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Parish accepts nearly 10-acre donation from Chevron for Sunset Pump Station
Summary
St. Charles Parish agreed May 5 to accept an approximately 9.998-acre donation from Chevron USA Inc. for operation and maintenance of the Sunset Pump Station in the Sunset Drainage District.
The St. Charles Parish Council on May 5 approved an act of donation from Chevron USA Inc. transferring a parcel identified as Parcel 1-1-R-1, approximately 9.998 acres, to the parish for the purpose of operating and maintaining the Sunset Pump Station (file number 2025-0128).
Why it matters: The donation secures land needed for ongoing drainage infrastructure and consolidates parcels for the Sunset Drainage District’s operations, staff said. Administration described the conveyance as “the last piece” of property needed for the project area and noted previous donations from Chevron.
Details: The ordinance authorizes the parish president to execute the act of donation and related documents. Parish legal staff and engineering representatives were present to answer technical questions. No members of the public spoke for or against the donation during the public hearing.
Outcome: The council approved the donation unanimously.
Quote (from the record): “It’s a gracious donation by Chevron, and the administration has for the council approval,” an administration representative said.
Where this goes next: The parish president will execute conveyance documents and the property will be used for operation and maintenance of the Sunset Pump Station within the Sunset Drainage District.
