On June 8, 2026, the Town adopted Ordinance 2026-05 annexing multiple parcels, including significant acreage north of Old Spanish Trail and the northern portion of the westbound I‑10 frontage road, following a petition by Progressive Merchants, Inc. 5-mile stretch of frontage road and several large tracts, which is typically a precursor to new commercial or mixed-use development and associated infrastructure extensions. While no specific development plan or project is detailed in the minutes, annexation for a private petitioner usually leads to needs for roads, utilities, drainage, site planning, and possibly traffic and economic impact studies.Vendors in civil engineering, planning, surveying, utility extension, and commercial site development can engage with the Town and Progressive Merchants to support feasibility, entitlement, and phased infrastructure plans for these newly incorporated areas.

The annexed tracts include multiple fractional interests and existing right-of-way; coordination with LaDOTD and parish agencies may be needed for future projects.