Lafayette Housing Authority Honors Its Legacy
The Lafayette Housing Authority (LHA) marked a major milestone this month, celebrating 85 years of service to the community with a vibrant event held at its headquarters on Kattie Drive. The celebration brought together residents, staff, and local leaders to reflect on the agency’s legacy and its ongoing mission to provide safe, affordable housing across Lafayette Parish.
Mayor-President Monique Boulet delivers remarks celebrating Lafayette Housing Authority’s 85 years of service.
The event featured remarks from Mayor-President Monique Boulet, City Councilmen Kenneth Boudreaux and Elroy Broussard, and Parish Councilman A.B. Rubin, who praised LHA’s enduring commitment to housing stability and opportunity.
Executive Director and CEO Latweeta Smyers stated: “This celebration is not only about our past, it’s about the partnerships and people who continue to shape our future.”
Founded in 1940, LHA has grown from its early beginnings into a cornerstone of housing support in Lafayette Parish, operating both Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) programs that serve hundreds of families each year.
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- Pastor Alex Lazard leads the community in prayer, opening the Lafayette Housing Authority’s 85th Anniversary celebration.
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- Staff and local leaders bow their heads in prayer.
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- Board Vice-Chairman Conrad Comeaux and Commissioner Maisha Drexler join in prayer.
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- Councilmen Elroy Broussard and Kenneth Boudreaux bow in prayer alongside fellow attendees.
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- Executive Director Latweeta Smyers addresses the audience, reflecting on LHA’s legacy and future.
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- Councilman Kenneth Boudreaux shares remarks honoring LHA’s contributions to housing and community development.
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- Staff and leaders listen attentively to reflections on LHA’s history and vision for the future.
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- Parish Councilman AB Rubin speaks on the importance of continued community collaboration.
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- Board Chairman Chip Jackson offers reflections on LHA’s leadership and impact.
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- Resident Council President Leisha Carter shares her perspective on resident engagement and empowerment.
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- Speakers and Commissioners gather for a commemorative photo.
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- Staff and Mayor-President Monique Boulet pose together in celebration of the milestone event.
