Ascension Parish Council - June 18, 2026

The Ascension Parish Council held a meeting on June 18, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. A notable item was the recognition of a $150,000 donation from Shell Chemical Geysmer to local volunteer fire departments for purchasing emergency response equipment, including Lucas CPR devices and a rescue vehicle. The council also approved a budget amendment allocating $350,000 for the purchase of radios for Fire District Number Three. Additionally, the council discussed and voted on ordinances related to land use and development, including the removal of an outdated master plan appendix from the Unified Land Development Code, though some members expressed concerns about the implications for future development and infrastructure planning. The council also approved the revocation of abandoned rights of way. Motions related to these budget and ordinance items were passed without objection, and a 60-day extension was granted to a property owner regarding condemnation proceedings to secure a structure.