Establishes the West End Economic Development District in Jefferson and Orleans parishes to promote economic and commercial development.
The bill creates the West End Economic Development District in Jefferson and Orleans parishes, Louisiana. The district aims to promote economic and commercial development and tourism opportunities. It is governed by a five-member board of commissioners, appointed by officials from Jefferson and Orleans parishes. The board has the authority to levy a sales tax up to 2%, subject to voter approval, to fund economic development and infrastructure projects within the district. The district's boundaries include specific parcels of land in both parishes.
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