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City-Parish offices in Baton Rouge will close on Friday, April 15, in observance of the Good Friday holiday, impacting local services. Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly for any city services they may need during this time.
City-Parish offices in Baton Rouge will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023, in observance of Good Friday, as announced by local officials. Despite the closure, residential garbage services and landfill operations will proceed as scheduled, ensuring minimal disruption for residents.
City-Parish offices in Baton Rouge will close early at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 30, due to expected inclement weather. This decision affects East Baton Rouge government facilities, as well as Head Start locations and schools, which will be closed for the entire day.
Mayor Broome announced the successful outcomes of Operation Fresh Start, a campaign initiated on February 16 aimed at tackling blight and litter in Baton Rouge. The initiative resulted in the removal of 231 tons of debris, the filling of 83 potholes, and the replacement of 125 street signs, showcasing a significant impact on community cleanliness and safety.
East Baton Rouge Parish is preparing for extreme cold and hard freeze conditions, prompting the temporary shutdown of City-Parish offices, excluding libraries, on January 16. Additionally, garbage, recycling, and trash collection services will face delays to ensure road safety during the weather event.
Mayor Broome has announced the initiation of a Request for Proposal (RFP) process for solid waste and recycling services in Baton Rouge. Contractors are encouraged to submit their bids for a significant seven-year waste collection contract, which is set to commence on March 1, 2023.
Mayor-President of Baton Rouge has announced a proposed pay increase for municipal employees, which, if approved by the Metropolitan Council, will go into effect on September 10, 2022. The plan includes a 5% increase for municipal fire and regular classified/unclassified employees and a 7% raise for municipal police employees. This initiative aims to enhance compensation for city workers and address ongoing budgetary concerns.
City-Parish services will be impacted by the upcoming Independence Day holiday, with government offices closed on July 4, 2022. However, residents can expect normal garbage collection on both July 2 and July 4, ensuring minimal disruption to waste services during this festive period.
City-Parish offices in Baton Rouge will close early at noon on March 22, 2022, due to anticipated inclement weather. This decision aims to ensure the safety of both employees and the public amidst expected severe weather conditions.
The Baton Rouge city government announced that residential garbage collection will not occur on Thursday, November 25, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Residents are advised that pickup will resume on their next scheduled collection day. This timely update is crucial for local residents to plan accordingly.