Baton Rouge Mayor Edwards thanks Sen. Barrow for $1M in community funds

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards expresses his appreciation for Sen. Regina Barrow for securing funding for community initiatives in the parish.

Barrow secured $1,025,000 in state funding to support key public safety and community development in the city-parish. The appropriation will directly support violence prevention, neighborhood outreach and health-focused programming.

“Senator Barrow’s unwavering dedication to Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish is truly remarkable,” said Edwards. “This $1 million appropriation will significantly benefit our citizens, and we sincerely appreciate her efforts to secure these essential funds.”

The million-dollar appropriation would support projects including:

• $25,000 — Back to School Event: Community Outreach
• $49,900 — Domestic Violence and Mental Health Services (Vee and Cai)
• $50,000 — Community Health Clinic (Dental)
• $50,000 — Community Outreach Events: Prevention and Intervention
• $50,000 — Community Junior Take Over Day
• $60,000 — Educators R Essential: Back to School Event
• $75,000 — Community Development: Glen Oaks Security Dads
• $100,000 — Community Neighborhood Bonding
• $120,000 — Council District Outreach: Districts 1-12
• $445,100 — Office of Violence Prevention

“This appropriation is an investment in our future,” said Barrow. “It will allow us to address critical needs, support, and improve the quality of life for all our residents. I am proud to champion these resources for our community.”

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