Wednesday, March 7, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE by The Lafourche Gazette

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Wednesday, March 7, 2018

Early voting begins Saturday

Early voting for the March 24 election will be conducted at the Lafourche Parish Registrar of Voters Offices, 307 W. 4th St., in Thibodaux, and 16241 E. Main St., Suite B-23 in Galliano, beginning Saturday, March 10 and running all week through next Saturday, March 17, with the exception of Sunday, March 11. Early voting hours are 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Voters parishwide will decide between Interim District Attorney Kristine Russell and Thibodaux City Court prosecutor Brad Naquin on who will replace former District Attorney Cam Morvant, II. Morvant, citing health concerns, stepped down in November after nearly 15 years. Voters in the central part of the parish will decide on three candidates for the District 8 seat on the School

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No deal: Session ends early, without agreement By MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana lawmakers gave up on a tax deal Monday and closed their special session early, with the House unable to break a partisan impasse over a budget gap just months away. Attention now shifts to the regular legislative session opening next week, when lawmakers are charged with balancing the budget for the year starting July 1 with nearly $700 million less in state financing than they had this year. The TOPS free college tuition program and health services for the poor and disabled could be at risk of deep cuts. Gov. John Bel Edwards called the session to replace expiring temporary taxes with other taxes, saying without the money, spending reductions would damage critical services. But the Democratic governor couldn’t broker a deal between House Republicans and House Democ-

rats. After 15 days of work, lawmakers passed two bills. Neither would help raise money to close the looming “fiscal cliff.” “I think it’s probably an understatement to say the special session was not as productive as it could have been or it should have been,” the governor said. Factions in the House disagreed over which tax types should be used to replace expiring taxes — or how much of the gap should be closed with taxes. GOP lawmakers who were willing to support revenue favored sales taxes, while Democrats, particularly the Black Caucus, wanted income taxes. Some Republicans insisted the special session was premature because it was too soon to know the true size of the budget hole. When it appeared enough votes existed to pass major tax measures, deals broke down over unrelated issues. “It was a waste of taxpayers’ money. I think you’ve got two extremes in both political parties running everything,” said

Rep. Kenny Havard, a St. Francisville Republican. More than $1.3 billion in temporary taxes passed by lawmakers expire when the new budget year begins. Other increases in tax types along with money expected from state income-tax collections caused by federal tax changes are estimated to offset some, but not all the gap, leaving a hole pegged at $692 million. Edwards predicted lawmakers won’t pass a budget that makes those cuts. Senate President John Alario and House Speaker Taylor Barras, both Republicans, agreed getting such a vote would be difficult. Already plans are in the works for another special session on taxes that could start as early as mid-May.

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Volunteers hand Fr. Henry Sebastian, Pastor of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow, a shrimp spaghetti plate Friday during the church’s Lenten lunch program. The lunches are served at the LaSalette Center and benefit the church’s Our Lady Helps Ministry, formed to help parishioners with emergency needs. The Ministry may make deliveries to the Galliano and Golden Meadow areas only. To place an order on Friday morning, call the LaSalette Center at 475-5880 by 9:00 a.m.

Holly McKeon Contributing Writer

The Bayou-River District Senior Olympic Games are coming to Lafourche! The multi-sport event is open to anyone fifty years of age by December 31, 2018,

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Lafourche seeks comments on coastal restoration plan

Lafourche Parish is accepting public comments on an amendment to its plan for money received for the 2010 Gulf oil spill. The multi-year plan, which was approved by the Lafourche Parish Council in 2015, outlines five coastal restoration projects the parish intends to complete with money from BP fines. The amendment requests $195,277 in additional BP fine money and $412,722 from the state Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority. The parish wants to use the money to push a freshwater introduction project closer to construction. The $8.7 million Grand Bayou Freshwater Reintroduction Project aims to increase the flow of freshwater from the Atchafalaya River into the Grand Bayou Canal via the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway from about 600 cubic feet per second to 1,600 cubic feet per second. The project would also redirect See Comments Page 5-A

Senior Olympics seeking adults aged 50 and older for event competition

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WEDNESDAY, MAR. 7 LAFOURCHE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 805 E. 7th St. - Thibodaux

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Pictured are some of the participants in last year’s senior games receiving a proclamation from the Parish Council for their participation.

and older. Sons and daughters whose parents spent a lifetime encouraging them in sports through adolescence and young adulthood will have the opportunity to pay it forward by cheering and inspiring their moms, dads, and even grandparents when games commence in April, then August through November of this year. The Olympic Games are possible through the mission of the Louisiana Senior Olympic Games (LSOG), a non-profit sporting organization, which promotes physical fitness and quality of life for people age fifty and older. LSOG plans and conducts a statewide program and includes competitions at both the local and district level, as well as an annual State event and participation in the biennial National Games. Where some may see aging as the slower paced golden years, others take the opportunity to make their senior years the most active! See Seniors Page 5-A

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Emily Loupe and Jennifer Charpentier are pictured helping at the craft table at the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party breakfast held at the Cut Off Youth Center Sunday. Participants enjoyed an Easter egg hunt, along with taking pictures with the Easter Bunny. All proceeds benefitted Relay for Life. Another Relay For Life benefit will be held this Sunday, March 11 at the Larose Civic Center. The 14th Annual Memorial Cake Bingo and Gumbo Luncheon will offer a gumbo lunch and more, lots of bingo games, raffles, a sweet sale, a half and half raffle, door prizes and more.

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Wednesday, March 7, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Anger Management classes offered on Thursdays

The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Fireworks Anger Management classes, (3 twohour sessions for ages 18 and over), from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays, March 8, 15, and 22. Limited space is available. To enroll report to the Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux, with $150 enrollment fee (money order only). For more information call 985-446-0643. __________________

Bayou Council offering Parent Education classes

The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services announces Parent Education Presentations at the Bayou Council Office in Thibodaux. It will be held on March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29th from 10 a.m. till noon. Admission is free and presentations are open to the public. No children allowed. For more information call 985-446-0643. ___________________

Larose KCs post Friday’s Lent menu

The Larose Knights of Columbus Council 8898 will be serving a Lenten lunch consisting of white beans and fried fish on Friday, March 9, at the KC Home in Larose. The meal can be purchased for $8. Take out or dine in available. Call John at 258-9916 for more info.

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Seat belt checkpoints slated for March 8 and 14

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will conduct seat belt checkpoints in Lafourche Parish during the daytime hours of Thursday, March 8 and Wednesday, March 14. 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. __________________

Holy Savior serving Lenten meals every Friday

Holy Savior Catholic Church’s Fundraising Committee will be selling Lenten meals starting at 6 p.m. on Fridays during Lent at the front porch of the rectory. The meals include white beans and rice, fried catfish, coleslaw and bread. The donation for the meal is $8. Desserts are also available for purchase. __________________

Lenten Lunches served at LaSalette Center in GM

Parishioners of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church will once again serve a meal on Fridays in Lent in the LaSalette Center, located next to the church on LA 1. Lunch on March 9 and March 23 will consists of shrimp gumbo, rice, potato salad and crackers for a donation of $7. Soft drinks and desserts will be available at an additional cost. Dine-ins and takeouts will begin at 11:00 and end at 12:30. To place an order on Friday morning, please call the LaSalette Center at 475-5886 by 9:00. ___________________

St.Vincent having store wide sale

St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Store will be conducting a storewide sale starting Monday, March 5 through Saturday, March 10 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fill a 13 gallon bag for only $2 a bag. The store is located at 102 East 2nd St., Larose (Delta Farms Road).

Green Head Club banquet set for Saturday

The Green Head Club will hold their annual banquet at the Cut Off Youth Center on Saturday, March 10th. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and supper will be at 6:00 p.m. The menu will consist of roast duck, white beans and seafood gumbo. The entry fee will be $10 for ages 18 years and over, and $5 for those 17 years and under. There will be numerous auction items and door prizes. There is also an entry prize of a fiberglass boat and a shotgun. For more information call Donald Callais at 985-475-5583. __________________

BTNEP gearing up for Bayou Cleanup this weekend

The Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP) is getting ready for its 7th Annual 2018 Bayou Lafourche Cleanup on March 10. The clean up event will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 noon and is projected to clean up 106 miles of the bayou from Donaldsonville to Leeville. The cleanup will be done mostly from boats, but volunteers will also be needed to clean in areas around bridges and along the bayou side. Anyone wishing to sign up to volunteer for the March 10 event can register online at https://form.jotform.com /80085599208162 or contact Alma Robichaux at alma@btnep.org or 985-447-0868. ___________________

Les Reflection du Bayou is in need of volunteers for Sat.

Les Reflections Du Bayou is gathering names for its annual Bayou Cleanup in the South Lafourche area. This is a chance to make Community Service hours while giving back to your community. The event will take place on March 10 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the South Lafourche Library, 16244 East Main, Hwy 308. Call 985-632-6382 to register and give your size for a T-shirt. Bags, gloves, and water are provided.

Cleanup event planned for Leeville

Launch Leeville, along with its community partners, CITGO and National Estuaries, is hosting a litter cleanup event in Leeville. Organizers will be based at the new public boat/kayak launch and fishing pier, beginning at 8:00 a.m., on Saturday, March 10th. Free t-shirt and prizes will be given out, along with a free lunch. Cleaning supplies will be provided. This event also qualifies for student service hours. Contact Janet Rhodus, Founder of Launch Leeville, Non-Profit at 225-413-4414 or janetrhodus@hotmail.co m. ____________________

CBC hosting Women’s Retreat in Grand Isle

A Serenity by the Sea women’s retreat, hosted by Community Bible Church of Cut Off, will be held on March 10th and 11th on Grand Isle. Speaker will be Charlene Sim and worship by Lauren Agresta dn Megan Rousse. Women 18 and over are encouraged to attend. Spaces are limited. Cost is $45 for a 2-day pass and $35 for a 1-day pass. Call 985-632-3077 FMI. __________________

GMMS band/choir to sell sausage poboys for fundraiser

Golden Meadow Middle School Band/Choir will be having a Sausage Po-Boy fundraiser on Sunday, March 11th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. It will be at the Storage Depot located at 16862 West Main Street. The cost is $7.

Dukes of Earl Relay team hosting cake bingo and luncheon

The 14th Annual Memorial Cake Bingo and Gumbo Luncheon will be held on Sunday, March 11 at the Larose Civic Center. The event will offer a great gumbo lunch and more, lots of bingo games, raffles, sweet sale, half and half raffle, door prizes and more. All proceeds will benefit the ACS Relay for Life, hosted by The Dukes of Earl Team. The group is now accepting donations of cakes, sweets, door prizes or cash. Call 2910904 or 677-1677 for more info. __________________

Gheens Needy Family organization sets first dinner

The first quarterly dinner of 2018 for the Gheens Needy Family Organization will be held on Sunday, March 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Gheens Community Center. For an $8.00 donation, receive a meal consisting of chicken/sausage gumbo, potato salad, pear and crackers. Drinks and desserts will also be available for purchase. The public is invited and encouraged to come out and support this worthy cause. ___________________

GI Early voting set for March 12

Early voting for the March 24 Municipal Primary Election will be conducted at the Grand Isle Multiplex, 3101 LA Hwy. 1, Grand Isle, on Monday, March 12. Hours are 10 a.m. to 12-noon and 1 to 3 p.m.

DA Kristine Russell to present Domino Effect to students

As part of the District Attorney’s Office’s continued efforts to combat distracted driving, Lafourche Parish District Attorney Kristine Russell will be at local area high schools to present “The Domino Effect”. This program, aimed at high school seniors, is designed to illustrate the far-reaching consequences of impaired driving. The Domino Effect will be presented at the following dates and times: - Monday, March 12 at 10: 26 a.m. at Central Lafourche High School - Tuesday, March 13 at 7:45 a.m. at South Lafourche High School. ___________________

LPSO offering RAD course for women

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) course on March 12, 13, and 14, at The Learning Center at Lady of the Sea Hospital, located at 200 West 134th Place in Cut Off. The cost is $10 to cover materials. Class size is limited, and advance registration is required. register online at www.LPSO.net/RADsignup. Send payment by mail, along with name, address, and phone number to Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office, Attn: Captain Lafate Day, 1300 Lynn Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301. Make checks payable to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. The deadline to register for the class is Friday, March 9, at 11 a.m. For more information, please contact Captain Lafate Day at (985) 449-4485 or by email at lafate-day@lpso.net.

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Special Education District No. 1 would like to recognize Mr. Patrick Lacoste for his attendance of thirtyfive years at The Center. Pictured above are Executive Director Torie Lee and Mr. Lacoste.

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On January 24, the Louisiana Assessors’ Association appointed Lafourche Assessor Wendy Thibodeaux as Chairperson of the Watercraft Committee, as a result of her hard work and devotion. Through appointment, the Association recognized Thibodeaux’s diligent efforts to unite state government, Assessors, and industry in order to ensure the best assessment practices statewide. This enables her to keep both Lafourche’s and Louisiana’s Watercraft industry competitive nationally.

Special Education District No. 1 would like to recognize Mr. Troy Pitre for his attendance of five years at The Center. Pictured above are Angie Danos, Mr. Pitre, and Executive Director Torie Lee.

Registration continuing for BTNEP’S 17th Annual Paddle Bayou Lafourche

Registration is continuing for the Barataria Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP) 2018 Paddle Bayou Lafourche event. BTNEP wants to invite residents and visitors from all over the country to travel down the waters of Bayou Lafourche and learn about the culture and heritage that goes along with it. The 52-mile, fourday paddling trip dawn the bayou begins Thursday, April 5, in Donaldsonville, and ends in Lockport on Sunday, April 8. Paddlers can participate from one day to all four days of the trip. They will be treated not only to scenic natural visits, but also to a fascinating backyard view of the bayou from the water’s perspective while enjoying camaraderie, food, music and fun. Paddlers will get a firsthand look at the restoration work being conducted along the bayou, along with a taste of local cuisine, and entertainment every night in a campsite setting. Participants will also receive a souvenir t-shirt, water, and healthy snacks throughout the day. Canoe rentals are available in a limited supply. The trip cost is $50.00 per day, or $175 for all four days without a canoe rental. The cost for paddlers renting a canoe is $70 per day, or $250 for all four days. Preregistration is required. Local residents not wanting to paddle can also join in the experi-

Volunteers needed for Derelict Crab Trap Rodeo

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will again host its annual Derelict Crab Trap Rodeo, a volunteer derelict crab trap cleanup event, Saturday, March 24, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) Center located at 8124 LA-56, Chauvin. Volunteers are needed and will help collect traps in the field, unload traps at the dock and count traps as they are unloaded. Removing abandoned crab traps is a wet and dirty job, so volunteers should wear appropriate clothing and wet gear and should bring their own personal floatation device, which should be worn at all times while on the water. A free t-shirt and lunch will be provided to all volunteers. Volunteers are encouraged to register in advance online: https://www.surveymonkey.com.

ence by supporting the event from the banks of Bayou Lafourche. Locals are invited to decorate their bayou side and provide signs of encouragement and welcome to our bayou visitors. In the past, visitors have been greeted with local music and cheers as the peddlers coasted down the bayou. BTNEP started Paddle Bayou Lafourche, as an innovative approach to educate residents and visitors about the culture and ecology of Bayou Lafourche, as well as the coastal restoration needs of the area and potential solutions. Paddlers can register by completing the registration form at www.BTNEP.org, call 985-447-0868 or email Kristy@BTNEP.org for registration instructions. Visit the website for more information.

Special Education District No. 1 would like to recognize Ms. Danielle Melancon for her attendance of one year at The Center. Pictured above are Ms. Melancon and Executive Director Torie Lee.

Pictured at left is Golden Meadow Middle School’s Student of the Year, Sagan Rousse. Sagan is the daughter of Lonnie and Richelle Rousse.

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The do-nothing session was marked by frustration and mistrust in the House, which took votes over several days rejecting tax ideas. House lawmakers accused each other of reneging on deals, criticized colleagues on social media and clashed with the governor’s staff over who was to blame for the stalemate. “We have certainly lost something around here. We’ve lost our way, members,” said New Orleans Rep. Walt Leger, the highest-ranking House Democrat. “We have a lot of work ahead of us. My solemn prayer is that we do come back together.” Edwards blamed the special session collapse on a “spectacular failure” of leadership from Barras, who he said broke his word to deliver GOP votes for a package of tax bills. “Even the most casual observer of the way the House conducted itself over the last two weeks can conclude that it was totally dysfunctional,” said the governor, a former House member. Barras said Edwards “contributed to the collapse of this session” by demanding the full budget gap be offset and “being unable to garner the support of his House Democrats.” With most tax measures required to start in the House, senators could do little but watch. Special sessions are estimated to cost $50,000 to $60,000 a day, so the 15-day failed gathering cost taxpayers at least $750,000. While Barras supported the holding of the special session, he didn’t have the backing of his full GOP membership, some of whom are strongly anti-tax. That meant Barras needed support from Democrats in the majority-Republican chamber to get passage of tax measures. Barras and other Republicans willing to consider taxes wanted to temporarily renew onequarter of an expiring 1 percent state sales tax, along with temporary elimination of some sales tax breaks. Democrats, particularly members of the Black Caucus, argued that would more heavily hit the poor. They wanted to tweak income tax laws, such as scaling back a tax break allowed for upper-income taxpayers. The two sides also split over unrelated proposals, such as Medicaid restrictions, that Barras and other Republicans wanted tied to passage of taxes. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte

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Board: Chris Lagarde, Raymond Toups and Barry Uzee. Toups has been serving in the interim since former board member Ronald Pere resigned in May after he and his wife moved to an assisted-living facility outside the Racelandarea district. He had been on the board for 10 years. In races with three or more candidates, if no one receives more than half the vote March 24, the top two will compete in an April 28 runoff. There will be no statewide or national races on the ballot.

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much of the freshwater from Grand Bayou Canal into the marshes east and west of it, create 112 acres of marsh and nourish 14 acres west of the canal near LA 24. The additional money requested would be used to push the project to “shovel ready” for construction, said Amanda Voisin, Lafourche coastal zone management administrator. Voisin said engineering and design should be done by February 2020, but construction will have to wait for additional money. The multi-year plan and amendment are available at www. lafourchegov.org. Comments by April 15 may be submitted by emailing voisinam@lafou rchegov.org or mailing them to Lafourche Parish Government, Office of Coastal Zone Management, RE: MYIP Amendment Comments, 4876 La. 1, Mathews, LA 70375. — Daily Comet Staff Writer Holly Duchmann can be reached at 857-2205 or holly.duchmann@houmatoday.com. Follow her on Twitter @holly_evamarie.

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In states across the U.S., challengers in the 50-plus demographic will put their best foot forward and embrace all that is competition! There are a variety of events to choose from such as swimming, traditional races and racewalks, golf, archery, tennis, table tennis, volleyball, basketball, bowling, weightlifting, shuffleboard, horseshoes, shooting, badminton, track and field, and more. Even those who have never taken a gander in a sporting event could become the next front-runner in the LSO games, not just for local titles but also for the highly coveted contender spots at the biennial National Senior Games, which will take place in Albuquerque, New Mexico June 14 -25, 2019!

VISION COMMUNICATIONS ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP Graduating high school seniors are eligible to apply. For more information, contact your school’s guidance department or visit us online at viscom.net/scholarships

Since the inception of the event in 2001, the Louisiana Senior Olympic Games organization has expanded to include more games and has increased in participation by area seniors each year. Activities are broken down by districts with Lafourche falling under the Bayou-River District Senior Olympic Games, which also includes Assumption, St. Charles, St. James, St. John, and Terrebonne parishes. The Louisiana Senior Olympics group estimates more than 2,000 athletes statewide, and 400 volunteers will participate in the Louisiana Senior Olympics this year. The organization sees the event growing even more in the coming years. With the fifties being the new thirties, sixties the new forties, and so forth, it is clear why the event is growing in popularity. Seniors are no longer sitting idly by on the sidelines. Instead, they are racing for the finish lines! The deadline to register is March 12, 2018. For more information on entry fees, registration, team or individual event selections, or to volunteer please visit www.lsog1.net. Interested parties can also contact Charlene Rodriguez with Lafourche Parish Council on Aging at 985-5320457, or Angela Young, the Bayou River District contact at angelay@assumptionparishcoa.org. Seniors who are in need of a partner for team sports can contact one of these coordinators who will make every effort to find a partner or partners, as needed.

Public’s help sought in Galliano business burglary investigation

A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for a burglary at a Galliano business. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to SL Cleaners and Tuxedo Rentals at 18306 West Main Street in Galliano on the morning of Thursday, February 15 in reference to a burglary. Through investigation, detectives found that someone had pried open the cash register as well as a filing cabinet. A small amount of cash was taken in the burglary, and a window on an interior door was also broken during the incident. Anyone with knowledge of this crime is asked to contact Crime Stoppers Bayou Region at 1-800-743-7433 or by texting “GIVEATIP” plus your message to 274637. Tips can also be submitted using the TipSubmit Mobile application or online at www.crimestoppersbr.or g. Tipsters will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash if the information given leads to an arrest.

Lafourche Shrine Club sets Chili and Cracklin Cook-off

The Lafourche Shrine Club will be hosting a Chili and Cracklin Cook-off on Saturday, March 31, from 10 a.m. – till at the Larose Civic Center. Come out for food, fun, music, arts and crafts booths, and auction for the entire family. Bring your children for an Easter egg hunt, too! Entry fee is $5 per person for all the chili you can eat. Children

under 12 are free. Teams of 4 will compete for the chili cook off. Cost is $75 and you must make 3 gallons of chili. Teams of 4 persons will also compete for the cracklin cook off for a $25 entry fee. You must be able to make twenty 1-quart bags. For more information contact Zachary Gisclair at 985-2094107 or John Gardner at 985-691-8304.

Wednesday, March 7, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Members of Les Artiste du Bayou participated in a mini-workshop at their January monthly meeting. Members learned a technique using alcohol to enhance their pictures. Les Artiste du Bayou meets the second Saturday of each month in the arts and craft room at the Larose Civic Center. Guests are welcomed.

Nanette Lazard was honored as the recipient of the “2017 Employee of the year” award at the January 23 Council meeting by Lafourche Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle. Nanette has been a Community Action Outreach Coordinator for more than ten years and has the respect and admiration of her peers. Nanette provides extra care and comfort when addressing concerns of residents within our communities that may need assistance at any given time. Basic necessities like food, clothCongrats Mrs ing, electricity and other Carla and Latisha essentials can be taken on the purchase of for granted until one day hard times hit. She your new car knows that in those ... Marcie Dufrene times, the help she can offer someone cannot be measured. Her work is a treasure at Lafourche Parish Gov15101 Hwy. 3235 • Cut Off • 325-1000 ernment.

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HOMES

House For Sale: 316 West 14th Street, Larose. 1 bedroom; 1 bath; carport; double shed; $50,000 obo; call 985-2589691. _________________________

LAND

Lot for sale: 150x86 located on U-turn at West 48th and West 49th. $25,000. Call Antoinette at 637-7723. _________________________ Lot For Sale: 90x186 on Leona Drive in Mathews (down Peytral Drive); underground utilities; asking $32,000. Call 985-6651449. _________________________

FOR RENT

Apt. For rent: 1 bedroom, unfurnished. LA 308 near Golden Meadow bridge. Single or couple; no pets; no smoking. $460 month and $460 deposit. Call 985-258-6277. _________________________ Apartment for rent: 2 br.; 1 bath; washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator. $600/month plus $500/deposit. No pets. FMI Call 985-665-7621. _________________________ House for rent: 3 bedroom; 1.5 bath; loft; wood floors. Upscale home. Concrete countertops and floors. Central A/C. Large porch. $950/mo and $950/dep. Located in Golden Meadow. 985-232-1948. _________________________ House for rent: LA 1 Cut Off. 3 bed, 1 ba. Good neighborhood. Call 691-1367 for details. Leave voicemail. _________________________ House For Rent: Unfurnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath, totally remodeled house. Stove, central heat, A/C, quiet neighborhood located in Galliano on West side. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. $600/month, $600/security deposit. FMI call 985-696-0229. Must sign 12 month lease. _________________________ FREE RENT! Half off the first month’s rent with a new lease. Both furnished and unfurnished units available. Pets welcomed! $795/month for unfurnished unit and $750 security deposit. Units all have 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, full kitchen and washer and dryer. Go to www.coteblancheapartments.c om for pictures. Call Bill at 985325-5626 for more info. ________________________

Multiple Rentals Available: Two 2 bedrooms, 2 bath trailers; partially furnished. One 3 bedroom and 1 bath trailer partially furnished all in Golden Meadow area. FMI call 985-665-1220. _________________________ For rent: 2 bed, 1 bath in Cut Off. $850/mo and $850/dep. No pets. Call 985-677-2574. _________________________ Apt. For Rent: 1 bedroom; kitchenette and bath; $400/month plus utilities in Mathews, LA. Call 985-4388296. _________________________

2 bedroom trailer for rent down West 64th St. $500/mo. 632-3045. _________________________ For Rent: One bedroom, one bath apartment on Hwy 3235 in Golden Meadow offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water is included. $525/month and $525/deposit. Six month lease required then month to month. FMI call 985-798-7433 or 985637-6258. _________________________ House For Rent: furnished 1 bedroom in Larose; responsible single or couple; $800/month; $500/deposit; utilities not included; no smoking, no pets; yearly contract; accepting applications; call 985-868-2355 for appointment. _________________________ Home For Rent: 3 bedroom; 2 bath; located in GM; $750/month. Please call Lachelle at 504-312-8186. _________________________ 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.

Camper spaces for rent: $340/month. HWY 3235 in Golden Meadow. Also Small camper for sale. $800. 985-4757696 or 985-398-0172. _________________________ Mobile home for rent: Galliano. 2 beds. Quiet neighborhood, no pets, no smoking, fully furnished. Background checks. $475/mo and $475/dep. Single occupancy only. Call 985-4757272 or 985-637-7273. _________________________ House for rent: In Galliano. Completely furnished. Located on West 159th street. House 111. FMI Call 985-475-7763 or 985-637-7763. _________________________

MERCHANDISE

For Sale: Celeste Fig Trees. 985-691-9466. _________________________ Crypt For Sale: Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano; 602, Tier C; Asking $5,000. Call 985-2584491 or 985-787-2210. _________________________ Salty Oysters For Sale: 1/2 gallon, sacks and half sakcs; west 181st Street; 985-6377748. _________________________ Shrimp and Crabs: CHEAP! We also sell crab traps. Cheap! A dollar a crab or $12 a dozen. 985-258-6533. _________________________ Dirt: Cheap dirt, gravel, oyster shells and sand. Only $9 per yard. Special: 20 loads and dozer is free! Cal 985-258-6533. _________________________

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AUTOS

2004 Jeep Liberty For Sale: 3.7L Limited; 132,000 miles; $3,000 obo; Call Marty at 7987750. _________________________

CAMPERS

Camper For Sale: 2008 Dutchmen Camper; 28 ft; very good condition; carport kept; new ties; some extras included; $12,000. Call 985-665-7561, please leave message; can be seen at 210 East 16th Street, Larose. _________________________

BOATS

For Sale: 15’4” x 42” Rouge River Canoe, 5 HP Coleman 4 stroke boat motor and trailer; garage kept; excellent condition; $2,000. Call 985-696-8045. _________________________

WANT TO BUY

We Pay Cash for Gold, Silver and Diamonds Bayouside Flea Market, 14567 Hwy 1., Cut Off. Call Dallas at 985-677-1061 or Tom at 985227-2470. _________________________

GARAGE SALES

Large open garage sale starting on Jan. 11th until all gone. Open from 8 a.m. till 3 p.m. on all weekdays. Lots of everything. School clothes; crafts; knick knacks; baby clothes from newborn to 2T - $.50; baby stroller; tubs; jackets; lots more. 363 West 54th Street, Cut Off. _________________________ Trash and Treasure Sale: Antiques, collectables, depression glass, furniture, to much to list. 1288 N Alex Plaisance Blvd. (New Highway) Golden Meadow. Open every Saturday. 985-278-2221. _________________________ St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Store will be conducting a store wide sale starting on Monday, March 5 through Saturday, March 10 from 8am to 4pm. Fill a 13 gallon bag for $2. The store is located at 102 East 2nd Street, Larose (Delta Farms Road). _________________________ Moving Sale: Thursday and Friday, March 8 and 9 from 7am to 3pm. Located at 303 Sandras Street in Larose. Tools, lawn mower, weedeater, dishes, toys, ceramic tiles, wood floors, etc. too much to list. _________________________

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Garage Sale: 185 East 74th Place. March 8th and 9th from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Patty Day sale saving of the green is extending the half price sale on EVERYTHING! Suitcases, purses, toys, fragrances, men, women and children clothing, rugs. New items added daily. _________________________ Garage sale: Moving sale Thursday! 171 S Main Street HWY 1. Behind storage over west Larose bridge. Lots of clothes, shoes, kitchen stuff, wreaths, holiday stuff, dressers, beds, outdoor stuff, entertainment center, end tables, sofa. Don’t miss it! Look for signs. NO EARLY BIRDS. _________________________ Garage sale: March 8th from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. West 140th Street. 1st house on right. _________________________

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. _________________________ Now hiring: Class A driver needed immediately. Hazmat preferred, but not needed. 6 months oilfield experience required. Dodge 5500 with 40’ gooseneck. Pay is percentage of load based on experience. Call 985-637-8325 for info. _________________________

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B&B Hardware and Rental is looking for shop worker with maintenance experience. Apply within at 13222 West Main in Larose. 985-693-6824. _________________________ Apple Inn is hiring for a part time housekeeper. Must apply in person. _________________________ Top Water Marine in Leeville is now hiring for housekeeping and small retail store. Saturdau through Monday, part-time schedule. Must pass drug screen and background check. Submit resume to topwatermarina@gmail.com along with references. _________________________ Drivers Class-A CDL: Increased pay and new trucks!! Dedicated routes! No CDL? No problem!! Call Swift today. 855292-2945. _________________________

Crane/ Winch Mechanic

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Provide emergency/unscheduled equipment repairs and scheduled maintenance repairs

Mechanical skills including, but not limited to: mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

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High school diploma (college courses preferred)

MLS 123859: This Acadian style home located along Hwy. 308 in Lockport sits amongst gorgeous oak trees on over 2 acres of land. The 3BR, 3ba. home has fabulous crown molding and detail throughout. It’s priced to sell at $349,000! Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

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Knowledge about basic and specialty tools, test instruments

MLS 127385: This is a two story, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom camp located at 145 Elm Lane in Grand Isle, offering 1,887 sq. ft. living, lots of extras, 2 laundry rooms, and comes completely furnished. All for $299,000 Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

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Understand ship repair/building industry legal and commercial requirements Flexibility for worldwide travel to support the fleet

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HUB Enterprises, a leading security company, is now hiring full-time security guards, armed and unarmed to fill immediate openings in the Lafourche area. Licensed security guards are urged to apply, but experience is not necessary. Must have valid driver’s license, clean criminal history and reliable transportation. Call 1-800-759-3660, fax resume to 1-800-706-6106 or email to securityjobs@hubenterprises.com. ________________________

K-Mar Supply Fourchon and Cut Off locations: are now accepting applications for full time Floor Assistant. Apply in persona at 654 A.O Rappelet Road; Fourchon, LA 70357. NAPA, next door to Truck Stop. See Brandi. No phone calls please. Must speak English. Must meet TWIC Card requirements. Free transportation to and from our Cut Off warehouse on HWY 3235. _________________________

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. _________________________ 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. _________________________ Double J Roofing Construction Specializing in re-roofs, metal roofs, aluminum roofs, patio enclosures and repairs. Over 20 years experience of doing business in all parishes. Office: 985-722-3129 or cell: 985-722-6129.

Tony’s Carpentry: Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, painting, pressure washing, call 985-278-7188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________________ Brock’s Car Washing Inside and Out; on site available; prices start at $50. 985258-7645. _________________________

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Crane/ Winch Electrician

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Diagnose electrical problems, install and rewire electrical components

Examine and test machinery, equipment, components and parts, and then install or replace parts and instruments, using hand or power tools Disassemble broken or defective equipment to facilitate repair, and reassemble equipment when repairs complete

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Marine Riggers Must have TWIC card 1 year vessel experience Reliable transportation High School Diploma or GED Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug screens and background checks

DID THE FREEZE DAMAGE YOUR WATER LINES? Did your waterlines break or have a loss in pressure causing headache, inconvenience and perhaps even a high water bill? Call LaBove Plumbing LLC for a free estimate on a fully expandable water line system for your home. Unlike PVC and CPVC, our expandable PEX Waterline Systems will not burst or break when frozen. Also, if your home has old galvanized waterline, you no doubt have experienced low water pressure or even no water pressure due to rust and corrosion inside of the galvanized piping. Our expandable PEX Waterline Systems will not corrode like galvanize lines. To make sure you are not unnecessarily inconvenienced, we have the manpower and equipment to complete the job as efficiently as possible, most of the time in one day. Take advantage of our 0% financing, plans for up to 18 months and no money down! It’s fast and easy to apply! Call LABOVE PLUMBING LLC (985) 991-1881

High school diploma (college courses preferred) Knowledge about basic and specialty tools, test instruments

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Knowledge of electrical troubleshooting and procedures, and electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic control systems Nights/weekends for on-call reporting

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

Call Linda or Penny for details:

448-7623

LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING NOW HIRING 5 FULL TIME POSITIONS! “Serious interest ONLY”

Must pass drug screen, physical, have valid drivers license, able to pull and back up trailer responsibly, able to operate lawn and landscaping equiptment. E-mail information to bryanc@viscom.net or call for an appointment.

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Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-637-6279. _________________________ Mata’s Construction Company LLC: Concrete work: House slabs, driveways, patios, sidewalks, a/c pads, parking lots, etc. Call Carlos Mata at 504-236-6140 or 985-258-6473. Licensed and insured. _________________________ Melancon’s Carpentry: 25 Plus years exp. Honest tradesman. Cabinetry; finish work; frame work; etc. Remodeling or new projects. Call 985-6964157. _________________________ Curry’s Tree Service: Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-677-2959. _________________________

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. _________________________

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OBITUARIES

MIRIAM HARTMAN

Miriam Baudoin Hartman, 94, a native of Mathews and a resident of Lockport, passed away on Sunday, March 04, 2018. Visitation will be held from 12 p.m. until service time on Wednesday, March 7 at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday at the church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Bud Hartman; daughter, Margaret Tate and husband, Phil; brother, Conrad Baudoin; half-brother, Teddy Baudoin; grandchildren, Travis Tate and Monica Trosclair; great-grandchild, Ethan Tate. She was preceded in death by her parents, Merille and Eve Baudoin; sisters, Ella Mae Bernard, Mollie Chauvin, Emma Jean Zeringue, Noella Melancon, Gertrude Sampey; brother, Francis Baudoin; halfbrothers, Melvin and Kearnie Baudoin. Special thanks to The Lafourche Home for the Aged and Notre Dame Hospice. Falgout Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

Chihuahua Puppies For Sale: $150. Call 985-291-0590. _________________________

MEMORIALS

In Loving Memory of

SHEILA CROCHET

12/29/1959 03/07/2017 On The Anniversary of the Day You Went Away Today’s the anniversary of the day that I lost you, and for a time it felt as though, my life had ended too. But loss has taught me many things and now I face each day, with hope and happy memories to help me along the way. And though I’m full of sadness that you’re no longer here. Your influence still guides me, and I still feel you near. What we shared will never die, it lives within my heart; bringing strength and comfort while we are apart. Love, Kimberly, Kyle, Kyleigh, Kamryn and Koy ___________________

IVA KOHLS

Iva Dell Rippy Kohls, 90, a native of McLean, TX and a resident of Galliano, died on March 3, 2018. A funeral service will be held at a later date in McLean, TX. She is survived by her 5 children, Steven Kohls (Karen), Deborah Kohls, Kay Shafer (Jordan), Shirley Griffin, and Kathleen Brantley (Ronnie); 10 grandchildren, Ariel, Emily, Kara, Blake, Paden, Joshua, Erin, Kayla, Kristen, and Ronnie; 4 great-grandchildren, Braylon, Christian, Claire, and Sawyer; and niece, Mickey Jackson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd James Kohls; parents, Kester and Emily Rippy; and sister, Ramah Lou Lankford. She was a RN and retired from Lady of the Sea after 12 years of service. She was a devoted Christian. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. _____________________

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Cut Off man charged with attempted murder

A Cut Off man has been charged after allegedly stabbing a Galliano man during an altercation. Erin Serigny (age 25) is charged with attempted murder in the incident. At around 5:30 p.m. on Friday, March 2, deputies responded to West 170th Street in Galliano in reference to a man, later identified as Serigny, having just stabbed a 29-year-old man during an altercation. When deputies arrived on the scene, they learned the identity of the suspect, Serigny, who had fled the scene. They also learned the victim had been taken to a local hospital for treatment. He was later transported to University Hospital in New Orleans where he currently remains in stable condition. Through investigation, detectives learned Serigny had been staying at the victim’s house for a few days. When Serigny was asked to leave, he became agitated, and the two began to argue outside the residence. The argument turned into a physical

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 proved guilty. FEBRUARY 28, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Torrance Flakes, 31, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery. Lockport Police Department Brendon Chiasson, 18, Lockport. Resisting an officer; disturbing the peace no personal injury or property damage. Thibodaux Police Department Donovan Coleman, 23, Thibodaux. Aggravated flight from an officer; turning movements and required signals; possession with intent to distribute marijuana; obstruction of justice. Golden Meadow Police Department Megan Foret, 20, Golden Meadow. Possession of marijuana 2nd offense. MARCH 1, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Francine Avera, 32, Cut Off. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Sean Chauvin, 24, Cut Off. Possession of hydrocodone; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia. Ronal Lemon Sr., 39, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Marquis Lorick, 27, Raceland. Contempt of court. Justin Platt, 23, Golden Meadow. Possession marijuana 1st offense; warrant for contempt of court. Benjamin Wood, 48, Cut Off. Prohibited Acts Schedule 1; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Elijah Rodrigue, 40, Thibodaux. Taking contraband to/from penal institutions prohibited. Golden Meadow Police Department Joey Basulito, 31, Galliano. Contempt of court (4 CTS); possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia. Shelly Morris, 51, Golden Meadow. Possession or distri-

Wednesday, March 7, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Dakota lost two rigs and Louisiana lost one. Arkansas, California, Ohio, Utah, West Virginia and Wyoming were unchanged. The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981. It bottomed out in May of 2016 at 404. ___

LWF Commission to amend the inside/ outside shrimp line

Serigny

altercation. At one point, Serigny stated he was going to kill the other man and allegedly stabbed him on the left side of his torso with a knife. Serigny then fled the area on foot. On Saturday, deputies located Serigny in Cut Off, and he was taken into custody. During questioning, Serigny admitted to stabbing the victim. He was transported and booked into the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux on the charge of Attempted Second Degree Murder. His bond is set at $1 million, but he is also being held for Louisiana Probation and Parole as a parole violator. bution of drug paraphernalia; possession of marijuana 1st offense; contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Jovvon Williams, 33, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Terry Duet, 58, Thibodaux. Disturbing the peace. Greater Lafourche Port Commission Harbor Police Rene Matherne, 54, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 CTS). MARCH 2, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Cameron Adras, 27, Thibodaux. Aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon – 2 cts; theft. Andre Bentley, 37, Raceland. Fugitive (2 CTS). Alan Cheramie Sr., 58, Galliano. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession with intent to distribute marijuana. Mark Cheramie, 31, Lockport. Contempt of court. Tessie Cortez, 41, Thibodaux. Theft. Justin Guidry, 34, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Addy Lebouef, 29, Larose. Violation of probation/parole. Tony Clarke Jr., 25, Galliano. Illegal possession of stolen things. Jorge Elizondo, 32, Thibodaux. D.W.I 1st offense. Thibodaux Police Department Kurt Boudreaux, 41, Thibodaux. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams; possession of hydrocodone. Wayne Moore, 18, Thibodaux. Third degree rape. Lockport Police Department Brendon Chiasson, 18, Lockport. Criminal trespass; theft. MARCH 3, 2018 Thibodaux Police Department Jontrell Philip, 33, Vacherie. Speeding; operating vehicle while intoxicated; possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle. MARCH 4, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Cody Dantin, 30, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Brad Rousseau, 42, Gray. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Louisiana State Police Karl Larousse, 47, Larose. D.W.I 1st offense; driving on roadway laned for traffic.

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BATON ROUGE, La, - The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission has approved a Notice of Intent to adjust the inside/outside shrimp line of demarcation. This line is used to separate the “inside” waters of the state from the “outside” waters, which are regulated separately. Generally, “outside” waters are those beyond the beach line. Changes to the current boundary line were necessary due to land loss and erosion caused by storm surge, tidal movements and other natural causes. Approximately, 61,000 acres will be added to the states outside waters. Proposed changes to the boundary line were made using 2015 satellite imagery. Public comments pertaining to the proposed rule may be submitted from March 2, through April 26, 2018. Following final approval of the rule, the updated boundary line would be made effective September 1, 2018. Interested persons may submit comments relative to the proposed rule to Peyton Cagle, Marine Fisheries Biologist DCL-B, Marine Fisheries Section, 1213 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70601, or via e-mail to peyton.cagle@la.gov. ___

Oklahoma adds 3 rigs as US rig count increases to 981

HOUSTON (AP) — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. increased by three this week to 981. That exceeds the 756 rigs that were active this time a year ago. Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes reported Friday that 800 rigs drilled for oil this week and 181 for gas. Among major oil- and gas-producing states, Oklahoma increased by three rigs, Alaska and Pennsylvania each gained two rigs and New Mexico and Texas each increased by one. Colorado decreased by three rigs, North

Corps recommends opening spillway to divert Mississippi

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ New Orleans office is recommending that water from the rising Mississippi River be diverted to keep pressure off the New Orleans levee system. Col. Mike Clancy says a diversion structure — the Bonnet Carre spillway — will be partially opened beginning Thursday once a final decision is made. The structure diverts some of the river’s water into Lake Pontchartrain. Clancy told reporters the final decision will come after Gov. John Bel Edwards and other officials are briefed. The river has been rising rapidly after rains upriver have fed the Mississippi and its tributaries. ___

Drunk man takes $1,600 Uber from West Virginia to New Jersey

GLOUCESTER COUNTY, N.J. (AP) — A New Jersey man who got drunk in West Virginia and mistakenly ordered a $1,635 Uber ride back to his home state says the experience was “crazy.” NJ.com reported Wednesday that Kenny Bachman thought he was taking an Uber to where he was staying, near the West Virginia University campus. But when his driver woke him up two hours into the more than 300mile journey to New Jersey, Bachman says he didn’t know what was happening or who the driver was. The trip was made more expensive because Bachman gave the driver money for tolls and ordered an UberXL, which can hold up to six passengers. He says he unsuccessfully challenged the fare with Uber, which confirmed that the ride occurred. Bachman says he gave the driver five stars. Information from: N J . c o m , http://www.nj.com

LAFOURCHE PARISH GOVERNMENT

BOARD & COMMISSION VACANCIES Vacancies

Residency Requirements

Central Lafourche Ambulance Service District

Board

Qualified voter and resident of the district

Children and Youth Planning Board

Representative of a Lafourche Parish nonprofit organization providing services to children and youth

Commission for Women

Lafourche Parish resident

Drainage District No. 6

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

Fire Protection Distict No. 6

Property taxpayer residing in the boundaries of Fire Protection No. 6 district

Fire Protection Distict No. 7

Property taxpayer residing in the boundaries of Fire Protection No. 7 district

Fire Protection District No. 8-B

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

Fire Protection No. 9

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

Heroes Monument Commission

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

Heroes Monument Commission

Housing Authority of Lafourche Parish

Lafourche Parish resident

Sewerage District No. 1

Resident residing in the boundaries of Sewerage No. 1 district

Sewerage District No. 7

Property taxpayer of Bayou Vista Subdivision

South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority

Lafourche Parish resident with expertise in the medical field and/or judicial system

Tourist Commission

Lafourche Parish resident of Ward 11

Fireman that has served for a minimum of five years, qualified voter domiciled outside of Ward 10 Discharged veteran of a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and qualified voter domiciled outside of Ward 10

The deadline for these positions will be Thursday, March 8, 2018 @ 1:00 PM Applications are available at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301 or downloaded from the Lafourche Parish Government website at http://38.106.5.169/home/showdocument?id=278 Applications can be delivered to the attention of Kelli Toups at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301; or mailed to Kelli Toups, P.O. Drawer 5548, Thibodaux, LA 70302.

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Wednesday, March 7, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Legal advertisement TOWN OF GRAND ISLE REGULARLY SCHEDULED TOWN MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 6:00 P.M.

The meeting was called to order by Mayor David Camardelle who led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. Council Member Leoda Bladsacker then followed with a prayer. Roll call was as follows: PRESENT: Council Members – Ray Santiny, Kelly Besson, Jr., Mona Santiny, Brian Barthelemy, Leoda Bladsacker; Police Chief Laine Landry ABSENT: 0 Motion by Council Member Ray Santiny seconded by Council Member Mona Santiny and unanimously agreed to amend the agenda to add the following: 13-A Executive session to discuss personnel matters 6-B A resolution to accept Bertucci Contractor repairs to the Hurricane Protection Levee as final and a resolution authorizing GIS Engineering to proceed with the bidding process for the Town Hall Rehabilitation FEMA Project. Motion by Council Member Kelly Besson, Jr. seconded by Council Member Brian Barthelemy and unanimously agreed to close the agenda as amended. American Legion Commander Jay Lafont was recognized and requested the Council give permission for the American Legion to install some decorative lights at the War Memorial at the Community Center and agree to pay the electrical expense for the lights. His request was granted by a unanimous vote on a joint motion by the Council. C.J. Arnold with Kel-Ar Consulting and presented the Council with a proposal to monitor the calculating and review of the Town’s natural gas rates on a monthly basis at a cost of $375.00 per month. The Council accepted his proposal unanimously on a joint motion. A hearing was held on the following proposed ordinance which will again be heard at the regular meeting of March 13, 2018 at which time it will be eligible for adoption: ORDINANCE NO.____ An ordinance requested by property owner, Sydney Malone, to approve the redivision of Tract 2 (as shown on the redivision of property belonging to Webb Cheramie, map dated July 2, 2013) into Parcel 1, Parcel 2, Parcel 3 and Parcel 4, of Cape Caminada Subdivision, all in accordance with a plan prepared by Charles L. McDonald Land Surveyor, Inc., entitled, “CAPE CAMINADA, BEING THE REDIVISION OF TRACT 2 OF PROPERTY BELONGING TO SYDNEY MALONE, TOWN OF GRAND ISLE, JEFFERSON PARISH, LOUISIANA”, dated 29 NOVEMBER 2017. Police Chief Laine Landry was recognized and gave the police department financial report: Revenue report for all payments from 7/01/2017 to 2/26/2018 totaled $179,121.38. Revenue report for all payments from 1/26/2018 to 2/26/2018 totaled $4,101.50. He requested budget transfers which were approved by the Council as follows: $5,000 for Repair and Maintenance to Vehicles and $500 for Coffee Supplies taken from Vehicles and Equipment, Reducing Vehicles and Equipment by $24,000. He then stated that the resolution coming up for adoption on the purchase of a Boston Whaler Boat ($7,500) for the Police Department will be paid for by Jefferson Parish Councilman Rickey Templet. Joseph Chauvin with GIS Engineering was recognized and reported on the town ongoing projects: He requested that the Council adopt the following resolutions: RESOLUTION NO. 2744

A resolution authorizing the acceptance of final work under contract with Bertuccie Contracting Company, LLC for the 2017 Sand Dune Emergency Repairs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the Town Council of the Town of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that: the contract work of Bertuccie Contracting Company, LLC is hereby accepted as final and complete This resolution was offered jointly by the Town Council. Vote thereon as follows: YEAS: Ray Santiny, Kelly Besson, Jr., Mona Santiny, Brian Barthelemy, Leoda Bladsacker NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 0 This resolution was declared adopted this 27th day of February, 2018. RESOLUTION NO. 2745 A resolution authorizing GIS Engineering, LLC to proceed with the bidding process for the Town Hall Rehabilitation FEMA Project No. PW1746VZ. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the Town Council of the Town of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that: GIS Engineering is hereby authorized and directed to proceed with the bidding process for the Grand Isle Town Hall Rehabilitation FEMA Project No. PW1746VZ. This resolution was offered jointly by the Town Council. Vote thereon as follows: YEAS: Ray Santiny, Kelly Besson, Jr., Mona Santiny, Brian Barthelemy, Leoda Bladsacker NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 0 This resolution was declared adopted this 27th day of February, 2018. Reported that fencing to keep vehicles off the sand dune that was repaired would cost $6,300.00. After a brief discussion it was decided that efforts would be made to acquire cement pilings to keep the vehicles off the levee. He then reported that the sand dune grass planting would start in mid April. He reported that a claim for Hurricane Nate damages of $206,000 would be requested from FEMA. He reported that the Town Hall Historical site needs to be placed on a special list. He will email the information to the Mayor’s secretary. Reported that he was still working on finding the proper sheeting for the Community Center Roof. He then requested that the Council approve a $25,000 amendment to the GIS General Services Engineering Agreement which was jointly agreed upon by the Town Council. Street Supervisor Chris Hernandez reported as follows: 1. (Gas Dept) Five residential gas meters were changed and there were two new installations. 2. Twelve locations were repaired. 2. (Street Dept.) 1. Worked on preparing the baseball field at the Community Center. 2. Completed the drainage work on Margot Lane. 3. Catch basin repaired at the Catholic Church. 4. Usual trash pickup and beach cleaning. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to purchase a new tractor and rake for cleaning the beach at a state contract cost of $75,097.90. Council Member Brian Barthelemy thanked the town crew for a job well done at the baseball field at the Community Center. Lan Tivet was recognized and thanked the Mayor and Council for a job well done with the girl’s baseball field and for the donation for uniforms and other equipment. The following resolutions were jointly offered by the Council: RESOLUTION NO. 2746 A resolution authorizing the Mayor and Chief of Police to sign a Cooperative Agreement with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff for the purchase of a 1996 Boston Whaler boat from the Jefferson Parish Sheriff. WHEREAS, practical considerations necessitate that governmental agencies work together in order to effectuate an effective and efficient public safety protection; and WHEREAS, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff and the Town of Grand Isle wish to provide citizens with an effective and efficient public safety protection by assisting the Town of Grand Isle with the sale of surplus equipment; and WHEREAS, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff has agreed to assist the Town of Grand Isle by providing

was unanimously agreed upon to grant the request of the Grand Isle Community Development Team to use the Community Center for their Easter Sunrise Service in case of bad weather. If weather permits the service will take place on Artie’s Deck. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to grant the request to waive the fees for the Town of Grand Isle Community Fair to use the Community Center for the Blessing of the Fleet Beauty Pageant to be held on March 18, 2018 at 2pm. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to grant the request of the Town of Grand Isle Community Fair to waive all permit and fees for the Grand Isle Blessing of the Fleet and Fair and to sell beer and alcohol at the Tarpon Rodeo Pavilion located on Paul Candies Drive, Grand Isle, LA on April 13-15, 2018. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to approve employee benefits eligibility for town employee Carlos Esponge as of 2/7/18. Council Member Kelly Besson, Jr. requests/reports: 1. Asked about a speed bump on Chighizola near the home of Vera Chighizola. No information was available. 2. Asked to have a ditch cleaned between the homes of Nick Guidry and Rodney Mayeaux at the end of Adam Lane. 3. Asked for “No Dumping” signs near the water department on Birch Lane. Council Member Mona Santiny requests/reports: 1. Asked to have signs removed near the Grand Isle Bridge. Creates a nuisance. Council Member Brian Barthelemy requests/reports: 1. Requested ditch cleaning on Orange Lane. 2. Reported a wire sticking out at the Walnut Levee Crossover. 3. Parks need ant killing chemicals. 4. Need sign on Minnich Lane “No Big Trucks”. 5. Recommended that the quote of Townsend Construction of $2,250 be accepted to repair burnt piling and X-brace on the old fishing pier – approved on a joint motion by the Council. 6. Council Member Leoda Bladsacker requests/reports: 1. Mentioned the Chief’s Easter Egg Hunt on the Saturday before Easter and said to let the grass grow and spray for ants. 2. Brought up the idea to auction off the town owned house on Medical Lane that was given to the Town by Road Home Program. She made a motion which was seconded by Council Member Brian Barthelemy to have the house appraised. Mayor’s report: 1. Stated that the Washington D.C. trip with the Council Members was a great success and reported that HUD has approved for the Town to use the Multiplex Center as a Town Hall and Police Station. He complimented GIS Engineering for developing a convincing package to present to D.C. Officials. 2. Met with Senator Alario for the Town’s Capitol Outlay request. 3. Attended the Mid-Winter Conference in Baton Rouge with Council Member Kelly Besson, Jr. 4. Working for approval with the Grand Isle Independent Levee Board to lease property at Elmer’s Island for and airstrip to promote tourism. 5. Easter egg hunt on March 31, 2018. Mr. Walter Maples was recognized and stated he was disappointed that he has had no response to his request for certain information on the BP Oil spill settlement. The Mayor stated that he had an understanding that a meeting was scheduled between Mr. Maples and the Town Attorney to address Mr. Maples questions. After a brief discussion it was assured that a meeting would be scheduled. At 8:12 p.m. a motion was made by Council Member Leoda Bladsacker seconded by Council Member Mona Santiny and unanimously agreed to convene into executive session to discuss personnel matters. At 8:44 p.m. the regular meeting was re-convened and a motion was made by Council Member Brian Barthelemy and seconded by Council Member Leoda Bladsacker and adjourned at that time.

and selling to it one (1) surplus 1996 Boston Whaler Boat. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of the Town of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that: the Mayor and Chief of Police are hereby authorized to sign a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff for the purchase of a 1996 Boston Whaler Boat, Hull ID No. BWC8C483E696 for the amount of $7,500.00 for the Grand Isle Police Department. Vote thereon as follows: YEAS: Ray Santiny, Kelly Besson, Jr., Mona Santiny, Brian Barthelemy, Leoda Bladsacker NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 0 This resolution was declared adopted this 27th day of February, 2018. RESOLUTION NO. 2747 A resolution authorizing the Mayor and Chief of Police to sign a Cooperative Agreement with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff for the acceptance of a 2009 EZ Loader Boat Trailer boat from the Jefferson Parish Sheriff. WHEREAS, practical considerations necessitate that governmental agencies work together in order to effectuate an effective and efficient public safety protection; and WHEREAS, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff and the Town of Grand Isle wish to provide citizens with an effective and efficient public safety protection by assisting the Town of Grand Isle with the donation of surplus equipment; and WHEREAS, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff has agreed to assist the Town of Grand Isle by donating to it one (1) surplus 2009 EZ Loader Boat Trailer. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of the Town of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that: the Mayor and Chief of Police are hereby authorized to sign a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff for the acceptance of a 2009 EZ Loader Boat Trailer VIN No. 1ZEZACZMX9A062361 for the Grand Isle Police Department. Vote thereon as follows: YEAS: Ray Santiny, Kelly Besson, Jr., Mona Santiny, Brian Barthelemy, Leoda Bladsacker NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 0 This resolution was declared adopted this 27th day of February, 2018. A request from Lew Parks to remove an oak tree on a lot located on at 62 in the Amaris Isle Plantation was tabled until further information is provided concerning replacing other trees according to the Town of Grand Isle Ordinance. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to grant the request of Rosalind Besson to trim some oak tree branches that are damaging her home. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to grant the request of Joy Gravette to trim some oak tree branches that are damaging her home. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to grant the request of Webb Cheramie, Jr. to transplant an oak tree located on 3115 Highway One to 3149 Highway One. A request by Richard Bouterie, Jr. for the Town to revoke and set aside a portion of a dedicated street was tabled until the town could get the opinion and recommendation of the Town Attorney. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to accept the proposal of Cheramie’s Lawn Service of $75.00 per cut of the Ninety West Park and add it to his grass cutting contract with the Town of Grand Isle. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to approve the Pelican Waste & Debris garbage collection increase based on the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) according to the contract between the Town of Grand Isle and Pelican Waste for garbage collection. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to grant the request of the Friends of Grand Isle to use the Multiplex Center on Saturday April 7, 2018 for their annual meeting with the stipulation that they must clean the facility after their meeting. A joint motion by the Council

David J. Camardelle, Mayor Town of Grand Isle ATTESTED: Ray A. Santiny, Town Clerk Town of Grand Isle 3/4/18

Nicholls to be honored by Special Olympics Louisiana

Nicholls coaches, athletes and other students have gone above and beyond in helping Louisiana athletes with disabilities, and for those actions, the university will receive the 2017 Special Olympics Louisiana Outstanding School Award. Nicholls athletic teams and campus organizations have hosted clinics on volleyball, track and field, tennis, flag football, golf and soccer, among others, in recent years for Special Olympics Louisiana athletes. Nicholls will be honored on May 18 at the 2018 State Summer Games award ceremony in Hammond. “We are extremely proud to receive this honor,” Nicholls President Dr. Jay Clune said. “Helping these disabled athletes excel is just another way that Nicholls is serving the community.” Nicholls and McNeese renewed their

Unified Rivalry with a basketball game on Jan. 27 at the Harold Callais Memorial Rec Center. The game featured Special Olympics Louisiana athletes and university student partners. Special Olympics Louisiana is a nonprofit that organizes more than 100 competitions annually with more than 15,000 athletes participating. The organization raised more than $2.8 million last year with the help of more than 18,000 volunteers. “The efforts you exhibit today will benefit those with intellectual disabilities for the future,” said Pat Carpenter Bourgeois, president and CEO of Special Olympics Louisiana. “Special Olympics Louisiana has been proudly serving people for 50 years. We appreciate people like you, who strive to make a positive impact in our community and make a difference, one hour at a time.”

In a move designed to decrease the cost of attendance, Nicholls State University is now offering access to all required books for general education courses for free in Ellender Memorial Library. Nicholls president Dr. Jay Clune emphasized that this is just the first step in a plan to reduce the financial burdens on students and their families. “This initiative provides an opportunity for our students to easily access information directly related to their education,” Dr. Clune said. “I want to thank the staff at Ellender Memorial Library for helping us achieve this goal. I will continue to work with the library staff to make as many of the required books free for our stu-

dents in as many courses as possible.” General Education covers basic English, math, fine arts, humanities, science and social studies. The list of books available in reserves will evolve each semester with the required reading for each course. Previous editions will remain at the library and be available to the students. Funded by the University, books are ready to check out immediately in the reserves section of Ellender Memorial Library, located on the second floor.

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