Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District public meetings in 2024

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District board will consider awarding a $2.95 million contract for emergency scour repairs on Reach J-2, approve multiple change orders for levee projects, and discuss advertising for floodwall and levee lift projects. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Recommendation of award for Reach J-2 Hurricane Francine Emergency Scour Repair to Sealevel Construction for $2,946,980.00
• Approval of final balancing change orders for Lower Dularge East Levee Improvements totaling -$119,359.12
• Discussion and possible action to authorize advertisement of Reach L Floodwall and Access Bridge
• Discussion and possible action to authorize advertisement of Reach H2 & H3 Levee Lift contingent on full funding
• Potential executive session to discuss four pending lawsuits including Powell v. State of Louisiana and Aucoin v. State of Louisiana

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The Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District will consider approving over $9.6 million in invoices for the HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 project, including a $9.3 million Sealevel invoice and a $304,685 APTIM invoice. The board will also vote on several resolutions for emergency levee work and a $64,133 change order for LDL West rehabilitation. An executive session is planned to discuss pending litigation, including three lawsuits against the district.

• Approval of $9,315,750.69 Sealevel invoice and $304,685.75 APTIM invoice for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2
• Resolution No. 24-026 and 24-027 supporting substantial completion for LDL East emergency work
• Approval of $64,133.16 change order for LDL West emergency rehabilitation with Onshore Materials
• Change Order No. 5 for Sealevel on HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 in the amount of $192,310
• Executive session to discuss four pending or potential lawsuits against the district

The Board approved several large invoices for the HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 Project and various levee rehabilitation efforts. Multiple resolutions were passed to acknowledge the substantial completion of emergency work. The Board also approved the 2025 holiday and meeting schedules.

• Approved APTIM Invoice #652789 for $304,685.75 (HNC Lock Complex Phase 2)
• Approved Sealevel Invoice #23105-5 for $9,315,750.69
• Passed Resolution NO. 24-026 for substantial completion of LDL East Phase 3 2023 Emergency Work
• Passed Resolution NO. 24-027 for substantial completion of LDL East Phase 3 2023 Emergency Work
• Approved balancing change order NO. 4 for Onshore Materials, LLC for $64,133.16
• Passed Resolution No. 24-028 for substantial completion of Construction Site Specialties, LLC
• Approved Change Order No. 12 for Onshore Materials, LLC for $790,300.00
• Approved All South Engineering Amendment No. 2 for $44,831.00 and Amendment No. 5 for $13,000.00

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider issuing up to $33 million in hurricane recovery revenue bonds and awarding several contracts for floodgate maintenance and improvements, including $574,415 for Bayou Petit Caillou barge gate maintenance and $4.6 million for Placid and Bush Canal floodgate improvements. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Resolution No. 24-023: Preliminary approval for $33,000,000 Hurricane Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
• Award of $574,415.00 to Allied Shipyard for Bayou Petit Caillou Floating Barge Gate Maintenance
• Award of $4,641,700.00 to Sealevel Construction for Placid and Bush Canal Floodgate Improvements
• Award of $678,623.00 to Sealevel Construction for Pointe Aux Chenes Barge Gate Maintenance Dry Dock
• Potential executive session to discuss four pending lawsuits, including Pontchartrain Partners vs TLCD

The Board approved three resolutions to engage counsel and issue up to $33 million in hurricane revenue bonds. Multiple contracts for floodgate maintenance and levee rehabilitation were awarded, including a $4.6 million project for the Placid and Bush Canal Floodgate.

• Passed Resolution No. 24-022 to engage bond counsel and advisors
• Passed Resolution No. 24-023 for preliminary approval of $33,000,000 hurricane revenue bonds
• Passed Resolution No. 24-025 authorizing issuance and sale of up to $33,000,000 hurricane revenue bonds
• Awarded $4,641,700.00 bid to Sealevel Construction for Placid and Bush Canal Floodgate Improvements
• Awarded $678,623.00 to Sealevel Construction for PAC Barge Gate Maintenance Dry Dock
• Awarded $574,415.00 to Allied Shipyard, Inc. for Bayou Petit Caillou Floating Barge Gate Maintenance
• Awarded $156,950.00 to Sealevel Construction for Bayou Petit Caillou Floating Barge Gate transport/connection
• Awarded $84,872.56 to Frisco Construction Company for PAC Floodgate transportation

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider approving a $12.4 million Sealevel invoice and a $6.3 million change order for the HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 project. The board will also discuss surplus fleet vehicles, obsolete floodgate parts, and potential executive session on pending litigation. A change order for Brady Road asphalt patching ($71,750) and a recommendation for H2/H3 emergency scour repairs are on the agenda.

• Approval of Sealevel Invoice #23105-4 for $12,422,126.95 (HNC-P2-C004)
• Change Order No. 4 for Sealevel Construction in the amount of $6,285,110.00 (HNC Lock Complex)
• Surplus of three TLCD fleet vehicles (Units 80, 81, 85) and authorization to seek replacement quotes
• Change Order No. 3 for Brady Road asphalt patching options in the amount of $71,750.00
• Potential executive session to discuss four pending or potential litigation cases

The Board approved several high-value payments for the HNC Lock Complex Project and awarded a $645,700 contract for emergency scour repairs. Members also authorized the surplus of fleet vehicles and equipment and approved multiple project change orders.

• Approved Sealevel Invoice #23105-4 for $12,422,126.95
• Approved APTIM Invoice #649608 for $247,879.20
• Awarded H2/H3 Emergency Scour Repairs Project to Sealevel Construction for $645,700.00
• Approved surplus of fleet vehicles #80, 81, and 85
• Approved surplus of Unit 64 (2004 F115 Holland Tractor)
• Approved surplus of obsolete floodgate parts, valves, and actuators
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Lowland Construction for $99,231.00
• Approved Change Order No. 6 for Onshore for $84,267.00

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The Board will review financial reports, project updates, and potential litigation. Discussion includes several contract awards for levee segments and emergency hurricane repair work.

• HNC Lock Complex (Phase 2) Sealevel Invoice #23105-3 for $11,085,178.98
• Award recommendation to Justin J. Reeves, LLC for Reach A Emergency Levee Segment 1: $1,200,216.47
• Award recommendation to Low Land Construction for Reach J-2 Hurricane Francine repairs: $1,201,688.00
• Brady Road Maintenance change order for $132,570.00
• Angelette Design, LLC Change Order No. 11 for Reach L Project: $496,000.00

The Board approved several million dollars in payments and change orders for levee repairs and emergency services following Hurricane Francine. It also awarded three new project contracts and authorized a Letter of No Opposition for Gulf Island, LLC.

• Approved Sealevel Invoice #23105-3 for $11,085,178.98
• Awarded Reach A Emergency Levee Segment 1 Project to Justin J. Reeves, LLC for $1,200,216.47
• Awarded Reach J-2 Hurricane Francine Emergency Scour Repairs to Low Land Construction for $1,201,688.00
• Awarded PAC/BPC Barge Gate Valves Project to Water Technology Resources for $285,712.00
• Authorized Letter of No Opposition to Gulf Island, LLC regarding foreign trade zone No. 279
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Onshore Materials (Brady Road maintenance) for $132,570.00
• Approved Change Order No. 11 for Onshore Materials (Grand Bayou to Apache Farms) for $496,000.00
• Approved four Hurricane Francine Emergency Services change orders totaling $4,000,000.00

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will vote on a $308,861.30 invoice for Phase 2 of the HNC Lock Complex, approve operating and engineering invoices, and discuss multiple change orders for levee projects. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation, including three cases in Terrebonne Parish and one in federal court, and to authorize debris intergovernmental agreements with TPCG and SLLD for Hurricane Francine.

• APTIM invoice #646888 for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2: $308,861.30
• Change Order No. 1 for Lower Dularge Levee West Emergency Rehabilitation: $32,148.80
• Change Order No. 1 for Lower Dularge Flood Control Phase 3 Segment A: $41,250.00
• Change Order No. 1 for Reach G-2 Levee Rehabilitation Segment B: $217,000.00
• Potential executive session on four pending or potential lawsuits

The Board approved over $590,000 in payments for the HNC Lock Complex and various levee rehabilitation projects. Members also accepted contract alignment adjustments for Hurricane Francine recovery efforts pending legal review.

• Approved APTIM Invoice #646888 for HNC Lock Complex in amount of $308,861.30
• Approved operating and engineering invoices for payment
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Onshore Materials (Lower Dularge Levee West Emergency Rehabilitation Project) for $32,148.80
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Low Land Construction (Lower Dularge Flood Control Phase 3 Segment A 2023 Emergency Work Project) for $41,250.00
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Construction Site Specialties, LLC (Reach G-2 Levee Rehabilitation Segment B) for $217,000.00
• Accepted adjustments to contract alignments for Hurricane Francine recovery pending legal review
• Approved meeting minutes dated September 18, 2024

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The board will hear a Hurricane Francine update from management, review invoices for the HNC Lock Complex (Phase 2), and consider two resolutions: one supporting federal legislation S. 373 by Senator Cassidy, and another supporting partial substantial completion for Onshore Materials, LLC on the Reach E Rehabilitation project. A potential executive session is listed to discuss pending litigation, including four named cases.

• Hurricane Francine update by Trey Middleton
• Resolution No. 24-020 in favor of proposed federal legislation S. 373 by Senator Bill Cassidy
• Resolution No. 24-021 in support of partial substantial completion for Onshore Materials, LLC on Reach E Rehabilitation Segment 1 and Segment 2
• Authorization to advertise for bids for the Bayou Petit Caillou Floodgate (Cocodrie) Dry Dock Maintenance Project
• Potential executive session to discuss four pending or potential litigation cases

The Board passed resolutions supporting federal coastal funding legislation and partial substantial completion for Onshore Materials, LLC. They also authorized bidding for dry dock maintenance at the Bayou Petit Caillou Floodgate. Management and engineering consultants provided updates on project impacts from Hurricane Francine.

• Approved meeting minutes from September 4 and September 10, 2024
• Accepted Financial Report FME 31 August 2024
• Approved operating and engineering invoices for payment
• Passed Resolution No. 24-020 supporting federal legislation by Senator Bill Cassidy regarding coastal funding
• Passed Resolution No. 24-021 supporting partial substantial completion for Onshore Materials, LLC (Reach E Rehabilitation Segment 1 and Segment 2)
• Authorized advertising for bids for Bayou Petit Caillou Floodgate (Cocodrie) dry dock maintenance project

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District is holding an emergency meeting to discuss and possibly adopt Resolution No. 24-019, which would declare an emergency due to approaching Tropical Storm Francine. The meeting includes public comments before the board takes action.

• Discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 24-019 – Declaration of Emergency for Tropical Storm Francine

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District held an emergency meeting to address Tropical Storm Francine. The board passed a resolution supporting a Declaration of a State of Emergency. Staff provided reports on current and future storm preparations.

• Passed Resolution No. 24-019 supporting a Declaration of a State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Francine (unanimous)

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will discuss equipment purchases and project invoices. The body is reviewing several million dollars in payments for the HNC Lock Complex and potential litigation strategy in executive session.

• Sealevel Invoice Pay App. No 2 (HNC-P2-C002) for $5,479,470.78
• APTIM Invoice #642809 (CA & Inspection HNC-P2-S002) for $340,688.00
• Purchase of John Deere 6140M Cab Tractor for $131,207.92
• Purchase of Tiger Model Bengal Hydraulic Rotary Boom Mower for $100,762.56
• Change Order No. 3 for Reach G-2 Segment A Rehabilitation Project for $32,938.18

The Board approved several high-value invoices for levee and lock projects, including a $5.4M payment to Sealevel. Members also authorized the purchase of a tractor and a rotary boom mower and passed a resolution regarding the Coastal Protection and Restoration Fund.

• Approved $5,479,470.78 Sealevel Invoice #23105-2 for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 Project
• Approved $340,688.00 APTIM Invoice #642809 for HNC Lock Complex CA & Inspection
• Approved $131,207.92 purchase of John Deere 6140M Cab Tractor
• Approved $100,762.56 purchase of Tiger Model Bengal hydraulic rotary boom mower
• Passed Resolution No. 24-018 regarding HB300 and the Coastal Protection and Restoration Fund
• Approved $32,938.18 Final and Balancing Change Order No. 3 for Reach G-2 Segment A Rehabilitation
• Authorized advertising for bids and quotes for the PAC Dock Maintenance Project
• Approved $75,000 Amendment No. 4 to All South engineering agreement for Lower Dularge East Levee Improvements Phase 3

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The Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District will hold a public meeting and regular board meeting. Key items include resolutions to adopt and set an adjusted millage rate, approval of a $760,591.40 invoice for the HNC Lock Complex Phase 2, and discussion of engineering agreements for the Bayou Pump Station and Wine Island Restoration projects. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Resolution No. 1: Adopt the adjusted millage rate
• Resolution No. 2: Set the adjusted millage rate and roll forward
• APTIM invoice #638184 for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2: $760,591.40
• Change Order No. 1 for 42" pump addition to Marmande Canal Pump Station: $5,242.30
• Discussion and possible action on engineering agreements for Bayou Black Pump Station and Wine Island Restoration

The Board adopted two resolutions setting the 2024 operations and maintenance millage rates. It also approved several engineering invoices, project change orders, and intergovernmental agreements for security and restoration projects.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1 for 2024 adjusted millage rate of 4.73 mills
• Adopted Resolution No. 2 for 2024 rolling forward millage rate of 4.89 mills
• Approved $760,591.40 APTIM Engineering invoice for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2
• Approved security patrol agreement with TPSO for Lt. Dakota Fitch (July 2024-June 2025)
• Approved $5,242.30 change order for Marmande Canal Pump Station Project
• Approved $226,950.00 change order for Low Land Construction material
• Approved $227,000.00 change order for Onshore Materials Reach E Rehabilitation
• Approved $10,900.00 amendment for Reach B Lift Project environmental permitting

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District is meeting to review project invoices and award new construction and engineering contracts. The body will also discuss intergovernmental agreements for pump station funding and various levee rehabilitation certifications.

• HNC Phase 2 Sealevel Construction Invoice #23105-1 for $8,451,367.57
• Award for Office/EOC Site Improvements (Phase 1) to Sealevel Construction, Inc. for $843,368.00
• Professional Engineering Services proposal from GIS Engineering, LLC for PAC Maintenance Dry Dock for $213,900.00
• Intergovernmental Agreement with TPCG for Bayou Black Pump Station Project
• Bid law compliance certifications for MTG Reach G-2A, MTG Lower Reach I Phase 2, and MTG Reach G-2C

The Board approved several construction payments and engineering contracts, including a large payment to Sealevel Construction. Members also passed four resolutions certifying bid law compliance and project completion. Authorization was granted for agreements regarding the Bayou Black Pump Station and Wine Island Restoration projects.

• Approved Sealevel Construction invoice #23105-1 for HNC Lock Complex in $8,451,367.57
• Approved Office/EOC Site Improvements (Phase 1) award to Sealevel Construction for $843,368.00
• Approved GIS Engineering, LLC contract for PAC Maintenance Dry Dock for $213,900.00
• Passed Resolutions 24-013, 24-014, and 24-015 certifying bid law compliance for MTG projects
• Passed Resolution 24-016 for Substantial Completion of Bayou Grand Caillou Floating Barge Gate resurfacing
• Authorized Intergovernmental Agreement with TPCG for Bayou Black Pump Station Project
• Authorized engineering agreement negotiations with GIS Engineering, LLC for Wine Island Restoration Project
• Authorized Professional Services Agreement to GIS Engineering, LLC for MTG Project Reach A permitting

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider awarding a construction contract for the Lower Dularge Levee West Emergency Rehabilitation Project and an intergovernmental agreement for a Flexi-Float Bridge for that project. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation, approve the executive director's employment contract, and consider a proposal for audit services. Other items include a resolution supporting substantial completion for a pump station addition and various project updates.

• Recommendation to award construction contract for Lower Dularge Levee West Emergency Rehabilitation Project
• Authorization for intergovernmental agreement with TPCG for Flexi-Float Bridge for Lower Dularge West project
• Potential executive session to discuss litigation in three cases
• Approval of executive director's employment contract
• Resolution No. 24-012 supporting substantial completion for Dupre Brothers on 42" Pump Addition to Marmande Canal Pump Station

The Board approved a construction contract for levee rehabilitation and authorized an agreement for bridge use. Other actions included approving the Executive Director's contract, audit services for 2024-2025, and a contract amendment for Hurricane Laura recovery.

• Approved $1,795,750.00 construction contract for Lower Dularge Levee West Emergency Rehabilitation Project to Onshore Materials
• Approved Executive Director contract for Angela Hidalgo
• Approved audit services proposal from Martin & Pellegrin for year 2024-2025
• Authorized Intergovernmental Agreement between TPCG and TLCD for Flexi-Float bridge use
• Passed Resolution No. 24-012 for Substantial Completion for Dupre Brothers (Marmande Canal Pump Station)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 for Low Land Construction Hurricane Laura contract
• Approved operating and engineering invoices for payment
• Accepted Financial Report FME 30 June 2024

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with LACPRA for engineering and design of Wine Island rehabilitation using segmented breakwater rocks. The board will also discuss awarding emergency repairs to the Lower Dularge Floodwall ($152,625) and consider change orders for levee improvements totaling over $366,000. Additionally, a recommendation to appoint Angela Hidalgo as Executive Director is on the agenda.

• Authorization for intergovernmental agreement with LACPRA for Wine Island rehabilitation and armoring
• Discussion and possible action to award emergency repairs to Lower Dularge Floodwall to Phoenix International ($152,625)
• Change Order No. 15 for Low Land Construction ($302,600) for Lower Dularge East Levee Improvements Phase 3 Segment A
• Change Order No. 19 for Low Land Construction ($63,800) for Lower Dularge East Levee Improvements Phase 3 Segment A
• Purchase of camera and prepaid services for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 ($18,812.18)

The board appointed Angela Hidalgo as the new Executive Director and authorized an agreement with the Louisiana CPRA for Wine Island rehabilitation. Several construction change orders and emergency repairs for the Lower Dularge Floodwall were approved. The board also approved various equipment purchases and operating invoices.

• Appointed Angela Hidalgo as Executive Director
• Authorized IGA with Louisiana CPRA for Wine Island rehabilitation and armoring
• Approved $152,625.00 for emergency repairs to Lower Dularge Floodwall (subject to legal approval)
• Approved $302,000.00 Change Order No. 15 for Low Land Construction (Lower Dularge East Levee Improvements Phase 3 Segment A)
• Approved $63,800.00 Change Order No. 19 for Low Land Construction (Lower Dularge East Levee Improvements Phase 3 Segment A)
• Approved $18,812.18 purchase of camera and prepaid services for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Onshore Materials (Reach G-2 Rehabilitation) for 48 calendar days
• Approved operating and engineering invoices for payment

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget, consider a $91,516.62 mitigation servitude purchase near Reach E, and discuss declaring an emergency on Lower Dularge West. The board will also consider awarding emergency services contracts for the 2024 hurricane season and approve change orders totaling $444,643.75 for levee embankment work. A potential executive session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation.

• Public hearing on proposed budget for FY ending June 30, 2025 (Resolution No. 24-010)
• Discussion and possible action to purchase a mitigation servitude on property of Burt Theriot near Reach E for $91,516.62 with a $5,000 option for additional acreage
• Resolution No. 24-011 — discussion and possible action declaring an emergency on Lower Dularge West
• Change Order No. 1 for Lirette Dirt Services: $28,643.75 for embankment transport to Lower Dularge Levee and $416,000.00 for transport from Aragon Road borrow site
• Recommendation for award of emergency services contracts for land and marine operations for the 2024 hurricane season

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The Board declared a state of emergency for the Lower Dularge West Levee due to erosion and elevation risks ahead of the 2024 hurricane season. The Board also approved the FYE June 30, 2025 proposed budget and an amendment to the FYE June 30, 2024 budget.

• Declared emergency on Lower Dularge West Levee (Resolution No. 24-011)
• Approved proposed budget FYE 30 June 2025 (Resolution No. 24-010)
• Approved amended budget FYE 30 June 2024 (Resolution No. 24-009)
• Approved $91,516.62 purchase of mitigation servitude from Burt Theriot
• Awarded emergency services contracts for 2024 hurricane season to Onshore Materials, Low Land Construction, Sealevel Construction, Dupre Brothers, and Chet Morrison
• Awarded Lower Dularge Levee West engineering contract to All South Consultants, LLC
• Approved $416,000.00 Change Order No. 1 for Lirette Dirt Services (Aragon Road Borrow site)
• Approved $28,643.75 Change Order No. 1 for Lirette Dirt Services (Knight Borrow pit)

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will hold a public meeting to discuss and potentially approve several key items, including a $1,044,200 emergency repair contract for the Lower Dularge Floodwall and emergency services contracts for the 2024 hurricane season. The board will also hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for FYE June 30, 2025, and consider a resolution to amend the current year's budget. Additionally, they will review an amendment to the HNC Lock Complex project totaling $2,721,531 and discuss pending litigation in executive session.

• Discussion and possible action to award emergency repairs to Lower Dularge Floodwall to Sealevel Construction, Inc. for $1,044,200
• Amendment No. 14 for HNC Lock Complex Project - Phase 2 in the amount of $2,721,531
• Public hearing on proposed budget for FYE June 30, 2025 (Resolution No. 24-010)
• Award of insurance renewal proposals
• Potential executive session to discuss pending litigation (four cases listed)

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The Board approved two insurance proposals totaling $445,063.30 and the purchase of a 12-passenger van. Members also accepted legal counsel's recommendation regarding a specific litigation case and tabled a vote on amended budgets.

• Approved purchase of 12-passenger van from Terrebonne Ford for $63,504.83
• Approved USI proposal for Worker’s Comp and marine coverages for $142,402.08
• Approved Option #1 for general, property, and cyber liability coverages for $302,661.22
• Tabled vote on amended and proposed budgets until next meeting
• Approved Operating and Engineering Invoices for payment
• Accepted legal counsel recommendation for Case No. 191674 32nd Judicial Court
• Approved moving next board meeting to June 18, 2024
• Approved May 15, 2024 meeting minutes

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will vote on awarding the MTG Lower Reach I Levee Lift Phase 1 project to Sealevel Construction for $2,514,214. They will also consider a proposal to replace or upgrade a leased tri-axle dump truck, approve operating and engineering invoices, and discuss pending litigation in a potential executive session. Routine items include approval of minutes and public comments.

• Proposal to replace/upgrade the tri-axle dump truck currently leased from Southland Truck Leasing
• Motion to award MTG Lower Reach I Levee Lift Phase 1 to Sealevel Construction with a base bid of $2,514,214
• Potential executive session to discuss pending litigation: Kathleen Powell et al., Dewey F. Aucoin et al., and Pontchartrain Partners LLC cases
• Amendment No. 2 to engineering agreement for Reach K Phase 2 Dredging Project for $107,000
• Change Order No. 9 and No. 10 for HNC Lock Complex (additional material and retention of Flexi Float system)

The Board approved a $2.5M contract for the MTG Lower Reach I Levee Lift Phase 1 Project. Members also authorized several change orders and amendments for levee and lock complex projects. The Board approved the purchase of a new 2024 tri-axle dump truck.

• Awarded MTG Lower Reach I Levee Lift Phase 1 Project to Sealevel Construction for $2,514,214.00
• Approved purchase of a new 2024 tri-axle dump truck to replace a leased vehicle
• Approved APTIM Engineering Agreement Amendment No. 13 for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 (Not to Exceed $3,550,982.00)
• Approved Angelette Design, LLC Change Order No. 9 for Reach L for $1,416,350.00
• Approved Angelette Design, LLC Change Order No. 10 for Reach L for $1,504,230.00
• Approved splitting Reach K Phase 2 Dredging Project Amendment No. 2 into two amendments
• Approved Financial Report FME 30 April 2024
• Rescheduled July 3, 2024 meeting to July 1, 2024

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will hold a public meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive management and finance reports. The finance committee will consider an APTIM invoice for $2,759.40 and approve operating and engineering invoices. The executive director may enter executive session to discuss pending litigation, including four cases. The planning committee will review a $4,051,315.00 change order for Sealevel Construction on the HNC Lock Complex and receive updates on several levee and floodgate projects.

• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2024
• APTIM Invoice #626035 (HNC 087) for $2,759.40
• Change Order No. 3 for Sealevel Construction in the amount of $4,051,315.00 for HNC Lock Complex
• Potential executive session for litigation: Kathleen Powell et al., Dewey F. Aucoin et al., Pontchartrain Partners LLC, and Gulf Inland Contractors case
• Updates on Reach B Levee Lift, Bayou Terrebonne Lock Improvements, Reach H2/H3 Levee Lift, and Placid & Bush Canal Floodgate Improvements

The board approved a change order for Sealevel Construction and authorized several engineering and operating invoice payments. Project updates were provided for various levee lifts and floodgate improvements.

• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Sealevel Construction for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 Project in the amount of $4,051,315.00
• Approved Aptim Engineering Invoice #626035 for $2,759.40 for HNC Lock Complex Project
• Approved Operating and Engineering Invoices for payment
• Approved meeting minutes dated April 17, 2024

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will review financial reports, engineering updates, and potential executive sessions regarding pending litigation. The board will also consider various contract amendments and change orders for levee rehabilitation and maintenance projects.

• Resolution 24-008: $250,000 cooperative endeavor with TPCG for Reach K Levee
• Change Order No. 5 for Onshore Materials: $548,650.00 for Reach K Rehabilitation Project
• Change Order No. 3 for Low Land Construction: $885,000.00 for Reach K Levee Segments
• Professional Services Agreement with T. Baker Smith: $58,000.00 limit for environmental permitting
• Contract Amendment for T. Baker Smith: $187,000.00 for Lower Reach I Levee Lift construction representation

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The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will consider a $150,000 amendment for the Lower Dularge Levee East Phase 3 project, authorize the purchase of seven radios for $20,300, and discuss a change order and substantial completion for the Bayou Petit Caillou rollergate project. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Amendment No. 3 to engineering agreement for Lower Dularge Levee East Phase 3 with a not-to-exceed amount of $150,000
• Authorization to purchase seven APX 7000 radios from Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office for $20,300
• Balancing Change Order No. 2 for Sealevel Construction on Bayou Petit Caillou Hwy. 56 Rollergate Improvements
• Resolution No. 24-007 granting substantial completion for Sealevel Construction on the same rollergate project
• Potential executive session to discuss four pending or potential litigation cases

The Board approved several project payments, a radio purchase, and a contract amendment. It also formally accepted the substantial completion of the Bayou Petit Caillou Hwy. 56 Rollergate Improvements Project.

• Approved February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved Aptim Engineering Invoice #620044 for $2,639.00
• Approved Operating and Engineering Invoices for payment
• Authorized purchase of seven APX 7000 radios for $20,300.00
• Approved Deductive Balancing Change Order No. 2 for Sealevel Construction in the amount of ($6,682.20)
• Passed Resolution No. 24-007 granting Substantial Completion to Sealevel Construction for Bayou Petit Caillou Hwy. 56 Rollergate Improvements
• Approved Amendment No. 3 to All South’s Engineering Agreement for Lower Dularge Levee East Phase 3 Improvements with a NTE amount of $150,000.00

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The Terrebonne Levee & Conservation District will discuss and possibly act on several infrastructure projects, including awarding a $249,310 contract for a 42-inch pump addition to the Marmande Canal Pump Station and entering a $771,815 professional services agreement for the Island Road Ramp Replacement. The board will also consider resolutions for a permanent levee servitude for Reach A of the Morganza to the Gulf project and approval of emergency compensation related to Hurricane Ida. Additionally, the board may enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Award of quote for 42” pump addition to Marmande Canal Pump Station to Dupre Brothers Construction for $249,310.00
• Recommendation to enter professional services agreement with David Waitz Engineering & Surveying for Island Road Ramp Replacement for $771,815.55
• Resolution No. 24-006: Discussion and possible action to appropriate a permanent levee servitude for Reach A of the Morganza to the Gulf Hurricane Protection Project
• Resolution No. 24-005: Approval of past emergency compensation in connection with Hurricane Ida emergency
• Amendment No. 1 for professional engineering services for Bayou Black Reach 1, 2 and 3 after-the-fact permitting for $43,791.00

The Board approved several construction awards for pump additions and levee rehabilitation. It also authorized a professional services agreement for the Island Road Ramp replacement and approved a permanent levee servitude for Reach A.

• Approved Resolution No. 24-005 for Hurricane Ida emergency compensation
• Authorized work easement for Reach A borrow material source with St. Michel Plantation
• Approved Resolution No. 24-006 for permanent levee servitude for Reach A
• Awarded $249,310.00 to Dupre Brothers Construction for Marmande Canal Pump Station pump addition
• Awarded $328,800.00 to Onshore Materials, LLC for Lower Dularge East Levee Rehabilitation Project Phase 3-B
• Authorized up to $175,000.00 for hauling material from Knight Pit in Lower Dularge
• Approved $171,815.55 agreement with David Waitz Engineering & Surveying, Inc. for Island Road Ramp replacement
• Approved $43,791.00 amendment for GIS Engineering, LLC for Bayou Black After-the-Fact Permitting

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will discuss and potentially approve several project-related items, including a $1.42 million change order for Reach E rehabilitation, authorization to bid for the Reach I levee lift, and a resolution for partial substantial completion of the BPC Hwy. 56 Rollergate project. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Change Order No. 4 for Reach E Rehabilitation Segments 1 & 2 – $1,421,750.00
• Change Order No. 4 for Reach J-3 Rehabilitation – $38,500.30
• Authorization for T. Baker Smith, LLC to go to bid for Reach I Levee Lift Phase 1
• Resolution No. 24-004 granting partial substantial completion to Sealevel Construction for BPC Hwy. 56 Rollergate Improvements
• Potential executive session to discuss litigation in three pending cases

The Board approved several payments and contract amendments for levee and floodgate projects. It also granted partial substantial completion for the Bayou Petit Caillou Hwy. 56 Rollergate Improvements Project via Resolution No. 24-004.

• Approved $750,000 amendment to Delta Coast Consultants, LLC for Program Management Services
• Approved Resolution No. 24-004 granting partial substantial completion to Sealevel Construction for Bayou Petit Caillou Hwy. 56 Rollergate Improvements
• Approved $1,421,750.00 Change Order No. 4 for Onshore Materials, LLC (Reach E Rehabilitation Segments 1 & 2)
• Approved ($13,519,796.72) deductive Change Order No. 2 for Sealevel Construction (HNC Lock Complex Phase 2), pending CPRA approval
• Approved $38,500.30 Change Order No. 4 for Onshore Materials, LLC (Reach J-3 Rehabilitation)
• Authorized T. Baker Smith, LLC to go to bid for Reach I Levee Lift Phase 1 Project, subject to CPRA approval
• Approved Aptim Engineering Invoice #618362 for $27,450.92 (HNC Lock Complex Project)
• Approved Operating and Engineering Invoices for payment

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The board will hear a NOAA presentation on current modeling efforts, consider a $706,600 contract for Placid Canal and Bush Canal floodgate improvements, and vote on an emergency declaration for sheet pile damage at the Lower Dularge Floodgate. Other items include a $109,800 rock placement award and a potential executive session for pending litigation.

• Presentation from NOAA official regarding current modeling efforts
• Resolution No. 24-002: Declaration of Emergency on Lower Dularge Floodgate – Sheet Pile Damage
• Award of Quote for Placement of Rock at Boudreaux Canal Weir Structure to Sealevel Construction in the amount of $109,800
• Contract Proposal for Professional Engineering Services – Placid Canal and Bush Canal Floodgate Improvements in the amount of $706,600 (FEMA Reimbursable)
• Potential Executive Session to discuss pending litigation (three cases)

The District approved a $109,800 contract for rock placement at the Boudreaux Canal Weir Structure and granted final acceptance for work on the Reach G-2 Levee Rehabilitation. A declaration of emergency was issued for sheet pile damage at the Lower Dularge Floodgate.

• Approved Resolution No. 24-002 declaring emergency on Lower Dularge Floodgate sheet pile damage
• Awarded $109,800 quote to Sealevel Construction for rock placement at Boudreaux Canal Weir Structure
• Approved Resolution No. 24-003 granting final acceptance to Construction Site Specialties for Reach G-2 Levee Rehabilitation Segment C

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will review project updates, including a $66 million deductive change order for the HNC Lock Complex. The board will also consider various engineering change orders and potential executive session discussions regarding pending litigation.

• Resolution No. 24-001: A $66,101,601.00 deductive change order for the HNC Lock Complex Phase 2
• Change Order No. 3: $118,250.00 for onshore materials for Reach K Levee armament
• Change Order No. 8: $1,684,850.00 to increase flood protection height on Reach L Levee
• Invoice #616541: $44,291.10 payment to APTIM for HNC Lock Complex
• Amendment No. 3: $25,000.00 addition to GIS Engineering & Consulting Contract

The board certified compliance with state bid laws for the HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 and approved several change orders for levee and floodgate projects. Multiple invoices for engineering and operating costs were approved. The board also received the FYE June 2023 audit report.

• Passed Resolution No. 24-001 for HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 with final contract price of $328,571,569.00
• Approved $1,684,850.00 Change Order No. 8 for Onshore Materials, LLC (Reach L Levee Project)
• Approved $118,250.00 Change Order No. 1 for Onshore Materials, LLC (Reach K Levee)
• Approved $115,826.00 Change Order No. 2 for Sealevel Construction (Bayou Grand Caillou Floating Barge Gate)
• Approved $44,291.10 Aptim Engineering Invoice #616541
• Approved $33,635.00 Change Order No. 1 for Sealevel Construction (Bayou Petit Caillou Rollergate)
• Approved $28,320.00 Change Order No. 3 for Onshore Materials, LLC (Reach E Rehabilitation)
• Approved $25,000.00 Amendment No. 3 for GIS’ Engineering & Consulting’s Contract

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will vote on several significant contracts, including a $253.5 million award for the HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 project to Lirette Dirt Service, LLC, and a $124,350 engineering amendment for Reach H2/H3 embankment improvements. The board will also discuss a 3% COLA for employees, consider adopting a policy for electronic board meeting participation, and may enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Award of HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 to Sealevel Construction, Inc. in the amount of $404,790,579.00 (Base Bid) with Alternate No. 1 in the amount of ($34,395,145.00) and Alternate No. 2 in the amount of ($5,722,264.00), resulting in a total recommended contract price of $394,673,170.00
• Approval of the Purchase of a 15’ Bush Hog (Under State Contract) in the Amount of $26,858.00
• Invoice #615317 (APTIM — Construction) - HNC-P1-028 in the Amount of $187,716.30
• Award of Load and Transport Embankment from Aragon Road Borrow Site to Stockpile Locations Project to Lirette Dirt Service, LLC in the Amount of $253,500.00
• Approval of Engineering Amendment No. 1 — Reach H2/H3 Dredge and Stockpile in the Amount of ($138,992.50) - Carryover From 11/1/2023 Meeting

The board awarded the HNC Lock Complex Phase 2 Project to Sealevel Construction for a net contract amount of $328,917,369.00. Other actions included approving a dirt service contract and several engineering amendments. The board also adopted a revised policy for electronic participation in meetings.

• Awarded HNC Project Phase 2 to Sealevel Construction for $328,917,369.00 (Passed without objection)
• Awarded embankment load and transport project to Lirette Dirt Service, LLC for $253,500.00 (Passed without objection)
• Approved purchase of 15’ bush hog for $26,858.00 (Passed without objection)
• Approved APTIM Engineering invoice #615317 for $187,716.30 (Passed without objection)
• Approved GIS’ Engineering Amendment No. 1 for Reach H2/H3 Dredge and Stockpile Project for ($138,992.50) (Passed without objection)
• Approved GIS’ Engineering Amendment No. 1 for Reach H2/H3 Levee Improvements Project for $124,350.00 (Passed without objection)
• Adopted revised Participation in Board Meetings Electronically policy (Passed without objection)
• Approved January 10, 2024 meeting minutes (Passed without objection)

Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District

The Terrebonne Levee and Conservation District will review the 2024 salary schedule and various engineering and operating invoices. The board will also consider a mitigation land agreement with LADNR and a change order for levee rehabilitation work.

• Approval of 2024 Salary Schedule effective January 1, 2024
• Payment of $83,997.44 invoice for HNC Lock Complex (APTIM-Design)
• Construction Site Specialties, LLC change order for Reach G-2C Levee Rehabilitation in the amount of ($49,307.02)
• Agreement with LADNR to pay $20,094.20 for 0.31 acres of mitigation for H2/H3 Hurricane Ida FEMA Repair Project
• Appointment of CFO/Deputy Executive Director

The board approved the 2024 salary schedule with a 3% cost of living adjustment and appointed Angela Hidalgo as Deputy Executive Director. Several project invoices and a mitigation fee for FEMA repairs were approved. The board also set the next meeting date for January 24, 2024.

• Approved 2024 Salary Schedule and organizational chart with 3% cost of living adjustment
• Approved Aptim Engineering Invoice #613683 for $83,997.44 (HNC Lock Complex Project)
• Approved Operating and Engineering Invoices for payment
• Appointed Angela Hidalgo to Deputy Executive Director
• Approved Final Balancing Change Order No. 1 for Construction Site Specialties, LLC in the amount of ($49,307.02)
• Approved January 24, 2024 as the date for the second board meeting
• Authorized $20,094.20 payment to LADNR for mitigation for H2/H3 Hurricane Ida FEMA Repair Project
• Approved meeting minutes dated December 18, 2023