On behalf of the Grand Isle Mayor and Town Council, we would like to take a moment this morning and extend our gratitude to everyone working to rebuild Grand Isle. Our First Responders: Thank you for always being the first one with boots on the ground, protecting our...

WATER: As of today, the main waterline from Lafitte to Grand Isle is still being surveyed for damages and crews are planning repairs as needed. The waterlines from the East End of Grand Isle to Cherry Lane are in good condition. The rest of the island suffered major...

Be cautious of the approaching weather. The amount of rain we will receive will cause flooding. Due to sand on the sides of the roads, it won’t allow the water to drain. We advise low vehicles not to drive on LA-1 due to high water. Please be cautious. Due to the...

The Town of Grand Isle’s Building Department is out accessing damage to structures caused by Hurricane Ida. At this time, you are allowed to make minor repairs to keep the elements out of your home until our permit department is able to open. We are hoping to be...

Grand Isle’s Gas Department is currently accessing gas meter damage. They will be pressuring up gas lines to locate any lines that may need repairs. If anyone notices a strong gas odor in your area please have a street address and report it to 202-394-2087. Thank you!...

Sand and debris removal is still continuing on LA-1. Today the National Guard brought in more equipment to speed up the process. Also additional contractors arrived to pick up side street debris. In conjunction with removing pilings and down wires. Curfew is 10:00...

Town Officials and Emergency Operation Leaders met to discuss the progress of restoration efforts.   Removal of sand is still being continued, but with the weather we have been receiving it has made it very muddy and a little more difficult to maneuver around. We are...

The Jefferson Parish Water District has been working to restore water in our area. Now that the field survey is complete, agencies found that 2 of the substations supplying water from Lafitte to Grand Isle have been damaged. Contractors have been dispatched to...

The Grand Isle Police Department is working with JPSO, state police, and several other law enforcement agencies to patrol the island. There is a strong police presence on Grand Isle. With that being said, agencies are investigating any thefts on the island during this...

For clarification, Grand Isle roads will remain open to residents and property owners indefinitely. It is our goal to keep the roads open for our community to come back and rebuild. There are concerns that the traffic on the island will cause a slow down for the sand...

Grand Isle has set up a supply and resource distribution center at the Grand Isle School on Ludwig Lane. We have food, cleaning supplies, toiletries, and more for the public to have during this time. For more information call Carol Doster at 985.398.0017.

At today’s meeting, Town Leaders and Emergency Operations Leaders discussed progress.   We would like to THANK the community members who came in today and stayed off of LA 1 as much as possible. Our teams were able to work with minimal slow downs.   Sand Removal...

Town Officials and Emergency Operations Leaders met to discuss the progress of restoration efforts. Today, teams moved over 150 loads of sand and are still working to clear side streets on the West End of the island.   Residents and property owners coming to the...

Community members, we are trying to get an estimated count of people who will be staying on the island. We will have our resource and supply center set up at Grand Isle School Gym down Ludwig Lane. Ms. Carol Doster is the leader of our resource center and can be...

For clarification, Grand Isle roads will be open starting tomorrow, Friday, September 10, at 7 am. We do not anticipate closing the roads again unless a major project needs to take place. In such event, we will give everyone prior notice. Additionally, you can bring...

This afternoon, Town Officials and Emergency Operations Leaders met to discuss the progress of restoration efforts. Teams on the East End have about 10 side streets left to clear. Teams on the West End have about 1 mile left of La 1 and several side streets to clear....

Daily meetings regarding restoration efforts have been moved to 6:00 pm. Public updates will be posted after meetings on the town's website and Facebook page.

Grand Isle Mail will be alternatively routed to the Schriever Post Office until further notice. 201 Old Highway 659 Schriever, La 70395 Monday-Friday: 8am-12pm and 1pm-4pm Saturday: 9am-12pm

Today, Town Officials and Emergency Operations Leaders met to discuss the progress of restoration efforts. The grounds teams have been working to get LA 1 cleared and have made significant progress. The remainder of LA 1 that still needs to be cleared ranges from...

Mayor, Town officials, Street department, JPSO, GIPD, GIVES, GIFD, DOTD, National Guard, and US Army met this morning to discuss progress. As of today, we are still in the sand removal phase. Currently La 1 towards the East End of the island is closed to being...