Bill Overview
Title: Cane River Creole National Historical Park Boundary Modification Act
Description: This bill modifies the official boundary of the Cane River Creole National Historical Park in Louisiana.
Sponsors: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Target Audience
Population: People connected to or impacted by Cane River Creole National Historical Park
Estimated Size: 50000
- The Cane River Creole National Historical Park is located in Louisiana.
- The park is of historical and cultural significance, particularly to those who have heritage ties to the area, including Creole and other local communities.
- Residents of Louisiana, particularly those living near the park, will be directly affected by changes to the park boundary.
- Visitors to the park, who come from various regions, will also be indirectly affected by any changes in access or facilities.
- The park is a point of cultural heritage tourism, affecting local businesses that rely on visitors.
Reasoning
- The Cane River Creole National Historical Park is important to individuals with cultural and historical ties to the area, such as descendants of Creole communities.
- The budget constraints suggest a focus on managing local improvements and boundary adjustments without extensive new developments.
- Louisiana residents near the park will likely experience a direct impact from boundary modifications through potential changes in tourism and cultural activities.
- Individuals involved in tourism, local businesses, and cultural preservation activities may experience changes in wellbeing depending on how modifications affect park operations and visitor numbers.
- The policy's financial constraints will necessitate prioritizing areas within the park for improvement, possibly affecting accessibility and preservation priorities.
Simulated Interviews
Local business owner (Natchitoches, Louisiana)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I hope the boundary changes bring more visitors to support local businesses.
- Preservation of cultural sites is crucial for our community identity.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Historian (Baton Rouge, Louisiana)
Age: 62 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I am concerned about how boundary modifications might affect access to research sites.
- Ideally, the changes will enhance historical preservation efforts.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Tour guide (Shreveport, Louisiana)
Age: 29 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 8.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Boundary modifications could mean more job opportunities if tourism increases.
- I'm excited about potential developments but cautious about the environmental impact.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Cultural anthropologist (Houston, Texas)
Age: 54 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I support any initiative that preserves and expands cultural understanding.
- Having a clearer boundary might improve planning for educational programs.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Retired educator (Natchitoches, Louisiana)
Age: 70 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The park is a treasure, and boundary changes should consider historical accuracy.
- I hope the policy respects the history and doesn't commercialize the area too much.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Environmental scientist (Lafayette, Louisiana)
Age: 36 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 7.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- My hope is that boundary modifications will consider ecological conservation.
- Environmental aspects can be positively influenced if expansion incorporates protected areas.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Culinary entrepreneur (New Orleans, Louisiana)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think the park's cultural relevance will boost interest in Creole heritage, which benefits my business.
- Modifications should aim to respect and enhance the historical context.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Recreational visitor (Dallas, Texas)
Age: 40 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Access improvements could enhance my visits.
- I'm neutral, as long-term effects might not be visible immediately for visitors.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Teacher (Alexandria, Louisiana)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Adjustments to boundaries may make the park more educationally valuable.
- I'm hopeful regarding educational programs and resources offered post-modification.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Blogger/Travel Writer (Little Rock, Arkansas)
Age: 28 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Expansion might provide new content and enhance travel experiences for visitors.
- I'm interested in how changes will affect visitor numbers and local involvement.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $1000000 (Low: $500000, High: $2000000)
Year 2: $1000000 (Low: $500000, High: $2000000)
Year 3: $1000000 (Low: $500000, High: $2000000)
Year 5: $1000000 (Low: $500000, High: $2000000)
Year 10: $1000000 (Low: $500000, High: $2000000)
Year 100: $1000000 (Low: $500000, High: $2000000)
Key Considerations
- Future administration and maintenance costs must be regularly assessed if the boundary modification includes habitat restoration or infrastructure development.
- Potential land acquisition and its impact on local jurisdictions require careful evaluation and negotiation.