METAIRIE, LA – The Jefferson Chamber and Jefferson Chamber Foundation are pleased to announce the Leadership Jefferson Class of 2021. Leadership Jefferson offers its participants networking opportunities, enhanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Jefferson Parish, and an opportunity to become more actively involved in working to improve Jefferson ... Read More
Jefferson Chamber Welcomes Dr. James Gray & Advocates for Reopening of Schools in Jefferson Parish
Just two months ago, Jefferson Parish said a bittersweet goodbye to our Jefferson Parish Schools Superintendent, Cade Brumley. What we described then as more of a bite of a sweet tart than a snickers bar was, in fact, a great move for Louisiana as it gained a brilliant State Superintendent of Education. Jefferson’s School Board acted swiftly in naming Dr. James Gray as the ... Read More
JEDCO, Jefferson Chamber to Host Webinar on Small Business Financing
The coronavirus pandemic continues to impact business activity and consumer behavior. In the midst of this uncertainty, small businesses seek opportunities for sustainability and growth. Whether you are seeking economic injury dollars or continuing forward with a planned expansion, we know you have questions about the lending landscape and access to capital in Jefferson Parish. ... Read More
Jefferson Chamber Supports Millage Renewals & Hospital Sale
METAIRIE, LA – The Board of Directors of the Jefferson Chamber announced its support of renewing the Fire and Solid Waste Disposal Millages and of the sale of East Jefferson General Hospital up for vote on the ballot in the August 15 election. The renewal of the existing East Bank Consolidated Fire Department Millage would continue funding more than 90% of the total ... Read More
Mask Up Jefferson
Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng signed an emergency proclamation effective Wednesday, July 1 requiring patrons to wear masks or face coverings (which includes cloth masks, scarves, bandanas, other cloth/fabric and face shields) while indoors and in any common area in all commercial buildings, public buildings and places of worship located in Jefferson ... Read More
