Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners public meetings in 2022

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District is reviewing several resolutions related to the 2019 Superdome Capital Improvements Project. The board will discuss budget adjustments, new equipment procurement, and architectural service contracts.

• Proposed $27,044,363.78 increase to the Phase 3b Guaranteed Maximum Price for Broadmoor, LLC
• Proposed $314,967.66 appropriation for equipment and repairs at Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square
• Proposed $3,575,596.00 bid acceptance from Associated Office Systems of LA, Inc. for Phase 3b furniture, fixtures, and equipment
• Proposed $3,552,553.00 change order for Trimark USA regarding food service equipment
• Proposed $1,391,852.00 bid acceptance from Amagine Technologies for television displays and mounts

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The LSED Board of Commissioners will meet to review several resolutions, including a price adjustment for the 2019 Superdome Capital Improvements Project. The board will also consider bond underwriting appointments and certificates of completion for warehouse and center repairs.

• $679,336 increase for Superdome Phase 3b construction costs involving roof enclosure and glass rails
• Approval of the PNC Hedge Agreement with PNC Bank, National Association
• Appointment of firms to the underwriting syndicate for Senior Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for Smoothie King Center Warehouse Renovation Project
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for Alario Center Paver Settlement Repairs

The Board approved a banking syndicate for the issuance of Series 2023 Senior Revenue Bonds and ratified a hedge agreement with PNC Bank. Additionally, the Board approved a $679,336 price increase for the Phase 3b Master Plan Project and signed completion certificates for two renovation projects.

• Approved PNC Hedge Agreement (6-0)
• Appointed Bank of America Securities, UBS Financial Services, Samuel A. Ramirez, Inc., Siebert Williams Shank & Co., LLC, and Raymond James and Associates, Inc. as underwriting syndicate for Series 2023 Senior Revenue Bonds (6-0)
• Approved $679,336 increase to Phase 3b Master Plan Project Guaranteed Maximum Price (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for 2021 Smoothie King Center Warehouse Renovation Project- Millwork and Countertops (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for 2022 Alario Center Paver Settlement Repairs Project (6-0)
• Adopted October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District board will consider several resolutions, including a $2.6 million increase for Phase 3b of the Superdome Capital Improvements Project, a $197,704 appropriation for equipment and repairs, and multiple change orders for ongoing projects. The meeting also includes reports from SMG and board committees, and approval of previous minutes.

• $2,612,378 increase for Phase 3b Superdome renovations (painting, VIP elevators, millwork)
• $197,704.94 from Capital Reserve for Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square equipment/repairs
• $35,975.72 change order for Phase 3a food service equipment at Superdome
• $45,491.22 for Trahan Architects design fees for VIP elevators
• Sale of Hurricane Ida-damaged basketball courts from Alario Center for $19,000

The Board approved several resolutions to fund Superdome Capital Improvements, including two Guaranteed Maximum Price adjustments totaling over $3.7 million. The Board also authorized a $16.5 million funding agreement with the New Orleans Saints for the Southeast Atrium. Three bids for the John Alario Junior Sports Complex were rejected for exceeding the budget.

• Approved $51,981.26 for equipment and repairs at Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square (4-0)
• Authorized PFM Swap Advisors to identify a counterparty for hedging transactions (4-0)
• Authorized negotiation of $16.5 million funding agreement with New Orleans Louisiana Saints, LLC for Southeast Atrium (4-0)
• Approved $27,500 for Lourie Consultants for geotechnical engineering services (4-0)
• Approved $612,319 increase to Phase 3b GMP Adjustment No. 1 for Superdome Master Plan (4-0)
• Approved $3,141,774 increase to Phase 3b GMP Adjustment No. 2 for Superdome Master Plan (4-0)
• Approved $11,800 for Robert Dye LLC for Superdome roof consulting (4-0)
• Approved $16,812 change order for Alario Paver Settlement Project (4-0)

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District is reviewing several resolutions related to the 2019 Superdome Capital Improvements Project. The board is deciding on budget increases for construction, consultant engagements, and interest rate hedging transactions.

• Proposed $560 million notional amount for interest rate hedging transactions
• Proposed $16.5 million advance from New Orleans Louisiana Saints, LLC for Southeast Atrium Scope of Phase 3b
• Proposed $3,141,774.00 increase to the Phase 3b Guaranteed Maximum Price for Broadmoor, LLC
• Proposed $612,319.00 increase to the Phase 3b Guaranteed Maximum Price for Broadmoor, LLC
• Proposed $51,981.26 appropriation for equipment and repairs at Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square

The Board approved several resolutions to increase funding for the Superdome Master Plan, including two Guaranteed Maximum Price adjustments totaling over $3.7 million. The Board also authorized a $16.5 million funding agreement with the New Orleans Louisiana Saints, LLC. Additionally, the Board approved equipment repairs and consulting contracts for various district venues.

• Approved $51,981.26 for equipment and repairs at Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square (4-0)
• Authorized PFM Swap Advisors to begin procurement for a counterparty for hedging transactions (4-0)
• Authorized negotiation of $16.5 million funding agreement with New Orleans Louisiana Saints, LLC for Superdome Phase 3b (4-0)
• Approved $27,500 for Lourie Consultants for geotechnical engineering services (4-0)
• Approved $612,319 increase to Phase 3b Guaranteed Maximum Price for Broadmoor, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $3,141,774 increase to Phase 3b Guaranteed Maximum Price for Broadmoor, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $11,800 consulting agreement with Robert Dye LLC for Superdome roof work (4-0)
• Approved $16,812 change order for the Alario Paver Settlement Project (4-0)

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The LSED Board of Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding facility operations and capital projects. Key items include authorizing a new agreement for the New Orleans Saints' locker room construction and approving various contract amendments for the 2019 Superdome Capital Improvements Project.

• Authorization to negotiate a Project Development Agreement for the New Orleans Saints' locker room at Caesars Superdome
• Sixth Amendment to Trahan Architects, APC agreement for Superdome capital improvements
• $6,393.00 net increase for Phase 3a GMP Adjustment No. 5 regarding Superdome construction
• IBTS Plan Review Services proposal for Phase 3b of the Superdome project not to exceed $34,580.00
• $90,720.00 change order to All Star-Electric, Inc. contract to replace exterior LED video board panel boxes

The Board of Commissioners approved six resolutions related to facility improvements and administrative policies. Key actions included authorizing a project development agreement for the Saints' locker room and approving multiple construction change orders for the Superdome and Smoothie King Center.

• Approved amendment and restatement of the LSED Swap Policy (Motion 22-62)
• Authorized negotiation and execution of a Project Development Agreement for the Saints' locker room at Caesars Superdome (Motion 22-63)
• Ratified Sixth Amendment to professional services agreement with Trahan Architects, APC (Motion 22-64)
• Approved Phase 3a GMP Adjustment No. 5 for Broadmoor, LLC, resulting in a net increase of $6,393.00 (Motion 22-65)
• Approved proposal for IBTS Plan Review Services for Phase 3b of the Master Plan Project, not to exceed $34,580.00 (Motion 22-66)
• Approved All Star-Electric, Inc. Change Order No. 002 for $90,720.00 to replace damaged panel boxes for exterior LED video boards (Motion 22-67)
• Adopted minutes of the July 28, 2022 meeting

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The LSED Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding facility maintenance and large-scale capital improvements. Key items include amending bond approvals for revenue bonds and authorizing various service contracts for the Superdome and Smoothie King Center.

• $144,486.45 for equipment and repairs at Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square
• Ratification of C.H. Skiem Consulting, LLC for $29,885.00 in consulting services
• Amendment to State Bond Commission approval for revenue bonds not exceeding $560,000,000
• $700,000.00 for additional architectural services by Trahan Architects, APAC for the Superdome Master Plan
• Contract with Trimark, USA not to exceed $17,000,000.00 for food service equipment

The Board approved several high-value contracts for the Superdome Capital Improvements Project and various facility repairs. It also authorized financial hedging transactions and a legal settlement. All motions passed with unanimous support from the present commissioners.

• Approved $17M contract with Trimark, USA for Phase 3b kitchen equipment (4-0)
• Approved $144,486.45 for equipment and repairs at Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square (4-0)
• Authorized application for interest rate hedging transactions up to $560M (4-0)
• Approved $700,000 for additional architectural services from Trahan Architects, APAC (4-0)
• Approved $75,782.50 contract with Legacy Restoration and Referral for Smoothie King Center millwork (4-0)
• Approved $48,086.50 contract with Mudbug Pavers for Alario Center paver repairs (4-0)
• Approved $77,000 contract with Legacy Restorations and Referral for Alario Center gutters (4-0)
• Authorized settlement of Brenda Mahler, et al. v. LSED lawsuit (4-0)

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The LSED Board of Commissioners is meeting to review the 2023 Fiscal Year budget and several professional service contracts. Key items include a major construction amendment for the Superdome Master Plan and equipment purchases for facility food services.

• Approval of the 2023 Fiscal Year Budget
• Ratification of $234,923,000.00 Phase 3b GMP Amendment with Broadmoor, LLC for Superdome improvements
• $1,696,388.00 purchase of point-of-sale equipment from Fiserve/ByPass team
• $132,000.00 deductive change order for the SKC-Exterior LED Video Display Project
• Designation of The Advocate as the official newspaper of record for 2022-2023

The Board approved the 2023 Fiscal Year budget and several professional service contracts. Key approvals included a major construction amendment for the Superdome Master Plan and a new point-of-sale system. The Board also extended the Centerplate food service contract by one year.

• Approved 2023 Fiscal Year Budget (5-0)
• Approved $234,923,000 for Master Plan Phase 3b GMP Amendment (5-0)
• Approved $1,696,388 for food service point-of-sale equipment (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension of Centerplate Concession Agreement (5-0)
• Approved $132,000 deductive change order for Smoothie King Center LED project (5-0)
• Approved engagement of Laporte, A.P.A.C. for financial reporting and accounting (5-0)
• Approved legal contracts with Chaffe McCall, L.L.P. and Riess LeMeiux, LLC (5-0)
• Designated The Advocate as official newspaper of record (5-0)

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District board will consider several resolutions, including authorizing a $236 million guaranteed maximum price amendment for Phase 3b of the Superdome capital improvements project and approving $271,155 from the capital reserve account for equipment and repairs at Caesar's Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square. Other items include a $50,981 adjustment for Phase 3a work, a $6,750 bid procurement contract, and a $10,000 study for paver settlement at the Alario Center. The board will also hear reports from SMG on facility operations, finance, and capital projects.

• Authorize Phase 3b GMP Amendment with Broadmoor LLC for Superdome improvements up to $236,000,000
• Approve $271,155.41 from Capital Reserve for equipment and repairs at Caesar's Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square
• Approve Phase 3a GMP Adjustment No. 4 for $50,981 in additional costs at Superdome project site
• Authorize $6,750 contract with Letterman's BidConnect for food service bid procurement for Phase 3b
• Approve $10,000 Duplantis Design Group proposal to study paver settlement at Alario Center

The Board authorized a major construction amendment for the Superdome Master Plan Project and approved several smaller capital expenditures for facility maintenance and repairs. The board also ratified a price adjustment for Phase 3a of the Superdome project.

• Approved $236M not-to-exceed GMP Amendment for Superdome Phase 3b improvements (5-0)
• Approved $271,155.41 for equipment and repairs at Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square (5-0)
• Approved $50,981 increase for Superdome Phase 3a GMP Adjustment No. 4 (5-0)
• Approved $6,750 for Letterman’s BidConnect food service bid procurement services (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 for Duplantis Design Group to address Alario Center paver settlement (5-0)
• Adopted April 28, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District is reviewing several resolutions for facility maintenance and capital projects. The board will discuss funding for equipment and repairs at the Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square.

• Appropriation of $183,314.53 from Capital Reserve for equipment and repairs at Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square
• Amendment to Professional Service Industries, Inc. agreement for Superdome Phase 3b inspections not to exceed $112,179.00
• Contract with Orleans Sheet Metal Works and Roofing, Inc. for $54,598.00 for Alario Center rear gutter and downspout replacement
• Consulting agreement for facility management and operation enhancement not to exceed $45,000.00
• Certificates of Substantial Completion for Superdome Phase 3a and the Westwego Sports Complex Project

The Board approved over $240,000 for equipment, repairs, and consulting services across district facilities. The Board also ratified substantial completion certificates for the Superdome Master Plan Phase 3a and the Westwego Sports Complex Site Surcharge project.

• Approved $183,314.53 from Capital Reserve for equipment and repairs at Caesar's Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square (5-0)
• Ratified Certificate of Substantial Completion for Superdome Master Plan Project Phase 3a (5-0)
• Approved PSI Agreement Amendment No. 03 for Phase 3b inspection services up to $112,179.00 (5-0)
• Approved engagement of a consultant for facility management and operation advice up to $45,000.00 (5-0)
• Ratified Certificate of Substantial Completion for Westwego Sports Complex Site Surcharge Contract (5-0)
• Approved $54,598.00 contract with Orleans Sheet Metal Works and Roofing, Inc. for Alario Center gutter and downspout replacement (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District board will consider resolutions authorizing nearly $18 million in capital projects and contracts, including equipment purchases and repairs for the Caesar's Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square. Key items include a $159,716 appropriation from the Capital Reserve Account, amendments to the Superdome Master Plan Project totaling over $17.8 million for Broadmoor LLC, and a $68,740 contract for third-party plan review services. The board will also vote on change orders for food service equipment and furniture contracts, and a bid for the Alario Center overhead door replacement.

• $159,716 appropriation from Capital Reserve Account for Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square equipment and repairs
• Two amendments to Broadmoor LLC CMAR contract for Phase 3b of Superdome Master Plan: $1,042,554 and $16,851,470
• $68,740 contract with IBTS for third-party plan review of Phase 3b Superdome improvements
• Change Order No. 003 for East Bay Restaurant Supply food service equipment contract ($369.46 credit)
• Alario Center overhead door replacement project awarded to Miner Corporation for $8,288

The Board approved several resolutions for capital improvements, including early material purchases for the Superdome Master Plan and a contract for the Alario Center. The board also authorized funds for equipment repairs and architectural services for the Westwego Sports Complex.

• Approved $159,716.01 for equipment and repairs at Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square (5-0)
• Approved early material purchases for Superdome Master Plan Phase 3b totaling $1,042,554.00, $656,562.00, and $16,194,908.00 (5-0)
• Approved $68,740.00 for IBTS third-party plan review services for Superdome Master Plan Phase 3b (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 003 for $402,400.00 with East Bay Restaurant Supply, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 003 for Associated Office Systems of LA, Inc. resulting in a $1,083.49 decrease (5-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign tax deduction allocation form for Gallo Mechanical (5-0)
• Awarded $8,288.00 contract to Miner Corporation for Alario Center overhead door replacement (5-0)
• Approved $51,560.00 contract increase for Duplantis Design Group, P.C. for Westwego Sports Complex (5-0)

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District Board will consider several resolutions, including an appropriation of $98,051.95 from the Capital Reserve Account for equipment and repairs at Caesar's Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square. They will also authorize a Project Development Agreement for Phase 3b of the Superdome Capital Improvements Project and approve a $166,111 increase to the Phase 3a Guaranteed Maximum Price for construction work. Additionally, the board will review change orders and certificates of substantial completion for roof repairs and practice facility renovations.

• Appropriation of $98,051.95 from Capital Reserve Account for Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square equipment and repairs
• Authorization of Project Development Agreement for Phase 3b of 2019 Superdome Capital Improvements Project
• Approval of $166,111 increase to Phase 3a Guaranteed Maximum Price for construction work at Superdome
• Change Order No. 005 for Superdome roof contract providing a $7,000 credit for eliminating lightning rod boots
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for TPC 2021 Practice Facility Tee Surface Renovations

The Board approved several resolutions regarding the Superdome Capital Improvements Project, including a price adjustment for Phase 3a and a development agreement for Phase 3b. The Board also certified the substantial completion of the Superdome Roof Re-coating and TPC 2021 Practice Facility Tee Surface projects.

• Approved $166,111 increase for Phase 3a GMP Adjustment No. 3 (6-0)
• Approved Project Development Agreement for Phase 3b of 2019 Superdome Capital Improvements (6-0)
• Approved $7,000 credit and Certificate of Substantial Completion for Superdome Roof Re-coating (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for TPC 2021 Practice Facility Tee Surface Renovations (6-0)
• Adopted minutes of January 26, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Stadium and Exposition District Board of Commissioners

The LSED Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding the 2019 Superdome Capital Improvements Project. These items include price adjustments for various construction phases and a contract for exterior LED video displays.

• $251,835.37 appropriation for equipment and repairs at Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square
• Superdome Capital Improvements Project Phase 1 price adjustment providing a $22,892.00 credit
• Superdome Capital Improvements Project Phase 1 price adjustment providing a $707,775.00 credit
• Superdome Capital Improvements Project Phase 2 price adjustment resulting in a net decrease of $251,471.00
• $2,983,322 contract with All Star Electric, Inc. for the SKC-Exterior LED Video Displays Project

The Board approved several construction contracts and budget adjustments for the Superdome and Smoothie King Center. It also authorized funding for facility repairs and approved multiple price adjustments for the Superdome Master Plan project.

• Approved $2.98M contract with All Star Electric, Inc. for Smoothie King Center LED displays (7-0)
• Approved $251,835.37 for equipment and repairs at Caesar’s Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 for Broadmoor, LLC pre-construction services (7-0)
• Approved $561,529 for Broadmoor, LLC early release work for Superdome Phase 3b (7-0)
• Approved Phase 1 GMP Adjustment No. 19 credit of $22,892.00 to Broadmoor, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Phase 1 GMP Adjustment No. 20 credit of $707,775.00 to Broadmoor, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Phase 2 GMP Adjustment No. 10 net decrease of $251,471.00 to Broadmoor, LLC (7-0)
• Approved TPC Louisiana Practice Tee Renovation contract decrease of $95,050.00 (7-0)