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Posts by Angie Eckman

Mayor Ken Ritter & City Council Appoint Interim Police Chief Cody Louviere

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From Mayor Ken Ritter:
Cody Louviere has been appointed interim Chief of Police by an unanimous vote of the Youngsville City Council. An election has also been called for November 5, 2024 to fill the unexpired term of former Chief of Police Rickey Boudreaux who resigned effective August 21st.
Chief Louviere is a proud resident of Youngsville and a 12 year veteran of the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office most recently serving as a Patrol Lieutenant/Watch Commander & South District Commander.
Please join me in welcoming Chief Louviere to the team!

Youngsville Sports Complex Announces Pixus Splash Park Grand Opening & Family Fun Day

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Splash into Summer and come celebrate the Grand Opening & Family Fun Day at Pixus Splash Park, Saturday, June 10th beginning at 10am at the Youngsville Sports Complex! This family fun event will feature fun jumps, Bubble Bus Acadiana, MLRmagic.com Face Painter & Balloon Artist, as well as Kona-Ice of Acadiana and Mr. Charlie’s Ice Cream Truck! Come splash into summer and celebrate with us at the Pixus Splash Park!

Leadership Youngsville Announces Applications for Class IV Now Open

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The city of Youngsville and the Youngsville Chamber are excited to announce applications will be accepted for Leadership Youngsville Class IV from Tuesday, January 10 , 2023 – Friday, March 10, 2023.  The mission of Leadership Youngsville is to identify and educate emerging community leaders on challenges and growth in the city of Youngsville.

Apply for Leadership Youngsville at www.LeadershipYoungsville.com.

2023 Mardi Gras Flag Raising Ceremony Announced

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For Immediate Release

Tuesday, January 3, 2023

YOUNGSVILLE’S MAYOR KEN RITTER ANNOUNCED TODAY, the City of Youngsville will officially kick off the Mardi Gras Season with a Mardi Gras flag raising ceremony Friday, January 6, 2023 at 12:30pm at the Youngsville Municipal Complex, 311 Lafayette Street on the roundabout at the Municipal Complex sign.  Please join city officials and our two city krewes,Krewe Des Amis and Krewe La Vie Doux, for this special celebration.  The Youngsville Mardi Gras parade will be held Saturday, February 18, 2023 at 11am.  For up to date information, visit Youngsville.us.

2023 Youngsville Mardi Gras Parade Announced

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January 3, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Mardi Gras Mambo NCAA Division 1 tournament returns; Dustin Poirier to serve as 2023 Mardi Gras Parade Grand Marshal

YOUNGSVILLE’S MAYOR KEN RITTER ANNOUNCED the City of Youngsville’s 2023 Mardi Gras Parade will be held Saturday, February 18, 2023 at 11AM. 

This year’s parade will coincide with the Mardi Gras Mambo NCAA Division 1 women’s fast pitch softball tournament, which will be held at the Youngsville Sports Complex, February 17-19.  The Mardi Gras Mambo softball tournament, hosted by Southeastern Louisiana University, will feature 10 teams from around the country and over 250 players.  Most of the participating teams are scheduled to ride in the parade.

MAYOR RITTER STATED, “I am excited to announce that Dustin “The Diamond” Poirier, American Professional Mixed Martial Artist and interim UFC Lightweight Champion and founder of The Good Fight Foundation, will be leading the parade as Grand Marshal. Dustin is a leader in and out of the MMA Octagon so we’re proud to spotlight his achievements and foundation during our Mardi Gras celebration.”

Parade permit applications must be completed online at Youngsville.us.  Deadline to enter the parade is Monday, February 13, 2023. EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION begins Tuesday, January 3 through Friday, February 3, 2023. Parade permits for floats/ trucks pulling trailers cost $400 and single vehicles/dance schools cost $200. After February 3, 2023, permits for floats/trucks pulling trailers will increase to $500 and permits for single vehicles/dance schools increase to $300.  Trailers must be less than 40′ in length and must have sides not less than 4′ in height.  Double Decker Floats can be no higher than 13′.

The Parade will follow the same route this year, starting at the Youngsville Sports Complex on Savoy Road and ending at the Youngsville Sports Complex. For more info, visit Youngsville.us.

2023 Christmas Roundabout Tour

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Christmas comes alive in Youngsville with this self-guided Christmas Roundabout Tour!
Penguins on Parade, Toy Soldiers, Reindeer Games, Santa and his Tractor, Santa Land, Toyland, Winter Skating Rink and Santa and his Snowmen! They will light up from dusk to dawn every night through Christmas!

Letters to Santa

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Santa’s mailbox is here and it’s time for children to write their letters to Santa! Children can drop off their letters to Santa at the new Youngsville Municipal Complex, located at 201 Iberia St. The letters will be sent directly to the North Pole for Santa to read.  Download your favorite letter style below.  Merry Christmas Youngsville!

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Groundbreaking for Youngsville Veterans Memorial Gateway Park, Thursday, November 10 at 10am.

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In honor of our Veterans, Mayor Ken Ritter and the members of Youngsville’s City Council invite you to attend a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday November 10th at 10am for the Youngsville Veterans Memorial Gateway Park located at 2514 E. Milton Ave.
Initially acquired to improve drainage along the Anslem Coulee, the city is now incorporating a recreational component to honor our finest. Upon completion, this site will serve as a proud gateway into the City of Youngsville while expanding Youngsville Parks and Recreation.
Parking will be available next door at Route 92.