Simple ways to stay safe and help your neighbors stay safe:
- Say hello to and know your neighbors. A smile and a wave when you see each other does make a difference.
- Walk your dog! And say hello as you walk.
- Turn on your porch light. Use LED Bulbs they may be a bit more expensive up front but last for years and cost pennies to run.
- Put up a NorthWest Carrollton yard sign. It shows NOPD patrols when they are in our neighborhood and reminds them that we have an active Neighborhood Watch.
- For $25 you can order an NOPD metal Neighborhood Watch sign. We will be placing an order this May. Check for the Utility Pole nearest your house and we'll ensure that the sign gets installed. Contact nwcarrollton@mindspring.com if you are interested.
- Plant a tree. Yes, strange as it sounds studies show that trees reduce crime. Contact nwcarrollton@mindspring.com if you are interested. We work with Hike for Katrina to get free trees to plant trees in the Fall.
- Anonymously report suspicious activity or submit a tip to CrimeStoppers at 504-822-1111 or submit a tip online.
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Sunday, April 20, 2014
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
Abandoned Vehicles reported to NOPD
Abandoned Vehicles reported to NOPD.
DUBLIN STREET
2800 block of Dublin
West side of street, near corner of Dublin and Apricot
Silver Spider
LA SAX697
2926 Dublin
Brown Stratus
No Plate
APPLE STREET
Corner of Apple and Dante
East Side
Blue Custom Deluxe Chevy Pickup
MS 584AEE
8404 Apple Street
Beige Olds Alero
No Plate
8400 Block of Apple
South side Corner of Apple and Cambronne
Nissan Maximum
No Plate
PRITCHARD PLACE
8515 Pritchard
Red/White/Black Pickup
on property of house that is empty and blighted
CAMBRONNE STREET
2700 Block Cambronne
West side near corner of Apricot and Cambronne
Trailer filled with garbage…rats
APRICOT STREET
8502 Apricot Street
Maroon Toyota Carolla
No Plate
JOLIET STREET
2433 Joliet
Maroon Toyota
No Plate
2517 Joliet
Black Toyota Camary
No Plate
NELSON STREET
8400 block of Nelson
North side
Green Chrysler Convent
LA XMP632
8333 Block of Nelson
Blue Silverado Pickup
ALA 2B79M27
8333 Block of Nelson
Blue Chevy Pickup
No plate
8329 Nelson
White Chevy Express Van
No Plate
8229 Nelson
Black Toyota Celica GT
Indiana 565LPC
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Maple Street Bistro - in NorthWest Carrollton
NorthWest Carrollton now has a Bistro.
http://www.nola.com/dining/index.ssf/2014/02/maple_street_patisserie_to_exp.html
It's in the 8300 Block of Earhart wedged between Landis and Red Star.
http://www.nola.com/dining/index.ssf/2014/02/maple_street_patisserie_to_exp.html
It's in the 8300 Block of Earhart wedged between Landis and Red Star.
Sunday, February 2, 2014
2014 District A results
Looks like folks think that Susan Guidry could do a better job of representing West Carrollton-Leonidas.
Take a look at the article on Uptown Messenger >>>
http://uptownmessenger.com/2014/02/guidry-expanded-her-support-in-re-election-bid-analysis-shows/
Thanks Brian Denzer!
Take a look at the article on Uptown Messenger >>>
http://uptownmessenger.com/2014/02/guidry-expanded-her-support-in-re-election-bid-analysis-shows/
Thanks Brian Denzer!
Sunday, December 1, 2013
Arts Market @ Palmer Park - shop local!
http://www.artscouncilneworleans.org/article.php?story=artsmarket.facts
The Arts Market of New Orleans takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. the LAST Saturday of every month.
Special Holiday two-day show Saturday December 21 and Sunday December 22nd .
What kind of art is featured at the Arts Market?
The Arts Market features handmade, affordable art from local and regional artists and artisans. Styles of art include Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Glass, Jewelry, Wood, and Printmaking, plus handmade clothing, soap, and other delights. Between 75 and 135 artists display and sell their wares each month.
Map to the Arts Market of New Orleans in Palmer Park
Corner of S. Carrollton and S. Claiborne Ave.
The Arts Market of New Orleans takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. the LAST Saturday of every month.
Special Holiday two-day show Saturday December 21 and Sunday December 22nd .
What kind of art is featured at the Arts Market?
The Arts Market features handmade, affordable art from local and regional artists and artisans. Styles of art include Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Glass, Jewelry, Wood, and Printmaking, plus handmade clothing, soap, and other delights. Between 75 and 135 artists display and sell their wares each month.
Map to the Arts Market of New Orleans in Palmer Park
Sunday, November 24, 2013
Private Property Rights and your backyard
·
Clearing of
trees: As the law stands now, one only needs approval of the City before trees
are removed from public space (such as the right-of-way adjacent to the street).
Removal of trees on private property is not regulated.
·
Paving: As
the zoning ordinance is written now, the only limitation on paving is within the
required front-yard. Beyond the 40% limitation in the required front-yard area
one is free to pave their entire lot.
o
The draft
zoning ordinance (CZO) speaks to more extensive paving, but that ordinance is probably
about 6-months from adoption.
o
Additionally,
the Sewerage and Water Board is proposing to create a mechanism to have people
pay for the impact of their paving on the City’s stormwater system. The hope is
that this will create an incentive to have more permeable surfaces in our urban
environment.
o
Even though
there is no limitation on paving, one is not allowed to shed water to a
neighbor’s property. The property owner will have to accommodate their own water
either through grading the lot to channel water to the street or installing
drainage.
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
2013 Po-Boy Fest
7th Annual Oak Street Po-Boy Festival
presented by Abita Beer
Sunday
November 24th, 2013
10am-7pm
Oak St at Carrollton
No
Saints Game! The Saints will have defeated the Falcons the Thursday before.
Named
"Best Food Festival of 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012" by Gambit Weekly
S.O.S. Volunteers needed!
Pitch
in for 3 hours of your time and get a free Oak Street Po-Boy Fest T-shirt and an
invitation to an exclusive Volunteer Thank You party.
The
Oak Street Po-Boy Festival is an excellent opportunity to get involved in the
community, and experience the rich culture of New Orleans. Here's how you can
help on fest day: set up, host, greet, distribute maps, take surveys, staff
VIP/Hospitality area or Kid's World, bus tables, hang signs, clean up, break
down, and more.
To
volunteer, please fill out our handy form at www.poboyfest.com/get-involved
Details for the Fest are shaping up!
Check
our website for all the latest menus, schedules, and
information!
The menus are out! Check out the delicious po-boys that will
be served up by OVER 30 PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS! Experience the best po-boys
in the city all in one place for one day only. Save room to try multiple
varieties - Shrimp, Oysters, Roast Beef and all manner of classic as well as
unique taste combinations.
Music throughout the Fest!
The
Main Stage will be located at the corner of Oak & Eagle and will feature Los
Po-Boy-Citos, Flow Tribe, Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes, Rebirth Brass
Band & More!
NEW: Saloon Stage at the Maple Leaf Bar—Lineup TBA soon!
+ Brass Bands on Leonidas Street & Plum.
NEW: Saloon Stage at the Maple Leaf Bar—Lineup TBA soon!
+ Brass Bands on Leonidas Street & Plum.
History Center is back!
Poppy
Tooker will host the traditional telling of Gendusa & Martin Brothers Po-Boy
family stories this year! Join us at the Mater Dolorosa Parish House.
Panels will showcase the saga of the po-boy all day kicking off at noon.
12:00 to 12:30: First Families of the Poor Boy: Martin and Gendusa
Celebrate the 83rd anniversary of the Poor Boy with the two families responsible for its creation following the 1929 streetcar strike. Family members tell stories about the founding fathers of the poor boy sandwich and the poor boy loaf: restaurant owners Bennie and Clovis Martin and baker John Gendusa.
Featuring: Gendusa& Martin family members
Moderator: Poppy Tooker, Host of Louisiana Eats!, WWNO 89.9
Free Tasting Samples: Gendusa Poor Boy Bread (Donated by John Gendusa Bakery)
12:30 to 1:00: Louisiana Eats! The People, the Food, and Their Stories
You listen to Poppy’s weekly radio show, now discover her new book. Poppy Tooker talks about Louisiana Eats! The People, the Food, and Their Stories and shares stories about Louisiana food culture.
Featuring: Poppy Tooker, Host of Louisiana Eats!, WWNO 89.9
Author book signing sponsored by Blue Cypress Books immediately afterwards in History Center
Panels will showcase the saga of the po-boy all day kicking off at noon.
12:00 to 12:30: First Families of the Poor Boy: Martin and Gendusa
Celebrate the 83rd anniversary of the Poor Boy with the two families responsible for its creation following the 1929 streetcar strike. Family members tell stories about the founding fathers of the poor boy sandwich and the poor boy loaf: restaurant owners Bennie and Clovis Martin and baker John Gendusa.
Featuring: Gendusa& Martin family members
Moderator: Poppy Tooker, Host of Louisiana Eats!, WWNO 89.9
Free Tasting Samples: Gendusa Poor Boy Bread (Donated by John Gendusa Bakery)
12:30 to 1:00: Louisiana Eats! The People, the Food, and Their Stories
You listen to Poppy’s weekly radio show, now discover her new book. Poppy Tooker talks about Louisiana Eats! The People, the Food, and Their Stories and shares stories about Louisiana food culture.
Featuring: Poppy Tooker, Host of Louisiana Eats!, WWNO 89.9
Author book signing sponsored by Blue Cypress Books immediately afterwards in History Center
Families,
don't miss the Kid's World hosted by St. Andrew's Episcopal School on their
beautiful, spacious campus.
More better fest!
We're
always improving and this year will prove no different!
This year's festival is designed for a much smoother pedestrian flow. Plan on exploring the entire 8 blocks from Carrollton to Eagle and down Leonidas to Plum Street! We’re adding a new Food Truck Village on Leonidas and there will be brass band music at the corner of Plum & Leonidas St. This year we’ll have multiple new eating areas/beverage centers just steps off Oak St. for you to sit and enjoy your sandwiches. Look out for the main dining area + Parkway Tavern, Bratz Y’all and Bayou Girls Po-Boys in the Advocacy Center parking lot on the corner of Oak & Cambronne St.
Thirsty? Just like last year, drinks come to you via roving beer vendors.
This year's festival is designed for a much smoother pedestrian flow. Plan on exploring the entire 8 blocks from Carrollton to Eagle and down Leonidas to Plum Street! We’re adding a new Food Truck Village on Leonidas and there will be brass band music at the corner of Plum & Leonidas St. This year we’ll have multiple new eating areas/beverage centers just steps off Oak St. for you to sit and enjoy your sandwiches. Look out for the main dining area + Parkway Tavern, Bratz Y’all and Bayou Girls Po-Boys in the Advocacy Center parking lot on the corner of Oak & Cambronne St.
Thirsty? Just like last year, drinks come to you via roving beer vendors.
Getting to Po-Boy Fest
The
streetcar tracks from Napoleon to Carrollton Ave are still under construction
but don’t fret! If you are catching the streetcar downtown, NORTA will have a
shuttle available at Napoleon Ave where the street car line ends that will drop
you off on Oak & Carrollton Ave. Simply let the streetcar driver know you’ll
need a transfer for Shuttle 13.
Bike to the fest! Bike Easy will manage a bike parking corral just steps away from the fest.
This festival proudly supports the Oak Street Merchants; many will be open festival day. For a complete listing check out the Shop Oak page on the website.
Bike to the fest! Bike Easy will manage a bike parking corral just steps away from the fest.
This festival proudly supports the Oak Street Merchants; many will be open festival day. For a complete listing check out the Shop Oak page on the website.
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Reading your Entergy Bill
The Alliance for Affordable Energy says:
Your bill
will not have all of the charges listed below. Each company has different ways
of charging but this is a pretty good list to start with!
Customer
Charge: Fixed part of customer's bill, regardless of energy
usage. The charge covers maintenance of service lines, customer's meters, and
service locations. For residential, it is between $7-8/month regardless of your
energy use.
Fuel
Adjustment fee: The cost that it took to make
the energy that you used. This includes the cost of fuel (natural gas, coal,
etc) and the cost of transporting that stuff to the power plant (barges, trains,
etc).
Energy
Charge or Base Rate Charge: Non-fuel costs of
providing electricity, including cost of wires, poles, power plants, and service
trucks. The total amount of money needed to provide these services is divided up
among all bill-payers and we pay for the portion based on the amount of energy
we used.
Municipal
Franchise Fee: This reflects fees charged by
municipalities for municipally owned electric lines and
infrastructure.
Louisiana
PSC Case Credit/Charge: This may be either a
credit or charge tied to a Federal Energy Regulatory Commission order that
balances the production costs of all Entergy's Operating Companies in Louisiana.
The credits and charges equalize production costs from one Entergy service
provider to the Entergy family of companies. They are based on the prior year
and appear on bills from June through December.
LURC
Hurricane Charges: This is your utility company insurance plan.
Insurance companies refuse to insure storm vulnerable areas like South
Louisiana. Hence, the Public Service Commission authorized the Louisiana
Utilities Restoration Corporation (LURC) sold bonds for Entergy to pay for
system restoration costs after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005 and Hurricane
Gustav in 2008. Customers will pay fees on 2005 bonds until 2018 and 2008 bonds
until 2022.
Storm
Reserve Rider: The Storm Reserve Rider is similar to the LURC but
allows Entergy to charge customers upfront for costs expected to be incurred due
to storm damage. The Storm Reserve is capped at $75 million.
Federal
Mandated EAC Rider: This charge is federally
mandated to comply with the EPA's Clean Air Interstate Rules that reduce and cap
asthma-causing air pollutants including nitrous oxide (NOx) and sulfur dioxide
(SO2).
kWh(kiloWatt
hour) Metered: This number reflects the amount of energy you used
in a month. This is how the utility knows what to charge you. See chart below
for how you can spend a kWh:
|
Device
|
Wattage
|
Hours
used
|
kWh
|
|
medium
window-unit AC
|
1000
watts
|
one
hour
|
1
kWh
|
|
large
window-unit AC
|
1500
watts
|
one
hour
|
1.5
kWh
|
|
small
window-unit AC
|
500
watts
|
one
hour
|
0.5
kWh
|
|
42"
ceiling fan on low speed
|
24
watts
|
ten
hours
|
0.24
kWh
|
|
light
bulb
|
100
watts
|
730
hours
(i.e., all
month)
|
73
kWh
|
|
CFL light
bulb
|
25
watts
|
730
hours
|
18
kWh
|
To figure out
how much a device will cost you use this formula:
Friday, November 8, 2013
Tree Giveaway
Native Trees
Giveaway
Thanks to grants from Apache and ACTrees,
Parkway Partners is giving away 400 Native Trees. Limit 2 per
household to Orleans Parish residents.
Where:
Parkway PartnersWhere:
1137 Baronne St.
NOLA 70113
(at corner of Clio in Central City)
When:
This Saturday, November 9
Gates are open from 9am-noon
Why:
Parkway Partners' numerous programs supporting
urban trees are all part of an effort to re-forest New Orleans. We are the most de-forested city in the
U.S.! All proceeds from 2nd Saturdays go directly back into the 2nd
Saturday Educational Program.
Labels:
21st Century City,
Green Living,
Trees
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Entergy Urges
Customers to Watch for Phantom Power Users
Simple steps
such as using power strips or unplugging chargers can make a
difference
New
Orleans, La. – With Halloween practically on our doorsteps, Entergy New Orleans
is encouraging its customers to be on the lookout for phantoms – phantom power,
that is.
Phantom
power – also known as standby or vampire power – is the energy used by certain
appliances and electronic devices, even when they are turned off. A variety of
products and appliances, such as televisions, microwaves and cell phone
chargers, use phantom power. While it may seem trivial, the amount of wasted
energy can add up over time and show up on monthly utility
bills.
According
to the U.S. Department of Energy, appliances and home electronics can
account for as much as 20 percent of a typical monthly bill. And approximately
75 percent of the electricity used to power those products is consumed when the
products are turned off.
“Phantom
power can be compared to having a leaky faucet,” said Melonie Stewart, director
of customer service for Entergy New Orleans, Inc. “A few drips may not seem like
a big deal but they can add up to a larger water bill over time. Similarly,
appliances and electronics that draw power even when you aren’t using them can
add to your monthly power bill. Fortunately there are some simple ways to
control phantom power and help you save money.”
Anything
with a plug, a glowing light or a display can be a phantom power user. The most
common culprits include electronics with remote controls, built in clocks or
timers and instant-on features such as televisions, computers, printers, video
game consoles and DVD players.
A
study
by the National Resources Defense Council showed that some cable TV boxes,
which are often left on all day, can use as much power as a
refrigerator.
Other
common phantom power users are appliances and household items that are charged
through a wall plug such as digital cameras, power tools, cell phones and MP3
players.
Here
are some simple steps that can help you fight phantom power:
·
Purchase
an advanced power strip and plug appliances into it.
·
Turn
off televisions and computers when not in use.
·
Unplug small transformers (battery
chargers and power adapters) when products are fully charged or not in use.
Small transformers come with many electronics such as cell phones and electric
shavers and plug into standard wall outlets.
·
Check the label. If purchasing an
Energy Star-labeled product, choose the model that uses the least amount of
phantom power. If the amount isn’t listed on the label, visit the U.S.
Department of Energy’s online database to view manufacturer-supplied data by
category.
For
more information on energy conservation and a variety of money saving tips,
visit www.EntergyNewOrleans.com/savemoney.
Entergy
New Orleans, Inc. is an electric and gas utility that serves Louisiana’s Orleans
Parish. The company provides electricity to more than 169,000 customers and
natural gas to more than 100,000 customers. Entergy
New Orleans is a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, which celebrates its 100th
anniversary in 2013.
-30-
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
More Trees for New Orleans
On Nov. 14, 2013 from 7-10pm, MotherShip Foundation will host a
fundraiser and auction benefitting the Restore the Bayou Canopy
Campaign. The event will take place at Pearl Wine Co. in the American
Can Building and will feature entertainment by local artists. In
addition to the musical entertainment, Marlin Miller—the artist who
carved the public art sculpture out of the dead oak tree on the corner
of Orleans Ave and Jeff Davis Pkwy—will also be at the event to share
his story and auction off a few or his one-of-a-kind sculptures.
Tickets, which include wine and food, are $50 for individuals or $75
per couple—with one hundred percent of the proceeds benefiting the
Restore the Bayou Canopy Campaign.
On Saturday, November 16th, all are invited to witness and celebrate
the major tree planting on Bayou St. John.
http://fsjna.org/2013/10/trees-on-the-bayou/
fundraiser and auction benefitting the Restore the Bayou Canopy
Campaign. The event will take place at Pearl Wine Co. in the American
Can Building and will feature entertainment by local artists. In
addition to the musical entertainment, Marlin Miller—the artist who
carved the public art sculpture out of the dead oak tree on the corner
of Orleans Ave and Jeff Davis Pkwy—will also be at the event to share
his story and auction off a few or his one-of-a-kind sculptures.
Tickets, which include wine and food, are $50 for individuals or $75
per couple—with one hundred percent of the proceeds benefiting the
Restore the Bayou Canopy Campaign.
On Saturday, November 16th, all are invited to witness and celebrate
the major tree planting on Bayou St. John.
http://fsjna.org/2013/10/trees-on-the-bayou/
Labels:
21st Century City,
Green Living,
Trees
Vehicle Burglaries 8200 Block of Fig
EVERY CAR WAS UNLOCKED..... Come on people.... BE SMARTER!!!!
| Type | Description | Case # | Location | Agency | Date | Map It |
| SIMPLE BURGLARY VEHI | J3622813 | 8200 BLOCK OF FIG ST | New Orleans Police | 10/26/2013 1:04:00 PM | Map It | |
| SIMPLE BURGLARY VEHI | J3620413 | 8200 BLOCK OF FIG ST | New Orleans Police | 10/26/2013 12:33:00 PM | Map It | |
| SIMPLE BURGLARY VEHI | J3617713 | 8200 BLOCK OF FIG ST | New Orleans Police | 10/26/2013 12:09:00 PM | Map It | |
| SIMPLE BURGLARY VEHI | J3591113 | 8200 BLOCK OF FIG ST | New Orleans Police | 10/26/2013 7:13:00 AM | Map It |
Sunday, October 27, 2013
Neighborhood Halloween Party
Neighborhood Halloween
Party
Palmer
Park
This Saturday, Saturday,
Oct 26
6:30-9:00
pm
Here’s what you
do:
1. Let us know you are
coming. Drop off a small donation to the Ribka's mailbox at 8217 Neron
Place. (This helps with party expenses. Include your
family name and contact info if you wish to be added to our email
list)
2. Dress up in your
favorite costume (optional of course)
3. Show up at Palmer Park
at 6:30 (after the Arts Market)
4. Bring a dish to share
with your neighbors
5. Have
FUN!!!
Front Belt - Back Belt - Middle Belt
There are 3 Railroad BELT systems in the New Orleans area:
Front Belt - Railroad System that skirts the Mississippi River and goes through Oak Street and parallels Press Street
Back Belt - Railroad System that goes through Old Metairie and parallels I-610 and goes through New Orleans East. The Back Belt has moved trains through Old Metairie since the very late 1800s when Old Metairie was a very sparsely-populated area. There is a consistent local story which indicates that this section of track was only "allowed" temporarily in reaction to WWII needs and was supposed to be removed.
Middle Belt - Railroad System that has been primarily, but not solely, used to get the Amtrak Trains into Union Station. These tracks parallel Airline and go through Hollygrove. "But currently and for the last four decades have only been used by passenger trains - one daily (in both directions) and one about every other day - and a short, nocturnal local freight train (delivering news print to THE TIMES-PICAYUNE) one-to-three nights weekly". This route does not and will not have any grade crossings, meaning that there are no grade crossings & associated automobile traffic problems. NOUPT and ex-KCS-now-CN tracks are already exist in this area.
This article and the current preferred proposal for addressing the issues associated with increased train traffic on the critical East-West rail system that moves freight through New Orleans requires:
- eliminating the Old Metairie portion of the Back Belt
- building "the Carrollton Curve" (formerly considered an engineering implausibility)
- moving train traffic onto the section of the Middle Belt that has been used primarily to as a passenger train route
- the construction of new track a very narrow strip of land between Airline Highway and affecting the residences on the southern side of the track.
Published in Times Picayune
Trains would be stored/parked would be along Earhart just into Jefferson Parish.
Front Belt - Railroad System that skirts the Mississippi River and goes through Oak Street and parallels Press Street
Back Belt - Railroad System that goes through Old Metairie and parallels I-610 and goes through New Orleans East. The Back Belt has moved trains through Old Metairie since the very late 1800s when Old Metairie was a very sparsely-populated area. There is a consistent local story which indicates that this section of track was only "allowed" temporarily in reaction to WWII needs and was supposed to be removed.
Middle Belt - Railroad System that has been primarily, but not solely, used to get the Amtrak Trains into Union Station. These tracks parallel Airline and go through Hollygrove. "But currently and for the last four decades have only been used by passenger trains - one daily (in both directions) and one about every other day - and a short, nocturnal local freight train (delivering news print to THE TIMES-PICAYUNE) one-to-three nights weekly". This route does not and will not have any grade crossings, meaning that there are no grade crossings & associated automobile traffic problems. NOUPT and ex-KCS-now-CN tracks are already exist in this area.
This article and the current preferred proposal for addressing the issues associated with increased train traffic on the critical East-West rail system that moves freight through New Orleans requires:
- eliminating the Old Metairie portion of the Back Belt
- building "the Carrollton Curve" (formerly considered an engineering implausibility)
- moving train traffic onto the section of the Middle Belt that has been used primarily to as a passenger train route
- the construction of new track a very narrow strip of land between Airline Highway and affecting the residences on the southern side of the track.
Published in Times Picayune
Trains would be stored/parked would be along Earhart just into Jefferson Parish.
Friday, October 25, 2013
Wildlife Habitat in NorthWest Carrollton
Send email to nwcarrollton@mindspring.com if you are interested in turning your yard into a Certified Wildlife Habitat. We already have one Certified Wildlife Habitat in the neighborhood and would love to add more.
The information below is taken directly from National Wildlife Federations Website
Autumn brings dramatic changes in the bird life of any North American backyard. As many of the feathered residents that visit your yard during summer go south, migrants from regions to the north will pass through. Some will make brief stopovers while others will spend the winter.
You can make the most of this seasonal avian passage by making some adjustments to your property that will attract greater numbers of different birds in the fall—and help them thrive. Consider the following ideas:
Tip: Running water can be created in a single pool birdbath by installing an electric mister or bubbler, available from bird supply stores. A small pump will move water in a multiple-tiered birdbath, causing the water to make a splashing noise as it recirculates from top to bottom.
Tip: Fallen evergreen trees, placed along the border of the yard, create more cover that will last throughout the winter.
Tip: To attract the greatest number and variety of birds, provide a variety of seed and suet feeders. Northern cardinals, for example, prefer tray feeders, where they can perch on a ledge, while chickadees are more adept at landing on small perches or clinging to wire netting that surrounds feeders. Other birds, including several species of sparrow, feed on or near the ground, while woodpeckers are drawn to suet hanging from tree trunks.
Tip: If there is not enough natural cover just outside the windows, plant some or place potted evergreens around the feeders and baths. The birds will adapt to being close to the house quickly.
Tip: Whatever technique you use, do it on the outside of the pane. Pulling drapes inside will enhance the reflection on the outside. Pasting silhouettes of birds of prey, such as hawks and owls, may also help deter flying birds.
Adapted from "Avian-Attractions " by George Harrison, National Wildlife , October/November 2003.
The information below is taken directly from National Wildlife Federations Website
Autumn brings dramatic changes in the bird life of any North American backyard. As many of the feathered residents that visit your yard during summer go south, migrants from regions to the north will pass through. Some will make brief stopovers while others will spend the winter.
You can make the most of this seasonal avian passage by making some adjustments to your property that will attract greater numbers of different birds in the fall—and help them thrive. Consider the following ideas:
1. Provide running water:
The sound of running water in a birdbath or pond will be heard by migrating birds from some distance, and will draw them to the bath for a drink, and possibly a quick dip. Most migrants that visit birdbaths with running water eat insects. These include warblers, vireos, flycatchers, thrushes and thrashers. In addition, the juveniles of summer resident birds are likely to spend more time at the pool before moving to more southern climes.Tip: Running water can be created in a single pool birdbath by installing an electric mister or bubbler, available from bird supply stores. A small pump will move water in a multiple-tiered birdbath, causing the water to make a splashing noise as it recirculates from top to bottom.
2. Leave sugar water feeders out:
Don’t take down sugar water feeders as soon as local hummingbirds and orioles start leaving in the fall. There are huge numbers of hummingbirds and orioles that have spent the summer farther north; as they migrate through your area, they will recharge themselves at the feeders. And juvenile hummingbirds, the last to abandon nesting grounds, feed on sugar water long after their parents have gone south.3. Clean out birdhouses:
Early fall is a good time to clean out and make necessary repairs to birdhouses in preparation for hosting species that roost during fall and winter. The old nests usually attract insects and parasites and should be removed before winter residents move in. In many areas, bluebirds, chickadees, nuthatches and winter wrens may take up nightly residence in birdhouses to keep warm and safe.4. Create brush piles:
Save your fall clippings of branches and twigs and pile them in a corner of the yard (where they will be less intrusive) to create cover for birds. Most birds that prefer habitat on the ground—such as dark-eyed juncos, tree sparrows and white-throated sparrows—will use brush piles for roosting at night and for protection from predators.Tip: Fallen evergreen trees, placed along the border of the yard, create more cover that will last throughout the winter.
5. Plant evergreens:
There is no better natural cover for birds in fall and winter than evergreens. Planted near feeders and birdbaths, they will attract migrants and provide cover (and thus increase the safety factor) for many birds after deciduous trees lose their leaves.6. Increase the number of feeders:
Autumn is a good time to double the number and kinds of feeders you put out for the birds. Starting with the first cool fall days, the consumption of bird food will increase and continue to increase as the average daily temperatures drop.Tip: To attract the greatest number and variety of birds, provide a variety of seed and suet feeders. Northern cardinals, for example, prefer tray feeders, where they can perch on a ledge, while chickadees are more adept at landing on small perches or clinging to wire netting that surrounds feeders. Other birds, including several species of sparrow, feed on or near the ground, while woodpeckers are drawn to suet hanging from tree trunks.
7. Move the action closer:
One of the main reasons for feeding birds is so that you can enjoy watching their behavior in a natural environment. If you move your bird feeders and birdbaths closer to the house, you can get close to the creatures without disturbing them.Tip: If there is not enough natural cover just outside the windows, plant some or place potted evergreens around the feeders and baths. The birds will adapt to being close to the house quickly.
8. Provide foods for insect eaters:
Many birds that frequent backyards will not eat seeds, but they will eat insects and fruits. Cedar waxwings, American robins, northern mockingbirds, some woodpeckers, and migrating thrushes, thrashers and tanagers will feed readily on chunks of apples, berries and jellies from containers. Bluebirds, robins, mockingbirds and some woodpeckers will eat live mealworms (available at pet supply stores) served in a tray feeder.9. Bring bird sounds indoors:
With the arrival of cooler weather, people tend to close their doors and windows, blocking out the pleasant sounds of birds singing, scolding and chattering. If you like those sounds, consider installing a wireless baby monitoring device outside, and send the sounds of nature inside to a well-placed receiver.10. Protect birds against collisions:
More birds collide with windows during fall than any other season of the year. Often migrating birds that are not familiar with the terrain will see the reflections of a woodland in a windowpane and fly right into it. If the reflection can be removed or muted with soap, netting, screening or by hanging streamers on the outside, the birds will veer away from it.Tip: Whatever technique you use, do it on the outside of the pane. Pulling drapes inside will enhance the reflection on the outside. Pasting silhouettes of birds of prey, such as hawks and owls, may also help deter flying birds.
Adapted from "Avian-Attractions " by George Harrison, National Wildlife , October/November 2003.
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21st Century City,
Green Living,
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Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Filming in Palmer Park
Heads
Up!
You might notice tents and lots of filming trucks in and/around Palmer Park starting tonight through Friday. This is for the ABC Family series Ravenswood. You can catch the 1st episode of the 1st season tonight on ABC Family. The filming is actually taking place at 2000 Carrollton but the crew is calling Palmer Park "home" for the next few days... Welcome!
You might notice tents and lots of filming trucks in and/around Palmer Park starting tonight through Friday. This is for the ABC Family series Ravenswood. You can catch the 1st episode of the 1st season tonight on ABC Family. The filming is actually taking place at 2000 Carrollton but the crew is calling Palmer Park "home" for the next few days... Welcome!
NOPD Convictions
Seems that the TP did not run the stories on these two murder convictions. Not sure why, they are very positive stories on the good work by NOPD Homicide Detectives...
On 10/16/2013 in CDC section G, Daniel Holmes was convicted in the killing of Tyrez Williams. The crime occurred in the 6000 block of Chef Menteur Hwy in the 7th District. The lead detective was Richard Chambers.
The same day in CDC section I, Larry Haynes was convicted in the killing of Teira Reynolds. The crime occurred in the 2800 block of S. Roman St. in the 6th district. The lead detective was Liz Garcia.
On 10/16/2013 in CDC section G, Daniel Holmes was convicted in the killing of Tyrez Williams. The crime occurred in the 6000 block of Chef Menteur Hwy in the 7th District. The lead detective was Richard Chambers.
The same day in CDC section I, Larry Haynes was convicted in the killing of Teira Reynolds. The crime occurred in the 2800 block of S. Roman St. in the 6th district. The lead detective was Liz Garcia.
Zoning Ordinance Meeting
We are up against a City Hall deadline to send in our comments on the Proposed
Zoning Ordinance before November 30, 2013.
The City had a public
presentation and a Q&A of the proposed Zoning Ordinance last week. Some of
us were present.
Some of the proposed changes
have an influence on the quality of life in the Carrollton
Area.
Please go to this CPC website http://www.nola.gov/city-planning/comprehensive-zoning-ordinance/.
This 575 page document will give you a lot of details.
Some of the most important
changes in favor of residents is the Citizen input and storm water management
issues (paving of yards, etc).
When adopted anyone needing a
variance must meet with neighborhood before they submit to the
City.
Please become familiar and
attend a meeting to hear and discuss some of the issues with other Carrollton
residents .
This not a meeting organized by
the City and may not have people from City Hall.
This is a meeting to develop
consensus and exchange opinions of what we all understand the new rules will /
may be / what we may wish to have CPC change.
TUES, OCTOBER
29th
ST. ANDREW’S PARISH HALL
8017 ZIMPLE ST.
enter under the red awning
6:30 – 8:30pm
Your active participation is
welcome.
Friday, October 18, 2013
8237-39 Apricot
Security Development Company, LLC to Melissa Lopez for $12,000.
This is the burned out and essentially empty lot.
This is the burned out and essentially empty lot.
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