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The shelter at Kristenwood is now closed. A huge thank you goes to Spencer and Beth Smith for opening the doors for those in this time of need. They are such a blessing to our community and a true example of "A Community That Cares."
While it is still functional, please be patient with us as our website is under construction.
Garbage and recycling will resume normal routes/collection times and the North Landfill will be open normal operating hours tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17th. Please visit 311.org or call 311 for more information.
Central Thruway is now OPEN in both directions.
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Central Thruway Road Closure
Tuesday, Jan. 16th
Due to expected weather conditions overnight and tomorrow, all State, EBR City-Parish and COC City Hall offices will be closed.
However, we will be monitoring the weather conditions and send out updates as we receive them.
Stay safe and stay warm.
Current Weather Advisories
Jan 15th, 10:00 AM
The More You Know💫
Visit https://www.centralfd.org/o/centralfd/page/weather-stations to view the weather updates in real time.
Please avoid the area at this time. (9:15PM)
The National Weather Service (NWS) is reminding folks to protect the four P's: people, pets, pipes, and plants.
We encourage you to take the necessary steps in order to be prepared for the frigid temperatures. Please visit Red Stick Ready (https://www.brla.gov/2850/Winter-Weather) for information about heating and safety.
All clear for the risk of severe weather today. EBRP is under a Wind Advisory until 6:00 PM. Sustained winds of 20-35 mph and gusts of up to 45 mph are possible.
Registration for the 2024 baseball season starts this Saturday!! Visit www.caylbaseball.com for all information.
We will be open Tuesday, January 16th at 8:00 a.m.
🔹Updated Schedule for Road Rehab Project🔹
If you have any questions, the Mayor is always available to discuss them.
Call the office at 225-261-5988 or his cell at 225-413-6473.
UPDATE: Entergy is replacing the transformer at this intersection today. We are asking you to be patient and respectful of other drivers. Drive cautiously, and remember this will be a 4-way stop.
The light at Sullivan and Hooper is working intermittently. Please use caution and treat this intersection as a 4-way stop. We appreciate your patience as we work to get the issue resolved. Thank you.