Council agrees to put Mosquito Abatement millage renewal on June ballot after board request and public pushback At the Mosquito Abatement Board’s request, the council approved a resolution to put a 10-year renewal of the district’s special tax on the June 27, 2026 ballot. Public commenters urged delay pending state legislation; a board commissioner asked the council to reduce the millage to 2.95 mills and said the agency expects to maintain service with lower rates.

The St. Tammany Parish Council has greenlit a controversial vote to renew the Mosquito Abatement District tax, but residents are raising concerns about trust and timing.

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State highway office defends fast-track Highway 36 bridge rebuild, pledges barricades to curb detour traffic Archie Jaison, executive director of the Office of Louisiana Highway Construction, told the St. Tammany Parish Council the LA 36 bridge was delivered quickly as part of a 62‑bridge program and that large Type 3 barricades and 'local traffic only' signs will be installed at the Highway 36/Horseshoe Island Road intersection to reduce detour traffic.

The LA 36 bridge project went from concept to traffic in just 135 days, but residents are raising concerns about the surge in detour traffic on narrow local roads.

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Parish utilities director details $120M-plus utility work and timelines for wastewater and water consolidation Director Chris Tissue told the committee the parish has spent about $120 million on utilities infrastructure in recent years, much of it grant-funded; he outlined multiple wastewater consolidation and water-sector projects with phased timelines, grant and loan funding, and targeted construction windows through 2027.

St. Tammany Parish is making waves with a $120 million investment in wastewater and water consolidation, transforming how we manage our resources for a sustainable future.

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Parish urged to stay engaged as Corps study and federal funds move forward for $6B levee program and Lake Pontchartrain barrier study Mark Wingate and parish staff briefed the committee on two large flood-risk efforts: a Corps-led levee and elevation program authorized by WRDA and an early-stage Lake Pontchartrain barrier feasibility study; Wingate said initial cost-share funds are moving to the Corps and warned parish involvement is critical to shape project outcomes and timetables.

A $6 billion flood-risk initiative is on the horizon, but local engagement is crucial to ensure it meets community needs!

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Traffic detour nearly quintuples on Horseshoe Island Road after Highway 36 bridge work; parish rolls out signage, shoulder repairs After a Highway 36 bridge closure, parish traffic counts on Horseshoe Island Road rose from about 355 to about 1,888 average daily trips, officials said; the parish refreshed no-through-truck signage, added chevrons, and plans shoulder stabilization and coordination with enforcement while longer-term fixes await the state bridge project.

Traffic on Horseshoe Island Road has skyrocketed nearly fivefold due to a bridge closure on Highway 36, raising serious safety concerns for local residents.

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Saint Tammany council splits on Mosquito Abatement appointments after heated public testimony Council debated reappointments and new nominees to the parish Mosquito Abatement District after extensive public testimony about scientific expertise, fiscal management and past legal disputes; one nominee (Bill Yacht) was appointed and the second seat was postponed for one month.

The Saint Tammany Parish Council faced a fiery debate over mosquito control appointments, balancing the need for scientific expertise with demands for fiscal oversight.

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St. Tammany Parish breaks ground on $3 million fortified fishing pier project St. Tammany Parish President Mike Cooper said construction has begun on a $3,000,000 project to rebuild and fortify the Lake Pontchartrain fishing pier damaged by Hurricane Ida; FEMA is providing $2,500,000 and the parish $500,000. Completion is expected early next year and the pier will be open to the public 24/7.

St. Tammany Parish is investing $3 million to rebuild and fortify its fishing pier, turning past storm damage into a safer, 24/7 recreation spot for everyone.

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Parish introduces emergency budget items to advance DOTD sidewalk projects requiring upfront funding Parish staff told the council DOTD put two TAP sidewalk projects out to bid but requires the parish to sign construction contracts and pay full construction up front; council introduced capital amendments and a transfer to fund roughly $2.1 million in construction while DOTD will reimburse approximately 80% by invoice.

St. Tammany Parish faces a financial challenge as it must fund two significant sidewalk projects upfront, hoping to recover 80% later—will the council act in time to avoid delays?

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After hours of deadlocked votes, Council elects Rick Smith vice chair in late-night shift Following more than a dozen tie tallies and failed attempts to reopen nominations, the St. Tammany Parish Council elected Rick Smith as vice chair by a late verbal vote after a prolonged debate over procedure and whether to postpone or open the floor.

After a marathon of tie votes and heated debates, the St. Tammany Parish Council finally elected Rick Smith as vice chair in a dramatic late-night showdown.

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Parish council overturns zoning denial for Lacombe parcel after developer drops density, introduces S1 ordinance After months of neighborhood pushback, the council voted unanimously to overturn a zoning commission denial and introduced an ordinance to rezone a 22.32-acre Lacombe tract from its prior request to S2 to a reduced S1, following a developer compromise and sustained public concern about traffic and drainage.

In a surprising turn of events, the St. Tammany Parish Council voted to rezone a controversial Lacombe property, easing density concerns but igniting fierce community debate over traffic and drainage impacts.

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Commission backs removal of resilience overlay for New Orleans Mission pantry, amid commission concerns about precedent The commission voted to recommend removal of a resilience (RES) overlay for a small parcel used by the New Orleans Mission pantry so the organization can replace a deteriorating building; commissioners debated precedent and asked that engineering criteria be confirmed before council action.

The New Orleans Mission's pantry, vital for 40,000 people, is one step closer to replacing its crumbling building, but concerns about procedural precedents loom large.

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Commission recommends denial of large Lake Ramsey Road rezoning after heavy public opposition on traffic, flooding and sewage The Planning Commission denied a developer's request to rezone roughly 88–93 acres along Lake Ramsey Road and Highway 25 to allow a suburban subdivision after residents and advocates raised concerns about traffic safety, flood risk, sewage capacity and loss of rural character.

The Planning Commission's recent denial of a controversial rezoning proposal has sparked fierce debate over traffic, flooding, and sewage concerns in St. Tammany Parish.

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Council overturns Donovan zoning denial, delays larger Pew Road rezoning for public meeting The council unanimously overturned a planning commission denial allowing the Donovans to subdivide 10 acres, while postponing a contested Pew Road rezoning for 30 days to hold a community meeting on density, drainage and road impacts.

The St. Tammany Parish Council has made waves by approving a family subdivision while delaying a contentious rezoning request that could impact local drainage and school capacity.

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Planning commission approves amendment to resilience overlay to allow administrative waivers and clarify 3‑foot elevation standard The commission amended Chapter 400, section 407 (RES1/RES2 overlays) to permit an administrative process for removing overlay construction standards when properties do not meet mapped criteria, and clarified that buildings must be 36 inches above base flood elevation when applicable, or otherwise 36 inches above the road center line.

St. Tammany Parish just made it easier for property owners to bypass strict construction standards, saving time and money on unnecessary zoning hurdles!

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St. Tammany Council adopts 2026 budget after heated debate over public‑safety and mental‑health cuts The Saint Tammany Parish Council adopted a 2026 operating budget Dec. 4 after hours of public comment and council debate over 30% cuts to parts of the criminal justice system and proposed reductions to mental‑health funding; the measure passed 9‑5.

The Saint Tammany Parish Council adopted a controversial budget that slashes funding for mental health services and public safety, igniting fierce community backlash.

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Photo of ten (10) people outside the old Covington, Louisiana 22nd JDC Court House on Boston Street/Highway 21, Friday, December 12 during afternoon traffic holding signs (all black with white lettering in all capitals and one white sign with black lettering) including: Signs of Fascism (the one white sign with black lettering); Threats to Free Speech; Illegally Detaining Without Due Process; Rewriting History; Criminalizing Anti-Fascist Ideology, Appointing Incompetent Loyalists; Using the Military on US Citizens; and, Replacing Science with Ideology. Photo by Annie Spell taken Friday December 12, 2025 around 5pm.

Signs of Fascism in ruby red, Covington, LA, St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana - the backyard of Steve Scalise, Bill Cassidy and John (not the good one) Kennedy.

More honks in agreement this afternoon than ever before.
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St. Tammany planners postpone LA 3241 overlay after residents raise density and buffer concerns Planning staff outlined proposed overlay rules for LA 3241 — a 20‑mile controlled‑access corridor — including a 50‑foot scenic buffer, conservation‑subdivision standards and limits on “small box” stores; after public concern the commission postponed action to February for revisions.

St. Tammany Parish planners have hit the brakes on a crucial zoning overlay for LA 3241 after residents raised alarms over density and environmental concerns.

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#antoinemassey, one of the 10 men who escaped the #orleansparishjail in May, was convicted of rape and kidnapping in #sttammanyparish on Wednesday. the jury found Massey, 32, guilty on all charges. The counts include first-degree rape, second-degree kidnapping, domestic abuse battery

Planning commission: summary of actions — approvals and denials The commission approved most routine rezoning requests and a conditional use permit for a commercial excavation (40-acre lake), and denied two high-profile rezonings: the Lacombe S‑2 request and the LA‑437 HC‑3 wedding‑venue request. The transcript records motions and 'motion carries' statements but does not include roll-call vote tallies.

St. Tammany Parish's Planning & Zoning Commission made waves by approving several rezoning requests while denying two controversial projects that sparked public outcry.

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Council adopts revised septic‑inspection ordinance after hours of debate and technical briefings After a lengthy public hearing that included technical briefings from parish environmental staff and a Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality engineer, the council adopted a revised ordinance requiring prioritized septic inspections and compliance measures. The vote was 8‑5 with one absence.

The St. Tammany Parish Council just voted to implement a crucial septic inspection ordinance after intense public debate, aiming to protect local waterways and assist low-income homeowners.

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St. Tammany leaders and residents urge fixes as council delays 2026 budget amid public‑safety shortfall After hours of public comments from judges, the sheriff, the district attorney, and community advocates, the St. Tammany Parish Council voted unanimously to postpone action on the 2026 operating and capital budgets to give leaders more time to plan for a projected shortfall in funding for the jail, district attorney and courts.

St. Tammany Parish Council faces a critical decision as public safety advocates warn that proposed budget cuts could jeopardize vital law enforcement and judicial services.

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Finance committee forwards five budget and capital ordinances to full council By voice vote, the finance committee sent five ordinances — operating amendment for animal services and coroner adjustments; capital amendments for Sales Tax District 3 projects, coastal restoration; animal services capital; and a grants amendment — to the full council for final consideration.

The St. Tammany Parish Finance Committee just moved five key ordinances forward, including crucial funding for animal services and coastal restoration projects!

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Committee forwards proposed 2026 operating budget to full council after line‑item questions After questions about audit funding, Home Rule Charter outreach, polling‑site research and office renovations, the committee voted to refer the proposed 2026 operating budget to the full St. Tammany Parish Council for final action.

The St. Tammany Parish Finance Committee has sparked a heated debate over the proposed 2026 budget, raising questions about substantial increases and key funding shifts.

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Port of New Orleans Expands Federal Trade Zone to St. Tammany Parish Excerpt: #PortNOLA gains #USCommerce approval to expand its #FederalTradeZone into #StTammanyParish, strengthening trade access, reducing import duties, and boosting regional competitiveness across #Louisiana’s growing logistics network........

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Parish releases 2026 proposed budget with $180.8M in revenues; Sales Tax District 3 funds drive capital spending Finance staff presented a $180.8 million proposed 2026 budget that relies heavily on restricted sales-tax revenue, shows a general fund shortfall, and proposes $53 million in capital spending largely funded by Sales Tax District 3.

St. Tammany Parish's proposed 2026 budget hits $180.8 million, but will restricted sales tax revenue put critical infrastructure projects at risk?

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Parish staff list professional services and studies in 2026 operating requests, including comprehensive water and sewer plans At the budget meeting, parish staff summarized 2026 professional services requests across departments: a parish‑wide sewer utility plan, a water utility plan underway, assessor and district attorney expenses that are passed through, animal services programs, and technology and grants support.

Parish staff are pushing for a comprehensive sewer utility plan and vital funding for water studies as they gear up for the 2026 operating budget—are we ready for these essential changes?

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St. Tammany engineers, public works outline $2026 road, bridge and drainage priorities Parish engineering and public works directors presented the bulk of the 2026 capital and operations requests Tuesday, highlighting major roadway rehabilitations, bridge load‑rating work, a $11.5 million French Branch pond construction and staffing constraints that slow delivery.

St. Tammany Parish is gearing up for a transformative $2026 capital program, tackling critical road, bridge, and drainage projects, but facing major staffing and permitting challenges.

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Saint Tammany Parish Council Approves 2026 Budget with Major Infrastructure Investments Council allocates over $53M for roads and drainage in 2026 budget approval.

The St. Tammany Parish Council's recent meeting unveiled crucial plans for community engagement and hinted at significant discussions to come!

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Council Reviews Critical Environmental Ordinance and Proposed Moratorium Amendments Council discusses a vital environmental ordinance and a moratorium affecting several lots.

A passionate plea for a groundbreaking environmental ordinance at St. Tammany Parish Council could change the future of the community and its natural resources.

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