Public notices for Dec. 5, 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL OF THE
PARISH OF ST. MARY, STATE OF LOUISIANA
NOVEMBER 12, 2025
FRANKLIN,
LOUISIANA
6:00 P.M.
The St. Mary Parish Council met on this date in Regular Session with Vice Chairperson Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. presiding and the following members present: Rev. Craig Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., and Mark Duhon. Ab- sent was Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo.
The Invocation was pronounced by Mr. Ina and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Rev. Mathews.
Mr. Adams mov-ed that the reading of the Second Regular Meeting, October 22, 2025 be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Rulf seconded the motion, which carried.
Dr. Rink moved up Item 14A, “Resolution of respect in memory of Mrs. Clara Johnson.”
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, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, and Rink
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Hidalgo
RESOLUTION OF RESPECT
WHEREAS, the Lord Almighty in His Infinite mercy and goodness has seen fit to remove from our midst, former vice chair of Recreation District No. 5 Board Member, Mrs. Clara Johnson, and
WHEREAS, she owned and operated a daycare center for over 2 decades caring for countless children in the West End area of St. Mary Parish, and
WHEREAS, she was one of the original commissioners of Recreation District No. 5 and was instrumental in the vision and construction of the West St. Mary Civic Center, and
WHEREAS, she was as beautiful on the inside as well as the outside and will be remembered as a treasured parent, grandparent, and great grandparent, and
WHEREAS, she will be deeply missed by her loving family and her memories will be cherished forever, and
WHEREAS, the members of St. Mary Parish Council wish to acknowledge publicly our sorrow and sympathy to the family of Mrs. Clara Johnson and hopes that the family and community will find comfort in the thought that your grief and sorrow are shared by your friends.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED, by the St. Mary Parish Council through the unanimous adoption of this resolution, that we 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 12th day of November 2025.
APPROVED:
s/g KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.
KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.,
VICE
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
s/g Lisa C.
Morgan
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Yanik “Alex” Arda appeared before the Council to give an update on the Plantation Inn Hotel. He re- quested that the Council give him until the summer of 2026 to complete repairs, if not, he will sign over the deed to the property.
Clerk of the Council, Lisa Morgan, stated that she received a call from Chris Gros, Mr. Arda’s attorney, informing that an insurance claim is pending.
In response to several Council Members’ inquiries, Mr. Arda stated that he does not intend to install a fence to secure the property. He stated that he can submit an engineer’s report.
In response to several Council Members’ inquiries, Planning & Zoning Director, Mandi LeBlanc explained the condemnation process and temporary power requirements. She ex- plained that im- provements can continue during the condemnation process.
Joseph Boodaie stated that he is in partnership with Mr. Arda and that his knowledge is accounting, not construction. He asked the Council to give them one (1) month to submit contracts, licenses, and ob- tain permits.
Mr. Hebert stated that he can meet with Mr. Arda and Mr. Boodaie tomorrow to visit the property.
Freddy Fournet appeared before the Council to discuss the request for rezoning of property by J Ina from Agricultural (AG) Zoned District to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoned District. He stated that he is the spokesperson for Caffrey Subdivision residents, who are in opposition of the rezone. He discussed a similar situation in 2007 where a current council member was denied. He also expounded on possible ethics violation, a petition from residents in opposition that was submitted to the Planning & Zoning Commission, a petition from residents in opposition that was submitted to the Parish Council, possible conflict of interest, and suggested the Council seek an Attorney General’s opinion before further action is taken.
Jeffery Beverly appeared before the Council and stated that he has been a Certified Housing Counselor for over 35 years for HUD and an advocate to ensure everyone has an opportunity for housing. He stated his concern is he has never seen a process/rezone be approved by boards and then be denied. He stated another concern is to move fair housing forward and to stay focused on the process.
Ann Fournet Schexnayder ap- peared before the Council on behalf of her father, Jerry Fournet. She read a statement from her father regarding the opposition of the rezone of property by J Ina from Agricultural (AG) Zoned District to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoned District. She stated that most of the residents are op- posed to this rezoning and urg-ed the Council to not change the tranquility of the neighborhood.
Dr. Tanya Johnson stated that she is appearing before the Council as a mental health professional, school counselor, educator, advocate for children, and a proud member of this community. She stated that this proposal for an adolescence group home de- serves support, understanding, and compassion. She stated that from her experience, a group home is a place of healing that will be a structured, supervised environment with trained staff to help them learn life skills to become productive citizens.
Rev. Mathews stated that re- search and data shows that this is not a threat to the community. He stated that this proposal has been misrepresented and that this is not the same situation as what took place in 2007.
In response to Mr. Olander’s in- quiry, Legal Counsel, Morgan Guillory Bodin stated that ethical concerns will have to be submitted to the Ethics Board for an opinion.
Charmaine St. Germain, Hospital Avenue/Caffrey Subdivision resident appeared before the Council in opposition to Ordinance No. 2406. She stated that her concern is that the property was rezoned from Agricultural to Neighborhood Commercial District. She read the definition of Neighborhood Commercial District as stated in the Unified Development Code (UDC).
Alice Freeman, Cynthia Street/ Caffrey Subdivision resident ap- peared before the Council in opposition to Ordinance No. 2406. She stated that her concern is that the property was re- zoned from Agricultural to Neighborhood Commercial District and will not serve the needs of the neighborhood as per the Unified Development Code (UDC).
Maria Lydia Longman, Hospital Avenue/ Caffrey Subdivision resident appeared before the Council in opposition to Ordinance No. 2406.
Sue Bodin, Cynthia Street/ Caffrey Subdivision resident appeared before the Council in opposition to Ordinance No. 2406. She stated that her concern is that the property was rezoned from Agricultural to Neighborhood Commercial District and that this type of zoning should not be in the middle of a neighborhood as described in the Unified Development Code (UDC).
Mr. Olander re- quested to move up Item 13C, “ Referred from the October 22, 2025, Regular Council Meeting – FOR ADOPTION – VETOED - An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Rezonings (Zoning Map Amendments). (J Ina) (HRC section 2-13C: readopt the ordinance by the favorable vote of at least three fourths of its membership).”
Per Mr. Oland-er’s inquiry, Legal Counsel, Morgan Guillory Bodin stated that nine votes of the Council are needed. She stated that a yes vote would be to adopt the ordinance and a no vote would be to reject the ordinance.
Discussion was had relative to whether Mr. Ina could vote because this is regarding property he owns. Discussion was also had relative to seeking an ethics opinion and time frame and process to be reposed to the Council and placed on the agenda.
After discussion, Rev. Mathews moved that the following Vetoed Or- dinance be adopted. Mr. Olander seconded the mo- tion, which failed by the following 6-4-0-1 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Ina, Hill, Hebert, Davis, Du- hon, and Mathews
NAYS: Olander, Rulf, Adams, and Rink
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Hidalgo
Mr. Ina read a statement thanking everyone for their support and expounded on the rezone process he followed to rezone his property located at 603 Sycamore Street, Franklin, from Agricultural Zoned District to Neighborhood Commercial District. He also expounded on the rezone request that was approved by the Planning & Zoning Commission, the ordinance adopted by the Parish Council, then vetoed by the Parish President, and failure to overturn the veto. He stated that he will research ethics and has decided to move forward with an alternate business plan that is compliant with the Unified Development Code (UDC).
Parish President, Sam Jones expounded on petitions that were submitted from residents in opposition.
Chief Administrative Officer, Paul J. Governale, submitted his re- port for a three (3) week period, ending November 12, 2025. He also submitted a report from Tim Matte, St. Mary Parish Levee District Director, on the status of TE-168, Pump Station No. 4, Pump Station No. 9, Pump Station No. 8, Pump Station No. 6, and GIS.
Mr. Governale expounded on Item 2 of his report relative to a resolution regarding a 5% increase for Tipping Fees at the Landfill, effective December 1, 2025. He also expounded on a resolution ap- proving and authorizing the Parish President to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement relative to a State Capital Outlay Grant to construct a new fire station for Fire Protection District No. 11 and he also informed of the Fire Insurance Rating and im- proved classification for Fire Protection District No. 7.
Planning & Zoning Director, Mandi LeBlanc presented the following items as recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission at their October 20, 2025, Regular Meeting:
a. Recommend Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Approval –
Name: Beverly Rentrop
Address: 5262 Hwy 182, Patterson, LA
Parcel Id# Parcel Id# 2684361005.00. 2.06 Ac Por 3.59 Ac Being Rem No. 1 Clarfa & Anthony Boudreaux Part Per Plat 7q 81957 Situated in Sec 54 T15S R11E Acq. 22F 181030 and Parcel Id# 2684341002.00, Sec.55 T15S R11E; 1.53 Ac Por 3.59 Ac Being Rem No. 1 Clarfa & Anthony Boudreaux Part Per Plat 7q 81957. Situated in Sec 55 T15S R11E Acq 22F 181030
Zoned: Agricultural (AG) Zoned District
PURPOSE: as shown on a plat titled “Plan of Land showing re- subdivision of a portion of Lot #1 in Clarfa & Anthony Boudreaux Subdivision as Per C.O.B. 7Q, Entry 81,957 property of Beverly B. Rentrop Et Al, being Tracts (ABCDHFEA), (FGHIJKF), (IJKLMNOPI) and (CQRZZ’OPIHDC) situated in: Section 54, T15S R 11E St. Mary Parish, Louisiana Scale: 1’=80’, date: January 13, 2008.”
b. Recommend Rezoning –
Name: E&F Property Holdings LLC
Address: 21218 Hwy 182, Jeanerette, LA
Parcel Id# 1785101050.00 -Lot Bd Teche - Thornton - Hwy 90 - Proctor situated Sec 42 T13S R8E Acq 468 345667 and -Parcel Id# 1785101049.00 - Lot Bd Teche - Thornton - Hwy 90 - Proctor situated Sec 42 T13S R8E Acq 468 345667
PURPOSE: Rezone from Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District.
Mrs. LeBlanc stated that this request is pending Board of Adjustments approval to deviate from the required front and rear lot width.
c. Recommend Rezoning –
Name: Hope He- bert
Address: 1732 Hwy. 83, Franklin, LA
Parcel Id# Parcel Id# 1964861034.00 - Lot 1-C Shirley Rodriquez Heirs Partition Per Plat 327 323565 Acq 346 326515
PURPOSE: Rezone from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District to place a manufactured home on the property.
Referred from Planning & Zoning Commission at their June 16, 2025, Regular Meeting:
a. Recommend Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Approval –
Name: Marc Kuhlman Jr.
Address: 626 Desonier Rd., Jeanerette, LA 70544
Parcel Id# 1874924042.00- Sec. 69 T13S R8E;
Lot Tract a Per Plat 38y 252710 also desc as Tract
CDQMNPC Acq 455 343452 Improvement
Pending: Lot Area Variance ap- proval from the Board of Adjustments meeting July 7, 2025
Zoned: Agricultural (AG) Zoned District
PURPOSE: as shown on a plat titled “Plan of Land showing a portion of Tract “A” as per COB 38Y, Entry No. 252,710 to be Subdivided into Tract “A-1” Situated in: Section 69, T 13 S – R 8 E St. Mary Parish, Louisiana Southwestern Land District” as drawn by Miller Engineers & Associates, Inc. Engineers & Land Surveyors, dated May 14, 2025, DWG. No. 15225.
Mrs. LeBlanc stated that the Planning & Zoning Commission ap- proved this request with a conditional variance to deviate from the fire hydrant requirement due to the area only having access to water wells. She stated that she spoke with Chief Clarence Clark, Fire Protection District No. 11, who stated that their fire trucks are capable of holding the volume of water needed.
Rev. Mathews recommends the above Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Approvals for Beverly Rentrop and Marc Kuhlman. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
Rev. Mathews recommends the above Rezoning Approvals for E&F Property Holdings, LLC and Hope Hebert. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Hebert mov-ed that the Public Hearing Report, October 22, 2025, at 5:45 p.m. be approved. Mr. Hill seconded the mo- tion, which carried.
Mr. Hill inform-ed that the Marine Corps Band will be performing at the Municipal Auditorium in Morgan City on December 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Mr. Hebert congratulated J. P. Henry as the newly appointed Berwick Police Chief.
Mr. Olander in- troduced the following Ordinances:
ORDINANCE
NO.
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).
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
EXHIBIT “A”
Name: E&F Property Holdings LLC
Address: 21218 Hwy 182, Jeanerette, LA
Parcel Id# 1785101050.00 -Lot Bd Teche - Thornton - Hwy 90 - Proctor situated Sec 42 T13S R8E Acq 468 345667 and -Parcel Id# 1785101049.00 - Lot Bd Teche - Thornton - Hwy 90 - Proctor situated Sec 42 T13S R8E Acq 468 345667
PURPOSE: Re- zone from Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zon-ed District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District.
ORDINANCE
NO.
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).
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
EXHIBIT “A”
Name: Hope Hebert
Address: 1732 Hwy. 83, Franklin, LA
Parcel Id# Parcel Id# 1964861034.00 - Lot 1-C Shirley Rodriquez Heirs Partition
Per Plat 327 323565 Acq 346 326515
PURPOSE: Re- zone from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zon-ed District to place a manufactured home on the property.
ORDINANCE
NO.
An Ordinance declaring multiple tax adjudicated properties as surplus property and authorize the Parish to proceed with the process for advertising and sale of such adjudicated properties.
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
EXHIBIT “A”
PARCEL NUMBER; PROPERTY ADDRESS; TAX ASSESSMENT
2234681267.00; 803 ST JOHN ST; 2010-16922
2234681462.00; 803 ST JOHN ST; 2010-16922
2864401188.00; 0 0 CREMO; 2004-5442
2864401189.00; 168 CREMO; 2004-5442
3164321109.00; 207 JEDDO ST; 2006-20641
3164321110.00; 213 JEDDO ST; 2006-20641
3224341639.00; 937 SHORT ST; 1987-3153
1905041032.00; 19715 HWY 182; 2011-80
2114821090.00; 999 N/A; 2011-21865
2234721169.00; 320 TALBOT ST; 2011-16425
2894261110.00; 517 KIRCH-CLAUSEN RD; 2011-6195
3224341526.00; 122 MOUNT ST; 2011-12212
1905041077.00; 420 SORRELL RD; 2012-409
1905041119.00; 20021 HWY 182 W; 2012-1041
2234701645.00; 705 CARL C FOULCARD DR; 2012-17335
2234721569.00; 1046 EAGLE ST; 2012-16860
2324761080.00; 145 FOX LN; 2012-3079
2234701415.00; 705 CARL C FOULCARD DR; 2012-17335
2324741089.00; 104 MADISON ST; 2012-3322
1634684073.00; 0 FREETOWN RD; 2012-1980
2864381026.00; 401 PARADISE LN; 1988-9078
2234721163.00; 313 TALBOT ST; 2012-14909
2234701467.00; 1500 WALNUT ST; 2010-16806
3134301120.00; 2185 RIVER RD; 2013-587
1844881012.00; 113 JOSEPHINE LN; 2014-25620
2174961008.00; 104 BENNETT LN; 2010-136
1905041118.00; 20017 HWY 182; 2011-1208
2864341137.00; 517 VAUGHN ALY; 2013-22412
2864361095.00; 1712 FERN ST; 2013-18035
2234701168.00; 1014 EAGLE ST; 2006-14740
2114841109.00; 117 COLLINS ST; 2015-29689
2264741097.00; 306 CYPRESS ST; 2017-18354
2264741098.00; 306 CYPRESS ST; 2017-18354
3194381326.00; 706 MARSHALL ST; 2015-24145
1754604041.00; 0 FREETOWN RD II; 2013-3154
2894281019.00; 208 HENRY ST; 2017-11902
2234681096.00; 515 ONEAL CHUBE ST; 2015-2839
Mr. Olander moved that the following Ordinances, Items 13A and 13B, be adopted. Mr. Hill seconded the motion.
In response to Dr. Rink’s inquiry relative to Item 13A, the State’s mandate to establish a reconnection time frame for the Americans with Disabilities Act, Clerk of the Council, Lisa Morgan stated that she would have to research.
After discussion, Mr. Olander moved to adopt the following Ordinances, with the amendment of Item 13A/Ordinance No. 2413, to remove section “J- If a technical problem arises that impairs the ability of the disabled member of the public to participate in the meeting, the meeting shall be recessed until the problem is resolved. If the technical issue is not resolved within one (1) hour, the meeting shall be adjourned, and the Chairperson will use all reasonable means to notify all participants of that fact.” Mr. Hill seconded the motion, which carried by the following 9-0-0-2 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, and Ina
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Hidalgo and Mathews
ORDINANCE
NO. 2413
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A POLICY GOVERNING THE REQUIREMENTS OF LOUISIANA REVISIED STATUTE 42:14(E)TO ALLOW FOR ANY MEMBER OF THE PULBIC WITH A DISABILITY RECOGNIZED BY THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITES ACT OR THEIR DESIGNATED CARE GIVER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETINGS OF THE ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL REMOTELY BY TELECONFERENCING AND PROVIDING FOR ALL OTHER MATTERS RELATED THERETO.
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
ORDINANCE
NO. 2414
An ordinance authorizing the President of St. Mary Parish to execute a lease agreement between St. Mary Parish and State of Louisiana, Division of Administration.
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
Mr. Hill moved that the following Resolutions be adopted. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried by the following 9-0-0-2 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Ina, and Olander
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Hidalgo and Mathews
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Title 2 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950 provides that cities, towns, parishes, and other political subdivisions of this State may separately or jointly acquire, establish, construct, expand, own, lease, control, equip, improve, maintain, operate, regulate, and police airports and landing fields for the use of aircraft; and,
WHEREAS, the State of Louisiana, Department of Transportation and Development, Division of Aviation (formerly the LA DOTD-OAPT) is charged by Title 2 with the responsibility for the development of aviation facilities within the State to foster air commerce and to safeguard the interests of those engaged in all phases of the aviation industry and of the general public; and,
WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Government hereinafter referred to as “Sponsor,” has completed an FAA and DOTD ap- proved Master Plan, Action Plan, and/or Airport Layout Plan which outlines the specific future development of the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport; and, the Sponsor is desirous of implementing a portion of the approved Plan recommendations which provide for the critically needed im- provements as stated below to substantially im- prove the safety and usability of the Airport, but does not have sufficient funds of its own required for completing the needed improvements; and,
WHEREAS, the LA DOTD, Division of Aviation is authorized by Title 2 to expend funds for the construction or enlargement of airports for the safety and advancement of aeronautics;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED:
SECTION I
That the Sponsor does hereby formally request that the LA DOTD, Division of Aviation provide funds required to complete the airport improvements at the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport specifically as described in the Capital Improvement Program Application for State Financial Assistance dated October 31, 2025.
SECTION II
That the said LA DOTD, Division of Aviation be and is hereby assured that all necessary servitudes, rights-of-way, rights of ingress and egress and means thereof will be furnished by the Sponsor and the titles thereto will be valid and indefeasible, and that the Sponsor will assume ownership, financial reporting, and complete responsibility for the maintenance and up- keep of the airport after completion of said improvement.
SECTION III
That the Sponsor will save and hold the said LA DOTD, Division of Aviation, its officers, agents, and employees harmless from any liability or claim for damages arising out of the project, including death or injuries to third parties including, but not limited to, liability or claim for damages out of the negligence of said LA DOTD, Division of Aviation, its officers, agents, or employees, and expressly agrees to defend any suit of any nature brought against the LA DOTD, Division of Aviation as a re- sult of this project.
SECTION IV
That the Parish President of the Sponsor be and is hereby authorized and directed to evidence this agreement by affixing his signature at the place provided therefore on this resolution and on subsequent related documents/agreements as re- quired by the rules and regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration and the State of Louisiana and the Clerk is hereby authorized to attest said execution.
SECTION V
That this resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 12th day of November 2025.
APPROVED:
s/g KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.
KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.,
VICE
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
s/g Lisa C.
Morgan
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
RESOLUTION
Resolution ap- proving and authorizing the Parish President of St. Mary to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement with St. Mary Parish Fire Protection District No. 11 relative to the State Capital Outlay Grant to construct a new fire station.
BE IT RESOLV-ED, that Sam Jones, President of the Parish of St. Mary, be and he is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the Parish Council, to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement with St. Mary Parish Fire Protection District No. 11 relative to the State Capital Outlay Grant to construct a new fire station., with said contract to contain such terms, conditions, and stipulations as he may best see fit, he being fully authorized in the premises.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 12th day of November 2025.
APPROVED:
s/g KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.
KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.,
VICE
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
s/g Lisa C.
Morgan
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
RESOLUTION
A resolution to establish the cost per ton for the disposal of solid waste delivered and ac- cepted by the Parish of St. Mary, in accordance with the Solid Waste Disposal Agreement between the St. Mary Parish Council, the Cities of Morgan City, Franklin and Patterson and the Towns of Baldwin, and Berwick, Louisiana.
BE IT RESOLV-ED, that in accordance with Paragraph (a) of Section VI of the Solid Waste Disposal Agreement enter-ed into by the St. Mary Parish Council, and the Cities of Morgan City, Franklin and Patterson and the Towns of Baldwin and Berwick, Louisiana, and recorded in Book 20-G of Conveyances, Entry No. 196,347, the cost per ton of solid waste delivered to and accepted by the Parish of St. Mary at the Harold J. “Babe” Landry Solid Waste Reduction and Resource Re- covery Facility and the West End Pick Up Station shall be $61.00.
BE IT RESOLV-ED, that in accordance with the Order issued by the Louisiana De- partment of Environmental Quality authorizing the Commencement of Operations of the Construction and Demolition Debris Landfill at the Harold J. “Babe” Landry Landfill the cost per ton for disposal of Construction and Demolition Debris delivered to and accepted by the Parish of St. Mary shall be $55.50.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that in accordance with the Permit issued by the Louisiana De- partment of Environmental Quality for Standard Solid Waste Type I at the Harold J. “Babe” Landry Landfill the cost per ton for disposal of Industrial Waste delivered to and accepted by the Parish of St. Mary shall be $79.00.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RE- SOLVED, that these cost per ton shall be effective December 1, 2025.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 12th day of November 2025.
APPROVED:
s/g KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.
KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.,
VICE
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
s/g Lisa C.
Morgan
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING AN ADVISORY OPINION FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council seeks to receive clarification regarding St. Mary Parish President’s responsibility to administer budgets and fund allocations as adopted by St. Mary Parish Council and prescribed in local sales tax election call; and
WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council declares that it is necessary and desirable and in the best interest of the citizens and taxpayers of St. Mary Parish that certain questions regarding the procedure to accomplish the desired action described above be posed to the Office of the Attorney General for the State of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council declares that it is necessary and desirable and in the best interest of the citizens and taxpayers of St. Mary Parish that this opinion be acted upon in an appropriate manner.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED by the St. Mary Parish Council in a duly conveyed session on November 12, 2025 voted formally to approve this resolution allowing Chairperson Gwendolyn Hidalgo to seek an opinion from the Attorney General’s of- fice regarding St. Mary Parish President’s responsibility to administer budgets and fund allocations as adopted by St. Mary Parish Council and prescribed in local sales tax election call.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 12th day of November 2025.
APPROVED:
s/g KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.
KRISTI
PREJEANT RINK, M.D.,
VICE
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
s/g Lisa C.
Morgan
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
OLD BUSINESS:
A. Liz Murrill, Attorney General has written in reference to the opinion request dated October 8, 2025 – “I acknowledge receipt of your letter addressed to Attorney General Liz Murrill, re- questing an opinion from this office. It is the policy of the Attorney General that any opinion request submitted by a member or officer of a governing authority, or its counsel, must be pursuant to a resolution duly adopted by the authority seeking or otherwise approving the re- quest. Therefore, before this Office can respond to your transmittal of October 8, 2025, a resolution in the foregoing particulars from the St. Mary Parish Council is needed. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Dana L. Marcotte, Office Manager, Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 has written – the term of our Board Member Mr. Junius P. Hebert and Mr. Graig Pellerin will expire in November of 2025. The Board of Commissioners of Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 would like to recommend that these two Board Members be re-appointed to this Drainage District for another term of four years.
B. Robbie Squires, Director of Government Af- fairs, Cox Communications Central Region has email-ed – As you know, Cox is required to obtain permission from local broadcast stations and cable networks to provide their signals on our channel lineup. We’re in discussions to renew agreements with programmers and broadcasters: Cine Sony Channel 279 and Sportsman Channel 258.
If we are unable to reach a new agreement by the expiration dates, these networks can prevent us from including their stations in our lineup.
We will keep you updated with any new information. Please feel free to contact me at (405) 286-5061 or Robbie.Squires@cox.com.
C. Appointments to the following Boards and Commissions:
Atchafalaya Golf Course Commission – 1 Vacancy
Douglas Streety, Jr. Randy Bijeaux
Mr. Rulf moved that this item be tabled for 30 days. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried.
Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 2 (Amelia) – 5 Vacancies
No applications received.
Lisa Morgan stated that a late applicant was re- ceived from Paul Rappmundt after the deadline.
Mr. Duhon mov-ed to table this item to a time uncertain. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
Drainage District No. 6 (Amelia) – 1 Vacancy
No applications received.
Mr. Duhon mov-ed to table this item to a time uncertain. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried.
Fire Protection District No. 7 (Bayou Vista) – 3 Vacancies
Alvin Metrejean – Present Member, Martin Dehart – Present Member
Mr. Hill moved that Alvin Metrejean and Martin Dehart be reappointed to Fire Protection District No. 7 . Mr. Adams seconded the mo- tion, which carried.
There being no further business, Mr. Hill moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
s/g Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.
Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.,
Vice Chairperson
s/g Lisa C. Morgan
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk

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PUBLIC NOTICE
ADVISORY BUDGET/FINANCE
COMMITTEE REPORT
NOVEMBER 12, 2025
FRANKLIN,
LOUISIANA
5:00 P.M.
The Advisory Budget/Finance Committee met on this date with Chairman Craig Mathews presiding and the following members present: J Ina, Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick J. Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., Mark A. Duhon, Dean S. Adams, Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D., and Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo.
Also present were Parish President Sam Jones, Chief Administrative Officer Paul Governale, and Director of Finance Desiree Gros.
The Invocation was pronounced by Mr. Ina and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Duhon.
OLD BUSINESS:
A. Review and action relevant to current period financial statements and approv-ed budgets for FY 2024-2025.
In response to Mr. Hill’s inquiry relative to how much of the 3/10% Sales Tax Funds were used for Kemper Williams Park, Mr. Governale stated that the match funding has been budgeted for two (2) years but has not been used yet.
Mr. Governale expounded on revenues, anticipated revenues, repair cost and condition of the Harold J. “Babe” Landry Landfill equipment, grass cutting, and employee retention.
In response to Mr. Duhon’s inquiry, Mr. Governale stated that there is a sales tax that funds the jail and that $1.4 million was received from the Amelia Belle Casino. He also stated that he has been in contact with a representative from Amelia Belle Casino to discuss the term agreement, which is currently 10 years.
B. Referred from October 22, 2025, Regular Council Meeting - Discussion and action relative to certain administrative budgetary actions. (Rev. Mathews)
Rev. Mathews stated that after he reviewed the requested information, no action needs to be taken.
C. Referred from August 13, 2025, Advisory Budget/Finance Committee Meeting - St. Mary Community Action Agency has submitted their pre-application requesting funds for Program Year 2026. Funding Re- quest $69,500.00. (Transportation Funds - $45,500.00 and Elderly Nutrition - $24,000.00)
Rev. Mathews reported on a meeting he attended to- day regarding Rural Transit Transportation and a possible study to access efficiency and effectiveness and to maintain access to transportation in rural communities. He recommended the Council find the resources to fund this transportation request.
Mr. Duhon stated that elderly nutrition is needed and he recommends supporting the funding re- quest of $24,000 and also supports the Transportation Funding request of $45,500 for Community Action Agency.
In response to Mr. Olander’s in- quiry relative to the 25% cut for entities, Mr. Governale stated that there was a 25% cut and referred to pages 26 and 27 of the 2026 Proposed Budget that shows the 25% cut for St. Mary Community Action Transportation Funds, which would be $34,125 and $9,000 for Elderly Nutrition for the Baldwin area and $9,000 for Elderly Nutrition for the Morgan City area.
Rev. Mathews informed that Chief Executive Officer, Almetra Franklin will be retiring in December 2025 and that Jeffrey Beverly will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer.
Per Mr. Governale’s inquiry relative to whether Community Action has approached any municipalities for help with funding, Rev. Mathews stated that would be a discussion worth having but that their allocations should en- hance the Parish’s allocation.
Council on Ag- ing, Beverly Do- mengeaux appear-ed before the Council to represent the seniors of St. Mary Parish. She stated that the only transportation St. Mary Parish has is provided by Community Action, Council on Aging, and Center of Hope. She asked the Council to consider giving back to the seniors in the community.
In response to Mr. Duhon’s inquiry, Mrs. Domen-geaux stated that each meal has in- creased to $7.68 and that they deliver meals to 312 seniors. She also stated that she receives funding from some municipalities.
Mr. Governale informed that the Council on Aging’s 2026 Proposed Budget is $33,750, with the 25% cut(page 18.)
Rev. Mathews stated that Community Action is asking to restore the original funding amount, not request an additional amount.
Mr. Duhon mov-ed to recommend to the Parish Council to accept the St. Mary Community Action Agency’s proposal at 100% at the funding level of $69,500, ending December 31, 2026. Mr. Hill seconded the motion, which carried. Mr. Olander voted no, Mr. Adams ab- stained, and Mrs. Hidalgo was ab- sent.
Jeffery Beverly appeared before the Council in support of the allocation requests for Community Action Agency. He stated that the request was to be funded at 100% for the 2026 Budget.
Discussion was had relative to what fund this allocation will come from and the use of Wards 5 & 8 Sales Tax Fund.
In response to Mr. Duhon’s inquiry, Mr. Governale stated that it is ap- proximately $16,800 to fund Transportation and Elderly Nutrition at 100%.
D. Referred from the August 27, 2025, Regular Council Meeting - St. Mary Parish 4-H Shooting Sports has submitted their pre-application requesting funds for Program Year 2025. Funding Request $6,000.00.
After discussion, Mr. Hill moved to recommend to the Parish Council to approve an allocation in the amount of $6,000 to St. Mary Parish 4-H Shooting Sports for the Program Year 2025. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Review proposed 2026 Budget and Five-Year Capital Outlay.
Discussion was had relative to Road Funding, Ad Valorum Taxes, Road Royalty, debt payments, replacement of the scale and cost of equipment maintenance at the Berwick Landfill, methane gas agreement at the Berwick Landfill, FEMA claims relative to Hurricane Francine, Solar Farm Funding, repair costs and sale of Fairview Treatment Center.
Mr. Hill moved to recommend to remove the Wax Lake East Sewer System Improvements line item out of the 2026 Proposed Budget, budgeted at $500,000, Wards 5 & 8 area, Fund 125 (page 42). Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried. Messer’s Olander, Rulf, Adams, and Dr. Rink voted no. Mrs. Hidalgo was absent.
Discussion was had relative to the Capital Outlay request for Fire Protection District No. 11 and that $500,000 is needed for completion of the new fire station. Mr. Governale stated that a cooperative en- deavor agreement is on the Parish Council agenda tonight and that plans are at the State level for review.
There being no further business, Mr. Hill moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
S/G CRAIG MATHEWS
CRAIG MATHEWS,
CHAIRMAN
ADVISORY BUDGET/FINANCE COMMITTEE

PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING REPORT
NOVEMBER 12, 2025
FRANKLIN,
LOUISIANA
5:45 P.M.
The St. Mary Parish Council held a Public Hearing on this date with Vice Chairperson Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. presiding and the following members present: Rev. Craig Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., Mark Duhon, and Dean Adams. Absent was Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo.
The purpose of the Public Hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following Ordinances:
An Ordinance establishing a policy governing the requirements of Louisiana Revised Statue 42:14(E) to allow for any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or their designated care giver to participate in the meetings of the St. Mary Parish Council remotely by teleconferencing and providing for all other matters related thereto.
An Ordinance authorizing the President of St. Mary Parish to execute a lease agreement be- tween St. Mary Parish and State of Louisiana, Division of Administration. (Grand Avoille Cove Boat Landing)
There were no written and/or oral comments received regarding the proposed ordinances.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
s/g Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.
Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.,
Vice Chairperson
s/g Lisa C. Morgan
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. Dec. 5, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING REPORT
NOVEMBER 12, 2025
FRANKLIN,
LOUISIANA
5:50 P.M.
The St. Mary Parish Council held a Public Hearing on this date with Vice Chairperson Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. presiding and the following members present: Rev. Craig Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., Mark Duhon, Dean Adams, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. Absent was Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo.
The purpose of the Public Hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following 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). (J Ina)
Clerk of the Council, Lisa Morgan stated that she received a peti-tion list of citizens in opposition to the rezoning of 603 Sycamore Street in Franklin from Agricultural to Neighborhood Commercial that has been submitted to the Council.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
s/g Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.
Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.,
Vice Chairperson
s/g Lisa C. Morgan
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. Dec. 5, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
St. Mary Parish Wards 5 & 8 Joint Sewer Commission
P. O. Box 181
Berwick, La 70342
MINUTES
November 3, 2025
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Stewart at 6:00 PM.
Present: Karen Sehon, Marcey Carmouche, Brandon Monceaux, Calvin Sanders, Sr., Matthew Kidder, Michael Stewart, Billy dan Morgan (Morgan’s Construction), Pam and Larry Fromenthal (Fromental Plumbing), Howard Castay (Daily Review), Hannah Orgeron, CJ Franklin (Providence Engineering), and David Hill (St Mary Parish Councilman).
Mr. Stewart ask-ed if anyone had a public comment. No comment.
The board went over the minutes of the previous month’s meeting. Mr. Kidder moved to disburse the reading of the minutes and accept. Mr. Monceaux seconded the motion. All in favor – I.
The board then went over the treasurer’s report. Mr. Kidder motioned to approve the treasurer’s report and sign checks if all are in order. Mr. Monceaux seconded the motion. Some bills are being held or split since the increase in expense. All in favor – I.
Mr. Stewart motioned rescinding Mr. Cooper’s resignation. Mr. Monceaux consulted Mr. Duplantis prior to the meeting. Upon advisement, we must rescind Mr. Cooper’s resignation since it was accepted last meeting. Mr. Kidder motion-ed to rescind Mr. Cooper’s resignation. Mr. Kyle seconded the motion. All in favor – I. Mr. Monceaux motion-ed to reinstate Mr. Cooper. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion. All in favor – I. Mr. Cooper is reinstated.
Mr. Stewart mentioned the nomination and election of new officers due to ex- ception and reinstatement of Mr. Cooper. Mr. Monceaux nominated Mr. Stewart as president. Motion made by Mr. Monceaux to elect Mr. Stewart as president. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion. All in favor – I. Mr. Stewart nominated Mr. Kyle as vice president. Mr. Kyle declined. Mr. Ste-wart nominated Mr. Monceaux as vice president. Mr. Monceaux declin-ed. Mr. Cooper does not have in- terest in being an officer currently. Mr. Kyle reconsidered and accepted the nomination. Mr. Kidder mo- tioned to elect Mr. Kyle as vice president. Mr. Monceaux seconded the motion. All in favor – I. Mr. Stewart is the president, and Mr. Kyle is vice president.
Mrs. Orgeron with Providence Engineering asked about the discharge reports are delayed in filing since June. She needs an explanation to have documented for future questions. These reports need to be done monthly. Mr. Orgeron will go to the plant on Friday to set up Mr. Sanders in the DMR system. There are certain authorities needed in the operations to be able to sign. The president can sign. Mr. Stewart agreed to be a back-up signature. She has been in contact with HOH. Hoh has authority permissions. Providence does not have access to this. Mrs. Orgeron and Mr. Franklin need permission to ac- cess Hoh for DMR. Mr. Cooper mo- tioned to approve full access to Mrs. Orgeron and Mr. Franklin for DMR reports. Mr. Monceaux seconded the motion. Signatory authority is assigned per individual. Every board member can be set up as a signatory on DMR. Motion for all as signatory for DMR by Mr. Cooper. Mr. Kyle seconded the motion. Mr. Franklin recommended hierarchy – Mr. Sanders, President, and vice president. All in favor – I. Mr. Carmouche stated having issues with the system locking up. He will have them caught up tomorrow. Mr. Ste-wart wants proof tomorrow they are completed and up to date. Mr. Carmouche will send confirmation to the board. Mr. Stewart would like the president to be set up for notification for confirmations.
Mr. Stewart mentioned tracking the paperwork records to Mr. Sanders. Mr. Sanders worked with Mr. Cooper and Mr. Beadle worked with him. On Friday, Mrs. Orgeron will get him set up.
Mr. Stewart asked Mr. Carmouche about the computer. Mr. Carmouche stated he is working on his own personal computer. He will back up all documents in an external hard drive to turn over to Mr. Sanders. Mr. Stewart mentioned that all email addresses need to be worked. Mrs. Orgeron mentioned the delay in DMR filing will be documented in DMR system.
Mr. Franklin mentioned the grants. He went to the plant to assess and get a list of details of work needed. He ex- plained that grants work on open request. They fit the grant according to the request. He is working on what Wards is currently doing on site. The information needs to be submitted. The spreadsheet was a good start. He recommends a full assessment with a consultant. The engineer will submit a lot of information for the grant. The regional grants are only 2 per entity. Mr. Franklin spoke with Mr. Allain office to see current availability. He wants to set up a meeting with Mr. Allain, Mr. Jones, and Mr. Governale. He would like permission to set up a meeting and who would be available to attend. He needs to know who has ownership of each station on the property. We need to make sure we have agreements with the owners. Mr. Kyle asked about an agreement with Providence. Mrs. Orgeron will bring the scope of the agreement to the next meeting.
Mr. Sanders re- ported on the monthly maintenance. Station 6 replaced the flapper valve on the suction line, but this is just a patch. The check valve is frozen. He ordered 2 gate valves and 2 check valves on 10/21. They will be installed once they arrive. There is no new information on the aerator at the plant. They will consult with them about the projection for shutting one old aerator down. They have been doing weekly cleaning of the module. Station 2 suction line parts are in. The system needs up- grades on the suction line. C-900 pipe collapses a section in the middle of the pipe. Southern Chlorination came to the plant on 10/24; they were there most of the day. They replaced the regulators, lines, rotameter, and cracked parts. This is what was causing the fecal numbers to be erratic. They switched out the cracked parts, and everything was good.
Old/New business – Mr. Fromental reported the overhead crane at Station 6 needs to be back in operation. He would like to look at it to see what needs to be done for repair of the crane. Mr. Stewart asked for a general idea of cost without is- sues. There is quick a bit of patch work. Mr. Stewart asked for an idea of cost.
There is a 90- day period to try Starlink internet for the plant. Ther is a 50 GB plan for $65/month. Mr. Monceaux mo- tioned to get Starlink and the equipment for the plant. Mr. Cooper seconded the motion.
Regarding clerk/record keeping, Mrs. Sehon is not to hire a full-time person. She be- lieves that once new employees are hired and trained it will help Mr. Sanders. Mrs. Sehon suggested that Mrs. Orgeron help organize the record keeping and reports, since she has knowledge of them etc. She said she can help extra during this time. The board agrees to not change currently.
Mr. Sanders recommended hiring Mr. Olivier as a full-time employee. He recommended hiring Mr. Holloway as a part-time employee. Mr. Holloway needs to check out a few things. Mr. Sanders mentioned pay. If we can pay him what he needs part time, he is a good fit. He suggested $17.00/hr. for both employees. Mr. Olivier application has been emailed to the board prior to the meeting. He is seeking local employment. He has toured the plant etc. Mr. Holloway has knowledge of our plant and stations al- ready. Mr. Monceaux motioned hiring Mr. Olivier as a full-time employee. Mr. Cooper seconded the motion. All in favor – I. Mrs. Sehon requested a copy of his DL to get the process started. Once all is done, he will start with a 40-hour work week.
Mr. Stewart ask-ed Mr. Hill about the replacement for Mr. Kidder. Mr. Hill stated it has not been presented at the parish council meeting yet. It will be presented at the next meeting.
Mr. Stewart at- tended the City of Patterson meeting along with a few other board members this month. He attended to give an idea and update on Wards 5&8 operations. He will bring our reports and minutes to them in the future to keep them updated.
Next meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025.
Having no further business, Mr. Monceaux has mo- tioned to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Cooper seconded the motion.
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Chairperson
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Secretary/
Treasurer
Adv. Dec. 5, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
ST. MARY PARISH 9-1-1 COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT
Regular Board Meeting
1200 David Dr., Building B
Morgan City, LA 70380
November 20, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Interim Chairman, Mr. Travis M. Mayon opened November 20, 2025, regular meeting with the roll call. Mr. Jimmy Broussard, Mr. Garrett Grogan, Mr. Justin Martin, and Mr. Scott Verret were in attendance. Mr. Duval Arthur, III did not attend.
Mr. Martin made a motion to dispense with the reading of and to accept the October 23, 2025, minutes. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
Guest: NONE
Public Comment: NONE
The income statement for October 2025 was $100,030.04. Mr. Grogan made a motion to accept the income statement. Mr. Martin seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
The expense statement October 2025 was $68,136.95. Mr. Verret made a mo- tion to accept the expense statement. Mr. Grogan seconded the mo- tion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
A budget vs actual comparison was provided to the board for re- view.
Old Business: NONE
New Business:
Engagement with Kolder, Slaven, & Co. for the 2025 Audit: The Engagement Letter was provided for review. Mr. Grogan made a motion to accept the letter of en- gagement. Mr. Broussard seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
2026 Health Insurance: Members were provided with (3) three quotes for comparison. After a brief discussion, Mr. Broussard made a motion to retain the existing insurance policy. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
2026 Cost-of-Living Raises: A percentage comparison chart was provided for members to review. After a brief discussion. Mr. Broussard made a motion to table the discussion. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
Selection of Call Handling System: Three potential vendors submitted lease option quotes for a new 911 call handling system. After a brief discussion, Mr. Verret made a motion to select the 5-year lease option for the up- graded Intrado Viper system. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
2025 Budget Revision: Ms. Randle provided members with a copy of the 2025 revised budget. Following a brief discussion, Mr. Martin made a motion to accept the 2025 revised budget. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
2026 Budget Proposal: Ms. Randle introduced the 2026 projected budget. Following a thorough discussion, Mr. Broussard made a mo- tion to approve the 2026 budget proposal with adjustments for the cost of the upgraded Intrado Phone system lease, updated health insurance cost, and the inclusion of an annual maintenance contract for the split A/C unit. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
Director Up- dates:
Next month there will be an election of officers for Chairman and Vice Chairman.
The Christmas party will be held on December 18, 2025, at 5pm. All members are invited.
Ms. Randle re- minded members to complete annual Sexual Harassment, Cybersecurity, and Ethics course requirements before the end of the year.
Members were provided with Or- dinance No. 2385 regarding at least four (4) hours of training regarding duties, responsibilities, ethics, substance of their position, and Roberts Rules of Order for conducting meetings.
General Discussion:
There was a brief discussion regarding the monthly call volume/answer time report. A statement of incidents involving multiple ring calls was relayed to members.
Adjournment: Mr. Broussard made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Grogan seconded the mo- tion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
Approved:
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Mr. Travis Mayon,
Interim Chairman
Attest:
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Martha Randle,
Director
Adv. Dec. 5, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Ochsner St. Mary
Ochsner Medical Center St. Mary Infrastructure Im- provements
Sealed bids will be received for Ochsner Medical Center St. Mary Infrastructure Im- provements De- partment of Facilities Management, Attn: Craig Guillot, 1125 Marguerite St, Morgan City, La 70380, PROJECT NUMBER: 2511501 or via Central Auction House. A general description of the project is the to provide and install new 1250KW, 480V, 3-phase, diesel generator with sub base tank on new concrete slab. Provide and install new 3000A, 480V, 3-phase, NEMA 1, closed transition transfer switch. Intercept existing utility bus duct feed and reroute through new 3000A ATS. Provide and install new 1000A, 480V, 3-phase distribution panel to serve existing chillers. Provide and install new 1000A, 480V, 3-phase ATS to transfer power to new 1000A distribution panel. Provide and install new 1000A circuit breaker in existing switchboard MSB4NA to serve new 1000A distribution panel. Demolition of motor control center and reconnection of existing load to new 1000A distribution panel. Demolition of 400A ATS and extend load to new 1000A distribution panel. Demolition of 800A ATS and 800A panelboard serving chiller #1. Demolition of 800A panelboard serving chiller #2. Provide and install new 60A, 120/208V, 3-phase, NEMA 3R panel fed from new breaker in existing panel BD4N. The bid date will be Thursday December 18, 2025 at 10:00 am CST. Any bid received after this time will be returned unopen-ed.
The Contractor shall hold a Louisiana Contractor’s license in Electrical work. Each bid shall be accompanied by a bid bond, certified check or cashier’s check for an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total base bid. An executed affidavit must be submitted prior to bid award. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Complete Bid Documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from www.cityblueprint.com. Printed copies are not available from the Designer, but arrangements can be made to obtain them through most reprographic firms. Plan holders are responsible for their own re- production costs. Questions about this procedure shall be directed to the Designer at: YKH Consulting, LLC, 3701 Hessmer Ave, Metairie, LA 70002, PHONE (504) 264-5111, phogan@ykhconsulting.com and mreynolds@ykhconsulting.com. Bids may also be submitted electronically by going to www.centralauctionhouse.com. Contractors opting to submit an electronic bid will be required to register on the website and pay a one-time annual service fee for this service.
The successful bidder shall be required to furnish a performance and payment bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, in an amount equal to 100% of the contract amount. A MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING WILL BE HELD at 10:00 am on Thursday December 4, 2025 at Ochsner St. Mary Medical Center Maintenance of- fice, 1125 Marguerite St, Morgan City, LA 70380.
Adv. Nov. 21, 28 and Dec. 5, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, December 15, 2025, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
SPECIFIC USE REQUEST:
Specific Use Request by Bryan Rock represented by Kaitlyn Rock to allow for chickens and a rooster in an Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District located at 136 Mercury Rd, Morgan City, LA 70380; Sec 15 T15S R16E; - Parcel Id# 2984301055.00 – Lot 12-L Clarke Bayou Vista Subd Acq 136 297169. (Zon-1481)
St. Mary Parish Planning & Zoning Commission
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman

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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
LeBlanc &
Associates, LLC
Vs. No. 139765 Div “G”
Swiftships, LLC
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Writ of Fifa 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:
Non-exempt movable property: M/V RISEN SUN
United States Coast Guard Official No.: 1255897
Hull Identification No.: 9773105
Vessel Owner: Swiftships, LLC
Hailing Port: Morgan City, LA
Length: 182.9 feet
Breadth: 34 feet
Depth: 14.6 feet
Vessel Location: The Seacraft Shipyard, LLC, 3820 Lake Palourde Road, Amelia, LA 70340
to satisfy the sum of NINE HUNDRED SEVENTY-FOUR THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED TEN AND 97/100 ($974,910.97) DOLLARS, $194,431.73 in service charges of 1.5% per month on the outstanding amount, $50,000 in attorney’s fees and costs, for a total Judgment of $1,219,342.70 including post judgment interest at the rate of 4.25 percent per annum which will continue to accrue until the full judgment is collected and also, all costs, as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission
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 WITH appraisement 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 17th day of December A.D., 2025, between the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Friday, the 21st day of November A.D., 2025
GARY L.
DRISKELL,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. Dec. 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
WAX LAKE EAST DRAINAGE
DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING
November 4, 2025
6:00 p.m.
PATTERSON, LOUISIANA
The Wax Lake East Drainage District (“WLEDD”) met on this date at 6:00 p.m. with Chairman Wayne Cantrell presiding and the following members present: Chad Ross, William Hidalgo Jr., Bill Miller, Raymond Beadle, Chris Cooper, and Chris Begnaud.
Absent: N/A
Also present: Corey Aucoin, Supervisor, Barry Dufrene, Board Accountant and Jonathan Miller, Giroir Mud Boats.
Mr. Hidalgo moved that the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting, October 7, 2025, be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Cooper seconded the motion which carried.
Board reviewed prepared financial statements. Mr. Ross moved, and Mr. Beadle seconded a motion, which was carried, to accept the financial reports, payables report, authorize the Chairman to sign all necessary reports and to make all necessary transfers to cover payables for the month of November 2025.
Mr. Ross made a motion, of which Mr. Beadle seconded authorizing the Chairman to sign an engagement letter with auditors for the audit of financial records, which carried.
Mr. Hidalgo made a motion, of which Mr. Ross seconded authorizing the Chairman to sign an engagement letter of auditors for the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s “Statewide Agreed-Upon Procedures,” which carried.
Mr. Ross made a motion, which was seconded by Mr. Cooper and carried by the board to authorize the Chairman to sign the Louisiana Attestation Questionnaire for the annual audit for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025.
Mr. Hidalgo made a motion, seconded by Mr. Beadle and carried by the Board to approve 2026 regular meeting calendar.
There being no further business Mr. Cooper made a motion for adjournment. Mr. Beadle seconded the motion which carried.
Attest:
/s/ Wayne Cantrell,
Chairman
Wax Lake East Drainage District
/s/ Rhonda Patterson,
Secretary
Wax Lake East Drainage District
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PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF
BERWICK,
LOUISIANA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
MEETING
Public Meeting Date: December 9, 2025
Call to Order: 6:00 P.M.
Place: Council Meeting Room
3225 Third Street
Berwick, LA 70342
Prayer
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: James Richard, Kevin Hebert, Colleen Askew, Raymond Price & Lud Henry
Minutes from last meeting: November 11, 2025
Treasurer’s Re- port
Guests:
The Beacon Shines on:
Police Report:
Fire Report
Public Works Report
Consulting En- gineers Report
Committee Re- ports
PUBLIC HEARING
1. None
ORDINANCES – INTRODUCE/ADOPT
1. None
RESOLUTIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
1. None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Approve Liquor Licenses for 2025:
a. St. Mary Golf & Country Club
b. Ganaway’s #4
c. Country Club Express
d. One 80 Downtown
e. Hollywood Truck Plaza (Cash Magic)
f. Hollywood Plaza Casino (Cash Magic)
g. Stazione’s Deli Market
h. Bayou Lag-niappe Restaurant
i. Dollar General #13678
j. Cypress Lake Resort
k. The Old Building
2. Re-Appoint Janie Brashear to the Berwick Housing Authority Board
3. Sarah Gros – Carts of Christmas Cheer Parade Permit– December 20, 2025 – Country Club Estates
Adjournment
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Jamie Keith, Town Clerk, at (985) 384-8858, P.O. Box 486, Berwick, LA 70342 describing the assistance that is necessary.
Adv. Dec. 5, 2025

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