Longtime Overseer of Dredge Operations Retires

JOHN “AL”MISTROT, a construction representative with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ New Orleans District, who will be retiring in December after about 37 years of service, was honored for his work in the local community during the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District’s September meeting.  Mistrot, who has overseen dredge operations in the area…

Foret Appointed To Commission

The Morgan City Harbor and Terminal district welcomed Joey Foret of Amelia as its newest commissioner during their October meeting.  Foret, appointed by the St. Mary Council in September, will replace former commissioner Bill New. Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District President Raymond “Mac” Wade presents former commissioner William “Bill” New with a plaque recognizing…

New Resigns From Commission

New resigns from Port commission, cites potential conflicts The vice president of the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District resigned from the local port commission Tuesday, citing potential conflicts of interest due to his business affiliations.  Bill New submitted his resignation letter Tuesday morning.  The resignation was effectively immediately.  “As the Port moves deeper into…