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Council awards rehab contract for Coblorn project; members debate drydocking barge and bridge repair timing
Summary
The council accepted a low bid of $826,291.87 for the Coblorn's Bridal Rehab project, prompting an extended exchange about whether the associated barge should be drydocked now or later; staff said drydocking estimates were much higher and prioritized immediate electrical and structural needs.
The Lafourche Parish Council accepted a low bid from Sage Construction LLC for $826,291.87 for the Coblorn's Bridal Rehab rehabilitation project and authorized the parish president to sign and administer contract documents.
Councilman Lorraine questioned why the parish would not also drydock and fully overhaul a barge connected with the project now, arguing that previous promises and the barge’s ongoing condition put bridges and operations at risk. "If…
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