- St. George Incorporation:
- The fight for the new city of St. George began in 2012 when parents advocated for a new school district.
- Despite unsuccessful attempts to create a separate school district, the idea of forming a new city gained traction.
- In 2019, St. George residents successfully passed a ballot measure supporting incorporation.
- Baton Rouge challenged this decision in court, leading to a recent 4-3 ruling by the Louisiana Supreme Court in favor of St. George.
- However, it will take years before St. George establishes its own school system1.
- Compromise and Reflection:
- Ted James, a candidate for mayor-president, reflects on the past battle over St. George.
- He acknowledges his role in the discussion and believes there should have been a better effort to force compromise.
- Despite disappointment in the Supreme Court’s decision, he is ready to govern and work with various communities2.
In summary, the fight for St. George’s incorporation has been ongoing for over a decade, with legal battles and reflections on past actions. The recent court ruling favors St. George, but challenges remain