Located on Louisiana’s only inhabited barrier island, the Grand Isle Port Commission regulates commerce and traffic at Grand Isle’s port. The island is a hub for the petroleum industry, commercial fisheries and tourism, and the Port serves to promote safety and commerce of Grand Isle and the surrounding waters.
Created in 1996, the Port Commission is overseen by an Executive Director and a five-member Board of Commissioners appointed by the Governor.
Port Executive Director:
Weldon Danos
Board of Commissioners:
Bob Sevin President
Terrill Pizani Vice President
Juanita Cheramie Secretary/ Treasurer
Perry Chighizola Commissioner
Ambrose Besson Commissioner