According to statute, the commission is comprised of seven members that serve a term concurrent to that of the governor. One member is appointed by the parish president from each parish within the territorial jurisdiction of the port and must be confirmed by two-thirds of the members of the respective parish council.
Appointments to the Port of South Louisiana Commission:
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Gregory J. Gravois, of Vacherie, is the owner, president and manager of Gen-Con, Inc, a general contracting firm in St. James Parish. Gravois is a licensed contractor and master plumber. Gravois was nominated by the AFL-CIO and will represent St. James Parish, as required by statute.
Robert “Poncho” Roussel, of Paulina, is a retired operations manager at Marathon Oil Company and will represent St. James Parish.
, as required by statute.
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