Livingston Parish Council Meeting

The Livingston Parish Council meeting held on June 12, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council unanimously approved the millage rates for the 2026 tax year and adopted resolutions related to the annual appointment of the official parish journal and the ratification of bids for the Livingston Parish Better Roads Program 2025-26-3, with a contract awarded at approximately $5.24 million, under budget from the estimate. Additionally, the council authorized the sale of surplus movable property and approved reinvestment of grant funds into new vehicles under the Homeland Security Grant Program. Acadian Ambulance Service received approval for its annual permit to operate and to conduct its membership drive, which helps offset service costs for parish residents. The council also discussed infrastructure improvements, including road expansions and traffic safety measures on I-12, with motions passed to request studies and implementation of truck lane restrictions to improve safety and traffic flow. Several ordinances and resolutions related to servitude revocations, road priority listings, and committee appointments were also adopted. The meeting featured presentations on parish budget allocations, including significant federal and state funding for infrastructure projects, and legislative updates on cybersecurity and land security measures. No new taxes were introduced, and fiscal conservatism was emphasized in budget management.