Lakefront Management Authority public meetings in 2021
12 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Lakefront Management Authority
The Lakefront Management Authority is meeting to approve equipment purchases, grant funding, and the 2022 officer elections. The board will also discuss public access for Parcel 3 and the lease of Parcel L.
- Purchase of a replacement Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Vehicle for $425,000.00 from Company Two Leasing, LLC
- Acceptance of LADOTD Grant H.014436 for $519,180.00 for Storm Water Master Plan Drainage Rehabilitation – Phase I (Design)
- Request for Proposals and Qualifications for the development and lease of Parcel L in the South Shore Harbor Marina
- Discussion of Master Plan for public access for Parcel 3 (formerly Pontchartrain Beach)
- Election of Officers for one-year terms starting January 1, 2022
The Board elected its 2022 leadership and approved the purchase of a refurbished aircraft rescue vehicle. The Authority also accepted a $519,180 drainage grant and authorized a request for proposals for the development of Parcel L at South Shore Harbor Marina.
- Elected Anthony Richard as Chair (Unanimous)
- Elected Esmond Carr as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
- Elected Thomas Fierke as Secretary (Unanimous)
- Approved $425,000 purchase of refurbished Oshkosh TI-1500 ARFF Truck (Unanimous)
- Accepted $519,180 LADOTD grant for Storm Water Master Plan Drainage Rehabilitation (Unanimous)
- Approved issuance of RFQ/P for development and lease of Parcel L at South Shore Harbor Marina (Unanimous)
- Approved 2022 Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)
- Recognized Madison Bonaventure as 2021 Employee of the Year (Unanimous)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Lakefront Management Authority will consider a motion to approve an agreement with Edward R. Drury for the use of property insurance proceeds to repair and rebuild the Boathouse on Orleans Marina Boathouse Sites N-6 and N-7. Additionally, the board will vote on rescinding a previous resolution that approved a lease of Suite 6504 in the Lake Vista Community Center with Muscular Therapy, LLC. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters related to anonymous complaints and potential litigation.
- Motion to approve agreement with Edward R. Drury for use of insurance proceeds to repair/rebuild Boathouse at Orleans Marina Sites N-6 and N-7
- Motion to rescind Resolution No.06-082621 approving lease of Suite 6504 in Lake Vista Community Center with Muscular Therapy, LLC
- Executive session on personnel matters regarding anonymous complaints and potential litigation
The Board approved an agreement allowing a tenant to use $235,000 in insurance proceeds to rebuild boathouses damaged by Hurricane Ida. Additionally, the Board rescinded a lease for a suite in the Lake Vista Community Center due to tenant inactivity.
- Approved agreement for Edward R. Drury to use $235,000 in insurance proceeds for boathouse repairs at Orleans Marina Sites N-6 and N-7 (Unanimous)
- Rescinded Resolution No. 06-082621 regarding the lease of Suite 6504 in Lake Vista Community Center to Muscular Therapy, LLC (Unanimous)
- Adopted October 28, 2021 meeting minutes (Carried)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Board will review several items regarding the New Orleans Lakefront Airport, including capital outlay requests and long-term improvement plans. The meeting includes decisions on construction quotes for sewerage pipelines and boat removal, as well as lease amendments.
- Approval of 2022-2023 Capital Outlay Requests
- Approval of the New Orleans Lakefront Airport Capital Improvement Plan for 2022-2027
- $82,390.00 quote from Command Construction, LLC for flightline sewerage pipeline replacement
- Lease amendment with Stummgirls, L.L.C. involving a $128,267.00 payment for an extended term
- $89,000.00 quote from Anders Construction, Inc. for removal of sunken boats from Hurricane Ida
The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a multi-million dollar state funding request for marina and park improvements. They also authorized contracts for airport sewer replacement, sunken boat removal, and FEMA disaster recovery management.
- Approved 2022-2023 Capital Outlay requests for 7 projects totaling $6.3M (Unanimous)
- Approved New Orleans Lakefront Airport Capital Improvement Plan 2022-2027 (Unanimous)
- Accepted LADOTD Grant for Taxiway B Rehabilitation Phase I Design (Unanimous)
- Approved $82,390 contract with Command Construction, LLC for airport sewer replacement (Unanimous)
- Approved lease extension for Stummgirls, L.L.C. for $128,267 (9-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved contract with Anders Construction, Inc. for $89,000 plus $20,000 allowance for sunken boat removal (9-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Crescent City Marine Group, Inc. request to replace underground storage tanks with above-ground tanks (Unanimous)
- Approved $200,000 contract with Del Sol Consulting, Inc. for FEMA disaster recovery management (Unanimous)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Board will discuss damage to LMA-managed assets caused by Hurricane Ida. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding floodgate closures near managed assets.
- Discussion of Hurricane Ida damage to LMA-managed assets
- Discussion regarding floodgate closures by Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – East
- Motion to approve insurance requirements for Crescent City Marine Group, Inc. lease
- Recognition of National Guard security efforts at South Shore Harbor Marina, Orleans Marina, and New Orleans Lakefront Airport
The Board approved a request allowing Crescent City Marine Group, Inc. to use insurance companies with a "B++" rating for Worker’s Compensation and Longshoreman and Harbor Workers coverage. The Board also passed a resolution recognizing the National Guard for security services following Hurricane Ida. Much of the meeting involved discussions regarding flood damage and valve issues at the New Orleans Lakefront Airport.
- Approved insurance rating exception for Crescent City Marine Group, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved resolution recognizing Arkansas and Kansas National Guard for security efforts (unanimous)
- Adopted August 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Board is reviewing several lease agreements for airport terminal suites, marina boathouses, and the Lake Vista Community Center. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments, hangar remediation contracts, and a roof replacement project.
- Settlement of $16,250.00 in owed rent and a new lease for Suite 121 with Messina Lakefront Airport, LLC
- Contract with Roofing Solutions, LLC not to exceed $407,448.00 for Lake Vista Community Center roof replacement
- Transfer of $125,000.00 from Unrestricted Capital Reserves for the Lake Vista Roof Replacement Project
- Lease of Boathouse Site N-22 with Lyndon J. Saia for an annual rental of $9,060.48
- Budget amendment to reduce ad valorem tax revenue from $1,995,000.00 to $1,809,000.00
The Board approved emergency spending and operational powers for the Chair and Executive Director during declared states of emergency. Other key actions included approving several airport and community center repair contracts and finalizing multiple commercial leases.
- Granted emergency powers to Chair and Executive Director during declared states of emergency (Unanimous)
- Approved $407,448 contract with Roofing Solutions, LLC for Lake Vista Community Center roof (Unanimous)
- Approved $160,656.38 mold remediation and $146,504.34 interior renovation contracts for National Guard Hangar with US Restoration, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved $16,250 rent settlement and new one-year lease for Suite 121 with Messina Lakefront Airport, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved 10-year lease with Crescent City Marine Group, Inc. for $150,125 annual rent (Unanimous)
- Approved $50,000 contribution from Lake Vista Property Owners’ Association for sidewalk rehabilitation (Unanimous)
- Approved 5-year lease with Muscular Therapy, LLC for Suite 6504 with a $25,380 rent credit (8-1)
- Approved resolution supporting inclusion of Lake Oaks and Lake Terrace building restrictions in City Zoning Ordinance (Unanimous)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Lakefront Management Authority will consider accepting a $148,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant for the New Orleans Lakefront Airport, along with several lease amendments and a settlement for marina damages. The meeting also includes a resolution honoring a pilot and routine approvals of minutes and reports.
- Motion to accept $148,000 ARPA grant for New Orleans Lakefront Airport
- Motion to accept proposal from Kutchins and Groh for aviation planning services
- Motion to amend lease with Flightline First, Inc. for parking construction
- Motion to approve lease amendment for Orleans Marina Boathouse Site N-14 with Frank Candies, Jr.
- Motion to approve settlement for property damages at South Shore Harbor Marina Covered Slip No. 12
The Board accepted a $148,000 ARPA grant for COVID-19 relief and hired Kutchins & Groh, LLC for aviation planning services. Several lease amendments for airport and marina properties were approved, and a settlement for property damages at South Shore Harbor Marina was authorized.
- Accepted $148,000 ARPA Grant (FAA Grant No. 36) (Unanimous)
- Approved Kutchins & Groh, LLC for Aviation Planning Services (Unanimous)
- Amended Flightline First, Inc. lease to relocate client parking (Unanimous)
- Added three 5-year renewal options to Orleans Marina Boathouse Site N-14 lease for $12,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved settlement agreement for damages at South Shore Harbor Marina Covered Slip No. 12 (Unanimous)
- Approved resolution of disputed claims and lease assignment for Orleans Marina Boathouse No. 18 (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution honoring Captain Paul Klein (Unanimous)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Lakefront Management Authority will consider 15 new business items, including approval of a $298,000 contract for McDermott Hangar roof repairs from Hurricane Zeta, two new leases in the Lake Vista Community Center, and amendments to legal service contracts. The board will also discuss personnel matters in executive session and vote on routine items such as the official journal and insurance policies.
- Motion to approve $298,000 contract with Roofing Solutions for McDermott Hangar Hurricane Zeta roof repairs
- Motion to approve lease with Lake Vista Pediatrics at 6517 Spanish Fort Blvd for $40,035/year (3-year term)
- Motion to approve lease with Nancy L. Decuers, APAC at 6509 Spanish Fort Blvd for $19,856.04/year (1-year term)
- Motion to amend legal service contracts: Gerard G. Metzger (not-to-exceed $165,000) and David Jefferson Dye (not-to-exceed $160,000)
- Motion to approve installation of a Little Free Library by Lake Terrace Property Owners Association in Boreas Park
The Board approved a $298,000 contract for hurricane damage repairs to the McDermott Hangar roof. It also renewed several legal, insurance, and real estate consulting contracts and approved two commercial leases at the Lake Vista Community Center.
- Approved $298,000 contract with Roofing Solutions, LLC for McDermott Hangar roof repairs (Unanimous)
- Renewed risk management contract with McGriff, Seibels & Williams, Inc. not to exceed $47,000 (Unanimous)
- Authorized procurement of 9 insurance policies including Airport Owner/Operator and Workers Compensation (Unanimous)
- Approved lease with Lake Vista Pediatrics for Suite 6517 at $40,035 annually (Unanimous)
- Approved lease with Nancy L. Decuers, APAC for Suite 6509 at $19,856.04 annually (Unanimous)
- Approved installation of a Little Free Library in Boreas Park by Lake Terrace Property Owners Association (Unanimous)
- Renewed FY2022 trash pick-up contracts with Employment Development Services, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved 1-year IDIQ contracts for 5 engineering firms not to exceed $75,000 each (Unanimous)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Board will consider several lease amendments and new rental agreements for the Orleans Marina and Lakefront Airport Terminal. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding potential leasing of the former Naval and Marine Reserve Facility.
- Potential leasing of the former Naval and Marine Reserve Facility in the 5000 block of Lakeshore Drive
- Approval of building standards and conceptual design for new boathouses on West Roadway
- $12,000.00 payment for three 5-year renewal options for Orleans Marina Boathouse Site W-9
- New lease with Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, PLLC for Suite 243 in the Airport Terminal
- Six-month contract extension with GOPARK, LLC for Harbor Management Services
The Board authorized a one-year exclusive negotiation agreement with LF4 Hospitality and Commercial Development, LLC for the former Naval and Marine Reserve Facility. Other actions included updating marina building standards and extending harbor management contracts. Several airport and marina leases were also approved or amended.
- Approved one-year site control agreement with LF4 Hospitality and Commercial Development, LLC for $20,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved updated Building Standards and conceptual designs for Orleans Marina boathouses (Unanimous)
- Approved lease amendment for Orleans Marina Boathouse Site W-9 with Edward L. Renton, Jr. for $12,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved one-year lease with Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, PLLC for Airport Terminal Suite 243 (Unanimous)
- Approved three-year contract extension with GOPARK, LLC for harbor management services at 1.5% of collected revenue (Unanimous)
- Adopted April 29, 2021 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Board will discuss several items regarding New Orleans Lakefront Airport operations, including hangar lease assignments and roof repairs. The meeting also includes decisions on marina boathouse standards and water service connections.
- Contract for National Guard Hangar roof repairs with Roof Technologies, Inc. for $249,500.00
- Contract with C.T. Traina, Inc. to connect water service to Shelter No. 4 for $28,997.00
- Lease assignment of Signature Flight Support, Bastian Mitchell, and James Wedell Hangars
- Building Standards for Boathouse sites in the Orleans Marina
- Location agreement with the Spears Group for a festival near Shelters No. 3 and No. 4
The Board approved a contract for the Runway 9-27 Decommissioning Project and a location agreement for the Fried Chicken Festival. Other actions included approving hangar lease assignments and roof repairs for the National Guard Hangar. The Board also supported nominating the airport for the National Register of Historic Places.
- Approved $777,099.27 contract with Hendrick Construction, Inc. for Runway 9-27 project (Unanimous)
- Approved location agreement with Festivals for Good for Fall 2021 festival (10-1)
- Approved $249,500 contract with Roof Technologies, Inc. for National Guard Hangar roof repairs (Unanimous)
- Approved $28,997 contract with C.T. Traina, Inc. for water service at Shelter No. 4 (Unanimous)
- Approved lease with Sky Transit, L.L.C. for Terminal Suites 105 and 106 (Unanimous)
- Approved merger and lease assignment from Encore FBO, LLC to Signature Flight Support, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved support for New Orleans Lakefront Airport's consideration for National Register of Historic Places (10-0)
- Deferred items regarding Messina Lakefront Airport, L.L.C. and boathouse building standards
Lakefront Management Authority
The Board will meet to vote on several engineering, cleaning, and aviation service contracts for the New Orleans Lakefront Airport. The agenda also includes decisions regarding marina timber repairs and a reduction in a hurricane debris removal contract.
- $28,400.00 engineering contract with Infinity Engineering for airport terminal generator
- $29,518.93 change order for Williams Hangar Sewerage Pipeline replacement
- $54,648.60 purchase of Bearcom/Motorola Emergency communications suite for ARFF department
- $32,075.00 aviation services contract with John-Wayne Air Calvary, LLC for NCAA Final Four
- Deductive amount of $250,097.30 to the Hurricane Ida Debris Removal and Disposal Contract
The Board unanimously adopted the General Operating and Capital Improvement Plan budgets for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. Several commercial leases were approved for the Lake Vista Community Center and New Orleans Lakefront Airport. The Board also authorized an insurance deductible payment and a mutual aid agreement with the State Fire Marshal.
- Approved FY 2021-2022 General Operating Budget ($8,434,192) and Capital Improvement Plan Budget ($13,177,618) (Unanimous)
- Approved revisions to Orleans Marina and South Shore Harbor Marina slip leases (Unanimous)
- Authorized $2,500 insurance deductible payment to Liberty Mutual for 2017 vessel grounding settlement (Unanimous)
- Authorized endorsement of $55,000 FEMA check to Crescent City Marine Group, Inc. for Hurricane Zeta repairs (Unanimous)
- Approved 2-year lease with Shotgun Design Group, LLC at Lake Vista Community Center for $18,309 annually (Unanimous)
- Approved 1-year lease with Courtney A. Enderle and Phillips J. Cusimano for Bird’s Nest Café at $26,333 annually (Unanimous)
- Approved 10-year lease with Sintes Boatworks, Inc. for $56,000 annually (Unanimous)
- Approved selection of 11 engineering firms for Lakefront Airport Master Services Agreement (11-1)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Lakefront Management Authority will consider accepting a $57,000 CRRSAA grant for the Lakefront Airport, renewing a lease with State Representative Candace Newell, and approving a debt-recovery agreement for overdue lease payments. The board will also recognize the outgoing president of the Lake Oaks Neighborhood Association.
- Motion to accept $57,000 CRRSAA grant (FAA Grant No. 34) for New Orleans Lakefront Airport
- Motion to approve one-year lease renewal with State of Louisiana – House District 99 for Suite 149
- Motion to approve Agency Participation Agreement with Office of Debt Recovery for collecting delinquent lease payments
- Recognition of Ann Duffy for her service as president of the Lake Oaks Neighborhood Association
The Board approved a $57,000 federal grant for airport payroll and supplies and entered an agreement with the Louisiana Department of Revenue to collect delinquent rents. They also renewed a one-year lease for State Representative Candace Newell's office.
- Accepted $57,000 CRRSAA Grant (FAA Grant No. 34) for airport payroll and cleaning supplies (Unanimous)
- Approved one-year lease renewal for Rep. Candace Newell (House District 99) for Suite 149 at $765.99 total monthly rental (Unanimous)
- Approved Agency Participation Agreement with the Office of Debt Recovery for delinquent rent collection (Unanimous)
- Passed resolution recognizing Ann Duffy for her service as President of the Lake Oaks Neighborhood Association (13-0-0)
- Adopted January 28, 2021 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Lakefront Management Authority
The Lakefront Management Authority board will consider several motions including a $60,120 contract for ramp repair, a $78,145 LaDOTD grant for perimeter fence improvements, a $102,242 emergency payment for mold remediation after Hurricane Zeta, and selection of an engineering firm for the Runway 9-27 decommissioning project. The board will also discuss hours of operation for Messina's at the Terminal and the Runway Café, and recognize Ricardo Gutierrez and the Employee of the Year.
- Motion to approve $60,120 contract with ROADWRXX for ramp repair near National Guard Hangar
- Motion to accept LaDOTD Grant H.013697 for $78,145 for Perimeter Fence-Access Control Improvements
- Motion to approve $102,242 emergency payment to Global Disaster Service for mold prevention after Hurricane Zeta roof damage
- Motion to select Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering for Runway 9-27 Decommissioning/Reclassification Project
- Discussion on hours of operation for Messina's at the Terminal and the Runway Café
The Board approved multiple contracts for airport maintenance and emergency repairs following Hurricane Zeta. It also selected a firm for the Runway 9-27 Decommissioning/Reclassification Project and accepted a state grant for perimeter fencing.
- Approved $60,120 contract with ROADWRXX, L.L.C. for National Guard Hangar ramp repair (Unanimous)
- Approved $102,242 payment to Global Disaster Service, L.L.C. for emergency mold prevention at National Guard Hangar (Unanimous)
- Accepted $78,145 LaDOTD Grant H.013697 for perimeter fence-access control improvements (Unanimous)
- Selected Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, P.L.L.C. for Runway 9-27 Decommissioning/Reclassification Project (Unanimous)
- Authorized endorsement of $24,584.34 FEMA check to Crescent City Marine Group, Inc. for damage repairs (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes of Nov 14, 2020 Nominating Committee and Dec 17, 2020 Board meetings (Unanimous)
- Recognized Ricardo Gutierrez and Tiffany Rachal (Employee of the Year) for their service (Unanimous)