Public notices for Aug. 16, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF BERWICK, STATE OF LOUISIANA TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY
August 8, 2023
The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana, met in regular session at their regular meeting place, the Town Hall, Berwick, Louisiana, Tuesday August 8 2023, at six (6:00) o’clock p.m.
There were present: Council members Colleen Askew, Kevin Hebert, Raymond Price, James Richard, and Lud Henry.
Absent: None
Pastor Herb Stanley from Cornerstone Ministries led the prayer.
Assistant Police Chief Jonathan Henry led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana were duly convened as the governing authority of said Town, led by the Honorable Duval Arthur Jr, Mayor, who then stated that the Mayor and Council were ready for the transaction of business.
The minutes of the previous meeting were approved without reading upon motion James Richard and seconded by Lud Henry.
The Treasurer’s report, having been re- viewed, was ap- proved without reading upon motion by Lud Henry and seconded by James Richard.
The Beacon was shining on Ms. Crystal Stansbury for August 2023. Ms. Stansbury works as the manager for the Berwick Dollar General and has been instrumental in the success of our Christmas Toy Drive that is done each year for children living in Berwick. The program provides Christmas gifts for children who would likely not receive gifts for Christmas.
Guest for the August 2023 meeting was Ms. Beverly Domengeaux from St. Mary Council on Aging, who was happy to report that everything is running well. She also extended thanks to everyone that donated fans to help keep the seniors cool this summer.
Assistant Police Chief Jonathan Henry stated that the monthly report will be submitted at a later date for the month of July. Assistant Chief Henry reported that the department, along with the Berwick Fire Department re- cently held two back to school events for the local youth. The events went great and they plan to try and make them an annual event. The department also visited three local schools this week to perform Active Shooter Drills. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, Fire report.
Fire Chief Jody Acosta presented the fire report for July 2023. Chief Acosta stated that the fire department responded to 14 emergency calls. There were 5 alarms, 4 investigations, 1 structure fire, 1 vehicle fire, and 3 motor vehicle accidents. Chief Acosta also reported that they have had great success recruiting volunteer fire fighters to join the volunteer fire department. There are 36 highly qualified members at this time. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, the Public Works re- port.
Public Works Director Rafael Lopez presented the public works report for July, 2023. Mr. Lopez stated that town crews are working on many projects at this time. Crews are repairing streets and sidewalks, repairing water leaks, cutting grass on the highways and other projects. He also reported that they will be looking into cleaning out the drainage ditches around Pattie Drive. After no further comments, the Mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, consulting engineer’s report.
Town Engineer Mr. Reid Miller reported that they currently have no active projects, but have received preliminary approval for the Country Club Estates Drainage Project. The application that includes the updated cost for the project will be submitted soon and should take two or three months to receive a response from the state. Once we receive a response, we will move into the bid process for the project. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, committee reports.
The Planning and Zoning, Recreation, Economic Development, and Public Safety Committees had nothing to report.
The Historical Committee reported that the town market will start back up in September. The committee will also be working on a “Hometown Heroes Project”. After no further committee reports, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, ordinances.
Item No. 1 under Ordinances Introduce/Adopt – Introduce Ordinance No. 741 – Amend 2022-23 Consolidate Budget. Upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Raymond Price, the ordinance was introduced by a unanimous roll call vote.
Item No. 2 under Ordinances Introduce/Adopt – Introduce Ordinance No. 742 – Consolidate Budget 2023-24. Upon motion by Kevin Hebert and seconded by Raymond Price, the ordinance was introduced by a unanimous roll call vote.
Item No. 3 under Ordinances Introduce/Adopt – In- troduce Ordinance No. 743 – Ordinance to repeal section 10-31. Up- on motion by Lud Henry and seconded by James Richard, the ordinance was introduced by a unanimous roll call vote.
Item No. 1 under New Business – Deborah Price – International Lighthouse & Lightship Weekend – August 18 – 20, 2023. Ms. Price is seeking approval to host The International Lighthouse/Lightship Weekend at the Berwick riverfront on August 18 through August 20, 2023. Upon motion by Lud Henry and seconded by James Richard, the request was approved un- animously.
Item No. 2 under New Business – Patrick Hebert – announce my candidacy for St. Mary Parish Council District 6. Mr. Hebert announced his candidacy for the St. Mary Parish Council District 6 and appreciate the support of the mayor and council. District 6 will now represent 100 percent of Berwick.
Item No. 3 under New Business - Executive Session – Docket – Potential claims against the manufacturers of firefighting foam products and other products containing perflouralkyl substances. Upon motion by Raymond Price and seconded by Lud Henry, the executive session was approved by a un- animous roll call vote. Mayor and council left the courtroom to go into executive session. After the executive session was completed, the mayor and council returned to the courtroom.
Upon motion by Raymond Price and seconded by Colleen Askew, the agenda was ex- panded by a unanimous roll call vote.
Item No. 1 – Expanded Agenda – Add a line item to Ordinance No. 742 – 2023-24 Consolidated Budget to include an additional officer to the police de- partment staff. Upon motion by Lud Henry and seconded by Raymond Price, the addition was approved by a unanimous roll call vote.
There being no further business to come before the Council, upon motion by Raymond Price and seconded by James Richard, the motion to adjourn was approved unanimously.
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Duval H. Arthur Jr –
Mayor
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Jamie Keith –
Town Clerk
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Notice is hereby given that sealed bid will be received by the St. Mary Parish Government Purchasing Department until, Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. on the Fifth Floor Courthouse, 500 Main St. Franklin, LA 70538 for the following:
“MOSQUITO CONTROL CHEMICALS CONTRACT”
Then and their bids will be opened and read aloud. Bids received after the specified time and date will not be opened or recognized. Specifications and contract documents for the above can be ob- tained upon re- quest from the St. Mary Parish Purchasing Department on the Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, LA 70538 and can be downloaded from Central Bidding at www.centralbidding.com Bids may be submitted electronically at Central Bidding or mailed to the office of St. Mary Parish Government Purchasing Department.
ENVELOPES MUST BE MARKED AS FOLLOWS:
“BIDS FOR MOSQUITO CONTROL CHEMICALS”
ST. MARY PARISH GOVERNMENT
PURCHASING DEPARTMENT
500 MAIN ST. FIFTH FLOOR COURTHOUSE
FRANKLIN, LA 70538
St. Mary Parish Government re- serves the right to reject any and/or all bids to wave informalities in any/or all bids, and to award the contract in the best interest of St. Mary Parish.
Thus Done and signed at Franklin, Parish of St. Mary, Louisiana on this 16th day of August, 2023
(S) David Hanagriff
David Hanagriff
Parish President
St. Mary Parish Government
Adv. Aug. 16, 18, 23 and 25, 2023

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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 28, 2023 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, 2024.
The proposed budget is available for public inspection in the District’s offices at the Bayou Vista Community Center, 1333 Bellview Street, Morgan City, LA 70380. Interested persons may examine the budget documents during regular office hours, Monday through Friday (9:00 am – 3:00 pm).
Brian Head,
President
Recreation District No. 3 of the Parish of St. Mary
Adv. July 21, 26, 28, Aug. 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 and 23, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
August 9, 2023
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, August 23, 2023, 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 amending Ordinance No. 2079 to rename the “Save Our Children Mentoring Center” to the “Will ‘Reggie’ Harrell – Charles ‘Butch’ Middleton Save Our Children Mentoring Center”.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council at 337-828-4100, Ext. 505, describing the assistance that is necessary.
Your attendance will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
INVITATION FOR BIDS
COMPLETE LAWN SERVICE
SOLICITATION NUMBER
2023-08-21
August 9, 2023
The Housing Authority of the City of Morgan City is accepting bids for contract lawn service for its scattered site units located in Morgan City, LA. Contract period is October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024 with option to renew for a one (1) year period. Bidding documents may be obtained at the Housing Authority Administrative Office at 336 Wren Street, Morgan City, LA Monday-Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. You may request an electronic copy of the bid packet by contacting: Mr.Crobinson@att.net. Office Telephone Number is (985) 384-5118. All requests must be in writing. The Housing Authority of Morgan City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Deadline for all bids to be turned in is for Monday, August 21, 2023 at 2:00pm. Award will be made on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at the agency monthly board meeting.
Adv. Aug. 16 and 18, 2023

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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 Kemper Williams Park Advisory Committee.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until September 7, 2023, at Noon.
The creation of this Advisory Committee did not specify any qualifications for appointment.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and Noon and 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. 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 September 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in 3the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. Aug. 16 and 30, 2023

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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 Recreation District No. 2.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until September 7, 2023, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 33:4564.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and Noon and 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. 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 September 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. Aug. 16 and 30, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
A MEETING OF THE LEPA OPERATING COMMITTEE WILL BE HELD AT THE LEPA MAIN OFFICE LOCATED AT 210 VENTURE WAY, LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA 70507, ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 AT 10:30 A.M.
OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING
AGENDA
MEETING DATE: August 17, 2023
MEETING PLACE: LEPA Main Office, 210 Venture Way
Lafayette, LA 70507
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 June 15, 2023 Operating Committee 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) Request for approval to modify Section 4.8 of the LEPA Policies and Procedures Manual to add the job title of ‘Energy Operations Aide’
(b) Request for approval to add ‘Rule 17 – Ethical Standards for LEPA Employees’ to the LEPA Policies and Procedures Manual
(c) Request for approval to add ‘Rule 18 – Flag Etiquette and Guidelines’ to the LEPA Policies and Procedures Manual
ITEM 7 ADJOURNMENT
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
BERWICK-BAYOU VISTA JOINT WATERWORKS COMMISSION
POST OFFICE BOX 322
BERWICK, LA 70342
(985) 384-8990
Chairman – Herb Mashburn, Vice Chairman – N.A. Hensgens, Jr., Vice Chairman – Troy Lombardo, Vice Chairman – Paul T. Tholen
A regular meeting of the Berwick – Bayou Vista Joint Waterworks Commission was called at the Berwick Civic Center, 300 Patti Drive, Berwick, La. At 5:30 P.M., July 13, 2023.
Board Members Present: Herb Mashburn, Paul Tholen, N.A. Hensgens, Jr and Troy Lombardo.
Others Present: Jacob Dupuy, Kenny Bertrand, Tori Henry, Joel Miller of Miller Engineering and Gerard Bourgeois, Bourgeois Law
The meeting was called to order by Herb Mashburn.
It was moved by Troy Lombardo, seconded by Paul Tholen and unanimously agreed to accept the minutes from the June meeting.
It was moved by Paul Tholen, seconded by N.A. Hensgens, Jr., and unanimously agreed to accept accounts payable & treasurer’s report for the month of June.
It was moved by N.A. Hensgens, Jr., seconded by Troy Lombardo and unanimously agreed to expand the agenda to discuss pending litigation against manufacturer(s) of firefighting foam products (known as “aqueous film forming foam” or “AFFF”) and/or other products containing perfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”) (including perfluorooctanoic acid (“PFOA” or “C8”), perfluorooctane sulfonate (“PFOS”), and any other related compounds). After much discussion, N.A. Hensgens, Jr. moved, Troy Lombardo seconded and unanimously approved action to be filed, pending review of attorney contract by all commissioners.
Jacob Dupuy reported that he submitted a response to the sanitary survey prior to the July 5th deadline and he also compiled a “wish list” of future capital improvements.
Joel Miller reported that Frisco will begin the valve project next week.
Herb Mashburn reported that the new employee has passed his 90 day probationary period and has been performing satisfactory.
There being no further business to come before the Board, it was moved by Paul Tholen, seconded by Troy Lombardo and unanimously agreed that the meeting be ad- journed.
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Chairman
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL OF THE
PARISH OF ST. MARY, STATE OF LOUISIANA
JULY 26, 2023
FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA
The St. Mary Parish Council met on this date in Regular Session with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present: Craig A. Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick J. Hebert, James W. Bennett, Jr., Mark A. Duhon, and Dean S. Adams. Absent were Scott Ramsey, Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D., and Chief Administrative Officer, Jean Paul Bourg.
The Invocation was pronounced by Mr. Bennett and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Duhon.
Mr. Olander moved that the reading of the First Regular Meeting, July 12, 2023, be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
Cullen Curole, South Central Planning and Development Commission Attorney appeared before the Council to discuss the Restore Louisiana Small Business Loan Program. He in- formed that the purpose is to aid businesses that were affected by Hurricane Ida. He expounded on qualifications, eligibility requirements, and loan terms.
In response to Mr. Duhon’s inquiry, Mr. Curole stated that applications will be ac- cepted through December 31, 2023 and that South Central Louisiana was given $25 million for the Ida area Parishes.
Per. Rev. Mathews’ inquiry, Mr. Cullen ex- plained the loan approval process and that he is not aware of any applicants that have been awarded.
Senator R. L. “Bret” Allain, II appeared before the Council to update on Capital Outlay for the past year. He informed that David Allain, Director of West St. Mary Parish Port Harbor & Terminal District, passed away today and asked for a brief moment of silence.
Senator Allain expounded on sewer and water projects, the Atchafalaya Basin En- hancement Project, several DOTD projects, and several improvements throughout St. Mary Parish.
In response to Rev. Mathews’ in- quiry regarding the overlay of Highway 318, Senator Allain stated that this project was funded the previous year and that weight specifications are to be constructed to 100,000 pound weight limit for cane trucks.
Mr. Duhon thanked Senator Allain for all that he has done for St. Mary Parish and the State of Louisiana. He informed that he found a clerical error on the grant application that was completed by the grant writer stating that the Lake Palourde Road Project cost estimate should have been $1.2 million instead of $260,000.
Several Council Members thanked Senator Allain for all that he has done for St. Mary Parish.
Senator Allain informed that he is termed out and will not be running for office but of- fered any knowledge he has to help.
Per Mr. Hebert’s inquiry relative to overturning Governor John Bel Edwards’ vetoing of House Bill 648, which Prohibits certain procedures and treatments to alter the sex of a minor child, Senator Allain stated that the Governor’s veto message is available for re- view online.
Josh Manning, South Central Planning and Development Commission appeared before the Council to discuss the Redistricting Ordinances. He in- formed that this does not affect the redistricting plan, however, it will have a few more lockouts.
In response to Mr. Duhon’s inquiry, Mr. Manning stated that the maps will remain the same.
Per Mr. Hebert’s inquiry, Mr. Manning stated that he does not know how many precincts will have lockouts.
In response to Mr. Bennett’s in- quiry relative to moving precincts lines, Mr. Manning stated that two were moved in Morgan City and one in the Baldwin area.
Per Rev. Mathews’ inquiry regarding the timeline, Mr. Manning stated that he spoke with the Secretary of State and that this will not delay elections.
Mayor Lee Dragna, City of Morgan City appeared be- fore the Council to discuss Pump Station No. 9 relative to Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 2A. He stated that the pumps were having vibration issues and that a pump test confirmed that water was not being drained from the ditches. He ex- pounded on a meeting he had with T. Baker Smith Engineering and experts from Florida relative to miscalculating the head pressure and elevation. His concern is that the City of Morgan City will flood in a major rain or hurricane event be- cause the new pump station is inadequate.
In response to Mr. Duhon’s inquiry, Mayor Dragna stated that his suggestion is to move at least two (2) pumps. Mr. Duhon informed that two drainage board members are in attendance. Mayor Dragna stated that he be- lieves T. Bake Smith Engineering is responsible because the contractor built it exactly to the plans.
Parish President David Hanagriff expounded on the original design approval in 2018 and suggested that they rely on advice from the experts and work together.
Mayor Dragna expounded on the beginning of the project when he was Chairman of the drainage district and also expounded on suggestions from Charlie Solar, President of Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 2.
Javon Charles, Recreation District No. 3 Board Member, appeared be- fore the Council to discuss appointments of this board and asked the Council to consider appointing two of the three new applicants. He also expounded on a letter he emailed to the Council Members explaining his concerns.
In absence of Chief Administrative Officer, Jean Paul Bourg, his report for a two (2) week period ending July 26, 2023 was handed out to the Council.
Mrs. Hidalgo in- formed the Council that pursuant to the announcement from South Central Planning and Development Commission, the special meeting that was scheduled for August 2, 2023 has been cancelled.
Item 1 of Mr. Bourg’s report stated, “relative to the Bayou Ramos Bridge, DOTD has advised that bids will be let for this project on September 13, 2023. The contract should be awarded toward the end of September and the project should begin in December.”
Per Mr. Duhon’s inquiry relative to the working days on the concrete roadway improvements to Duhon Boulevard, Item 2 of Mr. Bourg’s report stated, “Byron E. Talbot Contractor, Inc. is the contractor for this project. The Notice to Proceed was issued for this project and construction began on July 10, 2023. The estimated time for the project is 90 working days.”
Planning & Zoning Director, Tammy Luke presented the following items as recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission at their July 17, 2023 regular meeting:
a. Recommend Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval –
Name: Miller Engineers representing Carroll J. Bonin
P.O. Box 223
Franklin, LA 70538
Address: 19343 & 19335 Hwy. 182 Jeanerette, LA
Parcel Id# Parcel #1935021014.00 & Parcel Id# 1935021022.00 - Sec. 68 T13S R8E –
-Parcel Id# 1935021014.00-Lot Tract 11 Homer Gonsoulin part BD Hwy. 90 - Gonsoulin –
Gonsoulin - Bonin Acq. 16B 142574 &
-Parcel Id# 1935021022.00-Lot Tract 16-A Homer Gonsoulin part per Plat 32T
228160 Acq. 41K 261898. Improvement on the land of Bonin Carroll J Acq. 41k 261898.
Zoned: Single Family (SR) Zoned District
PURPOSE: as shown on a plat titled “Plan of Land Showing Lots 11 & 16A of the Home Gonsoulin Partition as per COB 32-T, Entry No. 228,160 to be resubdivided into Tracts “11A”, “16-1”, & “16A-2” situated in: Sections 68 T13S-R8E St. Mary Parish, Louisiana Southwestern Land District” Dwg No. 14836, dated July 9, 2022-Revised May 19, 2023.”
b. Recommend Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval –
Name: Laurie & William Deslatte represented by David Deslatte
P.O. Box 223
Franklin, LA 70538
Address: 9071 Hwy. 182, Centerville, LA
Parcel Id# Parcel #2504561074.00-2504561189.00-2504561075.00- Sec. 2 T14S R9E –
Parcel Id# 2504561074.00- Lot rem por BD LA 182 - Presbyterian Manse - M Cary - Ln Acq. 23K 187297. Improvement on the Land of Deslatte Kelly C Acq 23K 187297.
Parcel Id# 2504561189.00- Lot rem por BD Centerville Methodist Church- M Cary - A Hunter - Elm St. Acq 23K 187297; Parcel Id# 2504561075.00- Lot rem por BD M Cary - Presbyterian Manse - R Luke - M Cary and Centerville Methodist Church Acq 23K 187297.
Zoned: Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District
PURPOSE: as shown on a plat titled “Showing Property BE; Parish Survey & Partition of 14.112 acres belonging to Laurie and William Deslatte Estate New tracts are herein designated as Tract “YY-B-D-E-F-G-H-bb-YY,” Tract “EE-DD-CC-BB-AA-Z-HH-GG-FF-EE” & Tract “A-YY-bb-H-G-J-K-L-M-N-P-Q-R-S-T-U-V-W-X-Y-X-Z-AA-BB-CC-KK-LL-MM-NN-PP-QQ-RR-SS-TT-UU-VV-WW-XX-A” situated in: Sections 37 T15S- R10E;Parish of St. Mary Parish, State of Louisiana”, re- vised June 21, 2023.”
Mr. Adams recommends Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Approval for:
Name: Miller Engineers representing Carroll J. Bonin
P.O. Box 223
Franklin, LA 70538
Address: 19343 & 19335 Hwy. 182 Jeanerette, LA
Parcel Id# Parcel #1935021014.00 & Parcel Id# 1935021022.00 - Sec. 68 T13S R8E –
-Parcel Id# 1935021014.00-Lot Tract 11 Homer Gonsoulin part BD Hwy. 90 - Gonsoulin –
Gonsoulin - Bonin Acq. 16B 142574 &
-Parcel Id# 1935021022.00-Lot Tract 16-A Homer Gonsoulin part per Plat 32T
228160 Acq. 41K 261898. Improvement on the land of Bonin Carroll J Acq. 41k 261898.
Zoned: Single Family (SR) Zoned District
PURPOSE: as shown on a plat titled “Plan of Land Showing Lots 11 & 16A of the Home Gonsoulin Partition as per COB 32-T, Entry No. 228,160 to be resubdivided into Tracts “11A”, “16-1”, & “16A-2” situated in: Sections 68 T13S-R8E St. Mary Parish, Louisiana Southwestern Land District” Dwg No. 14836, dated July 9, 2022-Revised May 19, 2023.”
Mr. Bennett seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Adams recommends Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Approval for:
Name: Laurie & William Deslatte represented by David Deslatte
P.O. Box 223
Franklin, LA 70538
Address: 9071 Hwy. 182, Centerville, LA
Parcel Id# Parcel #2504561074.00-2504561189.00-2504561075.00- Sec. 2 T14S R9E –
Parcel Id# 2504561074.00- Lot rem por BD LA 182 - Presbyterian Manse - M Cary - Ln Acq. 23K 187297. Improvement on the Land of Deslatte Kelly C Acq 23K 187297.
Parcel Id# 2504561189.00- Lot rem por BD Centerville Methodist Church- M Cary - A Hunter - Elm St. Acq 23K 187297; Parcel Id# 2504561075.00- Lot rem por BD M Cary - Presbyterian Manse - R Luke - M Cary and Centerville Methodist Church Acq 23K 187297.
Zoned: Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District
PURPOSE: as shown on a plat titled “Showing Property BE; Parish Survey & Partition of 14.112 acres belonging to Laurie and William Deslatte Estate New tracts are herein designated as Tract “YY-B-D-E-F-G-H-bb-YY,” Tract “EE-DD-CC-BB-AA-Z-HH-GG-FF-EE” & Tract “A-YY-bb-H-G-J-K-L-M-N-P-Q-R-S-T-U-V-W-X-Y-X-Z-AA-BB-CC-KK-LL-MM-NN-PP-QQ-RR-SS-TT-UU-VV-WW-XX-A” situated in: Sections 37 T15S- R10E;Parish of St. Mary Parish, State of Louisiana”, revised June 21, 2023.”
Mr. Bennett seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Adams mov-ed that the Public Hearing Report July 12, 2023 be accepted. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Hebert re- ported on the re- cent NaCo Conference that he attended this week in Austin, Texas.
Mr. Ina introduced the following Ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO.
An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2079 to rename the Save Our Children Mentoring Center and repealing all ordinances in conflict herewith.
THIS
ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OFFICE
Mr. Adams mov-ed to table Item 13A, “FOR ADOPTION - An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2152 to require that all meeting of Boards and Commissions must be held monthly,” to a time uncertain. Mr. Rulf seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Adams mov-ed that the following Ordinance be adopted. Mr. Du- hon seconded the motion, which carried by the following 9-0-0-2 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Mathews, Ina, Olander, Rulf, Hebert, Bennett, Duhon, Adams, and Hidalgo
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ramsey and Rink
ORDINANCE NO. 2343
An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Re- zonings (Zoning Map Amendments).
THIS
ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OFFICE
EXHIBIT “A”
Name: Blane Aucoin
Address: 1028 Lake Palourde Rd, Amelia, LA
Parcel Id# Parcel #3524241120.00 - Sec.20 T16S R13E - Lot BD Aucoin – Aucoin – Aucoin - Aucoin less parcel 5-5 per 31F 222544 Acq. 42H 265361.
PURPOSE: to rezone from Heavy Industrial (HI) Zoned District to Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District to allow for a One Recreational Ve- hicle.
Mr. Olander moved that the following Resolutions be adopted. Rev. Mathews seconded the motion, which carried by the following 9-0-0-2 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Ina, Olander, Rulf, Hebert, Bennett, Duhon, Adams, Hidalgo, and Mathews
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ramsey and Rink
RESOLUTION
A Resolution providing for the approval and authorization for Change Order No. 2 relative to the Swing Span Bridge Improvements project.
WHEREAS, a certain contract has been entered into between the St. Mary Parish Council and Coastal Contractors, LLC, P.O. Box 14056, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70898, relative to the Swing Span Bridge Improvements project, and
WHEREAS, the items as shown on Change Order No. 2 will result in an increase of 31 days in the contract time.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the St. Mary Parish Council does hereby approve the issuance of Change Order No. 2 covering an increase of 31 days in the contract time for the Swing Span Bridge Im- provements project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that the President of St. Mary Parish, David Hanagriff, be and he is hereby authorized to execute Change Order No. 2 on behalf of the St. Mary Parish Council.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 26th day of July 2023.
APPROVED:
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
RESOLUTION
A Resolution providing for the approval and authorization for Change Order No. 3 relative to the Interior Renovations at Fairview Treatment Center.
WHEREAS, a certain contract has been entered into between the St. Mary Parish Council and Rock Enterprises Construction, LLC, P.O. Box 640487, Kenner, Louisiana 70064, relative to the Interior Renovations at Fairview Treatment Center, and
WHEREAS, the items as shown on Change Order No. 3 will result in a decrease of $7,465.00 in the contract price.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the St. Mary Parish Council does hereby approve the issuance of Change Order No. 3 covering a de- crease of $7,465.00 in the contract price for the Interior Renovations at Fairview Treatment Center.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that the President of St. Mary Parish, David Hanagriff, be and he is hereby authorized to execute Change Order No. 3 on behalf of the St. Mary Parish Council.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 26th day of July 2023.
APPROVED:
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
RESOLUTION
Resolution ratifying actions of David Hanagriff, Parish President, approving and authorizing the Parish President to execute a previously executed Contract with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries relative to the Black Bear Conflict Management Program.
WHEREAS, David Hanagriff, Parish President to execute a previously executed Contract with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries relative to the Black Bear Conflict Management Program.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the St. Mary Parish Council does hereby ratify the actions of David Hanagriff, President of the Parish of St. Mary, and he is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the Parish Council, to execute a previously executed Contract with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries relative to the Black Bear Conflict Management Program, with said agreement to contain such terms, conditions, and stipulations as he may best see fit, he being fully authorized in the premises.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 26th day of July 2023.
APPROVED:
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
RESOLUTION
Resolution ap- proving and authorizing the Parish President to execute Amendment No. 1 to Task Order No. 2 of the MSA with Aptim dated January 5, 2023, relative to the Segmented Circle project at the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport.
BE IT RESOLV-ED, that David Hanagriff, President of the Parish of St. Mary, be and he is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the Parish Council, to execute Amendment No. 1 to Task Order No. 2 of the MSA with Aptim dated January 5, 2023, relative to the Segmented Circle project at the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport, with said contract to contain such terms, conditions, and stipulations as he may best see fit, he being fully authorized in the premises.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 26th day of July 2023.
APPROVED:
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
OLD BUSINESS:
A. Referred from the March 22, 2023, Regular Meeting – Appointments to the following Boards and Commissions:
Industrial Development Board –
1 Vacancy
Javon Charles
Mr. Bennett moved that Javon Charles be ap- pointed to the In- dustrial Development Board. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
B. Referred from the July 12, 2023, Regular Meeting – Appointments to the following Boards and Commissions:
Recreation
District No. 3 (Bayou Vista) –
1 Vacancy
Jeffery C. Fitter, M.D. – Present Member, Kasey Crappell, Marla Levine, Edward Gay VI
Mr. Hebert stated that he spoke with Mr. Ramsey and that he recommends to reappoint Jeffery C. Fitter, M.D.
In absence of Mr. Ramsey, Mr. Hebert moved that Jeffery C. Fitter, M.D. be reappointed to Recreation District No. 3. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Gerren Thibodeaux has written on May 24, 2023, to resign from the Recreation District No. 2 Board of Commissioners.
Mr. Thibodeaux will be sent a letter thanking him for his service and the vacancy will be advertised.
B. Mr. Ina to request an allocation of $1,800 from Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, & 10 3/10% Sales Tax Fund to the City of Franklin for “Back to School Community Health and Wellness Fair.”
Mr. Ina moved that funds in the amount of $1,800 be allocated to the City of Franklin for “Back to School Community Health and Wellness Fair from Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, & 10 3/10% Sales Tax Fund. Rev. Mathews seconded the motion, which carried.
C. Appointments to the following Boards and Commissions:
Recreation
District No. 3 (Bayou Vista) –
1 Vacancy
Jeffery C. Fitter, M.D. – Present Member, Kasey Crappell, Marla Levine, Edward Gay VI
Mr. Hebert stated that he spoke with Mr. Ramsey and that he recommends appointing Edward Gay, VI.
In absence of Mr. Ramsey, Mr. Hebert moved that Edward Gay, VI be appointed to Recreation District No. 3. Mr. Olander seconded the motion, which carried.
Recreation
District No. 4 – (Patterson) –
2 Vacancies
No Applications received.
Lisa Morgan informed that ap- plications were re- ceived after the deadline from Edward Austin and Vinnie Byrd and will be placed on the August 9, 2023 agenda.
St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer
Commission
No. 1 (Amelia) – 2 Vacancies
Oscar Toups, Leroy Trim
Mr. Duhon mov-ed that Oscar Toups and Leroy Trim be appointed to Water and Sewer Commission No. 1. Mr. Ina seconded the motion, which carried.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
S/G GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo,
Chairperson
S/G LISA C.
MORGAN
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING REPORT
JULY 26, 2023
FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA
The St. Mary Parish Council held a Public Hearing on this date with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present: Craig A. Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick J. Hebert, James W. Bennett, Jr., Mark A. Duhon, and Dean S. Adams. Absent were and Scott Ramsey and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.
The purpose of the Public Meeting will be to receive written and/or oral comments and to adopt the following ordinances:
An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2152 to require that all meeting of Boards and Commissions must be held monthly.
An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Re- zonings (Zoning Map Amendments). (Blane Aucoin)
There were no written and/or oral comments received regarding these ordinances.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
s/g Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo,
Chairperson
s/g Lisa C. Morgan
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Centerville,
Louisiana
July 13, 2023
The St. Mary Parish School Board met in regular session on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at 5:30 p.m., in the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex in Centerville, Louisiana, with the following members answering to roll call:
Present: Mr. Joseph C. Foulcard Jr., Ms. Tammie L. Moore, Mrs. Lindsey T. Anslem, Ms. Debra R. Jones, Mrs. Ginger S. Griffin, Ms. Marilyn P. LaSalle, Mr. Murphy J. Pontiff Jr., Mr. Chad M. Paradee, Mrs. Alaina L. Black, Mr. Andrew V. Mancuso, Mrs. Rhonda R. Dennis.
Absent: None
Invocation
Ms. Estay gave the Invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
President Black led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
Appearances:
Recognition of newly appointed Dean of Students positions:
Ms. Estay recognized and congratulated the new appointees as follows:
•J. S. Aucoin Elementary: Melanie Olivier (formerly J. S. Aucoin Elementary School SEL Coach)
•Bayou Vista Elementary: Erik Savory (formerly Berwick Junior High School Social Studies Teacher)
•W. P. Foster Elementary: Krieg Triggs (formerly Hattie Watts Elementary School PE Teacher)
•LaGrange Elementary: Kendra Thomas (formerly J. B. Maitland Elementary School SEL Coach)
•J. B. Maitland Elementary: Herman Hartman (formerly Morgan City Junior High School PE Teacher)
•M. E. Norman Elementary: Yvette Pogue (formerly Wyandotte Elementary School SEL Coach)
•Wyandotte Elementary: Amanda Chase (formerly Wyandotte Elementary School Curriculum Facilitator)
Recognition of newly appointed Social Studies Program Manager:
Ms. Estay recognized and congratulated Ms. Courtney Andrews (formerly Patterson High School Principal) as the newly appointed Social Studies Program Manager for the St. Mary Parish School Board.
Candidate for St. Mary Parish Clerk of Court
Mr. Greg Aucoin announced to the Board that he will be a candidate for the St. Mary Parish Clerk of Court in the upcoming fall election. He spent his entire professional career in public services. He asked that the citizens of St. Mary Parish support him in the October 2023 election by electing him for the Clerk of Court’ position.
Approval of Amended Agenda.
No amended agenda.
Approval of Official School Board Minutes.
Mrs. Griffin offered the motion and Mrs. Dennis offered the second to approve the official school board minutes from the regular school board meeting held on June 8, 2023. All in favor and the motion carried.
Approval of Consent Agenda.
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 as follows:
New Business
Personnel:
Item 2. *Award Bids:
A. *Custodial Supplies
Item 3. *Ap- prove Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Sixteenth Judicial District Office of the District Attorney and Family Service Division for Early Intervention Programs.
Item 4. *Ap- prove Memorandum of Understanding for the Foster Grandparent Program.
Item 5. Approve the 2023-2024 Pupil Progression Plan.
Item 7. *Authorize RFP or negotiation process for casualty insurance for the year commencing October 1, 2023.
Item 10. *Ap- prove extending the Castex Energy mineral lease at Bayou Carlin from a one-year lease to a two-year lease.
Item 11. *Ap- prove the Revival and Ratification of the Bayou Carline Pipeline Right-of-Way agreement with Energy XXl.
Item 12. *Ap- prove the amendment of the lease agreement be- tween the St. Mary Parish School Board and the State of Louisiana, through the De- partment of Wildlife and Fisheries, regarding a tract of sixteenth section land located in Township 16 South, Range 12 East, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, generally known as Texaco’s Bate-man Lake Dock Facility, which previously re- newed at the May 11, 2023 board meeting.
Item 16. *Ap- prove banking resolutions authorizing signatories at various schools as a result of recent appointments.
Item 17. *Permission to advertise bid for the roofing projects at Franklin Jr. High and St. Mary Alternative School using ESSERS funds.
Mrs. Griffin made a motion to approve the consent agenda, with the exception of moving Item 1 A* to Business Affairs for further discussion. Ms. Moore made a second, all in favor and the motion carried.
Business Af- fairs:
Item 1. *Ap- prove job description for: (Moved from Consent)
A. *Bus Foreman (NEW)
Mrs. Griffin made a motion and seconded by Ms. Moore to approve the job description for the new Bus Foreman position, as presented by Ms. Estay. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 6. Approve Student and Visitor Clear Bag Policy to be enforced on all St. Mary Parish School Board facilities, at all events, during all hours.
Mr. Mancuso moved to postpone the Student and Visitor Clear Bag Policy to be en- forced on all St. Mary Parish School Board facilities, at all events, during all hours, as presented by Dr. Sanders. Mo- tion not seconded; motion failed.
Ms. LaSalle made a motion and seconded by Ms. Jones to approve the Student and Visitor Clear Bag Policy to be en- forced on all St. Mary Parish School Board facilities, at all events, during all hours, as presented by Dr. Sanders. A roll call vote was taken as follows:
Yeas: Mr. Joseph C. Foulcard, Jr., Ms. Tammie L. Moore, Ms. Debra R. Jones, Mrs. Ginger S. Griffin, Ms. Marilyn P. LaSalle, Mr. Murphy J. Pontiff Jr., Mr. Chad M. Paradee, Mrs. Alaina L. Black, and Mrs. Rhonda R. Dennis.
Nays: Mr. Andrew V. Mancuso, and Mrs. Lindsey T. Anslem.
Abstain: None
Absent: None
The motion passed with 9 yeas, 2 nays, 0 abstains, and 0 absents.
Item 8. Approve student accident insurance for year commencing August 1, 2023.
Mrs. Carmel Breaux with Norris Consulting provided an overview of the student accident insurance and recommended that the Board renew the policy commencing August 1, 2023, for the amount of $43,121.
Mr. Foulcard made a motion and seconded by Mr. Mancuso to ap- prove the student accident insurance for year commencing August 1, 2023, as presented by Mrs. Carmel Breaux. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 9. Approve engagement of auditors to perform agreed upon procedures as mandated by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor for the year ended June 30, 2023.
Mrs. Dennis made a motion and seconded by Mrs. Anslem to approve engagement of auditors to perform agreed upon procedures as mandated by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor for the year ended June 30, 2023, as presented by Mr. Perry. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 13. Discuss and take necessary action on bids received for Franklin Sr. High Phase I roofing project using ESSER Funds.
Mr. Foulcard made a motion and seconded by Ms. Jones to approve bid for Franklin Sr. High Phase I roofing project using ESSER Funds, as presented by Mr. Wiese. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 14. Approve the recommendation to release from contract without penalty from Roofs Restore who was the lowest bidder ( $793,000) for the Centerville Phase II Roofing Project using ESSER Funds.
Mr. Paradee made a motion and seconded by Ms. Moore to approve the recommendation to release from contract without penalty with Roofs Restore who was the lowest bidder ($793,000) for the Centerville Phase II Roofing Project using ESSER Funds, as present by Mr. Wiese. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 15. Discuss and take necessary action to award bid to Partin Roofing the second lowest bidder ( $1,095,200) for Centerville Phase II Roofing Project using ESSER Funds.
Mrs. Anslem made a motion and seconded by Ms. Jones to award bid to Partin Roofing the second lowest bidder for the amount of $1,095,200 for Centerville Phase II Roofing Project using ESSER Funds, as presented by Mr. Wiese. All in favor and the motion carried.
Moving of Item 18 regarding the Strategic Session
Mrs. Anslem made a motion and seconded by Ms. Jones to move all reports and Resolutions of Respect before Item 18. All in favor and the motion carried.
Reports
Committees:
Staff Report:
Chief Financial Officer’s Re- port:
Sale Tax Up- date
Mr. Perry reported that the sales tax collections for twelve months into the fiscal year collected $1,478,744 versus a budget of $1,445,833, with a 2.3 percent variance to budget.
Financial Statements (Major Funds Only):
The Board was provided financial statements for major funds only to review at their leisure.
Other Significant Items:
Set time and date for a budget workshop to re- view the General Funds, Maintenance District Funds, and the School Food Service Funds.
The Board agreed to meet for the budget workshop on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., in the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex in Centerville, Louisiana.
Superintendent’s Report:
Dr. Fegenbush reported that the Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is a state-based national non-profit organization dedicated to supporting young people of great promise. Currently, the St. Mary Parish School Board have ongoing grant op- portunities with B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School, West St. Mary High School, Franklin Junior High School, and Franklin High School. Morgan City Junior High School and Morgan High School will be two more schools to receive competitive grants for the upcoming school year.
St. Mary Parish School Annual School Safety Summit will be held on July 19th, at the Centerville High School cafeteria from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The first official day of school is August 8th. Students’ orientation and specific school information have been planned and posted on schools’ website.
Resolutions of Respect
Ms. Estay read the Resolutions of Respect for the late Norma Achee (retired school teacher), and Beatrice Guarisco (retired school board member) and Leonard Sudduth (retired school principal).
Item 18. Strategy session and/or action concerning pending litigation*
*As authorized by La.R.S. 42:17 (A)(2), there may be an executive session to discuss strategy in litigation entitled “Boudreaux, et al vs. School Board of St. Mary Parish”, bearing Civil Action No. 6:65-11351 on the docket of the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana.
Board Attorney Hammonds recommended that the Board enter to Executive Session to discuss the strategy session and pending litigation as stated above.
Board Enters Closed Session:
With a motion from Ms. Moore and a second from Mr. Pontiff the Board entered into closed session. All in favor and the motion carried.
Board Returns to Regular Session:
Mrs. Griffin moved that the Board return to regular session. Ms. Moore gave a second and the meeting resumed. All in favor and the motion carried.
Adding Item to Agenda:
Ms. Moore made a motion and seconded by Ms. Jones to add an agenda item authorizing staff to pursue renovations at Franklin Senior High School using ESSER funds. All in favor and the motion carried.
Renovations to Franklin Senior High School using ESSER Fundings.
Mr. Foulcard made a motion and seconded by Mr. Pontiff to approve staff to pursue renovations at Franklin Senior High School using ESSER funds. All in favor and the motion carried.
Closing:
Adjournment:
With there be- ing no further business to ad- dress, Mr. Mancuso made a motion to ad- journ the meeting at 7:15 p.m. Mrs. Anslem made a second, all in favor and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Beatrice
Guarisco
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Beatrice Guarisco, and
WHEREAS, her untimely death has de- prived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired school board member and a fine citizen;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the St. Mary Parish School Board and the people attending this Board meeting, rise and bow our heads in silent prayer out of respect for the late Beatrice Guarisco, and extend to her 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 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 Beatrice Guarisco, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for her.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 13th of July, 2023.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Leonard
Sudduth
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Leonard Sudduth, and
WHEREAS, his untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired school principal 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 Leonard Sudduth, and extend to his bereaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, endeavor to express the high regard in which we held 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 Leonard Sudduth, and that this meeting ad- journs out of re- spect for him.
This Resolution was therefore declared ap- proved and adopted this 13th of July, 2023.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Norma Achee
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Norma Achee, and
WHEREAS, her untimely death has de- prived 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 Norma Achee, 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 RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be inscribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to the bereaved family of Norma Achee, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for her.
This Resolution was therefore declared approved and adopted this 13th of July, 2023.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY
FEGENUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Board of
Adjustments Meeting
Regular Meeting
June 5, 2023
6:00 p.m.
St. Mary Parish Courthouse Fifth Floor
Franklin,
Louisiana
The Board of Ad- justments met in Regular Session on this date with Larry Hotard, Vice-Chairman presiding, and the following members present: Scott Berry, Larry Hotard, Wynord Thomas, Sr., Tanya Anderson, and Keith Lewis. Absent was John “Booker” Davis, Chairman and Roy Martin.
Mrs. Thomas pronounced the In- vocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Berry.
Mr. Berry moved that the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting, May 1, 2023, be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Anderson seconded the motion which was carried.
Mrs. Tammy Luke, Director of Planning and Zoning, stated that the August meeting will be held on July 10, 2023.
Mr. Larry Ho- tard read the re- quest for Ryan Leblanc for a Side Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required five (5) ft. to one (1) ft. and a Rear Yard Setback from the required 10 ft. to one (1) ft. in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned district located at 20395 Hwy. 90, Jeanerette, LA; Sec. 34 T13S R8E; Parcel #1784981005.00-Lot 1 Ernest G Landry Per Plat 28T 212712 Acq 429 339233.
Mr. Berry made a motion to ap- prove the request for Ryan Leblanc for a Side Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required five (5) ft. to one (1) ft. and a Rear Yard Setback from the required 10 ft. to one (1) ft. in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned district located at 20395 Hwy. 90, Jeanerette, LA; Sec. 34 T13S R8E; Parcel #1784981005.00-Lot 1 Ernest G Landry per Plat 28T 212712 Acq 429 339233. Mr. Thomas seconded the motion which carried with the following 4-0-0-1 Roll Call Vote:
Yeas: Scott Berry, Wynord Thomas, Sr., Tanya Anderson, and Keith Lewis.
Nays: None
Abstained: None
Absent: Roy Martin
Mr. Larry Ho- tard read the re- quest for Steve L. Landry Heirs (Dale S. Landry, Trudy Williams, Kim Landry, Neal Landry, Marla Concienne, Robby Landry, Mitzi Carruthers & Ryan Landry) for a Lot Area Variance to deviate from the required 10 acres to 0.11 acres per lot, a Lot Depth Variance to deviate from 200 ft. to 20 ft. in the Agricultural (AG) Zoned District and a Side Yard Setback Variance from the required 5 ft. to 1.5 ft. in a Single Family (SR) Residential Zoned District located at 20499 and 20433 Hwy. 90 W Frontage Rd, Jeanerette, LA. Parcel# 1784981016.00, 1784981019.00, 1784981017.00, 1784981018.00, 1784981020.00, 1784981015.00 and 1784981012.00 located in Section 37, T13S, R8E, as shown on Plat titled “Plat Showing Resubdivision of Property owned by Dale S. Landry, Trudy J. Williams, Kim M. Landry , Neal J. Landry, Marla L. Concienne, Robby C. Landry, Mitzi L. Carruthers & Ryan F. Landry, Dated March 27, 2023, File C Dwg. 1, drawn by Paul C. Prince, LLC” in compliance with the St. Mary Parish Ordinance, being Ordinance No. 1973 of 2014.
Mr. Berry made a motion to ap- prove the request for Steve L. Landry Heirs (Dale S. Landry, Trudy Williams, Kim Landry, Neal Landry, Marla Concienne, Robby Landry, Mitzi Carruthers & Ryan Landry) for a Lot Area Variance to deviate from the required 10 acres to 0.11 acres per lot, a Lot Depth Variance to deviate from 200 ft. to 20 ft. in the Agricultural (AG) Zoned District and a Side Yard Setback Variance from the required 5 ft. to 1.5 ft. in a Single Family (SR) Residential Zoned District located at 20499 and 20433 Hwy. 90 W Frontage Rd, Jeanerette, LA. Parcel# 1784981016.00, 1784981019.00, 1784981017.00, 1784981018.00, 1784981020.00, 1784981015.00 and 1784981012.00 located in Section 37, T13S, R8E, as shown on Plat titled “Plat Showing Resubdivision of Property owned by Dale S. Landry, Trudy J. Williams, Kim M. Landry , Neal J. Landry, Marla L. Concienne, Robby C. Landry, Mitzi L. Carruthers & Ryan F. Landry, Dated March 27, 2023, File C Dwg. 1, drawn by Paul C. Prince, LLC” in compliance with the St. Mary Parish Ordinance, being Ordinance No. 1973 of 2014. Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion which carried with the following 4-0-0-1 Roll Call Vote:
Yeas: Scott Berry, Wynord Thomas, Sr., Tanya Anderson, and Keith Lewis.
Nays: None
Abstained: None
Absent: Roy Martin
There being no further business, Mr. Berry moved for adjournment. Mr. Thomas seconded the motion, which carried.
S/G Larry Hotard
Larry Hotard,
Vice-Chairman
St. Mary Parish Government Board of Adjustments
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Board of
Adjustments
Public Hearing Minutes
June 5, 2023
5:45 p.m.
St. Mary Parish Courthouse Fifth Floor
Franklin,
Louisiana
The Board of Ad- justments met in Regular Session on this date with Larry Hotard, Vice-Chairman presiding, and the following members present: Scott Berry, Larry Hotard, Wynord Thomas, Sr., Tanya Anderson, and Keith Lewis. Absent was John “Booker” Davis, Chairman and Roy Martin.
The purpose of the hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following proposed variance of property:
Ryan Leblanc for a Side Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required five (5) ft. to one (1) ft. and a Rear Yard Setback from the required 10 ft. to one (1) ft. in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District located at 20395 Hwy. 90, Jeanerette, LA; Sec. 34 T13S R8E; Parcel #1784981005.00-Lot 1 Ernest G Landry per Plat 28T 212712 Acq. 429 339233.
Marissa Leblanc, representing Ryan Leblanc ap- peared before the board to discuss the request for a Side Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the re- quired five (5) ft. to one (1) ft. and a Rear Yard Setback from the required 10 ft. to one (1) ft. in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District located at 20395 Hwy. 90 Jeanerette, LA; Sec. 34 T13S R8E; Parcel #1784981005.00-Lot 1 Ernest G Landry Per Plat 28T 212712 Acq. 429 339233.
Mrs. Leblanc ex- plained that the reason for the variance requests is that they can take up as little yard space as possible when they build their storage building.
Tammy Luke, Director of Planning and Zoning, explained that the property is shaped irregularly, and that the Leblanc’s don’t have much of a backyard.
Steve L. Landry Heirs (Dale S. Landry, Trudy Williams, Kim Landry, Neal Landry, Marla Concienne, Robby Landry, Mitzi Carruthers & Ryan Landry) for a Lot Area Variance to deviate from the re- quired 10 acres to 0.11 acres per lot, a Lot Depth Variance to deviate from 200 ft. to 20 ft. in the Agricultural (AG) Zoned District and a Side Yard Setback Variance from the re- quired 5 ft. to 1.5 ft. in a Single Family (SR) Residential Zoned District located at 20499 and 20433 Hwy. 90 W Frontage Rd, Jeanerette, LA. Parcel# 1784981016.00, 1784981019.00, 1784981017.00, 1784981018.00, 1784981020.00, 1784981015.00 and 1784981012.00 located in Section 37, T13S, R8E, as shown on Plat titled “Plat Showing Resubdivision of Property owned by Dale S. Landry, Trudy J. Williams, Kim M. Landry , Neal J. Landry, Marla L. Concienne, Robby C. Landry, Mitzi L. Carruthers & Ryan F. Landry, Dated March 27, 2023, File C Dwg. 1, drawn by Paul C. Prince, LLC” in compliance with the St. Mary Parish Ordinance, being Ordinance No. 1973 of 2014.
Mrs. Luke ap- peared before the board to discuss Steve L. Landry Heirs (Dale S. Landry, Trudy Williams, Kim Landry, Neal Landry, Marla Concienne, Robby Landry, Mitzi Carruthers & Ryan Landry) for a Lot Area Variance to deviate from the required 10 acres to 0.11 acres per lot, a Lot Depth Variance to deviate from 200 ft. to 20 ft. in the Agricultural (AG) Zoned District and a Side Yard Setback Variance from the required 5 ft. to 1.5 ft. in a Single Family (SR) Residential Zoned District located at 20499 and 20433 Hwy. 90 W Frontage Rd, Jeanerette, LA. Parcel# 1784981016.00, 1784981019.00, 1784981017.00, 1784981018.00, 1784981020.00, 1784981015.00 and 1784981012.00 located in Section 37, T13S, R8E, as shown on Plat titled “Plat Showing Resubdivision of Property owned by Dale S. Landry, Trudy J. Williams, Kim M. Landry , Neal J. Landry, Marla L. Concienne, Robby C. Landry, Mitzi L. Carruthers & Ryan F. Landry, Dated March 27, 2023, File C Dwg. 1, drawn by Paul C. Prince, LLC” in compliance with the St. Mary Parish Ordinance, being Ordinance No. 1973 of 2014.
Mrs. Luke ex- plained that the Steve L. Landry Heirs appeared before the Planning and Zoning board for a Subdivision and is pending approval from the Board of Ad- justments.
Mrs. Luke ex- plained that they are subdividing acreage from the rear of the property and plan on selling it.
Mrs. Luke stated that the reason for the variance request is because the family members do not meet the requirements for lot depth on each of their personal properties.
Mrs. Luke ex- plained that on Mr. Neal Landry’s property, the property line will go around his existing shed.
There being no further business, Larry Hotard ad- journed the Public Hearing.
S/G Larry Hotard
Larry Hotard,
Vice-Chairman
St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
ST. MARY
PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
District 2, 2023 Reroofing, Phase 1 (Rebid)
Berwick High School, Berwick Junior High School, Patterson High School
Sealed bids will be received by St. Mary Parish School Board, LA Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana for ST. MARY PARISH SCHOOL BOARD District 2, 2023 Reroofing, Phase 1 (Rebid), until 2:00 PM, local time on Tuesday September 12, 2023, at the St. Mary Parish School Board Central Office Complex, Maintenance Office, LA Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana 70380, at which time and place said proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud. Electronic bids at www.centralbidding.com as allowed by Act 590 amended Title 38:2212 are acceptable. Any bids received after the above-mentioned time will be returned unopen-ed.
Each bid shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope bearing the title of the work, the name of the Bidder, the address, date and hour of the bid opening, and the State Contractor’s License Number. The bid shall be addressed as follows:
BID: ST. MARY PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
District 2, 2023 Reroofing, Phase 1(Rebid)
Berwick High School, Berwick Junior High School, Patterson High School
To: St. Mary Parish School Board, LA Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana
LICENSE NO. ———————
Failure to have the license number on the envelope will be result in the Bid being returned unopen-ed.
Bid documents will be posted on www.centralbidding.com. To view, download, and receive bid notices by e-mail, you will have to register with Central Auction House (CAH). Vendors/Contractors will have the option to submit their bids and bid bonds electronically or by paper copy. Contact Central Auction House at 1-866-570-9620 concerning any questions about this process.
PROJECT DES- CRIPTION: The project consists of St. Mary Parish School Board, District 2, 2023 Reroofing, Phase 1 (Rebid). The estimated construction cost for the Base Bid for this project is $3,400,000.00.
Prospective Contractors shall be licensed for Building Construction or Roofing Construction by the State of Louisiana and that license shall be in effect on the date of the bid.
Each proposal must be accompanied by a bid bond, a certified check, or cashier’s check in an amount equal to at least five percent (5%) of the amount bid, made payable without condition to the Owner as a guarantee that the bidder, if awarded the contract, will promptly execute the contract documents. Failure to do so will result in the bid/bids being declared nonresponsive and shall be cause for rejection. If a bid bond is provided it shall be on the attached form and only on the attached form and shall be dated on or before the bid date. The bid security of all bidders, except the three lowest, will be returned promptly after the canvas of bids.
A non-mandatory pre-bid conference, at which the scope of the project, contract time and other requirements can be discussed with prospective bidders, may be held at the project site. All bidders will be notified and are encouraged to attend.
Copies of the contract documents are on file for St. Mary Parish School Board, District 2, 2023 Reroofing, Phase 1(Rebid) at the St. Mary Parish School Board Central Office Complex, Maintenance Office, and at the office of the Architect, Carl P. Blum AIA Architect, 900 David Drive, Morgan City, Louisiana, and are open for inspection without charge.
Contractors may obtain contract documents from the Architect by paying a deposit of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00). The full amount of the deposit, on the first set, will be refunded to each contractor who submits a bona fide bid, upon re- turn of the documents in good condition within ten (10) days after the receipt of bids. Contractors and Material Dealers may obtain additional sets of plans and specifications by making a deposit in the amount named above. Upon return of these documents, in good condition, one half of the deposit will be refunded, the difference representing the cost of printing, assembling, and distributing the sets. No refund will be made on any set not returned in good condition within ten (10) days after the receipt of bids.
If someone other than a corporate officer signs for the Bidder/Contractor, a copy of a corporate resolution or other signature authorization shall be required for submission of bid. Failure to include a copy of the appropriate signature authorization, if required, may result in the rejection of the bid unless bidder has complied with LA R.S. 38:22:12(A)(1)(C) or LA R.S. 38:22:12(0).
A bid will be considered responsive if it conforms in all respects with the conditions and requirements of the Bidding Documents. In order to be considered re- sponsive, the Louisiana Uniform Public Works Bid Form must: (a) be fully completed, signed and be responsive in all respects to the Bidding Documents; (b) be made on the Bid Forms provided and submitted intact, (c) submitted in ink.
No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids for thirty (30) days.
To the extent permitted by applicable state and federal laws and regulations, St. Mary Parish School Board reserves the right to reject any and/or proposals for just cause.
St. Mary Parish School Board.
Adv. Aug. 16, 23 and 30, 2023

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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 Visitors & Convention Bureau) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, as well as the amended budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, 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 20, 2023, at 4 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, 2023, and ending September 30, 2024, as well as the amended budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022 and ending September 30, 2023.
Adv. Aug. 16, 2023

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