Kenner City Council Meeting April 17, 2026

The Kenner City Council meeting held on April 17, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and contract approvals. Key items included the acceptance of bids and contracts for various city services and projects such as the purchase of human and dog drinking fountains from Swift Recreation LLC for $12,999, a three-year media monitoring subscription with TVEYES Incorporated for $3,600 annually, and street lighting repair and maintenance services awarded to W.J. Bloecher for up to $330,000 annually. The council also approved an amendment to increase the traffic engineering services contract with ITS Regional LLC by $30,000, and accepted a $21,567 contract with Hahn Enterprises for installing scoreboards at Mus Bertolino Playground. Additionally, contracts for drainage maintenance ($1.2 million annually), concrete maintenance ($1.4 million annually), and supply of sodium hypochlorite ($150,000 annually) were approved. A professional services agreement with Digital Engineering & Imaging Inc. for roadway concrete panel replacement was accepted for $191,031. The council also accepted completion of Fire Station 38 construction, clarifying the total project cost and contract details. Budget-related ordinances were introduced, including the operating budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and health insurance policy approvals. The meeting featured discussions on grant acceptance, emergency purchases, and cooperative agreements with Jefferson Parish. Several public works and infrastructure projects were highlighted, including sewer lift station completion and Roosevelt Boulevard roadway repairs. The council unanimously approved all procurement motions and ordinances presented during the meeting.