Parish President· 2024-01-08 – 2028-01-01 (reelected October 2023, inaugurated January 7, 2024 per L'Observateur; first elected 2019, earlier service not part of this record; month-level end: January 2028 - four-year cycle evidenced by L'Observateur (La Sandra Wilson first term began 2020, second term began January 8, 2024) and Herald Guide (Fisher and Fonseca second terms from 2024); charter text not readable because stcharlesparish.gov is Akamai-denied)
Matthew Jewell
St. Charles Parish
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- Meetings spoken in
- 20
- Total speaking time
- 4:51:54
- Avg per meeting
- 14:36
- Segments
- 3027
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Top issues during term (20)
FY2027 Budget Introduced
A $256.4 million spending plan with the lowest millage rate since 1992, backed by a $131.5 million fund balance carried forward.
Esperanza rezoning and parkway extension
Residents say a needed new pump station near Highway 3127 would cost nearly $11 million and isn't in the budget.
Residential setback and accessory-structure variances
The change could affect nearby property values and public costs for road upgrades, though the parish hasn’t spelled out the price tag.
RAD/Section 18 conversion progress
The conversion involves bond and tax credit applications planned for January 2027, though total dollar figures weren't given.
Flood insurance discounts via CRS Natural Floodplain Function credits
Roughly 20% off full-risk flood premiums for policyholders starting October 2026.
Ormond Center drainage improvements
Adds $282,632.83 to the project cost.
Millage Renewals on November Ballot
Sets parish property tax millage rates for 2026; final adoption August 10.
St. Charles Parish Hospital growth and services
July operating income was just under $2 million, about $1 million favorable to budget, partly driven by infusion growth.
Des Allemands rezonings and former St. Gertrude church redevelopment
No direct parish cost; the changes could bring jobs and commercial activity to west-side Des Allemands.
Summer food and youth center programs
About $10,000 for the initial food order, $9,000 from United Way for facilities, and roughly $15,000 in parish-funded bus service for the summer.
Drainage project funding shifts
Roughly $730,000 redirected into drainage accounts, including $243,099 moved from the East Bank gymnasium engineering line.
Delinquent property maintenance liens shelved
Recovers parish cleanup costs from delinquent property owners rather than the general taxpayer.
Electronic public records fees repealed
Residents and requesters no longer pay per-copy electronic records fees.
Des Allemands boat launch groundbreaking
Contract increases by $149,223.04.
Davis Pond diversion operations and Corps accountability
Costs are fully covered by CPRA funding and reimbursed federally.
Montz pump stations and drainage investments
$32 million combined investment in Montz drainage infrastructure.
Marie Keat Lane servitude dispute
Hospital quality and financial performance
Income from operations beat budget by $300K for September; year-to-date net income is about $10.5 million.
Tropical Storm Arthur flooding and FEMA response
Low-interest SBA working-capital loans are available; homeowners aid is limited to the primary disaster parishes.
Safe Streets for All consulting contract
Borne by the subdivision developer as a project stipulation.
Decisions during term (500)
Recorded while Jewell was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approve 2027 Hospital Service District Board meeting dates
Approve $6,236,118.39 payment to St. Charles Auction and Health System for purchased services
Approve surplus property list
Authorize publication of public notice and bid process for official journal
Approve September 30, 2026 board meeting minutes
Medical staff appointments and reappointments (MEC recommendations)
Approval of Agenda
Approval of September 22, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Acceptance of August 2026 Financial Reports and Deferral of September Reporting
Resolution 26-10-27-01 – Opt Out of Louisiana State Civil Service
Adjournment
Review and Approval of Agenda
Review and Approval of Board Meeting Minutes from September 22, 2026
Approval of Minutes - July 27, 2026
Resolution No. 2026-3 — Lease Agreement and Agreement to Issue Bonds (Rio Morando PILOT)
Resolution No. 2026-4 — Act of Conveyance (Rio Morando LLC)
Resolution No. 2026-5 — Public Records Fee Schedule
Adjournment
Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes – October 12, 2026
2026-0340 Esperanza Plantation rezoning (C-3 to M-1/M-2)
Voting record (1)
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