Wednesday, April 29, 2015 The Lafourche Gazette

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Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Governor declares emergency after severe storms

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JANET McCONNAUGHEY Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal declared a state of emergency Monday because of flooding and widespread power outages from storms that blew rail freight containers off the Huey P. Long Bridge and flooded streets and cut power across south Louisiana.

The governor’s move makes Louisiana eligible for federal disaster aid and allows state agencies to respond to local governments’ requests for help.

Assumption and Lafourche parishes declared emergencies to protect residents, respond to current floods and prepare for more, and other parishes are expected to declare emergencies, Jindal’s declaration said.

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The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office conducted a seatbelt checkpoint last week in Larose.

During the checkpoint, deputies checked motorists for seat belt and safety seat violations as well as other violations such as expired inspection tags.

Checkpoints such as these are typically done on a regular basis throughout different areas of the parish.

TV show to visit Golden Meadow home Epic Bar Builds episode to air Sunday, May 3 Ulysses Gisclair Contributing Writer

Governor Jindal declared a state of emergency Monday after severe weather made its way through the area. A tornado is also believed to have touched down in the Chackbay, Thibodaux area during the weather causing widespread damage and power outages.

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A local family’s dreams come true when the Discovery Channel takes a visit to the bayou to make their idea of a perfect bar a reality.

This May, families all over America will sit back and see the rich culture and hospitality of our little neck of the woods. It is not often that the north gets to revel in the experience of visiting down the bayou; however, we always make it a fun time worth having for them.

Epic Bar Builds, which airs on Sunday afternoons at 2 p.m. on the Discovery Channel, follows the Heineman Bar Company and its team as they travel around the country building amazing custom bars for people.

On the May 3 episode of Epic Bar Builds the team will be visiting none other than Golden Meadow as they transform one of the old rooms at local couple Kalika and Drake Rogers’ house into their own epic Rougarou Lounge.

The Heineman Bar Company, located in Chicago, was first founded by bar designer Aaron Heineman. There he, his brother and lead builder, Ben Heineman, along with the rest of their team, have all of the woodworking tools necessary to create a truly one of a kind bar before shipping it across the country to the onsite construction.

In the case of the Rougarou Lounge they made a sleek wooden bar full of custom carvings with alligator skin lining the top of the bar. In fact Aaron decided to carve in the face of the Rougarou man at the top and center of the bar leading to the room’s new name.

The team came to the Rogers’ home from Sunday through Friday last July to do their construction. For the entire week the Rogers family waited in anticipation to see the finished product.

“Drake gave them an idea of what we wanted, but he said surprise me with the rest. They had a real Cajun theme to it, especially with the Rougarou medallion at the top. Even though they’re from Chicago, I guess they did their homework before coming down here,” said Kalika.

The result was beyond what they could have imagined. The builders were well rewarded for

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their work each day. Every morning the Rogers made beignets for their guests and every afternoon there was some sort of seafood boil or other Cajun cooking.

“Oh they went crazy for it. It was funny because we’re serving them gumbo and at first they were talking about how good the soup was and they didn’t know to put rice in it,” said Drake.

Although the Rogers were unable to step inside their room or see its construction during that week it never stopped them or the Heineman team from partying together in their backyard every night after their hard day’s work.

The Rogers say that their new bar will come very handy when the new Saints season kicks off.

“I was blown out of my mind whenever I first saw it. I was like wow, I never could’ve imagined that it would be like this,” said Drake.

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Lafourche Parish voters only have two decisions to make in this Saturday’s election, and not all parish voters will make both.

Voters parishwide will decide on whether to rededicate 4 mils for Lafourche Parish Public Schools for a period of ten years.

Voters will decide if the School District should be authorized to levy and collect the special tax of four (4) mills (an estimated $3,200,000 expected to be collected from the levy of the tax for an entire year), for a period of ten (10) years, beginning with the year 2015 and ending with the year 2024.

The funds generated from the tax will be used to provide additional support to public elementary and secondary schools in the District, in particular to expand the District’s comprehensive safety and security program for students and staff (including, but not limited to, creating single-point entry at schools, additional security cameras, alarm systems, capital improvements and School Resource Officers, and staff to address bullying/cyberbullying and student/related services).

Only voters in the central and northern part of the parish will decide on a sales tax proposal for the North Lafourche Levee District (NLLD) to increase funding for important levee and flooding and drainage projects.

The sales tax is a quarter-cent tax that is estimated to generate approximately $2.2 million per year for the District, which would be solely dedicated to construction of priority levee and flood protection projects within the District, which includes the northern end of the parish to the Intracoastal Waterway in Larose.

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Scaled-back tobacco tax hike gets House committee backing MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s cigarette tax would be raised to match the rate charged by neighboring Mississippi, under a proposal that won approval Monday from the House tax committee as part of broader budgetbalancing negotiations.

The bill offered a much smaller tax hike than health advocates wanted. But Rep. Harold Ritchie, D-Bogalusa, agreed to shrink the increase, saying he thought that was the only way to get his legislation to the full House for debate.

The proposal would raise Louisiana’s cigarette tax from 36 cents per pack to 68 cents, rather than the $1.54 national average Ritchie initially sought.

The House Ways and Means Committee voted 11-5 for the reduced tax hike, which would generate an estimated $67 million in annual revenue for the state.

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Pistol class to be held Sat. in Raceland

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Wild & Wacky games to be held May 2

A Wild & Wacky Game Day will be held on Saturday, May 2 at the Larose Civic Center, sponsored by the Real Life Youth Experience.

Registration of teams is from 1-2 p.m. with games starting at 2 p.m.

Kids ages 11 years to high school seniors are eligible to participate. No charge to enter. Families are welcome to come and watch the games.

For more info. contact 985-637-3478 or 985-2583080. Facebook page info Real Life Experience of South Lafourche.

BBM Golf Tourney slated for May 2

The 9th annual Brayden Breaux Memorial Golf Tournament will be held May 2 at Tideland Country Club. The event will consist of a four-person scramble for $400 per team.

Tee times are at 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and are available first come, first serve upon payment. Players who wear orange will get a free mulligan.

All proceeds go to the Give Kids the World Foundation.

FMI contact LCOMS at 693-3273, Andrea Guidry at 985-772-5219 or email andr eamguidry@yahoo.com.

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Shrimp boil fundraiser slated for May 6

A FIRST Steps Pistol Orientation will be presented by the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office on Saturday, May 2 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Shooting Range, 3451 Highway 182 in Raceland.

Cost is $50 with advanced registration required.

FMI contact: Lieutenant Day at (985) 532-4327, lafate-day @lpso.net This course is pre-requisite for those applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the state of Louisiana.

A shrimp boil will be held on Wednesday, May 6, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., to benefit the Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building in Lockport, located at 202 Main St. Pick up from 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. on Lafourche St., (side of building).

Cost is $12 per plate, which includes 1 pound of shrimp, potatoes, corn and sauce. Orders are being accepted now. Arrangements can be made for delivery for 10 or more orders. For more information call 985-5325106.

The Golden Meadow United Methodist Church will host its annual barbecue event on Saturday, May 2 from 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. at the Golden Meadow Oakridge Park Pavilion, located off North Alex Plaisance Blvd., (Hwy. 3235).

Tickets are $8 a plate which includes BBQ hamburgers with bun, hot dogs with bun, smoke sausage, pork and beans and cole slaw. Soft drinks and homemade sweets will be available for purchase.

FMI call 985-691-4838.

The Bayou Blazers Summer Track registration will be held on Mondays, May 11 and 18.

This program is designed to teach young athletes (ages 12-18) how to train and compete for track and field competitions, and use these skills for football, basketball, baseball and volleyball.

Registration will be held May 11th and 18th  at the Edison Chouest Offshore Main Building. For more information contact coach Charlie Comeaux at 985-677-1753.

BBQ fundraiser to be held Sat. in G.M.

LRD3 to meet Tues.

The next regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Lafourche Recreation District #3 will be held at the Greater Lafourche Port Commission Building in Galliano on Tuesday, May 5th at 7 p.m.

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Animal Shelter to open for adoptions May 2

The Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter will open half a day on the first Saturday of each month. The Shelter will be open May 2 from 8 to 11 a.m.

Call the Animal Shelter, located in Thibodaux, at (985) 446-3532 or e-mail lpas@lafourchegov.org.

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“In a Small Pond”

By Leroy Martin

The Political War of 1951, Part I

The election of 1952, my first vote, was arguably the most bitterly fought Louisiana election of the 20th century, especially in South Lafourche, where, like the Civil War, it pitted brother against brother.

After being elected Governor in 1928, Huey Long had dominated Lafourche Parish politics, and his death in 1935 was exploited by his followers to defeat their opposition.

Thibodaux 3rd District Congressman Numa Monet was accused of running on the “Assassination Ticket” and although in office since 1929 he lost to Robert Mouton in 1937.

After reconstruction, the Democratic Party was the only one still standing and they held every state

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and parish office in Louisiana and most of the South, comparable to the Republicans today.

Louisianans said that Republicans could hold their convention in a phone booth. (Superman used them too, but they are now obsolete.)

Since 1928 the Democratic Party had split into Long and anti-Long factions so in primaries, Democrats fought Democrats. General elections were redundant since less than 100 Republicans were registered in Lafourche. Winning the primary was tantamount to winning the election but interparty rivalries were intense.

It came to a head in Lafourche in 1951 with the followers of Huey/Earl Long, called “The Old Regulars”, motivated by former Senator Harvey Peltier, Sr., versus the remnants of the Sam Jones/Jimmy Davis faction which had won the governorships in 1940 and 1944. Their Lafourche supporters had elected Sheriff Dr. Charles Barker, Assessor Dave Robichaux and Senator Walter Lanier during that period.

In 1948, Earl Long swept Louisiana and Lafourche and the Old Regulars regained the offices they had lost and prepared for the election of 1952.

Forming an opposition slate were Thibodaux attor-

ney Bernard Knoblock, (later Judge), and David Barker, (later Police Juror), son of former Sheriff Barker who had been defeated by Frank Ducos. (I hope you’re taking notes because there will be a quiz.)

The Old Regulars supported Judge Carlos Spaht from Lake Charles for governor with Earl Long, who could not seek re-election, as his Lt. Governor; incumbent Frank Ducos for sheriff; Leonard Toups for senator; Eugene Gouaux and Harvey Peltier, Jr., for state representative, incumbents Clerk of Court Raoul Legendre and Assessor Max Rizan, and a full slate of locals.

Candidates ran as a team or “ticket” and voters were urged to, and most did, vote the “straight ticket”.

The Jones/Davis faction entered the primary under their new name “The All Parish Ticket”.

The Lafourche Comet had announced that Barker and Knoblock were forming a new political “All Parish” organization, and the name stuck.

They supported Judge Robert Kennon from Minden for governor, and from Thibodaux, attorney Clyde Caillout for senator, insurance agent R.J. Signet for representative and longtime Clerk of Court employee Ms. Jeanne Coulon for that job.

From South Lafourche was Richard “Dick” Guidry for state representative, Alvin Louviere for assessor and heading the ticket, former deputy Clinton Cheramie for sheriff opposing fellow South Lafourche native and incumbent Sheriff Frank Ducos.

I now admit I was supporting the “All Parish” ticket because of my lifetime friendship with Dick Guidry. I was partisan, this column is not, just fair and balanced. (Sorry Bill O’.)

A third ticket, the Robichaux-Landry ticket included Thibodaux businessmen Dave Robichaux, trying to regain his assessor job, attorney Bernard Knoblock for senator and Ambroise Landry trying to unseat incumbent Clerk of Court Raoul Legendre.

Frank Ducos and Clinton Cheramie fought the political battle of the century.

Pictured, clockwise from top left: Huey Long, Times Picayune headline, Judge Carlos Spath, both sides of Guidry’s 1952 campaign card, and Judge Robert Kennon.

The sheriff’s race was always the “biggie” and here were two local boys metaphorically in the ring

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duking it out.

The “Old Regulars” wanted to keep the incumbents and the “All Parish” wanted to defeat them.

Both sides played rough and used every political weapon available then … radio, newspapers, signs and public rallies. Television was not yet a major factor and was scarcely used. Television was not always here, my friends—we

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used to watch radio.

This election and the one it spawned shaped my future. Not many remember and that number is thinning fast.

I’ll continue next week with Political Wars II, and as Bette Davis once said, “Fasten your seat belt—it’s going to be a bumpy ride”.

BYE NOW!

Comments are welcomed at: leroymartin1929@gmail.com

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James Rodrigue II joined over 600 other graduates receiving degrees from Nicholls State University this past December.

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What makes James’ Associate of General Studies degree extra special is that it was earned before his high school graduation which will occur in May.

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Pictured are three generations of Rodrigue graduates of Nicholls State University, along with university president Bruce Murphy. From left to right is Nicholls university registrar Kelly Rodrigue, his son James II, Murphy, and James’ grandfather and namesake, James Rodrigue.

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Southwest Airlines canceled flights in and out of the airport about 4:30 p.m., Wilcut said. She said that by 5:30 p.m., nearly 60 flights had been canceled and 65 delayed.

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Five rail cars carrying 10 freight containers fell from the bridge outside New Orleans, Union Pacific Railroad spokesman Jeff DeGraff said. “They were all double-stacked,” he said.

He said the train was moved Monday evening.

“According to the crew, they were on the downslope of the bridge heading off the bridge and were working on pulling off onto a siding.

Before they could get to that siding, ... the five cars were blown off of the back end,” DeGraff said. “They were moving very slowly because they were looking to pull into a siding and being cautious at the weather.”

The National Weather Service reported a 70 mph wind gust at the New Orleans airport.

A video by WGNO-TV, taken through a windshield into driving rain, shows a double-stacked freight container tilting, then apparently pulling over the cars just ahead of and behind it.

The big, rectangular containers fall ponderously to the ground, followed by the flat, wheeled platforms that had carried them. There is a bright flash as one car lands, followed almost immediately by a shower of sparks from a nearby power pole.

The flash was from a power line the containers or

cars brought down; it did not start a fire, DeGraff said.

None of the containers held hazardous cargo, nobody was injured and the cars did not land on any vehicles or businesses, DeGraff said.

Trees blew down across south Louisiana, the weather service reported.

One hit a house but residents got out safely, Thibodaux police said.

In New Orleans, a crew working to shore up a house got out just before it collapsed, WVUE-TV reported.

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pany, reported more than 174,300 customers without power at one point. Cleco reported nearly 24,400, Swepco 10,000 and the Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative nearly 4,200. More than 140,000 were still without power at midafternoon.

Only 100 or so customers at Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative lost power during the rain, operations manager Michael Stafford said.

“Once the rain passed, we started getting tremendous winds. There was no rain, but the ground was saturated, and trees started falling,” he said.

Bayou cleanup nets unusual items Wednesday, April 29, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

In an effort to improve the water quality of the resource that provides 300,000 citizens with drinking water, the Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP) held its 4th Annual Bayou Lafourche Cleanup on March 14th.

The event covered areas along the bayou from Donaldsonville to Leeville and was BTNEP’s largest volunteer effort to remove trash from Bayou Lafourche.

Over 1000 resident volunteers took part in the

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Unusual items included four microwaves, six televisions, a bird feeder, an aquarium, typewriter, two riding lawn mowers, toothbrushes, two boats, a credit card, $1 bill and a kitchen sink.

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“Over our lifetimes, the Legislature has passed many tax incentives. I’m confident most, if not all, were well-intended,” he said. “I’m not so confident that a calculation of ‘return on investment’ was required for their passage.”

Aware of the difficulty of taking tax votes in an election year, Robideaux said: “Our citizens sent us here to represent them.

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But the heaviest debate Monday centered on Ritchie’s cigarette tax bill.

Ritchie, a smoker for 50 years and a funeral director, said the tax hike would lessen smoking, improve health and generate money for the state budget. He said polls suggest people favor the increase.

“As far as our politics goes, it’s probably the easiest tax vote that we can make,” he said.

Supporters of the bill described the health conditions caused by smoking, saying treatment for the poor and uninsured who rely on state health services for smoking-related illnesses costs Louisiana taxpayers about $700 million a year.

“The human and economic costs of smoking are staggering,” said Stephen Kantrow, director of the Pulmonary/Critical Care Fellowship Program for the LSU medical school in New Orleans.

Only Virginia and Missouri have lower cigarette tax rates than Louisiana, according to the nonpartisan Federation of Tax Administrators.

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According to the District, money from the proposed sales tax will not be used for salaries, legal judgments or new buildings.

Voters, mostly in the northern part of the district, rejected the board’s last request for a new sales tax in 2012. That proposed one-cent sales tax, which would have raised about $8 million a year, was defeated with 54 percent of voters against to 46 percent in favor. About 14 percent of the district’s voters cast ballots in that election.

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The Rogers would also like to personally thank all of their friends and family for their help with the cooking and hospitality that they were able to extend to their new friends from up north. The Heineman team had so much fun here in fact that they invited the Rogers back to their hometown in Chicago for the season finale of Epic Bar Builds at Aaron Heineman’s own self-made bar.

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The Greater Lafourche Port Commission (GLPC) is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) and competitive proposals from bona fide qualified Producers who are interested in representing the GLPC as its Insurance Producer of Record (POR) for its Casualty and Marine Insurance Program. The policies involved have a September 25, 2015 renewal date. Property and flood coverages are NOT included in this engagement.

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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION March 11, 2015

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in regular session on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 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., Jimmy Guidry, and Ervin Bruce ABSENT: None Upon motion by Gaudet and second by Bruce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the minutes for February 11, 2015 regular meeting.

Executive Director’s Report Northern Expansion – Engineer John Plaisance reported on Slip C East Bulkhead of 1600’ that the contractor is complete in driving all steel sheets and concrete deadman. They are currently hauling in limestone and finishing up with the last few tie rods. We expect substantial completion within the next 2 to 3 weeks. Plaisance stated on the agenda today is the partial substantial completion certificate for the southernmost 600’ which will allow the lessee’s contractor to start building their facility.

Engineer Plaisance reported on the Sweep Dredging project stating the contractor has completed Slip A alternate and should be complete with Slip C dredge in 2 weeks. Engineer Plaisance reported that the Slip C East Dredge is currently being advertised and scheduled to open bids on April 2nd.

Airport Projects – Airport Manager Joe Wheeler reported that we did receive the FCC license for the Glide Slope project. We have also scheduled the ground inspection on March 17th.

The Apron Expansion project continues ahead of schedule. Byron E. Talbot Contractors are currently working on the apron in front of the FBO. The Pump Station Pipe Replacement project is currently in the lien period. Wheeler then reported that the aircraft operations for February was 3,114 with a passenger count of 7,352 which are astonishing figures. He also asked the public pray for the 11 military personnel that were in the crash over the coast of Florida.

Port Security and Grant Projects – Davie Breaux reported that we continue to configure systems for the Cybersecurity and Resiliency project. The Airport Cameras are expected to be complete March 20th weather permitting. We continue to process paperwork for the video

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management and maintenance of cameras as part of the Port Wide Sustain & Maintain project. Joni Tuck reported the RFP for the Risk Mitigation Plan was opened on Monday. We did receive 6 proposals which we will be processing and should be ready to award in April.

Other Port Projects – Joe Berlin with URS reported that the Assumption of Maintenance Study has been submitted to the Corp of Engineers for final approval. Engineer John Plaisance reported that the Storm Harbor Marina project is currently in the lien period. The contractor has completed all punch list items beside some minor drainage work.

There is a change order on the agenda to adjust final quantities an increase of $669.00 and 17 calendar days. The contractor did finish 21 days behind schedule which is being considered for liquidated damages. Engineer Plaisance reported that bids were received last month for the Nerby Collins Commercial Marina Bulkhead which is ready for award today. Engineer Larry Picciola reported that the N. J. Theriot Road Improvements project is ongoing with Barriere currently doing the drainage work. There were a few issues of elevating a culvert and working with Vision Communications for phone lines which have been resolved. They currently have some delays due to the weather.

Engineer Joe Picciola reported that Bertucci was issued a notice to proceed on March 2nd for the FEMA Breakwaters project. They do plan to be on site in April and be complete before hurricane season.

Update from LA 1 Coalition – Henri Boulet reported DOTD continues to progress with the final design of Segment C of the LA 1 Project. A revised letting date has been set for October 14th.

The state is preferring to take bids after the bond commission meeting in September which approves the state’s portion of financing for the project. There are some significant new challenges facing the Capital Outlay Program which could impact the $40 million of funds we have been working to secure for this fall.

Most recently, $272 million in funding for current projects is now being delayed. I will be meeting with the Secretary of Transportation tomorrow to gain a better understanding of how this might affect the LA 1 Project’s Segment C bid date scheduled in October. As well, the U.S. Corps of Engineers should receive the state’s permit for the levee crossing later this week. I have already reached out to both Congressman Scalise and Congressman Graves offices to update them on this permit in case their help is needed. The Coalition is submitting public comments on several federal issues facing our community which could impact the project. Also, in recognizing the industry’s current fiscal environment, I continue to work on membership retention and growth daily.

CB&I Presentation on the Seaport Master Plan – Dustin Malbrough presented a brief overview of the contents that are in the master plan. We looked at the Port as it exists today and then prioritized projects into the future forecasting the next 5, 10, and 20 years out.

This will be a dual presentation with Dr. Loren Scott emphasizing the economic portion of the plan. First how does this master plan benefit the Port, which he replied that the plan provides a framework for the Port Commission for development and expansion through the next decade and beyond. It builds upon previous planning documents that established the foundation for Port Fourchon and the South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr. Airport and identifies the needs and potential opportunities to expand operations and generate regional economic benefits. The economics identifies and projects the changing business trends and adjustments of the maritime port industry over the next 5, 10 and 20 year periods. The mission statement: “The Greater Lafourche Port Commission, a political subdivision of the state of Louisiana, facilitates regional economic growth by maximizing the flow of trade and commerce and fosters the local economy while preserving our community’s environment and heritage.”

Malbrough then presented the overview of each chapter. Chapter 1 is the geographic location of the Port, the history of the Port, and the significance of the Port to the local community, the Houma-Thibodaux MSA, the State of Louisiana, and the United States. We also highlight important characteristics of the Port we have today the exclusive land base for LOOP - the nation’s only offshore Deepwater import facility, the ongoing northern expansion project that will double the Port in size, the strong tenant base and high demand for additional leasable lands, and the economic engine for Southeast Louisiana. He then showed satellite views of the Port from 1978 compared to today.

Chapter 2 of the plan covers the vision statement. “Port Fourchon in 2035 will be the premier portal to the commercial maritime and environmental/fisheries industries in the GOM. With its world-class seaport facilities, including the Greater Lafourche Port Commission owned South Lafourche Airport, Port Fourchon will offer a secure and seamless transportation system that effectively connects company goods and services with customers throughout the region and nation. Port Fourchon will continue to drive economic growth and embrace its role as an integral environmental steward to achieve sustainable and long-lasting prosperity. Commerce related to shallow-water exploration is a mainstay at Port Fourchon and will remain so in the future. However, the Port will also expand its cargo diversity through an expansion of deep water exploration services. Deep water drilling production and commodity services and deep water rig repair will be emphasized. Building on its foundation as the peak deep water services port, Port Fourchon is the leading oil and gas port in the nation through innovation, efficiency, and resiliency - including diversification of its business model to enhance the Port’s resilience to economic shifts.” The planning goals are as follows: Goal 1: increase terminal access and capacity; Goal 2: optimize land use in a manner that acknowledges the limited availability of land and the need to protect environmentally sensitive resources; Goal 3: accommodate diverse cargoes and diversification through an expansion of deep water exploration services; Goal 4: develop a policy for Port leasing that aligns with the 20-Year vision for the Port and supports growth that is orderly; Goal 5: maintain a safe and secure operating environment for employees and visiting operators; Goal 6: protect natural and cultural resources; Goal 7: facilitate recreational opportunities for the public while retaining the integrity of Port security and safety; Goal 8: maintain and expand airport services that complement Port activities related to shallow and deep water exploration.

Chapter 3 covers the existing conditions of transportation, infrastructure, facilities, and resources the Port utilizes for its daily operation. Transportation Networks reviews navigation, airport, highway system, and rail system. Infrastructure details the local roads, utilities, and Fourchon Bridge. Facilities review

the Ops Center, EOC, Support Tower, and Communications Center. Resources detail the in-house Harbor Police, Lafourche Parish Fire Department, and Our Lady of the Sea Medical personnel, and a series of Federal Agencies. This chapter also provides context on the environment, parish demographics, existing tenants, and historic cargo movements at the Port. The top 3 constraints to Port growth are limited access to land based transportation beyond that provided by LA1, limited available lands ready for development today, and limited water depths to accommodate greater deep water activities.

Dr. Loren Scott will skip Chapter 4 since it covers the economic impacts that was just presented to the board. Dr. Scott discussed Chapter 5 the economic analysis and forecasts of what will happen in the future which is tough to determine with the oil and gas industry. In general, the forecast is optimistic and encouraged by the fact of the number Deep water wells that have come back since the oil spill. In the Gulf of Mexico, taxes and regulations are more stable and lower than other countries. In the report there is a discussion of what is going on in Mexico due to a decision at the end of 2013 to allow private oil companies to drill in the Gulf of Mexico (GOM) and in Mexico itself. These are areas of the gulf that were not open before which will be good for the Port. We have an enormous pipeline infrastructure in place whereas West Africa, Brazil, and others do not. We have a lot of advantages that drive these forecasts. Deep water exploration and development wells will nearly double in the next 20 years in the GOM. Production (barrels of oil) will increase over the next 20 years as well. Basically what the forecasts predicts is that you have a very good future ahead in the GOM which will be significant growth for Port Fourchon. Gisclair stated that he hopes this forecast proves to be true for the Port and industry.

Malbrough presented Chapter 6 which details the historic growth as well as the projected growth in oil & gas and its related subsectors. Markets we explored include the following: oil and gas leasing in the GOM, deep water drilling, production, & commodity services, deep water rig fabrication, boat and ship fabrication & maintenance, production platform decommissioning, LNG import, export, storage & fueling facilities, transshipment of deep draft cargo, and commercial and recreational boating.

In Chapter 7, we list details on the Port objectives and action items necessary to fulfill the vision statement & planning goals of the Port such as the deepening of Belle Pass. This would allow the Port to support much larger & deeper drafting vessels and drilling rigs that are integral to the deep water oil & gas industry. These vessels are not currently accommodated by Port facilities due to the channel depth restrictions.

Chapter 8 list the proposed projects that are reflective of the objectives of the Port and are aligned with the economic analysis and forecasts.

Chapter 9 details a series of steps by which the proposed projects could be undertaken. This plan is a living document, meaning that, short-term objectives and goals may need adjustment due to some industry change or trend, therefore, we define a process by which the Port’s Master Plan should be updated to ensure the Port’s actions continue to align with the plan through the 2035 planning horizon and beyond.

The final Chapter 10 lists references utilized for the development of this 2035 Master Plan. Also, included are useful links to websites for relevant information related to our seaports operations, cargo movement, and energy sector.

Fletcher IPT Program and Marine & Safety Center – Earl Meador Chancellor of Fletcher Technical Community College and Director of SCL Technical College addressed the board. There are 8 different sites we serve a 5 parish region. These are 2 separate colleges but since he is in charge of both it allows for them to share resources. One local site is the SCL Technical College located in Galliano that has had major renovations recently. For several years students from South Lafourche have been attending for welding, nursing, and the GED program. Fletcher now has the Integrated Production Technology program based in Schriever to train deep water offshore production workers. The IPT program provides specialized academic & technical skills training to prepare students for careers as technicians (production operators) in the oil & gas production industry.

This program started from a large donation from BP actually before the oil spill. The BP IPT Building was funded through a $4 million generous donation from BP America & matched with another $4 million from the State of Louisiana. Inside there is a massive training facility lab and we are just finishing up a production training skid for students to use. In the next year, students will work off a salvaged platform put in the air 20-30 ft. We are constantly changing our programs as the communities we are involved in change.

We promote our program as $60K is 2 years away by getting this degree from the IPT program. Fletcher was recently designated as the Deepwater Center for Workforce Excellence by the State Board of Regions that recognizes the IPT program as the top program training production workers. The biggest challenge is hiring instructors. We hire out of the industry and business people that have had real life experience.

The Marine and Petroleum Safety Training Center is another partnership between the 2 colleges. There is a new building in Houma recently opened which is a Fletcher building run by SCL staff. Fletcher runs about 1,000 students a year whereas the SCL in Morgan City has approximate 6,000 students a year.

At the new location in Houma, they will also have a HUET instructor for water survival course. SCL is also constructing a new building in Morgan City sponsored

by Hugh & Byrnes Young for marine and petroleum safety courses. As we go forth, the training we do is about your community and making our courses fit what is going on in the workforce. Taking care of our community to make sure that the investment stays here.

Melancon questioned getting information to sign up and attend these programs, which Meador replied through job fairs and working with high schools. Crystal Chiasson stated that there is a job fair on March 25th at their Schriever campus and on March 26th at the Houma campus for businesses to come in and hire students. There are other outreach programs that we go to all the high schools giving out information. We are also working with businesses to develop an internship program for students to gain experience.

Chiasson stated that you can apply online at fletcher.edu. Meador stated that we continue to recruit students and actually do summer camps to inform students as young as 6th graders so they know what is out there. Gisclair questioned after recruit and train do you take part in placing students with jobs, which Meador replied that is where the job

fairs come in and continue to deal with local businesses to know what openings are out there. As a college, we have looked at the placement issue and developed a workforce team to promote and better the efforts of placing students in the community. Gaudet stated impressed with the programs offered.

Meador stated that we are part of the community and we change and adapt as the community changes by continuously updating our programs we offer. If anyone has recommendations for new courses, we want to hear from you.

Committee Reports Executive Committee - The committee met on February 25th in Port Fourchon. Present was Gisclair, Cheramie, and Melancon, with Griffin absent. They also met on March 9th in Galliano with all present.

Upon motion by Collins and second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from Entergy Louisiana to amend their lease at the South Lafourche Industrial Park with respect to a portion of the lease premises being extended for 3 months.

Upon motion by Gaudet and second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from NRCS to extend their lease for 25 additional years at the South Lafourche Industrial Park.

Upon motion by Bruce and second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from Rotorcraft to lease 11.62 acres of property adjacent to their existing site at the South Lafourche Industrial Park.

Upon motion by Griffin and second by Bruce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved advertising for summer employees to hire 5 roustabouts and 1 clerical.

Construction & Development Committee - The committee met on February 25th in Port Fourchon. Present was Gisclair, Vizier, with Bruce and Griffin absent. They also met on March 9th in Galliano with all present.

Upon motion by Collins and second by Cheramie, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Partial Substantial Completion Certificate dated March 3, 2015 by Johnson Bros. Corporation for the southernmost 600’ on the east side of Slip C Bulkhead project.

Upon motion by Bruce and second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously adopted the DOTD Resolution to advertise the east side of Slip C Sweep Dredge project.

Upon motion by Vizier and second

by Collins, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved Change Order No. 2 an increase of $669.18 and 17 contract days for the Storm Harbor Marina project.

Upon motion by Vizier and second

by Gaudet, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the lowest responsive bid of $371,745.00 from Dolphin Services, LLC for the Nerby Collins Commercial Marina Bulkhead project.

Finance Committee - The committee met on February 25th in Port Fourchon. Present was Chairman Melancon, Gisclair, Gaudet, and Guidry. They also met on March 9th in Galliano with all present.

Upon motion by Melancon and second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the payment of February invoices and recognized expenditures over $10,000 totaling $3,233,461.46.

Upon motion by Cheramie and second by Collins, the board adjourned the meeting at 11:24 AM. ATTEST: Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary Perry Gisclair, President 4/29/15

Legal advertisement OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION March 18, 2015

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in special session on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at 4:00 PM 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., Jimmy Guidry, and Ervin Bruce ABSENT: None President Gisclair presented for the board to consider approving a rental discount for Fourchon land leases. Executive Director Chett Chiasson stated that there has been a considerable amount of discussions with the board regarding the several requests received from the tenants due to the low oil prices and the trickling affects from the oil companies to the operators and down to the Port leases. The administration is recommending the motion to have a 20% discount to the scheduled Basic Rent calculation for all current Port Fourchon land leases will be effective April 1, 2015 to March 31, 2016 or until the price of a Barrel of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) reaches $70/barrel for 60 days consecutively, whichever comes first. The only exception to the discount is to the portion of the 500AB Halliburton lease which is owned by Caillouet Land, LLC. Again, this is for just basic rent not improvement rent on solely Port Fourchon land leases. It does not include mooring dolphins or the airport leases. The intent of this action is to assist in the long term sustainability of our tenant base which has an immense economic impact on our community. Upon motion by Cheramie to approve the recommendation stated above which was second by Gaudet, the floor was open to discussion. Vizier requested explanation of the difference between basic and improvement rent, which Chiasson replied many tenants have leases with improvements which is the bulkhead cost that the Port built as well as basic land rental. This rental discount will only affect the basic rental. Chiasson stated that this does not impact the 5% annual escalation which is dictated by the landowners. The only thing we can address is the actual rental amount. Gaudet stated if the oil prices go to $70 a barrel for 60 days the rent will return to normal the 1st of the following month, which Chiasson stated that we will give time to notify the tenants. With no public comment, the board then voted which resulted in 8 yeas and 1 abstain by Gisclair, motion passed.

President Gisclair opened the floor for public comment. James Rome updated the board on the advalorem millage. He stated that after consulting with the Assessor which clarified that this is the last year for the board to roll forward from 6.83 mills to 6.84 mills which is a difference of approximately $6,000. The roll forward process changed a lot with additional notices, publications, and contacting local delegation. Please inform us if would like to consider rolling forward.

Upon motion by Cheramie and second by Melancon, with no public comment the board adjourned the special meeting at 4:10 PM. ATTEST: Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary Perry Gisclair, President 4/29/15

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Your Credit Score: Updates You Should Know

Jason Alderman Financial Columnist

Credit scoring has evolved over the last three decades and this fall, FICO made one more important change. Borrowers who have struggled with medical debt and those with a limited credit history might see better FICO numbers in the future.

Even if these situations don’t apply to you, understanding how credit scoring is changing can help you better manage your credit over time.

FICO Score 9, rolled out last fall, is described as a more “nuanced” version of the original FICO Score that the leading credit scoring company introduced in 1989. It is offered by three major credit bureaus – Equifax (www.equifax.com), Experian (www.experian .com) and TransUnion. (www.transunion.com).

It now bypasses collection agency accounts and weighs medical debt differently than non-medical debt on a person’s credit record.

Borrowers with a median score of 711 whose only negative credit data comes from medical collections will see their credit score go up 25 points under the new system.

As for consumers with limited credit histories – what the industry calls “thin files” – FICO says the new system will better determine the ability of someone in that situation to repay a debt.

What doesn’t FICO 9 address? At this point, the latest credit-scoring model really doesn’t loosen or change requirements for mortgage and refinancing opportunities.

Even so, there are many things ordinary borrowers can do to improve their credit scores and overall financial health over time.

The first step is for borrowers to review each of their credit reports once a year. Credit reports and credit scores are two different things.

Consider credit scores are a three-digit summary of creditworthiness; credit reports are the detailed record of a borrower’s credit history.

Consumers can view each of their credit reports from Equifax, Experian and TransUnion once a year for free (www.annualcreditreport.com). Stagger receipt of each agency’s credit reports throughout the year to weed out any inconsistencies, inaccuracies, or worse, indications of fraudulent credit applications or identity theft.

Borrowers are seeing something else that’s new – some lenders are making the credit scores they apply to existing borrowers available for free.

A few major lenders have taken part in the industry-only FICO Score Open Access Program, which lets current customers see the exact credit scoring data applied to them at no charge.

FICO’s site doesn’t offer the names of participating lenders, but a customer should ask their lender if they are offering free scores through that program.

Consumers should know how credit scores are compiled. FICO uses five key ingredients: - Payment history (35 percent) - Amounts owed (30 percent) - Length of credit history (15 percent) - New credit (10 percent) - Types of credit used (10 percent).

Visit www.myfico.com for a list of tips for borrowers to improve their scores.

Base FICO scores have a 300 to 850 score range, and though FICO doesn’t release what it considers good or bad scores, borrowers with excellent credit typically have scores in the mid-700s and up.

There are ways to preserve and raise existing credit scores. It might be

wise for borrowers to ask if they can increase the credit limit on individual accounts while paying down existing balances on those accounts.

Smart borrowers generally

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Bottom line: Smart credit management starts

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Available Now: Campers, camper lots, bunk houses, 2BR cabins, 1 - 2 BR Mobile Homes. Day, week, month. _________________

Cote Blanche Connection Apts. Hwy. 3161, Cut Off. For Rent spacious 2 br, 1 ba, apt., full kitchen, w/d included, pets w e l c o m e d . $1000/mth. See pics at coteblancheapartments.com. Call Bill at 985-325-5626 FMI. _________________ Single Apt. For Rent: all utilities included, w/d provided, no pets allowed, no smoking. $675/mth, $500/dep.

Call 985-798-5800. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: 2 br, fully furn., inside newly remodeled, quiet neighborhood in Galliano. $975/mth, all utilities pd. Call 985-475-7272 or 985-637-7273. _________________ Apt. For Rent, located in Cut Off, single/couple occupancy, 1 br, no pets, utilities pd. $550/mth, $550/dep. Call 985278-1145, if no answer, leave message. _________________

AUTOS

2008 Gray Ford F150 STX For Sale: 2 door semi cab, good cond., mileage 38,200, loaded. If int. call 985-258-6558. _________________

MOTORCYCLES

Yamaha Majesty, 600cc For Sale, in great cond. Asking $2000 OBO. Call 985632-5791. _________________

BOATS

19 ft. aluminum Mud Boat with 4.3L Chevy Vortec V-6, with Velvet drive clutch, $6000.

FMI call 985-6911479. _________________ Fiberglass Champion Jon Boat For Sale: very shallow draft & profile, ideal for fresh or salt water fishing. $1800, will lease purchase. No engine, no motor, no trailer, very sold boat.

Call 985-870-5263. _________________ Boat For Sale: VIP Bay Stealth 1880 Center Console Bay Boat, w/71 lb. thrust, 24 volt trawling motor w/Yamaha 150, 2 stroke engine w/90 hrs, 3 brand new batteries, mint cond. $15,000 OBO. Call 985-632-8832. _________________

3,476 sqft.

Commercial Building Along Hwy. 308 in Cut Off

Boo

985-325-7107

80 x 180 lot

Furnished, Walk-In Ready

Each office is independently owned & operated.

Boo Legendre

American Realty USA

Sm. Cottage For Rent: Single person, $600/mth, $300/damage dep., all utilities included in rent, yard maintenance provided. Call 985-8593953 or 985-693-3833. _________________ House For Rent: in Golden Meadow, 3 br, 2 ba, partly furn., $1150 /mth, $1150 /dep. For application cal 985-691-3780. _________________ Apt. For Rent in Larose, 1 br, we pay water, total electric, clean, remodeled, no pets. $550/mth. Located on W. 7th St., Larose. Call Scott at 985-291-1146 or 985696-4785. _________________

Commercial Building For Sale

Kim

Susan

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.

985-696-7377

Commercial Property

$260,000

American Realty USA

Call Boo Legendre

985-696-7377

200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107 Panky Christen - Broker / Owner Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

MLS 117912: NEW LISTING 10,731 sqft. building, sits right in business district of Lockport, plenty of parking available, heavy traffic area. $425,000.

MLS 117739: NEW LISTING 3,476 sqft. commercial building, totally renovated in 2013, 80 x 180 lot size, furnished, walk-in ready. Located on Hwy. 308 in Cut Off. $260,000.

MLS 116384: 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: 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, new roof. $299,000.

P.O. Box 774 • Galliano, LA 70354 Ph: (985) 325-3366 • Fax: (985) 325-3368 www.recmarinelogistics.com

NOW HIRING!!!

Experienced Licensed 100 Ton Utility and Crew Boat Captains

Experienced Inland Crew Boat Captains Experienced Push Boat Captains with Towing Endorsements

MLS 114010: 170 ft. of Bayouside property located north of Intracoastal in Larose.

New bulkhead, electricity, water, plenty of parking. $85,000.

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.

200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107 Panky Christen - Broker / Owner Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

GARAGE SALES

Garage Sale: 249 E. 74th St., Fri. May 1, 7 am till. Jewelry, holiday décor, clothesboys/men/babies/ladi es & plus sizes, household items, sweets and lots more. _________________ 3 Fly. Garage Sale: Fri. & Sat., May 1 & 2 at 316 E. 25th St., Larose, 9 am till 5 pm.

Too much to list.

Check us out, sure to find something you must have. A lifetime of collectables & stuff. _________________ 3 Fly. Garage Sale: Fri. May 1, 8 am till at 137 W. 107th St. (street of Whitney Bank). Lots of house wares, dishes, children/ladies clothes from petite to plus szs. & men’s too, shoes, toys & much more. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs., Fri, & Sat: April 30, May 1 & 2 at 106 E. 39th St., Cut Off. New & used items from children to adults, DVD’s movies, gas dryer, window ac, lots of everything. _________________ Yard Sale at 240 W. 164th St., Galliano, Sat. May 2, 8 am to 4 pm. Computer desk, household items, entertainment center, mini refrigerator, clothes, knick knacks, welding equip. & lots more. Early birds welcome after 1 pm on Fri. May 1. _________________

HELP WANTED

Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Joe’s Environmental has immediate openings for Class A CDL Drivers. X-Endorsement & Hazmat required.

Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. Apply within hours of 9 am till 2 pm & the contact number is 985-6325592. _________________

Attorney & Notary

No longer representing criminal clients Thank you for your continued support of a local business.

985-691-6112

NEW PHONE NUMBER

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE

The Old Kief Hardware LA Hwy. 1, Galliano

$

400,000

7,632 sqft. Plenty parking plus bayouside property

Old Rouse’s Shopping Center

516 Justin, St. in Lockport

17,940 sqft. plus cement parking lot and adjoining vacant land American Realty USA

299,000

$

NEW RO

OF

Contact Boo Legendre For More Info. at 985-696-7377 or via email at boo@myviscom.com

200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. Panky Christen - Broker / Owner

Fax: 985-693-8282

www.thelafourchegazette.com 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 985447-6214 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. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Tower Loan of Cut Off: Positions available – Cashier & Manager Trainees. Call 985-632-7300 for appt. or fax resume to 985-632-7305. _________________ Lafourche Parish Fire District #3 is accepting applications for the following career positions: Firefighter/Operator.

LPFD3 offers competitive salaries, IRA plan, health, vision, & dental ins. Pd. vacation & pd. holiday.

Must possess a valid driver’s license & high school diploma.

Please apply in person at Fire Central, 17462 W. Main, Cut Off. Need more information contact Codi Collins or Jada Pitre at 985-632-8068. _________________ Direct Support Professional: Working with individuals with intellectual disabilities in a group home setting. Call Evelyn France at 985-7985899 FMI. _________________ LaCasa Mexican Rest. is looking for kitchen/dishwasher help. Apply at 13990 W. Main St., Larose.

El restaurante LaCasa esta buscando cocineras/lavatraster.

Apliquar en el restaurante at 13990 W. Main St., Larose.

We’re also looking for waitresses, bartenders & hostess, must be able to work nights & weekends.

Apply at 13990 W. Main St., Larose. _________________

The Greater Lafourche Port Commission will accept applications for 5 summer Roustabout and 1 summer Clerical Positions. Eligible applicants must be registered college students and must complete a job application.

Roustabout applicants must be able to conduct physical labor & must pass a drug screen & physical exam. The clerical applicant must be able to work in an office environment with general knowledge on use of office equip. & basic typing skills, & be able to pass a drug screen test. Applications will be accepted until Mon. May 11th during regular office hrs. at the Commission office, 16829 E. Main, Galliano. (3) of the roustabout applications and (1) of the clerical applicants will be selected by a drawing from all approved applicants at the Commission office on May 13th, at approx. 11 am. Alternates will also be selected.

Maintenance personnel will select (2) roustabout applicants who worked the previous year. Applicants must provide proof of registration to a collegiate school. Applications can be found on the Port website at www.portfourchon.co m under Public Notice>Job Opportunities. The GLPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. _________________ Dufrene Building Materials in Cut Off is looking for an energetic and self-motivated inside/outside sales person. Offers pd. vacation, health ins. & 401K. Must submit to drug screen/physical. Apply in person at 14502 W. Main St., Cut Off. _________________ EXP. Farm Labor needed in Paradis.

Call 504-628-3309. _________________

Local Transportation Company Seeking Van and Bus Drivers.

Regular Routes/ Competitive Pay. Send your Information to: Fts2015@mail.com ___________________

Galliano Inn now hiring Bartender to work Mon. thru Fri., from 5 pm till. Apply at 18628 Hwy.3235, Galliano. _________________

NOW HIRING

7&7 Yard Hands Apply in person at

Tiger Offshore 190 N.J. Theriot Road,

Golden Meadow, LA 70357 No Phone Calls! Great Pay & Benefits

K-Mar Supply Fourchon and Cut Off Locations

Stock Person

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) Must meet TWIC Card requirements & have Driver’s License.

See Brandi • No Phone Calls Please! Must Speak English!

Apply in person at REC Marine Logistics 15360 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off, LA 70345 (Across from Golden Motors) or send resumé to courtney@recmarine.net

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.

55 gallon drums for sale with lid. $20 each. Call 985-2919490 FMI. _________________ Peach Trees For Sale: $5 ea. Call 985691-9466 or 985-6322602. _________________ Mausoleums For Sale at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport.

Section: St Michael Walk. Crypt 9 & 10, Tier B. $6500 for both.

Call Marie Hotard at 985-291-1190. _________________ 9 foot Lifting A Frame For Sale with 2 ton chain fall, $600; new front & rear bumpers for 2014 Chevy 3500 Dually pick up truck, $300 ea. Call 985-6917267, leave message. _________________ Tomb For Sale: Single above ground burial tomb, located about 50 feet from front entrance in Cheramie Cemetery.

Not used. Call 985632-2352. _________________ White Dresser For Sale: $250 (new), white night stand, $150 (new). Call 985637-8259. _________________

Garage Sale: April 30 thru May 3 at 185 E. 74th Place, 9 am to 5 pm. Swimming pools & toys, swim suits, flower pots & gardening tools, flower seeds, toys, beach towels, TV, fragrances, purses, s h o e s , men/women/children clothing. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. & Fri., April 30 & May 1 at 134 Garden Dr., (behind GoBears, north), Larose. Lots of everything. _________________ Garage Sale: Sat. May 2 at 5310 Hwy. 1, Raceland. 8 am to 5 pm. Have lots of things for you to see/buy, furn., clothes, knick knacks, dishes, shoes, (everyone loves shoes), etc.

Come by & see us. _________________ Garage Sale: April 30, May 1 & 2 at 142 W. 138th St., 8 am to 5 p.m. New: clothes, shoes, plus others, spring, summer.

Used: clothing, knick knacks & much more.

Too much to list. Rain or shine. _________________ Garage Sale at 135 W. 88th Place, Cut Off, (The Place Subdivision), Sat. May 2, 7 am till. Lots of men/women/teenage girl clothing, knick knacks & other items.

Early birds welcome Fri. afternoon after 6 pm. _________________ Back Yard & Craft Sale: Thurs. April 30, 7 am till 3 pm at 552 Hamilton St. (T-Bois), Hwy. 308, Larose next to Truck Stop.

Clothes, shoes, house décor, bedding, kitchen ware, some furn., outdoor homemade patio table w/2 chairs, knick knacks, exercise bicycle, weed eater, lots of everything.

Come check us out. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. only, April 30 at 240 Ledet Lane, Larose (under old Industrial bridge). 8 am till. Lots of everything. _________________

The Law Office of Jeray Jambon Jarreau, LLC

MLS 116370: 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: 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.

MERCHANDISE

Office: 985-693-7229

Commercial & Residential Lawn Care Scott J. Landry, Owner Licensed & Insured Your lawn is our business.

Lawn Care, Tree Trimming, Tree Cutting, Yard Fertilization, Bush Hogging, Free Estimate s Labor Services, Debris Removal

4560 Hwy. 1, Suite 1B Raceland, LA

WE NEED

YOU!

Daily Comet

Cell: 985-637-8325 Office: 985-537-7077 scottjlandry@yahoo.com

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

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

QHSE Superintendent Full Time Position

Crosby Tugs is seeking a high energy professional who is self-motivated and reliable.

This position will require the ideal candidate to be available both during working hours and after hours in the event of an emergency and possibly a rotation schedule as needed.

Applicant must have 5 years of experience in maritime/dredging safety.

Applications can be found online at

www.crosbytugs.com

or can be filled out at our main office.

17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354 (985) 632-7575

Crosby Tugs, LLC offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Excellent Pay, 401K, Bonuses, Health, Life, Dental, Disability & Cancer Insurances Equal Opportunity Employer

CLASSIFIED ADS

Wednesday, April 29, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HUB Enterprises, a leading security company, is now hiring full-time Security Guards, Armed & Unarmed to fill immediate openings in the Lafourche area. Licensed security guards are urged to apply, but exp. is not necessary. Must have a valid driver’s license, clean criminal history, & reliable trans. Call 1-800-7593660, fax resume to 1-800-706-6106 or email to securityjobs @hubenterprises.com _________________ The Lafourche Council on Aging, Inc. has a job opening for a Homemaker in the Galliano/Golden Meadow area. This job is for 20 hrs./wk. at $9.53/hr. Mileage is reimbursed at $.51 per mile. Must have reliable trans. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test.

Must be able to pass state police background check. Deadline to apply is Mon. May 4 at 12 noon.

Apply at LCOA office in Mathews. FMI call 985-532-0458. _________________ The Town of Golden Meadow is accepting applications for swimming pool managers, collectors, & lifeguards at the Town Hall, 107 Jervis Dr., Golden Meadow.

Office hrs. are Mon. thru Thurs. from 7 am to 5 pm. The Town of Golden Meadow reserves the right to reject any and all applications & the right to waive and informality. EOE. _________________ C Morans Restaurant is now hiring an exp. waitress. Apply in person at 27900 Hwy. 1, Fourchon. _________________ SBL Construction LLC, has an immediate opening for a CDL Class A Driver & Operator. FMI call Frank at 985-665-1220. _________________ Louisiana Marine Towing, LLC now hiring 100-Ton Captain.

Must have towing endorsement & exp. pushing 6 barges.

Email: Laura.Adams 70345@gmail.com or call 985-691-1229. _________________

Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc.

Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ J & P’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 Arbor’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. _________________

LaBove Plumbing

LMP 7038 Gas • Water • 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. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed.

Call 985-258-0465. _________________ I Do Babysitting In My Home in Lockport. FMI call 985227-1936. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc.

No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________

SERVICES

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. _________________

A year of blessings …

A year of fun, Dani Marie Robert is turning One! Happy 1st Birthday on April 29th

WE LOVE YOU … DADDY JOE, MOMMY RANDI, BEAU, JEAN & FAMILY

Swimming Lessons: Teacher certified in lifesaving, swimming & CPR. Yrs. of exp. dealing with children of all levels of swimming, including beginners. Children must be potty trained.

Heated pool. Summer session-lessons taught morning or afternoon during June & July. Classes for adult ladies are also offered. FMI call Mona at 985-693-7040. _________________ Commercial Capital Money Sources, “Marine Loans”. Invoice factoring available, equity lending.

Supply vessels, tugs, barges, liftboats, contractors, shipyards, etc. (fast answer on approval). “We look forward to “Challenging Deals”. Call 985637-5109, geneguidry @cox.net _________________ For Your Carpentry, wiring, or lawn care needs Call Bruce at 985-258-5050 or 985278-0224. _________________

Scott’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!

985-128-0672 We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover & American Express. _________________

DRAIN PROBLEMS? 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.

Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________

Leap of Faith Learning Center Now accepting applications for the 2015 / 2016 school year. Christian curriculum, low tuition, limited applications available. Certified teacher with 15 years public education experience, 1 year private school experience.

Located in Golden meadow.

Tired of Common Core? Tired of bullying? Take the Leap of Faith with me. Specializing in 3rd - 8th grades.

985-665-8104 _________________

GOT LEAKS? Call LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.

Brittany’s Cleaning: Will have your home fresh & clean! Will do weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or whatever your needs may be. 2 yrs. exp. with happy clients. References upon request. Supplies products & equip. if necessary.

Call 985-258-6586 for a free consultation. _________________ Piano Lessons: The Music House-a creative environment for summer fun & an education that lasts a lifetime. Limited enrollment for summer sessions. Join now & save registration fee.

Must have piano/keyboard for home practice.

Call 985-209-3478. _________________ Need A Plumber?

Make sure they have a Louisiana State Plumbing License & company insurance. It is illegal & dangerous for anyone to perform plumbing work on your property who does not hold a current license. Many in our community have fell victim to so-called “plumbers” who are unlicensed and/or uninsured.

Visit SPBLA.com for an update roster of licensed plumbers. _________________ Curry’s Painting Services New construction, remodels, interior-exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Exp. Call 985-258-0465 or 985-258-6414. _________________ Vinny’s Handy Service: No job too big or too small. Free estimates. Call Vincent Guidry at 985-2780210. _________________

PRAYERS

PRAYER TO ST. JOSEPH Oh, St. Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in you all my interest and desires.

Oh, St. Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession, and obtain for me from your divine Son all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, our Lord.

So that, having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of Fathers. Oh, St. Joseph, I never weary contemplating you, and Jesus asleep in your arms; I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart. Press Him in my name and kiss His fine head for me and ask Him to return the kiss when I draw my dying breath St. Joseph, Patron of departing souls - Pray for me.

This prayer was found in the fiftieth year of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In 1505 it was sent from the Pope to Emperor Charles when he was going to battle. Whoever shall read this prayer or hear it or keep it about themselves shall never die a sudden death or be drowned or shall poison take effect on them; neither shall they fall into the hands of the enemy or shall be burned in any fire or shall be overpowered in battle.

Say for nine mornings for anything you may desire. It has never been known to fail so be sure you really want what you ask.

G.O. _________________________

PRAYER FOR ADDICTION God of life, You made me in Your perfect image, to live in Your love and to give You glory, honor and praise. Open my heart to Your healing power. Come, Lord Jesus, calm my soul just as you whispered “Peace” to the stormy sea. St. Jude, most holy Apostle, in my need I reach out to you. I beg you to intercede for me that I may find strength to overcome my illness. Bless all those who struggle with addiction. Touch them, heal them, reassure them of the Father’s constant love. Remain at my side, St. Jude, to chase away all evil temptations, fears, and doubts. May the quiet assurance of your loving presence illuminate the darkness in my heart and bring lasting peace.

Amen _________________________

DONALD BARRIOS Donald Patrick Barrios, 76, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 7:45 p.m on Thursday, April 23, 2015.

Visitation was held from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 27, at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Monday at the church with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his loving children, Aaron Barrios (Dena), Brian Barrios (Brenda), Letia Clement (Jimmy), Monica Barrios, Nanette Barrios and Chad Barrios (Heather); grandchildren, Josh, Megan, Brooke, Jeremy, Jace, Justin, Jessica, Julie, Grant, Jada, Hayden, Logan, Elise and Jimmy; foster grandchildren, Preston and Brooklyn; great grandchildren, Peyton and Jayce; siblings, Ronald Barrios, Katie Landry and Mary Ledet.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Audrey Allemand Barrios; parents, Lawrence and Ada (Chiasson) Barrios and brother, Ray Joseph Barrios.

He was a devoted Catholic, a member of the K.C. Council #3054, a Past Grand Knight.

He enjoyed dancing with his wife, playing cards, working in his garden and time spent with family and friends.

The family would like to thank Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, Thibodaux Cancer Center, Dr. Chauvin, Dr. Dang and all of the loving nurses and staff. They would especially like to thank his sister-in-law, Naomi Barrios for all of her time and loving care.

Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

PETS

NOTICES

JASON ESPONGE Jason B. Esponge, a native of Lockport and resident of Larose, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at the age of 46.

Visitation was held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, in Larose, on Tuesday, April 28 from 11:00 a.m. until service time. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 1:00 p.m. with burial in the church cemetery.

Jason is survived by his wife, Aurora P. Esponge; parents, Venice and Mary Ann Esponge; step sons, Damion and Hayden; step daughter, Hailey; brother Cyrus Esponge (Wendy); sisters, Vinette E. Plaisance (Jeff) and Phyllis E. Lee; uncle, Rodney Hartman; nieces and nephews, Jordy, Dustin and Tyler Plaisance, Jade Breaux, Cameron, Sydney and Myah Esponge; mother and father-in-law, Evelyn and Jerry Savoie Jr.; brother-in-law, Sim Pertuit and sister-in-law, Eva Stanley.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Duciana T. and Fortuna Hartman and Enola and Venice A. Esponge; uncle, Neves Esponge; nephew, Bryce Esponge and godparents, Pearl Anselmi and Uyless Hartman.

Samart-Mothe of Cut Off is entrusted with arrangements. _____________________________

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Born: 3-9-55 Died: 4-26-14 The moment that you died my heart was torn in two, one side filled with heartache, the other died with you.

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Wednesday, April 29, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

The 2014-2015 Golden Meadow Middle School Lionettes were chosen for a special performance at Walt Disney World’s Downtown Disney’s WaterSide Stage.

These amazing young ladies put on a great performance on Wednesday, April 1st.

Pictured left to right (first row): Capt.

Alanna Smith and Co. Capt. Gabrielle Price; (2nd row)

Bailey Rogers, Drew Terrebonne, Alexa Dantin, Jenna Bourgeois, Carly Adams, and Adriane Saucier; (3rd row) Tera Rogers, Bailey Rohloff, Alexia Adams, and Asia Hebert.

Shelf Space By: Katina Gaudet

Lots happening in May at your library

May is a busy month at the Lafourche Parish Public Library. Be on the lookout for many special programs at your library celebrating

Mother’s Day, National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, and more. It’s all free at the library.

HONOR MOM AT THE LIBRARY Several library branches will host special programs for children to honor their mothers in observance of Mother’s Day. Here are a few examples.

The South Lafourche Branch Library, 16241 E. Main Street in Cut Off, will host its annual Mother’s Day Tea Party for children and their mothers, grandmothers, aunts, or any other special woman in their life at 5:30 p.m. on

May 6. It’s free and open to the public.

Children can make personalized Mother’s Day cards for Mom at a Mother’s Day Storytime at 11 a.m. on May 7 at the Larose Branch, 305 E. Fifth Street.

Children ages 4 to 12 can create a vintage book page butterfly flowerpot for Mom at 4 p.m. on May 7 at the Lockport Branch, 720 Crescent Avenue. Registration is required to attend, so sign up at the library.

People of all ages can create a special Mother’s Day painting for Mom or the special woman in their life at 5 p.m. on May 7 at the Raceland Library, 177 Recreation Drive.

The Golden Meadow Branch, 1403 N. Bayou Drive, will host a Mother’s Day Storytime Book Club at 5 p.m. on May 12, featuring P.D. Eastman’s Are You My Mother? Register your child in advance to receive a free copy of the book, while supplies last, thanks to a grant from Target. One book per household.

GET FIT AT THE LIBRARY May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Get some exercise and fresh air at these library programs.

Enjoy a walk in the park with Mrs. Charlotte, the Lockport Branch’s librarian, at 10:30 a.m. on May 5 and May 19 at the Town of Lockport’s Bayou Side Park, weather permitting.

Walk off the pounds with Larose Library staff members at 9 a.m. on May 8 at the Larose Regional Park walking path. Bottled water will be provided.

Walk the nearby track with Raceland Library staff members at 10:30 a.m. on May 13 and May 27. Water will be provided.

There’s lots more happening, so be sure to check out www.lafourche.org or pick up your library branch’s calendar of May events for more information.

Katina Gaudet is the librarian at the South Lafourche Public Library. She can be reached at 6327140 or kgaudet@lafourche.org.

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.

APRIL 23, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Markeith Folse, 36, Raceland.

Driving on roadway laned for traffic, DWI 2nd offense, operating a vehicle while under suspension for prior offenses.

Gwendolyn Young, 25, Raceland. Contempt of court.

Danny Fonseca, 33, Houma.

Operating a vehicle while intoxicated, license plate light required.

Michelle Folse, 45, Lockport.

Contempt of court (2 cts).

Gary Rink, 26, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts), fugitive.

Joshua Pitre, 27, Lockport. Contempt of court.

Denise Broussard, 22, Lockport.

Contempt of court.

Cassandra Luke, 42, Houma.

Contempt of court (2 cts).

Eric Matherne, 22, Golden Meadow. Domestic abuse battery.

Johnny Rose, 47, Raceland.

Contempt of court.

Jerome Legendre, 36, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation w/child endangerment.

Kim Rivet, 40, Cut Off. Contempt of court.

Christopher Freeman, 27, Lockport. Fugitive of Dallas County, TX. Natasha Rogers, 30, Gray. Contempt of court (4 cts).

Tim Molaison, Sr., 48, Raceland.

Contempt of court (2 cts).

Thibodaux Police Department Brittany Riney, 22, Thibodaux.

Cruelty to juveniles.

James Lawrence, III, 29, Schriever. Contempt of court (3 cts), fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

Quintus Garner, 41, Thibodaux.

Violation of special license plate or hangtag for mobility impaired person, resisting an officer w/force or violence (felony).

Patrick Robinson, 53, New Orleans. DWI 2nd offense, poss. of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle.

Reginald Kennedy, 57, Thibodaux. Theft of utility service.

APRIL 24, 2015 Lockport Police Department Trey Michael Willyard, 19, Lockport. Contempt of court.

Thibodaux Police Department Donna Broussard, 35, Houma.

Contempt of court.

Jamie Prestenbach, 27, Houma.

Contempt of court.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Tessie Lorraine Plaisance, 46, Cut Off. Intimidating, impeding or injuring witnesses/officers.

Aqueta Chapman, 31, Raceland.

Simple criminal damage to property.

Martin Dorsey, 28, Thibodaux.

Violation of probation/parole.

David B. Jones, 27, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court.

APRIL 25, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Albert Richard, 39, Schriever.

Contempt of court.

Charles Moak, 30, Natchez, MS. Possession with intent to dist. hydrocodone, prohibited acts Schedule III. Clifton Sudduth, 37, Golden Meadow. Simple battery, home invasion.

Brandon Lee Sudduth, 17, Golden Meadow. Simple battery home invasion.

Dion Harris, 18, Cut Off. Possession of klonopin, poss. of meth, poss/dist. of drug para. (3 cts), contempt of court.

Ryan Lirette, 24, Houma. Fugitive from justice.

Amy Adams, 32, Lockport. Possession of xanax, theft of goods.

Mason Quatrevingt, 21, Raceland. Traffic control signs, poss. of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle, poss. of marijuana (2nd offense, poss. of hydrocodone, stop lamps, & turn signals required, poss. of xanax, poss. of klonopin, sale dist. or poss. of legend drug w/o prescription (felony0.

Thibodaux Police Department Lance Johnel Ayzinne, 30, Thibodaux. Fugitive from justice.

Bobby Andrew Benoit, 22, Thi-

bodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts).

Clarence Brown, Jr., 42, Thibodaux. Contempt of court.

GRAND ISLE ARRESTS April 8, 2015 Paul Plaisance, Jr., 20, Grand Isle. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated, reckless operation of a motor vehicle, simple criminal damage to property.

April 11, 2015 Cody G. Hymel, 23, Vacherie.

Simple criminal damage to property.

Jonathon Dennis Constant, 23, Vacherie. Criminal mischief.

APRIL 13, 2015 Dixie Stovall, 34, Grand Isle.

Threatening/harassing phone calls.

APRIL 16, 2015 Kendell Hebert, 29, Grand Isle.

Contempt of court (3 cts), Grand Isle warrants.

Ramie Duet, 31, Galliano. Criminal damage to property.

APRIL 17, 2015 Donny Dodson, 28, Grand Isle.

Simple robbery.

Wendy Lee Kennedy, 48, Grand Isle. Possession of Schedule II narcotic, poss. of drug para./methamphetamines, poss. of drug para./marijuana.

APRIL 21, 2015 Cory Thomas, 33, Grand Isle.

Criminal damage to property, resisting/violence, battery of a police officer, simple assault.

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.

Taxi Driver

A taxi passenger tapped the driver on the shoulder to ask him a question.

The driver screamed, lost control of the car, nearly hit a bus, went up on the footpath, and stopped centimeters from a shop window.

For a second everything went quiet in the cab, then the driver said, “Look mate,

don’t ever do that again. You scared the daylights out of me!”

The passenger apologized and said, “I didn’t realize that a little tap would scare you so much.”

The driver replied, “Sorry, it’s not really your fault. Today is my first day as a cab driver – I’ve been driving a funeral van for the last 25 years.”