Bond Commission public meetings in 2024
18 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission is reviewing numerous items related to local governmental elections scheduled for March 29, 2025. The agenda includes proposed millage and sales tax increases, charter amendments, and several large-scale multifamily housing revenue bonds.
- Acadia Parish: 1% sales tax for roads and bridges
- Assumption Parish: $50 parcel fee for Bayou Pierre Part North Gravity Drainage District
- Bossier City: Proposed City Charter amendments regarding term limits
- Caddo Parish School Board: Millage taxes for personnel, facilities, and technology
- East Baton Rouge: $95 residential and $250 commercial parcel fees for Wedgewood Crime Prevention
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission will vote on multiple financing requests from local governments, including a $33 million hurricane recovery bond for Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District and up to $40 million in bonds for a Covington retirement community. The agenda also includes several multifamily housing bond proposals in New Orleans, Natchitoches, Merryville, and Marrero, as well as sewer system bonds for Delcambre and Jeanerette. Two items previously deferred are being reconsidered.
- L24-376: Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District — up to $33,000,000 Hurricane Recovery Revenue Bonds for storm-related expenses
- S24-044: Louisiana Community Development Authority (Christwood Project) — up to $40,000,000 Revenue and Refunding Bonds for Covington retirement community improvements
- L24-325: St. James Parish Council — up to $3,500,000 Utility System Revenue Bonds for waterworks improvements
- S24-010B: Louisiana Housing Corporation (Canal Crossing Senior Apartments) — up to $11,000,000 for a 49-unit development in New Orleans
- L24-328: Central Louisiana Regional Port — up to $10,000,000 Grant Anticipation Notes for port improvements
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission will consider 32 items, including final approval of up to $180 million in revenue bonds for utility infrastructure at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and up to $57.5 million in bonds for infrastructure projects in Livingston Parish. The commission will also vote on cash-flow borrowings for several local governments and housing bonds for four multifamily developments in New Orleans, Marrero, and Houma.
- Up to $180,000,000 in revenue bonds for UL Lafayette energy infrastructure (item 20)
- Up to $57,500,000 in revenue and refunding bonds for Juban Crossing Economic Development District in Livingston Parish (item 11)
- Up to $50,000,000 in revenue anticipation notes for Orleans Parish School Board (item 6)
- Up to $19,820,000 in revenue bonds for a new Slidell Police Department headquarters (item 19)
- Up to $75,000,000 in lease revenue bonds for a state office building in Shreveport (item 21)
Bond Commission
The Ad Hoc Election Subcommittee of the State Bond Commission will meet to consider several local government items for the December 7, 2024 election. They will discuss a proposed amendment to the Bossier City charter, a bond issue for the Town of Ferriday, and tax propositions for Jefferson Parish schools, St. Mary Parish drainage, and Tangipahoa Parish law enforcement.
- Bossier City: three propositions to amend and restate the city charter, including term limits for council and mayor
- Ferriday: up to $775,000 in general obligation refunding bonds, plus a 12.0-mill tax for 15 years (2025–2039)
- Jefferson Parish School District No. 1: 10.89-mill tax for 10 years (2025–2034) for teacher and staff salaries
- St. Mary Parish Gravity Drainage District No. 1: 7.81-mill tax for 10 years (2027–2036) for drainage works
- Tangipahoa Parish Law Enforcement District: 1% sales tax in perpetuity for school resource officers and other purposes
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission will consider 55 items from local governments, school boards, and fire districts across Louisiana, mostly proposing new or renewed property and sales taxes for roads, schools, fire protection, and other services. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and several home rule charter amendments. All items are up for discussion and decision at this meeting.
- L24-226: Town of Basile proposes 8.0 mills tax for drainage, streets, fire, police, and more
- L24-230: Jefferson Parish Fire Protection District No. 3 seeks 25.0 mills tax for fire facilities
- L24-228: City of St. George proposes 2% sales tax in perpetuity for general municipal purposes
- L24-245: Pierre Part Settlement Gravity Drainage District proposes $75 parcel fee for levees and flood protection
- L24-304: Livingston Parish Council to amend home rule charter on legal counsel for council
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission is meeting to review various bond issuances, loans, and tax proposals for local government units. The body will discuss funding for infrastructure, public safety, and healthcare across multiple parishes.
- Up to $175,000,000 in refunding bonds for East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission projects
- Up to $100,000,000 in revenue bonds for the Port of New Orleans
- Up to $41,250,000 for senior living facilities, including Sage Lake Senior Living of Covington
- Up to $17,000,000 in sales tax revenue bonds for Iberia Parish Council roads and streets
- Proposed taxes for fire protection, waterworks, and schools in Calcasieu, DeSoto, Jackson, Jefferson Davis, St. Mary, and Union parishes
Bond Commission
The Commission will discuss evaluation team scoring results for underwriting services requested on March 26, 2024. The meeting also includes consideration of recommendations for underwriters and dealer managers regarding the Gasoline & Fuels Tax Tender.
- Evaluation of proposals for Underwriting Services (Solicitation dated March 26, 2024)
- Recommendations for Underwriters and Dealer Managers for the Gasoline & Fuels Tax Tender
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission is meeting to consider dozens of financing requests from local governments and state agencies. Key items include a $2 billion bond for the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge public-private partnership, $1 billion in state refunding bonds, and over $598 million in lines of credit for state capital projects. The commission will also vote on local tax and fee proposals, including a parcel fee for crime prevention in East Baton Rouge Parish and a sales tax rededication in Monroe.
- L24-200: East Baton Rouge Parish, Tara Subdivision Crime Prevention and Improvement District — up to $135 parcel fee, 10 years, with annual increases up to 10%
- L24-201: Ouachita Parish, City of Monroe — 1% sales tax rededication, extending 25 years for public works including sewers, streets, and fire stations
- S24-018: Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority — up to $125M special tax revenue bonds for convention center improvements
- S23-051A: Louisiana Public Facilities Authority (I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge P3) — up to $2B senior lien revenue bonds, maturing 2073
- Items 21-26: Lines of credit totaling $5.1B for Priority 1 and Priority 5 capital outlay projects (state, local, and non-government)
Bond Commission
The Commission will consider several bond proposals for local government units, including water, street, and school equipment projects. The agenda also includes a $1 billion general obligation refunding bond proposal and a $80 million mortgage revenue bond for the Louisiana Housing Corporation.
- East Baton Rouge Parish: Villa del Ray Crime Prevention and Neighborhood Improvement District parcel fees
- Town of Duson: up to $1,200,000 Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for water and sewerage
- Village of Castor: up to $75,000 Sales Tax Bonds for a new water well
- City of Bastrop: up to $5,580,000 Street Improvement Revenue Bonds
- St. Tammany Parish School Board: up to $5,000,000 Limited Tax Bonds for Chromebooks
Bond Commission
The Ad Hoc Election Subcommittee is reviewing various local government election items for November 5, 2024. The agenda includes several mill tax proposals for infrastructure, fire protection, and animal control, as well as a charter amendment in Iberville Parish.
- Iberville Parish Council term limit amendments
- New Orleans Mid-City Security District parcel fees up to $4,000 per residential parcel
- Evangeline Parish animal control facility 1.0 mill tax
- Grant Parish Fire District No. 6 and No. 3 mill tax proposals
- Road and bridge maintenance tax proposals for Rapides, Sabine, and Vermilion Parishes
Bond Commission
The Louisiana State Bond Commission will consider 58 items, primarily authorizing local tax elections and bond issuances for the November 5, 2024 ballot. Items include proposed property tax renewals, parcel fees, sales taxes, and bond financings for infrastructure, fire protection, and other public purposes across multiple parishes. The commission will also vote on charter amendments for the City of New Orleans and approve loans and bond issuances for various local governments and state agencies.
- New Orleans charter amendments to establish a Housing Trust Fund with at least 2% of general fund appropriation and add worker rights to municipal bill of rights (L24-141)
- Up to $90,600,000 non-interest bearing Water Revenue Bonds for Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans water system capital improvements (L24-125)
- Up to $20,000,000 Utility Revenue Bonds for Ville Platte sewer and waterworks system improvements and refinancing (L24-185)
- Up to $6,500,000 Revenue Bonds for St. James Parish senior center facility design and construction (L24-167)
- Up to $14,336,000 Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Lafitte Phase VII 51-unit development in New Orleans (S24-009A)
Bond Commission
The Louisiana State Bond Commission will vote on multiple bond issuances for local governments, state agencies, and public trusts. Key items include a $600 million bond for Tulane University projects, a $400 million bond for Lafayette utilities, and several smaller bonds for water systems, fire stations, and housing. The commission will also consider a tax election for street improvements in Columbia.
- Tulane University: up to $600M revenue and refunding bonds for campus improvements and refunding
- City of Lafayette: up to $400M utilities revenue bonds for system improvements
- Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District: up to $40M revenue bonds for dock and wharf renovations
- Louisiana Housing Corporation (Lafitte Phase VII): up to $14.3M for a 51-unit multifamily housing development in New Orleans
- Caldwell Parish, Town of Columbia: 3.0 mills tax election for street construction and maintenance
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission will receive bids and consider award resolutions for two bond sales: up to $329,135,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024A, and up to $102,220,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2024B. The meeting also includes call to order, roll call, and other business. Public comments may be submitted electronically before the meeting.
- Sale of up to $329,135,000 State of Louisiana General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024A
- Sale of up to $102,220,000 State of Louisiana General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2024B
- Adoption of award resolutions for both bond sales
- Public comment deadline: April 8, 2024 at 5:00 PM
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission is meeting to consider bond approvals for water, sewer, and road projects across several parishes. The agenda includes reviewing non-cash lines of credit for state, local government, and non-government organization projects totaling over $240 million.
- $30,000,000 Water Revenue Bonds for Lafourche Parish Water District No. 1
- $16,000,000 Revenue Bonds for New Iberia Road Projects
- $22,500,000 Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds for Greater Ouachita Water Company
- $34,480,000 in non-cash lines of credit for state projects including a new St. Tammany Police Troop L facility
- $204,090,400 in non-cash lines of credit for local government projects including a Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office law enforcement center
Bond Commission
The Ad Hoc Election Subcommittee is reviewing various local government bond issues and millage requests for upcoming April 2024 elections. These items include infrastructure projects, school funding, and public safety measures across multiple Louisiana parishes.
- Bossier/Caddo Parishes and Shreveport: Bonds up to $125.1M for roads/drainage, $82M for water/sewer, and $49.3M for police/fire/parks
- Claiborne Parish School Board: 9.0 mills tax for school buildings (2024-2033)
- Jefferson Davis Parish Police Jury: 2.61 mills tax for courthouse/jail and 10.46 mills tax for Road District No. 11
- Richland Parish School Board: 1/4% sales tax for school safety and resource officers
- Terrebonne Parish Recreation District No. 10: Bonds up to $2.5M for Crozier Community Park and playgrounds
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission is reviewing a wide range of proposed millage taxes, sales taxes, and general obligation bonds for various Louisiana parishes. These requests aim to fund public safety, school infrastructure, road maintenance, and drainage systems.
- Ascension Parish School Board: General Obligation Bonds not exceeding $110,000,000
- Jefferson Davis Parish School Board: General Obligation Bonds not exceeding $8,500,000 (Welsh-Roanoke) and $3,015,000 (District No. 1)
- Lincoln Parish School Board: General Obligation Bonds not exceeding $17,500,000 (Ruston District No. 1)
- St. Bernard Parish Council: 43.0 mills tax for fire protection facilities and equipment
- St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer Commission No. 4: General Obligation Bonds not exceeding $1,700,000
Bond Commission
The Emergency Elections Subcommittee meeting scheduled for January 30, 2024, has been cancelled. Two emergency election applications will instead be considered by the full State Bond Commission on February 15, 2024.
- Cancellation of the January 30 Emergency Elections Subcommittee meeting
- Rescheduling of two emergency election applications to February 15, 2024
Bond Commission
The State Bond Commission will vote on multiple bond and tax proposals from local governments and state agencies, including a $30 million general obligation bond for Calcasieu recreation facilities and an $11 million bond for a Shreveport housing development. The agenda also includes presentations on the commission's role and on net state tax supported debt, as well as resolutions to continue ad hoc and emergency election subcommittees.
- L24-009: Calcasieu Parish Recreation District No. 1, Ward 3 — up to $30,000,000 general obligation bonds for recreational system and facilities
- S24-001: Louisiana Housing Corporation (Greenwood Terrace Project) — up to $11,000,000 multifamily housing revenue bonds for a 100-unit development in Shreveport
- L24-001: Ascension Parish, City of Gonzales — 3.27 mills tax for 10 years (2026-2035) for fire department stations and equipment
- L24-008: St. James Parish Council — up to $6,000,000 limited tax bonds for constructing and improving public hospital buildings
- L24-003: Tensas Parish Police Jury — up to $340,000 revenue anticipation notes for current operations