Episodes

  • “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.

    #Livingston #LivingstonParish #Assessor #JeffTaylor #AssessingLivingstonParish #louisiana #podcast #HurricaneFrancine #whynotlivingston

    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
  • “A Rope That Is Bound Tightly Together..Will Hold” | Assessing Livingston Parish #9

    “A Rope That Is Bound Tightly Together..Will Hold” | Assessing Livingston Parish #9
    Sep 24 2024
    In this episode, Livingston Parish Assessor Jeff Taylor, discusses some pertinant information you need to know if your home was impacted by the recent hurricane. He outlines the critical role of the Assessor’s office during disasters, particularly with the use of drones for swift damage assessments in collaboration with local law enforcement.
    Jeff also shares insights on the recent appeals process as it relates to his office and upcoming assessment notice timelines. The discussion then shifts to the need for unity among local leaders to secure better funding for Livingston Parish and the significance of advocating for the community's needs. Jeff encourages the people of Livingston Parish to embrace a proactive approach in championing their parish's future.

    #Livingston #LivingstonParish #Assessor #JeffTaylor #AssessingLivingstonParish #louisiana #podcast #HurricaneFrancine

    Timestamps
    02:47 Responding to Storm Damage
    04:49 Navigating Appeals Process
    07:50 Upcoming Assessment Notices
    11:41 Rethinking Assessment Notifications
    14:29 Millage Discussions
    17:57 Collaboration Among Leaders
    25:26 Why Not Livingston?
    30:20 Unity

    You can learn more about the Livingston Parish Assessor's Office here: https://www.livingstonassessor.com
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    32 mins
  • Moving on to 2025 | Assessing Livingston Parish #8

    Moving on to 2025 | Assessing Livingston Parish #8
    Sep 9 2024
    In this episode, Livingston Parish Assessor Jeff Taylor sits down with Jim Chapman as they discuss the closing of the books for 2024.

    Timestamps
    00:00 Getting through the open book period
    01:20 Representing Livingston and providing advice
    03:05 Explaining millages to the public
    06:25 The use of technology in assessing
    09:16 Cyclomedia and improving accuracy in assessments
    13:07 The importance of accuracy in assessing
    17:46 Keeping up with growth in Livingston Parish
    21:13 Encouraging residents to provide feedback
    24:20 Transparency and openness in the assessor's office
    25:15 Holding districts accountable
    Takeaways
    -Staying informed and educated is crucial in the field of assessing
    -Transparency and communication with the public are key in the assessor's role
    -The use of technology, such as Cyclomedia and drones, has improved accuracy in assessments
    -Fair and equitable assessments are a priority
    -Residents are encouraged to reach out with any concerns or questions

    You can learn more about the Livingston Parish Assessor's Office here: https://www.livingstonassessor.com
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    26 mins
  • 24th year of Assessing the Need | Reassessment Information

    24th year of Assessing the Need | Reassessment Information
    Jul 26 2024
    In this episode of "Assessing Livingston Parish with Jeff Taylor," Jeff Taylor discusses the intricacies of reassessments and the importance of community involvement in decision-making processes. He emphasizes attending district meetings and advocating for lower millages to prevent tax increases.

    Jeff also highlights the upcoming Assess the Need program, focusing on providing school supplies to underprivileged children in the parish. He shares insights into the evolution of the program and encourages community support.

    Timestamps
    03:41 Clarifying Assessment Concerns
    09:09 Importance of Attending District Meetings
    14:32 Transparency and Public Perception
    17:29 Challenges of Being an Assessor
    18:36 Impact of "Assess the Need" Program
    23:37 Volunteers and Community Support
    25:45 Growth and Success of "Assess the Need"
    26:56 Contact Information and Closing Words

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

    August 3rd, 4th, 10th and 11th The Assessor’s office will be collecting school supplies and monetary donations at the following Livingston Parish businesses:
    Diversion Canal Village Market.
    Oak Point Supermarket.
    Carter’s Supermarkets throughout the parish.
    Cain’s Markets throughout the parish.
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    28 mins
  • Parish Wide Millage Meeting Full Broadcast 6/10/24

    Parish Wide Millage Meeting Full Broadcast 6/10/24
    Jun 24 2024
    Livingston Parish Government Officials discuss the plans related to the millages residents pay on the property tax statements and their plans related to if they will roll back the millage ahead of a major increase in assessments for Livingston Parish Residents.
    Timestamps
    00:00 Opening Remarks
    11:53 Livingston Parish Assessor's Office (Jeff Taylor)
    26:00 Livingston Parish Council
    39:00 Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office (Jason Ard)
    58:00 Livingston Parish School Board
    1:06:00 Livingston Parish Library
    1:21:00 Livingston Parish Fire Districts
    1:41:54 Town of Livingston ( JT Taylor Livingston Mayor)

    #sheriffjasonard @assessorjefftaylor #livingstonparish #millagemeeting #louisiana
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    1 hr and 51 mins
  • Transparency, Accountability, & Community Engagement | Millage Meeting June 10th

    Transparency, Accountability, & Community Engagement | Millage Meeting June 10th
    Jun 6 2024
    In this episode of Assessing Livingston Parish, Jeff Taylor discusses millages and budget allocations in Livingston Parish and the upcoming millage meeting where the majority of the districts in Livingston Parish will be present to explain their budget. Residents are urged to attend the June 10th meeting to better understand the budget needs of the districts that make up Livingston Parish.

    Join us in promoting transparency, accountability, and community engagement at the upcoming millage meeting. The meeting will be from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Monday June 10th, 2024 at the
    LPSO Training Center.
    Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office Training Center
    29384 Woodside Drive Walker, LA 70785

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

    Timestamps
    00:56 Impact of Floods and COVID
    01:56 Importance of Transparency
    02:47 Significant Value Increase
    03:30 Millage Determinations
    04:06 Importance of Attendance
    04:57 Explaining District Budgets
    05:48 Collaborative Efforts
    07:36 Tightening Budgets
    07:54 District Representation
    08:52 Communication is Key
    09:23 Assessor's Responsibilities
    10:51 Meeting Scheduling Challenges
    11:12 Meeting Details
    12:25 Assessing Budget Needs
    14:55 Assessor's Role Clarity
    15:54 Encouraging Attendance
    17:22 Event Details 20:33 Statewide Unprecedented Initiative
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    21 mins
  • Episode 4 | Parish Wide Millage Millage Meeting Announcement and Discussion

    Episode 4 | Parish Wide Millage Millage Meeting Announcement and Discussion
    May 17 2024
    In this episode, Jeff announces the upcoming millage meeting on June 10th. This has been something that the Assessor's office has been pushing for for many years.
    The meeting will include many of the districts throughout livingston Patrish including the sheriff's office and others. Jeff stresses the importance of resident participation in the meeting.
    Join us in promoting transparency, accountability, and community engagement at the upcoming millage meeting.
    The meeting will be from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Monday June 10th, 2024 at the LPSO Training Center.

    Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office Training Center
    29384 Woodside Drive
    Walker, LA 70785

    You can learn more about the Livingston Parish Assessor's Office here:
    https://www.livingstonassessor.com
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    13 mins
  • Episode 3 | Homestead Increase Approved for First Responders, Millage Meetings Progressing

    Episode 3 | Homestead Increase Approved for First Responders, Millage Meetings Progressing
    Apr 5 2024
    In this episode of Assessing Livingston Parish with Jeff Taylor he delves into recent developments in Livingston Parish, including on the passing of a $25,000 homestead exemption for first responders by the parish council.

    Jeff outlines specific criteria for qualifying as a first responder, emphasizing adherence to legislative guidelines and annual renewal of the exemption. He moves on to discuss millage meetings and challenges in coordinating common meetings among districts, highlighting the importance of transparency in budget explanations to the public.
    He also discusses the funding disparities among parishes, with Livingston Parish receiving $10 million in contrast to others, raise questions on fund allocation and the need for increased advocacy.

    Timestamps
    0:07 Introduction

    0:47 First Responders Homestead Exemption

    4:35 Millage Meetings

    8:27 Assessment Concerns

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