Grand Isle Port Commission public meetings in 2023

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, discuss 2024 vehicle and flood insurance renewals, and set the 2024 meeting schedule. An executive session is planned for dock security and an engineering matter. No resolutions or ordinances are scheduled for adoption.

• 2024 Vehicle Insurance Renewal
• 2024 Flood Insurance Renewal (LA Dried Shrimp)
• 2024 GIPC Meeting Schedule
• Executive Session on Dock Security and Engineering Matter
• Financial reports including commercial dock and port operating expenses

The Commission approved a $50,000 payment to PEEC and authorized the signing of the Kayak Launch contract. The board also approved insurance renewals and expenses for a meeting in Lake Charles. A request for a letter of no objection for boat sheds was tabled.

• Approved $50,000 payment to PEEC (unanimous)
• Authorized Director Danos to sign Kayak Launch Contract (unanimous)
• Approved expenses for PAL meeting in Lake Charles (unanimous)
• Approved car insurance renewal through State Farm (unanimous)
• Approved Flood Insurance renewal for Dried Shrimp Shed (unanimous)
• Approved financial report and payment of operating invoices (unanimous)
• Approved November 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled letter of no objection for Daniel Derosia boat sheds

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Commission will review monthly and year-to-date financial reports, including payroll costs and dock expenses. The agenda also includes discussions on oyster farm lease renewals and surveillance camera needs.

• Resolution for Port Commissioner check signing authority
• Review of Oyster Farm Lease Renewals
• Discussion regarding Surveillance Camera – Oyster Farm 2
• Financial report review including Commercial Dock and Operating Account expenses
• Executive Session regarding a personnel matter

The Commission approved a resolution for port account signatures and extended the deadline for new oyster farmer rates to July 1. The board also approved a $1,000 appropriation for a groundbreaking ceremony and a salary increase for Mrs. Bradberry.

• Approved minutes from October 12, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved financial report and payment of operating invoices (Passed)
• Adopted resolution authorizing signatures for all Port Accounts (5-0)
• Appropriated up to $1,000 for Ground Breaking Ceremony items (Unanimous)
• Extended new oyster farmer rates to July 1 instead of January 1 (4-1)
• Approved repair of passenger mirror on Ford Expedition (Unanimous)
• Approved Mrs. Bradberry salary increase to $15.00 per hour (Unanimous)

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports including dock expenses and budget, and discuss old and new business items. No resolutions or ordinances are scheduled for adoption. The meeting will be held at the Grand Isle Multiplex Building on October 12, 2023 at 12:00 PM CST.

• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2023
• Financial reports: Commercial Dock Expenses MTD, Port Operating Account MTD, Non-Interest Checking Account YTD, FY 23/24 Budget MTD/YTD, Bank of America Bill Explanation, GIPC Employee Payroll Costs
• No resolutions or ordinances eligible for adoption
• Old Business: GIPC Groundbreaking Ceremony
• New Business: Bob Sevin Tribute

The Commission approved the September 20, 2023, minutes and the current financial report. Members authorized PEEC to apply for Capital Outlay funds for bulkhead and dry dock facility repairs. The board also received a report on boat slip availability and oyster farm permits.

• Approved September 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report and payment of operating invoices
• Authorized PEEC to apply for Capital Outlay for Bulkhead Repair and Improvements and Repairing the Dry Dock Facility (unanimous)

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 20, 2023. They will consider resolutions on port commissioner check signing and imported shrimp. Old business includes an update on the GIPC commercial property appraisal. New business includes discussion of policies and procedures, a Grand Isle map, and oyster farm lease fees. An executive session is scheduled for a personnel matter.

• Resolution on Port Commissioner Check Signing
• Resolution on Imported Shrimp
• GIPC Commercial Property Appraisal Update
• Oyster Farm Lease Fees discussion
• Executive Session for Personnel Matter

The Commission approved a $155,505.76 contract for office repairs and authorized road repairs at the Commercial Dock and Kayak Launch. Members also passed resolutions regarding bank account signatures and imported shrimp volume limits.

• Approved $155,505.76 bid from Bradberry Construction for office repairs
• Authorized contract with Lo Land Construction Company for Commercial Dock and Kayak Launch road repairs
• Adopted resolution to change signatures on checking accounts (4-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing US officials to limit imported shrimp volume (4-0)
• Approved increasing oyster lease fees beginning in 2024
• Authorized Director Danos to contact FEMA regarding fund reallocation for Kayak Launch Repair Project
• Approved purchasing an ad in the island map to mark port properties
• Approved approaching the town regarding repairing the old port office for a tourism center

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission adopted a resolution designating the Executive Director to act on behalf of the commission for State Capital Outlay Facility, Planning and Construction Projects. This authority includes certifying requests for State disbursements.

• Approved resolution designating Executive Director to act on State Capital Outlay projects (3-0)

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission is holding a special meeting on August 30, 2023, to consider a resolution that would authorize the Executive Director to act on the commission's behalf in all matters related to State Capital Outlay Facility Planning and Construction Projects, including certifying disbursement requests. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution designating GIPC Executive Director to handle State Capital Outlay Facility Planning & Construction Projects and certify disbursement requests

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Commission awarded a bid to Sea Level for the Port Improvement Project and elected its officers for two-year terms. The board also approved a new sexual harassment policy and authorized the leasing of an oyster farm plot.

• Awarded Port Improvement Project bid to Sea Level for $4,268,965.00 (unanimous)
• Elected Bob Sevin as President (unanimous)
• Elected Perry Chighizola as Vice-President (unanimous)
• Elected John Cheramie as Secretary/Treasurer (unanimous)
• Set officer term lengths to 2 years (unanimous)
• Authorized Weldon Danos to sign Capital Outlay and Sea Level documents (unanimous)
• Authorized lease of Oyster Farm 2 Plot 1 to Kurk Curole (unanimous)
• Adopted Sexual Harassment Policy (unanimous)

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Commission will review financial reports including payroll costs and dock expenses. The agenda includes updates on the Oyster Processing Facility and a property lease at 152 Pete’s Wharf Lane.

• Approval of July 13, 2023 minutes
• Review of Commercial Dock and Port Operating Account expenses
• Oyster Processing Facility update
• Property Lease – 152 Pete’s Wharf Lane
• GIPC Sexual Harassment Policy discussion

Grand Isle Port Commission

The commission will swear in a new member and review financial reports, including payroll and dock expenses. Members will discuss options for an oyster facility and insurance policy premiums for 2023.

• Swearing in of New Port Commissioner
• Review of FY 23/24 Budget and employee payroll costs
• Discussion of Oyster Facility Option 1 and Option 2
• 2023 LA Workers Compensation and Wright Flood Insurance policy premiums
• Property lease inquiry for 152 Pete’s Wharf Lane

The Commission approved the financial report, insurance renewals for workers compensation and flood coverage, and a property lease. Commissioner John Cheramie was added to the commission's checking accounts.

• Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report and payment of operating invoices (unanimous)
• Approved La Workers Compensation Insurance Policy renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Wright Flood Insurance Policy Premium for GIPC office (unanimous)
• Approved lease of 152 Pete’s Wharf Lane for $100.00 per month (unanimous)
• Approved adding Commissioner John Cheramie to checking accounts (unanimous)

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Commission approved the budget for fiscal year 2023/2024 and amended the budget for fiscal year 2022/2023. Members also set adjusted rates for 2023 and authorized several maintenance and insurance payments. Actions were taken regarding oyster farm permitting and lease validity.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report and payment of operating invoices (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for adjusted 2023 rates (3-0)
• Adopted resolution amending FY 2022/2023 budget (3-0)
• Adopted resolution for FY 2023/2024 budget (3-0)
• Authorized DHF Industrial to spread limestone for $2,200.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Louisiana Citizens policy renewal for $3,489.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized removal of Scott Mora from oyster farm #2 (unanimous)

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission will consider adopting the 2023 Tax Millage Renewal, amending the FY 2022/2023 Budget, and adopting the FY 2023/2024 Budget. They will also discuss the 2023 LA Citizens Property Insurance Renewal and hold an executive session for a personnel matter.

• Adopting the 2023 Tax Millage Renewal
• Amending the FY 2022/2023 Budget
• Adopting the FY 2023/2024 Budget
• 2023 LA Citizens Property Insurance Renewal for GIPC Office
• Executive Session for Personnel Matter

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 18, 2023. The agenda includes approval of minutes, financial reports, and professional reports. New business items include the FY 2021/2022 financial audit report and invoice, renewal of general liability insurance, and appointment of a new port commissioner. No public comments or executive session are scheduled.

• FY 2021/2022 Financial Audit Report and Invoice
• General Liability Insurance Policy Renewal
• New Port Commissioner Appointment
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2023
• Financial Report/Approval of Invoices

The Grand Isle Port Commission approved the April 14 meeting minutes and the current financial report. The board voted to keep boat slip rates unchanged from the previous year. Payments for an audit and general liability insurance were also approved.

• Approved April 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved financial report and payment of operating invoices (Unanimous)
• Approved keeping boat slip rates the same as last year (Unanimous)
• Approved Audit Invoice of $6,425.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved General Liability Insurance renewal of $5,250.00 (Unanimous)

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission will meet on April 14, 2023, to approve minutes from March 9 and a financial report. New business includes discussing a proposal to host a Garage Day event and a quote for a commercial property appraisal. The commission will also enter executive session for a personnel matter.

• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2023
• Financial report and approval of invoices
• Hosting of Garage Day Event – Jean Landry
• GIPC Commercial Property Appraisal Quote
• Executive session for personnel matter

The Commission authorized the appraisal of all port property and tasked Mr. Saleh with logistics for a new waterline for commercial fishermen. The board also approved the financial report and granted permission for a craft show on port property.

• Approved financial report and payment of all operating invoices (unanimous)
• Authorized Mr. Saleh to work on logistics for a new waterline (unanimous)
• Approved appraisal of all port property, prioritizing local options for one week before using Ricky Juban's quote (unanimous)
• Approved Community Development Team craft show on May 27, 2023, including power access (unanimous)
• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add Jean Landry and Darryl Carpenter (unanimous)

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes, financial report, and professional reports. A new business item involves planting oak trees by Ronnie Sampey. The board will enter executive session to discuss the executive director's salary.

• Approval of minutes from February 7, 2023
• Financial report and approval of invoices
• Planting of oak trees – Ronnie Sampey
• Executive session for executive director salary discussion

The Commission approved a 10% pay raise and two weeks of vacation for the Executive Director. It also authorized payments for security equipment and oyster farm repairs. The board requested an appraisal of port property.

• Approved 10% pay raise and two-week vacation for Executive Director effective April 1, 2023
• Approved $3,355.00 to replace damaged security camera
• Approved $38,562.50 payment to GIS for oyster farm repairs
• Approved reimbursement for Mr. Danos' trip to Washington DC
• Approved motion to have port property appraised
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved financial report and payment of operating invoices

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission holds a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss new business including truck options/quotes and the 2023 PAL Annual Conference. No ordinances or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2022
• Financial report and approval of invoices
• Discussion of GIPC truck options/quotes
• Discussion of 2023 PAL Annual Conference
• Review of 2023 GIPC monthly meeting schedule

The Commission approved a contract for office repairs and the purchase of a new vehicle. It also granted a request for utilities at a specific boat slip and authorized the Director to attend a professional function.

• Approved minutes from January 17, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved financial report and payment of operating invoices (Unanimous)
• Awarded office repair contract to Mata Construction Co for $125,866.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved power and water request for boat slip #55-57 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Colorado from Golden Motors for $28,869.65 (2-1)
• Authorized Director to attend PAL function in Houma March 28–30, 2023 (Unanimous)

Grand Isle Port Commission

The Grand Isle Port Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 17, 2023. Items include approval of minutes, financial reports, and discussion of the Oyster Farm #2 Expansion, 2023 flood insurance cost for the LA Dried Shrimp Building, and a dock walkway repair estimate. No action on ordinances or resolutions is scheduled.

• Oyster Farm #2 Expansion – Mike Roberts
• 2023 Flood Insurance Cost – LA Dried Shrimp Building
• 2023 PAL Corporate Dues
• Dock Walkway Repair Estimate
• Approval of December 15, 2022 minutes and invoices

The Commission approved a contract for deck repairs and authorized the expansion of Oyster Farm #2. Officials also rejected existing bids for Commercial Dock repairs to seek more competitive pricing through sectioned advertising.

• Approved $24,400 contract with KC Properties and Investments Inc for deck repairs (Unanimous)
• Authorized GO FISH to expand Oyster Farm #2 by adding 12 more farms (Joint motion)
• Rejected bids to repair Commercial Dock and ordered re-advertising by sections (Unanimous)
• Approved financial report and payment of operating invoices (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of $1,100.00 for PAL dues (Unanimous)
• Decided to keep insurance for building leased by Robert Collins in port name with tenant paying (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 15, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Accepted Executive Director’s Report (Unanimous)