Metro Councilman Aaron Moak joins the show to discuss Baton Rouge’s evolving public safety challenges and the city-parish’s financial future. From the aftermath of incidents near LSU to the potential arrival of the National Guard, Moak emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and strategic resource deployment. The conversation centers around the Thrive Plan and upcoming millage propositions, which aim to stabilize funding without raising taxes. Moak also highlights efforts to consolidate services, trim budgets, and rethink outdated allocations. Plus, the episode wraps with a preview of the 1031 Consortium’s Halloween Festival, featuring a zombie pub crawl, costume ball, and a downtown parade for all ages.

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