City of New Iberia responds to tax prop criticism

City of New Iberia responds to tax prop criticism

The city of New Iberia is proposing a 1% tax increase for shoppers at Lagniappe Village, raising questions among residents.The proposal would add $1 in taxes for every $100 spent. City officials said all money raised by the tax would go back into the shopping center for expansion and upkeep, with the goal of attracting new businesses.In addition, Mayor Pro Tempore Ricky Gonsoulin said attracting more stores could bring shoppers from outside New …