Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners public meetings in 2023

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting, featuring the presentation of the FY 2022-2023 audit and the election of 2024 officers. The board will also discuss contract renewals, including Max Derbes, and receive updates on multiple infrastructure projects such as Chart Energy & Chemicals improvements, West Yard expansion, and AGMAC dredging projects.

• Election of 2024 officers (President, Vice-President, Secretary-Treasurer)
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2022-2023 audit by Broussard, Poche’, L.L.P.
• Discuss/consider Max Derbes contract renewal
• Update on Chart Energy & Chemicals improvements to Lots 77–82, 80A, and portion of Port of Iberia Public Dock
• Discuss/consider multiple GIS Engineering invoices for West Yard expansion, Millennium Phase III, and AGMAC dredging projects

The Board elected Patrick Broussard as President, Mark Dore’ as Vice-President, and Bilal Morton as Secretary-Treasurer for 2024. The Commission approved several construction and engineering payments, including a $919,469 contract for bankline stabilization. A lease agreement with Cimbar Performance Minerals was also authorized.

• Elected Patrick Broussard (President), Mark Dore’ (Vice-President), and Bilal Morton (Secretary-Treasurer) for 2024
• Awarded $919,469 contract to Rigid Constructors, LLC for AGMAC Slip C4 Bankline Stabilization
• Awarded $186,596 and $216,879 contracts to Broussard Brothers, Inc. for pipeline removals
• Authorized $625,800 contract with GIS Engineering, LLC for Offshore Energy Services Site Improvements
• Approved $383,159.70 payment to Crosby Dredging, LLC for AGMAC Channel Dredging
• Authorized Port Attorney to negotiate Hilcorp Reimbursement Agreement adjustment to $1,900,000.00
• Approved lease agreement with Cimbar Performance Minerals for former Excalibar Yard lots
• Authorized $10,000.00 release from Columbia Gulf Transmission, LLC

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will discuss and consider several contracts and invoices, including Max Derbes contract renewal, flood insurance for Building 9G, and multiple engineering invoices from GIS Engineering and Gesser Group. They will also receive updates on dredging projects (AGMAC Phase I and II, Port Millennium Expansion), lease agreements with E-Crane USA and Chart Industries, and a proposal for tracts F-1 & F-2. The board will consider adopting resolutions for state-funded port improvement projects and authorizing public bids for dredging.

• Discuss/Consider Max Derbes Contract Renewal
• Discuss/Consider Wright National Flood Insurance Company Invoice for Building 9G (Chart Industries)
• Discuss/Adopt Resolutions Authorizing Agreements with State of Louisiana DOTD for Port Improvement Projects (E-Crane Port Priority and OES Port Priority)
• Discuss/Consider Approval of Crosby Dredging, LLC Pay Application No. 3 (AGMAC Phase I Dredging)
• Update on Lease Agreement with E-Crane USA Regarding Former West Yard Aquadrill Yard (10.30 acres)

The Board authorized several payments for roof repairs, engineering services, and dredging projects. It also adopted resolutions to seek state reimbursement for warehouse and site improvements and approved advertising for bids on the AGMAC Phase II dredging project.

• Approved reimbursement agreements with LA DOTD for Unifab Road and Wilson Road improvements
• Authorized advertising for competitive bids for AGMAC Phase II Freshwater Bayou dredging
• Authorized $283,798.86 payment to Kinetica Energy Express, LLC for pipeline lowering
• Approved $98,514.76 payment to Crosby Dredging, LLC for AGMAC Channel Dredging Phase I
• Authorized $53,250.00 and $44,395.00 payments to Modular Construction Co., Inc. for roof repairs
• Approved $14,000.00 payment to Civil and Structural Engineers, Inc. for Seadrill storage rack design
• Authorized Board President to execute agreements with Vermilion Corporation for spoil disposal and pipeline removal
• Approved $3,200.00 application fee for Foreign Trade Zone request

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a change order for the AGMAC Channel Dredging Phase I project. The meeting also includes discussions regarding designated areas for bucket dredging and updates on pipeline relocations involving Boardwalk and Energy Transfer.

• Approval of Change Order No. 2 for AGMAC Channel Dredging Phase I – Commercial Canal
• Discussion of designated areas for bucket dredging
• Update on pipeline relocations for Boardwalk and Energy Transfer

The Board approved a change order for the AGMAC Channel Dredging Phase I project and designated specific tracts for bucket dredging. No action was taken regarding pipeline relocations.

• Approved Change Order No. 2 for $184,816.50 for AGMAC Channel Dredging Phase I (4-0)
• Approved Tracts L & M (25 acres) as designated areas for bucket dredging by Crosby Dredging (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review budget summaries, utility breakdowns, and various repair status reports. The meeting includes discussions on potential lease agreements for several tracts and updates on multiple dredging and expansion projects.

• Consideration of lease agreements for E-Crane USA (10.30 acres) and Chart Industries (10.52 acres)
• Review of GIS Engineering, LLC invoices for various West Yard and Millennium Expansion projects
• Status reports on Hurricane Laura and Delta storm facility repairs
• Discussion regarding the renewal of Max Derbes contract
• Update on improvements to Lots 77—82, 80A, and the Public Dock

The Board authorized a $711,400 contract for the West Yard Bulkhead Project and approved several lease agreements for port tracts. They also approved numerous invoices for electrical work, dredging services, and parking installation. A resolution was passed to advertise for bids for the Slip C4 Bankline Stabilization Project.

• Approved $711,400 contract with GIS Engineering for West Yard Bulkhead Project (4-0)
• Approved resolution to advertise for bids for Slip C4 Bankline Stabilization Project (4-0)
• Authorized lease agreements for E-Crane USA, Chart Energy & Chemicals, and Prairie Contractors (4-0)
• Approved $152,000 payment to Iberia Aggregates for 106 parking slots at Chart Plant 2 (4-0)
• Approved $95,360 quote for exhaust fan installation at Chart Industries Plant 2 (4-0)
• Authorized $23,660 change order for exhaust fan relocation at Chart Bldg. 9D (4-0)
• Approved $17,682.16 payment to Entergy for metering installation at Chart Plant 2 (4-0)
• Authorized Right-of-Way with Vermilion Corporation for AGMAC Phase II dredging (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a special session to discuss Crosby Dredging, LLC items. The agenda includes reviewing a change order and a payment application related to the company.

• Ratification of Executive Director’s Employment Agreement
• Crosby Dredging, LLC. Change Order No. 1
• Crosby Dredging, LLC. Payment Application No 2

The Board ratified the Executive Director's employment agreement effective September 19, 2023, through September 20, 2026. Additionally, the Board approved a contract change order and a payment for dredging work on the AGMAC Channel.

• Ratified Executive Director's Employment Agreement at Step H (5-0)
• Approved Crosby Dredging, LLC Change Order No. 1 for $83,448.50 (5-0)
• Approved Crosby Dredging, LLC Pay Application No. 2 for $83,448.50 (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia Board will discuss and consider several operational and financial items, including a budget amendment, contract renewals, and a resolution to sponsor a subzone application for Global Riser U.S., LLC. The board will also receive updates on various port projects and consider authorizing a lease for Tract 'J' with Rigid Constructors. Public comment will be heard.

• Discuss/Consider Max Derbes Contract Renewal and Brokerage Contract
• Discuss/Consider Budget Amendment
• Discuss/Consider Approving a Resolution to Sponsor a Subzone Application for Global Riser U.S., LLC
• Discuss/Consider Authorizing Board President to Execute Lease with Rigid Constructors Regarding Tract 'J' (13.534 acres)
• Discuss/Consider Quotes to Remove Sunken Boat in Slip 11

The Board authorized the sponsorship of a Foreign Trade Zone subzone application for Global Riser U.S., LLC. The Commission also approved several dredging and engineering contracts and authorized budget amendments for broker commissions and engineering services.

• Approved subzone application sponsorship for Global Riser U.S., LLC
• Authorized $20,000 contract with Rigid Constructors, LLC to remove sunken boat in Slip 11
• Approved $87,480 payment to Max J. Derbes, Inc. for Global Riser US work
• Added $88,000 to Broker Commission and $50,000 for Engineering Services in 2023-2024 budget
• Approved $152,000 contract with Iberia Aggregates for 106 parking slots at Chart Plant 2
• Authorized $741,340.08 payment to Crosby Dredging, LLC for AGMAC Channel Dredging Phase I
• Approved $141,300 and $349,600 engineering contracts with GIS Engineering, LLC for bankline stabilization
• Authorized lease agreement with Rigid Constructors for Tract J (13.534 acres)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss authorizing the Board President to execute a lease agreement with Offshore Energy Services for Tract H. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the renewal of five Certificates of Deposit held with JD Bank.

• Lease agreement between Offshore Energy Services and Port of Iberia for Tract H
• Renewal of 5 Certificates of Deposits with JD Bank

The Board authorized the Board President to execute a lease agreement with Offshore Energy Services, Inc. for Tract H. Additionally, the Board ratified the renewal of five Certificates of Deposit with JD Bank.

• Approved lease agreement with Offshore Energy Services, Inc. for Tract H at 3705 Earl B. Wilson Road (4-0)
• Approved renewal of five CDs with JD Bank for 10 months at 4.5% APY for Bayou Holdco, Freeport McMoRan, Noble Drilling, Turner Industries, and Aquadrill US Gulf, LLC (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure updates, including dredging projects and repairs for Chart Industries. The meeting includes discussions on contract amendments with GIS Engineering, LLC and various utility and lease reports.

• Review of GIS Engineering, LLC Contract Amendment No. 1 for East & West Yard expansion
• Discussion of GIS Engineering, LLC July invoices for West Yard and Millennium Expansion projects
• Update on improvements to Lots 77–82, 80A, and the Public Dock by Chart Energy & Chemicals
• Status reports on various small repair projects including electrical lines and roof repairs
• Discussion of a temporary workspace agreement with Columbia Gulf Pipeline

The Board approved a three-year employment contract for Executive Director Craig Romero and authorized a lease agreement with E-Crane International USA. Several payments for dredging, engineering, and facility repairs were approved. The Board also passed resolutions to apply for state matching funds for two port improvement projects.

• Approved 3-year employment contract for Executive Director Craig Romero at $161,540.46 (5-0)
• Authorized lease agreement with E-Crane International USA effective Sept 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $370,220.00 payment to SLEMCO for AGMAC Phase II Dredging Project (5-0)
• Approved $137,830.50 payment to GIS Engineering, LLC for AGMAC Phase 2 dredging (5-0)
• Approved $46,250.00 payment to Modular Construction Co., Inc. for exhaust fans (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions to apply for state funds for E-Crane and Offshore Energy Services facilities (5-0)
• Authorized land survey of Mosing Venture Property at 3500 Segura Road (5-0)
• Approved $9,717.00 payment to Modular Construction Co., Inc. for sewer building repairs (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review budget summaries, utility breakdowns, and the Executive Director's employment agreement. The meeting includes status reports on multiple repair projects and the consideration of several dredging and expansion contracts.

• Discussion of the Executive Director’s employment agreement ending September 19, 2023
• Consideration of the Crosby Dredge Contract for the AGMAC Phase I Dredging Project
• Proposed lease negotiations with E-Crane USA and Chart for Former Central Gulf Yard tracts
• Review of the Port Millennium Expansion Phase III Project site excavations and dredging
• Potential cancellation of the lease with Aquadrill US Gulf, LLC

The Board approved several project payments and contract amendments, including a significant increase for construction management of the AGMAC Phase I project. The Board also authorized lease negotiations for former Central Gulf Yard tracts and approved a $814,785 reimbursement for AGMAC Phase II dredging.

• Approved GIS Engineering Contract Amendment No. 8 for $1,700,310.00 (4-0)
• Approved $814,785.00 reimbursement to SLEMCO for AGMAC Phase II Dredging (4-0)
• Authorized lease negotiations with E-Crane USA for 4.52 acres and Chart Energy & Chemicals for 6 acres (4-0)
• Approved $38,866.00 for fencing at Maintenance Equipment Storage Building (4-0)
• Authorized Board President to execute lease cancellation with Aquadrill US Gulf, LLC for 10.30 acres (4-0)
• Approved $50,000.00 increase to GIS Engineering General Consulting contract (4-0)
• Approved $16,812.96 for load cell system installation at Seadrill Facility (4-0)
• Authorized Bryce French and Max Derbes to prepare a non-binding proposal for up to 100 acres (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve a settlement agreement with Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company. The board will also consider opening a new account at First Horizon to receive funds from a performance bond for the AGMAC Phase I Project. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, prayer, and adjournment.

• Discuss/consider approving settlement agreement with Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
• Discuss/consider opening a new account at First Horizon for receipt of funds from Performance Bond No. PB12142800827 for AGMAC Phase I Project

The Board approved a settlement agreement with Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company. Additionally, the Board authorized the opening of a new First Horizon account to receive performance bond funds for the AGMAC Phase I Project.

• Approved settlement agreement with Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company (4-0)
• Authorized opening of First Horizon account for Performance Bond No. PB12142800827 (4-0)
• Authorized transfer of $500.00 from Capital Account to new First Horizon account (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia Board will consider approving payment for the Mosling Venture property (117.36 acres) at 3500 Segura Road, discuss a budget amendment to add a Foreign Trade Zone line item, and review numerous repair projects and contract proposals. The board will also receive updates on dredging projects, lease negotiations, and a scholarship program from SLCC.

• Discuss/consider approval of payment for Mosling Venture Property (117.36 acres) at 3500 Segura Road
• Discuss/consider budget amendment to add Foreign Trade Zone line item
• Discuss/consider approval of Change Order No. 3 and Final Acceptance Resolution for West Yard Building B repairs
• Update on negotiations for new lease agreements with Diamond B Industries and Prairie Contractors
• Discuss/consider request from RAM Design for Lots 7-8 and 15-16

The Board authorized the purchase of the Mosing Venture Property for up to $6.9 million. They approved multiple maintenance contracts for the Seadrill and Chart Industries facilities and accepted a 10-year lease with Diamond B Industries. The Board also finalized project acceptance for Building B additional repairs in the West Yard.

• Approved purchase of Mosing Venture Property (117.36 acres) for up to $6.9M (4-0)
• Approved 10-year lease with Diamond B Industries for Lots 27, 28, and 29 (4-0)
• Approved $146,895 for roof and fan repairs at Chart Industries Plant 2 (4-0)
• Approved $265,555 for new covered parking area at Seadrill facility (4-0)
• Approved $87,250 for limestone and drainage repairs at Seadrill facility (4-0)
• Approved $71,582 for carport modifications at Seadrill facility (4-0)
• Adopted Final Project Acceptance Resolution for West Yard Building B repairs (4-0)
• Authorized $1,500 budget amendment for Foreign Trade Zone line item (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and consider a quote regarding the disposal of modules on Millennium Expansion III.

• Consideration of quote for disposal of modules on Millennium Expansion III

The Board of Commissioners approved a quote from 4 Ace Logistics, LLC to dispose of buoyance modules at the Millennium Expansion Phase III site. The expenditure is capped at $25,000.00.

• Approved quote from 4 Ace Logistics, LLC for disposal of 12 loads of buoyance modules not to exceed $25,000.00 (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss two resolutions regarding the Mosing Ventures Property. These items involve authorizing the Board President to execute a purchase agreement and a lease agreement for 117.36 acres.

• Resolution to authorize purchase agreement for 117.36 acres (Mosing Ventures Property)
• Resolution to authorize lease agreement for 117.36 acres (Mosing Ventures Property)

The Board authorized the purchase of 117.36 acres from Mosing Ventures, LLC and a subsequent lease of the land to Vestrel Group. Additionally, the Board approved a reimbursement agreement with the LA DOTD for the property acquisition.

• Approved purchase of 117.36 acres from Mosing Ventures, LLC for $6,900,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement between Port of Iberia District and Vestrel Group for the 117.36 acres (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement agreement with LA DOTD regarding Mosing property acquisition (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The board will discuss and consider the FY 2023-2024 budget and audit engagement. Updates will be given on the Port Millennium Expansion Phase III and AGMAC dredging projects. Negotiations for new leases and the purchase of 117.36 acres are also on the agenda. Several repair and maintenance projects at port facilities will be considered.

• Discuss and consider FY 2023-2024 budget and FY 2022-2023 audit engagement
• Update on Port Millennium Expansion Phase III site excavations and dredging
• Update on AGMAC Phase 1 and Phase 2 dredging projects in Commercial Canal and Freshwater Bayou
• Discuss/consider approval of Entergy right-of-way for Patriot Construction & Industrial
• Update on negotiations for new lease agreements with Diamond B Industries and Prairie Contractors, and purchase of 117.36 acres

The Board approved the FY 2023-2024 budget with a salary adjustment for the Secretary/Bookkeeper. Commissioners authorized multiple payments for dredging projects, facility repairs, and the retention of an auditing firm. The Board also initiated the legal process to remove a sunken vessel from the marina.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 Budget with Secretary/Bookkeeper salary changed to $43,535.00 (4-0)
• Authorized Port Attorney to begin public process for removing sunken vessel in boat slip 11 (4-0)
• Retained Broussard, Poche’, L.L.P. for FY 2022-2023 audit for fee not to exceed $37,900.00 (4-0)
• Approved $117,064.55 payment to GIS Engineering for AGMAC Phase I dredging (4-0)
• Approved $87,569.50 payment to GIS Engineering for AGMAC Phase 2 dredging (4-0)
• Approved $45,840.00 for limestone installation at Maintenance Equipment Storage Building (4-0)
• Approved $38,866.00 for chain-link fencing at Maintenance Equipment Storage Building (4-0)
• Approved $13,617.11 payment to Dixie Electric for boring electrical lines at Chart Energy Plant 2 (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board approved several insurance renewals and a resolution certifying compliance with the 2022 Municipal Water Pollution Prevention Environmental Audit. Multiple payments were authorized for dredging projects, facility repairs, and engineering services.

• Approved 2023 Annual Premium for various insurance renewals in the amount of $326,305.00 (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Annual Renewal of Flood Premiums for Logan Industries and former Sheriff Office (5-0)
• Adopted resolution certifying compliance with the 2022 Municipal Water Pollution Prevention Environmental Audit (5-0)
• Approved $214,027.00 payment to GIS Engineering, LLC for AGMAC Phase I Channel Dredging (5-0)
• Approved $84,548.65 payment to GIS Engineering, LLC for AGMAC Phase 2 Channel Dredging (5-0)
• Approved $45,755.00 payment to SLEMCO for AGMAC Phase II pipeline relocation (5-0)
• Approved $30,728.00 payment to Modular Construction Co, Inc. for Equipment Storage Facility (5-0)
• Approved $15,162.95 proposal from Ace Industries, Inc. for crane load cell system installation (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and consider a contract with Magnolia Dredge & Dock, LLC. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Discuss/consider contract with Magnolia Dredge & Dock, LLC (no dollar amount specified)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board voted to terminate the contract with Magnolia Dredge & Dock, LLC for the AGMAC Phase I Dredging – Commercial Canal project. The Port Attorney was authorized to notify Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company to complete the project work.

• Terminated contract with Magnolia Dredge & Dock, LLC for AGMAC Phase I Dredging – Commercial Canal (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a special session to discuss and consider the acquisition of property from Mosing Venture, LLC. The property consists of 117.36 acres located at 3500 Segura Road.

• Purchase of 117.36 acres at 3500 Segura Road from Mosing Venture, LLC

The Board authorized the purchase of 117.36 acres from Mosing Venture, LLC located at 3500 Segura Road. The Board President was authorized to execute the Purchase Agreement and approve a $100,000.00 escrow payment.

• Approved purchase of 117.36 acres at 3500 Segura Road from Mosing Venture, LLC (4-0)
• Authorized $100,000.00 escrow payment for the property purchase (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure updates, including the Port Millennium Expansion and AGMAC dredging projects. The meeting includes discussions on insurance renewals, budget amendments for equipment rental, and updates on various property negotiations.

• Budget amendment to add a line item for equipment rental
• Update on 117.36 acres purchase at the Port of Iberia (Mosing Group Property)
• Approval of Change Order No. 4 for Port Millennium Expansion Phase II
• Review of 2023 Annual Insurance Renewals for flood and workers compensation
• Status reports on Hurricane Laura and Delta storm damage repairs

The Board approved an application to become a new Foreign Trade Zone Grantee and hired FTZ, LLC for professional services. The Commission also authorized several insurance renewals and payments for dredging, site improvements, and equipment rentals.

• Authorized application for new Foreign Trade Zone Grantee (4-0)
• Engaged FTZ, LLC for Foreign Trade Zone application services, not to exceed $13,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved $50,000.00 budget amendment for equipment rental (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Flood Insurance premium of $70,724.00 and Workers Compensation premium of $3,308.00 (4-0)
• Approved $159,663.02 payment to Magnolia Dredge & Dock, LLC for AGMAC Channel Dredging Phase I (4-0)
• Approved $162,430.49 retainage payment to Rigid Constructors, LLC for Port Millennium Expansion Phase II (4-0)
• Approved $35,027.10 payment to Modular Construction Co, Inc. for Equipment Storage Facility (4-0)
• Authorized GIS Engineering, LLC contract amendments for AGMAC projects totaling $229,738.25 (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss or consider construction services for improvements on a 15.140-acre area known as Tract H. The agenda is limited to this single discussion item.

• Discussion/consideration of Crosby Construction Services, Inc. improvements on Tract H (15.140 acres)

The Board of Commissioners authorized a payment for improvements made to Tract H at the Port of Iberia. The decision was based on a letter dated December 12, 2022, from Reich, Album & Plunkett, LLC.

• Approved $190,000.00 payment to Crosby Construction Services, Inc. for improvements on Tract H (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review budget summaries, utility breakdowns, and tenant lease billings. The meeting includes several status reports on repairs for hurricane damage and various dredging and expansion projects.

• FTZ, LLC contract discussion regarding Foreign Trade Zone
• Status reports on small repair projects including electrical lines and HVAC replacement
• Hurricane Laura and Delta storm damage repairs and FEMA application status
• Port Millennium Expansion Phase III site excavations and dredging updates
• Update on the purchase of 117.36 acres at the Port of Iberia

The Board approved multiple payments for dredging projects, including $106,771.29 to Magnolia Dredge & Dock, LLC and over $290,000 to GIS Engineering, LLC. Commissioners also authorized various facility repairs and the rental of a bulldozer for the Bernard Property. A contract with FTZ, LLC regarding a Foreign Trade Zone was referred to the Policies & Procedures Committee.

• Approved $106,771.29 payment to Magnolia Dredge & Dock, LLC for AGMAC Channel Dredging (4-0)
• Approved $219,079.85, $73,645.35, $5,809.13, and $2,535.00 payments to GIS Engineering, LLC (4-0)
• Authorized soliciting bids from three local contractors for Hurricane Laura repairs, budget not to exceed $202,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved $1,300.00 per day rental of a bulldozer for the Bernard Property (4-0)
• Approved $8,900.00 for HVAC replacement at former Central Gulf Bldg. 8-A (4-0)
• Approved $12,700.00 in total payments to Doerle’s Heating & Cooling for Logan Industries Bldg. 15-B (4-0)
• Approved $21,102.75 payment to Modular Construction Co., Inc for Equipment Storage Facility (4-0)
• Tabled FTZ, LLC Foreign Trade Zone contract to the Policies & Procedures Committee (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and consider several actions. Key items include authorizing Max J. Derbes, Inc. to submit a letter of intent to purchase 117.36 acres, and negotiating a lease with Prospect for the same property. The board will also consider a resolution for GIS Engineering to apply for a state port improvement grant, authorizing a lease with Patriot Construction at POI West Yard, and approving Entergy right-of-ways.

• Authorize Max J. Derbes, Inc. to submit letter of intent to purchase 117.36 acres at Port of Iberia
• Adopt resolution authorizing GIS Engineering, LLC to apply for Louisiana Port Construction & Development Priority Program grant
• Authorize Max J. Derbes, Inc. and Executive Director to negotiate a lease with Prospect for the 117.36 acres
• Authorize Executive Director to negotiate a lease with Patriot Construction for property at POI West Yard
• Approval of Entergy right-of-ways

The Board approved the submission of a letter of intent to purchase 117.36 acres and authorized a grant application for port improvements. Additionally, the Board approved negotiations for two separate lease agreements and a right-of-way agreement for Entergy.

• Authorized Max J. Derbes, Inc. to submit Letter of Intent to Mosing Group, LLC to purchase 117.36 acres at 3500 Segura Road (6-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing GIS Engineering, LLC to apply to the Louisiana Port Construction & Development Priority Program for port improvement project funds (6-0)
• Authorized Max J. Derbes, Inc. and Executive Director to negotiate a lease with Vestrel Group or related assigns for 117.38 acres at 3500 Segura Road (6-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to negotiate a lease with Patriot Construction & Industrial, LLC for Buildings E and F at the Port of Iberia West Yard (6-0)
• Authorized Board President to execute Entergy Right-of-Way Agreement for Chart Industries at Plant 2, 5315 Cornelius P. Voorhies Road (6-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Audit and discuss several small repair projects. The meeting includes updates on dredging, expansion projects, and lease negotiations.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Audit by John Istre
• Update on improvements to Lots 77–82, 80A, and the Public Dock
• Status reports on small repair projects including electrical lines, overhead doors, and HVAC units
• Updates on Louisiana Port Construction & Development Priority Program expansion
• Discussion of lease negotiations for Diamond B Industries and Prairie Contractors

The Board approved several budget line-item increases for interest income, legal counsel, and port improvements. They also authorized the hiring of a Maintenance Supervisor and promoted two administrative staff members. Multiple payments for dredging, engineering, and facility repairs were approved.

• Increased Interest Income budget by $700,000 to $800,000 (6-0)
• Increased Legal Counsel budget by $15,000 to $55,000 (6-0)
• Increased Port Improvements & Development budget by $82,295 to $132,295 (6-0)
• Hired Joey Delahoussaye as Maintenance Supervisor at $50,000 salary (6-0)
• Promoted Tracy Boudreaux to Chief Administrative Officer (5-1)
• Promoted Shari Landry to Secretary/Bookkeeper (5-1)
• Approved $309,796.77 payment to Magnolia Dredge & Dock, LLC (4-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to negotiate new leases with Diamond B Industries and Prairie Contractors (4-0)