City of Kenner Budget Meeting for 2022-23 Fiscal Year

The City of Kenner Budget Meeting held on June 9, 2026, involved detailed presentations and discussions on the proposed 2022-23 fiscal year budgets for multiple city departments including Police, Fire, Public Works, Recreation, Planning, Code Enforcement, Emergency Management, and others. Key procurement-related topics included budget increases for the Fire Department to address salary adjustments, recruitment challenges, and capital needs such as new vehicles and equipment. The Fire Department highlighted the need for competitive starting salaries, additional paramedics, and medical sprint units, with discussions on funding sources including general fund transfers and grants. The Public Works Department outlined capital projects like drainage improvements and street reconstructions, with funding largely from grants and millage. The Pontchartrain Center management discussed ongoing renovations and financial impacts due to storm damage. The meeting also covered personnel changes, contract specialist additions, and the need for legal counsel contracts. Several departments noted standstill budgets with minor adjustments, while others requested new positions or funding for equipment and training. The city attorney and deputy city attorney positions were not budgeted pending new administration decisions, indicating forthcoming amendments. Public comments emphasized concerns about firefighter pay and equipment conditions. Overall, the meeting focused on balancing operational needs, capital improvements, personnel costs, and grant funding to support city services and infrastructure.