Public Meetings - St Charles Parish, Louisiana

The St. Charles Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Committee (CZAC) met on October 13, 2026, in the Council Chambers at the St. Charles Parish Courthouse in Hahnville, Louisiana. All committee members were present except Mr. Giot. The agenda listed a 12:00 PM start, while the transcript opens with a 'good evening' call to order; the provided meeting timestamp is 2026-10-13 18:15:00+00:00. The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes, heard a cleanup-event report from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, reviewed ten Joint Permit Applications, discussed coastal zone activities and the Davis Pond freshwater diversion, and received announcements. Consent Calendar - The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously, with a motion by Mr. Landry and a second by Mr. Martinez. No prior minutes were included in the source materials. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public testified. For the open ADM Joint Permit Application, the chair made two calls for public comment; no one came forward, and the public hearing was closed. Love Our Waterways Report - Austin Leray of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers presented the Keep Louisiana Beautiful Love Our Waterways / National Public Lands Day event held in partnership with St. Charles Parish. Highlights: 88 volunteers; 175 bald cypress trees planted; approximately 1,000 pounds of trash collected in about 35 large contractor bags; four tires and one propane tank removed; and an estimated 6.5 miles of shoreline patrolled. Partners included Swamp School Wetland Watchers, Dow Chemical, Louisiana River Parishes, St. Charles Parish, LSU AgCenter master gardeners, and LSU Coastal Roots. - Coastal Zone Manager Mr. Leday thanked the Corps for coordination, noted Councilman Pelier participated with his boat, and said the next event is planned for around the fourth-to-last Saturday of September, possibly alternating East Bank and West Bank locations. He added that Keep Louisiana Beautiful has designated the entire month of September as Love Our Waterways Month and that the parish is also expected to hold a Love the Boot event in April. - Committee members praised the event and noted it provided environmental benefits, engagement, and awareness. Manager's Briefing: Joint Permit Applications - Open for public comment: P20260816 Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM). ADM proposes modifying its existing barge fleet area by cutting 21 existing anchors 3 feet below the mudline, installing 38 new monopiles to secure the previously permitted barge fleet, and dredging approximately 26,982 cubic yards for maintenance, with the dredged material placed back into the river beyond the -55 foot contour. The state's current recommendation is no direct or significant impact. During committee discussion, Mr. Leday explained the material is dredged from near the bank to reduce grounding risk and is redeposited into the river rather than used beneficially. No vote was needed. - Determinations presented for the prior month's nine remaining JPAs, in numerical order: - P20240567 (state) Clovelly Oil Co. LLC - Coastal Use Permit (CUP). Phase three abandonment in place of a 16,988-foot existing 6-inch gas pipeline and removal of about 290 feet of line; earlier phases were permitted in 2024. Mitigation credits are associated with the CUP. - P20260443 (state) Entergy Louisiana - Exempt. Project involves Waterford 6 advanced power station connector transmission lines, barge dock, and heavy haul road. - P20260574 (state) Phillips 66 - CUP. Anomaly repair at three sites on an existing 6-inch pipeline (RV-47), accessed from an existing levee, limestone road, and pipeline right-of-way. - P20260634 (state) ONEOK, Inc. - CUP. No project details were discussed beyond the CUP determination. - P20260662 (state) Troy Engineering Services, LLC - Exempt. The Delta Access Pipeline Project would drill six 3-inch soil borings and two cone penetration tests up to 250 feet deep within 1,500 feet of the levee, using ATV-mounted rigs. Soil borings are an exempt activity; any future structure would require a new permit. - P20260677 (state) Bridgeline Holdings, LP - CUP. Temporary support under an existing 16-inch natural gas pipeline to reduce an unsupported span while a permanent repair is developed; previously handled under emergency action 26-017-01. - P20260706 (local) Jenny Lendle - Exempt. Request for determination for a potential buyer to build a primary residence in Des Allemands; the parcel is on fast land. No site plans have been submitted, and a future site plan and possible rezone may be required depending on development. - P20260707 (state) Entergy - CUP. After-the-fact Emergency Use Authorization 26-018 for repairs to the electrical transmission system following Tropical Storm Arthur. - P20260783 (local) River Bend Properties - CUP. Request for determination for a future potential buyer; the current owner does not plan to develop. Because it was an RFD, the parish could only exempt it or require a CUP. The applicant was told the area is upland and that no mitigation is expected, but any site changes would require a new permit. Recent Coastal Zone Activities and Davis Pond Discussion - Mr. Leday reported that updated EMUs and additional portions of the Local Coastal Program are being compiled for the Natural Floodplain Function Plan to earn Community Rating System credits and potentially reduce flood insurance costs. The section is worth 100 points, and every 500 points moves the parish down another CRS level; the aim is to achieve 20% of the next level improvement. - The Salvador shoreline contract with Royal Engineering remains in data-gap analysis, including water-level data, regional wind statistics, wave and shoreline modeling, NOAA and USGS topographic/bathymetric data, previous project reports, geotechnical information, and cultural and environmental resources. The data may be provided to the parish GIS department. - Committee members discussed the Davis Pond freshwater diversion. A committee member cited a UNO study indicating that even at full operation, the diversion contributed about 3% of the water entering the basin and had no effect on salinity at the CRMS monitoring sites (transcribed as 'crime sites'). The member expressed concern that the parish may have been operating the diversion incorrectly for 20 years and wanted to press the Corps before the November/December operational plan meetings. - The committee requested that Mr. Leday contact Corps representatives Danielle Rasharty and John Troutman, obtain preliminary information about the proposed operations plan, and provide an update before the next meeting. The committee also noted the diversion is about 50% through its planned lifetime and that a midlife review of the original project promises is appropriate. - Mr. Landry asked for a Corps timeline on repair and raising of the guide levees around Davis Pond. Mr. Leday said October had been the target and committed to following up. Seepage and settlement in the guide levees had previously limited the diversion's full-capacity operation. Announcements - CWPPRA stakeholder meeting: October 20. - CPRA Southwest Coastal Summit: October 27 in Lake Charles. - Election Day: November 3. - Mr. Leday said he planned to attend the October 20 and October 27 meetings. CPRA regional planning meetings related to the 2029 master plan may be scheduled later. Key Outcomes - Previous meeting's minutes approved unanimously. - Public hearing on the ADM JPA closed with no public comments; no committee vote was required. - All prior-month JPA determinations were presented for information; no formal vote was taken. - The committee directed Mr. Leday to seek advance information from the Corps on the Davis Pond operations plan and guide levee repair timeline and to report back before the next meeting. - Meeting adjourned unanimously following a motion by Mr. Landry and a second by Mr. Cult.

The St. Charles Parish Civil Service Board met on October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Courthouse. The meeting covered personnel updates, approval of the 2027 holiday schedules for both five-day and four-day workweeks, approval of the 2027 meeting schedule, and a rule change to clarify overtime calculation policy. All votes were unanimous. Personnel Updates - The Personnel Officer reported one offer made above entry rate for a recreation maintenance grass cutter with significant experience. - 33 new hires have been made since June 1, 2026. - Wellness packets were sent to employees on health insurance to outline requirements for the preferred 2027 rate ($40). - Manager training is underway for performance management and annual evaluations, transitioning to the Paycom system. - Board member Dana asked about follow-up from the job study; the Personnel Officer confirmed that all employee concerns with directors were resolved. Holiday Schedules for 2027 Five-Day Workweek: 15 holidays (13 standing + 2 float), unchanged from 2026. Approved unanimously. Four-Day Workweek: 12 holidays (11 standing + one half-day for Juneteenth + one half-day float; Juneteenth and Good Friday half-days combined to give 12 full holidays in 2027 due to Christmas Eve falling on Friday). Approved unanimously. 2027 Civil Service Meeting Schedule Meetings will be held every other month on the second Tuesday at 6:00 PM, except February which moves to February 2 (to avoid Mardi Gras on February 9). Approved unanimously. Rule Change: Section 4.08 Compensation for Overtime The existing rule was amended to explicitly state that approved annual leave, sick leave, and holiday leave count as authorized work hours for overtime eligibility. This clarifies longstanding practice and strengthens the parish's position for FEMA reimbursement of overtime costs during federally declared disasters. Approved unanimously. Performance Management Training Discussion Board member asked whether training covers only tool usage or also fundamental coaching and feedback. The Personnel Officer confirmed training includes refresher on continuous performance management, coaching, documentation, and then Paycom system training. Key Outcomes - Minutes from June 30, 2026 meeting approved. - 2027 holiday schedules for both five-day and four-day workweeks approved. - 2027 Civil Service Board meeting schedule approved. - Section 4.08 of Civil Service Rules and Regulations updated to clarify overtime calculation. - Meeting adjourned.

The St. Charles Parish Council met on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Courthouse in Hahnville, Louisiana. Eight councilmembers were present and Councilmember Willie Comardelle (Dist. 4) was absent. The council approved the prior meeting minutes, read five proclamations, received reports from the River Parishes Tourist Commission, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism and the Parish President, heard a drone-delivery presentation from Wing/Walmart, introduced the FY2027 budget and two additional ordinances for public hearing, and voted on a zoning petition, five public-hearing ordinances, one resolution and one appointment. Approval of Minutes - The council approved the September 28, 2026 regular meeting minutes by an 8-0 vote (motion by Councilmember Wilson, second by Councilmember deBruler). Proclamations and Recognitions - In Memoriam: Richard 'Dickie' Duhe (File 2026-0326), honoring the former constable, councilman and volunteer firefighter; his son Michael Duhe accepted and spoke. - Recognition: Gilliam 'Gil' Pierre III (2026-0320), musician, organist and founder of the St. Charles Community Choir; Mr. Pierre accepted and spoke. - Recognition: Frozine Ross Francis (2026-0322), longtime music educator and founder of the Francis School of Music; Mrs. Francis and Councilwoman Wilson spoke. - Proclamation: Arc Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat (2026-0334), proclaimed for Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the Edward A. Dufren Community Center in Luling; Victoria Bryant and Dwayne Farlough accepted. - Proclamation: National First Responders Day (2026-0327), proclaimed for October 28, 2026; Dr. Benny Jones accepted. Reports and Presentations - River Parishes Tourist Commission Executive Director Craig Howat reported on his first six weeks in the role, including priorities to promote river parish tourism and rebuild the commission staff. He cited 2025 Louisiana River Parishes visitor spending of $290 million, supporting about 1,200 jobs, $44.5 million in employment earnings, and $32.3 million in state and local tax revenues. He also highlighted the King Cat Fishing Tournament with 114 anglers, the Alligator Festival with about 22,000 visitors, the Battle for the Paddle with 290 teams, and a cleanup that removed about 1,000 pounds of trash from 6.5 miles of shoreline. Chairman Pilié praised the cleanup and the Turtle Cove tour. - Economic Development and Tourism Director Patrick Beard reported on the parish economy. He said the parish has the largest GDP per capita in the state at about $200,000, ranks 8th in GDP despite being 21st in population, and has a labor force about 15% smaller than parish employment, meaning the parish imports workers. He noted over $16 billion in announced projects, roughly half from St. Charles Clean Fuels, and a $3.75 billion Waterford 5 and 6 project. He also reported on new small-business engagement efforts, over 40 participants in recent workshops, and a $10 million Louisiana Fast Sites award for the Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway road extension, the largest single award in the program. - Parish President Matthew Jewell gave an infrastructure and community report. Highlights included: the Des Allemands boat launch project, a nearly $5 million investment now about 60% complete and expected to finish in early 2027; a $728,000 Paul Frederick/Kindler drainage improvement project; a $590,000 Kinler Street lift station upgrade; a more than $9 million Hahnville Library branch groundbreaking; the parish's improved FEMA Community Rating System classification from Class 7 to Class 6; and August 2026 sales tax revenues up 3.6%, just under $150,000, with year-to-date collections about 5% higher than last year at roughly $1.5 million. - President Jewell also invited Catherine Lovett of Wing to present a proposed Walmart drone delivery program at the Boutte Walmart. Lovett said drones would carry packages up to 2.75 pounds within six miles of the store, fly at 150-200 feet, operate with no live camera feed or audio, and would not deliver prescriptions, tobacco, alcohol or flammable items. Councilwoman O'Daniels asked about range and airport restrictions; Chairman Pilié asked about costs and weather exposure. No council action was taken on the presentation. Public Comments and Testimony - Milton Allemand of Hahnville spoke during public hearings on multiple items. He questioned spending on studies without attached implementation funds and called for better road striping and traffic planning (2026-0268); asked about the federal levee footprint on the Rathborne property (2026-0317); raised concerns about private street access, existing structures, environmental liability and the scope of the American Bank Lane purchase (2026-0323); criticized repeated change orders on the Ormond Center and Willowdale projects as 'frog in the boiling water' situations (2026-0325, 2026-0328); and voiced support for the Knights of Columbus solicitation (2026-0332). He said he was using his right as a taxpayer to question how parish money is spent. Ordinances Introduced for Public Hearing - 2026-0173: FY2027 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget ordinance introduced; public hearings scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM, Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM, and Monday, October 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Enactment No. 26-10-7. - 2026-0318: Change Order No. 1 (Final) for the Kinler Lift Station Replacement, decreasing the contract amount by $34,677.75 and contract time by 141 calendar days, introduced for the October 26 public hearing. This item was not listed on the printed agenda but was introduced during the meeting. Enactment No. 26-10-8. - 2026-0340: Zoning change from C-3 to M-1 and M-2 for Lots 12, 6007, 6011, and 6022, Esperanza Plantation, introduced for the October 26 public hearing. This item was not listed on the printed agenda but was introduced during the meeting. Planning and Zoning Petition - 2026-0307: Ordinance to rezone Lot 5A of the St. Gertrude Catholic Church Campus, LA 631, Des Allemands, from R-3 to R-1A(M), requested by Paul Hogan for PDJ Enterprises, LLC. Planning and Zoning Director Michael Albert said the change would make the lot similar to the surrounding block. The Planning Commission and staff recommended approval. No public comments were offered. The ordinance passed 8-0 (Enactment No. 26-10-1). Ordinances Scheduled for Public Hearing - Approved - 2026-0268: Professional Services Agreement with Gresham Smith for Safe Streets for All (Project No. P260701), not to exceed $249,277.59. Engineering Director Miles Bingham said the project is supported by a $200,000 FHWA grant and a $5,000 parish contribution and will identify safety improvements for pedestrians, bicycles and vehicles. Passed 8-0 (Enactment No. 26-10-2). - 2026-0317: Act of Mutual Dissolution and Revocation of Donation to Rathborne Land Company for property adjacent to Rathborne Park at 702 Lakewood Drive, Luling. Legal staff said the donated park property lies within the federal levee system footprint and cannot be used for the intended purpose. Parish President Jewell explained the levee alignment and CPRA restrictions. Passed 8-0 (Enactment No. 26-10-3). - 2026-0323: Purchase of property at 151 American Bank Lane No. 153, Lot 3-PM, Hahnville, for $243,750, with an appraised value of $244,000. Legal Services Director Corey Oubre said the property is across from the courthouse; President Jewell said it is the last strip dissecting parish-owned property. Oubre said no Phase I environmental assessment was conducted because the title review found no commercial use. Passed 8-0 (Enactment No. 26-10-4). - 2026-0325: Change Order No. 2 for the Ormond Center Drainage Improvements (Project No. P190505), increasing the contract amount by $282,632.83 and contract time by 14 calendar days. Bingham said the change was needed to bury bypass pumping lines for access, and that unused delay-contingency funds would be returned. President Jewell cited an unlocated AT&T line; council members noted the drainage project's importance and that the change order remained within budget. Passed 8-0 (Enactment No. 26-10-5). - 2026-0328: Amendment No. 2 with All South Consulting Engineers for Willowdale Pump Station Sump Improvements (Project No. P241102), not to exceed $315,610, increasing the total contract value to $351,560. Bingham said the redesign fits within an existing parish drainage servitude and avoids the golf course. President Jewell clarified this was a design progression, not a change order. Passed 8-0 (Enactment No. 26-10-6). Resolutions - 2026-0332: Resolution granting Knights of Columbus, Red Church Council No. 3634 permission to solicit contributions at specified intersections on October 9-11 or October 23-25, 2026, between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM. The council first amended the resolution to replace 'Winn-Dixie' with 'Rouses' throughout (motion by Councilmember Fisher, second by Councilmember Fonseca; 8-0, Enactment No. 6932). After public comment, the amended resolution passed 8-0 (Enactment No. 6932). Councilman Fisher said the fundraiser supports mentally impaired children, the ARC, Special Olympics and St. Basil School. Appointments - 2026-0314: River Parishes Tourist Commission. Councilwoman deBruler nominated Noble J. Benoit to fill the vacancy for a four-year term beginning October 31, 2026 and expiring October 31, 2031. Nominations were closed 8-0, and the appointment was adopted (Enactment No. 6936), subject to Senate confirmation. Key Outcomes - All votes were 8-0; Councilmember Comardelle was absent. - Approved the September 28, 2026 minutes and read five proclamations. - Introduced the FY2027 budget ordinance and scheduled three public hearings; also introduced ordinances 2026-0318 and 2026-0340 for the October 26 hearing. - Approved the St. Gertrude rezone (2026-0307, Enactment 26-10-1). - Approved ordinances 2026-0268, 2026-0317, 2026-0323, 2026-0325, and 2026-0328 (Enactments 26-10-2 through 26-10-6). - Amended and approved the Knights of Columbus resolution (2026-0332, Enactment 6932). - Reappointed Noble J. Benoit to the River Parishes Tourist Commission (2026-0314, Enactment 6936). - Adjourned at approximately 8:12 PM.

The St. Charles Parish Council held its regular meeting on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 6 PM in the council chambers. The meeting included opening with prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, approval of minutes, and special business including seven recognitions and proclamations, including a tribute to the late councilman Richard Dewey, and recognitions of musicians Gilliam Pierre and Frozine Francis, proclamations for the Arc Fall Fest and National First Responders Day. Reports and presentations covered updates from the Parish President on drainage and construction, a new tourism director highlighting projects underway, a board of drainage dise, and a drone delivery partnership with Walmart presented evidence of community engagement and details, also footage under orders controversy and discussion relating to a multi-million dollar change. minutes objections East and members discussions addressing charity, cost overruns and property deal and safe streets study, early free environmental for early and appointments and community conference; and more and administrative announcements and meetings schedules for resolution, concluding announcements for early budget hearings days deadlines for further the general November 3rd primary. Consent Calendar - Approval of minutes: A motion by Miss Wilson accepted to meetings on September 28, 2026, passed with all members present. 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Family members accepted tribute. - Proclamation awarding Gilliam Gil Pierre III for musical contributions and community choirs. - Recognition of Miss Frozine Ross Francis, 86, as music teacher, founder of a music school, and decades of service to community choirs. - Proclamation designating October 22, 2026, as Arc Fall Fest and Trunk Retreat at the Edward Dufrem Center with focus on children with disabilities and prom activities. By ongoing and art events. - Proclamation designating October 28, 2026, as Annual First Responders Day Summary. - Reports: Reports-Finance/Administrative: - Tourism Commission: New Director Craig Hollowett reported a 100-day goal listening tour to promotions and community. 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The St. Charles Parish Planning & Zoning Commission met on October 8, 2026, to consider six agenda items, including resubdivisions, a home occupation permit, a special permit use for a non-residential accessory building, and a zoning change request. All items were recommended for approval or withdrawal, with public hearings held for each but no public testimony offered. The meeting was conducted in the Council Chambers of the Courthouse in Hahnville. Consent Calendar - 2026-13-MIN (Margo Tastet) – Request for resubdivision of one lot into two at 14815 LA 631, Paradis. Withdrawn by written request. Commission approved withdrawal unanimously. - 2026-15-MIN (Sidney and Curtis Gassen, SG Services, LLC, and Brett and Brenda Bourg) – Request for resubdivision of four lots into three at 406, 410, 414, and 420 Hackberry Street, Luling. Withdrawn by written request. Commission approved withdrawal unanimously. Discussion Items 2026-4-HOP – Home Occupation Permit for “Regional Construction and Inspections, LLC” - Applicant: Michael Brady - Location: 48 Melrose Drive, Destrehan - Details: The applicant holds both residential and commercial contractor licenses. No storage of materials at the residence; personal vehicle used with no logos. No complaints or code violations on file. Planning department recommended approval with stipulations that business vehicles and materials not be stored at the residence. - Public Hearing: No comments for or against. - Motion & Vote: Moved by Mr. Keene, seconded by Mrs. Ross. Approved unanimously. 2026-14-MIN – Resubdivision of Two Lots into Two (Lot 26 and 27 into 26A and 26B) - Applicant: Mark Mohon - Location: 322 St. Charles Place, Hahnville - Details: Lot 26B lacks direct frontage on a street; a two-foot wide strip crosses its Nicholas Street frontage. Applicants requested a waiver from the arrangement requirement, proposing a 25-foot access and utility servitude through Lot 26A. The department did not object and recommended approval with the waiver. - Public Hearing: No comments. - Motion & Vote: Motion to consider and grant the waiver, forwarding to the council for final action. Passed unanimously. - Next Step: To appear on an upcoming council agenda. 2026-8-SPU – Non-Residential Accessory Building in O-L Zoning District - Applicant: Logan Robert - Location: 2325 Bayou Gauche Road, Des Allemands - Details: Request for a standalone accessory building for personal storage on Lot 943A, with future construction of a primary residence. Planning department found the request compatible with existing character, setbacks met, and impacts limited. Recommended approval with stipulations: no sewer installed until primary residence permitted or other permitted open land use, and a two-year follow-up for reevaluation/extension. - Public Hearing: No comments. - Motion & Vote: Moved by Mr. Keene, seconded by Mr. Price. Approved unanimously. 2026-12-R – Zoning Change from C-3 to M-1 and M-2 (and M-1 to M-2) - Applicant: Esperanza Land, LLC (represented by Dabra Dear Friend) - Location: 1270 Highway 3127, Luling (Esperanza Business Park area) - Details: Request to rezone portions of lots 34 and 35 from M-1 to M-2, and lots 12, 6007, 6011, and 6022 from C-3 to M-1 and M-2. Planning department analysis: Guideline 1 (compatibility with future land use map) not met, but Guidelines 2 and 3 met. The site is large, bounded by railroad tracks, I-310, and Highway 3127, with limited access. Current zoning (C-3) expects highway frontage, which the site lacks. M-1/M-2 zoning better suits the large, isolated space with lower traffic demand. Rezoning is intended to facilitate extension of Judge Edward Dufren Parkway to LA 3127, a priority in the comprehensive plan. Applicant noted a $10 million revolving loan fund agreement with LED signed in June for hard construction costs; rezoning is the first step. - Public Hearing: No comments. - Motion & Vote: Moved by Mr. False (likely a transcription error, possibly Mr. Faucheux or similar), seconded by Mr. Frenchella. Approved unanimously. Recommendation forwarded to the council for final vote. Key Outcomes - Withdrawals Approved: Two resubdivision requests (2026-13-MIN and 2026-15-MIN) were withdrawn by the applicants and approved by the commission. - Home Occupation Permit Approved: 2026-4-HOP for Regional Construction and Inspections, LLC, with stipulations on storage. - Resubdivision with Waiver Recommended: 2026-14-MIN approved with a waiver for lot frontage, sent to council. - Special Permit Use Approved: 2026-8-SPU for a non-residential accessory building, with stipulations including a two-year follow-up. - Zoning Change Recommended: 2026-12-R approved for recommendation to council, supporting the industrial rezoning and future parkway extension. - Abstentions: On the final motion (old/new business), Commissioners Ross and Keene were not in attendance and abstained; the motion passed unanimously among remaining members. - Next Steps: Items 2026-14-MIN and 2026-12-R will be placed on upcoming St. Charles Parish Council agendas for final decision.

The St. Charles Parish Hospital District Board met on October 1, 2026, in regular session following an executive session. The board recognized employees, approved the interim CEO appointment and bank signature changes, reviewed quality and financial performance, and received updates on new providers and strategic initiatives. Recognition of Employees - Team member of the month (June 2026): Zachary Bro (Supply Chain) was recognized for ensuring smooth hospital operations. - Leader of the quarter (Q2 2026): Blair Hennessy (Rehab Services supervisor) was recognized for patient-centered leadership. - Clinician of the quarter (Q2 2026): Melissa Taravella (Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care) was recognized for team collaboration and patient care. Executive Session - The board voted unanimously to enter executive session (motion by Mr. Fial, second by Miss Raymond) and later returned to regular session (motion by Miss Smith, second by Mr. Sermon). Agenda Amendment - The board unanimously approved a motion (by Mr. Viao, second by Miss Raymond) to deviate from the agenda and add an item: a resolution to appoint Dr. Abdul Khan as interim CEO of St. Charles Parish Hospital and authorize related bank signature changes. The motion to approve the resolution carried (motion by Mr. Powell, second by Ms. Raymond). Approval of Minutes - The minutes of the August 26, 2026 Hospital District Board meeting were approved unanimously (motion by Miss Raymond, second by Mr. Vial). Medical Executive Committee (MEC) Recommendations - The board approved the MEC’s recommendations from the September 8, 2026 meeting, including: - Approval of MEC meeting minutes. - Approval of infection control prevention plan, nutrition care manual, and diet manual. - Credentialing actions: 13 physicians (including one with waiver), 3 advanced practice providers, 8 resignations, 11 provisional reviews, and 44 reappointments. - Motion carried unanimously. Quality and Patient Experience Report - The hospital celebrated 595 days without a patient-affecting (harm) event. - Patient satisfaction (net promoter scores) ranked in the top quartile for inpatient and med practice; telemed scores were improving. - Clinic quality metrics on both sides of the river were reported as fully green. New Providers - Dr. Abdullah, a malignant hematologist, and Dr. Natalie Atala, a rheumatologist, will begin practice within the next month in St. Charles Parish. Patient Growth Statistics - Year-over-year unique patient volume grew 8%, serving 22,597 unique patients in the parish, with the majority from local zip codes. Financial Report (August 2026) - Inpatient volumes: 1,040 patient days, exceeding budget and prior year, driven by behavioral health and med psych units. - Infusion services: 848 treatments in August, year-to-date over 7,000 treatments (21% above budget). - Total operating revenue was 2% below budget due to a Medicaid directed payment adjustment; however, expenses were well controlled, resulting in income from operations of $1.6 million (exceeding budget by $635,000). - Year-to-date net income: $8.3 million. CEO Report (Interim CEO Abdul Khan) - Strategy for 2028 focuses on access, quality, and experience. Highlights: - 22% growth in clinic unique patients over five years. - Nearly two years without a hospital-acquired infection. - Patient experience scores ranked in the top decile nationally for the emergency room. - Upcoming events: Battle for the Paddle fundraiser (tomorrow) and team member appreciation week around Halloween. Next Meeting - The next Hospital District Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Key Outcomes - Unanimous approval to enter and exit executive session. - Unanimous approval to amend the agenda and appoint Dr. Abdul Khan as interim CEO with bank signature changes. - Unanimous approval of August 26, 2026 minutes. - Unanimous approval of the Medical Executive Committee’s recommendations. - Meeting adjourned on a motion by Miss Smith, second by Miss Raymond.

The St. Charles Parish Council convened on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Courthouse in Hahnville, LA. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Pastor Thomas Hines of Hope Church, Destrehan, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Agenda items included approval of minutes, a Board of Review appointment, multiple proclamations, a finance presentation, the Parish President's report, a zoning ordinance for public hearing, and introduction of the FY2027 budget ordinance. The meeting was chaired by Council Chairman Walter Pilié. Approval of Minutes - Minutes from the Regular Meeting of September 14, 2026 were approved. Proclamations & Special Business - Board of Review (2026-0283): Council approved the Board of Review schedule and the Monsanto Company appeal for the 2026 tax roll. The Assessor certified the list on September 10, 2026; the Council's review period runs September 16–30, 2026. - National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (2026-0305): Proclaimed October 2026 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in St. Charles Parish, sponsored by Ms. O'Daniels. - Domestic Violence Awareness Month (2026-0308): Proclaimed October 2026 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, sponsored by Mr. Pilié. - United Way Month / Battle for the Paddle Cook-Off (2026-0309): Proclaimed United Way Month and announced the Battle for the Paddle Cook-Off, sponsored by Ms. deBruler. - National 4-H Week (2026-0310): Proclaimed National 4-H Week, sponsored by Mr. Pilié. - Fire Prevention Week (2026-0311): Proclaimed Fire Prevention Week, sponsored by Mr. Fisher. - National Night Out (2026-0312): Proclaimed National Night Out in St. Charles Parish, sponsored by Mr. Pilié. Reports - [Details on the Finance Department presentation and Parish President's report] Discussion Items - [Details of the Board of Review, zoning change, and budget ordinance discussions] Public Comments & Testimony - [Public comments and testimony given during the meeting] Key Outcomes - [List the key decisions, votes, and next steps] Board of Review Schedule Adoption - [Details of the Board of Review resolution and Monsanto appeal] Ensure the summary is at most 600 words. Strictly limit the number of characters in the

The St. Charles Parish Housing Authority Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on September 23, 2026, at 6:03 PM. The board approved routine consent items, received the executive director's report, and unanimously passed six resolutions related to rental assistance demonstration (RAD) conversion, utility allowances, payment standards, and operating budgets. The meeting also included an update on the RAD Section 18 conversion process, with construction expected to begin in 2027. Consent Calendar - Agenda Approval: Motion by Ms. Diggs, seconded by Mr. Joseph. Unanimous vote. - Minutes Approval: Minutes from August 25, 2026, approved. Motion by Ms. Diggs, seconded by Mr. Joseph. Unanimous. - Financial Reports: Accepted June 2026 restated low rent report, July 2026 low rent and HCV reports, and deferred August 2026 financial reporting to the October 27, 2026 meeting. Motion by Ms. Diggs, seconded by Mr. Joseph. Unanimous. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made during any of the three public comment periods. Discussion Items - Executive Director's Report (Mr. Jackson): - Low Rent (Public Housing): 129 units total; 70 on mod, 54 leased, 4 vacant. 22 work orders completed in August. - Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program: 2 port-outs searching, 8 port-outs leased up (paying to other agencies), 29 port-ins leased up (billing other agencies). HAP income of $313,485.04, expenditures of $264,432.66. 235 vouchers leased, 17 voucher holders searching, 3 new landlords added. Notified of a potential HAP shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year; working with HUD and 76 Strategies. - Camera System: Installation of a cloud-based system with 360° view and license plate scanner by Tsunami beginning the next day for resident and property safety. - Resolutions (all passed unanimously): 1. Resolution 2609-2201: Approve submission of HUD 52860 inventory removals application for RAD Section 18 blend conversion. (Motion: Diggs, Second: Joseph) 2. Resolution 2609-2202: Update low rent utility allowances effective December 1, 2026, based on Nelrod Company review. (Motion: Diggs, Second: Joseph) 3. Resolution 2609-2203: Update HCV utility allowances effective December 1, 2026, based on same review. (Motion: Diggs, Second: Joseph) 4. Resolution 2609-2204: Adopt 2027 HCV payment standards at 110% of fair market rent, effective December 1, 2026. (Voice vote: unanimous) 5. Resolution 2609-2205: Approve fiscal year 2027 operating budget (beginning October 1, 2026). (Motion: Diggs (noted number error), Second: Joseph) 6. Resolution 2609-2206: Approve revision one of fiscal year 2026 operating budget (for fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025). (Motion: Diggs, Second: Joseph) - RAD Section 18 Conversion Update (Mr. Jackson): - Resident meetings completed on September 8, 2026. - Inventory removal application approved, allowing submission to PIC system and upload of environmental reviews. - Awaiting a concept call from HUD to precede financing plan submission. - Preliminary meeting with Louisiana Housing Corporation staff indicated strong interest due to lack of recent affordable housing projects in St. Charles Parish. - Construction expected to begin in 2027. Key Outcomes - All six resolutions adopted unanimously. - Financial reports accepted. - New camera system installation commencing. - Next steps in RAD conversion: concept call, financing plan submission, tax credit application, then construction start in 2027.

The St. Charles Parish Zoning Board of Adjustment met on September 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers to consider three variance requests. All three variances were approved unanimously. The board also discussed reimbursement issues for members and approved the minutes from the August 20, 2026 meeting. Public Comments & Testimony - Case 2026-31-ZBA (generator setback): A neighbor (115 Duke Drive, Destrehan) spoke in favor, praising the contractor and clarifying the role of South Central Planning in inspections for electrical and gas connections. - Case 2026-32-ZBA (accessory building size): A public commenter spoke in favor of the variance but warned about elevation datum differences (NGVD 29 vs NAVD 88) and advised careful verification of the required elevation. Discussion Items - Case 2026-30-ZBA (Jorge Murillo, 701 Oak Street, St. Rose): Request to allow a residential accessory building within the front yard and reduce the required setback from 5 feet to 3 feet. The applicant explained that his contractor built the structure before permits were obtained. The board voted unanimously to approve the variance as written. - Case 2026-31-ZBA (Billy and John All, 131 Riverwood Drive, St. Rose): Request to reduce the required setback for a whole-house generator. The installation location is an 8-foot-wide alleyway. The contractor noted all codes would be met, with exhaust pointing away from the house and the generator more than 30 feet from the neighbor's house. Board members questioned whether alternative locations existed (driveway or front lawn were mentioned) and about the role of South Central Planning in building code approval. The planning director clarified that a variance does not supersede state building code and that South Central must also approve the generator placement. A board member expressed frustration with external oversight. The board voted unanimously to approve the variance. - Case 2026-32-ZBA (Jeremy Seyfert, represented by Elizabeth Seyfert, 561 Cypress Drive, Luling): Request to increase the maximum square footage from 600 sq ft to 900 sq ft to allow wet floodproofing for a residential accessory building (shop/garage). The applicant stated the building would be used for storage of lawnmowers, vehicles, and tools, with no living space. The board voted unanimously to approve the variance as written. - Unfinished Business: Board member Father Lambert inquired about delayed reimbursements (per diem) for board service. The planning department staff acknowledged the issue, noting a new electronic expense system and the need to coordinate with finance. Staff promised to follow up. - Minutes Approval: The board approved the minutes from the August 20, 2026 meeting after a brief display error showed an incorrect date (January 16, 2025) on the screen. The motion specified the correct date. Key Outcomes - Variance granted for Case 2026-30-ZBA (unanimous vote) - Variance granted for Case 2026-31-ZBA (unanimous vote) - Variance granted for Case 2026-32-ZBA (unanimous vote) - Minutes from August 20, 2026 meeting approved - Meeting adjourned after all business