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Saint Charles Parish adopts FY2026 budget; council debates higher reserve target after Hurricane Ida
Summary
The council unanimously adopted the parish's FY2026 consolidated operating and capital budget with line‑item amendments and district transfers. Members discussed raising the minimum general fund balance to better prepare for natural disasters and proposed a phased $500,000 annual set‑aside to reach $10 million.
The Saint Charles Parish Council voted unanimously on Nov. 3 to adopt the FY2026 consolidated operating and capital budget as amended.
The council approved multiple district‑level line‑item reductions and transfers proposed by council members to move funding into community service subgrants, emergency food and clothing assistance, rental assistance and home safety repairs. Councilwoman O’Daniels and Councilwoman Wilson each moved district…
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