Baton Rouge, Louisiana
RESOURCES
LINKS
The official website for East Baton Rouge Parish Government, including links to the Mayor's Office, Metro Council, and various City Departments.
The official website for the Planning Commission of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge--responsible for making zoning recommendations to the City Council. The site includes meeting schedules and agenda, as well as definitions of the various types of zoning in the Unified Development Code (UDC).
The Baton Rouge Police Department maintains a useful website that provides a breakdown of local crime by districts and zones. Southside falls primarily in District 2.
Your SSCA is one of a select group of neighborhood associations that has joined with Baton Rouge Green to maintain our unique neighborhood character. We now are participants in "Trees 101," a project to educate residents about tree maintenance and help them select the proper tree for the proper location. The project is funded by the Baton Rouge Association of Realtors through the Baton Rouge Area Foundation.
YOUR REPRESENTATIVES
SHARON WESTON-BROOME
MAYOR
Sharon Weston-Broome is the mayor-president of the City-Parish of Baton Rouge. She has held this office since 2017.
The mayor’s office can be reached at 225-389-3100.
BATON ROUGE 311
To report city service issues like potholes, blocked drainage or zoning violations call 311 or visit 311.brla.gov to request service/inspection.
Make sure to request and keep a record of your report number, and check with the agency or contact the SSCA board if your problem is not resolved.
BRPD
If you have been the victim of a crime, dial 911 for emergencies or 225-389-3863 (225-389-2000 on weekends) to speak with the police station.
Make sure to request and keep a record of your case number, and check with the agency or contact the SSCA board if your problem is not resolved.