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Thu Jul 30, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO discusses tax incentives and environmental funding agreements

The Executive Committee will consider a preliminary approval for a tax arrangement with Westminster Tower Apartments II, LP. The board will also review a new policy for project administration services and an agreement with the City of Gretna regarding environmental assessments.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO Executive Committee July 30, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 AGENDA I. Call to Order – Vice Chairman, Stephen Robinson • Pledge of Allegiance • Welcome guests • Approval of absences for today – July 30, 2026 • Approval of minutes for July 1, 2026 II. Public Comments on Agenda Items III. Unfinished and New Business • Resolution giving preliminary approval to a proposal by Westminster Tower Apartments II, LP, for the Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District to enter into a payment-in-lieu-of-tax arrangement as an incentive for a development project in Parish; providing for the employment of special counsel; and providing for other matters in connection with the foregoing – Lacey Bordelon • Approval of the Project Administration Services Policy for the collection of fees associated with State Capital Outlay, Grant Administration and Cooperative Endeavor Agreements – Scott Rojas • Resolution approving a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the City of Gretna and Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District for up to $35,749 to fund a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment at Second & Fried Streets in Gretna, and authorizing JEDCO’s President & CEO to execute any and all documents necessary to accept t …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO considers $46 million in bonds for Clearview City Center apartments

The JEDCO Executive Committee will discuss the issuance of revenue bonds for a housing project in Metairie and the approval of budgets for 2026 and 2027. The board is also reviewing agreements for a business conference and a food and beverage incubator.

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✓ Decided: JEDCO approves $46M bond issuance for Clearview City Center apartments

The Board approved a lease agreement and bond issuance for a 270-unit apartment complex at Clearview City Center. Other actions included approving the 2026 amended and 2027 proposed budgets and a $10,000 sponsorship for a Hispanic Chamber of Commerce conference.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO Executive Committee July 1, 2026 @ *10:00 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 (*or as soon as the PILOT Advisory Committee meeting adjourns) AGENDA I. Call to Order – Vice Chairman, Stephen Robinson • Pledge of Allegiance • Welcome guests • Approval of absences for today – July 1, 2026 • Approval of minutes for May 21, 2026 II. Public Comments III. Unfinished and New Business • Resolution approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a "Lease Agreement and Agreement to Issue Bonds" and any and all additional documents and certificates deemed necessary in connection with the granting of a favorable payment in lieu of tax arrangement and the potential issuance of not exceeding $46,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of taxable and/or tax-exempt Revenue Bonds of the Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District for the acquisition, construction and development of a 270-unit market-rate apartment complex, including parking, at Clearview City Center site in Metairie, Jefferson Parish, to be owned by Richards Clearview City Center, LLC; and providing for other matters with respect to the foregoing – Lacey Bordelon • Resolution approving a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Parish of Jefferson and Jefferson Parish E …
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Call to Order: Attended: Absent: Staff: Attorney: Guest: ¥ JEDCO JEDCO Executive Committee July 1, 2026 @ 10:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 MINUTES 10:30 a.m. Vice Chairman Stephen Robinson, Mickal Adler, Billy Douglass, Mike O’Connor, Paul Polito, Joe Riccobono, Lynda Nugent Smith, Bob Stevens Josline Frank, Jim Martin, Mayra Pineda, Gene Sausse Jerry Bologna, Lacey Bordelon, Lauren Cashio, Paul Fischer, Scott Rojas, Kelsey Scram, Penny Weeks, Jennifer Wollfarth None Philip Sherman — Adams and Reese Thomas Richards - Clearview City Center I. Call to Order — Vice Chairman, Stephen Robinson The Vice Chairman asked for a motion to amend the agenda to include the following: A resolution in support of JEDCO’s application to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to secure a $3.65 million federal earmark grant through the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 for construction and operating expenses of the Greater New Orleans Food & Beverage Incubator at the Churchill Technology & Business Park in Jefferson Parish, and authorizing Gerald Bologna, President & CEO, and Annalisa Kelly, Vice President of Strategic Programs and Partnerships, to serve as JEDCO’s Authorized Organizational Representatives for the purposes of this award and grant application submission. There were no public comments regarding amending the agenda. Mickal Adler motioned, seconded by Mike O’Connor, to approve amending the agenda. The moti …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO Executive Committee meeting rescheduled to July 1, 2026

This is a notice that the June 25, 2026 JEDCO Executive Committee meeting has been rescheduled to July 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. Rescheduled Meeting Notice JEDCO Executive Committee The June 25, 2026 regularly scheduled JEDCO Executive Committee meeting has been rescheduled to July 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a designated caregiver of such a person to participate in its meetings via teleconference or video conference as defined in R.S. 42:17.2 when a request for accommodation is made prior to the meeting. Questions and comments will be allowed during the “Public Comments” section of the agenda. Questions and comments may be emailed to the ADA Coordinator in advance of the meeting. ADA Coordinator/ JEDCO-Scott Rojas, 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70 …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO board to discuss PILOT lease for Richards Clearview Apartments

The JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee will meet to review and discuss a proposed PILOT lease for Richards Clearview City Center, LLC (The Richards Clearview Apartments). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments on agenda items.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 July 1, 2026 @ 10:00 A.M. AGENDA I. Call to Order – Jerry Bologna • Roll Call • Welcome Guests II. Review and approval of minutes for May 19, 2026 III. Public Comments on Agenda Items IV. Unfinished and New Business • Review and discussion of Richards Clearview City Center, LLC (The Richards Clearview Apartments) PILOT Lease – Lacey Bordelon V. Adjournment In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO and Jefferson Parish shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO or Jefferson Parish at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a designated caregiver of such a person to participate in its meetings via teleconference or video conference as defined in R.S. 42 …
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Thu Jun 25, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO Executive Committee meeting rescheduled

The regularly scheduled meeting for June 25, 2026, has been rescheduled to July 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The provided document contains only this rescheduling notice and ADA compliance information.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. Rescheduled Meeting Notice JEDCO Executive Committee The June 25, 2026 regularly scheduled JEDCO Executive Committee meeting has been rescheduled to July 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a designated caregiver of such a person to participate in its meetings via teleconference or video conference as defined in R.S. 42:17.2 when a request for accommodation is made prior to the meeting. Questions and comments will be allowed during the “Public Comments” section of the agenda. Questions and comments may be emailed to the ADA Coordinator in advance of the meeting. ADA Coordinator/ JEDCO-Scott Rojas, 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70 …
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Thu May 21, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO board to vote on Avondale Global Gateway PILOT lease changes and new 501(c)3

The Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the 2025 financial audit, amend a PILOT lease with Avondale Global Gateway LLC, and form a new supporting 501(c)3 organization. The board will also hear financial and CEO reports and consider credit card and vendor authorizations during the president and CEO's absence.

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✓ Decided: JEDCO approves 2025 audit and amends Avondale Global Gateway PILOT lease

The Board approved the 2025 Financial Audit Report and a resolution to amend the PILOT lease with Avondale Global Gateway LLC. Additionally, the Board authorized the formation of a 501(c)3 supporting organization and extended a lobbying contract with Adams & Reese LLP.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO Board of Commissioners May 21, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 701-A Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 AGENDA I. Call to Order – Chairman Jim Martin • Pledge of Allegiance • Welcome guests • Approval of Board absences for today – May 21, 2026 • Approval of minutes for April 30, 2026 • Presentation – Michael Hecht, President and CEO – GNO, Inc. II. Public Comments III. Unfinished and New Business • Approval of 2025 Financial Audit Report – Jennifer Wollfarth • A resolution approving Amendments to PILOT Lease with Avondale Global Gateway LLC – Jerry Bologna • A resolution approving the formation of a 501(c)3 supporting organization; a category of 501(c)(3) public charity established for the express purpose of supporting another tax-exempt organization, and authorizing the preparation and filing of the necessary organizational documents and tax-exemption application, and designating the individuals who will serve on the initial governing board of the new entity – Jerry Bologna • Approve JEDCO’s Chief Financial Officer to authorize use of the JEDCO credit card, approve new vendors, and authorize payments of expenditures in the absence of the President and CEO between May 28, 2026 and June 12, 2026 – Jerry Bologna IV. Financial Report – Jennifer Wollfarth V. President an …
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¥ JEDCO JEDCO Board of Commissioners May 21, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 MINUTES Callto Order: = 8:30 a.m. Attended: Chairman Jim Martin, Mickal Adler, Roxanne Arocha, J immy Baum, Darren Chifici, Billy Douglass, Teresa Lawrence, Mike O’Connor, Paula Polito, Stephen Robinson, Gene Sausse, Melisa Simeon, Lynda Nugent Smith, Bob Stevens, and Shondra Williams Absent: Joe Ewell, Josline Frank, Mayra Pineda, Melissa O’Neal, Joe Riccobono, and Teri Tucker Staff: Jerry Bologna, Annalisa Kelly, Scott Rojas, Penny Weeks, and Jennifer Wollfarth Attorney: Reed Smith — Jefferson Parish Guest: Philip Sherman — Adams and Reese Michael Hecht — GNO, Inc. Michelle Treschwig — Kushner Lagraize LLC Clay Tufts — Jefferson Parish I. Call to Order — Chairman Jim Martin Chairman Martin requested a motion to amend the agenda to include approval of an extension to the agreement between Adams & Reese LLP and JEDCO regarding the rendering of lobbying, legislative and other governmental relations services to JEDCO. Chairman Martin stated this will be discussed under Unfinished and New Business. Billy Douglass motioned, seconded by Paula Polito, to approve amending the agenda. The motion passed unanimously Approval of Board absences for today, May 21, 2026 — Bob Stevens motioned, seconded by Teresa Lawrence, to excuse Teri Tucker, Joe Riccobono, Joe Ewell and Josline Frank. The motion passed unanimously. 700 Churchill Parkway e Avo …
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Tue May 19, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

Committee to discuss amendment to Avondale Global Gateway PILOT lease

The JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee will meet to review and discuss a request for an amendment to the Avondale Global Gateway PILOT lease. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends lease amendments for Avondale Global Gateway

The JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve amendments to the Avondale Global Gateway PILOT Lease. The proposal reduces targeted employment numbers by an average of 74% while increasing PILOT payments and strengthening clawback penalties.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • Fax 504-875-3923 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 May 19, 2026 @ 9:00 A.M. AGENDA I. Call to Order – Jerry Bologna • Roll Call • Welcome Guests II. Review and approval of minutes for February 12, 2026 III. Public Comments on Agenda Items IV. Unfinished and New Business • Review and discussion of a request for amendment to Avondale Global Gateway PILOT Lease – Jerry Bologna V. Adjournment In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO and Jefferson Parish shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO or Jefferson Parish at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a designated caregiver of such a person to participate in its meetings via teleconference or video conference as defined in R.S. 4 …
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Call to Order: Attendance: Absent: Staff: Guests: I. Callto Mr. ¥ JEDCO JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 May 19, 2026 @ 9:00 A.M. MINUTES 9:00 A.M. Mickal Adler, Jim Martin, Paula Polito, Lynda Nugent Smith, Bob Stevens None Jerry Bologna, Lauren Cashio, Penny Weeks Philip Sherman — Adams and Reese, LLP Order — Jerry Bologna Bologna called the meeting to order and acknowledge a quorum. II. Review and approval of minutes for February 12, 2026 Paul a Polito motioned, seconded by Mickal Adler, to approve the minutes. The motion passed unanimously. III. Public Comments on Agenda Items There were no public comments. IV. Unfinished and New Business e Review and discussion of a request for amendment to Avondale Global Gateway PILOT Lease — Jerry Bologna JEDCO received a written request dated March 25, 2026 from Matthew Mancheski, President & CFO of AGG, for an amendment to the lease agreement. The requested amendment would reduce the lease’s annual Targeted Employment requirement beginning in 2026 and in each year thereafter to the end of the lease term in 2038 by an annual average of 74%. The requested amendment would significantly reduce the employment numbers without making any other changes to the lease agreement. Despite the positive momentum from AGG by adding a significant amount of capital improvements and returning commercial activity to the site, JEDCO staff feels strongly that to pr …
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Thu May 14, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

May 14, 2026 JEDCO Executive Committee meeting cancelled

The Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners' Executive Committee meeting scheduled for May 14, 2026, was cancelled and will not be rescheduled. This is a procedural notice with no decisions or discussions.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. Cancelled Meeting Notice JEDCO Executive Committee The May 14, 2026 regularly scheduled JEDCO Executive Committee meeting has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a designated caregiver of such a person to participate in its meetings via teleconference or video conference as defined in R.S. 42:17.2 when a request for accommodation is made prior to the meeting. Questions and comments will be allowed during the “Public Comments” section of the agenda. Questions and comments may be emailed to the ADA Coordinator in advance of the meeting. ADA Coordinator/ JEDCO-Scott Rojas, 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 ( …
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Thu Apr 30, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO board to vote on Avondale Global Gateway lease amendment and PILOT deal

The JEDCO Executive Committee will consider several resolutions, including an amendment to the Avondale Global Gateway LLC lease agreement with a favorable Payment In Lieu of Tax (PILOT) arrangement. Other items include approval of unbudgeted expenses for rebranding signs at Churchill Technology & Business Park and for social media video content, as well as agreements for engineering services, a hotel development memorandum of understanding, and a subrecipient agreement for disaster recovery funds to equip a food incubator.

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✓ Decided: JEDCO approves $850K for food incubator equipment and campus rebranding

The Board approved funding for kitchen equipment at the Food and Beverage Incubator and a rebranding of the Churchill Technology & Business Park. It also authorized a hotel development MOU and engineering services for the campus. One lease amendment was deferred to a future meeting.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO Executive Committee April 30, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 AGENDA I. Call to Order – Chairman, Jim Martin • Pledge of Allegiance • Welcome guests • Approval of absences for today – April 30, 2026 • Approval of minutes for March 26, 2026 II. Public Comments III. Unfinished and New Business • Resolution approving an amendment to the Avondale Global Gateway LLC Lease Agreement and Agreement to Issue Bonds with a favorable Payment In Lieu of Tax (“PILOT”) arrangement – Lacey Bordelon • Approval of an unbudgeted expense for the rebranding for the Churchill Technology & Business Park foundation sign and the JEDCO Conference Center sign to align with the Churchill Innovation & Research Campus (CIRC) brand – Scott Rojas • Resolution authorizing JEDCO’s President and CEO to execute an as-needed engineering services agreement with Duplantis Design Group, PC for development activities within Churchill Technology & Business Park – Scott Rojas • Resolution authorizing JEDCO’s President and CEO to execute a Memorandum of Understanding for an Exclusivity Period with Raines for a Hotel Development at Churchill Technology & Business Park – Scott Rojas • Resolution approving a Subrecipient Agreement between the Parish of Jefferson an …
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¥ JEDCO JEDCO Executive Committee April 30, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 MINUTES Callto Order: — 8:30 a.m. Attended: Vice Chairman Stephen Robinson, Billy Douglass, Josline Frank, Mike O’Connor, Mayra Pineda, Joe Riccobono, Gene Sausse, Bob Stevens Absent: Mickal Adler, Jim Martin, Paula Polito Staff: Jerry Bologna, Lacey Bordelon, Annalisa Kelly, Scott Rojas, Kelsey Scram, Penny Weeks, Kate Wendel, Jennifer Wollfarth Attorney: None Guest: None I Call to Order — Vice Chairman, Stephen Robinson Approval of absences for today, April 30, 2026 — Gene Sausse motioned, seconded by Billy Douglass, to excuse Paula Polito. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of minutes for March 26, 2026 — Bob Stevens motioned, seconded by Josline Frank, to approve the minutes. The motion passed unanimously. LT; Public Comments There were no public comments. Il. Unfinished and New Business Resolution approving an amendment to the Avondale Global Gateway LLC Lease Agreement and Agreement to Issue Bonds with a favorable Payment In Lieu of Tax (“PILOT”) arrangement — Lacey Bordelon Gene Sausse motioned, seconded by Bob Stevens, to defer to the May 21, 2026 Board of Commissioners meeting. The motion passed unanimously. 700 Churchill Parkway e Avondale, LA 70094 e Phone 504-875-3908 e www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. AEDO Approval of an unbudgeted expense for the rebrand …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

April 28, 2026 PILOT Advisory Committee meeting cancelled

The Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners announced the cancellation of the April 28, 2026 PILOT Advisory Committee meeting. The meeting will be rescheduled at a later date.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • Fax 504-875-3923 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. Cancelled Meeting Notice JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee The April 28, 2026 PILOT Advisory Committee meeting is cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date. In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a designated caregiver of such a person to participate in its meetings via teleconference or video conference as defined in R.S. 42:17.2 when a request for accommodation is made prior to the meeting. Questions and comments will be allowed during the “Public Comments” section of the agenda. Questions and comments may be emailed to the ADA Coordinator in advance of the meeting. ADA Coordinator/ JEDCO-Scott Rojas, 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, …
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Mon Apr 13, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO audit committee to review 2025 financial audit report

The JEDCO Audit Committee will meet to review and discuss the 2025 Financial Audit Report and make recommendations to the full Board of Commissioners. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

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JEDCO Audit Committee April 13, 2026 @ 10:00 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building - Boardroom 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 AGENDA I. Call to Order – President and CEO, Jerry Bologna • Welcome guest • Approval of minutes for December 2, 2025 II. Public Comments on Agenda Items III. Unfinished and New Business • Review and discussion of JEDCO 2025 Financial Audit Report • Audit Committee recommendations to the JEDCO Board of Commissioners regarding the 2025 Financial Audit Report IV. Adjournment In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO and Jefferson Parish shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO or Jefferson Parish at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a designated caregiver of such a person to participate in its meetings via teleconference or video conference as defined in R.S. 42:17.2 when a request for accommodation is made prior to the meeting. Questions and comments will be allowed during …
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Thu Mar 26, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO board to vote on 2026 strategic plan and weigh in on West End EDD bill

The JEDCO Executive Committee will meet to decide whether to approve the 2026 Strategic Operating Plan and to review House Bill 892, which pertains to the West End Economic Development District. The board will also hear the President and CEO’s report before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: JEDCO approves 2026 Strategic Operating Plan

The Board unanimously approved the 2026 Strategic Operating Plan, which includes 21 objectives and 120 actions. Additionally, the Board authorized the President and CEO to support HB 892 regarding the West End Economic Development District.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO Executive Committee March 26, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 AGENDA I. Call to Order – Chairman, Jim Martin • Pledge of Allegiance • Welcome guests • Approval of absences for today – March 26, 2026 • Approval of minutes for February 26, 2026 II. Public Comments on Agenda Items III. Unfinished and New Business • Approval of JEDCO’s 2026 Strategic Operating Plan – Lacey Bordelon • Review and discussion of HB 892 (the West End EDD) and authorizing JEDCO’s President and CEO to take a position on behalf of the JEDCO Board of Commissioners – Jerry Bologna IV. President and CEO Report – Jerry Bologna V. Adjournment In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO and Jefferson Parish shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO or Jefferson Parish at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any mem …
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¥ JEDCO JEDCO Executive Committee March 26, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 MINUTES Callto Order: = 8:30 a.m. Attended: Chairman Jim Martin, Billy Douglass, Paula Polito, Joe Riccobono, Stephen Robinson, Gene Sausse, Bob Stevens Absent: Mickal Adler, Josline Frank, Mike O’Connor, Mayra Pineda Staff: Jerry Bologna, Lacey Bordelon, Anthony Catalanotto, Annalisa Kelly, Scott Rojas, Kelsey Scram, Penny Weeks Attorney: None Guest: Rich Collins — The Times-Picayune/The Advocate Wana Ali — Global Professional Fellowship Program (Brunei) I. Call to Order — Chairman, Jim Martin e Approval of absences for today — March 26, 2026 — The Chairman announced that Josline Frank requested to have her absence from the February 26, 2026 meeting excused. Stephen Robinson motioned, seconded by Gene Sausse, to excuse Josline Frank from the February 26 meeting, and to excuse Mayar Pineda, Mike O’Connor, and Josline Frank from today’s meeting. The motion passed unanimously. e Approval of minutes for February 26, 2026 — Bob Stevens motioned, seconded by Billy Douglass, to approve the minutes. The motion passed unanimously. Il. Public Comments on Agenda Items There were no public comments. III. | Unfinished and New Business e Approval of JEDCO’s 2026 Strategic Operating Plan - Lacey Bordelon Ms. Bordelon provided a copy of the plan to each Executive Committee member. 700 Churchill Parkway ¢ Avondale, LA 70094 e Phone 504-875-3908 © w …
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Thu Feb 26, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO Board to consider 2025 Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire

The JEDCO Board of Commissioners will meet to review a resolution regarding the 2025 Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire. The meeting includes a presentation from the President & CEO of the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO Board of Commissioners February 26, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Conference Center 701-A Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 AGENDA I. Call to Order – Chairman Jim Martin • Pledge of Allegiance • Welcome guests • Approval of Board absences for today – February 26, 2026 • Approval of minutes for February 19, 2026 • Presentation – Jim Cook, President & CEO for New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center II. Public Comments on Agenda Items III. Unfinished and New Business • A resolution approving and adopting the 2025 Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire – Jennifer Wollfarth IV. Financial Report – Jennifer Wollfarth V. President and CEO Report – Jerry Bologna VI. Other Updates or Comments from the JEDCO Board of Commissioners VII. Adjournment In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO and Jefferson Parish shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO or Jefferson Parish at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice i …
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Thu Feb 26, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO board retreat to review 2026 strategic plan and incubator plans

The Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners will hold a retreat to discuss the proposed 2026 JEDCO Strategic Operating Plan, a new food and beverage incubator, and fundraising strategies. Public comments will be taken, but no formal decisions are scheduled.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • Fax 504-875-3923 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO Board Retreat February 26, 2026 @ *9:00 A.M. JEDCO Conference Center 701-A Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 (*or as soon as the JEDCO Board of Commissioners’ meeting adjourns) AGENDA I. Call to Order – Chairman Jim Martin II. Public Comments III. Presentations • Food & Beverage Incubator Plans – Scott Rojas • Introduction of JEDCO Development Manager and 2026 Fundraising Strategy – Annalisa Kelly and Bryson Senter • Proposed 2026 JEDCO Strategic Operating Plan – Management Team IV. Adjournment In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO and Jefferson Parish shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO or Jefferson Parish at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a designated caregiver of such a person to participate …
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Thu Feb 26, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: JEDCO approves 2025 Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire

The Board unanimously approved a resolution adopting the 2025 Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire. Members also reviewed financial reports for November and December and received a presentation on the proposed Omni New Orleans Hotel.

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¥ JEDCO JEDCO Board of Commissioners February 26, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Conference Center 701-A Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 MINUTES Call to Order: = 8:30 a.m. Attended: Chairman Jim Martin, Mickal Adler, Roxanne Arocha, Jimmy Baum, Billy Douglass, Joe Ewell, Mike O’Connor, Mayra Pineda, Paula Polito, Joe Riccobono, Stephen Robinson, Gene Sausse, Melisa Simeon, Lynda Nugent Smith, Bob Stevens, and Teri Tucker Absent: Darren Chifici, Josline Frank, Teresa Lawrence, Melissa O’Neal, and Shondra Williams Staff: Jerry Bologna, Lacey Bordelon, Annalisa Kelly, Scott Rojas, Kelsey Scram, Penny Weeks, Kate Wendel, and Jennifer Wollfarth Attorney: Reed Smith — Jefferson Parish Guest: James Hannan — New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center I. Call to Order — Chairman Jim Martin Approval of Board absences for today — February 26, 2026 — The Chairman announced that Josline Frank requested to have her absence from the February 19, 2026 meeting excused. Gene Sausse motioned, seconded by Jimmy Baum, to excuse Josline from the February 19 meeting, and to excuse Teresa Lawrence and Shondra Williams from today’s meeting. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of minutes for February 19, 2026 — Jimmy Baum motioned, seconded by Billy Douglass to approve the minutes. The motion passed unanimously. Presentation — James Hannan, Chief Strategy Officer for New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Mr. Hannan shared an overview of the proposed Omni New Orleans Hotel (1, …
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Thu Feb 19, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on $94.7M in bonds for three affordable senior housing projects

The JEDCO Executive Committee will consider three resolutions authorizing up to $94.7 million in revenue bonds for affordable senior housing developments in Marrero and Metairie. Each resolution includes a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes arrangement and lease agreements with private owners.

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✓ Decided: JEDCO approves three PILOT lease agreements for affordable senior housing

The Executive Committee unanimously approved three separate lease agreements and bond issuances for the acquisition and improvement of affordable senior housing developments in Marrero and Metairie. These agreements facilitate payment in lieu of tax (PILOT) arrangements for Tredway and its affiliates.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO Executive Committee February 19, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 AGENDA I. Call to Order – Chairman, Jim Martin • Pledge of Allegiance • Welcome guests • Approval of absences for today – February 19, 2026 • Approval of minutes for December 18, 2025 II. Public Comments on Agenda Items III. Unfinished and New Business • A resolution approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a “Lease Agreement and Agreement to Issue Bonds” and any and all additional documents and certificates deemed necessary in connection with the granting of a favorable payment in lieu of tax arrangement and the potential issuance of not exceeding $40,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of taxable and/or tax-exempt Revenue Bonds of the Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District for the acquisition and improvement of a 350-unit affordable senior housing development located in Marrero, Louisiana, which is to be owned by Wynhoven Owner LP, including its affiliates, in Jefferson Parish; and proving for other matters with respect to the foregoing – Lacey Bordelon • A resolution approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a “Lease Agreement and Agreement to Issue Bonds” and any and all additional documents and certificates deem …
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¥ JEDCO JEDCO Executive Committee February 19, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 MINUTES Callto Order: — 8:30 a.m. Attended: Vice Chairman Stephen Robinson, Mickal Adler, Billy Douglass, Mike O’Connor, Mayra Pineda, Joe Riccobono, Gene Sausse, Bob Stevens Absent: Josline Frank, Jim Martin, Paula Polito Staff: Jerry Bologna, Lacey Bordelon, Carlos Garcia, Annalisa Kelly, Lynnette O’Baugh, Kate Wendel Attorney: None Guest: Miles Granderson — Sherman Strategies Philip Sherman — Adams and Reese (Joined by phone) I. Call to Order — Vice Chairman, Stephen Robinson Approval of absences for today — February 19, 2026 — Billy Douglass motioned, seconded by Bob Stevens, to excuse Jim Martin and Paula Polito. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of minutes for December 18, 2025 — Mickal Adler motioned, seconded by Gene Sausse, to approve the minutes. The motion passed unanimously. IL. Public Comments on Agenda Items There were no public comments. Il. Unfinished and New Business Ms. Lacey Bordelon provided the following information for the three (3) resolutions to be considered: On October 30, 2025, JEDCO’s Executive Committee approved a preliminary approval resolution for the development of a lease agreement and agreement to issue 700 Churchill Parkway « Avondale, LA 70094 « Phone 504-875-3908 © www. jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. AEDO bonds with a payment i …
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Thu Feb 12, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee to review three lease agreements

The JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee will meet to review and discuss lease terms for three specific entities. The meeting includes a review of minutes from August 27, 2025.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale, LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • Fax 504-875-3923 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. JEDCO PILOT Advisory Committee JEDCO Administration Building 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094 February 12, 2026 @ 2:00 P.M. AGENDA I. Call to Order – Jerry Bologna • Roll Call • Welcome Guests II. Review and approval of minutes for August 27, 2025 III. Public Comments on Agenda Items IV. Unfinished and New Business • Review and discussion of Wynhoven Owner LP PILOT Lease and Lease Terms – Lacey Bordelon • Review and discussion of Metairie Manor Owner LP PILOT Lease and Lease Terms – Lacey Bordelon • Review and discussion of Metairie Manor III Owner LP PILOT Lease and Lease Terms – Lacey Bordelon V. Adjournment In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO and Jefferson Parish shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO or Jefferson Parish at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disabilit …
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Thu Jan 22, 2026

Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners

January 22, 2026 JEDCO Executive Committee meeting cancelled

The Jefferson Parish Economic Development and Port District Board of Commissioners announced the cancellation of the January 22, 2026 regularly scheduled JEDCO Executive Committee meeting. No rescheduled date was provided.

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700 Churchill Parkway • Avondale LA 70094 • Phone 504-875-3908 • www.jedco.org JEDCO is an internationally Accredited Economic Development Organization. Cancelled Meeting Notice JEDCO Executive Committee The January 22, 2026 regularly scheduled JEDCO Executive Committee meeting has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. In accordance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, as amended, JEDCO shall not discriminate against individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA Amendments Act, please submit your request to the ADA Coordinator of JEDCO at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance or as soon as practical. A seventy-two (72) hour advanced notice is required to request Certified ASL interpreters. JEDCO shall allow any member of the public with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a designated caregiver of such a person to participate in its meetings via teleconference or video conference as defined in R.S. 42:17.2 when a request for accommodation is made prior to the meeting. Questions and comments will be allowed during the “Public Comments” section of the agenda. Questions and comments may be emailed to the ADA Coordinator in advance of the meeting. ADA Coordinator/ JEDCO-Scott Rojas, 700 Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 7009 …
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