Thibodaux Daily Comet
October 27, 2026
PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF SPECIAL EDUCATI3ON DISTRICT NO. 1 OF THE PARISH OF LAFOURCHE, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR BOARD MEETING HELD ON
Thursday,
September 17, 2026
The Board of Commissioners of Special Education District No.1 of the Parish of Lafourche, State of Louisiana, met in regular session at its regular meeting place, The Center, Cut Off, Louisiana on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at twelve (12:00) oclock p.m., pursuant to provisions of due notice given in writing to each member thereof and duly posted in the manner provided by law.
Item 1. Call to Order
President Louviere convened the meeting in accordance with the aforesaid written notice and then stated the commission was ready for the transaction of business.
Item 2. Roll call
President Louviere proceeded to call roll.
Present: President Peter Louviere, Second Vice-President Chad Callais, Secretary Beth Cheramie, Treasurer Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot and James Bouvier;
Absent: 1- First Vice President Tad A. Lafont
Guests: Torie Lee, Corina Joy, Alex Arceneaux, Erin Doucet, Gabrielle Thibodaux, Blanca Pasache, and Austin Chavez
Item 3. Pledge of Allegiance
President Louviere called upon Mr. James Bouvier to lead the Board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Item 4. Recognition of Program Participants with Continuous Attendance
President Peter Louviere presented an award to the following Program Participants: Ms. Shaquitta Green for One Year of attendance and Mr. Cade Guidry for One Year of attendance.
Item 5. Recognition of One Employee with Continuous Service
President Peter Louviere presented awards to the following Employee for their Recognition of Service: Mrs. Raven Borne for One Year of Service and Mrs. Erin Doucet for Five Years of Service.
Item 6. Approval of minutes from last meeting
President Louviere asked if any board member had changes to the minutes of the August 20, 2026 board meeting. Hearing no comments Mr. Chad Callais offered a motion, seconded by Mr. James Boucvier to accept last months meeting minutes as presented. Voting on the motion was as follows:
YEAS: Peter Louviere, Chad Callais, Beth Cheramie, Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot and James Bouvier;
NAYS: None
ABSENT: 1- Tad Lafont
Motion carried.
Item 7. Comments from the Public
Hearing none. President Louviere informed the Board of the next agenda item.
Item 8. Committee Meetings:
Item 8 A.1: Finance Committee Report
President Louviere called upon Treasurer Celeste Bychurch, who then deferred to Ms. Corina Joy to discuss:
Item 8 A.1. Review Monthly Invoice Report for August 2026
Ms. Joy presented financial reports for the month of August 2026 calling attention to the following: On the Income Statement: Weve received payment from the surplus vehicle that was sold. On the Invoice Distribution Report: Payment made to Blanchards Refrigeration for the kitchen freezer repair, Payment made to the Department of Transportation & Development for the down payment of two new shuttle vans, and Payment made to Melanie Carlos for staff CPR training. Payment made to River Parish Disposal for a repair made to the bailer, Payment made to Secretary of State for election fees, Payment made to Stat link for quarterly software fees and Payment made to Wright National Flood Insurance for yearly insurance. Ms. Joy concluded her report reviewing the Budget Comparison Schedule: The net change in fund balance is remaining within guidelines set by Louisiana Legislative Auditor. Hearing no further comments, Mr. James Bouvier offered a motion, seconded by Mrs. Wanda Theriot to accept the August Invoice Reports as presented. Voting on the motion was as follows:
YEAS: Peter Louviere, Beth Cheramie, Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot and James Bouvier;
NAYS: None
ABSENT: 2- Tad Lafont and Chad Callais
Motion carried.
Item 8 A.2. Adopt Resolution of Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Audit.
Ms. Joy explained this resolution is adopted annually after agencys completion of the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire duly provided to the auditor to test for accuracy of responses during the course of a regular audit. President Louviere read aloud the Resolution and hearing no questions, Mrs. Wanda Theriot offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Chad Callais to adopt the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Audit as presented. Voting on the motion was as follows:
YEAS: Peter Louviere, Chad Callais, Beth Cheramie, Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot and James Bouvier;
NAYS: None
ABSENT: 1- Tad Lafont
Motion carried.
Topic B: Policy Committee Report
Hearing none. President Louviere informed the Board of the next agenda item.
Topic C: Building and Grounds Report
President Louviere called upon Austin Chavez, Maintenance Supervisor, to discuss:
Item 8 C.1. Update of Facilities
Mr. Chavez began his report by providing an update to our facility. Updates are as follows: The chiller has been repaired and is no longer shutting off, one of the hot water pumps is being repaired, and a shuttle is being repaired due to a catalyst converter issue.
Item 9. Executive Director Report
President Louviere called upon Torie Lee, Executive Director to discuss:
Item 9.1. Update on Area Reports
Mrs. Lee informed the Board of the following: We have submitted the DOTD grant for next fiscal year, We purchased a new maintenance truck, and we will be participating in several craft shows including Thibodauxville, Lady of the Sea community day, Cheramie Farms Christmas event, and Bless Your Heart Christmas party. Our clients participated in saying the Pledge of Allegiance and singing the National Anthem at the flag pole in remembrance of 9/11. We are participating in Socktober and the community Trunk or Treat at the Golden Meadow Park.
Item 10. Old Business
Hearing none. President Louviere informed the Board of the next agenda item.
Item 11. New Business
Item 11.1: Review and Declare One Vehicle and One Item as Surplus
Mrs. Torie Lee informed the Board of the 2009 White Chevy Extended Cab Truck to be declared as surplus. Hearing no comments, Mr. Chad Callais offered a motion, seconded by Mr. James Bouvier to declare the vehicle as surplus. Voting on the motion was as follows:
YEAS: Peter Louviere, Chad Callais, Beth Cheramie, Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot and James Bouvier;
NAYS: None
ABSENT: 1- Tad Lafont
Motion carried.
Mrs. Torie Lee informed the Board of the Gravely Zero Turn Lawnmower to be declared as surplus. Hearing no comments, Mrs. Beth Cheramie offered a motion, seconded by Mrs. Celeste Bychurch to declare the vehicle as surplus. Voting on the motion was as follows:
YEAS: Peter Louviere, Chad Callais, Beth Cheramie, Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot and James Bouvier;
NAYS: None
ABSENT: 1- Tad Lafont
Motion carried.
Item 12. Comments from the Public
Hearing none. President Louviere informed the Board of the next agenda item.
Item 13. Announcements
Hearing none. President Louviere informed the Board of the next agenda item.
Item 14. Adjournment
Mrs. Beth Cheramie offered a motion, seconded by Mr. James Bouvier to adjourn. Voting on the motion was as follows:
YEAS: Peter Louviere, Chad Callais, Beth Cheramie, Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot and James Bouvier;
NAYS: None
ABSENT: 1- Tad Lafont
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 12:34 p.m.
Peter Louviere, President
Beth Cheramie, Secretary
10/27/26 ($238.50)
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