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Tue Dec 16, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana approves multiple airport and infrastructure projects
The Commission approved several substantial completion certificates for airport projects and authorized a contract amendment for the Globalplex access road. The board also ratified vendor payments and approved the 2026 meeting schedule.
- Approved 2026 Regular Commission Meeting dates (9-0)
- Authorized payment of internal investigation invoice BSW 8282-56 (9-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 3 for NY Associates Globalplex Access Road to Building 71 (9-0)
- Executed substantial completion for Globalplex Second Dock Access Bridge (9-0)
- Approved Geotechnical Services contract with Terracon for Terminal Building Aircraft Tarmac (9-0)
- Executed substantial completion for Taxiway Signage Airport Project (9-0)
- Executed substantial completion for Airport Parking Lot Expansion (9-0)
- Executed substantial completion for Airport Drainage Project (APS Ditch) (9-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr, Bazile, Mr. Duhé, Mr. Burks, Mr, Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr, Joseph, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
ITEM 3, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Bazile led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4, APPROVAL OF MINUTES —- NOVEMBER 18, 2025
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Joseph and seconded by Commissioner Dumas that the
Minutes from the Regular Commission Meeting held on November 18, 2025, a copy which is
attached as Exhibit 4, be hereby approved. The Motion was called to a vote, which was as
follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhé, Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr.
Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT None
ITEM 5, FINANCIAL REPORT
A Motion was offered by Commissioner LeBlanc and seconded by Commissioner Bazile that the
payment of invoices submitted as Vendor Check Register Report 10/1/2025-10/3 1/2025 attached
hereto as Exhibit 5 be and the same is hereby ratified and approved. After discussion, the Motion
was called to a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhé, Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr.
Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT None
ITEM 6, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Interim Executive Direct …
Mon Dec 15, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana selects Julia Fisher Cormier as Executive Director
The Commission extended a conditional offer of employment to Julia Fisher Cormier for the position of Executive Director. The offer is subject to background checks, reference checks, and the verification of her right to work in the United States.
- Approved conditional offer of employment to Julia Fisher Cormier as Executive Director (8-0)
- Authorized Chairman, Vice Chairman, Shey-Harding, and Legal Counsel to negotiate employment agreement terms (8-0)
- Entered Executive Session to discuss applicant competence (8-0)
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT MARRIOTT LAKEWAY CENTER, METAIRIE, LOUISIANA
ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2025
I 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 8:27 a.m.
(Traffic Delay)
ITEM 2-ROLL CA
Present: Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mr, Bazile, Mr. Duhe,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr. Murray
Absent: Mr. LeBlanc
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Hebert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITE UBLIC COMMENT:
No public comments.
ITEM 5. NEW BUSINESS
A. INTRODUCTION OF APPLICANTS FOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Susan Dvonch with Shey-Harding informed the Commissioners that there were five
(5) applicants that they would be interviewing.
B. PURSUANT TO LA. R.S. 42:17(A)(1) THE COMMISSION SHALL ENTER EXECUTIVE
SESSION TO DISCUSS THE CHARACTER AND PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OF
THE APPLICANTS
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Joseph and seconded by Commissioner
Scontrino to enter Executive Session at 8:27 a.m. Invitees: Sue Dvonch, Attorney
Richard Passler, Vickie Clark and Patti Crockett. .
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph,
Mr. Murray, Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhé, Mrs. Hebert
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. LeBlanc
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Joseph and seconded by Commissioner
Bazile to exit Executive Session and return to Regular Session. Time: 3:16 p.m.
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph,
Mr. Murray, Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhé, Mrs, Hebert
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSEN …
Tue Nov 18, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana increases dockage fees for bulk carriers
The Commission approved a tariff increase for self-trimming bulk carriers and authorized several project contracts and extensions. The board also approved a funding application for a Hyundai project and ratified September 2025 invoices.
- Increased dockage fees for Self Trimming Bulk Carriers from $3.80 to $3.95 (6-0)
- Approved $30,058.22 change order for Globalplex Intermodal Dock Second Access Bridge (6-0)
- Authorized Certificate of Substantial Completion for Reserve Grain Facility Under Dock Refurbishment Phase 1A (6-0)
- Approved WSP USA, Inc. Task Order #24-05H Amendment for on-call services not to exceed $100,000 (6-0)
- Extended Master Professional Services Agreement with Shread Kuyrkendall & Associates for two years (6-0)
- Authorized application to Louisiana Economic Development FastSites Program for Hyundai Project (6-0)
- Ratified payment of invoices from Vendor Check register Report 9/1/25 - 9/30/25 (6-0)
- Approved minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting (6-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Joseph, Mr. Murray
Absent: Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe, Mrs. Hebert
ITE P OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner LeBlanc led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Joseph and seconded by Commissioner Dumas
that the Minutes from the Regular Commission Meeting held on October 28, 2025, a copy
which is attached as Exhibits 4, be hereby approved. The Motion was called to a vote,
which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Joseph,
Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhé, Mrs. Hebert
IT FINANCIAL REPORT 7
A Motion was offered by Commissioner LeBlanc and seconded by Commissioner Joseph
that the payment of invoices submitted as Vendor Check register Report,9/1/25 -9/30/25,
attached hereto as Exhibit 5, be, and the same are hereby ratified and approved. After
discussion, the Motion was called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Joseph,
Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhé, Mrs. Hebert
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ITEM 6. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Interim Executive Director Brian Cox provi …
Sat Oct 25, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana approves airport expansions and infrastructure projects
The Commission approved several resolutions for the Executive Regional Airport, including a 1,500-foot runway extension and the repurposing of $567,361 in capital outlay funds. The board also authorized a new change order policy for construction projects and approved multiple engineering and testing contracts.
- Approved 1,500-foot runway extension at Executive Regional Airport (8-0)
- Approved repurposing $567,361 in capital outlay funds for Airport Terminal Project (8-0)
- Authorized Construction Committee to approve change orders up to $50,000 (8-0)
- Approved membership in Corporate Aircraft Association for fuel sales (8-0)
- Approved $147,666 AECOM task order for Second Dock Access Bridge closeout (8-0)
- Approved amendment to Beta Group task order for bridge material testing (8-0)
- Authorized hiring of Shey-Harding Associates search firm for Executive Director (8-0)
- Ratified lease with DSC Dredge LLC for airport laydown yard (8-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2025
ITEM 1-CALLTO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL .
Present: Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe, Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
Absent: Mr. Joseph
ITEM.3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Hebert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. MOMENT OF SILENCE INR MBRANCE
Chairman Murray offered a moment of silence in remembrance of:
ALLYCE TRAP ALEXANDER (ADAMS& REESE)
CAPTAIN TOBY WATTIGNEY (NOBRA)
ANDY SHREAD (SHREAD ~ KUYRKENDALL ASSOCIATES)
Commissioner Scontrino recognized Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
ITEM.5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Bazile and seconded by Commissioner Dumas that
the Minutes from the Regular Commission Meeting held on September 23, 2025, a copy
which is attached as Exhibits 5A, be hereby approved. The Motion was called to a vote,
which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhé, Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Joseph
ITEM 6. FINANCIAL REPORT
A Motion was offered by Commissioner LeBlanc and seconded by Commissioner Scontrino
that the payment of invoices submitted as Vendor Check register Report,8/1/25 -8/31/25,
attached hereto as Exhibit 6, be, and the same are hereby ratified and approved. …
Tue Aug 26, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port Commission approves multiple operational and infrastructure resolutions
The Commission approved a series of resolutions to tighten administrative oversight, including new requirements for legal review of contracts and the submission of bid documents. The board also authorized several infrastructure projects and a memorandum of understanding with Hyundai Steel.
- Approved MOU with Hyundai Steel Company and Hyundai Steel Louisiana, LLC (7-0)
- Authorized negotiation of employment agreement with Interim Executive Director (7-0)
- Approved engagement of Kushner Lagraize for operational and internal control analysis (7-0)
- Required all Port contracts to be reviewed by legal counsel (7-0)
- Approved budget amendment and critical repairs for Guesthouse Restoration Project (7-0)
- Authorized WSP task orders for Globalplex Finger Pier and Amrize Bulk Dock assessments (7-0)
- Approved application for Delta Regional Authority grant (7-0)
- Approved change order for Reserve Grain Elevator under dock refurbishment (7-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Bazile, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr.
Murray
Absent: Mr. Duhé, Mr. Burks
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Dumas led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. MOMENT OF SILENCE TO REMEMBER JERRY CLARK, HUSBAND OF
VICKIE LEWIS-CLARK
Chairman Murray offered a moment of silence in remembrance of Jerry Clark, Husband of
Vickie Lewis-Clark.
ITEM 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – JULY 15, 2025, JULY 22, 2025 AND AUGUST 5,
2025
A motion was offered by Commissioner Bazile and seconded by Commissioner LeBlanc that the
Minutes for Meetings held on July 15, 2025, July 22, 2025 and August 5, 2025 be approved. This
motion was called to a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Duhé, Mr. Burks
ITEM 6. FINANCIAL REPORT
A motion was offered by Commissioner LeBlanc and seconded by Commissioner Dumas that
the June 30, 2025 Financial Report be accepted and account payables be ratified and approved.
After discussion, the motion was called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, …
Tue Aug 5, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana names Brian Cox as Interim Executive Director
The Commission accepted the resignation of Executive Director Paul Matthews and appointed Brian Cox as Interim Executive Director. The board also approved several agreements and preliminary bond issuances totaling up to $440 million.
- Accepted resignation of Paul Matthews as Executive Director (8-0, 1 abstention)
- Named Brian Cox as Interim Executive Director (9-0)
- Approved preliminary issuance of up to $400M revenue bonds and $40M bond anticipation notes (9-0)
- Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Port of Greater Baton Rouge (9-0)
- Approved marketing agreement between deepwater ports (9-0)
- Approved employment of Foley & Judell, L.L.P. as special counsel (9-0)
- Tabled Master Services Agreement with Digital Engineering and Imaging for traffic study
- Approved agenda amendment for WSP update on Building 71 (9-0)
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH
LOUISIANA COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 4:31 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Joseph, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert
Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray, Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe, Mr. Burks
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Dumas led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments.
ITEM 5. NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 5A. CONSIDER RESOLUTION APPROVING A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR
AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA AND THE
PORT OF GREATER BATON ROUGE AND RELATED MATTERS
A Motion was offered by Commissioner LeBlanc and seconded by Commissioner Hebert to
adopt that Resolution, which is attached as Exhibit 5A. A discussion was had regarding the
Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Port of South Louisiana and the Port of Greater
Baton Rouge. After discussion, the Motion was called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. Murray, Mr. Burks,
Mr. Bazile, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Duhe`, Mr. Joseph
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT None
ITEM 5B. CONSIDER RESOLUTION GIVING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL TO THE
ISSUANCE OF NOT EXCEEDING (I) FOUR HUNDRED MILLION DOLLARS
($400,000,000) OF REVENUE BONDS AND (II) FORTY MILLION DOLLARS
($40,000,000) OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES OF THE PORT OF SOUTH …
Wed Jun 25, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana approves dredging contract and several lease agreements
The Commission approved a maintenance dredging contract, a right of way agreement with Air Products Blue Energy, and a lease amendment for Baumer. The board also authorized a termination notice for Pinnacle Polymers and a memorandum of understanding with Blackhawk Flight Foundation.
- Approved maintenance dredging contract (7-0)
- Approved right of way and servitude agreement with Air Products Blue Energy (7-0)
- Approved amendment to Baumer lease (7-0)
- Approved termination notice to Pinnacle Polymers (7-0)
- Approved MOU with Blackhawk Flight Foundation regarding the airport (7-0)
- Approved subzone application for E-Crane (7-0)
- Approved payment of internal investigation invoices (7-0)
- Approved amendments to bylaws (7-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON JUNE 25, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. Murray, Mr. Burks
Mr. Duhe, Mr. Bazile
Absent: Mr. Joseph, Mr. LeBlanc
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Dumas led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. MOMENT OF SILENCE IN REMEMBERANCE OF CHARLES PALMER, SR.
FATHER OF AIRPORT MANAGER, CHARLES PALMER, JR.
ITEM 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES –MAY 28, 2025 AND JUNE 17, 2025
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Scontrino and seconded by Commissioner Dumas that
the Minutes from the Regular Commission Meeting held on May 28, 2025 and the Special
Commission Meeting held on June 17, 2025, copies which are attached hereto, respectfully as
Exhibits 5A and 5B be, and the same are hereby, approved. This Motion was called for a vote,
which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. Murray, Mr. Burks,
Mr. Duhe`, Mr. Bazile
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Joseph
ITEM 6. FINANCIAL REPORT APRIL 30, 2025
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Scontrino and seconded by Commissioner Duhe that the
Financial Report be adopted and payment of the invoices submitted as Vendor Check Register
Report, 4/1/25 -4/31/25, attached hereto as Exhibit 6C, be, and the same are here …
Tue Jun 17, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana Commission takes no action at special meeting
The Commission entered and exited an executive session to receive attorney-client privileged communications. Chairman Murray stated that no action was taken during the executive session.
- Approved motion to enter executive session (8-0)
- Approved motion to exit executive session (8-0)
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH
LOUISIANA COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON JUNE 17, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert
Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray, Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe
Absent: Mr. Joseph
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner LeBlanc led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments.
ITEM 5. NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 5A. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:17(A)(10) and in accordance with La. Atty. Gen. Op. No. 18-0144, the
Commission shall receive from its legal counsel attorney client privileged communications as
provided for by La. Code Evid. art. 506(B).
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Scontrino and seconded by Commissioner Hebert to
enter Executive Session. Invitees: Attorneys: Peter Butler, Racheal Jeanfreau and Kayla Jacob
Time 5:03 p.m.
YEAS Mr. Duhe`, Mr. Bazile Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. Murray, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Burks
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Joseph
A Motion was offered by Commissioner LeBlanc and seconded by Commissioner Dumas to exit
Executive Session. Time 6:58 p.m.
YEAS Mr. Duhe`, Mr. Bazile, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. Murray, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Burks
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Joseph
Chairman Murray stated no action was taken in Executive Ses …
Wed May 7, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Commission approves $300,000 change order for Reserve Grain Elevator project
The Commission approved a change order for the Reserve Grain Elevator Facility Under Dock Refurbishment project. The proposal includes high river mitigation efforts and a contingency fund, and it has been forwarded to Attorney Roussell for review.
- Approved $300,000 change order for Reserve Grain Elevator Facility Under Dock Refurbishment (6-0)
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH
LOUISIANA COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON MAY 7, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Burks, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr, Bazile, Mr. LeBlanc
Mr. Murray
Absent: Ms, Dumas, Mr. Scontrino, Mr. Duhe’
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Hebert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments,
ITEM._5. NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 5A CONSIDER CHANGE ORDER -RESERVE GRAIN ELEVATOR FACILITY
UNDER DOCK REFURBISHMENT PROJECT
A Motion was offered by Mr. Burks and seconded by Mr. Bazile to discuss the Change Order.
After discussion, the Change Order, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A, was
approved and forwarded to Attorney Roussell for review.
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. Murray, Mr. Bazile, Mr.
LeBlanc
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr, Duhe*
ITEM 6. ADJOURNMENT
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Joseph and seconded by Commissioner Hebert that the
meeting be adjourned.
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. Murray, Mr. Bazile, Mr.
LeBlanc
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Duhe*
The meeting adjourned at 10:02 a.m.
Stanley azile P. Joey Murray, III
Secretary Chairman
May 28, 2025
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Wed Apr 30, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana adopts 2025-2026 budget and withdraws $217M funding request
The Commission approved the 2025-2026 budget and authorized the withdrawal of a $217 million capital outlay request. The board also voted to repurpose $26.685 million in funding toward a steel production project and updated budget presentation procedures.
- Adopted 2025-2026 Budget (7-0)
- Approved withdrawal of $217 million capital outlay request for westbank St. John the Baptist Parish development (7-0)
- Approved repurposing $26.685 million capital outlay request from Globalplex warehouse/conveyor to Project Henry steel production (7-0)
- Approved resolution requiring the CAO and auditor to be available for budget presentations to Commissioners (7-0)
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH
LOUISIANA COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON APRIL 30, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 11:30 am.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. Murray
Absent: Mr. Burks, Mr, LeBlanc
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Joseph led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments,
ITEM 5. NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 5A. CONSIDER 2025-2026 BUDGET
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Joseph and seconded by Commissioner Dumas
authorizing and directing the Port to adopt the 2025-20026 Budget, a copy of which is attached
hereto as Exhibit A. After discussion, the Motion was called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe*, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Burks, Mr. LeBlanc
ITEM 5A.1, WITHDRAWAL /RECISSION OF +$217 MILLION FUNDING REQUEST-
AS PER PUBLIC DISCUSSION WITH MARC HEBERT, CHAIRPERSON OF LA
PORTS AND WATERWAYS INVESTMENT COMMISSION
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Scontrino and seconded by Commissioner Duhe
authorizing and directing the Port to adopt a Resolution, a copy of which is attached hereto as
Exhibit B. After discussion, the Motion was called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe’, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr …
Wed Apr 23, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana approves $2.16M insurance renewal
The Commission approved insurance coverages for 2025-2026 and extended its agreement with Alliant Insurance Services. Several airport and roadway projects were awarded or accepted as complete, while the 2025-2026 budget was tabled.
- Approved 2025-2026 insurance renewals not to exceed $2,159,268.68 (6-0)
- Extended Insurance Broker Services Agreement with Alliant Insurance Services (6-0)
- Tabled 2025-2026 budget pending a revenue positive or neutral proposal (6-0)
- Awarded Airport parking lot expansion to Barriere Construction Co. LLC for $183,308.00 (6-0)
- Awarded Airport APS Ditch Enclosure project to Barriere Construction Co. LLC for $250,217.00 base bid (6-0)
- Approved Master Services Agreement with Riverlands Surveying Company (6-0)
- Approved resolution to sponsor Foreign Trade Zone expansion for LOOP, LLC (6-0)
- Approved acquisition of electronic devices for Commissioners (6-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON APRIL 23, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Bazile,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr. Murray
Absent: Mr. Joseph, Mr. Duhe, Mr. LeBlanc
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Hebert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4, APPROVAL OF MINUTES -MARCH 26, 2025 AND APRIL 9, 2025
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Burks and seconded by Commissioner Hebert that the
Minutes from the Regular Commission Meeting held on March 26, 2025 and the Special
Commission Meeting held on April 9, 2025, copies which are attached hereto, respectfully as
Exhibits A and B, be, and the same are hereby, approved. This Motion was called for a vote,
which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Bazile, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Joseph, Mr. Duhe*, Mr, LeBlanc
ITEM 5. FINANCIAL REPORT FEBRUARY 28, 2025
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Scontrino and seconded by Commissioner Dumas that
the payment of the invoices submitted as Vendor Check Register Report, 2/1/25 -2/28/25,
attached hereto as Exhibit C, be, and the same are hereby, ratified and approved. After
discussion, the Motion was called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Bazile, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. Murray
NAY …
Wed Apr 9, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port approves funding request and WSP task order for Hyundai steel facility dock
The Commission authorized a resolution to apply for State Capital Outlay funding to design and construct a deepwater dock for a $5.8 billion Hyundai steel facility in Ascension Parish. The Board also approved a task order for WSP to provide project support services.
- Approved resolution to negotiate a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Port of Greater Baton Rouge and apply for State Capital Outlay funding for a Hyundai Steel deepwater dock (6-0)
- Approved amendment to the agenda to add a task order from WSP (6-0)
- Approved task order for WSP for project coordination, planning, permitting, and design services not to exceed $11,280,000, contingent upon appropriation of funds (6-0)
- Dispensed with the scheduled Executive Session regarding Descendants Project v. Port of South Louisiana
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH
LOUISIANA COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON APRIL 9, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. LeBlanc, , Mr. Murray
Absent: Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Dumas led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments.
ITEM 5. NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 5A. EXECUTIVE SESSION
PURSUANT TO LA. R.S. 42:17(A)(2), THE COMMISSION SHALL ADDRESS THE
DESCENDANTS PROJECT V. PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA, SHERIFF MIKE TREGRE,
AND GREENFIELD LOUISIANA, LLC CASE NO. 83039 C, 40™ JUDICIAL DISTRICT,
PARISH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST, STATE OF LOUISIANA
Chairman Murray stated that after speaking with Legal Counsel the Executive Session would be
dispensed.
ITEM. 5B. CONSIDER RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF CAPITAL OUTLAY
REQUEST - HYUNDAI STEEL (PROJECT HENRY)
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Joseph and seconded by Commissioner Dumas
authorizing and directing the Port to adopt a Resolution, a copy of which is attached hereto as
Exhibit A. After discussion, the Motion was called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe*
ITEM 5C, AMEND AGENDA
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Joseph and seconded …
Wed Feb 19, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana approves multiple engineering and security contracts
The Commission approved several professional service agreements for building upgrades, environmental sampling, and site assessments. It also authorized the acceptance of FEMA grant recommendations and the hiring of a grant management firm.
- Approved amendment to Commission Bylaws regarding regular meeting scheduling (8-0)
- Tabled first amended and restated grant agreement for FY 2019 PIDP (8-0)
- Approved AECOM Task Order No. 2 for geotechnical services totaling $126,274 (8-0)
- Approved WSP USA, Inc. Task Order #24-20 for Building 71 design oversight (8-0)
- Approved Right of Way and Servitude Agreement with Entergy, Louisiana, LLC (7-0)
- Approved Master Services Agreement with Curtis Environmental Services, Inc. (8-0)
- Approved WSP USA, Inc. Task Order #24-07 for Holcim site assessment (8-0)
- Approved FEMA grant Investment Justifications 1-4 and contract with OD Grant Solutions (9-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON FEBRUARY 19, 2025
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Duhe, Mr. Murray
Absent: Mr. Bazile
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Burk led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —JANUARY 30, 2025
A Motion was offered by Commissioner Joseph and seconded by Commissioner Dumas that the
Minutes from the Regular Commission Meeting held on January 30, 2025, a copy of which is
attached hereto as Exhibits A, be, and the same is hereby, approved. This Motion was called for
a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Duhe*, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Bazile
ITEM 5. FINANCIAL REPORT
A Motion was offered by Commissioner LeBlanc and seconded by Commissioner Joseph that
the payment of the invoices submitted as Vendor Check Register Report, 12/1/24 -12/31/24,
attached hereto as Exhibit B, be, and the same are hereby, ratified and approved. After
discussion, the Motion was called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Burks, Mr. Duhe’, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Bazile
ILEM 6. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT …
Thu Jan 30, 2025
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana approves multiple project completions and new contracts
The Commission accepted several completed roadway, dock, and roof projects and authorized new engineering agreements for airport and building upgrades. The board also approved a $4.4M budget amendment to advertise for bids to reroof Building 10.
- Approved completion of Globalplex roadway improvements near Building 2 (9-0-0)
- Approved completion of Globalplex roadway improvements near MSOC (9-0-0)
- Approved completion of Globalplex barge dock replacement (9-0-0)
- Approved completion of Building 20 (Baumer) roof replacement (9-0-0)
- Authorized cooperative agreement with DOT for perimeter fence SPN-H.016084 (9-0-0)
- Approved substantial completion for security wildlife fence SPN-H.016084 (9-0-0)
- Approved WSP USA Inc. Task Order 24-18 for airport terminal design oversight for $70,373 (9-0-0)
- Approved $4.4M budget amendment to advertise bids for Building 10 (NATCO) reroofing (9-0-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON JANUARY 30, 2025.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present; Mr. Bazile, Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Duhe, Mr. Murray
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Duhe* led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. MOMENT OF SILENCE TO REMEMBER:
- VICTIMS OF THE BOURBON STREET TERRORIST ATTACK
- LARRY SCHEXNAYDRE, FATHER-IN-LAW OF CHAIRMAN MURRAY
- VICTIMS OF AMERICAN AIRLINE REGIONAL JET AND U.S. ARMY BLACKHAWK
HELICOPTER COLLISSION
ITEM 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —- DECEMBER 17, 2024 AND JANUARY 3, 2024
_A Motion was offered by Mr. Joseph and seconded by Ms. Dumas that the Minutes from the
Regular Commission Meeting held on December 17, 2024 and the Special Commission Meeting
held on January 3, 2025, copies of which are attached hereto as Exhibits A and B respectively be,
and the same are hereby, approved. This Motion was called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr, Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN = Mr. Duhe*
ABSENT None
ITEM 6. FINANCIAL REPORT
A Motion was offered by Mr. LeBlanc and seconded by Mr. Joseph that the payment of the
invoices submitted as Vendor Check Register Reports, 10/1/24-10/31/24 and 11/1/24 -11/30/24,
attached hereto as Exhi …
Tue Dec 17, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana cancels proposed tariff and security fee changes
The Commission voted to cancel proposed changes to the tariff and security fees. It also adopted new procedures for conducting future public hearings and approved several professional service contracts for engineering and government relations.
- Cancelled proposed changes to the Tariff and associated security fee
- Adopted resolution establishing procedures for Public Hearings
- Named WSP USA, Inc. as Project/Construction Manager for all current and future construction projects
- Approved $66,000 contract with Pivotal GR Solutions, LLC for legislative and public relations services
- Approved engagement of Meyer Engineers for Guest House historic restoration
- Approved engagement of AIMS Engineering for River Road Entrance improvements
- Approved Linfield Hunter & Junius Task Order #19 for Security Guard Building and Entrance
- Approved Port Security Grant EMW-2024-PU-05225
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON DECEMBER 17, 2024.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Present: Mr. Bazile, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc,
Mr. Murray
Absent: Mr, Duhe*, Mr. Burks
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Dumas led the Pledge of Allegiance.
TTEM 4. MOMENT OF SILENCE TO REMEMBER PORT EMPLOYEE,
JOSEPH MAMOU, FIRETUG ENGINEER (2011-2024) AND PRESENTATION TO THE
MAMOU FAMILY
Moment of Silence in remembrance of Port Employee, Joseph Mamou, Firetug
Engineer, Chairman Murray presented the Mamou Family with a plaque.
TTEM 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — November 7, 2024 and November 20, 2024
A Motion was offered by Mr. Scontrino and seconded by Mr. Joseph that the Minutes from the
Special Commission Meeting held on November 7, 2024 and the Regular Commission Meeting
held on November 20, 2024, copies of which are attached hereto as Exhibits A and B,
respectively be, and the same are hereby, approved. This Motion was called for a vote, which
was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Scontrino, Ms, Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert,
Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Duhe’, Mr. Burks
ITEM 6, FINANCIAL REPORT
A Motion was offered by Mr. LeBlanc and seconded by Mr, Bazile that the payment of invoices
submitted as Vendor Check Register Report,10/1/24-10/31/ …
Wed Nov 20, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana awards $1.18M road project and terminates Greenfield agreements
The Commission approved a $1,179,486 contract for road and drainage improvements and terminated several agreements with Greenfield Louisiana, LLC. Other actions included approving a lease extension for Pinnacle Polymers and funding for coastal erosion research with Nicholls State University.
- Awarded Globalplex road and drainage project to Kass Brothers, Inc. for $1,179,486.00
- Approved third lease extension for Pinnacle Polymers (Warehouse 20) through May 31, 2026
- Approved 7th Amendment to Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Nicholls State University for up to $18,000
- Approved termination of Omnibus and Tri-Party Agreements with Greenfield Louisiana, LLC
- Approved substantial completion of Warehouse 20 roof repair and Globalplex parking area near Building 60
- Approved selection of professional engineer for Building 71 floor, conveyor, and rail projects
- Authorized application to Port Priority Program for ADM-Reserve Grain Elevator Phase 2 funding
- Approved WSP Task Order #24-13 for ADM Reserve Grain Facility construction observation ($76,407.20)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON NOVEMBER 20, 2024,
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr, Bazile
Mr. Bazile Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr, Duhe’
Mr. Duhe’ Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Burks
Mr. Burks Here,
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Scontrino
Mr. Scontrino Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Ms. Dumas
Ms. Dumas Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Joseph
Mr. Joseph Here. ‘
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mrs. Hebert
Mrs, Hebert Here,
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. LeBlanc
Mr. LeBlanc Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Murray.
Mr. Murray Here.
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ITEM _ 4. MOMENT OF SILENCE TO REMEMBER FORMER PORT EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR, PAUL G. AUCOIN (2013-2022)
ITEM 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — OCTOBER 16, 2024
A Motion was offered by Mr. Scontrino and seconded by Mr. LeBlanc that the Minutes from the
Regular Commission Meeting held on October 16, 2024, a copy of which is attached hereto as
Exhibit A be, and the same is hereby, respectively approved.
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe’, Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Ms. Dumas, Mr.
Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr, LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT None
ITEM. 6. FINANCIAL REPORT
A Motion was offered by Mr. LeBlanc and seconded by Mr. Scontrino that the September 30,
2024 financial reports be, and the same are hereby, approved and payment of submitted invoices
be ratified.
YEAS Mr. …
Thu Nov 7, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana designates WSP USA Inc. as exclusive program manager
The Commission adopted resolutions establishing WSP USA Inc. as the exclusive provider for specific task orders and the lead consultant for all grant applications. Additionally, the Commission mandated that all professional service solicitations and procurement procedures must now receive Commission approval prior to issuance.
- Approved resolution designating WSP USA Inc. as exclusive provider for PSA Task Orders and lead consultant for all grants (9-0)
- Approved resolution requiring Commission approval for all professional services RFPs and SOQs prior to issuance (9-0)
- Approved resolution requiring Commission approval for all Port documented procurement procedures (9-0)
- Approved resolution requiring Commission selection of professional service providers for contracts exceeding bylaw amounts or lasting over one year (9-0)
- Approved resolution tasking WSP USA Inc. and counsel to help draft RFP and SOQ generation and evaluation processes (9-0)
- Entered executive session to discuss three lawsuits involving The Descendants Project (9-0)
- Exited executive session with no action taken (9-0)
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2024.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Bazile
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Duhe’
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Burks
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Scontrino
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Ms. Dumas
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Joseph
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mrs, Hebert
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. LeBlanc
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Murray
Mr. Bazile
Here.
Mr. Duhe’
Here.
Mr. Burks
Here.
Mr. Scontrino
Here,
Ms. Dumas
Here.
Mr. Joseph
Here.
Mrs. Hebert
Here.
Mr. LeBlanc
Here.
Mr. Murray.
Here.
ITEM 3, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Scontrino led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
ITEM 5. NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 5A, CONSIDER RESOLUTION CONCERNING PORT’S PROGRAM MANAGER
AND RELATED MATTERS
A Motion was offered by Mr. Scontrino and seconded by Mr. LeBlanc to hereby adopt a
Resolution, a copy which is attached as Exhibit A hereto. After discussion, this Motion was
called for a vote, which was as follows:
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Dube’, Mr. Burks, Ms. Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mr.
LeBlanc, Mr. Scontrino, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT None
Accordingly, the Resolution attached hereto as Exhibit “A” was adopted by the Commission
as the governing authority of the Port.
A Motion was then offered by Mr. Burks and seconded by Ms. Dumas to amend the …
Wed Oct 16, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana approves funding and infrastructure projects
The Commission approved several infrastructure projects, including a $3.06M warehouse project and airport improvements. The board also authorized an in-depth review of internal controls and updated its public comment policy.
- Approved $3,066,667 for Globalplex Warehouse and Conveyance System (7-0)
- Authorized Kushner LaGraize, LLC to review Port policies, procedures, and internal controls (7-0)
- Adopted new Public Comments Period Policy (7-0)
- Approved request for funds from LA DOTD for Executive Regional Airport improvements (7-0)
- Accepted substantial completion for Globalplex Roadway Improvements Project #2 and #4 (7-0)
- Approved Master Services Agreement and Task Order No. 1 with The Beta Group for material testing (7-0)
- Authorized Finance Committee members to have banking signature authority (7-0)
- Authorized request for Attorney General opinion on Public Bid Law for E-Methanol Hydrogen Fueling Barge Project (7-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON OCTOBER 16, 2024.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Bazile
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Duhe’
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Burks
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Miss. Dumas
Mr. Bazile
Here.
Mr. Duhe’
Here.
Mr. Burks
Here.
Mr. Scontrino; Absent
Miss. Dumas Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Joseph
Mr. Joseph Flere.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mrs, Hebert; Absent
Mr. LeBlanc
Mr. LeBlanc Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr, Murray.
Mr, Murray Here.
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Burks led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. MOMENT OF SILENCE IN REMEMBRANCE OF FORMER PORT
COMMISSIONER, CART DAVIS (1994-2000)
JOY SCONTRINO, SISTER OF COMMISSIONER JOSEPH SCONTRINO
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH OCTOBER 2024
ITEM 35. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
A Motion was offered by Mr. Joseph and seconded by Miss Dumas that the Minutes from the
Regular Commission Meeting held on September 16, 2024, copies which are attached hereto as
Exhibit A be, and the same is hereby, respectively approved.
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe’, Mr. Burks, Miss Dumas, Mr. Joseph, Mr.
LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Scontrino, Mrs. Hebert
ITEM 6. FINANCIAL REPORT - JULY 31, 2024 & AUGUST 30, 2024
A Motion was offered by Mr. Bazile and seconded by Mr. Burks that the July 31, 2024 a …
Mon Sep 16, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana approves airport fence and Globalplex funding
The Commission approved a $441,001 FAA grant and a $299,990 contract for a security wildlife fence at the Executive Regional Airport. It also authorized three state funding agreements for Globalplex projects totaling $820,000 and extended contracts for several engineering firms.
- Approved acceptance of $441,001 FAA grant for Security Wildlife Fence (9-0)
- Awarded $299,990 contract to Rooted Land Management, LLC for Security Wildlife Fence (9-0)
- Approved $426,667 state funding for Globalplex Rail Connector (9-0)
- Approved $193,333 state funding for Globalplex New Guard Station (9-0)
- Approved $200,000 state funding for Globalplex Master Drainage Improvements (9-0)
- Approved revised Port of South Louisiana Bylaws (9-0)
- Approved contract extensions for 10 selected engineers and architects (9-0)
- Approved minutes from August 5-6 and August 14, 2024 (9-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2024.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Patti Crockett Mr. Bazile
Mr. Bazile Here.
Patti Crockett Mr. Duhe’
Mr. Duhe’ Here.
Patti Crockett Mr. Burks
Mr. Burks Here.
Patti Crockett Mr. Scontrino
Mr. Scontrino Here.
Patti Crockett Miss. Dumas
Miss. Dumas Here.
Patti Crockett Mr. Joseph
Mr. Joseph Here.
Patti Crockett Mrs. Hebert
Mrs. Hebert Here.
Patti Crockett Mr. LeBlanc
Mr. LeBlanc Here.
Patti Crockett Mr. Murray.
Mr. Murray Here.
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
— SE ER KN OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Duhe’ led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — AUGUST 5-6, 2024 & AUGUST 14, 2024
A Motion was offered by Mr. Joseph and seconded by Mrs. Hebert that the Minutes from the
Special Commission Meeting/Workshop held on August 5-6, 2024 and the Regular Commission
Meeting held on August 14, 2024, copies which are attached hereto as Exhibits A and B, are
hereby, respectively approved.
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe, Mr. Burks, Mr. Scontrino, Miss Dumas, Mr.
Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT None
ITEM 6. FINANCIAL REPORT
No report.
ITEM 7. STAKE HOLDERS PRESENTATION-PORTS ASSOCIATION OF
LOUISIANA (PAL)
Jennifer Marusak, Executive Director of Ports Association of Louisiana, addressed the
Commission.
ITEM 8. …
Wed Aug 14, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana elects Vice Chairman and approves legal and engineering contracts
The Commission elected Joey Scontrino as Vice Chairman and approved several professional service agreements for legal and engineering work. The board also rejected all bids for a road and drainage project, opting to rebid the work.
- Elected Joey Scontrino as Vice Chairman (9-0)
- Approved July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
- Approved June 30, 2024 Financial Report and June invoice payments (9-0)
- Approved legal services agreement with Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP not to exceed $500,000 (9-0)
- Approved environmental legal services agreement with Timothy W. Hardy and Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP not to exceed $150,000 (9-0)
- Approved Master Services Agreement and Task Order No. 1 for resident inspector services with Infinity Engineers Consultants, LLC not to exceed $197,600 (9-0)
- Rejected all bids and authorized rebidding for Access Road to Building 71/Globalplex Road Improvements and Drainage project (9-0)
- Approved AECOM Technical Services, Inc. Task Order No. 100-A for $71,038.06 (9-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON AUGUST 14, 2024.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Burks called the Meeting to order at 4:04 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLLE CALL
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Bazile
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Duhe’:
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Scontrino
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Burks
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Miss. Dumas
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mt. Joseph
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mrs. Hebert
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. LeBlanc
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Murray
Mr. Bazile
Here.
Mr. Duhe’
Here,
Mr, Scontrino
Here.
Mr. Burks
Here.
Miss, Dumas
Here.
Mr. Joseph
Here.
Mrs. Hebert
Here.
Mr. LeBlane
Here.
Mr, Mutray
Here,
ITEM 3, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Bazile led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2023-2024 FORMER COMMISSIONERS’ APPRECIATION
In recognition of Former Commissioners: Whitney Hickerson, Katie Klibert, Judy Songy and
Paul Robichaux in appreciation of their service to the Port of South Louisiana.
ITEM 4, ELECTION OF VICE CHAIRMAN
A Motion was offered by Mr. Duhe’ and seconded by Mrs. Hebert to elect Joey Scontrino, to
serve as Vice Chairman to the Port of South Louisiana Board of Commissioners.
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe’, Mr. Scontrino, Mr. Burks, Miss Dumas,
Mr. Joseph, Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Murray
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT None
ITEM 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES ~— JULY 8, 2024
A Motion was offered by Mr. Joseph and seconded by Mrs. Hebert that the Minutes from the
Regular Com …
Mon Aug 5, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana Commission holds special meeting and workshop
The Commission held a special meeting and workshop to receive updates on operations, finance, and construction. No substantive actions were taken during the two executive sessions regarding litigation or economic development.
- Entered executive session to discuss litigation, labor matters, and cybersecurity (9-0)
- Exited executive session regarding litigation (9-0); no action taken
- Entered executive session to discuss port economic development negotiations (9-0)
- Exited executive session regarding economic development (9-0); no action taken
- Recessed meeting at 3:10 p.m. (9-0)
- Reconvened meeting at 9:00 a.m. on August 6, 2024 (9-0)
- Adjourned meeting (8-0)
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MINUTES OF SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING/WORKSHOP OF THE PORT OF
SOUTH LOUISIANA COMMISSION HELD AT THE BATON ROUGE MARIOTT
5500 HILTON AVENUE, BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA, MONDAY AND TUESDAY,
AUGUST 574 -6TH , 2024
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murray called the Meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Bazile
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Duhe’
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Burks
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Scontrino
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Miss. Dumas
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Joseph
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mrs. Hebert
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. LeBlane
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Murray
Mr. Bazile
Here.
Mr. Duhe’
Here.
Mr. Burks
Here.
Mr. Scontrino
Here.
Miss. Dumas
Here.
Mr. Joseph
Here.
Mrs. Hebert
Here.
Mr. LeBlanc
Here.
Mr. Murray
Here.
ITEM 3. COMMISSION CHAIR REMARKS
Commission Chairman Murray gave opening remarks.
ITEM 4. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER REMARKS
Executive Director Paul Matthews gave Opening Remarks.
ITEM 5. EXECUTIVE SESSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH LA. RS. 42:17:
a. LITIGATION
(63) THE DESCENDANTS PROJECT VS. PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA, ET AL , 40°
JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, PARISH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST, STATE OF
LOUISIANA , DIVISION A, DOCKET C-79170
(ii) THE DESCENDANTS PROJECT VS. LUCIEN J. GAUFF, III, ASSESSOR AND
GREENFIELD LOUISIANA, LLC, , 40™ JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, PARISH OF ST.
JOHN THE BAPTIST, STATE OF LOUISIANA , DIVISION A, DOCKET NUMBER C-
79485
(iii) THE DESCENDANTS PROJECT VS. ST, JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH, THROUGH IT’S
EXECUTIVE OFFICER, P …
Mon Jul 8, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port awards $15.7M bridge project to RNGD Infrastructure, LLC
The Commission approved a contract for the Second Dock Access Bridge Project and authorized advertising for a hydrogen fueling barge. Two items regarding a right of way agreement and a lease amendment were tabled. The Commission also entered into a cooperative endeavor agreement for the Corn Belt Ports Initiative.
- Awarded Second Dock Access Bridge Project to RNGD Infrastructure, LLC for $15,769,191.00 and Alternate 1 for $180,000 (6-3)
- Approved May 31, 2024 Financial Report and payment of May invoices (9-0)
- Authorized advertising for the construction of a Hydrogen Fueling Barge (9-0)
- Approved entry into the Lower Mississippi River — Corn Belt Ports Initiative Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (9-0)
- Tabled Right of Way Agreement with Entergy — Westbank Property St. James Parish (8-0)
- Tabled Third Amendment to Amended and Restated Lease with Pinnacle Polymers, Inc. (9-0)
- Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0-1)
- Entered and exited Executive Session regarding an EEOC complaint; no action taken (9-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON JULY 8, 2024.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Burks called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Bazile
Mr. Bazile
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Duhe’
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Murray
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Scontrino
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Miss. Dumas
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Joseph
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mrs. Hebert
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. LeBlanc
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Burks
Here.
Mr. Duhe’
Here.
Mr. Murray
Here.
Mr. Scontrino
Here.
Miss. Dumas
Here.
Mr. Joseph
Here.
Mrs. Hebert
Here.
Mr. LeBlanc
Here.
Mr. Burks
Here.
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Duhe’ led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENTATIONS-CARGILL
THE WATER INSTITUTE
ITEM 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES ~ JUNE 5, 2024
A Motion was offered by Mr. Joseph and seconded by Miss Dumas that the Minutes from the
Regular Commission Meeting held on June 5, 2024, be approved.
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Murray, Mr. Scontrino, Miss Dumas, Mr. Joseph,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Burks
NAYS None
ABSTAIN Mr. Duhe’
ABSENT None
ITEM 5. FINANCIAL REPORT
Mr. LeBlanc presented the Financial Report.
A Motion was offered by Mr. LeBlanc and seconded by Mr. Murray that the May 31, 2024
Financial Report be approved and the payment of submitted invoices for the month of May be
ratified.
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe, Mr. Murray, Mr. Scontrino, Miss Dumas,
Mr. Joseph, …
Wed Jun 5, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana awards $3.28M grain facility contract
The Commission approved a contract for grain facility refurbishment and authorized several infrastructure projects, including a second access bridge. The board also approved a lease amendment with Evonik and elected an Executive Vice-Chairman.
- Awarded $3,276,900 contract to Kostmayer Construction for Reserve Grain Facility Under Dock Refurbishment - Phase 1A (8-0)
- Certified compliance with public bid laws for Globalplex Intermodal Dock Second Access Bridge Project (8-0)
- Approved agreement with Entergy to relocate utilities for Globalplex Intermodal Dock Second Access Bridge Project (7-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 2 for roof retrofit work at Building 20 (Baumer) (8-0)
- Approved Linfield, Hunter & Junius Task Order for design and engineering for Building 10 (Natco) roof repair/replacement (8-0)
- Approved second amendment to lease agreement with Evonik (8-0)
- Approved certificate of substantial completion for taxiway signage at Port of South Louisiana Executive Airport (8-0)
- Elected Chairman Murray as Executive Vice-Chairman (8-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON JUNE 5, 2024.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Burks called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Bazile
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Murray
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Scontrino
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Miss. Dumas
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Joseph
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mrs. Hebert
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. LeBlanc
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Burks
Mr. Bazile
Here.
Mr. Duhe’; Absent.
Mr. Murray
Here,
Mr. Scontrino
Here.
Miss. Dumas
Here.
Mr. Joseph
Here.
Mrs, Hebert
Here.
Mr. LeBlanc
Here.
Mr. Burks
Here.
ITEM 3, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Bazile led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES ~ MAY 8, 2024
A Motion was offered by Mr. Joseph and seconded by Mr, LeBlanc that the Minutes from the
Regular Commission Meeting held on May 8, 2024, be approved.
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr, Murray, Mr. Scontrino, Miss Dumas, Mr. Joseph,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Burks
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT Mr. Duhe’
ITEM 5. FINANCIAL REPORT
Mr. LeBlanc presented the Financial Report a copy of which is attached as Exhibit A.
A Motion was offered by Mr. LeBlanc and seconded by Mr. Murray that the April 30, 2024
Financial Report be approved and the payment of submitted invoices for the month of April be
ratified.
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Murray, Mr. Scontrino, Miss Dumas, Mr. Joseph,
Mrs. Hebert, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr. Burks …
Wed May 1, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port Commission awards multiple Globalplex roadway and parking contracts
The Commission approved several construction contracts for roadway and parking improvements at Globalplex in St. John the Baptist Parish. It also authorized matching funds for a capital outlay grant and approved a program management contract with WSP, USA.
- Awarded Globalplex parking area near Building 60 to Kass Bros. Construction (7-0)
- Awarded Globalplex parking area near Building 2 to Kass Bros. Construction (7-0)
- Approved $108,667 in matching funds for Globalplex parking near Marine Security Operation Center (7-0)
- Awarded Globalplex parking near Marine Security Operation Center to Brown Industrial Construction pending approval (7-0)
- Authorized advertising for bids for Globalplex roadway and drainage improvements between Buildings 71 and 76 (7-0)
- Approved reimbursement to Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness for Hurricane Gustav overpayment (7-0)
- Approved program management contract with WSP, USA (7-0)
- Authorized CEA with LA DOTD-Aviation Dept. for Drainage Improvements Phase I Design (7-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON MARCH 13, 2024.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Burks called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Patti Crockett Mr. Bazile
Mr. Bazile Here.
Patti Crockett Mr. Murray
Mr. Murray Here.
Patti Crockett Miss Songy
Miss Songy Here.
Patti Crockett Mr. Hickerson
Mr. Hickerson Here.
Patti Crockett
Mr. Joseph
Mr. Joseph Here.
Patti Crockett
Mr. Robichaux
Mr. Robichaux Here.
Patti Crockett Mr. LeBlanc
Mr. LeBlanc Absent.
Patti Crockett Mr. Burks
Mr. Burks Here.
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Songy led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – FEBRUARY 14, 2024
A Motion was offered by Miss Songy and seconded by Mr. Bazile that the Minutes from
the Regular Commission Meeting held on February 14, 2024, be approved.
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Murray, Miss Songy, Mr. Hickerson, Mr.
Robichaux, Mr. Burks
NAYS None
ABSTAIN Mr. Joseph
ABSENT Mr. LeBlanc
ITEM 5. FINANCIAL REPORT
Mr. Murray presented the Financial Report a copy of which is attached as
Exhibit 5.
A Motion was offered by Mr. Murray and seconded by Mr. Hickerson that the January
31, 2024 Financial Report, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit 5, be approved
and the payment of invoices reflected on the check register attached to the Financial
Report for the month of Janu …
Tue Apr 16, 2024
Port of South Louisiana Commission
✓ Decided: Port of South Louisiana approves 2024-2025 budget and insurance renewal
The Commission approved the 2024-2025 budget and authorized insurance coverage up to $2,375,396.52. The board also authorized a ground lease for a renewable fuel project with Woodland Biofuels, Inc. and approved several infrastructure and analysis contracts.
- Officers remained in current positions (9-0)
- Approved February 29, 2024 Financial Report and January 2024 invoices (9-0)
- Authorized 2024-2025 insurance coverage not to exceed $2,375,396.52 (9-0)
- Approved 2024-2025 Budget (9-0)
- Authorized Letter of Intent and ground lease for Woodland Biofuels, Inc. renewable fuel project (9-0)
- Approved $82,511.00 contract with Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering for airport security/wildlife fence (9-0)
- Authorized agreement with World Trade Center New Orleans for Lower Mississippi River commodity analysis (9-0)
- Accepted Building 19 Roof Annex Repair Project as complete (9-0)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
COMMISSION HELD AT THE PORT OF SOUTH LOUISIANA
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON TUESDAY, APRIL16, 2024.
ITEM 1-CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Burks called the Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
ITEM 2-ROLL CALL
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Bazile
Mr. Bazile Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Duhe’
Mr. Duhe’ Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Murray
Mr. Murray Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Miss Songy
Miss Songy Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Hickerson
Mr. Hickerson Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Joseph
Mr. Joseph Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark
Mr. Robichaux
Mr. Robichaux Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. LeBlanc
Mr. LeBlanc Here.
Vickie Lewis-Clark Mr. Burks
Mr. Burks Here.
ITEM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Robichaux led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chairman Burks requested a moment of silence to remember Veronica Lambert
LeBlanc (Mother of Commissioner LeBlanc)
ITEM 4. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
A Motion was offered by Mr. Murray and seconded by Mr. Robichaux that Port of South
Louisiana Commission Officers remain in their current positions. (Chairman Burks, Vice-
Chairperson Songy, Treasurer LeBlanc, and Secretary Bazile.)
YEAS Mr. Bazile, Mr. Duhe’, Mr. Murray, Miss Songy, Mr.
Hickerson, Mr. Joseph, Mr. Robichaux, Mr. LeBlanc, Mr.
Burks
NAYS None
ABSTAIN None
ABSENT None
ITEM 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – MARCH 13, 2024
A Motion was offered by Mr. Joseph and seconded by Mr. Rob …
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