Public notices for July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
FACILITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS AT KEMPER WILLIAMS PARK NEAR PATTERSON, LA FOR ST MARY PARISH GOVERNMENT
Sealed Bids for the construction of FACILITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE IM- PROVEMENTS AT KEMPER WILLIAMS PARK NEAR PATTERSON LA– For St Mary Parish Government – Franklin La; will be received until 2:00 PM, local time, on August 13, 2024 , in the meeting room of the St. Mary Parish Government, Fifth Floor – Courthouse Building, Franklin, Louisiana, at which time and place all bids will be publicly read aloud. Bids may also be submitted electronically, and Contractors can obtain bid related materials and post their electronic bids at www.centralbidding.com. Bids received after the above-mentioned time will not be considered.
This project consists of the construction of Facility and Infrastructure Im- provements at Kemper Williams Park near Patterson LA. The Work will include construction of a permanent Pre-Engineered Metal rain cover with an associated combination Rest Room and Concession area at Kemper Williams Park, 264 Cotten Rd, Patterson, LA 70392. The project will be bid with a Base Bid plus two Deductive Alternate Bids.
General Contractors desiring to bid on this project as a prime bidder shall obtain a paper copy of the plans and specifications from the Architect to facilitate dissemination of Addenda and other pertinent information to bidders. Copies of the plans and specifications and related contract documents are on file in the office of the purchasing agent, St. Mary Parish Gov’t, Fifth Floor, Parish Courthouse in Franklin, LA. They are also available electronically at www.centralbidding.com, and at the office of Firmin Architects, Ltd, 530 Third Street, P.O. Box 972, Morgan City, Louisiana, (985/ 384-3094), jimfirmin@firminarchitects.com. Contractors may ob- tain a paper copy of plans and specifications from the Architect by making a deposit of One Hundred Fifty Dollars ($150.00) for each set issued. The full amount of the deposit on the first two sets is fully refunded to each prime Bidder who submits a bona fide bid, upon return of such documents in good condition after receipt of bids. Fifty percent of the deposit on all other sets of documents will be refunded upon return of documents as stated above.
All bids must be accompanied by bid security equal to five percent (5%) of the sum of the Base Bid, made payable without condition to the Owner as a guarantee that the bidder, if awarded the contract, will promptly execute the contract documents. Bid Guarantee must be in the form of a certified check, cashier’s check or Bid Bond by a surety company licensed to do business in Louisiana, signed by the surety’s agency or attorney-in-fact.
The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract amount. Surety must be listed currently on the U. S. Department of Treasury Financial Management Service List (Treasury List) as approved for an amount equal to or greater than the contract amount or must be an insurance company domiciled in Louisiana or owned by Louisiana residents. The Bond shall be signed by the surety’s agent or attorney-in-fact.
A MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING WILL BE HELD at 10:30 AM on August 2, 2024 At the Kemper Williams Park, 264 Cotten Rd, Patterson, LA 70392
Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2192 for the classification of Building Construction. Bidder is required to comply with provisions and re- quirements of LA R.S. 38:2212(B)(5). No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2214. Any contractor and/or sub-contractor whose bid exceeds $50,000.00 shall be licensed in accordance with current statutes of Louisiana Law.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212(B)(1), the provisions and requirements of this Section; and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by any entity.
Sam Jones,
President
St. Mary Parish Gov’t
Adv. July 17, 24 and 31 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE FOR
PUBLICATION
STATE OF LOUISIANA
DIVISION OF
ADMINISTRATION
STATE LAND OFFICE
By virtue of and in conformity with the provisions of Louisiana Revised Statutes 41:1211, et seq., sealed bids will be accepted on or before the 19th day of July, 2024, at eleven o’clock a.m., for the sole purpose of constructing and maintaining a single habitable structure on the following described tract in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, to wit:
A certain tract of State owned (nonsevered) land identified as Campsite Lot No. 13, Six Mile Lake Campsite Area, Old Bed Six Mile Lake, T15S, R11E, Louisiana Meridian
All bids must be forwarded by United States Mail to the State Land Office, Post Office Box 44124, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70804 or delivered to 1201 North Third Street, Suite G-223, and must be accompanied by check or money order for full amount of first year’s rental of not less than Six Hundred Thirty-One and 00/100 ($631.00) Dollars per year for a term of ten (10) years.
The word BID and the DATE the bid is to be opened should be written on the outside of the envelope containing your bid so that it will not be opened with the regular mail.
The failure of the tenant to pay the rent punctually, or before the date upon which said rental shall fall due, shall ipso facto and without demand or putting in default terminate and cancel said lease.
THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS IS RESERVED.
CHESTON HILL
PUBLIC LAND ADMINISTRATOR
STATE LAND OFFICE
NOTE: SUCCESSFUL BIDDER MUST PAY THE ADVERTISING CHARGES.
Adv. July 3, 10 and 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE FOR
PUBLICATION
STATE OF LOUISIANA
DIVISION OF
ADMINISTRATION
STATE LAND OFFICE
By virtue of and in conformity with the provisions of Louisiana Revised Statutes 41:1211, et seq., sealed bids will be accepted on or before the 19th day of July, 2024, at eleven o’clock a.m., for the sole purpose of constructing and maintaining a single habitable structure on the following described tract in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, to wit:
A certain tract of State owned (nonsevered) land identified as
Campsite Lot No. 17, Six Mile Lake Campsite Area,
Old Bed Six Mile Lake, T15S, R11E, Louisiana Meridian
All bids must be forwarded by United States Mail to the State Land Office, Post Office Box 44124, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70804 or delivered to 1201 North Third Street, Suite G-223, and must be accompanied by check or money order for full amount of first year’s rental of not less than Six Hundred Thirty-One and 00/100 ($631.00) Dollars per year for a term of ten (10) years.
The word BID and the DATE the bid is to be opened should be written on the outside of the envelope containing your bid so that it will not be opened with the regular mail.
The failure of the tenant to pay the rent punctually, or before the date upon which said rental shall fall due, shall ipso facto and without demand or putting in default terminate and cancel said lease.
THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS IS RESERVED.
CHESTON HILL
PUBLIC LAND ADMINISTRATOR
STATE LAND OFFICE
NOTE: SUCCESSFUL BIDDER MUST PAY THE ADVERTISING CHARGES.
Adv. July 3, 10 and 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
PROCEEDINGS OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE MORGAN CITY HARBOR AND TERMINAL
DISTRICT
June 10, 2024
The Board of Commissioners (“Board”) of the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District (“District”) met in regular session at the District’s office at 7327 Highway 182, Morgan City, Louisiana on June 10, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Ben Adams, Vice-President, convened the meeting with Commissioners, Deborah Garber, Joseph Cain, Steven Cornes, and Matthew Tycer in attendance. Pete Orlando, Matthew Glover, Adam Mayon and Troy Lombardo were absent. Also present in the meeting were Raymond Wade, Executive Director; Tori Henry, Office Manager; Michael Knobloch, Knobloch Professional Services; Gerard Bourgeois, Board Attorney; Lieutenant Jenelle Piche, United States Coast Guard (“USCG”); Robert Karam, T. Baker Smith; Bill Blanchard, GIS Engineering; Councilman Louis Tamporello, City of Morgan City; and members of the general public.
The meeting was called to order and the presence of a quorum was noted. Raymond Wade led the invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
It was moved by Mr. Tycer and seconded by Mr. Cornes that the minutes of the regular meeting of May 13, 2024 be approved and adopted, with said motion carrying unanimously.
It was moved by Mr. Mayon that the report of receipts and disbursements for the month of May, 2024 be received and accepted and that all invoices presented to the Board for the month of May, 2024 be paid. Mr. Glover seconded that motion, which carried unanimously.
Lieutenant Piche reported: (i) 2,109 total transits in May through the VTS zone; and (ii) active MSIB’s for the area including the VTS area of the Atchafalaya River is currently in high-water re- strictions; Bayou Boeuf Lock closures beginning today through July 3rd; ICY partial blockage in Amelia tomorrow; and Jadwin dredging in Stouts Pass through July 4th.
Raymond Wade reported on behalf of Tim Connell: (i) Dredge Jadwin will begin dredging in Stouts Pass next week and hoping to move to Berwick Harbor after; (ii) Brice continues to work the Bar Channel; and (iii) the new contract for Bayou Chene for full Project dimensions is scheduled to be awarded later this fall. He also reiterated we have the best channel we have ever had with blue water all the way to the sea buoy.
Charles Brittingham reported that: (i) Congress is just returning from recess and are currently working on the appropriations bill right now, with a goal to get bills passed and passed off the House floor prior to the August recess; and (ii) Energy and Appropriations is expected to be marked up on or around July 9th, but with $16.5 million in the President’s budget, he does not expect an increase.
Robert Karam reported that they received good guidance from the Corps and St. Mary Levee District on the West dock footprint and flood protection and are progressing with design based on that.
Bill Blanchard reported that: (i) the contract was approved by DOTD and fully executed; (ii) plans and specs were delivered to DOTD Thursday and Mr. Cornes moved to authorize advertisement, subject to FP&C approval, which was seconded by Mr. Tycer and carried unanimously; and (iii) they are still pursuing a permit for Disposal Area 1.
Michael Knobloch reported that: (i) plans and specs for the Warehouse Fire Suppression system were delivered to DOTD Thursday and Mr. Tycer moved to authorize advertisement, subject to FP&C approval, which was seconded by Mr. Cornes and carried unanimously; (ii) we did not receive capital outlay funding this year but will continue to pursue funding in the near future; (iii) we have received our funding from State of Louisiana Department of Transportation for port security operations and will be moving forward with that project; (iv) we have submitted our information to LAGOHSEP, as they will be the direct recipient for the EOC grant while we are the sub-recipient; and (v) we have received our draft copy of the FSP and will be submitting to the Captain of the Port for final approval. He also presented a table of projects and funding sources associated, in which he noted that of the $49 million of projects, the Port is responsible for $4.6 million (9.39%) as a local match and $44 million (90.61%) is the state/federal shares. Mrs. Garber thanked him for providing this table and noted the importance of it.
Gerard Bourgeois: (i) an Audit Engagement Letter from Darnall, Sikes, Gardes & Frederick for services due to Statewide Agreed Upon Procedures (SAUP). Mr. Tycer moved to authorize Darnall, Sikes, Gardes & Frederick to perform said services, which was seconded by Mrs. Garber and carried unanimously.
Mr. Bourgeois also reported that: (iv) the Board is required to select an official journal annually. Mr. Tycer moved that the following resolution be adopted, designating the Morgan City Re- view as its official Journal, which was seconded by Mr. Cornes and carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION
A Resolution designating the Morgan City Review as the official journal of the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District
WHEREAS, Louisiana Revised Statute 43:171 requires the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District to designate an official journal for publications of the proceedings of its board and such financial statements required by and furnished to the legislative auditor.
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District (“District”) finds that the Morgan City Review, a newspaper in Morgan City, meets all the requirements for its designation as the official journal of the District.
Accordingly,
BE IT RESOLV-ED, that the Morgan City Review, a newspaper being published in Morgan City, Louisiana, is designated and selected as the official journal of the District.
With there being no further business to come before the Board, it was moved by Mr. Cornes and seconded by Mr. Tycer that the meeting was adjourned.
Attest:
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Steven W. Cornes,
Secretary
Adv. July 17, 2024]

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LEGAL NOTICE
SECTION A
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID
The St. Mary Parish Government, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, acting through its President, Sam Jones, will receive sealed bids for the Runway and Taxiway Overlay and Striping, Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport project, at the St. Mary Parish Courthouse Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor, Franklin, Louisiana 70538, until Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 2:00 P.M., local time, at which time and place, they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids received after the time set forth above for opening of bids will not be considered and will be returned unopened.
PROJECT NAME: RUNWAY AND TAXIWAY OVERLAY AND STRIPING
HARRY P. WILLIAMS AIRPORTS, PATTERSON, LA
APTIM Project No. 631025632
SPN # H.015185
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION: Restoration sealing, pressure washing, restriping, and cold plaining runway and taxiway
CONTRACTOR LICENSING CLASSIFICATION: Highway, Street & Bridge Construction or Heavy Construction or Building Construction or Municipal and Public Works Construction
The Contract Documents (Plans, Information for Bidders, Bid Form, Specifications, and other pertinent documents) may be examined at the following locations:
•Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC – 1200 Brickyard Lane, Suite 202, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
•St. Mary Parish Purchasing Agent’s Office – 500 Main Street, Fifth Floor, Courthouse Building; Franklin, Louisiana 70538
Copies of the bidding documents may be obtained from the office of Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC up- on receipt of $150.00 for each set during normal business hours with 48 hours advanced notice (7:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Monday – Thursday and 8:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. Friday). Checks for Bidding Documents shall be made payable to “Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC”. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212.D, deposits on the first set of documents furnished prime bidders shall be fully re- funded upon re- turn of the documents no later than ten days after receipt of bids. On other sets of documents furnished to bidders, the deposit less the actual cost of reproduction shall be re- funded upon re- turn of the documents no later than ten days after receipt of bids. Refunds will be made upon return of the documents unmarked and in good condition if within ten days after receipt of bids.
Official bid documents can be downloaded from Central Bidding at www.centralbidding.com. Electronic bids can be submitted to www.centralbidding.com.
For any questions relating to the electronic bidding process, please call Central Bidding at (225) 810-4814.
A pre-bid meeting will be held at the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport, Perry Flying Center, 3884 Airport Rd, Patterson, LA 70392, on July 31, 2024 at 10AM.
To qualify to bid, each bidder shall be a properly licensed Contractor in accordance with La. R.S. 37:2150 – 2163 for the classification of HIGHWAY, STREET & BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION or related classification.
The Owner re- serves the right to reject any and all bids in accordance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes.
Each bidder must deposit with his/her bid, security in the amount, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable on the U.S. Department of Treasury Circular 570.
A bidder may withdraw their bid within forty-eight (48) hours of the bid opening, ex- cluding Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays as governed by La. R.S. 38:2214 (C).
Any questions or clarifications shall be submitted to the Project Engineer in writing a minimum of five (5) days prior to the bid opening date. Addenda will be issued to all prospective bidders a minimum of 72 hours prior to the bid opening date. Only information provided within written addenda issued by the Project Engineer shall be considered binding.
Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the St. Mary Parish Government no later than seven (7) days prior to the bid opening.
BIDDERS are hereby made aware that the Harry P. Williams Airport has a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program associated with all projects at the Airport. This program has a DBE goal of 6.3%. This program has been approved by the Department of Transportation – Federal Aviation Division and meets the standards set forth in 49 CFR Part 26.
OWNER: St. Mary Parish Government, Louisiana
By: /s/ Sam Jones
Sam Jones,
Parish President
St. Mary Parish Government
Adv. July 10, 17 and 24, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
July 11, 2024
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, July 24, 2024, 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 ordinances:
An Ordinance levying and imposing an adjusted rate of 5.68 mills for the purpose of maintaining and supporting the St. Mary Parish Public Library and its branches as directed by a special election in the Parish of St. Mary, excluding the municipality of Morgan City, for the year 2024.
An Ordinance designating the adjusted millage rate after reassessment and in- creasing the millage back to a rate not to exceed the prior year’s maximum of 5.72 mills for the purpose of maintaining and supporting the St. Mary Parish Public Library and its branches as directed by a special election in the Parish of St. Mary, excluding the municipality of Morgan City, for the year 2024; and levying and imposing a forty-six hundredths (0.46) mills for the purpose of a general obligation bond on all the property subject to taxation in the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, excluding the City of Morgan City, for the year 2024.
An Ordinance levying and imposing an adjusted rate of 7.55 mills for the purpose of maintaining and supporting the Parish Tax (outside municipalities parochial purposes) and an adjusted rate of 3.77 mills for the purpose of maintaining the Criminal Justice System Tax (within the incorporated municipalities and towns) on all the property subject to taxation in the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana for the year 2024.
An Ordinance designating the adjusted millage rates after reassessment and in- creasing the millage rate back to a rate not to exceed the prior year’s maximum of 7.60 mills for the purpose of maintaining and supporting the parish tax (outside municipalities parochial purposes) and designating the ad- justed millage rate after reassessment and increasing the millage back to a rate not to exceed the prior year’s maximum of 3.80 mills for purpose of maintaining the criminal justice system tax (within the incorporated municipalities and towns) on all the property subject to taxation in the Parish St. Mary., State Louisiana for the year 2024.
Your attendance will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Adv. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
A MEETING OF THE LEPA BOARD MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE LEPA MAIN OF- FICE LOCATED AT 210 VENTURE WAY, LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA 70507, ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2024 AT 10:30 A.M.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
AGENDA
DATE: July 17, 2024
PLACE: LEPA Main Office, 210 Venture Way, Lafayette, LA
TIME: 10:30 A. M.
ITEM 1 Call to Order
ITEM 2 Pledge of Allegiance
ITEM 3 Roll Call
ITEM 4 Ratification of the final actions authorized by the Operating Committee at the Meetings of such Committee held on April 18, 2024
ITEM 5 Approval of the Minutes of the May 16, 2024 Board Meeting
ITEM 6 OLD BUSINESS
(a) Request for Approval of an Ordinance to Accept the City of Ruston as a Member of the Louisiana Energy and Power Authority
(b) Report on Wholesale Power Costs and Residential Retail Rates
(c) Update on Rodemacher Unit No. 2
(d) Discussion on any other outstanding items of Old Business
1) Discussion on Doxo Bill Pay Service – Mayor Roslyn White
2) Discussion on Standards of Electrical Service Ordinance for LEPA Members
ITEM 7 NEW BUSINESS
(a) Hurricane Preparedness with Mutual Aid – presentation by Greg Labbe’ & Jason Miller with LUS
(b) LEPA Distinguished Service Award
(c) Consideration of scheduling an AMI workshop for LEPA Members
(d) Consideration for Approval of Entering into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to La. R.S. 42:16 and La. R.S. 42:17 with regard to litigation addressing expropriation and an electric utility servitude that could have a future effect on LEPA member cities.
(e) Consideration of any other actions required by the LEPA Board of Directors
ITEM 8 AD- JOURNMENT
Individuals with a disability that falls under the Americans with Disabilities Act who wish to participate electronically in the meetings, please call (337) 269-4046 at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting in order for us to accommodate you.
Adv. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
Louisiana Energy and Power Authority
Request for Proposals (“RFP”) for Firm Capacity and Energy Products
Issue Date: July 1, 2024
Response Due Date: August 5, 2024
LEPA is issuing a Request for Proposals for Capacity and Energy Products (“RFP”) to solicit proposals from qualified entities (“Respondents”) for delivery of capacity and energy to supplement LEPA’s existing power supply portfolio for service to its Full Requirement Service Members.
LEPA is requesting proposals for supplying a maximum of 150 MW of capacity and energy in 50 MW capacity increments. Each increment shall have a term beginning June 1, 2025, and for a period of 5-years, 10-years, and/or 15-years.
For more information contact:
Mr. Joseph W. Rogers, P.E.
Legend Consulting Group Limited
jrogers@legendcgl.com
Adv. July 3, 10 and 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF
ORDINANCE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in compliance with the provision of Section 2-10 of the Charter of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana, that the following entitled ordinance introduced at the regular meeting of the Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana, held on July 9, 2024 in my office complete in the form in which it will be offered for adoption by the Council of said Town, is open to public inspection and will so remain at least seven (7) days prior to the final adoption, which is scheduled for August 13, 2024
Proposed Or- dinance Number 749
AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF BERWICK, LOUISIANA, TO INCREASE THE MILLAGE RATE(S) WITHOUT FURTHER VOTER AP- PROVAL, BUT NOT IN EXCESS OF THE PRIOR YEAR’S MAXIMUM RATE(S), ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY SHOWN ON THE OFFICIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE YEAR 2024.
That the said ordinance, complete in the form in which it is to be finally passed, is on file with the Clerk of the Council for public in- spection and that the said ordinance is to be taken up on final passage, after public hearing by the Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana, on August 13, 2024 at 6:15 P.M.
Jamie Keith
Town Clerk
Adv. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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PARISH OF
ST. MARY
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STATE OF
LOUISIANA
Bank of America N.A.
Vs. No. 138283 Div “B”
Sharon Hoffman Aucoin AKA
Sharon Margaret Hoffman Aucoin
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit:
That certain lot or parcel of land together with all buildings and im- provements thereon situated and all rights, ways, privileges, prescriptions and servitudes thereto be- longing or in anywise appertaining and all appurtenances thereof, lying and being situated in Morgan City, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, being known designated and des-cribed as LOT NUMBER 3 on a plan of land showing Dedication of an Extension of Aucoin Street in the City of Morgan City, recorded on January 26, 1954 in St. Mary Parish COB 8-Q, Entry No. 89,188. Said Tract Number 3 having a front of 50 feet on the north side of Extension of Aucoin Street by a depth between parallel lines of 54 feet; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property.
to satisfy the sum of THIRTEEN THOUSAND SIXTY SIX AND 00/100 ($13,066.00) with interest thereon at 3.875% per annum from August 01, 2023, until paid; all expenses in- curred in enforcing the note and mortgage including reasonable attorney’s fees; if/as applicable, such other or additional amounts incurred or advanced for taxes, insurance premiums, special assessments, re- pairs to and/or maintenance of the property, for the protection, preservation, re- pair and recovery of the property, for the protection and preservation of the lien of the mortgage, for the protection and preservation of the mortgagee’s interest thereunder, and other amounts provided by the mortgage and ap- plicable law, such as late charges, escrow advances for the payment of taxes and insurance, corporate advances, property appraisals, inspection fees, prior attorney fees and expenses, abstract and title charges, NSF charges, attorney fees and expenses, and other charges which plaintiff is permitted to prove by verified petition, verified supplemental petition, or affidavit filed or submitted before distribution by the sheriff of the proceeds of the judicial sale herein; and all law charges, fees and expenses incurred in connection or relating to this proceeding including without limitation sheriff’s commission, sheriff’s costs, court costs all as permitted by the note or mortgage being en- forced by this proceeding as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission
All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale.
I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITH appraisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 24th day of July A.D., 2024, be- tween the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Tuesday, the 23rd day of April A.D., 2024
GARY L.
DRISKELL,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. June 21 and July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
GRAVITY SUB-DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 1 OF GRAVITY DRAINAGE
DISTRICT NO. 2
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 11, 2024
BAYOU VISTA, LOUISIANA
The Gravity Sub-Drainage District No. 1 of Gravity Drainage District No. 2 (“GSDD1ofGDD2”) met on this date with Chairman Wayne Cantrell presiding with Raymond Beadle, Jr., Gerald Hotard and Mark Gowan present.
Absent: None
Also present: Alvin Lodrigue, District Supervisor; Barry Dufrene, District Accountant and Jules Darden of Miller Engineering and Associates.
Mr. Gowan mov-ed, and Mr. Beadle seconded that the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting, May 14, 2024, be dispensed with and that the same be approved. The motion carried.
Mr. Cantrell called for the Finances and Payables Report. Mr. Dufrene presented the reports on the payables due for May 2024. Mr. Dufrene also stated he would inform the board of the upcoming July budget meeting once a date is established. Mr. Gowman moved, and Mr. Beadle seconded a motion, which carried, to make the necessary transfers, to accept the payables report and pay all invoices.
Mr. Lodrigue stated tractor/ditch maintenance is still ongoing. Mr. Cantrell also stated that the previously reported Middle Road overgrown ditches have been sprayed and are currently under control with plans of keeping it as such.
Mr. Darden re- ported that there is no update on the Teche Road Drainage Ditch Project.
Mr. Ross called for revisions of the District’s Bylaws section 3.01(b) to reflect Bourgeois Law Firm as the resident agent for service of process. Motion was seconded by Mr. Beadle. The motion passed.
With there being no other business to discuss, a mo- tion to adjourn was made by Mr. Ross and seconded by Mr. Beadle. The motion passed.
Attest:
(S) Wayne Cantrell,
Chairman
Gravity Sub- Drainage District No. 1 of Gravity Drainage District No. 2
(S) Rhonda
Patterson,
Secretary
Gravity Sub- Drainage District No. 1 of Gravity Drainage District No. 2
Adv. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
St. Mary Parish Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 6
Millage Meeting
Tuesday,
July 9th, 2024
Call to order 5:30 P. M.
Roll Call: Tom Nguyen, Chuck Walters, Scott Singleton. Theodore Bailey and Larry Aucoin were ab- sent.
Public Comment: None
Mr. John Armato with Darnall, Sikes & Frederick CPA’s presented the Board with documents regarding Ad Valorem collections for the Amelia area. He recommended to the Board that the millage stay the same.
New Business: A motion to adopt the maintenance millage at 6.68 mills was made by Mr. Singleton, second by Mr. Walters. Roll call vote: Mr. Nguyen, Mr. Singleton, Mr. Walters were YEAS, there were no NAYs, and there were (2) ABSENTS, Theodore Bailey and Larry Aucoin. Motion carried.
Motion to Ad- journ was made by Mr. Singleton. Second by Mr. Walters. All were in favor. Motion carried. Meeting ended at 5:42 pm.
Adv. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL 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. 4.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until August 8, 2024, 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 August 14, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. July 17 and 31, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
Announcement of Public Meeting
Notice is hereby given that at its meeting to be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at its regular meeting place, the Sheriff’s Office, 4th Floor of Courthouse, 500 Main Street, Franklin, Louisiana, the St. Mary Parish Sheriff plans to consider adopting a resolution ordering and calling an election to be held in the Law Enforcement Sub-District No. 1 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana to auth-orize the renewal of an ad valorem tax therein.
Adv. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF BERWICK, STATE OF LOUISIANA TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY
July 9, 2024
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 July 9, 2024, at six (6:00) o’clock p.m.
There were present: Council members Kevin Hebert, Colleen Askew, and James Richard
Absent: Raymond Price and Lud Henry
Pastor Ronnie Foret from Lighthouse Community Church led the prayer.
Planning and Zoning Director Gary Beadle 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 Kevin Hebert and seconded by Colleen Askew.
The Treasurer’s report, having been reviewed, was approved without reading upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Kevin Hebert.
The Beacon was shining on Mrs. Katherine Broussard for July 2024. Mrs. Broussard recently started up a queen’s pageant for the Berwick Lighthouse Festival. The pageant was a great success and will be an awesome addition to our festival.
Guests for the July 2024 meeting were members of the St. Mary Heat Football Club. Mr. Shawn Marshall stated that the St. Mary Heat FC is currently accepting applications for the fall recreational kids soccer league which will begin on September 7, 2024 and run through November 2, 2024. Opening ceremonies will include food and activities and will be held at the Berwick Civic Center at a time that will be re- leased at a later date. The league is also expanding their league to include a female travel team ages 14 through 18 years old. The league is also hosting a coach’s course Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 9:00am to 12:00pm at the Berwick Fire Department located at 402 Canton Street, Berwick, LA.
Police Chief David Leonard presented the police report for June, 2024. Chief Leonard stated that the department is running smoothly. After no comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, Fire report.
Fire Chief Jody Acosta presented the fire report for June, 2024. Chief Acosta stated that the fire department responded to 13 emergency calls. There were 3 motor vehicle accidents, 1 gas leak, 1 smoke scare, 2 mutual aids, 1CO, 2 alarms, and 3 medical alerts. 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 June, 2024. Mr. Lopez stated town crews have been working on cleaning out ditches, along with their other regular maintenance throughout town. The town is also hoping to start repairing curbs next week.
Town Engineer Mr. Reid Miller stated that the Country Club Estates drainage project received approval for the additional funds requested to complete the project. A final review of the plans will be done. Once the official documentation has been received from the state, the project will go out for bid. He also stated that they are still waiting on clearance on the environmental review for the 6th Street paving project. They are also doing preliminary work on a water meter grant project. This project will make it possible for the town to replace up to 700 water meters within the town. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, committee reports.
The Historical Committee, Planning and Zoning Committee, and Economic Development Committee had nothing to report.
The Berwick Lighthouse Festival Committee stated that they are continuing to work on planning the 2024 festival. They have added all forms for vendors, gumbo cook off and the parade to the Town of Berwick Facebook page under the events tab. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, Ordinances.
Item No. 1 under Ordinances – Introduce Ordinance No. 749 –- Millage Rate Rolled Forward Reassessment. Up- on motion by James Richard and seconded by Kevin Hebert, the ordinance was in- troduced by a unanimous roll call vote.
Item No. 2 under Ordinances – Introduce Ordinance No. 750 – Feeding Stray Cats and Dogs. Upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Kevin Hebert, the ordinance was introduced by a unanimous roll call vote.
Item No. 1 under New Business – Deborah Lodrigue – Shrimp & Petroleum Festival – Blessing of the Fleet. Ms. Lod-rigue requested permission to use the Berwick dock for the Blessing of the Fleet which will be held on Sunday, September 1, 2024. Upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Kevin Hebert, the re- quest was ap- proved unanimously.
Item No. 2 under New Business - Condemnation and demolishment of structures located on:
3654 5th Street owned by Gary D. Jarman; and 3559 4th Street owned by Mathilda E. Dantin, Dudley J. Dantin and Wih-ray Dantin
3654 5th Street Berwick, Louisiana:
The Mayor and Council conducted a public hearing regarding the condemnation of 3654 5th Street. Counsel for the Town, Robert Duffy, ex- plained that the owner of the house was deceased; no one lived in the house; and, re- ferred to the report of Karl Kraemer which opined that the house was a safety hazard to the citizens of Berwick.
Present during the hearing was April Kindred, an heir to the de- ceased owner of the house located at 3654 5th Street. Ms. Kindred indicated no succession is opened. Ms. Kindred further stated that she did not object to the house being condemned.
After discussion and review of all concerns, the Council decided to proceed forward with condemnation since there was no opportunity to repair. A motion was made by James Richard and seconded by Colleen Askew. The Council then voted unanimously to condemn the house in accordance with Article II, Section 5 et seq of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Berwick.
3559 4th Street Berwick, Louisiana:
The Mayor and Council conducted a public hearing regarding the condemnation of 3559 4th Street. Counsel for the Town, Robert Duffy, explained that the owners of the house are de- ceased; no one lived in the house; and, referred to the report of Karl Kraemer which opined that the house was a safety hazard to the citizens of Berwick.
During the hearing, Mayor Duval contacted Mr. Timothy Dauntain by phone and put him on speaker for council members to hear. Mr. Dauntain declared he was an heir to the deceased owners of house located at 3559 4th Street and no succession is opened. Mr. Dauntain stated that he understood the condition of the house but there could not be an opportunity to repair since Mr. Dauntain resides in North Carolina. Mr. Dauntain further stated that he did not object to the house being condemned.
After discussion and review of all concerns, the Council decided to proceed forward with condemnation since there was no opportunity to repair. A motion was made by James Richard, and seconded by Colleen Askew
The Council then voted unanimously to condemn the house in accordance with Article II, Section 5 et seq of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Berwick.
There being no further business to come before the Council, upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Kevin Hebert, 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. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL 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., June 13, 2024.
Board Members Present: Herb Mashburn, Paul Tholen, N.A. Hensgens, Jr. and Troy Lombardo.
Others Present: Jacob Dupuy, Joel Miller and Tori Henry.
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 May meeting.
It was moved by N.A. Hensgens, Jr,, seconded by Paul Tholen and unanimously agreed to accept accounts payable & treasurer’s re- port for the month of May.
It was moved by Troy Lombardo, seconded by N.A. Hensgens, Jr. and unanimously agreed that the Daily Review be the official Journal of the Commission.
Jacob Dupuy reported that when Municipal Chlorination was performing annual maintenance they noted that a gas/chlorine detector with a motorized shut off valve was needed. He stated he would get a quote from them.
Joel Miller re- ported that he is putting together a roof bid package to be advertised within the next week.
Herb Mashburn reported that he met with the attorney on the settlement of the PFAS litigation. He noted by the end of the month we should know an amount and ex- pects the first check to arrive in the fall. He also requested that board members continue to be on the lookout for a reliable truck for the plant.
There being no further business to come before the Board, it was moved by Troy Lombardo, seconded by Paul Tholen and unanimously agreed that the meeting be adjourned.
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Chairman
Adv. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR
Maintenance and Operations of Meteorological Stations
The Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District (“MCHTD”) is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors for maintenance and operation of two meteorological stations (MET Stations) owned by the MCHTD.
Project information is available at the District’s Office, 7327 Highway 182, Morgan City, Louisiana 70380, (985) 384-0850 or via email request to michaelk@portofmc.com. Bid or project documentation can also be viewed, downloaded and submitted online at: https://www.centralauctionhouse.com/rfp.php?cid=60.
Sealed proposals for the projects will be received by the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District (“District”), 7327 Highway 182, Morgan City, Louisiana, until 12:30 p.m. on August 9, 2024, at the District’s 7327 Highway 182 Office, at which time and place proposals will be publicly opened and read. No proposals will be re- viewed if received after 12:30 p.m. on August 9, 2024.
The award of a contract, if awarded, will be made to the most advantageous proposal whose proposal complies with all technical requirements prescribed. The successful vendor will be notified in writing at the address shown on the proposal that the bidder is awarded the contract.
Adv. July 17 and 24, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
Centerville,
Louisiana
June 13, 2024
Public Hearing
The St. Mary Parish School Board conducted a public hearing on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 5:15 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: Ms. Guienzy M. Brent, 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
Mrs. Becky Voisin stated, during reassessment years, which occurs every four years, it is required to provide the Board options to either remain revenue neutral by adopting the adjusted slightly lower millage rates at reassessment
OR
to roll forward which maintains the current millage rates & provides a slight increase in revenue.
Detailed guidance will be provided during the regular meeting for Agenda Line Items 10, 11 & 12 regarding adopting our 2024 Millage Rates.
Since is it being recommended to roll forward, it is required to have a public hearing and read aloud the “Public Hearing Notice” that was published in the paper on two separate occasions (May 1st & May 3rd) as follows:
Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given pursuant to Article 7, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705(B), that a public hearing will be held at 5:15 p.m., prior to the regular scheduled meeting of the St. Mary Parish School Board, on Thursday, June 13th, 2024 in the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex located at 474 Highway 317, Centerville, LA 70522 to consider levying additional or increased millage rates without further voter ap- proval or adopting the adjusted millage rates after reassessment and rolling forward to rates not to exceed the prior year’s maximum. The estimated amount of total tax revenues to be collected in the next tax year from the in- creased millage is $10,501,497, and the amount of in- crease in taxes attributable to the millage increase is $167,793. This notice as well as a recitation (summary) of St. Mary Parish School Board’s current budget can be found on our Internet website @ http://www.stmary k12.net.
The floor was open for public comments. Hearing none, the meeting adjourned.
Regular Session
The St. Mary Parish School Board met in regular session on Thursday, June 13, 2024, 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: Ms. Guienzy M. Brent, 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
Mr. Holmes gave the Invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of Am- erica.
President Black led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
Approval of Amended Agenda.
No amended agenda.
Approval of Official School Board Minutes.
Ms. Moore offer-ed the motion and Mr. Mancuso offer-ed the second to approve the official school board minutes from the regular school board meeting held on May 9, 2024. 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. Feg- enbush read aloud the items on the consent agenda as follows:
New Business
Business Af- fairs:
Item 4. *Ap- prove Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire of audit engagement entities.
Item 5. *Ap- prove a newspaper to serve as the official journal for the school board for the year commencing July 1, 2024.
Item 6. *Accept proposal of financial institutions in the parish to serve as joint fiscal agents for the school board for the two (2) year period commencing July 1, 2024.
Item 9. *Ap- prove banking resolutions authorizing signatories at various schools as a result ofrecent appointments.
Item 13. *Field Trip(s):
A. *Morgan City High School Band travel to Universal Studios STARS Marching Performance on April 13-17, 2025, in Orlanda, Florida.
Mr. Mancuso made a motion to approve the consent agenda, as presented by Dr. Fegenbush. Ms. Jones made a second, all in favor and the motion carried.
Appearances:
Recognition of newly appointed positions:
Ms. Estay recognized and congratulated the new appointees as follows:
•Ms. Amanda Chase, Principal of Wyandotte Elementary
•Mrs. Gidget Everitt, At-Risk Interventionist
•Ms. Elbone Delone, St. Mary Parish Coordinator of Accountability
•Mr. Kentrell Lewis, St. Mary Parish Behavior Interventionist
Recognition of 2024 Red Ribbon Slogan and Drawing Contest Winners:
Dr. Sanders recognized the 2024 Red Ribbon Slogan and Artwork winners as follows:
Slogan Contest Winner:
Andi-lyn Gros, 5th grade, M. E. Norman Elementary School
Artwork Winners:
•Jase Aucoin, 4th grade, Hattie Watts Elementary School
•Wyatt Aucoin, 1st grade, Berwick Elementary School
•Sherlly Bardales, 8th grade, Morgan City Junior High School
•Joselett Bibian, 3rd grade, J. S. Aucoin Elementary School
•Clare Crawford, 3rd grade, St. John Elementary School
•Fernando Fonseca, 8th grade, Morgan City Junior High School
•Adrian Hernandez-Garcia, 4th grade, J. S. Aucoin Elementary School
•Marcus Johnson, 11th grade, Morgan City High School
•Aubrey Notto, 3rd grade, Raintree Elementary School
•Bella Nguyen, 1st grade, St. John Elementary School
•Brynn Robison, 5th grade, St. John Elementary School
•Blain Richardson, 11th grade, Franklin Senior High School
Grand Champion:
•Sophia Hastings, 11th grade, Morgan City High School
Recognition of VAM 4 Educators:
Ms. Estay recognized the VAM 4 Educators as follows:
•Heather Crappell, Bayou Vista Elementary School
•Tamatha King, Bayou Vista Elementary School
•Bridget Mabile, Bayou Vista Elementary School
•Shantay Womble, Bayou Vista Elementary School
•Amy Gilliam, Franklin Junior High School
•Mary Gilmore, Hattie Watts Elementary School
•Ingrid Cummings, Raintree Elementary School
•Kim Mire, Raintree Elementary School
•Anna Howard, W.P. Foster Elementary School
•Maybelle Klein, Wyandotte Elementary School
Recognition of 12th grader J’Kylon Ceasar for Class 2A High Jump State Champion.
Due to prior commitments, recognition of J’Kylon Ceasar will be announced at the July 11, 2024 regular school board meeting.
Recognition of 11th grader A’Larryen Fuselier for FFA State President and 11th grader Benjamin Robicheaux for FFA State Parliamentarian.
Due to prior commitments, recognitions will be announced at the July 11, 2024 regular school board meeting.
Item 1. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an Industrial Tax Exemption application
for Gravois Aluminum Boats.
Mr. Evan Boudreaux, Director of St. Mary Economic Development ex- plained the non- compliance notice from the Louisiana Economic Development regarding Gravois Aluminum Boats Industrial Tax Exemption Program Contract# 20200220-ITE - $1,057,275.745 for project year 2022. The company fail-ed to satisfy the requirements of Exhibit A as referenced in the Exemption Contract.
The annual Certification of Compliance was re- ceived by the deadline set forth in Section 7.02; however, the company’s actual annual jobs and payroll was 0 jobs with payroll of $0; therefore, company is not in compliance with company objectives for the project year 2022.
The Board may defer any decision or action on the Company’s non- compliance to the Louisiana Board of Commerce and Industry,(“Board”), or in accordance with Section 6.01 (B)(4) of the Exhibit A, make a recommendation to the Board on the consequence for non-compliance.
Alternatively, as further provided by Section 6.01(B)(4), the local Governmental entities and the Company may agree on a default payment that the company can make to each of the local Governmental entities in the agreed amount, in which case, the current terms of the Exemption Contract shall remain the same without further consideration by the Board.
In order to make a recommendation to the Board or notify the Board if the Company makes a default payment, the Local Governmental En- tity or Entities must provide written notice, by resolution or otherwise, as appropriate, to LED either: 1) outlining the Local Governmental Entity’s recommendation to the Board to reduce the term of the exemption, reduce the annual percentage of the exemption or terminate the exemption or, 2) confirming that the Company has notice made a default payment. In order to ensure Boar consideration of any local action, written notice should be provided t LED no later than July 15, 2024.
Ms. LaSalle stated due to the non-compliance notice of Gravois Aluminum Boats, LLC, she would like to suggest that the Louisiana Economic Development Board pay back lost tax revenue to the St. Mary Parish School Board.
Ms. LaSalle made a motion to recommend that the Louisiana Economic Development Board pay back lost tax revenue to the St. Mary Parish School Board. Mrs. Griffin made a second. A roll call vote was taken as follows:
Yes: Mr. Murphy J. Pontiff Jr., Mrs. Ginger S. Griffin, Mrs. Lindsey T. Anslem, Ms. Debra R. Jones, Ms. Guienzy M. Brent, Ms. Marilyn P. LaSalle.
No: Mr. Chad M. Paradee, Mr. Andrew V. Mancuso, Mrs. Alaina L. Black, Mrs. Rhonda R. Dennis, Ms. Tammie L. Moore.
Vote: The motion passed (summary: Yes = 6, No = 5, Abstain = 0).
Item 2. Approve proposed Employee Meal Prices for the 2024-2025 school year.
Mrs. Dennis made a motion and seconded by Mr. Paradee to approve the proposed Em- ployee Meal Prices for the 2024-2025 school year, as presented by Ms. Chaisson. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 3. Approve Community Eligibility Provision Participation for the 2024-2025 school year.
Ms. Brent made a motion and seconded by Ms. Jones to approve the Community Eligibility Provision Participation for the 2024-2025 school year, as presented by Ms. Chaisson.All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 7. Approve group life insurance for the period commencing October 1, 2024.
Mr. Perry stated that the group life insurance policy will expire on September 30, 2024. The renewal with the current carrier, UNUM, had a substantial rate increase of 16%, prompting to seek quotes. Over twenty companies were contacted for quotes. Of those contacted, only seven were responsive with the remainder choosing not to quote.
An analysis was performed with benefits and premiums being considered. Upon completion of this review, one company stood out, Standard. Standard is an A-rated company which offered identical benefits at the same premium with a three-year rate guarantee.
After meeting with group consultant Mr. James Perez and broker Mr. Skip Kovac, it was unanimously agreed to move the policy to Standard effective October 1, 2024.
Mr. Paradee made a motion and seconded by Ms. Moore to approve the group life in- surance with Standard for the period commencing October 1, 2024. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 8. An- nounce intent to call elections in one or more school districts within the jurisdiction of the St. Mary Parish School Board.
Mr. Perry read aloud the an- nouncement of public meeting as follows:
Notice is hereby given that at its meeting to be held on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex, 474 Hwy. 317, Centerville, Louisiana, the Parish School Board of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, plans to consider adopting a resolution ordering and calling elections to be held in (i) Consolidated School District Number Two (2) of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, (ii) Consolidated School District Number Three (3) of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana and (iii) Sixth Ward Special School District No. 3 of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, to authorize the renewal of ad valorem taxes therein.
No action was required from the Board.
Item 10. Adopt the adjusted millage rate(s)
Mrs. Becky Voisin briefly ex- plained the process of the tax millage to board members. She read aloud the Resolution No. 1 for the tax millage rates for the year 2024 as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1
BE IT RESOLV-ED, by the St. Mary Parish School Board of the Parish of St. Mary, Louisiana, in a public meeting held on June 13, 2024, which meeting was conducted in accordance with the Open Meetings Law and the additional requirements of Article VII, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705(B), that the following adjusted millage rates be and they are hereby levied upon the dollar of the assessed valuation of all property subject to ad valorem taxation within said Parish for the year 2024, for the purpose of raising revenue:
GENERAL FUND, MILLAGE
1. Constitutional School Tax (1068051), 8.76 mills
2. Consolidated School District No. 5 (1068061), 11.72 mills
SPECIAL FUNDS (MAINTENANCE TAXES):
1. Consolidated School District No. 3 (1068055), 12.32 mills
2. Consolidated School District No. 2 (1068054), 12.59 mills
3. Sixth Ward School District No. 3 (1068057), 12.45 mills
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Assessor of the Parish of St. Mary, shall extend upon the assessment roll for the year 2024 the taxes herein levied, and the tax collector of said Parish shall collect and remit the same to said taxing authority in accordance with law.
The foregoing resolution was read in full, the roll was called on the adoption thereof, and the resolution was adopted by the following votes:
YEAS:
NAYS:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
CERTIFICATE
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of the resolution adopted at the meeting held on June 13, 2024, at which meeting a quorum was present and voting.
Centerville, Louisiana, this 13th day of June, 2024.
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Secretary/
Treasurer
The floor was open for public comments. There were no public comments.
Ms. LaSalle made a motion to approve Resolution No. 1 adopting the tax millage rates for the year 2024, as presented by Mrs. Becky Voisin. Mr. Mancuso gave a second to the motion. A roll call vote was taken as follows:
Yes: Mr. Chad M. Paradee, Mr. Andrew V. Mancuso, Mr. Murphy J. Pontiff Jr., Mrs. Alaina L. Black, Mrs. Ginger S. Griffin, Mrs. Lindsey T. Anslem, Mrs. Rhonda R. Dennis, Ms. Debra R. Jones, Ms. Guienzy M. Brent, Ms. Marilyn P. LaSalle, Ms. Tammie L. Moore.
Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 11).
Item 11. Set forth the adjusted millage rate(s) and roll forward to millage rates not exceeding the maximum authorized rate(s)
Mrs. Becky Voisin asked to combine Items 11 and 12 because they correlate to Resolution No 2.
Item 12. Adopt other authorized millages or taxes.
Mrs. Becky Voisin read aloud the resolution as follows:
RESOLUTION
NO. 2
BE IT RESOLV-ED, by the St. Mary Parish School Board of the Parish of St. Mary, Louisiana, in a public meeting held on June 13th, 2024, which meeting was conducted in accordance with the Open Meetings Law and the additional requirements of Article VII, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705(B), that the taxing district voted to increase the millage rate(s), but not in excess of the prior year’s maximum rate(s), on all taxable property shown on the official assessment roll for the year 2024, and when collected, the revenues from said taxes shall be used only for the specific purposes for which said taxes have been levied. Said millage rate(s) are:
Adjusted Rate, 2024 Levy
GENERAL FUND:
1. Constitutional School Tax (1068051), 8.76 mills, 8.83 mills
2. Consolidated School District No. 5 (1068061), 11.72 mills, 11.82 mills
SPECIAL FUNDS (MAINTENANCE TAXES):
1. Consolidated School District No. 3 (1068055), 12.32 mills, 12.42 mills
2. Consolidated School District No. 2 (1068054), 12.59 mills, 12.73 mills
3. Sixth Ward School District No. 3 (1068057), 12.45 mills, 12.53 mills
BOND RE- TIREMENT FUNDS:
1. Consolidated School District No. 1 (1068093), 8.00 mills
2. Special School District No. 4 (1068092, )4.00 mills
3. Fifth Ward Special School District No. 1 (1068106), 20.00 mills
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Assessor of the Parish of St. Mary, shall extend upon the assessment roll for the year 2024 the taxes herein levied, and the tax collector of said Parish shall collect and remit the same to said taxing authority in accordance with law.
The foregoing resolution was read in full, the roll was called on the adoption thereof, and the resolution was adopted by no less than two-thirds of the total membership of the taxing authority voting in favor as required by Article VII, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705(B). The votes were:
YEAS:
NAYS:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT
CERTIFICATE
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of the resolution adopted at the meeting held on June 13, 2024, at which meeting at least two-thirds of the total membership was present and voting.
Centerville, Louisiana, this 13th day of June, 2024.
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Secretary/
Treasurer
The floor was open for public comments. There were no public comments.
Ms. Moore made a motion to ap- prove Resolution No. 2 adopting the tax millage rates for the year 2024, as presented by Mrs. Becky Voisin. Mrs. Dennis gave a second to the motion. A roll call vote was taken as follows:
Yes: Mr. Chad M. Paradee, Mr. Andrew V. Mancuso, Mr. Murphy J. Pontiff Jr., Mrs. Alaina L. Black, Mrs. Ginger S. Griffin, Mrs. Lindsey T. Anslem, Mrs. Rhonda R. Dennis, Ms. Debra R. Jones, Ms. Guienzy M. Brent, Ms. Marilyn P. LaSalle, Ms. Tammie L. Moore.
Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 11).
Item 14. Receive updates regarding the re-enrollment process that has been initiated by the
St. Mary Parsh School system.
Dr. Sanders ex- plained the re-enrollment process as requested by Ms. Guienzy Brent, District I Board Member. On March 13, 2024, the district sent out a j-text to all of Saint Mary Parish families and sent the notification to local media, the district and school websites, and district and school social media. The notification provided all St. Mary’s families the information needed from the re-enrollment and residence verification process. The deadline given at that time was April 30, 2024.
The required en- rollment and residents’ verification documents were posted and re- mained posted on the district website, and for a few weeks circulated through social media so that parents and legal guardians could readily see the documentation re- quired.
Although the deadline given was April 30th schools have continued to accept documents and push out reminder notifications to families. Each school has maintained an alpha list spreadsheet to track each student re-enrollment. Currently, the district is close to 70 percent completed with enrollment district wide.
Senior graduates of 2025 for the upcoming school year were not im- pacted by this process, they were grandfathered inand didn’t have to provide documentation.
In mid-April, Dr. Fegenbush hosted a press conference for all local media at the Central Office Complex, in Centerville, Louisiana, where she explained the process and the reason for re-enrollment and residence verification and filled several questions from media.
This past Monday, a j-text was sent to all families who have not yet completed enrollment, the families were reminded that re-enrollment and resident verification are mandatory and asked that all documentation be turned in by noon on June 14, 2024.
Item 15. Accept change order #1 for chiller replacement at West St. Mary High School/ B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School using ESSER Funds.
Ms. Moore made a motion and seconded by Ms. Jones to approve change order #1 for chiller replacement at West St. Mary High School/ B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School using ESSER Funds, as presented by Mr. Wiese. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 16. Award substantial completion for chiller replacement at West St. Mary High School/B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School using ESSER Funds.
Ms. Moore made a motion and seconded by Ms. Jones to award substantial completion for chiller replacement at West St. Mary High School/B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School using ESSER Funds, as presented by Mr. Wiese. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 17. Accept change order for Franklin High School District I Phase II roofing project.
Ms. Jones made a motion and seconded by Ms. Moore to approve change order for Franklin High School District I Phase II roofing project, which will include the Davis- Bacon wage re- quirement going forward from June 1, 2024 for a total cost of 20,362.79, as presented by Mr. Wiese. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 18. Consider funding revisions for the Morgan City High School track to convert it to a 400-meter track.
Mr. Mancuso made a motion and seconded by Mrs. Dennis to approve funding revisions for the Morgan City High School track to convert it to a 400-meter track for a total cost of $24,150.00, as presented by Mr. Wiese. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 19. Accept change order for Patterson High School District II Phase I roofing project and change order for J. S. Aucoin Elementary School District III Phase I roofing project.
Mrs. Griffin made a motion and seconded by Ms. LaSalle to approve change order for Patterson High School District II Phase I roofing project for $15,276.02 and change order for J. S. Aucoin Elementary School District III Phase I roofing project for the amount of $4,055.00, as presented by Mr. Wiese. All in favor and the motion carried.
Item 20. Discuss and take action regarding proposed realignment plan.
Dr. Fegenbush reported that a public work session was discussed on Tuesday, June 11th regarding the proposed realignment plan. She briefly explained that the plan had two parts; one-part concerns organizational structure with some proposed changes and then the second part is the proposed salary ad- justments. The salary adjustments were in three areas; the first area was for classified staff who are hourly workers; the salary suggestions in that area vary because of a third-party vendor Lean Frog. The second area; teacher and index personnel; that proposal originally was to raise St. Mary’s base teacher salary scale to an additional $1,200, however from feedback from board members the suggestion was to raise that base pay by $1,500, which would raise the starting salary from $46,300 to $47,800 for St. Mary Parish base teacher salary. The third area; adjust 10. 10.5-, 11- and 12-month calendars to equal the same days for classified personnel, which would help raise index salaries that have been shown to be slightly below the market peer average.
If the realignment Plan is ap- proved, this will allow the potential School Board salaries to $800 per board member and $900 per board president to be advertised ac- cording to RS 17:56 for Board consideration at the July meeting.)
School Board member raises will not be included in this vote.
Mr. Paradee made a motion and seconded by Ms. Moore to approve the organizational chart of section I-A and 1-B of the proposed realignment plan.
Mr. Andrew Mancuso has re- quested to ab- stain from voting on teacher salary considerations due to his wife being a teacher. He will only be participating in the discussion.
Mr. Jones made a motion and seconded by Ms. Brent to approve the proposed salary adjustment for teachers and index personnel of section II of the proposed realignment plan.
Mrs. Griffin amended the motion on the floor to increase the index of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) from 1.60 to 1.67. Ms. LaSalle offered a second.
After discussion, Mr. Mancuso stated that he will be voting on the recommendation of the Chief Financial Officer’s in- crease since it does not include teacher salaries.
A roll call vote was taken as follows:
Yes: Mr. Andrew Mancuso, Mr. Murphy J. Pontiff Jr., Mrs. Ginger S. Griffin, Ms. Marilyn P. LaSalle.
No: Mr. Chad M. Paradee, Mrs. Alaina L. Black, Mrs. Lindsey T. Anslem, Mrs. Rhonda R. Dennis, Ms. Debra R. Jones, Ms. Guienzy M. Brent, , Ms. Tammie L. Moore.
Vote: Motion failed by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 4, No = 7, Abstain = 0)
The original motion made by Ms. Jones and seconded by Ms. Brent was approv-ed for the proposed salary adjustment for teachers and index personnel as described in section II of the proposed realignment plan. All in favor, with Mr. Mancuso abstaining from voting.
Reports
Committees:
Staff Report:
Mr. Wiese re- ported that the Louisiana Public Service Commission Energy Efficiency Program approved funding for Lighting up- grades at Hattie Watts Elementary School and Berwick Elementary School. To qualify for this program, schools had to be Cleco customers, which prevented Morgan City High School from participating due to being a customer with the City of Morgan City. Total project funding for both schools is $692,576.00, which is no cost to the school board.
Chief Financial Officer’s Re- port:
Sale Tax Up- date
Mr. Perry re- ported that the sales tax collections are for eleven months into the fiscal year and May’s collections were $1,953,000 versus a budget of $1,951,000.
Financial Statements (Major Funds Only):
The Board was provided financial statements for major funds only to review at their leisure.
Other Significant Items:
Mr. James Perez will attend the regular school board meeting on July 11, 2024, to provide a summary to date on the Group Health In- surance Plan.
Superintendent’s Report:
Dr. Fegenbush briefly explained the changes made to the house bill 967 that was re- cently signed into law by Governor Landry becoming Act 394, regarding Teachers’ Retirement System of Louisiana (TRSL) retirees to return to work in a TRSL eligible position. Those who have been out for more than twelve (12) months and wanting to return to work are encouraged to apply on the St. Mary Parish School Board’s website.
Currently, St. Mary Parish School Board is trying to finalize the reenrollment process for the 2024-2025 school year that starts August 7 2024, which is close to 70 percent reenrollment status.
Dr. Fegenbush stated that she was recently in- formed by the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security (GOHSEP) that seventeen (17) of St. Mary Parish schools has re- ceived over $823,227.00 for safety upgrades. The remaining five (5) schools are on round two, which is likely to be approved for a total of over $240,000 for safety upgrades.
In closing, she thanked the school board for approving salary raises for the St. Mary Parish School Board’s employees.
Report from Board Attorney Mr. Bob Hammonds:
Attorney Hammonds made a brief announcement that the board had authorized the attorney general to come in as Co-counsel and your desegregation case that was opposed by the National Association for the Ad- vancement of Colored People (NAACP.) A hearing was held today, and the court granted the motion for the attorney general to be Co- counsel for the board and the case.
Closing:
Resolutions of Respect
Ms. Estay read the Resolutions of Respect for the late Elridge Hos-kins, Jr. (retired middle school head custodian), Roger Liner (retired school bus attendant), and Herbert Menard (retired school bus driver).
Adjournment:
With there being no further business to address, Ms. LaSalle made a motion to ad- journ the meeting at 7:10 p.m. Ms. Moore made a second, all in favor and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Herbert Menard
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Herbert Menard, and
WHEREAS, his untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired school bus driver and a fine citizen;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the St. Mary Parish School Board and the people attending this Board meeting, rise and bow our heads in silent prayer out of re- spect for the late Herbert Menard, and extend to his bereaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, en- deavor to express the high regard in which we held him in life and honor his memory in death.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED that a copy of this resolution be inscribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to the be- reaved family of Herbert Menard, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for him.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 13th of June, 2024.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY FEGENBUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Elridge Hoskins, Jr.
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Elridge Hoskins, Jr., and
WHEREAS, his untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired middle school head custodian 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 Elridge Hoskins, Jr., and extend to his bereaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, endeavor to ex- press the high regard in which we held him in life and honor his memory in death.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED that a copy of this resolution be inscribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to the be- reaved family of Elridge Hoskins, Jr., and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for him.
This Resolution was therefore declared approved and adopted this 13th of June, 2024.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY FEGENBUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Roger Liner
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Roger Lin-er, and
WHEREAS, his untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired school bus attendant 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 Roger Liner, and extend to his be- reaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, en- deavor to express the high regard in which we held 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 Roger Liner, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for him.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 13th of June, 2024.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Buffy
Fegenbush
BUFFY FEGENBUSH, Ed.D.,
SECRETARY
Adv. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY, STATE OF LOUISIANA
JUNE 26, 2024
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: Rev. Craig Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., Mark Duhon, Dean Adams, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.
The Invocation was pronounced by Mr. Olander and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Hill.
Mr. Olander moved that the reading of the First Regular Meeting, June 12, 2024; Special Session, June 12, 2024; and Special Session, June 18, 2024 be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Hill seconded the motion, which carried.
Terri Foulcard, Registrar of Voters and Raquel Baker, Chief Deputy, ap- peared before the Council to present the details of the new voting location for early voting at West St. Mary Civic Center for Districts 1, 2, 3, and At-Large. She stated that currently there is an early voting site in Morgan City and in Franklin.
Mrs. Foulcard informed of an additional proposed voting site at West St. Mary Civic Center. She stated that citizens can vote at any of the three locations during early voting. She also stated that this is a much needed service that will give voters residing in Sorrell, Four Corners, Glencoe, and Charenton the opportunity to have a closer early voting location. She in- formed that early voting for Presidential voting this year will be held for 10 days.
In response to several Council Members’ inquiries relative to cost, Mrs. Foulcard informed that they have eliminated several suggested items from the State’s list that are not needed. She also informed that the State pays 100 percent of the labor cost for commissioners and security forever. She further in- formed that the State’s small site estimated annual cost is $6,390 that the Secretary of State will pay in advance but the Parish’s reimbursement will be a quarterly payment plan. She also informed that the estimated startup cost is $4,200.
Mr. Ina requested to move up Item 13A, “Resolution approving and authorizing the Parish President to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between Louisiana Department of State, Office of the Secretary of State, St. Mary Parish Registrar of Voters, St. Mary Parish Council, and West St. Mary Civic Center relative to the use of new polling facility for early voting.”
In response to Mr. Hebert’s relative to funding, Finance Committee Chairman Rev. Mathews stated that the cost could easily be absorbed in the budget. Parish President Sam Jones stated that he has $5,000 benchmarked for this project and that it is important to make this available for citizens to vote.
In response to Dr. Rink’s inquiry, Mrs. Foulcard stated that Raquel Baker will work this location as a full time Chief Deputy.
Dr. Rink clarified that the maximum is $6,390 and that the cost could be lower than that.
Rev. Mathews moved that the following Resolution be adopted. Mr. Ina seconded the motion, which carried by the following 11-0-0-0 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Mathews, Ina, Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, and Hidalgo
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION
A resolution authorizing Sam Jones, the President to execute a Memorandum of Understanding be- tween Louisiana Department of State, Office of the Secretary of State, St. Mary Parish Registrar of Voters, St. Mary Parish Council, and West St. Mary Civic Center relative to the use of new polling facility for early voting.
BE IT RE- SOLVED, that Sam Jones, President of the Parish of St. Mary, be and he is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the Parish Council, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding be- tween Louisiana Department of State, Office of the Secretary of State, St. Mary Parish Registrar of Voters, St. Mary Parish Council, and West St. Mary Civic Center relative to the use of new polling facility for early voting, with said Memorandum of Understanding 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 26th day of June 2024.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Mrs. Hidalgo stated that Larry Aucoin phoned to inform that he will not be able to appear before the Council to discuss St. Mary Parish Boards and Commissions.
Darren J. Gussman appeared before the Council to discuss a drainage/pump issue at his property located on Lake Pa- lourde Road. He stated that he owns DJ’s Welding Service in Amelia, a marine business that needs access to the bayou. He informed that there is an overhead power line that runs across his property to service a drainage pump that has not worked in 14 years. He explain-ed that the power line interferes with the use of some of his heavy equipment. He stated that he has attended several Drainage Board meetings to voice his concerns and at first was told that the line could be run underground but later was told that Mr. Gussman’s would have to pay for it. His concern also is that the neighborhood has drainage problems and properties flood.
Mr. Duhon stated that he did not pull those pumps and loaned Mr. Gussman a 6 inch hydraulic pump several times. He stated that previous administration did install pipes behind Amelia Belle Casino and that he is trying to get the pump reinstalled. He also stated that the drainage district bought an auxiliary pump about two years ago that has never been install-ed.
Per Dr. Rink’s inquiry relative to the availability of GOMESA Funds or grant funding, Chief Administrative Officer, Paul Governale stated that there are some coastal funds that may be available, the GOMESA Funds have been spent, and he would have our Grant Administrator research information.
Mr. Duhon stated that he has been trying to have pumps installed for the last two years and that the drainage district has approximately $1.7 million dollars in the bank and can afford to install pumps.
Leroy Trim ap- peared before the Council to discuss St. Mary Parish Boards and Commissions and stated that he had been a member on the Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 2A Board for eight years and questioned why he was not informed nor reappointed to this board at the last Council meeting.
In response to Mr. Trim’s inquiry, Mr. Duhon stated that Mr. Davis made the motion for that appointment. He stated that Mr. Trim’s term was up and felt that a change was needed, as discussed earlier regarding pump issues. He expounded on issues with the pumps that had not worked in several years, drainage issues, and other issues in the area.
Roddie Matherne, CEO, Pelican Waste & Debris, LLC, District Manager Kuchonni Lewis, and Supervisor Marcus Jacquet appeared be- fore the Council to provide an update on the St. Mary Parish residential solid waste collection program.
Several Council Members informed of residents’ complaints relative to Pelican’s service and commended Pelican for a job well done to correct these issues.
Per President Jones’ inquiry, Mr. Matherne stated that there are8,000 bear carts in St. Mary Parish that costs approximately $350 each. He stated that drivers are paid approximately $19-$20 per hour and hoppers are paid approximately $14-$16 per hour.
Parish President, Sam Jones stated that the Cajun Coast Tourist Center has approximately $2.6 million in the bank and his concern is that the Parish is not getting proper cooperation with them. He stated that he will reach out to them to schedule a meeting to discuss issues.
President Jones expounded on projects, such as road overlays in the Parish.
In response to several Council Members’ inquiries, President Jones expounded on Capital Outlay regarding Fairview/Odyssey House, Morgan City Walking Trail, and resignations of four Fire District No. 7 Board members.
Several Council Members had lengthy discussion regarding their concerns with the resignations of four Fire District No. 7 Board members, offering training for these boards and commissions, and suggested President Jones include such issues in his report to inform the Council to help re- solve issues.
Chief Administrative Officer, Paul J. Governale stated that after a few Fire District No. 7 Board Members met with President Jones the first time, they decided not to re- sign and withdrew their resignations but did resign a few days later, after their next board meeting. He stated that he and newly appointed Finance Director, Desiree Gros have looked at some of the records that were turned in and everything looks good. He said he has been in touch with the bond attorney to obtain a debt schedule and informed that he can obtain the bank records once he is authorized to do so.
Chief Administrative Officer, Paul J. Governale submitted his re- port for a two (2) week period ending June 26, 2024.
Mr. Governale informed that the newly appointed Water & Sewer Commission No. 5 Board Members have filed their oaths of office and that normally their meetings are held on the second Monday of the month. He will reach out to them to try to schedule it for Monday, July 8, 2024. He stated that Legal Counsel, Eric Duplantis, has offered to train the board as to their responsibilities, posting agendas, taking minutes, and posting minutes.
Rev. Mathews stated that the meeting will be held at West St. Mary Civic Center, which is located in that district.
In response to Mr. Ina’s inquiry relative to the wage comprehensive study and organizational re- view study of Parish employees, Mr. Governale stated that he will follow up with McGriff, the firm that offered to conduct these studies at no charge. Mr. Ina requested that Mr. Governale include his findings in his CAO report at the next meeting.
Per Mr. Olan-der’s inquiry relative to replacing center section boards at Quintana Boat Landing, Mr. Governale stated that there are two slips to use, one is functional and the other is closed due to that portion of the landing being underwater. He stated that he will discuss this with the Public Works Director.
Mr. Duhon stated that he can tear down several derelict structures in Siracusaville but needs to contact Roddie Matherne, CEO, Pelican Waste & Debris for dumpsters and get permission to be on the property. Mr. Governale stated that he will talk to the Planning & Zoning Department to see if they have open files on these structures.
In absence of Planning & Zoning Director, Mandi LeBlanc, Mr. Governale presented the following item as recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission at their June 17, 2024, Regular Meeting:
a. Recommend Preliminary & Final Subdivision Development Approval –
Name: Lynn Patrick Landry
Address: 854 Hwy. 318, Jeanerette, LA
Parcel Id# Parcel #1814921028.00- Sec. 5 T14S R8E - 16.15 Ac Tract Bd Lockett - Sorrel - Taylor - Jones (now Hwy 318) Acq 392 333679
Zoned: Agricultural (AG) Zoned District
PURPOSE: as shown on a plat titled “Plan of Land showing a portion of property of Lynn Patrick Landry, et al. as per COB 392, Entry 333,679 being Tract “BEFGB” to be acquired by St. Mary Parish Fire District No. 11 Situated in Section 5, T14S-R8E St. Mary Parish, Louisiana Southwestern Land District” as drawn by Miller Engineers & Associates, Inc. Engineer & Land Surveyors, DWG. No. 14190-1 dated May 13, 2024.
Pending Board of Adjustments ap- proval, at the July 1, 2024, meeting.
Mr. Adams recommends that Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development be approved. Rev. Mathews seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Adams mov-ed that the reading of the Public Hearing Report – June 12, 2024 be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Dr. Rink seconded the motion, which carried.
Dr. Rink moved that the following Resolutions be adopted. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried by the following 11-0-0-0 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Ina, Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo, and Mathews
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION
Resolution auth- orizing Sam Jones, the President to execute Maintenance Agreements with the State of Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Office of Engineering relative to Mowing and Litter Pickup for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025.
BE IT RESOLV-ED, that Sam Jones, President of the Parish of St. Mary, be and he is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the Parish Council, to execute Maintenance Agreements by and between the Department of Transportation and Development Office of Engineering, with said Maintenance Agreements 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 26th day of June 2024.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
RESOLUTION OF
ACCEPTANCE
Resolution auth- orizing and directing the President to execute for and on behalf of the Parish of St. Mary, a Certificate of Substantial Completion from Otis Elevator Company relative to a new elevator at Fairview Treatment Center.
WHEREAS, Otis Elevator Company, 2000 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA 70005, has substantially completed the new elevator at Fairview Treatment Center.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Parish of St. Mary that the President be, and he is hereby em- powered, authorized, and directed to execute a Certificate of Substantial Completion for and on behalf of the Parish of St. Mary accepting the new elevator project at Fairview Treatment Center.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that he be authorized and directed to have a copy of said Certificate of Substantial Completion recorded in the mortgage records of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 26th day of June 2024.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
In response to several Council Members’ inquiry, Mr. Governale stated that the elevator is near completion and will cost approximately $200,000.
RESOLUTION
Resolution providing for the approval and authorization for Change Order No. 2 relative to the Micro-Surfacing of Ralph Darden Memorial Parkway Project.
WHEREAS, a certain contract has been entered into between the St. Mary Parish Council and Vance Brothers, Inc., P.O. Box 300107, Kansas City, MO 64113, to the Micro-Surfacing of Ralph Darden Memorial Parkway Project, and
WHEREAS, the items as shown on Change Order No. 2 will result in a decrease of $87,955.55 in the contract price.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the St. Mary Parish Council does hereby approve the issuance of Change Order No. 2 covering a de- crease of $87,955.55 in the contract price for the Micro-Surfacing of Ralph Darden Memorial Parkway Project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that the President of St. Mary Parish, Sam Jones, 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 June 2024.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
RESOLUTION OF
ACCEPTANCE
A Resolution authorizing and directing the President to execute for and on behalf of the Parish of St. Mary, a Certificate of Substantial Completion from Vance Brothers, Inc. relative the Micro-Surfacing of Ralph Darden Memorial Parkway Project.
WHEREAS, Vance Brothers, Inc., P.O. Box 300107, Kansas City, MO 64113, has substantially completed the Micro-Surfacing of Ralph Darden Memorial Parkway Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Parish of St. Mary that the President be, and he is hereby em- powered, authorized, and directed to execute a Certificate of Substantial Completion for and on behalf of the Parish of St. Mary accepting the Micro-Surfacing of Ralph Darden Memorial Parkway Project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that he be authorized and directed to have a copy of said Certificate of Substantial Completion recorded in the mortgage records of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 26th day of June 2024.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
OLD BUSINESS:
A. Discussion and action relative to appointments to St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission (11 Board Members).
After Lisa Morgan explained the appointment process, Rev. Mathews moved that Baldwin Mayor, Clarence Vappie be appointed to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent District No. 1. Dr. Rink seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Ina moved that Dr. Gary Wiltz be appointed to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent District No. 2. Dr. Rink seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Olander moved that John Higdon be appointed to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent District No. 3. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Hill moved that Jeremy Ches-teen be appointed to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent District No. 4. Mr. Duhon seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Rulf moved that John Armato be appointed to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent District No. 5. Dr. Rink seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Hebert stated that he does not have a recommendation to appoint to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent District No. 6 and requested to place this item on the next agenda.
Mr. Davis stated that he does not have a recommendation to appoint to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent District No. 7 and requested to place this item on the next agenda.
Mr. Duhon mov-ed that Betty Cheramie Hicks be appointed to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent District No. 8. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried.
Dr. Rink moved that Kenneth Perry, Jr. be appointed to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent At-Large District No. 9. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Adams mov-ed that Barry Dufrene be ap- pointed to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent At-Large District No. 11. Mr. Rulf seconded the motion, which carried.
Mrs. Hidalgo moved that John Trevino, Sr. be appointed to the St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter Commission to represent At-Large District No. 10. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
Lisa Morgan stated that Jeremy Chesteen will re- sign from the Planning & Zoning Commission in or- der to serve on the Home Rule Charter Commission.
After discussion, Mr. Ina requested that the Home Rule Charter Commission’s first meeting be held on July 17, 2024 at 6:00 p.m., 5th Floor Courthouse, Franklin. Dr. Rink seconded the mo- tion, which carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Appointments to the following Boards and Commissions:
Kemper Williams Park Advisory Committee – 3 Vacancies
No applications received.
Lisa Morgan in- formed that a late application was received after the deadline from present member David Bourdier, it will be placed this on the July 10, 2024 agenda.
Dr. Rink inform-ed that these vacancies are for the Franklin and Baldwin areas.
St. Mary Parish Library Board of Control (SMP except Morgan City) – 1 Vacancy
Adriane F. Kramer, Sherita Narcisse
Rev. Mathews moved that Sherita Narcisse be appointed to the St. Mary Parish Library Board of Control. Mr. Ina seconded the motion.
Mr. Hebert amended the motion to appoint Adriane F. Kramer to the St. Mary Parish Library Board of Control. Dr. Rink seconded the motion.
Several Council Members discussed the backgrounds of each applicant and appointment re- quirements.
Amended mo- tion to appoint Adriane F. Kramer to the St. Mary Parish Library Board of Control carried by the following 7-4-0-0 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Olander, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Adams, Rink, and Hidalgo
NAYS: Hill, Duhon, Mathews, and Ina
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
The motion to appoint Adriane F. Kramer passed with a favorable vote. Rev. Mathews, Mr. Ina, and Mr. Hill voted no.
Recreation District No. 3 (Bayou Vista) – 1 Vacancy
Edward Gay VI – Present Member
Mr. Hill moved that Edward Gay VI be reappointed to Recreation District No. 3. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
St. Mary Parish Tourist Commission (District 1, 2, & 3 (1 Vacancy), District 7, 8, and bordering 9 (1 Vacancy) and At-Large (1 vacancy)
Kimberly S. Walden (Dist. 1, 2, & 3) – Present Member, Keith Leonard (At- Large) – Present Member
Mr. Adams mov-ed that Kimberly S. Walden (Dist. 1, 2, & 3) and Keith Leonard (At- Large) be reappointed to St. Mary Parish Tourist Commission. Mr. Hill seconded the motion, which carried.
Wards 5 and 8 Joint Sewer Commission – 1 Vacancy
No applications received.
St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer Commission No. 5 (Four Corners/Glencoe) – 1 Vacancy
Sandra E. Lockett – Present Member, Bettye J. Tillman, Virginia Sutton
Rev. Mathews moved that Sandra E. Lockett be reappointed to Water and Sewer Commission No. 5. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
Waterworks District No. 5 – 2 Vacancies
Phelo J. Keller – Present Member
Mr. Olander moved that Phelo J. Keller be reappointed to Waterworks District No. 5. Dr. Rink seconded the motion, which carried.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried.
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GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo,
Chairperson
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. July 17, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE
RECREATION DISTRICT #2 ST MARY PARISH
1110 GRACE STREET
PO BOX 922
MORGAN CITY, LA. 70380
BOARD OF COMMISSIONER
RECREATION DISTRICT #2
1110 GRACE STREET
MORGAN CITY, LA. 70380
6:00PM
June 13th, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Recreation District #2 was called to order by Chairman, Oscar Toups, at 6 o’clock in the evening. Invocation was led by Norma Skinner. Members present were Norma Skinner, Sandra Wilkerson, Ann Poole and Oscar Toups. Others present was Leroy Trim Guest - None
Minutes from May 09th, 2024 regular monthly meeting was read by Ann Poole. A motion to accept and approve the minutes as read, was made by Norma Skinner and second by .Sandra Wilkerson with any necessary corrections, if any. The motion was approved by all board members present.
Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: Nelda Dural
Financial report was presented by Leroy Trim. A motion to accept the financial re- port as read, with any necessary corrections, if any, was made by Sandra Wilkerson and second by Norma Skinner, with all in favor. Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: Nelda Dural
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Trim stated that in re- gard to the building improvements update; he mentioned he has spoken to Mr. Jim Firmin of Firmin Architects in re- gards to the flooring installation throughout the hallways at the facility. Firmin stated that the contractors have been contacted and will reach out to Mr. Trim accordingly to have this matter resolved in a timely manner.
NEW BUSINESS: Mr. Trim stated that Mitchell Thomas, Coordinator will be hosting a Back-to-School Giveaway on July 27th, 2024 from 10:00am -2:00pm, at the Siracusa Recreation Center, located on 1110 Grace Street, Morgan City, Louisiana. There will be a variety of vendors giving away many items to assist one’s whom are unfortunate to purchase the costly items needed to begin school. On site screenings etc. will be at this monumental event. This event is sponsored by Aetna,
Bills were submitted for payment, after being reviewed by all board members present, a motion to pay all bills were made by Sandra Wilkerson and second by Norma Skinner, with all in favor. The motion was ap- proved without opposition. Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: Nelda Dural
With nothing further to discuss, a motion to ad- journ was made by Sandra Wilkerson and second by Norma Skinner with all in favor. The motion was approved unanimously.
(S) Oscar Toups
Oscar Toups,
Chairman
Adv. July 17, 2024

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