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Regular Session, 2011 ENROLLED
SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 159
BY SENATOR MILLS
A RESOLUTION
To commend Therese Segura and Freddie DeCourt on their service to the New Iberia City
Council.
WHEREAS, the town of New Iberia dates back to the Spring of 1779, when a group
of five hundred Malaguenian colonists and Bernardo de Galvez traveled up Bayou Teche and
settled around Spanish Lake; and
WHEREAS, the town was incorporated in 1839 as Iberia, and in 1947, the legislature
renamed the town New Iberia; and
WHEREAS, as members of the New Iberia City Council, Therese Segura and
Freddie DeCourt have contributed countless hours toward the preservation of New Iberia's
culture and unique heritage; and
WHEREAS, their tireless efforts on behalf of New Iberia and Iberia Parish have
ensured continued economic growth in the area; and
WHEREAS, their leadership on behalf of the area has led to an increase in tourism
and their service toward this end continues to elevate Iberia Parish to being one of the
premier tourist destinations in Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, the citizens of New Iberia and Iberia Parish will forever be grateful for
the time, energy, and commitment Therese Segura and Freddie DeCourt have tirelessly
contributed to the community.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana
does hereby commend Therese Segura and Freddie DeCourt for their years of distinguished
service on the New Iberia City Council and their leadership and dedication to making their
community and state a better place to live.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to
Therese Segura and Freddie DeCourt.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE