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PUBLIC NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Port of
Morgan City
Warehouse: Sprinkler
Renovation
Morgan City,
Louisiana
Sealed bids will be received by the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District for Port of Morgan City, Warehouse: Sprinkler Renovation, until 2:00 PM, local time on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District, 7327 Louisiana Highway 182, Morgan City, Louisiana, at which time and place said proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud. Electronic bids at www.centralbidding.com as allowed by Act 759 amended Title 38:2212 are acceptable. Any bids received after the above-mentioned time will be re- turned unopened.
Each bid shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope bearing the title of the work, the name of the Bidder, the address, date and hour of the bid opening, and the State Contractor’s License Number. The bid shall be addressed as follows:
BID: Port of Morgan City
Warehouse: Sprinkler Renovation
Morgan City, Louisiana
Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District
7327 Louisiana Highway 182
Morgan City, LA 70380
LICENSE NO. ——————
Failure to have the license number on the envelope will be result in the Bid being re- turned unopened.
Bid documents will be posted on www.centralbidding.com. To view, download, and re- ceive bid notices by e-mail, you must register with Central Auction House (CAH). Vendors/Contractors will have the option to submit their bids and bid bonds electronically or by paper copy. Contact Ted Fleming with Central Auction House at 1-866-570-9620 concerning any questions about this process.
PROJECT DES- CRIPTION: The project consists of the replacement of the automatic sprinkler system int the Port of Morgan City Warehouse Building. The estimated construction cost for the Base Bid for this project is $400,000.00.
Prospective Contractors shall be licensed for Building Construction or Automatic Fire Suppression Systems by the State of Louisiana and that license shall be in effect on the date of the bid.
Each proposal must be accompanied by a bid bond, a certified check, or cashier’s check in an amount equal to at least five percent (5%) of the amount bid, made payable without condition to the Owner as a guarantee that the bidder, if awarded the contract, will promptly execute the contract documents. Failure to do so will result in the bid/bids being declared nonresponsive and shall be cause for rejection. If a bid bond is provided it shall be on the attached form and only on the attached form and shall be dated on or before the bid date. The bid security of all bidders, except the three lowest, will be returned promptly after the canvas of bids.
A non-mandatory pre-bid conference, at which the scope of the project, contract time and other requirements can be discussed with prospective bidders, will be held at the project site. All bidders will be notified and are encouraged to attend.
Copies of the contract documents are on file in the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District, 7327 Louisiana Highway 182, Morgan City, Louisiana and the office of the Architect, Carl P. Blum AIA Architect, 900 David Drive, P. O. Box 2386, Morgan City, Louisiana 70381, and are open for inspection without charge.
Contractors may obtain contract documents from the Architect by paying a deposit of Thirty Dollars ($30.00). The full amount of the de- posit, on the first set, will be refunded to each contractor who submits a bona fide bid, upon return of the documents in good condition within ten (10) days after the receipt of bids. Contractors and Material Dealers may obtain additional sets of plans and specifications by making a deposit in the amount named above. Up- on return of these documents, in good condition, one half of the deposit will be refunded, the difference representing the cost of printing, assembling, and distributing the sets. No refund will be made on any set not returned in good condition within ten (10) days after the receipt of bids.
If someone other than a corporate officer signs for the Bidder/Contractor, a copy of a corporate resolution or other signature authorization shall be required for submission of bid. Failure to include a copy of the appropriate signature authorization, if required, may result in the rejection of the bid unless bidder has complied with LA R.S. 38:22:12(A)(1)(C) or LA R.S. 38:22:12(0).
A bid will be considered responsive if it conforms in all respects with the conditions and re- quirements of the Bidding Documents. In order to be considered re- sponsive, the Louisiana Uniform Public Works Bid Form must: (a) be fully completed, signed and be responsive in all respects to the Bidding Documents; (b) be made on the Bid Forms provided and submitted intact, (c) submitted in ink.
No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids for forty-five (45) days.
To the extent permitted by applicable state and federal laws and regulations, the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District reserves the right to reject any and/or proposals for just cause. In accordance with LA R. S. 38:2212 (B) (1), the provisions and requirements of this Section; and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by the entity.
Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District
Mr. Peter Orlando,
President
Adv. Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
The City of Morgan City hereby advertises bids for construction of WATER TREATMENT PLANT IMPROVEMENTS PHASE II, MORGAN CITY, LOUISIANA as follows:
Owner: THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY
Project Title: WATER TREATMENT PLANT IMPROVEMENTS PHASE II MORGAN CITY, LOUISIANA
Sealed bids marked “Sealed Bid – Water Treatment Plant Improvements Phase II, Morgan City, Louisiana” will be re- ceived at the City of Morgan City Hall, 512 1st Street, Morgan City, LA 70380. Electronic bids should be submitted to www.centralbidding.com.
Bids shall be addressed to the City of Morgan City and delivered to the City of Morgan City Hall located at 512 1st Street, Morgan City, LA 70380 or electronically submitted at www.centralbidding.com no later than 2:00 P.M. local time on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Any bid receiv-ed after the specified time and date will not be considered. The sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 2:00 P.M. local time on Monday, November 18, 2024, at the City of Morgan City Hall located at 512 1st Street, Morgan City, LA 70380.
The information for Bidders, Form of Bid Proposal, Form of Contract, Plans, Specifications, and Forms of Bid Bond, Performance Bond and Payment Bond, and other contract documents may be ex- amined at the office of Professional Engineering and Environmental Consultants, Inc. at 46148 LA Highway 445, Robert, LA 70455. If you would like to examine a set of plans or pick up a set, please contact Jeff Meyers at (225) 268-6925 or james@peecinc.com to set up a time. A set of such documents may be obtained from the Engineers by prospective bidders upon payment of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($150.00) deposit. This de- posit will be re- funded upon re- quest in accordance with R.S. 38:2212. An electronic set of Contract Documents, Technical Specifications and Drawings may be obtained by submitting a request to james@peecinc.com and is available on www.centralbidding.com.
All questions must be submitted in writing by email to james@peecinc.com.
Each Bidder must deposit with his/her bid, security in the amount, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable on the U.S. Department of Treasury Circular 570.
No bid may be withdrawn for at least forty-five (45) days after scheduled closing time for receipt of bids.
The Owner re- serves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. Such actions will be in accordance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. All bidders must sign: (1) the Bid; (2) Certificate of Corporate Principal and Surety; (3) any Addenda issued; and (4) Bid Bond which MUST al- ways accompany the bid in the correct amount.
A Corporate Resolution authorizing a representative of the corporation to sign the bid MUST accompany the bid if the bidder is a corporation.
A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, November 8, 2024, at the City of Morgan City Water Treatment Plant located at 1617 Federal Avenue, Morgan City, LA 70380.
The Contractor shall begin mobilization and procurement of materials within ten (10) working days of receipt of the Notice to Proceed.
The successful bidder will be re- quired to execute the OWNER’S Standard Form of Agreement/Contract for construction together with the Performance and Payment Bonds within ten (10) working days after normal award of contract.
Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the City of Morgan City Mayor’s Office at (985) 385-1770 no later than seven (7) days prior to bid opening.
The OWNER hereby notifies all bidders that in regard to any contract entered into pursuant to this Advertisement, that Minority Business Enterprises will be afforded equal opportunity to submit offers in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin or disability in consideration for an award.
IN PARTICULAR, BIDDERS SHOULD NOTE THE REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS AND CERTIFICATIONS TO BE EXECUTED AND SUBMITTED WITH THE BID PROPOSAL.
Adv. Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
The City of Morgan City is re- questing proposals from qualified and experienced individuals/firms for Disaster Recovery Project Management Consultant Services with established experience in assessment, repair, and restoration and to pursue eligible grants for Hurricane Francine Re- covery and will receive proposals on November 18, 2024, at 3:00 pm in the Conference Room, City Hall, 512 First Street, Morgan City, Louisiana.
Anyone interested in submitting such a proposal must do so, in writing, no later than the above- mentioned time. Any proposal re- ceived after this time will be re- turned unopened.
Request for Proposal packets may be received by contacting Charlie Solar, Chief Ad- ministrative Officer at c.solar@cityofmc.com or (985) 380-4720.
CITY OF MORGAN CITY
/s/ Lee Dragna
Lee Dragna
Mayor
Adv. Oct. 25, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the following proposed ordinance has been submitted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Patterson, Louisiana on the 1st day of October 2024.
INTRODUCTION OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2024-10
AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PATTERSON, LOUISIANA, ADOPTING PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE
BE IT ORDAIN-ED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Patterson, Louisiana, in regular session assembled that those Permit Fees shown on the attached schedule are hereby established and amended as shown on the attached schedule.
The foregoing Ordinance was in- troduced by Councilmember Mamie Perry and seconded by Councilmember Miranda Weinbach, at the regularly scheduled meeting of the City Council of the City of Patterson on the 1st day of October,2024. A public hearing by the City Council of the City of Patterson was held on the ——— day of ———————, 2024 and notice of such hearing was published in the official journal of the City of Patterson on —————. The foregoing Or- dinance was offer-ed by Councilmember ——————, who moved its adoption, seconded by Councilmember ———————, and being read and considered section by section, the Ordinance was submitted to vote with the results as follows:
YEAS:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
WHEREUPON, the Ordinance was declared adopted on this ——— day of ———————, 2024.
———————
Rodney A. Grogan,
Mayor
ATTEST:
———————
Midge Bourgeois,
City Clerk
Notice is further given that a public hearing on the aforesaid proposed ordinance is set for 6:00 p.m. on the 5th day of November 2024, during the regular meeting of the Patterson City Council to be held at the City Hall in Patterson, 1314 Main Street, Patterson, Louisiana, on that date and at that time, and final action on said proposed ordinance shall be taken at said meeting.
———————
MIDGE
BOURGEOIS,
CITY CLERK
Adv. Oct. 16, 23 and 30, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following entitled ordinances were introduced at a regular meeting of the St. Mary Parish Council, State of Louisiana (the “Parish Council”), on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, and laid over for publication of notice:
PROPOSED ORDINANCES
An Ordinance adopting the 2025 Combined Budgets of Revenues and Expenditures for the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana.
An Ordinance adopting the proposed Five-Year Capital Outlay Program for the Years 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Council will meet on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 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 ordinances.
/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. Oct. 30, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following entitled ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the St. Mary Parish Council, State of Louisiana (the “Parish Council”), on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, and laid over for publication of notice:
PROPOSED ORDINANCE
An Ordinance renaming the Sorrell Park to the “Laddy Jean Butlers Sorrell Community Park”.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Council will meet on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 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. Oct. 30, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of Fire Protection District No. 7.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until November 7, 2024, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Part I Chapter 7 Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 40:1495 and 40:1496.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on November 13, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies.
Adv. Oct. 16 and 30, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Kemper Williams Park Advisory Committee.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until November 7, 2024, at Noon.
The creation of this Advisory Committee did not specify any qualifications for appointment.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on November 13, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. Oct. 16 and 30, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Library Board of Control.
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until November 7, 2024, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 25:214(B).
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on November 13, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. Oct. 16 and 30, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of Recreation District No. 1 (Amelia).
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until November 7, 2024, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 33:4564.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and Noon and 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to Lisa C., Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on November 13, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. Oct. 16 and 30, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Tourist Commission (At-Large – 1 Vacancy).
The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until November 7, 2024, at Noon.
Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Ordinance No. 1151.
Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday-Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538.
The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on November 13, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy.
Adv. Oct. 16, and October 30, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
ST. MARY
PARISH 9-1-1 COMMUNICATIONS
DISTRICT
Regular Board Meeting
1200 David Drive,
Building B
Morgan City, LA 70380
September 26, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Chairman, Mr. Ed Smith opened the September 26, 2024, regular meeting with the roll call. Mr. Matt Mayon, Mr. Duval Arthur, III, Mr. Garrett Grogan, and Mr. Justin Martin were in attendance. Mr. Scott Verret ar- rived approximately 10 minutes late. Mr. Jimmy Broussard did not attend.
Mr. Mayon made a motion to dispense with the reading of and to accept the August 2024 minutes. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
Public Comment: none
The income statement for August 2024 was $72,285.27. Mr. Mayon made a motion to accept the income statement. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
The expense statement for August 2024 was $93,055.67. Mr. Mayon made a motion to accept the expense statement. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
A budget to actual comparison was provided to the board for review.
Old Business: None
New Business:
AT&T Tariff Rate Resolution: Mrs. Angeron advised the Board that in 1989, Resolution 9106 granted the authority to impose a 911 service charge throughout the entirety of the St. Mary Parish Communications District at a maximum fee for fixed location wire line service subscribers not to exceed 5% of the tariff rate based on the highest amount charg-ed for basic service within the District by an exchange access service provider or equivalent. Although AT&T revises their fees every year, the last tariff rate increase in St. Mary Parish was approximately ten years ago. Ms. Angeron advised that several surrounding parishes recently adjusted their rates. She discussed the results of her survey/comparison of rates from Iberia, Lafayette, La- fourche, and Terrebonne. She ex- plained that operational expenses have consistently increased while income has steadily decreased. This is largely due to the decrease in population and the transition from landlines to cellular phones.
To stabilize in- come, Resolution #092624 was proposed. The resolution authorizes the tariff based 911 service charge paid by residential service users of fixed location wire (i.e., landline telephone exchange service) line located within the boundaries of St. Mary Parish, to equal to 5.00% of the present tariff-based rate, or $2.25 per access line per month. It also authorizes the tariff based flat fee 911 service charge paid by business service users of a fixed location wire line located within the boundaries of St. Mary Parish, to the amount equal to 1.75% of the present tariff- based rate or $5.64 per access line per month. After a brief discussion by members, Mr. Mayon made a motion to accept the resolution as presented. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. The ordinance having been offer-ed on the 26th day of September, 20024: was adopted by the following vote: FIVE (5) YEAS: Mr. Duval Arthur, Mr. Garrett Grogan, Mr. Justin Martin, Mr. Matt Mayon, Mr. Scott Verret.
ZERO (0) NAYS
ZERO (0) AB- STAIN
ONE (1) AB- SENT: Mr. Jimmy Broussard
Go to stmary 911.com or email mrandle@stmary 911.com to re- quest a copy of the resolution.
Director Up- dates:
Mrs. Angeron advised that a new battery backup was installed. Dispatchers relocated to the auditorium in Morgan City during the installation process. AT&T proved unreliable in getting the needed lines operational. A service ticket was requested in August regarding issues with the lines and the issues were still unresolved at the time of the relocation. Mr. Jason Price with Allen’s Communications was instrumental in getting our lines working. He brought the necessary equipment and hooked everything up so that we were able to have VoIP phones. This allowed us to serve the public without any disruptions. We have since cancelled the AT&T lines and have everything needed to efficiently handle calls during any future emergencies utilizing Allen’s Communication equipment and internet service.
The fan motor in the mini split air conditioner was inoperable. A new motor was ordered and will be in- stalled tomorrow.
During the backup batteries installation, the router/modem was im- pacted and al- though the systems were down, everything was reset. Once again Mr. Price of Allen’s Communications was instrumental in correcting the problems that arose. Text to 911 was the last function to be repaired.
Mr. Louis Gaudet with Intrado worked diligently to bring our phone system back online. Mr. Smith advised that we should draft a letter to thank Mr. Gaudet for his tireless efforts. Mr. Verret advised that we should present a plaque of appreciation to Mr. Price.
During preparations for Hurricane Francine, Mrs. Angeron contacted the parish maintenance de- partment to install the plywood covering on the windows of the call center. This has been a standard procedure for many years. Un- fortunately, the plywood was not provided or in- stalled, leaving the center vulnerable during this time. A carport cover was blown here from a neighboring building. This could have caused major damage to the call center, and equipment, if the windows had shattered, as well as causing a dangerous situation for the employees. Employee vehicles in the parking lot prevented the large sheets of metal from hitting the windows.
We will participate in National Night Out against Crime.
We still have a shortage of em- ployees and are hoping to fill the positions as soon as possible.
General Discussion: None
Adjournment: Mr. Mayon made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members present were in favor and the motion carried.
Approved: ——————
Mr. Ed Smith,
Chairman
September 26, 2024
Attest: —————
Charlette
Angeron,
Director
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PUBLIC NOTICE
St. Mary Parish
Water & Sewer Comm. 2
P.O. Box 635
Patterson, La. 70392
September 9, 2024
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m. at the district office with President, Chris Cooper presiding.
Present: Chris Cooper - President, Tony Hensgens - Vice President, Thomas Philbrook - Sec. Treas. Board Members – Raymond Beadle & Paul Tholen
Guests: Larry & Pam Fromenthal - Fromenthal Plumbing, Reid Miller - Miller Engineers Employees- Alexis Hartman, Misty Estay, Destinee Dimaggio, and T.J. Gardella.
Chris Cooper called the meeting to order and roll call was taken.
August’s board minutes were ac- cepted as circulated. With a motion from Tony Hensgens and a second from Raymond Beadle, motion carried.
Accounts Payable and Treasurer’s Report was accepted by motion from Thomas Philbrook, and a second by Paul Tholen. With all in favor, motion passed.
Larry Fromenthal provided his maintenance re- port for the month. With new meter installs he has had some leaks to re- pair. Barousse Sewer Station had water infiltration, and has been repaired. Larry is currently waiting on Cox’s Cable to reroute lines, to continue moving forward with Arlington Rd. Due to the weather, there were a couple of issues with the pump stations that have been resolved. Everything is set up for Hurricane prep. Larry stated he needs a 4 in. pump. Chis Cooper called everywhere in the area to rent one and nothing was available. He found a 6 in. in Thibodaux that we will pick up tomorrow.
T.J. Gardella gave his maintenance report for the month. He updated the board that the meter crew is nearing completion. They will return when the remaining in- ventory comes in. He stated the storm prep has been completed. T.J. also advised the board that smoke testing needs to continue. He stated water loss is average.
Tony Hensgens gave a water plant update, and stated they still have repairs to complete.
Chris Cooper welcomed the new office employee Destinee DiMaggio.
Reid Miller stated that he has submitted everything to the state for Capital Outlay. This will include 2 water lines projects and 2 sewer projects. He stated that the letters of support will need to be requested.
Reid suggested to the board that the property at the Boy Blue Sewer Station be surveyed. With a motion from Tony Hensgens and a second from Paul Tholen, motion carried.
Per Tim Matte’s audit report presented at August’s meeting, we have policies and procedures that we are actively implementing, however they are not in writing. A motion was made by Thomas Philbrook to add the written policies and procedures and with a second from Raymond Beadle, all were in favor and motion passed.
Cox Communication is our new internet and phone provider for the office. With billing due dates, the monthly bill needs to be on Auto-Pay to avoid any late payments. With a motion from Raymond Beadle, and a second from Paul Tholen, motion passed.
Tony Hensgens made a motion to Declare State of Emergency due to the Hurricane Francine, with a second from Raymond Beadle, motion passed.
There being no further business to come before the board, motion was made by Raymond Beadle to adjourn. With a second from Tony Hensgens, all were in favor and motion passed.
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Tony Hensgens
Vice President
———————
Misty Estay
Recording
Secretary
Adv. Oct. 30, 2024

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St. Mary’s 911 system is getting ready to say goodbye to a woman who has stood by people through fires, crimes, floods, sickness and crashes.
St. Mary Parish 911 Communications District’s Board of Directors and staff announced the retirement of District Director Charlette Angeron.
Angeron submitted her formal letter Thursday stating her intent to retire. Her last day will be Jan. 25 after a fulfilling 25-year career with the district.
Before joining the district, Angeron’s background included work as a bookkeeper at MC Bank and teaching seventh-grade students at Immanuel Christian School, according to biographical information from the district.
On June 30, 1999, Angeron began her career with the district as a dispatcher. In May 2007, she had completed all National Emergency Number Association/Association of Public Safety Communications Officials courses and training requirements.
Angeron put her teaching skills to work when she became the organization’s first nationally certified training instructor. For several years, she was the only district employee with the credentials to train other employees in public safety telecommunications and fire service.
On Dec. 24, 2007, Angeron was promoted to a supervisory position. In this capacity, she continued to provide training and guidance to employees, she assisted with scheduling and conducted performance evaluations amongst many other responsibilities.
Since June 2010, Angeron has served as the district’s director. As director, Angeron efficiently managed the budget; worked to build better relationships with other agencies; and she was instrumental in reaching an agreement with the St. Mary Fire Association to assist with the financing and upkeep of the fire radio dispatch equipment.
Under Angeron’s leadership, the E911 phone and fire radio equipment systems were upgraded to meet national standards. The district’s first computer-aided dispatch system was also implemented during her tenure.
“Angeron has guided with a steady hand,” according to the press release. “She has brought peace and unity to the center; she saw potential where others didn’t; and she always encouraged employees to excel.
“She ruled with an iron fist in a velvet glove. She was always firm but fair. Through it all, she never forgot where she started. She has not only been a leader, but she has also been a mentor and friend.”
The press release said the district has “been blessed with Angeron’s leadership and our board and staff are truly excited for her as she enters a new chapter in life. Mrs. Angeron has been an integral part of the district over the years. Her resilience has led to contributions that will always be remembered and worthy of our admiration.”
St. Mary Parish 911 Communications is hiring for the position of district director. Send resumes to cangeron@stmary911.com. Download an application from stmary911.com. The deadline is Nov. 20.

June 22, 1931 — October 25, 2024
Doris Bailey Aucoin, 93, a resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully, Friday, October 25, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Doris was born June 22, 1931, in Napoleonville, the daughter of Edward and Lionella Bailey.
With a heart of gold, Doris lovingly provided for her family, running Aucoin’s Chicken Shack for over 10 years. Her work ethic and dedication set an example for many. She leaves behind a legacy of hard work, sacrifice, and unwavering love.
She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her four children, Sandra Daigle and husband Randy, Wendy Bertrand and husband Steve, Christine Faulk and husband Keith, and Timmy Aucoin and wife Pam; sister, Lucille Gros; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Edward Bailey and Lionella Gros Bailey; husband, Ervin Aucoin; nine siblings, Eunice Eues, Wilton Bailey, Lionel Bailey, Herman Bailey, Raymond Bailey, Leroy Bailey, Wilbert Bailey, Eddie Bailey, and Edmae Bergeron.

Gov. Jeff Landry has called the Louisiana Legislature to a special session to tackle tax reform, hoping to modernize the state’s tax system and boost economic growth.
The session will run from Nov. 6 until no later than 6 p.m. on Nov. 25.
“This special session fulfills the promise we made to the people of Louisiana to rebuild our economy and make Louisiana a place where people want to raise a family and create jobs,” Landry said in a news release. “I am eager to enact this new playbook and finally make Louisiana a beacon of hope — inviting families and businesses back home,” Landry added.
“It’s time we move Louisiana forward.” Landry said.
He highlighted priorities like a permanent pay raise for teachers, increased take-home pay for workers, elimination of prescription drug taxes, and tax relief for seniors.
The proposal includes measures like a 3% flat income tax rate, expanded sales tax on digital services, and the elimination of certain local tax exemptions.
The Public Affairs Research Council estimate that higher earners, especially those making $150,000 or more, will receive around 54% of the total tax benefits, while the remaining tax savings will be distributed among lower-income groups.
Though larger dollar cuts favor wealthier residents, lower-income households will experience greater relief proportionally, with some earning under $35,000 seeing tax cuts up to 50%. Meanwhile, wealthier households face notable sales tax increases, paying a higher share of the overall sales tax revenue.
The reform’s shift toward taxing consumption, including digital products and out-of-state spending, is modeled after policies in states like North Carolina, aimed at broadening the tax base while reducing income tax reliance.
Some caution, however, that the rapid pace of this special session may limit debate on such substantial changes. Critics argue these reforms could be better handled in the Legislature’s upcoming fiscal session next year.
The proposals include a comprehensive overhaul of Article VII of the state constitution. The proposed changes would affect areas like prescription drug tax exemptions, local government funding, and severance tax distribution.
A central feature of the proposal is expanding the state’s current prescription drug tax exemption to all local parishes, eliminating the 5-6% tax on medications some parishes currently impose.
“We don’t think people should pay the tax to be sick,” said Department of Revenue Secretary Richard Nelson, explaining that this would align Louisiana with other states that already prohibit such taxes.
Additional reforms include doubling the standard deduction for seniors, raising it to $25,000 for single filers and $50,000 for married couples, along with transferring several funds from the constitution to statutory control, such as the Revenue Stabilization Fund, which would be redirected to the general fund.
The rewrite also proposes that 15% of revenue from corporate, franchise, and severance taxes be directed to a “rainy day” fund for economic downturns.
Teacher pay would also be addressed, with parishes mandated to increase salaries for teachers and support staff, and the state taking on part of the unfunded liability tied to these pay raises.
Other provisions include moving property tax elements, aside from the homestead exemption, into state statutes, providing an optional inventory tax exemption for parishes, and removing the cap on severance tax distributions, allowing parishes to receive more than the current limit of $1.2 million.