Environment & climate in Louisiana local government
What Louisiana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about environment & climate — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
58 Louisiana meetings since 2024 covered environment & climate. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Louisiana with the most environment & climate activity
- St. Charles Parish, LA (10)
- Lutcher, LA (8)
- Baton Rouge, LA (7)
- Kenner, LA (6)
- Bossier City, LA (5)
- Sulphur, LA (3)
- DeRidder, LA (3)
- Bastrop, LA (3)
- Leesville, LA (2)
- Gretna, LA (2)
- Thetownofplaindealing, LA (2)
- Baker, LA (2)
Latest matching meetings
Committee reviews traffic manual updates and Transportation for America recommendations
The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from LADOTD on recent updates to the Traffic Engineering Manual, Complete Streets Manual, and Work Zone/Temporary Traffic Control guidelines. It will also consider recommendations from Transportation for America. Additional updates will be provided by…
Committee reviews joint permit applications and five coastal master‑plan projects
The Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will hear the manager’s briefing on seven joint permit applications, including withdrawals, exemptions and state proposals. Members will receive an update on five projects that have passed the initial screening for the CPRA Coastal Master Plan. The meeting will also cover discussion…
Council to vote on $300K more for Benton Road repairs
The City Council will hold public hearings and take final votes on amendments to emergency street and drainage funding, including an additional $33,800 for a declared emergency and $300,000 for Benton Road street repairs. New business includes a rezoning for a chiropractic office at 2290 Benton Road, a cooperative…
Demolition by neglect hearings for two historic properties
The Historic Preservation Commission holds public hearings on two demolition by neglect cases deferred from May: 645 North 8th Street and 764 Spanish Town Road. They will also consider a certificate of appropriateness for a project at 999 North 9th Street. A request to defer the item for 438 & 442 Main Street to…
Council to ratify $13,449 emergency repair of street sweeper
The council will consider ratifying an emergency repair of a 2017 Schwarze Street Sweeper truck by Covington Sales & Service, Inc. for $13,449.04. The repair was needed for the Public Works Department's Parkway Division to maintain street cleanliness and public safety. This is a first reading ordinance to approve the…
Committee to discuss pedestrian safety report
The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will receive the Smart Growth America Dangerous by Design Report, which addresses pedestrian safety. The committee will also consider adding a new member from a disability rights organization and hear updates on working groups.
Land Use Commission to amend annexation resolution for Patton Street property
The Sulphur Land Use Commission will meet to approve a resolution amending a previous resolution to correct the property description for annexed property located at 2211 Patton Street. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 15, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
Council to vote on $1.2M for South Bossier redevelopment plan
The Bossier City Council will hold public hearings and final readings on several ordinances, including a $1.2 million appropriation from the Riverboat Gaming Capital Projects Fund for the Long Term South Bossier Redevelopment Plan and a $924,021.91 appropriation from the Parkway Capital Project Fund for the Old…
Council to vote on Florida Blvd rezoning to Heavy Commercial
The Metropolitan Council holds public hearings on three rezoning requests and one street name change. Items include rezoning 14810 Florida Blvd from Rural to Heavy Commercial (HC1), 2639 North St to allow a bar/lounge, and 5956/5986 Stumberg Lane to Light Commercial (LC3). Also, a proposed street name change from…
Board reviews new $5,000 KLB grant and upcoming budget plans
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…
Council to vote on $1.2M South Bossier redevelopment plan
The City Council will consider multiple ordinances including a $1.2 million appropriation from Riverboat Gaming funds for the Long Term South Bossier Redevelopment Plan, a $924,000 appropriation for the Old Brownlee and Wemple Road Project, and the sale of city property to Stonewall Baptist Church for $207,000. They…
Coastal committee to discuss permit applications and new swamp management units
The Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will review joint permit applications, including several from Public Works, Shell, and Entergy, and discuss updates on coastal activities. The meeting also covers the introduction of two new Emergency Management Units (EMUs) for the New Sarpy and Ormond Swamps.
Council to vote on emergency well repairs and property condemnations
The DeRidder City Council will consider an emergency ordinance to authorize additional costs for repairs to the Mays Street well via Griner Drilling Service Inc. They will also vote on condemning three properties on Patton Street owned by Brian Jason Parson and Drake Hunter Parson. An ordinance to honorarily designate…
Council approves $1.4M concrete street maintenance contract
The Kenner City Council approved multiple contracts and expenditures, including a $1.4 million annual contract for concrete street maintenance and a $200,000 engineering services agreement. They also adopted the first reading of the capital budget for FY 2026-2027 and accepted several grants and emergency purchases…
Committee discusses updates and garbage ordinance amendment
The Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee will hold a public meeting to receive public comments, approve the August 26, 2025 minutes, and provide updates on water quality, street projects, fire and police stations, and Millennium Studios. The committee will also discuss possible amendments to the Garbage Dumpster…
City Council to fill council seat and approve street, police, and environmental projects
The Leesville City Council will consider filling a vacant council seat, approving street rehabilitation projects, and converting police and airport lighting to LED. The body will also authorize an environmental consultant for a Brownfield Assessment Grant.
Coastal Zone Advisory Board to review residential land use and state permits
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.
Historic District Commission to review 5 property repair requests
The Gretna Historic District Commission will consider Certificate of Appropriateness requests for repairs and renovations at five properties across Districts 1 and 2. The body will also hear from applicants regarding reinstating an expired approval.
Committee to approve minutes and hear staff updates on Complete Streets
The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will meet to approve the February 19, 2026 minutes, receive updates from the membership working group and staff, and discuss next steps. No major decisions, public hearings, or financial items are on the agenda.
Town Council to hold public hearing on franchise ordinance for Four States Fiber
The Town Council will approve the agenda, minutes from the March 10 meeting, and the March expense report. New business includes a public hearing on Ordinance #1 of 2026 granting a franchise to Southwest Arkansas Telecommunications and Technology, LLC d/b/a Four States Fiber. The council will also consider a…
Commission to review historic district properties and grants
The DeRidder Commercial Historic District Advisory Commission will discuss available properties in the historic district, explore Main Street grant opportunities, and receive an update on Main Street training. No official action will be taken at this meeting.
City council to discuss solar energy and receive police and fire reports
The Minden City Council will hold a workshop to discuss solar energy with Integrity Energy and receive monthly reports from the Police and Fire departments. The meeting will also include a presentation from the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency and a budget report from the City Clerk.
City Council to set 2026 property tax millage rate at 28.16 mills
The Kenner City Council will vote on an ordinance levying a 28.16‑mill property tax rate for 2026. It will also consider a $2,000,000 debt issuance to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality for Clean Water State Revolving Fund financing. Additional items include approval of several contracts and bids under…
Council to consider zoning for large solar systems, property purchase
The St. Charles Parish Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances introduced at prior meetings: amending zoning standards for large solar energy systems (LSES), updating the parish's substance abuse policy for employees, and authorizing the purchase or expropriation of a 5.72-acre parcel at 400 Hackberry…
Coastal committee reviews joint permit applications and discusses EMUs.
The St. Charles Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will review six joint permit applications, hear a presentation from the Pontchartrain Conservancy, and discuss Emergency Management Units 12, 13, and 14. The meeting also includes updates on coastal zone activities and announcements regarding regional workgroups.
Parish Council to adopt SHIELD Plan for flood and habitat protection
The council will hear proclamations, reports, and introduce an ordinance for large solar energy system development standards. Public hearings are scheduled for a $4.8M West Bank Water Treatment Plant contract, a $660,000 sand volleyball courts project, a polling place lease change, and a precinct boundary adjustment…
SCP Housing Authority to advertise RFP for environmental review services
The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority will review and approve financial reports for December 2025 and January 2026. The board will also vote to advertise a request for proposals for environmental review services for low-rent properties.
Board reviews $12,700 proposed budget for Keep St. James Beautiful
The Keep St. James Parish Beautiful Board will discuss a proposed budget of $12,700 covering supplies for Ag Day, beautification projects, advertising, trash bash, recycling, and a new grant. The board will also plan a tree‑planting program for the 250th USA celebration and a parish‑wide clean‑up on April 18…
Council to approve $178,479 overlay project on Sara Street
The Sulphur City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including amendments to Ordinance 1775 for the Zaveri Subdivision at 2580 and 2600 Ruth Street and to Ordinance 1928 to remove a concrete parking requirement at 2209 Carr Lane. The council will consider a cooperative endeavor agreement with…
Solar energy system zoning amendment on P&Z agenda
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider an ordinance to amend Section VII of the St. Charles Parish Zoning Ordinance regarding Large Solar Energy Systems. Also on the agenda are two requests for lot resubdivision on River Ridge Drive and Luke Drive, and a special use permit for automobile fleet services in St…
City to approve emergency debris removal contract
The West Monroe Board of Aldermen will consider several ordinances, including contracts for emergency debris removal and monitoring services, a labor law retainer with Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, and participation in the EPA Regional Water Pollution Prevention Program. They will also hear project updates on…
Land Use Commission to discuss zoning revisions and amend subdivision rules
The Sulphur Land Use Commission will meet to adopt resolutions amending subdivision rules for the Zaveri Subdivision and removing concrete requirements for a business rezone at 2209 Carr Lane. The body will also discuss a comprehensive zoning ordinance revision and establish public comment rules.
Committee to discuss solar farm code revisions
The Legislative Committee will hold a discussion on proposed code revisions regarding solar farms and their potential locations in St. Charles Parish. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion only.
Board reviews multiple zoning appeals, including a greenbelt plan for 3701 Williams Blvd
The Kenner Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider several appeals to Ordinance No. 11,062 covering landscaping, yard, side‑yard, loading‑area screening, and manufactured‑home use. It will also approve the meeting minutes from December 3, 2025. The board will discuss each case before voting on the proposed…
Lawrenceburg Beer Board to review off-premise beer permit application
The Lawrenceburg Beer Board will meet on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the Lawrenceburg Municipal Complex to take action on a permit application.
City Council to appoint Amanda Westmoreland as new police chief
The Leesville City Council will consider several resolutions, including appointing Amanda Westmoreland as the new police chief. Other items include renewing an audit services contract, joining an energy‑efficiency program for the Event Center, approving completion of a street rehabilitation project, and closing city…
City Council to consider $700,000 emergency power equipment rental
The Kenner City Council will review several high-value contracts for wastewater infrastructure and fleet equipment. The body is also considering a new five-year recycling services agreement and a zoning conditional use for airport expansion projects.
Parish Council to authorize $3.7M bond and approve polling place leases
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.
St. James Parish Council adopts resolution to opt out of state solar farm regulations
The St. James Parish Council voted to adopt Resolution 25, opting out of the state‑level siting requirements for solar farms established by Act 279 of the 2025 Louisiana Legislative session. The parish already has a comprehensive solar farm ordinance (Section 82‑26 of the St. James Parish Code of Ordinances) that is…
Metropolitan Council holds informational budget hearing on Mayor's 2026 budget
The Metropolitan Council will hold an informational budget hearing on Monday, November 24, 2025 at City Hall, 222 St. Louis Street, 3rd Floor, Room 348. No quorum is required and no votes will be taken. Departments and agencies—including Development, Building & Grounds Maintenance, Transportation & Drainage…