Lutcher public meetings in 2024

Coastal Zone Commission

The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve previous meeting minutes, hear public comments, and consider one new business item: Union Pacific Railroad's proposal to replace a culvert on the Livonia subdivision. The board will also receive information on multiple state coastal use permit applications, including pipeline and levee projects, and discuss administrative topics like ethics training and board elections.

• Union Pacific Railroad culvert replacement at mile post 58.22: replace 45-foot concrete/CMP culvert with 75-foot smooth steel pipe, minor channel regrading
• Air Liquide Moonshine Mainline Pipeline Project: construct 30 miles of 20-inch oxygen and nitrogen pipelines along LA-3127
• St. James Parish Government West Shore Lake Pontchartrain Connector Levees: earthen levees, pump stations, and flood control structures with 223,406 cubic yards of fill
• Entergy Louisiana Commodore-Waterford/Churchill transmission line: 84-mile 500 kV and 56-mile 230 kV lines
• ExxonMobil projects: cathodic protection groundbed replacement near Dock 1 and new boat ramp on the Mississippi River

The Coastal Zone Management Advisory Commission held a regular meeting on December 30, 2024, but no actions were taken on any agenda items because a quorum was not present. Four members were present, and four were absent.

• No actions taken due to lack of quorum

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider requests to allow a childcare center and a mobile home in areas where those uses are not currently permitted. The body will also review a plot resubdivision and a community profile presentation.

• Item #24-41: Request to place a mobile home at 7113 Cayette Street in an Industrial designated area
• Item #24-42: Request to operate Tender Touch Angels Child Care Center at 2963 Admiral’s Landing Street in a Residential Growth area
• Item #24-43: Simplified subdivision request for David Duhon regarding the Joseph Amilcar Poche Tract
• Desire Line Presentation: Draft Community Profile Overview

The St. James Parish Planning Commission met on December 30, 2024, and recommended approval of a subdivision variance for David Duhon, a mobile home placement for Elaine Julien, and a childcare center for Vanessa Crushfield. All votes were unanimous among present members, with four members absent. The recommendations will go to the Parish Council for final action.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 15' utility servitude variance for David Duhon's subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved family subdivision for David Duhon pending survey, LaDHH letter, and CAD file (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mobile home placement at 7113 Cayette St. for Elaine Julien (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of childcare center at 2963 Admiral's Landing St. for Vanessa Crushfield (unanimous)
• Appointed Danny St. Pierre to parish steering committee (unanimous)

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will hold a public hearing regarding a nuisance and demolition appeal. The regular meeting includes votes on service agreements for senior exercise and software, as well as road rehabilitation bids.

• Public hearing on nuisance and demolition appeal for 1724 Simon Lane
• Bids for Facility Planning and Control Project 50-147-23-01 parishwide road rehabilitation
• Change order #3 from Pintail Contracting Services, LLC for Convent Water Plant Upgrades
• Agreement with Sandy Lindsey for 'Walking with Ease' senior exercise program
• Notice of consideration of action regarding ad valorem tax

The St. James Parish Council unanimously approved resolutions to advertise for bids on parishwide road rehabilitation, authorize agreements for automated water and gas meter readers, and approve a senior exercise program. They also adopted a resolution to engage special counsel for litigation and set a January 15, 2025 public hearing on renewing a hospital ad valorem tax. No decisions were made in executive session, which was only an update.

• Approved Resolution 24-290 to advertise and accept bids for parishwide road rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-287 with Thirkettle Corp dba Aqua-Metric for meter services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-288 with Sensus USA for software and spectrum lease (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-286 for 'Walking With Ease' senior exercise program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-294 to engage special counsel for Ferdinand v. St. James Parish (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-292 accepting Change Order #3 for Convent Water Plant upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-285 to pay pending invoices and payables (unanimous)
• Set January 15, 2025 public hearing on hospital ad valorem tax renewal

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal of a nuisance and demolition order at 10138 Burnside Street and on two budget ordinances — a final revision of the FY2024 budget and adoption of the FY2025 budget. During the regular meeting, the council will take action on those ordinances, consider Planning Commission recommendations for Bellevue Lakes Subdivision Phase V, and vote on resolutions for payroll disbursements, a master services agreement with Forerunner Industries, acceptance of work by Feliciana Welders on a utility project, and a contract with St. Pierre Tree Service for Hurricane Ida debris removal. A council meeting originally set for January 1, 2025, is proposed to be rescheduled to January 8.

• Appeal of Jamal Jackson for nuisance and demolition at 10138 Burnside Street, Convent (Planning Commission Item 24-19)
• Proposed Ordinance 24-24: final revision of Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
• Proposed Ordinance 24-25: adoption of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Consideration of Planning Commission recommendations for Bellevue Lakes Subdivision, Phase V
• Resolution authorizing contract with St. Pierre Tree Service for private property debris removal from Hurricane Ida

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposal by Nucor Steel Louisiana, LLC to capture and compress CO2 at its facility. The body will also consider several residential subdivision requests and a previously tabled subdivision project.

• Nucor Steel Louisiana, LLC proposal for a CO2 capture and compression facility at 9101 LA Hwy 3125
• Bellevue Lakes Subdivision Phase V: request for approval and final acceptance of 39 lots
• Donald Russell request to subdivide into Lot 2-A (0.519 acres)
• Brian Ordoyne request to subdivide Schexnayder Family Properties into Lot 1-A and 1-B
• Steven Louque request to amend preliminary approval for Lots 2BLOX-1, 2BLOX-2, and 2BLOX-3

Coastal Zone Commission

The Coastal Zone Advisory Board will revisit a proposal to continue a clay borrow pit for hurricane flood control projects, which was tabled at the last meeting. Members will also review several coastal use permit applications, including pipeline repairs, a pipeline relocation for the Mississippi River Ship Channel deepening, the West Shore Lake Pontchartrain Connector Levees project, and an ExxonMobil boat ramp. The meeting includes public comments and administrative updates.

• St. James Construction Materials borrow pit continuation (P20240839) on a 484-acre former sugar cane farm for hurricane flood control
• Shell Pipeline Company LP anomaly repairs on 20" Ship Shoal Thibodaux-St. James pipeline (P20240861)
• Gulf South Pipeline Company LLC relocation to accommodate Mississippi River Ship Channel deepening (P20220341)
• St. James Parish Government West Shore Lake Pontchartrain Connector Levees project with earthen levees, sluice gates, and pump stations (P20240772)
• ExxonMobil St. James Boat Ramp installation on the Mississippi River (P20240912)

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will hold public hearings on a nuisance appeal at 19450 Cherry Street and two ordinances, including issuing $3.5 million in utility system revenue bonds. During the regular meeting, they will consider resolutions to call a May 3, 2025 special election for renewing several property taxes (library, E911, fire, public buildings, roads, lighting, recreation) and a bond issuance. Other items include approving a September 2024 financial report, accepting work on the Emergency Control Center, and authorizing IT service contracts.

• Public hearing on appeal for nuisance/cleanup at 19450 Cherry Street, Vacherie
• Proposed Ordinance 24-23: $3,500,000 Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
• Resolutions to call May 3, 2025 special elections for renewal of 2.48 mills (library), 1.25 mills (E911), 3.91 mills (fire/EMS), 4.93 mills (public buildings), 4.93 mills (roads), 1 mill (Road Lighting District 3A), 1 mill (District V Recreation), and 4.61 mills (Gramercy Recreation)
• Resolution authorizing contract with CloudGavel, LLC for IT services
• Consideration of Bellevue Lakes Subdivision, Phase V drainage issues

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the 2025 budget. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion of 2025 budget

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will meet to discuss funding for a parish resiliency plan and the issuance of utility bonds. The body will also set hearings for nuisance and demolition appeals and approve payroll and invoice disbursements.

• Proposed issuance and sale of $3,500,000 in Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
• Request for SCPDC to apply for Delta Regional Authority funding for a Resiliency Plan
• Hearing for nuisance and demolition appeal at 1013 8 Burnside Street, Convent
• Hearing for nuisance and demolition appeal at 1724 Simon Lane, Vacherie
• Drainage study update from Forrestal Street to Pool Lane

Economic Development Board Meetings

The board will meet to discuss an economic development social and the Festival of the Bonfires. The meeting includes updates on the Welcome Center and reports from regional economic and planning organizations.

• Discussion of Economic Development Social
• Discussion of Festival of the Bonfires
• Welcome Center updates from Audrey Temple
• Prospects report from Steve Nosaka
• Recognition of Tod’s catering & Specialty Meats as Small Business of the Month

Planning Commission

The commission will consider the final acceptance of Bellevue Lakes Subdivision Phase V and three new simplified subdivision requests. The body will also review the status of two demolition and renovation deadlines.

• Bellevue Lakes Subdivision Phase V: Approval and final acceptance of 39 lots
• Timothy & Mary Bourgeois Resubdivision: Subdivide Lot E-3 into Lot E-3A (7.5 acres) and Lot E-3B (2.5 acres)
• Nelson Jr. and Danielle Louviere Resubdivision: Subdivide Lot 4 and J.J. Landry Tract into Lot 4A (2 acres) and Lot 4B (18.690 acres)
• Steven Louque Resubdivision: Amended preliminary approval to create 6 lots
• Code Enforcement: Review of demolition/renovation progress at 10138 Burnside Street and 1724 Simon Lane

Coastal Zone Commission

The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss old and new business, including a formal determination request from Mosaic Fertilizer for a new sulfur pit at the Uncle Sam Plant, and a proposal from St. James Construction Materials to continue clay mining for hurricane flood control projects. The board will also review several coastal use permit applications from state concerns, including pipeline relocations, levee construction, and a mitigation bank. No public hearings or presentations are scheduled.

• Mosaic Fertilizer LLC – request formal determination for new sulfur pit and associated equipment at Uncle Sam Plant (P20240604)
• St. James Construction Materials – proposal to continue development of clay borrow pit for hurricane flood control on 484-acre tract (P20240839)
• Gulf South Pipeline Company – removal and replacement of 6-inch pipeline under Mississippi River for MRSC deepening project (P20220341)
• West Shore Lake Pontchartrain Connector Levees – installation of levee system with earthen levees, water control structures, and pump stations (P20240772)
• Occidental Chemical Corporation – installation of chlorine and ethylene dichloride pipelines (Project Jupiter) (P20231021)

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will consider a resolution amending a contract with Intracoastal Consultants, LLC to $3,700,000 for professional services on the West Shore Risk Reduction Levee project. They will also discuss a possible ad valorem tax, set a public hearing for a nuisance appeal at 19450 Cherry St. in Vacherie, and vote on several other resolutions including budget transfers, grant applications, and proclamations.

• Resolution amending Intracoastal Consultants contract to $3,700,000 for West Shore Risk Reduction Levee project (FP&C 50-J47-22-01)
• Notice of consideration of action regarding ad valorem tax (Dufresne)
• Set a hearing for appeal of nuisance determination at 19450 Cherry St., Vacherie (Planning Commission Item 24-28)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of natural gas from Louisiana Municipal Gas Authority and related contracts
• Resolution approving Title III Budget between Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs and St. James Parish for 2024-2025

Planning Commission

The St. James Parish Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on October 8, 2024. The agenda includes a drainage overview for the Bellevue Lakes Subdivision Area. No other items are scheduled for action or discussion.

• Drainage overview for Bellevue Lakes Subdivision Area

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will consider resolutions authorizing up to $3.5 million in utility system revenue bonds, a contract for storm damage repair to docks on Blind River, and maintenance of the Paulina water tank. Other items include change orders for the Gramercy Park restroom/concession building and Vacherie Senior Center projects, and rejection of Hurricane Ida debris removal proposals.

• Resolution to issue up to $3,500,000 in Utility System Revenue Bonds
• Resolution to contract with Sage Construction, LLC for storm damage repair to docks on Blind River (Project 50-147-(282))
• Resolution to contract with Maguire Iron Inc. for maintenance of the 75,000-gallon elevated Paulina water tank
• Resolution rejecting all proposals for private property debris removal for Hurricane Ida
• Change order #1 from Feliciana Welders, Inc. for the Hwy 20 @ Apple St. utility relocation project

Planning Commission

The St. James Parish Planning Commission will consider final acceptance of the Bellevue Lakes Subdivision Phase V, a 39-lot residential development, following a conditional inspection. Also on the agenda are a simplified subdivision request for two lots by Marie Melancon et al, a variance request from AmSpec for a third storage building at 5525 Highway 18, and status updates on three code enforcement properties with demolition or cleanup deadlines.

• Bellevue Lakes Subdivision Phase V final acceptance (39 lots) in Paulina
• Simplified subdivision of tract into Lot 4 (1.414 acres) and remainder (37.9 acres) for Marie Melancon et al
• Variance request from AmSpec to construct a third building (storage only) at 5525 Highway 18 in St. James
• Code enforcement status: Jamalh Jackson demolition at 10138 Burnside Street, Convent (deadline Oct 28, 2024)
• Code enforcement status: Leroy Conish demolition at 1724 Simon Lane, Vacherie (deadline Oct 28, 2024)

The commission tabled the Bellevue Lakes Subdivision Phase V approval pending further review of drainage issues, while approving a simplified subdivision for Marie Melancon and a variance for AmSpec. It also referred a code enforcement demolition item to the parish council after the owner missed the deadline.

• Tabled Bellevue Lakes Phase V subdivision approval for further drainage review (8-0, G. Millet absent)
• Approved simplified subdivision for Marie Melancon, et al and Cathy Scioneaux (8-0, G. Millet absent)
• Approved AmSpec variance for third storage building at 5525 Highway 18 (8-0, G. Millet absent)
• Referred Brandon Kraemer demolition item to parish council for final decision (8-0, G. Millet absent)

Coastal Zone Commission

The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will discuss an old business item: Mosaic Fertilizer LLC's request for a formal determination to install a new sulfur pit and associated equipment at the Uncle Sam Plant. The board will also review several state permit applications for industrial projects including CO2 pipelines, a dry dock, and chemical pipelines. No new business is listed. The meeting includes approval of July 29, 2024 minutes and an ethics reminder.

• Mosaic Fertilizer LLC – Uncle Sam Plant P20240604: request for formal determination to install sulfur pit and paving
• Air Products Blue Energy LLC – geotechnical investigations for LCEC CO2 pipeline (P20220553)
• Low Carbon Logistics CCS Transport LLC – La-122 CO2 pipeline lateral, 7.59 miles, near Convent
• Occidental Chemical Corporation – Project Jupiter: 6-inch chlorine and 8-inch EDC pipelines (P20231021)
• ACBLTS Transportation Services LLC – Armant Dry Dock: proposed 220' by 70' floating dry dock (P20240671)

Economic Development Board Meetings

The St. James Parish Economic Development Board will review old business including the cancellation of the September Market due to Hurricane Francine, and consider new business such as the Small Business of the Month and planning for Veteran's Day (Nov. 7, 2024). The board will also receive updates on the Welcome Center and economic development prospects, along with reports from regional agencies.

• September Market cancelled due to Hurricane Francine
• Small Business of the Month recognition
• Veteran's Day event planning on Nov. 7, 2024
• Welcome Center updates presented by Audrey Temple
• Economic development prospects reported by Steve Nosaka

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will hold a regular meeting following a Board of Review session. The council is set to consider a resolution authorizing the parish president to sign an intergovernmental agreement with the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority for the West Shore Connector Levee project (Facility Planning and Control Project 50-147-22-01). Other business includes approving July 2024 revenues and expenditures, a drainage study update from Forrestal Street to Pool Lane, and routine disbursement of invoices.

• Resolution to authorize the parish president to execute an intergovernmental agreement with CPRA for the West Shore Connector Levee project
• Update on drainage study from Forrestal Street to Pool Lane (Nash)
• Approval of July 2024 Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
• Resolution to approve disbursement of funds for pending current invoices and payables
• Board of Review meeting including protest on property assessment by Rodney Daigle

Keep St. James Parish Beautiful Board

The Keep St. James Parish Beautiful Board will discuss a recently awarded grant for beautification at the St. James Welcome Center, plan a shred/recycle event on Nov. 16, and review the budget. They will also address the future of recycling, ethics certification, and a state conference in Baton Rouge on Oct. 23-24.

• Grant awarded for beautification at St. James Welcome Center (1094 US Highway 61, Gramercy)
• Shred/recycle event scheduled for Nov. 16
• Tree planting project update
• Stipend discussion and budget review
• Recycling future discussion and state conference Oct. 23-24 at Crown Plaza Baton Rouge

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on September 4, 2024. Key actions include voting on a $6 million limited tax bond issuance for the hospital and a pipeline right-of-way contract with Air Liquide. Several resolutions for contracts, grants, and infrastructure projects are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 24-20: $6,000,000 limited tax bonds (Hospital), Series 2024
• Ordinance 24-21: Pipeline right-of-way contract with Air Liquide Large Industries U.S. LP
• Resolution to accept bid of Sage Construction LLC for storm damage repair to dock on Blind River
• Resolution authorizing CDBG application for Louisiana Watershed Initiative Round 2
• Consideration of resolution regarding Air Liquide's land use application with conditions

The St. James Parish Council unanimously approved a $6 million limited tax bond ordinance for hospital purposes and authorized a pipeline right-of-way contract with Air Liquide. The council also approved multiple resolutions, including a $500,000 grant agreement for Lutcher's King Avenue roadway, a cooperative endeavor with DOTD for culvert maintenance, and a contract with T. Baker Smith for professional services. The Air Liquide land use application was approved with conditions, with one council member voting against.

• Approved $6M limited tax bonds (hospital) (unanimous)
• Authorized pipeline right-of-way contract with Air Liquide (unanimous)
• Approved Air Liquide land use application with conditions (6-1)
• Approved MOU with Pontchartrain Conservancy for resilience planning (unanimous)
• Accepted Sage Construction bid for Blind River dock repair (unanimous)
• Authorized CDBG application for Louisiana Watershed Initiative Round 2 (unanimous)
• Approved cooperative endeavor with DOTD for culvert maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved contract with T. Baker Smith for professional services (unanimous)

Economic Development Board Meetings

The board is meeting to discuss the September Market and the October Pumpkin Patch. The agenda also includes updates on the Welcome Center and reports from regional economic and planning organizations.

• September Market scheduled for 9/14/2024
• Pumpkin Patch scheduled for October 7-13, 2024
• Welcome Center updates from Audrey Temple
• Reports from Port of South Louisiana and River Region Chamber of Commerce

Planning Commission

The St. James Parish Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a comprehensive plan update, along with hearings on a proposed mobile home park and subdivisions. They will also consider a resubdivision tabled from July and multiple variance requests for mobile home setbacks on specific properties. Code enforcement deadlines for demolitions and cleanups are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Update by Desire Line/Walter Lundin
• Proposed Mobile Home Park – Taylor
• Resubdivision of Charles Studdard (Item #24-27) tabled from July
• Variance for Isaac Irving to place mobile home on W Arbeed Street (back setback)
• Variance for LaShoan Burham for third mobile home at 8559 Highway 44

Coastal Zone Commission

The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially vote on a request from Mosaic Fertilizer LLC for a formal coastal use determination for a new sulfur pit and associated equipment at its Uncle Sam Plant. The board will also receive updates on state coastal permit applications and administrative matters.

• Mosaic Fertilizer LLC – Request for formal determination on a new 32'x12' sulfur pit with 10 support piles at Uncle Sam Plant in Convent
• State permit applications reviewed: Air Products Blue Energy CO2 pipeline geotechnical investigation, Bayou Lassene Mitigation Bank (642.6 acres), ACBLTS Armant Dry Dock (220'x70' floating dry dock)
• Administration report includes 2024 ethics reminder, LCP board training dates, and Air Liquide permit status

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider four ordinances that redefine consumer categories, link water and gas rates to the consumer price index, and increase rates for Water Districts 1 and 2 and the Utilities Division. The council will also vote on a resolution to accept a $102,667.90 bid from Southern Underground of Louisiana for the Champion Street Gas Line Project. Additionally, presentations from the Housing Authority and a judicial candidate are scheduled, along with updates on a drainage study and a multi-purpose building.

• Proposed Ordinance 24-15: amends water rates, links to CPI, increases unit and system rates for Water Districts 1 and 2
• Proposed Ordinance 24-16: amends natural gas rates, links to CPI, increases system rates for Utilities Division
• Proposed Ordinance 24-17: redefines and increases water tapping fees, installation charges, and administrative fees
• Proposed Ordinance 24-18: redefines and increases natural gas tapping fees, installation charges, and administrative fees
• Resolution to accept bid and contract with Southern Underground of Louisiana for Champion Street Gas Line Project, not to exceed $102,667.90

Keep St. James Parish Beautiful Board

The board will discuss next steps for a received beautification grant and the future of recycling availability. Members will also review the budget and plan dates for tree planting and shred/recycle events.

• Next steps for received beautification grant
• Budget review and future planning
• Planning for tree planting and shred/recycle event dates
• Attendance for state conference October 23-24 in Baton Rouge
• Appointment of chairs for recycling, litter abatement, beautification, education, grants, and publicity committees

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council holds a public hearing and regular meeting on August 7, 2024. The hearing covers six proposed ordinances, including water and gas rate increases tied to the consumer price index and a pipeline servitude agreement with Occidental Chemical Corporation. The regular meeting will consider action on several of these ordinances, along with resolutions for contracts, appointments, and recognitions.

• Proposed Ordinance 24-15 and 24-16 linking water and gas rates to CPI and increasing system rates
• Proposed Ordinance 24-14 authorizing a pipeline servitude for Occidental Chemical north of Highway 3125
• Proposed Ordinance 24-19 providing flexibility for industrial natural gas rates
• Resolution accepting bid and contract with Sage Construction for Gramercy Park Restroom/Concession project
• Resolution authorizing agreement with DCFS for low-income resident services from 2024 to 2029

Economic Development Board Meetings

The St. James Parish Economic Development Board will consider appointing Cynthia Mitchell as a new board member and Ray Gregson as interim director, receive updates on the Welcome Center from Audrey Temple, and hear economic prospects from Steve Nosaka. Reports will be presented from the River Parishes Tourist Commission, River Region Chamber of Commerce, and other regional entities. The meeting also includes public comments and approval of the previous minutes.

• Appointment of Cynthia Mitchell as new board member
• Appointment of Ray Gregson as new interim director (River Region Chamber of Commerce)
• Welcome Center updates by Audrey Temple
• Economic prospects presentation by Steve Nosaka
• Reports from River Parishes Tourist Commission, Town of Lutcher, and Port of South Louisiana

Planning Commission

The St. James Parish Planning Commission will discuss and vote on several items, including a request by Air Liquide to construct a 30-mile oxygen and nitrogen pipeline through agricultural, residential, industrial, and wetland areas. The commission will also consider four resubdivision requests, three variance requests, and three demolition/appeal cases. The pipeline project requires a Planning Commission recommendation for non-industrial areas and final action by the Parish Council.

• Air Liquide Large Industries seeks approval for a 20-inch oxygen and 20-inch nitrogen pipeline (Item 24-22) crossing Highway 20, with portions in Agricultural, Residential, Industrial, and Wetlands designations.
• Melvin Scioneaux Jr. requests simplified subdivision of Lot 1 into four residential lots (Item 24-25).
• Demolition appeal for property at 10138 Burnside Street, Convent (Item 24-19, tabled from June 24 meeting); owner requests extended time for renovations.
• Johanna Jones requests variance to add a third residential structure at 8305 Highway 18, St. James (Item 24-20).
• Sherryl Johnson requests front and back setback variances to place a mobile home at 3238 Baytree Street, Vacherie (Item 24-21).

Coastal Zone Commission

The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will meet on July 29, 2024, to discuss two old business items: Mosaic Fertilizer's proposed flare structure with deep foundations and St. James Parish Government's replacement of four timber boat ramp docks with a bulkhead and concrete pavement. The board will also consider minutes, an ethics reminder, and board member training. No new business is listed.

• Mosaic Fertilizer Faustina Facility – install new flare structure with deep foundation, helical piles, and concrete pipe cap
• St. James Parish Government – remove four timber boat ramp docks, install 603 linear feet of bulkhead and concrete pavement
• Minutes of June 24, 2024 regular meeting for approval
• 2024 Ethics Reminder for board members
• LCP Board Members Training

Parish Council

The Council will hold a public hearing and vote on ordinances to increase water rates, natural gas fees, and solid waste collection charges. The meeting also includes discussions on levee projects and utility contract amendments.

• Proposed Ordinances 24-09 through 24-13 regarding rate and fee increases for water, natural gas, and solid waste
• Resolution to amend Intracoastal Consultants, LLC contract to $2,300,000 for the West Shore Risk Reduction Levee Project
• Proposed pipeline servitude agreement for Occidental Chemical Corporation north of Highway 3125
• Resolution for a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Gramercy Land Company for road maintenance near Gramercy Park
• Acceptance of work by Del-Con, LLC for the District 4 Community Center Kitchen Renovation Project

Parish Council

The council will hold a public hearing on proposed ordinances to increase water rates for Water Districts 1 and 2, natural gas fees, and solid waste collection fees. The meeting also includes updates on drainage studies and decisions regarding various parish contracts.

• Proposed ordinance to increase water rates for Water Districts 1 and 2
• Proposed ordinance to increase solid waste collection and disposal fees
• Resolution to extend the EMR Elevator Services LLC contract by three years
• Resolution rejecting bids for storm damage repair to the Blind River boat dock
• Resolution accepting work from Southern Underground of Louisiana, LLC for LA 20 utility relocation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request from OxyChem to construct chlorine and ethylene dichulations pipelines using 95 acres of temporary workspace. The meeting also includes an appeal regarding the condemnation of a property on Burnside Street. Additionally, the commission will consider subdivision approvals and lot classification changes.

• OxyChem pipeline request for chlorine and ethylene dichloride lines
• Final subdivision approval for The Poche Brothers (Spadoni Family Subdivision)
• Lot classification change for Granier Subdivision
• Demolition appeal for property at 10138 Burnside Street

Coastal Zone Commission

The Coastal Zone Advisory Board will discuss replacing four timber boat ramps with a new bulkhead and concrete pavement to prevent land loss. The agenda also includes industrial repair proposals from Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC and Americas Styrenics, LLC. Additionally, the board will review several state-level permit applications for pipeline and dredging projects.

• Replacement of four timber boat ramps with 603 feet of new bulkhead
• Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC proposal for a new flare structure and foundations
• Americas Styrenics, LLC excavation for firewater line repairs
• Shell Pipeline Company LP repair project in St. James Parish
• Nucor Steel Louisiana, LLC barge dock pile repair application

Parish Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding a land use application for a solar energy farm and amendments to several NuStar Logistics, L.P. Project revenue bonds. The agenda also includes a road rehabilitation agreement with the State of Louisiana and new insurance contracts for employees. Presentations are scheduled regarding drainage studies and local railroad crossings.

• Land use application for St. James Louisiana Solar LLC solar energy farm
• Amendments to NuStar Logistics, L.P. Project Revenue Bonds
• Road rehabilitation agreement with the State of Louisiana
• Insurance contracts with MetLife Insurance Company and United HealthCare
• Drainage study update from Forrestal Street to Pool Lane

Parish Council

The council will vote on the 2024 property tax millage and a $6.5 million revenue bond issuance. The agenda also includes several emergency service contracts and updates on local infrastructure projects. Additionally, new ordinances regarding water, natural gas, and solid waste fees are introduced.

• Authorization of $6,500,000 in revenue bonds (Series 2024)
• Adoption of the 2024 property tax millage ordinance
• Contract for Vacherie Senior Center with B.E.T. Construction, Inc.
• Salary increases for Constables to $425 and Justices of the Peace to $635
• Proposed fee increases for water, natural gas, and solid waste services

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to resubdivide a residential lot into three smaller parcels. The body will also receive reports from counsel regarding pending land use litigation and the SJ Louisiana Solar Farm.

• Item #24-16: Request by Taylor Peytavin to resubdivide Lot 12-2A into three residential lots (12-2A1, 12-2A2, and 12-2A3)
• Report from counsel on planned Parish Council consideration of SJ Louisiana Solar Farm
• Report from counsel on pending land use litigation

Coastal Zone Commission

The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will discuss several industrial site modifications. The meeting includes reviews of excavation for pipe repairs and the installation of a new flare structure.

• Americas Styrenics, LLC (P20240291): Proposed excavation for cast iron sewerage pipe repairs
• Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC Faustina Facility (20240295): Proposed installation of a new Flare structure, KO Drum, and pipe support framing
• Americas Styrenics, LLC (P20240352): Proposed excavation for firewater line repairs
• Gulf South Pipeline Company, LLC (P20220341): Modification to pipeline replacement project including 3,831' of line removal
• St. James Parish Government (P20240201): West Shore Lake Pontchartrain Connector Levee

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will consider introducing an ordinance to issue $6.5 million in revenue bonds for 2024. They will also canvass the returns of a special election authorizing a 6-mill ad valorem tax for ten years. Other items include appointments, a proclamation for Paul Keller Day, and resolutions for storm damage repairs and utility projects.

• Introduction of ordinance for $6,500,000 revenue bonds (Series 2024)
• Resolution canvassing special election results for 6-mill property tax
• Introduction of ordinance setting 2024 property tax millage
• Resolution proclaiming June 2, 2024 as Paul Keller Day
• Resolution authorizing bids for storm damage repair to dock on Blind River

Parish Council

The Council will review several resolutions authorizing professional service contracts and a renovation project for the Clerk of Court Office. The agenda also includes updates on drainage studies and code violation extensions.

• Contract with Unique Construction, LLC for Clerk of Court Office Renovation
• Contract with High Tide Consultants, LLC for professional services
• Contract with Crescent Engineering & Mapping, LLC for professional services
• Contract with U.S. Copy for copier and meter supplies
• Time extension to remedy code violations at 19454 Mimosa Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a solar energy facility and a medical clinic. The body will also review two subdivision requests and a land use application for a solar farm.

• SJ Louisiana Solar, LLC: Proposal for a 360 MW solar energy farm on approximately 2,200 acres
• St. James Parish Hospital: Request for a medical clinic over 10,000 square feet at 22054 Champion Street
• Item # 24-14: Subdivision of Lot A-1-A-2 into 3 commercial lots for Donnie Jarreau
• Item # 24-15: Family subdivision of The Paulin Poche Tract into 3 residential lots
• Item # 24-15: Variance request to reduce access servitude from 50 feet to 30 feet

Coastal Zone Commission

The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board is meeting to discuss new business regarding industrial infrastructure repairs and installations. The board will also review several state-level permit applications and modifications for pipelines and dredging projects.

• Americas Styrenics, LLC (P20240291): Proposal to excavate and repair a cast iron sewerage pipe
• Mosaic (20240295): Proposal to install a new Flare structure, KO Drum, and pipe support framing
• Gulf South Pipeline Company, LLC (P20220341): Modification to remove 3,831' of pipeline from MS River
• NuStar Energy, L.P. (P20240195): St. James Terminal Dock 1/2/5 Maintenance Dredging
• Fill Materials, LLC (P20240298): Convent Sand Pit project

Economic Development Board Meetings

The St. James Parish Economic Development Board convened on April 24, 2024, at the Welcome Center in Gramercy. The agenda included the approval of minutes from March 27, 2024, and a discussion on ethics training. No specific votes, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Approval of minutes from March 27, 2024
• Discussion of Ethics Training
• Reports from River Parishes Tourist Commission and River Region Chamber of Commerce
• Reports from Town of Lutcher and Town of Gramercy
• Reports from GNO, Inc. and South Central Planning

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council met to authorize property and casualty insurance contracts and natural gas purchasing agreements. The body also discussed a proposed millage and reviewed drainage and building project updates.

• Approved $1,606,289 premium limit for 2024 property and casualty insurance
• Authorized natural gas purchases from the Louisiana Municipal Gas Authority
• Approved the Area Agency on Aging Disaster Plan for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
• Updated drainage study from Forrestal Street to Pool Lane
• Amended the term date of Wilbur Reynaud on the St. James Parish Hospital Board to January 25, 2030

Parish Council

The Council is reviewing several items including a new adult drug intervention program funded by the parish. Other business includes street designation ordinances, utility relocation contracts, and various community proclamations.

• Agreement with District Attorney to implement an adult drug intervention program with funding not to exceed $186,000 annually
• Extension of legal services contract with Butler Snow, LLP through December 31, 2024
• Proposed Ordinance 23-05 designating Legion Street, Legion Lane, and Burnside Street as one-way streets
• Contract with Feliciana Welders, Inc. for the Hwy 20 at Apple Street Utility Relocation project
• Authorization to accept bids for a materials contract with Coburns for culverts

Economic Development Board Meetings

The St. James Parish Economic Development Board is meeting to discuss old and new business, including a recommendation to amend Ordinance 99-2 (Bylaws) and updates on economic development prospects. The agenda includes reports from various organizations and public comments on items requiring a vote.

• Recommendation to amend Ordinance 99-2 (Bylaws)
• American Cruise Lines update (March 17, 2024)
• St. James Business & Industry Development Group meeting on April 16, 2024
• Welcome Center update by Audrey Temple
• Reports from River Parishes Tourist Commission, Chamber of Commerce, GNO, Inc., and others

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider four simplified subdivision requests and a land use application for commercial apartments in Convent. The body will also review an appeal regarding a condemned property on Mimosa Street.

• Item #24-04: Request to place two 7-unit modular trailers for commercial apartments/emergency housing at 6346 Highway 44
• Item #24-08: Appeal of the decision to condemn the property at 19454 Mimosa Street
• Item #24-05: Request to subdivide Lot SL-9 into three lots (SL-9A, SL-9B, SL-9C) of Hester Plantation
• Item #24-06: Request to subdivide Optime Roussel Tract into three lots
• Item #24-07: Request to subdivide Henry Starlone Estate and portion of Nicholas Starlone Estate into two parcels

Coastal Zone Commission

The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will appoint a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary. The board will also discuss geotechnical soil borings for Mammoet USA South, Inc. and a valve replacement for Mosaic Fertilizer.

• Appointment of Board Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Mammoet USA South, Inc. (20240081): Proposal for 9 soil borings and 16 cone penetration tests
• Mosaic Fertilizer (20240137): Proposal to excavate a trench 8'x8'x6' to replace a fire water Post Indicator Valve
• Enterprise Products Operating LLC (P20230570): Modification to add limestone pad under skid
• Air Products Blue Energy (P20220553): Geotechnical investigations for LCEC CO2 Pipeline

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will discuss several financial resolutions, including the issuance of up to $6,500,000 in revenue bonds. The meeting also includes updates on drainage studies and the introduction of an ordinance to designate certain streets as one-way.

• Resolution for up to $6,500,000 in revenue bonds
• Ordinance designating Legion Street, Legion Lane, and Burnside Street as one-way streets
• Contract for Emergency Control Center first floor renovations with Task Industries, LLC
• Acceptance of change order #2 from DEL-CON, LLC for District 4 Community Center kitchen renovation
• Authorization to advertise bids for firefighting equipment

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council is meeting to vote on several construction and equipment contracts. The body will also discuss drainage updates and approve payroll and vendor disbursements.

• Contract with Sage Construction LLC for the Lutcher library archive building project
• Bid from Cazenave Motor Co., Inc. for two 2024 F-150 Meal Trucks
• Change order #1 from Del-Con, LLC for the District 4 Community Center kitchen renovation
• Approval of March 2024 payrolls up to $600,000 per payroll
• Appointment of Paul Beier to the Keep St. James Parish Beautiful Board

Economic Development Board Meetings

The St. James Parish Economic Development Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, hearing reports from partner organizations, and discussing two new business items: an American Cruise Lines visit on March 17, 2024, and a proposed amendment to the board's bylaws. Public comments are invited on agenda items requiring a vote.

• American Cruise Lines visit scheduled for March 17, 2024
• Proposed amendment to board bylaws under Section VI (Economic Development)
• Public comments on any agenda item requiring a vote
• Reports from River Parishes Tourist Commission, River Region Chamber of Commerce, GNO Inc., and Port of South Louisiana

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two property setback variance requests and receive a presentation from St. James Solar. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss three pending land use lawsuits.

• Variance request for a 16 x 74 garage at 3477 Redwood Lane in Paulina
• Variance request for a 16 x 74 mobile home at 1234 and 1238 Collins Street in Vacherie
• Presentation by William Risse regarding St. James Solar
• Executive session on Inclusive Louisiana v. St. James Parish
• Executive session on Alexander et al. v. St. James Parish regarding Koch Methanol project

Coastal Zone Commission

The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will meet to discuss several project applications. The board will review requests for soil borings and a valve replacement, as well as provide updates on state-level permit applications.

• Mammoet USA South, Inc. (20240081): Proposal for 9 soil borings and 16 cone penetration tests for a sustainable aviation fuel complex and bridge project
• Mosaic Fertilizer (20240137): Proposal to excavate a trench 8' long x 8' wide to replace a fire water Post Indicator Valve
• NuStar Logistics (P20231010): Voluntary withdrawal of application for a new pump station and piping
• Enterprise Products Operating LLC (P20230570): Modification to 8 Inch Koch Ethane Pipeline permit regarding excavation and fill volumes
• Occidental Chemical Corporation (P20231021): Public notice for Project Jupiter 6 in. and 8 in. pipelines

Parish Council

The Council will vote on ordinances to increase water rates for Water Districts 1 and 2 and adjust natural gas and water fees. The meeting also includes discussions on a Community Benefits Agreement with DG Fuels Louisiana, LLC and the appointment of a new Registrar of Voters.

• Ordinance 24-02: Increasing water rates for St. James Parish Water Districts 1 and 2
• Ordinance 24-03: Changes to natural gas fees
• Ordinance 23-04: Changes to water fees
• Community Benefits Agreement between DG Fuels Louisiana, LLC and St. James Parish
• Appointment of a Registrar of Voters to fill the vacancy left by Lisa Medine

Parish Council

The Council will discuss several ordinances regarding changes to water and natural gas fees. The agenda also includes multiple appointments to various boards and commissions, as well as updates on drainage studies.

• Ordinance to increase water rates for St. James Parish Water Districts 1 and 2
• Amendment to Desire Line LLC contract to increase total value to $455,000
• Resolution to advertise for bids for drainage culverts
• Ordinance amending fees for natural gas and water services
• Appointments to the Planning Commission, Housing Authority, and several recreation boards

Economic Development Board Meetings

The St. James Parish Economic Development Board is meeting to conduct routine business, including electing officers, accepting a resignation, and appointing a board member to the Tourist Commission. The agenda also includes updates on the Welcome Center, upcoming events, and reports from various regional organizations. No major policy decisions or financial actions are listed.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Resignation of Steven Bourgeois
• Board appointment to Tourist Commission
• Upcoming events: King Cake & Coffee (2/3/24) and Market Day (3/9/24)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a property setback variance and hear a presentation from St. James Solar. The body will also address the appointment of a District 5 Planning Commissioner.

• Variance request for a 16 x 74 feet mobile home at 9186 Ester Street in Convent
• Presentation by William Risse regarding St. James Solar
• Appointment of Paul Johnson as District 5 Planning Commissioner

Coastal Zone Commission

The Coastal Zone Advisory Board is discussing a proposal to construct a senior citizen center and a recreational center, including parking and drainage. The board will also review state permit applications for various pipeline and drainage projects.

• Proposed construction of Senior Center (22080 Champion St) and Rec Center (22104 Champion St) in Vacherie
• Atmos Energy: Vacherie Natural Gas Line Installation Along Dufrense Drive (P20231050)
• Enterprise Products Operating LLC: Koch Methanol - Belle Rose Pipeline Tie-in (P20231030)
• St. James Parish Government: Jack and Bore UP Rail Magnolia Drainage (P20231044)
• St. James Parish Government: St. James Miss Ebank Multi-Use Trail Ph 1 (P20230999)

Parish Council

The Council will review several resolutions regarding service contracts, vehicle purchases, and project completions. The agenda also includes presentations on drainage in District 6 and updates on the DG Fuels and DESRI projects.

• Resolution to authorize contracts with Utility Service Co. Inc. for maintenance of three elevated water tanks
• Resolution accepting a bid from Cazenave Motor Co., Inc. for two 2023 Ford F150 trucks
• Resolution authorizing bids for the Lutcher Library Archives Building project
• Resolution to accept work by Barriere Construction Co., LLC for the FY 2023 Road Rehabilitation project
• Resolution to accept work by TB T Contracting Inc. for the Vacherie Library Addition project

Parish Council

The Council is conducting an organizational meeting to elect leadership and establish administrative policies. The agenda includes setting meeting schedules and authorizing specific financial procedures for parish accounts.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Setting of meeting dates, times, and personnel/minute policies
• Resolution regarding ACH origination from First American Bank and Trust
• Resolution regarding credit card account management
• Resolution regarding payroll fund wire transfers

Parish Council

The St. James Parish Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 23-18 amending the Brookelyn Road Subdivision approval, then convene a regular meeting. Key actions include a resolution to call a special election on April 27, 2024, for a 6-mill ad valorem tax over 10 years for solid waste, animal control, parks, and roads. Other items include approval of payroll disbursements, a resolution for the St. Joseph Medical Clinic in Vacherie, and a contract for safety support services.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinance 23-18 amending Brookelyn Road Subdivision (Plot 23-29)
• Resolution calling a special election for a 6-mill ad valorem tax (4 mills for solid waste; 2 mills for animal control, parks, roads) for 10 years (2024-2033)
• Resolution recommending approval of St. Joseph Medical Clinic commercial facility in a residential growth area along Highway 20, Vacherie
• Resolution authorizing contract with Smart Profitability Solutions, LLC for safety support services
• Resolution appointing a Registrar of Voters for St. James Parish