Barbe Property - SWLA Economic Boom Continues

"Remarkably, the fastest growing MSA in the country over 2013-18 is the Lake Charles MSA. We have documented almost $117 billion in projects announced for this region since 2012---an unheard of number. About half of those projects have yet to start construction, something we expect to change, especially in mid-to-late 2019 when three LNG projects are expected to go vertical. Lake Charles is expected to continue in its role as the fastest growing MSA in the state, adding 4,000 jobs (+3.3%) in 2019 and another 5,300 jobs (+4.3%) in 2020."

Loren C. Scott
Louisiana Economic Outlook, 2019-2020

For years, Loren C. Scott, Professor Emeritus in Economics, Louisiana State University, has been considered the go-to economist for this region and beyond. Scott's Annual Louisiana Economic Outlook is quoted extensively.

His full report for 2019-2020 is available by clicking on this link with research specific to Southwest Louisiana starting on page 51. A recap of his 2017-2018 report can be found on the Port of Lake Charles' website.

Scott points out that

Lake Charles has garnered an astounding $116.8 billion in industrial announcements since 2012 and that

$56.1 (48%) are already constructed or are underway.

Details: Category: SWLA Economic Boom Continues!

The formal ribbon cutting celebrating the opening of Contraband Parkway was held on August 29, 2019. This link leads to comments by Mayor Nic Hunter following the ceremony. His remarks stress the importance of Public/Private Partnerships such as the Contraband Parkway Project.

As the owner of Contraband Pointe, Block 18 of Barbe Properties, LLC, is proud to be one of these private partners, having donated well over 11 acres for the 4-lane road that now connects Prien Lake Road at the Contraband Pointe Traffic Circle to Nelson Rd at L'Auberge Avenue.

Thanks to Robin Richardson with KPLC TV for allowing us to capture and post her interview. Click here for Robin's coverage.

Area Economy Remains Strong, Oct, 2019
Loren Scott's 2020-2021 Louisiana Economic Outlook, Sept, 2019
FERC Accepts Commonwealth LNG Application, Sept, 2019
Contraband Parkway Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Aug, 2019
Houston Chronicle Article re Cameron LNG beginning operations, Aug, 2019

From the NE corner of the property
facing Casinos
Contraband Bayou bordering North boundary of Contraband Pointe

Facing North from the Traffic Circle at
W. Prien Lake Road and Contraband Parkway

Facing East from Nelson Road at L'Auberge Blvd. Contraband Pointe from Nelson Road at L'Auberge Ave

Property Description

Nearby Commercial

Waterfront Possibilites

Parcels Available

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