The Louisiana Speaks Regional Plan articulates visions and strategies for recovery and growth in South Louisiana. It is the result of 18 months of work facilitated by some of the top planners in Louisiana and the U.S., built upon and validated by the participation of more than 27,000 Louisianians. At the plan's heart lies a desire to preserve and enhance our distinctive cultures and our quality of life. Click here to read our 2008 Louisiana Speaks Priorities.

 

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City of Lake Charles Launches First Long-Term Community Recovery

The state of Louisiana has approved the first allocation of Long-Term Recovery Program funds for the city of Lake Charles to demolish the old Sears Building. Today LRA Executive Director and Lake Charles native Paul Rainwater joined Mayor Randy Roach in the parking lot of the structure as it was demolished, signifying the commencment of Lake Charles' downtown revitalization project, which citizens identified as their top long-term recovery project in the days following Hurricane Rita.

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Recent News more
04/15/2008    LRA bill approved by House panel; Plan expands powers and shrinks board – Times-Picayune (New Orleans)
04/12/2008    As years tick by, stories of recovery from Hurricane Katrina still abound – The Virginian-Pilot(Norfolk, VA.)
04/11/2008    Executive resigns at Land Trust; Jarmon has been embattled with critics – Times-Picayune (New Orleans)



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