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flag Baton Rouge's mayor proposes a $1.1B 2026 budget, cutting $15M and 420 jobs after St. George’s incorporation.

flag Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards has proposed a $1.1 billion 2026 budget, cutting $15 million from the general fund due to a $50 million revenue loss after St. George’s incorporation. flag The plan calls for eliminating 420 city-parish positions—33% of non-public safety staff—with an 11% reduction in funding for most departments. flag Police, fire, the district attorney, and public defender offices are shielded from cuts, though the public defender faces a 22% reduction. flag Support for outside agencies like the food bank and arts council may end after 2026 without additional funding. flag The budget excludes funds from the upcoming Thrive EBR initiative. flag The Metro Council will vote on the proposal December 10.

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