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Wednesday, May 6, 2015

Nicholls to award over 700 degrees at commencement May 16

Nicholls State University will award more than 700 degrees during its spring commencement Saturday, May 16 in Stopher Gymnasium on the Thibodaux campus. Ceremonies will begin at 10 a.m. for College of Arts and Sciences, College of Education and College of Nursing and Allied Health graduates and at 2 p.m. for College of Business Administration and University College graduates. The keynote address will be delivered by Nicholls President Bruce T. Murphy, who has led the university since January 2014. Before joining the Nicholls family, Murphy served eight years as vice president for academic affairs at Air University in Montgomery, Alabama. See Nicholls Page 5-A

Blood drives to benefit LPSO deputy

Sheriff Craig Webre and the men and women of the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office are asking the public to donate blood for a fellow deputy recently diagnosed with cancer. In April, Lieutenant Courtney Curole was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia, a rapidly-progressing cancer of the blood and bone marrow. See Benefit Page 5-A

MEETINGS THURSDAY. MAY 7

HUMANE SOCIETY OF LAFOURCHE 5:30 p.m. Lockport Library - Hwy. 1

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VOLUME 49 NUMBER 34

Lafourche voters approve taxes

Later gator …

From staff reports

Photo by Lane Fournier

Just when you thought it was safe to go in the water … According to officials, spotting an alligator on a Grand Isle beach is not as uncommon as one might think. Authorities apparently pick up over a dozen or so a year. It’s more common when heavy rains occur pushing the fresh water into the Gulf. This is likely what happened to this alligator, spotted on Sunday, after the heavy rains from last week’s storms. Still worried about sharks?

Jindal tax plan temporarily stalls, but revived within hours

In Saturday’s election, Lafourche Parish voters approved proposals to raise the sales tax for drainage and levee projects and redirect money for safety at parish schools. With voter turnout light, (only 6.9 percent of the nearly 46,000 voters casting ballots on this proposal), those who did make it to the polls increased the sales tax by a quarter-cent for the North Lafourche Levee District. The vote was 1,734 (57 percent) in favor and 1,307 (43 percent) opposed. Only voters within the District, which includes the northern end of the parish to the Intracoastal Waterway in Larose, voted on this measure. Money from the sales tax will be used to expedite drainage and flood protection projects for parish residents within the District’s boundaries. The tax is expected to raise an additional $2.2 million a year for the levee district, which now takes in about $3.5 million a year from property taxes. The tax takes effect July 1 and will not expire. See Voters Page 5-A

MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A key piece of Gov. Bobby Jindal’s proposal to balance next year’s budget sputtered briefly in the House tax committee, which initially rejected the tax plan Monday only to revive it within hours and pass it. The proposal to scale back a tax credit for companies that pay local property taxes on their inventory could save the state hundreds of millions of dollars each year. But it faces strong opposition from business groups that call it a multimilliondollar tax hike on companies ranging from local car dealerships to large chemical manufacturers. The pro-business arguments initially appeared to sway the House Ways and Means Committee, which voted 9-7 against the measure by Rep. Bryan Adams, R-Gretna. But after a recess and behind-the-scenes negotiation by Committee Chairman Joel Robideaux, the committee returned and changed course. Lawmakers then voted 9-8 to advance the bill to the full House. The committee also approved a similar bill by Rep. Julie Stokes, R-Kenner, with a 13-3 vote. Robideaux, R-Lafayette, has been urging the committee to move bills to the House floor as leg-

islative leaders continue closed-door talks about how to balance next year’s budget and close a $1.6 billion gap without devastating colleges and health services. “We are giving the entire body the ability to debate the bills. We are not committing to vote ‘yes’ or ‘no’ on the floor,” Robideaux said to explain the votes. “We want as many of these bills on the floor so that we can consider everything.” The legislative session must end by June 11, and lawmakers have yet to come up with a plan to close next year’s shortfall. If lawmakers don’t agree with Jindal’s approach, they have to find another way to raise money — or they have to deeply cut state spending. If deep cuts must be made, public colleges and health care services for the poor, elderly and disabled are the most vulnerable. That’s because those are the least protected areas of the budget. Higher education leaders encouraged passage of Adams’ bill. “We want as many options on the table as possible,” said LSU System President F. King Alexander. See Jindal Page 5-A

The Larose Civic Center will be the site for the new Bayou Cajun Fest this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, May 8, 9 and 10.   The festival will feature live and local music, a craft market, carnival rides and delicious Cajun foods all weekend featuring a fresh-caught Louisiana Seafood Boil-off on Saturday from 11 am – 2 pm, and a one-of-a-kind Sunday Brunch featuring Chef Randy Cheramie of the Chef John Folse Culinary School at Nicholls State University. You won’t want to miss it!

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Classic and current cars and trucks line up for display at a car show in Mathews earlier this year. For all you classic car enthusiast, the Swampland Rods & Customs Car Club will host their annual open car show this Saturday, May 9, at the Lafourche Government Complex parking lot, 4876 Hwy. 1, in Mathews. The event will feature classic cars, street rods, rat rods, door prizes, a silent auction, refreshments, and more. Registration begins at 9 a.m.

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Teche Electric Supply officially opened its newest location Friday at 393 AJ Estay Road in Port Fourchon, with an oldfashioned cochon de lait, jambalaya, and more. The newest location also features new products and supplies. Call 985-396-4775 for more information.

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Wednesday, May 6, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Calendar of Events News to Use!

Food bank applications to be accepted May 7, 8

The Hope Center, located at 18100 East Main St. in Galliano, will accept applications on May 7 and 8 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. for the Second Harvest Food Bank Pantry that will be opening soon. Applicants should bring a photo ID, proof of income, proof of residency in the Lafourche Parish and proof of food stamps with letter (if applicable). Further information will be given to applicants when registering.

Anger management classes to begin Thurs.

The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Fireworks Anger Management classes (three two-hour sessions for ages 18 and over) on Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m. on May 7, 14 and 21. Limited space is available. To enroll, report to the Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux with $150 enrollment fee (money order only). FMI call 985-446-0643.

HRCS Donor Mass slated for Friday

In appreciation of the support and financial con-

tributions received this school year, Holy Rosary Catholic School will hold its Annual Fund Campaign Donor Mass for all supporters of Holy Rosary Catholic School and for Memorial Recipients named for this year’s campaign. Mass will be held on Friday, May 8 at 8:45 a.m. at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose.

5K to benefit Autism Society to be held Sat.

The Bayou Voice of Autism 5K fundraiser will be held on Saturday, May 9 at the Larose Civic Center. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and race follows at 9 a.m. Entry fee is $25 for all participants. An award ceremony will be held after the race. For more information contact Crystal at 985-856-7379 or email bayouvoiceforautism2014@yahoo.com. Proceeds will benefit the Autism Society’s Bayou Chapter.

Swampland car show slated for Saturday

Swampland Rods & Customs Car Club will host their annual open car show this Saturday, May 9, at the Lafourche Government Complex parking lot, 4876 Hwy. 1, in Mathews. The event will feature classic cars, street rods, rat rods, door prizes, a silent auction, refreshments, and more. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Awards given at 3 p.m. Entry fee is $30. For more information call 985-805-0819, 985665-1449, or 985-2272885.

Horse camp slated for May 9 in Galliano

Poker Run registration open through May 13

Ro-Duz Ranch will sponsor a one-day horse camp on Saturday, May 9 from 3 to 6 p.m. The ranch is located at the end of W. 190th St. in Galliano. Camp includes an introduction to the basics of horsemanship and riding in the arena. Cost is $45 per student. All students must pre-register. For more info. call 985475-7272 or 985-637-7273. Email roduzranch@rocket mail.com for registration forms.

The Cajun Cruisers Motorcycle Club will host its 15th annual Poker Run on Saturday, May 16. Registration begins at 8 a.m. at McGuire’s Pub (13755 River Rd., Luling). The run ends at the Cut Off Youth Center.

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is offering a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) course for women at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Training Academy, located at 1300 Lynn St., Thibodaux, on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, May 11, 12 and 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. Participants must attend all three nights. Class size is limited. A $10 fee to cover course materials must be prepaid. For more information contact DeAnn Barrios at 985-449-4436 or email deann-barrios@lpso.net.

In June of 2013, Gov. Bobby Jindal signed into law Senate Bill 238 sponsored by State Senator Norby Chabert which created the Leeville Fishing Village and Cultural Preservation Commission. One appointee each rests with Lafourche Parish District 9 Councilman (currently, Daniel Lorraine), Parish President (currently, Charlotte Randolph), State Senator District 20 (Chabert), State Representative (Jerry “Truck” Gisclair), and the Lieutenant Governor (Jay Dardenne). Councilman Lorraine, Senator Chabert, Representative Gisclair and Lt Governor Dardenne have all appointed their representatives. Sadly, two years after its inception, this Commission has yet to hold its first meeting. Parish President Charlotte Randolph, despite numerous requests from duly appointed members of the Commission, has failed to appoint a representative of the parish to the Commission. Hence the Commission remains dormant. Until such time as President Randolph chooses to

Rape defense course to be held May 11 - 13

Indian Ed. Program to host meeting May 11

The Title VII Indian Education program will hold its annual public hearing on Monday, May 11 at 6 p.m. at the South Lafourche Library, 16241 E. Main in Cut Off. The meeting is mandated by the Lafourche Parish School System in order to inform the public of the progress in Indian Education being provided through the title VII Indian Education program and to provide an opportunity for input from the public specifically concerning the Indian Education Program. For more information contact Greta Terrebonne at 985-532-2508, ext. 223 or gretat@lafourche.k12.la.us.

Pre-registration is open through May 13 and is $15 per rider and $15 per passenger. First 100 pre-registrants get a free event t-shirt. Day of event entry fees will be $20. Plate lunches will be served at 11 a.m. for $5 hamburgers and hot dogs with chips.

Letters and Opinions

Leeville deserves better

make her appointment, the taxpaying citizens of Leeville are being deprived of an economic development tool that was hard fought for by Senator Chabert in the state legislature … two long years ago. The five-person Leeville Fishing Village and Cultural Preservation Commission is granted latitude to solicit and expend money in developing programs approved by its members, including

A live auction will be held at 3 p.m. Net proceeds to benefit the NephCure Foundation and other local charities. For more information contact Roland or Diana Berthelot at 985-693-7252, Patty Gisclair at 985-6912505 or Patrick Kelly at 504-251-2942.

the authority to purchase and lease property. This Commission is important for Leeville. We urge President Randolph to appoint her representative to this Commission so that it can get on with its work. Leeville deserves better! Janet Rhodus, Executive Director Launch Leeville 501(c)(3) Non-Profit

EDITOR’S NOTE: Opinions expressed are strictly those of the letter writer and not of this newspaper. Letters should be brief and to the point. They must include the writer’s signature, address and daytime telephone number. Initials and pen names will not be accepted. Letters from the same writer are not published when they follow frequently upon another.

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Bayou Blazers to register runners

The Bayou Blazers Summer Track registration will be held on Mondays, May 11 and 18. This program is designed to teach young athletes (ages 12-18) how to train and compete for track and field competitions, and use these skills for football, basketball, baseball and volleyball. Registration will be held at the Edison Chouest Offshore Main Building. For more information contact coach Charlie Comeaux at 985-677-1753.

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Wednesday, May 6, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

“In a Small Pond” By Leroy Martin

The Political War of 1951, Part II

Harvey Peltier, Sr. and Dave Robichaux were political icons in Lafourche Parish, both actively involved in the 1952 election and both wealthy from oil leases and royalties. Mr. Peltier, a young Thibodaux attorney was elected State Representative in 1924 and State Senator from 1930 to 1940, and was campaign manager of … take a deep breath … Huey Long. He might have been young, but sure picked the right candidate for the time. Dave Robichaux, also politically motivated, was elected Lafourche Parish Assessor in the 1940’s with the Sam Jones/Jimmie Davis factions, along with Sheriff Dr. Charles Barker and Senator Walter Lanier. All three were defeated in the 1948 Earl Long landslide which led to the combative election of 1952. Peltier and Robichaux were cordial in mutual business affairs and served on bank boards together. Both were respected citizens but were political rivals. Come election time, it

was all’s fair in love, war and politics. Long supporters held practically all public offices in Louisiana and every parish had an opposition, so called ‘reform’ ticket trying to defeat them. Some were called the Lilly Whites, others the OOO’s, (out of office, I made that up), or Jones/Davis, and in Lafourche, All Parish. The Long faction did not believe there was any reforming to be done and a great majority of voters agreed with them in 1948. I had quit my $30 per week job at Golden Meadow Diesel to become a full time musician with Dudley Bernard and the Southern Serenaders, making over $50 a week. Sundays were double gigs, one from 2 to 4 at the Lovely Inn in Chenier, then 70 miles over mostly shell roads to The Rose Room in Chauvin, (Tee Caillou), playing from 8 to 12.

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Clockwise from top left: (1) Senator Harvey Peltier, Sr., Huey Long, and Jimmie Noe; (2) Dave Robichaux; (3) Chauvin in 1948, Harry Anselmi, Luke Charpentier, Dudley Bernard, and Leroy Martin; (4) Candidate Eddie St. Marie; (5) Amateur boxer Eddie St. Marie; (6) former Gov. Bob Kennon and Frances Dugas; (7) Gov. Earl Long; and (8) my Uncle Roy Callais.

We also played five other clubs Tuesday to Saturday and had a live radio program Saturday mornings on Houma’s KCIL’s remote studio in Thibodaux. There was no KTIB, KLEB or KLRZ then. Lent meant 40 days without dances, a Catholic custom, so musicians starved. (Just kidding.) Not with Mama, Grandma and beaucou aunts around. It did allow me social time to hang out with a group of young men a few years older than I called the Pa Pee Yons (butterflies), a name inherited from their

father’s nickname. (My other social life is not column fodder). Their surname was Duet and included Cliff, who had lost an arm in the war, “Pupe”, “Rom all”, “Yeff”, “Le P’tee” and Leonce (“Fee ran”), who was married but escaped sometimes, my Uncle Roy Callais and neighbor John Adams. Most were veterans of World War II, an amazing family with little education but master carpenters and boat builders who could build a boat from scratch without a blue print. The ones not drafted were in

great demand at Higgins Industries in New Orleans, building boats where my Dad also worked. Unlike today’s gangs, they were law-abiding citizens who loved dances, fairs and social gatherings. They tolerated me, so I followed. The strongest thing we drank was beer and our hobby was meeting at ones house listening to Jimmie Rodgers, Rex Griffin and Ernest Tubb records. Oh, and something else … they loved political rallies. Historically, political rallies invited all voters and candidates. NOT in 1948

with Monica and the late Joey Matherne of Cut Off, would like to announce the engagement of their daughter, Anya Michelle Guidry to Hunter Ross Wurzlow, son of Billy and Terri Wurzlow of Houma. The couple will wed on May 29th in Raceland.

place on May 15th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off.

Carleigh MaryAnn Tregre and Griffin Paul Tregre are pleased to announce the engagement of their parents, Sarah Elizabeth Brumfield to Steven Paul Tregre. The bride-elect is the daughter of Mrs. Bonnie Griffin and Mr. Wendell Brumfield. She is the granddaughter of Mr. Charles Griffin and the late Mrs. MaryAnn Griffin and the late Mr. Vernon Brumfield and Mrs. Eleanor Brumfield. The prospective groom is the son of Mr. Barry and

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Lafourche! Rallies were for supporters. Detected opponents were affronted and accused of spying. Actual spies were across the bayou recording the sound trucks. Tape recorders, a gadget invented by Germans in World War II, recorded everything and criticisms were answered at their opponents’ next rally. That’s how the game was played and every faction played it. Following them to rallies had family repercussions for me. My friends supported a young veteran, Eddie St. Marie for sheriff who was accompanied by a dynamic young speaker who kept us enthralled. This was before he became a lawyer, a state representative, a Lt. Governor candidate with Robert Kennon, (his second unsuccessful try), district attorney of Lafourche Parish, my lawyer at the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, (1972), where I donated a rare and valuable Jimmie Rodgers record, and a dear friend to Vin Bruce and I. His name was Frances Dugas. BYE NOW.

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Mrs. Mitzi Tregre. He is the grandson of the late Mr. Clarence Guidroz and Mrs. Ouida Guidroz and the late Mr. Raymond Tregre and the late Mrs. Marie Tregre. The wedding will be held in early August in Pensacola, Florida. y 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.

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Voters parishwide elected to rededicate 4 of 15.2 mills, or about $3.8 million, to pay off construction bonds, to increase safety measures in Lafourche Parish schools. In this election 3,564 votes (only 6.3 percent turnout) were cast. The measure received 2,242 (63 percent) yes votes to 1,322 (37 percent) no votes. A mill is $1 in tax levied on every $1,000 of taxable property. The measure will not increase taxes and will be renewable in 10 years. The funds generated from this tax will be used to provide additional support to public elementary and secondary schools in the District, in particular to expand the District’s comprehensive safety and security program for students and staff (including, but not limited to, creating singlepoint entry at schools, additional security cameras, alarm systems, capital improvements and School Resource Officers, and staff to address bullying/cyberbullying and student/related services).

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Urgency — and uncertainty — appeared to spur the approvals, as lawmakers search for ways to close the budget gap and meet the strict limits of what Jindal will consider as a budget-balancing solution. Stokes said while the Ways and Means Committee has approved a lot of ideas, “Quite frankly, we don’t have a solution at all.” Adams warned the committee: “The clock’s ticking, and we’re running out of time here.” Business groups favor a repeal of the entire property tax on inventory, so the state would no longer pay for the tax break and companies would no longer pay the tax. But that would hit local governments that rely on the tax revenue to pay for police, firefighters and schools. Online: House Bills 532 and 805 can be found at www.legis.la.gov

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He was also founding dean of the School of Business at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and has directed and instructed numerous educational and leadership programs across the country. A retired lieutenant colonel, Murphy served 23 years in the U.S. Army. For more information about the spring commencement exercises, please call 985-448-4141.

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She is currently receiving aggressive chemotherapy treatment. Curole is an 11-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office and currently serves as a Shift Supervisor in the Patrol Division where she has spent most of her career. Many residents may recognize Curole from the Bayou Country Children’s Museum as she was the very first Coordinator of the “Safetyville” exhibit when the museum opened. At age 33, she is also a mother of two children and is engaged to Sergeant Todd Prevost, also of the LPSO. The United Blood Services Bloodmobile will be in Lafourche Parish for two replenishment blood drives in the next two weeks. The first blood drive will be Thursday, May 7 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the LPSO Criminal Operations Center, located at 805 Crescent Avenue in Lockport. The second will be held Tuesday, May 12 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the LPSO Administrative Office, located at 200 Canal Boulevard in Thibodaux. All donations will result in a monetary credit toward Curole’s medical expenses. A blood donation also ensures blood is available for the next patient in need. Anyone unable to donate during these blood drives may still contribute by donating blood at any United Blood Services location in Lieutenant Curole’s name.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 31year-old Chad Chad Babin Michael Babin of 1526 Highway 304 in Choupic. Babin has been missing since Friday, May 1. Patrol deputies, detectives and volunteers from the local fire departments began searching for Babin on Sunday when the family initially reported him missing, and that search has continued through the day on Monday. Chad Babin is described as 5’10” tall, and he weighs around 150 pounds. He has a fair complexion, brown eyes, short brown hair, as well as a goatee and a mustache. Anyone with information on Babin’s whereabouts is asked to call the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division at (985) 532-4326, or simply dial 9-1-1.

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Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. says the number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. declined by 27 this week to 905 amid depressed oil prices. Houston-based Baker Hughes said Friday that 679 rigs were seeking oil and 222 explored for natural gas. Four were listed as miscellaneous. A year ago, 1,854 rigs were active. Among major oil- and gas-producing states, Texas lost 13 rigs; Oklahoma lost seven; New Mexico and Pennsylvania were each down two; and Alaska, Arkansas, Kansas and Louisiana were each down one. North Dakota and Wyoming each gained one rig. California, Colorado, Ohio, Utah and West Virginia were unchanged. The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981 and bottomed at 488 in 1999. ___

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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — An effort to give retired state employees and teachers a cost-of-living increase in their pension checks has stalled. The House Retirement Committee deadlocked in a 6-6 vote Thursday on the proposal by Rep. Sam Jones, a Democrat from Franklin, effectively killing the 1.5 percent cost-of-living adjustment. Jones described escalating expenses for retirees, particularly double-digit increases in the state health insurance program. Gov. Bobby Jindal’s administration opposed the pension hike. Ben Huxen, with the Division of Administration, said the bill would violate a law enacted last year to strengthen retirement plan finances. He said it could weaken Louisiana’s standing with credit rating agencies. The Advocate reports the $350 million cost would have come from the retirement systems’ excess investment earnings, earmarked for cost-of-living increases. Online: House Bill 42: www.legis.la.gov

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Sm. Cottage For Rent: Single person, $600/mth, $300/damage dep., all utilities included in rent, yard maintenance provided. Call 985-8593953 or 985-693-3833. _________________ Apt. For Rent in Golden Meadow Area: 1 br, 1 ba, including appl. with w/d. $550/mth, $550/dep. Located on Hwy. 3235. FMI call 985798-7433. _________________ Small House For Rent: single occupancy or married couple, all utilities pd., furn. $900/mth, $500/dep. Call 985696-0818. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ Apt. For Rent: 1 br, in Central Laf. area. $300/mth plus utilities. Call 985-537-9259. _________________

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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.

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

Commercial Building For Sale 3,476 sqft. Commercial Building Along Hwy. 308 in Cut Off

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

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

MLS 113721: Old Rouse’s Shopping Center located at 516 Justin, St. in Lockport. 17,940 sqft. plus cement parking lot and adjoining vacant land included, new roof. $299,000. MLS 112503: This property is located on the east side of Hwy. 3235. 96’ road frontage. $100,000.

Route Manager

Excellent Pay, Health & Dental, PTO, Vacation & Holiday Pay and Sundays Off

Apply in person at 14492 West Main St., Cut Off Must: • Have a clean driving record. • Must pass criminal background check. • Must be able to lift and handle furniture.

Now Hiring

$260,000

American Realty USA

Call Boo Legendre

985-696-7377

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

Must Have Experience: • Managing a 3-4 man crew • Operating: Tractor, Mower, Herbicide Application • Coordinating daily work • Working safely Job Site: Galliano

Call 985-873-8555 for an application or apply in person at 2545 West Park Ave., Gray, La. COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE

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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.

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.

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Garage Sale: Thurs. May 7, 8 am to 3 pm at W. 140th St., first house on right. _________________ Garage Sale: May 7, 8, 9 & 10 at 185 E. 74th Place. Men’s /women’s /children’s clothes & shoes, gardening accessories & flower pots & seeds, luggage, TV’s, electric fans, bbq grills & tools, bathing suits & towels, swimming pools & pool toys, fragrances, toys, makeup, Saints & LSU t-shirts & jerseys. _________________

HELP WANTED

The Lafourche Council on Aging has a job opening for a Homemaker in the Larose/Cut Off area. This job is for 22/hrs. per week at $9.53/hr. Mileage is reimbursed at $.51 per mile. Must have reliable trans. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test. Must be able to pass state police background check. Deadline to apply is Mon. May 11 at 12 noon. Apply at LCOA office in Mathews. FMI call 985-5320458. _________________ 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. _________________

The Greater Lafourche Port Commission will accept applications for 5 summer Roustabout and 1 summer Clerical Positions. Eligible applicants must be registered college students and must complete a job application. Roustabout applicants must be able to conduct physical labor & must pass a drug screen & physical exam. The clerical applicant must be able to work in an office environment with general knowledge on use of office equip. & basic typing skills, & be able to pass a drug screen test. Applications will be accepted until Mon. May 11th during regular office hrs. at the Commission office, 16829 E. Main, Galliano. (3) of the roustabout applications and (1) of the clerical applicants will be selected by a drawing from all approved applicants at the Commission office on May 13th, at approx. 11 am. Alternates will also be selected. Maintenance personnel will select (2) roustabout applicants who worked the previous year. Applicants must provide proof of registration to a collegiate school. Applications can be found on the Port website at www.portfourchon.co m under Public Notice>Job Opportunities. The GLPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. _________________ A local business is hiring a Personnel Manager. Competitive wage coupled with an excel. benefit package. Send resume to personnelmanager303@gmail.c om _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________

NOW HIRING

7&7 Yard Hands Apply in person at

Tiger Offshore 190 N.J. Theriot Road,

Golden Meadow, LA 70357

K-Mar Supply Fourchon and Cut Off Locations

Stock Person

is now accepting applications for a Full Time

(Free transportation to and from work)

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

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

WE NEED

Crew Foreman for Facility Ground Maintenance

Furnished, Walk-In Ready

Fax: 985-693-8282

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No Phone Calls! Great Pay & Benefits

Now hiring a full-time

80 x 180 lot

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.

Garage Sale: Thurs. May 7 at House #153 on E. 115th St. Lots of knick knacks, toys, clothes mens /ladies /baby to 2xL & lots more. _________________ Plant & Yard Sale: Thurs. May 7, 1st house south of Lady of the Sea Hospital, 8 am to 4:30 pm. Lots of different plants, sm & lg cactus, crepe myrtle trees, peach trees $3 ea, antique trap molds, some clothes, x-mas decorations. No early birds please. _________________ Garage Sale: Sat. May 9 at 314 E. 74th St., 8 am till 4 pm. Bunk bed w/clean mattress, furn., women’s plus, men’s 38 & xl clothes, Army jacket, tuxedo, drapes, blankets, sheet, other home items, organ, keyboard, TV, luggage, 400 light gold tiles for $50, etc. Cheap prices. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. & Fri. May 7 & 8 at E. 2nd St., Ave. L. 6 am till. Lots of baby clothes, men/women clothes, boys-3, 4 & 5, girls clothes, dishes, TV’s, fish tank fully loaded, king sz bed, DVD, so much more. _________________ Carport Sale to benefit Larose First Baptist Youth Group, Wed. May 6 from 7 am to 2 pm & Thurs. May 7, 7 am till at 235 W. 214th St., last house on left. Lots of new donations, lots of angels & other knick knacks, toys, clothes. _________________ Lg. Garage Sale: Lots of clothes, dishes, books, toys, etc. on Wed. & Thurs. May 6 & 7 from 8 am to 5 pm and on Fri. May 8 from 8 am till 12 noon, located on Hwy. 3235, across from old JoDee building now Gulf American. HP computer Windows 8, bamboo furn. Weather permitting. No early birds please. _________________ Huge Garage Sale: Thurs. May 7 at 11819 E. Main, Galliano. Starting at 7 am till. Will have furn., children /women clothing & lots more. _________________

Office: 985-693-7229

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

YOU!

Daily Comet

The Daily Comet has openings in Lafourche Parish for newspaper route carriers!!! Routes are a good second income for stay at home moms / dads, retirees or anyone else with a few hours of extra time daily. Reliable transportation and a pleasant attitude for dealing with the public.

Call Linda or Penny for details:

448-7623

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

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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. _________________ Galliano Inn now hiring Bartender to work Mon. thru Fri., from 5 pm till. Apply at 18628 Hwy.3235, Galliano. _________________ 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. _________________ The Lafourche Council on Aging has an opening for a Home Meal Deliver in the Lockport area. This person would deliver hot meals to elderly homebound clients. Person must be reliable, w/reliable trans. Must be able to pass a driver’s license check, pre-employment drug test & state police background check. No restrictions on lifting (able to life 30 lbs. or more). Pay rate is $9.53/hr. Mileage is reimbursed at .51 cents a mile. Deadline to apply is Tues., May 12 at 12 noon. Apply at the LCOA office at 4876 Hwy. 1, Mathews (located in the old WalMart bldg.). FMI call Angie Pertuit at 985532-0457. _________________ Sitter Needed for 2 boys, ages 10 & 6, during summer, days needed-Tues., Thurs. & Fri. Call 985-6326781 if int. _________________ Bluewater Rubber Gasket, Galliano now hiring Warehouseman. Gasket cutting & hose assembly in addition to all other warehouse duties. Will make occasional pickups & deliveries. Good driving record required. Will train. Benefits include pd. holidays/vacations, group health, life & disability ins., 401K. Apply in person at 17650 Hwy. 3235, Galliano. _________________ Dufrene Building Materials in Cut Off is looking for an energetic and self-motivated inside/outside sales person. Offers pd. vacation, health ins. & 401K. Must submit to drug screen/physical. Apply in person at 14502 W. Main St., Cut Off. _________________

Your lawn is our business.

The Town of Golden Meadow is accepting applications for swimming pool managers, collectors, & lifeguards at the Town Hall, 107 Jervis Dr., Golden Meadow. Office hrs. are Mon. thru Thurs. from 7 am to 5 pm. The Town of Golden Meadow reserves the right to reject any and all applications & the right to waive and informality. EOE. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ 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. _________________ HUB Enterprises, a leading security company, is now hiring full-time Security Guards, Armed & Unarmed to fill immediate openings in the Lafourche area. Licensed security guards are urged to apply, but exp. is not necessary. Must have a valid driver’s license, clean criminal history, & reliable trans. Call 1-800-7593660, fax resume to 1-800-706-6106 or email to securityjobs@hubenterprises.com. _________________ EXP. Farm Labor needed in Paradis. Call 504-628-3309. _________________

SERVICES

Curry’s Painting Services New construction, remodels, interior-exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Exp. Call 985-258-0465 or 985-258-6414. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________ Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children ages infant to school age. Call 985-696-2901, ask for Lee. _________________

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. _________________

Commercial & Residential Lawn Care

Scott J. Landry, Owner Licensed & Insured

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

4560 Hwy. 1, Suite 1B Raceland, LA

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

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

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. _________________ 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.

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. _________________

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. _________________

Vinny’s Handy Service: No job too big or too small. Free estimates. Call Vincent Guidry at 985-2780210. _________________ 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. _________________ Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________

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, counter tops, showers, sheet rock, 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. Licensed & insured, 20 yrs. exp. Free estimates. Call Curtis J. Orgeron, Jr., owner at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron @gmail. com __________________

Need A Plumber? Make sure they have a Louisiana State Plumbing License & company insurance. It is illegal & dangerous for anyone to perform plumbing work on your property who does not hold a current license. Many in our community have fell victim to so-called “plumbers” who are unlicensed and/or uninsured. Visit SPBLA.com for an update roster of licensed plumbers. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________

Swimming Lessons Certified swimming instructor Lisa Breaux - over 25 years experience working with adults and children of all ages. FMI 985-637-1138

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Hate To Paint? Call Color Creation! Indoor /Outdoor painting. New or old construction. Reasonable rates. Call 985-2589591. _________________ 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. _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Commercial Capital Money Sources, “Marine Loans”. Invoice factoring available, equity lending. Supply vessels, tugs, barges, liftboats, contractors, shipyards, etc. (fast answer on approval). “We look forward to “Challenging Deals”. Call 985637-5109, geneguidry @cox.net _________________ 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.

I Do Babysitting In My Home in Lockport. FMI call 985227-1936. _________________

Leap of Faith Learning Center Now accepting applications for the 2015 / 2016 school year. Christian curriculum, low tuition, limited applications available. Certified teacher with 15 years public education experience, 1 year private school experience. Located in Golden meadow. Tired of Common Core? Tired of bullying? Take the Leap of Faith with me. Specializing in 3rd - 8th grades. 985-665-8104

The Law Office of Jeray Jambon Jarreau, LLC Attorney & Notary

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

985-691-6112

NEW PHONE NUMBER

Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arbor’s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985696-5174. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Doug’s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. Douglas A Plaisance, Owner / Operator. 985-637-8633 _________________

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. _________________ Anyone Knowing the Whereabouts of Russell Francis, Jr. please contact Margaret E. Judice, P.O. Box 592, Franklin, LA 70538 or phone 337828-1880. _________________ Do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________

PETS

Free Kittens to good home. Call 985-2789905. _________________

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OBITUARIES

RITA THIBODEAUX Rita Plaisance Thibodeaux, 83, a native and resident of Larose passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2015. Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 6, at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 12:00 p.m. with burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her daughters, Anna Thibodeaux and Paula T. Hebert; son Murphy J. Thibodeaux, Jr.; brothers, Junis Plaisance and Paul Plaisance; 3 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Murphy Thibodeaux, Sr.; parents, Ecton, Sr. and Jeanne Plaisance; brother, Ecton Plaisance, Jr.; sisters, Mary Jane Plaisance and Mathilda Plaisance. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

ODILE FREMIN Odile Eve Vedros Fremin, 95, a native of McCloud Plantation and a resident of Raceland, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2015. Visitation was held from 9 a.m. until service time on Wednesday, May 6th at St. Hilary Catholic Church. A funeral mass was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Hilary with burial at St. Mary cemetery. She is survived by her 3 sons, Wilbert P. (Peg), Gilbert J. (Carol), and Ralph J. (Ruth) Fremin; 2 daughters, Joyce Lecompte (Roland) and Delores Thomas (Andrew); 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 14 great-greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Whitney Joseph Fremin; parents, Guillaume Martin Vedros and Josephine Arthemise Melancon Vedros; 5 brothers, Sylvester, Odey, Odless, Horace, and Oderick Vedros; and 2 sisters, Odeles V. Roux and Odella V. Richoux. She belonged to the Raceland Senior Citizens, and was a parishioner of St. Hilary Catholic Church. She loved to play bingo and go to the casino. She always had a smile on her face and she never met a stranger – she lived life to the fullest. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

ROBERT CHERAMIE, SR. Robert “Bess” Cheramie Sr., 80, a native of Golden Meadow and a resident of Cut Off, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 2, 2015. Visitation was held from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5th, at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano and from 9 a.m. until service time on Wednesday, May 6th, at Christian Fellowship Church in Larose at the corner of Hwy. 308 and East 22nd St. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at Christian Fellowship with burial at Cheramie cemetery in Galliano. He is survived by his wife of 59 and a half years, Hazel Felarise Cheramie; son, Robert “Bobby” Cheramie Jr. and wife Kenolyn; 2 daughters, Trudy C. Danos and husband Aaron Sr. and Tina Cheramie and fiancé Mitch Smith; 8 grandchildren, Aimee Crawford and husband Toby, Aaron Danos Jr., Addie Arvidson and husband Eric, Alissa Moore and husband Jason, Kesti Gaspard and husband Robby, Ren Cheramie, Reesa Renee’ Gravois, and Hanna Rae Gravois; 12 great-grandchildren, Braxton and Hampton Callais, Kaitlin and Jasmine Moore, Alexandra Hanson, Owen and Grayson Crawford, Kaylen and Kassidy Danos, Owen and Matthew Gaspard, and Izzie Belle Nguyen. He was preceded in death by his son, Charles Anson Cheramie; parents, Edison and Lodia Cheramie; twin brother, Raleigh “Bess” Cheramie; and sister, Lorita C. Dugas. He was a songwriter and loved sports, drawing, crafting, fishing, and bowling. For 34 years, he and his twin brother were known as the “Chain Gang,” holding the down markers for various football games. He was a loving and faithful husband, father, grandfather, greatgrandfather, and loyal friend. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

In Memory Of WENDY ORGERON

Sunrise: 9-14-1962 Sunset: 5-13-2010 God saw you getting tired when a cure as not to be. He closed his arms around you and whispered, “Come to Me”. In tears we saw you sinking. We watched you fade away. Our hearts were almost broken; you fought so hard to stay. But when we saw you sleeping so peacefully free from pain, we could not wish you back to suffer so again. So, keep your arms around her Lord, and give her special care. Make up for all she suffered and all that seemed unfair. Forever Lord, Sadly Missed, Mom, Dad & Family _____________

MEMORIALS Mother’s Day

Honor your deceased mother affectionately on Mother’s Day in the Lafourche Gazette’s Mother’s Day edition to run Sunday, May 10th. To place your memorial, visit the Gazette office at 12958 E. Main St. in Larose or call 693-7229 for more information.

Deadline is Thursday, May 7th at 10 a.m.

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Wednesday, May 6, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Surfin’ the is comprised of cute, funny and at times heartwarming stories and photos that are found circulating the internet. Oftentimes there are no known authors of the material. The Lafourche Gazette does not take credit for the writings in this column. We’re publishing it to simply put a smile on our readers’ faces.

A tribute to Mom for all she taught me!

RELIGION. “You better pray that will come out of the carpet.” 3. My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL. “If you don’t straighten up, I’m going to knock you into the middle of next week!” 4. My mother taught me LOGIC. “Because I said so,

1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE. “If you’re going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning.” 2. My mother taught me

Arrest reports

Jessie R. Breaux, 26, Cut Off. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation. Robbie James Terrebonne, 29, Larose. Contempt of court. Kevin Joseph Boudreaux, 29, Lockport. Violation of probation/parole. Jude Damian Cantrelle, Jr., 22, Larose. Contempt of court. MAY 1, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Antonio Welch, 20, Houma. Contempt of court, fugitive. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Chantelle Richard, 27, Houma. Possession of methamphetamine, poss. of drug para., no driver’s license. Samantha Butler, 28, Thibodaux, Fugitive. Sterling Guidry, 45, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts). MAY 2, 2015 Louisiana State Police Steven Morris, 29, Cut Off. Monetary instrument Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Jonathan McDowell, 22, Raceland. Simple battery of the infirm, poss. of marijuana 1st offense. Tony Ross, 50, Raceland. Illegal carrying of weapon in presence of cds, poss. of marijuana 1st offense, poss. of hydrocodone, resisting an officer. Sherrick Every, 27, Thibodaux. Possession of marijuana 2nd offense, taking contraband to/from penal institution. Louis Blanchard, 42, Houma. Contempt of court.

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

APRIL 30, 2015 Louisiana State Police Devyn Rouge, 19. Thibodaux. DWI 1st offense, speeding, driving on roadway laned for traffic, poss. alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle. Thibodaux Police Department Cole Chiasson, 24, Thibodaux. Possession of cannabinoids/synthetic marijuana, off-road vehicles, permits for use on shoulders of highways, poss. of xanax, poss. of drug para. Landon Shamar Johnson, 18, Thibodaux. Illegal carrying of a firearm at a parade with firearm used in crime of violence, poss. of marijuana 1st offense, illegal carrying of weapons, resisting an officer, illegal carrying of weapons, firearm free zone, notice signs, crimes, simple battery. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Dewon Rials, 34, Gray. Unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling (felony). Nola Joiner, 33, Gray. Unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling (felony), poss. of drug para. Roddie Curole, 34, Cut Off. Probation warrant. Rita Hopkins, 32, Galliano. Fugitive of St. Charles Parish.

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Children and Youth Planning Board

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Children and Youth Planning Board

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Recreation District No.11

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Recreation District No. 4

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Fire Protection District No. 9

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Heroes Monument Commission

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Heroes Monument Commission

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Housing Authority

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Sewerage District No. 7

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Fire Protection District No. 8-A

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Sewerage District No. 1

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Heroes Monument Commission

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The deadline for these positions will be Wednesday, May 13, 2015 @ 1pm 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.

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Request for Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) To perform Producers of Record (POR) Services for Casualty and Marine Insurance Program

The Greater Lafourche Port Commission (GLPC) is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) and competitive proposals from bona fide qualified Producers who are interested in representing the GLPC as its Insurance Producer of Record (POR) for its Casualty and Marine Insurance Program. The policies involved have a September 25, 2015 renewal date. Property and flood coverages are NOT included in this engagement. Interested proposers may obtain copies of the SOQ at the Greater Lafourche Port Commission Administrative Office 16829 East Main, Galliano, LA 70354, by phone at (985) 632-6701 ext: 104, via the web at www.portfourchon.com>Public Notices>Other Notices>’Request for Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) to perform Producers of Record (POR) Services for Casualty and Marine Insurance Program’, or e-mail at jamesr@portfourchon.com. Deadline for submission is May 22, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at the GLPC Administrative Office 16829 East Main, Galliano, LA 70354 or through mail at GLPC P.O. Box 490 Galliano, LA 70354. The GLPC reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and/or waive any informalities in any proposal. The GLPC reserves the right to accept, reject or negotiate modifications to any proposal as it shall, in its sole discretion, deem to be in its best interest. The determination of adequacy of qualifications shall be at the sole discretion of the GLPC. James Rome Director of Finance 4/29/15 5/6/15 5/13/15

Legal advertisement TOWN OF GRAND ISLE REGULARLY SCHEDULED TOWN MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 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, Stephen Resweber; Police Chief Euris Dubois ABSENT: Council Members – Clifford Santiny, Jr.; Leoda Bladsacker A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to waive the Community Center rental fees for Audubon of Louisiana to host a training program for new volunteers on Saturday May 16, 2015 between the hours of 12:00 noon and 4:00 p.m. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon the issue a letter on no objection for a special events permit for the Grand Isle Rotary Club to hold a Car Show at the Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo Pavilion on May 2, 2015. Motion by Council Member Resweber seconded by Council Member Lafont and unanimously agreed to accept the minutes of the April 14, 2015 town meeting as written. A hearing was held on the following proposed ordinance which was then tabled on a motion by Council Member Lafont and seconded by Council Member Resweber until the next regular meeting which will be on May 12, 2015 at which time it will be eligible for adoption: ORDINANCE NO. ___ An ordinance adjusting Natural Gas rates for the Town of Grand Isle, Louisiana. A hearing was held on the following proposed ordinance which will again be heard at the regular meeting of May 12, 2015 at which time it will be eligible for adoption: ORDINANCE NO. ___ An ordinance amending the Town of Grand Isle Zoning Code: Appendix A 1.809 – Recreational Vehicles: regulations - allowing two Recreational Vehicles on a private lot. A hearing was held on the following proposed resolution which will be presented for adoption a the meeting of May 26, 2015. 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. Police Chief Dubois was recognized and gave the following police report: For the period of April 15 thru 27, 2015 there was 1 arrest, 10 medical calls and 3 citations issued; call outs handled totaled 346; fines collected totaled $2,072.50. The following ordinances were introduced with hearings scheduled for the regular town meetings of May 12, 2015 and May 26, 2015 at which time they will be eligible for adoption: 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. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to accept the proposal of National Corrosion Service,

Inc. of $1,550.00 to perform an inspection required to maintain the gas system in compliance with state and federal regulations concerning pressure limiting and regulating stations testing. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to approve the beer and liquor licenses for fiscal year 2014-15 for Grand Isle Property Management-Island Time Bar and Grand Isle Property Management-Hurricane Hole Marina both located at 1851 Louisiana Highway One. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to waive the Multiplex Center rental fees for the Grand Isle Headstart graduation ceremony on May 7, 2015. Council Member Jay Lafont requests/reports: 1. Requested a “Children at Play” sign on Adam Lane pass the Shell Station. Council Member Stephen Resweber requests/reports: 1. Thanked Chris Hernandez and his crew for handling a drainage problem on Cemetery Lane next to the home of James Santiny. Mayor’s report: 1. Had meeting with FEMA representatives to close out project worksheets before the deadline of August 1, 2015. 2. Announced that the Mayor’s Conference this past weekend had a large attendance and was a great success. 3. Will be in Baton Rouge tomorrow for LMA meetings to lobby for new laws that will help municipalities. 4. Announced that there were three bids for the Levee Board project on FiFi Island and there will be a meeting to award the bid next week. 5. Working with the State Park on an agreement for the town to provide assistance in cleaning their beach. 6. Congratulated Bonnie Pizani and all the town employees who participated in the Clean City Contest. Grand Isle won 1st place in the State in our category. Motion by Council Member Resweber seconded by Council Member Lafont and unanimously agreed to adjourn the meeting at 6:40 p.m. David Camardelle, Mayor Town of Grand Isle ATTESTED: Ray A. Santiny, Town Clerk Town of Grand Isle

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