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Financial crimes, speeding 102 mph among charges in weekend arrests

Mon, 05/06/2024 - 3:42pm
Staff Report

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

Berwick police on Saturday arrested a Morgan City man wanted for financial crimes in Assumption Parish. St. Mary deputies made three arrests related to alcohol use, and Patterson officers booked a man accused of driving 102 mph through town.

Berwick

Chief David Leonard reported these arrests:

--Justin Adams, 46, Morgan City, was arrested at 10:50 p.m. Saturday on Assumption warrants alleging identity theft, bank fraud, access device fraud, forgery and monetary instrument abuse, and on a St. Mary warrant alleging failure to appear on charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, alprazolam and heroin.

About 10:45 p.m. Saturday, the Berwick Police Department received calls about Adams having active warrants and being at a local business. Officers confirmed that Adams had active warrants through St. Mary Parish as well as Assumption Parish.

Adams was located at the business and placed under arrest without incident. He was then transported to the Berwick Police Department where he was booked on the above charges.

St. Mary

Sheriff Gary Driskell reported that over the last 72-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 82 complaints and made these arrests:

--Arthur Lee Collins Sr., 53, Baldwin, was arrested at 12:34 a.m. Sunday on charges of operating a vehicle under the influence, negligent injuring (vehicular), reckless operation (with accident) and driver must be licensed.

Bail has not been set at this time.

--Luis Alonzo Jiron-Tejada, 58, Amelia, was arrested at 10:02 p.m. Sunday on charges of careless operation, driving while intoxicated and driver must be licensed. Bail was set at $2,000.

--Denatia Shacoae Broussard, 28, New Iberia, was arrested at 12:08 a.m. Monday on charges of disturbing the peace (intoxicated) and resisting arrest or officer. Bail was set at $5,000.

--Cordaro Anthony Kimber Sr., 34, Franklin, was arrested at 3:13 p.m. Friday on a warrant alleging failure to appear for on charges of operating a vehicle while license is suspended, revoked, or canceled; improper turn or failure to give required signal; operation a vehicle without an inspection certificate; and possession of marijuana.

Kimber was released on a $1,050 bond.

--Phil Kenneth Lodrigue Jr., 44, Thibodaux, was arrested at 4:19 p.m. Friday on a charge of theft and on two warrants alleging failure to appear on charges of simple criminal damage to property and unauthorized use of a movable. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Mariano Coccoc, 36, Amelia, was arrested at 8:14 p.m. Sunday on a charge of resisting an officer (false information) and on a warrant alleging failure to appear for the charge of reckless operation of a vehicle. Bail was set at $455.

--Louis Joseph Morgan Sr., 41, Morgan City, was arrested at 5:08 a.m. Friday on a warrant alleging failure to appear for a charge of possession of methamphetamine. Bail was set at $5,000.

Patterson

Chief Garrett Grogan reported these arrests:

--Jhalen M. Brown, 22, Gabriel Circle, St. Martinville, was arrested at 3:47 a.m. Sunday on charges of driving while intoxicated (second offense), reckless operation, open container in motor vehicle and speeding 102 mph in a 55 mph zone.
Brown is currently incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with no bond set.

--William D. Brimzy, 31, Lydia Street, Patterson, was arrested at 2:20 p.m. Sunday on charges of domestic abuse battery and threatening a public official.
Brimzy is incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail.

Morgan City

Chief Chad M. Adams reported that over the last 72-hour reporting period, the Morgan City Police Department responded to 102 calls and made these arrests:

--Frank Johnson Jr., 57, Maine Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 7:50 a.m. Sunday on a charge of remaining after being forbidden.

--Breanne E. Guy, 32, North Sterling, Lafayette, was arrested at 3:05 p.m. Sunday as a fugitive from the Lafayette Police Department.

--Brittan M. Boudreaux, 39, Elizabeth Drive, Morgan City, was arrested at 6:13 p.m. Sunday on a charge of remaining after being forbidden.

Franklin

Chief Cedric Handy reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to 25 complaints over the weekend and made these arrests:

--Keenze Howard, 55, Ninth Street, Franklin, was arrested at 11:49 p.m. Friday on a warrant dated May 1 alleging for aggravated assault and simple battery.

Howard was additionally arrested on the charges of flight from an officer and possession of drug paraphernalia, and on warrants for 6th Ward Morgan City Court alleging failure to appear on charges of license plate, improper lighting and contempt of court.

Howard was booked, processed and held with no bond set at the time of press release.

--Brendan Comeaux, 31, Kirk Street, Franklin, was arrested at 3:01 a.m. Saturday on two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia. Comeaux was additionally arrested on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on charges of vehicle license required and driving under suspension, and on a warrant for 16th Judicial District Court alleging failure to appear on the charge of criminal neglect of family.

Comeaux was booked, processed and transported to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center.

--Leonce Perro, 33, Twelfth Street, Franklin, was arrested at 7:29 p.m. Saturday on a warrant dated March 7 alleging simple criminal damage to property. Perro was booked, processed and released on a $1,000 bond.

--Christian Druilhet, 25, Henshaw Drive, New Iberia, was arrested at 11:19 p.m. Saturday on warrants dated March 28 alleging simple criminal damage to property, two counts of domestic abuse battery and simple criminal damage to property.

Druilhet was additionally arrested on the charges of domestic abuse battery with child endangerment and resisting an officer with force. Druilhet was booked, processed and held with no bond set at the time of press release.

--Key'ance Louis, 22, Samuel Street, Franklin, was arrested at 7:31 p.m. Sunday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on the charge of leash law. Louis was booked, processed and held on a $300 bond.

---Tyrelle Edwards, 24, Main Street, Franklin, was arrested on at 8:36 p.m. Sunday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on charges of stop signs, switched license plate and driving under suspension. Edwards was additionally arrested on a charge of simple escape.

Edwards was booked, processed and held with no bond set at the time of press release.

--Stacey Grubb, 43, Iberia Street, Franklin, was arrested at 10:52 p.m. Sunday on a warrant for 16th Judicial District Court alleging failure to appear on a charge of operating a vehicle while license suspended. Grubb was booked, processed and held with no bond set at the time of press release.

--Michael Payton, 36, North Branch Street, Baldwin, was arrested at 3:21 a.m. Monday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on charges of speeding and resisting an officer. Payton was booked, processed and held on a $478 bond.

Morgan City police radio logs for May 2-5

Mon, 05/06/2024 - 3:30pm

The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605.
Thursday, May 2
7:50 a.m. 2000 block of Allison Street; Animal complaint.
7:53 a.m. 1000 block of Hilda Street; Animal complaint.
9:35 a.m. 500 block of Louisa Street; Animal complaint.
12:37 p.m. 700 block of Willow Street; Complaint.
12:44 p.m. 7100 block of Park Road; Animal complaint.
2:48 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
3:38 p.m. David Drive; Complaint.
4:03 p.m. 400 block of Brashear Avenue; Complaint.
4:08 p.m. 600 block of Marshall Street; Complaint.
6:26 p.m. 1400 block of North Third Street; Complaint.
7:50 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Complaint.
8:55 p.m. 300 block of Laurel Street; Theft.
8:55 p.m. 100 block of Poncio Street; Medical.
9:23 p.m. 1000 block of McDermott Drive; Arrest.
10:20 p.m. 300 block of Laurel Street; Disturbance.
10:47 p.m. U.S. 90; Reckless Operation.
11:24 p.m. 300 block of Terrebonne Street; Warrant.
Friday, May 3
1:28 a.m. 100 block of Railroad Avenue; Suspicious vehicle.
1:31 a.m. 6000 block of Railroad Avenue; Alarm.
7:01 a.m. 900 block of Railroad Avenue; Animal complaint.
9:50 a.m. 300 block of Greenwood Street; 911 hang up.
10:07 a.m. 1200 block of Victor II Boulevard; Medical.
10:51 a.m. 2300 block of La. 70; Reckless driver.
10:57 a.m. 200 block of Railroad Avenue; Hit and run.
11:41 a.m. 3000 block of Lake Palourde Drive; Medical.
11:47 a.m. 100 block of Montana Street; Civil matter.
12:48 p.m. 6300 block of La. 182; Vehicle accident.
1:06 p.m. 1400 block of North Third Street; Criminal damage to property.
2:23 p.m. 200 block of Wren Street; Medical.
2:38 p.m. 1400 block of North First Street; Civil matter.
3:42 p.m. 300 block of Chennault Street; Animal complaint.
3:47 p.m. 6600 block of La. 182; Animal complaint.
4:46 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Medical.
5:15 p.m. Area of Wren Street; Disturbance.
5:42 p.m. U.S. 90 East/Siracusa Highrise; Stalled vehicle.
6:09 p.m. 500 block of Leona Street; Medical.
6:31 p.m. 500 block of Egle Street; Complaint.
6:50 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
7:03 p.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Vehicle accident.
7:38 p.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Vehicle accident.
9:47 p.m. 1800 block of Maple Street; Medical.
11:04 p.m. 7500 block of La. 182; Removal of subject.
11:55 p.m. 1400 block of Federal Avenue; Complaint.
11:59 p.m. 600 block of Willow Street; Medical.
2:44 a.m. Area of Railroad Avenue; Suspicious person/vehicle.
Saturday, May 4
6:58 a.m. 400 block of Myrtle Street; Animal complaint.
7:38 a.m. 100 block of Wren Street; Stand by.
9:03 a.m. 3300 block of Youngs Road; Assistance.
9:20 a.m. 7500 block of La. 182; Reckless driver.
9:55 a.m. 1100 block of General Clark Street; Animal complaint.
10:02 a.m. 1700 block of Elm Street; Medical.
10:14 a.m. 600 block of Barrow Street; Animal complaint.
10:30 a.m. 2000 block of Railroad Avenue; Suspicious subject.
11:36 a.m. 1200 block of Front Street; Loud music.
12:17 p.m. La. 182/Greenwood Overpass; Reckless driver.
12:42 p.m. 600 block of Leona Street; Remove subject.
12:56 p.m. 700 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; 911 hang up.
12:59 p.m. U.S. 90 West/East of city; Suspicious vehicle.
1:06 p.m. 7400 block of La. 182; Vehicle accident.
1:34 p.m. 400 block of Everett Street; Welfare concern.
1:38 p.m. 1000 block of La. 70; Hit and run.
1:47 p.m. 7500 block of La. 182; Vehicle accident.
1:51 p.m. U.S. 90/Federal Avenue Onramp; Traffic incident.
2:29 p.m. 7500 block of La. 182; Medical.
3:41 p.m. 1200 block of Victor II Boulevard; Shoplifting.
7:09 p.m. 1100 block of Marguerite Street; Complaint.
7:30 p.m. 8000 block of La. 182; Alarm.
7:34 p.m. Area of Terrebonne Street; Reckless Driver.
7:41 p.m. 1400 block of Bernice Street; Suspicious person/vehicle.
7:52 p.m. 2400 block of Apple Street; Loud music.
8:19 p.m. 7100 block of La. 182; Disturbance.
8:45 p.m. 2300 block of Elm Street; Assistance.
9:37 p.m. 1000 block of Levee Road; Complaint.
10:47 p.m. 600 block of Arenz Street; Complaint.
12:04 a.m. 500 block of Leona Street; Medical.
Sunday, May 5
6:49 a.m. U.S. 90 Westbound; Suspicious vehicle.
6:54 a.m. Cardinal/Wren streets; Patrol request.
7:46 a.m. Fifth/Everett streets; Suspicious subject.
8:56 a.m. 1500 block of Chestnut Drive; Remove subject.
9:08 a.m. 500 block of Brashear Avenue; Alarm.
9:20 a.m. U.S. 90 West/Federal Avenue; Suspicious subject.
10:40 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Animal complaint.
11:57 a.m. 2700 block of Shaw Drive; Telephone harassment.
12:10 p.m. 6000 block of Railroad Avenue; Animal complaint.
12:35 p.m. 2300 block of Cypress Street; Complaint.
1:05 p.m. 1800 block of Filmore Street; Remove subject.
1:22 p.m. 1800 block of Filmore Street; Medical.
1:29 p.m. 10 block of Glenwood Street; Criminal damage to property.
2:14 p.m. 300 block of Ninth Street; Utilities.
2:31 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Simple kidnapping.
2:35 p.m. 600 block of Kentucky Street; Medical.
3:10 p.m. 2400 block of Apple Street; Telephone harassment.
3:48 p.m. 7300 block of La. 182; Remove subject.
4:01 p.m. 200 block of Patton Street; Animal complaint.
4:53 p.m. Federal Avenue/Adams Street; Animal complaint.
5:01 p.m. U.S. 90 West/Bridge; Traffic incident.
6:05 p.m. 1100 block of McDermott Drive; Suspicious person/vehicle.
6:31 p.m. Area of Fifth/Freret streets; Complaint.
7:37 p.m. 600 block of Fifth Street; Removal of subject.
7:49 p.m. 1200 block of South Prescott Street; Theft.
8:34 p.m. Area of Glenwood Street; Animal complaint.
8:45 p.m. 2300 block of La. 70; Stand by.
9:02 p.m. 1200 block of South Prescott Street; Complaint.
10:59 p.m. 700 block of David Drive; Alarm.
3:52 a.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Theft.

UPDATED WITH STORY: Central Catholic's Fuhrer signs Nicholls track letter

Mon, 05/06/2024 - 12:13pm
BILL DECKER
bdecker@daily-review.com

Who knew that tagging along with Dad could be a ticket to collegiate athletics?
That’s the way life worked out for Central Catholic track athlete Charlie Ann Fuhrer, who signed a letter of intent as a preferred walk-on Monday with Nicholls State.
She’s the daughter of Joellen and CCHS track coach David Fuhrer of Berwick.
David Fuhrer remembers his daughter’s introduction to the javelin.
“She would come to practice with me after school when she was in the sixth and seventh grade,” he said. “She played softball and she had a strong arm.”
“I didn’t know what the javelin was or how to do it,” Charlie Ann Fuhrer remembers.
But she began working with senior Ava Nicar.
“She really took me under her wing,” the new Nicholls signee said.
Her seventh-grade efforts weren’t good enough to make the high school team for the Class 1A Eagles. But she came back stronger for her eighth-grade year and competed with the high school team.
Fuhrer also paid Nicar’s help forward by working with sophomore Ava Vaccarella this year.
Fuhrer was disappointed with her eighth-place finish in the state Class 1A championships this year. But she had a personal best of 108 feet 11 inches.
She plans to study business administration at Nicholls with a concentration in pre-law and hopes of becoming an attorney.
Nicholls State track returns to Houston Thursday through Saturday for the 2024 Southland Outdoor Championships.
They recently competed in the J. Fred Duckett Twilight at Rice University.
In the javelin, Nicholls’ Amiya Matthews took ninth in the woman’s javelin with a 115.78.

Central Catholic track champions

Mon, 05/06/2024 - 11:57am

These three Central Catholic students won Class 1A state championships in last week's state track and field event at LSU. From left: Addison Grizzaffi won the discus championship with a best throw of 131.1 feet; Ava-Claire Calais was the winner in the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 47.37 seconds; and Jorden Geason is the triple jump champion with a leap of 33 feet, 11.75 inches.

The Review/Bill Decker

Shot fired at Berwick officers; no one injured

Mon, 05/06/2024 - 11:19am

Berwick police are reporting a shot fired at officers as they responded to a report of an armed suicidal person in an Ehrlich Street home.

No one was injured in the incident in the 500 block about Ehrlich just after 9:30 a.m. Monday, and the subject was taken into custody without incident.

Berwick Elementary was placed on cautionary status because it is near the shooting scene.

“All students and staff at Berwick Elementary School are safe, and learning is ongoing,” said a school system press release.

Metal Shark will build patrol boats bound for Jamaica

Sun, 05/05/2024 - 6:00am

Louisiana-based boat builder Metal Shark has announced a contract to build 22 welded-aluminum high-speed surface interceptor vessels for the Jamaica Defence Force.

JDF has selected the Metal Shark 36 Fearless, a high-performance center console craft proven in service with multiple military, law enforcement, and first responder agencies worldwide, Metal Shark said in a press release.

Procured via direct purchase, these new surface interceptor vessels will be used by the JDF-Coast Guard for law enforcement, patrolling, and interdiction missions within Jamaica’s exclusive economic zone. The contract also includes operational and maintenance training for the JDF.

“Our 36 Fearless is a high-performance multi-mission platform that will drastically enhance the JDF-CG’s operational capabilities,” said Henry Irizarry, Metal Shark vice president of international business development “Metal Shark worked closely with the client to outfit these vessels with the most appropriate equipment to meet their specific operational requirements.”

Powered by triple 300-HP Yamaha four-stroke outboard engines and equipped with a Furuno navigation package with radar, FLIR thermal imaging camera, and Ullman shock-mitigating seating, the new vessels will reach speeds in the 55-knot range while keeping crews safe and secure in the ocean conditions prevalent off the Jamaican coast.

Like Metal Shark’s entire range of Fearless-class interceptors, the 36 Fearless features a twin-stepped SVVT (stepped vee, ventilated tunnel) hull designed by renowned naval architect Michael Peters.

With the acquisition of its new Metal Shark interceptor fleet, the JDF-CG will join a growing list of 36 Fearless operators including the Puerto Rico Police Department, San Juan Police Department, Virginia Beach Police Department, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, NOAA Law Enforcement, and Royal Moroccan Navy.

“Our high-performance Fearless models are steadily becoming the go-to choice for militaries and law enforcement agencies needing faster, offshore-capable interceptors,” said Metal Shark CEO Chris Allard. “Whether selling two, four, 15, or now an unprecedented 22 of them at a time, we continue to showcase our ability to rapidly and repeatedly deliver a high-quality, high-performance vessel that is unique in the marketplace and growing in demand. We thank the Jamaica Defence Force for their trust in us, and we look forward to delivering the new JDF-CG interceptor fleet.”

Metal Shark specializes in the design and construction of welded aluminum vessels from 16 feet to over 300 feet for defense, law enforcement and commercial operators. Key customers include US and foreign militaries, law enforcement agencies, fire departments, passenger vessel operators, pilot associations, and other clients worldwide. With three fully self-contained boat building facilities in Louisiana USA; a research, design and testing facility in Alabama, USA; plus a dedicated engineering facility in Croatia, Metal Shark’s 400+ employees produce over 200 vessels per year with a proud and proven track record of high quality, on time deliveries. www.metalsharkboats.com

Game time for weeball, T-ball, softball in Morgan City

Sat, 05/04/2024 - 11:23am

Saturday was opening day for Morgan City youth league weeball, T-ball and softball players.

The opening ceremonies drew hundreds to Complex Park for the first day of play in the rapidly expanding leagues. Morgan City Mayor Lee Dragna took the first swing at a teed-up ball, accompanied by Councilmen Lou Tamporello and Steve Domangue, to open the season officially.

The teams in all four leagues played short games to give every player a chance to bat.

Garber Brothers sponsored all 10 weeball teams this year.

The T-ball teams are Blanchard Family Properties, Candy Fleet, A.J. Dohmann, Peace Candles, Tiger Island, Landry's Legal, LAD Services and Wildflower Boutique.

Teams will compete in two softball leagues.

The Rookie League teams are Courville's Seafood, M C Bank, Candy Fleet, Cannata's, Gary Driskell for Sheriff, Cajun Sneaux and Wildflower Boutique.

In the Minor League, the teams Grizzaffi's, Guidry & Horaist Orthodontics, and All American Lawn Care and Drain Cleaning.

The opening ceremonies for the older baseball leagues was last month.

The Review/Bill Decker

Dear Abby: Bitter son won't allow Mom to find happiness

Fri, 05/03/2024 - 6:00am

DEAR ABBY: My sister “Sandy” divorced her husband 15 years ago. Her oldest son, “Nick,” has never gotten over it. He’s 30 now and has treated her badly over the years. He not only vandalized her home but has also said horrible things to her. She maintained a relationship with him despite his behavior, supporting him emotionally and sometimes financially.
Sandy has been engaged to her long-term boyfriend for three years, but Nick is hostile toward him. He calls him names, denigrates his faith and refuses to accept him as part of the family. Her fiancé has grown tired of this treatment, and I’m afraid it may cause their breakup.
My sister doesn’t want to lose her son over this, and everyone in our family, including her other children, loves Nick. What can she do?
SEES DYSFUNCTION IN NEW MEXICO

DEAR SEES: What your sister should do depends upon what’s more important to her. If losing her fiancé to maintain a relationship with her disrespectful and unloving son is paramount, she should end their romantic relationship. Of course, it won’t change her son’s deplorable behavior, and she will have to accept that. OR she can decide to go on with her life and possibly marry her gentleman friend. The rest of the family can continue to love Nick as much as they wish, and everyone will be happier.
P.S. I can’t help but wonder why this letter came from you and not from your sister. The most unwelcome advice is that which is unsolicited.

DEAR ABBY: As far as I’m concerned, my marriage is over. For the past 10 years or more, my wife has recklessly spent our joint savings and my pension savings, taken out credit cards in my name without my knowledge and put us through bankruptcy. We now have over $50k in debt with nothing left. She has also been having affairs on the side.
I can’t trust a word she says or continue to live like this. Each time, she has begged for forgiveness and promised not to do it anymore — until she does it a week later. We agreed to separate a month ago, but now she realizes there’s not going to be any regular income from me and wants to stay married. When I told her no, she attacked me physically.
I don’t want the police involved. I have a daughter on the spectrum. Although she’s a young adult, she will blame me, and what relationship I have with her will be destroyed. I have been advised to not move out, as that can be seen by the courts as abandoning my property to her. Please advise, Abby.
END OF THE ROAD

DEAR END: The best advice I can offer you is to tell this story to the best divorce lawyer you can find (interview SEVERAL) and follow that person’s advice TO THE LETTER. If you must remain on the property, buy a sturdy lock for your bedroom door, and use it. If your wife becomes violent again, DO involve the police, and get out of there as soon as you safely can.
***
For an excellent guide to becoming a better conversationalist and a more sociable person, order “How to Be Popular.” Send your name and mailing address, plus check or money order for $8 to: Dear Abby, Popularity Booklet, P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 61054-0447.

Pet Talk: Sudden behavior change can puzzle dog's owner

Fri, 05/03/2024 - 6:00am

Dog aggression is a condition that can hit home for pet owners, as it can be unsettling, stressful, and even dangerous, not only for the dog but also for other pets, family members and strangers.
Because some forms of aggression are rare and unexpected, such as rage syndrome, Dr. Lori Teller, a clinical professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, provides guidance on how owners can recognize and respond to the varying signs of aggression.
What is
rage syndrome?
Rage syndrome, a serious and complex condition that causes dogs to become aggressive without any apparent trigger, can be challenging to diagnose and treat effectively.
“Dogs with rage syndrome have episodes of extreme aggression toward a person or other animals that occur seemingly out-of-the-blue and without provocation, yet they otherwise appear friendly and happy,” Teller said.
The exact cause of rage syndrome remains unclear, though Teller pointed out that there can be genetic and neurological factors involved. Nevertheless, owners should remain vigilant for varying signs of the disorder.
“No identifiable trigger leading up to the attack is one clear sign of rage syndrome,” Teller said.
“Additional signs include confusion or seeming dazedness during or immediately after an episode, glazed eyes, dramatic escalation of aggression without any warning, and unpredictability of episodes.”
Other forms of aggression vs.
rage syndrome
On the other hand, it’s important not to confuse conflict- or fear-based aggression with rage syndrome.
Aggressions stemming from conflict or fear are more common than rage syndrome because they are natural responses to perceived threats or conflicts in the environment.
“There is usually an identifiable trigger for other forms of aggression, unlike with rage syndrome, but some owners have a hard time reading a dog’s body language or recognizing the trigger, making it challenging at first to determine what type of aggression a dog may have,” Teller explained. “With fear-based or conflict aggression, a dog will often exhibit warning signs before attacking, such as a hunched body posture, lip-licking, trembling, baring teeth, growling or snapping.
Aggression of this type is often defensive in nature, yet Teller says dogs also exhibit predatory behaviors that, while appearing aggressive, are actually offensive in nature and are driven by a dog’s natural instincts to pursue prey.
How owners
should respond
When a dog is in the midst of an aggressive episode, owners should avoid intervening physically, as this could lead to injuries. Once the dog has calmed down, owners should take them to their veterinarian for a thorough examination.
“The veterinarian will obtain a complete behavioral history and probably perform some diagnostic tests to rule out a medical problem that has led to the aggressive behaviors,” Teller explained.
“An example of a medical problem that may trigger an aggressive response is when someone touches a painful area, such as with osteoarthritis or an ear infection.
”Teller also noted that rage syndrome can be caused by seizure-like activity in the brain, so veterinarians may recommend an electroencephalogram, a test that measures electrical activity in the brain, or an advanced imaging modality such as an MRI or CT scan, which takes detailed images of the brain to identify any abnormalities in its structure.
Managing aggression in dogs, however, will require a comprehensive approach that addresses both the underlying causes and immediate behavioral issues.
“Depending on the underlying cause of aggression, the dog may be put on an anxiolytic medication to relieve anxiety, an anticonvulsant to control the risk of seizures, or a combination of medications,” Teller said.
“A behavioral modification plan will also be instituted, and in some cases, a referral may be made to a veterinary behaviorist.”
By understanding the differences between forms of aggression and seeking professional help when needed, owners can provide the necessary care and support for their dogs.
The impact of aggression on a dog’s life can be minimized as a result, leading to a safer and happier environment for both the dog and its owners.
Pet Talk is a service of the School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University. Stories can be viewed on the web at vetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet-talk. Suggestions for future topics may be directed to vmbs-editor@tamu.edu.

Public notices for May 3, 2024

Fri, 05/03/2024 - 6:00am

PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY, STATE OF LOUISIANA
APRIL 10, 2024
FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA
The St. Mary Parish Council met on this date in Regular Session with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present Rev. Craig Mathews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., Mark Duhon, Dean Adams, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.
The Invocation was pronounced by Mr. Olander and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Hill.
Mr. Olander moved that the reading of the Second Regular Meeting minutes, March 27, 2024, be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
Mrs. Hidalgo requested to move up Item 15A, “Resolution of respect in memory of Honorable Blaise W. Smith, St. Mary Parish Sheriff.”
Dr. Rink moved that the following Resolution be adopted. The Council seconded the motion, which carried by the following 10-0-0-1 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Mathews, Ina, Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Adams, Rink, and Hidalgo
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Du- hon
RESOLUTION OF RESPECT
WHEREAS, the Lord Almighty in His Infinite mercy and goodness has seen fit to remove from our midst, St. Mary Parish Sheriff Blaise W. Smith, and
WHEREAS, Sheriff Smith was an immensely proud veteran of the United States Army that served in combat during the Vietnam War, and
WHEREAS, Sheriff Smith then began a lifelong career in Law Enforcement dedicating over 50 years working with various agencies, culminating in serving the citizens of St. Mary Parish as Sheriff since 2018 until his passing, and
WHEREAS, he was truly a man with a servant’s heart that exemplified the meaning of dedication, integrity, faithfulness, compassion, and honesty, and
WHEREAS, Sheriff Smith was a 32nd degree Mason Member of the Franklin Masonic Lodge 57 and the Breaux Bridge Lodge 746, as well as a three time past Master, Secretary, and Chaplain, and
WHEREAS, the members of the St. Mary Parish Council wish to acknowledge publicly their sorrow and sympathy to the family of Sheriff Smith, and
WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council hopes that his family will find comfort in the thought that their grief and sorrow are shared by their friends.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the St. Mary Parish Council through the unanimous adoption of this resolution that they solemnly deliberate with sincere condolences, sympathy, and understanding during this time of grief.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 10th day of April 2024.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Former Parish President, David Hanagriff ap- peared before the Council to discuss the state of St. Mary Parish. He expounded on the budget, revenues, expenses, and anticipated funds.
St. Mary Council on Aging Executive Director, Beverly Domengeaux requested to re- schedule discussing their annual report, to the April 24, 2024 Parish Council Meeting agenda.
911 Communications District Chairman, Ed- ward L. Smith appeared before the Council to discuss the proposed lease amendment between St. Mary Parish Government and St. Mary Parish Communications District.
In response to several Council Members’ inquiries, Mr. Smith expounded on their budget, purchase and/or maintenance of radios, purchase of the Computer Automated Dispatch System (CAD), lease agreements for other entities that occupy office space in the same building, and building maintenance.
St. Mary Parish Sheriff Gary Driskell and Chief Deputy John Kahl appeared before the Council to discuss relations between St. Mary Parish Council/Government and the Sheriff department.
Sheriff Driskell expounded on their deficit, jail security levels, the Parish’s fixed ex- penses, and items that the Parish is responsible for by law.
In response to several Council Members’ inquiries, Sheriff Driskell expounded on the meeting he and Chief Deputy John Kahl had with President Sam Jones and Council Member Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D., relative to the jail, taxes, and security at Parish Council meetings.
After lengthy discussion regarding security at Parish Council Meetings, Mrs. Hidalgo reminded the Council that in 2018, Rev. Mathews stressed concerns relative to the need for security at the entrance of the St. Mary Parish Courthouse. She informed that in 2018, the Chairman requested to have security attend all Parish Council meetings. She stated that she would like to see security re- main at all Council meetings and would also like to have the security devices installed at the front en- trance.
In response to several Council Members’ inquiries, Chief Deputy John Kahl ex- pounded on the conversation that was had with President Jones and Dr. Rink relative to security at Parish Council meetings.
Several Council Members discussed the need to continue security at Parish Council meetings.
Mrs. Hidalgo reminded the guest that they can only discuss items on the agenda.
City of Morgan City Mayor, Lee Dragna appeared before the Council on behalf of the citizens of West St. Mary Parish to discuss the state of St. Mary Parish.
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
A. Go into Executive Session (if necessary) to re- ceive an oral or written report re- garding potential litigation pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 42:17 that, in pertinent part, reads as follows:
A public body may hold an executive session pursuant to R.S. 42:16 for one or more of the following reasons:
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(2) Strategy sessions or negations with respect to collective bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation when an open meeting would have a detrimental affect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body.
Mr. Adams moved that the Parish Council, Legal Counsel Morgan Guillory Bodin, and Parish President Sam Jones go into Executive Session to discuss strategy sessions or negations with respect to collective bargaining, prospective litigation after formal written demand, or litigation when an open meeting would have a detrimental affect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body.
Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
Following Executive Session, Mr. Olander moved that the April 10, 2024 Regular Meeting be reconvened. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried.
Parish President, Sam Jones expounded on the budget and stated that bills will be paid.
Parish President, Sam Jones moved to appoint Paul Governale as Interim Chief Ad- ministrative Officer (CAO) for a period of 30 days.
Mr. Adams mov-ed that the Council accept the appointment of Paul Governale as Interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for a period of 30 days. Mr. Duhon seconded the motion.
Several Council Members expounded on appointing a permanent CAO and discussed the organizational chart that was submitted to the Council tonight. Discussion was had relative to the director’s authority and the restructuring decision of a Public Works em- ployee that was made by the Public Works Director.
After discussion, Mr. Adams moved that the Council accept the appointment of Paul Governale as Interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for a period of 30 days. Mr. Duhon seconded the motion, which carried with the following 9-0-2-0 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Hidalgo, and Mathews
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Ina and Rink
ABSENT: None
President Jones reported that a budget amendment will be presented to help balance the budget.
Mr. Adams mov- ed that the reading of the Advisory Budget/Finance Committee Report – March 27, 2024 be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried.
Dr. Rink introduced the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE
NO.
Ordinance amending and re-enacting Ordinance No. 2351 adopting the 2024 Combined Budgets of Revenues and Expenditures for the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana.
BE IT OR- DAINED, by the St. Mary Parish Council, that the following 2024 Combined Budgets of Revenues and Expenditures are hereby adopted and that all amounts appropriated for all accounts shall not exceed the amounts fixed therefor in the Budget of Expenditures; the Administration shall notify the Council within 30 days of a budget account fluctuation of five percent (5%) below revenues or five percent (5%) over in expenditures and the necessary budget amendments shall be made:
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
Rev. Mathews moved that the following Ordinance be adopted. Mr. Ina seconded the motion, which carried by the following 10-1-0-0 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Olander, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hi- dalgo, Mathews, and Ina
NAYS: Hill
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ORDINANCE
NO. 2363
An Ordinance authorizing the Parish of St. Mary to enter into a Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement with St. Mary Parish Communications District for the lease of property at 1200 David Drive, Morgan City, Louisiana.
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
Exhibit “A”
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
PARISH OF ST MARY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN ST. MARY PARISH GOVERNMENT AND ST. MARY PARISH COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT
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THIS SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT, dated the ——— day of ————————, 2024, by and between the St. Mary Parish Government (hereinafter, the “Parish”) appearing herein through its President, Sam Jones (duly authorized to act herein by virtue of Ordinance No. ———— of the St. Mary Parish Council) and the St. Mary Parish Communications District (hereinafter, the “District”), appearing herein through its Chairman, ———————— (duly authorized).
On May 20, 1998, and August 26, 1998, the Parish entered into a Lease Agreement with the District relative to the use of a certain portion of the premises located at 1200 David Drive, Morgan City, LA, all as set forth said document, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herewith; and
On February 21, 2001, and April 4, 2001, the Parish entered into an Amendment to the Lease Agreement with the District, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herewith.
And now the said parties have mutually agreed to the following amendment to Paragraph 1 of said lease:
1. This lease is made for and in consideration of a monthly rental of $800.00 (Eight hundred dollars). This amendment shall be effective May 1, 2024.
2. The remaining Paragraphs and conditions of the Original Lease shall remain in full force and effect.
THUS, DONE AND SIGNED at Franklin, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana on this ——— day of ———————, 2024.
ST. MARY PARISH GOVERNMENT
BY: —————
SAM JONES,
PARISH PRESIDENT
WITNESSES:
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ST. MARY PARISH COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT
BY: —————
CHAIRPERSON
WITNESSES:
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Rev. Mathews moved that the following Ordinances be adopted. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried by the following 10-0-0-0 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo, Mathews, Ina, and Olander
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ORDINANCE
NO. 2364
An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Rezonings (Zoning Map Amendments).
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
EXHIBIT “A”
Name: John Darden
Address: 3850 Chitimacha Trail
Charenton, LA
Parcel Id# 2145021013.00- Sec.27 T13S R9E.
R Darden being Por No. 2 Joseph Armelin Et Al part per Plat CC 21066 Acq. 253 313259.
PURPOSE: to rezone from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to Agricultural (AG) Zoned District.
ORDINANCE
NO. 2365
An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use.
THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OF- FICE
EXHIBIT “A”
Name: Christopher Patout
2417 Canal St.
Jeanerette, La. 70544
Address: 1545 Hwy. 668, Jeanerette, LA
Parcel Id# 1635004025.00- Sec.67 T13S R8E;
4.00 Ac Tract BD Public Road - Monnot - D C Roane - Monnot Acq. 158 300211.
Currently Zoned: Agricultural (AG) Zoned District
Specific Use Purpose: to in- crease the depth and size of an existing pond in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District. An additional fifteen (15’) feet wide making the width hundred (100’) feet and a depth of eight (8’) deep.
Mr. Adams mov-ed that the following Resolution be adopted. Mr. He- bert seconded the motion, which carried by the following 11-0-0-0 Roll Call vote:
YEAS: Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo, Mathews, Ina, Olander, and Hill
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION
Resolution ap- proving and authorizing the Interim Chief Administrative Officer to assume the re- sponsibilities of operating the Water & Sewer Commission No. 5 in the absence of a Board of Commissioners.
WHEREAS, the Chief Administrative Officer, Jean Paul Bourg, was authorized to as- sume the responsibilities of operating the St. Mary Parish Water & Sewer Commission No. 5 at the May 10, 2023, St. Mary Parish Council meeting; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bourg has resigned his position with St. Mary Parish, including his authority over the St. Mary Parish Water & Sewer Commission No. 5; and
WHEREAS, St. Mary Parish President has appointed Paul J. Governale as the Interim Chief Administrative Officer for St. Mary Parish Government; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the St. Mary Parish Council does hereby authorize Paul J. Governale, Interim Chief Administrative Officer to assume the responsibilities of operating the Water & Sewer Commission No. 5, including signing checks, contracts, and other documents relative to the operations in the absence of a Board of Commissioners.
ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 10th day of April 2024.
APPROVED:
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO,
CHAIRPERSON
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
ATTEST:
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
LISA C.
MORGAN,
CLERK
ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Per Rev. Mathews’ inquiry, Lisa Morgan stated that this resolution is to allow the newly appointed interim CAO to continue to assume operating responsibilities in the absence of a board of commissioners.
OLD BUSINESS:
A. Referred from the March 27, 2024, Regular Meeting - Appointment to the following Boards and Commissions:
St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer Commission No. 5 (Four Corners/Glencoe) – 6 Vacancies
Sandra E. Lockett – Present Member, Merker Broussard, Sr. – Present Member, Wayne Caesar, Sr. – Present Member, Roy C. Louviere, Bettye J. Tillman, Virginia Sutton – Present Member, Nekesia Bowie, Lionel “Butch” Metz
Lisa Morgan in- formed that she had to re-advertise these vacancies because they were past the six month requirement to be appointed. She stated that all applicants will be placed on the agenda for consideration.
In response to Rev. Mathews’ inquiry, Lisa Morgan stated that this is a seven (7) member board and that Mr. Frank Mathews’ vacancy is also being advertised.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. We received the following fin- ancial statements:
SMP Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 – year ended September 30, 2023
Fire Protection District No. 7 - year ended September 30, 2023
Recreation District No. 1 - year ended September 30, 2023
Recreation District No. 2 - year ended September 30, 2023
Recreation District No. 5 - year ended September 30, 2023
St. Mary Parish Tourist Commission – year ended September 30, 2023
Water & Sewer Commission No. 3 – year ended September 30, 2023
B. Mr. Beau Martin has written to resign from the Water and Sewer Commission No. 3 Board of Commissioners on March 25, 2024.
Mr. Martin will be sent a letter thanking him for his service and the vacancy will be advertised.
C. Mr. Andrew J. Bienvenu has written to resign from the Recreation District No. 4 Board of Commissioners on April 4, 2024.
Mr. Bienvenu will be sent a letter thanking him for his service and the vacancy will be advertised.
D. Kristina Sarai, Director of Government Af- fairs, Cox Communications, “As you know, Cox is re- quired to obtain permission from local broadcast stations and cable networks to provide their signals on our channel lineup. We’re in discussions to renew agreements with the following programmers and broadcasters:
Station, Channel
Tennis Channel HD East, 249, 323
Bally Sports Southwest HD East, 38
Bally Sports Southwest Extra HD East, 79
If we’re unable to reach a new agreement by the expiration dates, these networks can prevent us from including their stations in our lineup.
Please feel free to contact me at 504-952-2013 should you have any questions.
E. Discussion and action relative to security for the Council Meetings. (Mrs. Hidalgo)
Mr. Adams mov- ed to approve that security be provided at all Council Meetings. Rev. Mathews seconded the motion, which carried.
F. Discussion and action relative to agenda deadlines. (Mrs. Hidalgo)
Mrs. Hidalgo re- minded the Council that the deadline to place an item(s) on the agenda is noon on the Friday before the meeting.
Lisa Morgan asked that the Council contact her early because sometimes she has to get an opinion from Legal Counsel that takes time to research.
Discussion and action relative to the appointment of temporary/interim CAO for St. Mary Parish Government. (Rev. Mathews)
This item was discussed earlier.
G. Discussion and action relative to creating a new St. Mary Parish Home Rule Charter. (Mr. Ina)
Mr. Ina referred this item to the April 24, 2024 agenda.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
S/G
GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo,
Chairperson
S/G LISA C. MORGAN
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. May 3, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC
HEARING REPORT
APRIL 10, 2024
FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA
5:45 P.M.
The St. Mary Parish Council held a Public Hearing on this date with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present: Rev. Craig Mathews, Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., and Dean Adams. Ab- sent was J Ina, Mark Duhon, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.
The purpose of the Public Hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following Ordinances:
An Ordinance authorizing the Parish of St. Mary to enter into a Second Amendment Lease Agreement with St. Mary Parish Communications District for the lease of property at 1200 David Drive, Morgan City, Louisiana.
An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Rezonings (Zoning Map Amendments) . (John Dar-den)
An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use. (Christopher Pat-out)
Clerk of the Council, Lisa Morgan stated that 911 Communications District Chairman, Edward Smith submitted a letter to the Council relative to a proposed monthly rent/lease agreement be- tween St. Mary Parish Government and St. Mary Parish Communication District Board.
There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried.
s/g Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo
Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo,
Chairperson
s/g Lisa C. Morgan
Lisa C. Morgan,
Clerk
Adv. May 3, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Adjustment for the Mayor & Councilmen of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, will meet and hold a Public Hearing in the court room of the City Court Building on Highway 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana, at 6:00 P.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2024 to hear applications and/or objections to the following variances to the zoning ordinance.
1.) WCB, INC/DR. TIM TREGLE, PRESIDENT-514 LEVEE RD. MORGAN CITY, LA 70380
PARCEL # 3164401205.00
ZONING DISTRICT “B-2” BUSINESS
REQUEST PERMISSION TO DEVIATE FROM THE REGULATION PROHIBITING THE PLACEMENT OF MANUFACTURED HOMES AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES WITHIN A “B-2” BUSINESS DISTRICT.
(NOTE: BY LOUISIANA STATE LAW AND FEMA, A RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CANNOT BE USED AS A PERMANENT LIVING ARRANGEMENT. THE TERM “PERMANENT” IS DEFINED AS 180 DAYS OR MORE.)
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN THAT said Board of Adjustment for the Mayor & Councilmen of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, at said time and place will hear any and all objections to the proposed application. After hearing and passing on such objections, if any there be, said Board of Adjustment for the Mayor & Councilmen of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana, will proceed if they so determine to act on the applications, all in accordance with law (LA R.S. 33:4727).
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT FOR THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY
ATTEST:
ANDREW REED,
SECRETARY
KENDRA
THOMAS,
CHAIRMAN
Adv. MAY 3, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on MONDAY, MAY 6, 2024, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
Chase Verret for a Front Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 50 ft. to Five (5) ft., Rear Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 40 ft. to Five (5) ft and a Side Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 25 ft. to Five (5) ft. in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District at 20501 Hwy 90 W Frontage Rd, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 33 T16S R8E: -Parcel Id# 1785001033.00 16 Ac Por Tract 8c Vickie Broussard Clement Prop Per Plat 44i 274461 Situated in Sec 33T13S R8E Being Por Tract 8 Luke Landry Est Part Plat A Per Plat 22s 183667 Acq. 297 319372 & -Parcel Id# 1785001034.00 12 Ac Por Tract 8C Vickie Broussard Clement Prop Per Plat 44I 274461 Situated in Sec 69 T13S R8E Being Por Tract 8 Luke Landry Est Part Plat A Per Plat 22s 183667 Acq 297 319372 (Zon-1428)
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above VARIANCE REQUEST.
St. Mary Parish
Board of Adjustments
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. April 19, 26 and May 3, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on MONDAY, MAY 6, 2024, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
Angela Billiot for a Rear Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 40 ft. to Seven (7) ft., a West Side Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 25 ft. to 13 ft. and an East Side Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 25 ft. to Five (5) ft. in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District at 8645 Hwy 182, Franklin LA -Sec. 5 T15S R10E: -Parcel Id# 2534561032.00 16 Lot Tract ABCDA Per Plat 27P 208056 Acq 431 339571. Improvement on the land of Lil Mama’s Kitchen LLC Acq 431 339571. Im- provement on the land of Lil Mama’s Kitchen LLC Acq 431 339571 Im- provement on the land of Lil Mama’s Kitchen LLC Acq 431 339571. (Zon-1429)
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above VARIANCE REQUEST.
St. Mary Parish
Board of Adjustments
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. April 19, 26 and May 3, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on MONDAY, May 6, 2024, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
Roosevelt James for a Front, Rear, and Side Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 50 ft.(front) to 10 ft., required 40 ft. (rear) to five (5) ft., and required 25 ft. (side) to five (5) ft. located in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District at 1256 Martin Luther King Rd., Charenton, LA- Sec. 34 T13S R9E; -Parcel Id# 2145001026.00-Lot BD Holloway – Passen – Passen – Lane Acq. 7U 82897.
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above VARIANCE REQUEST.
St. Mary Parish
Board of Adjustments
Barry Druilhet, Chairman
Adv. April 19, 26 and May 3, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed ordinance has been introduced for enactment by the City Council of Morgan City, Louisiana.
Said proposed ordinance provides for fixing the rates of tax to be assessed by the Municipal Corporation of Morgan City, Louisiana, for the Calendar Year 2024.
Copies of the proposed ordinance are available for inspection at City Hall and may be obtained by contacting the Administrative Secretary at 385-1770.
Notice is further given that a public hearing has been called for 6:00 PM, local time, on May 28, 2024, in the Court Room, City Court Building, Highway 182 East at Myrtle Street, Morgan City, Louisiana to receive and consider public input concerning said proposed ordinance.
/s/ Genie G.
Bonner
Genie G. Bonner
Administrative Secretary
Adv. May 3, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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PARISH OF
ST. MARY
——
STATE OF
LOUISIANA
Gitsit Solutions LLC
Vs. No. 138302 Div “G”
Kirk P. Courtney, As Independent Executor of The Successions of Janet B. Courtney A/K/A Janet Boudreaux Courtney and Bobby R. Courtney
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit:
That certain tract or parcel of land, together with all improvements (if any) thereon, and all rights, ways, privileges, appurtenances and prescriptions thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, be- ing Lot Three (3) and the East Five Feet of Lot Four (E5’ Lot 4), Square 30, Unit No. III, of Lakeside Subdivision, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, as shown on plat of survey by J. J. Krebs & Sons, dated July 18, 1969, recorded in St. Mary Parish Conveyance Book 15-U, Entry No. 141,073; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property.
to satisfy the sum of TWO HUNDRED FORTY SEVEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED SIXTY THREE AND 13/100 ($247,563.13) DOLLARS, as of March 8, 2024 with interest thereon at 0.00% to date and then thereon at variable rates per annum, subject to adjustment as specified in the note and in accordance with law, until paid; additional principal resulting from Loan Advances to pay mortgage in- surance premiums per annum servicing fees taxes, hazard insurance premiums and special assessments re- pairs to and/or for maintenance of the property in- spection, BPO, ap- praisal and other fees for the protection, preservation, repair and recovery of the property amounts paid for the protection and preservation of the lien of the mortgage and for the protection and preservation of the mortgagee’s interest thereunder, and interest on such Loan Advances at 0.00% to date and then thereon at variable rates per annum, all of which plaintiff is permitted to prove by affidavit filed or submitted before distribution by the sheriff of the proceeds of the judicial sale herein; plaintiff is owed or will be owed the following charges as they accrue or are incurred; all expenses incurred in enforcing the note and mortgage including reasonable attorney’s fees as allowed by the note and mortgage all law changes, costs, fees and expenses incurred in connection or relating to this proceeding including without limitation sheriff’s commission, sheriff’s costs and all costs of this proceedings as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission
All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale.
I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law 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 5th 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.
Tuesday, the 26th day of March A.D., 2024
GARY L.
DRISKELL,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. May 3 and 29, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF
PATTERSON
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
MEETING
May 7, 2024
A Public Meeting will be held as follows:
DATE: May 7, 2024
TIME: 6:00 PM
PLACE OF MEETING: City Hall, Council Meeting Room, 1314 Main Street, Patterson, Louisiana 70392
AGENDA
1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR
2) INVOCATION
3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4) ROLL CALL
5) APPROVAL OF THE APRIL 2, 2024 MINUTES.
6) SUBMISSION OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
7) PUBLIC COMMENT
8) GUEST
1) Patterson High School Cheerleaders – approval for a Scavenger Hunt.
2) Patterson High School Girls Basketball team – approval for a can shake.
3) Devin Washington – AAU (St. Mary Parish Elite) girls and Boys Basketball Teams – can shake ap- proval
4)Recognize Franklin High School Basketball team for their State Win.
5)T’Ala Johnson – Community Garden
9) UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10) NEW BUSINESS
1) Appoint committee to hire a Certified Public Accountant
2) Permission to hire Pam Washington to assist Alan Taylor and staff in preparing the 2024 -2025 budget and other necessary financial matters until July 1, 2024.
3) Recommendation from the Planning & Zoning Board to approve a mobile home park for Bobby & Patricia Jennings on the corner of MLK & Myrtle – mobile home park
4) Recommendation from the Planning & Zoning Board to grant a variance for Bobby d Patricia Jennings’s proposed trailer park on the corner of MLK & Myrtle - mobile home parks require 1 acre, the applicant has 9/10’s of an acre.
5) Recommendation from Planning & Zoning Board to grant BC Rentals request to subdivide property on Progresso St.
6)Approve Proclamation for Fair Housing Month
11) AN- NOUNCEMENTS
1)Special Call meeting on Monday, May 13, 2024, to introduce the 2024 -2025 budget
12) ENGINEERS REPORT
13) LEGAL MATTERS
14) ADJOURN
ANY AND ALL BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL WITH THEIR UNANIMOUS CONSENT ADJOURN
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 or email: midge.bourgeois@cityofpattersonla.gov describing the necessary assistance.
“City of Patterson is an Equal Opportunity
Provider and Employer”
Adv. May 3, 2024

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