Town Hall Meeting
Tuesday, August 24th
Grace Episcopal Church, 3700 Canal Street
6pm
The proposed NORD reform changes to the City Charter will be discussed. The proposal will appear on the October ballot for a vote of the people, and this meeting is an opportunity for an informed presentation and question and answer period.
Joining Councilmember Guidry will be Councilmember-at-Large Arnie Fielkow and the Chair of the Citizens Advisory Panel on NORD, Rod West.
On October 2nd, voters will decide on a proposed change in the City Charter to reform NORD. Tuesday's meeting will be an exceptional opportunity for residents to learn more about this proposal and ask questions of those who have worked on NORD reform and studied recreation departments in other cities.
Susan Guidry: "Though visionary in some ways when it was formed in the 1940's, today NORD presents shocking disparity among recreation facilities, programming, and funding across the City. Many of our children are growing up without the benefits that good recreation mentoring produces in young men and women. I support the work of NORD CAP, which promotes a more modern organizational structure, similar to the award winning recreational department in Baton Rouge, to begin building positive momentum and new recreation opportunities to improve quality of life for all New Orleanians."
Tuesday's meeting is presented for the District A Community, though all are welcome to attend. Please encourage your neighbors to attend.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Don't Text and Drive
THE LAW IS IN EFFECT.
Louisiana Laws > Revised Statutes > Title 32 > Chapter 1 > Part IV > Subpart L > § 32:300.5 - Use of certain wireless telecommunications devices for text messaging prohibited
A.(1) Except as provided in Subsection B of this Section, no person shall operate any motor vehicle upon any public road or highway of this state while using a wireless telecommunications device to write, send, or read a text-based communication.
For purposes of this Section, a person shall not be deemed to be writing, reading, or sending a text message if the person reads, selects, or enters a telephone number or name in a wireless telecommunications device for the purpose of making a telephone call.
(2)(a) "Wireless telecommunications device" means a cellular telephone, a text-messaging device, a personal digital assistant, a stand alone computer, or any other substantially similar wireless device that is readily removable from the vehicle and is used to write, send, or read text or data through manual input. A "wireless telecommunications device" shall not include any device or component that is permanently affixed to a motor vehicle. It does not include citizens band radios, citizens band radio hybrids, commercial two-way radio communication devices, or electronic communication devices with a push-to-talk function.
(b) "Write, send, or read a text-based communication" means using a wireless telecommunications device to manually communicate with any person by using a text-based communication referred to as a text message, instant message, or electronic mail.
B. The provisions of this Section shall not apply to the following:
(1) Any law enforcement officer, firefighter, or operator of an authorized emergency vehicle while engaged in the actual performance of his official duties.
(2) An operator of a moving motor vehicle using a wireless telecommunications device to:
(a) Report illegal activity.
(b) Summon medical or other emergency help.
(c) Prevent injury to a person or property.
(d) Relay information between a transit or for-hire operator and that operator's dispatcher, in which the device is permanently affixed to the vehicle.
(e) Navigate using a global positioning system.
3) A physician or other health care provider using a wireless telecommunications device to communicate with a hospital, health clinic or the office of the physician, or to otherwise provide for the health care of an individual or medical emergency through a text-based communication.
C.(1) The first violation of the provisions of this Section shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one hundred seventy-five dollars.
(2) Each subsequent violation shall be punishable by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars.
(4) Any violation of this Section shall constitute a moving violation. A law enforcement officer shall enforce the provisions of this Section only as a secondary action when the officer detains a driver for an alleged violation of another provision of this Chapter.
Acts 2008, No. 665, §1, eff. July 1, 2008.
(3) If the person is involved in a crash at the time of violation, then the fine shall be equal to double the amount of the standard fine imposed in this Subsection and the law enforcement officer investigating the crash shall indicate on the written accident form that the person was using a wireless telecommunications device at the time of the crash.
Louisiana Laws > Revised Statutes > Title 32 > Chapter 1 > Part IV > Subpart L > § 32:300.5 - Use of certain wireless telecommunications devices for text messaging prohibited
A.(1) Except as provided in Subsection B of this Section, no person shall operate any motor vehicle upon any public road or highway of this state while using a wireless telecommunications device to write, send, or read a text-based communication.
For purposes of this Section, a person shall not be deemed to be writing, reading, or sending a text message if the person reads, selects, or enters a telephone number or name in a wireless telecommunications device for the purpose of making a telephone call.
(2)(a) "Wireless telecommunications device" means a cellular telephone, a text-messaging device, a personal digital assistant, a stand alone computer, or any other substantially similar wireless device that is readily removable from the vehicle and is used to write, send, or read text or data through manual input. A "wireless telecommunications device" shall not include any device or component that is permanently affixed to a motor vehicle. It does not include citizens band radios, citizens band radio hybrids, commercial two-way radio communication devices, or electronic communication devices with a push-to-talk function.
(b) "Write, send, or read a text-based communication" means using a wireless telecommunications device to manually communicate with any person by using a text-based communication referred to as a text message, instant message, or electronic mail.
B. The provisions of this Section shall not apply to the following:
(1) Any law enforcement officer, firefighter, or operator of an authorized emergency vehicle while engaged in the actual performance of his official duties.
(2) An operator of a moving motor vehicle using a wireless telecommunications device to:
(a) Report illegal activity.
(b) Summon medical or other emergency help.
(c) Prevent injury to a person or property.
(d) Relay information between a transit or for-hire operator and that operator's dispatcher, in which the device is permanently affixed to the vehicle.
(e) Navigate using a global positioning system.
3) A physician or other health care provider using a wireless telecommunications device to communicate with a hospital, health clinic or the office of the physician, or to otherwise provide for the health care of an individual or medical emergency through a text-based communication.
C.(1) The first violation of the provisions of this Section shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one hundred seventy-five dollars.
(2) Each subsequent violation shall be punishable by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars.
(4) Any violation of this Section shall constitute a moving violation. A law enforcement officer shall enforce the provisions of this Section only as a secondary action when the officer detains a driver for an alleged violation of another provision of this Chapter.
Acts 2008, No. 665, §1, eff. July 1, 2008.
(3) If the person is involved in a crash at the time of violation, then the fine shall be equal to double the amount of the standard fine imposed in this Subsection and the law enforcement officer investigating the crash shall indicate on the written accident form that the person was using a wireless telecommunications device at the time of the crash.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Mayor in District A
As part of the administration's implementation of the "budgeting for outcomes" program, residents will be asked what priorities they want the city to focus on in setting its 2011 budget.
Landrieu will be joined by Councilwomen Susan Guidry in District A and Kristin Gisleson Palmer in District C, plus his deputy mayors, Police Superintendent Ronal Serpas, Fire Superintendent Charles Parent and other department heads.
The District A meeting will be
Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
at Grace Episcopal Church, 3700 Canal St.
Landrieu will be joined by Councilwomen Susan Guidry in District A and Kristin Gisleson Palmer in District C, plus his deputy mayors, Police Superintendent Ronal Serpas, Fire Superintendent Charles Parent and other department heads.
The District A meeting will be
Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
at Grace Episcopal Church, 3700 Canal St.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Earhart Overlay
Councilmembers Guidry and Head are putting in an extension of the Inner City Urban Corridor Overlay to include Earhart from Jeff Davis to Monticello. It is scheduled to go in on Thursday, August 12.
Friday, August 6, 2010
Sexual Assault at South Carrollton and Zimple
Sexual Assault at South Carrollton and Zimple
On August 6, 2010 at approximately 1:45 am the victim was approached
by an unknown black male in the hallway of her apartment complex. At
that time the suspect produced a handgun, forced the victim into her
residence and sexually assaulted the victim. The suspect fled the
location in an unknown direction.
The suspect is described as a black male, 6’0”, 190 pounds. Last seen
wearing a dark colored ski mask and black shirt. The suspect was armed
with an unknown type handgun.
If you have any information on this incident please notify
Second District Detectives at 658-6020 or Crime Stoppers at
822-1111.
Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities
you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency,
call 911 immediately.
Captain Darryl Albert
Second District
On August 6, 2010 at approximately 1:45 am the victim was approached
by an unknown black male in the hallway of her apartment complex. At
that time the suspect produced a handgun, forced the victim into her
residence and sexually assaulted the victim. The suspect fled the
location in an unknown direction.
The suspect is described as a black male, 6’0”, 190 pounds. Last seen
wearing a dark colored ski mask and black shirt. The suspect was armed
with an unknown type handgun.
If you have any information on this incident please notify
Second District Detectives at 658-6020 or Crime Stoppers at
822-1111.
Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities
you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency,
call 911 immediately.
Captain Darryl Albert
Second District
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Litter has a high price in Louisiana, research finds
Rimes Picayune Article - May 23,2010
Throwing that candy wrapper on the ground may be costing Louisiana taxpayers more than some think.
'It seems like something small but when you see litter, it indicates that no one cares about that spot. It leads to other kinds of decline in a neighborhood,' said Leigh Harris, executive director of Keep Louisiana Beautiful. 'It's that first place that can lead to bigger problems in a community.' According to a study conducted by Keep Louisiana Beautiful, a nonprofit organization focused on litter in the state, Louisiana is spending $40 million a year to clean up litter.
Through surveys of parish, municipal and U.S. Department of Transportation officials, researchers found that cleanup cost the state an estimated $40 million in 2009.
Leigh Harris, executive director of Keep Louisiana Beautiful, said she thinks this is the first study of its kind in Louisiana. Harris said Keep Louisiana Beautiful was motivated to conduct the study after hearing for a long time that costs were around $15 million a year.
"Everyone throws around this number of $15 million, but no one really knew where it came from," Harris said. "I knew it was more than that."
Applied Technology Research of Baton Rouge conducted the study for Keep Louisiana Beautiful.
The researchers asked public officials to provide estimated costs of litter and disposal collection, enforcement, adjudication, and anti-litter public information and education.
Although the study measures only the direct economic impact of litter, it acknowledges that there are indirect consequences like real estate devaluation, loss of new industry and loss of tourism. It also adversely affects the environment and health. As a result, Harris said, the cost of litter is probably far higher than $40 million.
Lawrence "Buster" McKenzie, president of Applied Technology Research, was out of the country and unavailable for an interview.
Harris said she hopes that the results of the study will encourage people to speak about the impact of littering. She noted that $40 million may not seem like a lot compared to other costs, but it could be easily prevented.
"This is a cost that is totally avoidable, $40 million that taxpayers would not have to pay," Harris said. "That's money that could be put to something that's more progressive and positive."
Harris said the study did not look at differences in parish litter amounts because the purpose was not to highlight which ones were doing better or worse.
"It's really not to compare. It's really more a positive note. We're all in it," she said.
Harris said she hopes the study will result in greater awareness of littering.
"Our purpose is to support communities that are trying to make themselves cleaner," Harris said. "My hope is that this (study) will get more communities involved with Keep Louisiana Beautiful."
She added that litter does not seem like an issue at first, but it reveals the state of an area.
"It seems like something small but when you see litter, it indicates that no one cares about that spot. It leads to other kinds of decline in a neighborhood," Harris said. "It's that first place that can lead to bigger problems in a community."
Masako Hirsch can be reached at mhirsch@timespicayune.com or 504.826.3330.
Throwing that candy wrapper on the ground may be costing Louisiana taxpayers more than some think.
'It seems like something small but when you see litter, it indicates that no one cares about that spot. It leads to other kinds of decline in a neighborhood,' said Leigh Harris, executive director of Keep Louisiana Beautiful. 'It's that first place that can lead to bigger problems in a community.' According to a study conducted by Keep Louisiana Beautiful, a nonprofit organization focused on litter in the state, Louisiana is spending $40 million a year to clean up litter.
Through surveys of parish, municipal and U.S. Department of Transportation officials, researchers found that cleanup cost the state an estimated $40 million in 2009.
Leigh Harris, executive director of Keep Louisiana Beautiful, said she thinks this is the first study of its kind in Louisiana. Harris said Keep Louisiana Beautiful was motivated to conduct the study after hearing for a long time that costs were around $15 million a year.
"Everyone throws around this number of $15 million, but no one really knew where it came from," Harris said. "I knew it was more than that."
Applied Technology Research of Baton Rouge conducted the study for Keep Louisiana Beautiful.
The researchers asked public officials to provide estimated costs of litter and disposal collection, enforcement, adjudication, and anti-litter public information and education.
Although the study measures only the direct economic impact of litter, it acknowledges that there are indirect consequences like real estate devaluation, loss of new industry and loss of tourism. It also adversely affects the environment and health. As a result, Harris said, the cost of litter is probably far higher than $40 million.
Lawrence "Buster" McKenzie, president of Applied Technology Research, was out of the country and unavailable for an interview.
Harris said she hopes that the results of the study will encourage people to speak about the impact of littering. She noted that $40 million may not seem like a lot compared to other costs, but it could be easily prevented.
"This is a cost that is totally avoidable, $40 million that taxpayers would not have to pay," Harris said. "That's money that could be put to something that's more progressive and positive."
Harris said the study did not look at differences in parish litter amounts because the purpose was not to highlight which ones were doing better or worse.
"It's really not to compare. It's really more a positive note. We're all in it," she said.
Harris said she hopes the study will result in greater awareness of littering.
"Our purpose is to support communities that are trying to make themselves cleaner," Harris said. "My hope is that this (study) will get more communities involved with Keep Louisiana Beautiful."
She added that litter does not seem like an issue at first, but it reveals the state of an area.
"It seems like something small but when you see litter, it indicates that no one cares about that spot. It leads to other kinds of decline in a neighborhood," Harris said. "It's that first place that can lead to bigger problems in a community."
Masako Hirsch can be reached at mhirsch@timespicayune.com or 504.826.3330.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
2nd District Crime Walk
On Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 6:30pm,
The New Orleans Police Department will be conducting a crime walk
and will be handing out flyers to the neighborhood residents and candy to the children.
The start location would be Oleander and Leonidas (Power Station) to
Leonidas and Claiborne (Harrell Park). We are asking all to come and
join in the walk with us. We appreciate your participation.
The New Orleans Police Department will be conducting a crime walk
and will be handing out flyers to the neighborhood residents and candy to the children.
The start location would be Oleander and Leonidas (Power Station) to
Leonidas and Claiborne (Harrell Park). We are asking all to come and
join in the walk with us. We appreciate your participation.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Crime Walk in Dixon
On Thursday, July, 29th, 2010 at 6:30pm,
Captain Greg Elder and the 3rd District Police contingent
will conduct a Community Crime Walk.
Please click on the link to view a map of the route.
The walk will begin at the intersection of Palm St and Cherry St.,
and will proceed throughout (the Hollygrove) actually Dixon area.
Crime Stoppers will accompany the 3rd District contingent and
officers will help to distribute Crime Stoppers flyers as well as to
speak to the community. This walk is the first of its kind, and we
hope for great participation from the community.
Please accept this invitation, even if the area mentioned is not a part of your
particular neighborhood. We hope to have many walks throughout the 3rd
District as a result of this inaugural walk. Please notify 3rd
District Quality Of Life Officer Patrick Smith by office phone at
504-658-6198, by cell phone at 504-444-7514, or by email at
pmsm...@cityofno.com of your interest and participation in this walk.
Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in
your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911
immediately.
Captain Greg Elder
Third District
New Orleans Police Department
Captain Greg Elder and the 3rd District Police contingent
will conduct a Community Crime Walk.
Please click on the link to view a map of the route.
The walk will begin at the intersection of Palm St and Cherry St.,
and will proceed throughout (the Hollygrove) actually Dixon area.
Crime Stoppers will accompany the 3rd District contingent and
officers will help to distribute Crime Stoppers flyers as well as to
speak to the community. This walk is the first of its kind, and we
hope for great participation from the community.
Please accept this invitation, even if the area mentioned is not a part of your
particular neighborhood. We hope to have many walks throughout the 3rd
District as a result of this inaugural walk. Please notify 3rd
District Quality Of Life Officer Patrick Smith by office phone at
504-658-6198, by cell phone at 504-444-7514, or by email at
pmsm...@cityofno.com of your interest and participation in this walk.
Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in
your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911
immediately.
Captain Greg Elder
Third District
New Orleans Police Department
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Auto burglaries - GPS
Hello Everyone,
I wanted to take this time to inform you of a recent problem we have
been experiencing throughout District. We have been having a number
of reports of auto burglaries. In most of these cases the preferred
item has been GPS systems which are mounted to the vehicles
windshield. I would suggest that if you have this sort of device, you
remove it entirely (suction cup mount as well) and place it out of
sight when not in use. Also, please don’t leave anything valuable
(laptops, purses, etc.) lying in plain sight when you are away from
your car. Let’s not make it easy for them.
Thank you,
Sergeant Robert W. Kirton, III
Community Outreach Coordinator
2nd District
4317 Magazine Street
NOLA 70115
Off. 658-6020
Cell. 239-0327
E-Mail rwkirton@cityofno.com
I wanted to take this time to inform you of a recent problem we have
been experiencing throughout District. We have been having a number
of reports of auto burglaries. In most of these cases the preferred
item has been GPS systems which are mounted to the vehicles
windshield. I would suggest that if you have this sort of device, you
remove it entirely (suction cup mount as well) and place it out of
sight when not in use. Also, please don’t leave anything valuable
(laptops, purses, etc.) lying in plain sight when you are away from
your car. Let’s not make it easy for them.
Thank you,
Sergeant Robert W. Kirton, III
Community Outreach Coordinator
2nd District
4317 Magazine Street
NOLA 70115
Off. 658-6020
Cell. 239-0327
E-Mail rwkirton@cityofno.com
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Earhart News
"Robert Mendoza has confirmed that the neutral ground on Earhart will return to greenspace. The area that is currently concrete is needed for construction space and that upon completion of the project will be returned to grass."
Thank you Amy Chandler from District A Council Member Guidry's office!
Thank you Amy Chandler from District A Council Member Guidry's office!
Sunday, July 18, 2010
NOPD Community Outreach Coordinator - 2nd District
Hello,
Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Sergeant Robert
Kirton. I am the newly assigned Community Outreach Coordinator for the
Second District. This position has been established, by
Superintendent Serpas, in order to focus on the quality of life issues
that you may face as a resident of the Second District.
The strategy of the CoCo Sergeant is to build confidence in the
department by developing relationships with the residents and business
owners. To that end, I will be personally available to answer your
questions and relay your concerns to the District Commander, Captain
Darryl Albert and Chief Serpas.
I will be attending your neighborhood meetings along with my Quality
of Life Officers, Wilfred Eddington and Edgar Staehle. However, you
may feel free to call me personally, at the numbers provided below,
anytime you have a question or a concern.
In conclusion, I would ask that you please forward me a copy of the
times and locations for your neighborhood meetings. I am looking
forward to meeting you and working together to make a Greater New
Orleans.
Thank you,
Sergeant Robert W. Kirton, III
Community Outreach Coordinator
2nd District
4317 Magazine Street
NOLA 70115
Off. 658-6020
Cell. 239-0327
E-Mail rwkirton@cityofno.com
Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Sergeant Robert
Kirton. I am the newly assigned Community Outreach Coordinator for the
Second District. This position has been established, by
Superintendent Serpas, in order to focus on the quality of life issues
that you may face as a resident of the Second District.
The strategy of the CoCo Sergeant is to build confidence in the
department by developing relationships with the residents and business
owners. To that end, I will be personally available to answer your
questions and relay your concerns to the District Commander, Captain
Darryl Albert and Chief Serpas.
I will be attending your neighborhood meetings along with my Quality
of Life Officers, Wilfred Eddington and Edgar Staehle. However, you
may feel free to call me personally, at the numbers provided below,
anytime you have a question or a concern.
In conclusion, I would ask that you please forward me a copy of the
times and locations for your neighborhood meetings. I am looking
forward to meeting you and working together to make a Greater New
Orleans.
Thank you,
Sergeant Robert W. Kirton, III
Community Outreach Coordinator
2nd District
4317 Magazine Street
NOLA 70115
Off. 658-6020
Cell. 239-0327
E-Mail rwkirton@cityofno.com
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Friday, July 2, 2010
July 2010 Recovery Data
See this Article from the Times Picayune: http://www.nola.com/politics/index.ssf/2010/07/new_orleans_post-katrina_popul.html
NorthWest Carrollton is probably closer to 80% recovered than 89%.
We still have a significant number of houses that are:
- under repair or
- boarded and not being worked on or
- empty lots.
The empty lots are from:
- houses that have been torn down, many against the opposition of the neighborhood, some because they were allowed to decay beyond all hope of repair before something was done or
- the February 2007 Tornado or
- the Post Katrina fire that took out almost the entire block Carrollton-Fig-Dublin-Pritchard Place.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
4 Corner Neighborhood Websites
The "4 Corner" Neighborhoods that touch Carrollton and Claiborne are:
NorthWest Carrollton
FontaineBleau
Central Carrollton
Palmer Park
Click on the links above to take a look at the websites.
Carrollton Riverbend also has some interesting facts about historic Carrollton on their website.
NorthWest Carrollton
FontaineBleau
Central Carrollton
Palmer Park
Click on the links above to take a look at the websites.
Carrollton Riverbend also has some interesting facts about historic Carrollton on their website.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Disaster Mitigation Act - Emergency Preparedness - Community Engagement Meeting
The City of New Orleans Hazard Mitigation Office will host a community meeting to continue the planning process for the 2010 Orleans Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan. Everyone interested in hazard mitigation planning for New Orleans is encouraged to attend.
The community meeting information is available below:
Thursday, July 1, 6:00 PM
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
5120 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115
The meeting will provide the New Orleans community with an opportunity to review the Mitigation Actions and to discuss the Implementation Strategy. Attached to this email are the minutes from the last 2010 Orleans Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan Community Engagement Meeting held on Tuesday, May 11, 2010.
The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires that each Parish in Louisiana submit a new updated plan for approval within five (5) years of the previously approved plan. The new updated plan must be adopted by the City Council and also approved by the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) and FEMA to be eligible for hazard mitigation funding. The plan will identify and assess risks from natural and man-made hazards, set goals for mitigation, and create mitigation actions designed to be implemented over the next five years.
If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth Griffith (304-0680) or Karleene Smith at GCR & Associates, Inc. (304-0727)
The community meeting information is available below:
Thursday, July 1, 6:00 PM
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
5120 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115
The meeting will provide the New Orleans community with an opportunity to review the Mitigation Actions and to discuss the Implementation Strategy. Attached to this email are the minutes from the last 2010 Orleans Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan Community Engagement Meeting held on Tuesday, May 11, 2010.
The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires that each Parish in Louisiana submit a new updated plan for approval within five (5) years of the previously approved plan. The new updated plan must be adopted by the City Council and also approved by the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) and FEMA to be eligible for hazard mitigation funding. The plan will identify and assess risks from natural and man-made hazards, set goals for mitigation, and create mitigation actions designed to be implemented over the next five years.
If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth Griffith (304-0680) or Karleene Smith at GCR & Associates, Inc. (304-0727)
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Makin' Groceries Not OIL* A Benefit For Our Local Fishers
Jack & Jake's presents...
*Makin' Groceries Not OIL* A Benefit For Our Local Fishers*
We are looking for local businesses to help us put this event on for those
in immediate need. We need restaurants to provide food and drink samples
(~300 samples/vendor). Live music and free wine and beer will be provided.
The event is scheduled for Sat June 26th 7-10 PM at the future home of Jack
& Jake's 8300 Earhart Blvd.
Justin Pitts donated a pig and Cochon will cook it up for the event! Look for Patois, Crescent Pie & Sausage, Meltdown Pops, La Divina, St. James Cheese Company, Chef Esses, and more..
Jack & Jake's
8300 Earhart Blvd.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70118
w: jackandjakes.com
c: 504.390.9640
e: jack@jackandjakes.com
*Makin' Groceries Not OIL* A Benefit For Our Local Fishers*
We are looking for local businesses to help us put this event on for those
in immediate need. We need restaurants to provide food and drink samples
(~300 samples/vendor). Live music and free wine and beer will be provided.
The event is scheduled for Sat June 26th 7-10 PM at the future home of Jack
& Jake's 8300 Earhart Blvd.
Justin Pitts donated a pig and Cochon will cook it up for the event! Look for Patois, Crescent Pie & Sausage, Meltdown Pops, La Divina, St. James Cheese Company, Chef Esses, and more..
Jack & Jake's
8300 Earhart Blvd.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70118
w: jackandjakes.com
c: 504.390.9640
e: jack@jackandjakes.com
Monday, June 14, 2010
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
1st Citywide Meeting
on Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
Saturday, June 26, 2010
8:30 AM to Noon
at Dillard University – Albert Dent Hall
2601 Gentilly Blvd.
Dear Citizen Planner:
You, your neighbors, friends and associates are invited to join in the initial meeting of the planning process to get citizen input on the revision of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO).
On Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Dillard University’s, Albert Dent Hall (Gymnasium), the City Planning Commission will host a citywide gathering to explain and get input on the zoning principles, which will be used in crafting the Zoning Ordinance that locks in the Land Use elements of the Master Plan (“New Orleans 2030: A Plan for the 21st Century”). The Citywide Forum will begin at 8:30 AM and will wrap-up around noon. Please RSVP by e-mailing “trene@Brightmomentsnola.com”. We also encourage you to help us spread the word to your e-mail network.
Camiros, the lead consultant on the zoning effort, will explain the process and provide information on their “Place Based” approach to developing the CZO. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and give input on the approach and to fully understand how the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance will impact your neighborhood.
Background Information
In the city of New Orleans, the physical development of land is controlled by zoning or the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO). Zoning is a key tool for implementing many of the policies of the new Master Plan. It establishes rules for determining where new development can be located and how it should be designed. It establishes where buildings can be placed on lots. It controls the height and size of buildings. Zoning establishes rules for determining how existing homes, businesses and other building can be enlarged or altered. It establishes the density of our neighborhoods. But, zoning does not control all aspects of our built environment, such as the details of building construction, or building maintenance.
Zoning in New Orleans today is a patchwork of rules that, while well intended when written, are not well suited to maintaining desired types of existing development or attracting appropriate types of redevelopment. Often, there is a disconnect between what people want to build and what can be built. This is, in part, because our present zoning ordinance was designed to encourage a rather uniform pattern of development. Many of its districts contain regulations that do not fit the development that presently exists or is desired.
While the zoning ordinance has undergone substantial amendment over the years to encourage desirable development patterns, these changes have made the ordinance very complex, confusing and hard to use. With the anticipated adoption of the Master Plan, the CPC is now focused on developing a new CZO that will be user-friendly, consistent and predictable in its application; it must be easily understood by the citizens and business community alike.
The Process
During the coming months, citizens of New Orleans will have the opportunity to consider and discuss elements of the Zoning Ordinance for recommendation to the City Planning Commission, and City Council. A schedule of Planning District Meetings will soon be announced.
Thank you!
The New Orleans Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Team
For more information, go to the project website www.nolamasterplan.org
on Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
Saturday, June 26, 2010
8:30 AM to Noon
at Dillard University – Albert Dent Hall
2601 Gentilly Blvd.
Dear Citizen Planner:
You, your neighbors, friends and associates are invited to join in the initial meeting of the planning process to get citizen input on the revision of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO).
On Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Dillard University’s, Albert Dent Hall (Gymnasium), the City Planning Commission will host a citywide gathering to explain and get input on the zoning principles, which will be used in crafting the Zoning Ordinance that locks in the Land Use elements of the Master Plan (“New Orleans 2030: A Plan for the 21st Century”). The Citywide Forum will begin at 8:30 AM and will wrap-up around noon. Please RSVP by e-mailing “trene@Brightmomentsnola.com”. We also encourage you to help us spread the word to your e-mail network.
Camiros, the lead consultant on the zoning effort, will explain the process and provide information on their “Place Based” approach to developing the CZO. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and give input on the approach and to fully understand how the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance will impact your neighborhood.
Background Information
In the city of New Orleans, the physical development of land is controlled by zoning or the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO). Zoning is a key tool for implementing many of the policies of the new Master Plan. It establishes rules for determining where new development can be located and how it should be designed. It establishes where buildings can be placed on lots. It controls the height and size of buildings. Zoning establishes rules for determining how existing homes, businesses and other building can be enlarged or altered. It establishes the density of our neighborhoods. But, zoning does not control all aspects of our built environment, such as the details of building construction, or building maintenance.
Zoning in New Orleans today is a patchwork of rules that, while well intended when written, are not well suited to maintaining desired types of existing development or attracting appropriate types of redevelopment. Often, there is a disconnect between what people want to build and what can be built. This is, in part, because our present zoning ordinance was designed to encourage a rather uniform pattern of development. Many of its districts contain regulations that do not fit the development that presently exists or is desired.
While the zoning ordinance has undergone substantial amendment over the years to encourage desirable development patterns, these changes have made the ordinance very complex, confusing and hard to use. With the anticipated adoption of the Master Plan, the CPC is now focused on developing a new CZO that will be user-friendly, consistent and predictable in its application; it must be easily understood by the citizens and business community alike.
The Process
During the coming months, citizens of New Orleans will have the opportunity to consider and discuss elements of the Zoning Ordinance for recommendation to the City Planning Commission, and City Council. A schedule of Planning District Meetings will soon be announced.
Thank you!
The New Orleans Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Team
For more information, go to the project website www.nolamasterplan.org
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Oil Spill & Environmental Education
Please watch this C-Span video interview.
I think it best represents how people from south Louisiana feel about what is going on with the BP Oil Spill and the Federal Response.
Garland Robinette has spent decades educating himself and others on the importance of our wetlands.
I also highly recommend that you listen to Garland's open letter to the President after the presidential visit on May May 27th.
This is website offers a great overview of the technical details.
I think it best represents how people from south Louisiana feel about what is going on with the BP Oil Spill and the Federal Response.
Garland Robinette has spent decades educating himself and others on the importance of our wetlands.
I also highly recommend that you listen to Garland's open letter to the President after the presidential visit on May May 27th.
This is website offers a great overview of the technical details.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
NOPD COMSTAT - (change in location of meetings)
NOPD COMSTAT - (change in location of meetings)
bsingleton@cityofno.com May 26 10:12AM -0700
May 26, 2010
Media Advisory
New Orleans, LA. - Superintendent of Police Ronal W. Serpas announced
that effective June 11, 2010, the COMSTAT meetings that are open to
the public, have been changed to Fridays at 8:30 A.M., and will be
held at the Municipal Training Academy located at 401 City Park
Avenue. The media and the public are encouraged to attend.
Major Bruce Little
Commander Second District
New Orleans Police Department
bsingleton@cityofno.com May 26 10:12AM -0700
May 26, 2010
Media Advisory
New Orleans, LA. - Superintendent of Police Ronal W. Serpas announced
that effective June 11, 2010, the COMSTAT meetings that are open to
the public, have been changed to Fridays at 8:30 A.M., and will be
held at the Municipal Training Academy located at 401 City Park
Avenue. The media and the public are encouraged to attend.
Major Bruce Little
Commander Second District
New Orleans Police Department
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Armed Robbery in the 8200 Block of Earhart
Topic: Armed Robbery in the 8200 Block of Earhart
bsingleton@cityofno.com May 24 10:36AM -0700
Zone T subzone 1
On Friday, May 21, 2010 at approximately 3:25 pm two black males
entered a business located in the 8200 block of Earhart. One of the
black males produced a silver handgun, grabbed the manager and
demanded money. The manager thought it was someone playing a joke on
him advised the suspect he did not have any. The suspect became angry
and struck the manger in the head with the weapon. The cashier who
observed what was happening opened the stores register and gave the
suspect the stores money. The second suspect relocated to the rear of
the store and held the mechanic at gunpoint ensuring he would not
leave. After obtaining the money from the business both suspect fled
out the rear door then unknown.
Suspect #1 is described as a dark skinned black male, 5’6”, slim
build, wearing a white t-shirt, blue jeans, with a white bandana
around his face. He was armed with a silver hand gun.
Suspect #2 is described as a black male, wearing blue jeans, with a
white bandana over his face. He was armed with a black handgun.
Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities
you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency,
call 911 immediately.
bsingleton@cityofno.com May 24 10:36AM -0700
Zone T subzone 1
On Friday, May 21, 2010 at approximately 3:25 pm two black males
entered a business located in the 8200 block of Earhart. One of the
black males produced a silver handgun, grabbed the manager and
demanded money. The manager thought it was someone playing a joke on
him advised the suspect he did not have any. The suspect became angry
and struck the manger in the head with the weapon. The cashier who
observed what was happening opened the stores register and gave the
suspect the stores money. The second suspect relocated to the rear of
the store and held the mechanic at gunpoint ensuring he would not
leave. After obtaining the money from the business both suspect fled
out the rear door then unknown.
Suspect #1 is described as a dark skinned black male, 5’6”, slim
build, wearing a white t-shirt, blue jeans, with a white bandana
around his face. He was armed with a silver hand gun.
Suspect #2 is described as a black male, wearing blue jeans, with a
white bandana over his face. He was armed with a black handgun.
Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities
you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency,
call 911 immediately.
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