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Winn Parish board discusses buying 60–80 acres to attract businesses
Summary
Board members discussed purchasing 60 to 80 acres and subdividing it into smaller parcels as a strategy to attract businesses to Winn Parish; juror Author Robinson offered related ideas about jobs and business attraction.
Board members discussed a potential land-acquisition strategy to attract employers and economic activity to Winn Parish, including buying "60 to 80 acres" and dividing the property into small parcels for resale or development. The suggestion was presented as one of several options; no purchase authorization or funding decision was taken at the Aug. 26 meeting.
Juror Author Robinson addressed the board with ideas about bringing jobs and businesses to the parish during public comment. Board members and attending jurors discussed the acquisition concept alongside other redevelopment ideas as part of a broader business strategy conversation.
