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Committee Meeting June 16, 2026
Published: Jun 16, 2026
Council Approves Amendments for Wastewater Grants and Liquor Licenses
The council agenda was amended to include resolutions related to a $2 million Louisiana Community Development Block Grant (LCDBG) for the Wastewater Department. This grant was recently approved and requires timely action due to time constraints. The council also amended the agenda to consider two Class A/B retail beer and liquor license applications for Toucan Crowley LLC (Toucan's Casino and Fast Stop). Further agenda amendments included resolutions to authorize four city employees to sign request for payment forms for the LCDBG grant and to establish a separate non-interest-bearing checking account for the LCDBG program. An additional resolution was added to consider the approval of a fiscal year 26 Delta Regional Authority State Economic Development Assistance Program grant application for wastewater treatment plant improvements and sludge removal. The Mayor explained the $2 million LCDBG grant, awarded last year, is for adding a treatment unit to meet strict ammonia nitrogen limitations, costing $2.8 million in total, with the grant covering $2 million.
Resident Alleges Councilman Morton Engaged in Harassment; Requests Censorship
During the Public Comment section, Katie Alamo, a resident and local business owner, addressed the council regarding Councilman Vernon Step Morton's conduct. Alamo alleged that Morton has used his public platform to target, attack, and harass individuals who disagree with him, citing personal experiences of ridicule, public embarrassment, and online criticism. She stated she has filed a complaint with the Louisiana Board of Ethics and contacted law enforcement, and has submitted a public records request for Morton's communications over the past five years. Alamo requested the council consider issuing a censorship against Councilman Morton for behavior deemed unbecoming and detrimental to public participation. She provided documentation including a formal request for censorship and details about Morton's alleged nonprofit activities. Following Alamo's statement, Mr. Martin responded, accusing Alamo of being infatuated with Morton and stating that her business issues were not due to Morton but due to her own public perception. He also referenced her involvement with "Crowley One."
Michael Aguilar Appointed Recreation Director; Hiring Process Questioned
The City Council considered the resignation of Recreation Director Brian Borrell, effective May 28th, 2026, and approved his resignation. Subsequently, a motion was made and approved to appoint Mr. Michael Aguilar as the new Recreation Director, effective June 1st, 2026. During the discussion, Councilman Martin questioned if the position had been advertised and noted that Aguilar had already started working before council confirmation. The Mayor clarified that he has the right to choose and recommend individuals for positions, and that the council's role is to approve the appointment. Martin expressed concern that the hiring preceded council approval.
Zoning Committee Meets with No Action; Discussion on Nonprofit Status for MLK Center Fee Waiver
The Zoning and Annexation Committee convened, but a quorum was not initially present, later corrected to indicate a quorum was present. City Engineer Tim Mader presented the monthly engineer's report, which included no action items. There were also no non-action items, and no further business, leading to the committee's recess. The minutes noted an item regarding the approval of the City of Crowley co-sponsoring Miss Jeanette Shepherd and Homeland Civic and Social Organization for their annual Family Day picnic, involving waiving the fee for the use of the MLK Center pending proof of nonprofit status. This item was on the agenda for the main council meeting and was discussed under Public Buildings. Mr. Martin raised concerns about the requirement for a tax ID number, questioning its necessity given past practices and suggesting it was being scrutinized due to Councilman Morton. The need for a tax ID number was explained as an auditor's requirement for waiving public building fees, which constitutes giving away tax dollars. The motion to approve pending proof of nonprofit status carried.
Utility Committee Approves Wastewater Improvement Grants and Related Resolutions
The Utility Committee convened and approved a resolution authorizing a grant application to the Delta Regional Authority for DEQ-mandated improvements to the wastewater treatment facility, specifically phase three excavation of the East Marsh. This application is separate from the $2 million LCDBG grant. The committee also approved a resolution granting Mayor Chad Monso authority to sign LCDBG grant documents and authorizing Mater Engineering Inc. to proceed with grant administration. The Mayor and Engineer explained the $2 million LCDBG grant, awarded previously, is for adding a treatment unit to meet strict ammonia nitrogen limitations, with a total project cost of $2.8 million. The committee also approved a resolution authorizing four city officials to sign request for payment forms for the LCDBG Program and a resolution establishing a separate non-interest-bearing checking account for the program. Another resolution was approved for submitting a fiscal year 2026 Delta Regional Authority State Economic Development Assistance Program grant application for wastewater treatment plant improvements and sludge removal. The engineer noted an additional water sector grant for $1.8 million for addressing overflows in the gravity system, bringing the potential total grant money for DEQ-mandated improvements to approximately $3.3 million.
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