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Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners, LA

Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners public meetings in 2023

23 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 14, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Port of New Orleans considers contract increases for International Terminal project

The Board of Commissioners will review proposed contract amendments for the Louisiana International Terminal Project. The meeting includes the acceptance of November 2023 financial statements and an announcement regarding a future lease agreement.

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✓ Decided: Port of New Orleans approves $3.4M in contract increases for terminal project

The Board approved two contract amendments for the Louisiana International Terminal project. These actions increased funding for program management and geotechnical services. The Board also accepted the November 2023 financial statements.

Thu Nov 16, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Port of New Orleans Board to consider revisions to FMC Tariff T-No. 2

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial statements and consider a resolution regarding the port's tariff. The meeting includes a report from the President and CEO and a period for public comment.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes revision of FMC Tariff, T-No. 2

The Board of Commissioners approved the revision of the Board’s FMC Tariff, T-No. 2. The Board also accepted the consolidated financial statements for October 2023 and approved the previous month's meeting minutes.

Thu Oct 19, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on employee insurance contracts and multiple service agreements

The Board of Commissioners will consider several action items including health insurance contracts, environmental and oil spill response services, and a five-year lease with Folger Coffee Company. They will also discuss pending litigation in closed session. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: Port of New Orleans approves multiple service contracts and cruise terminal parking

The Board approved several as-needed professional service contracts for oil spill response, environmental compliance, and permitting. It also authorized a five-year lease with The Folger Coffee Company and parking management agreements for two cruise terminals.

Tue Sep 26, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Port of New Orleans considers several million-dollar infrastructure contracts

The Board of Commissioners will review several contract awards and amendments for wharf repairs, bridge work, and terminal planning. The meeting includes decisions on insurance for retirees and agreements with the Department of the Army and state transportation officials.

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✓ Decided: Port of New Orleans approves multiple infrastructure and terminal projects

The Board approved several construction contracts for wharf and bridge repairs and authorized funding for the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) project. The Board also approved a Medicare Advantage Plan for retirees and accepted August 2023 financial statements.

Tue Sep 26, 2023

Executive Committee

Port of New Orleans Executive Committee to receive dredging briefing

The Executive Committee of the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans will meet to conduct a briefing on dredging. The meeting also includes time for public comment.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee received briefing on dredging and river levels

The Executive Committee met for a briefing on berthing maintenance and dredging within Board facilities. Staff provided information on operational considerations, tracking systems, and depth limitations. No substantive decisions were made.

Thu Aug 24, 2023

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to discuss Hurricane Ida insurance claims and four lawsuits

The Port of New Orleans Executive Committee will receive a briefing on Hurricane Ida property insurance claims and then convene a closed executive session to discuss four pending lawsuits, including cases involving Coastal Cargo Company and St. Bernard Parish. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee holds closed session to discuss four legal matters

The Committee received a briefing on Hurricane Ida property insurance claims. Members voted unanimously to enter and then exit a closed executive session to discuss four specific lawsuits. No other substantive actions were taken.

Thu Aug 24, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Port of New Orleans considers $13.5 million for International Terminal Project

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on several contracts, lease assignments, and funding agreements. Key items include infrastructure modernization and the potential expansion of Foreign Trade Zone jurisdiction into St. Tammany Parish.

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✓ Decided: Port of New Orleans accepts $13.5M for International Terminal project

The Board approved several infrastructure and operational contracts, including funding for the Louisiana International Terminal and the Napoleon Avenue Wharf. The Board also authorized an application to expand Foreign Trade Zone jurisdiction into St. Tammany Parish.

Tue Jul 25, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on $5.65M in contracts for Louisiana International Terminal development

The Board of Commissioners will consider approving six contracts totaling up to $5.65 million for the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) site development, including construction management, rail realignment, drainage, and geotechnical services. They will also vote on amendments to increase costs for wharf repairs at Jourdan Road Terminal and Nashville Wharf. Other items include accepting June 2023 financial statements and confirming compliance with state auditing requirements.

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✓ Decided: Port of New Orleans approves multiple contracts for Louisiana International Terminal

The Board approved several construction and engineering contracts for the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) site development. The Board also approved contract amendments for wharf repairs and administered the oath of office to new member Todd P. Murphy.

Tue Jul 25, 2023

Executive Committee

Port of New Orleans Executive Committee meeting scheduled for July 25

The Executive Committee will meet to review financial information and governmental affairs updates. The committee will also hold a closed executive session regarding litigation involving Coastal Cargo Company, L.L.C.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee holds briefings on port strategy and procurement

The committee received updates on Louisiana State Legislature bills, combined cash flow, and small business procurement strategies. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made in open session.

Thu Jun 22, 2023

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to discuss three lawsuits and FY2024 budget in closed session

The Port of New Orleans Executive Committee will meet to discuss three pending lawsuits in a closed executive session and receive a briefing on the Fiscal Year 2024 Consolidated Financial Plan. The lawsuits involve Coastal Cargo Company, Stop the Destruction of St. Bernard, and the Delery family, all against the Port or related parties.

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Thu Jun 22, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Port of New Orleans Board considers financial plans and construction contracts

The Board of Commissioners will review the May 2023 consolidated financial statements and consider the fiscal year 2024 operating plan. Action items include several contract approvals for engineering, bridge inspection, and berthing agreements.

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Thu Jun 15, 2023

Executive Committee

✓ Decided: Executive Committee reviews Fiscal Year 2024 Consolidated Financial Plan

The Committee received a briefing on the Consolidated Financial and Operating Plan for Fiscal Year 2024 for the Board and the New Orleans Public Belt Commission. No formal votes were taken on the plan, as it is slated for adoption during a regular Board meeting.

Thu Jun 15, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Board considers lease agreement with QSL America, Inc.

The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a resolution authorizing the President and Chief Executive Officer to enter into a lease agreement. The proposed lease involves the First Street Wharf, Harmony Street Wharf, and Seventh Street Wharf.

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✓ Decided: Board approves lease agreement with QSL America, Inc.

The Board of Commissioners authorized the President and CEO to enter into a lease agreement with QSL America, Inc. This agreement covers the First Street, Harmony Street, and Seventh Street wharves.

Thu Jun 15, 2023

Nominating Committee

Nominating Committee to recommend board officers for June 2023-March 2024 term

The Port of New Orleans Nominating Committee will meet to discuss and recommend officers for the Board of Commissioners for the term June 2023 through March 2024. The meeting includes a call to order, public comment, and adjournment. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Nominating Committee proposes new Board officers for June 2023 through March 2024

The Nominating Committee unanimously approved a proposed ballot of officers to be voted on by the full Board. The proposed officers will serve nine-month terms starting after the June 22, 2023 Regular Board meetings.

Thu May 18, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on $24M paving contract for Nashville Avenue Terminal

The Board of Commissioners will consider seven action items, including a $24.2 million contract for Nashville Avenue Terminal paving, a $539,728 software licensing agreement, and a $2.4 million engineering contract for the Louisiana International Terminal. The meeting also includes approval of financial statements, an import tax credit program, a lease assignment, and a benefits broker agreement.

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✓ Decided: Port of New Orleans approves $24.2M paving project for Nashville Avenue Terminal

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including a major paving project and engineering services for the Louisiana International Terminal. The board also authorized software renewals and health benefit consulting services.

Thu Apr 27, 2023

Executive Committee

Port of New Orleans Executive Committee to review financial and capital updates

The Executive Committee of the Board of Commissioners will meet to receive a presentation on additional financial information. The meeting also includes an update on the Capital Investment Program.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee reviews financial reports and capital investment program

The Executive Committee received a quarterly report on combined cash flow, budget projections, and the status of the Capital Investment Program. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Thu Apr 27, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on $644,699 workers' comp insurance renewal and $635,000 wharf repair contract

The Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including renewing a workers' compensation insurance policy for $644,699 and awarding a $635,000 contract for pile bracing at Napoleon Avenue Wharf A. They will also vote on a resolution recognizing May 2023 as Maritime Month and administer the oath of office to two new commissioners.

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✓ Decided: Port of New Orleans approves wharf bracing and bridge engineering contracts

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including pile bracing for Napoleon Avenue Wharf A and engineering services for moveable bridges. The Board also renewed its workers' compensation insurance and swore in two new commissioners.

Thu Mar 23, 2023

Executive Committee

Port of New Orleans Executive Committee to hold closed session

The Executive Committee is meeting to conduct a closed executive session. The committee will discuss the Louisiana Avenue Complex and damages to the Julia Street Cruise Terminal.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee holds closed session on Louisiana Avenue and Julia Street

The Executive Committee convened a closed executive session to discuss the Louisiana Avenue Complex and damages to the Julia Street Cruise Terminal. No substantive actions or decisions were recorded in the open meeting.

Thu Mar 23, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Port of New Orleans Board considers insurance renewals and bridge repairs

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review several action items including bond interest rate conversions and insurance policy renewals. The agenda also includes contract approvals for infrastructure maintenance and software licensing.

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✓ Decided: Port of New Orleans approves $8.7M insurance renewal and various infrastructure contracts

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved several resolutions including insurance renewals, software licenses, and construction contracts. The board also authorized agreements for overflow cruise parking and a cooperative agreement for the St. Bernard Transportation Corridor Project.

Tue Feb 14, 2023

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to discuss St. Bernard litigation in closed session

The Executive Committee of the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans is meeting to conduct a closed executive session. The session focuses on the legal matter 'Stop the Destruction of St. Bernard, Inc., et al. v. Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans and St. Bernard Port, Harbor and Terminal District'.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee holds closed session regarding St. Bernard litigation

The Executive Committee met to conduct a closed executive session to discuss a pending court case involving Stop the Destruction of St. Bernard, Inc. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

Tue Feb 14, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on $4.98M contract for Nashville & Napoleon terminal repairs

The Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including a $4.98 million contract for trench drain repairs at the Nashville and Napoleon Terminal Complex and multiple contracts for the Louisiana International Terminal project. They will also vote on extending Carnival Cruise Lines' berthing agreement by four months and amending a lease on France Road.

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✓ Decided: Port Board approves $4.9M terminal repair contract and LIT project services

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major repair project for the Nashville and Napoleon Terminal Complex. They also authorized multiple contracts and amendments related to the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) project and extended agreements with Carnival Cruise Lines and SP Plus Corporation.

Thu Jan 19, 2023

Executive Committee

Port of New Orleans Executive Committee meeting on January 19, 2023

The Executive Committee will review financial updates and the Capital Investment Program. The agenda also includes presentations on auditor's reports and IT security status.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee reviews financial reports and cybersecurity status

The committee received reports on cash flow, the Capital Investment Program, and the Fiscal Year 2022 independent auditor's report. Members also reviewed cybersecurity procedures and held a closed executive session regarding Harmony Street Wharf.

Thu Jan 19, 2023

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on St. Bernard Transportation Corridor resolution and $264K software deal

The Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including a resolution to enter a $263,864.97 software licensing agreement with Carahsoft Technology Corp. for Salesforce, a lease agreement with QSL America at First Street and Alabo Street wharves, and a resolution committing to collaborate on new traffic infrastructure for the Louisiana International Terminal and St. Bernard Transportation Corridor. The board will also accept December 2022 financial statements and approve prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Port of New Orleans approves software license and infrastructure resolutions

The Board of Commissioners approved a software licensing agreement with Carahsoft Technology Corp. and a lease agreement with QSL America, Inc. The Board also certified construction requirements for the Nashville Avenue Terminal and committed to collaborating on traffic infrastructure for the Louisiana International Terminal.