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Sporting event a huge economic impact to area Annual event generated $4.4 million in 2015

THIBODAUX, La. – If trends hold, the Bayou Region can expect a healthy economic boost when the 21st annual Manning Passing Academy kicks off Thursday, June 23, and runs through Sunday, June 26, at Nicholls State University.

This premier football camp attracts over 1,200 high school quarterbacks and receivers from across the United States as well as international destinations.

According to data prepared by the South Louisiana Economic Council (SLEC), the four-day academy’s economic effect in 2015 totaled $4,454,767 in direct tourism, entertainment, and field maintenance spending.

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Louisiana legislative session ends, another begins MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s lawmakers wrapped up their regular legislative session Monday, unable to break a stalemate on the state’s multibilliondollar construction budget.

But they’re not going anywhere.

Instead, they got a halfhour break before they started another session, this one on taxes, called by Gov. John Bel Edwards in an effort to raise money to stave off budget cuts.

They begin that session still bristling, after House leaders stalled a $4 billion bill to finance state construction projects, including roadwork, state park improvements and

building repairs. The House and Senate disagree on how to pare spending to account for the state’s current cash crunch.

House Speaker Taylor Barras and other Republican House leaders blocked efforts to bring the measure up for a vote, saying the Senate’s changes to the bill put it in such disarray that it couldn’t be cleaned up easily. Instead, Barras asked lawmakers to wait until the special session to draft a new construction budget bill, adding that to the list of financial items to tackle by June 23. “We have the luxury, if you will, of a special session to make some corrections,� said Barras, R-New Iberia.

Rep. Walt Leger, the No. 2-ranking member of the House and a Democrat, criticized House inaction. He said the Legislature hadn’t failed to pass a construction budget, known as the capital outlay bill, in the regular session since the 1970s. “It seems irresponsible to me,� said Leger,

D-New Orleans.

Senators said the House refused to negotiate over the bill, with Senate leaders accusing House members of shirking their elected duties. Edwards described it as a “breakdown� of leadership in the House, where he was a member until January. “We don’t deal with disagreements by hiding. I’m disappointed some members of the House did not do everything they could to move this bill,� Edwards said.

On the state’s operating budget, the House and Senate struck a compromise Sunday on the $26 billion spending plan for the financial year that begins July 1, making widespread cuts to close a $600 million shortfall. “I think in very difficult times, we produced a balanced budget based on the revenues that were available to us,� said Senate President John Alario, R-Westwego.

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Parish officials urge citizens to sign up for CodeRED emergency notifications

Celebrating 40 years ‌

As hurricane season begins, Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre and Lafourche Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle announced a new emergency alert service immediately available to all residents.

The system is called “CodeRED� and allows citizens to sign up online to receive location-based notifications by phone call or text message in the case of an emergency.

While details on emergencies, such as mandatory evacuations, hazardous material spills, and boil water advisories, are always announced through news releases and social media, Parish Government and the Sheriff’s Office have also been utilizing a telephone system which made automated phone calls to residents in a specified area in the event of such an emergency.

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Photo by Babs

Harris Guidry checks out the red songbird on display at the Cajun Heritage Festival held this weekend at the Larose Civic Center.

The Festival, celebrating 40 years, showcased some of the best carving pieces and most beautiful artwork in south Louisiana from an all-star cast of extremely talented carvers.

Louisiana Family Caregiver Act signed into law Louisiana becomes the 23rd state to adopt C.A.R.E. act legislation in United States

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana – Critical help for nearly a million family caregivers across Louisiana will soon arrive thanks to Governor Edwards.

Gov. Edwards signed the Louisiana Family Caregiver Act (Senate Bill 376) to better support family caregivers as they safely care for their loved one at home after being released from the hospital. The legislation, brought by Senator Yvonne Dorsey-Colomb of Baton Rouge and unanimously passed by the Louisiana Legislature, will officially take effect August 1st, 2016.

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caregiver and requires hospitals to offer that caregiver instruction and demonstrations of medical tasks they are expected to provide for their loved ones at home. “Family caregivers are performing very complicated tasks for loved ones with chronic illness, and these include managing medication, preparing food for special diets, wound cleaning, dealing with monitors and other special equipment,� said Denise Bottcher, State Director, AARP Louisiana. “Most older adults who receive assistance at home rely exclusively on unpaid family caregivers for help.�

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Uncharted waters: Restoring deep Gulf fouled by BP spill CAIN BURDEAU Associated Press

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Wednesday, June 8, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Animal shelter board meeting set for Wed.

The Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter Advisory Board will host a meeting on Wednesday, June 8 at 6 p.m. at Nicholls State University Picciola Hall Conference Room, 901 East First Street, Thibodaux, LA.

Cut Off Fishing Rodeo to be held Saturday

Cut Off Fishing Club will host their 12th annual fishing rodeo on Saturday, June 11 at the Cut Off Youth Center. The rodeo is from 12:01 a.m. to 5 p.m., with presentation beginning at 6 p.m.

Categories are bull red, rat red, speckled trout, flounder, bull drum, rat drum, bass and perch. Children’s division categories are rat red, speckled trout and perch. Entrance fee is $20 for adult and $10 for children.

Tickets available at

Glen’s Barbershop and the Cut Off Youth Center. FMI call Mike Danos 985-8551718.

Raceland fire station open house set for Sat.

Lafourche Fire District #1 volunteers are hosting an open house on Saturday, June 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Station 5, 3159 Hwy 1, Raceland.

Hamburgers, hotdogs, sweets, soft drinks and water will be served. Activities will include kids’ games, free smoke alarm application, membership information, equipment demonstrations and fire extinguisher use instructions.

Lockport KCs to host tea event June 12

On Sunday, June 12 at 2 p.m. at the KC home in Lockport there will be a Tea for Holy Savior. Men, women and children are invited. The cost is $20 per person.

There will be a hat judging contest for those who want to participate. Zinna Sampey will demonstrate closet and garage organization tips.

Special guest, Raceland American Idol contestant Cameron Richard will perform.

For tickets, call the Holy Savior Administration Office at 532-3533 or Mal Sapia at 805-0938.

Lafourche recreation locations, dates posted

Lafourche Recreation District #3 will have summer recreation programs at the Larose Civic Center, Cut Off Youth Center, Galliano Elementary School and Golden Meadow Middle School.

Programs are scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. during the weeks of: June 6-9, June 13-16, June 20-23, June 27-30, July 11-14, and July 18-21. The programs will be closed from July 4-7.

Registration for adult softball due June 12

LRD #3 adult softball registration is going on now.

Men and women, age 18 and up, are encouraged to register. Individuals and teams welcomed.

Deadline to register is June 12. Contact Desi Sanders at 665-0478.

Blood drive for local boy set for June 14

The family and friends of T-Vic Lee, 7, son of Abbie and Ludovic Lee, will host a blood drive with Ochsner Blood Bank at Galliano Elementary School, 148 West 158th St. in Galliano. The

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Notice is hereby given pursuant of Article 7. Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705 (B) that a public hearing of the Grand Isle Port Commission in Grand Isle will be held at its regular meeting place at the Grand Isle Multiplex Building located at 3101 Louisiana Highway 1 on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at noon to consider levying additional or increased millage rate without further voter approval or adopting the adjusted millage rates after reassessment and rolling forward to rates not to exceed the prior year’s maximum. The estimated amount of tax revenues to be collected in the next year from the increased millage is $278,461.90, and the amount of the increase in taxes attributable to the millage increase if $4,115.20.

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blood drive will be on Tuesday, June 14 from 1 - 7 p.m. in the school library.

All blood typed needed. All donors will receive a Blood Bank t-shirt.

Please remember to bring a picture ID and eat a healthy meal before donating.

Tattered, torn flags sought for disposal

American Legion Post 259 of Golden Meadow would like to invite the public, Veterans, and the boys and girls scout troops to attend their ceremony of proper way to dispose of old, tattered flags. The event will be held at the Golden Meadow Oakridge Park at 5 p.m. on June 15.

Tattered flags can be brought to the Golden Meadow, Galliano or Cut Off Post Office, or call Donald Callais at 985-475-5583.

Swamp People stars to appear at lunch benefit

A plate lunch benefit for Katie Kreamer, to help with the cost of breast cancer related expenses, will be held on Thursday, June 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lockport Volunteer Fire Department, 806 Crescent Ave. An $8 donation will get you a plate lunch consisting of ground meat spaghetti, green salad, roll and a drink. Every lunch donation will be entered for a prize drawing.

There will be a special appearance by Swamp Peo-

ple, Ron Methvin, from noon to 1 p.m. and R.J. Molinere from 1 to 2 p.m.

FMI call Katie at 985209-0005 or Mike at 985859-0454; or email lunch70374@yahoo.com.

Guidry, Dr. Roland Thomassie, Jessie Guidry, Rudy Ledet, Linton Hebert, or Matt Danos. You may also contact Our Lady of the Rosary church business office.

Farm camp slated for June 13 - 17

Conceal, Carry class slated for June 18

Roduz Ranch will host a Summer Farm Camp for children, ages 5 and up, starting on Monday, June 13 at 4 p.m. to Friday, June 17 at 6 p.m.

Children will get to live the farm life interacting with all of the animals such as horses, dairy cows, bottle feeding calves, donkey, emus, pig, ducks, chickens, quails, rabbits, bunnies, pheasants, plus many more.

Email roduzranch @rocketmail.com for registration forms. Cost is $100 per child for the week.

KCs steak dinner to be held June 18

The Knights of Columbus will hold their annual steak dinner on Saturday, June 18, at the Larose Civic Center.

The event will benefit The Noah Project and KC Council 8898. A social will begin at 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Dinner will be served afterward. An auction will be held after dinner.

Donations are $50 a plate. Tables for 8 can be reserved.

Contact Council Officers for tickets: N.J. Lefort, Ned Cheramie, John

Eymard Shooting Academy will host a Conceal and Carry Class on Saturday, June 18 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Eymard’s Shooting Range on Hwy 3235 in Cut Off. Cost is $125 per person. Participants must bring eye and ear protection and 36 rounds of ammo.

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The new CodeRED system offers that same functionality, but it will also call or send text messages to cell phones of citizens who sign up online.

Additionally, the system will allow for several thousand more phone calls to be made simultaneously, reducing the total time needed to call each citizen to a few minutes rather than, what was in some cases, several hours.

When signing up for CodeRED online, each citizen will complete a form requesting basic information, including the citizen’s name, address and phone number. Multiple phone numbers can be added, including land-based telephone lines and cell phones with an option to receive text message alerts. An email address can also be added to receive the notifications by email.

Upon submitting the information, users will have the option to create a “managed account”. This option is recommended so that users can change information, such as phone numbers or addresses, in the future, if necessary. Finally, users will have a final opportunity to verify all information, including the ability to pinpoint your address on a map and even conduct a test call to the phone number(s) entered.

“With a large number of residents ‘cutting the cord’ and opting exclusively for cell phone service, we needed a way to reach these residents in addition to the landline owners,” said Sheriff Webre.

President Cantrelle echoed Sheriff Webre’s comments.

“As technology evolves, more and more people are on mobile devices than ever before,” said Cantrelle.

Residents can register by going to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office website (www.lpso.net) or the Lafourche Parish Government website (www. lafourchegov.org) and clicking on the CodeRED link on the homepages. Residents and businesses who wish to enroll by telephone, or need more information, please contact the Lafourche Parish Government Office of Emergency Preparedness at (985) 532-8174.

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More than 660,000 family caregivers in Louisiana help their loved ones to live independently at home where they want to be. Estimates suggest that family caregivers in Louisiana provide 615 million hours of unpaid care valued at about $6.47 billion annually.

“Family caregivers carry a huge responsibility. Caring for a loved one is already physically and emotionally draining without the stress of figuring out complicated medical tasks on your own,” said Sen. Yvonne DorseyColomb, D-Baton Rouge.

“SB 376 will advance common sense steps that would make a world of difference to family caregivers.”

“The better prepared family caregivers are when they take their loved ones home from the hospital, the smoother the transition will be for both patient and caregiver and the better the health outcome,” said Andrew Muhl, Advocacy Director, AARP Louisiana.

The Family Caregiver

Act, which has the support of groups like the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals and the Louisiana Hospital Association, would give families the support they need to care for their loved one at home.

“The LHA and Louisiana hospitals strongly believe that the best patient outcomes are achieved when family caregivers have the tools and knowledge necessary to properly care for their loved ones after they are released from the hospital,” said Greg Waddell, Vice President of Legal, Governmental and Regulatory Affairs, Louisiana Hospital Association.

The bill, which could reduce costly hospital readmissions, requires designated family caregivers be identified and included in the patient’s official medical record and that hospitals notify family caregivers prior to a patient’s transfer or discharge.

“Before I got power of

attorney for my dad, the doctor wouldn’t tell me anything. I didn’t know his medicine. I didn’t know what he needed to eat, for his nutrition. They wouldn’t talk to me. They would only talk to him,” said Britnee Fergins, a caregiver from Shreveport who cares for her 91-year-old father diag-

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ones are sent home from the hospital, a 2014 AARP survey found.

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“In a Small Pond”

By Leroy Martin Recording at Cosimo

Huey Meaux and Mickey Gilley saw me walk in at Cosimo’s with my Fender bass.

“What is that?,” Huey yelled in a mike.

“My new bass guitar,” I answered.

“No! No!,” he continued. “You and your old bass have recorded hits for me and I want that sound.

Don’t fix what ain’t broke.

Get your old bass.”

“Sorry,” I fibbed. “I sold it.” (It was home, and eventually destroyed in the Hurricane Hilda flood of 1964).

The Vikings, already set up, began rehearsing with Huey listening carefully. After about 10 minutes he told Cosimo: “Play the Barbara Lynn master tape.” (You’ll Lose a Good Thing, a million seller we had recorded).

He listened intensely and finally said, “Well, it must have been your style I liked because I can’t tell the difference, so let’s record.”

I played it for years until a friend said, “Your guitar’s starting to show wear and tear.”

The late D.J. Collins was good at refurnishing guitars and agreed to do mine. BIG MISTAKE! D.J. did a good job but Fender guitars are collectibles and the instrument I had bought for $125 was now worth thousands but 50% less without its original finish. I eventually retired it and gave it to my son Mike for his collection. It now belongs to my grandson, NASCAR racer Hal Martin, but it’s still in my man cave.

Recording sessions I learned about recording by questioning engineers.

“What’s that do-jigger? What does that thing-a-ma-bob do? What does this gadget control?

What’s that gizmo?” (You can tell I knew all the technical names.)

Some of the studios I recorded at were Cosimo’s in New Orleans, Stan Lewis’ in Shreveport, Montel’s in Baton Rouge, Starday in Beaumont, Sugar Hill in Pasedena, and Castle in Nashville.

Cosimo Matassa’s first studio was back of a record shop on Rampart Street, a small room that musicians, engineers and equipment squeezed into.

The sound was cut into wax discs, and errors meant starting over with a new wax disc. Minor errors were ignored and appear today on many big hits recorded there such as Fats Domino’s Blueberry Hill, Little Richard’s Tuttie Fruitie, Lloyd Price’s Lawdy Miss Claudy, and many others.

A few years ago I attended a ceremony designating that building, now a laundry mat, with a plaque which declares it a “historic” building.

Fats Domino, Dave Bartelameau, Cosimo Matassa and other celebrities were there.

I never recorded there, but in 1949, Dudley Bernard and his guitar player Luke Charpentier, Jr. recorded Alone Without You Darling, a 78 rpm. The next year I would join Dudley’s band, the “Southern Serenaders”.

In the 1950’s Cosimo moved to a former ware-

Notice is hereby given pursuant of Article 7. Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705 (B) that a public hearing of the Town of Grand Isle in Grand Isle will be held at its regular meeting place at the Grand Isle Multiplex Building located at 3101 Louisiana Highway 1 on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. to consider levying additional or increased millage rate without further voter approval or adopting the adjusted millage rates after reassessment and rolling forward to rates not to exceed the prior year’s maximum. The estimated amount of tax revenues to be collected in the next year from the increased millage is $687,181.45, and the amount of the increase in taxes attributable to the millage increase if $10,154.06.

house on Camp Street, a huge room with concrete floors and primitive air conditioning. Before a recording session, a truck poured a ton of crushed ice in a corner and a huge fan would blow cold air into the studio.

The ice lasted two hours, but the sessions up to six. We would then strip to the essentials and, covered with sweat, complete the session. In the winter electric heaters would unsucessfully attempt to warm up the room so we dressed accordingly.

Remarkably, it was there, under those conditions, that our band, the Vikings, recorded hundreds of songs for dozens of labels and artists which produced many hits, national, regional and locally.

Some sold thousands, some millions, but most of them, as with all record releases, died and the artists

were never heard from again. Par for the course.

As a session musician, sometimes producer or director, I saw more failures than successes, but it was quite an experience. Every song ever recorded was thought to be a potential hit. But as the old saying goes, “Millions are called, but few are chosen.”

I recently read a book about country artist Roger Miller, who in his lifetime made many beautiful and audacious quotes.

Once watching the sun rise he said, “Here comes God, with his headlights on.”

Another time, “You’ve got to know which pocket your pills are in and which one’s your change. The other day I had a headache and before I knew it I had taken thirty-five cents.”

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Larose native and Mathews resident Sharlene Eymard Dufrene, will be displaying her fine artwork at the Jean Lafitte Wetlands and Acadia Cultural Center at 314 St. Mary St. in Thibodaux, now through August 30.

Besides swamp and bayou scenes, this exhibit includes paintings of old houses and some historical sights of the south.

The exhibit may be viewed, free to the public, during the Center’s normal business hours on Mondays and Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Fridays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 12 noon.

Pictured is Sharlene Dufrene at work at her home in Mathews.

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Wednesday, June 8, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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The document is a rough draft of a spending plan for state government agencies, however. Lawmakers will fill in holes with any revenue they raise in the special session.

During the threemonth regular session that began March 14, lawmakers passed new restrictions on abortion, became the first state to expand hatecrime laws to cover police and firefighters, placed cost controls on the TOPS college tuition program and made regulatory changes aimed at speeding the start of Louisiana’s medical marijuana program.

Outside of the budget, many of Edwards’ top agenda items stalled in the majority-Republican Legislature.

Lawmakers spurned the Democratic governor’s push for a minimum-wage increase and expanded equal pay law, and his effort to put new limits on charter schools and the voucher program failed.

Edwards said continued haggling over the budget “severely limited some of the things we’d like to do.”

But he touted passage of bills to raise the adult prosecution age in Louisiana by one year, to include 17-year-old offenders in the juvenile justice system, and to allow driv-

ers to get a REAL ID-compliant license, amid concerns that people will have difficulty boarding domestic flights in a few years without one.

The House and Senate split on many of their own issues.

Senators rejected House-backed legislation to penalize “sanctuary cities” that don’t enforce federal immigration law and to enact a new law declaring that pastors and churches don’t have to perform same-sex marriage ceremonies. The Senate didn’t even hold a hearing on a House proposal requiring students in certain public school grades to recite the Declaration of Independence daily.

Lawmakers also refused to add protections into Louisiana law against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity or to meddle in local government decisions about removing Confederate monuments.

But they passed several measures to place new limits on abortion. Edwards has signed bills requiring women seeking an abortion to wait 72 hours and banning a secondtrimester abortion procedure called dilation and evacuation unless it is necessary to prevent serious health risks to the mother.

The session was largely consumed with worry about budget cuts and their implications. In an

earlier special session, lawmakers raised more than $1.2 billion in taxes for next year’s budget, but it wasn’t enough to fill all gaps.

Including the first special session, the Louisiana Legislature has been in session every week since Feb. 14. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte

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damaged by the spill and worked on the government’s restoration plans.

“We are in uncharted waters here.”

The continental shelf drops sharply, about 25 miles off the Louisiana coast. A mile below, there’s a world of inky cold blackness. Although obscure, this deep ocean world is a foundation of the life and food webs of the Gulf. Scientists say it’s important to try restoring it.

In April, a federal judge approved BP’s $20 billion settlement to cover the spill’s environmental and economic damage. But a relatively small portion of that — about $273 million — has been earmarked for restoring the deep ocean over the next 15 years.

It’s far from clear if much can be done because deep-sea restoration has never been attempted, scientists said.

There won’t be nurseries for deep-sea starfish, lobsters and shrimp. Don’t expect corals to be hatched in laboratories and transported a mile down to the Gulf floor. Oil mixed in the sediment won’t be picked up by submarines or subsea robots.

“Picking up (oil-contaminated) sediment over hundreds of miles is just not practicable,” said Paul Montagna, a marine biologist with the Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

Sea cucumbers, worms, and crustaceans are about the only living things found in the vast stretches of muddy and sandy bottoms. They feed on detritus floating down.

This sameness is broken in places by colonies of spindly

colorful ancient corals.

Here, crabs, eels, fish and shrimp congregate.

“These deep sea critters grow so slowly ... all we can do is wait and hope they recover fully,” said Samantha Joye, a marine biologist at the University of Georgia, in an email.

“This is something our grandkids may very well still be studying 40 years from now!”

BP’s out-of-control deep well spat oil for 87 days into the Gulf in 2010.

Much of it never reached the surface, kept in the depths both by chemical dispersants sprayed to keep the oil from reaching shorelines and by natural forces.

Studies estimated up to about 30 percent of the more than 172 million gallons of oil released from the well remained in the Gulf and up to about 3,250 square miles of the seafloor was affected — an area nearly the size of Yellowstone National Park.

Scientists have discovered extensive damage, down deep.

The worst was near BP’s blown-out well, 45 miles off the Louisiana coast. But a much larger area was struck by underwater oil plumes and covered in contaminated marine snow, stringy brown, wool-like clumps of particles that drifted down from the surface slicks.

Close to the well, scientists say oil coated creatures and coral, killing them.

Farther away, oil contamination has stunted animals’ growth, left corals with broken branches and fouled the food web.

This injury to the deepsea should not be ignored, scientists said.

“The more we learn about the deep-sea, the more we learn about the connections between shallow waters and the deep water. Changes in the deep-sea have repercussions for the wider Gulf,” Cordes said. “But the scary part is that we don’t know what the repercussions may be.”

Fish of all kinds get nourishment down in the deep. Important nutrients originate there. The deepsea also absorbs much of the planet’s heat and car-

bon dioxide.

Despite the difficulty, there are ideas for repairing the deep Gulf.

A government restoration plan suggests dumping oyster shell, limestone and manufactured “reef balls” into the ocean in the hope that coral and fish colonize them.

The plan also considers transplanting healthy coral to reefs hit by the oil.

The plan notes this has never been done in deep waters before, just as growing deep-sea coral in laboratories has not been attempted.

Baruch Rinkevich, a coral restoration expert at the National Institute of Oceanography in Israel, said in an email that deepwater coral restoration is stymied by a lack of knowledge of their biology. Techniques for restoring shallow-water corals have not been tried in the deep, he added.

Scientists also hope to prevent further injury.

Some areas could be designated as protected reserves: no-go zones for fishing and oil and gas drilling, places where vessels would be prohibited from dumping waste and debris and from anchoring.

Researchers are looking at protecting a long deep-

sea cliff off the Louisiana coast, not far from the spilldamaged sites. Cordes said that could help coral larvae along the cliff migrate and populate sick and dying reefs closer to the spill zone.

Other ideas include fixing leaky oil and gas pipelines and wells that may be hurting deep-water life.

Brittany Croll, an environmental scientist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration who’s worked on the restoration plans, is hopeful because researchers can draw knowledge from coral restoration that’s been done in shallower waters.

She also said habitat restoration in shallower waters and along shorelines will indirectly help the offshore because so many species migrate from both places.

Regardless, recovery will be slow. Life forms in the deep grow very slowly — about 10 times slower a half mile under the ocean.

Cordes is disappointed deep Gulf restoration hasn’t already begun.

“Out of sight, out of mind, unfortunately,” Cordes said. “People still don’t realize that there are massive coral reefs right in their back yard in the Gulf of Mexico.”

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Two radKIDS courses Free recreational fishing days set for June 11-12 slated for June and July

Wednesday, June 8, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

For the 18th year, the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host radKIDS® Defense Courses for children this summer. These courses are designed for children 5 to 12 years of age and provide hands-on techniques giving children the tools they need to identify, avoid and if necessary, respond to danger.

The schedule for the courses is as follows: - The Learning Center at Lady of the Sea Hospital, 200 West 134th Place, Cut Off; Monday, June 20 through Thursday, June 23. Deadline to register is Friday, June 17.

- American Legion Hall, 238 Bowie Road,

Hooks & Leaders Fishing Rodeo to benefit SLHS Cheerleaders

July 23

$20

Bridgeside Marina Tickets on Sale at The Lafourche Gazette M-F 8am - 3pm

Raceland; Tuesday, July 5 through Friday, July 8.

Deadline to register is Friday, July 1.

A third class will be held in Thibodaux in July with dates and location to be announced later this month.

Children, ages 5-7, attend daily morning sessions from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and an afternoon session is held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for children ages 8-12.

Parents can elect to drop their child(ren) off or stay for the two-hour program each day. Children are urged to wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes.

Cost is $10 per child (for course materials).

Class size is limited, so advance registration is required.

To register, please download and complete the registration form. Send completed form and $10 check (made payable to Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office) to: Sergeant Carla Landry, 1156 Highway 90 East, Raceland, LA 70394.

For more information, contact Sergeant Carla Landry at (985) 537-9652 or carlalandry@lpso.net.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is once again offering Free Recreational Fishing Days this weekend, June 11-12.

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during this annual event.

LDWF hopes the weekend will introduce newcomers, visitors and people who haven’t fished in a while to one of Louisiana’s most popular sports.

If you already have a fishing license, consider

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taking a friend or family member who has never been fishing.

Anglers are allowed to fish on all public bodies of waters without a license, but all fishing regulations still apply.

A new residential development for independent residents, 55 and older, who are interested in maintenance-free living, is NOW OPEN.

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Wednesday, June 8, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

House For Sale in Cut Off. Nice 3 br, 1 ba. $58,000, $10,000 below appraisal. Call 985-691-1367, leave voice mail. _________________ Home For Sale: 143 East 29th St., Cut Off. 4,000 sq.ft. 3 bedroom; 2.5 bath; built in pool. $348,000. Can be seen on zillow.com with Larose zip code, 70373. Call (985) 6771679. _________________ For Sale: 2 bedroom, 2 bath trailer. Sits on private lot in Larose. $45,000. Call 6911367 and leave voicemail. _________________ House to be moved or torn down for materials. Call 985-6378198 or 985-258-5775. _________________ House For Sale with Bayou side Property: 3 bd., 1 ba., office, 2 car garage, 1750 sq.ft., huge partially fenced yard, 125’x288’. 14617 East Main, Cut Off. 985691-9475. _________________ For Sale: 3 bedroom; 2 bath; brick home; 1800 sq. ft.; attached garage; (next to Cut Off Elementary); 115 West 56th St., corner of Hwy 1; large lot, 100x182 with bayouside and storage shed; GE stainless steel kitchen appliances; 9 ft. ceilings; oak floors; all new paint; total update; elevation certificate; cheap flood insurance! Call 985-8700049. $178,000 OBO. _________________ Brick Home For Sale: 4 bedroom; 1.5 bath; garage. Asking $85,000. Call 985258-1685. _________________ House For Sale: 3 bedroom; 1 bath; $60,000 as is; 165 East 37th St., in Cut Off. Nice neighborhood. Must be sold as soon as possible. For more info, call (985) 693-8877 or (985) 691-1033. _________________

BUSINESSES

Restaurant Building For Lease: Great location/move in ready, 13025 Hwy. 1, Larose.

Fully equipped/addt’l b-b-q room attached.

Approx. 3,000 sq ft., $ 3 0 0 0 / m t h , $1000/dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-665-7375. _________________ 300+ FT. COMMERCIAL DOCK SPACE FOR RENT: Bayou Lafourche along Hwy 308, Cut Off. (5) 3pile clusters 55’ long each. Water and electricity available, plus security cameras and parking. Call for pricing and more information. 985-691-1229. _________________

LAND

For Sale: House, farmlife, trailer, whatever pleases you will make this property home. Large unrestricted lot 107x330.

West 42nd St., Cut Off. Turn right on Ave C. Lot entrance is at end of road. $30,000.

Nice neighborhood, minutes from schools.

Call 985-278-4679 or 985-258-5150. _________________

FOR RENT

Studio Cottage For Rent: Single occupancy (1 person). $600/mo and $300/damage dep. All utilities paid. Lawn service provided. Private laundry mat on site.

Located in Larose. 985-665-9618 or 985-859-3953. _________________ Ask about FREE RENT Move In Special! Large 2BR, 1ba. apt. in Cut Off. Pets welcomed. Furnished and unfurnished units available. Unfurnished unit $795/mo. with lease. $750/sec. deposit. To see pics go to www.coteblancheapartments.com. Call Bill at 985-325-5626. _________________

Buying? Selling? Call Me!

Angela Gisclair, Realtor

985-691-3773 LAND

MLS# 115650: From Hwy. 90 take Hwy. 1 to Larose, then to Hwy. 3235 the property is located a quarter mile from Hwy. 24. The property has a dirt pad already in place, and a access through west 9th street off of Hwy. LA. 1. A great location ready to build on. $80,000

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY

MLS # 120622: MOVE IN READY.... Sitting on 2 lots in a well established Larose neighborhood, this 3 BR/ 2 ba. mobile home is move in ready. Wood laminate flooring in the living room, most furniture stays as well as ALL appliances. Metal roof only 2-3 years old, gutters added 1 year ago. Spacious, unattached workshop that can also function as car garage. Parking pad can easily fit 2 vehicles. Covered patio situated in the front of the home. A fence borders the back side of the property as well as the workshop side. CALL FOR A SHOWING TODAY!!!! Â $59,000

Look for my ad next Wednesday with more listings!

200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off | 985-325-7107 Since 1916

9400sqft Home For Sale in Cut Off

2 Story House for rent: 5 bedroom; 3 bath in Golden Meadow. $1200/mth.

ALSO 1 bedroom, 1 bath in Valentine. $500/mth.

Utilities paid. Call 258-6039. _________________ 1 Bedroom Apt with Kitchenette and bath. $350/mth plus utilities.

Mathews, LA. Call (985) 537-9259. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: in Cut Off. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, furnished. $950/mthly, utilities included. $600 damage deposit. Pets welcomed. Call 985278-0122. _________________ 2 Bedroom Mobile Home For Rent: partially furnished; washer/ dryer hookup; water paid; no pets; private yard. $595/ mth., $400/ dep. Call 985-632-2158 or 985533-6212. _________________ House For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. partly furnished in Golden Meadow. $1150/mth., $1150/dep.

Please call 985-691-3780 for application. No pets. _________________ For Rent: 2 bedroom, 2 bath House in Galliano/Cut Off area. $650 a month, $650 damage deposit. No texting. Call (985) 632-6549 or (985) 665-0936, leave a CLEAR message and number to call. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 136 North Willow St., Lockport. 3 bd., 2 ba. $800/monthly and $800/ deposit. Call 637-2327 or 2098126. _________________ For Rent: 3bd, 2ba. home in Galliano. $900/mth with a $500/dep. plus utilities. Call 985-2587808 or 985-677-1889. _________________ For Rent: Unfurnished. 3 bed, 2 bath.

Located at 9535 Hwy 308, Lockport, LA. $725 per month rent, plus deposit $1100.

No smoking allowed inside home. Phone: 985-532-2541, ext.

17. _________________ For Rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath house in Golden Meadow.

2124 S. Alex Plaisance. $1200 per month. I pay water, you pay electric. Call Kenny at 225-2871725. _________________ Room for Rent in Cut Off area: $100 a week; electric and water included; cable, tv, wifi, washer and dryer also included; preferably a non smoker, but smoking allowed on front and back deck; no alcohol or drug use!

Race/gender/sexual preference not an issue. Call Brian at 985-255-6971 _________________ Apartment For rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. Located at 102 West 4th St., Westside Apts., Apt. 4 is available for $675/ mth., $600 damage deposit. By application only. Call 985691-3104. _________________

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

Small 2 Bedroom Trailer For Rent: utilities paid. $650/mth., $650/deposit. Larose area. Also, Large 2 bd. Apt For Rent.

Water paid. Larose area. $650/mth., $650/deposit.

985665-2548. _________________ Apts. For Rent: Newly built, 2 bd.; all new appliances; washer/ dryer; quiet neighborhood; lots of land; water paid; lawn care maintenance; $675/mth., $675/dep.

Call Dustin at 985677-2196. _________________ One Bedroom, One Bath House For Rent: Washer/ dryer/ stove; all utilities and lawn care provided by landlord; Larose area; $750 a month, $750 damage deposit. Call (985) 632-6549 or (985) 665-0936, leave a CLEAR number to call. No texting. _________________ For Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment on HWY 3235 in Golden Meadow. Offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water is included. Six month lease required then month to month afterwards. $625/month; $625/deposit.

FMI Call 985-798-7433 or 985-637-6258. _________________ Quiet Place/ Quiet Person! Trailer for Rent: Single person; no pets; no children. 1 bedroom, 1 bath, furnished. $650/mth., $500/dep.

Utilities/ cable included. Call 985-691-3104 for apONLY plication.

QUIET/ CLEAN PEOPLE APPLY PLEASE! _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 2 ba., Trailer in Larose. Sits on private lot in quiet neighborhood. $750 /mth. Call 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________ Unfurnished Apartment For Rent: Two bedroom; 1 bath; Cut Off area. Includes stove, fridge, and water paid. $600/mth., $500 dep. No pets.

Taking applications.

Call 985-632-6845. _________________

FOR RENT 1 bd., 2 bd., 3 bd., mobile homes. Cemented camper spots. day-weekmonth. Nice quiet neighborhood. Long term discounts. Rent starts at $300/mth.

Laundromat on site24/7-7days a week.

Utility included in rent.Store on site.

Fish cleaning station coming. Perfect for individuals, families, companies, fisherman. Come be another one of our satisfied customers.

Call 985-637-4133, asks for Tommy. We appreciate our customers and it shows!

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

108 Peterson Lane, Galliano 985-637-4133 _________________

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

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

For Sale: Barn with loft and floor. 16 ft. wide x 24 ft. deep x 13 ft. high. Asking $9,500 or best offer considered. Call 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________ For Sale: Goodman 4 ton Condenser. Model #GSX130483, 230 volts, 3 phase, Freon 410A. Paid $1,200, asking $800. Defelice Electric Heating and Cooling. 693-3700. _________________ For Sale: Estate Dryer, 240vac, white front load, $200. Estate Washer, 120vac, white top load, $200.

Both very good condition. Call 985-6919466 or 985-632-2602. _________________ For Sale: Bach (TR301) Trumpet and Case. Purchased in 2012 from Hofman in Thibodaux. Asking $390. Call Ray at 985688-3239 or Sherry at 985-688-3238. _________________

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Since 1916

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$1,360,000

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A charming apt. overlooking Bayou Lafourche for rent: 2 bd; partly furnished, including washer & dryer; total electric; water paid; utility shed; $650/mth., $500 security deposit.

Located off LA 1 at 505 North Bayou Dr. Golden Meadow. Call (985) 209-0026. _________________ House For Rent: 2 or 3 bedroom; 2 baths; 1 foyer or office room; all major appliances included; 10 ft. ceilings; 2 antique brick porches; high efficiency A/C; clean and quiet; shed available; no smoking; no indoor pets; $1,000 per month. Taking applications. Call 985-2588736. _________________ For Rent: 3 bd., 1.5 ba., executive style home with cathedral ceilings; large porch; near G.M. Upper (153 Nichols St.); wood floors; dishwasher; fridge; oven. $1,100/mth., $1,100/ dep. Call 232-1948. _________________ House For Rent: 4 bd., 2 full baths in Galliano. $1500/mth plus deposit.

Available Now! For applications call, 985-258-7072. _________________ 2 Bedroom Apt for Rent in Gheens: Call 985-532-6755. _________________ Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $750/mth, $750/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________ New Luxury Condos For Rent in Thibodaux, 2 br, 2 ba, with all appl. provided.

Quality units at best rates in town. Call 985-859-5983 for pricing and availability. _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. $700/mth. $500/dep.

Galliano area. Next to Lady of the Sea. 985677-0915. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. in Golden Private Meadow. street. 985-677-1155. _________________

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55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums with lids for sale.

Please call (985) 2911329 for more information. _________________ For Sale: Jazzy Select Electric wheel chair, comes with batteries, battery charger, weather cover and carrier. $700. Wet saw and stand for sale, $80. Call 985-6911270. _________________ Mausoleum For Sale: Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Holds 2. Crypt 204, Tier C. St. Peter’s Walk. $8,000 Firm. Call 985-2781155 for info. _________________

GARAGE SALES

Multi Family Garage Sale: Thursday, June 9 from 8am to 3pm at 458 Hamilton St., Larose. Table and chairs, comforter set, clothes, lots of everything. _________________ Garage Sale: Friday, June 10 from 7am till at 448 West 54th St., Cut Off. Lots of everything! _________________ Garage Sale: 152 West 32nd St., Thursday, June 9 from 8am to 4pm. Lots of men and womens clothes.

Mostly small womens clothes. Lots of popular brands. Lots of womens shoes, size 6.5-8.5, knick knacks, etc. _________________ Garage Sale: Wednesday to Friday, June 8-10 from 9am to 3pm at 373 Chester Lee, Larose. Will be in garage. Soft drinks, name brand clothes, maternity, shoes, kitchen items, trolling motors, chop saw, sander and microwave. _________________ Huge Yard Sale: too much to mention at 118 West 191 St., gray brick home on right. Thursday, June 9, from 7am to 2pm; Friday, June 10 from 7am to 2pm; and Saturday, June 11 from 8am to 12pm. No early birds! Cancelled if raining. _________________ Yard Sale: Thursday and Friday, June 9 and 10 from 8am to 2pm at 12987 East Main in Larose. (right near East 7th St.) girls clothes, uniforms, womens clothes, housewares, Mardi Gras beads, redone furniture and all kinds of stuff. _________________ Garage Sale: 185 East 74th Pl. June 9,10,11. Singer Magic Steam press, twin bed, patio furniture set, swimming pools, jewelry, fragrances, men, women and children clothing, shoes, sandals, sunglasses, Thomas the Train, toys, lots of misc.

Weather permitting. _________________

Huge Garage Sale: baby stuff, home dĂŠcor, name brand clothes. Wednesday and Thursday, June 89. Hwy 3235, near Sonic on back road.

Do Not Miss Out! _________________ 2 Family Garage Sale: 130 and 159 Sunny Acres. North of Intracoastal. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, June 9, 10, 11 from 7am till. Lots of everything. New items added. _________________ Cleaned out the closets garage sale!

140 Serville Lane, Larose. 1 mile N. Larose Lower. June 9 from 8am to 3pm.

Nice name brand summer and winter clothes for young teenage girls, S-M, 69, dressy tanks, shorts, dresses, bathing suits, shirts, young boys uniform shirts, L, 18H, uniform pants, shirts, plus size womens 2x-3x nice clothes and shoes, mens nice dress shirts, L-XL. Holiday decorations, household items, knick knacks and more! _________________ Multi Family Garage Sale: 263 Leblanc Dr. Hwy 1, south of Lockport. June 10 and June 11 from 7am to 3pm. _________________ Garage Sale: Thursday, June 9 and Friday, June 10 from 8am till. East 12th St., Lots of items. new items. priced to go. _________________ Garage Sale: Wed., Thurs., and Fri., June 7, 8 and 9. Lots of everything, electronics, furniture, CDs, clothes, linen, fishing tools, too much to list!

Come see us at 154 Marshland St. on Hwy. 3235, almost across from Frank’s in Golden Meadow. If raining cancelled until following week. _________________

HELP WANTED

Doerle Food Service in Port Fourchon, LA is currently looking for Class A CDL Delivery Drivers (with clean driving record) Fast paced, physical environment and home every day. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation, health, dental, life insurance, 401(k) and potential driver safety bonus. Applications may be completed online at www.doerlefoods.com or resumes by mail at 113 Kol Dr., Broussard, LA 70518. We do not accept applications at our Fourchon facility! _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

QHSE Superintendent Full Time Position

Crosby Dredging & Construction is looking for a QHSE Superintendent for its construction business. The ideal candidate must have a strong working knowledge of OSHA construction and DOT Pipeline Regulations.

This position will work both in the field as well as the office. Working knowledge of Veriforce & ISNetworld programs is a plus. 5 to 10 plus years of experience in the pipeline/construction HSE field is required.

Applications can be found online at

www.crosbytugs.com

or can be filled out at our main office.

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

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

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

www.thelafourchegazette.com Deli, Short Order Cook Needed. Apply at Griffin’s Marina, 24215 Hwy 1, Leeville. (985) 3962415. _________________ ServiceMaster Quality Services is NOW HIRING a Part-Time Evening Janitorial Position.

Larose/ Galliano/ Golden Meadow area. $12/hour.

Apporximately 8-10 hours per week. Apply at our website: www.smqs.com/jobs or in person at 301 Howard Ave., Houma. 985872-1029. EOE. _________________ Heartland Barge Management, INC. located 20 minutes outside St. Louis, MO. We provide barge line services, barge management, equipment management services, facilitate sale or lease, and marine consulting services for Inland waterways in the United States and throughout the world.

There is no charge for listing equipment! Our services are free until we have a successful Closing or Lease Agreement in place.

Check us out at www.heartlandbarge .com $0 (618) 2814515. _________________ SBL Construction, LLC has an opening for a heavy equipment operator that also holds a Class B CDL with air brakes with clean driving record. Must be able to pass a physical and drug screening. FMI call 985-665-1220. _________________ Now Hiring! Night Auditor/ Front Desk Agent Must be able to work all shifts. Computer experience, positive attitude, and friendly personality are necessary. Maintenance/ Grounds Keeper Person Candidate must have transportation. Experience is a plus. Apply in person at Best Western Isabelle Court. 17026 Hwy 3235. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Help Wanted: Galliano Inn. Now hiring full-time Desk Clerk.

Must be able to work all shifts. Shifts are as follows: 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm and 11pm7am. Apply at 18628 Hwy 3235, Galliano. _________________

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 completed at be Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux.

EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Clerical / Sales Person needed for an insurance agency in the South / Central area. Send resume to Help Wanted at P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________ Joe’s Environmental Contractors has immediate openings for Class A CDL drivers with X-Endorsement.

Starting pay is $22/hour. Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits and paid vacations included. Come join a growing team! Apply in person at 15344 Highway 3235 Cut Off, LA 70345 or call 985-258-8785. _________________

SERVICES

Jim Crochet Home Improvements and Additions Carpentry, Plumbing, Roofing, Patios, Vinyl Siding, Flooring, Pressure Washing, Painting and more. Free estimates!

Great prices! Call Jim at (985) 805-1531. _________________ Plaisance Sheet Metal Summer Sale!

All gutters, patios and roofing, 15% off. Now through August 19.

Call for your free estimate, 985-632-4936. _________________ Need Pressure Washing Call DB Extreme Cleaning, LCC at 985-278-9583 or 985-278-7394. _________________ Tony’s Carpentry Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience.

Need carpentry, plumbing, painting, pressure washing call 985-278-7188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________

Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars

Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!

985-637-0164 Call Brad Watson

Class A & B Drivers Needed

Full-time, part-time and night / weekend work.

TWIC card, X Endorsement required.

Must have a clean driving record and able to pass a DOT physical and drug screen. Steady work (50+ hrs/wk) with excellent benefits: pd hosp, credit union, monthly gas allowance, qrtly bonus, retire plan and more. Fuel delivery exp. beneficial, not required Breaux Petroleum Products

237 N. Barrios St. Lockport, LA 70374

985-532-3358 7am - 5pm

K-Mar Supply in Cut Off

STORE MANAGER is now accepting applications for a Full Time

Male or Female

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

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

CLASSIFIED ADS

Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC Best Prices on the Bayou. Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic & laminate floors, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small. 20 yrs. exp.

Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985-3976254 or email curtis orgeron @gmail.com _________________ Swimming Lessons Teacher certifies in lifesaving and swimming. Years of experience dealing with children of all levels of swimming, including beginners. Children must be potty trained.

Heated pool. Summer sessionslessons taught morning or afternoon during June and July. Classes for adult ladies are also offered. FMI Call Mona at 985-6960229. _________________ 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. _________________ Summer Tutoring Certified teacher.

Bachelor’s degree in education. 17 plus years experience. Located in Golden Meadow. $125 for 10 one hour sessions.

(985) 665-8104. _________________ LABOVE PLUMBING Professional Plumbing Service. Gas, water, sewer. Ask about our payment options. 16844 West Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. LMP 7038.

Call 985-991-1881. _________________ 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. _________________

Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children, age’s infant to school age.

Call 985-696-1984, _________________ DOUBLE J ROOFING Specializing in reroofs, metal roofs, aluminum roofs and patio enclosures and repairs. 20 years experience and doing business in all parishes. Get the best for less! One call we can do it all!

Free estimates and senior discounts. FInancing available.

985-722-3129

Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting and trimming. Any size. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Licensed.

Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Express Limestone We handle limestone, sand and dirt. No job too small. Driveways and yard friendly. We cal also spread what we dump with our tractor. Call 985-6771196. _________________ Need a Handyman?

Large and small jobs.

Carpentry, Painting, Pressure Washing, Yard Work, etc. Whatever needs to be done. Call Reggie at (318)557-8119. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc.

No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________ I Pick Up Scrap Metal. Any kind.

Working or non working. Fridges, stoves, A/Cs, cars, etc. Call or text Ronnie at (251) 635-8991 or (251) 652-5881. _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________ 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. _________________

Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work.

Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Curry’s Painting Service New construction, remodels, interior- exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Experienced.

Call 985-258-0465 or 985258-6414. _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc.

Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ Doug’s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. 985-6378633 _________________ Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________

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 Lafourche Gazette’s dumpster across from the office is not allowed! _________________

PETS

Registered Miniature Female Schnauzer For Sale: 7 weeks old. Up to date on all shots and worming.

Non-shedding. Black and white party. FMI 985-677-6282. _________________

OBITUARIES

CLOVIS RIGAUD

Clovis Aubin Rigaud, 83, a native and resident of Grand Isle, La, born June 16, 1932 passed away May 31, 2016. Graveside services will be held on June 7, 2016 at 11:00 in Our Lady of the Isle Cemetery.

He was a veteran of the United State Army, a retired lifelong fisherman and oilfield welder. He was widowed by Carol Annette Crosby Rigaud and survived by present wife Margie Rigaud; sons, Rodney Rigaud wife Julie, Rocky Rigaud wife Donna, Randall Rigaud wife Sheila; grandchildren, Shannon Thomas, Derek Rigaud, Autumn Robertson, Cole Rabon, Ormi Rabon, and Shay Rigaud.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Rene’ Rabon.

Arrest reports O

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

JUNE 1, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Rhett Thibodeaux, 20, Larose.

DWI (2nd); hit and run driving; careless operation; contempt of court; resisting an officer; theft of a motor vehicle.

Tori Duplantis, 23, Raceland.

Taking contraband to/from penal institution; criminal mischief.

Autumn Adams, 33, Lockport.

Simple battery.

JUNE 2, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Christina Foley, 36, Cut Off. Fugitive of Alabama.

Ernest Turner, 49, Houma. Aggravated assault; domestic abuse battery.

Shaun Rutherford, 29, Cut Off. Contempt of court.

Public notice

PUBLIC NOTICE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (LDEQ) GALLIANO MARINE SERVICES, LLC - EDISON CHOUEST OFFSHORE DRAFT WATER DISCHARGE PERMIT

The LDEQ, Office of Environmental Services, is accepting written comments on a draft Louisiana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (LPDES) permit prepared for Galliano Marine Services, LLC, Edison Chouest Offshore, 16201 East Main Street, Cut Off, Louisiana 70345. The facility is located at 16201 East Main Street in Cut Off, Lafourche Parish. Upon the effective date of the final permit, the LPDES permit shall replace the previously issued LPDES permit.

The principal discharge from this existing source is made into local drainage, thence to 20 Arpent Canal, and thence to Breton Canal, waters of the state classified for primary contact recreation, secondary contact recreation, and propagation of fish and wildlife. Under the SIC Codes 4226, 8299, and 7699, the applicant proposes to discharge treated sanitary wastewater, overflow from the saltwater pool, exterior vehicle and equipment washwater, firefighting waters, and stormwater runoff from an existing oilfield support training center, hydraulic repair facility, and supply warehouse.

During the preparation of this permit, it has been determined that the discharge will have no adverse impact on the existing uses of the receiving waterbody. As with any discharge, however, some change in existing water quality may occur.

Comments and requests for a public hearing or notification of the final decision can be submitted via personal delivery, U.S. mail, email, or fax. Comments and requests for public hearings must be received by 4:30 pm CST, Wednesday, July 13, 2016. Delivery may be made to the drop-box at 602 N. 5th St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802.

U.S. Mail may be sent to LDEQ, Public Participation Group, P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313. Emails may be submitted to DEQ.PUBLICNOTICES@LA.GOV and faxes sent to (225) 219-3309.

Please see additional instructions for comment submission, hand delivery and information regarding electronic submission at http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/Default.aspx?tabid=2256 or call (225) 2193276.

If LDEQ finds a significant degree of public interest, a public hearing will be held. LDEQ will send notification of the final permit decision to the applicant and to each person who has submitted written comments or a written request for notification of the final decision.

The application, additional information, draft permit, and statement of basis are available for review at the LDEQ, Public Records Center, Room 128, 602 North 5th Street, Baton Rouge, LA. Viewing hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (except holidays). The available informa-

Mark Dirance, 21, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court; monetary instrument abuse; flight from an officer.

Willie Williams, 23, Thibodaux.

Illegal possession of stolen things.

Jason Orgeron, 34, Cut Off. Violation of protective disorders (2 cts) Brittney Dupre, 31, Bayou Blue.

Contempt of court (2 cts); theft.

Dusty Eschete, 34, Raceland.

Domestic abuse battery.

Golden Meadow Police Department Jacob Basulito, 25, Galliano.

Simple burglary of inhabited dwelling.

Lori Guidry, 28, Cut Off. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia.

Lockport Police Department Jacob Langford, 24, Lockport.

Contempt of court.

Louisiana State Police Sage Barrilleaux, 22, Thibodaux. DWI (1st); reckless operation; failure to dim headlights.

Thibodaux Police Department Brian Mitchell, 22, Gray. Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

JUNE 3, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Kevin Wright, 24, Cut Off. Contion can also be accessed electronically on the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) on the DEQ public website at www.deq.louisiana.gov.

Inquiries or requests for additional information regarding this permit action should be directed to Tonya Marshall, LDEQ, Water Permits Division, P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313, phone (225) 219-3196.

Persons wishing to be included on the LDEQ permit public notice mailing list or for other public participation related questions should contact the Public Participation Group in writing at LDEQ, P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313, by email at DEQ.PUBLICNOTICES@LA.GOV or contact the LDEQ Customer Service Center at (225) 219-LDEQ (219-5337).

Permit public notices including electronic access to the draft permit and statement of basis can be viewed at the LDEQ permits public notice webpage at www.deq.louisiana.gov/apps/pubNotice/default.asp and general information related to the public participation in permitting activities can be viewed at www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/tabid/219 8/Default.aspx.

Alternatively, individuals may elect to receive the permit public notices via email by subscribing to the LDEQ permits public notice List Server at http://louisiana.gov/Services/Email_Notifications_DEQ_PN/.

All correspondence should specify AI Number 6780, Permit Number LA0125393, and Activity Number PER20150001.

Public notice

Request for Proposal The Greater Lafourche Port Commission is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to any parties interested in leasing or acquiring other rights in property located in Port Fourchon, the South Lafourche Leonard Miller, Jr. Airport, and the South Lafourche Airport Industrial Park.

The Commissioner’s intent is to place its available property into productive use, in accordance with its Master Plan recommendation, in a manner which generates commensurate revenue for the Commission, provides optimum utilization and generates substantial community benefits.

Interested parties may obtain copies for by calling 985-632-6701 or visiting the Commissioner’s website at www.portfurchon.com. These request for Proposals provide updated, detailed maps of property available for proposals and a general overview for its Commissioner’s lease expectations for its property.

Sealed proposals must be received at the Commission Administration Building at 16829 East Main Street in Galliano, LA on or before the last day of the month by 4:30 p.m. CST for consideration at the following month’s regular board meeting. The Commission reserves the right to reject any and all proposals at its discretion.

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tempt of court.

Zorah Bourgeois, 22, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts) John Bruce, 52, Galliano. Domestic abuse; aggravated assault.

Courtney Christen, 24, Lockport. Contempt of court.

Percy Dardar, 33, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (2 cts).

Daniel Gonzalez, 18, Grand Isle. Contempt of court (2 cts).

Lori Guidry, 28, Cut Off. Violation of probation/ parole.

Julie Moriarity, 29. Possession of methamphetamine, less than 28 grams; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia.

Ernest Harris, 23, Bridge City.

Possession with intent to distribute Xanax; negligent homicide; vehicular negligent injuring (3 cts).

Hiram Dorsey, Boutte. Enter/ remain after being forbidden, immovable structure.

Mason Quatrevingt, 22, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/ parole.

Justin Hunsucker, 32, Houma.

Contempt of court.

Anthony Dixon, 20, Mathews.

Contempt of court (4 cts).

Golden Meadow Police Department Mike Trahan, 47, Houma. Contempt of court (4 cts) Tricia Parfait, 33, Houma. Contempt of court (2 ct).

Thibodaux Police Department Wesley Willaims, 36, Thibodaux. Theft.

Harold Joseph, 25, Labadieville.

Contempt of court.

Dante Batiste, 23, Labadieville.

Contempt of court (4 cts) Cynthia Harry, 45, Thibodaux.

Theft.

JUNE 4, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Homero Mendez, 27, Bayou Blue. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation.

Mika Duhon, 27, Cut Off. Domestic abuse battery.

Shaleta Wallace, 34, Cut Off. Contempt of court.

Louisiana State Police Coty Bergeron, 25, Lafayette.

Possession of hydrocodone; expired motor vehicle inspection; expired drivers license.

JUNE 5, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Dan Use, 53, Raceland. Traffic control signals; operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses.

Drew Badeaux, 32, Gray. Simple battery.

Stephen Dantin, 31, Golden Meadow. Simple battery.

Ronald Johnson, 57, Lockport.

Contempt of court (5 cts) Louisiana State Police Coty Bergeron, 25, Lafayette.

Fugitive.

Thibodaux Police Department Green, 26, Takoia Napoleonville. Fugitive.

Kendell Howard, 24, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court (2 cts).

Jovanta Thomas, 24, Thibodaux. Contempt of court; fugitive.

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.

Basketball coach

The basketball coach stormed into the university president’s office and demanded a raise, right then and there.

“Please,” protested the college president, “you already make more than the entire history department.”

“Yeah, maybe so, but you don’t know what I have to put up with,” the coach blustered. “Look.”

He went out into the hall and grabbed a jock who was jogging down the hallway. “Run over to my office

and see if I’m there,” he ordered.

Twenty minutes later the jock returned, sweaty and out of breath.

“You’re not there, sir,” he reported.

“Oh, I see what you mean,” conceded the president, scratching his head. “I would have phoned.”

FATHER’S DAY MEMORIALS Honor your deceased father affectionately in The Lafourche Gazette on Sunday, June 19th.

To place your memorial, visit our office at 12958 E. Main St. in Larose, or call 693-7229 for more information.

DEADLINE: Noon, THURSDAY, JUNE 16th

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off entrusted with arrangements

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LAFOURCHE PARISH GOVERNMENT BOARD & COMMISSION VACANCIES Drainage District No. 6

1

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

Fifth Ward Gravity Drainage District No. 5

4

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

Fire Protection District No. 3

2

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

Fire Protection District No. 8-A

1

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

Fire Protection District No. 9

1

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

Game and Fish Commission

2

Property taxpayer of Lafourche Parish

Head Start Policy Council

1

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

Heroes Monument Commission

1

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

Heroes Monument Commission

2

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

Heroes Monument Commission

1

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

Lafourche Parish Youth Council

5

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

Sewerage District No. 1

2

Resident residing in the boundaries of Sewerage No. 1 district

South Lafourche Beachfront Development District

1

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

South Lafourche Beachfront Development District

1

Qualified voter and resident of District 5, 6 or 7

The deadline for these positions will be Wednesday June 22, 2016 @ 1:00 PM Applications are available at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301 or downloaded from the Lafourche Parish Government website at www.lafourchegov.org/Board_Vacancies.aspx. Applications can be delivered to the attention of Kelli Toups at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301; or mailed to Kelli Toups, P.O. Drawer 5548, Thibodaux, LA 70302.

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2015 Ford F-150 XLT #916006

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$15,275

2008 Ford F-150 XLT #152219A

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2008 Lincoln MKZ #164102C

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Final subcontractor outreach meeting for new jail project planned for Thursday Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre is encouraging subcontractors interested in working on the new jail to attend a final outreach meeting planned for Thursday, June 9, in Thibodaux.

Yates Construction, the construction manager for the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex project, is hosting the meeting to attract local subcontrac-

tors for the project.

The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be held at the Hampton Inn & Suites located at 826 North Canal Boulevard in Thibodaux.

These meetings are designed to create interest in the project and disseminate information about the project to the local subcontractor community.

At these meetings,

Yates representatives present information about the project at the current state of the design, discuss possible ways that attending subcontractors may be able to participate in the project, discuss the procurement process of this subcontracting plan, and record the attendance of all attending subcontractors

and insure that their contact information is added to Yates’ database of subcontractors.

Yates will use the database to keep interested subcontractors informed as to when the prequalification process will begin, when bid documents will be available, when pre-bid meetings will be held and

US rig count rises 4 this week to 408, up from record low

record-low levels amid collapsed energy prices.

A year ago, 868 rigs were active.

Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. said Friday 325 rigs sought oil and 82 explored for natural gas. One was listed as miscellaneous.

Among major oil- and gas-producing states, Texas and Alaska each gained three rigs. New Mexico was up two.

Oklahoma and Pennsylvania declined by two and Louisiana was down one.

The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981.

HOUSTON (AP) — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. rose by four this week to 408, the first gain in months and halting a slide that pushed the count to

Event From 1-A

A Law Firm Focused On Maritime Law

“It’s seldom recognized, but the sports industry is a huge economic booster to many communities across the country,” said Vic Lafont, President and CEO of SLEC. “For the Bayou Region, it goes well beyond our local sports venues because we’ve had the advantage of hosting the Manning Passing Academy in our own backyard for the past 12 years.”

Tourism activities related to the camp generated $2,628,888 in 2015, Lafont said.

Dr. Bruce T. Murphy, President of Nicholls State University, said the Bayou Region can expect the summertime economic boosts to continue.

“Nicholls State University greatly values its ongoing partnership with the Manning Passing Academy, which has led to facility improvements, national publicity and exciting opportunities for our campus,” said Nicholls President Dr. Bruce T. Murphy.

“Beyond benefits to the university, the camp brings a significant boost to our local and regional economies, contributing more than $15 million over the next six years. Nicholls looks forward to working with community partners and businesses to deliver a great camp experience and to ensure that the Manning Passing Academy continues to make its home in our community,” added Murphy.

The Manning Passing Academy moved the fourday camp to the Nicholls State University campus in 2005 through the partnership of the South Louisiana Economic Council, the Manning Family, and Nicholls State University.

Each year, over 1,000 campers and their families, along with coaches and support staff, travel to the Bayou Region for this annual event.

Any individual or business wishing to assist or help sponsor the event can find additional information at www.nichollsfoundation .org/sponsorships/camps.

the status of bid dates.

The Lafourche Parish Law Enforcement District signed a contract with Yates Construction in November 2015 to be construction manager for the project.

As announced in September 2015, the team of GraceHebert Architects/Duplantis Design Group is de-

$7M in oil spill money taken from attorney general’s office

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Attorney General Jeff Landry will have to return a $7 million oil spill recovery payment given to his agency, under a bill sent to the governor in the final minutes of the legislative session.

Landry tried unsuccessfully to get the language struck from the bill, saying the cut pushed by the Sen-

signing the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex which will be constructed on property located on Veterans Boulevard directly across from the Lafourche Parish Detention Center.

A groundbreaking ceremony is planned for this month (June), and details will be announced in the coming days.

ate could damage his office’s operations.

Senators say the transfer of oil spill money wasn’t handled properly.

Finance Committee Chairman Eric LaFleur says the $7 million will go to Gov. John Bel Edwards’ coastal office and that office will reimburse the attorney general for any legal expenses tied to work on the BP litigation settlement.

LaFleur expects the attorney general to receive at least $4.3 million.

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Notice is hereby given pursuant of Article 7. Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705 (B) that a public hearing of the Grand Isle Independent Levee District in Grand Isle will be held at its regular meeting place at the Grand Isle Multiplex Building located at 3101 Louisiana Highway 1 on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. to consider levying additional or increased millage rate without further voter approval or adopting the adjusted millage rates after reassessment and rolling forward to rates not to exceed the prior year’s maximum. The estimated amount of tax revenues to be collected in the next year from the increased millage is $269778.05, and the amount of the increase in taxes attributable to the millage increase if $3,986.67.