Lauri Roussel

The council received the President's report covering various topics including hurricane preparedness, sales tax trends, the Rosary Street Drainage project, infrastructure improvements for the Bayou Chevreuil boat launch, and updates on road rehabilitation programs. A public comment regarding pending litigation related to land use ordinances was noted. The council discussed an update on a drainage study and held a detailed debate regarding Ordinance 26-08 concerning land use redesignation. Several resolutions were passed, including those for the disbursement of funds for pending invoices, the scheduling of a Board of Review, the designation of the official journal for the upcoming fiscal year, the advertisement for bids for the Vacherie Community and Sports Complex, and a certificate of approval for capital area bonds.

The Council discussed the status of various infrastructure projects, including the automated meter project, the Vacherie Community and Sports Complex, drainage improvements for the Rosary Street and Humble Phase III projects, and the widening of LA Hwy 3127. The President provided a report covering the annual financial audit, emergency alert system updates, and community events such as STEM Fest and fireworks. Resolutions were adopted regarding the disbursement of funds, acceptance of work for building renovations, authorization to advertise for utility relocation bids, and the procurement of materials for parish projects. Additionally, agreements for wellness programs for senior services were authorized, and departmental updates were provided by the Operations Director.

The commission reviewed and approved two variance requests. The first variance involved a property on Kilmer Street in Vacherie to permit the placement of a third structure, which was approved based on the sufficient size of the land segment. The second variance request for a mobile home at 3177 Domino Street in Vacherie, involving front and back setback adjustments, was also approved due to the size constraints of the existing lot.

The commission agenda was amended to include a presentation by Desire Line regarding the Comprehensive Plan and an update from legal counsel on pending litigation and land use items. The commission approved the resubdivision of the Hazel and Fleurange Gaudet Tract, as well as a property line setback variance for a metal building on S. Angelle Street. Additionally, the commission received an update on planning projects, including findings from community meetings and proposed revisions to land use ordinances, and heard a report regarding pending court proceedings.

The Planning Commission discussed land use map revisions for the Shady Grove area, considering a redesignation from Agricultural to Industrial to align with surrounding properties. Additionally, a request for a variance to place a residential building on a family estate was reviewed, along with a report from legal counsel.