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Former Gov. Murphy James Louisiana Community and a statement about the former GOVERNOR spares “Mike” Foster Jr. may have Technical College System, was governor, who passed away MURPHY JAMES been a businessman for much commended for his backing of Sunday at his home in Frank- “MIKE” FOSTER, JR. of his life before entering poli- the creation of the TOPS pro- lin at age 90. “As governor, tics later than most, but in the gram and is remembered for one of his most lasting lega- most of state’s legislative and execu- his critical role in the found- cies is in education, especially tive branches, the St. Mary ing of the Louisiana Workers’ his support for the creation of Parish resident is being laud- Compensation Corp. the TOPS program, which, St. Mary ed for his numerous contribu- “A veteran, a businessman more than 20 years later, still tions in areas that still posi- and a sportsman, Gov. Mike helps thousands of Louisiana Hurricane Delta wasn’t as tively impact Louisianans to- Foster was a true Louisianan students attend colleges and powerful as Laura, but it af- day. who served his country, his universities and achieve their fected a wider area and left more people in the dark Friday Foster, who was the grand- state and his community with goals.” night, Gov. John Bel Edwards son of a Louisiana governor, honor throughout his life,” As for the Louisiana Com- said Saturday. was key in the creation of the Gov. John Bel Edwards said in More on Page 10 More than 600,000 Louisi- ana utility customers were still without power at noon after a quarter of the state’s custom- ers lost power at some point, Edwards said. Governor Murphy James The poweroutages.us web- “Mike” Foster, Jr., a retired site reported about 542,000 businessman and sugar cane Louisiana customers without farmer from St. Mary Parish, power at 2 p.m., but the site left this earth on Sunday, Oc- doesn’t track outages for all tober 4, 2020 surrounded by utilities. Among the unreport- family and close friends. ed utilities are SLECA and Mike Foster became Loui- those serving Pointe Coupee siana’s 53rd governor after and Lafayette. Widespread running for office as a lit- outages lasted into the after- tle-known senator to fix noon in Lafayette. things that were broken. He Poweroutages.us reported at served Louisiana as its chief 2 p.m. that 4,896 of CLECO’s executive from 1996 – 2004. 18,981 customers in St. Mary The first thing Governor remained without power. Foster handed to his senior That’s down from more than staff members were coins 6,900 at 6 a.m. that read, “Do the Right Delta resulted in 15 inches Thing.” That was the mantra of rain in 48 hours in Lake that he lived by, the standard Charles, already struggling to that he held his staff to, and recover from Laura’s strike on that to which he insisted Aug. 27, but also across the Louisiana government as- state in Baton Rouge, where pire. 10 inches of rain fell, Edwards He began his construction said in a press conference. company, Bayou Sale, so his Rapides also saw heavy rain, farm employees would have and Edwards said 10 people work during the off season. were rescued there. In all, 83 He was also an avid out- people received assistance ei- doorsman who loved fishing ther from search and rescue along the Louisiana coast operations, evacuation or relo- and hunting in southwest cation. Louisiana on Pecan Island. The National Guard has Governor Foster was first 3,000 activated troops ready elected to the state senate in with 1.5 million meals, 1.5 mil- 1988 at the age of 58. He was lion bottles of water, 32,000 an Eagle Scout, a veteran tarps and 48,000 bags of ice, who served as a Captain of Edwards said. the United States Air Force Delta’s eye came ashore near in the Korean War, and the Cameron Parish communi- grandson of former Louisi- ty of Creole early Friday eve- ana Governor Murphy J. ning, only 12 miles from where Foster (1892 -1900). He be- Laura came ashore. came the first GOP governor The proximity of the two since Reconstruction to serve storms makes it hard to distin- two terms as the state’s chief guish Laura damage from Del- executive. ta damage, the governor said. One of his most significant “This is really important,” accomplishments as a legis- Edwards said. “The way we lator, the creation of the Lou- work with the federal govern- More on Page 10 ment, with regard to the way we document storm response Gov. Murphy J. "Mike" and damages and the reim- Foster was laid to rest bursement, it depends on Wednesday at Frank- which storm caused what dam- age.” lin Cemetery after pri- The state government is urg- vate services at Oaklawn ing the Federal Emergency Management Agency to treat Manor, the family home, the storms as one event so that with the Rev. Stephen the 90% reimbursement of Crawford officiating. Fos- state response expenditures will apply to Delta damage, ter, who represented St. too. The state has also applied Mary in the state Senate for 100% reimbursement for before serving as gov- debris removal for Laura dam- age. ernor 1996-2004, died A third of St. Mary Parish’s Sunday. Top Photo: A Cleco customers were without power Saturday morning after Louisiana Army National Hurricane Delta swept ashore Guardsman salutes Fos- in Cameron Parish on Friday ter at the graveside. Bot- night. The Poweroutages.us web- tom Photo: Guardsmen site reported 6,083 of Cleco’s carry the casket to the 18,981 customers were without tent where the graveside power at 10 a.m. The utility re- ported that 125,000 of its cus- service was conducted. tomer homes and businesses The Banner-Tribune/ More on Page 10 Roger Emile Stouff

Page 2, The Banner-Tribune, Franklin, La., Wednesday, October 14, 2020 'Blessing of the Animals' held at St. Mary's Church The Feast of St. Francis of Assisi and the Blessing of the Animals was weld Oct. 4 at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. The honoree was Blossom, a 10-year-old Bichon Frise rescue belonging to Chad Boutte and Steven Mora. The Rev. Father Stephen F. Crawford presided over the blessing of the many animals both present and in absentia. The Banner-Tribune/Roger Emile Stouff

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The Banner-Tribune Lifestyles LSU AgCenter: It's time to harvest caladium bulbs By Heather Kirk-Ballard best in well-drained soil with partial peratures with a thick layer of mulch. apart from one another in a cool place LSU AgCenter Horticulturist sun. Areas that hold water lead to tu- For those parishes that fall into zone 8 in a paper bag, cardboard box or other Its fall, and we’ve already had our ber and root rot. and below, tubers are grown as annu- breathable material. Do not use plastic harvest moon. The beautiful foliage of caladiums als planted each spring as the soils bags or other airtight storage that Fall provides cooler weather, so we makes a spectacular show when they warm. traps moisture. can get back out into the gardens, are planted in large groupings around October marks the beginning of the A warm garage, pantry or storage lawns and landscapes comfortably. Fall shrubs and trees, as landscape bed end for caladium glory days each year. closet with ambient temperatures are marks harvesttime for many crops, borders and in containers. Every plant As the days shorten and the nights good choices. Give them room for air such as pumpkins and other squash, nursery carries a large selection each cool, caladium plants go into winter movement. If you have a hard time persimmons, tangerines, Asian pears, spring. dormancy. Now is the time to de- telling what side is up or down on the apples and, of course, satsumas. Often referred to as bulbs, cide whether to let them go tuber, mark the tops with a permanent One other thing you should be har- caladiums are truly tubers, and replant new tubers marker before storing. vesting this time of year is your caladi- botanically speaking. next year or to dig them Voila. You are prepared for next um bulbs for planting again next year. They come in different up, dry them, store spring with no need to shop if you’ve Caladiums are a favorite in the South size grades much like them and plant them properly preserved your tubers. and all across the U.S. They are espe- the edible potato tu- again next spring. Plant caladiums in the spring when cially loved for their large, heart- bers sold in grocery Here are some tips the soil warms to at least 65 degrees shaped or strap-shaped leaves that stores and farmers on how to dig up and and days begin to warm. This is typi- come in amazing color combinations of markets. The largest preserve caladium cally April in Louisiana. If you want to green, pink, white and red. Native to ones, called mammoth, bulbs in zones that do give your plants a head start, plant South America, they thrive in our hot are 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 inch- not stay warm enough, them indoors in late February or early and humid climate here in Louisiana. es. Jumbo tubers are 2 namely north Louisi- March in a warm, sunny window. You have thousands of cultivars to 1/2 to 3 1/2 inches, and ana parishes. First, In the landscape, plant tubers choose from. No. 1s are 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 start with the best mate- smooth side down at around 2 1/2 to 3 One major feature of this plant that inches. No. 2s and 3s are rial. If your tubers were in inches deep and 6 inches apart. Caladi- sticks out in my mind is color for shad- smaller. optimal conditions — evenly ums also do well in containers on shad- ed areas. Most of us know the struggle The larger the tuber, the more moist, well-drained soil and partial ed porches, patios and decks to deco- of finding anything of significant color “eyes,” or growth points, they have. sun as opposed to full shade — you rate your outdoor sitting areas with a that does well in shade. Most flowering These tubers will grow into larger, full- should be able to expect decent sized little pop of color. plants require a great deal of sun for er plants. We consume potato tubers bulbs that will have enough energy re- Use the strap-leaf caladiums in sun- blooms, and most foliage plants thrive for their carbohydrate energy source. serves to carry them over until next ny areas such as window boxes and in shade. So it is difficult to find a suit- Just as potato tubers provide us ener- year. hanging baskets. They, of course, make able plant of color for shade. Struggle gy when we eat them, caladium tubers Dig caladium tubers up when the a striking display as a border in land- no more — caladium is your plant. provide energy stores for tubers to go majority of leaves have turned yellow scape beds and to line walkways. With little to no pest or disease issues, into winter dormancy and grow again and are falling over. Use a garden fork Do you want a fuller, bushier plant? it is easy to care for and looks good in spring as the days lengthen and the to lift them from the soil gently. Keep You can stimulate this by carefully re- from spring to early fall each year. soil temperatures rise in the right har- leaves attached, remove soil and wipe moving a few of the more prominent Caladiums, in general, prefer partial diness zones. clean with a soft brush or cloth. Let eyes before planting, being careful not sun but also thrive in full shade. Some In USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11, the leaves dry for two weeks until they to damage surrounding tissue or small- new varieties or the fancy strap-leafed which include most southern parishes have become completely dry and er buds. caladiums can tolerate more sun and, here in Louisiana, tubers can be left in turned brown. You can then pull the Check the LSU AgCenter website for under the right cultural conditions, the ground all year round. Help pro- dried leaves from the tuber. recommended trial varieties at http:// can tolerate full sun. Tubers perform tect them from extended freezing tem- Store clean, dried tubers spaced bit.ly/lsucaladiums. These treats are staples of Halloween celebrations (Metro) — Kids can’t cel- treats that simply must be pointed if candy was not Celebrants who don’t have apple-picking season. zation notes that they have ebrate Halloween without part of all the fiendish fes- part of Halloween celebra- any chocolate to offer this -Pumpkin seeds: Carv- long been a great source of asking neighbors “Trick or tivities this Halloween. tions would be an under- Halloween may find them- ing jack-o’-lanterns is a be- zinc. Roasted pumpkin treat?” Pranks might be -Candy: The National statement. selves on the receiving end loved Halloween tradition seeds make for a great and part and parcel of Hallow- Confectioners Association -Chocolate: Chocolate of- of a few tricks. in many households. If nutritious snack when een, but treats are what estimated that, in 2018, ten finds its way into can- -Candied apples: Each yours is a home where turning ordinary pump- many goblins and ghouls Halloween would generate dy bars, but chocolate also Halloween, candied apples pumpkin seeds are typical- kins into scary jack-o’-lan- anticipate the most come $9 billion in candy sales. In can stand on its own, espe- reappear. Though rarely ly discarded, this year you terns. October 31. fact, the NCA notes that cially on Halloween. In its seen throughout the rest of can consider making better Food is a big part of Hal- Youngsters are not the Halloween, despite being U.S. Food Market Outlook the year, candied apples use of them by eating loween, and certain items only ones who look forward just a single day, accounts 2018 report, the market re- are perhaps an ideal treat them. Pumpkin seeds are simply must be a part of to the sweets that are syn- for about 8 percent of an- search firm Packaged for Halloween, which oc- great sources of fiber, and the culinary experience on onymous with Halloween. nual confectionary sales. Facts found that the Hal- curs right in the heart of the World Health Organi- this beloved holiday. Adults also indulge their To say that trick-or-treat- loween season is the fourth sweet tooths on Halloween. ers and other Halloween most lucrative season of The following are some celebrants would be disap- the year for chocolate sales.

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• Born and raised in New Iberia • Catholic High School – 1980 Graduate • Graduate of University of Louisiana with General Business degree – 1984 • Banking Assets Offi cer for fi nancial institutions – 1984-89 • Graduate of Tulane Law School – 1992 • Law Clerk for Judge Buddy Fleming, 16th Judicial District – 1992-93 • Assistant District Attorney, 16th Judicial District – 1993-2015 • District Attorney, 16th Judicial District – 2015 to present AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS • Acadiana Criminalistics Laboratory Commission Executive Committee • Louisiana District Attorney Association Legislative Committee • Louisiana District Attorney Association Technology Committee • Louisiana District Attorney Juvenile Justice Task Force • Evangeline Area Boy Scout Council – Iberia Parish Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award – 2015 • Member of the Louisiana Justice Reinvestment Task Force – 2016-2017 • Louisiana District Attorney Association President – Present • Chez Hope Peacemaker Award – 2017 • President Acadiana Crime Lab Commission – 2017-Present • Virginia Tyler Guillotte Award Recipient – St. Mary Chamber of Commerce – 2018

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Opinion The Banner-Tribune Jim Bradshaw My Favorite Baseball Story This year’s all-too-brief prospect of From time to time he would go up to an all-Chicago World Series would have Chicago to watch Ted pitch, and one of renewed one of the few longstanding those games, probably in 1927, was disagreements between my dad and against the Yankees. myself. Dad went to the dressing room after I have been a Cubs fan since I was a the game and, by chance, he, Ted Ly- kid. He pulled for the White Sox. ons, and Babe Ruth walked out of the I started following the Cubs because stadium together. According to my they played only day games in the dad’s story, a group of kids rushed up to 1950s and their broadcasts came in Ruth and Lyons, asking for autographs, loud and clear in Lake Charles most and one of them handed a scorecard to summer afternoons. him. He scrawled his name just below I spent most of the time on most of Babe Ruth’s. my vacation days in a bathing suit, The kid puzzled over the signature, splashing in the lake. But it was de- looking back and forth from the score- creed that I had to stay out of the water card to my dad, trying to place the during the hottest part of the day — name with a player, according to dad’s something about the threat of polio — story, until Babe Ruth leaned over and, so I started listening to Vince Lloyd’s in his gravelly voice, said, “Second broadcasts of the Cubs games. They base.” were lovable losers back then, and for a The kid’s eyes lit up, and he ran off, Dick Polman long time after, but I stuck with them happy with his autographs. through thin and thinner. That’s the way the story was told to My dad’s allegiance to the White Sox me by my dad, and I believe it, even began with his friendship with their though he was known to sometimes My Exclusive Interview With Hall of Fame pitcher Ted Lyons. Ted embellish a fact or two for the sake of a (b.1900) was older than my dad good tale. He told it several times and (b.1909), but they were neighbors in mostly the same each time. the Fly on Pence's Head the small community of Vinton and the So now, if one day you should be dig- whole town followed Ted’s career after ging around in a musty attic and come Q: Congratulations, Mr. Fly. You won we’re going to continue to listen to the he joined the White Sox in 1923. He across an old scorecard signed by Babe the vice presidential debate Thursday science.” He really said that. won 260 games for what was then a Ruth, Ted Lyons, and that mythical night. You are America’s Insect. How Q: Surely that’s all you got. traditionally mediocre club and his fans second baseman Bill Bradshaw, you do you feel today? A: Oh no. There’s also buzz that we say he would have won 400 playing for will know how it came to be. A: Just like the president, I feel don’t know how sick the president is a winning team such as the Yankees — A collection of Jim Bradshaw’s col- great. I felt it was my solemn duty to because his doctors keep hiding all the other team involved in my favorite umns, Cajuns and Other Characters, is participate. kinds of information. But here’s what I baseball story. now available from Pelican Publishing. Q: Why? What compelled you to go heard Thursday night: “The transpar- My dad got his degree from Notre You can contact him at jimbrad- sit on the vice president’s head for so ency they’ve practiced all along the Dame in 1929 and was at the universi- [email protected] or P.O. Box 1121, long? Have you always been interested way will continue.” He really said that. ty during some of Ted’s best years. Washington LA 70589. in politics? Q: No wonder you stayed on his head A: Not until Thursday night. I was so long. Anything else bugging you? Rich Manieri always content to zip here and there, A: Yeah. He wouldn’t answer simple nobody telling me what to do. I did like questions. Like when he was asked, if when the vice president talked about you kill the law that protects people An Unfortunate Reflection of Our Discourse “freedom” and against “mandates.” I with health conditions, what’s your wouldn’t want a mandate telling me plan to help people who have health If you’re looking for a high road in po- rine fighter pilot Amy McGrath. where I can fly or not fly. But as I was conditions? He changed the subject. Or litical advertising, you’ll find it some- In one of a series of ads, the McConnell listening to what the vice president when he was asked to explain why his where between the South Pole and Ha- camp tries to portray McGrath as a far- was saying to that lady on stage, I de- boss won’t challenge the dictator who des. Short of photoshopping devil horns left radical, unhinged over the election of cided I had to take a stand. has put “bounties” on American sol- on your opponent, anything goes. There Donald Trump. McGrath is shown, in Q: Wow, Mr. Fly. You became politi- diers? He changed the subject. Or are no rules. It’s Thunderdome, where most unflattering black and white video cized in the blink of your thousands of when he was asked, are there plans to truth is relative and context is but a ru- and looking positively loopy, saying, in an eyes? have you step in if the president gets mor. angry tone, “I am not accepting of this!” A: Frankly, I went there to sample too sick to work? He changed the sub- We’ve reached the point in the current McGrath, says the voiceover, wanted to the vice president’s hair product. But ject. election cycle when we’re all sick of attack “remove” Trump from office. She’s later remember, I’m a fly - so I stayed for all Q: You are very well informed, for a ads. We’d probably see fewer of them if called “Extreme Amy McGrath.” his s——. fly. there was some hard evidence they didn’t McGrath is running ads of her own in Q: Whoa, Mr. Fly. This is a family A: I have a lot of free time. And work. One thing ad folks—political and which McConnell appears only slightly publication. How can you say such a there’s one other thing. I don’t presume otherwise—understand is what moti- less evil than Mr. Burns of “The Simp- thing? to speak for half the human race - all vates potential customers to action. sons.” One McGrath ad opens with a A: Because I’ve rubbed my hands the women out there - and I’ll admit Negative ads are nothing new. If you’re creepy montage of black and white McCo- and legs together and done some home- that I like to land on their hair, too. old enough you might remember Lyndon nnell photos with McGrath saying, work, which your audience may appre- But I bet they didn’t like how the vice Johnson’s famous “Daisy” ad in 1964. “Mitch McConnell has spent his whole ciate. Roughly 212,000 humans are president refused to stop talking when Johnson was trying to portray his Repub- political career trying to stop people from dead from that virus, right? And 7.6 it wasn’t his turn. Whenever that Har- lican opponent, Barry Goldwater, as a getting affordable health care.” She goes million are infected? But here’s what I ris lady would start to stay something, reckless militarist, though Goldwater on to tie McConnell to Kentucky’s high heard Thursday night: “From the very he wouldn’t let her talk. She kept say- himself was never mentioned in the ad. cancer mortality rate and its prevalence first day President Donald Trump has ing, “I’m speaking, Mr. Vice President! The ad shows a little girl picking a dai- of heart and lung disease. Of course, Ken- put the health of Americans first...I I’m speaking!” I thought that if I stayed sy in a field and counting. Before she gets tucky has one of the highest obesity rates couldn’t be more proud to serve as vice on his head long enough, maybe he’d to 10, she’s interrupted by a male voice in the country and is second to only West president to a president who stands get distracted and shut up. But alas I counting down a nuclear missile launch Virginia in cigarette smoking. So, there’s without apology for the sanctity of hu- failed. followed by a mushroom cloud. The tag- that. man life.” He really said that. Q: You seem upset, Mr. Fly. Why? line reads, “Vote for President Johnson on If we’re wondering why so many good, Q: Gee. Anything else? A: Just puzzled, I suppose. I buzzed November 3rd. The stakes are too high qualified people spurn political office, we A: Oh yes. The buzz these days is past a TV today, and someone said that for you to stay home.” In other words, a really don’t need to look much further that the president is mean to pretty the president and vice president are al- vote for Goldwater is a vote for nuclear than political attack ads. Not that there much everyone who isn’t an able-bod- ready getting “crushed in the polls” by annihilation. Unfair but effective. John- aren’t good people currently serving, but ied white person. But here’s what I women - so why would the vice presi- son won in a landslide. exposing oneself to constant ridicule and heard Thursday night: “This is a presi- dent want to make things even worse? Today, thanks to technology and all mischaracterization is not all that ap- dent who respects and cherishes all the Q: I guess it was just in his nature. sorts of digital hocus pocus, it’s easier pealing to someone who is already suc- American people.” He really said that. Speaking of nature, I understand that than ever to make even the most reason- cessful and shielded from public scrutiny. Q: We get the point. it’s common for flies to vomit when able statesman look like a hysterical ma- Why anyone wants to be president, I have A: There’s more. When I fly around I they land on something? niac. no idea. notice how much warmer the air is. A: Yes, but only when we eat. That’s In Kentucky, Senate Majority Leader Politics can be nasty business and it You call it “climate change.” Here’s why I finally left his head. I was still Mitch McConnell, a Republican, is run- doesn’t get any nastier than a month be- what I heard Thursday night: “Presi- hungry for substance. 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Page 6, The Banner-Tribune, Franklin, La., Wednesday, October 14, 2020 House committee votes to spend money on election (The Center Square) – crease spending for this cials grants to pay for money could corrupt an $8 million to $10 million the committee was call- A state House of Repre- fall’s elections, then vot- election expenses. election’s integrity, argu- in Louisiana. Debbie ing for spending more sentatives committee on ed to block private enti- Supporters of the sec- ing that any grant funds Hudnall, executive direc- taxpayer dollars on the Wednesday voted to in- ties from giving local offi- ond measure said outside should flow through the tor of the state clerks of election. legislature to ensure eq- court association, said “If there was ever a uitable distribution. their counsel informed time to get some help, House Bill 59 authoriz- them it was fine to use the right kind of help, es an additional $100 of the money to pay for now is the time to do it,” compensation per elec- things the state doesn’t he said. tion for commissioners provide. But Angelique Freel during elections held For example, in Calca- with the Attorney Gener- within one year following sieu Parish, which was al’s Office said state law a governor’s declared devastated by Hurricane requires government to emergency. The addition- Laura, officials are strug- fund elections. She said, al payments, which may gling to find enough vot- without offering evi- help to attract poll work- ing precincts. The money dence, that certain par- ers who already were in could have been used for ishes were “targeted” for short supply before the tablet computers to help the grants, suggesting COVID-19 pandemic, election officials show the foundation was try- could cost the state near- voters where to cast their ing to boost turnout in ly $5.7 million, according ballots. certain parishes for polit- to a Legislative Fiscal “The clerks were excit- ical reasons. Office estimate. ed” to apply, she said, Freel said unequal dis- Republican Rep. Blake adding that the money tribution of the funds al- Miguez filed House Bill came without strings at- so could raise equal pro- 51, which would prohibit tached. tection claims by some funding any aspect of the But then Attorney voters, leading to law- state’s elections with pri- General Jeff Landry is- suits against the state. vate funds, after Face- sued an opinion stating “It is important for book founder Mark Zuck- that accepting the dona- elections to be uniform erberg and wife Priscilla tions may be illegal. across the board,” she Chan offered $250 mil- Hudnall said Landry said. lion in grants to local subsequently began Miguez said his issue election officials around emailing clerks to ask was not with any partic- the country to ensure about their applications ular foundation or grant. “every eligible voter can and who they had spoken He said he wanted to participate in a safe and with at the Zucker- clarify the law, ensure timely way and have berg-backed foundation. legislative oversight and their vote counted.” “It felt threatening to avoid “bidding for politi- Secretary of State Kyle the clerks,” who subse- cal favors” by outside Ardoin, who runs the quently decided not to groups. state’s elections, encour- apply, Hudnall said. The House and Gov- aged clerks of court Rep. Sam Jenkins, a ernmental Affairs Com- statewide to apply for the Shreveport Democrat, mittee advance HB 59 grants, which according wondered about the logic without objection. HB 51 to testimony Wednesday of turning down free passed 7-5 along party could be worth a total of money at the same time lines. La. house OKs possible $157M oil tax break (The Center Square) – Louisiana’s House of 'This bill has the ability to create Representatives on Tuesday approved a tax jobs," Rep. Phillip Devillier, Eunice, break for the oil and gas said industry that could be worth $157 million, measure as a way to get state $157 million over though supporters said industry service compa- the five-year life of the the estimate is exagger- nies back to work at a program. The office as- ated. time when oil prices are sumed most wells would House Bill 29 by Rep. low and demand for fuel qualify for the full Phillip DeVillier, a Eu- has not fully recovered 24-month exemption, an nice Republican, would amid the COVID-19-re- assessment DeVillier give companies a sever- lated recession. disputes. ance tax exemption for “This bill has the abil- In fact, supporters of new wells or wells un- ity to create jobs,” he the bill say it could lead dergoing enhancements said. to more tax revenue for for two years or until the The Legislative Fiscal the state because they investment is paid off, Office estimates the believe it will motivate whichever comes first. change could cost the new investment that DeVillier touted the wouldn’t happen other- wise. Representatives voted 68-22 to send HB 29 to the Senate. In other action Tues- day, the House ap- proved: House Bill 20: Would provide an income tax deduction for families who hired a tutor to fa- cilitate online education for their child or chil- dren. The tax break is capped at $5,000, though the bill’s spon- sor, Baton Rouge Repub- lican Rep. Rick Ed- monds, said it would be worth a couple hundred dollars. House Bill 26: Would establish a sales tax hol- iday this year on Nov. 20 and 21 on sales up to $2,500. The Fiscal Office estimates the tax break will save shoppers a to- tal of $4.5 million. House Bill 64: Would create an Office of Broadband and Connec- tivity within the gover- nor’s office. The office would not have regula- tory authority. Rep. Dar- yl Deshotel, the Marks- ville Republican who au- thored the bill, said the office would be able to coordinate various pro- grams in hopes of ex- panding broadband ac- cess in the state. House Bill 25/Senate Bill 14: Would expand access to the Louisiana New Markets Jobs Act tax credit that may be claimed against the in- surance premium tax, which normally is based on the investment of pri- vate capital in a low-in- come community busi- ness. Investments in four parishes affected by Hurricane Laura would be eligible even if not made in a designated low-income community.

The Banner-Tribune, Franklin, La., Wednesday, October 14, 2020,Page 7 Obituaries

LETTIE Cake” Cosey, 36, a resi- Betty Jo Mendoza; as Visitation will be ob- to send condolences to influence was apparent ARBONEAUX dent and native of Mor- well as numerous nieces, served on Friday, Octo- family. in his 82 years which CHAPRON gan City, La., passed nephews, extended fami- ber 16, 2020 from 11 a.m. showed at every level away peacefully on Fri- ly, and friends. until funeral services at JAMES LAWRENCE with everyone whether day October 2, 2020 at In addition to her par- 12 Noon at the Light- VINING you were family, friend or 3:28 p.m. at her resi- ents, she was preceded in house Missionary Bap- December 12, 1937 – a new acquaintance. He dence. death by her sister-in- tist Church 1110 Barrow October 3, 2020 retired from Southern Visitation will be ob- law, Sherry Hidalgo; and Street Franklin, La. (All James Lawrence Vin- Natural Gas with 37 served on Saturday Octo- her brother-in-law, Rudy visitors are asked to ad- ing, a longtime resident years of service, held po- ber 17, 2020 at the Mendoza. here to the CDC-local of Garden City in St. sitions on the St. Mary Mount Zion Baptist Serving as pallbearers regulations by wearing Mary Parish, passed Parish Waterworks Dis- Church from 9 a.m. until will be Scott Veron, Jeff masks and practicing so- away at the age of 82 in trict No. 5, and chaired funeral services at 1 p.m. Lenox, Tommy LeBlanc cial distancing). Pastor the afternoon hours of several positions with (All visitors are asked to Sr., Justin Vlosich, Brett Allen R. Randle Sr. will Saturday, October 3, the American Power adhere to the CDC-local Stokes, and Evan LeB- officiate. Ms. Ina will be 2020. Board Association (AP- regulations by wearing oeuf. Honorary pallbear- laid to rest in the Frank- James was born on De- BA). masks and practicing so- ers will be Sonny Hidal- lin Cemetery - Main cember 12, 1937 in Those he leaves to cial distancing). Pastor go, Cole Veron, Alex LeB- Street following funeral Grove, TX, and was the cherish his memory in- April 7, 1923 – October Larry Frank will officiate oeuf, and Andrew LeB- services. third of four children clude his wife of 43 years, 11, 2020 the services. Burial will oeuf. Memories of Alma will born to Rev. Lawrence Roberta Robicheaux Vin- Funeral services for follow funeral services in In lieu of flowers the forever remain in the and Leanore Vining. He ing; three children, Da- Lettie Arboneaux the Morgan City Ceme- family asks that you hearts of her son, J Ber- was a man of faith with a vid Vining and his wife Chapron will be held Sat- tery. please consider contribu- trand Ina and wife, resolve for compassion, Diane, Jimmy Vining urday, October 17, 2020, Memories of Alexis or tions to the Alzheimer’s Shaquana of Franklin, loyalty and commitment and his wife Melanie, at Sacred Heart of Jesus “Mama Cake,” as she Association, 225 N. Mich- La.; four grandchildren, to all. He loved and re- and Dawn V. Rentrop Catholic Church in Bald- was known to many, will igan Ave. Floor 17, Chica- Jaylon Ina, Jayda Ina- spected his parents very win during a 10:30 a.m. forever remain in the go, IL 60601, https:// Alonzo, Ashley Wilson much and their positive More on Page 10 Mass of Christian Burial. hearts of her parents, www.alz.org, 800-272- and Monica Rose Druil- Following the Mass she Brenda (Saul Jr.) Grogan 3900. het; three great-grand- will be laid to rest in the and Verelyn “Ben” (Tani- Family and friends children, Kennedy Sacred Heart Cemetery sha) Cannon; six broth- may view the obituary Alonzo, Jacob Ina and INSURING WHAT MATTERS Mausoleum. Father ers, Carlton Cosey all of online by visiting www. Milton Howard, Jr.; two Christopher Cambre will Morgan City, La.; Wybra iberts.com and are en- nieces, Sheila Johnson be the Celebrant for the “Dude” Jackson, Ter- couraged to share their and Paula Jackson and a TO YOU! Mass and conduct the rence (Ronata) Cosey and condolences, cherished host of other relatives, services. A gathering of Bryant Jackson all of memories, love, and sup- friends, and students she family and friends will be Patterson, La., and Ben- port for the family. educated in St. Mary AUTO • HOME held at the church from jamin Jackson and Ben- Arrangements have Parish. 8:30 a.m. until time of jamin Bartley both of been entrusted to Ibert’s Alma was preceded in BUSINESS • FLOOD service, with the Holy Houston, TX; two sisters, Mortuary, Inc., 1007 death by her parents, Jo- Rosary being prayed at Dominique (Ernest) Har- Main Street, Franklin, seph Braud and Rebecca WORKERS COMP 9:30. vey of Thibodaux, La. LA 70538, (337) 828- Sims Braud; two siblings, LIFE • HEALTH Lettie was born in and Shantell Bartley of 5426. Wilson Braud and Edna Franklin on April 7, 1923 Houston, TX; her pater- Braud Brown and neph- and passed away peace- nal grandparents, Will & ALMA CORA ews, Glenn Johnson, fully at the age of 97 in Bettie Cannon, Jr. of BRAUD INA Clayton Johnson, Earl the early morning hours Morgan City, La.; her Alma Cora Braud Ina, Johnson and Rodney DAVID of Sunday, October 11, god-mother Shelia Mo- 91, a native of Central, Johnson. 2020, at Consolata Nurs- ses; two god-children, La. and resident of Jones Funeral Home of ing Center in New Iberia. Kerille Walker and Sarai Franklin, La. passed Franklin-Morgan STIEL She was the middle child Richardson, two aunts, away peacefully on Tues- City-Houma and Jeaner- of five children born to nine uncles, two great- day, October 6, 2020 at ette in charge of arrange- a g e n c y Howard and Cecile Ar- aunts, five great-uncles 10:25 p.m. at her resi- ments. Please visit: www. boneaux. She was a long- and a host nieces, neph- dence. jones-funeral-home.com 618 MAIN STREET • FRANKLIN • (337)828-5867 time resident of Baldwin ews, other relatives and as well as a longtime pa- dear friends. rishioner of Sacred Heart Alexis was preceded in of Jesus Catholic Church, death by her maternal where she faithfully at- grandparents, Shirley tended Mass until her and William Pinn and health would no longer one uncle, Roman Can- allow. She was also a non. member of the Catholic Please visit www. Daughters, Court Sacré jones-funeral-home.com Coeur. She enjoyed to send condolences to watching her religious family programs on TV as well as painting and drawing. FAITH HIDALGO Lettie was also a sports VERON fan. She loved cheering on the Saints and LSU’s baseball team, and also loved watching tennis. Most importantly though, Lettie was a woman who loved her faith, family, and friends. She was a true Southern Lady with a sweet na- ture who greeted every- one she met with a smile. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Those she leaves to March 10, 1941 – cherish her memory in- October 9, 2020 clude three children, Funeral services for Charles L. Chapron Jr., Faith Hidalgo Veron will Patricia C. Landreneau be held Friday, October and her husband Ned, 16, 2020, at Ibert’s Mor- and Henri Chapron; two tuary in Franklin during grandchildren, Mila L. a 1:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Granger and Patrick R. Word Service. Following Landreneau; three great the funeral service, Faith grandchildren, Reece will be laid to rest in the Landry, Ryan Granger Franklin Cemetery Mau- III, and Jaydon Landre- soleum. Father Joel neau; sister-in-law, Pa- Faulk will conduct the tricia “Pat” Arboneaux; services. A gathering of as well as numerous family and friends will be nieces, nephews, extend- held at Ibert’s from 10:00 ed family, and friends. a.m. until time of service, She was preceded in with the Holy Rosary be- death by her husband, ing prayed at 11:00 a.m. Charles Leroy Chapron Faith was born in Sr.; her parents, Howard Franklin on March 10, Arboneaux Sr. and Cecile 1941 and passed away Hidalgo Arboneaux; her peacefully at the age of sisters, Cecile “C.D.” Ar- 79 in the evening hours boneaux Martin and her of Friday, October 9, husband S.J. and Evelyn 2020, at her home in La- Arboneaux Guillotte and fayette, where she has her husband Leroy J. resided for the past 24 “Sweet” Guillotte Sr.; and years. She was the her brothers, Howard youngest of three chil- “Bobby” Arboneaux Jr. dren born to the late Ro- and his wife Betty and land Hidalgo Sr. and the Warren “Jip” Arboneaux. late Bettye Watkins Hi- Family and friends dalgo. may view the obituary Those she leaves to online by visiting www. cherish her memory in- iberts.com and are en- clude her husband of 58 couraged to share their years, Lynn L. Veron; two condolences, cherished children, Staci V. Lenox memories, love, and sup- and her husband Jeff port for the family. and Scott Veron and his Arrangements have wife Emily; five grand- been entrusted to Ibert’s children, Lauren Vlosich Mortuary, Inc., 1007 and her husband Justin, Main Street, Franklin, Cole Veron, Jason Lenox LA 70538, (337) 828- and his wife Heather, 5426. and Evan, Alex, and An- drew LeBoeuf; two great ALEXIS MONIQUE grandchildren, Madison “MAMA CAKE” and Ava Lenox; one COSEY brother, Roland “Sonny” Alexis Monique “Mama Hidalgo Jr.; one sister,

Page 8, The Banner-Tribune, Franklin, La., Wednesday, October 14, 2020 LEGAL NOTICES Find your home's wind speed zone ST. MARY PARISH SHERIFF' OFFICE RINEHOLT By Claudette structive hurri- is preventable. some Louisiana contour lines on susceptible to LEGAL NOTICE Reichel cane season. Homes can amendments. the map and higher wind SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT LSU AgCenter While hurri- and do with- The IRC can be provide the ex- forces from un- PARISH OF ST. MARY 2020 has been canes are inevi- stand strong found online at act wind design obstructed STATE OF LOUISIANA an incredibly ac- table, some of hurricanes if www.iccsafe.org. speed for your winds. tive and de- the destruction they are de- An easy way location. — High winds Finance Service of Franklin, Inc. signed and rein- to find the cur- — There will put great forces Vs. No. 135002 Div “D” Jimmie L. Rineholt, Jr. - Deceased forced for the rent wind de- be a highlighted on a building, LEGAL NOTICES wind hazard sign speed and note if your lo- including shear TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure enterprise, and that ownership shall encompass speed of the ar- other hazard in- cation is in a loads that cause and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th active operation and control of the enterprise on ea. That is most formation for “wind-borne de- racking, oppos- Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. a continuing basis for the duration of the Project. effectively done your home ad- bris region” that ing lateral loads Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered The Chitimacha Tribe shall give preference to an Indian-Owned Economic Enterprise so long as in new construc- dress or city is a requires impact that push and and entitled suit, I have seized the following the bid by this enterprise does not exceed the tion, but exist- great new and protections for pull on opposite mentioned and described property, to wit: lowest bid submitted by more than five-percenting homes can free online windows and sides, and uplift (5%). Any Contractor claiming Indian Preference A. 1979 SKYL, HS, bearing VIN#01530870M, will be required to submit evidence satisfactory to still be strength- “Hazards by Lo- doors. on the roof. registered in the name of Jimmie Lee Rineholt, Jr the Chitimacha Tribe to qualify. ened, especially cation” search — The map Wind loads in- Any person with disabilities requiring special during resto- tool developed will also show crease around B. That certain tract or parcel of land, together accommodations must contact the Chitimacha ration after by the Applied the ground ele- corners. Struc- with all component parts thereon, lying and Tribe of Louisiana no later than seven (7) days prior to the bid opening. storm damage Technology vation above sea tural sheathing being situated in Section 46, T14S, R10E, or when remod- Council (ATC). level at the loca- and hurricane St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, and being known and designated as LOT 44 OF BLOCK “C” OF /s/ Melissa Darden eling. An example tion point. hardware con- Melissa Darden, Chairman IRISH BEND ESTATES, all as more fully shown In any case, search result for You can go on- nectors that Chitimacha Tribe of Louisiana by a plan of land prepared by Miller Engineers ADVERISE: September 30th, October 7th and knowing the Lake Charles, line to the LSU provide a con- & Associates, Inc., dated June 12, 1985 and October 14th “wind design Louisiana, AgCenter Flood tinuous load recorded in St. Mary Parish COB 23-L, File No. speed” for your shows the wind Map Portal at path from roof 211510. STATE LAND OFFICE 1537 NOP-ST MARY - SEALED BIDS location is im- strength design www.lsuagcen- to foundation portant to speci- speed for homes ter.com/flood- are used to re- This property bears municipal address 433 Easy NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION Street, Franklin, Louisiana 70538. STATE OF LOUISIANA fy the level of in Risk Catego- maps to find sist those loads. DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION protection and ry II is 131 mph. your home’s — The most to satisfy the sum of FIVE THOUSAND TWO STATE LAND OFFICE products that You can find Base Flood Ele- common loss HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE AND 00/100 P. O. BOX 44124, CAPITOL STATION will protect your your wind speed vation (BFE) ac- from hurricanes ($5,225.00) DOLLARS, with interest at a rate of BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70804 home in future zone on the Haz- cording to the is roof damage. 28.69% percent per annum from date of execution By virtue of and in conformity with the provisions hurricanes. ards by Location FEMA flood Properly in- until paid, and providing for 25% attorney’s fees of Louisiana Revised Statutes 41:1211, et seq., Wind loads website https:// map to compare stalled and costs and all costs of this proceedings as well sealed bids will be accepted on or before the 30th as all sheriff’s cost and commission. day of October, 2020, at eleven o’clock a.m., for and construc- hazards.atcoun- with the ground wind-rated roof- the sole purpose of constructing and maintaining tion standards cil.org/#/. elevation. It’s ing systems can as the property of Jimmie L. Rineholt, Jr. - a single habitable structure on the following developed by the — Enter your wise to elevate survive hurri- Deceased, under a writ of Order of Seizure described tract in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, American Soci- address and your home and cane-force and Sale, issued on the 21st day of July A.D., to-wit: ety of Civil En- click on the equipment 2 to winds. Specify a 2020, by the 16th Judicial District Court for the A certain tract of State owned (nonsevered) land gineers (ASCE) Wind box. That 3 feet higher rating that ex- Parish of St. Mary, in the matter entitled Finance identified as are referenced will produce a than the BFE ceeds your wind Service of Franklin, Inc. vs Jimmie L. Rineholt, Campsite Lot No. D-11, Sweet Bay Lake Jr. - Deceased, No. 135002 Div “D” of its docket, Houseboat Area D, and illustrated map and wind because flood in- design speed. to satisfy a claim of $5,225.00, interest and costs In front of Sec. 9, T17S, R12E, Louisiana in wind design design speeds surance premi- Shingles rated this 17th day of August A.D., 2020. Meridian maps in build- for various cate- ums are lower as Class H or All bids must be forwarded by United States Mail ing codes. gories. and many floods Class F are now All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s to the State Land Office, Post Office Box 44124, Louisiana — Scroll exceed the BFE readily avail- check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70804 or delivered to first adopted a through the level. able and meet said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and 1201 North Third Street, Suite G-223, and must statewide uni- dropdown bar Keep these the highest loan association or other such financial institutionbe accompanied by check or money order for full authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana amount of first year’s rental of not less than Six form residential on the left side tips in mind: wind design and full payment must be made on the date of Hundred Four and 00/100 - ($604.00) - Dollars building code to the ASCE — South Loui- code require- sale. Letter must state that money is available on per year for a term of ten (10) years. shortly after 7-10 list (appli- siana is in a ments. You can the date of sale. The word BID and the DATE the bid is to be Hurricane Ka- cable for the hurricane haz- find additional opened should be written on the outside of the trina, and the 2015 IRC adopt- ard zone. The important forti- I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, envelope containing your bid so that it will not be version now in ed by Louisiana) closer to the fied roof fea- according to law without appraisement to the last opened with the regular mail. effect for sin- and click Risk Gulf, the higher tures to specify and highest bidder, at the principal front door of The failure of the tenant to pay the rent punctually, the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of or before the date upon which said rental shall gle-family Category II — the wind risk. A at www.disas- Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 21st day fall due, shall ipso facto and without demand or homes is based the category for house in an un- tersafety.org. of October A.D., 2020, between the legal hours putting in default terminate and cancel said lease. upon the 2015 residential obstructed open — Broken commencing at 10 0’Clock A.M. THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS IS International structures. clearing or with- windows, doors Sheriff’s Office Parish of St. Mary, La. RESERVED. Residential — That will in 1,500 feet of and garage Cheston Hill Code (IRC), with add wind speed open water is doors can result Monday, the 17th day of August A.D., 2020 Public Land Administrator in internal loads State Land Office BLAISE W. SMITH, SHERIFF LEGAL NOTICES that amplify PUBLISH IN: St. Mary and Franklin Banner- wind forces and By: Torrie Chatman Tribune ST. MARY PARISH CLERK OF COURT increase the risk Deputy Sheriff ON: October 14, 21 & 28, 2020 ST. MARY PARISH PRECINCTS of structural NOTE: SUCCESSFUL BIDDER MUST PAY THE damage. If your Advertised in the Franklin Banner on September ADVERTISING CHARGES. home is in a 23, 2020 and October 14, 2020 NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY wind-borne de- CHITIMACHA TRIBE OF LOUISIANA LDEQ & CUMMINS INC. bris zone, invest ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS in either im- NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY SECTION 00 11 13 FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON PROPOSED pact-rated win- ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN dows, doors and Sealed bids will be received for the Festival THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF garage door, or Lane and Native Way Subdivision Additions on the Chitimacha Reservation project by the ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY add impact-rat- Chitimacha Tribe of Louisiana at the Chitimacha AND CUMMINS INC., SUCCESSOR-BY- ed external pro- Development Office, (3221 Chitimacha Trail; MERGER TO tections, such as Charenton, LA 70523) until 10:00 A.M. (local time) CUMMINS MID-SOUTH, L.L.C. certified hurri- on October 29, 2020, at which time and place, the The Louisiana Department of Environmental bids will be publicly opening and read aloud. Bids Quality and Cummins Inc., successor-by-merger cane shutters, received after the time set forth above for opening to Cummins Mid-South, L.L.C. (Respondent), impact screens of bids will not be considered and will be returned Agency Interest Numbers 9629, 23669, and and removable unopened. Bids shall be provided on the form(s) 154300, have entered into a proposed settlement panels. provided within the Project Manual. agreement, Settlement Tracking No. SA- More informa- MM-19-0026, concerning the State’s allegations The Contract Documents (Plans, Information tion about creat- of environmental violations by Respondent for Bidders, Bid Form, Specifications and other at its facility in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, ing a resilient, pertinent documents) may be examined at the high-perfor- following locations: which allegations are set forth in Consolidated Compliance Order & Notice of Potential mance home for • Miller Engineers & Associates, Inc. – Penalty, Enforcement No. AE-CN-15-00839, Gulf region cli- 601 Main Street; Franklin, Louisiana 70538 and other violations the Respondent requested mate and natu- • Chitimacha Development Office – 3221 the Department of Environmental Quality to ral hazards is Chitimacha Trail; Charenton, Louisiana 70523 include in the settlement and which are not in available at the the Consolidated Compliance Order & Notice of Copies of the bidding documents may be obtained Potential Penalty. LSU AgCenter from the office of Miller Engineers and Associates, The Department of Environmental Quality will LaHouse Re- Inc. upon receipt of $250.00 for each set during source Center normal business hours (7:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. accept comments on the proposed settlement for Monday – Thursday and 7:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. the next forty-five (45) days. The public is invited on the LSU Friday). Checks for Bidding Documents shall be and encouraged to submit written comments campus in Ba- made payable to “Miller Engineers & Associates, to the Louisiana Department of Environmental ton Rouge (cur- Inc.”. Deposits on the first set of documents Quality, Office of the Secretary, Legal Division, rently by ap- furnished bona fide prime bidders will be fully Post Office Box 4302, Baton Rouge Louisiana refunded upon return of the documents and 70821-4302, Attention: Jackie M. Marve, pointment only). deposits on any additional sets will be refunded Attorney. All comments will be considered by the Other sources less the actual cost of reproduction. Refunds will Department of Environmental Quality in reaching of Louisiana in- be made upon return of the documents unmarked a decision on whether to make the settlement formation are and in good condition if within ten days after receipt of bids. final. on the My There will be no pre-bid conference for this Terms and conditions of the proposed settlement House/My Home project. Bidders are responsible for making site agreement may be reviewed on the Department section of www. of Environmental Quality’s website at www. visitations in preparation of their bids. lsuagcenter. To qualify to bid, a bidder shall be a properly deq.louisiana.gov, by selecting About LDEQ, licensed Contractor in accordance with La. Enforcement, and Settlements. The document com/LaHouse R.S. 37:2150 – 2163 for the classification(s)may also be viewed at, and copies obtained and on www. of HIGHWAY, STREET & BRIDGE from, the Louisiana Department of Environmental youtube.com/ CONSTRUCTION or HEAVY CONSTRUCTION Quality, Public Records Center, Room 127, mylahouse. or related classification. Galvez Building, 602 North Fifth Street, Baton LaHouse is an Each bidder must deposit with his/her bid, Rouge, Louisiana 70802. To request a copy of the security in the amount, form and subject to educational proposed settlement, submit a completed Public the conditions provided in the Information for Record Request Form (DEQ Form ISD-0005-01). demonstration Bidders. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must house and out- appear as acceptable on the U.S. Department of The form and instructions for completion may Treasury Circular 570. be found on the DEQ Website at the following reach program A bidder may withdraw their bid within forty- address: http://deq.louisiana.gov/assets/docs/ of the LSU Ag- eight (48) hours of the bid opening, excluding General/PublicRecordsRequestForm.pdf, or by Center. Call Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays as calling the Customer Service Center at 1-866- 225-578-7913 to governed by La. R.S. 38:2214 (C). 896-5337. schedule your Any questions or clarifications shall be submitted Pursuant to La. R.S. 30:2050.7(D), the to the Project Engineer, Jules Darden, in writing a Department of Environmental Quality may hold a time to explore minimum of five (5) days prior to the bid opening public hearing regarding this proposed settlement its many fea- date. Addenda will be issued to all prospective when either of the following conditions are met: 1) tures, cut-away bidders a minimum of 48 hours prior to the bid opening date. Only information provided within a written request for public hearing has been filed reveals, exhib- written addenda issued by the Project Engineer by twenty-five (25) persons, by a governmental its, resource li- shall be considered binding. subdivision or agency, or by an association brary and free Preference in the award of this Project shall be having not less than twenty-five (25) members publications. given to Indian and Alaska Native contractors who reside in the parish in which the facility is (“Native Contractor”). Native Contractor or located; or 2) the secretary finds a significant Self-guided “Indian-Owned Economic Enterprise” means an degree of public interest in this settlement. touring is limit- Indian-owned commercial, industrial, or business For further information, you may call the ed to six people activity established or organized for the purpose Legal Division of the Louisiana Department of at a time during of profit, provided that such Indian ownership Environmental Quality at (225) 219-3985. shall constitute not less than 51 percent of the the pandemic. Advertised October 14, 2020 Advertised October 14, 2020

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Page 10, The Banner-Tribune, Franklin, La., Wednesday, October 14, 2020 Gov. Foster laid to rest Thurday in Franklin... From Page 7 creation of our system of he essentially formed the state Department of ish, that was a big grasp siana.” munity and Technical colleges, which contin- Louisiana Workers’ Com- Natural Resources secre- on our part.” The parish president College System, Foster ues to educate and skill pensation Corporation, tary, who, along with Foster’s contributions said there is pride in St. is the “Father of Louisi- Louisiana’s workforce. which Matte said offered Foster, formed the Atch- extend beyond politics. Mary Parish with Foster ana’s community and With each of the more competition in the work- afalaya Basin Program. St. Mary Parish Presi- having represented the technical colleges,” Loui- than 30,000 students ers’ compensation arena. “We still benefit from dent David Hanagriff area. siana Community and that graduate annually, “I think that was a some of the work that’s said Foster was a “re- “We’re all very proud Technical College Sys- the legacy of Governor pretty bold move on his been done through that spected businessman for of Mike Foster and what tem President Monty Foster grows.” part that really played particular program … many, many years” and he did for this area, not Sullivan said. Foster also was criti- out well for all of the mainly the improve- was a job creator in the only private sector but “He had a profound cal in workers’ compen- community, not just the ments out at Lake End private sector. also politically,” Han- impact on the people of sation as a senator, said one’s here in St. Mary Park, which we call the Hanagriff said that agriff said. “He was our state on many Tim Matte, who served but all over,” Matte said. parkway, and of course Foster is “one of the best someone that’s going to fronts,” Sullivan said in as Morgan City mayor Matte also noted the the golf course (The governor’s we’ve ever be remembered for a a news release. “One of during a portion of Fos- completion of the four- Atchafalaya at had in the state of Loui- long time.” his most impactful ac- ter’s administration. lane U.S. 90 and the hir- Idlewild),” Matte said. complishments was the Through legislation, ing of Jack Caldwell as “Here for St. Mary Par- Foster obiturary... From Page 1 Obituaries isiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation, lives on today and has saved Louisiana employers tens of mil- From Page 7 dren, step-great grand- terville during an 11:30 you please consider St. lions of dollars. and her husband John; children, nieces, neph- a.m. Mass of Christian Jude Children’s Research As Governor, Mike Foster brought honesty and in- step-son, Randy Hollier ews, extended family, and Burial. Following the Hospital, online at tegrity to state government. He restored fiscal sanity and his wife Barbara; sis- friends. Mass, he was laid to rest https:—www.stjude.org, by balancing budgets, running surpluses, ending the ter-in-law and brother-in- He was preceded in in the Franklin Ceme- by mail at 501 St. Jude repeated pattern of budgeting by crisis, and making law, Brenda and Junior death by one son, Lyn Mi- tery. Father Joel Faulk Place, Memphis, TN massive new investments in infrastructure and edu- Young; nine grandchil- chael Vining; his chil- was the Celebrant for the 38105, or by phone at cation, both K-12 and Higher Ed, to position Louisi- dren, Heath Jones, Kayla dren’s mother, Audree Mass and conduct the (800) 805-5856. ana more competitively for the future. Krell, Jonathan Vining, Lynn Fonteneau; his par- services. A gathering of Family and friends He called a special session early in his first year in Haley Masterson, Emily ents, Rev. Lawrence A. family and friends was may view the obituary office and successfully pushed the legislature to re- Vining, Jimmy Vining II, Vining and Leanore Ho- held in the church from online by visiting www. store balance to Louisiana’s legal system. He created Maxwell Vining, John Er- hensee Vining; and three 9:30 a.m. until time of iberts.com and are en- the Louisiana Workforce Commission and then per- ic Rentrop, and Erin R. siblings, Laverne V. Pen- service. Serving as pall- couraged to share their suaded legislators and voters to catch Louisiana up Albert; three step-grand- nison, Betty V. Olivier, bearers were Heath condolences, cherished with the rest of the country by creating the Louisiana children, Allen Hollier, and Gary Vining. Jones, John Eric Ren- memories, love, and sup- Community and Technical College System—which Katie Hollier, and Chris- Funeral services were trop, Allen Hollier, Jona- port for the family. has been Louisiana’s fastest growing workforce devel- tine Zaner; as well as nu- held Wednesday, October than Vining, Jimmy Vin- Arrangements have opment system ever since. He fought fraud, abuse, merous great grandchil- 14, 2020, at St. Joseph ing II, and Maxwell Vin- been entrusted to Ibert’s and runaway spending in the Medicaid program, en- Catholic Church in Cen- ing. Mortuary, Inc., 1007 suring money was available for the Children’s Health For those wishing to Main Street, Franklin, Insurance Program, and brought the Charity Hospi- make memorial contribu- La. 70538, (337) 828- tal system under the supervision of LSU Medical Delta... tions the family asks that 5426. School. Governor Foster paid down state debt more than From Page 1 any other Governor while investing hundreds of mil- lions of dollars into new university buildings and de- were without power across the state at 6 a.m. ferred maintenance and reimagining the entire state The utility said that it has added to its own work- government complex which rebuilt and revitalized force with more than 2,100 people as efforts to restore downtown Baton Rouge. power continue. He made restoring Louisiana’s coast a national is- While Delta landed as a Category 2 hurricane far sue as well as a statewide priority, passing constitu- west of St. Mary, near the community of Creole, the tional amendments that required new federal fund- effects of the storm were felt across the coast. ing dedicated to coastal restoration. The Advocate reported that 90,000 customers were In 2002 in a special session, he not only ensured without power in East Baton Rouge Parish on Satur- the Saints would stay in New Orleans, but that Loui- day morning. The paper said gusts of 55 mph were siana would secure an NBA franchise, while planting reported in Gonzales. the seeds for economic development successes to come Amateur radio operators on a Lafayette-based Sky- by modernizing the Quality Jobs Act, expanding the Warn network reported winds of over 90 mph as far film and video production incentives, and creating the east as Acadia Parish. research and development and technology commer- In St. Mary, the impact other than power outages cialization tax credits. He also guided $100 million in came from storm surge, especially in the northwest investments in biosciences and information technolo- portion of the parish near the coast. gy to build Louisiana’s capability in the industries of The St. Mary Parish Office described damage in the the future. parish as “minimal,” but road closures were reported. In K-12 education he passed teacher pay raises, There were no immediate reports of storm-related created charter schools, the LA-4 pre-K program and injuries. the school and district accountability framework that A storm surge of 7-11 feet was predicted for St. has led to dramatic increases in student academic Mary Parish. performance and high school graduation rates. To re- The Atchafalaya River at Morgan City, which at tain Louisiana’s most talented high school students, one time was forecast to reach 7.5 feet Friday night, he created the TOPS scholarship program that has made it only to 6.11 feet at 11 p.m., according to the provided scholarships to tens of thousands of stu- National Weather Service. The minor flood stage is 6 dents in the past two decades. feet. Governor Foster also spearheaded the building of By 10 a.m. Saturday, the river was back down to the renowned New Orleans Center for the Creative 4.25 feet. Arts, giving New Orleans the finest performing, visu- Lake Palourde reached 4.25 feet Friday night and al, literary, and culinary arts programs in any second- was at 4.12 feet at 10 a.m. Saturday. ary school in the nation. When he left office in 2004, Louisiana was in a dra- matically better place financially and the foundation MOVING FORWARD FOR GREATER HEALTHCARE had been laid for future success in all other areas of state government. He credited his success as a legis- lator and as Governor to his non-partisan approach, always putting Louisiana’s needs and priorities first. Prevention is the Governor Foster graduated from Louisiana State University in 1952 with a Bachelor of science in chemistry and he also managed, while in office, to Best Medicine complete his courses at the Southern University Law School and graduated with a juris doctorate in 2004. He was never happy with lawyers telling him he couldn’t accomplish his objectives in state govern- MAMMOGRAPHY IS THE SINGLE MOST EFFECTIVE method of ment because it “was against the law” and sought to screening for breast cancer. This simple test is a fast, non-invasive change those laws by further understanding how it type of breast imaging that uses a low-dose of x-rays to could best be done. examine the breast for abnormalities. Often times, a In 2003, Governor Foster was inducted into the mammogram plays a vital role in the detection of Louisiana Political Museum and Hall of Fame. breast cancer, sometimes showing changes in His curiosity and commitment to learning new breasts up to two years before patients or things that were practical always drove him. Always physicians can physically detect them. looking to learn a new craft, Governor Foster was also At Franklin Foundation Hospital, a certified welder, had fixed wing and helicopter pi- we believe in caring for the health lots’ licenses, loved riding his motorcycles, had a 20- and well-being of all women. This ton boat captain’s license, and completed EMT cours- October, in honor of Breast Cancer es. Pictured L-R: Stacey Spitale, Awareness Month, we would Above all, Governor Foster was a loving husband to RT(R)(M), RDMS; Doris Owens, like to add emphasis on the his wife, Alice, and father to his son, Murphy J. Fos- Radiology Secretary importance of breast health. ter, III (Diane) and daughter Ramelle Foster, and We encourage women to start sons Paul West (Lisette) and Troy West (Sandra). having mammograms at age 40, Governor Foster’s legacy includes nine grandchildren or younger, depending on family (Murphy J. Foster, IV, Clark Foster, John West, Jen- history, current symptoms, or nifer Harding, Michelle Eunice, Christopher West, other potential risk factors for Zachary West, Spencer West, and David West) and developing breast cancer. five great-grandchildren (Murphy J. Foster, V, Call Franklin Foundation Hospital at Charles Foster, Matthew West, Hudson West, and 337-828-0760 now to schedule your Graham West). mammogram appointment, and don’t He is also survived by his devoted employees, put off until tomorrow the preventive friends, and caregivers, Ann Cortez and Leslie Braud, measures you can take today! and his dear friend, confidant, and CPA, Randy Batt- aglio. He is preceded in death by his parents, Murphy FREE J. and Olive Robert Foster, and his brother, William gift bags will Prescott Foster. be provided We are a better people and a better state because for October Murphy J. “Mike” Foster, Jr. came our way. mammogram The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to Bever- appointments! ly Broussard and Heart of Hospice for their assis- tance and care. Private services were held at Oaklawn Manor on Wednesday, October 7 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a public military graveside service at 12:30 p.m. at Franklin Cemetery. Pallbearers were his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers were Randy Battaglio, Charlie Billodeau, Bernie Boudreaux, Leslie Braud, Dr. Tom Kramer, Donnie Stiel, and Dr. C. T. Stirling. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Mary’s Epis- 1097 Northwest Boulevard • Franklin, Louisiana 70538 copal Church in Franklin or the Coastal Conservation 337-828-0760 • FranklinFoundation.org Association of Louisiana (CCA) are appreciated. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mor- This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. tuary, Franklin, LA.