St. Charles Parish · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. Charles Parish public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Power Plant Expansion
Entergy is spending over $2 billion to add two new power units at its Waterford site in St. Charles Parish. The project promises construction and permanent jobs, a bigger local tax base, and more reliable power. The catch is that nearby residents could see construction disruptions or environmental impacts.
GIS public data hub
St. Charles Parish is rolling out an online GIS hub so you can pull property details and elevation profiles in one place. It’s especially useful if you care about flood risk or just want better local map data without hunting around.
Landfill Expansion
River Birch wants to expand its landfill into St. Charles Parish, which could bring more truck traffic and odor complaints. Local officials now face a big decision about whether to allow it and what conditions to set.
Public Participation Guide
St. Charles Parish released a how-to guide for residents who want to get involved in local government but don’t know where to start. It explains how to show up at meetings and weigh in on parish decisions, making civic participation less intimidating. If you’ve ever wanted to speak up but felt unsure, this is the cheat sheet.
Aviation Board Appointment
St. Charles Parish’s appointee to the New Orleans Aviation Board is drawing attention after saying his push helped get Kenner to pay back taxes. Why care? He’s St. Charles’ voice on a board that makes airport decisions with regional ripple effects, so his clout and priorities matter.