Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) announced Wednesday, March 11, that it is launching a Drainage Community Engagement Series to give residents the opportunity to learn about local drainage initiatives, explore ongoing flood mitigation efforts and provide input that will help shape the parish’s long-term Stormwater Plan.
The upcoming engagement series will feature expo-style meetings where residents can visit information stations, learn about current drainage projects, ask questions and provide feedback directly to LCG staff. Community input gathered during the meetings will help inform the Stormwater Plan and guide future drainage priorities.
Meetings will take place on the following dates:
- Wednesday, March 18 – 6 p.m. South Regional Library (6101 Johnston St.)
- Thursday, April 9 – 6 p.m. South Louisiana Community College, Devalcourt Auditorium (320 Devalcourt St.)
- Tuesday, May 12 – 6 p.m. Dupuis Recreation Center (1212 E Pont Des Mouton Rd.)
The Drainage Department manages more than 2,580 miles of drainage infrastructure across Lafayette Parish, including coulees, canals and roadside ditches, according to LCG.
In recent years, the administration has increased its focus on coordination, proactive maintenance and strategic investments to reduce flood risk and improve stormwater management parish-wide…