Mayor Broome Announces 2024 Neighborhood Convention

Baton Rouge, LA - July 26, 2024 - Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome is proud to announce the 2024 Connecting East Baton Rouge Neighborhood Convention. The event will bring together hundreds of neighborhood leaders and residents, business owners, city-parish department heads, public safety leaders, and youth from across the parish for a day of sharing tools and best practices needed to build strong, connected neighborhoods.

"Our vision is for residents to know and help their neighbors live in safe, vibrant neighborhoods where all feel welcomed and loved, sharing a strong sense of pride and community," said Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome. "Please join us to connect, educate, and inspire neighborhood leaders to network and collaborate to improve the quality of life for all.

"The Connecting East Baton Rouge Neighborhood Convention is a fantastic initiative that will empower residents and neighborhood leaders from around the parish with the tools they need to build safer, more connected communities," said Gary Patureau, Executive Director of Tara Crime Prevention District. "It's an excellent opportunity to come together, share best practices, and work towards a unified vision for our neighborhoods."

This innovative event will offer numerous workshops where registrants can learn what it truly means to be a good neighbor in today's world - through heart, action, and service. How can we help neighbors across our parish together solve the kinds of challenges that neighborhoods typically encounter? What are the best ways to connect with City-Parish resources for a more beautiful or safer neighborhood?

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Raising Cane's River Center, Baton Rouge, LA
Registration: www.brla.gov/neighbors

Goals for the 2024 Neighborhood Convention:

• Equip attendees with essential tools and information to effectively enhance their neighborhoods and connect neighbors
• Showcase proven strategies and projects from various neighborhoods to inspire and guide participants
• Guarantee that all attendees receive valuable knowledge and resources to foster inclusive community development
• Promote the importance of neighborly support and collaboration to build stronger, more connected communities
• Offer guidance on forming and maintaining effective neighborhood organizations
• Provide methods to document and celebrate the rich heritage and narratives of local communities
• Explore innovative approaches to strengthen neighborhood identity and foster a sense of belonging among residents

Neighborhood leaders will also gain insights into collaborating with city-parish services, libraries, and parks to address key issues such as blight, public safety, flooding, and drainage. Public servants will provide guidance on building community and optimizing public resources to benefit all residents.

"As the leader of the Southern Heights Property Owners Association, I see the Connecting East Baton Rouge Neighborhood Convention as a vital tool to empower our residents and strengthen our neighborhoods," said Angela White, President of Southern Heights Property Owners Association. "This event aligns with our purpose of enhancing property values, ensuring safety, and fostering a strong community spirit. It's an opportunity for us to learn from each other and from the successes of various neighborhoods, inspiring others to apply similar strategies where they live.

"The Gardere Initiative is committed to revitalizing our community through education, collaboration, and direct action. The Connecting East Baton Rouge Neighborhood Convention aligns perfectly with our mission, as it provides a unique platform for sharing knowledge, forging partnerships, and developing actionable strategies for neighborhood enhancement," said Dr. Murelle Harrison, Director of the Gardere Initiative. "I am excited for the potential this convention holds to make a significant positive impact on our communities."

The City-Parish thanks the Federation of Greater Baton Rouge Civic Associations, numerous organized neighborhood associations, crime prevention districts, and dedicated neighbors from around East Baton Rouge Parish for their commitment, expertise, and input that helped bring this first-of-its-kind Neighborhood Convention together this fall.

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