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Economic Development Committee

November 1, 2005

To assure an open, inclusive and vibrant business community that will create livable wage and higher salaried jobs to our qualified citizens

Agenda

Process
Action Plan/Statements
What is the end result to be achieved?
Resources Discussion


Potential Problem Analysis (PPA)

I. POTENTIAL PROBLEMS

     A. State Action/Plan (purpose/steps)

          1. What is the end result to be protected?
          2. What steps must be taken to reach the end result?
          3. What are the critical steps?

     B. Anticipate Potential Problems (probability/seriousness)

          1. What might go wrong?
          2. What is the probability that the potential problem will occur?
          3. What is the seriousness if the potential problem does occur?

II. LIKELY CAUSES

     A. Anticipate Likely Causes

          1. What could cause this potential problem?
          2. What else could cause this potential problem?

III. PREVENTIVE AND CONTINGENT ACTIONS

     A. Select Preventive Actions

          1. What actions can be taken to address each likely cause?
          2. What actions can be taken to reduce the probability of the potential problem occurring?

     B. Select Contingent Actions (triggers)

          1. What action will minimize the effects/seriousness of the potential problem if it does occur?
          2. What information or event will trigger each contingent action?

     C. Modify Plan

          1. How will preventive and contingent actions be built into the plan?
          2. How will the plan be monitored?

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Overview

The approach for the Economic Development committee is to focus squarely on the essential elements for developing and sustaining business growth and success through business and retention, expansion, and relocation back to the city. A major objective of the committee will be to develop a plan of action to assist businesses in their efforts to rebuild and grow their companies.

Seven sub-committees were identified to coordinate efforts to provide maximum results for the project. The Committee will meet weekly, starting on Tuesday, November 1st, 2005 at 10 a.m. at the Sheraton. The sub-committees are:

  • Hospitality
  • Maritime
  • Medical/Healthcare/Research
  • Film/Entertainment
  • Technology
  • Oil and Gas
  • Workforce Development

The Committee has begun identifying local and state resources that possess the required expertise to facilitate getting the job done; as well as, individuals throughout the state to sit on the committee for Economic Development. Many have volunteered and will participate at the weekly Committee meetings.


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Resource Contact Information

 

Chair: Dan Packer
Co-Chair: William Hines

Sub-Committees

Hospitality:The entire Greater New Orleans region claims a diverse and dynamic mix of travel and tourism destinations. Visitors come to the area in record numbers and the companies serving them have realized much success.

Resources:      New Orleans Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (Steve Perry)
                        Greater New Orleans Hotel and Lodging Association 
                        Louisiana Restaurant Association 
                        Downtown Development District (Kurt Weigle & Henry Charlot)

Maritime: As the principal Gulf Coast hub for the North South transportation corridor, the New Orleans region is strategically located as a gateway to reach world markets. Specific growth segments include warehousing production and decaffeination facilities.

Resources: Port of New Orleans (Gary Lagrange & Patrick J Gallwey), Tim Overdiek

Medical/Healthcare/Research: The New Orleans universities represent key science research and development institutions and also provide rich educational resources for the area. New Orleans has also received significant support and funding for the development of a biotechnology and biomedical community.

Resources:      Louisiana Cancer Research Consortium
                        BioInnovation Center (Aaron Miscenovich)
                        Center for Bioenvironmental Research (CBR)
                        LSU Health Sciences Center (Terry Fontham)
                        Tulane Health Sciences Center
                        Xavier Universitys Biological/Life/Physical Sciences
                        Louisiana Gene Therapy Research Consortium (Steve Moye)
                        Tulane/Xavier Center (Womens Health)

Film/Entertainment: The New Orleans regions strong cultural foundation is the heart of its entertainment offerings. Its rich musical, theatre and artistic resources contribute to entertainment arenas that appeal to a diverse audience of individuals.

Resources:      Music and Entertainment Office
                        Arts Council of New Orleans (Shirley Trusty Corey-CEO)
                        Jonathan Ferrera - Artist   jfgg69@bellsouth.net
                        LED
, Dept of Film & Television (Mark Smith)

Technology: The New Orleans region is home to many, diverse information technology operations which support many of our existing industries including maritime, life sciences, and other sectors. The region is also home to major federal IT installations which support various branches of the military and federal agencies.

Resources:      Louisiana Technology Council (www.ltc-la.org) (Mark Lewis)
                        UNO Technology Park

Workforce Development:With the lack of an available pool of candidates for hire, emphasis should focus on recruitment of a skilled workforce and training resources to better align with the needs of business and industry.

Resources:      City of New Orleans (Don Hutchinson)
                        New Orleans Chamber (Sandra Gunner)
                        Low Income Advocate
                        Delgado Community College (Kathleen Nix)
                        Louisiana Technical School System (Toya Teamer)
                        Dept of Labor (Bernadette Dupre)

Oil & Gas: Once a vibrant industry with headquarters out of New Orleans, oil and gas needs to be returned to that status of years ago. In order to do that, it will take a concentrated effort by the experts in the oil and gas field working with the economic developers.

Resources: Shell, Exxon-Mobil, Freeport-McMoRan, Chevron, UNO, GNO, Inc.

 

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TIME LINE
Draft Work Plan
Week Tasks


11/7/05 Establish process to clarify and prioritize key issues

11/14/05 Report on research/subcommittee on key issues

11/21/05 Develop and implement economic development strategies

12/5/05 Assess industry/community needs with subcommittee and full committee
12/12/05 Complete sub-committee report

12/19/05 Final report and presentation

 

 

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