COLA gives gov’t 7 days to compensate traders over La beach demolitions

The Coalition of La Associations (COLA) has demanded that the government respond to their requests for compensation within seven days. The coalition is upset over the recent demolitions at Laboma Beach Resort and La Pleasure Beach, which they say have caused economic harm to businesses and displaced workers. The group has warned that if their concerns are not addressed, they may resort to protests, petitions and legal action to seek redress.

COLA stated that the demolitions, carried out by the Post-Flood Mitigation Task Force, have threatened the livelihoods of many residents who rely on beachfront businesses for their income. The coalition believes that while environmental protection is important, it should not come at the expense of the economic wellbeing of the community.

They have called for a transparent compensation process that would assess the damage to buildings, equipment, furniture, stock and other business assets, as well as the impact on livelihoods. COLA also wants to ensure that the affected businesses are involved in the planning and implementation of any future redevelopment projects along the La coastline.