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Library tells council Hanville branch 30% construction estimate trimmed to about $9.1 million

Saint Charles Parish Council · October 31, 2025
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Library representative Leanne Benedict told the council the Hanville branch project’s initial 30% estimate was about $10.3 million; after reductions to building size and parking, re‑estimate is a little over $9.1 million and the library increased its budget line for the project.

Leanne Benedict, representing the Saint Charles Parish Library, told council members the largest change in the library’s proposed FY2026 budget is the Hanville branch construction project. Benedict said the initial 30% estimate came in at about $10.3 million; the project team worked with the construction manager at risk…

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