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Levitt Music Series Grant Voting

Lafayette has advanced to the final public voting phase for a national Levitt Music Series Grant that could bring three years of free, professional outdoor concerts to the community beginning in 2026. Public voting begins Friday, Sept. 5 at 12:00 p.m. CT and runs through Sept. 15 at 7:00 p.m. CT. Community participation is a key factor in determining which cities are selected, with final recipients announced on November 18, 2025.

Youth Football & Volleyball Registration

Lafayette Consolidated Government’s Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Culture (PARC) Department announces that registration is now open for the 2025 Youth Football and Volleyball seasons. This year, youth athletes can participate in Tackle Football, Flag Football, or Volleyball, with a variety of age divisions offered through five local partner associations.

LafayetteNOW

Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) and the Lafayette Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) announce the official launch of LafayetteNOW, a modern emergency alert notification system designed to deliver timely, critical updates to the public when it matters most.

MICROCHIP SCANNING STATIONS

Lafayette Animal Shelter & Care Center has launched free 24/7 microchip scanning stations to help lost pets find their way home faster—and keep them out of shelters. Together, we can reunite more pets with the families who love them.

Hurricane Handbook

Hurricane season is officially here, and preparation is key! Lafayette Consolidated Government, LUS, and Lafayette Parish OHSEP have released the 2025 Hurricane Handbook-- your comprehensive guide to getting storm-ready.

CITY AND PARISH SANDBAG LOCATIONS

With inclement weather approaching, sandbag locations are open and available to residents. All locations are self-bagging, and residents must bring their own shovels and manpower.

Emergency Operations Plan

Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) today announced the completion and official publication of its newly updated Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)—a major milestone in enhancing public safety, community preparedness, and coordinated emergency response across Lafayette Parish. The updated plan is now publicly available at www.lafayettela.gov/eop.

Available Pets at the Lafayette Animal Shelter & Care Center

The Lafayette Animal Shelter and Care Center (LASCC) has loving pets waiting for their forever homes. From playful puppies to cuddly kittens, and loyal adult dogs and cats, there’s a perfect match for everyone. Check out our current available pets to find your forever friend!

ROAD & BRIDGE CLOSURES

Click here to view a map of road and bridge closures.

City & Parish Council Meetings

Stay engaged with your local government! The 2025 City and Parish Council meeting dates are now available - join us in person or tune in online to stay informed about the decisions shaping our community.

Vendor Access Registration

LCG is implementing a new software system that will provide better services to all of our vendors. As a vendor, you can now access a self-service portal on our website which will let you update your information, see your payments, and much more.

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