Business View Civil and Municipal | March 2021

100 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL MARCH 2021 DOWNTOWN WEST MONROE LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY WEST MONROE HIGH SCHOOL OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD www.tbastudio.com (318) 340 - 1550 103 Cypress St West Monroe , LA to relieve some of the flooding and drainage problems in the Highland Park neighborhood. There are about eight acres on the east end of the property that has an elevation that’s suitable to be developed. We’re looking at a residential developer that can add a small neighborhood there, because we need newer homes inside the city. The west side of that property will be for commercial development, and we are looking for things that generate commerce and sales tax for the city.” The remaining areas will feature walking and bike paths for the enjoyment of residents. Kiroli Park, another city facility, spans 150 acres and is the biggest in the region. Visitors to the park enjoy scenic walking trails, complete with covered bridges, an observation tower, and beautiful gardens. An event lodge is available for indoor events, as well as an outdoor amphitheater, fishing ponds, a dog park, and several playgrounds. “It has been voted several