MP Issues Statement Regarding Ongoing Projects

Lafayette pauses University Avenue, Bertrand Drive projects after pushback

LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Lafayette Mayor-President Monique Blanco Boulet announced on Tuesday that she is reassessing revitalization projects on University Avenue and Bertrand Drive after local businesses pushed back on the designs. Lafayette Consolidated Government had been working on…

MP issues statement regarding ongoing projects

In light of recent complaints about ongoing projects in Lafayette, Mayor-President Monique B. Boulet issued a statement on Tuesday.She sent us this statement, which specifically addresses projects happening now on University Avenue and Bertrand Drive, on Tuesday afternoon:As Mayor-President, working with our City and Parish Councils, our responsibility is to ensure the infrastructure we build today serves the needs of our families, our businesse…

Facing backlash, Boulet detours on University, Bertrand projects

Boulet says the hiccups around them are “growing pains.” Still, she vowed to change course as criticism has intensified of late.

After Growing Pushback on Bertrand & University Projects, Lafayette Mayor Promises New Approach To Revitalization

After mounting criticism over major road projects, Lafayette leaders say changes are coming to balance growth, safety, and business access. Continue reading…