St. Charles Parish public meetings in 2021

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is considering a resolution to issue up to $15,000,000 in revenue bonds for the GOMESA Project. The agenda includes public hearings for ordinances regarding polling place changes and mobile food vendor regulations. The council will also review wastewater audit reports and confirm an appointment to the Housing Authority.

• Resolution for up to $15,000,000 in revenue bonds for the GOMESA Project
• Agreement with South Central Planning and Development Commission not to exceed $30,000.00
• Contract with River Birch Renewable Energy for solid waste collection services
• Architectural services agreement for West Bank Splash Park at Dufresne Community Center
• Proposed changes to mobile food vendor regulations on private commercial property

The Parish Council approved several ordinances including a contract for solid waste collection and a professional services agreement for a West Bank Splash Park. The council also certified the 2021 Assessment Roll and approved the issuance of up to $15 million in revenue bonds for the GOMESA project.

• Certified 2021 Assessment Roll (9-0)
• Approved joining Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority (9-0)
• Approved issuance of up to $15M in revenue bonds for GOMESA Project (9-0)
• Approved change of polling place for Precinct 6-1 in Montz (9-0)
• Approved temporary change of polling places for Precincts 1-2, 1-2A, 3-3, and 6-8 (9-0)
• Approved retail sales from mobile food establishments on private commercial property (9-0)
• Approved contract with River Birch Renewable Energy, LLC for solid waste collection (9-0)
• Approved architectural services for West Bank Splash Park at Edward A. Dufresne Community Center (9-0)

Parish Council

The council is reviewing special election results for mosquito abatement renewal and preparing ordinances for future public hearings. Agenda items include contracts for solid waste collection services and architectural services for a splash park.

• Contract with River Birch Renewable Energy, LLC for Solid Waste Collection Services
• Agreement with Murray Architects, Inc for West Bank Splash Park at Dufresne Community Center
• Rezoning of St. Charles Plaza from C-2 to C-3 classification
• Ordinance permitting mobile food sales on private commercial property
• Resolution to join the Louisiana State-Local Government Opioid Litigation MOU

The Parish Council confirmed Bob Fisher as Chairman and Beth A. Billings as Vice-Chairman for 2022. The council also approved the results of a special election to renew a mosquito abatement tax and joined a state-local opioid litigation agreement.

• Approved results of special election for mosquito abatement tax renewal (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from C-2 to C-3 for St. Charles Plaza (8-0)
• Approved barroom in M-1 zoning district at Dufresne Business Park (8-0)
• Approved joining the Louisiana State-Local Government Opioid Litigation MOU (8-0)
• Confirmed Bob Fisher as 2022 Council Chairman (8-0)
• Confirmed Beth A. Billings as 2022 Council Vice-Chairman (7-1)
• Postponed indefinitely ordinance for $50M Hurricane Recovery Revenue Notes (8-0)
• Approved $2,908.80 decrease for East Bank Multi-Use Path Change Order No. 2 (8-0)

Parish Council

The council is reviewing the FY 2022 consolidated operating and capital budget, including several amendments to various funds. The agenda also includes ordinances for zoning changes, speed limit adjustments, and infrastructure contracts.

• Issuance of up to $50,000,000 in Hurricane Recovery Revenue Notes
• Professional services agreement with GIS Engineering, LLC for $913,980.00
• Rezoning of St. Charles Plaza from C-2 to C-3
• Speed limit reduction on Terrace Street in New Sarpy from 25 to 15 mph
• Property sale in Ormond Plantation Estates for $26,000.00

The Parish Council approved the Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2022 with 11 specific amendments. These changes allocated funds for drainage improvements, park revitalization, and community center upgrades. The council also approved several zoning changes and a professional services agreement for a pump station.

• Approved FY 2022 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget with 11 amendments (8-0)
• Approved $913,980 engineering contract with GIS Engineering, LLC for Montz Pump Station No. 2 (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from M-1 to R-1B and C-2 at Plantation Business Campus (8-0)
• Approved permitting transmission towers in OL zoning district as Special Permit Use (7-0)
• Approved clarification that trucking/heavy equipment businesses are permitted in M-1 districts (7-0)
• Approved $26,000 sale of property at Ormond Plantation Estates to Donna Zanca and Glenn L. Ebeyer, Jr. (7-0)
• Postponed indefinitely speed limit reduction on Terrace Street in New Sarpy (8-0)
• Appointed Vicki Carter, Ernest Eusea, Keondra Milligan, and Katina Summers to Board of Adjustment (7-0)

Parish Council

The council is conducting a hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget. Members approved amendments to reallocate funds toward drainage projects and health and safety supplies. A final public hearing for the ordinance is scheduled for November 15, 2021.

• Increase of $34,295.00 for Des Allemands Bulkhead drainage project
• Addition of $50,000.00 for Health & Safety Rehab materials and supplies
• Public hearing scheduled for November 15, 2021, at 6:00 PM

The Parish Council approved two amendments to the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budget. Ordinance 2021-0159, regarding the appropriation of funds for the consolidated budget, was scheduled for a public hearing on November 15, 2021.

• Approved Amendment No. 3 to reduce general fund revenue for weed and grass cutting by $410,000 in 2021 and $380,000 in 2022, and reduce Sheriff's prisoner maintenance expenses by $400,000 in 2022 (8-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 4 to decrease various District III operating and supply accounts and transfer $30,700 to the Ormond Splash Park revitalization (8-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 2021-0159 (FY 2022 Budget) for November 15, 2021

Parish Council

The Parish Council is conducting a budget hearing regarding the 2022 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget. This includes an ordinance to approve and adopt fund appropriations for the upcoming fiscal year. President Matthew Jewell will present a budget message.

• Ordinance 2021-0159 to approve and adopt funds for the 2022 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget
• Budget message from President Matthew Jewell
• Public hearing regarding fiscal year 2022 budget appropriations

The Parish Council approved two amendments to the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budget. One amendment shifted funds from Council District IV to the Des Allemands Bulkhead, and another increased funding for Health & Safety Rehab. The budget ordinance was scheduled for final passage following further public hearings.

• Approved Amendment No. 1 to decrease various Council District IV operating and supply accounts and increase Road & Drainage - Fund 112 for Des Allemands Bulkhead by $34,295.00 (8-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to add $50,000.00 to Health & Safety Rehab - Materials & Supplies (8-0)
• Denied motion to reduce $150,000.00 for St. Rose Trailhead Pavilion to the Wetland Watchers Park (4-5)
• Denied motion to move $100,000.00 from Wetland Watchers Park to the Westbank Boat Launch in Des Allemands (4-5)
• Scheduled Ordinance 2021-0159 (FY 2022 Budget) for final passage hearings on November 10 and November 15, 2021

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is reviewing the approval of the Fiscal Year 2022 consolidated operating and capital budget. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding engineering contracts, zoning amendments, and speed limit changes.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 consolidated operating and capital budget
• Engineering services for Montz Pump Station No. 2 up to $913,980.00
• Reducing the speed limit on Terrace Street in New Sarpy from 25 to 15 mph
• Sale of property in Ormond Plantation Estates for $26,000.00
• Allowing transmission towers as a Special Permit Use in the OL zoning district

The Parish Council approved a professional services agreement for drainage improvements and endorsed a federal recovery act. Multiple members were appointed to the Industrial Development Board, and nominations were closed for several Board of Adjustment and Planning & Zoning Commission seats.

• Approved engineering services for River Point - River Village Drainage Improvements (9-0)
• Approved waiver from subdivision geometric standards for multiple residents (9-0)
• Approved resolution supporting H.R. 5735 recovery act (9-0)
• Appointed Ricky Bosco to Industrial Development Board (9-0)
• Appointed Robert A. Colon, Jr. to Industrial Development Board (9-0)
• Appointed Corey Faucheux to Industrial Development Board (9-0)
• Accepted resignation of Michael J. Dunn from Planning & Zoning Commission (9-0)
• Approved minutes from Sept 7, Sept 20, and Oct 4 meetings (9-0)

Parish Council

The Council is introducing the proposed 2022 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget for public hearings. Also on the agenda are public hearings for several engineering contracts and a property acquisition for the Hahnville Branch Library. Additionally, the Council will hear an ordinance to suspend certain flood elevation requirements for structures damaged by Hurricane Ida.

• Proposed 2022 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget
• $625,000 property purchase at 15090 River Road for Hahnville Branch Library
• $128,170 contract with Principal Engineering, Inc. for drainage improvements
• $243,028 engineering contract for Barber Road Bank Stabilization
• Suspension of flood elevation requirements for Hurricane Ida-damaged structures

The Parish Council approved several engineering contracts and state funding agreements for infrastructure. They also voted to suspend certain flood insurance map elevation requirements for properties damaged by Hurricane Ida and authorized the purchase of a library site.

• Approved $625,000 purchase of 15090 River Road for Hahnville Branch Library (8-1)
• Approved suspension of Preliminary Digital Flood Insurance Map elevation requirements for Hurricane Ida damaged properties (9-0)
• Approved $243,028 engineering contract for Barber Road Bank Stabilization (9-0)
• Approved $192,000 engineering contract for Oxidation Pond Hwy. 3127 (9-0)
• Approved $43,529.73 change order for Schexnaydre Pump Station Improvements (8-1)
• Approved $950,000 state agreement for infrastructure and parks (9-0)
• Approved $750,000 state agreement for Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway Extension (9-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 state agreement for drainage improvements (9-0)

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing preliminary approval for up to $50,000,000 in hurricane recovery notes and receiving updates on Hurricane Ida recovery efforts. The agenda also includes property acquisition for a library and various infrastructure service contracts.

• Preliminary approval for up to $50,000,000 in Hurricane Recovery Revenue Notes
• Property purchase at 15090 River Road for Hahnville Branch Library for $625,000.00
• Engineering services contract for Barber Road Bank Stabilization not to exceed $243,028.00
• Change order for Schexnaydre Pump Station Improvements increasing contract by $43,529.73
• 12-month suspension of flood insurance map elevation requirements for Hurricane Ida damaged structures

The Parish Council approved the issuance of up to $50 million for hurricane recovery and updated polling locations for the November 13, 2021 election. The council also set a revised public hearing schedule for the 2022 budget. Several ordinances regarding infrastructure and property sales were scheduled for public hearings on October 18.

• Approved issuance of up to $50,000,000 in Hurricane Recovery Revenue Notes (8-0)
• Approved election date change for mosquito abatement renewal canvass (8-0)
• Approved emergency ordinance for temporary polling place changes for Nov 13, 2021 election (8-0)
• Approved revised 2022 Budget public hearing dates for Nov 9, Nov 10, and Nov 15 (8-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council will discuss a resolution regarding National Flood Insurance Program reauthorization and Risk Rating 2.0 implementation. The meeting also includes Hurricane Ida recovery updates from Entergy Louisiana, LLC and DRC Emergency Services, LLC. Due to courthouse damage, the meeting is held at the Edward A. Dufrense Community Center.

• Resolution 2021-0248 regarding NFIP reauthorization and Risk Rating 2.0 implementation
• Hurricane Ida Recovery Update from Entergy Louisiana, LLC
• Hurricane Ida Recovery Update from DRC Emergency Services, LLC

The Parish Council approved a resolution supporting the Coalition for Sustainable Flood Insurance (CSFI) regarding National Flood Insurance Program reauthorization. The council also received recovery updates following Hurricane Ida from Entergy Louisiana, DRC Emergency Services, and Pelican Waste.

• Temporarily suspended Council Rule 1 (8-0)
• Amended Resolution 2021-0248 to include language regarding Risk Rating 2.0 transparency (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-0248 supporting CSFI and requesting NFIP reauthorization and delay of Risk Rating 2.0 (8-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is holding public hearings on several ordinances related to infrastructure and recovery following Hurricane Ida. Proposed items include engineering contracts for road and bank stabilization and a property acquisition for the Hahnville Branch Library. An emergency ordinance was also presented to waive certain building permit fees for hurricane-related repairs.

• Emergency ordinance to waive local permit and inspection fees for Hurricane Ida repairs through February 28, 2022
• $625,000 property purchase at 15090 River Road for the Hahnville Branch Library
• Engineering contract with Richard C. Lambert Consultants, LLC for Barber Road Bank Stabilization up to $243,028.00
• $43,529.73 contract increase for Schexnaydre Pump Station Improvements
• Engineering contract with EJES INCORPORATED for Kinler and Paul Frederick roadway improvements up to $385,955.00

The Parish Council approved an emergency ordinance to waive certain local permit, plan review, and inspection fees for repairs necessitated by Hurricane Ida. Additionally, the Council passed a resolution requesting emergency flood prevention repairs from the U.S. Corps of Engineers. Several previously scheduled ordinances were postponed indefinitely due to the storm.

• Approved emergency ordinance to waive local permit and inspection fees for Hurricane Ida repairs through Feb 28, 2022 (9-0)
• Approved emergency resolution requesting U.S. Corps of Engineers assess and implement emergency flood prevention repairs (9-0)
• Postponed indefinitely Professional Services Agreement with Richard C. Lambert Consultants, LLC for Barber Road Bank Stabilization (9-0)
• Postponed indefinitely Change Order No. 1 for Schexnaydre Pump Station Improvements (9-0)
• Postponed indefinitely Professional Services Agreement with EJES INCORPORATED for Kinler and Paul Frederick Roadway and Drainage Improvements (9-0)
• Postponed indefinitely Professional Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc. for Oxidation Pond Hwy. 3127 (9-0)
• Postponed indefinitely Act of Sale for property at 15090 River Road for Hahnville Branch Library (9-0)
• Temporarily suspended Council Rule 1 (9-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding engineering services and infrastructure projects. This includes a proposed property acquisition for the Hahnville Branch Library and various drainage and roadway improvements. Public hearings are also scheduled for upcoming utility upgrades and runoff protection regulations.

• $625,000 property purchase at 15090 River Road for the Hahnville Branch Library
• $243,028 engineering services contract for Barber Road Bank Stabilization
• $385,955 engineering services contract for Kinler and Paul Frederick Roadway/Drainage Improvements
• $192,000 engineering services contract for Oxidation Pond Hwy. 3127
• $43,529.73 change order for Schexnaydre Pump Station Improvements

The Parish Council approved several professional services agreements for drainage and roadway projects, a contract for water plant filter upgrades, and a new ordinance to protect properties from runoff. The Council also approved a special use permit for a barroom in Luling and a retirement coverage agreement for the Public Defenders Office.

• Approved $394,304 contract with Pintail Contracting Services for West Bank A Plant Filter Upgrade (9-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with All South Consulting Engineers for Des Allemands Bulkhead (9-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Volkert, Inc. for Evangeline Road & CN Railroad Box Culvert (9-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with CSRS, Inc. for Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway Extension (9-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Duplantis Design Group for Des Allemands Boat Launch (9-0)
• Approved ordinance adding 'Adjacent Lot Runoff Protection' regulations to Parish Code (9-0)
• Approved special use permit for a barroom at 15 Dufresne Loop, Luling (9-0)
• Approved retirement coverage agreement for St. Charles Parish Public Defenders Office (9-0)

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is reviewing several infrastructure and engineering agreements, including projects for drainage and road improvements. The meeting includes a public hearing on an ordinance regarding runoff protection from property fill. The agenda also covers tax levies and a donation to Entergy Louisiana, L.L.C.

• $1,399,825 contract with LA Contracting Enterprise, LLC for Memorial Plaza Project
• $394,304 contract with Pintail Contracting Services, LLC for West Bank A Plant Filter Upgrade
• $130,590.28 change order for East Bank Transmission Line Repair/Replacement
• Ordinance regarding 'Adjacent Lot Runoff Protection' for property fill
• Professional services agreement with All South Consulting Engineers, LLC

The Parish Council approved a contract for the St. Charles Parish Memorial Plaza and adopted updated advalorem millage rates. The council also passed several ordinances related to drainage engineering, zoning for transmission towers, and wastewater repairs.

• Approved $1,399,825.00 contract for St. Charles Parish Memorial Plaza (8-0)
• Approved advalorem millage rates for general parochial purposes and other services (8-0)
• Approved $130,590.28 increase for East Bank Transmission Line Repair (8-0)
• Approved zoning amendment permitting transmission towers in specific districts as Special Permit Use (7-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for recordation of variances with the Clerk of Court (8-0)
• Approved resolution supporting resumption of Federal Offshore Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico (7-0)
• Appointed Sara Champion to the St. Charles Parish Civil Service Board (8-0)
• Approved donation to Entergy Louisiana, L.L.C. for Bayou Gauche Fire Department (7-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing ordinances for final passage, including property tax levies and various infrastructure contracts. The meeting also includes public hearings on sewer system standards and the allocation of ARPA funds for wastewater improvements.

• $1,399,825 contract for the St. Charles Parish Memorial Plaza Project
• $5,157,026 budget amendment adding ARPA funds for wastewater projects
• $130,590.28 increase for East Bank Transmission Line Repair/Replacement
• Ordinance regarding transmission towers as residential accessory uses
• Donation to Entergy Louisiana for the Bayou Gauche Fire Department

The Parish Council approved several budget amendments, including $5.1M in American Rescue Plan Act funds for sewer lift stations and pipe lining. The council also authorized engineering contracts for sewer master plans and appointed members to the Civil Service and Communications boards.

• Approved $5,157,026 in ARPA funds for wastewater improvements (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for $79,427,823 in governmental fund adjustments (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for sales tax revenue and grants for roads, recreation, and drainage (7-0)
• Approved wastewater infrastructure testing language update (7-0)
• Approved engineering contract amendments for West Bank and East Bank Sewer Master Plans (7-0)
• Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Building Code Plan Review and Inspections (7-0)
• Approved funding application for Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway Extension Project Phase I (7-0)
• Appointed Brett Terrebonne, Sam Zinna, and Johnny Bourgeois to parish boards (7-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding sewer system infrastructure and budget amendments. This includes the allocation of over $5 million in ARCA relief funds for wastewater improvements. The council will also address engineering contract amendments and building code inspection agreements.

• Allocation of $5,157,026 in ARPA funds for wastewater projects including the New Sarpy Booster Lift Station and pipe lining
• Contract amendments for engineering services regarding West Bank, East Bank, and Luling sewer master plans
• Ordinance to install "NO PARKING" signs on Johnson Street and Beck Street in Ama
• Change order of $63,750 for the West Bank River Intake Modification Project
• Agreement with South Central Planning & Development Commission for building code plan reviews

The Parish Council approved a federally funded agreement to elevate flood-prone homes and authorized a grant application for housing preservation. The council also approved several zoning waivers and a contract for wastewater monitoring.

• Approved $5,085,336 agreement to elevate 31 residential flood prone structures (9-0)
• Approved grant application for USDA Rural Housing Service 2021 Housing Preservation Grant Program (9-0)
• Approved $220,500 professional services agreement with Comite Resources, Inc. for wastewater monitoring (9-0)
• Approved installation of 'NO PARKING' signs on Johnson Street and Beck Street in Ama (9-0)
• Approved $63,750 change order for West Bank River Intake Modification Project (9-0)
• Approved zoning waiver for Sunset Ridge Development, LLC (6-3)
• Approved zoning waivers for Wise Properties, LLC (9-0) and Salvador Puglise, Joyce Puglise, and Amber Hospitality, LLC (9-0)
• Postponed indefinitely budget amendment 2021-0169 for ARPA wastewater funds (9-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding water revenue bonds and budget amendments. These items include the allocation of ARPA funds for wastewater infrastructure and sales tax revenue for local projects.

• $16,000,000 bond issuance for Consolidated Waterworks and Wastewater District No. 1
• Allocation of $5,157,026.50 in ARPA funds for wastewater infrastructure improvements
• $824,000 contract for HVAC system replacement at the Parish Courthouse
• Rezoning of 0.646 acres in Des Allemands from C-3 to R-1A(M)
• $220,500 professional services agreement with Comite Resources, Inc.

The Council approved the issuance of up to $16 million in Taxable Water Revenue Refunding Bonds. Other actions included approving a courthouse HVAC replacement and zoning changes in Des Allemands.

• Approved issuance of up to $16M in Taxable Water Revenue Refunding Bonds (7-0)
• Approved $824,000 contract for Courthouse AHU-5 HVAC System Replacement (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from C-3 to R-1A(M) at 228 Twin Bridge Road (7-0)
• Approved 'NO PARKING' signs on Destrehan Drive (7-0)
• Approved change of Polling Place for Precinct 6-1 to Montz Community Center (7-0)
• Approved $230,903.48 for East Bank Multi-Use Path Phase VI (6-1)
• Postponed budget amendments 2021-0167 and 2021-0168 indefinitely (6-1)
• Appointed St. Charles Herald-Guide as Official Journal (7-0)

Legislative AD-HOC Subcommittee

The subcommittee is reviewing ordinance 2019-0061 regarding drainage and flood control. The proposal seeks to add 'Adjacent Lot Runoff Protection' to the Parish Code of Ordinances. This item was previously postponed and referred to the committee.

• Ordinance 2019-0061: adding regulations to protect adjacent properties from increased runoff when fill is added to a lot

Parish Council

The council reviewed a $16 million bond issuance for Consolidated Waterworks and Wastewater District No. 1. The agenda included courthouse HVAC replacement and changes to polling locations in Montz. Other items addressed zoning updates and contract amendments for local projects.

• $16,000,000 bond issuance for Consolidated Waterworks and Wastewater District No. 1
• $824,000 courthouse HVAC replacement contract with ARC Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
• Polling place change for Precinct 6-1 to Montz Community Center
• $230,903.48 increase for East Bank Multi-Use Path Phase VI
• Zoning change at 228 Twin Bridge Road in Des Allemands

The Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including asphalt pavement maintenance and drainage improvements. It also authorized $800,000 in state funds for drainage in Destrehan and Montz and confirmed multiple board appointments.

• Approved $2,563,450 contract with Barriere Construction Co., LLC for asphalt pavement maintenance (9-0)
• Approved $1,182,515 contract with Byron E. Talbot Contractor, Inc. for Fifth Street Drainage Improvements (9-0)
• Approved $300,000 state allocation for Destrehan drainage improvements (9-0)
• Approved $500,000 state allocation for Montz drainage improvements (9-0)
• Approved agreement with St. Charles Parish School Board for Summer Food Service Program (9-0)
• Approved geotechnical services agreement with Eustis Engineering, LLC for Ormond CN Railway Culverts (9-0)
• Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with P.A.C.E. (7-2)
• Appointed Randy Petit, Jr. and David P. Schexnaydre, Sr. to Planning & Zoning Commission (8-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances and contracts related to infrastructure and public services. This includes agreements for drainage improvements, road maintenance, and a summer food program. The council is also considering a resolution for a special election regarding mosquito abatement tax renewal.

• Asphalt Pavement Maintenance contract with Barriere Construction Co., LLC for $2,563,450.00
• Fifth Street Drainage Improvements contract with Byron E. Talbot Contractor, Inc. for $1,182,515.00
• Rezoning of 112 Monsanto Avenue in Luling from R-1A to C-2
• Resolution calling a special election for mosquito abatement tax renewal
• Agreement with the School Board for the Summer Food Service Program

The Parish Council approved a resolution to hold a special election for a mosquito abatement tax renewal. Several ordinances were passed regarding zoning, waste management, and infrastructure amendments. The Council also closed nominations for three advisory and commission appointments.

• Approved special election for mosquito abatement tax renewal (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-1A to C-2 at 112 Monsanto Avenue, Luling (8-0)
• Approved amendment to garbage and trash ordinances regarding land clearing (8-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Sacred Heart of Jesus Roman Catholic Church (8-0)
• Approved engineering amendment for Spillway Road rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved engineering amendment for East Bank C Plant Filter Upgrade (8-0)
• Approved increased minimum concrete thickness for street design standards (8-0)
• Approved updated land use application fees (8-0)

Parish Council

The council is reviewing ordinances regarding zoning changes, waste management, and engineering amendments for road and water projects. The agenda also includes a proposed lease with Sacred Heart of Jesus Roman Catholic Church and appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission.

• Rezoning 112 Monsanto Avenue in Luling from R-1A to C-2
• Lease agreement with Sacred Heart of Jesus Roman Catholic Church in Norco
• Engineering services amendment for Spillway Road rehabilitation
• Engineering services amendment for East Bank C Plant Filter Upgrade
• Property donation from Esperanza Land LLC for animal shelter parking

The Parish Council passed a resolution opposing Senate Bill No. 226 regarding the Southeast Louisiana Taxing District. The council also approved several professional service agreements for pump stations and sewer mains, and accepted a land donation for the animal shelter.

• Approved resolution opposing Senate Bill No. 226 (9-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with GIS Engineering, LLC for Montz Pump Station (9-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Hartman Engineering, Inc. for Cousins pump station sewer force mains (9-0)
• Approved land donation from Esperanza Land LLC for animal shelter parking lot (9-0)
• Approved resolution to accept completion of Ellington Pump Station (9-0)
• Approved grant application for LCDBG-CV HVAC Improvements Program (9-0)
• Postponed indefinitely engineering services agreement with AIMS Group, Inc. for Ormond Oaks Channel Project (9-0)
• Approved April 5, 2021 meeting minutes (9-0)

Parish Council

The council is considering several professional service agreements for pump station and channel projects. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for property in Des Allemands and appointments to local boards.

• Rezoning 3.255 acres at 17344 Highway 90, Des Allemands, to low-density residential
• Agreement with GIS Engineering, LLC for the Montz Pump Station
• Agreement with AIMS Group, Inc. for the Ormond Oaks Channel Project
• Agreement with Hartman Engineering, Inc. for Cousins pump station sewer relocation
• Appointment of Annie Harmon to the Library Board of Control

The Parish Council approved several land donations, including a large tract from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and a park area from River Road Estates, LLC. The council also approved a zoning change in Des Allemands and requested two traffic studies from the state. Additionally, two board appointments were confirmed.

• Approved 109.8-acre land donation from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. for boat launch and park (9-0)
• Approved zoning change to Low Density Residential for 3.255 acres at 17344 Highway 90 (9-0)
• Approved renaming Brazan Street to Stonecrest Drive (9-0)
• Approved sewer system evaluation contract with Compliance Envirosystems, LLC (9-0)
• Approved Act of Dedication for River Road Estates Subdivision Phase 1 (9-0)
• Approved donation of 52,245 sq. ft. for Pretty Acres Park from River Road Estates, LLC (9-0)
• Requested DOTD traffic studies for right turn lanes at LA 61 & Evangeline Road and LA 61 & CC Road (9-0)
• Appointed Frances (Annie) F. Harmon to Library Board and James Robert to Board of Adjustment (9-0)

Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee

The Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee will hold a general discussion regarding the bonding of St. Charles Parish GOMESA funds. These funds are intended for drainage and infrastructure improvements.

• General discussion regarding Bonding of St. Charles Parish GOMESA Funds (2021-0060) for Drainage/Infrastructure Improvements

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding zoning changes, street renaming, and land donations. This includes a proposal to accept 109.8 acres from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. for a park at Bayou Des Allemands. The council will also consider sewer system evaluation contracts and various rezoning requests.

• Donation of approximately 109.8 acres from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. for a boat launch and park
• Rezoning 3.255 acres at 17344 Highway 90 from commercial to low density residential
• Renaming Brazan Street in Hahnville to Stonecrest Drive
• Sewer system evaluation agreement with Compliance Envirosystems, LLC
• Rezoning 130,697 sq. ft. in Destrehan from business park to low density residential

The Parish Council approved professional services agreements for canal cleaning and drainage improvements. Two zoning change requests were denied, including one for the Plantation Business Campus. The Council also approved a resolution supporting Councilwoman Marilyn B. Bellock for a state association board.

• Approved zoning change to R-1M for 16459, 16479, and 16481 LA 631 (9-0)
• Denied zoning change from M-1 to R-1B at River Road and Campus Drive East (3-6)
• Approved surveying contract with Bryant Hammett & Associates for Primrose Canal (9-0)
• Approved engineering contract with H. Davis Cole & Associates for Murray Hill and Destrehan Drive drainage (9-0)
• Denied land donation from Ashton Plantation Estates to extend Deputy Jeff G. Watson Drive (4-5)
• Approved resolution supporting Councilwoman Bellock for Police Jury Association of Louisiana board (9-0)
• Approved Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for annual audit (9-0)
• Accepted resignation of Cory Savoie from Board of Adjustment (8-0)

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is reviewing a resolution to issue up to $16,000,000 in taxable water revenue refunding bonds for the Consolidated Waterworks and Wastewater District No. 1. The agenda also includes several zoning changes and contracts for drainage and road projects.

• Rezoning of 130,697 sq. ft. at Plantation Business Campus from M-1 to R-1B
• $1,157,156 contract for Spillway Road Rehabilitation
• $788,000 construction contract for West Bank Yard Building
• $1,605,007 expenditure increase for Fund 113 - Recreation
• Engineering services for Murray Hill Drive and Destrehan Drive Drainage

The Parish Council approved a resolution to apply for $16 million in taxable water revenue refunding bonds. The council also authorized several public works contracts and a budget amendment for recreation projects.

• Approved application for up to $16M in taxable water revenue refunding bonds (9-0)
• Approved contract with Omega Foundation Services, Inc. for Spillway Road Rehabilitation for $1,157,156.00 (9-0)
• Approved construction contract with TBT Contracting, Inc. for West Bank Yard Building for $788,000.00 (9-0)
• Approved budget amendment adding $1,349,007 in revenue and $1,605,007 in expenditures for Fund 113 - Recreation (9-0)
• Approved agreement with Adams and Reese, LLP for governmental affairs representation (9-0)
• Approved letter of support for the New Orleans East Landbridge project (9-0)
• Approved MB3, Inc. as successor to GCR, Inc. for three professional services agreements (9-0)
• Tabled ordinance regarding land donation from Ashton Plantation Estates, L.L.C.

Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee

The committee will consider a resolution for the Consolidated Waterworks and Wastewater District No. 1 to apply for authority to issue up to $16,000,000 in taxable water revenue refunding bonds. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding bonding GOMESA funds for drainage and infrastructure improvements.

• Resolution 2021-0049: Up to $16,000,000 in taxable water revenue refunding bonds
• Discussion on bonding St. Charles Parish GOMESA funds for drainage/infrastructure improvements

Parish Council

The council is reviewing several ordinances, including a budget amendment to add over $1.6 million in expenditures for recreation projects. The agenda also includes proposed contracts for road rehabilitation and building construction. Additionally, the body will consider zoning changes and land donations.

• $1,157,156 contract for Spillway Road Rehabilitation
• $788,000 construction contract for West Bank Yard Building
• Budget amendment adding $1,605,007 in expenditures for recreation projects
• Zoning change for 146 acres in Bayou Gauche from R-1B to O-L
• Bond election resolution for Hospital Service District No. 1

The Parish Council approved an election for Hospital Service District No. 1 to authorize debt and bonds. The council also approved one zoning change and several land donations and expropriations for levee protection, while denying two other zoning requests.

• Approved election for Hospital Service District No. 1 to authorize debt and bonds (9-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-1B to O-L for land south of Grand Bayou Road (9-0)
• Denied zoning change from R-1A to R-1A(M) at 312 Griffin Drive (2-7)
• Denied zoning change from C-3 to M-1 at 150 Almedia Plantation Drive (2-7)
• Approved Act of Donation from Ashton Plantation Estates, L.L.C. for land at Ashton Boulevard (9-0)
• Approved land expropriations for West Bank Hurricane Protection Levee, Phase III (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved installation of all-way stop signs at Lac Laurier Drive and Lac Verret Drive (9-0)
• Approved resolution opposing excessive force against nonviolent civil rights demonstrations (8-1)

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is reviewing ordinances for zoning changes in Ama and St. Rose. The agenda also includes land donations from Ashton Plantation Estates, L.L.C. and an emergency polling place change for Montz. Public hearings for several items are scheduled for February 8, 2021.

• $180,000 budget amendment for Planning and Zoning professional services
• Zoning changes at 312 Griffin Drive in Ama and 150 Almedia Plantation Drive in St. Rose
• Land donations from Ashton Plantation Estates, L.L.C. to the Parish
• Emergency polling place change for Precinct 6-1 in Montz
• Land purchases by Lafourche Basin Levee District for hurricane protection levee projects

The Parish Council approved the purchase of property at 110 Ducayet Drive for drainage improvements and authorized an intergovernmental agreement for the Davis Pond Freshwater Diversion Project. The council also approved several subdivision regulation waivers and an industrial tax exemption for Green Shutter Teas, LLC. A budget amendment for the Comprehensive Land Use Plan was passed 6-2.

• Approved installation of all-way stop signs at Shaw Street and Pine Street (8-0)
• Approved revised Intergovernmental Agreement for Davis Pond Freshwater Diversion Project (8-0)
• Approved purchase of 110 Ducayet Drive for drainage improvements (8-0)
• Approved $180,000 budget amendment for Comprehensive Land Use Plan (6-2)
• Postponed indefinitely resolution for Destrehan Pump Station 2 Improvements funding (8-0)
• Approved subdivision regulation waivers for Julie & Billy Baker and Nicole Goodson (8-0)
• Approved amendments to Planning and Zoning Commission meeting rules (8-0)
• Approved Industrial Tax Exemption application for Green Shutter Teas, LLC (8-0)

Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee

The committee will discuss a request for funding from the Public Defender’s Office. Members will also review an Industrial Tax Exemption application for Green Shutter Teas, LLC in St. Rose.

• Funding request discussion for the Public Defender's Office (2020-0351)
• Industrial Tax Exemption application for Green Shutter Teas, LLC (2021-0015)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing ordinances for property purchases in Destrehan and new stop signs in Hahnville. The agenda also includes a $180,000 budget amendment for land use planning and zoning changes in St. Rose.

• $288,254 contract with BLD Services, LLC for Lone Star Sewer Rehabilitation
• $180,000 budget amendment for the Parish Comprehensive Land Use Plan update
• Property purchase at 110 Ducayet Drive, Destrehan, for drainage improvements
• Zoning change for 7.2 acres in Fairview Plantation, St. Rose
• $58,800 funding application for Public Works office renovations

The Parish Council approved a $277,000 agreement to update the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and authorized contracts for sewer rehabilitation and road reconstruction. A zoning change request for a property in St. Rose was denied, and several council members were appointed as committee chairmen.

• Approved $277,000 agreement with The Center for Planning Excellence, Inc. for Land Use Plan update (6-3)
• Approved Lakewood Drive Reconstruction agreement with DOTD (9-0)
• Approved $288,254 contract with BLD Services, LLC for Lone Star Sewer Rehabilitation (9-0)
• Denied zoning change from M-1 to R-1M for 7.2 acres in Fairview Plantation Subdivision (0-9)
• Approved Act of Dedication for River Place Estates Phase 1 (9-0)
• Approved $58,800 grant application for Public Works Director’s Office Restroom Renovation (9-0)
• Approved grant application for Water Meter Replacement Project (9-0)
• Appointed Olivia Tate to the Board of Adjustment as District I Representative (9-0)