Grants & funding in Louisiana local government
What Louisiana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
77 Louisiana meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Louisiana with the most grants & funding activity
- East Baton Rouge Parish School System, LA (9)
- Baton Rouge, LA (8)
- Plaquemine, LA (7)
- Baker, LA (5)
- Kenner, LA (4)
- DeRidder, LA (4)
- Oakgrove, LA (4)
- Portbarre, LA (3)
- Jefferson Parish Public School System, LA (3)
- Lutcher, LA (3)
- West Monroe, LA (3)
- Bastrop, LA (3)
Latest matching meetings
Kenner City Council to consider multiple infrastructure and police grants
The City Council will review several contracts for wastewater and public works maintenance, including garden services and pump repairs. The body is also considering the acceptance of two Department of Justice grants for police programs and two resubdivision ordinances.
Kenner City Council approves various contracts, grants, and city leadership changes
The City Council is meeting to approve several municipal contracts, including police equipment purchases and infrastructure repairs. The agenda also includes the election of a new Council President and Vice President, as well as the appointment of a new Clerk of Council.
Port Barre Council to consider new official journal and ICE agreement
The Town Council will decide on changing the official town journal and accepting a police officer's resignation. Members will also discuss a potential Memorandum of Agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement for funding.
Minden City Council to vote on airport fencing bid and hangar fees
The City Council will consider resolutions regarding a DRA Fiscal Year 2026 grant and the sale of surplus vehicles. The body will also vote on airport hangar fees and a bid for airport perimeter fencing. Personnel promotions for the police and fire departments are on the agenda.
Main Street Advisory Board to discuss 2026 events and grant funding
The board will meet to plan upcoming community events for 2026 and discuss the SmartStart DeRidder grant. Members will also consider adding new board members and organizing a fundraiser for training.
Board to vote on rejecting EPA electric bus grant
The Jefferson Parish School Board will hold second readings and votes on several items, including a proposal to reject the EPA Clean School Bus grant for electric vehicles and an amendment to add a Walk of Fame to the Bunche/Washington School construction site. The consent agenda includes approval of contracts, budget…
Council to amend agreement for Cypress at Ardendale affordable housing project
The Council is considering an emergency amendment to the subrecipient agreement for the Cypress at Ardendale Phase I development. This action realigns the existing ARPA funding structure with Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing requirements without increasing the total budget.
Council discusses road access, tax rates, and fire department grants
The council will consider several ordinances regarding a new college access road, budget amendments, and updated tax rates. Additionally, multiple resolutions are proposed to authorize various federal and state grant applications for the Fire Department and local recreation.
Council to authorize $220,000 grant for airport airfield development
The Metropolitan Council will consider authorizing the Mayor-President and Airport Commission to apply for and accept a $220,000 grant from the FAA and Louisiana Office of Aviation for Future East Airfield Development. This item is deemed an emergency to meet state deadlines.
Council to introduce $2M HIV/AIDS grant and $307k ShotSpotter deal
The Metropolitan Council will hold a public hearing to introduce several items for final approval at their June 24 meeting. Key items include accepting over $2 million in HIV/AIDS federal grants, renewing the ShotSpotter gunshot detection contract for $307,255, and a $559,908 fleet management system contract. Also…
City to apply for FEMA flood mitigation and resilience grants
The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and regular meeting. Key actions include approving a re-subdivision for Discount Tobacco, authorizing a FEMA grant application for flood mitigation, and changing utility meter reading policies to require physical access instead of customer photos.
City Council to consider fire system grant and housing authority support
The City Council will meet to review payroll and bills. The body is considering a grant for fire safety installations and a resolution supporting the Municipal Housing Authority.
City Council to adopt annual budget and tax rate for FY 2026-2027
The council will hold a public hearing and vote on the second reading of the annual budget and tax rate ordinance for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026. They will also consider first reading of an ordinance to accept a state grant for a connecting road from U.S. 43 to the college. Resolutions include a contract…
Council to introduce $300k ARPA contract extension and crime prevention budget
The Metropolitan Council will consider introductions for several items including a $300,000 increase to an ARPA grant management contract and a $100,000 transfer for crime prevention in the South Burbank district. Many other items are introductions for future public hearings on adjudicated property sales and…
Council to introduce $300k ARPA grant contract increase
The Metropolitan Council will introduce several items for future public hearings, including a $300,000 increase for an ARPA grant management contract and a $100,000 budget supplement for crime prevention. They will also approve minutes and set public hearings on multiple property condemnations and adjudicated property…
City considers FEMA grant for stormwater master plan
The Board of Selectmen will discuss applying for a FEMA BRIC grant to develop a Stormwater Master Plan. They will also discuss strategies for transitioning utility meter reading from photo submissions to direct access, and a policy requiring proof of ownership or lease for utility customers. Proposed budget amendments…
Board to review proposed 2026-2027 budgets
The Ascension Parish School Board will review the proposed 2026-2027 budgets and consider a resolution authorizing the superintendent to sign documents for state funding. The board also approved a consent agenda including a property sale for a roundabout at Central Middle School, kitchen equipment bids, and several…
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…
Gretna council to approve budget and water meter project change order
The Gretna Mayor and City Council will consider adopting the revised 2025-2026 budget and approving a change order for a water meter replacement project. The meeting also includes consent agenda items for alcohol outlet permits and resolutions regarding community development block grants.
Board to vote on $7.1M EPA grant for 15 electric school buses
The Facilities Committee will consider several action items, including the sale of two portions of 606 Clay St. (Washington Elementary) for a total of $760,000, renewal of HVAC maintenance contracts with Johnson Controls, and approval of a $7.1 million EPA grant to purchase 15 electric school buses. The committee will…
City will apply for flood control grant to reduce flood damages
The Board will consider resolutions to apply for state flood control assistance and to accept proposals for a federal infrastructure grant. They will also vote on ordinances setting fees for public records and credit card payments for utilities, and change the monthly meeting time from 6:30 to 6:00 p.m. Other items…
Council to vote on $275,000 appropriation for January ice storm recovery
The council will hold public hearings and vote on two unfinished business items: appropriating $275,000 from the Disaster Reserve Fund for the January 2026 ice storm and authorizing a commissary services agreement with CTC Commissary, LLC. New business includes declaring an emergency for a sewer force main blowout on…
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.
Board will consider a contract to prepare a grant application for infrastructure projects
The Plaquemine Board of Selectmen will discuss a resolution to accept proposals and contract professional services to prepare and submit an application for financial assistance from the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration for infrastructure projects. They will also discuss bond issues presented…
Finance Committee considers $400,000 Buckeye High School pond closure bid
The Finance Committee is reviewing budget updates, grant reports, and various maintenance contracts. The body is deciding on several funding requests and soliciting proposals for facility remediation and dust control.
Plaquemine Board of Selectmen to consider infrastructure grant application
The Board of Selectmen will decide on resolutions for wastewater pollution reports and a grant application for infrastructure projects. The meeting includes presentations from judicial candidates and a local author, as well as requests for temporary alcohol permits.
Board approves Head Start grant, capital projects, and field trips
The Ascension Parish School Board approved the Head Start 2026 grant application, a right of way agreement with Entergy at St. Amant Primary and Middle, sealed bids for East Ascension High gym renovations and Gonzales Primary walk-in cooler equipment, and out-of-state field trips for Dutchtown High volleyball and…
Council considers HIV/AIDS program funding and land acquisition for La 42
The Metropolitan Council is introducing items for future public hearings, including federal funding for health services and land acquisition for a road project. The body is also considering the rescission of a condemnation notice for a property on Mast Dr.
Board of Aldermen to consider grant applications for sewer and water projects
The Board of Aldermen will meet to discuss authorizing grant applications for two infrastructure projects. These include sanitary sewer improvements and a carbon replacement for Well 8.
Town to apply for two state grant programs
The Board of Aldermen will consider authorizing the mayor to submit applications for grant funds from the Louisiana Government Assistance Program and the Community Water Enrichment Fund.
Council considers adopting new land use and thoroughfare plans
The Lawrenceburg City Council will vote on resolutions regarding city planning and grant applications. The body is deciding on the adoption of official land use and transportation policies and the donation of specific buildings for removal.
Council to approve $1.5 million Community Services Block Grant
The Metropolitan Council meeting will adopt minutes from previous sessions and introduce a revised planning commission fee schedule. It will consider a $306,170.66 settlement in the Prentiss Hawkins lawsuit and a $334,224.46 payment for the Sharell Horton judgment. The council will also authorize several agreements…
Council to consider ordinance expanding DeRidder city limits and multiple contracts
The DeRidder City Council will adopt a hazard mitigation plan and a resolution supporting local food banks. It will also consider several ordinances, including one that enlarges the city’s corporate limits, and others that authorize cooperative agreements and contracts for driver training, Main Street repairs, a…
Council to consider annexation, grant applications, and multiple ordinances
The DeRidder City Council will adopt minutes from the January 12 meeting and review the planning and zoning commission's recommendation. A petition to annex approximately 8.4055 acres on Highway 190 West will be considered. Two resolutions will authorize grant applications for a sewer main replacement on North Hall…
City Council to hold public hearing on 2026 CDBG Grant application
The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive citizen input on a 2026 CDBG Grant application. Residents may propose project ideas for community infrastructure, revitalization, and public health and safety.
Council will vote to use the General Fund for CDBG Disaster Recovery invoices
The Leesville City Council meeting on Jan. 12, 2026 will consider three resolutions. Resolution A would authorize the city to use its General Fund to pay invoices for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Disaster Recovery Program. Resolution B would approve a Class A alcohol permit for the Municipal Golf…
Council to vote on lease agreements for city property at 400 Williams Blvd
The Kenner City Council meeting will consider several lease agreements for the city-owned lot at 400 Williams Boulevard, as outlined in Summary Ordinances No. 13,966 and 13,967. The agenda also includes approvals for various contracts and change orders, such as a $21,970 grant for the police department, a $70,000…
School board approves bereavement leave MOU negotiations, grant budgets
The St. Tammany Parish School Board's Finance & Administrative Committee directed the superintendent to negotiate a bereavement leave MOU with the teachers union, approved FY 2025-2026 grant budgets, and revised Board Policy BBA on officers. They also appointed the superintendent to the ITEP committee and received…
Port Barre Council to authorize grant applications for FY 2025-2026
The Town Council will consider a resolution allowing Mayor John P. Ardoin to apply for state grant programs. The body will also establish the public meeting schedule for 2026.
Board to authorize grant application for New Water Well #12 project
The West Monroe Board of Aldermen will consider several ordinances, including agreements with GrowNELA for industrial sites and an amendment to the Economic Development District code. They will also vote on authorizing a grant application for the FY26‑27 Water Sector Program to fund New Water Well #12. Additional…