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Proposed pump station scraped for fear of drinking water contamination

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Thibodaux residents not happy with parish government’s decision

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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — To come up with another $100 million to help pay for the TOPS college tuition program next year, House leaders decided to divert money that people pay for some services away from the agencies providing those services. Gov. John Bel Edwards’ administration and state senators are raising concerns about the legality of the idea, their ability to use the dollars if they’re diverted and the wisdom of an across-the-board cut that falls heavily on transportation, public safety and health agencies. “This is just another way to move money around, one that we think is substantively and procedurally flawed,” the governor’s chief budget adviser, Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne, told the Senate Finance Committee on Sunday. See House Page 6-A

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VOLUME 50 NUMBER 36

Buster Avera Contributing Writer

Photo by Babs

The official opening of the Galliano satellite permit office was held Tuesday morning with a ribbon cutting ceremony featuring Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle, Councilmen Daniel Lorraine and Aaron ‘Bo’ Melvin, and members of the Chamber. The Galliano Permit Office is located in the South Lafourche Library Building, 16241 E. Main, Suite B-10, and is open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office can be reached at (985) 632-4666.

Barrios to serve as GM-Fourchon Rodeo’s first female admiral

Fourchon, LA – Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo officials have announced Ashley Barrios as their 2016 Rodeo Admiral. Barrios will serve as Admiral for the 68th Annual Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo which will take place June 30 through July 2, at Moran’s Marina in Fourchon. Barrios, a State Farm Insurance agent in Cut Off, will be the first ever female admiral in the 68-year history of the rodeo. She is a resident of Larose, is married to James Seward, and is the daughter of Susan and Don Barrios of Mathews. She has a son Riley who attends Holy Rosary Catholic School in Larose. Barrios is very involved in Lafourche Parish

as she currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Lafourche Chamber of Commerce, CASA of Lafourche and Cerebral Palsy of Louisiana. She also sponsors and volunteers for several school projects and sporting events throughAshley Barrios out the parish. Barrios has spent her entire career with State Farm (26 years total), the last 10 of which were in Lafourche Parish. See Admiral Page 4-A

A proposed pump station at Dugas Canal, which would discharge drainage water into Bayou Lafourche near Thibodaux, possibly affecting the drinking water of thousands of people, will not be built, says Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle. The long-awaited $4.5 million Dugas Canal Pump Station project, an effort to alleviate the flooding of residents and businesses in a nearly 3,000 acre area, which includes Nicholls State University, Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, Bayou Country Club, Peltier Park and other nearby neighborhoods, has for all intents and purposes been scrapped by Cantrelle. The region that the project was proposed to improve was first identified as a flood-prone area after Tropical Storm Allison in 2001. Residents continue to be affected by poor drainage. Residents have pleaded with parish government to go forward with the fully-funded and permitted project. Despite these pleadings and the apparent blessings of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources, (and a permit from the U S Army Corps of Engineers), Cantrelle says the pump station is not the answer. Decaying matter on the bottom of Bayou Lafourche will be turned up, he and other officials say, polluting drinking water for people from Raceland to Fourchon. Terrebonne Parish could also be adversely affected as it gets some of its water from Bayou Lafourche near Shriever. “I have three or four engineers working on this project—to solve the problem without putting water into Bayou Lafourche,” he said at last week’s Council public meeting. See Council Page 4-A

Shell sponsors BTNEP in joint local restoration endeavor

Last week, Dean Blanchard, Deputy Director of the Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP), announced BTNEP will partner with Shell to complete a series of projects to help restore some of Louisiana’s coastal marsh and ridge ecosystems. These restoration projects will focus on chenier ridges and adjacent marshes which are unique wetland features that provide habitat for birds, fish, and other wetland animals. Ridges stand several feet above mean sea level and are planted with a variety of woody and herbaceous plants. Surrounding these features are low-lying productive marshes. Ridges provide important habitat and sources of food for many species of Neotropical migratory songbirds including some that are on the threatened and endangered species list. Chenier ridges and maritime forests also act as speed bumps in slowing down storm surge during tropical events. “Restoring ridges and adjacent marshes are a great way to provide valuable habitat and storm protection. This type of restoration always requires multiple partners to be successful,” said Dean

Blanchard, BTNEP Deputy Director. “The use of volunteers from around the country to help vegetate these restored ridges

is an important tool to raise awareness about our issues here in the estuary.” See Shell Page 4-A

Shell Volunteers working with BTNEP on barrier island restoration project.

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Wednesday, May 18, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Calendar of Events News to Use!

SLHS Class of ‘74 to host reunion event

The South Lafourche High School Class of ’74 will celebrate their 60th birthdays with a BBQ on Saturday, May 21 at Tidelands Country Club, 944 East 94th St. in Galliano (behind SLHS), from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bring your own drinks, lawn chairs and blankets. Please reply ASAP to Mitzie Terrebonne Angelette at slclass74@yahoo.com or on the class Facebook page. If you have any questions, call Donna Marie at 985-665-8418.

Firefighters to sponsor fishing rodeo May 21

Lafourche Parish Fire District 3 Firefighters Association will host a fishing rodeo on Saturday, May 21 to benefit the Baton Rouge Burn Unit. Fishermen will be allowed to fish any coastal waters in southern Louisiana starting at daylight on Saturday, May 21. Weigh in will be held at the Golden Meadow Oak Ridge Park and will open at 2 p.m.

and end promptly at 4 p.m., Categories include boat, kayak and children and various fish weight categories. The raffle drawing will be held at 4 p.m. and awards will begin at 5 p.m. Food and nonalcoholic beverages will be served. Cost to participate is $30. Tickets can be purchased at Fire Central, Tom’s Service Station or online by visiting www.lpfd3fa.com. For more info, contact Jada Pitre at 985-632-8068.

Public invited to HRCS Fiesta on Saturday

On Saturday, May 21, Holy Rosary Catholic School will celebrate a day of faith and fun. The day will begin with Spring Fiesta dance performances at 11 a.m., followed by food booths, children’s activities, yard games, swimming, and cake bingo. Mass will be celebrated at 4 p.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with the rosary recited during the procession to church. HRCS invites the organizations of South Lafourche Catholic parishes to assist in providing individual sweets for the sweet booths and/or cakes for the cake bingo. Donations may be brought to the pavilion at the Larose Civic Center beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 21st. All members of the South Lafourche Catholic community are invited and

encouraged to spend the day of Faith and Fun with the HRCS students and their families.

Benefit for medical expenses slated for Sun.

A benefit for Ansena Cheramie Barbier will be held on Sunday, May 22 at the Cut Off Youth Center, 205 West 79th St., from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This benefit is to help Ansena with medical expenses for surgery. Two different plate lunches will be sold for $7 each. One consists of white beans and rice, grillades, bread and dessert. The other consists of shrimp jambalaya, fried fish, bread and dessert. Drinks will be available for $1 and dessert for 50-cents or $1. Delivery will also be available for certain areas. The benefit will also have door prizes, face painting, auction and more. FMI call 985-258-4397.

Lockport KCs to host lunch benefit Sun.

The Lockport Knights of Columbus will have their monthly fundraiser lunch on Sunday, May 22 at the KC home on Seventh Street from 11 a.m. till 1 p.m. The menu will consist of hamburger steak, mash potatoes, sweet peas, salad and bread. Drinks and deserts will also be available. Dine in or take it to go for an $8 donation.

Project Graduation meeting slated for Mon.

SLHS Project Graduation organizers will host a meeting at the Cut Off Youth Center for junior and senior parents on Monday, May 23 at 6 p.m.

GM church to host blood drive Wed.

The Golden Meadow First Baptist Church will host a blood drive fundraiser on Wednesday, May 25 from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the church gym. For every blood donation, $10 will be contributed to the church’s youth group to

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Grand Isle garage sales to be held May 28

The Grand Isle 7 mile garage sale and craft show will be held on Saturday, May 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This one day event, open to homeowners, campowners, and craft people, will take place at the Grand Isle Port Commission, the Multiplex and at participating residences. Call AJ at (225) 9759093 for more information. This event is sponsored by the Grand Isle Community Development Team.

LPSO to offer handgun course May 29

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a Concealed Handgun Training Course at the LPSO Shooting Range Facility, 3451 Hwy. 182, in Raceland. The class is scheduled for Sunday, May 29, beginning at 8 a.m. and lasting until approximately 5 p.m. with a break for lunch. The cost for the course is $110, and advance registration is suggested due to limited class size. This course is a pre-requisite for those applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the State of Louisiana. Register online or for more information, contact Lieutenant Lafate Day at (985) 803-1062 or (985) 532-4327 or by email at lafate-day@lpso.net.

Registration ongoing for MJ Classic tourney

The Golden Meadow Senior Citizen Center holds a monthly drawing for a $50 Wal-Mart gift card donated by the Golden Meadow Rotary Club. Pictured is Inez Swenson, April winner of the gift card, and Darlene Guidry, Center Director. Call for more info about the Senior Citizen Center in Golden Meadow at 475-7701 or drop by 102 Ena Drive Golden Meadow.

The V. H. Boudreaux Senior Citizens Center in Lockport held it’s monthly birthday party on April 19. Those celebrating their birthdays in April were Deborah Dominique, Audrey Robichaux, and Lois Crosby. Seniors who would like to join in for birthday parties, cards, pokeno, exercise or lunch can call 985-532-5930, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The MJ Classic baseball tournament is set for June 10 and 11 at the Larose Regional Park. All proceeds will go to Mary Jane Pitre’s medical expenses due to having ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). Registration is $200 per team. Players must be 18 or older to play. Deadline to enter is June 1. Opening game will be the SL faculty vs. SL students beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 10. Donate to the MJ Classic by mail to: 166 West 44 St., Cut Off, LA 70345. Registration/donation contacts are Nicholas Vega, 985-6770476; or Bucky Angelette, 985-232-0456, bucky.ange lette@forcepowersystems .com.

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Wednesday, May 18, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Tourism Is An Industry In

Lafourche Parish 2014 LAFOURCHE TOURISM BY THE NUMBERS

IN 2014, LAFOURCHE SAW

THIS GENERATED

$5.87 MilLion

$87.2 MiLlion

IN TAXES

STATE TAXES $4.35 MILLION

LOCAL TAXES $1.52 MILLION

IN TOURISM SPENDING

LAFOURCHE RANKED 18TH OUT OF 64 PARISHES IN TOURISM EXPENDITURES

PROGRESS FROM 2013 TO 2014

+3.97%

+4.29%

EXPENDITURES

+2.79%

PAYROLL

EMPLOYMENT

$239K

TRANSPORTATION $76,721

LOCAL TAX

STATE TAXES $11,918

ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION $36,672

IN AN AVERAGE DAY

LOCAL TAXES $4,164

RESTAURANTS/ MEALS $59,900

TOURISM EXPENDITURES

+4.49%

STATE TAX

RETAIL $20,035

AVERAGE DAILY TOURIST SPENDING

LOCAL IMPACT

+5.49%

LODGING $44,508

$10.45 MILlIOn

$76.42

TAXES PER HOUSEHOLD

JOBS CREATED

WORKER PAYCHECKS

2009

$166 Less

560

2010

$78.70

2011

$77.66

2012

$79.21

2013

$83.90

2014

$87.23

SOURCE: LOUISIANA OFFICE OF TOURISM REPORT BY THE RESEARCH DEPARTMENT OF THE U.S. TRAVEL ASSOCIATION: “THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF TRAVEL ON LOUISIANA PARISHES 2014” -U.S. CENSUS BUREAU: HOUSEHOLDS PER LA. PARISHES 2014

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Wednesday, May 18, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Council From 1-A

Cantrelle said restricted drainage from clogged and inadequate outfalls, flood waters dramatically influenced by tidal surge, and building a pump station which may never operate, are all concerns driving his decision to find another way to solve the problem. Larger culverts and a cleaned out 28 Arpent Canal could be the answer, he said. While Cantrelle said he can only find about 12 homes which flooded in that area since 2002, residents say the number is much higher. “There are 1000 homes in the watershed of Dugas Canal with more construction. At least 70 homes flooded for Allison, 15 in Brandywine,” said Gwen Cheramie, a Country Club resident. To fears that the CDGB grant could be lost because it is not used in a timely manner, administration says there is no chance of that happening. Councilman Daniel Lorraine noted that the grant money could be used for other drainage purposes within the Dugas Canal watershed, even if it is not used for a pump station. Lorraine advised residents to “be calm”, but also said “I’m not gonna jeopardize my people”, if he had to vote on the project. Jerry Lafont said simply: “If there’s any chance of my drinking water being ruined, I’m not voting for it.”

Lafourche Parish Water District General Manager Dirk Barrios says water quality is the real issue. “I don’t think we should take our drinking water impoundment and pump our drainage water into it. It is the only water in Lafourche Parish that we can use as drinking water. We will most likely have odor, taste and color issues. This makes the water more expensive to treat,” he said. And then there’s the Bayou Lafourche Freshwater District, owners of the property on which the pump station is proposed to be built, who refuse to give the land to the parish. Executive Director Ben Malbrough, P.E. of the Freshwater District says: “Our concern is water elevation. The elevation in Bayou Lafourche that you see now is the result of an increase in flow at Donaldsonville. The Dugas project will only exacerbate that problem. We did submit a formal objection to DNR. Our objection is still there.” Mike Sobert, General Manager of Terrebonne Consolidated Waterworks District #1 objected because of worries his Shriever plant will be under water. Also when water in Bayou Lafourche is high, the alternate source in Bayou Black is 35% more costly to treat because it is swamp water, he said Tuesday. District 4 Councilman Bo Melvin echoed the sentiments of his constituents

who live in the Dugas Canal area when he challenged President Cantrelle to hear their concerns, saying “people voted for Mr. Cantrelle, but it seems he won’t listen to people.” Cantrelle told Melvin and others in attendance that he was “not gonna take a problem in one area and destroy another.” “I am working on the problem. I’ve been working ever since I knew there was a problem. I haven’t given up, but evidently it doesn’t go into some people’s heads. I’m not going to take a chance of ruining 200,000 people’s drinking water. Whatever slim chance it is, I’m not taking that risk,” said Cantrelle.

Admiral From 1-A

She is honored to be the first female Admiral. “Sixty-eight (68) years is a long time to not have a female represent this event,” said Barrios. “As an avid fisherwoman, I am excited for this opportunity to show that women love to fish just as much as our male counterparts do.” The rodeo is a wonderful family event with many children’s categories. Barrios encourages everyone to come out as a family to participate in the fishing, food and festivities. “Stay close to home this year,” Barrios said. “The economy is down, so come enjoy what Lafourche Parish has to offer at our rodeo as a family.” Officials also announced that local artist Hank Holland has been chosen to do the rodeo artwork. “From the preliminary drawing, it looks amazing,” stated Barrios. The weigh scales for the 68th Annual Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo will be open Friday and Saturday, July 1st and 2nd. Live music, food and drinks will be available on those dates under the pavilion, with the annual King of the Catch Cook-Off taking place on Friday, July 1. Visit the rodeo’s website, www.fourchontarponrodeo.com for more information, to purchase tickets, or to become a sponsor. Also, check out the official rodeo profiles on Facebook and Instagram.

Shell From 1-A

As part of this joint restoration endeavor, Shell will provide funding and volunteers to work with BTNEP on habitat restoration projects that are being designed to help to improve the coast. Like other National Estuary Programs throughout the US, BTNEP brings together citizens, scientists, businesses, and government to solve environmental problems and promote healthy, vibrant coastal wetland communities. “There are many reasons why restoring Louisiana’s coast is important to Shell including the vital role this state plays in supporting our nation’s energy needs,” said Rick Tallant, General Manager for Shell’s Gulf of Mexico East assets. “But the most important reason is because this is our home. Shell employees live here, work here and volunteer here making us a part of a resilient and vibrant Louisiana community.” The project will include growing native woody and herbaceous species that will be used for plantings. The plants will be grown at the BTNEP Field Operations Center located on the Nicholls State University farm. Once the plants are grown out, volunteers from around the country, as well as Shell volunteers, will take part in the planting of these natives. The currently scheduled plantings will take place on the Fourchon ridge and nearby marshes in Port Fourchon and in Plaquemines Parish where potential places need to be restored. The plants will be monitored and the results will be shared. “No place is a better example of how energy and the environment are interdependent than Port Fourchon. We are grateful for the outstanding restoration work BTNEP and Shell have undertaken at the Port to date, and we wel-

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come this investment from Shell in continued sciencebased restoration at Port Fourchon,” said Chett Chiasson, Port Commission Executive Director. This series of projects is a part of a four-year program continuing the historical relationship between Shell and BTNEP for developing similar projects. “Shell has been a longtime supporter of BTNEP and its science-based con-

sensus-driven decision making process,” said Blanchard. “In the past, Shell has supported our volunteer program, restoration activities, and education programs. We are looking forward to this new project.” The project will include BTNEP staff and the Barataria-Terrebonne Estuary Foundation (BTEF).

Engagements

Lavergne - Charpentier

Bouvier-Dowdy

Miles and Melena Bouvier are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Maggie Ann Bouvier to Roger Kevin Dowdy Jr., son of Roger and Stephanie Dowdy. The wedding will take place on May 28, 2016 at Sacred Heart Church in Cut Off. Wedding and Engagement Story and Photo Guidelines

Engagement photographs and announcements MUST be received NO LATER than two weeks before the wedding date. Photos brought in any later than that are not guaranteed to be published. Wedding photos and stories should be received as soon as possible after the wedding. Wedding photos and stories received months after the event may not get published. Also, only 50th Anniversary photos and fifth generation family photos and stores are accepted.

William and Annette Lavergne and Allen and Carla Charpentier are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their children, Erica Renee Lavergne and Micah Allen Charpentier. Erica is the granddaughter of Joseph and Irma Lavergne, Eugene Suire and the late Mary Suire. Micah is the grandson of Steven and Anna Mae Charpentier, Rena Walker and the late Alcide Walker. The wedding ceremony will take place in June at Our Lady of Prompt Succor in Golden Meadow.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;In a Small Pondâ&#x20AC;? By Leroy Martin A white sport coat and a pink â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;carnationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; slip I felt great that Saturday evening driving to join my band at the College Inn in Thibodaux. This was less than one year after I had joined â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Dominoesâ&#x20AC;? and just that morning I had negotiated a record contract with Floyd Soileau of Jin Records to record the band with me singing one song and bandleader Leroy Trosclairâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother Errol the other. I had written the songs and Ricky Folse, Pott Folseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, son the arrangements. The contract was in my brief case and ready to sign. Since 1957, Jin records in Ville Platte had several million selling releases, Rod Bernardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;This Should go on Foreverâ&#x20AC;?, Johnny Allanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lonely Days, Lonely Nightsâ&#x20AC;?, and Jivinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Geneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Breaking Up is Hard to Doâ&#x20AC;?, and now, I thought, here come The Dominoes. My producing arrangement with Floyd for Joe Barry and Vin Bruce was still ahead. It was not to be. After the dance, before I could tell them the news,

they had news for me. I was told, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We asked you to get a Bassman amp, because your set up does not look professional. Gerald Adams from Mathews is replacing you.â&#x20AC;? I was surprised and answered, â&#x20AC;&#x153;But you said it sounds good.â&#x20AC;? I was answered, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a big box. Doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t look good. Gerald has a new Bassman amp and a Fender Precession bass.â&#x20AC;? I took a drink, shook hands, told them â&#x20AC;&#x153;OK, no fuss, no bother, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll survive.â&#x20AC;? Then, to quote an old song, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I turned and walked slowly away,â&#x20AC;? the record contract still in my brief case. I had other irons on the fire. Gerald Adams and I were and continued to be friends. My termination was either the amplifier situation or that Gerald was a better bass player. I want to believe the former, but it was probably the latter. Gerald Adams was then a better bass player. In 1962, I negotiated a recording contract for Vin Bruce with Floyd Soileauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Swallowâ&#x20AC;? label, but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the next 25 years of my musical career and future columns. As we talked I asked

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radio in their pocket. Everyone but me! The legendary rivalry came down to this game and the world stood still (at least Louisiana and Missis-

sippi) as All American Billy Cannon ran over the entire Ole Miss defense for a touchdown and a big win. I kept playing until I

noticed I was playing aloneâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;-the band had stopped in the middle of, of all songs, Tommy Edwardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s All In The Gameâ&#x20AC;? and the band was cheering along with the crowd. Few were dancing and every table had a radio tuned to the game. That one-minute touchdown run has been played on TV every Halloween night for over 56 years. What a night! Summerizing: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Firedâ&#x20AC;? - Donald Trump, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It Only Hurts for a Little Whileâ&#x20AC;? - Ann Murray, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Are You Ready for Some Football?â&#x20AC;? - Hank Williams, Jr. Bye now! Comments are welcomed at: leroymartin1929@gmail.com

Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Teen Video Challenge winners announced

The State Library of Louisiana announced Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winners of the 2016 Teen Video Challenge hosted by the Collaborative Summer Library Program. Kieran Pate, Collin Serigne, Mason Dufrene, and Joey Gaudet, representing the Lafourche Public Library, created Get in the Game, Read! â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a short video about the impact that libraries and books can have on learning new skills, including sports. The annual national competition aims to encourage teens to read and participate in their public librariesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; summer reading programs.Â A winning video was selected

from each of the 25 participating states, and all winning groups receive $150 from CSLP. The winning videos are used to promote summer reading programs in public libraries nationwide. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By participating, teens are sending a clear message that public libraries are important to them,â&#x20AC;? says State Librarian Rebecca Hamilton. To view this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winning videos, visit www.cslpreads.org. For more information about Louisiana summer reading programs and the State Library, visit www.state.lib.la.us.

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Deputies: 2 women die in car fleeing hit and run accident

US rig count drops 9 this week to 406, another all-time low

HOUSTON (AP) — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. dropped by nine this week to 406, another alltime low amid depressed energy prices. A year ago, 888 rigs were active. Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. said Friday 328 rigs sought oil and 86 explored for natural gas. One was listed as miscellaneous. Among major oil- and gas-producing states, Texas declined by seven rigs, Louisiana was down three and North Dakota, Oklahoma and Wyoming each fell by one. New Mexico gained two rigs and California one. Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah and West Virginia were all unchanged. The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981. The previous low of 488 set in 1999 was eclipsed March 11, and has continued to slide. ___

METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Jefferson Parish sheriff’s deputies say two women died when the convertible they were riding in wrapped around a utility pole. The accident happened around 7:30 a.m. Monday on the Interstate 10 Service Road in Metairie. Traffic fatality investigator Anthony Cannatella says the Ford convertible exited I-10 after being involved a hit-and-run accident. Cannatella says the Mustang then got on the service road traveling at a high rate of speed and hit another car. The says the Mustang’s driver lost control, the car overturned and skidded into the pole. Both the driver and the passenger died at the scene. ___

Louisiana IceGators suspend operations for 2016-17 season

LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) — The Louisiana IceGators will suspend operations for the 2016-17 hockey season because of renovations at the Cajundome, the team’s home arena. General Manager Louis Dumont, in a statement Monday, said arena renovations will begin at the end of May and run through

November. With the Southern Professional Hockey League’s 2016-17 season starting in October, Dumont says a feasible schedule is unavailable at this time. The team’s owners and staff members met with Cajundome management to try to find options to play the season, but Dumont says they concluded suspending operations is “the best route to take.” The IceGators closed the 2015-16 season with a semifinals series loss to the RiverKings in April, which eliminated Louisiana from the league playoffs. ___

Scientists head out to study Shell oil spill in the Gulf

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Scientists are heading out to study the latest oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, a release of about 88,200 gallons from a Shell oil field about 90 miles off the coast of Louisiana. Last Thursday a leak from a pipeline at the Shell oil production field was spotted and clean-up vessels began to skim oil off the Gulf on Friday. The cleanup continues. The leak was contained after wells flowing into the pipeline were shut in. Now, a group of scientists hope to learn more about what effect oil spills have on the marine environment. Ian MacDonald, an oceanographer at Florida State University, said the scientists should reach the oil sheens by Wednesday. This team of scientists was set up after BP’s 2010 catastrophic spill to study spills. ___

Study: Less fertilizer in Illinois River, good news for Gulf

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — The flow of nitrates from farm fertilizer and treated wastewater into the Illinois River that contributes to a dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico has fallen, a new study says. Researchers believe one likely factor, the use of newer, more robust varieties of corn, could make the drop a long-lasting one. The study from the University of Illinois found

that the level of nitrates dropped 10 percent between 2010 and 2014. Adding in data from 2015 that was not available when the study was being written, that level dropped by 15 percent, one co-author said. ___

Hero dog bitten saving 7-year-old girl from rattlesnake

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — When a venomous Eastern diamondback rattlesnake appeared in the backyard of a 7-year-old girl, her German shepherd came to her rescue, refusing to back down even when the snake bit him three times. In short, Haus is a hero. Now hundreds of donors are coming to the family’s rescue, quickly topping the goal of $15,000 Friday on a GoFundMe account to help pay for the antivenin needed to keep the dog alive. By Friday afternoon, $35,000 had been raised for the dog’s care. Haus is still recovering in the Intensive Care Unit of Tampa’s Blue Pearl Emergency Veterinary and Specialty Hospital, and is being treated with antivenom and painkillers, said Dr. John Gicking. Molly DeLuca’s grandmother was watching her play with the 2-year-old shepherd in their backyard when the dog suddenly jumped in front of the girl and reared up several times. It wasn’t clear what happened at first, but they could tell Haus was bleeding, and brought him to the vet. When his leg was shaved, three bite marks could be seen — telltale signs of the rattlesnake. The snake’s venom damaged the dog’s kidneys. Vets now expect a full recovery, but it won’t be cheap: Each day in the ICU costs between $1000 to $1500, and each vial of anti-venom costs $618. Haus is averaging 4 or 5 vials per day as the poison leaves his system. A family friend started the fundraising effort. The response, said DeLuca, has been “overwhelming.” The family plans to forward any unused donations to a local rescue organization.

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But if the Senate decides to undo the proposal, cuts could worsen for a popular college financing program in the budget year that begins July 1. The plan, spearheaded by House Appropriations Committee Chairman Cameron Henry, would take more than 3 percent of fees paid to departments for services, along with other dedicated sources of revenue that they get from state taxes. That could include money paid for licenses, public health services or facility inspections, for example. The dollars would be steered to help pay off state debt next year, thereby freeing up other general tax revenue — known as state general fund money — that would otherwise have to be used for the debt payment. Henry, R-Metairie, said it would require some agencies that have largely been shielded from cuts to share in the reductions needed to close a $600 million budget gap next year. Treasurer John Kennedy’s office said the move is allowed under the state constitution. The diversion would shift money the agencies had expected to have next year, like $4 million from the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority, $2.7 million from the agriculture department, $3.7 million from the labor department, $14 million from the trans-

portation department, $7 million from state police and $23 million from the health department. “It’s the equivalent of a cut to their departments,” said Sherry Phillips-Hymel, the Senate’s chief budget analyst. Senate President John Alario, R-Westwego, worried those cuts would fall too heavily on agriculture programs, transportation projects, the state police and the legislative auditor. Other senators questioned whether the dollars would meet the legal criteria for spending on ongoing services and programs. Dardenne said the state has tried a similar maneuver once before, and then deemed it unfeasible. The House version of the budget assumes $100 million will be diverted but doesn’t specifically detail which fees and other dedicated revenue sources would be transferred. It doesn’t spell out the 3.3 percent cap. And the exact process for making the transfers isn’t clear. Hymel suggested if senators wanted to move the money as the House wants, they should pass a separate piece of legislation. But Senate Finance Committee Chairman Eric LaFleur, DVille Platte, has shelved his similar bill because of concerns about how to make it work. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte

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Every single day, firemen put their lives on the line in an effort to keep locals safe. A fishing rodeo set for May 21 aims to show its appreciation for those men and women – aiming to raise much-needed money to assist injured firemen who have been burned. The Lafourche Parish Fire District 3 Firefighters Association will hold its first-ever fishing rodeo on May 21 at the Golden Meadow Park Pavilion. Proceeds for the day will be donated to the Baton Rouge Regional Burn Center – a place where firemen and military members can go to be healed after being burned on the job. Event organizer Phil Gilligan said tickets are $30 a piece, and he hopes everyone will turn out to support the worthwhile cause. “Numbers are a little down, because the economy is struggling, but we hope for a large, fun-filled day,” Gilligan said. “We think it’s a great cause, and we’re hopeful that people will enjoy what we hope to make an annual event the community can enjoy.” There will be more than just fishing going on at the rodeo. Gilligan said beginning at 8 a.m., there will be a live DJ on hand to

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supply music at the park – tunes that will be in the air throughout the entirety of the day. Chefs will also be flipping burgers and grilling hot dogs, which obviously means that participants should come on an empty stomach. “There will be food and there will be water and soft drinks, and it will all be good, I can assure you,” Gilligan said. The format of the rodeo is loose. Unlike other rodeos, anglers at the firemen’s even will not be restricted on where they can fish. Gilligan said weigh-ins will begin at noon, and awards will be handed out at 3 p.m. A children’s rodeo has also partnered with the event, and the two will hand out awards at the same time. “For our rodeo, you can fish anywhere you want,” Gilligan said. “You can fish offshore, out in Fourchon or behind the park where we’re going to weigh in. It doesn’t matter to us. Wherever people want to fish, they’ll still be welcome.” The event will also feature a silent auction, and raffles will be sold for $1 a pop with the opportunity to win various prizes. Gilligan said event organizers will sell rodeo tickets – right through the day of the event. Folks are also planning to sell tickets this weekend at Walmart. Those interested in competing are asked to call Jada Pitre at (985)-6328068. Gilligan said the event is worth the support. He said the hospital receiving the funds is one of the best at what it does. “It’s the place where firemen go when they get injured,” he said. “Those adults need a quality hospital, and they do great work there. We have a great interest in them. It’s a good cause that’s worth supporting.”

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Graduates of both South Lafourche and Central Lafourche enjoyed America’s pastime last weekend in an effort to help the schools’ athletic programs battle tough economic times. Both the Tarpons and Trojans held alumni softball tournaments this past weekend with proceeds to each going to benefit sports program at the local schools. The Trojans held their alumni tournament at the Lockport Recreation Fields,

Larose Civic Center. Both tournaments had more than 20 total teams between men and women’s brackets. Each raised thousands of dollars for sports programs at the two schools – a huge coup, considering the downturn in the local economy. “It was another great alumni tournament,” South Lafourche tournament organizer Ryan Pitre said. “We want to send our thanks to everyone who

The South Lafourche High School’s JROTC program, Tarpon Battalion, participated in assisting volunteers to host a fishing rodeo in Cocodrie to help Wounded Warriors and veterans. Cadets helped prepare breakfast, lunch, and supper for all those who attended. Cadets also performed a color guard and assisted veterans. The cadets had a great time helping out and would like to thank all the volunteers for allowing them to assist.

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“We had fun. It was a nice weekend,” added Bobby Breaux, who competed in the Central Lafourche event. “It’s always great to see friends you haven’t seen in a while. It feels good to give back. It’s a weekend we all look forward to every year.” For the Trojans, teams in the 2000s ruled the day. Central Lafourche assistant principal Chris Arnold said there were 17 teams in the men’s bracket – a number that he said is about on par with the figures the school has seen in other events. When the final pitch was thrown, the 2007 graduating class won the tournament, outlasting the rest of the field with its allaround play. On the women’s side, Arnold said six teams signed up to compete and the 2002-03 squad took home the title in a competitive bracket. “There were a lot of quality players at the park,” Breaux said. “It was great to see everyone giving it their all. We were blessed with great weather, and it was a weekend that everyone enjoyed.” Just down the bayou

in Larose, South Lafourche’s event also went off without a hitch. On the men’s side, teams from as far back as the early 1980s competed over three days of doubleelimination play. In the end, the 2009 team was victorious, defeating 1996-98 in the finals, thanks to a walk-off, grandslam home run from Brett Dardar in the final inning. In the women’s bracket, things were just as dramatic with the 19992001 team rallying out of the loser’s bracket and emerging as the event’s champions.

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HOMES

House For Sale in Cut Off. Nice 3 br, 1 ba. $58,000, $10,000 below appraisal. Call 985-691-1367, leave voice mail. _________________ House For Sale: Cut Off. 3 bd., 1 ba; 1750 sq. ft.; Large lot, 124’ by 288’; has bayouside. 14617 East Main. FMI 632-8874. _________________ House For Sale: 802 West 11 St., Larose. 4 bedroom; 2.5 bath; partially furnished; 4,000 sq.ft.; 2 car garage; large shed; asking $175,000 OBO. Call 985-6378797 or 985-6938131. _________________ Home For Sale: 229 Church St., Raceland. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Behind St. Anne Hospital. Call Michelle for more info at 985-791-1385. _________________ Home For Sale: 143 East 29th St., Cut Off. 4,000 sq.ft. 3 bedroom; 2.5 bath; built in pool. $348,000. Can be seen on zillow.com with Larose zip code, 70373. Call (985) 6771679. _________________ For Sale: 2 bedroom, 2 bath trailer. Sits on private lot in Larose. $45,000. Call 6911367 and leave voicemail. _________________ House For Sale: Newly elevated 4 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms. 1002 Romy Drive in Lockport. Call for appointment at 985-532-2081. _________________ Home For Sale/ Rent/ Lease to Own: 3 bed., 2 ba., 2000 sq.ft. in Cut Off. Partially furnished. $1200 per month to rent; $155,000 to buy. Call 985-677-1149. _________________ House to be moved or torn down for materials. Call 985-6378198 or 985-2585775. _________________

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Mississippi Property For Sale: (Walthall County) 3 bd., 2 ba. manufactured home 28x48 with full length covered porch. Home sits on 9.75 of mostly cleared land. Home comes with all appliances and large storage shed. Asking $130,000. FMI call 985-258-6714. _________________

Commercial Property For Sale: Located at 16849 East Main in Cut Off. Bayouside property with dock also included. Asking $120,000 (well below appraisal price). Call 985-632-5858, ask for Russell or Tommy Plaisance. _________________ Land For Sale: 630’x100’. Down West 164th St. Unrestricted and undeveloped. Borders 40 arpent canal. Great for crawfish pond or investment opportunities. Asking $25,000. Call 985-696-7912, leave message. _________________

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Restaurant Building For Lease: Great location/move in ready, 13025 Hwy. 1, Larose. Fully equipped/addt’l b-b-q room attached. Approx. 3,000 sq ft., $3000/mth, $1000/ dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-6657375. _________________

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FOR RENT 1 bd., 2 bd., 3 bd., mobile homes. Cemented camper spots. day-weekmonth. Nice quiet neighborhood. Long term discounts. Rent starts at $300/mth. Laundromat on site24/7-7days a week. Utility included in rent.Store on site. Fish cleaning station coming. Perfect for individuals, families, companies, fisherman. Come be another one of our satisfied customers. Call 985-637-4133, asks for Tommy. We appreciate our customers and it shows!

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Mobile Home For Rent: 3 bd; 2 ba; located in Galliano. $1,000/mth., plus utilities and $500 deposit. 985-258-7808 or 985677-1889. _________________ For Rent: 3 bd., 1.5 ba., executive style home with cathedral ceilings; large porch; near G.M. Upper (153 Nichols St.); wood floors; dishwasher; fridge; oven. $1,100/mth., $1,100/ dep. Call 232-1948. _________________ 2 bedroom mobile home for rent: in Galliano. No pets; no smoking; quiet neighborhood; private property; fridge, stove, table and window unit included; newly renovated; $600/mth; Background checks. Call 475-7272 or 6377273. _________________ Double Wide For Rent in Lockport. 3 bedroom; 2 bath; water paid; yard; carport; washer/dryer hookup; $900/rent; $900/dep. Call 985227-1936. _________________ For Rent: 4 bedroom; 2 bath; brick hopme; fenced yard; shed; in Galliano; background checks; no pets; no smoking. $900/mth., $900/dep. Call 637-7273. _________________ 1 Bedroom Apt For Rent: partly furnished. $500/mth., $300/dep. Call 475-7696 or 985398-0172. _________________ House For Rent: 4 bd., 2 full baths in Galliano. $1500/mth plus deposit. Available August 1. For applications call, 985-258-7072. _________________ House For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. partly furnished in Golden Meadow. $1150/mth., $1150/dep. Please call 985-691-3780 for application. No pets. _________________ Apartment For rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. Located at 102 West 4th St., Westside Apts., Apt. 4 is available for $675/ mth., $600 damage deposit. By application only. Call 985691-3104. _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. $700/mth. $500/dep. Galliano area. Next to Lady of the Sea. 985677-0915. _________________ REDUCED! For Rent: 3 bd., 1 ba., large yard, shed, carport, central A/C. Golden Meadow. Newly renovated house. Wood floors. Appliances included. 114 Pierce St. in Golden Meadow. Great neighborhood. $950/ mth., $950/ dep. Call 985-2321948. _________________

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MLS 117739: Located on East Main St. in Cut Off, this commercial building was totally renovated in 2013 to include ceramic flooring, full kitchen and a bath and a half. It’s walk in ready. Exterior made of pre-engineered steel and is situated on a concrete slab. Includes all furniture and fixtures with full price offer. Owners will consider leasing property. $260,000.

MLS 116383: This 4,093 sqft bunk house located on Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow sits on a 266’X841’ tract of land. The property is located north of the flood gates and was originally constructed as a church then later converted into a bunk house. The interior was redesigned to create 10 bedrooms, a men’s bathroom and 3 showers, a woman’s bath, a dining hall, living room and kitchen, a laundry and storage room. Could easily be converted into an office building. $500,000. MLS 116384: This facility was originally used as a paper mill and is currently being used as storage. It has 188.894 sqft and 18 buildings. It also has 300,000 sqft of limestone stabalization, 125,000 sqft of concrete parking and 5900 ft of chain link fencing. There is a total of 42 acres, bayouside, road frontage on Hwy. 308, a gurest house, plenty room for expansion or rentals. Site can accommodate almost any typre of enterprise, whether light or heavy. $3,200,000.

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MLS 121017: This charming cottage in Galliano includes bayouside property and a totally renovated interior. It has blown-in insulation, new floors, new lighting fixtures, fresh paint, a new kitchen that offers a farm sink, stainless appliances, new cabinetry and new counter tops. A new adition includes a family room and office. The master bath features a soaking tub and separate shower. The home has an attic fan as well as a covered porch at 2 of the 3 entrances. The yard is fenced and shady and the list goes on! $139,800 MLS 120782: This 9400 sqft., 4BR, 4ba. home in Cut Off is immaculately styled and designed. Lots of gorgeous furniture and most appliances to stay. It includes a huge fenced yard, in-ground pool, landscaped lights, security lighting, a huge barn with several car spaces as well as a motor home space with an RV washing area, walk-in fridge, workshop and much more. $1,360,000

Large 2BR, 1 ba. apt. for rent: Units have washer / dryer, range, fridge, microwave and dishwasher. Pets welcome. To see pics go to www.coteblancheapartments.com. One unfurnished unit available for $850/mo. with $750/dep. and one furnished unit available for $1250/mo. with $750/dep. Includes utilities, cable & wifi. Call Bill at 985-3255626. _________________

Newly built apartments for rent: 2BR, all new appliances, w/d, quiet neighborhood, lots of land. $675/mo and $675/dep. FMI call Dustin at 985-2587638. _________________ A charming apt. overlooking Bayou Lafourche for rent: 2 bd; partly furnished, including washer & dryer; total electric; water paid; utility shed; $650/mth., $500 security deposit. Located off LA 1 at 505 North Bayou Dr. Golden Meadow. Call (985) 209-0026. _________________ One Bedroom, One Bath House For Rent: Washer/ dryer/ stove; all utilities and lawn care provided by landlord; Larose area; $750 a month, $750 damage deposit. Call (985) 632-6549 or (985) 665-0936, leave a CLEAR number to call. No texting. _________________ For Rent: Huge 1 bedroom apt. 10 ft. ceilings; private parking; ALL UTILITIES PAID; $650/mth., $400/ dep. No pets. Partially furnished. 985-632-2158 or 985533-6212. _________________ For Rent: 1 & 2 bedroom Apt/ House. Starting at $400/mth, plus utilities. FMI Call (985) 537-9259. Central Lafourche area. _________________ For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. furnished, executive home. $1800/mth., $1000/dep. All utilities included. Call (985) 632-6188. _________________

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YOU!

MLS 114683: Located on Hwy. 308 in Golden Meadow, this 3,925 sqft steel warehouse is situated on an 86’x165’ lot. Property includes bulkhead, inside storage, living space and a marine dock. The property has plenty of parking and a 40x25 covered parking area. It also has a bayouside with a new dock for loading and unloading boats. $95,000.

MLS 116370: A 16,186 sqft. pre-engineered steel building rated for 150mph winds includes a 5,000 sqft freezer used to store up to 1.5 million pounds of frozen seafood, a generator and all equipment in the building. There is also a loading dock, plenty parking and a huge warehouse. $1,250,000.

For Rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. home. Open kitchen/ dining area. Updated and ready to move in. Ideal location- Larose location. $850/ mth.; $600/ dep. Call 985693-6510 FMI. _________________ Studio Cottage For Rent: single occupancy (1 person); $600/mth; $300/damage deposit; all utilities paid; lawn service provided; private laundry mat on site; located in Larose. 985-665-9618 or 985859-3953. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. in Golden Meadow. Private street. 985-677-1155. _________________

9400sqft Home For Sale in Cut Off

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Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $750/mth, $750/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________

MERCHANDISE

55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums with lids for sale. Please call (985) 291-1329 for more information. _________________ REDUCED! Power Wheelchair For Sale: needs battery. Like new, hardly used. Asking $1,000. Paid $6,400. Call 985-632-6619. _________________ For Sale: 2 window air conditioners. Crosley 12000 btu 115V 10.2A 1110W, good condition, $200; Haier 8000btu, 115V, 6.6A, 740w, good condition, $150; GE Refridgerator, 4 cu.ft., fair condition, $25. Call 985-691-9466. _________________ Merchandise For Sale: 12 Vol. set of Father Hebert books; Kenmore portable sewing machine; Surger sewing machine; several handicap items, such as wheel chair, bedside commode, etc.; electric car lift with scooter. Call 985-6887256. _________________

MOTORCYCLES

2003 100 year Anniversary Harley Davidson Ultra Glide. Only 6,000 miles. Garage and bubble kept. $16,000. Silver and black. All accessories and 2 helmets included. Call 985-637-7925. _________________

GARAGE SALES

Indoor Moving Sale: May 16 – 19 from, 2:30pm to 8pm at 17360 West Main (near Falgout’s Funeral Home/ around West 136 St.) Furniture, clothes, housewares, kids toys and much more. _________________ 11th Annual Island Wide Garage Sale and Craft Show Saturday, May 28 in Grand Isle. Garage sale participants, and craft vendors needed. For more information, call 225-975-9093. _________________

Big Multi-Item Garage Sale: Clothes for all sizes and genders, toys, electronics, kitchen appliances, outdoor furniture and lots more. 226 Chester Lee St. in Larose. Thursday and Friday, May 19 and 20 from 7am to 2pm. No early birds. _________________

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

This 4BR, 4ba. home is immaculately styled and designed. Lots of gorgeous furniture and most appliances stay. It includes a huge fenced in yard, in-ground pool, landscaped lights, security lighting, a huge barn with several car spaces as well as a motor home space with an RV washing area, walk-in fridge, workshop and much more.

$1,360,000

Call Addy Legendre or Lisa Plaisance for a showing!

985-691-3873 985-691-4947 Since 1916

200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off 985-325-7107

QHSE Superintendent Full Time Position

Crosby Dredging & Construction is looking for a QHSE Superintendent for its construction business. The ideal candidate must have a strong working knowledge of OSHA construction and DOT Pipeline Regulations. This position will work both in the field as well as the office. Working knowledge of Veriforce & ISNetworld programs is a plus. 5 to 10 plus years of experience in the pipeline/construction HSE field is required. 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

Garage Sale: Wednesday and Thursday, May 18 & 19, from 8am to 5pm at 149 St. Peter St., in Larose. Furniture, toys, clothes, shoes and much more. _________________ Multi-Family Garage sale: Saturday, May 21, from 7am - 2pm. Clothes for all sizes, lots of baby items/ clothes, house hold items and much more! Everything must go! Located at 115 Cajun Drive in Larose. _________________ Garage Sale: May 20 & 21 from 8am to 2pm at 7109 Hwy 1 in Lockport. Across from Frank’s Supermarket. Lots of everything. _________________

HELP WANTED

The Lafourche Council on Aging, Inc. has a job opening for Homemaker in the Raceland/ Bayou Blue area. This job is up to 25 hours per week at $9.72 per hour. Mileage is reimbursed at $.51 per mile. Must have reliable transportation. Must have clean driving record. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test. Must be able to pass state police background check. Deadline to apply is Friday, May 20, 2016 at 12:00 noon. Apply at Lafourche Council on Aging Office in Mathews, (985) 532-0458. _________________ 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. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Galliano Truck Plaza and Casino, LLP now hiring cashiers. Apply within store. Must be able to work all shifts. Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen. 985-3254445. _________________ The Town of Golden Meadow is accepting applications for certified lifeguards, pool collectors and pool managers at the Town Hall at 107 Jervis Drive. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Town of Golden Meadow reserves the right to reject any and all application and the right to waive any informality. EOE _________________

Office: 985-693-7229 Fax: 985-693-8282

www.thelafourchegazette.com Seeking: Part time sitter for 100% complete care for a quadriplegic. 19.5 hours a week in Lockport. Must be a pet-friendly person. Serious inquiries only. Call 985532-0704. _________________ Clerical / Sales Person needed for an insurance agency in the South / Central area. Send resume to Help Wanted at P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________

SERVICES

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 & laminate floors, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small. 20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron @gmail.com _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House Slabds, Driveways, Sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at (985) 6772959. _________________ Swimming Lessons Teacher certifies in lifesaving and swimming. Years of experience dealing with children of all levels of swimming, including beginners. Children must be potty trained. Heated pool. Summer sessionslessons taught morning or afternoon during June and July. Classes for adult ladies are also offered. FMI Call Mona at 985-6960229. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________ Coming Soon! Pawsome Suites, Inc. 4919 Hwy 308, Mathews, LA 70375. 985532-DOGG, Small/ large dog boarding; small dog daycare, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Owned and operated by Randy and Juanita Whittaker. _________________

Tony’s Carpentry Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, plumbing, painting and pressure washing? Call 985-2787188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________ Need your grass cut? Call Nolty at 985-696-6225 _________________ Summer Tutoring Certified teacher. Bachelor’s degree in education. 17 plus years experience. Located in Golden Meadow. $125 for 10 one hour sessions. (985) 665-8104. _________________ LABOVE PLUMBING Professional Plumbing Service. Gas, water, sewer. Ask about our payment options. 16844 West Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. LMP 7038. Call 985-991-1881. _________________ Need Pressure Washing Call DB Extreme Cleaning, LCC at 985-278-9583 or 985-278-7394. _________________ LSU Engineering Student offering Summer Math Tutoring for future 6th-12th graders. Will take place in South Lafourche Public Library. Call 985856-8903 for more information. _________________ Megan’s Cleaning Services If you need reliable, honest and dependable cleaning service, call Megan at (985) 258-8830 for pricing details. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting and trimming. Any size. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Double J Roofing Specializing in reroofs, metal roofs, aluminum roofs and patio enclosures and rapairs also. 20 year experience and doing business in all parishes. Get the best for less! One call, we do it all. Free estimates and senior discounts. Financing available. Call 985722-6129 _________________ Curry’s Painting Service New construction, remodels, interior- exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Experienced. Call 985-258-0465 or 985258-6414. _________________

Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars

Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!

985-637-0164 Call Brad Watson

K-Mar Supply in Cut Off

STORE MANAGER is now accepting applications for a Full Time

Male or Female

Candidate must be a fast learner, can multi-task and self-motivated. Must have a valid driver’s license and must meet TWIC Card requirements. Some transportation available (to and from work)

Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Rd., Fourchon (NAPA, Next Door to Truck Stop) No Phone Calls Please! Must Speak English!

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

TANKERMAN - PIC (Barges)

Full Time Positions Must have TWIC Card Crosby Tugs, LLC offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Excellent Pay, 401K, Bonuses, Health, Life, Dental, Disability & Cancer Insurances

Apply in person at: 17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354 (985) 632-7575 Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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. _________________ 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. _________________

OBITUARIES

MILTON ARABIE

Milton Paul Arabie, age 85, a native of Mathews and resident of Raceland, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2016. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 18 at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and on Thursday, May 19 at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the church starting at 11 a.m. with burial to follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. He was survived by his wife of 58 years, Peggy Falgout Arabie; children, Michael P. Arabie and wife, Regina, Mona A. Zeringue and husband, Randy, Mark P. Arabie and wife, Lynette, and Matthew P. Arabie and wife, Janet; grandchildren, Shawn, Sarah, and Patrick Zeringue and Courtney A. Rodrigue; step-grandchildren, Jarrod Boudreaux, Brandy, Ted, and

Wednesday, May 18, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

NOTICES

POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farm’s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________

PETS

Boxer Pups for Sale: 7 weeks old. 3 males. 4 females. $200 each. Call 985-637-7922. _________________

Mandy Dominique; and brother, Edward J. Arabie. He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace and Annette Arabie; grandson, Christopher P. Zeringue; parents-in-law, Sanders and Yvonne M. Falgout Sr.; brother-in-law, Sanders Falgout, Jr.; and sister-in-law, Betty L. Arabie. Milton was a graduate of Lockport High School, Louisiana State University, and Nicholls State University. He served as First Lt. of the Army Artillery during the Korean War. He was a retired member of the Lafourche Parish School Board, where he was a teacher, coach, and principal for 39 years. He served as the director of the Lafourche Parish Recreation District #2 for 43 years. He was a past president and member of the Raceland Lions Club; a member of the Raceland American Legion Post #349; and a member of the Raceland VFW Post #3665; and past member of Raceland Grand Marshall Club. Milton was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He touched many lives through his years of teaching, coaching, and being principal fulfilling his mission of, “Putting Central Lafourche on the map.” Falgout Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

PAULETTE WILLIAMS

Paulette Lee Williams, 57, a long time resident of Harvey, LA passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 1. A memorial service will be held at a later date. She is survived by her father, Ronald; brothers, Marty and Steve; children, Reynault P. danos, Meshell Danos Dupre (husband Larry Dupre, Jr.), Amy Danos and Jean Paul Boyer; and grandchildren, Rose and Aaron Danos, Larry III, Landon, Melah, Leland Dupre, Herbert Cheramie and Zoey Folse. You always wanted to travel the world, now you can, Mom. Spread your wings and fly. Fly high, “Pee Wee”. Until we meet again, watch over us and keep us safe. Forever in my heart. ___________________

JADE WILLIAMS

Jade M. Williams, 34, a native of Larose and resident of LaPlace passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2016. Visitation was held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church on Tuesday, May 17 from 10 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 1 p.m. with burial followed in the church cemetery. She is survived by her father, Peter Williams; mother, Susan Badeaux Williams; soul mate, Brad Madere; brother, Bruno Williams; sisters, Jasmine Williams and Ciara Williams Hawkins; nieces, Rozlyn Trinity Hawkins and Kendyl Grace Hawkins. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

HUBERT GAUDET

Hubert J. “Toby” Gaudet, 86, a native and resident of Raceland passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2016. Visitation was held at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 18 from 9 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. with burial followed in St. Mary Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Loyce St. Pierre Gaudet; son Duane Gaudet; daughters, Susan (Allen) Arceneaux, Carol (Paul) Verdin; brothers, Dudley Gaudet, Douglas Gaudet; sister, Brenda (Robert) Griffin; 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie and Pearl Gaudet; brother, Milton Gaudet; and his beloved canine companion, Chico. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ___________________

JERRY DANTIN

Jerry A. “Capt. Jay” Dantin, 84, a native of Golden Meadow and a resident of Grand Isle, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2016. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 18, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday with burial to follow in Cheramie Cemetery. He is survived by his longtime companion, Anna Camardelle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorsey Lee Dantin Sr. and Allison Savoie Dantin. Captain Jay enjoyed fishing, shrimping and crabbing. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ___________________

JANICE ARCENEAUX

Janice Leonard Arceneaux, 68, a native and resident of Cut Off, LA passed away May 14, 2016. Visitation will take place on Thursday, May 19, at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home from 5 p.m. till 9 p.m. and again on Friday, May 20, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from

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 proven guilty. MAY 11, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Joshua Landeche, 37, Galliano. Contempt of court (5 cts). Leah Chiasson, 33, Larose. Violation of probation/parole. Shonna Orgeron, 46, Galliano. Contempt of court. Rocky Pertuit, 30, Lockport. Possession of methamphetamine, less than 28 grams. Jordy Cressione, 22, Gheens. Driving on roadway laned for traffic; turning movements and required signals; possession of klonopin; possession for distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession of marijuana. Michael Head, 48, Gheens. Simple criminal damage to property. MAY 13, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Ashley Danos, 32, Cut Off. Violation of uniform controlled dangerous substance law; possession of methamphetamine, less than 28 grams. Dante Hester, 23, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts). Chad Wendt, 36, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts). Thibodaux Police Department Junior Benoit, 49, Thibodaux. Simple robbery; possession of methamphetamine, less than 28 grams. Robert Silverii, 48, Thibodaux. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possess of amphetamine, less than 28 grams (2 cts); possession of xanax; possession of valium; possession of heroin; possession of steroids; illegal carrying of wepon in presence of control dangerous substance; sale, distribution, or possession of legend drug without prescription or order. Alexander Griffin, 63, Thibodaux. Disturbing the peace; enter/remain after being forbidden. MAY 14, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Annie Galliano, 32, Galliano. Contempt of court (2 cts) Bailea Starling, 23, Thibodaux.

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10 a.m. until service time. Funeral Mass will begin at 12 noon with burial following in the church cemetery. Mrs. Janice is survived by her daughter, Wendy Baragona (Robert Welch); grandchildren, Jordy Gaspard, Coley Gaspard, and Lanie Baragona; mother, Stella Leonard; brother, Wayne “Ke-Ke” Leonard; sister, Mona Gisclair (Billy); and nephews, Brent Leonard, Jason Leonard and Brad Gisclair. Mrs. Arceneaux was preceded in death by her husband, Milton Arceneaux; father, Clifton “Ke-Ke” Leonard; and sister-in-law, Corinne B. Leonard. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

Simple criminal damage to property. Tre Lacoste, 22, Raceland. Contempt of court (3 cts). Kelly Guidroz, 38, Gheens. Illegal use of controlled drug in presence of persons under 17 years old; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; illegal carrying of weapon in presence of controlled dangerous substance; possession of marijuana (1st offense); manufacturing/ production of marijuana (cultivation). Thibodaux Police Department Chad Thibodaux, 38, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts). Aubri Landry, 17, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery. Kathleen Burnett, 46, Thibodaux. Disturbing the peace, offensive, derisive, annoying words to another; simple battery (2 cts); remain after being forbidden. Louisiana State Police Harris Jefferson, 42, Baton Rouge. Fugitive of Baton Rouge Parish. MAY 15, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Eugene Guidry, 26, Lockport. Public intimidation (threats); resisting an officer; contempt of court; suspension/revocation/cancellations of license; driving on roadway laned for traffic. Nita Duet, 53, Larose. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; illegal use of controlled dangerous substance in presence of persons under 17; possession of klonopin; monetary instrument abuse; possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine; possession of marijuana (1st offense). Louisiana State Police Vaughn Robertson, 24, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Roberto Araujo, 30, Raceland. DWI (1st); no drivers license; driving left of center. Chance King, 20, Houma. Contempt of court (4 cts); possession of meth; possession of drug paraphernalia; resisting an officer; no seat belt. Thibodaux Police Department Roland Henderson, 38, Reserve. DWI (2nd). Damien Noel, 25, Breaux Bridge. Domestic abuse battery. Ebony Charles, 25, Schriever. Theft of goods; resisting an officer; simply battery (2 cts); possession of marijuana (1st).

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Wednesday, May 18, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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men keep the tax exemption on their fishing gear. WHEREAS, the officials of the Town of Grand Isle feel that adding extra taxes to the expenses of commercial fishermen creates a hardship; and WHEREAS, exemptions were not across the board, and WHEREAS, the legislators preserved some exemptions while eliminating others. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the Town Council of the Town of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that: The Town of Grand Isle respectfully request that during the up coming special session the State Legislature revisits the tax exemption issue and consider adding the Commercial Fisherman to the list of industries that are tax exempt on their gear Vote thereon as follows: YEAS: Ray Santiny, Jay Lafont, Clifford Santiny, Jr., Leoda Bladsacker NAYS: 0 ABSENT: Stephen Resweber This resolution was declared adopted this 10th day of May, 2016. A proposal from National Corrosion Services of $1,050.00 to update the Town’s DIMPS plan was tabled until next meeting. Motion by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. seconded by Council Member Lafont and unanimously agreed to approve the beer and liquor license application of Kelli Scardino for Yum’s by Gladys. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to approve payment of the Secretary of State invoice of $1,444.26 for the March 5, 2016 Town election. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to issue a letter of no objection to Billy Ward for his proposed project to rebuild some boat slips at the end of Boudreaux Lane. Council Member Lafont reports/requests: 1. Thanked all the Cleanest City Contest workers and congratulated them for winning first place in the State competition. Council Member Bladsacker reports/requests: 1. Reported that the basketball goals at the Chighizola Park needs to be removed. 2. Reported that the grass at the Medical Lane Storage Building needs to be cut. 3. Asked about the dirt for the Cott Lane volleyball court and the gate repairs – Chris Hernandez reported he was working on it. Mayor’s report: 1. Thanked the Rotary Club for a successful Car Show. 2. Requested that a trailer donated to the Town from Jefferson Parish be donated to the Grand Isle Independent Levee Board – agreed on a joint motion by the Council. 3. Reported that he will be attending the Jefferson Parish Council meeting to discuss acquiring the beach property where the old Jefferson Parish Library was located; about the summer youth work program; the Wallop-Breaux money from the Wildlife & Fisheries to update and rebuild both sides of the fishing bridge entrance; the Head Start Program; and any available funding for drainage. 4. Thanked the Port Commission and the Levee Board for all of their hard work. Motion by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. seconded by Council Member Lafont and unanimously agreed to adjourn the meeting at 7:28 p.m. David J. Camardelle, Mayor Town of Grand Isle ATTESTED: Ray A. Santiny, Town Clerk Town of Grand Isle 5-18-2016

TOWN OF GRAND ISLE REGULARLY SCHEDULED TOWN MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 10, 2016 6:00 P.M.

The meeting was called to order by Mayor David Camardelle who led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. Council Member Bladsacker then followed with a prayer. Roll call was as follows: PRESENT: Council Members – Ray Santiny, Jay Lafont, Clifford Santiny, Jr., Leoda Bladsacker; Police Chief Euris Dubois ABSENT: Council Member Stephen Resweber Motion by Council Member Lafont seconded by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. and unanimously agreed to amend the agenda as presented. Motion by Council Member Lafont seconded by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. and unanimously agreed to close the agenda as amended Jean Landry was recognized and thanked the Mayor for all of the help with the school kids during the bird festival. Two hundred and fifty new people came to the Bird Festival and one hundred and forty species of migratory birds were counted. The Nature Conservancy had many volunteers working planting seedlings and working at the butterfly dome. A total of 1540 hours of volunteer work was counted. Council Member Jay Lafont thanked Jean Landry for the flowers planted at the War Memorial at the Community Center. Justice of the Peace Leon Bradberry Jr. was recognized and addressed the Council concerning a problem with an access road to the home of Frank and Marie Bradberry. Lee Mallahan the property owner on the west side of the access road has placed cement pillars along the side of the right of way making it impossible for emergency vehicle to gain access to the Bradberry home in case of an emergency. It seems like there is an ownership dispute concerning the access road that has to be settled in order to provide the Bradberry family proper protection in case of a fire or a medical emergency. After a brief discussion it was decided that the Chief of Police and the Building Inspector would meet with Mr. Mallahan to try to resolve the problem. In the mean time the Town will hire Joe Picciola to survey the right of way in order for the Town to take the proper steps to provide the Bradberry family with the lawful passage. A hearing was held on the following proposed ordinance which will be heard at the next regular meeting of May 24, 2016 at which time it will be eligible for adoption: ORDINANC NO. ___ An ordinance amending the Town of Grand Isle operating budget for fiscal year beginning July 1, 2015 and ending June 30, 2016. Police Chief Dubois was recognized and gave the following police report: For the period of April 27 thru May 10, 2016 there were 11 traffic citations issued, 8 medical calls, 3 motor vehicle accidents and 380 call outs; fines collected for the period totaled $1,065.00. The Chief then requested budget appropriations of $57.84 for tools, $1,462.76 for repairs to vehicles and equipment and $313.00 for coffee supplies. The request was approved on a joint motion by the Council. Street Supervisor Chris Hernandez was recognized and reported that a drainage discharge pipe has been received from the Parish and it will be connected to the Bayou Rigaud Drainage Pump. He then reported that Aubrey Chaisson was doing okay after his accident on the grass cutting tractor. Chief Dubois then reported that the person that hit the tractor with his automobile has been charged with multiple offenses. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to appropriate $2,000.00 for repairs and maintenance to vehicles and equipment in the Street Department. The following proposed ordinance was introduced with hearings scheduled for the regular meetings of May 24, 2016 and June 14, 2016 at which time it will be eligible for adoption: ORDINANCE NO. ___ An ordinance superseding Ordinance No. 602 regulating the anchoring in Caminada Pass of vessels with “butterfly” netting systems. The following resolution was jointly offered by the Council: RESOLUTION NO. 2702 A resolution appealing that the State Legislator revisits the tax exemption issue during the special session and consider letting the Commercial Fisher-

Legal advertisement OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION March 9, 2016

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in regular session on Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at 10:30 AM at the Administration Building 16829 East Main Street, Galliano, LA. Vice President Gaudet called the meeting to order and Secretary Cheramie called roll. ATTENDED: Chuckie Cheramie, Kris Gaudet, Ted Savoie, Wilbert Collins, Larry Griffin, John Melancon Jr., Jimmy Guidry, and Ervin Bruce ABSENT: Perry Gisclair Upon motion by Savoie second by Bruce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the minutes for February 17, 2016 regular meeting. Executive Director’s Report Northern Expansion – Engineer Larry Picciola reported Shavers Whittle completed driving all concrete piles for

LAFOURCHE PARISH GOVERNMENT BOARD & COMMISSION VACANCIES 1

Qualified voter residing in the boundaries of Bayou Blue Fire Protection District

Resident or Representative for a corporation owning land within Drainage No. 6 district

Fifth Ward Gravity Drainage District No. 5

Property owner or representative of a corporation owning land in Ward 5

Fire Protection District No. 3

Property taxpayer residing in the boundaries of Fire Protection No. 3 district

Fire Protection District No. 8-A

Property taxpayer residing in the boundaries of Fire Protection No.8-A district

Fire Protection District No. 9

Property taxpayer residing in the boundaries of Fire Protection No.9 district

Head Start Policy Council

Lafourche Parish resident who is familiar with resources and services for low-income children and families

Heroes Monument Commission

Commission Police Officer employed for a minimum of 5 years, qualified voter domiciled outside of Ward 10

Heroes Monument Commission

Fireman that has served for a minimum of 5 years, qualified voter domiciled outside of Ward 10

Heroes Monument Commission

Discharged Veteran of a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and qualified voter domiciled outside of Ward 10

Hospital Service District No. 1

Qualified Voter residing in the boundaries of Hospital Service District No. 1

Lafourche Parish Youth Council

High School Student between the ages of 15-18 residing in one of the following Council District’s listed: 1, 2,3,5,8 & 9

Sewerage District No. 1

Resident residing in the boundaries of Sewerage No. 1 district

South Lafourche Beachfront Development District

Qualified voter and resident of District 1,2,3, or 4

South Lafourche Beachfront Development District

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Bayou Blue Fire Protection District Drainage District No. 6

The deadline for these positions will be Wednesday June 1, 2016 @ 1:00 PM Applications are available at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301 or downloaded from the Lafourche Parish Government website at www.lafourchegov.org/Board_Vacancies.aspx. Applications can be delivered to the attention of Kelli Toups at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301; or mailed to Kelli Toups, P.O. Drawer 5548, Thibodaux, LA 70302.

the deadman for Slip C 800 LF Bulkhead project. They should start driving steel sheets next week depending on the weather. Engineer Picciola reported Blanchard Contractors has completed the access road for the Slip C 950 LF West Bulkhead. Concrete piles are on site and they expect the crane to mobilize next week to start driving piles for deadman. Engineer Joe Picciola reported Slip D Bucket Dredge project is complete and in the lien period. Melancon questioned how the material is settling, which Picciola replied it is drying out good. The maintenance crew should be able to start shaping material by the spring. Picciola reported bids were received on March 1st for the Flotation Canal Hydraulic Dredge project. The lowest bid was from Crosby Dredging for $1,794,464.00 which we recommend awarding later on the agenda. Airport Projects – Engineer Joe Picciola reported the Airport Pump Station project is complete. There is a balancing change order for an additional $11,363.25 for siphon breaker, aluminum drip pan, and timber piles along with the substantial completion certificate later on the agenda for approval. Airport Manager Richard Osborne reported SBL continues to work on the Obstruction Removal project. They did complete the base bid work and they are now working on the alternate work. Executive Director Chiasson requested an update on the FBO, which Osborne reported on the improvements made to the building of painting, repairs, furniture along with repairs to the fueling system. We are receiving good feedback on the service. Other Projects - Engineer Larry Picciola reported the Mooring Dolphins Phase 4 project is complete and in the lien period. Collins questioned the number of dolphins not leased, which Chiasson replied there are 6 in Bayou Lafourche and 3 in Flotation Canal available. Engineer Joe Picciola reported PSC plans to be on site March 14th for the Fourchon Bridge Repair project. The project will take 3 to 4 weeks to complete and we are working with them to get a detailed schedule of any full closures to vehicle and vessel traffic which will be forwarded to Chevron. Engineer Picciola reported the contractor is working on the last 1,000 ft. of base work for the Airport Road Paving project. They should start with asphalt in 2 weeks. Picciola reported the Steel Mooring Piles in Bayou Lafourche is complete with the clear lien later on agenda. Chiasson reported the Assumption of Maintenance Study is still under final review with the Corps office. The Section 203 Feasibility Study agreement with the District Office is later on the agenda for approval. Davie Breaux reported the contractor has started placing dirt fill along the shoulders for the LA 3090 Overlay project. They do have a couple areas that were tested for minor dipping in the asphalt. This is being addressed by DOTD. Update from Restore or Retreat – Simone Maloz stated she is pleased to have Chiasson appointed to ROR Executive Committee. She also expressed the importance of Chiasson being appointed to the Governor’s Advisory Commission. This group reviews projects such as the master plan and the annual plan. By having a seat at that table, means you are one of the first to get information and you have a venue to vet directly to the state which is very important. Maloz reported around 2 weeks ago she toured the Caminada Headland Restoration project along with MPR News and Joni Tuck. She stated that Tuck was recognized in the MPR piece explaining the importance of having coastal restoration protection infrastructure at the Port. The contractor plans to start back pumping along the beach in the next month or so. There are a few other projects that will be starting this spring such as the Caminada back barrier marsh project, West Belle Pass, Elmer’s Island, and a few other existing projects will be starting back. Finally at the end of this month, the official oil spill settlement will be filed in the courts which will start the clock on payments. There will be initial payments to the state through the Restore Act and some parishes may soon see money. Griffin questioned if it was ever discussed of public access to the beach once all the work is complete, which Maloz replied no that would be a series of serious discussions that would be very complicated. The floor was open for public comment. Melissa Cloutet with LMOGA updated the board on the macroeconomic impacts of well control study that was released last month. Industry wants safe operations in the Gulf of Mexico (GOM) however some of the technical provisions in the rule actually increase risk to safety and environment. BSEE estimated the cost of compliance to be $883 million over 10 years however the study estimates it to be $95 billion over 10 years. We believe BSEE’s estimates to be grossly flawed. It will decrease exploration drilling by 55% and reduce GOM production by 35% by 2030. The proposed rule is undergoing final review by White House Office of Management and Budget. Last week, Lori Leblanc with GEST was in DC to meet with OMB to present these findings and request BSEE do a re-analysis of the rule. She also met with congressional delegation for support. Governor Edwards is also supportive. They are preparing an advocacy letter template to have supporters sign and will request that Chiasson sign one as well. She then thanked the board for their partnership and support. Chiasson replied this well control rule could be detrimental during this slow time of oil and gas production. It is important we advocate against some of the harsh rules and make sure it is a regulation that is good for safety and also beneficial to the continuing of drilling and production in GOM. Gaudet commended the candidates who ran in the March election Vhores Trosclair, Jimmy Lafont, and Rodney Gisclair. He then congratulated Lafont and Gisclair on making the run off. Rodney Gisclair addressed the board thanked the people for their vote and announced his candidacy for the April 9th election. Lafont was absent. Councilman Daniel Lorraine questioned if the Port reapplied for a Tiger Grant for the Airport Corridor, which Chiasson replied we applied twice and we will be applying for the third time. Lorraine stated with all the money that was spent on the reports the application should be the same, which Chiasson replied yes the information we received from the past submittals will be used along with the new modeling of traffic. Councilman Lorraine stated that if it is approved it would greatly help out this community. He then thanked the Port for working together with the Parish. Committee Reports

Executive Committee - The committee met on March 7th in Galliano present was Cheramie, Griffin, and Melancon with Gisclair absent. Upon motion by Melancon second Collins, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the tower lease with Verizon Wireless. Upon motion by Collins second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from Grand Isle Shipyard to sublease property on site GLF193 to Dynamic Environmental Services. Upon motion by Bruce second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the agreement with the Corps of Engineer’s District Office for the Section 203 Feasibility Study. Upon motion by Collins second by Savoie, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved advertising for summer employees to hire 6 roustabout workers. Upon motion by Cheramie second by Collins, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from the Corps of Engineers for a Right of Entry to survey jetties in Belle Pass. Permits & Waterways Committee - The committee met on March 7th in Galliano present was Cheramie, Collins, and Griffin with Gisclair absent. Chairman Cheramie presented for the board’s review the permit applications from ExxonMobil Pipeline Company and Bollinger Fourchon. Construction & Development Committee - The committee met on March 7th in Galliano present was Griffin, Savoie, and Bruce with Gisclair absent. Upon motion by Melancon second by Bruce, with no public comment, the

Father’s Occupation Little Johnny was in class and the teacher announced that they were going to try something different to help everyone get to know each other a little better, and to help with their spelling. She explained, “I want you to stand up and give us the occupation of your father, spell it, and say one thing he would give us all if he was here today.”

board awarded the lowest responsive bid of $1,794,464.00 from Crosby Dredging, Inc. for the Flotation Canal Hydraulic Dredge project. The vote resulted in 7 yeas, 1 absent, and 1 abstain by Griffin. Upon motion by Guidry second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved Change Order No. 2 an increase of $11,363.25 from Plaisance Dragline for the Airport Pump Station project. Upon motion by Savoie second by Collins, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Substantial Completion Certificate dated February 26, 2016 from Plaisance Dragline & Dredging for the Airport Pump Station project. Upon motion by Melancon second by Collins, with no public comment, the board unanimously accepted the Clear Lien Certificate from Plaisance Dragline & Dredging for the Steel Mooring Piles in Bayou Lafourche. Finance Committee - The committee met on March 7th in Galliano present was Melancon, Gaudet, and Guidry with Gisclair absent. Upon motion by Melancon second by Bruce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved payment of February invoices and recognized expenditures over $10,000 which total $2,358,999.65. Upon motion by Melancon second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the out of state travel requests from April Danos to attend the AAPA Spring Conference as a speaker in Washington, DC April 5th – 7th, and Chett Chiasson and Joni Tuck to attend the 2016 Offshore Technology Conference in Texas May 1st – 6th. Upon motion by Cheramie second by Collins, the board adjourned the

The first student raised her hand to volunteer. “Marcy,” the teacher said. “You may go first.” Marcy replied, “My father is a banker. B-A-N-KE-R and if he was here today, he would give us all a shiny new penny.” The teacher said, “Very nice, Marcy, who wants to go next?” Kevin stood up and announced, “My father is a baker. B-A-K-E-R and if he

board meeting at 11:07AM.

ATTEST: Perry Gisclair, President Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary 5-18-2016

Legal advertisement OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION March 23, 2016

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in special session on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at 11:00 AM at the Operations Center 108 A.O. Rappelet Road, Port Fourchon, LA. President Gisclair called the meeting to order and Cheramie called roll. ATTENDED: Chuckie Cheramie, Perry Gisclair, Kris Gaudet, Ted Savoie, Wilbert Collins, Larry Griffin, Jimmy Guidry, and Ervin Bruce ABSENT: John Melancon Jr. President Gisclair presented for the board’s consideration the request from PSH Holdings to sublease property on site GLF604 to FCC Environmental Services, LLC. Upon motion by Collins second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the sublease agreement. Upon motion by Cheramie second by Savoie, the board adjourned the special meeting at 11:03AM. ATTEST: Perry Gisclair, President Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary 5-18-2016

was here today, he would give us all a freshly-baked cookie.” “Very good,” the teacher told Kevin. Jeff was next, and he said, “My father is an accountant. A-K, no wait, AC-K, no…” Before he could attempt to spell it once more, the teacher cut him off and told him to sit back down and to think about it for a while. When he thought he knew how to spell it, he could stand back up and try again. Little Johnny raised his hand in excitement hoping to be acknowledged by the teacher. The teacher called on Little Johnny to go next. Johnny said, “My father is a bookie. B-O-O-KI-E and if he was here today, he would give us all 20:1 odds Jeff will never be able to spell accountant.”

LEGAL NOTICE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICE OF CONSERVATION ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION DOCKET NO. ENV 2016-01

Notice is hereby given that the Commissioner of Conservation will conduct a hearing at 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at the Lafourche Parish Government, Mathews Complex, Council Chambers Room, 4876 Hwy 1, Mathews, LA.

At such hearing, the Commissioner, or his designated representative, will hear testimony relative to the application of FCC Environmental Services, LLC, 1610 Woodstead Court, Suite 360, The Woodlands, Texas 77380. The applicant requests approval from the Office of Conservation to construct and operate a commercial transfer station for temporary storage of exploration & production waste (E&P Waste) located at Port Fourchon in Township 23 South, Range 22 East, Section 35 in Lafourche Parish and to transfer said E&P waste to its processing facility located in Theodore, Alabama.

The application is available for inspection by contacting Mr. Daryl Williams, Office of Conservation, Environmental Division, Eighth Floor of the LaSalle Office Building, 617 North 3rd Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Copies of the application will be available for review at the Lafourche Parish Council in Mathews, Louisiana of the Lafourche Parish Public Library in Golden Meadow, Louisiana no later than 30 days prior to the hearing date. Verbal information may be received by calling Mr. Williams at (225) 342-7286.

All interested persons will be afforded an opportunity to present data, views, or arguments, orally or in writing, at said public hearing. Written comments which will not be present at the hearing must be received no later than 4:30 p.m., Thursday July 7, 2016, at the Baton Rouge Office. Comments should be directed to: Office of Conservation Environmental Division P.O. Box 94275 Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70804 Re: Docket No. ENV 2016-01 Commercial Transfer Station Application Lafourche Parish By Order of: Richard P. Ieyoub Commissioner of Conservation Baton Rouge, LA April 26, 2016