Tangipahoa Parish told NG911 upgrade will boost location accuracy, cost more for wired lines Parish 9-1-1 staff told the council the system must move from copper trunks to fiber-based ESINET to meet federal guidance, promising caller-location accuracy from roughly 500 yards to about 10 feet and new features such as real-time text and video; wired-line fees will rise April 1 to cover higher recurring and upfront costs.

Tangipahoa Parish's 9-1-1 system is set for a major upgrade, moving from outdated copper lines to advanced fiber technology that promises pinpoint caller location accuracy and enhanced emergency features.

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Tangipahoa Parish fire board adopts 2025 budget amendment, approves proposed 2026 budget amid chiefs' objections The Tangipahoa Parish Fire Board adopted a 2025 budget amendment and approved the proposed 2026 operating budget at its meeting. Chiefs raised concerns about a policy to move departmental savings into capital outlay and about rising insurance costs; the administrator said final year-end numbers will be available in March.

The Tangipahoa Parish Fire Board has approved its 2026 budget, but rising insurance costs and departmental objections could leave essential repairs in jeopardy!

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Parish legal counsel credits DEA task force with fall in fentanyl overdose deaths Parish legal counsel reported attending a DEA press conference and said a joint task force that prosecutes fentanyl distribution has reduced overdose deaths in Tangipahoa Parish by over 45 percent since the initiative began; prosecutions under second-degree murder statutes were also mentioned.

A groundbreaking DEA task force has cut fentanyl overdose deaths in Tangipahoa Parish by over 45%, as families demand justice for their lost loved ones.

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Tangipahoa Parish Council unanimously approves traffic changes, CVB budgets, library bid and condemnation action At its Nov. 10 meeting the Tangipahoa Parish Council voted 8–0 on traffic ordinances (Pritchard Lane speed limit; Bon Air four‑way stop), amended and adopted Convention & Visitors Bureau budgets for 2025–26, approved a $727,000 library construction bid, and authorized a condemnation proceeding for a Kentwood property.

In a decisive move, the Tangipahoa Parish Council unanimously approved key traffic changes, new budgets for the Convention & Visitors Bureau, and a significant library construction project in their latest meeting.

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Parish moves forward on Hoover Road work, courthouse elevator bids and water-line changes; president updates Smitty’s cleanup Council approved procurement steps and contract adjustments for several infrastructure projects — Hoover Road Phase 2 bidding, elevator procurement and water-line relocations — and Parish President Robbie Miller gave an update on the Smitty’s recovery and cleanup operations.

Tangipahoa Parish is taking significant steps to enhance public safety and infrastructure, from renovating the courthouse elevator to advancing Hoover Road improvements and tackling industrial contamination cleanup.

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Tangipahoa sheriff asks voters to approve 3/4-cent sales tax to boost pay, hire deputies Sheriff Gerald Sticker presented a plan at the Oct. 14 council meeting asking voters to approve a 10-year, 0.75% sales tax on the Nov. 15 ballot to raise starting pay, add sworn and civilian positions and improve retention after months of staffing shortfalls.

Sheriff Gerald Sticker is urging Tangipahoa voters to support a new sales tax aimed at boosting pay and hiring more deputies to address critical staffing shortages in law enforcement.

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Husser Fire Department seeks funding for gear and 4WD truck replacement Husser Fire Chief discusses urgent funding needs for group gear and a replacement truck.

Husser Fire Department is facing a critical gear shortage and urgent truck replacement needs, highlighting the pressing challenge of funding in local firefighting efforts.

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Desire Line presents 2045 comprehensive plan updates to Tangipahoa Parish Council Desire Line outlines implementation strategies for Tangipahoa Parish's comprehensive development plan

The Tangipahoa Parish Council is gearing up for a transformative community meeting that will shape the future of local development and infrastructure.

Join the conversation and make your voice heard!

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Tangipahoa Parish Council approves Fairhope Phase 2 Subdivision and new housing office plans Council members accept Fairhope Phase 2 Subdivision into maintenance system and seek housing office bids.

The Tangipahoa Parish Council is making waves with new infrastructure plans, including a fresh housing office and the eagerly awaited Fairhope Phase 2 Subdivision!

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Fire Board approves budget and reviews March-April call statistics Fire board members approve budget and discuss emergency call statistics for March and April.

The Tangipahoa Parish Fire Board has made crucial budget approvals to enhance community safety, while also revealing a rising demand for emergency services with over 700 calls in just one month.

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Tango Parish declares surplus Ram 1500 for rural fire protection district Tango Parish authorizes donation of Ram 1500 asset to local fire protection district

Tangipahoa Parish is stepping up for public safety by donating a surplus Ram 1500 to bolster local fire services!

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Tangled Parish Council discusses auto body regulations and honors member's late mother Council reviews auto body dismantling restrictions and offers condolences to member David Biao.

In a heartfelt meeting, Tangipahoa Parish's council honored their late chairman's mother while tackling vital auto body regulations that could reshape local businesses.

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