Public Meetings - St Charles Parish, Louisiana

The St. Charles Parish Council met on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Courthouse in Hahnville. Chairman Walter Pilié presided. Seven members were present (Mobley, Fonseca, Skiba, Pilié, Comardelle, O'Daniels, deBruler); La Sandra D. Wilson and Bob Fisher were absent. The meeting included proclamations, reports from the Hospital Service District, Legal Services, and the Parish President, public hearings on several zoning and ordinance items, and appointments to boards. Special Business (Proclamations) - 2026-0239: Recognition of the 8U All-Star Baseball team as 2026 Louisiana USSSA State Champions. Coach Blake Prince spoke. Read and accepted. - 2026-0297: Proclamation for "Constitution Week" (September 17-23, 2026). Accepted by Daughters of the American Revolution members. - 2026-0298: Recognition of Johnny Bourgeois for service on the St. Charles Parish Communications District (absent, plaque to be delivered). - 2026-0299: Proclamation of Alligator Weekend (September 24-27) and recognition of Justin Goings as "Mr. Alligator." Goings spoke about Rotary scholarships. - 2026-0300: Recognition of Kacey Lynn Beadle as 2026 Miss Alligator Festival Queen. She spoke on service. - 2026-0301: Recognition of Elle Adeline Johnson as 2026 Teen Alligator Festival Queen. She spoke on service. - 2026-0283: Announcement of Local Board of Review meeting on September 28, 2026, at 6 PM. Council review period September 16-30. Reports - Hospital Service District (2026-0294): Chief Nursing Officer Jarrett Fuselier reported strong growth: EMS on track for 7,000 transports (7% increase), adding an ambulance and sprint vehicle; new EMS headquarters moving to hospital campus; clinic growth (8%, over 21,000 patients); hospital discharges up 4%; top-decile patient experience; adding Da Vinci surgical robot; 44% growth in MRI access; over 200,000 lab tests; infusion services with 20% growth; expanded behavioral health. CEO Keith Dakis departing after five years. Councilmember Fonseca and Parish President Jewell thanked Fuselier and staff. - Department of Legal Services (2026-0295): Director Corey Oubre reported on department staffing, risk management integration, electronic bidding process, planning and zoning enforcement (closed 14 cases in two weeks, reducing older cases), litigation numbers (11 new files in 2026, 75 P&Z files, 17 insurance files), and reduction in vehicle accident lawsuits due to driver safety programs. Councilmembers thanked staff. - Parish President Remarks (2026-0296): Matthew Jewell reported: - Ormond C-N project: Completed first and second borings beneath railway; will move to next site at Duca. - Montz Pump Station 1 and 2: Significant progress, crews working on electrical/piping for 1, pump installation for 2. C C C Road closed through October 19 for discharge pipes. - $10 million LED FastSite investment at Esperanza Business Park to extend Judge Edward Dufren Parkway; total project $25 million, construction expected 2027-2028. - Online surplus auction through September 22 at govdeals.com. - Community cleanup September 26 at Bonnet Carré Spillway. - July sales tax collections nearly 5% higher than 2025 ($1.4 million additional). Public Comments & Testimony - Milton Allemand (Hahnville) spoke repeatedly: - On the weed/grass assessment ordinance (2026-0278): questioned whether habitual offenders actually pay, suggesting fines may be too low; later supported the e-bike ordinance but argued fines should be $500 not $100. - On the e-bike ordinance (2026-0273): urged higher penalties, then later recommended tabling because multiple amendments changed the substance. - On the asphalt maintenance agreement (2026-0289): questioned reuse of documents by consultant and defective work provisions; argued the parish should rely on common sense rather than engineering studies. - On the Lakewood Pump Station contract (2026-0266): asked about contractor’s responsibility for unforeseen conditions per Article 7.04. - Allen Bryant (Destrehan) spoke on behalf of property owner for two rezoning petitions (2026-0279 and 2026-0288), stating he was available for questions. - Louis Authement (Luling) spoke on behalf of applicant for rezoning 2026-0280, explaining the old St. Gertrude Church property needs commercial zoning. - Earl Rhodes (St. Rose) spoke at length against the e-bike ordinance, arguing state laws already cover most issues and that enforcement of existing laws should come first. He questioned how many citations have been issued. His time was extended by a council vote (7-0). Discussion Items - Planning & Zoning Petitions (all approved unanimously 7-0): - 2026-0279: Rezone from R-1A and R-1A(M) to C-3 on Tract B, Coteau De France, 16825 Highway 90, Des Allemands (Sigmon Rental Properties). Councilmember Comardelle thanked applicant for investing locally. - 2026-0280: Rezone from R-1A(M) to C-3 on Lot 9A, St. Gertrude Church Campus, Des Allemands (PDJ Enterprises). Comardelle supported repurposing storm-damaged property. - 2026-0281: Rezone from C-3 to R-1M on a portion of Tract 1, Coteau De France, 117 Gwen Lane, Des Allemands (White Boot Investments). Comardelle appreciated cleanup. - Ordinance 2026-0278 – Delinquent Weed/Debris Assessment: The original ordinance levied assessment on 2025 tax bills. After reconsideration, an amendment changed the year to 2026. Final vote 7-0. - Ordinance 2026-0273 – Regulation of Motorized Bicycles, E-bikes, Scooters, and Dirt Bikes: Extensive discussion and multiple amendments. - The Sheriff explained the need for local regulation due to state law gaps and increasing injuries (citing national data: 138,500 ER visits in 2024). - Amendments adopted: - Remove “20 mph or” from speed limit reference (only “exceeding posted speed limit”). Vote 6-1 (Mobley nay). - Change the third whereas to delete “eliminate safety hazards.” - Replace “electric scooter” with “electric low-speed scooter” throughout. - Revise helmet requirements: operators/passengers under 17 on Class 1 & 2 electric-assisted bicycles and low-speed scooters must wear helmet; all operators/passengers on Class 3, motorized bicycles, motor-driven cycles, and electric dirt bikes must wear helmet. Established maximum $50 fine for helmet violations per state law. - Delete “plus court costs” from Section 15-30(c). - Final ordinance as amended passed 7-0. - Ordinance 2026-0289 – Professional Services Agreement with Digital Engineering & Imaging for Asphalt Maintenance 2027 ($212,080.50): Approved 7-0 after discussion on the value of engineering assessments. - Ordinance 2026-0290 – Act of Revocation (Cajun Paradise Levee servitude): Approved 7-0. - Ordinance 2026-0266 – Contract with Cycle Construction for Lakewood Pump Station Discharge Modifications ($959,300): Approved 7-0 after discussion of standard contract language. - Resolution 2026-0288 – Support for Planning Commission approval of fleet services use and waivers for Sigmon Rental Properties: Removed from table and approved 7-0. Key Outcomes - All proclamations and recognitions were accepted by the council. - All three zoning reclassification ordinances (2026-0279, 0280, 0281) were adopted unanimously. - The weed/debris assessment ordinance (2026-0278) was amended to use tax year 2026 and adopted unanimously. - The e-bike regulation ordinance (2026-0273) was passed as amended (6-1 on one amendment, final vote 7-0). - The asphalt maintenance engineering agreement (2026-0289) and pump station contract (2026-0266) were approved. - The servitude revocation (2026-0290) was approved. - The fleet services waiver resolution (2026-0288) was approved. - Appointments: - Library Board of Control (District VI): Althea Pollard nominated by Councilman Fisher (via Fonseca). Nomination closed and accepted. - Communications District (Firemen’s Association): Wayne Duvall appointed. Accepted. - Library Board of Control (District II): Lindsey Tullier reappointed for a five-year term. Confirmed 7-0. - Meeting adjourned at approximately 8:29 PM.

The St. Charles Parish Council convened on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Courthouse, Hahnville, Louisiana, with Chairman Walter Pilié presiding. The published agenda covered proclamations and recognitions, standing reports, public hearings on three rezoning petitions, five ordinances scheduled for public hearing, and previously deferred appointment items. No minutes or transcript were included in the source material, so this summary reflects the published agenda and its attached legislative history; final votes and decisions made during the meeting could not be independently verified. Call to Order, Prayer, Pledge, and Minutes - Chairman Pilié called the meeting to order. The invocation was delivered by Doris Menezes, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Cherie Thibodeaux, both of the German Coast Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. - Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of August 24, 2026, was listed on the agenda. Special Business: Proclamations and Recognitions - 2026-0239: Recognition of the 8U All-Star Baseball team as the 2026 Louisiana USSSA State Champions, sponsored by Mr. Jewell. - 2026-0297: Proclamation of “Constitution Week.” - 2026-0298: Recognition of Johnny Bourgeois for the St. Charles Parish Communications District, sponsored by Councilwoman O’Daniels. - 2026-0299: Proclamation of Alligator Weekend in St. Charles Parish, and recognition of Justin Goings as “Mr. Alligator,” sponsored by Councilwoman Fonseca. - 2026-0300: Recognition of Kacey Lynn Beadle, 2026 Miss Alligator Festival Queen, sponsored by Councilwoman Skiba. - 2026-0301: Recognition of Elle Adeline Johnson, 2026 Teen Alligator Festival Queen, sponsored by Councilwoman deBruler. - 2026-0283: Notice by Chairman Pilié of the Local Board of Review for the 2026 Assessment, scheduled as a regular meeting on September 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Reports - 2026-0294: Hospital Service District report. - 2026-0295: Department of Legal Services report. - 2026-0296: Parish President’s remarks/report. Ordinances and Resolutions Introduced - No items were listed for introduction, publication, or public hearing on the September 28, 2026 regular agenda. Planning and Zoning Petitions – Public Hearings - 2026-0279: Ordinance to rezone Tract B of Tract 53, Coteau De France, 16825 Highway 90, Des Allemands, from R-1A and R-1A(M) to C-3, requested by William Sigmon for Sigmon Rental Properties, LLC. The Planning & Zoning Department and the Planning Commission both recommended approval; the Parish President introduced the item August 14, 2026, and the Council published/scheduled it for public hearing August 24, 2026. - 2026-0280: Ordinance to rezone Lot 9A, St. Gertrude Catholic Church Campus, 17302 LA 631, Des Allemands, from R-1A(M) to C-3, requested by Paul Hogan for PDJ Enterprises, LLC. - 2026-0281: Ordinance to rezone a portion of Tract 1, Coteau De France, 117 Gwen Lane, Des Allemands, from C-3 to R-1M, requested by Baron Tregle for White Boot Investments, Inc. The Planning & Zoning Department recommended approval on August 6, 2026, and the Parish President introduced the item August 24, 2026. Ordinances Scheduled for Public Hearing (Introduced at Previous Meeting) - 2026-0278: Ordinance to levy assessments on the 2025 ad valorem tax bills of property owners delinquent in paying charges for removal of weeds and grass, and for removal of unsafe structures, trash, and debris, in accordance with Chapter 16, Article III. A revised report dated August 28, 2026, was attached. - 2026-0273: Ordinance amending Chapter 15 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic), adding definitions and new Secs. 15-27 through 15-30 to regulate motorized bicycles and motor driven cycles. Sponsored by Councilmembers Fonseca, Mobley, and Fisher; introduced August 24, 2026. - 2026-0289: Ordinance approving a professional services agreement with Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc., for Asphalt Maintenance 2027 (Project No. P260804) in an amount not to exceed $212,080.50, sponsored by the Department of Engineering and Department of Public Works. - 2026-0290: Ordinance approving and authorizing the execution of an Act of Servitude Revocation, sponsored by the Department of Public Works. - 2026-0266: Ordinance approving a contract with Cycle Construction for the Lakewood Pump Station Discharge Modifications (Project No. P241106) in the amount of $959,300.00, including bid recommendation and tabulation, insurance certificates, addendum, and the contractor’s extension request. Previously Tabled Items - 2026-0288: Resolution in support of the Planning and Zoning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit 2026-6-SPU for Automobile Fleet Services in the C-3 district on Tract B of Tract 53, 16825 Highway 90, Des Allemands, including waivers from Appendix A, Section VI, item C.[IV.]4.a., and Section VIII, item F.2. At the August 24, 2026 meeting, the Administration requested that the item be tabled; the Planning & Zoning Department and the Planning Commission had recommended approval. Chairman Pilié noted the tabling request, public comment was opened with none offered, and Parish President Matthew Jewell and Planning & Zoning Director Michael Albert spoke on the matter. The item remained on the agenda for the September 14, 2026 meeting. - 2026-0207: Resolution appointing a District VI Representative to the St. Charles Parish Library Board of Control. The seat had been held by Robin Robicheaux (term April 18, 2022 – April 1, 2027); the vacancy was announced July 13, 2026, and the item was deferred July 27 and August 10, 2026. At the August 24, 2026 meeting, Councilman Bob Fisher nominated Ms. [name not shown in the agenda excerpt], and nominations were closed. - 2026-0246: Resolution appointing a member to the St. Charles Parish Communications District representing the St. Charles Parish Firemen’s Association, to fill the vacancy created by Johnny Bourgeois’ resignation. Bourgeois had been appointed August 4, 2025, with a term of August 19, 2025 – August 19, 2029; the unexpired term for the new appointee runs immediately through August 19, 2029. The Council Secretary requested a written nomination from Firemen’s Association President Barry Minnich; the vacancy was announced July 27, 2026, and the item was deferred August 24, 2026, to the September 14, 2026 meeting pending receipt of the required nomination. Announcements and Meeting Schedule - Library Board of Control: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 6:00 PM, Council Chambers. - Board of Adjustment (ZBA): Thursday, September 17, 2026, 6:00 PM, Council Chambers. - Pontchartrain Levee District: Monday, September 21, 2026, 6:00 PM. - Housing Authority: Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 6:00 PM, Council Chambers. - St. Charles Parish Council: Monday, September 28, 2026, 6:00 PM, Council Chambers. - The Parish Council will sit as the Local Board of Review for the 2026 Assessment from September 16 through September 30, 2026. Written or oral protests must be received by the Parish Council Office by September 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM. - Public hearings on the Proposed 2027 Capital and Consolidated Operating Budget: Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 9:00 AM; Thursday, October 22, 2026, 1:00 PM; and Monday, October 26, 2026, 6:00 PM. - Reasonable accommodation for disabled individuals wishing to attend meetings is available upon request with three days’ advance notice to the Office of the Council Secretary at (985) 783-5125. Key Outcomes - No minutes or transcript were provided with the source material, so votes, motions, and final decisions made during the September 14, 2026 meeting cannot be confirmed. The agenda indicates expected action on the two deferred appointments (2026-0207 and 2026-0246), the tabled special use resolution (2026-0288), and the three zoning public hearings (2026-0279 through 2026-0281), but the recorded outcomes of these items are not contained in the materials supplied.

The Community Action Advisory Board of St. Charles Parish held a meeting on September 9, 2026. The agenda included routine call to order, prayer, pledge, quorum recognition, approval of past minutes, and both old and new business items. No transcript or minutes were available, so the summary reflects the planned agenda and noted discrepancies. Consent Calendar - Approval of past meeting minutes (no details available). Old Business - CSBG policy acknowledgements (deliberation details not recorded). New Business - Director’s Report (content unknown). - Monthly Program Report (content unknown). Additional Business - Next meeting scheduled for December 9, 2026, with preparation for Thanksgiving baskets noted. - Closing prayer and adjournment. Note: The agenda listed the meeting start time as 5:00 PM, while the source data indicated 11:15 UTC (6:15 AM local time). This discrepancy could not be resolved due to missing transcript or minutes.

The St. Charles Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Committee (CZAC) convened on September 8, 2026, at 12:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The meeting covered updates to the Lake Salvador Shoreline Protection Project, several Joint Permit Applications (JPAs), extensive revisions to Environmental Management Unit (EMU) goals and objectives, and the expansion of three lake-area EMUs. All votes were unanimous. Consent Calendar - Approval of Previous Meeting’s Minutes: Motion by Landry, second by Giot; passed unanimously. - Motion to Deviate from Agenda: Moved Item 3 (Salvador Shoreline Update) to later in the agenda. Motion by Martinez, second by Babin; passed unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were offered during the public hearings for the two Joint Permit Applications (P20260662 and P20260677) or any other agenda item. Discussion Items - Manager’s Briefing – JPA Updates (Mr. Leday): - P20260662 (STATE) Troy Engineering Services, LLC: Proposal to drill six 3-inch soil borings and two CPTs up to 250 feet. Staff recommended an exemption because the activity occurs above 5 feet elevation and boring is exempt. No public comment; hearing closed. - P20260677 (STATE) Bridgeline Holdings, LP: Temporary support measures under a 16-inch natural gas pipeline to reduce unsupported span. The project received emergency authorization on July 15 and a coastal use permit was granted on September 1. Staff recommendation: NDSI (No Development, Significant Impact). Committee discussed the pipeline’s location near a control structure and canal. No public comment; hearing closed. - Last Month’s JPA Determinations: - P20260619 (STATE) Entergy Louisiana LLC: Removal of 5 wooden poles and installation of 7 new poles along CC Road. Determination: NDSI (not exempt due to access area). - P20260312 (STATE) St. Charles Parish Public Works: General maintenance of perimeter canals in Willowdale Subdivision. Determination: Coastal Use Permit (CUP) because the dredging activity is considered separate from routine maintenance. Discussion confirmed the targeted canal and that no mitigation costs are assessed pending habitat assessment. - Update on Recent Coastal Zone Activities (Mr. Leday): - The second solicitation period for CPRA Master Plan 29 has begun. Two St. Charles Parish projects—LaBranch Marsh Creation and the Lake Salvador Shoreline Protection Project—were accepted as candidate projects and move forward. The remaining small projects (Bayo Cuba shoreline, Cuba Island shoreline, Tank Pond shoreline, Salvador Hydrological Restoration) were grouped into one larger project due to scope. A meeting with CPRA later that afternoon would discuss next steps. - Salvador Shoreline Update (Chandler Malley, Royal Engineering): - The project is currently in the data gap analysis phase (building foundation for surveying, geotechnical work, and conceptual design). Goals: optimize resources, understand erosion drivers (wind, water data). Completion of this phase by mid-October 2026; design complete by July 2028. Committee asked about using lessons from prior projects; Mr. Malley confirmed numerical modeling and subsidence observations will be incorporated. No physical test site—modeling and analysis used. - EMU Goals and Objectives Updates (Mr. Leday): - Reviewed proposed changes to EMU 3 through 14. Only EMUs with proposed modifications were presented. All additions/changes were highlighted in yellow in the committee packet. Key changes included: - EMU 3 (East Laplace wetlands): Add Goal 5 to preserve and enhance remaining wetlands for drainage and flood storage. - EMU 4 (Bonnet Carré Floodway): Add Goal 3 to maintain floodway’s natural functions. - EMU 5 (New Sarpe Swamp): Replace Goal 6 with wording oriented toward maintaining natural sump areas. - EMU 6 (Ormond Swamp): Remove Goals 4 and 6, consolidate into a single new goal on maintaining natural drainage and sump areas. - EMU 8: Add Goal 13 on protecting and encouraging maintenance of natural drainage and wetlands. - EMU 9 and 10: Add Goal 6 on protecting wetlands and natural drainage. - EMU 11 (Alman Wetlands): Add Goal 4 on protecting wetland habitat and hydrological functions while allowing compatible uses. - EMU 12 (Salvador WMA): Replace Goal 3 (which focused on funding shoreline stabilization) with broader goal supporting coastal restoration and resilience. - EMU 13 (Cuba Island/Timken WMA): Add Goal 3 encouraging restoration projects that reduce erosion, restore habitat, and improve resilience. - EMU 14 (Davis Management Unit): Add Goal 6 on protecting wetlands and hydrological functions related to freshwater diversion operations. - Committee discussed enforcement mechanisms (coastal use permitting, zoning, code enforcement) and the relationship with the parish’s SHIELD plan. - EMU 15, 16, and 17 Expansion (Mr. Leday): - These three lake EMUs had been placeholders in the 2017 plan; the committee considered fully fleshed-out descriptions and goals. - EMU 15 (Lake Pontchartrain): Goals include protect wetland habitats, minimize erosion, encourage nature-based solutions, preserve hydrologic connectivity with LaBranche wetlands, limit development to water-dependent uses, maintain flood storage, and incorporate SHIELD priority projects. - EMU 16 (Lake Cataouatche): Similar goals with emphasis on connectivity within Barataria Basin, nature-based solutions, and flood storage. - EMU 17 (Lake Salvador): Additional goals on monitoring water quality and coordinated restoration initiatives. - Resolution 2026-2-RES-CZAC: Ms. Babin read the resolution supporting the updated EMU descriptions and goal changes. Motion by Landry, second by Giat; passed unanimously. - Announcements: - CWPPRA Technical Committee Meeting: September 10, Baton Rouge (livestream available). - St. Charles Parish Household Hazardous Materials Collection: September 12 (9 AM–1 PM) at two locations – St. Charles Parish Community Center (274 Judge Edward Dufren Parkway, Luling) and St. John the Baptist Parish Community Center (2900 US 51, La Place). Proof of residency required. - Cleanup at Bonnet Carré Spillway/Wetland Watchers Park: September 26, meeting at north boat launch near Norco (8:30–9 AM), cleanup until 11:30 AM. Joint event with Keep Louisiana Beautiful, Dow, and Army Corps. - LCP Training for coastal zone managers: September 30, online. - CWPPRA Task Force Meeting: October 8 at Army Corps office in New Orleans. Key Outcomes - Unanimous approval of previous meeting minutes and motion to deviate agenda. - No objections to the two JPAs (P20260662 exempt recommendation stands; P20260677 coastal use permit already issued). - Resolution 2026-2-RES-CZAC passed unanimously: adopted the updated goals and objectives for EMUs 3–14 and the full descriptions of lake EMUs 15–17. - Next steps: Data gap analysis for Lake Salvador Shoreline Project to be completed by mid-October 2026; design by July 2028. - CPRA process: Two projects (LaBranch Marsh Creation and Salvador Shoreline) advanced as candidate projects for Master Plan 29; remaining projects grouped into one larger proposal. - Meeting adjourned by motion (Babin, second by Culp) unanimously.

The St. Charles Parish Planning & Zoning Commission met on September 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Courthouse in Hahnville, Louisiana. The meeting covered several agenda items including home occupation requests, a resubdivision, a rezoning, and approval of minutes. All votes were unanimous. Public Comments & Testimony - Jordan Unger (113 Davis Drive) opposed the home occupation application (2026-40-HOA) for a welding business, stating that welding activities, noise, odors, and storage of trailers and equipment had been occurring in the residential R-1A zone for nearly a year, violating home occupation regulations. He expressed concerns about arc flashes, noise from grinders, and smells affecting his children. - Racing Romero (111 Davis Drive) briefly clarified that the trailer in question is never stored on the street and does not block views. - Walter Pelier (Ducliat Drive, Destrehan) asked about the use of private sewage treatment systems for the proposed lots in case 2026-12-MIN, noting a previous concern about temporary sewage treatment plants. Staff responded that the treatment system is not part of the minor subdivision evaluation. Discussion Items - 2026-11-MIN (Postponed) – A request by the Charlie Folmar Testamentary Trust for a resubdivision of one lot into three at 124-125 Marie Keet Lane, Hahnville, was removed from the agenda by unanimous vote as it was a postponed case from the previous month. - 2026-40-HOA – Roland Dumas, “Around the Way Welding” – Applicant requested a home occupation for a mobile welding business. Staff recommended approval with stipulations: no welding, grinding, cutting, or metal fabrication at the residence; and the business-related utility trailer must be stored off-site or in a zoning-compliant location that does not interfere with the required two off-street parking spaces. The applicant stated he uses welding equipment only for hobby work and does not conduct business at home. After discussion, the commission amended the stipulation to allow the trailer to be stored behind the fence on the property, out of view. The public hearing included opposition from a neighbor. The motion passed unanimously. - 2026-3-HOP – Michael Lanoue, “Air Orleans LLC” – Applicant requested a home occupation for an HVAC contractor. Staff recommended approval with stipulations: business vehicles and materials not stored at the residence, and accessory building not used for business. No public opposition. The motion passed unanimously. - 2026-12-MIN – PDJ Enterprises, LLC – Resubdivision of one lot into three on Lot 5A of St. Gertrude Catholic Church campus, adjacent to 17369 LA 631, Des Allemands. The subdivision is contingent on approval of the rezoning to R-1A(M). Staff recommended approval, including a variation for interior lot lines due to the irregular shape of the existing lot. Public hearing had one question about sewer. Motion passed unanimously. - 2026-13-MIN – Margo Tastet – A request for resubdivision of one lot into two at 14815 LA 631, Paradis, was postponed to the October meeting by unanimous vote. - 2026-11-R – PDJ Enterprises, LLC – Request to change zoning from R-3 to R-1A(M) on Lot 5A of St. Gertrude Catholic Church campus. Staff recommended approval, noting it meets zoning guidelines 1 and 3, is consistent with the future land use map, and is surrounded by R-1A(M) zoning. The applicant stated the change reduces density from potential multifamily to single-family. No public opposition. Motion passed unanimously. The rezoning will be forwarded to the Parish Council for final determination. Key Outcomes - Approved (unanimous): Removal of postponed case 2026-11-MIN from the agenda. - Approved (unanimous): Home occupation for Roland Dumas (2026-40-HOA) with stipulations including no welding/grinding/cutting at residence and trailer storage behind fence or off-site. - Approved (unanimous): Home occupation for Michael Lanoue (2026-3-HOP) with stipulations. - Approved (unanimous): Resubdivision for PDJ Enterprises (2026-12-MIN) contingent on rezoning approval. - Postponed (unanimous): Case 2026-13-MIN to October 2026 meeting. - Approved (unanimous): Rezoning from R-3 to R-1A(M) for PDJ Enterprises (2026-11-R), to be forwarded to the Parish Council. - Approved (unanimous): Minutes from the August 6, 2026, meeting.

The meeting began with a public hearing call, but no members of the public came forward. The board then recognized Penny Maine for her retirement after 15 years at Ochsner and 8 years at St. Charles Parish Hospital. After exiting executive session, the board proceeded with new business and reports. Recognition of Penny Maine - Board members Dr. West and others expressed gratitude for Penny Maine's service as executive office coordinator. She was presented with a picture and thanked for her contributions. New Business - AHU Replacement Bid: The board approved a bid from BGSN in the amount of $841,510 for the replacement of an air handling unit. Motion by Ms. Raymond, second by Ms. Smith, all in favor. Medical Staff Report - Dr. Kahn reported that the Medical Executive Committee met on August 11, 2026, approving ED navigation and inpatient written order guidelines and standing orders. - The board approved the minutes of the August 11 MEC meeting and a special MEC meeting. - Credentials: The Medical Executive Committee recommended and the board approved: 31 physicians, 3 advanced practice providers (APPs), 5 resignations, 13 provisional reviews, 1 change of category, and 39 reappointments. Motion carried unanimously. Quality and Patient Experience Report (Dr. West) - The hospital has achieved 560 days without a \"target zero event\" (patient harm or infection). - Patient satisfaction scores continue to improve, with the ER in the top decile. - A new mural by local artist Carrie Allen was funded through philanthropy and installed. Financial Report (Ms. Farneck) - Infusion services: Over 6,100 treatments year-to-date, exceeding budget and prior year by 23%. - Therapy volumes: 9,100 procedures in July, 11% above budget and 12% above prior year. - Total operating revenue exceeded budget by 9.5%, driven by infusion and outpatient lab growth. - Income from operations for July was nearly $2 million, $1 million favorable to budget and prior year. Facility and Operations Updates - Phase four of the flooring project on the first floor is complete; remainder will start with the entrance/registration project in December. - Ongoing projects: water heater, chiller, and fire alarm replacements. - The new East Bank EMS station is nearing completion; staff will move in within the next few weeks, ending a five-year dislocation after Hurricane Ida. Medical Staff Growth - New physicians starting: Dr. Atala (rheumatology) and Dr. Kaylee Denny (psychiatry) on August 31; Dr. Dyer (hospital medicine) has been with the hospital for about a month. - A new male primary care physician has signed and will start later. Community Outreach - The hospital participates in 40-50 community events per year. - The auxiliary raised scholarship money for four high school seniors pursuing medical careers (physical therapy, pediatrics, genetics). Key Outcomes - All motions carried unanimously. - The next hospital district board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

This regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 6:01 PM. The board unanimously approved the agenda, minutes from July 28, 2026, and financial reporting for June 2026, while deferring July 2026 financials to the September 22, 2026 meeting. An executive session was held from 6:21 PM to 6:54 PM pursuant to LA R.S. 42:17. The meeting adjourned at 7:02 PM. Consent Calendar - Agenda Approval: Motion by Commissioner Bailey, seconded by Commissioner Joseph, passed unanimously. - Minutes Approval: Motion by Commissioner Bailey to approve the July 28, 2026 board meeting minutes, seconded by Commissioner Joseph, passed unanimously. - Financial Reporting: Motion by Commissioner Bailey to accept the June 2026 financial report and defer the July 2026 financial report to the September 22, 2026 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Joseph, passed unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public were present to speak during the two public comment periods. Executive Director’s Report - Low Rent Report (July 2026): $17,168 in rent collected, $200 in deposits. Of 129 units, 70 are on mod status pending conversion, 53 leased, 6 vacant (one leased up on August 18, one move-in scheduled for September 1, leaving 4 vacancies). Unit 256 has significant damage; contractors are being sought for repairs. - Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Report (July 2026): Waiting lists for low rent and HCV are closed. The HCV list was opened last year; a segment of the low rent list was opened this year. As of July 31, 2026: 2 port-outs searching, 8 port-outs leased, 25 port-ins leased, 0 port-ins searching, 2 end of participation. Received $313,256 in HCV income; expended $308,761.18. 12 waitlist participants being processed, 12 voucher holders in-house searching, 6 new admissions leased, 3 port-ins searching, 2 new landlords added for a total of 235 vouchers leased and 9 voucher holders searching. Staff will engage landlords on pending rent increases. - Audit Update: The FY2025 financial audit was submitted timely to HUD but late to the state legislative auditor (deadline March 31), resulting in a repeat finding. Executive Director Jackson reported that the number of findings has reduced from five to four. Work is ongoing with fee accountant 76 Strategies to address findings related to payroll transfers and capital fund grant draws matching expenses. No questioned costs since 2021/2022. RAD/Section 18 Conversion Update - Executive Director Jackson reported that all financial plan information has been uploaded to the Rad Resource Desk and will be submitted to HUD this week to request a concept call. Environmental reviews are completed and being uploaded to Epic. A waiver may be needed for the Booty property; Des Allemands is expected to be cleared. A meeting was held with the Louisiana Housing Corporation regarding tax credit applications. A resident meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2026, to update tenants on relocation vouchers and rights. The final financing plan is anticipated by October 2026, with bond and tax credit applications to follow in January 2027. Key Outcomes - Resolution 26-08-25-01: Unanimously approved. This resolution authorizes financial signatory authority for designated representatives, adding Finance Director Robin Moore as a new signatory to First National Bank USA accounts. Current signatories reaffirmed: Web J. the Fourth (Chair), Delario Bailey (Commissioner), and Jedadia Jackson (Executive Director). - Executive Session: Motion by Commissioner Bailey to enter executive session, seconded by Commissioner Joseph, passed unanimously. The board reconvened at 6:54 PM with no actions reported from the session.

The St. Charles Parish Council met on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. All nine council members were present. The meeting opened with a prayer by Father Paul Clark, approval of the August 10, 2026 minutes, and several proclamations and recognitions. The council heard reports from The Arc of St. Charles, the Department of Waterworks, and the Parish President. Multiple ordinances were introduced for public hearings on September 14, 2026. During the public hearing portion, the council approved several ordinances and resolutions, postponed one ordinance indefinitely, and tabled one resolution. Two board appointments were made, and one was deferred. Consent Calendar - Approved minutes of regular meeting August 10, 2026 (unanimous). - Proclamations: Recognized 7U All-Star Baseball team as state champions, honored Raymond Hicks in memoriam, recognized Luling Volunteer Fire Department for 60 years of service, proclaimed September 2026 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and September 10 as World Suicide Prevention Day, proclaimed September 2026 as Love Our Waterways Month. Public Comments & Testimony - Milton Allemand (Hahnville) spoke on several items: questioned engineering phase completeness for Kinler and Paul Fredrick project; criticized the practice of incrementally increasing contract amounts for professional services (referencing Alpha Testing amendment); supported removing fees for electronic records (Ordinance 2026-0263); raised concerns about funding source for Engineers Canal Pump Station project (whether it should come from the dedicated levy fund); questioned efficacy of continued property liens for weed removal; asked about sunset provision for emergency housing waiver. - Bobby Donaldson (Norco) spoke in strong support of the Engineers Canal Pump Station improvements, representing the Norco Civic Association. - L. J. Frickey (Bayou Gauche) supported the Sunset Drainage District flood elevation ordinance, noting it would save residents time and money by eliminating the need for variances. - Triniece Davis Boyd addressed the council regarding property at 920 Kinler Street in connection with the Kinler and Paul Fredrick drainage project, proposing the parish purchase her property and allow her to buy another property to resolve a design conflict. Discussion Items - Arc of St. Charles Report: Executive Director Victoria Bryant and staff described programs including day hab, vocational services, college attendance, and community employment. They reported serving over 100 individuals and noted upcoming construction at their facility funded by a millage. - Waterworks Report: Director Gregory Gorden presented on hydraulic modeling progress, call center metrics (27,143 calls answered at 99.4% rate, average 105 calls/day, 16-second answer time), filter media replacement video, West Bank D plant clarifier upgrade ($2.7 million), West Bank E plant design ($4 million, with $3 million capital outlay), and billing process improvements. - Parish President Remarks: Matthew Jewell reported on social media workshop, Check the Chip day (40 pets microchipped), new vacuum culvert truck, emergency electrical safety training, West Bank treatment pond improvements (reduced from 60 to 7 acres, deepened to 7 feet), King Cat fishing tournament (Sept 18-19), and fall basketball registration. - Ordinance 2026-0263 (Document Fees): Councilmember O’Daniels explained the amendment would revert to no charge for electronic records pending state legislature clarity, after a previous fee schedule had been criticized. Public comment supported the change. - Ordinance 2026-0271 (Sunset Drainage District Flood Elevation): Planning Director Albert explained re-establishing 1992 FEMA maps for sunset drainage district, adding minimum zero feet NAVD88 elevation. Parish President Jewell emphasized no building below sea level. Council discussion noted this eliminates need for variances and reduces burden on residents. - Ordinance 2026-0272 (Cooperative Endeavor with School Board): CAO Palamone detailed an easement agreement for parking area near Norco Elementary, transferring maintenance to the school system. - Resolution 2026-0264 (Cousins Pump Station T-Wall): Grants officer Chiasson presented $16.7 million CPRA award. President Jewell highlighted sump expansion that will reduce street flooding. Unanimous approval. - Resolution 2026-0285 (Emergency Housing Waiver): HSEP Director Tastet explained annual waiver for temporary housing post-disaster. Public comment asked about expiration. Unanimous approval. - Resolution 2026-0286 (Subdivision Waiver): For property at former St. Gertrude Church, allowing access via private road. Councilmember Comardelle noted it prevents landlocking a house. Unanimous approval. - Resolution 2026-0288 (Automobile Fleet Services): Tabled unanimously because contingent rezoning ordinance was not yet scheduled for public hearing. Key Outcomes - Unanimous approval (9-0) of all voted items except those postponed/tabled. - Postponed indefinitely: Ordinance 2026-0269 (delinquent weed removal assessment) because an updated version (2026-0278) was introduced for future hearing. - Tabled: Resolution 2026-0288 (waivers for auto fleet services) pending alignment with rezoning ordinance. - Appointments: - Library Board District VI: Erica Spengler nominated by Councilman Fisher, appointed unanimously (unexpired term to April 1, 2027). - Communication District (Firemen’s Association): Deferred to September 14 meeting pending nomination. - Library Board District II: Lindsey Tullier renominated by Councilwoman Skiba, reappointed unanimously (term to August 1, 2031). - Next meeting: September 14, 2026, 6:00 PM. Parish Council will sit as Board of Review September 16-30. Public hearings on capital and operating budgets scheduled for October 20, 22, and 26.

The Zoning Board of Adjustments met on August 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to hear three variance cases and discuss prior meeting minutes. The meeting was called to order with the pledge, and all three cases were approved by the board. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke during any of the three public hearings. Discussion Items - Case 2026-26-ZBA (Evan and Lacey Schubert): The applicants requested a variance to reduce the minimum building elevation to 6 feet NAVD (National American Vertical Datum) for a single-family residence at 430 Grand Bayou Road. Lacey Schubert explained that they relied on a surveyor's benchmark set at 4 feet NAVD and did not intentionally build below the parish's 8-foot requirement. The parish staff report noted the property is in FEMA Flood Zone X (not a special flood hazard area) under effective maps, but preliminary maps show Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 7 feet. The foundation was surveyed at approximately 6.2 feet NAVD. The applicants stated that raising the home would create an exceptional hardship and noted that similar elevation variances had been granted at neighboring properties (211 and 221 Old Farm). They expressed willingness to comply with reasonable conditions. - Case 2026-27-ZBA (Holy Family Catholic Church): The applicant, Mike Palomon (Pastoral Council member), requested a variance to allow a monument sign up to 10 feet in height (exceeding the 4-foot maximum in a residential zoning district) at 135 Holy Family Lane. The proposed sign would replace an existing 8-foot sign in the same location but moved further from the right-of-way. The new sign would allow variable messaging for church and preschool events. Board members asked about obstruction of vision; the applicant confirmed the sign would be set back from Lakewood Drive and utility servitudes. - Case 2026-29-ZBA (Paula Clark): The applicant requested a variance to increase the maximum accessory building square footage from 600 to 720 square feet and to allow wet flood proofing (flood vents) at 114 Bayou Estate South Drive. Paula and Dalton Clark explained they want to tear down a shed and carport damaged by Hurricane Ida and build a shop with carport at the same elevation as the house (about 2 feet above street level) with flood vents. No board questions were asked. - Unfinished Business - Minutes Review: Board member John Bleakley raised a discrepancy between the minutes from the previous meeting (August 14, 2026) and the online results posted for Case 2026-25-ZBA (boat launch). The minutes reflected approval with modifications (granting additional time until January 1, 2028), but the online results stated only "approved" without mentioning modifications. After discussion, the board agreed to update the online results to read "approved with modifications" and to keep the detailed modifications in the minutes. The minutes were accepted as presented with this change. Key Outcomes - Case 2026-26-ZBA: Motion by Mr. Maddox, seconded by Mr. Morton, to approve the variance as written. All board members voted in favor. The Schubert home may remain at its current surveyed elevation of approximately 6.2 feet NAVD. - Case 2026-27-ZBA: Motion by Mr. Maddox, seconded by Father Lambert, to approve the variance as written. All board members voted in favor. Holy Family Catholic Church may install a monument sign up to 10 feet in height. - Case 2026-29-ZBA: Motion by Mr. Maddox, seconded by Father Lambert, to approve the variance as written. All board members voted in favor. Paula Clark may construct a 720-square-foot accessory building with wet flood proofing. - Minutes and Results Correction: Motion by Father Lambert, seconded by Mr. Maddox, to accept the minutes and to modify the online results for Case 2026-25-ZBA to read "approved with modifications." Motion passed. - Adjournment: Motion by Mr. Maddox, seconded by Father Lambert. Meeting adjourned.