Despite shortcomings such as traffic-choked interstates and streets, the splintering of the parish as new school systems—and even a new city—have formed at its northern end, a largely substandard public school system, limited public transportation, and a murder rate that continues to soar, Baton Rouge is a vastly more livable, attractive city than it was a generation ago, writes Chris Frink in the cover story of the November 225 issue. Armed with the recently completed 324-page, 30-year master plan for land use and development called FuturEBR, the city and parish are embarking upon a new era of strategic planning for the future. “In the 23 years since (moving to Baton Rouge), I’ve seen our city grow and even progress,” Frink writes. “Today, I wonder where we’re heading.” Read the full story here.
Where is Baton Rouge heading?
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