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I don’t know about you, but I’m a real movie buff. 
I have always really liked going to the movies.  My love for the big screen started all the way back to the 1940s where every Saturday morning I was at the local theater watching Hopalong Cassidy, Gene Autry, the Lone Ranger, and a host of Disney cartoons.  My fascination with the biggest screen has not wavered.  I’ll pass on the various tv movie streaming services if there is a first-rate film showing on the big screen.
My father-in-law at one time before his death owned most of the small-town movie theaters throughout Louisiana. I guess I’ve watched films from Natchitoches down to Hammond, and all across south Louisiana. There is nothing as enjoyable as buying a bag box of popcorn with a super-size drink, and maybe a candy bar along the way.  This is particularly true when the holidays roll around.
I have two favorite Christmas movies. The first is “Love Actually,” a film that has been projected on movie screens every holiday season for the past 20 years.  Yes, it’s a lively Christmas story, but not the traditional “Hallmark happy holiday” kind.  It’s a holiday laugh and cry fest that deals with real life issues.
It’s a film where each of us can find some plot line or character that we can relate to. There is love, but there’s also disappointment. The music is first rate with a variety of great upbeat songs, that of course includes “All I want for Christmas is You.” The film is worth the price of admission just to watch British actor Hugh Grant portray the British prime minister as he dances down the stairs at 10 Downing St. to pursue a new girlfriend.
The second on my list is the movie version of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Not one of the more recent versions, but the 1938 film in black-and-white.
Most of us have seen this poignant Christmas story filled with an array of colorful characters like Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, The Ghost of Christmas Past, The Ghost of Christmas Present, and The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come.  But the real lessons of the spirit that emanate from this special time of year come, not from miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, but from his dead partner, Jacob Marley. 
While alive, Marley failed to help others, and in death he is damned to the agony of recognizing the pain and suffering of others, and being unable to help in any way, and this is his special hell.
My attorney friend Eric Duplantis, who practices law and writes in Franklin, puts it this way: “In life, Marley’s worst sin was not his venality, but his indifference.  After death he realizes this.  But it’s too late.  Death gave him compassion, but his sentence for a lifetime of indifference is an inability to act on the compassion he feels.”
Marley is given a single opportunity to do a good act, after which he must return to his Hell. 
The ghost gives Scrooge the greatest gift of all.  Marley gives Scrooge the chance of redemption. 
The message here from Dickens is that even someone as lost as Ebenezer Scrooge can be saved if he seizes this one-time gift of a second chance.
Here’s hoping that the coming year brings you the opportunity of a second chance if you feel you need one. We all generally do.
But whether you do or you don’t, may you and your family have a blessed and healthy holiday season and a very happy New Year.  As Tiny Tim said in “The Christmas Carol,” God bless us, every one.
Peace and Justice
Jim Brown
Jim Brown’s syndicated column appears each week in numerous newspapers throughout the nation and on websites worldwide.  You can read all his past columns and see continuing updates at http://www.jimbrownusa.com.  You can also listen to his weekly podcast at www.datelinelouisiana.com.

In a Dec. 11 ceremony attended by David Allain’s friends and family, South Louisiana Community College and the Port of West St. Mary revealed the newly christened David Allain Workforce Center, described as a cutting-edge workforce training facility designed to propel regional economic development and provide students with unparalleled training opportunities.
David Allain, the late executive director of the Port of West St. Mary, was instrumental in bringing this facility to fruition and the ceremony paid tribute to his enduring commitment to the community. The David Allain Workforce Center, located near Baldwin, stands as a testament to Allain’s vision and marks a significant stride in the realm of workforce development.
Constructed with the support of an Economic Development Administration grant, the facility embodies the collective efforts of SLCC, the Port of West St. Mary and the State of Louisiana to accelerate innovation, fortify industry clusters and create higher-skill, living-wage jobs. This state-of-the-art training hub features classrooms, 12 welding booths and a commercial driver’s license pad.
SLCC Chancellor Dr. Vincent June expressed gratitude for Allain’s pivotal role.
“All of David’s tireless efforts to make this training facility possible represent just one of his many efforts throughout his lifetime in advancing workforce development in the region. The college would like to express our gratitude for all of his hard work and the incredible legacy that he has left with the St. Mary Parish community,” June said.

LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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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 55/100 ($544,673.55) 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 appraisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 24th day of January A.D., 2024, between the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Friday, the 17th day of November A.D., 2023
BLAISE W. SMITH,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. Dec. 22, 2023 and Jan. 17, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Planning &
Zoning
Commission
Regular Meeting
November 20, 2023
6:00 p.m.
St. Mary Parish Courthouse
Fifth Floor
Franklin,
Louisiana
The Planning & Zoning Commission met on this date with Chairman Barry Druilhet presiding and the following members present: Danny Lipari, Jimmy Wiley, Jeremy Chesteen, Joshua Montgomery, Glynn Pellerin, and Carla Davis.
Mr. Pellerin pronounced the Invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Chesteen moved that the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting, October 16, 2023 be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Wiley seconded the motion, which carried.
Mr. Druilhet read the request for a Specific Use by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District located in Franklin, LA; Sec. 46 T14S R10E;
-Parcel Id# 2114844001.00-350.59 ac por 493.09 ac Tract situated in Sec. 46 T14S R9E lying North of Hwy. 87 Acq. 85 289653,
-Parcel Id# 2174821013.00-66.11 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Tecge Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653, &
-Parcel Id# 2174821014.00-72.64 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Teche Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653.
Steven Link appeared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District located in Franklin, LA; Sec. 46 T14S R10E;
-Parcel Id# 2114844001.00-350.59 ac por 493.09 ac Tract situated in Sec. 46 T14S R9E lying North of Hwy. 87 Acq. 85 289653,
-Parcel Id# 2174821013.00-66.11 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Tecge Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653, &
-Parcel Id# 2174821014.00-72.64 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Teche Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653.
In reference to Mr. Druilhet’s in- quiry, Mr. Link explained the project would start in 2026 and the construction time frame is approximately 12 months.
In reference to Mr. Pellerin’s in- quiry, Mr. Link stated that there would be a scholarship for specific residence of St. Mary Parish, the company would be paying high taxes and would also be creating jobs for the area.
In reference to Mr. Pellerin’s in- quiry, Mr. Link explained that energy costs would not immediately decrease.
Mr. Saiz ex- plained that the agreement is with 1803 Electric Cooperative not with Cleco.
In reference to Mr. Pellerin’s in- quiry, Mr. Saiz stated that the solar farm is safe for the environment and in the long term will benefit the power prices in the area.
In reference to Mr. Cheesten’s in- quiry, Mr. Saiz explained that a study will have to be done to determine the power consumption for St. Mary Parish.
Mr. Saiz ex- plained that Cleco is the transmission system owner and 1803 Electric Cooperative will be pulling the power from the system.
In reference to Mr. Druillet’s in- quiry, Mr. Link stated that the facility will have two full-time employees along with maintenance.
In reference to Mr. Lipari’s inquiry, Mr. Link explained that the panels will be monitored 24 hours a day.
In reference to Mr. Pellerin’s in- quiry, Mr. Link explained that the facility will be built as far away from any residential property as possible.
Mr. Link stated that the closest resident is approximately 400 ft.
In reference to Mr. Lipari’s inquiry, the equipment’s noise is 65 decibels when you are standing near it.
In reference to Mr. Pellerin’s inquiry, Mr. Saiz stated that the panels have no effect on humans.
In reference to Mr. Pellerin’s inquiry, Mr. Saiz stated that de- pending on what is available when it is time to purchase the panels, they plan to purchase from within the United States.
Tammy Luke, Director of Planning and Zoning stated that Iberia Parish has been discussing the construction of solar panels within their parish.
Mr. Saiz ex- plained that not all solar panels that are purchased out of the country are from China.
In reference to Mr. Cheesten’s inquiry, Mr. Saiz stated that there will not be anything that is battery powered.
Dorthy Wilson appeared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm.
Ms. Wilson stated that according to the map, the solar farm will be less than 400 ft. from her mother’s backyard.
In reference to Ms. Wilson’s inquiry, Mr. Saiz ex- plained that there will be health studies completed to ensure that there is no harm to human beings.
Mrs. Luke ex- plained that the Planning and Zoning board may recommend that the Specific Use only be granted pending the results of the health studies.
In reference to Ms. Wilson’ inquiry, Mr. Saiz ex- plained that the transmission infrastructure in the United States is old and solar developers must go where there is available capacity.
Mr. Saiz explain-ed that there will still have to be upgrades done to the transmission system; however, it is currently at a point where the upgrades can still be affordable and meet the requirements of the public service commission.
In reference to Mr. Pellerin’s in- quiry, Mr. Saiz explained that the solar farm cannot be in a flood zone or in wetlands.
Mrs. Luke ex- plained that there is a huge incentive from the Federal Government for solar farms.
Michael Jones appeared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm.
In reference to Mr. Jones inquiry, Mr. Link explained that because we are in a hurricane prone area, these types of projects will have to be designed by an engineer.
Mr. Saiz explain-ed that the project is self-funded and will not be using taxpayers’ money.
Mr. Saiz explain-ed that when they are working in the area, they will be contributing to the community’s taxes by bringing in workers who will spend their money within the parish.
Richard Fitzgerald appeared be- fore the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm.
Mr. Fitzgerald stated that he resides on Bayou Bank Ln. and will be representing all the residents who live there.
Mr. Fitzgerald explained that they would like to have the solar farm pushed further back on the property.
Anthony Savoie appeared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm.
In reference to Mr. Savoie inquiry, Mr. Saiz explained they will be conducting health studies to ensure that these solar panels are safe for the community.
Robert Soprano appeared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm.
In reference to Mr. Soprano’s in- quiry, Mrs. Luke stated that she did reach out to the local fire chief, and they are prepared for a fire of that nature.
In reference to Mr. Soprano’s inquiry, Mr. Saiz explained that the panels are melted during tests to see what comes out of them and the only thing reported is the amount of lead that can be found in one (1) blank shot gun shell.
In reference to Mr. Druilhet’s inquiry, Mr. Link stated that there are not a lot of fires caused by the solar panels.
In reference to Mr. Lipari’s inquiry, Mr. Link stated that they must abide by the federal and electrical standards.
Ms. Melanie Bergeron appeared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm.
Ms. Bergeron explained that the solar farm will be located directly in front and back of her yard and she is against it being so close to her home.
Mr. Patrick, Civil Engineer for ibV, appeared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm.
Mr.Patrick ex- plained that due to the drainage, transmission lines and parameters requirements from the roadway, the panels will be approximately 200 ft. off the property lines.
Mrs. Luke ex- plained that they must have landscaping such as trees and shrubs which will block the view of the solar panels.
In reference to Mr. Druilhet’s in- quiry, Mr. Link stated that they will be leasing the property.
Mr. Lipari made a motion to ap- prove the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District located in Franklin, LA; Sec. 46 T14S R10E;
-Parcel Id# 2114844001.00-350.59 ac por 493.09 ac Tract situated in Sec. 46 T14S R9E lying North of Hwy. 87 Acq. 85 289653,
-Parcel Id# 2174821013.00-66.11 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Tecge Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653, &
-Parcel Id# 2174821014.00-72.64 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Teche Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653. Contingent on health study prior to constuction. Mr. Montgomery seconded the motion, which carried with the following 5-1-0-0 Roll Call Vote:
Yeas: Jimmy Wiley, Danny Lipari, Jeremy Ches-teen, Joshua Montgomery, and Carla Davis.
Nays: Glynn Pellerin
Abstained: None
Absent: None
Mr. Druilhet read the request for a Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Approval for a subdivision of property for Glenwood Acquisitions, LLC, represented by Benjamin Langlinais in both Agricultural (AG) and Conservation (CN) Zoned Districts located at 9988 & 9900 Hwy. 87, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 59/24/48 T13S R8E;-Parcel Id# 1875004012.00-19.11 ac por 40.55 Tract JRSTUVILHGKFEDJ per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 59 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674,
-Parcel Id# 1875004011.00-36.74 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 59 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, -Parcel Id# 1875004013.00-21.44 as por 40.55 Tract JRSTUVILHGKFEDJ per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 24 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, -Parcel Id# 1875004010.00-32.91 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 24 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, & -Parcel Id# 1875004009.00-15.67 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 48 T13S R9E Acq. 379 331674.
Mrs. Luke ap- peared before the board to discuss the request for a Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval for a subdivision of property for Glenwood Acquisitions, LLC, represented by Benjamin Langlinais in both Agricultural (AG) and Conservation (CN) Zoned Districts located at 9988 & 9900 Hwy. 87, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 59/24/48 T13S R8E;-Parcel Id# 1875004012.00-19.11 ac por 40.55 Tract JRSTUVILHGKFEDJ per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 59 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674,-Parcel Id# 1875004011.00-36.74 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 59 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, -Parcel Id# 1875004013.00-21.44 as por 40.55 Tract JRSTUVILHGKFEDJ per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 24 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, -Parcel Id# 1875004010.00-32.91 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 24 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, & -Parcel Id# 1875004009.00-15.67 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 48 T13S R9E Acq. 379 331674.
Mrs. Luke ex- plained that the property is a long strip of land that is zoned Agricultural (AG) and has a structure located in the back.
Mrs. Luke stated that they intend to subdivide the property for different entities.
Mr. Lipari made a motion to ap- prove the request for a Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Approval for a subdivision of property for Glenwood Acquisitions, LLC, represented by Benjamin Langlinais in both Agricultural (AG) and Conservation (CN) Zoned Districts located at 9988 & 9900 Hwy. 87, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 59/24/48 T13S R8E;-Parcel Id# 1875004012.00-19.11 ac por 40.55 Tract JRSTUVILHGKFEDJ per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 59 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674,-Parcel Id# 1875004011.00-36.74 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 59 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, -Parcel Id# 1875004013.00-21.44 as por 40.55 Tract JRSTUVILHGKFEDJ per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 24 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, -Parcel Id# 1875004010.00-32.91 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 24 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, & -Parcel Id# 1875004009.00-15.67 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 48 T13S R9E Acq. 379 331674. Mr. Montgomery seconded the motion, which carried with the following 6-0-0-0 Roll Call Vote:
Yeas: Jimmy Wiley, Danny Lipari, Jeremy Ches-teen, Joshua Montgomery, Glynn Pellerin and Carla Davis.
Nays: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
Mr. Druilhet read the request for Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval for a subdivision of property for Annie Viator and Heirs represented by Kirk Farrelly with Capital Growth Buchalter, Inc in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District located at 19545 Hwy 182 W., Jeanerette, LA; -Sec.68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1905041004.00-7.00 ac Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln. Acq. 436 340517
Kirk Farrelly appeared before the board to discuss the request for Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval for a subdivision of property for Annie Viator and Heirs represented by Kirk Farrelly with Capital Growth Buchalter, Inc in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District located at 19545 Hwy 182 W., Jeanerette, LA; -Sec.68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1905041004.00-7.00 ac Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln. Acq. 436 340517
Mr. Farrelly explained that the request is so that they may construct a Dollar General.
In reference to Mr. Montgomery’s inquiry, Mr. Farrelly explained that the new Dollar General stores now sell meat and produce related products and could possibly sell alcohol.
Jessie Higgins appeared before the board to discuss the request for Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval for a subdivision of property for Annie Viator and Heirs.
Mr. Higgins stated that alcohol cannot be sold within 500 ft. of a church, school, or playground according to the Parish ordinance.
Mr. Higgins ex- plained that the community is not against progress; however, they are against the location of the store.
Mr. Higgins stated that just over a year ago the owners of the Viator Estate signed the petition stating that it would not be a good idea to have a convenience store in that area.
Jane Lancon appeared before the board to discuss the request for Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval for a subdivision of property for Annie Viator and Heirs.
Mrs. Lancon explained that she is part of the of Viator Estate.
Mrs. Lancon stated that the Dollar General would bring in amazing revenue for the area.
Mr. Farrelly stated that they do not have to sell alcohol at this location.
Mr. Higgins ex- plained that the extra traffic due to the store would cause a safety risk for the people walking to and from the park.
Mr. Farrelly explained that if needed they would install sidewalks and a crosswalk to ensure safety.
Sally Hebert appeared before the board to discuss the request for Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval for a subdivision of property for Annie Viator and Heirs.
Mrs. Hebert stated that her and her grandchildren visit the park frequently and she fears that if the property is rezoned there will be more traffic in the area.
Mrs. Hebert stated that she was approached by Dollar General to purchase her property, but she declined because it would not benefit the community.
Mr. Wiley made a motion to ap- prove the request for a Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Approval for a subdivision of property for Annie Viator and Heirs represented by Kirk Farrelly with Capital Growth Buchalter, Inc in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District located at 19545 Hwy 182 W., Jeanerette, LA; -Sec.68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1905041004.00-7.00 ac Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln. Acq. 436 340517. Mr. Lipari seconded the motion, which carried with the following 1-4-1-0 Roll Call Vote:
Yeas: Jimmy Wiley
Nays: Danny Lipari, Joshua Montgomery, Glynn Pellerin and Carla Davis.
Abstained: Jeremy Chesteen
Absent: None
Mr. Druilhet read the request for Rezoning of property by Kirk Farrelly with Capital Growth Buchalter, Inc. representing Annie Viator and Heirs from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District to allow for the development of a General Retail Store (Dollar General) based off of the proposed subdivision of Tract A-B-C-D-E-A located at 19545 Hwy 182 W., Jeanerette, LA -Sec.68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1905041004.00 -7.00 ac Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln. Acq. 436 340517.
Mrs. Luke stated that the rezoning request was for the property that was to be subdivided.
Mrs. Luke ex- plained that since the subdivision was denied there is no purpose for the rezone request.
Mr. Druilhet read the request for Rezoning of property by AKL Holdings, LLC from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District located at 19466 & 19476 Hwy. 182, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1935041011.00-Lot Tract “ABCDEA” per Plat 22V 184246 BD G Binick & A Roberts Et Al – G Binick – LA Hwy. 182 – A Roberts Et Al Acq. 446 342213.
Amy Louviere appeared before the board to discuss the request for Rezoning of property by AKL Holdings, LLC from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District located at 19466 & 19476 Hwy. 182, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1935041011.00-Lot Tract “ABCDEA” per Plat 22V 184246 BD G Binick & A Roberts Et Al – G Binick – LA Hwy. 182 – A Roberts Et Al Acq. 446 342213.
Mrs. Louviere explained that the property has been zoned commercial for the last 95 years.
Mrs. Louviere stated that the property will lose its grandfather clause at the end of November.
Mrs. Louviere explained that she intends to tear down a portion of the building to create an outdoor café and flea market.
Mrs. Luke ex- plained that if Mrs. Louviere were to rezone the property Neighborhood Commercial versus General Commercial, she would not be able to sell alcohol.
Mr. Chesteen made a motion to table the request Rezoning of property by AKL Holdings, LLC from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District located at 19466 & 19476 Hwy. 182, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1935041011.00-Lot Tract “ABCDEA” per Plat 22V 184246 BD G Binick & A Roberts Et Al – G Binick – LA Hwy. 182 – A Roberts Et Al Acq. 446 342213. Mr. Wiley seconded the motion, which carried with the following 6-0-0-0 Roll Call Vote:
Yeas: Jimmy Wiley, Danny Lipari, Jeremy Ches-teen, Joshua Montgomery, Glynn Pellerin and Carla Davis.
Nays: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
Mr. Druilhet read the request for Preliminary and Final Subdivision Approval for a subdivision of property for Chad Vice in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District located at 2601 Hwy. 182, Morgan City, LA-Sec. 21 T15S R12E; -Parcel Id# 3014361092.00-Lot 10A Resub. Lot 10 Bergeron Subd. also being Tract ABCDA per Plat 411 336515 Acq. 411 336514.
Mr. Wiley made a motion to ap- prove the request for Preliminary and Final Subdivision Approval for a subdivision of property for Chad Vice in a Single Family Residen(tial (SR) Zoned District located at 2601 Hwy. 182, Morgan City, LA-Sec. 21 T15S R12E; -Parcel Id# 3014361092.00-Lot 10A Resub. Lot 10 Bergeron Subd. also being Tract ABCDA per Plat 411 336515 Acq. 411 336514. Mr. Lipari seconded the motion, which carried with the following 6-0-0-0 Roll Call Vote:
Yeas: Jimmy Wiley, Danny Lipari, Jeremy Chesteen, Joshua Montgomery,
Glynn Pellerin and Carla Davis.
Nays: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
There being no further business, Mr. Pellerin moved for adjournment. Mr. Wiley seconded the motion, which carried.
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Chairman Barry Druilhet
St. Mary Parish Planning and Zoning Commission
Adv. Dec. 22, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Planning &
Zoning
Commission
Public Hearing Minutes
November 20, 2023
5:45 p.m.
St. Mary Parish Courthouse
Fifth Floor
Franklin,
Louisiana
The Planning & Zoning Commission met on this date with Chairman Barry Druilhet presiding and the following members present: Danny Lipari, Jimmy Wiley, Jeremy Chesteen, Joshua Montgomery, Glynn Pellerin, and Carla Davis.
The purpose of the hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following proposed Subdivision/Development of property:
Specific Use Re- quest by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District located in Franklin, LA; Sec. 46 T14S R10E;
-Parcel Id# 2114844001.00-350.59 ac por 493.09 ac Tract situated in Sec. 46 T14S R9E lying North of Hwy. 87 Acq. 85 289653,
-Parcel Id# 2174821013.00-66.11 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Teche Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653, &
-Parcel Id# 2174821014.00-72.64 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Teche Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653. (Zon-1415)
Don Caffery ap- peared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District located in Franklin, LA; Sec. 46 T14S R10E;
-Parcel Id# 2114844001.00-350.59 ac por 493.09 ac Tract situated in Sec. 46 T14S R9E lying North of Hwy. 87 Acq. 85 289653,
-Parcel Id# 2174821013.00-66.11 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Teche Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653, &
-Parcel Id# 2174821014.00-72.64 ac por Rem 493.09 ac tract situated in Sec 46 T14S R9E lying between Hwy. 87 and Bayou Teche Acq. 85 289653. Improvement on the land of D T Caffery LLC Acq. 85 289653.
Mr. Caffery ex- plained that several years ago Cleco released information that they were interested in creating a solar farm near their Bayou Teche facility.
Mr. Caffery stated that he spoke with roughly 2,000 solar developers that were interested in developing the solar farm; however, Cleco did not go through with the project.
Mr. Caffery ex- plained that he stayed in contact with multiple developers regarding the project and ultimately chose ibV Energy to move forward.
Robin Saiz, Co- Founder of ibV energy, appeared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm.
Mr. Saiz explain-ed that ibV is a veteran funded, US based company, and is made up of 28 team members.
Mr. Saiz stated that he has been working in renewable energy since 2006 and has completed multiple projects around the country.
Mr. Saiz explain-ed that ibV does large utility scale solar farms and battery storage assistance.
Mr. Saiz explain-ed that the project here will not be battery storage, it will be pure solar and will be 95 megawatts.
Mr. Saiz stated that everything is done in-house so that the company can be aware of all the work that is being done.
Steven Link, ibV Project Manager, appeared before the board to discuss the Specific Use Request by ibV Energy for a Solar Farm.
Mr. Link ex- plained that he oversees that project is cited properly, that the environmental due diligence has been done, and that the solar ordinances are being followed for all the communities that the company works in.
Mr. Link ex- plained that for the last two years the company has been running environmental studies in conjunction with electrical studies.
Mr. Link stated that this project is in total compliance with St. Mary Parish’s solar ordinance.
Mr. Link ex- plained that the solar form would not affect any wetlands or drainage in the area.
Mr. Link ex- plained that the solar farm will be enclosed and up to electric regulation and will have the proper signage and lock boxes.
Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval for a subdivision of property for
Glenwood Acquisitions, LLC, represented by Benjamin Langlinais in both Agricultural (AG) and Conservation (CN) Zoned Districts located at 9988 & 9900 Hwy. 87, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 59/24/48 T13S R8E;
-Parcel Id# 1875004012.00-19.11 ac por 40.55 Tract JRSTUVILHGKFEDJ per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 59 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674,
-Parcel Id# 1875004011.00-36.74 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 59 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674,
-Parcel Id# 1875004013.00-21.44 as por 40.55 Tract JRSTUVILHGKFEDJ per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 24 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674,
-Parcel Id# 1875004010.00-32.91 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 24 T13S R8E Acq. 379 331674, &
-Parcel Id# 1875004009.00-15.67 ac por 85.32 ac Tract CDEFKGHLIAMNPQFGHJBC per Plat 428 339098 situated in Sec. 48 T13S R9E Acq. 379 331674. (Sub-1253)
Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Ap- proval for a subdivision of property for
Annie Viator and Heirs represented by Kirk Farrelly with Capital Growth Buchalter, Inc in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District located at 19545 Hwy 182 W., Jeanerette, LA; -Sec.68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1905041004.00-7.00 ac Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln. Acq. 436 340517. (Sub-1252)
Rezoning of property by Kirk Farrelly with Capital Growth Buchalter, Inc. re- presenting Annie Viator and Heirs from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District to allow for the development of a General Retail Store (Dollar General) based off of the proposed subdivision of Tract A-B-C-D-E-A located at 19545 Hwy 182 W., Jeanerette, LA -Sec.68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1905041004.00 -7.00 ac Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln. Acq. 436 340517. (Zon-1417 )
Kirk Farrelly appeared before the board to discuss Preliminary & Final Subdivision/Development Approval for a subdivision of property for Annie Viator and Heirs represented by Kirk Farrelly with Capital Growth Buchalter, Inc in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District located at 19545 Hwy 182 W., Jeanerette, LA; -Sec.68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1905041004.00-7.00 ac Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln. Acq. 436 340517 and the Rezoning of property by Kirk Farrelly with Capital Growth Buchalter, Inc. re- presenting Annie Viator and Heirs from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District to allow for the development of a General Retail Store (Dollar General) based off of the proposed subdivision of Tract A-B-C-D-E-A located at 19545 Hwy 182 W., Jeanerette, LA -Sec.68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1905041004.00 -7.00 ac Tract BD Road - Stouff - R R - Sorrel Ln. Acq. 436 340517.
Mr. Farrelly stated that the proposed rezoning would be to construct a Dollar General.
Mr. Farrelly ex- plained that all the plans are in compliance with DOTD and with St. Mary Parish.
Mr. Farrelly stated that the front of the building would be facing Highway 182 and there will be a privacy fence placed around the building.
Mr. Farrelly ex- plained that they are proposing a newer layout for this Dollar General which offers more food items and the basic everyday necessities.
Rezoning of property by AKL Holdings, LLC from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District located at 19466 & 19476 Hwy. 182, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1935041011.00-Lot Tract “ABCDEA” per Plat 22V 184246 BD G Binick & A Roberts Et Al – G Binick – LA Hwy. 182 – A Roberts Et Al Acq. 446 342213. (Zon-1418)
Joran Anderson appeared before the board to discuss the Rezoning of property by AKL Holdings, LLC from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District located at 19466 & 19476 Hwy. 182, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 68 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1935041011.00-Lot Tract “ABCDEA” per Plat 22V 184246 BD G Binick & A Roberts Et Al – G Binick – LA Hwy. 182 – A Roberts Et Al Acq. 446 342213.
Mr. Anderson stated that he and his wife Maddi Anderson are appearing before the board to ask that the rezoning be denied.
Mr. Anderson explained that in the past the previous business caused issues with access to the surrounding homes due to the lack of parking spots.
Mr. Anderson explained that the parking spots in front of the building cause a hazard for those who are trying to back out and for those who are passing on the Highway.
Mr. Anderson stated that he is worried that opening another business in that location would attract commotion in the quiet community.
Preliminary and Final Subdivision Approval for a subdivision of property for Chad Vice in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District located at 2601 Hwy. 182, Morgan City, LA-Sec. 21 T15S R12E; -Parcel Id# 3014361092.00-Lot 10A Resub. Lot 10 Bergeron Subd. also being Tract ABCDA per Plat 411 336515 Acq. 411 336514. (Sub-1254)
There being no further business, Chairman Barry Druilhet adjourned the Public Hearing.
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Chairman Barry Druilhet
St. Mary Parish Planning and Zoning Commission
Adv. Dec. 22, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
RECREATION DISTRICT #2 ST MARY PARISH
1110 GRACE STREET
PO BOX 922
MORGAN CITY, LA. 70380
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RECREATION DISTRICT #2
1110 GRACE STREET
MORGAN CITY, LA. 70380
6:00 PM
November 09th, 2023
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Recreation District #2 was called to order by Director, Leroy Trim, at 6 o’clock in the evening, in the absence of Chairman Oscar Toups. Invocation was led by Norma Skinner. Members present were, Sandra Wilkerson, Norma Skinner, Ann Poole and Nelda Dural. Absent- Oscar Toups. Others present was Leroy Trim and Kimberlin McPherson.
Guest- None
Minutes from October 12th, regular monthly meeting was read by Kimberlin Mc- Pherson. A motion to approve the minutes of the October 12th, meeting was made by Sandra Wilkerson and second by Ann Poole with any necessary corrections, if any. The motion was approved by all board members present. Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: Oscar Toups
Minutes from October 18th, “Special Call” meeting was read by Kimberlin Mc- Pherson. A motion to approve the minutes of the October 18th special call meeting was made by Sandra Wilkerson, and second by Ann Poole, with any necessary corrections, if any. The motion was ap- proved by all board members present. Nays: None Ab- stain: None Ab- sent: Oscar Toups
Financial report was presented by Kimberlin Mc- Pherson. A motion to accept the financial report as read, with any necessary corrections, if any, was made by Sandra Wilkerson and second by Norma Skinner, with all in favor. Nays: None Ab- stain: None Ab- sent: Oscar Toups
OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS: Mr. Trim presented to the board the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire. After review, Kimberlin McPherson asked if there were any questions in regard to the questionnaire for clarity? Let there be none. A motion was made by Sandra Wilkerson, and second by Ann Poole to accept the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for the audit engagement, in connection with the audit of our financial statements’ for the year ending September 30th, 2023; for the purpose of expressing an opinion in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, to assess our internal control structure as part of our audit, and review our compliance with applicable laws and regulations, to the best of our knowledge and belief. The motion was approved un- animously. Nays: None Absent: Oscar Toups Ab- stain: None
In further related new business, Mr. Trim presented to the board, a copy of the changes to open meetings law Act 393 of the LLA 2023 Regular Session, and a copy of the bylaws. After reviewed by all board members present, Kimberlin McPherson read aloud the revised opening meeting law, a motion was made by Sandra Wilkerson and second by Norma Skinner to review the Act 393 open meeting law and bylaws, and any Questions and/or concerns will be addressed at the next monthly meeting. The motion was ap- proved unanimously. Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: Oscar Toups
Meanwhile, Mr. Trim further up- dated the commissioners of the building improvements in the main building at the site. He stated that the main building roof re- placement by Del-Con was underway, and tentatively everything is going according to plan.
Bills were submitted for payment, after being reviewed by all board members present, a motion to pay all bills were made by Ann Poole, and second by Sandra Wilkerson, with all in favor. The motion was approved without opposition. Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: Oscar Toups
With nothing further to discuss, a motion to adjourn was made by Sandra Wilkerson, and second by Norma Skinner with all in favor. The motion was approved unanimously.
(S) Oscar Toups
Oscar Toups,
Chairman
Adv. Dec. 22, 2023

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING $7,000,000 OF TAXABLE
UTILITIES
REVENUE BONDS OF THE CITY OF
MORGAN CITY, STATE OF
LOUISIANA
As provided by a resolution adopted by the Morgan City Council (the “Governing Auth- ority”), acting as the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana (the “City”), on November 28, 2023, the City HEREBY DE- CLARES ITS IN- TENTION to issue up to Seven Million Dollars ($7,000,000) of Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds (the “Bonds”) for the purpose of paying a portion of the costs of constructing and acquiring improvements, extensions, and replacements to the drinking water component of the City’s combined utility system comprised of the electric light and power plants and systems, the drinking water plants and systems, and the natural gas transmission and distribution plants and systems (collectively, the “System”).
The Bonds shall be limited and special revenue bonds of the City and shall be secured by and payable, equally with the City’s outstanding Utilities Revenue Bonds, Series 2009B, solely from the income and revenues derived or to be derived from the operation of the System, after provision has been made for payment therefrom of all reasonable and necessary expenses of operating and maintaining the System. The Bonds will not be a charge on the other income and revenues of the City, nor shall they constitute an indebtedness or pledge of the general credit of the City. The Bonds will be issued pursuant to Part II of Chapter 4 of Subtitle II of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority (the “Act”).
The Bonds will be issued in one or more series as authorized by ordinance(s) adopted by the Governing Authority, will mature not later than 30 years from their date of issuance, will bear interest at rates not more than 2.45% per annum, and will be subject to prepayment anytime without penalty.
As provided by the Act, all of the other details of the Bonds will be set forth in the ordinance(s) authorizing their issuance, including the following: covenants relating to the management and operation of the System, the imposition and collection of rates and charges from the System’s customers, the expenditure of such rates and charges, the issuance of future bonds and the creation of future liens and encumbrances against the System and all other pertinent matters as may be necessary to the authorization and issuance of the Bonds.
The Bonds are expected to be sold at a private sale, as provided for in the Act, to the Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund of the State of Louisiana, and the Bonds will also be approved by the State Bond Commission prior to their delivery.
THE PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Governing Authority will meet in open and public session on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at six o’clock (6:00) p.m., at the City Court Building, 7261 Hwy. 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana 70380, to hear any objections to the proposed issuance of the Bonds. If at such hearing a petition duly signed by electors of the City in a number not less than five percent (5%) of the number of such electors voting in the last election held in the City object to the issuance of the Bonds, then the Bonds shall not be issued until ap- proved at an election held for that purpose. Any such petition must be accompanied by a certificate of the St. Mary Parish Registrar of Voters certifying that the signers of the petition(s) are registered electors of the City and the number of signers amounts to not less than five percent (5%) of the registered voters that voted in the last election held in the City, all as provided by the Act.
CITY OF MORGAN CITY, STATE OF LOUISIANA
Adv. Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2023
PUBLIC NOTICE

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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 amending Section 2-01 of the Home Rule Charter.
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 January 23, 2023, 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. Dec. 22, 2023

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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 Amending the Operating Budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2023 and, ending December 31, 2023.
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 January 23, 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. Dec. 22, 2023

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(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.)

St. Mary deputies arrested a Morgan City resident Tuesday on an aggravated battery charge.

St. Mary

Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 24-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 32 complaints and made these arrests:

--Ly Thi Miller, 73, Morgan City, was arrested at 11:01 p.m. Tuesday on a charge of aggravated battery. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Taylor J. Mouton, 24, Franklin, was arrested at 9:35 a.m. Tuesday on a warrant alleging failure to appear on a charge of criminal neglect of family. Bail has not been set at this time.