06102026 IPC JC

The Iberia Parish Government held a meeting on June 10-11, 2026, which included a public hearing and discussions on various budgetary and millage ordinances. Key procurement-related topics included the authorization of a line extension agreement with Cleco Power LLC for the Innovation Boulevard lighting project, funded by an amendment of $247,161 to the 2026 economic development district fund. The council debated several property millage rates for 2026, including those for the general parish fund, public library system, public building maintenance, public health unit, and drainage facilities. Notably, the council approved a millage rate of 3.8 mills for the public library system, lower than the voter-approved 4.5 mills, and discussed the financial challenges of maintaining public buildings and infrastructure, emphasizing the need for potential tax increases to sustain services and capital projects. The meeting also addressed drainage issues and the need for maintenance and spraying of certain parish drainage channels. Several budget amendments were unanimously approved to account for higher than expected sales tax collections and interest earnings across various funds, including solid waste, mosquito control, fire protection, and airport funds. Motions related to these budget adjustments and procurement agreements were passed, while some proposed millage increases failed after debate.