Catch basin grates, like this one, are being removed and leaving a big hole. To replace one cost the taxpayers on average $300. Catch basin grates being stolen in Vermilion Parish Tue, 04/17/2018 - 10:06am Metal thieves are putting you in danger and costing you money by stealing catch basin grates and manhole covers. More ...PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. Our website requires visitors to log in to view the best local news. Not yet a subscriber? Subscribe today to the Abbeville Meridional or Gueydan Journal or Kaplan Herald. Read more about Catch basin grates being stolen in Vermilion Parish