UPPER LAFAYETTE ON THE MOVE

UPPER LAFAYETTE ON THE MOVE...
Letter from the President: Mr. Adrian Baudoin
If you weren’t able to make it to our July membership meeting at Oakbourne
Country Club, you missed a good one. Billy Nungesser gave a saddening yet
inspirational account of the recent Gulf oil spill disaster and its aftermath. It was
a powerful experience to hear a man with such passion speak about protecting his
home parish and the Louisiana coastline.
Upcoming Events
Upper Lafayette has some exciting events planned for the fall. On September
17th, we are partnering with Bridge Ministry of Acadiana to host a 5K run at
Pelican Park in Carencro. Bridge Ministry is a neighborhood outreach ministry
located in the “Four Corners” area. Proceeds from this event will go to support
the Bridge Ministry and their efforts. You can find Bridge Ministry on the web at
www.bridgeacadiana.com. Be sure to check out the “Run Upper Lafayette” link.
Bridge Ministry/Upper Lafayette
5K Run
Pelican Park
September 17, 2011, 8:00am
September Membership Meeting
September 21, 2011 11:30-1:00pm
The second annual “Quest for Your Best” event will also happen this fall on October 18th. Mark your calendars now so you don’t miss this year’s installment of Upper Lafayette’s personal development series. This year’s
theme is “Path to Leadership”.
As always, we appreciate your continued support and encourage you to invite your friends and colleagues to
join ULEDF. You’ll find more information about membership levels in this newsletter. Help us spread the
good word about the Upper parts of Lafayette Parish!
Carencro Water System Named Water System of the Year
The City of Carencro Water System was honored on July 20,
2011 at Louisiana Rural Water Association’s Annual Awards
Banquet when they were named the Water System of the
Year (South) at LRWA’s 26th Annual Training and Technical
Conference held in Alexandria, Louisiana.
ULEDF Board of
Directors & Staff
Adrian Baudoin, President
Beau Phares, V. President
Todd Citron, Sec/Treas.
Dr. Ross Judice, Past Pres.
Amos Batiste
Don Dupuis
Cherie Hebert
Ed Krampe
Andre Moreau
Dwight Prudhomme
Dwight “Bo” Ramsay
Herbert Schilling
Monty Warren
Deborah Young
Jan Swift, Director
The LRWA Awards Program recognizes outstanding Rural
Water and Wastewater Systems and their personnel throughout
Louisiana. Carencro Water System won top honors in
recognition of their dedication to providing safe drinking water
and/or helping to maintain a cleaner environment in the water
and/or wastewater industry. Also recognized was Carencro’s
Water/Wastewater supervisor, Buster Broussard, as one of six
nominees for Water System Operator of the Year (South) Award.
Carencro Water Treatment Plant Ribbon
Cutting Ceremony
Carencro Water System honored by LRWA
On June 16, 2011, Carencro officials hosted a ribbon cutting
ceremony for this new $4.5 million water treatment plant at 125
Andre Street that has doubled Carencro’s water capacity. Designed
by ULEDF member Fenstermaker and Associates, the plant is
considered to be a state-of-the-art facility that should meet the
city’s needs as the town experiences expected growth. Mayor
Glenn Brasseaux said the new two-million-gallon-a-day plant
was designed to allow that capacity to be easily increased to four
million gallons, should the need arise. “This plant is a lot more
efficient. It is allowing us to save money from day one,” Brasseux
said. The new two-million-gallon-a-day plant was designed to
allow that capacity to be easily increased to four million gallons as
the need increases.
The City of Carencro has been very proactive in meeting the needs of its residents. By initiating the water
treatment plant upgrade, enacting a progressive zoning ordinance, and initiating a TIF that will finance
infrastructure needs, the city officials have shown far-sighted vision for ensuring that Carencro will
continue to be a wonderful place in which to live, work and invest.
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New Member Spotlight: Ace Plumbing, Inc.
Upper Lafayette’s newest member, Ace Plumbing, Inc., has
been in business in Acadiana since 1983. Founded by Andrew
Huey Arnaud of Carencro, Bryan Tabor and Arnaud’s son,
Andrew Arnaud II, took over the business in 1988. In the
past 28 years, the business has grown steadily and enjoys $1.8
million in annual sales while still remaining family-owned.
Bryan and Andrew are proud to have their sons also working
in the business alongside them.
President, Bryan Tabor, commented, “We pride ourselves as
a company that gives you a top notch job with the service
Bryan Tabor, President
to match it. Our goal is to have 100% satisfaction from our
customers and if we don’t we will give them their money back.
We do almost every aspect of plumbing form a simple plumbing repair to plumbing a big
commercial building.”
Bryan Tabor and staff
Photo by Stacey Judice
Tabor is also active in the community, serving on the board of directors of the Greater Lafayette Chamber of Commerce and as a
member of the 2011 Leadership Lafayette Class 24. As his children were growing up, he coached little league baseball, football and
wrestling for over 15 years. He served on the board of Acadian Athletic Association, now known as Brown Park. Tabor also served as
President of the Northside High School Baseball Boosters Club.
Ace Plumbing is available 24/7 for all emergency services. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
They are located at 105 Fourpark Road in Upper Lafayette off Gloria Switch Road. For further information please call (337)896-8155
or visit their website at www.aceplumbinginc.com Upper Lafayette welcomes Ace Plumbing as our newest member and we wish your
business continued growth and success!
Oakbourne Country Club Setting for ULEDF July 2011 Meeting
Oakbourne Country Club was the
lovely setting for another successful
ULEDF meeting held on July 20,
2011. Upper Lafayette’s members
and guests welcomed Plaquemines
Parish President Billy Nungesser,
well-known for his passionate defense
of our beloved Louisiana coastline.
Nungesser presented a moving Power
Point presentation which touched the
collective heart of the large crowd;
a memorable photo displayed oil
Bo Ramsay, Neil O’Keefe, Jan and Charles Wyatt
drenched pelicans in the immediate
aftermath of the BP oil spill. Never
one to hold back any punches, Nungesser shared his frustrations with the politics
behind what could have been a simple task of cleaning up the mess left by the spill.
St. Landry Parish President Don Menard also joined the meeting, and announced
his candidacy for the District 39 State Representative seat. Also well known as the
force behind Don’s Country Mart at 701 Veterans Drive in Carencro, Menard was
well-received by the attendees.
Billy Nungesser, Jan Swift, Adrian Baudoin, Don Menard
While ULEDF does not endorse candidates or get involved in political activity,
candidates are welcome to introduce themselves and give a brief message about
themselves and their desire for service. We want our members to have the
opportunity to meet and hear from the people who will potentially shape the future
of our community and state.
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Community Chronicles, Giving a Voice to Upper Lafayette and Carencro
Upper Lafayette is proud to introduce you to Stacey Judice, owner and editor of “The Community Chronicles,” who is producing a new
periodical highlighting Carencro and Upper Lafayette! Stacey celebrates her first print edition this month, and you may also view the
newspaper at www.communitychronicles.com
Stacey began writing after a tragic auto accident took the life of her best friend. “The only release from the weight of grief for me
was writing in a journal,” Judice explained. In 2005, an opening with the Carencro News as a free lance writer allowed Judice to test
her writing skills. She said, “It wasn’t long before I fell in love with telling positive stories about every day people. I soon realized that
everyone has a story of inspiration behind the extraordinary and mundane experiences in life. My goal was to tell the stories that were
left out of larger publications.”
The best part of freelance writing was being able to write and perform job duties from her home while raising
her three sons. After The Carencro News was
discontinued, Judice began freelancing for the
Daily World, Daily Advertiser, and the Teche News.
Judice said, “While it was great to write for larger
publications, my heart was hurting as the stories
kept coming from Upper Lafayette. While I could
get some of the articles published, others sat in a file
called “Waiting for Print“. In February 2011, two
sick children kept her home during which time she
created a website called “Community Chronicles.”
The goal was to give an outlet for all those untold
stories about Upper Lafayette!”
Stacey Judice
The Community Chronicles has grown from publishing six stories to sixteen pages each month. The fastgrowing publication uses the slogan “Giving a voice to Upper Lafayette and Carencro.” Each month, Stacey calls
Jan Swift asking for input and articles to promote Upper Lafayette, for which our foundation is grateful! “My main goal is to tell positive
stories that will help paint a better reputation for the area that my family calls home. As I sit down each month to upload the stories on
the website, I find myself laughing, crying, and rejoicing at the wonderful articles that are published in the Community Chronicles,”
Judice stated. Anyone having an idea for an article or who wants more information, please email [email protected].
This month, Judice will launch the Community Chronicles in print at over thirty-three locations in Upper Lafayette and South St.
Landry Parish. Judice stated, “People want to read positive stories that not only tell a good story, but help the reader walk away wanting
to make a difference in the world today. Each month, news articles, personal interest stories and other great reads will be found in our
publication. It is also my desire to give other stay-at-home moms a chance to share their writing talent with our readers.”
“Keeping God first, family second, and telling stories that are more than worthy for print” sums up how Stacey Judice balances her
faith, family and career. Upper Lafayette is a better place because of Stacey and we wish you and the Community Chronicles the best of
success!
Carencro Business Association Celebrates Carencro’s 106th Birthday
The Carencro Business Association hosted “Karoake in the Cro,” a celebration of the 106th anniversary of Carencro on July 9, 2011 at
the Carencro Community Center. Musical entertainment by Bobby Theriot, and singing and dancing by Fireman Fred, guaranteed big
smiles and a great time! Many volunteers worked to ensure a successful event which raised money for the CBA’s activities.
Congratulations to President Charlie Brunt and the CBA for another fun and memorable event which was enjoyed by all.
Jan Swift, Margaret Rozas, Jason and Stacey Judice
Enjoying the festivities.
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Upper Lafayette Organizes 5K Run/Walk to Benefit Bridge Ministry of Acadiana
Pelican Park in Carencro will be the setting of Run Upper
Lafayette, our first annual 5K Run/Walk to be held Saturday,
September 17, 2011, with the one mile fun run commencing
at 8:00 am, and the 5K following immediately thereafter.
Partnering with Bridge Ministry of Acadiana, Upper Lafayette is
organizing the event while working closely with the Bridge’s staff
member Jennifer Reynaud, and founding board member, Nelson
Warner. The $25.00 entry fee entitles each participant to a dri-fit
t-shirt with the Run Upper Lafayette logo prominently displayed
on the front of each shirt, which are to be printed by Sideline
Sports on E. Gloria Switch Road.
Interested participants may register on-line at Bridge Ministry’s website at www.bridgeacadiana.com. All net proceeds go directly
to the Bridge’s neighborhood outreach ministry, a 501(C)(3) charitable non-profit organization located in the ‘Four Corners’ area
of Lafayette. Please take the time to visit their website and learn more about this exciting ministry which counts dozens of local
churches among its partners. Volunteers to help coordinate race day activities include Madame Cindy Barry (Lafayette High French
teacher) and the Lafayette High School Serteens, as well as Kat Crappell (Lafayette Rotary North) and the Carencro High Rotaract
members. With our local youth involvement, we hope to recruit many young runners who will spread the news about Upper
Lafayette to their peers!
The event is slated to be a family friendly occasion, with a one mile Fun Run, followed by the 5K which will commence at Pelican
Park and wind around side roads that do not experience heavy traffic flow. The race is being US Track and Field certified by local
runner Todd Delahoussaye, who is well known in running circles. Drinks will be provided by Acadiana Bottling, and jambalaya is
being prepared by Prejean’s Restaurant. Special thanks go to our sponsors: Festival Acadiens, the Jim Lambert Law Firm, and our own
ULEDF member IberiaBank! We appreciate the generosity of our community and look forward to partnering with Bridge on what we
hope will become a yearly event. For more information, please call Jan Swift at (337)278-0408.
Special Thanks to Upper Lafayette Economic Development Foundation Members!
PLATINUM
Acadian Ambulance Service
Acadiana Computer Systems, Inc.
Acadiana Rubber & Gasket
Aries Marine Corporation
ASH/Badger Oil Company
Home Furniture
Hub City Ford, Inc.
IberiaBank
McDonald’s of Acadiana
MidSouth Bank
Our Lady of Lourdes
Republic National Distributing Company
Schilling Distributing Company
The Southwest Group
Whitney Bank
GOLD
Atmos Energy
Fenstermaker & Associates
Home Bank
Honda of Lafayette
Opelousas General Health System
VALOR Commercial Real Estate
SILVER
Ace Plumbing, Inc.
Allstates Building Systems
American Safety & Industrial Supply
Aspen Clinic
BBR Creative
Edward Jones/Bob Crist
Master Builders & Specialties
Mello Joy Coffee Company
Oakbourne Country Club
Steven Santillo, APLC
Stone Energy Corporation
Stirling Properties
Terry J. Rogers, LTD
Walters Funeral Home
BRONZE
Acadiana C.A.R.E.S.
Acadian Hills Country Club
Associated Travel Group
Jean Breaux, Jr. & Associates
Alan Broussard
David Courville–Architect
Crawdaddy’s On-Site Catering
BRONZE CONT’D
Derek Development Corp, LLC
Joey Durel
ECGC Women’s Business Center
House of Faith Church
Lafayette Convention & Visitors Bureau
Lafayette Community Health Care Clinic
Lee Verret/State Farm Insurance Agency
Lynn Guidry–Architect
Lowry’s Printing and Copying
Flo Meadows
Melancon I-49 Storage Center
Northwood United Methodist Church
Petroleum Club of Lafayette
Pope John Paul II Academy
Richard Leblanc/Leblanc’s Auto Wholesale
Ron J. Gaubert Realtors
Ken Simeral
SLEMCO
Buddy Webb/Rayne State Bank
Sylvan Learning Center
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