When Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller speaks to groups, he usually begins by reminding the audience that his parish is the best in the state.
Economic development has been a main priority for Miller since he took office six years ago. The benefits of this prioritization are obvious when considering the record number of new business filings and the numerous expansions of existing businesses. An uptick in sales tax collections and the increase in local, national and internationally owned companies are another example of this success and growth.
When he took office, Miller created and adopted the saying “Move Here” because it not only captured the parish’s desire to recruit families and businesses, but also the unique way that residents move to action when needed. This resonated with Miller even more after seeing parish residents spring into action following the 2016 floods and Hurricane Ida and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more.