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[quote]Having prior experience in municipal government budgets, I know EXACTLY what the end result of any new incorporation effort will be. When the new city council proposes a new millage because it suddenly realizes that it doesn't have enough funding to meet its recurring budget obligations, I w...

[quote]I'd love to see this newly formed government run a city of almost 90,000 people with a budget of $48 million (that doesn't include the formation of an entire school system, a city government, or a city court, along with any legacy costs they're going to be responsible for paying).[/quote] ...

[quote]As a non-Louisiana resident, are the circumstances of St. George completely unique? Or are there other similar areas across the state that may incorporate in response?[/quote] Actually Central already did what St George wanted to do. The circumstances in EBR probably are different in th...

[quote]This is the right decision and, in my opinion, a good thing for Baton Rouge, even for city dwellers like myself, in that it will staunch the out-migration to surrounding parishes.[/quote] Well said and yes let’s take the high road. But we can still can still call out the mayor her atto...

[quote]So how will this effect students living in St George that currently go to EBR schools in EBR ? I know this will take long while to sort out but curious what if any plans have been discussed.[/quote] It won’t affect schools until a new school district is formed....

[quote]poratorsby jmarto1What is the next step?[/quote] To their credit the organizers have been meeting regularly to fulfill their obligations and draw up plans to move forward. This is a great opportunity to get involved. Folks interested in serving should get ready. There is a lot to do....

Thank God ...

We need to build for the future. We are a long ways off from being a Super Bowl contender. I’d take the best player available, preferably a defensive or offensive lineman. Someone with longevity....

T-Bob had been missing his radio gig because his brother is getting married. I’m guess Bobby is there too....

[quote]damn. I know we needed an OT...but having the best defensive player in the draft fall to you at 14... that was way too tempting and much sexier[/quote] Let’s see the fifth best OT or the best defensive player??? Hmmmmmm...