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Lafourche Parish students who do not qualify for the free- or reduced-price school lunch program will pay more for their meals this coming school year.

Parents can expect to pay as much as 30 cents per meal.

Elementary students will be charged $1.25 for breakfast and $1.65 for lunch – 30 cents more.

Middle school breakfast prices will be $1.55, while lunch will increase to $1.55 – 20 cents more. High school meals are $1.60 for breakfast and $2.10 for lunch – 10 cents more.

Adult meals will increase by $1, making the new price $5.

According to Lauren Fletcher, director of the disSee Meals Page 8-A

The Gazette will be closed Mon., May 25 for Memorial Day!

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The start of the spring shrimp season Monday brought much anticipation from trawlers and shrimpers. According to Wade Terrebonne, owner of the Leeville Seafood Shed, shrimp are in the small to medium size.

Monday appeared to be an average opening day for the season but the price is also less this year as compared to the price on opening day last year.

Betty Terrebonne hands a bucket of 21-25 shrimp Monday to Wade Terrebonne.

Citizens Insurance considers rate increase

A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of two subjects responsible for an armed robbery last week in which they broke into a Galliano home and tied up the victims during the robbery.

Just after 2:30 a.m. last Wednesday, May 13, deputies responded to an armed robbery reported at a residence in the 100 block of East 150th Street in Galliano. Deputies learned a man and woman were sleeping inside their home when two subjects, who both appeared to be males, wearing masks barged into their bedroom.

One of the masked subjects pointed a gun at the man lying in bed, threatening to shoot him if he moved.

The other stood over the woman brandishing a baseball bat. The two masked subjects then tied up the couple and demanded money. Then they rummaged through the home and stole a safe, an undetermined amount of cash, and several other items of value.

Upon leaving the home, they also stole a sport-utility vehicle from the residence. After the masked subjects left, the man and woman freed themselves and called for help.

Detectives were called to the scene, and through investigation, determined the suspects made entry by breaking a rear window at the residence. Golden Meadow Police discovered the stolen vehicle abandoned on Louviere Lane, after being alerted by a concerned citizen.

See Robbery Page 8-A

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Lafourche policyholders could pay $160 more a year Associated Press

More than 65,000 homeowners in coastal parishes covered by the state’s insurer of last resort could see their rates jump 10 percent after Aug. 16.

Under state law, Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corp. must charge 10 percent more than private insurance companies. However, the state Legislature passed a separate law that exempted a dozen coastal parishes from the added charge. That law expires Aug. 15, unless it is extended.

The Advocate reports the Citizens board voted Thursday to prepare the new rate filing for those parishes, a process that will take roughly two

months.

“If you want my personal opinion as a board member, we should move forward,” said Sen. Dan “Blade” Morrish, R-Jennings.

The law was originally intended to help coastal areas recover after hurricanes Katrina and Rita, he said. But it’s been 10 years since the storms, the exemption is expiring and no bills have been filed in the Legislature to renew the exemption.

That means Citizens is legally obligated to add the 10 percent charge to policies, Morrish said.

See Citizens Page 8-A

US says decade-old Gulf oil leak could last another century ERIC TUCKER and MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — For more than a decade, oil has been leaking into the Gulf of Mexico where a hurricane toppled a drilling company’s platform off the coast of Louisiana. Now the federal government is warning that the leak could last an-

other century or more if left unchecked.

Government estimates obtained by The Associated Press provide new details about the scope of a leak that has persisted since Hurricane Ivan in 2004.

Taylor Energy Co., which owned the platform and a cluster of oil wells, has played down the extent and environmental impact of the leak. The company also maintains that nothing can be done to completely eliminate the chronic oil slicks that often stretch for miles off the Louisiana coast.

Taylor has tried to broker a deal with the government to resolve its financial obligations for the leak, but authorities have rebuffed those overtures and have ordered additional work by the company, according to Justice Department officials who were not authorized to comment by name and spoke on condition of anonymity.

See Oil Leak Page 7-A

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The Lockport American Legion and Auxiliary hosted a “Craft Show/Garage Sale” at the Legion home Saturday.

Bertie Bernucho shows off a Chinese staircase key chain she makes and sells to help out Special Olympics of Terrebonne Parish.

Still in the mood for shopping? The Grand Isle community will once again be sponsoring their annual 7-mile garage sale and craft show this Saturday, May 23 from 8 a.m. till 3 p.m.

The event will be open to home/camp owners and craft people/vendors and will take place at the Grand Isle Port Commission and at participating residents.

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Prices are $5, $8 and $10.

7-mile garage sale slated for Saturday

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Bantam Football to register this week, next

South Lafourche Bantam Football registration will be held on Wednesdays, May 20 and 27 and Thursdays, May 21 and 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Larose Civic Center.

Meeting, pageant to be held May 22, 23

The Miss Bayou Voice for Autism pageant will be held on May 23 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Larose Civic Center.

All contestants must attend a mandatory meeting on May 22 at 6 p.m. The public is invited to attend the pageant. All funds raised will benefit the Autism Society Bayou Chapter. For more information, call Crystal at 985856-7379.

Lionettes to sponsor carwash Saturday

The Golden Meadow Middle School Lionettes will

The Grand Isle Community Development Team will sponsor their annual 7-mile garage sale and craft show on Saturday, May 23 from 8 a.m. till 3 p.m.

The event will be open to home/camp owners and craft vendors and will take place at the Grand Isle Port Commission and at participating residences.

Garage sale packets for house/camps will be sold for $10 each.

Memorial event to be held May 30

The passing of our veterans will be honored on Saturday, May 30 at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Wall on Hwy. 3235 in Galliano.

A lunch will be served beginning at noon and will include hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks.

Twelve local veterans will receive their LA Veterans Honors Medal presented by David LaCerte, Secretary of the Louisiana Dept. of Veterans Affairs.

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Senior commodities to be given out May 27, 28

The Lafourche Council on Aging and Catholic Charities will give out monthly commodities for qualifying seniors 60 years of age and older from 7 to 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 27 at the Cut Off Youth Center and Thursday, May 28 at till Raceland Recreation Center.

Toiletries sought for needy seniors

The Lafourche Council on Aging is collecting items including shampoo, body soap, hand soap, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste and other toiletries in honor of Older American’s Month.

Items will be donated to local, needy senior citizens.

Items can be dropped off at the LCOA office, located at 4876 Hwy. 1, Mathews, (old Walmart building) or at one of the nine senior citizens centers in the parish.

FMI call Chantell at 985-532-0457.

Pet care items, food needed at shelter

The Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter is asking the public to donate muchneeded items including cat litter, cat food and dog food.

Dog and cat toys, treats, paper towels and plain leashes are also welcomed.

Items can be dropped off at any Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office substation along with the Animal Shelter located at 934, Hwy. 3185 in Thibodaux.

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Leadership Lafourche Class of 2015 graduates at NSU The Leadership Lafourche Class of 2015 was recognized at a banquet held in their honor at Nicholls State University on Thursday, May 14.

Gene Gouaux was selected as the Class Speaker by his classmates and shared their Leadership Lafourche experience. Dr. John Doucet, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Nicholls State University and three time Leadership Lafourche Chairman of the Board presided over the diploma ceremony.

Leadership Lafourche is a leadership immersion program designed to train cross-sections of Lafourche residents and workers for productive roles focused on the future and well-being of our parish, institutions, and communities. Graduating its first class in 1993, Leadership Lafourche has trained and inspired hundreds of individuals toward this singular goal, many who have become community leaders.

The Leadership Lafourche Class of 2015 Graduates include: David Boudreaux – Duplantis Design Group Tyler Breaux – Law Office of Ray Collins Serena Bruce – Greater Lafourche Port Commission Joseph Dantin – Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program J.P. deGravelles – Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Chad Doucet – South Lafourche Bank Jason Eiermann – Nicholls State University Rhonda Folse – United

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Community Bank Loralei Gilliam Stephanie Goodnight – John Deere Gene Gouaux – Gouaux Law Firm Andrea Herrington – Ochsner St. Anne General Hospital Renita Jackson – Lafourche Parish Government Bonnie Loker – Thibodaux Regional Medical Center Tosha Mathews – Hampton Inn & Suites Thibodaux Jennifer Morvant – City of Thibodaux Bubba Orgeron – Lafourche Parish School District Janet Rhodus – Launch

Leeville Rocky Rodrigue – Lafourche Parish Government Sarah Rodrigue – Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce John Sutton – Thibodaux Police Department Stephanie Verdin – Nicholls State University Audra Weber – John Deere Jean Wells – Vision Communications For more information on the Leadership Lafourche program, please contact the Lafourche Chamber of Commerce: 985-693-6700, lin@ lafourchechamber.com or lafourchechamber.com.

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good friends, we would study together. Study together? We did everything but! Once again, nobody’s perfect, although mothers come the closest.

Since our friendship dated back to grammar school, his father’s Star Theater was our headquarters. A bus transported people to and from the picture show and we rode it both ways nearly every night discussing baseball, football, food and world domination. (Just kidding).

Our thoughts had not fully focused on girls yet, but they were fast heading in that direction.

Our National Guard years with friends Donald Owens, Ames Savoie, Edmond Rodrigue and Roland Guidry also were memorable. Dick was company clerk, and when he earned an honorable discharge because of bad feet, he recommended me and I got the job —- no more bivouacking or field trips, until one day I raised my hand. I had forgotten the cardinal army rule: “Never volunteer for anything!�

I had enrolled in officers’ training school in Fort Reilly, Kansas. Bad idea! I was promoted to Sgt. anticipating my 2nd Lt. rank, given a squad to train and it was back to bivouacs and field trips.

Goodbye soft desk job.

Enter politics!

Our political adventure began in 1951 with a phone call from Dick. We didn’t have a phone so he called next door at my Uncle Lorris Callais’ house and one of my beautiful cousins, Rosemary, Camille or Bea, or not as beautiful, Lorris, Jr., came to fetch me ‌ I forgot which one. “Lee,â€? he said, “They want me to run for State Representative. What do you think?â€?

I told him, “That’s a good idea, go for it.� And after a brief pause, I asked him, “What’s a state representative?�

You can tell I was very politically astute.

He accepted the invitation and the new “All

“In a Small Pond�

By Leroy Martin

Political Wars,

In the Lafourche Parish Library in Galliano stand three glass exhibits of notable citizens of South Lafourche, Ervin “Vin�

Bruce, Richard “Dick�

Guidry and Leroy “Lee�

Martin. All three are now or were former public officials and two are musicians.

Vin and Dick certainly deserve it and while I am honored, I question my worthiness, but I am proud to say that the exhibits I stand with honor two of the best friends I ever had.

I have often written about Vin in other columns, but being this is the fourth in a “Political Wars� series, today I recall memories of the youngest state representative ever elected in Louisiana history, my friend, Richard “Dick�

Guidry.

He is gone now and is greatly missed for his personality and his political career, during which he secured many benefits for his area and his parish. He was also a good family man with his wife Phyllis, daughters Lisa, Lillian, Phyllis “FiFi� and sons Dennis and David. Another son, Paul, died in a tragic accident years ago. His departed family were parents John L. and Lillian, brothers Lloyd and Robert and sister Rosie,

Pictured are the Cardinals LCO T-ball champions of 2015. Top row, left to right: Abid St.Pierre, Aidan Anselmi, Jay Punch, Jude Bouziga, Carter Callais, Harlan Pellegrin, and Tommy Verdin.

Bottom row, left to right: Isaiah Kidd, Victor Autin, Madix Latiolais, Milton Brelsford, Byron Bruce, and Ryder Bruce.

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all outstanding citizens.

As a businessman, he drilled for oil in Kentucky, had boats built in Spain, was a partner in theaters, The Jet Cinema and Drive In, (anybody remember the Jet ‌ best hot dog chili around, served with mosquitos), an insurance agency and some I probably don’t know about.

He was not always successful, had ups and downs, successes and failures, but always recovered and came back stronger.

That pretty much describes my friend.

Our friendship had many coincidences, one being we both married a Guidry and that worked because his lasted till the end and Dot still tolerates me.

I remember when he and I were in the High School Glee Club. Dick could not carry a note or tune in a bucket so Professor Wilson had him sing bass where he couldn’t do much harm. As Joe E. Brown once said to Tony Curtis in a movie, “Nobody’s perfect�.

Age wise, we were only a month apart, but his transfer from Cut Off High, (now LCO), set him back a year. The reason?

His mother thought that being

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Clockwise, from top left: Vin Bruce, Dick Guidry and Leroy Martin (South Lafourche Library exhibits); Dick Guidry and Leroy Martin at age 12; Leroy Martin, Fort Reilly, Kansas 1950; Dick Guidry, Inductee La. Political Hall Of Fame, 2014; Dick and young family; wedding day 1951; and Dick and Leroy at age 19.

Parish� ticket was completed to battle the incumbent “Old Regulars�. We had joined the political battle of

1952 and the conflict was about to begin. “Lay on McDuff, and damn he who cries ‘hold,

enough’�. (Shakespeare) BYE NOW!

Comments are welcomed at: leroymartin1929@gmail.com

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“There is still more that can be done by Taylor to control and contain the oil that is discharging” from the site, says an Interior Department fact sheet obtained by the AP. Federal regulators suspect oil is still leaking from at least one of 25 wells that remain buried under mounds of sediment from an underwater mudslide triggered by waves whipped up by Hurricane Ivan.

A Taylor contractor drilled new wells to intercept and plug nine wells deemed capable of leaking oil. But a company official has asserted that experts agree the “best course of action ... is to not take any affirmative action” due to the risks of additional drilling.

An AP investigation last month revealed evidence that the leak is far worse than Taylor, or the government, has publicly reported during a secretive response to the slow-motion spill.

The AP’s review of more than 2,300 Coast Guard pollution reports since 2008 showed a dramatic spike in sheen sizes and oil volumes since Sept. 1, 2014. That reported increase came just after federal regulators held a workshop last August to improve the accuracy of Taylor’s slick estimates and started sending government observers on a Taylor contractor’s daily flights over the site.

Presented with AP’s findings, the Coast Guard provided a new leak estimate that is about 20 times greater than one recently touted by the company. In a February 2015 court filing, Taylor cited a year-old estimate that oil was leaking at a rate of less than 4 gallons per day.

A Coast Guard fact sheet says sheens as large as 1.5 miles wide and 14 miles long have been spotted since the workshop.

Since last September, the estimated daily volume of oil discharged from the site has ranged from roughly 42 gallons to 2,329 gallons, with a daily average of more than 84 gallons.

Some experts have given far greater estimates of the leak’s extent. Based on satellite imagery and pollution reports, the watchdog group SkyTruth estimates between 300,000 and 1.4 million gallons have spilled from the site since 2004, with an annual average daily leak rate between 37 and 900 gallons.

Marylee Orr, executive director of the Louisiana Environmental Action Network, said Taylor must be held responsible for stopping the leak “even if it takes 100 years.”

“Every American citizen deserves to feel 100 percent confident that the response to this incident was rapid, effective and protective of the environment — and I don’t think we see that at this point,” said Orr, whose group is a plaintiff in a lawsuit filed against Taylor by the New York City-based Waterkeeper Alliance.

In 2008, Taylor set aside hundreds of millions of dollars to pay for leak-related work as part of a trust agreement with the Interior Department. The company says it has spent tens of millions of dollars on its efforts to contain and halt the leak, but it hasn’t publicly disclosed how much money is left in the trust. The company sold all its offshore

leases and oil and gas interests in 2008, four years after founder Patrick Taylor died, and is down to only one full-time employee.

Justice Department officials say the company approached the government concerning the trust fund, but they declined to discuss the terms of its proposal.

Federal agencies responded that more work was needed, including installing a more effective containment dome system, the officials said.

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company’s proposed resolutions involved trying to recoup money that was still in the trust, but those overtures were rejected. Federal officials declined to comment on the status of any negotiations.

A spokesman for the company declined to comment Friday.

In response to AP’s investigation, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson last month called on federal officials to disclose technical data and other information about the leak. A spokesman for the Florida

Democrat said Nelson had confirmed with the Interior Department that Taylor “was formally asking to be excused from any further cleanup costs.”

“This case illustrates how hurricanes and oil rigs don’t mix,” Nelson said in a statement. “And I’m going to keep doing everything I can to make sure the Interior Department holds this company accountable.” ____ Kunzelman reported from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Associated Press writer Alicia A. Caldwell in Washington contributed to this report.

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Robbery

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As detectives continue to investigate this case, they are now asking for the public’s assistance in hopes of identifying the two unknown subjects.

Anyone with any information on this case is asked to contact Crime Stoppers Bayou Region at 1-800-743-7433 or by texting “GIVEATIP” plus your message to 274637. Tips can also be submitted using the TipSubmit Mobile application or online at www.crimestoppersbr.org Tipsters will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash if the information given leads to an arrest.

Meals

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trict’s child nutrition program, approximately 60 percent of the entire Lafourche public school student body participates

in the free- or reduced-cost program.

Fletcher said the National School Lunch Program helps subsidize a portion of the deficit between dollars collected for the meals and the actual amount spent making them.

Currently, 55 percent of the Lafourche public school student body receives free meals. Five percent are enrolled in the reduced-price program.

Fletcher said 20 percent of the district’s student population pays the full price to eat breakfast and lunch.

The remaining students bring meals from home or opt out of the school program, she said.

According to a report in the Daily Comet, Fletcher said the school district served 2.5 million meals last school year.

Lafourche spent on average $4.26 to produce each meal. The cost, the nutrition director said, includes ingredients as well

as maintenance and labor.

Fletcher said each lunch, for example, was sold at a loss of $1.26 per meal.

The district spent more than $1.5 million to support the meal program, Fletcher said.

Citizens

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Citizens Chief Financial Officer Steve Cottrell said if the Legislature extends the exemption, Citizens won’t implement the new rates.

But Citizens has to prepare now to be ready by August.

The additional 10 percent will hit hardest in Orleans and Jefferson parishes, which account for more than half of Citizens’ homeowner’s policies.

In Orleans, Citizens’ 19,294 homeowner’s customers would see their rates increase an average of $224 a year. Jefferson’s 16,319 policyholders would see rates rise by $208. St. Tammany’s 3,624 policyholders’ rates would increase by $157.

The other average increases by parish are Iberia, 2,860 policyholders, $114; Lafourche, 4,971 policyholders, $160; Plaquemines, 950 policyholders, $232; St. Bernard, 2,172 policyholders, $177; St. Mary, 2,134 policyholders, $122; Terrebonne, 6,699 policyholders, $162; Calcasieu, 2,890 policyholders, $104; Cameron, 465 policyholders, $213; and Vermilion, 2,804 policyholders, $116.

DOTD to close sections of LA Hwy. 308 for repairs LA 308 approximately 5 miles north of the intersection of the LA 182 Bayou Lafourche Bridge Crossing in Raceland, will be closed to vehicular traffic starting Monday, May 25th, at 7:00 a.m.., through Friday, May 29th at 5:00 p.m.. This location along LA 308 will be continuously closed to traffic, 24 hours per day throughout that period.

The closure to vehicular traffic is needed in order to allow LADOTD’s contractor to remove and replace the existing 30” X 60’ crossdrain pipe under an Emer-

gency Contract.

The alternate routes around this location along LA 308 is as follows; LA 308 Northbound Traffic from Raceland: LA 308 northbound to LA 182 (bridge crossing) in Raceland, then to LA 1 northbound to the St. Charles St. bridge in the St. Charles community, then to LA 308 northbound to Thibodaux.

LA 308 Southbound Traffic from Thibodaux: LA 308 Southbound to the St. Charles St. bridge crossing in St. Charles, then to LA 1 southbound to Raceland,

then LA 182 (bridge crossing) in Raceland, to LA 308 Southbound to Lockport.

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LeBlanc named women’s coach at Centenary Arrest reports Gazette Sports Reports

new challenge. He said that the opportunity to run his own program is a dream come true. “I’m approaching this challenge with a great deal of excitement. There’s no doubt about it,� LeBlanc said. “I’ve been here a while, and I think I have a pretty good handle on the things that we need. So I’m really ready to hit the ground running and do everything that I can to try and get things going smoothly here and to turn this thing around into the future.�

Coaching is a family affair for the LeBlanc family.

So is basketball. In addition to Rene LeBlanc, Justin’s identical twin brother Jack is also a coach. He is the current boys’ basketball coach and Athletic Director at North Vermilion High School.

Justin was also a heck of a player, enjoying a standout prep career as a Tarpon before going to Millsaps, where he lettered for four-straight seasons. Millsaps is also where LeBlanc cut his teeth in coaching, having served as an assistant with the program immediately after he

The Centenary women’s basketball team didn’t win a single game last season, posting a winless 0-24 record throughout its season.

To fix its maladies and to get jump-started toward a brighter future, they’ve turned to a Larose native, South Lafourche graduate and upstart coach who is quickly rising up the ranks within the game.

Centenary announced in mid-April that it had hired Larose native Justin LeBlanc to be the team’s next head women’s basketball coach. The move marks the first head-coaching gig for the longtime collegiate assistant coach, who is the grandson of the late Rene LeBlanc, the former LCO and South Lafourche basketball coach who dominated the local sports scene from 1956-77.

LeBlanc was previously an assistant coach with Centenary’s men’s team, helping lead the Gents to some of their most successful years in recent memory.

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do with his life once he wasn’t blessed with the ability to play competitively any longer. “I always wanted to do this. I always wanted to be in this position,� LeBlanc said. “As a kid, I always wanted to be a coach, even from a pretty young age. As soon as I got out of college, I just jumped right in, so it’s something that I knew I wanted, and something that I was blessed enough to make happen.�

With Centenary, it would appear that there is nowhere to go but up, as the program has struggled mightily in the win/loss column over the past several seasons.

But the challenge and grind of taking a team from the ground and building them into a contender is why LeBlanc said he pulled the trigger and agreed to coach the team.

Centenary College AD Ronda Seagraves said she has no doubt LeBlanc will be a huge success, pointing to his work in helping rebuild the Gents’ men’s basketball team as a sign to his talent and ability. “He understands the culture of excellence, as well as what it takes to get better to compete each day in practice and games,� Seagraves said in a pre-released statement at the time of LeBlanc’s hiring. “I look forward to watching our women’s basketball team be competitive and successful in the very near future.�

LeBlanc currently resides in Shreveport with his wife Caroline and son Jackson.

The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty.

MAY 14, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Patrick Joseph Price, 31, Thibodaux. Theft of goods (felony).

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Robert Lee Davis, 36, Galliano.

Theft of goods, enter/remain after being forbidden-immovable structure.

Annie Eldridge Cano, 33, Altonia, PA. Theft, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, indecent behavior w/juveniles (felony).

Shawn Paul Richard, 37, Raceland. Simple burglary-immovable structure.

Allan Naquin, 23, Houma. Obscenity.

Louisiana State Police Jordan L. Creppel, 23, Galliano.

Hit and run.

Patrick Gilton, 34, Labadieville.

Failure to drive on right side of road, driver must be licensed, hit and run.

MAY 15, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Keith Schexnayder, 43, Thibodaux. Fugitive of St. James Parish.

Toby Paul LeBlanc, 37, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts).

Javonte Markese Thompkins, 20, Raceland. Contempt of court (4 cts), poss. w/intent to dist. marijuana.

Gregory Burden, 31, Raceland.

Contempt of court.

Kristy Williams, 38, Thibodaux. Issuing worthless checks.

Trevor Romero, 20, Cut Off. Contempt of court (3 cts), poss. of meth. less than 28 grams.

Louisiana State Police Donald Danos, Jr., 50, Cut Off. Speeding, failure to register vehicle, contempt of court (2 cts).

Thibodaux Police Department Melinda Fisher, 18, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court (2 cts).

Johnny Junius Thomas, 45, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery.

MAY 16, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Hunter Hymel, 41, White Castle, LA. Simple battery.

Blake Bourgeois, 23, Larose. DAB w/child endangerment.

Steven Duncan, 31, Schriever. Aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon.

Drake Boudreaux, 21, Lockport.

Contempt of court (3 cts), theft, scdtp.

Tyrone Reed, 56, Raceland. Contempt of court.

Jassumen Price, 21, Raceland.

Contempt of court.

Lockport Police Department Robert Barlow, 43, Raceland. Violation of protective order.

Louisiana State Police Joe Ledet, 35, Houma. DWI 2nd offense, driving under suspension for prior DWI, driver left of center.

Thibodaux Police Department Rayvar Thomas, 24, Thibodaux.

DAB w/child endangerment, unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling, dab.

Aggravated assault, child endangerment.

MAY 17, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Julio Castro, 61, Lockport. Aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon (3 cts), obscenity, domestic abuse battery, domestic abuse battery aggravated as-

sault.

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Jordan Picou, 22, Lockport. Fugitive, violation of probation/parole.

Tylor Hotard, 20, Raceland. Contempt of court.

Alton Brown, 31, Raceland. Contempt of court.

Cody Simmons, 18, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court.

Gernica Bradles, 20, Houma.

Fugitive.

Thibodaux Police Department Joshua Coler, 27, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court.

Jazz Joshua Thomas, 29, Thibodaux. Contempt of court, operating a ve-

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hicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses, DWI 2nd offense.

Kentrell Pharagood, 38, Thibodaux. Violation of protective orders.

Carlton Wagner, 27, Thibodaux.

Fugitive.

Betty Langs, 56, Thibodaux. Contempt of court.

Illinois Crosby, 30, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court.

Jazz Thomas, 29, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court, DWI 2nd offense, operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses.

Trelyn Inez Walker, 26, Schriever.

Contempt of court.

Golden Meadow Middle School extends thanks to the Knights of Columbus for their donation.

Pictured are Jacob Verdin-Grand Knight, Rebecca CheramieGMMS Secretary, and Dale Terrebonne-Tootsie Roll Chairman.

Lafourche Volunteers for Family and Community recently visited the Broadway Nursing Home. While there, they served cake and custard they donated to the residents.

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HOMES

House For Sale: 4 br, 2.5 baths, kitchen, living rm, utility rm, workshop, outdoor kitchen. Sits on 3 lots, fenced in. Asking $190,000, furnished.

FMI call 985-6379350. _________________ House in Galliano For Sale By Owner: 4 br, 2 ba, living rm, plus family rm/den.

Total sq ft 2469. New 80 gallon water heater, new heater fan, new electrical box w/new breakers and new ac unit, stainless steel appliances, lg. shop w/boat shed.

Asking $190,900. Call 985-258-7072. _________________ 2-Story Camp For Sale on Grand Isle: 4 br, 2 ba, outdoor kitchen and wrap around porch. Call 985-533-6315. _________________ House For Sale: 122 S. Dominique St., Gheens. 3 br, 2 ba.

Market value $108,000, asking $98,500. Call 985696-4452. _________________ House For Sale: 240 Airport Rd., Galliano.

2,131 sq ft, lot 150x173. 3 br, 2 ba, kitchen/cleaning rm, living rm, office, play rm, wash rm, storage rm, fenced in back yard w/shed. FMI call 985-637-7325. _________________ House For Sale By Owner, 3 br, 1 ba, 1100 sq ft, lot 50x150, refrig., stove, dishwasher, w/d included.

Good neighborhood.

Asking $95,000. Call 985-691-4428. _________________ House For Sale By Owner: 337-5172341 or 337-5172340.

Golden Meadow. 3 br, 2 ba, home, 1840 sq ft on piers, lot 146’x120’, carport, garage/workshop, municipal sewerage, No owner financing, No rent to own. _________________

House For Sale: 3 br plus bonus room, 1 ba, lg. kitchen, dining rm, lg. yard, newly remodeled, Cut Off area.

Asking $125,000. Call 985665-7375. _________________

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Office Building For Lease: Great location for an attorney, realtor, bookkeeper, insurance agent, notary, cosmetologist, nail tech, etc. Call to see this beautiful 2 person office or 3-station hair salon w/parking. This is an excel. location on LA 1 in the center of Cut Off. Available in May. Don’t wait! Call 985-691-3290 or 985691-1317. _________________ Office For Lease: LA 1 near Cut Off Church, approx. 1000 sq ft, $500/dep, $500/mth. FMI call 985-258-6277. _________________ Lawn Care Business For Sale, established 2010, reliable clientel & served multiple years. Customers accounts hand-off, complete commercial lawn care equip., 6’x12’ enclosed cargo trailer.

Call John at 760-2185725. _________________

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Land For Sale in Jonesville, LA. Larto Lake Water Front Property. 213 on water, sportsmen paradise, amazing sunset, sewer & dock permit included, along with elevation certificate. Asking $35,000.

Call 985-691-1178. _________________ Land For Sale: Raw land, approx.

631’x102’ near levee between W. 163rd and W. 164th St., Galliano. Call 985-6410083. _________________

Lot For Sale: 100x159, 15850 sq ft, Lot #8, Old Safari Heights Subd., Asking $15,500. Call 985278-1480. _________________

FOR RENT

Duplex For Rent, Lockport area: 2 br, 1 ba, water pd. $775/mth, $500/dep.

Call 985-677-0915. _________________ Trailer For Rent in Larose, 3 br, 1 ba, private lot, unfurnished, no pets. $700/mth, $500/dep. Call 985278-0838. _________________

FOR RENT Mobile Homes, Cabins, Campers and Lots - with Laundromat & Store. Campers for Sale - lease purchase or cash.

De Renta: Trailas solares y campers con Lavenderia y tienda Hispana para servirles mejor.

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New Construction For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, Leeville, $3,200/mth, 13 mth. lease. Includes water, boat slip, furn.. Omni Realty Advisors 225-4134414. _________________ Brick Home For Rent: Lockport area, 1-2 br, $800/mth, plus deposit. Taking applications. Call 985665-9538. _________________ Trailer For Rent in Galliano: 2 br, no pets, clean quiet mature adults only. $700/mth, $300/dep.

Call 985-475-6386. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, furnished, utilities pd., grass cut. $700/mth, $500/dep. Call 985696-0818. _________________

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

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

MLS 116370: Located on Alex Plaisance Blvd. in Golden Meadow, this property is 16,536 sqft. It was once used to store frozen seafood and as a warehouse and office. All equipment is included. Lot is 190’ x 578’. Great location! $1,250,000.

MLS 116383: 21118 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. Located just north of the flood gates.

This property was once a church and is now converted into a bunk house that can house 40 people. It’s 4,188 sqft. and sits on a 266’ x 841’ lot. $500,000.

MLS 116384: 139 Joe Brown Rd., Lockport. This property sits on 43 acres with warehouse and office space totaling 188,894 sqft. It has 300,000 sqft. of Limestone and 125,000 sqft. of concrete parking. It has 5,900 ft. of chain link fencing and includes a guest house. There is plenty of room for expansion or rental space. $3,200,000.

House For Rent: Fully furn., 3 br. 2 ba, executive home available for weekly or monthly rentals. Includes linens, kitchen equip., appliances, TV’s and all utilities, including internet & cable. Call 985-2781136. _________________ For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, ac, w/d, stove, refrig, no pets, no smoking.

Jefferson St., Golden Meadow. $800/mth, $400/dep. Call 985258-9615. _________________ Cote Blanche Connection Apts. Hwy. 3161, Cut Off. For Rent spacious 2 br, 1 ba, apt., full kitchen, w/d included, pets w e l c o m e d . $1000/mth. See pics at coteblancheapartments.com. Call Bill at 985-325-5626 FMI. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 br, 1 b, w/appl., w/d, huge yard, shed, water pd., Galliano area. Available May 27th. Call 985-291-1545 or 985677-2975. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, no pets, Galliano area. $750/mth, $750/dep. Must have references. Call 985278-8974. _________________

AUTOS

2008 Gray Ford F150 STX For Sale: 2 door semi-cab, good cond., mileage 38,299, loaded. If int. call 985-258-6558. _________________

MOTORCYCLES

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

BOATS

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

FMI call 985-6911479. _________________ Boat For Sale: VIP Bay Stealth 1880 Center Console Bay Boat, w/71 lb. thrust, 24 volt trawling motor w/Yamaha 150, 2 stroke engine w/90 hrs, 3 brand new batteries, mint cond. $15,000 OBO. Call 985-632-8832. _________________

Fishing Vessel L & M For Sale: 47x16, steel hull. FMI call 985-6914008. Asking $50,000. _________________ 17’ Bay Liner For Sale: boat /motor /trailer.

Asking $12,000 OBO. Call 985-691-4273. _________________

MERCHANDISE

55 gallon drums for sale with lid. $20 each. Call 985-2919490 FMI. _________________ 9 foot Lifting A Frame For Sale with 2 ton chain fall, $600; new front & rear bumpers for 2014 Chevy 3500 Dually pick up truck, $300 ea. Call 985-6917267, leave message. _________________ King Size Sleigh Bed Frame For Sale: Mahogany wood, only 4 yrs. old, great cond., pd. $1,000, asking $450, call 985-6965880 or 985-6964687; also Kirby “Sentria” Vacuum Homecare System For Sale w/carpet shampooer & attachments, owners manual & receipt, pd. over $2,000, barely used, 2 yrs. old. Asking $400. Call or 985696-4687. _________________ Hospital Bed For Sale-$250, bedside commode-$20, shower chair-$50, walker-$20, adult diapers-$10 a pack. Call 985-632-3899. _________________ Sofa Sleeper For Sale w/2 matching rocker recliners. Call 985-693-7832. _________________ Foundation Cement Blocks For Sale: $3 ea. They have about 20, 2 sizes. Call 985696-8283. _________________ Double Crypt For Sale: Located in Sacred Heart Garden Mausoleum #5 at St. Joseph Walk, crypt #25 Tire B. $6500.

Call 985-860-7159. _________________ Plastic Pallets For Sale: $10 ea. or $8 ea. for 15 or more.

985-693-7229 FMI. _________________

GARAGE SALES

7-Mile Grand Isle Garage Sale & Craft Show: Sat. May 23, from 8 am to 3 pm.

FMI call 225-9759093. _________________

Louisiana Leisure Resort

If you are a group of employees working in the local area and are looking for Cajun hospitality then come see us at Louisiana Leisure Resort 18076 HWY 3235. Sites and Cabins for rent.

Ammenities included. 3 miles from Walmart.

15 miles from Fourchon. We offer Company Packages for all the hard workers out there.

Please call Crystal or Gina for more info.

985-325-4006

UNITS AVAILABLE NOW!

MLS 116391: 22801 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. This property was the Louisiana Shrimp & Packing Co. This huge building is 36,613 sqft., it has work areas, cooler storage, freezer storage, shipping and receiving docks, fuel service dock, 120 ton ice plant, a 1200 ft. dock along Bayou Lafourche and much more! $3,000,000.

MLS 115650: Located in Larose on the East side of Hwy. 3235, Approximately 1.7 acres with 273 ft. of road frontage, land is cleared with a dirt pad already in place, great location. $80,000.

MLS 112971: Located down E. 90th St. in Galliano this 19 acre piece has 1200 ft. of frontage on E. 90th St. It is unrestricted, currently used as a hay pasture. $195,000.

MLS 112503: This property is located on the east side of Hwy. 3235. 96’ road frontage. $100,000.

HELP WANTED

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. _________________ Environmental / LDAR Technician: Self motivated individual with strong computer skills, detail oriented, and ability to work unsupervised and follow directions.

Successful candidate will work in plant setting and conduct environmental monitoring within Oil/Gas and Petrochemical facilities. Some travel required with short overnight stays. On the job training provided. Send resume to encos@encos.net or fax to 225-7524208 _________________

MLS 114683: This metal building on a slab is located at 19291 Hwy. 308 in Golden Meadow. It is currently being used as storage. It has plenty of parking and a 40’ x 25’ covered parking area. It also includes a bayouside with a new dock for loading and unloading boats. It’s an unrestricted zone on an 86’ x 165’ lot and is great for a boat company. $125,000 MLS 108857: Over 3 acres of unrestricted property with a limestone base. Over 1,000 ft. of road frontage. Located by new lift bridge in Larose, south of Intracoastal.

Prime location with quick access to Hwy. 3235. $1.2 million. Possible lease option available.

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

IH Technician – Successful candidate shall posses the following skills: Ability to communicate between the CIH and Compliance Manager, strong clerical and writing skills, familiar with IH sampling and sampling protocols, must be able to work shifts when necessary. Please submit resume to FAX (225) 752-4208. _________________

Superior Shipyard in Golden Meadow is currently seeking a Full Time Billing Clerk. Basic functions: compiling, analyzing & recording bills; preparing & issuing invoices, credit memos, & providing customer service. Responsible for issuing monthly statements, keeping customer files updated with current invoices, bills & contact information.

Qualifications: 3+ years of general accounting exp. Must be detail oriented, have a keen knowledge of mathematics & finances, a good understanding of computers & of billing software programs.

Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel), Outlook, Power Point), Windows operating software & performing basic Internet searches, using email, etc. is required.

Typing exp. is also required. The ability to speak, read, write and communicate the English language fluently as well as prepare letters, and documents, etc., is required. Apply in person/mail resume to Superior Shipyard, 20987 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow, La 70357 or e-mail resume to bmartin@superiorship yard.com _________________ Joe’s Septic has immediate openings for Class B CDL Driver with excavator & backhoe exp. Health & retirement benefits included. Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off, LA 70345 between 9 am – 2 pm. Any questions call 985-632-5592. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________

Verret Street Street 1011 Verret Louisiana 70360 Houma, Louisiana (985) 868-7554

*Programs available only to qualified borrowers. Rates and programs subject to change without notice. apply. FHA = Federal Housing Administration. V A=V eterans Administration Underwriting terms and conditions apply.

VA Veterans

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LOOKING FOR WORK

17 Yr, Old Girl Looking for a Babysitting Job from May 25 – August. Call 985-3607315. _________________

Classified Ads start at $5.50 per issue!

Call 985-693-7229 to place yours today!

Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars

Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!

985-637-0164 Call Brad Watson

Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Rd., Fourchon (NAPA, Next Door to Truck Stop) Must meet TWIC Card requirements & have Driver’s License.

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

WE NEED

YOU!

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

The Old Kief Hardware LA Hwy. 1, Galliano

400,000

7,632 sqft. Plenty parking plus bayouside property

Old Rouse’s Shopping Center

516 Justin, St. in Lockport

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

THIBOD THIBODAUX AUX OFFICE anal Street, Street, Suite Suite 6 1054 C Canal ouisiana 70301 TThibodaux, hibodaux, LLouisiana (985) 446-7655

S u p e r i o r Shipyard is looking for an Equipment Mechanic with experience on heavy machinery. Apply in person at 20987 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow, LA 70357 or send resume to tcreel@superiorshipyard.com. Must be able to maintain and repair misc. yard equipment.

Scheduled days cover Monday - Friday. Weekends and holidays are required. Competitive pay - DOE, and benefits. Superior Shipyard offers competitive pay, health and other benefits.

Stock Person

$

HOUM HOUMA A OFFICE

Joe’s Environmental has immediate openings for Class A CDL Drivers. X-Endorsement & Hazmat required.

Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. Apply within hours of 9 am till 2 pm & the contact number is 985-6325592. _________________ Triple Son Farm Transport is accepting applications for Exp. CDL 18 Wheeler Driver. Offering pd. vacation, health ins., 401K. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 W. Main, Cut Off. _________________ A local business is hiring a Personnel Manager. Competitive wage coupled with an excel. benefit package. Send resume to personnelmanager303@gmail.c om _________________

(Free transportation to and from work)

Your Y our Home L Lending ending Exp Experts. er ts.

L Lending ending the W Way. ay.

Hiring Now: Heavy Equipment Operator-excavator, dozer, dump truck/tractor.

Exp. required. Must be able to work 6 days a week. Call BlandCo at 985-632-1171. _________________ Special Education District No. 1 “The Center” is seeking employees for its Waiver Programs in the South Lafourche area. Great pay, overnight, afternoon and evening shifts available. Applications can be picked up at 5510 W. Ave. D, W. 55th St., between the May 12 & May 27, anytime between 8 am – 2 pm. FMI call 985-632-5671. _________________ Lafourche Parish Fire District #3 is accepting applications for the following career positions: Firefighter/Operator.

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

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

Please apply in person at Fire Central, 17462 W. Main, Cut Off. Need more information contact Codi Collins or Jada Pitre at 985-632-8068. _________________ Louisiana Marine Towing, LLC now hiring 100-Ton Captain.

Must have towing endorsement & exp. pushing 6 barges.

E m a i l : Laura.Adams70345@ gmail.com or call 985691-1229. _________________ SBL Construction LLC, has an immediate opening for a CDL Class A Driver & Operator. FMI call Frank at 985-665-1220. _________________ Tower Loan of Cut Off: Positions available – Cashier & Manager Trainees. Call 985-632-7300 for appt. or fax resume to 985-632-7305. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________

Fourchon and Cut Off Locations

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE

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Fax: 985-693-8282

www.thelafourchegazette.com

is now accepting applications for a Full Time

MLS 113943: This property is located off Hwy. 308 down Emile Dr. in Lockport. 400 x 104. Restricted. $65,000.

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

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

Clerical/Sales Person Needed for an Insurance Agency in the South Lafourche area. Send resume to: Help Wanted, P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________

K-Mar Supply

Daily Comet

MLS 108857: This property is located on Hwy. 308 near the new bridge in Larose. It has 3.3 acres and over a 1,000 ft. of road frontage, plenty of room for multiple businesses. This is one of the best locations available.

MLS 113721: Old Rouse’s Shopping Center located at 516 Justin, St. in Lockport.

17,940 sqft. plus cement parking lot and adjoining vacant land included, new roof. $299,000.

Garage Sale: Thurs.

May 21, 8 am to 2 pm at 143 W. 136th St., Cut Off. Ladies clothes, men’s clothes, girl’s clothesAmerican Eagle brand jeans & uniform pants sz 2, knick knacks, baby boy clothes, twin bed w/frame, full sz. sheets, TV & VCR combo, shoes, Betty Boop stuff. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs.

May 21, 7 am to 5 pm at 203 JoAnn Dr., Cut Off. Lots of clothes, baby items & much more. _________________ Yard Sale: May 22 & 23, 7 am to 1 pm at 114. W. 217th St., Galliano. Lots of everything. Early birds call 985-278-4729. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs.

May 21 at 324 E. 36th St., 8 am to 1 pm.

Clothes, figurines, dishes, printers & more. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. & Fri., May 21 & 22 at 187 W. 137th St., 8:30 am to 3 pm. Lots of baby clothes /women clothes, some men’s clothes. _________________

Office: 985-693-7229

American Realty USA

299,000

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NEW RO

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

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

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

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

QHSE Superintendent Full Time Position

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

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

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

Applications can be found online at

www.crosbytugs.com

or can be filled out at our main office.

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

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

CLASSIFIED ADS SERVICES

For Bookkeeping, Payroll, Tax Services, Monthly and Quarterly Reports, etc., call Trosclair Bookkeeping and Tax Services, LLC at 985258-8236. _________________ Full/Part Time Child Care, Larose area. 7 days a wk., affordable rates, flexible hrs., CPR/First Aid Certified. 985-258-1343. _________________ 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. _________________ Dufrene’s Lawn Care & More Lawn care, tree trimming, pressure washing, painting, etc. For all your handy man needs call Dufrene’s.

No job too big or too small. We do it all.

Just call 985-6860112. Leave message if no answer. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc.

No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________ I Do Babysitting In My Home in Lockport. FMI call 985227-1936. _________________

Scott’s Coastal Windows **SPECIAL** Buy 8 or more windows and get 1 free!

Replacement Windows & Doors Repairs Free Estimates Owner: Nick Scott, Window & Door Installer, Licensed & Insured.

Call Us Today!

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

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

985-991-1881

Trey LaBove, owner.

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

Must have piano/keyboard for home practice.

Call 985-209-3478. _________________ DRAIN PROBLEMS? Call LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.

985-991-1881

Trey LaBove, owner.

Vinny’s Handy Service: No job too big or too small. Free estimates. Call Vincent Guidry at 985-2780210. _________________ 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. _________________ Need A Plumber?

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

Visit SPBLA.com for an update roster of licensed plumbers. _________________ Swimming Lessons

Certified swimming instructor Lisa Breaux - over 25 years experience working with adults and children of all ages.

FMI 985-637-1138 _________________ 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. _________________

Ray’s Radiator 314 Chennault Street Morgan City, LA 70380

• Repair, Recondition & Rebuild • In House Sales & Service • Oil / After / Inner Coolers, Radiator • Heat Exchangers, Keel Coolers

985-384-1873

Prayer Meeting Saturday, May 23 7:30 - 8:30 AM Jack’s Exxon In the Garage

14807 West Main Cut Off, LA

Hate To Paint? Call Color Creation! Indoor /Outdoor painting.

New or old construction.

Reasonable rates. Call 985-2589591. _________________ Swimming Lessons: Teacher certified in lifesaving, swimming & CPR. Yrs. of exp. dealing with children of all levels of swimming, including beginners. Children must be potty trained.

Heated pool. Summer session-lessons taught morning or afternoon during June & July. Classes for adult ladies are also offered. FMI call Mona at 985-693-7040. _________________ Curry’s Painting Services New construction, remodels, interior-exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Exp. Call 985-258-0465 or 985-258-6414. _________________

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. _________________ Using The Gazette’s dumpster, located across from the office is not allowed! Also, do not dump peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property. _________________

MEMORIALS

Happy Birthday & Happy Father’s Day DUMAS CHERAMIE Sunrise: 5-21-1923 Sunset: 5-14-1985 It’s been 30 years that God called you home.

We miss you more and more everyday.

Sadly Missed By, Wife, Children, Grandkids ______________

OBITUARIES

LaBove Plumbing

LMP 7038 Gas • Water • Sewer 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.

985-991-1881

Trey LaBove, owner. _________________

Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc.

Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children ages infant to school age.

Call 985-696-2901, ask for Lee. _________________ Need Your Grass Cut? Call Vince at 985-278-2132, I have a lg. lawn mower for lg. & sm. yards. Also call 985-693-4839 or 985-209-6654 if you need some ironing done. I iron for out. _________________ Doug’s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. Douglas A Plaisance, Owner / Operator.

985-637-8633 _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work.

Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed.

Call 985-258-0465. _________________

PETS

Free Kittens to good home. Call 985-2789905. _________________ Male Dog Found on Ridgewood in Golden Meadow.

Small black long hair with white under neck, looks like Pekinese mix wearing pink harness. Call 985-6961007. _________________

LAURA EISKINA Laura Lee Loupe Eiskina, 65, a native of Raceland and a resident of Lockport passed away on Friday, May 15, 2015.

Visitation was held from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Mathews, and from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 20, at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday, at Holy Savior Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Raymond “T-Ray” Eiskina, Jr.; sons, Eugene Paul Eiskina (Melinda), Ray Michael Eiskina (Bridget), Jared Eiskina (Janine); daughters, Evelyn Eiskina, Adelle Eiskina; brothers, Davis Loupe, Jr. and wife Loretta, Clifton Loupe and wife Vicky, John Loupe and wife Lynn; sisters, Elizabeth Parks and husband Harvey, Deanna Autin and husband Paul, Rosalie Johnston, Marie Simpson and husband Jose’, Rosemary Orgeron; 10 grandchildren 1 great grandchild; 2 step grandchildren and 3 step great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Davis Loupe, Sr. and Evelyn Breaux Loupe.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

ALICE MELANCON Alice Vega Melancon, 79, a native and resident of Cut Off passed away May 17, 2015.

Visitation will take place on Thursday, May 21, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. till service time. Funeral mass will begin at

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12 noon with burial following in Cheramie Cemetery.

She is survived by her children, Darrel Melancon and wife Stephanie Herrera Melancon, Jill Melancon, and Lisa Melancon and brother Woodrow Vega and wife Janice Vega.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 22 years Robert “ Bobby” Melancon, and parents Hector and Leah Curole Vega.

Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements. _____________________________

DUROC CHERAMIE, JR. Duroc “Jay” Cheramie Jr., 71, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Grand Isle and Galliano passed away May 17, 2015.

Visitation will take place on Thursday May 21, at Our Lady of Prompt Succor from 10:00 a.m. till service time. Funeral mass will begin at 12 noon with burial following in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, of 52 years Gloria G. Cheramie; children, Gregory Cheramie and wife Pam, Mickey Cheramie, Gwen Bradberry and husband Marty, Richard Cheramie, and Jimmy Cheramie and wife Mona; grandchildren, Jacob and Jessica, Steven and Shaeley, Nicholas Cheramie, Lacey and Jordan Norville, Lauren and Grant Faulkner, Renta Schexnaydre, Duroc and Jennifer Schexnaydre, Natalie and Ben Autin, Theresa and Kyle Spooner, Matthew and Jeffery Cheramie, Mark and Jimmy Cheramie; great grandchildren, Madison and Emmalyn Schexnaydre, Alex Spooner, Victoria Cheramie, Dana Norville, Cooper Faulkner ,Ethan Spooner, Beckett Autin; brother, Ray Cheramie; half brothers, Edmund and Kerlin Kieff, and half sisters Mildred Martin and Ruth Pitre.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Duroc Cheramie Sr. and Victoria Toups; great grandchild, Angel Hope Cheramie; mother-inlaw Evella Guidry; 4 half brothers, and one half sister.

Mr. Jay enjoyed duck hunting, watching TV; especially sports, dancing and playing the piano and accordion.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off entrusted with arrangements. _____________________________

FRANCES DANOS Frances Woodall Danos, 84, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2015.

Visitation was held from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 18, at St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Monday with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Lloyd Danos; loving mother to Weldon (Kayla), Marcus (Janet), Rawl, Margaret (Daniel “Pooney”) Rhodes Jr., Dana Dufrene and fiancé Kevin Menard, Carla (Prentice) Pace; loving grandmother to 7 grandsons, Gerard Danos, Marc Danos, Derek Dufrene, Dillon Rhodes, Brandon Dufrene, Chandler Rhodes, Prentice “Riley” Pace; 2 granddaughters Ashley Boudreaux and Brittany Danos; 2 great grandsons Beau and Benjamin Danos; step granddaughter, Amanda (Josh) Williams; step great granddaughter, Coley Miller and step great grandsons, Hayden and Bryer Williams; foster grandchildren, Davianna and Bentlee; loving godmother to Robert Danos; sister to Elizabeth (Betty) Richie, Patrick “Roney” Woodall and

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John O’Neal Woodall and her beloved dog Angel.

She was preceded in death by her parents Sidney W. and Delaney Roney Woodall Sr.; sister, Charlotte “Jean” Marabella and brothers, Sidney (Bubba) Woodall Jr. and Charles Mason (Buster) Woodall.

Frances was born in Colfax and raised in Shreveport. She graduated from Byrd High School and Northwestern State University with a degree in Education. Frances was a 1st runner up in the Miss Shreveport pageant her senior year, and went on the Dudley LeBlanc Hadacol Caravan Railroad Tour with Mickey Rooney, Carmen Miranda and several other movie stars.

Frances was a very talented pianist, organist, teacher, and seamstress. She was a prior member of the Catholic Daughters. She loved to paint carousel horses and sold them through her business Carousel Fantasies by Frances. She loved to cook, sew, shop, go to the casino and dance in our daddy’s arms. She had a love for life, and loved spending time with her family and friends. She previously taught at Holy Savior and for the Lafourche Parish Public School System.

The family would like to give special thanks to Julie Prince, friend and caregiver to Frances.

Doctors Claudio Guillermo, Samuel Stagg and Andre Duplantis for caring for her, Thibodaux Home Health, STAT Home Health and Southeast Louisiana Hospice.

Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

LEVY COLLINS, IV Levy J. Collins, IV, 31, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Galliano passed away on Friday, May 15, 2015.

Visitation was held at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off on Wednesday, May 20, from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. with burial in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery in Golden Meadow.

He is survived by his wife, Brandi L. Collins; father, Levy J. Collins, III; mother, Susan M. Collins; son, Levy J. Collins, V; daughters, Zoe Collins, Sadie Claire Collins; step daughters, Emmie Tolley, Macey Tolley.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Collins.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

MARLA ROSE Marla Plaisance Rose, a native of Cut Off and resident of Houston, TX, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2015 at the age of 58.

Visitation was held from 10 a.m. till funeral time on Saturday, May 23 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. A mass of Christian burial was held at 11 a.m. Saturday with burial in Our Lady of the Rosary Cemetery in Larose.

Marla will be forever remembered by her husband, Brian K. rose; daughter, Tabitha (Radek) Ciszkiewicz; brothers ad sisters, Betty (Roy) Hogan, Teddy (Theresa) Plaisance, Michael (Cindy) Plaisance, and Mitzi (Kevin) Bernard; and her numerous nieces and nephews and extended family and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Early Plaisance and Earline Pierce Plaisance. _____________________________

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Sealed bids for supplying limestone, sand, and/or other suitable approved material used for site development for a period of six (6) months from July 15, 2015 – January 14, 2016 to be delivered and tailgate spread in the Galliano and Fourchon areas as directed by the Commission will be received by the Greater Lafourche Port Commission located at 16829 East Main, Galliano, LA 70354 until 2:00 PM on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at which time bids will be opened and read aloud.

Any bids submitted must be on the forms obtained from the Greater Lafourche Port Commission.

Sealed bids can be hand delivered, mailed to P.O. Box 490, Galliano, LA 70354 or submitted online through the website address below.

Copies of detailed proposal may be examined online at https://www.centralauctionhouse.com/rfp.php?cid=68 or obtained from the Greater Lafourche Port Commission in person or by calling 985-632-6701.

The Commission reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, in whole or in part, and to waive informalities.

CHETT CHIASSON EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION 5/20/15 6/3/15 6/10/15

Bid notice

Agreement, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, General Requirements, Payment Bond, Performance Bond, Notice of Award, Notice to Proceed, Change Order, Drawings, Specifications and Addenda may be examined at the following locations: Lafourche Parish Government, J. Wayne Plaisance, Inc., Attn: Purchasing Specialist, P. O. Drawer 730, 4876 Hwy 1, 131 East 91st Street, Mathews, LA 70375 - Galliano, LA 70354 Official Bid Documents are available at Central Bidding. Electronic Bids are accepted at Central Bidding. Central Bidding can be accessed at www.centralbidding.com. Bidders will have the option to submit their bids & bid bonds electronically or by paper copy. For questions related to the electronic bidding process, please call Central Bidding at 225-810-4814.

Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of J. Wayne Plaisance, Inc., the Engineer, upon deposit of $50.00 for each set.

Any Bidder, upon returning his Bid set of documents in good condition within 10 days after the Bid date will be refunded one full deposit. On return of other sets, including those of non-bidders, in good condition within 10 days after the Bid date, a refund of $25.00 per set will be made.

LAFOURCHE PARISH GOVERNMENT Charlotte A. Randolph, President 5/20/15 5/27/15

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SECTION 00 10 00 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Lafourche Parish Government 4876 Hwy 1 Mathews, LA 70375

Drainage Improvements near West 175th Street

Separate sealed Bids for the construction of “Drainage Improvements near West 175th Street,” which generally consists of the installation of approximately 1,700 feet of culverts, 32 catch basins, 15 yard drains, and appurtenances in Galliano, Louisiana, will be received by Lafourche Parish Government at their Mathews Office, 4876 Hwy 1, Mathews, LA 70375, until 10:30 A.M. local time, June 16, 2015, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.

No proposal will be considered unless it is accompanied by satisfactory evidence that the Bidder holds Louisiana State Contractor’s License of proper classification and in full force and effect, in compliance with Act. Louisiana R.S. 37:2151-63.

The Contract Documents, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Bid, Bid Bond,

TOWN OF GRAND ISLE REGULARLY SCHEDULED TOWN MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2015 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 Resweber then followed with a prayer. Roll call was as follows: PRESENT: Council Members – Ray Santiny, Jay Lafont, Clifford Santiny, Jr., Stephen Resweber, Leoda Bladsacker; Police Chief Euris Dubois ABSENT: 0 Motion by Council Member Resweber seconded by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. and unanimously agreed to amend the agenda as presented.

Motion by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. seconded by Council Member Resweber and unanimously agreed to close the agenda as amended.

Motion by Council Member Resweber seconded by Council Member Bladsacker and unanimously agreed to accept the minutes of the April 28, 2015 town meeting as written.

The following proposed ordinance was offered by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. and seconded by Council

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Member Ray Santiny: ORDINANCE NO. 930 AN ORDINANCE ADJUSTING GAS RATES FOR THE TOWN OF GRAND ISLE, LOUISIANA. Whereas, Operating & Maintenance expenses has reached a level that present rate structure does not ensure TOWN OF GRAND ISLE, LA adequate revenue to continue maintaining gas system in a safe and reliable manner as in the past; Whereas, present rate structure does not address effect on net revenue of weather patterns and large unbudgeted expense items; Whereas, present rate structure does not adequately provide revenue to offset increasing expenses associated with regulatory compliance; Whereas, TOWN OF GRAND ISLE, LA wishes to use best efforts to continue to provide its customers with a safe, reliable gas system while also providing them with services at a competitive price; Now, therefore, The TOWN OF GRAND ISLE, LA hereby adopts the following rate structure beginning April 29, 2015 for its gas system; SECTION I: GLOSSARY Mcf - Thousand Cubic Feet Ccf - Hundred Cubic Feet Weighted Average Cost of Gas All upstream cost of Gas Supply including gas, agent fees, transportation, imbalances and any other fees associated with gas supply divided by volume of city gate receipts.

Gas Loss Percentage-Most recent July 1st thru June 30th comparison between gas delivered at city gate station(s) less Gas sold to city customers Revenue Stabilization Factor(RSF) Methodology Described in Section IV which is a monthly adjustment to gas markup to ensure required revenue is met for maintaining system regardless of weather patterns and other variables.

SECTION II: GAS RATES & FEES RESIDENTIAL: Monthly Availability Charge = $15.00 Usage = (WACOG (Weighted Average Cost of Gas) per Hundred Cubic Foot (Ccf)) X GAS LOSS PERCENTAGE) + $ 1.95 + RSF Note: all reconnect fees, shut off fees or any other fees not specifically addressed this ordinance per the Town of Grand Isle, Louisiana Gas Rates & Fees will stay at the same rate as presently established.

COMMERCIAL: Monthly Availability Charge = $17.50 Usage = (WACOG (Weighted Average Cost of Gas) per Hundred Cubic Foot (Ccf)) X GAS LOSS PERCENTAGE) + $ 1.85 + RSF Note: all reconnect fees, shut off fees or any other fees not specifically addressed this ordinance per the Town of Grand Isle, Louisiana Gas Rates & Fees will stay at the same rate as presently established.

INDUSTRIAL: Monthly Availability Charge = $50.00 Usage = (WACOG (Weighted Average Cost of Gas) per Hundred Cubic Foot (Ccf)) X GAS LOSS PERCENTAGE) + $ 1.80 + RSF. Note: all reconnect fees, shut off fees or any other fees not specifically addressed this ordinance per the Town of Grand Isle, Louisiana Gas Rates & Fees will stay at the same rate as presently established.

SECTION III: REVENUE STABILIZATION FACTOR CALCULATION The Mayor and Council shall approve a budget for the gas system annually with an amount of Revenue in Excess of expenses which is sufficient to ensure the gas system is safe and reliable. This Revenue Stabilization Factor will be calculated monthly to ensure that the targeted net revenue is met.

The RSF shall be calculated monthly based on the following methodology: Step 1. Each month the budgeted sales volumes will be compared to actual sales volumes and at any point sales do not meet the budgeted sales projections, the shortfall in dollars will be calculated.

Step 2. Each month the city will calculate the total dollars for any unbudgeted expenses: Step 3. The city will then divide the projected remaining budgeted sales total into the total of Step 1 revenue shortfall + Step 2 unbudgeted expenses.

Step 4. The resulting calculation will be added to the markup over weighted average cost of gas for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Example: Revenue Shortfall thru current month - $20,000.00 Unbudgeted expenses thru current month - $ 2,000.00 Remaining Fiscal Year Budgeted Sales - 250,000 Ccf RSF - $22,000 ÷ 250,000 = $0.088 per Ccf SECTION IV: METER DEPOSIT, SERVICE CHARGES AND OTHER FEES THE FOLLOWING FEES ARE HEREBY SET: METER DEPSOITS: Renters - $200.00 per meter Property Owner: $125.00 per meter COMMERCIAL DEPOSITS: 1” Meter $250.00 per meter 2” Meter $500.00 per meter 3” Meter $750.00 per meter 4” Meter $1,000.00 per meter OTHER SERVICES Call out after 4:00 p.m. $45.00 per hour – 1 hour minimum Reconnect $50.00 per meter Finalize Account $30.00 per meter All other service charges $50.00 per meter SECTION V: REPEALER: All ordinances, resolutions or parts of ordinances or resolutions in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed.

SECTION VI: SEVERABILITY: If any section, provision, or part of this ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any section, provision, or part thereof, not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION VII: EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall be in effect on this 12th day of May, 2015, after its final passage approval, and publication as provided by law.

Roll call vote thereon as follows: YEAS: Ray Santiny, Jay Lafont, Clifford Santiny, Jr. NAYS: Stephen Resweber ABSTAIN: Leoda Bladsacker ABSENT: 0 This ordinance was considered adopted this 12th day of May, 2015 and becomes effective on said date.

The following proposed ordinance was offered by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. and seconded by Council Member Stephen Resweber: ORDINANCE NO. 931 An ordinance amending the Town of Grand Isle Zoning Code: Appendix A 1.809 – Recreational Vehicles; regulations.

WHEREAS, there is a need to

have more than one recreational vehicle per lot.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY the Town Council of the Town of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that: The Town of Grand Isle Official Code of Ordinances Appendix A-Zoning is hereby amended as follows: Appendix A- Zoning Section 1-809 Recreational Vehicle regulations No. 2 hereby reads as follows: 2. A permit must be acquired from the Town of Grand Isle permitting office before a recreational vehicle is placed on a vacant private lot or at an existing residence or camp when it is intended to be used as a camp or residence. No more than two recreational vehicles per lot will be allowed at a camp or residence when used as a camp or residence. Recreational vehicles which are hooked up to water or gas utility or have a sanitation account on a vacant lot will be exempt from any permit fee.

Roll call vote thereon as follows: YEAS: Ray Santiny, Clifford Santiny, Jr., Stephen Resweber, Leoda Bladsacker NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: Jay Lafont ABSENT: 0 This ordinance was declared adopted this 12th day of May, 2015 and becomes effective on said date.

A hearing was held on the following proposed ordinances and resolution which will again be heard at the next regular meeting of May 26, 2015 at which time they will be eligible for adoption: RESOLUTION NO. ____ A resolution adopting the 2015 Town of Grand Isle Property Tax Millage.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the Town Council of the Town of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that the following millage (s) are hereby levied on the 2015 tax roll on all property subject to taxation by the Town of Grand Isle: GENERAL——6.81 mills WATER & GAS SYSTEM——5.06 mills BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper administrative officials of the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, be and they are hereby empowered, authorized, and directed to spread said taxes, as hereinabove set forth, upon the assessment roll of said Parish for the year 2015, and to make the collection of the taxes imposed for and on behalf of the taxing authority, according to law, and that the taxes herein levied shall become a permanent lien and privilege on all property subject to taxation as herein set forth, and collection thereof shall be enforceable in the manner by law.

ORDINANCE NO. ___ An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 857 dividing the property of Seaside at Grand Isle, LLC. into 10 lots, all being part of a tract of land according to a plan of Charles L. McDonald Land Surveyor, dated 20 February 2008 to include the land is in the Seaside Grand Isle Subdivision.

ORDINANCE NO. ___ An ordinance amending the Town of Grand Isle operating budget for fiscal year beginning July 1, 2014 and ending June 30, 2015.

Police Chief Euris Dubois was recognized and gave the following police report: For the period of April 28 thru May 11, 2015 there were 6 arrests, 16 medical call and 3 citations issued; total call outs handled totaled 309; fines col-

lected totaled $1,395.00.

The following proposed resolution was jointly offered by the Council: RESOLUTION NO. 2681 A resolution authorizing the advertisement for and the holding of a tax sale for the year 2014 delinquent Grand Isle property taxes on June 24, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Grand Isle Multiplex Center.

WHEREAS, State of Louisiana and Jefferson Parish laws require that a tax sale be held each year for the year’s delinquent property taxes.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of the Town of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that: the tax collector is hereby authorized and directed to advertise for and hold a tax sale for the year 2014 delinquent property taxes on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Grand Isle Multiplex Center located 3101 Louisiana Highway No. 1.

Vote thereon as follows: YEAS: Ray Santiny, Lafont, Clifford Santiny, Jr., Resweber, Bladsacker NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 0 This resolution was declared adopted this 12th day of May, 2015.

Motion by Council Member Resweber seconded by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. and unanimously agreed to approve payment of the presented over budget items totaling $14,923.00.

A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to approve benefits eligibility for town employee Wanda Pitts as of 4/28/15.

Council Member Jay Lafont requests/reports: 1. Announced that he was working up an equipment list for the summer youth baseball program for the

town to purchase. 2. Announced the rededication of the American Legion War Memorial on May 25, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. at the Community Center. Everyone is invited and refreshments will be served following the rededication.

Council Member Resweber requests/reports: 1. Requested that the three palm trees in front of the Multiplex Center be trimmed as they are blocking the view of the advertising sign.

Mayor’s report: 1. Announced that Jefferson Parish Officials will be on Grand Isle on May 20, 2015 too meet with the Council on Aging to hear their concerns and requests and to discuss ideas for more participation in the senior citizens program. 2. Attended the state legislative session as LMA President to support the LMA endorsed bills and for the shrimpers TED issue. 3. Requested that the Council waive the permits and fees for the Saints Fishing Tournament and Skeet Shoot this coming weekend – approve on a joint motion by the Council.

Motion by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. seconded by Council Member Resweber and unanimously agreed to adjourn the meeting at 6:50 p.m.

David J. Camardelle, Mayor Town of Grand Isle ATTESTED: Ray A. Santiny, Town Clerk Town of Grand Isle

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Troy and Angela Wunstell along with Annie Lombas Lairamore are please to announce the engagement of their daughter, Anaka Marie Wunstell to Blake Anthony Compeaux, son of Gary and Ericka Compeaux.

The wedding will take place on May 22nd at the St. Joseph Catholic Church.

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Dawn Callais and Zeb Doucet were united in marriage on March 14th.

The bride is the daughter of Teddy and Mary Ann Callais of Golden Meadow.

She is the granddaughter of the late Theophile and Victoria Callais of Galliano and the late Norby and Sogan Boudreaux of Golden Meadow.

Parents of the groom are Mike (T-Mike) and Tina Doucet of Cut Off. He is the grandson of Mrs. Earline Doucet and the late Mike J. Doucet of Galliano and the late Edward (T-Ed) and Vina Adams of 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.

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MSRP CONSUMER CASH BONUS CASH LESS SOUTHLAND SAVINGS

TOTAL SALE PRICE

$25,485.00 $2,250.00 $500.00 $1,738.00

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