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The ordinance (calendar number 7933) was moved by Councilwoman Tanner and seconded by Councilman Rolling and carried without recorded opposition.

Why this matters: When the parish accepts a state road through the transfer program, DOTD can provide a maintenance credit that the parish may apply to projects. Daniel Hill, the parish director of engineering, told the council that “the state essentially gives you a credit that would they would have applied to maintenance of that roadway for a 10 year period and can apply that credit towards moving along projects on state roads within Saint Tammany Parish.”

Councilman Jimmy Bender questioned the broader policy implications, saying he was concerned the state could shift many small state roads to parishes by offering credits and asking why the state was not funding its highways adequately. Bender said he supported the transfer in this instance but urged the parish’s state representatives to press for more state funding for roads.

Administration and staff explained the transfer is negotiated on a case‑by‑case basis and often targets short state spurs or small sections better managed at the parish level. The parish cited recent examples such as work on Isabelle Swamp Road and a prior Covington transfer where credits were applied to local projects.

Outcome and next steps: The council adopted the ordinance to take LA 1129 into the parish system; staff said they will apply any available credit per the state formula to parish road projects and report back on implementation details and cost implications.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","St. Tammany Parish Council Meeting : September 4, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The council passed an ordinance to accept State Route LA 1129 into parish maintenance, and the parish engineer said DOTD provides a 10‑year credit that can be applied toward road projects; council members raised questions about long‑term state funding levels.","taxTitle","St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana","taxId",4368,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6130239,"Council extends multiple development moratoriums citing drainage and water concerns",1876,3723000,5599000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5740815-f5068fb5096a5d09aab312ea15ede13f&start=3723&end=5599","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5740815-f5068fb5096a5d09aab312ea15ede13f/thumbnail_3723000.jpg","/articles/6130239/St-Tammany-Parish/Louisiana/Council-extends-multiple-development-moratoriums-citing-drainage-and-water-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6130239-90c405e45c31d521347e8b8f8e54b3d8/orig.mp4?Expires=1770678619&Signature=BCVG-M1RObtfmZy7ZEmbhYpOcKL~aZ3mR74iBSCLFNEuC33QkxcLrDy5eGtBIOZanA-Ig4hwknEv2IzjCfvK5W6rczERB0Cuds-gKResA0Yarqg-T0VmBuLgFsyoZDjiPqQSVIbvn6W7MRg4rYhfyQs7~ODygLxC38JvcnhBB10BmK-NPXntzEmyG8y6QR0JvWTwdPB4HjHkxf55io4fRriAVrbrUtDCfaN8Ki73wUGnXZNwLhDflnsZks4oaYhnDpDhNG8MeZInpsIAjsxcVElBOW2xXkZPX~cjpKptVMoCxX0AyX0GQybiLK42o8d2HJrhJCVo48~Vb3QUNqUp6A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Saint Tammany Parish Council introduced and in some cases extended six‑month moratoriums on new building submissions and permits for several targeted neighborhoods, citing ongoing drainage projects and water‑supply issues.

Among the items introduced were ordinances to extend moratoriums for areas including the Saint Tammany Ford subdivision (ordinance 7942), Forest Glen subdivision (ordinance 7943) and an area bounded by Eleventh Street, Harrison Avenue, Highway 59 and adjacent roads (ordinance 7944). Council members said the measures are intended to pause new construction to allow administration and public works to complete drainage and infrastructure work.

Council members described the moratoria as limited, targeted pauses rather than parish‑wide building bans. Officials said the intent is to prevent additional construction that could worsen drainage or outpace water‑supply improvements already in progress. One council member summarized the purpose as slowing development while critical drainage work continues; administration confirmed the moratoria aim to protect recently planned infrastructure investments.

Actions and procedure: The council introduced the listed ordinances and moved several forward with motions and seconds on the floor. Where required, motions to introduce or extend the moratoria were seconded and recorded; later related resolutions that were not covered by the moratorium were removed from the agenda after staff confirmed they were not subject to the restrictions.

Other agenda items related to development included postponement of an ordinance accepting a finalized condominium subdivision (Bridal Gardens) to allow additional work by Public Works and administration.

What’s next: Each moratorium is time‑limited (six months as introduced) and subject to further council action; planning and public works staff will continue infrastructure work in the affected areas while the moratoria remain in effect.","The council introduced and extended several six‑month moratoriums on new construction or permits in specific subdivisions and neighborhoods to allow drainage and water‑supply work to proceed.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6130243,"Developer agrees to remove proposed cut‑through road in Maison Du Village appeal",336,1864000,2200000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5740815-f5068fb5096a5d09aab312ea15ede13f&start=1864&end=2200","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5740815-f5068fb5096a5d09aab312ea15ede13f/thumbnail_1864000.jpg","/articles/6130243/St-Tammany-Parish/Louisiana/Developer-agrees-to-remove-proposed-cutthrough-road-in-Maison-Du-Village-appeal","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6130243-79fc32ffb5d9ef6a1390f3a1cb7e3977/orig.mp4?Expires=1770678619&Signature=TWbvIUJpjgkwGGE2G-7e0rTSteulK3dnct3hZa2JHWgzepd~cI-S3dj~6k3vjTvISKK0VaqRUIy8nMWMf9kQuDlJgnvpQLMerEzE8WMCHzz5l1VuZ3uuyXAlreh9fEIjxoWWAUdRomvikkvyc20gMCrrsCW4Gn3V2IAbokfMVtKKIKwmTZTaCqBIGZwY02ax9GKoigJxR0E0O6GVtJlJ-eEdKGo8fJmYhfLkvCd15k5fIE8dJSNsFEmWx8gv2BzfB0EPdvPQD5DtvEwC66nvcsz4Llrh4wUvGQyY94kRwfK5~MClv5HbUompcZN-lfq7CJAfxhlgzJ6k576oyUJPVw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Saint Tammany Parish Council on a Sept. meeting voted to concur with the planning commission’s approval of the Maison Du Village preliminary subdivision plat after the developer agreed to remove a proposed cut‑through road linking the new subdivision to Timber Ridge.

Why this matters: Residents who live on nearby Silver Road had raised traffic and safety concerns if the subdivision’s only access were placed on Silver Road. The agreement preserves a narrower access pattern and reduces immediate pressure on the private two‑lane road, residents said.

Councilman Laughlin told the council he had discussed the issue with both the appellant and the developer and said, “The developer has agreed not to build the road, and I’ve also confirmed with the administration who are in agree with it.” Appellant Candace Pollan told the council the cut‑through road was her primary concern and said removing it would satisfy her appeal.

Resident Karen Tyson described Silver Road as “a private pretty much … just a little 2 lane gravel road that they paved over,” and said the street “barely holds the traffic from that school,” recounting difficulty exiting her driveway during school hours.

Action and vote: Councilman Laughlin moved to concur with the planning commission’s approval of the preliminary subdivision plat on the condition the developer revise the plat to remove the proposed cut‑through road and designate the area as green space; the motion was seconded by Councilwoman O’Brien and carried unanimously.

What’s next: The developer must revise the preliminary plat to remove the cut‑through link and mark that area as green space as a condition of the council action. Further subdivision approvals or permits will follow the revised plat review.","The council concurred with the planning commission on the Maison Du Village preliminary plat after the developer agreed not to build a planned cut‑through road; the council’s vote included a condition to designate the area as green space.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6130248,"Council delays Library Board appointment after heated public comments",0,2450000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5740815-f5068fb5096a5d09aab312ea15ede13f&start=2450&end=2450","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5740815-f5068fb5096a5d09aab312ea15ede13f/thumbnail_2450000.jpg","/articles/6130248/St-Tammany-Parish/Louisiana/Council-delays-Library-Board-appointment-after-heated-public-comments","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6130248-f5861ae863517d873d95fa6159a3f9f6/orig.mp4?Expires=1770678619&Signature=E1qPieyBa51qqTbfHA5CUpkI~UxSn0Hp00-r20-5Jpj7EJwMWM0Nnl60WSl8aK08LtkQZmW8azSBtEMiOlnkWt83nhB5~4ZEwlBxoQDT0WdnVd4~q2IJGL1APh0sdeEke2TqRgprb4rvyAj4d2Yiwn22Zd1qQ2FS21eFEDD3QvuBuxXBD0ItHElEIJLxEW8aIqcvD4U7EBsENtgpbItdn58bOdCzMNyr74jO4lxZCDxxf0oubTjRVB7yLKG6DgZ2fvGFM-NJFl2QplXbA8PCDifnWkAWKB6opEUGbxnuBKeJVqlkaHt-AEodO1QYM6CLU-i~X2HlQFBOF9Z3w9W1HA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Saint Tammany Parish Council on a September meeting closed nominations for a vacancy on the Library Board of Control but deferred the appointment for a one‑month layover after extended public comment and competing nominations.

The delay followed public testimony from residents and nominees that highlighted deep disagreement about the library board’s direction and allegations of outside political influence. Jamie Segura, a Covington resident who spoke during the nomination period, asked, “Could it be the Slidell Ministers Association has undue influence over members of the council and the LBOC?” and urged the council to consider broader community representation.

Why this matters: The Library Board of Control oversees library policy and collection decisions that affect children and public programming in the parish. Several speakers said recent turnover and board actions have damaged trust between the board and parts of the public.

Several nominees introduced themselves during the public comment period. Penny Petri, who identified herself as a retired teacher and school librarian, described 24 years working in parish schools and said she would bring library management experience. Lisa Rustemeyer said she was concerned about “dysfunction and toxicity” on the board and urged the council to appoint someone who would prioritize library operations and professionals. Resident Devin McGee criticized board behavior toward public commenters and said the board “deserves someone who won't snidely prevent the public from having the board hear out concerns.” Lorraine Norman Kinchin and other nominees also spoke about community service and qualifications.

Council procedure and outcome: Council members opened the floor to nominations and received multiple nominees. No final appointment was made; the council agreed to a one‑month layover to allow additional vetting and interviews. The council chair closed nominations and directed that the appointment proceed after the layover.

What’s next: With the layover, the council said it will revisit the appointment at a future meeting; in the meantime the incumbents continue to serve under existing rules.

Ending: The council also asked members of the public to refrain from personal attacks during the interim review process and encouraged participation in the upcoming interview period.","The Saint Tammany Parish Council closed nominations but deferred selecting a new Library Board of Control member for one month after citizens voiced concerns about political influence and board dysfunction.","actionData","errors"]

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