Vernon Parish - Local Recovery Vision

In the next 10 to 20 years Vernon Parish will:

• Be a vibrant community flourishing with diversified large and small businesses throughout the Parish
• Be a well-trained, well-educated and well-compensated workforce, full of life-long Vernon Parish residents
• Have well-organized and well-planned residential communities with a wide variety of housing options for all income levels
• Be the envy of the state and the nation due to our beautiful lakes, fish and wildlife resources, recreational areas and vibrant timber industry
• Ensure that Leesville has a revitalized and thriving downtown revolving around our history and heritage, specifically our Historic Courthouse Building
• Maintain our small-town atmosphere, low crime rate, quality public school system, and the spirit of camaraderie throughout our entire community
• Have a well-equipped multi-purpose community center which will also serve as an emergency evacuation center
• Plan and implement a well-managed evacuation plan for our residents and for our southern neighbors to find refuge in the event of a future emergency