Leaders Discuss Education, Crime and Other Issues Raised by Residents

Leaders in north Lafayette identified several priorities to help communities, including improving schools, increasing wages and decreasing crime.

Leaders met last week with the Urban League of Louisiana (New Orleans, LA) and members of the state's Legislative Black Caucus to discuss concerns with neighborhood leaders in north Lafayette.

Democratic State Rep. Vincent Pierre said improving area schools will help improve incomes, attract investment from businesses and lead to less crime. Pierre said connecting more parents to their child's school and encouraging more involvement will help. 

When parents can’t be involved, children start to slack in classwork and behavior, which can affect crime rates. And when businesses look to locate or expand, they look to invest in areas where schools aren’t failing.

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