Acting as a liaison between the community, state, local, and federal governments to identify needs and potential solutions, the function of The Gretna Economic Development Association (GEDA)
is:
» To improve the business climate within the City of Gretna as well as provide a vehicle to assist in the development of new businesses.
» To promote and encourage tourism along with enhancing the knowledge of local residents and potential tourists.
» To develop affordable housing, preserve historical landmarks, and beautify homes and parkways.
In addition to the Gretna Heritage Festival, GEDA sponsors the following activities:
» Cancer Relay for Life
» Gretna Art Walk
» Gretna Christmas Tree Lighting
» Gretna Farmers Market
» Gretna Heritage Festival
» Gretna Home Christmas Decoration Contest
» Lundi Gras
» Night Out Against Crime
» Pawdi Gras Program
» Volunteer Appreciation Reception
» We Support Our Troops
2006 Elected Officers
President
Anthony Buckley III
Vice President
Mark Cambre, Sr.
Member at Large
Frank Roccaforte
Correspondence Secretary
Peter De Broeck
Treasurer
Diane S. Szabo
Gretna Economic
Development Association
739 Third St.
Gretna, La 70053
