 2023. Mr. Olander seconded the motion, which carried.
B. Referred from the August 23, 2023, Regular Council Meeting – Appointments to the following Boards and Commissions:
St. Mary Parish Personnel Board – 3 Vacancies
Sherwin Landry, Whitney J. Bourque, Jr., Candace Lodrigue Dinger
Lisa Morgan informed that she has received several late applications.
Mr. Olander moved to table this item to the January 24, 2024 agenda. Mr. Duhon seconded the motion, which carried.
Several Council Members discussed qualifications to apply for this board.
C. Referred from the October 25, 2023, Regular Council Meeting – Appointments to the following Boards and Commissions:
St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer Commission No. 5 (Four Corners/Glencoe) – 6 Vacancies
Sandra E. Lockett – Present Member, Merker Broussard, Sr. – Present Member, Roy C. Louviere, Bettye J. Tillman, Virginia Sutton – Present Member
Per Rev. Mathews’ inquiry, Mr. Bourg stated that more time is needed to complete several projects before appointing members to the board.
After discussion, Rev. Mathews moved to table this item to a time indefinite. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. We received the following fin- ancial statements:
St. Mary Council on Aging, Inc. – year ended June 30, 2023
St. Mary Council on Aging, Inc. – Statewide Agree- Upon Procedures – year ended June 30, 2023
Waterworks District No. 5 of the Parish of St. Mary – year ended May 31, 2023
B. Kevin Ardoin, Laboratory Director, Acadiana Criminalistics Laboratory writes that the Annual Commission Meeting hosted by the Acadiana Crime Lab was held on Tuesday, November 16, 2023. During the meeting, the proposed 2024 budget was approved by the Commission members in attendance.
The budget must be approved by at least a majority of the governing authorities of the parishes which the Commission serves.
Dr. Rink moved to approve Acadiana Criminalistics Laboratory’s proposed 2024 budget. Mr. Rulf seconded the motion, which carried.
In response to Mr. Bennett’s in- quiry, Lisa Morgan stated that Mr. Bennett’s vacancy for the Crime Lab will be placed on next year’s agenda for reappointment.
C. Peter J. Burke has written on December 8, 2023, to “please accept this letter as my notice to resign from the Atchafalaya Golf Commission Board as of today. This is due to personal reasons that will prevent me from further service to the parish. Please accept my apologies for not being able to fulfil the remainder of my term.”
He will be sent a letter thanking him for his service and the vacancy will be advertised.
D. Edgar Martien, Jr., owner of KFGL, LLC, leasee of Atchafalaya Restaurant at Idlewild located at 400 Cotten Rd., Patterson, Louisiana requests a residency variance to obtain a 2024 Full Liquor Permit.
E. Yancy Landry, Owner of V’s Sports Bar located at 5073 Highway 87, Franklin, Louisiana requests a residency variance to obtain a 2024 Full Liquor Permit.
F. Shakeel Shamsuddin and Aslam Noorani, owners of Amelia Petroleum, formally Diamond Discount #2 and Amelia Truck Stop, leasee of Domino Estates, located at 9731 Hwy. 182E., Morgan City (Amelia), Louisiana, re- quests a residency variance to obtain a 2023 Full Liquor Permit.
G. Muhammad Amersi, owner of Amerrani Franklin, LLC (Convenient Store) formally Choocha Store #2, leasee of American Saks LLC/Intex, LLC located at 7716 Hwy. 182, Suite A, Franklin, Louisiana requests a residency variance to obtain a 2024 Full Liquor Permit.
H. Muhammad Amersi, owner of Amerrani Franklin, LLC, (Bar) formally Choocha Bar, leasee of American Saks LLC/Intex, LLC located at 7716 Hwy. 182, Suite B, Franklin, Louisiana requests a residency variance to obtain a 2024 Full Liquor Permit.
Mr. Adams mov-ed to grant 2024 residency variances for the following:
-Edgar Martien, Jr., owner of KFGL, LLC, leasee of Atchafalaya Restaurant at Idlewild located at 400 Cotten Rd., Patterson, Louisiana;
-Yancy Landry, Owner of V’s Sports Bar located at 5073 Highway 87, Franklin, Louisiana;
-Shamsuddin and Aslam Noorani, owners of Amelia Petroleum, formally Diamond Discount #2 and Amelia Truck Stop, leasee of Domino Estates, located at 9731 Hwy. 182E., Morgan City (Amelia), Louisiana;
-Muhammad Amersi, owner of Amerrani Franklin, LLC (Convenient Store) formally Choocha Store #2, leasee of American Saks LLC/Intex, LLC located at 7716 Hwy. 182, Suite A, Franklin, Louisiana; and
-Muhammad Amersi, owner of Amerrani Franklin, LLC, (Bar) formally Choocha Bar, leasee of American Saks LLC/Intex, LLC located at 7716 Hwy. 182, Suite B, Franklin, Louisiana. Mr. Duhon seconded the motion, which carried. Rev. Mathews and Mr. Hebert were absent.
I. Discussion and Action relative to the Inauguration Ceremony time to be held on January 8, 2024, per the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Section 8-11A. (Mrs. Hidalgo)
After discussion relative to Section 8-11A of the Home Rule Charter, Mr. Olander moved that the Inauguration Ceremony be held on January 8, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 5th Floor Courthouse, Franklin. Mr. He- bert seconded the motion, which carried. Mr. Adams voted no.
J. Appointments to the following Boards and Commissions:
Fire Protection District No. 1 (Cypremort Point) – 2 Vacancies
No applications received.
Lisa Morgan informed that she received a late application.
St. Joseph Recreation Park Advisory Committee – 5 Vacancies
Celitha M. Parker – Present Member, Gail Nelson – Present Member
Mr. Ina moved that Celitha M. Parker and Gail Nelson be reappointed to St. Joseph Recreation Park Advisory Committee. Dr. Rink seconded the motion, which carried.
Recreation District No. 7 – 1 Vacancy
Richard John Tabor – Present Member
Mr. Olander moved that Richard John Tabor be reappointed to Recreation District No. 7. Dr. Rink seconded the motion, which carried.
Mrs. Hidalgo recognized newly elected Parish President, Sam Jones in attendance.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo,
Chairperson
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. Jan. 17, 2024
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC
HEARING REPORT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA
5:45 P.M.
The St. Mary Parish Council held a Public Hearing on this date with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present: Craig A. Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick J. Hebert, James W. Bennett, Jr., Mark A. Duhon, Dean S. Adams, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. Absent was Scott Ramsey.
The purpose of the Public Hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following Ordinance:
An Ordinance amending and re-enacting Ordinance No. 2315 adopting the 2023 Combined Budgets of Revenues and Expenditures for the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana.
There were no written or verbal comments received regarding the ordinance.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
s/g Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo,
Chairperson
s/g Lisa C. Morgan
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. Jan. 17, 2024
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC
HEARING REPORT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA
5:50 P.M.
The St. Mary Parish Council held a Public Hearing on this date with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present: Craig A. Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick J. Hebert, James W. Bennett, Jr., Mark A. Duhon, Dean S. Adams, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. Absent was Scott Ramsey.
The purpose of the Public Hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following Ordinance:
An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 2325 pertaining to the designation of Election Districts and Voting Precincts.
There were no written or verbal comments received regarding the ordinance.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
s/g Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo,
Chairperson
s/g Lisa C. Morgan
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. Jan. 17, 2024
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC
HEARING REPORT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA
5:55 P.M.
The St. Mary Parish Council held a Public Hearing on this date with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present: Craig A. Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick J. Hebert, James W. Bennett, Jr., Mark A. Duhon, Dean S. Adams, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. Absent was Scott Ramsey.
The purpose of the Public Hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following Ordinance:
An Ordinance establishing the Personnel Policies for St. Mary Parish Government.
There were no written or verbal comments received regarding the ordinance.
In response to Mr. Ina’s inquiry relative to comp time pay for em- ployees in emergency situations (flood, hurricanes, etc.), Chief Administrator Officer, Jean Paul Bourg stated that they either get paid in overtime or comp time.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
s/g Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo,
Chairperson
s/g Lisa C. Morgan
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. Jan. 17, 2024
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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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PARISH OF
ST. MARY
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STATE OF
LOUISIANA
AA Marine, LLC as Successor in interest to Patterson State Bank
Vs. No. 137566 Div. “G”
Succession of
William A.
Washburn
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit:
That certain lot or parcel of land, together with all buildings and improvements thereon and thereunto belonging and all rights, ways, privileges and servitudes thereunto belonging and all rights, ways, privileges and servitudes thereunto appertaining, lying and being situated in Section 13, T 15 S, R 12 E, Town of Berwick, Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, being more particularly known, designated and described as Lot Two (2), containing 2.07 acres, more or less, as shown on the plat entitled “Plan of Land Showing Glenwild3 Subdivision Phase II” prepared by Miller Engineers & Associates, Inc., dated March 9, 1998, bearing Drawing No. 9801 and recorded in St. Mary Parish COB 41-M, Entry No. 262,183 to which reference is made for greater particularly as to location, dimensions, boundaries, shape and description of said lot or parcel of land. According to said plan of land described herein said Lot Two (2) has a frontage along the northerly side of Fairview Drive (formerly known as Old Spanish Trail) a distance of One Hundred Fifty and Forty Nine Hundredths (150.49’) feet, with a depth along its easterly boundary line of distance of Six Hundred Eighteen (618’) feet, more or less, to the bank of the Atchafalaya River, with a depth along its westerly boundary line a distance of Six Hundred Thirty Seven (637’) feet, more or less, to the bank of the Atchafalaya River and with a width across the rear along the meandering bank of the Atchafalaya River a distance of One Hundred Forty Nine (149’) feet more or less. Ac- cording to said plan of land, Lot Two (2) is bounded northerly by the Atchafalaya River, easterly by Lot Three (3) of Glenwild Subdivision Phase II, westerly by Lot One (1) of Glenwild Subdivision Phase II and southerly by Fairview Drive (formerly known as Old Spanish Trail).
Being the same property acquired by William A. Washburn from the Joseph A. Carbonell and/or Leah C. Carbonell Revocable Living Trust by act of Cash Deed recorded September 17, 2012 in St. Mary Parish COB 261, page 126, under Entry No. 314,300.
The hereinabove described property bears the municipal address of 1458 Old Spanish Trail, Berwick, Louisiana 70342 (also known as 1458 Fairview Drive, Berwick, Louisiana 70342).
to satisfy the sum of FIVE HUNDRED FORTY-FOUR THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED SEVENTY-THREE AND 55/100 ($544,673.55) DOLLARS in principal, with accrued interest and late fees through May 1, 2023, expenses advanced of $12,621.19 for property taxes, and interest thereafter at the rate of $123.35 per day until paid, with 25% of said principal and interest as attorney’s fees and all costs of this proceedings as well as all sheriff’s costs and commissions
All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale.
I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITHOUT ap- praisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 24th day of January A.D., 2024, between the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Friday, the 17th day of November A.D., 2023
BLAISE W. SMITH,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. Dec. 22, 2023 and Jan. 17, 2024
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