MOVEBR Program Achieves Increase in Diverse Small Business Participation
The MOVEBR Program has seen great progress this year, not only in its management efficiency, but also in achieving our participation goals by local small businesses. The program continues to move projects along, engage the public through various methods and ensure that small businesses are participating in an equitable manner throughout the process. You can read more about the program here.
Construction on Florida Street ADA Project Planned to Minimize Impacts
Construction on the Florida Street ADA Compliance Project is underway with the successful bidder, Triumph Construction, a small minority-owned business based in Baton Rouge. The city-parish issued the notice-to-proceed for January 3, 2023, and MOVEBR program managers are working with the contractor to minimize impacts to parade routes during the busy Mardi Gras season. You can read more about the Florida Street ADA Project here.
Public Meeting Held for North Boulevard Corridor Enhancement Project
A public meeting was held in December for the North Boulevard Corridor Enhancement Project (I-110 to Foster/Florida) to give the public and stakeholders a look at the enhanced pedestrian and bicycle facilities designed to make travel on the corridor safer. You can read more about the public meeting here.
MOVEBR Program Keeps Public and Businesses Informed of Progress
This has been an engaging year for the MOVEBR Program. Numerous public events were held to update the public on projects happening throughout the parish and to engage small businesses. You can read more about MOVEBR's past events here.
Stay informed about the MOVEBR Program by visiting movebr.brla.gov or following @movebrla on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Let us know if you have a question or need assistance on a MOVEBR project. Be sure to sign up to receive updates so you can follow progress on projects that affect your travel or learn how your business can participate in the MOVEBR Program. Connect with MOVEBR and help us build East Baton Rouge Parish for the future!
