Kenner public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Kenner City Council met to approve various municipal expenditures, including police vehicle leases and public works maintenance. The council also held a public hearing regarding an advertising sign that failed to pass.

• Failed motion for a general advertising sign for Pelican Outdoor Advertising, Inc. in a Special Industrial Zoning District
• Approved $13,400,000 agreement for the Pump to the River Pump Station Phase I
• Approved $10,200.70 monthly lease for ten Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles for Kenner Police Department
• Approved $44,998.00 HVAC system installation at Lincoln Manor Gym, 3100 Helena Street
• Approved $25,708.27 repair for Unit 1121 for the Department of Waste Water

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider two appeals to the city's zoning ordinance regarding required yard setbacks. Case ZA 13-22 at 2805 Vintage Drive challenges rules for carport projections into side yards. Case ZA 14-22 at 5109 David Drive appeals the front yard depth requirement for single-family lots.

• Case ZA 13-22 – 2805 Vintage Drive – appeal to carport projection rules in side yards
• Case ZA 14-22 – 5109 David Drive – appeal to 20-foot front yard requirement in R-1 districts
• Approval of minutes from November 2, 2022 meeting

The Board approved variance requests for properties on Vintage Drive and David Drive. The Board also adopted the minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting.

• Adopted November 2, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved variance request ZA 13-22 for 2805 Vintage Drive (4-0)
• Approved variance request ZA 14-22 for 5109 David Drive (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several police department equipment contracts and budget amendments. The body is also considering a major cooperative agreement for the Pump to the River Pump Station Phase I.

• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Pump to the River Pump Station Phase I in the amount of $13,400,000
• Agreement with Flock Safety for a 55-camera License Plate Recognition System for $294,250.00
• Agreement with Courtesy Ford for police vehicles not to exceed $1,000,000.00
• Agreement with MSMM Engineering, LLC for sewer lift station improvements not to exceed $72,048.00
• Proposed fee increases for public gathering permits in the Kenner Code of Ordinances

City Council

The Kenner City Council approved a consent agenda and several ordinances, including a $294,250 license plate recognition system for the police department and a $1 million vehicle purchase agreement. They also accepted contracts for fire vehicle maintenance ($250,000 annually) and grass cutting ($383,832.73 annually). A public hearing on a sign ordinance was deferred.

• Approved $294,250 for a 55-camera license plate recognition system from Flock Safety for the Police Department
• Approved $1,000,000 vehicle purchase agreement for Police Department using City of Alexandria contract
• Accepted $250,000 annual contract with Bulldog EVT Service for fire vehicle maintenance
• Accepted $383,832.73 annual contract with H&O Investments for grass cutting
• Deferred public hearing on a general advertising sign in S-I Special Industrial Zoning District for Pelican Outdoor Advertising

City Council

The City Council approved several service contracts and equipment purchases, including new firearms for the police department. The body also considered zoning changes and economic development agreements.

• Increased contract with Jansen Adjustors International, LLC for Hurricane Ida claims to $1,250,000.00
• Purchase of 172 Smith and Wesson pistols and accessories for Kenner Police Department totaling $109,203.30
• Annual grass cutting contract with H & O Investments, LLC not to exceed $383,832.73
• Annual fire vehicle maintenance contract with Bulldog EVT Service, LLC not to exceed $250,000.00
• Annual contract with Christmas Village, LLC for lights not to exceed $50,000.00

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider three appeals from property owners seeking variances from city zoning ordinances. Cases involve driveway width and front-yard pavement limits at 123 Yellowstone Street, a front-yard structure prohibition at 3205 Dartmouth Street, and setback and size requirements for a porte-cochere or carport at 832 Minden Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and new business.

• Case ZA 7-22: Appeal at 63 Yellowstone Street regarding driveway width limit (24 feet) and front-yard pavement limit (40%).
• Case ZA 11-22: Appeal at 3205 Dartmouth Street regarding prohibition of structures in required front yard.
• Case ZA 12-22: Appeal at 832 Minden Avenue regarding porte-cochere/carport setback (3 feet from side lot line) and size limits (40 feet length, 13 feet height).

The Board approved variance requests for driveway design at 63 Yellowstone Street and a carport at 832 Minden Street. A variance request for a structure in a front yard at 3205 Dartmouth Street was deferred.

• Approved minutes of September 07, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved variance for driveway design at 63 Yellowstone Street (4-0)
• Deferred variance request for 3205 Dartmouth Street (4-0)
• Approved variance for carport at 832 Minden Street (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to adopt previous meeting minutes and consider a single case regarding an advertising sign. The commission will review an ordinance for a sign located in the Bainbridge Office and Industrial Subdivision.

• Case P-23-22: Ordinance for a General Advertising Sign at Lot 8 and Lot 9, Square 208, Bainbridge Office and Industrial Subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended the denial of a request for a general advertising sign in a Special Industrial Zoning District. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 28, 2022, meeting.

• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Recommended denial of Case P-23-22 for Pelican Outdoor Advertising, Inc. (6-1)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on budget amendments, lease agreements, and various service contracts. The body is also reviewing permits for public gatherings and alcoholic beverage sales at city-owned properties.

• Ordinance No. 12,086 amending Operating and Capital Budgets for FY 2022/2023
• Ordinance No. 12,087 reallocating $86,538.00 for the Department of Communications
• Agreement with H & O Investments, LLC for grass cutting not to exceed $20,000.00
• Agreement with Louisiana Department of Treasury for Kenner Police Department not to exceed $529,362.00
• Agreement with Polydyne, Inc. for wastewater polymer not to exceed $133,300.00 annually

City Council

The Kenner City Council will consider a $1.25M contract amendment for Hurricane Ida claim adjustment, plus $529K in state aid for police and $250K for police equipment. The agenda also includes approval of multiple public gathering permits and several contracts for services like carpet tiles and grass cutting.

• Amendment No. 2 to Jansen Adjustors International contract for Hurricane Ida claims, increasing cap from $750K to $1.25M
• Cooperative endeavor with Louisiana Dept. of Treasury for $529,362 for Kenner Police Dept.
• State aid agreement for $250,000 for Kenner Police Dept.
• Rezoning Lot A, Square 111-B, University City Subdivision from C-2 to S-I
• Contract with Gil's Carpet Sales for carpet tiles up to $75,000 annually

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a proposed ordinance to amend the Unified Development Code. The body is considering a zoning change for a specific lot in the University City Subdivision.

• Case Z-2-22: Rezoning Lot A, Square 111-B, University City Subdivision from C-2 General Commercial to S-I Special Industrial

City Council

The Kenner City Council approved several contracts and agreements, including a $95,700 professional services contract for Hurricane Ida recovery with MB3, Inc. dba Civix, and a $250,000 amendment for HVAC services with Beacon Air Conditioning. The council also authorized a $70,000 increase for fire department MRO supplies and approved a $49,500 grass cutting contract. Additionally, the council discussed an emergency purchase memo from the Fire Department and held an executive session on a pending lawsuit.

• Approved $95,700 contract with MB3, Inc. dba Civix for Hurricane Ida recovery services
• Approved $250,000 amendment for HVAC services with Beacon Air Conditioning
• Authorized $70,000 increase for fire department MRO supplies from W.W. Grainger
• Approved $49,500 grass cutting contract with H & O Investments, LLC
• Held executive session on lawsuit Noemi J. Hernandez, et al. v. Arthur J. Giavotella and the City of Kenner

City Council

The City Council decided on several infrastructure and service contracts, including elevator modernizations and HVAC installations. The body also approved a zoning change for a section of the 23rd Street right-of-way to Heavy Industrial.

• Rezoning of 65,512 square feet of 23rd Street right-of-way to H-I, Heavy Industrial
• Contract with Reynolds Company for electrical supplies not to exceed $200,000 annually
• Agreement with DOM Development Corporation for carpentry work increased by $150,000 to a total of $300,000
• Contract with Beacon Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration, Inc. for $17,425 for the Council on Aging Building
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute land use/permitting waivers for temporary housing and shelter assistance

City Council

The Kenner City Council met to approve several zoning and business ordinances, including a pet day care center and an advertising sign. The council also authorized multiple service contracts for city departments and made several board appointments.

• Approval of a general advertising sign on 23rd Street right of way
• Approval of Dog Stop of Kenner, LLC to operate a Pet Day Care Center on Parcel G
• Resolution for $12,645.00 in police officer overtime grant funding
• Contract with BLD Services, LLC for sewer maintenance not to exceed $500,000.00 annually
• Contract with Arcco Company Services Inc. for generators not to exceed $1,000,000.00 annually

City Council

The Kenner City Council approved a $46,331.79 payment to Elos Environmental, LLC and passed a resolution to move council meetings to Heritage Hall for the rest of 2022. The council also accepted several roofing contracts and change orders for infrastructure projects, and introduced ordinances to rezone a 23rd Street right-of-way to heavy industrial and allow a pet daycare with overnight boarding.

• Approved $46,331.79 payment to Elos Environmental, LLC for environmental services
• Approved resolution to relocate council meetings to Heritage Hall, 303 Williams Boulevard, for remainder of 2022
• Accepted roofing bids: $26,992 at 624 Williams Blvd, $14,250 for Fire Station 36, $12,866 at Rivertown Church
• Approved $63,274 increase for West Esplanade Bridges at Duncan Canal engineering contract
• Introduced rezoning of 65,512 sq ft of 23rd Street right-of-way to Heavy Industrial (H-I) and a general advertising sign

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing requests for a general advertising sign and a heavy industrial rezoning for a portion of the 23rd Street right of way. The body is also considering an amendment to allow a pet day care center with overnight boarding at Chateau Estates South Subdivision.

• Case P-15-22: General Advertising Sign on 65,512 square foot portion of 23rd Street right of way
• Case PUD-1-22: Approval of The Dog Stop Pet Day Care Center on Parcel G, Chateau Estates South Subdivision
• Case Z-1-22: Rezoning 65,512 square foot section of 23rd Street right of way to H-I, Heavy Industrial

City Council

The City Council approved several contracts for the Kenner Police Department and public works projects. The body also ratified appointments for city attorney positions and approved public gathering permits.

• Approved $5,500,000 for Axon Enterprise, Inc. Officer Safety Plan 7 Plus Premium Bundle Package for Kenner Police
• Approved $652,800.75 for Motorola Solutions, Inc. portable radios and accessories for Kenner Police
• Approved $312,984.00 engineering agreement with Shread Kuyrkendall & Associates, Inc. for Chateau Transfer Station Improvements
• Approved $73,000.00 for emergency air conditioning systems at Wentwood Gym
• Ratified appointments of Michael J. Power (Interim City Attorney), Eric A. Mund (Deputy City Attorney), and Michelle H. Dufrene (Assistant City Attorney)

City Council

The City Council approved various service contracts for drainage, street maintenance, and police equipment. The body also elected a Council President and Vice President and appointed a new Clerk of the Council.

• Contract with Fleming Construction Company, LLC for concrete street maintenance not to exceed $1,400,000 annually
• Proposed $5,500,000 purchase of Officer Safety Plan 7 Plus Premium Bundle for Kenner Police Department
• Engineering agreement with MSMM Engineering, LLC for Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 3 rehabilitation not to exceed $358,262
• Contract with RAMJ Construction, LLC for drainage maintenance not to exceed $600,000 annually
• Approval of $288,861.75 premium for Commercial Property Insurance with Lexington and Starstone Specialty Insurance

City Council

The Kenner City Council approved numerous contracts and resolutions, including a $1.4 million annual contract for concrete street maintenance and several emergency wastewater pump repairs totaling over $150,000. The council also adopted a resolution to study using adjudicated properties for affordable housing and approved a new council president and vice president.

• Approved $1.4 million annual contract with Fleming Construction for concrete street maintenance
• Ratified emergency repairs at multiple lift stations (24th & Delaware, 42nd & Erlanger, etc.) totaling $163,238
• Approved resolution to study adjudicated properties for affordable housing
• Approved $150,000 annual contract for I-10 street lighting repairs
• Approved $600,000 annual contract for drainage maintenance

City Council

The City Council ratified several emergency repairs to lift station pumps and approved a contract for carpet tiles. The council deferred multiple items, including a bid for tree work and engineering services for the Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 3. A public hearing was authorized for the FY 2022 CDBG and HOME program action plans.

• Ratified emergency repair of 4 MGD Lift Station Pumps No. 2 and 3 for $160,259.00
• Approved agreement with Gil’s Carpet Sales, Inc. increasing annual amount to $90,000.00
• Authorized public hearing for FY 2022 CDBG and HOME Program Annual Action Plan
• Selected New Orleans Advocate as official journal for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Deferred $300,000 annual bid for Risk Tree Service, L.L.C.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Capital Budget. The meeting includes a call to order, roll call, and a motion to adjourn.

• Review of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Capital Budget

City Council

The City Council approved the Operating and Capital Budgets for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022. The body also approved a conditional use permit for a casino building in the Laketown Gaming District and passed resolutions restricting certain public fund expenditures.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a Casino Building larger than 25,000 square feet in Laketown Gaming District
• Approved contract with Pontchartrain Materials Corporation, LLC for limestone not to exceed $200,000 annually
• Approved resolution to halt public fund expenditures for expansion at the temporary city hall site
• Approved emergency purchase of a Rawson Service Body with a Crane for $41,879
• Approved public gathering permits for a block party at 600 Baron Lane and a carnival at Esplanade Mall

City Council

The City Council approved the 2022 annual tax millage rates and appointed special legal counsel for fiscal oversight. The body also approved several public gathering permits and a street name change in the Hansen Place Subdivision.

• Approved annual tax millage rates for 2022 totaling 17.71 mills
• Approved renaming Minden Avenue to Senner Street between Third Street and the Mississippi River levee
• Appointed Cusimano Law Firm as special legal counsel for fiscal oversight
• Proposed contract with Pontchartrain Materials Corporation, LLC for limestone not to exceed $200,000 annually
• Proposed emergency purchase of a Rawson Service Body with a Crane for $41,879.00

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss a specific land use case. The body will consider an ordinance regarding a casino building size in the Laketown Gaming District.

• Case P-13-22: Conditional use permit for a casino building larger than 25,000 square feet at Lot A-2-3B1, Highway Park Subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for a casino building in the Laketown Gaming District and a pet day care center with overnight boarding. The commission also recommended approval for a general advertising sign in the Bainbridge Office and Industrial Park Subdivision.

• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for casino building larger than 25,000 sq ft (6-0)
• Recommended approval of General Advertising Sign at 23rd Street right of way (6-0)
• Recommended approval of The Dog Stop Pet Day Care Center with overnight boarding (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several municipal contracts, including wastewater maintenance and police vehicle procurement. The body is also conducting public hearings regarding the abatement of two specific properties and reviewing the 2022-2023 operating budget.

• Sewer maintenance agreement increase of $500,000 with BLD Services, LLC
• Police vehicle purchase agreement not to exceed $500,000 with Lamarque Ford, Inc. and Courtesy Ford
• Public hearings for structure abatement at 526 Salvador Road and 706 Taylor Street
• Portable toilet rental contract up to $60,000 with Throne to Go, LLC
• Proposed street name change for Minden Avenue to Senner Street

City Council

The City Council approved a limit on the amount of contracts the Mayor can enter into without Council approval. The body also approved several vendor contracts and public gathering permits for local organizations.

• Ordinance No. 11,978: Limits Mayor's contract authority to $50,000 per calendar year cumulatively
• Ordinance No. 11,979: $13,945.17 for repairs to Unit 6050 by Lee Tractor Co., Inc.
• Ordinance No. 11,980: $8,000.00 to Blackstar Diversified Enterprises LLC for flat blade crosses and holders
• Resolution No. B-17238: Alcoholic beverage permit granted to Discovery Health Sciences Foundation, Inc. at 3837 Loyola Drive
• Summary Ordinance No. 12,962: Proposed 2022 annual tax millage rates of 17.71 mills

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a proposed ordinance regarding a street name change. The body will consider renaming a portion of Minden Avenue to Senner Street.

• Case-P-22-21: Proposed name change of Minden Avenue to Senner Street between Reverend Richard Wilson Drive and the Mississippi River Levee in Hanson Place Subdivision

City Council

The City Council approved a sexual harassment policy for the council and staff, as well as a procedure for handling additional time during declared emergencies. The body also authorized multiple service contracts and approved various public gathering permits.

• Contract with merchants Security Services, Inc. for unarmed security guards not to exceed $150,000 annually
• Contract with Gulf Coast Oil & Supply, LLC for petroleum products not to exceed $75,000 annually
• Contract with LeBlanc & Theriot Equipment Co., Inc. for fuel pumps not to exceed $32,633
• Resolution to hold a public hearing regarding the abatement of the structure at 1009 Lesan Drive
• Proposed ordinance to limit the Mayor's contract authority to $50,000 per calendar year cumulatively

City Council

The Kenner City Council is meeting in a special session. The primary purpose is to hold an executive session regarding audit reports for former employee Chad Pitfield.

• Executive session regarding audit reports for former employee Chad Pitfield

City Council

The City Council approved several tax and zoning ordinances, including a 2% sales tax for the North 1300 Block Veterans Boulevard Economic Development District. The council also passed a resolution declaring no confidence in Mayor Ben Zahn and his administration.

• 2% Sales Tax for North 1300 Block Veterans Boulevard Economic Development District
• 2% Hotel Occupancy Tax for North 1300 Block Veterans Boulevard Economic Development District
• Planned Unit Development approval for Treasure Chest Casino, LLC on Highway Park Subdivision
• $72,900.00 contract with DPC Enterprises, L.P. for sodium hypochlorite
• $150,000.00 annual food service contract with Central Catering, LLC for the Police Department Jail

City Council

The Kenner City Council voted 7-0 to create a Committee of the Whole to investigate the administration's response to and recovery from Hurricane Ida, including disaster payments made to select employees that allegedly violated a 2002 Disaster Pay Policy. The council also approved a $1.07 million cooperative endeavor agreement for Lincoln Manor drainage improvements and a $514,714 emergency purchase of MSA products for the fire department. Several items were deferred, including a sexual harassment policy for the council and a budget amendment for recreation department employees.

• Committee of the Whole created to investigate Hurricane Ida response and disaster payments (Resolution B-17219)
• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Lincoln Manor Drainage Phase 2 approved for $1,066,667 (Ordinance 11,961)
• Emergency purchase of MSA products from Casco Industries for $514,714 for Kenner Fire Department (Ordinance 11,962)
• Professional services agreement with MSMM Engineering for Lincoln Manor drainage improvements up to $190,000 (Ordinance 11,960)
• Sexual harassment policy for City Council deferred for two meetings (Ordinance 12,941)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review a proposed street name change and a Planned Unit Development. The body will discuss rescinding a previous ordinance to allow a new parking lot construction.

• Case P-22-21: Proposed name change of Minden Avenue to Senner Street in Hanson Place Subdivision
• Case PUD-3-21: Proposed Planned Unit Development for a parking lot on Parcel D3-A2-A, Highway Park Subdivision
• Case PUD-3-21: Rescinding Ordinance 8672 regarding an office and parking lot owned by Treasure Chest Casino, LLC

The Commission recommended approval for a Planned Unit Development to allow a parking lot on Parcel D3-A2-A in the Highway Park Subdivision. One street name change request was pulled from the agenda.

• Recommended approval of PUD-3-21 for a parking lot on Parcel D3-A2-A (5-0)
• Pulled Case P-22-21 regarding a street name change for Minden Avenue from the agenda
• Waived reading of November 17, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The Kenner City Council is considering a veto override and reconsideration of an ordinance amending Chapter 2 Administration, along with multiple contracts and budget amendments. Key items include a $381,255.13 agreement for Roosevelt Blvd. improvements and a $49,509.00 contract for new fitness equipment at Miguez Park.

• Reconsideration of Ordinance No. 11,941 (vetoed by Mayor Zahn) to amend Chapter 2 Administration; council voted 5-2 to override veto, then deferred for one meeting
• Professional services agreement with Hartman Engineering for Roosevelt Blvd. improvements (W. Metairie – W. Napoleon) for $381,255.13
• Contract with Hahn Enterprises for new fitness equipment at Miguez Park not to exceed $49,509.00
• Amendment No. 3 with Beacon Air Conditioning increasing annual agreement to $150,000.00
• Ordinance establishing Classification Plan and Salary Plan for all City of Kenner Civil Service positions

City Council

The City Council is addressing budget amendments, public gathering permits, and municipal contracts. The body is also requesting that the state maintain Kenner's current number of House of Representative seats during redistricting.

• Resolution B-17212 requesting the House of Representatives maintain Kenner's two seats during redistricting
• Ordinance 11,956 for Kenner Fire Department uniforms and equipment not to exceed $390,249.35
• Ordinance 11,957 for a $9,220.00 AC system installation at 325 Minor Street
• Summary Ordinance 12,933 amending the 2020/2021 Operating Budget due to increased sales tax collections
• Resolution B-17211 approving Amendment Number 1 to the FY 2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan