Police Jury Association of Louisiana Annual Convention 2027

About this event

The Police Jury Association of Louisiana was created in 1924 and counts all 64 parishes among its members. Its annual convention is the main yearly gathering for parish governing bodies and the staff who support them.

The 2027 convention runs March 3 to 5 in Lake Charles. Attendees include police jurors, parish councilmembers, commissioners, parish officials, government employees, and industry representatives. A tentative schedule was posted on the association site in early February 2026, so check the official page for the latest version.

Exhibitors and vendors use the event to show products, equipment, technology, and services aimed at helping parishes operate more efficiently. Companies outside the association can register as non-members, and the association lists several related meetings on its site.

Who should go

• Facility and operations managers who work with parish public works or maintenance crews
• Parish staff who oversee roads, drainage, buildings, or grounds
• Parish staff who approve or fund spending and lease agreements for equipment
• Equipment and service vendors that want to meet parish officials in one place
• Public sector managers reviewing new tools for small crews with limited staff
• Anyone planning long-term maintenance or automation projects for parish facilities

Why it matters for robots

Parish governments handle roads, drainage, public works, and records, so many of the daily tasks in these offices and yards are repetitive and time-sensitive. That makes the convention a useful place to hear how parish officials weigh new tools against their budgets, staffing, and service demands.

Expect a mix of practical decision makers and officials who are still learning about automation, not a robotics showcase. Bring specific questions about maintenance, staffing, training, and day-to-day use in small crews, and listen for the concerns that parish leaders raise most often.

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