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Government to honor victims of 1887 massacre of blacks

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One hundred and thirty years after white mobs massacred black laborers and their families to end a sugar strike, a Louisiana parish government is expected to approve a resolution to mark the attack’s anniversary and honor its victims. John DeSantis, who wrote a book about the incident, says he recently learned that the resolution was on the Lafourche Parish Council agenda Tuesday evening in Thibodaux. The resolution requests a moment of silence at noon Nov. 23 in memory of the victims and encourages continued exploration of the history of the Reconstruction-era massacre to help bring about justice and reconciliation. See Honor Page 4-A

Conservation groups identify priority projects to restore Louisiana’s coast

(NEW ORLEANS) Wednesday, leading national and local conservation groups working together to address Louisiana’s severe land loss crisis released a report, Restoring the Mississippi River Delta: A Recommended List of Coastal Restoration Projects and Programs, outlining 17 priority projects

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Donations currently being accepted for 2017 Christmas Bicycle Giveaway

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is preparing for its annual Christmas Bicycle Giveaway and Sheriff Craig Webre is reminding residents that donations are still being accepted. More than 4,100 bicycles have been distributed to needy children of Lafourche Parish and Grand Isle through the program now in its 24th year. In 2016, 300 bikes were delivered to children throughout Lafourche Parish. Donations are accepted year-round, and

used bicycles are refurbished and repaired by inmate workers. Sheriff Webre asks that any bicycles donated at this time be either brand new or in need of only minor repairs due to the giveaway taking place around mid-December. Monetary donations are also accepted, and checks should be made payable to the Lafourche Deputies Association with the words “Bike Giveaway” in the memo line. Bicycles and monetary donations may be dropped off at any Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office location through the parish. “This program is only possible thanks to generous citizens who donate cash and bikes for the program,” said Sheriff Webre. “For anyone considering helping a less fortunate family during the holidays, please consider donating to the program. In some cases, this may be the most significant gift, or the only gift, each of these children will receive this Christmas.” A trustee refurbishes a bike to be given away during the SherSee Bikes Page 4-A iff’s Office’s Annual Bike Giveaway next month.

Voters Saturday approved three property tax renewals in Lafourche Parish. A mill is $1 in tax levied on every $1,000 of taxable property. In Louisiana, the first $75,000 of a home’s value is tax-exempt. Here are the complete but unofficial results of Saturday’s elections: Fifth Ward Gravity Drainage District No. 5 The district proposed a 4.62-mill tax renewal to last 10 years. The tax will expire at the end of 2027. It passed by 59 percent to 41 percent, or 158 votes to 110. Of 2,838 eligible voters, 9.4 percent cast ballots. The district encompasses the area north of La. 308 from the Assumption Parish line to Lafourche Crossing. The tax is expected to raise $261,600 per year. The owner of a $150,000 home will pay $34.65 to the district after the homestead exemption is deducted. See Voters Page 4-A

Schroder wins Louisiana treasurer race By MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — John Schroder, a Republican businessman and former legislator, won a special election Saturday for state treasurer. Schroder had 56 percent of the vote over Democrat Derrick Edwards, according to complete, unofficial returns. Schroder will take over a post vacated by John Kennedy, a popular Republican who left the job early after winning election to the U.S. Senate. See Treasurer Page 4-A

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The First Baptist Church of Golden Meadow will be hosting first annual their Thanksgiving Day dinner on Thursday, November 23 at noon. “We are reaching out to those who may need a place to celebrate Thanksgiving with a particular focus on those who may be alone or that Thanksgiving would be a financial burden. We will serve a full meal, have fellowship, and share with them the love of Jesus Christ,” said Bernadette Chouest of FBC. The FBC of GM is located at 187 Oakridge Dr, Golden Meadow, (across the street from Golden Meadow Park). For more information or to schedule a ride, call 985- 475-5490 or email at fbcgm@viscom.net. __________________

Lockport KC’s monthly dinner to be held Nov. 26

The Lockport KC’s will be having their monthly dinner on Sunday, November 26th at their home on Seventh Street. The meal will consist of hamburger steak, mash potatoes, sweet peas, salad and bread for an $8 donation. Dine in or take it to go. Drinks and desserts will also be available.

Bayou Council Behavorial Health Services is offering Parent Education Presentations on Wednesday’s at the Terrebonne Parish DA Office, 118 Armour Dr., Houma and Thursday’s at the Bayou Council Office, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux from 10 a.m.12 p.m. throughout the months of November and December. Admission is free and presentations are open to the public. Parents must attend all five (5) sessions in order to be completed. Contact the Bayou Council at 985-446-0643 for more information. __________________

LCOA distribute commodities

The Lafourche Council on Aging, Inc. and Catholic Charities will be giving out monthly commodities for seniors 60 years of age and older who qualify financially for commodities on Wednesday, November 29th at the Cut Off Youth Center, from 7 a.m. till 9 a.m. __________________

SLHS still seeking Armed Force members

If you have honorably served or are currently serving in the armed forces, please email the Army Instructor for the South Lafourche High School Army JROTC program at jbeal@mylpsd.com. In the email, provide your graduation year, branch of service, basic active service date (BASD), end time service (ETS), and a digital photo of you in your uniform.

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Town of GM Christmas Parade will be held Sat.

The Town of Golden Meadow will be hosting its annual Christmas parade on Saturday, November 25 at 3:30 p.m. The parade will begin on the north end of town traveling through the whole town followed by be a tree lighting ceremony at the Town Hall. Hot dogs and chili and cake will be available after the parade. Festivities will begin at 1 p.m. at the Golden Meadow Park pavilion. There will be activities for the kids such as cookie decorating and spacewalks. Also, Santa will be there so don’t forget your camera. Floats, golf carts, jeeps, and trailers are encouraged and allowed to participate. You must be 4 years of age to ride in the parade. Pick up a registration form at the Golden Meadow Town Hall, Monday thru Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please contact Laci Latiolais at 985-6372407 or Shannon Leger at 985-637-8501 for more information. This parade and tree lighting is FREE and open to the public. _________________

Upcoming Santa Workshop to offer fun for everyone

On Saturday, December 2 the Larose VFW will present Santa’s Workshop and Mrs. Claus’ Princess and Pirate Tea, an event to benefit Relay for Life/ The American Cancer Society. Sleigh Rides will be offered from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; the Princess Tea and Pirate Party, 1 p.m., $20 per child or $25 with magic mirror pass, each princess and pirate will receive a crown or pirate hat, pearls/swords craft, snacks and drinks, and magic mirror photo booth; a Children’s Pageant will be at 3 p.m.; and Queens Pageant at 5 p.m.; Santa will be available for pictures, taken with your own device, free of charge. Crafts and entertainment will also be provided. A roast beef lunch will be sold along other concession and dessert. For more information call 985-677-1713. Pick up or drop off pageant forms and Tea/Pirate party registration at Bayou Chemical and Supply at 280 West 32nd Street. ___________________

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for restoring the Mississippi River Delta and coastal Louisiana. Restore the Mississippi River Delta – a coalition comprised of Environmental Defense Fund, the National Wildlife Federation, National Audubon Society, Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation and the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana – jointly authored the report, which outlines a suite of restoration projects that, if prioritized for implementation, would build and maintain land across Louisiana’s nationallysignificant coast. The coalition’s priority restoration projects – all components of the 2017 Louisiana Coastal Master Plan, approved unanimously by Louisiana’s legislature earlier this year – were selected from the more than 100 master plan projects for their ability to deliver the greatest impact if implemented quickly. The project recommendations include sediment diversions, freshwater diversions, marsh creation, barrier island and headland restoration, ridge restoration, hydrologic restoration and oyster reef restoration. The recommendations come at a critical time for Louisiana, which is losing a football field of land every 100 minutes. Without action, the state could lose an additional 2,250 square miles of land over the next 50 years. Meanwhile, funds from the BP oil spill settlement, the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GOMESA) and other funding sources are flowing to the state for coastal restoration. These resources make it possible to implement large-scale restoration projects

across the coast protecting communities from St. Bernard to the Texas line, nationally-significant industries and natural resources, and world class habitats and landscapes. “Our coast has been vanishing for decades, and studies on the best way to correct the problem have been completed for nearly as long – now is the time for decisive and efficient action,” said Natalie Peyronnin, director of science policy for Mississippi River Delta restoration at Environmental Defense Fund. “State-ofthe-art science backs each of these 17 recommended projects, which will work together to set us up for further success and land gains down the road.” “Louisiana faces very real threats – sea level rise compounded by subsidence, combined with the continued tragic waste of the Mississippi River’s sediment,” said David Muth, director of Gulf Restoration with the National Wildlife Federation. “Our challenges are great, but our current opportunity is even greater. We can use the substantial funding the state is poised to receive and the

immense public and political support for the projects we are recommending in this report to protect and maintain as much of the coast as possible.” “As we wrap up one of the most active hurricane seasons in recent memory, we know that Louisiana has no time to lose when it comes to strengthening the coast and protecting vulnerable coastal communities,” said John Lopez, director of the Coastal Sustainability Program at Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation. “Sea level rise projections and extreme weather impacts will only worsen. Louisiana’s people, wildlife and economies are counting on swift and strategic progress on restoration to deliver maximum benefits and best returns on our investments.” “If Louisiana hopes to maintain a sustainable coast in the face of sea level rise and subsidence, sediment diversions must be advanced quickly to capture this precious resource that flows past our wetlands every day, said Kimberly Davis Reyher, executive director of the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana.

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A judge says New Orleans must refund as much as $28 million in fines collected from tickets based on traffic cameras. Ad hoc Judge Robert Burns ruled recently that nearly the first three years of such tickets were invalid. Plaintiffs’ attorney Joseph McMahon tells The Advocate and Nola.com | The TimesPicayune that the judge ruled the tickets were invalid because the city had the Department of Public Works handle enforcement. He said Friday that there may be as many as 250,000 tickets involved. He also says there probably won’t be any quick payments. He says the city probably will appeal, and there probably are millions of dollars in earlier unpaid judgments. ___

Billionaire Norwegian given $30,400 drunken driving fine

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — A 22-yearold Norwegian student has been handed a 250,000-kroner ($30,400) fine for drunken driving — but can still count herself lucky. Katharina G. Andresen is reportedly Norway’s richest woman, with a fortune estimated by Forbes at $1.23 billion. Fines for drunken driving in Norway are based on the defendant’s income. Newspaper Finansavisen reported that Oslo City Court said the penalty could have been up to 40 million kroner ($4.9 million) if based on Andresen’s assets, but they “have not yielded any dividend yet” and she has no fixed income. The court did increase the fine because of her estimated wealth, however. Andresen was also banned from driving for 13 months. Andresen’s father gave her a 42-percent share in the familyowned investment company in 2007, leading Forbes to declare her the world’s second-youngest billionaire. ___

US rig count up by 8 this week to 915; Texas up 7

HOUSTON (AP) — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. increased by eight this week to 915. That’s up from the 588 rigs that were active a year ago. Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes said Friday that 738 rigs sought oil and 177 explored for natural gas this week. Among major oiland gas-producing states, Texas gained seven rigs, Louisiana added four and Ohio and Utah were up one apiece. Alaska, Colorado, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma and Wyoming declined by one each. Arkansas, California, Pennsylvania and West Virginia were unchanged. The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981. It bottomed out in May of 2016 at 404. ___

direction in October. The jobless rate fell to 4.8 percent in October from 5.1 percent in September, as more people entered the labor force and more found jobs. Louisiana’s unemployment rate was 6.1 percent a year ago. About 100,000 Louisianans were jobless, down more than 5,000 from September. Louisiana’s unemployment rate doesn’t rank among the 10 worst states for the first time in

years. October’s U.S. rate fell to 4.1 percent from September’s 4.2 percent. The separate payroll survey, economists’ top labor market indicator, continued a multi-month downward trend, falling below 1.98 million in Louisiana. That remains 8,000 higher than last October. The U.S. Labor Department released figures Friday, adjusted to cancel out seasonal changes.

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Money from the tax will go toward improving, maintaining and operating drainage works. Parishwide Proposition The parish proposed a 5.41-mill tax renewal to last 10 years. The tax will expire at the end of 2028. It passed by 56 percent to 44 percent, or 2,681 votes to 2,102. Of 58,519 eligible voters, 8.2 percent cast ballots. The tax is expected to raise about $5.8 million per year. The owner of a $150,000 home will pay $40.58 to the parish after the homestead exemption is deducted. Money from the tax will go toward acquiring, constructing, improving, maintaining, operating and supporting public facilities and works. Thirty-one percent of the money will be spent on drainage works and facilities; 51 percent on public health, including senior citizen programs and services; and 18 percent on parish libraries. Road District No. 1 The district proposed a 5-mill tax renewal to last 10 years. The tax will expire at the end of 2028. It passed by 57 percent to 43 percent, or 2,046 votes to 1,549. Of 46,641 eligible voters, 7.7 percent cast ballots. The district encompasses all of Lafourche except the municipalities of Thibodaux, Lockport and Golden Meadow. The tax is expected to raise about $4.8 million per year. The owner of a $150,000 home will pay $37.50 to the district after the homestead exemption is deducted. Money from the tax will go toward construct-

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Schroder was the front-runner in the competition after Republicans in the six-candidate October primary split 67 percent of the vote. Edwards raised few dollars for the race and did far less advertising than Schroder. But the anticipation of poor voter turnout made the treasurer’s race more of a toss-up than might have otherwise been expected in a conservative state that has only elected a Democrat to one statewide office since 2008. Statewide turnout was about 13 percent. A former state House member from St. Tammany Parish, Schroder resigned his legislative seat this year to run full-time for treasurer. Relying on his legislative record as a fiscal conservative, Schroder positioned himself as someone who would follow Kennedy’s lead of using the treasurer’s office as a high-profile megaphone to target what he considers wasteful spending in government. “The state doesn’t live within its means. You’ve got to treat a penny like a dollar,” he said. “As a watchdog of the state and a head fiscal person for the state, I think it’s very relevant to let the taxpayers know what’s going on with their money.” Edwards, who lives in Jefferson Parish, has never held elective office, though he ran unsuc-

cessfully last year for U.S. Senate. He campaigned from a wheelchair, paralyzed from the neck down by a high school football injury 28 years ago. Edwards called himself more qualified to be treasurer, citing his accounting and legal degrees. Both men talked of using the treasurer’s office to bring more transparency to state government, by offering taxpayers more information about spending. Louisiana’s treasurer is the state banker, investing, disbursing and managing the state’s money and its savings accounts. The treasurer chairs the Bond Commission, which oversees state borrowing and debt levels. Kennedy’s top aide, Ron Henson, has been serving as interim treasurer. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte

chaeology Lab at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Fundraising so far is “horrible,” DeSantis said Monday in a telephone interview from Thibodaux. He’d thought that social justice-oriented groups might be interested, but was told their money is going to the living. DeSantis said he has turned over $1,000 so far to the ULL Foundation, which has set up an account for the project. “As we get small donations ... we’re going to pass it to the ULL Foundation in thousand-dollar increments so we don’t make them crazy,” he said. A class at Nicholls State University will soon be presenting its plan for a social media campaign to the Louisiana 1887 Memorial Committee, DeSantis said.

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On Nov. 23, 1887, white mobs in Lafourche Parish went door to door for more than two hours, shooting unarmed blacks, to end a monthlong strike by sugar plantation field hands. After his book was published in 2016, DeSantis and descendants of both victims and plantation owners created a committee to raise money for an archaeological survey to learn if there’s truth to local tradition of the location of a mass grave — and to have any remains exhumed and buried in consecrated ground. They need to raise about $24,000 to get an initial archaeological survey by the Public Ar-

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He said the parish and the city of Thibodaux, which presented a similar proclamation in September, are setting a shining example at a time of racial division nationally. “The opportunity to talk about the past and how it relates to the future, I think helps bring us here locally to where America needs to be with all of our aspects of our past,” DeSantis said. “I think it is something that aids the spirits of those who were lost and ... those who were involved with perpetrating — the victims and the victimizers.”

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the child’s name, age, gender, address, phone number, and other qualifying information. To submit a child’s name for consideration, please contact the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office at (985) 6324882 beginning next month. Due to high demand, requests should be limited to no more than two bicycles per family.


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Colonels make the playoffs, to host South Dakota in opening round Saturday

THIBODAUX, La. – The Nicholls State University football team received an at-large bid to the FCS playoffs and will host South Dakota in the opening round, Saturday, Nov. 25 at 3 p.m. at Manning Field at John L. Guidry Stadium. The Colonels, who finished 8-3 overall and 7-2 in the Southland Conference, will be making their fourth appearance in playoffs and are hosting a game for the first time. South Dakota (7-4, 4-4), a member of the

Missouri Valley Football Conference, is making their first-ever playoff appearance. Nicholls is one of three Southland programs to make the 24team field, joined by league champion Central Arkansas (10-1) and runner-up Sam Houston State (10-1). Both teams will host a bye and the Bearkats await the winner of Nicholls-South Dakota. It marks the sixth time that the Southland has had three teams in the postseason.

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After all of those lopsided victories built on defense and a running game, Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints pulled off the sort of bythe-skin-of-their -teeth comeback that has them thinking big things. Rightly so. The Saints are, after all, the first team in the Super Bowl era to go from 0-2 to 8-2. And that eighth consecutive triumph, 34-31 in overtime against the Washington Redskins on Sunday, made New Orleans the first team to win after trailing by at least 15 points with less than three minutes remaining in regulation since 2011. “You’re watching this thing come together before your eyes. And from where this started to where it is now, we’ve grown in leaps and bounds. And I think the sky’s the limit for this group. We’re playing with a ton of confidence. We feel like we’ve got a ton of momentum,” said Brees, who was 11 for 11 for 164 yards and the pair of scoring passes down the stretch in the fourth quarter. “You win games like this and you feel like, man, we can win anytime, anywhere, any way.” Their seven previous victories came via an average of about 18½ points, with none decided by fewer than eight and only two decided by fewer than 14. “We knew we were going to get tested at some point,” linebacker Manti T’eo said. “Today was that day. It can only get good from here.” OK, well, slow down for a minute. There is a long way to go for the NFC South leaders. The biggest problem for New Orleans moving forward is that it plays in what appears to be the deeper conference this season. Yes, the AFC has the New England Patri-

ots and Pittsburgh Steelers, both 8-2, but only three other teams are above .500. Just look around at the competition New Orleans faces in the NFC. For starters, the Philadelphia Eagles are a league-best 9-1 after embarrassing the Dallas Cowboys 37-9 on Sunday night. Then there’s the Minnesota Vikings, who are 8-2 following an easier -than-expected 24-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams — no pushovers themselves at 7-3. The Carolina Panthers (7-3; bye in Week 11) are only a game behind New Orleans in their division. “We’re talking about good horses that aren’t even at the three-quarter pole yet,” Saints coach Sean Payton said. “Let’s see how we continue to play. But obviously, I’m encouraged.” In case you missed it, here are the other top topics after the NFL season’s 11th Sunday: YOU GET A PICK! AND YOU GET A PICK! The worst coaching decision of the season might very well have been made by Sean McDermott of the Buffalo Bills, who essentially removed any chance his team might have of ending its 17-year playoff drought by inexplicably switching QBs and starting rookie Nate Peterman. How did Peterman fare? He barely completed more passes to his teammates (six) than to opponents (five) while playing only one half in Buffalo’s 54-24 loss to the Los Angeles Charg-

ers. Here’s another way to look at it: Peterman’s five interceptions in two quarters were more than the three picks Taylor

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has thrown all season. “I’m not disappointed in my decision,” McDermott said. See Saints Page 7-A

Grand Prize Winner!

Pictured is Steve Cheramie, the Grand Prize winner of the Lafourche Gazette’s Football Contest. Steve won two tickets to the New Orleans Saints / Carolina Panthers game to be played in the Superdome on Dec. 3. Little did we know at the Gazette how significant the game would be when we purchased the tickets in August. The Saints are leading the NFC South division with the Panthers right on their heels. Congratulations Steve!


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Wednesday, November 22, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

For sale: REDUCED! Lovely cypress Victorian home in Larose. 3 bedroom 1.5 bath completely re-wired and replumbed. Call Diane at 985691-1367 for details. _________________________ For sale: 16x80 mobile home. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom with garden tub. Covered 2 car carport. Lot is 117x270, asking $80,000 OBO. FMI cal 665-1411, leave message if no answer. ________________________ Mobile Home For Sale: 2006; 16x70; 2 bedroom; 2 bath; some appliances; small shed on property; asking $20,000; located in Thibodaux; can be moved or lot rented from the Mobile Home Association that trailer in located on; FMI contact Ron at 504-723-9446. _________________________

LAND

Lot For Sale: 90x186 on Leona Drive in Mathews (down Peytral Drive); underground utilities; asking $32,000. Call 985-6651449. _________________________ Lot for sale: in LaTour Subdivision. Call or text 985-258-8236. _________________________

FOR RENT

New Listing! 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath loft; wood floors; upscale home; concrete countertops and floors; central A/C; large porch; $1000/month; $1000 deposit; 985-232-1948; Located in Golden Meadow. _________________________ 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. _________________________ New Listing: For rent double wide trailer. 130 Twin Acres Drive, Larose. 3 bed, 2 bath. No pets. Central A/C and Heat. $825/mo $600/dep. FMI cal 985-691-6136. _________________________ Studio Cottage for rent: Single occupancy (1 person). $600/month $300/deposit. All utilities paid. Lawn service provided, private laundry mat on site. 985-665-9618, 985-8593953, or 985-693-3833. _________________________ Trailer For rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath; Covered carport; w/d partly furnished; central a/c and heat; Cut Off area; quiet neighborhood. $900/mo and $500/dep. 985-691-8110. _________________________ Garage for rent, double garage doors, open bays, 1 room office and full bathroom (shower). Bayouside, Cut Off. Contact 985-772-3258. $400/month. _________________________ For rent: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom in Valentine. $475/mo and utilities paid. 696-0438. _________________________ Trailer for rent: 2 bedroom, utilities paid. $600/mo and $500/dep. Located in Larose. 985-696-0818. _________________________

Apt. For rent: two bedroom, one bath apartment on Hwy 3235 in Golden Meadow offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water is included. $600/month and $600/deposit. Six-month lease required then month to month. FMI Call 985798-7433 or 985-637-6258. _________________________ Apt. For rent: two bedroom, one bath apartment in Lockport area offering hardwood floors, appliances, washer and dryer. Water included. $625/month and $625/deposit. Six-month lease required then month to month afterwards. FMI Call 985798-7433 or 985-637-6258. _________________________ Multiple homes for rent: All 3 bedroom homes in Larose and Cut Off. Quiet neighborhoods. $850-$950 per month. Call Diane at 691-1367, leave message. _________________________

For Rent! Half off first months rent with new lease! Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment in Cut Off. Pets welcomed. unfurnished unit is $795/month with 6 month lease. $750 security deposit. Unit has washer and dryer. to see pics go to www.coteblancheapartments.co m. Call Bill at 985-325-5626 for more info. _________________________

Apt for rent: 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Kitchen and living area, w/d, utilities paid, furnished linens, and utensils. 632-5610. _________________________ Apt. For rent: 3 bed, 1 bath; partially furnished; Golden Meadow. $800/month and $400/deposit. 985-475-7696 or 985-398-0172. _________________________ Apt. For rent: 1 bed, 1 bath; partially furnished. Golden Meadow. $500/month and $300/deposit. 985-475-7696 or 985-398-0172. _________________________ 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.

MERCHANDISE

NordicTrak Treadmill for sale: T 6.5s; 2.6 chp. Asking $500. Call or text 637-1293. _________________________ Computer For sale: HP Windows 8. Hardly used with accessories, printer, webcam, speakers; extras: scrapbook and print; preschool learning, grades 1 – 2; time money and fraction and readers journey 1, ages 4-7. $500. Call 985-2910060, ask for Scarlet please. _________________________

Interested in a career in real estate? Call 985-637-1519 or go to careers@latterblum.com for more information.

A career of independence. A network of support. 200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off Since 1916

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NEW PRICE!

Salty Oysters For Sale: 1/2 gallon, sacks and half sacks. West 181st Street. 985-6377748. ________________________

For Sale: Tires and Rims for a Chevy Truck; 6 lug; 255/70/R17 like new; 5,000 miles; $400. Wood Pirogue; good condition; $100; 532-5552. _________________________

WANT TO BUY

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 985-227-2470. _________________________

GARAGE SALES

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 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 985-2782221. _________________________ Estate Sale: November 28-30; 20672 Hwy 1, Lot, Golden Meadow, near SL Bank; sale will include years of collecting vintage and antique items; some handmade items will also be available; from 8am to 2pm. _________________________

HELP WANTED

Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. and days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs paid related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985-447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ SBL Construction is hiring a CDL driver and dependable operator/ roustabout. Must have own transportation. MUST pass drug screening and must be a hard worker. Call Frank at 985-665-1220 FMI. _________________________ 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. NAPA, next 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. _________________________ Crew members and shift mangers needed. Now hiring all shifts. Apply in person at Quiznos, 5375 Hwy 308 Mathews. _________________________ Drivers, Class-A: LP Openings: All Miles Paid, .85++ per loaded mile!100% PAID Health, Dental, Vision and More for EVERY Employee! 21yoa, 1yr CDL-A w/HazMat & Tank End, (H&T Exp. NOT Req) Martin Transport, Reserve: 855-6394423. _________________________

Price Reduced!

Blasters/painters needed: Must pass drug screen. Excellent pay along with benefits package offered. Apply at 230 N. Barrios St in Lockport between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. _________________________ Drivers: $5000 sign-on! Big miles=Big money! Company, lease or O/O. CDL-A, with H&T End. 866-451-4495. _________________________ 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. _________________________ Looking for maintenance helper in Galliano area to work on rental property. Ablamos espanol. 985-637-4133. _________________________

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 985-3976254 or email curtis.orgeron1279@gmail.com _________________________ 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. _________________________ Brock’s Car Washing Inside and Out; on site available; prices start at $50. 985258-7645. _________________________

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

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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. _________________________ Tim Harris Flooring and Installation Services: Carpet, vinyl, laminate, ood, ceramic, custom shoers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufacturs warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985-6772526.

_________________________ HeatherLandry Photography: Now accepting 2018 High school senior bookings at an affordable rate. Please visit www.heatherlandryphotography.com or call/text 985-2785792. _________________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-2580465. _________________________ Ro-Duz Ranch host farm parties! Whether it’s at your house or at our farm. We provide lots of furry friends for hours of fun. Call to book your special day. 985-637-7273. Ro-Duz Ranch is a totally non-profit rescue farm. Every penny we make goes directly to the rescue. We are NPIP certified and insured. _________________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-637-6279. _________________________

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. _________________________

ANIMALS

Horse For Sale: Registered Buckskin Gelding; 10 years old; Call 985-258-4864. _________________________

MEMORIALS

In Memory of

PATRICK W. DUFRENE SR.

Sunrise: 5/2/57 Sunset: 11/23/16 It has been a year since you were taken from us. We miss you everyday and will never forget about you. Till we meet again. Love, Your wife, Sons and Family __________________________

OBITUARIES

JANICE TERREBONNE

Janice Guidroz Terrebonne, 80, a native of Raceland and a resident of Valentine, passed away on Friday, November 17. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Larose, LA with burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Mark Terrebonne, Ted Terrebonne (Collette); daughter, Debbie Terrebonne Dufrene; sister, Deanna Guidroz Mayet; 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rodney J. Terrebonne and parents, Mark and Beulah Guidroz. Falgout Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements. ___________________

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NEW LISTING!

MLS 126411: This 2BR, 1.5BA cottage style home has 1186 sqft of living space and 2046 sqft total area. It’s located on a 50’ x 105’ lot. Located at 135 East 6th Street, Larose ONLY $79,900 Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

985-691-3873

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!

985-691-3873

MLS 126947: This 3BR, 2BA home sits on large 70’ by 30 arpent property. It features a spacious living room/ kitchen area with all new appliances, a detached workshop with A/C office. 18674 Hwy. 3235, Galliano. Priced just right at $245,000! Call Greg Plaisance for a showing!

985-696-0094

MLS 124895: This 3BR, 2BA home is in move-in condition. It has a large carport, huge garage and is in a great neighborhood - 153 East 29th St. (old nursing home street). Priced just right at $179,500! Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

985-691-3873

Since 1916

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

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

Since 1916

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

Since 1916

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


Upcoming Santa Workshop to benefit Relay For Life

On Saturday, December 2 the Larose VFW will present Santa’s Workshop and Mrs. Claus’ Princess and Pirate Tea, an event to benefit Relay for Life/ The American Cancer Society. A roast beef lunch

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will be sold along other concession and dessert. For more information call 985-677-1713. Pick up or drop off pageant forms and Tea/Pirate party registration at Bayou Chemical and Supply at 280 West 32nd Street.

South Lafourche High School senior basketball sensation Traya Bruce signs a letter of intent last week to play basketball at UNO. Pictured with Traya is, left to right, South Lafourche Assistant Principle Allison Chiasson; Assistant Basketball Coach Jamie Lerille; girl’s basketball Head Coach Rainie Terrebonne; and SLHS Athletic Director Brian Callais.

Arrest reports

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

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NOVEMBER 16, 2017 Laf. Parish Sheriff’s Office Bryce Arabie, 29, Lockport. Contempt of court. Anthony Bouffanie Jr., 42, Cut Off. Contempt of court (Unverified). Anthony Dixon, 21, Mathews. Violation of probation/parole. Randy Guidry, 35, Larose. Contempt of court. Zachery Poindexter, 22, Raceland. Violation of probation/parole. Herbert Simmons Sr., 41, Lockport. Second-degree battery (Felony). Illegal use of controlled drug in presence of persons under 17 years old (Misd). Resisting an officer w/force or violence (Felony). Child desertion. Dist. of methamphetamine (Felony). Poss. of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). NOVEMBER 17, 2017 Laf. Parish Sheriff’s Office Thadrian Blackledge, 26,

Raceland. Dist/manufacture crack cocaine (Felony). Unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling (Felony). Poss. of crack cocaine less than 28 grams (2 CTS) (Felony). Simple criminal damage to property (Felony). Contempt of court (3 CTS). Satila Boudreaux, 28, Cut Off. Poss./dist. of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Poss. of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Chanlor Rogers, 24, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court Golden Meadow Police Dept. Oris Lee Sr., 53, Golden Meadow. Criminal mischief. Disturbing the peace (No injury/damage). Simple criminal damage to property. Resisting an officer. Unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling (Felony). Aggravated assault. Criminal trespassing. Jonathan Bourg, 21, Golden Meadow. Poss. of marijuana-2nd offense (Misd). NOVEMBER 18, 2017 Laf. Parish Sheriff’s Office Kayla Chiasson, 30, Larose. Poss. of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Kevin Hebert, 56, Larose. Contempt of court. Rochell Hodges, 35, Raceland. Battery of a dating partner (Misd).

James Pierce Sr., 51, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Jerome Verdin, 30, Montegut. Contempt of court.

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“I’m disappointed in the result.” Not only should he be disappointed in his decision, he also should be disappointed in his defense, which has allowed more than 30 points three times in a row. WRONG DIRECTION Andy Reid’s Kansas City Chiefs are falling apart, looking nothing like the club that walloped New England in Week 1 while opening the season 5-0. They’ve lost four of their past five games to drop to 6-4 after a 12-9 loss in OT to the downtrodden New York Giants. And the Denver Broncos’ 3-1 start seems like the distant past, too: They have lost six straight games for the first time since 1990, falling 20-17 to the Cincinnati Bengals. ___ Follow Howard Fendrich on Twitter at http://twitter.com/HowardFendrich For more NFL coverage: http://www.pro32.ap.org and http://www.twitter.com/AP_NFL

LUNG CANCER CAN BE TREATED, AND EVEN CURED, If Caught Early Consider a CT Scan for Lung Cancer if You are a Smoker or Former Smoker More people die from lung cancer than of colon, breast and prostate cancers —combined. A low-dose CT scan can help lower your risk of dying from lung cancer and most private insurance as well as Medicare covers the cost of yearly lung cancer screenings for smokers and former smokers.

Talk to your physician or contact Pulmonologists Dr. LaSandra Barton, Dr. Brian Parker or Dr. David Patten at 985.493.4933 or Dr. Roger Stueben at 985.447.5864.

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Public notice

Wednesday, November 22, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Greater Lafourche Port Commission

Notice is hereby given in accordance to LA R.S. 39:1307(B) that the proposed 2018 Budget is available for public inspection and there will be a public hearing on the 2018 Budget of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission in Lafourche Parish, State of Louisiana, to be held at the regular meeting place, Greater Lafourche Port Commission Administration Office, 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, Louisiana, 70345 on Monday, December 11, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. 11/22/17

Public notice LEGAL NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS PARTS FOR SPARE ENGINE

The Galliano Elementary 4-H Officers for 2017-18 are President Evan Alario, Vice-President Ava Boura, Vice-President Aidan Duet, Secretary Angel Cordova, Reporter Jasmine Cheramie, Treasurer Lani Lombas, Historian Vicky Chen, Photographer Brendon Chauvin and Parliamentarin Blake Adams.

The Galliano 4-H and Beta Clubs held a drive for the soldiers during the month of October. They would like to thank everyone who donated.

Sealed bids will be received by the Board of Commissioners, South Lafourche Levee District, 17904 Highway 3235, Galliano, LA 70354, until 11:00 A.M. December 7, 2017, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read for the purchase of: Parts for Spare Engine (to be used in the repair of a spare engine) A Parts List including part number, quantity and item description, may be picked up at the Levee District office located at 17904 Hwy 3235, Galliano, LA, or downloaded from our website at www.slld.org (Bids and Proposals). All parts must be included as listed on the spreadsheet. All parts and all part numbers on the supplied parts list must be included. No exceptions and no replacements will be accepted. Bid price shall specifically exclude any and all taxes. Bids will be rejected if this stipulation is not met. The South Lafourche Levee District is exempt from paying state and local taxes. Bid should be submitted to the South Lafourche Levee District, Post Office Box 426, Galliano, LA 70354, with the envelope marked Bid on Parts for Spare Engine. Bids will be accepted only by registered mail or certified mail, or bid may be hand delivered in which case a receipt will be given to the bidder upon request. All other mailings will be rejected. Any bid received after 11:00 A.M., December 7, 2017 will be returned unopened. The South Lafourche Levee District reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality or to accept any bid that may serve its best interest. Windell A. Curole Executive Secretary 11/19/17 11/22/17 11/29/17

Public notice

ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE ALL DONATIONS WILL GO TO THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY CENTER

DROP OFF NON-PERISHABLES AT

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NOTICE To All Customers of VISION TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES

The Public Service Commission of Louisiana designated Lafourche Telephone Company, L.L.C. the “Eligible Telecommunications Carrier” for its service area for universal service purposes. The goal of universal service is to provide all citizens access to essential telecommunications services. Lafourche Telephone Company, L.L.C. provides the supported service — voice telephony service — throughout its designated service area with single line rates starting at $16.78 per month for residential customers and $36.99 per month for single business line customers. This supported service includes: Voice grade access to the pub-

lic switched network; Minutes of use for local service provided at no additional charge; Access to emergency services provided by local government or other public safety organizations, such as 911 and enhanced 911, to the extent the local government in Lafourche Telephone Company’s service area has implemented 911 or enhanced 911 systems; Vision would be pleased to provide you with specific rates for your area upon request. Vision also offers qualified customers Lifeline service. Lifeline is a non-transferable, federal benefit that makes monthly telephone service more affordable on one wireless OR one home telephone, but not both. Based on the income-related eligibility criteria described below, you may qualify for this program. This means you may receive a monthly credit for your voice telephone service. This Lifeline service also includes toll blocking to qualifying customers without charge. The current discount provided under the Company’s Lifeline service is $9.25 per month for each month that the customer qualifies. To receive this discount, an individual, a dependent, or someone in the household must participate in one of the following federal assistance programs: “Medicaid; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps; Supplemental Security Income; Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8); Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program; National School Lunch Program’s free lunch program; or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.” Or, the total household income must be at or below 135% of the federal poverty guidelines. Please call Vision at (985) 693-0123 or toll free at (800) 2565665 if you have any questions. 11/19/17 11/22/17

Legal advertisement OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION October 11, 2017

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in regular session on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 10:30 AM at the Administration Office 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, LA 70345. President Gisclair called the meeting to order and Secretary Cheramie called roll. ATTENDED: Chuckie Cheramie, Perry Gisclair, Kris Gaudet, Rodney Gisclair, Mike Callais, Larry Griffin, John Melancon, Jr., Jimmy Guidry, and Ervin Bruce ABSENT: None Upon motion by Melancon second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the minutes for September 13, 2017 regular meeting. Executive Director’s Report Northern Expansion – Engineer Larry Picciola reported RLB Contractors completed the Slip C 950 LF West Sweep Dredge October 1st. They are 136 days over contract time and we will be discussing further milestone dates and liquidated damages. The substantial completion certificate is on the agenda for approval. Engineer Larry Picciola reported Sealevel Construction is moving along and bringing in sand for GLF625 Site Improvements. Engineer Larry Picciola reported Sealevel Construction has installed 400 ft. of steel sheets and continue to drive piles for deadman for the Slip C 939’ West Bulkhead. Joe Picciola reported Crosby Dredging was issued a conditional notice to proceed September 18th to purchase materials, submit material qualifications, and complete the test pile program for Slip C 1671’ East Bulkhead.

Upon motion by Bruce second by Gaudet, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Intergovernmental Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with DOTD for Phase Two Compensatory Mitigation for the LA 1 project for the direct impacts of approximately 27 acres of mitigation in Leeville. Chiasson stated the Segment E is scheduled to bid out December 13th to widen 1400’ of the bridge from the 90-degree curve southward and 280’ section to the north. Upon motion by R. Gisclair second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously accepted the Clear Lien Certificate from Blanchard Contractors for the Slip C West 950’ Bulkhead project. Upon motion by Bruce second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously accepted the Substantial Completion Certificate dated October 1, 2017 from RLB Contractors for Slip C West 950’ Sweep Dredge project. Upon motion by Callais second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the LA DOTD Sponsorship Agreement and resolution for the installation of Taxiway Lighting and Runway LED upgrades for $106,000 of funding. Chiasson stated FAA is funding $720,911, DOTD funding $106,000, and the Port’s share will be $25,898. Upon motion by Melancon second by Bruce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the LA DOTD airport annual capital improvement plan and resolution for 2018 to 2023 projects. Upon motion by R. Gisclair second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Lafourche Parish Government for the Airport Access Road Servitude. Finance Committee - The committee met September 27th in Fourchon present was Melancon, Guidry, P. Gisclair, and Gaudet. They also met October 9th in Cut Off with all present. Upon motion by Melancon second by Callais, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved payment of September 2017 invoices and recognized expenditures over $10,000 which total $2,100,786.36. Upon motion by Melancon second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the September 2017 unaudited financial statements. President P. Gisclair opened the floor for any other business. P. Gisclair announced this is Mike Callais’ last official meeting and presented him with a Certificate of Recognition to thank him for his months of service. Chiasson reminded the public the election is Saturday, October 14th for the open Seat E. Upon motion by Cheramie second by Gaudet, the board adjourned the board meeting at 10:49AM. ATTESTED Perry Gisclair, President Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary 11-22-17

Engineer John Plaisance reported Crosby Dredging continues to fill the area along LA3090 for the Mitigation Dredge of Slip D. Airport Projects – Richard Osborne reported in September the aircraft operations were 2,780 with 9,898 passengers, and 9,782 vehicles. To date this year there were 22,211 operations, 86,753 passengers, and 70,720 vehicles. Melancon questioned the average of passengers a month, which Osborne replied 9,639. Osborne reported the preconstruction meeting was last Thursday with Sun Industries for the Taxiway Lighting and Runway LED upgrades project. The notice to proceed was issued for October 23rd and it is a 6-month project. Executive Director Chiasson stated the DOTD Sponsorship Agreement for this project is on the agenda for approval. Osborne reported the mats and pipe have been laid out for the LOOP brine line replacement. Other Projects – Chiasson reported GIS Engineering is attending a meeting today with the Corps of Engineers on the Section 203 Feasibility Study. We are still on schedule to have the draft EIS completed in November with the full report complete in April 2018. Engineer Joe Picciola reported he met with the Parish and EDA on the LA 308 Airport Access Improvements project. We have submitted plans and specs for EDA review and we have all permits in place except for DOTD which is under final review. Once we receive the permit and approval from EDA, we will be putting it out for bid. Chiasson stated the Cooperative Endeavor with the Parish is on the agenda for the right of way access as required by EDA. With no public comment, the board moved on to Committee Reports. Committee Reports Executive Committee - The committee met September 27th in Fourchon present was P. Gisclair, Griffin, Melancon, and Cheramie. They also met October 9th in Cut Off with all present. Upon motion by Cheramie second by R. Gisclair, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Amendment of Lease with Almost Heaven Holdings to extend the hangar lease at the Airport for 5 years with one 3% escalation. Upon motion by Callais second by Gaudet, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Amendment of Lease with Tailwind Holdings to extend the hangar lease at the Airport for 5 years with one 3% escalation. Permits & Waterways Committee - The committee met September 27th in Fourchon present was Cheramie, P. Gisclair, Griffin, and Callais. They also met October 9th in Cut Off with all present. Chairman Cheramie presented for the board’s review permits from Jefferson Parish Dept. of Public Works, Lafourche Parish Government, Corps of Engineers, and Brian Eymard. Construction & Development Committee - The committee met September 27th in Fourchon present was Bruce, Griffin, P. Gisclair, and R. Gisclair. They also met October 9th in Cut Off with all present.

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