Plaquemines Parish

The Council convened to conduct business for the Plaquemines Port, Harbor, and Terminal District. Discussions included an executive session regarding personnel matters and a status report on port marine operations, ferry services, and various ongoing infrastructure projects such as landing replacements, rail bypass initiatives, and water infrastructure upgrades. The Council introduced ordinances regarding employee work schedules and manpower restructuring, and passed resolutions approving a Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire, requesting an audit report extension, naming an official journal, and terminating the employment of the Chief Legal Officer.

The council held an executive session to discuss attorney-privileged communications regarding legal cases involving Midway Cattle Ranch LLC and the Plaquemines Parish government. A presentation was provided by the LSU AgCenter regarding citrus industry updates, including replanting efforts, disease management, grant opportunities, and the distribution of tree protective covers. The council also authorized a resolution to support community blood donation efforts in observance of the United States semi-quincentennial. Additionally, administration provided updates on upcoming bidding for EOC and Woodland Industrial Park projects, progress on the St. Bernard flood wall and cast-iron water line, and the legislative recognition of the Peggy Martin rose as the state rose.

The board convened a special meeting to conduct an executive session for the purpose of discussing the character and professional competence of applicants for the Chief Executive Officer position. No final or binding actions were taken during the executive session before the meeting was adjourned.

This document outlines the Plaquemines Parish Comprehensive Master Plan Action Plan Priorities, developed to create a near-term priority list for recommendations critical to the parish's long-term success. The plan is organized around key areas including economic development, coastal protection and restoration, land use, public facilities and services, population/demographics, transportation, parks and recreation, stormwater and drainage, government organization, government finance, and water and wastewater. Its overarching goals are to strengthen natural and man-made systems, expand the local economy, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents through sustainable strategies.

The council meeting addressed various administrative and budgetary matters, including proclamations of appreciation and updates from the administration regarding infrastructure projects. Multiple construction and building permits were approved. The council introduced several resolutions and ordinances related to naming an official journal, capital improvement plans for pump stations and fire facilities, and zoning regulations. Final passage was granted for ordinances concerning tax millage levies, budget amendments for facility renovations, grant writing services, manpower structure adjustments, fire department pay increases, coastal consulting services, and various equipment acquisitions. Additionally, the council received updates regarding district-specific concerns, including an ATV park project.