Welcome to Zachary! Located ten miles north of Baton Rouge, the city of Zachary offers the convenience of a metropolitan area with all the charm of small-city living. Zachary is a city of approximately 14,000, located in northern East Baton Rouge Parish and within an urbanized area population of approximately 550,000. The Zachary Planning and Zoning Commissions are seeking proposals from professional planning consultants for services in the development of a new comprehensive plan. (See the complete RFP by clicking on the link in the side bar and on the Demographics Page, download the zoning map.) Quality of life is important to the people of Zachary, evidenced by the mission, vision and values set in place by the Zachary Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber’s mission is: To promote and enhance the economic, business and community development of the Zachary area. The vision is: To be the driving force for a new Zachary by establishing leadership to improve the quality of life through families, schools, business and government. Our core values are: Community, Excellence, Faith and Family. The police department provides safety for all residents with the enhanced 911 response system, while the fire department operates efficiently from its new complex with state-of-the-art firefighting and lifesaving equipment. A modern, well staffed hospital is located within the city limits making quality health care service conveniently available. Ranked Number 1 in the state of Louisiana, academically, and considered to be the best in the area, Zachary's school system continues to be a drawing card for the city. With children and the family in mind, a new city sports complex provides recreational programs for all ages. New subdivisions are being built with affordable housing in every price range. Duplex and apartment living is also available. Keeping in line with the growing resident population, the business community is constantly expanding to offer quality products and services within minutes. Zachary continues to be one of the fastest growing small cities in Louisiana, with active community involvement just one reason for the attraction. It's easy to see why more and more people are looking to locate in what started as Zachary station between New Orleans and Memphis. Little did Darel Zachary know when he sold his farm to the railroad that one day a thriving and prosperous city would be in its place - a city where industry and agriculture can exist side-by-side. Zachary continues to grow and looks to the future by “Opening its doors for you!” Contact Us: lrioux@zacharyla.com City Links: Zachary Community School
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