Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners public meetings in 2025

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts for emergency services, software licensing, and infrastructure projects. A significant portion of the agenda focuses on engineering, utility relocation, and cost increases for the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT). The board will also consider a settlement agreement regarding a lawsuit against MW Industrial Services, Inc.

• Contract with All South Consulting Engineers, LLC for disaster recovery services up to $2,000,000
• Contract with DRC Emergency Services, LLC for debris removal up to $1,000,000
• Purchase of four diesel engine generators from Arcco Power Systems for $525,760.12
• Software licensing agreement with Dell Corp. for Microsoft Office 365 for $479,094.69
• Agreement with New Orleans Public Facility Management, Inc. for cruise parking at $10 per vehicle per day

The Board approved several contracts and cost increases related to the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) and emergency debris removal. Other actions included approving a settlement agreement with MW Industrial Services, Inc. and renewing software licenses.

• Approved contracts with DRC Emergency Services, LLC and Dynamic Group, LLC for debris removal, not to exceed $1,000,000 each (Unanimous)
• Approved $2M contract with All South Consulting Engineers, LLC for damage assessment and disaster recovery (Unanimous)
• Approved $180,000 agreement with Entergy Louisiana, LLC for LIT power feed study (Unanimous)
• Approved $170,000 agreement with Atmos Energy Corporation for LIT gas line relocation (Unanimous)
• Approved contract increases for LIT: $500,000 for Ardurra Group, Inc., $250,000 for Design Engineering, Inc., and $81,800 for Linfield, Hunter & Junius, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $479,094.69 software licensing agreement with Dell Corp. for Microsoft Office 365 (Unanimous)
• Approved $525,760.12 contract with Arcco Power Systems for four diesel generators (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement in the matter of Port of New Orleans v. MW Industrial Services, Inc. (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several contracts for police equipment, bridge repairs, and site demolition. The board is also considering a lease agreement for property near the Perry Street Wharf and revisions to the FMC Tariff.

• Contract with Total Wrecking & Environmental, LLC for $634,725 for site demolition at 6230 Bienvenue Street
• Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $207,271.57 for Harbor Police Department body-worn cameras
• Contract with Bluewater Electric, LLC for $190,000 for two motors for the St. Claude Avenue Bridge
• Lease agreement with John W. Stone Oil Distributor, LLC for property adjacent to Perry Street Wharf
• Revision of the Board’s FMC Tariff, T-No. 2

The Board of Commissioners approved multiple operational contracts, including equipment for the Harbor Police and the St. Claude Avenue Bridge. They also authorized a lease agreement for property adjacent to the Perry Street Wharf and revised the Board's FMC Tariff.

• Approved $207,271.57 contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Harbor Police body-worn cameras (Unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with John W. Stone Oil Distributor, LLC for property adjacent to Perry Street Wharf (Unanimous)
• Approved $634,725 contract with Total Wrecking & Environmental, LLC for site demolition at 6230 Bienvenue Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $190,000 contract with Bluewater Electric, LLC for two St. Claude Avenue Bridge motors (Unanimous)
• Approved revision of the Board’s FMC Tariff, T-No. 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved October 2025 consolidated financial statements (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved a lease assignment for property at 7000 Jourdan Road and authorized one-year insurance contracts for employees. Additionally, the Board expanded a consulting agreement with Harris, DeVille & Associates, Inc. and swore in new Commissioner Dale Revelle.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved September 2025 consolidated financial statements (Unanimous)
• Approved lease assignment from T Minerals, LLC to Omya, Inc. at 7000 Jourdan Road (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year health, dental, vision, and life insurance contracts with United Healthcare and Guardian Life Insurance (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Harris, DeVille & Associates, Inc. consulting agreement to increase cost to $200,000 (Unanimous)
• Administered oath of office to new Commissioner Dale Revelle

Board of Commissioners

The Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve financial statements, a lease assignment from T Minerals to Omya at 7000 Jourdan Road, new health insurance contracts with United Healthcare and Guardian Life, and a consulting agreement amendment increasing costs to $200,000. The board will also swear in a new officer and receive reports from leadership.

• Accept consolidated financial statements for September 2025
• Approve lease assignment from T Minerals to Omya at 7000 Jourdan Road
• Approve one-year health insurance contracts with United Healthcare and Guardian Life
• Approve $200,000 consulting agreement amendment with Harris, DeVille & Associates
• Administer oath of office to Mr. Dale S. Revelle

Nominating Committee

The Nominating Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend officers for the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans. These officers will serve from September 2025 through June 2026.

• Recommendation of officers for the Board of Commissioners for the term September 2025 through June 2026

The Nominating Committee approved a ballot of officers to be voted on by the full Board. The proposed officers will serve nine-month terms from September 2025 through June 2026.

• Approved proposed ballot of Jeanne E. Ferrer as Vice-Chair and Darryl D. Berger as Secretary-Treasurer (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on several financial and operational resolutions, including accepting consolidated financial statements, authorizing disaster response contracts, purchasing police vehicles, and approving a Medicare Advantage plan for retirees. The board will also discuss compliance with auditors and a cooperative agreement with the Louisiana Department of Transportation.

• Accept consolidated financial statements for August 2025
• Approve $3M disaster restoration contracts with Guarantee Restoration Services and BELFOR USA Group
• Purchase five Harbor Police Department vehicles for up to $278,125
• Approve one-year Medicare Advantage plan contract with United Healthcare
• Authorize cooperative agreement with Louisiana DOTD for funding disbursement

The Board approved several service contracts, including disaster restoration and health insurance. It also authorized the purchase of five police vehicles and elected new board officers. Eight residents expressed opposition to a lease with Sunrise Foods International, Inc. during public comment.

• Approved contracts with Guarantee Restoration Services, LLC and BELFOR USA Group, Inc. for disaster response not to exceed $3M each (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of five Harbor Police Department vehicles not to exceed $278,125 (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year Medicare Advantage Plan contract with United Healthcare Insurance Companies (Unanimous)
• Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (Unanimous; Commissioner Leger recused)
• Elected Jeanne E. Ferrer as Vice-Chair and Darryl D. Berger as Secretary-Treasurer (Unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 consolidated financial statements (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution confirming compliance with Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s questionnaire (Unanimous)
• Authorized CEO to enter into investment, depository, retirement, and revolving credit transactions (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners will meet to hear the CEO’s report, approve July 2024 minutes, and vote on several contracts and lease amendments. The board will also enter closed session to discuss pending litigation involving the port.

• Accept consolidated financial statements for July 2025
• Approve $30M, 3-year construction-management contract with Royal Engineers and Consultants for the Louisiana International Terminal Project
• Award $1.29M roofing contract to Complete Roofing, LLC for cranes at Nashville-Napoleon Terminal Complex
• Amend berthing agreement with Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL Bahamas) Ltd.
• Amend lease at 7300-C Jourdan Road for American Cruise Lines, Inc. to add a five-year renewal option

The Board approved several contracts for terminal improvements and cruise line agreements. It also appointed a Nominating Committee to propose new officers for the September meetings.

• Approved contract with Royal Engineers and Consultants, L.L.C. for Louisiana International Terminal Project construction management, not to exceed $30,000,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,286,600 contract to Complete Roofing, LLC for Nashville-Napoleon Terminal Complex Cranes 8 and 9 Trolley Rail Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to berthing agreement with NCL (Bahamas) Ltd. d/b/a Norwegian Cruise Line (Unanimous)
• Approved lease amendment for American Cruise Lines, Inc. at 7300-C Jourdan Road to add a five-year renewal option (Unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 consolidated financial statements (Unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioners Murphy, Carter, and Williams to the Nominating Committee

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several contract approvals and lease agreements. Key items include wharf repairs and transportation corridor developments.

• Contract with Boh Bros. Construction Co., L.L.C. for Louisiana Ave., Harmony St., and Seventh St. Wharf Repairs not to exceed $800,000
• Contract amendment for Design Engineering, Inc. regarding East St. Bernard Highway and utilities for the Louisiana International Terminal to increase cost by $850,000
• Lease agreement with Continental Cement Company, L.L.C. for 2315 France Street
• Agreement with Polaris Analytics & Consulting, L.L.C. for a collaborative marketing strategy not to exceed $248,840
• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for the St. Bernard Transportation Corridor

The Board approved a cooperative agreement to develop a joint marketing strategy with four other Lower Mississippi River ports, including a contract with Polaris Analytics & Consulting, L.L.C. Other approved actions included wharf repairs, a property lease, and transportation corridor agreements.

• Approved joint marketing strategy agreement with four other river ports and contract with Polaris Analytics & Consulting, L.L.C. up to $248,840 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Boh Bros. Construction Co., L.L.C. for wharf repairs at Louisiana Ave., Harmony St., and Seventh St. not to exceed $800,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $850,000 cost increase for Design Engineering, Inc. regarding East St. Bernard Highway relocation for Louisiana International Terminal (Unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with Continental Cement Company, L.L.C. for 2315 France Street (Unanimous)
• Approved increasing Prime Business Advisory Solutions, L.L.C. financial consulting contract to $275,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to J. Bennett Recruiting, L.L.C. agreement for Chief Engineering Officer search (Unanimous)
• Approved cooperative agreement with Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for St. Bernard Transportation Corridor (Unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes and consolidated financial statements (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the FY26 consolidated financial and operating plan and vote on several contracts. The board will also consider declaring The New Orleans Advocate the official journal for FY26.

• Accept FY25 consolidated financial statements
• Approve FY26 consolidated financial and operating plan
• Authorize $1.5M contract with Horizon Engineering for wharf substructure repairs on Louisiana Ave., Harmony St., and Seventh St.
• Accept project completion with Centric Gulf Coast for Nashville Terminal conversion and crane rail extension
• Declare The New Orleans Advocate the official journal for FY26

The Board approved the Consolidated Financial and Operating Plan for Fiscal Year 2026 and a construction management contract for wharf repairs. The Board also accepted May 2025 financial statements and project completion for the Nashville Terminal conversion.

• Approved Consolidated Financial and Operating Plan for Fiscal Year 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Horizon Engineering, LLC for wharf substructure repairs not to exceed $1,500,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved project completion with Centric Gulf Coast, Inc. for Nashville Terminal conversion electrical and paving (Unanimous)
• Approved The New Orleans Advocate as the official journal for Fiscal Year 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved consolidated financial statements for May 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review financial statements and vote on several contract renewals and amendments. The meeting includes a closed executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits involving St. Bernard Parish.

• Workers’ Compensation Insurance Policy renewal with LWCC at an estimated cost of $720,982
• Contract amendment not to exceed $1,156,931.22 with Orion Industrial Construction, LLC for Nashville B Wharf Substructure Repairs
• Consulting Agreement amendment with Paragon Partners Consultants, Inc. to increase total cost to $202,000
• Discussion of St. Bernard Parish School Board v. Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Docket No. 24-0892)
• Discussion of St. Bernard Parish Government v. Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Docket No. 23-1006)

The Board approved several financial and infrastructure contracts, including substructure repairs for Nashville B Wharf. The Board also reaffirmed its commitment to discuss the future and potential acquisition of W. Smith Jr. Elementary School with St. Bernard Parish officials.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 consolidated financial statements (Unanimous)
• Approved workers’ compensation insurance renewal with LWCC for estimated $720,982 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment up to $1,156,931.22 for Orion Industrial Construction, LLC for Nashville B Wharf substructure repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved consulting agreement amendment with Paragon Partners Consultants, Inc. to increase total cost to $202,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to engage in discussions regarding the future and potential acquisition of W. Smith Jr. Elementary School (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting to accept financial statements, vote on a $567,777 contract for Nashville Wharf shed repairs, recognize National Maritime Day, and authorize a new lease for TCI Tank Logistics at 4001 Alvar Street.

• Accept consolidated financial statements for March 2025
• Approve $567,777 contract with Ray Bros., Inc. for Nashville Wharf shed repairs
• Recognize May 22, 2025 as National Maritime Day and May 2025 as Maritime Month
• Authorize new lease with TCI Tank Logistics, LLC for 4001 Alvar Street property

The Board of Commissioners approved several contracts, including repairs for hurricane damage and advisory services for the Louisiana International Terminal project. The Board also authorized a new lease agreement for property on Alvar Street and recognized National Maritime Day.

• Approved $567,777 contract to Ray Bros., Inc. for Nashville Wharf Sheds 'A' and 'B' repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with CAVU Enterprises, LLC for Louisiana International Terminal construction advisory services, not to exceed $180,000 (Unanimous)
• Authorized termination of existing lease and entry into new lease with TCI Tank Logistics, LLC for 4001 Alvar Street (Unanimous)
• Approved consolidated financial statements for March 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing May 22, 2025, as National Maritime Day and May 2025 as Maritime Month (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve financial statements, a one-year elevator maintenance contract, and discuss pending litigation in closed session.

• Accept Consolidated Financial Statements for February 2025
• Approve $315,000 contract with A-1 Elevator Service, LLC for elevator/escalator maintenance and repair with two one-year renewal options
• Closed session to discuss litigation: Jeffrey S. Wittenbrink, Jr. and Holy Cross Neighborhood Association, Inc. v. Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners (Case No. 2024-11636) in Orleans Civil District Court

The Board approved a maintenance contract for elevators and escalators and accepted February 2025 financial statements. The Board also held a closed executive session regarding a lawsuit filed by the Holy Cross Neighborhood Association.

• Approved contract with A-1 Elevator Service, LLC for maintenance and repair not to exceed $315,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved consolidated financial statements for February 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Entered closed executive session to discuss Jeffrey S. Wittenbrink, Jr. and Holy Cross Neighborhood Association, Inc. v. The Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing the sale of up to $100 million in revenue bonds to fund the Capital Investment Plan and refund previous notes. The board will also review several maintenance contracts and insurance renewals.

• Sale of up to $100 million of Series 2025A, 2025B, and 2025C Revenue Bonds
• Insurance renewals not to exceed $9,004,828 via Arthur J Gallagher Risk Management Services, LLC
• Contract for Tuna Construction, LLC for $781,000 for Harmony Street and Seventh Street Wharf Shed doors
• Contract for Star Service, Inc. for $206,890 for Cranes 8 and 9 HVAC replacement
• Contract for Core Lifting of Lafayette, LLC for $178,285 for Crane 9 Headblock Replacement

The Board approved the sale of up to $100 million in revenue bonds to fund its Capital Investment Plan and refund previous notes. Other actions included renewing comprehensive insurance policies and awarding several infrastructure repair contracts. The Board also approved a settlement agreement in the Bryan Poole, Sr. legal matter.

• Approved sale of up to $100M in Series 2025A, 2025B, and 2025C Revenue Bonds (Unanimous)
• Approved insurance renewals at a not-to-exceed cost of $9,004,828 (Unanimous)
• Approved $781,000 contract to Tuna Construction, LLC for wharf shed door replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $206,890 contract to Star Service, Inc. for HVAC replacement on Cranes 8 and 9 (Unanimous)
• Approved $178,285 contract to Core Lifting of Lafayette, LLC for Crane 9 headblock replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved maturity extension to May 1, 2025, for Series 2021A $30M taxable subordinate lien revenue notes (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement for Bryan Poole, Sr. v. Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Unanimous)
• Approved January 2025 consolidated financial statements (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Port of New Orleans Board of Commissioners will decide on multiple financial resolutions related to the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) project, including new contracts and amendments to existing agreements. The meeting will also consider routine approvals such as financial statements and security services.

• $1,308,000 contract with Berard Transportation for Crane 7 decommissioning
• $190,000 reimbursement agreement with Verizon for facility relocation on East St. Bernard Highway
• $575,000 increase to Ardurra Group engineering contract for LIT access and drainage
• $760,000 increase to Design Engineering contract for East St. Bernard Highway relocation
• $3,100,000 increase to HDR Engineering program management contract for LIT

The Board unanimously approved several contract amendments and new agreements primarily supporting the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT). The Board also authorized a grant application for the Alabo Terminal Revitalization Project despite public opposition. Other approvals included a crane decommissioning contract and security services.

• Approved $1,308,000 contract to Berard Transportation, Inc. for Crane 7 Decommissioning (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with LADOTD for LA Highway 39 engineering and construction near LIT (Unanimous)
• Approved $190,000 reimbursement agreement with Verizon to relocate facilities for LIT (Unanimous)
• Approved contract amendments for LIT services: Ardurra Group (+$575,000), Design Engineering (+$760,000), Linfield, Hunter, & Junius (+$267,000) (Unanimous)
• Approved contract amendments for LIT: HDR Engineering (+$3,100,000) and AECOM Technical Services (+$2,519,725) (Unanimous)
• Approved application to Louisiana Port Construction and Development Priority Program for Alabo Terminal Revitalization Project (Unanimous)
• Approved up to $2,500,000 for the acquisition of three additional properties for the LIT project (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year security guard contract with Allied Universal Security Services not to exceed $650,000 (Unanimous)