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Analysis: Louisiana ‘rainy day’ fund balance considered low By MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Because of a projected $500 million surplus, Louisiana’s savings account for troubled financial times will receive a sizable $125 million bump in its deposits. But the “rainy day” fund still will remain below its peak after years of depletion to fill budget gaps. While other states have focused on rebuilding their reserves since the last recession, Louisiana spent those years careening from one self-created budget crisis to the next, until Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards and the majority-Republican Legislature reached a sevenyear tax deal in 2018. Recent surpluses have started refilling Louisiana’s rainy day account, formally called the Budget Stabilization Fund. But lawmakers and the governor also stripped a lucrative replenishment source to pay for roadwork rather than sock into the savings account.
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Early Voting begins Saturday
Early voting for the Oct. 12 election will be held all of next week beginning Saturday, Sept. 28 and running through October 5, (with the exception of Sunday). Below is a rundown of statewide and local candidates, along with four Constitutional Amendments that will be appearing on the ballot. Incumbents are denoted with an asterisk (*), Republicans with an (R), Democrats with a (D), Independents with an (I), and Libertarians with an (L). STATEWIDE All list Baton Rouge addresses unless noted otherwise. Governor: Ralph Abraham (R); Oscar “Omar” Dantzler, D-Hammond; John Bel Edwards* (D); Gary Landrieu, I-Metairie; Patrick “Live Wire” Landry, R-New Orleans; Eddie Rispone (R). Lieutenant Governor: Willie Jones, D-
New Orleans; William “Billy” Nungesser*, R-Belle Chasse. Secretary of State: Kyle Ardoin* (R); “Gwen” CollinsGreenup, D-Clinton; Thomas J. Kennedy III, RMetairie; Amanda “Jennings” Smith, R-Bastrop. Attorney General: Ike Jackson Jr., D-Plaquemine; Jeff Landry*, R-Broussard. Treasurer: Derrick Edwards, D-Harvey; Teresa Kenny, no party-New Orleans; John M. Schroder* (R). Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry: Marguerite Green, D-New Orleans; Charlie Greer, D-Natchez; Michael G. “Mike” Strain*, R-Covington; Peter Williams (D); Bradley Zaunbrecher, REgan. Commissioner of Insurance: James J.
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“Jim” Donelon*, R-Metairie; “Tim” Temple (R). Board of Elementary and Secondary Education District 3: “Sandy” LeBlanc Holloway*, RThibodaux; Janice Perea, RHouma. State Senate District 20: Brenda Leroux Babin, D-Houma; Damon J. Baldone, R-Houma; Michael “Big Mike” Fesi, R-Houma; Jerry “Truck” Gisclair, D-Larose; Shane Swan, R-Houma. State Representative District 54: Reggie P. Bagala, R-Lockport; Ernest Boudreaux, R-Lockport; Donny Lerille, RLarose. LAFOURCHE PARISH All list Thibodaux addresses unless noted otherwise. See Voting Page 3-A
It’s Fair Time!
This weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27, 28 and 29, the Cut Off Youth Center will kick off the fall festival season when it hosts its 53rd Annual Hurricane Festival, featuring live music, Cajun food, carnival rides, live auctions, craft booths and so much more. Music will feature a variety of Cajun, rock and Country bands, along with live auctions and pay-one-price rides. Raffle tickets are also being sold for a chance to win $6,000! Enjoy fried oysters, shrimp and fish, seafood gumbo, shrimp boulettes and pistolettes, grillades, and more. If you’re looking for great family fun and food, it’s free admittance, free parking, and worth the drive. See page 3-A for a list of bands and times.
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More that 150 volunteers turn out for Coastal Cleanup Day By Halle Parker Daily Comet Staff Writer
While some beach goers fished or kiteboarded at Elmer’s Island Saturday morning, much of the beach was flooded with volunteers armed with five-gallon buckets, trash grabbers and gloves. Despite the threat of rain, more than 150 people arrived to help pick up trash in one of the many efforts held around the globe as part of International Coastal Cleanup Day. As they walked up to check in, Nicholls State University graduate student Sarah Fontana called out instructions to the groups. Gesturing to the clipboard, she explained how to fill out the data sheet, one that was uniform between all cleanups associated with the day of action. Groups were asked to track their most unusual items and tally the number of times they find specific items like cigarette butts, fishing nets or other waste. Allyse Ferrara, one of the event’s organizers and an environmental biology professor at Nicholls, waited
next to the scales as volunteers emptied their buckets into trash bags to be weighed and thrown into a dumpster. On average, each trash bag weighed about 15 pounds, she said. Ultimately, they removed 3,800 pounds of trash. Last year, they collected more than 3,500 pounds. More than 300 people registered for the cleanup — the most to date. The number of volunteers has slowly increased from 60 during its first year about seven years ago. They also had more sponsors with the Grand Isle Music Fest and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries joining the Thibodaux-based environmental agency Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program and Nicholls State University. Off the Hook also provided jambalaya, and Shell sent volunteers. Before the cleanup officially started, a smaller group of volunteers also participated in a 10minute survey where they collected nurdles — small balls of plastic — on the beach as part of new initia-
tive on the Gulf Coast to track their prevalence. Ferrara said when she participated in the September sampling, their group found 32 nurdles in 10 minutes. This year, the cleanup also coincided with the end of National Estuaries Week, providing a fitting conclusion. See Cleanup Page 9-A
Over 150 volunteers arrived to help pick up trash on Elmer’s Island Saturday. The event was organized by Nicholls State University, the Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program, LA Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries and the Grand Isle Music Fest. (BTNEP)
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Grand Isle early voting is Sept. 30
Early voting for the October 12 Gubernatorial Primary Election will be conducted at the Grand Isle Multiplex, 3101 LA Hwy. 1, Grand Isle, on Monday, September 30. Hours are 10 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Gheens Needy Family Organization to have dinner September 29
The next Gheens Needy Family Organization dinner will be held on September 29th at the Gheens Community Center. Menu will consist of jambalaya, petit pois peas, salad and bread for a donation of $8. Desserts and drinks will also be available to purchase. Meals will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Men’s Prayer Meeting All Men, All Churches Invited
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PRAYING FOR OUR FAMILIES, COMMUNITY AND NATION. ...Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray.
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Commodities to be distributed
The Lafourche Council on Aging, Inc. and Catholic Charities will be giving out Commodities for Seniors 60 years of age and older on the dates and times as follows: - Thursday, September 26th @ Raceland Recreation Center from 7:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. - Monday, September 30th @ Cut Off Youth Center from 7:00 a.m.9:00 a.m. _________________
Lockport KC having Sunday dinner
The Lockport KC’s will hold a fundraiser dinner on Sunday, September 29 from 11 a.m. till 1 p.m. Hamburger steaks with mashed potatoes, sweet peas, salad and bread are on the menu for only $8. ___________________
40 Days for Life campaign to start
40 Days for Life is a community-based campaign that draws attention to the tragedy of abortion through the use of prayer and fasting, peaceful vigil and community outreach. 40 Days for Life takes a determined, peaceful approach to showing local communities the consequences of abortion. It puts into action a desire to cooperate with God in the carrying out of His plan for the end of abortion. The 40day campaign tracks Biblical history, where God used 40-day periods to transform individuals, communities and the entire world. FMI contact Debbie or Mark Cheramie at 985-691-2957.
Letters and Opinions
Bayou Bell Ringers thanks donors
The Bayou Bell Ringers and its supporting agency We Can All Ring, Inc., would like to give our sincerest heart filled thanks to Chad and Trixy Boudreaux (Joe’s Septic Contractors Inc.) for their more than generous personal contribution to the Ringers. The past few years have been really hard on the Bayou Bell Ringers financially. We have been committed to the wonderful loving population of people with handicaps and disabilities for 25 years in the Lafourche, Terrebonne and Jefferson parishes, offering them unparalleled experiences in music therapy through the art of hand bell ringing as it originated on Bayou Lafourche. Lotto Numbers for September 21, 2019 11 - 19 - 25 27 - 29 - 40
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These experiences foster self-confidence, increased attention span, and improved cognitivism that they use in their everyday lives, contributing to community functioning and being happy well-adjusted individuals. Our community has always been very generous to this very special group of performers. Should you want to help, our address is: P. O. Box 116, Cut Off, LA 70345. We have many generous donors who wish to remain anonymous, who we wish to thank as well. That is why we have been able to maintain this priceless group for so many years. With the economy the way it has been for the past several years it has been an ever present struggle to keep this organization alive. The dayto-day expenses such as
bell replacements for broken bells and insurance needs have been a particular hardship we have struggled to overcome. This in turn puts an even greater financial burden on an already strained budget. That is why you are such a great blessing to us and have in a very real sense given us another year. Expenditures on insurance and day-to-day upkeep of our group’s needs greatly hinder what places we can perform and what we can offer the public. With your generous help, we can continue our mission to ring hand bells for GOD’s glory and show that people with handicaps/disabilities are people first. The only limits they have are the ones we place upon them. May GOD mightily bless you for your tremendous contribution! Janice Grammer Bayou Bell Ringers Contact Rep
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District Judge 17th Judicial District Court, Division C: Marla Abel (R); Rene C. Gautreaux (I); Todd Joffrion (R). Sheriff: Craig Jaccuzzo, no party-Houma; Thomas Rodrigue, RCut Off; Craig Webre* (R). Parish President: Archie Chaisson III, RLockport; Joseph “Joe” Fertitta (R); Luci Sposito (R). PARISH COUNCIL District 1: Jerry Jones* (D); Burnell Tolbert (D); Jimmie Wilson (no party); Earl Woods Jr. (D). District 2: William “T-Boo” Adams (R); Niles Riche (R). District 5: Albert Louis Martin Jr., no party-Houma; James “Jim” Wendell, no partyHouma. District 6: Spence Cressionie, no partyGheens; Corey Perrillioux, no party-Raceland. District 8: Alices P. Adams, no party-Cut Off; “D’Lynn” Boudreaux, R-Cut Off. District 9: Will Lasseigne, no party-Galliano; Daniel Lorraine*, I-Golden Meadow. Voters will also decide on the following four Constitutional Amendments: Amendment 1: Offshore Goods Property Tax Exemption. A vote for would create a property tax exemption for certain goods destined for the Outer Continental Shelf. A vote against would
Officials say West Nile still a threat despite fewer cases
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — West Nile virus cases in Louisiana are way down from a year ago but the state epidemiologist says people statewide still need to protect themselves against mosquitoes. Knowing where people have become ill or where the virus has been found in mosquito pools can give people a false sense of security because West Nile is statewide, Dr. Raoult Ratard said Thursday. Precautions include using insect repellant, wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants, fixing holes in door and window screens, and making sure there’s no standing water in your yard. Louisiana Department of Health statistics show 12 cases through last week, compared to 79 by the same week in 2018. That includes six cases of dangerous nervous system infections, down from 48 at this time last year. People age 65 and older are at most risk of neuroinvasive disease, which can kill or leave permanent damage.
continue such taxation unless ruled unconstitutional under the U.S. Commerce Clause. Amendment 2: Adds Schools to the Education Excellence Fund. A vote for would allow the Education Excellence Fund to finance three more schools and public TV. A vote against would keep the Fund’s money limited to the current recipients. A m e n d m e n t 3: Board of Tax Appeals Jurisdiction. A vote for would allow the Board of Tax Appeals to rule on constitutional questions. A vote against would continue to assign constitutional questions in tax disputes only to the
courts. Amendment 4: New Orleans Tax Exemption for Affordable Housing. A vote for would give New Orleans the ability to create a residential property tax exemption for affordable housing developments. A vote against would keep the current property tax structure in New Orleans. The Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, known as PAR, released its online guide to these constitutional amendments. The organization warns that this year’s amendment lineup will be “especially challenging” for voters because they are “among the most arcane proposals
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citizens have faced” on their ballots. The PAR guide doesn’t offer recommendations about how to vote, but provides the arguments of supporters and opponents of each proposal and can be found on their website at parlouisiana.org.
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Trojans storm past Tarpons 3-0 on the season, while the Tarpons are 0-3. Trojans coach Keith Menard said he’s proud of the way his team played its annual foe. “I thought we did what we had to do early to take the lead,� Menard said. “Facing a team like them, they want to have the ball and stay ahead of the clock and the chains. We got a lead and I think it took them out of what they’re comfortable doing. And we did a good job building it and continuing to push it forward with the opportunities we were given.� Having senior halfback Deon Jenkins helps, too. The dominant Trojans’ senior rushed for close to 300 yards and four scores in the win. For the season, Jenkins now is approaching 1,000 yards with 14 touchdowns.
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Historically, South Lafourche has dominated its annual rivalry date with Central Lafourche, easily leading the all-time series with their cross-parish foes. But lately, the Trojans have been fighting back with a vengeance, including on Friday night when they easily ran past their rivals. The Trojans beat South Lafourche 41-13 on Friday night, using a powerful running game and timely, opportunistic defense to secure the win. The Trojans are now
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The team has played just 3 games. “It’s been amazing to see,� Menard said. A lot of Jenkins’ damage came early. He scored three of his touchdowns in the first half, enabling the Trojans to take a 13-0 lead at the end of the first quarter and a 27-0 lead at halftime. The other score in the first half for Central Lafourche was a touchdown pass from quarterback Ashtrein Duncan to Jansen Folse in the second quarter. The Tarpons had their chances, too, but couldn’t convert. Unlike the first few games of the season where South Lafourche struggled to move the ball, they did push the pile forward throughout the game against the Trojans, getting into the red zone four times in the game. But only two
Thibodaux wins second week football contest
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In the second half, the Tarpons did finish a drive on a short score from Francois Terrebonne to make it 27-7. Jenkins answered with a touchdown of his own to put the Trojans up 34-7 in the fourth quarter. Deron Doucet finished South Lafourche’s scoring with a touchdown to make
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Colonels win Southland opener at SFA, 48-30 From Nicholls Sports
NACOGDOCHES, Texas – The Nicholls State University football team scored touchdowns on five of its first six drives and rushed for 291 yards in the game to knock off Stephen F. Austin, 4830, Saturday night at Homer Bryce Stadium. With the win, Nicholls improved to 2-1 overall and 1-0 in Southland play. The win was the fourth consecutive in the series against Stephen F. Austin (0-4, 0-1 SLC) and the first road-opening league win since 2010. Sophomore Julien Gums led the rushing attack with his third career 100-yard game and first for the Colonels this season, totaling 135 yards and a career-high three touchdowns on 22 carries. Quarterback Chase Fourcade scored twice on the ground, tacking on 59 yards rushing. Jeremy Rounds found the end zone for the first time in 2019, adding 72 yards on nine carries. Fourcade’s lone TD pass came early in the second quarter to Stefano Guarisco for 14 yards. Guarisco finished with four catches for 51 yards. Nicholls will head back to Texas for the third consecutive week, ending its nonconference slate against FBS Texas State on Saturday.
Lafourche born. Lafourche raised. Lafourche proud! Lafourche born. Lafourche raised. Lafourche proud!
I was raised in Cut Off. My dad owned a pharmacy and my mom was a homemaker. They taught me the values of hardraised workin and That’sawhy I went into I was Cuthelping Off. Myothers. dad owned pharmacy and the practice of law. my mom was a homemaker. They taught me the values of hard work and helping others. That’s why I went into I’m proud of my service as an Assistant the practice of law. District Attorney. I’ve secured convictions against some of the most dangerous That’s of serving ourAttorney. community. criminals in thisofparish. I’m proud my service asmy an way Assistant District I’ve secured convictions against some of the most dangerous I’ve served as anmy Assistant District our Attorney for criminals in thisLafourche parish. That’s way of serving community. 16 years. I’d like to serve Lafourche as your next District Judge. I’ve served Lafourche as an Assistant District Attorney for 16 years. I’d like to serve Lafourche as your next District Judge.
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Ernest Boudreaux’s accomplishments as Lockport Chief or Police are well documented. Even the Presidents of the United States recognized Ernest Boudreaux. Out of 52 states, only 1 state was picked, 1 town was picked and 1 man was picked BECAUSE of his dedication, his outstanding service and his voice for the people he represented. If he can do this for Lockport, imagine what he can do as your State Representative in Baton Rouge?
“Please allow me to serve you, the people of District 54. Louisiana is first on so many ‘bad’ lists. We need to reverse this trend. I want the residents of District 54 to understand I am not running to make friends in Baton Rouge. I am running to get a job done!”
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Wednesday, September 25, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
HOMES
For Sale: Three bedroom furnished home. Located on Hwy 308, Larose, North of the Intracoastal Bridge. Asking $132,000. Call 985-772-5467 FMI. _________________________ House For Sale: Three bedroom, two bath brick home. Whole house generator, fireplace, two carport and shed. Located in Golden Meadow. Asking $80,000. Call 985-6911955 or 985-691-3301 FMI. _________________________ House For Sale: REDUCED! 2120 South Bayou Dr., Golden Meadow. SOLID 3 bedroom/1 bath on parade route. Lots of parking, large screened in patio, large shed, plenty of storage, covered carport. Call 337515-3478 or 985-632-6883. _________________________ House For Sale in Cut Off: 108 West 66th Street, two bedroom, one bath. 1100 sg. ft. $65,000. Call (985) 696-6016, leave message. _________________________ Mobile Home: For Sale in Cut Off. 2010 River Birch, 16x64, Two bedroom, 2 baths. Open kitchen and living room. Porch, gutters, skirting, blocks, central air and heat. Partially furnished. Excellent condition. Must be moved. Asking $30,000. 985696-0114. _________________________ House For Sale: Three bedroom, 2 bath, kitchen, living room, dining room, and utility room. Asking $100,000. Located @232 Oak D St., in Larose. FMI Call 985-258-3020. _________________________ Home For Sale: 112 West 197 St. Two bedrooms, one bath, kitchen, living room, utility, family room with fireplace, plus more room. Lot is 79’x136’; partly furnished. Asking $65,000 with shed. Call (985) 696-0220. _________________________
202 Ranchland Trace Lockport
This 4 year old home located out of city limits on Hwy 308 in a newly developed subdivision offers 3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, 1754 sq.ft. living, 2450 sq. ft. total, 90’x151’ fenced in corner lot, laminate and tile flooring, granite countertops, wood plank ceiling,two car carport, huge closets, crown molding, big laundry room, no flood zone, and much more! Asking below appraisal at $255,500 Call or Text for additional pictures and information985.258.9818
BUSINESSES
Warehouse/office for rent: 2000 sq. ft. warehouse with office located on HWY 308 near East 63rd St. in Cut Off. Bayou side is available if needed. Price is negotiable depending on how/what used for. Please call 985-691-3104. _________________________
LAND
Mississippi Hunting Land For Sale: 40 acres “One square block”. Easy access from gravel road, nice fish pond, lots of deer and turkey. Clean power line with box stand. Many extra options, pictures available. Large lease option with purchase. Call for price Bryan 985-696-5550. _________________________
FOR RENT
For Rent: 2 bedroom, 2 bath trailer in Larose on private lot; $750/month. FMI Call 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________________ FREE RENT! Ask us about our move in special. Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath Apartment for Rent in Cut Off: $800/month with a $750 deposit for an unfurnished apartment. washer/dryer included. Pets welcomed. Call Billat 985-325-5626. Go to coteblancheapartments.com to see pictures. Furnished units available with long term lease.
For Rent: Three bedroom, one bath apartment; refrigerator and stove. $750/month, $500/deposit. Also: Two bedroom, one bath trailer, refrigerator and stove. Utilities paid, and grass cut. $650/month, $400/deposit. Located in Larose. Call 6652548. _________________________ House For Rent: Newly remodeled house, unfurnished; two bedroom, on bath, stove, central heat, A/C, quiet neighborhood. No pets, no smoking. Washer/ dryer hookups. $600/monthly and $600 security deposit. Located in Galliano on West side. FMI call 985-6960229. Must sign a 12 month lease. _________________________
Bunk Bed For Sale Includes full size bottom mattress and twin size upper mattress $300
Call 985-805-0819
Embroidery Machine For Sale Brother Persona PRS100
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Comes with thousands of embroidery designs, stabilizers, thread, laptop computer and 2 embroidery programs. Asking $4,500.
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MLS 154028: Located at 130 Norman Street in Golden Meadow. 3-4 bedroom, 2 full baths, 2147 sq. ft., 1 acre lot, big kitchen, $241,000 Call Lisa Plaisance for a showing!
985-691-4947 200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off 985-325-7107 Since 1916
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 985-6374133.
For Rent: 4 bedroom brick home, newly remodeled in December; located in Cut Off; $865/month, $865/deposit. ALSO, 1 bedroom Apt. $525/month, $525/deposit; Cut off; Utilities Paid. Call John at 398-0179. _________________________ Trailer For Rent: Two bedroom, partly furnished. Golden Meadow area. FMI call 6651220. _________________________ For Rent: One bedroom, one bath studio with kitchenette. $375/month plus utilities. Mathew/Raceland area. Call (985) 537-9259 _________________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 bedroom, 2 bath, $800/month, $500/deposit; no smoking, no pets; accepting applications; leave message, 985-696-2270. _________________________
AUTOS
2014 Chevrolet Silverado. 5.3L, v8; crew cab; white exterior; black cloth interior; bed cover; excellent condition; only 60k miles; asking $23k. Call or text 985-258-9819 or 985-2589818. _________________________
MERCHANDISE
Double Mausoleum or Crypt for Sale. Located in Cut Off behind Sacred Heart Church. Asking $8,000. Call 985-258-7054. _________________________
CAMPER
2015 Coachman Pursuit 31BD Class A Motorhome For Sale: 7800 miles; sleeps 6-8; 32 ft. long; 2 slide outs and more. $65,000, includes lifetime Yogi Bear membership. Text or call Laurie at 630-2200177. ________________________
Camper For Sale: $62,000. 2015 Ford Forester RV; V10 gasoline; lots of storage; 7600 miles; 31’ long; 2 slide outs; sleeps 8; on board generator; FMI 985-696-6133 or 985-6651495. _________________________
2011 Cherokee Camper Model 28BH, $7000 Extra Equipment
Call 985-860-6702
NEW LISTING
This 2600 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 2 bath home offers tons of potential with a 3200 sq.ft. warehouse with kitchen and bath and sits on 17 acres with crawfish pond and fish pond. Located on 154 Alida Lane in Larose.
$350,000
Call Addy Legendre or Lisa Plaisance for a showing!
985-691-3873 985-691-4947 Since 1916
200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off 985-325-7107
WANT TO BUY
Used cars: I pay top dollar for used cars. Will pick up free of charge. Call 985-637-3536 FMI. _________________________
GARAGE SALES
Large Family Garage Sale at 112 B&R Lane in Golden Meadow on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, September 27, 28 and 29 from 8 am till. _________________________ Yard Sale: 287 East 37th Street, Cut Off. Thursday, September 26 from 8am til. NO EARLY BIRDS! Clothes (Junior to Plus size), men and women, furniture, kitchenware, home décor, shoes, knick knacks, luggage and purses, jewelry and much more! _________________________
HELP WANTED
Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ 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. _________________________ SBL Construction is hiring a CDL Drivers, Routabouts, Dozer Operators. Must be able to pass drug screen/ physical, be reliable and have own transportation to work. FMI call 985665-1220. _________________________ Pacific Gulf Wire Rope Inc., Fourchon has an immediate opening for a CDL driver and facility technicians. Competitive pay and benefits. Apply online at pacgulf.com http://pacgulf.com/ or email resume to cy@pacgulf.com _________________________
has job opportunities for an I&R Technician. Apply online at www.viscom.net. E.O.E. ___________________________ Crew Driver/ Warehouse Worker: The Driver/Warehouse position is primarily responsible for 1) delivering crews and supplies to various ports between AL, MS, LA and TX; and 2) various warehouse inventory and yard activity located in the Larose area. Must have valid driver’s license, clean driving record and TWIC. Experience preferred. Send resumes to Help Wanted, PO Drawer 1450, Larose, LA 70373. _________________________ Thomassie Construction is hiring Full Time Position: Superintendent, lead carpenters, carpenter helpers. Experience a must. Apply in person at 104 St. Peter Road, Thibodaux. Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm. _________________________
The Lafourche Council on Aging has a job opening for Homemaker in the Golden Meadow area. Starting pay is $10.31 per hour. Twenty-three hours per week. Mileage is reimbursed at $.58 per mile. Must have reliable transportation with working odometer reading. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test. Must be able to pass nationwide background check. Must provide proof of liability insurance. Deadline to apply is Friday, September 27th at 12:00 noon. Apply at Lafourche Council on Aging Office in Mathews (985) 532-0458 E.O.E. _________________________ Help Wanted: Griffin’s Marina is now accepting applications for Deli Dept. Apply in person only at 24215 Hwy. 1 in Leeville.
CENTRAL GULF TOWING Is now taking applications for
Licensed Captains With Inland and Offshore Experience
Apply In Person 14561 West Main • Cut Off or Call 985-632-4400
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Special Education District No. 1, The Center, is seeking Full-Time Direct Support Worker fir its gift shop in Cut Off. Successful candidate must be at least 18 years old with a valid Louisiana’s Drives License and possess a GED or high school diploma. Retail experience preferred. Applications can be filled out Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 5510 West Avenue D, West 55th Street in Cut Off. Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, October 9. _________________________
SERVICES
Low cost lawn care and pressure washing. Free estimates. Call Raymond G. at 985-258-8577 _________________________ 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 985-6965174. _________________________ 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!
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. ________________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-637-6279. _________________________ 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.
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) 2586047. _________________________ 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!
Curry’s Tree Service: Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-2580465. _________________________ Tim Harris Flooring & Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminate, wood, ceramic showers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985-677-2526. _________________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small! Call Leonard Evans at 985-677-2959. _________________________ Bayou Boys Construction All types of Construction/Roofing/Renovations/Turnkey business. We do it all. Office 985-722-0935 or 985-8706911. Workmans comp and liability insurance.
Thomas’ PC Repair, Upgrade and Salvage. Call 985-2780079. _________________________ Professional Cleaning Services Let us do the dirty work! Residential and commercial. Our services are mopping, dusting, vacuuming, base boards and more. Give us a call. We do it all! Call Jessica at (985) 688-6548 or Brandi (985) 688-1473. _________________________
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. _________________________ Lost Cat: Black/white tabby, fluffy, shy. Answers to Bobo. Reward is found. Call (985) 696-5662. _________________________
OBITUARIES
TAYLOR LEONARD
Taylor Noel Leonard, 17, a native and resident of Larose passed away on Friday September 20, 2019. A visitation will be held at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano on Wednesday, September 25, from 9 a.m. until service time. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. in the funeral parlor with procession following to her burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery. Taylor is survived by her parents, Josh Leonard and Jilly Orgeron; sister, Renee’ Bruce; grandparents, Rebecca Leonard and Russell and Jenny Orgeron; niece, Addison Bruce; and cousins, Rustin Orgeron, Lundun Thomassie, and Arcly Griffin; uncles, Kirk Leonard, TRuss Orgeron, and Ralph Orgeron; aunts, Lillie Leonard, Mindy Orgeron, and Kimberly Orgeron. Ms. Leonard was preceded in death by her great grandparents, Ena Leonard and Joseph Leonard Jr., Norma Nicol David and Harold Nicol, Joseph David, and Joseph Leonard, Norman and Laura Dufrene, and Boutte and Odette Orgeron; grandfather, Joseph Leonard. Taylor loved animals, of all shapes and sizes, shopping, going to the camp, kayaking, driving her car, and sleepovers with her best-friend Courtlyn. Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements. __________________
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Meanwhile, the $406 million balance in the fund remains below the level of reserves that national credit rating agencies advise — and below the level that half the nation’s states have in their rainy day funds — even as economists have warned a national recession could be on the horizon. “Now’s a good time to prepare by filling up the rainy day fund,” said Robert Travis Scott, president of the Public Affairs Research Council, a nonpartisan government watchdog group. “We do not have it filled to the rate that’s probably prudent for the next economic cycle, and it’s clearly short of what the rating agencies say.” While Moody’s Investors Service improved Louisiana’s credit outlook to “positive” last week, the Wall Street credit rating agency dinged the state for its low rainy day fund, calling it a “credit weakness.” Louisiana created the savings account in its constitution in 1990 and reworked it eight years later, requiring that lawmakers earmark one-quarter of any surpluses into the fund. While certain income tied to oil and gas also flows into the account, the benchmarks to trigger such deposits haven’t been reached in many years. The fund can be tapped when the state income forecast for an upcoming budget year is less than the current year. Only one-third can be withdrawn in a twoyear period, and a twothirds legislative vote is required. The Budget Stabilization Fund topped $853 million at its high point in the 2008-09 financial year, according to the treasurer’s office. Former Gov. Bobby Jindal, Edwards and lawmakers siphoned off money five times in the last decade to lessen financial gaps, draining it to $287 million three years ago. Three years of surpluses are starting to replenish the account. Edwards, running
for a second term on the Oct. 12 ballot, highlights the increased rainy day deposits as a sign Louisiana’s on improved financial footing, pushing back on criticism that he and lawmakers raised taxes too high. But while the upcoming surplus deposit will boost the savings balance to more than $530 million, its highest level since 2014, that’s not nearly enough for Treasurer John Schroder. “You’ve got to be well over a billion dollars to be healthy,” the Republican official said. “If we’re going to create some stability in this state, having a healthy savings account is part of that stability.” Louisiana’s lawmakers had pledged another stream of annual cash would flow into the rainy day fund, a portion of hundreds of millions in Gulf oil spill recovery money that Louisiana is receiving from BP PLC as compensation for economic damage from the massive spill. But Edwards and lawmakers earlier this year redirected those dollars to instead finance roadwork, bridge upgrades and port improvements. That will leave surpluses as the primary driver for filling the rainy day fund. If no surpluses appear, lawmakers and the governor have to put at least $25 million in the account annually, part of the settlement of a lawsuit involving prior uses of the fund. Schroder suggests lawmakers and the governor should spend less than all the state dollars available yearly, to create new surpluses. Scott wants to see Louisiana rewrite its tax structure to lessen the unpredictability of its revenue streams. “As long as you have a tax base that is sort of inherently uncertain and volatile, as we currently have it structured,” Scott said, “you’re probably going to need more money in a Budget Stabilization Fund than we have now.” ___ EDITOR’S NOTE: Melinda Deslatte has covered Louisiana politics for The Associated Press since 2000. Follow her at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte
Arrest reports
The following information is based on reports from The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty. SEPTEMBER 19, 2019 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Sherman Allen, 38, Larose. Contempt of court (2 cts). Dustin Becker, 30, Chauvin. Revocation of parole for violation of condition. Blaine Bergeron, 30, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (4 cts). Spenser Boudreaux, 31, Morgan City. Contempt of court. Blaine Breaux, 32, Galliano. Contempt of court (2 cts). Adrian Carmack, 24, Thibodaux. Operating vehicle while intoxicated. Jessie Davis, 27, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Dylan Melancon, 22, Golden Meadow. Simple criminal damage to property. Justin Toussaint, 39, Raceland. Contempt of court (4 cts). Jackquaelyn Delatte, 28, Cut Off. Possession with intent to distribute heroin; taking contraband to/ from penal institutions prohibited; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia. Linda Moreno, 20, Cut Off. Possession of xanax; possession of marijuana (1st); possession of suboxone; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia. Patrick Orgeron, 36, Larose. Distribution of methamphetamine. Louisiana State Police Ginger Lirette, 47, Cut Off. Failure to drive on right side of road; DWI (1st). SEPTEMBER 20, 2019 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Jeremy Adams, 43, Raceland. Expired motor vehicle inspection; contempt of court (3 cts); operating vehicle with suspended license; possession of methamphetamine. Patricia Alexander, 48, Galliano. Contempt of court.
Bid notice
LEGAL NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS PURCHASE OF ONE USED 85G HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
Sealed bids will be received by the Board of Commissioners, South Lafourche Levee District, 17904 Highway 3235, Galliano, LA 70354, until 10:00 A.M. October 14, 2019, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read for the purchase of: One (1) used 85G hydraulic excavator as described under GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS in the Bid Proposal Form. 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. Required Bid Proposal Forms are available online at www.slld.org, at www.centralauctionhouse.com, or
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Blaine Bergeron, 30, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Cameron Boudreaux, 18, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/ parole. Matthew Braud, 36, Chackbay. Contempt of court. James Craig, 29, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 cts). Jessie Davis, 27, Thibodaux. Revocation of parole for violation of condition. Christopher Dupre, 43, Raceland. Contempt of court. Eris Dupre, 37, Houma. Contempt of court. Caine Mallard, 22, Houma. Contempt of court (2 cts). Paul Plaisance, 28, Cut Off. Indecent behavior with juveniles. Blake Hernandez, 28, Larose. Obscenity. Thibodaux Police Dept. Marlin Bonvillain, 24, Houma. Contempt of court. Korey Davis, 19, Thibodaux. Resisting an officer. Andre Himel, 20, Thibodaux. Possession of hydrocodone; illegal carrying of weapon in presence of controlled dangerous substance. Shelby Vizier, 25, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation. SEPTEMBER 21, 2019 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Jackquealyn Delatte, 28, Cut Off. Contempt of court (2 cts). Freddie Goodwin, 35, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Mark Trosclair, 35, Raceland. Contempt of court. SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Brandon Frelich, 27, LA. Theft. Scott Leger, 40, Galliano. Domestic abuse battery. William Meissner, 59, Lockport. Careless operation; DWI (4th); possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle. Lonnie Truxillo, 49, Raceland. Contempt of court (4 cts). Golden Meadow Toby Rodrigue, 43, Golden Meadow. Criminal trespass. Louisiana State Police Amy Dufrene, 41, Cut Off. Driving on roadway laned for traffic; DWi (1st).
may be picked up at the South Lafourche Levee District located at 17904 Hwy 3235, Galliano, LA. Bids will be received by the South Lafourche Levee District, 17904 Louisiana Highway 3235, Post Office Box 426, Galliano, Louisiana 70354, until 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 14, 2019 at which time and place bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids may be submitted in person at the physical address noted above, online at www.centralauctionhouse.com, or by mail at the Post Office Box noted above. The envelope should be marked Bid on Used 85G Excavator. No bids will be received after 10:00 a.m. 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. /s/ Windell A. Curole Executive Secretary 9/22/19 9/25/19 10/2/19
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“It’s great to do something like this with it,” said Ferrara. “I think we’re lucky to work in the biggest estuary in the nation and what I think is the most important one.” Throughout the week, Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program, or BTNEP, held a social media campaign to raise awareness about estuaries and their significance. BTNEP Public Involvement Coordinator Seth Moncrief said the cleanup wasn’t only about removing trash but showing people who participate that the estuary faces serious issues. “Many people only live an hour north, but they’ve never been here,” he said. “This shows them that we do have a marine debris problem.” While some of the trash is left behind by people visiting the beach, most of it washes onshore from other places along the Gulf of Mexico or farther away. He said they’ve found bottles from Japan. “If every one of the people here go home and tells one person that they should limit
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their plastic and trash, it’s a success,” said Moncrief. Though Nicholls sophomore Rhea Patureau and boyfriend Blaze Coleman were mainly motivated to volunteer by bonus points for biology class, they said they were surprised by how much trash they had found within the first hour of them arriving. Coleman said it was his first time participating in a beach cleanup and found it interesting how much of the trash appeared to have washed up on the beach. Nicholls graduate student Taylor Beck said she had volunteered before but was always happy to see more people help. The Florida native said she found that at the beaches in her home state, people never noticed the amount of trash coming out of the ocean. Like the BTNEP staff, she hopes that participating helps increase awareness. “If they know it’s here, then maybe they’ll be more interested in coming out all the time,” she said.
— Daily Comet Staff Writer Halle Parker can be reached at hparker@houmatoday.com or 857-2204. Follow her on Twitter, @_thehalparker.
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