Town of Sorrento, Louisiana

06/17/2026

Stay weather aware!
Primary Hazard:
Flooding
Flash Flooding possible in some areas
Locally heavy downpours
Heavier rainbands to the east of the core

Potentially spawning an isolated tornado: later today and into Wednesday night and Thursday.

Winds:
Peak winds will likely max-out in the 40-45 mph range (with higher gusts); worst-case numbers might go 45-55 mph.
significant strengthening is unlikely.

Update:
"reasonable worst-case scenarios" are less than 8" for rain totals over the next 72 hours, with more likely numbers running in the 2" to 5" range for most areas.

MARGINAL Risk for severe storms for portions of Louisiana for today, Thursday, and Friday.

Potential Tropical Cyclone #1 has been upgraded to T.S. Arthur effective today at10 AM. Moving NE at 9 MPH.

Primary hazard concerns remain the same: Possible flooding/flash flooding.

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

The Town of Sorrento is now handling our own permitting process!

If you need a permit, all applications should be submitted online through MGO (My Government Online). You can find the link on our website, www.sorrentola.gov . You will need to create an account first to access all applications. Please be sure to include all required documents and information requested to help process your application as quickly as possible.

You can reach out to the town hall with any questions you may have, and we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you for your patience as we start this new process and continue working to better serve our community!

Welcome to the Town of Sorrento, Louisiana

06/08/2026

Notice Posted: 6-08-2026 4:00 pm

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

A public meeting will be held as follows:

DATE: June 9, 2026
TIME: 6:00 pm
PLACE OF MEETING: Sorrento Community Center
7471 Main St.
Sorrento, La 70778

AGENDA:

Call to order
Invocation
Pledge
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes from last meeting taken May 12, 2026

New Business:
1. Adopt the millage rate(s).
2. Review bills for the month of May 2026
3. Police Report
4. Financial Report
5. Ismael Lopez

6. Recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Board to the Mayor and Council to approve the request for a Minor/Re-Subdivision for Lots 5-A-1-A-1, 5-A-1-A-2, 5-A-1-A-3. 5-A-2-A-1-A, 5-A-2-A-1-B, 5-A-2-A-1-C, AND 5-A-3-A-1 INTO TRACTS P-1, P-2, P-3, P-4, P-5, AND P-6 in the Orange Grove Subdivision, FORMERLY BEING A PORTION OF ORANGE GROVE PLANTATION LOCATED IN SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, RANGE 3 EAST, SOUTHEAST LAND DISTRICT, EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER, ASCENSION PARISH, LOUISIANA, submitted by Quality Engineering & Surveying on behalf of Capitol Development Group, LLC.

7. Recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Board to the Mayor and Council to approve the request for the Major Subdivision Final Plat of Orange Grove Subdivision, Phase 2, First Filing, LOTS 19-22, 71-103, 154-173, TRACTS CA-1, CA-5, CA-6 & CA-7 BEING A PORTION OF ORANGE GROVE PLANTATION, LOCATED IN SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, RANGE 3 EAST, SOUTHEAST LAND DISTRICT, EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER, ASCENSION PARISH, LOUISIANA, submitted by Quality Engineering & Surveying on behalf of Capitol Development Group, LLC. with the following contingencies:
a. Correct the Town of Sorrento approved signer to the mayor

8. Recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Board to the Mayor and Council to approve the request for a Property Exchange of Lots 2-B-2-A & 2-B-3-A on Ruby St. located in section 23, T10S-R3E, Southeastern Land District of the St. Helena Meridian, East of the Mississippi River, Ascension Parish, LA, submitted by Earles and Associates, LLC on behalf of Kimberly A. Kerek and Jerome P. Kerek, Jr.

9. Adjournment

Posted 6/8/2026
Christopher Guidry
(Name of Authorized Person)
Town of Sorrento
(Name of Taxing District)
PO BOX 65, Sorrento, LA 70778
(Address)
225-675-5337
(Telephone Number)
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Paige K. Robert at 225-675-5337 describing the assistance that

06/05/2026

A great way to support your local fire department!

🚒🔥 FIRE DEPARTMENT BBQ FUNDRAISER 🔥🚒

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 13th at 11:00 AM and come support your local fire department with a delicious BBQ Pulled Pork Plate!

📍 Drive-Thru Only
7567 John Leblanc Blvd
Sorrento, LA 70778

Each plate includes:
🥪 BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich on a bun
🥬 Coleslaw
🥔 Chips
🍰 Dessert Cake

🎟️ Presale tickets will be available soon from our department members. You can also message us on Facebook to inquire about purchasing plates or reserving large orders.

🚚 Need lunch for your crew or workplace?
Orders of 15+ plates can be delivered within a reasonable distance from the fire department.

Come out, grab a great meal, and help support your local firefighters and department operations. We appreciate the community’s continued support and look forward to serving everyone on June 13th!

06/01/2026

AGENDA
A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SORRENTO PLANNING COMMISSION, ACTING AS THE SORRENTO ZONING COMMISSION, AND THE SORRENTO BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS, TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026, 6:30 P.M., SORRENTO COMMUNITY CENTER, SORRENTO, LOUISIANA.

1. Pledge of Allegiance

2. Approve the Minutes of the regular meeting on March 3, 2026 & canceled meetings on April 7, 2026 & May 5, 2026.

3. Recommend to the Mayor and Council to approve or deny the request for a Minor/Re-Subdivision for Lots 5-A-1-A-1, 5-A-1-A-2, 5-A-1-A-3. 5-A-2-A-1-A, 5-A-2-A-1-B, 5-A-2-A-1-C, AND 5-A-3-A-1 INTO TRACTS P-1, P-2, P-3, P-4, P-5, AND P-6 in the Orange Grove Subdivision, FORMERLY BEING A PORTION OF ORANGE GROVE PLANTATION LOCATED IN SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, RANGE 3 EAST, SOUTHEAST LAND DISTRICT, EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER, ASCENSION PARISH, LOUISIANA, submitted by Quality Engineering & Surveying on behalf of Capitol Development Group, LLC.

4. Recommend to the Mayor and Council to approve or deny the request for the Major Subdivision Final Plat of Orange Grove Subdivision, Phase 2, First Filing, LOTS 19-22, 71-103, 154-173, TRACTS CA-1, CA-5, CA-6 & CA-7 BEING A PORTION OF ORANGE GROVE PLANTATION, LOCATED IN SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, RANGE 3 EAST, SOUTHEAST LAND DISTRICT, EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER, ASCENSION PARISH, LOUISIANA, submitted by Quality Engineering & Surveying on behalf of Capitol Development Group, LLC.

5. Recommend to the Mayor and Council to approve or deny the request for a Property Exchange of Lots 2-B-2-A & 2-B-3-A on Ruby St. located in section 23, T10S-R3E, Southeastern Land District of the St. Helena Meridian, East of the Mississippi River, Ascension Parish, LA, submitted by Earles and Associates, LLC on behalf of Kimberly A. Kerek and Jerome P. Kerek, Jr.

6. Adjourn

Posted June 1, 2026

05/25/2026

A reminder that the Town Hall will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day to honor and remember those who served.

05/11/2026

AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL, TOWN OF SORRENTO, TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026, at 6:00 P.M., SORRENTO COMMUNITY CENTER, SORRENTO, LOUISIANA.
1. Invocation
2. Pledge
3. Approve minutes from the regular meeting of mayor and council taken Tuesday April 14, 2026
4. Review bills for the month of April 2026
5. Police Report
6. Monthly financial report
7. Public hearing to discuss Ordinance 26-13, An Amendment to Ordinance #25-10, Chapter 18 – BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS, Sec. 18-47. – Fees
8. Vote on ordinance 26-13
9. Public hearing to discuss Ordinance 26-14, An Amendment to Ordinance #25-10, Chapter 18 – BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS, Sec. 18-7. – Contractors licenses generally; surety bonds
10. Vote on ordinance 26-14
11. Public hearing to discuss Ordinance 26-15, amending the 2025-2026 Budget and
adopting the proposed 2027 budget
12. Vote on ordinance 26-15
13. Public hearing to discuss Ordinance 26-16, to establish the fixed annual compensation for the appointed Town Clerk of the Town of Sorrento.
14. Vote on ordinance 26-16
15. Approve DOTD maintenance agreement
16. Condemnation 44324 Melancon St.
17. Discuss and vote on special use permit for Ismael Lopez

Posted 05/11/2026
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Paige K. Robert at 225-675-5337, describing the assistance needed

05/06/2026

The Mayor, Council and Staff of the Town of Sorrento would like to express our condolences to the family of Antoine "AJ" Kling. AJ was one of the first councilmen to serve the Town of Sorrento's residents. He was a dedicated public servant who loved the Town of Sorrento and its residents. He will be greatly missed in our community.

Celebrate the life of Antoine Kling, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Ourso Funeral Home .