Parish Official · Public Stance
Walter Pilié
Motions & Decisions
- Appointment of Samuel Elliott Jr. to Industrial Development Board2025-0235 · Moved · Approved
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment for R1AM District Paving Requirements2025-0203 · Moved · Approved
- An ordinance to approve and authorize the Parish President to execute a Franchise Agreement with Entergy Louisiana, LLC, (formerly known as Louisiana Power and Light) its successors and assigns, to provide electric power and energy throughout St. Charles Parish all in accordance with La-R.S. 33:4361.2025-0009 · Moved · Approved
- Appointment of Webb Jay to Planning and Zoning Commission, District 32024-0379 · Moved · Approved
- Acceptance of Nomination for 2025 Parish Council Vice Chairman2024-0372 · Seconded · Approved
On the Record
- Pilié asked whether existing power plants would be retired after new Waterford 5 and 6 plants are operational.Waterford 5 and 6 existing power plant retirement plans
- Pilié expressed support for the ordinance on the commercial side, noting successful example at Wind Dixie parking lot near barbecue restaurant.Private parking ordinance commercial application
- Pilié advocated for enforcement and inspection procedures to protect residents from drainage flooding caused by neighbors' fill material placement.Adjacent lot runoff ordinance amendments discussion
- Pilié expressed support for the ordinance for commercial applications and cited an example where code enforcement successfully placed parking restriction signs at a commercial property.2025-0250 Private Parking Ordinance
- Pilié responded to concerns about inspection burden, arguing that visual inspections during new construction are quick and necessary to prevent long-term problems.2025-0248 Adjacent Lot Runoff Ordinance
- Pilié advocated for the ordinance amendments, citing a specific case where adjacent property flooding occurred and arguing that inspection and enforcement mechanisms are necessary to protect residents.2025-0248 Adjacent Lot Runoff Ordinance
- Walter Pilié testified in support of the ordinance amendment, noting that he had motioned to postpone the previous version due to terminology concerns, but now supports the rewritten version.2025-7-ORD Amendment on Dust Free Paving
- Walter Pilié testified in support of the rezoning, characterizing the property as stranded due to zoning restrictions and endorsing the applicant's efforts to put the property into commerce.2025-7-R Rezoning from C2 to C3
- Walter Pilié explained technical drainage deficiencies including inadequate culverts under railroad tracks and potential water circulation issues2025-1-MAJ River Mist subdivision
- Councilman Pilier asked about the wireless meter system and data backup in case of hurricane-related power loss.Water Meter System and Data Backup
- Councilman Pilier expressed support after familiarizing himself with the area and noting how it benefits drainage improvements according to the master drainage plan.JCJR Outfall Ditches Project
- Councilman Pilier opposed the ordinance, concerned that permanent development could occur in areas with non-permanent driveways, and made a motion to postpone indefinitely.Zoning Ordinance Amendment for R1AM District Paving Requirements
- Councilman Pilier noted a potential typographical error in the ordinance, suggesting 'elevate' should be 'alleviate', and made a motion to correct it.Riverbend Subsurface Drainage Project
- Walter Pilié spoke in favor of the ordinance and requested support from commissionersOrdinance to Amend Chapter 26-2 and 26-4 regarding Coastal Zone Advisory Committee
- Councilman Pilié asked about bypass pumping and temporary dams to prevent flooding during phased construction, receiving assurance of proper water management.Ormond Center drainage improvements construction logistics
- Councilman Pilié inquired about project timeline, noting residents are impatient about parking issues, and received timeline estimate for rebidding.Ormond Center drainage improvements project timeline
- Councilman Pilié reiterated the importance of drainage as the parish's number one problem and expressed hope for projects in other areas like St. Rose.Muntz Pump Station No. 2 and drainage improvements contract
- Councilman Pilié, a flooded resident, praised the project as solving the underlying conveyance problem and expressed support for similar projects in other parishes.Ormond CN Railway Culverts Project contract
- Councilman Pilié complimented the department and inquired about 501c3 status to facilitate charitable donations with tax benefits.Department of Community Services appreciation and 501c3 status inquiry
- Councilman Pilié questioned Jason Tastet about the loss of communication with SCADA and telemetry for pump stations that occurred on Saturday and whether data was lost.SCADA and telemetry communication loss during Saturday weather event
St. Charles Parish records the outcome and sponsor of each vote, but not always each member's individual Yea or Nay. Where a meeting transcript captures a recorded roll, it appears on that meeting's page.