Senate Resolution No. by Senator Harris urges the city of New Orleans to create and implement initiatives aimed at attracting quality retail and dining establishments to specific neighborhoods, particularly those east of the Industrial Canal and within planning districts seven through eleven. The resolution highlights the importance of increasing access to quality shopping and dining options as a means to enhance the economic viability and nutritional health of underserved communities in the city. It notes the decline of such establishments following Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and the subsequent recession, which led to the closure of many businesses and the rise of less desirable retail options, such as dollar stores.

The resolution emphasizes the need for the city to focus on attracting quality retailers and dining options to these areas, as they can serve as economic anchors, providing competitive merchandise and fresh food, creating jobs, and encouraging further investment. It calls for the city to ensure that all residents have access to quality goods and healthy food, thereby improving the overall quality of life in these neighborhoods. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the mayor of New Orleans to facilitate this initiative.