- The NBC commissioned a St. Tammany Parish Oil and Gas Study to determine the Economic Development impact within St. Tammany Parish. As a result of its findings, we publicly supported the oil and gas industry’s energy production in the Greater New Orleans area and in Louisiana provided it is performed in a safe and responsible manner. We also support strong state and local oversight to ensure the industry meets its responsibilities to the community.
- The NBC, joined by over 60 business partners throughout Louisiana, in our commitment to the 2016 Coalition for A Stronger Economy (CASE) Agenda designed to support and grow Louisiana’s economy. This agenda follows a multi-year platform of priorities as follows:
- Accelerate growth in the private sector
- Adopt a pro-growth tax code
- Transform state budgeting to allow for prioritization of spending
- Develop Louisiana’s workforce to promote individual prosperity and a healthy economy for the future
- Prioritize infrastructure to sustain economic growth
- Improve Louisiana’s legal climate to be fair, efficient, and accountable
- Continuously work with Parish Officials in establishing new and improved Uniform Development Code (UDC) amendments as necessary, including a PUD overlay. A foundation for smart growth, the UDC is the basis for a parish-wide master development plan.
- The NBC continues to research and develop specific recommendations to streamline the St. Tammany Parish Planning and Zoning process.
- The NBC publicly supported the creation of the St. Tammany Parish Economic Development Districts and the passage of a new sales tax for infrastructure maintenance and improvements for economic development purposes.
Twenty Years of Impact: Celebrating, Reflecting, and Looking Forward
As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Northshore Business Council (NBC), we reflect on our journey, celebrate our successes, and look forward to the future. Since 2006, NBC has been committed to economic growth, community well-being, and quality of life in St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington Parishes.
