The LaMATS Village, where our family of trusted vendor partners gathers during every LMA Convention, looks forward to welcoming all 2026 LMA members to Monroe with open arms and helping hands. Visit the Village to find our dedicated staff and partners ready to offer support and solutions to the needs of your communities. And be sure to attend our two workshops on August 6th, both in the Caldwell/Franklin Room at the Monroe Civic Center: Mayoral Renewable Energy and Energy Ef

Through an agreement with LaMATS, State Capital Outlay Budget specialist James Purpera provides LMA members with two Capital Outlay newsletters per year and an hour of free consultation by phone or email to answer questions about the Capital Outlay process. Click here to download the July - December newsletter which includes the timeline of events necessary to obtain your funding. You can reach James at 225.316.1346 or by email at jpurpera@bellsouth.net.

LMA Executive Director Richard Williams, LaMATS Executive Director Cliff Palmer, and members of their respective boards and staff wish to congratulate Louisiana Rural Water Association (LRWA) Deputy Director Rusty Reeves on his recently announced retirement. Beginning as a water operator and general manager at West Allen Parish Water District, Reeves joined the LRWA 29 years ago, serving as deputy director for the past 20. He leaves behind a legacy of leadership, program coor