Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners public meetings in 2025

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West Bank will vote on maintenance service contracts and the 2026 meeting schedule. The board will also discuss the renewal of the Regional Director's contract and conduct senior staff employment evaluations in executive session.

• ELOS Environmental LLC Task Order #3 for Bayou Aux Carpes Wetlands Mitigation Property (not to exceed $40,000.00)
• ELOS Environmental LLC Task Order #4 for Highway 307 Bottomland Hardwood and Swamp Mitigation Property (not to exceed $90,000.00)
• Adoption of the 2026 Board and Committee Meeting Schedules
• Authorization to negotiate a renewal contract for Regional Director Jesse Noel
• Approval of bills for payment for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Board approved two maintenance task orders for ELOS Environmental LLC and adopted the 2026 meeting schedules. Commissioners also authorized the negotiation of a contract renewal for Regional Director Jesse Noel.

• Approved bills for payment for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District (4-0)
• Adopted 2026 Board and Committee Meeting Schedules (4-0)
• Approved ELOS Environmental LLC Task Order #3 for Bayou Aux Carpes Wetlands Mitigation Property not to exceed $40,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved ELOS Environmental LLC Task Order #4 for Highway 307 Bottomland Hardwood and Swamp Mitigation Property not to exceed $90,000.00 (4-0)
• Authorized President to negotiate renewal contract with Regional Director Jesse Noel (4-1)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Administration Committee will meet to review financial matters, including the budget and check register. The body will also discuss several project agreements and task orders related to flood protection infrastructure.

• WBV Design Agreement
• ELOS Task Order #3
• ELOS Task Order #4
• Bayou Segnette CA Services
• 2026 Board & Committee schedules

The Administration Committee approved Commissioners' expense reports and an employee tuition reimbursement request. Several task orders and the 2026 meeting schedule were reviewed and deferred for approval at the Regular Board meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes from November 25, 2025
• Approved Commissioners’ expense reports for payment
• Approved employee tuition reimbursement request

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Operations and Maintenance Committee will meet to discuss regulatory compliance and various task orders. The agenda includes updates on capital projects and the executive tracking list.

• WBV Design Agreement
• ELOS Task Order #3
• ELOS Task Order #4
• Bayou Segnette CA Services
• 2026 Board & Committee schedules

The Operations and Maintenance Committee recommended two task orders for annual mitigation operation and maintenance support services to the Board. The committee also reviewed the 2026 Board and Committee schedules and received updates on safety and training.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ELOS Environmental LLC Task Order #3 for Bayou Aux Carpes Wetlands Mitigation Property (not to exceed $40,000.00)
• Recommended approval of ELOS Environmental LLC Task Order #4 for Highway 307 Bottomland Hardwood (BLH) and Swamp Mitigation Property (not to exceed $90,000.00)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting millage rates for the 2026 tax roll for the Algiers Levee District. The meeting includes discussions on bylaws revisions and infrastructure bidding.

• Adoption of millage rates for the 2026 tax roll for Algiers Levee District
• Authorization of bidding for the WBV 16.2 Bayou Segnette Levee Lift
• Adoption of revisions to SLFPA-W Bylaws
• Approval of bills for payment for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2026 millage for the Algiers Levee District. Other actions included updating board bylaws and authorizing a levee lift project for bidding.

• Adopted resolution to levy millage on 2026 tax roll for Algiers Levee District (6-0)
• Approved bills for payment for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District (5-0)
• Adopted revisions to SLFPA-W Bylaws effective November 25, 2025 (5-0)
• Authorized bidding for WBV 16.2 Bayou Segnette Levee Lift (5-0)
• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The SLFPA-W Administration Committee will meet to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss levee district millages and capital projects. No formal decisions will be made by the full Commission at this meeting.

• Review of Algiers Levee District Millage
• Discussion of Bayou Segnette Levee Lift project
• Approval of October 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Commissioners’ travel expense reports
• Capital projects update from Regional Director

The Administration Committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The committee concurred with proposed updates to the SLFPA-W Bylaws, which will be sent to the regular board meeting for approval. Other items, including a millage renewal and bid authorization, were deferred to the November 25 regular board meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Concurred with proposed SLFPA-W Bylaw updates

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Operations and Maintenance Committee will meet to discuss levee projects and tax millages. The body will also review board schedules and policy bylaws.

• Bayou Segnette Levee Lift
• West Jefferson Levee District Millage
• 2026 Algiers Levee District Millage
• 2026 Board & Committee schedules
• SLFPA-W Policy Review schedule and procedures- Bylaws

The Operations and Maintenance Committee approved the advertisement for the WBV 16.2 Bayou Segnette Levee Lift project pending permits. The committee also approved the agenda and the October 14, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement of project letting for WBV 16.2 Bayou Segnette Levee Lift after securing permitting (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will vote on maintenance contracts for the Harvey Canal Complex and an agreement for the operation and repair of storm damage risk reduction projects. The board will also consider a revised organizational chart and corresponding budget amendment.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with CPRA and other agencies for OMRR&R of West Bank and Vicinity mitigation projects
• Dredging of Eastern Gate Bay at Harvey Canal Complex by Gulf Stream Diving and Salvage (not to exceed $150,000.00)
• Radiator removal, repair, and replacement at Harvey Canal Structure by Marine Systems Inc and Big South Equipment (not to exceed $165,000.00)
• Approval of a newly revised organizational chart and budget amendment
• Presentation by the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA)

The Board approved several infrastructure maintenance contracts and an intergovernmental agreement for storm damage risk reduction projects. It also adopted a revised organizational chart and approved monthly financial statements.

• Authorized dredging of Eastern Gate Bay at Harvey Canal Complex by Gulf Stream Diving and Salvage up to $150,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Authorized radiator removal, repair, and replacement at Harvey Canal Structure by Marine Systems Inc and Big South Equipment up to $165,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) for OMRR&R of West Bank and Vicinity mitigation projects (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved revised organizational chart and corresponding budget amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment and financial statements for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the September 23, 2025 meeting (Unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Operations and Maintenance Committee will meet to discuss levee district millages and maintenance contracts. The body will also review staffing agreements and policy schedules.

• West Jefferson Levee District Millage
• 2026 Algiers Levee District millage adoption
• Harvey Canal Complex Maintenance Contracts
• Mitigation Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) and Staffing
• SLFPA-W Policy Review for Bylaws, Rewards & Recognition

The Operations and Maintenance Committee approved several contracts for the Harvey Canal Complex, including dredging and radiator repairs. The committee also approved a motor replacement and recommended other maintenance contracts to the Board.

• Approved dredging of the Eastern gate of the Harvey Canal Structure by Gulf Stream Diving and Salvage not to exceed $150,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved removal, repair, and replacement of the Radiator at the Harvey Canal Complex by Marine Systems Inc. and Big South equipment not to exceed $165,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Hagglunds motor replacement proposal not to exceed $15,000.00
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Administration Committee of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West is meeting to discuss financial matters including the 2026 Algiers Levee District millage adoption, budget updates, and financial statements. Other items include a mitigation intergovernmental agreement, Harvey Canal maintenance contracts, and policy review. No action by the full Commission will be taken at this committee meeting.

• 2026 Algiers Levee District millage adoption
• Mitigation Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) and Staffing
• Harvey Canal Complex Maintenance Contracts
• West Jefferson Levee District Millage
• SLFPA-W Policy Review schedule and procedures – Bylaws, Rewards & Recognition

The Committee approved the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and Commissioners’ expense reports. It recommended a Mitigation Intergovernmental Agreement, an updated organizational chart, and a budget amendment for approval at the November 25 board meeting.

• Approved agenda
• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Commissioners’ expense reports for payment
• Recommended Mitigation Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) for board approval
• Recommended updated organizational chart for board approval
• Recommended budget amendment for board approval

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Board approved several task orders for engineering and inspection services at the West Closure Complex and Harvey Canal Complex. Additionally, the Board increased the public information budget and updated the Information Technology Usage policy.

• Approved HNTB task order for West Closure Complex inspections and repairs not to exceed $291,302.78 (5-0)
• Approved Digital Engineering Inc. task order for Harvey Canal Complex guide wall repair not to exceed $75,270.00 (5-0)
• Increased The Ehrhardt Group contract from $48,000.00 to $80,000.00 for FY 2025-2026 (4-0)
• Increased SLFPA-W Public Information 2025-2026 budget line item from $48,000.00 to $200,000.00 (4-0)
• Adopted revisions to SLFPAW Policy #11-26 Information Technology Usage (4-0)
• Approved bills for payment for SLFPA-West, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District (4-0)
• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will consider approving two task orders for infrastructure repairs: one for the West Closure Complex (up to $291,302.78) and another for the Harvey Canal Complex guide wall (amount blank). The board will also vote on increasing a public-information contract from $48,000 to $80,000 and adopting an updated IT usage policy.

• Motion to approve $291,302.78 task order with HNTB for West Closure Complex Bulkhead Inspection and Repair and Pump Bay Inspection
• Motion to approve a task order with Digital Engineering Inc. for Harvey Canal Complex guide wall repair (amount not yet specified)
• Motion to increase public-information contract with The Ehrhardt Group from $48,000 to $80,000 for FY 2025-2026
• Motion to adopt revisions to SLFPAW Policy #11-26 on Information Technology Usage
• Public comments limited to 2 minutes per person

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The SLFPA-W Administration Committee is meeting to discuss financial matters including a check register, budget update, and travel expense reports. They will also review several contracts and task orders, including HNTB Task Order – WCC, a Digital Engineering Harvey Canal Complex repair task order, and a Public Information Services contract. Other items include a WJLD Millage discussion, policy review schedule, records management, staffing, and a legal update. No formal action by the full Commission will be taken at this committee meeting.

• HNTB Task Order – WCC
• Digital Engineering Harvey Canal Complex repair task order
• WJLD Millage discussion
• Public Information Services contract
• Review of Commissioners’ travel expense reports

The Administration Committee approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and Commissioners’ expense reports. The committee reviewed several project proposals and budget updates, including maintenance for the West Closure Complex and the Harvey Canal Complex.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Commissioners’ expense reports for payment

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Operations and Maintenance Committee will meet to discuss various task orders and policy reviews. The agenda includes updates on capital projects and a legal update.

• HNTB Task Order – WCC
• Digital Engineering Harvey Canal Complex repair task order
• WJLD Millage
• SLFPA-W Policy Review schedule and procedures
• Capital projects update

The Operations and Maintenance Committee recommended the Board approve a task order with HNTB for corrosion inspection and testing at the West Closure Complex. The committee also reviewed safety updates and the Harvey Canal Complex repair task order. Proposed IT policy updates were referred to the Administration Committee.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes from August 12, 2025
• Recommended Board approval of HNTB task order for West Closure Complex maintenance not to exceed $291,302.78 (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will meet to discuss administrative and operational reports. The board is deciding on bill payments, the 2024-2025 audit, and a specific task order for project mapping.

• Task order with Digital Engineering and Imaging Inc. for West Bank & Vicinity Project maps not to exceed $16,765.00
• Review and approval of the 2024-2025 audit of the Authority
• Approval of bills for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District
• Proposed updates to SLFPA-W Bylaws

The Board approved a task order for area and breakout maps and authorized the review of the 2024-2025 audit. Commissioners also approved bills for payment for the Authority and two levee districts.

• Approved task order with Digital Engineering and Imaging Inc. for maps at a cost not to exceed $16,765.00 (4-0)
• Authorized Secretary-Treasurer and President to review and approve the 2024-2025 audit (4-0)
• Approved bills for payment for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the July 29, 2025 regular board meeting (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Administration Committee will meet to review financial reports and the current budget. The body will also discuss a variety of operational items including a compliance audit, staffing, and capital project updates.

• Review of check register and budget update
• 2024-2025 Compliance Audit
• WJLD Millage discussion
• HNTB Task Order – WCC
• Digital Task Order – Maps

The Administration Committee approved the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and Commissioners' expense reports. The committee also approved an employee tuition reimbursement request. Other items including a task order for area maps were deferred to future meetings.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Commissioners' expense reports for payment
• Approved employee tuition reimbursement request

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Operations and Maintenance Committee of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will meet to discuss a compliance audit, the WJLD millage, a strategic plan, policy review procedures, a mitigation agreement, and task orders for HNTB and digital maps. The committee will also hear a legal update and a regional director's report on capital projects. No action by the full commission will be taken at this meeting.

• Compliance Audit 2024-2025
• WJLD Millage
• Strategic Plan
• CPRA Mitigation IGA
• HNTB Task Order – WCC

The Operations and Maintenance Committee recommended the Board approve a task order for area and breakout maps from Digital Engineering and Imaging Inc. The committee also received updates on safety, compliance audits, and the 2025-2026 Strategic Plan Tracker.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Board approval of task order with Digital Engineering and Imaging Inc. for WBV area maps not to exceed $16,765.00 (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-West will vote on ordering a special election for a 4.75-mill ad valorem tax renewal in the West Jefferson Levee District, expected to raise $6.5 million annually for levee construction and flood protection projects. The board will also consider approving bills, a policy revision, two environmental task orders totaling $114,000, and a $50,000 mural at Company Canal Lock with Jefferson Parish.

• Motion to call special election for 4.75-mill levee tax renewal ($6,551,596/year) for 2028-2037
• Approve $68,000 task order for mitigation management plan with ELOS Environmental LLC
• Approve $46,000 task order to update SPCC plans for four SLFPA-W facilities
• Authorize $50,000 mural at Company Canal Lock (Sala Avenue) with $25,000 from Jefferson Parish
• Adopt revisions to SLFPAW Policy #11-09 Rewards and Recognition

The Board unanimously approved a special election to renew a 4.75 mill tax for 10 years to fund levee and flood protection projects. The Board also approved several environmental contracts and a cost-sharing agreement for a public mural. Mr. Galloway was elected as Vice-President.

• Approved special election to renew 4.75 mill tax for West Jefferson Levee District (6-0)
• Elected Mr. Galloway as Vice-President (Unanimous)
• Approved ELOS Environmental LLC Task Order #1 for Mitigation Management Plan up to $68,000 (4-0)
• Approved ELOS Environmental LLC Task Order #2 for SPCC Plan updates up to $46,000 (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 mural agreement with Josh Wingerter, split $25,000 each with Jefferson Parish (5-0)
• Approved revisions to SLFPAW Policy #11-09 Rewards and Recognition (5-0)
• Approved bills for payment for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District (5-0)
• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The committee will meet to discuss environmental services task orders, the WJLD millage, and policy review procedures. The agenda also includes a legal update and a report from the Regional Director regarding capital projects.

• Environmental Services Task Orders discussion
• WJLD Millage discussion
• SLFPA-W Policy Review schedule and procedures
• Capital projects update

The Operations and Maintenance Committee recommended approval of two ELOS Environmental Services task orders: Task Order #1 for a Mitigation Management Plan covering seven mitigation projects, and Task Order #2 to update Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans for four SLFPA-W facilities. Both motions passed. The committee also discussed the WJLD proposed millage election, proposed updates to the Reward and Recognition policy, and the Westwego Lock Structure murals, but took no action on these items.

• Recommended ELOS Task Order #1: Mitigation Management Plan for Phase I Support (passed)
• Recommended ELOS Task Order #2: Update SPCC Plans for four facilities (passed)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will consider calling for a tax renewal election for November 15, 2025. The board will also review budget adjustments for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and several equipment and design contracts.

• Consideration of a tax renewal election for November 15, 2025
• Proposed budget increase for Ad Valorem Taxes from $14,900,000 to $15,800,000
• Proposed $141,184.08 increase to Arcadis US Inc task order for Levee Lift Design of WBV 72/17b.2
• Proposed purchase of a Bobcat Compact Track Loader not to exceed $125,000.00
• Proposed reallocation of $150,000 from Real Estate Support to Legal Counsel

The Board unanimously approved several budget adjustments for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. It also authorized a funding increase for levee lift design and the purchase of a new Bobcat loader. A Notice of Intent for a tax renewal election on November 15, 2025, was entered into the record.

• Approved budget amendments including increasing Ad Valorem Taxes to $15.8M and Interest to $1.145M
• Approved $141,184.08 increase for Arcadis US Inc levee lift design task order (Total: $438,396.58)
• Authorized purchase of one Bobcat Compact Track Loader not to exceed $125,000.00
• Approved bills for payment for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District
• Approved 2024-2025 audit Compliance Questionnaire
• Accepted resolution honoring Commissioner Kelsey Foster into record
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Operations and Maintenance Committee will discuss several items including a task order for a crediting package, environmental services task orders, the Western Tie-In Design, equipment procurement, budget amendments, and the WJLD Millage. No official action by the full board will be taken at this meeting.

• HNTB – SLFPAW Crediting Package Task Order
• Environmental Services Task Orders
• Western Tie-In Design
• Equipment Procurement
• Budget Amendments

The Operations and Maintenance Committee approved a budget increase for a levee lift design project with Arcadis US Inc. The committee also recommended the purchase of a Bobcat Compact Track Loader for board approval.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Arcadis US Inc task order for Levee Lift Design of WBV 72/17b.2 to increase not to exceed value by $141,184.08 (Total: $438,396.58)
• Recommended purchase of one T86 T4 Bobcat Compact Track Loader not to exceed $125,000.00 for Board approval (unanimous)
• Deferred HNTB – SLFPA-W Crediting Package Task Order proposal to Administration Committee

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Administration Committee will review financial matters including the check register, budget update, and amendments. They will also discuss several operational items such as task orders for HNTB and environmental services, the Western Tie-In Design, equipment procurement, and a policy review schedule. No action by the full Commission will be taken at this meeting.

• Review of check register and budget amendments
• HNTB – SLFPAW Crediting Package Task Order
• Environmental Services Task Orders
• Western Tie-In Design
• WJLD Millage discussion

The Administration Committee approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and Commissioners’ expense reports. Several items, including budget amendments and a Bobcat loader purchase, were referred to the June 24 regular board meeting. The HNTB Crediting Package Task Order proposal was deferred.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Commissioners’ expense reports for payment
• Deferred HNTB – SLFPA-W Crediting Package Task Order proposal

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on May 27, 2025. The board will consider levying additional millage rates for the West Jefferson Levee District, which would increase tax revenues by an estimated $6.8 million. They will also vote on numerous motions, including awarding contracts for legal services, purchasing heavy equipment (dump truck, tractors, mowers), and authorizing studies for drainage and surveying.

• Public hearing to consider levying additional millage rates for the West Jefferson Levee District, estimated to collect $6,796,773.07 in new tax revenue.
• Motion to award Bid Number 311 for the Official Journal to The New Orleans Advocate at $4.62 per column inch.
• Motion to authorize purchase of one Kenworth dump truck (up to $210,000) and three John Deere tractors (up to $290,000).
• Motion to authorize a drainage system evaluation for the Peters Road Floodwall (up to $102,700) and a system survey (up to $122,000).
• Resolutions to negotiate legal services contracts with Owen J. Bordelon (up to $150,000), Connick and Connick, LLC (up to $65,000), and Pickering and Cotogno (up to $65,000).

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2025 millage rates for the West Jefferson Levee District, estimating $6,796,773.07 in tax revenues. The Board also authorized several equipment replacements and awarded multiple service contracts. A public hearing was held regarding millage rates with no public comments recorded.

• Approved 2025 millage rates for West Jefferson Levee District (Unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Kenworth dump truck not to exceed $210,000 (Unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of three John Deere tractors not to exceed $290,000 (Unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Bobcat Compact Track Loader not to exceed $120,000 (Unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of three Scag Turf Tiger II mowers not to exceed $45,000 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Official Journal publishing bid to The New Orleans Advocate at $4.62 per column inch (Unanimous)
• Authorized drainage study for Peters Road Floodwall with Digital Engineering not to exceed $102,700 (Unanimous)
• Approved legal service contracts for Owen J. Bordelon ($150k), Connick and Connick ($65k), and Pickering & Cotogno ($65k) (Unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Administration Committee of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will meet to discuss financial matters, including a check register and expense reports, and consider bids for hurricane season supplies, a task order for a crediting package, and other operational items. No final action by the full Commission will be taken.

• Review of check register and budget update
• Selection of environmental services via Request for Qualifications
• Bids for materials and equipment for 2025 hurricane season
• Task order for HNTB crediting package
• Discussion of millage, policy review schedule, and strategic plan update

The Administration Committee approved the Official Journal bid for the 2025-2026 period and authorized payments for commissioners' expenses and employee tuition reimbursement. Several other contracts and equipment purchases were reviewed and recommended for approval at the May 27 regular board meeting.

• Awarded Official Journal bid to The New Orleans Advocate at $4.62 per column inch
• Approved Commissioners’ expense reports for payment
• Approved employee tuition reimbursement request
• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Operations and Maintenance Committee will discuss equipment and material bids for the 2025 hurricane season. The board will also review task orders for drainage inspections and levee work.

• Bids for 2025 hurricane season materials and equipment
• Digital Engineering Peters Road Drainage Inspection Task Order
• Western Tie-in Levee lift
• Bid for 2025-2026 Official Journal
• Environmental Services Request for Qualifications selection

The Operations and Maintenance Committee approved several contract awards and equipment purchase recommendations for final Board approval on May 27, 2025. The committee also concurred on a 15.5-foot levee lift height for the Western Tie in project.

• Awarded bid 312 Materials contracts to Beverly Construction Co., LLC and Otwell Trucking LLC (Unanimous)
• Awarded bid 313 Equipment rental contracts to Beverly Construction Co., LLC and Otwell Services LLC (Unanimous)
• Awarded bid 311 Official Journal to The New Orleans Advocate at $4.62 per column inch
• Recommended $102,700 task order for Digital Engineering and Imaging Inc. for Peters Road Drainage Inspection (Unanimous)
• Recommended $122,000 task order with Dufrene Surveying and Engineering Inc. for System Survey (Unanimous)
• Recommended purchase of Kenworth dump truck not to exceed $210,000 (Unanimous)
• Recommended purchase of three John Deere tractors not to exceed $290,000 (Unanimous)
• Recommended purchase of Bobcat Compact Track Loader not to exceed $120,000 (Unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will vote on a slate of insurance renewals totaling $598,869.93 for the coming year, covering general liability, excess liability, property, auto, workers' comp, and professional liability. The board will also consider several contracts and task orders, including a $282,650 study for levee lift crediting, a $145,000 radiator repair at Harvey Canal Complex, and a $70,620 drainage evaluation for Peters Road Floodwall. Additionally, members will canvass the results of the March 29 special election for the West Jefferson Levee District.

• Canvass results of the March 29, 2025 special election for West Jefferson Levee District
• Authorize $282,650 task order with HNTB for levee lift crediting packages at West Closure Complex
• Authorize $145,000 repair of Harvey Canal Complex radiator with Marine Systems Inc. and Turner Industries
• Authorize $70,620 drainage system evaluation for Peters Road Floodwall with Digital Engineering
• Authorize purchase of one Ford F-450 Diesel Crew Cab for up to $90,000

The Board authorized several insurance renewals for the SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District. It also approved funding for a drainage study at Peters Road Floodwall and repairs to the Harvey Canal Complex radiator. A task order for HNTB regarding Work In Kind Crediting Packages was tabled.

• Approved general liability insurance with Lloyd’s of London for $162,216.06
• Approved excess liability insurance with Lloyd’s of London for $100,031.09
• Approved business auto insurance with Houston Casualty Insurance Company for $200,767.29
• Approved drainage system evaluation for Peters Road Floodwall by Digital Engineering (max $70,620.00)
• Approved Harvey Canal Complex radiator repairs by Marine Systems Inc. and Turner Industries (max $145,000.00)
• Approved purchase of one Ford F-450 Diesel Crew Cab & chassis (max $90,000.00)
• Approved extension of Mississippi River Levee paved path agreement to May 4, 2027
• Tabled HNTB task order for Work In Kind Crediting Packages until May 27, 2025

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The SLFPA-W Administration Committee will meet to discuss the 2025-2026 insurance renewals, financial statements, and budget updates. Other items include equipment purchases for hurricane season, contract renewals, and a policy review schedule. No formal action by the full Commission will be taken at this meeting.

• 2025-2026 Insurance Renewals – Mr. Ryan Daul, USI Insurance
• Review check register, budget update, and financial statements
• Bids – materials and equipment for 2025 hurricane season
• Harvey Canal Complex Radiator Repair
• Jefferson Parish CEA extension

The Administration Committee approved the meeting agenda, the March 10, 2025 minutes, and Commissioners' expense reports. Several proposals, including insurance renewals and equipment purchases, were reviewed and scheduled for approval at the April 29 regular board meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved minutes from March 10, 2025
• Approved Commissioners’ expense reports for payment

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Operations and Maintenance Committee of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will meet to discuss insurance renewals for 2025-2026, safety matters, and several operational items including equipment purchases and bids for the upcoming hurricane season. No final action by the full Commission will be taken at this meeting.

• 2025-2026 Insurance Renewals – presentation by Mr. Ryan Daul of USI Insurance
• Bids – materials and equipment for 2025 hurricane season
• Harvey Canal Complex Radiator Repair
• Jefferson Parish CEA extension
• 2025-2026 Equipment purchases

The Operations and Maintenance Committee voted to recommend four expenditures to the Board for final approval, including drainage inspections and equipment repairs. The committee also reviewed insurance renewals and the status of environmental services qualifications.

• Recommended Digital Engineering for Peters Road-Harvey Canal Drainage Inspection not to exceed $70,620.00 (Unanimous)
• Recommended HNTB Package Task Order not to exceed $282,650.00 (Unanimous)
• Recommended Marine Systems Inc. and Turner Industries for Harvey Canal Complex Radiator repairs not to exceed $145,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Recommended purchase of one Ford F-450 Diesel Crew Cab & chassis not to exceed $90,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (Unanimous)
• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on March 25, 2025. Key items include adopting the FY2025-2026 budget, approving bills for payment, updating safety policy, and adopting a 2025-2030 strategic plan. A motion also seeks to authorize a $71,000 contract for fuel storage tank cleaning at the West Closure Complex.

• Motion to approve and adopt the FY2025-2026 budget for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District
• Motion to approve bills for payment for the three districts
• Motion to adopt revisions to SLFPAW Policy #11-21 Safety, effective March 25, 2025
• Motion to adopt the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan
• Motion to authorize West Closure Complex fuel storage tank cleaning by National Aqua Pressure, not to exceed $71,000

The Board unanimously adopted the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, and approved the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan. Additionally, the Board authorized a fuel storage tank cleaning contract and updated safety policies.

• Approved proposed budget for SLFPA-West, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District for FY ending June 30, 2026 (6-0)
• Adopted 2025-2030 Strategic Plan for SLFPA-West (6-0)
• Authorized West Closure Complex fuel storage tank cleaning by National Aqua Pressure not to exceed $71,000.00 (6-0)
• Authorized adoption of revisions to SLFPAW Policy #11-21 Safety (6-0)
• Approved bills for payment for SLFPA-West, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District (6-0)
• Approved February 25, 2025 regular board meeting minutes (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Operations and Maintenance Committee will discuss several administrative and operational items, including the 2025-2026 budget and insurance renewals. The committee will also review bids for hurricane season materials and equipment.

• 2025-2026 Budget discussion
• 2025-2026 Insurance Renewals
• Bids for 2025 hurricane season materials and equipment
• Harvey Canal radiator repair
• WCC fuel storage tank cleaning

The Operations and Maintenance Committee recommended a contract for fuel storage tank cleaning at the West Closure Complex. The committee also reviewed updates to the employee safety policy and received briefings on insurance renewals and the 2025-2026 budget draft.

• Recommended WCC fuel storage tank cleaning by National Aqua Pressure not to exceed $71,000.00 for Board approval
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Concurred with updates to Employee Handbook policy #11-21-Safety for Board approval

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The SLFPA-W Administration Committee will meet on March 10, 2025, to discuss financial matters including a check register review, budget update, and travel expense reports. Other notable items include 2025-2026 insurance renewals, environmental services RFQ, hurricane season preparation, and a public education campaign. No action by the full Commission will be taken at this committee meeting.

• 2025-2026 Insurance Renewals
• Environmental Services Request for Qualifications
• Bids for materials and equipment for 2025 hurricane season
• Harvey Canal radiator repair and WCC fuel storage tank cleaning
• Public Education Campaign and Records Management

The Administration Committee approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and Commissioners’ expense reports. The committee concurred with a request for WCC fuel storage tank cleaning and updates to the Employee Handbook safety policy, both of which move to further approval stages.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Commissioners’ expense reports for payment
• Concurred with AFE for proposed WCC fuel storage tank cleaning
• Concurred with updates to Employee Handbook policy #11-21- Safety

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will hold a regular board meeting on February 25, 2025. The board will vote on adopting a new 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, revisions to the Performance Evaluation System, and approval of bills for payment. A presentation on the Flood Insurance Classification System is also scheduled.

• Motion to adopt the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan for SLFPA-W
• Motion to adopt revisions to Policy #11-07 Performance Evaluation System to Continuous Performance Management
• Motion to approve bills for payment for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District
• Presentation by Ms. Maggie Talley on the Flood Insurance Classification System
• Approval of minutes from the January 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting

The Board approved revisions to the performance evaluation system and authorized bills for payment. The 2025-2030 Strategic Plan was tabled for further review. The Board also discussed strategies to expedite the WBV 16.2 permit application process.

• Approved bills for payment for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District (5-0)
• Adopted revisions to SLFPAW Policy #11-07 Performance Evaluation System to Continuous Performance Management (5-0)
• Tabled adoption of the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan until March 25, 2025
• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the January 28, 2025 regular board meeting (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-West Operations and Maintenance Committee will meet to discuss several administrative and operational matters. The agenda includes reviews of the budget, employee policy, and the strategic plan.

• 2025-2026 Budget
• Environmental Services Request for Qualifications
• SLFPA-W Employee Policy Review
• Public Education Campaign
• Capital projects update

The Operations and Maintenance Committee reviewed a draft Strategic Plan and an employee handbook policy regarding performance management. Both items were recommended for approval at the February 25, 2025 regular board meeting. The committee also noted that advertisements for an Environmental Services RFQ will begin February 21, 2025.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of Strategic Plan draft for Feb 25 board meeting
• Recommended approval of Employee Handbook policy #11-07 (PES to CPM) for Feb 25 board meeting

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West Administration Committee will meet to discuss financial matters including a check register, budget update, and travel expense reports. Other items include an environmental services request for qualifications, 2025-2026 budget, policy review, public education campaign, strategic plan, records management, staffing, and a legal update.

• Review of check register and budget update
• Environmental Services Request for Qualifications
• 2025-2026 Budget discussion
• SLFPA-W Policy Review schedule and procedures
• Public Education Campaign and Strategic Plan

The Administration Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 14, 2025. Members reviewed a proposed update to the Employee Handbook regarding performance management and the final draft of the Strategic Plan. No substantive policy or financial votes were taken outside of procedural approvals.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved January 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Concurred with Civil Service updates to Employee Handbook policy #11-07 (pending board approval Feb 25)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West will vote on awarding a $422,792 contract for Jazz Walkway lighting to H3 Electric, LLC. The board will also consider adopting revisions to four personnel policies and approve routine bills and financial statements.

• Award Jazz Walkway Lighting bid to H3 Electric, LLC for up to $422,792.12
• Adopt revisions to Policy #11-39 Pay for Employees at Range Maximum
• Adopt revisions to Policy #11-40 Complaint Resolution
• Adopt revisions to Policy #11-41 Disciplinary System
• Adopt revisions to Policy #11-42 Crisis Leave

The Board approved a contract for the Jazz Walkway Lighting project and adopted four revised personnel policies. They also approved bills for payment and financial statements for the Authority and associated levee districts.

• Awarded Jazz Walkway Lighting bid to H3 Electric, LLC for an amount not to exceed $422,792.12 (5-0)
• Approved bills for payment and financial statements for SLFPA-W, West Jefferson Levee District, and Algiers Levee District (5-0)
• Adopted revisions to Policy #11-39 Pay for Employees at Range Maximum- Policy Suspended (5-0)
• Adopted revisions to Policy #11-40 Complaint Resolution (5-0)
• Adopted revisions to Policy #11-41 Disciplinary System (5-0)
• Adopted revisions to Policy #11-42 Crisis Leave (5-0)
• Approved December 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Administration Committee will review financial matters including budget updates and travel expense reports. The meeting also includes discussions on staffing, a public education campaign, and the strategic plan.

• Jazz Walkway Lighting Bid Results and Award Recommendation
• Review of check register, budget, and financial statements
• Review of Commissioners’ travel expense reports
• Capital projects update

The Administration Committee approved an employee tuition reimbursement request and the December 17, 2024 meeting minutes. The committee recommended the approval of four employee handbook policies and a lighting contract for the Jazz Walkway, both pending a regular board meeting on January 28, 2025.

• Approved agenda
• Approved December 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved employee tuition reimbursement request
• Recommended awarding Jazz Walkway Lighting bid to H3 Electric, LLC (not to exceed $422,792.12) for Jan 28 board meeting
• Recommended approval of Employee Handbook policies #11-39, #11-40, #11-41, and #11-42 for Jan 28 board meeting

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Board of Commissioners

The Operations and Maintenance Committee will discuss bid results and a recommendation for the Jazz Walkway lighting project, review employee policies, and receive updates on a public education campaign, strategic plan, and capital projects. No final action by the full commission will be taken at this meeting.

• Jazz Walkway Lighting Bid Results and Award Recommendation
• SLFPA-W Employee Policy Review
• Public Education Campaign update
• Strategic Plan discussion
• Capital projects update

The Operations and Maintenance Committee recommended awarding a lighting bid to H3 Electric, LLC. The committee also reviewed employee handbook policies and received updates on the March 2025 millage renewal campaign.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding Jazz Walkway Lighting bid to H3 Electric, LLC not to exceed 422,792.12 (unanimous)
• Recommended adding an appendix page to the Policy Manual to designate officers and committees