Answer

The Board, under R.S. 43:171, is required to publish its minutes in its official journal. The statute does not provide a specific deadline; however, the minutes should be posted within a reasonable amount of time following the meeting. If the Board submits their minutes to their official journal within 20 days from their meeting, which is the deadline mandated for Municipalities, Parish Governing Authorities, and School Boards under R.S. 43:144, this would appear to be reasonable. Additionally, the Board under the Open Meetings Law is required to publish their minutes on their website, if they have one, within 10 days of publishing their minutes in their official journal. See R.S. 42:20(B)(2) Louisiana Legislative Auditor website: 05/17/2026 05:26:10 AM