Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners public meetings in 2025

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect its 2026 leadership and receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 audit. Members will also consider payments for various dredging, expansion, and road improvement projects.

• Election of 2026 President, Vice-President, and Secretary-Treasurer
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Audit by Broussard, Poche’, L.L.P.
• Proposed Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Iberia Parish Government for road projects
• Consideration of AGMAC Phase 3 Barge Gate maintenance contract award
• Updates on road improvements for David J. Berard and C P Voorhies Rd

The Board elected Roy A. Pontiff as President, Danny J. David, Sr. as Vice-President, and Shane Walet as Secretary-Treasurer for 2026. The Commission approved a $1.65M dredging contract for the AGMAC Phase 3 project and a $1.9M change order for AGMAC Phase 1. Several other project payments and administrative bills were authorized.

• Elected Roy A. Pontiff (President), Danny J. David, Sr. (Vice-President), and Shane Walet (Secretary-Treasurer) for 2026
• Awarded AGMAC Phase 3 dredging and barge gate maintenance contract to Patriot Construction and Industrial, LLC for $1,656,622.00
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Five S Marine, LLC increasing contract by $1,921,987.28
• Authorized payment of $233,869.15 retainage to Merrick, LLC for West Yard Bulkhead Project
• Approved $282,084.87 payment to Onshore Materials, LLC for Millennium Expansion Phase III dredging
• Authorized reboring of two force main sewer lines at Turner Industries yard
• Ratified Board President to execute CEA with Abbeville Harbor & Terminal District
• Authorized Board President to execute agreement with Louisiana Water Company to lower a water line

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will review updates on multiple dredging and construction projects, including storm damage repairs, road improvements, and lease billings. The board will also discuss budget amendments, contract approvals, and litigation settlements related to port operations.

• Discuss budget amendment for FY 2025–2026
• Approve payment of bills and checks issued during interim period
• Consider approval of professional services agreement with G.E.C., Inc. for Road Improvements Project (David J. Berard Rd and C P Voorhies Rd)
• Discuss adopting resolution to award Building B Column Repairs Contract for POI West Yard
• Consider settlement agreement with Terrell River Services

The Board approved several infrastructure payments, including a contract for column repairs at the West Yard. They also authorized a budget amendment for tenant insurance reimbursement and approved a new lease agreement with Coastal Drilling.

• Awarded $94,665 contract to Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC for Building B column repairs (4-0)
• Approved FY 2025-2026 Budget Amendment adding $326,931.00 for Insurance General Tenant Reimbursement (4-0)
• Authorized Board President to execute lease agreement with Coastal Drilling for West Yard property (4-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with G.E.C., Inc. contingent upon legal approval (4-0)
• Authorized Bryce French, CBRE to submit application for LED Fast Sites (4-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to negotiate with Henry Bernard regarding South Lewis Street property (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Annual Renewal of Flood Premium for Chart Industries Building G (4-0)
• Approved multiple payments to GIS Engineering, LLC and Five S Marine, LLC for dredging and site projects (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia Board will discuss and potentially vote on several construction contracts, including awards for building repairs, demolition, and dredging projects. They will also consider resolutions for capital outlay applications and cooperative agreements for road improvements. The meeting includes updates on storm damage repairs and various engineering invoices.

• Discuss/consider adopting a resolution to award Building B column repairs contract
• Discuss/consider adopting a resolution of final acceptance for Cuzan Services, LLC (Unifab Road Warehouse & Site Improvements)
• Discuss/consider approval to award Superior Derrick Demolition contract
• Discuss/consider approval of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Iberia Parish Government for road repair, replacement, and improvements
• Discuss/consider entering into executive session to discuss Magnolia Dredge & Dock and Crosby Dredging litigation

The Board approved advertising for a $5.5M road project and authorized several capital outlay applications. They also accepted final project completions for the Unifab Road Warehouse and Building D repairs.

• Approved advertising for $5.5M CP Voorhies and David Berard road improvements (5-0)
• Authorized GEC, Inc. and GIS Engineering to submit 2026-2027 Capital Outlay Applications (5-0)
• Adopted final project acceptance for Cuzan Services, LLC (Unifab Road Warehouse) (5-0)
• Adopted final project acceptance for Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC (Building D Repairs) (5-0)
• Authorized GIS Engineering to proceed with Building F design contingent on lease execution (4-0)
• Awarded Superior Derrick Demolition contract to Five S Marine, LLC for $136,100 (5-0)
• Approved $49,043 change order for Five S Marine, LLC for bulkhead dredging (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 estimate for limestone at Armoda's parking lot (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia Board of Commissioners will consider adopting a resolution to award the Millennium Expansion Phase III dredging contract and a resolution certifying compliance with public bid law. Commissioners will also discuss multiple other dredging projects, including AGMAC Phase I and Phase II, and consider change orders, pay applications, and engineering invoices. The board will also consider a cooperative endeavor agreement with Iberia Parish for road repairs and may enter executive session on litigation.

• Discuss/consider adopting a resolution to award Millennium Expansion Phase III dredging contract
• Discuss/consider Change Order No. 3 for Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC (West Yard Buildings C & D)
• Discuss/consider Change Order No. 4 for Merrick, LLC (West Yard Bulkhead)
• Discuss/consider approval of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Iberia Parish for road repair, replacement, and improvements
• Discuss/consider entering executive session on Magnolia Dredge & Dock and Crosby Dredging litigation

The Board approved several high-value construction contracts and change orders for port expansion and dredging projects. They also awarded a $688,142 dredging contract to Onshore Materials, LLC and authorized various professional service payments.

• Awarded AGMAC Slip P2 Bankline Improvements contract to Broussard Brothers, Inc. for $1,935,460.00 (6-0)
• Awarded Millennium Expansion Phase III Dredging contract to Onshore Materials, LLC for $688,142.00 (6-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Merrick, LLC increasing contract by $114,145.00 (6-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC increasing contract by $108,160.83 (6-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Five S Marine, LLC increasing contract by $94,879.16 (6-0)
• Authorized hiring Joanna D. Durke for file purging at $22.00 per hour (6-0)
• Approved $68,214.96 payment to CBRE and a corresponding budget amendment (6-0)
• Authorized engaging CHG Group for professional architectural services (6-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia Board will discuss and consider several major infrastructure projects, including the Port Millennium Expansion Phase III, AGMAC Phase I and II dredging projects, and West Yard expansion. The board will also consider lease agreements with Redguard dba Armoda and authorize negotiations for a West Yard property lease, as well as a cooperative endeavor agreement for road repairs with the State of Louisiana.

• Discuss/Consider GIS Engineering, LLC July invoices for multiple projects totaling tens of thousands of dollars
• Discuss/Consider Change Order No. 4 for Merrick, LLC on West Yard Bulkhead Project
• Discuss/Consider Approval of Orion Industrial Construction, LLC Pay Application No. 15 for AGMAC Phase 2 Dredging
• Discuss/Consider Approval of Board President to Execute a Lease Agreement with Redguard dba Armoda for Lots 23-26 (0.827 acres)
• Discuss/Consider a Resolution Authorizing Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with State of Louisiana for Road Repair Project

The Board approved several payments for dredging projects and engineering services, including a $999,004.81 payment for the Freshwater Bayou project. The Commission also authorized a new lease for Redguard dba Armoda and a road repair agreement with the State of Louisiana.

• Approved $999,004.81 payment to Orion Industrial Construction, LLC for AGMAC Phase II dredging (6-0)
• Approved $253,758.56 payment to Five S Marine, LLC for AGMAC Channel Dredging Phase I (6-0)
• Approved $263,369.32 payment to GIS Engineering, LLC for AGMAC Phase 2 dredging (6-0)
• Approved renewal of GIS Engineering, LLC General Engineering & Consulting Agreement for FY 2025-2026 (6-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Redguard dba Armoda for Lots 23-26 (6-0)
• Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with State of Louisiana for road repair and improvements (6-0)
• Authorized engagement of Ottinger Hebert, L.L.C. for Crosby Dredging, LLC litigation (6-0)
• Approved settlement agreement with Terrell River Services (6-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially approve several construction contracts, including the Wilson Road Warehouse & Site Improvements project, and consider substantial completion for building repairs. The board will also review multiple dredging project updates, including the AGMAC Phase I and Phase II projects, and consider change orders and pay applications for contractors.

• Adopt a resolution to award the Wilson Road Warehouse & Site Improvements construction contract (Phase II of SPN H.015864)
• Discuss/consider granting substantial completion to Cuzan Services, LLC for Building C repairs and Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC for Building D repairs
• Discuss/consider Change Order No. 1 and Pay App No. 2 for Five S Marine, LLC (AGMAC Phase I dredging)
• Discuss/consider approval of Orion Industrial Construction, LLC Pay Application No. 14 and granting substantial completion (AGMAC Phase 2 dredging)
• Discuss/consider cancellation of Lexicon lease agreement and approval of new lease between Nabors Offshore and Port of Iberia for 16.307 acres

The Board awarded a $1,458,118.51 contract for the Wilson Road Warehouse and Site Improvements project. Other actions included approving multiple dredging and repair payments, granting substantial completion for two projects, and updating land lease agreements.

• Awarded $1,458,118.51 Wilson Road Warehouse contract to Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC (6-0)
• Approved $2,644,042.06 payment to Orion Industrial Construction, LLC for AGMAC Phase II dredging (6-0)
• Approved $221,762.95 payment to Five S Marine, LLC for AGMAC Channel Dredging (6-0)
• Approved $171,534.76 payment to Cuzan Services, LLC for Unifab Road improvements (6-0)
• Approved $162,799.36 payment to Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC for Building D repairs (6-0)
• Granted substantial completion to Cuzan Services, LLC and Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC (6-0)
• Authorized $467,000 upset limit contract with GIS Engineering for AGMAC Phase 3 Bypass Channel (6-0)
• Approved lease cancellation for Lexicon and new lease for Nabors Offshore effective August 1, 2025 (6-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will discuss and consider several pay applications and invoices for ongoing construction and dredging projects, including the Port Millennium Expansion Phase III, AGMAC Phase I and II dredging, and West Yard improvements. The board will also review a revised job description for the Maintenance Supervisor, consider declaring electronic devices as surplus property, and discuss a settlement agreement and new engagement for litigation. Updates from the port attorney and executive director are also on the agenda.

• Discuss/consider Cuzan Services, LLC Pay App No. 3 and Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC Pay App No. 3 for West Yard expansion
• Discuss/consider Five-S Pay App No. 1 for AGMAC Phase I bulkhead dredging
• Discuss/consider approval of Orion Industrial Construction, LLC Pay App No. 13 for AGMAC Phase 2 dredging
• Discuss/consider approval of Ace Industries, Inc. Pay App No. 2 for Offshore Energy Services site improvements
• Discuss/consider approval of engagement agreement with Ottinger Hebert, L.L.C. for Magnolia Dredge & Dock litigation

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port Board will discuss and consider the FY 2025-2026 budget and the FY 2024-2025 audit engagement based on Finance Committee recommendations. Multiple construction and dredging project updates, change orders, and pay applications will be reviewed, including for the Port Millennium Expansion Phase III and AGMAC dredging projects. The board will also consider hiring legal counsel for Magnolia Dredge & Dock litigation and discuss a lease with Gulf Coast Tactical, LLC.

• Discuss and consider FY 2025-2026 budget and FY 2024-2025 audit engagement
• Consider approval of Change Order No. 1 for Building C (Unifab Road) Improvements Project
• Consider approval of Change Order No. 2 for Building D Site Improvements
• Discuss/Consider hiring legal counsel related to Magnolia Dredge & Dock litigation
• Update on negotiations regarding a lease with Gulf Coast Tactical, LLC

The Board accepted the FY 2025-2026 budget and approved several high-value payments for dredging and site improvement projects. The Board also granted substantial completion to Merrick, LLC for the West Yard Bulkheads project and authorized outside legal counsel for litigation.

• Accepted FY 2025-2026 budget with a $90,000 legal counsel line-item (6-0)
• Approved FY 2024-2025 audit engagement with Broussard, Poche’, LLP not to exceed $40,000 (6-0)
• Approved $1,667,022 payment to Orion Industrial Construction, LLC for AGMAC Phase II dredging (6-0)
• Approved $2,492,800 change order for Orion Industrial Construction, LLC to extend dredge alignment (6-0)
• Granted substantial completion to Merrick, LLC for AGMAC West Yard Bulkheads project (6-0)
• Approved $902,239.08 payment to Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC for Building D repairs (6-0)
• Authorized hiring outside legal counsel for Magnolia Dredge & Dock litigation with $10,000 limit (6-0)
• Ratified renewal of Certificates of Deposit with JD Bank at 4.2% A.P.Y. (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board will discuss and consider adopting a resolution to incur debt and issue a Grant Anticipation Note, Series 2025. The board will also hear reports on insurance renewals, multiple dredging and site improvement projects, and consider various contractor pay applications and resolutions to advertise for public bids.

• Discuss/consider adopting a resolution for a Grant Anticipation Note, Series 2025 (Item 7a)
• Discuss/consider Cuzan Services, LLC Pay App No. 1 and Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC Pay App No. 1 for West Yard expansion (Item 11b)
• Discuss/consider approval to advertise for public bids for Tracts L & M Part 2 (Soil Treatment) (Item 12c)
• Discuss/consider approval to advertise for public bids for Freshwater Bayou Bypass Channel Barge Gates (Item 12d)
• Discuss/consider adopting a resolution to advertise for public bids for Offshore Energy Services Site Improvements (Item 12g)

The Board approved a resolution to incur $14.22 million in debt via a Grant Anticipation Note for landside infrastructure. The Commission also authorized several insurance renewals and approved multiple payments for dredging and site improvement projects.

• Approved $14.22M Grant Anticipation Note for landside infrastructure (6-0)
• Authorized May 2025 flood insurance premiums of $43,128.00 (6-0)
• Authorized May 12, 2025 annual insurance premiums not to exceed $297,250.00 (6-0)
• Approved $682,831.50 payment to Orion Industrial Construction for AGMAC Phase II dredging (5-0)
• Approved $260,615.45 payment to Frisco Industrial Contractors for West Yard Building D repairs (6-0)
• Approved $222,161.21 payment to Merrick, LLC for West Yard Bulkhead Project (6-0)
• Authorized advertising for public bids for Tracts L & M soil treatment and Freshwater Bayou Bypass Channel Barge Gates (5-0)
• Authorized execution of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Port of Iberia Economic Development Corporation (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will hear reports on 2025 annual insurance renewals, updates on multiple dredging and expansion projects (including Port Millennium Phase III and AGMAC dredging), and consider eviction proceedings against Sea Shell, Inc. The board will also discuss a budget amendment for a broker commission line item and authorizing lease negotiations with Gulf Coast Tactical, LLC.

• Discuss/consider eviction proceedings regarding Sea Shell, Inc.
• Discuss/consider authorizing Executive Director to negotiate a lease with Gulf Coast Tactical, LLC.
• Discuss/consider budget amendment to FY 24-25 budget to include broker commission line item.
• Report on 2025 annual insurance renewals (flood insurance, workers compensation).
• Discuss/consider multiple invoices for engineering and construction work on dredging and expansion projects.

The Board approved several high-value payments for dredging and site improvements, including a $3.1M contract for the AGMAC Phase I Commercial Canal project. Other actions included approving insurance renewals, authorizing a demand letter for an outstanding lease payment, and approving a lease agreement with LA Concrete.

• Awarded AGMAC Phase I – Commercial Canal Part 2 Dredging project to Five S Group, LLC for $3,129,810.00 (5-0)
• Approved $1,538,715.00 payment to Orion Industrial Construction, LLC for AGMAC Phase II dredging (5-0)
• Approved $308,195.77 payment to Merrick, LLC for West Yard Bulkhead Project (5-0)
• Approved $438,673.00 Change Order No. 1 for Frisco Industrial Contractors for limestone at E-Crane, pending LA DOTD approval (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Flood Insurance renewal for $48,404.00 and Workers Compensation renewal for $2,608.00 (5-0)
• Authorized Port Attorney to send a demand letter to Sea Shell, Inc. for outstanding lease payments (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with LA Concrete for Millennium Expansion Phase III Property, pending legal review (5-0)
• Approved $41,500.00 budget amendment and payment to CBRE, Inc. for broker commissions (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will meet to award a construction contract for the Unifab Road Warehouse and Site Improvements. The board will also discuss lease amendments and new lease agreements for specific tracts of land.

• Award of Unifab Road Warehouse and Site Improvements (Phase I of SPN H.015864) construction contract
• Amendment Number 1 to Cajun Industries Lease to include Tracts R & S
• Proposed lease agreement with Rigid Constructors for Tract J-1

The Board awarded a construction contract for the Unifab Road Warehouse and Site Improvements to Cuzan Services, LLC. Additionally, the Board approved a lease amendment for Cajun Industries and a new lease agreement with Rigid Constructors, LLC.

• Awarded $262,000 contract for Unifab Road Warehouse and Site Improvements (Phase I of SPN H.015864) to Cuzan Services, LLC, contingent on LA DOTD approval (6-0)
• Adopted resolution certifying compliance with Public Bid Laws for State Project No. H.015864 (321) (6-0)
• Approved Lease Amendment Number 1 for Cajun Industries to include Tract R (2.88 acres) and Tract S (10.92 acres) (6-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Rigid Constructors, LLC for Tract J-1 (8.339 acres) (6-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board will discuss and potentially approve several construction pay applications and invoices for ongoing projects, including the West Yard expansion, Millennium Phase III dredging, and AGMAC channel dredging. The board will also consider a lease agreement with Rigid Constructors for Tracts R, S, and J, and a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Port of Iberia Economic Development Corporation. Routine items include approving minutes, a budget summary, and tenant lease billings.

• Discuss/consider Modular Construction Company Pay App No. 3 for Building C Waterline Project
• Discuss/consider Merrick, LLC Pay App No. 7 for West Yard Bulkhead Project
• Discuss/consider Iberia Aggregates Pay App No. 2 for Millennium Expansion Phase III
• Discuss/consider Rigid Constructors lease agreement for Tracts R, S, and J
• Discuss/consider Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Port of Iberia Economic Development Corporation

The Board approved multiple payments for port expansion and dredging projects, including a $3.08M payment for the AGMAC Phase II project. Other actions included approving a cooperative agreement with the Port of Iberia Economic Development Corporation and various engineering invoices.

• Approved $3,079,681.50 payment to Orion Industrial Construction, LLC for AGMAC Phase II Freshwater Bayou dredging (5-0)
• Approved $686,579.25 payment to Merrick, LLC for West Yard Bulkhead Project (4-0)
• Approved $191,688.83 payment to Crosby Dredging, LLC for AGMAC Phase I Commercial Canal (4-1)
• Approved $87,000.00 contract amendment for GIS Engineering, LLC for AGMAC Slip P2 Bank Stabilization (5-0)
• Approved $16,500.00 to Iberia Aggregates & Construction Materials, LLC for limestone on McIlhenny Access Road (5-0)
• Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Port of Iberia Economic Development Corporation (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $24,975.00 payment to Modular Construction Co., Inc. for Building C Waterline Project (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Crosby Dredging, LLC resulting in a $151,094.89 credit (5-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a construction contract for West Yard Building D Repairs (Phase VII of SPN H.011928) and certify compliance with public bid law. They will also discuss and consider approval of a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Port of Iberia Economic Development Corporation.

• Adopt resolution to award West Yard Building D Repairs (Phase VII) construction contract
• Adopt resolution certifying public bid law compliance for West Yard Building D Repairs project
• Discuss/consider approval of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Port of Iberia Economic Development Corporation

The Board awarded a construction contract to Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC for West Yard Building D repairs. The Board also certified that the bidding process for this project complied with Louisiana Public Bid Law. A Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Port of Iberia Economic Development Corporation was discussed and will be considered at the February Board Meeting.

• Awarded West Yard Building D Repairs contract to Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC for $1,226,633.34 (4-0)
• Approved resolution certifying Public Bid Law compliance for West Yard Building D Repairs (4-0)

Port of Iberia District Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review budget amendments and project updates for several port expansions and dredging initiatives. Members will consider approving multiple invoices for engineering services and dredging contracts.

• Discussion of a budget amendment to the FY 2025–2026 budget
• Consideration of a resolution to advertise for public bids for Port Millennium Expansion Phase III
• Approval of Change Order No. 4 and Pay Application No. 17 for Crosby Dredging, LLC
• Review of a lease agreement with Cajun Industries, LLC for Tracts O, P, & Q (33.63 acres)
• Consideration of a contract with the Port of Iberia Economic Development Corporation

The Board approved a resolution to advertise for competitive bids for the Port Improvements Millennium Expansion Phase III Dredging project. Other actions included approving several engineering invoices, authorizing budget transfers for asbestos testing and a ceremony, and permitting the Executive Director to negotiate three separate leases.

• Adopted resolution to advertise for competitive bids for Millennium Expansion Phase III Dredging (5-0)
• Approved $153,353.96 change order for Crosby Dredging, LLC due to riprap stone (4-1)
• Authorized $2,849,632.35 payment to Orion Industrial Construction, LLC for AGMAC Phase II dredging (5-0)
• Approved budget transfer of $17,000 for asbestos testing at former Superior Derrick facility (5-0)
• Approved budget transfer of $12,500 for Cajun Industries Announcement Ceremony (5-0)
• Authorized Gesser Group, APC to send facility repair plans to FEMA with budget not to exceed $202,600 (5-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to negotiate leases for West Yard, Millennium Expansion Phase III, and Tracts F-1 and F-2 (5-0)
• Approved payment of multiple GIS Engineering, LLC invoices totaling $225,238.80 (5-0)