St. Bernard Parish · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Parish housing market rebound
The quarterly report shows St. Bernard leading the metro area: prices up 8.4%, sales up 16%, new construction at 12% of sales, but a two-speed market with affordable homes selling in 21 days and rentals over $2,000 flying off the shelf while cheaper units sit.
Save Our Shrimpers Act support
The council backed a federal bill supporting the shrimping industry, a pillar of the local seafood economy, at the Louisiana Shrimp Association's request.
Food truck operations in business districts
A new ordinance would let food trucks operate in commercial districts from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., sponsored by a Parish restaurant. Board members questioned whether 9 p.m. is too early for events like pool tournaments, and clarified 24-hour facilities like the refinery could host trucks outside the ordinance.