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Lafayette's Surplus: Spend or Save | Lafayette Louisiana News
Lafayette’s got a cash surplus that’s ballooning—up to $50 million, way beyond the 20% they’re supposed to keep. While hoarding funds makes sense for hurricane prep and economic stability, it’s also a missed chance to invest in housing, small businesses, downtown revitalization, or homelessness programs. The city’s consistently outperformed revenue projections by $8.5M annually over eight years—meaning they could spend more without hurting their safety net. The real question? Should they keep stacking savings—or use this windfall to build a stronger, more vibrant community now? Listen in…
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