Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners public meetings in 2025
16 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority–East board meets to vote on legal fees, new contracts, and organizational changes. The meeting includes routine procedural items and committee reports before moving to new business.
- Approve legal fees for Commissioner Deborah M. Settoon
- Establish dedicated fund for Orleans Levee District using Ad Valorem tax proceeds
- Approve $X contract with SSA Consultants for Cultural Transformation project
- Approve $X contract with AH Datalytics to create dashboard
- Approve Task Order with Fenstermaker for Outfall Canal Topographic and Bathymetric Surveys
The Board established a special revenue fund to ensure additional 2026 ad valorem tax proceeds are used exclusively for long-term capital and maintenance of the Orleans Levee District. The Board also approved several professional service contracts and updated the agency's organizational structure.
- Approved restricting 2026 ad valorem tax roll-forward revenues for long-term capital and maintenance (7-0)
- Approved $139,650 contract with SSA Consultants for Cultural Transformation Project (7-0)
- Approved $70,000 contract with AH Datalytics for internal and external dashboards (7-0)
- Adopted updated SLFPA-E Organizational Structure (5-2)
- Approved RFP for Insurance Agent/Broker (7-0)
- Approved RFP for Banking Services (6-1)
- Approved $155,280.38 task order with C. H. Fenstermaker & Associates for outfall canal surveys (7-0)
- Deferred approval of recommended Attorneys list and legal fees for Commissioner Deborah M. Settoon
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – East’s Legal Committee will meet to discuss hiring an additional attorney for its Legal Department and review administrative/collection fees charged by the City of New Orleans. The committee will also consider public comments before adjourning.
- Discussion of hiring additional attorney for Legal Department
- Discussion of administrative/collection fees charged by City of New Orleans
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss organizational updates and new service agreements. The body is deciding on contracts for a cultural transformation project and a transparency dashboard. Other items include personnel hiring and the sale of surplus equipment.
- Agreement with SSA for the SLFPA-E Cultural Transformation project
- Agreement with AH Datalytics to develop the FPA Lens transparency dashboard
- Adoption of an updated organizational structure
- Hiring of an Attorney for the Legal Department
- Sale of surplus equipment to LMA via CEA
The Board approved the sale of eight vehicles and pieces of equipment to the Lakefront Management Authority for $65,109.50. It also authorized the Regional Director to negotiate contracts for a cultural transformation project and a performance metrics dashboard. Motions to update the organizational structure and hire an additional attorney failed.
- Approved sale of 8 vehicles and equipment to LMA for $65,109.50 (5-0)
- Authorized negotiation of Cultural Transformation Project contract with SSA Consultants (5-0)
- Authorized negotiation of performance dashboard agreement with AH Datalytics (5-0)
- Approved minutes from October 16, 2025 meeting (5-0)
- Motion to adopt updated Organizational Structure failed (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Motion to hire additional Legal Department attorney failed (4-1)
- Adopted agenda (unanimous)
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Executive Committee is meeting to discuss several proposals and personnel matters to provide recommendations to the Board. These items include organizational changes and the acquisition of surplus equipment.
- CEA with LMA for purchase of surplus vehicles and equipment
- Proposed SLFPA-E Organizational structure
- AH Datalytics proposal
- SLFPA-E Cultural Transformation Proposal
- Hiring of Attorney for legal department
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on hiring a new regional director. The board will also consider recommending the removal of two board members, Deborah M. Settoon and K. Randall Noel, to Governor Jeff Landry due to alleged neglect of fiduciary duty.
- Motion to hire a Regional Director
- Motion to recommend removal of Deborah M. Settoon from the board for neglect of fiduciary duty
- Motion to recommend removal of K. Randall Noel from the board for neglect of fiduciary duty
- Executive session to discuss regional director applications and candidate selection
- Executive session regarding misconduct allegations against commissioners
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The board will hold a public hearing and meeting to consider levying additional or increased millage rates for the Orleans Levee District for tax year 2026, and to adopt adjusted millage rates and roll them forward to the maximum allowed by law. Other business includes awarding two construction projects, authorizing a surplus auction, and discussing banking services.
- Public hearing to consider levying additional or increased millage rates for Orleans Levee District for 2026
- Adopt adjusted millage rates and roll forward to maximum authorized rate for prior year
- Award of Project No. E2780166: West Return Floodwall Splash & Turnaround Pads Rehab
- Award of Project No. E2430016: Orpheum Ave Crest Widening and Slope Paving
- Motion to authorize sale of surplus items by auction
The Board approved two sets of millage rates for the Orleans Levee District for 2026 and authorized the auction of surplus items. Two infrastructure contracts were awarded to Kass Brothers, Inc. and Procivil, LLC. The Board also approved the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting.
- Adopted 2026 Orleans Levee District millage rates totaling 10.79 mills (7-0-0)
- Adopted alternative 2026 Orleans Levee District millage rates totaling 12.28 mills (6-1-0)
- Approved auction of surplus items for FPA, EJLD, OLD, and LBBLD (7-0-0)
- Awarded $780,764 contract to Kass Brothers, Inc. for West Return Floodwall project (7-0-0)
- Awarded $1,205,982 contract to Procivil, LLC for Orpheum Ave Crest Widening project (7-0-0)
- Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (6-1-0)
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
This is a procedural meeting of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners. The agenda contains only the meeting schedule and location details, with no specific items for decision or discussion listed.
- Meeting held at Orleans Levee District, 6920 Franklin Avenue, New Orleans, LA
The Board approved several state funding requests for flood protection and infrastructure projects. It also updated the agency's purchasing and staff communication policies and awarded a contract for Lakeshore Drive improvements. A decision on the appointment of a Regional Director was deferred.
- Requested $45M for Lakefront Airport and Storm Surge Barrier Research projects (Unanimous)
- Requested $10.375M for West Return Wall Floodside Rip Rap Lift (Unanimous)
- Requested $4.2M for Lake Borgne Basin Levee District Safe House (Unanimous)
- Awarded $173,552.46 contract to LA Contracting Enterprise, LLC for Lakeshore Drive Improvements (Unanimous)
- Approved extension of Fisher & Phillips LLP legal contract through Jan 1, 2026 (Unanimous)
- Approved Board Member Communication with Agency Staff Policy (5-2)
- Adopted updated Purchasing Policy dated September 18, 2025 (5-2)
- Deferred appointment of L. Jeff Williams as Regional Director (5-2)
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
This is a procedural meeting of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners. The agenda lists only the meeting schedule and locations for 2025, with no specific decisions, proposals, or discussions noted. The May 21 meeting was cancelled.
- Regular monthly board meeting scheduled for August 21, 2025 at Orleans Levee District
- May 21 board meeting was cancelled
- Committee meetings are held one week prior or same date as board meetings
- Meeting locations rotate among Orleans, East Jefferson, and Lake Borgne Basin Levee Districts
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East will hold a special board meeting to swear in two new commissioners. The board will also review director presentations and discuss communication policy.
- Swearing-in of Commissioners Kerwyn King and David Martin
- Discussion of Communication Policy
- Board Member Onboarding
The Board held a special meeting focused on onboarding new commissioners and receiving departmental presentations. The Board voted to defer a decision on a new policy regarding board member communications with agency staff until September 18.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (6-0)
- Deferred vote on Board Member Communications with Agency Staff Policy until September 18 (6-1)
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – East has revised its 2025 meeting schedule. The May 21 board meeting was cancelled, and the June 17 meeting will now be hosted by the East Jefferson Levee District. All regular monthly board meetings are held at 10:00 a.m. at rotating locations.
- May 21 board meeting (East Jefferson Levee District) cancelled
- June 17 board meeting moved to East Jefferson Levee District
- Committee meetings scheduled as needed one week prior to board meetings
- Board meetings rotate among Orleans, East Jefferson, and Lake Borgne Basin Levee Districts
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
This document lists the regular monthly board and committee meeting dates for 2025, hosted by the Orleans, Lake Borgne Basin, and East Jefferson Levee Districts. The May 21 meeting hosted by East Jefferson Levee District has been cancelled. All board meetings are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. at the respective district locations.
- May 21 meeting (East Jefferson Levee District) cancelled
- Board meetings held at 10:00 a.m. at Orleans, East Jefferson, or Lake Borgne Basin Levee District locations
- Committee meetings scheduled as needed, typically one week before or on the same date as a board meeting
- Schedule originally posted 12/18/2024, revised 7/15/2025
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The provided document is a calendar of regular monthly board and committee meetings for the 2025 calendar year. It outlines the dates, times, and hosting locations for upcoming sessions.
- Board meeting on April 17 hosted by Lake Borgne Basin Levee District
- May 21 board meeting at East Jefferson Levee District is cancelled
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority–East Board will consider approving the FY 2026 budgets for the Authority and three levee districts. The board will also elect a new Treasurer and vote on contracts for engineering services and a levee design agreement.
- Election to fill the vacancy in the Office of Treasurer
- Motion to approve the FY 2026 Flood Protection Authority Budget
- Motion to approve the FY 2026 East Jefferson Levee District Budget
- Motion to approve the FY 2026 Orleans Levee District Budget
- Motion to approve the FY 2026 Lake Borgne Basin Levee District Budget
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East Board will consider extending its consulting agreement with Mercury Public Affairs, LLC for one year at $13,500 per month and paying all outstanding invoices. Other items include a $198,000 change order for the London Avenue Canal erosion project, two surveying task orders totaling $304,035, and approval of a Fleet Motor Vehicle Use Policy. The meeting also includes an executive session on police/administrative investigations.
- Motion to extend Mercury Public Affairs contract for one year at $13,500/month and pay outstanding invoices
- Change order for $198,000 to Vantage Contractors for London Avenue Canal erosion mitigation
- Task order for $178,115 to Linfield Hunter & Junius to survey earthen levee center lines
- Task order for $125,920 to Bryant Hammett and Associates to survey floodwalls
- Motion to approve updated signatories for Capital One Bank and LAMP accounts
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
This is a procedural agenda establishing the regular monthly board and committee meeting dates and locations for calendar year 2025. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Regular monthly board meetings scheduled for 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
- Meetings hosted by Orleans Levee District, East Jefferson Levee District, and Lake Borgne Basin Levee District on rotating basis
- Committee meetings to be held as needed, typically one week before board meetings
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East Board of Commissioners
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East has posted its schedule of regular monthly board and committee meetings for calendar year 2025. Board meetings will be held at 10:00 a.m. on the third Thursday of each month, hosted by the Orleans, Lake Borgne Basin, or East Jefferson Levee Districts. Committee meetings will be scheduled as needed, typically one week before each board meeting.
- January 16 board meeting hosted by Orleans Levee District
- April 17 board meeting hosted by Lake Borgne Basin Levee District
- May 15 board meeting hosted by East Jefferson Levee District
- Committee meetings will be held at Orleans Levee District unless otherwise noticed
- Schedule posted December 18, 2024 and revised January 13, 2025