The City of Winnfield is notifying residents and property owners about significant upcoming changes to Louisiana’s tax sale system that will take effect at the beginning of 2026.

According to city officials, Louisiana tax sales will officially transition from the traditional sale of tax sale titles to a new system based on tax lien certificate auctions effective January 1, 2026.

Before the new process begins, the City of Winnfield will conduct its final tax sale under the current system on May 30, 2026.

City officials said the transition marks a major procedural change in how delinquent property taxes will be handled moving forward across the state.

Under the current system, purchasers at tax sales can obtain tax sale titles on delinquent properties. Beginning in 2026, however, future auctions will involve tax lien certificates instead, changing the rights and procedures associated with tax sale purchases.

The city is encouraging property owners and prospective bidders to become familiar with the upcoming changes and future tax lien auction procedures.

Officials also announced that the delinquent tax listing for 2025 is now available for public review. Property owners wishing to make payments on delinquent taxes can do so through the City of Winnfield’s official website.

City leaders emphasized the importance of staying informed as Louisiana transitions to the updated tax lien certificate system, which will impact future tax sale processes statewide.