Andrew Blanchard, Chairman

Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m.

Terrebonne Parish Main Library

151 Library Drive, Houma, LA 70360

AGENDA

 

I.                Pledge of Allegiance

II.               Call to Order

III.              Roll Call

IV.              Approval of December 10, 2025 Meeting Minutes

V.               Approval of February 25, 2026 Meeting Agenda

VI.             Federal Shrimp Permit Report

VII.            Financial Report

VIII.          New Business

A.          To Hear a Presentation Regarding Shrimp Testing Findings – SeaD Consulting, David Williams

B.          To Hear a Report of the LDAF Seafood Safety Task Force February Meeting – LDAF

C.         To Hear an Update on the STF Washington, D.C. Trip and Discuss Future Trips – STF, Andrew Blanchard

D.         To Discuss the 3-Mile Line Gulf Closures and Possible Early Opening – STF, Rodney Olander

E.          To Discuss Possible Early Inside Water Openings for Specific Areas – STF, Rodney Olander

F.          To Discuss Possible New Shrimp Sampling Techniques – STF, Andrew Blanchard

IX.            Public Comment

X.             Set Next Meeting

XI.            Adjourn

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