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St. Landry Parish Industry

ST. LANDRY ECONOMIC INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT

Created in 1997 by the Louisiana legislature, the St. Landry Parish Economic Industrial Development District (commonly referred to as SLEIDD) has been a leader in attracting new industries and assisting in the expansion of existing businesses.

SLEIDD is composed of 17 Board Members, nine of which are appointed by the Parish Council and eight of which are appointed by the Municipal Association, who serve with no compensation of any kind for staggered, three-year terms. A professional CID, Certified Industrial Developer, and a full-time office manager manage the organization.

SLEIDD is self-financed, using no tax dollars in its day-to-day operations. Its crown jewel has been the Wal-Mart Distribution Center, a 1,200,000-square-foot structure covering approximately 30 acres under roof, employing over 1,300 people and affording full employee benefits.

SLEIDD has two industrial parks, one containing approximately 115 acres and another of approximately 422 acres, on which environmental phase 1 assessment has been completed. The smaller park is located on a completely developed four-lane road about one-half mile east of I-49, while the larger park is located northwest of Opelousas along the Grandigo Road. The larger facility has access to both railroad and highway transportation.

SLEIDD has also assisted in the expansion of existing businesses by offering tax-free bond financing. Enjoying excellent relations with both the local Chamber of Commerce and Parish Government, SLEIDD is in a position of having the ability to expedite permits and any other requirements a prospect would need. By owning the land free and clear of debt, SLEIDD is in a position of guaranteeing prospects excellent land sites at rock-bottom prices with no delays.