St. Charles Parish Informer · Meeting coverage · 6:00 PM · Council Chambers, Courthouse
Meeting Summary
The St. Charles Parish Council held its regular meeting on November 18, 2024, opening with proclamations honoring National Adoption Day and the Norco Christmas Parade, followed by reports from the River Parishes Transit Authority and the Let's Work River Parishes workforce program. The council gave final passage to six infrastructure and engineering-services ordinances covering projects such as the Evangeline Road box culvert, Des Allemands bulkhead testing, River Place Estates subdivision, and the Willowdale Boulevard survey, and it took up two added items authorizing the first step toward creating the Luling Bridge Economic Development District and affirming the parish's 2024 Water Rate Study. The council also filled several board vacancies, adopted the 2025 meeting schedule, and selected Holly Fonseca and Walter Pilié as the incoming Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2025.
Decisions & Votes
Approved9–02024-0362$8,700.00
Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with RDAM and Associates Incorporated
Approves Amendment No. 2 to increase the lump sum fee by $8,700 for additional geotechnical services for the Evangeline Road and CN Road Box Collard Project, increasing the overall contract amount to $33,700.
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0366
Installation of No Parking Sign on Alameda Plantation Drive in St. Rose
Authorizes installation of one no parking sign on the north side of Alameda Plantation Drive in St. Rose, extending 44 feet from the corner of Johnson Street, to ensure safe passage for school buses and residents.
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0367
Active Dedication for River Place Estates Phase 2
Approves and authorizes execution of an active dedication for River Place Estates Phase 2 in Hahnville, including final plat approval for 21 lots and acceptance of improvements.
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0368$150,000.00
Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Crescent Engineering and Mapping, LLC
Approves Amendment No. 1 to the professional services agreement with Crescent Engineering and Mapping, LLC, for boundary survey services under the master contract, with an amount not to exceed $150,000.
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0369$8,000.00
Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Alpha Testing and Inspections Incorporated
Approves Amendment No. 1 to increase the contract by $8,000 for additional testing services for the Desalmon Phase 1 bulkhead project, increasing overall contract value to $65,000.
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0370$61,385.00
Professional Services Agreement with Bryan Hammett and Associates LLC
Approves and authorizes execution of a professional services agreement with Bryan Hammett and Associates LLC for surveying services for the Willowdale Boulevard Overlay and Widening project in a lump sum amount of $61,385.
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0386
Resolution Authorizing Publication of Notice of Intent to Create Luling Bridge Economic Development District No. 1
Authorizes publication of a notice of intent to create Luling Bridge Economic Development District No. 1 under Louisiana Revised Statutes, with boundaries shown in the resolution's exhibit, allowing for potential tax incremental financing to support infrastructure and parish-owned facilities.
Moved by Holly FonsecaSeconded by Michele deBruler
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0387
Resolution Affirming and Implementing the Findings and Conclusions of the 2024 Water Rate Study
Affirms and implements the findings and conclusions of the Department of Water Works 2024 rate study, confirming that the current rate structure provides sufficient revenue to meet operational, maintenance, and bond obligations as required by state accountability rules.
Moved by Michelle O'DanielsSeconded by Michele deBruler
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0378
Acceptance of Resignation of James Joseph Kreutzer, Jr.
Accepts the resignation of James Joseph Kreutzer, Jr., from the St. Charles Parish Planning and Zoning Commission District 3 representative position.
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0348
Adoption of 2025 Parish Council Meeting Schedule
Adopts the 2025 Parish Council meeting schedule as amended, including a change to move the January 21 meeting to January 27, February 3 meeting to February 10, and February 17 meeting to February 24 due to administration and council members attending events in Washington, D.C.
Moved by Holly FonsecaSeconded by Heather Skiba
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0371
Acceptance of Nomination for 2025 Parish Council Chairman
Accepts the nomination of Holly Fonseca as the presiding officer and Chairman for the St. Charles Parish Council for the 2025 year, with confirmation scheduled for December 2, 2024.
Moved by Michele deBrulerSeconded by Willie Comardelle
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0372
Acceptance of Nomination for 2025 Parish Council Vice Chairman
Accepts the nomination of Walter Pilié as the presiding officer and Vice Chairman for the St. Charles Parish Council for the 2025 year, with confirmation scheduled for December 2, 2024.
Moved by Willie ComardelleSeconded by Walter Pilié
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Watch Items
- A public hearing is scheduled for Monday, December 2, 2024, 6:00 p.m., at Council Chambers, Courthouse, Hahnville, to consider final passage of:
- An ordinance approving a Professional Services Agreement with Kyle Associates, LLC, for engineering services on the Turtle Pond Force Main Replacement. - An ordinance approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with All South Consulting Engineers, LLC, for the Des Allemands Bulkhead project. - An ordinance approving a Professional Services Agreement with G.E.C., Inc., for the School Zone Traffic Study. - An ordinance approving Change Order No. 1 with Kass Bros., Inc., for Concrete Maintenance 2023-24. - An ordinance approving a Professional Services Agreement with Fairway Consulting and Engineering, LLC, for the Turtle Pond Lift Station Replacement. - An ordinance approving Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Crescent Engineering & Mapping, LLC, for the Riverbend Hydraulic Design study in St. Rose.
- The proposed Luling Bridge Economic Development District is only in its earliest stage. The council authorized publishing a notice of intent, with an ordinance to formally create the district expected to be introduced on December 2 and voted on December 16. Residents should watch for details on the district's boundaries and how any future tax revenue could be used for nearby public assets like West Bank Bridge Park and the Edward Dufresne Community Center.
- The Department of WaterWorks is expected to bring forward separate ordinances addressing changes to water rate tiers and fees, following up on the rate study affirmed this meeting. A committee hearing on those proposed changes is anticipated before the December 2 or December 16 meetings.
- The District I seat on the St. Charles Parish Board of Adjustment remains vacant; a nomination was deferred to the next meeting.
- A nomination to fill the District III seat on the St. Charles Parish Planning & Zoning Commission, following the resignation of James Joseph Krajcer, Jr., is expected to be taken up December 2, 2024.
Appointments, Proclamations & Recognitions
Approved2024-0373
Proclamation, National Adoption Day
Proclaims Saturday, November 23, 2024, as National Adoption Day in St. Charles Parish and encourages citizens to recognize the importance of adoption and the need for permanent loving families for children.
Approved2024-0374
Proclamation, Norco Christmas Parade Day
Proclaims Sunday, December 1, 2024, as Norco Christmas Parade Day and extends thanks to the Norco Civic Association and Norco Christmas Parade Committee for organizing this community event with the theme Norco Noel, Santa Goes to the Olympics.
Approved9–02024-0346
Resolution Appointing Jeremy Martin to the Board of Adjustments
Appoints Jeremy Martin as the District 3 representative to the St. Charles Parish Board of Adjustments for a four-year term beginning December 7, 2024, and expiring December 7, 2028.
Moved by Michelle O'DanielsSeconded by Michele deBruler
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Approved9–02024-0347
Resolution Appointing Dwayne L'Oreal to the Board of Adjustments
Appoints Dwayne L'Oreal as the District 7 representative to the St. Charles Parish Board of Adjustments for a four-year term beginning December 7, 2024, and expiring December 7, 2028.
Moved by Michelle O'DanielsSeconded by Willie Comardelle
Yea (9)Michael A. Mobley, Holly Fonseca, La Sandra D. Wilson, Heather Skiba, Walter Pilié, Willie Comardelle, Michelle O'Daniels, Bob Fisher, Michele deBruler
Public Comments