Elect Eric Knight for Mayor in Carencro, LA

• City

Carencro, Louisiana

• Top Challenges

1. Issues with community taxes and funds, or at least the appearance that money is being mishandled.
2. Residents feel their basic needs aren’t being heard, especially as corporations gain influence in a town that used to focus on community.
3. Aging infrastructure and neighborhoods not getting proper expansion or repair.
4. Misuse or poor allocation of city funds.
5. Minority communities often being treated unfairly or ignored.
   

My goal is growth and development based on what residents want, not just what wealthy or powerful groups push for. I want all voices heard to guide the city in the right direction.

I want to give a voice back to people who feel ignored. Many residents feel lost in the pursuit of money and growth. I want to remind the government that its job is to serve the people.

• Black or African American: ~46–49% of population
• White: ~40–44% of population
• Hispanic, multiracial, other groups: small percentages
• Voting-age population:
• Non-Hispanic White: ~49.8%
• Non-Hispanic Black: ~46.7%
• Two or more races: ~2.1%
• Hispanic/Latino: ~1.3%
  

• Securing better jobs, local economic growth,  and the rising cost of living and utilities
• Crime and public safety
• How city funds are being spent
  

Residents are frustrated and negative about leadership. They feel city funds are mishandled and worry the current administration can’t manage the city effectively.

• Listen to the people and their concerns
• Balance growth: attract corporations while supporting local businesses
• Expand infrastructure to promote development in neighborhoods
• Fund community events to build a stronger sense of town
  

Investigate budget issues, prevent misuse of funds, and provide transparency to rebuild public trust

• Full transparency in government
• Regular town halls and forums to let residents engage in decision-making
• Create a culture where difficult questions are answered, not ignored
  

• Collaborative, flexible, and people-focused
• Combines strategic planning with input from team and community
• Uses experience as Army veteran and business owner to balance discipline, accountability, and teamwork
• Focused on achieving goals while empowering and supporting others
  

• Army and business background taught me planning, coordinating resources, and meeting deadlines
• Skilled at budget planning, financial oversight, and reallocating resources when priorities shift
• Experienced in leading teams, balancing multiple viewpoints, and keeping morale high
  

• Support local businesses, attract new investment, and create jobs
• Work with business leaders, council, and community to remove barriers to growth
• Focus on sustainable projects and entrepreneurship
  

• Work with law enforcement, community leaders, and residents to identify issues
• Make neighborhoods safer, improve infrastructure, and support community programs
  

• Collaborate with officials and organizations to increase affordable housing
• Support programs to help people move out of homelessness
• Balance immediate needs with long-term planning and listen to residents