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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS

OF THE

TERREBONNE PARISH COUNCIL

IN REGULAR SESSION

MAY 26, 2004 The Chairman, Mr. C. Voisin, called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room. Following the Invocation, led by Councilman A. Tillman, Councilwoman T. Cavalier led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Upon roll call, Council Members recorded as present were: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, K. Elfert, T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, and P. Lambert. A quorum was declared present.

Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council approve the

minutes of the Regular Council Session held on 4/28/04.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, K. Elfert, T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, and P. Lambert

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Council approve the

Parish Bill List dated 5/24/04.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: A. Tillman, K. Elfert, T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, and P. Lambert

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: W. Thibodeaux

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council approve the

Parish Manual Check List for March 2004.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Ms. K. Elfert. SECONDED: Unanimously.

RESOLUTION NO. 04-186

WHEREAS, the sport of soccer is rapidly becoming one of the most popular pastimes for young people in Terrebonne Parish, and WHEREAS, soccer not only provides an excellent means of teaching young people the importance of physical exercise and team work, but it also is a superior manner of involving parents, family and friends in a healthy and wholesome entertainment event, and WHEREAS, the Houma-Terrebonne Soccer Association proudly brought forth four local teams to participate in the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championship Tournament, and WHEREAS, the U-15 (Girls) Houma Strykers advanced as District Champions from the Louisiana Soccer Association Western District Tournament to the Finals of the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championships and became State Champions for the second consecutive year, and WHEREAS, this superior group of young athletes and their coaches were great “Ambassadors of Good Will” for Terrebonne Parish, and WHEREAS, much of the success of this team lies with the love and encouragement of their parents and the constant support from the Houma-Terrebonne Soccer Association and the Louisiana Soccer Association for being leaders in the field of youth soccer in the Parish of Terrebonne and in the State of Louisiana. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Parish President and the entire Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that

Head Coach Rick Alexander Assistant Coach Don McCarter

Kandace Alexander Kacey Amedee

Katie Babin Alexandra Cantrelle

Alya Carbajal Kandice Champagne

Kate Corbin Sarah Damen

Scotti Dufresne Mindy Fanguy Allison Flynn

Amanda Fontenot Mindi Giroir Paige Knight

Gillian McCarter Angela Rogers Renee’ Stringer

and the other members and coaches of the U-15 (Girls) Houma Strykers Team be commended for their outstanding accomplishments in the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championship Tournament.

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, K. Elfert, T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes and P. Lambert. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 26th day of May, 2004.

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The Chairman recognized the players, coaches, and other members of the U-15 (Girls) Houma Strykers Team, who were present, who thanked the Council and Parish President for the commendations. OFFERED BY: Ms. K. Elfert. SECONDED: Unanimously.


WHEREAS, the sport of soccer is rapidly becoming one of the most popular pastimes for young people in Terrebonne Parish, and WHEREAS, soccer not only provides an excellent means of teaching young people the importance of physical exercise and team work, but it also is a superior manner of involving parents, family and friends in a healthy and wholesome entertainment event, and WHEREAS, the Houma-Terrebonne Soccer Association proudly brought forth four local teams to participate in the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championship Tournament, and WHEREAS, the U-13 (Girls) Houma Strikers advanced as District Champions from the Louisiana Soccer Association Western District Tournament to the Finals of the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championships and became U-13 State Champions, and WHEREAS, this superior group of young athletes and their coaches were great “Ambassadors of Good Will” for Terrebonne Parish, and WHEREAS, much of the success of this team lies with the love and encouragement of their parents and the constant support from the Houma-Terrebonne Soccer Association and the Louisiana Soccer Association for being leaders in the field of youth soccer in the Parish of Terrebonne and in the State of Louisiana. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Parish President and the entire Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that

Coach Julio Contreras Assistant Coach Jim Jordan

JoAnne Beard Cayla Chatman

Alexandria Chauvin Caitlyn Cloud

Corrine Colwart Ana Contreras

Megan Cressoine Britni Crone

Gina Domangue Lindsey Dufrene

Breanna Hicks Stephanie Jordan

Madi Kelton Marissa Ledet Renee' Roger

Katie Thibodaux Allyson Voisin Lindsey Warren

and the other members and coaches of the U-13 (Girls) Houma Strikers Team be commended for their outstanding accomplishments in the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championship Tournament. THERE WAS RECORDED:



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The Chairman recognized the players, coaches, and other members of the U-13 (Girls) Houma Strikers Team, who thanked the Council and Parish President for the commendations. OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. SECONDED: Unanimously.


WHEREAS, the sport of soccer is rapidly becoming one of the most popular pastimes for young people in Terrebonne Parish, and WHEREAS, soccer not only provides an excellent means of teaching young people the importance of physical exercise and team work, but it also is a superior manner of involving parents, family and friends in a healthy and wholesome entertainment event, and WHEREAS, the Houma-Terrebonne Soccer Association proudly brought forth four local teams to participate in the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championship Tournament, and WHEREAS, the U-14 (Boys) Houma-Bourg Heat advanced as District Champions from the Louisiana Soccer Association Western District Tournament to the Quarter-finals of the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championships, and WHEREAS, this superior group of young athletes and their coaches were great “Ambassadors of Good Will” for Terrebonne Parish, and WHEREAS, much of the success of this team lies with the love and encouragement of their parents and the constant support from the Houma-Terrebonne Soccer Association and the Louisiana Soccer Association for being leaders in the field of youth soccer in the Parish of Terrebonne and in the State of Louisiana. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Parish President and the entire Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that

Head Coach Bryant Landry

Assistant Coach Joe Rhodes Chris Bankston Michael Barba

Christopher Benoit Shawn Champagne

Mark Coleman Jeff Deblieux Brock Hebert

Benjamin Landry Jeremy LeCompte

Kaleb Lovell Blake Martin

Tyler Matherne Dustin McClendon

Robert Perez Aaron Rhodes

Jared Rich Jake Thibodeaux

and the other members and coaches of the U-14 (Boys) Houma-Bourg Heat Team be commended for their outstanding accomplishments in the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championship Tournament. THERE WAS RECORDED:



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The Chairman recognized Mr. John Hebert, Bayou Soccer Association Board Member, who accepted the commendations on behalf of the U-14 (Boys) Houma-Bourg Heat Team and thanked the Council and Parish President for the commendations. OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. SECONDED: Unanimously.


WHEREAS, the sport of soccer is rapidly becoming one of the most popular pastimes for young people in Terrebonne Parish, and WHEREAS, soccer not only provides an excellent means of teaching young people the importance of physical exercise and team work, but it also is a superior manner of involving parents, family and friends in a healthy and wholesome entertainment event, and WHEREAS, the Houma-Terrebonne Soccer Association proudly brought forth four local teams to participate in the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championship Tournament, and WHEREAS, the U-19 (Boys) Houma Los Lobos advanced as District Champions from the Louisiana Soccer Association Western District Tournament to the Semi-finals of the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championships, and WHEREAS, this superior group of young athletes and their coaches were great

“Ambassadors of Good Will” for Terrebonne Parish, and WHEREAS, much of the success of this team lies with the love and encouragement of their parents and the constant support from the Houma-Terrebonne Soccer Association and the Louisiana Soccer Association for being leaders in the field of youth soccer in the Parish of Terrebonne and in the State of Louisiana. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Parish President and the entire Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that

Head Coach Juan Trejo Assistant Coach David Chauvin

Andy Blanchard Jordan Chaisson

Alex Cook Britt Domangue

Jarred Domangue Jarred Duplantis John Forsythe

Logan Halbrook Marcus Henderson

Jacoby Jones Phillip Ledet Ryan Lirette Eric Lyons

Ryne Malcom Luis Rios

Ryan Sanders Leon Stiel

and the other members and coaches of the U-19 (Boys) Houma Los Lobos Team be commended for their outstanding accomplishments in the Louisiana Soccer Association 2004 NOKIA Sugar Bowl Recreational Plus State Championship Tournament. THERE WAS RECORDED:



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The Chairman recognized Mr. John Hebert, Bayou Soccer Association Board Member, who accepted the commendations on behalf of the U-19 (Boys) Houma Los Lobos Team and thanked the Council and Parish President for the commendations.

OFFERED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. SECONDED: Unanimously.


WHEREAS, the evolution of the American Flag marks the progression of The Government of the American people, and WHEREAS, our flag is at once a history, a declaration and a prophecy; it represents the American Nation as it was at its birth; it speaks for what it is today; and it holds the opportunity for the future to add other stars to the glorious constellation; and

WHEREAS, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is the first and only fraternal body to require formal observance of “Flag Day” beginning in July of 1908, at Dallas, Texas. The Grand Lodge of this Order provided for the annual nationwide observance of the day on the 14th of June in each year, by making it mandatory upon each subordinate lodge of the order. Thus, the Elks were observing “Flag Day” before it became a National Day; and WHEREAS, the stars and stripes are an emblem and token of the love of our fellow men for our country and for ideals and principles for which we stand; and

WHEREAS, although Flag Day is officially scheduled for June 14, 2004, the Elks Lodge No. 1193, in an effort to allow more people to get involved, scheduled a program honoring the flag on Saturday, June 12, in the Court Square beginning at 10:00 am. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that Saturday, June 12, 2004 be hereby proclaimed as “Flag Day” in Houma-Terrebonne, and urges all citizens to take a few moments to reflect on what this symbol of our country means in terms of love of country, patriotism, our ideals of freedom and the sacrifices that have been made by so many to defend it over the years. THERE WAS RECORDED:



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The Chairman recognized Ms. Beulah Rodrigue – Exalted Ruler for the Elks and Mr. Roy Neil – Flag Chairman, who thanked the Council and Parish President for the proclamation, stated what an honor it is to represent our Country’s flag, and encouraged everyone to participate in this event.

Councilwoman T. Cavalier acknowledged that members of Boy Scout Troop 311 were

present in the audience. OFFERED BY: Mr. W. Thibodeaux. SECONDED: Unanimously.

RESOLUTION NO. 04-191 WHEREAS, the ability to provide a safe and happy home for oneself and one’s family is one of the most precious gifts most American enjoy, and WHEREAS, although most people think that everyone has a home, the sad fact is that, on a daily basis, literally thousands of people across our great country are totally unaware of where they will sleep at nightfall, and WHEREAS, the Houma-Terrebonne Community is not immune from homelessness as there are many people, many of them children, who do not have a permanent place which they may call home, and’ WHEREAS, the Bunk House Homeless Shelter is one place that many people have called home until they find a permanent dwelling for themselves and their families, and WHEREAS, on July 14, 2004 the volunteers and supports of the Bunk House have planned a dance to serve as a fund-raising activity to provide more funds to help temporarily

homeless persons during their time of need. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TERREBONNE PARISH COUNCIL, on behalf of the Parish President and the entire Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that July 2004 be hereby proclaimed

“ Homelessness Awareness Month in Houma-Terrebonne” and that all citizens be encouraged to become involved in some way to assure that all persons and families are able to secure a suitable place that they may call home. THERE WAS RECORDED:



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The Chairman recognized Mr. Bobby O’Brien – Houma Police Department, Ms. Katie Sims, Ms. Kandy Theriot, and Ms. Sally Pertuit, - volunteers for the Bunkhouse Shelter, Inc., who thanked the Council and Parish President for the proclamation and support to the Bunkhouse Shelter, Inc. Ms. Sims announced a fundraiser that will consist of a Retro 60’s Dance on 7/14/04 at the Houma Municipal Auditorium and encouraged people to attend this fun-filled event to raise funds.

Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council extend the time

to open public hearings until after agenda item 1 (Resolutions, Change Orders, Substantial Completions & Final Payments) are completed.”

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Chairman C. Voisin relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman P. Rhodes.

OFFERED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis. SECONDED: Unanimously.

RESOLUTION NO. 04-192 WHEREAS, due to a variety of reasons, literally hundreds of thousands of people in this country go to sleep hungry each night, and WHEREAS, many of the people who are hungry each night are young children, who are totally unable to secure food on their own, and

WHEREAS, on June 3, 2004, throughout the United States, citizens are being asked to help beat hunger by participating in food drives for local food banks and other organizations that exist to help people in need, and’ WHEREAS, the Parish Council feels that the fact that there are American citizens who are unable to provide a decent meal to their families is totally unacceptable and pledges to do everything possible to help stamp out hunger in this community, and WHEREAS, on June 3, 2004, employees of Parish Government are being challenged to bring canned goods to the Government Tower so that the local food bank may be able to better provide essential supplies to those people in need. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TERREBONNE PARISH COUNCIL, on behalf of the Parish President and the entire Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that June 3, 2004 be hereby proclaimed

“ Hunger Awareness Day in Houma-Terrebonne” and that all citizens be encouraged to do what ever they can to help their neighbors in this community who may be in need of proper nutrition. THERE WAS RECORDED:


The Vice Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 26th day of May, 2004.

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The Chairman recognized Mr. Reynold Pitre, Terrebonne Churches United Food Bank Manager, who thanked the Council and Parish President for the proclamation and stated as of today, since 1987 35,780 families have been assisted through this organization. Mr. Pitre stated that currently there appears to be a great need for providing food to residents of the area due to unemployment.

OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Lambert. SECONDED: Unanimously.


WHEREAS, preventing future coastal erosion and protecting the coastline of Terrebonne Parish is becoming one of the most important responsibilities of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, and

WHEREAS, informing the general public of the present condition of and the overall significance of the barrier islands is an important tool in the campaign to bring more public awareness to this imperative effort to restore the coastline, and

WHEREAS, as a community service, on May 14, 2004, a small fleet of boats, boarded by

a host of state and local dignitaries, members of the news media, and a few public citizens, left LUMCON to view firsthand the rapidly deteriorating coastline and how important the barrier islands are for the protection of Terrebonne Parish, and

WHEREAS, this public awareness program was extremely successful, due largely to the

efforts and support of the Acting Director and staff of LUMCON, and

WHEREAS, the Parish Council is extremely grateful to Acting Director Kerry St. Pe and the entire LUMCON Staff for assisting with the tour, by providing the motor vessel Acadiana, support staff and the building facilities.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Parish President and the entire Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that Acting Director Kerry St. Pe and the entire staff at LUMCON be commended for their outstanding assistance on May 14, 2004 in the tour of coastal Terrebonne Parish. THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized Mr. Kerry St. Pe, Acting Director of LUMCON and the

Program Director for the Barataria Terrebonne National Estuary Program, who thanked the Council and Parish President for the commendation and for coordinating the tour that took place.

Councilman P. Lambert thanked the members of the American Legion Russell Redmond

Post 272 in Montegut for cooking for the participants of the tour. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Ms. K. Elfert, “THAT, the Council open public

hearings at this time. *(MOTION PULLED AFTER REQUEST TO DO SO.) Councilman W. Thibodeaux stated that there were two add-ons for tonight’s agenda and

requested that public hearings be postponed so the items could be handled first. *Mr. P. Rhodes withdrew the motion and Ms. K. Elfert withdrew the second. Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council allow two

add-ons to tonight’s agenda to address the following matters: 1) A resolution regarding Marine Shale Processors/GTX/Earthlock Technologies facility in Amelia, and 2) An Assistant Parish Attorney appointment.”

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized Mr. Alex Ostheimer, Houma-Terrebonne Regional Planning

Commission Member, who gave a history of the Marine Shale Processors/GTX/Earthlock Technologies facility in Amelia. Mr. Ostheimer stated their permit was challenged in court and was upheld, but the Appeal Court later overturned the ruling. Mr. Ostheimer read a letter that gave the outcome of a meeting held on 5/11/04 held by EPA/DEQ meeting at the Morgan City Auditorium. Mr. Ostheimer suggested that the Council send resolutions to the Governor, DEQ,

State Delegation, EPA, and Federal Legislators urging them to take certain actions regarding this incinerator facility.

OFFERED BY: Mr. W. Thibodeaux. SECONDED: Unanimously.


A resolution to address the permitting issue for the Marine Shale Processors/GTX/Earthlock Technologies facility in Amelia. WHEREAS, the Marine Shale Processors/GTX/Earthlock Technologies facility in Amelia has been a concern of the citizenry of Terrebonne Parish for some time, and WHEREAS, the permit to operate a hazardous waste incinerator at the site, to our knowledge, has still not been revoked, and WHEREAS, in Morgan City, during a May 11, 2004 status presentation by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, there were questions raised about the security and monitoring of the old operational site, and WHEREAS, the citizens of Terrebonne Parish appreciate the efforts and energy EPA and the LA DEQ have expended and continue to expend to bring this matter to a satisfactory conclusion, and WHEREAS, in spite of these efforts, the matter of Marine Shale Processors continues to drag on, causing some anxiety to the residents of this parish. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that this governing body does hereby respectfully request Governor Kathleen B. Blanco, the members of the Terrebonne Parish Legislative Delegation and other interested parties to give their full support and assistance to EPA and the LA DEQ:

1. To expedite the revocation of the hazardous waste permit, 2. To provide regular monitoring of the plant site to insure that the degradation of its

infrastructure does not result in an undetected spill, until it can be properly cleaned up, and

3. To have the responsible party(s) maintain or institute some form of security at the site to prevent any unexpected tampering with the site, until the entire matter is resolved.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



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Parish President D. Schwab requested the Council’s consideration of Mr. Jacques Beebe as an Assistant Parish Attorney.

Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council ratify the

Parish President’s appointment of Mr. Jacques Beebe as an Assistant Parish Attorney.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Ms. K. Elfert, “THAT, it now being 6:30 p.m., the Council open public hearings.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following:

A. A proposed ordinance to amend the Budgets to adjust the amount needed for the Central Avenue/White Avenue Project.

The Chairman recognized the following individuals from the public who expressed their support for the proposed ordinance to help alleviate the severe flooding problems they have experienced in the Central Avenue/White Avenue area:

• Mrs. Vicki Cloutier – 700 Central Avenue • Mr. Stephen Walters – 707 Central Avenue • Dr. Bud Cloutier – 700 Central Avenue

There were no further comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” *(MOTION VOTED ON AFTER LENGTHY DISCUSSION.) Upon questioning by Councilwoman C. Duplantis, Assistant Parish Attorney C. Alcock stated she would have to look into the liability aspect as to whether residents who are flooding would be allowed to put out barricades to stop motorists from passing through the water causing more flooding problems for them. Upon further questioning by Councilwoman C. Duplantis, Parish Manager B. Blackwell stated that he had spoken to the Houma Police Chief regarding the traffic problem on flooded streets and a reasonable solution is trying to be reached, but suggested that Legal review the situation. Upon questioning by Councilwoman K. Elfert, Public Works Director A. Levron stated that he has the same concerns as the Assistant Parish Attorney regarding the liability issues should individuals be allowed to handle barricades in flooding situations. Mr. Levron stated that there could be over 100 streets flooded on a given rain event, so a priority list would be a good idea, to know where to place them.

A lengthy discussion relative to the recent flooding that occurred in the Central Avenue/White Avenue area and the issue of how to deal with motorists traveling through floodwaters causing additional flooding to the residents’ homes. During the ensuing discussion, it was brought up that there currently is a law in the Parish Code, Section 22-9, that prohibits motor vehicles and/or boats to travel on public roads, highways or bridges that are flooded. Upon questioning by Councilman A. Tillman, Public Works Director A. Levron stated that a phase of the SCADA system was performed, but he believes no more funds were appropriated for 2004 to continue the system. Mr. Levron stated that currently there are 1/3 of the sixty-five pump stations on line that can be monitored on-line via phone lines and radio signals at the main headquarters. Mr. Levron stated that the majority the pumping stations does have automation. Mr. Levron stated that the SCADA System is a technology that as funding becomes available, is anticipated to continue to get all the systems automated, and presently outside contractors are being looked at to do that now. Mr. Levron further stated that a review of drainage needs in the Parish was reviewed and it is close to $75 million. Mr. Levron stated that Administration will do its best, within the available funding, to address those needs. The Chairman recognized Mr. Rene Schexnayder, 701 Central Avenue, who stated that every time it rains, he is faced with the strong possibility of his residence flooding. Mr. Schexnayder expressed that his emotional state has been very strained due to recent rains that occurred that caused his home to flood once again and motorists traveling in the floodwaters causing more problems. Mr. Schexnayder pleased with the Parish Government to address this matter to alleviate the severe drainage problems in this area. *The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre.

ORDINANCE NO. 6869

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE 2004 ADOPTED BUDGET AND THE 5-YEAR CAPITAL OUTLAY OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOLIDATED GOVERNMENT SO AS TO ADJUST THE AMOUNT NEEDED FOR THE CENTRAL AVE./WHITE AVE. PROJECT.

SECTION I

WHEREAS, Council District #5 is in need for drainage improvements for Central and White Streets, and

WHEREAS, the funding is to be transferred from the Dumas/Legion Pools Project in the

amount of $10,891. BE IT ORDAINED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne

Parish Consolidated Government, that the 2004 Adopted Budget and 5-Year Capital Outlay of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government be amended as follows:

FUND 655 - PARISHWIDE DRAINAGE CONSTRUCTION FUND655-351-8929-53 Central Ave./White St. Drainage 10,891 655-000-7106-59 Capital Projects Control Fund (10,891)

FUND 659 - CAPITAL PROJECTS CONTROL FUND655-999-9106-55 Parishwide Drainage Construction Fund 10,891659-501-8913-09 Dumas/Legion Pools (10,891)

Year of Amount of Total Project Description: Funding Funding Funding 659-501-8913-09 Prior Years 150,000 Dumas/Legion Pools 2004 (10,891)

2005 0 2006 0 2007 0 2008 0 $139,109

Year of Amount of Total Project Description: Funding Funding Funding 655-351-8929-53 Central Ave./White St. Drainage Prior Years 50,000 2004 10,891

2005 0 2006 0 2007 0 2008 0

$60,891

SECTION II

If any word, clause, phrase, section or other portion of this ordinance shall be declared null, void, invalid, illegal, or unconstitutional, the remaining words, clauses, phrases, sections and other portions of this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect, the provisions of this ordinance hereby being declared to be severable.

SECTION III This ordinance shall become effective upon approval by the Parish President or as otherwise provided in Section 2-13(b) of the Home Rule Charter for a Consolidated Government for Terrebonne Parish, whichever occurs sooner.

This ordinance, having been introduced and laid on the table for at least two weeks, was voted upon as follows: THERE WAS RECORDED:


The Chairman declared the ordinance adopted on this, the 26th day of May, 2004.

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The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: B. A proposed ordinance to approve a lease agreement for oil, gas, and minerals with Savannah

Oil & Gas, I, L.P. for Parish-owned property in the vicinity of Ouiski Bayou. There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Lambert and Mr. P. Rhodes.

ORDINANCE NO. 6870

An ordinance to approve a lease agreement for oil, gas, and other liquid or gaseous minerals with Savannah Oil and Gas I, L.P and to authorize the Parish President to execute the Lease Agreement in accordance with Section 2-11 of the Terrebonne Parish Code and the requirements of the Louisiana State Mineral Board subject to independent review by an Oil and Gas Expert; to submit the lease to the State Mineral Board for approval and to address other matters relative thereto.

SECTION I

WHEREAS, on March 10, 2004, Resolution No. 04-074 authorized advertisement for bids for mineral lease in the Ouiski Bayou area, and WHEREAS, on March 22, 23, and 24, 2004, said advertisement was published in The Advocate and on March 21, 22 and 23, 2004, in the Houma Courier in accordance with La. R.S. 30:126; WHEREAS, on April 22, 2004, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government opened bids for oil, gas and/or mineral leases in accordance with La. R.S. 30:127 on property owned by the Parish Government and further described as follows:

Houma Area – All of the tracts, lots, streets, roads, alleys and rights-of-way belonging to Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government located within the following described boundaries: Beginning at a point having Lambert Plane Coordinates of X=2, 172,312 and Y=350,803; Thence Easterly approximately 4,539 feet to X=2,176,851 and Y=350,803; thence run Southerly 7237 feet to X=2,177,002 and Y=343,567; thence Northwesterly 5412 feet to X=2,172,312 and Y=346,270, thence North 4533 feet to the point of beginning, estimated to contain 10.01 acres, more or less, as shown outlined on the attached plat;

WHEREAS, the sole bid of $3,199.99 or approximately $319.67 per acre, annual rental of $3,199.99, three year primary term 25% royalty, was received from Land Resources, Inc., John A. Melancon, Jr. Broker, on behalf of Savannah Oil and Gas I, L.P.;

WHEREAS, the documents were received and reviewed by the Finance and Legal Departments and found to be in order, subject to the independent review by an oil and gas expert to determine whether the lease terms represent fair market value; and WHEREAS, Section 2-11 of the Terrebonne Parish Charter provides that an ordinance is required to convey or lease or authorize the conveyance or lease of any lands or property of the parish government. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the bid of Savannah Oil and Gas I, L.P., for an oil, gas & mineral lease in the Ouiski Bayou Area be accepted and the lease approved and that the Parish President be authorized to execute the lease and any documents relative thereto, subject to the independent review by an oil and gas expert to confirm that the lease terms represent fair market value.

SECTION II If any word, clause, phrase, section or other portion of this ordinance shall be declared null, void, invalid, illegal, or unconstitutional, the remaining words, clauses, phrases, sections and other portions of this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect, the provisions of this ordinance hereby being declared to be severable. This ordinance, having been introduced and laid on the table for at least two weeks, was voted upon as follows: THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: C. A proposed ordinance to establish a “No Parking” zone on a 300-foot section of Cross Street

(in Montegut) There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Lambert. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre.

ORDINANCE NO. 6871 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PARISH CODE OF TERREBONNE PARISH, CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE V (STOPPING, STANDING & PARKING), DIVISION 2 (PARISH), SECTION 18-223 (NO PARKING ZONES): TO AUTHORIZE THE DESIGNATION OF A “NO PARKING ZONE” ON THAT PORTION OF THE EAST SIDE (OPPOSITE THE BALL FIELD) CROSS STREET BEGINNING AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH DOLPHIN DRIVE FOR A DISTANCE OF THREE HUNDRED (300’) FEET; TO AUTHORIZE THE INSTALLATION OF APPROPRIATE SIGNS; AND TO ADDRESS OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE THERETO.

SECTION I

BE IT ORDAINED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, in regular session convened, acting pursuant to the authority invested in it by the Constitution and laws of the State of Louisiana, the Home Rule Charter for a Consolidated Government for Terrebonne Parish, and including, but not limited to, LSA R.S. 33:1368 and other statutes of the State of Louisiana, and to amend the Codes of Terrebonne Parish, Chapter 18, Article V, Division 2, Parish Section 18-223 to authorize the designation of a “No Parking Zone” on that portion of the east side of Cross Street (opposite the ball field) beginning at its intersection with Dolphin Drive and continuing for a distance of three hundred (300’) feet, and to authorize the installation of the appropriate signs as required in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

SECTION II


SECTION III Any ordinance or part thereof in conflict herewith is hereby repealed.

SECTION IV This ordinance shall become effective upon approval by the Parish President or as otherwise provided in Section 2-13(b) of the Home Rule Charter for a Consolidated Government for Terrebonne Parish, whichever occurs sooner. This ordinance, having been introduced and laid on the table for at least two weeks, was voted upon as follows: THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, K. Elfert, T. Cavalier, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes and P. Lambert. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: C. Duplantis.


* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following:

D. A proposed ordinance to accept Sugarland Subdivision, Addendum No. 2 into the Parish Maintenance System, and to incorporate Fayann Drive and the Extension of Blakefield Drive into the Enhanced 911 Emergency Response System

There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. P. Lambert, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. SECONDED BY: Ms. K. Elfert & Mr. P. Lambert.

ORDINANCE NO. 6872

AN ORDINANCE DEDICATING AND ACCEPTING THE MAINTENANCE/OPERATION OF THE STREET, SERVITUDES, UTILITIES, GAS, RIGHTS-OF-WAY FOR “SUGARLAND SUBDIVISION, ADDENDUM NO. 2”;

TO INCORPORATE “FAYANN DRIVE” AND THE EXTENSION OF “BLAKEFIELD DRIVE” INTO THE ENHANCED 911 EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING A BETTER MEANS OF LOCATING ADDRESSES; and

TO SET FORTH AN EFFECTIVE DATE FOR THE INCORPORATION OF STREET NAME(S), TO INFORM THE PROPER AGENCIES OF THE STREET NAME(S), AND TO AUTHORIZE THE INSTALLATION OF THE APPROPRIATE STREET SIGN(S), AND TO ADDRESS OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE THERETO.

SECTION I

BE IT ORDAINED that the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, dedicates and accepts the maintenance/operation of the street, servitudes, utilities, gas, rights-of-way as depicted on a plat, prepared March 1, 2004 by Milford & Associates, Inc. titled “Sugarland Subdivision, Addendum No. 2”, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof;

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED effective on the 16th day of June, 2004, that “Fayann Drive” and the extension of “Blakefield Drive” be incorporated into the Enhanced 911 Emergency Response System;

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that a copy of this ordinance be submitted to the

Terrebonne Parish Communications Board, local U.S. Postal Services, fire districts, Acadian Ambulance, Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office, and any other appropriate agency; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the Parish Forces be directed to install the proper

street sign on the appropriate street, and that any other actions relative thereto be addressed.

SECTION II

If any word, clause, phrase, section or other portion of this ordinance shall be declared null, void, invalid, illegal, or unconstitutional, the remaining words, clauses, phrases, sections or other portions of this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect, the provisions of this section hereby being declared to be severable. This ordinance, having been introduced and laid on the table for at least two weeks, was voted upon as follows: THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, K. Elfert, T. Cavalier, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes and P. Lambert. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: C. Duplantis.


* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: E. A proposed ordinance to accept Capital Commercial Development, Phase 1 into the Parish

Maintenance System, and to incorporate Freedom Road and the Extension of Capital Boulevard into the Enhanced 911 Emergency Response System

There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. SECONDED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis.

ORDINANCE NO. 6873

AN ORDINANCE DEDICATING AND ACCEPTING THE MAINTENANCE/OPERATION OF THE STREET, SERVITUDES, UTILITIES, GAS, RIGHTS-OF-WAY FOR “CAPITAL COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT PHASE 1”

TO INCORPORATE “FREEDOM ROAD” AND THE EXTENSION OF “CAPITAL BOULEVARD” INTO THE ENHANCED 911 EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING A BETTER MEANS OF LOCATING ADDRESSES; and

TO SET FORTH AN EFFECTIVE DATE FOR THE INCORPORATION OF STREET NAME(S), TO INFORM THE PROPER

AGENCIES OF THE STREET NAME(S), AND TO AUTHORIZE THE INSTALLATION OF THE APPROPRIATE STREET SIGN(S), AND TO ADDRESS OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE THERETO.

SECTION I

BE IT ORDAINED that the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, dedicates and accepts the maintenance/operation of the street, servitudes, utilities, gas, rights-of-way as depicted on a plat, prepared June 2, 2003 by Milford & Associates, Inc. titled “Capital Commercial Development Phase 1”, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof;

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED effective on the 16th day of June, 2004, that “Freedom Road” and the extension of “Capital Boulevard” be incorporated into the Enhanced 911 Emergency Response System;





SECTION II




* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: F. A proposed ordinance to accept Corey Heights West, Phase D into the Parish Maintenance

System, and to incorporate William Henry Lane, Brandon Reed Lane, and the Extension of Al Joseph Lane into the Enhanced 911 Emergency Response System

There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Ms. K. Elfert, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. SECONDED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis.

ORDINANCE NO. 6874

AN ORDINANCE DEDICATING AND ACCEPTING THE MAINTENANCE/OPERATION OF THE STREET, SERVITUDES, UTILITIES, GAS, RIGHTS-OF-WAY FOR “COREY HEIGHTS WEST, PHASE D”

TO INCORPORATE “WILLIAM HENRY LANE”, “BRANDON REED LANE”, AND THE EXTENSION OF “AL JOSPEH LANE” INTO THE ENHANCED 911 EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING A BETTER MEANS OF LOCATING ADDRESSES; and

TO SET FORTH AN EFFECTIVE DATE FOR THE INCORPORATION OF STREET NAME(S), TO INFORM THE PROPER AGENCIES OF THE STREET NAME(S), AND TO AUTHORIZE THE INSTALLATION OF THE APPROPRIATE STREET SIGN(S), AND TO ADDRESS OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE THERETO.

SECTION I

BE IT ORDAINED that the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, dedicates and accepts the maintenance/operation of the street, servitudes, utilities, gas, rights-of-way as depicted on a plat, prepared March 29, 2004 by Milford & Associates, Inc. titled “Corey Heights West Phase D”, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof;

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED effective on the 16th day of June, 2004, that “William Henry Lane”, “Brandon Reed Lane” and the extension of “Al Joseph Lane” be incorporated into the Enhanced 911 Emergency Response System;





SECTION II


YEAS: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, K. Elfert, T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes and P. Lambert. NAYS: None.

ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.


* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: G. A proposed ordinance that will rezone property located at 401 Morgan Street from R-1 to R-2 There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Mr. W. Thibodeaux. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre.

ORDINANCE NO. 6875

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE URBAN SERVICES DISTRICT ORDINANCE TO REZONE LOT 1 OF BLOCK 123 OF ELIZABETHTOWN AND SITUATED AT 401 MORGAN STREET FROM R-1 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R-2 (TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) AND TO ADDRESS OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE THERETO.

WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of Terrebonne Parish

Consolidated Government, hereby declares that it has adopted a resolution giving notice of intent to adopt the following ordinance hereto, and

WHEREAS, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of Terrebonne Parish

Consolidated Government, has conducted a public hearing on Wednesday, May 26, 2004, and

WHEREAS, after considering all comments received, if any, the following action is hereby taken.

SECTION I

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, rezones Lot 1 of Block 123 of Elizabethtown and situated at 401 Morgan Street from R-1 (Single-Family Residential) to R-2 (Two-Family Residential), and that any other actions relative thereto be addressed.

SECTION II


SECTION III This ordinance shall become effective upon approval by the Parish President or as otherwise provided in Section 2-13(b) of the Home Rule Charter for a Consolidated Government for Terrebonne Parish, whichever occurs sooner. This ordinance, having been introduced and laid on the table for at least two weeks, was voted upon as follows: THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: H. A proposed ordinance that will establish a “Drug-Free Zone” around The House of The Lord

Church on Hobson Street The Chairman recognized Minister Troy James, Pastor of “The House of The Lord Church”, who requested the Council’s support of the proposed ordinance due to the problem in the community around the church with drugs and offered assistance in dealing with it. The Chairman recognized Mr. Randy Johnson, Lay Minister at “The House of The Lord Church”, who expressed his support in the proposed ordinance and offered his assistance with dealing with the drug problem in the area of the church. There were no further comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded Unanimously, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None



ORDINANCE NO. 6876

An ordinance REQUIRING THE PUBLICATION OF A MAP CLEARLY IDENTIFYING THE BOUNDARIES OF A “DRUG FREE zONE” AROUND THE HOUSE OF THE LORD CHURCH AT 523 hOBSON STREET; TO REQUIRE THAT THE MAP OF SAID ZONE BE MADE AN OFFICIAL PUBLIC DOCUMENT IN THE CLERK OF COURT’S OFFICE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF ACT 171 OF THE 1989 LEGISLATURE (LA. R.S. 17:402 ET SEQ.) AND IN COMPLIANCE WITH la R.S. 40:981.3 AS IT APPLIES TO RELIGIOUS BUILDINGS; to provide for the installation of said signs; and to provide for other matters relative thereto.

SECTION I

WHEREAS, the membership of the House of the Lord Church, located at 523 Hobson Street, have notified the Parish Government of their desire to establish their religious building as a “Drug Free Zone”. BE IT ORDAINED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, in regular session convened and on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the Parish Code of Terrebonne Parish be amended by adding to Chapter 21, Sections 30 and 31, the following: In accordance with the provisions of Act 171 of the 1989 Legislature (LA R.S. 17:402 et seq.) and in compliance with LA R.S. 40:981.3, the map attached hereto and incorporated herein is hereby established as the boundaries of the House of the Lord Church located at 523 Hobson Street, which will be hereby established as a drug free zone in the Parish of Terrebonne, and said map is hereby made an official public document and shall be placed with the Clerk Of Court in accordance with the law.

SECTION II

If any section, part, paragraph, sentence, or clause of this ordinance should be declared invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity or defect shall not affect the remaining sections, paragraphs, parts, sentences or clauses hereof and, to this end, the several provisions hereof are hereby declared to be severable.

SECTION III Except as otherwise provided for herein, this ordinance shall become effective upon approval by the Parish President or as otherwise provided in Section 2-13(b) of the Home Rule Charter for a Consolidated Government for Terrebonne Parish, whichever occurs sooner. This ordinance, having been introduced and laid on the table for at least two weeks, was voted upon as follows: THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * *

Upon questioning by Councilman W. Thibodeaux, Planning & Zoning Director P. Gordon stated that once the ordinance is passed and a map is attached they will be recorded in the Clerk of Court’s Office the “Drug Free Zone” will become effective, law enforcement will be notified and signs will be erected.

The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following:

I. A proposed ordinance to establish a Fee Schedule for Coastal Impact Permits to be used to

fund the Coastal Restoration Department There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. P. Lambert, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Lambert.

ORDINANCE NO. 6877

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 12, ARTICLE III, SECTION 12-66, SECTION 12-70, SECTION 12-71, 12-72, SECTION 12-73, AND SECTION 12-74 OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH CODE SO AS TO REVISE AND TO RENAME THE PROCESSING FEE AMOUNT FOR EACH APPLICATION FOR A LETTER OF NO OBJECTION; AND TO PROVIDE FOR RELATED MATTERS. WHEREAS, Parish Administration is recommending that the Fee and name for each application for a Letter of No Objection be increased and changed effective upon signature of this ordinance by the Parish President according to the proposed name and rate structure as shown below in Section II of this ordinance. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that Chapter 12, Article III, Section 12-66, Section 12-70, Section 12-71, Section 12-72, Section 12-73 and Section 12-74 of the Terrebonne Parish Code be hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 12-66. Statement of Purpose. a. Terrebonne Parish is committed to providing aggressive leadership, direction and

consonance in the development and implementation of policies, plans, and programs which encourage multiple use of the coastal zone and achieve a proper balance between development and conservation, restoration, creation and nourishment of coastal resources in Terrebonne Parish.

b. It is the purpose of the Coastal Impact Permit to enhance and to protect the ecological

systems of the parish, whose renewable resources include numerous species of wildlife and support fisheries, and whose nonrenewable resources, such as crude oil and natural gas, serve as the economic base of the parish. The Coastal Impact Permit process reviews activities, outlined in Section 12-71 of this Article, to:

1. Assure that the proposed activity is consistent with local coastal restoration efforts and Coastal zone plans.

2. Assure that the proposed activity does not unnecessarily or excessively destroy

wetlands. 3. Assure that the proposed activity does not negatively impact parish infrastructure

facilities. 4. Determine the extent that the proposed activity will impact coastal areas and the

viability of proposed mitigation plans. 5. Minimize expenditures of public money for costly erosion control and

environmental restoration projects. Sec. 12-70. Violations

a. Any person violating any provisions of this article shall be so notified by personal service or by certified return receipt mail of the specific violation and if the violation can be corrected the violating party will be given no less than five (5) days and no more than thirty (30) days to correct the violation by securing a valid Coastal Impact permit, by removal of the obstruction/activity if it is prohibited or by causing the structure/activity to conform with the provisions of this article and coastal zone plans.

b. If the violating party has committed an offense which cannot be corrected by securing a

valid Coastal Impact Permit, by conformance to this article or if the violating party fails or refuses to comply with the provisions of this article relating to permitting or removal, each such offense shall constitute a misdemeanor subject to penalties up to, but not to exceed state law; each day that a violation exists shall constitute a separate offense. Any offense arising due to the submission of falsified or fraudulent permit information shall carry the maximum misdemeanor allowed by state law.

c. The imposition of any penalty hereunder shall not preclude the director of planning, the

parish legal counsel, or other appropriate authority of the parish, or any adjacent or neighboring property owner who would be specifically damaged by such violation, from instituting injunction, mandamus, or other appropriate action or proceeding to prevent such unlawful erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration, conversion, maintenance, repair and/or improvement, or to correct or abate such violation, or to prevent the occupancy of such structure, building, or land.

Sec. 12-71. Coastal Impact Permit required. A Coastal Impact Permit from the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government shall be

required prior to the performing of any of the following: seismographic survey; or the construction of any well, well site, well platform, other mining operation, pipeline, canal; or for the dredging of canals, bayous, wetlands, lakes, bays, slips, shells or other excavation; or the construction of bulkheads, drainage control structures, flood control structures, landfills, spoil areas, platforms, board roads, levees, battures; or the construction of non-residential facilities requiring a Coastal Zone Permit from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources or a Section10/404 permit from the United States Army Corps of Engineers; or the construction of single family residential structures requiring a Coastal Zone Permit from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources or a Section10/404 permit from the United States Army Corps of Engineers; or any other type of structure or facility within the boundaries of the parish requiring a Coastal Zone Permit from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources or a Section10/404 permit from the United States Army Corps of Engineers.

Sec 12-72. Application for Coastal Impact Permit. a. An application for a Coastal Impact permit, as required by Section 12-71 of this article,

shall be made on forms furnished by the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government and shall be signed and certified as to authenticity by an authorized agent, representative or owner.

b. Accompanying the application must be a clear description of the facility and its proposed purpose, plans, specifications, locations, vicinity maps, construction costs, proposed maintenance plan, possible environmental impacts and plans for minimizing impacts, acres of wetlands and water bottoms affected, proposed mitigation plans, and the names and addresses of its owner, contractor, and the authorized agent or representative.

c. All mitigation plans shall be in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines. There

is an ongoing duty to amend a permit application should the mitigation plan be altered. d. All emergency operations shall be carried out in accordance with state and federal laws. Sec. 12-73. Coastal Impact Fees. a. For construction related to any single family dwelling units requiring a Coastal Zone

Permit from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources or a Section10/404 permit from the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the following fees will apply:

Value Wetland Acreage Impacted Fee Less than $200,000 Less than 1 $100 Less than $200,000 1 to Less than 3 $500 $200,000 or Greater Less than 3 $1,000 Any Value 3 to Less than 10 $2,000 Any Value 10 to Less than 15 $3,500 Any Value 15 or Greater $5,000

b. For construction related to any Commercial/Industrial, non-residential facility requiring a Coastal Zone Permit from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources or a Section10/404 permit from the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the following fees will apply:

Value Wetland Acreage Impacted Fee Less than $200,000 Less than 1 $500 Less than $200,000 1 to Less than 3 $1,000 Less than $200,000 3 to Less than 10 $2,000 $200,000 or Greater Less than 10 $2,000 Any Value 10 to Less than 15 $3,500 Any Value 15 or Greater $5,000

c. For activity not subject to regulations by tables A & B above, that relates to any of the following: seismographic survey; or the construction of any well, well site, well platform, other mining operation, pipeline, canal; or for the dredging of canals, bayous, wetlands, lakes, bays, slips, shells or other excavation; or the construction of bulkheads, drainage control structures, flood control structures, landfills, spoil areas, platforms, board roads, levees, and battures, the permit fee shall be five hundred dollars ($500.00).

d. As it relates to the construction or maintenance of public works projects, a Coastal

Impact Permit shall only be required where the activity is regulated by state and federal agencies. No processing fee will be charged for any required application for Coastal Impact Permit for the construction or maintenance of public works projects financed by local, state or federal government funds.

Sec. 12-74. Decisions on applications. a. Within twenty (20) working days after receipt of a completed application package which

meets the requirements of this article, the applicant shall either receive a letter of no objection from the director of planning and zoning of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government or shall be advised in writing by the director as to the specific reasons for the denial of same.

b. The applicant shall have twenty (20) days to file a written notice of appeal with the clerk

of the council and in the event of appeal, the council shall schedule a public hearing at its next regularly scheduled meeting wherein the applicant will have the opportunity to appeal the decision of the director.

c. The Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government may place any reasonable conditions

deemed necessary so as to minimize or compensate for environmental impact.

SECTION III All funds collected in accordance with Section 12-73 shall be dedicated to the purposes of the Office of Coastal Restoration/Preservation.

SECTION IV This ordinance shall become effective following the signature of the Parish President, or if not signed by the Parish President, in accordance with Sections 2-12 and 2-13 of the Home Rule Charter.

SECTION V If any provision or item of this ordinance, or the application hereof, is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect any other provisions, items or applications of this ordinance which can be given effect apart from and/or without the invalid provisions, items or applications, and to this end, the provisions, items and applications of this ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. This ordinance, having been introduced and laid on the table for at least two weeks, was voted upon as follows: THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Upon questioning by Councilman W. Thibodeaux, Comptroller J. Elfert stated that $337,000. had been budgeted in the Revenue Account that will obviously have to be adjusted since the funding source had not been adopted until later in the year. The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: J. A proposed ordinance to amend the Organizational Chart of the Parish Government to

include the Department of Coastal Restoration, and to amend the Waters Consulting Group’s Compensation and Classification Plan for Parish Employees to include the position of Director of the Coastal Restoration Department

There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. P. Lambert, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” *(MOTION VOTED ON AFTER DISCUSSION.) Council Members P. Rhodes and T. Cavalier stated that they would like to have seen the qualifications for the proposed Director of Coastal Restoration prior to voting on the creation of the position.

Upon questioning by Councilman W. Thibodeaux, Comptroller J. Elfert explained the proposed ordinance contains an updated version of the position of an appointed directorship of the Office of Coastal Restoration as opposed to a classified position. Upon questioning by Councilman W. Thibodeaux, Parish Manager B. Blackwell stated that the salary range for the proposed Directorship of the Office of Coastal Restoration is $55,000.00 to $90,000.00. *The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes.

ORDINANCE NO. 6878

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE PARISH CODE PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF SECTION 4-13 OF THE HOME RULE CHARTER BY AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE 15, ADMINISTRATIVE REORGANIZATION, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COASTAL RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION; AND TO PROVIDE FOR MATTERS RELATED THERETO. WHEREAS, Section 4-13 of the Home Rule Charter of the Parish of Terrebonne provides for administrative reorganization by the creation, change, alteration, consolidation or abolition of parish departments and the reallocation of the functions, powers, duties and responsibilities of such departments, and WHEREAS, the Parish President has determined that it is in the best interest of the Parish and the administration of parish government to create a Department of Coastal Restoration and Preservation for the purpose of providing aggressive leadership, direction, and consonance in the development and implementation of policies, plans and programs which encourage multiple uses of the coastal zone and achieve a proper balance between development and conservation, restoration, creation and nourishment of coastal resources in Terrebonne Parish. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that:

SECTION I Pursuant to Sec 4-13 of the Home Rule Charter of the Parish of Terrebonne providing for administrative reorganization, the Terrebonne Parish Code, Chapter 2, Article IV, Sections 2-84 and 2-77(c) are hereby amended so as to provide for the creation of a Department of Coastal Restoration and Preservation, and transfer the responsibilities of the “Coastal zone management division” to this newly created department where said Sections shall state the following: Section 2-84 Department of Coastal Restoration and Preservation a) The Coastal Restoration and Preservation department shall be headed by the Director of

Coastal Restoration and Preservation.

b) The director of coastal restoration and preservation shall direct and be responsible for the

management of the following: (1) Development of management strategies for the parish which promote the

reduction, and where possible the reversal, of the rate of land loss in Terrebonne Parish by managing those activities of man as well as exotic species that accelerate the natural process of coastal erosion and subsidence;

(2) Coordination of the parish’s interaction with the public, federal agencies

and state agencies involved in comprehensive planning activities for Louisiana coastal restoration/preservation;

(3) Coordination of the parish’s interaction with the public, Federal agencies

and State agencies participating in the Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection, and Restoration Act activities;

(4) Administration of the parish’s Coastal Zone Management Program;

(5) Administration of parish activities with respect to the state and federal NPDES storm water program for municipal separate storm sewer systems; (6) Other such duties as may be described by the president.

Section 2-77 Planning and zoning department c) The planning and zoning department shall consist of the following divisions:

(1) Planning and zoning division; (2) Central permitting division; and (3) Transportation planning division

SECTION II

As a result of the amendment of Section 2-84 as stated above, the following sections shall be renumbered as follows: Section 2-84 shall be renumbered Section 2-85 Section 2-85 shall be renumbered Section 2-86 Section 2-86 shall be renumbered Section 2-87

SECTION III BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the Waters’ Consulting Group’s Compensation and Classification Plan for Parish Employees be hereby amended to add the following positions and job titles:

• Director of Coastal Restoration and Preservation - Grade – 29 ($55,863.26-$90,495.37);

SECTION IV If any word, clause, phrase, section or other portion of this ordinance shall be declared null, void, invalid, illegal, or unconstitutional, the remaining words clauses, phrases, sections and other portions of this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect, the provisions of this ordinance hereby being declared to be severable.

SECTION V

This ordinance shall become effective upon approval by the Parish President or as otherwise provided in Section 21-13(b) of the Home Rule Charter for a Consolidated Government for Terrebonne Parish, whichever occurs sooner. This ordinance, having been introduced and laid on the table for at least two weeks, was voted upon as follows: THERE WAS RECORDED:



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Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council continue with the regular order of business.”

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The Chairman recognized Mr. Val Marmillion, America’s Wetlands, who stated the importance of having authentic voices at the front end of the coastal erosion problem. Mr. Marmillion stated he was requested by the State to put together a State/National/World Campaign, and presented the video he put together for the Campaign to Save Coastal Louisiana. Mr. Marmillion stated that it has not gone unnoticed that Houma-Terrebonne is calling itself “The Heart of America’s Wetland” and land is being lost at such a rate that Houma-Terrebonne has to be the leader nationally in the fight. Mr. Marmillion presented the Parish with a flag, and to inform the Parish that materials such as bumper stickers to put on vehicles, etc. to promote the Campaign to Save Coastal Louisiana. Councilman H. Lapeyre commended Mr. Val Marmillion for his presentation and expressed his support for getting the word out for this tremendous worthwhile cause that is so important to our area. Mr. Val Marmillion stated that CNN is going to kick off a show on June 1 with something on America’s Wetland and the website focus hurricane story to this area. Chairman C. Voisin thanked Mr. Val Marmillion and his father, who was in the audience, for their efforts in this most needed campaign for Coastal Louisiana. Chairman C. Voisin stated that agenda item 2B (Mrs. Rose Mary Lewis-wishing to address the Council relative to flooding on Margaret Street) had been withdrawn by Mrs. Lewis at this time.

Councilman W. Thibodeaux stated that the Margaret Street residents will be present at the next meeting to discuss the lives and property of the residents in that neighborhood with the flooding problems. Chairman C. Voisin called for Ms. Joannie Jenkins, Houma resident, who was listed on the agenda to address Council relative to the “Stencil Program”, but Ms. Jenkins was not present. Chairman C. Voisin stated that agenda item 2D (Mr. Cade Evans, attorney for Bimini Bay Land Trust, wishing to address the Council relative to an appeal of the March 18 decision of the Houma-Terrebonne Regional Planning Commission) has been withdrawn at this time. The Chairman recognized Mr. C. J. Christ, local Veteran, who acknowledged that other individuals were present with him supporting an effort to establish a Regional Military Museum in Houma-Terrebonne and explained possible funding sources. Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council refer the possible establishment of a Regional Military Museum in Houma-Terrebonne to the Community Development & Planning Committee for further discussion.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis.


YEAS: W. Thibodeaux, K. Elfert, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, and P. Lambert

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: A. Tillman and T. Cavalier


Chairman C. Voisin called for Ms. Phyllis Toups, current TARC Advisory Board Member, who had filled out a speaker card to re-introduce herself to the Council, but Ms. Toups was not present. The Chairman recognized Ms. Sandy Marie, Bayouside Drive property owner, who expressed her concerns relative to an individual who recently purchased a house next to property she owns on Bayouside Drive proposing to open a crematorium. Ms. Marie stated that it is her intent to build a house on the property and is very concerned about living next to such an establishment. The Chairman recognized Ms. Vivian Pellegrin, Bayouside Drive resident, who expressed her concerns relative to a proposed crematorium being located 50’ feet from her residence and explained some of the aspects of such an establishment being located there. Ms. Pellegrin submitted a petition from the residents in the area requesting the prevention of such an establishment in this neighborhood. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman and Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council formally accept the petition from the residents of Bayouside Drive requesting prevention of a crematorium in the neighborhood, that the matter be reviewed by the Legal Department, the Planning & Zoning Department, and the District 8 Council Member for further evaluation.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.


YEAS: W. Thibodeaux, K. Elfert, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, and P. Lambert

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: A. Tillman and T. Cavalier

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized Ms. Sybil Guidry, Save the Tree Sub-Committee Chairwoman, who had filled out a speaker card to address the Council relative to “New Developments”, who stated she would defer to another meeting because of the lengthy agenda. The Chairman called for a report on the Budget & Finance Committee meeting held on 5/24/04, whereupon the Committee Chairman, noting that ratification of the minutes calls public hearings on 6/9/04, rendered the following:

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE

MAY 24, 2004 The Chairman, Harold Lapeyre, called the Budget & Finance Committee meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room with the Invocation led by C. Duplantis and the Pledge of Allegiance led by W. Thibodeaux. Upon roll call, Committee Members recorded as present were: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. Committee Member K. Elfert was recorded as absent. A quorum was declared present. The Chairman announced that Committee Member K. Elfert was unable to attend this evening’s meeting due to pending oral surgery.

OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. SECONDED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis.


WHEREAS, on April 15, 2004 bids were received by the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government for Bid NO. 04-1/9-06 for the Surplus Sale of old AS/400 Related Equipment from the Information Technology Department, and WHEREAS, after careful review by the Purchasing Division and Neal Prejean, Information Technology Manager, it has been determined that the only bid received was that of Mr. Peter Mackey for the total amount of $437.00 (which is $86.00 above our total minimum bid price), and WHEREAS, the Parish Administration has concurred with the recommendation that Mr. Peter Mackey is the only and best bid for Bid No. 04-1/9-06 for the Surplus Sale of old AS/400 Related Equipment from the Information Technology Department as per the attached bid forms. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Budget and Finance Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the recommendation of Parish Administration is approved and that the bid of Mr. Peter Mackey is accepted as the highest qualified bid for the total amount of $437.00, as per the attached bid forms.

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman and C. Voisin. NAYS: None.

ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: K. Elfert. The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 24th day of May, 2004.

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Purchasing Manager Angela Guidry stated that the aforementioned item was advertised for bid and only one bid was received. Upon questioning, Mrs. Guidry noted that very little interest was shown for the aforementioned equipment, and stated that Information Technology Manager Neal Prejean assessed the value of the AS/400 surplus equipment.

OFFERED BY: Mr. A. Tillman. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes.


A resolution introducing an ordinance to declare certain items from Customer Service, Terrebonne Parish Criminal Justice Complex and 32nd Judicial District Court, as surplus as described n the attached Exhibit “A” and authorizing said items to be disposed of by public bid, negotiated sale, junked or any other legally approved method. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Terrebonne Parish Council (Budget & Finance Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, does hereby introduce an ordinance which will declare the attached Exhibit “A” as surplus and authorizes the Parish President to dispose of said items by public bid, negotiated sale, junked or any other legally approved method, and that a public hearing on said matter be called for Wednesday, June 9, 2004 at 6:30 o’clock p.m.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Mr. A. Tillman moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Budget & Finance Committee introduce an ordinance to amend the 2004 Budget to provide local funding to supplement the LIHEAP Program to assist Elderly and Disadvantaged Citizens with utility payments, and call a public hearing on said matter on June 9, 2004 at 6:30 p.m.” (**MOTION ADOPTED AFTER DISCUSSION) Housing & Human Services Director Darrel Waire explained that, previously, the Utilities Department allocated funding to assist with the increasing cost of electrical service, and continued that the Parish has received two allocations from the LIHEAP Program for the first and second quarter. He noted that the Utilities Department has agreed to allocate additional funding this year to help pay some of the utility bills for 2004. Upon questioning, Mr. Waire stated that applicants may receive assistance once every twelve months, and added that assistance is provided on a “first come, first assisted” basis. He explained that assistance is based upon the income poverty level, and stated that when funding is available, an advertisement is placed in the local journal. **The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. A. Tillman.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None.

ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: K. Elfert.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Budget & Finance Committee introduce an ordinance to amend the 2004 Budget to provide funding, through a grant agreement from the Louisiana Department of Education, for participation in the Summer Food Service Program for Children, and call a public hearing on said matter on June 9, 2004 at 6:30 p.m.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: K. Elfert.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Mr. C. Voisin moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, there being no further business to come before the Budget & Finance Committee, the meeting be adjourned.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. C. Voisin.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: K. Elfert. The Chairman declared the motion adopted and the meeting was adjourned at 5:47 p.m.

Harold Lapeyre, Chairman Suzette Thomas, Minute Clerk

Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council accept and ratify the minutes of the Budget & Finance Committee meeting held on 5/24/04.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.


YEAS: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, and P. Lambert

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: K. Elfert, T. Cavalier, and P. Rhodes


The Chairman called for a report on the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee meeting held on 5/24/04, whereupon the Committee Chairman rendered the following:

POLICY, PROCEDURE, & LEGAL COMMITTEE

MAY 24, 2004 The Chairman, Wayne Thibodeaux, called the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee meeting to order at 5:51 p.m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room with the Invocation led by T. Cavalier and the Pledge of Allegiance led by A. Tillman. Upon roll call, Committee Members recorded as present were: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. Committee Member K. Elfert was recorded as absent. A quorum was declared present. The Chairman announced that Committee Member K. Elfert was unable to attend this evening due to pending oral surgery. Risk Management Manager Janell Brierly stated that, as per the request of the Council, Administration advertised for bids on special event insurance in the Baton Rouge Advocate, the Times Picayune, and The Lafayette Daily Advertiser. She continued that Third Millennium and Citywide Insurance Agency contacted Administration regarding the request for proposals; but did not submit proposals due to time constraints. Mrs. Brierly stated that Gulf Insurance Company, the existing insurance carrier, submitted the same proposal as submitted last year, and recommended that the quote be accepted.

OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre.


WHEREAS, the Commercial General Liability Policy with Gulf Insurance Company through AON Risk Services, which insures Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government for, co-sponsored and sponsored events expires on 6/11/04, and WHEREAS, the Risk Management Department of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government accepted quotes for the new policy period beginning 6/12/04, and WHEREAS, only one quote was submitted in accordance with TPCG’s request for quotes. That quote was submitted by Gulf Insurance Company (existing carrier), through AON Risk Services whereby Gulf Insurance Company wishes to renew for the 6/12/04-6/11/05 policy period requesting that Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government provide a $5,000.00 working deposit (each additional premium will be collected on a per event basis based upon exposure levels), $600.00 blanket additional insured premium, and terrorism coverage premium $3,000.00. The total amount to be initially paid to the carrier is $8,600.00. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Terrebonne Parish Council (Policy, Procedure & Legal Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government hereby accepts the quote of Gulf Insurance Company through AON Risk Services in the amount of $8,600.00 (plus each additional premium to be determined per event basis according to exposure levels) for the policy period of 6/12/04-6/11/05 for insurance coverage for co-sponsored and sponsored events by the Council and/or Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized Mr. Jeremy Shapiro of The Courier who will be covering local government issues. Comptroller Jamie Elfert presented information relative to expenses incurred for insurance benefits for retirees, and the proposed amendment to the Parish’s Policy and Procedure Manual as it relates to retirement benefits. The Chairman recognized Mr. Patrick Babin, local citizen, who expressed his concern relative to the proposed aforementioned amendment as it relates to law enforcement personnel. The Chairman recognized Mr. Oswald Stoufflet of Lake Decade Court, who requested that consideration be given to crediting retirees with military services for the applicable years of services in their retirement benefits. Upon questioning, Mrs. Elfert noted the costs incurred for training employees who in ten years leave the Parish Government for other employment. She explained the Parish’s retirement benefits, and the Parochial Retirement Systems benefits. Parish Manager Barry Blackwell interjected that the aforementioned amendment does not affect military service because the existing plan does not include military benefits. Risk Management Manager Janell Brierly explained changes in the aforementioned retirement benefits, and noted a change in the proposed resolution under Section I to state, “The Parish will pay up to 85% of the group insurance premium or the maximum percentage of premium paid for active employees, whichever is more.” She noted the expense incurred for retirees who pay little or no insurance cost. Mrs. Elfert noted the significance of payment of full benefits to those employees who only work ten years with the Parish Government and are granted insurance benefits for those ten years. She continued by noting the differences in retirement plans for surrounding parishes. Ms. T. Cavalier moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee request Administration to investigate the possibility of establishing a variation in retirement benefits for Parish employees and retain the matter in committee for further evaluation.” (**MOTION ADOPTED AFTER DISCUSSION) Committee Member A. Tillman requested information relative to the number of employees with ten years creditable insurance who have retired, and the number of employees 65 and over who receive retirement benefits. Ms. Brierly explained the difference between regular retirement benefits and medical retirement benefits. **The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Ms. T. Cavalier.


The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized Mr. Charles Bass of Madison Park Subdivision, who voiced his concern relative to the “inappropriate” use of Rozands Park, overweight vehicles parking in the park, and the disregard of the posted rules for said park. Discussion transpired relative to the public access to parks and playgrounds. Parish Manager Barry Blackwell noted the need to distinguish parks from playgrounds and their appropriate use characteristics. Mr. C. Voisin moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee direct Administration to review and delineate all parks and playgrounds in Terrebonne Parish, and present a report in two weeks.” (**MOTION ADOPTED AFTER DISCUSSION) Parish President Don Schwab noted that Administration does not have any jurisdiction over the parks and facilities under the auspices of the various Recreation Districts. He added that those entities establish and set their own policies for use of parks and facilities. Upon questioning, Risk Management Manager Janell Brierly explained that the various Recreation Districts are insured under the Parish’s insurance coverage, and noted that other organizations have had no problems with providing insurance coverage for organized events. Discussion ensued relative to “double taxation” by requiring taxpayers of Terrebonne Parish to provide insurance coverage for events in public parks when they are already paying millages for said parks. The Chairman recognized Mr. Robert Page of Charles Page Insurance Agency, who explained the uncertainty in claims being filed, and the need to have the appropriate coverage should the need arise. He suggested that a uniform use policy be established for all recreation districts. Committee Member C. Voisin requested that Administration and Charles Page Insurance Agency draft a set of criteria for use of public parks and playgrounds and report back to the committee at a later date. Ms. Brierly interjected that the recreation districts have instructions for requiring insurance at various events. Upon questioning, Mr. Bass stated that there is some misunderstanding in the application of policies by law enforcement personnel for the use public parks and playground. Upon questioning, Recreation Director Sterling Washington noted very little problems with TPR parks and facilities. Mr. Blackwell requested assistance in getting the various recreation districts to comply with a standardized policy for use of public parks and playgrounds. Discussion continued relative to requiring insurance coverage for the use of public parks. **The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. C. Voisin.


The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Chief Brian Hebert stated that the proposed Policy and Procedure Manual for the Houma Fire Department includes criteria for new recruits. He noted that the appropriate entities have reviewed the policy and their recommendations have been included in the policy. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux requested that the aforementioned policy include the United States Justice Decree as it relates to hiring practices. Mr. C. Voisin moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee retain the acceptance of the Policy and Procedure Manual for the Houma Fire Department in committee for two weeks.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. C. Voisin.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: T. Cavalier and K. Elfert.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Parish President Don Schwab commended Chief Brian Hebert on his due diligence in revising the Houma Fire Department’s Policy and Procedure Manual. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee approve and authorize the Parish President to execute a contract for professional services with the Office of Workers’ Compensation Administration for security services.” (**AMENDED MOTION ADOPTED AFTER DISCUSSION) Parish Manager Barry Blackwell explained that the aforementioned contract is the same as the previously executed contract. Upon questioning, Assistant Parish Attorney Courtney Alcock stated that the Legal Department was unable to speak with the officer handling security services for the Workers’ Compensation Administration. Upon additional discussion, Ms. Alcock stated that the Legal Department has no problem with deleting the clause under Section 3 (B) which states, “…however, any extended closure of the satellite office, other than scheduled holidays, will be credited.” **Mr. H. Lapeyre offered an amendment, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee approve and authorize the Parish President to execute a contract for professional services with the Office of Workers’ Compensation Administration for security services, and exclude from Section 3B of said contact the following: ‘however, any extended closure of the satellite office, other than scheduled holidays, will be credited’.” The Chairman called for the vote on the amended motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, and A. Tillman. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None.

ABSENT: T. Cavalier, K. Elfert, and C. Voisin. The Chairman declared the amended motion adopted.

OFFERED BY: Mr. A. Tillman. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes.


WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Summer Camp Program has aided several hundred students in the Houma-Terrebonne community by providing a well organized, entertaining and education series of programs designed to stimulate young people, and WHEREAS, the 2004 Summer Camp Program will be administered by the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government and a special insurance policy will be needed, and WHEREAS, the Parish Administration has received proposals and has recommended that Gulf Insurance ($2,544.00) and Nationwide Insurance Company ($3,024.00) be retained to provide insurance coverage for events such as the Summer Camp Program. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Policy, Procedure & Legal Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the recommendation of the Parish Administration be approved and that Gulf Insurance ($2,544.00) and Nationwide Insurance Company ($3,024.00), based on 700 participants (and be it understood that the figures are based on that participation number) be retained to provide special events coverage for the 2004 Terrebonne Summer Camp Program.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Risk Management Manager Janell Brierly noted that quotes for coverage of the aforementioned camp where cheaper than anticipated. The Chairman relinquished the chair to the Vice Chairwoman.



WHEREAS, the Summer Mentoring Program provides many young people with an excellent opportunity to better prepare themselves for the upcoming school year, and WHEREAS, the program is scheduled to be headed by members of the Learning Center Tutorial Program and aided by a host of volunteers, and WHEREAS, the organizers of the event would like to hold the sessions at the Dumas Auditorium, Monday through Friday, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, beginning on June 7 and continuing to August 6, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Council appreciates the worthiness of the program and wishes to support the mentoring effort made by these volunteers.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Policy, Procedure & Legal Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the rental fees and insurance requirements for the 2004 Summer Mentoring Program be waived and that the educational sessions be held at the Dumas Auditorium from June 7 through August 6, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

THERE WAS RECORDED:


ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: K. Elfert. The Vice Chairwoman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 24th day of May,

2004.

* * * * * * * * * Committee Member W. Thibodeaux presented a brief overview of the Summer Mentoring Program and the services offered. Committee Member T. Cavalier suggested that local coaches be considered as other sources for volunteer services for the aforementioned program. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux thanked Committee Member T. Cavalier for the resources she has provided and for her assistance. Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee retain the matter relative to establishing a policy for administering aid to people in need.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux.


The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, there being no further business to come before the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee, the meeting be adjourned.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None.

ABSENT: K. Elfert.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted and the meeting was adjourned at 8:14 p.m.

Wayne Thibodeaux, Chairman Suzette Thomas, Minute Clerk

Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Council accept and ratify the minutes of the Policy, Procedure, & Legal Committee meeting held on 5/24/04.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux.


YEAS: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, and P. Lambert

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: K. Elfert, T. Cavalier, and P. Rhodes


The Chairman called for a report on the Natural Resources & Coastal Restoration Committee meeting held on 5/25/04, whereupon the Committee Chairman rendered the following:

NATURAL RESOURCES & COASTAL RESTORATION COMMITTEE

MAY 25, 2004

The Chairman, Harold Lapeyre, called the Natural Resources & Coastal Restoration Committee meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room with the Invocation led by T. Cavalier and the Pledge of Allegiance led by K. Elfert. Upon roll call, Committee Members recorded as present were: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. A quorum was declared present. The Chairman recognized Mr. Rudie Bourgeois of Robert Grove Boulevard, Mr. Don Grissom of Bayouside Drive, and Mr. George Bourg who requested support of the Lake Boudreaux Freshwater Diversion Project. The Chairman recognized Lake Boudreaux Project Manager Ralph Libersat of the Department of Natural Resources who offered a power point presentation of the Lake Boudreaux Freshwater Diversion Project history, the components of the project, and the problems incurred thus far. He noted that the aforementioned project is a CWPPRA Project located in Terrebonne Parish with its primary purpose to introduce seasonally freshwater from the Houma Navigation Canal through Bayou Pelton in order to reduce saltwater intrusion and promote vegetation within the project area. Mr. Libersat noted problems with acquiring land rights in order to implement the aforementioned project, and explained that the project will cutoff access to the project area. Committee Member P. Rhodes requested that the Department of Natural Resources present an update of said project in 90-days. Discussion transpired relative to the importance of the aforementioned project being completed. Mr. Bourg inquired about the construction of the levee commencing at the Ashland North Correctional Facility.

Upon questioning, Mr. Libersat expressed the State’s caution in acquiring land acquisition rights. He introduced Mr. John Hodnet and Mr. Chris Knotts of the Department of Natural Resources. Committee Member T. Cavalier suggested that the Department of Natural Resources utilize local residents to help facilitate the needed land right acquisition. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, there being no further business to come before the Natural Resources and Coastal Restoration Committee, the meeting be adjourned.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: T. Cavalier, K. Elfert, C. Duplantis, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.


Harold Lapeyre, Chairman Suzette Thomas, Minute Clerk

Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Council accept and ratify the minutes of the Natural Resources & Coastal Restoration Committee meeting held on 5/25/04.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.


YEAS: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, and P. Lambert

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: K. Elfert and P. Rhodes


The Chairman called for a report on the Public Services Committee meeting held on 5/25/04, whereupon the Committee Chairwoman, noting that ratification of the minutes calls public hearings on 6/9/04, rendered the following:

PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE

MAY 25, 2004

The Chairwoman, Christa Duplantis, called the Public Services Committee meeting to order at 6:35 p. m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room with the Invocation led by W. Thibodeaux and the Pledge of Allegiance led by A. Tillman. Upon roll call, Committee Members recorded as present were: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. A quorum was declared present.

OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre.

RESOLUTION NO. 04-200 WHEREAS, each year, a Road Maintenance Priority List is adopted by the Parish Government as a requirement to receive allocations from the State Transportation Trust Fund, and WHEREAS, this list includes the length and width of a roadway, District in which the road or street is located, Priority Rating and other pertinent information, and WHEREAS, the Parish Administration has devised a 2004 Road Maintenance Priority List for review by the Council. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the attached 2004 Road Maintenance Priority List prepared by the Parish Administration be accepted and approved as submitted.

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman and C. Voisin. NAYS: None.

ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None. The Chairwoman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 25th day of May, 2004.

* * * * * * * * * Public Works Operations Superintendent Perry Blanchard explained that Bayouside Drive was sanded and sealed, and is scheduled to be overlayed in either August or September. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux requested that Administration re-evaluate the condition of Oliver Lane and consider widening said street. Mr. Blanchard interjected that some of the roadways were inspected in January 2003 and may have experienced some deterioration since that time. Upon questioning, Mr. Blanchard stated that projects listed on the Priority List are completed based upon available Transportation funds, and work on a priority basis. He continued that limestone is generally placed on aggregate shoulders in order to reduce potential liability exposure.

OFFERED BY: Mr. C. Voisin. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre.


A resolution awarding and authorizing the signing of the Construction Contract for Parish Project No. 01-DRA-40, Modeling & Improvements of the 1-1B System Channels – Phase 1, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, and authorizing the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government did receive construction bids on Parish Project No. 01-DRA-40, Modeling & Improvements of the 1-1B System Channels – Phase 1, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, and WHEREAS, the firm of Low Land Construction Co., Inc. submitted the lowest responsible bid of $476,830.00 to construct this project, and

WHEREAS, the Engineer for this project, T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc., has recommended that the award of the contract be made to the firm of Low Land Construction Co., Inc., and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government has provided sufficient funds to complete Phase 1 of this project. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that all bid items necessary for the completion of Parish Project No. 01-DRA-40, Modeling & Improvements of the 1-1B System Channels – Phase 1, be awarded to the firm of Low Land Construction Co., Inc.; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the recommendation of the Engineer be approved, and that the bid submitted by Low Land Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of Four Hundred Seventy-six Thousand, Eight Hundred Thirty Dollars and No cents ($476,830.00) be accepted as per attached bid forms; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Parish President, Don Schwab, be authorized to execute all necessary Contract Documents to authorize Low Land Construction Co., Inc. to proceed with all necessary services for the completion of the project.

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux and A. Tillman. NAYS: None.


* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized Mr. Marc Rogers of T. Baker Smith & Son, who explained that the aforementioned project extends from Lower Coteau on the St. Louis Bayou north to Louisiana Highway 182. Upon additional questioning, Mr. Rogers stated that the ultimate idea is to increase the capacity into the conveyance channel. He continued that if the project was changed to dredge from the north to the south, there is a possibility of flooding those areas south of the section.

OFFERED BY: Mr. C. Voisin. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre & Mr. P. Lambert.


A resolution authorizing the execution of Amendment No. 6 to the Engineering Agreement for Parish Project No. 82-PW-38, Susie Canal Drainage Project and Susie Canal Extension. WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government entered into an engineering agreement dated November 12, 1986 with T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc. to perform engineering services for Project No. 82-PW-38, filed under folio No. 792602, Susie Canal Drainage Project and Susie Canal Extension, and WHEREAS, the Engineering Agreement between Owner and Engineer provided for certain limitations for specific Basic and Additional Services, and WHEREAS, a substantial amount of time has elapsed since the final design survey was performed in May 1999 and the commencement of construction in August 2003, and

WHEREAS, the current limitations for Surveying needs to be increased due to the necessity or re-establishing the control points along the levee alignment because of this elapsed time, and WHEREAS, the current limitations for rights-of-way are needed to be increased to compensate the Engineer for researching the servitude across the property of Mr. Wilmer J. Chamberlain, and WHEREAS, the firm of T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc. has been asked to perform this activity under the Additional Services section of the Engineering Agreement for this project, and WHEREAS, the TPCG is desirous of having these services continued so that there is a need for changes to be added to the contract for an increase in the upset limits for these categories. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, does hereby approve and authorize the execution by Terrebonne Parish President Don Schwab of Amendment No. 6 to the engineering agreement with T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc. to perform engineering services for Project No. 82-PW-38 (Susie Canal Drainage Project and Susie Canal Extension) which results in a total increase of Five Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-eight Dollars and Thirty Cents ($5,938.30) to the original contract amount; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of the resolution be forwarded to the Engineer, T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * *

OFFERED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. SECONDED BY: Mr. C. Voisin.


A resolution authorizing a contract with Red Simpson, Inc. for Annual Electric Utility Labor and Equipment Services, in accordance with their proposal of May 11, 2004. WHEREAS, on May 11, 2004 proposals were received by the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government Utilities Department for Annual Electric Utility Labor and Equipment Services, and WHEREAS, the lowest responsive and responsible proposal was that submitted by Red Simpson, Inc. in the amount of Five Hundred Sixty-two Thousand, Six Hundred Fifty Dollars and No Cents ($562,650.00). NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the recommendation of the Parish Administration be approved and that the proposal be, and is hereby awarded to Red Simpson, Inc. in accordance with their proposal of May 11, 2004; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Parish President and all other appropriate parties be, and they are hereby authorized to execute any and all documents associated therewith.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Utilities Director Tom Bourg explained that the lowest bidder failed to comply with one of the prerequisites, which was a reason for rejecting the proposal. He continued that the aforementioned project is not subject to public bid, although the project was advertised for proposals.

OFFERED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. SECONDED BY: Mr. C. Voisin.


A resolution ratifying the Parish President’s appointment of GSE Associates, Inc. to provide Permit Monitoring for 1-1B Project for the period June 1, 2004 – December 31, 2004. WHEREAS, the USACE permit requires the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government to provide for on-going monitoring of the 1-1B drainage project, and WHEREAS, continuous monitoring is necessary for complete data for compliance with the permit, and WHEREAS, the Parish Administration has solicited proposals for the monitoring activities provided for in the permit, and WHEREAS, GSE Associates, Inc. submitted the best and most cost-effective proposal. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, does hereby ratify the Parish President’s appointment of GSE Associates, Inc. to provide permit monitoring for the period June 1, 2004 – December 31, 2004 in the amount of $30,049.25, and authorizes the Parish President, Don Schwab, to execute an Engineering Agreement for the Permit Monitoring for 1-1B Project with GSE Associates, Inc.; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of the resolution be forwarded to the Consultant, GSE Associates, Inc.

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux and A. Tillman. NAYS: None.


* * * * * * * * *

Public Works Director Al Levron stated that the Council previously committed to approve a 90-day contract for permit monitoring services for the 1-1B Forced Drainage Project, and since that time, three proposals have been received for the remaining portion of the year. He added that Administration has opted to obtain competitive proposals is for said services. Upon questioning, Mr. Levron stated that the proposed cost for said services 30,000.00 as opposed to $51,000.00 for 90-days. He continued that there are more tasks involved in the second phase due to the vegetative transept section. The Chairwoman relinquished the chair to the Vice Chairman. Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux, “THAT, the Public Services Committee retain the matter relative to creating a ‘One-Way’ Street along McKinley Street and establishing the entire length of the western side of the street as a ‘No Parking’ zone in committee for further evaluation.” The Chairwoman called for the vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin.

NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairwoman declared the motion adopted. The Chairwoman assumed the chair. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux requested that Administration review the possibility of placing “Stop” signs at the intersections of McKinley and Pear Streets and McKinley and Robbie Streets. Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Public Services Committee introduce an ordinance to create a ‘One Way’ street on that portion of Grinage Street from Bond Street to Honduras Street with the possibility of establishing a ‘No Parking Zone’ on the same side of said roadway as the Beautiful Beginnings building, and call a public hearing on said matter on June 9, 2004 at 6:30 p. m.” The Chairwoman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairwoman declared the motion adopted. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux expressed concern relative to new development in the Bayou LaCarpe Drainage Basin affecting drainage in the area, and suggested that a moratorium be enacted to prevent any further development.

Assistant Parish Attorney Courtney Alcock stated that consideration must be given the to criteria for establishing a valid moratorium, and added that the Council has the authority to provide for drainage improvements. Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Public Services Committee introduce an ordinance to establish a 120-day moratorium on new development in the entire Bayou LaCarpe Drainage Basin and call a public hearing on said matter on June 9, 2004 at 6:30 p.m.” (**AMENDED MOTION OFFERED AFTER DISCUSSION) Upon questioning, Public Works Director Al Levron stated that the Bayou LaCarpe Drainage Basin consists of 750 to 1,000-acres of land extending from the Intracoastal to Hollywood Road. **Mr. W. Thibodeaux offered an amendment, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Public Services Committee introduce an ordinance to establish a 120-day moratorium on new development in the entire Bayou LaCarpe Drainage Basin as depicted in a study conducted by GSE Associates, Inc., and call a public hearing on said matter on June 9, 2004 at 6:30 p. m.” (**SECOND AMENDMENT OFFERED AFTER DISCUSSION)

Upon questioning, Ms. Alcock further explained additional legal aspects which must be met to ensure the moratorium would hold up in a court, permitting issues must be addressed, and while the flooding occurs must be determined. Committee Member C. Voisin suggested that the Legal Department review the aforementioned request, prepare and submit an opinion prior to the public hearing. **Mr. W. Thibodeaux offered a second amendment, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Public Services Committee introduce an ordinance to establish a 120-day moratorium on new development in the entire Bayou LaCarpe Drainage Basin as depicted in a study conducted by GSE Associates, Inc., request the Legal Department to prepare and submit an opinion on said matter for consideration at the next committee meeting, and call a public hearing on said matter on June 9, 2004 at 6:30 p. m.” (**THIRD AMENDMENT OFFERED AFTER DISCUSSION) Mr. Levron stated that if the current building permit ordinance is doing its job, it would catch all new development in the aforementioned basin. He suggested that a moratorium in the aforementioned basin on all new developments that do not require engineering approval be enacted. **Mr. W. Thibodeaux offered a third amendment, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Public Service Committee introduce an ordinance to establish a 120-day moratorium on new development in the entire Bayou LaCarpe Drainage Basin, as depicted in a study conducted by GSE Associates, Inc., and those developments that do not fall within the purview of the permitting process, request the Legal Department to prepare and submit an opinion on said matter for consideration at the next committee meeting, and call a public hearing on said matter on June 9, 2004 at 6:30 p. m.” The Chairwoman called for the vote on the third amended motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux.


The Chairwoman declared the third amended motion adopted.

Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Public Services Committee add on to the agenda the matter relative to expressing opposition to the Local Government Telecommunications Private Industry Safeguards Act.” The Chairwoman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: P. Lambert. ABSENT: None.

The Chairwoman declared the motion adopted. Utilities Director Tom Bourg stated that if Louisiana Senate Bill No. 511 were introduced, it would prohibit parishes from entering into the telecommunications industry. He continued that the bill was substituted for another bill, and noted that time is of the essence in voicing opposition, due to the bill being considered in the near future.

OFFERED BY: Mr. C. Voisin. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre & Mr. P. Rhodes.


A resolution expressing opposition to the Local Government Telecommunications Private Industry Safeguards Act, substituted for Louisiana Senate Bill No. 511. WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, through its Department of Utilities, currently operates a fiber optic telecommunications system to support communications associated with electric system control and data acquisition, and WHEREAS, since its installation in 1999 the system’s function has been expanded to serve as a core computer communication link between governmental agencies at minimum cost, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government has directed the Department of Utilities to investigate alternatives, including expansion of this system, to offer a competitive alternative telecommunications service to the governmental sector, businesses, and residents in Terrebonne, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is aware that legislation is now proposed to enact the “Local Government Telecommunications Private Industry Safeguards Act” substituted for Senate Bill No. 5611 by Senator Ellington in the Louisiana Senate, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is opposed to the adoption of any laws adversely affecting the ability of a municipality or parish to provide telecommunications services such as CATV, internet, telephone or other broadband services. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government does hereby express its opposition to the adoption of any laws adversely affecting the ability of a municipality or parish to provide telecommunication services such as CATV, internet, telephone and other broadband services; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government specifically opposes the legislation now proposed to enact the “Local Government Telecommunications Private Industry Safeguards Act”, substituted for Senate Bill No. 511 by

Senator Ellington in the Louisiana Senate, and any other similar legislation which may be introduced in either the Senate or the House of Representatives; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that should the Louisiana Legislature adopt any such legislation, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government hereby urges the Governor to veto such legislation.

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman and C. Voisin. NAYS: None.

ABSTAINING: P. Lambert. ABSENT: None. The Chairwoman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 25th day of May, 2004.

* * * * * * * * * Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, there being no further business to come before the Public Services Committee, the meeting be adjourned.” The Chairwoman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairwoman declared the motion adopted and the meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p. m.

Christa M. Duplantis, Chairwoman Suzette Thomas, Minute Clerk

Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Council accept and ratify the minutes of the Public Services Committee meeting held on 5/25/04.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis.


YEAS: A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, and P. Lambert

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: K. Elfert


The Chairman called for a report on the Community Development & Planning Committee meeting held on 5/25/04, whereupon the Committee Chairman, rendered the following:

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING COMMITTEE

MAY 25, 2004 The Chairman, Alvin Tillman, called the Community Development & Planning Committee meeting to order at 7:21 p.m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room with the Invocation led by H. Lapeyre and the Pledge of Allegiance led by K. Elfert. Upon roll call, Committee Members recorded as present were: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. A quorum was declared present. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux, “THAT, the Community Development & Planning Committee authorize South Central Planning & Development Commission to work with the Registrar of Voters to prepare and submit a change of precinct boundaries.” (**MOTION ADOPTED AFTER BRIEF DISCUSSION) Parish Manager Barry Blackwell stated that Administration will check with South Central Planning & Development Commission regarding any fees associated with the aforementioned precinct boundary changes. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux interjected that the aforementioned precinct boundary changes are being enacted as per the United States Department of Justice mandate that requires 300 electoral votes within each precinct, and added that any fees associated with the precinct changes may be included in the membership fees paid to South Central Planning & Development Commission. Council Clerk Paul Labat stated that, after conferring with South Central Planning & Development Commission Chief Executive Director Kevin Belanger, it is his understanding that there is no cost associated with the aforementioned precinct boundary changes, but he will confirm that tomorrow. **The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.


The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Parish Manager Barry Blackwell explained the breakdown of the $13,000.00 concession offered to Houma Sports Entertainment, LLC (d/b/a the Bayou Bucks) for use of the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center. Mr. Blackwell noted previous concessions granted to the aforementioned company. (NO ACTION TAKEN) OFFERED BY: Mr. C. Voisin. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes.


A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE DESIGN AND GENERAL CONTRACTING SERVICES OF SEVERAL HOMES AS RECOMMENDED BY AEGIS INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS, LLC, UNDER THE PROVISIONS AND

CONDITIONS OF THE FEMA GRANT (PROJECT #HMGP 1437-109-0001) IN TERREBONNE PARISH; TO AUTHORIZE AEGIS INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS, LLC TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO PROCEED WITH THE PROPERTIES; AND TO PROVIDE FOR OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE THERETO.

WHEREAS, the Parish application for federal assistance to mitigate target repetitive loss

structures in Terrebonne Parish was been approved by FEMA on August 29, 2003, for a period of three (3) years, beginning August 29, 2003 and ending August 28, 2006, and

WHEREAS, Aegis Innovative Solutions, LLC (“Aegis”) agrees to perform on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government (“Parish”), as the designer and general contractor to design, repair, elevate, upgrade, refinish or otherwise renovate existing residential structures participating in the FEMA program, and

WHEREAS, the scope of design and general contracting services, costs and payment

methods shall be developed under a separate agreement between homeowner and Aegis, and WHEREAS, the homeowner/Aegis agreements will be made available to the Parish for

obligation of grant funds and participation by each homeowner in the program, and WHEREAS, payments of grant funds to Aegis as the designer and general contractor by

the Parish under these separate agreements will be authorized by the Homeowner or Parish representative, and

WHEREAS, the following structures are submitted by recommendation from Aegis to

proceed with the “Design and General Contracting Services”: • Ray LeBouef, 112 Old Combon Road, Dulac, LA • Wilford Trahan, 137 Rose Street, Dulac, LA NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community

Development & Planning Committee), on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government that Aegis be authorized to negotiate and to execute all documents necessary to proceed with the “Design and General Contracting Services” of the specifically named structures.

THERE WAS RECORDED:


ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None. The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 25th day of May, 2004.

* * * * * * * * * Mr. P. Lambert moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes and Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Community Development & Planning Committee retain the matter relative to amending the Parish Code with respect to cemetery vaults in committee for further evaluation.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Lambert.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: T. Cavalier, C. Duplantis, K. Elfert, P. Lambert, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None.

ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. P. Lambert, “THAT, the Community Development & Planning Committee add on the agenda the matters relative to opposing Louisiana Senate Bill 479 which would allow Hospital Service Districts to hire relatives and the submission of a grant application to the Governor’s Office Rural Development for various capital items and equipment for a multi-district fire training field/facility in Chauvin.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.


The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Discussion transpired relative to opposing Louisiana Senate Bill 479 that would allow Hospital Service Districts to hire relatives, the potential affects of nepotism by allowing such action to occur, and no imminent shortage of personnel at Terrebonne General Medical Center.

OFFERED BY: Mr. W. Thibodeaux. SECONDED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis & Mr. P. Rhodes.


A resolution opposing Senate Bill 479 which proposes to revise the definition of hospital districts to which the nepotism prohibition does not apply. WHEREAS, Senate Bill 479 proposed to revise the definition of hospital districts to which the nepotism prohibition does not apply by raising the population of those parishes affected to one hundred ten thousand residents, and WHEREAS, based on a quick review of parish population figures, it appears that Terrebonne Parish will be the only parish to be affected, and WHEREAS, the Council feels that Houma-Terrebonne is no longer a small town and has sufficient population to provide for a full professional and diverse work force for the Terrebonne General Medical Center, and WHEREAS, the Hospital Service District No. 1 Board of Commission has never indicated to the Council that there is a problem in finding qualified professionals to be employed by the Parish’s first rate medical center, and WHEREAS, due to the sincere belief that nepotism in government is wrong and should be avoided at all cost, the Council is opposed to Senate Bill 470, which appears to be strictly drafted to allow nepotism at Terrebonne General Medical Center NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community Development & Planning Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, does hereby respectfully request all members of Terrebonne Parish’s Legislative Delegation to oppose Senate Bill 479 which will allow nepotism to take place at Terrebonne General Medical Center; and,

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of the resolution be forwarded to the Board of Directors of Terrebonne General Medical Center for their information.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Additional discussion ensued relative to the Hospital Service District No. 1 informing the Council of its intent to request the introduction of said legislation.

OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. SECONDED: Unanimously.


Authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Governor’s Office of Rural Development for various Capital items and equipment for a jointly held fire Training field/facility in Chauvin, Louisiana, and authorizing the Parish President to execute the necessary documents. WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Council wishes to promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of Terrebonne Parish, and; WHEREAS, the provision and completion of a fire training complex to be jointly operated by three rural fire districts promotes these goals, and; WHEREAS, Fire District No. 5 in Bourg, Fire District No. 6 in Montegut, and Fire District No. 7 in Little Caillou, respectively, have inadequate training facilities; and, WHEREAS, the items to be funded through this grant application will allow for the completion of this needed joint fire training facility; and, WHEREAS, the Governor’s Office of Rural Development offers grant funds for worthy projects in rural areas of eligible parishes throughout the State of Louisiana; and, WHEREAS, Terrebonne Parish is eligible to receive said funds and this grant for the joint fire training facility is supported by Administration and recommended to the Parish Council for its support. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community Development and Planning Committee), on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government that Parish President Don Schwab is hereby authorized to submit and execute the necessary documents in order to apply for a Rural Development in the amount of $33,000.00 through the Governor’s Office of Rural Development for various capital items in support of the jointly held fire training facility for Fire District Nos. 5, 6, and 7, said facility to be located in Chauvin, Louisiana.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Committee Member T. Cavalier requested that Administration inform respective Council members of any funding that may be available for various projects within their district. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, there being no further business to come before the Community Development & Planning Committee, the meeting be adjourned.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.



Alvin Tillman, Chairman Suzette Thomas Minute Clerk

Mr. A. Tillman moved, seconded by Mr. P. Lambert, “THAT, the Council accept and

ratify the minutes of the Community Development & Planning Committee meeting held on 5/25/04.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. A. Tillman.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman and Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council approve the following street light list: INSTALL LIGHT ON EXISTING POLE ACROSS FROM 2749 BAYOU DULARGE ROAD, ON BAYOU SIDE (MR. LACOSTE); ROAD LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 10; SLECA; CLAYTON VOISIN

INSTALL LIGHT ON TALLEST POLE AT THE CORNER OF SOUTHDOWN MANDALAY RD. & VANESSA DR.; TPCG UTILITIES; ROAD LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 3; CLAYTON VOISIN INSTALL ONE 100-WATT STREET LIGHT AND POLE AT 5058 NORTH BAYOU BLACK DRIVE; S.L.E.C.A.; ROAD LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 8; WAYNE THIBODEAUX.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. A. Tillman moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council approve attendance at the following meetings as per the current Council Travel Policy: A) Police Jury Association Workshop on Air Quality Training, June 23, Baton Rouge B) Entergy Team Building Workshop, June 2 & 3, Baton Rouge.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. A. Tillman.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Council appoint Mr. Gilbert Bergeron to the vacancy on the Recreation District No. 7 Board.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Ms. T. Cavalier moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council appoint Ms. Cheryl Skinner and Mr. Dale LeBoeuf to the two vacancies on the Bayou Blue Fire Protection District Board.”

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. T. Cavalier.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes and Ms. T. Cavalier, “THAT, the Council appoint Ms. Arlanda Williams to one of the vacancies on the Terrebonne Women’s Commission.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Councilwoman K. Elfert stated that the Terrebonne Women’s Commission would resume their meetings in June. At this time, Council Members and the Parish President announced the following selection of appointments to the newly-established Home Rule Charter Commission:

Mr. A. Tillman, District 1 - Mr. Kevin Thompson Mr. W. Thibodeaux, District 2 - Mr. Craig Stewart Ms. K. Elfert, District 3 - Mrs. Pam Lemoine Ms. T. Cavalier, District 4 - Mr. Kevin Ghirardi Ms. C. Duplantis, District 5 - Dr. Bud Cloutier Mr. H. Lapeyre, District 6 - Mrs. Cindy Rogers Mr. C. Voisin, District 7 - Mr. Roger Dale DeHart Mr. P. Rhodes, District 8 - Ms. Betty Matherne Mr. P. Lambert, District 9 - Mr. Daniel D. Henry, Sr. Mr. D. Schwab, Parish President - Mr. Kip Robichaux

Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded Unanimously, “THAT, the Council ratify the appointments of the aforementioned individuals to the 2004 Home Rule Charter Commission.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized Dr. Bud Cloutier, Central Avenue, who offered his

appreciation for being afforded the opportunity to work with the Home Rule Charter Commission to make possible improvements. Mr. A. Tillman moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council nominate the following individuals for the At-Large position on the 2004 Home Rule Charter Commission: Alex Ostheimer, Craig Luke, Julie Jeansonne and Ronald Howard; that nominations be closed; and that a voice vote of the Council be taken to determine who will fill the vacancy.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. A. Tillman.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The Chairman called for a voice vote of the Council, whereupon the following was recorded: ALEX OSTHEIMER CRAIG LUKE K. Elfert P. Rhodes T. Cavalier C. Duplantis C. Voisin JULIE JEANSONNE RONALD HOWARD H. Lapeyre A. Tillman P. Lambert W. Thibodeaux The Chairman stated as per the aforementioned results, another voice vote of the Council would be taken to determine if Mr. Alex Oshtheimer, Mrs. Julie Jeansonne, or Mr. Ronald Howard would fill the vacancy on the 2004 Home Rule Charter Commission, At-Large position, whereupon the following was recorded: ALEX OSTHEIMER JULIE JEANSONNE K. Elfert H. Lapeyre T. Cavalier P. Lambert C. Duplantis C. Voisin RONALD HOWARD A. Tillman W. Thibodeaux P. Rhodes The Chairman stated as per the aforementioned results, another voice vote of the Council would be taken to determine if Mr. Alex Ostheimer or Mr. Ronald Howard would fill the

vacancy on the 2004 Home Rule Charter Commission, At-Large position, whereupon the following was recorded: ALEX OSTHEIMER RONALD HOWARD K. Elfert A. Tillman T. Cavalier W. Thibodeaux C. Duplantis P. Rhodes H. Lapeyre C. Voisin P. Lambert The Chairman stated as per the aforementioned results, Mr. Alex Ostheimer is appointed to the 2004 Home Rule Charter Commission, At-Large position. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Ms. K. Elfert, “THAT, the Council accept the nominations of Ms. Phyllis Toups (current member) and Mr. Newton Boudreaux, that nominations be closed and that a voice vote of the Council be taken to determine who will fill the expired term.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The Chairman called for a voice vote of the Council, whereupon the following was recorded: PHYLLIS TOUPS NEWTON BOUDREAUX A. Tillman W. Thibodeaux K. Elfert P. Lambert T. Cavalier C. Duplantis H. Lapeyre C. Voisin P. Rhodes P. Lambert The Chairman stated as per the aforementioned results, Mr. Phyllis Toups is re-appointed to another term on the TARC Board, representing Membership. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council re-appoint Mr. Mike Allemand (re-nominated by Chamber of Commerce) to another term on the TARC Board, representing the Chamber of Commerce.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre and Ms. K. Elfert, “THAT, the Council accept the nominations from the NAACP of Mr. Leroy Theriot, Ms. Cheryl Hayes, and Ms. Patricia Samuel for the TARC Advisory Board, representing the NAACP, that nominations be closed, and that a voice vote of the Council be taken to determine who will fill the expired term.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The Chairman called for a voice vote of the Council, whereupon the following was recorded: LEROY THERIOT CHERYL HAYES T. Cavalier C. Duplantis PATRICIA SAMUEL A. Tillman W. Thibodeaux K. Elfert H. Lapeyre C. Voisin P. Rhodes P. Lambert The Chairman stated as per the aforementioned results, Ms. Patricia Samuel is appointed to the expired position on the TARC Board, representing the NAACP. Ms. T. Cavalier moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre and Mr. W. Thibodeaux, “THAT, the Council open nominations for two weeks for the expired term of Mr. Nelson Kraemer on the Recreation District No. 1 Board.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. T. Cavalier.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux, “THAT, the Council re-appoint Ms. Wendell Keller to an additional term on the Recreation District No. 9 Board.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Ms. T. Cavalier moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux, “THAT, the Council re-appoint Mr. Milton Louviere to another term on the Consolidated Waterworks District No. 1 Board.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. T. Cavalier.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. A. Tillman moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre and Mr. P. Lambert, “THAT, the Council re-appoint Mr. Warb Pledger to another term on the Consolidated Waterworks District No. 1 Board.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. A. Tillman.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council hold nominations open two weeks for the expired position of Ms. Mary Clayton (District 2) on the Consolidated Waterworks District No. 1 Board.”

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes and Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council appoint Ms. Shawny Neil to replace Mr. Daniel LeBlanc, who resigned, from the Recreation District No. 10 Board.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Councilwoman C. Duplantis announced that a donation box will be located in the Library and Council Office for the collection of the following “wish list” items to be sent to our local military personnel: Baby wipes, tissue paper, sunflower seeds, chewing gum, stationary, envelopes, stamps, international calling cards, footballs, basketballs, board games, lip balm, playing cards, jigsaw puzzles, individual seasoning packets, Community Coffee, toothpaste, etc. Councilwoman K. Elfert reiterated if we have heavy rains for motorists to be courteous of homeowners in the area of flooded streets. Councilman W. Thibodeaux stated that the current law regarding motorists traveling on flooded streets allows for a speed limit of “5 mph”. Councilman W. Thibodeaux announced District 2 community meetings on June 10 at the Donner Gym from 5:45-645 p.m. and at the Devon Keller Community Center in Gibson from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Councilman W. Thibodeaux reminded parents who have not signed their children for the Summer Camp Program there is still time to do that and can call 873-6892 for more information or call the Council Clerk’s Office for direction. Council Clerk P. Labat stated that a group of employees have established a 5-minute prayer session each Friday at noon at the flagpole in front of the Government Towers on behalf of the people serving in the military. Councilwoman T. Cavalier encouraged parents to sign their children up for the Parish’s Day Camp because a lot of teenagers are depending on jobs this summer. Councilman P. Rhodes read aloud a flyer for Thursday, June 3, 2004 as “National Hunger Awareness Day in Houma-Terrebonne” and stated that the Terrebonne Parish Council and staff will be accepting non-perishable food items to be brought to the local food bank in support of

this declaration. The donations can be brought to the Terrebonne Parish Council Office, 6th Floor, Government Towers, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded Unanimously, “THAT, the Council ratify the Parish President’s appointment of Mrs. Romaine White as an Assistant Parish Attorney.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Ms. K. Elfert, “THAT, the Council accept the following Monthly Engineering Report:

A) T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, there being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting be adjourned.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted and the meeting adjourned at 9:28 p.m.

VENITA H. WHITNEY MINUTE CLERK

ATTEST:

/S/CLAYTON J. VOISIN___________________ CLAYTON J. VOISIN, CHAIRMAN TERREBONNE PARISH COUNCIL /S/PAUL A. LABAT_______________________ PAUL A. LABAT, COUNCIL CLERK TERREBONNE PARISH COUNCIL