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Gonzales Today
By the People, for the People
Former Gonzales Mayor Barney Arceneaux to Retire from Louisiana Municipal Association
Arceneaux has served as executive director of the statewide organization for the past two years.
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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Barney Arceneaux, the former longtime mayor of Gonzales, Louisiana, has announced his retirement as executive director of the Louisiana Municipal Association effective May 1. Arceneaux's career in law enforcement and government has spanned more than five decades, including 16 years as mayor of Gonzales after being elected in 2008.
Why it matters
Arceneaux's retirement from the Louisiana Municipal Association, a statewide organization representing municipal governments, marks the end of an era for a veteran public servant who has played a key role in local and state politics for decades.
The details
After serving as mayor of Gonzales from 2008 to 2024, Arceneaux took on the role of executive director of the Louisiana Municipal Association in June 2024. Prior to his political career, Arceneaux served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves as a military police officer for six years.
- Arceneaux was elected mayor of Gonzales in 2008.
- Arceneaux served as mayor of Gonzales for 16 years until 2024.
- Arceneaux became executive director of the Louisiana Municipal Association in June 2024.
- Arceneaux will retire from the Louisiana Municipal Association effective May 1, 2026.
The players
Barney Arceneaux
The former longtime mayor of Gonzales, Louisiana, who has announced his retirement as executive director of the Louisiana Municipal Association.
Ryland Percy
The interim mayor of Gonzales following Arceneaux's departure in 2024.
Tim Riley
The mayor of Gonzales elected in 2024 after Arceneaux's retirement.
Louisiana Municipal Association
A statewide organization representing municipal governments in Louisiana.
What’s next
The Louisiana Municipal Association will need to appoint a new executive director to replace Arceneaux upon his retirement on May 1, 2026.
The takeaway
Arceneaux's long career in public service, including 16 years as mayor of Gonzales and two years leading the statewide Louisiana Municipal Association, underscores the importance of experienced and dedicated local government leaders in shaping their communities over the long term.
