Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission public meetings in 2024

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission will vote on three action items: a bascule generator replacement plan change, an electrical and mobile generator project, and an upgrade to traffic signals. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, chairman's remarks, and a general manager's report.

• Bascule Generator Replacement, Plan Change #3, Project #211, GNOEC Res #2024-24
• Electrical & Mobile Generator, Project #215, GNOEC Res #2024-25
• Upgrade Traffic Signals, Project #640A, GNOEC Res #2024-26
• Public comment limited to agenda items, 3 minutes per speaker
• Next meeting tentatively January 15, 2024

The Commission approved a contract for intermediate traffic signal repairs and authorized a plan change for a bascule generator replacement. Bids for an electrical and mobile generator project were rejected as nonresponsive and will be re-advertised.

• Approved $324,025.36 contract for Upgrade Traffic Signals Phase A to Jack B. Harper Electrical, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $14,940.57 plan change for Bascule Generator Replacement (5-0)
• Rejected nonresponsive bids for Electrical and Mobile Generator Project No. 215 and authorized re-advertisement (5-0)
• Accepted October 9, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission has postponed its November 13, 2024 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for December 11, 2024 at 10:00 am. The official agenda will be posted 72 hours before that meeting, and public comment is limited to agenda items with a 3-minute limit per speaker.

• November 13, 2024 meeting postponed
• Next meeting scheduled for December 11, 2024 at 10:00 am
• Official agenda to be posted 72 hours before the meeting (minimum 24 hours)
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person on agenda items
• Requests for future agenda items must be submitted in writing at least 72 hours before a meeting

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission is meeting to address several action items regarding infrastructure and equipment. The body will consider requests for information and professional services for system and road improvements.

• Upgrade Traffic Signals, Project #640 (Res #2024-20)
• Request for Information for Replacement of Toll System (Res #2024-21)
• Professional Engineering Services for Approach Roads (Res #2024-22)
• Surplus Equipment (Res #2024-23)

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission approved the advertisement of a Request for Information to replace its toll collection and enforcement systems. The board also authorized the first phase of a traffic signal upgrade project and the procurement of engineering services for north shore approach roads.

• Authorized execution of Project Memorandum and advertisement of first phase for Upgrade Traffic Signals (3-0)
• Authorized advertisement of Request for Information for Replacement of GNOEC Toll Collection System (3-0)
• Authorized advertisement of Request for Qualifications for professional engineering services for approach roads (3-0)
• Authorized disposal of surplus equipment (3-0)
• Approved September 11, 2024, special meeting minutes (3-0)

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission will hold a special meeting to consider and vote on three bond resolutions for a critical, time-sensitive Series 2024 refunding. The meeting is conducted via video conference and public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Approval to proceed with critical, time-sensitive Series 2024 Refunding Bond Resolutions, GNOEC Res #2014-17
• Series 2024 Supplemental Resolution, Refunding Bonds, GNOEC Res #2024-18
• Series 2024 First Supplement Resolution, Refunding Bonds, GNOEC Res #2024-19

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission approved three resolutions to proceed with the issuance of Series 2024 Refunding Revenue Bonds. These actions include amending the General Bond Resolution and setting bond insurance and reserve policy provisions.

• Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-17 to consider time-sensitive bond resolutions via electronic meeting (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-18 supplementing the Amended and Restated General Bond Resolution for Series 2024 Refunding Revenue Bonds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-19 supplementing the series 2024 Resolution regarding bond insurance and reserve policy provisions (5-0)

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission will hold a regular meeting to vote on four action items, including a generator replacement plan change, a cable tray repair contract award, the official journal designation, and the FY24/25 budget. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval, chairman's remarks, and a general manager's report.

• Bascule Generator Replacement, Plan Change 2, GNOEC Res #2024-13
• Cable Tray Repair, Award to Lowest Responsible Bidder, GNOEC Res #2024-14
• Official Journal, GNOEC Res #2024-15
• FY24/25 Budget, GNOEC Res #2024-16

The Commission approved a multi-million dollar repair contract and authorized a plan change for a bascule generator. It also approved the amended budget for the current fiscal year and the proposed budget for the next fiscal year.

• Awarded Cable Tray Repairs contract to C.E.C., Inc. for $3,489,175.00 (5-0)
• Approved $29,734.99 for Bascule Generator Replacement Plan Change No. 2 (5-0)
• Approved Amended Budget (Nov 1, 2023 – Oct 31, 2024) and Proposed Budget (Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2025) (5-0)
• Selected Times Picayune/Advocate as the official journal for 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the June 12, 2024, regular meeting (5-0)
• Entered executive session to review General Manager's annual performance (5-0)

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission will meet to discuss several action items including infrastructure repairs and replacements. The agenda includes decisions on electrical equipment, cable tray repairs, and the North Approach Road Overlay.

• Electrical and Mobile Generator Replacement (Res #2024-10)
• Cable Tray Repair bid rejection and re-advertisement (Res #2024-11)
• North Approach Road Overlay (Res #2024-12)

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission will consider four action items: erosion repairs at the North Toll Plaza, replacement of the bascule emergency generator, rehabilitation of channel fenders/markers, and bridge sign replacement. The board will also elect officers and hear the General Manager's report. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Erosion Repairs at North Toll Plaza (Resolution #2024-06)
• Bascule Emergency Generator Replacement (Resolution #2024-07)
• North and South Channel Fender/Marker Rehabilitation (Resolution #2024-08)
• Bridge Sign Replacement (Resolution #2024-09)
• Election of Officers

The Commission approved several infrastructure projects, including erosion repairs and generator replacements. The board also elected its officers for 2024 and authorized the advertisement of two new projects for fender repairs and sign replacement.

• Accepted Erosion Repairs at North Toll Plaza and approved $23,233.33 plan change (4-0)
• Approved $30,686.68 and 10-day extension for Bascule Generator Replacement (4-0)
• Authorized Project Memorandum and advertisement for Fender Repairs and Structural Improvements (4-0)
• Authorized Project Memorandum and advertisement for Bridge Sign Replacement (4-0)
• Elected Col. Evans Spiceland as Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Ralph Cox as Vice-Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Tim Coulon as Treasurer (4-0)
• Elected Justin Clinton as Secretary (4-0)

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission will review several action items regarding maintenance and repairs. The agenda also includes the election of officers and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Erosion repairs at North Toll Plaza (Res #2024-06)
• Bascule emergency generator replacement (Res #2024-07)
• North and South Channel fender/channel marker rehabilitation (Res #2024-08)
• Bridge sign replacement (Res #2024-09)
• Election of officers

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission will meet to discuss action items including bond refunding and emergency repairs. The body will also address surplus equipment and present Life Saving awards.

• Ratify emergency erosion repairs at North Toll Plaza (GNOEC Project #639)
• Authorize refunding of Series 2013/14 bonds
• Declare excess equipment as surplus

The Commission approved the issuance of refunding revenue bonds and authorized funds for erosion repairs at the North Toll Plaza. It also approved the trade-in of surplus firearms for new equipment. Life Saving awards were presented to commuters and staff for a December 2023 rescue.

• Approved issuance of up to $28.5M in Series 2024 Refunding Revenue Bonds (5-0)
• Authorized up to $150,000 and 14 additional days for erosion repairs at North Toll Plaza (5-0)
• Approved trade-in of 4 surplus firearms to CTC Gun Works for 5 new firearms (5-0)
• Accepted January 10, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)

Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission

The Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission will consider authorizing advertisements for two infrastructure projects: the North Approach Overlay (Project #638) and Cable Tray Repairs (Project #437). The board will also elect its 2024 officers. Routine items include approval of previous minutes, chairman's remarks, and the general manager's report.

• Authorization to advertise North Approach Overlay, GNOEC Project #638
• Authorization to advertise Cable Tray Repairs, GNOEC Project #437
• Election of 2024 Commission officers

The Commission approved the execution of project memoranda for the North Causeway Approach Road Overlay and Cable Tray Repairs. The General Manager was authorized to move forward with plans, specifications, and advertising for these projects.

• Approved minutes of the December 6, 2023, meeting (4-0)
• Authorized Project Memorandum for North Causeway Approach Road Overlay, Project No. 637 (4-0)
• Authorized Project Memorandum for Cable Tray Repairs, Project No. 438 (4-0)