OF THE. Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux, THAT, the Council approve the minutes of the Regula Session held on 9/12/01.

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1 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH COUNCIL IN REGULAR SESSION OCTOBER 10, 2001 The Chairman, Mr. Ray B. Boudreaux, Jr., called the meeting to order at 6:11 p.m. in the Terrebonne Paris Meeting Room. Following the Invocation, led by Minute Clerk V. Whitney, the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Cou P. Labat. Upon roll call, Council Members recorded as present were: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Th R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breaux, and H. Lapeyre. A quorum was declared present. Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux, THAT, the Council approve the minutes of the Regula Session held on 9/12/01. The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breau Lapeyre. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. D. Henry, THAT, the Council approve the minutes of the Specia Session held on 9/24/01. The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breau Lapeyre.

2 WHEREAS, exhibits and judging at said fairs contribute much to the fabric of life in this community by en those who participate, especially young people, to make every effort to excel in the skills in which they have c themselves, and WHEREAS, livestock and agriculture fairs are designed to be enjoyed by people from every walk of life and, organizers strong feelings sponsoring wholesome, drug-free events, are a wonderful event for all members of the ent and WHEREAS, rodeos are truly an American sport, having evolved from the everyday life of working cowboys in Civil War era of the great cattle drives, and WHEREAS, the men and women who contribute their time, money and skills are our friends and neighbor deserving of our support, and WHEREAS, the 2001 Terrebonne Livestock Show/Agriculture Fair & Rodeo is the 55 th annual event coordina Terrebonne Fair and Livestock Association. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Parish Preside entire Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that October 15 20, 2001, be hereby proclaimed Livestock Show/Ag Fair & Rodeo Week in Houma-Terrebonne and that all citizens be urged and encouraged to participate in this worthwhile event. THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, Jr., C. Duplantis, J.B. Breau Lapeyre. The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 10 th day of October, The Chairman recognized Ms. Kathy Byes, Publicity Director of the Terrebonne Livestock & Agriculture Org who presented the Council and Parish President with a plaque for their time and effort in upgrading the facilities at t Fairground and Arena on the Airbase. Ms. Byes invited everyone to attend the fair and rodeo on October 19 and fairground. Ms. Byes acknowledged past and present contestants in the Rodeo Queen s contest. SECONDED: Mr. H. Lapeyre. Unanimously. RESOLUTION NO

3 YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, Jr., C. Duplantis, J.B. Breau Lapeyre. The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, the 10 th day of October, Mr. J. B. Breaux moved, seconded by Mr. W. Thibodeaux, THAT, the Council deviate from tonight s agenda a proclamation for Lights on After School Day in Houma-Terrebonne. The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. J. B. Breaux. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breaux, and H. Lap ABSENT: D. Henry. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. SECONDED: Mr. C. Voisin. Unanimously. RESOLUTION NO WHEREAS; the citizens of Terrebonne Parish stand committed to quality afterschool programs because they: Stimulate children s imaginations and enrich our students lives; Provide a safe, friendly learning environment for our kids that boosts their academic achievement; Support working families by ensuring that their children are safe and productive after the regular school day end Encourage families to become more effective partners in their children s education; Build stronger communities by involving our students, parents, business leaders and adult volunteers in the li young people; and

4 *Mr. W. Thibodeaux offered a substitute motion, seconded by Mr. A. Tillman, THAT, the Council continue hearing on proposed Redistricting Plan 6B until October 24, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. and that a public hearing be called for o 2002 Reapportionment Plan presented on October 24, 2001 at 6:30 p.m.; and that a public hearing also be called for October 24, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. Mr. J. B. Breaux moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, THAT, it now being 6:30 p.m., the Council open public he The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. J. B. Breaux. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breau Lapeyre. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized Mr. Kevin Belanger, South Central Planning, who presented and explained the re plan 6B and a new plan which combines 6B and 8, for consideration of adoption by the Terrebonne Parish Council. Upon questioning by Councilman C. Voisin, Mr. Belanger stated that the new plan being presented is a merg proposed plans 6B and 8 and is closer to the plan the Terrebonne Parish School Board is considering. Mr. Belanger the School Board adopted Plan 8 with minor changes to the plan, but they did not identify those specific changes. Mr further stated that he feels that the new plan being presented has the least impact to the majority of members of both th and the School Board. Chairman R. Boudreaux acknowledged that Terrebonne Parish School Board President Johnny Pizzolatto, Sch Member L. P. Bordelon, and former City Alderman Peter Bourgeois were present in the audience. Upon questioning by Chairman R. Boudreaux, Parish Attorney C. McNabb stated that if the new plan is to be c for adoption by the Council, it may not be covered by the public hearing process by the introduction of Plan 6B. Ms suggested that the public hearing process for the new plan be introduced again. Upon questioning by Councilwoman C. Duplantis, Mr. Belanger explained the modifications to Plans 6B and 8 up the new 2002 Reapportionment Plan being presented. A discussion ensued relative to the plans being considered by the Terrebonne Parish Council for Reapportionment Plan for Terrebonne Parish. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux, THAT, the Council continue the public hearing on Redistricting Plan 6B until October 24, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. and that a public hearing be called for on the n Reapportionment Plan presented on October 24, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. *(SUBSTITUTE MOTION OFFERED BUT FA ORIGINAL MOTION VOTED ON AND PASSES)

5 YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breau Lapeyre. A. Proposed redistricting plan(s) being considered for adoption by the Terrebonne Parish Council. The Chairman recognized Mr. Phil Schexnayder, 412 Back Project Road, Schriever, who requested that any Council chooses to adopt as its 2002 Redistricting Plan not separate the Schriever community into three separat Districts. The Chairman recognized Mr. Norris Naquin, 1421 Bayou Blue Road, who expressed his opposition to Redistricting Plan 6B because it replaces the west side of Bayou Blue and East Side of Coteau from District 5 to Distr Naquin expressed his support for the new 2002 Reapportionment Plan because it does not do this. The Chairman recognized Ms. Sharon Bergeron, Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce President, who exp Chambers suggestion that the Terrebonne Parish Council and Terrebonne Parish School Board adopt the same redistri for Terrebonne Parish. The Chairman recognized Mr. Johnny Pizzolatto, Terrebonne Parish School Board President, who expressed h that the public would like to see the Terrebonne Parish Council and Terrebonne Parish School Board adopt one redistric The Chairman recognized Mr. Oswald Stoufflet, 203 St. Agnes Dr., who expressed his support for the Terrebon Council and Terrebonne Parish School Board adopting one redistricting plan. The Chairman recognized Mr. Reggie Bourg, 6605 Shrimpers Row, who expressed his support for the Reapportionment Plan being considered by the Terrebonne Parish Council. The Chairman recognized Ms. Sybil Guidry, 118 Mike St., who suggested that the public be presented with mor plan to view for the Redistricting Plan for Terrebonne Parish. The Chairman recognized Mr. Peter Bourgeois, Jr., 501 Buena Vista Blvd., who expressed his support for the T Parish Council and Terrebonne Parish School Board adopting one Redistricting Plan for Terrebonne Parish. There were no further comments from the public on the proposed redistricting plan(s) being considered for ad the Terrebonne Parish Council. Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, THAT, the Council continue the public hearing on propose Redistricting Plan for the Terrebonne Parish Council until October 24, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. *(MOTION VOTED ON DISCUSSION.) Council Clerk P. Labat stated that the public will be able to view the proposed Redistricting Plans at all branc public libraries, the Courthouse lobby, the Council office, and the South Central Planning and Development Commissio Councilman C. Voisin instructed Council Clerk P. Labat to have the proposed maps sent to the Recreation G Grand Caillou area because this community is currently without a library. *The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry.

6 YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breaux, and H. Lapeyre. The Chairman recognized Mr. Peter Bourgeois, Jr., 501 Buena Vista Blvd., Library Board Member, who exp concerns relative to whether or not burial plots will be allowed right up to the future Library to be constructed n Southdown Cemetery. There were no further comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. H. Lapeyre, THAT, the Council close the aforementioned publi *(PUBLIC HEARING REOPENED AFTER DISCUSSION.) The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breau Lapeyre. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. Councilman A. Tillman expressed his concerns relative to the idea that the new library next to Southdown C being encroached upon by the burial plots that are located in the cemetery. Mr. Tillman stated that the Cemetery treated with respect. He stated that he does not support declaring Southdown Cemetery a public cemetery. Upon questioning by Councilman W. Thibodeaux, Parish Attorney C. McNabb stated that the proposed ordin obligate TPCG to maintain Southdown Cemetery and to identify what spaces are available. She stated that, in her op cemetery has already acquired the nature of a public cemetery by use prior to Councilman H. Lapeyre suggested that the proposed ordinance be amended to require that all future burials in S Cemetery be restricted to the original Southdown Cemetery boundaries and that a 50-foot strip be established between and the cemetery for reasons of beautification and landscaping. Upon questioning by Chairman R. Boudreaux, Parish Attorney C. McNabb stated that if the proposed ord amended and is different from the map that is attached, it would be a substantial change and would require calling a public hearing. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, THAT, the Council reopen the public hearing on the ordinance that will declare Southdown Cemetery a public cemetery. The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre.

7 SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. Mr. J.B. Breaux. ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE CREATING ARTICLE XVI OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH CODE TO DECLARE SOUT CEMETERY A PUBLIC CEMETERY AND TO PROVIDE FOR RELATED MATTERS. WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is the title holder of the property containing the a as Southdown Cemetery, and WHEREAS, the land containing the Southdown Cemetery has by custom and use achieved public dedication for purposes, and WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government pursuant to the authority of Louisiana Revise 8:101 and 8:102, desires to formally declare the Southdown Cemetery a public cemetery. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebon Consolidated Government, that: SECTION I Article XVI of the Terrebonne Parish Code is hereby created to read as follows: ARTICLE XVI. Public Cemeteries. Sec Southdown Cemetery created. A. Southdown Cemetery is established as a public cemetery for Terrebonne Parish. B. The property comprising Southdown Cemetery is described as follows: A certain tract of land located in Section 102, T17S-R17E, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, as shown on a ma SURVEY MAP SHOWING BOUNDARY REVISION OF CEMETERY ON A TRACT OF LAND BELON TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOLIDATED GOVERNMENT LOCATED IN SECTION 102, T1 TERREBONNE PARISH, LOUISIANA, prepared by T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc., Civil Engineers, dated A 2001 and recorded under Entry No of the records of Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, more fully de follows: COMMENCING at the intersection of the east right-of-way line of Civic center Drive and the southwes corner of the United States Department of Agriculture, thence along the south property line of the Uni Department of Agriculture N E, for a distance of feet to a Brass Cap; THENCE, N E, a distance of feet to the point of beginning; THENCE, N E, a distance of feet to a point; THENCE S E, a distance of feet to a point; THENCE S E, a distance of feet to a point; THENCE, S W, a distance of feet to a point;

8 The Chairman declared the ordinance adopted on this, the 10 th day of October, A discussion ensued relative to what TPCG s intent is by declaring Southdown Cemetery as a public cemetery. date. Chairman R. Boudreaux suggested that the debate regarding the Southdown Cemetery be discussed in committe The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: C. A proposed ordinance that will amend the 2001 Budget to provide additional funds for the Group Insurance Claims Retained Earnings. There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. J. B. Breaux moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public he The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. J. B. Breaux. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, A. Tillman, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breaux, and H. Lapeyre. ABSENT: D. Henry and W. Thibodeaux. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. SECONDED BY: Mr. J.B. Breaux. Mr. C. Voisin and Ms. C. Duplantis. ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE 2001 ADOPTED BUDGET OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOL GOVERNMENT SO AS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR THE GROUP INSURANCE CLAIMS AND RETAINED EARNINGS. SECTION I WHEREAS, the Parish is self-funded for a major portion of group insurance and prescription claims, and

9 THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, Jr., C. Duplantis, J.B. Breaux and H. L ABSENT: D. Henry. The Chairman declared the ordinance adopted on this, the 10 th day of October, The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: D. A proposed ordinance that will amend the 2001 Budget to incorporate actual funding received in the year 2001 f contracts/programs. There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. P. Rhodes moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public hearing The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. P. Rhodes. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breaux, and H. Lap ABSENT: D. Henry. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. SECONDED BY: Mr. P. Rhodes. Mr. C. Voisin. ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE 2001 ADOPTED BUDGET OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOL GOVERNMENT SO AS TO INCORPORATE ACTUAL FUNDING RECEIVED IN THE YEAR 2001 FOR V CONTRACTS/PROGRAMS. SECTION I

10 The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: WHEREAS, there exists a contract between the Louisiana Housing Finance Agency and the Terrebon Consolidated Government to provide funding under the LHFA Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Progr period of September 1, 2001 through September 30, 2002, and WHEREAS, to incorporate LHFA Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) funding into the 2001 Paris NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebon Consolidated Government, that the 2001 Adopted Budget of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government be am follows so as to provide for the actual funding for the above stated contract from the State of Louisiana: FUND 350 DEPT. OF HEALTH/HOSPITAL ENERGY Energy $43, Terrebonne Parish Government $32, SLECA $11, South Coast Gas $2, Housing Authority $1, TANSLA $1, CSBG Programs $8, LHFA TANF <$100,728.00> SECTION III If any word, clause, phrase, section or other portion of this ordinance shall be declared null, void, invalid, unconstitutional, the remaining words, clauses, phrases, sections and other portions of this ordinance shall remain in full effect, the provisions of this ordinance hereby being declared to be severable. SECTION IV This ordinance shall become effective upon approval by the Parish President or as otherwise provided in Sectio 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: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, Jr., C. Duplantis, J.B. Breaux and H. L ABSENT: D. Henry. The Chairman declared the ordinance adopted on this, the 10 th day of October, 2001.

11 FUND 206 LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SECTION I WHEREAS, the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government has entered into an agreement with the State of Department of Social Services to provide homeless assistance to women and children for the period of July 1, 2001 thr 20, 2003, and WHEREAS, a master requirement is that the activity be equal to the amount of the award of $87, NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebon Consolidated Government, that the 2001 Adopted Budget of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government be am follows so as to acknowledge the actual funding from the State of Louisiana for homeless assistance: FUND 234 TERREBONNE HOMELESS SHELTER Salaries Allocated $ Fringes Allocated $ Office Supplies <$250.00> General Liability Insurance <$7.00> Legal Fees <$1,174.00> Other Fees $1, Salaries Allocated <$5,683.00> Fringes Allocated <$1,124.00> Office Supplies $ Operating Supplies $ Utilities $1, Communications Equipment $ Office Equipment Contract $ Other Contracts & Leases $ General Liability Insurance $ Physical Plant Insurance $ Legal Fees <$665.00> Audit Fees $ Other Fees $8, Tenant Supplies <$200.00> Classified Ads $ Travel & Training <$100.00> Building Repairs $ OSC-ESG State Allocation <$3,845.00> SECTION II WHEREAS, to incorporate remaining funds from the FY 1999 LLEBG Award into the 2001 Budget. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Co Government, that the 2001 Adopted Budget of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government be amended as follow acknowledge the actual funding from the State of Louisiana to help local law enforcement:

12 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Terrebon Consolidated Government, that the 2001 Adopted Budget of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government be am ABSENT: D. Henry. The Chairman declared the ordinance adopted on this, the 10 th day of October, The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: F. A proposed ordinance that will amend the 2001 Budget to reflect the actual entitlement approved by HUD for Development Loans. There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Ms. C. Duplantis moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, THAT, the Council close the aforementioned public heari The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Ms. C. Duplantis. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breaux, and H. Lap ABSENT: D. Henry. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. SECONDED BY: Mr. C. Voisin. Mr. P. Rhodes and Ms. C. Duplantis. ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE 2001 ADOPTED BUDGET OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH CONSOL GOVERNMENT SO AS TO REFLECT THE ACTUAL ENTITLEMENT AMOUNT APPROVED BY HUD. SECTION I WHEREAS, the Annual Action Plan for the year 2001 has been approved by U.S. Department of Housing a Development, and WHEREAS, the CDBG Program Income funds are used to stimulate the economy in designated target areas wit focus on job creation for low income households.

13 ARTICLE IV: OPERATION OF VEHICLES The Chairman declared the ordinance adopted on this, the 10 th day of October, The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: G. A proposed ordinance that will create a 3-Way Stop at the intersection of Roussell and Academy Streets. There were no comments from the public on the aforementioned ordinance. Mr. A.Tillman moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux, THAT, the Council close the proposed public hearing. The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. A. Tillman. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breaux, and H. Lap ABSENT: D. Henry. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. SECONDED BY: Mr. A. Tillman. Mr. J.B. Breaux. ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE PARISH CODE OF TERREBONNE PARISH BY ADDING TO CHAPTER 18 VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, ARTICLE IV: OPERATION OF VEHICLES, DIVISION 3: AND TO ADD A SECTION THE SAID ARTICLE TO BE DESIGNATED AS SECTION (D) TO ESTABLISH A 3-WAY STOP INTERSECTION OF ROUSSELL STREET AND ACADEMY STREET; TO PROVIDE FOR THE INSTALLA SAID SIGNS; TO AUTHORIZE PARISH ADMINISTRATION TO REMOVE SAID SIGNS IF SAID AC DETERMINED INEFFECTIVE IN THE INTERIM; AND TO PROVIDE FOR OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE THER SECTION I BE IT ORDAINED, by the Terrebonne Parish Council, in regular session convened and on behalf of the T Parish Consolidated Government, that the Parish Code of Terrebonne Parish be amended by adding to Chapter 1 Vehicles and Traffic: Article IV: Operation of Vehicles, Division 3: City, and by adding to said Article a sec designated as Section (d): To establish a 3-Way Stop at the intersection of Roussell Street and Academy follows: CHAPTER 18: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC

14 YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, Jr., C. Duplantis, J.B. Brea Lapeyre. The Chairman declared the ordinance adopted on this, the 10 th day of October, The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: H. A proposed ordinance that will authorize the removal of 51 parking meters and all parking meters from Ha Parking spaces in the Central Business District. There were no comments from the public on the aforementioned ordinance. Mr. H. Lapeyre moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, THAT, the Council close the proposed public hearing. The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. H. Lapeyre. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breau Lapeyre. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. SECONDED BY: Mr. H. Lapeyre. Mr. C. Voisin. ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PARISH CODE OF TERREBONNE PARISH, CHAPTER 18, SECTION 1 REMOVE FIFTY-ONE (51) PARKING METERS AND ALL METERS FROM HANDICAP PARKING SPACES CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT. SECTION I

15 The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. D. Henry. *On the North side, (2) two, 2-hour meters Gabasse Street (Between Main Street and Belanger Street) *On the West side, (8) eight, 1-hour meters SECTION II If any word, clause, phrase, section or other portion of this ordinance shall be declared null, void, invalid, unconstitutional, the remaining words, clauses, phrases, sections and other portions of this ordinance shall remain in full effect, the provisions of this ordinance hereby being declared to be severable. SECTION III Any ordinance or part thereof in conflict herewith is hereby repealed. SECTION IV This ordinance shall become effective upon approval by the Parish President or as otherwise provided in Sectio 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: C. Voisin, D. Henry, A. Tillman, R. Boudreaux, Jr., C. Duplantis and H. Lapeyre. NAYS: P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux and J.B. Breaux. The Chairman declared the ordinance adopted on this, the 10 th day of October, The Chairman recognized the public for comments on the following: I. The proposed 2002 Operations and Maintenance Budget, and the Five-Year Capital Outlay Budget of the Terrebon Consolidated Government. There were no comments from the public on the proposed ordinance. Mr. D. Henry moved, seconded by Mr. J. B. Breaux, THAT, the continue the public hearing on the proposed that will adopt the proposed 2002 Operations and Maintenance Budget, and the Five-Year Capital Outlay Budg Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government until 10/24/01.

16 SECTION 3. Redemption Provisions. The Certificates shall not be callable for redemption prior to th The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The following resolution was offered by Daniel D. Henry and seconded by Clayton J. Voisin: RESOLUTION NO A resolution authorizing the advertising for sealed bids for the purchase of Eight Million Eight Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars ($8,865,000) of Limited Tax Certificates of Indebtedness, Series 2001, of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish Council of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana (the "Counci as the governing authority of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana (the Parish or Issuer ), meeting in legal a session, that: SECTION 1. Advertisement for Sale. The Chairman of the Parish Council of the Parish of Terrebonn Louisiana (the Council ), acting as the governing authority of the Parish of Terrebonne, State of Louisiana (the "Issuer"), is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to advertise for sealed bids for the purchase of Eight Mil Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars ($8,865,000) of Limited Tax Certificates of Indebtedness, Series 2001 (the "Cer of the Issuer. The Certificates will be issued under the authority conferred by Section of Title 39 of the Louisian Statutes of 1950, as amended (R.S. 39:742.2), and other constitutional and statutory authority, for the purpose of prov maintaining solid and liquid waste collection and disposal facilities and services for said Parish and purchasing the nece and equipment therefor, all as set out in the proposition approved by the voters on October 18, 1997, and paying th issuance thereof. The Certificates shall be secured by and payable from an irrevocable pledge and dedication of the f derived by the Issuer from the levy and collection of a special tax of eleven and forty-nine hundredths (11.49) mills being subject to adjustment from time to time due to reassessment) which the Issuer is authorized to impose and colle year through the year 2007 pursuant to an election held on October 18, Said special tax has been authorized to be all the property subject to taxation within the corporate boundaries of the Issuer pursuant to said election held on O SECTION 2. Basic Terms of Certificates. The Certificates will be in fully registered form, will December 1, 2001, will be in the denomination of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) each, or any integral multiple thereo single maturity, and will bear interest from date thereof, or the most recent interest payment date to which interest has or duly provided for, at a rate or rates not exceeding five and one-half per centum (5-1/2%) per annum on any Certific interest payment period, said interest to be payable on March 1, 2002, and semiannually thereafter on March 1 and Se of each year. The Certificates will be numbered from R-1 upwards and will mature serially on March 1 of each year a to-wit: YEAR PRINCIPAL 2002 $600, ,210, ,275, ,340, ,405, ,480, ,555,000

17 Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Ms. C. Duplantis, THAT, the Council refer the matter of fees that are individuals called to be witnesses for City Court to the appropriate committee for evaluation and that the Judge be notifi matter to be discussed. YEAS: Clayton J. Voisin, Peter Rhodes, Daniel D. Henry, Alvin Tillman, Wayne Thibodeaux, Ray B. Boudreaux Christa Duplantis, J.B. Breaux and Harold Lapeyre. NAYS: ABSENT: NONE. NONE. And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 10th day of October, The Chairman recognized Mr. Jerry Osborne, TPCG Bond Attorney, who stated that he provided the Coun maturity schedule for the aforementioned bonds and the present interest rates. Chairman R. Boudreaux stated that agenda item 2A (District Attorney addressing the Council relative to the Terrebonne Parish Drug Court) was being deferred. Council Clerk P. Labat stated that Mr. Lanny Soudelier, who was listed on the agenda to address the Council the Downtown Festival, had to leave but he wanted to remind everyone of the dunking tank at the Downtown Fe weekend. Chairman R. Boudreaux stated that agenda item 2C (Mr. Troy Voisin wishing to address the Council to reques Fish & Wildlife Service to hold a public hearing on the proposed Freshwater Diversion Project) was pulled at Mr request. The Chairman recognized Mr. Mark Olivier, 210 Swan Avenue, who stated that he had a problem with the grass cut at the new Wal-Mart site on Grand Caillou Road, but one of the residents took it upon themselves to cut the g Olivier also expressed his concerns relative to Grand Caillou Road needing to be cleaned because of the sand from the construction. Chairman R. Boudreaux requested Administration to look into the situation Mr. Mark Olivier brought up. The Chairman recognized Mrs. Marlene Champagne, 6775 Grand Caillou Rd., wife of a TPCG bridge te expressed her concerns relative to a proposal to cut the hours that her husband works because they cannot afford it finan Parish President R. Bergeron stated that his concern for the bridge tenders is the amount of hours they work with He stated he is currently reviewing the hours they work and working for a better rate of pay. Councilman C. Voisin informed Mrs. Champagne that Administration is currently looking into making the brid positions for TPCG better positions, with not so many hours. The Chairman recognized Mr. Craig Luke, 112 Georgi Girl Drive, who expressed his concerns relative to the mi that are paid for individuals called to be witnesses for City Court.

18 presented information regarding the drainage in the Bayou Black/Gibson area. He requested the Council s support in the Corps of Engineers to re-dredge from Minor s Canal to Terrebonne Parish. Mr. W. Thibodeaux moved, seconded by Mr. C. Voisin, THAT, the Council accept the information present James A. Crochet, Jr., regarding the drainage in the Bayou Black/Gibson area and that the matter be reviewed in the a committee. The Chairman called for a vote on the motion offered by Mr. W. Thibodeaux. YEAS: C. Voisin, P. Rhodes, D. Henry, A. Tillman, W. Thibodeaux, R. Boudreaux, C. Duplantis, J. B. Breau Lapeyre. The Chairman declared the motion adopted. The Chairman recognized Mr. Reggie Bourg, 6685 Shrimpers Row, who presented the Council with an alte prepared in opposition to the Morganza to the Gulf Project. Mr. Bourg requested that a time frame be established for Engineer to answer the questions he had raised regarding the project be set. Mr. Bourg requested that the Parish a question of why the Parish was fined $25, in violation of a permit for a pipeline that transfers treated sewerage f Terrebonne to the Houma Navigational Canal. Mr. Bourg also expressed his concerns for other members of the pu allowed to address the Council longer than five minutes and when he addresses the Council, he is only allowed five min Several Council Members and the Parish President expressed their concerns for Mr. Reggie Bourg preparing a that states Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico Study and misleading voters of the Parish that this is the project being pr be funded by a sales tax that will be voted on in the near future. Councilman C. Voisin requested the Parish Attorney to review the matter of the misleading informat disseminated by Mr. Reggie Bourg in regards to the proposed Morganza to the Gulf Project. A discussion ensued relative to the Chairman of the Council s discretion to allow a speaker from the public mor minutes to address the Council. The Chairman stated that the Policy, Procedure & Legal Committee meeting that was scheduled for 10/8/01 cancelled; therefore no action was necessary on this item. The Chairman called for a report on the Budget & Finance Committee meeting held on 10/8/01, wher Committee Chairman, noting that ratification of the minutes calls a public hearing on 10/24/01, rendered the following: BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE OCTOBER 8, 2001

19 ABSENT: J.B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre and A. Tillman. THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: R. Boudreaux, Jr., C. Duplantis, D. Henry, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, and C. Voisin. ABSENT: J.B. Breaux, H. Lapeyre and A. Tillman. The Vice-Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, this 8 th day of October, SECONDED BY: Ms. C. Duplantis. Mr. C. Voisin. RESOLUTION NO WHEREAS, prices were obtained through the Louisiana State Commodity Catalog by the Terrebonne Parish Co Government for the purpose of purchasing one (1) new One Ton Pick-Up Truck (2002 Ford F350, Regular Ca #F30/610A) for the Drainage Department under State Contract #404516, and WHEREAS, after careful review by the Parish Administration it has been determined that the total price of T Thousand, Five Hundred Fifty-six Dollars and Twenty Cents ($31,556.20) from Terrebonne Motor Company for the p one (1) new One Ton Pick-Up Truck (2002 Ford F350, Regular Cab, Model #F30/610A) should be accepted as per Contract Vehicle Catalog and the under provisions set forth in the Louisiana Revised Statutes Title 39:1710, and WHEREAS, the Parish Finance Department has verified that funds are budgeted and available in the 2001 Number for the purchase of the aforementioned vehicle, and WHEREAS, the Parish Administration has recommended the acceptance of the price for the aforementione purchase at a total cost of Thirty One Thousand, Five Hundred Fifty-six Dollars and Twenty Cents ($31,556.20) attached State Purchasing Contract Catalog. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Budget and Finance Committee), of the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that the recommendation of the Parish Administration be approve the purchase of the vehicle be accepted as per the attached forms. THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: R. Boudreaux, Jr., C. Duplantis, D. Henry, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, and C. Voisin.

20 The Vice-Chairman recognized Parish President Robert Bergeron who stated that Administration is checking t employees who received performance appraisals and merit increases were warranted. Upon additional questioning, Mr requested that the Parish Manager provide him with a list of those employees who have not received at least a 10% pa over the last year and a half. ABSENT: J.B. Breaux. The Vice-Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, this 8 th day of October, The Vice-Chairman recognized Comptroller Jamie Elfert who said that the minimum established value for th items will be the minimum acceptable amount for bids received, if there are no higher bids. The Vice-Chairman announced that the resolution authorizing the advertisement for sealed bids for the pu $8,865, for limited Tax Certificates of indebtedness for the purpose of providing and maintaining sold and liq collection has been presented for informational purposes only, and official action is scheduled for Wednesday s Council Upon questioning, Parish Manager Al Levron stated that the aforementioned resolution is a result of a presentation for the Solid Waste Division which was made several weeks ago. Mr. Levron continued that as a res division s capital requirements and the current financial status of the division, the financing must be evened over a time or funding for the division would deplete quickly. Mr. Levron noted that a portion of the $11,000, ad va would be used to finance $8,000, of bonds that would allow an even flow of funding. Mr. Levron added tha some shortages in the solid waste fund which will be addressed during another meeting. The Vice-Chairman recognized Comptroller Jamie Elfert who stated that the aforementioned assessment would the financial status of the department and would stretch the cash flow over a longer period of time. (NO ACTION TAK The Vice-Chairman announced that Item No. 7 (Funding proposal for Capital Area Legal Services Corporation postponed as per the request of Mr. James Wayne, Sr., Executive Director for Capital Area Legal Services. The Vice-Chairman recognized Committee Member W. Thibodeaux who voiced his concern relative to the pro across the board cost of living increase and a 3% merit increase for all Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government e not having a financial impact for System B non-exempt employees. Upon questioning, Human Resources & Risk Management Director Margie Scott explained that those emplo received an evaluation of satisfactory or above have received merit increases and the amounts of the merits have bee varying amounts. Mrs. Scott noted that there are several departments that have not completed all of their employee pe appraisals and there have been constant reminders to request that the appraisals are completed. Upon additional questio Scott stated that approximately 40% of the Parish s employees have received merit increases. Committee Member W. Thibodeaux requested that Administration review the salaries of non-exempt employee Level 51 up to 60 and exempt employees at a Grade Level 8 or 9 as it relates to the proposed 2% cost of living increa 3% merit increase. Discussion ensued relative to increasing the salaries of those employees who have not received salary in performance appraisals. Committee Member H. Lapeyre requested that Administration re-evaluate decreasing the hours of current bridge

21 The Vice-Chairman recognized Fleet Manager John Daigle who explained that the maintenance schedule and p Upon questioning relative to the Risk Management/Insurance Funds, Human Resources & Risk Managemen Margie Scott stated that insurance supervisors have been actively emphasizing safety procedures and training, and there has been a decline in the number of workman s compensation claims submitted, loss time, and accidents. (NO TAKEN) The Vice-Chairman recognized Human Resources & Risk Management Director Margie Scott who stated employee has a job description, although the descriptions may not be up to date and the Waters Consulting Group requested to provide a refresher course to review the job descriptions. Mrs. Scott noted that supervisors are receiving training and that there are about 1100 Parish employees including all part-time employees. (NO ACTION TAKEN) The Vice-Chairman recognized Parish Manager Al Levron who highlighted that the proposed 2002 Budge $450, in rental income from the Government Tower building and additional positions will be added for Government Tower. Upon questioning, Mechanical Maintenance Superintendent Julian Coulon stated that his responsibility does n the Government Tower; however, he is responsible for the maintenance of all other government buildings. Mr. Coulon contractors are called in if manpower is unable to handle the repairs, but 80% of the repairs are done in-house. Upon questioning, Government Tower Manager David Drury stated that he is currently working alone and han the building repairs at the Government Tower. Mr. Drury stated that there are service agreements for the maintena elevators and other mechanical systems. Upon questioning, Mr. Levron stated that the Administration does not intend to terminate employees once the tr the Government Tower Building begins. Parish President Robert stated that he would like to use the current Administrative building as an indoor green s due to the building being an historical landmark. Discussion ensued relative to downtown parking. (NO ACTION TAKEN) The Vice-Chairman recognized Comptroller Jamie Elfert who explained that there were two employees who included in the Janitorial Department s proposed budget; however, through attrition, the department will have eighteen e and will eliminate one part-time position. Upon questioning, Parish President Robert Bergeron stated that the Government Tower Building will have janitorial services; however, the existing janitorial employees will be offered other job opportunities within t Government. (NO ACTION TAKEN) The Vice-Chairman recognized Transit Administrator Wendell Voisin who stated that the transit system successful; there is an increase in the number of passengers, and better efficiency along the routes. Upon questioning, M noted that Administration has begun to study extending the transit service to include Saturdays, and the north route t State University is working well. Mr. Voisin noted that the transit office is awaiting vehicles to begin expansion of system to the rural area. The Vice-Chairman recognized Comptroller Jamie Elfert who explained that the Urban Grant for the FTA has with $830, being anticipated for the year (NO ACTION TAKEN)

22 The Vice-Chairman declared the motion adopted and the meeting was adjourned at 8:53 p.m. The Vice-Chairman recognized Parish Manager Al Levron who stated that the proposed Drainage Budget contai capital items, an additional Gradall Crew, and a Right-of Way Research employee. The Vice-Chairman recognized Public Works Superintendent Perry Blanchard who informed the committee of g training personnel to handle equipment in the Public Works Department. (NO ACTION TAKEN) The Vice- Chairman recognized Parish Engineer Robert Jones who stated that the Engineering Division has exp decrease in staff personnel, in the last ten years, although there has been a minimal increase over the last year. (NO TAKEN) The Vice-Chairman recognized Parish Manager Al Levron who stated that the Parish Government has a one-yea with Mosquito Control for mosquito abatement services. Discussion ensued relative to potential user fees for mosquito control services in the long term. (NO ACTION TA The Vice-Chairman recognized Comptroller Jamie Elfert who informed the committee of new construction pr funding that have been included in the proposed 2002 Budget for the Criminal Justice Complex, District 1 improvements, Bayou Gardens water control gates, Saadi Street improvement, Bayou Black hydrologic study, Jean E culverts, Lower Bayouside Drive drainage improvements, Texas Gulf Road drainage, Ward 7 drainage improvem Barataria sewerage manhole repair, the Juvenile Detention Center gymnasium, Hayes Street sidewalk, Animal Shelter p design work, East Park French Market, Downtown Boardwalk, West Park/Hollywood Road turning lanes, St. Louis Ca Shrimpers Row road improvements, Louisiana Highway 24 at Presque Isle turning lanes, and the Williams Avenue Brid Construction. Mrs. Elfert noted that Administration is recommending using bond proceeds to fund the landfill clo allocate $500, for operation and maintenance of sewerage services. Committee Member R. Boudreaux was recorded as exiting the proceeding at 8:45 p. m. Upon questioning, Parish Engineer Robert Jones stated that once the Bayou Black hydrologic study is comp project should not take long to complete, and noted that the study will include the entire Chacahoula/Bayou Black basin Upon questioning, Mrs. Elfert stated that the Barataria Manhole Sewerage Cover Project is a proposed projec Gray Forced Main Project has been completed. (NO ACTION TAKEN) Mr. C. Voisin moved, seconded by Miss C. Duplantis, THAT, there being no further business to come before t & Finance Committee, the meeting be adjourned. The Vice-Chairman called for the vote on the motion offered by Mr. C. Voisin. YEAS: C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. ABSENT: R. Boudreaux and J. B. Breaux.

23 The Chairman announced that Item No. 2 (Awarding the bid for the purchase of two new excavators for the So Division to M & L Industries, Inc.) has been withdrawn. The Chairman, Alvin Tillman, called the Public Services Committee meeting to order 5:35 p. m. in the Terrebon Council Meeting Room with the Invocation led by W. Thibodeaux and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Miss C. Duplan roll call, Committee Members recorded as present were: R. Boudreaux, J. B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. L Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Tillman, and C. Voisin. A quorum was declared present. SECONDED BY: Mr. R. Boudreaux, Jr. Mr. C. Voisin. RESOLUTION NO A resolution awarding Bid No. 01-SEW-19, Highland Drive Sewage Pump Station Rehabilitation, to Calongne, In amount of One Hundred Ninety-five Thousand, Three hundred Forty and 00/100 Dollars ($195,340.00). WHEREAS, bids were received on September 20, 2001 for the project known as Highland Drive Sewage Pum Rehabilitation, Bid No. 01-SEW-19, and WHEREAS, T. Baker Smith & Son, Inc., the Project Engineer, has reviewed the bids received and recommends Calongne, Inc. as the lowest responsive bid, and WHEREAS, based upon these supporting recommendations, the Utilities Department recommends the award o 01-SEW-19, Highland Drive Sewage Pump Station Rehabilitation, to Calongne, Inc., in the amount of One Hundred N Thousand, Three Hundred Forty and 00/100 Dollars ($195,340.00). NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on be Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, that Bid No. 01-SEW-19, Highland Drive Sewage Pump Station Rehabili and is hereby awarded to Calongne, Inc., in the amount of One Hundred Ninety-five Thousand, Three Hundred Forty a Dollars ($195,340.00); and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Parish President and all other appropriate parties be, and they a authorized to execute any and all contract documents associated therewith. THERE WAS RECORDED: YEAS: R. Boudreaux, Jr., J.B. Breaux, C. Duplantis, D. Henry, H. Lapeyre, P. Rhodes, W. Thibodeaux, A. Ti C. Voisin. The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, this 9 th day of October, 2001.

24 WHEREAS, TARC shall provide vehicles and drivers for the transportation services without charge up to a c NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Terrebonne Parish Council (Public Services Committee), on be Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, concurs with the recommendation of the Parish Administration and do introduce an ordinance which will authorize the Parish President, Robert J. Bergeron, to enter into an Act of Don Terrebonne Land Partnership for and in consideration of promoting the aesthetic quality of the area and to provide the the Parish of Terrebonne a public park on property described in Exhibit A (Proposed Act of Donation) and that a publ on said matter be scheduled on October 24, 2001 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. Ti C. Voisin. The Chairman declared the resolution adopted on this, this 9 th day of October, SECONDED BY: Mr. J.B. Breaux. Mr. P. Rhodes. RESOLUTION NO WHEREAS, TARC provides services for the physically and mentally handicapped persons; and WHEREAS, TPCG provides recreational services and activities for citizens of Terrebonne Parish, including pro the mentally handicapped under the designation of Special Olympics; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of both parties that they enter into a cooperative endeavor to promote recr the physically and mentally handicapped; and WHEREAS, TPCG, through the Special Olympics program shall provide and promote recreational activities a for the mentally disabled. TARC shall provide transportation, including drivers, to transport participants in the Special to practices and to games, tournaments and contests, both in parish and out of parish; and WHEREAS, TPCG shall provide to TARC a written notice of each event and practice and the name and addre participant who will require transportation to TARC at least two weeks prior to the event or practice for which transp needed; and WHEREAS, TARC shall have no obligation to provide transportation to participants whose names and address provided at least two weeks in advance; and WHEREAS, This agreement shall be for a term of one year; and