Ascension Parish public meetings in 2023
69 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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The East Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 Board of Commissioners will consider purchasing a 2.28-acre parcel, approve a servitude map for drainage improvements, and authorize the parish president to handle CDBG grant documents. The board will also accept minutes from the November 7, 2023 meeting and hear a drainage report.
- Purchase of 2.28-acre parcel #20039709 at 49070 Hwy 22
- Approval of servitude map for 40' channel and 25' drainage servitude in Sections 12 and 7, T9S-R2E/R3E
- Exchange of servitude for replacement of timber bridge with box culverts at 39012 Hwy 621
- Resolution authorizing Parish President Clint Cointment and CFO Dawn Caballero to execute CDBG grant documents
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The Ascension Parish Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider routine planning matters, including approval of previous meeting minutes, a consent agenda item for a mortgage declaration, and public hearings on three family partition requests. No major policy changes or large-scale developments are on the agenda.
- Affidavit of Mortgage Declaration for Nathan & Suzanne Bourque, Lot C-1-B, 17052 Nathans Lane, Prairieville
- Public hearing: Kenneth Tynes Property, Lots KT-2-A and KT-2-B, Earles and Associates, LLC (Council District 10)
- Public hearing: George Carnell and Wilbert Tillotson Properties, Lots 8-A, 8-B, and 9-A, McLin Taylor, Inc. (Council District 11)
- Public hearing: Alton E. Kelley Property, Lots C-1-B-1 and C-1-B-2, McLin Taylor, Inc. (Council District 5)
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The Ascension Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on three variance requests from the zoning code, each seeking relief from lot, setback, or yard requirements for residential properties. The board will also accept minutes and written decisions from its October 25, 2023 meeting. No other substantive action is listed.
- Variance PZ-3273.23 for David L. Thornhill, Lot 6A-1-A of Cambre Partition, north side of LA Hwy 42, east of Manchac Point Road, to relax minimum lot and frontage restrictions.
- Variance PZ-3299.23 for James Ryan Houston, Lot 113 Manchac Harbor Third Filing, east side of W Harbor Court, north of Lake Harbor Lane, to relax setback and yard requirements.
- Variance PZ-3300.23 for Jamison Dore, Lot A (re-subdivision of four unnamed lots), west side of W Millien Road, north of Millien Road, to relax setback and yard requirements.
- Acceptance of minutes and written decisions from the October 25, 2023 meeting.
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The Ascension Parish Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on the 2024 budget, a pay classification plan with a cost-of-living adjustment, and a franchise for National Water Infrastructure, LLC related to the wastewater system sale. The consent agenda includes numerous contract renewals and approvals, such as economic development agreements, fire district contracts, and utility maintenance services. A resolution to remove all members of the West Ascension Hospital District Board is also on the agenda.
- Resolution to remove all members of the West Ascension Hospital District Board
- Ordinance to amend zoning from RM to MU2 for Lot 2-A of Joseph N. Delaune Estates, west side of Hwy 73 near Duplessis Road
- Renewal of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with AEDC for $322,800.00
- Contract with Ready Power, LLC for two generators at $153,298.00
- Ordinance to grant franchise to National Water Infrastructure, LLC for wastewater system
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The Ascension Parish Finance Committee is meeting to consider a range of financial items, including economic development incentives, contract renewals, and infrastructure projects. Key items include introducing two CF Industries Nitrogen projects for Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) participation, renewing the parish's economic development agreement for $322,800, and approving multiple contracts for fire services, utilities, and other services. The committee will also review a contract report and financial updates.
- ITEP participation for Project Blue Topaz and Project Mack (CF Industries Nitrogen, LLC)
- Renewal of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with AEDC for $322,800
- Renewal of fire protection agreement with City of Gonzales and Fire District No. 1 (up to $120,000)
- Renewal of part-time firefighter compensation agreement with Fire District No. 3 (up to $490,000)
- Contract for two generators at Ground Storage Facility and Donaldsonville Water Plant with Ready Power, LLC ($153,298)
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The West Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District Board is meeting to discuss drainage issues, including updates on Castro Lane and a problem at 902 Mississippi Street. The board will also accept minutes from its September 7, 2023 meeting and receive drainage and vegetation reports.
- Castro Lane update
- Drainage issue discussion at 902 Mississippi Street
- Drainage and vegetation reports
- Acceptance of September 7, 2023 meeting minutes
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The Ascension Parish Council will hold its regular meeting on November 2, 2023, covering general business, introductions of ordinances, and public hearings. Key items include ratifying the CFO appointment, approving 2024 health/life insurance, discussing a future animal shelter, and introducing ordinances for the 2024 budget, pay adjustments, zoning changes, and a wastewater franchise. Public hearings will address two zoning map amendments and ordinances on attorney reporting and precinct boundaries.
- Ratify appointment of CFO Dawn Caballero
- Approve 2024 health and life insurance for parish employees
- Introduce ordinance to adjust pay ranges for 2024 COLA
- Introduce ordinance to amend zoning for Crawfish Properties (PZ-3267.23) on Hwy 73
- Public hearing on zoning change for Germania Plantation property (PZ-3226.23) on LA 405
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The Ascension Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on a variance request for The Camp Seafood, located on LA Hwy 44, to relax commercial setback requirements. The board will also consider minutes and written decisions from the September meeting, and discuss rescheduling the November 22 meeting due to Thanksgiving.
- Public hearing on variance PZ-3264.23 for Lot 46 Old Hickory Woods, The Camp Seafood, west side of LA Hwy 44, 150' south of Sycarmore Ave, to vary Section 17-2073(F) setback requirements
- Acceptance of minutes from September 27, 2023 meeting
- Acceptance of written decisions from September 27, 2023 meeting
- Discussion of moving November 22, 2023 meeting to November 29, 2023 due to Thanksgiving
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The Ascension Parish Council will hold its regular meeting on October 19, 2023, with a consent agenda covering numerous contracts, change orders, and grant acceptances. Notable items include a resolution to place video gaming legality on the ballot, approval of an $840,000 purchase for animal shelter property, and a zoning change request. The meeting also includes public hearings on ordinances and an executive session for a settlement agreement.
- Resolution to place video gaming legality on the ballot
- Approval of $840,000 purchase of 8.724-acre tract at 15460 Airline Highway, Prairieville for animal shelter
- Zoning change for Crawfish Properties, LLC from RM to MU2 on Hwy 73
- Acceptance of $69,012.02 SHSP and $56,438.85 EMPG grants
- Change orders for PR 929 at Parker Road Roundabout totaling over $200,000
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The Ascension Parish Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, including final plat approvals for two subdivisions, and public hearings on five family partition requests. The agenda is largely administrative, with no major policy decisions or large contracts listed.
- Final plat approval for Cessna Street Gated Community, 2nd Filing (SJB Group, LLC)
- Final plat approval for Pelican Crossing, 6th Filing (Quality Engineering & Surveying, LLC)
- Five family partition requests, including properties on Wirth Evans Rd and Hwy 73
- Affidavits of mortgage declaration for properties in St. Amant and Prairieville
- Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes
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The Ascension Parish Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request to rezone Lot 2-A of the Joseph N. Delaune Estates from Medium Intensity Residential (RM) to Mixed Use 2 (MU2). The commission will make a recommendation to the Parish Council. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on rezoning Lot 2-A of Joseph N. Delaune Estates (PZ-3267.23) for Crawfish Properties, LLC
- Property located on west side of LA Hwy 73, about 950 feet south of Duplessis Road
- Proposed change from Medium Intensity Residential (RM) to Mixed Use 2 (MU2)
- Approval of minutes from September 13, 2023 meeting
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The Ascension Parish Finance Committee is meeting to consider a wide range of financial items, including accepting a land donation for Fire District No. 2, approving multiple contract amendments and change orders, accepting state grants, and amending building fees. The agenda is largely routine approvals of contracts and expenditures, with no major policy debates listed.
- Donation of property from Palo Alto Inc. and The McCall Company for Fire District No. 2
- Amendment to water infrastructure contract adding $70,000 (total $994,000)
- Acceptance of $69,012.02 SHSP and $56,438.85 EMPG grants
- Change orders for PR 929 at Parker Road Roundabout totaling $224,670.71
- Ordinance to amend building fees in the Unified Land Development Code
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The West Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District Board will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of prior minutes, and reports. The board will discuss updates on Castro Lane and a drainage issue at 902 Mississippi Street, as well as receive drainage and vegetation reports.
- Castro Lane update
- Drainage issue at 902 Mississippi Street
- Drainage and vegetation reports
- Approval of September 7, 2023 meeting minutes
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The Ascension Parish Council will hold its regular meeting on October 5, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes a resolution to place a video gaming legality question on the ballot, approval of Halloween trick-or-treat hours, a bond program agreement with CAFA, and several zoning and ordinance items. Public hearings are scheduled for a waterline servitude revocation, a classification plan update, and a property acquisition for drainage.
- Resolution to place video gaming legality on ballot
- Approval of Halloween trick-or-treat Oct 31, 6-8pm
- CAFA bond program authorization (amended to prohibit PILOT agreements)
- Zoning map amendments: PZ-3196.23 (RM to MU2) and PZ-3226.23 (C/MI to MU/LI/MI/HI)
- Ordinance to acquire 8.09 acres at LA Hwy 941 for Hackett Regional Drainage
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The Ascension Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on two variance requests from the parish development code. One seeks relief from minimum lot and frontage requirements on Rogers A Road, and the other from residential setback and yard requirements on Lake Bend Avenue. The board will also accept minutes and written decisions from its July 27, 2023 meeting.
- Variance PZ-3253.23 for Biff Fontenot: lot and frontage restrictions, north side of Rogers A Road, ~900' east of Hwy 937
- Variance PZ-3254.23 for Mike & Jennifer DeLormier: setback and yard requirements, Lot 54 Oaks on the Bluff, south side of Lake Bend Avenue, ~150' west of Swamp Maple Drive
- Acceptance of minutes and written decisions from July 27, 2023 meeting
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The Ascension Parish Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two rezoning requests and make recommendations to the Parish Council. The first request would change a property on Hwy 929 from Medium Intensity Residential to Mixed Use 2. The second request involves the Germania Plantation property on LA Hwy 405, proposing a change from Conservation and Medium Industrial to a mix of industrial and mixed-use designations.
- Public hearing on rezoning PZ-3196.23 (William Freeman): west side of Hwy 929, 300' north of Parker Road, from RM to MU2
- Public hearing on rezoning PZ-3226.23 (Germania Plantation, Inc. ETAL): south side of LA Hwy 405, 2500' west of Mulberry Grove Road, from C & MI to MU, LI, MI, HI
- Approval of minutes from July 12, 2023 meeting
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The East Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 Board of Commissioners will consider several professional service contracts, a land acquisition, and a legal claim. The board will also receive updates on drainage projects and vegetation management.
- Amendment No. 9 to extend H. Davis Cole contract for New River Canal Watershed through Nov 2, 2024 (no price change)
- Renewal of wetlands delineation contract with Elos Environmental, LLC for $300,000 through Oct 23, 2024
- Approval of culvert sizing consulting services by Hartman Engineering not to exceed $150,000
- Renewal of design services contract with Ardurra Group, LLC for up to $500,000 for drainage pumping stations
- Acquisition of 8.09-acre parcel at La Hwy 941, Gonzales (Parcel #20039818) for Hackett Regional Drainage
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The Ascension Parish Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions: ratifying the Parish President's appointment of Eric Poche as Planning and Zoning Director, and approving an intergovernmental agreement with the Ascension Parish Library to use library-owned property on Highway 431 in St. Amant for a multi-purpose complex. The complex would include a library, community center, common area, and emergency operations center. No other business is listed.
- Resolution to ratify appointment of Eric Poche as Planning and Zoning Director
- Resolution to approve Intergovernmental Agreement and Local Services Agreement with Ascension Parish Library
- Property located on Highway 431 in St. Amant
- Multi-Purpose Complex to include library, community center, common area, and Emergency Operations Center
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The Ascension Parish Council is meeting to consider several items, including the approval of the Prevost budget, a resolution to ratify the Planning and Zoning Director, and an agreement to use library property for a multi-purpose complex. They will also hold public hearings on ordinances to create two new Road Infrastructure Districts and to accept donated vehicles for Fire Protection District No. 1.
- Prevost budget presentation and approval
- Ratify appointment of Planning and Zoning Director Eric Poche
- Intergovernmental agreement for library property on Highway 431 in St. Amant for multi-purpose complex
- Create Road Infrastructure District #IDD-2023-01 (Christy Place)
- Create Road Infrastructure District #IDD-2023-02 (Delaune Estates, 1st Filing)
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The Ascension Parish Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering multiple contract approvals and change orders, including fire station renovations and building projects. They will also consider opting into a state temporary housing assistance program, updating a community needs assessment, and adding engineering review services for a parkway project. Public hearings are scheduled for creating two Road Infrastructure Districts and adopting the 2023 Transportation Impact Fee Study. The meeting includes an executive session for legal and personnel matters.
- Approval of Change Order #2 for Fire Station #41 renovations, adding $9,232.92 (total $1,132,022.92) and extending completion to Jan 24, 2024
- Approval of Amendment #1 to Mougeot Architecture contract, increasing by $50,000 to $99,500 for fire district services
- Approval of contract with ABK Constructors for $58,894.94 to re-roof Sheriff's Office and West Bank Courthouse
- Public hearings to create Road Infrastructure Districts #IDD-2023-01 (Christy Place) and #IDD-2023-02 (Delaune Estates)
- Public hearing to adopt 2023 Transportation Impact Fee Study
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The Ascension Parish Recreation Committee is meeting to receive the Director's Report and discuss general business. The agenda includes updates on recreation construction projects, grounds maintenance, and a discussion of Jackie Robinson Park. No votes or specific dollar amounts are listed.
- Update on progress of Recreation Construction Projects
- Update on Grounds Maintenance
- Discussion of Jackie Robinson Park
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The Ascension Parish Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to review subdivision status, approve minutes, and act on consent agenda items including mortgage affidavits and a final plat approval. A public hearing will be held on a family partition of the Lauren Gray property. Most items are routine administrative approvals.
- Final Plat Approval: Windsor Park, Second Filing, by Quality Engineering & Surveying, LLC (Council District 7)
- Public Hearing: Family partition of Lauren Gray Property, Tracts Y-1-A & Y-1-B, by B. M. Aguillard & Associates, LLC (Council District 7)
- Affidavit of Mortgage Declaration: Leroy and Brenda Kern Boudreaux, Lot 1A-1, 1011 Hwy 1 South, Donaldsonville
- Affidavit of Mortgage Declaration: Clint P. Chachati, Lot 1A-2, 34397 Jules Dr, Donaldsonville
- Affidavit of Mortgage Declaration: Ray J. Decareaux II and Jami Marchand Decareaux, Lot B-1, 41477 Hwy 621, Gonzales
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The Ascension Parish Finance Committee is meeting to consider several contract approvals, change orders, and amendments, including fire station renovations, architectural services, vehicle donations, utility variances, and recreation agreements. The agenda also includes a contract report and a financial update.
- Change Order #2 for Fire Station #41 renovations: +$9,232.92, new total $1,132,022.92
- Amendment #1 to Mougeot Architecture contract: +$50,000, new total $99,500
- Ordinance to accept donated vehicles (2009 Dodge Ram, 2010 Ford F150, 2012 Ford Expedition) from Sheriff's Office to Fire District #1
- Variance requests for MGX Equipment Services and David Divincenti under Code 18-117.2(m)
- Contract with ABK Constructors for re-roofing Sheriff's Office and West Bank Courthouse: $58,894.94
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The East Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 board will consider several contracts and amendments, including awarding a pipe lining project to Anding Construction Services, extending engineering contracts, and renewing a $1,000,000 master task order for drainage engineering services. The board will also receive monthly reports on drainage, vegetation, and a grant application update.
- Acceptance of lowest responsive quote from Anding Construction Services, LLC for CIPP pipe lining for Old Perkins/Manchac Acres
- Approval of Amendment No. 7 to Master Contract with Infinity Engineering for Conway Bayou Pump Station (Sorrento Pump Station) Upgrade, extending term to December 31, 2023
- Renewal of Master Task Order Contract for drainage engineering services in the amount of $1,000,000.00 shared among 14 firms
- Approval of Amendment No. 5 with Del-Con for Repair & Maintenance Services (Pump Stations), extending term 90 days to November 27, 2023
- Monthly reports on HNTB ADAPT Program/Grant Application, drainage, and vegetation
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The Ascension Parish Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a parish president's report, and several agenda items. Key actions include a resolution to require the West Ascension Hospital Board to obtain budget approval and comply with open meetings law, introduction of a transportation impact fee study update ordinance, and public hearings on a 2023 budget amendment and declaring surplus equipment for sale.
- Resolution requiring West Ascension Hospital Board budget approval per RS 46:1057 and open meetings compliance
- Introduction of 2023 Transportation Impact Fee Study Update ordinance
- Public hearing and ordinance for Budget Amendment #3 to amend 2023 Budget
- Public hearing and ordinance to declare surplus and authorize sale of miscellaneous movable equipment
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The West Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District Board will consider approving a $1,401,442.00 contract with MTC Construction, LLC for the Bonadona/Cataldo Drainage Improvements, based on bid results. The board will also discuss work orders for May through December 2023 and receive reports on drainage and vegetation. Public comments and approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.
- Bid results and approval of contract with MTC Construction, LLC for $1,401,442.00 for Bonadona/Cataldo Drainage Improvements
- Discussion of work orders for May-December 2023
- Drainage and vegetation reports
- Public comment period
- Approval of minutes from July 6, 2023 meeting
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The Ascension Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Lee Simon for a property on Della Marchand Road. The variance would relax residential setback requirements under the parish development code. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and written decisions from the previous meeting.
- Public hearing for variance PZ-3201.23: Lot 5, formerly part of Alvin (J) Marchand Property, east side of Della Marchand Road, ~450' south of William Ficklin Road, to vary Section 17-2073 setback requirements
- Acceptance of minutes from June 28, 2023 meeting
- Acceptance of written decisions from June 28, 2023 meeting
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The Ascension Parish Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing multiple contract approvals and renewals, including a $1.4 million drainage improvement contract. They will also discuss a transportation impact fee study, ARPA funds status, and a state law on electronic meetings. A public hearing is scheduled to accept a donated emergency response boat from the Sheriff's Office.
- Bid award to MTC Construction for Bonadona/Cataldo Drainage Improvements, $1,401,442
- Renewal of Jani-King of Baton Rouge master services contract, $1,036,172
- Amendment to I.C.E. Sales and Services contract, increase $25,000 to $75,000
- Public hearing on ordinance to accept emergency response boat donation from Sheriff's Office
- Discussion of ACT 393 on electronic meetings
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The Ascension Parish Transportation Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving department updates. They will also review and potentially approve moving forward with a transportation impact fee study update and a credit agreement with DB Windemere LLC for Cannon Road improvements.
- Approval of minutes from March 9 and June 8, 2023
- Department report from Transportation Pavement Manager Treg Cunningham
- HNTB Move Ascension update by Jeff Burst
- Review and request for approval to introduce ordinance for '2023 Transportation Impact Fee Study Update'
- Review and modification of 'Credit Agreement with DB Windemere LLC For Construction of Cannon Road Improvements'
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The Ascension Parish Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning change for a property near West and North Robert Wilson Road, recommending approval or denial to the Parish Council. The commission will also discuss a fence ordinance revision and accept minutes from the previous meeting.
- Public hearing on Zoning Review ID PZ-3200.23 for L.J. Grezaffi to rezone from Conservation (C) and Light Industry (LI) to Medium Industry (MI)
- Property located northwest corner of West and North Robert Wilson Road, about 2640 feet north of LA Hwy 30
- Discussion of fence ordinance revision
- Acceptance of minutes from June 14, 2023 meeting
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The Ascension Parish Finance Committee is scheduled to meet on July 11, 2023, to discuss and vote on various financial items, including contract renewals, amendments, and drainage improvements. The agenda features business items such as a $1,401,442.00 bid approval for the Bonadona/Cataldo Drainage Improvements and multiple service contract renewals.
- Approval of Bonadona/Cataldo Drainage Improvements contract with MTC Construction, LLC for $1,401,442.00
- Renewal of Master Services Contract with Enmon Enterprises, LLC d/b/a Jani-King of Baton Rouge for $1,036,172.00
- Amendment #1 for grass cutting services with MD Lawn Service & Pressure Washing, LLC for $40,600.00
- Renewal of services contract with Life House Staffing for an amount not to exceed $149,500.00
- Renewal of Master Services Contract with Trash Rangers of Louisiana Commercial, LLC for an amount not to exceed $165,000.00
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The Ascension Parish Personnel Committee will meet to conduct interviews for the Tourism Commission and the Waterways Commission. The meeting will take place at 615 E Worthey Rd in Gonzales.
- Interviews for the Tourism Commission
- Interviews for the Waterways Commission
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The Board will discuss drainage ditch maintenance at Castro Road and 247 Reynard Dr., as well as Work Order #6160. Members will also review procedures for requesting ditch excavation and the distribution of dirt removed from those sites.
- Discussion of drainage ditch cleaning at Castro Road
- Discussion of drainage ditch cleaning at 247 Reynard Dr.
- Discussion of Work Order #6160
- Review of procedures for ditch excavation and dirt distribution
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The Ascension Parish Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contracts, agreements, and budget items, plus public hearings on zoning changes and proposed animal shelter sites. Key actions include approving a $948,192.50 asphalt paving contract, a $104,000 security services renewal, and an opioid awareness needs assessment with the Sheriff's Office. The council will also consider ordinances to require Planned Unit Developments for multi-family apartments and create a new Conservation 5 zoning district.
- Asphalt Concrete Pavement Preservation 2023 contract with Material Resources, Inc. for $948,192.50
- Renewal of Security Services Contract with Merchants Security Services, Inc. for $104,000
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Sheriff for opioid awareness needs assessment, not to exceed $100,000
- Public hearings on proposed animal shelter sites at 15460 Airline Highway, 41597 Weber City Rd., and 40532 Black Bayou Rd. Ext.
- Ordinances to add Planned Unit Development requirement for multi-family apartments and create Conservation 5 zoning district
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The Ascension Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing to consider three variance requests from residential setback and yard requirements. The board will also accept minutes and written decisions from its May 24, 2023 meeting. Public comments will be taken.
- Variance request PZ-3164.23 for Lot 2-A on John West Road, near LA Hwy 931 (Eric Elisar)
- Variance request PZ-3168.23 for Lot 285 in Pelican Point Golf Community, on Swan Circle (north side)
- Variance request PZ-3177.23 for Lot 2A in Hopevilla Acres Subdivision, on Hope Villa Drive (Scott Schroll)
- Acceptance of minutes and written decisions from May 24, 2023 meeting
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The Ascension Parish Planning Commission is meeting to consider routine planning items, including final plat approvals for two subdivisions and two mortgage declarations. One mortgage declaration item was removed from the agenda due to an objection. The meeting also includes a staff report on subdivision status and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Final plat approval for Copperhead, Phase II, an industrial subdivision (Council District 3)
- Final plat approval for Belle Savanne, Phase 3B (Council District 8)
- Affidavit of Mortgage Declaration for Gose-Allen Investments, LLC, Lot 2, Copperhead (6150 Copperhead Rd, Geismar)
- Affidavit of Mortgage Declaration for Carlos Prettelt, Lot at 43177 Hwy 621, Gonzales (removed due to objection)
- Approval of minutes from May 10, 2023 meeting
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The Ascension Parish Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss a proposed revision to the fence ordinance. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a staff report, but the main item is the fence ordinance discussion.
- Discussion of fence ordinance revision
- Acceptance of May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
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The Transportation Committee will meet to discuss updates to the 2023 Transportation Impact Fee Study and modifications to a credit agreement for Cannon Road improvements. The committee will also receive a project update from HNTB regarding the Move Ascension program and a report from the Transportation Pavement Manager.
- Introduction of 2023 Transportation Impact Fee Study Update
- Modification of Credit Agreement with DB Windemere LLC for Cannon Road improvements
- Move Ascension project update by HNTB
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The Ascension Parish Finance Committee is meeting to consider a range of financial items, including contract renewals, intergovernmental agreements, and budget amendments. Key decisions include a security services contract renewal, a parking agreement for Lamar Dixon, and an opioid needs assessment with the Sheriff's office. The agenda also includes a change order for sewer improvements and a bid award for pavement preservation.
- Approval of intergovernmental agreement with Amite River Basin Commission for drone use
- Renewal of security services contract with Merchants Security Services, Inc. for $104,000
- Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with TNT Building Consultants for parking at Lamar Dixon at $25,000/month
- Approval of opioid needs assessment with Sheriff, not to exceed $100,000
- Change Order #9 for Shaw Construction sewer improvements, additional $82,588 (total $5,056,157.66)
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The West Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including approval of the previous meeting's minutes, a public comment period, and reports from the assistant director on drainage and vegetation. No major decisions or proposals are listed.
- Public comment period
- Approval of minutes from May 4, 2023 meeting
- Drainage and vegetation reports by Regina Thomas
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The Ascension Parish Council will consider adopting a three-year capital road improvement plan and a waiver for sewer development fees at Belle Savanne. The council will also hold public hearings on new traffic calming policies, 2023 budget amendments, and redistricting ordinances. Additionally, the council will discuss board appointments and a settlement agreement regarding a lawsuit involving Dixie Electric Membership Corporation.
- Approval of 2023-2025 Capital Road Improvements plan
- Sewer development fee waiver for Belle Savanne Subdivision Phase 3 and Apartments
- Public hearing on new Appendix XV Traffic Calming policy
- Public hearing on 2023 Budget Amendment #1
- Ordinance to acquire two parcels of property for the Council on Aging
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The Board of Adjustments will meet to consider two residential variance requests regarding setback and yard requirements. The board will also review and accept minutes and written decisions from their April 26, 2023, meeting.
- Variance request for Lot 11 Angelle Estates (PZ-3111.23)
- Variance request for property on Stewart Road (PZ-3136.23)
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The Ascension Parish Council is holding a regular meeting with consent agenda items, general business, planning and zoning recommendations, ordinance introductions, and public hearings. Key actions include approving contracts and agreements, considering zoning ordinance changes, introducing a budget amendment, and holding a public hearing on property tax millages. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss a settlement offer in a lawsuit.
- Renewal of 4-H cooperative endeavor agreement up to $50,000/year
- Amendment to plumbing contract increasing total to $129,000
- LADOTD maintenance agreement with $154,640 reimbursement
- Introduction of ordinances for PUD multi-family zoning and Conservation 5 district
- Public hearing on 2023 tax millages
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The Ascension Parish Personnel Committee is scheduled to meet on May 16, 2023, to conduct board interviews. The agenda consists of procedural items followed by interviews for the West Ascension Parish Hospital Board, the Library Board, and the Fire Protection District 3 Board.
- Interviews for the West Ascension Parish Hospital Board
- Interviews for the Library Board
- Interviews for the Fire Protection District 3 Board
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The Ascension Parish Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request for a new telecommunications tower, discuss revisions to the fence ordinance, and re-vote on a zoning map change to Conservation 5 (C5) designation. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and staff reports.
- Public hearing on conditional use for Telecad Wireless / Vertical Bridge to construct a telecommunications tower on LA Hwy 431, 350' north of Harry Savoy Road
- Discussion of fence ordinance revision
- Re-vote on Ordinance ZM-23.04: revisions to zoning map for Conservation 5 (C5) designation
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The Ascension Parish Planning Commission will meet to consider final plats, family partitions, and a preliminary plat major revision. The commission will also hold a public hearing to recommend approval or denial of amendments to the Unified Land Development Code regarding traffic calming.
- Final Plat Approval for Belle Savanne Subdivision, Phase 3A (Council District 8)
- Final Plat Approval for Clare Court (Council District 8)
- Public Hearing for Aubert Boudreaux Property Family Partition (Council District 3)
- Public Hearing for Moss Side Villas Major Revision Preliminary Plat (Council District 8)
- Public Hearing on amendments to Appendix XV Traffic Calming and Appendix IV Subdivision Regulations
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The East Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 Board of Commissioners will meet on May 9, 2023, to consider contract amendments, change orders, and cooperative agreements. Key items include funding increases for the Conway Bayou Pump Station upgrade and the New River Drainage Improvement project, as well as a cost-sharing agreement with the City of Gonzales for bulkhead repairs. The board will also discuss a waiver request and condition submittals for Conway Subdivision.
- Approval of Amendment No. 7 for Infinity Engineering Conway Bayou Pump Station (Sorrento Pump Station) upgrade for $20,000.00, making a new total of $572,910.00
- Approval of Change Order No. 2 with Boone Services, LLC for the New River Drainage Improvement project for an increase of $44,385.00 and 60 additional days, making a new total of $4,868,610.00
- Approval of a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the City of Gonzales to share costs of bulkhead repairs on Main St. of New River, not to exceed $40,350.00 total ($20,175.00 each)
- Approval of a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Livingston Parish Council for the removal of debris from the Amite River
- Review and discussion of condition submittals from Conway Subdivision regarding a drainage ordinance waiver to use storm drainage pumps
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The Ascension Parish Finance Committee is meeting to consider several financial and operational items, including contract renewals, utility variances, and a budget amendment. Key decisions include a variance for Belle Maison Subdivision to use a third-party wastewater provider, a waiver of sewer connection fees, and multiple contract approvals. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss a settlement claim.
- Renewal of 4-H Youth Development agreement with LSU AgCenter, up to $50,000/year
- Variance for Belle Maison Subdivision to allow third-party wastewater treatment
- Waiver of $2,500 per lot sewer connection fee for Belle Maison Subdivision
- Increase contract with Joey Thibodeaux's Drain Cleaning by $80,000 to $129,000
- Change Order #9 for Shaw Construction: $82,588 increase, total $5,056,157.66
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The West Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District Board will hold a meeting on May 4, 2023, at the Ascension Parish Courthouse in Donaldsonville. The agenda includes a vote on a resolution to join the Louisiana Attorney General in litigation against FEMA challenging Risk Rating 2.0. The board will also receive updates on the Louisiana Watershed Initiative and hear drainage and vegetation reports.
- Resolution to join the Attorney General of Louisiana in litigation against FEMA to challenge Risk Rating 2.0
- Louisiana Watershed Initiative Update by David Weil, Executive Administrator
- Drainage & Vegetation Reports by Regina Thomas, Supervisor III DPWW
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The Ascension Parish Council will meet to consider a large consent agenda involving various infrastructure projects, professional service contracts, and budget adjustments. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of Juneteenth as a new parish holiday and introduce ordinances concerning the 2023 budget and property tax millages.
- Contract for Churchpoint Road & Roddy Road roundabout construction: $1,936,083.96
- Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for LaLa Regira Baseball Field: $400,000.00
- HVAC maintenance and repair contracts for parish facilities: $350,000.00
- Public hearing on adding Juneteenth as a parish holiday
- Introduction of 2023 budget amendment ordinance
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The Ascension Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing to consider four separate requests for zoning variances. These requests involve residential setback and yard requirements, as well as regulations regarding secondary family residences.
- PZ-3109.23: Variance for setback requirements at Kevin Road
- PZ-3115.23: Variance for secondary family residence on Latino Drive
- PZ-3121.23: Variance for setback requirements at Renaissance Subdivision
- PZ-3127.23: Variance for setback requirements at Galvez Gardens Subdivision
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The Ascension Parish Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider amendments to the parish development code and zoning tables. The commission will make recommendations to the Parish Council regarding new requirements for multi-family residential apartments and the creation of a new Countryside (CS) zoning district.
- Ordinance DC-23.01: Conditional Use Permit and site plan review for multi-family apartments
- Ordinance DC-23.02: Creation of Countryside (CS) zoning district
- Ordinance ZM-23.04: Revisions to the zoning map for Countryside (CS) designation
- Ordinance ZT-23.02: Zoning table amendments for multi-family apartment reviews
- Ordinance ZT-23.03: Zoning table amendments to include Countryside (CS) designation
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The Ascension Parish Council will meet to consider engineering and consulting contracts, including a $250,000 contract renewal with CSRS, LLC and roundabout construction contracts with Meyer Engineers, Ltd. The council will also hold public hearings on ordinances regarding property transfers, council districts, and pipeline damage prevention, and introduce an ordinance to add Juneteenth as a parish holiday.
- Renewal of Master Contract with CSRS, LLC for Engineering Review Agency Services not to exceed $250,000.00
- Contract with Meyer Engineers, Ltd. for a roundabout at PR 929 and Parker Roads for a maximum not to exceed amount of $128,504.00
- Contract with Meyer Engineers, Ltd. for a roundabout at Churchpoint Road and Roddy Road for a maximum not to exceed amount of $265,052.00
- Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the Juneteenth holiday as a new parish holiday
- Public hearings on ordinances regarding the transfer of surplus property on West Millien Road in Donaldsonville, council district boundaries, and underground pipeline damage prevention
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The East Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a resolution regarding a flood control project. The board will consider authorizing a pre-application to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Flood Control Program to seek assistance for reducing flood damage.
- Resolution to submit a pre-application to the DOTD Flood Control Program
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The East Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss drainage projects, property management, and legal matters. The board will consider an amendment to a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for a home elevation project and review proposals regarding the disposal of spoils from the Marvin Braud project. Additionally, the board will hold executive sessions regarding ongoing litigation and a potential lawsuit against FEMA concerning flood insurance rates.
- Approval of $148,250 amendment to CEA for home elevation at 17214, totaling $375,555.75
- Proposal to relocate spoils from the Marvin Braud project to the former Ormet site
- Recommendation for ordinance change regarding master drainage study data
- Executive session on Shane Anderson, et. Al. vs. Ascension Parish litigation
- Executive session on joining a lawsuit against FEMA regarding Risk Rating 2.0
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The Ascension Parish Planning Commission will meet to consider consent items including mortgage declarations and final plat approval for Windsor Park Subdivision. The agenda also includes public hearings for family partitions and a proposed ordinance amendment regarding traffic calming measures.
- Final Plat Approval for Windsor Park Subdivision - First Filing (Council District 7)
- Public Hearing for Family Partitions including Albertine A. Parms Property, Burris L. Parent Property, Leroy Robert Property, and Jimmy's Lounge, Inc. Property
- Ordinance public hearing to amend the Ascension Parish Unified Land Development Code to add Appendix XV - Traffic Calming
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The Ascension Parish Council will meet on April 6, 2023, to discuss public hearings, ordinance introductions, proclamations, and executive session items. Key matters include adjusting the administrative settlement threshold for liability and auto claims, amending subdivision and drainage regulations, and discussing potential legal actions.
- Ordinance to increase the Level II administration settlement threshold for liability and automobile claims from $10,000.00 to $25,000.00
- Ordinance to transfer surplus property on West Millien Road in Donaldsonville to Jamison Dore and Heather Dore
- Ordinance to amend the Unified Land Development Code regarding sidewalks in the public right-of-way and drainage structures
- Ordinance to amend the Unified Land Development Code regarding drainage and perimeter drainage during construction
- Proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month, Fair Housing Month, and Community Development Week
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The Ascension Parish Board of Adjustments will meet to consider two requests for residential setback variances on Etienne Road. The board will also review and accept minutes and written decisions from the February 22, 2023, meeting.
- Variance request PZ-3096.23 for Etienne Decoteau Property Tract G-1
- Variance request PZ-3102.23 for Etienne Decoteau Property Tract G-2
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This is a routine meeting of the Ascension Parish Recreation Committee. The agenda includes call to order, invocation, public comment, and a director's report, followed by adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Public comment period
- Director's report
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The Ascension Parish Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend action on several financial items, including introducing two clean energy projects for tax incentives, addressing contract non-compliance, and approving various contracts and budget increases. The agenda includes a mix of economic development incentives, infrastructure contracts, and administrative adjustments.
- Introduction of Project Viper (Clean Hydrogen Works) and Project Point (Freepoint Eco-Systems) for ITEP participation
- Discussion of non-compliance for contracts with Mauser USA and Talon Industrial
- Increase in settlement authority for liability and auto claims from $10,000 to $25,000
- Contract with Hendrick Construction for roundabout at PR 929 & Parker Roads
- Amendment to legal services contract with Butler Snow for $25,000, new total $60,000
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The Ascension Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing to consider two variance requests. One request seeks a variance from minimum lot and frontage requirements for property on Stringer Bridge Road, and the other seeks a variance from maximum sign height standards for a property on LA Hwy 30. The board will also accept minutes and written decisions from the previous meeting.
- Variance request PZ-3072.23 by Jake & Sasha Savoy for lots F & G on Stringer Bridge Road, seeking relief from Section 17-2073 minimum lot and frontage requirements.
- Variance request PZ-3078.23 by Talon Industries, LLC for Lot 3-A-1 in Copperhead Industrial Subdivision, seeking relief from Section 17-2086 maximum sign height standards.
- Acceptance of minutes and written decisions from the January 25, 2023 meeting.
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The Ascension Parish Council will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and amendments, including a $10,000 cooperative endeavor for a 4-H livestock show, an autopsy fee increase, and a $103,523.40 GIS software agreement. They will also vote on a zoning change request, a $550,000 property purchase for a new animal shelter, and a resolution to accept $794,758 in disaster recovery funding. Public hearings are scheduled for revoking drainage servitudes on two properties.
- Purchase agreement for property at 12472 N. Burnside Ave for new Animal Shelter, $550,000
- Resolution to receive $794,758.00 in CDBG Hometown Revitalization Program funds for 2020-2021 disaster costs
- Zoning Review ID 3051.23: request to change zoning from MU2 to CC on LA Highway 42, recommendation to deny
- Approval of ESRI GIS software agreement, $103,523.40 annually for 3 years
- Amendment to autopsy services contract, increasing per-autopsy fees by $50
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The Ascension Parish Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public hearings on a family partition and a preliminary plat. The commission will also discuss a Parish Council resolution to integrate traffic calming requirements into subdivision rules and a proposed modification to the Unified Land Development Code regarding watershed protection. Consent agenda items and minutes from the previous meeting are also scheduled.
- Discussion of Parish Council resolution on traffic calming in subdivision requirements
- Discussion of modification to ULDC Appendix V, Section 17.506.A on watershed protection
- Public hearing: Joseph Stephens, Sr. Estate family partition (Lots E-1 through E-8, Council District 3)
- Public hearing: Moss Side Villas preliminary plat (formerly The Dutchtown Vines, Council District 8)
- Consent agenda: Affidavit of Mortgage Declaration for Adam Diaville, Lot 14, 16389 Oakridge Rd, Prairieville
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The Ascension Parish Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two zoning requests: a map amendment for a property on LA Hwy 42 and a conditional use for a new telecommunications tower on LA Hwy 431. The commission will make recommendations to the Parish Council. The meeting also includes election of officers and approval of prior minutes.
- Rezoning of Lot A (former Chester St. Amant property) on LA Hwy 42 from Mixed Use 2 (MU2) to Crossroad Commercial (CC) for Ravinderjit S. Brar
- Conditional use request for a new Telecommunication Tower on LA Hwy 431 for Telecad Wireless / Vertical Bridge on behalf of Ray Schexnaydre
- Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2023
- Approval of minutes from November 9, 2022 meeting
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The Ascension Parish Council will hold a regular meeting with several items, including ratifying a utilities director appointment, approving a cooperative endeavor agreement with Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, and introducing ordinances related to pipeline construction and drainage servitudes. Public hearings and votes are scheduled for ordinances to eliminate two council committees and to create a Road Infrastructure District for Belle Savanne phases 1, 2A, and 2B. The agenda also includes a public hearing and vote on revoking a utility servitude on the Carole Wolfe property.
- Resolution to ratify appointment of William Dawson as Utilities Director
- Approval of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Our Lady of the Lake Hospital (deferred from Jan 19)
- Ordinance to create Road Infrastructure District #IDD-2022-04 for Belle Savanne Phase 1, 2A & 2B
- Ordinance to eliminate Strategic Planning and Utilities Committees
- Ordinance to revoke 12-foot utility servitude on Carole Wolfe property along Churchpoint Road
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The Ascension Parish Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda of contracts, amendments, and resolutions, plus public hearings on a 1.5-mill property tax renewal for the Council on Aging. They will also introduce ordinances, including one to create a Road Infrastructure District for Belle Savanne, and discuss transportation staffing.
- 1.5-mill ad valorem tax renewal for elderly programs (10 years)
- Contract with Total Energy Solutions for generator maintenance ($174,950)
- Water main extension on Harry Savoy Rd to Gore Park Rd ($121,396.82)
- Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Southeast Louisiana High School Rodeo Club ($17,000)
- Ordinance to create Road Infrastructure District for Belle Savanne (Phase 1, 2A & 2B)
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The Ascension Parish Planning Commission will hold its January 2023 meeting, including the election of a chairman and vice-chairman for the year. The commission will also consider several family partition requests and approve minutes from the November 2022 meeting. Most agenda items are routine administrative matters, such as mortgage declarations and subdivision status reports.
- Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2023
- Public hearing on family partitions for Maple Grove Subdivision, Riley Denham Property, John T. Hodgeson Property, Theodore Rivault Property, and Peter Stephens Subdivision
- Old business: Smitty J. Lee Estate family partition (Lot SJL-1-A-1 through SJL-1-A-4 and Lot SJL-2-4)
- Consent agenda: six affidavits of mortgage declaration (e.g., Glen D. Guedry, Blaine M. Jones, Daniel L. Savoy, Walter E. Sheese, FTS Land Company, Furnace and Tube Services)
- Approval of minutes from November 9, 2022 meeting
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The East Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, including the election of a chair and vice chair, approval of the December 12, 2022 minutes, and reports on the HNTB Adapt/Grant Application and the Marvin Braud Pump Station. The meeting is primarily administrative and informational.
- Election of Chair/Vice Chair
- Acceptance of December 12, 2022 minutes
- Update on HNTB Adapt/Grant Application (John Monzon, PE)
- Marvin Braud Pump Station Recap Report (Ron Savoy, Public Works Director)
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The West Ascension Consolidated Gravity Drainage District Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes from previous meetings, hearing public comments, and receiving reports. A key item is an update on the Louisiana Watershed Initiative, along with drainage and vegetation reports from parish staff.
- Louisiana Watershed Initiative update by David Weil
- Drainage and vegetation reports by Regina Thomas
- Approval of minutes from November 3 and December 6, 2022 meetings