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Wed Aug 19, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
Coastal Protection Authority meets August 19 in Morgan City
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana has scheduled a public meeting on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 9:30 AM at the Port of Morgan City. The agenda provides only procedural notice and does not include any decisions, proposals, or discussions.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
COASTAL PROTECTION AND RESTORATION AUTHORITY OF LOUISIANA
The meeting of the
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana has been
scheduled for:
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
9:30 AM
Port of Morgan City
7327 LA-182
Morgan City, LA 70380
If you need further information, please call
The Office of Coastal Activities at (225) 342-7669
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least 24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying disabilities.
Wed Sep 16, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority board meeting, Baton Rouge
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana will hold a public meeting on September 16, 2026, at 9:30 AM in the Louisiana State Capitol, House Committee Room 1. The agenda text provided contains only meeting logistics and an ADA accommodations notice; no specific items for discussion or decision are listed.
- Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 9:30 AM
- Location: Louisiana State Capitol, House Committee Room 1, 900 N. Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
- Contact: Office of Coastal Activities at (225) 342-7669
- ADA accommodations: Contact Enger Kinchen at least 24 hours prior
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
COASTAL PROTECTION AND RESTORATION AUTHORITY OF LOUISIANA
The meeting of the
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana has been
scheduled for:
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
9:30 AM
Louisiana State Capitol
House Committee Room 1
900 N. Third Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
If you need further information, please call
The Office of Coastal Activities at (225) 342-7669
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least
24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying
disabilities.
Wed Oct 21, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board meeting scheduled for Oct 21
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana will hold a public meeting on October 21, 2026. The provided agenda contains only the meeting time and location; no specific action items or discussion topics are listed.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
COASTAL PROTECTION AND RESTORATION AUTHORITY OF LOUISIANA
The meeting of the
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana has been
scheduled for:
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
1:00 PM
SOWELA Regional Training Center Auditorium
3749 Sen J Bennett Johnston Ave
Lake Charles, LA 70615
If you need further information, please call
The Office of Coastal Activities at (225) 342-7669
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least
24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying
disabilities.
Wed Nov 18, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
Coastal Protection Authority meets Nov 18 in Baton Rouge
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 9:30 AM in House Committee Room 1 at the Louisiana State Capitol, 900 N. Third Street, Baton Rouge. The agenda consists solely of procedural notice and does not include any substantive decisions or discussions.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
COASTAL PROTECTION AND RESTORATION AUTHORITY OF LOUISIANA
The meeting of the
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana has been
scheduled for:
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
9:30 AM
Louisiana State Capitol
House Committee Room 1
900 N. Third Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
If you need further information, please call
The Office of Coastal Activities at (225) 342-7669
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least
24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying
disabilities.
Recent meetings
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
Board to vote on resolution supporting Love Our Waterways program
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board will consider a resolution supporting the Love Our Waterways program presented by Lieutenant Governor Billy Nusser. The board will also receive updates on several coastal projects including Bayou Lafourche Freshwater Delivery, Morganza to the Gulf, North Lafourche Levee District, and the LA 1 Project.
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
The Coastal Center at Nicholls State University
426 Ardoyne Drive
Thibodaux, Louisiana 70310
AGENDA
I. Call to Order – Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes
V. Old Business/Announcements
VI. CPRA Implementation Update – Michael Hare, CPRA Executive Director
VII. Keep Louisiana Beautiful: Presentation and Approval of Proposed CPRA Board Resolution Supporting Love Our
Waterways – Billy Nungesser, Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana
1. Board Discussion
2. Public Comment
3. Board Action to Approve Supporting Love Our Waterways Resolution
VIII. Bayou Lafourche Freshwater Delivery Project Update – Dustin Rabalais, Executive Director of the Bayou Lafourche
Freshwater District
IX. Morganza to the Gulf Updates – Angela Hidalgo, TLCD Executive Director
X. North Lafourche Levee District Updates – Dwayne Bourgeois, NLLD Executive Director
XI. SLLD Updates Projects – Nic Matherne, SLLD Executive Director
XII. Update on LA 1 Project: - Henri Boulet, LA 1 Coalition
XIII. Ducks Unlimited Project Updates – Cassidy Lejeune, Ducks Unlimited
XIV. Public Comment
XV. Adjourn
Livestream link: https://vimeo.com/event/6012277
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least 24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying disabilities.
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
CPRA Board to hear updates on West Shore Lake Pontchartrain, Maurepas Diversion, and LA TIG nutrient reduction projects
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board will receive updates on the West Shore Lake Pontchartrain and Maurepas Diversion projects, a presentation on Pontchartrain Levee District projects, and an update on LA TIG nutrient reduction projects. The meeting includes approval of agenda and minutes, old business, and public comment.
- Update on West Shore Lake Pontchartrain and Maurepas Diversion projects by USACE and CPRA project managers
- Pontchartrain Levee District multi-jurisdictional overview and projects presentation
- Update on Louisiana Trustee Implementation Group (LA TIG) nutrient reduction projects by USDA NRCS
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✓ Decided: CPRA Board approves meeting agenda and previous minutes
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The session consisted primarily of implementation updates on coastal projects, levee construction, and nutrient reduction programs.
- Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
Edward Dufresne Community Center
274 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway
Luling, Louisiana 70070
AGENDA
I. Call to Order – Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes
V. Old Business/Announcements
VI. CPRA Implementation Update – Michael Hare, CPRA Executive Director
VII. West Shore Lake Pontchartrain and Maurepas Diversion Update – Bradley Drouant, USACE Project Manager and Brad
Miller, CPRA Project Manager
VIII. Pontchartrain Levee District Multi-Jurisdictional Overview and Projects - Monica Salins Gorman, Pontchartrain Levee
District Executive Director
IX. Update on Louisiana Trustee Implementation Group (LA TIG) Nutrient Reduction Projects: Jon Morton, USDA NRCS
X. Public Comment
XI. Adjourn
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least 24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying disabilities.
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
Edward Dufresne Community Center
274 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway
Luling, Louisiana 70070
The following constitute minutes of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board Meeting and are not a verbatim transcript of the proceedings. Audio and video
recordings of the meetings are available for viewing and kept at the Office of the Governor-Coastal Activities Office in Baton Rouge, LA.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYE1XDECVeE
I. Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
Chairman Gordon Dove, GOCA Present
Mr. Charles Reulet for Sec. Dustin Davidson, DOCE Present
Mr. Matthew Weigel for Sec. Tyler Bosworth, LDWF Present
Mr. Brian Tusa for Sec. Burdette, DEQ Present
Mr. Brandon Burris for Billy Nungesser, Lt. Gov Office Present
Mr. Tony Alford, Gov’s Advisory Comm Present
Pres. Matthew Jewell, Barataria Basin Present
Mr. Joseph Cao, Pontchartrain Basin Present
Mr. Chad Courville Teche/Vermillion Absent
Mr. Dwayne Bourgeois, Terrebonne Basin Present
Mr. Bill Hidalgo, Atchafalaya Basin Present
Mr. Robert Jordan Teche/Vermillion Parish Absent
Mr. John Lane, Breton Sound Basin Present
Mr. David Richard, Calcasieu/Sabine Basin Absent
Mr. Stephen Sagrera, At Large Absent
Pres. Keith Hinkley, At Large Present
Mr. Craig Romero, At Large Absent
Rep. Zeringue, Ex-officio, Designee of the Speaker of the House Present
Sen. Hensgens, Ex-o …
Wed May 20, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
Hurricane season prep and USACE readiness briefings
The board will hear presentations on the 2026 hurricane season from the USACE New Orleans District Commander and the state climatologist, along with an update on CPRA's own implementation and hurricane preparation efforts. A federal update from DOTD is also scheduled. No votes or public hearings on specific projects are listed.
- 2026 Hurricane Season USACE Readiness briefing by Col. Scotty Autin
- 2026 Hurricane Season Predictions by State Climatologist Jay Grymes
- CPRA Implementation Update and 2026 Hurricane Prep Update by Michael Hare and Brad Barth
- Federal Update by Neal McMillin, DOTD
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✓ Decided: CPRA Board approves agenda and minutes for May 2026 meeting
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members received briefings on 2026 hurricane season readiness, weather predictions, and updates on 109 active coastal projects.
- Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
LSU Center for River Studies
100 Terrace Avenue
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
AGENDA
I. Call to Order – Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes
V. Old Business/Announcements
VI. 2026 Hurricane Season USACE Readiness – Col. Scotty Autin, USACE New Orleans District Commander
VII. Overview of 2026 Hurricane Season Predictions – Jay Grymes, Louisiana State Climatologist
VIII. CPRA Implementation Update and 2026 Hurricane Prep Update – Michael Hare and Brad Barth, CPRA
IX. Federal Update – Neal McMillin, DOTD
X. Public Comment
XI. Adjourn
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least 24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying disabilities.
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
LSU Center for River Studies,
100 Terrace Ave-Baton Rouge, LA 70802
The following constitute minutes of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board Meeting and are not a verbatim transcript of the proceedings. Audio and video
recordings of the meetings are available for viewing and kept at the Office of the Governor-Coastal Activities Office in Baton Rouge, LA.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfoyvVwbz4g
I. Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
Chairman Gordon Dove, GOCA Present
Mr. Keith Lovell for Sec. Dustin Davidson, DOCE Present
Mr. Matthew Weigel for Sec. Tyler Bosworth, LDWF Present
Mr. Jerry Lang for Sec. Burdette, DEQ Present
Mr. Brandon Burris for Billy Nungesser, Lt. Gov Office Present
Mr. Tony Alford, Gov’s Advisory Comm Absent
Pres. Matthew Jewell, Barataria Basin Present
Mr. Joseph Cao, Pontchartrain Basin Present
Mr. Chad Courville Teche/Vermillion Present
Mr. Dwayne Bourgeois, Terrebonne Basin Present
Mr. Bill Hidalgo, Atchafalaya Basin Present
Mr. Robert Jordan Teche/Vermillion Parish Present
Mr. John Lane, Breton Sound Basin Present
Mr. David Richard, Calcasieu/Sabine Basin Present
Mr. Stephen Sagrera, At Large Present
Pres. Keith Hinkley, At Large Present
Mr. Craig Romero, At Large Absent
Rep. Zeringue, Ex-officio, Designee of the Speaker of the House Absent
Sen. Hensgens, Ex-officio, Designee of the Pre …
Wed Apr 15, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
CPRA Board to review coastal implementation and Atchafalaya Basin Master Plan
The Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board will receive updates on coastal implementation and the Atchafalaya Basin Master Plan. The meeting includes presentations on home resilience and the Coastwide Nutria Control Program.
- CPRA Implementation Update
- Atchafalaya Basin Master Plan
- Presentation on making homes more resilient and affordable
- Update on the Coastwide Nutria Control Program
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✓ Decided: CPRA Board approves meeting agenda and previous minutes
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous session. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff updates on coastal projects, the Atchafalaya Basin Master Plan, home resilience research, and the nutria control program.
- Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, April 15, 2025, 9:30 AM CST
LSU Center for River Studies
100 Terrace Avenue
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
AGENDA
I. Call to Order – Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes
V. Old Business/Announcements
VI. CPRA Implementation Update – Michael Hare, CPRA
VII. Atchafalaya Basin Master Plan – Brian Lezina, CPRA
VIII. Making Homes More Resilient and Affordable – Carol Friedland, LaHouse Research & Education Center
IX. Update on the Coastwide Nutria Control Program – Jennifer Hogue-Manuel, LDWF
X. Public Comment
XI. Adjourn
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least 24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying disabilities.
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
LSU Center for River Studies,
100 Terrace Ave-Baton Rouge, LA 70802
The following constitute minutes of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board Meeting and are not a verbatim transcript of the proceedings. Audio and video
recordings of the meetings are available for viewing and kept at the Office of the Governor-Coastal Activities Office in Baton Rouge, LA.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNZPG_Em8iw
I. Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
Chairman Gordon Dove, GOCA Present
Mr. Stephen Swiber for Sec. Dustin Davidson, DOCE Present
Sec. Tyler Bosworth, LDWF Present
Mr. Jerry Lang for Sec. Burdette, DEQ Present
Mr. Brandon Burris for Billy Nungesser, Lt. Gov Office Present
Mr. Tony Alford, Gov’s Advisory Comm Present
Pres. Matthew Jewell, Barataria Basin Present
Mr. Joseph Cao, Pontchartrain Basin Absent
Mr. Chad Courville Teche/Vermillion Present
Mr. Dwayne Bourgeois, Terrebonne Basin Present
Mr. Bill Hidalgo, Atchafalaya Basin Present
Mr. Robert Jordan Teche/Vermillion Parish Absent
Mr. John Lane, Breton Sound Basin Present
Mr. David Richard, Calcasieu/Sabine Basin Present
Mr. Stephen Sagrera, At Large Absent
Pres. Keith Hinkley, At Large Present
Rep. Zeringue, Ex-officio, Designee of the Speaker of the House Absent
Sen. Hensgens, Ex-officio, Designee of the President of the Senate Absent
III. Approval of Agenda …
Wed Mar 18, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
Board to vote on FY 2027 and Atchafalaya Basin annual plans
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board will meet to discuss and vote on the FY 2027 Final Annual Plan and the Atchafalaya Basin Annual Plan. Major General Kimberly Peeples of the USACE will review work in the Mississippi Valley Division, and Joseph Johnston of CPRA will present FY 2026 Parish Matching Awards.
- Board Action to Approve Annual Plan Resolution for FY 2027 and Atchafalaya Basin Annual Plan
- Review of USACE Work in the Mississippi Valley Division by Major General Kimberly Peeples
- FY 2026 Parish Matching Awards presentation by Joseph Johnston
- Public Comment periods included
- Federal Update by Neal McMillin of DOTD
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✓ Decided: CPRA approves $1.54 billion FY 2027 Final Annual Plan
The board unanimously approved the FY 2027 Final Annual Plan, which outlines a $1.54 billion investment for 143 active coastal protection and restoration projects. The board also reviewed funding awards for parish-led projects and received updates on federal infrastructure initiatives.
- Approved FY 2027 Final Annual Plan and Atchafalaya Basin Annual Plan (Unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Awarded Parish Matching funds to Ascension: Bayou Terrace Hydrologic Connectivity Project
- Awarded Parish Matching funds to Jefferson: Upper Barataria Terracing Project
- Awarded Parish Matching funds to Lafourche: Golden Meadow Marsh Creation Phase II
- Awarded Parish Matching funds to St. Bernard: Lake Lery Phase II
- Awarded Parish Matching funds to St. Charles: Des Allemands Bulkhead Phase II
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
LaSalle Building
1st Floor, LaBelle Room
617 North Third Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
AGENDA
I. Call to Order – Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes
V. Old Business/Announcements
VI. Review of USACE Work in the Mississippi Valley Division – Major General Kimberly Peeples, USACE
VII. CPRA FY 2027 Final Annual Plan and Atchafalaya Basin Annual Plan– Michael Hare and Brian Lezina, CPRA
1. Board Discussion
2. Public Comment
3. Board Action to Approve Annual Plan Resolution
VIII. FY 2026 Parish Matching Awards – Joseph Johnston, CPRA
IX. Federal Update – Neal McMillin, DOTD
X. Coastal Day 2026 – Gregory Grandy, CPRA
XI. Public Comment
XII. Adjourn
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least 24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying disabilities.
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
Lasalle Building (1st Floor, Labelle Room)
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
The following constitute minutes of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board Meeting and are not a verbatim transcript of the proceedings. Audio and video
recordings of the meetings are available for viewing and kept at the Office of the Governor-Coastal Activities Office in Baton Rouge, LA.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vPoON6QMu4
I. Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
Chairman Gordon Dove Present
Sec. Dustin Davidson, DENR Present
Sec. Bosworth, LDWF Present
Mr. Jerry Lang for Sec. Burdette, DEQ Present
Mr. Vickii Melius for Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser Present
Mr. Tony Alford, Gov’s Advisory Comm Present
Pres. Matthew Jewell, Barataria Basin Present
Mr. Joseph Cao, Pontchartrain Basin Present
Mr. Chad Courville Teche/Vermillion Absent
Mr. Dwayne Bourgeois, Terrebonne Basin Absent
Mr. Bill Hidalgo, Atchafalaya Basin Present
Mr. Robert Jordan Teche/Vermillion Parish Present
Mr. John Lane, Breton Sound Basin Present
Mr. David Richard, Calcasieu/Sabine Basin Present
Mr. Stephen Sagrera, At Large Absent
Pres. Keith Hinkley, At Large Present
Rep. Zeringue, Ex-officio, Designee of the Speaker of the House Present
Sen. Hensgens, Ex-officio, Designee of the President of the Senate Absent
III. Approval of Agenda
Motion by: Mr. Alford
Seconded by: Mr. Hidal …
Wed Feb 25, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
CPRA Board to review coastal restoration and mitigation projects in St. Tammany Parish
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board will receive updates on implementation and coastal restoration projects. The meeting includes status reports on HSDRRS and NOV mitigation projects and post-construction monitoring of marsh creation in St. Tammany Parish.
- CPRA Implementation Update
- Status of HSDRRS and NOV Mitigation Projects in St. Tammany Parish
- Post-construction Monitoring of Marsh Creation Projects in St. Tammany Parish
- Update on Coastal Restoration Projects in St. Tammany Parish
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✓ Decided: CPRA Board approves agenda and minutes at February 2026 meeting
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The session consisted primarily of implementation updates on active coastal projects and monitoring reports for marsh creation in St. Tammany Parish.
- Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, February 25, 2025, 9:30 AM CST
St. Tammany Parish Council Chambers
21490 Koop Dr., Mandeville, LA 70471
AGENDA
I. Call to Order – Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes
V. Old Business/Announcements
VI. CPRA Implementation Update – Michael Hare, CPRA
VII. Status of HSDRRS and NOV Mitigation Projects in St. Tammany Parish – John Troutman and Melissa Hymel, CPRA
VIII. Post-construction Monitoring of Marsh Creation Projects in St. Tammany Parish – Bryan Gossman, CPRA
IX. Update on Coastal Restoration Projects in St. Tammany Parish – Randy Pausina, St. Tammany Parish Government
X. Public Comment
XI. Adjourn
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least 24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying disabilities.
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
St. Tammany Parish Council Chambers
21490 Koop Drive, Mandeville, LA 70741
The following constitute minutes of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board Meeting and are not a verbatim transcript of the proceedings. Audio and video
recordings of the meetings are available for viewing and kept at the Office of the Governor-Coastal Activities Office in Baton Rouge, LA.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uV1cxVqhbjk
I. Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
Chairman Gordon Dove Present
Sec. Dustin Davidson, DENR Present
Sec. Bosworth, LDWF Absent
Mr. Jerry Lang for Sec. Burdette, DEQ Present
Mr. Brandon Burris for Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser Present
Mr. Tony Alford, Gov’s Advisory Comm Present
Mr. Clay Ledet for Pres. Matthew Jewell, Barataria Basin Present
Mr. Joseph Cao, Pontchartrain Basin Present
Mr. Chad Courville Teche/Vermillion Present
Mr. Dwayne Bourgeois, Terrebonne Basin Present
Mr. Bill Hidalgo, Atchafalaya Basin Present
Mr. Robert Jordan Teche/Vermillion Parish Absent
Mr. John Lane, Breton Sound Basin Present
Mr. David Richard, Calcasieu/Sabine Basin Absent
Mr. Stephen Sagrera, At Large Present
Pres. Keith Hinkley, At Large Present
Rep. Zeringue, Ex-officio, Designee of the Speaker of the House Absent
Sen. Hensgens, Ex-officio, Designee of the President of the Senate Absent
III. Approval of Agenda
Motion by: M …
Wed Jan 21, 2026
Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board
Coastal Protection Authority reviews marsh creation and restoration plans
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board will meet to receive updates on marsh creation design guidelines, conservation plans, and restoration projects. Presentations include White Lake Conservation Plan, Northwest Little Lake Restoration, and CPRA’s Marsh Creation Design Guidelines. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
- White Lake Conservation Plan presentation by CPRA and LDWF
- Marsh Creation Design Guidelines overview by CPRA
- Northwest Little Lake Restoration project overview by CPRA
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✓ Decided: CPRA Board approves agenda and minutes at January 2026 meeting
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The session consisted primarily of staff updates on 103 active coastal projects, marsh creation design guidelines, and the Coastal Technical Assistance Center.
- Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes (Unanimous)
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, January 21, 2025, 9:30 AM CST
State Capitol Building
House Committee Room 6
900 North Third Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
AGENDA
I. Call to Order – Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes
V. Old Business/Announcements
VI. CPRA Implementation Update – Michael Hare, CPRA
VII. White Lake Conservation Plan – Brian Lezina, CPRA and Tommy Tuma, LDWF
VIII. Overview of CPRA’s Marsh Creation Design Guidelines – Rudy Simoneaux and Adam Linson, CPRA
IX. Safety, Access and Logistics for Marine Construction in the Coastal Zone – Rudy Simoneaux and Joanne Tribou, CPRA
X. Northwest Little Lake Restoration Overview – Rudy Simoneaux and Olivia Creel, CPRA
XI. Overview of the Coastal Technical Assistance Center (CTAC) – Paige Gisclair, CTAC
XII. Public Comment
XIII. Adjourn
Please contact Enger Kinchen, 225-342-7669,
[email protected] at least 24-hours prior to the meeting to request accommodations for ADA-qualifying disabilities.
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Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 9:30 AM CST
State Capitol Building
House Committee Room 6
900 North Third Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
The following constitute minutes of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board Meeting and are not a verbatim transcript of the proceedings. Audio and video
recordings of the meetings are available for viewing and kept at the Office of the Governor-Coastal Activities Office in Baton Rouge, LA.
https://house.louisiana.gov/H_Video/VideoArchivePlayer?v=house/2026/Jan/0121_26_CPRA
I. Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
II. Roll Call
Chairman Gordon Dove Present
Sec. Dustin Davidson, DENR Absent
Sec. Bosworth, LDWF Present
Mr. Jerry Lang for Sec. Burdette, DEQ Present
Mr. Brandon Burris for Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser Present
Mr. Tony Alford, Gov’s Advisory Comm Present
Mr. Clay Ledet for Pres. Matthew Jewell, Barataria Basin Present
Mr. Joseph Cao, Pontchartrain Basin Present
Mr. Chad Courville Teche/Vermillion Present
Mr. Dwayne Bourgeois, Terrebonne Basin Present
Mr. Bill Hidalgo, Atchafalaya Basin Present
Mr. Robert Jordan Teche/Vermillion Parish Present
Mr. John Lane, Breton Sound Basin Present
Mr. David Richard, Calcasieu/Sabine Basin Present
Mr. Stephen Sagrera, At Large Absent
Pres. Keith Hinkley, At Large Present
Rep. Zeringue, Ex-officio, Designee of the Speaker of the House Present
Sen. Hensgens, Ex-officio, Designee of the Pres …
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