St. Charles Parish public meetings in 2023

Parish Council

The council is reviewing agreements for the Hurricane Ida Recovery Fund and professional services for right-of-way acquisition. They are also addressing budget amendments and upcoming public hearings for canal cleaning and property acquisitions.

• $150,000 agreement with MB3 Inc. for Right of Way Acquisition
• Intergovernmental agreement for the Hurricane Ida Recovery Fund
• $26,000 testing services contract for Primrose Canal Cleaning
• $2,757,000 contract for Primrose Canal Cleaning (scheduled for public hearing)
• Property purchase at 679 West Pine Street (scheduled for public hearing)

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing several ordinances including a $2.75 million canal cleaning contract and proposed adjustments to water and sewer user charges. The agenda also includes property exchanges, zoning changes in Killona, and various public hearings scheduled for December 18, 2023.

• Contract with Omega Foundation Services, Inc. for Primrose Canal cleaning ($2,757,000.00)
• Ordinance to limit annual water and sewer user charge adjustments to between 0.00% and 2.5%
• Change order for St. Charles Parish Memorial Plaza to decrease contract by $2,158.05
• Zoning change from O-L to M-2 for approximately 317 acres in Killona
• Property purchase at 676 West Pine Street, Norco for drainage improvements

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances including a zoning change for 317 acres in Killona and various public works agreements. The agenda also includes discussions on road maintenance, drainage improvements, and property sales.

• Zoning change from O-L to M-2 for approximately 317 acres in Killona
• Ormond Center Drainage Improvements amendment not to exceed $171,763.00
• Crescent Engineering & Mapping, LLC surveying services not to exceed $150,000.00
• Ama Drainage Improvements change order of $80,971.85
• Des Allemands Phase 1 Bulkhead contract for $6,226,996.00

Parish Council

The Parish Council approved three amendments to the 2024 consolidated operating and capital budget. These changes include adjustments to ad valorem revenues across several funds and increases to personal services accounts following recent election results.

• Amendment No. 1: Adjustments to ad valorem revenues for General, Flood Protection, Road Lighting, Drainage, Recreation, Mosquito Control, and Wastewater funds
• Amendment No. 2: $109,040 increase in personal services accounts following Home Rule Charter amendment results
• Amendment No. 3: $75,000 for Monsanto Park fencing and bleacher covers
• Resolution to declare election results for the ARC special tax and Home Rule Charter amendments
• Contract for Des Allemands Phase 1 Bulkhead in the amount of $6,226,996.00

Parish Council

The Parish Council met to finalize the Fiscal Year 2024 operating and capital budget. Approved amendments include tax revenue increases for various funds and funding for several park improvements. The council also authorized a fund transfer for a new vehicle.

• Ad valorem tax revenue increases for General, Flood Protection, Drainage, and other funds
• $225,000 for Ama Park basketball court resurfacing
• $75,000 for fencing and bleacher covers at Monsanto Park
• $63,000 for a new restroom at Ed Reed Park
• $60,000 transfer from the Sheriff's Office to purchase a new RSVP van

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing the proposed 2024 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget through scheduled public hearings. Other business includes ordinances for transit funding, drainage improvements, and water treatment plant repairs.

• Proposed 2024 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget
• Contract with Pintail Contracting Services, LLC for East Bank Water Treatment Plant repairs ($2,300,000.00)
• Amendment to Crescent Engineering & Mapping, LLC for King and Hahn Street Drainage Improvements (not to exceed $149,707.00)
• Amendment to AIMS Group, Inc. for Ormond Oaks Channel (not to exceed $67,403.00)
• Change order for E. Dufresne Community Center repairs ($138,567.00)

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing the proposed 2024 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget through a series of public hearings. Other business includes water treatment plant repairs, community center maintenance, and various zoning changes.

• Proposed 2024 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget
• $2,300,000.00 contract for East Bank Water Treatment Plant Hurricane Ida Repairs
• $138,567.00 change order for E. Dufresne Community Center repairs
• $57,000.00 professional services agreement for Des Allemands Bulkhead testing
• Zoning changes for Ashton Plantation and Willow Street

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing the proposed 2024 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget through upcoming public hearings. Other business includes several proclamations, recognition items, and various ordinances regarding zoning and infrastructure.

• Proposed 2024 Parish Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget
• Zoning change for Ashton Plantation Estates, LLC at Tract 11
• Zoning change for 519 Willow Street in Boutte
• Installation of all-way stop signs at Stanton Hall Drive, Panther Run, and Nottaway Drive
• Professional services agreement with Alpha Testing and Inspection, Inc. for $57,000.00

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing several ordinances for public hearings, including road maintenance amendments and construction contracts. The agenda also includes various proclamations and a resolution regarding subdivision regulations.

• Amendment to Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc. contract for Road Maintenance 2022-23
• Professional Services Agreement with Alpha Testing and Inspection, Inc. for Primrose Canal Cleaning ($26,000.00)
• Contract with Sage Construction, LLC for Rathborne Park Development Restroom Facility ($351,000.00)
• Subdivision regulation waiver request for Almedia Gardens, LLC
• Proclamations for Constitution Week, National Child Passenger Safety Week, and Alligator Weekend

The Parish Council approved a construction contract for restrooms at Rathborne Park and a subdivision regulation waiver for Almedia Gardens, LLC. One professional services agreement for canal cleaning was postponed and rescheduled for a later hearing.

• Approved $351,000 contract with Sage Construction, LLC for Rathborne Park Development Restroom Facility (8-0)
• Approved resolution endorsing a subdivision regulation waiver for Almedia Gardens, LLC (6-2)
• Approved minutes from August 28, 2023 meeting (8-0)
• Postponed and reintroduced File No. 2023-0229 regarding Alpha Testing and Inspection, Inc. for Primrose Canal Cleaning (8-0)

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing several ordinances including a $351,000 contract for Rathborne Park restroom facilities and various zoning amendments. The agenda also includes appointments to the Industrial Development Board and the Communications District.

• Contract with Sage Construction, LLC for Rathborne Park Development Restroom Facility: $351,000.00
• Professional Services Agreement with Alpha Testing and Inspection, Inc. for Primrose Canal Cleaning: $26,000.00
• Zoning change from C-1 to R-1A at 138 & 164 Schexnaydre Lane, Hahnville
• Zoning change from R-1A to C-2 at 191, 195, and 199 Goodhope Street, Norco
• Professional Services Agreement with Murray Architects Inc. for Courthouse 1st Floor Renovation: $217,685.00

The Parish Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including courthouse renovations and road testing. The council also passed two zoning amendments and merged voting precincts. Three board appointments were decided, and several emergency and drainage resolutions were approved.

• Approved $217,685 contract with Murray Architects Inc. for courthouse 1st floor renovation (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from C-1 to R-1A at 138 & 164 Schexnaydre Lane (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-1A to C-2 at 191, 195, and 199 Goodhope Street (8-0)
• Approved ordinance to merge voting precincts (8-0)
• Approved $40,000 contract with Alpha Testing and Inspection, Inc. for road maintenance (8-0)
• Approved lease agreement with D.J.V., LLC for Workforce Development Board Office (8-0)
• Appointed Michael D. Heath to Communications District (8-0)
• Appointed Timothy J. Vial and Billy Raymond to Industrial Development Board (7-1)

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing several ordinances including zoning amendments for properties in Hahnville and Norco. Items also include professional service agreements for road maintenance, courthouse renovations, and park improvements.

• Zoning change from C-1 to R-1A at 138 & 164 Schexnaydre Lane, Hahnville
• Zoning change from R-1A to C-2 at 191, 195, and 199 Goodhope Street, Norco
• Road Maintenance 2022-23 testing services with Alpha Testing and Inspection, Inc. for $40,000.00
• St. Charles Parish Courthouse 1st Floor Renovation design services with Murray Architects Inc. for $217,685.00
• West Bank Bridge Park Tennis and Pickleball Courts improvements with Quality Court Industries, LLC for $435,132.00

The Parish Council approved a contract for tennis and pickleball court improvements and passed two zoning changes. They also lowered the speed limit on Riverwood Drive and closed nominations for three board appointments.

• Approved $435,132 contract with Quality Court Industries, LLC for West Bank Bridge Park Tennis and Pickleball Courts (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from C-3 to R-1A(M) at 429 Good Children Street, Boutte (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from C-3 to M-1 at 275 I-310 Service Road, St. Rose (8-0)
• Approved lowering speed limit to 20 mph on Riverwood Drive in Riverwood Estates (8-0)
• Closed nominations for St. Charles Parish Communications District member (8-0)
• Closed nominations for two Industrial Development Board member positions (8-0)
• Approved July 31, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing several ordinances including speed limit changes on Riverwood Drive and various zoning amendments. Additionally, the agenda includes public hearings for major construction contracts at West Bank Bridge Park and a parish-wide ad valorem tax ordinance.

• Speed limit change for Riverwood Drive in St. Rose from 15 to 20 mph
• Zoning change for 429 Good Children Street, Boutte
• Zoning change for 275 I-310 Service Road, St. Rose
• Contract with Quality Court Industries, LLC for $435,132.00 for tennis and pickleball courts
• Contract with Kort’s Construction Services, Inc. for $1,984,500.00 for West Bank Bridge Park Improvements

The Parish Council approved a general property tax levy and two construction contracts for the West Bank Bridge Park. They also authorized a levee lift agreement with the Lafourche Basin Levee District and approved two zoning-related resolutions.

• Approved property tax levies for general parochial purposes and various parish programs (8-1)
• Approved $1,984,500 contract with Kort’s Construction Services, Inc. for West Bank Bridge Park Improvements, Phase I (9-0)
• Approved $1,189,422 contract with All Star Electric, Inc. for West Bank Bridge Park Improvements, Phase 1 Lighting (9-0)
• Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Lafourche Basin Levee District for levee lift and boat ramp access (8-0)
• Approved accessory dwelling unit at 100 Cadow Street, Paradis (8-0)
• Approved waiver from Subdivision Regulations for corner lot size (8-0)
• Denied motion to amend File No. 2023-0171 regarding tax levies (3-6)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)

Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee

The Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee will discuss Industrial Tax Exemption applications for St. Charles Clean Fuels, LLC in St. Rose. This item is sponsored by Mr. Jewell and the Department of Economic Development and Tourism.

• Industrial Tax Exemption applications for St. Charles Clean Fuels, LLC

The committee held a discussion regarding Industrial Tax Exemption applications for St. Charles Clean Fuels, LLC in St. Rose. No formal decision was recorded on the application.

• Discussed Industrial Tax Exemption applications for St. Charles Clean Fuels, LLC

Parish Council

The Council is considering several ordinances, including a property tax levy for various parish services and multiple contracts for park improvements. Additional items include agreements for drainage, engineering services, and levee work.

• Ad valorem tax ordinance for general parochial purposes and flood protection
• $1,984,500.00 contract with Kort’s Construction Services, Inc. for West Bank Bridge Park Improvements
• $1,189,422.00 contract with All Star Electric, Inc. for West Bank Bridge Park Phase 1 Lighting
• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Lafourche Basin Levee District regarding Sunset Drainage District and Des Allemands Boat Launch
• $2,200,000.00 contract with TEH Enterprise, LLC for West Bank Spray Park construction

The Parish Council approved several professional services agreements for drainage and engineering projects. They also authorized a $2.2 million contract for the West Bank Spray Park and additional parking. Multiple ordinances regarding taxes and bridge park improvements were scheduled for future public hearings.

• Approved $2.2M contract with TEH Enterprise, LLC for West Bank Spray Park and parking (7-0)
• Approved $293,500 agreement with Danny J. Hebert, P.E., L.L.C. for East Bank Bridge Park Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $260,348 agreement with Volkert, Inc. for KCS Canal Drainage Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $112,315 agreement with Shread-Kuyrkendall & Associates, Inc. for canal pipeline investigation (7-0)
• Approved $48,656.25 agreement with Principal Engineering, Inc. for US 61 Canal Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $47,900 agreement with Eustis Engineering, L.L.C. for Luling Pond Lift Station services (7-0)
• Approved $41,640 agreement with Bryant Hammett & Associates, LLC for Texaco Road Survey (7-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 to decrease Hill Heights Drainage contract by $116,284.80 (7-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing a resolution to call a special election regarding amendments to the Home Rule Charter. The agenda also includes several infrastructure contracts and a significant budget amendment.

• Resolution calling a special election for Home Rule Charter amendments
• $2,200,000 contract for West Bank Spray Park at Edward Dufresne Community Center
• $9,190,697 contract for Destrehan Pump Station No. 2 Conveyance Improvements
• $2,499,902.45 road maintenance contract with Barriere Construction Co., LLC
• Budget amendment adding $32,441,531 in revenues and $56,374,813 in expenditures

The Parish Council approved an ordinance to adjust the annual salaries of the Parish President and Council members. A resolution was also passed to call a special election for voters to adopt amendments to the Home Rule Charter.

• Approved salary adjustments for Parish Council and Parish President (6-2)
• Approved resolution calling for a special election on Home Rule Charter amendments (6-2)
• Approved minutes from June 5, 2023 meeting (8-0)

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is reviewing several large infrastructure contracts and ordinances. Items include a major pump station improvement project and proposed changes to the Home Rule Charter regarding official salaries. The council will also address zoning changes in Luling and flood mitigation funding.

• Contract for Destrehan Pump Station No. 2 improvements ($9,190,697.00)
• Road maintenance contract with Barriere Construction Co., LLC ($2,499,902.45)
• Barber Road Bank Stabilization contract ($2,880,543.00)
• Zoning change for Esperanza Business Park Phase 2 in Luling
• $5,350,985.16 resolution to elevate flood-prone structures

The Parish Council approved a resolution to call a special election for the renewal of an ARC special tax. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and voting precinct mergers. Multiple ordinances for road and pump station projects were scheduled for future public hearings.

• Approved special election for ARC special tax renewal (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from M-2 to M-1 at Esperanza Business Park Phase 2 (8-0)
• Approved $261,760.15 increase for Luling Oxidation Pond Rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved expansion of Foreign Trade Subzone 124 A for Diamond Green Diesel (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $82,465.00 increase for E. Dufresne Community Center repairs (8-0)
• Approved $41,721.00 increase for West Bank Library hurricane repairs (8-0)
• Approved ordinance to merge voting precincts (8-0)
• Approved $2,880,543.00 contract for Barber Road Bank Stabilization (8-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a large contract for bank stabilization and an agreement to expand the Foreign Trade Subzone in St. Rose. The meeting also includes discussions on rezoning in Luling and changes to voting precinct boundaries.

• Contract with Command Construction, LLC for Barber Road Bank Stabilization: $2,880,543.00
• Agreement to expand Foreign Trade Subzone 124 A at the IMTT Terminal in St. Rose
• Rezoning of Esperanza Business Park Phase 2 in Luling from M-2 to M-1
• Change order for Luling Oxidation Pond Rehabilitation: $261,760.15 increase
• Ordinance to merge voting precincts

The Parish Council approved a 1.501 acre servitude for the Montz Pump Station and Drainage Modification Project. It also authorized engineering and testing contracts for bank stabilization and road reconstruction. Additionally, the council set the public hearing dates for the 2024 budget.

• Approved 1.501 acre servitude for Montz Pump Station and Drainage Modification Project (9-0)
• Approved $135,616 amendment for Barber Road Bank Stabilization engineering services (9-0)
• Approved $60,100 contract with Gulf South Engineering and Testing, Inc. for Lakewood Dr. Reconstruction (9-0)
• Approved grant application for USDA Rural Housing Service FY 2023 Housing Preservation Grant Program (8-0)
• Appointed David P. Bleakley to the Board of Adjustment as District VI Representative (8-0)
• Authorized advertisement for Official Journal proposals for June 2023 through June 2024 (8-0)
• Accepted 2024 Budget public hearing dates for Oct 31, Nov 2, and Nov 6, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will meet to review the salaries of the Parish President and Council. This meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2023, at the St. Charles Parish Courthouse.

• Review of Parish President and Council Salaries (2023-0115)

The committee held a public hearing and conducted a discussion regarding the review of Parish President and Council salaries. No formal vote or decision was recorded on the matter.

• Adjourned meeting at approximately 6 pm (9-0)

Parish Council

The Council will consider ordinances regarding drainage projects and road stabilization. This includes land acquisition for the Mont0 Pump Station and contract amendments for Barber Road.

• Land acquisition of 1.501 acres for Montz Pump Station project
• $135,616.00 amendment for Barber Road Bank Stabilization services
• $60,100.00 contract for Lakewood Dr. Reconstruction testing
• Zoning change at 837 Bayou Gauche Road from O-L to M-1
• Participation in the Louisiana State-Local Government Opioid Litigation MOU

The St. Charles Parish Council voted unanimously (8-0) to join the Louisiana State-Local Government Opioid Litigation MOU and to join litigation against FEMA challenging the National Flood Insurance Program's Risk Rating 2.0. The council also approved a zoning change from O-L to M-1 on four lots in Paradis, several professional services agreements for engineering and testing, and a budget amendment. A resignation from the Board of Adjustment was accepted and a new member appointed.

• Approved joining opioid litigation MOU (8-0)
• Approved joining FEMA flood insurance lawsuit (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from O-L to M-1 at 837 Bayou Gauche Road, Paradis (8-0)
• Approved $26,000 testing contract for Hydraulic Bottleneck Near Destrehan P.S. No. 2 (8-0)
• Approved $26,350 surveying contract for Bamboo Street Drainage Improvements (8-0)
• Approved 2022 budget amendment to adjust fund balances (8-0)
• Accepted resignation of Katina Summers from Board of Adjustment (8-0)
• Appointed David P. Bleakley to Board of Adjustment as District VI Representative (8-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances including professional service agreements for drainage and surveying projects. The agenda also includes a zoning change request for Bayou Gauche Road and various public hearings regarding community services and infrastructure.

• Testing services for Hydraulic Bottleneck Near Destrehan P.S. No. 2: $26,000.00
• Surveying services for Bamboo Street Drainage Improvements: $26,350.00
• Planning services for Des Allemands Park: $54,500.00
• Professional services for Highway 90 Overlay Zone project: $150,320.00
• Zoning change from O-L to M-1 at 837 Bayou Gauche Road

The Council approved multiple professional services agreements for drainage, park planning, and zoning projects. They also authorized catering services for the Edward A. Dufresne Community Center and a summer food program. One zoning distance waiver for a restaurant was approved.

• Approved all-way stop signs at Oaklawn Ridge Lane and Oaklawn Drive (9-0)
• Approved Summer Food Service Program agreement with School Board (9-0)
• Approved $54,500 planning contract for Des Allemands Park (9-0)
• Approved catering agreements with ZoraChristina Catering and Messina’s Concessions (9-0)
• Approved purchase/expropriation of servitudes for Montz Pump Station project (9-0)
• Approved $150,320 contract for Highway 90 Overlay Zone project (8-1)
• Approved distance waiver for Boudreaux’s River Road Restaurant (8-1)
• Appointed Ryant D. Price to Planning & Zoning Commission (9-0)

Hurricane Protection Projects Committee

The Hurricane Protection Projects Committee is reviewing a status report regarding flood protection projects. This includes the Upper Barataria Basin, West Shore Lake Pontchartrain, and the Montz Pump Stations.

• Status report on Upper Barataria Basin and West Shore Lake Pontchartrain hurricane protection projects
• Status report on Montz Pump Stations

The committee received a status report regarding the Upper Barataria Basin, West Shore Lake Pontchartrain, and Montz Pump Stations projects. No substantive actions or votes were taken on the report.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Parish Council

The council is reviewing several ordinances for upcoming public hearings and final passage. These items include infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and agreements for community center services. A public hearing is scheduled for April 24 regarding the Lakewood Drive project.

• $5,979,591.63 construction contract for Lakewood Dr. reconstruction
• $150,320.00 professional services agreement for Highway 90 Overlay Zone project
• $54,500.00 planning services agreement for Des Allemands Park
• Zoning changes for properties in Ama, Paradis, and St. Rose
• Land expropriation for the Montz Pump Station and Drainage Modification Project

The Parish Council approved a nearly $6 million road reconstruction project and four zoning changes. Several other ordinances regarding catering services, park planning, and signage were scheduled for public hearings on April 24, 2023.

• Approved $5,979,591.63 contract with Byron E. Talbot Contractor, Inc. for Lakewood Dr. Reconstruction (9-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-1A to O-L at 165 Vernons Lane, Ama (9-0)
• Approved zoning change from C-2 to C-3 at 14910 Highway 90, Paradis (9-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-1A to O-L at 141 Crooked R. Lane, Ama (9-0)
• Approved zoning changes at 10436 Airline Drive, St. Rose (9-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0-1)
• Closed nominations for District V Representative to Planning & Zoning Commission (9-0)

Parish Council

The council is reviewing several zoning amendments and a nearly $6 million contract for road reconstruction. The meeting also includes various awareness month proclamations and the confirmation of a library board appointment.

• $5,979,591.63 contract for Lakewood Dr. Reconstruction
• Zoning change from R-1A to O-L at 165 Vernons Lane, Ama
• Zoning change from C-2 to C-3 at 14910 Highway 90, Paradis
• $2,023,900.00 contract for East Bank “C” Plant Filter Upgrade
• Confirmation of Sarah Sacra to the Library Board of Control

The Parish Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including water plant upgrades and Hurricane Ida repairs. The council also authorized sewer servitude acquisitions for the St. Rose Sewer Network Upgrade Project and appointed a new member to the Library Board of Control.

• Approved $2,023,900 contract with Pintail Contracting Services, LLC for East Bank “C” Plant Filter Upgrade (8-0)
• Approved $1,432,000 contract with Pintail Contracting Services, LLC for West Bank Waterworks Hurricane Ida repairs (8-0)
• Approved $506,218.25 amendment for T. Baker Smith, LLC for 2020 West Bank Master Drainage Plan engineering (8-0)
• Approved sewer servitude purchase/expropriation for Lot 1A of John Lambert Tract (8-0)
• Approved sewer servitude purchase/expropriation for Lot 7 of John Lambert Tract (8-0)
• Adopted Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for annual financial audit (8-0)
• Appointed Sarah H. Sacra to the St. Charles Parish Library Board of Control (8-0)
• Approved minutes from March 13, 2023 meeting (8-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances, including waterworks upgrades and sewer servitude acquisitions. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding new regulations for large and small solar energy systems.

• $2,023,900.00 contract for East Bank “C” Plant Filter Upgrade
• $506,218.25 amendment for 2020 West Bank Master Drainage Plan engineering services
• Sewer servitude acquisitions for the St. Rose Sewer Network Upgrade Project
• $1,432,000.00 contract for Hurricane Ida repairs at West Bank Facilities
• Zoning ordinance updates for Large and Small Solar Energy Systems

The Parish Council approved new zoning regulations for large and small solar energy systems, including height limits for residential zones. The Council also authorized the sale of property in Norco and adopted a 10-year update to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved zoning amendments for Large and Small Solar Energy Systems (8-0)
• Approved sale of property at 917 3rd Street, Norco, and listing agreement with SVN/Gilmore Auction & Realty Company (8-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 for engineering services at Destrehan Wastewater Treatment Plant (8-0)
• Adopted 10-year update to St. Charles Parish 2030 Comprehensive Plan (8-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Closed nominations for St. Charles Parish Library Board of Control District VII Representative (8-0)

Parish Council

The council is reviewing ordinances regarding solar energy production and the sale of property in Norco. The agenda also includes contract amendments for wastewater treatment plant projects and disaster recovery management.

• Zoning changes for Large and Small Solar Energy Systems
• Sale of property located at 917 3rd Street, Norco
• $159,900 contract for CSRS Disaster Recovery Management services
• $470,092 engineering contract for the Luling Pond Lift Station project
• Engineering services amendment for Destrehan Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Parish Council approved several ordinances related to wastewater plant upgrades, storm debris disposal, and disaster recovery management. The council also passed a resolution condemning a U.S. District Court ruling regarding the Bonnet Carré Spillway.

• Approved $159,900 contract with CSRS Disaster Recovery Management, LLC (9-0)
• Approved engineering services amendment for Luling Pond Lift Station not to exceed $470,092 (9-0)
• Approved amendment for River Birch Renewable Energy, LLC storm debris disposal (9-0)
• Approved ordinance amending parade and motorcade prohibitions and standards (9-0)
• Approved engineering services amendment for Montz Pump Station No. 2 (9-0)
• Passed resolution condemning U.S. District Court ruling on Bonnet Carré Spillway (9-0)
• Approved three resolutions notifying LDEQ of wastewater audit reviews for Destrehan, Hahnville, and Luling plants (9-0)
• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances related to infrastructure, disaster recovery, and local zoning. This includes contract amendments for pump station upgrades and storm debris disposal. The council is also considering a request to change the zoning classification for land near the IMTT facility.

• Rezoning of approximately 300 acres adjacent to the IMTT facility at 11842 River Road, St. Rose
• $159,900.00 contract with CSRS Disaster Recovery Management, LLC for program management services
• $470,092.00 amendment for engineering services for the Luling Pond Lift Station and Upgrades Project
• Amendment to a contract with River Birch Renewable Energy, LLC for storm debris disposal
• Public hearing scheduled for a $687,155.00 contract with Pedal Valves, Inc.

The Parish Council approved a zoning change from M-1 to M-2 for 300 acres in St. Rose and authorized a $687,155 contract for automated water meter installation. Several other ordinances regarding road codes, debris disposal, and engineering services were introduced and scheduled for a public hearing on February 27, 2023.

• Approved zoning change from M-1 to M-2 for ~300 acres at 11842 River Road, St. Rose (8-0)
• Approved $687,155 contract with Pedal Valves, Inc. for Automated Water Meter Reading Installation (8-0)
• Approved minutes from January 23, 2023 meeting (8-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Feb 27: Ordinance to amend road, bridge, and parade codes
• Scheduled public hearing for Feb 27: Amendment to River Birch Renewable Energy storm debris contract
• Scheduled public hearing for Feb 27: $159,900 contract with CSRS Disaster Recovery Management, LLC
• Scheduled public hearing for Feb 27: $470,092 amendment for Luling Pond Lift Station engineering
• Scheduled public hearing for Feb 27: Amendment to GIS Engineering, LLC contract for Montz Pump Station No. 2

Parish Council

The council will hold a confirmation hearing for the new Director of the Department of Wastewater. It is also publishing ordinances for public hearings on February 6 regarding a 300-acre rezoning in St. Rose and water meter installations.

• Confirmation hearing for David deGeneres, Director of Wastewater
• Rezoning 300 acres at 11842 River Road from M-1 to M-2
• $687,155.00 contract for Automated Water Meter Reading Installation
• $1,144,000.00 contract for E. Dufresne Community Center repairs
• Change order for Paradis Canal Flood Control Structure project

The Parish Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including window repairs for the E. Dufresne Community Center and a multi-year road and bridges budget. The council also confirmed David deGeneres as Director of the Department of Wastewater.

• Confirmed David deGeneres as Director of Department of Wastewater (7-0)
• Approved $1.144M contract with NFT Group LLC for E. Dufresne Community Center repairs (7-0)
• Adopted Road and Bridges Capital Program Budget for FY 2023-2025 (7-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Ellington Structures-Kellogg Pump Station, increasing contract by $113,705 (7-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Paradis Canal Flood Control, decreasing contract by $60,369.66 (7-0)
• Approved naming a portion of right-of-way in Kings Estates Subdivision Phase 1 as 'Rainey Court' (7-0)
• Approved Act of Correction for Fashion Plantation parcels in Hahnville (7-0)
• Approved minutes from December 19, 2022 and January 9, 2023 meetings (7-0)

Parish Council

The council will vote on several ordinances, including the 2023-2025 Road and Bridges Capital Program Budget. Items for final passage include a contract for E. Dufresne Community Center repairs and changes to flood control project contracts.

• $1,144,000.00 contract with NFT Group LLC for community center repairs
• Adoption of the 2023-2025 Road and Bridges Capital Program Budget
• $113,705.00 contract increase for Kellogg Pump Station T-Wall Project
• Rezoning request for Lot 89A from C-3 to O-L
• Rezoning request for Lot D-1 from C-2 to R-1A(M)

The Parish Council approved two zoning classification changes and an amendment to the Parks and Recreation Code of Ordinances. The Council also confirmed several committee chair appointments and scheduled six ordinances for public hearing on January 23, 2023.

• Approved zoning change from C-3 to O-L on Lot 89A-2, Coteau de France (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from C-2 to R-1A(M) on Lot D-1 (8-0)
• Approved amendments to Parks and Recreation Code of Ordinances regarding special events (8-0)
• Confirmed Nicky Dufrene as Chairman of Operations, Maintenance, and Construction Management Committee
• Confirmed Bob Fisher as Chairman of Legislative Committee
• Confirmed Holly Fonseca as Chairman of Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee
• Confirmed La Sandra Darensbourg Gordon as Chairman of Special Projects/Public Safety, Health, and Environmental Committee
• Confirmed Holly Fonseca as Chairman of Hurricane Protection Projects Committee