Criss Waddle Condemns La Pleasure Beach Demolition

Musician Criss Waddle has expressed his disapproval of the demolition of tourism businesses at La Pleasure Beach, questioning the government's decision to move forward without first attempting negotiations. In an October 2, 2026 post on social media platform X, the artist argued that authorities could have worked out an agreement with the businesses and utilized a portion of their revenue to fund initiatives aimed at addressing local flooding issues.

"Exactly what I'm saying, why can't we negotiate with the businesses that have already established there to pay a percentage of their income to the government so that it can be used to acquire equipment that helps during flooding," Waddle questioned. He went on to say that the demolition would adversely impact businesses and the local community that relies on them for their livelihoods, emphasizing the necessity for authorities to provide a meaningful and worthwhile alternative.

Waddle stressed the importance of replacing the demolished structures with something better, safer, and more appealing than what was taken down. He cautioned the government that if alternative businesses or employment options were not established prior to the next election, the affected business owners and workers might retaliate by voting against the current administration.

"That has to be done before ELECTIONS or the business owners and employees will use that as leverage to vote against you," Waddle cautioned.