In every City and parish/county in America businesses have made a decision to re-open throughout the month of May. While COVID19 is a virus that has affected the lives of millions, businesses are committed to get back to work using precautions to ensure the safety of employees and customers. Here are some best practices to consider before a business opens …
Continue readingCrime rates in our city have reached levels that are unacceptable. Many of our residents do not feel safe in their homes and businesses. In addition to lowering the quality of life for people living in Monroe, high levels of crime negatively impact local business owners and our economy. We need an aggressive approach to reach a level of safety …
Continue readingMonroe has the opportunity to be an economic hub for North Louisiana. We must continue to grow jobs in this area as well as prepare our citizens to have the skills necessary to support these employers. We must develop partnerships between education and our local businesses as well as potential employers. There are too many unfilled positions within the surrounding …
Continue readingInfrastructure is the backbone of any community. It’s condition will either bring people in, or it will drive them out. The people who live and work in Monroe have a fundamental right to feel safe and secure. Many of our citizens live under the constant threat of flood damage destroying their homes and businesses. We’re starting to see some our …
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