Lafayette Mayor-President’s Veterans Affairs Commission
Serving those who served—with dignity, opportunity, and care.
Our Mission:
The Lafayette Mayor-President’s Veterans Affairs Commission is dedicated to strengthening support for veterans and military families by advising local government, expanding access to resources, and fostering partnerships that promote wellness, opportunity, and meaningful community connection.
About the Commission
The Lafayette Parish Veterans Affairs Commission serves as an advisory body to Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG), working to improve the lives of local veterans and military families. Formed under the leadership of Mayor-President Monique B. Boulet, the commission brings together veterans and local leaders to better understand and meet the needs of those who have served. The Commission focuses on improving access to services like healthcare, housing, and job support, while also building stronger connections between veterans and the community through partnerships and public engagement.
Members
- Chair Andrew Ward, CEO Acadiana Veteran Alliance and Founder of The Boot, retired Louisiana Army National Guard
- Vice Chair, Kevin Breaux, CEO of Joint Force Contracting LLC, Board Member of the Acadiana Veteran Alliance, member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, retired Louisiana National Guard
- Secretary, Becky Guidroz, Chief Warrant Officer Two, Active Guard Reserve, Louisiana Army National Guard
- Stephanie Hanks, Commander, American Legion Post 69; honorably discharged U.S. Navy veteran
- Don Reber, Former State District 4 Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9822; retired U.S. Army
- Deron Santiny, Department Commander, Military Order of the Purple Heart; retired U.S. Army
- Senator Gerald Boudreaux, non-veteran appointee; Member of the Louisiana Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs
Stay Connected
veteransaffairs@lafayettela.gov