An independent guide to Louisiana local government. This is not an official government website.

Election day is Tuesday, November 3

What's on the ballot and key dates

On the ballot: U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and proposed constitutional amendments, plus local races in some areas.

  • Early voting and absentee ballot requests are now closed.
  • Mailed absentee ballots must reach your parish registrar of voters by Monday, November 2 at 4:30 p.m. A postmark does not count, so mail it early.
  • On election day, polls are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you are in line when polls close, you can still vote.

Jefferson Parish

Local election results for Saturday, October 18, 1997. Official results from the Louisiana Secretary of State.

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Cities, towns, and villages

Town of Grand Isle

Mayor, Town of Grand Isle

David J. Camardelle (Democrat) won with 68.5% of the vote.

  • David J. Camardelle DemocratElected

    68.5% 625 votes

  • "Rob" Rosiere RepublicanDefeated

    31.5% 288 votes

913 votes cast.

Propositions, taxes, and recalls

City of Gretna, 5 Mills Renewal, Mayor & Bd. of Ald.

Passed: 92.4% voted yes and 7.6% voted no.

  • YesApproved

    92.4% 962 votes

  • No

    7.6% 79 votes

1,041 votes cast.