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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS

OF THE

TERREBONNE PARISH COUNCIL

IN REGULAR SESSION

JULY 23, 2003 The Chairman, Mr. C. Voisin, called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room. Following the Invocation, led by Councilman Harold Lapeyre, Councilman Wayne Thibodeaux led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Upon roll call, Council Members recorded as present were: J. B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, and C. Duplantis. A quorum was declared present.

Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council approve

the minutes of the Regular Council Session held on 6/11/03.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: J. B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, and C. Duplantis

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. R. Boudreaux, “THAT, the Council approve

the Parish Bill List dated 7/21/03.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: J. B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, R. Boudreaux, and C. Duplantis

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: W. Thibodeaux

ABSENT: None


OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry and Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr. SECONDED: Unanimously.

RESOLUTION NO. 03-309

WHEREAS, Cerebral Palsy, the most prevalent lifelong disability in the United States, can impair an individual’s ability to perform the most basic of human functions, and

WHEREAS, although people with Cerebral Palsy face a life filled with barriers to leading a “normal” existence, they can be helped through the efforts of modern medicine, and WHEREAS, Cerebral Palsy of Louisiana is the volunteer agency which helps people with this disease with the purchase of needed equipment, assistance with therapy and, most of all, hope, and WHEREAS, on August 2 and 3, 2003, the annual telethon will be broadcast live to enable the generous people of this community to help and support people who must live with this condition, and WHEREAS, twenty-five year old Jared Armstrong, son of Mr. & Mrs. Roy Armstrong, will serve as this year’s poster representative for the telethon, and WHEREAS, Jared Armstrong is a 1999 graduate of Ellender High School and is immensely involved with many community activities. He is a member of the Village East Fire Department, member of the 1st Advocacy group, and a volunteer for the nursing home, and WHEREAS, Jared spends spare time enjoying duck hunting, fishing, recreational basketball, and helping his father coach recreational sports. He works through the summer months at the Lafayette Woods Ballpark. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that “Mr. Jared Armstrong” be congratulated for being selected as the 2003 Poster Representative for Cerebral Palsy in Houma-Terrebonne, and that the organizers of this function be wished the very best. THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: J.B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux , R. Boudreaux, Jr. and C. Duplantis.

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

The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 23rd day of July, 2003.

* * * * * * * * *

Parish President R. Bergeron presented Mr. Jared Armstrong with a key to the City of Houma to honor him for being selected as poster representative for the 2003 Bayou Area Telethon for Cerebral Palsy.

The Chairman recognized Mr. Jared Armstrong and his parents who accepted the

proclamation and Key to the City of Houma and thanked the Parish President and Council for this honor.

The Parish President and Council Members expressed how proud they are of Mr. Jared

Armstrong and how he is an inspiration with his motivation in not letting his handicap from stopping him from being active in his community. OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis.

RESOLUTION NO. 03-310 A resolution authorizing the Parish President to sign and submit the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Contract Amendment for FY 2003. WHEREAS, the Louisiana Department of Social Services has amended the FY 2003 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Contract, and

WHEREAS, the amendment increases the contract amount from $24,257.25 to $30,380.25. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, does hereby authorize the Parish President, Robert J. Bergeron, to sign and submit the LIHEAP Contract Amendment; and,

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, does hereby authorize the Parish President, Robert J. Bergeron, to sign and submit any other documents necessary between the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government and the Louisiana Department of Social Services for the enactment of this amendment. THERE WAS RECORDED:




* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized Mr. Reggie Bourg, Shrimper’s Row resident, who expressed his concerns relative to water getting trapped in the back of the D-11 Pump Station in Dulac, taking a long time to pump the water out and causing the water to have a very bad smell. Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux, “THAT, the Council extend Mr. Reggie Bourg’s time an additional three minutes.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. Reggie Bourg continued his presentation regarding the water being discharged from the D-11 Pump Station in Dulac causing odor problems and health hazards for the residents in the vicinity. Mr. Bourg stated that he has not received all the public records he requested from TPCG. Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council extend Mr. Reggie Bourg’s time an additional two minutes.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. Reggie Bourg continued his presentation and stated that since Tropical Storm Bill, he has conducted research and has not found any administrative orders rebuilding the 3-1C levee system or detailed drawings outlining the culverts that are in the system. Mr. Bourg stated that it appears that the work being done on the levee is being done in-house by TPCG. Councilman W. Thibodeaux requested that Administration take comments made by Mr. Reggie Bourg regarding the D-11 drainage pump and 3-1C levee under advisement and report back to the Council responding to his allegations. Parish Manager A. Levron stated that maintenance is being done on the 3-1C levee is being done in-house and TPCG is not limited to the amount of funds used to perform maintenance. The Chairman recognized Mr. Blaize LeCompte, Forced Drainage Superintendent, who briefly explained how the D-11 drainage pump system is designed and what maintenance is currently being done to improve the system. Upon questioning by Councilman W. Thibodeaux, Mr. LeCompte stated that in the 1970’s, there was an agreement signed with the landowners in the back of the system that allowed the levee to be put up to provide flood protection for emergencies, but after emergencies they wanted the screw gates open to drain their property off in non-emergency situations. Council Chairman C. Voisin stated that he is not sure if there was ever a written agreement, but there was an agreement with the landowner and the Parish in the 1970s to allow the Parish to build a levee and to pump the water away from residents’ homes and to pump the water off the landowner’s property after. Mr. Voisin acknowledged that water from pump stations does have a bad odor. Mr. J. B. Breaux moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, it now being 6:30 p.m., the Council open public hearings.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. J. B. Breaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following:

A. A proposed ordinance to extend the provisions of Ordinance No. 6750 (which imposed a

temporary moratorium on any development requiring governmental approval that will create additional run off or additional sewer loading not previously incorporated into Parish facilities in the area starting at the intersection of Bernard Street, Country Club Drive & Bayou Black Drive and continuing on Bayou Black Drive in a westerly direction to its intersection with Hollygrove Avenue, thence in a southerly direction along Hollygrove

Avenue to its intersection with Willard Avenue, thence in a westerly direction along Willard Avenue to its intersection with Cougar Drive, thence in a southerly direction along Cougar Drive to its straight-line intersection with Concord Road, thence in an easterly direction along Concord Road to its intersection with Concord Road, thence in an easterly direction along Concord Road to its intersection with Country Club Drive, thence in a northerly direction along Country Club Drive to its ending intersection with Bernard Street, and Bayou Black Drive, and further identified in Exhibit A) for a period of thirty (30) days from the conclusion of the original ninety days provided for in Ordinance No. 6570; and to provide for related matters.

Council Chairman C. Voisin read aloud a letter from Assistant Parish Attorney Courtney Alcock, responding to the legality of extending the original moratorium placed on development in the area of the Concord Forced Drainage System that indicated that there appears to be no legal basis for extending the moratorium beyond its current expiration date. Parish Attorney C. McNabb stated that although there is no legal basis to extend the current moratorium beyond its current expiration period, the developer will still have to be approved by the Houma Zoning Commission and the Houma-Terrebonne Regional Planning Commission and may have some permitting issues with the U.S. Corps of Engineers before he can proceed with development. Councilman H. Lapeyre stated that the original moratorium was put into place to allow time for the proper study to take place to address drainage issues in the Concord Road area and the study is complete. Mr. Lapeyre stated that the Council has taken action to allocate funds to address the actions recommended in the study. Mr. Lapeyre stated that he is compelled to follow the advice presented by the Parish’s Legal Department in not extending the time period for the moratorium. Parish President R. Bergeron suggested that another remedy to solve the drainage problems in the Concord Road area, other than a retention pond, be reviewed. The Chairman recognized Mr. Julius Hebert, attorney representing the Barrios Neighborhood Association, Inc., who expressed his concerns relative to the solutions brought forth by the Drainage Study for the Concord Road area not being fully supported by the Parish Administration. Mr. Hebert stated that the residents are concerned because the development is being proposed in an area that has been flooding for a number of years. Mr. Hebert expressed his concerns relative to a drainage problem in the area being identified but not being addressed prior to the development being allowed and questioned who would accept the risk in doing so if the residents suffer losses from flooding. Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre and Mr. J. B. Breaux, “THAT, the Council extend Mr. Julius Hebert’s time an additional three minutes.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. Julius Hebert continued his presentation regarding the drainage concerns of the residents in the Concord Road area with the proposed development and requested consideration in extending the current moratorium until the drainage problems are addressed. Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “THAT, the Council extend Mr. Julius Hebert’s time an additional one minute.”

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



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. Julius Hebert expressed his concerns relative to performing a “piece-meal” approach to address drainage problems in the Concord Road area and suggested that the implementation of the full program presented by the engineer who performed the study be put into place prior to allowing development to take place. Mr. Hebert requested that the moratorium be extended an additional thirty days to evaluate the entire problem and how long it will take to address. The Chairman recognized Mr. Cade Evans, attorney representing Bimini Bay Land Trust (landowner of property being proposed for development), who stated that yesterday, the residents were provided with a proposal that fixes the drainage problems in this area. Mr. Evans stated that it seems as though that even if the drainage problems in the area would be addressed, the residents would still have a problem with the proposed development. Mr. Evans stated that there is a permitting process in place that the developer will have to adhere to, but cannot proceed with unless the moratorium is lifted. Mr. Evans stated that input from all parties will be allowed when following this process. Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis and Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Council extend Mr. Cade Evans’ time an additional three minutes.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. Cade Evans stated that the developer has agreed to implement the recommendations of the engineer who performed the drainage study into his plans and stated that it has been determined that the area will benefit from this development. Mr. Evans stated that since it has been determined that there is no basis to extend the original moratorium, that the proposed ordinance not be adopted so as to allow the permitting process to begin. Upon questioning by Councilman H. Lapeyre, Parish Attorney C. McNabb stated that she does not know of any precedent in recent history where a developer has been denied the opportunity to pursue the permitting process until improvements have been done. Ms. McNabb stated that the opinion is that there is no legal basis from preventing the developer from pursuing the permitting process. Ms. McNabb stated that the Parish President’s suggestion about an alternative to the retention pond can be considered during that process along with other concerns of the residents. Upon further questioning by Councilman Lapeyre, Ms. McNabb stated that the Council can request to review the process of the proposed development at any phase and it could very well be that one or more of these issues could come back before the Council by way of an

appeal. Ms. McNabb stated that she doesn’t feel it would be in order to try to interrupt the permitting process as it is currently configured. Ms. McNabb explained different scenarios that could take place prior to the proposed development taking place. Upon further questioning by Councilman R. Boudreaux, Ms. McNabb stated that she does agree with the opinion rendered by Ms. Courtney Alcock and she does feel it would be in the best interest of the Parish not to extend the original moratorium. A discussion ensued relative to the proposed development in the Concord Road area by Bimini Bay Land Trust, Inc., the concerns of the residents in the area, the drainage study that was performed and different aspects that could be performed to address the drainage problems, and the opinion of the Parish’s Legal Counsel that the Parish does not have any basis to extend the present moratorium now that the drainage study has been completed and submitted. Upon questioning by Councilman D. Henry, Parish Manager A. Levron stated that the original proposal submitted by the developer’s engineer was reviewed by the engineer TPCG hired and ran it through their model and indicated that the design would increase the pump pool elevation of approximately .33 feet. Mr. Levron stated that several different modeling runs were performed that virtually no impact would be seen and the developer has incorporated that design modification into his plan and that does not include the Parish’s retention pond. Mr. Levron stated that with reservoir system of the proposed development and the proposed improvements, which includes a reservoir recommended by the study, the entire system would be enhanced significantly. Upon further questioning by Councilman D. Henry, Assistant Parish Attorney Courtney Alcock stated that the developer has submitted a proposal that would agree to make drainage improvements beyond their scope of development, but cannot be executed without approval from the permitting process. Upon further questioning by Councilman D. Henry, Parish President R. Bergeron stated that he takes no position on the proposal to extend the current moratorium in Concord Road vicinity, but would just suggest that the drainage solution of a retention pond be looked at further. Councilman H. Lapeyre expressed the need to implement much needed improvements to address the drainage problems in the Lamar/Barrios Subdivision whether a development is approved or not. Upon questioning by Councilman J. B. Breaux, Parish Manager A. Levron stated that the engineering firm who performed the study recommended a substantial increase in the capacity of that retention basis because what is in place now would be inadequate. Upon questioning by Councilman D. Henry, Mr. Levron stated that Administration could attempt to require that the retention pond would have some beautification to it if that option were taken. Mr. Levron stated that he could keep the Council abreast of what is going on with regards to the drainage improvements in the Lamar/Barrios Subdivision. Mr. Levron further stated that if work proceeds, TPCG would have to obtain a permit. The Chairman recognized Mr. Jason Benoit, Senior Planner, stated that he obtained a written opinion from the U.S. Corps of Engineers that no permit would be required if the proposed work is done on the western side of the property, but based on the site plan, which hasn’t been approved yet, most of the construction would be on the eastern side of the property. Upon questioning by Councilman R. Boudreaux, Parish Manager A. Levron stated that the developer is required to dig out his reservoir on his property and has proposed to dig out the reservoir on Parish property. Mr. Levron stated that there would be some negotiation in terms of the excavation versus the dirt fill. Mr. Levron stated that the current retention pond is a pit that the Drainage Division some years ago dug and what is being contemplated is an engineered retention basin and beautification could be added to it. The Chairman recognized Mr. Kevin Bella, representing Mr. Doc Wright, landowner of the majority of the property located behind Barrios Subdivision, who stated that Mr. Wright has offered to work with the Parish to assist with rights-of-way to address drainage problems in the area. There were no further comments from the public on the proposed ordinance.

Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. D. Henry, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.


YEAS: J. B. Breaux, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, and C. Duplantis

NAYS: H. Lapeyre

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, “THAT, the Council table the proposed ordinance that will extend the provisions of Ordinance No. 6750 (which imposed a temporary moratorium on any development requiring governmental approval that will create additional run off or additional sewer loading not previously incorporated into Parish facilities in the area starting at the intersection of Bernard Street, Country Club Drive & Bayou Black Drive and continuing on Bayou Black Drive in a westerly direction to its intersection with Hollygrove Avenue, thence in a southerly direction along Hollygrove Avenue to its intersection with Willard Avenue, thence in a westerly direction along Willard Avenue to its intersection with Cougar Drive, thence in a southerly direction along Cougar Drive to its straight-line intersection with Concord Road, thence in an easterly direction along Concord Road to its intersection with Concord Road, thence in an easterly direction along Concord Road to its intersection with Country Club Drive, thence in a northerly direction along Country Club Drive to its ending intersection with Bernard Street, and Bayou Black Drive, and further identified in Exhibit A) for a period of thirty (30) days from the conclusion of the original ninety days provided for in Ordinance No. 6570.” The Chairman declared the motion died, due to the lack of a second. The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: B. A proposed ordinance that will amend the Parish Code relative to excessive noise in

downtown Houma The Chairman recognized Mr. Tommy Cobb, resident of the downtown Historical District, who stated that the Main Street Manager had discussed proposed changes with organizations who hold functions in downtown Houma and they indicated they would prefer if the regulations would remain as they are currently. Mr. Cobb stated that there have been great strides in revitalizing downtown Houma and holding events are part of that. The Chairman recognized Ms. Carol Castagnos, downtown Houma resident, who expressed her concerns relative to the ordinance being proposed not being what was originally presented. Ms. Castagnos stated that the noise coming from the events that are held in downtown Houma medically challenges her health. Ms. Castagnos expressed her concerns relative to what is historic about amplified sound. The Chairman recognized Mr. Kenny Smith, downtown Houma resident, Houma Downtown Development Corporation Member, and Chairman of the 5-K Run for Excellence, who stated that he and his family love living in downtown Houma. Mr. Smith stated that the Downtown Development Corporation has spent countless hours revitalizing downtown Houma and it is working and expressed his concerns relative to infringing on the current regulations hampering that. Mr. Smith expressed his excitement of the 5-K Run for Excellence and the culture of downtown Houma and stated that a permitting process had to be followed and adhered to. Councilman J. B. Breaux gave examples of noises and how many decibels each generates.

There were no further comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. J. B. Breaux moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux and Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. J. B. Breaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. J. B. Breaux moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council concur with the recommendation of Administration and adopt the ordinance to amend Chapter 14, Section 14-26 and Article IX, Section 14-202 of the Terrebonne Parish Code relative to excessive noise and duly permitted and/or TPCG cosponsored events and outdoor concerts in the Houma Downtown Area; and to provide for related matters.” *(MOTION REVISITED LATER DURING PROCEEDINGS.) The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. J. B. Breaux.


YEAS: J. B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, R. Boudreaux, and C. Duplantis

NAYS: C. Voisin, D. Henry, and W. Thibodeaux

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: A. Tillman

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: C. A proposed ordinance that will amend the 2003 Adopted Budget and the 5-Year Capital

Outlay of TPCG to adopt projects with NOAA/DNR and NRCS funds. There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.


YEAS: J. B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, and C. Duplantis

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: A. Tillman


OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. SECONDED BY: Mr. D. Henry.

ORDINANCE NO. 6774

An ordinance to amend the 2003 Adopted Budget and the 5-Year Capital Outlay of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government so as to fund the amounts needed for the following projects.

SECTION I

WHEREAS, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has awarded through the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) a grant (Grant No. NA-170Z2167) to fund Bush Canal and Bayou Terrebonne Bank Stabilization for a sum not to exceed $1,805,586.00, and WHEREAS, NOAA will fund $894,414 directly to TPCG directly under another grant (Grant No. NA-170Z2165), and WHEREAS, both grants for this project totals $2,700,000, and WHEREAS, this project is located along the south bank of Bush Canal from Bayou Petit Caillou to Bayou Terrebonne and proceeds south along the west bank of Bayou Terrebonne for approximately fifteen hundred feet. The project is also located on the east bank of Bayou Terrebonne from just south of Madison Canal south for approximately one and a third miles, and BE IT ORDAINED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the 2003 Adopted Budget and 5-Year Capital Outlay of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government be amended as follows: FUND 659 – CAPITAL PROJECTS CONTROL FUND 659-000-6343-20 NOAA/DNR Bush Canal Project Revenue (2,700,000) 659-351-8929-63 NOAA/DNR Bush Canal Project 2,700,000 Year of Amount of Total Project Description: Funding Funding Funding 659-351-8929-63 Bush Canal & Bayou Terrebonne Bank Stabilization Prior Years 2003 2,700,000 2004 0 2005 0 2006 0 2007 0 $2,700,000

SECTION II

WHEREAS, United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is authorized to assist TPCG in relieving hazards created by natural disasters that cause a sudden impairment of a watershed, and WHEREAS, NRCS share of the following projects total to $731,175 while TPCG share total is $243,727 for a total of $974,902. BE IT ORDAINED, BY THE TERREBONNE PARISH COUNCIL, ON BEHALF OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOLIDATED GOVERNMENT, THAT THE 2003 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 5-YEAR CAPITAL OUTLAY OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOLIDATED GOVERNMENT BE AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

FUND 252-DRAINAGE TAX FUND 252-000-6318-05 NRCS Revenue (731,175) 252-351-8931-03 NRCS Projects (243,727) 252-351-8931-04 Montegut Levee/Debris Removal 133,187 252-351-8931-05 Montegut Levee 141,526 252-351-8931-06 Ward 7 Levee Repair/Ward 7 Boudreaux Canal 700,189 Year of Amount of Total Project Description: Funding Funding Funding 252-351-8931-04 Montegut Levee/Debris Removal Prior Years 0 2003 133,187 2004 0 2005 0 2006 0 2007 0 $133,187 Year of Amount of Total Project Description: Funding Funding Funding 252-351-8931-05 Montegut Levee Prior Years 0 2003 141,526 2004 0 2005 0 2006 0 2007 0 $141,526 Year of Amount of Total Project Description: Funding Funding Funding 252-351-8931-06 Ward 7 Levee Repair & Ward 7 Boudreaux Canal Prior Years 0 2003 700,189 2004 0 2005 0 2006 0 2007 0 $700,189

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:

YEAS: J.B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, Jr. and C. Duplantis. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None.

ABSENT: A. Tillman.

The Chairman declared the ordinance adopted on this, the 23rd day of July, 2003.

* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: D. A proposed ordinance that will declare certain items from the Utilities Department and

Transit Division as surplus property. There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. R. Boudreaux 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. R. Boudreaux.


YEAS: J. B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, and C. Duplantis

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: A. Tillman


OFFERED BY: Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr. SECONDED BY: Mr. D. Henry.

ORDINANCE NO. 6775 AN ORDINANCE TO DECLARE CERTAIN ITEMS FROM THE UTILITIES AND THE TRANSIT DEPARTMENT AS SURPLUS, AS DESCRIBED IN 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 ORDAINED that the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, does hereby 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.

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:

YEAS: J.B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, Jr. and C. Duplantis. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: A. Tillman.


* * * * * * * * * The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: E. A proposed ordinance that will declare surplus property along Texas Gulf Road and adjust

the selling price to the most recent appraisal There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry.


YEAS: J. B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, D. Henry, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, and C. Duplantis

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: P. Rhodes

ABSENT: A. Tillman


OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED BY: Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr.

ORDINANCE NO. 6776

An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 6694 declaring as surplus property designated as Company Canal Subdivision, Addendum No. 1, along Texas Gulf Road in Bourg, and to adjust the selling price of lots 12-20 to the most recent appraised value.

SECTION I

BE IT ORDAINED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that Administration be hereby authorized to dispose of this property for the sum of not less than the following:

Tract 12 - $13,000.00 Tract 13 - $5,400.00 Tract 14 - $6.900.00 Tract 16 - $4,200.00 Tract 17 - $5,000.00 Tract 18 - $4,900.00 Tract 19 - $4,400.00 Tract 20 - $4,100.00

SECTION III

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.

SECTION IV

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

SECTION V

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: J.B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, D. Henry, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, Jr. and C. Duplantis. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: P. Rhodes.

ABSENT: A. Tillman.


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Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council continue with the regular order of business.”

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


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized Mr. Joe Pinero, President of Citizens for Good Government,

who stated that this organization has discussed issues with other organizations relative to alleged problems with Terrebonne Parish Government. He said they have come up with a consensus that, to resolve the problems would be to secede from its present consolidated form of government with the City of Houma and form separate government for the City and Parish. Mr. Pinero inquired of each Council Member and the Parish President as to whether they felt the citizens of Terrebonne Parish should be allowed to vote on whether want to continue with the form of consolidated government.

Council Members W. Thibodeaux and D. Henry stated that if Terrebonne Parish voters wish to have an opportunity to vote on the un-consolidation of TPCG, they would not have a problem with that.

Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council extend Mr. Joe

Pinero’s time an additional five minutes.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED:


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Council Members P. Rhodes, R. Boudreaux, and C. Voisin stated that if Terrebonne

Parish voters wish to have an opportunity to vote on the un-consolidation of TPCG, they would not have a problem with that.

Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux, “THAT, the Council extend Mr. Joe Pinero’s time an additional two minutes.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Council Members C. Duplantis and H. Lapeyre stated that if Terrebonne Parish voters

wish to have an opportunity to vote on the un-consolidation of TPCG, they would not have a problem with that. Mr. J. B. Breaux moved, seconded by Mr. R. Boudreaux, “THAT, the Council extend Mr. Joe Pinero’s time until his question on whether the voters of Terrebonne Parish should be allowed to vote on un-consolidation of TPCG is complete.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. J. B. Breaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Council Members A. Tillman and J. B. Breaux stated that if Terrebonne Parish voters

wish to have an opportunity to vote on the un-consolidation of TPCG, they would not have a problem with that. Parish President R. Bergeron stated that voters should always be given the right to vote on matters they wish to have changed regarding Parish Government. The consensus of Council Members and the Parish President to Mr. Joe Pinero’s question was that the voters of Terrebonne Parish should be given the opportunity to vote on whether they want to un-consolidate TPCG if that is what they desire, but that the petition process should be used in order to place the matter on the ballot. The Chairman called for a report on the Budget & Finance Committee meeting held on 7/21/03, whereupon the Committee Chairman, noting ratification of the minutes calls public hearings on 8/13/03 and on 8/27/03, rendered the following:

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE

JULY 21, 2003 The Chairman, Daniel D. Henry, Sr., called the Budget & Finance Committee meeting to order at 5:30 p. m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room with the Invocation led by J. B. Breaux and the Pledge of Allegiance led by R. Boudreaux. Upon roll call, Committee Members recorded as present were: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. A quorum was declared present. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. R. Boudreaux, “THAT, the Budget & Finance Committee introduce an ordinance to amend the 2003 Budgets so as to provide additional funding for the Concord Road Drainage Improvements Project, and call a public hearing on said matter on August 13, 2003 at 6:30 p. m.” (**MOTION ADOPTED AFTER DISCUSSION) Parish Manager Al Levron stated that although the technical power point presentation by GSE Associates, Inc. on the aforementioned matter will not be presented until tomorrow’s Public Services meeting, Administration recommends adopting the aforementioned motion to call the public hearing on the budget amendment, and noted that a full presentation on the matter would be presented prior to the proposed adoption of the ordinance. **The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, “THAT, the Budget & Finance Committee introduce an ordinance to amend the 2003 Budget so as to adjust the 2003 Adopted Beginning Fund Balance and Retained Earnings to actual, as per the 2002 Audit, and call a public hearing on said matter on August 13, 2003 at 6:30 p. m.” The Chairman called fort he vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.


YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. SECONDED BY: Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr.

RESOLUTION NO. 03-311 A resolution introducing an ordinance to declare certain items from the Drainage Department as surplus, as described in 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 and 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, August 13, 2003 at 6:30 p.m.

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: R. Boudreaux, Jr., J.B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman and C. Voisin. NAYS: None.

ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None. The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, this 21st day of July, 2003.

* * * * * * * * * Upon questioning, Purchasing Manager Angela Guidry explained that Drainage Division has withdrawn a request to surplus one 1991 International 4900 Dump Truck. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux requested that notation of said removal be made on the submitted documents. Mr. J. B. Breaux moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin and Mr. R. Boudreaux, “THAT, the Budget and Finance Committee introduce an ordinance that will levy special taxes for the year 2003 on all property situated within the boundaries of the parish-wide and special districts in Terrebonne Parish, and call a public hearing on said matter on August 27, 2003 at 6:30 p. m.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. J. B. Breaux.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None.

ABSENT: None.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Parish President Robert Bergeron informed the committee of the Houma Hawks’ request for a month and a half of Workman’s Compensation Liability Insurance Coverage at a cost of $60,000.00. He then noted that the Legal Department has advised that the Parish Government could not provide said coverage and that Administration does not have a recommendation on the aforementioned request. Upon questioning, Mr. Bergeron stated that if funding could legally be derived, it would be taken from the General Fund. Upon questioning, Parish Manager Al Levron stated that he has met with Houma Hawks owner Gus Brown who has indicated that he would like to make Houma the base city for the Houma Hawks. Mr. Levron continued that the Houma Hawks have a cooperative endeavor with Recreation District 2,3 to build improvements on the Southland Softball Field for the benefit of the professional softball team; however, due to problems with complying with all of the insurance provisions, specifically the Workman’s Compensation coverage, the Recreation District No. 2,3 prohibited the team from entering the fields. He added that the Houma Hawks intend to exercise the term of their contract with Recreation District No. 2,3 at Southland Softball Field. Discussion ensued relative to the Houma Hawks needing corporate sponsorship to assist with its expenses. Upon questioning, Assistant Parish Attorney Courtney Alcock stated that a personal guarantee was issued by Houma Hawks owner Gus Brown to cover the Workman’s Compensation Liability Insurance Coverage for the opening game at Recreation District 2,3 softball park Ms. Alcock continued that personal guarantee does not protect the Parish Government from any liability in the event an injury occurs and a large compensation claim is filed. She noted that if the owner filed bankruptcy because he could not pay the claim, the Parish Government would become liable. Discussion ensued relative to addressing priority issues such as drainage and sewerage concerns as opposed to expending $60,000.00 on insurance for the team for a little over one month. Committee Member J. B. Breaux noted that South Central Planning & Development Commission is in the process of determining if grant funding is available to assist the Houma Hawks; however, the matter won’t be addressed until the August meeting of said commission. Upon additional discussion, Ms. Alcock explained what a statutory employee is. Committee Member A. Tillman requested that the Legal Department provide him with a copy of documentation outlining requirements for Workman’s Compensation coverage by the various recreation districts. Upon questioning, Cultural Resources & Economic Development Director Mart Black explained the problems in negotiations between the Recreation District No. 2,3 and the Recreation District No. 11 relative to providing a field for the Houma Hawks softball team. Mr. Bergeron informed the committee that Administration would continue to work with the Houma Hawks. Upon questioning, Civic Center Director Linda McCarthy stated that the Civic Center Development Corporation, a non-profit private entity, obtains sponsorship for events held at the Civic Center. Discussion ensued relative to the Parish Government soliciting corporate sponsors for the Houma Hawks. (NO ACTION TAKEN)

RESOLUTION: Authorizing the Parish President to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the American Heart Association for the purpose of providing free cardiopulmonary resuscitation training to the public.

Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Miss C. Duplantis. (**SUBSTITUTE MOTION OFFERED AFTER DISCUSSION; RESOLUTION WITHDRAWN AFTER DISCUSSION)

The Chairman recognized Dr. Peter Fail of the Cardiovascular Institute of the South, who informed the committee of the high mortality rate of heart attack victims, and noted that a large percentage of Terrebonne Parish’s population does not know “by-standard” CPR. Upon questioning, Civic Center Director Linda McCarthy stated that fees for use of the Civic Center have been waived only twice since its opening. She continued that the American Heart Association would be required to pay $2,375.00 in rental fees for Hall A & B in the Civic Center. Discussion ensued relative to setting precedence for waiving fees at the Civic Center. Upon additional questioning, Dr. Fail stated that forty sponsors have agreed to sponsor the 2-session CPR training classes on August 16, 2003. Committee Member C. Duplantis requested that the aforementioned resolution be amended to change all mention of CIS to the American Heart Association. Discussion transpired relative to holding the CPR training sessions at the Houma Municipal Auditorium. Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, “THAT, the Budget & Finance Committee defer action on executing a cooperative endeavor agreement with the American Heart Association until Wednesday’s Council meeting.” (**SUSTITUTE MOTION ADOPTED AFTER DISCUSSION) Discussion continued relative to the worthiness of providing CPR training in Terrebonne Parish. Committee Member H. Lapeyre withdrew the resolution. Parish President Robert Bergeron informed the committee of a scheduling problem with use of the Houma Municipal Auditorium, and suggested that the guidelines for waiving fees at the Civic Center be reviewed. Committee Member A. Tillman was recorded as exiting the proceedings at 6:40 p. m. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux requested that a review of rental guidelines for recreation districts also be included in the review of guidelines for the Civic Center. **The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J.B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: A. Tillman.

Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Miss 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. R. Boudreaux.


YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J.B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: A. Tillman. The Chairman declared the motion adopted and the meeting was adjourned at 6:44 p. m.

Daniel D. Henry, Sr., Chairman Suzette Thomas, Minute Clerk

Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux and Mr. R. Boudreaux, “THAT, the Council accept and ratify the minutes of the Budget & Finance Committee meeting held on 7/21/03.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The Chairman called for a report on the Public Services Committee meeting held on 7/22/03, whereupon the Committee Chairman rendered the following:

PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE

JULY 22, 2003

The Chairman, Alvin Tillman, called the Public Services Committee meeting to order at 5:30 p. m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room with the Invocation led by Minute Clerk Suzette Thomas and the Pledge of Allegiance led by P. Rhodes. Upon roll call, Committee Members recorded as present were: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. Committee Member C. Duplantis was recorded as entering the proceedings at 5:32 p. m. A quorum was declared present.

The Chairman recognized Boat Launch Advisory Committee Chairman Rudie Bourgeois who informed the committee of the positive attributes of including recreational facilities in the construction phase of the Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Project. Committee Member C. Duplantis was recorded as entering the proceedings at this time. United States Army Corps of Engineers Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Project Manager Bill Maloz introduced Recreation Planner Jay Gamble and Landscape Architect Steve Finnegan who were present in the audience, and then presented a general overview of the Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Flood Control Project and the estimated construction time frame. Mr. Finnegan presented information relative to funding recreational facilities. He said that the Corps of Engineer could fund up to 10% of the entire project towards matching recreation projects.

Mr. Gamble presented information relative to the implementation of providing recreational facilities and the local cost share ratios. He said since the total Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Project is roughly $680,000.00, $68,000,000.00 could be funded for recreational projects. Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District Executive Director Jerome Zeringue noted that funding for recreational facilities and the Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Project are derived from two sources, and stated that he is fairly confident that funding and approval of the Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Project will be granted.

Committee Member P. Rhodes inquired about the receipt of possible Wallop-Breaux

funding to assist with the maintenance of boat launch facilities once constructed through the aforementioned project.

Upon questioning, Mr. Zeringue explained two methods of acquiring servitudes for the

aforementioned project Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded unanimously, “THAT, the Public Services Committee

request Administration to review all aspects of including recreational facilities in the Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Hurricane Protection Levee Project, and report back to the committee as soon as possible.”

The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry.


YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None. The Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Upon additional questioning regarding the aforementioned project, Mr. Zeringue stated that construction of the Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Hurricane Protection Levee should commence by the fall of next year, that the lock design has been completed, and that the project is proceeding two years earlier than anticipated.

Parish President Robert Bergeron suggested that Grand Bois Park and the location at the end of the twin span near Bayou Terrebonne be considered as one of the site locations for recreational facilities in the aforementioned project.

Discussion ensued relative to proceeding with the request for recreational facilities prior

to authorization being given by the Federal Government. The Chairman recognized Terrebonne Parish School Board representative Gregory

Harding who was present in the audience. Continued discussion transpired relative to inclusion of recreational facilities in the

Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Project. (NO ACTION TAKEN) The Chairman recognized Mr. Arthur DeFraites of GSE Associates, Inc., who presented a

study on Concord Road Drainage Improvements and offered four solutions to solving flooding problems in the area. He noted that the total contract price for the multi-phased improvements is $1,448,000.00.

Parish Manager Al Levron noted that the timeline for completing improvements in the

vicinity of Lamar Subdivision has not been determined, and that some of the recommendations

made in the Concord Road Study may be done in-house, which would decrease the cost of the improvements.

Parish Manager Robert Bergeron informed the committee of the potential of the

developer being able to transfer a pump from another portion of the parish for the project.

Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux, “THAT, the Public Services Committee address Item No. 3 (Remarks by Joe Vedros, property developer, and Ms. Suzanne McCain, engineer with Evans-Graves, on the proposed development near Concord Road) at this time.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.


YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized Mr. Cade Evans of Evans-Graves Engineering, who introduced

Ms. Suzanne McCain of Evans-Graves Engineering and Mr. Gerrod LeJuene of Morris Hebert Land Surveyors who were present, and then made a presentation on the proposed Bimini Bay Apartment Complex. Mr. Evans requested that the moratorium on development in the area of Lamar Subdivision be allowed to expire in order for Mr. Joe Vedros to proceed with his intended upscale development.

The Chairman recognized attorney Julius Hebert, representing the residents of Lamar

Subdivision, who expressed his clients’ concern relative to the proposed Bimini Bay Apartment Complex Project and requested that an extension of the current moratorium continue in order to allow adequate time to review information on the proposed development and the impact on the adjacent subdivision.

The Chairman recognized Ms. Tonya Comb of Tulane University, who presented

information relative to the proposed development being located in a flood prone area and on wetland, and noted that proper procedure relative to U. S. Army Corps of Engineers and Parish regulations have not been followed.

Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Miss C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Public Services Committee request that Administration take under advisement the information presented by GSE Associates, Evans-Graves Engineers, and Ms. Tonya Comb of Tulane University relative to drainage in the area of Concord Road Extension, and report back to the committee.” (**MOTION ADOPTED AFTER DISCUSSION) Upon questioning, Mr. Arthur DeFraites noted that the proposed project would not have an affect on the drainage in Barrios Subdivision if the improvements were implemented. Planning & Zoning Director Patrick Gordon requested additional time to review the information presented, and noted that the developer was allowed to apply for application for the proposed development so that Administration could review the plans. **The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.


YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, 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. D. Henry, “THAT, the Public Services

Committee add on to the agenda and consider the matter relative to the UNET Study by GSE Associates, Inc. on the Bayou Terrebonne Project at this time.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes.


YEAS: J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, and A. Tillman. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: R. Boudreaux, H. Lapeyre, and C. Voisin. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized Mr. Arthur DeFraites of GSE Associates, Inc., who stated that

the UNET Study has revealed that the water levels in Bayou Terrebonne would not be adversely affected by the Bayou Chauvin (Roberta Grove Subdivision) Drainage Proposal.

The Chairman recognized Ms. Grace Gary of 407 Woodside Drive, who requested

information relative to what action will be taken to address flooding in Roberta Grove Subdivision.

The Chairman recognized Mr. Ricky Giroir of 9509 East Main Street, who voiced his

concern relative to flooding in the vicinity of Roberta Grove Subdivision as a result of high water levels in Bayou Terrebonne. Mr. Giroir requested consideration be given to all studies that have been conducted on Bayou Terrebonne, and suggested that the canal from Roberta Grove to the pump station be opened. He noted concerns relative to sewerage discharge after rain events.

Committee Member P. Rhodes reiterated that the UNET Study has shown that the canal

will have no adverse effect on Roberta Grove Subdivision and that Bayou Chauvin is not as polluted as reported and noted the Bayou Terrebonne has higher chlorine content.

Utilities Director Tom Bourg stated that a sewerage overflow line was found at the Plant Road disposal site, which has since been closed. Committee Member P. Rhodes requested Administration to proceed quickly with the Bayou Terrebonne drainage project. Committee Member J. B. Breaux suggested that a reservoir be built near the Adult Softball Complex to hold water runoff. Upon questioning, Parish Manager Al Levron stated that three studies have been done relative to constructing a reservoir in the vicinity of Roberta Grove Subdivision and added that the solutions were considered to be costly. He noted that the most efficient plan to reduce flooding from Bayou Terrebonne has been presented by Committee Member P. Rhodes. (NO ACTION TAKEN)

Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, “THAT, the Public Services

Committee return to the regular order of business as per the written agenda.”

The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.



OFFERED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. SECONDED BY: Mr. J.B. Breaux.


A resolution authorizing the execution of Amendment No. 3 for the Engineering Agreement for Parish Project No. 02-DRA-36 (Lining of Bayou Grand Caillou). WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government entered into an engineering agreement dated September 5, 2002, with Engineering and Economic Planning Associates, LLC, to perform engineering services for Parish Project No. 02-DRA-36, Lining of Bayou Grand Caillou Project, and WHEREAS, the engineering agreement between OWNER and ENGINEER has provisions for certain limitations for Basic and Additional Services, and WHEREAS, the TPCG is desirous of extending the lining another three hundred and fifty feet (350) west of Beatrice Street, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government would like to continue with the engineering effort necessary to proceed with this project, and WHEREAS, the limitation of cost for Basic and Additional Services needs to be increased for this change in scope of services, and 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 Robert J. Bergeron of Amendment No. 3 for the engineering agreement with Engineering and Economic Planning Associates, LLC, to perform engineering services for project No. 02-DRA-36 (Lining of Bayou Grand Caillou) which results in a total increase of Twenty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Dollars and No Cents ($27,700.00) to the original contract amount; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of the resolution be forwarded to the Engineer, Engineering and Economic Planning Associates, LLC.

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: R. Boudreaux, Jr., J.B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, A. Tillman and C. Voisin. NAYS: W. Thibodeaux.

ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None. The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, this 22nd day of July, 2003.

* * * * * * * * * Parish Manager Al Levron explained that engineering fees are typically based upon the percentage cost of construction. Parish Engineer Robert Jones stated that the basic fee is $65,000.00, the additional services fee is $40,500.00, and the total cost of the project is approximately $800,000.00. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux voiced his concern relative to the total amount being more that the 20% fee. Upon additional questioning, Mr. Jones stated that he reviews the percentage fee for the base fee of a project and the reasonableness of the additional services is considered, and then a recommendation is submitted to Administration for approval. Mr. Jones noted that his review was based upon the consistency of fees paid for previous services of this nature. OFFERED BY: Mr. J.B. Breaux. SECONDED BY: Mr. D. Henry.

RESOLUTION NO. 03-313 A resolution authorizing the execution of Change Order No. 1for the Construction Agreement for Parish Project No. 02-DRA-36 Lining of Bayou Grand Caillou, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government entered into a contract dated September 5, 2002, with G & W Construction, Inc., for the Lining of Bayou Grand Caillou, Parish Project No. 02-DRA-36, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, and WHEREAS, additional funds have been added with the 2003 budget, and WHEREAS, the intent of this project is to clean and line Bayou Grand Caillou from Tunnel Boulevard to Saadi Street, and WHEREAS, there are enough funds to extend the project another three hundred and fifty (350) feet west of Beatrice Street, and WHEREAS, this Change Order No. 1 has been recommended by the ENGINEER for this project, Engineering and Economic Planning Associates, LLC 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 Robert J. Bergeron of Change Order No. 1 to the construction agreement with G & W Construction, Inc., to perform construction services for project No. 02-DRA-36 Lining of Bayou Grand Caillou which necessary to extend the project another three hundred and fifty (350) feet west of Beatrice Street for an amount of One Hundred Fifty Nine Thousand Six Hundred Fifty Dollars and No Cents ($159,650.00) to the original contract amount and increases the contract time by an additional 45 days, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of the resolution be forwarded to the Engineer, Engineering and Economic Planning Associates, LLC

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: R. Boudreaux, Jr., J.B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux , A. Tillman and C. Voisin. NAYS: None.

ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, this 22nd day of July, 2003.

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


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 President to appoint GSE Associates, Inc., to perform professional engineering services for the Westgate Park Project is hereby ratified; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Parish President is authorized to execute a professional services agreement with said firm.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



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OFFERED BY: Mr. C. Voisin. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre and Mr. J.B. Breaux.


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 President to appoint GSE Associates, Inc. to perform professional engineering services for the Airbase Pump Station Area Sewer System Rehabilitation is hereby ratified; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Parish President is authorized to execute a professional services agreement with said firm.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED BY: Mr. C. Voisin.


A resolution approving Change Order No. 1 of the construction agreement with Dupre Brothers Construction Co., Parish Project No. 03-DRA-01, Emergency Sheet Pile Repair for the Montegut Levee (4-8) Project, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana

WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government entered into a construction agreement dated June 14, 2003 with Dupre Brothers Construction Co., Inc., for Parish Project No. 03-DRA-01, Emergency Sheet Pile Repair for the Montegut Levee (4-8) Project, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, and

WHEREAS, it is now necessary to compensate the Contractor for the additional work required to clear and grade the berm for access to the project site due to a change in site conditions for the damage from Tropical Storm Bill, and

WHEREAS, it is also necessary to compensate the Contractor for working weekends.

This change order also increases the contract by 1 contract day, and WHEREAS, this change order is necessary in order to increase the contract price by an

additional $3,600.00, and WHEREAS, this change order is necessary in order to increase the contract time by an additional day, and

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 Robert J. Bergeron of this Change Order No. 1 which results in an increase in cost of Three Thousand Six Hundred Dollars and No Cents ($3,600.00), and an increase contract time of one (1) day, for Parish Project No. 03-DRA-01, Emergency Sheet Pile Repair for the Montegut Levee (4-8) Project, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana.

THERE WAS RECORDED:

YEAS: R. Boudreaux, Jr., J.B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux and C. Voisin. NAYS: None.

ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: A. Tillman. The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, this 22nd day of July, 2003.

* * * * * * * * * Parish Attorney Carolyn McNabb stated that the emergency repairs to the Montegut Levee is consistent with State law. Parish Engineer Robert Jones made a brief presentation on the improvements to the Montegut Levee, which include steel sheet pile being placed south of the breached area. He noted that NRCS has agreed to provide 75% of the cost to install 490 feet of steel sheet pile further south of the existing area. Mr. Jones continued that authorization has been given to use the remaining funding for said project. He noted that approval of the change orders approve the 490-foot and the 500-foot sheet pile projects, and added that the finished sheet pile height will be 10 feet. Parish Manager Al Levron stated that Administration has contacted Mr. Timmy Molinere and another gentleman on Pointe-aux-Chene Road relative to dirt donation for the Montegut Levee Improvement Project. He added that NCRS would be contacted to determine if the site may be used for a dirt pit.

Committee Member D. Henry noted that Mr. Myron Authement is also interested in providing dirt. OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes and Ms. C. Duplantis.



WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government entered into a construction agreement dated June 14, 2003 with Dupre Brothers Construction Co., Inc., for Parish Project No. 03-DRA-01, Emergency Sheet Pile Repair for the Montegut Levee (4-8) Project, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, and

WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is desirous of lengthening the project by 490 linear feet to the south, and

WHEREAS, it is necessary increase Item 803-03 Steel Sheet Pile Wall, and Item 807-06

Structural Metalwork to do this additional work, and WHEREAS, this change order is necessary in order to increase the contract price by an

additional $166,600.00, and WHEREAS, this change order is necessary in order to increase the contract time by an additional 35 days, and

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 Robert J. Bergeron of this Change Order No. 2 which results in an increase in cost of One Hundred Sixty Six Thousand Six Hundred Dollars and No Cents ($166,600.00), and an increase contract time of thirty five (35) days, for Parish Project No. 03-DRA-01, Emergency Sheet Pile Repair for the Montegut Levee (4-8) Project, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes.



WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government entered into a construction

agreement dated June 14, 2003 with Dupre Brothers Construction Co., Inc., for Parish Project No. 03-DRA-01, Emergency Sheet Pile Repair for the Montegut Levee (4-8) Project, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, and

WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is desirous of lengthening the project by 500 linear feet to the north, and

WHEREAS, it is necessary increase Item 803-03 Steel Sheet Pile Wall, and Item 807-06

Structural Metalwork to do this additional work, and WHEREAS, this change order is necessary in order to increase the contract price by an

additional $170,000.00, and WHEREAS, this change order is necessary in order to increase the contract time by an additional 35 days, and

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 Robert J. Bergeron of this Change Order No. 3 which results in an increase in cost of One Seventy Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($170,000.00), and an increase contract time of thirty five (35) days, for Parish Project No. 03-DRA-01, Emergency Sheet Pile Repair for the Montegut Levee (4-8) Project, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * *

OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes and Mr. H. Lapeyre.


NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the recommendation of the Parish President to appoint David Waitz Engineering & Surveying, Inc. to perform professional engineering services for the Mayfield Levee Repair Project and is hereby ratified; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Parish President is authorized to execute a professional services agreement with said firm.

THERE WAS RECORDED:


ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, this 22nd day of July, 2003.

* * * * * * * * *

OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis.


A resolution ratifying the award of the Construction Contract for Parish Project No. 03-LEV-37, Mayfield Levee Repair Project, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government wishes to improve the Mayfield Levee, herein after known as Parish Project 03-LEV-37, Mayfield Levee Repair Project; and WHEREAS, bids have been received to effect the above referenced project, and WHEREAS, the firm of Reliable Onshore Services Company, L.L.C. (“ROSCO”), submitted the lowest responsible bid of $116,679.00 to construct this project, and WHEREAS, the Engineer for this project, David A. Waitz Engineering and Surveying, Inc., has recommended that the award of the contract be made to the firm of Reliable Onshore Services Company, L.L.C. (“ROSCO”), and WHEREAS, due to the existing emergency, Parish Administration has awarded the base bid Proposal of Reliable Onshore Services Company, L.L.C. (“ROSCO”), in the amount of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Six Hundred Seventy Nine Dollars ($116,679.00), as per attached bid forms. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, on behalf of 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. 03-LEV-37, Mayfield Levee Repair Project, be awarded to the firm of Reliable Onshore Services Company, L.L.C. (“ROSCO”), and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the award of the bid of Reliable Onshore Services Company, L.L.C., in the amount of $116,679.00 be ratified.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Parish Manager Al Levron recommended approval of the following matter and requested that the cooperative agreement contained in the agenda packet be removed from consideration. Mr. Levron stated that Administration has not negotiated the specific terms of the agreement with the Terrebonne Parish School Board, but the following resolution broadly authorizes some negotiations and execution of an agreement.

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

RESOLUTION NO. 03-321 A resolution authorizing the Parish President to enter a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government (“TPCG”) and the Terrebonne Parish School Board. WHEREAS, Article VII, Section 14 of the Louisiana Constitution provides that “[F]or a public purpose, the state and its political subdivisions or political corporations may engage in cooperative endeavors with each other, with the United States or its agencies, or with any public or private association, corporation or individual”; and, WHEREAS, Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, specifically its Parish President, during a duly declared emergency event in the parish, is empowered to take steps and measures necessary to protect the lives and property of the citizens of Terrebonne Parish; and WHEREAS, the broad emergency powers accorded to the Parish President are specified in state statutes (R.S.:29:721 et seq.) and are enumerated again in Chapter 7 of the Terrebonne Parish Code; and, WHEREAS, Section 7-5(c) of said Parish Code provides and enumerates the emergency powers available to the Parish President, including the authority to not only order an evacuation but to specify the destinations to be used in connection with any order evacuation within local government’s jurisdiction [Section 7-5(c) (6)]; and, WHEREAS, various school facilities throughout the parish owned and operated by the Terrebonne Parish School Board historically have served as emergency evacuation shelters during declared emergencies in the parish; and, WHEREAS, Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government and the Terrebonne Parish School Board wish to formalize the arrangement by which certain schools in the parish are to be used as emergency shelters during periods of declared emergency in the parish by a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement; and WHEREAS, both parties agree that it is in the best interests of the citizens of the parish to cooperate mutually to adequately plan for emergency situations, evacuations and shelter protocols; and WHEREAS, Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government and the Terrebonne Parish School Board find that entering into a cooperative endeavor will serve a public purpose and have a public benefit commensurate with the cost. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the Parish President Robert J. Bergeron is hereby authorized to negotiate and to execute all documents necessary to effect a viable Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between TPCG and the Terrebonne Parish School Board containing substantially the same terms as those set out above.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Upon additional questioning, Parish Manager Al Levron stated that Administration has looked at the possibility of using South Terrebonne High School as an emergency shelter and

alternate means of providing shelter without big generators, and noted that Administration would like approval of the aforementioned resolution so that it can speak with the appropriate School Board personnel regarding the matter. Committee Member D. Henry requested that Administration invite him to attend meetings to discuss the aforementioned matter. OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis.

RESOLUTION NO. 03-322 A resolution supporting the Solid Waste Reduction and Cost Initiative and requesting the participation of all Parishes/Municipalities. WHEREAS, in an effort to address the growing problem of disposing of solid waste, the State Legislature enacted legislation which allows the creation of Regional Solid Waste Authorities, and WHEREAS, said Authorities are formed to study the economic and environmental feasibility of constructing sold waste facilities in a place convenient to all neighboring governing bodies, and WHEREAS, the parishes and cities belonging to South Central Planning & Development Commission are eligible to participate in the Solid Waste Reduction & Cost Initiative and to help address an issue which is of vital important to all residents in the area, and WHEREAS, an additional financial assessment to the member agencies of SCP&DC is being requested in order to fund a comprehensive study of the issue of solid waste, and WHEREAS, all SCP&DC agencies are urged to take an active part in the study to address solid waste in our area. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the governing authorities of all parishes and municipalities belonging to South Central Planning & Development Commission be urged to take an active role in the Regional Solid Waste Authority, designed to address the future needs of solid waste collection and disposal.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Parish Manager Al Levron stated that Administration is looking into presenting a budget amendment for the aforementioned matter, and noted that the resolution was suggested to request other communities to participate in the aforementioned authority. Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. D. Henry and Miss C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Public Services Committee retain the matter relative to drainage in the Martin Luther King corridor in committee for two weeks.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.



The Chairman recognized Mr. Marc Rogers of T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc., who stated that after an inspection of the 1-1B Levee System, it was determined that some areas of the levee appear to need additional work. Mr. Rogers continued that some of the levees did not have improvement made when other levees and sea walls were constructed in the vicinity, and some subsidence may have occurred. Upon questioning, he stated that some provisions may have been made in the right-of-way servitude documents for the landowners to maintain a certain height of the levee, and noted that a review of the documents should be done in order to determine the appropriate party’s responsibility for maintaining the levee. Parish Manager Al Levron stated that Administration would review the right-of-way documents to determine who’s responsible for maintain the levee, and report back to the committee. He added that the Parish Government is normally responsible for levees construction on private property, but there may be a few exceptions. (NO ACTION TAKEN) The Chairman recognized Mr. Arthur DeFraites of GSE Associates, Inc., who stated that the Margaret Street and Silver City Street areas are part of the overall Bayou LaCarpe Drainage Study. He continued that all field work has been completed from Hollywood Road to the Intracoastal Canal in the Bayou LaCarpe drainage basin, all runs on existing conditions in the existing basin have been completed, the evaluation of alternatives from Barataria Street extending north has been completed, and presently, alternatives and solutions for the area from Barataria Street to the Intracoastal Canal are being reviewed. He noted that the project is progressing, a number of conclusions have been reached on the north part of the Bayou LaCarpe drainage basin area, alternatives for the southern portion are being reviewed, and a conclusion should be presented soon. Upon questioning, Mr. DeFraites stated that GSE Associates, Inc. has opened the manholes in the project area and have taken elevations, but it did not “shine” the lines to determine how clean the lines are. Parish Manager Al Levron stated that Administration has televising capabilities and noted that work crews have been in the Margaret Street area. He continued that he is unaware of any known obstructions in the area. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux requested that Administration investigate and determine any obstructions in the conveyance channel in the Margaret Street area and report back to the committee. (NO ACTION TAKEN)

Committee Member C. Duplantis was recorded as exiting the proceedings at 9:18 p. m. Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre and Mr. J. B. Breaux, “THAT, the Public Services Committee add on to the agenda the matter relative to emergency repairs to the Unit 15 steam generator at the Houma Generating Station.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.


YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None.

ABSENT: C. Duplantis.


OFFERED BY: Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes.


A resolution declaring the repair of the 25-megawatt Unit 15 steam generator at the Houma Generating Station as an emergency project and authorizing the Paris President to undertake the necessary steps to effect repairs. WHEREAS, at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Monday, July 21, 2003, the 26-megawatt Unit 15 at the Houma Generating Station was forced out of service due to an apparent boiler tube rupture in the roof section of the steam generator, and WHEREAS, July has traditionally been a peak load period for the Houma electric system, and WHEREAS, the Houma electric system is especially dependent on the availability of generation from the Houma Generating Station during the hurricane season due to the vulnerability of the transmission grid, and WHEREAS, the Parish Legal Department has issued an opinion supporting the declaration of this event as an emergency pursuant to La. R.S. 38:2211. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the repair of the 26-megawatt Unit 15 steam generator at the Houma Generating Station be, and is hereby declared as an emergency project; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Parish President Robert J. Bergeron be, and he is hereby authorized to undertake the necessary steps to effect repairs; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOVLED that the Parish President and all other appropriate parties be, and they are hereby authorized to execute any and all contract documents associated therewith.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



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

YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin.

NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: C. Duplantis.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted and the meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p. m.

Alvin Tillman, Chairman Suzette Thomas, Minute Clerk

Mr. A. Tillman moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Council accept and ratify the minutes of the Public Services Committee meeting held on 7/22/03.” 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 report on the Community Development & Planning Committee meeting held on 7/22/03, whereupon the Committee Chairman, noting that ratification of the minutes calls a public hearing on 8/13/03, rendered the following:

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING COMMITTEE

JULY 22, 2003 The Chairman, Harold Lapeyre, called the Community Development & Planning Committee meeting to order at 9:23 p.m. in the Terrebonne Parish Council Meeting Room with the Invocation led by D. Henry and the Pledge of Allegiance led by C. Duplantis. Upon roll call, Committee Members recorded as present were: J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. Committee Member R. Boudreaux was recorded as entering the proceedings at 9:26 p.m. A quorum was declared present. Miss C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux, “THAT, the Community Development & Planning Committee add on to the agenda the matters relative to accepting Southern Estates Subdivision, Addendum No. 1 into the Parish’s Maintenance System, executing a professional consulting contract with MDI Creative for a Children’s Discovery Center, and requesting the Congressional Delegation to expeditiously approve a bill for the allocation of disaster relief funding to FEMA.” The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Miss C. Duplantis.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None.

ABSENT: R. Boudreaux.


Miss C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux, “THAT the Community Development & Planning Committee introduce an ordinance to accept Southern Estates Subdivision, Addendum No. 1 into the Parish Maintenance System and to accept the streets into the Enhanced 911 Emergency Response System, and call a public hearing on said matter on August 13, 2003 at 6:30 p.m.”

The Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Miss C. Duplantis. UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: R. Boudreaux.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Committee Member R. Boudreaux was recorded as entering the proceedings at this time. Parish President Robert Bergeron stated that Administration has been discussing the possibility of establishing a Children’s Discovery Center in Terrebonne Parish; however, professional consulting services has been deemed necessary in order to request grant funding from various entities. Mr. Bergeron noted that, although the consultant has indicated that the services could be provided for $13,500.00, he is requesting an allocation of $15,000.00. OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED: Unanimously.

RESOLUTION NO. 03-324 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PARISH PRESIDENT TO ENTER AN AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOLIDATED GOVERNMENT (“TPCG”) AND MDI CREATIVE

WHEREAS, Article VII, Section 14 (c) of the Louisiana Constitution provides that,

“[F]or a public purpose, the state and its political subdivisions or political corporations may engage in cooperative endeavors with each other, with the United States or its agencies, or with any public or private association, corporation or individual”; and

WHEREAS, Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is interested in investigating

the possibility of a Children’s Discovery Center project along with pursuing sources for outside funding of the Children’s Discovery Center project, and

WHEREAS, Patrick Malone with MDI Creative possesses the necessary expertise to provide a development analysis as to the potential for a Children’s Discovery Center in Terrebonne Parish, and

WHEREAS, the TPCG has the authority to explore options for Cultural and Economic Development as well as recreation for citizens in Terrebonne Parish; and

WHEREAS, the TPCG desires to secure the services of MDI Creative; and WHEREAS, the TPCG finds that funding the cost of the analysis by MDI Creative in

exchange for such services will serve a public purpose and have a public benefit commensurate with the cost.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community Development and Planning Committee), on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the Parish President Robert J. Bergeron is hereby authorized to negotiate and to execute all documents necessary to effect a viable agreement for professional services between TPCG and MDI Creative containing substantially the same terms as those set out in the attached Engagement Letter.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Cultural Resources & Economic Development Director Mart Black stated that a private foundation has donated $5,000.00 for the creation of the Children’s Discovery Center, and that the remaining funds will be derived from funding allocated to the Houma Downtown Development Corporation.

OFFERED BY: Mr. C. Voisin. SECONDED BY: Mr. D. Henry.


A resolution requesting Congressional support for approval of the OMB bill currently before Congress to include a $1.9 billion supplement to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for disaster relief funding. WHEREAS, the residents and property owners of coastal communities throughout the United States are regularly faced with the possibility of incurring extreme damage to the homes, property and businesses due to hurricanes, tropical storms and other severe weather conditions; and, WHEREAS, the House Appropriations Committee of the United States Congress is currently preparing for the approval of the OMB, which could include a $1.9 billion supplement for disaster relief funding handled through the Federal Emergency Management Agency; and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Council recognizes the importance of the supplemental funding for disaster relief, as many Terrebonne Parish residents are currently waiting for approval of the OMB so that they may receive financial assistance for disaster related damages experienced by Tropical Storms Isadore Bill; and, WHEREAS, the Council is requesting that the members of Terrebonne Parish’s Congressional Delegation to do everything possible to approve the OMB and to include the supplemental funding to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for disaster relief. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community Development and Planning Committee), on behalf of Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that Sen. John Breaux, Sen. Mary Landrieu and Congressman Billy Tauzin be respectfully requested to do everything possible to support the supplemental funding of $1.9 billion to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for disaster relief.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



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

RESOLUTION NO. 03-326 A resolution authorizing the Parish President to execute a Food Service Agreement between Terrebonne Parish School Board and Terrebonne Parish Head Start, a delegate agency of Lafourche Parish Head Start Program, and a program in the Department of Housing and Human Services within Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government. WHEREAS, Terrebonne Parish School Board has expressed an interest in preparing and serving meals at two Terrebonne Parish Head Start sites (Gibson and Gray), and WHEREAS, the facilities of the Sponsor are not adequate for preparing and serving meals to children, the Sponsor wishes to contract with the Vendor for the preparation and service of meals to children participating in this Program, and the Vendor agrees to supply approved meals to the Sponsor; WHEREAS, it is necessary that a Food Service Agreement be executed by Terrebonne Parish School Board and Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community Development and Planning Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government does hereby authorize the Parish President, Robert J. Bergeron, to execute the Food Service Agreement to provide meals; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community Development and Planning Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government does hereby authorize the Parish President to sign any certifications that may be associated with the implementation of this agreement.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Upon questioning, Housing and Human Services Director Darryl Waire stated that the aforementioned resolution is for food services at the Gibson and Gray Head Start sites. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux requested that the aforementioned resolution identify that the food sites are located in Gibson and Gray.

OFFERED BY: Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr. SECONDED: Unanimously.

RESOLUTION NO. 03-327 A resolution authorizing the Parish President to execute a Food Service Agreement between St. Lucy Day Care and Child Development Center and Terrebonne Parish Head Start, a delegate agency of Lafourche Parish Head Start Program, and a program in the Department of Housing and Human Services within Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government. WHEREAS, St. Lucy Day Care and Child Development Center has expressed an interest in preparing and serving meals at two Terrebonne Parish Head Start sites; WHEREAS, the facilities of the Sponsor are not adequate for preparing and serving meals to children, the Sponsor wishes to contract with the Vendor for the preparation and service of meals to children participating in this Program, and the Vendor agrees to supply approved meals to the Sponsor. WHEREAS, it is necessary that a Food Service Agreement be executed by St. Lucy Day Care and Child Development Center and Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community Development and Planning Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government does hereby authorize the Parish President, Robert J. Bergeron, to execute the Food Service Agreement to provide meals. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community Development and Planning Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government does hereby authorize the Parish President to sign any certifications that may be associated with the implementation of this agreement.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Parish President Robert Bergeron stated that Administration would discuss with the Sheriff’s Office the possibility of providing food for Head Start programs at a lower cost, and noted that Administration will come back with a recommendation at the next meeting. The Chairman announced that the matter relative to improvements to the Valhi Park Project has been addressed. (NO ACTION TAKEN) OFFERED BY: Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr. SECONDED BY: Mr. C. Voisin.

RESOLUTION NO. 03-328 A resolution authorizing the creation of a special committee to evaluate the possibility of installing storm monitoring cameras at special locations in the parish. WHEREAS, Terrebonne Parish is frequently threatened by tropical storms, hurricanes, and rising tides to due storms, wind shifts and torrential rains, and

WHEREAS, in order to adequately advise residents of rising tides so that they may either properly prepare or, at worst, evacuate, Parish Government officials should know the exact height of tides at all times, and WHEREAS, it has been proposed that storm monitoring cameras be installed at various key locations in the parish so that Parish Officials and the general public may know the exact height of rising waters, and WHEREAS, these storm monitoring cameras have been used in other communities and have proven to be successful a tool in protecting the lives and properties of its citizens, and WHEREAS, in order to appropriately evaluate the proper camera locations and the cost of acquiring these expensive pieces of equipment, a committee should be formed composed of a cross section of emergency response persons. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Community Development & Planning Committee), on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that a special committee be established to evaluate the feasibility of installing storm monitoring cameras in Terrebonne Parish, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council Chairman be authorized to appoint a committee composed of seven to nine members representing the following entities: Parish Council (three members), Parish Administration (one member), law enforcement (one member), news media (one member) and general public (one to three members), and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the committee be assigned the following tasks:

1. Evaluate the efficiency of storm monitoring cameras. 2. Obtain input from appropriate local, state and federal agencies on the effectiveness of

said cameras. 3. Determine the number and location of storm monitoring cameras in Terrebonne

Parish. 4. Research the cost of the cameras and possible sources of funds to pay for said

cameras. 5. Make a report to the Parish Council’s Community Development & Planning

Committee for possible action.

THERE WAS RECORDED:



* * * * * * * * * Committee Member C. Voisin stated that the aforementioned request will investigate the possibility of placing storm monitoring cameras in Little Caillou, Montegut, Dulac, Gibson, and other areas where flooding occurs. Upon questioning, Parish Manager Al Levron stated that LUMCON has a storm cam, and noted that the Parish’s fire departments are connected to the GIS System that could be used to view the storm cameras online. He added that storm cameras at the water control structure in Bayou Terrebonne and Little Caillou that are operated by the Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District are NOAH-sponsored sites and may be viewed online. Mr. C. Voisin noted a possibility of receiving additional NOAH sponsorship in addition to interconnecting with the Weather Channel and other TV stations.

Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, “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. R. Boudreaux.

UPON ROLL CALL THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. NAYS: None. ABSTAINING: None. ABSENT: None.

The Chairman declared the motion adopted and the meeting was adjourned at 9:34 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 Community Development & Planning Committee meeting held on 7/22/03.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


*Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council revisit item 6:30 B (Proposed ordinance amending the Parish Code relative to excessive noise in downtown Houma).” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the proposed ordinance that will amend the Parish Code relative to excessive noise in downtown Houma be tabled.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.


YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, and C. Duplantis

NAYS: J. B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, and A. Tillman.

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux, “THAT, the Council continue with the regular order of business.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux, “THAT, the Council authorize the installation of the following street lights: INSTALL LIGHT AT 211 REYNOLD STREET IN MONTEGUT; ROAD LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 6; ENTERGY; DANNY HENRY INSTALL FLASHING CAUTION LIGHT JUST BEFORE THE ST. ANN BRIDGE IN BOURG, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL BY THE STATE; ROAD LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 5; ENTERGY; DANNY HENRY.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Council approve attendance at the following meeting as per the current Council Travel Policy:

A) Organization of Parish Administrative Officials Conference, September 10-12, Shreveport.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry.


YEAS: J. B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre, C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, and C. Duplantis

NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: R. Boudreaux


Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. D. Henry, “THAT, the Council hold nominations open an additional two weeks for the vacancy on the Recreation District No. 11 Board.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. J. B. Breaux moved, seconded by Mr. D. Henry, “THAT, the Council hold

nominations open an additional two weeks for the four vacancies on the Houma/Terrebonne-City of Terrebonne, Quebec Twinning Committee.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. J. B. Breaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. D. Henry, “THAT, the Council accept the

nominations of Mr. Vincent Dagate, Jr., Mrs. Joan Malbrough, and Mr. Robert Picou, Jr. for the expired term on the Hospital Service District No. 1 Board, representing the Terrebonne Bar Association, that nominations be closed and that a voice vote of the Council be taken to determine who will fill said term.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The Chairman called for a voice vote to determine who would fill the expired term on the Hospital Service District No. 1 Board, representing the Terrebonne Bar Association, whereupon the following was recorded: VINCENT DAGATE, JR. JOAN MALBROUGH A. Tillman P. Rhodes W. Thibodeaux ROBERT PICOU, JR. J. B. Breaux H. Lapeyre D. Henry R. Boudreaux C. Duplantis C. Voisin was recorded as Not Voting. The Chairman stated as per the aforementioned results, Mr. Robert Picou is re-appointed to an additional term on the expired term on the Hospital Service District No. 1 Board, representing the Terrebonne Bar Association. The Chairman recognized Mr. Robert Picou who thanked the Council for the re-appointment. The Chairman recognized Mr. Vincent Dagate, Jr., who wished Mr. Robert Picou well in his re-appointment to the Hospital Service District and the continued success of TGMC.

Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes, “THAT, the Council accept the

nominations of Ms. Jerri Smitko from the Houma Shrine Club and Mr. Ed Marmande from the La. Coastal Conservation Association for the expired term on the Hospital Service District No. 1 Board representing a civic organization, that nominations be closed and a voice vote of the Council be taken to determine who will fill said vacancy.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The Chairman called for a voice vote of the Council to determine who will fill the expired term on the Hospital Service District No. 1 Board, representing a civic organization, whereupon the following was recorded: JERRI SMITKO ED MARMANDE J. B. Breaux H. Lapeyre C. Voisin P. Rhodes D. Henry A. Tillman W. Thibodeaux R. Boudreaux C. Duplantis The Chairman stated as per the aforementioned results, Ms. Jerri Smitko is re-appointed to an additional term on the Hospital Service District No. 1 Board, representing a civic organization.” The Chairman recognized Mr. Ed Marmande, who stated his desire to be considered at a later date for future vacancies on the Hospital Service District No. 1 Board. Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. D. Henry and Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the Council accept the nomination of Dr. David Caletri for the expired term on the Hospital Service District No. 1 Board, representing the Terrebonne Medical Society and that Dr. Celetri be re-appointed to an additional term on said board, by acclamation.” The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. P. Rhodes and Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the

Council allow the following four add-ons to tonight’s agenda under item 7 (Council Members): 1) Placement of mobile homes within the boundaries of District 1; 2) Dularge Park; 3) Holding an election in Recreation District No. 8; and 4) Creating a Governing Body for Fire District No. 5.”

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


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


The following resolution was offered by Mr. Wayne Thibodeaux and seconded by

Mr. Peter Rhodes:


A resolution approving the holding of an election in Recreation District No. 8 of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana, on Saturday, October 4, 2003, to authorize a special tax therein.

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Recreation District No. 8 of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana (the "Governing Authority"), acting as the governing authority of Recreation District No. 8 of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana (the "District"), adopted a resolution on February 17, 2003, calling a special election in the District on Saturday, October 4, 2003, to authorize a special tax therein; and WHEREAS, the governing authority of the District has requested that this Parish Council, acting as the governing authority of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana, give its consent and authority for the District to hold the aforesaid election, and in the event that the election carries to levy and collect the special tax provided for therein; and WHEREAS, as required by Article VI, Section 15 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, it is now the desire of this Parish Council to approve the holding of said election and in the event that the election carries, to levy and collect the special tax provided for therein; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish Council of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of said Parish, that: SECTION 1. In compliance with the provisions of Article VI, Section 15 of the constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, and in accordance with the request of the Board of Commissioners of Recreation District No. 8 of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana, this Parish Council hereby approves the holding of an election in the District, on Saturday, October 4, 2003, at which election there will be submitted the following proposition, to-wit:

MILLAGE PROPOSITION

SUMMARY: 10 YEAR 8 MILLS PROPERTY TAX FOR THE PURPOSE OF ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING, MAINTAINING AND OPERATING RECREATION FACILITIES FOR SAID DISTRICT, INCLUDING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT THEREFOR, SAID TO TAX TO BE IN LIEU OF THE SIMILAR 5-1/2 MILLS TAX AUTHORIZED AT A SPECIAL ELECTION HELD ON OCTOBER 21, 1995.

Shall Recreation District No. 8 of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana (the "District"), levy and collect a special ad valorem tax of eight (8) mills on all property subject to taxation in said District, for a period of ten (10) years, beginning with the year 2003 and ending with the year 2012 for the purpose of acquiring, constructing, improving, maintaining and operating recreation facilities for said District, including the purchase of equipment therefor, said tax to be in lieu of the similar 5-1/2 mills tax authorized at a special election held on October 21, 1995?

SECTION 2. In the event the election carries, this Parish Council does hereby further

consent to and authorize the District to levy and collect the special tax provided for therein.

This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:

YEAS: J.B. Breaux, Harold Lapeyre, Clayton J. Voisin, Peter Rhodes, Daniel D.

Henry, Alvin Tillman, Wayne Thibodeaux, Ray B. Boudreaux, Jr. and Christa Duplantis.

NAYS: NONE.

ABSENT: NONE.

And the resolution was declared on this, the 23rd day of July, 2003.

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Councilman A. Tillman stated that there seems to be attempts to move mobile homes in certain areas of District 1 without obtaining necessary permits and under a R-1 Zoning which does not allow mobile homes. Mr. Tillman stated that the necessary permits have to be obtained and if the proper zoning is not in place, the Zoning Commission will have to be approached to rezone the area in order to do so.

Councilman A. Tillman stated that the Dularge Park in under the auspices of Recreation

District No. 10 and lighting and equipment is funded by that district. Mr. Tillman instructed the Council Clerk to contact the Recreation District No. 10 Board requesting their attendance at the 8/13/03 Council Meeting to answer questions regarding the park and to explain any and all improvements that have been made.

Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. R. Boudreaux, “THAT, the Council introduce an

ordinance that will amend Chapter 8, Article 11, Section 8-22(C) of the Parish Code to provide for a Board of Commissioners to serve as Governing Authority for Fire Protection District No. 5 and call a public hearing on 8/13/03 at 6:30 p.m.”

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


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Councilwoman C. Duplantis read aloud a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans

Affairs Medical Center Director John Church to Senator John Breaux and a letter from Senator John Breaux to Parish President Robert Bergeron indicating the approval of the addition of a Veterans Clinic in Houma.

Parish President R. Bergeron commended Senator John Breaux, Senator Mary Landrieu,

and Congressman Billy Tauzin for their assistance in getting a Veterans’ Clinic in Houma. Councilman H. Lapeyre announced the appointment of an engineer for the conceptual

design of a park in the Valhi Lagoon area and thanked the Parish President for his support in this endeavor.

Councilman D. Henry commended Mr. Ronnie Theriot for his involvement in obtaining a

Veterans’ Clinic in Houma. Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Mr. D. Henry and Mr. H. Lapeyre, “THAT, the

Council allow the following to items to tonight’s agenda under Item 9 (Staff Reports): 1) Road

District No. 6 Funds for the Isle de Jean Charles Road Rip Rap maintenance; and 2) Authorizing an agreement with the American Heart Association to provide fee CPR to the public.”

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


NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None

The Chairman declared the motion adopted. OFFERED BY: Mr. D. Henry. SECONDED BY: Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr.


A resolution authorizing the use of Road District #6 Street Repairs Budget for the Isle de Jean Charles Road Rip Rap maintenance, not to exceed $100,000. WHEREAS, the Isle de Jean Charles Road is within the boundaries of Road District #6, and WHEREAS, funds are available for street repairs in the Road District #6 Fund sufficient for the $100,000 project. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, hereby authorizes Robert Bergeron, Parish President, to proceed with the Isle de Jean Charles Road Rip Rap maintenance project, not to exceed $100,000. THERE WAS RECORDED:




* * * * * * * * * OFFERED BY: Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr. SECONDED: Unanimously.


A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PARISH PRESIDENT TO EXECUTE A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOLIDATED GOVERNMENT AND THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FREE CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION TRAINING TO THE PUBLIC, AND AUTHORIZING THE PARISH PRESIDENT TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT; AND TO ADDRESS OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE THERETO.

WHEREAS, Article VII, Section 14 of the Louisiana Constitution provides that, “[F]or a public purpose, the state and its political subdivision or political corporations may engage in cooperative endeavors with each other, with the United States or its agencies, or with any public or private association, corporation or individual”, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, through the exercise of its police powers is authorized to promote and protect the public health, safety and general welfare, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government owns and operates the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center (“Civic Center”) that is available for rent for public or private functions at normal rental rates set forth in the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government Code of Ordinances, and WHEREAS, the American Heart Association has proposed to provide a program of annual cardiopulmonary resuscitation (“CPR”) training free of charge and available to all interested members of the public on a space available basis, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government wishes to allow the American Heart Association to offer such CPR training at the Civic Center and to waive any fees normally charged for usage of such facility in exchange for the American Heart Association’s agreement to offer such training to the public, and WHEREAS, the value of the facility usage being donated by Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is equivalent or less than the value of the services to be provided by American Heart Association, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government finds that waiver of the normal rental charges assessed for use of the Civic Center in exchange for the American Heart Association’s commitment to provide the CPR training program will serve a public purpose and have a public benefit commensurate with the costs, and WHEREAS, Terrebonne Parish Code Section 2-406(4) authorizes the Parish Council to waive the normal fees charged by the Civic Center for particular occasions by motion made while the Council is in session. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the Parish President be and he is authorized to execute a cooperative endeavor agreement by and between the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government and the American Heart Association, substantially in accordance with the drafts thereof which were filed with the original copy of this resolution in the office of the Council Clerk;, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications and to this end the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. THERE WAS RECORDED:




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The Chairman recognized Dr. Peter Fail, local doctor, who stated that the Keep the Beat

bystander CPR training event to be held on August 16, 2003 is a non-profit event that will teach the residents of the Bayou Region the basic lifesaving techniques at no charge and is cosponsored by the community-minded organizations throughout the four-parish area of Terrebonne, Lafourche, St. Mary, and Assumption. Dr. Fail requested the free use of the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center to allow the donations to be kept and additional material to be distributed and more people to be trained in this very important life-saving matter.

Several Council Members and the Parish President expressed their appreciation to Dr.

Fail and others responsible for putting this life saving event for residents in the Bayou Region.

Mr. R. Boudreaux moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, “THAT, the Council accept the following Monthly Engineering Reports:

A) T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc. B) GSE Associates, Inc.”

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. R. Boudreaux.



NAYS: None

ABSTAINING: None

ABSENT: None


Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded Unanimously, “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 9:17 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

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