Plaquemine public meetings in 2025
17 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to discuss infrastructure, insurance, and city ordinances. Key actions include amending a residential subdivision plat and renaming a portion of Fleniken Street.
- Ordinance to amend and establish water and sewer rates
- Purchase of a Jeep Grand Cherokee for the police department for approximately $37,000.00
- Proposal to rename a portion of Fleniken Street to Spivor Gordon Street
- Amendment to a plat for B.T. Mudbugs, L.L.C. regarding Tract A-11.9 Acres
- Amendment to the policy requiring Board approval for invoices exceeding $35,000.00
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to request grant consultants for U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration infrastructure funding. It adopted an ordinance renaming a portion of Fleniken Street to Spivor Gordon Street. The 2025‑2026 budget was amended to purchase a Jeep Grand Cherokee for the police department at approximately $37,000. The board also amended its invoice‑approval policy and designated United Health Care as the city’s health, dental and optical insurance carrier effective Jan 1 2026.
- Adopted resolution authorizing mayor to request grant consultants for PHMSA funding (yeas: Barbier, Carlin, Jones, LeBlanc, Courtade, Johnson; nays: none)
- Adopted ordinance renaming portion of Fleniken Street from W.W. Harleaux to Bayou Road to Spivor Gordon Street (yeas: Barbier, Carlin, Jones, LeBlanc, Courtade, Johnson; nays: none)
- Amended 2025‑2026 budget to include purchase of a Jeep Grand Cherokee for Police Department, approx $37,000 (yeas: Barbier, Carlin, Jones, LeBlanc, Courtade, Johnson; nays: none)
- Amended policy on board approval of invoices over $35,000 to exclude previously budgeted police and fire items (yeas: Barbier, Carlin, Jones, Courtade, Johnson; nays: LeBlanc)
- Acknowledged United Health Care as city’s health, dental and optical insurance carrier effective Jan 1 2026 (yeas: Barbier, Carlin, Jones, LeBlanc, Courtade, Johnson; nays: none)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and a special meeting on November 12, 2025. At the special meeting they will adopt a resolution authorizing the submission of Water Sector Program Phase 2 grant applications, approve several special‑use permits, and hire investigators to examine possible overcharging on a fire truck purchase. They will also approve a Class A retail liquor permit for Southern Chicks Westside and adopt other routine resolutions.
- Approve a special‑use permit for a daycare center at 58690 Iron Farm Road (applicant Sondra Washington)
- Approve a special‑use permit for a home‑based small engine repair business at 23030 Short Street (applicant David J. Cornelius)
- Approve a 2025 Class A retail liquor permit for Southern Chicks Westside at 22325 LA Highway 1 (owners Angel Erwing and Jacob Andre)
- Adopt a resolution authorizing Water Sector Program Phase 2 grant applications and related local match agreements
- Hire investigators Patrick W. Pendley and Don Barrett to examine possible overcharging on a fire truck purchased August 26, 2024
The Board of Selectmen adopted a resolution to canvass and declare the results of the October 11, 2025 special election, confirming that both Proposition 1 and Proposition 2, each renewing a 3.1‑mill special tax for ten years, were carried by majority vote. Proposition 1 funds the Police Department and Proposition 2 funds public buildings, each estimated to generate $133,000 annually. The resolution was approved unanimously with all six members voting yeas and no nays. Earlier, the city inspector reported that a special‑use permit for a daycare at 58690 Iron Farm Road met all requirements, and the Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special‑use permit for a home‑based small engine repair business at 23030 Short Street.
- Adopted resolution canvassing special election results and confirming renewal of two 3.1‑mill taxes (Yeas: Brent Barbier, Michael K. Carlin, Sr., Wanda B. Jones, Thomas D. LeBlanc, Shannon P. Courtade, Natasha S. Johnson; Nays: none)
- Special‑use permit for daycare at 58690 Iron Farm Road deemed to meet all requirements (inspector recommendation)
- Special‑use permit for home‑based small engine repair at 23030 Short Street approved by Planning and Zoning Commission
- Adjourned public hearing meeting at 6:20 p.m. (Yeas: Brent Barbier, Michael K. Carlin, Sr., Wanda B. Jones, Thomas D. LeBlanc, Shannon P. Courtade, Natasha S. Johnson; Nays: none)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Selectmen
The Mayor and Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss utility billing dynamics for the City of Plaquemine. The meeting includes a discussion with Susan Robbins from the Louisiana Rural Water Association.
- Discussion with Susan Robbins (Louisiana Rural Water Association) on water and sewer billing
- Discussion on utility billing dynamics for the City of Plaquemine
The Board heard a presentation on water and sewer billing from Susan Robbins of the Louisiana Rural Water Association, followed by a Q&A with Finance Director Lauren Berthelot and Utilities Director Paul Seawell, Jr. No formal actions on billing were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 8:09 p.m. by a motion that passed unanimously.
- Adjourned meeting at 8:09 p.m. (Yeas: Brent Barbier, Michael K. Carlin, Sr., Wanda B. Jones, Thomas D. LeBlanc, Natasha S. Johnson; Nays: none; Absent: Shannon P. Courtade)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Selectmen
The Mayor and Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and special meeting to address city finances. The body will consider final amendments to the 2024/2025 budget and the proposed 2025/2026 budget.
- Final amendments to the 2024/2025 fiscal budget
- Proposed 2025/2026 fiscal budget
- Resolution to amend the City of Plaquemine Pay Plan by Classification
The Board of Selectmen adopted the final amendments to the 2024/2025 fiscal budget (Ordinance 451) and approved the full 2025/2026 fiscal budget (Ordinance 452). A resolution was passed to amend the city pay plan by classification as outlined in the Personnel Manual Section 4.2. All budget votes were unanimous; the pay‑plan amendment passed with one dissenting vote.
- Adopted final amendments to 2024/2025 budget (Ordinance 451) – Yeas: all members, Nays: none
- Adopted 2025/2026 fiscal budget (Ordinance 452) – Yeas: all members, Nays: none
- Amended city Pay Plan by Classification (Personnel Manual §4.2) – Yeas: Barbier, Carlin, Jones, LeBlanc, Courtade; Nays: Johnson
- Adjourned public hearing at 6:20 p.m. – Yeas: all members, Nays: none
- Adjourned special meeting at 6:48 p.m. – Yeas: all members, Nays: none
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will consider resolutions for federal and state grant applications and a professional services agreement with Rostan Solutions, LLC. The meeting includes discussions on utility billing, sewer piping on Captain T.T. Harris, and personnel manual amendments.
- Intent to apply for FY20026-2027 Louisiana Community Development Block Grant
- Professional services agreement with Rostan Solutions, LLC for program management and debris monitoring
- Proposed renaming of a portion of Fleniken Street to Spivor Gordon
- Resolution to remedy ADA compliance deficiencies in public restrooms
- Authorization to purchase 6 pad mount transformers
The Board approved a Class T alcohol permit for a November event and adopted resolutions to pursue a Louisiana Community Development Block Grant and Capital Outlay funding. It also adopted an ADA restroom policy, a professional‑services contract, a street‑name change, a property lease, and an order for six pad‑mount transformers. All actions were adopted with recorded vote tallies.
- Approved Class T alcohol beverage permit for Drop‑All Productions (6‑0)
- Adopted resolution to apply for FY2026‑27 LCDBG grant (6‑0)
- Adopted resolution authorizing mayor to seek State Capital Outlay funding (6‑0)
- Adopted ADA restroom compliance resolution (5‑1)
- Approved professional services agreement with Rostan Solutions, LLC (6‑0)
- Approved renaming portion of Fleniken Street to Spivor Gordon Street (6‑0)
- Approved lease of city property adjacent to 58941 Bayou Road (6‑0)
- Authorized ordering six pad‑mount transformers (6‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen and Mayor will discuss amendments to the City of Plaquemine’s 2024‑2025 fiscal budget. They will also review the proposed fiscal budget for 2025‑2026. No decisions are indicated on the agenda.
- Discussion – City of Plaquemine 2024/2025 fiscal budget amendments
- Discussion – City of Plaquemine 2025/2026 proposed fiscal budget
The board discussed amendments to the 2024/2025 fiscal budget and the proposed 2025/2026 fiscal budget, but no formal actions were taken on either. The meeting was adjourned at 7:16 p.m. by a unanimous vote of all members. No other decisions were recorded.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and vote on a parcel amendment for Bultra Island, L.L.C., and approve alcohol beverage permits for two events. The meeting also includes presentations on community events and a discussion on utility billing.
- Public hearing and vote on Bultra Island parcel amendment
- Approve 2025 Class T Alcohol Beverage Permit for International Acadian Festival
- Approve 2025 Class T Alcohol Beverage Permit for Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association
- Acknowledge purchase of three police vehicles in 2025-2026 budget
- Discuss utility billing and sewer bills
The Board approved a parcel amendment for Bultra Island, L.L.C. to create two lots at 59005 Bayou Jacob Road. It also approved three Class T alcohol permits for upcoming events and adopted a motion to discuss utility billing. The Board acknowledged the purchase of three police vehicles in the upcoming budget and approved four invoices totaling $426,892.50.
- Approved parcel amendment for Bultra Island, L.L.C. to create two lots at 59005 Bayou Jacob Road (abstained: Thomas D. LeBlanc)
- Approved 2025 Class T alcohol permit for International Acadian Festival at Mark A. “Tony” Gulotta Bayou Waterfront Park (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 Class T alcohol permit for Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association LA 68 All Patriots Ride at Plaquemine Community Center (unanimous)
- Adopted motion to call a committee meeting to discuss utility billing (unanimous)
- Acknowledged purchase of three police vehicles in the 2025‑2026 budget (unanimous)
- Approved four invoices for payment: Comeaux Brothers Construction $290,700.00; Probilling & Funding Services Dodge Ram 1500 $38,096.25 each; MAPP Maintenance $60,000.00 (nay: Wanda B. Jones)
- Approved minutes of August 20, 2025 meetings as written (unanimous)
- Adjourned regular meeting at 7:43 p.m. (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and special meeting to address zoning variances, alcohol permits, and infrastructure funding. The body will consider grant applications for water treatment and sewer piping studies, as well as a policy for approving invoices over $35,000.
- Request for a 3-foot variance at 58610 Belleview Road for Joyce Hebert Estates
- Alcohol Beverage Permits for Catfish on the Bayou, L.L.C. and Boogie on The Bayou
- Proposed policy for approval of invoices over $35,000
- Grant applications for LDH water treatment and DRA rainwater intrusion study
- Motion to rescind the condemnation of property at 57736 Desobry Street
The Board approved a 3‑foot rear‑yard variance for 58610 Belleview Road and granted Class A and Class T alcohol beverage permits for two local businesses/events. It adopted a new policy for approving invoices over $35,000 and rescinded a prior condemnation of 57736 Desobry Street. The Board also authorized the mayor to apply for a LDH water‑treatment grant and a DRA grant, and approved hiring a surveyor to map city limits.
- Approved 3‑foot variance for 58610 Belleview Road (Joyce Hebert Estates) – unanimous
- Approved Class A Alcohol Beverage Permit for Catfish on the Bayou, LLC at 23400 Railroad Avenue – unanimous
- Approved Class T Alcohol Beverage Permit for Boogie on The Bayou event at 57845 Foundry Street – unanimous
- Adopted policy for approval of invoices over $35,000 and acknowledgment of routine payments – unanimous
- Rescinded July 8 condemnation of 57736 Desobry Street – unanimous
- Authorized mayor to apply for LDH grant/partially forgivable loan for water treatment – unanimous
- Designated Mayor John Barker to apply for and administer DRA grant – unanimous
- Approved hiring a surveyor to prepare official city‑limit map – unanimous
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Selectmen
The special meeting scheduled for August 5, 2025, was cancelled due to the absence of the Mayor and vital staff. The body intends to discuss fire protection services and a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement at the next regular meeting on August 19, 2025.
- Discussion of Plaquemine Fire Department responding to calls outside city limits
- Discussion of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Parish of Iberville and City of Plaquemine
Board of Selectmen
The Mayor and Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to decide on land use permits and subdivision corrections. The board will also discuss the intent of several properties and review the 2023/2024 audit report.
- Special Use Permit for a childcare center at 23640 Peters Street
- Minor subdivision correction for property at 24540 Ory Drive
- Condemnation hearing for property at 58719 Allen Street
- Confirmation that work, estimates, and invoices of $15,000 or more require Board approval
- Resurfacing of playground equipment at The Fortville Park with rubber material
The Plaquemine Board of Selectmen approved a special‑use permit for a childcare center at 23640 Peters Street. It also condemned properties at 58402 Long Street and 57736 Desobry Street, and granted owners of 57930 Court Street and 57838/57846 Canal Street compliance periods. The board re‑appointed Conrad L. Mire to the Fire and Police Civil Service Board, adopted a resolution naming a newspaper as the official journal, and the proposal to require board approval for invoices over $30,000 failed.
- Approved special‑use permit for childcare center at 23640 Peters Street (7‑0)
- Condemned property at 58402 Long Street (7‑0)
- Condemned property at 57736 Desobry Street (7‑0)
- Granted 30‑day compliance period for 57930 Court Street owner (7‑0)
- Granted 90‑day compliance period for 57838 & 57846 Canal Street owners (7‑0)
- Re‑appointed Conrad L. Mire to Fire and Police Civil Service Board (7‑0)
- Adopted resolution to designate a newspaper as official journal (7‑0)
- Failed to adopt invoice‑approval rule for amounts over $30,000 (2‑0, 4 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will consider the purchase of property at 24320 Ferdinand Street and 58220 Robertson Street. The body will also hold a condemnation hearing for a property in District 6 and discuss a nonprofit facility rental policy.
- Purchase of former Plaquemine Manor Nursing Home for not to exceed $50,000.00
- Condemnation hearing for property at 58723 Annex & N.J. Street
- Authorization to collect delinquent 2025 occupational license taxes
- Hiring of one student worker for the City Police Department
- Settlement of F. Barry Marionneaux, APLC vs. The City of Plaquemine ET AL
The Board adopted policies allowing agenda items to be submitted through the clerk’s office and to receive a preliminary agenda six days before meetings. It approved a $47,000 settlement of the F. Barry Marionneaux lawsuit (3‑2 vote) and authorized the City Attorney to collect delinquent 2025 occupational license taxes. Additional actions included condemning a property for code compliance, advertising for a depository/fiscal agent, declaring two Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles surplus, and accepting the resignation of the Public Works Director.
- Adopted policy to submit agenda items via clerk’s office (unanimous)
- Adopted policy for preliminary agenda six days prior (unanimous)
- Approved condemnation of 58723 Annex St to bring into code compliance (unanimous)
- Authorized advertising for bids for a depository/fiscal agent (unanimous)
- Declared two 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles surplus for online auction (unanimous)
- Approved $47,000 settlement of F. Barry Marionneaux lawsuit (3‑2)
- Authorized City Attorney to pursue collection of delinquent 2025 occupational license taxes (unanimous)
- Accepted resignation of Public Works Director Ivory Painia, III (acknowledged)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to decide on zoning permits and tax levies. The body will consider property acquisitions and a resolution for the 2025 DOTD TAP Program.
- Ordinance for levying and collection of 2025 ad valorem taxes
- Special Use Permit for Childcare & Learning Academy at 58126 Plaquemine Street
- Purchase of property adjacent to Southside Fire Station on Robertson Street for up to $50,000.00
- Purchase of a fire truck from the Town of Maringouin for $20,000.00
- Bid acceptance for the Evangeline Avenue Drainage Improvements Project
The Board approved a new ad valorem tax ordinance setting mill rates for general revenue, police and public buildings. It also approved a special‑use permit for a childcare academy, consolidated two lots on Stonewall Drive, and adopted resolutions for a drainage‑improvement bid, a rescue‑truck purchase, and support for a state transportation‑alternatives application. Additionally, the Board issued notices to begin condemnation of a property on Annex Street and to give owners of Allen Street 60 days to meet code requirements.
- Approved special use permit for Childcare & Learning Academy at 58126 Plaquemine Street (unanimous)
- Approved consolidation of lots 103 & 104 into Lot 103A on Stonewall Drive (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 449 levying ad valorem taxes: 4.85 mills general, 3.10 mills police, 3.10 mills public buildings (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution supporting DOTD Transportation Alternatives Program application for LA 75 Sidewalks project (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution accepting Sage Construction bid $52,897.05 for Evangeline Avenue Drainage Improvements (yeas 6, nays 1)
- Adopted resolution authorizing purchase of rescue truck from Town of Maringouin for $20,000 with grant funds (unanimous)
- Adopted notice of intent to commence condemnation proceeding for 58723 Annex Street (unanimous)
- Adopted notice of intent granting owners of 58719 Allen Street 60 days to achieve code compliance (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Selectmen
The Board will hold a public hearing to close out FY2023 CDBG street improvements and discuss FY2026/2027 CDBG application needs. During the regular meeting, the Board will consider resolutions for a special election to renew special taxes, hire engineering and administration services for the next CDBG cycle, and amend ordinances on meeting start time and zoning. Appointments and personnel changes include naming a new City Inspector.
- Resolution calling a special election to authorize renewal of special taxes
- Public hearing on closing FY2023 CDBG street improvement project and discussing FY2026/2027 CDBG application
- Resolution to hire engineering services for FY2026/2027 CDBG
- Resolution to hire administration services for FY2026/2027 CDBG
- Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Section 17 to change meeting start time to 6:00 p.m. effective May 1, 2025
The Mayor and Board of Selectmen approved contracts with South Central Regional Planning and Obney AI to provide city services. They also adopted a resolution calling a special election on October 11, 2025 to renew two 3.1‑mill special taxes for the police department and public buildings. The public‑hearing meeting was then adjourned.
- Accepted service contracts with South Central Regional Planning and Obney AI (unanimous yeas)
- Adopted resolution calling a special election on Oct 11 2025 for millage renewal (unanimous yeas)
- Adjourned the public‑hearing meeting at 6:20 p.m. (unanimous yeas)
🗳️ How they voted (23 roll-call votes)
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will vote on several alcohol permits for upcoming events, adopt ordinances granting investigative authority to the Fire Department and revising the Municipal Planning Commission's composition and terms, and consider bids for equipment and demolition. A public hearing is scheduled for April 8 to discuss a resolution calling an election on renewing ad valorem taxes. The meeting also includes committee reports, approval of payroll and minutes, and discussion of pending litigation.
- Notice of public meeting on April 8, 2025, to consider a resolution ordering an election to renew ad valorem taxes.
- Approval of 2025 Class T alcohol permits for Battle in the Bayou (March 29, Carl F. Grant Civic Center), Drop-All Productions (May 31, COPAC), and Boogie on the Bayou (May 30, Bayou Waterfront Park).
- Adoption of ordinance adding Section 10-20 to grant investigative authority to the Plaquemine Fire Department.
- Adoption of ordinances amending Sections 15-17, 15-18, and 15-19 to revise Municipal Planning Commission membership, compensation, and terms.
- Acceptance of bids for a DB37 Backyard Digger Derrick with Trailer and for demolition of 23256 Nadler Street.
The Plaquemine Board of Selectmen approved a $198,000 bid for a DB37 Backyard Digger Derrick with trailer from Global Rental Co., Inc., and adopted an ordinance giving the fire department investigative authority over fires. The board also approved three temporary alcohol permits for upcoming events, adopted several ordinances restructuring the municipal planning commission, and moved forward with changing its meeting time to 6:00 p.m. starting May 1, 2025.
- Approved $198,000 bid for DB37 Backyard Digger Derrick with trailer from Global Rental Co. (3-2)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 445 giving Plaquemine Fire Department investigative authority over fires (5-0)
- Approved Class T alcohol permit for Boom Productions – Battle in the Bayou on March 29 (5-0)
- Approved Class T alcohol permit for Drop-All Productions at COPAC on May 31 (5-0)
- Approved Class T alcohol permit for Boogie on the Bayou on May 30 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 446 amending planning commission composition to 7 members (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 447 setting planning commission per diem at $25 per meeting (5-0)
- Approved $6,000 demolition bid for 23256 Nadler Street from Collins Property Maintenance (3-1, 1 abstention)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Selectmen
The Mayor and Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss the status of city boards and commissions. The discussion covers appointments, compliance, dissolution, recensions, and revisions.
- Discussion of appointments, compliance, dissolution, recensions, and revisions for all city boards and commissions
The Board of Selectmen held a committee meeting where they discussed appointments, compliance, dissolution, and revisions for all city boards and commissions. No formal decisions were made, as the item was only for discussion. The meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.
- Discussed changes to city boards and commissions (no action taken)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:05 p.m. (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Selectmen
The Plaquemine Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings on a subdivision re-subdivision, a variance for a new home on Allen Street, and a special use permit for a snowball stand. The board will also consider renewing a Class A liquor permit, approving a temporary Class T permit for a car show, and adopting resolutions to seek state funding for water system improvements. Bids for drainage, pump station, park resurfacing, and demolition projects will be accepted, along with personnel actions and routine approvals.
- Public hearing on re-subdivision of Lots 1-5 Jumonville Annex and Lots 17-19 Dupont Annex into new lots (Section 15, T-9-S, R-12-E).
- Public hearing on variance request for Lot 13 Square Dupont Annex at 58859 Allen Street to build a new home (Linda Johnson).
- Public hearing on special use permit for snowball stand at Schnebelen and Kurzweg Streets (CO & MAO Unique Properties, L.L.C.).
- Renew 2025 Class A Retail Liquor Permit for The Kinberger Building – Queen’s BZTreaux at 57945/57955 Plaquemine Street.
- Accept bids for LGAP Drainage Improvements (Desobry Street), ARPA Regional Pump Station Rehabilitation, City Park Resurfacing, and demolition of 23256 Nadler Street.
The Plaquemine Board of Selectmen approved several items, including re-subdivision requests, a variance, a special use permit for a snowball stand, liquor permits, and resolutions supporting water system funding applications. They also accepted bids for drainage improvements, pump station rehabilitation, and city park resurfacing, and hired Mary Walls as Customer Service Director. The demolition bid for 23256 Nadler Street was tabled until the March meeting.
- Approved re-subdivision of Jumonville and Dupont Annex lots (6-0)
- Approved variance for new home at 58859 Allen Street (6-0)
- Approved special use permit for snowball stand at Schnebelen and Kurzweg Streets (6-0)
- Renewed 2025 Class A liquor permit for Queens' BZTreaux (6-0)
- Approved 2025 Class T liquor permit for car show at Waterfront Park (6-0)
- Adopted resolutions supporting water system funding applications (6-0)
- Accepted bids for drainage, pump station, and park resurfacing projects (6-0)
- Hired Mary Walls as Customer Service Director (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Board of Selectmen
The Board will hold a public hearing and take action on a special use permit request for cosmetic services at 58815 Annex Street in a Residential R-6 zone. They will also vote to ratify the Mayor's appointments of City Attorney Joseph B. Dupont, Jr. and City Clerk/Tax Collector Roxane M. Richard, and select the term length and occupant of the Mayor Pro-Temp position. Other business includes approving a 2025 retail liquor permit for Plaquemine Elks Lodge, authorizing a rebid for the ARPA Regional Pump Station Rehabilitation, accepting bids for drainage improvements and a demolition, and discussing speeding on Church Street and water issues in Island/North Plaquemine. Many items are routine administrative approvals.
- Public hearing and action on special use permit for cosmetic services at 58815 Annex Street
- Approve 2025 Class A Retail Liquor Permit for Plaquemine Elks Lodge #1398, 23420 Railroad Avenue
- Authorize rebid of ARPA Regional Pump Station Rehabilitation, PEC Project No. 11792
- Accept bid for Nathan Georgetown Street Drainage Improvements, PEC Project No. 11785
- Accept bid for demolition of 23256 Nadler Street
The Board of Selectmen ratified the Mayor's appointments of Joseph B. Dupont, Jr. as City Attorney/City Prosecutor and Roxane M. Richard as City Clerk/Tax Collector. A substitute motion to set the Mayor Pro-Temp term tenure to four years passed on a tie-breaking vote by the Mayor, and Michael K. Carlin, Sr. was selected as Mayor Pro-Temp. The board also approved a special use permit for Tines Body Contouring, accepted a $149,166.05 bid from Sage Construction for Nathan Georgetown Street Drainage Improvements, and authorized a rebid for the ARPA Regional Pump Station Rehabilitation project.
- Ratified Joseph B. Dupont, Jr. as City Attorney/City Prosecutor (6-0)
- Ratified Roxane M. Richard as City Clerk/Tax Collector (6-0)
- Set Mayor Pro-Temp term to four years (3-3, Mayor voted yea)
- Selected Michael K. Carlin, Sr. as Mayor Pro-Temp (6-0)
- Approved 2025 Class A Retail Liquor Permit for Plaquemine Elks Lodge #1398 (6-0)
- Approved Special Request Use Permit for Tines Body Contouring at 58815 Annex Street (6-0)
- Accepted $149,166.05 bid from Sage Construction for Nathan Georgetown Street Drainage Improvements (6-0)
- Authorized rebid of ARPA Regional Pump Station Rehabilitation, PEC Project No. 11792 (6-0)