The popular Carlotta Street block party, a 35-year Baton Rouge tradition, is planned for separate nights by two separate Facebook events, one for Friday, Oct. 29, and one for Saturday, Oct. 30.
 
The Daily Reveille incorrectly published on Friday that police were only allowing the Friday event.
 
The Baton Rouge Police Department, which provides security for the event, says the party can commence on Friday or Saturday nights or both, as long as the proper permits are acquired first.
 
Sgt. Don Kelly, BRPD spokesman, said the security costs for the permit are less for Friday night because more on-duty officers are available then, but organizers can still acquire one at a higher cost for Saturday.
 
As of Oct. 15, Facebook event for the Saturday night party had more than 1,450 “attending” guests, and the Friday night party had nearly 700.
 
Jared Loftus, North Gate Merchants Association president, said the permit for a Saturday party will cost $13,000 for the 40 needed police officers for Saturday night.
 
Representatives from each group will meet with BRPD today to discuss the event.
 
 
 
 
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