Wednesday, January 15, 2020 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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School board puts sales tax on May 9 ballot

Incoming councilwoman ready to serve district she loves CASEY GISCLAIR Gazette Staff

Lafourche Parish GovD’Lynn ernment welBoudreaux comed a new president and several new council members to the parish’s leadership structure last weekend.

Our area’s new lawmaker said she’s ready to fight to serve the interests of our people.

Councilwoman D’Lynn Boudreaux said she can’t wait to get started — a position she earned this past fall when she defeated Alces Adams in the general election. Boudreaux will hold the seat vacated by outgoing councilman Jerry Lafont, who opted not to seek re-election after multiple terms.

By Halle Parker Daily Comet Staff Writer

Everyone was sporting their purple and gold colors in support of the LSU Tigers Monday ahead of the National Championship Game.

Lafourche Parish school children were allowed to wear their LSU shirts to school.

Pictured above and left are students from South Larose Elementary displaying their LSU love while South Lafourche High School students form an “O” in honor of SLHS alum and LSU Head Coach.

Results of the game were not available as of press time Monday.

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$1.25M to revise hurricane protection plans, cut cost

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The federal government is reallocating $1.25 million to revise plans for a proposed south Louisiana hurricane protection project, two Republican congressmen from Louisiana said last Thursday.

The revision will reflect construction in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes by local and state agencies and will also allow updated and more efficient designs, said a news release from U.S. House Republican Whip Steve See Project Page 3-A

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News In Brief..............5-A

Obituaries....................8-A

GEAUX TIGERS!

Grand Isle receives prestigious honor CASEY GISCLAIR / Gazette Staff

One of Louisiana’s best kept secrets is a secret no more.

The New York Times released its 52 Places to Go in 2020 list recently — an interactive online feature that showcases some of the most beautiful and unique places in the world.

In this year’s list is a local gem — Grand Isle.

In selecting Grand Isle for the feature, writers said the Jefferson Parish island is “hauntingly beautiful, a barrier island

that may soon vanish.”

Grand Isle is our state’s last inhabited barrier island.

It’s a local hub for commercial fishing, the seafood industry and the Gulf waters below it are vital for the country’s oil and gas industry.

Christopher Hall, of The New York Times, said the island’s charm and serenity earned it its place on the list.

The write up cites Grand Isle State Park as a wonder, as well as the migratory bird festival hosted on the island each spring.

Grand Isle’s exclusion earns it elite company.

On the list are some of the most gorgeous and extravagant places in the world — a list including the British Virgin Islands; Paris, France; Lima, Peru and other scenic beauties.

But the charm and mystique of our own local island was enough to catch the eye of The New York Times, which stated clearly what we already know locally: the island is a place for all to enjoy.

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Lafourche Parish voters will decide on a new half-cent sales tax on May 9 that would generate money for school employee salaries.

Lafourche Parish School Board unanimously voted to pass a resolution calling for the special election during its meeting last Wednesday night.

The new tax would be in addition to the current parish school sales tax of 2%. Overall, the parish sales tax ranges from 9.1-9.8%.

Pay for Lafourche’s teachers ranks close to the bottom third in the state. A three-year pay freeze, which ended this year, had also taken a toll on the A-rated district’s ability to retain its workers.

During the meeting, board member Marian Fertitta said, “It’s been a long time coming. We’ve been working on this for over two years. We are in dire need of keeping the wonderful teachers that we have.”

School district officials have stated that increased teacher pay is a top priority to maintain and improve on Lafourche’s district performance, which ranks third in the state.

The proposed half-cent sales tax would bring in a projected $8 million annually for school personnel See Tax Page 3-A

Ordonne announces candidacy for Port Commission

Johnny Ordonne of Cut Off is announcing his candidacy for “Seat B” on the Greater Lafourche Port Commission. In Johnny announcing his canOrdonne didacy, Ordonne cited his background and experience in the oil and gas industry and years of work at Port Fourchon as being leading examples of his qualifications for the position.

“I’ve worked at or around Port Fourchon almost my entire career, including currently; so, I’m very familiar with the workings of the port and the vital role they play in our local, regional and state economies,” Ordonne stated.

Johnny is a 1983 graduate of South Lafourche High School and has been married to the former Michelle Adams for over 33 years.

They have two adult sons, Justin and John.

“I’d like to put my experience to work in helping the continued See Ordonne Page 3-A

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Wednesday, January 15, 2020 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Pro-Life Rosary to be held every Wed.

Calendar of Events News to Use!

Benefit to be held for Russell Adams

Benefit for Russell Adams, a second time cancer patient, will be held on Saturday, January 25th at the Golden Meadow Park starting at 11:00 a.m.

There will be a Color Run, $25 or $30 registration fee; plate lunches (grillads, white beans, Jambalaya, bread, dessert) for $10, Krispy Kreme donuts for $10 a dozen.

Please call 985-6770205 to order or register.

We will also have Mr. Bob Faulk’s gumbo, potato salad, hot dogs, chili, nachos and cheese, drinks and lots of sweets.

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A rosary will be said every Wednesday at 5:15 p.m. at St. Joseph Church in Galliano until the election in November to elect a pro-life president. _________________

Vision Communications makes an impression: Sheets for School paper donation

Gumbo Dinner and Cake Bingo to be held at HRCS

Holy Rosary Catholic School will sponsor a gumbo dinner on Sunday, January 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The dinner will be dine in or carry out at HRCS and will consist of gumbo, rice, potato salad, and crackers.

Tickets may be purchased from students at HRCS or at the HRCS office. Meals are $10 each. The cake bingo will begin at 1 p.m.

Cards will be sold $5 each.

As tuition covers a major portion of the operational budget, profits from school dinners help to support the cost of educating students at HRCS. In order to provide affordable Catholic education to the south Lafourche community from Valentine to Grand Isle, HRCS is grateful for the support of the entire community.

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The week of October 7th, all schools celebrated National 4-H Week. South Lafourche High School 4-H members participated in the yard display competition. SLHS 4-H Club received First Place in the Senior Division with their Inspire Display.

Vision Communications, a Larose based communications provider, continues to support local schools with their annual, “Sheets for Schools� program. Vision purchased 180 cases of printer paper and to divide between 18 Lafourche parish schools in their service area. Each school received 10 cases of donated paper to help with the cost of printing materials. Also, Vision provided one local school with much needed art supplies from Callais Office Supply. “Past donations were so well received and appreciated that we were very happy to continue to help provide a much-needed resource to our teachers and students,� said Jean Orgeron-Wells, Vision Communications Marketing Coordinator. “Thank you for your generosity!� said Celeste LeBoeuf, principle of North Larose Elementary.

Vision teamed up with Callais Office Supply to assists with delivery and photo opportunity at their location.

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On October 18, the Lafourche Parish 4-H Executive Meeting was held at the Raceland Ag Building. Two of SLHS 4-H Club members were elected on the Executive Board. Megan Chiasson was elected Executive Board President and Jack Chiasson was elected Executive Board Parliamentarian.

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salaries and benefits, and expire after five years. If approved by Lafourche’s taxpayers, it would be enacted July 1.

That money would pay for a $3,000 raise for teachers and a $1,500 raise for support personnel.

Board president Brooke Huddleston also announced the five qualified candidates to fill the superintendent position at the meeting.

The list includes former St. John Parish Superintendent Kevin George, St. Charles Parish secondary education director Chris Kimball, former Lafourche schools administrator Charles Michel, interim Lafourche Superintendent Jarod Martin and Michael Robinson, who served as a superintendent in Arkansas.

The board aims to fill the position by March after buying former Superintendent Louis Voiron out of his contract a year early following months of med-

ical leave.

The board voted unanimously to hold three special meetings within the next two weeks, planning to select a new superintendent on Jan. 21.

The board met on Jan. 14 after reviewing the applications to determine which candidates they will interview and to set the guidelines for the interviews.

Those interviews will then take place on Jan. 16.

The meetings will all take place in the school district’s central office, 805 E. 7th Street, Thibodaux. — Daily Comet Staff Writer Halle Parker can be reached at hparker@houmatoday.com or 857-2204. Follow her on Twitter, @_thehalparker.

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growth of the port so it can become an even larger economic engine for our community and our parish for generations to come. I look forward to visiting with as many of our citizens as possible in the upcoming campaign, to

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share my ideas and vision of how to help make Port Fourchon even more productive for the people of the Tenth Ward,� Ordonne stated.

Seat B was formally held by the late Mr. Perry Gisclair, who passed away last year.

The election to fill the seat is scheduled for April of this year.

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Boudreaux said she opted to get involved in parish government after consultation with people in her circle, adding that she believes she can make a difference for our area. “What motivated me to run was seeing no one else was willing to step up,� she said. “When a text from a friend, who’s mind I admire greatly, messaged and asked me to please consider, I had to step in. I was already flirting with the idea in my head. That message just ran it home for me. I felt it was something I needed to do. There was a purpose.�

Throughout the duration of her term, Boudreaux said she looks forward to working with our area’s other lawmakers to make Lafourche a better place.

In her district, she said she will be focusing on an issue that’s often a hotbed topic in local government discussions. “Drainage is a big issue for our area,�

Boudreaux said. “I’ve been listening to our residents concerns, I’ve visited a few of the problem areas to see what can be done. There is progress being made, it’s a slow process, but we’re getting there.�

Boudreaux said progress in drainage and also in all other areas of parish business will occur if there is teamwork and unity within the new leader ship team.

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That should change the current estimated cost of the Morganza-tothe-Gulf project “from an unaffordable $14 billion to more realistic figures,� their statement said.

Graves said, “Since 1992, the Corps of Engineers has spent $80 million studying this project without putting a shovel in the ground.� “The Corps has agreed to recognize the excessive cost of the ‘old project’ as well as the incredible progress that the Terrebonne Levee

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and Conservation District and the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority have made in building the Morganza-to-the-Gulf Hurricane Protection project,� Graves continued. “These new funds will allow for updated, more efficient designs that put us much closer to getting even more federal funding for hurricane and flood protection in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes.�

Scalise called the reallocation “a major step in the right direction to provide flood protection for thousands of families and businesses in southeast Louisiana.�

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Throughout outgoing Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle’s term, there were public spats between he and the council — differences in opinion that often fought against pushing the parish forward.

But new President Archie Chaisson has promised better communication and better relationships with council members.

Boudreaux said she’s entering government with optimism, adding that her early dealings with Chaisson have been pleasant and productive. “I have had great communication with our President,�

Boudreaux said. “I believe most everyone has.

I know the parish employees are pretty excited about Archie Chaisson leading us into the next 4 years. I believe we have a council and administration in place that will work well with one another to make this parish better than it’s ever been. We are all in this for the same goal. We need to remember that. It’s not for personal gains, it’s what’s in the best interest for our parish, for our residence and, most importantly, for our future residents.� Boudreaux said she never envisioned being a lawmaker, but added she’s always been around conversation about the political things going on in the world. “Politics have always been a top highlight discussion among my family — from sitting on the porch or in living rooms, from when I was a child listening to my grandparents, to now,�

Boudreaux said when asked if she ever envisioned herself making a run. “It helps that every one in my family believes in the same vision for our country. When they say, ‘don’t discuss politics over Thanksgiving or Christmas holidays with family,’ that’s not us. We love it.â€?Â

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Wednesday, January 15, 2020 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

What a Life!

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd

To achieve lasting peace within our society we must begin with ourselves

The late Cardinal Bernardin talked about his search for peace in the book he wrote before he died entitled, The Gift of Peace. In it is a gripping and moving account of his meeting with Steven Cook, the young man who had accused Cardinal Bernardin of sexual abuse. It is an event best forgotten except for the extraordinary way it concluded.

In 1993, the accusation became public and Cardinal Bernardin had to live with the curiosity

of the public, the constant media attention and the deep pain of experiencing his credibility and integrity questioned. Many people assumed that an accusation was the equivalent to being guilty.

Eventfully, Mr. Cook acknowledged that the charges were false, and the courts dropped the case.

The Cardinal plunged back into his busy schedule but he kept thinking about Steven Cook, his accuser, now critically ill with AIDS, living alone.

So Cardinal Bernardin did a most remarkable thing. He found Mr. Cook and invited him to meet at a seminary outside Philadelphia. Cardinal Bernardin explained that his only reason for wanting to see Mr. Cook was to tell him that he, Cardinal Bernardin, harbored no ill feelings.

He wanted to pray with him.

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Steven Cook accepted that invitation and said that he wanted to apologize for the hurt and embarrassment he had caused. When the meeting happened, Mr. Cook told his story, including his alienation from the church. They talked for a while. The cardinal said what he had come to say, and he gave Mr. Cook an inscribed Bible and offered to celebrate Mass.

Mr. Cook hesitated at first.

Cardinal Bernardin took a 100year-old chalice out of his case and said, “Steven, this is a gift from a man I don’t even know. He asked me to use it to say Mass for you some day.” “Please,” Steven responded tearfully, “let’s celebrate Mass now.”

Afterward, Steven Cook said, “A big burden has been lifted from me today. I feel healed and very much at peace.”

Cardinal Bernardin reflected, “As I flew back to Chicago that evening, I felt the lightness of spirit that an afternoon of grace brings to one’s life.”

Cardinal Bernadin achieved that peace within himself. The first step to peace is to be at peace within our hearts.

What we need to do to find that peace is to let go of past hurts and deal with areas of our lives that need healing.

Those closest to us are often the ones we take for granted. Sometimes we fail to be sensitive to the feelings of those around us. We often send negative messages and fail to give positive re-enforcement

of our love.

We need the same openness to others in our community and nation and world. We need to celebrate our differences and ask God to help us be the people he wants us to be. If we are always loving, others will see this and want what we have. If we are loving, we can share that peace.

Scripture tells us that God is love, lover and Beloved. If we break “Beloved” in two, we get: Be loved by the spirit, be loved by yourself, be loved by others. If we remove the last letter of Beloved, we have BE LOVE. Don’t seek love or lover, simply be love.

Be at peace with all that is. Know you are the Beloved.

If everyone realized this, we would have peace in our world. An after Christmas message by Howard Thurman sums up what we should be all about.

“When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and the princes are home, when the shepherds are back with their flocks, the work of Christmas begins: to find the lost to heal the broken to feed the hungry to release the prisoner to rebuild the nations to bring peace among the people to make music in the heart.”

Let us make 2020 a year of peace!

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Charis Church

314 East 74th St. - Cut Off

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Pastor Audie Crochet - (504) 952-6603

So. Lafourche Assembly of God

17618 West Main - Galliano - 632-2109 Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Service - 6:30 p.m.

Guest Speaker Dr. Mark Duplantis Pastor Roger Hunt

First Assembly of God of Raceland Hwy. 1 & St. Ann Street - Raceland

Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship Service 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

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First Baptist Church

187 Oakridge Dr. - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Prayers 6:30 p.m.

Pastor Matthew W. Chouest, Sr. www.fbcgm@viscom.net

First Baptist Church of Grand Isle

Trinity Baptist Church

195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m.

Mitch Rousse, Pastor - 985-258-6543 www.trinitymathews.com

New Sunlight Baptist Church 452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland

Sunday School 2 p.m., Sunday Worship 3 p.m.

Prayer Service/Bible Class-Thurs., 6 p.m.

Testimony/Prayer & Praise, 3rd Sunday, 3 p.m.

Communion, 4th Sunday, 3 p.m.

Reverend Charles Hawkins Sr., Pastor

Crosspoint Church

14409 East Main, Cut Off

Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Midweek: 6:30 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Chad Mack www.bayoucrosspoint.org (985-628-2214)

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Hwy. 308 - Mathews

Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services Prayer Service & Bible Study Thurs., 6-7 p.m.

Choir Rehearsal Saturday 2:00 p.m.

Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m.

Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.

129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Gulf Coast Baptist Church Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m.

1606 S. Bayou Drive - Golden Meadow Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Nathan Stanford www.fbcgrandisle.com

First Baptist Church of Larose 105 W. 16th Street - Larose

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Gary Hanberry, Pastor Res: 693-4891 - Church: 693-3258

New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 13841 East Main - Larose

Worship Service 7:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Prayer Service/Bible Class Wednesday 6:30 Lord’s Supper: First Sunday 7:00 a.m.

Prayer Breakfast: Sat. before 1st Sun., 8 a.m.

Speaking Meeting: Thurs. before 1st Sun. 7 a.m.

Reverend Ivy Wilson, Pastor

First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m.

Pastor Toby Brogden

Greater New Fountain Baptist 233 E. 12th St. - Lockport

Our Lady of Prompt Succor 723 North Bayou Drive Golden Meadow

Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

Rev. Henry Sebastian, Pastor

Our Lady of the Isle Church 195 Ludwig Lane - Grand Isle

Saturday Vigil Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Monday thru Thursday, 8:00 a.m.

Fr. Joseph “Joe” Chacko, I.M.S.

Our Lady of the Rosary

12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433 Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Masses 7:00, 10:00 and 5:30 Weekday Mass Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m.

Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Duc Bui, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.org

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Weekday Mass: W.-Th.-F., 8:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Lord’s Supper Service: 2nd Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m.

Fr. Gregory Fratt Prayer Breakfast: 2nd Saturday, 8:00 a.m.

Bible Class Thursday 7:00 p.m.

Isrealite Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Valentine

Worship Service 7:30 a.m.

Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:30 a.m.

Rev. Ronnie Williams, Sr.

Bethel Baptist Church

122 Matherne St. - Grand Bois Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Wed. Night Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Jimmy Autin

South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Cut Off

Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m.

Church: 632-4119

New refrigerator case with cakes and cheesecake by the slice on hand

Specializing in Holidays, Funerals & Other Events!

Pastries • Pies • Cakes • Candies • Petit Fours

WORSHIP DIRECTORY

St. Joseph Catholic Church 17980 West Main - Galliano

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 7:00 and 10:00 a.m.

Weekday Mass: M. - W. - Th. - Fri. 7:00 a.m.

Tuesday 6:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Larose Church of Christ 13379 East Main - Larose

Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

Bible Class 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Class 6:00 p.m.

FULL GOSPEL

Lighthouse Worship Center 18082 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano

Sunday Schedule: 9:59 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Christian Education: 7:00 p.m.

Eno Dantin, Pastor

Full Gospel Temple #2

Hwy. 1, 124 Walter Ln., Golden Meadow

Sunday Evening Service: 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Thursday Evening Service: 7 p.m.

Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Open Door Revival Center Pastor Shane Terrebonne (985) 258-0988

CATHOLIC

Holy Savior Church

612 Main Street - Lockport

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Masses 7:00 and 10:00 a.m.

St. Anthony Church (Gheens) 333 Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday Mass 5:15 p.m.

Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryht.org

St. Hilary of Poitiers

333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and11:00 a.m.

Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 5:15 p.m.

Friday Mass 7:00 a.m.

Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryht.org

program is about so much more than cookies,” said Girl Scouts Louisiana East CEO Rebecca Pennington. “Girls learn about entrepreneurship as they run their own cookie businesses. The important business and financial literacy skills girls learn through the program are proven to build their leadership skills and position them for success in the future. When you purchase cookies you are helping girls power their Girl Scout experience and supporting female entrepreneurs.”

Girl Scout Cookies can only be purchased from a registered Girl Scout. To find Girl Scouts selling cookies near you, visit www.girlscoutcookies.or g.

Don’t forget Girl Scout Cookies are only available for a limited time each year. Girl Scouts Louisiana East’s cookie season will end March 15, so be sure to scoop them up when you see them!

16164 W. Main St. - Cut Off. - 325-2456 Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Thursday Night Service 7 p.m.

Senior Pastor: Monty Duke Church Pastor: Darren Felarise

INTER-DENOMINATIONAL

Community Bible Church of Laf. 14757 East Main - Cut Off

Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

Senior Pastor Dr. Bill Jemison III Pastor of Dicipleship Robert Durbin Youth Pastor Robert Schwertz Jordy Rousse, Pastor of Worship & Young Adult Ministry Phone: (985) 632-3077 www.communitybiblecutoff.com

Christian Family Center 11819 East Main - Galliano

Sunday Services 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wednesdays 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Spanish Service 3:00 p.m.

Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.

Community Fellowship

901 Barataria Street - Lockport

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Reverend Carlos Nieves - (985) 532-2992

Victory Life Church

1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport

Services: Sun. 10:00 a.m. and Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Children’s Ministry and Nursery Provided Youth Service: Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Senior Pastor Danny Knight - 532-6561

Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual

13298 East Main - Larose

Tuesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m.

Thursday Prayer Service 7:30 p.m.

Sunday Morning Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service 6:00 p.m.

Christian Fellowship Church

B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats ~ Martin Quarters ~ (985) 632-2727

13581 East Main - Larose

Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Ministry, Spanish Translation Available, and Nursery Provided Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.

Discipleship Classes, Youth Ministry, Royal Rangers and Missionettes Scott Cheramie, Senior Pastor www.welcometocfc.com - online sermons

Hope Church

349 Central Lafourche Dr. - Raceland

Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine Residential

Sunday Worship 2 p.m.

985-209-8428 - hopechurchlafourche.com Thomas Hines, Lead Pastor

PRESBYTERIAN

Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS

632-7575

Crosby Boat Co., Inc.

Gheens Presbyterian Church

Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!

Sunday Services 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

108 East 90th Street - Galliano

UNITED METHODIST

LA Carriers • 632-5858 752 Industrial Park Rd. • Larose, LA

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

GIS

18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Chris Thomas, Pastor

GRAND ISLE SHIPYARD OILFIELD CONTRACTORS

Memorial United Methodist

201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews

Sunday School & Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m.

Communion First Sunday at 8:30 a.m. www.mathewsmethodist.org

PENTECOSTAL

New Beginning Pentecostal 13051 East Main Street - Larose

Sunday Service 5:30 p.m.

Ladies Prayer: Tuesdays, 11 a.m., All Welcome Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Ronnie Melancon

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Lighthouse Christian Fellowship 115 E. Central Avenue - Grand Isle Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

504-915-5019

Bethel Christian Ministries 107 East 123rd Street - Galliano Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Reverend Nathan Hayes

The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche 9334 Hwy. 308 - Lockport

Sunday Worship Service, 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Night Service, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Worship Service, 7:00 p.m. crosswaystudies@gmail.com

House of Prayer

15392 Hwy. 3235 - Cut Off

Friday Night Sermon: 6:30 p.m.

Free meal to all attending Friday nights Bible Study Thursdays: 6:30 p.m.

985-278-0122 (All religions welcome)

LUTHERAN

We aid in the supply of a natural resource to our world - oil.

The Church aids in the supply of a vital resource to our world - God. Attend the church of your choice this week!

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Grace Lutheran Church 422 Valhi Blvd. - Houma

(Only Lutheran Church between Grand Isle and Kenner) Rev. Richard Rudnik Sunday Service 9:00 a.m., Sunday School for all ages 10:45 a.m.

Saturday Worship, Thibodaux, 5 p.m. - in the sanctuary at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 718 Jackson St. FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865

MORMON

Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints East 57th St.

Bible Study: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.

English Elders: 985-360-7501 Spanish Elders: 985-791-6561 www.mormon.org

SPANISH

Iglesia Adventista del 7MO Dia: 504 Seventh St. - Lockport

Cultos miercoles y viernes 7 p.m.

Sabado 9:30 a.m.

Sociedad de Jovenes Sabado de Tarde Pastor Raul Rivero - &757) 894-5873

Mision Bautista Hispana - Larose 105 W. 16th St. - Larose

Servicios Viernes - 7:30 p.m.

Domingo Escuela Dominical - 9:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.m Servicio De Adoracion Pastor Juan Morales, 504-468-1300

COMMUNICATIONS MMUNICATION CATIONS viscom.net

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THERIOT, DUET & THERIOT, INC. Serving Lafourche Since 1957

Insurance Agents

• Marine • Life • Auto • Fire • Casualty • Notary Public 144 N. 1st St. • Golden Meadow Phone: 475-5126 • FAX: 475-7276

Wednesday, January 15, 2020 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Thibodaux Regional Helping Kids to Lead Healthier Lives Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Playground Equipment for Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School As a leader in addressing childhood obesity, Thibodaux Regional is sponsoring new playground equipment for 9 elementary schools in Lafourche Parish. This is an ongoing initiative to improve the health and wellness of the youth of Lafourche and surrounding parishes.

“We appreciate the opportunity to work with the School District and other community partners to further the hospital’s efforts in providing our youth with the tools they need to make a positive impact on their health and wellness.”

— Greg Stock, Thibodaux Regional CEO

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18210 W. Main - Galliano, LA 70354 Laf. Plaza Shopping Ctr. - 632-7195

GOOD

WED., JAN. 15

Specials Good Wed. through Tues.

(Quantity Rights Reserved) None Sold to Dealers

THRU

Hours: Mon.-Sat., 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sundays: 6:30 to 6:00 p.m.

We Accept Food Stamp EBT Cards and WIC Vouchers.

We now accept Entergy payments!

TUES., JAN. 21

ATM Machine Inside!

Credit Cards Accepted!

We now accept Entergy bills!

Not responsible for typographical errors.

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Smoked Gala or Fuji Ham Apples

3 $12

12 Oz., 8-Pack Bottles All Flavors or 7.5 Oz., 10-Pack Mini Cans All Flavors

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Coke Family Products

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Hunt’s Canned Tomatoes 14.5 Oz. Select Varieties

Each:

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Keebler Club Crackers 11 to 13 Oz. Select Varieties

For

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La Croix Flavored Water

$ 99 12 Pack Cans Select Varieties

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Kraft Salad Dressing

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Bell Peppers For

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$ 99

Red Potatoes

Lb.

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2 $4

2 $1

14 to 16 Oz. Select Varieties

Lay’s Kettle Cooked Potato Chips

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Community Coffee 10 to 12 Count K-Cups or 12 Oz. Bags Select Varieties

Each:

$ 99

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Frito Lay Variety Pack Chips

$ 99

18-Count Select Varieties

6-Pack, Select Varieties

10 $10

Hamburger Helper 4 to 6 Oz., Select Varieties

For

5 $5

Knorr Rice or Pasta Sides 4 to 5 Oz., Select Varieties

2 1 For

$ 19

Friskies Cat Food 5.5 Oz., Select Varieties

For

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Brawny Large Roll Paper Towels

$ 99 6 Roll Pack

$

8 Oz. Select Varieties

Maruchen Ramen Noodles Pack

$ 99

Round Steak Lb.

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(Family Pack) USDA Select

$ 99

T-Bone Steaks

2 $5

Nabisco Chips Ahoy Cookies 7 to 13 Oz. Select Varieties

For

4 10

Kentwood Purified Water

$

1/2 Liter - 24 Pack Bottles

For

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Northern Double Roll Bathroom Tissue

$ 99 12 Roll Pack

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14 Oz., Select Varieties Bryan Smoky Hollow

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Lunchables For

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$ 99

$ 99

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Jennie-O Deli Sliced Sun Dried Tomato

Manda Deli Sliced Smoked Ham Lb.

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Smoked Sausage

Oscar Mayer

Farm Fresh Crisp Green

5 Lb. Bag, U.S. #1

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$ 99

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$ 99

Snapper Fillets

2 1

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(Family Pack) USDA Boneless Bottom

1 Lb. Pack Sea Best

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Sweet Golden Ripe

6 to 12 Oz., Select

Coke Family Products

Sweet, Crisp Orange, Red or Yellow

For

Salad Blends

$ 29

Peeled Shrimp

Bell Peppers

Fresh Express

Washington Bryan State Crisp Premium

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$ 99

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Rump Roast

Lb.

1 Lb., LA Select (51-60 Count)

Sliced Bacon

Oranges

Lb.

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16 Oz. Pack

Bryan Sliced

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Whole Cut Up Fryers

12 Oz. Pack Select Varieties

Lb.

3

USDA Boneless Beef

Picnic Ham

Sanderson Farms

Lb.

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Fresh Pork

Whole Fryers

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IN OUR PORK DEPARTMENT

Turkey Breast Lb.

Southern Deli Reserve

$ 99

Mozzarella Cheese Lb.

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$ 99

Fresh Fried Fish Lb.

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FROZEN FOOD SPECIALS

$ 99

Cauliflower Pizza

11.6 Oz. Select Varieties

Ea:

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Hot Pockets, Lean Pockets or Croissant Pockets 9 Oz. Select Varieties

2 $5 For

Idaho French Fry Items 28 Oz. Select Varieties

2 $5 For

Food Club Mini Cob Corn 8-Count

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$ 99

Fairlife Milk

52 Oz. Select Varieties

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Shurfine Heavy Whipping Cream

10 $10

16 Oz.

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Chobani Yogurt

5.3 Oz. Select Varieties

2 $5 For

Borden’s Shredded Cheese 8 Oz. Select Varieties

For

Louisiana setting rules for island where pelicans nest

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana is setting rules for a barrier island that’s being restored to greatly increase the number of pelicans and other seabirds that can nest there.

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission made the island a wildlife refuge in November and approved rules for it last Thursday.

It’s taking comments through March 2 on the rules, which include no hunting, nighttime activities or vehicles ever and

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no public access during nesting season, from February through September.

Nearly $10 million in BP oil spill money is restoring the island, which had dwindled to about 5 acres. Work increasing that to 37 acres should be completed by mid-February.

Queen Bess Island was the first place brown pelicans were returned to Louisiana after the pesticide DDT wiped out Louisiana’s state bird in the 1960s.

Despite its small size, it’s been Louisiana’s fourth largest brown pelican rookery, producing 15% to 20% of its nests, eggs and chicks, the department said. About 10 species of colonial water birds, including tricolored herons, great egrets and royal terns, nest there. In all, wildlife officials say, the island has averaged about 4,400 nests a year.

People who want to comment can either attend a commission meeting or call, mail, or email Tommy Tuma at LDWF Wildlife Division, P.O. Box 98000, Baton Rouge, LA. 70898-9000, phone 225765-2349 or email ttuma@wlf.la.gov. ___

Danos awarded Delaware Basin contracts

GRAY, La. – Danos has been awarded two major contracts with a leading Texas-based natural gas and oil production company for projects in the Delaware Basin. One contract is for fabrication, construction and installation of central tank bat-

teries. The second is for the fabrication, construction and installation of saltwater disposal facilities.

While the facilities are being constructed on site in New Mexico, Danos will pre-fabricate most of the piping in its Larose, La., facility, which is particularly helpful during the winter months when harsh weather can cause project delays, quality concerns and increased driving risks.

Danos’ fabrication, construction, and instrumentation and electrical service lines will be utilized for the contracts, the first of which began in early October. Combined, the projects will enlist over 80 Danos employees across the three service lines to complete the work. ___

Federal minimum age to purchase tobacco and vapor smoking products is now 21

BATON ROUGE, La. – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced that it is against the law to sell tobacco products, e-cigarettes and other vapor smoking products to anyone under the age of 21. An amendment to the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, signed by the president on Dec. 20, raises the minimum age for purchasing those products from 18 to 21 nationwide.

Louisiana law has not been amended to address this change. However, the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco

Control advises Louisiana retailers that federal agencies may enforce this change in federal law.

Visit the Retail Sales of Tobacco Products page at FDA.gov for more information. ___

in the classroom and on the field.�

McKaskle, who also serves as senior woman administrator, oversees internal affairs including compliance, reporting, academic services, game day experience, sports performance, facilities and equipment. She joined the Nicholls athletics department in June 2017.

A native of West Monroe, she came to Nicholls after working with Roan at Eastern Kentucky. While at Eastern Kentucky, she served as assistant athletic director for compliance and student success, and senior woman administrator. ___

McKaskle named interim athletic director at Nicholls

THIBODAUX, La. (AP) — Nicholls State University has named an interim director of athletics.

In a news release last Wednesday, the university announced Lindsey McKaskle, executive associate athletics director for internal affairs, will replace Matt Roan, who has been named the vice president and director of athletics at Eastern Kentucky University. Roan will remain at Nicholls through the end of the month.

President Dr. Jay Clune said, “We are going to conduct a national search to find the individual who meets our university values and can continue to build upon the positive momentum

White stepping down as Louisiana education chief

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — John White, who helped strengthen the role of charter schools, backed a taxpayer-funded tuition voucher program for private schools and oversaw overhauls of the state’s school accountability efforts, announced last Wednesday that he is

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stepping down as Louisiana’s education superintendent.

He told state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education members in a letter that he will leave the job March 11.

He did not state his reasons. The board said a search for his replacement would begin immediately and the process will be discussed at an upcoming meeting.

White can point to numerous improvements made during his eight years as education chief, including improved graduation rates and better performance on college preparation tests.

His tenure was also marked by a rocky relationship with teacher unions and Gov. John Bel Edwards. And the state continues to lag others in nationwide education rankings.

Still, his departure comes as his job seemed secure, following the election last year of a slate of state education board members who were backed by the state’s business lobby, which was supportive of White.

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HOMES

House For Sale: Three bedroom, two bath brick home.

Whole house generator, fireplace, two carport and shed. Located in Golden Meadow.

Asking $70,000. Call 985-6911955 or 985-691-3301 FMI. _________________________ 2 Bedroom House For Sale: 167 South Main Street. $65,000 firm. 985-772-5467. _________________________

BUSINESSES

Warehouse/office for rent: 2000 sq. ft. warehouse with office located on HWY 308 near East 63rd St. in Cut Off. Bayou side is available if needed. Price is negotiable depending on how/what used for. Please call 985-691-3104. _________________________

LAND

Mississippi Hunting Land For Sale: 40 acres “One square block”. Easy access from gravel road, nice fish pond, lots of deer and turkey. Clean power line with box stand. Many extra options, pictures available. Large lease option with purchase. Call for price Bryan 985-696-5550. _________________________

FOR RENT

For Rent: two bedroom, one bath trailer, partially furnished, Larose area. $600/month, $600 damage/ security deposit. Call (985-632-6549 or cell (985) 688-5036. Leave and clear message and number to call.

No texting. _________________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bath brick home; built in carport and garage; fenced in yard; quiet neighborhood; Cut off by La. 1; Call 985-691-1367, leave voicemail only. No texting. $950/month and $950/deposit. _________________________ Apt. For Rent: recently remodeled; unfurnished; 2 bedrooms, 1 bath; large living room and kitchen; washer and dryer hookups; refrigerator and stove included; water paid; No pets, no smoking; $600 rent per month, $600 security deposit.

Located in Cut Off. Call 985696-0229. _________________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, icebox, stove. $800/month and $800/deposit.

Located in Cut Off. 985-6652548. _________________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom. $800/deposit and $1200/month, utilities not included. 985-2780773. _________________________

Commercial Properttyy For Lease

COMMERCIAL OFFICE E// R ET TA AIL SPACE FOR LEASE

1,100 square foot commercial office/retail space available for lease in dynamic strip center located at 14046 West Main Street, Suite B, Larose.

Please call 985-798-7925 for more information.

Are you here from out of town and need a nice, clean, comfortable and affordable place? Then don’t look any further!

If you are single, family, worker, company, fisherman, or anyone else looking for short-term or long-term housing, we have what you need.

All of our places are furnished with a full kitchen. We also have camper lots and a new fish cleaning station with a full bath. A fully stocked store in walking distance. The nicest laundry mat around. Pets are allowed. Come be another one our satisfied customers. Call Tommy at 985-637-4133.

Trailer For Rent: Three bedrooms, 2 baths. $800/month and $800/deposit. Call 985-2581487. _________________________ For Rent: Two bedroom, one bath apartment on Hwy 3235 in Golden Meadow offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water is included. $600/month $600/deposit. Six month lease required then month to month.

FMI call 985-798-7433 or 985637-6258 _________________________ Beautiful Mobile Home…A MUST SEE! 149 East 150th St., Galliano. Three bedroom, two bath, large yard with mature trees. Newly remodeled, paved driveway, new kitchen appliances and new A/C and heater.

Hardwood floors and well kept.

Call Gerrard for more information 985-637-8399. _________________________ For Rent: 4 bedroom, 2 bath birck home; fenced in yard with shed; $880/month, $880/deposit. No pets/ no smoking. Located in Galliano. Section 8 welcomed. 985-475-7272 or 985-637-7273. _________________________ FREE RENT! Ask us about our move in special. Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath Apartment for Rent in Cut Off: $800/month with a $750 deposit for an unfurnished apartment. washer/dryer included. Pets welcomed. Call Billat 985-3255626. Go to coteblancheapartments.com to see pictures.

Furnished units available with long term lease.

For Rent: 1 bedroom Apt; single or couple only; unfurnished; all appliances except washer/ dryer, and no connection or room for it; no pets; $440/month and $400/ deposit; Call 6323060 or 677-4703. _________________________ Camp in Grand Isle for Rent: sleeps 6. Contact 985-6656550. _________________________ For Rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bath; party furnished apt; $700/month, $300/deposit. Also Camper Spaces for Rent. $340/ month. Hwy 3235, Golden Meadow. 985-475-7696 or 985-398-0172. _________________________ For Rent: 1 bedroom, 1 bath studio with kitchenette. $350/ month plus utilities. Mathews/ Raceland area. 985-637-9259. _________________________ House For Rent: 119 West 69th Street. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 living room, kitchen and dining, laundry area. $800/month plus $800/deposit. Call Khan Tran at 985-278-8272; Kim Tran at 504-473-9885; or Sheila at 985-693-8096. _________________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bath; major appliances included; gas and water paid; $800/month and $300/deposit.

985-693-4335. _________________________

For Rent: one bedroom, one bath apartment in Lockport area offering appliances, dishwasher, washer and dryer. Water included. $550/month and $550/deposit. Six month lease required then month to month afterwards. FMI Call 985-7987433 or 985-637-6258. _________________________

CAMPER

Camper For Sale: $62,000.

2015 Ford Forester RV; V10 gasoline; lots of storage; 7600 miles; 31’ long; 2 slide outs; sleeps 8; on board generator; FMI 985-696-6133 or 985-6651495. _________________________

WANT TO BUY

I pay top dollar for used cars.

Will pick up free of charge. Call 985-637-3536 FMI. _________________________

GARAGE SALES

Leeville Launch Garage Sale: Clothing (Adults and children), decorations, décor, some furniture, too much to mention, Knickknacks, some cats up for adoption. Proceeds go towards feeding and vetting abandoned cats from Larose to Leeville. Located 114 West 120th St., Cut Off . Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 8:00-4:00. No early birds please. _________________________ Garage Sale: Saturday, January 18 and Saturday, January 25 at 145 East 26th Place, Larose. 4th house on left from 7am to 2pm. Antiques dishes, jewelry, picture frames, house décor, Holiday decorations, Lots of women and mends clothes, Harley Davidson clothes and items, some furniture. Downsizing. _________________________ 2 Family Garage Sale: lots of everything. 148 East 45th Street, Cut Off. Early birds welcomed.

January 16. _________________________ Garage Sale: Thursday, January 16, 2020 at 314 East 74th Street, Cut Off, 8am to 4pm.

Sheets, K, Q, D, T; curtains, comforters, pillows, dolls, angels, fabrics, chickens, new shoes, candles, décor, jewelry, new bras, underwear, socks, new baby, kitchen, small appliances, cleaning stuff, gift baskets, heater, cast iron, clothes and Valentine. _________________________ Indoor Garage Sale: 245 East 54th Street. January 16 and 17 from 8am to 4pm. Mardi Gras beads and throws; books; clothes; dishes; small kitchen appliances and more. _________________________

HELP WANTED

Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions.

Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose.

Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ SBL Construction is hiring a CDL Drivers, Routabouts, Dozer Operators. Must be able to pass drug screen/ physical, be reliable and have own transportation to work. FMI call 985-665-1220. _________________________ B & B Hardware is looking for a full time sales clerk. Apply within at 13222 West Main Street in Larose. _________________________

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

MLS 152006: This 5500 sqft. 17 room r home sits on 2.84 acres of land at 115778 Highway 1 in Larose. It has 7,000 total lsq. ft. and LOTS of extras. It’s priced right att $599,000!

MLS: 15562 This 2600 sq. ftft. 2 bedrroom, 2 bath home offffers tons of potential with a 3200 sq.ft. warehouse with kitchen and bath annd sits on 17 acres with crawfish pond and fish poond. Located on 154 Alida Lane in Larose.

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Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-262-4084. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________________ Triple Sons Farm Transport is accepting applications for experienced CDL 18 wheeler driver.

Offering paid vacation, health ins., 401K. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 West Main, Cut Off, LA. _________________________ Dufrene Building Materials is accepting applications for experienced Chauffeur Class D License Driver for the Cut Off location. Offering paid vacation, health insurance, 401k. Apply at 14502 West Main, Cut Off. _________________________ K-Mar Supply, Fourchon Location, is now accepting applications for ALL POSITIONS, full time. Candidate must be a fast learner, can multi-task and selfmotivated. Apply in person at 654 A. O. Rappelet Road, Fourchon, LA 70357, NAPA, next door to Kajun Truck Stop. No phone calls please. MUST SPEAK ENGLISH. Must have a valid drivers license. Must meet TWIC card requirements. Transportation available (to & from work) from our Cut Off location. _________________________ Truck Drivers – Full-Time: Tank Specialties is seeking full-time Truck drivers. Excellent starting pay: CDL X endorsement, vacuum, winch, and roll off experience preferred, Have at least 3 years of verifiable driving experience, 1 year recent tank experience.

We offer Health, Dental, 401k plan, and paid vacation and holidays. Full time schedule (operating hours negotiable).

Please call 985-693-6266 and complete an application at: Tank Specialties, 13097 Hwy, 308, Larose, LA 70373.

K-Mar Supply Fourchon location is now accepting applications for Office Assistant/Secretary Full time.

Candidate must be a fast learner, can multi-task and be self motivated. Apply in person @654 A.O. Rappelet Road, Fourchon. NAPA, next door to Kajun Truck Stop. No phone calls please. MUST SPEAK ENGLISH. Must have a valid driver license. Must meet TWIC Card requirements. Transportation available (to & from work) from our Cut Off location. _________________________ The Lafourche Council on Aging Nutrition Dept. has a position open for a Home Meal Deliver for the Galliano/ Golden Meadow area. This person would deliver hot meals to elderly home bound clients (Monday thru Friday). Person must be reliable, with reliable transportation and working telephone service. Must be able to pass a drivers license check, pre-employment drug test and criminal background check. No restrictions on lifting (Applicant must be able to lift 25 lbs or more) Pay rate is $10.31 an hour.

Mileage is reimbursed. Deadline to apply is Thursday, January 16 at 2 p.m. Apply at the Lafourche Council on Aging Office, 4876 Hwy. 1, Suite 100, Raceland, LA. For more information call Angie Pertuit at 985-532-0457.

Equal Opportunity Employer. _________________________ The Lafourche Council on Aging, Inc. has a job opening for Homemaker in the Galliano/ Golden Meadow area. Starting pay is $10.31 per hour. 27 hours per week. Mileage is reimbursed at $.575 per mile. Must have reliable transportation with working odometer reading. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test. Must be able to pass nationwide background check.

Must provide proof of liability insurance. Deadline to apply is Tuesday, January 21 at 12 noon. Apply at Lafourche Council on Aging Office in Mathews.

985-532-0458. E.O.E. _________________________

CENTRAL GULF TOWING Is now taking applications for

Experienced E i d Deckhands

With Inland and Offshore Experience Apply In Person 14561 West Main • Cut Off or Call 985-632-4400

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

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SERVICES

Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________________ 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 985-696-5174. _________________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work.

Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________________ Need a Plumber?

A.S.I. PLUMBING LLC Better Business Bureau Accredited with 9 years of experience in residential, commercial, new construction, remodels and repairs.

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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. _________________________ Tony’s Carpentry: Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, painting, pressure washing, call 985-278-7188, ask for Tony.

Blessings. _________________________ Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC Best Prices on the Bayou.

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Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985-677-2526. _________________________ miDevice Repair Service iPhone/ iPad, Mac/ PC, Data Recovery, Android. 18210 West Main, Suite 12, Galliano. 985258-1199. _________________________ Curry’s Tree Service: Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________________ Low Cost Lawn Care and Pressure Washing Free estimates. Call Raymond G at 985-258-8577. _________________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-677-2959. _________________________ TRI-PARISH PAINTERS, LLC 985-258-6067 Professional Interior & Exterior Painting & Staining Services.

Now offering pressure washing. Special projects welcomed! Professional in-house artist with over 40 years of experience. Ralf & Mary Cheramie, Owners & Operators. Call for your free estimate today!

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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 located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. ________________________

MEMORIALS

In Loving Memory of GERALD “BUZZ” BREAUX

2nd Anniversary with his Lord Jesus Christ May you always walk in sunshine; And God’s Love around you flow, For the happiness you gave us; No one will ever know.

It broke our hearts to lose you; But you did not go alone, A part of us went with you; The day God called you home.

The Lord be with you And may you Rest In Peace.

We LOVE and MISS you so much, Forever and Always.

Your Loving wife Barbara, Jerry and Family, Brent and Family ______________________

OBITUARIES

EARLINE P. CANTRELLE

Earline “Earbie” P. Cantrelle, 84, a native of Houma and resident of Larose went to her eternal rest on Friday, January 10, 2020.

A visitation had taken place at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose on Tuesday, January 14, from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Funeral Mass began at 1:00 p.m. with burial followed in the Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Earline is survived by her children, Dr. Claudine C. Dufrene (Lynn), Evelyn C. Loftin, Armojen “Buddy” Cantrelle Jr. (Kathy), Valerie Cantrelle Loftin, Peter Cantrelle (Mitzi), and David Cantrelle (Ellen); 16 grandchildren; 27 great grandchilden; siblings, Phillip “Billy” Poche’, Melanie P. Ougel, Carolyn P. Ledet, Raymond Poche’ (Arlene), Maurice Poche’ (Charlette), Danny Poche’, and Lydia P. Pickering (Donn).

Mrs. Cantrelle was preceded in death by her husband, Armojen “A.J.” Cantrelle, Sr.; grand daughter, Kristen Cantrelle; parents, Earl J. Poche’ Sr. and Leona D. Poche’; and siblings, Earl Poche’ Jr. and Dorothy P. Cheramie.

Earbie served as a cook and house keeper for the Priests of Our Lady of the Rosary for many years, a member of the Ladies Altar Society, a Eucharistic Minister and Lector, member and former President of the Ladies Auxillary. She and her husband A.J. were in charge of Eucahristic Adoration and the St. Joseph Altar for many years. She enjoyed reading, completing word puzzles, playing cards, and spending time with her friends and family.

The family would like to thank the staff and medical professionals of The Broadway and Ochsner St. Anne for the care and compassion provided.

Services by Falgout Funeral Home Galliano. ___________________

OBITUARIES

OLIVER DANOS

Oliver Joseph Danos, 68, a native and resident of Golden Meadow passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020.

Graveside services was held at Cheramie Cemetery on Saturday, January 11th at 10:00 a.m.

He is survived by his companion, Tonya Bouzigard; children, Oliver Philip (Robin) Danos, Jason Joel (Sheena) Danos, Jade Nicole (Harold) Innerarity, Michael Shane (Laken) Danos, Britney Renee Danos and Brandon Dennis; grandchildren, Megan Danos, Gracie Innerarity, Dylan Danos, Olivia Danos, Isabella Danos, Ty Innerarity, Khyra Allemand, Mathew Danos, Brody Innerarity, Blaire Danos, Lainey Danos and Rorie Innerarity; and sisters, Linda Danos, Lou Anna Bouffanie and Cheryl Ann Duet.

He was preceded in death by his father, Guillaune Danos; mother, Amy Serigny; brothers, Lipton Danos, Abel Danos and Allen Danos; and sister, Judy Serigny.

Falgout Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. _________________

MELVIN BILLIOT

Melvin J. Billiot, Sr., 66, a native and resident of Lockport passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020. Visitation was held at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport on Friday, January 10 from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Funeral Services was held at 11:00 a.m. with burial followed in Holy Savior Cemetery.

He is survived by his mother, Elvire B. Billiot; son, Melvin “T-Mel” Billiot, Jr.; daughters, Sandra (Chester Ellison) Hutchinson and Joann Cordes; brothers, Russell Billiot, Magnelta “T-Mack” Billiot, Jr. and Irvin Billiot; sisters, Thelma B. Griffin, Joyce B. Crosby and Velma B. Boudreaux; and granddaughter, Hannah Griffin.

He was preceded in death by his father, Magnelta Billiot, Sr.; brother, Steve Billiot; and sisters, Francis B. Loupe and Lisa B. Detillier.

Falgout Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. _________________

Obituaries can be viewed online at www.

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Arrest reports

The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of the offenses shown.

All accused should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.

JANUARY 6, 2020 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Nikolas Alexander, 25, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court.

Brandon Cedotal, 22, Gheens. Contempt of court.

Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Bicycles-Front lamps, rear lamps, side and rear reflectors required between sunset and sunrise.

Terrineka Lawson, 30, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Fugitive.

Justin Sons, 29, Raceland. Revocation for parole for violation of condition (Felony).

JANUARY 7, 2020 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Lorelyn Gotcher, 33, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court.

Alaina Guidroz, 52, Raceland. Contempt of court.

Carl Pellegrin, 46, Raceland. Unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling (Felony).

Enter/remain after being forbidden-Immovable structure.

Violation of probation/parole.

Battery of a dating partner (Misd). Resisting an officer (Misd). False imprisoment (Misd).

Reginal Cheneau, 38, Raceland. Failure to drive on right side of road; possession of crack cocaine; fugitive (2 cts).

JANUARY 8, 2020 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Dillon Terrebonne, 26, Larose. Contempt of court.

Dillon Verdin, 27, Cut Off. Contempt of court.

JANUARY 9, 2020 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Mandrick Poindexter, 38, Raceland. Contempt of court.

George Robichaux Jr., 38, Raceland. Contempt of court. Illegal possession of stolen things (Felony).

JANUARY 10, 2020 Golden Meadow Police Department Trey Cheramie, 23, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Londi Duet, 33, Galliano.

Contempt of court (4 CTS).

Shentrelle Gray, 42, Raceland. Contempt of court (4 CTS).

Ted Toups, 54, Gheens.

Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd).

Lights on bicycle.

JANUARY 11, 2020 Golden Meadow Police Department Laryen Davis, 28, Galliano. Contempt of court.

Josh Plaisance, 34, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Terrence Hadley Jr., 25, Raceland. Fugitive.

Beau Plaisance, 38, Cut Off. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

Craig Slayton, 45, Gheens. Contempt of court (4 CTS).

JANUARY 12, 2020 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Cody Allemand, 32, Raceland. Domestic abuse aggravated assault. Domestic

abuse battery (Misd).

Earl Brown III, 31, Raceland. Criminal trespass-Immovable structure. Simple burglary-Immovable structure.

Katherine Simmons, 31, Galliano. Enter/remain after being forbidden-Immovable structure.

Louisiana State Police Richanna Greene, 32, Galliano. Child passenger restraint system. Headlamps for motor vehicles and motorcycles. D.W.I.-2nd offense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). Use of multiple beam road lighting equipment. Contempt of court.

Driver must be licensed.

Thibodaux Police Department Cletus Melancon, 37, Lockport. Entry on or remaining in places after being forbidden. Domestic abuse battery.

Golden Meadow Police Department Breezie Speer, 33, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court.

BATON ROUGE, La. Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents arrested a Lockport man for alleged deer hunting violations in Lafourche Parish on Dec. 31.

Agents arrested Brent Loupe, 32, for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, resisting arrest, hunting deer during a closed season, over the daily limit of deer, hunting deer during illegal hours, and possession of untagged deer.

Agents received a complaint that Loupe had taken two antlerless deer at night on Dec. 30 near Lockport. Agents immediately went to Loupe’s residence on the morning of Dec. 31 where they observed two freshly harvested antlerless deer on Loupe’s property.

Agents also found that Loupe was a convicted felon and in possession of a .270 caliber rifle that he used to harvest the two deer.

During the first ar-

rest attempt, Loupe resisted the agents.

Agents were then able to arrest Loupe and book him into the Lafourche Parish Jail.

Agents seized the deer and donated them to a local charity and also seized the .270 caliber rifle.

Illegally possessing a firearm by a convicted felon brings a $1,000 to $5,000 fine and 10 to 20 years in jail. Resisting arrest carries up to a $500 fine and six months in jail. Hunting deer during a closed season and hunting deer during illegal hours brings a $900 to $950 fine and up to 120 days in jail for each offense.

Taking over the daily limit of deer carries a $250 to $500 fine and up to 90 days in jail.

Possession of untagged deer brings a $100 to $350 fine and up to 60 days in jail.

Loupe may also face civil restitution totaling $3,249 for the replacement value of the illegally taken deer.

Agents arrest Lockport man for deer hunting violations

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 The stars pull you deeper into the cocoon of your mind, Aries. This may help you as you work on a project or work through thoughts and emotions.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 This is a week to take inventory of any goals that you may have put on a shelf, Taurus. Dust them off and create a plan of action because the time to pursue them is now.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, an ambitious week is on the horizon. Your professional house is booming, and you are ready to perhaps move your career to the next level.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 This week will get off to a social start, Cancer. Expect friends to bring other friends along if you are hosting a party. This is an exciting opportunity to expand your network.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, put all of your cards on the table and begin discussions with others who are influencers in your life. Only then can you come up with a strategy to get things done.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Make a point of being direct if you are upset, Virgo. Others need to know if they have stepped on your toes, even if it was accidental so they can make things right.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Now is a key time to boost your bottom line, Libra. If you don’t already have a job, it’s time to get one. If you’re employed, you may need to seek out new revenue streams.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Various ideas are swirling around in your head, Scorpio. You’re not sure which ones you want to see the light of day just yet. Partner up on a trial project first.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, if stress has been ruling your universe, it might be time to step back and reevaluate your priorities. Find out which tasks you can shed from your daily list.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Deep soul-searching and a sharing of hidden emotions might be on the docket this week, Capricorn. It is brave to own up to your feelings.

You’ll find support in friends.

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Wednesday, January 15, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Public’s help needed in finding a wanted felon from Gheens

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a wanted felon.

Justin Paul Breaux, 30, of Gheens has an outstanding warrant for his arrest with a bail amount of $100,000.

Breaux has been arrested more than 10 times in Lafourche Parish since 2008, mostly for crimes such as theft, burglary, possession of stolen property, and battery. His last arrest occurred on May 22, 2018, when he was charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and Possession of Methamphetamine. After posting bail on June 1, 2018, he failed to show up for court. A warrant was issued for his arrest in September of 2019.

Investigators followed up on several leads but have been unable to locate him.

Breaux Anyone with knowledge of Justin Breaux’s whereabouts is asked to submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bayou Region by phone at 1800-743-7433 or online at www.crimestoppersbr.org. Tips can also be submitted using the P3 Tips app on your mobile device. Tipsters could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 in cash if the information leads to an arrest

New Orleans, LA – The Blood Center’s strongly encouraging all eligible donors to give blood in response to the continued civil unrest in the Middle East. Current blood supplies and daily collections are not strong enough to sustain regional transfusion needs and assist our military if we’re called on to support our troops.

“We must be prepared to assist the efforts of our troops and our country should we be called upon,” says Billy Weales, President and CEO for The Blood Center. “During Desert Storm The Blood Center sent over 600 units of blood and blood products to the U.S. Military.

With tension between the U.S. and Iran escalating, we need to be

proactive and have blood readily available on the shelves, not only for the patients and hospitals in the communities we serve, but for the men and women in uniform who protect our country every day.” The Blood Center urges families, businesses, community and religious organizations to host blood drives or visit a donor center to support their community and potentially their country through donating blood and stabilizing the national and local community blood supply.

For more information on blood donation, please call (800) 86BLOOD or visit TheBloodCenter.org. Find The Blood Center on social media at @TheBloodCenter.

Blood donors asked to give in response to increased Military activity

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 A deep cleaning or decluttering is in order, Aquarius. Start with one room in the house and then work your way onward as time permits. Decluttering can be liberating.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 You may soon encounter some awkward moments with some people you interact with regularly, Pisces.

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Wednesday, January 15, 2020 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Legal advertisement OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION December 11, 2019

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in regular session on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 10:30AM at the Administration Office 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, LA 70345.

President Harris Cheramie, Jr. called the meeting to order and Secretary M. Callais then called roll.

ATTENDED: Harris Cheramie, Jr., Rodney R. Gisclair, Jimmy Lafont, Rodney J. Gisclair, Sr., Curtis Pierce, Larry Griffin, John Melancon, Jr., Mike Callais, and Kris Callais ABSENT: None Upon motion by K. Callais second by R. Gisclair, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the minutes for November 14, 2019 regular meeting.

Executive Director’s Report Northern Expansion – Engineer Joe Picciola reported Sealevel Construction is on site driving steel sheet piles for Slip C 400’ East Bulkhead project. They should be complete this week, then will begin installing the concrete deadman. Executive Director Chett Chiasson questioned the contract time, which Picciola replied they have a few months left and are only 1 week behind due to weather delays. Engineer Joe Picciola reported Shavers-Whittle Construction has been issued a conditional notice to proceed which begins December 16th to start ordering materials and site prep work for Slip C 1100’ East Bulkhead project. This project is a 12-month project and will end next year. Engineer Larry Picciola reported the Minor Cheramie Sr. Road Paving project is complete and in the lien period which ends December 12th. He stated the clear lien certificate and retainage will be presented at the next meeting. Thad Angelloz reported on the Coastal Wetlands Park. The view finders have been delayed and are scheduled to be delivered before the end of the year.

Once received we will construct the platforms and expect an event sometime next spring. We are working with Wisner to have an agreement in place for the second submittal of the Land & Water Conservation Grant which is due by April 2020, then it will move to the federal level of review.

Airport Projects – Joe Wheeler Airport Director reported the aircraft operations for the month of November were 2,102, with 9,580 passengers, and 17,374 vehicles. Byron E. Talbot Contractors plans to be complete by next week on the Airfield Drainage Improvements. The FAA flight inspection is scheduled for December 19th. Regarding the Airport Connector Road and Bridge, Chiasson stated we are finalizing agreements for the appraisals of the

property. We do have 2 meetings scheduled with landowners for December 12th at 6PM and December 19th at 6PM both here at our Administration office. Engineer Joe Picciola reported they continue to work on the design plan details. We have submitted the permit application and the solicitation of views to notify adjacent landowners which were mailed 2 weeks ago. We have these 2 meetings scheduled with landowners beginning tomorrow and next Thursday to show the plans, timeframe, and any possible impacts there may be. We have completed the wetlands delineation, cultural resources report, and geotechnical reports. The next deadline we are working toward is the 60% design set submittal which is due by the end of March 2020. Melancon questioned who the design plans will be submitted to, which Picciola replied DOTD. Other Projects – Dustin Malbrough reported on the Section 203 Feasibility Study. The ASA Corps office didn’t agree with the alternate route therefore we are working on an addendum to satisfy the comments.

We expect to be complete in 2-3 weeks to submit. Next week we are meeting with the Corps District office to discuss the comments and the addendum. The EIS information we are working to get passed in the WRDA bill if we get it through the District Office. Chiasson stated the meeting planned with the ASA’s office for December did not happen, but we will schedule it for the week of January 22 nd when we will be in DC. April Danos reported she is working on the bid packet for the Belle Pass Tower platform upgrades. As well as the agreement with AIC for the security systems contract. Chiasson reported on the Highway Embankment work that started today to place rocks along the embankment. The first area is in Cut Off along LA 308 and next week they will be working south of the Leon Theriot Locks. R. Gisclair Sr. questioned if this is Port funded, which Chiasson replied yes.

Melancon questioned if DOTD is assisting us with equipment, which Chiasson replied no, they were not able to provide the equipment this year.

Update from LA 1 Coalition – Henri Boulet reported the LA 1 Coalition continues to work with LA DOTD and their consultant HNTB Corporation on the upcoming federal grant submission for Phase II of the LA 1 Project. My efforts are currently focused on getting data from a range of companies that rely on LA 1 in order to compute the $375 million project’s cost-benefit analysis. To that end, today HNTB transportation planners working on the grant will tour the port and begin a series of interviews with stakeholders over the next three days. Boulet continues to work on securing up to $25 million in industry commitments to submit in the form of pledge letters with the grant. This will demonstrate to the Trump Administration, alongside the Port’s pledge, that industry is willing to participate in the project in a sig-

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nificant manner. Currently, the Coalition has received a little over $6 million in pledge letters toward this effort. As we close out the calendar year 2019, he thanked the commissioners and the port’s staff for their continued support in this critical effort. We have some momentum moving forward with the state, the port’s and industries pledges to date, and committed to being strategic with a Washington strategy on how to most leverage the funds pledged so far to garner the needed federal investment.

President opened the floor for any public comment. Chiasson stated the public may be familiar with what has been said at the Parish meetings in the last few weeks of misinformation regarding a project that the Port has contributed funds to. Brent Abadie with the Parish Administration did not know where the Port’s $100,000 donated to the Town of Golden Meadow went to. Chiasson stated he was looking at the wrong project. He stated that the Town of Golden Meadow did have an emergency storm project with FEMA that funds were returned because it came in underbudget which was Phase 2. The project the Port and the South Lafourche Levee District contributed to was Phase 3. The funds sent were spent properly toward a bulkhead project that we had monthly updates from the engineer while it was going on at our public meetings. He just wanted to make that clear and tell the public the correct information so that the people don’t think that the Port’s funds are not spent correctly. This is not the case. Cheramie stated we will not spend any funds incorrectly our staff does a good job to make sure of that.

He stated the Parish Administration needs to apologize for making it seem to the public the Port and Town of Golden Meadow didn’t do something right. R. Gisclair Sr. stated we spend our money wisely for our community a good example is the work being doing now along the embankment stabilization to help our community, parish, and DOTD. We support the projects that benefit our citizens and the public thank you for doing these things. Eddie Callais with the Fourchon Oilmen’s Association (FOA) stated due to having to cancel this year’s tournament because of the hurricane, the FOA board did make a $79,000 donation to the Second Harvest Food Bank which will generate over 20,000 meals for the Lafourche and Terrebonne Communities. Over the past 9 years, FOA has given $725,000 in scholarships to over 100 agencies.

FOA took a $100,000 loss this year, however the board came up with a golf tournament and received over $60,000 of donations to hold the organization and grant process for non-profits. We are will continue to have scholarships and will continue the cycle of grant awards. President Cheramie recognized Ms. D’Lynn Boudreaux and congratulated her on being elected Parish Council Member for District 8.

Committee Reports Executive Committee - The committee met November 25th in Cut Off present were Cheramie, R. Gisclair Sr., M. Callais, and Melancon.

They also met December 9th in Cut Off with all present.

Upon motion by R. Gisclair second by M. Callais, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Edward Wisner Donation for the Land & Water Conservation Fund Grant Program regarding Wisner as a cosponsor on the grant application for the Coastal Wetlands Park. The Port will be the sponsor and agrees to all requirements and agrees to utilize

the area for recreation.

Upon motion by Melancon to approve the request from Acadiana Oil and Environmental Corporation to lease 7.35 acre tract fronting 400 feet of waterfront along Slip C which will include an implementation fee and a six month permitting period until commencement. Second by R. Gisclair Sr., with no public comment, the vote resulted in 8 yeas and 1 abstain by K. Callais.

Upon motion by Lafont second

by Pierce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from Rotorcraft Leasing Company to amend lease SLIP-10 for the construction of hangar additions with concrete aprons and include language regarding the appraisal of the proposed improvements, purchase at fair market value, and the increased improvement rental over the next 8 years.

Upon motion by Griffin second

by K. Callais, with no public comment, the board unanimously declared the Port Bus as surplus and transfers the bus to the Bayou Lafourche Fresh Water District provided that the Port receives proceeds if sold.

Upon motion by R. Gisclair second by Lafont, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Privacy, Purchasing and Disbursements, and Receipt Policy revisions and approved the new Contracts Policy and Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity policy.

Permits & Waterways Committee - The committee met November 25th in Cut Off present were Pierce, Lafont, R. Gisclair, and Cheramie.

They also met December 9th in Cut Off with all present.

Pierce presented for the board’s review permits from Allen Allemand, Marquis Resources, LLC, and Key Operating Company.

Finance Committee - The committee met November 25th in Cut Off present were Melancon, R. Gisclair Sr., M. Callais, and Cheramie.

They also met December 9th in Cut Off with all present.

Upon motion by Melancon second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved payment of November 2019 invoices and recognized expenditures over $10,000 which total $2,327,087.80.

Upon motion by Melancon second by M. Callais, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the November 2019 unaudited financial statements.

Upon motion by Melancon second by Lafont, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the out of state travel requests from Thad Angelloz and Joe Wheeler to attend Louisiana Alive Event in DC January 21st to 24th, Brook Angelette and Aaron Montez to attend the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center on Seaport Security Antiterrorism in South Carolina January 26th to 31st, Chett Chiasson to attend the AAPA Governance Meetings and Leadership Summit in Florida January 27th to 29th, and Michael Kinler, Scott Bynum, and other Harbor Police Officers to attend Central Square 2020 Customer Conference in Nevada March 17th to 21st.

Melancon presented for the board’s consideration approving the 2020 Budget. Finance Director Miranda Parker presented the highlights of the budget. The Port revenues of $28.8M less direct cost of $10.2M, equals gross profit of $18.5M, less operating expenses of $17.4M, equals operating profit of $1.1M, plus non-operating revenue of $10.4M, equals net income of $11.6M. Regarding the non-operating revenue of $10.4M mentioned

above, the breakdown is on page 17 of packet which includes $4M of advalorem less 10% uncollectable taxes, plus $10.7M capital grants, $268,000 of maintenance grants, and $1.9M of interest earned, less $2.9M of emergency 5% contingency, less $3M for beach restoration.

Parker stated the expected 2020 beginning cash of $121M, plus net income of $11.6M, plus the depreciation expense of $8M, less purchase of capital assets and projects of $31M, plus deferred revenues and other receivables of ($5.8M), equals ending cash of $103.8M, less future Fourchon Island project $50M, equals final ending cash of $53.8M. The overall operating budget $27,748,030, capital budget $31,025,488, and non-operating budget $5,938,676 totals the 2020 Budget of $64,712,194.

Chiasson then presented the highlights of the proposed projects in 2020 as follows: Seaport projects are 400’ and 1100’ Slip C Bulkhead and Dredging of $9.1M, Highway Embankment Stabilization, Flotation Canal Dredge at the Commercial Marina, dredging section of Bayou Lafourche north of C-Port 1 to Flotation Canal, Fourchon Island Design and Permitting, Flotation Canal and Slip D Hydraulic Dredge of $9.3M, Coastal Wetlands Parking, Bridge, and Pavilion soil borings and design, Public Boat Launch Improvements, and Harbor Patrol Work Boat currently being constructed. Airport projects are Runway Approach

Obstruction Removal, Terminal Design, and Connector Road and Bridge. Upon motion by Melancon second by M. Callais, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the 2020 Budget of $64,712,194. Cheramie stated Ms. Parker’s group and Chiasson did an excellent job on the budget, which Chiasson replied thanks but it is a team effort all supervisors and the department staff have a hand in the budget process.

Upon motion by Melancon second by R. Gisclair Sr., with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the LaPorte audit engagement agreement for 2019.

Melancon stated the Finance Committee would like to thank the staff, administration, and all employees for a job well done on the budget.

Cheramie opened the floor for any public comment. Melancon stated we loss a fellow commissioner this year Perry Gisclair and this is the season he will be missed the most. He then wished his family a Merry Christmas. Griffin stated because of him we still believe in Santa. Each Commissioner then wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.

Upon motion by K. Callais second by Lafont, the board adjourned the board meeting at 11:21AM. ATTEST: Harris Cheramie Jr., President Charles M. “Mike” Callais, Secretary 1-15-2020

2020 Area Mardi Gras Parade Schedule SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9 • Krewe Des Les Petite Lions - Golden Meadow, 1 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14 • Krewe of Hercules - Houma - 6 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 • Le Krewe Des T-Cajun - Larose - noon • Krewe of Tee Caillou - Chauvin - noon • Krewe of Aquarius - Houma - 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16 • Krewe of Versailles - Larose - noon • Krewe of Hyacinthians - Houma - noon • Krewe of Titans (Following Hyacinthians) - Houma • Krewe of Shaka - Thibodaux - 1:30 p.m.

Krewe of Ambrosia (Following Shaka) - 2:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21 • Krewe of Athena - Golden Meadow - 7:00 p.m.

• Krewe of Aphrodite - Houma - 6:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22 • Krewe of Apollo - Lockport - noon • Krewe of Atlantis - Golden Meadow - noon • Le Krewe du Bon Temps - Larose - 6:30 p.m.

• Krewe of Mardi Gras - 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23 • Krewe of Grand Isle - Grand Isle - noon • Krewe of Terreanians - Houma - 12:30 p.m.

• Krewe of Cleophas - Thibodaux - 12:30 p.m.

• Krewe of Chronos (follows Cleophas) - Thibodaux • Krewe of Montegut Children’s Parade - 2:00 p.m.

• Krewe of Nereids - Golden Meadow, 6:00 p.m.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24 • Krewe of Cleopatra - Houma, 6:30 p.m.

MARDI GRAS DAY, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25

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