The Louisiana State Bond Commission will consider four property tax propositions for Rapides Parish during its January 14, 2026, meeting.  The Elections to be held on March 16, 2026

The items, designated as L25-273, would authorize the Rapides Parish Police Jury to place millage renewals before district voters for fire protection services and road maintenance.

Fire Protection District No. 4

The Bond Commission will consider a 15.34-mill property tax renewal for a 10-year period from 2028 through 2037. Revenue from the millage would fund construction, operation and maintenance of fire protection and emergency medical service facilities, vehicles and equipment, as well as costs associated with obtaining water for fire protection purposes.

Fire Protection District No. 7

A 14.26-mill tax renewal is on the agenda for the same 10-year period, 2028-2037. Funds would be allocated for constructing, operating and maintaining fire protection and emergency medical service facilities, vehicles and equipment, and paying costs of obtaining water for fire protection purposes.

Fire Protection District No. 19

The commission will consider a 26.48-mill tax for 10 years, 2028-2037, to support acquiring, constructing, maintaining and operating fire protection and emergency medical service facilities, vehicles and equipment, and paying the cost of obtaining water for fire protection purposes.

Road District No. 2C

A 54.49-mill property tax renewal is scheduled for consideration for 10 years, 2028-2037, dedicated to constructing, maintaining, draining and keeping in repair public roads, highways and bridges within the district.

If approved by the State Bond Commission, all four measures would require voter approval in their respective districts before implementation. Election details would be announced by the Rapides Parish Police Jury following commission action.