Amite River Basin Conservation Meeting 6 9 26

The Livingston Parish Council held the Amite River Basin Conservation meeting on June 11, 2026, focusing primarily on flood control and watershed restoration projects within the Amite River Basin. Key procurement-related discussions included the allocation of $1 million from the state's annual budget to the Amite River Basin Commission (ARBC) through the Coastal Protection Restoration Authority, and a $4 million capital outlay for upper Amite restoration projects. The council also discussed legislative updates, including new funding sources from HB802 and SB367 for watershed restoration. They addressed ongoing project management efforts, including reimbursement processes and federal grants, notably a $2 million award from the Natural Resource Conservation Service. The council authorized exploring procurement of a program manager consultant to assist with grant paperwork, pre-engineering feasibility studies, and coordination of land acquisition and management related to abandoned sand and gravel mines. Additionally, the council approved amendments to intergovernmental agreements and contract renewals, including a website maintenance contract with a $4,000 annual cap. No contracts were awarded during the meeting, but motions were passed to proceed with procurement planning and budget approvals for 2026-2027.