Kenner City Council Meeting April 2, 2026

The Kenner City Council held a meeting on April 2, 2026, during which several procurement and contracting matters were addressed. The council approved multiple contracts and bids, including an $82,275 contract with Precision PSI, LLC for wastewater pump replacement, an $800,000 renewal contract for fleet management equipment purchases, and roof repairs awarded to Coleman Roofing and Construction Gonzales LLC. Additional contracts included HVAC unit installations, cleaning and flushing of subsurface drain lines, LED lighting for playgrounds, and street lighting repair services. Notably, the council authorized the purchase of a $415,720 armored tactical response vehicle from Lenco Industries for the police department. All procurement items were approved unanimously. The meeting also included discussions on budget reports, capital improvement projects such as the Roosevelt Boulevard roadway repairs, and policy considerations regarding brake tag vehicle inspections and related state legislation, which could impact future vehicle safety and insurance compliance requirements in Kenner.