Councilman Francis Plaisance Sworn In to Represent District B
Just before the start of the regularly scheduled April 15th City Council meeting, the City of Abbeville swore in Councilman Francis Plaisance to represent District B.
This moment marked both a new chapter and a familiar face for the Council. Councilman Plaisance is a seasoned public servant who previously served on the Abbeville City Council for an impressive 16 years, from 2006 to 2022. His return follows the March 29th special election, in which he was elected to once again represent the residents of District B.
Abbeville Fire Department Earns Improved Rating from PIAL
The City of Abbeville is proud to share that the Abbeville Fire Department has earned an 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝟐 from the Property Insurance Association of Louisiana (PIAL) — up from the previous rating of 3!
The Year-Long Process: Abbeville’s Master Plan Draft Release is Here!
View the Draft Master Plan online by scanning the QR code or reading more here! Physical copies are also available for review at Abbeville City Hall and the Abbeville Branch of the Vermilion Parish Library.
Abbeville’s Historic Snowfall: Beauty and Resilience
Abbeville recently experienced a remarkable and rare event: a historic snowfall paired with record-breaking low temperatures. This extraordinary winter weather not only transformed our charming city into a picturesque winter wonderland but also brought unique challenges to not only our community but also surrounding communities. Thanks to the proactive measures and teamwork of the city team, we were able to navigate these challenges together.
Graceland Project: Enhancing Our Community One Step at a Time
Graceland Project: Enhancing Our Community One Step at a Time
The City of Abbeville is making great strides in improving infrastructure, and one exciting development is the Graceland Ave Sidewalk and Overlay Project. This initiative is set to enhance pedestrian accessibility and road conditions along Graceland Avenue, spanning from N. State Street to Lyman Street. Funded through the State Overlay Project Funding Grant, this project is a testament to our commitment to progress and community betterment.
Cold Weather Information
❄️ City of Abbeville Notice: Prepare for the Upcoming Hard Freeze ❄️
Attention Abbeville Residents,
With temperatures expected to drop below freezing all residents to take the necessary precautions to protect your home and water pipes.
For emergencies after hours or on the holiday, call 337-893-8550.
🎇𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞’𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 🎇
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on the progress we’ve made together as a community. This year has been filled with many milestones, each moving us closer to a brighter and stronger future. These achievements have only been possible because of the passion and dedication of our residents, local businesses, and community partners, for which we are deeply grateful.
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.
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.
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.