St. Charles Parish · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. Charles Parish public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
CEO transition
The hospital is searching for a permanent CEO, with candidates and an announcement expected by the December meeting.
Ormond Center drainage improvements
Unmarked AT&T lines and owner access requests added $282,632 to the Ormond drainage project. Council members defended the cost as necessary to protect major drainage capacity.
Drainage project funding shifts
More than $700,000 was redirected through amendments toward drainage work — culvert cleaning, bank stabilization, and articulating block mat along the Bayou Gauche canal near Armand Condominiums. Some recreation projects like the gymnasium engineering and Monsanto Linear Park gave up money to fund it.
Tropical Storm Arthur flooding and FEMA response
St. Charles wasn't a primary disaster parish for Tropical Storm Arthur, but businesses and nonprofits here can still apply for SBA economic injury loans through March 30, 2027.
Montz pump stations and drainage investments
President Jewell reported the $32 million Montz pump station projects are on track — Montz No. 1 done in November 2026, No. 2 in January 2027.
Willowdale pump station sump enlargement
Engineers found the parish already owns a drainage servitude, letting the sump be enlarged without touching the golf course. Design work is funded through $351,560 total.