Hammond City Council Agenda – October 13, 2026

HAMMOND CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
312 EAST CHARLES STREET
HAMMOND, LOUISIANA
October 13, 2026
5:30pm

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. ROLL CALL

III. PUBLIC HEARING:

1. An ordinance to approve a Rezoning by Cindy Lozier, on behalf of Thomas Depaula to Rezone 1445 South Morrison Boulevard from RS-11. A to C-H, to match the surrounding property zonings, located in District 3. The Planning and Zoning Commission, hearing no opposition, recommends adoption, (4-0) (Charles Borchers)

HAMMOND CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR AGENDA
312 EAST CHARLES STREET
HAMMOND, LOUISIANA
October 13, 2026
6:00pm or at conclusion of Public Hearing

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. ROLL CALL

III. PRAYER

IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: All veterans and active military, please render the proper salute.

V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approval of Minutes of September 22, 2026 Meeting.

VI. PRESENTATION:

VII. FINAL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE:

1. Final adoption of an ordinance to approve a Rezoning by Cindy Lozier, on behalf of Thomas Depaula to Rezone 1445 South Morrison Boulevard from RS-11. A to C-H, to match the surrounding property zonings, located in District 3. The Planning and Zoning Commission, hearing no opposition, recommends adoption, (4-0) (Charles Borchers)

VIII. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE:

1. Introduction of an ordinance approving a request by David Clemmons to complete a major subdivision and rezoning of adjacent properties to create a single C-N parcel at 1205 North Morrison Boulevard in District 4. The Planning and Zoning Commission, hearing no opposition, recommends adoption, (4-0).  This major subdivision and rezoning are contingent upon Mr. Clemmons producing proof of ownership of associated property that he is acquiring from Don Alack Jr. and Don Alack Sr. Attachment#1 Attachment#2 (Charles Borchers IV)

2. Introduction of an ordinance to amend fees for leases and services at Hammond Northshore Regional Airport by adding a six cents per square foot per month fee for the rental of private apron/ramp. Attachment#1 Attachment#2 (Charles Borchers IV)

IX. RESOLUTIONS:

1. A resolution to accept the proposed health insurance package for calendar year 2027. Attachment#1 Attachment#2 (Henry Powell)

2. A resolution granting the Holy Ghost Parish Fair Committee a waiver of open container law for the Holy Ghost Parish Fair from 4:00-9:00 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2026, from 10:00 am.-9:00 p.m. Saturday, November 7, 2026, and from 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Sunday, November 8, 2026. The event will take place within the boundaries of Northwest Railroad Avenue, West Colorado Street, North Magnolia Street, and the railroad track. (Brittney Reason)

3. A resolution to purchase a commercial swimming pool heater in the amount of $59,205.00 from Mystic Pools. (Charles Borchers)

4. A resolution to purchase 6 dash camera’s for the Hammond Police Department $39,217.26. (Charles Borchers)

5. A resolution to approve Brad’s Restaurant located at 1700 North Morrison Blvd, Hammond, LA 70403 to obtain an alcohol permit for a restaurant and also their 2027 Renewal. The owner is Brad’s Restuarant, LLC. (Charles Borchers)

6. A resolution to approve Annual Alcohol Renewals for 2027. (Charles Borchers)

7. A resolution to accept a $50,175 grant from the Traffic Safety Grant Program for Impaired Driving, Occupant Protection, Speeding, and Juvenile Underage Drinking Enforcement, and authorizing the Mayor or his designee to complete and sign related documents. (Charles Borchers)

8. A resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Creative Engineering Group, LLC in the amount of $59,000 for engineering services associated with and to be paid for by State Appropriation RS-25-676, which provides $600,000 to design, acquire, and install new street lighting in historic downtown Hammond. (Charles Borchers IV)

9. A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the Maintenance Agreement Including Mowing and Litter Pickup for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2027 between the City of Hammond and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. This amendment will provide up to $24,037.50 in additional funding to the City to complete up to 5 additional mowings/litter collections this fiscal year—increasing total funding up to $43,267.50. (Charles Borchers IV)

X. REPORTS:

Mayor:

Council:

XI . ADJOURN:

I, COUNCIL CLERK, LISA COCKERHAM, OF THE HAMMOND CITY COUNCIL, DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE AND FOREGOING WAS POSTED AT THE COUNCIL’S CHAMBERS AT 312 EAST CHARLES STREET, HAMMOND, LOUISIANA, IN ACCORDANCE WITH LA R.S. 42:19, ON OR BEFORE THE 9th Day October 2026 at 4:00pm.

RULES FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

In the interest of fairness and time, the following guidelines are established, relative to public participation and discussion of any agenda item.
1. All persons desiring to speak on a specific agenda item will request the attention of the presiding officer at the time the item is being considered.
2. After recognitions, the participant is requested to give his/her name and address and duly noted in the minutes.
3. All questions and comments are to be addressed to the presiding officer only.
4. There shall be no indulging in personalities. The participant must adhere to the item at hand, and the rules of decorum of the council.
5. When a council member, citizen, elected or appointed public official refuses to adhere to these procedural policies, and the behavior interferes with or disrupts the normal order of business, the presiding officer may eject or request the removal of the disruptive or obstructive party or parties. The presiding officer shall prior to the discussion of a particular item, allow time for the discussion of that item. The Council Clerk shall be the official timekeeper of the Council and shall interrupt discussion to advise the Council that time has expired (three minute time limit for public comment).
Discussion shall cease, and the matter shall then be voted upon forthwith. When called upon for a vote, each council member present shall respond “yes,” “no” or “abstain.” A failure to answer shall be recorded as “abstain.”

Persons needing accommodations or assistance should contact City Council Clerk Lisa Cockerham @ 985-277-5610. Requests should be made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. “You may access the live broadcast of this meeting by visiting https://www.youtube.com/@cityofhammondla”