Ascension Parish Council - August 6, 2026

The Ascension Parish Council meeting held on August 6, 2026, included several procurement and land use discussions. The council approved a resolution to purchase a 1.270-acre parcel of property for $20,000 plus closing costs. They also introduced an ordinance to revoke a 15-foot drainage servitude on a property and accepted a donation of 7.33 acres from Church International to enhance regional stormwater storage and drainage. Additionally, the council voted to revoke abandoned rights of way, returning ownership to CF Industries Bluepoint LLC. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed ordinance to guide the placement and development of high-impact facilities, specifically data centers, in Ascension Parish. Public speakers expressed concerns about environmental impacts, water and electricity usage, noise pollution, and community effects. The council emphasized that no data center applications are currently pending, but they seek to establish clear zoning and environmental guidelines proactively before any applications are submitted. The ordinance will undergo further review by the planning and zoning commission and include public input before final adoption.