In this episode, Kiran Chawla is joined by East Baton Rouge Parish Constable Terrica Williams to discuss her push for a pay raise for the constable's office, coinciding with a historic increase recently approved for the Baton Rouge Police Department (BRPD). Constable Williams emphasizes that her support for the BRPD's raise does not diminish the need for her deputies to receive similar recognition for their work in law enforcement.
Timestamps
03:34 Understanding Constable Responsibilities
08:47 Historical Pay Inequities 13:11 The 15% Raise Proposal
26:23 Perceptions of Racial Division
32:34 Security Concerns in City Hall
36:16 Clarifying Constable Duties
39:47 Community Engagement and Support
Local Sponsors for this episode include:
Neighbors Federal Credit Union:
Another Chance Bail Bonds:
Family Worship Center Church