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Lafayette Mayor President Monique Boulet speaks during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a $912k sidewalk improvement project Monday June 8, 2026, at the intersection of South Washington Street and West Vermilion Street in downtown Lafayette, La. According to a Lafayette Consolidated Government press release, the project Òdelivered upgrades at six key downtown intersections, improving pedestrian accessibility, safety, drainage, and connectivity throughout the area. The improvements bring infrastructure up to current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards while creating a more welcoming and navigable environment for residents, visitors, and businesses.Ó

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Lafayette Mayor-President Monique Boulet will be the guest speaker at the One Acadiana’s Women’s Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. today at Ruffino’s on the River, 921 Camellia Blvd.

The event is sold out.

Boulet will speak on her personal and professional journey that led her to public office, One Acadiana officials said.

She will share moments that have shaped her leadership style, how she approaches leading one of Louisian’s largest local governments, and her perspective on Lafayette Parish during a time of continued momentum and opportunity.

Email Adam Daigle at adaigle@theadvocate.com.