In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with EBR Mayor-President Sid Edwards to discuss the possibility of a National Guard deployment to the capital city, the "Thrive" initiative, and feedback on the proposed EMS-Fire Department merger. Chapters 01:23 National Guard Deployment in Baton Rouge? 16:58 Understanding Thrive Initiative and Ballot 23:37 The Future of City of EBR Services 30:15 Addressing Public Safety Concerns 39:14 Controversies Over Local Taxes 40:43 Reflections on Nine Months in Office 42:35 The EBR Fire Department Merger Discussion Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: 'Another Chance Bail Bonds: Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:
