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City Council 6-23-26
Published: Jun 23, 2026
City Council Approves Residential Ordinance Updates and Ridley's Property Rezoning
The city council considered and approved proposed text changes to the residential ordinances, specifically addressing lot width for corner lots and sideyard setbacks for interior lots. These changes aim to provide more flexibility in lot utilization while maintaining city standards. Additionally, a rezoning request for the Ridley's property was approved to consolidate zoning classifications and align with the general plan. This rezoning is intended to facilitate potential future expansion of the Ridley's grocery store and avoid conflicts arising from mixed zoning designations on a single property. The proposed changes were discussed and vetted by the planning commission, with no public opposition noted. The council also discussed the potential impacts of these changes, including improved lot usability for features like RV pads and streamlined development processes.
City Council Approves Rezoning for Ridley's and McDonald's Properties to General Commercial
The Morgan City Council reviewed and approved Ordinance 2609, which rezones approximately 3 acres of land located at 275 East 300 North. The rezoning changes the designation of five parcels from Manufacturing and Distribution (MD) to General Commercial (CG). This action aligns the zoning with the city's general plan for the area, which identifies it as commercial, and addresses the best practice of not having buildings span multiple zoning districts. The property is owned by the same applicant and includes Ridley's Grocery Store and McDonald's. The rezoning is intended to facilitate future development, potentially an addition to the grocery store. The planning commission unanimously recommended approval, and no public opposition was raised during the hearing.
Morgan City Approves Budgets, Tax Rates, and Financial Resolutions
The Morgan City Council and Municipal Building Authority (MBA) reviewed and approved various budgets and financial resolutions for the upcoming fiscal years. Key actions included adopting the final budget for the MBA, amending the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget for the MBA, and approving the final budget for the Morgan City Redevelopment Agency (RDA) for fiscal year 2026-2027. The City Council also addressed the amended 2026 budget, the adoption of the 2026 certified tax rate, amendments to the consolidated fee schedule, and the adoption of the final 2026-2027 budget for Morgan City. Discussions highlighted significant grants received for projects like the Young Street West and Riverstone Park, increased expenses for projects such as undergrounding power lines, and a commitment to maintaining or lowering the city's tax rate. The council also noted the fund balance and its use for capital improvements and potential future projects.
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