Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District public meetings in 2023

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will discuss and potentially approve an intergovernmental agreement with CPRA for Phase 2 of the HNC Lock Complex. The board will also consider a $542,500 change order for the Reach L Segment 1 project. Other items include a FEMA reimbursement update, financial reports, and a possible executive session on pending litigation.

• Approval of intergovernmental agreement with CPRA for Phase 2 of the HNC Lock Complex
• Change Order No. 7 for Onshore Materials, LLC in the amount of $542,500 for Reach L Segment 1
• Potential executive session to discuss litigation: Powell v. State of Louisiana, Aucoin v. State, and Pontchartrain Partners v. TLCD
• FEMA reimbursement update from All South Consultants
• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2023 meeting and financial reports

The Board approved a change order for Onshore Materials, LLC to add 35,000 CY of materials to the Reach L Segment 1 Project. Members also approved the November 2023 financial report and an IGA with CPRA for the HNC Lock Complex Project Phase 2.

• Approved meeting minutes from December 4, 2023
• Approved Financial Report FME 30 November 2023
• Approved operating and engineering invoices
• Approved IGA with CPRA for Phase 2 of the HNC Lock Complex Project
• Approved Change Order No. 7 for Onshore Materials, LLC for $542,500.00 (Reach L Segment 1 Project)

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will review several infrastructure projects, including a recommendation to award a $4,835,482.00 contract for Reach G-2 Levee Rehabilitation. The board will also discuss litigation matters, approve invoices for the HNC Lock Complex, and receive engineering updates on multiple levee and lock projects.

• Resolution No. 23-020: Recommend award of $4,835,482.00 to Construction Site Specialties, LLC for Reach G-2 Levee Rehabilitation — Segment B
• Invoice #610622 from APTIM for HNC Lock Complex design in the amount of $95,570.87
• Balancing Change Order No. 6 for Vantage Contractors, LLC for H-1 Levee repairs in the amount of $253,382.75
• Recommend award of quote to Onshore Materials, LLC for Reach J-3 Levee seeding and fertilizing in the amount of $34,000.00
• Change Order No. 6 for Angelette Design, LLC regarding the Reach L Project in the amount of $945,000.00

The Board approved several levee rehabilitation contracts and change orders, including a $4.8M award for the MTG Reach G-2 Segment B project. They also certified bid law compliance for the Lower Dularge Flood Control project and approved various engineering invoices.

• Awarded MTG Reach G-2 Levee Rehabilitation Segment B to Construction Site Specialties, LLC for $4,835,482.00
• Approved Change Order No. 6 for Onshore Materials (Reach L Project) for $945,500.00
• Approved Final & Balancing Change Order No. 6 for Vantage Contractors, LLC for $253,382.75
• Approved quote from Onshore Materials, LLC for Reach J-3 Levee seeding and fertilizing for $34,000.00
• Approved Angelette Design, LLC Engineering Amendment No. 5 for $39,600.00
• Approved Aptim Engineering Invoice #610622 for $95,570.87
• Granted substantial completion to Construction Site Specialties, LLC for Reach G-2 Segment C
• Certified bid law compliance for Lower Dularge Flood Control Material Supply awarded to Low Land Construction

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will vote on a $4,096,300 contract for the Bayou Grand Caillou Floating Barge Gate Resurfacing Project and a related change order reducing the net amount to $2,160,025. The board also plans to discuss pending litigation in executive session, including three cases in state court and one in federal court. Other business includes approval of minutes, financial reports, and engineer reports on levee rehabilitation projects.

• Notice of Award for Bayou Grand Caillou Floating Barge Gate Resurfacing Project to Sealevel Construction for $4,096,300
• Change Order No. 1 for same project reducing contract to net $2,160,025
• Change Order No. 2 for Onshore Materials, LLC for Reach E Rehabilitation in the amount of $4,553,804.50
• Potential executive session to discuss litigation in four cases, including Pontchartrain Partners, LLC vs TLCD
• Engineer reports on Reach K Rehabilitation and Lower Dularge Levee East projects

The board approved a major resurfacing project award and two change orders for levee and rehabilitation work. Financial reports and operating invoices were approved. The December 20 board meeting was rescheduled to December 18.

• Approved Bayou Grand Caillou Floating Barge Gate Resurfacing Project award to Sealevel Construction for $34,096,300.00
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Bayou Grand Caillou Floating Barge Gate Resurfacing Project for ($1,936,275.00), resulting in a net contract amount of $2,160,025.00
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Onshore Materials, LLC for Reach E Rehabilitation -- Segments 1 & 2 for $4,553,804.50
• Approved Financial Report FME 31 October 2023
• Approved operating and engineering invoices
• Approved November 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Moved December 20, 2023 board meeting to December 18, 2023

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider approving a $569,000 construction contract for the Lower Dularge Flood Control Project and review invoices including $111,601.54 for HNC Lock Complex engineering. The board may also enter executive session to discuss four pending lawsuits. Management will report on in-house projects and equipment.

• Recommendation of award for Lower Dularge Flood Control Project material supply to Low Land Construction for $569,000
• Approval of HNC Lock Complex invoice #608165 from APTIM for $111,601.54
• Potential executive session to discuss four pending lawsuits (Kathleen Powell et al., Dewey Aucoin et al., Pontchartrain Partners, and Gulf Inland Contractors)
• Engineer's report on multiple projects including Reach B Levee Lift, Bayou Terrebonne Lock Improvements, and Hurricane Ida emergency projects
• Approval of contract amendments for Reach H2/H3 Levee Improvements ($141,675) and Reach H2/H3 Dredge and Stockpile (-$138,992.50)

The Board approved a material supply contract for the Lower Dularge Flood Control Project and paid an engineering invoice for the HNC Lock Complex Project. Members also approved legal counsel's recommendation regarding a lawsuit with Pontchartrain Partners, LLC.

• Approved $569,000.00 material supply contract for Lower Dularge Flood Control Project to Low Land Construction
• Approved Aptim Engineering Invoice #608165 for $111,601.54 (HNC Lock Complex Project)
• Approved Operating and Engineering Invoices for payment
• Approved legal counsel recommendation in Pontchartrain Partners, LLC vs Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District
• Approved meeting minutes dated October 18, 2023

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider approving a $3,151.26 change order for the Lower Dularge East Levee Improvements Phase 3 Segment B, a resolution for substantial completion, and authorization to re-advertise the HNC Lock Phase 2 project after cancellation. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation and consider a cooperative agreement with South Lafourche Levee District for FEMA repairs to Reach K wetland terraces.

• Balancing Change Order No. 2 for Low Land Construction on Lower Dularge East Levee Improvements Phase 3 Segment B ($3,151.26)
• Resolution No. 23-019 in Support of Substantial Completion for Dularge East Levee Improvements Phase 3 Segment B
• Cancellation of Existing HNC Lock Phase 2 Advertisement and Authorization to Begin Re-Advertisement
• Authorization to Enter into a CEA with South Lafourche Levee District for FEMA Repairs to Reach K Wetland Terraces
• Discussion and Possible Action Concerning Legal Services Contract with District Attorney’s Office

The Board approved a legal services contract increasing monthly payments to $12,000 and granted substantial completion for a Lower Dularge project. Members also authorized a cooperative endeavor agreement for FEMA repairs and approved various financial reports and invoices.

• Approved Resolution 23-019 granting substantial completion to Low Land Construction Co., Inc. for Lower Dularge Flood Control (7-0)
• Approved Legal Services Contract with District Attorney’s Office increasing monthly amount to $12,000.00
• Approved CEA with South Lafourche Levee District for FEMA repairs to Reach K Wetland Terraces
• Approved Balancing Change Order No. 2 for Low Land in the amount of $3,151.26
• Authorized administration to cancel and re-advertise HNC Lock Phase 2 Advertisement if necessary
• Approved Financial Report FME 30 September 2023
• Approved operating and engineering invoices
• Approved meeting minutes dated October 4, 2023

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider Resolution No. 23-018 declaring substantial completion for Vantage Contractors' work on the Reach H-1 Levee Emergency Repair and Rehab Project. The board will also vote on multiple contract amendments and invoices, including $125,000 for resident inspection on the Lower Dularge East Phase 3 project and $38,410 for APTIM engineering at the HNC Lock Complex. An executive session is planned to discuss pending litigation.

• Resolution No. 23-018 — Substantial Completion for Vantage Contractors, LLC on Reach H-1 Levee Emergency Repair and Rehab Project
• Amendment No. 2 to All South Consulting’s Engineering Agreement for Lower Dularge East Phase 3 Resident Inspection: $125,000
• Amendment No. 1 to All South Consulting for Reach K Phase 2 Dredging Geotechnical Coordination: $34,627
• Amendment No. 2 to GIS General Engineering and Consulting Contract 2023: $25,000
• APTIM invoices for HNC Lock Complex: $38,410.10 (engineering) and $14,633.75 (construction)

The Board approved several engineering contract amendments and payments for levee and lock projects. It also passed Resolution No. 23-018 to grant substantial completion to Vantage Contractors for the Reach H-1 Levee Emergency Repair and Rehab Project.

• Passed Resolution No. 23-018 granting substantial completion to Vantage Contractors for Reach H-1 Levee Emergency Repair and Rehab
• Approved Aptim Engineering Invoice #404685 ($38,410.10) and Invoice #606200 ($14,633.75) for HNC Lock Complex Project
• Approved Operating and Engineering Invoices for payment
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to GIS Engineering’s General Engineering and Consulting Contract for 2023 ($25,000.00)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to All South’s Engineering Agreement for Reach K Phase 2 Dredging Project ($34,627.00)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to All South’s Engineering Agreement for Lower Dularge East Phase 3 Project ($125,000.00)
• Approved meeting minutes dated September 20, 2023

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider approving a $699,987.50 final invoice for the HNC Lock Complex, along with other financial reports and contracts. The board also plans to discuss a potential executive session for pending litigation and authorize an emergency borrow pit contract for Lower Dularge East. Several project updates and change orders, including a $7,159.20 reduction for Reach L drainage improvements, are on the agenda.

• Approval of final invoice #20150463-16 for Sealevel Construction in the amount of $699,987.50 for HNC Lock Complex
• Final balancing change order No. 2 for Paul R. Dufrene III Builders, Inc. for Reach L Drainage Improvements in the amount of ($7,159.20)
• Resolution No. 23-017 supporting substantial completion for Reach L Drainage Improvements project
• Authorization to execute an emergency borrow pit contract for Lower Dularge East per Resolution No. 23-006
• Potential executive session to discuss pending litigation including Pontchartrain Partners, LLC vs Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District

The Board approved several project payments, including a $699,987.50 invoice for the HNC Lock Complex. It also granted substantial completion for the Reach L Drainage Improvements Project and authorized an emergency borrow pit contract for the Lower Dularge East Levee.

• Approved Sealevel invoice #20150463-16 for HNC Lock Complex for $699,987.50
• Approved Final Balancing Change Order No. 2 for Paul R. Dufrene III Builders, Inc. for ($7,159.20)
• Passed Resolution No. 23-017 granting substantial completion to Paul R. Dufrene III Builders, Inc. for Reach L Drainage Improvements
• Authorized emergency borrow pit contract for Lower Dularge East Levee per Emergency Resolution No. 23-006
• Approved Time & Materials contract with David Waitz Engineering and Surveying, Inc. up to $30,000.00 (contingent on Legal approval)
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Vantage Contractors, LLC adding 10 weather days to Reach H-1 project at no cost
• Approved Financial Report FME 31 August 2023
• Approved operating and engineering invoices as presented

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will review several large invoices for the HNC Lock Complex and discuss various levee rehabilitation projects. The agenda also includes potential action on equipment purchases, contract awards, and updates on hurricane emergency projects.

• Payment of HNC Lock Complex invoices totaling over $844,000
• Discussion of purchasing a 6-inch standard trash automatic priming pump
• Resolution 23-015 regarding final acceptance for the Reach B Levee Emergency Rehabilitation Project
• Recommendation of award for Bayou Petit Caillou Hwy. 56 Rollergate Improvements Project
• Change Order No. 2 for Onshore Materials, LLC for the Reach J-3 Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $115,775.20

The Board approved several project payments and contracts, including a $2.1M bid for rollergate improvements. It also passed resolutions granting final and substantial completion for levee rehabilitation projects. Authorization was granted to seek bids for a floating barge gate project in December 2023.

• Awarded $2,112,500.00 bid to Sealevel Construction for Bayou Petit Caillou Hwy. 56 Rollergate Improvements Project
• Approved $50,895.00 purchase of a trash automatic priming pump from Better Pumps and Solutions, LLC
• Approved HNC Lock Complex Project invoices: $5,301.30 (Aptim), $251,911.19 (Sealevel), $539,594.13 (Sealevel), and $47,324.30 (Aptim)
• Passed Resolution No. 23-015 granting final acceptance to Low Land Construction for Reach B Levee Emergency Rehabilitation
• Passed Resolution No. 23-016 granting substantial completion to Sealevel Construction for Reach H2/H3 Levee Emergency Repair
• Approved $115,775.20 Change Order No. 2 for Onshore Materials, LLC for Reach J-2 Rehabilitation Project
• Approved $55,000.00 Amendment No. 8 to GIS contract for Hurricane Ida Emergency Services
• Authorized advertising and accepting bids in December 2023 for Bayou Grand Caillou Floating Barge Gate Project

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The District will discuss financial reports, audit compliance, and various engineering and design contracts. The agenda includes reviewing change orders for Lower Dularge Levee improvements and potential executive sessions regarding pending litigation.

• Change Order No. 18 for Low Land Construction in the amount of $251,272.00
• Change Order No. 1 for Low Land Construction in the amount of $109,800.00
• Authorization for engineering contract with T. Baker Smith for $326,788.00
• Recommendation for Change Order No. 2 for levee maintenance in the amount of $437,500.00
• Approval of HNC Lock Complex Invoice #601493 for $119,750.68

The Board approved several change orders for levee rehabilitation and maintenance, including payments to Low Land and APTIM. It also authorized a new engineering and design contract with T. Baker Smith, LLC for the MTG Lower Reach I Levee Lift Phase 1.

• Approved August 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for Audit 2023
• Approved Financial Report FME 31 July 2023
• Approved APTIM invoice #601493 for HNC Lock Complex ($119,750.68)
• Approved Change Order No. 18 for Low Land for Lower Dularge Levee East Rehabilitation Emergency Work ($251,272.00)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Low Land for Lower Dularge Levee East Improvements Phase 3 Segment B ($109,800.00)
• Approved Change Order No. 13 to APTIM Engineering Services Contract ($148,347.30)
• Authorized Engineering & Design Contract with T. Baker Smith, LLC for MTG Lower Reach I Levee Lift Phase 1 ($326,788.00)

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District will consider approving operating and engineering invoices, contract amendments for the HNC Lock Mitigation Project ($83,371) and the Bayou Grand Caillou Floodgate drydocking ($224,920), and updates on multiple levee and flood-control projects. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Contract Amendment No. 1 for HNC Lock Mitigation Project: $83,371
• Contract Amendment No. 1 for GIS Engineering: $224,920 for drydocking Bayou Grand Caillou Floodgate
• Potential executive session to discuss four pending lawsuits (Kathleen Powell, Dewey Aucoin, Pontchartrain Partners, Gulf Inland Contractors)
• Updates on Reach B Levee Lift, Bayou Terrebonne Lock Improvements, Hurricane Ida emergency projects, and Reach H-1/H2/H3 levee lifts
• Reach L project update and flood control structure design across Williams Pipeline Corridor

The Board approved three engineering agreements and contract amendments for levee and lock projects. The board also approved operating and engineering invoices for payment.

• Approved Delta Coast Engineering Agreement for HNC Lock Mitigation Project (Phase 1 Construction) not to exceed $83,371.00
• Approved Amendment No. 4 to Angelette Design Professional Engineering Services Contract for Reach L Project in the amount of $363,000.00
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to GIS Engineering Services Contract in the amount of $224,920.00 for Bayou Grand Caillou Floodgate drydocking
• Approved Operating and Engineering Invoices for payment
• Approved meeting minutes dated July 17, 2023

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will review the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The meeting includes discussions on various engineering services, change orders for levee repairs, and potential executive sessions regarding pending litigation.

• Presentation of Proposed Budget FYE 30 June 2024
• Approval of APTIM design invoice #598227 for $253,729.28
• Change Order No. 1 for Low Land Construction regarding Reach K in the amount of $1,250,000.00
• Change Order No. 1 for Onshore Materials for Reach J-3 Rehabilitation in the amount of $514,000.00
• Change Order No. 5 for Sealevel Construction for Reach H2/H3 Emergency Repair in the amount of $628,540.00

The board approved several construction change orders and professional service agreements for levee rehabilitation and maintenance. It also authorized repairs for an excavator and approved multiple invoices for the HNC Lock Complex and general operations.

• Approved $1,250,000 change order for Low Land Construction (Reach J2/J3 Levee Segments)
• Approved $628,540 change order for Sealevel Construction (Reach H2/H3 Levee Emergency Repair)
• Approved $514,000 change order for Onshore Materials (Reach J-3 Rehabilitation)
• Approved $253,729.28 APTIM invoice for HNC Lock Complex
• Approved $148,347.30 change order for APTIM Engineering Services
• Approved $93,562.00 for repairs to excavator #146
• Approved $50,000 professional services agreement with All South for Lower Dularge
• Approved $4,280.26 change order for Sealevel Construction (HNC Lock Complex Phase 1)

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider resolutions authorizing up to $85.8 million in tax-exempt refunding bonds and a bond tender offer. The board will also discuss litigation, approve change orders for levee projects, and consider bids for levee rehabilitation.

• Resolution 23-011 authorizing $85,845,000 in tax-exempt public improvement sales tax refunding bonds, Series 2023
• Resolution 23-012 authorizing a tender agent to publish documentation for bondholders to tender Series 2020A bonds
• Final balancing change order No. 6 for Sealevel Construction on the Humble Canal Floating Barge Gate Project in the amount of ($60,102.00)
• Recommendation to award the low bid of Onshore Materials, LLC for the Reach G-2 Levee Rehabilitation — Segment A Project
• Potential executive session to discuss pending litigation including Kathleen Powell et al. vs. State of Louisiana

The Board passed resolutions to issue tax-exempt public improvement sales tax refunding bonds and authorize bond tender documentation. Members approved several construction change orders, a new levee rehabilitation bid, and an 8% pay increase for the Executive Director.

• Passed Resolution No. 23-011 authorizing tax-exempt public improvement sales tax refunding bonds
• Passed Resolution No. 23-012 authorizing tender agent to publish bond tender documentation
• Passed Resolution 23-013 for an 8% increase in Executive Director's remuneration
• Approved $60,102.00 Final Balancing Change Order No. 6 for Sealevel Construction (Humble Canal Floating Barge Gate Project)
• Awarded low base bid and alternate to Onshore Materials, LLC for Reach G-2 Levee Rehabilitation - Segment A Project
• Approved partial substantial completion for Sealevel Construction, Inc. (Reach H2/H3 Levee Emergency Repairs Projection)
• Approved All South’s Professional Services Proposal for Lower Dularge materials supply contract (Not to Exceed $20,000.00)
• Approved $23,000.00 Change Order No. 1 for Paul R. Dufrene III Builders, Inc. for debris removal along Reach L Levee Access Road

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will discuss the 2024 fiscal year budget and review financial reports. The board will also consider donating two Army surplus trucks to the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Department.

• Public hearing on proposed FYE 2024 budget (Resolution No. 23-010)
• Possible donation of two Army Surplus Trucks to Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Department
• $50,000 engineering contract amendment for Lower Dularge Levee Project
• Award of insurance proposals and approval of operating and engineering invoices
• Discussion regarding USACE planned public hearing on July 19, 2023

The Board adopted the proposed budget for FYE June 30, 2024, and amended the budget for FYE June 30, 2023. Members approved over $439,000 in insurance policies and awarded a $219,600 contract for the Lower Dularge East Levee. The board also authorized the donation of two Army surplus trucks to the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office.

• Adopted Proposed Budget FYE 30 June 2024 (Resolution 23-010)
• Approved Amended Budget FYE 30 June 2023 (Resolution 23-009)
• Approved $299,898.70 insurance proposal from A.J. Gallagher FY 2023-2024
• Approved $139,929.00 insurance proposals from USI FY 2023-2024
• Awarded $219,600.00 contract to Low Land Construction for Lower Dularge East Levee
• Approved $50,000.00 engineering amendment for All South's Lower Dularge Levee East Project
• Approved donation of two Army surplus trucks to Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office
• Moved July board meeting to July 17, 2023, at noon

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will hold a regular public meeting to consider approval of minutes, a vehicle safety policy, invoices, and several construction contracts. Key items include change orders for levee projects totaling over $2.9 million, a resolution to build a new Category 5 emergency operations center, and potential executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Resolution No. 23-007 authorizing a cooperative endeavor agreement for a new Category 5 Emergency Operations Center
• Change Order No. 4 for Onshore Materials on Reach L levee: $126,834.71
• Change Order No. 17 for Low Land - Lower Dularge Levee East Project (Embankment & Shaping): $528,832.20
• Change Order No. 14 for Low Land - Lower Dularge Levee East Project (Indefinite Supply): $2,337,871.50
• Potential executive session to discuss four pending lawsuits

The Board approved several construction change orders and material authorizations for levee projects. It also adopted a new vehicle safety policy and authorized the signing of a $1 million agreement for an emergency operations center.

• Adopted TLCD Vehicle Safety Policy
• Approved operating and engineering invoices
• Approved substantial completion for Sealevel Construction (Humble Canal floating barge gate project)
• Authorized up to $500,000 for material supply to Lower Dularge East via Reach E Segments 1 & 2 contract
• Approved change order for Onshore Materials flexi-float system for Reach L construction
• Passed Resolution No. 23-007 authorizing $1,000,000 for a new Category 5 emergency operations center
• Authorized advertising for bids on Bayou Petit Caillou Rollergate Improvements Project
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Onshore Materials, LLC ($126,834.71) for Reach L Project

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District called an emergency meeting to consider Resolution No. 23-006. This resolution proposes a declaration of emergency regarding the Lower Dularge Flood Control Project.

• Resolution No. 23-006: Declaration of Emergency for Lower Dularge Flood Control Project

The Board passed Resolution No. 23-006 declaring a state of emergency due to vulnerabilities in the Lower Dularge East Levee. This action authorizes expedited work to raise levee elevations to +12 feet to protect residents before the 2023 hurricane season.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-006 declaring a state of emergency for Lower Dularge Flood Control Project (passed without objection)

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District will consider two emergency declarations: one for a structural failure on Reach G-2 and another for unfinished Reach A levee south of the GIWW ahead of hurricane season. The board also plans to award a $148,840 contract for PAC pipe and gates, discuss pending litigation in executive session, and receive updates on multiple levee rehabilitation and improvement projects.

The Board passed two resolutions declaring emergencies due to a structural failure at Reach G-2b and an unfinished levee gap at Reach A. Additionally, the Board approved a drainage improvement contract and several financial reports and invoices.

• Passed Resolution No. 23-004 declaring emergency for structural failure at Reach G-2b levee
• Passed Resolution No. 23-005 declaring emergency for unfinished Reach A Levee gap
• Approved $148,840.00 contract for Reach L Drainage Improvements to Paul R. Dufrene III Builders, Inc.
• Approved $29,909.12 quote from QSM for PAC pipe and gates
• Approved Financial Report FME 30 April 2023
• Approved operating and engineering invoices as presented
• Approved meeting minutes dated May 3, 2023

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider approving a $191,057.95 invoice for the HNC Lock Complex design, a $969,000 change order for Reach L, and a $99,875.95 change order for Reach H-1. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation, including cases against the State of Louisiana and a limitation of liability action. Additionally, they will consider a substantial completion approval for Sealevel Construction on the HNC Lock Complex Phase 1 and a $50,000 engineering contract proposal.

• Approval of APTIM invoice #584942 for HNC Lock Complex design ($191,057.95)
• Change Order No. 3 for Onshore Materials on Reach L ($969,000.00)
• Change Order No. 4 for Vantage Contractors on Reach H-1 ($99,875.95)
• Executive session for pending litigation (four cases)
• Approval of substantial completion for Sealevel Construction on HNC Lock Complex Phase 1

The Board approved several project contracts and change orders, including a significant expenditure for the Reach L Segment Levee Project. Other actions included approving invoices for the HNC Lock Complex Project and professional engineering services.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved APTIM Invoice #584942 for $191,057.95 (HNC Lock Complex Project Design)
• Approved operating and engineering invoices as presented
• Approved Substantial Completion for Sealevel Construction (HNC Lock Complex Project Phase 1)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Vantage Contractors for $99,875.95
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Onshore Materials for $969,000.00 (Reach L Segment Levee Project), subject to CPRA approval
• Approved GIS Professional Engineering Services contract for $15,000.00 (Reach B Levee Lift Project)
• Approved GIS Engineering General Engineering & Consulting 2023 contract, not to exceed $50,000.00

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District will consider awarding a $2.5 million bid for Reach G-2 rehabilitation, discuss pending litigation in a potential executive session, and review engineering contracts for Reach J-1. The board will also approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive financial and management reports.

• Award of bid for Reach G-2 Rehabilitation - Segment C to Construction Site Specialities, LLC for $2,498,475.00
• Proposed engineering contract for Reach J-1 Levee Rehabilitation from All South Consulting Engineers for $803,017.87
• Geotechnical analysis proposal for Reach J-1 Levee Rehabilitation from Eustis Engineering, LLC for $70,000.00
• Potential executive session to discuss litigation in four cases, including Kathleen Powell et al. vs. State of Louisiana
• Approval of operating and engineering invoices and financial report for March 2023

The board approved a major construction bid for levee rehabilitation and authorized two engineering contracts for the Reach J-1 project. Financial reports and operating invoices were also approved.

• Awarded $2,498,475.00 bid to Construction Site Specialties, LLC for Reach G-2 Rehabilitation-Segment C
• Approved engineering contract for All South Consulting Engineers for Reach J-1 Rehabilitation Project (NTE $280,000.00)
• Approved $70,000.00 Geotechnical Analysis from Eustis Engineering for Reach J-1 Rehabilitation Project
• Approved Financial Report FME 31 March 2023
• Approved operating and engineering invoices
• Approved meeting minutes dated April 5, 2023

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider adopting the 2023 millage rate via Resolution No. 23-003 and approve several large invoices and change orders for hurricane recovery projects, including a $2.97 million change order for Reach H2/H3 levee emergency repair. The board will also discuss potential executive session for pending litigation and consider a contract amendment with APTIM for the HNC Lock Complex. Public comments will be heard.

• Resolution No. 23-003: Adopting the 2023 millage rate
• Approval of HNC Lock Complex invoices: $31,331 (construction) and $267,663.13 (design)
• Change Order No. 4 for Sealevel Construction: $2,970,651.30 for Reach H2/H3 levee emergency repair
• Award of quote to Onshore Materials, LLC: $492,180.00 for Reach J-3 rehabilitation
• Final balancing Change Order No. 3 for Reach B levee: ($68,584.75)

The Board adopted Resolution No. 23-003 to set the 2023 millage rate at 4.89 mils. The Board also approved several contract change orders and invoices for levee rehabilitation and lock complex projects.

• Adopted 2023 Millage Rate of 4.89 mils (Resolution No. 23-003)
• Approved APTIM invoices for HNC Lock Complex Project totaling $298,994.13
• Approved $492,180.00 quote from Onshore Materials, LLC for Reach J-3 Rehabilitation
• Authorized contract amendment with APTIM for HNC Lock Complex Project not to exceed $200,000.00
• Approved Engineering services contract proposal with GIS Engineering, LLC for Hwy. 56 Rollergate and Floodwall Improvements Project
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Sealevel Construction for H2/H3 Levee Emergency Repair in the amount of $2,970,651.30
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Onshore Materials for Reach L Segment 1 Levee Project in the amount of $275,078.00
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Sealevel Construction for Humble Canal Floating Barge Gate Project in the amount of $11,932.81

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will discuss several levee rehabilitation projects and contract amendments. The body is considering a resolution to join the Louisiana Attorney General in litigation against FEMA regarding Risk Rating 2.0.

• Resolution No. 23-002 regarding proposed litigation against FEMA over Risk Rating 2.0
• Authorization to begin public bid advertising for Phase 2 of the HNC Lock Complex
• Amendment No. 5 for Delta Coast Consultants, LLC Program Management Contract
• Recommendation to award substantial completion to Low Land Construction for Reach B Levee Emergency Rehabilitation
• Approval of E&D Contract with Delta Coast Consultants for a new TLCD Office Building

The board passed a resolution to join the Louisiana Attorney General's office in litigation against FEMA. Other actions included approving levee project change orders and awarding a contract for a new district office.

• Passed Resolution No. 23-002 joining litigation against FEMA regarding risk rating 2.0
• Approved authorization to advertise Phase 2 of the HNC Lock Complex
• Approved Amendment No. 5 for Delta Coast Consultants Program Management Contract
• Awarded substantial completion to Low Land Construction for Reach B Levee Emergency Rehabilitation Project
• Approved Engineering & Design contract with Delta Coast Consultants for new TLCD office
• Approved Change Order No. 16 for Low Land (embankment & shaping) for 92 additional work days
• Approved Change Order No. 13 for Low Land (indefinite supply) for 91 additional work days
• Approved February 28, 2023 Financial Report and operating/engineering invoices

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District will consider approving a $741,896.80 invoice for the HNC Lock Complex and a change order for $80,937.67. The board will also discuss raising the Southern Morganza to the Gulf levee to +15 feet and hear updates on Hurricane Ida emergency projects. An executive session is planned for pending litigation involving four cases.

• Approval of HNC Lock Complex invoice #20150463-13 for $741,896.80 from Sealevel Construction
• Change Order No. 1 (REVISED) for HNC Lock Complex Phase I in the amount of $80,937.67, subject to CPRA approval
• Change Order No. 4 for Sealevel Construction for Humble Canal Floating Barge Gate resurfacing in the amount of $11,883.19
• Amendment No. 2 to Angelette Design professional services agreement for 2nd Lift of Reach L Levee East
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation: Powell, Aucoin, Pontchartrain Partners, and Gulf Inland Contractors cases

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider awarding a $5,971,890.00 bid to Onshore Materials, LLC for Reach E Levee Rehabilitation (Segments 1 and 2). The board will also vote on invoices for HNC Floodgate work ($42,443.91 and $9,200.00) and a $171,241.30 HNC Lock Complex invoice, and may enter executive session to discuss pending litigation. An audited financial report for FYE June 30, 2022 will be presented.

• Recommendation to award $5,971,890.00 bid for Reach E Levee Rehabilitation (Segments 1 and 2)
• Approval of Invoice #2077780 from Oil States for $42,443.91 (completed HNC Floodgate work, FEMA reimbursable)
• Approval of Invoice #2077780-3 from Oil States for $9,200.00 (anticipated HNC Floodgate work, FEMA reimbursable)
• Approval of $14,780.00 budgetary cost from Oil States for HNC HPU hydraulic clutch removal
• Approval of HNC Lock Complex Invoice #20150463-12 for $171,241.30 from Sealevel

The board approved several invoices for floodgate and lock complex work, including FEMA reimbursable expenses. It also approved the FYE 30 June 2022 Audited Financial Report and awarded a major rehabilitation contract for Reach E Levee Segments 1 and 2.

• Approved $5,971,890.00 bid from Onshore Materials, LLC for Reach E Levee Rehabilitation Segments 1 and 2
• Approved $171,241.30 invoice for Sealevel regarding HNC Lock Complex
• Approved $42,443.91 Oil States invoice for FEMA reimbursable work on HNC Floodgate
• Approved $9,200.00 Oil States invoice for anticipated FEMA reimbursable work on HNC Floodgate
• Approved $14,780.00 proposed budgetary cost from Oil States for HNC hydraulic clutch removal
• Approved Audited Financial Report FYE 30 June 2022
• Approved Financial Report FME 31 January 2023
• Approved operating and engineering invoices as presented

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District is meeting to discuss bond issuance, contract amendments for the HNC Lock Complex, and various levee repair projects. The body will also review several pending litigation matters in executive session.

• Resolution No. 23-001: Authorizing the issuance of up to $85,000,000 in Public Improvement Sales Tax Refunding Bonds
• Proposal with Eustis Engineering for $46,000.00 for geotechnical services to elevate Reach J-3
• GIS Engineering Amendment No. 1 for Reach H-1 Levee Improvements Project in the amount of $148,200.00
• Heavy Duty Service Truck Body installation for $19,493.00
• Change Order No. 3 for Sealevel Construction for Humble Canal Floating Barge Gate repair for $100.00

The Board passed Resolution No. 23-001 to proceed with the refunding and restructuring of 2020 taxable public improvement bonds. Other actions included approving engineering services for levee elevation and various project change orders.

• Passed Resolution No. 23-001 to refund, restructure, tender, exchange, or purchase 2020 taxable public improvement bonds
• Approved $19,493.00 for a heavy duty service truck body
• Approved operating and engineering invoices
• Approved $46,000.00 proposal with Eustis Engineering for geotechnical services to elevate Reach J-3
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Low Land Construction (126 total additional days, no cost) for Reach B Levee Emergency Rehabilitation
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Sealevel Construction for Humble Canal Floating Barge Gate repair ($100.00)
• Approved GIS Engineering Amendment No. 1 for Reach H-1 Levee Improvements Project ($148,200.00)
• Approved amendments to all Hurricane Ida Emergency Response Contracts to include FEMA language

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District is meeting to review financial reports and project updates. The body will discuss contract amendments for the Executive Director's salary and the HNC Lock Complex, as well as specific change orders for construction projects.

• Change Order No. 6 for Sealevel Construction for Bayou Petit Caillou Floodgate repairs in the amount of ($61,466.58)
• Change Order No. 2 for Sealevel Construction, Inc. for Humble Canal Floating Barge Gate work in the amount of $57,680.00
• Contract amendment for Executive Director salary adjustment
• Proposed contract amendment for the HNC Lock Complex regarding Non-Federal Crediting Cost Share
• Potential executive session to discuss litigation including cases involving Kathleen Powell, Dewey F. Aucoin, and Pontchartrain Partners, LLC

The board approved two construction change orders for floodgate repairs and barge gate resurfacing. Financial reports and operating and engineering invoices were also approved. Several engineering updates were presented for levee and canal projects.

• Approved meeting minutes dated January 9, 2023
• Approved Financial Report FME 31 December 2022
• Approved operating and engineering invoices
• Approved Change Order No. 6 for Sealevel Construction regarding Bayou Petit Caillou Floodgate Emergency Repairs & Elevate Equipment Project ($61,466.58)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Sealevel Construction regarding Dry-Docking and Resurfacing of the Humble Canal Floating/Barge Gate Project ($57,680.00)

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Board will review management reports on in-house projects and equipment. The meeting includes discussions regarding HNC Lock Complex invoices and various engineering updates for levee and floodgate repairs.

• Approval of Sealevel invoice #20150463-11 for $558,542.05
• Review of Change Order No. 3 for Vantage in the amount of $870,364.65
• Updates on Hurricane Ida Emergency Projects including Bayou Petit Caillou and Reach H-1 Levee
• Discussion of Reach H2/H3 Levee emergency repairs and dredging projects
• Potential Executive Session regarding five pending or potential litigation matters

The board approved a payment to Sealevel Construction for the HNC Lock Complex and a change order for Reach H-1 Levee repairs. Operating and engineering invoices were also approved. The board entered an executive session to discuss ongoing litigation.

• Approved HNC Lock Complex Invoice #20150463-11 for Sealevel Construction in the amount of $558,542.05
• Approved operating and engineering invoices as presented
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Vantage Contractors for Reach H-1 Levee Emergency Repair and Rehab in the amount of $870,364.65 (subject to legal approval)
• Approved meeting minutes dated December 14, 2022
• Entered Executive Session to discuss ongoing litigation (9-0)