Hiring CPEX

Building a more livable Louisiana—through sustainable planning, vibrant communities, and resilient development.

The Power of Planning

When planning is prioritized:

Communities are strengthened by increased access to opportunities.

Louisiana’s economic competitiveness is enhanced through well-designed, connected regions that attract businesses and talent.

Communities are better equipped to both preserve and capitalize on their natural resources and assets.

Public health improves as opportunities for physical activity increase and streets become safer for walking and biking.

Louisiana’s unique cultural traditions, natural resources, and distinctive places are protected and celebrated, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Great Places Don’t Just Happen

Without CPEX as Louisiana’s only non-profit planning organization, many of our communities would not have adequate access to planning resources.

With strategic planning, communities can:

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Expand Access to Opportunities

Public Transit Expansion: Improving bus and rail networks to connect underserved areas with job opportunities, education, and healthcare.
Workforce Training Programs: Partnering with local colleges and trade schools to offer job training programs aligned with industry needs.
Affordable Housing Development: Implementing mixed-income housing projects near job centers and transit hubs to ensure residents have access to employment opportunities.

Enhance Economic Competitiveness

Regional Transportation Planning: Investing in highway, rail, and port infrastructure to facilitate the movement of goods and people, attracting industries like logistics and manufacturing.
Innovation Districts: Establishing hubs where businesses, research institutions, and entrepreneurs collaborate, such as a technology corridor or bio-medical research park.
Zoning and Incentives for Business Growth: Streamlining development regulations and offering tax incentives to attract high-value industries to Louisiana’s cities and towns.

Preserve and Leverage Natural Resources

Coastal Restoration Projects: Investing in wetland restoration and flood protection to safeguard communities while supporting fisheries and eco-tourism.
Sustainable Land Use Planning: Encouraging green infrastructure, such as permeable pavements and rain gardens, to manage stormwater effectively.
Eco-Tourism Development: Promoting guided swamp tours, wildlife preserves, and historic plantation visits to boost the local economy while preserving Louisiana’s natural heritage.

Improve Public Health Through Active Living

Complete Streets Policies: Redesigning roads with bike lanes, sidewalks, and traffic calming measures to make walking and cycling safer.
Parks and Greenway Expansion: Developing recreational trails and green spaces in both urban and rural areas to encourage outdoor activity.
Safe Routes to Public Services: Enhancing pedestrian infrastructure to expand access and promote walking and biking.

Protect and Celebrate Louisiana’s Culture and Heritage

Historic Preservation Grants: Funding for restoring historic buildings and cultural landmarks in towns and cities across Louisiana.
Cultural Tourism Initiatives: Supporting festivals, museums, and heritage trails that showcase Louisiana’s rich traditions, such as Mardi Gras, Creole culture, and Cajun music.
Scenic Byway Development: Enhancing Louisiana’s scenic routes to promote rural tourism while protecting natural landscapes and historic sites.

CPEX's Planning Commitment

CPEX is committed to the actions that will help communities and elected officials make informed regionally-coordinated decisions about their future development.

Educate and inform decision-makers about the benefits of using Smart Growth principles

Connect communities to planning and implementation tools and resources

Develop and advocate for policies that remove barriers to sound planning and implementation

The Benefits of Planning for Sustainable Development

Planning is essential to responsible growth and development.

Preserves cultural identity and sense of place.
Encourages equitable access to opportunity.
Creates sustainable economic prosperity.
Protects and restores our natural resources.

Contact Us to Start Planning Your Future

Ready to shape the future of your community? Contact us to start your planning journey today.

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