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flag BREC will cut 10% of staff, freeze hires, and explore privatization to ensure long-term sustainability.

flag BREC, the East Baton Rouge Parish recreation and park commission, announced on January 16, 2026, that it will lay off 10% of its workforce, impose a temporary hiring freeze on non-critical roles, and pursue privatization of certain operations to improve efficiency and long-term sustainability. flag The changes follow a review identifying less essential positions and come amid broader organizational restructuring after a 2025 state law altered the commission’s membership. flag BREC is also evaluating retirement benefits and forming partnerships to manage aquatics and security. flag Interim Superintendent Janet Simmons said the steps, while difficult, are necessary to responsibly manage public funds and maintain services.

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