Covington adopts parish hazard mitigation plan; consultant praises wastewater improvements Council adopted the 2026 Saint Tammany Parish multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan and received a positive LPDES MWPP audit of the city's wastewater treatment operations, which showed improved scores and fewer overflows and bypasses.

Covington City Council just approved a vital hazard mitigation plan while celebrating remarkable improvements in wastewater treatment operations!

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Covington council updates noise and disturbing-the-peace ordinances after public concerns The Covington City Council on March 3 approved limited revisions to the city's noise and disturbing-the-peace ordinances to modernize enforcement language and give police clearer avenues for citations while retaining construction-noise rules; public commenters warned some language could chill protected speech.

Covington City Council has updated its noise and disturbing-the-peace ordinances, but concerns linger over potential impacts on free speech.

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Covington Commission Approves PUD Amendment to Add Two Senior Units to Mount Branch Development The Covington zoning commission unanimously approved a major PUD amendment to increase a previously approved senior housing project from 38 to 40 units (and parking from 38 to 40) at 1312 West 29th Avenue so the developer can meet the Louisiana Housing Corporation's 40-unit minimum for tax-credit funding rounds.

The Covington zoning commission has taken a significant step by approving an amendment that adds two units to a senior housing project, crucial for securing vital funding for the community.

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Covington council approves $300,000 repaving, adopts code housekeeping updates and clears driveway permit; wastewater plant passes DEQ inspection At its Feb. 3 meeting the Covington City Council approved a $300,000 budget amendment to repave North Taylor Street, adopted housekeeping amendments to local building and vegetation codes, and authorized Sharp 9 Properties to construct a driveway on East 34th Avenue. Staff reported a clean DEQ inspection of the wastewater plant and community groups previewed upcoming Mardi Gras events.

Covington City Council just approved a $300,000 budget amendment for repaving North Taylor Street, alongside exciting updates to local building codes and a clean inspection for the wastewater plant!

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Council corrects annexation district for 12-acre tract, hears $1 million state appropriation will fund Boys and Girls Club project Council voted unanimously to amend an annexation ordinance to designate a 12-acre tract as part of District C for potential use as a baseball training facility. Administrators said the city has a $1,000,000 state appropriation for construction of a Boys and Girls Club and presented a resolution to enter an agreement with the club.

Covington City Council's unanimous vote not only corrects a district designation for a prime 12-acre tract but also paves the way for a $1 million Boys and Girls Club project—transforming community potential!

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Covington proclaims January 2026 Blood Donor Awareness Month; resident shares child's cancer treatment Mayor Mark Johnson presented a proclamation declaring January 2026 Blood Donor Awareness Month. A local parent described his child's cancer treatment and dozens of transfusions; the Blood Center urged regular donations to avert shortages.

Mayor Mark Johnson has officially declared January 2026 as Blood Donor Awareness Month, emphasizing the critical need for volunteer donors through the heartfelt story of a local parent whose child has undergone 84 transfusions during cancer treatment.

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Covington Council adopts 2026 budget, approves ordinances and budget amendments The Covington City Council on Nov. 4 adopted the 2026 operating budget and five-year capital plan, approved a mayoral compensation ordinance, a rezoning to regional commercial, and a 2025 budget amendment that records a $423,000 DOTD payout and funds downtown sewer repairs.

Covington City Council has just adopted its 2026 budget and made key decisions that could reshape the local economy and infrastructure!

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Juan Ponceka seeks rezoning for automotive shop at 905 North Lee Road Covington Ponceka requests to change zoning from Neighborhood Commercial to Regional Commercial for income.

A local property owner is pushing for a zoning change that could bring an auto mechanic shop to North Lee Road, potentially revitalizing a stagnant commercial space.

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Covington City Council approves budget amendments and resolution for hurricane preparedness Council adopts midyear budget adjustments and waives permit requirements for temporary housing.

The Covington City Council is taking bold steps to ensure financial stability and hurricane readiness, highlighting their commitment to community safety and support.

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Sterling Properties proposes CBD designation for hotel and event center renovation Sterling Properties explores CBD option for event center amid concerns over CR zoning.

A crucial zoning decision in Covington could redefine local commerce, as a proposal for a hotel and event center sparks debates over community interests and potential heavy industry.

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