St. Charles Parish public meetings in 2024

Parish Council

The Parish Council is holding public hearings on several ordinances, including budget adjustments and infrastructure contracts. The body will also discuss zoning changes and the creation of a new economic development district. Other items include reports on the R.S.V.P. program and civil service personnel.

• Contract with Jones Construction Solutions, LLC for East Bank Bridge Park lighting: $1,067,000.00
• Professional Services Agreement with McKim & Creed, Inc. for Water System Modeling: $253,278.00
• Creation of the Luling Bridge Economic Development District No. 1
• Proposed zoning change from R-3 to C-3 and R-1A to O-L for 44.5 acres in Lakewood West, Luling
• Adoption of the Road and Bridges Capital Program Budget for fiscal year 2025 through 2027

The St. Charles Parish Council denied a rezoning request for 44.5 acres in Luling (2-6-1), approved an amended water rate ordinance with reduced rates, and approved a $1.067 million contract for East Bank Bridge Park improvements. Several ordinances were introduced for public hearing on January 6, 2025, including a water system modeling contract and a no-overnight-parking ordinance.

• Denied rezoning of 44.5 acres in Lakewood West subdivision from R-3 to C-3 and R-1A to O-L (2-6-1)
• Approved amended water rate ordinance reducing rates (9-0)
• Approved $1,067,000 contract for East Bank Bridge Park improvements (9-0)
• Approved $253,278 engineering services agreement for water system modeling (introduced)
• Approved change order decreasing West Bank Spray Park contract by $48,348.60 (introduced)
• Approved change order increasing Concrete Maintenance contract by $328,314.80 (introduced)
• Approved no-overnight-parking signs on Carriage Lane and Dunleith Court (introduced)
• Approved creation of Luling Bridge Economic Development District No. 1 (9-0)

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council will discuss creating an economic development district at Luling Bridge and updating the 2024 budget. The body will also hold public hearings on several engineering contracts and infrastructure projects.

• Proposed creation of Luling Bridge Economic Development District No. 1
• Contract for Turtle Pond Force Main Replacement with Kyle Associates, LLC not to exceed $412,827.00
• Amendment for Des Allemands Bulkhead engineering with All South Consulting Engineers, LLC up to $1,309,515.00
• Proposed zoning change from R-3 to C-3 and R-1A to O-L for 44.5 acres in Lakewood West subdivision
• Proposed 2025-2027 Road and Bridges Capital Program Budget

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will consider Item 2024-0407, a review of existing water billing rates and charges. Members will discuss any proposed changes to those rates. The agenda also includes a silent prayer/pledge and notes accommodations for disabled attendees.

• Review of existing water billing rates and charges (Item 2024-0407)

Parish Council

The council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a $582,570 amendment for the Des Allemands Bulkhead project that brings the total contract to $1,309,515, and a $412,827 contract for the Turtle Pond Force Main Replacement. Other items include a no-parking sign on Almedia Plantation Drive, dedication of River Place Estates Phase 2, and appointments to the Board of Adjustment and Planning & Zoning Commission. The council will also adopt the 2025 meeting schedule and accept a resignation from the Planning & Zoning Commission.

• Ordinance authorizing $582,570 amendment for Des Allemands Bulkhead (Project P210601), total $1,309,515
• Ordinance approving $412,827 professional services agreement with Kyle Associates for Turtle Pond Force Main Replacement
• Ordinance amending Section 15-5 to install a no-parking sign on Almedia Plantation Drive in St. Rose
• Ordinance accepting dedication of River Place Estates Phase 2 in Hahnville
• Resolutions appointing members to Board of Adjustment (Districts I, III, VII) and Planning & Zoning Commission (District III)

Parish Council

The Parish Council is meeting to conduct a budget hearing and vote on the appropriation of funds for the Fiscal Year 2025 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget. The body will also consider several professional service agreements and zoning changes.

• Appropriation of funds for the Fiscal Year 2025 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget
• Professional Services Agreement with Professional Engineering Consultants for West Bank D Plant Clarifier Upgrade for $317,066.00
• Professional Services Agreement with Hunt, Guillot & Associates, LLC for CDBG - Disaster Recovery Program for $185,000.00
• Zoning change from R-1A to R-1A(M) for 11001 River Road, Ama
• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for East Bank Bridge Park Revitalization allocation of $500,000.00

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council voted to adopt seven budget amendments, moving more than $2.2 million from the General Fund to specific drainage and recreation funds. The amendments fund drainage improvements at Cypress Lakes, TB River Park, Fairfield & Oakland, 4th Street, Diane Place, Oak Street, Hahnville Watershed, and canal stabilization, as well as repairs at New Sarpy Park and 9th Street Park. An ordinance to adopt the FY 2025 consolidated operating and capital budget will be heard at a public hearing on November 4, 2024.

• Amendment 1: Transfer $23,700 to Drainage Fund for Cypress Lakes CC Golf Course, TB River Park, and Fairfield & Oakland Pump Station improvements
• Amendment 2: Transfer $22,600 to RSVP Fund for participant travel expenses
• Amendment 3: Transfer $475,000 to Drainage Fund for architectural/engineering work at 4th Street, Diane Place Pump Station, and Oak Street
• Amendment 4: Transfer $450,000 to Drainage Fund for Jack and Bore project in Hahnville 2 Watershed
• Amendment 7: Transfer $250,000 to Recreation Fund for New Sarpy Park repairs and improvements at 9th Street Park

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council will hold a public hearing on ordinance 2024-0201 to adopt the consolidated operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2025. Finance Director Grant Dussom presented the budget and the Finance Department recommended approval. No public comment was received during the hearing.

• Ordinance 2024-0201 to approve and adopt the FY 2025 consolidated operating and capital budget (public hearing)
• Finance Department recommendation for approval of the FY 2025 budget
• Public hearings scheduled: Oct 29, 2024 at 9 am; Oct 31, 2024 at 1 pm; Nov 4, 2024 at 6 pm
• No public comment was received during the hearing

Parish Council

The Parish Council is introducing the appropriation of funds for the Fiscal Year 2025 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget. The body is also considering several property acquisitions and servitudes for flood mitigation and public use.

• Proposed 2025 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget with public hearings scheduled for Oct 29, Oct 31, and Nov 4
• Proposed $735,000 purchase of property at 15110 River Road in Hahnville from One Buck Store, LLC
• Proposed $185,000 agreement with Hunt, Guillot & Associates, LLC for CDBG - Disaster Recovery Program management
• Proposed purchase or expropriation of servitudes for the Ormond Area Flood Mitigation, CN Railroad Culvert Installation Project
• Proposed fund reallocation for engineering services for the Des Allemands Boat Launch

Operations, Maintenance and Construction Management Committee

The Operations, Maintenance and Construction Management Committee will discuss capital drainage projects and pump station maintenance. The meeting includes presentations on GIS and public works challenges and opportunities.

• 2024-0319 Capital Drainage Projects
• Maintenance of pump stations and major canal excavations
• GIS Presentation
• Discussion on staff gage and level transmitters
• Review of in-house project schedules

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council will discuss and introduce ordinances at this meeting, including a public hearing on the 2025 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget. Three zoning-change petitions are scheduled for future public hearings, and a change order for a Destrehan pump station project is listed for approval.

• 2025 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget public hearings scheduled for Oct 29, Oct 31, and Nov 4
• Zoning change from O-L to R-1A at 201 Joe Louis Lane, Hahnville (Flaggville Subdivision)
• Zoning change from O-L and R-1A(M) to R-1M at 10577 River Road, Ama (Bayou Bahamas, LLC)
• Zoning change from R-1A to R-1A(M) at 175 Annex Street, New Sarpy (M.A.D. III, LLC)
• Change Order No. 2 for Destrehan Pump Station No. 2 Conveyance Improvements, decreasing contract by $45,522.00 and extending time by 82 days

Operations, Maintenance and Construction Management Committee

The Operations, Maintenance and Construction Management Committee will discuss capital drainage projects and levee projects. The meeting includes reviews of public works crews, pump station operations, and storm preparations. Members will also examine master drainage plans for the East and West Banks.

• Review of levee projects scheduled for construction in Q4 2024–2025
• Review of public works drainage projects scheduled for construction in Q4 2024–2025
• Overview of East Bank and West Bank Master Drainage Plans
• Discussion of pump station operations, maintenance, and telemetry
• Review of Emergency Operations Center storm preparations

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is voting on several high-value infrastructure contracts and a new economic development district. The body will also review tax board appeals and a zoning change in Hahnville.

• Contract with NCMC, LLC for Destrehan Wastewater Treatment Plant Aeration Basin Rehabilitation: $3,952,000.00
• Contract with Jones Construction Solutions, LLC for East Bank Bridge Park Improvements: $3,693,000.00
• Ordinance to create the Highway 90 Economic Development District No. 1
• Proposed zoning change from O-L to R-1A at 201 Joe Louis Lane, Hahnville
• Change Order No. 2 for Primrose Canal Cleaning and Improvements - Phase 1A: $30,720.00

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council will discuss the creation of the Highway 90 Economic Development District No. 1 and several zoning amendments. The body is also reviewing contract change orders for public works projects and a request for bridge safety barriers.

• Proposed creation of Highway 90 Economic Development District No. 1
• Zoning change for 250 acres at Tract L, Davis Plantation, Luling to O-L and M-1
• Zoning change for Lot C, Block 5, Hahnville Subdivision between 163 and 147 Hahn Street
• Willowdale Turn Lane change order to increase contract by $87,641.69
• Engineer’s Canal Phase 1 Bank Stabilization change order to decrease contract by $52,995.00

The St. Charles Parish Council approved all eight ordinances on the agenda, including a zoning change for a Hahnville property, a special permit for a bingo hall, and several public works contracts. The council also postponed indefinitely a rezoning request for Luling Exchange LLC due to a withdrawal request and pending litigation. A resolution requesting DOTD install climb deterrent barriers on the Hale Boggs Memorial Bridge was approved.

• Approved zoning change from R-1A and R-1M to R-1A(M) on Lot C, Hahnville Subdivision (8-0)
• Postponed indefinitely rezoning for Luling Exchange LLC (8-0)
• Approved ordinance to levy assessments for delinquent weed/debris removal (8-0)
• Approved special permit for bingo hall in C-3 district, Ellington Plantation (8-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Willowdale Turn Lane, +$87,641.69 (8-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Engineer's Canal Bank Stabilization, -$52,995.00 (8-0)
• Approved resolution requesting DOTD install climb deterrent barriers on Hale Boggs Memorial Bridge (8-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Brandon Savoie to South Central Planning & Development Commission (8-0)

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council will hold public hearings on lowering speed limits in Hahnville and approving servitudes and mitigation agreements for the Montz Pump Station project. The body will also discuss the creation of the Highway 90 Economic Development District No. 1.

• Proposed speed limit reduction to 20 mph on Fashion Boulevard and Duhe Drive in Fashion Plantation Estates
• Wetlands Mitigation Agreement with Delta Land Services, L.L.C. for $175,800.00
• Purchase or expropriation of servitudes from Kristi Gerstner Smith for the Montz Pump Station and Drainage Modification Project
• Lease Agreement with D.J.V., LLC for River Parishes Workforce Development Board office space
• Proposed ordinance to levy assessments on 2023 ad valorem tax bills for delinquent weed and debris removal

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is meeting to decide on property tax levies for general parochial purposes and various parish programs. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a new Highway 90 Corridor Overlay Zone. Additionally, the council will consider several land servitudes and lease agreements.

• Ordinance 2024-0257: Levying and imposing ad valorem taxes for general parochial purposes and parish services
• Ordinance 2024-0214: Adding the Highway 90 Corridor Overlay Zone (COZ) to the Zoning Ordinance
• Ordinance 2024-0271: Purchase/expropriation of 1.501 acre and 0.199 acre servitudes for Montz Pump Station and Drainage Modification Project
• Ordinance 2024-0270: Lowering speed limits to 20 mph on Fashion Boulevard and Duhe Drive
• Ordinance 2024-0272: Lease agreement with D.J.V., LLC for River Parishes Workforce Development Board office space

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council will discuss a proclamation for Vehicular Heatstroke Awareness Month, review several departmental reports, and consider a broad tax levy ordinance that would fund flood protection, road maintenance, recreation, fire protection, mosquito control, E‑911, health, aging, lighting, library, ARC services, and wastewater facilities. The meeting also includes multiple zoning amendment proposals for properties on Joe Louis Lane, Highway 90, and Gwen Lane, as well as several contract and servitude approvals for public works projects. All items are scheduled for public hearing or adoption at the August 5 meeting.

• Ordinance 2024-0257 adopting taxes for general parochial purposes covering flood protection, road maintenance, recreation, fire, mosquito control, E‑911, health, aging, lighting, library, ARC, and wastewater facilities
• Ordinance 2024-0249 amending zoning from O‑L to R‑1A for a 50‑acre tract at 223 Joe Louis Lane, Hahnville
• Ordinance 2024-0238 Change Order No. 2 for Barber Road Bank Stabilization decreasing the contract amount by $143,332.42 and extending time by 74 days
• Ordinance 2024-0246 contract with Kass Bros., Inc. for Concrete Maintenance 2023‑24 in the amount of $914,593.10
• Ordinance 2024-0248 amendment to the professional services agreement for New Sarpy Pump Station Improvements, not to exceed $471,762.50

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will discuss updates to the site plan approval process for the proposed Highway 90 Corridor Overlay Zone. The meeting also includes related updates to Code Enforcement within the St. Charles Parish Code of Ordinances.

• 2024-0214: Updates to site plan approval for Highway 90 Corridor Overlay Zone
• Updates to Code Enforcement through Chapter 16 and Appendix A of the Parish Code of Ordinances

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding land donations, engineering agreements, and drainage servitudes. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning changes, tax exemptions for first responders, and solid waste service charges.

• Change Order No. 2 for Barber Road Bank Stabilization to decrease contract by $143,332.42
• Amendment No. 1 for Deputy Jeff G. Watson Dr. Roadway Extension engineering services for $55,350.00
• Act of Donation for approximately 7.51 acres near Bayou Des Allemands
• Engineering services agreement for Edward A. Dufresne Community Center Chiller Replacement up to $58,420.00
• Contract with Sealevel Construction, Inc. for Sunset Screen Cleaner in the amount of $12,594,880.00

Legislative Committee

The St. Charles Parish Legislative Committee will review two ordinances at this meeting. Ordinance 2024-0208 would reduce property taxes by an additional $2,500 for qualified first responders who own and occupy homestead properties. Ordinance 2024-0213 updates local regulations regarding school zones.

• Ordinance 2024-0208: Adds a $2,500 ad valorem tax exemption to homestead properties owned by qualified first responders
• Ordinance 2024-0213: Amends Chapter 15, Section 15-9 regarding school zones

Parish Council

The Council is considering a new ad valorem tax exemption for qualified first responders and a 'no overnight parking' ordinance for Oaklawn Ridge Lane. Additionally, several ordinances are scheduled for public hearing regarding coastal restoration, road maintenance, and park renovations.

• First responder property tax exemption of $2,500
• No overnight parking signs on Oaklawn Ridge Lane in St. Rose
• Bethune Park Renovations contract for $683,221.20
• LA 52 Phase 2 engineering services agreement for $245,903.00
• West Bank Hurricane Protection Levee management services for $175,000.00

Parish Council

The Council will consider a large amendment to the 2024 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget. Other items include several public hearings for zoning changes, infrastructure projects, and catering service agreements.

• Amendment to 2024 budget involving $37,059,418 in revenues and $76,373,931 in expenditures
• Zoning change for Lot 17, Block K, Magnolia Ridge Park Subdivision in Boutte
• Primrose Canal Cleaning and Improvements - Phase 1A contract increase of $166,603.23
• Coastal Restoration Strategy professional services agreement not to exceed $250,000.00 (postponed indefinitely)
• Installation of all-way stop signs at Ellington Avenue and 3rd Street in Luling

Parish Council

The Council is considering several ordinances including coastal restoration strategies, disaster recovery services, and various park improvement projects. Additionally, multiple board appointments and resignations are scheduled for review.

• Coastal Restoration Strategy agreement not to exceed $250,000.00
• Ordinance for 'ALL-WAY STOP' signs at Ellington Avenue and 3rd Street
• Change Order No. 1 for Rathborne Park Development Restroom Facility
• Ordinance for Montz Pump Station and Drainage Modification Project servitude
• Disaster Recovery Services agreement with DRC Emergency Services, LLC and Lemoine Disaster Recovery, L.L.C.

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will discuss the Corridor Overlay Zone (COZ). This initiative proposes standards for facades, landscaping, signage, and buffering to revitalize transportation corridors. These requirements are triggered by new construction or major renovations and additions.

• Discussion regarding Corridor Overlay Zone (COZ)

Parish Council

The Council is considering several ordinances regarding drainage servitudes, coastal restoration strategy, and zoning changes in Norco and Luling. Additionally, the body will address various contract agreements for courthouse renovations and public works projects.

• Ordinance to install all-way stop signs at Cove Pointe Drive and Cove Glen Lane
• Ordinance for drainage servitude purchase/expropriation for Montz Pump Station Project
• Professional Services Agreement with Royal Engineers & Consultants, LLC up to $250,000.00
• Zoning change from R-1A to C-3 at 878 Marino Drive, Norco
• Contract with Battco Construction and Maintenance, Inc. for Courthouse 1st Floor Renovation for $1,965,000.00

Parish Council

The Parish Council is introducing ordinances for a pump station contract change and a school site lease agreement. Public hearings are scheduled for library architectural services and a summer food program. The council will also accept nominations to fill several board vacancies.

• Kellogg Pump Station T-Wall Project change order to decrease contract by $76,103.06
• Architectural services for Hahnville Library Branch up to $387,941.00
• Lease agreement between School Board and Parks and Recreation for school sites
• Summer Food Service Program agreement from May 31 through July 12, 2024
• Nominations for Hospital Service District No. 1 and Planning & Zoning Commission

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances including a zoning change for St. Charles Recycling, Inc. in Paradis and a contract fee threshold increase. The agenda also includes discussions on road construction agreements, street revocations, and wastewater treatment plant audits.

• Zoning change from C-2 to C-3 at 15396 Highway 90, Paradis
• Increase contract fee threshold for consulting engineers/architects to $50,000.00
• Road construction agreement between Bunge North America and the Parish
• Revocation of Modoc Street and portions of Jonathan, Pelican, Amie, and Jean Streets
• Change order for Destrehan Pump Station No. 2 increasing contract by $66,500.00

Parish Council

The Parish Council will hold public hearings on several infrastructure and utility projects. The agenda also includes reviewing a land donation from Chevron and updates to contract procurement procedures.

• $198,096 increase for West Bank Bridge Park Improvements, Phase I
• 32.392-acre land donation from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. for Sunset Pump Station
• $135,259 amendment for waterworks generator and structure services
• Ordinance to increase engineer/architect contract threshold to $50,000
• Land expropriation for the Montz Pump Station project

Parish Council

The council is introducing ordinances for a land transfer from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and wastewater study amendments. The agenda also includes several zoning petitions and items scheduled for public hearing regarding bank stabilization and utility upgrades.

• Land transfer of 32.392 acres from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. for the Sunset Pump Station
• $7,500 amendment for the 2023 Wastewater Rate Study
• Zoning changes in Luling, Hahnville, Destrehan, and Montz
• $64,659.69 change order for Barber Road Bank Stabilization
• $107,500 engineering contract for Hahnville WWTP Upgrades

Parish Council

The Parish Council is considering several zoning amendments for properties in Luling, Hahnville, Destrehan, and Montz. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding federal funding to elevate residential structures and a change order for bank stabilization.

• Zoning change for Paul Frederick Street, Luling
• Zoning change for Smith Street and Highway 3160, Hahnville
• Zoning change for River Road, Destrehan
• Zoning change for River Road, Montz
• Barber Road Bank Stabilization contract increase of $64,659.69

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding infrastructure and utility upgrades, including wastewater systems and pump station improvements. The agenda also includes a zoning change request for a property in New Sarpy and various proclamations.

• Contract with Orion Industrial Construction for $3,185,675 for East Bank Water Intake Platform Repairs
• Agreement with Cajun Industries for $2,550,000 for Engineers Canal Pump Station Improvements
• Amendment to Alpha Testing and Inspection agreement for the Destrehan hydraulic bottleneck
• Zoning change from R-1A to R-1A(M) at 545 W. McAdoo Street in New Sarpy
• $70,000 allocation to Odd Fellows Lodge #2842

Hurricane Protection Projects Committee

The Hurricane Protection Projects Committee will receive a report regarding federal hurricane protection and storm damage risk reduction projects. This meeting is scheduled for February 5, 2024.

• Report on Federal Hurricane Protection and Storm Damage Risk Reduction Projects

Parish Council

The Parish Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a change order for Hurricane Ida waterworks repairs and a zoning amendment for New Sarpy. The meeting also includes the confirmation of multiple appointments to regional authorities.

• Change Order No. 1 for Hurricane Ida Repairs and Reconstruction at West Bank Facilities increasing contract by $4,727.00
• Professional Services Agreement with Barowka and Bonura Engineers and Consultants, L.L.C. for FEMA Public Assistance Program Services
• Zoning change from R-1A to R-1A(M) for 545 W. McAdoo Street in New Sarpy
• Road and Bridges Capital Program Budget for fiscal years 2024 through 2026
• Appointments to the River Parishes Transit Authority and South Central Planning & Development Commission

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing the Road and Bridges Capital Program Budget for 2024 through 2026. Discussion includes several ordinances regarding professional services, hurricane recovery funds, and budget adjustments.

• Road and Bridges Capital Program Budget for fiscal year 2024-2026
• $26,000.00 contract for Primrose Canal Cleaning and Improvements testing
• $150,000.00 contract for Right of Way Acquisition and Program Management consulting
• $15,000,000.00 Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for funding via the Office of Community Development

Parish Council

The St. Charles Parish Council is holding an organizational meeting to establish leadership for 2024. The council will confirm the Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Council Secretary. Additionally, members will adopt new council rules and expense regulations.

• Confirmation of the 2024 Presiding Officer and Vice-Chairman
• Appointment of the Council Secretary
• Adoption of Council Rules and Expense Regulations
• Appointment of chairmen for five standing committees
• Resolutions supporting Bob Fisher and La Sandra D. Wilson for the Police Jury Association