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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF
MORGAN CITY
MAY 26, 2026
The Mayor and City Council of Morgan City, Louisiana, met at 6:00 pm (local time) in regular session, this date, in the City Court Building, Highway 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana.
There were present: Honorable Lee Dragna, Mayor; and Council Members Ron Bias, Steve Domangue, Thomas Hutchinson, Jr., Tim Hy- mel, and Bonnie Leonard.
Absent: None
Also present were Mr. Charlie Solar, Jr., Chief Administrative Officer and Mr. Paul Landry, City Attorney.
The invocation was given by Pastor Bias.
There was no Positive Image recipient for the month of May.
Malik Phillips requested permission to hold the Saddles & Spurs Showdown at the ABBC Arena on July 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. He said there would be music, food, fun jumps, and alcohol served. A motion to approve the request was made by Mrs. Leonard, seconded by Mr. Hymel, and voted unanimously in favor.
Mr. Bryce Merrill with the Oilfield Diver’s Monument presented the council with a financial and economic impact report from the 3rd annual Oilfield Diver’s Rally Weekend (copy on file).
Mrs. Nathalie Weber, with the Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival, submitted a request to hold the 91st annual Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival (copy on file). A motion to approve the request was made by Mr. Hutchinson, seconded by Mr. Domangue, and voted unanimously in favor.
Pastor Bias said he had recently met with Mike Williams, the LEPA plant superintendent, regarding the flare-ups that happened at the plant during both day and night times. Mr. Williams stated that the noise occurred when the plant went offline. Baffles had been installed in the past and seemed to help the noise level. He said that LEPA was going to get contractors to install new baffles that should lessen the noise.
The next matter on the agenda was the Mayor’s up- date. Mayor Dragna thanked all of the Electrical Crews, Public Works, Water, Sew-er & Gas, Fire De- partment, and the Police Department for their help during the recent weather event. He said that in addition to a loss of power, there were downed trees throughout the City, and a barge had struck the bridge. He thanked all the employees for their hard work and dedication, and said he felt we had one of the best crews in the state.
The minutes of the April 28, 2026 meeting were submitted. There be- ing no corrections, additions, or deletions, a motion to approve the minutes was made by Pastor Bias, seconded by Mrs. Leonard, and voted unanimously in favor.
Mrs. Deborah Garber, Finance Director, submitted the following financial statement for the period ending April 30, 2026.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DATE: May 26, 2026
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: Deborah Garber
RE: Comments related to summary of revenues and expenses compared to budget for the period ended April 30, 2026.
Attached is a summary that compares our actual revenues and expenses to our operational budget for our major funds subject to budgetary control for the period ending April 30, 2026. The following comments are related thereto:
General and Ancillary Funds: Revenues are currently over budget by $149,407. Operating expenses are under budget by $238,591. The net loss of $1,481,200 is a positive variance of $387,998 as compared to the adopted budget.
Utility Fund: Actual revenues remain under budget this month by $263,517 with operational expenses over budget by $220,722. The net income, after transfers, of $1,064,986, creates an unfavorable variance compared to the budget of $403,868.
Sanitation and Sewer Fund: The operating revenues are $33,648 over budget, with total operating expenses under budget by $170,699. The net income, after transfers, of $345,316 leaves a positive variance of $205,763.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Deborah Garber
Deborah Garber
Finance Director
A motion to accept the financial statement was made by Mr. Do- mangue, seconded by Mr. Hutchinson, and voted unanimously in favor.
The next matter on the agenda was the Department Head Appointment. Mayor Dragna offered the name of Chase Pickens to serve as Director of Recreation & Culture. He asked that the council approve this appointment for a four-month trial period, and would be reassessed after that time. Pastor Bias said he did not think four months was long enough for a trial period, and he moved to appoint Chase Pickens for a six-month trial period. A motion to enter executive session to discuss personnel issues was made by Mr. Hymel, seconded by Pastor Bias, and voted unanimously in favor.
EXECUTIVE SESSION FROM 6:21 PM TO 7:11 PM.
Pastor Bias made a motion to appoint Chase Pickens as Director of Recreation & Culture for a trial period of six months, seconded by Mr. Hutchinson. The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Bias, Hutchinson, Leonard
NAYS: Hymel
ABSTAIN: Do- mangue
ABSENT: None
The next matter on the agenda was the Planning & Zoning Committee recommendations. A motion to rezone the property at 404 Oregon Street from “C” Commercial to “R-4” Residential was made by Mr. Hymel, seconded by Pastor Bias, and voted unanimously in favor.
The rezoning of the property at 402 Fourth Street was the next matter on the agenda. A motion to rezone the property at 402 Fourth Street from “R-4A” Residential to “C” Commercial was made by Mr. Do- mangue, seconded by Mr. Hutchinson, and voted un- animously in favor.
The next matter on the agenda was the Official Journal; whereupon,
Mr. Hutchinson offered the following Resolution,
RESOLUTION
NO. R: 26-20
WHEREAS, L.R.S. 43:171 provides that political subdivisions of the state shall select an official journal for the period of July 1st and ending June 30th of each year, and
WHEREAS, The Morgan City Review is the only newspaper within the City which conforms to the regulations governing official journals, and
WHEREAS, the price quoted by The Morgan City Review is within the limits allowed by law,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RE- SOLVED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, that The Morgan City Review be and the same is hereby appointed as the official journal of the City of Morgan City and its proposal to publish legal publications of the City at a cost of $6.00 per square is hereby accepted.
Mrs. Leonard seconded the mo- tion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Hutchinson, Leonard, Bias, Domangue, Hymel
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 26th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna,
Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Mayor Dragna said he had been contacted by St. Mary Parish re- garding the use of the Municipal Auditorium as a polling place due to the upcoming closure of the St. Mary Parish Sheriiff’s Department, and a lease needed to be signed; whereupon,
Pastor Bias offered the following Resolution, who moved for its adop¬tion.
RESOLUTION
NO. R: 26-21
WHEREAS, St. Mary Parish re- quires a polling place for elections, and
WHEREAS, the City has the Municipal Auditorium available to use as a polling place,
WHEREAS, both parties are desirous of entering into a lease.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that the Mayor, be and he is hereby authorized, em- powered, and directed in the name of and on behalf of the City of Morgan City to execute said lease agreement be- tween the City and the Parish of St. Mary.
Mr. Hymel seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Bias, Hy- mel, Domangue, Hutchinson, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 26th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna,
Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Mayor Dragna said that the International Petroleum Museum and Exposition was interested in donating the Diver’s Monument to the City, and an Act of Donation needed to be signed; whereupon,
Mrs. Leonard offered the following Resolution, who moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION
NO. R: 26-22
WHEREAS, the International Petroleum Museum and Exposition, Inc., is desirous of donating to the City the Oilfield Divers Monument located on the grounds of the Municipal Auditorium, near the Fallen Warrior Memorial adjacent to Myrtle Street, in St. May Parish, and
WHEREAS, an Act of Donation has been prepared.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RE- SOLVED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana that the Mayor be and he is hereby authorized, empowered, and directed to enter into an agreement with the International Petroleum Museum and Exposition, Inc. for the donation of the Oilfield Divers Monument.
Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Leonard, Hutchinson, Bias, Domangue, Hymel
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The resolution was therefore declared approved and adopted this 26th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna,
Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
The next matter on the agenda was the surplus equipment; whereupon,
Mr. Hymel offered the following Resolution, who moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION
NO. R: 26-23
BE IT RESOLV-ED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, that the item shown below are hereby declared surplus and no longer needed:
1. 2012 Freightliner Vac Truck, VIN # 1FVACXDT9CDBF8927, Water, Sewer, Gas Dept.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, etc., that said items be sold either by auction, on GovDeal.com, or by receiving bids.
Mr. Domangue seconded the mo- tion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Hymel, Domangue, Bias, Hutchinson, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The Resolution was therefore declared approved and adopted this 26th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna,
Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
The public hearing was opened for the Resolution that no Petition had been filed objecting to the proposed issuance of Taxable Utility Bonds. No one appeared for or against the issue; whereupon,
The following resolution was offered by Mrs. Leonard and seconded by Mr. Domangue:
RESOLUTION
NO. R:26-24
A resolution finding and determining that no petition has been filed objecting to the proposed issuance of Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana, in an amount not to exceed Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000); authorizing the officials of the City to proceed with the preparation of the documents re- quired for the issuance of the Bonds; and providing for other matters in connection therewith.
WHEREAS, on April 28, 2026, the Morgan City Council (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana (the “City”), adopted a resolution declaring its intention to issue not to exceed Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000) of Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds of the City (the “Bonds”), in compliance with the provisions of Part II of Chapter 4 of Subtitle II of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority (the “Act”), to mature over a period of time not to exceed thirty (30) years from the date of their issuance and bear interest at a rate or rates not exceeding 2.45% per annum: and
WHEREAS, the Governing Authority authorized the publication of a Notice of Intention in connection with the issuance of the Bonds; and
WHEREAS, the Notice of Intention was published once a week for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Morgan City Re- view, a newspaper of general circulation in and the official journal of the City, namely on May 1, 7, 15, and 22, 2026; and
WHEREAS, said Notice of Intention included a general description of the Bonds and the security therefor and set forth a date and time (May 26, 2026, at six o’clock (6:00) p.m.) when the Governing Authority would meet in open and public session to receive any petitions or hear any objections to the proposed issuance of the Bonds without the holding of an election thereon; and
WHEREAS, on said date and time a public hearing was held and no one offered any objections of any kind to the issuance of the Bonds or presented or had filed any petition pertaining to the issuance of the Bonds; and
WHEREAS, it is now the desire of the Governing Authority to auth-orize such further action as may be required to proceed with the issuance of the Bonds;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED by the Morgan City Council, acting as the governing authority of the City, that:
SECTION 1) All of the findings of fact made and set forth in the preambles to this resolution are hereby declared to be true and correct and are adopted as if fully set forth herein, and it is hereby further found and determined that the City, acting through the Governing Authority, is authorized to issue not exceeding Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000) of Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds of the City, in one or more series, in accordance with the Act and the aforesaid Notice of Intention issued pursuant thereto, without the necessity of the holding of an election on the question of the issuance of such Bonds. The Bonds shall mature at such time or times (not to exceed thirty (30) years from their date of issuance), and bear interest at such rate or rates not exceeding 2.45% per annum, and contain such other provisions as a subsequent ordinance of the Governing Authority may provide.
SECTION 2) The appropriate officers of the Governing Authority shall proceed with the preparation of the necessary documents and the taking of the necessary steps to issue the Bonds, all subject to such further approvals of this Governing Authority as may be appropriate or desirable.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: Leonard, Domangue, Bias, Hutchinson, Hymel
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 26th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Clerk of the Council
The first reading of the rezoning of the property located at 404 Oregon Street was the next matter on the agenda. No definitive action was necessary.
The first reading of the rezoning of the property located at 402 Fourth Street was the next matter. No definitive action was necessary.
The public hearing for the Issuance of Taxable Utilities Bonds was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
The following ordinance having been introduced at a meeting held on April 28, 2026, notice of its introduction having been published in the official journal and a public hearing having been held thereon on this date, was offered for final adoption by Pastor Bias and seconded by Mrs. Leonard:
ORDINANCE
NO. 26-06
An ordinance amending the ordinance adopted on January 23, 2024, authorizing the issuance of the Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds (LDH), Series 2024, of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana, and providing for other matters in connection therewith.
WHEREAS, the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana (the “Issuer”), desires to amend the ordinance previously adopted on January 23, 2024, by the Morgan City Council (the “Governing Authority”), authorizing the issuance of the Issuer’s Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds (LDH), Series 2024 (the “Original Bond Ordinance”); and
WHEREAS, capitalized terms used herein and not specifically defined shall have the meanings assigned to them in the Original Bond Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, at this time, the Issuer has no outstanding indebtedness that is payable from a pledge and dedication of the Net Revenues EXCEPT its outstanding Utilities Revenue Bonds, Series 2009B and Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds (LDH), Series 2024, issued in the original principal amount of $7,000,000 pursuant to the Original Bond Ordinance (the “Bonds”); and
WHEREAS, this Governing Authority wishes to amend the Original Bond Ordinance to increase the maximum principal amount of the Bonds as set forth herein;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Morgan City Council, acting as the governing authority of the Issuer, that:
SECTION 1. The maximum principal amount of the Bonds shall be amended to Ten Million Dollars ($10,000,000) and all references to the Bonds or the maximum principal amount thereof in the Original Bond Ordinance shall be amended accordingly.
SECTION 2. There is hereby authorized Amendment No. 1 to the Loan Agreement to reflect the increased maximum amount of the Bonds.
SECTION 3. The Executive Officers are authorized, empowered, and directed to execute on behalf of the Issuer such documents, certificates, and instruments as they may deem necessary to effect this Ordinance, and the signatures of the Executive Officers on such documents, certificates, and instruments shall be conclusive evidence of the due exercise of this authority.
SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately, and such amendments shall be effective as if initially contained in the Original Bond Ordinance. The provisions of the Original Bond Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect except as specifically amended hereby.
The foregoing ordinance having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: Bias, Leonard, Domangue, Hutchinson, Hymel
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINING: None
And the ordinance was declared adopted on this, the 26th day of May, 2026.
/S/ Lee Dragna
Mayor
/S/ Debbie
Harrington
Clerk of the Council
The public hearing for the amending and reenactment of Section 18-52. Dogs Not to Run, Roam, or Be at Large was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
This ordinance was introduced with a first reading on April 28, 2026. Published by title on May 6, 2026.
Mrs. Leonard offered the following ordinance, who moved for its adoption.
ORDINANCE NO. 26-07
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND REENACTING CHAPTER 18, ANIMALS, ARTICLE II – DOGS AND CATS, SEC. 18-52 -DOGS NOT TO RUN, ROAM, OR BE AT LARGE
SECTION 1
BE IT ORDAIN-ED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that Section 18-52 of Chapter 18, Animals, Article II is hereby enacted, said section to read as follows:
Chapter 18
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Animals
*********
Article II – Dogs and Cats
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Sec. 18-52. Dogs and Cats not to run, roam or be at large.
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Sec. 18-52. Dogs and Cats not to run, roam or be at large.
No dogs or cats, licensed or unlicensed, shall be permitted to run, roam or be at large upon any street, alleyway, common or public square or public place within the city. Each owner or keeper of a dog or cat shall have such dog or cat securely confined within his yard or enclosure or secured by a chain at all times, except that a dog or cat properly licensed under this article may be allowed outside of such enclosure if under a secure leash and accompanied by its owner or keeper.
SECTION 2
Should any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase be declared unconstitutional or repealed for any reason, the remainder of the ordinance shall not be affected hereby. That all laws or parts of laws in conflict with this ordinance be and the same are hereby repealed. This ordinance shall take effect immediately after its passage within the time prescribed by law.
Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Leonard, Hutchinson, Bias, Domangue, Hymel
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Certified ap- proved and adopted this 29th day of May, 2026.
Delivered to Mayor Dragna at 9:00 am, this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Approved this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna,
Mayor
Received from Mayor at 9:30 am on May 29, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Published: June 3, 2026
The public hearing for the amending and reenactment of Section 18-53. Penalties was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
This ordinance was introduced with a first reading on April 28, 2026. Published by title on May 6, 2026.
Mr. Domangue offered the following ordinance, who moved for its adoption.
ORDINANCE
NO. 26-08
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND REENACTING CHAPTER 18, ANIMALS, ARTICLE II – DOGS AND CATS, SEC. 18-53 - PENALTIES
SECTION 1
BE IT ORDAIN-ED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that Section 18-53 of Chapter 18, Animals, Article II is hereby enacted, said section to read as follows:
Chapter 18
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Animals
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Article II – Dogs and Cats
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Sec. 18-53. Penalties
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Sec. 18-53. Penalties
Any person found guilty of violating any of the provisions of this article, as enumerated by section below, shall be fined and/or imprisoned in accordance with the following schedule:
PUBLIC NOTICE
(Continued from page 6)
/s/ Debbie Harrington Debbie Harrington, Clerk Approved this 29th day of May, 2026. /s/ Lee Dragna Lee Dragna, Mayor Received from Mayor at 9:30 am on May 29, 2026. /s/ Debbie Harrington Debbie Harrington, Clerk Published: June 3, 2026 The public hearing for the amending and reenactment of Section 18-53. Penalties was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon, This ordinance was introduced with a first reading on April 28, 2026. Published by title on May 6, 2026. Mr. Domangue offered the following ordinance, who moved for its adoption. ORDINANCE NO. 26-08 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND REENACTING CHAPTER 18, ANIMALS, ARTICLE II – DOGS AND CATS, SEC. 18-53 - PENALTIES SECTION 1 BE IT ORDAINED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that Section 18-53 of Chapter 18, Animals, Article II is hereby enacted, said section to read as follows: Chapter 18 ********************* Animals ********************* Article II – Dogs and Cats ********************** Sec. 18-53. Penalties ********************* Sec. 18-53. Penalties Any person found guilty of violating any of the provisions of this article, as enumerated by section below, shall be fined and/or imprisoned in accordance with the following schedule: Type of Offense First OffenseSecond OffenseThird Offense(1) Failure to license dog or cat. $100.00 $200.00 $300.00 (2) Failure to cause the wearing of dog or cat tag (section 18-45) $25.00 $50.00 $75.00 (3) Failure to vaccinate a dog or cat (section 18-51) $25.00 $50.00 $100.00, plus up to 10 days imprisonment(4) Failure to prevent a dog or cat from running, roaming, or being at large (section 18-52) $100.00 $200.00 $300.00, plus up to10 days imprisonment (5) Keeping or permitting to be kept within the city a wild or vicious animal or dog in violation of this article $100.00, plus up to 10 days imprisonment $200.00, plus up to 15 days imprisonment $300.00, plus up to 20 days imprisonment (6) Feeding or allowing the feeding of any $100.00, plus up to 10 days $200.00, plus up to 15 days $300.00, plus up to 20 days stray/feral/wild cats, dogs, raccoons, nutria, or possums within the corporate limits of the city imprisonment imprisonment imprisonment (7) Fourth or subsequent violation of any section: A conviction of a fourth or subsequent violation shall result in a fine not exceeding $500.00 or by imprisonment of not more than 90 days, or both SECTION 2 Should any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase be declared unconstitutional or repealed for any reason, the remainder of the ordinance shall not be affected hereby. That all laws or parts of laws in conflict with this ordinance be and the same are hereby repealed. This ordinance shall take effect immediately after its passage within the time prescribed by law. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. The vote thereon was as follows: AYES: Domangue, Hutchinson, Bias, Hymel, Leonard NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None Certified approved and adopted this 26th day of May, 2026. Delivered to Mayor Dragna at 9:00 am, this 29th day of May, 2026. /s/ Debbie Harrington Debbie Harrington, Clerk Approved this 29th day of May, 2026. /s/ Lee Dragna Lee Dragna, Mayor Received from Mayor at 9:30 am on May 29, 2026. /s/ Debbie Harrington Debbie Harrington, Clerk Published: June 3, 2026 The public hearing for the amending and reenactment of Section 18-54. Injury to person, apparel was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon, This ordinance was introduced with a first reading on April 28, 2026. Published by title on May 6, 2026. Mr. Hutchinson offered the following ordinance, who moved for its adoption. ORDINANCE NO. 26-09 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND REENACTING CHAPTER 18, ANIMALS, ARTICLE II – DOGS AND CATS, SEC. 18-54 – INJURY TO PERSON, APPAREL SECTION 1 BE IT ORDAINED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that Section 18-54 of Chapter 18, Animals, Article II, is hereby enacted, said section to read as follows: Chapter 18
SECTION 2
Should any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase be declared unconstitutional or repealed for any reason, the remainder of the ordinance shall not be affected hereby. That all laws or parts of laws in conflict with this ordinance be and the same are hereby repealed. This ordinance shall take effect immediately after its passage within the time prescribed by law.
Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Doman-gue, Hutchinson, Bias, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Certified ap- proved and adopted this 26th day of May, 2026.
Delivered to Mayor Dragna at 9:00 am, this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Approved this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna,
Mayor
Received from Mayor at 9:30 am on May 29, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Published: June 3, 2026
The public hearing for the amending and reenactment of Section 18-54. Injury to person, apparel was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
This ordinance was introduced with a first reading on April 28, 2026. Published by title on May 6, 2026.
Mr. Hutchinson offered the following ordinance, who moved for its adoption.
ORDINANCE
NO. 26-09
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND REENACTING CHAPTER 18, ANIMALS, ARTICLE II – DOGS AND CATS, SEC. 18-54 – INJURY TO PERSON, APPAREL
SECTION 1
BE IT ORDAIN-ED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that Section 18-54 of Chapter 18, Animals, Article II, is hereby enacted, said section to read as follows:
Chapter 18
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Animals
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Article II – Dogs and Cats
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Sec. 18-54. Injury to person, apparel, or property
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Sec. 18-53. Penalties
If anyone shall be injured in his person, apparel, or property by a dog or cat in a street, park or other public place in the city, the owner or keeper of such dog or cat shall be deemed to have violated the provisions of this article.
SECTION 2
Should any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase be de- clared unconstitutional or repealed for any reason, the remainder of the ordinance shall not be affected hereby. That all laws or parts of laws in conflict with this ordinance be and the same are hereby repealed. This ordinance shall take effect immediately after its passage within the time prescribed by law.
Pastor Bias seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Hutchinson, Bias, Doman-gue, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Certified ap- proved and adopted this 26th day of May, 2026.
Delivered to Mayor Dragna at 9:00 am, this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Approved this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna,
Mayor
Received from Mayor at 9:30 am on May 29, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Published: June 3, 2026
The public hearing for the amending and reenactment of Section 18-55. Soiling of sidewalks, squares, lawns was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
This ordinance was introduced with a first reading on April 28, 2026. Published by title on May 6, 2026.
Pastor Bias offered the following ordinance, who moved for its adoption.
ORDINANCE
NO. 26-10
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND REENACTING CHAPTER 18, ANIMALS, ARTICLE II – DOGS AND CATS, SEC. 18-55 – SOILING OF SIDEWALKS, SQUARES, LAWNS BY DOGS OR CATS
SECTION 1
BE IT ORDAIN-ED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that Section 18-55 of Chapter 18, Animals, Article II, is hereby enacted, said section to read as follows:
Chapter 18
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Animals
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Article II – Dogs and Cats
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Sec. 18-55. Soiling of Sidewalks, squares, lawns by dogs or cats.
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Sec. 18-55. - Soiling of sidewalks, squares, lawns by dogs or cats.
(a) Prohibited. If any part of a public sidewalk or public square or private lawn shall be soiled or contaminated by a dog or cat, whether such nuisance shall take place in the presence of the owner or keeper or not, the owner or keeper of the dog or cat, or if the owner or keeper is a minor, his parents or guardian, shall be deemed guilty of violating this section.
(b) Penalty.
(1) Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of subsection (a) of this section shall, upon conviction of the first offense, be punished by a fine of not more than $100.00 or by imprisonment for not more than two days, or both, in the discretion of the court.
(2) On a second or subsequent conviction, the offender shall be fined not less than $200.00 and not more than $400.00 or imprisonment for not less than five days, nor more than ten days, or both, in the discretion of the court.
SECTION 2
Should any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase be declared unconstitutional or repealed for any reason, the remainder of the ordinance shall not be affected hereby. That all laws or parts of laws in conflict with this ordinance be and the same are hereby repealed. This ordinance shall take effect immediately after its passage within the time prescribed by law.
Mr. Domangue seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Bias, Do- mangue, Hutchinson, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Certified ap- proved and adopted this 26th day of May, 2026.
Delivered to Mayor Dragna at 9:00 am, this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Approved this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna,
Mayor
Received from Mayor at 9:30 am on May 29, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Published: June 3, 2026
The public hearing for the amending and reenactment of Section 18-66. Feeding stray/feral cats and dogs was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
This ordinance was introduced with a first reading on April 28, 2026. Published by title on May 6, 206.
Mr. Hutchinson offered the following ordinance, who moved for its adoption.
ORDINANCE
NO. 26-11
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND REENACTING CHAPTER 18, ANIMALS, ARTICLE II – DOGS AND CATS, SEC. 18-66 PROHIBITION OF FEEDING STRAY/FERAL CATS AND DOGS.
SECTION 1
BE IT ORDAIN-ED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that Section 18-66, of Chapter 18, Animals, Article II is hereby enacted, said section to read as follows:
Chapter 18
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Animals
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Article II – Dogs and Cats
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Sec. 18-66. Feeding Stray/Feral Cats and Dogs Prohibited
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Sec. 18-66. Feeding Stray/Feral Cats and Dogs Prohibited
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to feed or allow the feeding of any stray cat or dog at any residential property within the corporate limits of the city.
(b) No person shall feed or allow the feeding of any stray cat or dog on any public property, business, or commercial area within the corporate limits of the city.
SECTION 2
Should any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase be declared unconstitutional or repealed for any reason, the remainder of the ordinance shall not be affected hereby. That all laws or parts of laws in conflict with this ordinance be and the same are hereby repealed. This ordinance shall take effect immediately after its passage within the time prescribed by law.
Mr. Domangue seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Hutchinson, Domangue, Bias, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Certified ap- proved and adopted this 26th day of May, 2026.
Delivered to Mayor Dragna at 9:00 am, this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Approved this 29th day of May, 2026.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna,
Mayor
Received from Mayor at 9:30 am on May 29, 2026.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Published: June 3, 2026
The following renewals for the 2026 -2027 Class “A” and “B” Liquor and Beer Licenses were the next item on the agenda.
ATCHAFALAYA CAFÉ LLC, 7310 HIGHWAY 182 E
BAY CITY BISTRO INC, 618 FRONT ST
BOURBON’S LLC, 501 FIRST ST
CAFÉ JOJO’S LLC, 624 FRONT ST
CAJUN COUNTRY LOUNGE, 1226 VICTOR II BLVD
CANNATA’S SUPERMARKET INC, 6010 LA-182
COMFORT INN & SUITES, 610 MLK BLVD
CIRCLE K #2704640, 7700 US-90
CIRCLE K #2706821, 6383 HIGHWAY 182 E
COU-YONS BAR LLC, 117 RAILROAD AVE
THE CROOKED CORNER, 1400 SECOND ST
CVS PHARMACY INC., 6502 HIGHWAY 182
CLUB DAIQUIRIS INC., 7550 HIGHWAY 182
DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #1974, 818 BRASHEAR AVE
DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #23803, 7518 HIGHWAY 182 E
DON JOSE OF MORGAN CITY LLC, 605 MLK BLVD
EAST GATE BBQ LLC, 7516 HIGHWAY 182 E
FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #01124, 900 SEVENTH ST
FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #10946, 7535 HIGHWAY 182 E
FIFTH STREET STORE LLC, 701 EVERETT ST
FRIEND’S TAVERN, 6815 HIGHWAY 182 E
G AND J LAND & MARINE FOOD DIST., 506 FRONT ST
GANAWAY’S #1, 1409 FEDERAL AVE
LA MORITA MEAK MARKET LLC, 1230 VICTOR II BLVD
LINKS CAFE, 1118 VICTOR II BLVD
MAMA G’S, 7540 HIGHWAY 90
MEL-STAR INC, 620 MLK BLVD
ONE STOP, 7028 HIGHWAY 182 E
PARADISE VALLEY CASINO, 1116 VICTOR II BLVD
PARADISE VALLEY DAIQUIRIS, 1114 VICTOR II BLVD
PETROLEUM CLUB OF MORGAN CITY, 500 RODERICK ST
POOL DO’S SPORTS BAR LLC, 615 BRASHEAR AVE
QUICK GENERAL MINI MARKET, 2407 SIXTH ST
ROUSE’S SUPERMARKET #10, 6403 HIGHWAY 182
SAAS HOTELS LLC, 520 RODERICK ST
SPORTS BAR, 7419 HIGHWAY 182
STAZIONE DELI #2, 6602 HIGHWAY 90
SUSHIRO STEAK HOUSE, 6214 HIGHWAY182
TABLE FIVE, 702 FIFTH ST
THE CIGARETTE STORE LLC, 7521 HWY 182
TRI CITY LIQUOR & WINE LLC, 500 BRASHEAR AVE
THE GALLEY, 7409 HIGHWAY 182 E
VICTOR II DELI, 1220 VICTOR II BLVD
WALGREEN’S #10975, 815 BRASHEAR AVE
WAL-MART MARKET #7099, 1002 HIGHWAY 182
CHILE LOCO LLC, 1229 VICTOR II BLVD
UNC’S PLACE, 7222 HWY 182 E
DA KIK, 319 SECOND ST
A motion to approve the renewals was made by Mr. Hymel, seconded by Mr. Domangue, and voted unanimously in favor.
The Class “A” & “B” Liquor and Beer application for Maya’s Eclipse Bar was the next matter on the agenda. A motion to approve the application was made by Mr. Domangue, seconded by Pastor Bias, and voted unanimously in favor.
The Class “A” Liquor and Beer application for Paco’s LLC was the next matter on the agenda. There was some discussion regarding the close proximity to Morgan City Junior High School. Mr. Hymel stated that this liquor license would still have to be approved by the state. JP Bourg, owner of Paco’s, said that their intention was to serve beer and wine at dinner on Thursday and Friday evenings only, and not to become a bar. A motion to approve the application was made by Mr. Hymel and seconded by Mrs. Leonard. The vote thereon was as follows: AYES: Hymel, Leonard, Bias, Domangue; NAYS: Hutchinson; ABSTAIN: None
There being no further business, a motion to adjourn was made by Pastor Bias, seconded by Mr. Hymel, and voted unanimously in favor.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna
Mayor
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington,
Clerk
Adv. June 10, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Seismic Public Meeting Notice
To the Citizens and Landowners of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana.
Echo Ocean Science LLC will be conducting seismic activity within the waters of West Cote Blanche Bay. The activity area is located 5 miles southeast of the Port of West St. Mary and 11.5 miles southwest of Franklin, LA. A seismic energy source will be de- ployed from a survey vessel at two fixed locations within the activity area. The energy source used will be a compressed air source deployed to a depth of 3 ft below the water surface. This energy source will be activated repeatedly at each of the two locations during the survey. Seismic receiver instruments will be deployed within the boreholes of existing oil wells with the activity area. There will not be any seismic receiver instruments, cables, or ropes deployed on the seafloor as part of this project.
The survey will begin on approximately 1 August, 2026 and last until approximately 14 August, 2026.
To provide the public with additional information regarding the seismic survey, Echo Ocean Science LLC and LDWF will hold a public meeting at 6:00 pm on 14 July, 2026. The meeting will be held at Council Room in City Hall at 300 Iberia Street, in Franklin, LA 70538.
For additional details pertaining to the seismic survey prior to the public meeting, contact Edward Majzlik (346) 436-2534.
An outline of the seismic project showing the potential area to be affected is located at
wlf.louisiana.gov/page/seismic-exploration-permits under Current Public Notices. Any public comments should be submitted to Joe Maryman at jmaryman@wlf.la.gov.
Adv. June 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, July 1, 3, 8 and 10, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION MEETING OF THE HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT #2 OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON
MAY 6, 2026
A regular monthly business meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Hospital Service District #2 of the Parish of St. Mary was held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 12:00 P.M. in the Media Room of the Morgan City Harbor & Terminal District Building located at 7327 Highway 182, Morgan City, LA 70380
PRESENT: Dr. William A. Cefalu, Jr., Jackie Cheramie, William Mc- Carty, Clarence Robinson, Jr., Thane Aucoin and Barry Dufrene
ABSENT: Angelena Brocato
Also present: William E. Bourgeois, Counsel for Hospital Service District #2
Dr. Cefalu called the meeting to order.
Dr. Cefalu lead in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call was taken. Those Board Members present and those absent listed above.
On motion of Mr. McCarty, second by Mr. Aucoin and un- animously carried, the Board approved and signed the Minutes of April 1, 2026.
Dr. Cefalu open-ed the floor for Guest/public comments. Raymond Pisani with Respiratory Therapy at Ochsner St. Mary (OSM), Lea He- bert, member of OSM Governing Board and Bill Decker, Reporter with the Daily Re- view attended without comment.
Dr. Cefalu called for the Financial Report. Mrs. Cher-amie presented the Financial Report for the period ending March 31, 2026. On motion of Mr. Robinson, second by Mr. Aucoin and unanimously carried, the Board approved the fin- ancials as presented.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion on the Resolution to Adopt the millage rate for 2026. Attorney Bourgeois made a brief statement regarding the adoption of a Resolution for the 2026 Tax Millage. The Resolution was read in full by Attorney Bourgeois and a motion was made by Mr. Du- frene, second by Mrs. Cheramie with no discussion. After calling for public comments, a roll call was taken as follows: Yeas by Dr. Cefalu, Mrs. Cheramie, Mr. Robinson, Mr. Mc- Carty, Mr. Dufrene and Mr. Aucoin and with Mrs. Brocato being absent, the following Resolution was adopted by the Board, to- wit:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLV-ED, that the following millage(s) are hereby levied on the 2026 tax roll on all property subject to taxation by HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT NO. 2 OF ST. MARY PARISH:
MILLAGE
To improve, maintain, operate and support hospital and other health care facilities in the District, 9 mills
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper ad- ministrative officials of the Parish of ST. MARY, State of Louisiana, be and they are hereby empowered, authorized, and directed to spread said taxes, as hereinabove set forth, upon the assessment rolls of said Parish for the year of 2026, and to make the collection of the taxes imposed for and on behalf of the taxing authority, ac- cording to law, and that the taxes herein levied shall become a permanent lien and privilege on all property subject to taxation as herein set forth, and collection thereof shall be enforceable in the manner provided by law.
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Dr. Cefalu then called for discussion and any action on scholarship programs and award approvals. Attorney Bourgeois discussed the thank you letter, contained in the meeting packets from Chancellor Vincent G. June, Ph.D., CWD re- garding the HSD’s endowment scholarship/one-time scholarship distribution to South Louisiana Community College. Further discussions were held re- garding the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement and Scholarship Agreement with SLCC.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on the resignation letter of Angelena Brocato from the HSD #2 Board. Attorney Bourgeois discussed this matter and that the resignation will be forwarded to the St. Mary Parish Council. After a brief discussion, on motion of Mrs. Cheramie, second by Mr. Aucoin, and unanimously carried, the Board voted for a Resolution of Thanks for Mrs. Brocato’s service on the HSD #2 Board.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on election of officers. Attorney Bourgeois made a brief statement regarding this matter/procedure. A motion was made by Mr. Du- frene, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried to appoint Jackie Cheramie as Vice Chairperson. A motion was then made by Mrs. Cheramie, second by Mr. Aucoin and unanimously carried to appoint Barry Dufrene as Secretary/Treasurer. Congratulations were given to Mrs. Cheramie and Mr. Dufrene on their new appointments on the HSD #2 Board.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on the accounts with Raymond James, First National Bank and LAMP. Attorney Bourgeois had no comments in re- gards to this matter. Mr. Dufrene however made a brief statement regarding the Raymond James accounts and the LAMP account.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on in- frastructure projects. Attorney Bourgeois gave a brief update on each of the following:
YKH Consulting Engineers
a. DOAS Unit Normal Power - based on the recommendations of the Engineer, on motion of Mr. Robinson, second by Mr. Aucoin and un- animously carried, the Board voted that the project was substantially complete.
b. Emergency Generator Replacement - going forward as directed regarding elevation and will do change order
c. Phase 2
I. Domestic & Heating Water - contract signed
II. Air Handler Replacements - bids due 5/14/2026 - may have to push back date
III. Chiller and Cooling Tower Re- placement - project estimate given
Grace Design
d. First floor renovations
I. Phase I - Kitchen meetings ongoing regarding food service equipment
II. Phase II - Cafeteria, Emergency Department Entrance
f. Replacement of Staff Elevators - bid package ready by end of month - then publication
g. 1st and 2nd Floor Roofing - bid package ready by end of month - then publication
Mrs. Jennifer Wise, Chief Nursing Officer and CEO of OSM made a brief statement regarding the Executone Proposal for Ascom Nurse Call System for the First Floor. After a brief discussion, on motion of Mr. Dufrene, second by Mrs. Cheramie and un- animously carried, the Board approv-ed the purchase of the Ascom Nurse Call System for the First Floor upon submission of the invoice from OSM for reimbursement.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on Capital Outlay and other funding re- quests.
Attorney Bourgeois has reached out to YKH and Barry Lann with Grace Hebert and a meeting is scheduled in June.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on In- tergovernmental Agreement with HSD #1 of St. Mary Parish and CEA with OSM for orthopedic services collaboration. At- torney Bourgeois stated there had been a follow up meeting and that they are continuing discussions and working through the process.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on In- tergovernmental Agreement with HSD #1 of Terrebonne Parish and CEA with OSM for urological services collaboration. At- torney Bourgeois stated there had been a meeting with the recruiter, Terrebonne and OSM and they are continuing discussions and working through the process.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on pediatric behavioral health services. Attorney Bourgeois stated that a virtual meeting was held and further data will be submitted at a later date.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on HSD’s web page design. Attorney Bourgeois had nothing to report other than a re- minder that photos will be taken next month of the Board. Further discussions were held as to the Facebook page and lack of updating. Mr. Au- coin and Mr. Robinson volunteered to contact “Greg Guarisco” and work on said project.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on Co- operative Endeavor Agreements with Ochsner. At- torney Bourgeois stated that he had no further information to provide to the Board at this time.
Dr. Cefalu stated that he had no additional comments/information to provide for the Administrative Report. A brief discussion was held as to South Louisiana ENT on call/services provided to the community.
Dr. Cefalu stated there were no matters to be taken up in Executive Session this date.
With no other business to come before the Board, on motion of Mrs. Cheramie, second by Mr. Aucoin and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned.
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William A. Cefalu, Jr., M.D.,
Chairman
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Jackie Cheramie,
Secretary/
Treasurer
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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
ST. MARY LEVEE DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING
May 21, 2026
Morgan City, LA
The St. Mary Levee District (“SMLD”) met on this date with William Hidalgo Sr. presiding and the following board members present: Kenny Arceneaux, Mike Thomason, JP Hebert, Andrew Mancuso, Carla Davis and with Will Terry and Mike Ortiz absent.
Also present: Michael Brocato, Executive Director; Tucker Manuel, O&M Technician; Bill Bourgeois; Gerard Bourgeois, Nicole Odell, APTIM; Robert Karam, T Baker Smith; and members of the public.
Mr. Mancuso moved to dispense with the reading and to approve the Apr 16 minutes. After a second by Mr. Hebert, the motion was carried unanimously.
Mr. Arceneaux presented the payables report, which Ms. Davis moved to approve. Following Mr. Mancuso second, the motion was carried unanimously.
Mr. Arceneaux moved to approve the resolution in support of the up- dated St. Mary Levee District Master Plan. After a second by Mr. Hebert, the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Hebert mo- tioned to approve the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for the annual audit, which was followed by Mr. Thomason second, it carried unanimously.
Mr. Bourgeois read aloud in full the millage resolution for 5 mills to be adopted. Mr. Hidalgo requested comments from the general public in attendance. There were no comments; therefore Mr. Mancuso moved to adopt the 2026 millage resolution at 5 mills. Following a second by Mr. Arceneaux and a roll call, the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Arceneaux moved to repair the drainage pump on for the Berwick floodwall. After a second by Mr. Hebert the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Mancuso moved to approve the balancing change order on Station 4 of the TE168 project. After a second by Ms. Davis the motion carried un- animously.
Mr. Mancuso moved to approve the substantial completion on Station 4 of the above- mentioned project. After a second by Mr. Arceneaux the motion carried un- animously.
Mr. Arceneaux moved to approve Amendment 2 for Task Order12 on the Saronic Floodwall. After a second by Mr. Hebert, the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Mancuso moved to approve updating employee policies and benefits. After a second by Ms. Davis, the motion carried un- animously.
Mr. Arceneaux moved to approve JMB Partnership. After a second by Mr. Mancus, the motion carried un- animously.
Mr. Hidalgo asked for further comments and did not receive any. Mr. Hebert moved for adjournment, which was seconded by Mr. Mancuso was carried unanimously.
Attest:
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Kenneth
Arceneaux Jr.,
Secretary/
Treasurer
St. Mary Levee District
Adv. June 10, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF
SERVICE OF
PROCESS BY
PUBLICATION
STATE OF NORTH
CAROLINA
COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
IN THE DISTRICT COURT
JUVENILE
SESSION
IN THE MATTER OF:
S.C. (DOB: 01/27/2017)
FILE NO. 26JT000004-640
TO: RESPONDENTS:
RESPONDENT-FATHER, DEVIN CRIBEIRO
Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows:
Termination of all parental rights you have to the above-captioned minor child.
You are required to make defense to such pleading within forty (40) days following JUNE 3, 2026, which date is the date of first publication of this Notice. Upon your failure to answer the petition within the time prescribed, your parental rights to the Juvenile will be terminated. You have the right to attend this hearing and you have the right to be represented by counsel and can apply for court appointed counsel.
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT A HEARING ON THE PETITION TO TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS IS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 20, 2026, AT 9:30 A.M., as soon thereafter as it may be heard, at the Office of Juvenile Justice, 138 N 4th Street, P.O. Box 2560, Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401.
This the 28th day of May, 2026.
C. Michell Johnson
Staff Attorney - New Hanover County HHS – Social Services
1650 Greenfield Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 798-3526
Adv. June 3, 10 and 17, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Notice is hereby given by St. Mary Parish Fire Protection District No. 1 that sealed bids will be received by the St. Mary Parish Government until, Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. on the Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538 on the following:
“NEW AMPHIBIOUS MARSH BUGGY WITH TRAILER”
Then and there bids will be opened and read aloud. Bids received after the specified time and date will not be opened or recognized.
Specifications and contract documents for the above can be obtained upon request from the St. Mary Parish Government Purchasing Department, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538 and can be downloaded from the Central Bidding at www.centralbidding.com Bids may be submitted electronically at Central Bidding or mailed to the office of St. Mary Parish Government Purchasing Department.
ENVELOPES MUST BE MARKED AS FOLLOWS:
“Bids for New Amphibious Marsh Buggy with Trailer”
St. Mary Parish Government Purchasing Department
Courthouse Building Fifth Floor
Franklin, Louisiana 70538
St. Mary Parish Government reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids to wave informalities in any and/or bids, and reward the contract in the best interest of St. Mary Parish.
Thus done and signed at Franklin, Parish of St. Mary, Louisiana on this 3rd day of June, 2026.
/s/ Daniel Simon
Daniel Simon
Fire Chief
St. Mary Fire Protection District No. 1
Adv. June 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Advertisement for Custodial Supplies
The St. Mary Parish School Board Maintenance Department is requesting bids for Custodial Supplies for the 2026-2027 school year. Sealed bids will be accepted at the School Board Maintenance Office in Centerville, La. until 10:00 A.M. on June 16, 2026 at which time bids will be opened and read out loud.
No pre-bid conference will be held. A bid packet may be obtained from the St. Mary Parish School Board, Maintenance Department, P.O. Box 170, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana 70522; by emailing Mrs. Jackee’ Jackson at jjackson@stmaryk12.net; or online at www.centralauctionhouse.com.
The St. Mary Parish, Central Office Complex, will be closed May 25, 2026 for Memorial Day.
From June 1, 2026 through July 24, 2026, the Central Office Complex will observe summer business hours, including Friday closures.
Specifications may be obtained from the St. Mary Parish School Board, Maintenance Department by calling (337) 836-9661.
Adv. May 20, 29 and June 10, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Public notice is hereby given that the St. Mary Parish Sheriff has on file and any interested persons may inspect his adopted budget for fiscal year July 1, 2026- June 30, 2027; showing our intended use of state and local appropriations and self-generated revenues. The budget is on file in the business office of the St. Mary Parish Sheriff, Courthouse – Fourth Floor, 500 Main Street, Franklin, LA. 70538
(S) Gary L. Driskell
Gary L. Driskell,
Sheriff and ex-officio Tax Collector and Chief Executive Officer of the Law Enforcement District and the Law Enforcement Sub-District No. 1 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana
Adv. June 10, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of Gravity Sub- Drainage District No. 1 of Gravity Drainage District No. 2.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until July 2, 2026, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 38:1758.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on July 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. June 10 and 24, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer Commission No. 2.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until July 2, 2026, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Chapter 24-A Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 33:7832 and 7833.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on July 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. June 10 and 24, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of Recreation District No. 2.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until July 2, 2026, 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- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on July 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. June 10 and 24, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
ST. MARY
PARISH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Regular Meeting of St. Mary Parish School Board
05/07/2026
05:30 PM
Evans Medine Meeting Room
474 Hwy 317, Centerville, LA 70522
MEETING
MINUTES
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Attendance
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Voting Members
Guienzy Brent, Board Member
Dr. Tammie Wilson, Board Member - Vice President
Lindsey Anslem, Board Member
Debra Jones, Board Member
Ginger Griffin, Board Member
Marilyn LaSalle, Board Member
Lawrence Guillory, Board Member
Chad Paradee, Board Member
Andrew Mancuso, Board Member
Rhonda Dennis, Board Member
Alaina Black, Board Member - President
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I. Meeting Called to Order (Mrs. Black)
The meeting was called to order by President Black.
1. Roll Call (Dr. Sanders)
The roll call was conducted by Dr. Sanders.
II. Opening of Regular Meeting
The St. Mary Parish School Board met in regular session on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., in the Evans Medine Meeting Room at the Central Office Complex in Centerville, Louisiana for the following purposes and to take whatever actions necessary. The meeting may be viewed online at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnZ1z15loF_FZnVcBe09cRQ
1. Invocation (Mr. Holmes)
Mr. Holmes gave the Invocation.
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America (Mrs. Black)
President Black led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
3. Introduction of Students and Employees of the Month (Mrs. Black)
Recognition of Students and Employees of the Month was introduced by their respective school administrator. Each administrator provided brief remarks highlighting the achievements and contributions of the honorees as follows:
A. M. E. Norman Elementary
Student: Paulie Ella Cheramine
Employee: Emily Boudreaux
B. St. Mary Parish Alternative Program
Employee: La- Toya Sam
C. Berwick Elementary School
Student: Beau Paradee
Employee: Angelene Hanagriff
III. Appearances
1. LSU Gear Up Presentation of Partnership. (Dr. Percle)
Dr. Percle and LSU GEAR UP representative Stephanie Givens presented an up- date on the district’s partnership with LSU GEAR UP. The Board was informed that nearly half of all sixth and seventh graders participated in STEM and career workshops during the school year. The program also provided LEAP test preparation and a STEM spring break camp that served 22 students and nearly two dozen teachers. Four weeks of free summer camps are planned, in- cluding Urban Ecology, NASA Astro Camp, and “Gear Up Level Up,” which will reinforce English and math skills before the new school year. The program continues to invest in teacher professional development. Ms. Givens recognized the district as an “Honored Partner” for its commitment to student success.
2. Recognition of Principal Alexis Rack, B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School, for In- duction into the 2026 Louisiana High School Sports Hall of Fame (Mr. Ronnie Louis)
Principal Alexis Rack of B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School was proudly recognized by her former coach, Ronnie Louis, now serving as the district’s Supervisor of Transportation, for her induction into the 2026 Louisiana High School Sports Hall of Fame. He provided a detailed account of her athletic and academic achievements, highlighting her distinguished basketball career at Franklin High School, where she earned multiple district MVP titles, led her team to state championship appearances, and received the Miss Basketball award. After her playing career, she returned to St. Mary Parish as a teacher, coach, and academic leader.
Principal Rack addressed the Board and ex- pressed gratitude to her family, coaches, sorority sisters, colleagues, and community for their support. In closing, she shared the following quote from her induction program: “Service to others is the rent that you pay for your room here on earth; but the real impact is measured by the hearts you inspire along the way.”
3. Recognition of 2025-2026 Top Word-Millionaires in St. Mary Parish Public Schools (Ms. Ransonet)
Ms. Ransonet recognized the 2025-2026 Top Word-Millionaires. This marks the 22nd anniversary of the Word Millionaires program in St. Mary Parish Schools. The winners were recognized and presented with a certificate and a $50 check as follows:
• Jonathan Dolado, a 5th grader at M. E. Norman Elementary School, read 2,351,456 words.
• Chloe Lemelle, an 11th grader at Berwick High School, read 3,639,375 words.
IV. Approval of Amended Agenda (Mrs. Black)
There was no amended agenda.
V. Approval of Official School Board Minutes (Mrs. Black)
1. Regular Meeting: April 2, 2026
2. Special Session: April 30, 2026
The board ap- proved the official school board minutes in globo from the regular school board meeting held on April 2, 2026, and the minutes from the special session held on April 30, 2026, as presented.
Motion made by: Dr. Tammie Wilson
Motion seconded by: Ginger Griffin
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
VI. Approval of Consent Agenda (Mrs. Black)
President Black stated that board members can re- move any of the items on the consent agenda for further discussion in the regular proceedings. Dr. Sanders read aloud the following items on the consent agenda.
1. *Proclamations:
A. *School Lunch Hero Day (Ms. Mitchell)
B. *Teacher Appreciation Week (Ms. Mitchell)
2. *Field Trips
A. *Morgan City High School Educators Rising National Conference in Portland Oregon, June 19-24, 2026. (Dr. Sanders)
3. *Request permission to obtain proposals for student and athletic insurance for the year commencing August 1, 2026. (Mrs. Voisin)
4. *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, 2026. (Mrs. Voisin)
5. *Accept proposal of a newspaper to serve as the official journal for the school board for the year commencing July 1, 2026. (Mrs. Voisin)
6. *Approve Disability Insurance for the period commencing Oct. 1, 2026. (Mrs. Voisin)
7. *Permission to advertise the 1.087-acre property located at 497 Highway 317, Centerville, LA. (Mr. Regard)
8. *Permission to advertise bid for Custodial Supplies. (Mr. Regard)
9. *Permission to Auction Surplus Inventory. (Mr. Vead)
The Board ap- proved all consent items as presented by Dr. Sanders.
Motion made by: Lindsey Anslem
Motion seconded by: Debra Jones
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
VII. Business Affairs
1. Adopt tax millage rates for the year 2026 and allow for a public comment period. (Mrs. Voisin)
Mrs. Voisin ex- plained that the Board is required to set eight annual millage rates by June 1st each year to receive property tax (Ad Valorem) revenues, which comprise 15 percent of the general fund. The proposed millage rates were taken directly from the 2026 Maximum Millage Report from the Legislative Auditor’s website. These are renewal property taxes only and not new taxes.
Mrs. Voisin read aloud the resolution adopting the 2026 millage rates as follows:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLV-ED that the following millage(s) are hereby levied on the 2026 tax roll on all property subject to taxation by St. Mary Parish School Board:
MILLAGE
GENERAL FUND:
1. Constitutional School Tax (1068051) – General Fund 8.83 mills
2. Consolidated School District No. 5 (1068061) – General Fund 11.82 mills
SPECIAL FUNDS (MAINTENANCE TAXES):
1. Consolidated School District No. 3 (1068055) – Dist. I 12.42 mills
2. Consolidated School District No. 2 (1068054) – Dist. II 173 mills
3. Sixth Ward School District No. 3 (1068057) – Dist. III 12.53 mills
BOND RE- TIREMENT FUNDS:
1. Consolidated School District No. 1 (1068093) – Raintree 6.00 mills
2. Special School District No. 4 (1068092) – Centerville 2.00 mills
3. Fifth Ward Special School District No. 1 (1068106) - 21.00 mills
(PJHS & Hattie Watts)
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper administrative officials of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, be, and they are hereby empowered, authorized, and directed to spread said taxes, as hereinabove set forth, upon the assessment roll of said Parish for the year 2026, and to make the collection of the taxes imposed for and on behalf of the taxing authority, according to law, and that the taxes herein levied shall become a permanent lien and privilege on all property subject to taxation as herein set forth, and collection thereof shall be enforceable in the manner provided by 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 board meeting held on May 7, 2026, at which meeting a quorum was present and voting.
Centerville, Louisiana, this 7th day of May, 2026.
———————
Secretary/
Treasurer
The floor was opened for public comments from the audience and board members.
Hearing none, the Board approv-ed the resolution, and a roll call vote was taken as follows:
Motion made by: Marilyn LaSalle
Motion seconded by: Guienzy Brent
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
Yes: Guienzy Brent
Yes: Dr. Tammie Wilson
Yes: Lindsey Anslem
Yes: Debra Jones
Yes: Ginger Griffin
Yes: Marilyn La- Salle
Yes: Lawrence Guillory
Yes: Chad Paradee
Yes: Andrew Mancuso
Yes: Rhonda Dennis
Yes: Alaina Black
2. Approve modified summer work schedule. (Dr. Sanders)
The Board ap- proved a modified summer work schedule as presented by Dr. Sanders. Staff will work extended hours Monday through Thursday, and schools and central offices will be closed on six designated summer Fridays in lieu of half-day Fridays. The change is expected to reduce utility costs with an estimated saving of approximately $13,000 and yield additional transportation and meal-service savings.
Motion made by: Marilyn LaSalle
Motion seconded by: Rhonda Dennis
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
3. Consideration and/or action regarding proposed end-of-year adjustments (May 21, 22 and 26) to the Instructional Calendar. (Mr. Paradee)
Mr. Paradee stated that one emergency school closure occurred during the 2025–2026 school year, and with additional instructional minutes built into the schedule through an extended bell schedule, the following adjustments were proposed:
• May 21 — Final day of school for students; re- port cards distributed at the end of the day;
• May 22 — No students; records day for teachers;
• May 26 — Online CPI training for teachers; Teacher Leader Summit begins.
Dr. Sanders confirmed that eliminating bus routes on the final two teacher workdays would result in an estimated cost savings of $3,500, and food service analysis showed the final half-day had historically resulted in high food waste due to elevated absenteeism. Report cards will go home with students on May 21, eliminating the need for bus service on non-student days.
The Board ap- proved the proposed end-of-year adjustments to the instructional calendar as presented by Mr. Paradee.
Motion made by: Marilyn LaSalle
Motion seconded by: Dr. Tammie Wilson
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
4. Consideration and/or action to change school board member election dates from the current congressional cycle to the gubernatorial election cycle, as authorized by Act No. 354 of 2025 Regular Legislative Session. (Dr. Sanders)
If the Board approves the election date change, a resolution must be submitted to the Secretary of State’s office no later than July 1, 2026. Attorney Alvarez noted that the change, once made, is irrevocable. Boards making the switch would place the next election in 2031, resulting in whoever is elected in the 2026 elections serving a five-year term before terms revert to four-year cycles.
After discussion, the Board express-ed a desire to seek additional community input before deciding.
The Board tabled the item concerning the proposed change to School Board member election dates from the current congressional election cycle to the gubernatorial election cycle, as authorized by Act 354 of the 2025 Regular Legislative Session, until June 4, 2026, regular school meeting.
Motion made by: Dr. Tammie Wilson
Motion seconded by: Lawrence Guillory
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
5. Discuss and take appropriate action on the superintendent selection process. (Mrs. Black)
This item was placed on the agenda as a placeholder for pre- housekeeping matters related to the superintendent selection process. No discussion was held, and no action was required on this item. The Board then proceeded to Agenda Item 6.
6. Discussion of character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of applicants for superintendent. Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:17(A)(1), this item may be discussed in executive session. (Mrs. Black)
Attorney Alvarez noted that the process would follow that of previous selections, involving an executive session in accordance with Louisiana Revised Statue 42:17 (A)(1) to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of applicants for superintendent. Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:17(A)(1).
The Board voted to enter into Executive Session in the Conference Room.
Motion made by: Marilyn LaSalle
Motion seconded by: Guienzy Brent
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
The Board re- turned to regular session in the Evans Medine Meeting Room.
Motion made by: Guienzy Brent
Motion seconded by: Andrew Mancuso
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
7. Selection of Superintendent or, in the alternative, discussion and/or action concerning next steps in Superintendent Selection Process. (Mrs. Black)
Attorney Alvarez presented two options: (1) proceed to a second round of interviews, or (2) vote to hire a superintendent at this meeting.
The Board ap- proved selecting a superintendent at this meeting.
Motion made by: Rhonda Dennis
Motion seconded by: Andrew Mancuso
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
Attorney Alvarez explained the ballot procedure for the superintendent vote. Each Board member would receive a ballot indicating the voting round, with space to print and sign their name. All three candidates’ names appeared on the ballot, and members would mark an “X” beside their chosen candidate before folding the ballot and submitting it to attorney Alvarez. He will open each ballot, read aloud the Board member’s name and selected candidate, and request verbal confirmation to satisfy the viva voce requirement of the Louisiana Open Meeting Law. As votes are an- nounced, the Board President and Board executive Assistant will tally and verify the totals. If a candidate receives six votes in the first round, that individual would be- come the superintendent elect. If no candidate reached the six-vote threshold, the Board would proceed to additional rounds of voting until a superintendent-elect is determined, though the individual would not assume the position this evening. Attorney Alvarez noted that the final step in the process would be to authorize the Board President and Vice President to negotiate the superintendent’s contract, which will be addressed following the vote. The contract would then be brought back to the full Board for approval at a subsequent meeting.
The board ap- proved the recommended voting procedure as presented by Attorney Alvarez.
Motion made by: Andrew Mancuso
Motion seconded by: Lawrence Guillory
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
Attorney Alvarez read aloud the ballot votes for Round One as follows:
Round One Ballot Results:
• President Black - Dr. Rachael Sanders
• Mr. Paradee - Dr. Rachael Sanders
• Mr. Mancuso - Dr. Rachael Sanders
• Mrs. Dennis - Dr. Rachael Sanders
• Mr. Guillory -Dr. Rachael Sanders
• Mrs. Griffin - Dr. Rachael Sanders
• Ms. Brent - J Ina
• Mrs. Anslem -Dr. Rachael Sanders
• Ms. Jones - J Ina
• Dr. Wilson- J Ina
• Ms. LaSalle- Dr. Rachael Sanders
Final Tally Results by President Black and Executive Assistant Elodie Ste-wart:
Dr. Rachael Sanders - (8) eight votes
Mr. J Ina — (3) three votes
Mr. James Russell, III - (0) zero votes
Dr. Rachael Sanders was elected as the new Superintendent of St. Mary Parish Schools, having received (8) eight votes, exceeding the required majority of (6) six votes of the full (11) eleven-member Board.
The Board ap- proved the final step authorizing the Board President and Vice- President, along with any additional board-designated members, not to constitute a quorum to negotiate the Superintendent’s contract.
Motion made by: Chad Paradee
Motion seconded by: Andrew Mancuso
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
VIII. Committee Reports
1. District I Maintenance Committee (Ms. Guienzy M. Brent)
The District I committee members met to consider the principals’ special projects for the fiscal year 2026-2027 as presented by William Regard, director of maintenance. These projects were reviewed on a school-by-school basis with the respective school principals in attendance and available for comment. The projects, which were amended in some instances, were approved and are now being recommended to the full board for approval of $719,445 ($345,745 of maintenance funds and $373,700 of capital funds). These approved projects will be presented this summer as part of the St. Mary Parish School Board’s Consolidated maintenance District I budget. At that time, the full Board will be presented with recommendations for transfers into either the maintenance district or into the capital projects fund for the fiscal year 2026-2027.
The full Board approved the recommendations of the Maintenance District I Committee.
Motion made by: Guienzy Brent
Motion seconded by: Dr. Tammie Wilson
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
2. District II Maintenance Committee (Mr. Chad M. Paradee)
The District II committee members met to consider the principals’ special projects for the fiscal year 2026-2027 as presented by William Regard, director of maintenance. These projects were reviewed on a school-by-school basis with the respective school principals in attendance and available for comment. The projects, which were amended in some instances, were approved and are now being recommended to the full board for approval of $270,341 ($161,141 of maintenance funds and $109,200 of capital funds). These approved projects will be presented this summer as part of the St. Mary Parish School Board’s Consolidated maintenance District II budget. At that time, the full Board will be presented with recommendations for transfers into either the maintenance district or into the capital projects fund for the fiscal year 2026-2027.
The full Board approved the recommendations of the Maintenance District II Committee.
Motion made by: Chad Paradee
Motion seconded by: Ginger Griffin
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
3. District III Maintenance Committee (Mr. Andrew V. Mancuso)
The District III committee members met to consider the principals’ special projects for the fiscal year 2026-2027 as presented by William Regard, director of maintenance. These projects were reviewed on a school-by-school basis with the respective school principals in attendance and available for comment. The projects, which were amended in some instances, were approved and are now being recommended to the full board for approval of $2,049,585 ($828,985 of maintenance funds and $1,220,600 of capital funds). These approved projects will be presented this summer as part of the St. Mary Parish School Board’s Consolidated maintenance District III budget. At that time, the full Board will be presented with recommendations for transfers into either the maintenance district or into the capital projects fund for the fiscal year 2026-2027.
The full Board approved the recommendations of the Maintenance District III Committee.
Motion made by: Andrew Mancuso
Motion seconded by: Rhonda Dennis
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
IX. Staff Re- ports
1. Chief Financial Officer’s Re- port (Mrs. Voisin)
A. Sales Tax Update
Mrs. Voisin re- ported that the district is nine months into the fiscal year. Year-to-date sales tax collections from July through March are $969,000 favorable against budget. The district collected $2.027 million in March 2026 compared to a budgeted $2.339 million, an unfavorable variance of $312,000 for the month. However, the district re- mains on track to meet its 2025-2026 budgeted sales tax revenue of $28.1 million, representing 31 percent of the total General Fund budget of $90.8 million.
B. Financial Statements (Major Funds Only)
Financial statement actuals through April 2026 were included in the Board packet.
C. Other Significant Items
No other significant items were reported.
X. Superintendent’s Report (Dr. Sanders)
Dr. Sanders re- ported that the instructional leadership team visited high schools across the district to recognize students named to the ACT /WorkKeys Hall of Fame, congratulating them for their hard work and commitment to ex- cellence. The spring sports seasons have concluded, and all St. Mary Parish teams were commended for successful performances. The State Track Meet began on May 7, 2026, and best wishes were ex- tended to all district qualifiers. May 8, 2026, marked the last day of school for seniors, with graduation ceremonies scheduled for May 14 and 15. The last day for eighth graders is May 15, with Eighth Grade Graduation and Promotion ceremonies set for May 18. The final day of school for all remaining students is May 21, 2026, in accordance with the recently approved calendar change. National Principal Day was observed on May 1, and principals were recognized and thanked for their leadership. In ob- servance of Teacher Appreciation Week, teachers were thanked for their extraordinary dedication, particularly dur-ing this year’s challenging testing season.
XI. Resolution of Respect (Ms. Estay)
Ms. Estay read the Resolutions of Respect for the late Patricia Leblanc (retired school secretary), Lessie Narcisse (retired cafeteria technician) and Gaynell Topham (retired teacher).
XII. Closing - Adjournment (Mrs. Black)
With there being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:59 p.m.
Motion made by: Debra Jones
Motion seconded by: Lindsey Anslem
Voting results: Unanimously Ap- proved
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Lessie Narcisse
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Lessie Narcisse, and
WHEREAS, her untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired cafeteria technician and a fine citizen;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED that the St. Mary Parish School Board and the people attending this Board meeting, rise and bow our heads in silent prayer out of respect for the late Lessie Narcisse, and extend to her bereaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, endeavor to express the high regard in which we held her in life and honor her memory in death.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED that a copy of this resolution be inscribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to the be- reaved family of Lessie Narcisse, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for her.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 7th of May, 2026.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Rachael C. Sanders, Ed. D.,
INTERIM
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Patricia Leblanc
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Patricia Leblanc, and
WHEREAS, her untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired school secretary and a fine citizen;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED that the St. Mary Parish School Board and the people attending this Board meeting, rise and bow our heads in silent prayer out of respect for the late Patricia Leblanc, and extend to her bereaved family our sincere condolences in this, their hour of sorrow; and in these inadequate words, endeavor to express the high regard in which we held her in life and honor her memory in death.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED that a copy of this resolution be inscribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to the be- reaved family of Patricia Leblanc, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for her.
This Resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 7th of May, 2026.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Rachael C. Sanders, Ed. D.,
INTERIM
SECRETARY
RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF
Gaynell Topham
WHEREAS, Al- mighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken from our midst Gaynell Topham, and
WHEREAS, his untimely death has deprived the St. Mary Parish School System of a retired teacher and a fine citizen;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED that the St. Mary Parish School Board and the people attending this Board meeting, rise and bow our heads in silent prayer out of respect for the late Gaynell Topham, 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 Gaynell Topham, and that this meeting adjourns out of respect for him.
This Resolution was therefore declared approved and adopted this 7th of May, 2026.
(S) Alaina L. Black
ALAINA L. BLACK,
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
(S) Rachael C. Sanders Ed.D.
RACHAEL C. SANDERS, Ed. D.,
INTERIM
SECRETARY
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of Wax Lake East Drainage District.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until July 2, 2026, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Part I Chapter 6 Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 38:1607 and Section 38:1608.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on July 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. June 10 and 24, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Tourist Commission (District 1, 2, & 3 – 1 Vacancy, District 4, 5, & bordering 6 – 2 Vacancies and District 7, 8 & boarding 6 – 1 Vacancy).
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until June 18, 2026, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Ordinance No. 1151.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies.
Adv. May 29 and June 10, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of Wax Lake East Drainage District.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until June 18, 2026, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Part I Chapter 6 Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 38:1607 and Section 38:1608.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies.
Adv. May 27 and June 10, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of Recreation District No. 3.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until June 18, 2026, 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- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies.

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of Recreation District No. 2.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until June 18, 2026, 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-Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. May 27 and June 10, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of Hospital Service District No. 2 (Ochsner St. Mary).
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until June 18, 2026, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Title 46 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 46:1053.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday-Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. May 27 and June 10, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of Gravity Sub- Drainage District No. 1 of Gravity Drainage District No. 2.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until June 18, 2026, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 38:1758.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies.
Adv. May 27 and June 10, 2026

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