Franklin Fire Dept Negotiates Funding | Baton Rouge News

Franklin Fire Department and St. Mary Parish are locked in tense negotiations over fire protection funding for District 5, with the department warning they may pull services unless a deal is reached. The dispute centers on a 1987 agreement the city says has long been outdated — claiming over $1.5 million in owed funds due to population and housing growth. They’re not asking for more per capita, just updated numbers to reflect current needs. While tensions run high, the fire chief remains committed to finding a solution and is actively exploring options — keeping the public informed as talks continue. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fa9af05d7a587462