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Baton Rouge's mayor proposes a $1.1B 2026 budget, cutting $15M and 420 jobs after St. George’s incorporation.
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.
The plan calls for eliminating 420 city-parish positions—33% of non-public safety staff—with an 11% reduction in funding for most departments.
Police, fire, the district attorney, and public defender offices are shielded from cuts, though the public defender faces a 22% reduction.
Support for outside agencies like the food bank and arts council may end after 2026 without additional funding.
The budget excludes funds from the upcoming Thrive EBR initiative.
The Metro Council will vote on the proposal December 10.
El alcalde de Baton Rouge propone un presupuesto de $1.1B para el 2026, recortando $15M y 420 empleos después de la incorporación de St. George.