Vol. 26, No. 04 Kenner’s Community Newspaper Since 1991 APRIL 2017 Inspired Living opens state-of-the-art senior living community in Kenner

On March 28, 2017, a grand opening ceremony at any given moment where every resident and was held for a brand new state-of-the-art senior- caregiver is in our building – so if there is a resident living community, Inspired Living, with residents that needs anything, we can locate the nearest staff expected to be moving in shortly after. member and dispatch them to attend to our resident. The community, at 3801 Loyola Drive in Ken- Everything we do at Inspired Living is purposely de- ner, will offer independent living, assisted living and signed for our residents and in consideration of their memory care lifestyles. Considered a full spectrum families’ peace of mind.” of care in the industry, Inspired Living plans to “In addition to providing best-in-class service provide specialized training to staff before the com- and care to our residents, we also offer all day res- munity opens, to ensure residents get the highest taurant-style dining, five-star amenities and a com- quality of care. In addition to best-in-class training petitive ‘Forever Pricing’ program that separates us and nursing care, Inspired Living offers innovative from our competition. It’s extremely important that technology for both residents and family members. we give our residents and their families the peace of Inspired Living Head of Nursing and Vice mind that comes with a sound financial plan,” said President of Clinical Services Nina Voeller said of Daniel J. Ritter, Inspired Living Executive Director. the building’s innovative technology, “We will know page 23 Work on Lake Trail Drive pumping station is New Ochsner Therapy and Wellness Center 95 percent complete “This was a very expensive project, which included on Williams Boulevard open for patients considerable engineering work,” said Duplaisir. By Allan Katz “We know the folks on Lake Trail Drive have been By Allan Katz waiting for this for over 20 years. Give a lot of credit Work on the long-awaited flood protection to the city officials and state legislators who went A 6,500 square foot Och- system for Lake Trail Drive residents is 95 percent through the complex capital outlay process to get sner Medical Center-Kenner complete and should be ready to become opera- a state grant that paid for three-fourths of the Therapy and Wellness Center tional by April 25, 2017, according to Kenner city of- project. The balance was paid with capital budget is now accepting patients at ficials. Lake Trail Drive was one of the first streets funding from the city, approved by the city council.” 3700 Williams Boulevard. developed in North Kenner and was developed Kenner District 3 Councilman Keith Reynaud pro- The new center is lo- lower than other adjacent streets in the neighbor- vided district funds for the extensive engineering cated at the site of the long- hood. The result was that rainstorms frequently work and part of Phase 1, which entailed stopping closed Trauth’s Restaurant flooded the street and occasionally the homes that water runoff from the lakefront levee onto Lake which was demolished by Ochsner in 2015. Rich- of its kind in our region and ranks among the best paralleled it. Trail Drive. ard Schnadelbach, an Ochsner physical therapist nationally.” Kenner Assistant Public Works Director Bill “A lot of entities were involved and worked and supervisor of rehab services, says the new fa- Schnadelbach said there are now 19 per- Duplaisir said the $1.3 million project in northeast together to make this happen, including the U.S. cility “is absolutely outstanding. It is well-designed sons employed at the new center with interviews Kenner includes two drainage pumps, an emer- and includes the latest therapeutic and wellness now ongoing to fill several more job openings. page 23 gency generator and work on the existing roadway. equipment. It is certainly the outstanding facility page 23

State Senator Danny Martiny Stagni wins election to state announces candidacy for Jefferson House of Representatives Parish District 4 On March 25, 2017 “Joe” Stagni won the election to fill the unexpired term of council seat former state Representative Tom Willmott, Camp @ Woodlake Gym Camp @ Butch DuHe Gym who represented House District 92. Willmo- On February 20, 2017, state Senator Ages 5-12 Ages 3-12 tt was a Louisiana state representative for Danny Martiny, a lawyer, announced his can- 9:00 .am. - 3:00 p.m. nine years, from 2007 until he was elected didacy for the District 4 seat on the Jefferson to a Kenner Councilman-at-large seat in May 30th - August 4th: $80.00 Parish Council. The position became open November 2016. The 92nd House District when Ben Zahn was elected as Kenner Mayor July 5th - 7th : $60.00 (3-day week) consists of parts of the city of Kenner, Me- in December 2016 and vacated the seat in Before Care: included (7:15 a.m. - 9:00a.m.) tairie, River Ridge and St. Rose. “Joe” Stagni January 2017. Danny Martiny After Care: $12.00 per week (3:00 p.m. - 6 :00 p.m.) Gisela Chevalier and and Democrat Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Nor- Kenner Parks and Recreation “Chuck” Toney were the challengers. mand said, “Senator Martiny has proven his leadership in the state legisla-  Sibling discounts available Of 25,765 eligible voters, with all 23 precincts reporting, only ture and he has the collegiality and ability to get things done for Jefferson 2017 Online Summer payments or Money Programs orders Only 2,333 voted, a turnout of 9.5 percent. In unofficial results, Stagni re- Parish.”  Registration for all programs at ceived 1,713 votes or 73 percent of the vote. Chevalier garnered 314 and Summer Kenner.recdesk.com Camp Brochure Martiny has served in the Louisiana Legislature since 1994, first as a votes with 13 percent of the vote. Toney got 306 votes, also with 13

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An Open Letter to the Voters of Senate District 10

Dear District 10 Voters,

First of all, thank you for allowing me the honor of representing you for the last twenty-two years in the state legislature, first in the House and then in the Senate. Together, we’ve accomplished a great deal. Together, we’ve made government respond to people. We’ve made government open and accessible to people. And we’ve made government get things done for people.

During my career in the legislature, I felt a desire to spend more time working locally and more closely with the people I serve. My intention was to run for the Jefferson Parish Council District 4 seat if it became available. And now with the election of Ben Zahn as Mayor of Kenner, that seat has indeed become available.

I will fulfill my service to the legislature during the upcoming session, and then I plan to run for the Council District 4 seat in October.

As you may know, there is currently some division on the council. My strength in the legislature is my ability to work across party lines, to find consensus among differing opinions, to bring civility where there was acrimony, and to make government work for the people it’s meant to serve.

As an elected official, I’ve learned that when people of good will work together, good things happen. That is the spirit I will bring to the Jefferson Parish Council. DANNY Those are my intentions. During the course of my campaign, I look forward to meeting you, sharing thoughts with you, and working with you to make Jefferson Parish government aware and responsive to your needs. MARTINY Sincerely, Danny Martiny JEFFERSON PARISH COUNCIL DISTRICT 4 Paid for by Danny Martiny Campaign Committee

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one world one sky: Big Bird’s Saturdays - 11 a.m. H Running time: 27 minutes Adventure Join Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu as they locate the Big Dipper, the North Star, and the Moon in the night sky. Take an imaginary trip to the moon and discover how different it is from Earth. Audiences will see that even though friends may live in different countries, we all share the same sky! Flying Monsters Saturdays - 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. H Running time: 40 minutes National Geographic Entertainment’s Flying Monsters sets out to uncover the truth about the dinosaur cousin, the pterosaur, with a wingspan of approximately 40 feet and equal to that of a modern-day jet plane. Flying Monsters features one of the greatest mysteries in paleontology: how and why did pterosaurs fly? How did creatures the size of giraffes defy gravity and soar through prehistoric skies? LASER COUNTRY Saturdays – 1 p.m. H Running time: 40 minutes Calling all cowboys (and girls)! The Wild West comes alive in this visually stunning animated laser light show! Featuring some of country music’s most popular new artists as well as some all time favorites, Laser Country is sure to please audiences of all ages and musical tastes! Featured artists include Garth May 6 “Secret Life of Pets” Brooks, Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, Carrie Underwood, and Rascal Flatts…among many others! N ine Planets and Counting May 13 “Finding Dory” Saturdays - 3 p.m. H Running time: 35 minutes How many planets are there in our solar system? Nine, right? Or is it eight? Maybe it’s ten, or twelve, or more. Take a tour to explore the variety of objects that populate our solar May 20 “Trolls” system. Along the way, we’ll examine each planet individually and then step back to look at the big picture. Just what is a planet, anyway? The answer may surprise you. May 27 “Sing” Tuesday - Friday by appointment only, for schools/camps/groups E-mail [email protected] or call 468-7231 for reservations, group rates or info. GENERAL PUBLIC - SATURDAYS ONLY H Box Office opens at 10:45 a.m. Admission: Adults, $6 per show H Children/Seniors, $5 per show H Multi-show packages available www.kenner.la.us show schedule subject to change magic tree house: space mission Saturdays - 3 p.m. H Running time: 30 minutes Based on the beloved Magic Tree House book series, Magic Tree House Space Mission launches the intrepid Jack and Annie on a funfilled journey to discover the secrets of the Sun, Moon, planets, space travel and more. Aligned with early elementary information skillslearning objectives, this beautifully produced show is a winner with Magic Tree House fans of all ages.

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By Allan Katz five more gates? Because more airlines are doing for years that an expanded airport means more jobs Ahmad was a visionary who was fortunate to have business at Armstrong International than ever be- and more investments in the Kenner economy. two mayors in place – Mitch Landrieu in New Or- From a stand fore. There are more flights, more non-stop destina- Reis says the construction of the new airport is leans and Michael S. Yenni in Kenner – who could point of increasing tions, more international flights and more enthusi- going well. He says the Kenner Police Department think big. It was Ahmad who put together the plan tourism and ex- asm about the regional market than ever before. has done a good job of managing the hundreds of for the new terminal and the financing package that panding the South The airport is still celebrating a record-break- trucks that stream into and away from the construc- is now approaching a billion bucks. Louisiana economy, the new Louis Armstrong New ing 2016 that saw Armstrong International top the tion site. “Traffic problems have been held to a mini- So what does all this mean for Kenner – jobs, Orleans International Airport terminal now under 10 million passenger volume mark for the first time. mum,” says Reis. “That is a credit to the KPD and jobs, jobs, both at the airport and in the tourism construction in Kenner has always ranked as the The airport’s interim director, Mark Reis, said the consortium of construction companies handling marketplace? In addition to the 35 gates, the ap- third piece that follows the Louisiana Superdome in a recent interview that all indications are that this massive project.” proximately 972,000 square foot terminal will have a and the Morial Convention Center. 2017 will be another record-breaking year. The es- It has long been said that one of the ways to 2,390-car parking garage, a central utility plant and And, not surprisingly, the airport terminal timated cost of the new terminal has increased to stimulate economic growth in South Louisiana is to ground transportation staging area. To make all this has just gotten bigger and more expensive. That is $993 million. It would not be reckless to hazard a increase the number of visitors. Among the benefi- work will require a well-trained work force. There because tourism is expanding, the airlines are be- guess that as we get closer to completion the costs ciaries of more visitors is the Kenner tourism market are a lot of folks in Kenner and throughout the re- coming more excited about the metro New Orleans will go over $1 billion. The original plans called for that includes hotels, motels, restaurants and shops. gion who will be glad to be part of the new tourism market than ever before and the future of the visitor completion in October 2018 when New Orleans will If the passenger volume at Armstrong International machine. It is ironic that a major airlines executive market looks brighter than ever. Increasingly, it ap- be celebrating the 300th anniversary of its found- continues to grow from 10 million to 11 million and once referred to the old New Orleans International pears that tourism – not oil or natural gas – will be ing. But the logistics of adding five more gates has then to 12 million, look for the regional economy to Airport as “fourth rate.” No one will be saying that the driving factor that attracts major investments pushed the estimated completion date back to early get stronger with more jobs and more investments. soon about the new Armstrong International Air- and creates new jobs. 2019. The possible billion dollar price tag will make Although he is gone, everyone who cares about port located in Kenner, Louisiana. The New Orleans Aviation Board has agreed to the new terminal one of the biggest public projects in economic growth owes a debt to Iftikhar Ahmad, add five more gates than originally planned, bring- the history of the Deep South. Among those applaud- the former airport director who has moved onto Allan Katz can be reached at allanlkatz@bell- ing the total of gates in the new terminal to 35. Why ing is Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn who has been saying manage the airports of the state of Rhode Island. south.net. Political

APRIL 2017 Vol. 26 No. 04 The challenges for the next mayor of New Orleans Kenner Star is a tabloid newspaper published monthly By Jeff Crouere can, state Representative Stephanie Hilferty, whose infrastructure woes. and is distributed by direct mail free to all registered legislative district includes significant portions of con- There are bright spots such as a hot real estate voter households in Kenner, numbering almost 20,000 households. An additional 2,000 copies are also distributed The biggest local servative Jefferson Parish. In the last presidential elec- market, a booming tourism industry, a developing each month in high traffic locations in Kenner. political election in tion, Democrat presidential candidate Hillary Clinton healthcare industry and the emergence of more high Publisher 2017 will be the race won 81 percent of the vote in New Orleans, while only tech jobs. Still, the next mayor will have difficulties in Kenner Star, Inc. for mayor of New Or- receiving 38 percent of the vote statewide and losing trying to resurrect the film and video industry which Editor leans. The qualifying in a landslide to Republican nominee Donald Trump. largely abandoned the city after the state tax credits Allan Katz period is from July 12 to Whoever is elected mayor of New Orleans will were severely reduced. The old standby industries of Managing Editor/Marketing Director July 14 and the primary election will be held on Octo- inherit a position with significant power regarding port, oil and gas are still a major economic factor, but Candy Lovitt ber 14, 2017. appointments, budgets and in dealing with the city there are challenges of increased competition and low Since incumbent Mayor Mitch Landrieu is term council. There is also a national media spotlight that energy prices which are impeding growth. Contributing Writers Mohammad Cheema, M.D. limited and unable to run again, there are plenty of po- always follows the mayor of New Orleans since the city One problem that will likely not bedevil the Marie Clesi tential candidates exploring a campaign for this open attracts almost 10 million tourists annually and hosts next mayor of New Orleans is the status of the Jeff Crouere seat. major conventions, sporting events and celebrations city’s four Confederate monuments. After favorable Dan Dormady The field will surely be large and may include such as Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest. court rulings in recent weeks dismissing lawsuits Mike Garms Michael Glaser several city council members. New Orleans District B Unfortunately, the next mayor will also take from preservationists, the Landrieu administration Craig Goodwin council member LaToya Cantrell and At-Large mem- charge of a city with serious troubles. Of course, the started accepting bids from companies to remove Isaac G. Joseph ber Jason Williams are both seriously considering the most pressing problem involves public safety. Accord- the monuments. The plan calls for the monuments Linda R. Martin race. In addition, state Representative Walt Leger and ing to FBI statistics, during the 2010-2015 period, New to be removed by May 19, giving the new mayor the Mark Reis state Senators Karen Carter Peterson, Troy Carter and Orleans was the murder capital of the nation per cap- challenge of what to do with the old monuments and Dennis E. Rinck, Jr. Rafael E. Saddy J.P. Morrell are all being encouraged by supporters to ita. To make matters worse, the murder rate and the what to place in the newly vacant monument posi- Michael Sigur enter the fray. number of overall shootings has risen in the last two tions, situated in high profile locations. Ken Trahan Also, considering the race is New Orleans Munic- years creating undesirable national headlines. The new mayor will also take office during an Guy Williams ipal Court Judge Desiree Charbonnet, Orleans Parish One obvious reason for the spike in murders is especially momentous time in the history of New Monica Williams, M.D. District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro and businessman the understaffed New Orleans Police Department, Orleans. In 2018, New Orleans will celebrate its tri- Ben Zahn Scott Zimmerman and reality TV star Sidney Torres. which is currently 500 officers below the preferred centennial, an impressive milestone for a city with a In the 2014 mayoral race, former Judge Michael size. Mayor Landrieu did not fund recruiting classes unique and colorful past. Copy Editors Melissa Drake Bagneris received 33 percent of the vote against the during the first four years of his administration, creat- The challenge for the next mayor will be to of- Monica Zeringue incumbent, Mitch Landrieu. In that election, Bagne- ing a manpower crisis. While there are now recruiting fer fresh thinking and creative solutions to tackle ris was unable to overcome a late entry into the race classes in place, the shortfall in officers will take many the city’s historic problems and provide results that Distribution Manager Jason Dormady and being seriously outspent by Landrieu. This time, years to overcome. will give the citizens of New Orleans the hope of a Bagneris has already loaned his campaign $50,000 to The next mayor will also face the usual litany of brighter future. Graphic Design Trevor Sprague jumpstart his second mayoral try and firmly stated financial woes. Despite increased fees, taxes, parking Printing that he is “definitely, unequivocally running.” tickets and new red light and speed cameras, the city Jeff Crouere is a native New Orleanian and Baton Rouge Press © 2017 Kenner Star, Inc. The only other candidate to “definitely” enter of New Orleans is always struggling for funds. For ex- his Louisiana-based television program, “Ring- All Rights Reserved the race is WGSO 990 AM talk show host Nathan Lau- ample, the district attorney’s budget was recently cut side Politics,” airs at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and KENNER STAR renson who will run as an Independent, while all the by $600,000, which put the office in a tremendous bind at 10:00 p.m. Sundays on PBS television station P.O. Box 641654 • Kenner, LA 70064 other potential candidates are registered Democrats. as it tries to keep investigations on pace with the in- WLAE-TV, Channel 32, and from 7:00 a.m. until Phone & Fax 468-9125 Laurenson will try to make history in a city that has creased murder rate. 11:00 a.m. weekdays on radio station WGSO 990 Email: [email protected] elected only Democrats as mayors since Republican Some problems have not changed in New Or- AM in New Orleans and the north shore. Crouere The content of all theme-based columns, Benjamin Flanders finished his mayoral term in 1872, leans in decades. The city has horrible street condi- is a political analyst for WGNO-TV ABC26. Visit written by respective professionals in this newspaper, is in no way intended to render advice, suggest a during Reconstruction. tions, a serious homeless problem, a high African- Crouere’s website at www.ringsidepolitics.com or course of action, or take the place of an individual New Orleans is so heavily aligned with the Demo- American unemployment rate, thousands of blighted email Crouere at [email protected]. consultation regarding that subject matter. crat Party that the city has only one elected Republi- properties, a sizeable poverty rate and significant KENNER STR  APRIL 2017 7 Government Increasing information flow to Kenner residents

By Ben Zahn – Kenner Mayor residents informed of events that are happening in and Kenner’s traditional Lundi Gras celebration. KTV Kenner. And there is more to come. programming is available on Cox Communications From a citywide Perhaps just as important as any single project We redesigned the city’s news release form to channel 76 and AT&T U-verse Channel 99. cleanup and battling we undertake is maintaining the highest level of trans- highlight the variety of resources through which we You may have noticed more activity on the city’s blight to improvements parency in everything we do. share information with the public and the media and Facebook Page. I want our followers and residents to from Rivertown to La- With helpful input from Kenner Deputy Chief Ad- how the public can access that information – through be aware of what’s going on in their city and in their ketown, there have ministrative Officer Kriss Fairbairn Fortunato and Pub- Facebook, Twitter, the city of Kenner website – www. government – from the demolition of the blighted old been no shortage of important enhancements and proj- lic Information Officer Bob Ross, we have expanded kenner.la.us – and the city’s free mobile app, found in hookah lounge on Williams Boulevard and the im- ects on our list of priorities. the means in which we provide information and keep your device’s app store under “City of Kenner.” pending completion of a 2030 project to beautify and Additionally, we considerably increased the num- enhance the west side of the intersection at Williams ber of people who receive our news releases, adding Boulevard and Vintage Drive to the cleanup in River- leaders from every civic association in the city and town and elsewhere throughout the city A lot of new developments on tap every city employee with a city government email ad- The citywide cleanup involves much-needed dress. This offers a wider outreach and flow of informa- pressure washing and repainting curbs, as well as for District 2 will affect all in Kenner tion about Kenner city government. repairing those that are broken, for a more attractive We realize there are some residents with no com- appearance. We also are addressing all major intersec- By Michael Sigur – Kenner District 2 Councilman puter access or those who use their computers in only tions throughout the city with edging where the grass a limited capacity. So we are also refocusing on our re- is overgrown and unsightly, as well as grass-cutting When my parents other project that will add jobs and revenue to the city. sources available to us at Kenner TV. needed in other areas. moved me to Kenner New businesses. A new hotel is set to open up We are now taking our KTV cameras to the streets We are happy to see the overwhelmingly posi- from New Orleans in behind the Chick Fil-A on Veterans Boulevard and on of Kenner to specifically highlight events, important tive reaction and supportive response to the increased the late 1950s, the city Williams Boulevard near West Esplanade, we will soon projects, helpful programs and other happenings in communication. of Kenner was a very small city. It only stretched from have a new urgent care center. Ochsner has joined with the city with video “news” stories. These videos play My staff and I are committed to keeping you in- the river to Veterans Highway – everything north of Vet- MHM and is remodeling the old First Bank and Trust regularly on KTV. They also have a permanent place on formed. In the coming weeks and months ahead you erans was woods. So I have watched and been involved building in 3400 block of Williams Boulevard to open a the KTV section of the city website, and can be found will continue to see more news releases, feature video in the growth of Kenner for a very long time. new care center. on the city’s Facebook page, Twitter page and on Ken- stories on KTV and Facebook and Twitter posts about We are in a period of growth now both for the city, Also, Habitat for Humanity has purchased city ner’s YouTube channel. all things Kenner. and for District 2, and the future looks great. Of course, land in front of the Kenner Brake Tag Station on Wil- One of our newest stories on KTV features the If you have any ideas on topics we may be miss- we already have some wonderful things in the city now, liams Boulevard and will build a ReStore facility that construction work to eventually install U-turns and a ing, please contact Bob Ross, Kenner’s Public Informa- such as the large number of stores, restaurants and rec- both accepts and sells donated items. Proceeds help crossover on West Esplanade Avenue by the Kenner tion Officer at [email protected]. reational activities that are available. fund the building of new homes for needy people. Market Center. Let me point out some exciting recent develop- 2030 Project. A project on Williams Boulevard Our KTV staff also produces videos highlighting Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn can be reached at 468- ments, as well as some future developments to look from Veterans Boulevard to West Metairie Avenue calls popular city events such as the Black Heritage Festival 7240 or by email at [email protected]. forward to: for the addition of a median being installed in the mid- The Kenner Market Center shopping center. dle of Williams Boulevard and J-turn lanes added to al- The first phase, with the Zoo Fitness Center, Parran’s, low for safer crossing of Williams. That project, expected Cop-A-Donut and a number of other popular businesses to begin next year, also includes landscaping and other has been open for about a year. Construction on Phase beautification. II is underway and we can look forward to many new Airport buyout development. A number of tracts stores in this part of the development in the near future. of airport buyout property are owned by developers and The construction on West Esplanade Avenue basi- we expect to see some ideas for commercial develop- cally in front of the Kenner Market Center is a project ments for these properties soon. to add a new canal crossover and U-turn lanes. This will This is an exciting time both for District 2 and the provide easier access to the shopping center, which ben- entire city of Kenner, and the future looks very bright. I efits shoppers, the shopping center and residents living am very happy to be serving as councilman of District 2 in the surrounding area. and enjoy serving the residents of the district as well as Car dealership activity. CarMax has bought the the whole city. land off of 32nd Street near The Esplanade mall and will Anyone with questions about issues in District 2 invest about $30 million to build a regional location for can call my office at 468-7248 and I will be happy to dis- this national car chain. Of course, that will mean new cuss them with you. jobs and an economic boost for the city. In addition, Ronnie Lamarque has begun work Kenner District 2 Councilman Michael Sigur’s on a $30 million expansion of his Ford dealership. La- office is located at 1801 Williams Boulevard in marque has said he will add a Lincoln dealership – the Building B, Suite 300 in Kenner. Councilman Sigur only one in the metropolitan area. In addition, he is can be reached at 468-7248 or by email at district2@ expanding his truck and used car sales area. This is an- kenner.la.us.

Rafael Saddy named Kenner Cultural Diversity Coordinator

On March 10, 2017, Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn ent ethnic groups we named Rafael Saddy as the first Kenner Cultural Di- have in the city,” Zahn versity Coordinator. said. “This is about Saddy, who is retired from the Henkel Corpora- being inclusive and tion, has more than 37 years of civic and community reaching out to all of outreach experience and previously was a Kenner our citizens.” Rafael Saddy Hispanic Liaison under former Kenner Mayors Louis While roughly one out of five Kenner residents Congemi and Phil Capitano. is Hispanic, Saddy said his job will be to meet the “As I talked to people, I heard again and again needs of residents representing the wide spectrum the desire for the city to have someone in the admin- istration who could meet the demands of the differ- page 22 8 APRIL 2017  KENNER STR Police April is “National Child Abuse Prevention Month” By Michael Glaser – Kenner Police Chief

This month and • Volunteer for a non-profit organization that sup- 8:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. (with a patron party sched- Kenner Police Department – 712-2222 throughout the year, ports families. uled for 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.) at the Audubon Department of Children and Family Services the Kenner Po- • Contact your local officials to advocate for poli- Aquarium of the Americas, 1 Canal Street in New – 1-855-4LA-KIDS (24-hour child abuse hotline) lice Department cies that strengthen and support families. Orleans. This festive evening will include live enter- and www.dss.state.la.us. celebrates and recognizes National Child Abuse • Become a foster or adoptive parent. tainment, delicious food, drinks and exciting auc- Child Help – 1-800-4-A-CHILD (national Prevention Month by encouraging all individuals During the month of April, the Kenner Police tions. For more information about the gala, includ- child abuse hotline) and www.childhelp.org. and organizations to play a role in making Kenner Department will participate in the “Pinwheels for ing sponsorship packages, as well as other Jefferson National Center for Missing and Exploited a better place for families. By ensuring that par- Prevention” campaign. “Pinwheels for Prevention” CAC activities/events, please contact Jefferson CAC Children – 1-800-THE-LOST (24-hour hotline) and ents have the knowledge, skills and resources they is a national movement which highlights the pin- Executive Director Erika Dupépé at 364-3857, by www.missingkids.com. need to care for their children, we can help prevent wheel as a symbol for child abuse prevention. This email at [email protected] or visit the CAC child abuse and neglect by strengthening families campaign puts focus on the belief that the preven- web site at www.jeffersoncac.com. Kenner Police Chief Glaser can be reached and communities. April is a time to celebrate the tion of child abuse and neglect makes a significant For more information about child abuse by email at [email protected]. Visit the Kenner important role that communities play in protecting impact on our communities, economy and our prevention programs and activities during the Police Department website at www.kennerpd. children. Everyone’s participation is critical. country. Pinwheel plantings help to create aware- month of April and throughout the year, you can com. You can also download the free Kenner Po- Below are some ways to help prevent child ness that there is a need for programs and policies also contact the New Orleans Children’s Advocacy lice Department mobile app for both Apple and abuse as a member of the community. that focus on child abuse prevention strategies. Center at 894-5484 or www.nocac.net, Prevent Android devices as well as access the Kenner Po- • Help to organize after-school programs for your Additionally, in honor of National Child Abuse Child Abuse Louisiana at www.pcal.org or their lice Department Facebook and Twitter pages for neighborhood children. Prevention Month, the Jefferson Children’s Advo- KIDLINE at 1-800-CHILDREN for parenting help the latest updated crime, traffic and other law • Offer to check in on your neighbor’s latch-key cacy Center (CAC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organi- by phone and the National Children’s Alliance at enforcement-related information. children. zation that provides direct services to child abuse www.nationalchildrensalliance.org. • Introduce children to the arts: museums, chil- survivors, has scheduled its sixth annual “Step Up Below are some contacts for reporting child dren’s theater/concerts and libraries. for Children” Gala on Saturday, April 22, 2017, from abuse.

Kenner Police Department Academy class 15 graduates

Kenner Police Chief Michael J. Glaser an- Monssen and Crystal Taormina. Three graduates tigation, psychological exams, physical fitness physical training and defensive driving. P.O.S.T. nounced that the Kenner Police Department’s are with the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office and one is assessment and final selection through an oral requires a minimum of 360 hours of instruction. Training Academy, its fifteenth, graduated on with the Westwego Police Department. administrative review board process. Upon completing the basic academy, new Ken- March 10, 2016. The graduation ceremony was Recruit Tyler Bird received awards for physi- Graduates abided by strict codes of dis- ner Police recruits assigned to the patrol divi- held at Heritage Hall, located at 303 Williams Bou- cal fitness, academic achievement and also re- cipline while they received over 604 hours of sion must also successfully complete a 16-week levard in Kenner’s Rivertown. The academy began ceived the Michael Louviere Memorial Award. training in various aspects of police work, such field training program, working with a veteran on November 7, 2016. KPD graduating recruits Graduates have successfully completed as legal issues, first aid, firearms, investigations, police officer. are Brionna Antoine, Taylor Arrington, Tyler Bird, a complex and stringent hiring process, which traffic services, patrol practices, report writ- Nicholas Gigliano, Michael LeBlanc, Alexandre includes passing an extensive background inves- ing, community relations, self-defense tactics, Government Regulation of recreational vehicles storage delayed for a year

On March 9, 2017, the Kenner City Council those who take issue with either side – those who viously set to be enforced on April 4, 2017, is one fined as recreation vehicles by the UDC, to be in ga- unanimously approved a proposal made by Kenner consider boats, trailers and RVs an eyesore and part of a new Unified Development Code (UDC) rages, driveways, backyards or side yards screened District 2 Councilman Michael Sigur to delay the those who don’t. A compromise solution could in- adopted by the Kenner City Council on March 16, off by fences or a hedge is now set to be enforced enforcement of the recreational vehicle storage clude a grandfather clause for those who are now 2016. The new regulation requires all movables, de- in April 2018. regulation for a year to give residents time to be- not compliant and/or a requirement for owners to come compliant and to give the city and city coun- register their recreational vehicles to allow for that. cil time to come up with a compromise solution for The new recreational storage regulation, pre- Kenner street repair and maintenance millage renewed

Attention Business Owners A ten-year street repair and maintenance as an annual payment to Jefferson Parish for property tax millage for the city of Kenner was building major streets in the city of Kenner such Be An Achiever! renewed by voters in a March 25, 2017 election. as Vintage and Joe Yenni boulevards and West With all 36 precincts reporting, in unoffi- Napoleon and West Metairie avenues. That debt cial results, the millage was renewed by 3,016 will be paid off this year and in future years the The Executive Generate Solid Leads of the 38,310 eligible voters with 2,271 voters money can be used to pay for additional street Achievers Association meets approving at 75 percent of total voters and 745 maintenance and repairs, as well as streets proj- for breakfast bi-weekly at 7 a.m. Learn Leadership Skills voters against. ects. The 5.59 mill property tax renewal gener- “We have committed to paying for a techni- Thursday, April 13 & 27 Be A Confi dent Public Speaker ates about $2.7 million a year for the city for cal analysis of the major and local streets in the roads. Approximately $900,000 of that annually city. We want to get a list of necessary projects at Messina’s Catering, funds Kenner’s Public Works Department Roads from an expert and make sure it covers needs 2717 Williams Blvd., Kenner Improve Profi tability and Drainage Division. throughout the city,” said Zahn. “We would not The millage renewal funds about 52 per- authorize any street projects unless they were cent of the total budget for yearly street repairs included on the list and were approved by the THE EXECUTIVE ACHIEVERS ASSOCIATION and maintenance in Kenner. The balance of the Kenner City Council.” Call Randy Lovitt at 504-836-7136 for more information on becoming a member money generated by the millage has been used KENNER STR  APRIL 2017 9 Community Free “Music in the Park” concert series Family-oriented “Movies in the Park” in returns in May Rivertown every Saturday in May

For the eleventh spring, the popular live “Mu- The city of Kenner’s Department of Parks and sic in the Park” concert series returns to Kenner’s Ri- Recreation will again sponsor a free community event, vertown, starting May 5, 2017. Rivertown will come “Movies in the Park,” in Heritage Park in Rivertown alive on four Friday nights as popular local cover each Saturday in May at 8:00 p.m. On May 6 through bands perform on the back porch of the Kenner Pro- May 27, 2017, “Movies in the Park” will be open to the duce Company shed of Heritage Park, located in the public and will feature full-length family-oriented mov- 300 block of Williams Boulevard. ie features shown on a 25-foot outdoor movie screen will be allowed. Pets are not allowed, as well. In addition to the free concerts, held from 6:30 with the band Treces Del Sur starting off at 6:00 p.m. in high-definition. Moviegoers are encouraged to The movies being shown are “Secret Life of Pets” to 9:30 p.m., booths will be manned by local food, re- with Epic playing from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. No bring chairs or blankets to enjoy the event which will on May 6, “Finding Dory” on May 13, “Trolls” on May 20 freshment and craft vendors. Guests are encouraged Idea will be performing on May 12. May 19 brings in be reminiscent of an old-time drive-in movie theater, and “Sing” on May 27. to bring lawn chairs for seating. No outside food or The Phunky Monkeys. 90 Degrees West will round weather permitting. Concessions will be sold, but in For more information call 468-7231 or visit www. drink will be permitted. out the series on May 26. order to keep the movies free, no outside food or drink kenner.la.us. Since the opening night of Music in the Park For more information call 468-7231. is Cinco de Mayo, there will be a special celebration Government Kenner adds second summer day camp location this year

“Leisure services in gearing up for another jam- Gym will be for children ages five to 12 and the Cheerleading and gymnastics mini-camps will be of- Service will offer various arts camps throughout the packed summer,” said Kenner’s Park and Recre- Butch Duhe Gym summer day camp will be for ages fered at Barbre Gym throughout the summer. Cheer- summer. The art camps vary by ages starting at age ation Department Leisure Service Manager Sharon three to 12. Each camp will offer in-house field trips/ leading camp is $70 for a full week of camp from 9:00 three. Gwin. “For our summer day camp we are introduc- events, arts and crafts, games, swimming and out- a.m. until 3:00 p.m. and will include instruction on The four-page center pull-out section of this ing a second location at Woodlake Gym, located at side field trips for a fee of $80 per week. Before care chants, cheers, tumbling, games and arts and crafts, April 2017 Kenner Star will feature summer day 131 West Esplanade Avenue. Due to overwhelming is included in the weekly fee and aftercare will be an The camp will end with a performance for parents camps, mini-camps and programs available this numbers and great success over the years at our additional $12 per week. Both camp locations begin on the last day. Gymnastics mini-camps will be summer for children, adults and children and their first location at Butch Duhe Gym, we decided to add on May 30, 2017 and end on August 4, 2017. three-day camps that offers a few hours a day on parents. a second location to expand and offer more avail- In addition to the full day camp schedule, the gymnastics instruction, tumbling, games and arts For more information on any of the Ken- ability to our residents.” Leisure Service Division of the Kenner Parks and and crafts. The gymnastics camp fee is $55 and ner Leisure Service programs visit www.kenner. The new summer day camp at the Woodlake Recreation Department will be offering mini-camps. will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Leisure recdesk.com.

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On March 15, 2017, Kenner Mayor Ben city’s aging and often-inoperable street sweep- SEE CENTER PULL OUT SECTION Zahn announced the city’s acquisition of a new er is more than 10 years old and is often in the street sweeper. “It arrived today and already shop. This council-approved street sweeper will has been sent out to clean up city streets. This make a big difference both with daily cleaning was a need that was identified shortly after I operations and in the aftermath of festivals and became mayor, as the details of a “Citywide events such as the Italian Heritage Festival and Cleanup Effort” were being put together,” said Lundi Gras.” Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn. “Unfortunately, the

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An at- that you will be taken care of according to your torney who focuses on estate planning can cre- wishes...and that your loved ones will be relieved • Motor Vehicle Accidents ate an advance directive for you and will know from having to make these tough decisions for your state’s laws. You can also create one on you during an emotionally stressful time. • Personal Injury your own, but you must make sure it meets your state’s requirements. Resources available to Marie M. Clesi is the owner of Marie Clesi • Admiralty & you include legal document creation software, Insurance Agency, Inc. 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Free Consultation Submit an anonymous tip Let us help you! directly to the Kenner Police 1824 Williams Blvd., Ste. C • Kenner, LA 70062 Department about Criminal / Corner of Williams & W. Metairie across from Kenner City Hall Drug Activity, a Wanted Subject, or Other Types of Suspicious incidents in your Community Go to www.kennerpd.com KENNER STR  APRIL 2017 11 Health Can a sleep apnea test be done at home? By Mohammad Cheema, M.D.

If you snore, have person goes through and quantifies the amount of excessive daytime sleep in each one of these sleep stages. It collects sleepiness, frequently awaken to use the bathroom at the data to correlate if you stop breathing during the night time, wake up with a dry mouth or a headache, night or if your oxygen level dips below a certain point. the chance of you having obstructive sleep apnea syn- An EKG is monitored for any abnormal heart rhythm. drome is much higher than a person without any of The body movements are recorded to evaluate for any these symptoms. sleep-related movement disorders. Did you know obstructive sleep apnea has a test If you are diagnosed with obstructive sleep to diagnose this problem at home in the comfort of apnea, a board certified sleep physician will discuss your own bed? treatment options with you and develop a plan. It’s called Home Sleep Apnea Test (HSAT). It allows you to sleep at home wearing equipment that Mohammad H. Cheema, M.D. Louisiana na- collects information about how you breathe during tive is a fellowship-trained sleep specialist who re- your sleep. There are a variety of home sleep apnea ceived his undergraduate degree at LSU-Shreveport, testing devices that have different sensors. These de- completed his residency at LSU-HSC in New Orleans vices are equipped to measure the blood oxygen level and fellowship in sleep medicine at Thomas Jeffer- and your breathing mechanism along with measuring son University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsyl- heart rate and sleeping position. The device is cali- vania. Dr. Cheema is the medical director at Sleep brated and given to the patient to wear at home and Center of New Orleans (SCONO), located at 4232 Wil- then data is collected and reviewed. The physician will liams Boulevard, Suite 108, the first of its kind ac- then determine the treatment modality depending on credited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine the results from the test. Although this type of testing (AASM) for treating children and adults with any is convenient, there are some circumstances when an of sleep-related conditions. Dr. Cheema is board cer- in lab sleep evaluation study is recommended for cer- tified in family medicine by the American Board of tain medical conditions including pulmonary diseases, Family Medicine and currently practices pediatric/ congestive heart failure or neuromuscular diseases. adult sleep medicine in the metro New Orleans area. As in lab sleep study (Polysomnography), HSAT To schedule an appointment call the Sleep Center at provides an in-depth analysis of the patient’s sleeping 405-5582 or visit the websites, www.myscono.com or patterns. It evaluates different stages of sleep that a www.sleep4mykids.com.

Five tips to help caregivers prepare for doctor appointments By Monica Williams, M.D. When accompa- may have, like a wheelchair. This is also a good time to nying someone you find out what types of tests and procedures your loved • • care for to a doctor’s one may need to be prepared for during the visit. Senior Living Assisted Living Memory Care appointment, it is important that you ensure they Take notes receive the highest level of care. Whether it is your During the course of a physician’s visit, a lot of Learn more about our vibrant and spouse, parent or grandparent, caregivers should information is coming your way in a short period of arrive to the appointment ready with questions and time. Be sure to take reliable notes during the ap- trailblazing community information that may be important. pointment so that you can have a reference point for Here are some tips for caregivers to make the important information gained when you get home. most of their loved one’s visit. Speak up Talk with your loved one At the end of the day, you are there to make Prior to the doctor’s visit, sit down and discuss sure your loved one receives all of the care they Call today what information is important to bring up to the phy- require and stays as healthy as possible. Be sure to sician and what questions you may want to ask. 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With this being said, it is still helpful to make a community health center and in private practice. Dr. a list of the medications and dosage your loved one is Williams, whose medical expertise is in disease preven- taking, including over-the-counter medications and tion and adolescent health, has also served as chief med- vitamins, to make sure all current and new prescrip- ical officer and enjoys impacting the health and well-be- tions interact safely. ing of health care facilities by educating her community Call ahead and fellow providers on key preventative measures that If possible, call the clinic ahead of your visit to make the greatest impact. For more information or to make them aware of any needs that your loved one schedule an appointment call 866-624-7637. 12 APRIL 2017  KENNER STR Law LET’S Louisiana’s “No pay, no play” law – What is it and how can it affect my auto accident claim? do business By Dennis E. Rinck, Jr. TOGETHER As a resident and driver in the state of other states as long as they carry the minimum Louisiana, you are required to have liability car insurance required by their home state. The insurance to cover damages you may cause to limitations also do not apply to passengers in the someone else and their property. The minimum vehicle, only the driver, unless the passenger is liability coverage limits required in Louisiana the owner or co-owner of the vehicle. are $15,000 of bodily injury coverage per person, Currently, 11 states have enacted some $30,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident form of “no pay, no play” laws, but Louisiana is and $25,000 of property damage coverage. These the only one to use this “deductible” type system. TO LEARN MORE INFORMATION ABOUT limits are usually referred to in short as 15/30/25. Most states simply bar the uninsured driver from Of course, you can always opt to purchase higher recovering anything for noneconomic damages, LEASING OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE ESPLANADE coverage limits for greater protection, but these (such as pain and suffering, mental anguish and are the minimum requirements. Those who loss of companionship, to name a few), but will PLEASE CONTACT THE MANAGEMENT OFFICE drive with less than these minimum coverages, still typically allow for recovery of actual medical or without liability insurance at all, are not only bills and property damages. These laws help re- AT 504-468-6116. subject to penalties and fines, but will also be inforce that all drivers need to comply with state limited in making insurance claims regardless of financial responsibility laws. Furthermore, ac- who is at fault in an accident. cording to the Insurance Research Council, the This comes from Louisiana Revised Statute states adopting “no pay, no play” laws are seeing 32:866, which is usually referred to as the “No a drop in their uninsured motorist rate. pay, No play” statute. The law limits the dam- Remember, anyone at any time can get into ages uninsured motorists can collect for prop- an accident. The best way to not be affected by Some say hard work is a lost art. erty damage and personal injuries regardless of the “no pay, no play” law is to stay insured. If who is at fault. The law states, in summary, that your current rates are too high, look for ways to an uninsured driver involved in a car accident save. Always shop around before dropping cover- I don’t think so. cannot collect the first $25,000 of a property age completely and getting yourself into a bad damage claim and the first $15,000 of a bodily situation. If you don’t have car insurance, the injury claim, regardless of fault. In other words, “no pay, no play” law could end up costing you the statute places a deductible of sorts (equal to much more than the cost of insurance. the state minimum liability insurance require- This information has been provided for in- ments) on the uninsured driver’s claims for formational purposes only and is not intended damages, which in many instances will negate and should not be construed to constitute legal the entire amount of the damages. advice. There are, however, some exceptions to the “no pay, no play” law. The law does not apply to Dennis E. Rinck, Jr., a member of the Lou- vehicles that are legally parked at the time of the isiana State Bar, is a lifelong Kenner resident, accident. 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ARTWORKS – AGES 6&UP TUMBLING – AGES 6-14 drawing experience necessary and all supplies are included! Learn to have fun with art! Young artists will be introduced to the fun- This is for boys and girls to help enhance their tumbling skills. Beginner Wednesday fi lled world of drawing and painting. They will use watercolors and classes start at forward rolls and advance to backbend kick-overs. The June 7 – July 12 Fassbender Center acrylics to complete their paintings. The camp will end with an art show. intermediate class must be able to do their backbend from standing and 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Class fee: $30 Please send your child with an old shirt to use while painting. Supplies will advance to back handsprings. The advanced class must already included in class fee. Instructor: Brenda Gruber. have back handspring and will advance to back tucks. CARS PARTY - AGES 6&UP Excited about the new Cars movie coming out? Monday - Friday Mondays Jump start your excitement by completing a Lightning June 12 - June 16 July 10 - July 14 June 5 - July 31 McQueen painting and learn how to make rice krispie 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. (Beg.) Barbre Gym treat stoplights. All supplies included! Fassbender Center Camp fee: $45 (per session) 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Inter/Adv.) Session fee: $40 Friday GYM TOTS – AGES 3-4 June 16 Fassbender Center ART CLUB – AGES 6&UP 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Class fee: $20 Join the club that explores creativity and imagination. Projects completed This class will teach kids basic gymnastics skills on all of the equipment, in ceramic, paint and crafts. All supplies included. Art Club will end with fl exibility, and coordination while improving their self-esteem and UNICORN PARTY - AGES 6&UP an art show for family and friends. Instructor: Lisa Childs. making gymnastics fun and exciting. Parents will be invited for an Open House on the last day! Join us for a fun kids night out. This workshop Monday - Friday kids will Include a unicorn painting and June 26 - June 30 July 24 - July 28 Wednesday the kids will learn how to make rainbow cupcakes. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Barbre Gym All supplies included! June 7 - July 26 Class fee: $40 Fassbender Center Camp fee: $45 (per session) Friday INTRODUCTION TO GYMNASTICS – AGES 5-10 July 21 Fassbender Center SPLATASTIC CAMP – AGES 3-5 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Class fee: $20 Designed specifi cally for pre-schoolers this will include creative projects This is an introduction to our yearlong gymnastics program. Gymnasts that help expand their imagination and creativity. Painting, coloring, will learn basic fl exibility, strength, and gymnastics skills and explore JUNIOR CHEF - AGES 10&UP sculpting, slathering and more are used to create original projects. their love for gymnastics. Gymnasts will use all four apparatus vault, Learn beginner around the kitchen. This cooking workshop kids will learn Instructor: Shannon Guibor uneven bars, balance beam, and fl oor exercise. how to make popular New Orleans recipes to complete a great meal. Wednesday Check out kenner.recdesk.com under the program description for full Monday - Friday menus. Instructor: Chef Tom Beckmann June 19 - June 23 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Barbre Gym July 17 - July 21 Fassbender Center June 7 - July 26 Class fee: $40 Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Camp fee: $45 (per session) June 6 Recreation Offi ce HIP HOP – AGES 8&UP 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Class fee: $20 KENNER KLAY CAMP – AGES 7-15 Learn the latest hip hop moves and combine them for a fun and energetic routine to hottest music. Hip hop is an excellent way for kids to stay in KIDS NIGHT OUT - AGES 5-11 This is a great class to introduce your child to all aspects in ceramics. A class project in greenware and bisque are included along with all paints shape and improve confi dence. Wear loose clothes and tennis shoes. Let’s make the most of the summer! and brushes. Extra pieces will be available for purchase after class Students will have a small performance at the end of the session. This is a fun kids’ night out that includes games, arts and crafts, a projects are completed. Class will end with a ceramic show. Instructor: Wednesday bounce house and pizza. Instructor: Toni Bacino June 28 - July 26 Fassbender Center Saturday July 8 Woodlake Gym Monday - Friday 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Class fee: $30 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class fee: $25 June 19 - June 23 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m TENNIS – AGES 7-14 PINTSIZE PAINT PARTY – AGES 6&UP July 17 - July 21 Fassbender Center Playing tennis on a regular basis can help maintain or improve balance, Saturday 10:00 a.m. - Noon Fassbender Center Workshop fee: $15 July 31 - August 4 Camp fee: $45 (per session) mobility, agility, strength and fi tness. Come out and see why they say Beauty and the Beast Adventure Time tennis is a “sport for a lifetime” This class consist of 8 lessons and ends CARTOON DRAWING – AGES 7&UP with a fun tournament! Instructor: Toni Bacino This class will teach the basics of drawing. You will learn how to turn basic shapes into some of your favorite characters. All supplies included. Thursday Instructor: Shannon Guibor June 15 - August 3 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. (Beg.) Alabama Tennis Courts Monday 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Adv. Beg.) Class fee: $40 June 19- July 31 Fassbender Center June 24 July 29 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Class fee: $30 KARATE – AGES 6-14 GIRL POWER! This is a Tae Kwon Do karate class that will teach self-esteem, confi dence, Modeling Girl Power!The class will instruct the students on public KIDS IN THE KITCHEN – AGES 8-13 discipline, positive thinking, eye-hand coordination, balance, fl exibility, speaking, introductions, and public speaking. Two modeling routines, It’s time to get your hands dirty and create delicious foods on your own. self-defense and respect for others. We offer higher belt classes at later focusing on posture will be taught - one in dress and one in sportswear This camp will teach basic but fun recipes that the kids are sure to love. times. Check kenner.recdesk.com for information. Instructors: Award of their choice. The class will culminate with a modeling show at Barbre Instructor: Amanda Mitchell. Winning, Master Candace Frisard, Master Daniel Truxillo & Matthew Gym on August 5th. Instructors Debbie Reese and Maddie Brayton. June 14 - June 28 Recreation Meeting Room Hinkamp. Monday 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Camp fee: $35 Tuesday & Thursday (Ages 5-7) (Ages 8-13) May 16 - August 17 Barbre Gym June 26 - August 5 June 26 - August 5 CHEERLEADING CAMP – AGES 5-14 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Class fee: $60 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. This is a one-week camp that will teach basic technique, tumbling and Fassbender Center Class fee $35 stunts. A routine will be taught throughout the week and performed for parents on the last day of camp. Bring a bag lunch. Monday - Friday June 26 - June 30 July 24 - July 28 Barbre Gym 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Camp fee: $70 per session MUSICAL THEATRE – AGES 9 & UP THEATRE CAMP - AGES 9-15 GYMNASTICS CAMP – AGES 5-14 Whether you are interested in acting, singing and/or dancing Join us for a two-week theatre camp. This camp will focus on This is a gymnastics camp where boys and girls learn skills on vault, this program is for you! This class will help improve your self- all aspects that go into preparing for a performance including bars, beam and fl oor. This camp is jam-packed with gymnastics, games, confi dence, memory, public speaking, discipline, social skills acting, singing, dancing, set design and more. The camp will and arts and crafts! and more. Class will culminate with a show at the end of the end with a performance for family and friends on the last day. program. Show will be on August 5th.Instructor: Debbie Reese. Grants available for low income families. Contact Community May 31 - June 2 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m Development for an application 468.7588. July 5 - July 7 Barbre Gym Tuesday and Thursday August 7 - August 9 Camp fee: $55 June 20 - August 5 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday Fassbender Center Class fee: $60 June 12- June 23 July 10 - July 21 Barbre Gym 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Camp fee: $125 per session 2017 LEISURE SERVICE SUMMER PROGRAMS LS3

BEACH BUMS PLATTER - ALL AGES PASTA MAKING - AGES 9&UP Together learn how to make pasta from scratch then top it Create this unique summer platter using the feet of your off with an Alfredo sauce that you will make from scratch for CERAMICS – AGES 5&UP child(ren) and together paint this creative beach scene. Piece will be fi red this fun night out cooking as a family. Instructor: Chef Tom Join us for a day of ceramics! Each of you get to choose your piece off and usable as a food platter or a pretty decorative piece for your home. All Beckmann of the shelf to paint. All supplies needed to complete your ceramic supplies included and no drawing experience needed! projects are included. Instructor: Toni Bacino Thursday July 20 Recreation Offi ce Monday Monday July 10 Fassbender Center 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. June 12, August 7 Fassbender Center 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m Fee: $18 per family Fee: $15.00 (One parent and One child; 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Fee: $10 per family member Additional child $5.00) TENNIS DOUBLES – AGES 8 & UP BEGINNER DOG OBEDIENCE This class offers parents and children the game of tennis This is a beginner obedience class for dogs or puppies at least 6 months doubles. Parent and child team together learn the basic old. Your dog will learn basic commands and how to behave while on a techniques and rules for the game. KENNER KLAY STUDIOS leash. Dogs must be up to date on rabies, DHP, and parvo vaccinations. Tuesdays Bring vaccination records to the fi rst class. Dogs do not attend the 1st class. Ceramics is back and better than ever. Sign up for the class of your June 6 - August 1 Alabama Courts Instructor is an AKC-approved Canine Good Citizen evaluator. choice. Beginner and Intermediates work on bisque and advanced work on 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Class fee: $40 per pair greenware. (Kenner Klay Studios - 468-7593). Saturday June 10 - July 22 Woodward Gym Beginner/Intermediate Advanced 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Class fee: $35 Monday Tuesday COUPLES COOKING 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. INTERMEDIATE DOG OBEDIENCE Learn how to cook as a team! This is a fun night out with your signifi cant Fee: $20/month 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. This is an intermediate obedience class for dogs who have a basic start on other or spouse. Together learn how to prepare a 3-course meal. Check out Fee: $35/month heeling, sit, down, come and stay. Your dog will learn the skills required to kenner.recdesk.com under the program description for full menus. Instructor: ART WITH ACRYLICS pass the 10 parts of the Canine Good Citizen evaluation. Dogs must be up- Chef Tom Beckmann Learn the exciting and versatile medium of acrylics! You will be taught the to-date on rabies, DHP and parvo vaccinations. Bring vaccination records Friday, July 14 Recreation offi ce basics and develop your unique creative touch. Supply list is given at the fi rst to fi rst class. Training with dogs starts fi rst class. Dogs come to fi rst class. 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m Class fee: $35 day of class. Instructor: Jane Read. Instructor is an AKC-approved Canine Good Citizen evaluator. MIXED MEDIA ART Monday Saturday Use different forms of mediums to create some really unique pieces. In this April 17 - June 12 June 10 - July 22 Woodward Gym series students will create their portrait using magazine pages, complete a June 19 - August 7 Fassbender Center 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Class fee: $35 perspective painting, staining, ink wash, layering of translucent imagery and 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Session fee: $40 COMPUTER FOR BEGINNERS pen mark making. PAINT FOR FUN Feeling uneasy by all of the talk you hear about computers? If so, this class Thursday An adult oil painting “recreation art” class that will amaze each student with is for you! Computer Classes starts at the beginning, and covers the basics, July 13 – August 3 Recreation offi ce a fi nished painting. Students will receive an art supply list on the fi rst day of including: parts of a computer, how to open and close programs, How to use 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m Class fee: $30 class. Instructor: Brenda Gruber. a mouse. This class will also cover internet and email for beginners as well. Instructor: Inez Shaw. MINI FAIRY GARDEN Wednesday Tuesday Put together this whimsical garden built for a fairy. We will use gardening April 19 - June 7 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. May 9 - June 13 Council on Aging materials with fun fairy items to complete this project for your garden or patio June 21 - August 9 Session fee: $40 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Class fee $40 area. All supplies included! Saturday April 29 Heritage Park PAINT STUDIO PIYO FITNESS CLASSES Workshop fee: $18 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. This is an introductory class to the world of art and painting. Each week you PiYo combines the muscle-sculpting, core-fi rming benefi ts of Pilates with the will explore different kinds of mediums including acrylics, oils, watercolor strength and fl exibility advantages of yoga. And, we crank up the speed to and pen & ink. You will complete a project in each medium. Instructor: deliver a true fat-burning, low-impact workout that leaves your body looking Brenda Gruber long, lean, and incredibly defi ned Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday and Thursday June 6 - June 27 July 11 - August 1 May 9 - June 22 FITNESS POP 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. July 6 - August 10 Adult Gym Fassbender Center Session fee: $30 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Class fee: $35 Our fi tness classes are now all inclusive! WATERCOLOR COOKING SERIES All of our fi tness classes are available to you for one Learn the basic watercolor techniques. Beginner knowledge of drawing is not Learn beginner and intermediate techniques around the kitchen. This low monthly fee. All of our basic classes will be offered necessary. Supply list will be given on fi rst day of class. Instructor: Brenda cooking workshop includes hands-on learning the 5 “mother” sauce bases. Gruber. Check out kenner.recdesk.com under the program description for full menu. every month along with some specialty classes. Instructor: Chef Tom Beckmann Thursday Tuesday April 20 - June 8 April 18 - May 23 Wednesday Monthly fee: $15.00 June 22 - August 10 June 14 - June 28 Recreation offi ce 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m Class fee: $50 Session fee: $40 Session fee: $35.00 SAUCE MAKING MON TUES WED THURS FRI Fassbender Center Fassbender Center Learn how to make the 5 “mother” sauces Espanole, Bechamel, Velote, Hollandaise and Tomato. Once you learn these then your sauce creations TENNIS LESSONS 9:00 AM (Fass) 9:00 AM (COA) 9:00 AM (Fass) 9:00 AM (COA) become endless. Check out kenner.recdesk.com under the program Body Sculpt Sit and Fit Body Sculpt Sit and Fit Playing tennis on a regular basis can help maintain or improve balance, description for full menus. Instructor: Chef Tom Beckmann mobility, agility, strength and fi tness. Come out and see why they say tennis is a “sport for a lifetime.” This class consists of 8 lessons and ends with a July 27 Recreation offi ce fun tournament! Instructor: Ellie Chavis. 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m Class fee: $20 Tuesdays 5:30 PM (HH) 5:30 PM (HH) June 6 - August 1 Alabama Courts Circuit Circuit 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Class fee: $40 R MUS C O 6:00 PM (AG) 6:30 PM (HH) 7:00 PM (AG) 6:30 PM (HH) TENNIS LEAGUES Zumba Yoga Flow Zumba Yoga FLow Men and women’s leagues are available and are not for beginners. Awards will be given at the end of the league. Registration remains open until leagues EGIIG APRIL R 7:30 PM (AG) are fi lled. League play will begin in June. Call 468-7268 for information. P R O Zumba S League fee: $35 L S C LS4 2017 LEISURE SERVICE SUMMER PROGRAMS

“THROWBACK THURSDAY” PAINT NIGHT We are taking one of our past successful paintings from our Paint party vault and putting it on a special 10 x 20 canvas. All supplies included and no drawing experience needed. Thursday PAINT PARTY May 25 Fassbender Center Enjoy a night out with friends, refreshments and painting! 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class fee $20 This is a unique experience to see how talented you can be. Each person will leave with a completed painting SLATE PAINTING at the end of the night. All supplies included. In this workshop we use old roofi ng slates as pour canvas. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Workshop fee: $20 All supplies included. Instructor: Brenda Gruber. Dance & Thursday August 3 Fassbender Center Gymnastics 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Class fee: $20 DATE NIGHT Grab a friend, family member, spouse or signifi cant other and enjoy date Registration night. Each person will complete a 16x20 canvas painting that can be put together to make one large wall art or each person can take their painting June 15 - “Musical Fleur de lis” June 29 - “Moonlight” July 12 - “Streetcar” home as a solo piece. No experience needed and snacks and supplies are August 7th included! Instructor: Shannon Guibor EASTER STAINED Friday GLASS June 23 Fassbender Center AN TI Complete this 8x10 stained glass 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class fee: $20 per person piece with the basic techniques M M in stained glass making. All supplies! CERAMIC PAINT NIGHT Tuesday April 11 Come out for a fun night painting ceramics. No drawing experience need because Fassbender Center we apply the pattern for you. All supplies included! Instructor: Toni Bacino 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Fridays 6: 00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Fassbender Center Workshop fee: $20 Class fee $15 WREATH MAKING This is perfect for summer. We will be using wreath making techniques to make this unique door hanger. All supplies included. Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Workshop fee: $35 Watermelon Platter June 30

Adult Sippy Cups July 28

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Recreation Athletics All athletic registrations can be done online at https://kenner.recdesk.com. Your online account must be complete in order for your child to participate in any recreation programs. If you don’t have computer access you can go to your local playground for registration Monday – Friday 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. All soccer registration will be taken 2017 CITY OF KENNER at Highway Park. If you are a fi rst time player or current player with an expired ID, HOLIDAY CALENDAR you must report to the Kenner Parks and Recreation offi ce for processing. Memorial Day Mon., May 29 Please bring an original birth certifi cate and proof of residency! Independence Day Tues., July 4 Labor Day Mon., Sept. 4 Thanksgiving Day Thurs., Nov. 23 Veterans Day (observed) Fri., Nov. 24 Christmas Eve (observed) Fri., Dec. 22 Christmas Day Holiday Mon., Dec 25 Soccer registration begins April 3, 2017 New Year’s Eve (observed) Fri., Dec. 29 New Year’s Day Holiday Mon., Jan 1 Football, Cheerleading, Volleyball & Bounceball No programs or classes will be held on the city of Kenner holidays listed above. Classes or programs that occur on begins August 7, 2017 a holiday will not be rescheduled. NO PROGRAMS OR CLASSES WILL BE HELD ON THE CITY OF KENNER HOLIDAYS LISTED ABOVE. CLASSES OR PROGRAMS THAT OCCUR ON A HOLIDAY WILL NOT BE RESCHEDULED. KENNER STR  APRIL 2017 13 Banking

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13h at 5:30pm. 14 APRIL 2017  KENNER STR Sports The City of Kenner Community Development Department ANNOUNCES Saints continue aggressive pursuit of fixing defense April Housing Activities By Ken Trahan The Kenner City Council Proclaims April as Fair Housing Month Give Mickey Loo- the 2016 season. APRIL 6, 2017 5:00 P.M. mis and Sean Payton The Saints drafted Anthony in the first round credit. in 2015 and he set a rookie record for tackles in Kenner City Council Chambers • 1801 Williams Blvd. Their massive overhaul of a defense in need of franchise history, only to be moved to strong side Information table will be hosted with fair housing and other valuable consumer a near total makeover continues with the acquisi- linebacker and disappearing in 2016. He ended the information from the Community Development Department and the U.S. Dept. of HUD. tion of Manti Te’o to play linebacker. Te’o has agreed season on injured reserve. Affordable Housing Fair & Exhibition to a two-year deal with the Saints, according to vari- The addition of Robertson, along with Nate ous reports. Stupar and even Michael Mauti have helped over APRIL 19, 2017 6:00 P.M. Te’o was a second-round pick of San Diego the last two years at linebacker. The Exhibition Hall • Rivertown • 415 Williams Blvd. out of Notre Dame in 2013. In four seasons with the Previously, the Saints signed defensive end Come out and hear about programs and funding available for First- time home buyers. Chargers, Te’o started 34 of the 38 games in which Alex Okafor, who was also injured a year ago but Meet representatives from the Jefferson Parish Finance Authority, he appeared but he has suffered through an injury- showed his toughness by playing with a torn biceps local banks, government agencies, realtors, and others. plagued NFL career. muscle. They re-signed Nick Fairley to play defen- Free Movie Night In 2016, Te’o played in just three games due sive tackle and added Klein. The ongoing conversa- APRIL 25, 2017 6:00 P.M. to an Achilles injury. Te’o enjoyed his best season in tion regarding Malcolm Butler continues in intrigu- 2015, when he was in on 83 tackles, had an intercep- ing fashion. Kenner Planetarium • 2020 4th Street tion and forced a fumble. While Butler is a good, sometimes very good Come and enjoy a free movie and refreshments as we highlight current housing segregation issues. Te’o, 26, visited the Saints a week ago. player, is he worth giving up a No. 1 draft choice for AMERICA DIVIDED uncovers racial discrimination and gentrifi cation in New York City, Te’o clearly had a booster in his acquisition as him, even the 32nd pick? but housing segregation and discrimination happens everywhere, every day. However, new Saints linebackers coach Mike Nolan coached The Saints would be best served to wait out the The Federal Fair Housing Act protects our right to rent an apartment, buy a home, obtain a mortgage, or purchase homeowners insurance free from discrimination based on: Te’o in San Diego in 2015. process. If no one else signs him to an offer sheet, Race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or familial status. Te’o is capable of playing inside linebacker or then if you really want him, offer nothing more than at strong side linebacker for the Saints. Te’o (6-1, a second-round choice this year and perhaps a sec- Community Seminar – Know Your Rights as a Tenant 241) joins A.J. Klein as an offseason acquisition by ond or third-round pick down the road, if you feel he Guest Speaker & Presenter: Honorable Judge Roscoe Lewis the Saints at linebacker. Klein projects as a starter can make a serious impact. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19TH 6:30 P.M. at the inside spot. The Saints also have Dannell New Orleans is finally positioned to build well Hispanic Resource Center • 4312 Florida Ave. Ellerbe, Craig Robertson and Stephone Anthony re- with five of the first 103 picks in the NFL Draft and Hear about the laws, your rights as a tenant, your lease agreement and avoiding eviction. turning at linebacker. seven picks overall. You win and build through the The good news is that Te’o is a good athlete draft. THESE EVENTS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. who can play. New Orleans appears to have had a solid draft The bad news is that he has not played enough, in 2016, which would end a trend of bad drafts. Now, E. “Ben” Zahn Arleeta O. Terrell – Director along the lines of Ellerbe. we wait to see if the signing of Te’o, Klein and Okafor Mayor, City of Kenner Community Development Dept. In 2013, Te’o missed three games. In 2014, he will turn out better than those of Brandon Browner, missed six games. In 2015, he missed four games be- Jairus Byrd and Laurinaitis. fore missing 13 a year ago. In all, Te’o has missed 26 First and foremost, cross your fingers that all games in four years while playing in 38, missing just three remain healthy, a real issue in recent years. over 40 percent of the games for San Diego. If healthy, Klein, Okafor and Te’o can definitely up- Te’o has been in on 233 tackles and has record- grade the athleticism and overall performance of a Assurance Care Provider LLC ed 1.5 sacks. defense in desperate need of help. At Notre Dame, Te’o finished second in the Then, make sure you address your needs prop- Mr. Ron Tassin, CEO Heisman Trophy balloting in 2012 to Johnny Manziel erly and soundly in the draft. The names most associ- of Texas A&M. ated with the 11th overall pick for New Orleans are One in fi ve families are affected by a mental health disorder. Te’o won the Nagurski Trophy, Butkus Award, defensive ends Taco Charlton of Michigan, defensive One in four Americans will be diagnosed with a mental health Lombardi Award, Bednarik Award, Maxwell Award end Derek Barnett of Tennessee and linebacker Ru- and Walter Camp Player of the Year in his senior ben Foster of Alabama. condition this year. The good news is that mental health conditions season, becoming the first player in college football With the 32nd pick, quarterback Pat Mahomes are treatable. The earlier a mental illness is caught, the sooner history to sweep the six awards. He was also a first- of Texas Tech, Deshaun Watson of Clemson, corner- it can be treated, and the quicker life can get back on track. team Academic All-American. Te’o recorded over back Gareon Conley of Ohio State and cornerback 100 tackles and seven interceptions for the Fighting Tre’Davious White of LSU are possibilities. The Irish in 2012. Saints recently had Mahomes in town while White OUTPATIENT SERVICES The Saints have tried to fill the void at inside or Conley could fill a real need if Butler is not head- Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services linebacker continuously over the last five seasons ing to New Orleans. Located in the Kenner Rivertown Community since Jonathan Vilma stepped away from the game One other wild card is running back Christian after 2013 due to a knee injury. Additionally, they have McCaffery of Stanford, who would fit the Saints of- tried valiantly to address an overall need for athletes fense to perfection. He has the skill to be the missing ➢ Over 14 Years of Services at all linebacker spots but they have often dealt with piece to the offense lacking since the departure of ❖ injury injuries, before and after acquiring players. Darren Sproles and Reggie Bush before that. The is- CARF ACCREDITATED Curtis Lofton was brought in and played de- sue is that McCaffery is rising in draft circles and will ❖ cently from 2012-14. He was released in March of 2015. likely be gone prior to the 32nd overall pick. Certifi ed by the Offi ce James Laurinaitis was signed for the 2016 sea- You live and die in the NFL through the draft of Behavior Health son but he failed miserably at being the player the process. The more picks you have, particularly in team hoped he would be. Laurinaitis did not even early rounds, the better your chance of succeeding make it out of November, when he was waived by the on a long term basis. Let’s hope the Saints have the OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH team in mid-season after playing in just six games, memo. SUBSTANCE ABUSE | REHABILITATION starting just four and making no impact at all. In other moves in recent years including all Ken Trahan serves as sports director of WGSO Counseling and Therapy ❖ Crisis Management linebacker spots, in 2014, the Saints drafted Khairi 990 AM/WGSO.com, is president and general manager Medication Management Fortt in the preseason but he suffered a leg injury in of www.SportsNola.com and hosts “Sportsnola TV” on game two of the preseason. Monday nights at 6:00 p.m. on WHNO, TV 20. Trahan ASSURANCE CARE PROVIDER NOW HIRING: Also in 2014, the Saints selected outside line- is the general manager and chairman of the board of Medical Assistant-Work during clinic part-time, can become full time evening hours. backer Ronald Powell in the fifth round despite suf- the Saints Hall of Fame Museum in the Mercedes-Benz Mental Health Professional(MSW Degree)-fi eld work with a caseload. fering a severe knee injury at Florida. He did play Superdome, runs the Life Resources Sports Ministry Please email resume or call the offi ce. one season with the Saints. and hosts All Access SportsTalk on WGSO, 990 AM and In 2015, the Saints drafted Hau’oli Kikaha as WGSO.com on Monday, Thursday and Friday at 6:05 Hours: 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday an outside linebacker despite the fact that he had a p.m. as well as “The Three Tailgaters Show” on Satur- 2145 Rev. Richard Wilson Dr. (formerly Jefferson Hwy.) pair of torn ACL injuries while at Washington. Kika- day morning from 10:05 a.m. to noon with Ed Daniels 472-0068 • [email protected] ha suffered another torn ACL last June and missed and Rick Gaille. KENNER STR  APRIL 2017 15 Airport Rapid growth prompts decision Easter Savings to expand new North Terminal By Mark Reis – Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Interim Director of Aviation

At the March terminal will feature a mix of great national brands EXPIRES 2017 meeting of the and local concepts that are sure to provide something 4/30/17 New Orleans Aviation Board (NOAB), members of- for every traveler. Proposals from Delaware North- ficially voted to expand the new North Terminal facil- Chase Catering and Concessions joint venture and PURCHASE OF $400 OR MORE PURCHASE OF $500 OR MORE ity from the planned 30 gates to 35 gates. The deci- HMS Host-Coaxum Enterprises-Kaleidoscope Strate- Must be presented at time of purchase, tire purchases must include nitrogen sion to begin construction on a five-gate expansion gies joint venture were officially approved on March and road hazard protection plan, gift certifi cates excluded now was made due to the extraordinary passenger 23, 2017, by the New Orleans City Council. Combined, growth experienced at Armstrong International in these programs host a total of nine James Beard ★ OPEN SATURDAYS! ★ 8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. ★ the last several years and the expected future growth Foundation recognized chefs and restaurants. indicated by our airline partners. The Delaware North-Chase Catering joint ven- Tires • Alignments Travel demand to New Orleans is steadily increas- ture delivers local favorites like MoPho and Pizza Do- Balancing • Oil Changes ing, bringing opportunities for airlines to launch new menica and inspired restaurants like Leah’s Kitchen, routes and add more service. Today, Armstrong Inter- named in honor of the legendary Leah Chase, and Shocks • Air Conditioner national serves 58 non-stop destinations on 17 airlines. Folse Market by Chef John Folse. The HMS Host joint Work Struts • Brake Service Last year, the airport served an all-time record 11.1 venture with partners Coaxum Enterprises and Ka- Batteries • Belts • Hoses million passengers and continues to see new interna- leidoscope Strategies provides national chains like tional and domestic flights. New international service Starbucks, Burger King and Panda Express while Tune-Ups • CV Joints includes non-stop service to London-Heathrow with still including New Orleans flair with Mondo by Su- Fuel Injection Cleaning British Airways, which began on March 27, 2017, and san Spicer, Cure cocktails and more. seasonal service to Frankfurt, Germany, with Condor Although the project remains on schedule, the 4200 Williams Blvd. launching on May 3, 2017. Other international destina- board approved the recommendation to open the en- tions include Cancun, Mexico; Panama City, Panama; tire facility in February 2019 when the expansion is 465-1312 Punta Cana, Dominican Republic; Toronto, Canada; scheduled for completion. This will prevent any issue 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and San Pedro Sula, Honduras. New domestic flights with logistics that may have been caused with two sepa- Monday - Friday with Southwest Airlines begin April 30, 2017, with sea- rate opening dates. More developments with our North sonal, twice-weekly service to Raleigh-Durham, North Terminal Project are coming soon. Two retail operators 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Carolina, and Columbus, Ohio. Spirit Airlines will also will be selected by a committee for the program in the SATURDAYS begin service to Cleveland, Ohio; Baltimore/Washington, North Terminal on April 18, 2017. For more information www.scottystireandauto.com DC; and Orlando, Florida, in May. Then in September, about the project and monthly updates, please visit our SE HABLA ESPAÑOL Alaska Airlines, together with Virgin America, will be- website at www.flymsy.com. gin daily, non-stop flights from New Orleans to San Fran- cisco. This enplanement and departure growth is much Mark Reis, Louis Armstrong New Orleans Inter- higher than forecasts predicted at the start of planning national Airport Interim Director of Aviation for may for the North Terminal Project. Therefore, additional be reached at [email protected]. Check your local gates are necessary earlier than originally anticipated. listings for the air time of the Armstrong International Time to Stop Waking Up The new North Terminal program including Airport 30 minute television program, “Airport Alive” the five-gate expansion will cost $993 million and or view it on the airport website, www.flymsy.com, by measure approximately 972,000 square feet. The new clicking on the “Airport Alive” link on the “News and Ready for A Nap! terminal will have more than 3,400 parking spots in- Stats” page. You can now follow the airport on face- cluding a 2,190-car parking garage and surrounding book.com/MSYAirport and Twitter @NO_Airport. To NOW OPEN! surface lots, a central utility plant and a ground trans- find out how to be a volunteer at the airport, click on portation staging area that will be independent of the “Ambassador” on the airport’s website homepage. parking facility. The concessions program in the new Sleep Center of New Orleans TREATING ADULTS AND CHILDREN

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www.kennerstar.com 468-9125 KENNER STR  APRIL 2017 17 Home Fixes for condensation in double-pane windows spray various liquid solutions onto the inside faces of the panes through the By Dan Dormady top hole and suck them out through the bottom hole. Once the window is function of nature. Condensation is also a sure sign that gas-filled windows clean and dry, the holes are sealed with little vent plugs that allow air and Most experts agree that condensation are no longer so. And since there’s no way to reseal an insulated window, water vapor to escape the window cavity but don’t let them back in. or fogging inside of a double-pane window replacement of the glass is the only option for restoring maximum thermal Will this process work for your windows? It might. Or it might not. technically is not a fixable problem – at performance, in addition to solving the condensation problem. As men- There are numerous consumer accounts in both directions. In any case, least not in the sense that your window can tioned, most glazing on insulated windows can be replaced as a unit, which restoration companies commonly claim that their process costs one-third be restored to its original level of performance. Presently, there are two saves you the expense and remodeling work of replacing the entire window, to one-half as much as glass replacement. And don’t even consider a ser- different ways to deal with condensation – either replace the window (you frame and all. vice that doesn’t offer a money-back guarantee. can usually replace only the glass unit and not the whole window) or hire a If your windows are still under warranty, the first step is to contact You should examine your options carefully. If you decide to try restora- local company to drill holes in the outer pane, clean the windows from the the supplier or manufacturer, since replacement may be free. If the war- tion and it doesn’t work, you won’t really devalue the window further, since it inside and install one-way air vents to help prevent future condensation. ranty has expired, it’s still a good idea to consult with the manufacturer to has already failed. On the other hand, if the restoration isn’t satisfactory and Double-pane windows, also called “insulated” or “thermal” windows, discuss the recommended replacement options. Many local glass compa- the company doesn’t make good, you’ll be out the cost of restoration and will are made with two panels of glass sandwiched over a spacer and sealant, nies can also fabricate new window units in any size. still be faced with paying for new glass. Of course, if thermal performance is creating a space between the panes that is filled with air or with a gas, usu- While insulated window restoration companies may claim that their a high priority, replacement is clearly the best option. ally argon or krypton. It is this sealed space that gives the window most of processes can restore most of your window’s thermal performance (in addi- its thermal performance. The spacer may also contain a desiccant material tion to eliminating condensation), these claims remain in dispute. Dan Dormady, P.E. is a licensed professional engineer and licensed to help absorb moisture in the air within the sealed space. Condensation in The only way to rid a thermal window of condensation is by removing home inspector and the president of Criterium-Dormady Engineers, a locally a thermal window typically indicates a failure of the seal between the glass the moist air in between the panes and replacing it with dry air. And there owned consulting engineering firm specializing in residential and commer- panels and/or saturation of the desiccant. is a professional service based on this very technique. Thermal window cial building inspection services. Dormady can be reached at 456-6999, P.O. Because a failed seal allows fresh air and water vapor to enter the restoration or repair companies come to your house and drill a small hole Box 113565 Metairie, LA 70011-3565, or at [email protected]. Crite- space in between the panes, a condensation problem simply becomes a (3/8-inch or so) at one top and bottom corner of the affected window. They rium-Dormady Engineers’ website is www.criterium-dormady.com. Real Estate Setting the stage: Markets in Midwest, South take top billing in 2017

By Linda R. Martin Install new house numbers and iron for a more traditional look, or go for a cottage feel with painted wood If you have old or faded house numbers, grab a new set for as low as boxes. Also try mixing flowers and plants to suit your light conditions and Everyone’s home needs a facelift once $2 per number. There are many selections to complement your house such color scheme. in a while, but you may be reluctant to make as stainless steel, brass or aluminum. If you really want to go all out, try a Light your walkways and carport any changes because of the cost. We under- custom option. Low-voltage landscape lighting makes a huge impact on your home’s stand that caution, but as Realtors, these im- Repair or update mailbox curb appeal while also providing safety and security. These fixtures add ac- provements can end up paying for themselves once you are ready to sell. With Mailboxes either help or hurt the curb appeal of your house, so make cent lighting to trees, bushes and the house and they can illuminate a walking that DIY spirit in mind, here are ten ways to boost your curb appeal without sure yours is working in your favor. Whether you have a mailbox attached to path, too. If you are unable to use wired lighting, try solar fixtures instead. breaking the bank. your home or near the street, you can repair it at a low cost. Your upgrade Repaint siding and trim Dress up your front door options include repainting, staining, polishing or buying new to match the Any obvious defects, such as cracked, chipped or rotting material can Attract buyers by giving your front door a blast of color! This can be exterior of your home. downgrade the aesthetic and quickly turn away potential home buyers. A done either by painting your old door or by installing a new custom wood door. Mow, fertilize and water your lawn quick fix is a new coat of paint on siding and trim that quickly improves the Clean off any dirt spots around the door knob and locks and put on the finish- Keeping a healthy, green and pristine lawn is crucial for increasing curb look of a home. ing touches by using a metal polish to give it an eye-catching shine. The entry appeal. Fertilize and water your yard to help it grow full and vibrant and mow Add cute patio furniture to your home should also reflect the home’s interior, so you can also add a it weekly to keep the grass short and easy to maintain. Socializing isn’t limited to the backyard! If you’re lucky enough to have a wreath that represents your personal style. Pressure wash exterior features sizable front porch, use it to create a simple yet inviting outdoor room. Add a Plant and maintain a garden Over time our homes gather dust, mold and grime naturally, so you need comfortable bench or chairs to create a nook for conversation and relaxation. Planting a garden in front of or alongside your house is a very afford- to become friends with a pressure washer that blasts through this unwanted Narrow porches do well with a comfy chair and small table. Larger porches able way to augment the aesthetics of your home. Research your local garden dirt and leaves your house looking new and fresh. Candidates for washing in- can accommodate a few cozy rocking chairs or a porch swing. centers. This is a favorite spot to grab plants and pots that are inexpensive. clude your driveway, walkway, shutters and paneling. Bring the party to your entrance by placing plants asymmetrically on your Install window boxes and/or shutters Linda R. Martin, who is licensed in Louisiana, can be reached at front porch. Window boxes, shutters and trimming offer a fast, easy way to add some 443-6464 or at her Gardner Realtors office located at 4140 Williams Bou- color and charm to your home’s appearance. Choose boxes made from copper levard in Kenner, LA. Gardner Realtors is a local independently owned and operated company. Visit the company website at www.gardnerReal- Government tors.com. JEDCO unveils updated website renovation including new features

The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JED- content for the “Newsroom” section of the site. Users can read the blog, CO) has announced the launch of its updated website. The renovated site check out what the media are saying about the organization, watch vid- features a bold, user-friendly design to match the organization’s new logo eos produced in-house or view local success stories. and brand, which was unveiled in early 2016. Adding new information, JEDCO expanded its list of business re- Much of the content on the site, such as comprehensive informa- sources to include a variety of local organizations and businesses that COMPLETE tion about tax incentive programs, financing options available to busi- play a vital role in the health and success of Jefferson Parish’s economic ness owners and site selection tools, remains the same. In addition to climate. Organizations like Greater New Orleans, Inc., the Jefferson PEST & TERMITE CONTROL that, JEDCO incorporated some new features into the update, includ- Chamber of Commerce and the Louisiana Small Business Development ing a “Why Jefferson Parish” page. This section of the website provides Center are valuable resources to local business owners and JEDCO users with a snapshot of Jefferson Parish. Site selectors and interested wants to provide easy access to their sites. business owners can find information about parish demographics, cur- JEDCO’s new website is mobile-friendly providing easy access on rent business climate and quality of life in the community with just a few a variety of platforms. The new site is easy-to-use whether being viewed simple clicks. on an iPad, laptop or phone. 4400 Wabash Street, Metairie, LA 70001 In addition to the press releases JEDCO puts out on a regular basis, JEDCO’s website will be updated regularly. Visit the JEDCO web- (504) 888-4941 • fax (504) 888-8120 the economic development commission will also develop exciting new site at www.jedco.org. 18 APRIL 2017  KENNER STR Education Career and technical education provides real world skills for all students By Isaac G. Joseph – Jefferson Parish Public School System Superintendent

I attended the have earned an Industry-Based Certification in As much as CTE benefits our parish as a Isaac G. Joseph is the first African Ameri- annual Governor’s manufacturing and has on-the-job experience whole, it means even more to our students. can superintendent of the Jefferson Parish West Bank Lun- from his paid industry internship. He’ll also Today’s CTE is a balance of high-level academ- Public School System (JPPSS); the largest and cheon with a spe- have college credits from our dual enrollment ics and real-world application, whether it’s most diverse school district in Louisiana serv- cial guest recently. Mark Breecher is a senior program with Delgado Community College. As witnessing the complex science behind an in- ing 48,000 students. During his 30 year career at Fisher Middle-High and our half-day career Mark begins to plan for “what’s next” after high ternal combustion engine or writing a detailed with the district, Joseph served as an educator, technical school, Cuillier Career Center. Gover- school, he’ll do so equipped with a nationally business plan. CTE students graduate high dean of student services, principal, assistant nor John Bel Edwards was the keynote speaker. recognized credential and professional experi- school-certified and experienced in an array of superintendent of human resources and execu- As Governor Edwards spoke about ways to move ence in an industry deemed high-need and high- industries, from health care and automotive to tive director of grants and federal programs. our parish forward, I thought about how fitting wage by the Louisiana Workforce Investment business management and digital media. it was to share the table with a young man who Commission. CTE is for all students, regardless of after exemplifies the type of student we need to help Jefferson Parish needs more students like graduation plans. I urge you to learn more about build the best Jefferson Parish. Mark and our many other CTE success stories. the options available to our students. Visit our Thanks to his work in our career and Studies show that CTE plays a vital role help- website at www.jpschools.org or call 736-1874 technical education (CTE) program, Mark will ing American businesses close the skills gap. A for more information. graduate with much more than a high school di- highly skilled workforce attracts more business ploma. This standout machine shop student will and industry to our community. Airport Vacation Express adds more flights to Cancun from New Orleans

On March 14, 2017 Vacation Express an- The additional direct flights will supple- to a money-saving deal. Money-saving bundles bean, Mexico and Costa Rica and most recently, nounced expanded service to Cancun from Lou- ment Vacation Express’ nearly sold out non- start at only $39 each way with the “Preferred Cuba. Now in business for over 25 years, Vaca- is Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. stop flights departing between May 21 and July Plus” upgrade which includes two complimen- tion Express is one of the country’s largest and The additional direct flights begin Friday, May 30, 2017. This morning service to Cancun will tary alcoholic beverages, a snack box, roomy most trusted tour operators. Travelers may book 19 and run weekly through June 16, 2017. include a quick stop in Tampa to pick up more front-row seating and a free checked bag weigh- Vacation Express’ exclusive, non-stop packages “We are excited that Vacation Express will travelers and still arrive in Cancun with plenty ing up to 44 pounds. through their travel agent, directly by phone provide additional service from New Orleans of time to enjoy the afternoon sun. Travelers can purchase roundtrip airfare seven days a week at 1-800-309-4717 or online at to Cancun this season,” said Mark Reis, Louis Vacation Express’ roundtrip flights are op- for as low as $317 with all taxes included or Vacationexpress.com. Exclusive charter flights Armstrong New Orleans International Airport erated by Swift Air, LLC on Boeing 737-300 se- bundle air with an all-inclusive resort package. are operated by Sunwing Airlines, Allegiant Air, Interim Director. “These added flights will en- ries aircraft. These value-packed flights provide Based in Atlanta, Vacation Express, part Swift Air, LLC, VivaAerobus, Dominican Wings hance the weekly, non-stop flight by giving more travelers with a complimentary non-alcoholic of Sunwing Travel Group, is a tour operator and Volaris. people the opportunity to enjoy this popular va- beverage and snack. Each traveler is permitted specializing in quality, affordable vacation cation destination.” one free carry-on bag and the option to upgrade packages to over 30 destinations in the Carib-

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Century Title_0515.indd 1 4/26/15 6:13 PM KENNER STR  APRIL 2017 19 Health Treatment of overuse injuries to the elbow By Craig Goodwin

Overuse injuries are common in sleeping. The wrist and hand will get into a position at night muscles of the forearm should begin. Doing wrist curls will help orthopedic medicine and are charac- while sleeping causing an increase in pain along the lateral el- the muscles strengthen, restoring normal function in the area of terized by chronic irritation of a body bow area. If severe, the use of a wrist splint at night may help pain. Also, using a small soft ball to squeeze will help build the part. Overuse injuries are also re- decrease these symptoms. strength in the hand and forearm areas that are crucial to sup- ferred to as repetitive strain injuries. At the elbow, the two most Golfer’s elbow is an overuse tendonitis that causes pain on port the elbow during activity. common overuse injuries are tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) the inside of the elbow. There are several reasons that this injury and golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis). Although the pain is may occur in golf, but one main cause occurs when a golfer hits located at the elbow, one must understand that the cause of the his iron shots “fat” or takes a deep divot, causing repeated stress Craig Goodwin, physical therapist, is president of Kenner pain is from repetitive motion at the wrist and hand. to the tendons on the inside of the elbow. Any repetitive motion Orthopedic and Sports Therapy located at 3921 Williams Bou- Tennis elbow is an extremely common cause of elbow pain that occurs with the wrist flexing can cause medial elbow pain. levard in Kenner and at two other locations in Metairie and on due to chronic irritation to tendons on the outside of the elbow. The treatments of these conditions consist first and fore- the West Bank. Goodwin graduated from LSU Medical School This condition is often seen in tennis players with one cause of most of correcting or eliminating the movement and/or skills that Department of Allied Health Department of Physical Therapy pain coming from the wrist breaking when hitting a backhand are causing the condition. When pain is first noticed, the use of in 1987. The professionals at Kenner Orthopedic and Sports stroke. Tennis elbow is also seen in occupations or skills that re- ice and rest is advised and then a stretching of the tissue on top Therapy can be contacted via email at [email protected] quire repetitive hand motion with the use of tools. of the forearm for tennis elbow or the bottom of the forearm for or by visiting www.orthosportstherapy.com. An excessive use of a computer keyboard at an improper golfer’s elbow is needed. Maintaining normal flexibility in these height can cause lateral elbow pain as well. Someone that is ex- areas will allow for normal blood flow and healing. Once the pain periencing this condition will sometimes report night pain while begins to subside, the use of a small weight to strengthen the

Ochsner Health System named among “150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare”

On March 6, 2017, Ochsner Health System was recognized by ees and promote tomorrow’s leaders. Many organizations have placing a priority on employee engagement, professional develop- Becker’s Healthcare as part of their list of “150 Top Places to Work implemented employee recognition and mentorship programs, ment and job satisfaction, we have created an environment that in Healthcare” for 2017. This annual list recognizes organizations coordinated employee and family outings, and provided volun- continues to attract the top physicians, clinicians and profession- committed to fulfilling missions, creating outstanding cultures teering opportunities to support the local community. als in the healthcare industry, all of whom are committed to our and offering competitive benefits to their employees. “It is an honor for Ochsner Health System to be recognized goal of saving and changing lives one patient at a time.” Through nominations and an internal review process, Beck- by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the 150 top places to work in The “150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare” list features both er’s Healthcare’s annual list acknowledges organizations that healthcare,” said Tracey Schiro, Ochsner Health System Senior healthcare provider organizations and other healthcare-specific have gone above and beyond to make their hospitals, health sys- Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. “At Ochsner, companies. tems and companies great places to work. The organizations in- we understand that our employees are our most important re- For more information on career opportunities at Ochsner, cluded encourage professional development among their employ- source in providing the highest quality of care for our patients. By visit www.Ochsner.org/careers.

FREE – FAMILY NUTRITION EDUCATION CLASS SERIES Free nutrition classes, food tasting and incentives SABELLA’S are waiting for you at the Martin Luther King Community Resource Center. PLUMBING The city of Kenner Community Development Department is hosting a 4-part series of SMALL JOBS nutrition classes in partnership with the LSU AgCenter. Repairs • Drain Cleaning DO YOU WANT TO… During the month of April, make a • Save money at the grocery store? commitment to improve your health. Hot Water Heaters • • Plan and make delicious and Join the Expanded Family Nutrition healthy meals? Education Program – EFNEP. Residential Repairs • Make the best use of your SNAP Servicing Metairie & Kenner and WIC benefi ts? IT’S FREE! 885-0399818-0007 EFNEP is for parents with young children, pregnant women Sammy Sabella Owner/Operated and adult caregivers (grandparents and guardians) Licensed Master Plumber Over 25 Years who have primary care of children. EFNEP offers to you FREE Group nutrition classes – Food demonstrations, exciting new 0213-SabellasPlumbing.indd 1 1/25/13 7:33 PM recipes and samples and tastings – Useful home and family resources like lunch bags, insulated shopping bags, water bottles and more –Healthful eating tips to help prevent disease The class schedule for the month of April is ADVERTISE Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, & 25. – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Martin Luther King Community Resource Center • 1042 31st Street – Kenner in the All Kenner residents are encouraged to call and register for this 4-part series of nutrition classes that will improve your health, energy level and cooking skills. KENNER STHR FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO PRE-REGISTER CALL ROSE BEHAN AT THE MLK COMMUNITY CENTER AT 466-0697. PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL SESSIONS TO GRADUATE. 468-9125 Program Presenter: Gabrielle Smith of LSUAG Center 20 APRIL 2017  KENNER STR Community t. erome K N I G H T S OF COLUMBUS How to protect your finances By Rafael E. Saddy Seafood Dinners Fish Plates • Shrimp Plates • Soft Shell Crab • Combo Plates • Stuffed Crab Plates For many years the best financial situation in response to the Fed’s Crawfi sh Etoufee • Super Seafood Plate • Grilled Shrimp Salad • Hush Puppies low interest rates have actions. However, for those who are not that savvy, Crawfi sh Kickers Gumbo • Crab Cakes • Soft Shell Crab • Grilled Shrimp Plates punished savers and seek professional assistance to guide you to get in the Grilled Fish Plates • Grilled Combo Plates • Soft Shell Crab Plates • Crawfi sh Pies borrowers have been best financial position. Business owners can start by Lenten Dinner Dates - Ash Wednesday Mar 1st thru Good Friday Apr. 14th rewarded. Now it seems the tide is turning around as contacting the U.S. Small Business Administration for Oen Eer Fria in Len 11am-7m the Federal Reserve in December raised a key inter- assistance at 1-800-827-5722 or www.sba.gov. For as- Oen Eer Fria 11am-1m Lnh Seial est rate, again in March and signaled another possible sistance in Spanish, click the link “SBA en Español.” two increases by the end of this year. Now, keep in Bno Follo Fih Fr - 7:00m mind “the Fed can change its mind” warns Christine Community announcements Bono ae 428 - 519 - 616 - 721 - 818 - 915 - 1020 - 1117 - 1215 Benz with Morningstar, an investment research and April 15 –Income taxes due. It is that time of the Phonein rders isa/Mastercard/Discoer ccepted management firm. But if they don’t, here are some year and every person that receives income, resides in 10 Floria Ae. • Kenner, LA 70065 • 469-676 or 52-7107 ways you can protect your finances the United States and fulfills certain requirements is Credit card – Almost all credit cards have vari- required to file an income tax return and to pay any able interest rates which could go up within 60 days taxes that are due. Everyone must file, including in- every time the Fed raises its rate. If you carry a bal- dividuals not in permanent residence status. Hispan- MOTHER’S DAY IS MAY 14! ance it’s suggested you transfer it to one of the credit ics in T.P.S. and/or pending on legalization status are cards that offers interest-free and/or low interest for encouraged to file taxes to avoid any complications the maximum time period you can find. with the Internal Revenue Service. If you are not sure Mortgages – They are impacted the most by in- about how to file an income tax return, ask the proper 15% Off flation and fixed rates. Keep an eye out here as home authorities for guidance. If you do not have a Social Se- loan interest rates could rise if the economy continues curity number, the IRS will issue an ITIN number. This Gift Certifi cates to improve and inflation heats up. If buying a house, is not a Social Security number but a number assigned Purchase May 2 - May 14 you might consider an adjustable rate mortgage specifically to individuals so they can file a tax return (ARM) with a fixed five year term. and pay their taxes. For further information contact Home equity line of credit – These interest rates the IRS or your local registered tax accountant. could rise within three months after another Fed rate Kenner Hispanic Resource Center – The center raise and you will see a bump on any outstanding line offers various programs as well as access to informa- of credit. If bigger repayments become a problem, con- tion and referrals for all sorts of issues. For informa- tact your lender and explore other options. tion call 469-2570. Auto loans – Interest rates should stay fairly low Hablemos Claro – Kenner TV (Cox Cable chan- due to aggressive competition for your business. How- nel 76 or U-verse channel 99) has Hispanic TV pro- 465.9590 | www.georgyssalonspa.com | 701 West Esplanade Avenue • Kenner, Louisiana 70065 ever, the best rates are offered to borrowers with good grams every Wednesday at 9:00 p.m. and Sunday at credit scores. If you are not one of them you need to 8:00 p.m. For more information and program schedule, boost your credit score by paying down your current go to www.kenner.la.us and click on the Kenner TV balance. logo or go to the Kenner TV Face book/You Tube page. Give your family Savings and CDs – If the Fed continues to hike I leave you with this thought. “Good health is not rates, more than likely interest rates on savings ac- something we can buy. However, it can be an extreme- Peace Of Mind Today counts will raise towards the end of the year. If you ly valuable savings account.” Pre-planning your funeral should be a natural part of life, because are going to invest in CDs, invest in CDs that should mature in a year to give you the flexibility to reinvest Rafael E. Saddy is a public relations officer for it provides you with time to make end-of-life decisions in a as interest rates go up. The same should be applied to the Latin American Civic Association of Louisiana calm and rational atmosphere bonds. Stick with shorter terms that are less sensitive (LACAL) and serves on the governing board of direc- to rate change. tors of Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner. Email Saddy If you are familiar with financing and interest at [email protected]. Correspondence should Call Today: 466-8577 rates you probably know what to do to put yourself in be sent to P.O. Box 640284, Kenner, LA 70064-0284.

from all of us at the Kenner Star KENNER STR  APRIL 2017 21 Entertainment Easter eggs for grown-ups at Treasure Chest By Mike Garms – Treasure Chest Casino General Manager

Remember and you don’t have to skitter across the lawn worry- hunting for Easter ing about grass stains. Just insert your B Connected eggs when you were a kid? Scouring the yard for card into any slot machine to see if you’re a winner. little polycarbonate ovals filled with money or Of course, if you want to get down on the candy? Getting mad at your big brother or sister lawn, we won’t stop you. Well...within reason, of for being faster than you? Or maybe you were that course. In fact, we’re encouraging it this April big brother and sister and didn’t see why you had with a “Crawfish Boil on the Lake!” Friday, April 7 to let your little sibling win when chocolate was on and 21 from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m., enjoy craw- the line. You’re a grown up now and unfortunately fish and free live music on our front lawn. Each wrestling with another adult, even a sibling, platter is $10 for B Connected is considered to be ill-advised. members and $15 for But Treasure Chest Casino non-members. has some good news: Beer and bev- Even though you’re erages will all grown up, there’s be available still Easter prizes to for purchase be had. And like you, and as always, they’ve only gotten bigger. a portion of all pro- In fact, we’re staying open all ceeds will support local Easter weekend so you can take advantage of all the charities. food, fun and winning. We’ll open Thursday, April 13 As your neighborhood casino, you don’t have to at 8:00 a.m. and won’t close until Monday, April 17 hunt too hard for some incredible Easter eggs this at 5:00 a.m. April. It’s all happening at Treasure Chest Casino so Easter wouldn’t be Easter without a huge Eas- as always, we’ll see you on the lake! ter feast. Ham is always delicious, but for some rea- As usual, Treasure Chest Casino guests must son Easter ham always tastes way better. Get to Trea- be 21 or older to enter the casino and become a B sure Chest from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Easter Connected member. Membership is free and rules Sunday and let our chefs take care of the cooking and restrictions apply. and the carving. Pile your plate high with all your Ask a Banker to Learn More. Easter favorites as often as you want for just $25.99! Mike Garms is the general manager of Trea- Ride to a branch or go online. | GULFBANK.COM | 800.223.2060 And we weren’t kidding about the Easter Egg sure Chest Casino which is located at 5050 Wil- Hunt. Easter Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m., liams Boulevard in Kenner on Lake Pontchartrain GCB_KStarFreeChecking17.indd 1 12/14/16 11:41 AM 1,000 B Connected member accounts will be loaded in Laketown. For more information, visit www. with $100 up to $1,000 slot dollars! That’s way more treasurechestcasino.com or call 443-8000. Kenner School Spotlight: than the pennies you used to find in your Easter eggs Washington Montessori School Washington Montessori School is a campus rich in tradition and history. The school celebrated its 80th Free live entertainment for April at Treasure anniversary last school year, and Chest Casino Chest Casino continues to offer an environment where all students are empowered to Treasure Chest Casino offers free live enter- The casino’s phone number is 443-8000. Visit the achieve success and build character. tainment in the casino’s Caribbean Showroom. casino’s website, www.treasurechestcasino.com, Treasure Chest Casino is located in Laketown at for more information. Washington Montessori’s theme 5050 Williams Boulevard in Kenner. The casino is Below is a list of entertainment with schedule for this school year is “We are ALL open 24 hours on Friday and Saturday and from and times subject to change. in this TOGETHER.” Along with a challenging academic curriculum, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday. students benefit from a strong connection to the Kenner community and Sat., April 1 Sun., April 9 Wed., April 19 Wed., April 26 the school’s network of alumni. 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. The Water Meters WTIX Oldies Show Harvey Jesus & Fire Harvey Jesus & Fire Darlene Turnbull is the principal of Washington Montessori School. The Sun, April 2 Wed., April 12 Thurs., April 20 Thurs., April 27 school is represented by Jefferson 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Parish School Board District V Member WTIX Oldies Show Harvey Jesus & Fire No Idea Top Cats Cedric Floyd. Washington Montessori Wed., April 5 Thurs., April 13 Fri., April 21 Fri., April 28 is located at 606 Clay Street in Kenner. 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Closed Private Party 8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. For more information, call 504-464-9111 Harvey Jesus & Fire Cullen Landry & The New Suit Fri., April 14 Midnight Streetcar or visit Washington.jpschools.org. You Thurs., April 6 8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. Sat., April 29 can also keep up with the latest school 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. New Orleans Quarter Sat., April 22 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. news by liking Washington Montessori Foret Tradition Note Band 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. The Blenderz Band on Facebook. Good Feelin’ Band Fri., April 7 Sat., April 15 Sun., April 30 8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Sun., April 23 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. KENNER PUBLIC SCHOOLS New Orleans Jukebox Flipside 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. WTIX Oldies Show Alexander Elementary, Audubon Elementary, Bonnabel High, Chateau Estates WTIX Oldies Show Elementary, Clancy-Maggiore Elementary, Greenlawn Terrace Elementary, Sat., April 8 Sun., April 16 Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy, Roosevelt Middle, 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Schneckenburger Elementary, Washington Montessori, G. T. Woods Elementary Monster Crawfish WTIX Oldies Show This public service announcement is sponsored by the Shane Family Foundation. 22 APRIL 2017  KENNER STR

Stagni We Shop For You! from page 1 sues that impact our district and Louisiana.” HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE percent of the vote. Stagni, a business owner in Kenner for 29 “I want to thank everyone who exercised years, grew up in the city of Kenner and served Homeowners insurance provides their right to vote despite the terrible weather. as Kenner District 2 Councilman from 2006 until coverage for your home and personal I am humbled and honored to have earned the term limited in 2014. belongings. Liability coverage is another overwhelming confidence of voters in Metairie, The unexpired state representative term critical component. Kenner and St. Rose,” said Stagni. “I am looking ends in January 2020. forward to working hard to tackle the tough is- Single Family Homes Condominiums Rental Properties Much More

467-0800 Martiny 3409 Williams Blvd. from page 1 why when the Jefferson Parish District 4 Council PROUDLY seat became available upon Ben Zahn’s election REPRESENTING www.guffeyinsurance.net SINCE 1987 House of Representatives member and currently as to mayor of Kenner, I decided to run. For twenty- a state Senator representing District 10. Martiny is three years I have served the people of Kenner in Guffey_0516.indd 1 4/23/16 7:26 PM presently chairman of the Senate Commerce Com- the legislature. I have earned a reputation of being Orthopedic mittee and chairman of the Louisiana Judicial Com- the ‘go to guy’ who can work across party lines, to pensation Committee. find consensus among differing opinions, to bring Center for “I want to thank my constituents for allowing civility where there was acrimony, and to make me the honor of representing District 10 in the leg- government work for the people it’s meant to serve. islature, first in the House of Representatives and That is the spirit I will bring to the Jefferson Parish Sports now in the Senate. Together, we’ve accomplished Council.” a great deal,” said Martiny. “Now, I would like to Martiny and his wife Nina, are the parents of Medicine spend more time working for them locally. That is three sons and grandparents of two grandsons.

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FREE ESTIMATES REPLACE FIRE HAZARD FUSE BOXES WITH CIRCUIT BREAKERS Lake Trail they have needed a pumping station for 20 years. SAVE 20% ON INSURANCE We’re glad the waiting is finally coming to an end We install from page 1 over and are glad we were finally able to address this Automatic Standby 30 Years Corps of Engineers and the East Jefferson Levee chronic and serious need.” GENERATORS experience District as well as the Jefferson Drainage Depart- The work, started in April 2016, has been 455-2355 ment,” said Councilman Reynaud. “Jose Gonzalez, done by Global Industrial Construction. Duplaisir L i c e n s # 2 8 6 1 3 No Job Too Small - We Do all! METAiRiE KENNER N.O. AREA the former Kenner Public Works Director, who is says their contract calls for an April 25 completion L A LICENSEDLICENSED •¥ BONDEDBONDED ¥ • INSURED INSURED OWNEROWNER RONNIERONNIE BELLACIBELLACI now Jefferson Parish Public Works Director, was date and they are on schedule to be finished by heavily involved in this project and I give him credit then. “The contractor is in progress of working on for making this project happen. Mike Quigley, Ken- finishing up the roadway repair portion of the proj- ner’s former chief administrative officer was instru- ect, adding a guardrail and placing a secure fence ATTENTION mental in helping begin the process of getting the around the pumping station,” said Duplaisir. “I’m initial capital outlay money.” sure that when we cut the ribbon for the dedication KENNER RESIDENTS State Senator Danny Martiny and state Rep- of the pumping station there will be a celebration on resentative Julie Stokes managed the capital outlay Lake Trail Drive.” Do you need assistance with your rent or utilities process to get funding through Louisiana’s Legisla- Senator Martiny said many citizens and Ken- Are you being evicted and/or your utilities turned off tive Capital Outlay program. “This represents the ner Council members contributed over the years to largest amount of capital outlay dollars received by the civic and governmental push that finally culmi- The City of Kenner the city of Kenner from the state in the last twelve nated in the state grant that made the pumping sta- Community Development Department has an years,” said Councilman Reynaud. tion possible. “It has truly been a long haul and ev- “City officials who also played key roles in get- eryone who contributed to this outcome has a right mergency ent tility Assistance Program ting the funds for the pumping station were former to feel very proud that this project is finally going to Mayor Michael S. Yenni – now Jefferson Parish be completed,” Martiny said. that you may ualify for president – and Kenner Councilman Reynaud,” said “The Lake Trail project has been a long and Representative Stokes. “It was a team effort. Mayor lengthy process and we are all glad to have helped TO BE ELIGIBLE YOU MUST: Yenni and Councilman Reynaud were very helpful. to finally fix a very serious problem for our residents,” • Be a current resident of Kenner (six month minimum) Many of the residents on Lake Trail Drive said that said Councilman Reynaud. • Have a valid drivers license or state I.D. • Have a court ordered eviction notice signed by a judge Ochsner • Have a utility disconnect notice in your name from page 1 enhancing Kenner from both an aesthetic and eco- • Cannot currently be on any public rental assistance programs nomic perspective.” Schnadelbach said as more patients are enrolled Schnadelbach said the costs of the new • Income verifi cation required – income guidelines apply at the center, it is very likely there will be more therapy and wellness Center were part of an $8.7 To pick up an application or receive additional information on program job openings. He said that in addition to doctors, million investment by Ochsner in Kenner to add requirements please call or visit any one of the following Community Centers: nurses and office personnel, the center staff incu- new facilities and upgrade others. “I think we Hispanic Resource Center Kenner Food Bank des physical therapists, occupational therapists are very fortunate to be located in Kenner,” said 4312 Florida Street 317 Oxley Street and speech therapists. Schnadelbach. “Kenner is a very welcoming and 469-2570 - Rebecca Hasbun 468-7204 Emily Arata, director of economic develop- inclusive community and there is a bond between Martin Luther King Resource Center ment and community initiatives for the Ochsner the Ochsner Medical Center employees and the 1042 31st Street • 466-0697 - Rose Behan Health Systems, said, “This new state of the art community. I think that the new therapy and well- facility will expand much needed services for the ness center will bring Ochsner and Kenner even Kenner community and all the other communities closer together. We are a very busy place right now that we serve. It will expand our therapeutic and and I am sure we will see the number of patients wellness services by more than 50 percent while that we serve continue to increase.” E. “Ben” Zahn III Arleeta O. Terrell Kenner Mayor Community Development Director 24 APRIL 2017  KENNER STR

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