Proudly Reunited by our Acadian / Cajun Heritage Since 1984
Since 1984, the Village of Cap-Pelé has been twined with the City of Broussard, which is located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. The objective of this twinning is to favorize contacts between both of our populations through meetings and exchanges in multiple domains, precisely in the fields of culture, education, sports, tourism, commerce and industry.
Broussard's History
Originally named Côte Gelée (Frozen Hills) because of its hilly ridge area and the severe winter of 1784, Broussard, La., was founded in 1884. It was named after Valsin Broussard, a prominent local merchant, who formed the first vigilante committee when his own store was robbed. He was also a direct descendant of Joseph Gaurhept Broussard de Beau Soleil, one of the first 200 Acadians to arrive in Louisiana on February 27, 1765, aboard the Santo Domingo. Learn more about the history of Broussard, Louisiana.
Today's Broussard
Broussard has gone from a horse-and-buggy community, with large sugarcane plantation homes, to a present-day industrial community with more than 300 businesses. It was designated a city in November 2002; yet, one still experiences its charm though the atmosphere of elegant Creole home cooking and Cajun food at local restaurants.
Primary agricultural resources include sugarcane, soybean, and hay production as well as horse and cattle farming. Principal industries consist of oil and gas service companies, food distributors, real estate developments, and manufacturing.
Mayor: Ray Bourque (R) - January 2019 - Present
Motto: "Where Our Rich Culture Defines Us!"
Population (according to the 2017 U.S. Census): 12, 042
GPS Coordinates: 30°08′32″N 91°57′49″W
Nearest Airport: Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
ZIP Code: 70518
Area Code: 337
Learn more about the City of Broussard on their website: cityofbroussard.com
Learn more about the Broussard Chamber of Commerce : broussardchamber.net
