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Local meth arrests rise as prices reach record lows

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Sheriff’s offices in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes have reported an uptick in meth-related arrests in recent years, which officials say has been fueled by Mexican cartels driving down prices by flooding the market with the illegal drug. The Lafourche Sheriff’s Office meth-related arrests have almost doubled in recent years, rising from 106 in 2015 to 200 in 2017. This year is on track to keep up with last year, with 110 meth-related arrests made as of June 29. The Terrebonne Sheriff’s Office has also seen an increase. In 2013, deputies arrested 19 suspects on a possession-of-meth charge and arrested six on a charge of possession of meth with intent to distribute. In 2017, those numbers jumped to 87 and 60, respectively. Debbie Webber, a spokeswoman with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration in New See Meth Page 3-A

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VOLUME 52 NUMBER 45

By Natalie Schwartz Daily Comet Staff Writer

Local sheriffs said they’d like to see a boost to the amount of money they’re paid to house state inmates following Gov. John Bel Edward’s announcement that the state’s criminal justice reform package passed in 2017 has saved more than $12 million. At the end of March, Louisiana saw its total prison population drop by nearly 8 percent since 2016, according to Louisiana’s Justice Reinvestment Reforms First Annual Performance Report. The state plans to funnel some of the savings from the overhaul into programs that help people stay out of prison and to support victims. Although the sheriffs in Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes expressed differing opinions on the criminal justice overhaul, both said they’d like to see more money allocated to the amount they are paid each day to house state inmates. Unlike other states, Louisiana holds about half of its state prisoners in local jails. Sheriffs are paid about $24 a day for a state inmate, but daily jail costs for an inmate often exceed that amount. “Local sheriffs have been for many years subsidizing the state’s budget,” said Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre. “They’re subsidizing it by taking over half the Department of Corrections population and holding them, incarcerating them, for a price that is below what it costs the state to do that. The state of Louisiana is getting a hell of deal. They’re making out like a bandit.” Webre said he supported the criminal justice reinvestment and testified for some of the bills in the package. Because sheriffs play an integral role in Louisiana’s prison system, he said, they can’t be excluded from the money that will be reinvested. Part of Louisiana’s savings will be used to increase programming for state inmates housed at local jails, such as education, addiction treatment and faith-based opportunities,

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After the rain come the rainbows. Many area residents woke to the rumbling of thunder and the pounding of rain Friday morning which passed quickly through the area, leaving a multitude of rainbows in its aftermath. These are just two that were seen in the Larose area. Rainbows caused by sunlight always appear in the section of sky directly opposite the sun.

Celebrate Tabasco’s 150th birthday with a trip to Avery Island By BETH J. HARPAZ, AP Travel Editor

AVERY ISLAND, La. (AP) — One of the world’s most famous condiments, Tabasco, celebrates its 150th birthday this year. Edmund McIlhenny created the famous pepper sauce in 1868 on Avery Island, Louisiana. The company is still headquartered there, and it is still run by McIlhenny’s descendants. But whether or not you’re one of those pepper fiends who shakes Tabasco on everything from eggs to burgers, Avery Island is a fun destination with a neat history. Tour the Tabasco museum and factory, try free samples of Tabasco-infused goodies, dine on Cajun food and consider trying a bloody mary (spiked with Tabasco, of course). There’s also a unique nature preserve called Jungle Gardens where you’ll learn the story of how Avery Island helped save an entire species of bird from disappearing in the U.S. Despite its name, though, Avery Island is not an island. It’s a salt dome, a geological phenomenon in which an underground bed of salt pushes up the terrain. That salt is used to flavor Tabasco.

Pierce announces candidacy for re-election to Port Commission, Seat E

I, Curtis “Tompuss” Pierce, am announcing my re-election bid for the Curtis Pierce Greater Lafourche Port Commission Div. E Seat. I’ve been a life long resident of the 10th Ward who resided in Golden Meadow, Cut Off and now Galliano. I’m the son of the late Alcee “Tompuss” Pierce and Adela Lafont Pierce, the grandson of the late John and Amelia Lafont and Syres and Elucia Pierce. I have three wonderful children: Kyle, Sarah Pierce (deceased), and Elizabeth Pierce Danos, along with 13 grandchildren: Jude, Jeron, Joseph, Justin, Jacob, Marcella, John, Joachim, Gianna Pierce, Devin Danos, Sarah Danos and Nichoas Sagherian. I’m retired from Vision Communications after 41-1/2 years and from Crosby Tugs, for nearly 4 years. See Pierce Page 5-A

TABASCO HISTORY As the story goes, McIlhenny planted some pepper seeds he’d been given and liked the peppers they grew. He mashed them up with Avery Island salt, let the mixture age, then added vinegar and packaged the result in bottles designed for cologne. The spicy sauce was a hit. Museum exhibits include vintage bottles along with the wooden barrels still used to age the sauce. A greenhouse displays some pepper plants, though the peppers are now mostly grown outside the U.S. See Tabasco Page 5-A

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Gisclair seeks re-election to Port Commission, Seat B

Port Commission Seat H

I am a member of the Lady of the Sea General Hospital Board of Commissioners, and I previously served on the Housing Authority of Lafourche Parish Board from 1996 to 2010. I have held many leadership positions on the local, regional and statewide levels in the Knights of Columbus and have been an active member since 1985. I am a Past President of the Rotary Club of Golden Meadow, and have been a member since 1993. I serve my Church as the Chairman of the Building Committee, as a member of the Finance Committee, and by assisting at church services. I also serve on the boards of several other charitable service organizations.

I was appointed as the interim commissioner for Seat E on the Greater Lafourche Port Commission for four months last year after the death of Mr. Wilbert Collins. Port Fourchon and the South Lafourche Airport have significant value for our community, and my experience as an interim Port Commissioner, as a vessel operator, and as a real estate manager make me uniquely qualified to work with the commissioners and staff of our ports as we continue to bring good jobs and economic growth to our community. If given the honor to serve you, I promise that I will work hard for you to secure a better future for our children, grandchildren and generations to come.

I humbly ask for your vote and your support on November 6, 2018 for Port Commissioner, Seat H on the Greater Lafourche Port Commission. Thank you for your consideration.

Charles “Mike” Callais

Griffin announces candidacy for reelection to Port Commission, Seat F

I, Perry Gisclair, hereby announce my candidacy as I seek reelection to the Greater Perry Gisclair Lafourche Port Commission, Seat B. I currently serve as board president and have served on the commission for a total of twelve years. I am married to Elizabeth “Libby” Boudreaux Gisclair, and we have on daughter, April, and three grandchildren, Matthew, Amber and Luke. I am the son of Mabel Toups Gisclair and the late Adam “Ted” Gisclair and the brother of Rodney Gisclair and Angela LeBlanc. In my time on the Port Commission, both Port Fourchon and the South Lafourche Airport have seen tremendous growth. Accomplishments and milestones during my tenure include: See Gisclair Page 5-A

I, Larry Griffin, am announcing my candidacy for re-election to Seat F of the Greater Lafourche Larry Griffin Port Commission. Port Fourchon has seen great progress since I was elected in 1992. The Port’s lease revenues have increased from $2 million to $20 million and we have doubled the size of the port with new development. We purchased the South Lafourche Airport and made it into a thriving local transportation hub that services the offshore industry, and we have worked hard to make our waterways and environment a safe place to work and play. Since being elected to the GLPC board, I have served as Vice President for two terms and as President for six years. I am now Chairman of the Construction and Development Committee and a member of the board’s Executive Committee. See Griffin Page 5-A

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SL Bantam hosting Ralph Pere football camp in Larose

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LPSO to conduct seatbelt checkpoint on July 19 and 25

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will conduct seat belt checkpoints in Lafourche Parish during the daytime hours of July 19, and July 25. During these checkpoints, deputies will be checking motorists for seat belt and safety seat violations, as well as for proper inspection tags and other potential violations. Checkpoints are designed to help raise awareness for these types of violations and make the highways of the parish safer for all motorists.

South Lafourche Bantam is teaming up with the family of Ralph Pere for a football camp. The camp will be hosted by Reed Pere, the Pere family, SLHS football staff, SLHS football players and SL Bantam, at the Larose Bantam Field (behind Larose Library) on Saturday, July 28th from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Youth from ages 613 can participate. Registration is $20 and includes camp, t-shirt, and plate lunch. Plate lunches will also be sold to the public for $8 per plate. Face painting and games will be available free to the younger children. Concessions will also be sold. A DJ/band will be playing for the parents to enjoy. Please come out and support our youth. To sign up, email hlandry@ymail.com.

Port Commission Seat H I, Charles Michael “Mike” Callais, would be honored to have your vote and support on November 6, 2018 in the upcoming election for Seat H on the Greater Lafourche Port Commission.

I am married to the former Blanche Bouvier of Larose. We are blessed with four children, Dennis Collins,III, Ronnie Collins, Leah Callais France, and Rachel Callais Barbour, and four beautiful grandchildren. My parents are Gloria Callais and the late Harold “Brod” Callais of Golden Meadow. I was raised in Galliano and Golden Meadow and have been a resident of Cut Off for the last thirty years. I am an LSU graduate with a degree in Business Management. I have worked much of my career in Abdon Callais Offshore, a Golden Meadow based familyowned offshore supply vessel company started in 1948 by my grandparents Abdon and Ada Bruce Callais. I have worked in Abdon Callais Offshore in various positions since 1988, becoming CEO in 2008. In 2013, we sold all of our marine vessels and I oversaw the transformation of Abdon Callais Offshore into a commercial real estate company that does business in three parishes. Additionally, I am a member of the Board of Directors and a shareholder of United Community Bank which operates nine branches in five parishes. I have extensive knowledge in financial management and budgeting, and I want to use my experience to help our community.

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TRMC Sports Medicine Center to hold summer basketball clinic

The Sports Medicine Center of Thibodaux Regional is hosting a oneday youth basketball clinic on Monday, July 30 at the Wellness Center of Thibodaux Regional Gymnasium. Boys and girls, ages 7-14 are invited to attend, and learn the fundamental skills of the game from local area basketball coaches. The Basketball Clinic will consist of two separate sessions: Session 1 (Ages 7-11, 9 to 11:30 a.m.) and Session 2 (Ages 12-14, 1 to 3:30 p.m.). Cost of each session is $60. Space is limited to the first 60 participants to register in each session. Flyers detailing the clinic may be picked up at the Wellness Center information desk and at the Fitness Center, as well as the entrance to the Medical Mall in the hospital. To register for the clinic, visit thibodaux.com/classesevents. All registration will be online and clinic fees should be paid online as well. Come join up for some basketball and fun! Any questions regarding the clinic, contact Sandy Fussell at (985) 449-4680 or sandra.fussell@thibodaux.co m. ___________________

TCC store donating backpacks to local students

On Sunday, July 22, nearly 1,000 participating TCC and Wireless Zone stores are teaming up to donate 187,000 backpacks full of school supplies to children through TCC’s annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway. Since 2013, TCC has donated more than 752,000 backpacks filled with supplies to ensure children are well prepared for the start of the school year. Between 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, July 22, the local participating TCC store, located at 16258 W. Main, Cut Off, is inviting local families to bring their children to the store to pick up a backpack filled with pencils, paper, a pencil box, folders, glue and more. Each TCC store is donating up to 220 backpacks, and backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Community Resource Fair to discuss several important topics

Louisiana Probation and Parole, Thibodaux District, is holding a Lafourche Parish Community Resource Fair on Wednesday, July 25th, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Lafourche Parish Recreation District #2 Building, 241 Recreation Drive, in Raceland. This event is open to the public. Topics will include housing, education, employment, legal services, elder care, mental and physical health, veterans’ services, family and child services, financial services, substance abuse, and more. For more information, contact Hester Serrano with Probation and Parole at hserrano@correction.state.la.us ___________________

Bayou Council offers Parent Education presentations

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will hold a Concealed Handgun Training Course on Saturday, July 21, at the LPSO Shooting Range Facility located at 3451 Highway 182 in Raceland. The class will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until approximately 5:00 p.m. with a break for lunch. The actual ending time will vary due to class size. The cost for the course is $110, and advance registration is suggested due to limited class size. This course is a pre-requisite for those applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the State of Louisiana. For more information, please contact Captain Lafate Day at (985) 4494485 or by email at lafate-day@lpso.net. _________________

Christian Family Center to distribute school uniforms

The Christian Family Center “Clothes Closet”, will have a school uniform distribution on July 23, 24, 30 and 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free of charge. The Clothes Closet will also be open on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the month of August. ___________________

The Center is looking for Mardi Gras beads and trinkets

The Center - Special Education District No. 1, is collecting any used Mardi Gras beads and trinkets. This project provides The Center’s most challenged individuals to feel important and productive. Please contact The Center at 632-5671 for any additional information. If needed, beads donated can be picked up. ____________________

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Les Reflections du Bayou hosting free water ed. classes

Les Reflections Du Bayou, a non-profit organization since 1986, will once again host their annual free “Braxton’s Gift For Life” water education classes to nonswimmers from ages 7 and adults. The event will be held from July 23 to 27. Call for more information 985632-6382. This is just one program of Les Reflections Du Bayou’s 32 years of giving back to this community. Volunteers are welcome. Students may also volunteer and get community service hours through this program.

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Orleans, said most of the methamphetamine available in southeast Louisiana is smuggled over the Mexican border. Strict U.S. controls over the nasal decongestant pseudoephedrine, an ingredient used to produce meth that’s found in medication like Sudafed, have made it more difficult to produce the illegal drug within the country. But Mexican drug traffickers can buy bulk shipments of cheap pseudoephedrine from countries where it’s not regulated, Webber said, and they can cook the drug in mass quantities for shipment across the border. As a result, the New Orleans DEA has seen fewer of the small meth labs that were littered across the state but cheaper meth available on the streets. “Users or abusers are not going to the trouble of making it themselves when they can get it cheaper,” Webber said. Meth prices across the country have reached record lows, according to the DEA’s 2017 National Drug Threat Assessment. Lafourche sheriff’s Lt. John Champagne said meth used to go for roughly $120 to $180 a gram in the local area. Now, he’s seeing prices as low as $30. “They’re flooding the

market with it,” Champagne said. While heroin is the No. 1 drug threat for the New Orleans DEA division — which spans across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama — meth is the top drug threat in some pockets of the state, such as Shreveport and Baton Rouge, Webber said. Terrebonne Sheriff Jerry Larpenter said he’s also seen fewer meth labs but many drug-related arrests. “We’re going to houses today where people are hallucinating on meth, heroin — some of them are not breathing,” Larpenter said. “We’ve got to try to revive them. Crystal meth — they’re out there trying to kill their families. We’ve got to worry about getting them out of the house safely. We’ve got SWAT teams being called out more.” Champagne said dealing with someone coming off a meth high can be tricky because the drug can trigger paranoia in the user. Police use de-escalation techniques like trying to talk suspects down to avoid them resisting arrest or doing something harmful, Champagne said. Like other drugs, traffickers often mix meth with other substances — including the synthetic opioid fentanyl, Webber said. Fen-

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according to a state government report. Although how that is implemented is still yet to be determined. Webre said at a minimum the state should bring its per day payment for state inmates to a “fair level.” After bolstering the daily payments, Webre said he’s in favor of doling out money in the form of grants or reimbursements to local jails that increase their programming that helps keep people out of the system. However, Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Jerry Larpenter expressed doubts he would see much, if any, of the reinvestment money. “The state should pay us a better wage to keep their prisoners,” Larpenter said. “We don’t make money on prisoners. Jails are not rich. Anybody that tells you that sheriffs are making money off of prisoners don’t know what they’re talking about. (They’re) outright lying because I’ve got the books to prove it.” Larpenter has been critical of the overhaul and points to some of the inmates released under the state’s criminal justice system package that have since been accused of serious crimes, such as Houma resident Ty’G Stoves, who has been charged with second-degree murder after he was released early from a fiveyear sentence, according to Assistant District Attorney Seth Dodd. “The state went about it the wrong way. They let too many out too fast,” Larpenter said. “They’re letting out violent people.” Larpenter said he believes Terrebonne

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the synthetic opioid fentanyl. But Webre expressed more optimism in the overhaul, using the parish’s drug courts, which divert some offenders from the traditional court system into one geared toward treating drug problems, as an example of one effective reinvestment strategy that has helped people

Fox is 9th casualty after jaguar’s weekend escape at zoo

Lundberg Survey said Sunday that the average price is 63 cents higher than it was one year ago. Lundberg says prices at the pump may continue to slip slightly, due in part to weak gasoline demand caused by the higher prices. The highest average price in the contiguous 48 states was $3.74 in the San Francisco Bay Area. The lowest was $2.52 in Baton Rouge. ___

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The death of a wounded fox brings to nine the number of animals that have died as the result of the weekend escape of a jaguar from its enclosure at the zoo in New Orleans. Rusty was one of two foxes attacked by the big cat. Audubon Zoo officials say on the zoo’s website that Rusty died Monday. The jaguar, Valerio, escaped his enclosure before the zoo opened Saturday morning and was captured less than an hour later. The zoo reopened Sunday. An alpaca and fox died Sunday. Four alpacas, one emu and one fox died Saturday. No people were injured. ___

Average price of US gas slips a penny, to $2.94 a gallon

CAMARILLO, Calif. (AP) — The average price of regular-grade gasoline in the U.S. fell a penny a gallon over the past three weeks to $2.94. Industry analyst Trilby Lundberg of the

National rig count increases by 2 to 1,054; Texas gains 2

HOUSTON (AP) — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in

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stay out of jail. “(The overhaul) is far from perfect,” Webre said. “Like every new bold initiative, you’re going to get some things right, and you’re going to have some things you’re going to have to tweak.”

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the U.S. increased by two this week to 1,054. At this time a year ago there were 952 active rigs. Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes reported Friday that 863 rigs drilled for oil this week and 189 for gas. Two were listed as miscellaneous. Among major oiland gas-producing states, Texas gained two rigs and Colorado and Louisiana each increased by one. Alaska and California each lost one rig. Others remained unchanged. The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981. It bottomed out in May 2016 at 404.

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Pierce From 1-A

Working for these two organizations has made me aware of the drastic changes our community has had to endure due to the oil crises. But I’m thrilled to hear from constituents and industry owners throughout our community that an increase in work is occurring in the Gulf today. This is great news cause it’s all about jobs now, and this has been my main platform from the beginning. Although it’s a slow moving progression toward gaining new jobs, it’s a positive movement, nonetheless. My concerns for our community remain the same. I am seeking to create more jobs for those of us who live within the 10th Ward first, because it is you, the citizen of this Ward who passed a tax in 1960 to fund the Port we have today and it is you, who should come first when jobs are handed out for this area, because it is still you, who continues to support our Port today. I’m proud of the services I’ve been able to provide to you thus for as a full-time Port Commissioner and I will con-

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tinue to stand firm to this platform of job creating as I have these past ten months. I assure you that I will continue to do everything in my power to bring our Port back to what it once was, a major jobs producer for the 10th Ward, Parish, State and Nation. Lastly, I’m humbly asking you to consider casting your vote to reelect me on November 6. So, go out and practice your rights as a “free citizen” and “VOTE”, and please consider casting your vote for the Greater Lafourche Port Commission, Div. “E” seat towards Curtis “Tompuss” Pierce. I would greatly appreciate it.

Gisclair From 1-A

- The replacement of the outdated Leeville Lift Bridge with the first portion of the LA 1 Expressway, along with continued highway improvements and seeking funding toward construction segments of the elevated highway from Golden Meadow to Port Fourchon. - The construction and development of the majority of Port Fourchon’s Northern Expansion, which nearly doubles the port. - GLPC surpassing 20 million in revenues in 2012. - The $15 million Slip C Bulkhead Project, the port’s single largest project amount ever awarded, began in 2013. The South Lafourche Airport in Galliano became Chevron’s airbase for all of its Gulf operations, with a 30 million-infrastructure investment in our airport. - Port Fourchon hit over 75,000 feet of waterfront property leased from the Port Commission. I am running because I feel I am a uniquely qualified candi-

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date, with experience in the operations of the port, an established history of success in overseeing improvements at both the port and the airport, and proven leadership to get the job done in the best way possible for the tenants and the community. I ask for your continued support in the upcoming election as I seek re-election for the Greater Lafourche Port Commission’s Seat B. Thank You and God Bless.

Griffin From 1-A

I am retired and able to devote my time to serving as a Port Commissioner. My plan is to continue to work hard for the growth of the port and for you, the people of the 10th Ward. So again, I ask you to consider me, Larry Griffin, for Seat F of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission in the upcoming November 2018 election. Thank you and God bless.

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The sauce is bottled here, though, and you’ll get a good look at the factory where a stream of bright red bottles flies past. The factory can produce up to 700,000 bottles a day, and you’ll see the day’s tally on a digital ticker. By the way, the seeds have no connection to the state of Tabasco in Mexico, but the word tabasco is derived from an Aztec term that means “humid land” and the seeds McIlhenny planted are said to have originated in Latin America. Across the decades Tabasco has become a cultural phenomenon as well as a culinary staple. One video in the museum shows Tabasco turning up in everything from Bugs Bunny cartoons to James Bond movies. Tabasco was used as a wartime code word and was included as a condiment in prepackaged meals for U.S. soldiers. And it’s sold in 195 countries and territories worldwide. Tabasco’s current CEO, Tony Simmons, is McIlhenny’s great-greatgrandson. He says only 2 to 4 percent of family businesses make it to the fourth generation, but Tabasco is already in the hands of the fifth generation. “My family is very tied to Avery Island,” Simmons told the AP Travel podcast “Get Outta Here!” in an interview. “Avery Island is part of the reason we’ve been able to hold onto our business for 150 years.” FOOD AND DRINK At the onsite country store, you can try free samples of Tabasco-infused edibles ranging from soft ice cream to soda to pickles. Souvenirs for sale include men’s underwear decorated with little red peppers. Next door at the 1868 Restaurant, yummy Cajun food like gumbo, crawfish etouffee and boudin sausage is dished out cafeteriastyle. And as long as someone else is doing the driving, go ahead and treat yourself to a bloody mary. JUNGLE GARDENS A short drive from the Tabasco complex, you’ll find Jungle Gar-

dens. A driving route offers a dozen numbered stops for attractions including a palm garden, live oaks and a 900year-old Buddha statue. Watch where you step: alligators abound. But the highlight of Jungle Gardens is Bird City, where on a June day about 1,000 egrets could be seen chattering and calling to one another from raised platforms around a lagoon. Some swooped overhead as an alligator floated by. The story of how the colony was established is remarkable. In the 1890s, snowy egrets had “almost been wiped out to extinction in the U.S.,” according to Erik Johnson, director of bird conservation for Audubon Louisiana. The birds were hunted for their feathers, which were used in ladies’ hats. E.A. McIlhenny, son of Tabasco’s founder, managed to acquire eight snowy egrets, built an aviary for them and hand-raised them. Then he set them free. When they returned on their seasonal migration, they brought more birds with them and the numbers grew. By the time former U.S. President Teddy Roosevelt, a champion of environmental conservation, visited Avery Island in 1915, he said 40,000 birds were nesting there. Snowy egrets have

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rebounded nationwide since then, and these days several thousand nesting pairs of snowy and great egrets typically arrive on Avery Island in late winter and stay through summer. But McIlhenny’s “legacy goes well beyond egrets,” Johnson said. McIlhenny also helped secure passage of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which was signed into law in 1918. That means Tabasco’s 150th birthday isn’t the only milestone being marked this

year. The Migratory Bird Act, credited with saving many bird species from extinction, marks its centennial this year, too. If you go to Avery Island: https://www. tabasco.com/visit-averyisland/. Located about 140 miles west of New Orleans. Tabasco selfguided tour is $5.50. Jungle Gardens, $8. Combined ticket, $12.50. Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. ___ Listen to a podcast about Tabasco and Avery Island on iTunes at http://apple.co/2s2ruHY

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HOMES

Home for sale: Spacious home with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. $128,000. 342 East 37th Place Cut Off. Cathy Gunn, Keller Williams Realty. 504-874-6892. 1601 Belle Chasse HWY., Ste. 101, Gretna, LA 70056. Each Keller Williams Office is Independently Owned and Operated. _________________________

LAND

Lot For Sale: 90x186 on Leona Drive in Mathews (down Peytral Drive); underground utilities; asking $32,000. Call 985-6651449. _________________________

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. _________________________

FOR RENT

1 bed apt: for rent: HWY 308 near GM Bridge. Unfurnished. No pets, no smoking. $460/rent and $460/dep. 985-258-6277. _________________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom; 1.5 bath; Larose on Hwy 1; good neighborhood; $850/month, $850/deposit; Call Diane at 985-691-1367, leave voicemail. _________________________ 2 bedroom house for rent: in Galliano. $600/mo and $400/dep. Call 985-475-6386. _________________________ For Rent: One bedroom apartment kitchenette and bath. Starting at $400/month plus utilities in Mathews. Call 985-5379259. _________________________ For Rent: 3 Bedroom, 1.5 bath, central a/c in Golden Meadow. No pets. $1000/month $1000/deposit. Call 985-2321948. _________________________

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Large 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Apartment in Cut Off. $800/month with a $750 deposit for an unfurnished apartment. Washer and dryer included. Pets welcomed. Call Bill at 985-325-5626. Go to coteblancheapartments.com to see pictures. Furnished units availble with long term lease. ________________________

House For Rent: 2 Bedroom, 1 bath house in Lockport. $700/deposit. Pictures available. Call 985-232-0940. _________________________ For Rent: One bedroom, one bath cottage. Fridge, stove; grass cut; non smoker, and no pets.13016 East Main St., Cut Off. $600/month, $600/deposit. Call 985-665-2548. _________________________ Apt. For Rent: Beautiful apartment in Cut Off. 2 Bedroom, 1 bath. Completely remodeled, new central heat and cool, hardwood floors, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, large back yard shaded with trees, cemented parking, very quiet and secure. Luxury apartments; must see to appreciate! For an appointment, please call 985637-8399. _________________________ For Rent: 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. Kitchen furniture, W/D hookup. Utilities paid (except cable). Lawncare provided. Totally renovated. Super clean. No smoking. No pets. $750/month, $600/deposit. Located 127 East 37th St. Call 985-258-0465. _________________________ 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.

For Rent: Recently remodeled, 2 bedroom, unfurnished; 1 bath, large living room, washer/dryer hookups. Water paid, no yard, no pets, no smoking. West 59th St. $600/month, $600/deposit. Call 985-696-0229. _________________________ Studio Cottage For Rent: Located in Larose. Single occupancy (1 person). $600/month, $300/deposit. All utilities paid. Lawn service provided. Private laundramat on site. Call 985665-9618 or 985-859-3953 or 985-693-3833. _________________________ Apt for rent: 129 B. 1 bd, kitchen/living room area, utilities paid, furnished. Singles or couples. No smoking, no pets, no children. $650/mo and $300/dep. Call 691-3885. _________________________

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Apartments for rent: 950 SF well-kept apartments for rent in Thibodaux. 2 br, 2 ba with appliances provided. Quality units at best rates in town. Call 985-4149071 or 985-859-5983 for pricing and availability. _________________________ House for rent: 338 East 1st st. Delta Farm Rd, Larose. $600/mo and $300/dep. Call 985-278-1191. _________________________

MERCHANDISE

For Sale: 4 EA. Boat, trailer rims with tires. Rims are Ranger brand 14” aluminum 5x4.5” bolt pattern. Tires pro-meter brand ST215/75R14. $250 sold as set only! Call 985-691-9466. _________________________ For Sale: Family tomb at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetary in Cut Off. Asking $4,000 OBO. Call 985-6657108. _________________________ For Sale: Frigidaire gas dryer, $35; 8 seat card table, $50. Call 985-805-0819. _________________________ Mausoleum For Sale: 2 mausoleums. Crypts #202 and #204 next to Community Bible Church, located on East 40th St., Cut Off. Asking $7200 for both. Call 985-637-0331 FMI. _________________________

AUTOS

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe LT: 5.3L V8 wtih FlexFuel; brown exterior; black leather interior; sunroof; DVD player; power windows, locks and seats; dual temp. control; heated seats; rear air; remote start; 90,000. Asking $18k obo. Call or text 985-258-9818 for more info or pictures. _________________________

CAMPERS

Camper For Sale: 2009 Jayco Eagle RLTS 351 Fifth wheel; Warehouse kept, king bed, extras, NADA $23,000. Call 985213-9007. _________________________ Camper For Sale: 28 ft. 1974 Argosgy camper. Great on a hunting lease. Tow bar and hitch comes with unit. Plus 5 new tires. Asking $4000. Call 985637-0331 FMI. _________________________

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Used cars: I pay top dollar for used cars. Will pick up free of charge. Call 985-637-3536 FMI. _________________________ We pay cash for gold, silver, and diamonds Bayou Side Flea Market, 14567 Hwy1, Cut Off. Call Dallas at 985-677-1061 or Tom at 985227-2470. _________________________

GARAGE SALES

Garage Sale Rescheduled: Where: 128 East 56th St., Cut Off. When: Thursday, July 19 thru Saturday, July 21. Time: 9:00 -5:00-Saturday, 9-12 (NO EARLY BIRDS). Appliances, furniture, craft items, kids clothes, men and womens clothes, home goods. Everything must go! _________________________ HUGE indoor sale: Across from Frank’s Supermarket in Lockport. Friday, July 20, and Saturday, July 21. From 8:002:00. Lots of new stuff, furniture, etc. _________________________ Garage Sale: 573 Chester Lee St., Larose. Thursday, July 19. Early birds welcome on Wednesday. Stove, dishwasher, futon, mardi gras beads, clothes, kid school uniforms. Lots of everything. _________________________ Davis Collins Garage Sale Benefit: Saturday, July 21, from 7am till. Located at 368 West 54th St., Cut Off. Lots of good donated items. Too much to list! _________________________

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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. _________________________ Triple Son Farm Transport is accepting applications for experienced CDL 18 wheeler driver. Offering paid vacation, health insurance, 401K. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 West Main, Cut Off. _________________________ FT nursing assistant in emergency department. Certified NA preferred. Provide care in your own community! If interested, apply at: www.losgh.org. EOE. _________________________ B&B is looking to hire a sales clerk. Apply within. No phone calls. 13222 West Main St., corner of West 17th in Larose. _________________________ Help Wanted: South Lafourche Metal Building Contractors is hiring laborers. Call 985-6934078. _________________________ Owner Operators Needed* for DEDICATED Freight. HOME DAILY! 4 days on 2 days off! 72% to the truck. 855-300-9957. _________________________ Griffins Marina: is now accepting applications for deli. Apply in person at 24215 Hwy 1 in Leeville. _________________________ Direct support workers needed: Special Education District #1 is looking to hire Direct Support Workers to work in the Lockport and Gheens area. Successful candidates must be 18 years old with a valid drivers license and high school diploma. Applications can be filled out between the hours of 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 5510 West Avenue D, West 55th Street in Cut Off. Deadline to apply is July 27, 2018. For more information, call 985-632-5671. _________________________ Now hiring delivery driver: Must have valid driver license. Work Monday-Friday and some Saturdays. Apply in person only. Golden Lumber Golden Meadow. No phone calls please. _________________________ Superior Shipyard: has an opening for a warehouseman. Apply in person at 20987 Hwy 1 in Golden Meadow. _________________________ Triple C Towing, LLC is presently taking applications for experienced deckhands. Apply in person ay 5551 Highway 311, Houma, La. 70360. _________________________ Local company looking for CDL and Non-CDL drivers for our Cut Off and Thibodaux locations. Company offers benefit package. Please apply at 15360 Hwy 3235, Cut Off, La. _________________________ Driver, CDL-A: COMPANY DRIVERS Dedicated Southeast! Average $1 per loaded mile. Excellent benefits and more! 888-864-1684 x143. _________________________

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. _________________________

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We Do Redo Remodeling, Inc. Total Renovation & Add Ons! Kitchen & bathroom remodel, tile, vinyl siding, decking, etc, Call Marvin Thibodaux, Sr. at 985-291-0953. _________________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-691-7570. _________________________ 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. _________________________ Concrete Construction Patios. Driveways. Houses. Metal Buildings. Free Estimates. No job too large or too small. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr. at (985) 209-5552 or (985) 258-6047. _________________________ Melancon’s Carpentry: 25 Plus years exp. Honest tradesman. Cabinetry; finish work; frame work; etc. Remodeling or new projects. Call 985-6964157. _________________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-637-6279. _________________________ Curry’s Tree Service: Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________________ C & C Laundromat, Inc. Open 24/7. Wash, dry and fold laundry service. Monday through Saturday. 18650 Hwy 3235, Galliano. _________________________ 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 985397-6254 or email curtis.orgeron1279@gmail.com

Private caregiver: 39 year old male dedicated to compassionate care of elderly and disabled clients. 3 years experience CMA certified. Call to schedule an interview. 985-291-3195. _________________________

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MLS 124895: This 3BR, 2BA home is in move-in condition. It has a large carport, huge garage and is in a great neighborhood - 153 East 29th St. (old nursing home street). Priced just right at $169,900! Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

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_________________________ Diggin Inn Dog Boarding: day and night accommodations. Call 985-855-1071 to reserve. _________________________

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. Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________________ MINI STORAGE EVICTION NOTICE: Unit# 26, Jacinda Blanchard, household goods/miscellaneous items. Please contact Tarpon Mini Storage @985-632-5600 or 15061 East Main St. in Cut Off, La. 70345 for amount owed. If not paid by July 30, 2018, unit(s) will be confiscated and items will be donated or disposed of by management. _________________________

PRAYERS

HURRICANE PRAYER To avert storms & hurricanes Father, all the elements of nature obey your command. Calm the storms and hurricanes that threaten us and turn our fear of your power into praise of your goodness. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever. Amen ____________________________________

MEMORIALS

In Memory Of

BOO LEGENDRE

Sunrise: Feb. 11, 1972 Sunset: July 17, 2015 Today’s the anniversary of the day that we lost you; and for a time it felt as though our lives had ended too. But loss has taught us many things, and now we face each day with hope and happy memories to help us on the way. And though we’re full of sadness that you are no longer here; your influence still guides us and we still feel you near. What we shared will never die, it lives within our hearts; bringing strength and comfort while we are apart. With all our love, Addy, Angelique, Angelle _________________________

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MLS 126947: This 3BR, 2BA home sits on large 70’ by 30 arpent property. It features a spacious living room/ kitchen area with all new appliances, a detached workshop with A/C office. 18674 Hwy. 3235, Galliano. Priced just right at $235,000!

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 985-6770474 or 985-677-2526. ________________________ CESSPOOL or SEPTIC TANK NOT WORKING? Call LABOVE PLUMBING for a free estimate on a NEW SEWER TREATMENT PLANT. LaBove Plumbing, LLC. 985-991-1881.

EPS LOGISTICS

CRANE OPERATORS, FORKLIFT OPERATORS, CARGO HANDLERS (RIGGERS) Immediate openings for onshore crane operators, forklift operators, and cargo handlers (riggers). Experience preferred, long-term work in Fourchon, 14 & 7 rotation. Competitive pay and medical benefits available. Applications accepted (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) Items needed: all certifications including diploma, valid driver’s license, valid references with phone numbers, reliable transportation, and able to pass drug screen and physical. Apply at EPS LOGISTICS, 512 Dudley Bernard Road Port Fourchon, LA - or online at www.epsteam.com, or email resume to hr@epsteam.com

KRYSTEN NAQUIN

Krysten “Ten Ten” Marie Naquin, 33, a native and resident of Cut Off passed away on July 12, 2018. Private services will be held. Miss Krysten is survived by her children, Kayd Orgeron and Ryan Pitre Jr.; parents, Perry and Penny B. Naquin; brother, Terrence Naquin (Tori); sisters, Kandice Naquin and Kerissa Fernandez (Greg); and nephews, Gregory and Nathan Fernandez. Miss Naquin was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents. The family would like to thank Ryan Pitre Sr., Lenna Pitre, and Lionel Jackson for being a part of Krysten’s life. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

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OBITUARIES

ROOSEVELT J. CROSBY

Roosevelt J. Crosby, 85, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Cut Off, passed away on July 14, 2018. Visitation will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off on July 18, from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Funeral Mass will begin at 12:00 noon with burial to follow in the Church Cemetery. Mr. Roosevelt is survived by his wife of 65 years, Emelina Collins Crosby; children, Jefferson “ Sonny” Crosby (Teresa), Thomas Crosby (Tina), Benjy Crosby (Becky), and Emily Crosby Dantin (Bobby); grandchildren, Desmond, Kasie, Paul, Kristie, Aimee, Marie, Brett, Bekah, and Millie; seven great grandchildren with one on the way; siblings, Betty Crouch, and Clementine “Tinney” Duet (Harold); and sister in law, Earline Crosby. Mr. Crosby was preceded in death by great grandchild, Cai Crosby; parents Jefferson Crosby and Clemence Serigny Crosby, and siblings Edward Crosby, Edna C. Callais (Theo) and Richard Crosby; and brother in law, James Crouch. Mr. Roosevelt was an Army Veteran who served in the Korean War and was the owner of R.J. Crosby Marine Ways and Crosby Lift. Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements.

GLORIA LOMBAS

Gloria Hutchinson Lombas, 78, a native and resident of Galliano, passed away on July 15, 2018. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 18, at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano from 9:00 a.m. till service time. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral parlor with burial to follow at Cheramie Cemetery. Gloria is survived by her children, Robert Lombas (Marcia) and Stacy Lerille (John Jr.); grandchildren, Josiah Lerille, Savannah Lerille, Annette Eymard, Racquel Lombas, and Thaddeus Surles; great-grandchildren, Trista Lerille, Craig Pellegrin Jr., Channing Pellegrin, Destiny Dantin, Kelly Ordoyne, Alisa Eymard, Kesha Eymard, Julian Surles; Alexis Surles, and Keely Surles; great -great grandchildren, Teddy Adams III, Azaela Adams, Jeremy Dantin Jr., Dylan Dantin, Katie Dantin, and Cole Dantin; brothers, Douglas Hutchinson, Roy Hutchinson and sisters, Sherry Martin and Brenda Phillips. Mrs. Lombas was preceded in death by her husband, John Joseph Lombas; daughter, Emily Surles (Junior); grandchild, Erica Lombas; parents, Allen and Doris Marie L. Hutchinson; brothers, Johnny Hutchinson; and sisters, Dolores Videaux, Virgina Lyons Hutchinson, and Mary Naquin. Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements.

IONA PITRE ADAMS

Iona Pitre Adams, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Lockport, passed away on July 13, 2018 at the age of 87. Visitation was held at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport, on Tuesday, July 17th from 11:00 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at Holy Savior Catholic Church at 1:00 p.m. with burial following in the church cemetery. Iona is survived by her children, Charles Adams (Mary), Patrick Adams (Carolyn) and Mona Guidry (Alan); 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sisters, Audrey P. Guidry and Juanita P. Remont. She is preceded in death by her companion of 43 years, Alfred “Freddie” Delaune; parents, Pierre and Leonor Lathrop Pitre; brothers, Robert Pitre, Pierre Pitre III, Linwood Pitre and great-granddaughter, Avia Guidry. Iona was instrumental in teaching her children Cajun French. In lieu of flowers, donations to the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org are preferred. Falgout Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.

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VIOLINE GISCLAIR

Violine Borne Gisclair, 86, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Cut Off, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2018. Visitation will be held at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church on Wednesday, July 18th from 8:30 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. with burial to follow in Cheramie Cemetery. Violine is survived by her son, Hecton “White Ford” (Lisa) Gisclair, Jr.; daughter, Kathleen Gisclair; brothers, Rusty (Susie) Borne and Gary (Christine Borne, Sr.; sisters, Judy (Bernard) Theriot, Gloria Borne, Lorina Guidroz and Sherry (Norris, Jr.) Allemand; 12 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Violine was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Hecton “Hec” Gisclair, Sr.; parents, Mark and Rosita Borne; sons, Jimmie Gisclair and Vinton “Venu” Gisclair; brothers, Venice Borne and Galveston Borne; brother-inlaw, Joseph Guidroz. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.

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Please don’t abandon your pets, it’s against the law! There is a huge problem in this parish of folks "dumping" animals, especially at boat launches, on roadways, and at restaurants, with the idea that they’ll be OK. THEY WON’T BE! Also, have your pets spayed or neutered.

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. JULY 11, 2018 Golden Meadow Police Dept. Tamera Danos, 25, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. JULY 12, 2018 Lafourche Parish Office Nahum Arevalo, 27, Galliano. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Robert Breaux, 52, Raceland. Contempt of court. Tony Clarke Jr., 25, Cut Off. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Contempt of court. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Ronnie Dominque, 69, Gheens. Sexual batteryForcible fondling (Sex offenseregistration required). Damien Hebert, 39, Raceland. Contempt of court (5 CTS). Shantell Taylor, 36, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Dept. Linwood Benoit, 56, Thibodaux. Residential contractor fraud (Felony). Greater Lafourche Port Commission Harbor Police Chasity Collier, 42, Grand Isle. Contempt of court (4 CTS). Christopher Palmer, 37, Grand Isle. Violation of probation/parole. Contempt of court. JULY 13, 2018 Lafourche Parish Office Adam Bland Jr., 40, Zachary. Contempt of court (3 CTS). William Regan III, 20, Cut Off. Violation of probation/parole. Melissa Stelly, 29, Roanoke. Possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine (Felony). Monetary instrument abuse. Illegal carrying of weapon in presence of CDS (Felony). Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Possession of am-

phetamine less than 28 grams (Felony).Possession of MDMA (Felony). Possession with intent to distribute Klonopin (Clonazepam) (Felony). Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office Gabriel Cheramie, 46, Galliano. Criminal conspiracy. Simple arson (Principal). JULY 14, 2018 Thibodaux Police Dept. Attionia Brown, 21, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Disturbing the peace. Engaging in a fistic encounter (Misd). Lafourche Parish Office Tireke Johnson, 19, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (4 CTS). Fugitive. Tonya Johnson, 40, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Brittany Robertson, 29, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Sharah Sons, 44, Raceland. Violation of probation/parole. Contempt of court (5 CTS) Louisiana State Police Joshua Ordoyne, 28, Chackbay. Careless operation. D.W.I.-1st pffense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). No seat belt (1st offense). Hit-and-run driving with no personal injury (Misd). Carlos Pinedasolis, 28, Bridge City. D.W.I.-1st offense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). Failure to drive on right side of road. Joseph Sepulvado, 52, Panama City Beach, FL. D.W.I.1st offense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). Driving on roadway laned for traffic. Possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles. JULY 15, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Trevor Champagne, 29, Larose. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Contempt of court. Possession of marijuana 1st offense (Misd). Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Charles Gale, 35, Raceland. Resisting an officer w/force or violence (Felony). Possession of firearm/carry concealed weapon by convicted felon (Felony). Contempt of court (2 CTS). Battery of a police officer (Misd).

Wednesday, July 18, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Louis Major Jr., 58, Raceland. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment (Misd). George Robinson, 30, Houma. Battery of emergency room personal, emergency services personnel, or a healthcare professional (Misd).

Legal advertisement MINUTES OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION COMMITTEE MEETINGS June 27, 2018

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at 10:30 AM at the Administration Office 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, LA 70345 for the following Committee Meetings. Executive Committee - Present were P. Gisclair, Griffin, Melancon, and Cheramie. The committee discussed the following items: Fourchon Island, Constantin Land, LNG Facility, and the request from Complex Drilling to rescind termination notice and sublease site to Expert Riser Solutions. No action was taken. Permits & Waterways Committee – Present were Cheramie, Griffin, P. Gisclair, and Pierce. The committee then discussed the offshore anchorage. No action was taken. Construction and Development Committee - Present were Griffin, P. Gisclair, and R. Gisclair. The committee discussed the following items: 2018 Port Security Grant application, Northern Expansion Slip C 939’ West Bulkhead, Northern Expansion Slip C 939’ West Sweep Dredge, Northern Expansion Slip C 1671’ East Bulkhead, Northern Expansion Slip C 1671’ East Sweep Dredging, Mitigation Dredge of Slip D, and Airport Taxiway Lighting and Runway LED upgrades. The committee stopped to begin the scheduled Special Meeting at 10:45 AM. At 10:53 AM, the committee resumed and discussed the Section 203 Feasibility Study, LA 308 Airport Access Improvements, and the LA 1 Phase 2 Leeville Mitigation Dredge. No action was taken. Finance Committee - Present were Melancon, Gaudet, P. Gisclair, and Guidry. There was no discussion. No action was taken. Committees adjourned at 11:09AM. 7-18-18

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Louisiana State Police Alyssa Cheramie, 25, Cut Off. D.W.I.-1st offense (Bac .15 to .19) (Misd). Failure to drive on right side of road. Golden Meadow Police Dept. Jeffery Goff, 55, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (3 CTS). OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION June 27, 2018

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in special session on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at 10:45AM at the Administration Office 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, LA 70345. President Gisclair called the meeting to order and Secretary Cheramie called roll. ATTENDED: Chuckie Cheramie, Perry Gisclair, Kris Gaudet, Rodney Gisclair, Curtis Pierce, Larry Griffin, John Melancon Jr., and Jimmy Guidry ABSENT: Ervin Bruce President Gisclair opened the floor for any public comment, being none, he opened the floor for nominations to fill the vacancy in Seat I. Melancon nominated Randy Adams. The nominations were closed. The roll call ballot vote followed: Cheramie voted Adams, P. Gisclair voted Adams, Gaudet voted Adams, R. Gisclair voted Adams, Pierce voted Adams, Griffin voted Adams, Melancon voted Adams, and Guidry voted Adams. With 8 votes, Randy Adams is now the newly appointed board member to fill Seat I. Upon motion by Gaudet second by R. Gisclair, with no public comment, the board unanimously adopted the resolution pursuant to La. R.S. 18:602, that Randy Adams is hereby appointed to the Board of Commissioners of the GLPC, Seat I, to fill the vacancy created by the death of Ervin “Vin” Bruce, said appointee possessing all legal qualifications for said office. Port Attorney Bryce Autin then swore in new board member Randy Adams. Director Chiasson stated Adams will fill Seat I until the end of this year. All seats will be on the ballot for the November 6th open primary election. Upon motion by Cheramie second by Melancon, the board adjourned the special meeting at 10:52AM. ATTEST: Perry Gisclair, President Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary 7-18-18

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Legal advertisement OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION June 13, 2018

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in regular session on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 3:00 PM at the Administration Office 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, LA 70345. President P. Gisclair called the meeting to order and requested a moment of silence for the late Ervin “Vin” Bruce. Secretary Cheramie then called roll. ATTENDED: Chuckie Cheramie, Perry Gisclair, Kris Gaudet, Rodney Gisclair, Curtis Pierce, Larry Griffin, John Melancon, Jr., and Jimmy Guidry ABSENT: Ervin Bruce President P. Gisclair presented to the board to adopt a resolution in memory of Ervin “Vin” Bruce. He then read it out loud, “Whereas, the Members of the Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission have learned with deep regret and sorrow of the death of Mr. Ervin “Vin” Bruce on June 8, 2018; and Whereas, Vin served the community through his contributions in preserving our Cajun heritage and culture; and Whereas, Vin humbly and proudly served the people of the 10th Ward of Lafourche Parish as a member of the Port Commission since 1998; as an appointment from July 1998 to December 1998, then sworn in as special elected member in December 1998; and Whereas, through his talented contributions and performance in Cajun Music, Vin has been inducted into the Nashville Music Hall of Fame, the CFMA Cajun Music Hall of Fame, the Louisiana Hall of Fame Living Legend, and the Westbank Musicians Hall of Fame, and April 25th of every year has been declared “Vin Bruce Day” in Lafourche Parish; and Whereas, it is the desire of the Members of the Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission to express to Vin’s wife, Mrs. Aline, family and friends their deep and sincere sympathies during this time of grief and sorrow. Therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission that the Members thereof do express to Mrs. Aline, family and friends their sincere and heartfelt regret and condolences at the death of Vin. Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Mrs. Aline and family as a small symbol of love and respect from the Members of the Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission.” Upon motion by Melancon and a unanimous second, with no public comment, the board unanimously adopted the resolution in memory of Ervin “Vin” Bruce. P. Gisclair stated that Mr. Vin was a great American, great musician and a great person and he will be sadly missed by this Commission, his family, and friends. Upon motion by Griffin second by R. Gisclair, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the minutes for May 9, 2018 regular meeting and May 23, 2018 special meeting. Executive Director’s Report Executive Director Chiasson stated on behalf of himself, his family, and the Port staff he expressed our heartfelt sympathies to the Bruce family. Northern Expansion – Engineer Larry Picciola reported Sealevel Construction is complete on Slip C 939’ West Bulkhead project. The substantial completion certificate and final change order for a deduct of $64,361.70 are later on the agenda. Engineer Larry Picciola reported that Magnolia Dredge & Dock is on site and has completed 25% of the work for Slip C 939’ West Sweep Dredge project. The completion date is July 30th. Engineer Joe Picciola reported Crosby Dredging has completed all concrete deadman, installed all steel sheets, and steel waler beams for Slip C 1671’ East Bulkhead project. They are currently installing the bumper pipe and lightweight aggregate. Engineer John Plaisance reported Crosby Dredging continues dredging for the Mitigation Dredge of Slip D and placing the spoil on the north side of Flotation Canal. Crosby should be complete by Thursday and on Friday we will do cross sections to verify quantities. Airport Projects - R. Osborne

reported in May the aircraft operations were 2,884 with 14,183 passengers, and 21,622 vehicles. The Taxiway Lighting and Runway LED Upgrades project is in the lien period which ends June 28th. Other Projects – Dustin Malbrough with GIS Engineering reported on the Section 203 Feasibility Study. He stated there is a meeting tomorrow with the Corps to discuss the timeline for the review process. Regarding the EIS, we are waiting on comments from the Corps and U.S. Fisheries which should be done in the next couple weeks. Once we get into the review process, there will be 45 and 60 day commenting periods before we get feedback. All inclusive, we are looking at July 2018 to March 2019 for the 3 cycles of review periods. We should have the final report in 2 to 3 weeks depending on the input from the Corps. All reports will be complete in draft format and ready to kick off our internal review, then packaged to send to the government. Engineer Joe Picciola reported he met with EDA for the LA 308 Airport Access Improvements projects. They are waiting on EDA’s approval to move forward with bidding out the project. Engineer Larry Picciola reported the LA 1 Phase 2 Leeville Mitigation Dredge project is complete and in the lien period which ends July 6th. Magnolia Dredge needs to repair the damages done by the marsh buggy which they should be on site in a few weeks. President P. Gisclair opened the floor for public comment. Mr. Andrew Martin addressed the board to clarify the events of the Airport Corridor. It is a very important project for the Airport and the community. He stated that he has a team who advises him on legal matters. He stated on May 1, 2006 he read an article in the Daily Comet by former Port Director Ted Falgout on plans to build a bridge and corridor from LA3235 to the S.L. Leonard Miller Jr. Airport. On May 29, 2006 he received a letter from James Rome stating the Port is interested in purchasing Martin’s property. The Port had an appraisal done for $542,000. Martin decided appraisal was not sufficient and had an appraisal done for $1.2 million. In December 2008, the Port had a third appraisal done which was $912,000. The third appraisal was done by Acadian Appraisal right down the middle of the other 2 appraisals. Martin felt the houses were not compatible with his property since 2 of them were in a subdivision with no connection to LA 1 and LA3235. His team advised that the appraisals were not right since his property connects to LA 1 and LA 3235 and in line with LA 308 to the Airport Road. In February 2009, Martin did not agree with the appraisal and the Port chose not to purchase the property so Martin stated he was taking his property off the market. In May 2015 he met with Parish President Randolph and Parish Administrator regarding the property, however it was election year. In May 18, 2016 he met with Parish President Cantrelle and others regarding the property. On May 19, 2016 he received a letter of intent from the Parish. On August 22, 2016, the Parish Council passed a proposed ordinance for supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million to proceed to purchase the property. On November 14, 2016 the Port gave a presentation to the Parish Council regarding the Airport and future growth with other state officials in the audience supporting the Airport. Although the Council supported the project, the they did not approve it for lack of a second. In December 2017, Martin’s team advised him that it wouldn’t be a problem to go back to the Port Commission, therefore he met with the Port stating that he is open to negotiations for the purchase of his property. Around the same time, Martin made the decision to run for a Port Commission seat which his team advised that he could. Martin stated even though he was a felon he received a legal opinion that he can still run for a seat. On December 25, 2017 Martin announced in the Lafourche Gazette he was running for Port Commission Seat I. On May 14, 2018, Martin and attorney met with the Port Commission regarding the property however the commissioners were concerned since he announced his candidacy. Martin then wrote a letter to the ethics board and stated that he also talked to Commissioner Cheramie. Cheramie stated at that time he was not doing anything until after the election and he doesn’t care what the ethics board says he goes by

what his attorney tells him. Cheramie stated you shouldn’t have brought my name into this. Martin then read the letter. The letter questioned if Martin’s announcement, qualifications, or election for a seat on the Port Commission would prohibit the sale of the property to the Port. Martin thanked the board and stated he is not here to have an argument, Cheramie then responded. Martin apologized. Martin stated he is running for the Port Commission regardless of what the ethics board says. P. Gisclair stated the Port committed the $1.2 million to the construction of the highway project. Martin replied that he understood that at the time the Parish was going to purchase the property and the Port had the commitment of $1.2 million for construction. Martin stated if this was done in 2008 we would be building the bridge now. P. Gisclair replied we are also dealing with public funds and have certain guidelines to follow. Martin thanked the board. Update from LA 1 Coalition – Henri Boulet reported the traffic on LA 1 for the last three months has been greater than the same months last year. In March, traffic was up 8.29% over March 2017. In April, traffic was up 2.98% over April 2017. And in May, traffic was up 3.49% over May 2017. Work on Segment E continues by James Construction Group. The contractor expects to drive their first piles at the beginning of next month. The contractor has 420 work days from May 26 to complete the job. With a push from the Coalition, DOTD is continuing to work on needed pre-construction pipeline relocation work in the 8 mile right-of-way between Golden Meadow and Leeville. A meeting was held yesterday with Marquis, which operates various lines that need to be addressed. The Coalition continues to meet with state officials, including the Governor’s Office, on funding $343 million for constructing the remaining 8 miles of elevated highway. A bill offered by Representative Gisclair this past regular session, which had strong support in the House of Representatives with a 7122 favorable vote, was deferred in the Senate due to it having an impact on the state general fund in FY20/21 and beyond. Senate Finance Committee members do understand the importance of LA 1. This year, as a policy position, the Senate Finance Committee was deferring project funding bills that had any fiscal hit on the state general fund, even if it was in a future fiscal year. The Coalition is speaking to the state about a federal INFRA grant application in early 2019. This year the state elected to apply for a smaller project and received a $45M award for that project. A request this year for LA 1 for $138M of rural application monies was not funded. The program had $12.3 billion applied for, but only awarded 7% of those requested. We intend to meet with the US Department of Transportation to see what elements of the application might be improved for consideration in the next round of their INFRA grant program. Committee Reports Executive Committee - The committee met May 23rd in Fourchon present were P. Gisclair, Griffin, Melancon, and Cheramie. They also met June 11th in Cut Off with all present. Upon motion by R. Gisclair second by Cheramie, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from John W. Stone Oil Distributors to sublease 4.2 acres of site GLF615 to EPS Logistics. Upon motion by Pierce second by Gaudet, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved a new lease with Martin Operating Partnership combining sites GLF501-16A, 16B, and 16C. Upon motion by Guidry second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Landlord Agreements with Martin Operating Partnership for sites GLF501-16A, 16B, and 16C. Upon motion by Griffin second by Pierce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from Workstrings International to lease 635’ of the 1271’ of waterfront on site GLF630 conditioned on Newpark Drilling not exercising its Right of First Refusal on the 635’. Chiasson stated we will send Newpark Drilling a formal notice of offer for the 635’and they will have 30 days to respond an exercise a lease or relinquish that portion of the site.

Upon motion by R. Gisclair second by Pierce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with LA 1 Coalition for office space at the Port Complex. Upon motion by Melancon second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the advertisement for surplus equipment sale. Construction and Development Committee - The committee met May 23rd in Fourchon present were Griffin, P. Gisclair, and R. Gisclair with Bruce absent. They also met June 11th in Cut Off with Bruce absent. Upon motion by Pierce second by R. Gisclair, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved Change Order No. 2 from Sealevel Construction for Slip C 939’ West Bulkhead to decrease the contract price by $64,361.70 and add an additional 15 days to the contract time. Upon motion by Griffin second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Substantial Completion Certificate dated April 25, 2018 from Sealevel Construction for Slip C 939’ West Bulkhead. Upon motion by Pierce second by Gaudet, with no public comment, the board unanimously adopted the DOTD resolution requesting authority to advertise Slip C 1671’ Sweep Dredging project. Finance Committee - The committee met May 23rd in Fourchon present were Melancon, Gaudet, P. Gisclair, and Guidry. They also met June 11th in Cut Off with all present. Upon motion Melancon second by Cheramie, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved payment of May 2018 invoices and recognized expenditures over $10,000 which total $2,379,336.65. Chairman Melancon presented for the board’s consideration the 2017 Financial Audit. Mark Felger with LaPorte presented to the board the highlights of the financial statements. He stated there are 3 reports that are involved in the audit. The first report is the independent auditor’s report which resulted in an unmodified opinion. This opinion states that the financial statements are presented fairly in all material respects to general accounting principles. The second report is the yellow book report also known as the governmental auditing standards which resulted in no compliance findings and no deficiencies in internal controls. The third report is the Single Audit Report which was not required due to the federal expenditures below the $750,000 threshold. Some financial highlights are: net position of $277.6 million (3.73% increase from 2016), annual operating revenues of $26.1 million (5.2% decrease), cash and investments of $100 million (11.7% increase) which includes $50 million toward the development of Fourchon Island. The Port had operating profits of $4.9 million (28.6% increase), net income before capital grants and extraordinary items of $9.3 million (1% increase), capital grants of $798,022 and expense and maintenance grants of $114,594. The total revenues by source are identified on a graph as 83% self-generated fees, 3% state and federal capital construction grants, 11% ad valorem taxes, and 3% other. He then showed a graph of operating income by source of seaport revenue and airport revenue for the past 6 years. The total operating expense by function shows the majority being seaport expenses with administrative, harbor police, and airport cost about the same. The total expenses and other uses of funds are identified on a graph as 30% of capital construction and purchased equipment, 24% of depreciation and disposal of assets, 16% salaries and benefits, 14% lease expense, 9% maintenance supplies and operation of facilities, 6% other operating expenses, and 1% fuel, oil, and retail items sold. Felger discussed the implementation of the pension accounting standard which requires employers to record their share of unfunded liabilities of the state employee’s pension plan. As of December 2017, the net pension liability is $7.9 million a 16% decrease from last year which was $9.3 million. This is due to the unfunded liability decreased 10% and the Port’s share decreased by an additional 6%.

Felger displayed a graph of capital grants vs. construction expenditures which shows over the past 6 years the majority of construction projects were funded by selfgenerated revenues and not from state or federal grants. This shows the Port continues to be good stewards of public funds and is self-sustained to continue to construct assets. Felger then discussed the new statewide agreed upon procedures which are additional new procedures over internal controls mandated by the LA Legislative Auditor that cover the following: policies and procedures, board oversight of management, bank reconciliations, cash receipts and disbursements, credit cards and travel reimbursements, payroll, contracts, ethics, and debt service. Based on our procedures the Port internal controls, policy and procedures are well designed and implemented. We did find 4 minor issues which are as follows: 1) bank reconciliation – the Port has that it is reviewed by 3 separate individuals however the legislative auditor requires it to be reviewed by management with no involvement in bank transactions, however nearly everyone has some involvement with bank transactions. The legislative auditor has since reworded that procedure; 2) cash collections – resulted in a minor change in receipt of checks; 3) cash disbursements – new Port policy implemented June 2017 regarding purchase orders on most purchases with exception of small purchases under a certain amount; 4) payroll – a minor miscalculation using the incorrect rate of pay which was an isolated error. Overall the Port’s procedures are well designed and properly implemented. We also handed out a letter as required communication in accordance with auditing standards about the audit. Regarding the Port’s accounting practices, we noted no transactions for which there is a lack of authoritative guidance. All significant transactions have been recorded. The accounting estimates are part of the financial statements such as the pension liabilities. We review the estimates to determine they are reasonable and from sound financial information. We have requested certain management representations. We encountered no difficulties performing the audit, no uncorrected misstatements, no disagreements with management regarding accounting policies, no consultations with other accountants for a “second opinion”, and no other audit findings to report. We also reviewed supplementary information that are not part of the financial statements but are required by the legislative auditor such as perdiems, which was determined that it complies with accounting principles. He then thanked Miranda and the Port staff for the cooperation and getting the information needed. It was an extra tough year with the new agreed upon procedures. Mickey Simon addressed the board stating that he was the senior auditor on site to supervise the team during the field work. He was impressed with the controls in place and the high level of transparency. He also thanked the board and staff for the smooth audit despite the amount of information that was requested. The information was presented timely and very organized. Griffin questioned the perdiems not being required, which Felger replied that travel reimbursements were tested with no findings. The Port’s policy regarding perdiems is in line with GA policy and had all the proper documentation. Melancon then thanked Mark, Mickey and staff in preparing the audit. Upon motion by Melancon second by Pierce with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the 2017 Financial Audit. Upon motion by Melancon second by Gaudet, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the out of state travel requests from Troy Dufrene, Mitch Hohensee and Scott Bynum to attend the Zuercher One User Conference in South Dakota September 11th – 14th, Richard Osborne to attend the American Association of Airport Executives – Airport Certified Employee Operations Review Course in Virginia on August 26th – 31st, and Richard Osborne to attend the National Association of State Aviation Officials Annual Convention in Oklahoma September 23rd – 26th. President P. Gisclair opened the floor for any other business. P. Gisclair stated please keep Vin Bruce and his family in your prayers.

Melancon stated he enjoyed serving with Vin it was like serving with a Hollywood movie star. His heart goes out to Mrs. Aline. He stated that today was his last concert and it was a full house. R. Gisclair enjoyed riding to Fourchon with him and sends his condolences to Mrs. Aline and the family. Griffin stated he served with Vin the last 20 years. He was very entertaining and he hopes to do a good job as replacing him as Chairman of the Construction & Development Committee. Pierce stated besides here he would meet up with Vin at Church. Today he feels blessed to have sang with Chief Callais at Vin’s funeral, it was an honor. He is a legend in the music industry, an awesome man, kind man, and helped the community grow through his name and put us all on the map. He extends his condolences to Mrs. Aline and the family. Cheramie stated he served 18 years with Vin. They ran their first election together but Cheramie lost by 7 votes. When he congratulated Vin on his win, he joined Vin at his camp and they celebrated for two weeks and we have been having fun ever since. He was a good man and sending my condolences to his family. Gaudet stated it was an honor to serve the past 5 ½ years with Mr. Vin. He is a legend and during traveling his name comes up. He will be missed and he sends condolences to the family. Guidry stated that the past 4 years he became closer with Vin. We would take his buggy and go ride near the 40 acres canal to spend time with him. We will never forget him, miss him already. P. Gisclair stated he was a great man, his legend will always live on, today was his last concert with all his family and friends there. Mrs. Aline and family and friends will need support and prayers in the coming days and months. Cheramie apologized for his language earlier in the meeting, which the board accepted. Upon motion by Cheramie, second by Melancon, the board adjourned the board meeting at 4:11PM. ATTEST: Perry Gisclair, President Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary

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