Public notices for Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PROCEEDINGS OF A REGULAR MEETING
THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE MORGAN CITY HARBOR AND TERMINAL
DISTRICT
October 20, 2025
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 October 20, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. Ben Adams, President, convened the meeting with Commissioners Steven Cornes, Marc Felterman, Matthew Glover, Troy Lombardo, Adam Mayon, Matthew Tycer and Michael Wise in attendance. Deborah Garber was absent. Also present in the meeting were Raymond Wade, Executive Director; Tori Henry, Office Manager; Michael Knobloch, Special Projects Manager; Gerard Bourgeois and Bill Bourgeois, Board Attorneys; Robert Karam, T. Baker Smith; Bill Blanchard, GIS Engineering; 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. Lombardo that the minutes of the regular meeting of September 15, 2025 be approved and adopted, with said motion carrying unanimously.
It was moved by Mr. Mayon that the report of re- ceipts and disbursements for the month of September, 2025 be re- ceived and accepted and that all invoices presented to the Board for the month of September, 2025 be paid. Mr. Wise seconded that motion, which carried un- animously.
Tim Connell re- ported that: (i) Dredge Arulaq continues working the Bar Channel; (ii) Mike Hooks has two dredges working Bayou Black/GIWW and Bayou Chene areas; (iii) the Weeks Marine dredge contract for Atchafalaya Bay, Bar and Crewboat Cut is still under protest; and (iv) new surveys are posted on website with Stouts Pass still looking good, but more work to be done when the RM White finishes at the DCAS.
Charles Brittingham reported that since the government has shutdown, there is not much movement but noted only on- going contracts will be executed and no new ones.
Michael Knobloch reported that: (i) the warehouse scope of work change to in- clude the roof and insulation has been approved; (ii) both of our capital outlay project applications were re-submitted; (iii) AIC camera work continues; (iv) we are awaiting the agreement be- tween the District and MARAD for FY22 PIDP West Dock project, where Mr. Lombardo moved to authorize Mr. Wade to execute said agreement, which was seconded by Mr. Cornes and carried unanimously; (v) we were notified that we are a recipient of the FY25 Port Security Grant, including dock utility and cyber security projects; and (vi) crane de- livery is scheduled for December and with Forklift delivery in Spring, 2026.
Robert Karam reported that: (i) they are addressing DOTD’s minor comments, with submission today for approval to be stamped and ad- vertised for bid, pending execution of MARAD’s agreement on the West Dock Project. Mr. Mayon moved to approve advertisement for bid, which was seconded by Mr. Tycer and carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District has submitted an application for funding of the West Side Dock Expansion, St. Mary Parish, port improvement project under the Port Construction and Development Priority Program; and
WHEREAS, the State’s share of the project funds have been made available and the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District has available its local matching share of the project funds in an amount of not less than ten (10%) percent; and
WHEREAS, at the request of this Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District, T Baker Smith, LLC. has prepared plans and specifications for said project, which plans and specifications are designated by State Project No. H.014774, and T Baker Smith, LLC has agreed to oversee the bidding and construction phase of the project as the District’s Engineer, and
WHEREAS, this Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District has re- viewed the final plans, specifications and cost estimate and accepts them as submitted and the Department of Transportation and Development has re- viewed the final plans, specifications, and cost estimate and has approved them in- asmuch as they comply with the requirements of the Port Construction and Development Priority Program; and
WHEREAS, all necessary servitudes, rights-of-way, spoil disposal areas, rights of ingress and egress and the means thereof have been acquired by this Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District, and the titles thereto are valid and indefeasible; and
WHEREAS, this Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District has ob- tained all necessary permits re- quired for the construction of this project; and
WHEREAS, Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District has agreed to accomplish all necessary utilities, fence and other facilities relocations and alterations made necessary by this project; and
WHEREAS, the Official Journal for the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District is the Morgan City Re- view, whose mailing address is 1014 Front St, Morgan City, LA 70380 and whose telephone number is (985) 384-8370; and
WHEREAS, this Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District desires to advertise for competitive bids, in accordance with LRS 38:2212, et seq., for the award of a contract in the name of the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District, and furnish engineering services during the progress of the work.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED by the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District, at its regular monthly meeting on the 20th day of October, 2025, that the Department of Transportation and Development be and hereby is requested to authorize the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District to advertise for competitive bids in accordance with LRS 38:2212, et seq., for the award of a contract in the name of Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District, covering the aforesaid improvements.
BE IT RESOLV-ED that the De- partment of Transportation and Development be and hereby is as- sured that all necessary servitudes, rights-of-way, rights of ingress and egress and the means thereof have been obtained by Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District, and the titles thereto are valid and indefeasible and Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District expressly agrees to defend any action for the failure of any servitude, right-of-way, right of in- gress or egress, and Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District does hereby assume complete responsibility for providing engineering services during construction and the maintenance and upkeep of the project after construction.
BE IT RESOLV-ED that the De- partment of Transportation and Development be and hereby is assured that all required permits have been obtained by Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District.
BE IT RESOLV-ED that the De- partment of Transportation and Development be and hereby is as- sured that Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District has available its local matching funds in an amount not less than ten (10%) percent of the total project cost to insure construction of this project.
BE IT RESOLV-ED that Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District will and hereby does assume complete responsibility for all utilities, fence, and other facilities relocations and alterations made necessary by this project.
BE IT RESOLV-ED THAT Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District does hereby save and hold harmless the Department of Transportation and Development against any loss or damage of any kind incident to or occasioned by activities undertaken in pursuance of this agreement and expressly agrees to defend any suit brought against the De- partment of Transportation & Development, and pay any judgment which may result from said suit as it relates to this project.
Bill Blanchard reported that Coastal Dredging has returned to slip #1 for more cleanup for about another week. He noted GIS submitted a letter to the Port for negotiation of a change order with Coastal Dredging on the “virgin material” or previously un- dredged areas of the slips at a higher per cubic rate, using funding allocated for the access channel to extend dredging of material in slips, pending approval by FP&C, and separating the dredging access channel into another bid once the FY26 capital outlay funding becomes available. He also requested approval to re-bid the access channel at a future time. Mr. Tycer moved to authorize said Change Order(s) allowing the slip dredging change at a fee up to the initial amount bid or at no direct cost to the Port, which was seconded by Mr. Lombardo and carried unanimously.
Gerard Bourgeois reported: (i) acceptance of substantial completion of the fire suppression system is required, with Mr. Tycer moving, Mr. Mayon seconding and motion carrying unanimously; and, (ii) we re- ceived a Right of Entry from the Corps for open water dredging around Crew Boat Cut above Disposal Area I. Mr. Mayon moved to authorize Mr. Adans to execute said Right of Entry, which was seconded by Mr. Cornes and carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION
A resolution authorizing the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District (“District”) to grant to the United States the rights of entry (ROEs) for disposal easements for the Atchafalaya River, Crew Boat Cut, Bayou Chene and Avoca Island Cutoff, St. Mary & Terrebonne Parishes, Louisiana project.
BE IT RESOLV-ED, that Ben A. Adams, President, be authorized and directed to grant on behalf of the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District (“District”) in favor of the United States Corps of Engineers (“Corps”), their representatives, agents and contractors, to construct, operate and maintain a dredged material disposal area, including the full right of ingress and egress; to construct dikes; to deposit dredged, excavated and sediment material thereon; to accomplish any alterations of contours on said land for the purpose of ac- commodating the deposit of dredged material as necessary in connection with the construction, improvement, maintenance and operation of the Atchafalaya River and Bayou Chene, Boeuf and Black, Louisiana Project, as authorized by the Act of Congress approved 13 August 1968 (Public Law 90-483), and to execute all corresponding agreements with landowners concerning Corps designated Disposal Area(s) and transfer of the same to the Corps.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, Ben A. Adams, President, be authorized and directed to do any and all act and things necessary, proper, or that may be required to carry out and ac- complish the transactions contemplated with regards to the above mentioned tracts.
After the Motion of Mr. Cornes and second of Mr. Felterman the Board entered Executive Session to discuss its suit against Providence Engineering & En- vironmental Group, LLC, et al for Youngswood yard failure. After the Executive Session ended, it was moved by Mr. Wise, and seconded by Mr. Mayon that the Board return to Regular Session, which carried unanimously.
With there being no further business to come before the Board, it was moved by Mr. Lombardo and seconded by Mr. Cornes that the meeting was adjourned.
Attest:
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Matthew K.
Glover, Secretary
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
RE: TTHM 4th Quarter Violation 2025
Patterson Water Customers:
The Patterson Water System is currently in violation of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for total trihalomethanes as set forth by the State [Part XII of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code (LAC 51:XII)] and the Federal Primary Drinking Water Regulations (40 CFR Part 141).
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the. Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) set drinking water standards and requires the disinfection of drinking water. Where disinfection is used in the treatment of drinking water, disinfectants combine with naturally occurring organic and inorganic matter present in water to form chemicals called disinfection by- products (DBPs). EPA and LDH set standards for controlling the levels of disinfectants and DBPs in drinking water, including trihalomethanes (THMs) and haloacetic acids (HAAs). Some people who drink water containing THMs in excess of the MCL over many years may experience problems with their liver, kidneys, or central nervous system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer.
In December I998, EPA set enforceable drinking water standards for TTHMs at 80 parts per billion (ppb) and for HAA5 at 60 parts per billion (ppb) to reduce the risk of cancer or other adverse health effects. Compliance with the TTHMs and HAA5 standard for public water systems serving less than 10,000 individuals initially became effective and en- forceable on January 1, 2004. Compliance with the TTHMs standard is determined by calculating a locational running an- nual average (LRAA) of quarterly TTHMs sample results. Compliance calculations performed for the fourth quarter of 2025 show that the system’s current TTHMs LRAAs are 91 ppb at DBP01. - 729 Kem St and 89 ppb at DBP03 - 508 Taft St; Thus, the system is currently in violation of the TTHMs standard.
Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
THIS IS NOT AN EMERGENCY. If it had been, you would have been notified im- mediately. EPA and LDH do not consider this violation to have any serious adverse health effects on human health as a result of short-term exposure; however, continued long-term ex- posure to TTHMs and HAA5 levels above the standard (e.g., 20 years of exposure) has the potential to have serious ad- verse effects on human health.
We apologize for any misunderstanding you may have with the water. Rest assured the water is still safe to drink. If this had been an em- ergency you would have been notified within 24 hours. We are working on solutions to correct the problems. Thank you for your patience as we move forward on this matter.
Sharon Gillum
Water Plant Supervisor
City of Patterson Water System
(985) 992-8105
Adv. Nov. 21 and 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
“NOTICE TO ESTABLISH A BRANCH”
In the matter of the establishment of a branch of M C Bank and Trust Company. Notice is hereby given that the M C Bank and Trust Company, whose Main Office and Office and domicile is located in Morgan City, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, has made application to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Louisiana Commissioner of Financial Institutions to establish a branch to be located at 5400 Magazine Street, Suite 100, New Orleans, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.
Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or comments, in writing, with the Regional Director (DOS) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at its Dallas Regional Office at 600 North Pearl Street, Suite 700 Dallas, Texas 75201, not later than December 18, 2025. The nonconfidential portion of the application is on file in the regional office and is available for inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the nonconfidential portion of the application file will be made available upon request.
Any person wishing to comment on this application with the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions may file his or her comments, in writing, with the Commissioner of Financial Institutions, Post Office Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70804-9095. The Office of Financial Institutions is not required to consider any comments received more than 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. The Public Section of the application will be available at the Office of Financial Institutions for public inspection during the regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This notice is published pursuant to Part 303.7 of the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and LAC 10: I. Chapter 5 of the “Louisiana Register”.
M C Bank & Trust Company
(Name of Institution)
1201 Brashear Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380
(Address)
By: Christopher LeBato
(President, CEO)
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
2026 Budget Notice
The St. Mary Parish 911 Communications District held a public meeting on November 20, 2025.
The meeting was held to approve the 2026 budget. The members approved the budget by un- animous consent.
Martha Randle
Director
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION MEETING OF THE HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT #2 OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON
OCTOBER 1, 2025
A regular monthly business meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Hospital Service District #2 of the Parish of St. Mary was held on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. in the Media Room of the Morgan City Harbor & Terminal District Building located at 7327 Highway 182, Morgan City, LA 70380
PRESENT: Dr. William A. Cefalu, Jr., Angelena Brocato, Jackie Cheramie, William Mc- Carty, Thane Aucoin, Clarence Robinson, Jr. and Barry Dufrene
Also present: William E. Bourgeois, Counsel for Hospital Service District #2
Dr. Cefalu called the meeting to order.
Dr. Cefalu lead in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call was taken. Those Board Members present and those absent listed above.
On motion of Mrs. Brocato, second by Mr. Robinson and unanimously carried, the Board approved and signed the Minutes of September 3, 2025.
Dr. Cefalu open-ed the floor for Guest/public comments, to which there were none. Raymond Pisani with Respiratory Therapy at Ochsner St. Mary (OSM), Bill Decker with the Daily Review, Lea He- bert, Member of OSM Governing Board and Dr. Larry Nelson, Anaesthesiologist with OSM attended without comment.
Dr. Cefalu called for the Financial Report. Mrs. Cher-amie presented the Financial Report for the period ending August 31, 2025. Upon motion of Mr. Aucoin, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board approved the financials as presented. Dane Robison with Robison Wealth Management addressed the Board and gave an update on the transfer of the accounts to Raymond James.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on conceptual design proposals for permanent exterior building panels. Barry Lann with Grace Hebert Curtis Architects, LLC gave a power point presentation on the different op- tions for the exterior panels for the hospital facility. He stated that the panels could withstand a strong Category 2 or 3 Hurricane and that the panels meet the Miami Dade County Hurricane storm test. After a brief discussion on each option, it was agreed that Mr. Lann would provide Attorney Bourgeois with a PDF of the various options which will be forwarded to each Board Member for their review. The Board was instructed to direct their respective opinions via email to Mr. Lann.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on conceptual design proposals for the first floor interior renovations. Mr. Lann presented a power point on the new design for the first floor renovations and he stated that he will be meeting with OSM regarding the proposal. Discussions were held regarding recommendations for flooring, etc. Attorney Bourgeois discussed the flooring proposal received and the need to obtain more quotes. Further discussions were held as to these matters.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and action on OSM engineering and front entrance overhang project. Mr. Lann gave updates on the status of the front entrance/overhang project. After a brief discussion, on motion of Mrs. Brocato, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried, the Board voted to authorize Dr. Cefalu to sign Change Order #5 (brick ledge iron demo). Attorney Bourgeois then discussed the En- gineering phases and the totals going from $7mil to $16mil. A brief discussion was held as to this matter.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and action to adopt resolution to authorize Capital Outlay requests. At- torney Bourgeois and Barry Lann discussed this matter, the time line and what the monies would be allocated towards based on the Engineering phases (4th & 5th year items and maybe the panels). Further discussions were held and the request for the total dollar amounts will be provided at a later date. On motion of Mr. Dufrene, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board authorized Dr. Cefalu to sign a Resolution to proceed with re- quests for Capital Outlay Funds.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and action to budget for and to authorize bid advertisement for 1250 kw emergency standby generator and related equipment. Attorney Bourgeois advised the Board that the Electrical Engineers advised that this needs to be replaced and that it will take approximately one (1) year to obtain. Further discussions were held as to the costs, the availability of funds and the need to budget for said purchase and who will oversee the bid process. Further comments were made by Mr. Lann regarding the bid process for public entities in Louisiana and that we could use a qualifications based project de- livery called a construction manager at risk. On motion of Mrs. Brocato, second by Mr. Aucoin and unanimously carried, the Board authorized Dr. Cefalu to sign documents to start the bid advertising process to obtain said generator and to budget the funds for the costs thereof.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action to adopt resolution giving preliminary ap- proval to limited tax bonds of the District to not ex- ceed the amount of $6,700,000.00. Attorney Bourgeois, M. Jason Akers, Bond Attorney and Steve Nosacka, Municipal Advisor, ex- plained/advised the Board of the purpose of the resolution, the need to start the process, the procedure that will follow and the percentage costs thereof. After further discussions, on mo- tion of Mr. Du- frene, second by Mrs. Brocato and yeas by Dr. Cefalu, Mrs. Brocato, Mrs. Cheramie, Mr. Aucoin, Mr. McCarty, Mr. Robinson and Mr. Dufrene, the following Resolution was adopted by the Board, to- wit:
RESOLUTION
A resolution giving preliminary approval to the issuance of not to exceed Six Million Seven Hundred Thousand Dollars ($6,700,000) of Limited Tax Bonds of Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, and providing for other matters relating thereto.
WHEREAS, 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”), authorizes political subdivisions to borrow money in anticipation of revenues to be realized from special taxes; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “Board of Commissioners”), acting as the governing authority of Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana (the “District”) pursuant to the Act, and subject to the approval of the State Bond Commission and the St. Mary Parish Council (the “Parish Council”), desires to incur debt and issue not exceeding Six Million Seven Hundred Thousand Dollars ($6,700,000) of Limited Tax Bonds (the “Bonds”) of the District, for the purpose of (i) im- proving and equipping new and existing hospital and other health care facilities in the District (the “Project”), and (ii) paying the costs of issuance of the Bonds, said Bonds to be payable from an irrevocable pledge and dedication of the funds to be derived by the District from the levy and collection of a special ad valorem tax of 9 mills (such rate being subject to adjustment from time to time due to reassessment) authorized at an election held on December 7, 2024, which the District is authorized to impose and collect beginning in Tax Year 2025 and continuing through 2034 (the “Tax”); and
WHEREAS, the District has no outstanding bonds or other obligations of any kind or nature payable from or enjoying a lien on the revenues of the Tax; and
WHEREAS, the District desires to make formal application to the State Bond Commission for approval of the issuance of the Bonds;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED by the Board of Commissioners, acting as the governing authority of the District, that:
SECTION 1. Preliminary Ap- proval of Bonds. Preliminary ap- proval is given to the issuance of not exceeding $6,700,000 of Limited Tax Bonds (the “Bonds”) of the District, pursuant to the Act, for the purpose of (i) im- proving and equipping new and existing hospital and other health care facilities in the District (the “Project”), and (ii) paying the costs of issuance of the Bonds, said Bonds to be secured by and payable from an irrevocable pledge and dedication of the funds to be derived by the District from the levy and collection of the Tax. The Bonds will be issued at an interest rate not exceeding 6% per annum and shall mature no later than March 1, 2035. The Bonds shall be issued in fully registered form and shall have such additional terms and provisions as may be determined by this Board of Commissioners.
SECTION 2. State Bond Commission Approval. Application is hereby made to the State Bond Commission, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for approval of the issuance and sale of the Bonds and for consent and authority to proceed with the issuance and sale of the Bonds as provided above, and Bond Counsel is directed to make application to the State Bond Commission in accordance with the foregoing on behalf of the District.
By virtue of ap- plicant/issuer’s application for, acceptance and utilization of the benefits of the Louisiana State Bond Commission’s ap- proval(s) resolved and set forth herein, it resolves that it understands and agrees that such approval(s) are expressly conditioned upon, and it further resolves that it understands, agrees and binds itself, its successors and assigns to, full and continuing compliance with the “State Bond Commission Policy on Approval of Proposed Use of Swaps, or other forms of Derivative Products Hedges, Etc.”, adopted by the Commission on July 20, 2006, as to the borrowing(s) and other matter(s) subject to the ap- proval(s), including subsequent application and approval under said Policy of the implementation or use of any swap(s) or other product(s) or enhancement(s) covered thereby.
SECTION 3. Parish Council Approval. Application is hereby made to the Parish Council for consent and authority to issue, sell and deliver the Bonds, and a certified copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Parish Council on behalf of the District, together with a letter requesting the prompt consideration and ap- proval of this application.
SECTION 4. Employment of Bond Counsel. The Board of Commissioners finds and determines that a real necessity exists for the employment of special counsel in connection with the issuance of the Bonds, and accordingly, Foley & Judell, L.L.P., of New Orleans, Louisiana, as Bond Counsel, is hereby employed to do and perform work of a traditional legal nature as bond counsel with re- spect to the issuance and sale of said Bonds. Said Bond Counsel shall prepare and submit to this Board of Commissioners for adoption all of the proceedings incidental to the authorization, issuance, sale and delivery of such Bonds, shall counsel and advise this Board of Commissioners as to the issuance and sale thereof and shall furnish its opinions covering the legality of the issuance of the Bonds. The fee of Bond Counsel for each series of bonds shall be fixed at a sum not exceeding the fee allowed by the Attorney General’s fee guidelines for such bond counsel work and based on the amount of said Bonds actually is- sued, sold, delivered and paid for, plus “out-of-pocket” expenses, said fees to be contingent upon the issuance, sale and delivery of said Bonds. The Chairman is hereby authorized and directed to execute, and this Board of Commissioners hereby agrees to and accepts the terms of, the en- gagement letter of Bond Counsel ap- pended hereto. A certified copy of this resolution shall be submitted to the Attorney General of the State of Louisiana for approval of said employment and of the fees herein designated, and the Secretary is hereby empowered and directed to provide for payment of the work herein specified upon completion thereof and under the conditions herein enumerated without further approval of this Board of Commissioners.
SECTION 5. Appointment of Municipal Advisor. The District hereby retains Trinity Capital Resources, LLC, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to act as its Municipal Advisor (“MA”) pursuant to the provisions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and the rules promulgated thereunder by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The District hereby acknowledges that it is represented by the MA and will rely upon the advice of the MA with respect to the Bonds. The fee to be paid the MA shall be payable solely from the proceeds of the Bonds when and if issued, and the amount thereof shall be subject to the ap- proval of the State Bond Commission. The Chairman is hereby authorized and directed, in his discretion, to execute any contract the MA may request with re- spect to the engagement.
SECTION 6. Declaration of Official Intent. Prior to the delivery of the Bonds, the District presently intends and reasonably expects that it may pay all or a portion of the costs of the Project from legally available funds in its General Fund. Upon the issuance of the Bonds, the District presently intends and reasonably expects to reimburse any such expenditures for the Project from a portion of the proceeds of the Bonds, provided that such reimbursement shall be in an amount not currently reasonably expected to exceed the maximum principal amount of the Bonds set forth in Section 1 hereof. Any such allocation of proceeds of the Bonds for reimbursement will be with respect to capital expenditures (as defined in Reg. 1.150-1(b)) and will be made not later than 3 years after the later of (i) the date such ex- penditure was paid or (ii) the date on which the Project was placed in service or abandoned. This Section is intended to be a declaration of official intent within the meaning of Reg. 1.150-2, and certain terms used in this Section shall have the meaning given in such Regulation. All of the expenditures covered by this Section were or will be made on and after the date which is 60 days prior to the effective date of this Resolution or as otherwise allowed by Reg. 1.150-2 which includes, among other things, an exception for “preliminary expenditures” as defined therein.
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Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on Budget Planning. Attorney Bourgeois reviewed with the Board the draft of the preliminary 2026 Budget contained in the meeting packets. He requested in- put from the Board and stated that he would be meeting with our CPA and Accountants for further guidance in this matter. He also stated that the amounts to be budgeted for scholarships, recruitment and community outreach needs to be decided upon by the Board. This matter will be discussed further at next months meeting with the final Budget needing to be approved/adopted at the December meeting. Further discussions were held as to this matter.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action to authorize contract(s) with physician recruiting firm(s) or reimbursement for same. Attorney Bourgeois advised that the meeting scheduled with Jennifer Wise, Chief Nursing Of- ficer and CEO of OSM on 9/11/2025 was cancelled by OSM. Further discussions will be held in Executive Session.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action to authorize the creation of an HSD #2 website, to include information on providers not employed by OSM. Attorney Bourgeois discussed with the Board the Website Development Proposal submitted by Cypresstech. After a brief discussion, on motion of Mr. Robinson, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried, the Board voted to select “Option C” of the proposal.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on pediatric behavioral health services. Attorney Bourgeois stated that he had no new information to provide the Board and that he was waiting on a follow up meeting with Beth Chaisson with Chamber, who is gathering more information.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion on status of Morgan City Swimming Pool/Wellness Facility. Attorney Bourgeois stated that he has nothing to report, there has been no action in this matter and it doesn’t sound like there is a consensus on having Wellness Facility with the Pool.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on HSD #2 communications with OSM. Attorney Bourgeois discussed the email contained in the meeting packets and of the communication hiccups. He requested that the Board let him know if any changes need to be made in the way things are handled.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on existing Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) with Ochsner. At- torney Bourgeois discussed with the Board the issues concerning CEA with regards to community outreach and the invoices. After a brief discussion, the Board decided to discuss this matter further in Executive Session.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and action on moving the November meeting date. At- torney Bourgeois advised the Board of his conflict with the regular scheduled November 5th meeting date. After a brief discussion, on motion of Mr. Aucoin, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board voted to re- schedule our November 5th meeting to November 19th.
Attorney Bourgois then introduced Evan D. Boudreaux, Director of Economic Development for St. Mary Parish. Mr. Boudreaux in- formed the Board of Federal Programs to help with rural hospitals. He discussed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” recently passed by Congress, which includes Rural Health Transformation Program (RHT). He provided a handout to the Board, ex- plained the RHT, discussed its benefits and offered his Office’s support to help HSD #2. At- torney Bourgeois addressed the Board concerning this matter and of his upcoming meetings in Baton Rouge and the need to have OSM involved.
On motion of Mr. Robinson, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board retired into Executive Session to discuss strategic planning pursuant to LA R.S. 46:1071, et seq.
With no other business to come before the Board, on motion of Mrs. Cheramie, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned.
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William A. Cefalu, Jr., M.D.,
Chairman
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Jackie Cheramie,
Secretary/
Treasurer
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Cost: $444.00
PUBLIC NOTICE
HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT NO. 2 OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY
P.O. BOX 1809
MORGAN CITY, LA 70381
NOTICE
POSTED:
DATE —————
TIME —————
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING AND
BUDGET
PUBLICATION
A public hearing on its proposed budgets shall be held by the Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary’s Board of Commissioners as follows:
DATE: DE- CEMBER 10, 2025
TIME: 12:00 p.m. (noon)
PLACE OF HEARING: MEDIA ROOM, MC HARBOR AND TERMINAL DISTRICT
7327 Hwy 182, Morgan City, LA 70380
The budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025 and the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 are being prepared by the Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary (“District”) and are available for public inspection at the office of the MC Harbor and Terminal District, 7327 Hwy 182, Morgan City, LA 70380 and at Bourgeois Law, LLC, 704 Front St., Morgan City, LA 70380. Notice is given that a public hearing and meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the District will be held at the MC Harbor and Terminal District’s Media Room, 1st Floor. Morgan City, Louisiana on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. to hold a public hearing upon and thereafter consider and act upon the adoption of the District’s (a) budget for its fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, and (b) proposed budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 for the following purposes and to take appropriate action thereon.
/s/ William A. Cefalu, Jr., M.D., Chairperson
HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT NO 2 OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY
P.O. BOX 1809, MORGAN CITY, LA 70381, (985) 384-2055
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Leah DiMatteo at (985) 384-2055 describing the assistance that is necessary.
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
ST. MARY LEVEE DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING
October 16, 2025
Franklin, LA
The St. Mary Levee District (“SMLD”) met on this date with JP Hebert, presiding and the following board members present: Kenny Arceneaux, Mike Thomason, Will Terry, Mike Ortiz, Andrew Mancuso and with William Hidalgo Sr. and Carla Davis ab- sent.
Also present: Michael Brocato, Executive Director; Tucker Manuel, O&M Technician; Tim Matte, CFO, Gerard Bourgeois, Bill Bourgeois; and members of the public.
Mr. Mancuso moved to dispense with the reading and to approve the Sept 18 minutes. After a second by Mr. Arceneaux, the motion was carried unanimously.
Mr. Arceneaux presented the payables report, which Mr. Thomason moved to approve. Following Mr. Mancuso’s second, the motion was carried unanimously.
Mr. Matte also presented the Statement of Revenues by Sources and Summary of Expenditures with comparison to budget of the St. Mary Levee District.
Mr. Denton Graham with T Baker Smith reported his office and SMLD met with local farmers affected by the proposed project footprint on Oct 8 to discuss potential project impacts and benefits of the West of Charenton project. Mr. Graham also reported Olsson is continuing to work on Flap gate conceptual runs for design purposes.
Mr. Brocato re- ported that a site visit to the Charenton Floodgate has been sent out for Oct 20th.
Mr. Graham re- ported his office has met with Flood Break manufacturers on Sept 29 to kick off design process and provide them with necessary project information for the Lakeside Flood Protection Project. Mr. Graham stated his office is currently working through the structural and civil engineering design processes, incorporating information gathered from meeting with residents affected by the project. Mr. Graham also re- ported Walnut Canal weir design plans are 75% complete and the permit has been submitted.
Mr. Brocato re- ported contractors have started mobilizing today to Pump Station#4. Mr. Brocato stated that two pumps being delivered Monday and another three pumps being delivered in the next few weeks. Mr. Brocato reported that Station #8 is close to being ready to put out for bid and bid documents are still being gathered for Pump Station #9.
Mr. Manuel re- ported SMPG grass cutters have cut all of the Siracusa levees, Avoca, and will work on Berwick towards the Wax Lake Outlet before levee inspections which are scheduled for Nov 12-13.
Mr. Arceneaux moved to approve making online payments for monthly expenses. After a second by Mr. Mancuso the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Mancuso moved to enter into an IGA with City of Morgan City to supply power for Station #9 and to disconnect and reconnect Station #4 subject to legal review for both parties. After a second by Mr. Terry the motioned was carried unanimously.
Mr. Arceneaux moved to authorize Amendment #1 with GIS Engineering for TE168. After a second by Mr. Mancuso the motion was carried unanimously.
Mr. Mancuso moved to authorize to make an application to the State Bond Commission for approval of the issuance and sale of Bonds and to hire Bond Counsel subject to negotiation with Bond attorney, after a second by Mr. Terry the mo- tion carried unanimously.
Mr. Mancuso moved to authorize Amendment #1 for Phase II of the Levees West of Charenton Project with T. Baker Smith. After a second by Mr. Terry the motion was carried unanimously.
Mr. Hebert ask-ed for further comments and did not receive any. Mr. Terry moved for adjournment, which was seconded by Mr. Arceneaux and was carried unanimously.
Attest:
———————
Kenneth
Arceneaux Jr.,
Secretary/
Treasurer
St. Mary Levee District
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF
MORGAN CITY
NOVEMBER 18, 2025
The Mayor and City Council of Morgan City, Louisiana, met at 6:00 pm (local time) in regular session, this date, in the City Court Building, Highway 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana.
There were present: Honorable Lee Dragna, Mayor; and Council Members Ron Bias, Steve Domangue, Thomas Hutchinson, Jr., Tim Hy- mel, and Bonnie Leonard.
Absent: None
Also present were Mr. Charlie Solar, Jr., Chief Administrative Officer and Mr. Paul Landry, City Attorney.
The invocation was given by Reverend Tommy Fromenthal .
There was no Positive Image recipient for the month of November.
Jean Paul Bourg addressed the council regarding the ordinance that was being introduced regarding mosquito abatement. He said that while he was working for the City, he implemented in- house spraying that saved the City lots of money, and the program was always able to operate under budget.. He said when he moved to the parish, he also implemented a mosquito control program there. He felt that if the City bought concentrated chemicals, they should not be over budget in the program. Mayor Dragna said that the City had not had a mosquito rate abatement in- crease in 20 years, and the price of chemicals had been constantly rising. The proposed increase was $2 per month, per customer. He said that this was only a first reading, and a public hearing would be held at the December meeting.
Claire Giordano and Charlie and Brenda Youngblood addressed the council regarding the ongoing issue of three people accidentally being buried in the St. Clair family plot. She said the plot was purchased 140 years ago, and the previous cemetery manager sold the plots to other people. She wanted the City to move the bodies out of her family’s plot. Mayor Dragna said that they had spoken to the families of those buried there. Some were okay with the move, some were not. He said that the grave diggers were not willing to move the bodies. Mayor Dragna said there was a state statute that said that the City had to give plots of equal or greater value to the St. Clairs. He felt the best solution would be for the family to take the three plots that were adjacent to the St. Clair plot. He was not sure how long the plots would stay available. He urged the family to take the City up on the offer of the adjacent plots. Mrs. Giordano said she would get with her aunt on the issue and get back with the City.
Mr. Jeremy Price with the Basin Brew Fest submitted a re- quest to hold the 8th annual Basin Brewfest on March 28, 2026,under the US 90 bridge (copy on file). He said they had obtained their 501(c)(3) nonprofit certification as the Basin Cares Foundation. Mr. Price said that to date, over $100,000 had been raised to update the gazebo, playground, and parking lot at Lawrence Park, and that the proceeds would continue to go to- wards the revitalization of Lawrence Park and other green spaces around the area. A motion to approve the 8th annual Basin Brew Fest was made by Mr. Domangue, seconded by Mrs. Leonard, and vot-ed unanimously in favor.
Minister Gerald McCanty and Deacon Rainey Moore addressed the council requesting permission to hold a distribution of hot meals to the public on December 13, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM under the US 90 Bridge. A mo- tion to approve the event was made by Mr. Hymel, seconded by Pastor Bias, and voted unanimously in favor.
In the matter of the Mayor’s up- date, Mayor Dragna said that he had been absent from last month’s meeting, but there were some questions about the grant management expenses. He said that each grant had grant management personnel written into the actual grant. It was something that had to be done, and it would pay for itself through the grant.
Mr. Hutchinson advised the council and the public that there would be a Louisiana Baptist Singing Men concert at First Baptist Church in Morgan City on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 6:30 PM. Everyone was invited to attend the free event.
The minutes of the October 28, 2025 meeting were submitted. There being no corrections, additions, or deletions, a motion to approve the minutes was made by Mrs. Leonard, seconded by Mr. Hutchinson, and voted unanimously in favor.
Mrs. Deborah Garber, Finance Director, submitted the following financial statement for the period ending October 31, 2025.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DATE: November 18, 2025
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: Deborah Garber
RE: Comments related to summary of revenues and expenses compared to budget for the period ended October 31, 2025.
Attached is a summary that compares our actual revenues and expenses to our operational budget for our major funds subject to budgetary control for the period ending October 31, 2025. The following comments are related thereto:
General and Ancillary Funds: Actual revenues are $209,015 more than budget. Operating expenses and transfers to other funds are also over budget $235,482. The net deficiency of $2,429,438 is an unfavorable variance of $26,467 as compared to the adopted budget.
Utility Fund: Actual revenues in this fund are now under budget this month by $68,282. The operational expenses are over budget by $2,477,437 with $1,570,395 of that from Purchased Power Costs. The net deficiency, after transfers, of $732,385 creates an unfavorable variance again this month as compared to the budget of $2,361,849.
Sanitation and Sewer Fund: The operating revenues remain slightly over budget by $58,718, with total operating expenses also over budget by $16,666. The net excess, after transfers, of $320,706 leaves the only favorable variance again this month of $97,715.
Respectfully
submitted,
/s/ Deborah Garber
Deborah Garber
Finance Director
A motion to accept the financial statement was made by Pastor Bias, seconded by Mrs. Leonard, and voted unanimously in favor.
The next matter on the agenda was Change Order Number 2 on the Water Treatment Plant; whereupon,
Mr. Hymel offer-ed the following Resolution, who moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. R: 25-63
BE IT RESOLV-ED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, that the Mayor be and he is hereby authorized, empowered, and directed in the name of and on behalf of said municipal corporation, to execute Change Order Number 2 in the amount of + 45 days, under Contract Number R:24-24, between the City of Morgan City and The Lemoine Company, LLC, for the Morgan City Water Treatment Plant Improvements, Phase I project.
Mrs. Leonard seconded the mo- tion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Hymel, Leonard, Bias, Domangue, Hutch- inson
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The resolution was therefore declared approved and adopted this 18th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna
Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie Harrington
Clerk
Mayor Dragna said that a resolution needed to be passed authorizing his signature on the Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund application; whereupon,
Mrs. Leonard offered the following Resolution, who moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. R: 25-64
WHEREAS, the City of Morgan City is in need of improvements to the Morgan City Water System, whose PWS ID No. is LA1101005; and
WHEREAS, loans for this project may become available through the Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund program operated by the Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Public Health.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RE- SOLVED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City that Mayor Lee Dragna is hereby authorized to submit a Loan Application Form 100A and accompanying documents to the Department of Health on behalf of the City of Morgan City for the purpose of placing Morgan City Water Treatment Plant Improvements Phase 2 amendment project, which will also include the water intake pumps, on the Comprehensive Priority List for funding through the Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that Mayor Lee Dragna is further authorized to furnish such additional information as may reasonably be required in connection with the Loan Application.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, Mayor Lee Dragna is hereby designated as the Official Project Representative and is hereby given signature authority for all related documents for the City of Morgan City, for any project that may result from the submission of the Loan Application Form 100A and accompanying documents. Furthermore, Mayor Lee Dragna is hereby given the power and authority to do all things necessary to implement, maintain, amend, and renew such documents relative to any such project.
Mr. Domangue seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Leonard, Domangue, Bias, Hutchinson, Hy- mel
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The resolution was therefore de- clared approved and adopted this 18th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna
Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie Harrington
Clerk
The first reading of the Mosquito Abatement Ordinance was opened. This was a first reading and no definitive action was necessary.
The public hearing for the amending of the Drug Free Zones was opened. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon
This ordinance was introduced with first reading on October 28, 2025. Published by title on October 31, 2025.
Pastor Bias of- fered the following ordinance, who moved for its adoption.
ORDINANCE NUMBER 25-08
AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY, LOUISIANA TO AMEND AND RE-ENACT SECTION 126-45 TO PROVIDE FOR DRUG FREE ZONES.
SECTION 1
BE IT ORDAIN-ED by the Mayor and Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that Article II, Weeds, Grass, and Other Growth, Section 126-45, Drug Free Zones amended by adding thereto, the following paragraph.
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Sec. 126-45. Drugfree zones.
(a) In accordance with law, the following schools found within the corporate limits of the city at the addresses indicated are designated to be situated and located in a drugfree zone as defined in law:
(1) Morgan City High School, 2400 Hemlock Street.
(2) Immanuel Christian School, 901 Fig Street.
(3) Julia B. Maitland, 1907 Federal Avenue.
(4) Central Catholic Elementary & High School, 2100 Cedar Street.
(5) Holy Cross Elementary, 2100 Cedar Street.
(6) M. E. Norman Elementary, 900 Spruce Street.
(7) Morgan City Junior High, 911 Marguerite Street.
(8) M. D. Shannon Elementary, 409 Brashear Avenue.
(9) Wyandotte Elementary, 20 Glenwood Street.
(10) Young Memorial Vocational School, Youngs Road.
(11) Sacred Heart School, 318 Third Street.
(12) Jacquet Adult Education, Fig Street.
(b) In accordance with law, the following parks, playgrounds, recreational facilities or recreational areas found within the corporate limits of the city, at the addresses indicated, are designated to be situated and located in a drugfree zone as defined in law:
(1) Benny Spinella Ball Park, 1416 Federal Avenue.
(2) Norman Athletic Park, 915 Everett Street.
(3) Oak Street Basketball Court, 129 Oak Street.
(4) M. C. Recreation Complex, 700 East Boulevard.
(5) Brownell Homes, Highway 70 and Veterans Boulevard.
(6) Lawrence Park, 305 Everett Street.
(7) Greenwood Street Basketball Court, 609 Greenwood Street.
(8) Greenwood Street Park, 710 Greenwood Street.
(9) Hilda Loeb Norman Memorial Park, 1401 Justa Street.
(10) Willie Evans (Jacquet) Park, 110 Acorn Street
(11) Hamm’s Memorial Park, 530 Bowman Street
(12) Broussard Park,121 Third Street
(13) Trailhead Park, Roderick Street
(14) Shannon School Park, 409 Brashear
(15) Morgan City Wharf, 517 Front Street
(16) Morgan City Fisherman’s Wharf, Front Street
(17) Lake End Bark Park, LA 70
(18) Carillion Bell Tower, 3559 LA 70
(19) Joe Ruffin Homes Housing Project
(20) Jacquet Homes Housing Project
(21) Shannon Homes Housing Project
(c) The official drugfree zone map drawn in accordance with law and designating the specific boundaries of the drugfree zone for each area designated in subsections (a) and (b) of this section is filed of record with the clerk of the court as the official public document for drugfree zones in the city.
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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 or- dinance 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: Bias, Hutchinson, Do- mangue, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
Certified ap- proved and adopted this 18th day of November, 2025.
Delivered to Mayor Dragna at 8:30 AM, this 19th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington, Clerk
Approved this 19th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna, Mayor
Received from Mayor at 9:00 AM on November 19, 2025.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington, Clerk
Published: November 21, 2025
The public hearing was opened for the the amending of the Firearm Free Zone. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
This ordinance was introduced with first reading on October 28, 2025. Published by title on October 31, 2025.
Pastor Bias of- fered the following ordinance, who moved for its adoption.
ORDINANCE NUMBER 25-09
AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY, LOUISIANA TO AMEND AND RE- ENACT SECTION 126-46 TO PROVIDE FOR FIREARM FREE ZONES.
SECTION 1
BE IT ORDAIN-ED by the Mayor and Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that Article II, Weeds, Grass, and Other Growth, Section 126-46, Firearm Free Zones, be amended by adding thereto, the following paragraph.
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Sec. 126-46. Firearm free zones.
(a) In accordance with law, the following schools and school buses found within the corporate limits of the city at the addresses indicated are designated to be situated and located in a firearm-free zone as defined by law:
(1) Morgan City High School, 2400 Hemlock Street.
(2) Immanuel Christian School, 901 Fig Street.
(3) Julia B. Maitland, 1907 Federal Avenue.
(4) Central Catholic Elementary & High School, 2100 Cedar Street.
(5) Holy Cross Elementary, 2100 Cedar Street.
(6) M. E. Norman Elementary, 900 Spruce Street.
(7) Morgan City Junior High, 911 Marguerite Street.
(8) M. D. Shannon Elementary, 409 Brashear Avenue.
(9) Wyandotte Elementary, 20 Glenwood Street.
(10) Young Memorial Technical Institute, 900 Youngs Road.
(11) Sacred Heart School, 318 Third Street.
(12) E. F. Jacquet School, Fig Street and Acorn Street.
(13) All school buses.
(14) Willie Evans (Jacquet) Park, 110 Acorn Street
(15) Hamm’s Memorial Park, 530 Bowman Street
(16) Lawrence Park, 305 Everett Street
(17) Jimmy Johnson Memorial Park, 609 Greenwood Street
(18) Greenwood Street Park, 710 Greenwood Street
(19) Broussard Park, 121 Third Street
(20) Oak Street, 131 Oak Street
(21) Skate Park, 611 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
(22) Trailhead Park, Roderick Street
(23) Trailhead Basketball Court, Justa Street
(24) Spinella Park, 1416 Federal Avenue
(25) Norman Park, 915 Everett Street
(26) Complex Park, 611 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
(27) Cypress Park, 1800 Victor II
(28) Shannon School Ball Park, 409 Brashear Avenue
(29) Morgan City Wharf, 517 Front Street
(30) Morgan City Fisherman’s Wharf, Front Street
(31) Lake End Bark Park, LA 70
(32) Carillion Bell Tower, 3559 LA 70
(33) Brownell Homes Housing Project
(34) Joe Ruffin Homes Housing Project
(35) Jacquet Homes Housing Project
(36) Shannon Homes Housing Project
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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.
Mr. Hutchinson seconded the mo- tion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Bias, Hutchinson, Do- mangue, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
Certified ap- proved and adopted this 18th day of November, 2025.
Delivered to Mayor Dragna at 8:30 AM, this 19th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington, Clerk
Approved this 19th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna, Mayor
Received from Mayor at 9:00 AM on November 19, 2025.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington, Clerk
Published: November 21, 2025
Mayor Dragna said that Mrs. Garber had asked that the 2025 Budget Amendment be moved to the December meeting so that the numbers would be more accurate.
The public hearing was opened for the 2026 Budget Ordinance. No one appeared for or against said ordinance; whereupon,
This Ordinance introduced with first reading on October 28, 2025. Published by title on October 31, 2025.
Mrs. Leonard offered the following Ordinance, who moved for its adoption.
ORDINANCE NO. 25-10
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF MORGAN CITY, LOUISIANA ADOPTING AN OPERATING BUDGET OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2026, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026.
SECTION 1
BE IT ORDAIN-ED, by the City Council, the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, that:
Section 1
The attached de- tailed estimate of revenues as re- flected in the consolidated statement, the supporting line item budget, and other such fiscal exhibits and information as required by the Louisiana Local Government Budget Act are ready for approval and adoption to serve as the Budget of Revenues for the City for the Fiscal Year January 1 to December 31, 2026.
Section 2
The attached detailed statement of expenditures as reflected in the consolidated statement, the supporting line item budget and other such fiscal exhibits and information as re- quired by the Louisiana Local Government Budget Act are ready for approval and adoption to serve as the Budget of Expenditures for the City for Fiscal Year January 1 to December 31, 2026.
Section 3
The adoption of the Budget of Ex- penditures as re- flected in the attached line item budget containing account object of expendi¬ture classifications shall be declared to be the appropriation of the amounts set therein as established in each budget classifica¬tion by object of expenditure.
Section 4
The amounts appropriated for all accounts shall not exceed the amounts fixed therefor in the Budget of Expenditures, however, nothing contained in this section shall be construed to prohibit the governing authority from amending or making an appropriation to and for a contingent fund to be used in cases of emergency.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAIN-ED, etc., that the budget for fiscal year January 1 to December 31, 2026, as attached hereto and made a part hereof be and the same is hereby approved.
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 or- dinance 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: Leonard, Domangue, Bias, Hutchinson, Hy- mel
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
Certified ap- proved and adopted this 18th day of November, 2025.
Delivered to Mayor Dragna at 8:30 AM, this 19th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington, Clerk
Approved this 19th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna, Mayor
Received from Mayor at 9:00 AM on November 19, 2025.
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington, Clerk
Published: November 21, 2025
Mayor Dragna said the 2026 Class “A” and “B” Liquor License Re- newals were the next matter 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
CIRCLE K #4640, 7700 US-90
CIRCLE K #2706821, 6383 HIGHWAY 182 E
COU-YONS BAR LLC, 117 RAILROAD AVE
THE CROOKED CORNER, 1400 SECOND ST
LOUISIANA CVS PHARMACY, 6502 HIGHWAY 182
DAIQUIRIS & COMPANY, 7550 HIGHWAY 182
DON JOSE OF MORGAN CITY LLC, 605 MLK BLVD
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
HAMPTON INN, MORGAN CITY
KILPATRICK HOTELS #4, 6365 HIGHWAY 182 E
LAS BRISAS LLC, 7418 HIGHWAY 182
LINKS CAFÉ, 1118 VICTOR II BLVD
MAMA G’S, 7540 HIGHWAY 90
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 90
SAAS HOTELS LLC, 520 RODERICK ST
SPORTS BAR, 7419 HIGHWAY 182
STAZIONE DELI #2, 6602 HIGHWAY 90
SUSHIRO STEAK HOUSE, 6214 HIGHWAY 182
TABLE FIVE, 702 FIFTH ST
TAMPICO RESTAURANT & LOUNGE, 1025 VICTOR II BLVD
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
THE CIGARETTE STORE LLC, 7521 HWY 182
DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #1974, 818 BRASHEAR AVE
DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #23803, 7518 HIGHWAY 182 E
CHILE LOCO LLC, 1229 VICTOR BLVD
UNC’S PLACE, 7222 HWY 182 E
Chief Chad Adams said a hearing was scheduled for the December meeting regarding the revocation of the liquor license for Las Brisas, LLC. A motion to approve the renewals with the exception of Las Brisas, LLC was made by Mr. Hymel and seconded by Mrs. Leonard. The vote thereon was as follows: Yeas: Hymel, Leonard, Bias, Hutchinson, Nays: None, and Abstain: Domangue.
Mayor Dragna said that a resolution of respect needed to be passed for Clifford G. “Cliff” Dressel; whereupon,
Messrs. Bias, Domangue, Hutch- inson, Hymel, and Leonard offered the following Resolution, who moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. R: 25-65
IN MEMORIAM
CLIFFORD G. “CLIFF” DRESSEL
WHEREAS, God, in his infinite wisdom has taken Clifford G. “Cliff” Dressel from our midst; and
WHEREAS, Cliff began his remarkable public service career in 1965, with the St. Mary Parish Clerk of Court’s Office as a Deputy Clerk; and
WHEREAS, he was later appointed Chief Deputy Clerk in 1969, and was elected Clerk of Court in July 1984; and
WHEREAS, he was the longtime Clerk of Court for St. Mary Parish, having served a total of 59 years in office, and having been elected for 10 consecutive terms; and
WHEREAS, Cliff showed exceptional dedication, professionalism, and leadership in guiding his office; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure, Cliff earned the respect of his peers across Louisiana and was deeply honored to be the only Clerk of Court in Louisiana history to serve two terms as President of the Louisiana Clerks of Courts Association; and
WHEREAS, his life was defined by a steadfast commitment to integrity, public service, and compassion – values that have left a lasting im- pact on the countless lives he touched; and
WHEREAS, he leaves to cherish his wonderful memory his wife of 27 years, Renelle Robicheaux Dressel, his son David Dressel, his daughter, Gina Dressel Banks, his step-son, Dirk Doucet; and his eight grandchildren, Allision Dressel, David Dressel, Jr., Campbell Banks, Reid Banks, Garrett Banks, Carson Doucet, Peyton Doucet, and Am- bree Doucet; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of Morgan City wish to ac- knowledge publicly their sorrow and sympathy to the family of Clifford G. “Cliff” Dressel; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of Morgan City hope that his family will find comfort in the thought that their grief and sorrow are shared by their friends.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Morgan City, through the unanimous adoption of this resolution, that they solemnly deliberate with sincere condolences, sympathy, and understanding during this time of grief.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, etc., that this resolution be inscribed on a separate page of the official proceedings of this meeting; that a copy of this resolution be sent to his be- reaved family; and that this meeting adjourn out of respect for the late Clifford G. “Cliff” Dressel.
Messrs. Bias, Domangue, Hutch- inson, Hymel, and Leonard seconded the motion.
The vote thereon was as follows:
AYES: Bias, Do- mangue, Hutchinson, Hymel, Leonard
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
The resolution was therefore declared approved and adopted this 18th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington, Clerk
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna, Mayor
/s/ Debbie
Harrington
Debbie
Harrington, Clerk
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Recreation District No. 4 of the Parish of St. Mary
Minutes of
Meeting
October 15, 2025
Members Present: LaGenia Bradford, Vincent Byrd, William Miller, Terrance Johnson, Edward Austin
Members Ab- sent: None
Others Present: Barry Dufrene, Gabrielle Gil, Andrew Bienvenu, Jerry Boyles
Mrs. Bradford opened the regular meeting leading the Board in the pledge of allegiance.
The minutes of the regular meeting held on September 17, 2025, were reviewed. Mr. Miller made a motion to accept the minutes. Mr. Austin seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Mr. Dufrene presented and re- viewed the financial statements presented to the Board. A motion to accept the report was made by Mr. Austin and seconded by Mr. Johnson. The motion passed.
Mr. Miller made a motion to pay outstanding in- voices. Mr. Austin seconded the mo- tion. Mr. Miller, Mr. Austin, Mr. Johnson, and Mrs. Bradford voted yes. Mr. Byrd ab- stained. The mo- tion passed.
Mr. Boyles presented his report to the Board. He discussed possibly applying for capital outlay funds to make needed re- pairs on the gym floor.
Mr. Bienvenu gave a report on the recreation leagues. There will be a tournament for local flag football teams on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Registration for Biddy Basketball will begin soon.
Flag football season has begun. It has expanded since last year.
Upon a motion by Mr. Byrd and a second by Mr. Johnson, the Board agreed o transfer $7,500 from the league account to the general fund account to offset expenses incurred.
With there being no other business to discuss, a motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Byrd and seconded by Mr. Austin. The motion passed.
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LaGenia Bradford
Chairperson
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Gabrielle Gil
Secretary
Treasurer
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
The public is hereby notified that the proposed budget of the Sixteenth Judicial District Court for the year ending December 31, 2026 is available for in- spection at the District Judges’ offices during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Also, the public is hereby notified that a public hearing will be held on December 12, 2025 in the Judges’ Office of the Sixteenth Judicial District Court on the 2nd Floor of the Iberia Parish Courthouse Building in New Iberia, Louisiana at 8:30 a.m. The purpose of this hearing is to allow citizens to provide comments and opinions on the proposed budget of Sixteenth Judicial District Court funds for the year beginning January 1, 2026 and ending December 31, 2026.
Additionally, proposed amendments to the budget of the Sixteenth Judicial District Court funds for the year ending December 31, 2025, may be considered at the public hearing to be held December 12, 2025 in the Judges’ Office of the Sixteenth Judicial District Court on the 2nd Floor of the Iberia Parish Courthouse Building in New Iberia, Louisiana at 8:30 a.m.
Roger P. Hamilton, Jr.
Chief Judge
Sixteenth Judicial District Court
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF
BERWICK
PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
Date of Hearing: Wednesday December 3, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Place: Council Meeting Room
Berwick Town Hall
3225 Third St
A•G•E•N•D•A
Public Hearing:
Case #1; Application for Minor Subdivision by Beth Barron, to subdivide Tract B (formerly Tract “ABCDA Belonging to Carline Land Investments, LLC”), 30.688 acres into five (5) parcels (Tracts B-1 thru B-5). Tracts B-1 thru B-4 (total 15.508 acres) to be divided into (4) Lots each equaling 3.877 acres, and Tract B-5 to be 15.180 acres. All lots are currently and will remain zoned as R-1 Residential; Beth Barron – Applicant; High Tide Consultants, LLC (Henry Schwartz) Engineer. Site currently addressed as 540 Patti Dr, Parcel #3074364007.00, Section 24; Township 15; Range 12.
Persons requiring reasonable ac- commodation to attend the public hearing and meeting are requested to contact the Office of Director of Planning at (985) 384-8858 prior to the meeting to discuss their particular needs.
Adv. Nov. 21, 26 and 28, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the provisions of the Laws of the State of Louisiana for the purpose of satisfying the lien of the undersigned for charges incurred for storage of the property described below, notice is hereby given that such property will be sold at public auction by Hwy. 90 Mini Storage at its storage facilities at 7302 Hwy. 182 E., Morgan City, LA 70380 on Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 at 10:00 A.M.
The following includes a general description of the property and unit number:
Name, Des- cription, Unit
James Matthew Reynolds – sofa, coffee tables, furniture, totes, trophies, backpacks, misc, etc. Unit #139
James Matthew Reynolds – washer, dryer, table, bedroom furniture, chest of drawers, shelving units, games, misc, etc. Unit #140
The undersigned reserves the right to bid on the property. Sale subject to prior cancellation in the event that the storage fees are paid by the occupant prior to the sale. Reservations are re- quired, 985-384-3622 Thane G. Aucoin @ Hwy. 90 Mini Storage.
Adv. Nov. 21 and 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following entitled ordinance was introduced at a meeting of the St. Mary Parish Council, State of Louisiana (the “Parish Council”), on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, and laid over for publication of notice:
PROPOSED ORDINANCE
An Ordinance amending and re-enacting Ordinance No. 2379 adopting the 2025 Combined Budgets of Revenues and Expenditures for the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Council will meet on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at five-forty-five (5:45) o’clock p.m. at the Parish Council Room of the Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, at which time there will be a public hearing on the adoption of the aforesaid ordinance.
/s/ Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo
CHAIRPERSON OF THE COUNCIL
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
/s/ Lisa C. Morgan
CLERK OF THE COUNCIL
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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PUBLIC NOTICE
“NOTICE TO ESTABLISH A BRANCH”
In the matter of the establishment of a branch of M C Bank and Trust Company. Notice is hereby given that the M C Bank and Trust Company, whose Main Office and Office and domicile is located in Morgan City, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, has made application to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Louisiana Commissioner of Financial Institutions to establish a branch to be located at 5830 Main Street, Houma, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana.
Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or comments, in writing, with the Regional Director (DOS) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at its Dallas Regional Office at 600 North Pearl Street, Suite 700 Dallas, Texas 75201, not later than December 18, 2025. The nonconfidential portion of the application is on file in the regional office and is available for inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the nonconfidential portion of the application file will be made available upon request.
Any person wishing to comment on this application with the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions may file his or her comments, in writing, with the Commissioner of Financial Institutions, Post Office Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70804-9095. The Office of Financial Institutions is not required to consider any comments received more than 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. The Public Section of the application will be available at the Office of Financial Institutions for public inspection during the regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This notice is published pursuant to Part 303.7 of the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and LAC 10: I. Chapter 5 of the “Louisiana Register”.
M C Bank & Trust Company
(Name of Institution)
1201 Brashear Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380
(Address)
By: Christopher LeBato
(President, CEO)
Adv. Nov. 26, 2025
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