City of Denham Springs - Mayor & City Council

09/07/2026

09/04/2026

From bare walls in the exhibit room to an Old City Hall exhibit being installed. Big thanks to Robert Reynolds for entrusting the Old City Hall Museum, with his collection of artifacts from the Old South Jamboree. The exhibit will be complete later next week and we would like to invite you to the opening of the exhibit September 19th. Please watch upcoming post for more information.

09/03/2026

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
Posted September 3, 2026
This is a public meeting of the Denham Springs City Council held:
DATE: September 8, 2026
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
PLACE: Court Room, Municipal Building, 116 N. Range Ave., Denham Springs, LA
All notices have been posted and the media has been notified as required by law.
AGENDA:
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call Amber Dugas, Jim Gilbert, Lori Lamm-Williams, Robert Poole, Jeff Wesley

*Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(D) public comment or input shall be allowed at any time prior to a vote on any agenda item
# TOPICS NOTES
Discussion and Review of Residential Swimming Pool Safety Barriers and Fence Regulations.
1. Reports: (a) Building Official; (b) City Attorney; (c) Engineers; (d) City Treasurer; (e) Planning and Zoning; (f) Fire Report; (g) Animal Report; (h) Police Report
2. Approve as published in the official journal minutes of the August 24, 2026 City Council Meeting.
3. Adopt the consent agenda for August 1, 2026 through August 31, 2026.
4. Acceptance of Bid and Authorization for Mayor Gerard Landry to Execute Contract for the Centerville Gas Relocation Project.
5. Authorize the replacement of city copiers across City Hall,
Permits, Street/Fire, and Sewer departments that have exceeded
the state contract's three-year replacement cycle.
6. Authorize Mayor Gerard Landry to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between the Denham Springs and Girl Scouts for the placement and maintenance of educational geocache boxes at historically significant locations in Denham Springs.
7. Approve a waiver of Payment in Lieu of Taxes for Denham
Springs Housing Authority.
8. Approve the surplus and disposal of a sheet metal warehouse requested by the Gas Department.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Buffy Anderson, City Clerk, at 225-665-8121 or via email at [email protected] describing the assistance that is necessary.

09/03/2026

The City of Denham Springs is now accepting applications for a Receptionist at City Hall.

The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for the public at City Hall. This position is responsible for greeting visitors, answering incoming calls, determining the nature of business, and directing individuals to the appropriate department. Work requires strong customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate information accurately and efficiently.
Visit Resources > Career Opportunities at www.cityofdenhamsprings.com for complete job posting.
Benefits Include:
• Employer-paid health insurance, vision, dental, and life insurance
• 12 paid holidays annually
• Vacation and sick leave
• Retirement plan
• Employee assistance program

Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
To apply, please send a resume or application to [email protected] or 116 N. Range Avenue, Denham Springs, LA 70726.

08/31/2026

Join the fun at Fallest that is organized by Denham Springs Antique Village. So much fun and so little time. Over 160 vendor booths, special sales in stores, great food, free kids zone and music.

Mark October 3rd on your calendar for Fallfest that is organized by Denham Springs Antique Village, for your enjoyment. Get ready to have a great time! Special sales in the stores, over 160 vendor booths, great food, free kids zone and music.

Please note: All vendor booths are taken. Please dont respond to scammers!!

08/27/2026

DENHAM SPRINGS MEMORIAL CEMETERY NOTICE

As a reminder, no solar or decorative lights are allowed on the grounds, aside from the lighting provided by the city. Any outside lights will be removed and thrown away this Monday, so please be sure to pick up your items before then if you would like to keep them.

Additionally, as you change out flowers and authorized decorations, we kindly ask that you take any old items and trash with you when you leave. There are no trash services available within the cemetery grounds.

Thank you for working together with us to honor those we love. We appreciate your cooperation.

08/25/2026

Mayor Landry recently stopped by to visit a very special Denham Springs resident, Ms. June Bowen, who turned 100 earlier this year. During the visit, he was honored to present her with a special Birthday Wish from President Trump to celebrate her remarkable century of life.

May God continue to bless Ms. June with joy, health, and peace. We are so blessed to have her in our community!

08/24/2026

Denham Springs Antique Village is a wonderful award winning shopping area that draws visitors from all over the world. There is over 25 stores with a variety of shopping experiences. From antiques to boutiques and everything in between, we have something for you.... The entire village is on the National Register of Historic places and there is plaques identifying the age of the buildings by each doorway, for our history buffs. We invite you to follow their post at Denham Springs Antique Village page.

08/20/2026

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
Posted August 20, 2026
This is a public meeting of the Denham Springs City Council held:
DATE: August 24, 2026
PLACE: Court Room, Municipal Building, 116 N. Range Ave., Denham Springs, LA
All notices have been posted and the media has been notified as required by law.
AGENDA:
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call Amber Dugas, Jim Gilbert, Lori Lamm-Williams, Robert Poole, Jeff Wesley

**Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(D) public comment or input shall be allowed at any time prior to a vote on any agenda item
# TOPICS NOTES
1. Approve as published in the official journal minutes of the August 11, 2026 City Council Meeting.
2. Discuss and approve Sewer Impact Fees.
3. Hold a public hearing for an Ordinance to amend the Code of Ordinances for the City of Denham Springs, Chapter 106, by amending Section 102 relative to Sewer Impact fees.
4. Approve the Ordinance to amend the Code of Ordinances for the City of Denham Springs, Chapter 106, by amending Section 102 relative to sewer impact fees.
5. Introduce and authorize a public hearing for an Ordinance to Amend The Code of Ordinances for the City of Denham Springs, Chapter 46, by amending Section 37 relative to Grills, Chimineas, and Recreational Fires to be held on September 28, 2026 at 6 p.m. in the Court Room of the Municipal Building at 116 N. Range Ave., Denham Springs, LA.
6. Introduce and authorize a public hearing for an Ordinance to Amend The Code of Ordinances for the City of Denham Springs, Chapter 46, by amending Section 38 relative to Nuisance or Hazardous Fires to be held on September 28, 2026 at 6 p.m. in the Court Room of the Municipal Building at 116 N. Range Ave., Denham Springs, LA.
7. Introduce and authorize a public hearing for an Ordinance to Amend The Code of Ordinances for the City of Denham Springs, Chapter 2, by amending Section 33 relative to Compensation of the Mayor to be held on September 28, 2026 at 6 p.m. in the Court Room of the Municipal Building at 116 N. Range Ave., Denham Springs, LA.
8. Approve street closures for the Denham Springs Antiques Merchants Association Fall Festival, beginning at 8:00 AM on Friday, October 2, 2026, and ending at 6:00 PM on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
9. Resolution and Authorization for Mayor Gerard Landry to enter
into an agreement with Otis Elevator Company for the
installation and monitoring of a digital phone line at Old City Hall
(115 Mattie St., Denham Springs, LA 70726), in the amount of
$2,000.00 for the installation fee and a monthly subscription fee
of $60.00.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Buffy Anderson, City Clerk, at 225-665-8121 or via email at [email protected] describing the assistance that is necessary.