City of Kenner Council Meeting for May 22, 2026

The City of Kenner Council meeting held on May 22, 2026, included extensive discussions on budgetary matters, particularly concerning the fire department's budget and compensation. Council members unanimously approved a one-meeting deferral to allow more time to resolve issues related to firefighter pay increases and budget amendments, with a target to finalize by June 11, 2026. The council also approved multiple procurement actions, including awarding contracts for signage installation, roofing services, aluminum supplies, playground demolition, and various wastewater department equipment and services, with contract amounts ranging from approximately $15,000 to $750,000 annually. Additionally, the council accepted a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for police overtime and approved amendments to existing contracts to increase spending limits. Public comments addressed concerns about the 287G agreement between local police and ICE, highlighting its economic and community impact. Overall, the meeting focused on procurement approvals for city infrastructure and services, budget deliberations for public safety personnel, and community concerns related to law enforcement policies.