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Agenda for Broussard Planning & Zoning Meeting on August 8, 2024

The Broussard Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting will be held at 416 East Main Street in Broussard, Louisiana, on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 6 p.m. 

Message from Lafayette Mayor-President Boulet on the Death of Officer

I am deeply saddened to share the news of the recent loss of one of our cherished community members and a devoted officer of the Lafayette Police Department.

UPDATE – One Officer Died: LPD Officers Injured

This afternoon, a critical incident took place involving Lafayette police officers during a SWAT operation.

Louisiana LEAP Test Results Showcase Significant Achievements of Students and Schools

The Lafayette Parish Public Schools System is applauding teachers and faculty for significant achievements of the students as they pertain to 2024 LEAP test scores released Wednesday morning.

Boudreaux Disqualified from Youngsville Police Chief Race

According to a news report from KADN TV15, former Youngsville Police Chief Rickey Boudreaux has been disqualified from running as police chief in the special election on November 5, 2024.

Northside High School Hires New Head Boy’s Basketball Coach

The Lafayette Public School System is excited to announce the appointment of Ross Rix as the new head boys' basketball coach for Northside High School.

LUS Receives Dig-Smart Integration Award at ESRI User Conference

One of only five award recipients, Lafayette Utilities System (LUS) has received the Integration Award from Dig-Smart, LLC at the 2024 ESRI User Conference in San Diego, California.

Fines might not deter abuse at La. facilities caring for the disabled, audit finds

A review of how state officials respond to allegations of abuse at Louisiana facilities that care for the developmentally disabled found that fines assessed for infractions haven’t been effective in preventing abuse.

LLA Audit: Abuse and Neglect in ICFs for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

On July 17, 2024, the Louisiana Legislative Auditor (LLA) released the findings of its audit assessing the Louisiana Department of Health’s (LDH) efforts to tackle abuse and neglect in Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (ICF/DDs or ICFs).

Petition Filed to Object to Boudreaux’s Candidacy

On July 22, 2024, Lafayette District Attorney Don Landry filed a petition with the 15th Judicial District Attorney objecting to Rickey Boudreaux's candidacy to reclaim his position as Youngsville Police Chief.
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