City of Kenner Council Meeting for June 11, 2026

The City of Kenner Council held a meeting on June 11, 2026, with significant focus on budget discussions and procurement approvals. The council approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget with amendments that included a $2.1 million allocation for the Kenner Police Department, a $250,000 allocation for the Lake Town Amphitheater project, and a $1.5 million increase to the capital budget distributed among council members for capital purchases. A key resolution was passed to reinstate a longstanding 2% cost of living raise for the Kenner Fire Department, addressing ongoing litigation related to firefighter pay and benefits. The council also approved several procurement-related ordinances, including amendments to contracts with Roofing Solutions LLC, WW Granger Incorporated, and agreements for emergency repairs and maintenance services for city infrastructure such as wastewater treatment and generators. Additionally, the council authorized funding for community development programs with a HUD allocation of $519,022. Discussions highlighted the importance of maintaining capital project funding to secure state and federal matching funds and emphasized the need for continued support and improvements within the fire department. The meeting concluded with public comments supporting the fire and police departments and a call for resolution of the firefighter lawsuit through mediation.