Business Services

from ELEVATE 2021

BASF

ASCENSION PARISH LIBRARY

(Gonzales Branch) 708 South Irma Boulevard (877) 381-7130 Counseling By Appointment Only

ASCENSION ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (AEDC)

AEDC is a nonprofit organization aimed at diversifying the economy, increasing the tax base and creating quality, permanent jobs in the community. AEDC has access to resources and data that can help both new and existing businesses. For more information, call (225) 675-1750 or visit ascensionedc.com.

SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns; to preserve free competitive enterprise; and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. They recognize that small business is critical to our economic recovery and strength, to building America’s future, and to helping the U.S. compete in today’s global marketplace.

Although SBA has grown and evolved in the years since it was established in 1953, the bottom line mission remains the same. The SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations, SBA delivers its services to people throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Guam.

Local SBA Louisiana District Office

365 Canal Street, Suite 2820, New Orleans (504) 589-6685

TAX, LICENSE & PERMIT INFO

As employers, businesses are required by law to withhold state and federal income taxes and social security taxes from the wages of employees. Employers must also pay employer social security tax and unemployment insurance tax. For business tax information concerning federal income, social security and self-employment taxes, contact the Internal Revenue Service at (800) 829-1040 or visit irs.gov. All businesses in Ascension Parish are required to obtain a local occupational license. Costs for licenses are based on annual gross receipts, and vary according to business classification. Local permits for beer and liquor are also issued by these offices.

TAXES CONTACTS

Local Sales Tax

Department: Ascension Parish Sales Tax Authority 1124 South Burnside Avenue (225) 621-2635

State Sales Tax

Department: Louisiana Department of Revenue & Taxation Central Registration 617 North 3rd Street (225) 219-7318 revenue.louisiana.gov

Unemployment Insurance Tax

Department: Louisiana Workforce Commission 1001 North 23rd Street (225) 342-8989 laworks.net

LICENSES & PERMITS CONTACTS

Zoning (Zoning, Building/Contractor Permits, Flood Zones) Department: Ascension Parish Building–Department of Planning

615 East Worthey Road (225) 450-1002