Louisiana Department of Natural Resources News Release Archive

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News Release Archive

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For more information on the news releases listed below, or for information on other related areas, please contact the DNR Office of the Secretary, Public Information. Items are listed in reverse chronological order, with the most recent postings at the top.

2007 News Releases

December
17:	Miles and Miles of Trees help Save the Coast
17:	Mineral Board Monthly Sale Nets $2.4 million
November
30:	Oil and gas information seminar held December 3-4
21:	State Mineral Board Holds November Lease Sale
21:	State places moratorium on new drilling near interstates
07:	DNR director part of panel to discuss energy issues
06:	Louisiana Industrial Companies Recognized by U.S. DOE for Energy-Saving Efforts
October
30:	Louisiana’s coastal restoration progress marked with dedication of six projects
18:	State to announce Terrebonne Parish project at public hearing
12:	Mineral leasing upswing - new acreage purchased
08:	State advances Bayou Lafourche barrier project
01:	Louisiana Residents Can Change a Light and Change the World Oct. 3
September
24:	State hosts IOGCC and welcomes new head of MMS
20:	September Mineral Lease Sale Yields $1.9 million
12:	State holds Oil and Gas Seminar in New Orleans
07:	State's Flood Protection and Recovery Discussed on West Coast
August
22:	DNR Mineral Resources presents at Houston Oil and Gas Expo
22:	DNR Secretary names Frugé as Basin Program Interim Director
21:	State Mineral Board Holds August Lease Sale
July
30:	Louisiana CIAP Plan: First plan to get federal completeness review
26:	Pipeline Safety Training for Energy Industry Officials
13:	State oil and gas revenue hits record high for FY 06-07
02:	2007 Legislation Advances Coastal Protection and Projects
June
18:	State Mineral Board Presents June Lease Sale Data
12:	Angelle Testifies Before House Appropriations
06:	Entergy donates, DNR assists with energy technology
May
24:	Message for Business & Industry: Hurricane Credentialing and Access Program
22:	DNR and LRA promoting energy efficiency in homes
22:	DNR restoration project wins national honor
17:	State Mineral Board Lists May Lease Sale Data
04:	Seven CWPPRA coastal restoration projects celebrated today at Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge
April
30:	Comprehensive Coastal Plan Submitted for Legislature's Approval
26:	DNR presents CIAP Funding Amounts from MMS
26:	State Geologist Dr. M. B. Kumar Receives National Medal
25:	Legacy Sites Rules Adopted
25:	DNR and Mineral Board members seek more business for Louisiana from Oklahoma-based Energy Companies
24:	State/Federal Coastal Restoration Projects Shown on May 4th
16:	State Mineral Board Presents Lease Sale Figures
03:	DNR and Mineral Board Tour Denver Energy Companies
March
26:	Lake Tests Show Nothing Harmful
22:	State Mineral Board Presents Lease Sale Figures
21:	Mineral Board Recognizes Top Oil and Gas Producers
21:	DNR Coastal Restoration Annual Project Book (2006) Available
06:	Maurepas Swamp diversion project discussed by agencies
February
19:	February Mineral Lease Sale Takes Big Jump
07:	Public Hearings Set on CIAP and CPRA Plans
06:	Angelle Announces Next Steps to CIAP Plan Approval
January
30:	February 6 date set for CIAP and CPRA meeting
26:	Mineral Resources Asst. Secretary speaks to Congress about oil and gas resources
19:	Natural Resources Secretary pushes for more oil and gas business
17:	Governor Blanco announces $6.2 Million in funding for Atchafalaya Basin projects (Joint Release)
17:	State Mineral Board reports January lease sale data
16:	Rousselle begins work with DNR's coastal office
16:	DNR clears way for state acreage to be available for leasing
12:	DNR to Host Clean Cities Conference in New Orleans
05:	Workshops focus on home energy efficiency and products

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2006 News Releases

December
29:	Secretary Angelle's Message for the New Year
14:	State Mineral Board reports December lease sale data
14:	Christmas Trees can have lasting affect in marsh
07:	DNR Secretary Spends time on the Hill to push for OCS vote
November
30:	CPRA Draft Report for Public Review
17:	Coastal Restoration design work awarded for new Barrier Shoreline Project
16:	Bayou Plaquemine waterfront projects tour set for Friday, Nov. 17th
16:	ABP officials celebrate ribbon cutting of walking trail in Henderson
15:	Public Meetings Held in November for CPRA
14:	State Mineral Board reports November lease sale data
14:	Senegal Ambassador Meets DNR and Conservation Leaders
14:	New Law Sets Up Dry Hole Well Program
06:	DNR to host watershed meetings in Iberville and West Baton Rouge
01:	Workshop focus on home appliances and lighting techniques
October
27:	DNR announces energy grants
24:	Louisiana Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Announces Historic MMS Lawsuit Settlement
16:	State Mineral Board reports October lease sale data
13:	Statement from DNR Secretary Scott Angelle on Marjorie McKeithen joining the agency
09:	State to hold meetings on Atchafalaya watershed
06:	Louisiana Ground Water Commission meets October 16
03:	October 4th is National ENERGY STAR Change a Light Day
03:	State promotes Change a Light Day national campaign
02:	Workshop focus on installation of windows and doors for historic homes
September
22:	Conservation Office to participate in Gulf Coast Expo
14:	State Mineral Board reports September lease sale data
08:	DNR promotes new building ideas, housing summit, and other events
August
24:	Public meetings to focus on use of dredged material
23:	Officials celebrate Ground breaking of Veterans Park in Pierre Part
11:	State Mineral Board reports August lease sale data
09:	DNR helps in promoting energy-efficient historic homes
07:	Edwards receives presidential award from bar association
July
26:	State's Ground Water Commission to conduct meeting on July 31
14:	State Mineral Board reports July lease sale data
June
30:	Public Meeting on wind energy development to be held July 17
22:	State Mineral Board reports June lease sale data
16:	Five Breaux Act coastal restoration projects celebrated today at Grand Isle State Park
14:	DNR Secretary Says Fifty Percent of Offshore Funds Needed
09:	Coastal Impact Assistance Program (CIAP) Open House Meetings
07:	Five Coastal Projects to be featured at Grand Isle ceremony
May
12:	State Mineral Board reports May lease sale data
April
28:	Marshfield Boat Landing completed, other projects visited today
17:	State Mineral Board reports April lease sale data
13:	Atchafalaya Basin Program (ABP) holds Spring Events
04:	DNR and NOAA Begin Coastal Restoration Project
March
28:	DNR to host forum on use of hurricane-generated waste for wetland restoration projects
14:	State Mineral Board reports March lease sale data
13:	Coastal Projects Booklet Available at DNR
09:	Public can comment at Scoping Meetings on work to be done by Corps
February
23:	New deadline allows more time to submit coastal projects to state
23:	International visitors learn about coastal efforts
17:	Message from the Secretary on Levee Reform
09:	State Mineral Board reports February lease sale data
07:	Job Corps Students Welcomed to DNR, part of Job Shadow Day
January
26:	DNR Teaches Online Permit Process—February 15 and March 2
23:	Public Meetings set for Coastal Impact Assistance Program
19:	State Authorizes Alternative Fuel Production
18:	Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority to hold meeting on January 18
17:	New Walking Trail in Henderson, groundbreaking held Jan. 17
12:	State Mineral Board reports January lease sale data

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2005 News Releases

December
29:	DNR and LSU build vessel to conduct marine surveys
22:	Christmas trees recycling program marks 16th year
21:	Federal, State and Local Officials Call for Offshore Revenue Sharing for Louisiana
19:	State Mineral Board reports December lease sale data
19:	Atchafalaya Interpretive Plaza in Marksville underway
16:	Offshore revenue share for Louisiana: AW Campaign holds press conference 12/21/05
15:	U.S. DOE Energy Official to Visit LSU Building Showhouse and Energy-Efficient Habitat Home
14:	Ducks Unlimited, L.D.W.F., L.D.N.R. & Partners Dedicate Wetland Restoration Project
07:	DNR and Corps officials sponsored Buffalo Cove Ground Breaking
November
23:	DOE grant with state energy office to enhance rebuilding efforts
23:	Atchafalaya Basin Program ribbon cutting and ground breaking December 2
16:	DNR coastal officials author special report
14:	Senate Allows for Coastal Protection Plan And Authority to be Formed
11:	State Mineral Board reports November lease sale data
10:	DNR Geologist Named Vice President of National Group
09:	DNR Welcomes Korean Energy Company to State
October
25:	Worldwide Korean Co. selects Louisiana site to Drill for Natural Gas
21:	New Permitting Online System starts November 1
21:	Government office coordinates pipeline safety in many ways
20:	October Lease Sales Announced by Mineral Board
September
16:	Mineral Board Announces September 2005 Lease Sale Results
12:	Angelle reports on department’s call to action since Katrina
08:	Secretary Angelle provides remarks to Congress
06:	Louisiana DNR Secretary to speak to U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee
04:	State DNR Provides More Web Links related to Katrina
02:	DNR Secretary to speak to U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee
01:	DNR Secretary Announces Information Lines Open
August
25:	DNR Secretary to speak at Environment and Public Works Committee Field Hearing
19:	State Mineral Board implements changes and adopts resolution
19:	Mineral Board Holds August 2005 Lease Sale
16:	Secretary Angelle explains Benefits of Offshore Oil and Gas
15:	Conservation Order Addresses Sustainability of Sparta Aquifer
08:	DNR presents awards for energy conservation
July
27:	DNR participates at Gulf Coast Prospect Expo
15:	July 2005 Lease Sale Announced by Mineral Board
14:	Houston oil and gas companies host DNR group
08:	Student Winners Honored for "Saving Our Wetlands" Contest
05:	Letter to the Editor: Gov. Blanco reiterates state’s position on LNG
June
23:	Governor Blanco, Secretary Angelle note energy bill progress today
13:	Ground Water Resources Commission meeting set for June 27th
13:	Mineral Board Holds June Lease Sale
07:	Comments sought on La. barrier shoreline restoration study
May
23:	State Completes Bayou Postillion Project in Iberia Parish
16:	Clean Marina Program Has First Graduates
16:	New Procedures for Permits Explained at Workshops in May
13:	Mineral Board Holds May 2005 Lease Sale
06:	DNR showcases successful Geographic Information System
April
26:	Sparta Aquifer Determination Issued by Conservation Office
22:	Coastal Restoration Project Celebrates Earth Day and Audubon Centennial
20:	Angelle Speaks to Congress on Energy Topics
19:	Cooperative Coastal Restoration Project to Benefit Marshland and Wildlife in Terrebonne Parish
15:	2004 Energy Facts Annual now available from Natural Resources
15:	Mineral Board Holds April 2005 Lease Sale
14:	Baton Rouge Earth Day Celebration - April 17th
12:	Cooperative Coastal Restoration Project Groundbreaking
12:	DNR to host energy technology conference in New Orleans
01:	State Agencies find ways to streamline permitting in coastal zone
March
21:	Timbalier Island Dune and Marsh Restoration Project (TE-40) Project Profile
15:	Coastal Restoration Project Report complete and available from DNR
14:	Mineral Board Holds March 2005 Lease Sale
10:	Teaming up in Washington for Coastal Efforts in State
February
14:	Mineral Board Holds February 2005 Lease Sale
10:	DNR Ground Water Resources to hold meeting on March 7th
03:	Mariculture Task Force completes report
01:	Estuarians in parade for Mardi Gras
January
28:	Governor and Corps to sign historic agreement
21:	DNR Secretary to Speak at Congressional Conference on January 24 in Washington, D.C.
19:	Mineral Board Holds January 2005 Lease Sale
14:	ABP Advisory Committee Meeting January 27th
11:	DNR Undersecretary Harper Honored as Elite in IT Management by IDG's Computerworld
11:	Hopedale Hydrologic Restoration (PO-24) Project Profile

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2004 News Releases

December
21:	Remember the value of your Christmas Tree for Coastal LA!
13:	December Lease Sale Results Announced by Mineral Board
08:	The Effect of Hurricane Ivan on Oil and Gas Production in the Gulf of Mexico
03:	BusinessWeek Shines Light on “Eco-Cultural” Tourism in America’s WETLAND
November
17:	State Conservation and Texas Commission agree in MOU pact
17:	State Mineral Board reports November lease sale data
17:	Final LCA Ecosystem Restoration Study Available for Public Review and Comment
October
28:	State Mineral Board Awards Largest Lease Sale in 10 Years
21:	DNR Recognized for Isles Dernieres Project by American Shore Group
20:	Governor's Coastal Flyover on Friday, Oct. 22
20:	DNR Ground Water Resources to hold meeting on November 8th
September
30:	Slate of events make Atchafalaya region exciting place: "Experience Atchafalaya Days" to be held in October
29:	DNR Executive Staff Appointments Made
10:	September 2004 Lease Sale Announced by Mineral Board
August
20:	DNR Ground Water Resources to hold meeting on Aug. 23
19:	DNR group named in Coastal America Award 2004
19:	State Mineral Board meets in August
13:	Atchafalaya Basin grant to help Bayou Teche museum
09:	Uncle Dick Davis RV Park Opening August 13th
02:	Governor's Coastal Commission to Hear Public Comments on Draft Plan
July
30:	State Mineral Board July Results and other actions
16:	State Involved in Mock Hurricane Exercise
09:	DNR and Corp set public meetings for Coastal Plan
08:	Re-use of oil and gas platforms - a new frontier
08:	State Conservation Office acts on Sparta Aquifer in northern parishes
07:	DNR and Corp seeking public review of Coastal Plan
07:	DNR Officials Work with Iraqi Minister of Water
June
24:	National PR Groups Award DNR and State Campaign
23:	Water Management Project in Basin Starting up
18:	Atchafalaya Welcome Center Grand Opening Friday, June 18th
17:	DNR contributes to energy savings campaign
11:	Atchafalaya Welcome Center (off I-10) Opens June 18
10:	Lease Sale Results for June Announced by Mineral Board
09:	Atchafalaya Bayou Teche Recreation Park Opens June 11
02:	Attakapas public boat landing will open June 4
01:	Land Loss in 2004 Hurricane Season Could Heighten Risks to Coastal Residents and National Energy Supply
May
28:	Dedication ceremony for Plaucheville Veterans Memorial held May 31
25:	Angelle Chairs New Mineral Board
21:	Sen. Breaux and officials dedicate six coastal projects
13:	Lease Sale Results for May Announced by Mineral Board
12:	Neotropical Songbird Tour in the Atchafalaya Basin, May 15th
11:	DNR Secretary Angelle meets with Senator Landrieu and others at nation’s Capitol
April
28:	City of Plaquemine holds ceremony for two waterfront projects
22:	Governor Announces Trip to Houston, Secretary Angelle attends OTC
22:	Morgan City Downtown Mural Project Shown Saturday, April 24th
21:	Atchafalaya Basin Program announces tour of Spring Bayou on April 23th
16:	DNR Exhibits at Earth Day 2004
15:	Mineral Board Announces Lease Sale Results for April
14:	Proposed water flow project at Bayou Lafourche discussed
14:	Simmesport Boat Landing Project to Start
05:	ABP officials take birding tour in Point Coupee Parish
March
25:	Natural Resources' Secretary speaks to oil groups
23:	National Travel Writers See and Tour the Atchafalaya Basin
18:	Grant provides safety training for miners
11:	Mineral Board Holds March Meeting
08:	Court decides oil and gas revenue belongs to state
February
26:	Fifi Island Restoration Project
20:	Two recent reports help explain coastal activities in State
18:	DNR Provides Lesson on Science and Safety Issue
13:	Mineral Board Holds February Meeting
12:	"Disappearing Wetlands" video new and topical says agency
11:	Energy officials host Clean Cities conference in Baton Rouge
January
28:	Sabine Refuge Marsh Creation Project
23:	Coastal Use Permit Application Topic of Public Meetings
16:	DNR online services workshops upcoming
15:	Coastal Wetland Permitting seminar planned
15:	January Mineral Lease Sale Results Issued
13:	Department of Natural Resources has river model as research tool
13:	About the Agency—Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

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2003 News Releases

December
22:	Christmas trees collected this year for coastal wetlands
19:	Pre-opening look at Atchafalaya Welcome Center on I-10
16:	December Mineral Lease Sale Results Issued
12:	River Model Showing Scheduled, Dec. 18
10:	Energy Expo has broad impact
04:	Oilfield Waste Disposal Site Cleaned Up

November
25:	St. Martin and DNR gather on December 1
25:	DNR and Bayou Postillion landowners agree
21:	State and Corp Announce New Permit Form
14:	Bayou Teche Recreation Park to get upgrades
14:	November Mineral Lease Sale Results Issued
04:	Pipeline Map and Database Produced for State

October
31:	Federal/DNR energy officials support downtown trolley
21:	State Mineral Board Releases October Figures
16:	HERO Program at DNR Wins Again
16:	Natural Resources Leadership Council of the States Meeting
15:	Joint News Release with America's WETLAND: Washington officials to tour coastal Louisiana by air
09:	Atchafalaya Basin Program goes on tour in St. Mary Parish
01:	Joint News Release: Governor Proclaims October "Atchafalaya Month"

September
30:	America’s WETLAND Reception and Eco-Summit Scheduled at LSU—Oct. 2 and 3
25:	State Mineral Board Releases September Figures
24:	Governor Proclaims Atchafalaya Days in October
02:	Project on Lake Verret to start soon

August
27:	Joint News Release: Contract let to create land in south La.
26:	Nigerian officials to visit DNR on Thursday
26:	Y’all come: Shrimp and Petroleum Festival
21:	State Mineral Board Releases August Figures
20:	America’s WETLAND Summit in Lake Charles will focus on Culture
15:	Joint News Release: Holly Beach and other coastal projects shown today - U.S. Senator Breaux takes part and visits projects
15:	Web Posting: LaHouse Groundbreaking in July 2003
14:	Joint News Release: MMS and Louisiana launch ‘Royalty-in-Kind’ Pilot
08:	Senator Breaux, officials present coastal projects on August 15
06:	Good Stewards Awarded for Making Buildings Better and Saving Money
06:	State Conservation Office to Host Pipeline Seminar in New Orleans

July
31:	State of Louisiana Launches "Don't Be a Big Loser" National Ad Campaign
28:	America's WETLAND joins Bassmaster Classic
25:	DNR officials to speak on coastal amendments
24:	DNR honors schools for taking energy savings steps
24:	DNR and Corp announce more public meetings on coastal plans
22:	Round Two in Fight to Remove Hydrilla in Basin Starts Soon
22:	E&P Waste Disposal Rules in State Expanded
21:	State Mineral Board Releases July Figures
17:	Gulf Coast Prospect Expo in Lafayette July 28-30, 2003 - Conservation
17:	Gulf Coast Prospect Expo in Lafayette July 28-30, 2003 - Mineral Resources
11:	America's Wetland Exhibit Travels to the East Coast
01:	State Coastal Office in Abbeville Relocates to Lafayette

June
26:	Louisiana Energy Facts Report Released
24:	Candidates for Governor to hear more on coastal LA
17:	June Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
06:	Programmatic EIS to be discussed at hearings on June 23
06:	Bridge enhancement work to start says officials

May
28:	City of Plaquemine and DNR Sign Agreement for Park
23:	Joint News Release: Public meetings-details on La. coastal restoration plans
21:	May Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
20:	Environmental advisors to the President in La. for two days
12:	Avoyelles Parish and DNR Sign Master Plan
09:	Rodemacher recently honored by energy leaders
05:	Pipeline Safety Seminar to Focus on New Regulations
02:	New Boat Landing in Assumption Parish at Lake Verret
02:	Island Outpost for kids in Iberia Parish to be built

April
29:	Surface mining rules to be modified
15:	Joint News Release: America's Wetland Highlighted at National Estuaries Conference
15:	April Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
09:	Enjoy This Earth Day, April 13th, in Baton Rouge - DNR displays offer something for all

March
20:	State Mineral Board welcomes new member at March meeting
18:	DNR Exhibits at Earth Fest at Audubon Zoo
11:	DNR officials discuss new Federal Wetland Policy changes
06:	Coastal Restoration Projects Annual Report produced by DNR
03:	Caldwell is Conservationist of the Year 2002

February
18:	February Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
10:	Atchafalaya Adventure Race to be held at Lake Fausse Pointe State Park

January
27:	Joint News Release: Public Invited to Participate in Coastal Restoration Study
24:	New salt cavern disposal regulations to be considered - Public hearings set for Jan. 27
24:	Welcome Center ground breaking set for Feb. 11
17:	Grand Terre Island and Historical Fort Restoration to Begin
14:	Joint News Release: Office of Group Benefits’ CIO Named to Prestigious Technology List by Computerworld
13:	January Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board

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2002 News Releases

December
17:	December Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
16:	Year After Year -- DNR Christmas Tree Program Helps Marsh
04:	State’s Conservation Office Reports on Oilfield Sites
November
19:	November Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
15:	Henderson Lake Weed Removal Project Works
14:	Coastal Projects Shown in Vermillion and Iberia Parishes
14:	NOAA and Louisiana DNR Celebrate Pecan Island Terrace Creation Groundbreaking
13:	Ground Water Management Commission Holds Public Hearing on Application
08:	Media Advisory: Coastal Projects Featured on November 14th
07:	Paddling Trail at Bayou Courtableau will open November 10th
October
28:	State Fire Marshal and State Accept National Safety Role
22:	Atchafalaya Basin Program Visits False River to Focus on Study
17:	Belle River Projects Completed
15:	October Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board (Revised 10/31/2002)
14:	Top National Award for Service Honors DNR Geologist
13:	Louisiana Schools to Save Money with Energy Retrofits
01:	Atchafalaya Celebration in October and Experience Atchafalaya Days on Oct. 12 -13
September
19:	September Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
17:	Holly Beach Work in Full Swing
16:	Mississippi River's 1st large sediment diversion project will begin next year
13:	Three major water management projects planned for Atchafalaya Basin
05:	National broadcasts to feature Louisiana land loss
August
27	Governor Announces World, National & State Partners for America’s Wetland: Campaign to Save Coastal Louisiana
27	Lake End Park Improvements Shown to Crowd
21	August Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
02:	DNR Supports Conservation Fund in Launching Natural Resources Leadership Council
July
30:	Conservation Office to Hold Seminar on Hazardous Liquids in Baton Rouge
26:	DNR officials join in Energy and National Rebuild America Conference
23:	Atchafalaya Children's Fishing Pier plans move forward, land swap to be signed on Wednesday
16:	State Mineral Board Releases July Figures
12:	Joint News Release: LSU AgCenter, DNR Team Up to Control Noxious Aquatic Weed
10:	Boat Landing Project Shown, includes new baldcyress plants for the Basin
01:	Welsh Becomes State Commissioner of Conservation
June
28:	Photo Feature: Deputy Secretary Vaughan Speaks on Master Farmer Program
26:	Top-Quality Color Louisiana Coastal Zone Map now at DNR
26:	Joint News Release: LDWF, LWFF and DNR Sign Atchafalaya Basin Enhancement Agreement
19:	June Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
May
31:	New State Energy Commission Will Meet in Summer Months
28:	State Presents 'America's Wetland... The Campaign to Save Coastal Louisiana'
22:	Louisiana Coastal Plan Must Involve Public Awareness
22:	Terracing Project works for wildlife conservation and coastal region
15:	May Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board
14:	Homeowners Can Find Energy Advisor Online from DNR
13:	Wetland Permitting Offices Open in Five Parishes
02:	Group Tours Lake Verret on Spring Trip of Basin
April
25:	HERO program for energy-efficient homes gets Energy Award from EPA
22:	April Lease Sale Reported by State Mineral Board (Revised 04/30/2002)
22:	State Energy Facts Booklet Available from DNR
17:	Whatever happened to the DNR alligator?
08:	State Mineral Leases Generate Close to a Billion Dollars a Year
08:	Atchafalaya Basin Program springs to Napoleonville on May 2
03:	Public Meetings on Coast2050 Study in April
March
26:	Water flows through Davis Pond (340KB PDF)
21:	Board Announces Jump in March Mineral Lease Sale (Revised 04/18/2002)
19:	Schools, Hospitals and Public Entities may seek Energy Funds
14:	Feasibility Study for Coast 2050 Plan Agreed on Today at the Capitol
13:	Davis Pond Wetland Project to be Dedicated on March 26th Near New Orleans
12:	Senator Gautreaux Receives Conservationist of the Year Award
February
22:	State Mineral Lease Sale Held in February
01:	State's Commissioner of Conservation Appointed at DNR
January
16:	January Mineral Lease Sale Announced by Board (Revised 02/07/2002)
09:	DNR Announces Move

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2001 News Releases

December
‘Tis the Season for trees in the marsh —DNR's Christmas Tree Program includes 17 parishes—
Spanish Lake Drainage Work Featured Ribbon-cutting on December 11th
December Mineral Lease Sale Announced by BoardNovember
Dedication of Coastal Projects in Lake Charles Area Slated for December 14th
State's Oilfield Waste Testing Program Takes Effect
November Mineral Lease Sale Announced by Board
St. Martin Parish Water Project Gathering at Bayou Eugene on November 14th
October
Bayou Sorrel and Plaquemine projects featured in Fall Tour
Boat landing project at Belle River taking shape
October Mineral Lease Sale Announced by Board
September
September Lease Sale Results
Jennings to Host Oil Celebration with Parade and Special Activities
State Fishermen Gear Reimbursement Program Explained
Ready, Set, Go - Atchafalaya Adventure Race 2001 Set for September 15-16 August
Oystermen in State's Relocation Plan Receive Checks, so far $2 million Paid
New Yorker Sounds Alarm To Save Louisiana Marshes
August Lease Sale Results
Preserving the Basin - Lafayette Advertiser, August 9th edition July
State Lease Sale at 30 for Start of 2001-2002 Fiscal Year
Conservation Bill Passes U.S. House Committee, Could Mean Almost $300 Million a Year for Louisiana
June
Birders, ecotourists— the Basin birding trails soon on the horizon!
Chance Does Pipeline Research
DNR Secretary Jack Caldwell Testifies Before Congress On Bill To Help Restore Louisiana's Disappearing Coast
June 2001 Mineral Board Lease Sale Totals
NOAA Fisheries & DNR Join to Restore Black Bayou Fish Habitat May
Coastal Impact Assistance Program: Public Meetings in New Orleans and Lafayette
Holly Beach Project Topic of Community Meeting May 22
May 2001 Mineral Board Lease Sale Totals
April
DNR progressing with plan for coastal impact assistance funding
U.S. Army Salutes Secretary Caldwell For Public Service
April 2001 Mineral Board Lease Sale Totals
Office of Conservation's Underwater Obstruction Removal Program gets Gulf Guardian Award
DNR Participates in Baton Rouge Earth Day Activities March
Fritchie Marsh Restoration Project Completed
March 2001 Mineral Board Lease Sale Totals
Louisiana DNR Leading the Way in GIS at Your Fingertips - More Data, More Maps Now Online
State Energy Facts Booklet Available from DNR
February
Water flow may be raised for crawfish crop
Oyster Leases in Barataria Renewed
February 2001 Mineral Board Lease Sale Totals
Spanish Lake Project Gets Aid From Natural Resources
NOAA/Louisiana DNR Award Three Contracts Totaling $632,000 to Plant Marsh and Dune Vegetation on Barrier Islands
DNR and LSU Center for Energy Studies Present State Energy Management Conference
German Engineer Returns Home after Working with Conservation Office

January
Two Parishes Receive Coastal Permitting Authority
Mineral Board Releases January Figures
Over 4,500 Acres of Land Donated to State
DNR Secretary to Sit on Federal Committee to Assess Role of OCS in Natural Gas Production
Oyster Leases Not Renewed in Impact Zones To Avoid Future Lawsuits

2000 News Releases

1999 News Releases

December
Give Back Your Tree -- Recycling Can Help Coastal louisiana
State Energy Facts Booklet Available at DNR
December Mineral Lease Sale Announced by Board
Y2K Readiness Achieved at DNR
Cash in Hand for DNR Employees Leading Safety Program
November
State Mineral Board Holds November Lease Sale
October
Breaux Act Officials Dedicate Three Habitat Protection, Restoration Projects
State Mineral Board Holds October Lease Sale
September
Statewide News Event for Community Calendars: SONRIS/2000 Awareness Seminar
State Mineral Board Holds September Lease Sale
Pipeline Safety Regulations Available from DNR
August
State Mineral Board Holds August Lease Sale
Citizens Called to Participate in Holly Beach Management Plan
July
ESRI Achievement Award
Joel Kohler Named to National Pipeline Safety Board
DNR'S Conservation Commissioner Visits Turkmenistan
NOAA News Release: C.F. Bean Inc. Lands Bid for Mississippi Delta Project
June
DNR Begins Little Vermilion Bay Project to Protect and Create Valuable Marshland
Mineral Board Holds June 1999 Lease Sale
Engineering Work Begins on Three Coastal Projects
May
Home Loan Program Offers Cash-at-Closing
Researchers Go Digging in the Marsh for Special Plants
DNR's Energy Efficient Homes Course for Builders starts June 1st
Vote by Appropriations Committee Makes Stable Funding Stream for Coast Closer to Reality
Y2K State Task Force Meets: DNR's SONRIS/2000 Featured Topic
CompTIA Business Award
May Mineral Lease Sale Reported by Board
Kermit Joins Congress to Save Coast, Conserve Wildlife
April
Plans Unveiled for Atchafalaya Basin Welcome Center, Children's Fishing Pier
DNR Launches National Release of ‘Save LA Wetlands' PSAs
Traveling Wetlands Exhibit At Capitol
Mineral Board April Lease Sale Results
DNR Releases Oilfield Waste Report
March
NOAA News Release: E. Timbalier Island to Grow Under $8.88million Project
Mineral Board Conducts Meeting and Considers Oil Relief
Sec. Caldwell Testifies in Congress on OCS Revenue Sharing Bill
DNR's Dr. Bill Good Honored by Louisiana Wildlife Federation
February
Commissioner of Conservation Meets with Texas Railroad Commission
Abandoned Oilfield Site Near LSU Under Cleanup and Restoration by DNR
Mineral Board Lease Sale Results: February '99
Management Changes Announced at DNR
DNR's Website Takes On New Global Look
January
Extension of Oilfield Waste Testing Emergency Rule Includes Tighter Requirements
Special Forum Called By Louisiana Mineral Board
Mineral Board Plans to Organize Oil and Gas Industry Forum Before Start of Regular Session
DNR Employees to Participate in Call for Blood in Community
DNR's Conservation and Mineral Income Processing Streamlined

1998 News Releases

December
Citizens Recycling Christmas Trees To Save Coastline
Mineral Board Posts December Lease Sale
November
November Mineral Lease Sale Announced by Board
DNR Geologist Receives AIPG Presidential Award
October
State and Federal Officials Sign Historic Atchafalaya Agreement
Unprecedented Consensus: Coast 2050 Plan Approved by State Wetlands Authority, CWPPRA Task Force, and 20 Coastal Parishes
Coastal Parishes To Receive DNR Grants
Commissioner Starts Program To Pursue Orphaned Operators
Emergency Rule for Oilfield Waste Testing Amended, Effective October 1
Coast 2050 Time Capsule Event Held Today at Thibodaux Festival
September
St. Mary and Vermilion Parish Projects Help Protect Marsh Land in Coastal Louisiana
Plant Research May Help Save Louisiana Wetlands
Conservation Field Agents meet for training seminar
DNR Leading Other States In Geo-Information on the Web -- Unveils oil well data on the Internet
September 1998 Lease Sales Announced by Mineral Board
Coast 2050 Plan Moving Ahead—Final Series Of Public Hearings Set
August
Oilfield Waste Testing Emergency Rule Extended Through Month of September
Mineral Board Extends Lake Pontchartrain Drilling Ban Until 2000 - Current Lease Sales Made Available
Preserving Coast with Christmas Trees - DNR Awards Contracts to 12 Parishes
July
NGA HAILS LOUISIANA INNOVATION IN TECHNOLOGY— Well Information Website Showcased at National Governors’ Meeting
Public Hearings Scheduled For Atchafalaya Basin Master Plan
State Mineral Board Announces July Lease Sale Data
NOAA, Sen Breaux Dedicate La Wetlands Creation Project
June
Kohler Selected First Louisianian on National Board(NAPS
Federal Grants Boost State's Ability to Become Energy Efficient
FY 97/98 Mineral Board Lease Figures Surpass Projections
DNR Releases First Data on Internet on Samples Taken from Oilfield Waste
May
DNR Names New Commissioner of Conservation
DNR Wetlands Displays Attract Students and Adults...Featured at Bluebonnet Swamp's Birthday Bash
Mineral Board Holds Lease Sale in May
April
Mineral Board's April Lease Sale Is Largest Since 1981
Office of Conservation to Oversee Oilfield Site Closure in Cameron Parish
Louisiana Department of Natural Resources Honored by the Smithsonian Institution
March
DNR Gears Up for New Approach to Marsh Growth
Hanchey to Assume Deputy Director Duties at DNR
Mineral Board Reports March 1998 Lease Sale Totals
DNR Begins Program to Clean Up Underwater Hazards in Coastal Waters
February
Emergency Rules for Oilfield Testing to Start May 1st
Mineral Board Reports February 1998 Lease Sale Totals
January
Governor Foster Announces New Oilfield Waste Testing Rules; Public Review and Input Next Step (includes link to draft Emergency Rule available in PDF format)
Minerel Board Reports January 1998 Lease Sale Totals
Conservation Hearings in Bossier City for First Time

1997 News Releases

December
Mineral Board Reports December Lease Sale Totals
Go Ahead Given to State's Coastal Conservation Plan
November
Mineral Board Reports November Lease Sale Totals
Efficiency Driven Technology -- DNR Moving Ahead
October
LABI, DNR'S Energy Office Scheduled to View President's Energy Initiative
Caernarvon Project Given an "A" by Coastal Specialists
Fleet to Serve as Interim Conservation Commissioner
: Mineral Board Reports October Lease Sale Totals
September
Special Announcement
Celebrate the Coast with Beach Sweeps
Coastal Program Accelerates with Land Agreement Approval
Louisiana Wetlands Update Heard by White House Staff
August
State to Carry Out New Commercial Building Energy Code
DNR Secretary Given Special Honor by USDOE
Isles Dernieres Chain Donated to Louisiana
Mineral Board Reports August Lease Sale Totals
Governor Foster Calls for Reassessment of Offshore Impact Study
July
Mineral Board Holds July Meeting
Shoreline Protection Project Underway in St. Charles
June
FY96/97 Figures from Mineral Revenue Best in Twelve Years
NICE³ Grant Applications Available Through State Energy Office
May
DNR Takes Lead With Coastwide Strategic Planning
State Mineral Board Issues Lease Sale Data for May
Coastal Updates Coming Your Way
April
Louisiana's Coastal Gems on the Internet
Atchafalaya Advisory Group Sets Goals
Snead Joins Team to Map U.S. Pipelines
State Mineral Board Issues Lease Sale Data for April
March
Mineral Board Reports Jump in Lease Sale for March's Mineral Lease Sale
Earth Science Information Center Offers Educational Materials and Maps
February
State Mineral Board Issues Lease Sale Data for February 1997
Energy Efficient Mortgages: The Best Kept Secret of the Housing Industry
January Lease Sales Report from Mineral Office
January
Atchafalya Basin Advisory Group Formed

1996 News Releases

December
December Lease Sales Report from Mineral Office
Coastal Exhibit Portrays Successful Efforts Toward Restoration
November
November Lease Sales Report from Mineral Office
First Stage of Coastal Project Underway in St. Mary Parish
October
Coastal Vegetation Planting Program: a Growing Success
October Lease Sales Report from Mineral Office
Mathies Selected as Natural Resources Deputy Secretary
Texaco Agreement Rejuvenating Oil and Gas Industry
Coastal Louisiana Receives Oyster Program Funds from Congress
September
September Lease Sales Report from Mineral Office
Trapping Incentive to Aid Nutria Fight
Long-Awaited Equipment to Assist Conservation Efforts
Rocks and Earth Stuff - Geological Survey Reaches Classroom
Grand Terre Island Being Repaired
August
DNR Issues First Permit for Reclamation of Eroded Land
Vaughn Tapped to Head State's Coastal Office
State Mineral Board Holds August Meeting
July
DNR Works with Local Coastal Administrators
DNR Offers Commercialization Ventures Program
Industries in State Can Seek NICE³ Award Announces DNR
Recycling Efforts in Rapides Awarded by NACO
State Mineral Board Begins 1996-97 Fiscal Year
June
State Mineral Board Releases Lease Sale Totals
May
State Mineral Board Lease Sales Results for May 1996
April
Projects to Repair Damage to Islands Begun
Injection and Mining Director Named Assistant Commissioner of Conservation
State Mineral Board Releases April Report on Leases
March
State Mineral Board Reports March Figures
$5.4 Million Awarded for Myrtle Grove and Little Vermilion Bay Restoration Projects in Coastal Louisiana
Louisiana Wetland Plant Producers Form Association
DNR Invites Public to Learn About New Energy Program

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