Atchafalaya Trace Commission public meetings in 2022
8 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Atchafalaya Trace Commission
The Atchafalaya Trace Commission will hold a board meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, receive a 2022 reauthorization update, and hear grants and contracts updates. Staff updates include introduction of a new cultural economic development staff member, marketing, grants, travel, and signage. The commission will also discuss 2023 meeting locations in Pointe Coupee, Terrebonne, and a TBD site.
- Reauthorization 2022 update
- Grants and contracts update
- Introduction of Collin Lindrew for cultural economic development
- Marketing and graphics trade show booth update
- Discussion of 2023 commission meetings: January in Pointe Coupee, May in Terrebonne, September TBD
Atchafalaya Trace Commission
The commission met to receive staff updates on grants, website translations, and equipment designs. No formal votes were taken on the agenda or previous minutes due to a lack of quorum. The board discussed the schedule for 2023 meetings.
- Agenda advanced without a vote due to lack of quorum
- October minutes approval tabled until next meeting due to lack of quorum
- January 2023 meeting location set for Pointe Coupee Parish
- May 10, 2023 meeting location set for Terrebonne Parish
Atchafalaya Trace Commission
The commission will discuss a 2022 reauthorization update and receive staff updates from the ANHA. The meeting includes a presentation regarding Concordia.
- 2022 Reauthorization update
- ANHA staff update including new hire Collin Lindrew
- Marketing and graphics brochures
- Concordia presentation
The Commission held a meeting in Vidalia to discuss federal reauthorization efforts and staff updates. No substantive policy changes were made, and the session primarily consisted of regional reports and administrative approvals.
- Approved the meeting agenda (10-0)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (10-0)
Atchafalaya Trace Commission
The Atchafalaya Trace Commission will meet to discuss a 2022 reauthorization update and staff updates from ANHA. The board is scheduled to approve the FY 23 ANHA grant review.
- Approval of FY 23 ANHA Grant Review
- 2022 Reauthorization update
- ANHA staff updates
The Commission unanimously approved the FY 23 ANHA grant submissions. Members also received updates on the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area's temporary reauthorization and federal funding status.
- Approved FY 23 ANHA grant submissions (10-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (10-0)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (10-0)
Atchafalaya Trace Commission
The Atchafalaya Trace Commission will consider a 2022 reauthorization update, receive staff reports on active grants and expenses, and review board roles. The meeting also includes public comment and planning for future meetings.
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members voted to maintain the current Executive Committee for another year. Staff provided updates on federal reauthorization efforts and ongoing grant closures.
- Approved meeting agenda (10-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (10-0)
- Re-appointed the same Executive Committee for another year (unanimous)
Atchafalaya Trace Commission
The commission is meeting to review a 2021 reauthorization update and receive staff reports from the ANHA. The body will also discuss active grants and upcoming large fund grant applications for May 2022.
- 2021 Reauthorization update
- Large fund grant applications (May 1-31, 2022)
- Keep Louisiana Beautiful presentation by Melissa Kenyon
- ANHA staff updates on active grants and ongoing expenses
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and January minutes. Staff provided updates on federal reauthorization, grant closures, and upcoming marketing initiatives. No new ordinances or budgets were voted on.
- Approved meeting agenda (9-0)
- Approved January minutes with minor edits (9-0)
- Rescheduled May 11 meeting to May 4, 2022
Atchafalaya Trace Commission
The commission is meeting to review a 2021 reauthorization update and receive staff reports from the ANHA. The session includes discussions on active grants, ongoing expenses, and partnerships.
- 2021 Reauthorization update
- Large fund grant applications window (May 1-31, 2022)
- Keep Louisiana Beautiful presentation by Melissa Kenyon
- ANHA staff updates on graphics, communications, and travel
Atchafalaya Trace Commission
The Atchafalaya Trace Commission will meet via Zoom to receive a 2021 reauthorization update. The board will also review staff updates from the ANHA regarding active grants, ongoing expenses, and travel.
- Reauthorization 2021 Update
- ANHA staff updates on active grants and ongoing expenses
- ANHA staff travel updates
The Commission approved the minutes from the October 2021 meeting. Staff provided updates on federal reauthorization efforts and current grant expenditures, noting approximately $300,000 in open contracts and expenditures.
- Approved October 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)