Submit Your Lead Service Line Survey
We have been working to identify service line materials throughout the water system and it has
been determined that either a portion of, or the entire water pipe (called a service line) that
connects your home, building, or other structure to the water main is made from unknown
material. Please use the information to help us identify the type of material being used in your service
line.
𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠ns: Rachel Touchet Mouton will serve as interim for District B
During the September 15th city council meeting, District B Councilman Francis Touchet announced his intention to resign from his seat effective September 30, 2024. Many are wondering what happens next in the process?
His official letter of resignation was submitted to the Secretary of State. The Commissions Division then sent an official notice for the governing authority, the City Council, to fill the vacancy within 20 days.
The Parish & City Alert System is Your Direct Line to Emergency Updates
📱 Get Text Alerts from the Parish: By texting the word “Vermilion” to 77295.
🔔Get City of Abbeville Alerts: By texting the word “Abbeville” to 77295.
𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞
𝐀 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞, 𝟗/𝟏𝟎/𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒
The City of Abbeville implemented a State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Francine. This declaration enacts the city’s emergency plans and allows for the city to participate in response and recovery plans as necessary to ensure the safety and security of the citizens of Abbeville.
The City Team has been busy preparing for the impending storm and stands ready to respond to emergencies as needed.
We are closely monitoring Tropical Storm Francine and will continue to do so throughout the night. The forecast track has shifted eastward today.
BUILDING ABBEVILLE’S FUTURE: ROAD CONSTRUCTION AHEAD
Phase 1 of road construction is set to commence within the city of Abbeville this week. Work will include a portion of former state highway 14 and highway 82 which were part of the road transfer agreement with DOTD, executed in late 2023. Phase 1 of the project will encompass approximately 1.7 miles of roadway repairs within the city limits of Abbeville’s. These roads will be under construction in the coming days, with an estimated completion by fall of 2024
The City of Abbeville receives Strategic Planning Award from Delta Regional Authority
Great things are happening! We’re delighted to share that Abbeville has been chosen by the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) in the second-round of Strategic Planning Awards. The program aims to create more resilient and healthier communities throughout the United States by helping to grow local economies from the middle out and bottom up, so that no one has to leave home to find opportunity.
The City of Abbeville has been awarded $150,000 for strategic planning focused on developing effective strategies to address job creation, entrepreneurship, and equity.
Join Our Team: Apply for Jobs in the City of Abbeville!
Are you searching for a job in Abbeville? We have opportunities for you!
How to Apply
To apply, just visit our website and click on the “Jobs” tab. You’ll find a list of current openings with job descriptions. Follow the instructions to submit your application.
Always Accepting Applications
Even if there aren’t any openings right now, we still want to hear from you. Send in your application, and we’ll keep it on file for future opportunities.
Mayor White Answers Questions about Complete Street Demonstration
As we wrap up the complete demonstration in downtown, it is important to respond to the complaints and questions received about what is going on downtown. The cones and barricades can be confusing and uncomfortable for people, but we have gathered some valuable input during this exercise that will be evaluated and discussed ahead of […]
Youth Curfew Goes Into Effect May 4th
Looking ahead to summer, the City of Abbeville has revised the curfew for minors inside the city limits.
VPPJ’s Debris Pickup Schedule
Vermilion Parish Police Jury has released an updated schedule on roadside debris pickup. This is the map and schedule for each side of the city.
Click here for a closer look at the map and schedule.
