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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: 2026 Millage Adoption

The City of Baker School District will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider adjustments to our millage rates. Here are the details you need to know:

Meeting Details

• When: Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

• Where: City of Baker School Board Office (Board Room), 14750 Plank Road, Baker, LA

Purpose of the Hearing

Pursuant to Louisiana Constitution Article 7, Section 23(C) and R.S. 47:1705(B), the board will meet to consider:

• Levying additional or increased millage rates without further voter approval.

• Adopting adjusted millage rates after reassessment.

• Rolling forward to rates not exceeding the prior year's maximum.

Financial Impact & Estimates

• Estimated tax revenues to be collected next year (from increased millage): $3,079,092

• Amount of tax increase attributable to the millage increase: $455,922

We encourage community members to attend and stay informed!

For more information about the City of Baker School System, visit www.bakerschools.org or call (225) 774-5795.