One Acadiana advocates for policies that strengthen Acadiana’s economy, support business growth, and improve quality of life. Our role is to bring the business community’s voice to the table, provide clear and credible information to policymakers, and help advance solutions that position the region for long-term success.
As a region and a state, we cannot afford to lose sight of our long-term potential for growth. Our leaders face constant challenges, including workforce gaps, infrastructure needs, and policy barriers that affect our ability to compete. Addressing these issues requires effective leadership from the business community and strong collaboration across sectors.
That’s why One Acadiana works closely with business leaders, elected officials, and community partners to champion pro-growth policies and investments that move the region forward.
Legislative Engagement
Each year, One Acadiana adopts a focused set of Legislative Priorities and maintains consistent engagement with state legislators to advance the organization’s vision of creating the best possible place for business and talent to locate and stay.
Infrastructure Advocacy
While our nine-parish region is a crucial hub for Louisiana, opportunities exist to strengthen our infrastructure assets so Acadiana can better compete for business, talent, and investment.
Urban Core Revitalization
Every region has a physical center that serves as a focal point for residents and visitors alike, and the quality of a region’s brand is heavily influenced by the quality of its core. Acadiana’s urban core — including areas around Downtown Lafayette and UL Lafayette — is experiencing renewal and growth, with significant new investments underway or announced. Sustaining this momentum will be critical to the region’s long-term success.
Public Policy Agenda
1A’s Public Policy Agenda comprehensively outlines our positions on policy issues we regard as vital to the success and prosperity of the Acadiana region, focusing on economic development, workforce & education, infrastructure, and urban revitalization & development, with a little “lagniappe” (something extra) for good measure.
Contact
André Breaux
VP, Policy & Strategic Initiatives
Andre@OneAcadiana.org
337-408-3674
