Ouachita Parish School Board Meeting Live Stream - September 8, 2026

The Ouachita Parish School Board held a meeting on September 8, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The board approved the purchase of property at 104 Rig Streets near West Monroe High School and reviewed multiple policy updates, including changes to personal leave for employees. The finance committee presented the annual operating budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, which was approved as a balanced budget maintaining a $21.88 million fund balance. A resolution was passed to provide a one-time salary stipend to employees, funded locally with a total allocation of $6 million. The board also approved salary schedules for the fiscal year and authorized an amended investment agreement with the Louisiana State Treasury to draw down funds. Several construction and renovation projects were discussed, including drainage improvements, roof replacements, and ongoing school facility upgrades. The board accepted multiple bids for winter storm damage repairs and approved a process to accept or reject bids for an upcoming roof replacement project at George Welch School. Additionally, permission was granted to rebid a property sale. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session for litigation discussions and approval of a settlement amount. Upcoming events such as ribbon cuttings and groundbreakings were also announced.