Vol. 27, No. 6 Kenner’s Community Newspaper Since 1991 JUNE 2018 KENNER CITY OFFICIALS TO BE INAUGURATED JUNE 29
Kenner Mayor Kenner Police Chief Kenner Councilwoman-at-large, A Kenner Councilman-at-large, B BEN ZAHN MICHAEL GLASER KRISTI MCKINNEY TOM WILLMOTT The inauguration of Kenner Mayor Ben Council members will take place Friday, June 29, J. T. Curtis Jr., headmaster of John Curtis Christian singer Jenna Hunts will sing the national anthem. Zahn, Kenner Police Chief Michael Glaser and all 2018, at the Pontchartrain Center located at the School. The public is invited to attend. Doors open at Following the ceremony, the newly elected and re- re-elected and newly-elected seven Kenner City lake in Kenner. The master of ceremonies will be 8:30 a.m. and the event begins at 10:00 a.m. Kenner elected officials will visit with audience members.
Kenner District 1 Councilman Kenner District 2 Councilman Kenner District 3 Councilman Kenner District 4 Councilman Kenner District 5 Councilman GREGORY CARROLL MICHAEL SIGUR GLENN HAYES, SR. GEORGE BRANIGAN BRIAN BRENNAN
Carroll wins third Kenner Market Umbrella begins Airport serves a City Council District 1 term management of the Rivertown record-high 1.2 million
Incumbent Ken- Farmers Market in Kenner passengers in March 2018 ner District 1 Council- man Gregory W. Carroll The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport an- won the runoff race nounced in May 2018 that a record-breaking 1.2 million passengers against newcomer Da- traveled through the airport in March 2018. This marks the highest vid Weathersby on April number of passengers served in a single month. The March 2018 28, 2018 with 51 per- figures are 13.1 percent higher than March 2017 and they repre- cent of the vote. There sent nearly 100,000 more passengers than the airport’s previous are 6,282 voters eligible record-high month in May 2017. in the district. With 940 On May 5, 2018, Market Umbrella, the New Orleans non-profit which Much of the increase in passengers can be attributed to the of the eligible voting, runs four other Crescent City Farmers Market (CCFM) locations, revamped airport’s fastest growing air carrier – Spirit Airlines. When com- Carroll received 484 Kenner District 1 Councilman and reopened the Kenner Rivertown Farmers Market under their manage- pared to the same time last year, Spirit has more than doubled the votes and Weathersby Gregory Carroll ment. Running every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at LaSalle’s number of flights to and from Armstrong and increased seats by garnered 456. The of- Landing at the end of Williams Boulevard at the levee park in historic River- 89 percent. Since March 2017, Spirit launched new flights to eight ficial turnout was 15 percent. town, Market Umbrella will host a reinvigorated and verdant farmers market destinations including Boston, Baltimore, Cleveland, Columbus, In the general municipal primary on March 24, 2018, Carroll featuring many new produce vendors, meats, produce, seafood, baked goods, Minneapolis, Newark, Orlando and Tampa. was challenged for the seat by newcomer “Jackie” Brown-Cocker- prepared foods, jams, jellies, honey, eggs, cut flowers and plant seeds for “As our airport continues to grow, more visitors from around ham and Weathersby which caused the runoff race on April 28. those looking to grow their own. the world get the opportunity to come and experience the unique In 2009, Carroll was elected to finish the unexpired term of “We are very excited to be a working partner with Crescent City Farm- culture of our city,” said New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell. “It Marc Johnson and was reelected to full terms in 2010 and 2014. A ers Markets here in Kenner,” Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn. “We look forward to is very exciting to see this boost in passengers at the airport as we two-term city council limit is the law but if a candidate submits a a farmers market that provides a wide variety of local produce and goods to move toward the opening of the new terminal in February 2019.” petition with signatures of at least 30 percent of the district’s reg- our residents each Saturday in Rivertown. Historically Rivertown has been Several new flight frequencies that support this growth were istered voters, the candidate can seek another term. Carroll’s peti- a central figure in the distribution of agricultural goods to New Orleans and also added in March 2018. Southwest Airlines, the airport’s largest tion was certified by Jefferson Parish Registrar Dennis DiMarco on the French Market and we could not be more excited for the opportunity to air carrier, added additional flights to nine destinations including August 7, 2017. reignite the past.” Atlanta, Austin, Chicago-Midway, Dallas, Las Vegas, Kansas City,
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See we site for io, classes more info Lovittlife.com KENNER STR JUNE 2018 5 from The Editor Rivertown Farmers Market has new management team whose work is being highly praised Orleans French Market. From the 19th Century to for their nutritional well-being. The farmer’s market the middle of the 20th century, it was Kenner farm- gives them an opportunity to include some fresh- By Allan Katz ers who provided much of the produce for the famed grown nutrients to their diet.” French Market. Now, she says, in the 21st century, Harrison’s farm genes are rooted in Wisconsin If you haven’t kudos for itself. Mike Ince, interim director of Ken- Kenner and the French Market are linked up again. dairy farmers. She went to school at the University visited the Rivertown ner’s Community Development Department and “We have over the years developed a network of California at Berkeley where she learned about Farmers Market in Kenner in the last few weeks, manager of Kenner’s Main Street program, says, of 64 farmers located in Louisiana and Mississippi,” farm produce and caring for the environment. you really should bring your family to the market to “Based on what I’ve seen and heard, Market Umbrel- says Harrison. “They include ranchers, fishermen She says that the majority of the consumers see the improvements that have taken place. la may be the finest farmer’s market management and cheesemakers. Many of these farmers are tra- visiting the Rivertown Farmers Market are from The Rivertown Farmers Market in Kenner is firm in the south. They do an excellent job at every ditional, generational farm families that can trace Kenner and Metairie. But she thinks as the word held each Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at aspect of farmer’s market management, from bring- their roots back to the 19th century. They do an gets out, they’ll start drawing from the River Parish- LaSalle’s Landing at Williams Boulevard and the ing together a reliable, capable network of farmers outstanding job for us. The produce on sale at River- es, the West Bank, New Orleans and the North Shore. river. It is a wonderful site. There are park benches to providing excellent service to the folks who came towns Farmer’s Market any Saturday includes grass- “One of the many wonderful things about Kenner is in shaded areas nearby for family breakfasts. A hike to the farmer’s market to shop and eat. This is cer- fed lamb, goat, seafood, artisan breads and baked that it is so accessible from anywhere in the region,” up the levee brings you to a wonderful view of the tainly the finest farmer’s market management firm goods in addition to a wide variety of vegetables and she says. “I think we will in a few months double the mighty Mississippi River. in Louisiana and Mississippi and, in my opinion, the other grown produce. size of the crowds we’re drawing.” The new management company for the farm- entire south.” Market Umbrella has also put together a token The Rivertown Farmers Market will shut down ers market is called Market Umbrella. They took Also praising Market Umbrella are Kenner program that will especially benefit senior citizens during the hot-weather months of August and Sep- over management of the Rivertown Farmers Market Mayor Ben Zahn, Kenner District 1 Councilman and clients of the Kenner Food Bank. Market Um- tember. I highly recommend that you visit them be- on Saturday, May 5, 2018. They also manage four Gregory Carroll and Jenny La Bella Tusa, Rivertown brella accepts SNAP (food stamp) cards and will fore the dog days of summer set in. farmer’s markets in New Orleans, including the Main Street Board President. match food stamps dollar for dollar up to a $20 French Market, Uptown, Downtown and Mid-City Angelina Harrison, Market Umbrella’s Direc- limit. “We especially like this aspect of the Market Allan Katz can be reached at [email protected]. Farmers Markets in New Orleans. Market Umbrella tor of Markets, says it is an ironic twist of history that Umbrella program,” says Ince. “Many senior citizens is a non-profit organization that has won many there is again a link between Kenner and the New and food bank clients don’t get enough fresh food Political JUNE 2018 Vol. 27 No. 6 Kenner Star is a tabloid newspaper published monthly Americans are tiring of Mueller probe and is distributed by direct mail free to all registered voter households in Kenner, numbering almost 20,000 households. An additional 2,000 copies are also distributed By Jeff Crouere each month in high traffic locations in Kenner. Publisher In the latest eco- momentary distractions from the significant issues ported Mueller’s investigation. Kenner Star, Inc. nomic report, there – Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation, With an out-of-control special counsel and a Editor was more good news Stormy Daniels and impeachment. public becoming more disgruntled, one Congress- Allan Katz as the unemployment In recent weeks, the media has been in over- man finally decided to act. U.S. Representative Todd Managing Editor/Marketing Director rate dropped to 3.9 percent, the lowest since 2000. drive covering the comments of the president’s new Rokita (R-IN) introduced a resolution calling for the Candy Lovitt For African Americans and Hispanics, the unemploy- attorney, Rudy Giuliani. He predicted that the spe- Mueller investigation to end within 30 days unless ev- Contributing Writers ment rate is now the lowest ever recorded. In April, cial counsel will finish his investigation by Septem- idence of Russian collusion is introduced. According Cade Brumley Randy Bruns 164,000 non-farm jobs were added to payrolls sur- ber 1. Giuliani also believes that there is a 50 percent to Rokita, he proposed the resolution to “preserve Mohammad Cheema, M.D. passing a 135,000 increase in employment in March. chance the president will be subpoenaed by Muel- the integrity of our democratic institutions.” Marie Clesi Among the sectors to perform well in April were con- ler’s office, even though there is still no evidence of In essence, the Mueller witch hunt is an attack Jeff Crouere struction which added 17,000 new jobs and manufac- Russian collusion or obstruction of justice. The ac- on the 63 million Americans who voted for Donald Dan Dormady turing employment which surged by 24,000 jobs. tual list of 49 potential questions that Mueller could Trump on November 8, 2016. As Rokita noted, the Michael Glaser Alexandra Goodwin Many respected analysts believe that the econ- ask President Trump was leaked to the media, along special counsel’s investigation is “an attempt by the Craig Goodwin omy is nearing full employment, so it is not surpris- with reports that the special counsel’s office is look- Washington elite to destroy President Trump.” Linda R. Martin ing that the Economic Cost Index shows wages are ing at Trump confidante Roger Stone as a subject of In this toxic environment, it is amazing that the Dennis E. Rinck, Jr. increasing at the fastest rate in 11 years. This has their investigation. president is able to provide positive leadership on Rafael E. Saddy not triggered inflationary pressures, as prices only The Russian collusion story is not the only hot both the economy and national security issues like Ken Trahan Julie Wang, M.D. increased 1.9 percent last month and the Federal button issue for the media. When it was discovered North Korea. As the approval ratings indicate, this Guy Williams Reserve did not increase interest rates. that Trump attorney Michael Cohen was reimbursed progress is being recognized by an increasing num- Tom Willmott As the economy does well, incredible progress for his $130,000 payment to porn star Stormy Dan- ber of Americans. The best efforts of the media, the Christina Sulli Wilson is being made with North Korea. A summit has been iels, most of the national media focused heavily on Democrats, the deep state and the Mueller team ap- Ben Zahn set for June 12 even though there have been some the story. Even though the president claimed that pear to be failing. It’s no wonder all of these groups Scott Zimmerman bellicose statements from North Korean leaders in the money paid to Cohen was from his personal have such hatred for Donald Trump. Copy Editors Melissa Drake recent days. Thankfully, three American hostages account and was not campaign related, the talking Monica Zeringue were recently released and North Korean dictator heads were happily reporting that the president is in Jeff Crouere is a native New Orleanian and his Distribution Manager Kim Jong Un has indicated a willingness to give up tremendous legal jeopardy. award winning program, “Ringside Politics” airs locally Bryan Dormady his nuclear weapons. If the Korean peninsula be- While the special counsel’s office furiously at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and at 10:00 p.m. Sundays on Graphic Design come a nuclear free zone, retired four-star General leaks and works non-stop to destroy President Don- PBS affiliate WLAE-TV, Channel 32, and from 7:00 a.m. Trevor Sprague Jack Keane believes it “could be the most historic ald Trump, the media is only too willing to assist. In until 11:00 a.m. weekdays on radio station WGSO 990 AM Printing diplomatic achievement since World War II.” fact, at a recent press briefing as he was about to and www.Wgso.com. Crouere, a political columnist, is the Baton Rouge Press © 2018 Kenner Star, Inc. With remarkable progress in both foreign and board Marine One, the president blasted the media author of “America’s Last Chance” and provides regular All Rights Reserved domestic policy, it is no surprise that President for focusing on the Mueller investigation “all the commentaries on the Jeff Crouere YouTube channel and Trump is now enjoying a 50 percent approval rat- time, that’s all you want to talk about.” on www.JeffCrouere.com. For more information, email KENNER STAR P.O. Box 641654 • Kenner, LA 70064 ing, according to Rasmussen Reports, several points Fortunately, the American people are starting Crouere at [email protected]. Phone 468-9125 higher than former President Obama at this point in to realize that the Mueller probe is nothing but a Email: [email protected] his first term. witch hunt. In an April Rasmussen Reports poll, only The content of all theme-based columns, While more Americans show appreciation for 46 percent of Americans believed that the special written by respective professionals in this newspaper, is in no way intended to render advice, suggest a President Trump, it has not impacted the liberal counsel investigation was an “honest attempt to de- course of action, or take the place of an individual consultation regarding that subject matter. media. For the Trump haters on CNN, MSNBC, ABC, termine criminal wrongdoing.” This is a decrease of CBS and NBC, these good news stories are only six percent from last October, when 52 percent sup- 6 JUNE 2018 KENNER STR Government Keeping residents informed is a priority during hurricane season
By Ben Zahn – Kenner Mayor Fortunately, while several of the activations of site, www.kenner.la.us, and is playing regularly on the EOC involved closing city offices for up to three Kenner TV. This video provides information on a variety I want to assure threatened our area: Tropical Storm Cindy, in days, none of the events left any serious, lasting dam- of important topics, from making your home storm- all of our residents June, Tropical Storm Harvey in August, Tropical age to our city. ready and what to do with pets to the ways the city that preparing for hur- Storm Irma in September and Tropical Storm Nate in But because of last year, and the experience we gets ready for a storm. Kenner TV is available on Cox ricane season is a year- October. In addition, there were four winter weather gained in previous years as well – together with the train- Cable Channel 76 or U-Verse Channel 99. In addition, round job that we take extremely seriously in the city events, four severe weather activations and another ing we do on a regular basis – we are ready for whatever the video can be viewed on the KTV YouTube Page, at of Kenner. eight heavy rain/flooding events. this hurricane season brings. But that’s only half of the https://bit.ly/2J1sGY0. With the recent beginning of another hurricane Each time, beginning with our Emergency Man- battle. I ask all residents to take this time to make their Please also regularly check Kenner’s Facebook season, I am proud to say that Kenner has never been agement Department but including many other key own hurricane season preparations. Page, https://www.facebook.com/officialcityofkenn- more prepared than we are today. city employees, we refined the preparations we make Make sure you have a family emergency plan ergovernment/, the city’s Twitter page, @CityofKen- Part of that is due to all of the experience we in advance in potential weather emergencies. That and that all family members are aware of what to ner and our NextDoor page, https://bit.ly/2erkPFP, gained in handling tropical storms and other events includes preparing for the mobilization of city em- do in the event an evacuation is recommended or for information and updates when weather systems from our Emergency Operations Center in south ployees, if necessary, to cleaning out drains through- ordered. Sign up for the electronic community alert are forecast to affect our city. You can also follow Kenner. In a one-year period ending in January out Kenner. We gained more experience working system that Jefferson Parish uses to notify citizen in Kenner TV on Twitter @Kenner_TV. of this year, we activated the EOC for a total of 16 closely with parish, state and National Weather Ser- the event of an emergency at https://bit.ly/20TlVGF. weather events. vice officials and communicating necessary informa- We have put together a hurricane preparedness Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn can be reached at That includes four tropical storms that tion quickly on social media to local residents. video that can be viewed from the city of Kenner web- 468-7240 or by email at [email protected]. Police A safe summer means a fun summer
By Michael Glaser – Kenner Police Chief their friends, learn about their activities and spend one but you and trusted friends. time talking with them every day. Working together, we No matter the length of your journey, please During summer safe and fun if children understand the rules that can can keep children safe. Please review the following tips buckle up everyone in your car at all times. vacation, there is less keep them from harm’s way. with your children now and over the summer. All bicycle riders should wear helmets and ride structure to your chil- Please don’t assume your child knows all these Teach your kids the “check first” rule. Before with traffic on the right side of the road. dren’s days and more simple rules. It takes one forgetful moment for a trag- going anywhere, they need to check with you or the If you own a gun, keep it out of sight and reach of opportunity to find edy to occur. The best way to keep a child safe is for par- person in charge. children. Always keep it unloaded. Teach your kids the themselves in unsafe situations. Summertime can be ents to be observant and good listeners. Get to know Explain to your children that they must never go four basic rules of gun safety education – stop, don’t to movies, malls, public restrooms or parks alone. touch, leave the area and tell an adult. Ask your kids to be careful where they play and to stay away from pools, canals and lakes unless they are Kenner Police Chief Glaser can be reached by with a trusted adult. email at [email protected]. Visit the Kenner Police Remind your kids not to play on busy streets or Department website at www.kennerpd.com. You can in deserted areas. also download the free Kenner Police Department mo- If your child is home alone, he or she must always bile app for both Apple and Android devices as well keep the door locked. Never tell anyone who calls that as access the Kenner Police Department Facebook they are home alone. Leave emergency numbers with and Twitter pages for the latest updated crime, traf- instructions to dial 9-1-1 in case of an emergency. fic and other law enforcement-related information. Teach your kids not to get into the car with any- Government Inspectors discover 152 violations in two code sweeps in Kenner Inspectors from the Kenner Inspection and and Williams Boulevard, violations found were nine Code Enforcement Department uncovered a total of abandoned vehicles, one building permit required, 12 152 violations in two recent code sweeps held in the building maintenances required, seven addresses re- city in May 2018. quired, 13 soffit or fascia issues, eight fences needing One of the sweeps involved residential areas in repair one garbage can needed, eights cases of high the 2600-2700 blocks of Tupelo Street, as well as the grass or weeds, two cases of illegal discharge, 21 cases 2400-2500 blocks of Aberdeen Street. The second of litter or debris, five cases of illegal parking on grass, sweep focused on businesses in both the 2600-2700 eight unsafe electrical conditions, four window, door blocks of Tifton Street and the 2100-2200 blocks of or screen issues and three vermin or rodent proofing Florida Avenue and Williams Boulevard. needed. In the sweep on Tupelo and Aberdeen, inspec- Kenner Council members Gregory Carroll and tors found 17 abandoned vehicles, one building per- Mike Sigur represent the areas where the two sweeps mit required, two building maintenances required, took place and they agreed that targeting both resi- two soffit or fascia issues, four fences needing repair, dential and commercial areas is very important, city seven cases of high grass or weeds, eight issues of lit- officials said. ter or debris, three cases of illegal parking on grass, “The issue is addressing blight concerns of both one case of stagnant water, four unsafe electrical con- our constituent’s homes and businesses,” Councilman ditions and one rodent proofing needed. Carroll said. “A safe and beautiful city is something we In the sweep on Tifton Street, Florida Avenue page 22 KENNER STR JUNE 2018 7 Government
Events and progress abound throughout the city data and disseminates information as needed during a potential crisis. Our Emergency Operations Center By Tom Willmott – Kenner Councilman-at-large, Division B in south Kenner is a great facility to help keep Kenner residents safe. We recently had our annual hurricane As your Council- sale. Our market has the potential for continued growth at little or no cost. I’m very excited for our 2nd Annual preparations meeting. Please stay turned-in for future man-at-Large, I want- and expansion. Freedom Festival, which will be held on September 2, updates from the city of Kenner and local weather sta- ed to take this opportu- When it comes to reviving existing commercial the day before Labor Day, in Laketown. Please mark tions regarding potential warnings and alerts. nity to provide Kenner properties, the city is diligently working with the own- your calendar. There will be lots of great music, food Please know that I am available to address any residents with insight regarding some of the recent ers and management teams of The Esplanade mall and and family fun. The music line-up will be unveiled soon. questions or concerns from our residents. Thank you progress that we have made over the last few months. The Pavilion at Esplanade to bring these properties So, keep a lookout for it! and God bless! In the area of economic development, the new back into commerce. We all hope to see these store- As we move into hurricane season, it’s impor- North Terminal at Louis Armstrong New Orleans In- fronts leased to thriving businesses once again or even tant for residents to know we work all year long to be Kenner District B Councilman-at-large Tom ternational Airport, located in central Kenner, was re- occupied by some other entities that require bricks and as prepared as possible and we urge residents to take Willmott can be reached at 468-7252. Councilman ported to be on schedule and due to open in early 2019. mortar. some time now to make their own preparations. Our Willmott’s office is located at 1801 Williams Bou- The facility features an impressive and airy grand lobby In order to keep up property standards, Kenner Emergency Management Department closely moni- levard, Building B, Suite 300 in Kenner and he and lots of large glass windows, high ceilings, multiple Inspection and Code Enforcement Department con- tors weather conditions, holds meetings, gathers storm can be reached by email at [email protected]. levels and a band stage for live music as its centerpiece. tinues to perform random code sweeps, unmasking Travelers will be greeted with New Orleans Jazz music volumes of violations. to put them in a festive mood as they arrive. Naturally, On the legislative front, we unanimously amended
there will be food vendors selling our great local cuisine. the Unified Development Code, as a result of the strong
Throughout the planning process, this project has outcry of our citizens who support boat ownership. The
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been strongly supported by most, if not all of the Kenner, law as amended allows boat owners to park boats on
Jefferson Parish and New Orleans elected officials. their property, under certain conditions. During May,
Also, the flyover project, which will extend from the Kenner City Council held its annual budget meet- Dine In or
Interstate 10 onto Loyola Drive, appears to be close ing as part of the process of approving our $66.5 million
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a ’ construction purposes. Our Kenner legislative delega- In the area of quality of life, we know that Kenner r r tion in the state Legislature has been very supportive is blessed and rich with residents who are descendants a 305-6422 of this funding legislation. Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn of numerous great ancestries. Accordingly, it shows in 2321 West Esplanade has been very protective of our fire station, located on the great variety of foods that are served at our local res- P PO-BOYS r e between Loyola Drive. He rightfully insists that Kenner should taurants and in the types of celebrations that we hold o n be entitled to receive the necessary funding to have it dear. Some of those recent celebrations were Lundi f Ken Power & Williams relocated. Gras, the Martin Luther King March and Celebration Family owned and operated since 1975 M-Th 11-7:30 We continue to have a number of new businesses and the Italian Heritage Festival – all in south Kenner – Fri 11-8:30 opening in our great city. Some of the more recent ones as well as the Hispanic Festival, held in Laketown. Sat 11-8 are 1st Franklin Financial, Garcia’s Western Wear and During Carnival season, we have the Driftwood www.parranspoboys.com Fleur de Lily. We also have several local businesses cel- Parade in the Driftwood Park subdivision and in Octo- ebrating decades of continuing success. ber there were dozens of neighborhood functions held Parrans 1/8_0316.indd 1 2/27/16 9:30 AM The Kenner Farmer’s Market, located at LaSalle’s throughout the city as part of the celebration of Night Landing, recently held a grand re-opening. This event Out Against Crime. celebrated the new association with Crescent City Just recently, we had a great turnout for our free Farmers Market in New Orleans. The hours of opera- movies and concerts in Heritage Park. Music in the tion continue to be Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Park is held on Fridays during May with Movies in the But the market has expanded with a large number of Park on a 25-foot outdoor screen on Saturdays during vendors and a variety of fresh produce and goods for the month. These are great outdoor events for families
Hurricane season preparedness meeting hosted by city in Kenner
On May 10, 2018, the city of Kenner held its an- Kenner in the event of a major storm. nual Regional Response Partners Hurricane Season Participants review agency-specific emergency Preparedness meeting. plans, identify capabilities and resources, discuss Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn, Kenner Police Chief strategy, identify points of contacts and address is- Michael Glaser, Kenner’s Emergency Management sues of common concern, such as contraflow, mutual Department and key city employees hosted more aid, sheltering, re-entry protocols and relief opera- than 60 representatives from various military, fed- tions. eral, state, parish and local governmental and non- “The meeting strengthens the already close co- governmental agencies. ordination between region-wide governmental and Meeting for the ninth consecutive year, this non-governmental entities and the city of Kenner,” event is designed to bring together agencies and said Mayor Zahn. “This is part of our year-round ef- organizations that provide services to or that work fort to be as prepared as possible for hurricane sea- collaboratively with the city of Kenner throughout son and we urge all residents to make their own per- the year and that may be called upon to respond to sonal plans in advance of the upcoming season.”
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www.kennerstar.com 8 JUNE 2018 KENNER STR Government Kenner city employees awarded service pins for years of service On May 3, 2018, in the second annual ceremony, Killian, Jr., Kirk C. Meier, and Edwin L. Snakenberg, Baroni, Lloyd J. Landry II, Alfred Leblanc, Jr., and was awarded a 10-year pin. Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn awarded pins to eligible Jr., from the Kenner Fire Department, Raymond G. Daniel J. Vitrano from the city’s recreation depart- Five Kenner Police employees had five years employees based on years of service with the city of Decedue, Jr., from Kenner’s Finance Department, ment were recognized for 15 years along with Sha- of service. They are Roy A. Campdesuner, Sean Kenner. In all, 92 employees received pins, including Renee M. Munoz from the city’s personnel depart- ron I. Gwin from the city’s community development Carson, Charles Dionne, Charles Ellis and Paul Mc- six with at least 30 years work experience. ment and Allen Perkins from the Kenner Public department. Jay Hebert, Kenner Planning Director, Carroll. Rachal M. Desilva, Terry Glorioso, Charles Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn said, “Kenner Po- Works Department. also was awarded a 15-year pin. A. Guzman, Dene Ladner and Kathy Wilson from lice Chief Michael Glaser, Kenner Fire Chief Ryan Given 20-year pins were Dave Sepulveda, Mary Seven recreation employees received 10-year the recreation department were awarded five-year Bergeron and I were honored to give out service Tapp and Gary Wood from the recreation depart- pins. They are Danny A. Atkins, Candace Frisard, pins. Andrew Crocker and Jason Desoto from the pins to employees. Along with members of the city ment along with Kevin P. Bonnette and Andrew H. Lemoyne P. Joseph, Dwayne M. Leblanc, Megan A. fire department and Carl Hope and Ronzell Hubbard council, it is an honor to recognize the hard work and Porrazzo from the city’s fleet management depart- McFall, Bryan C. Murphy and Danielle E. Sanchez. from the fire department were awarded five-year dedication of our employees. It’s what they do every ment. Also recognized for 20 years of service with the Getting 10-year pins from Kenner’s Police Depart- pins along with Kyva Darensburg from the planning day that we appreciate and that keeps our constitu- fire department were Randy M. Ayo, Tad Deroche, ment were Mary Beyer, James H. Brister, Teresa E. department, Darilyn B. Dauzat from the city council ents happy. And with so many employees marking 10, Lawrence J. DiMaggio, Jr., Rhonda M. Knowles, Mi- Donovan, Stephanie T. Miles, Rebecca T. Ricke and office, Susanne Gioiello from the clerk of court office 15 and up to 45 years of employment with the city, it’s chael J. Lovett, Frank S. Mannino, Ralph J. Michel, Melanie T. Wilson. From the fleet management de- and Juan Obando and Whitney Vicknair, Jr., from the just another reason for all of us to be ‘Kenner Proud.’” III, Dedreck N. Stewart and Lee M. Stoltz and Susan partment receiving 10-year recognition are Myron general services department. Keith M. Reynaud, cur- From Kenner’s Parks and Recreation Depart- L. Busby from the clerk of courts office and Sheryl Moore and Ronald L. Vitellaro. Also receiving 10-year rently Kenner District 3 Councilman, from the coun- ment, William F. Johnson was recognized for 45 years A. Scott from the city’s community development de- pins were Nicholas Bartolo, Steven J. Ledet and cil office and Robert B. Ross from the mayor’s office of service, along with Joseph Giarratano and Marilyn partment. Norma J. Wilson from the fire department, Erica M. were also awarded five-year pins. A. Swanson who were recognized for 40 years. Brian J. Drumm, Manuel L. Ferrell, Jr., Spencer Beaumont and Jean F. Caillouet from the finance de- The pins were given out based on length of ser- Awarded 30-year pins were George Bode from B. Harris, III, Ryan V. Heffner, Kirk C. Meier and John partment, Tim Augillard and Demond C. Polk from vice through the end of 2017. The annual service pins the Kenner General Services Department, Houston J. Spellman from the Kenner Fire Department were the public works department, Leon Contavasprie awards ceremony was held in Kenner City Council C. Hebert, Sr., from the city’s recreation department recognized for 15 years of service. Four employees and Howat Peters from the clerk of court office and chambers. and Natalie Tartaglia from the Kenner City Council from the city’s public works department had 15 years Samuel E. Dunn and Joseph Metzler, Jr. from the in- Office. of service. They are Christine L. Calamari, Carol R. spection and code enforcement department. Arthur Twenty-five-year pins were given to Robert J. Norman, Kevin B. Reid and Alfred D. Scott. Alice L. D. Dupre, a prosecutor from the city attorney’s office
Jefferson Parish Environmental to host
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On Sunday, June 3, 2018, from 11:00 a.m. to Dominick Impastato, hopes to connect citizens to
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all visitors to participate in. A free yoga class will also coastal topics and pre-treatment practices. Addi- 2321 West Esplanade P PO-BOYS be offered from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. by Jenna tional exhibitors will include the Lake Pontchartrain r between ne Keating, the Jefferson Parish Wellness Coordinator. Basin Foundation, the Green Project, Habitat for Hu- of Ken Power & Williams Attendees are encouraged to bring their own yoga manity’s ReStore, No Waste NOLA, the Alliance for M-Th 11-7:30 mats or towels for this class. Affordable Energy, Mosquito Control Services, 350 Family owned and operated since 1975 Earth Fest aims to educate people about the New Orleans, Solar Alternatives and more. Fri 11-8:30 importance of the environment in their everyday This event is free for all attendees and will be Sat 11-8 www.parranspoboys.com lives. The Department of Environmental Affairs, with located next to Lafreniere Park’s Kid’s Carousel. support from Jefferson Parish District 4 Councilman
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wonderful job on these spools, as well as the Ri- of local Kenner businesses donating supplies to the vertown Main Street Board and the Rivertown Arts ‘Spools for Schools’ program, this community project Council for making this very creative beautification would not have been possible. Rivertown businesses Assurance Care Provider LLC project possible,” said Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn. including Gendusa’s Italian Market, Porch and Pa- Mr. Ron Tassin, CEO Market Umbrella, which runs four Crescent tio Wine and Beer Garden, The Crossing and the City Farmers Markets and recently signed on to Friends of Rivertown group all sponsored and made manage the growing Rivertown Farmer’s Market, of- this a reality. OUTPATIENT SERVICES fers fresh and local produce, meats, seafood, plants, Along with Sharai and Wilson, other Rivertown Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services desserts and specialty items. “The farmers market Main Street Board “Spools for Schools” committee Located in the Kenner Rivertown Community was the ideal outdoor setting to reveal and showcase members involved in the project are Dwight Harris, the local students’ artwork featuring traditional New Joe Tolivar and Gail Yeadon. ➢ Over 15 Years of Services Orleans artistry, beautiful floral décor and school “If your school is interested in participating in pride,” said Rivertown Main Street Board Member the ‘Spools for Schools’ project, please contact us ❖ CARF ACCREDITATED Christina Wilson. at 415-5793,” said Wilson. “And please call if you are Through “Spools for Schools” the Rivertown interested in the enhancement of Rivertown and ❖ Certifi ed by the Offi ce Main Street Board partnered with Our Lady of Per- would like to become a board member.” petual Help School second graders, St. Elizabeth of Behavioral Health Ann Seton School 7th graders OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH and Bonnabel Magnet Acad- Assurance Care Provider celebrated its 10th Annual Community Outreach program with students from the Washington Montessori School emy High School students to SUBSTANCE ABUSE | REHABILITATION located in Kenner. The outreach program was attended by inaugurate the project. More Counseling and Therapy ❖ Crisis Management Kenner District 1 Councilman Gregory Carroll and supported by Whitney Bank. The children learned about work ethics and educational spools are to come from Ken- Medication Management skills and how to play an effective part in their community. Sponsored by Assurance Care Provider, LLC. ner Discovery Health Sciences ❖ Academy High School, John WE WELCOME CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS Curtis Christian School and ❖ Green Park Elementary stu- MEDICAID AND PRIVATE PAY ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME dents. ❖ “Offering a perfect place WE NOW ACCEPT COMMERCIAL INSURANCE COMPANIES to lean in, enjoy some company AND MEDICARE and take in the sunset on the Mississippi River,” said Allison ASSURANCE CARE PROVIDER NOW HIRING: Sharai, Rivertown Main Street board member. “These spools Hiring LCSWs • Bilingual Staff • Please email resume or call the offi ce. will be in place permanently for residents and visitors to Hours: 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday enjoy all the time in historic 2145 Rev. Richard Wilson Dr. (formerly Jefferson Hwy.) Rivertown. Without the support 472-0068 • [email protected] 10 JUNE 2018 KENNER STR Health Struggling to stay awake in the daytime? Nodding off at inappropriate times? By Mohammad Cheema, M.D. as “sleep attacks.” These can occur at any time and two to three hours before bedtime as these may are not limited to any specific activity. This makes it worsen the symptoms. Excessive daytime like to live with a condition in which you rarely ever mostly dangerous when we are operating a vehicle. Most importantly be safe. Driving can be one sleepiness is known felt fully awake and hardly ever felt fully asleep. This disorder is found in patients with significantly of the most dangerous activities for narcoleptic pa- as one of the five People who suffer from narcolepsy seem to reduced amount of neurotransmitter called hypo- tients who are untreated as they are 10 times more major symptoms of have this occurring on a daily basis. Literature men- cretin, which normally would promote wakefulness. likely to have a driving accident than those without narcolepsy. As we tions that one out of 2000 people suffer from narco- Most of the patients with narcolepsy don’t have a the disorder. go through our daily lives, most of us go through lepsy. It is a neurological disorder where the brain is positive family history, and only 10 percent report If at any time you begin to feel excessively one of two states of consciousness. Either we are unable to control the sleep and wakeful cycles. Peo- having a close family relative with this disorder. sleepy, stop what you’re doing and take a nap. sleeping or we are awake, with very little overlap ple suffering from this order have episodes in which Ask yourself these three questions and if you If you or someone you know may have undiag- between the two. Try to imagine what it would be the fall asleep unexpectedly during the day, known answer yes then there is a chance you might have nosed narcolepsy, please contact your primary care narcolepsy physician or a sleep specialist to see if a sleep study Have you had the sudden urge to sleep during may be needed. While there is no cure for narcolepsy, the day even though you received enough sleep the the treatments available for the symptoms can help We’re more than just a great rate night before? relieve and give you a more wakeful, fulfilling life. Have you ever felt refreshed and alert after a Bank-issued, FDIC-insured brief nap but then it quickly changes to sleepiness Mohammad H. 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What kind of make some financial moves that won’t be beneficial. lifestIf you could ac- A financial advisor can suggest some strategies that complish all your may help you keep your investment situation rela- financial goals just by putting your paycheck into tively intact until you land your next job. • Motor Vehicle Accidents the bank every couple of weeks, you wouldn’t need Saving for college – If you have children whom the services of a financial advisor. But life isn’t that you’d like to send to college someday, you’ll probably • Personal Injury simple – and so, at some point, you may realize you want to start putting money away as early as possible. need some professional assistance. But when? A financial professional can show you the various col- • Admiralty & Actually, you might benefit from the services of lege-savings vehicles, and help you choose the ones a financial advisor during many life events, includ- that are most appropriate for your needs. Maritime ing the following events. Getting divorced – If you are fortunate, you Starting your career – When you’re starting won’t ever experience a divorce, but, if it does hap- • Traffi c Tickets out in your career, you may encounter several ques- pen, you’ll want to get the professional assistance Dennis E. Rinck, Jr. - Attorney, tions related to your benefits package. Should you necessary to ensure fair outcomes for everyone. Tiffany Callaghan - Offi ce Manager/Paralegal, contribute to your 401(k) or other employer-spon- You’ll obviously need to work with an attorney, but • Notary Public Bianca Rios - Legal Assistant, Jose Martinez - Legal Assistant sored plan? If so, how much, and where should you you may find that, in the area of investments, a fi- invest your money? Are the life and disability insur- nancial advisor also can be useful. ance policies offered by your employer sufficient for Entering retirement – As you near retirement, your needs? A financial advisor can help you answer your key questions will switch – but not entirely – Free Consultation these and other questions you may have. from putting money in to taking money out. How Getting married – When you get married, much can you withdraw each year from your 401(k) you’ll have to decide if, and how, you want to com- and IRA without running the risk of outliving your Let us help you! bine your finances. Also, you and your spouse may resources? When should you start taking Social Se- have different attitudes about investing and differ- curity? If you were to work a couple of years longer 1824 Williams Blvd., Ste. C • Kenner, LA 70062 Corner of Williams & W. Metairie across from Kenner City Hall ent tolerances for risk. A financial professional can than you had originally intended, how would it affect help you find common ground. your withdrawal strategies? Again, a financial advi- Changing jobs – When you switch jobs, what sor can help you with these issues. SLEEP CENTER of NEW ORLEANS Treating adults and children should you do with your old employer’s retirement As you can see, most important life events will “SCONO has one focus: How you can sleep better at night. Healthy sleep leads to a healthy life. We want to improve your productivity at work or school and enhance your plan? And how should you invest in the plan offered carry some financial concerns. But you don’t have mood and concentration, by implementing evidence based sleep medicine.” - Mohammad Cheema, M.D. by your new employer? As was the case when you to face these challenges alone – and by getting the first began your career, you may find that a financial help you need, when you need it, you can ease the 4232 Williams Blvd. Suite #108 * Kenner professional can help you make the right choices. transition from one stage of life to another. 405-5582
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paycheck to paycheck with little or no reserve. But, the decision, you can quit buying things to keep up Living below your means it does not have to be this way. Regardless of what with family members and neighbors. You will know you make, you can and should spend less. The first that you are building a financial future and not a By Guy Williams question should be “Can I afford it?” instead of “Do mountain of consumer debt. I want it?” No matter where you are, or what you do for My wife and I was, “Boys, always live below your means. That way If you need something, do you need it now? Can a living, live below your means. That way, when the recently spent the when the tough times come, and they always come, something less expensive substitute for it? Is this the tough times come, and they always come, you will be weekend with my you won’t have to adjust your lifestyle.” I didn’t know best deal? Resist the temptation to purchase impul- prepared. first business partner then how right she was. We took her advice to heart sively. One way to do that is to skip shopping. Instead and his wife in Bentonville, Arkansas. We have been even though we thought then that with our superior of shopping, only go on buying trips to find the best Guy Williams is president and chief execu- friends for nearly half a century. The real estate de- skills we could avoid economic down turns. possible option for something that is an absolute ne- tive officer of Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company. velopment business that we started in Atlanta when Life proved to be filled with difficulties and my cessity. Their Kenner branch office is located at 3410 Wil- we graduated from college was the foundation for all imagined superior skills proved to be every bit as fal- We often talk about diets and fasts. I have a liams Boulevard. Marcel Gonzalez, vice-president of our subsequent investments. The experience that lible as anyone else’s would, but the wisdom of living friend who conducted a thirty-day experiment to see and branch manager can be contacted at 565-3656. we gained as small business owners at the age of below our means insulated us from the worst of the if he and his girlfriend could go thirty days without Brian Behlar, vice president and commercial lender, twenty-one has proven to be invaluable. various problems and economic cycles we experi- buying anything but fresh produce from the farmers can be contacted at 565-3661. Visit Gulf Coast Bank As we reminisced, I reminded Abe that his enced. market. They did not quite make it, but they got very and Trust’s website at www.gulfbank.com. mom had given us both a great piece of financial ad- Therefore, as a banker, I continue to follow her close and actually enjoyed the challenge. vice that I have followed all of my adult life. advice and I recommend that our customers and Our consumer culture is designed to make us Mrs. Schear brought us into her living room and friends do the same thing. Live below your means. spend money. You can resist the urge to spend. It is sat us down to hear what she felt we needed to know. If you find yourself spending what you make, or not easy, but it is possible. The decision to live below I don’t know what I was expecting, but what she said even more, do not lose heart. Most Americans live your means can be quite liberating. Once you make Health $275,000 $299,000 SELA Walk – it’s good for you By Craig Goodwin
4529 AVRON Boulevard 3613 N WOODLAWN Ave. Walking is one balance and coordination for an improved physical Metairie Metairie of the most benefi- health, as well as, help reduce the risk of falling in cial exercises that we the elderly. can do and in return, As you start your walking routine you need to will give you the best walk slowly for five to 10 minutes to warm up your ® health benefits. One of the best explanations of muscles and prepare your body for exercise. At the anie e Korndor er SALE PENDING walking for exercise is one by Paul T. Williams, end of your walk, walk slowly for five to 10 minutes REALTOR Ph.D., a staff scientist at the Lawrence Berkeley to help your muscles cool down. Before you start, Residential • Commercial National Laboratory, in Berkeley, California. He you need to choose the correct shoes with proper calls walking “a wonder drug, except that you don’t support and cushion for your feet to help absorb 3540 S I-10 Service Rd. 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Submit an anonymous tip Download the Kenner Police Department’s directly to the Kenner Police Mobile App, which is a FREE download for Department about Criminal / Drug Apple or Android available through your Activity, a Wanted Subject, or devise app store by searching for the Kenner Other Types of Suspicious Police Department. Crime tips can also be submitted through the Mobile App. incidents in your Community Kenner Police Department website: Go to www.kennerpd.com http://www.kennerpd.com KENNER STR JUNE 2018 15 Law Third-party liability claims in workers’ compensation By Dennis E. Rinck, Jr.
When a worker is tal anguish, punitive damages or other noneconomic usually limited to the amount of workers’ compensation tional purposes only and is not intended and should not injured on the job, he damages. In a third-party liability claim, however, the benefits that were paid to the employee for lost wages be construed to constitute legal advice. or she can likely bring a injured worker would be able to ask the court for those and medical expenses. Basically, the injured employee workers’ compensation noneconomic damages such as pain and suffering, as may have to repay the workers’ compensation carrier Dennis E. Rinck, Jr., a member of the Louisiana claim. Workers’ compensation benefits are awarded well as full recovery of lost wages and loss of future earn- out of any settlement or judgment in the third-party li- State Bar, is a lifelong Kenner resident, practicing without the need to prove fault on the employer’s part. ing capacity, among other recoverable damages. ability claim. Accordingly, it is very important for anyone attorney and owner of Rivertown Law Center, L.L.C., However, in some cases, the injured worker can also Similarly, if a chair breaks at work because of a injured at work to speak with an experienced attorney located at 1824 Williams Boulevard, Suite C in Kenner. bring a third-party liability claim for damages against defective leg and an employee suffers serious hip inju- to determine if they have a third-party liability claim in Motor vehicle accidents, personal injuries, maritime an at-fault party. “Third-party liability” refers to bodily ries, he or she may be able to bring a third-party claim addition to a workers’ compensation claim and to maxi- and traffic violations are Rinck’s primary areas of injury caused to a person because of a negligent or reck- against the product manufacturer. Or if a delivery per- mize recovery. practice. Rinck can be reached at 704-1194 or info@ less third-party’s actions or omissions. son is hurt by a faulty elevator while delivering goods This information has been provided for informa- rivertownlaw.com. Third-party liability may arise when an individual to a building, the injured person may be able to bring a or entity that is separate from the employer causes the third-party liability claim against the elevator manufac- workplace accident or the injury to the employee. Usu- turer or the building owner, depending on the reason for ally, it is not available against an employee’s supervisor the malfunction. In these examples, the injured worker Book your bridal party with us or coworker. Instead, third-party liability may arise out may have a claim for workers’ compensation as well as of other common situations, such as manufacturing or a third-party liability claim against the at-fault party for design defects, drivers who cause car accidents that in- full recovery. jure a worker on the job, employees of other companies With third-party liability claims, unlike workers’ working on the same job site and owners of businesses compensation claims, it is necessary to prove the third- that a worker visits as part of his or her job duties. party’s negligence and fault, or other wrongful acts or For example, if a worker is travelling on the road omissions. To prove the third-party’s negligence, the for work and a truck driver crashes into him, the worker plaintiff will need to prove duty, breach of duty, causa- can recover workers’ compensation benefits, but he can tion and damages. However, if the plaintiff makes the also sue the truck driver and the trucking company as claim against a product manufacturer, it may be pos- the at-fault third-party. Most workers’ compensation sible to raise a strict liability claim in which the product payments are minimal and a worker may not be able manufacturer can be held liable just by proving that to recover enough compensation to fully cover his or there was a defect and that it caused the plaintiff’s her medical expenses and lost income through work- harm. ers’ compensation alone. Remember, as far as lost in- When an injured employee claims that a third- come, workers’ compensation only covers three-fourths party negligently caused his or her injury, the company’s of an injured claimant’s lost wages. Moreover, workers’ insurance carrier may have a subrogation interest in the compensation does not cover pain and suffering, men- claim. The subrogation interest that can be recovered is eor ys_0316.indd 1 2/27/16 10:0 AM Automotive Taking care of your car in the heat By Scott Zimmerman Well, summer is you are planning a summer road trip. These checks ' ! finally here, and while help ensure that your engine runs cool in the heat. it may be great for your Keep your tires in check Summer s Here soul, the sun can do a Maintaining correct pressure in your tires is number on your car. However, some of the most com- also important in the heat. Increased friction coupled mon summer car problems can be easily avoided. with those hot summer days can cause your tires to Keep an eye on your battery heat up – this could increase the chance of a blow- Most people think that batteries fail mostly dur- out. Take preventative measures by properly assess- ing the winter, but the summer months can also be ing your tires and double-checking your car’s spare OPEN SATURDAYS 8 TO NOON very problematic. 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The November election is be- Give your family a CPA, small business owner, and reform-minded leg- ing held to fill the unexpired year left of former Louisi- islator, I am prepared for this challenge and expect ana Secretary of State Tom Schedler’s term. Schedler Peace Of Mind Today to take this office to new heights for the citizens of resigned after being sued for sexual harassment by Pre-planning your funeral should be a natural part of life, because Louisiana.” one of his employees. Louisiana’s secretary of state is in charge of the Stokes, who dropped out of the state treasurer’s it provides you with time to make end-of-life decisions in a state’s elections, handles incorporation for Louisiana race in 2017 when diagnosed with breast cancer last calm and rational atmosphere businesses and is responsible for the state archives, summer, is now cancer-free. historic sites, state museums and the state library. Call Today: 466-8577 Community Day-long gathering for empowerment in the Holy Spirit The theme for the day is “Return to Your First “Fresh Fire 2018,” a day-long gathering for those Love.” The day will include praise and worship, desiring refreshment and empowerment in the Holy preaching and empowerment ministry. Music will be Spirit, will take place Saturday, August 25, 2018, from provided by Jamie Diliberto and Tongues of Fire. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the St. Benilde School Caf- Registration is $30 per person and includes eteria located at 1901 Division Street in Metairie. lunch. A special price of $10 is offered for youth ages The event is sponsored by the Catholic Char- 18 to 30. Register online at www.ccrno.org no later ismatic Renewal of New Orleans (CCRNO). Speak- than Wednesday, August 22, 12:00 at noon to reserve ers will include Al Mansfield, Patti Mansfield, and lunch. 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By Ken Trahan the absence of Mark Ingram for the first quar- playing quite well since then. thing or not. ter of the 2018 season will set in when Septem- When considering how to replace In- Boston Scott is diminutive (5-6) but has There is a fine ber rolls around. gram’s impact, there is certainly one very obvi- big legs and lower body strength. He is very line between win- How do you replace a Pro Bowler in his ous conclusion. quick with good change of direction speed. ning and losing prime, a player who was a centerpiece of a re- The absence of Ingram will most certainly He is a good receiver out of the backfield and in the NFL. It is a vamped offense favoring the running game? impact Alvin Kamara the most. could take some carries and give the Saints a fragile place. The league is set up to award the Now 28, Ingram is entering his eighth sea- Kamara will unquestionably get more change-of-pace player. Scott is another player poor teams and to make it more difficult for son in the league. He is in his prime. The prime playing time and perhaps more touches, who could figure on special teams in the return the good teams to remain that way. From one times of the careers of NFL running backs though the Saints are certain to monitor that game. year to the next, things change drastically. Last typically do not last very long. It is a highly aspect very closely. Jonathan Williams has good size (6-0, 223) year’s contender becomes this year’s also ran. combustible position with the threat of injury In the 2017 regular season, Kamara had and a year of NFL experience. He played in 11 Last season’s pretender becomes this season’s being more real than other positions and the 201 touches from scrimmage and returned 11 games for Buffalo in 2016, rushing 27 times for champion. obvious wear and tear taking a toll on players kicks. He added 26 more touches in the play- 94 yards and a touchdown. There is the aging process, the hits and who lose their edge at some point, sometimes offs and was named the NFL’s Offensive Rookie No one approaches the skill level of In- misses in the draft and the volatility of free rather abruptly. of the Year. He averaged 13.25 touches per gram on the current roster. While Kamara is agency. Then, there are the unexpected oc- Ingram had career highs in carries (230), game. That is likely to become more along the electric, Ingram was the tough guy who did currences which can derail a team seemingly yards (1,124) and rushing touchdowns (12) in lines of 18 to 20, at least early in the season. the dirty work inside the tackles. It will take heading in the right direction. 2017. He also had career highs in catches (51) It is imperative that the Saints keep him a combined, cumulative effort to get the job The New Orleans Saints are a team seem- and reception yardage (416), having made around that number to avoid wearing him done from the players on hand, unless the ingly heading in the right direction. himself a good receiver. His 4.9 yards per carry down or risking injury. Already very valuable, team makes a move between now and the start They were a miracle play away from play- was tied for the second best in his career. He is Kamara is now invaluable in the absence of In- of the 2018 season. ing for the NFC championship in the 2017 sea- the best pass protector for Drew Brees among gram. He says he is ready for the challenge and While the Saints say they do not intend son. Armed with a new breed of young talented the team’s running backs. that the Saints will overcome the temporary to sign a veteran running back as a rental, if players, mixed in with proven veterans, the Unfortunately, it is the second straight loss of Ingram. the right player becomes available, you cannot franchise appears poised to soar to the heights year that the Saints will be without a key play- Trey Edmunds is an interesting study. rule out that possibility. In the meantime, it is of the franchise from 2009-2011, when they er to start the season. Last year, it was Willie He has the size (6-2, 223) to accumulate an opportunity for Edmunds, Lasco, Scott and fielded their best teams, with all due respect Snead who missed the first three games and many carries and take hits. He has pretty good Williams to prove they have the right stuff to to the 2006 squad. he never recovered, disappearing from the of- speed as well. He certainly has the pedigree. join Kamara as a primary weapon in the back- One of the most solid, dependable players fense and at season’s end, from the franchise. Edmunds looked solid in his lone appearance field for the team. on the team is Mark Ingram. He will not be sol- While there are murmurs about Ingram last season as a running back at Buffalo, rush- Super Bowl champions must have balance id or dependable, at least for the first month of wanting a new contract, it would not have dis- ing nine times for 48 yards and a touchdown. and cannot be weak in any particular area. The the 2018 season. Ingram has been suspended tracted from him performing well. Ingram is a Edmunds’ father, Ferrell, was an excel- Saints enter the 2018 season as true contend- for the first four games of the 2018 NFL season hard worker, a solid professional. lent NFL tight end for seven seasons with Mi- ers to win it all. Much of it will be determined for violating the league’s performance-enhanc- The murmurs about him possibly being ami and Seattle. He earned All-Pro honors in with how they handle the absence and protes- ing drugs policy. There is that dynamic, losing traded do not make sense. 1989 and was a Pro Bowl selection in 1989 and tations of Ingram. a player coming off of his best season in the If the Saints intended to trade him, it 1990. league. seems there were many good options in the Edmunds has a pair of brothers in the Ken Trahan serves as sports director of Then, there is the rest of the story. Ingram recent NFL draft that the team could have pur- NFL as well. His brother Terrell, a safety, was WGSO 990 AM/WGSO.com, is president and is not participating in off season training activ- sued. Additionally, Ingram has always been a drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first general manager of www.SportsNola.com ities as he is unhappy with his current contract favorite of Sean Payton, who made a huge in- round last month while brother Tremaine, a and hosts “Sportsnola TV” on Monday nights and wants a new one. That adds a distraction vestment in him with the 28th pick in the first linebacker, was the 16th overall pick of the at 6:00 p.m. on WHNO, TV 20. Trahan is the piece to the puzzle. The news certainly came round in 2011. Payton stuck with him through Buffalo Bills. general manager and chairman of the board as a shock. injuries and a nominal performance in his first Daniel Lasco is entering his third year. of the Saints Hall of Fame Museum in the While the New Orleans Saints and Ingram three years. He became the kind of back Pay- Lasco has the most speed of any of the running Mercedes-Benz Superdome, runs the Life Re- certainly knew what was coming, the reality of ton envisioned in 2014 and has not looked back, backs but has only 13 touches in two seasons, sources Sports Ministry and hosts All Access all in 2016 with 11 rushes for 32 yards and two SportsTalk on WGSO, 990 AM and WGSO.com catches 11 yards. Lasco is a valuable gunner on on Monday, Thursday and Friday at 6:05 p.m. special teams, utilizing his speed, his biggest as well as “The Three Tailgaters Show” on Sat- asset. Can he be a player who can take carries? urday morning from 10:05 a.m. to noon with He has decent size (6-1, 205) to go with his Ed Daniels and Rick Gaille. speed. 2018 is the year we will find out about 19,405 Lasco, as to whether the Saints have some-
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I hope this mes- of Education release shows we have a 71.8 percent sage finds you well. I am well into my second month as graduation rate. That is unacceptable and I’m com- your superintendent and have focused on the execu- mitted to working with everyone to help ensure all tion of our 100-day entry plan called, “Love to Learn; students graduate high school prepared for their Learn to Lead.” This induction strategy has been next season of life. I’ll need your help. super helpful in learning about system strengths and As we step into summer, I hope everyone finds opportunities for improvement as we move forward. time for some relaxation and rejuvenation. I’m con- You can keep up with my progress at jpschools.org or vinced we can all use it! Please encourage all stu- by following me on Twitter at @cadebrumley. dents to spend time in books; our public libraries So far, I’ve had the opportunity to analyze stu- have developed an interesting summer program. Also, dent performance data as well as listen to hundreds please take every opportunity to mentor children in of passionate stakeholders share their thoughts on the community. our system. I am cataloguing all information and will I am optimistic we can have a stronger public use it to craft our next steps. Throughout my conver- school system despite our challenges. Let’s keep a sations, I’ve heard several consistent themes from positive outlook and consistently share the stories of students, employees, parents and community mem- wonderful things happening in our system with our bers. If something is shared repeatedly and forms a employees and by our students. pattern, it probably needs some attention. Let me say “Thanks” to everyone who attended one of our stake- Dr. Cade Brumley is superintendent of the Jef- holder events so far. ferson Parish Public School System, the largest and We are wrapping up our graduations in Jeffer- most diverse district in Louisiana, serving over son Parish. That’s always a time of celebration and 48,000 students. Dr. Brumley is a true product of the excitement for many families. I extend my warmest public school system, educated in Louisiana public congratulations to our graduates and their support schools and spending his entire career serving chil- systems that ushered them towards their diploma. dren and families as a public school employee. Fol- Unfortunately, too few of our students are graduating low Dr. Brumley on Twitter at @cadebrumley. high school. In fact, the latest Louisiana Department
JPPSS announces second 2018-2019 Kenner School Spotlight: advanced study academies application WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY STEM SCHOOL window ing or the Paul Emenes Building. Washington Elementary STEM School combines The office hours at both locations are 8:00 a.m. a strong tradition with a focus on 21st century The Jefferson Parish Public School System will to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Applications learning. hold a second Advanced Study Academies application must be submitted by noon on June 22, 2018. For Celebrating excellence since 1936, Washington window from June 11 until June 22, 2018. This two- more information call 349-7792. Elementary is one of three new STEM schools week window is for ASAs that still have openings for Advanced Study Academies are designed to ex- in the Jefferson Parish Public School System. the 2018-2019 school year. Admission for 2018-2019 pose the most highly capable students to a challeng- STEM schools are designed to provide a has been completed for grades pre-k through third. To ing, rigorous, and accelerated curriculum. The acad- learning experience based on educating see which schools have openings, visit jpschools.org/ emies focus on students who are successful in gaining students in science, technology, engineering, ASA or call 349-7792. This window is only for students admission through the ASA admissions process. and mathematics. Students solve real-world who did not apply during our original application pe- Successful candidates are challenged with op- problems while working productively as teams using the engineering design process and riod this school year. portunities in abstract thinking, problem solving and engaging in project-based learning. Opportunities are provided to take STEM education beyond the classroom, to connect STEM learning to careers, to promote Applications will be available on June 8, 2018 at the use of higher order thinking skills. Our academies lifelong learning, and to create a STEM-educated workforce that the JPPSS Administration Building at 501 Manhattan employ a school-wide enrichment model and use can meet the demands of business in an increasingly complex Boulevard in Harvey, at the Paul Emenes Building at project-based, hands-on instructional techniques. and technology-driven economy. 822 South Clearview Parkway in Harahan and on the Students are highly engaged through differentiated district website, jpschools.org. Applications must be instruction and are working at least one grade level Washington Elementary is a school on the rise. The Louisiana Department of Education named Washington Elementary a Top completed, include all required documents and hand ahead of other students in their age group and grade Gains school. Principal Darlene Turnbull is the JPPSS Elementary delivered to either the JPPSS Administration Build- placement. School Principal of the Year and a semifinalist for Louisiana Principal of the Year. Washington Elementary STEM School is located at 606 Clay Street in Kenner. For more information, call (504) JPPSS announces new student early 464-9111 or visit washington.jpschools.org. You can also keep up with the latest news by liking its Facebook page. registration dates for 2018-2019 Washington Elementary is represented on the Jefferson Early registration for the 2018-2019 school and for general registration information, visit www. Parish School Board by District 5 member Cedric Floyd. year for all students from kindergarten through 12th jpschools.org. To learn what school a student will at- grade will take place from June 4 through June 6, tend go to the school/transportation search tool at KENNER PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2018. This registration period is for students who www.jpschools.org/findaschool. Alexander Elementary, Audubon Elementary, Bonnabel High, Chateau Estates Elementary, are new to the Jefferson Parish Public School Sys- The 2018-2019 school year for students in Clancy-Maggiore Elementary, Greenlawn Terrace Elementary, tem. Students who are currently enrolled at a JPPSS grades one through 12 starts on August 9, 2018. Stu- Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy, Roosevelt Middle, school do not need to complete early registration. dents in kindergarten and pre-K start on August 14 Schneckenburger Elementary, Washington Elementary STEM School, G. T. Woods Elementary Students can be registered during these dates from or 15 (this date varies by school). For more informa- 8:00 a.m. to noon at the school they will attend. tion, contact the appropriate school or the JPPSS This public service announcement is sponsored by the Shane Family Foundation. To download the form needed to complete Compliance Office at 365-5312. KENNER STR JUNE 2018 19
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New Orleans to Frankfurt, Germany. In 2017, Condor Airlines flew “We would like to thank Condor Airlines for their continued com- P PO-BOYS r more than 16,000 people on 90 flights between MSY and Frankfurt mitment to our market,” said Cheryl Teamer, New Orleans Aviation e o n International Airport (FRA). Seasonal service returned May 17 and Board Chairwoman. “With this nonstop flight, Condor provides a f Ken will continue through September 30, 2018, with twice-weekly flights much-needed service for our community both for business and lei- Family owned and operated since 1975 on Thursdays and Sundays. Condor Airlines is celebrating its one year sure travel to Germany and throughout Europe.” anniversary in New Orleans with a special fare from New Orleans to “We are excited to join Condor in celebrating the first year of ser- Frankfurt for $299.99 one way or $499.98 round trip available for vice to Germany. Condor is a valued airport and community partner Dine In or Take Out • 305-6422 booking May 17-20, 2018. Fares are subject to availability. and we thank them for helping us to better serve our passengers at www.parranspoboys.com “I am thrilled to celebrate a successful first year of flights to MSY,” said Kevin Dolliole, director of aviation for Louis Armstrong Frankfurt. Condor Airlines provides an important connection for the New Orleans International Airport. 2321 West Esplanade between Power & Williams people of New Orleans to Europe and vice versa. The city is excited Condor provides a superior passenger experience onboard its M-Th 11-7:30 Fri 11-8:30 Sat 11-8 to welcome the many new international visitors who will fly into New 259-seat Boeing 767-300ER. Service is offered in three classes – busi- Orleans from Frankfurt as we celebrate our 300th anniversary,” said ness, premium and economy. In each of its three classes of service, New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell. Condor provides complimentary checked baggage, beverages, mealsParrans_Gravy Bath_0216.indd 1 1/24/16 9:34 AM The Frankfurt International Airport is a hub for Condor where and in-flight entertainment for all passengers, and Condor now offers passengers can seamlessly connect to more than 120 cities in the TSA Pre-Check for passengers departing from New Orleans, which SABELLA’S Eastern Hemisphere at exceptional rates through Condor’s extensive provides more convenience. Business Class passengers have access network of partner airlines. Flights on Thursdays will depart New to priority check-in, as well as reclining seats and a five-course meal PLUMBING Orleans at 6:25 p.m. and arrive in Frankfurt the next day at 11:10 onboard the flight. Premium Class features added legroom, leg rests SMALL JOBS a.m. On Sundays, flights depart New Orleans at 6:05 p.m. and arrive and adjustable headrests plus premium meals and more onboard the in Frankfurt the next day at 10:50 a.m. Returning flights will depart flight. Repairs • Drain Cleaning Frankfurt at noon on Thursdays and arrive in New Orleans at 4:05 Condor passengers can earn and redeem miles in the Star Al- Hot Water Heaters p.m. the same day. On Sundays the departure is at 12:20 p.m. with liance Miles and More frequent flyer program and Alaska Airlines’ • arrival in New Orleans at 4:25 p.m. The Frankfurt International Air- MileagePlan. Tickets are available at www.condor.com, in a travel Residential Repairs port is a hub for Condor where passengers can seamlessly connect to agency or by phone at 1-866-960-7915 – free of charge. Servicing Metairie & Kenner 875-2888 Sammy Sabella Owner/Operated Health Licensed Master Plumber Over 25 Years
Understanding kidney stones Talk to your By Julie Wang, M.D. neighbors, then
How common are kidney stones? What are the symptoms of a stone? talk to me. Each year, more than half a mil- Some kidney stones are as small as a grain of sand, while oth- lion people go to emergency rooms for ers are as large as a pebble. A few are as large as a golf ball! As kidney stone problems. Approximately a general rule, the larger the stone, the more noticeable are the Marie Clesi, Agent See why State Farm® insures more 2401 Veterans Memorial Blvd drivers than GEICO and Progressive one in 10 people will have a kidney stone at some time in their lives symptoms. The symptoms could be one or more of the following. Kenner, LA 70062 combined. Great service, plus and the number of people in the United States with kidney stones Severe pain on either side of your lower back Bus: 504-469-1421 [email protected] discounts of up to 40 percent.* has been increasing over the past 30 years. More vague pain or stomach ache that doesn’t go away Like a good neighbor, Men are much more likely to develop stones than women and Blood in the urine State Farm is there.® only about 25 percent of kidney stones occur in people with a fam- Nausea or vomiting CALL FOR QUOTE 24/7. ily history of stones. Other diseases like high blood pressure, dia- Fever and chills betes, obesity, osteoporosis, chronic diarrhea or kidney cysts might The kidney stone starts to hurt when it causes irritation or increase the risk of stones. blockage. This builds rapidly to extreme pain. In most cases, kidney *Discounts vary by states. What is a kidney stone? stones pass without causing damage – but usually not without caus- State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company A kidney stone is a hard object that is made from chemicals in ing a lot of pain. Pain relievers may be the only treatment needed 1001174.1 State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL the urine. Urine has various wastes dissolved in it. When there is too for small stones. Other treatment may be needed, especially for much waste in too little liquid, crystals begin to form. The crystals those stones that cause lasting symptoms or other complications. attract other elements and join together to form a solid that will In severe cases, however, surgery may be required. get larger unless it is passed out of the body with the urine. Usually, What should I do if I have these symptoms and think I have a these chemicals are eliminated in the urine by the body’s master stone? chemist – the kidney. See a doctor as soon as possible. You may be asked to drink ex- After it is formed, the stone may stay in the kidney or travel tra fluid in an attempt to flush out the stone out in the urine. If you down the urinary tract into the ureter. Sometimes, tiny stones may strain your urine and can save a piece of the stone that has passed, move out the body in the urine without causing too much pain. But bring it to your doctor. Or, the stone may need to be removed with stones that don’t move may cause a back-up of urine in the kidney, the help of an outpatient surgical treatment. Usually, you don’t have COMPLETE ureter, the bladder or the urethra. This is what causes the pain. to be hospitalized. What are the causes of kidney stones? Possible causes include PEST & TERMITE CONTROL the following. Dr. Julie Wang received a Doctor of Medicine degree, complet- Drinking too little water ed a general surgery internship followed by a urology residency at Obesity Tulane University Medical Center in New Orleans. Dr. Wang, orig- Weight loss surgery inally from New Orleans, is a member of the American Urological Eating food with too much salt or sugar Association, Southeastern Section American Urological Associa- 4400 Wabash Street, Metairie, LA 70001 tion, Louisiana Urological Society and the American College of Surgeons. To make an appointment with Dr. Wang call 443-9500. (504) 888-4941 • fax (504) 888-8120 20 JUNE 2018 KENNER STR Latin American News Hurricane preparedness By Rafael E. Saddy
The 2018 hurri- The city of Kenner maintains comprehen- Hispanic Apostolate: 467-2550 – Provides Kenner Hispanic Resource Center – The cane season is upon sive plans that compliment and coordinate with many bilingual social services to Hispanics and center offers various programs and access to in- us and emergencies Jefferson Parish’s procedures for emergency op- other immigrants in the New Orleans area. formation and referrals for all sorts of issues. For or disasters could, erations. It is important that citizens are aware Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (HCCL): information call 469-2571. individually or in combination, create dire con- of the proper steps to take during an emergency. 885-4262 – HCCL has recognized the new chal- Hablemos Claro – Kenner TV, Cox Cable ditions to us varying in scope and intensity from The following listed brochures, also avail- lenges that face Hispanics who have moved into channel 76 or U-verse channel 99, has Hispanic causing minimal damage locally, in a multi-parish able in Spanish, can be printed from the city of the region and are predominantly engaged in re- TV programs every Wednesday at 9:00 p.m. and or state-wide area with the possibility of exten- Kenner’s website with important information building the area. Sunday at 8:00 p.m. For more information and sive devastation and loss of life. concerning city’s storm procedures. Kenner Emergency Management Depart- program schedule, go to www.kenner.la.us and The state of Louisiana has the primary respon- City of Kenner – Hurricane Preparedness ment: 471-2100 – The mission of Kenner’s Emer- click on the Kenner TV logo or go to the Kenner sibility to develop emergency management plans City of Kenner – Business Disaster Planning gency Management Department is to coordinate TV Face book/You Tube page. for incidents and or disasters, but they are only as City of Kenner –Public Assisted Evacuation emergency preparedness functions across all I leave you with this thought. “Hurricane good as we understand them and how we prepare City of Kenner – Contraflow Instructions and Map municipal agencies and to provide timely and season brings a humbling reminder that, despite to protect our property and life. The initial actions Louisiana Emergency Preparedness Guide relevant information to government officials and our technologies, most of nature remains unpre- of prevention, mitigation, preparedness and re- For additional information on homeland the public on dealing with hazards and disasters. dictable.” sponse and recovery in most cases are conducted security and related matters or more detailed in- Latin American Civic Association of Loui- by our local government, if the event necessitates formation on Kenner’s extensive emergency plan- siana: 464-4619 – A Louisiana nonprofit corpo- Rafael E. Saddy is a public relations offi- a formal declaration of a state of emergency. City ning activities go to www.kenner.la.us and click ration and was established for educational and cer for the Latin American Civic Association of officials will make notifications to Jefferson Parish on “Emergency Preparedness.” Business owners charitable purposes, including the promotion of Louisiana (LACAL) and serves on the governing governing authority and emergency management should make sure to sign up for re-entry placards. education, advocacy and assistance for the well- board of directors of Ochsner Medical Center- officials. If the event necessitates a formal declara- In an effort to assist the Hispanic communi- being of the Latin American community. Kenner. Email Saddy at lacal1234@bellsouth. tion of a state of emergency by parish officials, no- ty to better prepare themselves, listed below are net. Correspondence should be sent to P.O. Box tification will be made to the parish president and several of the key organizations that offer bilin- Community announcements 640284, Kenner, LA 70064-0284. the governor’s office. Assistance by the state will gual services that can refer you to the appropriate June 9 & 16 – Gala Music presents Latin be given when it is determined that the disaster or organization for assistance. night Bamboleo at the House of Blues. For infor- emergency is beyond parish and local capabilities American Red Cross: 620-3105 – Nation’s mation call 850-766-4602. to cope with the disaster or emergency. Federal premier emergency response organization. June – Digital Leaders a two-month pro- assistance will supplement state and a local effort Attorney General State Office Criminal Divi- gram offered at the Bilingual Workforce Training with it is beyond their capability to cope with the sion: 225-326-6079 – Consumer complaints, crime, and Business Development Center – 2200 Veter- disaster or emergency. health issues, charities and more. ans Boulevard, for info 985-267-4241.
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Farmers market from page 1 “We look forward to Kenner’s former farmers market reopening as the Crescent City Farmers Market (CCFM) along with new opportunities, vendors and incentives,” said Kenner District 1 Councilman Gregory Carroll. “And while we pay homage to our historic ancestors and their distri- bution of agricultural goods to New Orleans and the French Market, to our present Kenner Farm- ers Market vendors, we bring their commitment and spirit to not only the CCFM but to all of new and exciting developments in Rivertown area.” Jenny Labella Tusa, the Rivertown Main Street Board President added, “The Main Street Board is so excited to have the Crescent Farmers Market come on board to help us revitalize our farmers market to its true potential.” “Based on the survey work we’ve been doing in the community and building on the successes excites me the most is that now our food bank of the current Rivertown market, we’ll be bringing recipients and the Kenner Council on Aging will in many new produce vendors as well as grass-fed be able to use their SNAP and WIC benefits at the beef, lamb, goat, seafood, artisan breads and baked Farmers Market,” said Mike Ince, interim director goods, prepared foods and more. We’ve listened to “Our goal is to sup- “We are in- of Kenner Community Development Director and the community and the vendors and are creating port local farmers credibly grateful Main Street Manager. a great new market bringing the full range of lo- and food producers of this new part- Located at the base of the levee at the end cally available fruits and vegetables,” says Market and at the same nership that helps of Williams Boulevard, the market, which origi- Umbrella’s director of markets, Angelina Harrison. time, increase to connect fresh nally opened in 2012, will be a weekly happening in Market Umbrella will also be implementing fresh food access. food with the Ken- historic Rivertown, added to the roster of cultural a token economy, issuing tokens for credit, debit We are pleased to ner community and family attractions including the Kenner Mega- and SNAP cards, as well as implementing fresh announce that this in what could not dome and Planetarium Cinema, the Space Science food incentive programs such as Market Match market will be able be a more perfect Complex, the Rivertown Theaters for the Perform- which doubles SNAP dollars spent at market and to accept SNAP location. While we ing Arts and Heritage Park and build on the revital- the Farmers Market Nutrition Program for both (Food Stamps) like all of our markets. We will also are certain that this partnership is going to help ization in the area. The market will take a summer seniors and WIC participants, among others. Mar- match SNAP purchases dollar-for dollar up to $20 revitalize the Rivertown Historic District, what break for the months of August and September. ket Umbrella executive director, Kate Parker says, each market day.”
24-hour electricAl service 7 Days Code violations can face both fines and court costs. Even if violators A from page 7 bELLCO ELECTRiC Week come into compliance, they are placed on probation are all working toward.” and can be recharged under the original offense if Residential • Commercial Sigur urged residents to pass along any con- there is a repeat violation. cerns to Kenner’s Inspection and Code Enforcement Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn praised the city’s code FREE ESTIMATES Department. inspectors, along with Kenner Inspection and Code REPLACE FIRE HAZARD FUSE “No one knows what’s going on in an area any bet- Enforcement Director Rick Walther. BOXES WITH CIRCUIT BREAKERS ter than the residents who live there or drive through “Our attitude is that we are going to be relent- that area on a regular basis,” Councilman Sigur said. less as far as blight and code violations are concerned SAVE 20% ON INSURANCE “Please continue to report any concerns that you have.” and making sure property owners take care of their We install over Property owners are identified during the responsibilities,” Mayor Zahn said. “We simply will not Automatic Standby 30 Years sweeps, later summoned to come to court and or- tolerate anything less.” GENERATORS experience 455-2355 dered to comply with Kenner’s code laws. Violators
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Carroll position, first-time candidate Glenn Hayes, Sr. was Nobody from page 1 elected Kenner District 3 Councilman and George Bra- nigan won his first elected position as Kenner District does it Carroll, a resident of Kenner for over 50 years, is 4 Councilman. a two-term officer with the Jefferson Parish Develop- At the close of qualifying on January 5, 2018, in- better ment Commission (JEDCO) and presently works as the cumbents Kenner Division B Councilman-at-large Tom than us! Orleans Parish Sheriff Office Security Administration Willmott and Kenner District 2 Councilman Michael 4971 West Napoleon Ave. Metairie • 889-9856 Director of Programs. Sigur and newcomer Kenner District 5 Councilman Carroll will fill the last of the seven seats on the Brian Brennan were elected unopposed. We are the OPEN 11 am - 4 am Kenner City Council for four-year terms that will begin Also, on March 24, Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn was Beer bucket place to watch Come on July 1, 2018. reelected with 80 percent of the vote and Kenner Po- all sports on specials and In the March 24 election newcomer Kristi McK- lice Chief Michael Glaser was reelected in January watch sports our 19 TVs. inney won the Kenner Division A Councilman-at-large without opposition. great food. Not a bad seat at in the house. WIFI. Stepbrothers. Aiport nect our community to the world and bring new visitors from page 1 to New Orleans.” New Orleans District D City Councilmember NOBODY DOES SPORTS BETTER THAN STEPBROTHERS! Orlando, Phoenix and St. Louis, as well as a new non- Jared Brossett, chairperson of the Transportation and stop destination to Sacramento. Airport Committee said, “I’m pleased to see Armstrong “Last year, the airport saw a record-breaking 12 International Airport keep up the momentum after a million passengers traveling through the airport,” said successful 2017. As the airport grows, residents from New Orleans Aviation Board Chairwoman Cheryl Team- across New Orleans will benefit from the economic er. “This upward trend is continuing as we strive to impact.” Advertise in the deliver the best quality service to the traveling public.” Building on the increase in air service in March, “The exponential growth of the airport over the two new airlines will begin new flights at Armstrong last three years can no doubt be attributed to the eco- this year – Silver Airways in August and Sun Country nomic vitality of the Greater New Orleans region,” said Airlines in September. Two new nonstop destinations Kevin Dolliole, Director of Aviation for Louis Armstrong were also added in April with flights to San Jose via New Orleans International Airport. “Already in 2018, Southwest Airlines and Atlantic City via Spirit Airlines. the airport is up 14 percent in total passengers year- The airport now offers a total of 54 nonstop destinations to-date. As the region continues to thrive, our staff will from 16 airlines. lobby for new service from the airlines to further con- 468-9125 WHAT CAN BE RECYCLED? – PAPER PRODUCTS – Office paper Newspaper, including color inserts Magazines & catalogs Junk mail & telephone books Paperboard boxes, including cereal boxes, freezer food boxes Delivered 12 pack soft drink boxes & other food/snack boxes Other corrugated cardboard electronically – METAL PRODUCTS – Aluminum cans, steel & ferrous metal food containers & lids – PLASTIC PRODUCTS – each month. Plastic food & beverage containers coded 1 through 7, which includes plastic bags, plastic pots from nurseries, waxed juice & milk cartons Essentially everything constructed out of plastic should be marked with one of the codes shown below
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