Council approves intergovernmental agreement to build new work‑release dormitory

Aug 25, 2026

The council approved a resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement to construct a new work‑release dormitory; the sheriff said the new facility would expand capacity from about 50 to about 180 inmates and provide on‑site work opportunities.

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The Tangipahoa Parish Council voted Aug. 24 to authorize the parish president or designee to execute an intergovernmental agreement with the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office to construct a new work‑release dormitory.

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