The Resilient Louisiana Commission began its work today in coming up with recommendations on how the state can jump-start its shuttered economy. Governor Edwards says great ideas are needed from this 18-member panel.
“This is going to require us all to put out thinking hats on and to be creative but that’s really what you all excel in. That’s why you are entreprenuers, that’s why you are really good at what you do,” said Edwards.
Edwards says some businesses could re-open on May 1st, if the state sees a downward trajectory in COVID-19 cases, reported flu-like symptoms and hospitalizations. But the governor says life will not return to pre-COVID right away.
“If we do, we know cases are going to spike to a degree that would be totally unacceptable, and by the way, we would be unsuccessful in reopening the economy too,” said Edwards.
Edwards says he plans to announce early next week what restrictions will be in place starting on May 1st.
The commission will examine 15 different sectors of Louisiana’s economy that include energy, manufacturing, health care, tourism, and education and provide the governor with strategies on how they can be more resilient. Edwards gave the panel words of encouragement.
“I ask for your patience, your persistence, your flexibility, and your innovation,” said Edwards.
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