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Civic issues

Topics getting the most attention in St. Tammany Parish public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Impact fee update and refund provision (Ord. Cal. No. 8215)

The parish wants to raise road and drainage impact fees on new homes by over 27% and delete the ten-year refund provision. Home builders want an accounting of fees collected; staff says no refunds were ever issued and only about $7,000 is refundable.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 5, 2026

CriticalTaxes Budget

December 'Keep St. Tammany Safe' sales tax proposition

The council called a December 12, 2026 special election on a five-year, quarter-cent sales tax for the criminal justice system, avoiding a crowded November ballot. Critics like Carl Ernst say ten years is too long and want hard numbers first; supporters say due diligence can continue before the vote.

4 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 5, 2026