[StBernard] Someone's looking for more money

[Westley Annis]

Recent Attorney General Opinion

#06-0164A
According to the St. Bernard Parish Home Rule Charter and LSA-R.S. 18:1284,
a resolution for a tax must be approved by two-thirds of the total council
before it is placed on a ballot for voter approval.  In contrast, a fee can
be levied by adoption of an ordinance of the council.  (Pitman)
Op to Ms. Polly C. Boudreaux, St. Bernard Parish Council, Chalmette, LA
Date Released:  May 16, 2007