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 "state": "Louisiana",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "Council authorizes $1.68 M road rehab contract with Barriere Construction",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Council will approve several contracts and resolutions, including a $1,679,717 road‑rehabilitation contract, bids for a new fire station, and a nutrition‑assessment services agreement. It will also reject a dump‑truck bid, approve an agricultural‑building permit, and address routine items such as minutes, finance reports, and audit presentations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-654",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "St. James Parish Council approves invoices and accepts Emergency Control Center renovations",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Council approved the disbursement of funds to pay pending invoices and accepted the completion of the Emergency Control Center Exterior Renovations project. The meeting also included updates on drainage studies and senior center projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-653",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07012026-653",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Coastal Zone Commission",
   "headline": "Coastal Zone Commission to review industrial and infrastructure permits",
   "summary": "The Commission will discuss updates on industrial projects and review new requests for facility construction. The meeting also includes a review of several state-level coastal use permits for pipeline repairs and well plugging.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-652",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission will discuss community profile and comprehensive plan update",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Planning Commission Working Group will meet at 5:00 p.m. to discuss the St. James Parish Community Profile and Comprehensive Plan Update. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, the Pledge of Allegiance, and adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-650",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Air Liquide seeks approval to build air‑separation unit at 5891 Highway 18",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Planning Commission will consider two residential resubdivision applications for the former Hester Plantation and two land‑use requests. One request is Air Liquide Large Industries’ proposal to construct an air‑separation unit at 5891 Highway 18 on a six‑and‑a‑half‑acre parcel leased from Koch Methanol within an industrial‑use zone. The other is Benjamin Rodrigue’s request to build an agricultural storage building at 19613 Hwy 643, a site designated for Residential Growth where agricultural use is not listed as allowable.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-651",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "Council sets 2026 property tax millage and considers industrial zoning for Shady Grove",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Council will set the 2026 property tax millage rates and consider an ordinance to rezone the Shady Grove area from agricultural to industrial use. The council also plans to approve payments for invoices, schedule a Board of Review, and authorize bids for a community sports complex.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-649",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06172026-649",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "St. James Parish Council votes to rezone Shady Grove area to industrial use",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Council adopted an ordinance to change the land use designation of the Shady Grove area from Agricultural to Industrial. The vote took place on June 17, 2026, and the ordinance is effective immediately.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-648",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-648",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "St. James Parish Council considers $10 million in disaster recovery bonds",
   "summary": "The Council will hold a public hearing on ordinances regarding the Coastal Zone Management Advisory Committee and the Keep St. James Parish Beautiful Board. The regular meeting includes discussions on disaster recovery funding, a special election for the District V Recreation District, and various infrastructure contracts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-647",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05202026-647",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Keep St. James Parish Beautiful Board",
   "headline": "Board reviews new $5,000 KLB grant and upcoming budget plans",
   "summary": "The Keep St. James Parish Beautiful Board will discuss reports on past cleanup events, recycling, and trash can placement. New business includes voting on a restaurant tour contest winner, reviewing a written budget and committee assignments, and planning a tree‑planting event for the 250th USA celebration. The board will also consider a newly applied $5,000 grant from KLB and start a litter survey in early June.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-643",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to consider industrial redesignation for Shady Grove area",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss changing the land use map for the Shady Grove area from Agricultural to Industrial. The commission may recommend this change to the parish council for final ordinance adoption.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-645",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Coastal Zone Commission",
   "headline": "Air Liquide proposes new Air Separation Unit facility",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will discuss a proposal to construct an industrial gas facility and review updates on existing land-use permits. The board will also review several state-level pipeline repair and dredging applications.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-644",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to discuss Community Profile and Comprehensive Plan update",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Planning Commission Working Group will meet to discuss the update of the Community Profile and Comprehensive Plan.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-646",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "St. James Parish Council to set 2026 property tax millage rates",
   "summary": "The Council will hold a public hearing and take action on Ordinance 26-05 to designate property tax millage rates for 2026. The meeting also includes discussions on drainage studies and several resolutions for parish contracts and proclamations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05062026-642",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05062026-642",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "St. James Planning Commission to vote on mobile home variances",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Planning Commission will consider two variance requests to allow additional mobile homes on single lots. The body will also discuss land use requests for residential construction in industrial zones and a pole barn in a residential area.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-639",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04272026-639",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Coastal Zone Commission",
   "headline": "Coastal Zone Advisory Board to review residential land use and state permits",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will discuss a request to determine if a property is suitable for a home, shed, and pond. The board will also review several state-level permit applications for pipeline maintenance and dredging.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-641",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to discuss Community Profile and Comprehensive Plan update",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Government Planning Commission Working Group will meet to discuss the St. James Parish Community Profile and Comprehensive Plan Update.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-640",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-15",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "Council considers $50,000 land purchase for Lutcher Library parking",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Council will meet to decide on the purchase of 0.695 acres of land to expand parking for the Lutcher Library. The body will also consider several land-use applications, insurance contracts, and a property tax millage designation for 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04152026-638",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04152026-638",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-01",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on property purchase ordinance and multiple contract resolutions",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Council will approve minutes from the March 18 meetings, consider a payroll disbursement resolution, and vote on numerous contract extensions and amendments, including a $6.8 million amendment for the West Shore Risk Reduction Levee Project. The council will also consider Ordinance‑26‑03 to purchase immovable property from Ellis & Lena W. Bourgeois Family Properties, LLC, and introduce a new ordinance to purchase property from the Society of St. Vincent De Paul Lutcher‑Gramercy Chapter. Additional items include proclamations and bids for utility relocation work.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04012026-637",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04012026-637",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "St. James Parish Planning Commission to review land use and subdivision requests",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will consider five plot resubdivisions and three land use requests for properties in Convent, Vacherie, and Paulina. The body will also review five variance requests for mobile homes and residential additions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03302026-635",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03302026-635",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "Coastal Zone Commission",
   "headline": "St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board to review land clearing and state permits",
   "summary": "The board will discuss land clearing proposals for personal residences and review several state-level coastal use permit applications. These include infrastructure projects for transmission lines, pipeline maintenance, and water line extensions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03302026-634",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to discuss community profile and comprehensive plan update",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Planning Commission Working Group will meet at 5:00 p.m. to discuss the St. James Parish Community Profile and an update to the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, the pledge of allegiance, and adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03302026-636",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-25",
   "body": "Economic Development Board Meetings",
   "headline": "St. James Parish Economic Development Board to meet March 25",
   "summary": "The board will discuss upcoming events including Market Day and the Small Business Banquet. Members will also receive updates on the Welcome Center and economic prospects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03252026-633",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-18",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "St. James Parish Council proclaims March 2026 as Problem Gambling Awareness Month",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Council met to adopt a resolution designating March 2026 as Problem Gambling Awareness Month. The resolution encourages residents to support the National Council on Problem Gambling.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03182026-631",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03182026-631",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-03",
   "body": "Parish Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $5,214.84 change order for Watershed Humble Phase III drainage project",
   "summary": "The St. James Parish Council adopted a resolution to accept Change Order #1 for the Watershed Humble Phase III Drainage Improvement project. The change order adds $5,214.84 to the contract with Triumph Construction, LLC and extends the schedule by five days. The council authorized Parish President Peter A. Dufresne to sign the necessary documents.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03032026-630",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03032026-630",
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-26",
   "body": "Board of Building Code Appeals",
   "headline": "Board to consider appeal for mobile home permit at 3434 Baytree Street, Vacherie",
   "summary": "The Board of Building Code Appeals will hear a mobile home permit denial appeal from Danine Frazier, who seeks an exception to the 12,000‑sq‑ft minimum lot size and removal of damaged‑mobile‑home requirements for a permit at 3434 Baytree Street, Vacherie, LA 70090. The Board will also adopt Robert’s Rules of Order as its official procedural guide and elect a chairman and vice‑chair. Standard agenda items such as call to order, minutes of the February 12 meeting, and public comment (none) will be addressed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02262026-629",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.stjamesla.com/AgendaCenter"
  }
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}