# City of Kenner Council Meeting for September 18, 2026


**Body:** Kenner Communications
**Date:** September 17, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety, Physical Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles


The City of Kenner Council Meeting held on September 18, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of contracts and cooperative endeavor agreements for infrastructure and beautification projects funded by state treasury money, totaling approximately $350,000. The council approved an agreement with Gibbs Construction LLC for program management services related to the Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center renovations, with a contract amount not to exceed $100,000. Additionally, ordinances were introduced for environmental inspection services, roof replacement at the Office of Motor Vehicles, purchase of Microsoft Surface laptops under state contract, and agreements for upgrades at local playgrounds and the Pontchartrain Center. The council also discussed capital budget corrections and approved amendments related to the Lake Town Amphitheater project. Significant attention was given to the Pontchartrain Center's roof and HVAC system repairs, with a budget of over $3.6 million for renovations, funded through capital and facility budgets rather than the general fund. The council addressed issues related to abandoned vehicles, brake tag enforcement repeal, and the redevelopment challenges of the Esplanade Mall property, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts to improve city infrastructure and economic development. Motions and resolutions passed included budget amendments, contract awards, and cooperative agreements with state agencies to support local projects. No new bids were opened during the meeting, but several contract awards and budget appropriations were approved to advance ongoing capital improvement projects.

**Source:** Kenner Communications