New commission to create permanent memorial for Bourbon Street attack victims

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Gov. Jeff Landry issued an executive order Wednesday to create a permanent memorial for the 14 victims of the New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans’ French Quarter.

“This senseless act of violence has shattered lives and shaken our State. We grieve with the families and friends of the victims and stand united in our resolve to remember and honor them. This Commission is committed to ensuring that the victims of January 1st are never forgotten. Through a permanent memorial, we will honor their lives and create a lasting place of remembrance, resilience, and unity for years to come,” Landry said in a statement.

The order establishes the French Quarter Terrorism Attack Memorial Commission, which will lead the efforts in creating the memorial. According to the governor’s office, the commission will deliver its recommendation to Landry in one year. Monthly meetings will be held to seek public input.

Here’s what to know about the makeup of the commission:

• Five victims or family members of victims (other victims or victims’ families will serve as ex-officio members)
• The First Lady of Louisiana, or her designee
• The Senior Coordinator for Victims Advocacy in the Office of the Governor (who will serve as Chair)
• The Lieutenant Governor, or his designee
• The President of the Louisiana State Senate, or designee
• The Speaker of the House of Representatives, or designee
• The Mayor of New Orleans, or her designee
• The New Orleans City Council President, or designee
• A resident of the French Quarter
• A business owner in the French Quarter
• A law enforcement officer

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