St. Charles Parish public meetings in 2025
126 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
SCP Industrial Development
The Industrial Development Board will vote on three resolutions, including one authorizing an Act of Conveyance for International-Matex Tank Terminals LLC to fund facility additions and improvements. The board will also elect a new vice president, review the 2024 financial audit, and adopt annual attestation questionnaires.
- Resolution No. 2025-2: Authorizes Act of Conveyance for IMTT manufacturing and administrative facility upgrades
- Election of Vice President to fill vacancy from Corey Faucheux's resignation
- Review of 2024 Financial Audit by Carr Riggs Ingram, LLC
- Resolution No. 2025-1: Adopt 2024 Louisiana Attestation Questionnaire
- Resolution No. 2025-3: Adopt 2025 Louisiana Attestation Questionnaire
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider two requests to reduce building elevation and side-yard setbacks. The board will also review commission rules and vote for new leadership.
- 2025-45-ZBA: Request to reduce minimum building elevation from 6ft. NAVD88 to 12 in. above street centerline for a mobile home at 228 Twin Bridge Road.
- 2025-46-ZBA: Request to reduce side-yard setback for an accessory structure at 117 Vans Lane.
- Review and Certify Commission Rules.
- Vote for Chair and Vice Chair.
- Approval of November 20, 2025 minutes.
SCP Council on Aging
The St. Charles Parish Council on Aging is meeting for routine business including approval of prior minutes, financial reports, and committee updates. A key item is the review of the audit ending June 30, 2025, which will be discussed under new business.
- New business: audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025
- Financial report and accounts payable
- Transfer of funds between accounts
- Executive Director's report
- Committee reports on center operations, transportation, personnel, finance, and Triad
SCP Economic Development
The Economic Development & Tourism Board will hear the department's monthly report and update. A guest speaker, Keith Dacus, CEO of St. Charles Parish Hospital, will present on the hospital and healthcare in the parish. Membership representatives from the Port of South Louisiana, River Region Chamber of Commerce, and River Parishes Tourist Commission will give updates. The board will also address any other business and set the next meeting date.
- Department of Economic Development & Tourism monthly report and update
- Guest speaker presentation on state of St. Charles Parish Hospital and healthcare
- Port of South Louisiana update
- River Region Chamber of Commerce update
- River Parishes Tourist Commission update
SCP Library Board of Control
The St. Charles Parish Library Board of Control will hold a special meeting to review and potentially approve the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) 60% estimate and alternates for the Hahnville Branch Library project. The board will also take public comment and handle routine procedural items.
- Review and approval of CMAR 60% estimate and alternates for Hahnville Branch Library project
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will meet to approve minutes, review financial reports, and nominate officers for the 2026 and 2027 calendar years.
- Approval of November 25, 2025 board minutes
- Review of October and November 2025 financial reports
- Nomination and election of board officers for 2026-2027
- Public comment on resolutions and agenda items
- Update on RAD/Section 18 conversion
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council will consider authorizing a $3,735,000 limited tax bond and approve polling place lease agreements with local fire departments. The meeting also includes resolutions on solar farm regulation and budget amendments.
- Authorize $3,735,000 Limited Tax Bond (ARC)
- Approve polling place lease agreements with Ama, Bayou Gauche, Killona, Luling, Norco, and United Steel Workers fire departments
- Resolution opting out of state-level solar farm regulation
- Amend 2025 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget
- Approve Drug Court funding agreement ($80,000/year)
🗳️ How they voted (21 roll-call votes)
SCP Community Action Advisory Board
The St. Charles Parish Community Action Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with items including a director's report, introduction of staff and community partners, and a summary of services. The board will also approve past minutes and set the 2026 meeting schedule. No major decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.
- 2026 Meeting Schedule to be discussed
SCP Civil Service Board
The Civil Service Board will consider approving new job descriptions for Inventory Specialist and Meter Specialist at Waterworks, as well as job description changes for Economic Development positions as part of an organizational restructure. The board will also consider an upgrade for the Deputy Public Information Officer and review minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting.
- Request for new job description: Inventory Specialist - Waterworks
- Request for new job description: Meter Specialist - Waterworks
- Request to approve job description changes for Economic Development (new Business Engagement Specialist, revised Market Development Research Assistant and Administrative Assistant)
- Request for upgrade of Deputy Public Information Officer
- Consideration of minutes from October 14, 2025 meeting
SCP Coastal Zone Advisory Committee
The Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority on project funding, receive a briefing on recent Joint Permit Applications (including one exempt and one open for public comment), and vote on a resolution to adopt formal rules for the committee. No major financial decisions or rezonings are on the agenda.
- Resolution 2025-5-CZAC to adopt rules for the committee
- Presentation by CPRA on 'Path of a Project and Funding'
- JPA P20250902 Shell Pipeline – temporary mats open for public comment
- Exempt JPA SCP-2025-07 JBreaux Enterprises P20250934
- DPAC discussion and recommendations
SCP Communications District (911)
The St. Charles Parish 911 Communications District will consider a $23,000 transfer to fund a subscription to CommsCoach AI and adopt its 2026 meeting schedule.
- Transfer $23,000 from equipment account to CommsCoach AI subscription
- Adopt 2026 meeting schedule
- Hold 2026 election of officers
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The St. Charles Parish Planning & Zoning Commission will consider finalizing its rules, electing a chair and vice chair, and reviewing minutes from November 6, 2025. The agenda includes five requests for home occupations and resubdivisions.
- Vote for Chair and Vice Chair
- Review and Certify Commission Rules
- Review November 6, 2025 Minutes
- Finalize 2025-7-HOP for Luxe Nursing, LLC at 232 Sophia Drive
- Finalize 2025-13-MIN for resubdivision at 365 Smith Street
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The St. Charles Parish Hospital Service District will discuss strategic planning, approve medical staff appointments, and vote on contracts including a Medicaid program support agreement and a payment to Ochsner Health.
- Approve IGT for Medicaid Program Support not to exceed $15M
- Approve due to Ochsner Health of $1,736,775.12 for purchased services
- Approve low bid for boiler and water upgrades
- Medical Director appointments for Anesthesia, Respiratory, Emergency Medicine, and Radiology
- Bid process for Official Journal
Parish Council
The council will introduce a $3.735 million limited tax bond ordinance for ARC and consider a zoning change from R-1A(M) to M-1 at 180 Almeida Road in St. Rose. Public hearings are scheduled for December 15 on the bond, a road and bridges capital budget for FY2026-2028, and an all-way stop sign at Pitre Street in St. Rose. Several appointments to the Board of Adjustment and other boards are also on the agenda.
- Issue $3,735,000 limited tax bond (ARC) – public hearing Dec. 15
- Rezone Lot G, Block 11, Almedia Plantation, 180 Almeida Road, St. Rose from R-1A(M) to M-1
- Adopt Road & Bridges Capital Program Budget FY2026-2028 – public hearing Dec. 15
- Install all-way stop sign at end of Pitre Street, Fairfield Oaks Plantation Subdivision, St. Rose
- Appoint members to Board of Adjustment for Districts II, IV, V, VI
The council voted 0‑7 to reject the proposed zoning amendment that would have changed the classification of 180 Almedia Road from R‑1A(M) to M‑1. It also postponed indefinitely the $3,735,000 limited tax bond ordinance and adopted the amended 2026 council meeting schedule. Additionally, the council confirmed Walter Pilié as presiding officer for 2026 and appointed three new members to the Board of Adjustment.
- Zoning amendment for 180 Almedia Road denied (0‑7)
- Limited tax bond ordinance ($3,735,000) postponed indefinitely (7‑0)
- 2026 Parish Council meeting schedule adopted (7‑0)
- Walter Pilié appointed presiding officer for 2026 (7‑0)
- Clyde H. Maddox appointed Board of Adjustment District IV member (7‑0)
- John T. Lambert appointed Board of Adjustment District V member (7‑0)
- David P. Bleakley appointed Board of Adjustment District VI member (7‑0)
- Minutes from November 17, 2025 meeting approved (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will consider several resolutions, including an emergency contract to repair metal stairs at the Boutte Property. It will also adopt a resolution granting financial signatory authority to designated representatives, set the 2026 board meeting calendar, and submit the 2025 SEMAP certification to HUD. Additional items include a financial report update and a RAD/Section 18 conversion update.
- Resolution 25-11-25-01 – Emergency contract to repair metal stairs at the Boutte Property
- Resolution 25-11-25-02 – Granting financial signatory authority to designated representatives
- Resolution 25-11-25-03 – Setting the 2026 SCPHA Board of Commissioners meeting calendar
- Resolution 25-11-25-04 – Submitting the 2025 SEMAP certification to HUD
- RAD/Section 18 Conversion Update
SCP Coastal Zone Advisory Committee
The St. Charles Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will elect officers and adopt the SHIELD Plan. The meeting includes a public hearing on the plan and updates on joint permit applications.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice chairperson
- Public hearing on Resolution adopting SHIELD Plan (2025-3-CZAC)
- Discussion of three joint permit applications
- Approval of 2026 meeting dates (2025-4-CZAC)
- Presentation on Coastal Use Permits (CUPs) via SONRIS
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider four requests to lower minimum building elevation requirements for structures in R-1A and M-1 districts. The board will also review the October 16, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Request to reduce elevation from 6ft. NAVD88 to 4ft NAVD88 for 101 Zachary Drive
- Request to reduce elevation from 7ft. NAVD88 to 12 in. above street centerline for 140 Michael Drive
- Request to reduce elevation from 6ft. NAVD88 to 12 in. above street centerline for 17065 Old Spanish Trail
- Request to waive required buffer fence for 559 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway
- Review of October 16, 2025 meeting minutes
SCP Council on Aging
The St. Charles Parish Council on Aging will meet to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss an audit ending June 30, 2025. The board will also consider combining the Board of Directors and Advisory Council meetings into a single session on December 18, 2025.
- Minutes approval for October 16, 2025
- Financial report and accounts payable review
- Audit ending June 30, 2025
- Combine Board of Directors and Advisory Council meeting on December 18, 2025
- Committee reports: Personnel and Triad
SCP Economic Development
The St. Charles Parish Economic Development & Tourism Board will receive a monthly report from the Department of Economic Development & Tourism and hear from a guest speaker on innovation within industry. The board will also review updates from the Port of South Louisiana, the River Region Chamber of Commerce, and the River Parishes Tourist Commission.
- Department of Economic Development & Tourism Monthly Report
- Guest Speaker: Jon Atkinson, CEO of The Idea Village
- Port of South Louisiana Update
- River Region Chamber of Commerce Update
- River Parishes Tourist Commission Update
SCP Library Board of Control
The St. Charles Parish Library Board of Control will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the 2026 budget. The board will also receive updates on the Hahnville Branch Library project and Hurricane Ida recovery, and consider approval of the 2026 holiday schedule.
- Public hearing and adoption of the 2026 Library budget
- Update on Hahnville Branch Library Project
- Hurricane Ida Recovery Update
- Approval of the 2026 Holiday Schedule
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council will vote on a $4 million limited tax bond (ARC) ordinance and introduce a three-year road and bridges capital program budget. Public hearings are scheduled for an engineering services contract ($123,256) and a pump station change order ($111,702). The council also will consider a new all-way stop sign at Pitre Street and multiple board appointments.
- Ordinance authorizing up to $4M limited tax bond (ARC) for parish projects
- Ordinance adopting Road and Bridges Capital Program Budget for FY2026–2028
- Ordinance to install an all-way stop sign at Pitre Street in Fairfield Oaks Plantation, St. Rose
- Public hearing for Professional Services Agreement with Professional Engineering Consultants Corp. ($123,256) for West Bank B Plant Clarifier Upgrade
- Public hearing for Change Order No. 1 for Montz Pump Station No. 1, increasing contract by $111,702
The Parish Council unanimously approved three infrastructure ordinances, postponed a $4 million bond ordinance, amended a redistricting resolution, and confirmed several appointments. All votes were 8‑0 with Councilmember Wilson absent.
- Approved $123,256 engineering services contract for West Bank B Plant Clarifier Upgrade (8‑0)
- Approved $111,702.07 contract increase for Montz Pump Station Change Order No. 1 (8‑0)
- Approved Act of Dedication for Ashton Plantation Phase 2‑B Addendum No. 1 (8‑0)
- Postponed indefinitely bond ordinance authorizing up to $4,000,000 ARC (8‑0)
- Amended and approved redistricting resolution for Pit Road, Alexander Street, Boutte Estates Drive (8‑0)
- Approved appointment of Ed Griffin to Planning & Zoning Commission (8‑0)
- Closed nominations and approved appointment to Board of Adjustment District IV (8‑0)
- Approved Councilman Walter Pilié as Presiding Officer for 2026 (8‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Legislative Committee
The Legislative Committee is considering an ordinance to amend Section 2-2 of the Parish Code, which sets fees for copies of documents, by revising subsections (a) and (b) and adding a new subsection (d). The agenda includes comparisons of fee structures from multiple Louisiana parishes. No other substantive matters are listed.
- Ordinance 2025-0359 to amend Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2-2 regarding copy fees
Committee members discussed ordinance 2025-0359 but took no vote. A motion to adjourn was made by Councilmember Skiba, seconded by Councilmember Comardelle, and carried unanimously (8-0). No other actions were decided.
- Adjourned meeting (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SCP Communications District (911)
The St. Charles Parish Communications District (911) is considering a budget transfer of $23,000 from equipment to advertising/dues accounts to fund the annual CommsCoach AI subscription. Other business includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reports from the Secretary/Treasurer and 9-1-1 Director.
- Proposal to transfer $23,000 from Account #305 (Office and Communication Equipment) to Account #210 (Advertising, Dues, and Subscriptions) for CommsCoach AI by GovWorx
- Approval of minutes from October 13, 2025 meeting
- Reports from Secretary/Treasurer and 9-1-1 Director
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing on a request by Karen Abate to rezone Lot G, Block 11 of Almedia Plantation at 180 Almedia Road from R-1A(M) (residential) to M-1 (industrial). The property is in Council District 5. The meeting also includes unfinished business, a C District review, and approval of previous minutes.
- 2025-12-R: Rezoning request from R-1A(M) to M-1 for Lot G, Block 11, Almedia Plantation, 180 Almedia Road, St. Rose (Council District 5)
Parish Council
The Council will hold a public hearing to approve and adopt the Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The body will also consider several professional services agreements for drainage and water plant upgrades.
- 2026 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget appropriation
- Contract with Pintail Contracting Services, LLC for West Bank D Plant Clarifier Upgrade: $2,782,000.00
- Engineering services for Fairfield and Oakland Drainage Improvements: $787,285.30
- Zoning change from R-1A(M) to R-2 for 1103 Paul Frederick Drive, Luling
- Limited Tax Bond (ARC) issuance not to exceed $4,000,000
The Parish Council unanimously approved the FY 2026 consolidated operating and capital budget, increasing the Hahnville Treatment Plant expansion bond amount and reallocating general‑fund dollars to community service programs. A zoning amendment changing a Luling property from R‑1A(M) to R‑2 was also adopted. Several professional‑services agreements for engineering and environmental work were authorized, each passing with a 9‑0 vote.
- Approved FY 2026 consolidated operating and capital budget (Amendment No. 10) – 9‑0 vote
- Approved budget amendments transferring $31,625 and $25,360 to community service accounts (Amendments No. 11 & 12) – 9‑0 vote each
- Approved zoning amendment changing 1103 Paul Frederick Drive from R‑1A(M) to R‑2 (Ordinance 2025‑0319) – 9‑0 vote
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Principal Engineering, Inc. for Fairfield and Oakland Drainage Improvements ($787,285.30) – 9‑0 vote
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Hartman Engineering, Inc. for Ellington Structures – Cousins Pump Station T‑Wall ($219,200) – 9‑0 vote
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with ELOS Environmental, LLC for Turtle Pond Pump Station and Upstream Drainage Improvements ($89,000) – 9‑0 vote
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council held a final budget hearing and voted to adopt Ordinance 2025-0161, which approves the consolidated operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2026. The council also approved five budget amendments that move $39,575, $14,000, $11,375, and $100,000 from the General Fund to specific drainage, recreation, community services, and road‑and‑drainage funds. All amendment motions passed unanimously with one or two members absent. Public hearings for the budget were held on Oct. 28, Oct. 30, and Nov. 3, 2025.
- Ordinance 2025-0161: adopt FY2026 consolidated operating and capital budget
- Amendment No. 1: transfer $39,575 to Fund 112-420260 (Drainage) for Cross Canal cleaning ($30,475) and Cypress Lakes CC golf‑course drainage ($9,100)
- Amendment No. 2: transfer $14,000 to Fund 113 (Recreation) for the Rainbow Bridge dog park
- Amendment No. 3: transfer $11,375 to Fund 001-430231-250 (Community Services) for rental assistance
- Amendment No. 5: transfer $100,000 to Fund 112-420210 (Road & Drainage) for Spillway Road repairs
The Parish Council adopted Ordinance 2025-0161 to appropriate funds for the 2026 operating and capital budget, scheduling a public hearing for November 3, 2025. The council also approved Amendments 6 through 9, transferring $34,515 and $50,000 to the Recreation Fund and adjusting a USDA housing grant and related recreation fund balance by $460,980. Title changes and detailed front‑foot assessment totals were added to the budget documents. All amendment motions passed 8‑0 with Councilmember Fisher absent.
- Approved Ordinance 2025-0161 to adopt FY2026 budget (scheduled for public hearing)
- Approved Amendment No. 6: transfer $34,515 from General Fund to Recreation Fund for Ama Park improvements (8-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 7: transfer $50,000 from General Fund to Recreation Fund for IMTT Playground equipment (8-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 8: reduce USDA Housing Grant by $460,980 and reduce recreation fund transfer by $460,980, leaving recreation fund balance $983,287 (8-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 9: change several department titles and add front‑foot assessment totals totaling $465,415 (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The board will consider authorizing the CEO to publish a public notice and bid for the hospital's official journal. Also on the agenda are approval of September minutes, medical staff credentialing, quality and patient experience reports, and a finance report. The meeting includes an executive session for strategic planning and/or personnel issues.
- Employee of the Month recognition for August (Jamie D'Aquin) and September (Natasha Johnson)
- Authorize CEO to proceed with bid process for the Hospital's Official Journal
- Approve minutes from September 24, 2025 board meeting
- Medical Staff Credentialing discussion
- Executive session for strategic planning and/or personnel issues
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will meet to ratify a board appointment and provide an update on RAD/Section 18 Conversion. Financial reporting has been deferred to the November 2025 meeting.
- Resolution 25-10-28-01: Ratifying the appointment of LaRon Byrd to the Board of Commissioners
- RAD/Section 18 Conversion update
Parish Council
The Parish Council is meeting to discuss the 2026 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget. The body will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to approve and adopt the appropriation of funds for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Ordinance 2025-0161: Appropriation of Funds for the St. Charles Parish Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
The Parish Council adopted five budget amendments, moving funds from the General Fund to specific projects. All amendments passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. The amendments funded drainage improvements, a dog park bridge, rental assistance, a CDBG project narrative change, and spillway road repairs. The FY 2026 consolidated operating and capital budget ordinance satisfied public hearing requirements.
- Amendment No.1 approved (Yea 8, Nay 0): transfer $39,575 to Fund 112-420260 Drainage for cross‑canal cleaning and Cypress Lakes drainage ponds
- Amendment No.2 approved (Yea 8, Nay 0): transfer $14,000 to Fund 113 Recreation for Dog Park (Rainbow Bridge)
- Amendment No.3 approved (Yea 8, Nay 0): transfer $11,375 to Fund 001-430231-250- Community Services for Rental Assistance
- Amendment No.4 approved (Yea 7, Nay 0): amend CDBG line item to include New Sarpy Culvert Crossing
- Amendment No.5 approved (Yea 7, Nay 0): transfer $100,000 to Fund 112-420210 Road & Drainage for Spillway Road Repairs
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SCP Coastal Zone Advisory Committee
The St. Charles Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Committee is holding an organizational meeting. The agenda includes member introductions, a manager's briefing on recent coastal zone activities and restoration efforts, and open nominations for chairperson and vice-chairperson. The committee will also review the proposed 2026 meeting calendar. This meeting is largely procedural with no specific action items.
- No specific action items; meeting is organizational and procedural.
Parish Council
The Parish Council will introduce the FY2026 consolidated operating and capital budget ordinance, with public hearings scheduled for late October and early November. Other ordinances up for public hearing include a $4,989,859 contract for the Des Allemands Boat Launch, a $787,285 engineering agreement for Fairfield and Oakland drainage improvements, and change orders for park and lift station projects. The council will also consider a resolution to accept $79,746 in federal funding for two tethered drones for emergency operations.
- Introduction of FY2026 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget Ordinance (public hearings Oct 28, 30, Nov 3)
- Ordinance to award $4,989,859 contract to Cycle Construction for Des Allemands Boat Launch (Project P210705)
- Ordinance to approve $787,285 engineering agreement with Principal Engineering for Fairfield & Oakland Drainage Improvements (Project P251001)
- Change Order No.1 for East Bank Bridge Park Improvements, increasing contract by $87,294.80 and 134 days
- Resolution to accept $79,746 DHS grant for two tethered drones for emergency operations
The Parish Council voted unanimously to approve a $4,989,859 contract for the Des Allemands Boat Launch. It also approved a $35,386.60 change order for the Eastbank Lift Station Rehabilitation and postponed a change order for the East Bank Bridge Park Improvements indefinitely. Additional actions included approving a $79,746 DHS drone purchase, tabling a fee‑amendment ordinance, and accepting a planning commission resignation.
- Approved Des Allemands Boat Launch contract $4,989,859 (8-0)
- Postponed East Bank Bridge Park Improvements Change Order 1 indefinitely (8-0)
- Approved Eastbank Lift Station Rehabilitation Change Order 1 increase $35,386.60 (8-0)
- Approved Federal DHS drone purchase agreement $79,746 (8-0)
- Tabled ordinance to amend fees of copies of documents (7-1)
- Accepted resignation of Planning & Zoning Commission District III Representative (8-0)
- Closed nomination for Library Board District II Representative (8-0)
- Approved minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider five requests to modify zoning regulations, including buffer requirements, setbacks, and building elevations. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM on October 16, 2025, at the St. Charles Parish Courthouse.
- Entergy Louisiana requested a buffer reduction for a major operation at 17705 River Road.
- Mary Breaux requested a reduction in front yard setback for a mobile home at 188 Union Lane.
- Angel Halder requested permission for a porch encroachment at 119 Michael Street.
- Timothy Prosser requested a reduction in building elevation for a residence at Lot A, Bernice Drive.
- The board will review minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting.
SCP Council on Aging
This is a regular meeting of the Council on Aging Board with routine reports and approvals. The only substantive item is a presentation of the 1st Quarter Budget Proposal vs Actual Report under New Business. All other items are procedural: call to order, prayer, roll call, approval of minutes, financial report, accounts payable, transfer of funds, and committee reports.
- Approval of minutes from September 18, 2025
- Financial report and accounts payable
- Transfer of funds
- Executive Director's report
- 1st Quarter Budget Proposal vs Actual Report
SCP Civil Service Board
The St. Charles Parish Civil Service Board will consider approving minutes from August 12, 2025, and several personnel-related requests. Items include new job descriptions for Deputy Public Information Officer and Inventory Specialist, a proposed addition to Civil Service Rules for Outstanding Achievement Merit Increases, and adoption of 2026 holiday and meeting schedules. The board may also recess into executive session.
- Consideration of new job description for Deputy Public Information Officer
- Consideration of new job description for Inventory Specialist
- Proposal to add Civil Service Rules Section 4.05.1 for Outstanding Achievement Merit Increase
- Consideration of 2026 holiday schedules for 5-day and 4-day work weeks
- Consideration of 2026 Civil Service Meeting Schedule
SCP Communications District (911)
The St. Charles Parish Communications District (911) board will ratify the 2025 projected and 2026 requested budgets, previously approved by electronic vote. They will also consider a four-year lease for a Sharp copier from ALLFAX at $222.63 per month. The meeting includes approval of August 2025 minutes and reports from officers.
- Ratify 2025 projected and 2026 requested budgets for the 9-1-1 Communications District
- Approve four-year lease (Oct 2025–Oct 2029) for Sharp BP-70C45 copier from ALLFAX at $222.63/month
- Approval of minutes from August 11, 2025 meeting
- Reports from Secretary/Treasurer and 9-1-1 Director
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider three items: a rezone from R-1A(M) to R-2 at 1103 Paul Frederick Drive in Luling; a request to reconsider a withdrawn rezone from R-1A(M) to M-1 at 180 Almedia Road in St. Rose; and preliminary plat approval for the new RIVERMIST residential subdivision off River Road in St. Rose.
- Rezone request (2025-11-R) for Lot 52, Block E, Oak Ridge Park Subdivision, 1103 Paul Frederick Drive, Luling from R-1A(M) to R-2
- Reconsideration request (2025-12-R) for Lot G, Block 11, Almedia Plantation, 180 Almedia Road, St. Rose from R-1A(M) to M-1
- Preliminary plat approval (2025-2-MAJ) for RIVERMIST subdivision off River Road, adjacent to Dianne Place Subdivision, St. Rose
SCP Community Action Advisory Board
The St. Charles Parish Community Action Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine procedural items including approval of past minutes, old business on an alternate designation, and new business featuring the Director's Report and Monthly Program Report. Additional business covers canceling the November meeting and determining the December meeting location. No major policy decisions, rezonings, or financial items are on the agenda.
- Approval of past meeting minutes
- Old business: Alternate designation
- Director's Report
- Monthly Program Report
- No meeting in November; December meeting location TBA
Parish Council
The council will vote on Ordinance 2025-0161 to adopt the St. Charles Parish consolidated operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2026. It will also consider two professional services agreements with Burk‑Kleinpeter, Inc. for engineering work on the Ellington Structures Cousins Pump Station T‑Wall (up to $1,583,635) and the Sunset Drainage Pump Station Rehabilitation (up to $1,095,840). Several zoning ordinance amendments for specific parcels are also on the agenda.
- Ordinance 2025-0161: adopt FY2026 consolidated operating and capital budget
- Professional Services Agreement with Burk‑Kleinpeter, Inc. for Ellington Structures Cousins Pump Station T‑Wall, not to exceed $1,583,635
- Professional Services Agreement with Burk‑Kleinpeter, Inc. for Sunset Drainage Pump Station Rehabilitation, not to exceed $1,095,840
- Ordinance 2025-0286: change zoning of Lot 4‑II‑A‑5, 13080 River Road from M‑1 to C‑2
- Ordinance 2025-0287: change zoning of Lots 1B‑1 and 1B‑2, 207 and 211 Angus Drive from C‑2 to C‑3
The Parish Council certified the 2025 Assessment Roll with an 8‑0 vote. It approved multiple zoning reclassifications, including changes at River Road, Paul Frederick Drive, Louis the First Street, and Courthouse Lane. The council also adopted ordinances to exempt off‑street parking for manufactured homes, increase accessory‑building setbacks, and create a private‑sewer waiver process. One zoning amendment to change C‑2 to C‑3 at Angus Drive was denied (7‑1).
- Certified 2025 Assessment Roll (8-0)
- Approved zoning change M-1 to C-2 at 13080 River Road (8-0)
- Approved zoning change R-1A(M) to R-2 at 1017 Paul Frederick Drive (8-0)
- Approved zoning change R-1M to R-1A(M) at 116-118 Louis the First Street (8-0)
- Approved zoning change R-1A to R-2 at 475 Courthouse Lane (8-0)
- Approved amendment exempting off‑street parking for manufactured homes (8-0)
- Approved increase of accessory building setbacks to 5 feet (8-0)
- Denied zoning change C-2 to C-3 at 207 and 211 Angus Drive (7-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
SCP Library Board of Control
The Library Board of Control will consider a recommended increase to the project budget for the Hahnville Branch Library, based on a 30% estimate from the CMAR. The board will also hear a recovery update on Hurricane Ida and conduct the annual evaluation of the director in executive session. Public comment periods are scheduled.
- Hahnville Branch Library project budget increase review and CMAR 30% estimate
- Hurricane Ida recovery update
- Annual evaluation of director (executive session)
- Approval of minutes from July 15, 2025
- Librarian's report
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The St. Charles Parish Hospital Service District will consider approving an amendment to a management agreement, Medicaid program support not to exceed $15 million, and a payment to Ochsner Health of $2,542,870.43. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and reports on quality, finance, and medical staff.
- Approve Amendment to Management Agreement
- Approve IGT for Medicaid Program Support not to exceed $15M
- Approve due to Ochsner Health of $2,542,870.43
- Approve Medical Staff Executive Committee Minutes
- Approve August 27, 2025 Minutes
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will review and approve revisions to the 2025 operating budget and adopt the 2026 operating budget. The board will also vote on utility allowance updates and 2026 Housing Choice Voucher payment standards.
- Review and approval of FY2025 Operating Budget Revision 1
- Adoption of FY2026 Operating Budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025
- Resolution to update Low Rent Utility Allowances beginning December 1, 2025
- Resolution to update HCV Utility Allowances beginning December 1, 2025
- Adoption of 2026 HCV Program Payment Standards
Parish Council
The council will vote on a resolution authorizing up to $4 million in limited tax bonds. It will also hold public hearings on several rezoning requests, code amendments, and contracts, including a $213,023 engineering contract for East Bank plant demolition and a $201,670 bridge pile replacement. The FY2026 consolidated operating and capital budget is introduced for public hearings in October and November.
- Preliminary approval of up to $4,000,000 in limited tax bonds (ARC)
- Introduction of FY2026 consolidated operating and capital budget
- Public hearing on rezoning 13080 River Road, Destrehan from M-1 to C-2
- Public hearing on $213,023 professional services agreement with Waggoner Engineering for East Bank A and B Plant Demolition
- Public hearing on $201,670 contract with Anders Construction for Raw Water Intake Structure Access Bridge Pile Replacement
The Parish Council gave preliminary approval for up to $4,000,000 of limited tax bonds. It also approved several professional services agreements and change orders for public‑works projects, each passing with a 9‑0 vote. All approvals were unanimous where a vote tally was recorded.
- Approved preliminary issuance of up to $4,000,000 limited tax bonds (ARC) – approved
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Burk‑Kleinpeter, Inc. for Cousins Pump Station T‑Wall, up to $1,583,635 – 9‑0
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Burk‑Kleinpeter, Inc. for Sunset Drainage Pump Station Rehabilitation, up to $1,095,840 – 9‑0
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Eustis Engineering, LLC for geotechnical services, $118,000 – 9‑0
- Approved Change Order No. 1 with Barriere Construction to increase Road Maintenance contract by $626,929.15 – 9‑0
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for Lakewood Dr. Reconstruction decreasing contract by $622,252.34 – 9‑0
- Approved revocation and abandonment of Drainage Right of Way along Davis Plantation – 9‑0
- Approved contract with Anders Construction, Inc. for Raw Water Intake Structure Access Bridge Pile Replacement, $201,670 – 9‑0
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee
The Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee will discuss the Industrial Tax Exemption application for W.R. Grace & Co. in Norco, LA. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with no scheduled votes or other business.
- Discussion of Industrial Tax Exemption application for W.R. Grace & Co., Norco, LA
The Contract/Finance and Administrative Committee voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at approximately 5:15 p.m. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The industrial tax exemption application for W.R. Grace & Co. was discussed but no decision was recorded.
- Adjourned meeting at ~5:15 p.m. (8-0 vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Zoning Board of Adjustment will review five applications to modify zoning requirements. Items include requests to reduce setbacks for a carport, an addition, and a mobile home, and to allow a taller front‑yard fence. A key agenda item is a request to waive site design requirements for an elderly group home at 60 Dianne Place, St. Rose. All requests pertain to properties in zoning districts R‑1A, R‑3, or R1‑A(M).
- 2025-30-ZBA: Reduce required setback for a carport at 118 Wisteria Lane, Luling (R‑1A)
- 2025-31-ZBA: Reduce front‑yard setback for an addition at 302 Apple St., Norco (R‑1A)
- 2025-32-ZBA: Allow a residential fence over 4 ft in the front‑yard setback at 130 Ivy Court, Luling (R‑1A)
- 2025-33-ZBA: Waive site design requirements for an elderly group home at 60 Dianne Place, St. Rose (R‑3)
- 2025-35-ZBA: Reduce minimum building elevation from 6 ft to 12 in for a mobile home at 118 Farrell Lane, Des Allemands (R1‑A(M))
SCP Council on Aging
The Council on Aging Board will meet to review financial reports and the Executive Director's report. The board is scheduled to discuss a resolution for FTA 2026-2027 and sexual harassment training for the board.
- FTA 2026-2027 Authorizing Resolution
- Sexual Harassment Board Training
- Financial Report
- Accounts Payable
SCP Economic Development
The St. Charles Parish Economic Development & Tourism Board will convene to receive monthly updates from the Department of Economic Development & Tourism and the Port of South Louisiana. The meeting includes a presentation by Entergy regarding the Waterford 5 & 6 nuclear power plants and a vote on a representative for the River Parishes Convention, Visitors & Tourist Commission.
- Department of Economic Development & Tourism monthly report
- Entergy presentation on Waterford 5 & 6
- Port of South Louisiana update
- Vote for River Parishes Convention, Visitors & Tourist Commission representative
- Next meeting scheduled for October 2025
SCP Library Board of Control
The St. Charles Parish Library Board of Control will discuss updates on the Hahnville Branch Library project and Hurricane Ida recovery. It will also conduct the annual evaluation of the library director in an executive session. The meeting includes routine items such as approving July 15, 2025 minutes and public comment periods.
- Approval of Minutes – July 15, 2025
- Hahnville Branch Library Project Update
- Hurricane Ida Recovery Update
- Annual Evaluation of Director (Executive Session)
- Scheduled Public Comment (five minutes)
SCP Community Action Advisory Board
The St. Charles Parish Community Action Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the previous meeting, consider an alternate designation, and hear the Director’s and Monthly Program Reports. The board will also schedule the next meeting for October 8, 2025.
- Approval of past meeting minutes
- Alternate designation (old business)
- Director’s Report (new business)
- Monthly Program Report (new business)
- Scheduling of next meeting on October 8, 2025
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council will vote on a resolution accepting a $200,000 federal grant for the Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan. The council will also introduce ordinances for a $213,023 contract for East Bank A and B Plant Demolition and a $622,252.34 change order decreasing the Lakewood Drive Reconstruction contract. A public hearing is scheduled for the Kinler Street Canal Improvements design contract ($52,101). Additionally, the council will confirm appointments to the Coastal Zone Advisory Committee and accept nominations for the Industrial Development Board.
- Resolution to accept $200,000 federal grant for Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan
- Ordinance introduced for $213,023 contract with Waggoner Engineering for East Bank plant demolition
- Ordinance introduced for $622,252.34 decrease in Lakewood Drive Reconstruction contract
- Public hearing scheduled for $52,101 contract with EJES for Kinler Street Canal improvements
- Seven appointments to Coastal Zone Advisory Committee and three vacancies on Industrial Development Board
The Parish Council voted unanimously to approve a $200,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan. It also approved a cooperative agreement for the Primrose Canal Sheet Pile project and an ordinance for the Kinler St. Canal design. The council accepted the resignation of a transit authority member and appointed several new members to the Coastal Zone Advisory Committee.
- Approved ordinance 2025-0247 for Kinler St. Canal design ($52,101) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Approved resolution 2025-0264 cooperative endeavor for Primrose Canal Sheet Pile project – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Approved resolution 2025-0266 $200,000 USDOT grant for Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Accepted resignation of Mr. Corey Faucheux from River Parishes Transit Authority – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Appointed Dr. Mark Kulp as Coastal Zone Advisory Committee Member 1 (2025-0220) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Appointed Mr. John P. Rome, Jr. as Coastal Zone Advisory Committee Member 2 (2025-0222) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Appointed Mr. Lloyd L. Landry, IV as Coastal Zone Advisory Committee Member 3 (2025-0224) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Appointed Mr. Barry J. Guillot as Coastal Zone Advisory Committee Member 4 (2025-0226) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
SCP Communications District (911)
The St. Charles Parish Communications District will consider two items. First, the board will vote on the projected 2025 budget and requested 2026 budget for the 9‑1‑1 district. Second, it will decide whether to lease a Sharp BP‑70C45 color workgroup document system from ALLFAX for $222.63 per month for four years, from October 2025 to October 2029.
- Approve 2025 projected and 2026 requested budgets for the 9‑1‑1 Communications District.
- Approve four‑year lease of Sharp BP‑70C45 Color Workgroup Document System (copier) from ALLFAX at $222.63 per month (Oct 2025‑Oct 2029).
Legislative Committee
The Legislative Committee will discuss three proposed amendments: one addressing runoff from adjacent lots, another allowing property owners to restrict parking and authorize private towing of violators, and a third clarifying major subdivision regulations. No final votes are scheduled; the items are at the discussion stage only.
- Discussion of adjacent lot runoff ordinance amendments (2025-0248)
- Discussion of private parking ordinance allowing property owners to restrict parking and obtain private towage (2025-0250)
- Discussion of potential clarifications to Major Subdivision regulations (2025-0263)
The committee reviewed proposed amendments to the adjacent lot runoff ordinance (Item 2025-0248) and a private parking ordinance (Item 2025-0250). No public comments were received. No votes or formal actions were recorded; the items were discussed but not decided. Item 2025-0263 on major subdivision regulations was not addressed.
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three ordinance amendments, multiple special permit requests for auto sales expansion, modular home, and accessory dwelling unit, and several zoning changes. The most consequential item is an ordinance to exempt manufactured and mobile homes from dust-free paving requirements under R-1A(M) zoning. Other items include setback changes and private sewer clarification.
- 2025-7-ORD: Exempt dust-free paving for manufactured/mobile homes under R-1A(M)
- 2025-6-R: Rezone 13080 River Road from M-1 to C-2 (TKENQ, LLC)
- 2025-7-R: Rezone 207-211 Angus Drive from C-2 to C-3
- 2025-4-SPU: Expand automobile sales at 16830 Highway 90
- 2025-8-ORD: Increase accessory building setback from 3 to 5 feet
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on nine variance requests. Items include requests to increase wet floodproofing square footage for accessory buildings, reduce minimum building elevations, waive paving requirements, and allow a swimming pool within a front yard setback. The board will decide on each request after the hearings.
- 2025-29-ZBA: NOLA Paintball LLC seeks to waive permanent dust-free paving for a paintball facility at 10422 Airline Dr., St. Rose.
- 2025-22-ZBA: Terry & Perri Chaisson request to increase max square footage for wet floodproofing a residential accessory building at 694 Grand Bayou Rd., Des Allemands.
- 2025-23-ZBA: Ian Graham requests to reduce minimum building elevation from 7 ft. NAVD88 to 12 in. above street centerline for a new house at 162 Pleasant Valley Dr., Des Allemands.
- 2025-27-ZBA: Jorge Urbina requests to allow a swimming pool within the front yard setback at 41 Dianne Dr., St. Rose.
- 2025-26-ZBA: Chad & Megan LaBranche request to waive permanent dust-free paving for a single-family residence at 106 Evangeline Rd., Montz.
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The SCP Hospital Service District No. 1 board will meet to approve a Management and Operations Agreement and review financial and quality reports. The meeting will also include an executive session on strategic planning and personnel issues.
- Approve M & O Agreement
- Approve July 30, 2025 minutes
- Medical Staff Credentialing
- Quality and Patient Experience Report
- Finance Report (YTD and MTD graphs)
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will consider two resolutions: one to revise the agency's travel policy and another to remove Rodney Woods as a signatory on financial documents. The board will also receive a RAD/Section 18 conversion update, review financial reports (deferred to September), and hear public comments.
- Resolution 25-08-26-01 – Approving a revision to the SCPHA Travel Policy
- Resolution 25-08-26-02 – Removing Rodney Woods as a signatory on SCPHA financial documents
- Review and acceptance of July 2025 financial reporting (deferred to September)
- RAD/Section 18 Conversion Update
- Public comment periods for agenda items and general matters
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider eight requests for variances, including changes to building elevation, square footage limits, and paving requirements for residential properties.
- Increase max square footage for wet floodproofing at 694 Grand Bayou Rd.
- Reduce minimum building elevation from 7ft. NAVD88 to 12 in. above street centerline at 162 Pleasant Valley Dr.
- Waive permanent, dust-free paving for a residence at 106 Evangeline Rd.
- Allow a swimming pool within the front yard setback at 41 Dianne Dr.
- Waive permanent, dust-free paving for a paintball facility at 10422 Airline Dr.
SCP Council on Aging
The St. Charles Parish Council on Aging will review the July 17 minutes, financial report, accounts payable, and fund transfers. It will discuss the strategic plan proposal and the Martin’s Nursery and Landscape Backyard Project. New business includes a fourth‑quarter budget versus actual report and consideration of a maintenance contract with Martin’s Nursery. The meeting will close with any other business.
- Strategic Plan Proposal (Julie Couret)
- Martin’s Nursery and Landscape Backyard Project
- 4th Quarter Budget Proposal vs Actual Report
- Martin’s Nursery and Landscape Maintenance Contract
SCP Economic Development
The St. Charles Parish Economic Development & Tourism Board will receive a monthly update from the Department of Economic Development & Tourism and hear a presentation on the chemical industry outlook from the Louisiana Chemical Association.
- Monthly Economic Development & Tourism Report
- Guest Speaker: David Cresson, LCA President & CEO
- Port of South Louisiana Update
- River Region Chamber of Commerce Update
- River Parishes Tourist Commission Update
Parish Council
The council will hold public hearings and consider adoption of the 2025 property tax levy for general parochial purposes, flood protection, roads, recreation, fire, mosquito control, E-911, health, Council on Aging, libraries, ARC, and wastewater. It will also vote on contract amendments for King and Hahn Street drainage improvements ($52,767) and East Bank Water Intake platform repairs ($133,715.51), and a resolution to adopt the parish hazard mitigation plan.
- 2025-0198: Ordinance adopting 2025 property tax levy for multiple parish services
- 2025-0232: Amendment No. 2 to Crescent Engineering & Mapping for King and Hahn Street Drainage Improvements, not to exceed $52,767
- 2025-0233: Change Order No. 1 (Final) for East Bank Water Intake Platform Repairs, increasing contract by $133,715.51
- 2025-0234: Ordinance to rename Department of Emergency Preparedness to Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
- 2025-0242: Resolution adopting the St. Charles Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Parish Council amended the Council on Aging millage rate and adopted a comprehensive tax ordinance covering levies for numerous parish services. It also approved several infrastructure agreements, a waterworks contract increase, and renamed the Emergency Preparedness Department. Additional resolutions authorized emergency housing waivers, adopted the Hazard Mitigation Plan, and postponed a USDA grant application.
- Amended Council on Aging millage from 0.66 to 0.65 (9-0)
- Adopted amended tax ordinance for parish services (9-0)
- Approved amendment No.2 to King & Hahn Street Drainage agreement ($52,767) (9-0)
- Approved Change Order No.1 increasing East Bank Water Intake contract by $133,715.51 (8-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved renaming Department of Emergency Preparedness to Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (9-0)
- Approved resolution authorizing President to waive land‑use rules for temporary emergency housing (9-0)
- Approved resolution adopting the Hazard Mitigation Plan (9-0)
- Postponed indefinitely resolution to submit USDA Rural Housing grant application (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (19 roll-call votes)
SCP Community Action Advisory Board
The St. Charles Parish Community Action Advisory Board will meet on August 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of past meeting minutes, a discussion of an alternate designation, and reports from the director and the monthly program. No substantive policy actions are listed. The meeting will set the next meeting for September 10, 2025.
- Approval of past meeting minutes
- Discussion of alternate designation (old business)
- Director’s Report (new business)
- Monthly Program Report (new business)
- Next meeting scheduled for September 10, 2025
SCP Civil Service Board
The St. Charles Parish Civil Service Board will review minutes from its June 10 meeting, discuss personnel updates, and consider three specific actions: a new Wastewater Quality Specialist position, a change to compensatory leave rules (Section 7.08), and an extension of special leave for an East Bank Yard Assistant Superintendent (Section 7.09). The board will vote on each item before adjourning.
- New job description for Wastewater Quality Specialist
- Proposed amendment to Civil Service Rules Section 7.08 (Compensatory Leave)
- Extension request for Civil Service Section 7.09 (Special Leave) for East Bank Yard Assistant Superintendent
- Personnel updates including offers above entry rate and monthly reports for May & June
- Consideration of minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting
SCP Communications District (911)
The Communications District council will consider and vote to approve the minutes from its July 14, 2025 meeting. Officers, including the Secretary/Treasurer and the 9‑1‑1 Director, will give routine reports. No new business or announcements are scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting
- Report from the Secretary/Treasurer
- Report from the 9‑1‑1 Director
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The St. Charles Parish Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several land-use applications, including a home occupation permit, a lot resubdivision, a special permit for residential use in a commercial zone, a zoning change, and preliminary plat approval for a new residential subdivision.
- Home occupation permit for 'Blooms of Norco' at 500 Barreca Street (Council District 6)
- Resubdivision of one lot into two at 113 Verdin Lane, Paradis (Council District 4)
- Special permit for R-1A use in C-3 district on Lot B-2C, Esperanza Plantation, adjacent to 13979 River Road, Luling (Council District 1)
- Zoning change from C-1 to C-3 on remainder of Lot 9, Square 9, Good Hope Subdivision, 435 Apple Street, Norco (Council District 6)
- Preliminary plat approval of RIVERMIST, a new residential subdivision off River Road, St. Rose (adjacent to Dianne Place Subdivision, Council District 5)
Parish Council
The Parish Council will conduct public hearings on several professional services agreements for drainage and sewer projects. The body will also consider a zoning amendment regarding paving requirements for single-family residences and a confirmation hearing for the Director of Economic Development and Tourism.
- Professional Services Agreement with Fairway Consulting and Engineering, LLC for Circle K Sewer Force Main Extension Feasibility Study ($100,000.00)
- Amendment to H. Davis Cole & Associates, LLC contract for Murray Hill and Destrehan Drives Drainage Improvements (increasing total to $434,418.00)
- Amendment to Volkert, Inc. contract for Evangeline Road & CN Railroad Box Culvert (increasing total to $389,718.34)
- Proposed zoning amendment to exempt single family residences in R-1A(M) district from permanent dust-free paving requirements
- Professional Services Agreement with Crescent Engineering & Mapping, LLC for Riverbend Subsurface Drainage ($86,544.40)
The Parish Council unanimously confirmed Patrick Beard as the Director of Economic Development and Tourism. It also approved several professional‑services agreements and contract amendments, each passing 7‑0 with two members absent. One zoning amendment was postponed indefinitely.
- Confirmed Patrick Beard as Director of Economic Development and Tourism (7‑0, 2 absent)
- Approved Fairway Consulting & Engineering $100,000 Circle K Sewer Feasibility Study (7‑0, 2 absent)
- Approved amendment adding $109,750 to Murray Hill & Destrehan Drives drainage contract (7‑0, 2 absent)
- Approved amendment adding $202,712.50 to Evangeline Road & CN Railroad culvert contract (7‑0, 2 absent)
- Approved $133,715.51 change order for East Bank Water Intake Platform repairs (7‑0, 2 absent)
- Approved $86,544.40 Riverbend Subsurface Drainage services after amendment (7‑0, 2 absent)
- Postponed indefinitely zoning exemption for off‑street parking in R‑1A(M) district (7‑0, 2 absent)
- Approved $70,248 professional services agreement for JCJR Outfall Ditches (7‑0, 2 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (25 roll-call votes)
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The Hospital Service District No. 1 board meets to recognize employees, approve previous minutes, and receive reports on medical staff, quality, finance, and CEO operations. An executive session is scheduled for strategic planning and/or personnel issues. No new business is listed.
- Employee of the Month for May (Marcy Vicknair) and June (Kevin Tulino) recognized
- Executive session for strategic planning and/or personnel issues
- Approval of June 25, 2025 board minutes
- Medical staff credentialing and committee minutes reported
- Financial reports (balance sheet, income statement, surgery report) presented
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will review financial reports and the FY24 A-133 Audit. The board will consider a resolution to move employee retirement benefits from Primerica to Hart Retirement. There will also be an update on the RAD/Section 18 Conversion.
- Resolution 25-07-22-01: Transition employee retirement benefits from Primerica to Hart Retirement
- Review and acceptance of FY24 (2023-2024) A-133 Audit
- Review and acceptance of June 2025 financial reporting
- RAD/Section 18 Conversion update
Parish Council
This meeting features public hearings on multiple ordinances introduced previously, including several large infrastructure contracts for drainage and hurricane protection projects. The council will also consider traffic changes, fee adjustments, and a civil service board appointment. A proclamation for National Heatstroke Awareness Month is scheduled.
- Ordinance approving $18,882,865 contract with Sealevel Construction for Montz Pump Station No. 2 and drainage improvements (Project P210806)
- Ordinance approving $10,542,425 contract with BLD Services for Ormond CN Railway Culverts project (Project P200801)
- Ordinance to lower speed limit on River Place Drive in Hahnville to 15 mph
- Ordinance to remove demolition permit fee ($100) – making it no fee
- Ordinance to levy assessments on delinquent property owners for weed/debris removal costs
The Parish Council approved several ordinances and contracts, all with a 9‑0 vote, including a $18,882,865 contract for the Montz Pump Station and drainage improvements. It also approved an $10,542,425 contract for the Ormond CN Railway Culverts project and a $100,000 feasibility study for the Circle K Sewer Force Main Extension. One ordinance (2025‑0190) was postponed indefinitely.
- Approved All‑Way Stop signs at Lorraine & Amie Streets (9‑0)
- Approved lowering speed limit on River Place Drive to 15 mph (9‑0)
- Approved eliminating demolition permit fee (9‑0)
- Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with LDENR for coastal program (9‑0)
- Approved contract with BLD Services for Ormond CN Railway Culverts $10,542,425 (9‑0)
- Approved contract with Sealevel Construction for Montz Pump Station and drainage $18,882,865 (9‑0)
- Approved assessment levy on delinquent property owners for weeds and unsafe structures (9‑0)
- Postponed indefinitely ordinance 2025‑0190 for Des Allemands Boat Launch amendment
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Zoning Board of Adjustment will review three variance requests. The first request (2025‑19‑ZBA) asks Munn Enterprises, Inc. to permit an on‑premises sign at 10394 Airline Drive, St. Rose, to exceed the maximum sign area and height limits for Zoning District M‑1. The second request (2025‑20‑ZBA) seeks to lower the minimum building elevation for a new house at 139 Pine Street, Des Allemands, from 7 ft NAVD88 to 12 in above the street centerline in Zoning District R‑1A. The third request (2025‑21‑ZBA) proposes a reduced setback for a generator at 108 Gregory Drive, Luling, in Zoning District R‑1A.
- 2025‑19‑ZBA: variance to exceed sign area and height at 10394 Airline Drive, St. Rose (M‑1 district)
- 2025‑20‑ZBA: reduce minimum building elevation for new house at 139 Pine Street, Des Allemands (R‑1A district)
- 2025‑21‑ZBA: reduce generator setback at 108 Gregory Drive, Luling (R‑1A district)
SCP Council on Aging
The Council on Aging Board will meet to discuss financial reports and administrative updates. The body is considering several new business items including contract amendments and strategic proposals.
- Trio Community Meals Contract Amendment
- Julie Couret Strategic Plan Proposal
- Martin’s Nursery & Landscape Co., Inc. Backyard Proposal
- Investment Resolution
- Bank signature updates for First American Bank, First National Bank, and Louisiana Asset Management Pool (LAMP)
SCP Library Board of Control
The St. Charles Parish Library Board of Control will hear updates on the Hahnville Branch Library project and Hurricane Ida recovery. New business includes a proposed makerspace policy and a revision to the makerspace materials price list. Public comment is scheduled at two points in the meeting.
- Hahnville Branch Library Project Update
- Hurricane Ida Recovery Update
- Proposed Makerspace Policy
- Proposed Revision to the Makerspace Materials Price List
SCP Communications District (911)
The St. Charles Parish Communications District (911) will consider approvals for software maintenance and training subscriptions. The body will also discuss transferring funds to cover radio reprogramming and software costs.
- Support and maintenance for Guardian Software with INdigital (Ryan Public Safety Solutions) for $63,070.00
- Annual subscription to CommsCoach AI by GovWorx for $22,500.00
- Transfer of $20,000.00 to Acct. #305 for Fire and EMS Motorola radio reprogramming
- Transfer of $23,000.00 from Fund Balance to Acct. #305 for CommsCoach AI software
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several lot resubdivisions and a zoning change in St. Rose. The body will also review a proposed amendment to paving requirements and a draft Coastal Restoration Program Plan.
- Zoning change from R-1A(M) to M-1 at 180 Almedia Road
- Proposed amendment to exempt dust-free paving requirements under R-1A(M) zoning
- Resubdivision of one lot into four at 197 Kerry’s Pointe Lane
- Request for an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 522 Evangeline Road
- Ordinance to clarify Coastal Zone Advisory Committee definitions and terms
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council will consider several financial and public‑safety actions. Items include authorizing a $10 million taxable limited‑tax bond, approving a loan agreement tied to that bond, and approving a $10,542,425 contract with BLD Services for the Ormond CN Railway Culverts Project. The council will also vote on traffic‑control ordinances for stop signs, speed‑limit changes, and a demolition‑permit fee waiver. Additional items cover a coastal‑program agreement and a property purchase in Luling.
- Ordinance authorizing issuance of a Taxable Limited Tax Bond up to $10,000,000 (2025‑0169)
- Resolution approving terms of a Loan and Pledge Agreement for the sale of that bond to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (2025‑0181)
- Ordinance approving a contract with BLD Services, LLC for the Ormond CN Railway Culverts Project, amount $10,542,425 (2025‑0184)
- Ordinance to install “ALL‑WAY STOP” signs at Lorraine Street and Amie Street in Gabriel Heights Subdivision (2025‑0175)
- Ordinance amending speed limits on River Place Drive in Hahnville to 15 mph (2025‑0176)
The Parish Council unanimously approved a $10 million taxable limited tax bond. It also approved the appointment of a director to the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities Authority, a loan and pledge agreement for the bond sale, and multiple ordinances and resolutions covering traffic speed limits, property acquisition, parking signage, and a subdivision waiver.
- Approved $10 M Taxable Limited Tax Bond (Ordinance 2025-0169) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Approved appointment of director to Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities Authority (Resolution 2025-0180) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Approved loan and pledge agreement for bond sale to LA Dept. of Environmental Quality (Resolution 2025-0181) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Approved speed‑limit amendment for Highland Estates Subdivision (Ordinance 2025-0170) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Approved purchase/expropriation of 706 Paul Frederick St., Luling (Ordinance 2025-0171) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
- Approved “No Overnight Parking” signs on South Fashion Boulevard (Ordinance 2025-0172) – Yea: 7, Nay: 1, Absent: 1
- Approved waiver from Appendix C subdivision regulations (Resolution 2025-0174) – Yea: 8, Nay: 0, Absent: 1
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider several requests for zoning variances. These include requests to reduce setbacks, waive paving or fencing requirements, and increase square footage for floodproofing.
- Request to reduce spatial requirements for accessory structures at 331 and 333 Meadows Drive
- Request to reduce generator setback at 124 Laurel Court
- Request to waive permanent, dust-free paving at 15592 River Road
- Request to waive required buffer fence at 383 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway
- Request to reduce setbacks and parking at 99 Carriage Lane
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The St. Charles Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 board will consider adopting the 2025 millage rates of 2.23 mills for maintenance and operations and 2.06 mills for bonds. The board will also vote on approving an intergovernmental transfer for Medicaid support up to $10 million, a payment of $2,351,033.28 to Ochsner Health for purchased services, and amended Auxiliary Bylaws. An audit for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, will be presented for acceptance. The meeting includes an executive session for strategic planning and personnel issues.
- Resolution to adopt 2025 millage rates: M&O 2.23 mills, Bonds 2.06 mills
- Approve IGT for Medicaid Program Support not to exceed $10 million
- Approve payment of $2,351,033.28 to Ochsner Health for purchased services
- Accept and approve FYE 12-31-24 draft audit
- Approve amended Auxiliary Bylaws
SCP Housing Authority
The Housing Authority will consider resolutions including a contract extension for the executive director, a five-year action plan submission, and advertising for repairs at the Boutte property. The board will also review financial reporting, hold an executive session, and receive an update on RAD/Section 18 conversion. Public comments are invited.
- Resolution 25-06-24-03: extension of executive director's employment contract for 2025-2026
- Resolution 25-06-24-01: advertise RFP to repair steps at Boutte Property
- Resolution 25-06-24-02: approve submission of 5-year FY25 annual and 2025-2029 CFP action plans
- Resolution 25-06-24-04: create a SCPHA Benefits Policy
- Presentation: Paul Rogers, 76Strategies – Financial Reporting
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will hold its regular meeting on June 24, 2025. The agenda consists mainly of procedural items and a public comment period. Residents may submit comments on the FY25 Annual Plan, the 5‑Year Plan, and the 2025‑2029 Comprehensive Funding Plan. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Review and approval of agenda
- Public comment on PHA FY25 Annual Plan
- Public comment on PHA 5‑Year Plan
- Public comment on PHA 2025‑2029 CFP Plan
- Acceptance of public comments into the record
SCP Council on Aging
The St. Charles Parish Council on Aging will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 budget, review the annual assessment report, and elect new officers for chair, vice chair, secretary, and treasurer. The board will also conduct an executive session to discuss the executive director's annual appraisal. Routine items include approval of minutes, financial report, accounts payable, and committee reports.
- FY 2026 Budget Hearing
- Annual Assessment Report
- Election of Officers (Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer)
- Executive Session for Executive Director's Annual Appraisal
- Accounts Payable and Financial Report
SCP Economic Development
The board will receive a monthly report from the Department of Economic Development & Tourism. The meeting includes a guest presentation on the close of the legislative session and updates from regional economic and tourism organizations.
- Legislative session update from LMOGA President Tommy Faucheux
- Port of South Louisiana update
- River Region Chamber of Commerce update
- River Parishes Tourist Commission update
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council will discuss two proclamations, departmental reports, and several ordinances. A key item is an ordinance authorizing a taxable limited tax bond of up to $10,000,000. Additional items include two property‑purchase ordinances and a resolution to appoint a Civil Service Board member.
- Ordinance authorizing issuance of a taxable limited tax bond not to exceed $10,000,000 (DEQ).
- Ordinance approving purchase of Lot 16, Block C, Oak Ridge Park Subdivision for Kinler and Paul Frederick roadway and drainage improvements.
- Ordinance approving purchase from HX3, LLC of a portion of Lot B‑41, 150 Boutte Estates Drive for $5,225.00.
- Resolution appointing a member to the St. Charles Parish Civil Service Board to fill a vacancy.
- Proclamations: In Memoriam Justice Harry Thomas Lemmon and the 249th Anniversary of American Independence.
The council approved the minutes from the June 2 meeting unanimously. It approved two property sale ordinances—one for roadway and drainage improvements and another for a $5,225 sale—each with an 8‑0 vote. The council also deferred an In Memoriam proclamation, read a Independence Day proclamation, and adjourned the meeting at 6:37 p.m.
- Approved June 2 minutes (8-0)
- Deferred In Memoriam proclamation for Justice Harry Thomas Lemmon
- Read proclamation for 249th Anniversary of American Independence
- Reported Emergency Preparedness department update
- Approved ordinance 2025-0162 sale of property for Kinler and Paul Frederick roadway improvements (8-0)
- Approved ordinance 2025-0163 sale of property for $5,225 (8-0)
- Adjourned meeting at approximately 6:37 p.m. (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
SCP Community Action Advisory Board
The Community Action Advisory Board will meet to approve past minutes, discuss old business including an alternate designation and summer program reminders, and receive the director's and monthly program reports. The agenda is largely procedural with no major funding or policy decisions listed.
- Approval of past meeting minutes
- Old Business: Alternate designation
- Old Business: Summer Program Reminders
- New Business: Director's Report
- New Business: Monthly Program Report
SCP Civil Service Board
The St. Charles Parish Civil Service Board will discuss personnel updates including the annual presentation to the council, offers made above entry rate, and benefits renewal and open enrollment. They will also consider a request to upgrade the Carpenter Foreman position and hold nominations for board chair and vice chair.
- Request for consideration of position upgrade: Carpenter Foreman
- Personnel updates: Annual Presentation to the Council
- Personnel updates: Offers made above entry rate
- Personnel updates: Benefits Renewal & Open Enrollment
- Nominations for Civil Service Board Chair and Vice Chair
SCP Communications District (911)
The SCP Communications District (911) will meet to review reports from the Secretary/Treasurer and 9-1-1 Director. The body is considering the purchase of new hardware for operations and training rooms.
- Purchase of nine HP Z2 G9 desktop computers from CDW-G for $13,514.13
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The St. Charles Parish Planning & Zoning Commission will decide on two home occupation permits (Salted Fly Expeditions, Camptown Systems), a special permit for a nonresidential accessory building, a sign waiver for The Play Station, and three resubdivision requests. They will also receive a Coastal Restoration Strategy Update and approve prior meeting minutes.
- 2025-3-HOP: Home occupation permit for Salted Fly Expeditions at 16 Mustang Lane, St. Rose
- 2025-4-HOP: Home occupation permit for Camptown Systems at 529 Longview Drive, Destrehan
- 2025-2-SPU: Nonresidential accessory building in O-L zoning at 2791 Highway 306, Des Allemands
- Permit No. 49672: Sign size waiver in Highway 90 Corridor Overlay Zone for The Play Station at 13322 Highway 90, Boutte
- 2025-5-MIN, 2025-7-MIN, 2025-8-MIN: Three resubdivision requests on Bayou Gauche Road, Lincoln Street, and Arlington Park Drive
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council holds a regular meeting featuring proclamations, reports, and the introduction of several ordinances for public hearing on June 16, 2025. Key items include a $45,075,920 budget amendment to roll over unspent 2024 funds, a $2,112,258 drainage improvement contract, and a $1,438,242.25 roadway extension contract. Zoning amendments to allow wet floodproofing of accessory buildings up to 600 sq ft and to add spatial requirements for the Wetlands District are also introduced. No final votes on ordinances are scheduled at this meeting.
- Ordinance to amend 2025 budget by adding $45,075,920 in expenditures, rolling over unspent 2024 funds
- Ordinance authorizing $2,112,258 contract with Barriere Construction Co. for Murray Hill and Destrehan Drive Drainage Improvements
- Ordinance authorizing $1,438,242.25 contract with Byron E. Talbot Contractor for Deputy Jeff G. Watson Dr. Roadway Extension
- Ordinance authorizing $1,550,000 Construction Manager at Risk agreement with Woodward Design + Build for Hahnville Branch Library
- Zoning amendments to permit wet floodproofing of residential accessory buildings up to 600 sq ft and add spatial requirements for the Wetlands District
The council approved the minutes from the May 19 meeting (7‑0). It adopted several zoning amendments, a library construction contract, road and drainage contracts, and a large budget amendment, all with votes of 7‑0 except the library contract which passed 6‑1. The council also appointed Webb Jay to the Planning & Zoning Commission (7‑0).
- Approved May 19 minutes (7‑0)
- Approved flood‑damage‑prevention zoning amendment (7‑0)
- Approved wetlands‑district spatial‑requirements zoning amendment (7‑0)
- Approved $1,550,000.00 library CMAR contract (6‑1)
- Approved $1,438,242.25 road extension contract (7‑0)
- Approved $2,112,258.00 drainage improvement contract (7‑0)
- Approved $33,691,489 revenue and $45,075,920 expenditure budget amendment (7‑0)
- Appointed Webb Jay to Planning & Zoning Commission (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The board will meet to review medical staff, quality, and financial reports. The session includes an executive session for strategic planning and personnel issues. The board will also vote on the approval of the April 30, 2025, meeting minutes.
- Approval of April 30, 2025 minutes
- Executive session for strategic planning and personnel issues
- EMS Report presented by Huey Marcel
- Medical Staff Credentialing report
- Financial reports including balance sheet and income statement
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will consider three resolutions: adopting a Personnel Policy, approving Change Order Number 1 for RFP 001-2025, and creating an Emergency Preparedness Plan. The board will also review financial reports for March and April 2025 and receive an update on the RAD/Section 18 Conversion.
- Resolution 25-05-27-01 – Creation of a St. Charles Parish Personnel Policy
- Resolution 25-05-27-02 – Change Order Number 1 for RFP 001-2025
- Resolution 25-05-27-03 – Creation of a St. Charles Parish Emergency Preparedness Plan
- Review and Acceptance of Financial Reporting for March 2025 and April 2025
- RAD/Section 18 Conversion Update
SCP Council on Aging
The St. Charles Parish Council on Aging board will review and potentially approve the FY2025 budget revision, audit engagement letters from T.S. Kearns & Co., and a board resolution authorizing the executive director to sign GOEA contracts. Other items include personnel committee revised position descriptions, the executive director's annual appraisal, and various annual certifications and evaluations.
- FY2025 Budget Revision
- Board Resolution – Executive Director Sign GOEA Contracts
- T.S. Kearns & CO 2025 Audit Engagement Letter and Statewide Agreed-Upon Procedure Engagement Letter
- Personnel Committee Revised Position Descriptions
- Executive Directors Annual Appraisal
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and zoning amendments. The body is also reviewing appointments for the Hospital Service District No. 1 and the Planning & Zoning Commission.
- Contract with Woodward Design + Build, LLC for Hahnville Branch Library Construction Project: $1,550,000.00
- Contract with Barriere Construction Co., L.L.C. for LA 18 Cast Iron Water Main Replacement, Phase III: $779,876.10
- Professional Services Agreement with Waggoner Engineering, Inc. for Westbank Lift Station Rehab: up to $236,530.00
- Proposed zoning amendment to allow wet floodproofing for residential accessory buildings up to 600 sq. ft.
- Professional Services Agreement with McKim & Creed, Inc. for Oak Street Pump Station Improvements: $89,500.00
The Parish Council voted unanimously to approve several ordinances authorizing contracts for public works, including a $2,112,258 drainage improvement contract. It also approved a library construction contract, water‑main replacement, lift‑station rehab, and other engineering services. A resolution was adopted requesting an Attorney General opinion on a dual‑service issue. All votes were 8‑0 with one member absent.
- Approved Change Order No. 2 for West Bank Library Hurricane Ida Repairs, decreasing contract by $2,500 (8‑0)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Waggoner Engineering, Inc. for Westbank Lift Station Rehab, up to $236,530 (8‑0)
- Approved Contract with Barriere Construction Co., LLC for LA 18 Cast Iron Water Main Replacement, Phase III, $779,876.10 (8‑0)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with McKim & Creed, Inc. for Oak Street Pump Station Improvements, $89,500 (8‑0)
- Approved Contract with Barriere Construction Co., LLC for Murray Hill and Destrehan Drive Drainage Improvements, $2,112,258.00 (8‑0)
- Approved Contract with Byron E. Talbot Contractor, Inc. for Deputy Jeff G. Watson Dr. Roadway Extension, $1,438,242.25 (8‑0)
- Approved Contract with Woodward Design + Build, LLC for Hahnville Branch Library Construction, $1,550,000.00 (8‑0)
- Approved resolution requesting Louisiana Attorney General opinion on dual service on Housing Authority and Planning & Zoning Commission (8‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear six variance requests, including two from Vicki Dunn to reduce the minimum building elevation from 6 ft NAVD88 to 18 inches above the street centerline for new houses at 110 and 110A Matthew Drive in Bayou Gauche. Other requests include a setback reduction for accessory structures, a buffer fence waiver, and increases in wet floodproofing square footage for accessory buildings. Each item will be considered in a public hearing.
- 2025-7-ZBA: Jose Villar requests reduction of spatial requirements for accessory structures at 331 and 333 Meadows Drive, Destrehan (R-3 district).
- 2025-8-ZBA: Nabut Brothers, LLC requests waiver of required buffer fence at 13840 Old Spanish Trail, Boutte (M-1 district).
- 2025-9-ZBA & 2025-10-ZBA: Vicki Dunn requests elevation reduction from 6 ft NAVD88 to 18 in. above street centerline for new houses at 110 and 110A Matthew Drive, Bayou Gauche (R-1A(M) district).
- 2025-11-ZBA: Eric Brown requests increase in maximum square footage for wet floodproofing a residential accessory building at 681 Magnolia Ridge Road, Boutte (O-L district).
- 2025-12-ZBA: Chris Whittington requests increase in maximum square footage for wet floodproofing a residential accessory building at 121 Lorraine Drive, Des Allemands (R-1A district).
SCP Economic Development
The St. Charles Parish Economic Development & Tourism Board will hear a monthly update from Director Corey Faucheux and a presentation from Entergy Louisiana Vice President Michelle Bourg on the Waterford 5 & 6 project. Membership reports from the Port of South Louisiana, River Region Chamber of Commerce, and River Parishes Tourist Commission are also scheduled. The meeting is informational with no votes or decisions on the agenda.
- Guest speaker: Michelle Bourg, Entergy Louisiana VP of Customer Service, on Waterford 5 & 6 project introduction
- Monthly report from Economic Development & Tourism Director Corey Faucheux
- Port of South Louisiana update by Chief Commercial Officer Micah Cormier
- River Region Chamber of Commerce update by Executive Director Ray Gregson
- River Parishes Tourist Commission update by Executive Director Denise Burrell
SCP Community Action Advisory Board
This meeting of the St. Charles Parish Community Action Advisory Board consists primarily of procedural items: approval of prior minutes, old business (alternate designation and board rotations), and new business (Director's Report and Monthly Program Report). No specific budget, funding, or policy actions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of past meeting minutes
- Old Business: Alternate designation and board rotations
- New Business: Director's Report and Monthly Program Report
- Next meeting scheduled for June 11, 2025
SCP Communications District (911)
The St. Charles Parish Communications District (911) board will meet on May 12, 2025, to approve minutes from March 10, 2025, and receive reports from the Secretary/Treasurer and the 911 Director. No new business is listed on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from March 10, 2025
- Reports from Secretary/Treasurer and 911 Director
- No new business announced
SCP Library Board of Control
The board will decide on a CMAR recommendation for the Hahnville Branch Library Project, consider a proposed amendment to the 2025 budget (Resolution 25-3), a hotspot acceptable use policy, and a revision to fines and fees policy. They will also receive an update on Hurricane Ida recovery.
- CMAR Recommendation – Woodward Design + Build, LLC for Hahnville Branch Library Project
- Proposed Amendment to 2025 Budget (Resolution 25-3)
- Proposed Hotspot Acceptable Use Policy
- Proposed Revision to Fines & Fees Policy
- Hurricane Ida Recovery Update
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council will meet to introduce ordinances for public hearing, including a zoning change for a lot on Hahn Street that staff recommended denying. They will also consider appointments to boards and a resolution on the annual audit. Several contracts for engineering and construction services are scheduled for public hearing on May 19.
- Zoning change request for Lot 8, Square 10 on Hahn Street from R-1A to R-1A(M) (recommended denial by staff)
- Ordinance to donate 9.998 acres from Chevron for Sunset Pump Station operation
- Ordinance for East Bank Bridge Park Gymnasium architectural services with Murray Architects for $356,901
- Ordinance to sell property at 102 Stephen Drive, St. Rose through auction agreement
- Ordinance for amendment to Barber Road Bank Stabilization contract, adding $230,502
The Parish Council approved the minutes from the April 21 meeting and extended a speaker's time by three minutes. It voted 9‑0 to approve multiple ordinances, including a $779,876.10 contract for the LA 18 Cast Iron Water Main Replacement Phase III and several professional‑services agreements. The council also approved a land donation from Chevron, a property sale at 102 Stephen Drive (7‑2), and appointed three members to the Hospital Service District No. 1.
- Approved April 21 minutes (9‑0)
- Extended Mr. Bailey's speaking time by 3 minutes (9‑0)
- Approved LA 18 Cast Iron Water Main Replacement Phase III contract, $779,876.10 (9‑0)
- Approved Waggoner Engineering services agreement, up to $236,530.00 (9‑0)
- Approved McKim & Creed engineering services, $89,500.00 (9‑0)
- Approved Chevron land donation of ~9.998 acres for Sunset Pump Station (9‑0)
- Approved sale of 102 Stephen Drive property, 7‑2 vote
- Appointed three members to Hospital Service District No. 1 (each 9‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two ordinance amendments: one to increase the allowable size of residential accessory buildings below base flood elevation from 145 to 600 square feet, and another to update spatial requirements in W-1 zoning. Also up for discussion are a home occupation request, a resubdivision of fifteen lots into ten on Hwy 306, and a consecutive minor resubdivision on Bayou Gauche Island.
- 2025-2-HOP: Home occupation 'Castle Construction & Remodeling Inc.' at 53 Oakley Drive, Destrehan
- 2025-4-MIN: Resubdivision of 15 lots into 10 at 3049 Hwy 306, Des Allemands
- 2025-5-MIN: Consecutive minor resubdivision on Bayou Gauche Island, Council District 4
- 2025-4-ORD: Amend zoning ordinance to increase floodplain accessory building threshold from 145 to 600 sq ft
- 2025-5-ORD: Amend zoning ordinance to update spatial requirements in W-1 zoning
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The St. Charles Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 Board will vote to approve the March 26, 2025 minutes. The meeting includes an executive session on strategic planning and personnel issues, and reports on medical staff, quality, finance, and the CEO's updates. Employee recognitions are also presented.
- Approve the Board of Commissioners’ March 26, 2025 minutes as presented
- Executive Session – Strategic Planning and/or Personnel Issues
- Employee of the Month recognitions for January–March 2025 and Leader/Provider of the Quarter
- Medical Staff Report – Credentialing and Executive Committee minutes (April 9, 2025)
- Finance Report – Balance sheet, income statement, and surgery report
SCP Council on Aging
The St. Charles Parish Council on Aging will meet to consider approval of March minutes, a financial report, accounts payable, and a transfer of funds. The board will also discuss the FY2026 meeting schedule, review the 3rd quarter budget versus actual, and consider a FY2025 budget revision. Additionally, the Personnel Committee will present revised position descriptions and the board will receive FY2026 budget recommendations.
- Approval of March 20, 2025 minutes
- Financial report and accounts payable
- FY2025 budget revision
- Personnel Committee revised position descriptions
- FY2026 budget recommendations
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will consider three resolutions: approving the advertisement of the FY2025 Annual Plan and Capital Fund Action Plan for 2025-2029, creating a Rent Payment and Receivable Policy, and adopting a Sexual Harassment Policy. They will also review financial reports for February 2025 and receive a RAD/Section 18 conversion update.
- Resolution 25-04-22-01 – Approving advertisement of SCPHA 5-Year FY2025 Annual Plan and Capital Fund Action Plan 2025-2029
- Resolution 25-04-22-02 – Creating a SCPHA Rent Payment and Receivable Policy
- Resolution 25-04-22-03 – Adopting a SCPHA Sexual Harassment Policy
- Review and acceptance of February 2025 financial report presented by Paul Rogers of 76Strategies
- RAD/Section 18 Conversion Update
Parish Council
The Parish Council will hold public hearings and vote on multiple ordinances, including a $13.5 million contract for the Montz Pump Station No. 1 as part of the East Bank West Shore Hurricane Protection Levee system. Other items include a $1 million chiller replacement at the Edward A. Dufresne Community Center, a rezoning on Hahn Street, and amendments to flood damage prevention regulations. Several proclamations and a resolution on the St. Charles Parish Waterworks District No. 2 purchase are also on the agenda.
- $13,479,955 contract with Sealevel Construction for Montz Pump Station No. 1 (Project P210301)
- $1,007,800 contract with ARC Mechanical for Edward A. Dufresne Community Center chiller replacement (Project GB240701)
- $421,091.99 contract with RLJ Construction for River Oaks Lift Station Replacement (Project S230501)
- Zoning change from R-1A to R-1A(M) on Lot 8, Square 10, between 210 and 230 Hahn Street, Hahnville
- Amendment No. 3 to Barber Road Bank Stabilization engineering contract, adding $230,502 for a total of $609,146
The Parish Council approved the minutes from the April 7 meeting by an 8‑0 vote. It also approved a series of ordinances—including a cooperative agreement with the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, an amendment transferring Coastal Zone functions, flood‑damage definition updates, flood‑hazard standards, a land sale for $115,525, a $1,007,800 mechanical contract, and a $421,091.99 construction contract—each by an 8‑0 vote. Additional ordinances were scheduled for a public hearing on May 5.
- Approved April 7 minutes (8-0)
- Approved ordinance 2025-0094 Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (8-0)
- Amended and approved ordinance 2025-0095 to transfer Coastal Zone functions (8-0)
- Approved ordinance 2025-0096 flood‑damage definition amendment (8-0)
- Approved ordinance 2025-0097 flood‑hazard reduction standards (8-0)
- Approved ordinance 2025-0100 land sale of 1.06 acres for $115,525 (8-0)
- Approved ordinance 2025-0101 ARC Mechanical contract for $1,007,800 (8-0)
- Approved ordinance 2025-0105 RLJ Construction contract for $421,091.99 (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (19 roll-call votes)
SCP Economic Development
The St. Charles Parish Economic Development & Tourism Board will meet to review monthly reports and membership updates. The meeting includes an economic update from the Director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta/N.O. Branch.
- Economic update by Rebekah Durham, Director of Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta/N.O. Branch
- Department of Economic Development & Tourism monthly report
- Port of South Louisiana update
- River Region Chamber of Commerce update
- River Parishes Tourist Commission update
SCP Communications District (911)
The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting and receive reports from the Secretary/Treasurer and 9-1-1 Director.
SCP Civil Service Board
The St. Charles Parish Civil Service Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss personnel updates, approve prior meeting minutes, and consider two new job descriptions and personnel upgrades in the Finance Department: Budget and Payroll Manager and Budget and Payroll Technician.
- Request for new job description and upgrade: Budget and Payroll Manager, Finance Department
- Request for new job description and upgrade: Budget and Payroll Technician, Finance Department
- Personnel updates, including offers made above entry rate
- Approval of minutes from February 11, 2025 meeting
Parish Council
The council will hold public hearings on a $2.7 million road maintenance contract with Barriere Construction and a $692,052 engineering contract for New Sarpy culvert crossings. It will vote on a resolution giving preliminary approval for up to $10 million in taxable limited tax bonds (DEQ) and introduce ordinances including a rezoning in St. Rose and a land purchase for $115,525. The meeting also includes multiple proclamations and a resolution to nominate a council representative to the Local ITEP Committee.
- Resolution for preliminary approval of up to $10,000,000 Taxable Limited Tax Bonds (DEQ)
- Public hearing on $2,723,256 road maintenance contract with Barriere Construction Co., L.L.C.
- Public hearing on $692,052 engineering services agreement with Linfield, Hunter & Junius, Inc. for New Sarpy CN Culvert Crossings
- Ordinance to rezone Lots 1A and 2A on St. Rose Avenue from C-2 to R-2 (M.A.D. III, LLC)
- Ordinance to purchase 1.06 acres along Hahn Street Extension for $115,525 from RES Barataria, L.L.C.
The council unanimously approved the minutes from the March 24 meeting and a resolution authorizing up to $10 million in taxable limited tax bonds. A proposed zoning change from C‑2 to R‑2 was denied after an 8‑0 vote with one abstention. Two ordinances were adopted without opposition: one for engineering services on the New Sarpy CN culvert crossings and another for a $2.7 million road‑maintenance contract. The council also extended a public speaker’s time by three minutes.
- Approved March 24 meeting minutes (9-0)
- Approved $10 million taxable limited tax bond resolution (9-0)
- Denied zoning amendment to change C‑2 to R‑2 on Lots 1A and 2A (0-8-1)
- Approved ordinance 0081 for Linfield engineering services contract (9-0)
- Approved ordinance 0082 for Barriere road‑maintenance contract $2,723,256 (9-0)
- Extended Mr. Corey Junior’s speaking time by three minutes (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The St. Charles Parish Planning & Zoning Commission will hear three land-use requests. A rezoning from R-1A to R-1A(M) is proposed for a lot in Hahnville between 210 and 230 Hahn Street. A resubdivision of three lots into four at 1718 Paul Maillard Road in Luling and an accessory dwelling unit at 132 Edna Drive in Des Allemands are also on the agenda. No other business is listed.
- Rezoning of Lot 8, Block 10, Village of Hahnville from R-1A to R-1A(M) (2025-3-R)
- Resubdivision of three lots into four at 1718 Paul Maillard Road, Luling, in zones R-1A(M) and C-3 (2025-2-MIN)
- Accessory dwelling unit at 132 Edna Drive, Des Allemands, in R-1A district (2025-1-SPU)
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The SCP Hospital Service District No. 1 will discuss financial approvals and strategic planning. The board is considering payments for purchased services and Medicaid program support.
- Payment to Ochsner Health of $14,193,727.22 for purchased services
- Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) for Medicaid Program Support not to exceed $5M
- Resolution to opt out of Blue Cross/Blue Shield Antitrust Litigation
- Executive session for strategic planning and personnel issues
- Medical staff credentialing and quality reports
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority is meeting to receive public comment on a proposed revision to its Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan. The board will accept public comments and then decide whether to incorporate them into the record. No other substantive business is listed.
- Public comment period on PHA Plan Revision (3-minute limit per speaker)
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will meet to review financial reporting and the Executive Director's report. The board will consider resolutions regarding the FY 2024 Annual Plan and a vendor selection for RFP 001-2025. Updates on the Recovery Agreement and RAD/Section 18 Conversion are also on the agenda.
- Resolution 25-03-25-01: Revision Number 1 of the FY 2024 Annual Plan
- Resolution 25-03-25-02: Selection of a vendor for RFP 001-2025
- RAD/Section 18 Conversion update
- Recovery Agreement update
Parish Council
The Parish Council will approve proclamations, hear reports, introduce two ordinances for public hearing on April 7 (a rezoning on St. Rose Avenue and a $692,052 engineering contract for New Sarpy culvert crossings), and vote on a $2,723,256 road maintenance contract, a subdivision waiver resolution, and a library board appointment.
- Ordinance to rezone Lots 1A and 2A, Square B, St. Rose Subdivision, St. Rose Avenue from C-2 to R-2 (Planning Commission recommended denial)
- Professional Services Agreement with Linfield, Hunter & Junius for New Sarpy CN Culvert Crossings, not to exceed $692,052
- Road Maintenance 2024-25 contract with Barriere Construction Co., L.L.C., amount $2,723,256
- Resolution endorsing a waiver from Appendix C, Subdivision Regulations for Raven Land, LLC
- Appointment of Charlene Alexander-Armstrong to the Library Board of Control (District I representative, term April 2025 – April 2030)
The council approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. It unanimously adopted a resolution endorsing a waiver of subdivision width standards for Raven Land, LLC. The council also appointed Charlene Alexander-Armstrong to the St. Charles Parish Library Board of Control. Three ordinances—zoning amendment, engineering services contract, and road maintenance contract—were scheduled for a public hearing on April 7, 2025.
- Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Adopted resolution waiving subdivision width standards (8-0)
- Appointed Charlene Alexander-Armstrong to Library Board (8-0)
- Scheduled zoning amendment ordinance for public hearing April 7, 2025
- Scheduled engineering services contract ordinance for public hearing April 7, 2025
- Scheduled road maintenance contract ordinance for public hearing April 7, 2025
- Adjourned meeting (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Hurricane Protection Projects Committee
The Hurricane Protection Projects Committee will receive a report (2024-0050) on federal hurricane protection and storm damage risk reduction projects. The meeting is open to the public and includes a silent prayer and pledge. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Report 2024-0050: Federal Hurricane Protection and Storm Damage Risk Reduction Projects
The Hurricane Protection Projects Committee voted to adjourn the March 24, 2025 meeting. The motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Fisher, seconded by Councilwoman O'Daniels, and carried with eight yeas and no nays. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.
- Adjourned meeting (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four variance requests. Items include allowing an accessory building in a front yard with a reduced setback and paving waiver, and three requests to reduce the minimum building elevation for properties in Bayou Gauche. The board will also consider minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting.
- Request by David and Diane Feagley for accessory building in front yard, reduced setback, and paving waiver at 206 St. Paul Street, Destrehan
- Request by Carla Chiasson to reduce building elevation for substantial improvements to existing accessory building at 132 Edna Drive, Bayou Gauche
- Request by Carla Chiasson to reduce building elevation for new detached accessory building at 132 Edna Drive, Bayou Gauche
- Request by Ryan and Ashley McDonald to reduce building elevation for new house at 158 Pleasant Valley Drive, Bayou Gauche
SCP Council on Aging
The St. Charles Parish Council on Aging board will approve or revise the agenda, review the financial report, accounts payable, and transfer of funds, consider the Emergency Response Plan revision, and adopt the FY2026 meeting schedule. These items are listed as old and new business for the March 20, 2025 meeting.
- Approve or Revise Agenda
- Financial Report
- Accounts Payable
- Emergency Response Plan Revision (old business)
- FY2026 Meeting Schedule (new business)
SCP Economic Development
The St. Charles Parish Economic Development & Tourism Board will receive the department's monthly report and update. A guest speaker will present on the state of Louisiana's energy industry. Membership updates will be given by the Port of South Louisiana, River Region Chamber of Commerce, and River Parishes Tourist Commission. The board will consider the nomination of Garrett Monti to the River Parish Tourist Commission.
- Department of Economic Development & Tourism monthly report and update
- Guest speaker presentation on Louisiana energy industry
- Updates from Port of South Louisiana, River Region Chamber of Commerce, and River Parishes Tourist Commission
- Consideration of Garrett Monti's nomination to the River Parish Tourist Commission
SCP Library Board of Control
The St. Charles Parish Library Board of Control will discuss and possibly vote on a proposed revision to the policy on unattended children and a budget amendment for 2024. Other items include a compliance questionnaire, updates on the Hahnville Branch Library project and Hurricane Ida recovery, and election of board officers.
- Proposed revision to the Policy on Unattended Children
- Proposed Amendment to the 2024 Budget (Resolution 25-2)
- Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire (Resolution 25-1)
- Hahnville Branch Library Project update
- Election of Board Officers
SCP Community Action Advisory Board
The St. Charles Parish Community Action Advisory Board is meeting to approve past minutes, conduct the 2025 officer election, and receive the Director's and Monthly Program Reports. No formal decisions on policy or funding are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.
- Approval of past meeting minutes
- 2025 officer election
- Director’s Report
- Monthly Program Report
- Next meeting scheduled for May 14, 2025; no meeting in April
Parish Council
The Council will hold public hearings on several contracts totaling over $962,000, including a $371,000 water main replacement in Bonnet Carre Spillway. Four zoning map amendments are introduced for future public hearing. Other items include proclamations, wastewater audit resolutions, and a library board appointment.
- Public hearing on $371,000 contract with LA Contracting Enterprise for Phase 3 Water Main Replacement in Bonnet Carre Spillway
- Public hearing on $86,850 professional services agreement with MSMM Engineering for Texaco Road Rehabilitation
- Public hearing on $204,885 agreement with Shread-Kuyrkendall for Lakewood Pump Station Discharge Modifications
- Introduction of zoning change from O-L to R-1M on 7 acres at 16139 River Road, Hahnville
- Introduction of zoning change from R-1A(M) to C-2 on Lots B and C, Autin Subdivision adjacent to 16830 Hwy 90, Des Allemands
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
SCP Communications District (911)
The St. Charles Parish Communications District (911) will consider approving an AXS Console Upgrade from Motorola Solutions costing $780,273.00, with an optional warranty for years 2-5 at $142,394.00. Also on the agenda are approval of January 13 meeting minutes and reports from the Secretary/Treasurer and 9-1-1 Director.
- Approve AXS Console Upgrade for 911 Center with seven Command Central AXS Dispatch Consoles, three MCG 8000 Conventional Channel Gateways, one DSC 8000 Conventional Site Controller, and 21 APX 4500 Control Stations for $780,273.00
- Optional warranty for years 2-5 in the amount of $142,394.00
- Approval of minutes from January 13, 2025 meeting
- Reports from Secretary/Treasurer and 9-1-1 Director
SCP Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will consider requests for zoning changes, a lot resubdivision, and a sign size waiver. The body will also discuss transferring Local Coastal Zone Management Advisory Committee functions and amending the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance.
- Zoning change from C-2 to R-2 for 117 St. Rose Avenue
- Resubdivision of one lot into two at 1313 Paul Maillard Road
- Boarding house request for 318 Clayton Drive
- AT&T request for a sign size waiver in the Highway 90 Corridor Overlay Zone
- Proposed amendments to the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance regarding Base Flood Elevation and water supply systems
SCP Hospital Service District No. 1
The Hospital Service District No. 1 board will vote on awarding the low bid for the intensive outpatient program building to B.E.T. Construction. They also plan to declare a non-emergent transport bus as surplus property. The meeting includes reports on finances, quality, patient experience, and an executive session on strategic planning and personnel.
- Award intensive outpatient program building low bid to B.E.T. Construction
- Declare non-emergent transport bus as surplus property
- Employee of the Month: Thom LaVoie, Paramedic EMS
- Executive session for strategic planning and/or personnel issues
- Approve minutes from January 29, 2025
SCP Housing Authority
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will meet to consider approving a revision to its Audit Engagement Policy via Resolution 25-02-25-01. The board will also review and approve minutes from January 28, 2025, accept financial reports, and hear the Executive Director's report. Public comment periods are scheduled for agenda items and general matters.
- Resolution 25-02-25-01 – Approving and Adopting a Revision to the SCPHA Audit Engagement Policy
- Review and approval of board meeting minutes from January 28, 2025
- Review and acceptance of financial reporting
- Executive Director’s report
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council meeting will consider several proclamations and reports, and will vote on multiple ordinances authorizing professional services agreements for engineering and permitting projects. Key contracts include agreements worth $86,850, $204,885.40, $300,000, and $300,000 for various infrastructure and environmental projects. The council will also consider zoning amendments that reclassify specific parcels in Luling, Paradis, Killona, and Norco.
- Ordinance approving $86,850 agreement with MSMM Engineering for Texaco Road Rehabilitation (Project No. P250201).
- Ordinance approving $204,885.40 agreement with Shread‑Kuyrkendall & Associates for Lakewood Pump Station Discharge Modifications (Project No. P241106).
- Ordinance approving $300,000 agreement with ELOS Environmental for permits (Project No. P250202).
- Ordinance approving $300,000 agreement with Bella Marketing (Coastal Permitting) for coastal permits (Project No. P241201).
- Zoning amendment changing classification from R‑1A(M) to R‑2 on 925 and 935 Paul Frederick Drive, Luling.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
SCP Zoning Board of Adjustment
The St. Charles Parish Board of Adjustment will hear two variance requests: one to allow a parking space within 30 feet of an intersection on a corner lot, and another to reduce required setbacks for a mobile home. No other business is scheduled beyond approving prior minutes.
- 2025-1-ZBA: Robert and Cynthia Adams request a variance for a driveway parking space within 30 ft. of an intersection at 232 Villere Drive, Destrehan (R-1A).
- 2025-2-ZBA: Lenix Harris requests reduced setbacks for a mobile home at 251 South Kinler Street, Boutte (R-1A(M)).
- Both items are public hearings with no other new business or unfinished business listed.
SCP Civil Service Board
The St. Charles Parish Civil Service Board will meet to discuss personnel updates, consider a request for an employee upgrade in Government Buildings, and consider a correction to Section 7.02 regarding annual and sick leave for employees hired before 1995. The board will also hear an employee appeal and consider entering executive session.
- Personnel updates including monthly reports and offers made above entry rate
- Request for consideration of an employee upgrade in Government Buildings
- Request for consideration to correct Section 7.02 Annual and Sick (employees hired prior to 1-1-95)
- Employee appeal to the Civil Service Board
- Consideration of motion to recess/adjourn for Executive Session
Parish Council
The St. Charles Parish Council will meet to approve ordinances for zoning changes, including a proposed change to R-1A(M) to R-2 on Oak Ridge Park Subdivision lots. The agenda also includes contracts for engineering and surveying services, a franchise agreement with Entergy, and a change order for courthouse renovations.
- Zoning change from R-1A(M) to R-2 on Oak Ridge Park Subdivision lots
- Zoning change from C-1 to R-1A(M) on Post Street in Killona
- Contract amendment for engineering services on Kinler and Paul Frederick Roadway ($744,851.00)
- Contract amendment for surveying services on Texaco Road ($21,015.00)
- Change order for St. Charles Parish 1st Floor Courthouse Renovation
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Parish Council
The Parish Council will discuss funding for pump station maintenance and engineering amendments for roadway and drainage projects. The body will also hold public hearings on professional service agreements for road maintenance and drainage improvements.
- Proposed use of Special Revenue Fund 123 for pump station utilities, fuel, and maintenance
- Proposed amendment to EJES Inc. contract for Kinler and Paul Frederick Roadway and Drainage Improvements up to $358,896.00
- Proposed change order for 1st Floor Courthouse Renovation to decrease contract by $42,706.00
- Public hearing on EJES Inc. amendment for Kinler and Paul Frederick Roadway and Drainage Improvements for $547,877.00
- Public hearing on Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc. amendment for Road Maintenance 2022-23 for $90,086.00
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parish Council
The Parish Council will hold public hearings on several professional services agreements and infrastructure projects. The body will also consider a property expropriation and the revocation of a special permit for automobile sales.
- Engineering services for Kinler and Paul Frederick Roadway and Drainage Improvements not to exceed $547,877.00
- Engineering services for Water System Modeling in the amount of $253,278.00
- Concrete Maintenance 2023-24 contract increase of $328,314.80 with Kass Bros., Inc.
- Expropriation of a 20.776 acre parcel owned by Clyde J. Melancon, et al along Hahn Street Extension
- Revocation of a Special Permit Use for automobile sales at 16830 Highway 90, Des Allemands