New Iberia City Council Meeting May 5, 2026

The City of New Iberia held a City Council meeting on May 5, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed and voted on. Key procurement actions included awarding contracts for the Victory and Preuse Street Sewer Improvements Project to Domain Zabo and Associates Inc., the Lake Toss Kool-Aid Cleaning Project to Iberia Aggregates and Construction Materials LLC, and the Highland Area Drainage Improvements Project to Triumph Construction LLC. The council also authorized termination of a professional services agreement with Archon Information Systems LLC (Civic Source) and discussed seeking alternative vendors for adjudicated property management to reduce fees and improve sales. Budget amendments were introduced to appropriate funds for legal fees related to the Municipal Police and Fire Civil matter and to make payments to the Iberia Parish School Board for electronic speed enforcement. Additionally, the council introduced an ordinance to sell city-owned real estate to BGNI LLC for $325,000, with proceeds intended to support the general fund and obligations to the school board. Discussions also included proposed increases to city council benefits and salaries, with considerations for timing relative to upcoming elections. Public comments highlighted community youth engagement initiatives seeking funding. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing infrastructure projects, managing city property and contracts, and addressing compensation policies.