Plaquemines Parish Economic Development and Tourism

06/11/2026

📸 Learning, collaborating, and bringing new ideas home!

Our team recently attended the Keep Louisiana Beautiful Affiliate Regional Meeting, where community leaders from across the state gathered to discuss beautification efforts, litter prevention, illegal dumping enforcement, and ways to strengthen local communities.

We appreciate the opportunity to connect with fellow affiliates and look forward to applying what we've learned to help keep Plaquemines Parish clean, welcoming, and beautiful.

Thank you to Keep Louisiana Beautiful and Keep St. John Beautiful for hosting this informative event and for their continued commitment to improving communities across Louisiana.

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

NAS JRB Joint Reserve Base/Plaquemines Parish Community
Strong partnerships build strong communities.

We want to send a heartfelt thank you to the Stonebridge Golf Club for hosting the Callender Base Commitment Committee's June meeting.

Our mission is to create pathways for better communication and cooperation between the base and the community. By working together, we ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for Plaquemines Parish.

Big news ahead: We are officially in the planning stages for a Spring Military Appreciation Day! This event will be the ultimate celebration of the bond between our residents and our military families.

Want to get involved in the planning or stay updated on the details? Keep an eye on our page for upcoming meeting dates and volunteer opportunities!

05/20/2026

PRESS RELEASE: West Bank and Vicinity Future Levee Lifts Project Agreement Signed

Representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board of Louisiana, the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-West, the Lafourche Basin Conservation Levee and Drainage District, and the Plaquemines Parish Government signed an agreement today to begin preconstruction engineering and design phase for upcoming levee lifts of the Greater New Orleans Hurricane and Storm Damage Risk Reduction System’s West Bank and Vicinity Future Levee Lifts project.

Read the full press release here: https://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Releases/Article/4497339/west-bank-and-vicinity-future-levee-lifts-project-agreement-signed/

Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West
Lafourche Parish Government

05/19/2026

Teaching the next generation about the power of the maritime industry! Industry Days with We Work the Waterways gives students hands-on insight into amazing local career paths. We love seeing our youth explore these opportunities!

05/18/2026

UPDATE: Illegal Dumping Incident Resolved Through Safe Disposal Efforts

Following the March 24 alert from the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry regarding 37 illegally dumped chemical jugs off Walker Road in Belle Chasse, Plaquemines Parish Government took action to protect public safety.

On April 24, 2026, Plaquemines Parish Government firefighters transported the hazardous materials to the designated disposal company at Lafourche Parish Government for proper handling and disposal. By managing transportation in-house, the Parish helped reduce taxpayer expenses while ensuring the chemicals were disposed of safely and in compliance with regulations. Total disposal costs were $975.

Illegal dumping is not a victimless act. It creates costs for taxpayers, threatens our land and water, and pulls parish personnel away from critical services that support our community.
This incident is a strong reminder that protecting Plaquemines Parish takes all of us.

How you can help:
• Report illegal dumping or suspicious activity to Plaquemines Parish Government, local law enforcement, or the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
• For disposal guidance, contact the Plaquemines Parish Solid Waste Department North Office at (504) 934-6990 or South Office at (504) 934-3706.

Plaquemines Parish remains committed to keeping our parish clean, safe, and beautiful.

05/15/2026

This week at BNI, Parish President Keith Hinkley shared how Plaquemines Parish government works together across infrastructure, public services, finance, economic development, and quality-of-life departments to keep our parish moving forward.

It was also a great opportunity to connect with local small businesses and professionals through BNI, a networking group dedicated to building relationships, sharing resources, and supporting the small businesses that help drive our local economy.

Thank you to BNI for fostering collaboration, connection, and conversations that strengthen Plaquemines Parish and support continued growth for our business community.

05/14/2026

⚓ Plaquemines Parish is proud to officially proclaim May 22, 2026 as National Maritime Day, recognizing the people and industries that keep America’s waterways moving.

From transportation and trade to jobs, workforce development, and national security, Plaquemines Parish plays an important role in supporting the maritime industry every day.

We are also proud to recognize We Work the Waterways, a national organization helping connect students, communities, and future generations to maritime careers through education, outreach, and industry partnerships. Plaquemines Parish is honored to proudly serve on the board of We work the We Work the Waterways and support its mission of strengthening maritime awareness and opportunity.

Through education and outreach, We Work the Waterways helps strengthen awareness of maritime careers and inspire the next generation. Today, we celebrate the hardworking men and women on and along our waterways while supporting maritime education and opportunity for the future.

05/11/2026

💙 Plaquemines Parish gathered at Plaquemines Medical Center to honor Eden Serpas and recognize the impact of pediatric organ donation.

The dedication ceremony highlighted how organ donation can save lives and bring hope to families and communities.

Thank you to the Elleanor Claire Memorial Foundation for donating a memorial plaque in Eden’s honor and for their continued work to raise awareness of pediatric organ donation across Louisiana.

If you would like to learn more, support this mission, or find ways to help raise awareness visit https://www.ecmfoundation.org/.