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City economic development staff: digital licensing, retail market analysis and corridor work underway

3068901 · April 9, 2025
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Summary

Economic development staff reported progress on digital AB0/license systems, a Retail Strategies market analysis to recruit grocers and retailers, a city economic website and work on corridor improvements including Monkhouse Drive and potential federal funding requests.

An economic development presenter told the committee the department is rolling out digital ABO (alcohol beverage) cards and electronic processing for liquor licenses, which staff expect to reduce workload for Shreveport Police and speed constituent service. The presenter said the department is contracting with Retail Strategies for a market analysis to recruit grocery stores and retailers to priority…

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