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Thibodaux Daily Comet
Thibodaux
September 5, 2026
Lafourche Parish Civil Service Meeting, July 15, 2026 Page 1 of 9 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS LAFOURCHE PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BOARD JULY 15, 2026, REGULAR MEETING The Civil Service Board of the Lafourche Parish Government met in regular session in the Civil Service Meeting Room located in the Lafourche Parish Agriculture Building, 402 West Fifth Street, Thibodaux, Louisiana, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at five-thirty (5:30) oclock p.m., pursuant to the provisions of a notice of regular session duly promulgated and posted in accordance with the law. Mr. Adam Lefort, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm with the following: PRESENT: Mr. Adam Lefort, Chair Mr. Benjamin Comeaux, Vice-Chair Mrs. Sarah Daigle Ms. Kaitlyn Adams Mrs. Trinette Wallace ABSENT: None The Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mrs. Sarah Daigle. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Item No. 1 on the agenda was the acceptance of minutes from the May 13, 2026 meeting. A motion was offered by Mrs. Sarah Daigle, seconded by Mrs. Trinette Wallace, and carried by a vote of (5) yeas, (0) nays, (0) absent, to dispense with the reading of the minutes. A motion was offered by Ms. Kaitlyn Adams, seconded by Mrs. Sarah Daigle, and carried by a vote of (5) yeas, (0) nays, (0) absent, to adopt the May 13, 2026 minutes as written including all actions taken at the meeting. PUBLIC HEARING The next item on the agenda was Item No. 2, Public Hearing to hear public comments regarding the following: Amending the Purchasing Specialist 3 job description to change the FLSA status; and authorizing the Civil Service Department to process all changes. There were no questions or comments from the Board regarding the proposed amendment to the Purchasing Specialist 3 job description, nor were there any public comments. Amending the Accountant 2 job description to change the FLSA status; and authorizing the Civil Service Department to process all changes. There were no questions or comments from the Board regarding the proposed amendment to the Accountant 2 job description, nor were there any public comments. Amending the Right-of-Way Coordinator 3 job description to change the FLSA status, job title, and chain of command; and authorizing the Civil Service Department to process all changes. There were no questions or comments from the Board regarding the proposed amendment to the Right-of-Way Coordinator 3 job description, nor were there any public comments. Amending the definition of Immediate Family in Chapter 9, Section 4 (Funeral Leave), and the Definitions section of the Civil Service Manual to include an employees grandparent and grandchild. There were no questions or comments from the Board regarding the proposed amendment to the definition of "Immediate Family" in the Civil Service Manual, nor were there any public comments. RESOLUTIONS A motion was offered by Mr. Adam Lefort, seconded by Mrs. Sarah Daigle, and carried by a vote of (5) yeas, (0) nays, (0) absent, to adopt Resolution Nos. CS26-004, CS26-005, CS26-006, and CS26-007 as presented and authorize the Civil Service Department to process all changes. Item No. 3 was Resolution No. CS26-004 amending the Purchasing Specialist 3 job description to change the FLSA status; and authorizing the Civil Service Department to process all changes. Item No. 4 was Resolution No. CS26-005 amending the Accountant 2 job description to change the FLSA status; and authorizing the Civil Service Department to process all changes. Item No. 5 was Resolution No. CS26-006 amending the Right-of-Way Coordinator 3 job description to change the FLSA status, job title, and chain of command; amending the Classification Plan to change said title; and authorizing the Civil Service Department to process all changes. Item No. 6 was Resolution No. CS26-007 amending the definition of Immediate Family in Chapter 9, Section 4 (Funeral Leave), and the Definitions section of the Civil Service Manual to include an employees grandparent and grandchild; and authorizing the Civil Service Department to process all changes. NEW BUSINESS The next item on the agenda, Item No. 7, was a discussion regarding the modification of the Pumpers Pay Scale. Ms. Savonye Anderson, Human Resources Director, presented the Board with the Administrations proposed modification to the Pumpers Pay Scale. She stated that she had held several discussions regarding the proposed update and had also met with the Pumpers. Through those discussions, she learned the following: 1.Pump stations are not budgeted independently. 2.Each Pumpers bi-weekly salary is budgeted. Ms. Anderson explained that if a rain event lasts for 24 consecutive hours, each Pumper is expected to tend to their pump every three hours, resulting in approximately eight hours of work. Ms. Anderson stated that she would be opposed to paying Pumpers a flat rate or an hourly rate because each pump station differs, and the amount of time a Pumper spends at each station varies. She advised that a survey would have to be conducted for each pump station to determine the exact number of hours worked at each location; however, that would be difficult because weather events cannot be predicted. Therefore, the actual number of hours a Pumper works cannot be accurately determined. She noted that Pumpers can sometimes go months without running their pumps, other than performing general maintenance, due to a lack of rain. Ms. Savonye' Anderson presented the Board with the following scenarios for consideration as part of the Administration's proposed modification to the Pumper's Pay Scale: Example: A Pumper currently operates two separate pump stations totaling three diesel engines and zero electric engines. The Pumpers current bi-weekly pay is $441.72. Scenario #1 An additional diesel engine is added to an existing pump station already operated by the Pumper. The Pumpers pay is now based on four diesel engines and zero electric engines. Since the engine is being added to a pump station the Pumper already operates, the difference between the two minimum pay scale levels will be added to the Pumpers existing pay. o4 Diesel / 0 Electric Minimum: $437.40 o3 Diesel / 0 Electric Minimum: $388.80 o$437.40 - $388.80 = $48.60 The Pumpers new bi-weekly pay will be $490.32 ($441.72 + $48.60). Scenario #2 A Pumper applies for and is selected to operate a separate pump station. The Pumper is selected to operate a pump station consisting of one diesel engine and zero electric engines. Since this is a separate pump station, the difference between the minimum and midpoint of the applicable pay scale will be used to calculate the increase. o4 Diesel / 0 Electric Midpoint: $563.40 o3 Diesel / 0 Electric Minimum: $388.80 o$563.40 - $388.80 = $174.60 The Pumpers new bi-weekly pay will be $616.32 ($441.72 + $174.60). Ms. Anderson explained that the maximum pay range is generally used as a guide to ensure an employee is not paid above the maximum salary for the position. She stated that it is also used when applying merit and COLA increases so that every employee has an established salary ceiling. Ms. Anderson stated that her primary goal was to keep the proposed pay scale within budget while also making it attractive to employees. She again stressed that a flat rate or hourly rate would not be practical within the parish's budget. Mr. Benjamin Comeaux asked Ms. Anderson to further explain why a flat rate or hourly rate would not work. Ms. Anderson explained that a flat rate would lack justification because there would be no objective method for determining the appropriate amount or for deciding what flat rate future administrations should use. She stated that, under her proposed scenarios, the rate of pay would still be guided by the Pumpers Pay Scale but would be calculated differently depending on the situation. She also stated that she did not know what flat rate would constitute fair compensation or how such a rate could be determined. She explained that the Pumpers Pay Scale provides guidance for calculating additional compensation rather than relying on an arbitrary flat rate. Mr. Sonny Crosby, Public Works Director, addressed the Board. He stated that he agreed the Pumpers Pay Scale is very confusing. He explained that the Administration is not proposing to change the base rate of pay for Pumpers. Rather, the proposed modification addresses how compensation is calculated when an additional pump station is assigned to a Pumper who already operates another station. Mr. Benjamin Comeaux stated that he completed an exercise that would place every Pumper at the minimum rate of $291.60 for the first engine, with an additional $75.00 for each additional engine. He explained that implementing that method would increase the parish's bi-weekly payroll by approximately $2,000. He further explained that after reviewing every current Pumper's pay, some employees would lose $3.00, some would lose $10.00, and others would receive an increase. He stated that he believed it would be entirely unfair for any employee to lose pay as a result of modifying the Pumpers Pay Scale. Mr. Comeaux further explained that if every Pumper was placed at the midpoint rate of $375.60 for the first engine, with an additional $75.00 for each additional engine thereafter, no Pumper would lose pay. However, the additional cost to the parish would be approximately $6,000 bi-weekly, totaling approximately $147,940 annually. Mr. Comeaux stated that he would expect any modification to apply to all current Pumpers. He stated that the current Pumpers are the individuals expressing concerns, and it is the Boards responsibility to ensure those concerns are heard. He further stated that he is concerned individuals will no longer be interested in accepting Pumper positions because of the current rate of pay, which would negatively impact the parish. Mr. Comeaux stated that he understands some months are less busy for Pumpers than others, and that an average workload would have to be considered. He agreed that the current Pumpers Pay Scale is very confusing and stated that he believes a flat-rate system would be easier to understand and more advantageous. Ms. Savonye Anderson stated that a meeting had been held with the Pumpers during which she presented her proposal, and everyone in attendance indicated they were comfortable with the concept. Mr. Sonny Crosby stated that he was also in favor of Mr. Comeauxs proposal; however, he acknowledged that the additional cost would present another challenge during the budget process. Mr. Crosby stated that he does not want to see any Pumper lose pay and agreed that any modification should apply to all current Pumpers, not just those hired in the future. Ms. Savonye Anderson stated that the parish currently pays approximately $518,000 annually for Pumper compensation. She explained that the Administration is committed to fairly compensating Pumpers while remaining within the parish's strict budget. Mr. Sonny Crosby stated that he has been listening to Pumper complaints for quite some time. He explained that every Pumper works under different conditions. Some Pumpers have to travel long distances to reach their pump stations, while others do not. Some must drive a tractor to access their station, and working conditions vary depending on the weather, with some rain events creating extremely difficult operating conditions. Ms. Anderson reminded everyone that regardless of which option is selected, there will always be advantages and disadvantages. She stated that the Administration is simply trying to find a reasonable compromise while continuing to work with the Pumpers. Ms. Anderson stated that the Lafourche Parish Government's 2026 budget includes $518,599.90 for Pumper compensation. She advised that the parish currently employs 47 Pumpers, consisting of 19 part-time Pumpers and 28 full-time parish employees who also serve as Pumpers. She further stated that there are currently two vacant Pumper positions, with one additional position expected to become vacant in the near future. Mr. Benjamin Comeaux then acknowledged the complaints the Board has received regarding temporary pumps. He stated that Pumpers have expressed concerns that they are being asked to operate temporary pumps, in addition to their permanently assigned pumps, without receiving additional compensation. Mr. Crosby stated that the characterization was not entirely accurate. He explained that Pumpers are only asked to operate temporary pumps at their assigned locations under certain circumstances, typically during heavy rain events. He further stated that Pumpers may choose to operate temporary pumps on their own initiative but are not specifically instructed to do so. However, if a Pumper is directed to operate a temporary pump, the Pumper is compensated accordingly. Mr. Crosby further explained that if a pump station normally operates with four engines and one engine becomes inoperable, a temporary pump is deployed to that location. The Pumper is then expected to operate the temporary pump while continuing to receive compensation for operating the station's normal four engines. Once the damaged engine is repaired, the temporary pump is removed. He added that there are occasions when a Pumper may voluntarily start a temporary pump at their location to lower water levels more quickly; however, they are not instructed to do so. He further explained that temporary pumps are routinely tested and operated to keep them in working condition, but those activities are performed by field office staff during regular working hours. Mr. Adam Lefort asked Mr. Sonny Crosby how often an additional engine is added to an existing pump station, making Scenario #1 applicable. He asked, for example, how often a pump station operating four engines is expanded to five engines. Mr. Crosby responded that it does not happen often. He stated that he has been employed with the parish for six years, and during that time, such a situation has never occurred. He explained that when additional pumps or engines are added, they are typically established as an entirely new pump station. Mr. Lefort stated that because Scenario #1 would rarely occur, the Board should focus primarily on modifying the pay scale using Scenario #2. Ms. Anderson agreed but stated that both scenarios would need to be adopted to account for the rare occurrence of an additional engine being added to an existing pump station. Mr. Comeaux asked whether there were any instances in which two employees worked at the same pump station while operating different engines. Mr. Crosby responded that there were no such instances. Ms. Savonye Anderson questioned Mr. Comeaux regarding his earlier comments about retroactive pay. Mr. Comeaux clarified that he was not referring to back pay but rather that he wanted any changes to the Pumper's Pay Scale to apply to all current Pumpers, not just future hires. All Board members, along with Mr. Sonny Crosby, agreed that once implemented, the new rate of pay should apply to all current Pumpers. Ms. Anderson disagreed. Mr. Lefort stated that it would be unfair for someone who has operated as a Pumper for 10 to 20 years to remain on the current pay scale while a newly hired Pumper immediately benefits from the revised pay scale. He further stated that he is concerned current Pumpers may become dissatisfied and resign, requiring the parish to hire new Pumpers under the higher pay scale, ultimately costing the parish more than simply adjusting the pay of those currently performing the work. Ms. Anderson stated that the parish does not have the budget to adjust the pay of every currently employed Pumper. Mr. Comeaux stated that the new pay plan should become effective January 1, which would allow the parish sufficient time to properly budget for the change. Ms. Anderson responded that the parish is currently working to reduce its 2027 budget, not increase it. The Board agreed that Pumpers are among the most important employees in the parish because if they are not operating the pump stations, every resident in the community is affected. The Board further agreed that the parish must respect the employees who have been performing these duties for many years. Board members stated that if increasing the budget is necessary to accomplish that goal, then it should be considered, as adopting a new pay plan that benefits only future Pumpers while excluding current Pumpers would be unfair and would not adequately address the issue. Mr. Comeaux raised another concern regarding the maximum pay scale. He stated that the Pumpers had suggested eliminating the maximum pay level because no one ever reaches it. He questioned why an employee could serve as a Pumper for 20 years and still not reach the maximum rate of pay. Ms. Jill Naquin, Civil Service Director, responded that this issue exists within the regular classified pay scale as well and is not unique to the Pumper's Pay Scale. She explained that, for example, the maximum hourly rate for a Level 10 employee is $55.99. She stated that no employee currently earns that amount, nor is it likely that anyone ever will, regardless of years of service; however, a maximum pay level must still be established within the pay scale. Ms. Savonye Anderson explained that the pay scale is adjusted each time merit and COLA increases are approved. As a result, although an employee's salary increases, the pay scale itself also increases, preventing employees from ever reaching the maximum rate. Ms. Anderson agreed to present the Board's concerns to the Finance Director and the Administration and to return at the next meeting with revised proposals. She stated that she would need to perform several calculations to determine how the proposed changes would work, how many employees would be affected, and how the parish could remain within budget. The Board agreed and reiterated to Ms. Anderson that whatever new plan the Administration presents must apply to all current Pumpers. Mr. Benjamin Comeaux stated that the Board should consider scheduling an August meeting so the Administration could present its revised proposal in sufficient time for the parish to prepare its budget. Ms. Anderson stated that budget figures begin being submitted in October. The Board agreed to schedule the next Civil Service meeting for Wednesday, August 12, 2026, to continue the discussion regarding the proposed modification to the Pumpers Pay Scale. A motion was offered by Mr. Adam Lefort, seconded by Mrs. Trinette Wallace, and carried by a vote of (5) yeas, (0) nays, (0) absent, to hold a Public Hearing regarding the proposed modification to the Pumpers Pay Scale at the September 16, 2026 Civil Service meeting. Item No. 8 was a discussion concerning adding a new position of Systems Integrator to the Civil Service system on pay grade Level 8; creating the corresponding job description; and considering a motion to proceed with a public hearing. Ms. Savonye Anderson explained to the Board that the parish currently employs an IT Analyst who possesses a high level of expertise and whose duties have evolved beyond traditional information technology responsibilities to primarily focus on systems integration. She explained that the employee assists several departments with the various systems they utilize and is responsible for ensuring those systems function properly while managing various projects throughout the parish. The Administration would like to create the Systems Integrator job title to more accurately reflect the employee's current job duties. Ms. Anderson further explained that both the IT Analyst and the proposed Systems Integrator positions are assigned to Level 8 of the Classified Pay Plan, resulting in a lateral transfer for the employee. A motion was offered by Mr. Adam Lefort, seconded by Ms. Kaitlyn Adams, and carried by a vote of (5) yeas, (0) nays, (0) absent, to proceed with a Public Hearing regarding adding the position of Systems Integrator to the Civil Service system on pay grade Level 8 and creating the corresponding job description. Item No. 9 was a discussion concerning abolishing the following positions and job descriptions from the Civil Service system as part of the restructuring of the Civil Service Classification Plan: 1.Minute Clerk 1 from pay grade level 1 2.Minute Clerk 2 from pay grade level 2 3.Lafourche Central Market Worker from pay grade level 2 4.Seismic Inspector 1 from pay grade level 3 5.Seismic Inspector 2 from pay grade level 4 6.Seismic Inspector 3 from pay grade level 5 7.Risk Management Assistant 1 from pay grade level 4 8.Risk Management Assistant 2 from pay grade level 5 9.Public Facilities Repair Technician 1 from pay grade level 4 10.Public Facilities Repair Technician 2 from pay grade level 5 11.E911 Address Coordinator 1 from pay grade level 5 12.E911 Address Coordinator 2 from pay grade level 6 13.Field Investigator/Environmental Technician 1 from pay grade level 3 14.Field Investigator/Environmental Technician 2 from pay grade level 4 15.Field Investigator/Environmental Technician 3 from pay grade level 5 16.Assistant Permits Coordinator 1 from pay grade level 3 17.Assistant Permits Coordinator 2 from pay grade level 4 18.Sanitarian 2 from pay grade level 6 19.Executive Assistant 1 from pay grade level 6 20.Executive Assistant 2 from pay grade level 7 21.Right-of-Way Coordinator 1 from pay grade level 5 22.Right-of-Way Coordinator 2 from pay grade level 6 23.Research Analyst from pay grade level 6 24.Mechanic 1 from pay grade level 4 25.Mechanic 2 from pay grade level 5 26.Purchasing Specialist 1 from pay grade level 6 27.Purchasing Specialist 2 from pay grade level 7 28.Assistant Human Resources Manager from pay grade level 8 29.Development Specialist from pay grade level 8 30.CZM Administrator Option B from pay grade level 9 31.Parish Engineer from pay grade level 9 32.Parks Manager from pay grade level 9 Ms. Jill Naquin and Ms. Savonye Anderson explained to the Board that all 32 positions listed were being abolished from the Civil Service system as part of the restructuring of the Classified Pay Plan. Ms. Naquin explained that all of the listed job titles are currently vacant and that abolishing them would not affect any current employees. Ms. Anderson further explained that once the Level 1 and Level 2 positions are removed, the next phase of the restructuring process will be to modify the job titles assigned to Level 3. She stated that this action represents only the first phase of the restructuring process. A motion was offered by Ms. Kaitlyn Adams, seconded by Mrs. Sarah Daigle, and carried by a vote of (5) yeas, (0) nays, (0) absent, to proceed with a Public Hearing regarding Item No. 9, abolishing the listed 32 positions and job descriptions from the Civil Service system as part of the restructuring of the Civil Service Classification Plan. The next Civil Service Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Civil Service Meeting Room at the Lafourche Parish Agriculture Building, 402 West Fifth Street, Thibodaux, Louisiana. With no further business to discuss, a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Adam Lefort, seconded by Ms. Kaitlyn Adams, and carried by a vote of (5) yeas, (0) nays, (0) absent. The meeting adjourned at 6:24 p.m. /s/Adam Lefort Adam Lefort, Chairman Civil Service Board Lafourche Parish Government /s/Jill Naquin Jill Naquin, Director Department of Civil Service Lafourche Parish Government I, JILL NAQUIN, Civil Service Director for the Lafourche Parish Government, do hereby certify that the foregoing July 15, 2026, minutes were transcribed to the best of my understanding and is a true copy as adopted by the assembled Civil Service Board in regular session on August 12, 2026, at which meeting a quorum was present. GIVEN UNDER MY OFFICIAL SIGNATURE AND SEAL OF OFFICE ON THIS 13th, DAY OF AUGUST, 2026. /s/Jill Naquin Jill Naquin, Director Department of Civil Service Lafourche Parish Government 12611434 9/5/26 ($402.24)
Miscellaneous Notices
Thibodaux Daily Comet
Thibodaux
September 5, 2026
The LAT Workforce Development Board, Inc., has received Program Year 2026/2027 Allocation funds from Louisiana Works, Office of Workforce Development under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The following is a breakdown of the funds. ADULT: $ 517,664 YOUTH: $ 573,786 DISLOCATED WORKER: $ 321,846 TOTAL: $1,413,297 These funds will be utilized to provide employment and training services as allowed under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act in Lafourche, Assumption and Terrebonne Parishes. This document is published in accordance with standards and provisions of the Federal Award Terms and Conditions of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of Public Communications through WIOA. Any questions concerning the Allocation, contact Mr. Frank Lewis, Director of the LAT Workforce Development Board, Inc., at Post Office Box 4115, Houma, Louisiana 70361 . The LAT Workforce Development Board, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. 12611371 9/5/26 ($61.00)
Miscellaneous Notices
Houma Courier
Houma
September 5, 2026
Regular Meeting Minutes August 19, 2026 Board President, Anthony Alford, called to order the Board Meeting of the Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District at the Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District Office located at 220A Clendenning Road, Houma, Louisiana, at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Angela Hidalgo led the opening prayer and Commissioner Henry led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. Upon the roll call by Mrs. Hidalgo, Commissioners recorded as present: Chauvin, Cenac, Walker, Davis, Daisy, Henry, Moore, and Alford. There was one Commissioner recorded as absent, Arlanda Smith. Under approval of minutes, there was a motion by Commissioner Chuavin, seconded by Commissioner Henry, to approve the meeting minutes dated August 5, 2026. The motion passed without objection. Under Managements Report, Jonathan Gautreaux gave updates on the maintenance and closures that will be starting in the next few weeks. He also spoke about the in-housework on J-2. Trey Middleton gave updates on the pre bid of Upper Reach F. Chairman Moore asked the board to approve the Operating and Engineering Invoices. Motion by Commissioner Chauvin, seconded by Commissioner Davis. The motion passed without objection. Chairman Moore asked the board to approve the Financial Report FME 31 JULY 2026.Motion by Commissioner Cenac, seconded by Commissioner Davis. The motion passed without objection. Mrs. Hidalgo asked for the approval of the possible action to approve a letter of no objection agreement with Harvest Midstream for Reach J-1 Levee Encroachment. Motion by Commissioner Chauvin, seconded by Commissioner Davis. The motion passed without objection. Mrs. Hidalgo asked for the approval of the Intergovernmental Agreement between the State of Louisiana, through CPRA and TLCD regarding the construction of the Reach A Minors Canal Access Haul Road. Motion by Commissioner Moore, seconded by Commissioner Walker. The motion passed without objection. Mrs. Hidalgo asked for the approval of the Final Balancing Change Order No. 5 for Sealevel Construction in the amount of ($313,159.70) for the Floodwall Structure for Reach L Pipeline. Motion by Commissioner Cenac, seconded by Commissioner Henry. The motion passed without objection. Mrs. Hidalgo asked for possible action to enter into an IGA with TPCG for donation of immovable property in connection with the construction of Brady Road. Motion by Commissioner Chauvin, seconded by Commissioner Moore. The motion passed without objection. Mrs. Hidalgo spoke about the new TLCD office building process and where we stand with the plan review. There was no Executive Session Under Planning & Projects Committee Matters, Jay Duplantis with All South Consulting provided updates on the following projects: Reach K Water Structures, Reach K Rehabilitation, and the J-1 Levee Improvement Project. Philip Chauvin with T. Baker Smith gave updates on the following projects: General Services Agreement, Reach I Phase 2 Improvements and the TLCD Boudreaux Canal Sector Floodgate 10 Year Maintenance Contract. Kevin Dezarn and Travis Byland gave updates about the Eastern Terrebonne Restoration Project. They explained the concept of Landbridge Bridge and the purpose of it. Mr. Dezarn asked for the approval of Change Order No. 5 for Rigid Constructors for the H2/H3 Levee Improvement Project to extend the contract by 11 (eleven) days due to inclement weather. Motion by Commissioner Walker, seconded by Commissioner Chuavin. The motion passed without objection. David Boudreaux with Delta Coast Consultants gave updates with his Monthly Status Report. He spoke about Upper Reach I, Reach K, Reach J, and the future EOC/Office building. There being no further business to come before the board, it was moved by Commissioner Henry, with a second by Commissioner Moore, to adjourn the August 19, 2026, board meeting of the Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District at 6:41 P.M. The motion passed without objection. __________________ Anthony Alford, Board President /s/Angela Hidalgo Angela Hidalgo, Secretary 12612882 9/5/26 ($127.35)
Miscellaneous Notices
Houma Courier
Houma
September 5, 2026
LOG # NA-26-18983 NUISANCE CITATION Article IV - Vegetation, Trash, and Junk August 19, 2026 VERA WEAVER 225 CANNA LILY CIR DRIFTWOOD TX 78916 Dear VERA WEAVEROn Friday, August 7, 2026, a Warning of Nuisance Violation Notice was issued for Article IV - Vegetation, Trash, and Junk. In this notice, you were advised that if you failed to comply with the requirements, a nuisance citation and the assessment of fines would be issued.Please be advised that as of 8/18/2026 11:00:00 AM, the property located at 3550 HIGHWAY 316 ON THE LEFT DESCENDING BANK OF BAYOU TERREBONNE. LOT 24 HELLIER ROW, BAYOU BLUE ROAD., continues to violate Article IV - Vegetation, Trash, and Junk of Chapter 14, Nuisance Abatement, of the Terrebonne Parish Code of Ordinances.Specific ViolationThe specific violation is the maintaining of grass or weeds and other vegetation more than twelve (12) inches in height when measured perpendicular from the ground.Section 14-66. - Classification of property.(a) (4) Residential property: Any tract of land which has been subdivided into squares/lots, primarily for residential purposes. Residential property must be subclassified as either undeveloped or developed;(a) (4) a. Developed residential property: Any residential property which has been approved as a residential subdivision by the Houma-Terrebonne Regional Planning Commission and/or any subdivided tract of land which is part of a residential subdivision as depicted on a plat of survey properly registered in the conveyance records of the Parish of Terrebonne Section 14-67. - Prohibitions.(a) No person, firm, or corporation owning or occupying any developed residential property located within the parish shall permit the growth of tall grass or allow the accumulation of trash, refuse, or junk upon the property or upon any sidewalk abutting the property.In addition to requiring that you take measures to correct the nuisance violation, Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is assessing a nuisance violation fine. You are being assessed a fine in the amount of $250.00 dollars, since this is your first violation. According to the schedule contained in Chapter 14 Section 14-315, Subsection A. of the Terrebonne Parish Code the rates for nuisance violation fines within the areas of Terrebonne Parish of this chapter are as follows:1st Violation- $250.00;2nd Violation within the same calendar year- $500.00;3rd and subsequent violations within the same calendar year- Criminal Enforcement; and/or up to $5,000.If you fail or refuse to take action to correct the violation within the delays contained in this citation, parish crews or a parish contractor may enter the premises where the violation is occurring and remedy the violation at your expense, or begin proceedings in respect to Criminal Enforcement.Please comply with this ordinance on or by 08/26/2026. You are further advised to contact our office once compliance has been completed.Your failure to pay the charges incurred within thirty (30) days after invoicing by the Parish shall result in the filing of a certified copy of such charges with the recorder of mortgages, and the same when so filed and recorded, shall operate as a lien and privilege in favor of the Parish against the property. The charges shall be added by the tax collector of the Parish of Terrebonne to the annual ad valorem tax bill of the property involve.Please be advised that you may contest this citation by requesting a hearing before the Nuisance Administrative Hearing Officer either in person at 8026 Main Street, Ste. 203, Houma, LA 70360, or in writing, within seventy-two (72) hours of service. Failure to appear for a requested hearing before the Nuisance Administrative Hearing Officer may carry an additional penalty and shall be considered a prima facie admission of the violation set forth in the nuisance citation.Your payment of the civil penalty/fine may be made either in person or by mailing to the agent designated by the Parish, provided however, that such payment is made only by money order or cashier check and made to the order of the Parish. Your payment of the civil penalty and verification by the Department of the abatement of the nuisance violation shall operate as a final disposition of the case. 12612734 9/5/26 ($39.48)
Miscellaneous Notices
Houma Courier
Houma
September 5, 2026
LOG # NA-26-19005 WARNING OF NUISANCE VIOLATION Article IV - Vegetation, Trash, and Junk August 10, 2026 ARTHUR E. & KARLA SAUNIER 207 MOBILE ESTATES DR GRAY LA 70359 Dear ARTHUR E. & KARLA SAUNIERTerrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is charged with protecting and providing for the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of Terrebonne Parish. In pursuit of our goal, Chapter 14 of the Terrebonne Parish Code was enacted to prohibit the existence of nuisances including, but not limited to, littering, tall grass, offensive accumulations of trash, derelict structures, derelict vessels, junked vehicles and excessive noisesPlease be advised that as of Friday, August 7, 2026 at 11:30 AM property located at 207 MOBILE ESTATES DR LOT 23 BLOCK 2 MOBILE ESTATES. CB 1212/619 was found to be in violation of Article IV - Vegetation, Trash, and Junk of Chapter 14, Nuisance Abatement, of the Terrebonne Parish Code of Ordinances.The specific violation is the maintaining of grass or weeds and other vegetation more than twelve (12) inches in height when measured perpendicular from the ground.Section 14-66. - Classification of property.(a) (4) Residential property: Any tract of land which has been subdivided into squares/lots, primarily for residential purposes. Residential property must be subclassified as either undeveloped or developed;(a) (4) a. Developed residential property: Any residential property which has been approved as a residential subdivision by the Houma-Terrebonne Regional Planning Commission and/or any subdivided tract of land which is part of a residential subdivision as depicted on a plat of survey properly registered in the conveyance records of the Parish of Terrebonne.Section 14-67. - Prohibitions.(a) No person, firm, or corporation owning or occupying any developed residential property located within the parish shall permit the growth of tall grass or allow the accumulation of trash, refuse, or junk upon the property or upon any sidewalk abutting the property.Please comply with this ordinance on or by 8/17/2026. You are further advised to contact our office once compliance has been completed. Failure to comply with the requirements of the warning shall result in the issuance of a nuisance citation and the assessment of fines.If you have any questions or comments please contact the Nuisance Abatement Officer for Terrebonne Parish at (985) 873-6563 or 8026 Main Street, Suite 203, Houma, Louisiana 70360. 12612667 9/5/26 ($23.24)
Miscellaneous Notices
Houma Courier
Houma
September 5, 2026
LOG # NA-26-18783 NUISANCE CITATION Article IV - Vegetation, Trash, and Junk August 18, 2026 EMILIE WILLIAMS 6181 ALMA ST APT C HOUMA LA 70364 Dear EMILIE WILLIAMSOn Monday, July 6, 2026, a Warning of Nuisance Violation Notice was issued for Article IV - Vegetation, Trash, and Junk. In this notice, you were advised that if you failed to comply with the requirements, a nuisance citation and the assessment of fines would be issued.Please be advised that as of 8/17/2026 11:00:00 AM, the property located at 194 STOVALL ST LOT 8 BLOCK 2 PRINCE COLLINS SUBD. CB 2111/471., continues to violate Article IV - Vegetation, Trash, and Junk of Chapter 14, Nuisance Abatement, of the Terrebonne Parish Code of Ordinances.Specific ViolationThe specific violation is the maintaining of grass or weeds and other vegetation more than twelve (12) inches in height when measured perpendicular from the ground.Section 14-66. - Classification of property.(a) (4) Residential property: Any tract of land which has been subdivided into squares/lots, primarily for residential purposes. Residential property must be subclassified as either undeveloped or developed;(a) (4) a. Developed residential property: Any residential property which has been approved as a residential subdivision by the Houma-Terrebonne Regional Planning Commission and/or any subdivided tract of land which is part of a residential subdivision as depicted on a plat of survey properly registered in the conveyance records of the Parish of Terrebonne.Section 14-67. - Prohibitions.(a) No person, firm, or corporation owning or occupying any developed residential property located within the parish shall permit the growth of tall grass or allow the accumulation of trash, refuse, or junk upon the property or upon any sidewalk abutting the property.In addition to requiring that you take measures to correct the nuisance violation, Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is assessing a nuisance violation fine. You are being assessed a fine in the amount of $250.00 dollars, since this is your first violation. According to the schedule contained in Chapter 14 Section 14-315, Subsection A. of the Terrebonne Parish Code the rates for nuisance violation fines within the areas of Terrebonne Parish of this chapter are as follows:1st Violation2nd Violation within the same calendar year- $500.00;3rd and subsequent violations within the same calendar year- Criminal Enforcement; and/or up to $5,000.If you fail or refuse to take action to correct the violation within the delays contained in this citation, parish crews or a parish contractor may enter the premises where the violation is occurring and remedy the violation at your expense, or begin proceedings in respect to Criminal Enforcement.Please comply with this ordinance on or by 08/25/2026. You are further advised to contact our office once compliance has been completed.Your failure to pay the charges incurred within thirty (30) days after invoicing by the Parish shall result in the filing of a certified copy of such charges with the recorder of mortgages, and the same when so filed and recorded, shall operate as a lien and privilege in favor of the Parish against the property. The charges shall be added by the tax collector of the Parish of Terrebonne to the annual ad valorem tax bill of the property involve.Please be advised that you may contest this citation by requesting a hearing before the Nuisance Administrative Hearing Officer either in person at 8026 Main Street, Ste. 203, Houma, LA 70360, or in writing, within seventy-two (72) hours of service. Failure to appear for a requested hearing before the Nuisance Administrative Hearing Officer may carry an additional penalty and shall be considered a prima facie admission of the violation set forth in the nuisance citation.Your payment of the civil penalty/fine may be made either in person or by mailing to the agent designated by the Parish, provided however, that such payment is made only by money order or cashier check and made to the order of the Parish. Your payment of the civil penalty and verification by the Department of the abatement of the nuisance violation shall operate as a final disposition of the case. 12612337 9/5/26 ($38.78)
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Houma Courier
Houma
September 5, 2026
COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT & RESTORATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CZMRAC)MINUTES OF June 2, 2026 1. Chairman Ernie Babin called the regular meeting of the CZMRAC to order at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in the Council Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, Government Tower. Chairman Babin led the Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Present were Ernie Babin, Jeff DeBlieux, Merlin Lirette, Jan Rogers, and Mickey Thomas. Absent: Tony Antill, Matt Benoit, Barry Soudelier and Marvin Steward. Also, present: Mart Black, Director of Department of Coastal Restoration. 3. Mr. Rogers moved, seconded by Mr. Thomas, THAT the CZMRAC accept the minutes for the meeting of May 5, 2026. NO OPPOSTITON, MOTION CARRIED, CHAIRMAN DECLARED MOTION ADOPTED. 4. New Business: Local Concern Applications: - P20260281; Low Land Construction; Proposed Borrow Pit; Sections 15 & 16, T19S-R21E. Terrebonne Parish, LA Mr. Black informed the Committee that he met with the agent for this application and confirmed that access to the site will be through the applicants property rather than via Victory Street, as originally shown on the plat. The revised plat reflects this change and indicates that the excavation activities will avoid the levee. Mr. Black recommends LCUP with the Standard Borrow Pit Conditions. Discussion was held on this application. Mr. Lirette moved, seconded by Mr. Rogers, THAT the CZMRAC approve the issuance of a Coastal Impact Certificate and Coastal Use Permit with Standard Borrow Pit Conditions for P20260281. NO OPPOSTITON, MOTION CARRIED, CHAIRMAN DECLARED MOTION ADOPTED. P20260281; Hutton; Proposed to Construct a 7 Brew Facility; Section 33, T17S-R17E. Terrebonne Parish, LA Mr. Black informed the Committee that he had sent the Mitigation Intent Form and is currently awaiting the applicants response. Once the completed form is returned, the Wetlands review and access process can proceed. Mr. Black recommended putting it on hold until we received the Wetland Intent Form. Discussion was held on this application. Mr. Lirette moved, seconded by Mr. Benoit, THAT the CZMRAC put on hold the issuance of a Coastal Impact Certificate and Coastal Use Permit for P20260281. NO OPPOSTITON, MOTION CARRIED, CHAIRMAN DECLARED MOTION ADOPTED. P20260328; Thomas Vice; Proposed to Excavate & widen Existing Ditch from Dry Lands to Open Water at 1635 Bayou Dularge Road, Theriot, LA. Terrebonne Parish, LA Mr. Black informed the Committee that the applicant has Withdrawn his application. No Action Needed. State Concern Applications: - None Consistency Determinations/Modifications: None 6. Sub-Committees: The Project Sub-Committee did not meet in May 2026. The next Project Sub-Committee Meeting: TBA. 7. Directors Report - Mr. Black presented the Directors Report. 8. Public Comment None 9. Committee Member Comments None 10. Chairman Babin stated that the next meeting of the CZMRAC will be held Tuesday, July 7, at 5:00 pm in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room located on the Second Floor of Government Tower. 11. Mr. Lirette moved, Mr. Rogers seconded That, there being no further business and to come before the CZMRAC, the meeting be adjourned NO OPPOSTITON, MOTION CARRIED, CHAIRMAN DECLARED MOTION ADOPTED and the meeting adjourned at 5:23pm. Vicki Summers Minute Clerk 12612302 9/5/26 ($108.00)
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Houma Courier
Houma
September 5, 2026
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Houma-Terrebonne Regional Planning Commission, Zoning & Land Use Commission DATE: Thursday, September 17, 2026; TIME: 6:00 p.m.; PLACE: Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, Government Tower, 8026 Main Street, Houma, Louisiana a) Rezone from R-1 (Single-Family Residential) to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) 126 King Street, Lot 36, Block C, Mechanicville; Devery L. Harkless, applicant b) Rezone from R-1 (Single-Family Residential) to C-2 (General Commercial) Revised Tract A containing 2.507 acres, Progressive Square, Add. No. 1 (225-248 Rue DIberville); Travis Buquet, applicant 12612280 9/5 9/11 9/15/26 ($60.75)
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Houma Courier
Houma
September 5, 2026
The LAT Workforce Development Board, Inc., has received Program Year 2026/2027 Allocation funds from Louisiana Works, Office of Workforce Development under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The following is a breakdown of the funds. ADULT: $ 517,664 YOUTH: $ 573,786 DISLOCATED WORKER: $ 321,846 TOTAL: $1,413,297 These funds will be utilized to provide employment and training services as allowed under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act in Lafourche, Assumption and Terrebonne Parishes. This document is published in accordance with standards and provisions of the Federal Award Terms and Conditions of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of Public Communications through WIOA. Any questions concerning the Allocation, contact Mr. Frank Lewis, Director of the LAT Workforce Development Board, Inc., at Post Office Box 4115, Houma, Louisiana 70361 . The LAT Workforce Development Board, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. 12611396 9/5/26 ($61.00)
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Houma Courier
Houma
September 5, 2026
ORIS JOSEPH BOQUET 32ND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PROBATE NO. 27231 PARISH OF TERREBONNE NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Administratrix of this succession has petitioned the Court for authority to sell the below described immovable and movable property belonging to the deceased which is more fully described in the petition filed herein, at private sale in accordance with law for a price of not less than the values listed below. TRACT C, LOT 9 of SARAH PLANTATION ESTATE, Terrebonne Parish, LA, 4966 Bayouside Dr., Chauvin, LA, Parcel No. 33193: $55,500.00; Furniture, household goods, and personal effects located at 4966 Bayouside Dr., Chauvin, LA: $500.00; Tools: $600.00; 2008 CHEV PK, VIN 1GCEC14XX8Z221560: $500.00; 1973 DILL BT, VIN 277413: $100.00; 1973 ROAG BT, VIN 34404: $100.00; 1987 14'0" Custom Flat Boat, Hull ID No. TYM01971G787: $200.00; 1986 23'0" Homemade Boat, Hull ID No. LAZ06429G786: $2,500.00 Any heir, legatee, or creditor who opposes the proposed sale must file his opposition within seven (7) days from the day on which the last publication of this notice appears. September 5, 26 2026 LLOU0589400
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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
September 5, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given, in accordance with Chapter 4, Section 6 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Sulphur, Louisiana, for the following ordinance: RESOLUTION GRANTING A VARIANCE TO JESSE OLIVER, 763 NORTH CLAIBORNE STREET, TO ALLOW FOR CHICKEN COOP TO BE 40 FEET FROM THE WEST PROPERTY LINE AND 42 FEET FROM THE NORTH AND SOUTH PROPERTY LINES RATHER THAN THE REQUIRED 50 FEET. A public hearing on said variance will be held at 5:30 p.m. on the 14th day of September, 2026, at West Calcasieu Community Center located at 401 Arena Road, Sulphur, Louisiana. CITY OF SULPHUR, LOUISIANA BY: DANNY DIPETTA, Chairman Sept 5 1t 2135108 Notice Cost- $38.50
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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
September 5, 2026
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Notice of Administrative Review The Calcasieu Parish Division of Planning and Development has received the following applications for an administrative review and is soliciting your input. The deadline for submitting your comments is September 15, 2026. AR-0826-0022 A request by James Rathke, et ux for an administrative review to obtain a Federal Firearm License for an internet sales and service-based business (firearm sales and gunsmith) at 7016 Shadow Lane in Ward Three. Written comments may be sent to the Division of Planning and Development, Stacy Becnel, Administrative Review Secretary, at the following: Fax, 337/721-4193 Email, planningadminreview@calcasieu.gov Standard mail, P.O. Drawer 3287, Lake Charles, LA 70602-3287 Comment forms are available in our office, which is located at 901 Lakeshore Drive, 5th Floor in Lake Charles, Louisiana. After receipt of all comments, the Director of Planning and Development will make a decision on the applicants request by September 21, 2026. This process does not involve a public hearing unless a decision is appealed reference Ordinance Number 5582. Sept 5, 12 2t 2135078 Notice Cost- $85.00
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