Vol. 27, No. 7 Kenner’s Community Newspaper Since 1991 JULY 2018 Kenner Council Kenner Mayor Zahn in talks with national developer to move approves $65.6 Laketown improvements forward million operating budget
Artist’s rendering of potential Laketown lakefront development
Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn, newly-elected in discussions with Atlantis for approximately six our city, state and region.” Kenner District 3 Councilman Glenn Hayes and months. “I am impressed by the portfolio of work Bailey is looking forward to working closely Atlantis Gaming Corporation chief executive officer already developed by Atlantis and the company’s with Mayor Zahn and the city. “We believe Laketown Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn Donald L. Bailey met on June 8, 2018, to review a vision for Laketown. A premiere multi-use is in a unique position to become a total destination proposal from Atlantis for a destination resort at development on Lake Pontchartrain will energize resort for Kenner and the region. It offers a rare For fiscal year 2017-2018, Kenner’s operating Laketown in Kenner. the area, boost our tourism industry, generate new opportunity for an unparalleled development not budget was $63.4 million with a $3.8 million capital “We have been working towards a destination revenue and transform the way we view our shoreline. seen anywhere in the entire metropolitan area,” said budget. In May of this year, Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn development to showcase our beautiful lake since We are going to continue to work closely with the Bailey. had proposed a $65.6 million operating budget my first days in office,” said Zahn, who has been developers to hopefully create a new destination for page 19 along with a $4.1 million capital budget for the upcoming 2018-2019 fiscal year. The Kenner City Council voted to approve the final budget at its June 7, 2018 meeting. Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company seeking donations for “Auctions in Sales taxes are the largest single source of August” fundraiser event to benefit non-profits revenue in the city and increased just enough the last couple months of the year to break even Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company’s their designated nonprofits receive bring it to any Gulf Coast Bank Branch. At the end compared to 2016-2017. “Auctions in August” fundraiser is a silent 100 percent of the funds raised.” of the auction, winning bidders write their checks For 2018-2019, the city will experience auction hosted at each of their 19 Englert added, “We encourage directly to the non-profits designated by the donors. increases in pension contributions and health branches and online during the entire individuals, businesses and The items can be gift certificates for restaurants, hotel insurance. For the upcoming fiscal year Kenner’s month of August. non-profits to make donations stays, spa excursions, gift baskets, paintings, jewelry, cash reserve fund, or fund balance, is expected to Sheila Englert, marketing now. It’s simple; download and sports memorabilia and outings and much more. We increase from approximately 11.12 percent to 14.80 director, says “Auctions in August is complete a donation form from need your help in gathering unique, intriguing items percent of the operating budget. a win-win deal. Donors are recognized AUCTIONSINAUGUST.COM for that will attract bidders and help us to assist many The making of a Kenner city annual budget, for the entire month of August and each item valued at $50 or more and page 19 which begins July 1 and ends June 30 of each year, is a long, involved process that stretches from early February to when the council approves it, mandated by city charter to be by June 15. Kenner Star begins 27th year as city’s community newspaper page 18 The Kenner Star, the city of Kenner’s only Lovitt, Kenner Star managing editor and marketing distribution, mailing a free copy each month to every hometown newspaper, will celebrate its 26th director. “Our monthly newspaper has been dedicated to registered voter household in Kenner. Coming Up AUGUST Kenner Star anniversary in July 2018. The Kenner Star has always informing Kenner residents about local community, civic, “We thank our loyal readers who have responded so been mailed free to all registered voter households in charitable and governmental events occurring in the city. positively to the Kenner Star. We will continue to provide Kenner, delivered to the mailbox with a circulation Our advertiser support enables us to bring the Kenner community news, government updates and information of almost 20,000 copies. The Kenner Star has Star to our readers and we thank them for helping us to that is enlightening, educational and interesting Kenner Parks & Recreation always been a free newspaper and has reported on provide our newspaper for Kenner residents to enjoy.” every month,” said Lovitt. “Local business owners and LEISURE SERVICE the city’s progress since its inception,” said Candy The Kenner Star’s has a unique method of page 16 FALL BROCHURE Uncle Sam Jam in Lafreniere Park set for July 3, Eli Young Band to headline in 2002. Today, the band has charted eight times on the Billboard country charts, with three of their singles The Patrons of Lafreniere Park along with reaching number one. The three number one hits were Jefferson Parish District 4 Councilman Dominick “Crazy Girl,” the top country song of 2011 according to Impastato announced that Grammy nominated Billboard Year-End, along with “Even If It Breaks Your country artists Eli Young Band will headline Uncle Heart” and “Drunk Last Night.” “Crazy Girl,” the 2012 4th of July Fireworks Sam Jam on Tuesday, July 3, 2018. ACM Song of the Year, went “Double Platinum” and the Eli Young Band, formed by college roommates band has sold over five million singles. Eli Young Band 9-9:30 p.m. on TUESDAY, July 3RD Mike Eli and James Young, released their first album page 12 Sponsored by Treasure Chest Casino & City of Kenner 2 JULY 2018 KENNER STR
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ee website for bio, classes more info Lovittlife.com KENNER STR JULY 2018 5 from The Editor Gulf Coast Bank auction helps fund over 350 non-profit agencies By Allan Katz clearly doomed. paintings, jewelry, sports memorabilia and much community. “Pack the Park” is a spring fundraiser Williams remembers the pall that hovered over more. Each person or entity putting up an item for that teams up with the New Orleans Baby Cakes One of the South Louisiana all too well. “At Gulf Coast Bank, we auction can also designate the non-profit agency whereby the bank purchases tickets to a scheduled smartest individuals never doubted that we would come back as a region that will benefit from any funds raised by the item. game and donates vouchers to non-profits and in turn I’ve had the pleasure bigger and better than ever,” he says. “We were never Williams says, “From the beginning, the auction has can sell the vouchers to raise money. Throughout the of meeting during disheartened by what a few said. But we challenged replenished the treasuries of non-profit agencies and year, individual branches participate in charitable my career that is now verging on 60 years is Guy ourselves to come up with a community-building also lifted the hearts of the staff and volunteers at causes in their local community. Williams, the president and chief executive officer of strategy that would give people hope and optimism. the non-profits. Everyone enjoys being appreciated The Gulf Coast branch in Kenner is located at Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company. And that’s when we came up with the idea of an and our auction has become a means by which the 3410 Williams Boulevard. The branch manager and So, it was no surprise when I learned recently auction that would benefit the community’s non- community thanks and recognizes the non-profits for Gulf Coast Vice President there is Marcel Gonzalez, that Gulf Coast Bank’s “Auction in August” now in profit agencies that had covered themselves with all that they do.” who has 28 years banking experience. Williams notes its eleventh year has raised more than $846,000 to glory by helping people during Katrina but were now I think that what makes Williams a great there are several Kenner-based non-profit agencies benefit more than 350 local non-profit 501(c)(3) in many cases stone cold broke because they had role model for other business leaders is that he that benefit from the generosity and support of agencies serving Southeast Louisiana. This year, it is expended all their capital, including their rainy-day understands that every business organization has the community. Among these is a comparative hoped that the Gulf Coast auction will raise enough funds, helping their communities after the storm.” two P&L statements – one for the business side and newcomer – the Kenner Discovery Health Sciences money to send the total raised to over $1 million. So, in 2008, Gulf Coast Bank’s “Auction in one for the community side. Many years ago, a wise Academy, the outstanding charter school that has Like many stories in South Louisiana, the August” was launched. Some 100 items were offered mentor told me, “If you’re in business and you don’t been a huge success. “I’m an admirer of Patty Glaser, beginnings of the Gulf Coast Bank auction dates at the first silent auction event, hosted at each have a heart for the community that supports you, the founder and head of school of Kenner Discovery,” back to Hurricane Katrina in 2005. All of us who lived branch as well as online. Today, there are 19 Gulf you’re going to be a loser.” I think that through their says Williams. “She and her school are deserving of through it will never forget that devastating storm Coast branches in Jefferson, Orleans, St. Bernard, auction, Williams and his team are winners each and the great success they have enjoyed.” that roared out of the Gulf of Mexico, shattering our St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and East Baton Rouge every year. All in all, Gulf Coast Bank and Guy Williams region, causing 1,400 deaths (not even including parishes. This year there will be more than 1,000 Gulf Coast Bank’s “Auction in August” is one epitomize “giving back” to the community as best as the thousands of storm-related deaths in the items offered for auction with expectations that of three major fundraisers the bank promotes each it can be done. My hat is off to them! wake of Katrina). The Speaker of the U.S. House of more than $100,000 will be raised. The auction offers year. “Community Rewards” program is an online Representatives even said that he couldn’t think of a something for everyone, including gift certificates contest that rewards a total of $75,000 to the top 10 Allan Katz can be reached at [email protected]. reason to rebuild South Louisiana as the region was for restaurants, hotel stays, spa visits, gift baskets, non-profit 501 (c)(3) organizations voted on by the Political JULY 2018 Vol. 27 No. 7 Kenner Star is a tabloid newspaper published monthly and is distributed by direct mail free to all registered Cantrell to face major test with monuments voter households in Kenner, numbering almost 20,000 households. An additional 2,000 copies are also distributed each month in high traffic locations in Kenner. By Jeff Crouere developed some recommendations on how to handle These attacks against history are not limited Publisher the monuments. For example, the committee to the Confederacy or to New Orleans. Recently, Kenner Star, Inc. The new mayor recommended sending the Jefferson Davis the home of U.S. President Andrew Jackson, The Editor of New Orleans, monument to Biloxi, Mississippi to be displayed at Hermitage, in Nashville, Tennessee was vandalized. Allan Katz LaToya Cantrell, has Beauvoir, his former home on the coast. Regarding It marked the first time in the long history of The Managing Editor/Marketing Director been saddled with the statues of General Robert E. Lee and General Hermitage that it was attacked. Candy Lovitt many problems, courtesy of Mitch Landrieu, her self- P.G.T. Beauregard, the committee recommended that All of this hate was initially unleashed by Mitch Contributing Writers serving predecessor. There is the ongoing crime crisis, they be displayed at Greenwood Cemetery, near I-10 Landrieu, who created a divisive and unfortunate Cade Brumley highlighted by the city’s murder rate, which is the on Canal Boulevard. nationwide campaign against history. In the past three Mohammad Cheema, M.D. Marie Clesi highest in the South, per capita. The committee reviewed dozens of different years, approximately 110 Confederate monuments Jeff Crouere Cantrell is also facing a sewerage and water proposals but decided on a compromise solution have been removed throughout the country. The Dan Dormady board debacle which became much worse during the that should be agreeable to most of the people of activists have been emboldened by their success and Mike Garms Landrieu years. In addition, she faces the ongoing New Orleans. While many impassioned supporters they will not be stopping anytime soon. Michael Glaser problems of potholes, homelessness, blight, drugs, maintain that the monuments should be restored to As we examine the legacy of Mitch Landrieu, the Alexandra Goodwin Craig Goodwin poverty and the high unemployment rate, especially their previous positions, Mayor Cantrell insisted that effort at historical cleansing needs to be included. It Linda R. Martin among African-American males. such an option is not possible. is the reason that many prominent Democrats are Chad Pitfield Most of these troubles create challenges for On the other side, monument opponents in considering Landrieu as a presidential candidate. It Dennis E. Rinck, Jr. every mayor of New Orleans. Unfortunately, this the group “Take ‘Em Down NOLA,” led by reputed is also a reason why liberal journalists love Landrieu Stephen Robinson, Jr. mayor has a new dilemma that was initiated by Mitch communist-sympathizer Malcolm Suber, want the and always give him a platform to spew his self-serving Rafael E. Saddy Ken Trahan Landrieu. She needs to decide what to do with the four monuments completely removed from New Orleans. rhetoric. Guy Williams Confederate monuments that were removed last year. This group also wants dozens of other statues The cost of his ego-maniacal campaign has been Christina Sulli Wilson Landrieu promised a solution for the monuments, but eradicated and a large number of street and school the support of many of his former constituents in New Ben Zahn he failed to keep his commitment to the people of New names changed in a bid to remake New Orleans into a Orleans. The people who know Mitch Landrieu the Scott Zimmerman Orleans. In addition, Landrieu created eyesores at the bastion of political correctness. best see him as a man willing to erase history and Copy Editors former monument sites. The new mayor needs to Hopefully, Mayor Cantrell will not listen to divide his city to further his political career. Melissa Drake decide how the former sites, including the prominent radicals who are led by a communist with no roots Today, it is incumbent on Mayor Cantrell to Monica Zeringue Lee Circle location, will be remodeled. in New Orleans. Let’s also hope she does not listen to attempt to heal the wounds that were created and Distribution Manager Bryan Dormady Due to Landrieu’s political ambitions, a the local liberals in the media who oppose the plan resolve this issue, so she can focus on solving so many Confederate monument debate and controversy was to return the monuments to public display in New of the deeply rooted problems that were ignored by Graphic Design Trevor Sprague created. Previously, the monuments were standing Orleans. These activists, masquerading as journalists, her predecessor. Printing with almost no public comment for over 100 years. believe such a plan would be an affront to the citizens Baton Rouge Press © 2018 Kenner Star, Inc. Since 1978, four African-Americans served as mayor of such a “progressive and diverse” city. Jeff Crouere is a native New Orleanian and his All Rights Reserved of New Orleans, as well as a number of African- Yes, New Orleans is a diverse city and in such award-winning program, “Ringside Politics” airs locally Americans who served as legislators and council a place, there should be a recognition of a 300-year at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and at 10:00 p.m. Sundays on PBS KENNER STAR members and a long serving U.S. Congressman. None history and an appreciation for priceless monuments affiliate WLAE-TV, Channel 32, and from 7:00 a.m. until P.O. Box 641654 • Kenner, LA 70064 of these elected officials were vocal in their opposition designed by world class sculptors. Mayor Cantrell can 11:00 a.m. weekdays on radio station WGSO 990 AM and Phone 468-9125 Email: [email protected] to the monuments. It all started with Mitch Landrieu resolve this issue, bring people together and right a www.Wgso.com. Crouere, a political columnist, is the and it resulted in a tremendous headache for Mayor tremendous wrong created by Mitch Landrieu by author of “America’s Last Chance” and provides regular The content of all theme-based columns, written by respective professionals in this newspaper, Cantrell in these early days of her new administration. following the recommendations of her committee and commentaries on the Jeff Crouere YouTube channel and is in no way intended to render advice, suggest a course of action, or take the place of an individual To her credit, Cantrell convened a committee returning the Lee and Beauregard statues to public on www.JeffCrouere.com. For more information, email consultation regarding that subject matter. of community activists and preservationists who display in New Orleans. Crouere at [email protected]. 6 JULY 2018 KENNER STR Government
Rivertown offers family fun Here’s the schedule: The Farmers Market is from 9:00 a.m. to July 6 1:00 p.m. every Saturday at LaSalle’s Landing – at By Ben Zahn – Kenner Mayor 8 p.m. – Laser Genesis – featuring the top hits of Williams Boulevard and the river. If you haven’t Genesis been to the market since our collaboration with the This month offers Lite Show every Friday during the month at the 9 p.m. – Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon – one of Crescent City Farmers Market and grand re-opening, some great opportunities Planetarium MegaDome Cinema located at 2020 the top-selling albums of all time you’ll be impressed by the collection of fresh, to explore and enjoy Fourth Street. Tickets are just $5 per person per July 13 seasonal fruits and vegetables, breads and pastries Rivertown, which has show. 8 p.m. – Laser Retro – showcasing some of the top and so much more. For more information, go to www. seen some significant upgrades in the past year. There will be two shows every week – one at pop music from the 1980s. cresecentcityfarmersmarket.org. That includes an expanded Farmers Market, 8:00 p.m. and a second at 9:00 p.m. The featured 9 p.m. – Laser Zeppelin – the greatest hits of super- Our new Rivertown Artist Talk Series started up thanks to our new collaboration with the Crescent music comes from some of the top-selling bands and group Led-Zeppelin in June and continues every month. Please check the City Farmers Market, one new restaurant – Fleur de albums in rock history. July 20 city of Kenner Facebook Page for details on the artist Lily, and the expected arrival soon of a second new The box office opens at 7:30 p.m. for all of the 8 p.m. – Laser Rock – head-banging rock favorites of the month and the time and location of the July restaurant, Porch and Patio. shows this month – there is no advanced ticket sales 9 p.m. – Pink Floyd’s The Wall – another album that Artist Talk event. Of course, July features our annual Laser available. For more information, call 468-7231. is among the most popular of all time You can keep track of what’s going on in July 27 Rivertown and throughout Kenner by following 8 p.m. – Laser Metallica – heavy metal and more the city’s official Facebook Page at https://www. heavy metal facebook.com/officialcityofkennergovernment and 9 p.m. Rush 2112 – a new show added to the Late twitter page, @CityofKenner. There’s also plenty to
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laser lite shows and to also visit the planetarium and page, @Kenner_TV.
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2321 West Esplanade P PO-BOYS r between ne New Kenner Recreation Director of Ken Power & Williams Family owned and operated since 1975 M-Th 11-7:30 promises major renovations, Fri 11-8:30 new ideas for department www.parranspoboys.com Sat 11-8 By Chad Pitfield – Kenner Parks and Recreation Director
Parrans 1/8_0316.indd 1 2/27/16 9:30 AM As a Kenner events like Uncle Sam Jam. native, and someone The mayor and I share the same goal of who grew up playing sports at Greenlawn Playground, providing Kenner residents with the Recreation I am excited and proud to be the director of the city’s Department they deserve. Parks and Recreation Department. So far, we have been evaluating current programs I bring a love of sports, extensive administrative to make sure we’re providing the very best to our experience from a career in law enforcement and participants. At the same time, we’ve been inspecting the ability to organize and put on major events all facilities, making some repairs and improvements as the former president of the Board of Patrons of along the way. Recent repairs have been completed at Lafreniere Park. City Park and more are on the way. My law enforcement experience spans 21 years We are in the planning stages of some major and includes time spent with the Kenner Police renovations to our Leisure Services facilities, including Department, St. Charles Sheriff’s Office and Jefferson the Kenner Dance Academy and Fassbender Center. Parish Sheriff’s Office. Of course, we’ve also been very busy with baseball, I first worked in Kenner as a fingerprint dancing, summer camp, splash park and other leisure examiner and crime scene technician, then joined activities. I am so excited to work with Mayor Zahn and St. Charles in 2006 as a crime scene technician. In our team in the Recreation Department to continue 2007, I joined JPSO as a fingerprint examiner and providing these great services to our citizens. also worked as Crime Scene Supervisor and Crime For the future, we’re developing some new Scene Commander. I attained the rank of major and ideas for Kenner Recreation, as we strive to was the Laboratory Services Commander before “Recreate Fun!” leaving in May to take this job. Mayor Ben Zahn and I worked together while he Kenner Parks and Recreation Director Chad was the District 4 Jefferson Parish councilman and I Pitfield can be reached at 468-7211 or atrecreation@ was president of the Patrons of Lafreniere Park. The kenner.la.us. Kenner Parks and Recreation office is park was in his district, and we closely collaborated on located at 1905 24th Street. Three KFD firefighters retire after 34-year careers On June 18, 2018, Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn, protect the residents of Kenner,” said Mayor Zahn. Kenner Police Chief Mike Glaser and members “We greatly appreciate what our firefighters do of the Kenner City Council honored three Kenner on a daily basis in the city – as well as our police Fire Department firefighters, Michael Joseph Dunn, officers and other city employees. Congratulations Daniel Kevin King and Daniel Barto Lanier III, who to these firefighters and best wishes for all three in recently retired following 34-year careers. All started retirement.” service in 1984. Dunn retired in January 2018 as district fire chief. “For more than three decades, these three Both King and Lanier retired in March 2018. King was a firefighters risked their lives on a daily basis to fire driver and Lanier was a district fire chief. KENNER STR JULY 2018 7 Police Stopping a stalker
By Michael Glaser – Kenner Police Chief Keep your cell phone with you at all times, even confrontations. (The Kenner Police Department inside your home, in case the stalker cuts your land offers women’s self-defense classes; call 712-2294 for Each year, many the more you give the stalker what he or she is lines. more information.) American men and seeking. If you think you are being followed, make Only accept personally ordered packages. You women fall victim Get a dog. This is one of the least expensive and four left or right turns in a row. If you are still don’t want to accept the stalker in any way. to a stalker. It is most effective alarm systems. being followed, drive directly to the Kenner Police important that you Block your address at the state department of Department or your nearest local police/sheriff’s Kenner Police Chief Glaser can be reached know what to do if you are being stalked. motor vehicles and parish registrar of voter’s offices. department. by email at [email protected]. Visit the Kenner A stalker can be someone you know well, such Unless blocked, anyone can find out where you live. Document all occurrences with the stalker. Police Department website at www.kennerpd.com. as a former intimate relationship or a co-worker. A Get a post office box. Never give out your home This includes voice mail, social media, letters, gifts, Download the free Kenner Police Department stalker can also be dangerous, even if they seem address or phone number. drive-bys, etc. mobile app for both Apple and Android devices and harmless at first. Never change your phone number. If you close Block the stalker from all of your social media access the Kenner Police Department Facebook and I urge you to review the following tips in case off one form of communication, the stalker often accounts whenever possible. Twitter pages for the latest updated crime, traffic you or a family member is stalked. Also, please don’t finds another that could be worse. Take a self-defense class. It teaches you to and other law enforcement-related information. hesitate to call the Kenner Police Department for Get an unlisted phone line and give the number become more aware of your surroundings and avoid other options. Be prepared. Don’t become a victim to everyone except the stalker. Always let your voice of stalking. mail pick up the old line. This way, you can monitor The stalker is looking for a response from you. the stalker’s attempts to reach you without having to Say “no” once and only once. The more you respond, answer a phone. Now at Georgy’s! Facials Kenner Police Officers recognized for outstanding contributions
On June 12, 2018, Kenner Police Chief Michael A KPD Medal of Merit is an award granted in Glaser and Kenner Police Commander of Operations cases where a member has exposed him/herself to Deputy Chief Robert Meyer awarded 49 Kenner great bodily harm, performing a brave act beyond the Police Officers with recognition of outstanding call of duty or a member has acted in an emergency, SLEEP CENTER of NEW ORLEANS Treating adults and children contributions to the Kenner Police Department at resulting in the saving of a life of another person “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 a ceremony held at the Rivertown Theaters for the or a member has performed an extraordinary duty, mood and concentration, by implementing evidence based sleep medicine.” - Mohammad Cheema, M.D. Performing Arts. reasonably believing that, in the performance of this
“It’s my honor to recognize the officers who duty, his/her life is in danger. 465.9590 • www.georgyssalonspa.com • 701 West Esplanade Avenue • Kenner, Louisiana 70065 4232 Williams Blvd. Suite #108 * Kenner have performed above the routine call of duty for A KPD Letter of Commendation is a citation 405-5582 the citizens of Kenner,” said Kenner Police Chief issued to any member who has rendered a service Michael Glaser. which has reflected credit upon him/herself and Jesse Johnson and Vincent Miranti were upon the department. Letters may include but awarded the KPD Letter of Recognition and two shall not be limited to outstanding criminal arrests Sleep Center of New Orleans KPD Letters of Commendation. resulting from the initiative of the member, an Treating adults and children Receiving the KPD Letter of Recognition and outstanding arrest or solution of an offense through
KPD Letter of Commendation were Peter Foltz, follow-up investigation or any action taken by the
Bryan Weiter and Harold Pendergast. member, outside the scope of routine duties which SCONO has one focus: How you can sleep
Joann Gallagher was awarded two KPD Letters brings credit to the member and the Kenner Police M – TH Open 8:30 - 4:30 Fri & Sat –By appointment only better at night. Healthy sleep leads to a healthy of Commendation and a KPD Medal of Merit. Department. CALL TODAY FOR AN EVALUATION
Awarded two KPD Letters of Commendation A KPD Letter of Recognition is a citation Evaluationlife. and We treatment want of sleep disorders to improve your productivity Sleep-related breathing disorders (Sleep apnea) were Zachary Dubourg, Eric Hill and George issued to a member in recognition of continuous Circadian rhythm sleep disorder Excessiveat daytimework sleepiness or school, enhance your mood and Hoffman. outstanding service, where the member has Narcolepsy with cataplexy Restless leg syndrome Receiving the KPD Letter of Recognition were brought credit to the Kenner Police Department Insomniaconcentration, by implementing evidence-based
Jeffrey Adams, Kevin Ballard, Craig Blair, Arthur by consistency of performance. Letters may include, sleep medicine.” Coll, Devin Diedling, Nicholas Engler, Brian Fogarty, but not be limited to dedication to duty, loyalty to - Mohammad Cheema, M.D. Kathleen Fronczak, Alejandro Galvez, Matthew the service, commendable action taken on behalf of Glapion, Wayne Glaser, Dale Gros, Donald Herrmann, the department or continuous performance of duty Call us today if you Mike Jackson, Henry Kirsch, Mark McCormick, Brian which exceeds normal standards, etc. answer yes to 2 or more. CALL TODAY FOR AN EVALUATION OF McGregor, Jimmie Martin, Ricky Pabst, Bradley Kenner Chief of Police Michael Glaser may Ricke, Emile Sanchez, Aaron Savoie, Byron Schilling, confer upon any citizen, including law enforcement • Sleep-r elated breathing disorders Adam Schouest, Jessica Schriber and Keith Seals. and public officials of another agency, KPD Citizen Snore (Sleep apnea) Awarded the KPD Letter of Commendation awards and citations for such things as acts of heroism o o or n one o no nore were Sean Carl Carson, Cory Castin, Brandon Davis, or bravery, preserving or protecting human life with re • Circadian rhythm sleep disorder Alex Decay, Hilmer Hermann, Billy Hingle, Shane or without exposing oneself to danger, outstanding o o fee re r n e Hollis, Keenan Jackson, Russell Moran and Chad service to the community or a governmental agency, • Excessive daytime sleepiness Stroyewski. involvement in the furtherance of crime prevention, O er e ne • Narcolepsy with cataplexy Receiving the KPD Medal of Merit was Taylor service to the department in a voluntary status or S o re n r n e n Arrington. cooperation or assistance granted the department Pre re • Restless leg syndrome SP S Karen Mottley received a KPD Letter of in the furtherance of law enforcement or public O S o o e S P Y Recognition Citizen Award and Molly Ellis received a safety. The type of award or citation will depend on oo re re • Insomnia P S KPD Letter of Commendation Citizen Award. the degree of the individual’s direct involvement An award was presented from the U. S. in a commendable act and the characteristics or Secret Service to Edward Rohde for outstanding nature of the individual’s actions which contributed - P S OS O OP performance and being the top producer in number to the resolution of a community problem or were of M-TH OPEN 8:30-4:30 S P of cases handled each of the last two years in the service to the department or the community. 4232 WILLIAMS BLVD. SUITE #108 • KENNER P S P S field of forensics. WWW.MYSCONO.COM or WWW.SLEEP4MYKIDS.COM 8 JULY 2018 KENNER STR Government We’re more than just a great rate Bank-issued, FDIC-insured Jefferson Parish Justice of the Peace Centanni Minimum deposit $1,000 % elected president of statewide association 1 - Year APY* 2.35 5/22/18 Jefferson Parish Justice of the Peace Kevin issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit J. Centanni was elected president of the Louisiana www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and Justice of the Peace and Constables Association, an price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC organization that has the authority to represent over insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields 750 elected justices of the peace and constables quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest across Louisiana. CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC). Centanni, who has served as justice of the peace in the 6th Justice Court since 1997, a district Christina S Wilson www.edwardjones.com that includes Kenner, Harahan, River Ridge and Financial Advisor M ember SIPC . parts of Metairie, was re-elected three times without Lakeside Shopping Center opposition. As justice of the peace, Judge Centanni 3301 Veterans Blvd Suite 205 presides over small claims civil suit cases, landlord/ Metairie, LA 70002 tenant eviction court cases, serves as a committing 504-831-3499 magistrate for state criminal charges and performs weddings. Centanni has served the organization as past I am proud to serve as the association’s president. vice president. Centanni presently serves as a board Our goal is to create greater efficiencies on managing We Shop For You! member of the Jefferson Parish Human Services these important offices and to create uniform policies Authority which is the state/parish agency providing for all justices and constables to follow.” HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE behavioral health, developmental disabilities and Centanni is a graduate of Archbishop Rummel Homeowners insurance provides fully integrated primary care services to children, High School and Southeastern Louisiana University coverage for your home and personal adolescents, adults and families who are residents of where he earned his bachelor of arts degree in Jefferson Parish. Centanni is a past member of the city business administration. Centanni has completed belongings. Liability coverage is another of Kenner Mayor’s Economic Development Committee more than 25 certification programs from the critical component. as past chairman of the Laketown/Rivertown Working Louisiana Department of Justice annual training Single Family Homes Condominiums Group and past chairman of the Rivertown Advisory school and graduated from Tulane University’s Committee appointed by the Kenner City Council. Government Executive program. Rental Properties Much More Centanni also served as a member of the Louisiana Before becoming a judge, Centanni served as Supreme Court Judicial Council Long Term Planning chief executive officer, chief operating officer and 467-0800 Subcommittee. Centanni is the former chairman director of human resources for insurance agency of the East Jefferson American Red Cross Advisory Aparicio, Walker and Seeling, Inc. Centanni, formerly Board and is a member of the East Jefferson Italian the personnel director for the city of Kenner from 1988 PROUDLY 3409 Williams Blvd. SINCE 1987 REPRESENTING www.guffeyinsurance.net American Society, Kenner Lions Club, Stoulig Council until 1995, led the city’s wastewater operations and of the Knights of Columbus, Jolly Jeff’s Dinner Club he served as an administrative aide on the Jefferson
u e 0516.indd 1 4 16 7 6 and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Parish Council. Centanni was also an investigator for Said Centanni, “This is a great honor to be the Jefferson Parish District Attorney’s Consumer selected by your peers to lead this vital organization. Protection and Fraud Division. Community Celebrating 20 Years! Jefferson Council on Aging to host annual “Senior Moments” fundraiser
The Jefferson Council on Aging (JCOA) is JCOA provides the guidance, empowerment gearing up for its seventh annual fundraiser, Senior and support that Jefferson seniors need to ensure OPEN SATURDAYS 8 TO NOON Moments, which will be held on Saturday, August 25, that the seniors of Jefferson Parish age with dignity 2018, from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 pm. A patron party prior and independence in the place and manner of their Tires • Alignments to the event will start at 7:00 p.m. The event will be choice. A non-profit 501(c)3 organization, JCOA’s Balancing • Oil Changes held at Chateau Golf and Country Club, located at services include home-delivered meals, in-home 3600 Chateau Boulevard in Kenner. care such as bathing and housekeeping, senior Shocks • Air Conditioner The Senior Moments event will feature employment, transportation and social engagement Work Struts • Brake Service entertainment by the local band, Lost in the 60s, and wellness activities at 10 senior centers Batteries • Belts • Hoses playing 1960s favorites from The Beatles and the throughout Jefferson Parish. Beach Boys. Patron tickets are $175 per person or $300 Tune-Ups • CV Joints The gala will begin with dinner along with an per couple and general admission Senior Moments Fuel Injection Cleaning open bar in the grand ballroom where guests will tickets are $75 per person or $130 per couple. 4200 Williams Blvd. enjoy an extensive silent auction featuring unique Sponsorship levels start at $500. 465-1312 experiences, entertainment and fine jewelry. Some For more information or to purchase tickets, auction items of note include a basketball signed by call the Jefferson Council on Aging at 207-4691, 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. New Orleans Pelican basketball star Anthony Davis email [email protected] or visit www.jcoa.net/senior- Monday - Friday and two tickets to a New Orleans Saints football moments. www.scottystireandauto.com game with admission throughout the game to the All proceeds will directly benefit the programs broadcast room. and services of the Jefferson Council on Aging. SE HABLA ESPAÑOL KENNER STR JULY 2018 9 Health Donate to Access to high quality stroke care Auctions in August & Benefit Your Favorite Non-Profit! in your neighborhood AUCTIONS IN AUGUST is a win-win deal! Donors are recognized By Stephen Robinson, Jr. for the entire month of August, and the non-profits receive 100% of the funds raised. Individuals, businesses, and non-profits are encouraged to Every 40 seconds patients and families we serve each and every day. make donations now and designate the non-profit to receive 100% of someone in America We believe everyone deserves the highest quality has a stroke. Having access to high quality stroke of care possible, regardless of physical location. To the funds. care in your neighborhood is an incredible resource increase access to high quality stroke care, Ochsner For information visit AUCTIONSINAUGUST.COM or ask a banker. that saves more than time – it can save lives. partners with more than 58 participating hospitals Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner is proud to throughout Louisiana and Mississippi in a unique be a local resource for high quality stroke care. At Telestroke Program, which joins experts from both s Ochsner, we take a multidisciplinary approach, which facilities to consult immediately with Ochsner vascular DONATE: s encompasses everything from inpatient and outpatient neurologists 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days Music physical to occupational and speech rehabilitation to our a year, using telemedicine equipment to determine the Gift cCaationrds stay innovative at home follow-up education program. best treatment options for stroke patients. Va askets of all Sort Recently, Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner was Remember – every moment matters during a Gift B recognized with The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of stroke. We’re proud to offer this life-saving resource to Pet Services & Supplieses Approval and the American Heart Association/American our community. ar Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Décor & Housew Certification for Primary Stroke Centers. To qualify, Stephen Robinson is the chief executive officer abilia Ochsner underwent a rigorous onsite review, which of Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner and holds a Sport Memor evaluated the stroke program’s compliance with stroke- master’s degree in healthcare administration from And Much More! related standards and requirements. The hospital’s Tulane University, School of Public Health, as well as management of its stroke program, including the a bachelor’s degree from Tulane University. Robinson delivery of clinical care and performance improvement is a fellow in the American College of Healthcare were also assessed. Executives and has previously served on the United It is truly humbling for the team at Ochsner Medical Way Leadership Council for St. Tammany Parish, Center-Kenner to be recognized nationally for ongoing work the North Shore Business Council, as well as the with stroke care. Our number one priority is the overall North Shore Healthcare Alliance. To schedule an wellbeing of our patients and we hold an unwavering appointment at Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner or for Auctions in August is held the entire month commitment to making a difference in the lives of the more information, call 468-8600. of August. All proceeds benefit designated non-profits. Do you act out your dreams? 800.223.2060 | GULFBANK.COM By Mohammad Cheema, M.D. GCB_AIA_KSqtrpgad_x8346.indd 1 6/8/18 1:26 PM Don’t Bust Your Budget During an average eliminate the disorder approximately 90 percent of the time. night’s sleep, we may go That advantage of this medication is that people do not through stages of sleep usually develop a tolerance for the drug even over a period with a New Vehicle! that help us dream of years. Other medications like antidepressants or melatonin and build memory. Our may also be used to help reduce the violent behavior if this Our Family Works Hard to Bring You High Quality Workmanship sleep normally involves modality is unsuccessful. However, the patient should be transitions between three different stages – wakefulness, educated and instructed to make the bedroom environment ission • D non-rapid eye movement (N-REM) and rapid eye movement safe by removing all sharp and breakable objects. sm enn an is Tr A AUTOMATIC u (REM) sleep. 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By Craig Goodwin prescribed exercises. When a needle is inserted into the skin tissue, a small pinprick sensation is felt. Depending Dry needling has on the area targeted for treatment, muscle spasms, such become a standard as a twitch or ache, are common initial responses. This is a FREE FREE treatment method normal sensation and typically means you will experience SHOP in medicine for pain relief from your symptoms. Occasionally, symptoms of ADMISSION ADMISSION management. So, what reproduced pain will occur upon insertion of the needle, exactly is dry needling? confirming the trigger point as being the cause of the pain. 27TH ANNUAL Performing dry needling may appear similar to that Dry needling allows access to deeper parts of the of an acupuncture session, but the success behind a dry muscle tissue than what hands can normally target. The needling treatment is due to difference in methodology. procedure of inserting a needle into the tissue has a positive The principles behind the traditional Eastern medicine effect on the electrical and chemical communications of of acupuncture target energy meridians not necessarily the nervous system. It inhibits the transmission of pain prescribed to one specific organ or tissues of the body. The signals in the spinal cord and helps our brains release singular quality these two treatments have in common is our own pain-relieving chemicals. It is theorized that dry in the needle itself – a solid filament needle. Dry needling needling also stimulates the release of endogenous opioids, Holly Daze targets specific areas in the muscle tissue for muscle initiating a new healing process. restoration, relief and regaining proper functionality. The conditions that benefit from treatments of The term “dry” refers to the fact that no substance is dry needling share a potential to possible impairments Arts, Crafts & Boutique Market being injected, the needle itself is used to mechanically in body structure, pain and functional limitations such stimulate the body part. as range of motion. Joint dysfunction, disk pathology, To address muscle tightness, a needle is inserted tendonitis, migraines, carpal tunnel syndrome, spinal PONTCHARTRAIN CENTER into the tight bands of the muscle, also known as a trigger dysfunction, whiplash associated disorders, pelvic pain point, including the myofascial. A trigger point can be and radiculopathies, among others, are conditions known WILLIAMS BLVD • KENNER tender, sore to the touch and refer pain to other areas to benefit from dry needling therapy. of the body. Physical therapists utilize dry needling with the goal of releasing trigger points and thus relieving pain. Craig Goodwin, physical therapist, is president of Kenner SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10AM-5PM After treatment muscle activity dramatically reduces, Orthopedic and Sports Therapy located at 3921 Williams Boulevard resulting in relaxation. Decrease in pain is the result of in Kenner and at two other locations in Metairie and on the West muscle compression removed on the joint, nerve and Bank. Goodwin graduated from LSU Medical School Department JULY 14-15 vascular tissue. of Allied Health Department of Physical Therapy in 1987. The Dry needling does not replace the hands-on approach professionals at Kenner Orthopedic and Sports Therapy can be Homemade fudge, Christmas items, dolls, wearables, to physical therapy but is another specific tool that aids contacted via email at [email protected] or by visiting www. in reducing the patient’s pain to better tolerate their orthosportstherapy.com. Alexandra Goodwin is co-author and pottery, jewelry, paintings, stained glass, baskets, contributing writer to the Kenner Orthopedic column. florals, crafts, candles, leather, wood Finance Give your family Peace Of Mind Today Work toward your own financial Pre-planning your funeral should be a natural part of life, because “Independence Day” it provides you with time to make end-of-life decisions in a By Christina Sulli Wilson calm and rational atmosphere We’re getting close burden, the less you can invest for your retirement. It’s to the Fourth of July, our not always easy to lower your debt load but do the best Call Today: 466-8577 national Independence Day. This celebration may get you you can to live within your means. A second pothole comes thinking of the many freedoms you enjoy. But have you in the form of large, unexpected short-term costs, such thought of what you might need to do to attain financial as a major home or auto repair or a medical bill not fully freedom? covered by insurance. To avoid dipping into your long-term Your first step is to define what financial investments to pay for these short-term costs, try to build independence signifies to you. For many people, it means an emergency fund containing six months to a year’s worth being able to retire when they want to and to enjoy a of living expenses, with the money kept in a liquid, low-risk comfortable retirement lifestyle. So, if this is your vision as account. well, consider taking the following steps. Give yourself some wiggle room. If you decide that Pay yourself first. If you wait until you have some to achieve financial independence, you must retire at 62 or extra money “lying around” before you invest for retirement, you must buy a vacation home by the beach, you may feel you may never get around to doing it. Instead, pay yourself disappointed if you fall short of these goals. But if you’re first. This actually is not that hard to do, especially if you prepared to accept some flexibility in your plans – perhaps have a 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement you can work until 65 or just rent a vacation home for the plan, because your contributions are taken directly from summer – you may be able to earn a different, but still your paycheck, before you even have the chance to spend acceptable financial freedom. And by working a couple of the money. You can set up a similar arrangement with an extra years or paying less for your vacation home expenses, IRA by having automatic contributions taken directly from you may also improve your overall financial picture. your checking or savings account. Putting these and other moves to work can help Invest appropriately. Your investment decisions you keep moving toward your important goals. When you should be guided by your time horizon, risk tolerance and eventually reach your own “Financial Independence Day,” retirement goals. If you deviate from these guideposts – for it may not warrant a fireworks display – but it should instance, by taking on either too much or too little risk – certainly add some sparkle to your life. you may end up making decisions that aren’t right for you and that may set you back as you pursue your financial Christina Sulli Wilson is a financial advisor with independence. Edward Jones. Wilson’s office is located in Lakeside Avoid financial “potholes.”The road to financial Shopping Center, 3301 Veterans Boulevard, Suite 205 in liberty will always be marked with potholes you should Metairie. Wilson can be reached at 831-3499 or Christina. avoid. One such pothole is debt – the higher your debt [email protected]. KENNER STR JULY 2018 11 Sports Saints Hall of Fame announces Moore, Thomas, Hebert; stages successful events By Ken Trahan of the law firm of Heller, Draper, Patrick, Horn and and Willie Roaf were on hand, along with Saints Hall Ken Trahan serves as owner and chief executive Manthy, Kevin Mmahat of Mid-South Coatings, Martin of Fame inductees Dombrowski, Hilliard, Hughes, officer ofCrescentCitySports.com and as sports With its origins Buras and Jordan Eagan. Jackson, Lewis and Roaf. director of WGSO, 990 AM. Trahan hosts sports talk in Kenner for its first New Orleans Saints Executive Vice President Saints alumni participating included Chuck shows nightly as well as “Ken Trahan’s Original Prep 20 years, the Saints and General Manager Mickey Loomis led the third- Commiskey, Brad Edelman Skyler Green, Larry Report” on Friday nights during the football season Hall of Fame Museum place team sponsored by Chateau Café which also and “The Three Tailgaters Show” with Ed Daniels Hardy, Steve Korte, Legette, Derrick Lewis, Mike continues to thrive in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. included Desi Vega of steakhouse fame, along with and Rick Gaille Saturday mornings from 10:00 McKenzie, Mel Mitchell, Vernon Perry, Tom Roussel, Now 30 years and running, the non-profit Robbie Hazard and Sal Gambino. They posted a score a.m. until noon. Trahan is the general manager of museum recently announced its Saints Hall of Fame of 18-under-par. Mike Strachan and Emmanuel Zanders. the Saints Hall of Fame Museum in the Mercedes- Class of 2018 as former wide receiver Lance Moore, The team anchored by Saints Hall of Fame The weekend was sponsored by the New Benz Superdome and does morning sports for all former running back Pierre Thomas and long- inductee Stan Brock tied for third. Brock was joined Orleans Saints, the Saints Hall of Fame, The city of four Cumulus radio stations in the New Orleans time Saints photographer Michael C. Hebert were by Gerald Adams, James Hunter, Mark Baker and Biloxi, The Biloxi Shuckers Beau Rivage Resort and area. Trahan serves as the president of Joyful Noise introduced at a press conference on June 14, 2018, Chris Wilson. Casino and IP Casino Report Spa. Ministries and works with Life Resources Ministries. at the New Orleans Saints facility in Metairie. Darrah Schaefer of United HealthCare won the The Saints Hall of Fame induction/gala “Closest to the Hole” competition on the seventh hole will take place on Friday, September 14 at 7:00 with a drive coming within seven feet, 11 inches of p.m. at Club XLIV at Champions Square. Catered the hole. by 39 restaurants and caterers, tickets are $75 New Orleans Pelicans head coach Alvin Gentry each. For more information call 471-2192 or go to was among the other participants while other Saints SaintsHallofFame.com. Hall of Fame inductees who played included Hoby 2151 Williams Blvd. T E W S Moore, 5-9, 185, was one of the most prolific Brenner, Jim Dombrowski, Dalton Hilliard, Tyrone wideouts in franchise history. He played nine seasons Hughes, Joe Johnson, Michael Lewis and Jim Wilks. 469-3503 • www.theicehousekenner.com with the Saints from 2005 to 2013 after starting his Other former Saints players on hand included career as an undrafted free agent out of Toledo in 2005, Chuck Commiskey, Tyrone Legette, Whitney Paul, appeared in 101 games and recorded 346 receptions Reggie Jones and Fred McAfee. for 4,281 yards (12.4 avg.) with 38 touchdown grabs The tournament included a taste of New Orleans, CAJUNLAND 24 PACK 12 OZ. and adding one rushing touchdown. The Westerville, featuring 24 restaurants and caterers from throughout Ohio native is ranked fifth in club record books in the New Orleans area. receptions, seventh in receiving yardage, fifth in Current New Orleans Saints on hand included SUITCASE touchdown receptions, ninth in total touchdowns (39) Alvin Kamara, Demario Davis, Trey Hendrickson, Bu and ninth in 100-yard receiving games (8). Michael Hoomanawanui, Zach Line, Wil Lutz, Thomas Coors ite Thomas, 5-11, 215, was originally signed as an Morstead, David Onyemata, Craig Robertson, Jonathan 99 Bu ite 99 undrafted free agent by New Orleans in 2007 out of Williams and Zach Wood. 6. i er ite Illinois. The Chicago native appeared in 105 games Proceeds from the event benefit the non-profit 20. with 41 starts over eight seasons with the Saints Saints Hall of Fame Museum, located at Gate B on the from 2007 to 2014. He accumulated 3,745 yards Plaza level of the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. and 28 touchdowns on 818 rush attempts (4.6 avg.) The third annual Saints Hall of Fame weekend TOP OFF YOUR TANK and added 2,608 yards and 12 touchdowns on 327 in Biloxi turned out to be very successful. On Thursday 20 Pack receptions. On his way to a Super Bowl XLIV title night, June 14, the first Saints Hall of Fame Auction/ Long Neck Bottles PROPANE in 2009, he rushed for 793 yards and six touchdowns Reception on the coast was held at IP Casino Resort bu bu i ht mi er ite an coors ite SOLD BY THE GALLON on 147 carries and caught 39 passes for 302 yards Spa with over 200 in attendance. and two touchdowns. He ranks fourth in franchise There were 22 items auctioned off, including a We’re your BOILING history on the team’s career rushing list (3,745 host of New Orleans Saints items, a few New Orleans 99 headquarters! yards), seventh on the team’s career scrimmage Pelicans items and several hotel packages. yard list (6,353) and eighth in total touchdowns (41). On Friday, June 15, the golf tournament at 18 . Hebert is in his year 22nd with the Saints beautiful Fallen Oak was won by the WIndance team organization and 36th as a professional photographer, captained by Dombrowski. The team consisted of John Monday - Thursday - 7 am - 6 pm • Friday and Saturday - 7 am - 7 pm having originally joined the club in 1997 as director of Carter, Jake Carter, Mickey D’Angelo and Jay Osbourne. Sunday • 8 am - 5 pm photography. A New Orleans native who is a graduate On Friday afternoon June 15, rained prohibited of Rummel High School and Tulane University, Hebert the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans began his work for the Saints after working as a sports from setting up all of the interactive displays but the photographer for clients such as the NFL, Sports adult football safety seminar went on as planned. A Illustrated, ESPN, Nike, Reebok, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, basketball interactive area set up by the Pelicans 4th of July Special General Motors, Porsche, Oakley, Harley Davidson, the was a new feature. NCAA, NASCAR, NBC, CBS, PGA and the NBA. That evening, the Biloxi Shuckers downed the A warm but good day greeted 162 golfers Mississippi Braves 5-0 to win the Southern League participating in the 26th Annual Saints Hall of Fame South Division first half title. Zack Brown moved to Celebrity Golf Classic Monday, May 21, taking place at 6-0 for the Shuckers, pitching a gem. Brown carried the new Bayou Oaks course at New Orleans City Park a no-hitter into the ninth inning. He got the first for the first time. two outs before allowing a bloop single to center to It was a pair of champions who often finish Daniel Lockhart to end the no-hit bid. Brown got the first in the minds and hearts of others through their final out for the win. significant accomplishments who emerged victorious A host of prominent New Orleans Saints in the end. alumni participated in all of the events. They were Pro Football Hall of Fame, New Orleans Saints introduced on June 14 at the auction/reception Ring of Honor and Saints Hall of Fame inductee Rickey and on June 15 on the field at MGM Park prior to Jackson captained the winning team sponsored by the the baseball game before signing autographs for Fore!Kids Foundation. patrons throughout the entire game. Tournament Director and Fore!Kids Foundation Those participating included current New CEO Steve Worthy, who does a superb job of running Orleans Saints Wil Lutz, David Onyemata and Zach the Zurich Classic annually, was joined by Jackson, Wood. Bart Dornier, Phillip Garrett and Todd McPherson as Pierre Thomas, who will be inducted into the they won by three strokes, posting a winning score of Saints Hall of Fame in September, participated 22-under-par in the scramble format event. along with New Orleans Saints and New Orleans The team, anchored by recently retired former Pelicans Executive Vice President and General Saints tackle Zach Strief, was second with a score of Manager Mickey Loomis. 19-under par. The team consisted of Tristan Manthey Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees Jackson 12 JULY 2018 KENNER STR Automotive Can your brake fluid go bad? can suggest a variety of issues, having a trusted point than DOT 4 but is silicone-based, which means mechanic perform a thorough brake diagnosis is it’s less susceptible to absorbing moisture like the By Scott Zimmerman your best course of action. Seasoned mechanics can glycol-based DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids. You need usually tell if fluid needs changing, as it will be dark use the fluid recommended for your vehicle because and murky. But, if in doubt, ask your mechanic for brake system damage can occur if you add DOT 5 Can brake fluid, brake lines and calipers when brake fluid boils, and more proof than an eyeball test. fluid to a vehicle that specifies DOT 3 or 4. go bad? Yes, it sure because gas is compressible and brake fluid shouldn’t You can check brake fluid levels yourself by Fresh fluid is necessary because, in addition to can. You probably will be, the brake pedal travels farther, feels spongier and locating the car’s brake master cylinder reservoir. affecting brake performance, contaminated brake not be able to tell if braking is less effective. The reservoir that holds the brake fluid is typically fluid with water can also cause corrosion over time it has gone bad just by looking at it but it is easy to How to check brake fluid level located under the hood on the driver’s side near the and you may need to replace rusted components in check for the proper level of fluid because most cars Some manufacturers recommend changing firewall. The reservoirs are often clear, but years and the brake system. have under the hood a see-through master cylinder your car’s brake fluid as often as every two years to tens of thousands of miles of driving means you might When it comes to brakes, it’s better to be safe reservoir for brake fluid. prevent contamination. Others have longer intervals have to scrub engine grime and dirt off the reservoir than sorry. Braking systems are hydraulic and filled and some make no recommendation about changing to get an accurate look at the level, which should be with fluid. Brake fluid absorbs water over time, brake fluid. Owners should consult their vehicle’s near the full mark. Low brake fluid could mean a few Scott Zimmerman is the owner of Scotty’s Tire particularly in areas with high humidity, when owner’s manual to see what the manufacturer things as mentioned above, including issues such as and Automotive, Inc., a family-owned and operated moisture seeps through a car’s rubber hoses and recommends. If you’re unsure what to do, consult a the brake pads being worn or there is a leak. full-service tire and automotive shop, located at seals. Water reduces the boiling point of brake fluid, repair shop and ask them to test your brake fluid. How to choose which type of brake fluid 4200 Williams Boulevard in Kenner. Store hours are and in situations that put high demands on your One sign that your brake fluid is contaminated There are three types of brake fluid – DOT 3, 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday and brakes, such as mountain driving, towing or making with water is that your brake pedal will have more DOT 4 and DOT 5. DOT 4 has a higher boiling point 8:00 a.m. until noon on Saturdays. Scotty’s website repeated hard stops, the fluid can become so hot that travel than normal. That could also be a sign that your than DOT 3 and may be a good addition for heavy is www.scottystireauto.com. it impairs stopping ability or causes temporary loss fluid level is low, the brake pads are worn or there’s use like towing and high-performance cars (if your of braking power. Gas bubbles are introduced to the air in your brake lines. Because the same symptom vehicle allows DOT 4). DOT 5 has a higher boiling $275,000 $299,000 Finances
SELA Monitoring your Social Security earnings
4529 AVRON Boulevard 3613 N WOODLAWN Ave. Metairie Metairie record can really pay off “You work hard for your money. You’re saving and informed of any errors or omissions. “You’re the only planning for a secure retirement,” said Maria Alvarez, person who can look at your lifetime earnings record Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in New and verify that it’s complete and correct,” said Alvarez. Orleans. “Now you need to make sure you’re going to So, what’s the easiest and most efficient way to get all the money you deserve. Regularly reviewing validate your earnings record? ® Sold your Social Security earnings record can really pay Visit www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount to set K off, especially when every dollar counts in retirement.” up or sign in to your own my Social Security account. 3501 LAKE TRAIL Drive Kenner If an employer did not properly report just one Under the “My Home” tab, select “Earnings Record” REALTOR 4Beds Total • 2Baths Full • 1Baths Half Residential • Commercial 3,088Approx SqFt year of work earnings to Social Security, future benefit to view online Social Security statements and taxed payments from Social Security could be close to $100 Social Security earnings. Carefully review each year of 3540 S I-10 Service Rd. W, Ste. 300 per month less than they should be. Over the course of listed earnings and use records, such as W-2s and tax Metairie, LA 70001 a lifetime, that could cost tens of thousands of dollars returns, to confirm them. Keep in mind that earnings in retirement or other benefits to which retirees are from this year and last year may not be listed yet. Office 504.883.5252 entitled. Sooner is definitely better when it comes to Notify the Social Security Administration right away Fax 504.883.5172 identifying and reporting problems with your earnings of any errors by calling 1-800-772-1213. [email protected] Sold record. As time passes, you may no longer have easy More detailed instructions on how to correct $245,000 access to past tax documents, and some employers your Social Security earnings record can be found at 2366 St. Thomas Street • New Orleans may no longer be in business or able to provide past www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/EN-05-10081.pdf. payroll information. “Securing today and tomorrow requires accuracy OUND It’s ultimately the responsibility of employers and diligence on our part and yours. You’ll be counting NDOOR PLAYGR PALMTREE IND – past and present – to provide accurate earnings on Social Security when you reach retirement age. information to Social Security so retirees can get Make sure you’re getting every dollar you’ve earned. credit for the contributions made through payroll You can access us any time at www.socialsecurity. SUMME R taxes. The Social Security Administration can be gov,” said Alvarez. CAMP OPEN TO AGES 3 - 7 Uncle Sam Jam eager to promote the possibilities of Lafreniere Park.” The festival will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July children must be fully potty trained from page 1 3, 2018, at the Al Copeland Concert and Meadow Stage earned a Grammy nomination in 2013 for “Best Country in Lafreniere Park. This celebration will again feature CAMP WEEKS CAMP PRICES Duo or Group Performance” for “Even If It Breaks Your unique festival food, including a variety of food trucks, $25 Registration Fee per Camper Heart” and the band has earned numerous a firework’s display that begins at 9:00 July 9th - 13th HALF A DAY Includes a Palm Tree Indoor Playground CMA and Billboard nominations. Eli Young p.m. and music from 6:00 p.m. to 11 p.m. Camp T-Shirt July 23rd - 27th 9:00am-12:00pm Band’s newest single, “Love Ain’t,” was The event is free and open to the public. or 1:00pm-4:00pm HALF A DAY: 9:00am-12:00pm – $25 or 1:00pm-4:00pm – $25 just released. The band partnered with Amanda Shaw, Louisiana’s favorite fiddle July 30th - August 3rd the Wounded Warrior Project for the song’s sensation, will open at 6:00 p.m. for Eli FULL DAY FULL DAY: 9:00am - 4:00pm – $40 August 6th - 10th music video. Young Band who will perform at 7:45 p.m. 9:00am - 4:00pm WHOLE WEEK: $ 150 Said Impastato, “Lafreniere Park is The Topcats will follow the fireworks show, Prepay/Preregistration ONLY • Call to Register well known as one of the crown jewels of Jefferson Parish closing the event. Online Registration Available Soon and Uncle Sam Jam is a marquee event for the park. As Uncle Sam Jam reached its highest audience councilman, my goal is to introduce new friends to the level in 2017 when crowds were recorded at more 504-828-8164 park and remind those who have enjoyed Lafreniere in than 25,000 visitors, the largest in the history 3011 N. I-10 Service Road • East in Metairie the past of the potential of this sprawling 155-acre green of Uncle Sam Jam. For more information visit palmtreeplayground.com space. As we celebrate our independence, we are also www.unclesamjamjefferson.com. KENNER STR JULY 2018 13 Banking Privacy again
By Guy Williams this convincing information the thieves found on the internet, the good neighbors actually helped to load You don’t have the flat screen TV into the van. to read many news If you feel the need to post vacation pictures, stories to realize that wait until you get home. For particular friends or personal privacy is family, email or Dropbox the photos if you want to something that is difficult to maintain but should be send pictures as you travel. • Motor Vehicle Accidents cherished and protected. Google is one of the biggest information Let’s start with the two of the biggest offenders, aggregators in the world. Based upon your Google • Personal Injury Facebook and Google. Facebook has been in the news maps activity, they know where you shop, work, for selling customer information, and despite the worship, live and vacation. They also have a good idea recent testimony of Mark Zuckerberg on Capitol Hill, of your income, taste in music and movies as well as • Admiralty & they still sell your information. your political leanings. There is no such thing as a free lunch. Andrew To reduce this, rotate your searches between Maritime Lewis said on MetaFilter, “If you are not paying for it, Bing, Google and Safari. Turn off my GPS location you are not the customer; you’re the product being services on your phone and leave it off unless you • Traffi c Tickets Dennis E. Rinck, Jr. - Attorney, sold.” With Facebook that is the case, your free are actively using the map. When the pop up window Tiffany Callaghan - Offi ce Manager/Paralegal, Facebook account is based upon Facebook selling asks about knowing your location, always click on • Notary Public Bianca Rios - Legal Assistant, targeted ads. This is why Facebook wants to know “no.” Scammers use this trove of data to target you for Jose Martinez - Legal Assistant your birthday, employer, schools attended, etc. This is bogus offers. The smaller your public profile, the more also why Facebook wants you to use Facebook to sign likely you are to avoid identity theft and scammers as in to sites such as Airbnb. well as annoying pop up ads. Free Consultation The best solution is to clear your profile, Finally, as convenient as it might seem, do not eliminate your hometown, birthday, employer, allow Google to save your passwords. This is an open favorite teams, etc. All of this info makes it very easy door in the event of a data breach. A better solution is Let us help you! to target you for products and services that may have to use a group of pass phrases (longer phrases used as no value to you and will make you a potential target passwords rather than single words) and one complex 1824 Williams Blvd., Ste. C • Kenner, LA 70062 for affinity frauds. password for your bank and financial accounts. Corner of Williams & W. Metairie across from Kenner City Hall Another danger on Facebook is posting vacation Online, privacy is important, and only by actively pictures while still on vacation. This is like advertising managing your settings can you protect yourself. that it is a good time for you to be robbed because Remember, the default for the internet companies is you are out of town. If you have posted interior always to get all the information they can so that they photos showing your belongings, you have also told can sell your profile. the robbers what you have to steal, such as guns and electronics, which are very popular with crooks. Guy Williams is president and chief executive In one interesting case, neighbors interrupted officer of Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company. Their crooks in the very act of loading furniture into a van. Kenner branch office is located at 3410 Williams When the neighbors asked what they were doing, the Boulevard. Marcel Gonzalez, vice-president and thieves said, “Rob and Kathy wanted the family room branch manager can be contacted at 565-3656. painted while they were at Disney World. I guess that Brian Behlar, vice president and commercial lender, since Kevin is headed to LSU in the fall, they figured can be contacted at 565-3661. Visit Gulf Coast Bank that it was time to refresh the interior.” Based upon and Trust’s website at www.gulfbank.com. Insurance Before taking that loan - you may reconsider
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Home
Electric system upgrade
Come Take A Gravy Bath!
By Dan Dormady electric outlets for your devices. Circuit breakers and
panels have an average life span of 25 to 40 years. If yours
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Does your home’s are older than that or they are in poor condition and your
electrical system need breakers do not trip, an upgrade is warranted.
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update your home’s electrical system is safety. When many the additional demand. In addition, to increase the 2321 West Esplanade P PO-BOYS older homes were built, they were designed with only 100 protection to people from an overload, or the danger of r between ne amps or less for the entire home, using just a few circuits. electrocution and shock, safety devices such as ground of Ken Power & Williams Your electrical panel determines how much power is fault circuit interrupters and arc-fault circuit interrupters available for the circuits to distribute to all the appliances, should be added, if not already present. M-Th 11-7:30 Family owned and operated since 1975 lights and outlets in your home. The most important benefit of upgrading your Fri 11-8:30 The number and size of the circuit breakers electrical system is that your home will be protected from Sat 11-8 determines how that power is distributed throughout your fire hazards caused by overloaded circuits. You can sleep www.parranspoboys.com home. better knowing your home and family are protected. You The first and most important step in updating your will be able to use your modern appliances safely and Parrans 1/8_0316.indd 1 2/27/16 9:30 AM electrical system is to upgrade your panel (bringing more your expensive electronic equipment will be protected. power from the utility to your home) which is the most Updating your electrical system also can increase your Orthopedic common upgrade needed whether you have fuses or an home’s resale value. older circuit breaker panel. Sometimes it is necessary to Electricity is not a good candidate for a DIY project. Center for replace the existing meter and main panel to allow it to Amateur or DIY wiring can be dangerous for you and your handle more power. This doesn’t affect the wiring inside home. Sports your home as it just gives your system the ability to have Unlike your new cabinets or countertops, your more power to distribute. electrical system is invisible. There are many ways to cut Medicine The second step is to add additional circuits to corners with electrical work and most consumers won’t distribute the power to your rooms and appliances. know the difference. That’s why it’s important to choose Updates also often include adding new electrical outlets your contractor based on referrals or use an online F and replacing the old receptacles and switches. resource such as a contractor referral service. Get some N N N A circuit consists of all the outlets linked on one references and don’t make your decision based on price wire operated by a single fuse or circuit breaker. Circuit alone. Electrical work also is not an area where you’ll breakers protect your home by tripping and turning off benefit from hiring the cheapest provider. Hablamos Español www.nolasportsmedicine.com the electricity when the wire running from your electrical You or your contractor will also need to contact the panel to your appliances or devices becomes overloaded Kenner Inspections and Code Enforcement Department Sports Injuries and in danger of becoming hot and catching fire. at 468-4062 regarding the permitting requirements for a Shoulder and Knee Conditions 943-5777 889-2663 Unfortunately, as your home and electrical system ages, home electrical system upgrade. Minimally Invasive Arthroscopy 7030 Canal Boulevard 4921 Airline Drive the circuit breakers may not trip when needed, even when Physical Therapy the circuit is overloaded. Dan Dormady is a licensed professional engineer Sometimes a homeowner gets tired of the circuit and licensed home inspector and the president of breaker tripping and unknowingly adds to the danger by Criterium-Dormady Engineers, a locally owned replacing it with a larger amperage circuit breaker than consulting engineering firm specializing in residential the wire is rated to carry. and commercial building inspection services. Dormady Symptoms that indicate your system may be in need can be reached at 456-6999, P.O. Box 113565 Metairie, of an upgrade include circuit breakers that trip frequently, LA 70011-3565, or at [email protected]. i your lights dim when you turn on other appliances and you Criterium-Dormady Engineers’ website is www. Bar have to use extension cords or adapters to create additional criterium-dormady.com. ive ru Service! Real Estate Best Burgers in Town! Home prices boom continues, Daily lunch but leveling out needed By Linda R. Martin levels and sales, is currently at 3.8 months, lower than the specials! levels of the 1990s before the housing boom and bust.” The boom is Until inventories increase faster than sales, or the Happy Hour continuing for home economy slows significantly, home prices are likely to MON-FRI 11 AM TO 6 PM prices, with a gain of 6.5 continue rising,” says Blitzer. “Compared to the price gains percent in March, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case- of the last boom in the early 2000s, things are calmer today.” Schiller indices. “The solid gain in home prices of 6.5 percent in Adam Pearce Sunday The S&P CoreLogic Case-Schiller National Home March added roughly $150 billion to housing wealth during Solo Acoustic Performance Index’s 10-City Composite, which is an average of ten the month,” said Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the Gallon metros (Boston, Chicago, Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, National Association of Realtors. “The continuing run-up Miami, New York, San Diego, San Francisco and Washington in home prices above the pace of income growth is simply D.C.) rose 6.5 percent year-over-year, an increase from 6.4 not sustainable. From the cyclical low point in home prices Specials percent in February. The 20-city Composite rose 6.8 percent six years ago, a typical home has increased by 48 percent, year-over-year, which is comparable to February. while the average wage rate has grown by only 14 percent. “The home price increases continue, with the National Rising interest rates also do not help with affordability, 19 Index rising 6.5 percent per year,” says David Blitzer, therefore, more supply is needed to level out home prices. Every First Saturday of the Month chairman and managing director of the S&P Dow Jones Homebuilding will be key as to how the housing market SHOW STARTS AT 9PM Indices Index Committee. performs in the upcoming years. “Looking across various national statistics on sales of Linda R. Martin, a licensed realtor in Louisiana, can be new or existing homes, permits for new construction, and reached at 443-6464 or at her Gardner Realtors office located at D i uiri Run on financing terms, two figures that stand out are rapidly rising 4140 Williams Boulevard in Kenner. Gardner Realtors is a local - 4 433 Airline Dri e et irie home prices and low inventories of existing homes for sale,” independently owned and operated company. Visit the company • • Blitzer says. “Months-supply, which combines inventory website at www.gardnerRealtors.com. KENNER STR JULY 2018 15 Law
Can a lawyer really help with your traffic ticket? Dennis E. Rinck, Jr., a member of the Louisiana By Dennis E. Rinck, Jr. Many traffic ticket attorneys offer very State Bar, is a lifelong Kenner resident, practicing reasonable rates. Often, the fee an attorney may attorney and owner of Rivertown Law Center, L.L.C., Yes! Although and can usually handle the matter in one visit. charge to handle a traffic ticket on your behalf is located at 1824 Williams Boulevard, Suite C in going to traffic court for Possibly reducing the amount of the fine – far less than you may expect. Although each case is Kenner. Motor vehicle accidents, personal injuries, a traffic ticket might Traffic tickets, especially speeding tickets, are costly, different, the benefits may far outweigh the costs. maritime and traffic violations are Rinck’s primary seem simple enough to and without the help of an attorney, you might be This information has been provided for areas of practice. Rinck can be reached at 704-1194 handle on your own, if you want to save time, likely forced to pay the full amount of the fine. An attorney informational purposes only and is not intended and or [email protected]. pay a lower fine and likely avoid having your insurance can work to get your fine reduced or even waived, and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. rates go up as a result of a moving violation, you should you won’t have to spend hours or even up to a full day hire a lawyer. in traffic court fighting to pay less money. Although results cannot be guaranteed, lawyers Possibly getting the violation amended to a experienced in handling traffic tickets are well-versed lesser charge – A good traffic attorney can work to in local traffic laws and can navigate traffic court get your violation reduced from a moving violation much better than someone who is not familiar with to a non-moving violation, or to a lesser charge. Not State of the Parish July Luncheon featuring the traffic court system. From moving violations like only does this reduce the fine, it can also help to avoid Jefferson Parish President Michael S. Yenni speeding tickets, running red lights or making an insurance rate hikes and help you avoid having your illegal turn, to more serious violations like driving with license suspended in the future. July 17th 11:30am - 1:15pm a suspended license, traffic ticket attorneys can help Sometimes even getting the ticket dismissed Chateau Golf & Country Club: 3600 Chateau Blvd. in the following ways: altogether – Occasionally, lawyers are able to get Attending traffic court on your behalf – traffic tickets dismissed over technicalities or other Getting a traffic ticket and having to appear in court legal arguments. Attorneys can also examine the can cause undue fear and anxiety. Having an attorney, ticket and look for any technical or legal errors that July Networking Night however, can alleviate that burden. In most cases in might have been made when the citation was issued. traffic court an attorney can go to court on your behalf. These are errors that wouldn’t be noticed by someone July 26th 5:30 - 7:30pm You don’t have to miss work or school or spend hours unfamiliar with traffic laws or traffic court procedures. Taqueria Chilangos: 2723 Roosevelt Blvd, Kenner in court dealing with your ticket. In some parishes, Although this is not always possible, the chances of without an attorney, you may have to appear in court you having your ticket dismissed completely are much Networking Information Luncheon Information more than once, either for an arraignment and then a higher if you have an attorney working on your behalf. Contact Teresa Liuzza: 450-3253 Contact Judy La Bella: 416-7637 trial or because you don’t have the proper paperwork In some cases, you might still have to pay a fine, but an ready when you first go to court. An attorney, however, attorney can help to have the violation removed from can anticipate all the documentation you may need your driving record. A O Education A A he ecuti e enerate olid eads New curriculum worth the work Achie ers Association meets to give our kids the best for brea fast bi- ee l at a.m. earn eadership ills By Cade Brumley – Jefferson Parish Public School ul e A onfi dent ublic pea er System Superintendent at the est estern andmar otel Believe it or not, the school year. One might expect learning to be e ern A e etairie Improve Profi tability summer is one of the busiest times of the year for school different if moving from state to state or even parish systems. That is especially true this summer as our to parish. But a child shouldn’t have to deal with those THE EXECUTIVE ACHIEVERS ASSOCIATION educators are back in the classrooms – but this time as same challenges if simply changing schools in the same Call Randy Lovitt at 504-836-7136 for more information on becoming a member students. Across the parish, our educators are modeling district. We are making this better. Further, teachers a growth mind-set and preparing to implement our new will have the ability to modify, extend or shift lessons curriculum next school year. based on the individual learning needs of students. A curriculum is the resource used by teachers Some students learn at faster rates than others and we to teach the standards students are expected to know want our kids to always reach their maximum potential and be able to perform at mastery. For the upcoming as quickly as possible. Century Title, Inc. year, we have adopted what the state of Louisiana Adjustment to our new curriculum in the different calls a “Tier One” curriculum in English, Math and subjects will not be easy. In fact, the new curriculum “We Close Real Estate Transactions For You” Social Studies. A “Tier One” curriculum is one that has will be more rigorous than normal. However, we know received the highest level of reviews from experts in the it’s the best and we will all need to work together to field. Research shows a tremendous benefit to students ensure a smooth implementation. I called it a historic when they are exposed to a strong curriculum. As an moment when the school board approved this “Tier Real Estate instructional leader, it was vitally important for me to One” curriculum for all schools. All students should provide this to our students here in Jefferson Parish. learn with high quality instructional materials and We want our students to have every academic all schools should be places of high expectations that Title Transfers advantage available and this includes access to the best result in greater academic achievement. This “Tier One” curriculum. Further, because the rubber meets the road curriculum is one of the tools to help us get there. Refi nances with our classroom teachers, we needed to provide our I am so appreciative of teachers working hard this valuable educators opportunities to better understand summer to prepare for next school year. Their effort the new curriculum they will be teaching. I’m hearing should be an inspiration to the rest of us – it is for me. Real Estate Sales | Mortgages very positive comments from our educators about our The best is yet to come for JPPSS. Donations | 1031 Tax Free Exchanges move to the new curriculum and the training they’re receiving. When a strong curriculum is delivered by Dr. Cade Brumley is superintendent of the Jefferson Expert closing assistance – In operation over 24 years Parish Public School System, the largest and most diverse In-house problem solving real estate title attorneys – You’ll need this an effective teacher, student learning improves. With We keep you informed – We return your calls our new curriculum in content areas, we are making a district in Louisiana, serving over 48,000 students. Dr. Brumley is a true product of the public school system, educated in Our costs are competitive – Our work is accurate profound statement that our students deserve the best. Louisiana public schools and spending his entire career serving A system-wide, standard curriculum will also children and families as a public school employee. Follow Dr. benefit students who move within our district during Brumley on Twitter at @cadebrumley. 3925 N. I-10 Service Road, Suite 230, Metairie • 830-7979 • FAX 831-2609 16 JULY 2018 KENNER STR
Latin American News
Come Take A Gravy Bath! the vendors will accept FMNP Senior and WIC coupons. You can match a
Farmers markets
dollar for dollar on SNAP benefits spent in the market. And yes, you will
By Rafael E. Saddy also be supporting our local economy and farmers. See you at the market.
Additional information can be found at:
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important social and economic institutions Community announcements P PO-BOYS r in many of our communities. Drive across July 17 - 10 – Steps to Financial Freedom presented by ASI Federal ne of Ken America today, and there’s one thing you’re guaranteed to see more of: Credit Union and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at 2200 Veterans Family owned and operated since 1975 farmers markets. The USDA reports the number of registered farmers Boulevard in Suite 200 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is limited seating, markets increased by 2.3 percent from 2015 to 2016 – and that’s just the call for reservations at 733-7274, extension 76301. ones listed in the National Farmers Market Directory. July 21 – Gala Music presents Latin night Bamboleo at the House Dine In or Take Out • 305-6422 Farmers are an essential part of the survival of our various societies of Blues. For information call 850-766-4602. www.parranspoboys.com because they provide food and fiber that nourishes and clothes us. They August 11 – Asociación Nicaragüense de Louisiana (ANDELA). make responsible use of natural resources and utilize both primitive and The Nicaraguan Association presents Tope Santo Domingo (Saint 2321 West Esplanade between Power & Williams very advanced technologies to accomplish this. They can deal with various Dominick Fest) on Saturday, August 11, 2018, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 M-Th 11-7:30 Fri 11-8:30 Sat 11-8 growing seasons, climatic variations, soil conditions and the often-harsh p.m. at Kenner’s Heritage Park, located at 303 Williams Boulevard. Don’t catastrophic events of wildfire, drought and floods. miss this unparalleled opportunity to experience first-hand the culture, Farming is an industry that sustains itself on the natural environment food, music, sights and sounds from the folklore of our Central American Parrans_Gravy Bath_0216.indd 1 1/24/16 9:34 AMand the careful and responsible use of it. Without the conscious caring neighbor. For information call 466-1483. for the natural resources and wildlife, farming enterprises are doomed to Kenner Hispanic Resource Center – The center offers various SABELLA’S failure. Farming practices often provide natural biologically active filter programs and access to information and referrals for all sorts of issues. mechanisms for water as well as vegetative stabilization of soils. For information call 469-2571. PLUMBING Farmers and farming communities provide an excellent environment Hablemos Claro – Kenner TV, Cox Cable channel 76 or U-verse SMALL JOBS to raise families. They offer opportunities for young and old alike to gain channel 99, has Hispanic TV programs every Wednesday at 9:00 p.m. and experiences in fundamental lifelong values and afford an appreciation for Sunday at 8:00 p.m. For more information and program schedule, go to Repairs • Drain Cleaning success. Without farmers, food security is affected. Food security, housing www.kenner.la.us and click on the Kenner TV logo or go to the Kenner TV Hot Water Heaters and education are seen as three critical ingredients of a wealthy society. Facebook/YouTube page. • Without food security, poverty will increase. If it is necessary to import I leave you with this thought. “Knowledge is knowing that a tomato Residential Repairs food, then the cost of food will increase significantly and that will mean is a fruit, wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad.” Servicing Metairie & Kenner less disposable income for growing the local economy. One of the ways we can improve our local community is by visiting our Rafael E. Saddy is Kenner’s Cultural Diversity Coordinator, own Rivertown Farmers Market which is now a member of the Crescent public relations officer for the Latin American Civic Association of 875-2888 City Farmers Market family. By buying from our local farmers market, we Louisiana (LACAL) and serves on the governing board of directors of Sammy Sabella Owner/Operated support local agriculture. At the market, you will find a great variety of Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner. Email Saddy at lacal1234@bellsouth. Licensed Master Plumber Over 25 Years seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, safer and better-tasting foods, freshly net. Correspondence should be sent to P.O. Box 640284, Kenner, LA baked bread, pastries and other local and ethnic foods and herbs. Many of 70064-0284. Talk to your neighbors, then Community talk to me. Jefferson Chamber to host 7th Annual Grand Prix The Jefferson Chamber will host the 7th Annual Grand Prix, presented Spectator party passes are $20 for Chamber members and $30 for non- Marie Clesi, Agent See why State Farm® insures more by Zito Companies, on Friday, July 13, 2018, at NOLA Motorsports Park members, which includes food and drink and the opportunity to watch the 2401 Veterans Memorial Blvd Kenner, LA 70062 drivers than GEICO and Progressive in Avondale from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Local businesses will convene at teams battle it out for the Grand Prix Champion Title. Bus: 504-469-1421 combined. Great service, plus the karting raceway in the spirit of friendly competition, networking and Various sponsorship opportunities are available and some [email protected] discounts of up to 40 percent.* Like a good neighbor, teambuilding. include teams. Spectator passes are on sale and can be purchased at State Farm is there.® The Grand Prix is the Chamber’s largest teambuilding event of the www.jeffersonchamber.org or by calling 835-3880. For more information CALL FOR QUOTE 24/7. year. Teams of five drivers will experience the thrill of racing by taking turns about teams, spectator passes and sponsorship opportunities, contact Alex completing as many laps as possible in the allotted time in hopes of taking Zarookian at [email protected]. home the glory. This event also serves as an opportunity for participants to Proceeds from the event support the Jefferson Chamber’s efforts in socialize and network with local professionals. pro-business advocacy and quality of life initiatives. *Discounts vary by states. Teams will be divided into two categories – competitive/advanced and The Jefferson Chamber is a voice for Jefferson Parish’s business State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company 1001174.1 State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL recreational/novice. The registrant has the ability to select which category community. As a non-profit, membership-driven organization, the Chamber their team will participate in. is an advocate for small and large businesses at the local, state and federal A “Platinum Racing Experience” is available, which includes a ticket levels. The Chamber’s mission is to work for the advancement of the business to the Xtreme Xperience. The Grand Prix will be held during the day and community, to enhance the economic, civic and cultural environment, and continue into the evening, with the races taking place at 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 to improve the quality of life in Jefferson Parish. The Jefferson Chamber is p.m. Four-Star Accredited by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and was awarded The event has family-friendly activities. Starting at 3:00 p.m., NOLA the 2013 and 2015 Chamber of the Year Award by the Louisiana Association Motorsports Park water slides will be open for kids. of Chamber of Commerce Executives in the “Large Chamber Category.” Racing team’s fees are $1,200 and include one five-person racing team For more information about the Jefferson Chamber, visit with access to the driver-exclusive pit stop for food, drinks and networking, www.jeffersonchamber.org and follow the Chamber on Facebook, Twitter COMPLETE team shirts, five spectator passes, practice heats, promo code for unlimited and Instagram. PEST & TERMITE CONTROL karting heats and entry into the qualifying round and Grand Prix.
Kenner Star invested in Kenner and we urge Kenner residents to shop and patronize those advertisers.” from page 1 The Kenner Star, a privately-owned company published by Kenner 4400 Wabash Street, Metairie, LA 70001 professionals contribute informational columns each month to the Kenner Star, Inc., converted to a monthly publication in 1993, is also distributed Star providing our readers with material relevant to them and our local area. to about 100 pickup locations throughout the city. The Kenner Star’s (504) 888-4941 • fax (504) 888-8120 Our goal has always been to help businesses and business owners who have website is www.kennerstar.com KENNER STR JULY 2018 17 Entertainment Kenner School Spotlight: Farmers markets Get those gifts you missed out on G.T. WOODS ELEMENTARY By Rafael E. Saddy this July at Treasure Chest At G.T. Woods Elementary, we believe it is By Mike Garms gone, they’re truly gone! vital to prepare our students to be successful Gifts are great, but cash is king, am I right? learners as well as active contributors in the The phrase “clean That’s why the very next day – Saturday, July 28, 21st century. Our stakeholders are committed up” is an interesting we’re not messing around with our “50 Split $50,000 to work together to achieve our shared vision, one. It could mean to literally clean up, as in “No Cash giveaway!” From 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., ten mission, and goals. All of our students will excel going to Treasure Chest until you’ve cleaned up winners will be selected to instantly win $1,000 as critical thinkers and problem solvers with the garage” or it could mean to win a lot of money cash! That’s a total of 50 winners winning $1,000 the skills needed to compete in a global society. or prizes, as in “After I cleaned up the cash each! That’s a lot of lettuce to be Our mission is to provide opportunities for garage, I went to Treasure dishing out all in one night! Chest and I really And the great thing is, students to learn through quality, differentiated cleaned up!” This you can earn entries instruction. We share the responsibility to ensure that all students soar to their highest potential July, we’re cleaning July 1 through the in a safe, welcoming environment. Opportunities like accelerated instruction and K-Kids Club offer up our warehouse 28. Earn one entry academic and leadership enrichment for students, while programs like after school tutoring ensure of all the unawarded for every 100 points all students have the opportunity to be successful. Students can also participate in extracurricular prizes and gifts so great you earn. And, of course, you activities like choir, dance, and band. Parents and guests like you can really clean up! keep the points! Not able to earn entries community members are also encouraged to Cleaning your garage is still your problem, however. this month? Is your garage really that messy? participate in activities like family literacy night, Is there a gift giveaway you missed out on in No problem! You’ll get one free entry during the fall fest, and our annual Mardi Gras ball. the past year that you missed for whatever reason? promotion! G.T. Woods Elementary is located at 1037 31st Perhaps you missed out on those tailgate chairs All that plus our “Progressive Payday,” our Street in Kenner. For more information, call (504) because you were too busy tailgating. Maybe you $19.99 BBQ buffet, and much, much more at your 466-6252 or visit woods.jpschools.org. Janine missed out on the non-stick indoor grill because Treasure Chest Casino. We look forward to serving Holmes is the principal of G.T. Woods Elementary. you were too busy cleaning all the grime stuck to you in July, and as always, we’ll see you on the lake! The school is represented on the Jefferson Parish your grill. Don’t worry. As always, we’ve got your As usual, Treasure Chest Casino guests must School Board by District 5 member Cedric Floyd. back with our “Inventory Blowout!” Friday, July 27 be 21 or older to enter the casino and become a B from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., simply earn 500 points Connected member. Membership is free and rules KENNER PUBLIC SCHOOLS to receive a free gift of your choice! And you get to and restrictions apply. Alexander Elementary, Audubon Elementary, Bonnabel High, Chateau Estates Elementary, keep those points! Just visit any kiosk to print off Clancy-Maggiore Elementary, Greenlawn Terrace Elementary, your gift voucher after earning 500 points. Prizes Mike Garms is the Treasure Chest Casino Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy, Roosevelt Middle, include tailgate chairs, New Orleans recipe soup General Manager. Treasure Chest Casino is Schneckenburger Elementary, Washington Elementary STEM School, G. T. Woods Elementary bowls, fleur-de-lis towels or dinnerware, climb cart, located at 5050 Williams Boulevard in Kenner blenders, spin scrubbers, non-stick indoor grill, 5 on Lake Pontchartrain. Visit the website at www. This public service announcement is sponsored by the Shane Family Foundation. Minute Copper Chef pan and much more! But get treasurechestcasino.com or call 443-8000. here quick! Supplies are limited and once they’re
July free live entertainment on tap at Treasure Chest Treasure Chest Casino offers free live casino’s phone number is 443-8000. Visit the casino’s Recipe Corner entertainment in the casino’s Caribbean Showroom. website, www.treasurechestcasino.com, for more MEATBALL ENCHILADAS Treasure Chest Casino is located in Laketown at information. e r ne 5050 Williams Boulevard in Kenner. The casino is Below is a list of entertainment with schedule ur famil lo es this eas summertime open 24 hours on Friday and Saturday and from 8:00 and times subject to change. a.m. until 5:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday. The dish utili ing our lefto er homemade meatballs and red gra . Sun., July 1 Thurs., July 12 Sat., July 21 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. rumble or brea meatballs in small Dueling Piano Show Harvey Jesus & Fire Summer Breeze chun s and arrange on a tortilla. e Wed., July 4 Fri., July 13 Sun., July 22 prefer the -inch read to coo 8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. tortillas. Trivia Night The Topcats Dueling Piano Show Add freshl grated hite cheddar Thurs., July 5 Sat., July 14 Wed., July 25 to the meatballs and dot ith red 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Harvey Jesus & Fire Short Circuit Trivia Night gra . entl roll the tortillas and arrange single fi le in a ba ing pan. Fri., July 6 Sun., July 15 Thurs., July 26 8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Closed Private Event Add thin slices of fresh mo arella Monster Crawfish Dueling Piano Show more hite cheddar and red gra to the top of tortillas. Fri., July 27 Sat., July 7 Wed., July 18 Closed Private Event a e in a preheated -degree o en for minutes or until cheese melts. ne 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. enchilada is heart per person. o e er ad ust accordingl . Epic Trivia Night Sat., July 28 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. e ser e ith or o pasta and roasted tomatoes ith a side of pesto. Sun., July 8 Thurs., July 19 New Suit 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Closed Private Party app summertime Dueling Piano Show Sun., July 29 Fri., July 20 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. he ebsite e r ne is a food blog dedicated to the en o ment of Wed., July 11 8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. Dueling Piano Show food ith gusto b o ontenelle irdes and usta o on ale . omments and 8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. The Wiseguys uestions are elcomed and can be sent to e r ne a . or Trivia Night detailed recipe directions and step b step photos isit e r ne 18 JULY 2018 KENNER STR Community Seton Parc Pocket Park gets makeover The Seton Parc Pocket Park in Kenner park now has a new garden and improved recently received a makeover primarily due lighting. Wooden enclosures were built around to the efforts of interim Kenner District 5 the electrical transformers for safety and Councilwoman Kelly Hand and Jefferson Parish beautification purposes and dirt was brought in District 4 Councilman Dominick Impastato, the to fill low areas. former councilman of Kenner District 5, and “Our recreation department worked closely long-time Kenner supporter and businessman with the two council members, as well as Ronnie Mains, owner of CRC Global Solutions. Ronnie Mains, to provide much of the labor and Old, worn out equipment was removed the finished product is something we can all be and a new tot lot and safety pad, a new asphalt proud of,” said Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn. track and playground sign were installed. The
Kenner Splash Park open for summer The Felice McMiller Community Splash Park The weekly summer operating hours are is open for the summer. The park is located at 200 Fridays from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Saturdays Southern Grace Decatur Street at the A.P. Clay Complex, near the from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. and from 11:00 a.m. Kenner Head Start Center. until 6:00 p.m. on Sundays. Transformations LLC Admission is free. The splash park is designed The splash park is also available for private for youth ages 12 and under. Swimming attire and parties. For more information call the Kenner JAMIE CAMPBELL • 266-9043 adult supervision is required. Community Development Office at 468-7588. Painter/Decorative Finisher [email protected] Police
http://facebook.com/southerngracetransformationsllc KCPA class #38 beginning in August Class # 38 of the Kenner Citizens’ Police Academy with a police officer. Upon completion of the program, a will begin on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. at the graduation ceremony is held for students. Kenner Police Complex located at 500 Veterans Boulevard. Graduates of the program receive the opportunity Kenner Police Chief Michael J. Glaser and the Kenner to join the Kenner Citizens’ Academy Alumni Association Police Department encourage citizens to participate (KCPAAA), through which they can lead the community in this unique opportunity to learn more about police in improving safety and promoting support for the Kenner operations. Police Department. Alumni members can also volunteer 24-hour electricAl service Students attend free classes one night per week for their assistance at various department events. 7 Days 13 weeks receiving instruction from trained police officers Graduates may also apply for entry into the KPD A who are certified in their fields. The academy provides Community Police Corps. This program gives members Week bELLCO ELECTRiC detailed coverage about how the police department works the opportunity to volunteer and assist the KPD in its Residential • Commercial in the areas of patrol division functions, crime prevention, mission. criminal investigations, computer forensics, K-9 Unit, For more information and to fill out an application, FREE ESTIMATES crime scene procedures, criminal and domestic violence visit the Kenner Police Department website at www. laws, narcotics investigations, traffic enforcement, kennerpd.com. REPLACE FIRE HAZARD FUSE physical fitness, use of police force and self-defense, gang Contact the KPD Community Relations Division BOXES WITH CIRCUIT BREAKERS awareness and S.W.A.T. Students receive a tour of police at 712-2294 or email [email protected] for SAVE 20% ON INSURANCE headquarters and the jail and participate in a ride along more information. We install over Automatic Standby 30 Years Budget With the requested information in hand, the GENERATORS experience administration, working with the department heads, from page 1 455-2355 forges a proposed budget that is presented by May 1 to
L i c e n s # 2 8 6 1 3 No Job Too Small - We Do all! METAiRiE KENNER N.O. AREA There are many steps in the process of developing the Kenner City Council by the mayor on behalf of his L A LICENSEDLICENSED •¥ BONDEDBONDED ¥ • INSURED INSURED OWNEROWNER RONNIERONNIE BELLACIBELLACI the city’s annual budget that begin in the office of administration. Kenner’s Finance Department and culminates in June. In May, the city council begins to hold hearings on First, in early February, the finance department each department’s budget. They question department requests each city department to prepare a proposed heads and the administration on how the city of Kenner budget for the coming year and provides the is going to spend its proposed budgeted money in the departments with the information to use in preparing upcoming fiscal year. The public is invited to attend the their requests. Each department is provided a monthly council’s hearings. Residents of Kenner as always, had report that shows its current year’s budget and the the opportunity to offer their say about the budget at amount of dollars the department has spent so far for the June 15 council meeting. the year. Each department is provided with forms to It is common for the council to make amendments be utilized to prepare their proposed budget and are to the budget before approving it. required to prepare their proposed budget along with It has never happened, but if the council failed estimates for the remainder of the current year. to approve a budget by June 15, the city charter says The finance department also prepares a “it shall be presumed to have adopted the budget projection of city revenues for the coming fiscal year. submitted by the mayor.” No mayor in Kenner’s modern This includes income from such sources as sales taxes, history has ever vetoed a council-approved budget. But, property taxes and Treasure Chest Casino collections. if the mayor did veto the budget, the council could By late March, the mayor and his administration override the veto with a “super-majority” of five votes. If have met with each department head and reviewed the council could not muster five votes to override the their proposed budget for consideration. The veto, the veto would stand and “it shall be presumed to administration also meets with council members to get have adopted the budget submitted by the mayor.” their input on the budget. KENNER STR JULY 2018 19 Government First joint session held with KPD and KFD
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4971 West Napoleon Ave. Metairie • 889-9856 Engineers and architects are currently restaurants, jazz supper club, marina, private airport reviewing the area to develop a more technical site for corporate jets, tennis courts and pools. We are the Come plan. This year the Louisiana Legislature passed place to watch Beer bucket “What Atlantis can bring to the table is a legislation to allow the 15 gambling casinos in the all sports on specials and watch sports tremendous economic transformation for the city of state now situated on water to move onto land and our 19 TVs. at Kenner,” Zahn said. “We will be working shoulder-to- Governor John Bel Edwards signed the bill into great food. shoulder providing input and guidance every step of law on May 23, 2018. Mayor Zahn has been having Not a bad seat Stepbrothers. the way to make us all ‘Kenner Proud.’” discussions with Laketown’s Treasure Chest in the house. WIFI. Atlantis, a public Nevada corporation, is Casino’s owner, Boyd Gaming Corporation, about proposing to lease 16 acres of lakefront property to building a new casino on the adjacent land next NOBODY DOES SPORTS BETTER THAN STEPBROTHERS! potentially build residential and hotel condominiums, to its current docking location. Under the new a boardwalk and a possible sports betting facility, if law, the casino could potentially almost double its the Louisiana Legislature eventually passes a bill to gambling positions with a land-based casino. In Landscaping & Design, allow sports betting. Other potential amenities the the last fiscal year, Treasure Chest funded over $4 Lawn Cutting, Mulching, Spruce Ups, Atlantis company depicts in their proposal brochure million to the city of Kenner and over $700,000 to 1 L LL include a state-of-the-art health spa, gourmet the Kenner Police Department. Shrub Trimming, Fertilizing, Seasonal Color, Lighting, Fountains, Irrigation Auctions in August and personal banking clients through its branches, loan production offices, trust and investment offices Systems, Fountains, Grading, from page 1 and business credit offices. It also offers business Gates, Pavers and more! non-profits in meeting their fundraising goals.” credit nationally through Gulf Coast Business Credit. Over the past 10 years, Gulf Coast Bank’s Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company has 19 branch Auctions in August has raised $846,600 for more locations across Southeast Louisiana and more FREE ESTIMATES than 350 non-profits. To learn more about making a than 45 total locations in 12 other states. For more Residential • Commercial donation to Auctions in August that can benefit your information about Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company favorite non-profit, visitAUCTIONSINAUGUST.COM visit GULFBANK.COM or call 1-800-223-2060. Engage or contact [email protected]. with Gulf Coast Bank on Facebook, and Twitter With over $1.6 billion in assets, Louisiana-based (@gulfcoastbank). Daren J. Dillenkoffer • 390-8598 or 985-725-0184 • Licensed & Insured Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company serves its business
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