To protect West Bank homes and businesses by ensuring that our flood protection system functions as designed.
Please join us in welcoming our newest Commissioner, Patrick Nunes, CISSP, to the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - West Bank.
After growing up in St. Petersburg, Florida, Patrick earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Florida and a Master of Science in Finance from the University of South Florida. Mr. Nunes moved to Southeast Louisiana in 2019 and has a seasoned career in technology governance, risk and compliance.
He currently serves as Senior Manager of Cyber Governance & Risk at Mondelez International, where he leads enterprise-wide IT risk assessments and manages cross-functional teams responsible for technology assurance, third-party risk, and compliance reporting.
Patrick is a Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and currently resides in Gretna with his wife and two children. He enjoys walking along the riverfront and visiting Amore Cafe in his free time.
We're excited to welcome his financial acumen, technology expertise and communication skills to our Board of Commissioners.
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Here’s the next tip in our hurricane season safety series.
Weather can be unpredictable, but preparation doesn’t have to be. Stay informed, know your plan, and take early steps to avoid last minute anxieties. Being prepared ahead of time can help you respond with confidence when hurricanes threaten.
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Last week our mowing crews completed the English Turn levees, and we will be mowing along Donner Canal and heading to Waggaman this week. Keep an eye out for our crews as you drive on Holmes Blvd and River Rd. ... See MoreSee Less
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Here’s the next tip in our hurricane season safety series. Throughout the season, we’re sharing important guidance from the National Weather Service to help West Bank residents and businesses stay prepared for any storms or threats that may come our way.
Before, during and after a storm, updates can come from many different directions. Make sure you are sticking with reliable, confirmed sources of information sharing accurate news. You can always check the National Hurricane Center, NWS New Orleans, official government pages and our website f.mtr.cool/iy4bcge6d0
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When Is A Levee Permit Required?
No construction within six feet of the landside toe of any levee is allowed. Applicants may request that SLFPA – West review their requests. Each request must fully comply with all plan requirements to enable adequate review of the request.
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West (SLFPA-W)
SLFPA-W Public Records Request Form
SLFPA-W is responsible for flood protection west of the Mississippi River in all of Orleans Parish (Algiers) and the most populated areas of Jefferson Parish, including 80 miles of levees and floodwalls, 3 sector gates and 3 pump stations, and the operation and maintenance of the West Closure Complex (WCC) in Plaquemines Parish.
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