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New $103M midyear deficit because of oil price plummet MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana will have to close a more than $103 million deficit in the remaining five months of the budget year, as the steep drop in oil prices worsens the state’s ongoing financial problems. Next year’s budget shortfall also has deepened, now reaching $1.6 billion. The state’s income forecasting panel, called the Revenue Estimating Conference, lessened revenue projections Monday for the fiscal year that ends June 30 and for the next budget year that begins July 1, to account for the continuing slide in per-barrel oil prices. As he presented his recommended drops in the forecast, the Legislature’s chief economist Greg Albrecht summed it up: “The news is bad.” Up first, the state must close the current $103.5 million deficit that has opened up in its $25 billion budget. Gov. Bobby Jindal’s chief budget adviser, Commissioner of Administration Kristy Nichols, said she expects to ask lawmakers to approve a budget rebalancing proposal in about two weeks. It’s the second midyear deficit since November. But while the first $170 million gap was largely closed with patchwork financing, See Budget Page 10-A
Valentine Bridge to close for repairs
Lafourche Parish Public Works has announced the Valentine Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic for the next week or two for repairs. Alternate routes include the T-Bois Lift Bridge in Larose to the south and the Belleview Bridge to the north. Motorists are asked to please be aware of workers in the area during the scheduled maintenance time.
Al Danos fondly remembered By Larry Weidel
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Safety concerns continue to be an issue between the South Lafourche Levee District and Eymard’s Shooting Academy.
Shooting academy, levee district continue to disagree on shooting range safety Buster Avera Contributing Writer
Recent posts in the Louisiana Sportsman Magazine indicate the confusion some outdoorsmen may be having regarding the Eymard Shooting Academy in Galliano and its ongoing disagreement with the South Lafourche Levee District (SLLD). On January 19, a report in the Sportsman’s forum, entitled “Flying Bullets”, warned that anyone fishing in the vicinity of Blue’s Pump Canal should be aware that it is unsafe. “Went to fish the canal just before the gate yesterday and got buzzed by ricocheting bullets twice before I could get out of there. Very dangerous area,” said the post. This report started a thread of opinions by others who either thought the shooting range had been shut down, or that authorities should be called “before someone is killed.” Anyway, some facts may clear up the confusion. The shooting range, on Hwy. 3235 in Galliano, was opened in October 2013. Described by its owner Hugh Eymard as the only range in Louisiana that offers targets at an 800 ft. distance, the shooting area is protected by a 21 ft. high by 97 ft. wide berm at a distance of 825 ft. from the shooting stands. Eymard says side berms have been added. Another 400 yards behind the berm stands the hurricane protection levee. Blue’s Pump Canal is directly west of the pro-
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tection levee, running roughly north and south. The range’s berm was originally 15 ft. high, but was raised to 21 ft. over concerns from SLLD that their workers on the levee were in danger of being hit by stray or elevated bullets. “Our concern is a person arching his shot. Our employees feel there is a high risk now,” said SLLD General Manager Windell Curole, at a December 9, 2013, SLLD meeting. The range also has a .50 caliber rifle that shooters can pay to shoot, he said. These rifles can fire a projectile well over 2000 yards. At that same meeting, Hugh Eymard expressed his willingness to work with SLLD to alleviate the apprehensions of the levee district. “If you know you are having people working back there, call us and we will shut down,” he said. Monte Arabie of Galliano, Eymard’s Range Master, also attended the December meeting, saying that he “inspects the range’s berm and it shows no evidence of being hit higher than 18 inches from the ground.” Curole subsequently warned the board that Terra Logistics, the contractor employed by SLLD to raise the section of levee near the range, was threatening to shut down its operation for the safety of its employees. A letter from Terra to SLLD Vice-president of construction Stanley Lee said: See Safety Page 6-A
New Raceland Ag Center offices open
Updating the offices used by agricultural agents in Lafourche Parish, located on 115 Texas St., Raceland, was a goal of many associated with the agricultural industry locally for a long time after spending the past 78 years in Thibodaux. The agricultural center just underwent a $1.3 million overhaul that included work on offices, bathrooms and the addition of a commercial kitchen. The meeting barn and showroom were also part of the improvements, according to parish officials. Parish estimates suggest the facility services more than 285 cattle farmers, 100 sugar cane farmers and 1,100 4-H Club members per month. In a previous interview, Mike Hebert, a Lafourche Parish agent with the LSU Agricultural Center said he had been eagerly awaiting this effort for a long time and added, “The expansion allows for a
Allen Danos, Jr., age 68, passed away in his sleep early Friday morning, January 23rd. He and Hank, his brother, partner, and best friend Al Danos, Jr. were the owners of Danos & Curole Marine Contractors (now known as Danos, Inc.). Together they built one of the major oilfield service companies in south Louisiana. Hank said he and Al had disagreements but never a major argument in all the years they worked together. Al retired several years ago to concentrate on the many interests he enjoyed. And, Al Danos had many interests! First and foremost in Al’s life was family. His highest priority was his four grown children, six grandchildren and a new great-grandchild. Their images decorated the walls of his home and were embedded in his heart. Known to the grand kids as “Tu Tu”, Al’s greatest pleasure was watching them laugh and learn and grow into the beautiful young people they have become. He left them all a lifetime of cherished memories. Al also had many friends. Among them were farmers, ranchers, hunters, college presidents and high school dropouts. He was as comfortable talking to a group of young students as he was discussing issues with state and national public officials. He enjoyed hosting informal lunches at his home with fellas from assorted academic, economic, and social backgrounds. The discussions might center on local politics, church activities, horses, or a fundraiser for one of the many charities he supported. The favorite spot on this earth for Al Danos was a hunting retreat he owned known as Cheerful Valley. See Danos Page 6-A
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centralized office with the Agricultural Exhibit Building, which is more efficient and accessible for the residents of Lafourche Parish.” Besides serving as a meeting and event hub, the Raceland Agricultural Center was also designed as an emergency evacuation site for pets and livestock when residents need assistance in protecting those animals, said Parish President Charlotte Randolph. “Through the years, we’ve attempted to improve this much-used facility with limited resources. This grant (Hurricane Gustav/Ike Recovery Program) enabled us to create a professional office complex for the AG employees, and a more-user friendly building for hosting events,” Randolph said.
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Commodities to be distributed Thurs.
The Lafourche Council on Aging, Inc. and Catholic Charities will give out monthly commodities for qualifying seniors 60 years of age and older on Thursday, January 29 at the Raceland Recreation Center between 7 and 9 a.m.
LRD3 to meet Feb. 3
The next regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Lafourche Recreation District #3 will be held at the Greater Lafourche Port Commission Building on Tuesday, February 3 at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
Fundraising dinner to be held Sun.
T-Cajuns parade accepting riders
K.C. Council #3054 of Lockport will have a fundraising dinner on Sunday, February 1, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The menu will consist of baked chicken, rice dressing, green beans, salad and bread. Dine in or take out orders will be available to the public at a cost of $8 a plate. Drinks and desserts will be available at an additional charge.
Le Krewe Des T-Cajuns children’s parade is set to roll on Saturday, February 7th. For more information call Wade at 985-228-3633 or Mary at 985-278-5918.
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Volunteer tax preparers with the organization 4U will be available to help low to moderate income filers at Lafourche Parish library branches through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Tax preparers will be available at the following branches: Larose, Wednesdays & Fridays, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., by appointment only. Call the library at 693-3336 to schedule. Lockport, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., by appointment only. Call the library at 5323158 to schedule. Raceland, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., by appointment only. Call the library at 5376875 to schedule. South Lafourche, Tuesdays & Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Walk-ins only. Lady of the Sea General Hospital’s Learning Center will perform free blood pressure checks for residents from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. on February 2 at the South Lafourche Public Library, and from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. on February 4 at the Golden Meadow Branch. These programs are free and open to the public. Moms and children ages 0 to 18 months can attend a new structured playdate at 10:30 a.m. on February 4 and February 18 at the Lockport Branch Library. For more information, call the library at 5323158. A multigenerational book club for teens and their moms will begin in February also at the Lockport Branch. The book club will discuss the book Three Cups of Tea at 3 p.m. on February 7. No signup required. Help make a no-sew blanket and other items to be donated to local agencies at Craft for a Cause at 10:30 a.m. on February 9 at the Lockport Branch. The Lockport Branch Library’s Under an Hour Book Club will focus on short stories and articles, all requiring less than an hour to read, and will take place at 5 p.m. on February 9 at the Lockport
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Branch. Teens can learn to create a video game using free computer animation software at 5 p.m. on February 11 at the Lockport Branch. Registration is required to attend, so sign up at the library. The South Lafourche Library offers free monthly line dancing classes. Stop by the library at 2 p.m. on February 12 for the next class. Celebrate the achievements of African Americans at the Raceland Branch Library’s Black History Month social at 4 p.m. on February 12 at the library. Refreshments will be served. Teens can create DIY launchers, catapults, buildings and boats to explore math during the Lockport Library’s STEAM of Progress at 5 p.m. on February 25. Be on the lookout for more STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics), coming soon to a library branch near you. Ready for some pintsized Mardi Gras fun? The Lafourche Parish Public Library’s annual Mardi Gras parades for children are set to roll. This year, five library branches, including the library’s three main branches, will host Mardi Gras krewes for children. All children are welcome to participate in the parades, either as krewe members or spectators, and participation is free. Registration is not required.
Each year, the Thibodaux, Lockport, and South Lafourche branches organize krewes for kids, with good participation from local Head Start classrooms and other area preschoolers. This year, the Bayou Blue and Larose branch libraries are also offering a safe and enjoyable Mardi Gras experience for children. For safety, children are not allowed to ride in motorized vehicles, but can either walk or ride in decorated or undecorated wagons or strollers. Children, however, must be accompanied by a parent or other caregiver. Children are welcome to come in costume and should bring their own throws. Those wanting to ride or walk in the parades should arrive at least a half-hour before the parade is set to begin. The Lockport Branch Library’s Krewe of Once Upon a Time will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 12 near the Bayou Lafourche Folklife and Heritage Museum, 110 Main Street, Lockport, in conjunction with a museum display celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the Krewe of Apollo. The Larose Branch, 305 E. Fifth Street, Library’s Krewe de Fantasie will start at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 12, immediately after the library’s Mardi Gras Story-
time at 11 a.m., so stop by early for Storytime. The South Lafourche Branch, 16241 E. Main Street, Galliano, Library’s Krewe of Les Petites Enfants will roll at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 13, in the library parking lot. Be on the lookout for the Lafourche Parish Public Library’s mascot Garcon the Gator, who will lead each of the library system’s carnival krewes. The children who take part in the library’s preschool parades always have a good time. They are enthusiastic krewe members, but need paradegoers to toss their throws to. So if you have some time to spare, consider dropping by one of their parades and helping to make their day a great one.
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In 1984, during my first term as Assessor of Lafourche Parish, I received a call from Las Vegas. Since I had attended a conference there a few years back and Dot and I had lost a total of $20 playing the nickel slots, I thought the casino wanted to thank me, so I took the call. On the phone was a cousin of mine who was now a close confidant of Governor Edwin Edwards. He said they were in Vegas on, (ahem!), “state business�, and that “Eddie� had appointed me to the Louisiana Music Commission. I said, “Thanks, I guess, but what will be my duties?� “Lee,� he said, “it doesn’t take much brain work.� That certainly didn’t swell my ego, but with such a low criteria, he had found the right guy! He went on, “You’ll attend a few meetings a year listening to street musicians seeking grants to entertain the New Orleans tourists without having to really work for a living, and requests from groups to fund some hair brain musical event to ‘save the water lilies’ or such nonsense.�
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I thought, “Our tax dollars at work, maybe I can make a difference,â€? so I accepted. He said “Great! But now, Eddie and I have a few more tables to ‌ errrr ‌ do business at.â€? I hope my cousin has a sense of humor, because that’s not what transpired, but would have been more accurate to describe the task I was about to undertake. The truth is he called, told me about the appointment, I accepted, we exchanged a few pleasantries and hung up. The commission, I found out, had little beneficial value to the state, but had been created to appease the musically community. No one except the director and secretary, (of which I was not one), received any compensation nor expenses. I thought that it might keep me connected to the administration to help my parish in some way. I was still politically naĂŻve. Everything was legal and above board but not much was ever accomplished. Several groups and individuals would make a pitch for grants but the Commission had no authority to fund any request, only to approve and submit to Baton Rouge, and I was never informed if any were ever funded. I voted “noâ€? to so many questionable requests that I was called “Dr. Noâ€? after the James Bond villain. A week after the Las Vegas conversation, I received a call from a reporter for the Times Picayune who asked me, “Mr. Martin, concerning your recent Governor’s appointment, we’d like the record to show how much you contributed to his campaign?â€? I replied, “Nothing, not a cent, which I guess that’s why he appointed me to a position that pays exactly
Pictured is the 5th Generation family of Leoncia Naquin, Merlene Lefort, Charlene Lefort, Laurie Terrebone and Natalie Marie Doucet. Edwin Edwards
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to like? A handsome, witty, intelligent French speaking Cajun, and if charisma was a marketable commodity, he could have sold 90% of his and charmed the next generation with the remaining 10%. I whole-heartedly supported him for his first term but slowly became disillusioned because of his flamboyancy, gambling, alleged womanizing, rumors about casino licensing and the Tong Sun Park $10,000 affair. I didn’t vote for him again until his last hurrah, but then, voting for his opponent was not an option. Like him or not, Edwin Edwards was bigger than life, and like Huey Long, he left a legacy, good and bad, that will live on. “Vin Bruce and the Acadians� played for his first inauguration and as he danced to our music, (Jole Blon), with his wife, the legend began. Next week, the legend continues. BYE NOW!
Leroy and Edwards that.� The next three governors re-appointed me to the position at the same salary. I stayed a few years hoping things would get better, but it didn’t, so I just stopped attending meetings and I think Governor Kathleen Blanco either replaced me or stopped funding the commission. I forgot, but it died a justifiable death. The exploits, elections, indictment and conviction of Edward Washington Edwards is so well known that I will write my personal encounters with him like the story, like above. I liked the man, and what was not
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GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The entire world will be watching Glendale on Sunday as it hosts the Super Bowl and the legions of fans who are shelling out big bucks to see the big game. What may be not visible amid all the hoopla is a sobering reality about the Super Bowl host city: Glendale is suffering deep financial issues over its troubled effort to become a sports destination. Glendale bet big on professional sports in the last 15 years, spending millions of dollars on a hockey arena for the Arizona Coyotes and investing heavily in a spring training ballpark for the Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers. Then the economy tanked, and the hockey team went through bankruptcy, with several different owners in recent years. It got so bad for Glendale that leaders were talking about bankruptcy at one point as its credit rating faltered. The city has found stronger financial footing since then and its bond rating has improved markedly, but not without having to raise taxes, trim 25 percent of the municipal workforce, cut back on paving projects, and reduce hours at municipal swimming pools and libraries. The 9.2 percent sales tax that shoppers and diners pay in Glendale is among the highest in the state. To fiscal conservatives, Glendale serves as a cautionary tale for suburban cities across the United States that want to throw public money at professional sports projects. ___________
Globetrotters coming to New Orleans
The Harlem Globetrotters continue to add hardware to the mantle with two more Guinness World Records® records. Globetrotters’ star – and New Orleans native – Big Easy Lofton recently knocked down the farthest basketball hook shot, at 61 feet 4 inches. Teammate Buckets Blakes recently broke the Guinness World Records® mark for the most basketball underhanded half-court shots in one minute, drop-
ping six. Featuring some of the greatest athletes and entertainers on the planet, the Harlem Globetrotters will bring their show to the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans on Sunday, Feb. 22 at 3 p.m. Tickets are available at harlemglobetrotters.com, ticketmaster.com, the Smoothie King Center box office, or by phone at 800-745-3000. Information on group and scout tickets can also be found at harlemglobetrotters.com. ___________
2014 was record year for National World War II Museum
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The National World War II Museum is celebrating a record year. The 515,000 visitors in 2014 broke the previous year’s record by 14 percent, said spokeswoman Kacey Hill. She said March set the museum’s all-time onemonth record with 56,100 visitors — up from 54,300 a year earlier — and December’s attendance set a record for that month at
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more than 46,000. The museum marked its 4 millionth visitor in July, about a month after its 14th anniversary. Its newest building, Campaigns of Courage, opened Dec. 13 with nine galleries about the European theater. Pacific theater galleries will open there this December, with the Liberation Pavilion, the last building in the current $325 million expansion, to be finished by late 2017. The Liberation Pavilion will include exhibits about the end of the war and
after, including how it continues to affect the world. The museum opened June 6, 2000, as The National D-Day Museum founded by author and historian Stephen Ambrose. Congress designated it the national World War II museum in 2004. The museum’s tentative plans include a Hall of Democracy pavilion to house outreach and academic programs, additional exhibits and a hotel and conference center. ___________
Suspected burglar falls through ceiling, lands near police
HOUSTON (AP) — Authorities say a man’s plans to break into a Houston store fell through, after he crashed through the ceiling and landed in front of police. Houston police say the man climbed a tree and onto the roof of a Family Dollar store early Sunday morning, then managed to break a hole in the roof and enter the building. But after making his way into the store, the man fell through the ceiling just as a police officer arrived in response to a call about a potential burglary. KHOU-TV reports that the officer ordered the unidentified man to stay on the floor. The man was later arrested. Authorities believe the man was trying to steal cigarettes. Information from: KHOU-TV, http://www. khou.com ___________
US gas prices fell 13 cents per gallon, but expected to rise
CAMARILLO, Calif. (AP) — The average price of a regular gallon of gas dropped 13 cents in the past two weeks to $2.07, but it could soon rise. Industry analyst Trilby Lundberg said Sunday that the lowest prices in more than five years are likely to increase because of rising wholesale prices. Lundberg says rising costs of crude oil the past 10 days should eventually be seen at the pump. San Francisco continued to have the highestpriced gas in the lower 48 states at $2.54 a gallon. Albuquerque, New Mexico, remained lowest at $1.73 a gallon. Lundberg says prices at the pump are $1.24 lower than this time last year. The average price in California was $2.43 a gallon. The average national price for midgrade gas is $2.31. For premium, it’s $2.47. ___________
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Safety
From 1-A
“We have great concerns for the safety of our employees not knowing the type of firearms and calibers being used at the range. I have looked at the range from the levee side and noticed that you do not have side berms. A projectile could easily be shot off line or wind could move the projectile off line of inexperienced shooters which could in turn hit one of our employees, pieces of equipment or fuel tanks.� In April 2014 SLLD filed suit to halt the range’s operation, claiming its workers are endangered by regular shooting from the range. Attorneys for the range argued that stopping the facility’s operation would violate the constitutional rights of the owner. In September 2014, The Daily Comet reported that an agreement had been nearly reached between the range and the levee district in which the range would shut down for a month to do remodeling while Terra finished work on the levee. This agreement would put an end to the lawsuit, the article said. Eymard would be compensated over $5000 for the month he was shut down by Terra. The range was also shut down in the month of November, with Terra paying again. SLLD will most likely absorb this cost as it will be added to the contract by Terra. At a December 2014 Parish Council meeting, Curole asked for help in reconciling the Eymard issue.
“You know that we’ve exhausted every effort when it comes to the firing range and our involvement is very limited on that,� Parish President Charlotte Randolph told Curole. “You might like us to help, but there’s not a heck of a lot we can do.� On December 17, SLLD employee Marti Martin called the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office to report that as he was working a backhoe on the levee just north of the range, a bullet whizzed by him at 9:30 a.m. Range Master Arabie, who was contacted by the sheriff’s office, told an investigating officer the range did not open until 10 a.m. and that no one was there at 9:30. He also noted that landowners north and south of the range also shoot on their properties. On January 20, 2015 in a letter to the Lafourche Gazette’s editor, Eymard described the complaint by Martin and the investigation by the Sheriff’s Office, and expressed his feelings about the dispute with SLLD. “Eymard Shooting Range has cooperated with South Lafourche Levee District and Terra Logistics on all of their concerns; but, the harassment still keeps going on with no proof of any bullets in or on the SLLD levee,� said Eymard. Eymard called Martin “Superman� for being able to hear the bullet over the sound of the backhoe and surmise that it came from the shooting range. He also asserted in the letter that since October 2013 he has had over 2000 shooters who have discharged over 2,000,000 rounds without incident on his range. Still, with all the public
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comments for and against the shooting range, recent comments in the Louisiana Sportsman confirm there is still confusion. One post thought the shooting range had already been shut down by SLLD. Another said that fishermen should call the police and or the parish president or LDWF if they encounter bullets. Another called for signs to be posted—where and with what message the post did not say. The last post called for shutting down the range until the owner can build the berm in such a way that bullets can’t fly over it. Here are a few more facts: Eymard Shooting Academy is open Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Sunday 1 to 6 p.m. The Daily Comet reported in December 2014 that Eymard is eyeing properties on either side of his range for expansion, planning to possibly build an indoor pistol range and a skeet shooting range. The January 2015 SLLD public meeting ended with the board going into Executive Session to discuss pending litigation against several entities, including Eymard Shooting Academy.
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Friends and family would gather here all during the year to fish and hunt and relax at a beautiful cabin in the peaceful woods just north of St. Francisville, LA. Al was a sportsman and a conservationist. He and his late wife, Mary, carved out the perfect location for a stocked pond and raised home site in the wild and rugged woods of West Feliciana Parish. Although Mary died a couple of years ago, her signature of taste and charm will forever be seen throughout this large tract of land. Her soft touch has always been a welcomed addition in the cabin among the scoped rifles, camouflage clothing, and mounted trophy bucks taken by family members on the property. Like a fine diamond, Al Danos had many facets. To some he was an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and community activist. Many knew him as a guy who raised horses and cattle. Some who saw him in a wheelchair in the last few years of his life thought of him as being physically impaired. After a lengthy battle with a from of muscular
dystrophy, Al could no longer walk, but the only thing handicapped to Al was the license plate on his specially equipped van. He accepted the challenges in his life and worked fearlessly to overcome the obstacles he faced. When he was younger, in addition to his work in the oilfield marine and service industry, Al was involved in real estate, banking, and many civic and religious organizations. He served as president of his church council, and the South Lafourche Chamber of Commerce. He also served on the Greater Lafourche Port Commission and as Chairman of the Lafourche Beachfront Development Committee. s busy as he was, for several years he took the time to prepare for and teach a series of business classes to local fifth graders. Al also liked to travel, especially with family and friends. Work took him to numerous parts of the world including Africa, but his favorite vacation site in the world was Provence, France. Here, and in Canada and Nova Scotia, he developed a love for the French language. Always interested in the history and culture of his birthplace, Al knew a little Cajun French when he was young. He developed an unquenchable appetite for learning to speak French. Being the strongly determined person he was, Al studied hard and became very fluent in not only speaking the language but also, writing, and reading French. He traveled to St. Ann University in Nova Scotia to participate in four weeks of total immersion in speaking French. While there he made a contribution to the university and saw to it that the school became wheel chair accessible. Upon returning home
he continued early morning classes over the phone, and a monthly French class with friends at the local library. And, just before bedtime, Al could be heard many evenings on the phone reciting the Lords Prayer in French to his young granddaughter before she went to sleep. On a personal note, I cannot help but remember the early years when my family used to vacation with Al and his family. We all went snow skiing in Colorado and white water rafting in North Carolina. We hunted together, rode horseback, picked blackberries, and fished for perch in the pond behind his house. We played tennis, had cookouts, and lively discussions about politics. He was an early riser and had a days work done by the time most of us were waking up. He was a kind and generous man. He gave and raised money for many good causes and always contributed his time and talents to his church and community. Al was the most disciplined person I have ever known. In both business and personal matters, his decisions were always made after much thought and prayer. He planned ahead and worked tirelessly for the things he believed in. Al Danos was a loving husband, father and grandfather ‌ easy to get along with and fun to be around. Al became a devoted and faithful friend to me and many others. He was a good person who touched many lives. Those of us who were close to him were thrilled that Al had met a lady to love and he spent his last days a happy man excitedly looking forward to a new life and wonderful adventures ahead. This community has suffered a great loss. Al Danos will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend.
Jindal considering cuts to college fund he pushed to create MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — When it was created last year, a $40 million incentive fund to pay for college programs that fill high-demand jobs in Louisiana was hailed as critical to both higher education and the state’s workforce needs. Now, with the state grappling with deep budget problems, Gov. Bobby Jindal is proposing to strip financing from the fund that only months ago he described as among his top priorities. At Jindal’s urging, lawmakers set up the Workforce and Innovation for a Stronger Economy — or WISE — Fund to link higher education dollars directly to projected workforce demand. College leaders praised the effort. But with Louisiana facing a $1.6 billion budget gap next year, Jindal is considering higher education cuts of $300 million to $400 million. And WISE is on the chopping block.
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Lady Tarpons score redemption against Tigers Gazette Sports Report
The South Lafourche girls’ basketball team got its revenge. A little more than a month after Thibodaux defeated the Lady Tarpons 4443 in Galliano, South Lafourche paid back its cross-parish rival, defeating Thibodaux 39-30 on Friday night. The win was arguably the biggest of the season for the Lady Tarpons, who are now 19-5 on the season and 5-3 in league play. “It was a huge win on the road for our girls,” South Lafourche girls’ basketball coach Rainie Terrebonne said. “It shows (our girls) that they are growing as a team and can get the job done. In the locker room before the game, they said they weren’t leaving the court without a win. We went out there and got the job done.” For South Lafourche, containing dynamite Thibodaux standout senior guard Jewel Triggs was a big factor in the win. Terrebonne said South Lafourche playing a box defense on Triggs in an effort to keep her out of rhythm. The defense worked. The McDonald’s All-American guard had 12 points in the game, but had to work very hard for each point against the swarming defense trying to keep her out of rhythm. With Triggs in check, South Lafourche stormed out of the gates and took a 10-0 first quarter lead. Thibodaux fought a spark late in the quarter to push the score to 12-8 heading into the second quarter. In that eight-minute period, the two teams shared the same amount of points – South Lafourche enjoying a 21-17 halftime lead. Out of the lockers, the Lady Tigers made a surge – taking their first lead midway into the quarter. But a South Lafourche surge in the final 10 minutes of the game earned the hardfought road win. Freshmen Traya Bruce and Victorianna Nelson led the Lady Tarpons with 23 combined points in the win. But Terrebonne also lauded the efforts of the team’s other contributing players in being victorious. “Traya and Vic are great team players,” Terrebonne said. “Mixing them in with the rest of our team just makes us better. Having post girls like Vic, Tristan (Plaisance) and Breigh (Cheramie) help us big time to be a dual threat team for Caroline (Guilbeau), Brinkley (Callais), Macie (Camardelle) and Traya to hit shots from the outside.” With the win, the Lady Tarpons will have another shot at revenge. South Lafourche hosted Hahnville last night at press-time and will host East St. John on Friday. The Lady Wildcats beat South Lafourche 50-48 in overtime on Jan. 6. Terrebonne said the Lady Tarpons look forward to another chance to strike revenge on a district foe. She said South Lafourche also is eager to get another shot at powerful Destrehan – the 17-2 foe the Lady Tarpons fell to by seven points last Tuesday. “We are ready to play both of those teams again,” Terrebonne said. “We will make adjustments where needed and play hard in both of those games.” While the Lady Tarpons’ girls enjoyed a big-time win against Thibodaux, Friday night’s boys’ game wasn’t quite as pleasant for fans wearing blue. Thibodaux defeated South Lafourche 67-28, outlasting the Tarpons with a pressure defense designed to take advantage of the injuries that have ravished South Lafourche’s guards. The second quarter is where it all went south for the Tarpons. Thibodaux led 15-7 after the first eight minutes – leaving the Tarpons with a manageable deficit to try and thaw away. But in the second, Thibodaux’s press exploded, putting the game away for good. The Tigers outscored
South Lafourche 23-5 in the second frame, opening up an advantage that exploded to 61-17 heading into the fourth quarter. South Lafourche fought until the finish, despite the outcome having been decided. The Tarpons enjoyed a 10-0 run to open the quarter and played tough until the end. With the loss, South Lafourche moved to a homeheavy week. The Tarpons hosted Hahnville on Tuesday and will host East St. John on Friday.
Central Lafourche boys enjoy big week ___
The Central Lafourche boys basketball team trailed by four points after the first quarter of Friday night’s game against Hahnville. The rest of the game was all Trojans. Central outscored Hahnville by 14 points in the second quarter to storm to a double-digit lead. In the second half, the team kept up its pace to roll to a 54-39 win. The victory improves the Trojans to 17-4 on the season and 5-1 in district play. “I didn’t think we played our best early,” Sanders said. “But in the end, we did what we needed to do to get
a win. I’m proud of our guys for fighting past a good Hahnville club.” Unfortunately Friday night’s game ended on a bit of a sour note. The Trojans led 43-29 after three quarters. That lead held for most of the fourth quarter when officials made the decision to end the game early because of overly physical play. Lionel Batiste scored 17 points in the win to lead all scorers. While Central Lafourche’s boys scored a big win, its girls couldn’t quite get on track. The Lady Trojans lost 42-24 to Hahnville to fall to 2-18 and 0-8 in district play. Central Lafourche has lost 15-straight games.
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Golden Meadow Lions Club members, Ray C. Bernard and Curt Boudreaux, are shown donating $200 on behalf of the Club to Captain Dean Savoie, chairperson of the Lafourche Sheriff’s Department Christmas Bike Give Away. The GMLC helps provide for those less fortunate in the community and encourages those individuals who would like to take an active role in Lion’s projects of this kind to get involved as a member. If interested contact GMLC president Ray C. Bernard at 985-632-2312.
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COASTAL CURRENTS Alan Matherne, Marine Extension Agent Louisiana Sea Grant / LSU AgCenter
2015 BTNEP tidal graph calendars are available now
The theme of the 2015 Tidal Graph Calendar produced by and available now from the Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP) is estuary issues. Each year BTNEP produces a Louisiana-flavored, full-color calendar that highlights the estuary’s unique ecology and history and additionally depicts, graphically, the daily tides for coastal Louisiana. This year’s beautifully illustrated calendar showcases major issues and concerns facing the Barataria and Terrebonne estuarine systems. Each month features a new issue, such as the BTNEP volunteer program, a discussion of the issue, how to obtain more information, and a call to action concerning the issue. Issues covered, by month, are: January – BTNEP volunteer program. How can you help the coast?
February – Pipeline sediment delivery. How can we rebuild Louisiana’s disappearing coast in our lifetime? March – Bayou Lafourche cleanup. What can you do to clean up the estuary? April – Paddle Bayou Lafourche. What is BTNEP doing to promote Bayou Lafourche as a natural resource? May – Feral hogs. What could be worse than nutria? June – BTNEP native plant materials program. What is BTNEP doing to promote and protect native species and their habitats? July — From H-2-O teacher training workshop and bayouside classroom water quality program. What are BTNEP and LUMCON doing to educate teachers and students about water quality? August – Wetshop. What is BTNEP doing to educate teachers about wet-
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in learning how to support the BTNEP and provide assistance in the work it is doing to help save the Barataria and Terrebonne basins, just go to the BTNEP Foundation’s website: supportbtnep.org.
Alan Matherne is the Louisiana Sea Grant / LSU AgCenter Marine Extension Agent specializing in Coastal, Fisheries, & Wildlife Outreach for Terrebonne, Lafourche, and Assumption parishes. He can be contacted at 985-873-6495 or amatherne@agcenter.lsu.edu. His articles and blogs are posted at bayoulog.com. You can “Friend” him on Facebook at facebook.com/alan.matherne and follow his “Tweets” on Twitter at twitter.com/amatherne.
Laurel Chiasson, 8th grader at LCO Middle School, was awarded Division 2 Champion for her Turkey Illustrated Talk at the Lafourche Parish 4-H Poultry Day Contest held in December at the Ag. Building in Raceland. For Division 2, contestants create a poster, submit an essay, present a 2-3 minute explanation, and answer questions from a judge. Laurel’s topic was “Brining vs. Basting,” where she shared the differences in these two cooking techniques for turkey. She will compete at the state level Commodity Ambassador contest in Baton Rouge later this spring. Submitted by Laurel Chiasson
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All Proceeds To Benefit Give Kids The World & The Center For Pediatric Therapy Scholarship Fund Ten-year old Emma Angelette of Cut Off killed her first doe recently in December at her family’s land in Mississippi while hunting with her dad.
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Lafourche Parish Assessor’s Office Wendy L. Thibodeaux, Assessor
Disabled Veterans or Citizens may qualify for a property tax freeze You must meet one of the following requirements:
• People who have a service-connected disability rating of fifty percent or more by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
• Members of the armed forces of the United States or the Louisiana National Guard who owned and last occupied such property who are killed in action or who are missing in action or are a prisoner of war for a period exceeding ninety days • Any person or persons permanently totally disabled as determined by a final non-appealable judgement of a court or as certified by a state or federal administrative agency charged with the responsibility for making determinations regarding disability
The following conditions apply:
• You are required to furnish proof of disability when you apply • You must apply annually
• The freeze is on the assessed value, not on the tax rate, which is subject to change
• The freeze remains in effect as long as the property is owned by the applicant and the value does not increase more than 25% due to construction or reconstruction
Forms are available at the Lafourche Parish Assessor’s Office
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Holy Rosary honor students announced
Listed are the Holy Rosary Catholic School Honor Roll students for the 2nd Nine Weeks period:
Every year Holy Rosary Catholic School holds a Quilt Art Contest for students in grades K-8. Cloth squares with winning entries are then collected and sewn into a blanket which is then hand quilted. The end result is a beautiful quilt that is auctioned at the Spring Friends of the Rosary Banquet. Profits of the banquet are offered to HRCS children as tuition grants for the following year. Winners were: Savannah Blanchard, Abigail Bouziard, Jacob Galliano, Moughnay Greene, Andrew Guidry, Connor Guidry, Joseph Pitre, Emily Thibodaux, Haley Trosclair, Claire Babin, Addison Duet, Drake Gisclair, Anthony Picciola, Sabryn Richoux, Ivy Robichaux, Madelin Arabie, Nicole Eymard, Kade Orgeron, Grant Rebstock, Parker Angelette, Alaina Ashmun, Carmen Duet, Launnah Fullilove, Julian Bourgeois, Pierce Cheramie, Jacob Curole, Landon Lerille, Logan Torbert, Marcelle Bourgeois, Sarah Danos, Andrew Duet, Kathryn Eymard, Madison Gisclair, Seth Guidry, Victoria Pitre, Kadon Angelette, Hayden Lefort, Kennedi Naquin, Roman Robichaux, Douglas St. Pierre, Ellie Verdin, Ella Walker, Luke Cheramie, Alessa Falgout, Stellar Gaspard, Emma Guidry, Sophia Guilbeau, Elle Hunter, Aubrey Lombas, Ava Moore, Claire Rebstock, Marley Bellanger, Taylor Reynolds, Kyleigh St. Pierre and Meg Walker.
Honorable Mention winners of Holy Rosary Catholic School’s Quilt Art Contest are: Alex Toups, Brenden Friel, Nicholas Martin, Ben Robichaux, Lauren Thomassie, Branden Ledet, Gabe Savoie, Justin Plaisance, Claire Fonseca, Ava Danos, Cheyenne Weckesser, Nate Alario, Charles Duet, Caroline Guidry, Melody Johnson, Cate Blanchard, Hannah Chiasson and Kylie Moore.
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Principal’s List First Grade: Landen Arabie, Riley Barrios-Seward, Madisyn Collins, Mei-Lien Cubas, Bailey Duet, Christopher Fonseca, Stellar Gaspard, Elle Hunter, Melody Johnson; (1st grade, AA) August Autin, Joey Belle Brady, Elliot Cheramie, Luke Cheramie, Logan Curole, Marissa Dobson, Addilyn Dufrene, Owen Gaspard, Caroline Guidry, Sophia Guilbeau, Ava Moore, Claire Rebstock; Second Grade (MRC): Aliza Callais, Lyric Duet; (2nd grade, MM) Maddox Angelette, Amelia Bergeron, Hayden Lefort, Ella Walker; Third Grade: Marcelle Bourgeois, Abigail Chiasson, Beaux Curole, Sarah Danos, Hunter Doucet, Andrew Duet, Kristian Gaudet, Seth Guidry, Madison Gisclair. Fourth Grade: Melania Angelette, Julian Bourgeois, Karoline Cheramie, Karmine Falgout, Lennon Gisclair, Jenna Guidry; Fifth Grade: Parker Angelette, Alaina Ashmun, Isabella Cheramie, Carmen Duet, Patrick Gisclair, Jacob Guidry, Brody Pitre, Matthew Thomassie; Sixth Grade: Grant Rebstock, Hailey Thibodaux; Seventh Grade: Addison Duet, Jackie Trahan DeJesus; Eighth Grade: Abigail Bouzigard, Andrew Guidry, Connon Guidry, Joseph Pitre, Marcelle Pitre. Honor Roll First Grade, (PC): Nate Alario, Micah Compeaux, Connor Lewis, Aubree Lombas, Aden Nguyen, Emmie Rebstock, Norah Trosclair, Sloane Vegas (1st grade, AA) Claire Arabie, Spencer Armstrong, Charles Duet, Emma Guidry, Talan Tran; Second Grade, (MRC): Ava Danos, Vayda Pregeant, Brennan Reilman, Douglas St. Pierre, Jr., Ellie Verdin, Kooper Worley; (2nd grade, MM) Amryn Dardar, London Mayberry, Roman Robichaux, Cheyenne Weckesser; Third Grade: Jade Bass, Callie Blanchard, Matty Callais, Christian Cheramie, Kathryn Eymard, Claire Fonseca, Blaze Gisclair, Jacob Guidry, Karlyn Pierce, Victoria Pitre, Ty Thibodaux; Fourth Grade: Cameron Badeaux, Brenna Brady, Heath Callais, Addison Curole, Jacob Curole, Ridge Esponge, Kolin Kern, Justin Plaisance, Carter Theriot, Nacis Theriot, Adamduc Tran; Fifth Grade: Alaina Esponge, Launnah Fullilove, Cyrus Guilbeau, Colin Olivier, Dylan Pregeant, Christian Worley; Sixth Grade: Madelin Arabie, Luke Callais, Asia Dardar, Caroline Gros, Garon Guidry, Branden Ledet, Alexa Reed; Seventh Grade: Claire Babin, Isaac Callais, Noah Callais, Jonah Chiasson, Brenden Friel, Michael Guidry, Emma Hebert, Anthony Picciola, Ben Robichaux, Ivy Robichaux, Lauren Thomassie; Eighth Grade: Savannah Blanchard, Jacob Galliano, Erik Santiny and Emily Thibodaux.
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Nichols said this second deficit will involve mainly cuts. State agencies will be forced to slash spending with only a few months to eliminate the money, worsening the impact of the reductions. As always, the largest areas of discretionary spending — and therefore, the most vulnerable to cuts — are health care services and public colleges. Nichols said the Jindal administration is “still striving” to shield higher education from midyear cuts. Drivers have gotten relief at the gas pump from the fall in oil prices, but such dramatic dips in perbarrel price can wreak havoc on Louisiana’s budget. About 13 percent of Louisiana’s state general fund this year is tied to severance taxes and mineral royalties from energy production. For every dollar drop in the annual oil price for income projections, that’s about an $11 million
hit to the state general fund, Albrecht said. The per-barrel oil price built into the budget has been cut by more than half from where it once was. “That’s going to be a very serious hit,” Albrecht said. After shrinking the state’s income forecast for this year, the Revenue Estimating Conference then cut next year’s forecast by nearly $204 million, deepening a budget gap that had been pegged at $1.4 billion before the latest revisions. “It’s a compounding problem,” Nichols said. The four-member forecasting panel includes Nichols, the Senate president, the House speaker
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2015 Area Mardi Gras Parade Schedule
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1 • Krewe Des Les Petite Lions - Golden Meadow, 1 p.m. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 • Krewe of Hercules - Houma - 6 p.m. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 • Le Krewe Des T-Cajun - Larose - noon • Krewe of Bayou Petit Caillou - Chauvin - noon • Krewe of Ambrosia - Thibodaux - 5:30 p.m. • Krewe of Aquarius - West Houma - 6:30 p.m. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 • Krewe of Versailles - Larose - noon • Krewe of Hyacinthians - Houma - noon • Krewe of Titans (Following Hyacinthians) - Houma • Krewe of Shaka - Thibodaux - 1:00 p.m. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 • Krewe of Athena - Golden Meadow - 7:00 p.m. • Krewe of Aphrodite - Houma - 6:30 p.m. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 • Krewe of Apollo - Lockport - noon • Krewe of Atlantis - Golden Meadow - noon • Le Krewe du Bon Temps - Larose - 6:30 p.m. • Krewe of Mardi Gras - East Houma - 6:30 p.m.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15 • Krewe of Terreanians - Houma - 12:30 p.m. • Krewe of Cleophas - Thibodaux - 12:30 p.m. • Krewe of Chronos (follows Cleophas) - Thibodaux * Krewe of Grand Isle - Grand Isle - 1:00 p.m. • Krewe of Montegut Children’s Parade - 2:00 p.m. • Krewe of Nereids - Golden Meadow, 6:00 p.m. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16 • Krewe of Cleopatra - Houma, 6:30 p.m.
MARDI GRAS DAY, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 • Krewe of Houmas - Houma - 11:00 a.m. • Krewe of Kajuns - (follows Houmas) • Krewe of Gheens - Gheens - 11:00 a.m. • Krewe of Neptune - Galliano/Golden Meadow - noon • Krewe of Ghana - Thibodaux - 1:00 p.m. • Krewe of Choupic - Chackbay - 1:00 p.m. • Krewe of Bonne Terre - Montegut - 4:00 p.m.
Attention Krewes - If there are any discrepancies to times and dates,
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and an independent LSU economist. Changes to the forecast must be unanimous. House Speaker Chuck Kleckley, R-Lake Charles, questioned whether the forecast changes needed to be so large. He said he doesn’t think the state hasn’t seen the full effect yet of a sales tax bump when people spend the money they’ve saved on gasoline. But despite his concerns, he agreed to the revised projections. Jindal’s budget proposal for how to close that $1.6 billion shortfall for next year is due to lawmakers by the end of February. That problem, however, isn’t tied solely to plunging oil prices, just worsened by it.
$2 gasoline: Good times keep rolling at the pump, but for how long? JONATHAN FAHEY AP Energy Writer
NEW YORK (AP) — At some point this will end, perhaps even soon. The price of gasoline will not fall to zero. But for the first time since 2009, most Americans are paying less than $2 a gallon. Just three months ago experts were shocked when it fell under $3. “It’s crazy,” says Michael Noel, an economics professor at Texas Tech University who studies oil and gasoline prices. “But for consumers it’s very, very good.” Consumers and the economies of the U.S. and most of the rest of the world are basking in the lowest prices for crude oil and gasoline in six years. U.S. crude oil traded Friday just below $46 a barrel and the average price for a gallon of gas was $2.04. While there are some losers, such as oil companies, the oil-producing states and the oil-exporting
countries that benefited from $100 a barrel for four straight years, most economists agree that the good outweighs the bad. The drop in prices is acting like an immediate tax cut for drivers, leaving them more money to spend on other things. The Energy Department predicts lower prices this year will save a typical household $750 compared with last year. Julia Conner paid $1.98 a gallon Thursday near her home in Wesley Chapel, N.C. Lower prices have made her more willing to go out for lunch with coworkers at the animal care and control office in Charlotte where she works, or out for dinner with her husband. Pump prices have declined for a record 120 straight days, according to AAA, though the size of the declines is shrinking and the streak may soon end. But even if the price rises this spring, as it typically does, driving during summer travel season should
still cost less than it has in years. Conner is hoping she can afford a 300-mile roundtrip to Asheville, North Carolina, or even further away, to Tennessee, this summer. “Even if it’s not $1.98 that would definitely help as far as vacation goes,” she said. Diane Swonk, chief economist at Mesirow Financial, expects lower gasoline prices to help the U.S. economy to grow 3.3 percent this year, the highest since the economy grew at that pace in 2005. “This is one thing that hits the masses, not just a minority of people,” she says. “There’s some benefit for almost everyone.” It’s also helping businesses with high fuel bills. “We’ve been able to increase our net profits, which has allowed us to reward our employees with bonuses and also purchase three new vehicles to replace older ones,” says Ricky Wingard, owner of Econ-O-Bug, a pest control company in Lexington, S.C. His fleet of 22 vehicles drive an average 1,600 miles a
day. Southwest Airlines told investors Thursday that it expects to save $1.7 billion on fuel costs this year. Other beneficiaries of low oil prices include some of the world’s biggest economies, according to an analysis by Moody’s: China, the eurozone, and Japan. Their gains will far outstrip the losses that are pinching the budgets of exporting countries such as OPEC nations, Russia, and Norway. Oil drillers that fueled a boom in U.S. production will suffer, along with states such as Texas and North Dakota that rely heavily on drilling activity. Oil service companies have announced layoffs of thousands of workers just in the past week, and the analysis firm Wood Mackenzie expects drilling investment in North America to fall by $50 billion, or nearly 40 percent, over the next year. But the oil exploration and production business, while sizeable, is small compared to the rest of the U.S. economy. And the U.S. still needs to import oil to
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meet its needs. The big drop in oil prices, a result of rising production in the U.S. and elsewhere at a time when global demand growth is weak, means the U.S. is sending fewer dollars overseas. And drivers are pumping fewer dollars into their gas tanks. The national average price is $1.25 less than a year ago, according to AAA. The national average is over $2 only due to high pump prices in Alaska and Hawaii — $2.78 and $3.28, respectively. Missouri drivers are paying just $1.79 a gallon, the cheapest in the nation. Texas, Kansas and Oklahoma are also paying less than $1.85. In the Lower 48, California drivers are paying the most, $2.47 on average, followed by New York at $2.46. Gasoline prices rise nearly every year between late winter and early summer as refineries slow down for maintenance and switch to more expensive summer blends of gasoline to meet clean-air standards. Still, even a typical rise of 60 to 65 cents over the next few months would produce a springtime high of around $2.70 — far beneath even the lowest prices of recent years, according to Tom Kloza, chief oil analyst at the Oil Price Information Service. The lowest national average
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price in 2013 was $3.18 a gallon. Cheap gas prices are giving some consumers the confidence to buy a bigger car or even a home further from work. But some analysts warn that, eventually, high gas prices will return. “The longer these decreases last, the longer people think they will stay around,” says Texas Tech’s Noel. “It’s a dangerous thought to have. It won’t be like this forever.” AP Business Writer Joyce Rosenberg contributed to this story. Jonathan Fahey can be reached at http://twitter.com/JonathanFahey .
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HOMES
For Sale By Owner: House on N. Carol St., Lockport. 3 br, 1.5 ba, central ac/heat, 20kw generac, 2nd kitchen, screened patio, extra lot w/shed. Asking $130,000. Call 985696-2121. _________________ House For Sale: 3 br, 2 ba, 1715 sq. living. Includes in-law suite, 1 br, 1 ba, screened porch, 2 car carport, in Galliano. $200,000. Call 985-637-0439 or 985-475-5574. _________________ House For Sale By Owner: 337-5172341, 337-517-2340, Golden Meadow. 3 br, 2 ba, home, 1840 sq ft on piers. Lot 146x120, Carport, garage/workshop, municipal sewerage. No owner financing. No rent to own available. _________________ House For Sale: 3 br, 1 ba, on W. 123rd St., Ave. A, Cut Off. 1 car carport, lg. utility shed. Ready to move in. $96,000. Call 985691-4414 or 985-6324227. _________________
BUILDING FOR SALE
Cabin/Office Building For Sale: Wood, foam insulated, self contained, tub, toilet, water heater, ac/heat, queen bed in loft, sleeps 4. $15,000. Call 985-373-9154. _________________
LAND
Land For Sale: 124.8 x 3500 w/32x40 steel shed, water, dirt pad, pond, Oak trees, fenced, bayou side in Galliano. $100,000. 985-637-0439 or 985475-5574. _________________
FOR RENT
Brick House For Rent: 223 Green Acres St., Larose. 4 br, 2 ba, party room, garage, executive home. All new appl., dishwasher, central heat/air. 3946 sq ft with 3100 sq ft living area. $1900/mth, plus deposit. Call 2588082. _________________
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Trailer For Rent: Quiet place, quiet person, no pets, no children, 1 br, 1 ba, furnished. $650/mth, $400 /dep. Utilities /cable included. Call 985-691-3104 for application. Only quiet/clean people apply please. _________________ Peterson Living Rentals, LLC 985637-4133 18122 Hwy. 3235, Galliano, 3.3 miles south of Wal-Mart and 1/2 mile north of Days Inn Motel. Mobile Home & RV Park, New Laundromat & Convenience Store. Convenience store open Mon. - Sat. 8 am - 9 pm and laundry mat open 24/7. Try out new drop off laundry service and be one of our many satisfied customers. Lavanderia Nueva y Tienda Hispana. Se habla Espanol
Camper Sales and Propane. Here from out of town and tired of paying high hotel prices and eating out all the time? Come be another satisfied customer. Starting at $150/wk with full kitchen and a yard so you can barbeque. Available Now: Campers, camper lots, bunk houses, 2BR cabins, 1 - 2 BR Mobile Homes. Day, week, month. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, Larose area. $750/mth, $750/dep. 1-yr. contract, all utilities pd. Call 985-6652548. _________________
Mobile Home For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, $1000 /mth, $600 /dep., includes utilities & appliances. No smoking, no pets. Taking applications. Call 984-632-4723. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, in Larose. Sits on lg. lot in quiet neighborhood. $850 /mth, $850/dep. Call 985-691-1367. Leave voice message. _________________ House For Rent in Galliano, 4 br, No pets, Taking applications. $1000/mth, $500/dep. Call 985475-6386. _________________ (2) Mobile Homes For Rent or Rent To Own: 1 in Cut Off area & 1 in Galliano area. $900/mth. Call 985-258-4861. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, stove, central ac/heat, water pd, quiet neighborhood in Galliano. $800/mth, $700/dep. Will be available Monday. Call 985-278-0655. _________________ Apt. For Rent: Located on W. 7th St., Larose. 1 br, we pay water, total electric, clean, remodeled. $550/mth. No pets allowed. Call Scott at 985-291-1146 or 985696-4785. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 br, $800/mth, $500/dep. Utilities pd., we cut grass. Call 985-6960818. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, W. 96th St., Cut Off. 1-yr. contract. $850/mth, $850/dep. Call 985-665-2548. _________________
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House For Rent: Fully furn., 3 br. 2 ba, executive home available for weekly or monthly rentals. Includes linens, kitchen equip., appliances, TV’s and all utilities, including internet & cable. Call 985-2781136. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent in Lockport area. 3 br, 2 ba, all appl. included. $800/mth, plus deposit. Now taking applications. Call 985-665-9538. _________________ Trailer For Rent: Quiet place, quiet person, no pets, no children, 1 br, 1 ba, furnished. $650/mth, $400 /dep. Utilities /cable included. Call 985-691-3104 for application. Only quiet/clean people apply please. _________________ 1 Apts. For Rent in Central Lafourche area. $300/mth. plus utilities. Call 985-5379259. _________________ Trailer, Apts., House, & Bar For Rent: FMI call 985-677-4533. _________________ ~ Larose Mini Storage ~ Spaces Available Call 693-3709. _________________
House For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, on E. 36th St. (brown house) house #224. Wood floors, central ac/heat, no smoking, no pets. $850/mth, $850/dep. Call 985-693-3052 or 985-691-3052. _________________
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21” Flat Screen TV For Sale: Brand new, w/small console & new DVD player. Valued at $170, asking $100. FMI call 850723-8231. _________________ Fruit trees for sale. Peach and Fig. $5 each. 985-691-9466 _________________
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MLS 116370: NEW LISTING Located on Alex Plaisance Blvd. in Golden Meadow, this property is 16,536 sqft. It was once used to store frozen seafood and as a warehouse and office. All equipment is included. Lot is 190’ x 578’. Great location! $1,250,000.
MLS 116383: NEW LISTING 21118 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. Located just north of the flood gates. This property was once a church and is now converted into a bunk house that can house 40 people. It’s 4,188 sqft. and sits on a 266’ x 841’ lot. $500,000. MLS 116384: NEW LISTING 139 Joe Brown Rd., Lockport. This property sits on 43 acres with warehouse and office space totaling 188,894 sqft. It has 300,000 sqft. of Limestone and 125,000 sqft. of concrete parking. It has 5,900 ft. of chain link fencing and includes a guest house. There is plenty of room for expansion or rental space. $3,200,000. MLS 116391: NEW LISTING 22801 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. This property was the Louisiana Shrimp & Packing Co. This huge building is 36,613 sqft., it has work areas, cooler storage, freezer storage, shipping and receiving docks, fuel service dock, 120 ton ice plant, a 1200 ft. dock along Bayou Lafourche and much more! $3,000,000. MLS 115650: Located in Larose on the East side of Hwy. 3235, Approximately 1.7 acres with 273 ft. of road frontage, land is cleared with a dirt pad already in place, great location. $80,000.
MLS 112971: Located down E. 90th St. in Galliano this 19 acre piece has 1200 ft. of frontage on E. 90th St. It is unrestricted, currently used as a hay pasture. $195,000.
MLS 108857: This property is located on Hwy. 308 near the new bridge in Larose. It has 3.3 acres and over a 1,000 ft. of road frontage, plenty of room for multiple businesses. This is one of the best locations available. MLS 113721: Old Rouse’s Shopping Center located at 516 Justin, St. in Lockport. 17,940 sqft. plus cement parking lot and adjoining vacant land included. $295,000.
MLS 112683: Located in Golden Meadow on Hwy. 1 inside the Levee protection, 10 acres with 535’ road frontage. $325,000. REDUCED MLS 112503: This property is located on the east side of Hwy. 3235. 96’ road frontage. $100,000.
MLS 113943: This property is located off Hwy. 308 down Emile Dr. in Lockport. 400 x 104. Restricted. $65,000.
MLS 114010: 170 ft. of Bayouside property located north of Intracoastal in Larose. New bulkhead, electricity, water, plenty of parking. $115,000.
MLS 114683: This metal building on a slab is located at 19291 Hwy. 308 in Golden Meadow. It is currently being used as storage. It has plenty of parking and a 40’ x 25’ covered parking area. It also includes a bayouside with a new dock for loading and unloading boats. It’s an unrestricted zone on an 86’ x 165’ lot and is great for a boat company. $125,000 MLS 108857: Over 3 acres of unrestricted property with a limestone base. Over 1,000 ft. of road frontage. Located by new lift bridge in Larose, south of Intracoastal. Prime location with quick access to Hwy. 3235. $1.2 million. Possible lease option available.
Residential Property
MLS 115025: NEW LISTING 116 W. 44th St., Cut Off. 1668 sqft. living with 3BR and 2ba, office, large closets, fenced yard and more. Great starter home. $126,000.
MLS 114693: Located at 201 E. 153rd Street in Galliano, this home has a total living area of 4,193 sqft. and sits on a 270’ x 83’ x 375’ x 95’ lot. It is a 1.5 story ranch home with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths including an in-ground pool, bath house, sun room and spa. $290,000 MLS 114636: This unrestricted property located at 168 West 115th St. in Cut Off is on a lot measuring 120’ x 636’ x 185’ x 767’. $55,000 200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107 Panky Christen - Broker / Owner Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated
55 gallon drums for sale with lid. $20 each. Call 985-2919490 FMI. _________________ Schwinn Elliptical Exercise Machine For Sale: Model #420. Asking $450. Call 985-637-1293. _________________ Hitachi NV45AB2 For Sale: 1 ¾” gal. nailer. $60. Works good. Call 985-2586558. _________________
Plastic Pallets For Sale
$10 ea. or $8 ea. for 15 or more. Call The Lafourche Gazette at 985-693-7229 FMI. _________________
AUTOS
2011 Nissan Maxima For Sale: 57,000 miles, great cond., leather seats, Bluetooth, sunroof, clean car fax report. Asking $1800 down ad someone to take over notes. Call Chelsey FMI at 985-291-0025. _________________ 2012 Chevrolet Cruze LTZ For Sale: great gas mileage, leather interior, keyless entry, heated seats, black interior & exterior. Asking $13,900. FMI call 985696-0561. _________________
CAMPERS
2011 Montana, 3665 RE, leaving everything in it. All you need is your clothes. Letting B/W hitch & Yogi Bear membership go with it. Take over notes. Call 985-665-4303. _________________ Camper For Sale: 28 ft. Cavalier Camper, new microwave, new mattress, new flooring. Asking $3000. Call 985-398-0306. _________________
BOATS
Lafitte Skiff For Sale: 26’ long, new motor, 6 cyl. Asking $2500. Call 985-6322864. _________________
GARAGE SALES
Garage Sale: Thurs. & Fri., Jan. 29 & 30. 8 am to 5 pm at 122 W. 59th St. Early birds welcome Wed. after 2 pm. Lots of everything. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. & Fri., Jan. 29 & 30, 8 am till at 726 E. 2nd St., Larose (Delta Farm Rd.), take a right at split. Lots of Premie-3+ boys/girls clothing, baby needs, women’s clothing, shoes, toys & much more. _________________ Garage Sale: Jan. 29, 30 &31 at 142 W. 138th St., 8 am to 5 pm. New: Clothes, shoes, plus others. All winter clothes reduce (clearance). Used clothing, knick knacks & much more. Too much to list. Rain or shine. _________________ 4 Fly. Indoor Garage Sale: Rain or shine on Sat., Jan. 31, 8 am to 1 pm at 512 Hamilton St., Larose. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs., Jan. 29, 8 am to 1 pm at 193 E. 16th St., Larose. Mardi Gras stuff, baby things, clothes, basketball shooter, air hockey game, knick knacks, & more. _________________ Lg. Garage Sale: Sat. Jan. 31 at W. 3rd St., Larose. 7 am to 2 pm. Name brand clothes, lg. men clothing, lots of shoes, pillows, quilt sets, x-mas trees, lots more. _________________
HELP WANTED
Best Western Taking applications for Maintenance Person & Front Desk Clerk. Apply in person at 17026 Hwy. 3235, Galliano. No phone calls. _________________
Louisiana Marine Towing, LLC now hiring 100 Ton Captain. MUST have towing endorsement and experience pushing 6 barges. Email Laura.Adams70345@ gmail.com _________________
Drivers: Drive The Best. Drive Maverick.
The Leader in the Marine Terminal Industry
Currently Accepting Applications for
Forklift Mechanic
5&2 Work Schedule *TWIC CARD REQUIRED Job Requirements: Knowledge in trouble shooting, maintaining and servicing heavy equipment. Benefits Include 401-K, Health, Dental, Life, Vision and Disability Insurance.
Apply in person at the C-Port Personnel Dept. Office in Fourchon or fax resume to 985-396-2500 106 9th Street Lot 1 Golden Meadow, LA 70357 www.chouest.com E.O.E. M/F/H/V
Now Hiring
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1-800-289-1100 or visit
www.drivemaverick.com
Sales Clerk
Store Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7-6, Sat. 7-5, Sun. 8-3
Hours Hiring For: Mon.-Fri. 12-6 Every Third Weekend
Every Third Weekend (Sat. 7-5 & Sun. 8-3)
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www.thelafourchegazette.com Applications are being accepted for the position of Seaport Maintenance Specialist for work in Port Fourchon. This position requires skills in the operation of some heavy equipment such as ZTR mowers, backhoe, road grader, front-end loader, dozer & tractor. Knowledge of diesel engines is also preferred along with some skill in welding, carpentry, plumbing & electrical. Excel. benefits include 100% pd. family medical insurance & state retirement. Drug screen, physical and satisfactory driving record will be required. Applications may be obtained from the Greater Lafourche Port Commission office at 16829 E. Main St., Galliano by calling 985-632-6701, by accessing our website at www.portfourchon.com or by emailing cindyd @portfourchon.com. Applications will be accepted thru Fri. January 30. _________________ Exp. Paint Foreman Needed. 5+ yrs. shipyard exp. required. Strong organizational skills & knowledge of blasting/painting equipment. Must be able to pass a drug screen, have a valid driver’s license & willing work on road jobs. Benefit package offered: 401K, health ins., vacation & pd. holidays. Inquire at Eagle Industrial Equipment, 230 N. Barrios St., Lockport, between 8 am & 3 pm. _________________
Special Ed. Dist. #1 “The Center” is seeking a responsible, energetic, self-motivated team player to work as a Maintenance Assistant for its facility in Cut Off. Successful candidates must be at least 18 yrs. old, posses a GED or high school diploma, posses a valid LA driver’s license, pass a criminal background check, physical drug test & ability/agility test. Int. parties should call Rose Grabert or John Gisclair at 985-6325671 for an appt. Applications will be accepted from Jan. 20 thru Feb. 6, between the hrs. of 8 am to 2 pm. _________________ Drivers: Local & Regional Reserve Openings! Great pay, many bonuses, 100% pd. health ins. & more. Class-A w/tank, Hazmat, TWIC & 1 yr. Trac/Trailer exp. required. Call now 1877-661-0678. _________________
2002 Harley Davidson Heritage Soft-Tail For Sale: Dark blue, 20K miles, excellent cond. $11,000 firm! Call 985-798-7494.
*TWIC card required to apply
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!
PURCHASING MANAGER
Applicant must have 3+ years experience of purchasing in the maritime industry. Applicant must have great organizational skills and possess a strong knowledge of computers.
Please send resume to blaine@recmarine.net
Currently Accepting Applications for Experienced Industrial Electrician Helper
5 & 2 Work Schedule Home Every Night
Job Requirements:
Some knowledge to install, maintain, troubleshoot & repair air conditions and industrial electrical equipment Benefits Include: 401-K Health, Dental, Life, Vision & Disability Ins.
Apply in person at the C-Port Personnel Dept. Office in Fourchon or fax resume to 985-396-2500 106 9th Street Lot 1 Golden Meadow, LA 70357 E.O.E. M/F/H/V www.chouest.com
Now hiring a full-time
Account Manager Must be able to lift furniture.
Excellent Pay, Advancement Opportunities, Health & Dental Insurance PTO, Vacation Pay, Holiday Pay & Sundays Off
Apply in person at 14492 West Main St., Cut Off
Maintenance Position Available
365 Enterprises is seeking an individual with a strong work ethic and positive attitude to fill a position as a full time maintenance person in a smoke free work environment. 365 Enterprises operates 57 stores in Louisiana and Mississippi. Benefits include: Vehicle Allowance, Fuel Card, 401K, Health Ins., Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Paid Vacations
Apply at 13559 West Main St., Larose, LA 70373 across from West 32nd St.
K-M AR SUPPLY Fourchon and Cut Off locations Office Assistant
is now accepting applications for Full Time Job duties include (but not limited to): Filing, computer data entry, balancing cash boxes, processing invoices, accounts receivables, answering multi-line phone system.
Computer experience a must. Candidate must be able to multi-task, be a fast learner and self-motivated.
Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Road, Fourchon, LA (NAPA, next door to truck stop) See Brandi. No Phone Calls, Please.
SUPERIOR
P.O. Box 774 • Galliano, LA 70354 Ph: (985) 325-3366 • Fax: (985) 325-3368 www.recmarinelogistics.com
The Leader in the Marine Terminal Industry
SHIPYARD
Is Looking For An Equipment Mechanic
with experience on heavy machinery Must be able to maintain and repair miscellaneous yard equipment. Scheduled days cover Monday thru Friday. Weekends and holidays as required. Competitive pay - DOE, and benefits.
Apply in person at 20987 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow, LA 70357 or send resume to tcreel@superiorshipyard.com
Superior Shipyard offers competitive pay, health and other benefits.
CLASSIFIED ADS
Wednesday, January 28, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
Joe’s Environmental Cont. has immediate openings for Class A CDL Drivers. X-Endorsement & Hazmat required offering $23.50/hr. Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off, between the hrs. of 9 am – 2 pm. _________________ Positions Available: Lady of the Sea
ER:
FLEX RN
PRN Nursing Assistants; Med Surg:
PRN & FLEX RNs
FT Nursing Assistant; Radiology: FT Rad /Mammo Tech, PRN Rad Tech; LOSMC-CO: FT Cert. Medical Assistant, PRN Clinic Clerk; LOSMC-Larose: FT Clinic Clerk, FT LPN; LOS After Hours Clinic: PRN Nurse Practitioner, PRN Cert. Medical Assistant; Revenue Cycle: PT Patient Accounts Rep; Environmental Services: FT & PRN Housekeeper. Apply online at www.losgh.org EOE _________________
Sea Support Ventures, 104 ABC Lane, Cut Off. Now accepting applications for the following positions: 1600 Ton Master w/Oceans, GMDSS, DP & VSO Endorsement, 200 Ton Captains w/VSO Endorsement, AB’s w/RFPNW. All applicants must possess a current TWIC, Passport, STCW 95 & USCG Security Endorsements. Qualified applicants must also pass pre-employment physical (including MRI), DOT drug screen & background check. Sea Support Ventures offers competitive pay, company health ins., simple IRA, & quarterly safety bonus. You may apply in person from 9 am to 4 pm, Mon. thru Thurs. or online at http://www.sea-support.com/employment.htm _________________ Winston Marine Services is now hiring Accounts Payable / Office Manager. Please call 985-2910356. _________________
RLC, LLC is seeking a Ground Support employee to be responsible for escorting customers to and from our aircraft, loading and offloading equipment & supplies, fueling & cleaning aircraft & base vehicles, & maintaining the facility and grounds as directed. This opening is at our air base located in Galliano, LA. The schedule is 7/7 from 5:30 am to 5:30 pm. the successful candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent. Work exp. in a customer service environment preferred. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at our Careers page at WWW.RLC LLC.NET. _________________ Special Ed. Dist. #1 “The Center� located in Cut Off is seeking a Direct Support Worker for its Residential Waiver Programs in the Lockport/Larose area. Great pay, afternoon & weekend hrs. Applications will be accepted from Jan. 26 thru Feb. 13, between the hrs. of 8 am till 2 pm. FMI call 985-6325671. _________________ Tugboat Wheelhouse w/ Towing Endorsement and Dump Scow / Dredge Tending Experience. Dann Ocean Towing. (813) 251-5100. _________________
1� Class Painters Needed. Must pass drug screen & physical & be willing to work on road jobs. Excel. pay along with benefits package offered. Apply at 230 N. Barrios St., Lockport, between 8 am & 3 pm. No Phone Calls. _________________ Cash Magic Larose is now hiring for Casino & C-Store. Great starting pay. Please apply in person at 11825 Hwy. 308 or apply online at w w w. c a s h m a g i c casino.com. Must pass pre-employment, drug screen & background check. EOE. _________________
K-Mar Supply
Full Time Manager Fourchon and Cut Off Locations
is now accepting applications for a Full Time
Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Rd., Fourchon (NAPA, Next Door to Truck Stop)
See Brandi • No Phone Calls Please! Must Speak English! Must meet TWIC Card requirements. Free Transportation to & from work.
WE NEED
YOU!
Daily Comet
The Daily Comet has openings in Lafourche Parish for newspaper route carriers!!! Routes are a good second income for stay at home moms / dads, retirees or anyone else with a few hours of extra time daily. Reliable transportation and a pleasant attitude for dealing with the public.
Call Linda or Penny for details:
448-7623
K-Mar Supply Fourchon and Cut Off Locations
Floor Assistant
is now accepting applications for a Full Time
(Free transportation to and from work)
Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Rd., Fourchon (NAPA, Next Door to Truck Stop) See Brandi • No Phone Calls Please! Must Speak English! Must meet TWIC Card requirements.
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Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. and days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs paid related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985-4476214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985693-4316. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. ________________ Customer Service Rep. wanted for busy insurance agency, located in the South Lafourche area. Must be able to multi-task & possess adequate computer skills. Please mail resume to Help Wanted, P.O. Box 390, Larose, LA 70373. _________________ Triple Son Farm Transport is accepting applications for Exp. CDL 18 Wheeler Driver. Offering pd. vacation, health ins., 401K. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 W. Main, Cut Off. _________________ Looking for Motivated Individuals to join our sales team. No exp. necessary, will train. Please send resume to: Help Wanted, P.O. Box 225, Cut Off, LA 70345. _________________ The Grand Isle Police Department is looking to hire (2) Full Time Police Officers. FMI contact the Grand Isle Police Department at www.grandislepolice @viscom.net. or call 985-787-2204. _________________ Clean Gulf Associates Services, LLC is currently seeking an Entry Level Responder for Leeville site location. High school diploma equivalent & previous maintenance exp. is highly recommended. No spill response exp. necessary. Call Tony at 504-8752467 or email resumes to into@clean gulfassoc.com. _________________ Coast to Coast Transportation is looking for a person to drive personnel 24/7. Chauffeur license needed. Contact Linda Eschette at 985-228-0385. Person must be 28 yrs. or older. _________________ Driver /Painter Helper Needed. Need person to assist with blasting/ painting projects that possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Must be able to pass a drug screen & be willing to work road jobs. Inquire at 230 N. Barrios St., Lockport, between 8 am & 3 pm. _________________
Seeking part-time sitter for 100% complete care of a quadriplegic. 19.5 hours per week. In Lockport, LA. Must be petfriendly person. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-532-0704. _________________
K&W Leasing, LLC is accepting applications for the following: certified forklift operators, certified riggers, yard hands. Apply in person at 160 A. Henry St., Golden Meadow, LA. 985475-4886 _________________
The Lafourche Council on Aging has a temporary job opening for Housekeepers in the Larose/Cut Off area. This job is 20 hrs. per week at $9.53/hr. Mileage is reimbursed at $.51 per mile. Must be able to pass drug test, state police background check & clean driving record. Reliable trans. Questions call Lynette Billiot at 985-532-0458. Apply at LCOA office in Mathews. Deadline to apply is Fri., Jan. 30 at 12 noon. _________________
SERVICES
GOT LEAKS? Call LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.
985-991-1881
Trey LaBove, owner.
Sunnyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home Daycare: Part or Full time and After School Care. Infant to school aged children accepted. Offers a loving, structured environment for children to play & learn. CPR certified. References available. Call 985-258-8337. _________________ Curryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Painting Services New construction, remodels, interior-exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Exp. Call 985-258-0465 or 985-258-6414. _________________
Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC Best Prices on the Bayou, Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic &â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;laminate floors, counter tops, showers, sheet rock, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be beat. No job too big or too small. Licensed & insured, 20 yrs. exp. Free estimates. Call Curtis J. Orgeron, Jr., owner at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron @gmail. com __________________
Scottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coastal Windows **SPECIAL** Buy 8 or more windows and get 1 free! Replacement Windows & Doors Repairs Free Estimates Owner: Nick Scott, Window & Door Installer, Licensed & Insured. Call us Today! 985-278-0672 We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover & American Express _________________
Williams Concrete Construction Free estimates. House slabs, Driveways, Buildings. Whatever you can dream of I can make it come true. No matter if you are near or far or think the job is too big or too small, give me a call and I can solve it all! 985-2788224 or email me at traviswilliams1078 @gmail.com _________________ F.U.N. Parties! To book a party call 985-633-2904. Ask how to win a free cruise. funpartiesinc.com _________________ Top Notch Carpenter Isaiah Domangue Sheetrock, Flooring, Trimâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Work, Wooden Fences and Fence Repairs, Painting, U Call It, actually! 985-688-4053. When you want it done right!
Dog Grooming at Pitreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ J & Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985696-5174. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Tim Harris Flooring Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminate, wood, ceramic, custom showers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985677-2526. _________________
LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 Gas â&#x20AC;˘ Water â&#x20AC;˘ Sewer 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.
985-991-1881
Trey LaBove, owner. _________________
We Do Redo Remodeling, Inc. Total Renovation & Add Ons! Kitchen & bathroom remodel, tile, vinyl siding, decking, etc, plumbing & electric wiring. Call Marvin Thibodaux, Sr. at 985-291-0953. _________________ Earlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Hate To Paint? Call Color Creation! Indoor /Outdoor painting. New or old construction. Reasonable rates. Call 985-2589591. _________________ Bible Questions Answered and Free Bible Study. Call 985-856-1549 or 985693-3026. _________________
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985-991-1881
Sunrise: Feb. 24, 1962 Sunset: Jan. 30, 2014 If we could have a lifetime wish, a dream that would come true; Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d pray to God with all our hearts, for yesterday and you. A thousand words canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bring you back; we know that because weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve tried. Neither will a thousand tears; we know because weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve cried. You left behind our broken hearts and happy memories, too. But we never wanted memories; we only wanted you. We love and miss you, Mom and Family _________________
NOTICES
POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________ Using The Lafourche Gazetteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazetteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________
PETS
Free Lg. Mixed Dog To Good Home: Female, all shots, fixed, friendly, 11 mths. old. Can text pictures if int. Call 985-665-6984. _________________
MEMORIALS
In Memory Of CLAUDE J. SOUDELIER, SR.
Born: Feb. 19, 1930 Died: Jan. 30, 2014 Its been a year since youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been gone, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve missed your smile and funny charm. Although youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not here physically, your love and spirit will never leave us. Deeply Missed By, Wife & Children _________________
Office: 985-693-7229 Fax: 985-693-8282
www.thelafourchegazette.com
OBITUARIES
In Loving Memory Of THOMAS J. SIMONEAUX
Trey LaBove, owner.
Curryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Dougâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. Douglas A Plaisance, Owner / Operator. 985-637-8633 _________________ Hosanna Nails: (985226-7918) 213 Crescent Ave., Lockport. hosannanails@gmail. com. (Professional). Mon.-Sat. from 9 am to 6 pm. Offering free drinks & free WiFi Internet. _________________ If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in need of someone to take care of an elderly loved one at night, please give me a call. Very reliable & experienced. 985-258-6346 _________________
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In Memory Of STEVEN J. BOURG, SR.
Sunrise: Jan. 26, 1942 Sunset: Sept. 9, 2013 A birthday party in Heaven dancing on clouds of white, singing with the Angels on a beautiful January night. As I look at the sky, I hope to see your face; for I know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re smiling down on me from a very special place. A birthday party in Heaven with all whom have gone before thee. I love you, Daddy. Save a dance for me. Love, Donna and Family _________________
Happy 40th Birthday in Heaven To a very special Husband and Daddy LANCE THOMAS CHARPENTIER
Sunrise: Jan. 28, 1975 Sunset: Dec. 3, 2014 It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t 2 months , Dad, since you passed away; and every day we think of you in such a special way. Today is your birthday, a day we always shared, a special day for you alone to show how much we cared. But this year there will be no cake, no gifts, no gathering together, no birthday kiss, no warm embrace; those things canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t last forever. But what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll always have, Dad, is the love within our hearts. That special love thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just for you; which death can never part. Missing you so much, Beloved Husband and Daddy. Love you always and forever, Rachal, Hunter-Bailey and Trent _________________
ALLEN DANOS, JR. Allen Joseph Danos, Jr. died peacefully on Friday, January 23, 2015. He was born on August 3, 1946 in New Orleans, LA. He was a native of Larose and resident of Cut Off. Visitation was held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Monday, January 26, from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with burial in the church cemetery. Al is survived by his devoted children, Marcel Danos and wife Andreia, Reneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Danos David and husband Travis, Alyce Danos and Andre Danos and wife Julie; his fiancĂŠe, Judith Kountoupis of Austin, TX; one brother, Hank Danos. He is survived by his six beautiful grandchildren, Sarah, Luke and Eli David, Ana Wilson, Mary Elizabeth Danos and Mark Danos; great granddaughter, Marley Matherne. He was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Mary M. Danos; his parents, Allen, Sr. and Thelma Savoie Danos; grandparents, Armand and Lucie Richoux Savoie and Victor and Alzina Danos. He was an Eagle Scout, graduate of Holy Cross High School, graduate of LSU, PKT Fraternity, United States Army Reserve, retired owner of Danos and Curole and active in the community. He served many originations in his lifetime, Chamber of Commerce, OMSA, Lafourche Parish Port Commission, Nicholls State University, Holy Rosary Catholic School, Friends of the Rosary, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Catholic Social Services of Houma Thibodaux Diocese, Bayou Community Foundation and many more. He loved his family, friends, horses, hunting, fishing and he especially loved to travel to France and speaking French to anyone who would listen. His desire to make the world a better place was his passion and it was evident. He was one of a kind, determined, strong and disciplined. As an entrepreneur, he inspired many. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the Mary and Al Danos Family Foundation, P.O. Box 1460, Larose, LA 70373. Falgout Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _____________________________
EVOLIA CUROLE Evolia Marie Plaisance Curole, 86, passed away on January 25, 2015. She is survived by her devoted family: son, Wayne Curole and wife Ramona; grandson, Scott Curole and wife Christine; step granddaughter, Evadne Doucet and Misty D. Breaux; great grandson, Michael Curole; step great granddaughters, Harley Leger and Annabelle Verdin; step great grandson, Marcus Jackson; brother, Elton Plaisance. She was preceded in death by husband of 38 years, Claude Anthony Curole; parents, Anaclet Jean Plaisance and Marie Judith Griffin Plaisance; brothers, Forest, Ernest, Raymond and Nolan Plaisance; grandson, Bradley Curole. Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 28 from 10 a.m. till 12 noon at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. Funeral mass was at 12 noon at Sacred Heart Church with burial in the church cemetery. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. _____________________________
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Another Operation Crackin’ Down suspect apprehended, 3 remain on wanted list Wednesday, January 28, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
On Thursday, January 22, deputies responded to a trailer park in Gray after obtaining knowledge of the possible whereabouts of Codi Campbell, 27. Campbell had two outstanding warrants for distribution of crack cocaine, one of which stemmed from Operation Crackin’ Down in 2014. He also had a warrant for theft of goods after shoplifting from a local department store, and had a warrant for resisting an officer after fleeing from a traffic stop in which he was the vehicle’s passenger. After deputies arrived, Campbell eventually exited the residence and surrendered without incident. He was taken into custody and transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux where he was booked per the warrants. He is being held in lieu of $81,000 bond as set by the warrants. Forty-six (46) individu-
Arrest reports
The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty. JANUARY 21, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Bryan O. Stagg, 24, Raceland. Contempt of court. Bruce M. Johnson, 35, Thibodaux. Possession of marijuana, 1st offense. Chad M. Voclain, 30, Houma. Possession of marijuana, 1st offense. Eric Joseph, 50, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts). Glenn Watkins, 52, Thibodaux. Failure to register & notify as a sex offender (felony). Timothy T. Folse, 25, Houma. Violation of protective order. Margaret D. Santiny, 41, Grand Isle. Possession or dist. of drug para., poss. of meth. (felony). Myles J. Scioneaux, 28, Thibodaux. Theft of goods. Douglas Firmanty, 55, Grand Isle. Forgery (72 cts, felony), theft (74 cts), contempt of court (3 cts). Larry Hebert, Jr., 45, Cut Off. Possession of drug para. (felony). Andrae Hughes, 36, Tallulah, LA. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Antoine Benoit, Jr., 56, Thibodaux. Molestation of a juvenile (2 cts). Jessica Lacaze, 27, Thibodaux. Possession of marijuana, 2nd offense. JANUARY 22, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Joshua Harris, 17, Thibodaux. Armed robbery (felony). David Brock, 28, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Ronald L. Johnson, 55, Lockport. Domestic abuse battery. Codi J. Campbell, 27, Gray. Resisting an officer, theft of goods, dist/manuf. crack cocaine. Tray Howard, 22, Raceland. Con-
als have now been arrested as part of Operation Crackin’ Down, an investigation into a crack cocaine organization conducted in 2013 and 2014. Three persons with warrants stemming from the operation are still at large: Percy Calloway Jr., 24, Steven Folse, 23, and Tremayne Gabriel, 36, all of Raceland. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of any of these individuals should contact Crime Stoppers Bayou Region at 1800-743-7433 or by texting “GIVEATIP” plus your mestempt of court. Clark D. Lee, 37, Galliano. Contempt of court. Donald R. Williams, Jr., 28, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Probation/Parole Brandy Rodrigue, 24, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. JANUARY 23, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Tarnisha Thomas, 23, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Natron Gray, 19, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Tory Duncan, 36, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Whitney Southall, 28, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Shawn T. Taplet, 17, Raceland. Possession w/intent to distribute marijuana, poss. of crack cocaine, aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon (felony), resisting an officer, simple battery. Louisiana State Police Albert Richard, 39, Schriever. DWI 2nd offense, driving on roadway laned for traffic, operating a vehicle with suspended license, other offenses, fugitive. JANUARY 24, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Melissa O. Kraemer, 37, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts). Leonie P. Guidry, 26, Mathews. Hunting w/o a non resident license, hunting big game w/o a license, hunting or taking deer or bear w/o illegal weapon, poss. of a firearm or carrying of a concealed weapon by a person convicted of dab. Nancy L. Wisdom, 46, Thibodaux. Dialing or using parish emergency phone system (911), prohibited violations, penalties. Juris J. Roussell, 36, Cut Off. Unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling (felony). Charles Walker, Jr., 31. Thibodaux. Theft of goods, simple battery, contempt of court, disturbing the peace. Thibodaux Police Department Rusty Core, 27, Homeless. Enter/remain after being forbidden-immovable structure.
Surfin’ the is comprised of cute, funny and at times heartwarming stories and photos that are found circulating the internet. Oftentimes there are no known authors of the material. The Lafourche Gazette does not take credit for the writings in this column. We’re publishing it to simply put a smile on our readers’ faces. Anyone wanting to submit something for the column can email it to news@TLGnewspaper.com or drop it off at the office during business hours.
Three Nuns
Three nuns were attending a Yankee baseball game. Behind them sat three men. Because the nuns’ habits were partially blocking the view, the men decided to pester the nuns, hoping they’d get annoyed enough to move to another area. In a very loud voice, the first guy said, “I think I’m going to move to Utah. There are only 100 nuns living there.”
Then the second guy spoke up and said loudly, “I want to move to Montana. There are only 50 nuns living there.” The third guy yelled, “I want to go to Idaho. There are only 25 nuns living there.” The Mother Superior turned around, looked at the men, and in a very sweet and calm voice said, “Why don’t you go to hell. There aren’t any nuns there.”
Codi Campbell
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Public notice
PUBLIC NOTICE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (LDEQ) CROSBY LINEN SERVICE, INC. DRAFT WATER DISCHARGE PERMIT
The LDEQ, Office of Environmental Services, is accepting written comments on a draft Louisiana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (LPDES) permit prepared for Crosby Linen Service, Inc., 198 Celestine Drive, Golden Meadow, LA 70357. The facility is located at 198 Celestine Drive in Golden Meadow, Lafourche Parish. Upon the effective date of the final permit, the LPDES permit shall replace the previously issued LPDES permit. The principal discharge from this existing source is made into an unnamed ditch, thence into an unnamed canal, thence into an unnamed slough, thence into Bayou Sevin, waters of the state classified for primary contact recreation, secondary contact recreation, propagation of fish and wildlife, and oyster propagation. Under the SIC Code 7213, the applicant proposes to to discharge treated sanitary wastewater and laundry wastewater from an existing linen service facility. During the preparation of this permit, it has been determined that the discharge will have no adverse impact on the existing uses of the receiving waterbody. As with any discharge, however, some change in existing water quality may occur. Comments and requests for a public hearing or notification of the final decision can be submitted via personal delivery, U.S. mail, email, or fax. Comments and requests for public hearings must be received by 4:30 pm CST, Wednesday, March 4, 2015. Delivery may be made to the drop-box at 602 N. 5th St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802. U.S. Mail may be sent to LDEQ, Public Participation Group, P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313. Emails may be submitted to DEQ.PUBLICNOTICES@LA.GOV and faxes sent to (225) 219-3309. Please see additional instructions for comment submission, hand delivery and information regarding electronic submission at http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/Default.aspx?tabid=2256 or call (225) 2193276. Emails should follow the statewide email policies. For more information regarding statewide email policies, go to http://doa.louisiana.gov/ocs/email/policies.htm. If LDEQ finds a significant degree of public interest, a public hearing will be held. LDEQ will send notification of the final permit decision to the applicant and to each person who has submitted written comments or a written request for notification of the final decision. The application, draft permit and statement of basis are available for review at the LDEQ, Public Records Center, Room 127, 602 North 5th Street, Baton Rouge, LA. Viewing hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (except holidays). The available information can also be accessed electronically on the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) on the DEQ public website at www.deq.louisiana.gov. Inquiries or requests for additional information regarding this permit action should be directed to Kelli Hamilton, LDEQ, Water Permits Division, P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313, phone (225) 219-3212. Persons wishing to be included on the LDEQ permit public notice mailing list or for other public participation related questions should contact the Public Participation Group in writing at LDEQ, P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313, by email at DEQ.PUBLICNOTICES@LA.GOV or contact the LDEQ Customer Service Center at (225) 219-LDEQ (219-5337). Permit public notices including electronic access to the draft permit and statement of basis can be viewed at the LDEQ permits public notice webpage at www.deq.louisiana.gov/apps/pubNotice/default.asp and general information related to the public participation in permitting activities can be viewed at www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/tabid/219 8/Default.aspx. Alternatively, individuals may elect to receive the permit public notices via email by subscribing to the LDEQ permits public notice List Server at http://louisiana.gov/Services/Email_Notifications_DEQ_PN/. All correspondence should specify AI Number 41182, Permit Number LA0091448, and Activity Number PER20140001. 1/28/15
Legal notice
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION December 15, 2014
The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in special session on Monday, December 15, 2014 at 1:00 PM at the Administration Building 16829 East Main, Galliano, LA. President Gisclair called the meeting to order and Secretary Cheramie called roll. ATTENDED: Chuckie Cheramie, Perry Gisclair, Kris Gaudet, Donald Vizier, Wilbert Collins, Larry Griffin, John Melancon Jr., and Jimmy Guidry ABSENT: Ervin Bruce President Gisclair presented for the board’s review and approval the LEBA Investments, LLC and Bollinger Shipyards, LLC Landlord Agreements for sites GLF502A, 502B, 502C and 627. Port Attorney Autin stated that he received this request Wednesday afternoon that needed to be considered by the board for the transaction going on this week. LEBA Investments is a LLC registered to Chouest Offshore. The agreement states that the loan closing will take place and LEBA Investments, LLC will be renamed Bollinger Shipyard, LLC shortly thereafter. The agreement is similar to other landlord agreements passed by the board. The comments sent by Autin were accepted by the bank. The series of loans will be secured by all the moveable property on these sites and a mortgage on the leasehold itself. The bank requests that the Port acknowledge this is taking place and if ever the borrower defaults on the loan and the bank needs to seize the collateral of all the moveable property the Port would not stop that from happening. On the lease side, if ever the tenant defaults on the lease the bank has the opportunity to cure that default for the loan holder to keep that lease in effect. Upon motion by Griffin and second by Cheramie, with no public comment, the board approved the Landlord Agreements with LEBA Investments, LLC and Bollinger Shipyard, LLC for lease sites GLF502A, 502B, 502C and 627. The vote resulted in 7 yeas, 1 abstain by Gisclair, and 1 absent by Bruce. Upon motion by Cheramie and second by Griffin, the board adjourned the special meeting at 1:05 PM. ATTEST: Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary Perry Gisclair, President 1/28/15
Legal notice
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION December 10, 2014
The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in regular session on Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at 10:30 AM at the Administration Building 16829 East Main Street, Galliano, LA. President Gisclair called the meeting to order and Secretary Cheramie called roll. ATTENDED: Chuckie Cheramie, Perry Gisclair, Kris Gaudet, Donald Vizier, Wilbert Collins, Larry Griffin, John Melancon Jr., and Jimmy Guidry ABSENT: Ervin Bruce Upon motion by Melancon and second by Collins, the board unanimously approved the minutes for November 7, 2014 regular meeting and November 20, 2014 special meeting. Executive Director’s Report Northern Expansion – Engineer John Plaisance reported that the Slip C West Bulkhead is complete. All the steel sheets are installed on the East Bulkhead. The contractor is working on the bumper pipe, whaler beam, and deadman. Engineer John Plaisance reported that the Slip C Sweep Dredge project was awarded for $1.26 million to Coastal Dredging. We are currently verifying dredge quantities before the contractor begins. Airport Projects – Joe Wheeler, Airport Manager reported that we should receive the Parish permit hopefully this week to complete the Glide Slope project. The AWOS will be commissioned on December 16th. The contractor for the Apron Expansion project is progressing well and is on their second layer of installing rocks. Engineer Larry Picciola reported that the Pump Station project is progressing well. Low Land should be bringing in rocks soon. They did replace an 8’ section of the pipe that was damaged. Wheeler reported that for November there were 2,422 aircraft operations. Port Security and Grant Projects – April Danos reported that the equipment is being installed for the Cybersecurity project. The installation of the Airport Cameras should begin next week. The Port Wide Sustain & Maintain project for licensing is ongoing. Joni Tuck reported that the procurement for the Risk Mitigation Plan should be ready to bid in the next few weeks. Executive Director Chett Chiasson stated that there will be a lot of items that will be updated with this new plan since it has been 5 years since the last one. Other Port Projects – Tom Hunter with URS reported on the Assumption of Maintenance Study. The permit was received on November 25th for the Bayou Lafourche dredging. The next key step is working with Port staff to request an internal decision document prepared by the Corp to issue the permit. Once we receive that document, we can update the environmental section of the report and submit it for the Port’s review. After the Port’s review, we then can submit the final report to the District Corps of Engineers. Chiasson stated that the Storm Harbor Marina project is being funded by Lafourche Parish Government of $1 million through CDBG and $400,000 from the Port through Fisheries Infrastructure funds. Engineer John Plaisance reported that the project is close
to completion. The contractor has started hauling rock in today and should be finished by the end of the week. Gisclair questioned if signage and fencing will be installed, which Chiasson replied yes. Signs and a fence will be installed once the contractor is complete along with possible lighting. Plaisance stated that the contractor does have a few punch list items to complete but it should be ready for substantial completion. Engineer Larry Picciola reported that N. J. Theriot Road Elevation & Improvements project was awarded to Barriere Construction. The contracts are being signed and we plan to have the preconstruction meeting after the 1st of the year. Engineer John Plaisance reported that the plans and specs for the Nerby Collins Marina Bulkhead Upgrade have been submitted for CDBG review. After approval is received, we will begin advertising the project. Engineer Joe Picciola reported that the Leeville Public Boat Launch is complete and was opened on November 22nd. He stated that Phase 2 of the project will begin next year. Archie Chiasson with LPG thanked the Port for partnering with them on this project along with the Wallop-Breaux grant. He stated that as soon as the state approves the line of credit for the funds they will begin the 2nd phase which includes a handicap fishing pier and artificial reef. Engineer Joe Picciola reported that the FEMA Breakwaters project is currently under advertisement. The prebid meeting is scheduled for tomorrow with the bid opening on December 18th. Davie Breaux reported that the Highway Embankment Stabilization project along LA 1 from the South Lafourche Bridge to the Cut Off Bridge is underway. The Port purchased the rip rap and we are working with DOTD to install. Chiasson stated that later on the agenda we will consider assisting the Town of Golden Meadow by funding $100,000 for repairs to a section of the seawall as part of the highway embankment funds budgeted this year. Breaux stated that the new Pontoon Excavator was delivered on Monday. It has been inspected and we started using it along with the old excavator to prepare the levees for the upcoming dredge projects. We do plan to surplus bid the old excavator in the next few months. Gisclair questioned the cost of the new excavator which Breaux replied $502,000. Chiasson stated that we are still working with BOEM, BSEE, NOAA, USCG and DNR on finalizing the locations for the offshore anchorage site. They are finalizing the lines and where the actual boundaries will be in South Timbalier southwest of Port Fourchon. There will be 2 different sites of 20’ to 45’ of water for shallow vessels and deep water vessels. USCG will be making the rules on this and it will be out on public notice in the future. There will be a public hearing. In regards to commercial fishermen, this area is not restricted as far as commercial fishing is concerned. Update on LA 1 Project – In the absence of Henri Boulet, Chiasson read his report. DOTD continues to be on schedule with final design of Segment C of the LA 1 Project with the estimated construction letting date in August/September 2015. Final design plans for Segment C are near 60% complete. The Coalition updated the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority on the status and needs of LA 1 at the authority’s October meeting. The Coalition continues to monitor funding opportunities for the LA 1 Improvement Project that will come through this authority, namely Restore Act funding and Outer Continental Revenue Sharing funds. The LA 1 Coalition worked with LA DOTD in November to submit an update on the LA 1 Project to the U.S. Secretary of Transportation to classify Projects of Regional and National Significance (PRNS) into 3 tiers. Information submitted specifically addressed PRNS criteria, and will be utilized to update both the U.S. House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure and the Senate Committee on Environment & Public Works. Finally, the Coalition has picked up two new significant E & P member companies, with both HESS Corporation and Noble Energy joining the Coalition in November. Committee Reports Executive Committee - The committee met on November 20th in Galliano. Present was Gisclair, Cheramie, Melancon, and Griffin. They also met on December 8th in Galliano with Griffin absent. Upon motion by Collins and second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from Midstream Fuel Service to extend the lease terms for site GLF301-15 for 30 additional years. Chiasson stated that this lease will expire February 2017 and Midstream is looking to invest in the site and would like to extend the old lease for an additional 30 years. The extension will be for a primary term of 10 years with 4 additional 5 year options and will allow us to update the insurance requirements as well. Upon motion by Collins and second by Cheramie, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from the Town of Golden Meadow for a Cooperative Agreement to fund $100,000 toward the repairs to a section of the seawall along LA 1. Mayor Bouziga stated that the town did receive a $1.4 million grant however their match is 25% and he is asking the Port and the Parish for assistance in the 25% match payment. Upon motion by Gaudet and second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Harbor Police Procedures Policy. Permits & Waterways Committee - The committee met on November 20th in Galliano. Present was Chairman Cheramie, Gisclair, Griffin, and Collins. They also met on December 8th in Galliano with Griffin absent. Chairman Cheramie presented for the board’s review the permit applications from Lafourche Parish Government, Hilcorp Energy Company, Shoreline Southeast, Entergy Louisiana, Shoreline Southeast, Lawrence Toups, and Hilcorp Energy Company. Cheramie stated that we will be sending letters to
DNR regarding the permits by Hilcorp Energy and Shoreline Southeast in opposition of the prop-washing. Construction & Development Committee - The committee met on November 20th in Galliano. Present was Chairman Bruce, Gisclair, Griffin, with Vizier absent. They also met on December 8th in Galliano with Griffin and Bruce absent. Upon motion by Melancon and second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously adopted the DOTD Resolution Certifying Compliance with Public Bid Laws for the Northern Expansion Slip C Sweep Dredge project. Upon motion by Collins and second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Clear Lien Certificate from Johnson Controls for the TWIC Implementation project. Upon motion by Vizier and second by Gaudet, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Clear Lien Certificate from Johnson Controls for the CCTV Additional Camera project. Upon motion by Cheramie and second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously adopted the Resolution Certifying Compliance with Public Bid Laws for the N.J. Theriot Road Improvements project. Upon motion by Collins and second by Gaudet, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Amended Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the State of Louisiana Capital Outlay for the N.J. Theriot Road Improvements project to update to a cash line of credit of funding as authorized by the Bond Commission. Finance Committee - The committee met on November 20th in Galliano. Present was Chairman Melancon, Gisclair, Gaudet, and Guidry. They also met on December 8th in Galliano with all present. Upon motion by Melancon and second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the payment of November invoices and recognized expenditures over $10,000 with total expenses of $2,203,913.81. Upon motion by Melancon and second by Gaudet, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the November 2014 financial statements. Chairman Melancon presented for the board’s consideration approving the 2015 budget. James Rome, Finance Director reported on the highlights of the budget. The gross operating revenues ending 2014 is $26 million and we are projecting 2015 budget for $28.4 million. This includes the 3 new lease tenants. The construction project highlights at the seaport for 2015 are as follows: finish the 1400’ dredge project (funded by DOTD Port Priority program), finish the 1600’ bulkhead and dredge project (partially funded by DOTD), 800’ bulkhead and dredge project (Port funded), and 1671’ bulkhead project (Port funded). The overall capital projects total $29 million with $7.7 million funded by 3rd party grants. Other projects at the seaport include dredging the channel of Bayou Lafourche $2 million. Chiasson stated that the Bayou Lafourche dredge project is required prior to the Corps assuming the maintenance. The seaport deep draft study of $1.5 million which we did apply for capital outlay funding, additional mooring dolphins in Flotation Canal and Bayou Lafourche $750,000, dolphin maintenance dredge $737,000, highway embankment $200,000 and bayou cleanup $200,000, pile clusters near the Cote Blanche Bridge $80,000, and develop non-waterfront property along A.O. Rappelet $270,000. We are also budgeting for 1 new maintenance employee. The port security project highlights are as follows: risk mitigation $176,000 ($132,000 grant funded), sustain and maintain $619,000 ($464,000 grant funded), and finish cybersecurity $521,000 ($341,000 grant funded). At the Airport revenues ending 2014 are $711,000 and we are projecting 2015 budget for $660,000 since Entergy’s lease will be ending. The construction project highlights at the Airport are as follows: finish apron expansion $3.2 million ($750,000 grant funded), terminal building $2.1 million ($865,000 grant), 3-box hangars and ramp $1 million (Port funded), tree obstruction removal $100,000 (grant funded), and pump station motor upgrade $632,000 (grant funded). Some administrative highlights are to update the employee manual and hire 1 new IT employee. The overall benefits package change of cancer and intensive care benefit to go from 100% employer funded to 100% employee funded which is a $36,000 Port savings. Other budget items include advalorem tax revenue of $4.3 million, overall capital grants projecting $14.7 million, operating and maintenance grants $176,500, and emergency repair grants $1.2 million (PSG and FEMA), and the airport corridor study with the Parish $155,000. The overall operating budget $26.1 million, capital budget $47 million, non-operating budget $5.5 million totals the 2015 budget of $78.6 million. Upon motion by Melancon and second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the 2015 budget of $78,668,871.00. Upon motion by Melancon and second by Collins, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the out of state travel requests from April Danos to attend the Cyber Security Public Hearing Forum on January 14, 2015 in Washington, DC and Davie Breaux to attend the AAPA Maritime Economic Development Energy Projects Seminar on February 23, 2015 in Florida. The Commissioners then wished each and every one a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Upon motion by Cheramie and second by Gaudet, the board adjourned the board meeting at 11:15 AM. ATTEST: Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary Perry Gisclair, President 1/28/15
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