District 1 race to test intent behind term limit law

William “Bill” Schwertz Joe Stagni

Gregory W. Carroll “Dee” Dunn Cornelius “C.J.” Dupard Marc E. Johnson District 2 voters avoid

One year after incumbent District 1 Kenner cessfully meeting the voter signature quota, which potentially confusing ballot Councilman Marc Johnson was first elected in was one-third of active voters, Johnson will be the Following the election of Councilman John Lavarine III to an at- 1994, residents voted to amend the city’s charter to first elected official in the city to run for a third Large Kenner council seat in April 2005, a special election was limit political office holders to two consecutive term since the charter amendment went into effect. scheduled for October 15 of last year to fill the unexpired portion of terms, beginning with the 1998 elections. Those who have future aspirations for a career in his term. When the special election was made impossible due to con- Voters also provided incumbent elected offi- politics are sure to take note of the outcome. ditions following Hurricane Katrina, voters faced a potentially con- cials with an opportunity, however, to bypass term District 1, which encompasses the oldest part fusing choice on April 1 in being asked to elect a council representa- limits if they could gather signatures from one of Kenner, hosts amenities such as Rivertown and tive to fill both the unexpired and full council terms simultaneously third of registered voters in their district. After suc- continued on page 14B continued on page 14 B

District 3 contest offers no shortage of choices

“Rich” Aromy Stephen “Steve” Halbert Mary-Sharon Howland Don Murphy Ben Zahn Daniel Zimmerman

When it came time to fill the vacancy that will occur with the departure of Candidates for Kenner’s District 3 Council seat include Republicans “Rick” Councilwoman Jeannie Black due to term limits, the community of 8,186 regis- Aromy, Stephen “Steve” Halbert, Mary-Sharon Howland, Don Murphy and Ben tered voters of District 3 was sent a message that there is not a shortage of individ- Zahn. The sole Democrat is Daniel Zimmerman. None of the candidates has ever uals willing to take on the job. Among the seven council races slated on the April 1 held office before. ballot, none is more crowded than the field in District 3, whose boundaries include All six candidates for the seat of Councilman in District 3 were sent a Kenner one of the area’s recreational gems in Laketown and the Treasure Chest Casino. Star questionnaire and their responses can be found on page 16 B and 17B. ★

City economic growth a consideration in District 4 District 4, which contains what in the process of being returned to erations, as they head was once described as Kenner’s commerce, as well as a proposed to the polls on April 1 “Golden Mile” of shopping, carries marina behind the Gabriel develop- to cast their ballot. much post-Katrina potential as an ment, are also a cause for optimism With present District 4 economic engine for the city. that the city’s economy has room for Councilwoman Michele Areas such as the Esplanade future growth. Branigan term-limited, Mall and The Chateau Commons The 8,712 registered voters are there will be a new face continue to provide space for new certain to pay attention to candidate in that seat. The three businesses to call home. The recent experience and opinion on this issue, candidates in the race, “Nick” J. Cusimano Kent Denapolis announcements of airport property as well as to other important consid- all Republicans, include past candidate Maria District 5 election guarantees Defrancesch and new- first primary winner comers Kevin S. After enduring some of the worst flooding in Kenner that Delahoussaye and Katrina had to offer, the 9,032 registered voters of District 5 may at “Robbie” Ventura. least find some consolation in the fact they will not be subjected to All candidates for a long and drawn out campaign to elect their voice on the city coun- District 4 Councilman cil. With only two candidates in this race, first-timer “Nick” J. were sent a Kenner Cusimano and incumbent Kent Denapolis, both Republicans, voters Star questionnaire. in District 5 are assured to know, on April 1, and perhaps sooner than Their responses can be in any other council district, who will represent them during a cru- found on page 19B. ★ cial time in the area’s history. Maria Defrancesch Kevin S. Delahoussaye “Robbie” Ventura Both candidates for Councilman of District 5 were sent a Kenner Star questionnaire and their responses can be found on page 21B. ★ 2B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R KENNER ST★R MARCH 2006 3B

★ Community ★ I TALIAN, SEAFOOD, LA Swift bus service & STEAKS extended to June 30 NEW HOURS OF OPERATION LA Swift, the free bus service that Depot parking lot at 18139 Highland Road MONDAY & TUESDAY: CLOSED transports displaced residents, workers and in Baton Rouge near I-10, the Chevron WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY: job-seekers between Baton Rouge and New Sorrento Super Shop at 7140 La. 22 near I- 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Orleans, has been extended to June 30. 10, and the LaPlace Texaco and Huddle New! SATURDAY & SUNDAY: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. The Louisiana Department of House Restaurant at 4325 La. 51 near I-10. WEDNESDAY STEAK NIGHT Transportation and Development (DOTD) LA Swift is not a park-and-ride service. and the state Department of Labor, the two Riders should arrange for other transporta- FILET OR RIBEYE, POTATO & SALAD agencies coordinating the service, received tion to the stops. $15.99 word on February 10 from FEMA regard- LA Swift will continue offering express ing the extension. service between the Baton Rouge Capital The extension was announced in the Area Transit System (CATS) Florida Street wake of newly expanded service, with terminal and the Elks Place stop on Canal additional stops in south Baton Rouge, Street in New Orleans. The new schedules Sorrento, and LaPlace that began on are available online at www.laswift.com. February 5. LA Swift also is now offering Schedules and further details are also avail- evening service from Baton Rouge to New able through DOTD’s Customer Service Orleans and morning service from New Center at 225-379-1232 or toll-free at 1- Orleans to Baton Rouge to accommodate 877-4LA-DOTD (1-877-452-3683). employees who work overnight shifts. LA Swift has provided nearly 43,000 DOTD Secretary Johnny B. Bradberry rides between Baton Rouge and New applauded FEMA’s decision saying, Orleans since its inaugural run on October “Transportation remains a major problem 31, 2005. The service is averaging more VIDEO POKER for New Orleans area evacuees who depend than 500 rides per weekday. Bobby Lonero on public transit. We are glad that LA Swift FEMA, which provides buses and driv- 3525 Williams Blvd. can continue to bridge the gap.” ers, first extended the service to February (1 block North of West Esplanade) Live Music Weekends Secretary of Labor John Warner Smith 28 after a 14-day pilot program. 466-5550 6 - 10 said, “Now workers can breathe a sigh of LA Swift is an initiative of the relief that they can keep jobs that have Louisiana Recovery Authority. It is coordi- helped them and their families rebuild their nated by DOTD and the state Department lives. This news should help our efforts to of Labor in cooperation with the New get more people in the New Orleans work- Orleans Regional Transit Authority and force.” CATS. ★ LA Swift now makes stops at the Home

WANTWANT TOTO FINDFIND OUTOUT ABOUTABOUT OUROUR KENNERKENNER LEVEES?LEVEES? Special Informational Meeting East Jefferson Levee District

Open to the Public

PRESENTERS Fred Young Al Naomi U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Michael Stack Department of Transportation and Development And more

Thursday, March 9 • 7 – 9 p.m. East Bank Regional Library Meeting Room B 4747 W. Napoleon in Metairie 4B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R ★ ★ Latin American News Income tax pre-planning IRS. If you are not sure, ask the proper and incentives under recently enacted legisla- and legislation. authorities for guidance. tion. For more information you may call 1- Many ask the question, how can discrimi- A good way to prepare yourself for this 800-562-5227 or go to www.irs.gov/news- nation be stopped? Discrimination will year’s tax return is to review your previous room/article/0,,id=149391,00.html. always be here in one form or another, but we year’s return to make sure that you have all of Do not lose sleep thinking that you could can prevent most of the abuses that our com- By RAFAEL E. SADDY the W2 forms, bank statements with interest be audited. By declaring your earnings and munity suffers by having the proper legisla- earned, investments, dividend statements, deductions honestly and to the best of your tion to protect our interests. We also need to By now you have received or are receiv- mortgage statements with interest paid, and a ability you can explain your return in the educate our leaders on the diverse Hispanic ing all the paperwork needed to prepare your check list to make sure you have captured all event of an audit. The chances of getting socio-economic and cultures in order to prop- federal and state taxes. Due to Hurricane possible deductions including insurance pre- audited are slim to none. According to the erly speak with them. To facilitate this rela- Katrina, Louisiana taxpayers in our area have miums. When it comes to reporting, you IRS, in 2004 only one million returns were tionship with our leaders and for them to take until August 28, 2006 to file their 2005 per- won’t be in trouble with the IRS if you have audited of 130 million filed. The vast majori- tough action, we need to show that we are not sonal and business tax returns as well as their not listed all of your deductions, but if you ty (810,000) were handled via mail request only united with one voice, but that we are taxes for last year. Even with this extension, don’t claim them, you lose them. verification. also actively participating in government and getting everything you need usually proves to If you have someone that prepares your Another date to pay attention to is April 1. community, which means that voting is as be easier said than done. Pulling together all taxes, call and set an appointment to get your On this date all citizens must exercise their much a personal privilege as it is a national the paper work is not something we look for- tax returns completed so you know where you right to vote. I encourage all, and especially responsibility. ward to, but procrastination could cost you stand. If you do your own taxes, make sure the Hispanic community, to go out and vote I leave you with the thought for the money. By filing early you can get your you have the latest software and that you are for their candidate of choice. Hispanics are month: “No one can do everything. Still, refund quicker which might help you meet familiar with current changes. the largest ethnic majority and growing everyone can do something--together, we can some immediate needs. If you owe money to And talking about changes, there are sev- minority group, but we are a group without do anything!” the IRS or the state, you can avoid penalties eral qualified deductions and tax breaks that the power of voice if we do not vote. We rep- God Bless. ★ by preparing your taxes early and mailing the IRS is using to provide relief and assis- resent a crucial voting block that can no your return with your check post-dated on the tance to victims of Hurricane Katrina and longer be ignored. Despite our rapid growth, Rafael E. Saddy is an assistant to the mayor due date of August 28. 2006. Rita. There is a new Publication 4492, researchers estimate that many eligible for Hispanic affairs in Kenner and president Everyone must file, including those indi- Information for Taxpayers affected by Hispanics are not registered or do not vote. of the Latin American Civic Association of viduals not in permanent residence status. Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma, that Voting is a fundamental right that we have as Louisiana (LACAL). Email Saddy at Those Hispanic in T.P.S., or are pending on explains the tax law changes and relief provi- citizens and it serves as the gateway to our [email protected]. Correspondence legalization status, are encouraged to file sions. Small businesses and employers in the democracy. It also serves as the most effective for LACAL can be sent to P. O. Box 640604, taxes to avoid any complications with the Gulf region can receive a variety of tax breaks way to voice our concerns about government Kenner, LA, 70064-0604. KENNER ST★R MARCH 2006 5B

10th Annual

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Entry Fee: Adults $20 Children (under 16) $10 Rodeo Tickets much be purchased before Friday, April 21, 2006 at 11:59 p.m. Window Screens Made & Installed

Each rodeo participant will receive: PATIO COVERS • ROOFING • GLASS-ENCLOSED ROOMS A ticket to enter the rodeo Two admission passes for the awards presentation • Pool Enclosures • Patio Covers on Sunday, June 4 at the Back to the Beach Festival • Carports • Glass Rooms • Insulated Rooms • Room Additions Fish in the Pontchartrain Basin: • Replacement • Screened Rooms Basin area includes bayous, rivers and tributaries of Lakes Pontchartrain, Maurepas, Windows • Vinyl Siding • Gutters St. Catherine, Borgne and Breton Sound. LICENSED & FULLY INSURED OVER 35-YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE NEW ORLEANS AREA Weigh Stations: Saturday & Sunday, 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. TRIPLE BBB CONSTRUCTION E S Bonnabel Boat Launch, Metairie – Headquarters 2158 Kenner Ave. E TE R A F M 504-467-6998 TI Prizes: ES The Big Kahuna • The Lil’ Kahuna SINCE 1978 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in each species to include Black Bass, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Croaker, Bream, Flounder, Sheepshead, White Trout, Catfish, Black Drum Biggest Fish, any unlisted species Suzuki “Catch & Reward” Door Prizes! 450-1753

Awards Presentation: The awards presentation with master of ceremonies, Don Dubuc, is Sunday, June 4 at the 17th Annual Back to the Beach Festival along Lakeshore Drive by the Kiefer UNO Lakefront Arena. Carpet Cleaning & Restoration There will be family fun, music, food and more! Bring your family and friends! Mold Remediation Slab, ceramic, tile & grout cleaning and FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 836-2205. disinfecting prior to floor installation FREE ESTIMATES

Not 1,000 Not 5,000 Not 10,000 But…20,600 COMPLETE Not 15,000 PEST & TERMITE CONTROL copies of the Kenner Star are mailed each month! Every registered voter household in Kenner gets one! The Kenner Star can help you reach your target market! 4400 Wabash Street, Metairie, LA 70001 CALL 468-9125 FOR ADVERTISING INFO (504) 888-4941 Fax (504) 888-8120 6B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R ★ ★ Insurance Flood insurance facts floodplain management ordinances to Program (NFIP) was born, rates had to be your agent). reduce future flood damage. More than developed. The Flood Insurance Rating The dwelling form allows for replace- 19,000 communities across the country and Map (FIRM) came into existence to facili- ment cost coverage on the building by its territories participate, and more than 4.1 tate that purpose. Any construction before insuring to 80 percent of the cost to replace million people have purchased a federally December 31, 1974, or before the initial or by maximizing policy limits. By BUDDY SEELING backed flood insurance policy. date of the Flood Insurance Rating Map for Replacement cost is available for building While the NFIP is a national program, that particular community in which the coverage only. Contents coverage is valued This article was originally published in the floodplain management ordinances are building resides, falls under Pre-FIRM sta- on an actual cash value (ACV) basis. The September 2004. In the wake of Katrina implemented at the local level, and the tus and is not required to have an elevation general property form does not have a and with a new hurricane season rapidly insurance is sold through local agents. certificate to quote coverage. However, replacement cost provision available on approaching, I thought it was a good idea Studies indicate that structures built in providing one could substantially reduce either building or contents and any loss to reprint it. compliance with the NFIP’s standards help your premium. Any construction after would be adjusted on an actual cash value reduce the potential flooding damage to December 31, 1974 falls under Post-FIRM (ACV) basis. Imagine a hurricane hitting Louisiana those buildings by more than 75 percent. status and an elevation certificate is The average premium for a flood insur- at the mouth of the Mississippi. Not only The Community Rating System (CRS) required for Post-FIRM construction locat- ance policy is slightly more than $300 per would we sustain the ensuing windstorm is a way that the NFIP’s floodplain man- ed in all zones designated as A & V. year for approximately $100,000 worth of damage, but the experts maintain we would agement and flood insurance components Flood Insurance covers direct physical coverage; every one in our area has some also have 10-15 feet of water encompassing work together. CRS rewards communities loss by or from flood to an insured proper- level of risk for flooding. It makes sense to Jefferson Parish due to the tidal surge from that go beyond NFIP requirements, which ty. “Flood” is defined as an “overflow of have a flood insurance policy when you a direct hit. With this in mind I thought it in turn reduces the flood insurance premi- inland or tidal waters,” or “the unusual and consider the following: would be appropriate to bring some flood um for policyholders in those communities rapid accumulation or run off of surface Federal disaster assistance is only avail- insurance facts to your attention. from five percent to 45 percent. And waters from any source.” able if the President declares a federal dis- The National Flood Insurance Program recently, new coverage called Increased There are two policy forms available aster for the area. (NFIP) was created by Congress in 1968 to Cost of Compliance, or ICC, was added to for flood insurance. The Dwelling form Disaster assistance is often a loan that help reduce the cost and damage of flood the standard flood insurance policy. ICC encompasses the places where we reside must be repaid in addition to existing mort- disasters. Through this program, which is helps people rebuild their flood-damaged whether owned or rented. The maximum gages, loans and credit card debts. administered by the Federal Insurance homes or businesses so that they meet the policy limits available for the dwelling The monthly repayment for a disaster Administration (FIA), part of the Federal floodplain management codes in the com- form are $250,000 on the building and home loan is about the same as an annual Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), munity to reduce future risk. $100,000 on contents. The General premium payment for flood insurance. federally backed flood insurance is avail- Flood Insurance Cost and Coverage: Property form encompasses all of our com- By contrast, flood insurance claims are able in communities that adopt and enforce When the National Flood Insurance mercial buildings. The maximum limit for paid even if no disaster if declared. building coverage on the general property Since 1969, the NFIP has paid more form is $500,000, and the maximum con- than 8.6 billion in flood insurance claims, tents limits are $250,000. Either form can and this was prior to Katrina and Rita. ABSENTEE VOTING be written to cover both building and con- There is a 30 day waiting period before tents or can be written to cover each expo- a flood insurance policy becomes effective, sure individually. These policy limits are but there are a few exceptions to this, such the maximum available from the NFIP. as an act of sale. It is important to review for Excess coverage is available, so contact your flood insurance coverage now – don’t April 1 Election your agent to discuss purchasing it. wait until a flood is imminent. ★ A “building” is defined as a walled and roofed structure that is permanently Buddy Seeling, C.I.C., is vice president of Joe Yenni Building attached, as well as the items that are per- Aparicio, Walker and Seeling, Inc., an inde- manently attached to it. “Contents” are pendent insurance agency located at 4501 First Floor Lobby defined as personal property owned by you, West Napoleon Avenue in Metairie. Seeling March 20 - 26, 2006 which is incidental to the occupancy of the can be reached at 883-4111 or via email at building. (Both coverages are subject to [email protected]. Visit the company’s limitations and should be discussed with website at www.awsinc.com.

The Only Full-Time Councilmember for District 3

Mary-Sharon Howland is the only four-time President of Kenner's leading business organization. She’s a business owner, and an advocate for our neighborhoods who believes that Kenner can run like a business with officials actually working together. It requires leaders who can be candid without being confronta- tional. Mary-Sharon knows when to listen and when to speak up for the people of District 3. Mary-Sharon Howland. Polished, - Professional & Proven. Mary Sharon HO W L A ND  Council District 3

Paid for by the Mary-Sharon Howland Campaign. KENNER ST★R MARCH 2006 7B

KENNER COUNCIL DISTRICT 1 CANDIDATES FOR APRIL 1, 2006 ELECTION

Cornelius Marc E. Gregory W. “Dee“ “C. J.” JOHNSON CARROLL DUNN DUPARD

Democrat Democrat Democrat Democrat

PERSONAL INFORMATION 45 years old; Married to Eliza Butler Carroll; 52 years old; Married to Will Dunn, Sr.; 34 years old; Single-parent father; Son, 43 years old; Married to Janice Johnson; Three children, Gregory II, 9, Gabrielle, 15, Three sons, Will, Jr., Thaddius and David; Michael, 6; Resident of Kenner since 1983 Three children, Kyron, Malan, and Marc Jr. Aaron, 21 Daughter of Corine Davis Bapiste and the late Charles Baptiste

EDUCATION AND OCCUPATION Earned bachelor of science in business Studied business administration at Southern Attended S. J. Barbre Middle School, John Earned law degree at Southern University administration from UNO; Graduated Alfred University in New Orleans; Graduate of Curtis Christian School; Graduated Law Center; Earned bachelor of arts in polit- T. Bonnabel High School; Attended Our Grace King High School; CEO and owner Archbishop Rummel High School in 1991; ical science at Xavier University; Graduated Lady of Perpetual Help School Dee Dunn Trucking Service; Residential Attended LSU 1991-1994 in business admin- from De La Salle High School; Attorney home builder istration; Earned a bachelor of science practicing law for 16 years degree in marketing from UNO in 1998; Union Pacific Railroad locomotive engineer since 2004; Union Pacific Railroad conduc- tor 1998-2003

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS Previously worked in the Department of Kenner Professional Women’s Association Real estate investor; Entrepreneur; Jefferson 12 years as Kenner District 1 Councilman; Energy for 8 years at Boeing Petroleum Board of Directors from 1989 to 1990, Parish Public School System substitute Former public defender; Former intern to Services as Budget Financial Analyst and 10 KPWA First vice-president in 1992 and sec- teacher; Member American Finance U.S. Senator J. Bennett Johnston; Member years at DynMcDermott Petroleum ond vice-president in 1991; Member of East Association, Louisiana Democratic Party, Louisiana Bar Association, Jefferson Bar Operations Company as emergency manage- Jefferson Prayer and Bible Band and St. College Democrats of America, NAACP, Association and National Association of ment coordinator; Gymnasium supervisor at Mark Benevolent Society; Served on Beacon Cathedral Missionary Baptist County Officials Buddy Lawson Playground for 15 years; Lafreniere Park Advisory Board from 1993 Church, LSU football Team of 2003, UTU Coach, counselor and academic tutor for the to 2000; Past member Coalition for Local # 1836, UTUE Local # 1337; Coach past 25 years at Buddy Lawson Playground; Leadership and Development and Lincoln Kenner Recreation Department Member of Mothers Against Drunk Drivers Manor Booster Club; Covenant House vol- (MADD); Two-term member of the unteer; Associate minister of New Mt. Jefferson Parish Economic Development Bethel Baptist Church Commission (JEDCO); Current member of the Jefferson Parish Democratic Executive Committee (JDEC); Resigned as recreation coordinator of Kenner Parks and Recreation Department to run for District 1 office

ELECTION EXPERIENCE Ran for Kenner District 1 Councilman in Ran for Kenner District 1 Councilman First time candidate Elected Kenner District 1 Councilman in 1994 and 1998 1994, 1998 and 2002

WEB SITE AND PUBLIC INFORMATION Cell Telephone 782-3404; Home telephone Home telephone 466-6035; Cell phone 606- 2629 Dawson Street, Kenner, La 70062; Telephone 464-0803; Campaign headquarters 466-6500 7754; Fax number 461-9875 Email [email protected]; Telephone 464-4726 2214 Rev. Richard Wilson Blvd. in Kenner

The Kenner Star was unsuccessful in attempts to receive responses from District 1 candidate Lolita Reed Glass, a Democrat who qualified to run on February 8, 2006. 8B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R

KENNER COUNCIL DIST. 2 CANDIDATES FOR APRIL 1, 2006 ELECTION ★ Health ★ Shoulder separations: Understanding William Joe “Bill” this common shoulder injury STAGNI By LUIS M. ESPINOZA M.D. may occur several days after the injury. SCHWERTZ After sustaining a Grade 3 separation, you A shoulder may feel a painful popping sensation due to separation is a the loose clavicle shifting with shoulder Republican Republican fairly common motion. Although very painful, the individ- injury, espe- ual is still able to raise their arm overhead, PERSONAL INFORMATION cially in an ath- unlike a shoulder dislocation where the letic popula- shoulder can’t be raised. 58 years old; Divorced; One son, Dino; 42 years old; Married to the former Denise tion. This past Diagnosis is made on physical exami- Resident of Kenner for 27 years Contavasprie; Two sons, Joseph Jr., 7 and fall, LSU’s nation along with X-rays that demonstrate Andrew, 4; Resident of Kenner for 34 years starting quar- the degree of separation and rule out any terback, coexisting fractures. In some cases, X-rays JaMarcus are taken while holding a weight in each Russell, sepa- hand to stress the joint and determine how rated his left, non-throwing shoulder on a much damage is present. sack in the loss to the Georgia Bulldogs in Treatment for a Grade 1 or 2 shoulder EDUCATION AND OCCUPATION the December 3 Southeastern Conference separation usually consists of a sling and Championship Game. The injury forced pain medication until the torn ligaments Earned associate degree in liberal arts from Earned bachelor of science and doctor of Russell out of the game and prevented him heal. In most cases, the shoulder becomes Delgado in 1978; Owns Bill & Jerry chiropractic; Graduated from John Curtis from playing in the Peach Bowl against relatively pain-free within four to six Investments, Inc. since 1984; Owns Renewed Christian School in 1982; Attended Miami University December 30, nearly weeks. Since there is no danger of making Homes, Inc. Roosevelt Middle School; Chiropractic the condition worse, activity can be deter- physician since 1988 with Stagni four weeks later. Another LSU notable, mined by the symptoms. In other words, Chiropractic, a Kenner business located in Michael Clayton is a current NFL wide District 2 for over 30 years receiver that sustained a separated shoulder your activity is only limited by the amount during the 2005 preseason and never quite of shoulder discomfort you can tolerate. regained the same form he had during his The treatment of the high Grade 3 AC breakout rookie season in 2004. Shoulder separations is somewhat controversial. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS separations can occur in just about any indi- Many studies show no difference in the out- Vice-president of University Civic Co-chair for merit civil service petition drive vidual and can be severely disabling. comes for surgically treated separations vs. Association; Finance committee member of becoming first Kenner resident to receive A shoulder separation is an injury in the non-operative treatment. A significant por- Mayor Capitano’s transition team statewide Monte Lemann Award from acromioclavicular (AC) joint, located on tion of people who injure their dominant Louisiana Civil Service League in 1999; the top part of the shoulder where the col- shoulder and participate in overhead activi- Charter member Roosevelt Subdivision Civic larbone (clavicle) attaches to the scapula. ties may be more likely to benefit from sur- Association; Vice-president Kenner Lions The injury usually results from a sudden gical repair to restore shoulder function. Club; Member Jefferson Chamber/Chamber of impact that drives the shoulder down before Surgery involves relocating the joint and Commerce, Butch Duhe Boosters Club/Butch the individual can dampen the impact with repairing the torn ligaments. A screw or Duhe Mens Club; Past member Alliance for their arm. It is important to realize that a strong suture is used to hold the joint Good Government, Jefferson Alliance, A Good shoulder separation is completely distinct reduced while the repaired ligaments heal. Government Organization, Jefferson Parish from a shoulder dislocation in which the Proper rehabilitation of the shoulder can Board of Election Supervisors, East Jefferson arm (humerus) completely disengages from dramatically improve the function and Italian-American Society, Kenner Planning the shoulder socket (glenoid) resulting in a decrease the painful symptoms associated and Zoning Commission and Kenner Board of painful unstable shoulder joint. with this common injury. ★ Zoning Adjustments; Member of Louisiana The AC joint can be injured in varying Board of Chiropractic Examiners; Past adviso- degrees. The mildest type of injury is a sim- Luis M. Espinoza M.D. is a board certified ry board president Kenner Adult Day Care ple sprain of the ligaments around the joint orthopedic surgeon practicing at the Center; Parishioner Our Lady of Perpetual Orthopedic Center for Sports Medicine. Dr. Help (Grade I). A more severe injury can result when the ligaments around the joint are Espinoza is a current member of the Major partially torn (Grade 2 separation). If all the League Baseball Team Physicians ligaments around the joint are torn, the Association and serves as a consultant for ELECTION EXPERIENCE injury results in an obvious bump on the the Washington Nationals AAA affiliate New shoulder (Grade 3 separation). Orleans Zephyrs baseball team. The First-time candidate Ran for Kenner Councilman at Large The symptoms may range from mild Orthopedic Center is a multi-specialty cen- Division A in 1998 tenderness on top of the shoulder, to the ter dedicated to complete musculoskeletal obvious deformity seen in high-grade sepa- care with focused expertise in shoulder, rations where the displaced collarbone is knee, and non-surgical spine care. Offices very prominent. There may be a consider- are located in Kenner and Metairie. For able amount of swelling associated with additional information call 889-2663 or log Grade 2 or Grade 3 separations. A bluish on to www.orthodoc.aaos.org/lespinozamd. discoloration of the skin due to bruising

WEB SITE AND PUBLIC INFORMATION SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE Email [email protected]; Campaign Office telephone 443-2200 KENNER ST★R KENNER ST★R MARCH 2006 9B

★ Sports ★ Shell Shockers pledge $1 million to New Orleans City Park The Premier Development League fran- ational area in the city,” said Farrell. continue to use Pan American at the same formed in 2003 and play in the Mid South chise wants to make a huge investment into Louisiana businessman Michael Balluff rental rate charged by City Park.” Division of the Southern Conference of the one of the city’s best-loved locations. At a recently bought control of the Shell Balluff further added, “We are ready to Premier Development League. Head Coach time of frenzied speculation over the future Shockers and is now club president. He put our money where our mouth is and cre- Kenny Farrell was awarded the PDL’s pres- of other local sports teams, it is a sign of explained that as soon as they get the go- ate a first-rate facility in return for a long- tigious “Coach of the Year” title after a the Shell Shockers’ commitment and loyal- ahead from City Park’s Executive term lease. We have met with the executive spectacular first season in which his team ty to New Orleans and Louisiana. Committee, the Shell Shockers will pump committee and they seem keen, so we are won more games than any other team in the Head coach Kenny Farrell said, “We are an initial $150,000 into the dilapidated just waiting for the chance to sign on the country. The league features the best here to stay in New Orleans. We have had facility. dotted line. We are raring to go and want to emerging talent in the nation and the season attractive offers from outside Orleans “I guarantee that within 24 hours we breathe life back into this neglected soccer runs from March until August. Parish, but Pan American Stadium is our will begin improving the stadium. We will home.” For more information call 207-1905 or home and we don’t want to leave.” gut the bathrooms and dressing rooms, the The New Orleans Shell Shockers were go to www.noshellshockers.com. ★ City Park, at 1,300 acres, is one of the fridges in the concession areas have to be 10 largest urban parks in the nation. More professionally cleaned, and the back of the than 150 years old, it suffered as much as press box has been eaten away by termites. 10 feet of flooding to 90 percent of its area. But that is only the first phase of our The salt water from the Gulf of Mexico planned cash injection,” said Balluff. killed the grass, drowned the administra- The Shell Shockers want to spend tion offices and destroyed over 1,000 trees. $500,000 replacing the rusted and corroded Every maintenance vehicle and piece of risers and bleachers with seats to turn Pan park equipment was lost. American into a state-of-the-art spectator Hot Breakfast • Po-Boys • Wraps • Salads The park, which attracts more than 11 venue. A new press box and corporate Soups • Homemade Desserts million visitors annually, has the largest col- sponsor suites have an estimated cost of lection of mature live oaks in the world – $200,000, and there are plans to build a SPECIALTY COFFEE DRINKS some of which are estimated to be 1,000 proper brick entrance, two children’s play Frozen Coffees including Chippidy do dah • Vanilla Bean • Heath Bar years old. But it receives no money from the areas, and to landscape the parking lot. Lattes • Café au Lait • Hot Chocolate city for operations, and after the storm, the Finally, they propose to create more soccer White Chocolate Lattes • Mocha Lattes • Candy Bar Flavors board was forced to slash the workforce by fields around the stadium which would Call In or Fax Orders For Take Out - 504-443-2299 96 percent, from 260 employees to just 11. send total expenditures soaring past seven “Pan American Stadium should be the figures. 4041 Williams Blvd. at Vintage permanent home of the Shell Shockers, and Farrell added, “This city – and indeed in Winn Dixie Shopping Center generations of New Orleanians have a spe- Louisiana as a whole – needs more places cial place in their hearts for City Park. I to play sports, and we want to put some- can’t wait to seal the deal so that we can thing back into the community. We also start cleaning up the most treasured recre- guarantee that high school football can

Archbishop Chapelle High School Celebrates “Naturally New Orleans’’ Saturday, March 18

6:00 - 7:00 PM - Patron Party 7:00 Doors Open 7:00 - Silent and Oral Auctions followed by Dancing to “The Topcats” Buffet Dinner and Open Bar

Archbishop Chapelle’s elegant Gymnsium Ballroom 8800 Veterans Blvd., Metairie • A third generation Kenner business owner Ticket prices: $50.00 per Reveler • A proven record of dedication, service, and teamwork that will help me to represent you in the important years ahead • Endorsed candidate of Republican Party Contact Erin Vezina Caruso, 831-9391 or Dottie Schule, Special Events Director, 468-9090 to purchase tickets 464-0791 [email protected] PAID FOR BY THE BEN ZAHN CAMPAIGN FUND 10B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R

★ Community ★ Preservation Resource Center publishes memorable book on life in the city’s historic districts . .

New Orleans: Life in an Epic City will haunts and warm nests, Preservation . . . . be released this month. With over 125 pho- Resource Center began collecting images . . . . tographs and accompanying quotes about of daily life and sustaining moments that . New Orleans: . . . everyday life in the city’s historic neighbor- ground each of us in our communities. In . .

Life in an . . hoods, this 104-page hardbound book is the hindsight, the collection – which is partial- . . . . story of a particular place at a particular ly featured in this book – is a legacy of life Epic City . . . . time. in New Orleans’ historic neighborhoods . . . .

In the aftermath of 9/11, when people between two American tragedies. It is also September 11, 2001 – . . .

Hurricane Katrina . were searching for the comfort of old a tribute to the people of this historic city . . .

August 29, 2005 ......

It’s time for change. The voice of the people must . . . .

be heard. It is time to move this city forward for the . . .

next generation. We must have unity in our city . . .

council and we must be able to work together with . Introduced & Edited by . .

Mary Fitzpatrick . our administration and police department. . . .

I have no personal problems with my opponents, . . .

but this is not personal, this is about the business of 100% of proceeds benefits . . .

Preservation Resource Center’s .

the city. Most of my opponents are politically .

rebuilding programs . .

connected in our current city’s government, by . . .

choosing any of them would only change the faces . . and not change the politics. I challenge my opponents to affiliate me or my family with any of who are courageously rebuilding their Westervelt, Janie Blackmon, Frank Davis, the city’s current leaders. homes, businesses, communities, and lives. Kitty Duncan Sherrill, Gene Cizek, Peggy We need new ideas and a leader that is not Among the 45 featured photographers LaBorde, Anne Grace, Connie Parker, being influenced by anyone but the citizens. are professionals Neil Alexander, Richard Queens of the 2003 Young Men Illinois I’m not a politician’s candidate; Sexton, Cheryl Gerber, Mark Sindler, Ball and the 2003 Carnival, Aaron Neville, I’m your candidate! David Spielman, Keith Weldon Medley, Galatoire’s waiter John Fontenot, Rob Christopher Porche West, Frank Relle, Stumm, Henri Butler, and Dr. Bob, among RICK Do you just want to change the faces or AROMY do you want to change the politics? Louis Sahuc, Ian McNulty and dozens of many others. amateurs. Quotes come from Walter PRC’s Homeowner Assistance and I will let your voices be heard. COUNCILMAN DISTRICT 3 Isaacson, Nancy Lemann, Dave Neighborhood Recovery Fund will be the You can make this change by Bartholomew, Poppy Z. Brite, Andrei recipient of 100 percent of the sales. To “KENNER’S NEW VOICE for CHOICE” voting on April 1, 2006. Codrescu, Angele Parlange, and Becky order, email [email protected], call RICK AROMY #47 VOTE “Kenner’s New Voice for Choice” Allen, as well as bakers, construction work- 581-7032 or go to www.prcno.org and pay Rick Aromy #47. ers, attorneys, and booksellers. People online. The cost is $20 for members and PAID FOR BY THE RICK AROMY CAMPAIGN FUND • aromyforcouncil.com • 469-5080 spotted in the images include Naydja $25 for non-members. ★ Bynum, Katherine Gelderman, Tommy KENNER ST★R MARCH 2006 11B

★ Entertainment ★ Actor’s Theatre of New Orleans presents Larry Shue’s Broadway hit The Nerd

The comedy, The Nerd, which ran for a Willum’s deal with a major client during a Nerd. Glasser, Kevin Songy, Linda Hubchen, year on Broadway, is the story of Willum, dinner party where everything that can go Performances are Thursday, Saturday Jackson Townsend, Kyle Pecoraro, and an aspiring architect who finds out that the wrong does, Willum and his two pals final- March 16 through April 1 at 7:30 p.m. with Lucas Harms. man who saved his life in Vietnam, Rick ly decide to take matters into their own Sunday matinees on March 19 and 26 at The theatre is located on the second Steadman, has returned and now needs a hands in an unbelievably hysterical scheme 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $16 for adults and floor of the WTIX-FM Building at 4539 place to stay. After Rick manages to ruin to rid the house once and for all of the $14 for students and seniors. Rene’ J. F. North I-10 Service Road behind Target. For Piazza directs the Larry Shue comedy with reservations call 456-4111. ★ March fun at Children’s Castle a cast including Megan Harms, David The Children’s Castle, located at 501 Saturday, March 18 Williams Boulevard in Rivertown, offers Adella Adella the Storyteller performances for kids and adults alike “Thinking Caps and Listening Ears” every Saturday at 11:30 a.m. and at 1:00 p.m. Admission is $3.50 per person. Saturday, March 25 Curtis Pierre Saturday, March 4 “Samba Saturday – A Rio Carnival for Betsy McGovern Kids” “Songs and Stories of Ireland” For more information about Children’s Saturday, March 11 Castle events, call 468-7231. ★ M.T. Noggin the Clown “Circus Magic” Cannés Brûlee Native American Village March schedule of events The Cannes Brulee Native American Ann creates beauty from palmetto leaves Village is a unique outdoor exhibit that fea- in her traditional baskets. tures Native American artisans from tribes throughout the Gulf South, and elsewhere, March 18 who share their culture and traditions with Margo Rosas, Choctaw the public. The village is open Tuesday Leatherwork – Well-known for her natural- through Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 ly tanned leather, Margo works leather into p.m., and is located at 303 Williams usable and wearable objects. Boulevard in Rivertown. For more informa- tion visit www.rivertownkenner.com or call March 25 468-7231. Admission is $3. Rose Behan, Eastern Band of Cherokee The schedule for March is listed below. Clay pinch pots – Come and use clay to March 4 make these small containers, and then add Margo Rosas, Choctaw twigs to decorate them. A fun activity for Beadwork – Margo will demonstrate and the whole family. ★ display different styles of her beadwork, such as loom, appliqué and gourd stitch.

March 11 Lora Ann Chaisson, United Houma Nation Half-hitch coil palmetto basketry – Lora

The future for our children begins with strong leadership today.

Maria DeFrancesch is a reform-minded civic leader who promotes good government. As an educator, she has mastered conflict resolution and will be outspoken against petty political infighting. She is passionate about the cityís role toward preparing our youth for tomorrow. Kenner deserves leadership that unites. Unity begins with DeFrancesch.

Paid for by the Maria Defrancesch Campaign for Kenner Council. 12B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R

★ Community ★ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton to host Lenten Mission From March 13 until 15, 2006, St. update of its Mass schedule. Beginning Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church will March 5, 2006, the Saturday Vigil will be host a Lenten Mission on the theme held at 4:00 p.m., and Sunday Masses will “Recognizing the Sacred Moments of Our be celebrated at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., noon Lives,” led by Deacons Eddie Ensley and and 6:00 p.m. During Lent, weekday Robert Herrmann. The program will begin Masses will be at 8:00 a.m., Monday each evening at 7:00 p.m. in the church through Saturday, and an evening Mass will building. For more information call 468- be celebrated at 6:00 p.m., Monday through 1441. Friday. ★ SEAS also recently announced an KPWA meeting announcement The Kenner Professional Women’s Networking begins at 11:30 a.m., fol- Association meeting for March will be held lowed by lunch at noon. The speaker is to on Tuesday, March 21, 2006 at the be announced. For reservations call 962- Radisson New Orleans Airport Hotel, 3930. ★ located at 2150 Veterans Boulevard.

Kenner Regional Medical Center’s ACCESS Pregnancy & Referral Center Founded in cooperation with the Tenet Healthcare Foundation and located on the campus of Kenner Regional Medical Center ACCESS offers free pregnancy testing and peer counseling by trained staff and volunteers who listen to the client’s concerns and help her explore her options. Referrals are available for a variety of pregnancy-related services, including pre- natal care, prenatal classes and professional counseling. Spanish-speaking coun- selors are also available for clients needing bilingual services. ACCESS Pregnancy & Referral Center Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. After-hours appointments are available.

200 W. Esplanade Avenue, Suite 130 on the Loyola side of KRMC For more information about the Kenner Access Center, call 469-9996 or visit www.accesspregnancy.com

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★ Tourism ★ Tournaments and teams are coming to town everyone is geared toward making this their Sharon Solomon is the marketing director tion funded by private membership dues and best tournament yet. Even though hotel for the Kenner Convention and Visitors funds from the city of Kenner. Sharon Solomon rooms are scarce, Kenner Recreation is put- Bureau, located at 2100 Third Street in can be reached at 464-9494, via email at ken- ting on this show. In order to adequately Rivertown. The KCVB is a non-profit corpora- [email protected] or at www.kennercvb.com. house players, some team members will need to stay in local homes. If anyone is KEVIN By SHARON SOLOMON interested in helping to house players, MY GOALS please contact me at 464-9494. The number DELAHOUSSAYE Since the Louisiana High School of athletes coming here is unavailable at AS YOUR COUNCILMAN • DISTRICT 4 Athletic Association successfully held their this time, but I will keep you posted. COUNCILMAN state wrestling championship at the The next event scheduled to come to • I will continue to move Pontchartrain Center last month, I’m con- Kenner in the middle of April is Cheer vinced that we’re ready for even bigger Nation Cheerleading Competition. This forward with the street, events. Kenner showed that even though we event was planned pre-Katrina, and the sidewalk, and drainage do not yet have all of our city’s hotel rooms organizers stuck with us. Cheerleaders projects started in available for occupancy, we could still pull from all over the United States will con- District 4. verge in Kenner, and the Pontchartrain off a major gathering with minimal prob- • I will work to improve our lems. Center will look its best for this competi- Next on our agenda is the Biddy tion. Nothing seems to deter these athletes local playgrounds and gyms. Basketball International Tournament, as they compete for the best cheerleading • I will work with the cur- scheduled for the second weekend in April. group in America – not even a storm called rent shopping center Teams are coming here from as far away as Katrina. Is that the American spirit or what! owners to help them If you need more information, please Finland. Our Kenner Recreation gyms will secure long-term tenants. be utilized for these tournaments, and feel free to call. ★ • I will work with Kenner’s 2006 administration and SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE council in order to keep our city and District KENNER ST★R www.kevindelahoussaye.com moving forward. Paid for by the Kevin Delahoussaye campaign fund. 14B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R

★ Community ★ Big Book Sale to benefit Jefferson library system The Friends of the Jefferson Parish Admission and parking are free. and videos will also be available for sale. audiotape, encyclopedias, and puzzles at Public Library will hold their annual Big Over 100,000 used books will be avail- All proceeds from the Big Book Sales are their donation sorting center, located at Book Sale from Thursday, March 16 able for purchase, including the following dedicated to provide needed materials for 6640 Riverside Drive, Suite #100, next to through Sunday, March 19 at the categories: hardback and paperback fiction, the Jefferson Parish public library system. the Wagner Library. ★ Pontchartrain Center from 10:00 a.m. until romance, military, history, computer books, The library group also accepts dona- 8:00 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, and cookbooks, textbooks, and children’s books. tions of hardback and paperback books, 12:00 until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. First editions, collectibles, records, CDs, records, sheet music, videos, DVDs, CDs, Esplanade Mall

/ iÊ,œVŽˆ˜½ÊœÀÃiÊ>“iÊ,œœ“ÃÊEÊ/ iʈ˜ˆÃ ʈ˜iÊ"vv‡/À>VŽÊ iÌ̈˜}Ê*>ÀœÀà to host baby fair On Saturday, March 4, 2006, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., The Esplanade Mall will host its first-ever Baby Fair, which is presented as part of its free kid’s club Muggsy’s Meadow program. The event, held in Center Court, will feature enter- tainment and information for expecting mothers and families and will also offer the latest and greatest products for kids. Parents and guardians, along with their children, are invited to attend child safety demonstrations and other attractions at the event. More information is available online at www.ShopTheEsplanade.com. Muggsy’s Meadow, a program for New Orleans area children ages 0 through 12 and their families, offers fun and educa- tional activities at The Esplanade and online at www.muggsysmeadow.com. ★

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other sites of cultural and historical signifi- cance, has 6,262 registered voters. Those joining Johnson in the race for the District 1 council seat include past candidates Gregory W. Carroll and “Dee” Dunn and newcomers Cornelius J. “CJ” Dupard and Lolita Reed Glass. All candidates are Democrats. All candidates were sent a Kenner Star questionnaire and their responses appear on page 7B. The Kenner Star was unable to con- tact Lolita Reed Glass. ★

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★ Community ★ AARP offers tax return help $ The annual AARP Tax Aid program is uals with low or moderate income to offer OFF now available to at a new location in tax advice and to prepare and e-file federal ANY SET OF FOUR TIRES Kenner. It has moved from the North and state income tax returns. A second BRIDGESTONE Kenner branch of the Jefferson Parish location in Kenner, 641 Compromise FIRESTONE Public Libray to the Kenner Pavilion locat- Drive, offers services on an appointment Expires March 31, 2006 ed in Kenner City Park a the corner of only basis. Loyola Drive and Vintage Boulevard. Contact Kenner AARP Tax Aid coordi- 25 The service is offered on Mondays, and nator Fred Dumas for questions about the Tires • Alignments • Balancing • Oil Changes • Air Conditioner Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. program or to find out about being a volun- until April 11, 2006. Trained volunteers teer tax preparer. ★ Work • Shocks • Struts • Brake Service • Batteries • Belts will be on hand to help elderly and individ- • Hoses •Tune-Ups • CV Joints • Fuel Injecion Cleaning “Naturally New Orleans” theme of Chapelle gala Archbishop Chapelle High School will open bar. Silent and verbal auctions will be hold its ninth annual gala on Saturday, held from 7:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. March 18, 2006 celebrating with the theme Dancing the “The Topcat” band from 10:30 “Naturally New Orleans.” The event will be until 1:00 a.m. will conclude the festivities. held in the Chapelle ballroom gymnasium WWL-TV “Morning Show” traffic located at 8800 Veterans Boulevard in reporter Jill Hezeau, a ’96 Chapelle alum- Metairie. na, will be the celebrity emcee. Chair of the 4200 Williams Blvd. A patron party will be held from 6:00 event is Janel Quitzea with assists from co- p.m. until 7:00 in the lobby of the new Fine chairs, David and Lori Speed. 465-1312 Arts Building. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets to the gala are $50 each and 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday for all other guests. may be obtained by calling Dottie Schule, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Saturday The evening includes a dinner buffet ACHS Special Events Director, at 468- www.scottystireauto.com provided by several local restaurants and an 9090. ★ Important Telephone Numbers Kenner Police Department ...... 712-2222 Kenner Fire Department ...... 467-2211 Kenner Public Works (Administration) ...... 468-7515 Kenner Code Enforcement 111 Veterans Blvd. in Heritage Plaza Building (Director’s Office) ...... 468-6606 Open 7 days a week at 4 p.m. for Happy Hour and Dinner Kenner Wastewater Department Large selection of wine and great martinis (Administration) ...... 468-7292 3 Large Rooms for Special Occasions, Jefferson Parish Water Depaartment . .736-6050 Holiday Parties and Banquets Entergy ...... 1-800-368-3749 Phone 218-8967 Atmos Energy Louisiana ...... 849-4300 ■ Cox Communications ...... 304-8444 Owned by Scott Korndorffer of Chateau Coffee Cafe and George Messina of Messina's Restaurant, BellSouth ...... 1-888-757-6500 Co-owners of Jazz Seafood and Steak House 16B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R

KENNER COUNCIL DISTRICT 3 CANDIDATES FOR APRIL 1, 2006 ELECTION

Mary- “Rick” Stephen Don Sharon AROMY “Steve” MURPHY HOWLAND HALBERT

Republican Republican Republican Republican

PERSONAL INFORMATION 45 years old; Married to Nola Day; 5 chil- Single 55 years old; Married to Alan Howland for 53 years old; Married to Terri Fielding for 21 dren, Heather 21, Ashley 20, Kailee, 12, 12 years; 3 children, Stacy Toal, Aimee years; One son, Sean, 20 and a daughter, Tyler, 3, Hailey 2 Lasseigne, David Lasseigne; Two grand- Katie, 17; Resident of Driftwood Park since daughters, Kayleigh Billings and Catie Toal 1983.

EDUCATION AND OCCUPATION Graduated from Bonnabel High School; Graduated from De La Salle High School in Graduated high school in 1967; Attended Graduated Holy Cross High School in 1970; General manager food manufacturer Mr. 1979; Earned bachelor of criminal justice University of Lafayette majoring in psychol- Earned bachelor of science degree in Mudbug, Inc. from LSU in 1984 ogy; Completed courses in marketing, budg- accounting from UNO in 1974; Became cer- eting, advertising and participated in leader- tified public accountant in 1975; Self- ship training programs; Owner of two busi- employed CPA since 1981 nesses, Rivertown Candy Basket and Protect- A-Home of Louisiana

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS Graduated in the first class of Kenner Worked as felony investigator in Jefferson 20 years in the real estate industry as a prop- 20 year member and current treasurer of Citizens Police Academy; Treasurer Kenner Parish District Attorney’s office from 1985- erty management specialist; Owned busi- Driftwood Park Civic Association; Galatas Citizens Police Academy Alumni 1996 and as a private investigator from nesses for 13 years; 4 term president and 11 Playground coach for 10 years and current Association; Volunteer of the first class of 1997-2006; Lifetime member National year board member Kenner Professional treasurer for the Galatas Booster Club; Kenner Community Police Corps; Volunteer District Attorney’s Association; Member of Women’s Association; Former realtor and Served six years as president, treasurer and with St. Christopher Home and School Club Louisiana District Attorney Association and property manager responsible for leasing and scheduler for Driftwood Park Country Club; and with St. Christopher Christolettes Investigator Section president in 1996 management of 185 properties; Member of Member of Kenner Planning and Zoning Dance Team Pelican Pachyderm Club, Metro Club, Commission; 4 year member of St. Edward Republican Women’s Club of Kenner, the Confessor Cochon Committee. Jefferson Chamber, Jefferson Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Jefferson Beautification, Driftwood Park Civic Association, Greater New Orleans Chapter of BNI, Italian Heritage Festival Board; Crimestoppers vol- unteer; Past board member Metropolitan Battered Women’s Program and Kenner Twilight on Twelfth Night

ELECTION EXPERIENCE First-time candidate Ran for Harahan Alderman in 1998 First time candidate First time candidate

WEB SITE AND PUBLIC INFORMATION Website www.aromyforcouncil.com; Email [email protected]; Telephone Website www.votemarysharon.com; Address Telephone 443-3878; Email Telephone 469-5080 417-7777 55 Nassau Avenue; Telephone 466-1493 [email protected] KENNER ST★R MARCH 2006 17B

KENNER COUNCIL DIST. 3 CANDIDATES FOR APRIL 1, 2006 ELECTION Moving to a new location this summer! Ben Daniel ZAHN ZIMMERMAN

HAIR STUDIO & SALON SINCE 1985 Republican Democrat 3535 Chateau Blvd., Suite 5 PERSONAL INFORMATION 465-9590 38 years old; Married to Dawn; Two chil- 29 years old; Single dren, Ben, 9, Patricia “Blake,” 7; Third gen- eration Kenner business owner family-owned since 1937 Se buscan alludantes

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Bueonos beneficios EDUCATION AND OCCUPATION Empleados de Tiempo completo Earned bachelors degree in general studies Earned bachelor of science of science degree Se le proebe comida durante a las horas from UNO in 1991; Graduate of John Curtis in computer science from UNO; Seeking a De Trabajo No horas tarde salir a las 8:00pm. Christian School; Owner of Zahn’s Florals, masters in computer science from UNO; Aplicar en persona Plants and Decorating Software engineer for Metro-SPWAR Workforce Learning Community at UNO Metropolitan College

Nouveau Marc Retirement Community Esquina de Chateau Blvd. Joe Yenni 504/469-7988

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS Board member and president-elect St. Jefferson Parish Democratic Executive Elizabeth Ann Seton Home and School Committee; Kenner Citizens Police Association; Board member St. Elizabeth Academy Alumni Association Ann Seton Capital Campaign Committee; Past president and secretary and honorary member of Kenner Rotary Club; Board member and float lieutenant Krewe of Argus; Member of Kenner Convention and Visitors Bureau; Past board member of Florist Transworld Delivery Association; Board member of the Jefferson Parish Envision 2020; Past board member and two term chairman Kenner Planning and Zoning Board for 8 years; Past board member of Kenner Civil Service Board, Kenner Professional Services Selection Advisory Board, Jefferson Parish Industrial Development Board; Graduate of Kenner Police Citizen’s Academy

ELECTION EXPERIENCE First-time candidate Ran for Kenner Councilman at Large, Division A in 2005; Ran for United States Congressman of Louisiana’s 1st Congressional District in 2004

WEB SITE AND PUBLIC INFORMATION Email [email protected]; Telephone 464-0791; Website www.votefordan.net; Telephone 957- Cell 909-0791 6036 18B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R

★ Community ★ Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference to be held in Kenner The 30th annual Southern Regional “Both Pope John Paul II and our pres- ecclesial movements as a ‘pentecostal Sessions in Spanish will also be presented Conference of the Catholic Charismatic ent Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, have hour’ in the Church. I, too, encourage you Saturday afternoon by Aggie Neck and Renewal is scheduled for March 24 through encouraged the Catholic Charismatic to draw closer to the Holy Spirit by attend- Larry Oney. A Healing Service is sched- March 26, 2006 at the Pontchartrain Center Renewal,” wrote Archbishop Alfred C. ing the 30th anniversary Catholic uled for Sunday at 9:00 a.m. with a talk and in Kenner. Billed as a “Catholic Hughes in a warm endorsement of the Charismatic Conference.” Archbishop prayer by Jim Murphy, followed by a Evangelization Conference,” the gathering event. “While still a Cardinal, Pope Hughes will greet conference participants Eucharistic procession and Benediction. is expected to draw over 2000 participants. Benedict XVI referred to the emergence of at the opening session Friday, March 24, at Father John Gordon will be the celebrant 7:00 p.m. and homilist at the Sunday Mass at 1:30 Also speaking at the first general ses- p.m., which concludes the conference. sion is Jim Murphy, of Vera Cruz Ministries Seating is limited and early registration in Michigan, who will give the keynote is encouraged. Discounts are available for address, “Come Creator Spirit Blest.” pre-registration. No pre-registration is TAKE A DUMP, LLC Other conference speakers include Bishop needed for single sessions. All priests, reli- Sam Jacobs, of Houma-Thibodaux; Fr. gious brothers and sisters, deacons and John Gordon, Director of the Pre- their families are invited to attend the con- “We Haul Your Loads” Theologate at Franciscan University of ference at no charge, but pre-registration is Steubenville; Danny Abramowicz, former requested. The fee schedule is as follows: pro-football player and coach; Tammy individual adult $35; married couple $55; 504-443-5505 Evevard, youth minister and speaker from family (same household) $65; single ses- Colorado; Fr. John Capuci, Director of the sion $15; youth workshop $15; all day Center of Jesus the Lord in New Orleans; Saturday $25. Accreditation is available Refuse Container Leasing, Fr. Beau Charbonnet, Associate Director of through the Office of Religious Education, Vocations and parochial vicar at St. Anselm Archdiocese of New Orleans for educators Delivery & Pickup in Madisonville, Louisiana; Aggie Neck, attending the Conference. chairman of the National Service For additional registration information, Committee from Marksville, Louisiana; contact the Conference Office by calling Locally Owned & Operated and many other local and regional speakers. 828-1368 or by writing to P.O. Box 7515, www.takeadumpllc.com Clergy and seminarians are invited to a Metairie, LA 70010-7515. Additional special free session Friday, March 24 in information can also be obtained by log- Rivertown I at the Pontchartrain Center ging on to www.ccrno.org.★ from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Two Teaching

March 2006 CITY HALL ...... 468-7200 For more information call Leisure Service - 468-7268 or 468-7284 Brake Tag ...... 468-4075 ENNER KALENDAR or visit City of Kenner Website: www.kenner.la.us Children’s Castle ...... 468-7231 Zoning Adjustment Meeting RIVERTOWN REPERTORY THEATRE in the Council Chamber of Children’s Castle:Betsy McGovern Civil Service ...... 468-7219 ELEBRATION OF ENNER S K.P.R.D. Kids Art Class C K ’ Kenner City Hall for 7:00 p.m. Kenner Rotary Meeting Singer/Storyteller K 1 2 Ages 8-12 and 34Programs Start at 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Clerk of Court ...... 468-7277 “Barefoot In The Park” at Trauth’s (For info. 466-6785) (For info. 468-7231 Ext. 220) BLACK HISTORY “Bottom Line Luncheon” Adult Paint For Fun Classes Begin Code Enforcement ...... 468-6607 (For Reg. info. 468-7268) A Comedy by Neil Simon (For info. Barry Haindel 450-8198) Kiwanis Club of N. Kenner Cannes Brulee Native American Village: Community Development ...... 468-7588 March 4, 2006 New Orleans Plaza Hotel @ 7:00 a.m. Margo Rosas, Beadwork Demonstration Directed by Gary Rucker K.P.R.D. Session 2 Paint for Fun (For info. 469-5352) Pontchartrain Center:BAC N.O. Spring (For info. 468-7231) Community Services ...... 468-7293 12:00 Noon -4:00 p.m.-Heritage Park in Rivertown Adult Art Class Begins (For info. 468-7268) RV & Camper Show-2:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Complaints ...... 468-4040 Kenner City Council Meeting in Council $7.00 Adults, $2.00-Ages 6-15 Pontchartrain Center: BAC N.O. Spring March 10-March 26, 2006 Free Entertainment and Refreshments Sold Chamber of City Hall for 6:00 p.m. RV & Camper Show 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. University Park Lions Club/Kenner Park Kids 5 & Under Free $7.00 Adults, $2.00 -Ages 6-15 Kids 5 & Under Free Council on Aging ...... 468-7513 Pavillion/Corner Vintage & Loyola-7:30 p.m. (For info. 465-9985) (For info. 465-9985) Call (504) 468-7221 for Reservations For Information 468-7293 (For info. 466-2033) Council Office ...... 468-7245 Children’s Castle:M.T. Noggins/The Clown Cultural/Theatre ...... 468-7221 Programs Starts at 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Food Bank ...... 468-7220 Rotary Club of K.P.R.D. Line, Advanced Line (For info. 468-7231 Ext. 220) 5 6 7 8 91011Freeport Science Center ...... 468-7231 Pontchartrain Center:BAC New Orleans “Bottom Line Luncheon” & Couple Dancing Classes International Airport (For info. Barry Haindel 450-8198) Kenner Rotary Meeting Begin (For info. 468-7268) Cannes Brulee Native American Finance ...... 468-4052 N.O. Spring RV & Camper at Trauth’s (For info. 466-6785) Village: Lora Ann Chaisson, 12:00 Noon @ Fine Art Gallery ...... 468-7231 Show 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Kenner Central Lions Club Meeting Pontchartrain Center: Half-Hitch Coil Palmetto Basketry Four Points Sheraton (For info. 468-7231 Ext. 220) $7.00 Adults, $2.00 Ages 6-15 8:00 p.m. @ 2114 Kenner Ave. Kiwanis Club of N. Kenner Pontchartrain Home & Garden Handicap Services ...... 468-7204 Kids 5 & Under Free (For info. Charles Bryan (For Info. John Maher 466-8730) N.O. Plaza Hotel @ 7:00 a.m. Show & Breaux Mart Food Fest (For info. 469-5352) Pontchartrain Center: Pontchartrain Home & Humane Department ...... 468-7503 (For info. 465-9985) 468-5413) 12:00 Noon - 9:00 p.m. Garden Show & Breaux Mart Food Fest $7.00 Adults, Kids Under 12 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Insurance Department ...... 468-7233 Free (For info. 465-9985) $7.00 Adults, Kids Under 12 Free (For info. 465-9985) Leisure Services ...... 468-7268 “Bottom Line Luncheon” Kenner Rotary Meeting @ ST. PATRICK’S DAY Children’s Castle: Adella The Storyteller Louisiana Wildlife Museum ...... 468-7231 (For info. Barry Haindel Trauth’s (For info. 466-6785) Programs Start at 11:30 a.m. and Mardi Gras Museum ...... 468-7231 14 450-8198) 1:00 p.m.(For info. 468-7231 Ext. 220) 12 13 15 Kiwanis Club of N. Kenner16 17 18 Mayor’s Office ...... 468-7240 Pontchartrain Center: Rotary Club of Cannes Brulee Native Amer. Village: Pontchartrain Center: New Orleans Plaza Hotel Pontchartrain Home & Garden New Orleans @ 7:00 a.m.(For info. 469-5352) Pontchartrain Center: Margo Rosas, Leatherwork Demonstration Museum Welcome Center ...... 468-7231 International Airport LA. Philharmonic Orchestra Friends of Jefferson Public (For info. 468-7231 Ext. 220) Show & Breaux Mart Food Fest 7:30 p.m.-Tickets $7.00-$22.00 Museum Administration ...... 468-7231 12:00 Noon @ Kenner City Council Meeting in Library Used Book Sale 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (For info. 465-9985) the Council Chamber of City Hall 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Pontchartrain Center:Friends of Native American Village ...... 468-7231 Four Points Sheraton Free Admission Jefferson Public Library Used Book Sale $7.00 Adults, Kids 12 & for 6:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.-Free Admission Personnel Department ...... 468-7207 Under Free (For info. Charles Bryan University Park Lions Club (For info. 465-9985) Halls A & B Great Southern Gun & Knife Show Kenner City Park Pavillion Planning Department ...... 468-7280 (For info. 465-9985) 468-5413) Pontchartrain Center: Friends of Jefferson Public 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.-$7.00 Adults, Corner Vintage & Loyola Library Used Book Sale 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. $2.00 Kids 6-11 & Kids Under 5 Free Police Department ...... 712-2200 7:30 p.m. (For info. 466-2033) Free Admission (For info. 465-9985) (For info. 465-9985) Pontchartrain Center ...... 465-9985 ST. JOSEPH’S DAY “Bottom Line Luncheon”(For info. Barry Children’s Castle: T.B.A. K.P.R.D. Adult Men’s Tennis Haindel 450-8198) 468-7231 Ext. 220) Public Works Department ...... 468-7515 League Begins 19 K.P.R.D. Children’s Tennis Lessons 25 Purchasing Department ...... 468-7261 Pontchartrain Center: Friends of (For Reg. info. 468-7268) 20 21 Kenner Central Lions Club Meeting22 23 24 Cannes Brulee Native American Village: 8:00 p.m. @ 2114 Kenner Ave. begin at Westgate Tennis Courts Jefferson Public Library Used Book (For info. 468-7268) Rose Behan, Clay Pinch-Pots Recreation Department ...... 468-7211 K.P.R.D. Adult Mixed Tennis (For info. 466-8730) Pontchartrain Center: Demonstration Sale-12:00 Noon -5:00 p.m. Rotary Club of Chatholic Charismatic Saints Hall of Fame Museum ... 468-7231 League Begins (For info. 468-7231 Ext. 220) Free Admission New Orleans Planning and Zoning Meetng in the Council Kenner Rotary Meeting 5:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Halls A & B Great Southern Gun & (For Reg. info. 468-7268) Chamber of Kenner City Hall for 7:00 p.m. at Trauth’s (For info. 466-6785) Science Complex ...... 468-7231 International Airport (For info. 465-9985) Pontchartrain Center: Catholic Charismatic Knife Show-10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Space Station Kenner ...... 468-7231 12:00 Noon @ Kiwanis Club of N. Kenner at 9:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. (For info. 465-9985) $7.00 Adults, $2.00 Kids 6-11 K.P.R.D. Landscaping in Small & Large Four Points Sheraton Places-Adults & Childrens Tennis Lessons New Orleans Plaza Hotel @ Times Picayune ...... 467-1726 & Kids 5 & Under Free 7:00 a.m. (For info. 469-5352) K.P.R.D. Crazy Chemistry Class Begins (For info. Charles Bryan 468-5413) @ Westgate or Wentwood Courts Toy Train Museum ...... 468-7231 (For info. 465-9985) (For info. 468-7268) (For info. 468-7268) Traffic & Engineering ...... 468-4007 Visitor’s Information Center ..... 468-7527

26Rotary Club of 27 28 29 30 31 Wastewater Operations ...... 468-7292 Pontchartrain Center: New Orleans Kiwanis Club of N. Kenner at “Bottom Line Luncheon” Catholic Charismatic International Airport New Orleans Plaza Hotel@ For FIRE 467-2211 (For info. Barry Haindel 7:00 a.m. (For info. 469-5352 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 12:00 Noon @ 450-8198) (For info. 465-9985) Four Points Sheraton Kenner Rotary Meeting Police and Emergencies (For info. Charles Bryan at Trauth’s (For info. 466-6785) Dial 911 or 712-2222 468-5413) Red Cross 833-8565 KENNER ST★R MARCH 2006 19B ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ KENNER COUNCIL DISTRICT 4 CANDIDATES FOR APRIL 1, 2006 ELECTION

Maria Kevin “Robbie” DeFRANCESCH DELAHOUSSAYE VENTURA

✔ Republican Republican Republican PERSONAL INFORMATION 60 years old; Married 35 years to Robert 50 years old; Married to Robin S. 35 years old; Married to Rebecca DeFrancesch; Twin boys, Rene' and Damian, Delahoussaye for 18 years; Daughter Taylor , 25; Resident of Kenner for 26 years; Speaks 11years old Spanish, French and Italian Look for

EDUCATION AND OCCUPATION Your Earned masters in biochemistry at Fordham Attended University of New Orleans and Earned bachelor of arts degree in media arts University in 1968; Earned bachelor of sci- University of Oklahoma Consumer Lending from Tulane University; Owner of Ventura ence in chemistry, mathematics and French School; Employed by Hibernia National Uniform Services, a 30-year family company from 1964 to 1968; 30+ graduate hours; Bank as assistant vice president located in Kenner and five-year old company, Certified teacher; Assistant principal Health Wear Roosevelt Middle School; Owner and lessor Kenner of commercial and rental property Star

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS Member Chateau Estates Civic Association, 28 years of banking experience; President- Member of the boards of directors for three Kenner Republican Women’s Club, Mayor elect Chateau Lake Front Civic Association; organizations within the Apparel Textile Capitano’s transition team, Jesuit High Vice-chairman Lafreniere Park Advisory industry in the last 5 years; Member of Special School Band Boosters, Jesuit High School Board; Past president and member of the St. Rotary Club, Knights of Columbus, Jefferson Cross Country Boosters, Kappa Delta Phi Elizabeth Home and School Association; Chamber, and LABI; Former member of East Honor Society, Member and former officer Past chairman of the Kenner Zoning and Jefferson Business Association and Harvey Alliance for Good Government Jefferson Planning Commission; Past vice-president Canal Industrial Association; Volunteer youth Election Chapter; Associate member L.W.R.C. East and secretary of the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton coach for 14 years at various playgrounds; Jefferson Chapter School Board; Member of the Pelican Member of Kenner Mayor Capitano’s transi- Pachyderm Club, Jefferson Parish Film and tion team Digital Media Presidential Advisory Edition Committee, Louisiana Notary Association, Krewe of Caesar, Jefferson Parish Economic Development Committee, Knights of Columbus Council; Graduate of the Kenner Police Academy

ELECTION EXPERIENCE on Ran for Kenner District 4 Councilman in First time candidate First-time candidate 1996; Elected to the Republican Parish Executive Committee March 29, 2006 WEB SITE AND PUBLIC INFORMATION Website www.mariacouncil.com; Telephone Website www.kevin delahoussaye.com Website www.electventura.com; Telephone 467-1585 469-9486; 4204 Paradis Lane, Kenner, LA ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 70065 20B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R Sweet Simplicity ★ Health ★ Unique Affordable Gifts for Everyone Tulane-Lakeside Hospital continues pediatric care workshop Tulane-Lakeside Hospital continues its series of Kids will design/create their own schedules/daily plan- pediatric care workshops in partnership with the ners and learn the benefits of positive reinforcement. Jefferson Parish Library. Workshops for parents and educational crafts for kids take place the first Saturday Saturday, April 1, 2006 of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the Topic: Children with Allergies, presented by Jane El- Many FLEUR DE LIS Items Children’s Department of the East Bank Regional Dahr, MD 402 Williams Blvd. (across from Rivertown Museums) Library located at 4747 West Napoleon Avenue in Kids’ Craft: Dust Mites and Masks 469-0882 Metairie. Kids will make their own dust mites, decorate a mask, Tues. - Sat. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm The Tulane-Lakeside Child Life team will host discuss common allergies kids have, and learn what to simultaneous activities for children in a room adjacent do if someone they know has an allergic reaction. to the presentations. Crafts and games will relate to the monthly workshop topics and will provide an opportu- The programs are free and open to the public. nity for parents and children to share what they have Registration is not required. learned by discussing the topics together. Further information about this and other library “The Tulane-Lakeside parenting workshops are a programs, activities, and exhibits is available on the fun way for parents and their children to learn about library’s website at www.jefferson.lib.la.us or by call- and discuss pediatric medical care questions in a com- ing Jim Davis, Information Specialist, at 838-1100. ★ fortable setting,” says Karen Troyer-Caraway, vice PAINTING president of Tulane-Lakeside Hospital. “Our experi- enced physicians and child development specialists are Interior, Exterior and Trim thrilled to make this program available to the commu- nity.” GOOD REFERENCES Future topics and kids’ crafts include the follow- Happy ing: Saturday, March 4, 2006 Thibodeaux’s Painting Topic: Attention Disorders and Kids, presented by Steven Weimer, MD St. Patrick’s Day 985-513-0372 985-526-4869 Kids’ Craft: Sticker Charts

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★ People ★ KENNER COUNCILMAN DIST. 5 CANDIDATES FOR APRIL 1, 2006 ELECTION Waiting for my mail By ED CLANCY noise I ever encountered. As the train sped “Nick” J. Kent by before me, a crewman would pull up a In Fabius, large steel hook attached to the train, and CUSIMANO DENAPOLIS New York, the hook would strip the mailbag from its when I was a iron gallows. The crewman would quickly kid of about ten pull the bag into the mail car. Simultaneously, the conductor would throw or eleven, I had Republican Republican a job carrying yet another mailbag out the back of the the mail with caboose. I would then retrieve it from the PERSONAL INFORMATION my grandfather. tracks and take it up to the post office for He was afflict- sorting. After a few minutes the door would 55 years old; Married to Linda Margaret for 47 years old; Married to Sandra; Two girls, ed with polio as fly open again and another bag would hit 35 years; Two children, Paula and Lauren; Kristina and Kimberleigh; Resident of a young man, in the porch. I then carried that bag into the One grandson, Austin Kenner for 26 years addition to hav- Silver Cloud, and back to the Fabius post ing been born with a club foot. He drove a office we would go. beautiful, boxlike, silver and chrome My ties to the post office also include Plymouth Silver Cloud from the late 20s or my Uncle Clyde and Aunt Blanche who early 30s. It was a sight to see my grandfa- were postmasters at Fabius, and my cousin ther speeding along at 20 miles an hour, in Judy, who was, until recently, postmaster in EDUCATION AND OCCUPATION or out of town. He had no special driving Tully, New York. It must be in the genes, mechanisms installed, he simply used the because one of my favorite childhood Earned bachelor of arts in secondary educa- Graduated Archbishop Rummel High School tion with a specialty of history and political in 1976; Attended UNO; President and CEO old throttle on the dashboard instead of the games was to play postmaster, complete science from UNO in 1976; Graduated from of Express Office Products, Inc.; Kenner gas pedal. with upright Coca-Cola cases serving as Holy Cross High School in 1960, Graduated District 5 Councilman In the summertime I worked as his mailboxes. from St. Catherine of Siena; Full-time All of which brings me to Katrina. In helper when he took the mail from Fabius to administrator since 1972 and current presi- spite of my influence with the post office, Apulia, seven miles away. It was my job, at dent of Cusimano Produce Company, a third fifty cents a week, to hop out of the Silver I’m still getting my mail weeks late, with generation family owned company started in Cloud at the Fabius post office, get a mail- little yellow stickers on it. My good friend, 1943 bag from the postmaster, climb back into Guy King, who put me up in Dallas, the Cloud, ride with “Grampa” to Apulia, Georgia for three weeks, faithfully packs hop out and take the bag to the postmaster my mail into an envelope and re-mails it to there. His post office was one half of a gen- me in Kenner. Even though I have filled out eral store where I would buy nickel comic form after form revoking my temporary QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS books while he sorted the mail. address, much of it still goes to Georgia. I Businessman with 35 years experience; Business owner for 26 years; Board member After a few minutes the door to the post have found that the culprit is, in fact, Baton Member of Republician Party, Nativity of of Seton Parc Homeowner’s Association; office would open and a mailbag would Rouge, where that first little sticker goes on Our Lord Church, National Federation of Member University City Civic Association, come flying out on the porch. It was my job reading: “notify sender of new address.” Independent Business, Chateau Golf and Woodlake Playground Booster Club, to pick it up and take it down to the railroad The punishment continued when I Country Club, Louisiana Restaurant Wentwood Playground Booster Club; East tracks which ran next to the general store. I dared to go online to change my address Association, National Rifle Association, and Jefferson Republican Party, Republic had to climb up the ladder of a strange back to Kenner. For more than two weeks I Nack Fishing Club; Former board member of Women’s Club of Kenner, Kenner monstrosity featuring two extremely heavy received no mail at all, with or without Second Harvest Professional Women’s Association, Jefferson iron “arms” with metal pegs on the end. I stickers. Chamber of Commerce, Pelican State would push up on the bottom arm, and as I I finally got hooked up with the post- Pachyderm Club, Metro Club; President West did so the top arm came down so that both master in Dallas, Georgia, who is now put- Ponchartrain Park Foundation; Charter vice were parallel to each other. I then, with ting little stickers on top of the other little president Westwood Heights Civic some effort, would slide the metal rings at stickers, this time directing my mail to Association; Member Knights of Columbus the top and bottom of the mail bag onto the Kenner. SEAS Council Recorder; North Kenner metal pegs of the iron arms. This created I know this will clear up someday, but I Kiwaniis Club; Community playground tension on the bag and it seemed to hang also know it would never have happened in coach for 14 years; NYCA Certified Youth Coach; C.C.D. religious education instructor there in mid-air. the Silver Cloud. Even at 20 miles an hour The sound of the diesel horn could be the mail went through faster than this. ★ heard coming around the bend, and as it got closer, I would have to cover my ears Ed can be reached via email at because it was the loudest, most piercing [email protected].

ELECTION EXPERIENCE OPEN TO PUBLIC First time candidate Elected Kenner District 5 Councilman in 2004 East Jefferson Levee District Monthly Meetings Every second Tuesday of the month 10:00 a.m. WEB SITE AND PUBLIC INFORMATION 203 Plauche Court, Harahan Website www.kentdenapolis.com; Email [email protected] or kentdenapo- 733-0087 [email protected] 22B MARCH 2006 KENNER ST★R

★ Community ★ Cenacle reopens with a Fête Dimanche on March 12 SLAB The Sisters of the Cenacle will host a admitted free. For reservations call 887- cocktail buffet on Sunday March 12, 2006 1420, extension 227. from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 5500 St. The Metairie Cenacle, founded in 1958, Mary Street in Metairie, to celebrate the offers a wide variety of programs annually. reopening of their retreat house, which has Programs include, yet are not limited to, been closed since Hurricane Katrina. silent and preached retreats, personal spiri- Featuring a silent auction, all proceeds tual direction retreats, prayer enrollment, from the event will benefit the ministries of and home retreats. Hospitality groups are DIRTY? the Cenacle. Mass precedes the fête from welcome. The Cenacle Sisters and staff 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. minister to approximately 15,000 persons Tickets are $50 per person in advance each year. ★ SLAB, CERAMIC, and $75 per person at the door. Children are TILE & GROUT March retreats offered at the Cenacle Wherever you are, the Cenacle wants March 17-19, 2006 CLEANING AND you to come home to a retreat and renew Friday-Sunday your spirit during this Lenten Season, A Walk through the Stories of Lent: DISINFECTING which is so important during these trying A Lenten Retreat in Quiet times. To learn more about the retreats, the “Spiritual Reading (lectio divina) is the presenters, or the Cenacle, call 887-1420, ancient practice of savoring a text with Prior to Floor Installation 800-669-4095 or visit www.cenacle- patient playfulness. This way of reading is sisters.org/metairie.htm. alert with expectation that a transforming word of life will make its way from the FREE ESTIMATES MARCH RETREATS written narrative of the author to the lived March 3-5, 2006 narrative of the reader or listener. On this CALL DAVID 450-1753 Friday-Sunday retreat, we will be guided through Lenten Recognizing and Renewing One’s meditations on the proclaimed Word, hold- Woundedness through Christ and the ing out the promise of fresh meaning, Church Community insight, or truth that transcends time and “As we enter the Lenten Season, we take space. In this respect, the Word may again our crosses of woundedness of whatever become flesh for the life of the world.” nature – mind, body, and spirit – to Jesus. Presenter: Rev. Michael Dorrler, S.J. We will discuss Jesus’ encounters with the wounded in the Gospels, Jesus and the con- March 24-26, 2006 temporary wounded in Modern Society, Friday-Sunday and the power of the sacraments to heal Spirituality and Prayer in a Stressed Life! OUR HOURS ARE BACK! woundedness within the church communi- “As we have given in to the seduction of a MONDAY NIGHT SPECIAL ty.” driven life, all in varying degrees, how do Presenter: Rev. Scott Dugas we find out what our spiritual life is about Bucket of Budweiser Beer personally and how do we find meaningful 6 for $8.00 March 8-10, 2006 prayer personally and liturgically? When Wednesday a.m.-Friday we accept the challenge of prayer and spir- Sunday - Thursday Friday & Saturday Jesus’Way of Blessings: The Beatitudes ituality, how do we apply these to daily liv- 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 a.m. “St. Matthew presents Jesus as a new ing so that a positive transformation takes Moses, and the Sermon on the Mount as a place in our lives?” 5216 Veterans Blvd., Metairie new Law. But instead of a series of com- Presenter: Rev. Donald Blanchard mands, the Beatitudes are Jesus’ invitation to the Way of Blessing: blessings for our- March 29-31, 2006 24-HOUR ELECTRICAL SERVICE selves and for the world.” Wednesday a.m.-Friday Presenter: Rev. Edwin Keel, S.M. A Closer Walk with Jesus “Experiencing the Lord through the Pascal BELLCO ELECTRIC Mystery – Dying and Rising with Him.” Presenter: Rev. Msgr. William M. Residential • Commercial Bilinsky ★ • A/C Circuits • Vacancy Permits • Troubleshooting • Attic Ventilators • Remodeling • Bidwork Welcome Archbishop Chapelle High School • Additions • Service Upgrades 7th Annual CRAFT FAIR s • New Construction • Home Repairs 7 Day • Same Day Service • Security Lighting Saturday, March 4 • 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ek AWe Over 30 Years Over 90 crafters from Louisiana and Mississippi Experience 455-2355 Delicious food, raffles & 50/50 drawing 4

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★ Law ★ The good faith duty of an insurer owe a duty of good faith and fair dealing to strophic loss and requirement of payment. of settlement.” From this date forward, it had their insureds. This includes the affirmative Violation of this statute shall subject the insur- 30 days, under La. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 22:658, duty to adjust claims fairly and promptly and er to a penalty, in addition to the amount of the and 60 days, under La. Rev. Stat. Ann. § to make reasonable efforts to settle claims loss, of twenty-five percent damages on the 22:1220, to unconditionally tender the undis- with the insured. Five acts have been delineat- amount found to be due from the insurer to the puted amount of plaintiff's damages. However, ed by the statue, which, if knowingly commit- insured, or one thousand dollars, whichever is it did not pay the undisputed portion of plain- By PAMELA LOLAN ted by the insurer, constitute a breach of duty. greater. Attorney’s fees are also awarded for tiffs’ damages until the following April, almost In response to our last article, we received These acts include the insurer’s failure to pay arbitrary and capricious behavior. one year later. The court awarded penalties and requests for further information on the duties a claim within sixty days of satisfactory proof As you can see, there is an overlap of these attorney’s fees for this breach of duty. of the insurer and penalties associated with of loss from the claimant when such failure is two statutes. The court has pointed out that It should be noted that an insurer is their breach of this duty when dealing with arbitrary, capricious or without probable these statutes are “virtually identical” – one defined as an entity that makes insurance con- property damage claims under your home- cause. It is also bad faith to fail to pay a set- requiring payment in thirty days, the other tracts. Therefore, the penalty does not apply to owner’s policy. In Louisiana there are two tlement within thirty days after an agreement sixty days. La. R.S. 22:1220 provides a greater self-insurers or third party administrators. statutes that deal with this duty: La. R.S. is reduced to writing. Other acts which consti- penalty. However, it does not provide for the Additionally, remember that your flood policy §22:1220; and La. R.S. §22:658. It remains to tute bad faith are misrepresenting pertinent attorneys fees as under La. R.S. 22:658. Under is exempt from punitive damages because it is be seen how the courts will deal with this duty facts or insurance policy provisions relating to La. R. S. 22:1220, most courts do not allow subsidized by the federal government. in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. Will the coverages at issue; denying coverage or penalties without proof of actual damages as a The recent catastrophic damage will cre- courts award any punitive damages or attor- attempting to settle a claim on the basis of an result of the insurer’s breach. ate lawsuits. It remains to be seen how much, ney’s fees due to Katrina’s catastrophic dam- application which the insurer knows was Case law prior to Katrina will serve as a if any, insurance companies will be penalized age and the number of claims which must be altered without notice to, or knowledge or base for future cases. for their failure to adjust and settle homeown- resolved? consent of the insured, and; misleading a Case A. Mr. Jones suffered property dam- er’s claims as the statutes dictate. ★ This writer believes the key to future cases claimant as to the applicable prescriptive peri- age. Insurer inspected the damage and valued will be what constitutes “a proof of satisfacto- od. An insurer breaching his duty under the damage at $40,000. Mr. Jones disputed the Pamela Lolan is an attorney at Melchers Law ry loss.” Some insurance companies have affi- La.R.S. 22:1220 is liable for penalties not to amount of damage as $50,000. The Insurer Firm, located at 909 West Esplanade Avenue davits which are titled “Proof of Loss.” exceed two times the damages sustained by failed to tender the undisputed portion of Mr. in Kenner and the firm’s primary areas of Although it is unclear at this point which way the insured or $5,000, whichever is greater. Jones’ claim as required by Louisiana law. Its practice are estate planning, wills, trusts, suc- a court will rule, this writer believes that the La. R.S. 22:658 also deals with payment delay in payment was arbitrary and capricious. cessions, real estate, corporate law, and per- clock starts running from this affidavit or sim- of claims due any insured within thirty days It received written “satisfactory proof of loss,” sonal injury. Lolan can be reached at 467- ilar Statement of Loss from an adjuster. after receipt of satisfactory proof of loss from at the very latest, in May, when it made its 1092 or visit the website at www.melcher- La. R.S. §22:1220 mandates that insurers the insured. This statute does address cata- report of loss and upon which it made its “offer slawfirm.com.

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