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Resident Challenges City’s Record Withholding | Lafayette Louisiana News
A New Iberia resident is preparing to sue the city after it allegedly failed to respond transparently to her public records request—triggered by rumors she was being targeted for legal action over satirical posts criticizing local leaders and a controversial Lagniappe Village tax. Despite submitting a detailed request for communications involving city officials, her name, and potential lawsuits, the city claims records were lost in a spam folder and cites attorney-client privilege. Now, she’s gearing up to demand a court order forcing the city to either release withheld documents or justify…
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