by Paul Christiansen | Feb 14, 2025 | Press Release
Administration & Management Established and Achieved GIPC Goals & Objectives. Established GIPC Policies and Procedures Obtained Port Security Grant of $29,707 – LA DOTD Established GIPC Master Plan and Submitted to StateNine (9) Port Priority...
by Paul Christiansen | Feb 10, 2025 | Press Release
Several Grand Isle Port Commission (GIPC) AOC Oyster Farmers recently participated in two major local events during Super Bowl week, highlighting the role of sustainable oyster farming and showcasing Grand Isle’s premium oysters. Coastal Restoration Project – February...
by Paul Christiansen | Jan 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Grand Isle Port Commission would like to honor the life and memory of Perry “Honey” James Chighizola, Sr., 86, a beloved native and resident of Grand Isle and a dedicated Grand Isle Port Commissioner, who entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 13, 2025. Mr....
by Paul Christiansen | Aug 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
BY LARA NICHOLSON | Staff writer Robert Collins’ family has been producing dried shrimp in Grand Isle for five generations, dating back to the 1800s, but lately he’s had to leave the island for parts of his business. His Louisiana Dried Shrimp Company...
by Paul Christiansen | Jun 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Grand Isle Port Commission (GIPC) announces the opening of a Kayak Rental Kiosk Station at its recently renovated Kayak Boat Launch located at the end of Ludwig Lane near the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Complex in Grand Isle. The Kayak Rental...
