Board of Professional Geoscientists public meetings in 2024
6 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Professional Geoscientists
The Louisiana Board of Professional Geoscientists will discuss potential enrollment in the Occupational Licensing Review Program. The board will also review candidate recommendations for licensing and testing.
- Proposal for LDENR to reimburse ASBOG testing costs and training materials for successful candidates
- Discussion of joining the Occupational Licensing Review Program (OLRP)
- Presentation by Chase Cromwell on mentoring and study sessions for UNO and Tulane geology students
- Invitation for a board member to join an LSU advisory committee for coastal geoscientist training
- Reports on the 2024 Audit and 2025 Audit progress
The Board approved the treasurer's report and accepted recommendations for three license examination applications. Members discussed developing a five-year strategic plan and a formal resolution for virtual meetings. The board also approved funding for a member to attend an energy conference at Tulane.
- Approved minutes from September 19, 2024 meeting
- Approved treasurer's report
- Approved three applications for ASBOG examination
- Approved funding for William Finley to attend Tulane energy conference
- Tabled decision on Occupational Licensing Review Program participation
- Agreed to develop a formal resolution for virtual meetings
Board of Professional Geoscientists
The Board will vote on the election of officers and review candidate recommendations for licensing and testing. Members will also discuss audit compliance and the introduction of new legal counsel.
- Election of officers: Chair David Williamson, Vice-Chair Michael Simms, Secretary Melanie Stiegler, and Treasurer William R. Finley
- Review of candidates for license and testing
- Report on 2024 Audit and list for 2025 Audit
- Introduction of AAG David Peterson following the resignation of legal counsel Machelle Hall
- Discussion on the creation of an advisory committee
The board elected a new executive committee and approved several license and examination requests. Members also approved the 2025 audit list and consolidated funds into three timed deposit accounts at Campus Federal Credit Union.
- Approved July 9, 2024, meeting minutes
- Approved 2 licenses, 7 examinations, and 1 GIT certification
- Approved the list of licenses to be audited in 2025
- Consolidated funds into three TDAs at CFCU ($100k, $75k, and $25k)
- Elected David Williamson as Chair
- Elected Michael Simms as Vice Chair
- Elected Melanie Stiegler as Secretary
- Elected William Finley as Treasurer
Board of Professional Geoscientists
The Board will review the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget and approve previous meeting minutes. Members will also discuss officer nominations and the potential creation of an advisory committee.
- Approval of 2024-2025 FY budget
- Review of 2024 Audit report
- Discussion on impact of new rules on Title VI wells and carbon sequestration
- Nomination of officers for the new fiscal year
- Discussion regarding a new advisory committee of outside experts
Board of Professional Geoscientists
The Louisiana Board of Professional Geoscientists will meet to approve minutes from March 21, 2024, and receive reports from standing committees. The board will consider recommendations for licensure and GIT certification, review results of the March 2024 ASBOG examinations, and receive updates on the 2023 and 2024 compliance audits. A progress report on House Bill 620 will also be presented.
- Review and approval of March 21, 2024 minutes
- Recommendation of candidates for license, testing, and GIT certification
- Report on March 2024 ASBOG exam results
- Update on 2023 and 2024 compliance audits
- Progress report on House Bill 620
The Board of Professional Geoscientists approved several professional licenses and certifications. Members reviewed a draft budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and discussed pending legislation to increase board fees.
- Approved minutes from March 21, 2024 meeting
- Accepted Treasurer's report
- Approved 6 licenses, 1 GIT certification, and 3 testing requests
- Appointed David Culpepper as chair of the Outreach Committee
Board of Professional Geoscientists
The Louisiana Board of Professional Geoscientists will hold a regular meeting on March 21, 2024, at 1 p.m. in Baton Rouge and via Zoom. The board will discuss Louisiana House Bill 620, receive committee reports including recommendations for licensure candidates, and consider approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Report and discussion on Louisiana House Bill 620
- Recommendation of candidates for license, testing, and GIT certification (Application Review Committee)
- Introduction of affirmation statement for late or reinstated licenses (Compliance Committee)
- Lease agreement with LEF (Office Committee)
- Treasurer's report and approval of minutes from January 25, 2024
The Board of Professional Geoscientists approved a two-year office lease and a legal services contract with the Louisiana Department of Justice. Members also approved several license and examination applications and a new statement of affirmation for license reinstatements.
- Approved January 25, 2024, meeting minutes
- Approved 1 license application and 5 testing requests
- Approved 'statement of affirmation' for license reinstatement process
- Approved two-year office lease with Louisiana Engineering Foundation
- Approved legal services contract with Louisiana Department of Justice
- Approved treasurer's report
Board of Professional Geoscientists
The Board will review license applications, committee reports, and a draft policy regarding ASBOG exam timing. The meeting also includes discussions on the strategic five-year plan and potential rule changes.
- Review of candidates for license, testing, and GIT certification
- Presentation of draft policy for ASBOG PG exam requirements
- Updates on 2023 and 2024 audits
- Discussion of Strategic Five-Year Plan outline
- Discussion of proposed rules and statute changes
The Board approved the opening of Certificate of Deposit accounts to manage restricted legal funds. Members also approved several license applications, examination requests, and GIT certifications.
- Approved November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Accepted Treasurer's Report for November and December 2023
- Authorized William Finley to open Certificate of Deposit investment accounts and conduct banking business (unanimous)
- Approved 5 licenses, 6 examination requests, and 8 GIT certifications
- Accepted report on 19 ASBOG exam candidates