Info Regarding the Library Millage Continuation Proposal
The East Baton Rouge Parish Library has prepared a new, stand-alone, dedicated 10-year millage continuation proposal designed to secure stable funding for operations, programs, technology, and restore the Pay-As-You-Go Capital Improvements Plan. This plan responds directly to community feedback and helps ensure the Library can continue to serve residents with excellence for years to come. Read more about ongoing efforts below.
- NEW, Replacement Tax is a CONTINUATION of the Previous Millage that expired in 2025
- DEDICATED Tax with ALL funds going directly to the Library
- SIMPLE, STRAIGHTFORWARD, STAND-ALONE Tax
- LOWER Tax Rate of 9.5 mills is proposed; includes two rollbacks over the 10-year period
- 10-YEAR Tax secures stable funding to operate and plan for the future
- RESTORES the 2025 updated Pay-As-You-Go Capital Improvements Plan
- Proposed Millage Rate of 9.5 mills is based on fresh data and supported by facts
June 6, 2026
Geaux Vote Registration Deadline for June 27 Election
June 12, 2026
Early Voting Begins
June 27, 2026
Tax Election
Learn more about the new plan.
Current Press Releases and Information Updates
Press Release – June 29, 2026: New Millage PASSES
Press Release – January 7, 2026: New Millage Proposition
Library Millage Continuation – Quick Facts and Upcoming Events (4.17.26)
Library Letter to Community Members (5.26.26)
Library Letter to Community Members with Misinformation Corrections (5.26.26)