Public notice for May 14, 2025

Patterson: The Water We Drink
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PUBLIC NOTICE
ST. MARY PARISH WATER & SEWER COMMISSION NO. 1
834 WATERWORKS ROAD
P.O. BOX 309
AMELIA, LA. 70340
REGULAR SESSION
APRIL 2, 2025
The Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Water & Sewer Commission No. 1 met in regular session on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, and was held at the office in Amelia, Louisiana at 6:00 P.M.
The President, Kenneth Mire called the meeting to order.
The President performed a roll call.
Board members present: Charles Walters, Leroy Trim, Oscar Toups, Carla Gagliano, and Kenneth Mire.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present.
Others present: Brian Tabor, Larry Barras, and Jane Aucoin
Public Comment/Appearances: Donna Comeaux, Notary
A motion was made by Carla Gagliano and seconded by Charles Walters to move Item VIII B (Discussion and adoption for the millage rate of 9.99 mills for 2025) up on the agenda. All voted aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Carla Gagliano and seconded by Charles Walters to adopt the 2025 millage rate at 9.99 mills. A roll call was made by the President. Motion passed with four Yeas and one abstained. Motion carried.
Approval of the minutes held on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
A motion was made by Leroy Trim and seconded by Oscar Toups to approve and dispense the reading of the minutes of March 5, 2025, a regular meeting. All voted ayes. Motion passed.
Executive Session (if necessary):
A. Discussion of pending litigation captioned “In the Matter of the Complaint for Exoneration from or Limitation of Liability of Deloach Marine Services, LLC, as Owner Pro-Hac Vice and Operator of M/V Miss Mollye D,” bearing Civil Action No. 3:22-cv-00416 in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana involving Deloach, LA DOTD and the Commission regarding the allision into the Bayou Ramos Bridge and the damaged water line.
B. To receive oral report regarding potential litigation and/or for the purpose of providing legal services related to the filing and litigation of a civil action for Rehabilitation of Gravity Filters at Water Treatment Plant project pursuant to the provisions of La. R.S. 42:17 that, in pertinent part, reads as follows:
A. A public body may hold an executive session pursuant to R.S. 42:16 for one or more of the following reasons:
(2) Strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to collective bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation when an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body.
Unfinished Business: None
New Business
A. Discussion and any action on matters discussed in executive session.
Allowed for public comment: None
There was no discussion or action on the executive session taking place.
B. Discussion and any action for the millage rate of 9.99 mills for 2025.
Allowed for public comment: None
This item was moved to the beginning of this meeting.
C. Discussion and action for the reinstallation of lights for the filter building.
Allowed for public comment: None
A discussion followed.
A motion was made by Charles Walters and seconded by Leroy Trim for the installation of the lights on the filter building. All voted aye. Motion carried.
D. Discussion and action on accepting applications for the hiring of an office employee.
Allowed for public comment: None
A motion was made by Charles Walters and seconded by Carla Gagliano to approve the hiring of a temporary office employee. All voted aye. Motion carried.
E. Discussion and renewal of the National Union & Fire Insurance/Stiel Insurance Service.
Allowed for public comment: None
A motion was made by Charles Walters and seconded by Oscar Toups to approve payment of the insurance. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Reports.
A. Engineering Report: None
B. Managers’ Report
The Plant Manager informed the board of the need for another truck.
A motion was made by Charles Walters and seconded by Carla Gagliano to expand the agenda to discuss this issue of the need for another truck. All voted aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Charles Walters and seconded by Leroy Trim to approve the purchase of a truck for the district. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Outstanding Bills
Allowed for public comment: None
A motion was made by Leroy Trim and seconded by Oscar Toups to approve the payment of the outstanding monthly bills. All voted ayes. Motion carried.
Other Business allowed under Act 861
Allowed for public comment: None
A motion was made by Charles Walters and seconded by Carla Gagliano to adjourn the meeting at 6:35 P.M. All voted ayes. Motion to adjourn carried.
(S) Kenneth Mire
Kenneth Mire, President
(S) Carla Gagliano
Carla Gagliano,
Secretary/Treasurer
Adv. May 14, 2025

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Cost: $129.00
PUBLIC NOTICE
A MEETING OF THE LEPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS WILL BE HELD AT THE LEPA MAIN OFFICE LOCATED AT 210 VENTURE WAY, LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA 70507, ON THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2025 AT 10:30 A.M.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
AGENDA
MEETING DATE: May 15, 2025
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 Approval of the Minutes of the February 20, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting
ITEM 5 OLD BUSINESS
(a) Report on Wholesale Power Costs and Residential Retail Rates
(b) Update on Rodemacher Unit No. 2
(c) Discussion on any other Outstanding Items of Old Business
ITEM 6 NEW BUSINESS
(a) LEPA Talking Points – Municipal EV Charging Stations
(b) Consideration for Approval of a Revised 2025 LEPA Full Requirement Budget
(c) Consideration for Approval of a Resolution authorizing the Louisiana Energy and Power Authority to incur debt and issue a Revenue Anticipation Note in the maximum principal amount of $7,000,000 and providing for other matters in connection therewith
ITEM 7 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 advance of the meeting in order for us to accommodate you.
Adv. May 14, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION MEETING OF THE HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT #2 OF THE
PARISH OF ST. MARY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON
APRIL 2, 2025
A regular monthly business meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Hospital Service District #2 of the Parish of St. Mary was held on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. in the Media Room of the Morgan City Harbor & Terminal District Building located at 7327 Highway 182, Morgan City, LA 70380.
PRESENT: Dr. William A. Cefalu, Jr., Jackie Cheramie, Angelena Brocato, William McCarty and Thane Aucoin
ABSENT: Donald Stephens
Also present: William E. Bourgeois, Counsel for Hospital Service District #2
Dr. Cefalu called the meeting to order.
Dr. Cefalu lead in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call was taken. Those Board Members present and those absent listed above.
On motion of Mrs. Brocato, second by Mr. Aucoin and unanimously carried, the Board approved and signed the Minutes of March 5, 2025.
Dr. Cefalu open-ed the floor for Guest/public comments. Raymond Pisani with Respiratory Therapy at Ochsner St. Mary (OSM), Dr. Larry Nelson and Jimmy Davis (District #7), David Hill (District #4), Mark Duhon (District #8) St. Mary Parish Council Members and Anthony Baham, Dean of Workforce Programs at South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) attended without comment. Lana M. Fontenot, MBA, CFRE Vice Chancellor for In- stitutional Ad- vancement Executive Director of Foundation for SLCC provided the Board with handouts and made a brief presentation as to the Careers in Healthcare Programs that are offered at SLCC, the approximate costs and their scholarship process. Further discussions were held as to her presentation and she was thanked for her appearance.
Dr. Cefalu called for the Financial Report and approval of the payables. Mrs. Cheramie presented the Fin- ancial Report for the period ending February 28, 2025. Upon motion of Mrs. Brocato, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried, the Board approv-ed the financials/payables as presented.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on Community Outreach and an update on the Oschner St. Mary (OSM) renovations. Mrs. Jennifer Wise, Chief Nursing Officer and CEO of OSM gave a brief update on the past, current/future events/activities scheduled for community outreach. A brief discussion was held as to these matters.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on OSM architectural, en- gineering and front entrance overhang. Attorney Bourgeois stated that he had a conversation with Barry Lann, with Grace Hebert Curtis Architects, regarding the fin- alization of Phase I, the specs on the overhang and the sealing of the building. He also provided the Board with a handout re- garding the Building Pressurization Study and costs. A brief discussion was held as to these matters.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on medical, nursing and allied health scholarship policies and procedures. Attorney Bourgeois discussed the handouts provided in the Board Members’ packets and whether they had any input and/or comments regarding the Application for Scholarship forms and the process. A brief discussion was held regarding said forms/process and Jennifer Wise made several comments regarding OSM scholarships. The issue of the development of foundations were discussed. The Board then re- quested a break down of costs. The Board tabled this matter pending further information on the costs.
At this time Dr. Cefalu gave his Chairman’s Report and stated that all had been covered previously. He was looking forward to the repairs to the hospital and everything is on the right track.
Dr. Cefalu stated that there were no matters to be taken up in Executive Session this date.
With no other business to come before the Board, on motion of Mr. McCarty, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned.
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William A. Cefalu, Jr., M.D.,
Chairman
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Jackie Cheramie,
Secretary/
Treasurer
Adv. May 14, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Town of Berwick
Sewer
Rehabilitation on Fourth, Sixth, Texas, Francis & Utah Streets,
Planning and
Construction
SECTION
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
The Town of Berwick, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, acting through its Mayor, Duval H. Arthur, Jr., will receive sealed bids for the Sewer Rehabilitation on Fourth, Sixth, Texas, Francis & Utah Streets, Planning and Construction project, any bids delivered should be delivered to Newell “ Bubba” Slaughter, Chief Administrative Officer, within the Council Meeting Room at Berwick Town Hall, 3225 Third Street, Berwick, Louisiana 70342, until May 28. 2025. at 10:00 A.M., local time, at which time and place, they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids received after the time set forth above for opening of bids will not be considered and will be returned unopened.
Project Name: Sewer Rehabilitation on Fourth, Sixth, Texas, Francis & Utah Streets, Planning and Construction
The Contract Documents (Plans, Information for Bidders, Bid Form, Specifications and other pertinent documents) may be examined at the following locations:
•George Mik-hael P.E – 222 Archangel Drive; Lafayette, Louisiana 70508
•Berwick Town Hall – 3225 Third Street; Berwick, Louisiana 70342
Copies of the bidding documents may be obtained from the office of George Mikhael P.E. Inc. upon receipt of $50.00 for each set during normal business hours (7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday - Thursday and 7:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Friday). Checks for Bidding Documents shall be made payable to “George Mik-hael P.E.”. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212.D, deposits on the first set of documents furnished prime bidders shall be fully re- funded upon re- turn of the documents no later than ten days after receipt of bids. On other sets of documents furnished to bidders, the deposit less the actual cost of reproduction shall be re- funded upon re- turn of the documents no later than ten days after receipt of bids. Refunds will be made upon return of the documents, unmarked and in good condition if within ten days after receipt of bids.
Official bid documents can be downloaded from Central Bidding at www.centralbidding.com. Electronic bids can be submitted at www.centralbidding.com. For any questions relating to the electronic bidding process, please call Central Bidding at (225) 810-4814.
There will be A mandatory pre-Bid Conference for this project. It will be held on Wednesday May 14, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (local time) in the Conference Room, Town Hall, 3225 Third Street, Berwick, Louisiana 70342. Bidders are responsible for making site visitations in preparation of their bids.
To qualify to bid, each bidder shall be a properly licensed Contractor in accordance with La. R.S. 37:2150 - 2163 for the classification of MUNICIPAL AND PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION or related classification.
The Owner re- serves the right to reject any and all bids in accordance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. Public Entity shall award Contract no later than 45 calendar days from Opening of Bids to lowest Responsible/Re- sponsive Bidder.
Each bidder must deposit with his/her bid, security in the amount, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable on the U.S. Department of Treasury Circular 570.
A bidder may withdraw their bid within forty-eight [48) hours of the bid opening, ex- cluding Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays as governed by La. R.S. 38:2214 (C).
Any questions or clarifications shall be submitted to the Project Engineer in writing a minimum of five [5] days prior to the bid opening date. Addenda will be issued to all prospective bidders a minimum of 72 hours prior to the bid opening date. Only information provided within written addenda issued by the Project Engineer shall be considered binding.
Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the Town of Berwick no later than seven (7) days prior to the bid opening.
/s/ Duval H. Arthur
Duval H. Arthur Mayor
Town of Berwick
Adv. April 25, May 2, 14 and 21, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
WAX LAKE EAST DRAINAGE
DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING
April 1, 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 Can-trell presiding and the following members present: William Hidalgo, Jr., Raymond Beadle, Jr., Bill Miller, Chris Cooper, and Chris Begnaud.
Absent: None
Also present: Corey Aucoin, Su- pervisor, Barry Dufrene, District’s Accountant, Joel Miller, Miller En- gineering and Associates and Johnathan Miller, Giroir Mud Boats.
Mr. Ross moved that the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting, March 6, 2025, and the minutes of Special Meeting March 20, 2025, be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Cooper seconded the motion which carried.
Mr. Dufrene presented and discussed the prepared financial statements. Discussed actual re- sults vs budget for the current period and the year to date. Mr. Cooper moved, and Mr. Beadle seconded a motion, which was carried, to accept the financial re- ports, payables re- port, authorize the Chairman to sign all necessary re- ports and to make all necessary transfers to cover payables for the month of April 2025.
Mr. Ross made a motion to allow District Chairman to approve purchase of Excavator for Possum Bayou Pump Station, Mr. Cooper seconded the motion which was carried by the Board.
Mr. Ross made a motion for the District Supervisor to purchase a new truck. Mr. Beadle seconded the mo- tion which carried.
Mr. Ross made a motion to allow Supervisor to make purchases up to $3,500, District Chairman $3,500 - $30,000, Board $30,000 - $60,000. Anything above $60,000 Board is to follow State Policy. Mr. Beadle seconded the motion, which was carried by the Board, pending District’s Attorney review.
Mr. Ross made a motion to table Supervisor’s evaluation, Mr. Cooper seconded which carried.
Mr. Ross made a motion to raise pay for District Em- ployees Cody Flint and Calvin Daigle effective March 30, 2025, Mr. Beadle seconded which was carried by the Board.
Mr. Miller made a motion to in- crease District’s Secretary pay, seconded by Mr. Beadle motion carried.
There being no further business Mr. Beadle made a motion for adjournment. Mr. Ross seconded the motion which carried.
Attest:
/s/ Wayne Cantrell,
Chairman Wax Lake East Drainage District
/s/ Rhonda
Patterson,
Secretary Wax Lake East Drainage District
Adv. May 14, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of the Industrial Development Board.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until May 22, 2025, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application re- quire that the individuals shall be duly qualified electors of and taxpayers in the Parish of St. Mary.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on May 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies.
Adv. April 30 and May 14, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of Gravity Sub- Drainage District No. 1 of Gravity Drainage District No. 2.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until May 22, 2025, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 38:1758.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on May 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. April 30 and May 14, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
REQUEST
FOR PROPOSALS
The City of Morgan City, Louisiana, will receive sealed proposals until 2:00 PM (local time), on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, for the following:
DISASTER DEBRIS
MONITORING SERVICES
for the City of Morgan City
All questions or concerns regarding this proposal may be submitted in writing or by email to Chad Albert calbert@royal.us no later than May 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM.
The City Council reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, with or without cause, to waive technicalities, or to accept the proposal which, in its sole judgement, best serves the interest of the City.
CITY OF MORGAN CITY, LOUISIANA
/S/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna
Mayor

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PUBLIC NOTICE
ST. MARY
PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
OFFICIAL JOURNAL PROPOSALS
The St. Mary Parish School Board will accept proposals from every newspaper in the Parish to serve as Official Journal for the School Board for the year beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026.
The proposals will be opened at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the School Board Central Office Complex, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana.
Alaina L. Black
President
Buffy S.
Fegenbush, Ed. D.
Superintendent
Adv. April 30, May 7 and May 14, 2025

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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
PennyMac Loan Services, LLC
Vs. No. 139196 Div “H”
Richard Merrill Haynes A/K/A Richard M. Haynes A/K/A Richard Haynes
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:
This certain lot or parcel of land together with all buildings and im- provements thereon situated and all rights, way, privileges, prescriptions and servitudes thereto be- longing or in anywise appertaining and all appurtenances thereof, lying and being situated in Morgan City, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, being known and designated and described as Lot 4-A, Square 8 of Unit No. 1, Lakeside Subdivision, said lot having such measurements, boundaries, configurations, and dimensions as are fully shown by reference to a plat of survey prepared by J. J. Krebs & Sons, Civil Engineers Surveyors dated June 5, 1964, recorded July 10, 1964 in St. Mary Parish, COB 13-F, page 689, entry no. 122,099.
to satisfy the sum of ONE HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED THIRTY TWO AND 44/100 ($124,132.44) DOLLARS, balance due on Principal of Fixed Rate Note, interest from June 1, 2024, until paid, at 4.125% per annum, to be computed; reasonable attorney’s fees; to be computed; and all costs of this proceedings, 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, ac- cording 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 21st day of May A.D., 2025, be- tween the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Friday, the 21st day of February A.D., 2025
GARY L.
DRISKELL,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. April 18 and May 14, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
St. Mary Parish Fire Protection
District No. 3
Post Office
Box 921
Amelia,
Louisiana 70340
February 18, 2025
The regular meeting was called to order by Mr. Foret at 6:00 pm
Members present: Denise Chaisson, Joey Foret, Royal Young
Members ab- sent: Clint Abshire & Scott Singleton
Guests in attendance: Jason Brown
Public Comment: None
A motion was made by Mrs. Chaisson and seconded by Mr. Young to accept the minutes from the January 2025 meeting. All were in favor. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Chaisson and seconded by Mr. Young to approve the Treasurer’s Report from January 2025. All were in favor. Motion carried.
New Business: None.
Old business: Mr. Foret spoke to a couple of parish council members about a possible additional sales tax. He will talk with a few more. He also spoke with a few business owners in the area. Fire Chief Brown said the tax office will get him some figures.
Other business: Fire Chief Brown presented the Board with bills and time sheets.
A motion to ad- journ was made by Mrs. Chaisson and seconded by Mr. Young, all were in favor.
Meeting ended at 6:10pm.
Adv. May 14, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
St. Mary Parish Fire Protection
District No. 3
Post Office
Box 921
Amelia,
Louisiana 70340
March 25, 2025
The regular meeting was called to order by Mr. Foret at 6:00 pm
Members present: Denise Chaisson, Joey Foret, Royal Young, Clint Abshire and Scott Singleton
Members ab- sent: None
Guests in attendance: Jason Brown
Public Comment: None
A motion was made by Mr. Ab- shire and seconded by Mrs. Chaisson to accept the minutes from the 2025 meeting. All were in favor. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Mr. Abshire and seconded by Mr. Young to approve the Treasurer’s Report from January 2025. All were in favor. Motion carried.
New Business: A motion to run an advertisement to hire a new firefighter was made by Mrs. Chaisson and seconded by Mr. Young. All were in favor. Motion carried.
Old business: Joey is still working on talking to the parish on the tax. Jason has contacted the Sale Tax office and is awaiting the tax information.
A motion was made to pay the fire department bills by Denis Chiasson and 2nd by Royal Young. All in favor. Motion carried.
An update was given on the status of the building and ladder truck by Jason. And the report of runs for the month of Feb.
A motion to ad- journ was made by Mrs. Chaisson and seconded by Mr. Young, all were in favor.
Meeting ended at 6:07pm.
Adv. May 14, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Regular Meeting of St. Mary
Parish School Board
04/10/2025
05:30 PM
Evans Medine Meeting Room
474 Hwy 317, Centerville, LA 70522
MEETING
MINUTES
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Attendance
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Voting Members
Guienzy Brent, Board Member
Tammie Moore, Board Member - Vice President
Lindsey Anslem, Board Member
Debra Jones, Board Member
Chad Paradee, Board Member
Alaina Black, Board Member - President
Andrew Mancuso, Board Member
Rhonda Dennis, Board Member
Lawrence Guillory, School Board Member
Absent Members
Ginger Griffin, Board Member
Marilyn LaSalle, Board Member
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I. Meeting Called to Order (Mrs. Black)
On behalf of President Black, the meeting was officially called to order by Vice-President Tammie Moore.
1. Roll Call (Dr. Fegenbush)
The roll call was conducted by Dr. Fegenbush.
II. Opening of Regular Meeting
The St. Mary Parish School Board met in regular session on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., in the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex in Centerville, Louisiana for the following purposes and to take whatever actions necessary. The meeting may be viewed online at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnZ1z15loF_FZnVcBe09cRQ
1. Invocation (Mr. Holmes)
Mr. Holmes gave the invocation.
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America (Mrs. Black)
On behalf of President Black, Vice-President Moore led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
3. Introduction of Students and Employees of the Month (Mrs. Black)
Principal Jared Ross of Centerville High School recognized and introduced Students and Employees of the Month as follows:
A. Centerville High School: Thomas Martinez, 5th Grade Student, and Kasey Trahan, Teacher
B. Centerville High School: Kye Gunner, 8th Grade Student, and Kalie Martin, Teacher
C. Centerville High School: Jace Cooks, 12th Grade Student, and Katie Or- tego, Teacher
III. Appearances
Ms. Ashley Clark, the secondary supervisor and parish athletic director, announced that several state champions will be acknowledged for their dedication and hard work in both academics and athletics.
1. Recognition of Duc Bui, an 11th grade student at Morgan City High School for achieving a composite score of 36 on the ACT. (Ms. Clark)
Duc Bui, an 11th-grade student at Morgan City High School, will be recognized for achieving a perfect composite score of 36 on the ACT. This recognition will be moved to the May agenda.
2. Recognition of Berwick High School student Hailey Brown for Lady Panther Powerlifting District III State Champion. (Ms. Clark)
Coach Zachary Stewart introduced and honored Berwick High School student Haley Brown for her outstanding achievement as the Lady Panther Powerlifting District 3 State Champion.
3. Recognition of Franklin Senior High School Hornets Boys Division IV Non-Select State Championship. (Ms. Natasha Jackson)
Principal Natasha Jackson of Franklin High School recognized the Hornets Boys Basketball team and coaches for the Division IV Non- Select State Championship. Each member of the team was given the opportunity to introduce themselves.
IV. Approval of Amended Agenda (Mrs. Black)
V. Approval of Official School Board Minutes (Mrs. Black)
1. Regular Meeting: March 13, 2025
A motion was made and duly seconded to approve the official school board minutes from the regular school board meeting held on March 13, 2025, as presented.
Motion made by: Guienzy Brent
Voting:
Unanimously Approved
VI. Approval of Consent Agenda (Mrs. Black)
President Black stated that board members can re- move 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.
A motion was made and duly seconded to approve the following consent agenda as presented by Dr. Fegenbush.
Motion made by: Lindsey Anslem
Motion seconded by: Debra Jones
Voting:
Unanimously Approved
1. *Proclamations:
A. *National Administrative Professionals’ Week (Ms. Mitchell)
B. *National Assistant Principals’ Week (Ms. Mitchell)
C. *National Autism Awareness Month (Ms. Mitchell)
D. *National Library Week (Ms. Mitchell)
E. *Week of the Young Child (Ms. Mitchell)
2. *Request permission to obtain proposals for a newspaper to serve as the official journal for the school board for the year commencing July 1, 2025. (Mrs. Voisin)
3. *Field Trips
A. *Bayou Vista Elementary School travel to National Beta Convention, June 26-30, 2025, Orlando, Florida. (Dr. Sanders)
B. *Patterson High School travel to 2025 International Search Competition, May 30- June 2, 2025, College Park, Maryland. (Dr. Sanders)
C. *Patterson High School travel to Disney Youth Leadership Program and National Beta Convention, June 22- July 1, 2025, Orlando, Florida. (Dr. Sanders)
D. *Berwick High, Morgan City High, and Patterson High School travel to Educators Rising National Conference, June 25-29, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. (Dr. Sanders)
VII. Personnel
1. Approve 180, 182, 200, 210, 220, and 240 Employee Calendars for 2025-26 school year. (Ms. Estay)
A motion was made and duly seconded to approve 180, 182, 200, 210, 220, and 240 Em- ployee Calendars for the 2025-26 school year, as presented by Ms. Estay.
Motion made by: Chad Paradee
Motion seconded by: Lindsey Anslem
Voting:
Unanimously Approved
VIII. Business Affairs
1. To consider and take action with respect to adopting a resolution ordering and calling a special election to renew an existing sales tax to be held October 11, 2025. (Mr. Jason Akers)
Mr. Jason Akers, with Foley and Judell, discussed a resolution calling for a special election in St. Mary Parish to renew 0.45 percent sales and use tax for school purposes. This tax, initially approved in 2021 with over 60% voter support, supplements the salaries of teachers and other school personnel. The renewal election is scheduled for October 11th, the next available election day. Approval re- quires a simple majority (50% plus one vote) from the voters. If approved by the Board, the resolution will be submitted to the state bond commission, Secretary of State, and attorney general to en- sure it is on the ballot.
A motion was made and duly seconded to approve the resolution ordering and calling a special election to renew the existing sales tax to be held on October 11, 2025, as presented by Mr. Jason Akers.
Motion made by: Chad Paradee
Motion seconded by: Guienzy Brent
Voting:
Guienzy Brent - Yes
Tammie Moore - Yes
Lindsey Anslem - Yes
Debra Jones - Yes
Chad Paradee - Yes
Alaina Black - Yes
Andrew Mancuso - Yes
Rhonda Dennis - Yes
Lawrence Guillory - Yes
2. Consider and take action regarding the 2024 .45 percent Sales Tax Salary Supplement Disbursement. (Mrs. Black)
A motion was made and duly seconded to approve the 2024 .45 percent sales tax salary supplement disbursement, as presented by Dr. Fe- genbush.
Andrew Mancuso abstained from voting due to a conflict of interest involving his wife being a teacher for the St. Mary Parish School Board.
Motion made by: Rhonda Dennis
Motion seconded by: Debra Jones
Voting:
Guienzy Brent - Yes
Tammie Moore - Yes
Lindsey Anslem - Yes
Debra Jones - Yes
Chad Paradee - Yes
Alaina Black - Yes
Andrew Mancuso - Abstain
Rhonda Dennis - Yes
Lawrence Guillory - Yes
3. Request for Authorization to Issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) – FCC Cy- bersecurity Pilot Program Grant. (Mr. Vead)
A motion was made and duly seconded to approve the Request for Proposal (RFP)-FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program Grant, as presented by Mr. Vead.
Motion made by: Chad Paradee
Motion seconded by: Andrew Mancuso
Voting:
Unanimously Approved
4. Request for Allocation of $3 Million for Student Device Re- fresh Initiative. (Mr. Vead)
A motion was made and duly seconded to approve the allocation of $3 million for student device refresh initiative, as presented by Mr. Vead.
Motion made by: Debra Jones
Motion seconded by: Andrew Mancuso
Voting:
Unanimously Approved
5. Award bids for J. S. Aucoin Boiler Replacement. (Mr. Wiese)
Mr. Andrew Rodriguez, a me- chanical engineer from Associated Design Group, presented the bid specifications for the J. S. Aucoin Elementary boiler replacement project. The project had an estimated construction cost of $180,000. On March 20th, two bids were received, with Air Plus LLC being the lowest bidder at $170,500. After reviewing the bids, it was recommended to accept the low bidder and award the project to Air Plus LLC.
A motion was made and duly seconded to award bids for J. S. Aucoin Elementary Boiler Replacement to the lowest bid from Air Plus, LLC. The total project cost, in- cluding engineering fees, would cost $187,094.
Motion made by: Andrew Mancuso
Motion seconded by: Rhonda Dennis
Voting:
Unanimously Approved
IX. Committee Reports
1. The Discipline Committee met on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. (Ms. Jones)
The Discipline Committee met on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Miss Jones led the meeting and discussed various policy changes, primarily for K through 5. The key points were:
The consequence for willful disobedience was proposed to change from Level 2 to Level 1 for K-5 students only.
The policy on the use of profane or obscene language was expanded to include inappropriate gestures and derogatory slurs.
The consequence for leaving the classroom without permission was proposed to change from Level 2 to Level 1 for K through 5.
The discussion on threats to St. Mary Parish em- ployees were tabled for further clarification.
The discussion on the cell phone pouch policy will be revisited by the Committee.
A motion was made and duly seconded to approve Item 1, 2, and 3 infractions regarding K-5 students.
Motion made by: Debra Jones
Motion seconded by: Guienzy Brent
Voting:
Unanimously Approved
2. The District Climate Committee met on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. (Mrs. Anslem)
Mrs. Anslem reported that the Climate Committee met on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025, for their first meeting. The committee discussed and approved changing the committee’s name to “Culture and Climate Committee” to enhance understanding among parents and community members. A vision statement was established, and the frequency of future meetings was determined.
The committee also considered conducting an ex- ternal climate survey for the parish to better gauge community opinions and inform improvements. Following a presentation by Panorama Education and a review of associated costs, it was decided that further discussions regarding the survey will take place after the upcoming budget meeting.
A motion was made and duly seconded to accept the report of the Climate Committee.
Motion made by: Lindsey Anslem
Motion seconded by: Andrew Mancuso
Voting:
Unanimously Approved
3. Set time and date for Maintenance District I Special Project Meeting. (Mr. Wiese)
Maintenance District I Special Project Meeting will meet on May 6, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., in the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex.
4. Set time and date for Maintenance District II Special Project Meeting. (Mr. Wiese)
Maintenance District II Special Project Meeting will meet on May 6, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., in the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex.
5. Set time and date for Maintenance District III Special Project Meeting. (Mr. Wiese)
Maintenance District III Special Project Meeting will meet on May 7, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., in the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex.
X. Staff Re- ports
1. Chief Financial Officer’s Report (Mrs. Voisin)
A. Sales Tax Update
Mrs. Voisin re- ported that the sales tax collections for March 2025, which are nine months into the fiscal year, were $1,823,000, with 14 percent favorable, which is $235,000 under budget. However, year-to-date is still over budget.
B. Financial Statements (Major Funds Only)
The Board was provided financial statements for major funds only to review at their leisure.
C. Other Significant Items
There were no other significant items to report.
XI. Superintendent’s Report (Dr. Fegenbush)
Dr. Fegenbush announced that since the last board meeting, several exciting events and accomplishments have been discussed.
The district’s first robotics team, led by Miss Candy Caesar, competed and placed 21st out of 55 teams. Celebrations for talented students, including honor band performances and pre-educator competitions.
The release of ACT scores and the successful ad- ministration of State Dibbles reading level testing for younger students were not-able achievements.
Upcoming job fairs on April 26th (9 AM - 12 PM): Focused on teaching and support staff positions within St. Mary Parish Schools, and May 5th (5:30 PM - 7:30 PM): Aimed at graduating seniors and community members seeking em- ployment in various fields, in collaboration with local community stakeholders. Both events will be held at Centerville High School.
On April 4th, National School Librarian Day is observed to honor those who keep the St. Mary Parish school libraries running smoothly.
This week, St. Mary Parish Schools celebrate the important work of assistant principals. While the job can be demanding, assistant principals in St. Mary Parish handles it with dedication and skill, reflecting their commitment to supporting students, teachers, and schools.
Spring break begins at the close of operations to- morrow and ex- tends through Monday, April 21st. Students will return on Tuesday, April 22nd.
XII. Resolution of Respect (Ms. Estay)
Ms. Estay read the Resolutions of Respect for the late Cleveland Jackson (retired school bus driver), Laura Marshall (retired school teacher), Linda Miller (retired school teacher), Marilyn Pye (re- tired special education paraprofessional), and Hilliard Smith (former custodian).
XIII. Closing - Adjournment (Mrs. Black)
A motion was made and duly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 6:45 p.m.
Motion made by: Andrew Mancuso
Motion seconded by: Debra Jones
Voting:
Unanimously Approved
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Hilliard Smith
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Hilliard Smith, and
WHEREAS, his untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a former custodian and a fine citizen;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED 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 Hilliard Smith, and extend to his bereaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, en- deavor to express 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 Hilliard Smith, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for him.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 10th of April, 2025.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENBUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Marilyn Pye
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Marilyn Pye, and
WHEREAS, her untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired special education paraprofessional 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 Marilyn Pye, and extend to her bereaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, en- deavor 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 be- reaved family of Marilyn Pye, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for her.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 10th of April, 2025.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENBUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Linda Miller
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Linda Miller, and
WHEREAS, her untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired school tacher 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 Linda Miller, and extend to her be- reaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, en- deavor 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 be- reaved family of Linda Miller, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for her.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 10th of April, 2025.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENBUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Laura Marshall
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Laura Marshall, and
WHEREAS, her untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired 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 Laura Marshall, and extend to her bereaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, en- deavor 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 proceed(ings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to the be- reaved family of Laura Marshall, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for her.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 10th of April, 2025.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENBUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Cleveland
Jackson
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Cleveland Jackson, and
WHEREAS, his untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired school bus driver 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 Cleveland Jackson, and extend to his bereaved 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 Cleveland Jackson, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for him.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 10th of April, 2025.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENBUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Accepting sealed bids for one (1) surplus 1997 Dodge Pickup, mileage 58,542
To be sold to highest bidder as-is, where-is.
Contact Jacob or Kenney at 985-384-8990.
Bids can be mailed to: Pickup Truck Bid, P O Box 322, Berwick, LA 70342
Adv. April 30, May 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21 and 23, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF ST. MARY PARISH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 7
April 1, 2025
Bayou Vista, Louisiana
The Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Fire Protection District No. 7, State of Louisiana, met on this date at 6;00 p.m. at the Bayou Vista Volunteer Fire De- partment, 1519 Hwy. 182 East, Bayou Vista, Louisiana for a public meeting.
Meeting was called to order by Andros Williams
Members Present:
•Andros Williams
•Martin DeHart
•Joseph Adyden
•Alvin Metrejean
Guest Present:
•Gerald Price
•David Hill
•Clarence Clark
•O’Hyge Little
•Jason Watson
•Brandon Le- Jeune
•Gwen Hidalgo
•Brock Hollier
Approval of minutes from February meeting. Mo- tion by Martin DeHart seconded by Joe Adyden all in favor.
Public Comment:
None
Treasure Report:
•Report given to board Motion by Marty DeHart seconded by Alvin Metrejean all in favor.
Report for the Chief:
•Report on calls to the Fire department and volunteers.
•Gave update on inventory.
•Gave update on the condition of the trucks and repairs.
•Chief spoke with the ladder testing company.
Old Business:
None
New Business:
•Presentation given by Jason Watson of the LAMP (Louisiana Asset Management pool)
•Presented the Intergovernmental agreement to the board by Andros Williams for discussion.
•Clarence Clark Chief of Fire Dist. 11 discussed the operations of Fire Dist.11.
•Discussion of the policies and procedures of the parish as regards to meetings. Parsh administration would like to see more training of the board.
•Discussion of the fire proof file cabinet for the district office. Suggestion was made to get pricing on Gun safe as it they are much less expensive.
•Discussion of Fire Dist. By Laws. Motion to send to the parish for approval my Martin DeHart seconded by Alvin Meterjean all in favor.
Motion to ad- journ the meeting by Martin Dehart, Seconded by Joe Adyden all in favor. Meeting ad- journed at 7:14 pm.
Next Meeting date is May 6, 2025
(S) Andros
Williams
Andros
Williams,
Chairman
(S) Glen Elliott
Glen Elliott,
Secretary
Adv. May 14, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
ST. MARY LEVEE DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING
March 20, 2025
Franklin, LA
The St. Mary Levee District (“SMLD”) met on this date with President William Hidalgo, Sr., presiding and the following board members present: Will Terry, J.P. Hebert, Mike Ortiz, Carla Davis, Kenny Ar- ceneaux, and with Mike Thomason and Andew Mancuso absent.
Also present: Tim Matte, Executive Director; Michael Brocato, Operations Manager; Gerard Bourgeois; William Bourgeois; Reid Miller, Miller En- gineers; Graham Denton, T. Baker Smith; and members of the public.
Mr. Terry moved to dispense with the reading and to approve the Feb 20 regular monthly minutes. After a second by Ms. Davis, the motion was carried unanimously.
Mr. Arceneaux presented the payables report, which Ms. Davis moved to approve. Following Mr. Hebert’s second, the motion was carried unanimously.
Mr. Matte also presented the Statement of Revenues by sources and Summary of Expenditures with comparison to budget of the St. Mary Levee District.
Mr. Graham Denton with T. Baker Smith re- ported his office has completed their wetland site assessment for Phase 2 of the West of Charenton drainage study. Mr. Denton stated that his office has started the proposed condition models.
Mr. Denton re- ported his office has solicited 5 local construction contractors to submit pricing for the pump station weir project (TE 168). Mr. Denton stated that his office has submitted an engineering design estimate to complete the 60% design phase for the Lakeside Flood Protection Project.
Mr. Brocato re- ported the USCOE will perform a formal inspection beginning March 24 in Morgan City and the Bayou Chene inspection will be April 7-9. Mr. Brocato stated that the debris cleaning from Hurricane Francine is finishing up and will be completed in the next two days.
Mr. Matte re- ported the SMLD continues to work on the recovery projects arising from the effects of Hurricane Francine. Mr. Matte stated the USCOE instituted high water inspection protocols this past month, however the river has re- turned to a level below their action level.
Mr. Hebert mo- tioned to engage Olsson to model drainage in the Bayou Teche drainage system north of the Bayou Teche Flood Gate. After a second by Mr. Arceneaux, the motion carried un- animously.
Mr. Hidalgo ask-ed for further comments and did not receive any. Mr. Terry moved for adjournment, which was seconded by Mr. Hebert and was carried unanimously.
Attest:
———————
Kenneth
Arceneaux Jr.,
Secretary/
Treasurer
St. Mary Levee District
Adv. May 14, 2025

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