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Parish proposes report exchange with council

School Board propositions on Saturday’s ballot

Vo t e r s parishwide will decide on four millage renewals Saturday that will help pay for Lafourche Parish Consolidated School District. Proposition 1 is a 10-year, 7.49 mill property tax renewal to be used for the school’s general maintenance. Yearly revenue estimate from this proposition is approximately $7.2 million, beginning with the year 2020 and would remain in effect for a period of ten years, until 2029. Proposition 2 is a 10-year, 7.49 mill property tax renewal to be used for the payment of salaries of teachers and all other employees of the District. Yearly estimated revenue is approximately $7.2 million, beginning in 2020 and would remain in effect until 2029. See Election Page 3-A

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 LAFOURCHE FIRE DISTRICT. #9 6:30 p.m. Gheens Community Ctr. 1428 Hwy. 654 - Gheens LAFOURCHE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 7:00 p.m. 805 E. 7th St. Thibodaux

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By Julia Arenstam Daily Comet Staff Writer

Lockport Mayor Edward Reinhardt visits with a road construction crew recently. Mayor Reinhardt and the town’s administration have been busy getting improvements to many of the town’s streets, sidewalks and drainage ditches. Mayor Reinhardt stated the town was getting ready to start a major drainage project between Catherine and Comeaux streets with construction beginning within a couple of weeks.

Bill requiring restaurants to disclose imported shrimp moving forward

BATON ROUGE - A bill being considered by the Louisiana Legislature would require all food service establishments to tell their customers if they are being served crawfish or shrimp imported from a foreign country. House Bill 335, authored by Jerry “Truck” Gisclair (D-Larose), was approved by the Louisiana House of Representatives Health and Welfare Committee on April 25. According to the bill, “the state recognizes that serious risks to public health may be posed by antibiotics, radiation and numerous toxins found in seafood products … that originate outside the United States.” A 2017 report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office stated that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration only sampled .01 percent of all seafood imports in 2015.

According to the report, about 12.2 percent of the FDA’s drug testing samples for shrimp were found to have the presence of unsafe drug residues. Although foreign shrimp and crawfish from southeast Asia can be purchased cheaper abroad than domestically, the shellfish have been found to contain unsafe levels of illegal antibiotics in the past. Gisclair said he introduced the bill out of concern for the health effects of the shrimp and crawfish being imported. As a consumer, he said he always asks restaurants where their seafood came from. “I have a right to know what I’m putting into my body,” he said. “The hope is to let people know of the health issues involved with imported shrimp.” See Bill Page 3-A

See Parish Page 3-A

Governor announces final funding for three important coastal protection projects

BATON ROUGE — Gov. John Bel Edwards announced the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) is using an innovative financing strategy that will provide $18.5 million to fully fund the Grand Bayou Flood gate, a critical component of the Morganza to the Gulf Hurricane Protection System, fund $35 million for a pump station at the head of Bayou Lafourche, providing fresh water to over 300,000 residents of Assumption, Ascension, Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes and invest $5 million for the Larose to Golden Meadow Hurricane Protection System. The $18.5 million floodgate on See Funding Page 3-A

All-you-can-eat crawfish Saturday

TOWN OF GOLDEN MEADOW 7:00 p.m. 107 Jervis St. Golden Meadow

The Central Lafourche High School Trojan Athletic Association will hold their second annual Crawfish Cook Off at the Lafourche Central Market Pavilion this Saturday. Gates will open at 3 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs as the event features all-you-can-eat crawfish, an auction and band, and refreshments for purchase. Pictured are Maurice Martin and Tod Williams, CLHS Class of 1987 and one of 36 teams that participated, cooking and sampling a batch of crawfish at last year’s event.

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The Lafourche Parish government is proposing an exchange of financial and legislative audit reports prior to Parish Council meetings. Accounting Manager Carrel Hymel presented the quarterly financial report to the Parish Council April 23, detailing the ending revenues for 2018 and some of the first quarter collections for 2019. When Hymel finished his presentation, Councilwoman Luci Sposito asked that in the future all reports be sent electronically to the council before the meeting, so members have time to review them and ask questions. The report is currently presented as a hard copy to the council at the beginning of the meeting. “I’ll send it electronically ahead of time as well,” Hymel told Sposito and the rest of the council Tuesday. However, when Hymel emailed his report to the council Wednesday morning, he said the administration has decided not to supply the report ahead of time, until the council’s legislative auditor agrees to submit his report prior to the meeting.

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Proposition 1 is a 10-year, 7.49 mill property tax renewal to be used for the school’s general maintenance and operation. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR “A” RATED SCHOOL DISTRICT BY VOTING YES!

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Proposition 2 is a 10-year, 7.49 mill property tax renewal to be used for the payment of salaries of teachers and all other employees of the District.

LAFOURCHE PARISH SCHOOLS TAX RENEWALS

Proposition 3 is a 10-year, 7.49 mill property tax to be used for acquiring, constructing, improving, maintaining and operating school buildings (including the cost of operating and maintaining the air-conditioning facilities).

Proposition 4 is a 10-year, 2 mill property tax for additional support for the District’s unfunded obligations for the retired employees of the school system.

THESE ARE NOT NEW TAXES

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South La. Community Orchestra will have concert on Sunday

The South Louisiana Community Orchestra will present a “Cinco de Mayo on da Bayou” concert on Sunday, May 5, beginning at 3 p.m. The concert will be held at First Baptist Church in Houma, 4863 West Park Ave. Price is $10 for adults, and $5 for children 12 and under. ___________________

Free legal service for low-income families

Southeast Louisiana Legal Services will offer free legal services for low-income families on May 6th starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Larose Senior Center, 307 East 5th Street, Larose. For more information call (985) 693-4266. _________________

Grand Isle Car and Bike Show to take place May 4

The 8th Annual Cruising the Beach Grand Isle style car and bike show will be held on Saturday, May 4.

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Girls on the Run Bayou Region is excited to present the Inaugural Trivia Night fundraising event on Saturday, May 4 at the Evergreen Cajun Center. Trivia teams are available for $150 per team, with a six-person team maximum. There are also a limited number of trivia round sponsorships available for local businesses. The funds raised from the event will support scholarship programs for young girls in our community whose families are unable to pay the program fee. The event will feature a half & half cash raffle, a ‘pick your prize’ raffle, concessions for purchase, and a cash prize for the winning team. The event is BYOB. To secure a team or become a sponsor, contact Brandy at 985413-3447. For more information on Girls on the Run Bayou Region Council, visit www.gotrbayouregion.org. __________________

SL Library branch seeking summer interns

The South Lafourche Library is seeking two teen summer interns to assist in its Summer Reading Program beginning May 28. The library branch received a $1,000 grant from the Young Adult Library Services Association that will allow the library to provide each intern with a $500 stipend for 50 hours of work during the summer. Teen interns will assist library staff in implementing STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) and other programs for children, teens, and adults. Interested teens ages 16 to 18 are welcome to apply and can pick up an application at the library, 16241 E. Main Street, in Cut Off. The deadline to submit applications is May 10. Teens can drop off their completed applications to any staff member at the South Lafourche Branch Library. Those teens with questions can contact Branch Manager Tammy Pate at 985-632-7140.

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Last days for St. Vincent De Paul sale

St. Vincent de Paul is conducting a fill a bag for $2 sale. The sale will begin on April 29 and end on May 3. The store is located on 2nd Street, next to Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Larose. __________________

Gulf Coast Baptist Church will have plate lunch fundraiser

Gulf Coast Baptist Church is having a fundraiser lunch on Saturday, May 4th. Pickup is between 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. at 1606 South Bayou Drive, Golden Meadow. The plate lunches are $8 donation and include pulled pork, baked potato, green beans, dessert and drink. _________________

GM First Baptist Church having Tuesday Tea Party

First Baptist Church in Golden Meadow will be having a Women’s Devotional Women’s Tea Party on May 7 from 5 to 6 p.m., with devotional starting at 5:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Christian Life Center at 187 Oakridge Drive, Golden Meadow. __________________

CHF hosting Children’s Pageant

The Cajun Heritage Festival will be hosting a Children’s Pageant on Sunday, May 19 at the Larose Civic Center. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. with pageant starting at 1 p.m. Lunch will be available for purchase. Entry fee is $50, plus an optional photogenic category for a $5 fee. Deadline to register is Friday, May 17. You can register day of event for an additional $10 fee. All winners must be present for crowning on Saturday, June 8. For more information, contact LCC at 693-7355 or Earline at 504-4271994. ___________________

RAD course slated for May in Thib.

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) course on May 13, 14, and 15, at the LPSO Law Enforcement Complex, located at 1300 Lynn Street in Thibodaux. The cost of the course is $10 to cover the cost of course materials. The deadline to register for the class is Friday, May 10, at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Captain Lafate Day at (985) 4494485 or by email at lafate-day@lpso.net.

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Local libraries announce upcoming May events

Summer Reading Program begins May 28: The Lafourche Parish Public Library’s annual Summer Reading Program begins May 28, bringing with it creative and entertaining activities and performances for people of all ages. This year’s program, A Universe of Stories, is spacedthemed and is replete with liveanimal presentations, guest performers, escape room challenges, magic shows, art workshops, story hours, STEAM programming, and more. Remember to sign up early to set your reading goal and to register for those programs with limited space. Pick up a calendar of summer events at your local library branch. Animal Tales returns to Lafourche library branches: Have you ever seen animals in the sky? Join our Animal Tales friends as they present animals that match constellations found in the night sky during Creatures of the Galaxy, a live-animal presentation that will visit the Lafourche Parish Public Library’s three main branches. Programs will be held at 10:30 a.m. on May 30 at the South Lafourche Branch Library; and at 1 p.m. on May 30 at the Lockport Branch Library. Celebrate Mom at the library: All branches of the Lafourche Parish Public Library will host special Mother’s Day programs in May for people of all ages to celebrate Mom. Check out a sampling of Mother’s Day programs at these library branches. Adults can create a wire-wrapped moon pendant symbolizing motherhood in celebration of Astronomy Week and Mother’s Day at 11 a.m. on May 8 at the Gheens Branch Library. People of all ages can make a Mother’s Day craft for Mom using candy bars at 4:30 p.m. on May 10 at the Golden Meadow Branch Library.

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Children and teens can decorate a personalized candle to give to Mom for Mother’s Day at 4 p.m. on May 8 at the Larose Branch Library. Children and teens ages 7 to 17 can celebrate Mom by creating a special card for Mother’s Day at 2 p.m. on May 11 at the Lockport Branch Library. Children can make a special Mother’s Day card u s i n g memories and f o u n d objects at 4 p.m. on May 9 at the Raceland Branch Library. Families are invited to spend some quality time with Mom, Grandma, and any other special woman in their lives at the annual Mother’s Day Tea at 5:30 p.m. on May 9 at the South Lafourche Branch Library. Cake, tea, and other refreshments will be served. Celebrate Police Week at the library: We’re celebrating Police Week at the library. Stop by at your local Lafourche Parish Public Library branch and celebrate, too. Children can enjoy stories about safety and police and make walkie talkies out of recycled materials in celebration of Police Week at 4:30 p.m. on May 14 at the Gheens Branch Library. The Golden Meadow Branch Library will host a special police-themed story hour to celebrate Police Week at 1 p.m. on May 14. Police officers in uniform can drop by the library May 13 through May 17 to receive a

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If his bill were to pass, restaurants would have to either put that its shrimp or crawfish were imported on the menu, on a piece of paper clipped to the menu or on a sign at the entrance. In lieu of those, the server would need to tell customers orally, otherwise it would be a health code violation. Gisclair said his bill has the support of groups such as Louisiana Shrimp Association, American Shrimp Processors Association, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Commission and the fisherman along the coast. But despite the support of those groups and the committee members, Gisclair said it’s still uncertain whether the bill will garner enough votes when it’s introduced on the full House floor in the next two weeks. He said the Louisiana Restaurant Association hasn’t backed the bill and could prevent it from advancing. The Louisiana Restaurant Association is an association that advocates on behalf of its hundreds of members against legislation that it views could hurt the food service industry. In the past, Gisclair’s attempts to push bills that would improve seafood labeling have died in committee. “It remains to be seen what’s going to happen on the House floor,” said Gisclair. “We’re going to work hard to convince 104 others that this bill is good for the people. More than 90 percent of the seafood consumed in the United States is imported from other countries. Shrimp is the leading fresh or frozen product imported to the U.S., accounting for about 33 percent of all seafood imports by weight. The average American eats 4.4 pounds of shrimp annually and a total of 16 pounds of seafood. A full version of HB335 can be found at www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.a spx?s=19RS&b=HB335&sbi=y

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The Lafourche Gazette will publish political announcements for the upcoming October 12 primary election on the front page once at no charge. Please keep announcements brief and to the point with a maximum 400 word count. We reserve the right to edit announcements we deem too lengthy. Qualifying for the October 12 election is August 6-8. The deadline for receiving political announcements is Friday, August 9 at 12-noon. Any announcements received after this date will be charged as advertisement and will not run on the front page. Announcements will be published in the order in which they are received.

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Proposition 3 is also a 10-year, 7.49 mill property tax renewal to be used for acquiring, constructing, improving, maintaining and operating school buildings in the District (including paying the cost of operating and maintaining the air-conditioning facilities) and providing funds to cover the depreciation of this equipment. Yearly revenue estimate is approximately $7.2 million beginning in 2021 and would remain in effect until 2030. Proposition 4 is a 10-year, 2 mill property tax renewal for providing additional support to public elementary and secondary schools in the District, in particular to pay the District’s unfunded obligations for the retired employees of the school system. Yearly revenue estimate is approximately $1.9 million. The tax will begin in 2022 and would remain in effect until 2031. “We are very proud to be the 3rd highest ranked academic school district in the State of Louisiana and attribute this success to the outstanding staff members in all capacities of our district,” said School Superintendent Dr. Louis Voiron at a recent Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce event. “Together, we can all make a difference to improve the lives of children, and in turn, create a bright future for our parish as a whole.” Some voters will also decide on a special tax of 5.24 mills for Fire Protection District No. 2, which covers 68 square miles of Lafourche, for the purpose of acquiring, constructing, maintaining and/or operating fire protection facilities, fire trucks and fire fighting equipment for the District. Yearly estimated revenue from the tax is approximately $367,000, beginning in 2021 and ending in 2030. Lafourche is one of 25 parishes statewide with an election on May 4. Terrebonne Parish has no election on this day. Poles open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. The next statewide election, the Gubernatorial Primary Election, is set for October 12. To view your ballot, visit www.geauxvote. com.

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“After discussing this request with the President he ask that I do not supply the report in advance. I strongly agree with this decision,” the email states. “I find this unfair to request this report ahead of the meeting, although I

think it would make for a better discussion, when the Legislative Auditor does not supply Administration with his report ahead of the meetings.” Council Chairman Noonie Autin said the administration has never asked the council to provide the auditor’s report before a meeting. “This should not be a big deal to turn into an email like this,” Autin said, calling the debate “kindergarten politics.” Autin said he would work with the legislative auditor, Reggie Bagala, to provide the report prior to his presentation. “I don’t see a problem providing it,” he said. “But I don’t like the ‘I’ll give you this if you give me that.’ We should be more professional than this.” “Finance supplying the report prior to the meeting would allow council to formulate questions or even rebut the report presented. Administration and Finance feels we should also have the opportunity to review Legislative Auditors report prior to the presentation for the same reasons. Once Legislative Auditor supplies Administration with their report prior to meeting, Administration will consider doing the same with the Quarterly Finance Report,” the email states. Bagala’s report Tuesday included comments that he completed reviewing all of the purchase orders for 2018 and began reviewing those for this year. He also reported that the parish’s community service calendar listed no events, and that finance and public works reports have not been updated since 2016 and 2017. — Daily Comet Staff Writer Julia Arenstam can be reached at 448-7636 or julia.arenstam @houmatoday.com. Follow her on Twitter at @JuliaArenstam.

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Grand Bayou in Lafourche Parish will close the largest remaining gap in the extensive Morganza to the Gulf system of levees and flood protection structures that span Lafourche and Terrebonne Parishes. “This is what true progress looks like, and this is what is possible when State leaders work in conjunction with parish and levee district leaders,” said Gov. Edwards. “The cooperation that exists between the CPRA and levee districts across political boundaries should serve as a shining example of what can happen when we all work together. It is incredible to see what the partnership of the state and the citizens of Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes have been able to accomplish.” “The Morganza to the Gulf Hurricane Protection System is of utmost importance to the people and leadership of Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes,” said CPRA Chairman Chip Kline. “When federal funding was rejected for the Morganza system, the residents of Lafourche and Terrebonne Parishes put their money where their mouths were and taxed

themselves to get construction started. Because of this local commitment, they have already invested $234 million of local dollars in this critically important system. The State of Louisiana has put up $214 million, and we are adding to that with this crucial $18.5 million project.” The floodgate will be located on Grand Bayou, approximately three miles south of the Bourg-Larose Highway 24, and a quarter-mile north of the Pointe-AuxChenes Wildlife Management Area. “Lafourche Parish has worked hard to try to make this happen, and we thank the governor and CPRA for finally making it a reality,” said Lafourche Parish President and CPRA board member Jimmy Cantrelle. “A chain is only as strong as its weakest link, and a floodgate on Grand Bayou at that location will greatly strengthen the interconnected levees and flood protection structures, including those of South Lafourche.” “It’s been 12 long, difficult years constructing the various components of Morganza to the Gulf, and I would like to thank Gov. John Bel Edwards, CPRA, and all involved in moving it toward being a closed system,” said Terrebonne Parish President Gordon Dove. “We’re all in this together. Even though the floodgate is being built in Lafourche Parish, we’ll be getting added protection in Terrebonne Parish on our eastern side in the Pointe-Aux-Chenes and Bourg communities. It’s a great day for both parishes.” State Representative Truck Gisclair said, “Our State’s investment in the Grand Bayou project is needed to eventually complete the

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last link from the Morganza to the Gulf levee system and South Lafourche’s levee system, providing protection for tens of thousands of residents from Lafourche, Terrebonne Parishes and beyond.” “A new pump station in Donaldsonville will secure the freshwater drinking source for nearly the entire bayou region,” said Ben Malbrough, Executive Director of the Bayou Lafourche Freshwater District. “The pump station, working in conjunction with millions of dollars in bayou improvements over the past few years by the state and locals, will also

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provide much needed fresh water to the marshes and wetlands connected to this critical water artery.” The South Lafourche Levee District will receive an additional $5 million of those freedup dollars this year to bolster protection for the Larose to Golden Meadow Hurricane Protection System. South Lafourche Levee District Executive Director, Windell Curole, said, “From the flood gate to the pump station, to the levee improvements in South Lafourche, all of these things will work in conjunction with each other to better protect our coast.”

Mr. Mark Bourg presented the Cut Off Senior Citizens Center with a check for $700 from Pedestal Bank on April 9. Pictured, from left to right, Deanna B. Rivet (Treasurer for COSC), Mr. Mark Bourg (VP Branch Manager) and Carrie Pitre (Vice-President for COSC).

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Honeysuckle White 85% Fat-Free

16 Oz.

(Family Pack) Fresh Lean

Pork Chops Lb.

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(Family Pack) Lean & Meaty Center Cut Bone-In

Leg Quarters Lb.

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(Family Pack) Fresh Fryer

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CharKing Charcoal

$ 99 7.7 Lb. Bag

Fiora Bath Tissue

$ 99 12 Roll Pack

8 to 16 Oz. Packs

1 Gallon All Flavors

3 $ 10 $ 10 $ 10

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Shurfine Seasoning Blend 10 Oz. Packs

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Totino’s Pizza

9 to 10 Oz. Select Varieties

For

1 $ 10 $ 10

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$ 79

Borden’s Shredded Cheese 8 Oz. Select Varieties

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Yoplait Yogurt

6 Oz. Select Varieties

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Grands Jr. Biscuits

6 Oz. Select Varieties

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$ 49

Shurfine Orange Juice 128 Oz.

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Hi Folks … We want to remind you that throughout our entire store we also have many other specials that are not listed or advertised here! They’re easy to find, just look for the BIG RED “AS ADVERTISED” signs posted throughout the store.

Wednesday, May 1, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

2019 International Biddy AA Champions

Congratulations to the Lockport Biddy 11-12 year old boy’s basketball team who was recently named the 2019 International Biddy AA Champions. The tournament was held April 5th through the 10th in Slidell. It started with pool play on Saturday, April 6th where all 17 teams in the tournament played 3 games in their selected pools. After pool play, each team was placed in either the AAA or AA Championship bracket. Lockport was selected to play in the AA bracket along with Slidell 11s, Finland Blue, South Lafourche, Raceland, Jefferson Parish RD West 11s, Kansas City, Terrebonne 11s, and Finland White. Lockport went on to win all four of their games to take home to the Bayou their first ever International AA Championship. Pictured, top row, from left to right, are Assistant Coach Julius Williams, Shane Williams, Sidney Nelson, Jr., All American Evan Griffin, All American Conner Duplantis, All American Jayden Battles, Tramyrion Smith (JJ), Assistant Coach Gage Griffin, and Head Coach Billy Griffin. Pictured, bottom row, left to right, are Jarvon Williams, All American Keegan Pertuit, Colin Falgout, Payton Robichaux, and Isaiah Williams.

Grafton to serve as 2019 Golden Meadow Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo admiral

Dr. Lee “Bo” Grafton will serve as the Admiral of the 71st Annual Golden Meadow Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo. Dr. Grafton resides in Thibodaux with his wife Becky Aysen Grafton, and their three children, Beau (10), Georgia (8), and Leigh (6). He grew up in Ruston, Louisiana where his passion for hunting and fishing began. Bo has been a part of hosting TV shows for the last 18 years that expresses his love for the great outdoors. In the beginning, the Sportsman’s Paradise, Castin’ Cajun and now Keep on Castin’ features the area’s heritage and culture that is so important to the people in this Region and State. Bo is dedicated to helping others and giving back to his community. He is an active participant in the Wounded War Heroes Foundation and Fishing Rodeo. He also recognizes and supports the service men and women for the sac-

rifices they’ve endured and appreciates the time spent with them during this event. Dr. Grafton is also a lifetime board Dr. Lee Grafton member of the Annual Creole Classic Fishing Rodeo which raises funds to support different non-profit organizations throughout the Parish. Fishing on the Gulf Coast has always held a special place in his heart. The rodeos Bo has fished have provided him, his family and friends with many memories of fun times. Great family fun where memories are made are the best part of rodeo events! Dr. Grafton is deeply honored to serve as the 2019 Admiral of the 71st Annual Golden Meadow Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo to be held on July 4 – 6.

South Lafourche High School senior Abigail Bouzigard (center) is pictured signing a volleyball scholarship to attend Nicholls State University Friday. Pictured seated with Abigail is her dad Bryan and mom Gay Bouzigard. Standing is her brother Austin.

Grand Isle hosting 23rd Speckled Trout Rodeo Memorial Day weekend

The Grand Isle Speckled Trout Rodeo announces their 23rd annual fishing tournament will be held at Bridge Side Marina on May 24th, 25th and 26th. A $20 entry fee includes rodeo cap. Tickets are available at all G.I. marinas. For additional information, visit www.speckledtrout rodeo.org or contact Bridge Side Marina (985) 787-2419 or Bob and Joyce Sevin at (985) 787-2968.

Strike Out Termites this Spring! Call the Terminix Team for a Free Quote.

Dan Foster Coach Seth Billy Foster Terminix of Houma is a proud supporter of Nicholls Athletics.

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

House For Sale: 3 bedrooms, 1 bath; 13396 Hwy 1, Larose; $75,000 FIRM. Call 868-2355. _________________________

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

2 Houses For rent: One 3 bedroom, 2 bath, newly remodeled; large yard; carport; laundry room; appliances included; located on East 75th St; $1300/month, $800/deposit plus utilities. ALSO, House for rent in Cut Off on West Main St., near South Lafourche Bridge; $1200/month, plus utilities and $800/deposit. Call 985-2580243 _________________________ 4 Apts for Rent: Each 2 bedroom; newly remodeled; partially furnished; Cut Off area; FMI Call 665-1220. _________________________ For Rent: One bedroom house; couple or single only. No pets, no smoking. Located between West 136th and 137th St. $500/month, $500/deposit. Call 258-6277. _________________________ For Rent: 2 bedroom, 2 bath trailer in Larose on private lot; $750/month. FMI Call 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________________ For Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath trailer; Larose; $550/ month, water included; Call 985-6861838. Available May 1. _________________________ 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.

House For Rent: 232 East 2nd Street, Larose; 3 bedroom, 1 bath; $900/month, plus deposit; no smoking inside; no pets; appliances included; lawn care provided; large, roomy, very nice and well kept inside; easy walk to Larose Regional Park/ Civic Center; (985) 632-3984 or (985) 696-0825. _________________________

MOTORHOME FOR SALE

2015 Red Hawk by Jayco Class C 31’, sleeps 10 2 slide outs Perfect condition Asking payoff price

Call (985)696-1984

Trailer for Rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath; washer/ dryer and all appliances included; some furniture; 316 East 36th Street; $700/deposit; $700/rent; no pets; 985-691-3052. _________________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath; living room/ kitchen combined; central A/C, heat; laundry room; carport; good neighborhood on private property in Cut Off; Phone: (985) 632-7959 or (985) 856-7495. _________________________ For Rent: Now accepting applications for 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath trailor. Grass cutting service included in rent. Quiet neighborhood. Big yard. Located on Buchannan Street in Larose. $800/month with $650/security deposit. Call 985-677-0606 after 5 p.m. _________________________ For Rent: Single person, studio apt. no pets/ no smoking; background checks; all utilities paid; lawncare provided. $425/month; $425/deposit. Call 985-6377273 or 985-475-7272. _________________________ Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath Apartment for Rent in Cut Off: $850/month with a $750 deposit for an unfurnished apartment. washer/dryer included. Pets welcomed. Call Billat 985-325-5626. Go to coteblancheapartments.com to see pictures. Furnished units available with long term lease.

Trailer For Rent: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms on West 34th Street in Larose. Taking applications, will be available in May; no pets; no smoking; quiet neighborhood; $850 monthly and $850/deposit. Call 985-6377922. _________________________ For Rent: 1 bedroom house for rent in the Larose area for $600. Couples or Singles only, no smoking, or pets. Washer / dryer / dishwasher available. For applications call 693-4335. _________________________ Taking applications for a four bedroom, two bath double wide trailer outside the Lockport city limits. $1000/month, $1000/deposit. No smoking. Pets considered. Contact 985-258-5666. _________________________ 2 Houses for rent: in Galliano, 2 bed, $600/mo and $400/dep.; 4 bedroom, $1,000/mo and $500/dep. Call 475-6386 FMI. _________________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bath; appliances included; $800/month, $500/deposit; 13396 Hwy 1, Larose. Call 985868-2355. _________________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath; washer/ dryer and all appliances included; some furniture; 316 East 36th St.; $700/deposit, $700/rent; no pets; 985-691-3052. _________________________ Small House For Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath; utility room; small shed outside; no smoking/ no pets; proof of income; background check required; West 35th St., Larose; good neighborhood; $650/month, $500/deposit. Call 798-7307, leave message. _________________________ Apt For Rent: furnished; 1 person; Cut Off area; no smoking; no pets; call for application, 985691-6122. _________________________ House For Rent: 2 bedroom on East 135th Street. $550/rent, $450/deposit. Call 985-2911330. _________________________

MERCHANDISE

Peach Trees: for sale! 412 E ast 73rd Place, Cut Off. Call 985-691-9466. _________________________ Four Jeep used M-T Classic lock rims. $200. 15”x8” bolt circles are 5 on 4 ½. Do not have to take the rims off to remove the tires. Have 35x15x12 ½ tires on the rims. Contact 985-8608775. _________________________

NEW LISTING

MLS 152006: This 5500 sqft. 17 room home sits on 2.84 acres of land at 11578 Highway 1 in Larose. It has 7,000 total lsq. ft. and LOTS of extras. It’s priced right at $599,000! Call Lisa Plaisance for a showing!

985-691-4947 200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off 985-325-7107 Since 1916

WANT TO BUY

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 Hwy 1, Cut Off. Call Dallas at 985-677-1061 or Tom at 985227-2470. _________________________

GARAGE SALES

Garage sale/ Moving Sale: 156 St. Pierre Drive, Larose. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, April 25, 26, 27. Everything must go. Lots of collectables and designer clothes, etc. Christmas decorations; prom gowns; lots of new stuff. _________________________ Yard Sale: May 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Thursday through Sunday from 7:00 a.m. till. Located 126 West 225th St. in Golden Meadow. No Early Birds. Lots of everything. _________________________ Garage Sale: Wednesday, May 1 and Thursday, May 2 at East 39th St. Added new items and reduced prices. _________________________ First Time Garage Sale: FOUR families; lots of everything including furniture, clothes of all sizes, shoes of all sizes, appliances, pots and pans, home décor and much more. Thursday and Friday from 7am till at 295 East 75th St. Don’t miss it! _________________________ Yard Sale: 311 East 54th St. on Sat. May 4 from 8am to 4pm. Women and mens clothing, baby girl clothes, books, dvds, furniture. _________________________ Garage Sale: Thursday, May 2 from 8am till at 147 West 54th St., Cut Off. Everything must go, 25¢ _________________________ Yard Sale: Wednesday, May 1 from 8am to 5pm and Thursday, May 2 from 8am to 2pm at 193 East 16th St, Larose. Few old things with reduced prices. Lots of new items and clothes have been put out. Don’t miss out on the new things out. Nice clothes, knick knacks, glassware, recliner, love seat. Great items to see. _________________________ Garage Sale: May 2, Thursday from 8 to 3 at 143 Oak D in Larose. Also antique piano. _________________________ Carport Sale: May 3 from 7am to 1pm and May 4 from 7am to 12pm at 251 Bayou Crossing, by Mathews bridge. Vintage bedroom set, king size bed, clothes, shoes, dishes, knick knacks, and more. Great prices. _________________________ Garage Sale: 8am til at 120 East 141st St., Galliano. Thursday, May 2. Men and womens clothes, tools, etc. lots of everything. Boat anchors, DOT chains and binders. _________________________ Garage Sale: Friday, May 3 at 104 West 13th St from 8am to 4pm. _________________________ Garage Sale: 104 East 16th St., May 2 and 3 from 6:30 am til. Early birds welcomed on Wed. May 1 from 5:30 to 7pm. _________________________ Garage Sale: 446 East 74 St., Thursday, May 2 at 8am til. Barbie dolls, movies, cookbooks, cd’s. _________________________

HELP WANTED

A C Marine, Inc. is currently accepting applications for 100 Ton Inland Captain. Benefits offered; must have towing endorsement, TWIC card and be able to pass a drug screen. FMI call 985-637-2482. _________________________ B & B Hardware is looking for a salesclerk and shop maintenance warehouse worker. Apply within at West 17th St. in Larose. _________________________

REDUCED PRICE!

MLS: 117912

This 10,731 sqft building in the heart of Lockport sits right off LA Hwy. 1 in a heavy traffic area. Building sits on an 81’x235’ tract of land and offers lots of parking space.

The motivated seller has reduced the price drastically to $316,500.

MOTIVATED SELLER!

Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

985-691-3873 Since 1916

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

Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ Attention: Are you a go getter looking for a rewarding career? Do you have automotive experience? Do you wish to be a part of a locally owned and operated environment where you can thrive and grow? If you said YES to the above, we want to hear from you! Lafourche Ford Lincoln is looking for Sales Professionals NOW! Please send your resume with “SALES PROFESSIONAL” in the subject line to ravet@lafourchemotors.com to schedule an interview. _________________________ SBL Construction is hiring drivers. CDL Class B with air brakes. FMI call Frank @985665-1220. _________________________ Navigator/Surveyor Wanted for work on Trawl Boat. Must be familiar with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Navigation experiences a plus, but not required. Contact B & J Martin, Inc. at 985-6322727. Email resume to navigation@bjmartininc.com. _________________________ Experienced Driver Needed, Class B, 22ft mini float and Class A, 40ft mini float. Hazmat a plus, but not required. Call 985-278-8457. _________________________ Cheramie Lawn Care and Landscaping hiring 2 full time positions. Must be able to pass drug screen and have a valid drivers license.Contact Bryan Cheramie at 985-696-5550. _________________________ K-Mar Supply Fourchon location is now accepting applications for all positions full time. Candidate must be a fast learner, can multi-task and selfmotivated. Apply in person @ 654 A.O. Rappelet Road, Fourchon, La 70357. NAPA, Next door to Kajun Truck Stop. No phone calls please. MUST SPEAK ENGLISH. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must meet TWIC Card requirements. Transportation available (to and from work) from our Cut Off location. _________________________ The Greater Lafourche Port Commission will accept applications for SIX summer roustabout positions. Eligible applicants must be registered college students and must complete a job application. Roustabout applicants must be able to conduct physical labor and must pass a drug screen test and physical exam. Applications will be accepted until Monday, May 6th during regular office hours at the Commission office, 16829 East Main, Cut Off, LA. FOUR of the roustabout applicants will be selected by a drawing from all approved applicants at the Commission office on May 8th. Alternates will also be selected. Maintenance personnel will select TWO roustabout applicants who worked the previous year. Applicants must provide proof of registration to a collegiate school. Preference shall be given to residents of the 10th Ward of Lafourche Parish. Applications can be found on the Port website at www.portfourchon.com under News & Events>Employment Opportunities and at the GLPC office. The GLPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. _________________________ K-Mar Supply Fourchon Location is now accepting applications for Full Time Office Assistant. Candidate must be a fast learner, can multi-task and be self-motivated. Job duties include (but not limited to): Filing, computer data entry, balancing cash boxes, processing invoices, accounts receivables, answering multi-phone system and emails. Computer experience is a must. Apply in person @654 A.O. Rappelet Road, Fourchon, LA 70357. NAPA, Next door to Kajun Truck Stop. No phone calls please. MUST SPEAK ENGLISH _________________________ United Community Bank is looking for an experience Teller at our Larose location. Full time position with excellent benefits. Email your resume” with cover letter to hr@ucbanking.com. _________________________ Help Wanted: Louisiana Dried Shrimp Co is looking to hire motivated individuals able to lift at least 30 lbs. Apply in person at 605 N. Bayou Drive, Golden Meadow. Must be able to pass a drug screen. _________________________

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

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Help Wanted: Griffin’s Marina is now accepting applications for Deli department. Apply in person only at 24215 Hwy 1 in Leeville. _________________________ Experienced dump truck drivers wanted. Contact Penny at Bayou Construction and Trucking Co. 985-278-0122. _________________________ Now Hiring: Groundskeeper and Maintenance at Best Western Isabelle Court. Candidate must have transportation. Experience is a plus. Please apply in person at 17026 Hwy 3235, Galliano. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Positive attitude is necessary. _________________________

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. _________________________ 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. NOW ACCEPTING CREDIT CARDS!

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. _________________________ TRI-PARISH PAINTERS, LLC 985-258-6067 Professional Interior & Exterior Painting & Staining Services. Now offering pressure washing. Special projects welcomed! Professional in-house artist with over 40 years of experience. Ralf & Mary Cheramie, Owners & Operators. Call for your free estimate today!

Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-637-6279. _________________________ Melancon’s Carpentry: 25 Plus years exp. Honest tradesman. Cabinetry; finish work; frame work; etc. Remodeling or new projects. Call 985-6964157. _________________________ Glider Painting Licensed & Insured. Interior & Exterior. Free Estimates. Drywall Hanging, Texturing, Acoustic Ceiling Removal, Baseboards, Crown Molding, Remodeles, Pressure Washing, Concrete Slabs and Driveways. Phone 985-3875012.

Embroidery Machine For Sale Brother Persona PRS100

Single Needle Embroidery Like New!

Comes with thousands of embroidery designs, stabilizers, thread, laptop computer and 2 embroidery programs. Asking $5,500.

FMI Call 337-207-3188 or 985-696-5843

Need a Plumber? A.S.I. PLUMBING LLC Better Business Bureau Accredited with 9 years of experience in residential, commercial, new construction, remodels and repairs. We specialize in service calls including drain cleaning, repair/ replace plumbing fixtures, water, gas and drain line install/repair. We provide professional services at reasonable rates. Cards accepted. License LMP #7403. Call for your free quote: 985278-7925.

B.U.D.S: Car detailing services available by appointment only. Best rates in town! References and testimony’s available upon request. Please give us a call at 985-278-5792 for your quote! _________________________ Evans Concrete Construction: House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-677-2959 _________________________ Curry’s Tree Service: Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________________ Pitre’s Pressure Washing and Inflatable Rentals Free Estimates. Free delivery and set up. Call 985-213-8035 or 985-278-9583. Look us up on Facebook. _________________________ Low Cost Lawn Care and Pressure Washing. Free Estimates. Call Raymond at 985258-8577. _________________________ C&C Laundromat, Inc. Open 24/7. Highway 3235, Galliano. 985-637-9767. _________________________

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. _________________________

ANIMALS

Free Kittens to a good home. Call 985-677-4279. _________________________

OBITUARIES

MABEL T. LEBLANC

Mabel T. LeBlanc, 101, a native of Delta Farms and resident of Larose passed away on Friday, April 26, 2019. Visitation will be held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church on Monday, April 29th from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Mabel is survived by her son, Ted (Dee Ann) Trosclair; granddaughters, Lynn Braud and Lacy Trosclair; and brothers, Nolan Trosclair and Larry Trosclair. Mrs. Mabel was preceded in death by her husbands, 1st Irwin Orgeron and 2nd Roy LeBlanc; parents, Albert and Ida Trosclair; brothers, Claude Trosclair, Irwin “Crip” Trosclair and Dudley Trosclair; and sisters, Rena Cheramie and Audrey Savoie. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. __________________

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OBITUARIES

JOYCE MILLER

Joyce Ann Stevens Miller, age 78, passed away on Sunday, April 28 in New Roads, LA. She was born on July 14, 1940 in Lockport, LA and has been a resident of Ventress, LA for the past several years. She is survived by her devoted husband of 55 years, Joseph Sidney Miller Jr.; her children, Becky (Larry Vaught), Steven (Ann), Michael (Rachael), Jessica Ougel, Josh (Leah), Jan Morvant (Troy), and Joey Miller Webster (Eric); her grandchildren, Randi Bonvillian, Cade and Carly Brown, Emma and Jack Miller, Ashton Billiot, Ryan Miller, Tyler and Garrett Ougel, Chandler Vedros, Cameron and Brynn Miller, and Maya Miller Webster; her siblings, Sandie Petit (Todd), Paul Stevens, and Ricky Stevens (Lisa); as well as extended family members, Lance “Hap” Ougel and Starr Kern. She was preceded in death by her parents, Austin and Leoncia Breaux Stevens; her sisters, Sylvia Theriot and Janet Stevens; her sister-in-law, Cindy Stevens; and her in-laws, Sidney Sr., and Martha Becnel Miller. Joyce was a teacher at Holy Savior Catholic School in Lockport, LA for over 25 years, followed by a second career as an LPN in Mathews, LA. She had a knack for bringing out a smile in everyone she met, everywhere she went. She enjoyed photography, traveling, writing in her journal, word puzzles, and—most of all—her family. The family would like to give special thanks to Teresa Fields for her kindness and assistance to Joyce and Sid over the past few years. Viewing will be held at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport, LA on May 2, 2019 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Reserved viewing for immediate family will be from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. A mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., interment to follow at Holy Savior mausoleum. Memorial contributions can be made in Joyce’s name to the charity of your choice. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Obituaries may be viewed online at www.tlg newspaper.com

JESSY GUIDRY

Jessy Micheal Guidry, 29, a native of Galliano, La. and resident of Larose, La. passed away on Sunday April 28, 2019. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 1, 2019 from 4:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off, La. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. at SamartMothe Funeral in Cut Off, LA. Jessy is survived by his wife, Randi Hebert; brother, Ronnie J. (Jessica Dupre) Guidry; grandparents, Ulysses Guidry and Margie Guidry, and Delphine Terrebonne; godchild, Celis Borne; godparents, Leonard (Sprite) Guidry, Shondell (Timmy) Griffin; daughter, Karah; aunt, Kimberlee (Ryan) Vincent, Rhonda (Berwick) Cheramie; In-Laws, Randy Hebert and Linda Hebert. Jessy is preceded in death by his parents, Andy J. Guidry and Lettie Cheramie Guidry; grandmother, Geraldine Cheramie; brother, Dax Paul Guidry; and uncle, Randy Guidry. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Mississippi counts 75 tornadoes for year, 43 for April 18

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — With three more tornadoes confirmed Friday from an April 18 outbreak, the National Weather Service now says 43 tornadoes hit Mississippi that day, and 75 for the year. The one-day amount alone equals Mississippi’s annual average of 43 tornadoes during the years 1991 through 2010. The most tornadoes ever recorded in a single year in the state were 109 in 2008. Central Mississippi’s status as the nation’s tornado capital is not new. Over 10 years beginning in 2009 and ending in 2018, the Jackson office issued 1,033 tornado warnings. That’s more than 200 more than the second-highest office in Slidell. That office covers southeast Louisiana and the southern fringes of Mississippi. ___

Nicholls State to create new coastal studies center

MEMORIALS Mother’s Day

Honor your deceased mother affectionately on Mother’s Day in the Lafourche Gazette’s Mother’s Day edition to run Sunday, May 12th. To place your memorial, visit the Gazette office at 12958 E. Main St. in Larose, or email news@tlgnewspaper.com, or call 693-7229 for more information. Deadline is Thursday, May 9th at 10 a.m.

THIBODAUX, La. (AP) — Nicholls State is creating a new coastal studies center. The Courier reports the center will focus its studies on the Terrebonne and Atchafalaya basins, creating models to aid coastal protection projects in the region. Gov. John Bel Edwards, Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority head Chip Kline and Nicholls President Jay Clune signed a memorandum of understanding to make the newly formed partnership official. Clune says the partnership is “vitally important” as Nicholls’ student body largely comes from Houma, Raceland and Grand Isle areas that are in jeopardy due to land loss and coastal erosion issues. No timeline for the creation of the center has been provided.

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

APRIL 25, 2019 Golden Meadow Police Department Zolton Adams, 18, Larose. Contempt of court (6 cts); driving on roadway laned for traffic; no drivers license. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Randy Boudreaux, 57, Lockport. 2nd degree battery. Brison Bourg, 21, Lockport. Armed robbery. Michael Graham, 41, Raceland. Domestic abuse battery. Blake Hernandez, 28, Larose. Domestic abuse battery; violation of protective orders. Bryan Lovell, 35, Gray. Theft (2 cts). Angela Plaisance, 29, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts). Nathaniel Sherman, 21, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery. Kyle Trosclair, 35, Thibodaux. Simple criminal damage to property. Lockport Police Department Felix Guidroz, 40, Lockport. Contempt of court. Jason Landry, 26, Lockport. Disturbing the peace; simple obstruction of a highway commerce. Thibodaux Police Department Denzel Harris, 21, Thibodaux. Illegal carrying of weapons; possession of firearm/ carry concealed weapon by convicted felon. APRIL 26, 2019 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Andre Brown, 30, New Orleans. Simple criminal damage to property. John Cheramie, 47, Lockport. Violation of protective orders. Damion Daggs, 27, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Sterling Guidry, 49, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Blake Hernandez, 28, Larose. Violation of protective orders. Felicia Jones, 50, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Joey Lemaire, 41, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Drew Loupe, 27, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Rashon Maize, 22, Thibodaux. Simple criminal damage to property. Wanda Plaisance, 49, Galliano. Sale, distribution or possession of legend drug without prescription or order prohibited;

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prohibited acts-sch.II; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession of methamphetamine. Johanna Prejeant, 43, Raceland. Resisting an officer; simple battery to the infirm (2 cts). Valley Quiroz, 41, Gray. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Trent Barrilleaux, 32, Thibodaux. Possession of methamphetamine; unlawful presence of a sex offender. Brandy Griffin, 31, Houma. Contempt of court. Clinton Keplinger, 28, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery; prohibited acts generally drug paraphernalia; resisting an officer. Tavarionna Robertson, 21, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery of a pregnant victim with child endangerment. Kalli Smith, 20, Chauvin. Contempt of court. Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Drew Loupe, 27, Thibodaux. Possession of marijuana (1st); possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession of oxycodone; possession of mdma; possession of crack cocaine. Louisiana State Police Alces Vizier, 53, Larose. Driving on roadway laned for traffic; operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Chad Jones, 42, Houma. Failure to drive on right side of road; DWI (1st); simple assault. APRIL 27, 2019 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Amy Christen, 44, Golden Meadow. Operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses. Geoffrey Galliano, 33, Larose. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; sale, distribution, or possession of legend drug without prescription or order prohibited; possession of methamphetamine; failure to display license plate. Patrick Billiot, 34, Golden meadow. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Dustin Becker, 30, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation with child endangerment. Sharnae Every, 24, Thibo-

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daux. Resisting an officer; handicapped parking zone; leaving children unattended and unsupervised in motor vehicles; fugitive (2 cts). Leondre Holmes, 21, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment; simple criminal damage to property. Louisiana State Police Jose Castellanos, 26, Houma. DWI (3rd); driver must be licensed. Richard Sam, 31, Houma. Headlights required; DWI (1st); driver must be licensed. APRIL 28, 2019 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Antoinette Bruce, 57, Cut Off. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession of methamphetamine; prohibited acts, sch. IV; possession of marijuana (1st); sale, distribution, or possession of legend drug without prescription or order prohibited; prohibited acts, sch. II; possession of xanax. Travis Chiasson, 30, Raceland. DWI (2nd); driving on roadway laned for traffic. Dustin Domingue, 22, Thibodaux. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession of heroin. Agnes Sims, 50, Houma. Fugitive. Joseph Vanderpoool,25, Houma. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; driving on roadway laned for traffic; operating a vehicle while intoxicated; possession of heroin. Sebastian Vizier, 21, Larose. Simple criminal damage to property; violation of protective orders. Thibodaux Police Department Jovon Allen, 20, Thibodaux. Simple battery. Devante Chatman, 23, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery. Joneka Lee, 24, Thibodaux. Theft generally; contempt of court. Joniece Lee, 25, Thibodaux. Theft generally. Louisiana State Police Kelsey Broussard, 26, Galliano. Driving on roadway laned for traffic; operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Peter Cassagne, 37, Westwego. DWI (1st); driving on roadway laned for traffic.

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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GRAND ISLE PORT COMMISSION (herein referred to as the “Owner”) Sealed bids marked “Sealed Bid – Grand Isle Port Commission Pier and Bulkhead Repair” will be received at the Grand Isle Port Commission office located at 2757 LA 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358. Bids shall be addressed to the Grand Isle Port Commission and delivered to the GrandIsle Port Commission office located at 2757 LA 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358 no later than 12:00 P.M. local time on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. Sealed bids to be marked “Sealed Bid – Grand Isle Port Commission Pier and Bulkhead Repair. Any bid received after the specified time and date will not be considered. The sealed bids will be publically opened and read aloud at 12:00 P.M. local time on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Grand Isle Port Commission office located at 2757 LA 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358 The information for Bidders, Form of Bid Proposal, Form of Contract, Plans, Specifications, and Forms of Bid Bond, Performance Bond and Payment Bond, and other contract documents may be examined at the office of Professional EnEnvironmental gineering and Consultants, Inc., 1065 Muller Parkway, Suite B, Westwego, LA 70094,(504)347-1900 (Engineer) (mo@peecinc.com), and are open for public inspection between the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A set of such documents may be obtained from the Engineers by prospective bidders upon payment of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($150.00) deposit. This deposit will be refunded upon request in accordance with R.S. 38:2212. An electronic set of Contract Documents, Technical Specifications and Drawings may be obtained by submitting a request to mo@peecinc.com. All questions must be submitted in writing by email to mo@peecinc.com. Each Bidder must deposit with his/her bid, security in the amount, formand subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appearasacceptable on the U.S. Department of Treasury Circular 570. No bid may be withdrawn for at least forty-five (45) days after scheduled closing time for receipt of bids. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. Such actions will be in accordance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. All bidders must sign: (1) the Bid; (2) Certificate of Corporate Principal and Surety; (3) any Addenda issued; and (4) Bid Bond which MUST always accompany the bid in the correct amount. A Corporate Resolution authorizing a representative of the corporation to sign the bid MUST accompany the bid, if the bidder is a corporation. A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, May 3, 2019, at the Grand Isle Port Commission office located at 2757 LA 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358. Attendance of the Pre-Bid Conference is mandatory. The Contractor shall begin mobilization and procurement of materials within ten (10) working days of receipt of the Notice to Proceed. The Attention of Bidders is called particularly to the requirements for conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract, Section 3, Segregated Facilities, Section 109, Executive Order 11246, and all applicable laws and regulations of the Federal Government and State of Louisiana and bonding and insurance requirements. The successful bidder will be required to execute the OWNER’S Standard Form of Agreement/Contract for construction together with the Performance and Payment Bonds within ten (10) working days after

normal award of contract. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the GRAND ISLE PORT COMISSION AT 985-7872229 no later than seven (7) days prior to bid opening. The OWNER hereby notifies all bidders that in regard to any contract entered into pursuant to this Advertisement, that Minority Business Enterprises will be afforded equal opportunity to submit offers in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin or disability in consideration for an award. IN PARTICULAR, BIDDERS SHOULD NOTE THE REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS AND CERTIFICATIONS TO BE EXECUTED AND SUBMITTED WITH THE BID PROPOSAL. April 17, 2019 April 24, 2019 May 1, 2019

Legal advertisement OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION March 13, 2019

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in regular session on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at 10:30AM at the Administration Office 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, LA 70345. President Cheramie called the meeting to order and Secretary P. Gisclair then called roll. ATTENDED: Harris Cheramie, Jr., Perry Gisclair, Jimmy Lafont, Rodney Gisclair, Curtis Pierce, Larry Griffin, John Melancon, Jr., Mike Callais, and Kris Callais ABSENT: None Upon motion by Griffin second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the minutes for February 13, 2019 regular meeting. Executive Director’s Report Northern Expansion - Engineer Joe Picciola reported Magnolia Dredge & Dock is complete with the punch list items for Slip C 1671’ East Sweep Dredging. The clear lien certificate and retainage payment is on the agenda today. Engineer Larry Picciola reported the Minor Cheramie Sr. Road Paving project is being advertised with the pre-bid meeting on March 20th and the bid opening scheduled for April 2nd. Airport Projects - Davie Breaux reported in February the aircraft operations were 1,550, with 8,402 passengers, and 18,127 vehicles. He stated that Duplantis Design Group sent FAA the Airfield Drainage Improvements plans. We are waiting feedback from FAA to move forward. Executive Director Chett Chiasson reported the Runway Approach Easement proposal for an agreement was submitted to the landowner for the tree cutting. We are waiting a response. Engineer Joe Picciola reported on the Airport Road Culvert Improvements project. Byron E. Talbot Contractors completed the installation of the box culverts. They are now working on patching and overlaying the roadway. They should be complete in a couple of days weather permitted. Engineer Joe Picciola reported Beverly Construction is substantially complete as of Monday, March 11th for the Parish’s LA 308 Airport Access Improvements project. They are doing the final site cleanup and grass seeding on the shoulders. Other Projects – Engineer Joe Picciola reported Byron E. Talbot Contractor is doing the embankment and dirt work for the South Lafourche Levee District’s LA 1 Re-Alignment and Flood Wall. They plan to move in the crane in the next few weeks for the pile foundation. The traffic is moving along well. Dustin Malbrough with GIS Engineering reported the Section 203 Feasibility Study first phase of review ends this week. Chiasson and Phil Bangart

have meetings scheduled next week in DC to discuss the next steps. We will be ready to address comments when the review phase is complete. Chiasson stated the review period is 120 days. Melancon questioned if we received any feedback since they received the package, which Malbrough replied the only feedback we received is that they sent it down the chains. We will follow-up with them next week while in DC. Engineer John Plaisance reported the Nerby Collins Marina Boat Lift Extension is in the lien period. Engineer John Plaisance reported there is a change order on the agenda for the Public Boat Launch Pavilion Bulkhead Repairs. Chiasson stated the new contract price is $87,905.00 for upgrades to the boat launch. April Danos reported the CCTV Slip B Camera and Equipment project is moving forward with installation scheduled for March 18th. Danos reported we are working on a design for the new Belle Pass Tower upgrades. Chiasson reported the Corps of Engineers has 3 work days remaining to complete the dredging of Belle Pass. They have 1500 linear feet of the channel left to dredge. It is nearing completion and he looks forward to seeing post dredge surveys. Chiasson then thanked Senator Norby Chabert, Representative Jerry Gisclair, Lafourche Assessor Wendy Thibodeaux, Parish Councilmen Daniel Lorraine, and Parish Councilwoman Luci Sposito for being here today. Update from Scott Angelle, Director of Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) – Angelle addressed the board and acknowledged the importance of this Port Commission to America. He stated it is a new day in America and offshore matters. It starts with the Executive Order 13795 that the President has signed implementing an America First Offshore Energy Strategy. “It shall be the policy of the United States to encourage energy exploration and production, including on the Outer Continental Shelf, in order to maintain the Nation’s position as a global energy leader and foster energy security and resilience for the benefit of the American people, while ensuring that any such activity is safe and environmentally responsible.” He stated that you all know this because the people that work offshore are your neighbors, friends, and people that you see in the community and we never want to sacrifice the safety of these men and women. We can do both. Last year we had the highest production we ever had and one of our safest years. We can do two things at one time. Some offshore contributions are as follows: products used offshore are produced in 47 states, produces 315,000 jobs; 88% of Gulf oil is from Deepwater, and two decades ago only 50% was from Deepwater. We are going longer, stronger, deeper, and more complex. It is not about energy production or safe operations or environmental sustainability, we can do it all. Angelle stated a few facts are as follows: one in every 5 barrels of oil produced in America comes from offshore. We have 4 oceans in America and the smallest of them is the Gulf of Mexico which is responsible for 99% of oil production offshore. In 2017 it took 11 facilities to make up half the production in the gulf. In 2007 it took 37 facilities to make up half the oil production in the gulf. In 2018, there was a 45% increase in applications for permits to drill in the gulf. We have two different Gulf of Mexico’s we have Shallow Water vs. Deepwater. Shallow water production began 70 years ago, mostly gas, 50,000 wells drilled, 61% decrease in producing wells in last 20 years, oil production down 77% in 20 years, gas production down 92% in 20 years, and it is a “rabbit-size” prize. The Deepwater production began 45 years ago, mostly oil, 5,000 wells drilled, 73% increase in producing wells in 20 years, oil production up 198% in 20 years, gas production flat, and is an “elephant-size” prize. The Gulf of Mexico is changing with over the last 10 years we’ve witnessed a 54% reduction in the num-

ber of producing platforms, yet in the last 10 years saw a 30% increase in production. The conclusion is bigger, fewer, deeper, and more complex. Clearly it is not our grandfather’s world, investors are willing to take risk and have more options with the other countries competing with us. We may not be the only game in town, but we can be the best game in town. In regard to energy dominance, we grew up in a time of energy independence. We had 6 recessions in this country since 1973 and everyone one was preceded by a spike in energy prices. Our 6 steps to energy dominance are as follows: safety and environment, access to the resources, regulatory and process reform, competitive royalty rates, engagement, and tax reform. He then presented several graphs that show the injuries and incidents offshore were lower than onshore, mining, construction and industry wide injuries. Angelle then reported BSEE was tasked with reviewing the regulations to find any rule that is overly burdensome. He stated that 81 of the 484 provisions in the Production Safety Systems Rule were revised (16%) and 3 were removed. 59 of 342 provisions of the Draft Well Control Rule were revised (18%). He stated with this review they did not ignore or contradict the 424 recommendations made from the 14 organizations after the Deepwater Horizon incident. Angelle then presented a list of engagement companies of producers, drilling contractors, services providers, and stakeholders. Tax Reform was passed on December 22, 2017 a fairer and more competitive tax system that will unleash economic growth in our nation, creating jobs, and spurring investments. He stated the Gulf of Mexico is a mixed bag with different headlines “Shell is selling off some of its Gulf of Mexico Assets”, “Oil production in the Gulf of Mexico begins to recover”, and “Deepwater’s Happy Days Almost Here Again”. Angelle then stated he instituted a measure of vital statistics which are key data points that BSEE uses for assessing progress and impact in key program areas. He announced that the LA 1 toll bridge traffic counts are now part of a list of vital statistics to help inform our government on the activity levels. Cheramie thanked him for the presentation. Angelle thanked the board for the work they do for the country. With no public comment, the board moved the committee reports. Committee Reports Executive Committee - The committee met February 27th in Fourchon present were Cheramie, R. Gisclair, P. Gisclair, and Melancon. They also met March 11th in Cut Off with all members present. Chairman Cheramie presented for the board’s consideration the appointment for South Lafourche Beachfront Development District. Director Chiasson stated we received 2 applicants Jared Galjour and Shane Terrebonne. Pierce made a motion to nominate Jared Galjour for the appointment and if for some reason Galjour can’t accept the nomination he would like Shane Terrebonne as the alternate. The motion was second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously appointed Jared Galjour as the appointment for the South Lafourche Beachfront Development District with the alternate being Shane Terrebonne. Upon motion by R. Gisclair second by Pierce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the request from Seacor Marine to extend for one year the short-term mooring agreement in Flotation Canal for staging 2 liftboats. Upon motion by M. Callais second by K. Callais, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the advertisement for summer employment to hire 6 roustabout workers. The deadline to submit applications will be Monday, May 6th and the board will pull names at the board meeting on Wednesday, May 8th. The only change from last year is preference shall be given to residents of the 10th ward of Lafourche

Parish. Permits & Waterways Committee – The committee met February 27th in Fourchon present were P. Gisclair, Pierce, Lafont and Cheramie. They also met March 11th in Cut Off with all members present. Chairman P. Gisclair presented for the board’s review the permits from Energy Quest II, LLC and LLOX, LLC. Construction and Development Committee – The committee met February 27th in Fourchon present were Griffin, K. Callais, Lafont, and Cheramie. They also met March 11th in Cut Off with all members present. Upon motion by P. Gisclair second by Lafont, with no public comment, the board unanimously adopted the DOTD Resolution Accepting the Work from Magnolia Dredge & Dock for the Slip C 1671’ Sweep Dredging. Chiasson stated the project totaled $936,882.31 with $767,441.16 paid by DOTD Port Priority Program funds. Upon motion by Pierce second by M. Callais, with no public comment, the board unanimously accepted the Clear Lien Certificate from Magnolia Dredge & Dock for Slip C 1671’ East Sweep Dredging project. Upon motion by K. Callais second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved Change Order No. 2 from Plaisance Dragline & Dredge for the Public Boat Launch Pavilion Bulkhead Repairs and Awning Removal an increase of $5,075 and 7 additional days for a total contract price of $87,905.00. Upon motion by P. Gisclair second by R. Gisclair, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Substantial Completion Certificate dated February 22, 2019 from Plaisance Dragline & Dredge for the Public Boat Launch Pavilion Bulkhead Repairs and Awning Removal. Finance Committee – The committee met February 27th in Fourchon present were Melancon, R. Gisclair, M. Callais, and Cheramie. They also met March 11th in Cut Off with all members present. Upon motion by Melancon second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved payment of February 2019 invoices and recognized expenditures over $10,000 which total $2,720,666.72. Upon motion by Melancon second by M. Callais, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for 2018 audit. Upon motion by Melancon

second by R. Gisclair, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the out of state travel requests from Chett Chiasson, Davie Breaux, and Thad Angelloz to attend the 2019 Offshore Technology Conference in Texas May 6th – 9th, Chett Chiasson, Perry Gisclair, Rodney Gisclair, and Curtis Pierce to attend the GPAA Spring Meeting in Alabama May 1st – 3rd, and April Danos to attend the AAPA Port Security Conference in Pennsylvania July 23rd – 26th. Upon motion by P. Gisclair second by Pierce, the board adjourned the meeting at 11:21 AM. ATTEST: Harris J. Cheramie, Jr., President Perry Gisclair, Secretary 5/1/19

Legal advertisement OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION March 27, 2019

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in special session on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the Operations Center 180 A.O. Rappelet Road in Port Fourchon, LA. President Cheramie called the meeting to order and Secretary P. Gisclair then called roll. ATTENDED: Harris Cheramie, Jr., Perry Gisclair, Jimmy Lafont, Rodney Gisclair, Curtis Pierce, Larry Griffin, John Melancon, Jr., Mike Callais, and Kris Callais ABSENT: None President Cheramie opened the floor for any public comment, being none, he presented for the board’s consideration to adopt the DOTD resolution requesting authority to advertise Northern Expansion Phase II Slip C Part 2 Bulkhead project. Upon motion by Melancon second by P. Gisclair, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved adopting the DOTD resolution requesting authority to advertise. Upon motion by P. Gisclair second by K. Callais, the board adjourned the special meeting at 11:03 AM. ATTEST: Harris J. Cheramie, Jr., President Perry Gisclair, Secretary 5/1/19

Sheriff’s Office to hold concealed handgun training course May 25

A Concealed Handgun Training Course will be held on Saturday, May 25, at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office 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 prerequisite for those applying for a Concealed

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