SUMMARY: An ordinance proposing term limits for Bossier City Council members was rejected during a recent council meeting, despite strong community support. Over 50% of residents approved the concept in polls, with nearly 3,000 signatures collected on a petition. Councilman Brian Hammons highlighted the high legal fees incurred in opposing term limits and stressed the need for accountability among council members. The ordinance aimed to limit council members to three terms and would have allowed for a public vote in December. In contrast, a motion to reduce city millage rates from 22.58 to 21.50 passed unanimously, ensuring consistent property tax revenue.

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SUMMARY: In a recent update, the Louisiana Democratic Party is revitalizing its efforts ahead of the presidential election, inspired by the energy of Kamala Harris. After defeats in 2023, the party, led by chairman Randall Gain, is focusing on local engagement and youth involvement, with executive committees in all 64 parishes to better connect with community needs. While Louisiana’s electoral votes are likely to go to Donald Trump, Harris’s candidacy has spurred greater enthusiasm, particularly among women voters. Meanwhile, some students arrested during Pro-Palestine protests were acquitted of charges. Lastly, Monroe city officials reported updates on local projects.

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SUMMARY: An audit of Family Road of Greater Baton Rouge, a nonprofit funded by taxpayer dollars, revealed a counterfeit check incident amounting to $15,175, which was quickly reimbursed by the bank. The auditors recommended strengthening internal controls and promptly reporting fraud to the authorities. Additionally, the organization lost its tax-exempt status due to late tax filings from 2019 to 2022, attributed to COVID-19 complications. In 2023, Family Road used $1.62 million, with 83% going to program services. The board pledged to improve tax return oversight and maintain effective operations as they continue to provide community support.

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