East Baton Rouge Parish has experienced unprecedented growth during the last four years. The next four years will see great change. With an almost complete change in the East Baton Rouge Metropolitan Council the need for proven leadership is critical. It is imperative that the citizens of District 1 have an experienced, dedicated, and qualified leader who knows what to do, how to do it, and cares enough to get it done We cannot afford the time it would take for “on-the-job-training”. We need a person with a proven record. Trae Welch is the only candidate for this seat who has the knowledge and experience required.

District 1 is unique. We have the cities of Baker, Central, and Zachary as well as the rural areas of Baywood, Chaneyville, the Plains, Pride, and the historic Port Hudson. As different as we may seem, we have common concerns and needs.

With growth comes the added stress on our drainage, our streets, fire, police, and emergency services. We must plan today with an eye on the future - 10 years, 20 years, 30 years from now. To do that requires knowledge and the skill and desire to work with the community, the local leaders, as well as state and federal government. To accomplish this we must have a leader. We must have Trae Welch.