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LEPA UNIT NO. 1 PARTICIPANTS COMMITTEE MEETING OF LOUISIANA ENERGY AND POWER AUTHORITY (LEPA) HELD AT THE OFFICES OF LEPA IN LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA ON NOVEMBER 28, 2023.
The members of the LEPA Unit No. 1 Participants Committee attended a scheduled meeting on November 28, 2023 at the LEPA Administrative Building, 210 Venture Way, Lafayette, Louisiana after due notice of said meeting.
Present for the LEPA Unit No. 1 Participants Committee were:
Mayor Buz Craft, representing the Town of Vidalia
Mr. Ernest Brown, representing the City of Houma
Mayor Loria Hollins, representing the Town of Jonesville
Mr. Paul Seawell, representing the City of Plaquemine
Absent:
Mayor Charles “Chuck” Robichaux, representing the City of Rayne
Mayor Lee Dragna, representing the City of Morgan City
The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
On motion by Mr. Brown that was seconded by Mr. Seawell, the Minutes of the August 31, 2023 meeting of the Committee, copies of which were in Members’ packets, were unanimously approved as circulated to Committee members.
Mr. Joe Rogers with Legend Consulting then re- ported on LEPA Unit No. 1 operations. He reported that the unit was currently on its fall outage. Joe Rogers, LEPA’s engineer, then reported on the fall outage. He reported that GE maintenance needed to be accelerated. The outage commenced on October 30. He reported that the steam turbine needed an oil change. The sample panel was updated. The water treatment plant was clean and upgraded with equipment. The synchronization switch for the CTG was upgraded. Other parts of the unit were inspected. The CTG was analyzed with a borescope. He reported that the Contract Service Agreement allow-ed LEPA to pay only from 18,000 fired hours to 25,000 fired hours. Thus, the cost will be for approximately 1/3 of the usual cost. The projected cost for the hot section will be approximately $1,200,000. The projected cost for the combustor will be approximately $450,000. He then presented a schematic of the turbine. He reported that the borescope report indicated that the turbine was unusable. I said forth on the document presented on-screen. He then showed photos of the blades showing erosion of the thermal barrier coating. He reported that GE had already shipped a hot section which is presently on site at the plant.
He reported that there is a possibility of increasing premium pricing in MISO to assist in paying for the repairs that need to be done. That money that can be put into a contingency fund for the future.
He then discussed acquiring new VIGV hardware. He further reported that if work will be done, it should commence in mid-December.
The committee then voted to go into executive session to discuss potential litigation by the federal Equal Opportunity Commission and/or a private individual formerly employed at the LEPA Unit No. 1 facility in Morgan City, Louisiana. On motion by Mr. Seawell that was second by Mr. Brown, the members of the committee unanimously voted to go into executive session. The votes were as follow:
Yeas:
Mayor Craft
Mr. Brown
Mayor Hollins
Mr. Seawell
Nays:
None
There was a request by Houma that its general counsel, Mr. He- bert, attend the session. The members of the Committee unanimously voted that he attend.
Thus, the Committee went into executive session.
The Committee returned from the executive session.
On motion by Mayor Hollins that was seconded by Mr. Seawell, the members of the Committee unanimously voted to come out of executive session. The votes were as follows:
Yeas:
Mayor Craft
Mr. Brown
Mayor Hollins
Mr. Seawell
Nays:
None
General Manager Bihm then reported on a proposed budget for 2024 for LEPA Unit No. 1, copies of which were in Members’ packets. He reported that the proposed budget included, renewals and re- placements, in- cluding a hot section exchange. He further reported that the proposed budget included the recommended updates to the VIGV. The budget showed an increase from the 2023 budget. On motion by Mr. Seawell that was seconded by Mr. Brown, the Members of the Committee unanimously voted to adopt the proposed budget.
There being no further business to come before the Committee, on motion by Mr. Brown that was seconded by Mayor Hollins, the Members of the Committee unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting.
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Chairman
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Sec.-Treasurer
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF LOUISIANA ENERGY AND POWER AUTHORITY (LEPA) HELD AT THE OFFICES OF LEPA IN LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA JANUARY 18, 2024.
The members of the Board of Directors held a meeting on January 18, 2024, at the LEPA Administrative Building, 210 Venture Way, Lafayette, Louisiana after due notice of said meeting.
There were present the following directors (or alternate directors where indicated):
Mr. Jonathan Paul, Alternate Director, representing the City of Winnfield
Mr. Gary Moreland, Director, representing the City of Minden
Mayor Charles “Chuck” Robichaux, Director, representing the City of Rayne
Mr. Jeff Stewart, Director, representing the City of Lafayette
Mayor Buz Craft, Director, representing the Town of Vidalia
Mayor Taylor Mencacci, Director, representing the Town of Erath
Mayor Loria Hollins, Director, representing the Town of Jonesville
Mr. Ernest Brown, Alternate Director, representing the City of Houma
Mayor Jason Willis, Director, representing the City of St. Martinville
Mayor Marcus Renfrow, Director, representing the Town of Vinton
Mayor Karl Arceneaux, Director, representing the Town of Welsh
Ms. Natasha Johnson, Director, representing the City of Plaquemine
Mayor Roslyn White, Director, representing the City of Abbeville
Mr. Matt Anderson, Director, representing the City of Natchitoches
Mayor Theron Smith, Director, representing the City of New Roads
Mayor Michael “Mike” Kloesel, Director, representing the City of Kaplan
Mayor Lee Dragna, Director, representing the City of Morgan City
Mayor Jude Reese, Director, representing the Town of Gueydan
Absent:
Ms. Alainna Mire, Alternate Director, representing the City of Alexandria
The meeting was called to order and the presence of a quorum was noted. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
General Manager Bihm reported on the annual transference of power. He reported that Mr. Stewart, as Vice-Chairman, will be the Chairman for 2024. Mayor Robichaux, as Secretary-Treasurer, will be the Vice Chairman for 2024. On motion by Mayor White that was seconded by Mayor Hollins, the Board of Directors unanimously voted to open the floor for nominations for Secretary-Treasurer. On motion by Mayor Robichaux that was seconded by Mayor White, the Board of Directors unanimously voted to accept Mayor Willis as Secretary-Treasurer, with an abstention by Mayor Willis. The Board of Directors then unanimously voted to ratify Chairman Stewart’s appointments of Mayor Arceneaux and Mayor Craft as 2024 Members of the Operating Committee with Mayor Arceneaux and Mayor Craft abstaining.
On motion by Mayor White that was seconded by Mayor Arceneaux, the Board of Directors unanimously voted to approve the final actions authorized by the Operating Committee at the meeting of such Committee held on October 19, 2023.
On motion by Mayor White that was seconded by Mayor Craft, the Board of Directors unanimously voted to approve the minutes of the November 16, 2023, meeting of the Board of Directors.
General Manager Bihm then reported on wholesale power costs as set forth in the documents in Members’ packets.
General Manager Bihm then reported that the price of natural gas on the day of the meeting at the Henry Hub was $2.88/MMBTU, and the 12-month strip was $2.96/MMBTU. He further reported that a month ago, the price of natural gas was at $2.59/MMBTU, and the 12-month strip was at $2.67/MMBTU. All this information was in the documents in Members’s packets. He further reported that a year ago, the price of natural gas was at $3.11/MMBTU, and the 12 month strip a year ago was at $3.55/MMBTU.
Assistant General Manager David Bergeron then gave an update on Rodemacher Unit No. 2. He reported that there was an outage with the unit from January 4 to January 6, and then another outage from January 13 to January 17. The unit is on and there is plenty of coal on the ground.
General Manager Bihm then reported on a request for authorization to surplus a 2010 Ford F-150 pickup truck with 238,328 miles, as set forth in the document in Members’ packets. On motion by Mayor Craft that was seconded by Mayor White, the Board of Directors unanimously voted to authorize LEPA staff to list the old truck as surplus.
General Manager Bihm then reported on the Resolution requesting an opinion from the Louisiana Attorney General regarding providing Local Balancing Authority services to municipalities that are in MISO but not in the LEPA organization and the opinion from the Attorney General’s office, copies of which were in Members’ packets.
General Manager Bihm then reported on House Resolution 155 addressing broadband for underserved areas and the latest developments at the most recent meeting.
General Manager Bihm then reported on a request for approval of a resolution to accept the City of Ruston as a Member of the Louisiana Energy and Power Authority. On motion by Mayor Craft that was seconded by Mayor White, the Board of Directors unanimously voted by roll call to accept the City of Ruston as a member of LEPA. Because the en- abling legislation provides that in order for a new city to become a member, all of the current members of LEPA must vote and the vote must be unanimous, and the City of Alexandria was not in attendance at the meeting, a special meeting may be held to allow the City of Alexandria to vote on the subject.
General Manager Bihm then reported on a proposed intergovernmental agreement between LEPA and the Town of Jonesville, copies of which were in Members’ packets. On motion by Mayor Craft that was seconded by Mayor Arceneaux, the Board of Directors unanimously voted by roll call vote to approve the proposed intergovernmental agreement.
General Manager Bihm then re- ported on a request for approval of the Full Requirement Service Agreement between the City of Abbeville, copies of which were in Members’ packets. On motion by Mayor Craft that was second by Mayor Kloesel, the Board of Directors unanimously voted by roll call vote to approve the Agreement, with Mayor White abstaining.
General Manager Bihm then reported on a request for approval of a Full Re- quirement Incentive Agreement between the City of Abbeville and LEPA, copies of which were in Members’ packets. On motion by Mayor Dragna that was seconded by Mayor Robichaux, the Board of Directors unanimously voted by roll call to approve the Agreement, with Mayor White abstaining.
General Manager Bihm then re- ported on a request for approval of a Full Requirement Service Agreement between the Town of Gueydan and LEPA, copies of which were in Members’ packets. On motion by Mayor White that was seconded by Mayor Craft, the Board of Directors unanimously voted by roll call to approve the Agreement, with Mayor Reese abstaining.
General Manager Bihm then re- ported on a request for approval of a Full Requirement Incentive Agreement between the Town of Gueydan and LEPA, copies of which were in Members’ packets. On motion by Mayor White that was seconded by Mayor Dragna, the Board of Directors unanimously voted by roll call to approve the Agreement, with Mayor Reese abstaining.
There being no further business to come before the Board of Directors, on motion by Mayor Hollins that was seconded by Mayor Reese, the Members of the Board of Directors unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting.
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Chairman
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Secretary
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
MINUTES OF LEPA OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING OF LOUISIANA ENERGY AND POWER AUTHORITY (LEPA) HELD AT THE OFFICES OF LEPA IN LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA ON
FEBRUARY 15, 2024.
The members of the LEPA Operating Committee held a meeting on February 15, 2024 at the LEPA Ad- ministrative Building, 210 Venture Way, Lafayette, Louisiana after due notice of said meeting.
Present for the Operating Committtee were:
Mayor Charles “Chuck” Robichaux, Vice-Chairman, representing the City of Rayne
Mayor Jason Willis, Secretary- Treasurer, representing the City of St. Martinville
Mayor Buz Craft, representing the Town of Vidalia
Mayor Karl Arceneaux, representing the Town of Welsh
Absent:
Mr. Jeffrey Stewart, Chairman, representing the City of Lafayette
The meeting was called to order and the presence of a quorum for the Operating Committee was noted. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
On motion by Mayor Craft that was seconded by Mayor Arceneaux, the Members of the Operating Committee unanimously voted to approve the minutes of the December 20, 2023, Operating Committee meeting, copies of which were in Members’ packets.
General Manager Bihm then reported on wholesale power costs as set forth in the documents in Members’ packets. He reported on the December 2023 rates as well as the rates for the last 12 months. He then reported on residential rates as set forth in the documents in Members’ packets. He then reported on a news story regarding the increase in retail rates by SLEMCO as set forth in the document in Members’ packets.
He reported that on the day of the meeting, natural gas at the Henry Hub was $1.52/MMBTU and the 12-month strip was $2.42/MMBTU. Natural gas at the Henry Hub a year ago was $2.43/MMBTU and the 12-month strip for natural gas at the Henry Hub a year ago was $3.29/MMBTU. That information was in the documents in Members’ packets.
Assistant General Manager David Bergeron then gave an update on Rodemacher Unit No. 2. The unit is on-line and fully available. He reported that the planned 16-day outage has been extended to the fall. He further reported that there will be a two-day outage.
General Manager Bihm then reported on the lineworker ap- prentice training lab-3 program set forth in the documents in Members’ packets.
General Manager Bihm then re- ported on the APPA Lineworkers Rodeo as set forth in the documents in Members’ packets.
General Manager Bihm then re- ported on the vote regarding Ruston becoming a new member of the LEPA organization.
General Manager Bihm then reported on a proposed engagement letter between LEPA and the Darnall, Sikes & Frederick CPA firm, copies of which were in Members’ packets. He reported the CPA firm advised that the cost would be approximately $40,000-$47,500 plus out-of-pocket expenses and LEPA had budgeted $85,000 for the audit. On motion by Mayor Craft that was seconded by Mayor Willis, the Members of such Committee unanimously ap- proved by roll-call vote that LEPA staff execute the proposed agreement. The votes were as follows:
Ayes:
Mayor Robichaux
Mayor Willis
Mayor Craft
Mayor Arceneaux
Nays:
None
Thus, the motion passed unanimously.
General Manager Bihm then reported on an Auditor’s Compliance Questionnaire for Fiscal Year 2023, copies of which were enclosed in Members’ packets. On motion by Mayor Arceneaux that was seconded by Mayor Willis, the Members of such Committee unanimously approved by roll-call vote that LEPA staff members execute the Questionnaire. The votes were as follows:
Ayes:
Mayor Robichaux
Mayor Willis
Mayor Craft
Mayor Arceneaux
Nays:
None
There being no further business to come before the Operating Committee, on motion by Mayor Craft that was seconded by Mayor Willis the Members of such Committee unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting.
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Chairman
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Sec.-Treasurer
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Board of Adjustments Meeting
Regular Meeting
March 4, 2024
6:00 p.m.
St. Mary Parish Courthouse
Fifth Floor
Franklin,
Louisiana
The Board of Adjustments met in Regular Session on this date with, Chairman, John “Booker” Davis presiding, and the following members present: Larry Hotard, Wynord Thomas, Tanya Anderson, and Roy Martin. Absent was Scott Berry, and Keith Lewis.
Mr. Thomas pronounced the Invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Hotard.
Mr. Hotard moved that the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting, February 5, 2024 be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Davis read the request for Greenleaf Dispensary represented by Omar Pecantte for a Front Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 50 ft. to 12 ft. (to place a sign) in a Highway Commercial (HC) Zoned District at 174 Arlington Street, Bayou Vista, LA-Sec. 14 T16S R12E; -Parcel Id# 3014301260.00-1.92 AC rem por parcel V Tract ABCDEFA per plat 11U 111841 lying West of Mcdonalds Corp. fronting Hwy. 90 Acq. 32A 225392.
Mr. Omar Pe- cantte appeared before the board to discuss the request for a Front Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 50 ft. to 12 ft. (to place a sign) in a Highway Commercial (HC) Zoned District at 174 Arlington Street, Bayou Vista, LA-Sec. 14 T16S R12E; -Parcel Id# 3014301260.00-1.92 AC rem por parcel V Tract ABCDEFA per plat 11U 111841 lying West of Mcdonalds. Corp fronting Hwy 90. Acq. 32A 225392.
Mrs. Tammy Luke, Director of Planning and Zoning, explained that the sign will not impair the vision of any vehicles.
Mrs. Luke stated that the sign is currently framed up and will clearly meet the setback requirements.
In reference to Mr. Davis’s inquiry, Mr. Pecantte stated that his business will have approximately 12 employees.
Mr. Thomas made a motion to approve the re- quest for Greenleaf Dispensary represented by Omar Pecantte for a Front Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 50 ft. to 12 ft. (to place a sign) in a Highway Commercial (HC) Zoned District at 174 Arlington Street, Bayou Vista, LA-Sec. 14 T16S R12E; -Parcel Id# 3014301260.00-1.92 AC rem por parcel V Tract ABCDEFA per plat 11U 111841 lying West of Mcdonalds Corp. fronting Hwy 90. Acq. 32A 225392. Mr. Hotard seconded the motion which carried with the following 4-0-0-2 Roll Call Vote:
Yeas: Larry Hotard, Wynord Thomas, Tanya Anderson, and Roy Martin.
Nays: None
Abstained: None
Absent: Scott Berry, and Keith Lewis.
There being no further business, Mr. Hotard moved for adjournment. Mr. Roy seconded the motion, which carried.
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John “Booker” Davis,
Chairman
St. Mary Parish Government Board of Adjustments
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Board of
Adjustments
Public Hearing Minutes
March 4, 2024
5:45 p.m.
St. Mary Parish Courthouse
Fifth Floor
Franklin,
Louisiana
The Board of Adjustments met in Regular Session on this date with, Chairman, John “Booker” Davis presiding, and the following members present: Larry Ho- tard, Wynord Thomas, Tanya Anderson, and Roy Martin. Absent was Scott Berry, and Keith Lewis.
The purpose of the hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following proposed variance of property:
Greenleaf Dispensary represented by Omar Pe- cantte for a Front Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 50 ft. to 12 ft. (to place a sign) in a Highway Commercial (HC) Zoned District at 174 Arlington Street, Bayou Vista, LA-Sec. 14 T16S R12E; -Parcel Id# 3014301260.00-1.92 AC rem por parcel V Tract ABCDEFA per plat 11U 111841 lying West of Mcdonalds Corp. fronting Hwy. 90 Acq. 32A 225392.(Zon-1426)
Mr. Omar Pe- cantte appeared before the board to discuss the request for a Front Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 50 ft. to 12 ft. (to place a sign) in a Highway Commercial (HC) Zoned District at 174 Arlington Street, Bayou Vista, LA-Sec. 14 T16S R12E; -Parcel Id# 3014301260.00-1.92 AC rem por parcel V Tract ABCDEFA per plat 11U 111841 lying West of Mcdonalds Corp. fronting Hwy 90. Acq. 32A 225392.
Mr. Pecantte explained that the reason for the request is so that may place a sign near the road for his business that was recently constructed.
There being no further business, John “Booker” Davis adjourned the Public Hearing.
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John “Booker” Davis,
Chairman
St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments
Adv. May 10, 2024

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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
APRIL 3, 2024
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, April 3, 2024 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., Kendra Thomas, Donald Stephens, Angelena Brocato, Gary Stansbury, Jackie Cheramie and William McCarty
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.
Upon motion of Mrs. Thomas, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board approved and signed the Minutes of March 6, 2024.
Dr. Cefalu opened the floor for Guest/public comments, to which there were none. However it is noted that St. Mary Parish Council Member At Large District 11 Dean Adams, Raymond Pisani with Respiratory Therapy at Ochsner St. Mary (OSM) and Dr. Larry Nelson were present.
Mrs. Cheramie presented the Financial Report for the period ending February 29, 2024. Upon motion of Mrs. Thomas, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board ap- proved the financials/payables as presented.
A brief discussion was held regarding Community Outreach from Ochsner St. Mary and St. Mary Parish School Board. The Board was informed that an email was received today re- garding the up- coming events from Dwan Naverre, Community Outreach Coordinator and would be forwarded to all. Dr. Cefalu and Mrs. Brocato informed the Board of some events that were held (Endocrinologist speaker, Easter Egg Hunt, etc).
Attorney Bourgeois stated there was nothing to report regarding the Capital Outlay Funding at this time.
Attorney Bourgeois discussed the upcoming retirement of Dr.Tomas Birriel-Salcedo and his wishes to donate an ultrasound machine to Hospital Service District #2. After a brief discussion, on motion of Mr. Stephens, second by Mrs. Brocato and unanimously carried, the Board authorized Dr. Cefalu to execute/sign a formal Act of Donation accepting the donation of the uSmart 3200T Ultrasound System with all necessary accessories from Dr. Birriel-Salcedo. On further motion of Mr. Stephens, second by Mr. McCarty and unanimously carried, the Board voted to adopt the following Resolution to congratulate Dr. Birriel on his retirement and to thank him for his generous donation to Hospital Service District #2:
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Hospital Service District No.2 of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, (“DISTRICT”) exists, in part, to represent the public interest in providing hospital and medical care in the district;
WHEREAS, the DISTRICT wishes to express special recognition to Dr. Thomas Birriel-Salcedo (Dr. Birriel) and to honor him for his distinguished career;
WHEREAS, Dr. Birriel attended the University of Puerto Rico, re- ceived his medical degree from Tulane University’s School of Medicine in 1978, joined our hospital’s medical staff in 1994 and previously served as Chief of Surgery and Chief of Staff;
WHEREAS, Dr. Birriel practiced medicine for forty-six (46) years and faithfully provided surgical services to the citizens of the district for thirty (30) years; and,
WHEREAS, upon his retirement, Dr. Birriel generously donated his ultrasound machine to the DISTRICT so that it would remain in the community and continue to be used to provide medical services to citizens of the district.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Hospital Service District No.2 of the Parish of St. Mary does hereby congratulate Dr. Birriel on his retirement, thank him for his 30 years of service to the community, thank him for his generous donation to the DISTRICT and extend our best wishes for many years of happiness in the future.
At this time Dr. Cefalu presented his Chairman’s Report. The Board was informed that Dr. Cefalu and Attorney Bourgeois would be meeting with Jennifer Wise, Chief Nursing Officer and CEO of Ochsner St. Mary and Fernis Leblanc, CEO of Bayou Region for Ochsner to discuss the new Cooperative Endeavor Agreement , the wording of the “tax millage proposition” and the marketing strategy. Council Member Mr. Adams addressed the Board on the HSD’s pursuit of the “new tax millage” and the need for a “clear message” in the proposition and marketing and that with the passing of a millage it will open a lot of doors re- garding “applying for/receiving matched monies.” Further discussions were held regarding the up- coming meeting. Attorney Bourgeois also informed the Board that an email had been received advising that all monies in the Lakewood Hospital Plans (VOYA) have been distributed and/or expensed and that the plans are considered fully terminated.
Upon motion of Mrs. Cheramie, second by Mrs. Thomas and unanimously carried, the Board voted to retire into Executive Session to discuss strategic planning pursuant to LA R.S. 46:1071, et seq.
Upon resuming from Executive Session, with no other business to come before the Board, on motion of Mr. Stephens, second by Mr. Stansbury 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
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
BEFORE THE
LOUISIANA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
Magnolia Water Utility Operating Company, LLC,
Ex Parte
DOCKET NO. U- ————
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In Re: Magnolia Water Utility Operating Company, LLC - 2023 Formula Rate Plan Annual Report, Request for Adjustment of Water and Sewage Rates and Any Other Related Relief
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2023 FORMULA RATE PLAN ANNUAL REPORT, REQUEST FOR ADJUSTMENT OF WATER AND SEWAGE RATES AND ANY OTHER RELATED RELIEF
Name and Address of Party Making Filing:
Magnolia Water Utility Operating Company, LLC
10761 Perkins Road
Suite A
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Name, Address, Email Address, and Telephone Number of Attorney For Party Making Filing:
Andrew B. Ezell
EZELL LAW FIRM, LLC
10761 Perkins Rd., Ste. A
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810
Telephone: (225) 763-2272
Facsimile: (225) 763-2273
Email: aezell@ezellfirm.com
Statement of Action Sought:
Applicant, Magnolia Water Utility Operating Company, LLC, requests that the Louisiana Public Service Commission take the following action:
1) Consider and implement rates to provide the following monthly rates for water and sewer customers:
Water
Tier I – Rates by Meter Size
5/8” & 3/4”: $16.47 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed;
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
1”: $20.58 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
1.5”: $82.33 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
2”: $131.73 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
3”: $247.00 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
4” or greater: $411.67 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
No Meter: $24.62 flat
Tier II – Rates by Meter Size
5/8” & 3/4”: $32.95 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed;
$4.00 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
1”: $41.18 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$4.00 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
1.5”: $164.71 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$4.00 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
2”: $263.55 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$4.00 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
3”: $494.14 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$4.00 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
4” or greater: $823.57 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$4.00 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
No Meter: $49.26 flat
Tier III – Rates by Meter Size
5/8” & 3/4”: $8.84 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
1”: $11.05 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
1.5”: $44.21 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
2”: $70.69 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
3”: $132.62 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
4” & 6”: $221.03 for the first 2,000 gallons consumed
$2.50 for each additional 1,000 gallons consumed
Wastewater
Tier I
Residential: $34.99
Commercial: Based upon formula specified in Title 51, Chapter 15, Section 1501, of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code
Tier II
Residential: $69.99
Commercial: Based upon formula specified in Title 51, Chapter 15, Section 1501, of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code
Twin Oaks Residential: $69.99
Twin Oaks Commercial: Based upon formula specified in Title 51, Chapter 15, Section 1501, of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code
Schools: $34.99
Tier III
Residential: $34.99
Commercial: Based upon formula specified in Title 51, Chapter 15, Section 1501, of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code
2) Consider and grant any other related relief.
Magnolia’s filing may be viewed in the offices of the LPSC located at 602 North Fifth Street, Galvez Building, 11th Floor, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, phone 225-342-4404, and on the LPSC website (www.lpsc.org).
Date by Which a Party Who Desires to Participate In the Proceeding Must File Notice of Protest: May 28, 2024
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
St. Mary Parish Wards 5 & 8 Joint Sewer Commission
P. O. Box 181
Berwick, La 70342
MINUTES
April 1, 2024
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Beadle at 6:00 PM.
Present: Joe Walker, Larry and Pam Fromenthal, Chris Cooper, Micheal Stewart, Mickey Carmouche, Karen Sehon, Kristen Holcombe, and Gary Beadle. Not in attendance Rafael Lopez
The board went over the minutes of previous month’s meeting. Mr. Cooper moved to disburse the reading of the minutes and accept. Mr. Stewart seconded the motion.
The board then went over the treasurer’s report. Mr. Stewart motioned to approve the treasurer’s report and sign checks if all in order. Mr. Cooper seconded the motion.
Providence Engineering has no representative in attendance.
Mr. Carmouche reported monthly maintenance. Chlorine was put out for station 8 & 9 in ditches. He submitted tests into the labs for the water in ditches for documentation. Station 9 has all the leaks repaired. He monitored the station over the weekend with no issues. They have been cleaning up areas to remove all unused materials to be out of the weather. The distributor should be receiving a 100 ft of 1 ½ joint of pipe. He has been looking into the Berwick Ponds. He has not noticed anything out of the ordinary. He spoke with Rafael with the Town of Berwick to get a copy of the map for the ponds and drainage. The ponds are not in the same area as the leaks on River Rd. were repaired. No dead fish were seen in the ponds. A few days later he received a call about sewage in a ditch. This was on the opposite side of Station 8 of Berwicks main line. Someone left the doors open to station 8 and the electricity was turned off. This was the cause of the issues. The issues are now resolved. Per DEQ regulations, Wards 5&8 employees have one hour after a call is received to be on site to respond to alarms etc. He will get with Larry about Station 9 to remove temporary line and put in new pipe, valve, and put back online after repairs are completed. It will be back to the normal discharge system. A couple of weeks ago there was some severe weather that knocked down a large branch at station 6. This knocked out electrical power. There was no building damage. There was a wire hanging off the building. He has called Cleco to get the issue corrected. This should be handled this week. During the same weather, the doors were blown off Station 10. He is currently getting prices for door replacement. He will email prices to the board once received. Station 4 has a couple of aerators needing repairs. He will bring it into the shop to get repaired. The gearbox of aerator 2 at the plant needs repairs. He is still looking into this. The handrails need repairs. The samples for DEQ and chlorine have been sent off. He found 8 holes in the levee. They will work on getting them filled in. He will get Calvin to check the other levees. Mr. Carmouche requested to get a 100 ft of 10” pipe ordered each month to have on hand for repairs. There is an area cleared in the shop to hold the pipe until needed. Mr. Cooper said to get 100 ft. to have on hand for an emergency. The board agrees to get 100 ft of 10” pipe to have on hand that is stored out of the weather for emergency. He will be picking up a few 50 hp motors from MC Electric to have on hand. There are 400 ft of 18” pipe liners to be bidded out as surplus. The board approved to do what is necessary to get this bidded out and taken care of. He had an MRI this week, the results should be in within the week. He will notify everyone as he knows more. He has been dealing with the elbow for a year now.
Mrs. Kristen Holcombe with Kolder, Slaven, & Co. presented the results of the annual audit ac- cording to standards. The audit was seamless. An unmodified option was issued. The reportable findings were identified and discussed. There is not anything to do currently due to limited personnel.
Mr. Beadle will email Mr. Murtada with Providence to get a material list for Station 10 rehabilitation. He will get the list to Mr. Carmouche to start purchasing the materials. Mr. Beadle asked about the hot spot usage. Mr. Carmouche has check-ed with AT&T. They are saying the computer is too old for the hot spot to work. Mr. Beadle will get a quote for a desktop computer and email the board. Mr. Cooper motioned to get a new desktop computer for Mr. Carmouche. Mr. Stewart seconded the motion. Mr. Beadle will contact Mrs. Hidalgo to see what she was able to find out about the fees or penalties for overdue payments from entities. Waste Management has not picked up the dumpster. Mr. Carmouche will contact them again. Mr. Beadle and Mr. Stewart will contact Mr. St. Blanc for an update on email options.
Next meeting scheduled for Monday May 6, 2024.
Having no further business, Mr. Beadle motioned to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Cooper seconded the motion.
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Chairperson
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Secretary/Treasurer
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
16TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT
PARISH OF ST. MARY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
SUCCESSION OF
WILLIAM R. STEVENS
AND
SUSAN STEADAM STEVENS
PROBATE NO. —————
NOTICE
NOTICE IS GIVEN that the administrator of this Succession applying for authority to sell at private sale, on terms $32,500.00 cash, the immovable property owned by the Succession des- cribed below.
125,142 & 128 Stevens Lane, being a portion of the north half of lot number 11 of Richohoc Sub-division, having a front of 110 feet on a ten foot right of way by a depth between parallel lines of 50 feet.
An order authorizing the sale may be issued after seven days from the date of second publication of this notice. An opposition to the application may be filed at any time prior to the issuance of such an order.
By Order of the Court,
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CLERK OF COURT

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Minutes -
April 2, 2024
Council Meeting
City of Patterson, Louisiana
The Mayor and Council of the City of Patterson, Louisiana meeting was held on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. The meeting was held at 1314 Main Street in the Council meeting room at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Rodney Grogan presided over the meeting.
Mayor Rodney Grogan called the Council Meeting to order.
Mayor Grogan announced at this time we will open with a Public Hearing on the following items: Item #1 is the Discussion of Ordinance No. 2024-03 to authorize the city to lease the Old Field House Building, including the term of Lease, consideration, and other terms and conditions. Mayor Grogan asked if anyone in the audience or council would like to comment on the discussion of Ordinance No. 2044-03, there were no comments from the audience or council. Item # 2 is the Discussion of Ordinance #2024-03A to amend the “Side depth” provision of Subsection 4.101 of the Zoning Code to reduce the re- quired side depth from 10’ to 5’. Mayor Grogan asked if anyone in the audience or council would like to comment on the discussion of Ordinance No. 2044-03A, there were no comments from the audience or council. Mayor Grogan then asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing. A motion to close the Public Hearing was made by Councilmember Mamie Perry and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle, Council- members DeMale Bowden, Jr., Ray Dewey, Mamie Perry, Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
Mayor Grogan advised the public we will now enter into our regular meeting.
Pastor Steve Manfield with Bethel Pentecostal led the invocation.
Councilmember DeMale Bowden led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Grogan requested a moment of silence for Mr. Joseph “Joey” Landry who passed away 2 weeks ago and for Mrs. Angeline Aucoin, mother of local businessman, Tim Aucoin.
Midge Bourgeois, City Clerk, called Roll. Councilmembers De- Male Bowden, Jr., Ray Dewey, Mamie Perry, Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle were present.
C. J. Franklin from Providence Engineering, Holden Murray, and Chief Garrett Grogan were in attendance. City Attorney Russel Cre- maldi was absent.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle and seconded by Councilmember Mamie Perry to dispense with the reading and ap- prove the March 5, 2024, minutes. Councilmembers DeMale Bowden, Jr., Ray Dewey, Mamie Perry, Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
Councilmember DeMale Bowden asked Mayor Grogan and Reginald Weary if the council can start getting account balances as per the Thursday before the council meeting on the first of the month. Reginald Weary, CFO replied yes. A motion was made by Councilmember DeMale Bowden and seconded by Councilmember Miranda Weinbach to accept the financial statement submission. Councilmembers De- Male Bowden, Jr., Ray Dewey, Mamie Perry, Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
There were no public comments.
Ms. Briana Comeaux, Principal of Hattie Watts Elementary School stated their school would like to end the school year with a bang and she is here to ask for permission to hold their 1st Annual Glow Family Fun Run on Thursday, May 23, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. This will not be a run to see who finishes first but it’s a family affair where there will be stations along the route with glow necklaces, glow silly string, and so forth. Each station will have glow items. Chief Grogan advised that would not be a problem. A motion was made by Councilmember Mamie Perry and seconded by Councilmember Miranda Weinbach for Hattie Watts Elementary School to host a Glow Fun Run. Councilmembers DeMale Bow-den, Jr., Ray Dewey, Mamie Perry, Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
Beverly Domen-geaux with St. Mary Council of Aging gave her annual report re- lating to several issues and initiatives related to senior care. Ms. Domengeaux in- formed that AARP conducts a monthly feeding event for seniors, which re- quires membership. The parish government also organizes two feedings every month in Morgan City and Franklin respectively. The Purple Lemon and some churches also occasionally provide support to seniors. The Senior Center is a great platform for mobile seniors to socialize, have fellowship, and enjoy meals. The term “homebound” re- fers to seniors aged over 60 who require assistance for daily activities. It was also mentioned that the Council of Aging is facing funding cuts despite an increase in services and supplies. A reduction of 50% in annual allocation from the St. Mary Parish government is one of the main cuts being considered. Ac- cording to the Patterson Census, 12.2% of the population is over 65 years of age. However, the St. Mary Council of Aging caters to a higher percentage, 15-20% daily at the center and 60% for home-bound seniors. The council is in urgent need of a driver for this area, and any assistance in this regard would be greatly appreciated. To facilitate seniors, a St. Mary Council of Aging discount card is available, which they can use to avail discounts at select places.
Howard Parker asked Mayor Grogan and the Council about the sewer line problems on Mill Rd. He also inquired if anyone had received the videos that he had sent showing the sewer coming out of the manholes during a heavy rainstorm. Mr. Parker thanked Councilmember Miranda Weinbach for her efforts in helping try to resolve the sewer line problems and then asked Mayor Grogan who was responsible for fixing the sewer lines on Mill Rd. Mayor Grogan replied that the same people were in charge as at the last meeting. Steve Bierhorst informed the gathering that a smoke test was done and eight major 4” caps were missing. However, all of them were fixed within five days of the findings. Mr. Bierhorst also mentioned that during the last rain, there was some infiltration, but he and the engineer, C.J. Franklin, had spoken that morning and the lift station rehab would begin on April 25, 2024. Mill Rd would be the first station for a complete rehab and rebuild, and a company would come in to put cameras through the entire area in main lines, in addition to the smoke testing, to get a better understanding of what is happening. Mr. Parker asked again when the rehab of the sewer lift station would take place. He mentioned that it would be 10 years since he had been dealing with sewer issues on Mill Rd this coming November. C.J. Franklin, Engineer, advised that it was mostly rainwater and not all sewage coming out of manholes. Mayor Grogan assured Mr. Parker that he had signed off on everything to get sewer problems resolved, and they could move on to the next agenda item.
A motion was made by Councilmember Ray Dewey and seconded by Councilmember Mamie Perry adopting Ordinance No. 2024-03 authorizing the city to lease the Old Field House building, including term of lease, consideration, and other terms and conditions. Mayor Grogan did a roll call. Councilmember DeMale Bow-den, Councilmember Ray Dewey, Councilmember Mamie Perry, Councilmember Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
A motion was made by Councilmember Ray Dewey and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem adopting Or- dinance No. 2024-03A to amend the “Side Depth” provision of Subsection 4.101 of the Zoning Code to reduce the re- quired side depth from 10’ to 5’. Mayor Grogan did a roll call. Councilmember DeMale Bowden, Councilmember Ray Dewey, Councilmember Mamie Perry, Councilmember Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
Mayor Grogan stated that the merger of the commissioners of the Patterson Community Center Board with the Patterson Recreation Board, which is now obsolete. The board will be responsible for managing all parks except Morey Park and the Community Center. The following commissioners have been assigned terms: Regina Leonard for 1 year, Ed Jones for 2 years, Holden Murray for 2 years, Terrence Johnson for 3 years, C.L. Grogan for 3 years, Renee Broussard Stelly for 4 years, and Sandra Turner for 5 years. However, this board will have no jurisdiction to make any changes to the parks or other things. They will need to bring any proposed changes to the council for approval. Also, they will not have any authority over Morey Park as it is located on Main St. Mayor Grogan explained that Morey Park has private donors, including the Acadiana Foundation and Water Conservation, as it is situated near the water, and all of this is related to grants. A motion was made by Councilmember Ray Dewey to the approval of ap- pointments and seconded by Councilmember Miranda Weinbach. Councilmember DeMale Bowden, Councilmember Ray Dewey, Councilmember Mamie Perry, Council- member Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
Reginald Weary, the CFO, has in- formed us that tonight’s meeting will include the introduction of the 2024-2025 budget and projections for our two major accounts. However, he was unable to prepare the entire budget packet due to three factors. Firstly, we have not received our assessment from the parish. Secondly, we have a rate study scheduled for next Friday, which will impact the budget. Finally, our FY 2023-2024 audit will not be completed until April 30, 2024. Mr. Weary went on to state he would not be with the City of Patterson for he had given Mayor Grogan his 2 weeks’ notice. Mayor Grogan read Mr. Weary’s letter of resignation. During the council meeting, Mr. Weary inform-ed the council members that the two primary funds that dictate how the city operates are the General fund and the Utility fund. He ex- pressed his concern about leaving his task unfinished and suggested a Budget Workshop to ensure that the Mayor and the Council can take charge of the numbers for the coming year. The main aim of this workshop would be to achieve fiscal sustainability, and it would be the responsibility of the council to ensure that the city is well taken care of. Mr. Weary also promised to organize a meeting for everyone to make solid projections for the years 2024-2025, but a special call meeting would be re- quired for this purpose. The council scheduled a Special Call meeting for 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.
Mr. Weary an- nounced that the City of Patterson has approved three projects: the Water Meter project, the Water Plant project, and the Sewer project. Mayor Grogan clarified that the new budget needs to be approved by June 30, 2024. However, since there are some numbers that are not plugged in, they do not want to rush into the budget. If the budget is not introduced before June 30, 2024, then they will have to survive off half of the current budget. Mayor Grogan also mentioned that as soon as Mr. Weary turned in his resignation, he contacted the city’s consultant Alan Taylor to advise him. They will take their time to hire a replacement for Mr. Weary to ensure that all the numbers are correct. Councilmember DeMale Bow-den asked about the fiscal sustainability of the present budget and whether it will be maintained. Mr. Bowden reviewed the 14 items that Mr. Weary and Mr. Taylor spoke about cutting and ways of saving. He asked if Mr. Weary could give his recommendation on the items, except for items 13 and 14, to the council so that they could see how they could implement them. Mayor Grogan stated that Reginald Weary wants to have a study done, similar to the parish, where payment and other aspects will align with the jobs the employees are doing. During the council meeting, Mayor Grogan informed that he could meet with 2 council members at a time to discuss the matters he and Reginald had talked about. Further, the Mayor in- formed us that there will be no summer recreation program and feeding for the children this summer as the city could not afford it. The city only charges $50.00 per child for the program, but the parents are not willing to pay this amount. The money for the program is being cut statewide, and it is difficult for the city to bear the cost alone. Councilmember DeMale Bowden inquired about the custodian of the Community Center’s fin- ancial records. Mr. Weary clarified that the Community Center has its own bank account and all their bills come to city hall for auditing by Alan Taylor, consultant. Furthermore, Council- member Mamie Perry asked about how big purchases are made and who approves them. Reginald Weary explained the process of making purchases and who approves them. Lastly, Council- member DeMale Bowden requested that the council receive packets by the end of Monday before the council meeting, so they have enough time to review them and avoid agreeing to anything they have not had time to consider.
City Attorney, Russel Cremaldi has asked that the city get special counsel because this lawsuit will be held in Federal Court. The special counsel will be a lawyer that the city has used be- fore. Mayor Grogan advised he can’t disclose de- tails due to a personnel matter in- volving law enforcement. A motion was made by Councilmember DeMale Bowden and seconded by Councilmember Mamie Perry to contract a special legal counsel that defends in Federal Court about a lawsuit in which our insurance company has some exclusions. Mayor Grogan did a roll call. Councilmember DeMale Bowden, Councilmember Ray Dewey, Councilmember Mamie Perry, Council- member Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
Mayor Grogan read a Resolution of Respect for Sheriff Blaise Smith. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle and seconded by Councilmember Ray Dewey. Council- member DeMale Bowden, Council- member Ray Dewey, Council- member Mamie Perry, Council- member Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
Mayor Grogan read a Resolution of Respect for Joseph Luke “Joey” Landry. A motion was made by Councilmember DeMale Bowden and seconded by Councilmember Mamie Perry. Councilmember DeMale Bowden, Councilmember Ray Dewey, Councilmember Mamie Perry, Council- member Miranda Weinbach, and Mayor Pro Tem Lee Condolle voted yes.
Chief Garrett Grogan had no announcements.
Scott Hutton, Fire Chief had no announcements.
Holden Murry advised that he received an email that we won 2 grants; the Sustainability grant for $15,000 and the City Health Dashboard grant. Mr. Murray ad- vised that any business in the City of Patterson with 10 employees or less, that is not a member of the Chamber of Commerce but would like to be a member, will be going live tomorrow at noon where you can apply for a micro-grant through the Economic Development where we will fund you to become a member of the Chamber of Commerce with a one-year membership, this is not done through city money, this is done through grant money. Other things going on around the city are:
•April 6, 2024 – Grief Support Group at 10:00 a.m.
•April 20, 2024 - E.P.I.C. Outreach Anxiety Support Seminar
•April 27, 2024 - will be a day of service in Keeping Patterson Beautiful by picking up trash throughout the city.
According to C.J. Franklin of Providence Engineering, there have been no changes to the Water and Gas Meter Replacement project. The Construction Agreement Contract was recorded at the Parish Clerk of Court’s office on March 7, 2024. A preconstruction conference was held on March 19, 2024, during which the contractor, E.B.Feucht & Sons, LLC, was given the Notice to Proceed and the recorded Construction Agreement Contract. The project is set to start on April 15, 2024, and is expected to be completed by October 2024. Once the construction is finished, the contractor will submit a Confirmation Letter to the LDH Region 3 office, stating that the project has been completed and constructed according to the plans and specifications approved by LDH.
William Gil from Planning and Zoning advised Louisiana updates its building codes every few years. This year, two new codes were introduced. The first one requires buildings in flood zones to be constructed at least a foot above the base elevation. The second code mandates that a roof being constructed with a 30lb felt must be double felted. Contractors undertaking such work are advised to obtain a permit and adhere to the new regulations, as insurance companies will be verifying compliance.
There being no further business to come before the Mayor and Council, Councilmember Miranda Weinbach made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Councilmember DeMale Bowden. The Council unanimously agreed.
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Rodney A. Grogan,
Mayor
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Midge Bourgeois,
City Clerk
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Posted on door
May 8, 2024 @ 9:00 a.m.
CITY OF
PATTERSON
NOTICE OF
SPECIAL CALL MEETING
Monday – May 13, 2024
5:00 PM
City Hall,
Council Meeting Room
1314 Main Street, Patterson, Louisiana
Notice is hereby given that a Special Call Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Patterson shall meet on Monday, May 13, 2024 @ 5:00 PM, City Hall, 1314 Main Street, Council Meeting Room, Patterson, Louisiana, for the following to-wit:
Fiscal Year Budget
Introduction of the 2024 – 2025 Budget
ADJOURNMENT
Midge Bourgeois,
City Clerk
City of Patterson
1314 Main Street
Patterson, LA 70392
985-395-5205
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Midge Bourgeois at 985-395-5205 describing the assistance that is necessary.
ANY AND ALL BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL WITH THEIR UNANIMOUS CONSENT
“City of Patterson is an Equal Opportunity
Provider and Employer”
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF
BERWICK,
LOUISIANA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
MEETING
Public Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Call to Order: 6:00 P.M.
Place: Council Meeting Room, 3225 Third Street, Berwick, LA 70342
Prayer
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: James Richard, Kevin Hebert, Colleen Askew, Raymond Price & Lud Henry
Minutes from last meeting: April 9, 2024
Treasurer’s Re- port
Guests:
The Beacon Shines on: Mrs. Genevieve Thorguson & Mrs. Patsy Thomas
Police Report:
Fire Report
Public Works Report
Consulting En- gineers Report
Committee Re- ports
ORDINANCES – INTRODUCE/ADOPT
1. Introduce Or- dinance No. 747 – Set Drainage Rates for 2024
2. Introduce Or- dinance No. 748 – Set Millage Rate for 2024
3. Introduce Or- dinance No. 749 – Millage Rate Rolled Forward Reassessment
RESOLUTIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
1. Proclamation No. 02-24 – Older American Month
2. Resolution No. 08-24 – LMGA Appointments
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Introduction of report recommending condemnation and demolishment of structures located on:
3654 5th Street owned by Gary D. Jarman; and 3531 4th Street owned by Mathilda E. Dantin, Dudley J. Dantin and Wihray Dantin
2. Claudia Boudreaux –VFW Patterson Memorial Post 12182- Can Shake – May 18, 2024
3. Clarence Robinson – Presentation from the Berwick Housing Authority - 2023 Payment in Lieu of Taxes
Adjournment
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Jamie Keith, Town Clerk, at (985) 384-8858, P.O. Box 486, Berwick, LA 70342 describing the assistance that is necessary.
Adv. May 10, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District
Court
——
PARISH OF
ST. MARY
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STATE OF
LOUISIANA
AA Marine, LLC
as Successor in
interest to Patterson
State Bank
Vs. No. 137566
Div. “G”
Succession of
William A.
Washburn
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 improvements
thereon
and thereunto
belonging and all
rights, ways, privileges
and servitudes
thereunto
belonging and all
rights, ways, privileges
and servitudes
thereunto
appertaining, lying
and being situated
in Section 13,
T 15 S, R 12 E,
Town of Berwick,
Parish of St. Mary,
State of Louisiana,
being more particularly
known, designated
and described
as Lot Two
(2), containing
2.07 acres, more or
less, as shown on
the plat entitled
“Plan of Land
Showing Glenwild3
Subdivision
Phase II” prepared
by Miller Engineers
& Associates,
Inc., dated
March 9, 1998,
bearing Drawing
No. 9801 and
recorded in St.
Mary Parish COB
41-M, Entry No.
262,183 to which
reference is made
for greater particularly
as to location,
dimensions,
boundaries, shape
and description of
said lot or parcel of
land. According to
said plan of land
described herein
said Lot Two (2)
has a frontage
along the northerly
side of Fairview
Drive (formerly
known as Old
Spanish Trail) a
distance of One
Hundred Fifty and
Forty Nine Hundredths
(150.49’)
feet, with a depth
along its easterly
boundary line of
distance of Six
Hundred Eighteen
(618’) feet, more or
less, to the bank of
the Atchafalaya
River, with a depth
along its westerly
boundary line a
distance of Six
Hundred Thirty
Seven (637’) feet,
more or less, to the
bank of the Atchafalaya
River and
with a width
across the rear
along the meandering
bank of the
Atchafalaya River
a distance of One
Hundred Forty
Nine (149’) feet
more or less. According
to said
plan of land, Lot
Two (2) is bounded
northerly by the
Atchafalaya River,
easterly by Lot
Three (3) of Glenwild
Subdivision
Phase II, westerly
by Lot One (1) of
Glenwild Subdivision
Phase II and
southerly by Fairview
Drive (formerly
known as
Old Spanish Trail).
Being the same
property acquired
by William A.
Washburn from
the Joseph A. Carbonell
and/or Leah
C. Carbonell Revocable
Living Trust
by act of Cash
Deed recorded
September 17,
2012 in St. Mary
Parish COB 261,
page 126, under
Entry No. 314,300.
The hereinabove
described property
bears the municipal
address of 1458
Old Spanish Trail,
Berwick, Louisiana
70342 (also
known as 1458
Fairview Drive,
Berwick, Louisiana
70342).
to satisfy the
sum of FIVE HUNDRED
FORTY-
FOUR THOUSAND
SIX HUNDRED
SEVENTY-
THREE AND
5 5 / 1 0 0
( $ 5 4 4 , 6 7 3 . 5 5 )
DOLLARS in principal,
with accrued
interest and late
fees through May
1, 2023, expenses
advanced of
$12,621.19 for
property taxes,
and interest thereafter
at the rate of
$123.35 per day
until paid, with
25% of said principal
and interest as
attorney’s fees and
all costs of this
proceedings as
well as all sheriff ’s
costs and commissions
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 12th day of
June A.D., 2024,
be- tween the legal
hours commencing
at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary,
La.
Thursday, the 4th
day of June A.D.,
2024
GARY DRISKILL,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. May 10 and
June 5, 2024

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