Summary
Sheriff Champagne delivered rare good news: inmate per diem costs are falling, projected at about $1.17 million for 2027 versus $1.3 million budgeted. He warned the $30/day rate will need an increase next fall.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
2027 jail costs projected at $1,168,000 — down from prior years, but a rate increase may come in 2027.
Parish taxpayers, who are footing a smaller jail bill as local crime and incarceration rates drop.
Local agencies and taxpayers could feel the pinch as higher jail fees get absorbed into public budgets.
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Parish Council Budget Hearing #2 1:00 PM (trimmed) - Oct 22, 2026
Sheriff Champagne delivered rare good news: inmate per diem costs are falling, projected at about $1.17 million for 2027 versus $1.3 million budgeted. He warned the $30/day rate will need an increase next fall.
Council approves St. Charles Parish sheriff’s request to increase jail rates - St. Charles Herald Guide
Council approves St. Charles Parish sheriff’s request to increase jail rates St. Charles Herald Guide
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