Public notices for Aug. 13, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF
MORGAN CITY
JULY 22, 2025
The Mayor and City Council of Morgan City, Louisiana, met at 6:00 pm (local time) in regular session, this date, in the City Court Building, Highway 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana.
There were present: Honorable Lee Dragna, Mayor; and Council Members Ron Bias, Steve Domangue, Thomas Hutchinson, Jr., Tim Hy- mel, and Bonnie Leonard.
Absent: None
Also present were Mr. Charlie Solar, Jr., Chief Administrative Officer and Mr. Paul Landry, City Attorney.
The invocation was given by Reverend Tommy Fromenthal.
The first Positive Image recipients for the month of July were Morgan City Fire De- partment employees Captain Ryan Pellerin, Captain Dwayne Engleton, Operator Carlos Izaguirre, Operator Justin Rogers, and Firefighter Korey Kincade. Mayor Dragna read a statement by Assistant Chief Patrick Haller regarding a CPR save that took place on July 6, 2025 (copy on file). He said that without the training and dedication of these heroes on this emergency medical call, the patient would not be alive.
Police Chief Chad Adams presented the second Positive Image Award to Assistant Chief Mark Griffin, Jr. He said that Mark had been a police de- partment employee for 34 years and had moved up through the ranks. He thanked Mark for his dedicated service to the citizens of Morgan City and the de- partment and wished him all the best on his upcoming retirement.
Mr. Kolin Leonard requested permission to hold the second annual Mama G’s & Swampland Revival Turkey Bash on November 22, 2025, from 10 AM to 8 PM in the Mama G’s parking lot. A motion to approve the event was made by Mr. Domangue, seconded by Mrs. Leonard, and vot-ed unanimously in favor.
Ms. Taylor Robinson addressed the council regarding placing a Women’s Care & Comfort Cabinet in Lawrence Park. Hearts of Hope had received a grant to build and supply this cabinet with menstrual products for wo- men in the area. It would be an honor system, hoping that only what was needed would be taken from the cabinet. Ms. Robinson asked to place the cabinet near the playground. Mayor Dragna suggested that the cabinet be placed near the library. He felt that children might get into the cabinet and scatter the supplies all over the park. A motion to approve the cabinet was made by Mrs. Leonard, seconded by Mr. Domangue, and voted unanimously in favor. Mayor Dragna asked Ms. Robinson to get with Mr. Charlie Solar, the CAO, regarding the exact location of the cabinet.
Mr. Mike Ruffin addressed the council regarding reopening the “Kick ‘em Out” bar located at 319 2nd Street. Mayor Dragna said that he did not see any problems with the reopening, but asked Mr. Ruffin to get with Chief Adams and Anthony Governale at Planning & Zoning to discuss the next steps.
Mr. Jake Benoit with Senator Kennedy’s office introduced himself to the Mayor and Council and told them that he was happy to be of service if they needed anything in the future.
Mr. Brian Joubert with Kolder, Slaven & Company gave the annual audit report for the City for the year ending De- cember 31, 2024 (copy on file).
The next matter on the agenda was the Mayor’s Re- port. Mayor Dragna said that a lot of road repairs were taking place in Lakeside Subdivision and he thanked the residents for their patience while that work was going on.
The minutes of the June 24, 2025 meeting were submitted. There be- ing no corrections, additions, or deletions, a motion to approve the minutes was made by Pastor Bias, seconded by Mrs. Leonard, and vot-ed unanimously in favor.
Mayor Dragna submitted the following financial statement for the period ending June 30, 2025. He noted that the MISO costs were going up and warned residents that they would see a higher rate per Kwh on their upcoming utility bills.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DATE: July 22, 2025
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: Deborah Garber
RE: Comments related to summary of revenues and expenses compared to budget for the period ended June 30, 2025.
Attached is a summary that compares our actual revenues and expenses to our operational budget for our major funds subject to budgetary control for the period ending June 30, 2025. The following comments are related thereto:
General and Ancillary Funds: Actual revenues are over budget by $79,697. Sales tax in General Fund are currently $49,000 over budget. Operating ex- penses are under budget by $53,764. The net loss of $2,020,500 is a favorable variance of $118,461 as compared to the adopted budget.
Utility Fund: Actual revenues in this fund remain under budget by $620,068. Electric revenues alone are 738,000 under budget. The operational expenses are over budget by $768,281. This overage is in large part due to Purchase power costs being over budget by $949,604. The net loss, after transfers, of $42,629 creates an unfavorable variance again this month as compared to the budget of $1,205,847.
Sanitation and Sewer Fund: The operating revenues are slightly over budget by $38,058, with total operating expenses under budget by $19,538. The net income, after transfers, of $272,597 leaves a favorable variance of $78,182.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Deborah Garber
Deborah Garber
Finance Director
A motion to accept the financial statement was made by Mr. Hy- mel, seconded by Mr. Domangue, and voted unanimously in favor.
The next matter on the agenda was the resolution authorizing the Mayor’s signature for Cooperative Endeavor Agreements with the owners of 1408 McDermott Drive and 1414 McDermott Drive. Mayor Dragna said that a generator needed to be placed at a sewer lift station located on these two addresses. The City required a servitude to install and service the generator, and the City and the owners had come to an agreement, whereupon,
Pastor Bias offered the following Resolution, who moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION
NO. R: 25-45
WHEREAS, the City of Morgan City needs to in- stall a generator for a sewer line on McDermott Drive in Lakeside Subdivision; and
WHEREAS, the generator would be installed on private property and a servitude agreement would be needed; and
WHEREAS, Rheba B. Castaneda, 1408 McDermott Drive has agreed to grant the servitude for the generator to the city.
NOW THEREFORE IT BE RE- SOLVED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana that the Mayor be, and he is hereby authorized and empowered to execute a servitude agreement with Rheba B. Castaneda.
Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Bias, Hutchinson, Do- mangue, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 22nd day of July, 2025.
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Lee Dragna
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Debbie Harrington
Clerk
Pastor Bias offered the following Resolution, who moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION
NO. R: 25-46
WHEREAS, the City of Morgan City needs to install a generator for a sewer line on McDermott Drive in Lakeside Subdivision; and
WHEREAS, the generator would be installed on private property and a servitude agreement would be needed; and
WHEREAS, Hai Huu Nguyen, 1414 McDermott Drive has agreed to grant the servitude for the generator to the city.
NOW THEREFORE IT BE RE- SOLVED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana that the Mayor be, and he is hereby authorized and empowered to execute a servitude agreement with Hai Huu Nguyen.
Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Bias, Hutchinson, Do- mangue, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 22nd day of July, 2025.
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Lee Dragna
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Debbie Harrington
Clerk
The public hearing for the amendment of Section 114-32 was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
The public hearing for the amendment of Section 114-34 was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
Mayor Dragna submitted the name of Anna Streva for appointment to the Board of Adjustments and the Planning & Zoning Board and Kimberly Landry to the Historic District. A motion to concur in the appointment was made by Mr. Hymel, seconded by Mrs. Leonard, and vot-ed unanimously in favor.
The next matter on the agenda were the resolutions of respect for Mr. James Davis and Mr. Sterling Fryou; whereupon,
Messrs. Bias, Domangue, Hutch- inson, Hymel, and Leonard offered the following Resolution, who moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION
NO. R: 25-47
IN MEMORIAM
JAMES “JIM” HUGH DAVIS, SR.
WHEREAS, God, in his infinite wisdom has taken James “Jim” Hugh Davis, Sr. from our midst; and
WHEREAS, “Jim” grew up in Houma and graduated from Terrebonne High School; and
WHEREAS, he voluntarily served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict; and
WHEREAS, he was a long-time resident of Morgan City; and
WHEREAS, “Jim” had a long and distinguished career in the oil industry, and was co-owner and sales manager of American Supply Company from 1971 until his retirement in 2003; during that time, he also co-owned OHI Filter Supply Company in Jefferson; and
WHEREAS, he was a dedicated servant in his community, being named an honorary alumnus of Nicholls State University in 1989. Nicholls also awarded him the Harvey Peltier Award in 1995 and the Marie Fletcher Award in 1996, both of which are the highest honors for service in the community and to the university; and
WHEREAS, “Jim” served as the president of the South Louisiana Economic Council, the Business Advisory Council (NSU College of Business), and the Nicholls President’s Business Advisory Council; and
WHEREAS, he also served as President of the Morgan City Civitan Club, Officer/Member of the St. Mary Parish Chamber of Commerce, and as an active member of the Atchafalaya Chapter of the American Petroleum Institute, St. Mary Industrial Group, and state advisory councils for vo-tech schools and centers of technology; and
WHEREAS, he was a longtime parishioner of Holy Cross Catholic Church, where he served as a lector/commentator, in music ministry, and on the finance council of the church; and
WHEREAS, he leaves to cherish his wonderful memory his children, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., Paul Davis, Lynn Davis McMahon, Aleta Davis Demp-sey, Susan Davis Naquin, Edward “Eddie” Davis, and Rebecca Davis; nineteen grandchildren, and twelve great- grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of Morgan City wish to ac- knowledge publicly their sorrow and sympathy to the family of James “Jim” Hugh Davis, Sr.; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of Morgan City hope that his family will find comfort in the thought that their grief and sorrow are shared by their friends.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RE- SOLVED, by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Morgan City, through the unanimous adoption of this resolution, that they solemnly deliberate with sincere condolences, sympathy, and understanding during this time of grief.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, etc., that this resolution be in- scribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to his be- reaved family; and that this meeting adjourn out of re- spect for the late James “Jim” Hugh Davis, Sr.
Messrs. Bias, Domangue, Hutch- inson, Hymel, and Leonard seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Bias, Domangue, Hutch- inson, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 22nd day of July, 2025.
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Lee Dragna
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Debbie Harrington
Clerk
Messrs. Bias, Domangue, Hutch- inson, Hymel, and Leonard offered the following Resolution, who moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION
NO. R: 25-48
IN MEMORIAM
STERLING J. FRYOU, SR.
WHEREAS, God, in his infinite wisdom has taken Sterling J. Fryou, Sr. from our midst; and
WHEREAS, Sterling was a local legend, known as the “Bayou Man”, proclaimed by a song written for him and performed by him on local radio; and
WHEREAS, he was born on a houseboat on Four Mile Bayou, and was a lifelong commercial fisherman; and
WHEREAS, he loved to bass fish, loved classic country music, and loved to sing, dance, and play guitar; and
WHEREAS, Sterling was a devoted member of St. Andrew Catholic Church for over 50 years and gave countless hours to church activities, including serving as an eucharistic minister; he earn-ed a fourth degree in the Knights of Columbus; and volunteered at the local AARP Chapter. Mr. Fryou owned several businesses that were staples in the community and served as Councilman for St. Mary Parish District 8 for eight years; and
WHEREAS, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, brother, uncle, mentor, and friend. He loved his family and would beam with pride as he talked about them; and
WHEREAS, he leaves to cherish his wonderful memory his children, Charlene Patureau, Sterling J. Fryou, Jr., Terri Barrilleaux; six grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of Morgan City wish to ac- knowledge publicly their sorrow and sympathy to the family of Sterling J. Fryou, Sr.; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of Morgan City hope that his family will find comfort in the thought that their grief and sorrow are shared by their friends.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RE- SOLVED, by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Morgan City, through the unanimous adoption of this resolution, that they solemnly deliberate with sincere condolences, sympathy, and understanding during this time of grief.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, etc., that this resolution be in- scribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to his be= reaved family; and that this meeting adjourn out of respect for the late Sterling J. Fryou, Sr.
Messrs. Bias, Domangue, Hutch- inson, Hymel, and Leonard seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Bias, Domangue, Hutch- inson, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 22nd day of July, 2025.
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Lee Dragna
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Debbie Harrington
Clerk
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Lee Dragna
Mayor
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Debbie Harrington
Clerk
Adv. Aug. 13, 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
Beier Radio, L.L.C
Vs. No. 139447 Div “C”
Swiftships, LLC, Jeffery Leleux, and
Shehraze Shah
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
to satisfy the sum of FOUR HUNDRED FOUR THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED EIGHTY NINE AND 09/100 ($404,989.09) DOLLARS, plus attorney’s fees and costs in the amount of $10,137.87; and for judicial interest on the judgment amount starting April 2, 2024 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 WITHOUT 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 20th day of August A.D., 2025, between the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Tuesday, the 20th day of May A.D., 2025
GARY L. DRISKELL,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. Aug. 8, 13 and 15, 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
JULY 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, July 2, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. in the Administrative Conference Room on the 2nd Floor of Ochsner St. Mary Hospital located at 1125 Marguerite Street, Morgan City, LA 70380.
PRESENT: Dr. William A. Cefalu, Jr., Angelena Brocato, William Mc- Carty, Thane Au- coin and Clarence Robinson, Jr.
Jackie Cheramie arrived after Roll Call
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. McCarty and unanimously carried, the Board approv-ed and signed the Minutes of June 4, 2025.
Dr. Cefalu open-ed the floor for Guest/public comments. Raymond Pisani with Respiratory Therapy at Ochsner St. Mary (OSM), Dr. Larry Nelson, Anaesthesiologist with OSM and Steve Nosaka, Registered Municipal Advisor with Trinity Capital Resources attended without comment. Mr. Ken Bernhard VP De- velopment with Optimum Energy was present and stated that he had previously met with Ochsner. He then made further comments and provided Attorney Bourgeois with a Memorandum of Understanding for review/consideration by the Board.
Dr. Cefalu called for the Financial Report. Mrs. Cher-amie presented the Financial Re- port for the period ending May 31, 2025. Upon motion of Mr. Aucoin, second by Mr. Robinson and unanimously carried, the Board approv-ed the financials as presented. At this time Dane Robison with Robison Wealth Management made a brief presentation regarding Commonwealth Financial Network being sold and HSD #2 accounts being transferred back to Raymond James Financial. Further discussions were held as to this matter and the current interest rate, the cash on hand and the length of time for the transfer process.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on Community Outreach. 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. She stated that the annual gumbo cook-off “Roux Rumble” is scheduled for 11/1/2025 to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. She also stated that there are two (2) applicants for the Medical Apprenticeship Program and a brief discussion was held. The OSM Cafeteria will be serving “Chick fil a” on Thursdays and due to the high de- mand more product will be available.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on OSM architectural, en- gineering and front entrance overhang. Barry Lann with Grace Hebert Curtis Architects provided the Board with a copy of the Facility Repairs Assessment Annual Re- port for OSM (2024 calendar year and partially 2025) and provided a power point presentation for all in attendance. Time lines for repairs (sealing of the building and en- trance overhang) and the status of the building should a hurricane arrive prior to the completion of the said repairs were discussed. Further discussions were then held as to other upcoming repairs/improvements, those in the future and the costs. Attorney Bourgeois stated that after this meeting, the Board will conduct its annual “Walk Through” of the facility and view some of the items/repairs discussed this date. Future meetings will be held regarding the scope of spending over the next five (5) years and a plan for payment of these expenditures.
Dr. Cefalu gave his Chairman’s Re- port. Attorney Bourgeois reminded the Board that ULL’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences Dean Lisa Broussard will be attending our August meeting along with area Allied Health Department High School Guidance personnel to make them aware of our scholarship programs. He further stated that he and Jennifer Wise will give a joint presentation at the August meeting of Atchafalaya Intercoastal Coalition (AIC) for an update on what has been done since the passage of the millage, to thank them for their support and further inform the public of the current and upcoming repairs/improvements/new services at OSM. Dr. Cefalu stated that he has been receiving positive feedback from patients/the public regarding the Leap Frog Rating of OSM and the exterior coating/sealing of the building. Mrs. Brocato discussed keeping the public informed of the improvements to the hospital and other news worthy items prior to the receipt of their “tax bill.” Attorney Bourgeois inform-ed the Board of the approval/receipt of the Sales Tax Exemption Certificate for HSD #2 for a period of three (3) years. He re- quested that the Board Members notify him of any specific questions/concerns from the public that should be addressed at the upcoming AIC presentation.
Upon motion of Mr. Robinson, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried, the Board retired into Executive Session to discuss strategic planning pursuant to LA R.S. 46:1071, et seq. and have their Annual OSM Facility Tour.
With no other business to come before the Board, on motion of Mr. Aucoin, second by Mrs. Cheramie 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. Aug. 13, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL SESSION
MEETING OF THE HOSPITAL SERVICE
DISTRICT #2 OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON
JULY 23, 2025
A special business meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Hospital Service District #2 of the Parish of St. Mary was held on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. (NOON) in the Media Room at the Morgan City Harbor & Terminal District Building located at 7327 Highway 182, Morgan City, LA 70380
PRESENT: Angelena Brocato, Jackie Cheramie, Thane Aucoin, Clarence Robinson, Jr. and William McCarty
ABSENT: Dr. William A. Cefalu, Jr. and Donald Stephens
Also present: William E. Bourgeois, Counsel for Hospital Service District #2
Mrs. Brocato called the meeting to order.
Mrs. Brocato lead in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call was taken. Those Board Members present and those absent listed above.
Mrs. Brocato opened the floor for Guest/public comments, to which there were none. Lea Hebert, member of Ochsner St. Mary Governing Board attended without comment.
Mrs. Brocato called for discussion and any action on the award of the Ochsner St. Mary front en- trance overhang brick repair project to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and contract auth- orization. Attorney Bourgeois advised the Board of the two (2) bids re- ceived: Shamrock Construction Co., Inc. and ARL Construction, Inc. The Board Members reviewed the bids that were contained in their meeting packets. After a brief discussion, on motion of Mr. Aucoin, second by Mrs. Cheramie and unanimously carried, the Board accepted the bid of ARL Construction, Inc. and thereupon authorized Dr. Cefalu to sign any necessary documents regarding such. Further discussions were held as to the length of time for the project.
Attorney Bourgeois then briefly addressed the Draft of the Provider Needs As- sessment received and that the matter will be discussed in more detail in Executive Session at the next regular monthly meeting.
With no other business to come before the Board, on motion of Mrs. Cheramie, second by Mr. Robinson 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. Aug. 13, 2025
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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
JULY 2, 2025
The Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Water & Sewer Commission No. 1 met in regular session on Wednesday, July 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 Office Manager performed a roll call.
Board members present: Leroy Trim, Oscar Toups, Carla Gag- liano, and Kenneth Mire.
Absent: Charles Walters
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present.
Others present: Brian Tabor, Larry Barras, Amanda Lacoste and Jane Aucoin
Public Comment/Appearances: Kayla Du- pre representing Darnall, Sikes & Frederick
A motion was made by Leroy Trim and seconded by Oscar Toups to move Item B. up on the agenda. All voted aye.
Kayla Dupre representing Darnall, Sikes & Frederick presented the 2024 Audit Report to the Board.
A motion was made by Carla Gagliano and seconded by Oscar Toups to accept the 2024 Audit Ap- proval Presentation. All voted aye.
Approval of the minutes of the meetings held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
A motion was made by Leroy Trim and seconded by Oscar Toups to approve and dispense the reading of the minutes for regular session held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. 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 in- volving Deloach, LA DOTD and the Commission re- garding 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:
A. Discussion and any action on the hiring of a new employee.
Allowed for public comment: None
New Business:
A. Discussion and any action on matters discussed in executive session.
Allowed for public comment: None
No comments.
B. Discussion and any action for the 2024 Audit Approval Presentation, presented by Kayla Dupre.
Allowed for public comment: None
This item was moved to the beginning of the meeting.
C. Discussion and any action in reference to applying for a credit card for the district.
Allowed for public comment: None
A motion was made by Leroy Trim and seconded by Carla Gagliano to approve applying for a credit card with a limit of $1,500 to $2,000. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Reports:
A. Engineering Report: None
B. Managers Re- port
C. Outstanding Bills Report
A motion was made by Oscar Toups and seconded by Carla Gagliano to approve payment of the outstanding monthly bills. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Other Business allowed under Act 861
Adjournment
A motion was made by Leroy Trim and seconded by Carla Gagliano to adjourn the meeting at 6:35 P.M. All voted aye.
(S) Kenneth Mire
Kenneth Mire,
President
(S) Carla Gagliano
Carla Gagliano,
Secretary/
Treasurer
Adv. Aug. 13, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF SPECIAL
ELECTION
Pursuant to the provisions of a resolution adopted by the Parish School Board of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, for school purposes (the “Parish”), on April 10, 2025, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the Parish on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the Parish qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit:
PROPOSITION
(SALES TAX RENEWAL)
Shall the Parish School Board of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “School Board”), be authorized to continue to levy and collect a sales and use tax of 0.45 % (the “Tax”), for a period of 5 years, beginning July 1, 2026, in accordance with Louisiana law (an estimated $5,100,000 reasonably expected at this time to be collected from the levy of the Tax for an entire year), with the proceeds of the Tax (after paying the reasonable and necessary expenses of collecting and administering the Tax) to be dedicated and used to supplement salaries and benefits paid by the School Board for teachers and other personnel employed by the School Board?
Said special election will be held at each and every polling place in the Parish of St. Mary, which polls will open at seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. and close at eight o’clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541.
The polling places at the precincts in the Parish are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, shall be those persons designated according to law.
The revised estimated cost of this election as determined by the Secretary of State based upon the provisions of Chapter 8-A of Title 18 and actual costs of similar elections is $101,400.
The said special election will be held in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 5, Chapter 6-A and Chapter 6-B of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and the officers appointed to hold the said election, as provided in this Notice of Special Election, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, will make due returns thereof to said Governing Authority, and NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Governing Authority will meet at its regular meeting place, the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex, 474 Hwy. 317, Centerville, Louisiana, on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2025, at 5:30 P.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and de- clare the result of the said special election. All registered voters of the Parish are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used.
Adv. Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
St. Mary Parish Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 2A
Special Meeting
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Call to order 6:00 P. M.
Pledge of Allegiance by Mr. Patureau
Roll Call: Paul Rappmundt, Matthew Patureau, Nelda Dural, Don Hicks, and Shannon Boykin
Public Comment: None
New Business: Mr. Hicks made a motion to terminate the rental of the hydraulic pumps at Pump Station #9. Second by Mr. Boykin. All were in favor. Motion carried.
Mr. Boykin made a motion to give permission to Mr. Rappmundt to enter into an agreement with Associated Pump that would give the district first-right-of-refusal to re-rent the pumps during an emergency situation, especially the months be- tween June and October. Second by Mr. Hicks. All were in favor. Motion carried.
Mr. Hicks made a motion to retain Christina Bourg as secretary for DD2A. Second by Mrs. Dural. All were in favor. Mo- tion carried.
An open discussion was had re- garding issues that all new board members have encountered or re- ported to determine what re- quires immediate action and what can be addressed at a later date. Ditch maintenance, the CEA, board assets, maintenance/manager for Morgan City/Siracusaville area, the budget, pumpers, and the August 12th agenda items were discussed.
Old Business: The board discussed how they’d like to see bills reviewed, approv-ed, and paid moving forward. The board would like to establish a system where bills are reviewed, approv-ed, and paid twice a month.
Motion to Adjourn was made by Mr. Patureau. Second by Mrs. Dural. All were in favor. Motion carried. Meeting end-ed at 7:47 pm.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Recreation District No. 3 of the Parish of St. Mary will conduct a proposed budget hearing on Monday, August 25, 2025 at 5:15 pm at the Bayou Vista Community Center, Bayou Vista, Louisiana. The purpose of the hearing is to invite public comment in the budget process on the District’s operations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025.
The proposed budget is available for public inspection in the District’s offices at the Bayou Vista Community Center, 1333 Belleview Street Morgan City, LA 70380. Interested persons may examine the budget documents during regular office hours, Monday through Friday (8:00 am – 4:00 pm).
Brian Head,
President
Recreation District No. 3 of the Parish of St. Mary
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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF ST. MARY PARISH FIRE
PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 7
July 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
•Jermy Price
•Joseph Adyden
•Alvin Metrejean
Guest Present:
•Gerald Price
•Tim Matte
•Jennifer Mc- Donald
•Katie Gilmore
•Dennis Gilmore
•Brock Hollier,
Approval of minutes from June 2025 meeting. Motion by Joseph Adyden seconded by Jeremy Price all in favor.
Public Comment:
None
Treasure Report:
•Gave print out of Financials to board members. Motion by Martin Dehart seconded by Jeremy Price all in favor.
Report for the Chief:
•Sent to board by email.
Old Business:
None
New Business:
•Audit Report Presented by Pitts and Matte CPA. Motion by Jeremy Price seconded by Martin DeHart all in favor.
•Discussion to open a LAMP Ac- count for the Fire Protection 7. Mo- tion by Martin De- Hart seconded by Joseph Adyden all in favor
•Discussion to move District Funds into the LAMP Account. Motion my Jeremy Price seconded by Joe Adyden all in favor.
Motion to ad- journ the meeting by Martin Dehart, Seconded by Alvin Metrejean all in favor. Meeting adjourned at 7:10 pm.
Next Meeting date is August 5, 2025
S/G Andros
Williams
Andros Williams,
Chairman
S/G Glen Elliott
Glen Elliott,
Secretary
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NO- TICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana will meet and hold a Public Hearing in the Court Room of the City Court Building, 7261 Highway 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana, at 6:00 P.M., Tuesday, August 19, 2025 to hear objections and/or comments to the following recommendation:
A request from LAD INVESTMENTS LLC has been submitted to the Morgan City Planning and Zoning Commission to rezone parcels # 3224381005.00 & 3224381055.00, (Known as 1100 David Drive) from the current “B-2” (Business) zone designation to “R-2” (Residential). If approved, the amendment would allow the owner to utilize the property with all requirements afforded to a “R-2” district as per the Code of Ordinances of the City of Morgan City.
Copies of maps showing the proposed zoning change are on file at the office of Anthony Governale, Director of Planning & Zoning, located at Planning and Zoning, 509 Second Street, Morgan City, Louisiana to be viewed by all persons interested in familiarizing themselves with the proposed zoning change.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Mayor and Councilmen of Morgan City, Louisiana, at said place and time, will hear objections and/or comments to the proposed zoning change.
After hearing and passing on such objections, if any there be, said Planning & Zoning Commission of the Mayor and Councilmen of Morgan City, Louisiana will then proceed, if it so determines, to recommend to the Mayor and Councilmen to amend the “Zoning District Map” in accordance with laws, L.R.S. 33:4724 and L.R.S. 33:4725.
GIVEN THIS 6th DAY OF AUGUST
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY
(S) Frank
Judycki
FRANK
JUDYCKI,
CHAIRMAN
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NO- TICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana will meet and hold a Public Hearing in the Court Room of the City Court Building, 7261 Highway 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana, at 6:00 P.M., Tuesday, August 19, 2025 to hear objections and/or comments to the following recommendation:
A request from MK Dixon Funeral Home has been submitted to the Morgan City Planning and Zoning Commission to re- zone parcels # 3194381110.00, 3194381111.00, 3194381112, 3194381113.00, 3194381114.00 & 3194381115.00 (Known as 1201 6th St.) from the current “R-3” (Residential) zone designation to “R-4A” (Residential). If approved, the amendment would allow the owner to utilize the property as a Funeral Visitation Facility/Administrative Offices.
Copies of maps showing the proposed zoning change are on file at the office of Anthony Governale, Director of Planning & Zoning, located at Planning and Zoning, 509 Second Street, Morgan City, Louisiana to be viewed by all persons interested in familiarizing themselves with the proposed zoning change.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Mayor and Councilmen of Morgan City, Louisiana, at said place and time, will hear objections and/or comments to the proposed zoning change.
After hearing and passing on such objections, if any there be, said Planning & Zoning Commission of the Mayor and Councilmen of Morgan City, Louisiana will then proceed, if it so determines, to recommend to the Mayor and Councilmen to amend the “Zoning District Map” in accordance with laws, L.R.S. 33:4724 and L.R.S. 33:4725.
GIVEN THIS 6th DAY OF AUGUST
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY
(S) Frank
Judycki
FRANK
JUDYCKI,
CHAIRMAN
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with Act 186 of 1984 the public is hereby notified that the proposed budget of the St. Mary Parish Tourist Commission (dba Cajun Coast Tourism) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, as well as the amended budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, is available for in- spection at 900 Dr. MLK Blvd., Morgan City, Louisiana, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday thru Friday.
Also, the public is hereby notified that a public hearing will be held on September 17, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. at the St. Mary Parish Tourist Commission office located at 900 Dr. MLK Blvd., Morgan City, Louisiana. The purpose of this public hearing is to allow citizens to provide comments and opinions on the proposed budget of St. Mary Parish Tourist Commission for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2025, as well as the amended budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023 and ending September 30, 2024.
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