Trisha Dyson

Key discussions during this meeting included several actions related to contracts and permits. The board voted to remove consideration of a contract amendment for the Merman Murthal Basin inundation relief project to increase compensation. Approvals were processed for various add-ons and credits related to the Merman inundation relief project and Venture Global. Decisions were made concerning approval of president authority to sign surface lease access agreements and requests to the Department of Wildlife and Fish regarding studies in Copy Lake. Appointment matters included reappointment to the A H Am Service District Number Two and Fire Protection District Number Ten, tabling the appointment for Cameron Parish Port Harbor Terminal District Ward Two, and reappointment to Ward One, Ward Three, and Ward Five. The board also voted on liquor permit applications and authorized an audit engagement agreement with Grayson, Cassidy, and Gillery, along with granting authority to sign compliance questionnaires with the same firm. A change order for the Merman Basin inundation project was approved for a decrease. Furthermore, the board considered amending the food truck ordinance by removing the section limiting the number of food trucks, pending formal adoption at the subsequent meeting. Finally, authority was granted to execute property insurance policies utilizing the lowest quotes and to execute a contract with EMP Consulting Services for adjudicated property sales, terminating a previous contract with Civic Source.

The agenda meeting included a presentation by the Director of Civic Initiatives for the Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana regarding the Just Imagine SWLA 50-year resilience master plan for Calcasieu and Cameron parishes. The discussion covered the project's five-year history, significant community engagement efforts resulting in over 2,500 participants contributing 7,000 comments, and the formation of 11 catalytic projects. The presenter detailed the Community Foundation's role as a facilitator, highlighting successes such as collaborations with Thrive Magazine and CPA, and the introduction of the Coastal Flood Risk Reduction project. Furthermore, updates were provided on the Community Resilience Hubs project, specifically noting the near completion of the North Cameron EOC as the region's first facility meeting the established resilience standards. The speaker also mentioned plans to declare April as 'Just Imagine Month' to promote related regional activities, and discussed ongoing engagement with LSU architecture students regarding resilience hub designs.

The voting meeting addressed several agenda items, including the approval of November 2025 meeting minutes. Key actions involved approving an add-on for the appointment of Ashley Trean to the ambulance district, approving removals, approving permits, and approving appointments to the Creole Nature Trail Board and Cameron Barry's Eminent District Number Two. Contract considerations included approving contract time extensions for North Cameron EOCC related to transformer and anchor delays, while rejecting the associated monetary increases for one item. The board also approved the removal of several sections of administrative ordinances, replacing them with a reference to the policy manual, and approved changes to office hours effective January 1, 2026, following a public hearing. Further discussions involved amending the Cameron Parish motor vehicles and traffic ordinance, approving the abandonment of Cameron Drive, approving the 2026 holidays schedule, and approving the 2026 meeting dates (second Monday of the month). Budget amendments for December 2025 and the review of monthly financial statements were also handled. The meeting concluded with the approval of bills to be paid and a motion to seek an attorney general's opinion regarding conflict representation for South Cameron Hospital District Number One.

The voting session included the election of a new president and vice president. Key actions involved the approval of the December 2025 meeting minutes and the approval of several add-on items, including accepting personnel changes such as the resignation of Ronald G. Nunez Sr. and the appointment of Tim Dupont. Regarding permits, one permit request was tabled pending further information on restoration projects, while permits for BP American Production Company and Purdue Oil and Gas LLC were also addressed. Several appointments were approved, including Ronald Nunez Jr. to the library board and Christy Go to a fire protection seat, alongside a resignation and reappointment for a Ward 3 council position. Bids for 2026 materials (limestone, dirt, dust control, and white goods) were accepted, but fuel bids were rejected and sent for rebidding. The Cameron Parish police jury budget for 2026 was adopted. The body opened and closed public hearings regarding proposed amendments to Chapter 15 (excessive noise/engine braking) and RV park revisions, adopting the changes for both ordinances. A public hearing was opened regarding the abandonment of Parish Road 362/Cameron Drive, where three letters were read in opposition, and the motion to abandon was ultimately carried. Authority was granted for the president to sign agreements related to staffing the Health Unit and debris removal access with LaDOT. A change order for the Gulf Shoreline Stabilization Project was approved to extend the contract time by 140 days due to delays. RFQs were authorized for advertising for sewer and pump stations. Finally, monthly financial statements were reviewed, bills approved for payment, and an executive session was held before adjourning.

The meeting session included acknowledgments from the Council on Aging regarding the Parish's contribution to their senior nutrition program, which delivers meals to homebound seniors. A representative discussed proposed adjustments for the veteran wall, specifically the installation of a digital display system to replace difficult-to-maintain physical flags. Updates were provided on infrastructure projects, including the anticipated completion timeline for substation and distribution work on the Cameron and Hackberry sides, as well as ongoing debris cleanup along pole installation routes, with a request for thorough debris removal for safety. A significant discussion addressed the status of Cameron Drive in Rutherford Beach, which is significantly eroded and partially underwater, leading to a proposal to abandon maintenance of the roadway section now considered state property due to coastal erosion, while ensuring public access is maintained. Additionally, a food truck vendor raised concerns regarding the perceived restriction limiting the number of permitted food trucks on the Cameron side, prompting a decision to consult legal counsel on the legality of such limitations.