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Mayor David McDavid is pleased to announce the appointment of Gordon Lipscomb as the new Fire Chief for the City of Zachary, effective today, February 5, 2026.

Chief Lipscomb brings more than 21 years of experience in the fire service and a strong commitment to public safety, leadership, and service to the citizens of Zachary. His extensive background and dedication to the profession will be instrumental in continuing to strengthen the Zachary Fire Department and ensuring the highest level of protection for the community.

“I am confident that Chief Lipscomb is the right person to lead the Zachary Fire Department,” said Mayor David McDavid. “He will move the department into the future while building upon the strong foundation established through his long and distinguished career with the Zachary Fire Department.”

Mayor McDavid expressed full confidence in Chief Lipscomb’s ability to lead the department forward and to uphold the City’s longstanding tradition of excellence in fire and emergency services.

The City of Zachary congratulates Chief Lipscomb on his appointment and looks forward to his leadership and continued service to the community.

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🎭 Mardi Gras Schedule Update – Zachary Residents 🎭

🚫 NO BULKY-WASTE PICKUP on Mardi Gras Day (Tuesday, February 17)

Please be advised that the Waste Depot will not run on Tuesday, February 17 (Mardi Gras Day).

🗓 Instead, bulky-waste service for the entire City of Zachary will take place on Monday, February 16.
👉 Residents are asked to place all bulky-waste items at the curb Sunday night to ensure pickup.

✅ Garbage and recycling pickup will NOT be affected — this change applies to bulky waste only.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we hope everyone has a safe, fun, and festive Mardi Gras! 💜💛💚

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The Planning & Zoning Commission will host a public workshop on Wednesday, January 28, from 6:00–8:00 PM at City Hall to review and discuss the final draft of the City of Zachary’s Master Plan.

This is a great opportunity for residents and community members to share feedback, ask questions, and learn what’s next as the City moves toward final adoption of the plan. Your voice matters in shaping the future of Zachary! Let’s work together to create a plan that reflects our community’s vision.

#ZacharyMasterPlan #CommunityGrowth #HaveYourSay

📧 Questions? Email Calesia.anderson@cityofzachary.org

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The Zachary City Council unanimously selected Councilwoman Brandy Westmoreland to serve as Mayor Pro Tempore for a one-year term during its meeting on January 13, 2026.

Mayor Pro Tempore Westmoreland is a lifelong resident of Zachary and was elected to the Zachary City Council in November 2022. Prior to her service on the City Council, she represented District 2 on the Zachary Community School Board from 2016 to 2022.

With 29 years of experience in the banking industry, Westmoreland currently serves as Executive Vice President at Landmark Bank. She is a graduate of LSU’s Graduate School of Banking, Leadership North, and Louisiana Technical College–Folkes Campus, and is a proud graduate of Zachary High School.

Mayor Pro Tempore Westmoreland is highly involved in civic and community service. She serves on the GSBLSU Advisory Board, is a chamber ambassador, and has previously held leadership roles as president and treasurer of the Zachary Rotary Club. Her dedication to the community has been recognized with several honors, including Zachary Business Woman of the Year in 2018 and City of Zachary Volunteer of the Year in 2013.

She is married to her husband, Dustin Westmoreland, and they have two daughters, Abigail and Chloe, and one grandson, Tripp. Westmoreland is a member of Galilee Baptist Church, where she serves as Children’s Director.

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