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The City of Zachary has partnered with Downtown Strategies to develop a Five-Year Action Plan for Downtown Zachary. Instead of brainstorming everything we could do, this bite-sized plan will identify practical small-scale strategies for what we should do to see immediate impact in your downtown.
Help us create a more resilient and vibrant downtown by completing our anonymous survey. Your feedback is important to the success of this partnership and the future of Downtown Zachary!
Take the survey here!
🗳️ Early Voting for Zachary Residents – October 11, 2025 Election 🗳️
📅 Early Voting Period: September 27 – October 4, 2025
Zachary residents are encouraged to participate in the upcoming special primary election on October 11, 2025. This election will fill a vacancy in the 19th Judicial District Court judgeship.
Important Details:
- 19th Judicial District Court Judge – Zachary residents vote for this seat
- Baton Rouge City Court Judge – Zachary residents do not vote for this seat
This special election is required by state law to fill the vacant judicial position.
✅ Review Your Sample Ballot
- Visit the Louisiana Secretary of State Voter Portal to view your sample ballot for East Baton Rouge Parish: Review Sample Ballots – Louisiana Secretary of State
- GeauxVote Mobile App: Download to view your sample ballot, find polling locations, and receive election reminders.
📞 Need Assistance?
- East Baton Rouge Parish Registrar of Voters: (225) 389-3940
🗳️ Early Voting Locations in East Baton Rouge Parish:
- City Hall – 222 St. Louis St, #201, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 – (225) 389-3940
- Motor Vehicle Building – 2250 Main St, Baker, LA 70714 – (225) 389-5206
- Fire Station Building – 11010 Coursey Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816 – (225) 389-7682
Your vote is important! Plan ahead and cast your ballot early to help fill this critical judicial seat.
#ZacharyVotes#EarlyVoting #19thJudicialDistrict #YourVoteMatters #Election2025
The City of Zachary is excited to announce that the Recommended Draft of the 2025 Comprehensive Master Plan Update is now available for public review!
Developed in collaboration with Villavaso & Associates and shaped by extensive community input, this draft plan outlines a bold, community-driven vision for the future of Zachary — focusing on smart growth, long-term resilience, and enhanced livability for all residents.
We’re inviting YOU — our residents, business owners, and stakeholders — to review the draft and share your thoughts before the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on October 6, 2025.
Your voice matters. This is your opportunity to help refine and shape the final version of the plan that will guide Zachary’s development for years to come.
🔗 View the Draft and Leave Your Comments:
To view the Comprehensive Master Plan Update, please click here.
To view the Proposed Future Land Use Map, please click here.
Let’s plan for a brighter future, together.
Contact:
Planning & Zoning Department
City of Zachary
(225) 654-1935 - Calesia.Anderson@cityofzachary.org
#ZacharyLA #MasterPlan2025 #CommunityInput #CityPlanning #ZacharyFuture
Mayor David McDavid is pleased to announce the 2025 Mayor’s Community Prayer Luncheon, to beheld on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center.
This year’s theme, “Thrive in 2025,” will focus on the importance of setting good goals, pursuing them with faith, and living a life that thrives in alignment with God’s purpose.
The featured guest speaker will be Sid Bream, former Major League Baseball player and Christian motivational speaker. Bream played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Pittsburgh Pirates, Atlanta Braves, and Houston Astros, appearing in four consecutive National League Championships and two World Series.
He is best remembered for his legendary game-winning slide in the 1992 National League Playoffs, a moment that propelled the Braves to the World Series and remains one of baseball’s most iconic plays.
Since retiring from professional baseball, Bream has dedicated his life to sharing his faith and inspiring others. His motivational talks center around:
- Faith and Values - Living a life guided by Christian principles.
- Perseverance – Overcoming challenges and setbacks with determination.
- Teamwork and Leadership – The importance of working together to achieve success.
- Character and Integrity – Upholding honesty, humility, and strong moral values.
- Inspiration from “The Slide” – Using his famous moment as a lesson in finishing strong and trusting God’s plan.
The luncheon will also feature entertainment by the Zachary High School Jazz Band and Choir and First Baptist Church Zachary Praise Team. A complimentary fish fry lunch will be served, and doors will open at 11:00 a.m.
Mayor McDavid encourages the community to come together for a time of fellowship, worship, and inspiration at this special annual event.
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The City of Zachary is proud to announce that it has been awarded a Keep Louisiana Beautiful Trash Receptacle Grant. Through this initiative, four new “Let Louisiana Shine – Stop Littering” receptacles have been installed at the newly constructed Zachary Police Station on Old Slaughter Road.
The purpose of this grant is to help communities reduce litter and maintain cleaner, more attractive public spaces. Research shows that the presence of properly placed and maintained trash receptacles can reduce litter by as much as 78 percent.
“We are grateful for this opportunity to partner with Keep Louisiana Beautiful and the State of Louisiana,” said [Insert City Official’s Name/Title]. “These receptacles are an important step in our commitment to keeping Zachary clean and welcoming for residents and visitors alike.”
The City of Zachary extends its appreciation to Keep Louisiana Beautiful, the State of Louisiana, and the Office of the Lieutenant Governor for their continued support in promoting a cleaner, greener community.
The City of Zachary, in partnership with Waste Management, is announcing important updates to recycling and garbage collection services for residents.
Beginning October 6, 2025,Waste Management will deliver new 96-gallon recycling carts to households across Zachary. These larger carts will replace the current 18-gallon bins and are designed to accommodate increased recycling capacity. The new carts will be serviced using automated trucks, phasing out the older rear-load collection system.
Residents who wish to keep their old 18-gallon bins may do so; however, Waste Management will no longer collect recyclables from them once the new carts are in place.
Additionally, new garbage and recycling rates will go into effect in October:
- Residential Garbage & Recycling: $33.30
- Senior Garbage & Recycling (inside city limits): $18.15
These upgrades are an important step in making Zachary’s sanitation services more efficient and sustainable. We appreciate the community’s cooperation as we continue working toward a cleaner, greener city.
For more information, residents may contact the City of Zachary, 225 654-1902.
Click HERE for Waste Management's press release.
The City of Zachary is considering amendments to the Unified Development Code (UDC). Proposed changes include:
• Updated standards for Bed & Breakfast operations
• Revised rules for drive-in/drive-through hours
• New distinction and permit cap for mobile vendors
• Allowing limited use of metal as an exterior material
• New threshold for accessory building size review
• Addition and clarification of definitions
A full copy of the draft text amendments is available on the City of Zachary’s website HERE, or at City Hall during normal business hours.
🏆 It’s time to submit your nominations for the 2025 Zachary Citizen of the Year!
Help us honor someone who makes our community shine — nominate today! ✨
All Zachary municipal offices, including Zachary City Court, will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day.
Garbage and recycling collection will run as scheduled and will not be impacted by the holiday.
The City of Zachary wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!
Upgrades to help traffic move more smoothly through Zachary are on the way. The City recently accepted bids for two major intersection projects: extending the southbound turning lane on Church Street at Old Scenic Highway, and the northbound turning lane on Main Street at Plank Road.
In the coming weeks, you’ll notice red cones at both intersections as crews begin the excavating and cutting phase. These improvements are funded through the City of Zachary’s dedicated street funds. Mayor David McDavid noted that traffic often bottlenecks at these locations, creating long lines for turning vehicles. Once complete, the upgrades are expected to significantly ease congestion and improve travel for drivers.
