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Nurse practitioner joins Terrebonne General

Tue, 04/15/2025 - 9:27am

Terrebonne General Health System announced that Kate Baumann, a nurse practitioner, has joined the Terrebonne General internal medicine specialists team.
Baumann joins Dr. Fadi Abou-Issa and Nancy Faucheaux, NP, to manage common and complex medical conditions in adult patients, such as hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, immunologic disorders and more.
Baumann obtained both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and her Master of Science from Nicholls State University. She has 14 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, taking care of patients in specialized areas like critical care, emergency, and medical-surgical units.
The hospital said in a press release that Baumann is a compassionate advocate for patient care and wellness and looks forward to serving the patients at the Internal Medicine Specialists in Houma.
Terrebonne General Internal Medicine Specialists is located in the Terrebonne General Medical Atrium, 8120 Main St., Suite 301, Houma, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
To schedule an appointment, call 985-851-6653 or visit tghealthsystem.com.

DARNELL ANN GUIDRY LEGER

Tue, 04/15/2025 - 9:25am

Darnell Ann Guidry Leger, 69, a native of Franklin and resident of Berwick, died Friday, April 4, 2025.
She is survived by her husband, Clifton Leger; daughters, Stacy Kirkland, Corey Fryer and Connie Saez; son, Kody Leger; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sister, Barbara Leger; and brother, Destin Guidry.
She was preceded in death by her parents, son, granddaughter and sister.
Memorial visitation will be Thursday from 6 p.m. until services at 7 p.m. at Hargrave Funeral Home.
Hargrave Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

SANDRA GROGAN

Tue, 04/15/2025 - 9:24am

Sandra Grogan, 67, of Patterson, died Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Clarity Hospice of Baton Rouge.
Services were Saturday at the Patterson Civic Center with burial in New Salem Baptist Church Cemetery.
She is survived by daughter, Amber Grogan; mother, Hattie Wilson; sisters, Janet Taylor of Walls, Mississippi, Donnette Webber and Charlita Thomas, both of Patterson, and Derise Major of San Antonio, Texas; and brothers, Gene Grogan of Dallas, Ronald Thomas of Gonzales, Reginald Thomas of Houston and Ivory Wilson of Algiers.
She was preceded in death by her father, stepfather, maternal and paternal grandparents, two brothers and a sister.
Jones Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Administration moves to generate energy production in Gulf

Tue, 04/15/2025 - 9:21am
BETHANY BLANKLEY, The Center Square

Reversing Biden administration policies that halted offshore leasing, prompting lawsuits and restricting oil and natural gas development, the Trump administration is expanding offshore capabilities.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum directed the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management to hold the administration’s first offshore lease sales in the Gulf of America, with the first proposed notice of sale slated for June.
“By continuing to expand offshore capabilities, the United States ensures affordable energy for consumers, strengthens domestic industry and reinforces its role as an energy superpower,” the Interior Department says. “Opening the Outer Continental Shelf is central to this strategy as it unleashes domestic energy potential that had been blocked under the previous administration,” and is expected to generate tens of thousands of high-paying jobs throughout the industry.
The BOEM also released a new analysis stating that a significant increase of estimated oil and natural gas reserves exists in the Gulf of America Outer Continental Shelf. BOEM’s updated assessment evaluated more than 140 oil and natural gas fields, identifying 18 new discoveries, and analyzed more than 37,000 reservoirs across 1,336 fields in the Gulf.
It says there’s an “additional 1.3 billion barrels of oil equivalent since 2021, bringing the total reserve estimate to 7.04 billion barrels of oil equivalent. This includes 5.77 billion barrels of oil and 7.15 trillion cubic feet of natural gas – a 22.6% increase in remaining recoverable reserves.”
“This new data confirms what we’ve known all along – America is sitting on a treasure trove of energy, and under President Trump’s leadership, we’re unlocking it,” Burgum said. “The Gulf of America is a powerhouse, and by streamlining permitting and expanding access, we’re not just powering our economy – we’re strengthening our national security and putting thousands of Americans back to work.”
The comprehensive review added 4.39 billion barrels of oil equivalent in original reserves, BOEM found. “After subtracting production of 3.09 billion barrels of oil equivalent since 2020–2021, the net increase reflects continued opportunity and momentum in offshore development,” it says.
“The Gulf of America is delivering 14% of the nation’s oil,” BOEM Gulf of America Regional Director Dr. James Kendall said. “These updated estimates reaffirm the Gulf’s vital role in ensuring a reliable, affordable domestic energy supply.”
The BOEM oversees nearly 3.2 billion acres of the Outer Continental Shelf, with roughly 160 million acres located in the Gulf.
“Energy dominance is a pillar of U.S. economic strength and global leadership,” the Interior Department argues. “By expanding offshore capabilities, the United States ensures affordable energy for consumers, creates high-paying jobs, and reduces dependence on foreign adversaries. … Expanded leasing is projected to create tens of thousands of jobs across exploration, production, logistics and supply chains — revitalizing coastal economies and fueling American innovation.”
Shell Offshore Inc., a subsidiary of Shell plc, also announced it is beginning production at Dover, a second subsea tieback connecting new wells to existing infrastructure of its Appomattox production hub in the Gulf of America. Dover’s estimated peak production is 20,000 barrels of oil equivalent a day, it says.
Shell is the leading deep-water operator in the Gulf of America; Dover was discovered under the first Trump administration in 2018.
It’s located in Mississippi Canyon, roughly 170 miles offshore southeast of New Orleans.
Shell estimates that Dover will “contain 44.5 million barrels of oil equivalent recoverable resources, adding stable, secure energy resources.”
Outer Continental Shelf oil and gas activities have generated billions of dollars in revenue from lease sales, rental fees and royalties to the federal government and states, helping to fund infrastructure, education and public services and wildlife conservation. 
They also help strengthen U.S. energy independence, national security and global stability, by reducing reliance on foreign producers, the Trump administration argues.
Offshore production in the Gulf of America accounts for the third greatest volume in the country, of nearly 1.8 million barrels of oil per day, according to Energy Information Agency data from January. The greatest volume is produced in the Permian Basin in west Texas, which leads the U.S. in oil and natural gas production, The Center Square reported.

Murrill says former U.S. AG wrong about coast suits

Tue, 04/15/2025 - 9:19am
STEVE WILSON, The Center Square

Former U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr sent a letter to Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, warning that the state might face repercussions from a recent executive order by President Donald Trump involving coastal litigation against oil and gas companies.
Murrill didn’t hold back in her response to Barr, whom she said she has “great respect.” Both she and her predecessor, Gov. Jeff Landry, have been supportive of the litigation against the oil and gas companies. 
The letter sent on Wednesday was in response to a $744 million verdict on April 4 against Chevron from a Plaquemines Parish jury for its role in the degradation of the state’s vital wetlands. 
“He (Barr) is unfortunately wrong about the facts and the law,” Murrill said in a statement. “Louisiana is and will continue to be a leading energy producer for the nation. I have encouraged our elected leaders to pursue energy production solutions and likewise to adopt a sensible, predictable enforcement regime. Chevron and its predecessor Texaco, like other oil and gas companies, was grandfathered into the permitting regime established in the early ‘80s unless its prior actions were illegal and continued after 1980.
“The facts at trial showed Chevron’s predecessor Texaco illegally dumped 100 million gallons of contaminated water into the marsh and continued to do so after 1980, while also being paid by other companies to inject their wastewater into Chevron/Texaco’s saltwater disposal wells. So it knew the law, but chose profits over environmental compliance.”
The order was issued on Tuesday and gives U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi the ability to file lawsuits against state laws that are unconstitutional or preempted by federal law and could burden exploration, production or use of domestic energy resources. Priority would be given to laws addressing climate change, environmental justice, environmental, social, and governance, carbon or greenhouse emissions. 
Barr wrote the letter representing the American Free Enterprise Chamber of Commerce, the American Energy Institute, the United Slates Energy Association and First Principles.
“We are concerned Louisiana is in the process of doing just this by its acquiescence to the wave of 43 lawsuits devised by prominent plaintiffs’ lawyers against American oil and gas companies on behalf of Louisiana’s coastal parishes,” Barr wrote in his letter. “These cases all claim that the oil and gas production activities of these companies over the past 80 years are responsible for Louisiana’s coastal land loss and erosion.”
Barr encouraged Murrill and other state officials to instead hold the federal government to blame over their policies concerning the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and its levee system.
Echoing similar arguments from the oil and gas companies, Barr says while the Corps’ efforts on the river are vital for flood control and navigation, the levees prevent river sediment from being deposited into the Mississippi River Delta. 
“Given this history, plaintiffs’ attempt to extract many billions more from America’s oil and gas companies on the theory that they are responsible for the coastal erosion seems flatly incompatible with the position previously taken by the state in attributing that erosion to federal action while obtaining federal funds to address coastal damage,” Barr wrote.
Murrill defended the jury and said she’ll ensure that “industry complies with our laws.”
“The jury carefully examined the evidence and only held Chevron responsible for its share of fault,” Murrill said. “I will continue to be a champion of this energy sector, which contributes greatly to American energy independence and security.”

St. Mary Excel reports on 1Q activities

Tue, 04/15/2025 - 9:17am

St. Mary Excel continues to implement recommendations of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) panel, Morgan City and Berwick Louisiana: Building the Foundation for a New Economy Along the Atchafalaya River. See https://2os2f877tnl1dvtmc3wy0aq1-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uplo...
St Mary
Excel (SME):
Supported St. Mary Chamber of Commerce, SeaGrant, and LSU Ag Center in hosting a local meeting on roof fortification for contractors, realtors, and the public.
Hosted a Community Update meeting on March 19, 2025. The agenda included presentations by leaders of the: Hospital Service District #2; St. Mary Parish Chamber; St. Mary Parish Levee District; Louisiana University Marine Consortium; Morgan City Main Street; Berwick Downtown District; and St. Mary Excel. Evan Boudreaux, St. Mary Parish Economic Development Director facilitated the meeting and KQKI 95.3 broadcast the meeting. You can watch the meeting here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVHcGnQuOdQ&t=6s
Worked with the Water Institute and facilitated meetings with key stakeholders for resilience planning. Stakeholders include: St. Mary Parish Government, St. Mary Levee District, City of Morgan City, Town of Berwick, City of Patterson, LA Governor’s Office, CPRA, Port of Morgan City, CTAC, USACE, USCG, Cajun Coast Visitors and Convention Bureau, Industry/Business Leaders and University Partners (LSU, Nicholls, SoLACC, Tulane, and ULL)
The outcome of the planning work is expected in late summer.
Received a letter of support in advocacy and internships from CPRA board chairman Gordy Dove and executive director Glenn Ledet and made an industrial appeal in support for a coastal studies residential high school similar to the school in Natchitoches, LA. State Senator Robert Allain’s office has remained updated on the outreach.
Noted infrastructure upgrades that support bike/hiking trail grants connecting Lakeside subdivision through the Cajun Coast and Auburn subdivisions to Brashear Avenue and continue to track progress of the state for: 1) placing pedestrian head crossings on three intersections identified as dangerous (Brashear/Federal; Hwy 182 Myrtle; and Hwy 182/Roderick), 2) and placing trails from downtown Morgan City to South Louisiana Community College.
Explored opportunities for exercise stations along the Bike Morgan City trail.

Morgan City police radio logs for April 10-14

Mon, 04/14/2025 - 1:58pm

The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605.
Thursday, April 10
6:08 a.m. U.S. 90 West/Martin Luther King Ramp; Vehicle accident.
7:31 a.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Disturbance.
8:02 a.m. 500 block of Bowman Street; Complaint.
9:12 a.m. 800 block of Youngs Road; Death.
11:45 a.m. 100 block of Headland Street; Assistance.
11:57 a.m. 100 block of Eleventh Street; Complaint.
11:58 a.m. 100 block of Brownell Street; Animal complaint.
12:45 p.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Narco violation.
12:56 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Intel.
1:38 p.m. 1300 block of Victor II Boulevard; 911 hang up.
2:21 p.m. 1000 block of Grace Street; Juvenile problem.
2:47 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
2:54 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
2:59 p.m. 800 block of North Everett Street; Medical.
3:29 p.m. 900 block of Pine Street; Animal complaint.
4:07 p.m. U.S. 90 East/Federal Avenue Exit; Vehicle accident.
5 p.m. Railroad Avenue/First Street; Assistance.
5:02 p.m. Brashear Avenue/Sixth Street; Stalled vehicle.
6:31 p.m. 600 block of General McArthur Street; Medical.
7:31 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Warrants.
8:12 p.m. 800 block of Ditch Avenue; Complaint.
8:55 p.m. 900 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Complaint.
8:59 p.m. U.S. 90 ; Stalled vehicle.
9:04 p.m. La. 182; Complaint.
9:10 p.m. 7400 block of La. 182; Complaint.
10:16 p.m. Allison Street; Suspicious person/vehicle.
Friday, April 11
12:25 a.m. David Drive; Complaint.
5:58 a.m. 2900 block of Railroad Avenue; Subject removal.
6:51 a.m. 7500 block of La. 182; Assistance.
7:07 a.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Medical.
7:18 a.m. 7000 block of La. 182; Medical.
7:43 a.m. 6300 block of La. 182; Medical.
8:42 a.m. 700 block of Greenwood Street; Alarm.
9:04 a.m. 1100 block of Chestnut Drive; Animal complaint.
9:15 a.m. 900 block of Chennault Street; Complaint.
10:21 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Criminal damage.
10:46 a.m. 3000 block of Keith Street; Disturbance.
11:06 a.m. 1800 block of Filmore Street; Animal complaint.
11:26 a.m. 900 block of Federal Avenue; Complaint.
11:35 a.m. 100 block of Headland Street; Medical.
11:39 a.m. 900 block of Poplar Street; Welfare check.
11:45 a.m. 900 block of Clothilde Street; Open door.
12:15 p.m. 300 block of Oriole Street; Medical.
1:07 p.m. 100 block of St. Clair Street; Animal complaint.
1:55 p.m. 7100 block of Park Road; Animal complaint.
3:01 p.m. Hickory/Sixth streets; Animal complaint.
4:08 p.m. 400 block of Louisa Street; Stand by.
4:26 p.m. 100 block of Eleventh Street; Disturbance.
4:31 p.m. 1000 block of La. 182; Disturbance.
6:32 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
6:37 p.m. Railroad Avenue/Third Street; Arrest.
6:45 p.m. 1400 block of Filmore Street; Animal complaint.
7:00 p.m. Pecan/Fig streets; Animal complaint.
7:23 p.m. Front/Freret streets; Lost and found.
7:34 p.m. 6700 block of La. 182; Fire.
8:43 p.m. 600 block of First Street; Suspicious subject.
10:03 p.m. 300 block of Mallard Street; Theft.
11:08 p.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Suspicious subject.
Saturday, April 12
12:45 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Medical.
12:18 a.m. 700 block of Justa Street; Medical.
11:16 a.m. Martin Luther King Boulevard; Welfare check.
11:54 a.m. 700 block of Federal Avenue; Medical.
11:56 a.m. 300 block of Terrebonne Street; Complaint.
12:06 p.m. 7100 block of Park Road; Suspicious person.
5:08 p.m. 600 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Welfare check.
5:09 p.m. 500 block of Brashear Avenue; Alarm.
5:18 p.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Animal complaint.
5:58 p.m. 600 block of Louisa Street; Animal complaint.
6:27 p.m. 1300 block of Victor II Boulevard; 911 hang up.
6:39 p.m. 700 block of Louisa Street; Complaint.
7:41 p.m. 3000 block of Helen Drive; Medical.
8:12 p.m. U.S. 90; Crash.
8:28 p.m. 200 block of Chennault Street; Loud music.
9:20 p.m. Glenwood Street; Patrol.
9:24 p.m. 500 block of Arkansas Street; Complaint.
9:34 p.m. 300 block of Egle Street; Two arrests.
10:04 p.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Medical.
10:07 p.m. 1400 block of Federal Avenue; Complaint.
11:23 p.m. 2300 block of La. 70; Disturbance.
11:26 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Assistance.
Sunday, April 13
2:03 a.m. 1800 block of Maple Street; Loud music.
2:28 a.m. 300 block of Egle Street; Warrant.
2:56 a.m. 7400 block of La. 182; Welfare concern.
3:07 a.m. 300 block of Louisa Street; Alarm.
3:09 a.m. 600 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Alarm.
3:18 a.m. 6300 block of La. 182; Assistance.
7:56 a.m. 2300 block of La. 70; Alarm.
8:36 a.m. U.S. 90 West; Stalled vehicle.
8:57 a.m. 500 block of Federal Avenue; Complaint.
9:54 a.m. 1200 block of Victor II Boulevard; Subject removal.
10:26 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Telephone harassment.
11:28 a.m. 3200 block of Karen Drive; Animal complaint.
12:13 p.m. Youngs Road/Woodland Street; Lost and found.
12:26 p.m. 200 block of First Street; Assistance.
12:53 p.m. 200 block of Patton Street; Medical.
12:55 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
1:39 p.m. 6600 block of La. 182; Suspicious vehicle.
3:24 p.m. 300 block of Mallard Street; Medical.
7:18 p.m. 100 block of Glenwood Street; Disturbance.
9:34 p.m. 2300 block of La. 70; Animal complaint.
10:01 p.m. Inglewood Mall; Suspicious person/vehicle.
11:55 p.m. Front Street; Hit and run.
Monday, April 14
12:55 a.m. La. 182/Ditch Avenue; Vehicle accident.

Seven drug arrests reported by MCPD

Mon, 04/14/2025 - 1:24pm
Staff Report

(Editor’s note: The charges listed here and the narratives that go with them are provided by the police agencies that made the arrests. Guilt or innocence has not been determined in court.)

Morgan City police reported seven arrests on drug charges over the week, mainly on charges of possession of marijuana under 14 grams. But two of the arrests were on methamphetamine charges.

Morgan City

Chief Chad M. Adams reported these arrest:
--Sarah Bran, 39, Hogan Street, Berwick, was arrested 6:10 p.m. April 9 on charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana (first offense), possession of drug paraphernalia, signals required and driving under suspension.

--Demetrius Green, 33, Arkansas Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 7:40 p.m. April on a charge of possession of marijuana (first offense). (Released on summons.)

--Nicholas Pederson, 25, Dale Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 8:24 p.m. Sunday on a charge of possession of marijuana (first offense). (Released on summons.)

--India Richardson, 23, Robin Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 9:25 p.m. Sunday on a charge of possession of marijuana (first offense) and improper lane usage. (Released on summons.)

--Tyonna Walker, 21, Wren Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 9:31 p.m. Sunday on a charge of possession of marijuana (first offense). (Released on summons.)

--Shantell Hotard, 39, Railroad Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 10:10 p.m. Sunday on charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana (first offense), possession of synthetic marijuana and lights required on bicycle.

--Brian Damian, 21, Chirpys Lane, Morgan City, was arrested at 11:51 p.m. Sunday on charges of possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and light required.

--Alyssa Ashmore, 35, Federal Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 11:27 a.m. Friday on charges of improper registration of a motor vehicle and driving under suspension.

--Isaias Mondragon, 37, Hickory Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 5 p.m. Friday on a charge of keeping dangerous or vicious dog. (Released on summons).

--Shaunda Billiot, 54, Bloom Boulevard, Berwick, was arrested at 5:16 p.m. Friday on charges of criminal trespass, disturbing the peace and simple assault.

--Thomas Thompson, 51, First Street, Berwick, was arrested on 6:36 p.m. Friday on a charge of failure to appear for imposition hearing (6th Ward Morgan City).

--Dane Farrington, 42, Keith Street, Morgan City, was arrested 5:24 p.m. Saturday on a charge of disturbing the peace (intoxicated).

--Michele Leblanc-Stewart, 50, Egle Street, Morgan City, was arrested 9:44 p.m. Saturday on a charge of disturbing the peace (intoxicated).

--Danielle Boutte, 39, Egle Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 9:44 p.m. Saturday on charges of battery on an officer and disturbing the peace (intoxicated).

--Anthony Davis, 55, Sidney Street, New Orleans, was arrested at 1:18 p.m. Sunday on a charge of disturbing the peace.

--Michael Sanchez, 17, Chennault Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 7:31 a.m. Thursday on a charge of disturbing the peace.

--Barbara Murray, 48, Brownell Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 12:30 p.m. Thursday on a charge of allowing dogs to roam. (Released on summons).

--Leanna Steele, 37, Shannon Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 7:32 p.m. Thursday on a charge of simple burglary.

--Tamika Verdun 44, Southeast 339th Street, Federal Way, Washington, was arrested at 12:26 p.m. April 8 on charges of remaining where forbidden and misrepresentation during booking.

--Robert Watkins, 45, Gray, was arrested at 1:21 p.m. April 9 on two counts of failure to appear to pay fines (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

--Corey Tarver, 47, Maine Street, Patterson, was arrested at 1:33 p.m. April 9 as a fugitive (16th Judicial District Court).

--Gary Vining, 56, Venus Street, Bayou Vista, was arrested at 3:09 p.m. April 9 on a charge of violation of a protective order.

--John Cain, 72, Belanger Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 10:10 p.m. April 9 on a charge of obstruction of roadway. (Released on summons).

Franklin

Chief Cedric Handy reported these arrests:

--Stanley Butler Jr., 46, Mitchell Street, Franklin, was arrested at 9:01 p.m. Friday on a warrant for 16th Judicial District Court alleging failure to appear on the charge of criminal neglect of family. Butler was booked, processed and released on a $152.46 bond.

--Olivia Poole, 18, Causey Lane, Patterson, was arrested at 12:40 a.m. Sunday on charges of speeding and careless operation. Poole was booked, processed and released on an $811 bond.

Morgan City police radio logs for April 8-9

Fri, 04/11/2025 - 9:04am

The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605.
Tuesday, April 8
7:09 a.m. 100 block of Glenwood Street; Animal complaint.
8:19 a.m. 900 block of Youngs Road; Assistance.
9:01 a.m. La. 70; Complaint.
9:22 a.m. 900 block of Federal Avenue; Warrant.
11:51 a.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Complaint.
12:04 p.m. 7400 block of La. 182; Subject removal.
12:11 p.m. 6700 block of La. 182; Theft.
12:16 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
12:21 p.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Fire.
2:02 p.m. 1500 block of North Third Street; Animal complaint.
2:43 p.m. 1100 block of Brashear Avenue; Search warrant.
2:47 p.m. 300 block of Garber Street; Complaint.
2:49 p.m. 800 block of Alabama Street; Medical.
3:11 p.m. 6000 block of Railroad Avenue; Theft.
3:38 p.m. 2600 block of Sixth Street; Stand by.
3:41 p.m. 300 block of Mallard Street; Complaint.
5:25 p.m. 500 block of Barrow Street; Assistance.
6:23 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
6:36 p.m. Louisa Street/Federal Avenue; Complaint.
7:50 p.m. St. Clair Street; Animal complaint.
8:04 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Warrants.
8:19 p.m. 700 block of Louisa Street; Complaint.
8:47 p.m. 900 block of Ninth Street; Fire.
9:59 p.m. 6600 block of La. 182; Complaint.
Wednesday, April 9
1 a.m. 900 block of Spruce Street; Medical.
2:47 a.m. 300 block of Egle Street; Disturbance.
3:33 a.m. 500 block of Bush Street; Complaint.
9:18 a.m. 300 block of Mallard Street; Remove subject.
9:57 a.m. 200 block of Brashear Avenue; Animal complaint.
10:09 a.m. Victor II Boulevard/Cottonwood Street; Stalled vehicle.
10:37 a.m. 3000 block of Mark Drive; Animal complaint.
10:47 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Warrant.
11:06 a.m. 100 block of Roderick Street; Theft.
12:54 p.m. Garber Street/Federal Avenue; Animal complaint.
2:40 p.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Complaint.
3:42 p.m. 2000 Sixth Street; Medical.
4:10 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Theft.
4:21 p.m. 500 block of Freret Street; Civil matter.
4:33 p.m. 1100 block of Front Street; Patrol request.
4:41 p.m. 3000 block of Catherine Street; Medical.
5:10 p.m. 1100 block of Dora Street; Medical.
5:54 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
7:23 p.m. Second/Ann streets; Fight.
8:42 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
8:52 p.m. 600 block of Kentucky Street; Medical.
9:12 p.m. 7300 block of La. 182; Fight.
10:44 p.m. 1100 block of Siracusa Road; Assistance.
5:46 p.m. La. 182; Stalled vehicle.

Public notices for April 11, 2025

Fri, 04/11/2025 - 6:00am

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
MARCH 5, 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, March 5, 2025 at 6:00 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, Angelena Brocato, William McCarty and Thane Aucoin
Donald Stephens arrived after Roll Call
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. Aucoin and unanimously carried, the Board approved and signed the Minutes of February 5, 2025.
Dr. Cefalu open-ed the floor for Guest/public comments. Raymond Pisani with Respiratory Therapy at Ochsner St. Mary (OSM), Dr. Larry Nelson, Mrs. Lea Hebert, a member of the Hospital Governing Board, St. Mary Parish Council Member at Large District 11 Dean Adams and Bill Decker with the Daily Review were present. Attorney Bourgeois advised that the Guest from South Louisiana Community College will be re- scheduled for the April meeting.
Dr. Cefalu called for the Financial Report and the approval of payables. Mrs. Cheramie presented the Financial Report for the period ending January 31, 2025. Upon motion of Mr. McCarty, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board ap- proved the financials/payables as presented.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on a Resolution of Appreciation and Gratitude for Mrs. Kendra H. Thomas. After a brief discussion, upon motion of Mr. Aucoin, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried, the following Resolution was adopted by the Board, to-wit:
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION AND
GRATITUDE
WHEREAS Mrs. Kendra Hebert- Thomas served as member of the Board of Commissioners for Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary since being appointed in September 2020, and
WHEREAS Mrs. Kendra Hebert- Thomas served faithfully, diligently, and loyally as a devoted and contributing Commissioner of this public body for over four (4) years, serving as its Vice-Chair since January of 2021, and
WHEREAS Mrs. Kendra Hebert- Thomas has decided to relocate from our community, necessitating her resignation from role as a Commissioner, and
WHEREAS the members of the Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary wish to acknowledge publicly their appreciation and gratitude for Mrs. Kendra Hebert-Thomas’ devotion and service to the District and community.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RE- SOLVED, by the Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary “District”, through the unanimous adoption of this resolution, that the Board of Commissioners, and on behalf of the citizens of the District, does hereby tender to Mrs. Kendra Hebert- Thomas, its congratulations on her new relocation and position, its appreciation and gratitude for her valuable service and its well wishes in all future endeavors.
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Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on Community Outreach. Mrs. Jennifer Wise, Chief Nursing Officer and CEO of OSM gave a brief update on the past and current/future events/activities scheduled for community outreach. Mr. Stephens arrived.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on FEMA Reimbursement/Capital Outlay Request process. Attorney Bourgeois advised that Ochsner opted to do the Phase #1 Option of the re- pairs to the building and will totally fund said project. He stated that Ochsner will solely apply for FEMA Reimbursement and that the HSD #2 request for FEMA Reimbursement has been withdrawn. Further discussions were held as to these matters. Attorney Bourgeois stated that the Capital Outlay Request process will continue and will be a long term goal.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on OSM architectural, en- gineering and front entrance overhang assessments. Attorney Bourgeois gave the Board an update on these matters. He stated that Grace Hebert will proceed with the annual Architectural Assessment and give an updated spreadsheet prioritizing the necessary repairs and provide the actual costs of the Phase II Option. With regards to the “overhang,” he advised that a detailed engineering assessment had been provided. He gave the recommendations of Grace Hebert and stated that a proposal for the said repairs will be forthcoming. Discussions were held as to any danger concerns regarding the overhang. Mrs. Wise updated the Board on the status of Phase 1 (sealing the building and caulking the windows). She stated that Ochsner will obtain at least three (3) bids even though they do not have to abide by the public bid law and the reasons thereof. A brief discussion was held regarding OSM totally paying for Phase 1 and the reasons thereof (time re- straints before hurricane season). Discussions were held as to the in- stallation of a new HVAC system, to which Attorney Bourgeois stated that once the Architectural Re- port is received, the building is sealed/insulated and a study of air leakage is performed, further discussions/decisions would be held regarding this matter.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on medical, nursing and allied health scholarship policies and procedures. Attorney Bourgeois re- viewed the drafts/forms of the HSD #2 Scholarship Guidelines, Applications, etc contained in the meeting packets. He requested that the Board Members review and return to April’s meeting with questions/concerns regarding the Application forms/process. Discussions were also held regarding the needs of the hospital regarding staffing in radiology, possible summer nurse techs and medical apprentice programs, with the ultimate goal be- ing local persons/students remaining and working in the parish at OSM. Attorney Bourgeois discussed the growing shortfall of physicians, predominately in rural areas. Further discussions were held as to these matters.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on Boards and Commission training. Attorney Bourgeois discussed with Board the documents in their meeting packets regarding Ethics Training, Sexual Harassment Prevention and legal guidance for parish Board/Commissioners.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on changing meeting times from 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 noon. A brief discussion was held regarding the work/life balance and the huge sacrifice made by various Board Members during the evening hours, especially during the promotion of the tax initiative. Attorney Bourgeois stated that he had cleared/discussed this matter with the Parish Government and the District Attorney’s Office and no one had any objections. Further discussions were held as to the changing of the Board Meeting time and the reasons thereof. On motion of Mrs. Cheramie, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board voted to change the meeting time from 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 Noon beginning with the April meeting. The meeting location and dates will remain the same.
At this time Dr. Cefalu gave his Chairman’s Re- port. He stated that Mrs. Wise did a great job giving an update on the building repairs and that things are moving well. He also gave Ochsner a big thank you from the Board for the expenditures being made to prepare the building before the hurricane season.
On motion of Mr. Stephens, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried, the Board retired into Executive Session to discuss strategic planning pursuant to LA R.S. 46:1071, et. seq.
Upon resuming from Executive Session, on motion of Mr. Aucoin, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board authorized Attorney Bourgeois to proceed with the matter as discussed in Executive Session. With no other business to come before the Board, motion of Mr. Stephens, second by Mr. McCarty 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
St. Mary Parish Wards 5 & 8 Joint Sewer Commission
P. O. Box 181
Berwick, La 70342
MINUTES
March 3, 2025
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Cooper at 6:00 PM.
Mr. Cooper ask-ed if anyone had a public comment. No comments made.
Present: Karen Sehon, Tim Kyle, Michael Stewart, Marcey Carmouche, Calvin Sanders Sr., Matthew Kidder, Pam, and Larry Fromenthal (Fromenthal Plumbing), Hannah Orgeron (Providence Engineering), and Chris Cooper. Absent - Brandon Monceaux.
The board went over the minutes of the previous month’s meeting. Mr. Stewart moved to disburse the reading of the minutes and accept. Mr. Kyle seconded the motion. All in favor – I.
The board then went over the treasurer’s report. Mr. Kidder motioned to approve the treasurer’s report and sign checks if all are in order. Mr. Stewart seconded the motion. All in favor – I.
Mrs. Orgeron, with Providence Engineering, in reference to the 2024 MWPP, needs to be filed. Last week she had a plant visit for the Risk Plan that is due in May. They will need to revisit the plant before May. The plant level is 2. She has reviewed the Emergency Re- sponse Plan. She will need to email Lisa regarding the St. Mary Parish Response Plan. The 2024 Tier II report was re- ceived today. She will email copies to be filed at the plant. There will be changes to be made. She will return after public comments on the changes to go over more. Mr. Kyle motioned to accept and sign the resolution for the 2024 MWPP. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion. All in favor – I. Nae-0. It was given to Mrs. Sehon to be signed and submitted.
Mr. Sanders re- ported on the monthly maintenance. Robicheaux has installed a couple of backwater preventors on the list. There are a couple more stations to be in- stalled. There were five pumps sent to Quality Diesel to be in- spected and re- paired. Those are ready to pick up. He will drop off two of them to Power Specialties to be looked over/inspected. There are two more at the plant to bring to Power Specialties once the current ones are completed. A 10” pump is on order for Teche and Middle St. station. The board approved to get a spare pump to have on hand. (1 of 10”, 1 of 4”, and 1 of 8”). DEQ in- spection went well. The water sampler needs to be up- graded. They will send the specs to Hannah. They are currently working on the punch list. The doors have been replaced at Station 10 (Taft St). Mr. Cooper suggested removing the probationary period from the January meeting. All employees are working well and completing items of repair etc. He rescinds the probationary period.
Old/New business – There was a quote for a utility trailer to purchase, this one is more user friendly. There were 3 price quotes, $9100, $8700, & $7171. Mr. Kyle motioned to approve the purchase price of the place in Schriever. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion. All in favor – I.
The plant generator needs attention for repair or replacement. To rebuild the current one would be ap- proximately $48,000. M&L has a new one at the end of May for $33,648. The only one located was in Houston. Mr. Cooper recommended getting a new one for the plant from M&L Industries. An auto start will need to be added. Mr. Kyle motioned to approve the purchase of the generator from M&L. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion.
Regarding aerators, there is a good deal of them broken and a couple is missing. Environmental Equipment builds several types. They are more efficient than the ones we have. Mr. Murtada went to the plant and spoke with Mr. Carmouche to get the specs to get more information. This will be to get some to replace and some to have on hand. They will get some pricing together and get back to us. There are some gear boxes in the shop to be repaired. Mr. Cooper said to get each board member a list of the aerators so they can look at them online. They are American made and take approximately 8 months for delivery time. They used to sell the brand of aerators we currently have.
The tree clean up job received 4 quotes. One of the quotes recommended removing extra trees without extra expense. The quotes were received from L N L, Sam’s, Southern Wood Works, and Interstate Tree Service LLC. The best price is the best price. Mr. Cooper asked the board for comments. Mr. Kidder motioned to approve and proceed with L N L quote. Mr. Stewart seconded the motion.
Mrs. Sehon gave a reminder of Annual Ethics and Sexual Harassment training be- ing due. The sooner the better. Once each board member completes, they need to get Mrs. Sehon a copy to have on file.
The board would like to welcome Mr. Kidder.
The parish has a re-entry pass available if anyone is interested in obtaining one.
Next meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2024.
Having no further business, Mr. Kyle has motioned to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion.
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Chairperson
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Secretary/
Treasurer
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PUBLIC NOTICE
SECTION A
INVITATION TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids for the equipment procurement of the following project will be received by St. Mary Levee District at their office located at 7327 Hwy 182 E, Morgan City, LA 70380 until Monday, April 28, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the media room on the first floor at their office.
PROJECT NAME: Pump Station No. 4 Equipment Procurement, Delivery & Testing Package
LOCATED IN: St. Mary Parish, Louisiana
CONTRACTING AGENCY: St. Mary Levee District
7327 Hwy 182 E
Morgan City, LA 70380
PROPOSAL GUARANTY: 5% of the Amount of Bid
Payable to St. Mary Levee District
ENGINEER: GIS Engineering, LLC
Coastal Design & Infrastructure Division
197 Elysian Drive
Houma LA, 70363
Phone: (985) 219-1000
Contact: Ann Schouest
Email: bidquestions@gisy.com
SCOPE OF WORK: The scope of work for this procurement package is to furnish all the equipment necessary to refurbish pump station number 4 for the St. Mary Levee District. This equipment in- cludes, but is not limited to, all necessary pumps, motors, right angle gear drives, and all appurtenances required to refurbish pumps number one, two, three, four and five as further detailed in the enclosed technical specifications.
Bid forms are available from the Engineer and will not be issued later than 24 hours prior to the time set for opening the bids. Each bid shall include a proposal guaranty in an amount not less than specified above.
The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder without discrimination on grounds of race, color, sex or national origin. Disadvantaged businesses will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids.
Plans and specifications may be seen at the Engineer’s office. Plans may be obtained from the Engineer upon payment of $75.00. In accordance with R.S. 38:2212 (D), deposits on the first set of documents furnished bona fide prime bidders will be fully refunded upon return of the documents, deposits on any additional sets will be refunded less the actual costs of reproduction. Refunds will be made upon return of the documents if within ten days after receipt of bids.
Bid documents are also posted on https://www.centralauctionhouse.com/Category/10279/StMaryLeveeDistrict. To view these, download, and receive bid notices by e-mail, you must register with Central Auction House (CAH). Vendors/Contractors have the option to submit their bids electronically or by paper copy. For information about the electronic submittal process, contact Central Auction House at 225-810-4814.
A Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. at the St. Mary Levee District Office, located at 7327 Hwy 182 E, Morgan City, LA. Site inspection trips for perspective Bidders are to be arranged through the office of the Engineer.
The award of a contract, if awarded, will be made to the lowest qualified bidder whose proposal complies with all requirements prescribed within 45 calendar days after opening proposals. However, when the contract is to be financed by bonds which are required to be sold after receipts of bids, or when the contract is to be financed in whole or part by federal or other funds not available at the time bids are received, the time will not start until receipt of federal and/or state concurrence or concurrence of the other funding source. Award will be within 30 calendar days after the sale of bonds or receipt of concurrence in award from federal and/or state agency or other funding source. The successful bidder will be notified by letter mailed to the address shown in the proposal that the bidder is awarded the contract.
On projects in- volving State funds the award of contract will also be contingent upon concurrence by the appropriate State agency, the Coastal Protection and Restoration Auth- ority (CPRA).
The right is reserved to reject bids and waive formalities.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice Posted: Friday, January 31, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
SMP FIRE
PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 7
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
MEETING
A public meeting will be held as follows:
DATE: Tuesday, February 4, 2025
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
PLACE OF MEETING: VOLUNTEER BAYOU VISTA FIRE DEPARTMENT
1519 HWY. 182 EAST, BAYOU VISTA, LA
AGENDA:
Call to Order
Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes: Janurary 3, 2025
Public Comment
Treasurer’s Re- port
Report from Chief
Old Business:
1. Hiring of full time Fire Chief
2. Hiring of one full time fire fighter
New Business:
None
Adjournment
Andros A. Williams,
President
(Name and Position of Authorized Person)
St. Mary Parish Fire Protection No. 7
(Name of Taxing District)
1519 Hwy. 182 East, Bayou Vista, LA 70380
(Address)
985-519-4680
(Telephone Number)
In accordance with Act 393 of 2023 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Andros A. Williams, President at 985-519-4680, describing the assistance that is necessary.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on MONDAY, May 5, 2025, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
Jennifer Perez for a Front Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 15 ft to 5 ft in an Existing Neighborhood (EN2) zoned district located at 1404 James Street, Morgan City, LA - Sec. 8 T16SR13E; - Parcel Id# 3374321068.00 - Lot 2 Siracusa Subd Sq 8 Acq 46A 282102. (ZON-1454)
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above VARIANCE REQUEST.
St. Mary Parish
Board of Adjustments
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. April 4, 11 and 25, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Patterson Housing Authority Board of Commissioners’ monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:30 pm. The office is located at 409 Grout Street in Patterson. The meeting is open to the public.
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Patterson
Housing
Authority
Board of
Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
AGENDA
Call to Order – Commissioner Breaux
Pledge – Commissioner Jackson
Prayer – Commissioner McKinley
Roll Call – Commissioner Breaux
Public Comment
Approval of Agenda
Acceptance of Previous Minutes
Old business
-Discussions of $25 gift card/gas card
-Discussion of tenant participation/grievance committee
-Annual Ethics Training
New Business
-HUD Notices
-Discussion of By-Laws
-Discussion of ACOP Policy
-Monthly Financial Review
-Update from Executive Director Jones
Closing Prayer – Commissioner Williams
Adjournment
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice to
Bidders
HUNTING AND TRAPPING BIDS IIXIX/ITED
Notice is hereby given that the St. Mary Parish School Board, in accordance with the provisions of Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Title 41, Section 1211, will receive sealed bids until 10:00 A.M., Friday, May 2, 2025 at the Central Office Complex in Centerville, Louisiana, when the sealed bids will be opened in public session for the hunting and trapping on the following Section land:
Sweetbay Paradise: Section 16, Township 17 South, Range 12 East - Approx. 635 Acres
Specifications may be obtained by contacting the Maintenance Director, Mr. Brad Wiese at (337)836-9661 or electronically at www.centralauctionhouse.com
The St. Mary Parish School Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities. Lease does not include hunting alligators or harvesting alligator eggs.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, April 21, 2025 AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
REZONE RE- QUEST:
Rezoning of property by Annie Viator from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District located at 19545 Highway 182, Jeanerette, LA – Sec.68 T13S R8E; - Parcel Id# 1905041004.00 7.00 AC Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln Acq 436 340517
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above Rezone Request.
St. Mary Parish Planning & Zoning Commission
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. April 4, 11 and 16, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, April 21, 2025 AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
REZONE RE- QUEST:
Rezoning of property by Annie Viator from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District located at 19546 Highway 182, Jeanerette, LA – Sec.68 T13S R8E; - Parcel Id# 1905041005.00 Lot BD Teche - Stouff - Road - Est Hardy Acq 436 340517
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above Rezone Request.
St. Mary Parish Planning & Zoning Commission
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. April 4, 11 and 16, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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PARISH OF
ST. MARY
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STATE OF
LOUISIANA
Nationstar
Mortgage LLC
Vs. No. 137424 Div “B”
Jacob W Irion AKA Jacob William Irion And Tausha Nash Irion AKA Tausha AnnMarie Nash AKA Tausha Nash AKA Tausha AnnMarie Irion AKA Tausha Irion
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit:
That certain tract of land situated in Section 25, Township 15 South, Range 11 East, Ward 5, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, being known, designated as lot No. Thirty-one (31) as per plan of land which is paraphed “Ne Varietur” for identification and which said plan of land is made by Richard T. Dading, Land Surveyor, dated May 9, 1981. Said Lot Thirty-one (31) fronts One Hundred Fifty (150’) feet on the South side of a private road, with a depth between equal and parallel lines of Ninety-four and Seventy-four Hundredths (94.74’) feet each with a rear or Southern boundary line of One Hundred Fifty (150’) feet; together with all buildings and improvements thereon situated and all rights, ways, servitudes, privileges and appurtenances thereunto be- longing or in anywise appertaining.
Which has the address of 404 Paradise Lane, Patterson, LA 70392
to satisfy the sum of SIXTY EIGHT THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED FORTY FOUR AND 81/100 ($68,744.81) DOLLARS, with interest thereon at the rate of 6% per annum from April 1, 2018, together with accrued late charges in accordance with the note and mortgage, together with late charges on additional delinquent installments and any additional amounts which petitioner has advanced or hereafter advances, as permitted by the Note and Mortgage, for taxes, assessments, re- pairs to and maintenance and preservation of the mortgaged property, together with reasonable attorneys’ fees of all sums due, owing and unpaid and all costs of this proceedings, as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission
All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale.
I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITHOUT ap- praisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 14th day of May A.D., 2025, be- tween the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Tuesday, the 1st day of April A.D., 2025
GARY L.
DRISKELL
SHERIFF
BY: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. April 11 and May 7, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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PARISH OF
ST. MARY
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STATE OF
LOUISIANA
Wells Fargo Bank N A
Vs. No. 134455 Div “G”
Marc A Mireles AKA Marc Alexander Mireles and Courtney R Mireles FKA Courtney R Ackman AKA Courtney Renee Ackman Mireles
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit:
That certain lot or parcel of land together with all buildings and im- provements thereon situated and all rights, ways, privileges, prescriptions and servitudes thereto be- longing or in anywise appertaining and all appurtenances thereof, lying and being situated in Morgan City, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, being known designated and des-cribed as LOT NUMBER 16 IN SQUARE “W” OF DITCH’S ANNEX of Morgan City, Louisiana, according to the S.A. Bradford’s map and Plan of Survey recorded in St. Mary Parish COB XX, folio 357, Entry No. 37,224; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property.
to satisfy the sum of ONE HUNDRED TWENTY THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED SIXTEEN AND 45/100 ($120,416.45) DOLLARS, with interest thereon at 4.750% per annum from June 01, 2019, until paid; all expenses in- curred in enforcing the note and mortgage including reasonable attorney’s fees; of/as applicable, such other or additional amounts incurred or advanced for taxes, insurance premiums, special assessments, re- pairs to and/or maintenance of the property, for the protection, preservation, re- pair and recovery of the property, for the protection and preservation of the lien of the mortgage, for the protection and preservation of the mortgagee’s interest thereunder, and other amounts provided by the mortgage and ap- plicable law, such as late charges, escrow advances for the payment of taxes and insurance, corporate ad- vances, property appraisals, inspection fees, prior attorney fees and expenses, abstract and title charges, NSF charges, attorney fees and expenses, and other charges which plaintiff is permitted to prove by verified petition, verified supplemental petition, or affidavit filed or submitted before distribution by the sheriff of the proceeds of the judicial sale herein; and all law charges, fees and expenses incurred in connection or relating to this proceeding including without limitation sheriff’s commission, sheriff’s costs, and all costs of this proceedings, as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission
All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale.
I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITH appraisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 14th day of May A.D., 2025, be- tween the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Tuesday, the 1st day of April A.D., 2025
GARY L.
DRISKELL
SHERIFF
BY: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Last registered owner: Baylor Jewell
Picked up: February 21, 2025
Location: 2016 Georgia St Jeanerette La
Registration # 3409-BU
Make: Mako Bayboat
Length: 25 Foot
Type of vessel: Bay boat
Motor: Outboard
Make & Horsepower: Johnson 150
Motor Serial # G 03502813
HIN: 104450877M25B
Stored at Rick’s Auto Salvage, 1896 Hwy 90 West, Patterson, La 70392
985-395-2846
Vessel is subject to privilege held & owner is in default. Unless the claim is paid by May 18, 2025, it will be sold at commercially reasonably public sale at Rick’s Auto Salvage.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTENTION OF THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY
TO
SELECT A
FISCAL AGENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Morgan City will receive sealed bids for selecting a fiscal agent for said City for the period ending December 31, 2028. Said bids to be received on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 10:00 am (local time), in the Conference Room, City Hall, 512 First Streets. If bids are mailed, they shall be addressed as follows: Mrs. Genie Bonner, Administrative Secretary, City of Morgan City, P. O. Box 1218, Morgan City, Louisiana 70381 and shall be mailed to arrive before the above- mentioned time and date.
Each and every bank in the City of Morgan City is invited and re- quested to submit a sealed bid, in writing, for said purpose, which must be in conformance and compliance with the provisions and requirements of the laws of the State of Louisiana relating to Fiscal Agents. The bid documents shall also include the total assets of the local depositary bank.
Any information desired can be obtained by contacting Mr. Marcus Folse, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Morgan City, 985-385-1770.
The Mayor and Council reserve the right to reject any and all bids.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna
Mayor
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PUBLIC NOTICE
A MEETING OF THE LEPA OPERATING COMMITTEE WILL BE HELD AT THE LEPA MAIN OFFICE LOCATED AT 210 VENTURE WAY, LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA 70507, ON THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 2025 AT 10:30 A.M.
OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING
AGENDA
MEETING DATE: April 17, 2025
MEETING PLACE: LEPA Main Office, 210 Venture Way
Lafayette, LA 70507
TIME: 10:30 A. M.
ITEM 1 Call to Order
ITEM 2 Pledge of Allegiance
ITEM 3 Roll Call
ITEM 4 Approval of the Minutes of the March 20, 2025 Operating Committee Meeting
ITEM 5 OLD BUSINESS
(a) Report on Wholesale Power Costs and Residential Retail Rates
(b) Update on Rodemacher Unit No. 2
(c) Discussion on any other outstanding items of Old Business
ITEM 6 NEW BUSINESS
(a) Request for Approval of the Amendatory Agreement to the Power Sales Contract between Southwestern Power Administration and LEPA
(b) Discussion on LEPA Value-Added Services
ITEM 7 ADJOURNMENT
Individuals with a disability that falls under the Americans with Disabilities Act who wish to participate electronically in the meetings, please call (337) 269-4046 at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting in order for us to accommodate you.
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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
MARCH 5, 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, March 5, 2025 at 6:00 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, Angelena Brocato, William McCarty and Thane Aucoin
Donald Stephens arrived after Roll Call
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. Aucoin and unanimously carried, the Board approved and signed the Minutes of February 5, 2025.
Dr. Cefalu open-ed the floor for Guest/public comments. Raymond Pisani with Respiratory Therapy at Ochsner St. Mary (OSM), Dr. Larry Nelson, Mrs. Lea Hebert, a member of the Hospital Governing Board, St. Mary Parish Council Member at Large District 11 Dean Adams and Bill Decker with the Daily Review were present. Attorney Bourgeois advised that the Guest from South Louisiana Community College will be re- scheduled for the April meeting.
Dr. Cefalu called for the Financial Report and the approval of payables. Mrs. Cheramie presented the Financial Report for the period ending January 31, 2025. Upon motion of Mr. McCarty, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board ap- proved the financials/payables as presented.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on a Resolution of Appreciation and Gratitude for Mrs. Kendra H. Thomas. After a brief discussion, upon motion of Mr. Aucoin, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried, the following Resolution was adopted by the Board, to-wit:
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION AND
GRATITUDE
WHEREAS Mrs. Kendra Hebert- Thomas served as member of the Board of Commissioners for Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary since being appointed in September 2020, and
WHEREAS Mrs. Kendra Hebert- Thomas served faithfully, diligently, and loyally as a devoted and contributing Commissioner of this public body for over four (4) years, serving as its Vice-Chair since January of 2021, and
WHEREAS Mrs. Kendra Hebert- Thomas has decided to relocate from our community, necessitating her resignation from role as a Commissioner, and
WHEREAS the members of the Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary wish to acknowledge publicly their appreciation and gratitude for Mrs. Kendra Hebert-Thomas’ devotion and service to the District and community.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RE- SOLVED, by the Hospital Service District No. 2 of the Parish of St. Mary “District”, through the unanimous adoption of this resolution, that the Board of Commissioners, and on behalf of the citizens of the District, does hereby tender to Mrs. Kendra Hebert- Thomas, its congratulations on her new relocation and position, its appreciation and gratitude for her valuable service and its well wishes in all future endeavors.
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Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on Community Outreach. Mrs. Jennifer Wise, Chief Nursing Officer and CEO of OSM gave a brief update on the past and current/future events/activities scheduled for community outreach. Mr. Stephens arrived.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on FEMA Reimbursement/Capital Outlay Request process. Attorney Bourgeois advised that Ochsner opted to do the Phase #1 Option of the re- pairs to the building and will totally fund said project. He stated that Ochsner will solely apply for FEMA Reimbursement and that the HSD #2 request for FEMA Reimbursement has been withdrawn. Further discussions were held as to these matters. Attorney Bourgeois stated that the Capital Outlay Request process will continue and will be a long term goal.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on OSM architectural, en- gineering and front entrance overhang assessments. Attorney Bourgeois gave the Board an update on these matters. He stated that Grace Hebert will proceed with the annual Architectural Assessment and give an updated spreadsheet prioritizing the necessary repairs and provide the actual costs of the Phase II Option. With regards to the “overhang,” he advised that a detailed engineering assessment had been provided. He gave the recommendations of Grace Hebert and stated that a proposal for the said repairs will be forthcoming. Discussions were held as to any danger concerns regarding the overhang. Mrs. Wise updated the Board on the status of Phase 1 (sealing the building and caulking the windows). She stated that Ochsner will obtain at least three (3) bids even though they do not have to abide by the public bid law and the reasons thereof. A brief discussion was held regarding OSM totally paying for Phase 1 and the reasons thereof (time re- straints before hurricane season). Discussions were held as to the in- stallation of a new HVAC system, to which Attorney Bourgeois stated that once the Architectural Re- port is received, the building is sealed/insulated and a study of air leakage is performed, further discussions/decisions would be held regarding this matter.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on medical, nursing and allied health scholarship policies and procedures. Attorney Bourgeois re- viewed the drafts/forms of the HSD #2 Scholarship Guidelines, Applications, etc contained in the meeting packets. He requested that the Board Members review and return to April’s meeting with questions/concerns regarding the Application forms/process. Discussions were also held regarding the needs of the hospital regarding staffing in radiology, possible summer nurse techs and medical apprentice programs, with the ultimate goal be- ing local persons/students remaining and working in the parish at OSM. Attorney Bourgeois discussed the growing shortfall of physicians, predominately in rural areas. Further discussions were held as to these matters.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on Boards and Commission training. Attorney Bourgeois discussed with Board the documents in their meeting packets regarding Ethics Training, Sexual Harassment Prevention and legal guidance for parish Board/Commissioners.
Dr. Cefalu called for discussion and any action on changing meeting times from 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 noon. A brief discussion was held regarding the work/life balance and the huge sacrifice made by various Board Members during the evening hours, especially during the promotion of the tax initiative. Attorney Bourgeois stated that he had cleared/discussed this matter with the Parish Government and the District Attorney’s Office and no one had any objections. Further discussions were held as to the changing of the Board Meeting time and the reasons thereof. On motion of Mrs. Cheramie, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board voted to change the meeting time from 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 Noon beginning with the April meeting. The meeting location and dates will remain the same.
At this time Dr. Cefalu gave his Chairman’s Re- port. He stated that Mrs. Wise did a great job giving an update on the building repairs and that things are moving well. He also gave Ochsner a big thank you from the Board for the expenditures being made to prepare the building before the hurricane season.
On motion of Mr. Stephens, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried, the Board retired into Executive Session to discuss strategic planning pursuant to LA R.S. 46:1071, et. seq.
Upon resuming from Executive Session, on motion of Mr. Aucoin, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board authorized Attorney Bourgeois to proceed with the matter as discussed in Executive Session. With no other business to come before the Board, motion of Mr. Stephens, second by Mr. McCarty 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
St. Mary Parish Wards 5 & 8 Joint Sewer Commission
P. O. Box 181
Berwick, La 70342
MINUTES
March 3, 2025
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Cooper at 6:00 PM.
Mr. Cooper ask-ed if anyone had a public comment. No comments made.
Present: Karen Sehon, Tim Kyle, Michael Stewart, Marcey Carmouche, Calvin Sanders Sr., Matthew Kidder, Pam, and Larry Fromenthal (Fromenthal Plumbing), Hannah Orgeron (Providence Engineering), and Chris Cooper. Absent - Brandon Monceaux.
The board went over the minutes of the previous month’s meeting. Mr. Stewart moved to disburse the reading of the minutes and accept. Mr. Kyle seconded the motion. All in favor – I.
The board then went over the treasurer’s report. Mr. Kidder motioned to approve the treasurer’s report and sign checks if all are in order. Mr. Stewart seconded the motion. All in favor – I.
Mrs. Orgeron, with Providence Engineering, in reference to the 2024 MWPP, needs to be filed. Last week she had a plant visit for the Risk Plan that is due in May. They will need to revisit the plant before May. The plant level is 2. She has reviewed the Emergency Re- sponse Plan. She will need to email Lisa regarding the St. Mary Parish Response Plan. The 2024 Tier II report was re- ceived today. She will email copies to be filed at the plant. There will be changes to be made. She will return after public comments on the changes to go over more. Mr. Kyle motioned to accept and sign the resolution for the 2024 MWPP. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion. All in favor – I. Nae-0. It was given to Mrs. Sehon to be signed and submitted.
Mr. Sanders re- ported on the monthly maintenance. Robicheaux has installed a couple of backwater preventors on the list. There are a couple more stations to be in- stalled. There were five pumps sent to Quality Diesel to be in- spected and re- paired. Those are ready to pick up. He will drop off two of them to Power Specialties to be looked over/inspected. There are two more at the plant to bring to Power Specialties once the current ones are completed. A 10” pump is on order for Teche and Middle St. station. The board approved to get a spare pump to have on hand. (1 of 10”, 1 of 4”, and 1 of 8”). DEQ in- spection went well. The water sampler needs to be up- graded. They will send the specs to Hannah. They are currently working on the punch list. The doors have been replaced at Station 10 (Taft St). Mr. Cooper suggested removing the probationary period from the January meeting. All employees are working well and completing items of repair etc. He rescinds the probationary period.
Old/New business – There was a quote for a utility trailer to purchase, this one is more user friendly. There were 3 price quotes, $9100, $8700, & $7171. Mr. Kyle motioned to approve the purchase price of the place in Schriever. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion. All in favor – I.
The plant generator needs attention for repair or replacement. To rebuild the current one would be ap- proximately $48,000. M&L has a new one at the end of May for $33,648. The only one located was in Houston. Mr. Cooper recommended getting a new one for the plant from M&L Industries. An auto start will need to be added. Mr. Kyle motioned to approve the purchase of the generator from M&L. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion.
Regarding aerators, there is a good deal of them broken and a couple is missing. Environmental Equipment builds several types. They are more efficient than the ones we have. Mr. Murtada went to the plant and spoke with Mr. Carmouche to get the specs to get more information. This will be to get some to replace and some to have on hand. They will get some pricing together and get back to us. There are some gear boxes in the shop to be repaired. Mr. Cooper said to get each board member a list of the aerators so they can look at them online. They are American made and take approximately 8 months for delivery time. They used to sell the brand of aerators we currently have.
The tree clean up job received 4 quotes. One of the quotes recommended removing extra trees without extra expense. The quotes were received from L N L, Sam’s, Southern Wood Works, and Interstate Tree Service LLC. The best price is the best price. Mr. Cooper asked the board for comments. Mr. Kidder motioned to approve and proceed with L N L quote. Mr. Stewart seconded the motion.
Mrs. Sehon gave a reminder of Annual Ethics and Sexual Harassment training be- ing due. The sooner the better. Once each board member completes, they need to get Mrs. Sehon a copy to have on file.
The board would like to welcome Mr. Kidder.
The parish has a re-entry pass available if anyone is interested in obtaining one.
Next meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2024.
Having no further business, Mr. Kyle has motioned to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Kidder seconded the motion.
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Chairperson
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Secretary/
Treasurer
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PUBLIC NOTICE
SECTION A
INVITATION TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids for the equipment procurement of the following project will be received by St. Mary Levee District at their office located at 7327 Hwy 182 E, Morgan City, LA 70380 until Monday, April 28, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the media room on the first floor at their office.
PROJECT NAME: Pump Station No. 4 Equipment Procurement, Delivery & Testing Package
LOCATED IN: St. Mary Parish, Louisiana
CONTRACTING AGENCY: St. Mary Levee District
7327 Hwy 182 E
Morgan City, LA 70380
PROPOSAL GUARANTY: 5% of the Amount of Bid
Payable to St. Mary Levee District
ENGINEER: GIS Engineering, LLC
Coastal Design & Infrastructure Division
197 Elysian Drive
Houma LA, 70363
Phone: (985) 219-1000
Contact: Ann Schouest
Email: bidquestions@gisy.com
SCOPE OF WORK: The scope of work for this procurement package is to furnish all the equipment necessary to refurbish pump station number 4 for the St. Mary Levee District. This equipment in- cludes, but is not limited to, all necessary pumps, motors, right angle gear drives, and all appurtenances required to refurbish pumps number one, two, three, four and five as further detailed in the enclosed technical specifications.
Bid forms are available from the Engineer and will not be issued later than 24 hours prior to the time set for opening the bids. Each bid shall include a proposal guaranty in an amount not less than specified above.
The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder without discrimination on grounds of race, color, sex or national origin. Disadvantaged businesses will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids.
Plans and specifications may be seen at the Engineer’s office. Plans may be obtained from the Engineer upon payment of $75.00. In accordance with R.S. 38:2212 (D), deposits on the first set of documents furnished bona fide prime bidders will be fully refunded upon return of the documents, deposits on any additional sets will be refunded less the actual costs of reproduction. Refunds will be made upon return of the documents if within ten days after receipt of bids.
Bid documents are also posted on https://www.centralauctionhouse.com/Category/10279/StMaryLeveeDistrict. To view these, download, and receive bid notices by e-mail, you must register with Central Auction House (CAH). Vendors/Contractors have the option to submit their bids electronically or by paper copy. For information about the electronic submittal process, contact Central Auction House at 225-810-4814.
A Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. at the St. Mary Levee District Office, located at 7327 Hwy 182 E, Morgan City, LA. Site inspection trips for perspective Bidders are to be arranged through the office of the Engineer.
The award of a contract, if awarded, will be made to the lowest qualified bidder whose proposal complies with all requirements prescribed within 45 calendar days after opening proposals. However, when the contract is to be financed by bonds which are required to be sold after receipts of bids, or when the contract is to be financed in whole or part by federal or other funds not available at the time bids are received, the time will not start until receipt of federal and/or state concurrence or concurrence of the other funding source. Award will be within 30 calendar days after the sale of bonds or receipt of concurrence in award from federal and/or state agency or other funding source. The successful bidder will be notified by letter mailed to the address shown in the proposal that the bidder is awarded the contract.
On projects in- volving State funds the award of contract will also be contingent upon concurrence by the appropriate State agency, the Coastal Protection and Restoration Auth- ority (CPRA).
The right is reserved to reject bids and waive formalities.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice Posted: Friday, January 31, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
SMP FIRE
PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 7
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
MEETING
A public meeting will be held as follows:
DATE: Tuesday, February 4, 2025
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
PLACE OF MEETING: VOLUNTEER BAYOU VISTA FIRE DEPARTMENT
1519 HWY. 182 EAST, BAYOU VISTA, LA
AGENDA:
Call to Order
Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes: Janurary 3, 2025
Public Comment
Treasurer’s Re- port
Report from Chief
Old Business:
1. Hiring of full time Fire Chief
2. Hiring of one full time fire fighter
New Business:
None
Adjournment
Andros A. Williams,
President
(Name and Position of Authorized Person)
St. Mary Parish Fire Protection No. 7
(Name of Taxing District)
1519 Hwy. 182 East, Bayou Vista, LA 70380
(Address)
985-519-4680
(Telephone Number)
In accordance with Act 393 of 2023 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Andros A. Williams, President at 985-519-4680, describing the assistance that is necessary.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on MONDAY, May 5, 2025, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
Jennifer Perez for a Front Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 15 ft to 5 ft in an Existing Neighborhood (EN2) zoned district located at 1404 James Street, Morgan City, LA - Sec. 8 T16SR13E; - Parcel Id# 3374321068.00 - Lot 2 Siracusa Subd Sq 8 Acq 46A 282102. (ZON-1454)
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above VARIANCE REQUEST.
St. Mary Parish
Board of Adjustments
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. April 4, 11 and 25, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Patterson Housing Authority Board of Commissioners’ monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:30 pm. The office is located at 409 Grout Street in Patterson. The meeting is open to the public.
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Patterson
Housing
Authority
Board of
Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
AGENDA
Call to Order – Commissioner Breaux
Pledge – Commissioner Jackson
Prayer – Commissioner McKinley
Roll Call – Commissioner Breaux
Public Comment
Approval of Agenda
Acceptance of Previous Minutes
Old business
-Discussions of $25 gift card/gas card
-Discussion of tenant participation/grievance committee
-Annual Ethics Training
New Business
-HUD Notices
-Discussion of By-Laws
-Discussion of ACOP Policy
-Monthly Financial Review
-Update from Executive Director Jones
Closing Prayer – Commissioner Williams
Adjournment
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice to
Bidders
HUNTING AND TRAPPING BIDS IIXIX/ITED
Notice is hereby given that the St. Mary Parish School Board, in accordance with the provisions of Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Title 41, Section 1211, will receive sealed bids until 10:00 A.M., Friday, May 2, 2025 at the Central Office Complex in Centerville, Louisiana, when the sealed bids will be opened in public session for the hunting and trapping on the following Section land:
Sweetbay Paradise: Section 16, Township 17 South, Range 12 East - Approx. 635 Acres
Specifications may be obtained by contacting the Maintenance Director, Mr. Brad Wiese at (337)836-9661 or electronically at www.centralauctionhouse.com
The St. Mary Parish School Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities. Lease does not include hunting alligators or harvesting alligator eggs.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, April 21, 2025 AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
REZONE RE- QUEST:
Rezoning of property by Annie Viator from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District located at 19545 Highway 182, Jeanerette, LA – Sec.68 T13S R8E; - Parcel Id# 1905041004.00 7.00 AC Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln Acq 436 340517
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above Rezone Request.
St. Mary Parish Planning & Zoning Commission
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. April 4, 11 and 16, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, April 21, 2025 AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
REZONE RE- QUEST:
Rezoning of property by Annie Viator from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District located at 19546 Highway 182, Jeanerette, LA – Sec.68 T13S R8E; - Parcel Id# 1905041005.00 Lot BD Teche - Stouff - Road - Est Hardy Acq 436 340517
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above Rezone Request.
St. Mary Parish Planning & Zoning Commission
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. April 4, 11 and 16, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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PARISH OF
ST. MARY
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STATE OF
LOUISIANA
Nationstar
Mortgage LLC
Vs. No. 137424 Div “B”
Jacob W Irion AKA Jacob William Irion And Tausha Nash Irion AKA Tausha AnnMarie Nash AKA Tausha Nash AKA Tausha AnnMarie Irion AKA Tausha Irion
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit:
That certain tract of land situated in Section 25, Township 15 South, Range 11 East, Ward 5, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, being known, designated as lot No. Thirty-one (31) as per plan of land which is paraphed “Ne Varietur” for identification and which said plan of land is made by Richard T. Dading, Land Surveyor, dated May 9, 1981. Said Lot Thirty-one (31) fronts One Hundred Fifty (150’) feet on the South side of a private road, with a depth between equal and parallel lines of Ninety-four and Seventy-four Hundredths (94.74’) feet each with a rear or Southern boundary line of One Hundred Fifty (150’) feet; together with all buildings and improvements thereon situated and all rights, ways, servitudes, privileges and appurtenances thereunto be- longing or in anywise appertaining.
Which has the address of 404 Paradise Lane, Patterson, LA 70392
to satisfy the sum of SIXTY EIGHT THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED FORTY FOUR AND 81/100 ($68,744.81) DOLLARS, with interest thereon at the rate of 6% per annum from April 1, 2018, together with accrued late charges in accordance with the note and mortgage, together with late charges on additional delinquent installments and any additional amounts which petitioner has advanced or hereafter advances, as permitted by the Note and Mortgage, for taxes, assessments, re- pairs to and maintenance and preservation of the mortgaged property, together with reasonable attorneys’ fees of all sums due, owing and unpaid and all costs of this proceedings, as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission
All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale.
I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITHOUT ap- praisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 14th day of May A.D., 2025, be- tween the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Tuesday, the 1st day of April A.D., 2025
GARY L.
DRISKELL
SHERIFF
BY: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. April 11 and May 7, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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PARISH OF
ST. MARY
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STATE OF
LOUISIANA
Wells Fargo Bank N A
Vs. No. 134455 Div “G”
Marc A Mireles AKA Marc Alexander Mireles and Courtney R Mireles FKA Courtney R Ackman AKA Courtney Renee Ackman Mireles
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit:
That certain lot or parcel of land together with all buildings and im- provements thereon situated and all rights, ways, privileges, prescriptions and servitudes thereto be- longing or in anywise appertaining and all appurtenances thereof, lying and being situated in Morgan City, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, being known designated and des-cribed as LOT NUMBER 16 IN SQUARE “W” OF DITCH’S ANNEX of Morgan City, Louisiana, according to the S.A. Bradford’s map and Plan of Survey recorded in St. Mary Parish COB XX, folio 357, Entry No. 37,224; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property.
to satisfy the sum of ONE HUNDRED TWENTY THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED SIXTEEN AND 45/100 ($120,416.45) DOLLARS, with interest thereon at 4.750% per annum from June 01, 2019, until paid; all expenses in- curred in enforcing the note and mortgage including reasonable attorney’s fees; of/as applicable, such other or additional amounts incurred or advanced for taxes, insurance premiums, special assessments, re- pairs to and/or maintenance of the property, for the protection, preservation, re- pair and recovery of the property, for the protection and preservation of the lien of the mortgage, for the protection and preservation of the mortgagee’s interest thereunder, and other amounts provided by the mortgage and ap- plicable law, such as late charges, escrow advances for the payment of taxes and insurance, corporate ad- vances, property appraisals, inspection fees, prior attorney fees and expenses, abstract and title charges, NSF charges, attorney fees and expenses, and other charges which plaintiff is permitted to prove by verified petition, verified supplemental petition, or affidavit filed or submitted before distribution by the sheriff of the proceeds of the judicial sale herein; and all law charges, fees and expenses incurred in connection or relating to this proceeding including without limitation sheriff’s commission, sheriff’s costs, and all costs of this proceedings, as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission
All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale.
I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITH appraisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 14th day of May A.D., 2025, be- tween the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Tuesday, the 1st day of April A.D., 2025
GARY L.
DRISKELL
SHERIFF
BY: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Last registered owner: Baylor Jewell
Picked up: February 21, 2025
Location: 2016 Georgia St Jeanerette La
Registration # 3409-BU
Make: Mako Bayboat
Length: 25 Foot
Type of vessel: Bay boat
Motor: Outboard
Make & Horsepower: Johnson 150
Motor Serial # G 03502813
HIN: 104450877M25B
Stored at Rick’s Auto Salvage, 1896 Hwy 90 West, Patterson, La 70392
985-395-2846
Vessel is subject to privilege held & owner is in default. Unless the claim is paid by May 18, 2025, it will be sold at commercially reasonably public sale at Rick’s Auto Salvage.
Adv. April 11 and 18, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTENTION OF THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY
TO
SELECT A
FISCAL AGENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Morgan City will receive sealed bids for selecting a fiscal agent for said City for the period ending December 31, 2028. Said bids to be received on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 10:00 am (local time), in the Conference Room, City Hall, 512 First Streets. If bids are mailed, they shall be addressed as follows: Mrs. Genie Bonner, Administrative Secretary, City of Morgan City, P. O. Box 1218, Morgan City, Louisiana 70381 and shall be mailed to arrive before the above- mentioned time and date.
Each and every bank in the City of Morgan City is invited and re- quested to submit a sealed bid, in writing, for said purpose, which must be in conformance and compliance with the provisions and requirements of the laws of the State of Louisiana relating to Fiscal Agents. The bid documents shall also include the total assets of the local depositary bank.
Any information desired can be obtained by contacting Mr. Marcus Folse, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Morgan City, 985-385-1770.
The Mayor and Council reserve the right to reject any and all bids.
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna
Mayor
Adv. April 11, 18 and 25, 2025

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PUBLIC NOTICE
A MEETING OF THE LEPA OPERATING COMMITTEE WILL BE HELD AT THE LEPA MAIN OFFICE LOCATED AT 210 VENTURE WAY, LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA 70507, ON THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 2025 AT 10:30 A.M.
OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING
AGENDA
MEETING DATE: April 17, 2025
MEETING PLACE: LEPA Main Office, 210 Venture Way
Lafayette, LA 70507
TIME: 10:30 A. M.
ITEM 1 Call to Order
ITEM 2 Pledge of Allegiance
ITEM 3 Roll Call
ITEM 4 Approval of the Minutes of the March 20, 2025 Operating Committee Meeting
ITEM 5 OLD BUSINESS
(a) Report on Wholesale Power Costs and Residential Retail Rates
(b) Update on Rodemacher Unit No. 2
(c) Discussion on any other outstanding items of Old Business
ITEM 6 NEW BUSINESS
(a) Request for Approval of the Amendatory Agreement to the Power Sales Contract between Southwestern Power Administration and LEPA
(b) Discussion on LEPA Value-Added Services
ITEM 7 ADJOURNMENT
Individuals with a disability that falls under the Americans with Disabilities Act who wish to participate electronically in the meetings, please call (337) 269-4046 at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting in order for us to accommodate you.
Adv. April 11, 2025

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