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Demolition in Bayou La Batre
With demolition in Bayou La Batre beginning it will be interesting to see what will become of our quaint little
town with the history and culture of a true fishing village. Our ancestors came here at different eras to settle
with their families because of the abundant seafood and work made available to them during times of
nationwide depression and hardship. One was always able to support their family through hard work and
determination. Land in our beautiful area was not accessible to a limited few but to anyone willing to work
to obtain it; work that is of the common man.
The common man is a person that works to support their family, does not live beyond their means and
respects his or her neighbors' efforts in doing the same. The common man is not a greedy individual with
the ways and means to step in and acquire the lands of his neighbor going through hardships due to
natural disaster, etc. but assists his neighbor in efforts to restore his home and family with dignity and
respect. These are the actions of the common man which in fact makes him an extraordinary individual
and not common at all.
Will the beginning of the end as we know it promote growth in Bayou La Batre that includes its long time
residents considered as "the common man" or will it discard this person with his or her relative history and
culture, make efforts to restore their home, dignity and respect impossible to attain and bring in
development that excludes them as individuals but promotes the idea that their history was an integral part
to our area.
They say that change is good. I say that change is good when it is not imposed at the loss of someone
less fortunate than ourselves and when it is considered progression that benefits us all including "the
common man".
With demolition in Bayou La Batre beginning it will be interesting to see what will become of our quaint little
town with the history and culture of a true fishing village. Our ancestors came here at different eras to settle
with their families because of the abundant seafood and work made available to them during times of
nationwide depression and hardship. One was always able to support their family through hard work and
determination. Land in our beautiful area was not accessible to a limited few but to anyone willing to work
to obtain it; work that is of the common man.
The common man is a person that works to support their family, does not live beyond their means and
respects his or her neighbors' efforts in doing the same. The common man is not a greedy individual with
the ways and means to step in and acquire the lands of his neighbor going through hardships due to
natural disaster, etc. but assists his neighbor in efforts to restore his home and family with dignity and
respect. These are the actions of the common man which in fact makes him an extraordinary individual
and not common at all.
Will the beginning of the end as we know it promote growth in Bayou La Batre that includes its long time
residents considered as "the common man" or will it discard this person with his or her relative history and
culture, make efforts to restore their home, dignity and respect impossible to attain and bring in
development that excludes them as individuals but promotes the idea that their history was an integral part
to our area.
They say that change is good. I say that change is good when it is not imposed at the loss of someone
less fortunate than ourselves and when it is considered progression that benefits us all including "the
common man".
Do not forget from whence we came
Correspondence between a Disaster Relief Agency and A Concerned Coden Resident:
Agency: Maybe you should recommend that this family sign up for Long Term Recovery.
Response:
Thank you for your suggestion.... It's a funny saying that goes around our area about long term recovery....
It goes something like this.... "Isn't long term recovery where you go right before you die".
Don't be offended but "long term recovery" does not have merit in our area in the minds of most
residents. Their feeling is that if initial recovery efforts were not afforded, then most assuredly long term
recovery is a waste of time and effort. In the meanwhile, our homes are disintegrating in front of our very
eyes. Well, the lucky few that actually have homes left. I realize that long term recovery, along with other
recovery projects are your business, but we hope to do more than talk and plan about long term recovery
and just get to it and get some things done.
When it comes down to it... It's not about the planning and the good intentions, it's about getting on in
there and coming up with the materials and doing the work. Even if, it's the community that has to do the
work because truly we are all in this together and we are all tired of case managers with attached
paperwork that has already been filled out in previous months with varieties of charitable organizations
including your agency. The problem is that in order for the volunteer process to truly work you have to
first be a volunteer. Our definition of the word volunteer is "a non-paid individual who's heart's desire is to
provide some assistance in any manner to another person that is not able to obtain the assistance for
themselves". Our federal government in various ways has enabled your Agency to maintain onsite status
in assisting those in our community. I only have one question, are the salaries of those federally funded
"volunteer organizations" in our communities listed as disbursed funds received to the area? I am sure
you are not able to answer that question, it has been asked before. The question can not be answered by
a simple yes or no, but a detailed listing of the funds disbursed to the affected communities.
Again, thank you for your assistance in our area.
Agency: Maybe you should recommend that this family sign up for Long Term Recovery.
Response:
Thank you for your suggestion.... It's a funny saying that goes around our area about long term recovery....
It goes something like this.... "Isn't long term recovery where you go right before you die".
Don't be offended but "long term recovery" does not have merit in our area in the minds of most
residents. Their feeling is that if initial recovery efforts were not afforded, then most assuredly long term
recovery is a waste of time and effort. In the meanwhile, our homes are disintegrating in front of our very
eyes. Well, the lucky few that actually have homes left. I realize that long term recovery, along with other
recovery projects are your business, but we hope to do more than talk and plan about long term recovery
and just get to it and get some things done.
When it comes down to it... It's not about the planning and the good intentions, it's about getting on in
there and coming up with the materials and doing the work. Even if, it's the community that has to do the
work because truly we are all in this together and we are all tired of case managers with attached
paperwork that has already been filled out in previous months with varieties of charitable organizations
including your agency. The problem is that in order for the volunteer process to truly work you have to
first be a volunteer. Our definition of the word volunteer is "a non-paid individual who's heart's desire is to
provide some assistance in any manner to another person that is not able to obtain the assistance for
themselves". Our federal government in various ways has enabled your Agency to maintain onsite status
in assisting those in our community. I only have one question, are the salaries of those federally funded
"volunteer organizations" in our communities listed as disbursed funds received to the area? I am sure
you are not able to answer that question, it has been asked before. The question can not be answered by
a simple yes or no, but a detailed listing of the funds disbursed to the affected communities.
Again, thank you for your assistance in our area.
Fleet Blessing 1968
| Bayou La Batre wild fires first week of April 2007 |
Volunteer Agencies and Relief
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BAYOU LA BATRE DRUMS
Mobile County
Reference # 9000
During the cleanup of destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina, this site located in the woods
adjacent to Powell Avenue was discovered. The site consists of over 200 drums (empty, partially
full, and full) of materials used to dip and coat commercial fishing nets. In addition, there are
three dip tanks, a drip pad, and scaffold utilized to dip the nets. The person running the operation
is at this time unknown. ADEM is corresponding with the
owner of the site to address site problems. This site will probably be referred to the US EPA
Emergency Response and Removal Branch since the size of the site is larger than can be
managed under the AHSCF. A meeting at this site with EPA Superfund staff is scheduled for the
second week in January 2007.
Mobile County
Reference # 9000
During the cleanup of destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina, this site located in the woods
adjacent to Powell Avenue was discovered. The site consists of over 200 drums (empty, partially
full, and full) of materials used to dip and coat commercial fishing nets. In addition, there are
three dip tanks, a drip pad, and scaffold utilized to dip the nets. The person running the operation
is at this time unknown. ADEM is corresponding with the
owner of the site to address site problems. This site will probably be referred to the US EPA
Emergency Response and Removal Branch since the size of the site is larger than can be
managed under the AHSCF. A meeting at this site with EPA Superfund staff is scheduled for the
second week in January 2007.
Alabama Hazardous Substance
Cleanup Fund 2006 Annual Report
Cleanup Fund 2006 Annual Report
And Counting - Do you think they lose
any sleep over their actions? With no
penalty enforcement from our
controlling agencies.. I doubt they do.
any sleep over their actions? With no
penalty enforcement from our
controlling agencies.. I doubt they do.
Meet John Doe - John is a volunteer who has
come to the Bayou area to assist those in
need. John was assaulted last week and
went to place an assault charge against the
perpetrator. When standing in front of the
Magistrate, John was told he would not be
allowed to file a complaint against his
assailant without providing the assailant's
date of birth and social security number.
Where did that crazy rule come from? And,
what's the chances of having that info on
hand. Probably the same chance as having
the person responsible for the act take
responsibility for his actions. Thanks BLB for
your efforts in keeping derelicts out on the
street!
come to the Bayou area to assist those in
need. John was assaulted last week and
went to place an assault charge against the
perpetrator. When standing in front of the
Magistrate, John was told he would not be
allowed to file a complaint against his
assailant without providing the assailant's
date of birth and social security number.
Where did that crazy rule come from? And,
what's the chances of having that info on
hand. Probably the same chance as having
the person responsible for the act take
responsibility for his actions. Thanks BLB for
your efforts in keeping derelicts out on the
street!
Sometimes it's hard to hold in a
laugh when you hear how the story
is told from the other side. But this
is the way the real story happened..
laugh when you hear how the story
is told from the other side. But this
is the way the real story happened..
| It's All In Who Tell's It |
Point 3
Proposed Site for New BLB WWTP
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Proposed Site for New BLB WWTP
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Next BLB City Council Meeting in March
Please keep in mind that attendance at the Bayou La Batre work sessions and Council
Meetings are invaluable. Stay tuned for the highlights!
Please keep in mind that attendance at the Bayou La Batre work sessions and Council
Meetings are invaluable. Stay tuned for the highlights!
Other highlights of the meeting:
There is now a resolution adopted by the city to keep the likes of free speech in
place, so if you bring your secret or not so secret voice recorder to a work session
or council meeting please be sure to sign in on their attendance sheet and state
your intentions. For those of you questioning the reason behind this ludicrous
resolution just remember that all things in life are questionable.
There is now a resolution adopted by the city to keep the likes of free speech in
place, so if you bring your secret or not so secret voice recorder to a work session
or council meeting please be sure to sign in on their attendance sheet and state
your intentions. For those of you questioning the reason behind this ludicrous
resolution just remember that all things in life are questionable.
There was one complaint raised at the BLB Council Meeting
that does need addressing. Turn down that ice machine in the
middle of town it's keeping me awake!
Guess you had to be there
that does need addressing. Turn down that ice machine in the
middle of town it's keeping me awake!
Guess you had to be there
After careful consideration and little chit chat - No surprises in the appointment of
Debbie Downey to the vacated seat on the BLB City Council.
Debbie Downey to the vacated seat on the BLB City Council.
The determining factor in her appointment was her
experience and devotion to the city.
experience and devotion to the city.
BLB Councilwoman Appointment
*************
I see the City Council appointed Debbi Downey to Mr. Gazziers seat
on the council .
It will be interesting to see if Ms. Downey will just be another "yes"
vote for the Mayor or will she have her own opinion and do the
"right" thing or the "Wright" thing . Only time will tell.
Anonymous Bayou La Batre Resident
Lightning Point, located at the mouth of the bayou has
long been designated as a sittin' spot for watching
stars, having long conversations or just enjoying a
beautiful view of the gulf while feeling the breeze
coming in off the water. Many many years ago, this
property was purchased by a family by the name of
Parrish. Mr. Parrish wanted to settle here in retirement
mode and enjoy the rest of his years surrounded by
the serenity of nature. Mr. Parrish owned most of the
scenic wetland area in and around San Souci.
Mr. Parrish was unfortunately plagued by local politics
trying to condemn his land for public use. In some
instances, the local municipality succeeded in
condemning Parrish property in utilizing eminent
domain procedures acquiring land for what has been
the largest environmental setback in our area. The
Bayou La Batre Waste Water Treatment Plant has for
decades failed to comply with environmental
regulations and has continuously done it's share in
impairing the waters of Portersville Bay.
So not only did BLB condemn Mr. Parrish's property to
use as they saw fit but also annexed it into the
corporate limits. Now, for those of you who are
inspired to ask why, quite simply, all land south and
east of Cain Street all the way down to the mouth of
the bayou use to be in Coden. At some point greedy
individuals saw the opportunity for "progression" at the
cost of local land owners to acquire property that was
not rightfully theirs through condemnation proceedings.
Mr. Parrish fought for his rights to enjoy the property
he acquired for his retirement for many years. It is with
great sadness to know that he most probably did not
receive a moment's rest from the vultures who would
undermine his status as land owner.
With that said...
At some point, I think we have all had a peaceful
moment at Lightning Point.
Our thanks to your memory Mr. Parrish and to your
descendants for allowing us this gracious gift. We
never stop to think that these serene sites were at
another's expense.
long been designated as a sittin' spot for watching
stars, having long conversations or just enjoying a
beautiful view of the gulf while feeling the breeze
coming in off the water. Many many years ago, this
property was purchased by a family by the name of
Parrish. Mr. Parrish wanted to settle here in retirement
mode and enjoy the rest of his years surrounded by
the serenity of nature. Mr. Parrish owned most of the
scenic wetland area in and around San Souci.
Mr. Parrish was unfortunately plagued by local politics
trying to condemn his land for public use. In some
instances, the local municipality succeeded in
condemning Parrish property in utilizing eminent
domain procedures acquiring land for what has been
the largest environmental setback in our area. The
Bayou La Batre Waste Water Treatment Plant has for
decades failed to comply with environmental
regulations and has continuously done it's share in
impairing the waters of Portersville Bay.
So not only did BLB condemn Mr. Parrish's property to
use as they saw fit but also annexed it into the
corporate limits. Now, for those of you who are
inspired to ask why, quite simply, all land south and
east of Cain Street all the way down to the mouth of
the bayou use to be in Coden. At some point greedy
individuals saw the opportunity for "progression" at the
cost of local land owners to acquire property that was
not rightfully theirs through condemnation proceedings.
Mr. Parrish fought for his rights to enjoy the property
he acquired for his retirement for many years. It is with
great sadness to know that he most probably did not
receive a moment's rest from the vultures who would
undermine his status as land owner.
With that said...
At some point, I think we have all had a peaceful
moment at Lightning Point.
Our thanks to your memory Mr. Parrish and to your
descendants for allowing us this gracious gift. We
never stop to think that these serene sites were at
another's expense.
A Family Named "Parrish"
| A Special Thanks to BLB City Workers for putting up with all sorts of folk in their day to day line of duty! Even the Mayor needs a paycheck otherwise he would be Superintendent of the Utility Board out of the kindness of his heart. Probably a good thing he doesn't punch the clock. |
Little River Road
Birding Trail Update
Birding Trail Update
Looks like equipment has shown up at
the Little River Road Birding Site to dig
up the mess that the Mayor admitted to
having buried after Katrina?
In the middle of the night, ingenious
thoughts come to mind. As with the
Mayor's ordinance creating fines and
enforcement actions against parents who
cannot control their children at school,
then so should the federal government
create sanctions and levies against
municipalities that cannot control the
businesses and/or individuals within its
jurisdiction who tend to destroy the
environment without regard. Such a
great concept. I must hand it to the
Mayor.
Hold out on some of that federal money
coming the way of BLB for development
and maybe the Mayor and City Council
will become more intolerant of violators
living within their area.
the Little River Road Birding Site to dig
up the mess that the Mayor admitted to
having buried after Katrina?
In the middle of the night, ingenious
thoughts come to mind. As with the
Mayor's ordinance creating fines and
enforcement actions against parents who
cannot control their children at school,
then so should the federal government
create sanctions and levies against
municipalities that cannot control the
businesses and/or individuals within its
jurisdiction who tend to destroy the
environment without regard. Such a
great concept. I must hand it to the
Mayor.
Hold out on some of that federal money
coming the way of BLB for development
and maybe the Mayor and City Council
will become more intolerant of violators
living within their area.
Heads Up
For those who acquired land after Hurricane Katrina in the City of
Bayou La Batre, the city will not be using federal funds to demolish
and remove your debris. The abatement board will be getting
together in the near future to decide who will be receiving notices to
deal with debris or removal of condemned homes or buildings on
their property. If for some reason you cannot dispose of the
building or debris within a timely fashion as designated by the city,
BLB will be happy to do it for you at a cost or lien against your
property.
For those who acquired land after Hurricane Katrina in the City of
Bayou La Batre, the city will not be using federal funds to demolish
and remove your debris. The abatement board will be getting
together in the near future to decide who will be receiving notices to
deal with debris or removal of condemned homes or buildings on
their property. If for some reason you cannot dispose of the
building or debris within a timely fashion as designated by the city,
BLB will be happy to do it for you at a cost or lien against your
property.
| Heard that Councilman Barnes would be participating in a local benefit for the American Cancer Society bringing out his true hee-haw nature. The event will take place at St. Vincent's School auditorium in Theodore on Sunday, April 29th at 4:00 pm |
Admission
10.00 donation for Adults
5:00 donation for Children
10.00 donation for Adults
5:00 donation for Children
| What came first, the bucket or the waste? |
| Meet John McLain John read about Bayou La Batre in the Christian Scientist magazine and decided to come on down to capture the scenic view from the bend on Little River Road. A special welcome to you John and also a heartfelt thank you for donating your painting to auction at Rodney's for benefit proceeds. |
| Where are the seafood containers from the other area handlers? |
| Make a Difference Stand up for what's right Even if no one's standing next to you. |
Councilman Barnes was spotted on a
roof along side a local resident and
fireman putting out some of the wind
blown fires originating from the
massive wildfire in the bayou area.
That must have been the reason we did
not see him on the local news
commenting about the detrimental
situation. Funny I did not even see the
Mayor. Wonder where he was. Good to
see Councilman Barnes did not fall off
and hurt himself. Thanks for getting on
in there and giving a much needed hand.
roof along side a local resident and
fireman putting out some of the wind
blown fires originating from the
massive wildfire in the bayou area.
That must have been the reason we did
not see him on the local news
commenting about the detrimental
situation. Funny I did not even see the
Mayor. Wonder where he was. Good to
see Councilman Barnes did not fall off
and hurt himself. Thanks for getting on
in there and giving a much needed hand.
| A Special Thanks to ALL Municipal and Volunteer Fire Departments and the Alabama Forestry Commission who have worked to control and extinguish the wildfires raging for the last few days. We appreciate all your efforts. |
On a different note, genuine concerns
for the Councilman's health and safety
go alongside rumors that he may run
for County Commissioner. It wouldn't
look good for him to start out a
campaign with a broken hip. Worse
yet, the city would have to procure him
a beeper that sounded if he had 'fallen
and couldn't get up'..
for the Councilman's health and safety
go alongside rumors that he may run
for County Commissioner. It wouldn't
look good for him to start out a
campaign with a broken hip. Worse
yet, the city would have to procure him
a beeper that sounded if he had 'fallen
and couldn't get up'..
Respect Portersville Bay
Some residents' menu
comes from here..
Some residents' menu
comes from here..
Week end March 31, 07
| Archives March 12 - 24 2007 |
| Environmental Update Point1 - Downey Street debris collection site << being removed Point 2 - Spoil Area - Little River Road - Birding Trail << Waste being removed Point 3 - Spoil Area - Railroad Street - Proposed Site for new WWTP << Some trash and debris have been picked up from side of road adjacent to site but plans are still in motion to place a sewer plant in this ecological sensitive area. Why are we so adamant on destroying our most valuable asset? Point 4 - Powell Avenue - Net Dipping Site << Site currently being cleaned |
| It wasn't that long ago we all shared the same thing. Coming home to enjoy the serenity of what was ours. Keep the faith my friends, those days are not forgotten. |
| I would stand beside... A friend A loved one A neighbor An old person A child A worthy cause… Never doubt, I will stand against you until the end for any of these.. |
| April - May Archives |
| To the left is a photo of the current day Bayou La Batre bridge. To the right is a painting of BLB's previous drawbridge by one of the area's distinguished local artists Ms. Verna Bryant. This painting and print plus many more can be purchased at The Lighthouse Restaurant located on Padgett Switch Road |
It's who we are at the end of the day that makes us truly unique...
| May the forces of nature be kind to us this shrimping season... |
| Support our local seafood industry! Help to restore our waters! |
Thank you to the BLB resident for sharing
this City of Bayou La Batre shrimp boat
photo. This vessel's original name was
the Rita Marlene and the boat was
donated by Mr. Oliver Clark.
this City of Bayou La Batre shrimp boat
photo. This vessel's original name was
the Rita Marlene and the boat was
donated by Mr. Oliver Clark.
| YAHWEH Ministries Assistance for the Coden and Bayou area through love and hard work! |
| Thank you for coming! |
Yahweh Ministries
Robert Besson, (251) 490-7839
www.yahwehministries.net
Robert Besson, (251) 490-7839
www.yahwehministries.net
| Say NO to Imported Shrimp. Buy fresh shrimp caught in the Gulf of Mexico. Our local economy is depending on you! |
| Opening of Shrimp Season 2007 - Bayou La Batre |
| June Archives |
Councilman Barnes, Marsha,
Donna and Clara all from City
Hall lend their support to this
worthwhile group.
Donna and Clara all from City
Hall lend their support to this
worthwhile group.
Coden Garden Scenery -
Submitted by a San Souci
resident.
Submitted by a San Souci
resident.
A boat ride
along the bayou
enjoying our
local
environment.
Thanks for the
photos Mike and
Tyler. Bayou
photos were
taken
July 20th 2007.
along the bayou
enjoying our
local
environment.
Thanks for the
photos Mike and
Tyler. Bayou
photos were
taken
July 20th 2007.
It's Been Awhile..
But I think We're On Our Way to Getting
Back to Business
But I think We're On Our Way to Getting
Back to Business
The Caribbean Clipper
The Caribbean Clipper made
news after Hurricane Katrina
when it, along with other service
vessels were stranded aground
after the storm. After many
months, some Bush/Clinton funds
for assistance with boat removal
and a lot of man hours, the
Caribbean Clipper was seen
loading it's decks with cargo on
Friday the 20th of July. Cargo
activity and boat fabrication have
increased in the bayou area over
recent months providing a sense
of stability and hope for a better
economic future for the town's
residents and the surrounding
Coden community.
news after Hurricane Katrina
when it, along with other service
vessels were stranded aground
after the storm. After many
months, some Bush/Clinton funds
for assistance with boat removal
and a lot of man hours, the
Caribbean Clipper was seen
loading it's decks with cargo on
Friday the 20th of July. Cargo
activity and boat fabrication have
increased in the bayou area over
recent months providing a sense
of stability and hope for a better
economic future for the town's
residents and the surrounding
Coden community.
| July Archives |
Dauphin Island Mayor - Coden Community
Leaders together for some Fall Festivities
During the celebration of Dauphin Island's Fall Festival on
October 20, 2007, Douglas O. Cagle, PE, Vice-President of
MoBay Storage Hub presented much appreciated donations to
both the Dauphin Island School and Coden Community
Association. As a good neighbor, MoBay is committed to the
communities of South Mobile County, Alabama Big smiles are
had by community leaders thanks to the generosity of MoBay
Storage Hub.
Coden Community Association
Receives Donation from MoBay
Douglas O. Cagle, P.E., Vice President of
MoBay Storage Hub presents a generous
donation from MoBay Storage Hub to
Charles "Bear" Johnson in behalf of Coden
Community Association. As a good neighbor
in Coden, MoBay Storage Hub realized the
struggles of its neighbors in Coden in the
aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Always
supportive of the continued works of the
Coden Community Association, MoBay
Storage Hub is committed to aiding residents
and organizations as well as providing jobs
for the area and revenue to the various
municipalities therein. MoBay also provided
funds to the Dauphin Island School in order
to enhance educational opportunities for
local children.
From left to right representing the Coden Community Association,
Emanuel "Doody" Peters, Henrietta DeWitt, Windsor C. "Bear" Johnson,
Douglas O. Cagle, PE, Vice-President, MoBay Storage Hub, Barbara
Holley Reid, Rhonda Stewart and Edwina Bates.
Emanuel "Doody" Peters, Henrietta DeWitt, Windsor C. "Bear" Johnson,
Douglas O. Cagle, PE, Vice-President, MoBay Storage Hub, Barbara
Holley Reid, Rhonda Stewart and Edwina Bates.
Meet Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Cagle. As you have
read Mr. Cagle is VP of MoBay Storage Hub.
In our dealings with Mr. Cagle we have
harassed him about MoBay and the
environment, the area communities and the
benefits of MoBay in our area. He has
sought to befriend all of the local
communities, offering assistance when
needed and foremost is honest to a degree
of gruffness. MoBay serves some of the
largest US industries yet their leaders are
like the neighbors you enjoy a good cookout
with. We appreciate your genuine demeanor
and generosity. WAR EAGLE
~The Administrator
MOBAY Storage Hub Taking part in our Communities |
MoBay Storage Hub presenting a 1,000 check to the Dauphin Island Elementary School for playground equipment during their Fall Festival. |
Dauphin Island Fall Festival held October 20, 2007 |
| October 07 Archives |
| Thanks to Everyone For Your Input! With the Presidential elections coming up and all eyes and ears on national personalities, it is important to stay focused on all current elective governing bodies. Our short-run mock election poll for the city of Bayou La Batre has brought to the forefront the importance of our democratic system at the local level. Some votes were submitted after the cutoff time and even though those votes would have changed the percentage allocation they would not have altered the final outcome. We look forward to performing another mock election poll the month of June when we will have a better ideal of who may be running for the upcoming BLB Mayor's race. Those of you that missed the deadline hold onto that vote for June! |
| D. Downey, Councilwoman |
| H. Owens, Citizen |
| H. Barnes, Councilman |
| R. Lyons, Business Owner |
| S. Wright, Mayor |
| Area Meeting Coden Community House Hwy 188 Thursday March 6 6:00 pm |
Approximate location of proposed site is less than 1 mile from
existing substandard plant.
existing substandard plant.
Below is the current site designated for spoil
that is dredged from Bayou Coden. The spoil
site drains into ditches that currently empty
back into Portersville Bay which is pictured at
the end of the street in the photo below directly
in front of the spoil drain. This is the area in
which the City of Bayou La Batre wants to build
their new treatment plant. How can we justify
such an environmental risk when we can't even
clean up the mess that is already there.
that is dredged from Bayou Coden. The spoil
site drains into ditches that currently empty
back into Portersville Bay which is pictured at
the end of the street in the photo below directly
in front of the spoil drain. This is the area in
which the City of Bayou La Batre wants to build
their new treatment plant. How can we justify
such an environmental risk when we can't even
clean up the mess that is already there.
| ALL Interested Citizens and Area Residents WELCOME |
If we were afforded the opportunity to base our decisions for the future on failures or progress of the past, would
we take it? If history truly repeats itself and in one moment we could clearly identify and transform our future to a
better one, would we do it?
Would we, could we, should we - have the fortitude to change destiny?
Bayou La Batre has for decades made bad decisions based on good intentions. When will we look back as a
community and decide enough is enough and make our voices heard regarding crucial matters that will forever
impact the environmental and economic development of our area as a whole.
The issue of a new waste water treatment plant has been raised before; before we knew what harm building a
substandard facility would cause and before we knew that our waters in Portersville bay would end up on a
national list of impaired waterways. In the forthcoming weeks, bayou-coden-info.com will bring you the history as
it unfolded regarding the Bayou La Batre waste water treatment plant in an effort to bring to your attention what
we may have done wrong, so that we may not venture down that same avenue again, to promote awareness and
to recapture the environment that we once cherished and relied upon for both our economic and social
development.
we take it? If history truly repeats itself and in one moment we could clearly identify and transform our future to a
better one, would we do it?
Would we, could we, should we - have the fortitude to change destiny?
Bayou La Batre has for decades made bad decisions based on good intentions. When will we look back as a
community and decide enough is enough and make our voices heard regarding crucial matters that will forever
impact the environmental and economic development of our area as a whole.
The issue of a new waste water treatment plant has been raised before; before we knew what harm building a
substandard facility would cause and before we knew that our waters in Portersville bay would end up on a
national list of impaired waterways. In the forthcoming weeks, bayou-coden-info.com will bring you the history as
it unfolded regarding the Bayou La Batre waste water treatment plant in an effort to bring to your attention what
we may have done wrong, so that we may not venture down that same avenue again, to promote awareness and
to recapture the environment that we once cherished and relied upon for both our economic and social
development.
| Speak Out Against Who's Harming Our Environment It's our DUTY to protect it! |
| Help Stop The Madness! If you would like to support our cause in compelling the City of Bayou La Batre to relocate the WWTP away from Portersville Bay coastline please contact us. We Need Your Support! |
| Looks like it may be time for a Change Even though these faces have not formally notified this website of their intent to run for Mayor of BLB, our poll has indicated that a change is in our future and it is now that our area's residents take the time to remember to VOTE! |
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