Ouachita Citizens for Viable Economic Growth
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Author: Anne Madill
Started: May 15, 2006, 5:13:21 am
Target: OEDC, Mayors of Monroe and West Monroe, Ouachita Parish Police Jury, Louisiana Angel Network
Category: Economy & Business
Supporters:

10
Goal:

5,000
Goal Progress:

1% Complete
Status

Active
There is an economic need for a tourist attraction to Ouachita Parish and surrounding areas, hence the recent discussion of casino development. Although the concept has some merit, there is a large population that finds there are ethical, economic and aesthetic issues with the idea.



The purpose of this petition is to ask our local governments to initiate a viability study for options outside of the development of a casino, specifically an amusement park or entertainment complex.

Corporate sponsors from the area may be interested in funding the study.

Imagine a quaint shopping district with outlets, Ouachita River boat tours, outdoor entertainers and vendors, fountains and gardens surrounding an amusement park or entertainment complex.

This option would create a larger variety of employment positions for our somewhat depressed economy, and create much needed revenues for the betterment of our schools and students.
It would beg folks just passing through to take a weekend trip and visit us here for a closer look at all our region has to offer, thereby improving our local economy.

Finally, it would give our families somewhere to spend time together in leisure and our children the opportunity for a brighter future.

We are only asking for the consideration and further investigation into our economic options. The future of our region, and our children is at stake. More than one "choice" is a very reasonable request.




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Nancy Hood said 07/19/06, 7:31 pm (unverified)
This area has nothing entertaining that can bring families together. I one of the most dullest area I know. Monroe needs this.
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Victoria Von Aspen said 07/19/06, 7:29 pm (unverified)
I support this petition.
#9

Allison Tucker said 06/30/06, 8:19 pm (unverified)
I support this petition.
#8

Shane Scott said 06/06/06, 5:29 pm (verified)
I support this petition because Ouachita parish is in a dying need of local attractions for family members and tourist to enjoy instead of having to drive hours and take their money out of their home parish.
#7

Mike Loconsole said 05/21/06, 4:53 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#6

Kim Mallard said 05/15/06, 3:42 pm (verified)
Monroe / West Monroe is long overdue for an amusement park.
#5

Mark Mallard said 05/15/06, 3:40 pm (verified)
We need something to bring Families together for fun and enjoyment. A casino will not do that. An Amusement Park Complex would greatly help this area's depressed economy and lift the spirits of the community. A casino is not the answer for Quachita Parish.
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Maggie Loconsole said 05/15/06, 1:01 pm (verified)
More than one "choice" is a very reasonable request.
#3

James Madill said 05/15/06, 12:39 pm (verified)
I support the concept of an entertainment complex or amusement park. It would be a huge positive for this area.
#2

Anne Madill said 05/15/06, 5:13 am (verified)
this area is need of an economic facelift. An entertainment complex would provide a variety of jobs, tax revenue and a place for the community to come together.
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