The bill enacts a new section, R.S. 41:1215.4, which specifically addresses the leasing of the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center located in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. It grants the governing authority of Ascension Parish the power to enter into leases for all or part of the Expo Center, which is situated at 9039 St. Landry Road in Gonzales. The bill stipulates that any lease agreement must outline the permitted uses of the property and requires approval from the governing authority of Ascension Parish.
This legislation is designed to streamline the process for leasing the Expo Center, ensuring that local governance has the authority to manage the property effectively while also maintaining oversight through the approval requirement. The bill reflects a commitment to local control over public land use and aims to facilitate the operational needs of the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center.