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Assessing Livingston Parish

Assessing Livingston Parish

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 This podcast is hosted by Livingston Parish Assessor Jeff Taylor, with episodes dropping throughout the year giving Livingston Parish residents information on not only the functions day to day in the Assessor’s office but also some tips on what you can do to affect your assessment.


“Assessing Livingston Parish with Jeff Taylor” will also be highlighting various taxing districts, bringing on guest to discuss Millages ALL in an effort to help you become a better informed citizen.


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Episodes
  • HB300, Homestead Exemption Raise, Millage Meetings | Assessing Livingston Parish #12

    HB300, Homestead Exemption Raise, Millage Meetings | Assessing Livingston Parish #12
    Apr 28 2025
    In this episode of “Assessing Livingston Parish” Assessor Jeff Taylor joins Jim Chapman to discuss HB300, a bill introduced to benefit seniors in Livingston Parish. Also up for discussion is the talk surrounding a possible increase to the homestead exemption for Louisiana residents and a VERY important parish wide millage meeting to take place June 10th, 2025 at 6:00pm where parish residents can learn and interact with their districts on millage related questions.

    Chapters
    00:12 We are Back!
    01:09 Upcoming Annual Meeting Announcement
    04:59 House Bill 300 Discussion
    06:50 Homestead Exemption Insights
    12:55 Understanding Property Taxes in Livingston Parish
    14:30 The Value of Services for Taxpayers
    18:14 Community Development and Taxation
    21:43 Commitment to Fairness in Assessments
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    23 mins
  • Amendment #5, Parish-Wide Millage Meetings and The “Re-Election Method” | Assessing Livingston Parish #11

    Amendment #5, Parish-Wide Millage Meetings and The “Re-Election Method” | Assessing Livingston Parish #11
    Jan 31 2025
    In this episode of Assessing Livingston Parish, Livingston Parish Assessor Jeff Taylor discusses key initiatives from the Assessor's office, including his trip to Washington DC to secure funding to enhance property assessments.

    He emphasizes the importance of community participation in discussions about tax assessments and millage rates, aiming to increase turnout at this years annual parish wide millage meeting. Jeff also highlights the introduction of new technology, such as a desktop appraiser tool, to streamline processes at the Assessor’s Office as well as discussing some propose legislative changes to improve flexibility in millage rates as it relates to the “roll-forward” requirement to keep your maximum millage.

    Timestamps
    00:12 Welcome Back and Snow Adventures
    01:28 Swearing-In Ceremony Insights
    03:11 Reflecting on a Hectic Year
    05:06 Upcoming Tax Meeting Plans
    07:37 Embracing Technology and Software
    09:50 Drones: The Future of Assessments
    11:27 The Importance of Community Engagement
    14:26 Transparency in Governance
    16:00 Preparing for Constitutional Changes
    20:55 Jeff Taylor’s Super Bowl Pick

    You can get more information on the Livingston Parish Assessor’s Office by visiting https://www.livingstonassessor.com
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    22 mins
  • “Year End Assessments Unpacked” | Assessing Livingston Parish #10

    “Year End Assessments Unpacked” | Assessing Livingston Parish #10
    Oct 31 2024
    In this episode of “Assessing Livingston Parish,” Jeff explores key updates from the assessor's office as they approach year-end, particularly focusing on the upcoming tax notices and the implications of inflation and property value increases on assessments. Jeff stresses the importance of financial preparedness for residents and outlines how the Assessor’s office will assist in navigating any questions regarding assessments. Jeff also discuss the accountability of various districts concerning millages, the upcoming legislative session, and potential measures that would assist residents in lowering the burden of a lump sum payment by using installment tax payments.

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    Timestamps
    03:01 Tax Notices and Public Awareness
    06:00 Addressing Tax Concerns
    10:24 Upcoming Legislative Changes
    13:39 Preparing for Next Year
    16:23 Importance of Voting
    17:37 Closing Remarks and Future Updates

    You can learn more about the Livingston Parish Assessor's Office here: https://www.livingstonassessor.com
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    20 mins
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