BELLE CHASSE, La. (WVUE) – State officials are exploring options to buy back the Belle Chasse Bridge from its contractor, as local business owners report increased sales following the suspension of tolls.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is pursuing negotiations with Plenary Infrastructure Belle Chasse after issuing a notice over alleged construction deficiencies and failure to meet tolling-related contractual obligations.
DOTD Secretary Glenn Ledet and several others testified Wednesday afternoon at the Legislative Joint Transportation Hearing…