Public notices for Jan. 7, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
SECTION 001000 - LEGAL NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received by the St. Mary Parish Government until 10:00 a.m. (CST) on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at its office located at 500 Main St. Courthouse Building, 5th Floor, Franklin, Louisiana 70538, and shall at that time and place publicly open the bids and read them aloud for the:
ST. MARY PARISH GOVERNMENT
WIND RETROFIT & RE-ROOFING
911 CALL CENTER
ARCHITECT’S PROJECT NO. 15-183
Owner’s Information:
St. Mary Parish Government
500 Main St.
Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-4092
Architect’s Information:
Duplantis De- sign Group, PC
314 East Bayou Road
Thibodaux, LA 70301
Phone: (985) 447-0090
All bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope bearing legibly on the exterior, the following:
1. Job name and owner
2. Architect
3. Date
4. Contractor’s name, address, and license number
Bids can be submitted electronically at www.centralbidding.com.
Bid prices shall specifically EX- CLUDE any and all taxes whatsoever. Act 1029 of 1991 exempts’ local governments from state and local tax effective September 1, 1991. Bid prices shall include any shipping charges, if applicable. The appropriate tax exempt forms shall be provided to the successful bidder upon contract execution.
Each bid shall be accompanied by a bid security of NOT less than five (5%) percent of the total bid amount. Said amount shall be in the form of a Bid Bond, Certified Check, or Cashier’s check drawn on a bank insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation payable to the Terrebonne Port Commission. Failure to do so shall result in the bid/bids being de- clared nonresponsive and shall be cause for rejection. All bid bonds shall be accompanied by a duly authorized Power of Attorney. Any surety bond written for a public works project shall be written by a surety of insurance company currently on the U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Management Service list of approved bonding companies which is published annually in the Federal Register, or by a Louisiana domiciled insurance company with at least an A- rating in the latest printing of the A.M. Best’s Key Rating Guide to write individual Bonds up to 10% of policy holders’ surplus as shown in the A.M. Best’s Key Rating Guide, or by an insurance company that is either domiciled in Louisiana or owned by Louisiana residents and is licensed to write surety bonds.
The successful bidder shall be required to furnish the owner with a performance and payment bond for 100% of the contract amount prior to the issuance of a contract to perform the work. No bid maybe withdrawn for a period of 30 days after receipt of bids. The time of completion of this project is prime importance. All of the work required shall be completed within ninety (90) calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Should the Contractor neglect, refuse to complete the work or obtain approval from the State Fire Marshal’s Office for occupancy on the date above, the Owner shall have the right to deduct from and retain out of such moneys which may be due or which may be- come due and payable to the Contractor, the sum of $500.00 per calendar day for each and every day that such completion of the work is delayed beyond the prescribed dates, as liquidated damages and not as a penalty. If the amount due and to become due from the Owner to the Contractor is insufficient to pay in full any such liquidated damages, the Contractor shall pay the Owner the amount necessary to the effect such payment in full. Provided, however, that the Owner shall promptly notify the Contractor in writing of the manner the amount retained, deducted, or claim-ed as liquidated damages was computed.
A MANDATORY Pre-bid Conference will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the project site located at 1200 David Dr., Morgan City, Louisiana 70380. The architect shall pass around a sign-in sheet prior to beginning the formal presentation. The sign-in sheet shall have an area to fill in the name, company represented, email address, and indication of prime bidder for contractor bidding. The sign-in sheet shall be collected by the architect prior to the commencement of the presentation and shall announce that the contractors shall be ex- pected to stay for the entire meeting. Contractors shall not be allowed to sign the sign-in sheet after it is collected by the architect. Contractors who did not attend the entire pre-bid conference shall not be allowed to bid on bid day.
Bids must be submitted on the Louisiana Uniform Public Works Bid Form furnished with the Bidding Documents. All drawings, specifications and other Bidding Documents for the project are available on the internet at www.centralbidding.com. In accordance with L.R.S. 38:2212(D), Prime Bidders shall ob- tain an original set of electronic bidding documents from this web site in order to ensure proper receipt of addenda.
Complete Bid Documents are also available on compact disc at no charge for the bidding General Contractor at the office of the Architect. All bidding General Contractors must register as a plan holder at the Architect’s office in order to receive this free CD. The bidding General Contractors will receive the addenda from the Architect with the normal distribution process.
The Attention of Bidders is called particularly to the requirements for condition of em- ployment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract, Section 3, Segregated Facilities, Section 109, Executive Order 11246, and all applicable laws and regulations of the Federal government and State of Louisiana and bonding and insurance requirements.
Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2163 for the classification of BUILDING CONSTRUCTION.
A political subdivision upon receipt of bids for the undertaking of any public works contract shall act within forty-five (45) calendar days of such receipt to award said contract to the lowest responsible bidder or reject all bids in accordance with Louisiana Public Bid Law.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL AVIATION PLANNING, CIVIL
ENGINEERING, and RELATED SERVICES
Notice is hereby given that the St. Mary Parish Government is re- questing qualification statements from professional planning and engineering firms in- terested in performing certified planning and professional civil and related engineering services at the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport in Patterson, Louisiana. If funded, projects will be limited to Rehabilitation of Runway/Taxiway, Parking Lot Improvements, Rehabilitation of the North Apron, Edits to the Airport Layout Plan, and General Ad- ministration Services. Design and Implementation are generally de- pendent upon FAA and/or DOTD funding.
The selection process will be in accordance with FAA Advisory Circular 150/5100-14E and DOTD standards. In the execution of the work, the firm may be required to provide administrative services, ALP updates, cost estimates, grant management services, preliminary plans, final construction plans and specifications as well as to assist with construction administration. Firms interested in performing these services shall furnish a statement of qualifications on Federal Standard Form 330 (SF 330). A separate SF 330 shall be submitted by the prime for each sub consultant. Copies of FAA AC 150/5100-14E and SF 330 are attached to the RFQ Package and electronic versions are available from the FAA and DOTD Division of Aviation.
You may request the RFQ Package from Kaitlan Rivere, Federal & State Grants Ad- ministrator or Gary Hebert, Purchasing Agent by sending your company info and your contact info to krivere@stmaryparishla.gov or ghebert@stmaryparishla.gov.
The criteria and weighting factors to be used by the Sponsor in evaluating responses will be as follows:
1. Staff familiarity with current DOTD and FAA aviation planning, pavement, drainage, electrical, lighting, navaid, obstruction, air space, construction at public airports, and other applicable standards as well as experience in typical General Aviation projects with a value of 1 – 5 points.
2. Aviation planning, civil engineering, other re- lated staff experience (e.g., surveyors, inspectors, etc.), and grant acquisition and administration capabilities of key personnel to be assigned to the project with a value of 1 – 10 points. This experience should in- clude master planning; property and topographical surveys; runway, taxiway, and apron restriping; and/or other miscellaneous pavement improvements. Principals of firms with only administrative experience on aviation projects will not be counted as staff design experience and should not submit as such. Planners shall be AICP certified. En- gineers and surveyors shall have relevant professional licenses issued by the State of Louisiana.
3. Key personnel’s professional qualifications and experience and availability for the proposed project; their reputation and professional integrity and competence; and their knowledge of FAA regulations, policies, and procedures with a value of 1 – 5 points.
4. Familiarity with the development concerns of the Harry P. Williams Airport, the environs of the site, compliance issues, and an understanding of potential problems, and the sponsor’s special concerns with a value of 1 – 10 points.
5. History of assisting with the acquisition of FAA and DOTD aviation grant funds as well as other sources of funding for airfield im- provements (list airports, grant projects, and grant amounts) and the administration of same with a value of 1 – 10 points.
6. Firm size relative to the magnitude of typical general aviation projects similar to those listed, demonstrated ability to meet schedules and deadlines, and evidence to make good faith efforts to meet airport DBE goals with a value of 1 – 5 points.
7. Location of firm relative to airport with a value of 1 – 5 points.
8. Responsiveness to Request For Qualifications with a value of 1 – 5 points.
9. Maximum possible points are 55.
Firms with demonstrated ex- perience, competence, and qualifications pertinent to the requirements noted having sufficient technical, supervisory, and administrative personnel to ensure expeditious prosecution of work are desired for consideration. In responding to the items listed, it is important to be specific and concise and to assure that planning and design projects which are referred to as having been accomplished by your staff are projects which were accomplished by your personnel in- cluded in the SF 330.
The successful firm will be re- quired to execute a project specific agreement and, if a project is funded, a standard DOTD engineering services agreement in conformance with all Parish, DOTD, and FAA guidelines, standards, and assurances. The St. Mary Parish Government encourages participation by disadvantaged business enterprises in all bids and proposals to the extent possible. The Parish affords minority and women owned business enterprises full opportunity to submit an indication of interest in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against a firm on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, age, or national origin in awarding a contract.
The SF 330 (one original and three copies) shall be delivered to the office of the St. Mary Parish Government which is located at 500 Main St., 5th Floor Courthouse Bldg, Franklin, Louisiana 70538. Firms wishing to apply must submit a fully completed SF 330 as failure to provide all information requested may result in the submission being considered non-responsive, and the firm will not be given a total score in the evaluation process.
Statements of qualifications will be accepted until 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Questions re- garding this project should be presented to Mr. Gary Hebert, Purchasing Agent, at 337-828-4100, ext. 5010 or ghebert@stmaryparishla.gov
St. Mary Parish Government
Sam Jones
Parish President
Adv. Dec. 10 and 27, 2025 and Jan. 7, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE
December 29, 2025
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 14, 2026, 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 CALLING AN ELECTION IN ST. MARY PARISH TO SUBMIT TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS THE PROPOSED AMENDED HOME RULE CHARTER AS SUBMITTED BY THE ST. MARY PARISH HOME RULE CHARTER REVISION COMMISSION PURSUANT TO LA. R.S. 33:1395.1 AND ORDINANCE NO. 2371
In accordance with Act 393 of 2023 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council at 337-828-4100, Ext. 5050, describing the assistance that is necessary.
Your attendance will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Adv. Jan. 7, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE
December 29, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Council will hold a Public Hearing at 5:50 p.m. and will meet in Regular Session at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 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 of the St. Mary Parish Council condemning the im- provements consisting of the Plantation Inn Hotel, situated at 815 Highway 90, Parcel ID No. 2984281045.00-2984281004.00, as a result of same being in a dilapidated and dangerous condition which endangers the public welfare and ordering the demolition and removal of said improvements by the owner thereof within sixty days from the effective date of this Ordinance.
In accordance with Act 393 of 2023 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council at 337-828-4100, Ext. 5050, describing the assistance that is necessary.
Your attendance will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Adv. Jan. 7, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE
ST.MARY
PARISH
RECREATION DISTRICT NO.1
PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF ST. MARY PARISH RECREATION DISTRICT NO.1
The board of Commissioners of St. Mary Recreation District No.1 met in regular session on Monday December 15, 2025.
The meeting was called to order by Mrs. Melanie Butcher at 6:01pm.
Roll was called and those present were Commissioners, Mr. Timothy Aucoin, Mr. Shannon Boykin, Mrs. Melanie Butcher, Mr. Royal Young, Mr. Miguel Perez. Also in attendance was Manager Michael Beadle.
Two guests were in attendance CCHS Pete Boudreaux and Brent Hidalgo.
Approval of meeting minutes from November 17, 2025, regular session meeting. A motion to accept minutes as written was made by Mr. Shannon Boykin. A second was made by Mr. Timothy Aucoin. No discussion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
Treasury report and review of monthly bills. After discussion Mr. Shannon Boykin made a motion to pay bills. Mr. Timothy Aucoin made a second. All were in favor. Motion passed.
Old Business
CCHS contract Discussion on options on fees and terms were generally discussed. CCHS representatives asked questions on the upcoming season availability to all fields and doing field repairs at their expense. It was decided to keep tabled to work on official fees and stipulations. All were in favor to keep tabled.
Discussion on fencing repair work was brought up but manager needed more quotes to assess what repairs to be approved. All in favor to keep tabled.
Discussion and review of quotes by three companies on softwash cleaning services of exterior building. A motion was made by Mr. Shannon Boykin to award the job to Pristine Softwash for $2,600. A second was made by Mr. Timothy Aucoin. No further discussion. All were in favor. Motion carried.
Hiring of Board Secretary. General discussion of potential candidates of filling position. Will continue to look for someone to fill open position and keep manager Mike Beadle temporarily in place to handle until able to hire someone. All were in favor to keep tabled.
Discussion on Amelia Rec. #1 Policy & Procedure Handbook revisions. Asked Manager to provide all job duties and descriptions on positions. Also asked manager to come up with an additional hours plan/schedule needed for after-hours security and locking outside bathrooms as needed. All in favor to keep tabled.
Rec Employee evaluation. After discussion it was decided to keep tabled till next meeting. All in Favor
New Business
Managers Re- port. Michael Beadle gave an update on projects, equipment, grass cutting, personnel and the need to purchase cardio equipment to re- place the old broken equipment. It was asked of the Manager to create a minor waiver form to use facility. Manager asked for $2,500 spending budget for equipment. Mrs. Melanie Butcher made a motion to ap- prove. Second made by Mr. Shannon Boykin. All were in favor
Mr. Young made motion to adjourn. Motion was seconded by Mr. Aucoin. All in Favor.
Meeting Ad- journed.
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Board
Chairperson
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MIKE BEADLE
MANAGER
Adv. Jan. 7, 2026
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