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Jefferson Parish president outlines $1.029 billion 2026 operating budget, $139 million in capital for public works
Summary
The parish president presented the 2026 proposed operating budget (about $1.029 billion) and a capital budget of roughly $139 million, saying public works (drainage, streets, water, sewer) will account for most capital spending and that the administration is budgeting a 5% merit increase for certain employees.
Parish officials presented the 2026 proposed operating and capital budgets during the Nov. 5 Jefferson Parish Council meeting, describing an operating plan of roughly $1,029,000,000 and a capital program of about $139,000,000.
According to the parish presentation, dedicated revenues (property tax, service charges, sales tax) account for about 90% of operating expenditures. The administration proposed a 5% merit-based annual pay increase for…
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