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East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approves 2025–26 budget after public criticism on transparency
Summary
The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approved the proposed 2025–26 general and special revenue budgets, the budget resolution and salary schedules after public commenters raised concerns about engagement, enrollment accountability and central-office staffing.
The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board on June 12 approved the proposed 2025–26 general fund and special revenue budgets, the accompanying budget resolution and the 2025–26 salary schedules after a brief public comment period and board discussion.
Public commenters had urged further delay and greater transparency. “The whole budget process felt extra secretive this year. Please postpone,” said online commenter Jody Johnson. Janelle Landry asked, “Where in this proposed budget is the accountability for enrollment…
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