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ANNOUNCEMENT FOR RE-ELECTION FOR MAYOR OF THE CITY OF THIBODAUX:

It is with great pride, humility and enthusiasm that I announce my candidacy for re-election as Mayor of the City of Thibodaux. I am honored to have had the opportunity to serve as your Mayor and I wish to continue for another term. My commitment to the citizens of Thibodaux is to continue to serve and provide sound judgment, fairness, professionalism, and compassion – “Proven Leadership…Making a Positive Difference.”

Like many of you, my history is uniquely and forever tied to Thibodaux’s history. Although as Mayor I have lived a very public life, I realize many people may not know my background. I was born in Thibodaux and aside from my time in the military, I have lived my entire life in the corporate limits of the City of Thibodaux. My parents are the late Elaine and Lucien “Boonie” Caillouet. I am the second oldest of eight children. I am married to the former Gretchen Pfeffer and have a daughter, Lara Caillouet Daigle, and a granddaughter, Lucienne “Lucie” Daigle.

I am a graduate of Thibodaux Central Catholic High School (now E. D. White), Nicholls State University, and I obtained a law degree from Loyola University School of Law. I was then privileged and honored to serve our great nation on active duty for the 3-1/2 years in the United States Navy as an officer in the Jag Corps, receiving an Honorable Discharge at the rank of Lt. Commander. I then returned home to Thibodaux and began practicing law. I have also served as the City Prosecutor for Thibodaux City Court. I am a graduate of Leadership Louisiana and Leadership Lafourche.


 In addition to serving as Mayor, I realize the importance of volunteerism and community involvement. I am an active member of many organizations, from the Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce to the American Legion and numerous others, which I enjoy working with and am inspired by individuals who are interested in improving our community.

My faith in God is extremely important to me and I am careful to stay connected to the One who gives me strength and guidance. I am a CCD teacher with St. Joseph Co-Cathedral Parish, an Extraordinary Eucharistic Minister at St. Thomas Aquinas Church and a member of Men of Manresa.

I fully recognize the “gift” that Thibodaux residents bestowed upon me when I was first elected Mayor. I firmly believe our city has experienced abundant success because of the cooperative efforts of my administration, City Council, our remarkable citizens, our business community, and other community partners. I vow to continue leading the city with integrity, honesty and with a highly qualified and dedicated team of individuals who fully understand the concept of public service and the responsibility that accompanies their career choice.

During my time in office, countless improvements and adjustments have been made to infrastructure, departments, programs, and processes to better serve the residents and I would like the opportunity to continue our progress. Just a few of these improvements include:

  • Responsible management of city money and obtained over $24 million in grant dollars
  • Major traffic improvements to N. Canal Boulevard, Glenwild Drive extension, and the Audubon and Acadia Roads couplet and traffic signalization
  • Citywide drainage improvements that have helped alleviate flooding in neighborhoods and major streets
  • Over 30 miles of asphalt street surface overlays
  • Adley Landry Reservoir and Walking Trail, and major upgrades to all city parks, playgrounds, municipal swimming pool, as well as initial development of Eric Andolsek Park
  • Technological advances to better serve and protect the public

I have also built successful relationships with local, state, and federal officials and such associations have proven crucial when planning and implementing the city’s progress. There are many projects currently underway as well as projects planned for the future such as:

  • A city-wide public bus transit system
  • East side water line distribution improvements
  • 3-lane Tiger Drive Bridge
  • Adding turn lanes at LA 1 and LA 308 at bridges in the city in conjunction with Lafourche Parish
  • 4-lane remainder of North Canal Boulevard/LA 20
  • Continued development and expansion of Eric Andolsek Park and
    there are still countless new opportunities to explore and accomplish.

I am proud to have accomplished so much during my time in office. Words will fail if I attempt to articulate what it has meant to me to serve as Mayor of Thibodaux. I still wake up everyday excited about Thibodaux’s possibilities and potential. I look ahead to the many opportunities that await our already great city and I would like the opportunity to continue on the path of progress, as Mayor. My Team and I are Experienced, Qualified, and Eager to continue - “Proven Leadership…Making a Positive Difference.” Will you help me? I ask for your support on Saturday, October 2, 2010.

Please feel free to contact me with comments and suggestions by phone 985-446-8333, by mail P.O. Box 1218, Thibodaux, LA 70302.

May God bless and keep all of you,