Sasaki was chosen as the planning firm to lead Plan Baton Rouge III, the third installment of downtown Baton Rouge's master plan.

Baton Rouge leaders are moving forward with the next phase of a long-term development plan aimed at transforming downtown into a world-class destination. The focus of Phase Three is revitalizing the riverfront,

The new plan will focus on attracting more residents from all income levels to downtown and bringing more activity to the riverfront.

Over the next year, community leaders will ask for your help in shaping the future of Downtown Baton Rouge. Freddie Taylor took over Poor Boy Lloyds, a Downtown Baton Rouge breakfast and lunch staple in 1985.

Leaders in Louisiana are expected to provide details about the planning firm that has been chosen to lead Plan Baton Rouge III.