St. George residents push back on lawsuit claiming their city was never formally declaredST. GEORGE — East Baton Rouge Parish leaders have committed to improving communication at City Hall after conflicting statements were released involving a lawsuit over St. George's incorporation date. The firm argues St. George was never formally declared a city. Melanie Carwile, a St. George resident, said she loves her neighborhood. Greg Robichaux has lived in St. George for more than 40 years. Robichaux disputes the claim that St. George is not a city.