Thibodaux Daily Comet
December 23, 2025
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
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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 Wednesday, November 19, 2025 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, First Vice President Tad A. Lafont, Second Vice President Chad Callais, Secretary Beth Cheramie, Treasurer Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot, and James Bouvier;
Absent: 0- None.
Guests: Torie Lee, Keith Callais, Corina Joy, Alex Arceneaux, Kari Melancon, Austin Chavez, Rhonda Jefferson, Erin Doucet, Crystal Bonvillian, and Blanca Pasache.
Item 3. Pledge of Allegiance
President Louviere called upon Mrs. Beth Cheramie 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 Participant: Mr. Christopher Hartman for One Year of attendance, Mr. Austin Hartman for One Year of attendance, Mr. Isaiah Prince for Five Years of attendance, and Mr. Benny Smith for Ten Years 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: Ms. Danielle Cheramie for One Year of Service.
Item 6. Approval of minutes from last meeting
President Louviere asked if any board member had changes to the minutes of the October 23, 2025 board meeting. Hearing no comments Mr. Tad Lafont offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Chad Callais to accept last months meeting minutes as presented. Voting on the motion was as follows:
YEAS: Peter Louviere, Tad Lafont, Chad Callais, Beth Cheramie, Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot, and James Bouvier;
NAYS: None
ABSENT: 0- None.
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 Corina Joy, Fiscal Services Coordinator to discuss:
Item 8 A.1. Review Monthly Invoice Report for October 2025
Ms. Joy presented financial reports for the month of October 2025 calling attention to the following: On the Income Statement: Sales are increasing in the Gift Shop because of the upcoming holiday season. On the Invoice Distribution Report: Payment to made to BPT Services for the repairs made to the sewer treatment plant, Payment made to Burton + Burton for Gift Shop supplies, Payment made to Jonathan Blum for repairs made due to a water leak, Payment made to Department of Transportation for the deposit on a new shuttle, and payment made to Special Olympics for shirts for the torch run. 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. Chad Callaius offered a motion, seconded by Mrs. Wanda Theriot to accept the October Invoice Reports as presented. Voting on the motion was as follows:
YEAS: Peter Louviere, Tad Lafont, Chad Callais, Beth Cheramie, Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot, and James Bouvier;
NAYS: None
ABSENT: 0- None.
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 waterline has been repaired, the construction of the outdoor pavilion has started, the forklift had a minor repair made, the sewer treatment plant motor has been replaced, and the building has started to be pressure washed. Coastal Mechanical has dropped off the new pumps for the air handlers and will be back to install it and Jonathan Blum came to clear out the pipes in the kitchen.
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 had a Glow in the Dark Halloween party, we have a new recipient starting in December, we have participated in two pop-up sales and Thibodauxville craft show. We have participated in the Special Olympics Torch Run, Night to Shine is scheduled for February, and we will be participating in several upcoming pop-up sales for December. Bells Choir is scheduled to perform in December, the coffee truck will be here this week, and the Thanksgiving luncheon is taking place this week. We have finished our Pennies for Pets coin drive. Mrs. Lee then concluded her report.
Item 9.2. Donations
Mrs. Lee informed the Board we received a donation of Mardi Gras Beads and some noise cancelling headphones from His Brightest Stars. President Louviere informed the Board of the next agenda item.
Item 10. Old Business
Hearing none. President Louviere informed the Board of the next agenda item.
Item 11. New Business
Item 11.1. Discuss Upcoming Tax Millage Renewal Election
President Louviere informed the board that we have received the tentative schedule of events for the upcoming election taking place in June. President Louviere informed the Board of the next agenda item.
Item 12. Comments from the Public
Mrs. Kari Melancon informed the Board that our volunteer programs are growing with opportunities for our consumers to participate in. Mrs. Lee informed the Board of several recreational activities planned for the consumers in December.
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. Chad Callais to adjourn. Voting on the motion was as follows:
YEAS: Peter Louviere, Tad Lafont, Chad Callais, Beth Cheramie, Celeste Bychurch, Wanda Theriot, and James Bouvier;
NAYS: None
ABSENT: 0- None.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 12:29 p.m.
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Peter Louviere, President
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Beth Cheramie, Secretary
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