VOL. 15, NO. 8 KENNER’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1991 AUGUST 2006

Kenner’s new chief of staff Ochsner to purchase Kenner Regional Medical Center is no stranger to city hall By TROY BROUSSARD By TROY BROUSSARD As part of a three hospital acquisition that will make it the largest healthcare provider in Louisiana, Ochsner Health Mike Yenni, Kenner’s new chief of staff for Mayor System, a non-profit corporation, announced in July that it Ed Muniz’s administration, is no stranger to the inner will purchase Kenner Regional Medical Center, which has workings of local government. Having served the city served the needs of the city and surrounding parishes for under two former mayors close to 20 years. before assuming the role D r. Patrick Quinlan, chief exe c u t ive officer of the of director of the Citizens Ochsner Health System, said that Ochsner’s presence in A ffairs Department for Kenner comes with a commitment to the community. J e fferson Parish, Ye n n i “For a city to be successful, a hospital facility is a ‘must- says that he is ready to have’ in terms of safety and economic growth. Our focus is bring his experience back that we want to be one of the cornerstones for Kenner’s future,” Dr. Quinlan said. to the place where he our collective strengths and talents to assure that Kenner In a post-Katrina metropolitan New Orleans that has began his career. Regional will be a great place to get and give care,” Dr. posed its share of obstacles to local medical providers, Dr. “More than words can Quinlan said. Quinlan believes that the acquisition of Kenner Regional will say, I am very pleased to While Kenner Regional currently exists as a 203-bed help bring a new level of service to area residents. Mike Yenni be working in Ke n n e r acute care hospital whose services include a full-service again,” Yenni said. “I never “Our region has experienced unprecedented challenges thought I’d be serving in a position like this at this time over the past year. Our goal with this acquisition is to focus continued on page 26 in my life, especially when the job that I just left with the parish was one that I had aspired to for so long. But when the opportunity to work with Ed Muniz present- City Administration, police and fire departments work ed itself, it was too good to pass up.” R e s p o n s i ble for directly overseeing the publ i c cooperatively on Kenner’s comprehensive disaster plan information office, fire, inspection and code enforce- Emile Lafourcade, the city’s new public information ment, planning, public works, the clerk of city court, By ALLAN KATZ officer, who oversaw the multi-department team that creat- continued on page 33 Showing a level of cooperation and teamwork rarely ed the disaster plan, said, “We might prefer not to think seen previously in Kenner’s recent history, Mayor Edmond about it but the fact is that besides lying in the path of some Muniz’s administration has joined hands with the police future hurricane, Kenner is home to a major metropolitan and fire departments to create the most complete and com- airport and five major railroads while being located not far Mayor Muniz names Emile prehensive disaster plan that the city has ever had. from a nuclear power plant and a host of Mississippi River The new disaster plan not only anticipates how the city chemical plants and refineries. The operative question is Lafourcade as city’s first and its agencies must respond to a major hurricane but any not whether we will be faced with some emergency, but other disaster, including an act of terrorism, which might when?” occur. It also establishes a common command post at KPD Among those who worked on the disaster plan are public information officer headquarters for both the mayor and chief of police, as well Police Chief Steve Caraway and his staff, Fire Chief Mike By ALLAN KATZ as secondary back up command posts at city hall and in Zito and his staff, Pratt Reddy, director of public works and Rivertown, and further set forth a clear chain of command Mayor Edmond Muniz has named Emile Lafourcade as in Kenner government to address major emergencies. continued on page 35 Kenner’s public information officer. Before being named to the Kenner post, Lafourcade was Muniz’s chief aide for 18 years while the Kenner mayor New city attorney keeps work in-house, looks to save city $450,000 served as a Jefferson Parish attorney’s office is expanding mostly because of eco- councilman. By ALLAN KATZ nomic development projects that are gearing up as Mayor Muniz decided to Kenner’s recovery from Hurricane Katrina continues. create the position of public Fo r mer Appeal Court Judge James Cannella is re- “If it turns out that three attorneys aren’t enough to information officer for the city handle the city’s legal work,” said Cannella, “I’ll consid- of Kenner because he wanted organizing the city attorney’s office and is hopeful that he er adding a couple of part-time attorneys to work for the to centralize the flow of infor- city. If the Kenner economy continues to expand, we mation for the news media and can save more than $450,000 by keeping the city of might in time need three or even four full-time in-house the public to one clear voice attorneys. Right now, my estimates are that we will save that would reflect the policy Kenner’s legal work in-house, rather than contracting to the city some $450,000 by bringing all the legal work in- Emile Lafourcade positions of city hall. Muniz house.” felt that in previous adminis- send it to law firms. The city council has Cannella accepted an offer from Mayor Edmond trations, many different voices often presented different Muniz to become city attorn ey, retiring from the views of city hall policy, leaving the public and the news approved the hiring of two assistant city attorn eys to Louisiana 5th Circuit Court of Appeal to take the Kenner media confused as to what position city hall really had. In James Cannella job. “I’m enjoying the work and my new colleagues,” he Lafourcade, Mayor Muniz was able to give the responsibility assist Cannella. T h ey are Leigh Roussel and Kurt Garcia. continued on page 33 Cannella said the amount of work handled by the city continued on page 35 2 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 3

# Editorial # Carl Cleveland brought light to the pages of the Kenner Star

A Publisher’s Editorial At the time Carl began his “Faithwalk” Unlimited Time To By TROY BROUSSARD column in July of 1998, he had little reason to profess faith or optimism. Yet his words In 1999 I had a conversation with a good were life-affirming, and he had managed Share With Your Family friend who, at the time, was performing his from where he was to help give others hope. medical residency, and he shared with me It astounded me that one could find any the story of a patient staving off a life-threat- good in his situation, but Carl did. The light ening illness. of his words would continue to burn through Essentially, this patient doesn’t have a all of his circumstances over the years – heart,” the good doctor told me, meaning in through the time when the U.S. Supreme the “medical” sense. Through a process that Court would eventually overturn his convic- I can not even begin to understand, he went tion and set him free, through his return on to explain that the patient's cardiac func- back to his family and life, through his first tions were performed almost completely by bout with cancer that ended with an machine. To my surprise, he added that in astounding remission. Carl told us about spite of this the patient remained conscious how he had managed to find blessings in the and even mobile to some degree while a midst of Katrina’s ruin and how God was transplant organ was hoped for. teaching him through the ordeal of his can- “What kind of life is that?” I asked him. cer returning for the second time. “A life of waiting,” he answered candid- As I write this, reflecting on what Carl ly. Then he added, “By the way, I gave the went through, I can only say in awe that the patient a copy of the article from your news- man truly put the “faith” in “faithwalk.” paper. It really struck a chord.” The best outcome that any writer can The article referred to had run in the hope for is that his work will outlive him in Kenner Star a few months before. Entitled, some way – leaving the reader a little better “The Theology of Waiting,” the piece was o ff for having come across his humbl e exceptionally well written, scholarly even. words on the page. Carl, who passed away at Using diverse religious resources, the author the end of last month, not only hit this mark delivered an insightful message in dealing on a regular basis, but he surpassed it. Carl with times in life that call for patience: “If told the true story of a man who battled we adopt a frame of mind recognizing that n e a r ly insurm o u n t a ble challenges in the God uses these (difficult) times to act upon final years of his life with an amazing and us in mysterious ways we cannot even imag- unwavering faith. His words of persistence, ine, He will reveal Himself.” insight, and hope in the face of suffering Carl Cleveland, the article’s author, was have found homes in thousands of readers in unlike anyone else that I had writing for me Kenner and beyond, until the very end serv- in the Kenner Star. ing as his unbreakable and lasting testimony Growing up in Kenner, I knew Carl and for God, whom he loved so much. his family. He was a husband, a father, a The best outcome that any human being lawyer, a deacon in the Catholic Church. He can hope for is that his existence will have was the type of person considered a pillar of made a difference – leaving others better off the community. And like all who knew him, for having known him. In that, too, Carl it broke my heart to see him sent to federal Cleveland has succeeded. Although his own prison. I should not have been surprised, walk has reached its destination, he will, no however, when he agreed to begin writing a doubt, continued to be remembered and emu- column about faith from there. lated by those he passed along the way. #

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# Government # Football, volleyball, cheerleading attract more than 1,000 Kenner kids By ALLAN KATZ start September 10. M a r roccoli said vo l l eyball this ye a r More than 1,000 Kenner children have will be coed, with boys and girls participat- signed up for football, vo l l eyball and ing on the same teams. He said that all of cheerleading programs being offered by the Kenner’s gymnasiums are in the process of STEAKS • SEAFOOD • CHOPS r e c r e a t i o n being repaired and will host volleyball pro- d e p a r t m e n t grams. “Our hope is that next year, we’ll Opening for lunch Mon. - Fri. this fall. have enough children sign up for volleyball “We’re very that we’ll be able to have boys and girls’ PIANO PLAYER THURS., FRI., & SAT. pleased by the leagues,” said Marroccoli. t u r n o u t ,” said As the new head of the KRD, Ken Marroccoli, Marroccoli says he is very comfortable and Large selection of wine and great martinis who was recent- pleased with the staff filling recreation ly named by department slots. “We have an excellent group overall,” he said. 3 Large Rooms for Special Occasions, Parties and Banquets Mayor Edmond Muniz to head “I’m also very pleased by the turnout of volunteer coaches and assistants,” said Ken Marroccoli the city’s recre- ation programs. Marroccoli. “Many of these individuals Reservations 218.8967 Open nightly 7 days at 5pm This fall, the KRD will also offer programs who work without pay have been volunteer in gymnastics and dance. While more than coaches for years. Most of them began 111 Veterans Blvd. in Heritage Plaza Building 1,000 children and adults will participate in coaching when their own children were the programs this ye a r, the impact of playing in the Kenner recreation leagues I Hurricane Katrina is still being felt in and loved the kids so much that they kept Kenner even though 10 months have working as volunteers even after their own passed since the storm hit. Last year at this children moved on to high school. We’re Owned by Scott Korndorffer of Chateau Coffee Cafe and time, more than 1,400 children and adults really very fortunate in Kenner to have George Messina of Messina's Restaurant, signed up for KRD fall programs. such great community involvement. We’ll Co-owners of Jazz Seafood and Steak House Kenner boys playing KRD football have some excellent teams competing this begin drills this month at individual play- year and lots of fun for the kids. I think grounds. Equipment is being issued this that, as our recovery from Katrina contin- month and teams will begin practicing in ues, 2007 will be a real banner year for the pads. The football and volleyball seasons Kenner Recreation Department.” # City council clears the way for giant Home Depot development By ALLAN KATZ to the use of the land, which figures to pro- vide a windfall in property and sales taxes The Kenner City Council has cleared for the city of Kenner. the way for a massive 25-acre development District 2 Councilman Joe Stagni, near the Esplanade Mall that will feature a whose district includes the property that state-of-the-art Home Depot. will be developed, said, “I want to com- To sweeten the deal, developers Robert mend these developers who are clearly Merrick and Greg Clayton agreed to give determined not only to bring us this major the city nearly $1.6 million, in addition to economic development package but are the $1.4 million they are paying for the use also willing to work with the city to assist of city streets in building the shopping in the upgrade of Kenner’s infrastructure.” center that will be anchored by Home Under an agreement reached by the Depot. members of the council, $1.4 million will The 25 acres in question once were go to infrastructure improvements in home to hundreds of Kenner residences District 2 with the other $1.6 million being near the Louis Armstrong New Orleans split evenly between the city’s seven coun- International Airport. When airplane nois- cil members to be spent on infrastructure es made the land uninhabitable beginning improvements. in the 1980s, the airport – using federal Councilman Stagni, concerned that the funds – bought up the lands and helped the land will become so valuable that Merrick h o m e owners resettle elsewhere. The 25 and Clayton will be able to sell it to anoth- acres have sat untouched since the 1990s, er buyer and reap a huge profit, included an despite efforts by Kenner officials to return amendment that Kenner will receive five the increasingly va l u a ble land to com- percent of any future purchase price for the merce. land. The amendment was approved by the Merrick and Clayton, both successful council, although Clayton said that neither veteran developers, worked with former he nor Merrick had any intention of selling a i r p o r t director Roy Williams and the the land to another buyer. # Aviation Board to clear away the obstacles KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 5

# From the Editor # New disaster plan is excellent, but how it was drawn up is more impressive police department and the fire department. Black said it isn’t amazing that when you me. I am of the Jewish faith and have no He involved four former Kenner chief admin- bring seven people together from dive r s e extensive knowledge of Christian theology. istrative officers in the process. And, the backgrounds that there will be disagreements. But, I should have remembered from our col- mayor named Emile Lafourcade, who worked The important thing, she said, is that the dis- lege days what a brilliant person Carl was. for Muniz at the Jefferson Parish Council for agreements don’t become personal and that I became one of his most faithful readers 18 years, as the committee chairperson. everyone tries to find win-win solutions that every month. Carl had a wonderful gift of tak- Involved in the process were Police Chief benefit every citizen of Kenner. That is exact- ing the most profound ideas and rendering By ALLAN KATZ Steve Caraway, Fire Chief Mike Zito, Public ly what seems to be happening and all seven them in common sense language that could Works Director Pratt Reddy and Keith Chiro, members of the council are to be congratulat- touch anyone’s heart, regardless of their reli- Things are off to such a good start in the Kenner’s longtime code enforcement director. ed. So far, so good. gious faith. Carl’s ability to take Scripture and administration of Mayor Edmond Muniz and Just these four guys alone is a potent combi- relate it to the very core of our everyday the workings of the new Kenner City Council nation of smarts and experience. Add to their Carl Cleveland – A brilliant mind activities, traumas, challenges and grief was that we should all be both ecstatic and very efforts the assistance of their staffs and you that will be missed simply remarkable. His insights as he wrote hopeful. have a combination for excellence. Carl Cleveland and I were at Tu l a n e of his battle against the cancer that ultimately In this spring’s elections, Kenner voters That isn’t to say there weren’t disagree- University at the same time. He was a schol- took his life on several occasions moved me sent out a strong message that they had grown ments about how the disaster plan should be arship football player and I was managing to tears. sick and tired of ugly, personal and public configured. But whenever a disagreement editor of the university newspaper. If you were one of his readers, it will fighting by their elected officials and wanted o c c u r r e d, eve ryone conducted themselve s We had a few classes together. He was come as no surprise to know that Carl was our to bring an abrupt end to that kind of govern- like an adult. They turned to the committee discernibly smarter than most of us, but a most popular columnist. The Kenner Star ment. member who had the most experience and very, nice approachable guy. Although 47 received more phone calls, emails, letters and No sooner said than done. The best recent expertise in the question being considered years have passed, I still remember the pleas- comments about Carl’s column than all the example of how city government should work and worked out a practical compromise that ant conversations we had at Tulane, long rest combined. can be seen in the new Kenner disaster plan. everyone could live with. It is to Muniz’s before either of us became players on a larger As I mourn his passing, I think about how The plan itself is laden with wisdom, the ben- credit that he expected eve r yone in the stage. fortunate I was to know Carl Cleveland when efits of experience and clear thinking. But process to conduct themselves as an adult and When Carl began writing “Faithwalk” for he was young and in the flower of his youth, what is even more important is the process by it is to their credit that they did. the Kenner Star in 1998, at a time when his and how fortunate I have been to know him which the disaster plan was conceived. Meanwhile, the Kenner City Council is personal life was in tatters, I did not think a again through his beautiful, thoughtful and Muniz put together a group of knowl- also working together cooperative ly. column relating to his personal perspective on m e m o r a ble writing. Rest in peace, good edgeable experts from city government, the R e c e n t ly, councilwo m a n - a t - L a rge Jeannie religious matters would be of much interest to friend, with God’s blessings. #

# Political Review # AUGUST 2006 Vol. 15 No. 8 Publisher TROY BROUSSARD Statewide races heating up Editor tions across the state and dominated statewide groups that are influential in the legislature; ALLAN KATZ Internet sites with splashy banner advertise- however, Heitmeier will likely have the edge Managing Editor/Marketing Director CANDY LOVITT ments. He is also the only candidate to begin since he is the powerful Chairman of the Staff Writer/Editor advertising on radio and television. Francis is Senate Finance Committee. TROY BROUSSARD i n d e p e n d e n t ly we a l t hy, as the owner of With Heitmeier formally running, it was Francis Drilling Fluids in Crowley, and will no surprise that State Representative Carla Contributing Writers pump at least $1 million of his own money Dartez (D-Morgan City) dropped out of the JEFF CROUERE JAMES MELCHERS into the race. race. Dartez has been having trouble raising LYNNE DIMM SHARON SOLOMON By JEFF CROUERE ED CLANCY SCOTT ZIMMERMAN Another major Republican is also offi- money and was considered a minor candidate. JOEY CLEVELAND KEN MARROCCOLI Very soon Louisiana voters will begin to cially in the race, State Senator Jay Dardenne N ow the Democrats will unite behind STEVE CARAWAY CRAIG GOODWIN see a barrage of commercials for two races of Baton Rouge. Dardenne is a long-time Heitmeier, who is almost assured of a spot in RENE BUJOL JON T. MOSES that have received scant attention up until this elected official in the Baton Rouge area, but the run-off. Without question, this three can- GLENN DOTTOLO LINDA R. MARTIN point. On September 30, Louisiana voters is term limited as a state senator in ‘07. didate race will be an expensive one. YVETTE DUSSOUY BOBBY JINDAL THOMAS LYONS RAFAEL E. SADDY will go to the polls to elect a new secretary of Previously, it was rumored that Dardenne was The race for insurance commissioner has ED MUNIZ KEITH M. DARCEY state and insurance commissioner. These will interested in running for governor, but decid- not been as exciting. When Wooley resigned, KEN TRAHAN RON HAMPTON be special elections called because of the ed to forgo the race in deference to frontrun- Deputy Commissioner Jim Donelon moved DAN DORMADY death of Secretary of State Fox McKeithen ner Congressman Bobby Jindal (R-Kenner). up to fill the seat on an interim basis. Account Manager last year and the resignation of Insurance Dardenne is a powerful state senator who was Donelon will run for the office officially in BARBARA BELLACI Commissioner Robert Wo o l ey earlier this a floor leader for Governor Mike Foster. He the special election. He has plenty of experi- Typography year. The winners of both races will have will surely receive support from many of his ence in politics and served many years in the PAULA COUGHLIN/TYPOSITION abbreviated one year terms and then face the fellow GOP legislators and some of the most Louisiana Legislature. He also has run for Distribution Manager voters again in the full statewide elections in influential lobbyists in the state. He is consid- statewide office before and was the GOP can- SUE GILIBERTI the fall of next year. ered a strong pro-business candidate, who is didate for U.S. Senate in 1998. Donelon is Printing In the race for secretary of state, there more moderate than Francis on many social from Jefferson Parish and can count on strong BATON ROUGE PRESS © 2006 Kenner Star, Inc. All Rights Reserved have been some big developments in just the issues. He will be supported by some seg- support from the metropolitan New Orleans Kenner Star is published monthly and is last few days. U.S. Senator John McCain, the ments in the Louisiana GOP who fought area. In recent months, he has been a popular distributed by direct mail to all 20,600 registered voter households in Kenner. leading ‘08 GOP presidential contender, offi- against Francis during his six year tenure as guest on television and radio progr a m s , An additional 2,000 copies are distributed cially endorsed Republican candidate Mike state chairman. patiently answering insurance questions from in over 100 high traffic locations. Francis, the former chairman of the Louisiana In recent days, State Senator Fr a n c i s f r ustrated hurricane victims and attacking KENNER STAR Republican Party. Francis campaign televi- Heitmeier (D-New Orleans) announced his Allstate Insurance for threatening to drop P.O. BOX 641654 • KENNER, LA 70064 Phone & Fax 468-9125 sion commercials featuring McCain are now candidacy as well. For weeks there has been wind and hail coverage for 30,000 customers Email: [email protected] airing across the state. This endorsement will speculation that Heitmeier would run, espe- in coastal parishes. Donelon's post-Katrina Subscriptions $11.95 Per Year be a huge boost for Francis, who has already c i a l ly considering the fact that he has exposure should help him build name recog- The content of all theme-based columns, received the coveted endorsements of former $800,000 in his campaign war chest. Like nition for the race ahead. written by respective professionals in this newspaper, is in no way intended to render advice, suggest a Louisiana Gove rnors Buddy Roemer and Dardenne, Heitmeier is term limited in 2007. Of all the candidates running on course of action, or take the place of an individual Mike Foster. In the past few months, Francis He will compete with Dardenne for the finan- September 30, the one with the most money consultation regarding that subject matter. has secured thousands of key yard sign loca- cial support of lobbyists and special interest continued on page 9 6 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Government # First days in office are enlightening Because of the new staff’s experience, especially in a community like ours where so We felt that storm preparedness was of para- we were able to achieve a reduction in m a ny sophisticated industries and trans- mount importance since we’re heading into administrative staff size that will net the city p o r tation services (airp o r t, chemical rail the most severe part of the annual storm a savings of at least $300,000 a year for t r a n s p o r t, interstate highway, Mississippi cycle. starters – a savings that can be devoted to R iver commerce, etc.) are concentrated. To do this we gathered the expertise of By ED MUNIZ other city needs. Currently, the general fund provides about four former Kenner chief administrative offi- Kenner Mayor Among those needs are the city’s fire $2 million a year in subsidy to the fire cers who donated their time to come up with department and garbage collection service, department. an outline plan on which to build a finished Our new city administration and chief of both of which are subsidized by the city’s Although the base starting salary for new emergency plan. At first I created a commit- police took the oaths of office the morning general fund. Sometime in the not-too-dis- firemen is similar to that for the parish’s paid tee composed of the public works director, of June 30, but the previous administration tant future we’re going to have to consider fire department, I’m told that a recently- the code enforcement director and our new did not end until midnight that same day. By finding more money for fire protection and a completed salary study for parish firemen public information officer to draft a full plan. nine a.m. the next day – Saturday, July 1 – more reliable revenue stream for garbage may boost starting pay by 20 percent. I plan The committee was expanded to include the new faces at city hall were busy cleaning collection. to initiate a pay study for our city’s firemen. officials of the police department and the up office space, rearranging furniture and One thing I observed as a parish council- The garbage collection subsidy is fire department so that all parts of a major disposing of unneeded items with the able man is that Jefferson Parish and Kenner dif- expected to be more than $250,000 this year. emergency will be addressed in the plan. help of several employees from the fer greatly in the use of their respective rev- During the recent election campaign, I prom- Once the severe storm/hurricane phase Department of Public Works. enue streams. Jefferson, for example, dedi- ised to put all city contracts on the city’s of emergency planning is completed, the Although the following Monday and cates its tax revenues and several user fees to website. We have someone on staff to begin committee will concentrate on another phase Tuesday (July the 4th) were holidays, everyone s p e c i f ic recurring bu d g e t a r y needs. T h a t doing that as soon as the city computer sys- dealing with emergencies arising from air, was eager to hit the ground running the morn- way, it is easy to follow the revenue streams tem is reconfigured to handle it. Currently, rail, river and highway transportation as well ing of Wednesday, July 5. Just about everyone and to see when a particular money source the city’s IT staff has been busy reconfigur- as nearby nuclear power plants, grain eleva- on my staff is a seasoned veteran of public might become inadequate. In Kenner’s case – ing individual computer workstations for the tors and other similar industrial mishaps. service with this city, Jefferson Parish or both. with subsidies coming out of the general new staff. Also, all existing contracts are One thing that Kenner history has taught us And they immediately began laying out plans fund – it is difficult for taxpayers to deter- being located and reviewed with an eye is that it’s not a matter of if something will for how we will conduct the city’s business in mine what is being spent where and just how toward improving the city’s position. occur; but a matter of when it will occur. And the days and months to come. As more city much additional revenue can be justified for We have begun developing a workable we need to be ready. # employees get to observe implementation of voter approval. emergency plan for the city. The severe our plans, I am sure their confidence in Just about eve ryone understands the storm/hurricane phase of the plan was ready Mayor Muniz can be reached at 468- Kenner’s new administration will be solid. i m p o r tance of first class fire protection, for the second city council meeting in July. 7240. Orthopedic Center for Sports Medicine Kenner & Metairie Locations

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# Government # The Citizens’ Police Academy is waiting for you! access to equipment and facilities, and Kenner Police Complex, firearms instruc- tunity to dispel myths and understand what learn how the police department operates. tion, and have the opportunity to ride along the police department is really about. If you Enrollment in this exciting course is free! with a police officer for your own night on choose to be a member of the Kenner Trained law enforcement professionals, duty! C i t i z e n s ’ Police A c a d e my A l u m n i who are certified in their specialized fields, Upon graduation, you will have the Association, you can participate in many of teach the KCPA. Each night’s course focus- opportunity to stay active in the KPD by our special events and lead your communi- By STEVE CARAWAY es on informative and important topics joining the Kenner Citizens’ Po l i c e ty in crime prevention. Kenner Police Chief including the following: Responsibilities of Academy Alumni Association. Graduates Remember that the KPD holds two ses- the command staff; Rescue equipment and of the Citizens’ Police Academy are also sions of the KCPA per year, one beginning If you’re looking for a positive, educa- weapons; Crime scene procedures includ- eligible to apply for membership in the in February and the other in August, with tional and fun way to spend your evenings, ing collection of evidence, photography, Community Police Corps program. classes meeting at 6:30 p.m. once per week then the Kenner Police Department has a fi n g erprinting and autopsy; Criminal Being a part of the KCPA and the for 12 weeks. I look forward to seeing you unique activity for you later this month! I i nv e s t i gations; Drug enfo rc e m e n t ; Kenner Citizens’ Police Academy Alumni there! invite you to join Class 16 of the Kenner Functions of the patrol division; Crime pre- Association is a productive way to support If you are interested in being a part of Citizens’ Police Academy (KCPA), begin- vention programs; K-9 Unit; Physical fit- the KPD and your community in taking a the Kenner Citizens’ Police Academy, con- ning Tuesday, August 15, 2006, at 6:30 p.m. ness; Use of police force and self defense; proactive stance against crime. Not only do tact the Community Relations Division at at the Kenner Police Complex, 500 S.W.A.T.; Criminal and domestic violence you get to learn about the procedures and 712-2294. You must be at least 21 to enroll, Veterans Boulevard. laws; Court procedures; Traffic enforce- state-of-the-art equipment in each section have no criminal record and live or work in The KCPA is one of our most popular, ment including D.W.I. and alcohol laws, of the department, but you also form lasting Kenner. For more information, visit the successful programs. Dozens of academy field sobriety tests, intoxilyzer and radar friendships with fellow citizens and the Kenner Police Department website at alumni agree that the KCPA is a unique and demonstrations. police officers who are dedicated to serving www.kennerpd.com. # extraordinary opportunity to gain special You will also receive a tour of the you. The KCPA affords a distinctive oppor- A new direction for the KRD BY KEN MARROCCOLI ward to continued growth and development Kenner Recreation Director over the next few years. There are many exciting events scheduled in the recreation department for the remainder of this year I wo u l d H A I R S T U D I O & S A L O N l i ke to start and into early next year. We are currently SINCE 1985 o ff by intro- accepting registrations for football and vol- 3535 Chateau Blvd., Suite 5 ducing myself l eyb all seasons that will run through 465-9590 to you. My November. Both leagues are expected to a facial for name is b egin season play the second week of K e n n e t h September. Upon completion of the foot- M a r r o c c o l i ball and volleyball seasons, we will begin your hair and I am a registration for basketball. damage remedy hair & scalp renewalSM We are excited to announce changes to resident of An in-salon, one hour spa treatment with powerful results: improving District 4. I our growing soccer program. We intend to hair’s resistance to combing breakage by up to 71%; soothing and have been married for seventeen years to expand from a one-month season to a four- softening up to 71%. Recharging mind and mood – with arorma therapy and therapeutic touch – while repairing your hair. Kelly. We have two children. Our son, month season. This will allow us to capital- Kenneth, is entering his junior year at ize on one of the fastest growing sports in Archbishop Rummel High School. Our popularity in this country. d a u g h t e r, A i n s l ey, is entering the sixth Our Leisure Services Division has grade at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School. experienced a total enrollment of more than She will turn eleven this month and I would 1,300 participants this past year. That is like to wish her a “Happy Birthday.” amazing, considering the life-changing Growing up in Kenner, I was a staple at event that happened a year ago. We will Wentwood Playground, playing all sports offer a wide range of programs this fall, and enjoying every minute of it. I went to with registration beginning this month. The Bonnabel High School and joined the mili- adult programs we will offer are paint for tary shortly after graduation. I spent eight fun with oils, watercolor painting, cooking, years in the Army and served one tour in line dancing, couple dancing, fitness and Korea and one tour in Kuwait. we will also offer an adult tennis league. After leaving the military, I joined the The children’s programs will include Kenner Police Department. I began my dance, gymnastics, tumbling, karate, ten- career there as a patrol officer and shortly nis, arts and crafts, musical theater, model- thereafter I moved into the crime preven- ing, science workshops, Christmas cookies tion and community relations section and many more. For more information on where I worked for five years. I will soon these programs call our Leisure Services graduate from the University of New office at 468-7268. Orleans with a degree in sports and recre- I look forward to serving this commu- ation foundations. I am looking forward to nity and improving the quality of all our bringing pride and honesty to the recreation facilities and programs throughout the city. programs in Kenner. If I can be of assistance to you or if I can I would like to congratulate all of our answer any questions you may have, please all-star baseball and softball teams. We had call me at 468-7211. # a very successful year and are looking for- 8 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Faithwalk # Carl Cleveland’s “the rest of the story” By JOEY CLEVELAND clear, and gave a mini-sermon of his own, Julia Margaret Sholl, our ninth grand- favorite), lotions, and lots of TLC. Caitlin, “I’d like to thank you all for coming today. child, was born at exactly 9:00 p.m. The who by now had left for her basketball The Cleveland family is indebted to I want to apologize for my scant clothing umbilical cord was wrapped around her t o u r naments with the blessing of her and grateful for Kenner Star publisher and hand motions. I hope I haven’t embar- neck which stopped her breathing for father, called after each game to give us a Troy Broussard’s kind tribute to Carl, our rassed you. It was not my intent. I want to about 10 seconds as she entered the world. blow-by-blow account of the games which beloved husband and father. Kindness has implore you to devote your lives to Jesus I closed my eyes and begged the Lord to we would relay to Carl when he was the power to soothe the soul’s wounds like Christ, and when your marriage seems help us as the nurses worked frantically to awake. rain falling on parched earth. Thank you, dubious (dubious?! Emphasis mine), stick get her breathing again. After about 30 to On Tuesday evening of Carl’s final Troy. I, too, have been challenged to share with it because that’s when it becomes a 45 seconds of no sound coming from Julia, week, we gave him his usual dosage of with you “the rest of the story,” Carl’s last Valium to keep him resting well. It was the few weeks of life. I’ll try. last dose he needed. He slipped into a Carl’s oncologist told Carl to “get off coma which lasted for two full day s . of the couch” if he wanted to attend our Caitlin returned home during that time. youngest daughter’s out-of-state basketball On the morning of Friday, July 21, tournaments in July. Carl knew that he was Carl’s brother, Murray, and I were sleeping running out of time and he wanted to in the living room with Carl and at 5:45 squeeze in as much as he could. He decid- a.m. (fishing time!) Murray checked Carl ed that he would start by getting out of the and found him still breathing. Murray left house for a change, so he asked daughter the room for no more than two minutes Beth to drive him to Slidell. When they got and when he returned, Carl’s breathing had to the twin-span, Carl told Beth to take the stopped. He woke me up to tell me and I old bridge instead which, if you’ve driven jumped up, went to Carl, and felt his warm it lately, is a very bumpy ride. This turned body still moist with perspiration. I out to be a big mistake because the rough stroked his face, kissed him and told him ride caused his bone lesions to flare up, that I loved him. The rest of the family was and the end result was muscle spasms in then told, and we gathered in the living his back. room around him, some weeping, some in Beth got him back home as quickly as shock. possible and a call to the doctor resulted in I must admit that my first reaction was giving Carl muscle relaxants along with elation, knowing that some people might the pain medications he was already tak- be offended at that. I was so grateful that ing. Within two days he was hallucinating the battle was finally over for Carl as well and thoroughly entertaining the fa m i ly as for the rest of the family. He had suf- with his hand motions and running com- fered greatly with his cancer and he was mentaries while appearing to be in a sacrament. And…I want you to know that we shouted for joy when we heard a soft, no longer in pain. At the moment of death, dream-like state. He would wake up fre- I’m not afraid to die.” We all reacted like precious cry come from God’s latest gift to I saw his body relax and we were able to quently from his dreams, most of them E. F. Hutton had just spoken and ran to his our family. Caroline’s blood pressure sky- straighten his spine for the first time in involving fishing, and we would try to bedside. Just as quickly as he spoke, he rocketed when she’d entered the hospital, weeks. He was at peace! give him a reality check. He would laugh fell back to sleep and we stared incredu- so she stayed an extra day for observation His funeral on Monday, July 24, at St. at himself and then return to “Neverland” lously at one another. Did he really say after Julia’s birth. After three days, baby Elizabeth Ann Seton Church was one of to start another “fishing adventure.” After that? What other surprises were in store? and parents came to stay with us at home the most spiritually and emotionally satis- two days of this, Beth suggested we call On We d n e s d ay, July 12, daughter with Carl. New life and death coexisted fying events of my life. It was a true cele- the doctor, who told us to get him to the Caroline, eight and a half months pregnant side-by-side again. More gratitude. bration of the life of a man who was bril- emergency room. and visiting from Washington D.C. due to What a joy it was for me to tell Carl of liant, adventuresome, courageous, bold Carl remained in the hospital for five Carl’s health crisis, was put in the hospital his reinstatements to the Bar and the and challenged to the limits of his days. He was only taking pain meds, but here to deliver her first baby. I got rein- Diaconate when he was fully coherent and endurance by unjust incarceration and the hallucinations continued anyway. He forcements from three unselfish daughters cognizant of their meanings. All he could c a n c e r. In the end, those challenges was also restless and agitated, and he who stayed with Carl at home so that I repeatedly say, with a wide-eyed grin, was, became his “finest hour,” leading him to wanted to “get the show on the road,” but could attend the birth. I soon found myself “Wow!” The family’s gratitude is bound- kindness, patience, gentleness and holi- in his weakened physical condition he immersed in my s t e r y as I listened to less. ness. I hate to admit it, but my daughters struggled mightily just to stand and take a Caroline’s groaning bringing forth new We were ministered to repeatedly by may be right in saying “I think Dad is a few steps. life while I filled out Carl’s death certifi- Msgr. Roppolo’s frequent visits, anointing saint.” An ambulance brought Carl home on cate information in preparation for the of Carl and comforting words for our fam- What more can I say? Amen! # Saturday, July 8 and we settled him in a inevitable. So heavy was the reality of the ily. Carl was starting to leave this world, hospital bed in our living room which is mystery of life, death, and God that I could and so friends and brothers came and just Joey Cleveland was married to Carl open, spacious and filled with light, over- hardly breathe. It still stops me dead in my sat with him. Talking was becoming Cleveland for 41 years. Carl’s inspira- looking a large expanse of green grass. tracks whenever I think about it. During increasingly difficult for Carl. Just touch- tional “ Fa i t h walk” columns have Close friends and relatives filed in and out Caroline’s labor, I also received a phone ing his arm was all that was necessary. My appeared exclusively in the Kenner Star at all hours, and our vigil had begun. call from a lawyer friend who informed mother, who lives with us, made her daily every month since July 1998. The next day, Sunday, Carl’s friend and me that Carl had been reinstated to the visits to Carl’s bedside and patted him. spiritual director, Msgr. Ignatius Roppolo, Louisiana Bar Association as well as the Daughter Patricia was trained as an R.N., Joey Cleveland will continue the faith came to the house to have Mass for our Permanent Diaconate of the Archdiocese and Caroline’s husband, Brian, is a physi- journey as the “Faithwalk” columnist in family. We were about eighteen in number, of New Orleans. I felt like we were being cal therapist, and so the two of them were future Kenner Star editions. and Msgr. Roppolo blessed and anointed bombarded with blessings, healings and i nva l u a ble in meeting Carl’s phy s i c a l Carl for his final homecoming. Carl lay in closures as Carl prepared to leave us. How needs when the rest of us wanted to help, the bed with his eyes closed throughout could all of this be happening in one day but really didn’t have the expertise to do it. the service until the homily (sermon) was without divine intervention? God’s pres- Daughters Kitty, Connie and Beth attend- over. Then suddenly he spoke up, loud and ence was palpable! ed Carl constantly with foot rubs (his KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 9

# Community # The Casino Wars: THE BATTLE Developer plans $3 million major for NEW ORLEANS financial center on Williams Boulevard A new novel by local author By ALLAN KATZ Plans call for two new buildings to be JIMMIE JOSEPH MARTINEZ erected on the site. One, like First Bank and A Kenner developer is beginning con- Trust, will front Williams Boulevard. It will Available at be 5,900 square feet. In the rear of the mall www.amazon.com, www.barnesandnoble.com struction of a new Williams Boulevard mall or 1-800-AUTHORS that seeks to feature such financial services will be another stretching across the site. It as banking, insurance, stock brokering and will occupy 16,204 square feet and will be Contact author at [email protected] legal counsel. leased in 1,600 square foot bays. Companies The Battle For New Orleans focuses on the The leader of the development team is that move in will have the option of leasing campaigns and battles waged by New Orleans mobsters, businesssmen, and corrupt politicians A.J. Adolph who, for the last 50 years, has more than one bay. to gain a gaming casino in the Big Easy. been involved in banking, insurance and Adolph expects construction to begin in development of commercial spaces, includ- August with completion expected in early ing at least one major previous project in 2007. Kenner. The architect for the project is the New The site for the $3 million development Orleans firm of Rozas-Ward. Construction is We listen, we assess is 3400 Williams Boulevard. being handled by Devier Construction of your needs, we make it easy for “The basis for this development is opti- Mandeville and leasing is in the hands of you to make legal decisions. mism about Kenner’s economic future,” said Bob Talbot. Adolph. “It is entirely possible that it will “Prior to Katrina, no one thought of the • Wills - Trusts - Successions take New Orleans a full decade or more to suburbs as a place to develop a financial • Real Estate Closings completely rebound from Hurricane Katrina. services center,” said Adolph. “I think in the • Business Law But Jefferson Parish and the city of Kenner coming suburban boom that will be led by are rebounding right now, and will be centers Jefferson Parish and the city of Kenner, the of great affluence and job creation from now most natural thing in the world will be to MLF into the far future. I believe that many of the expect to find insurance, mortgages, bank- financial services that would once have been ing, stock brokering and legal counsel in a single stop on a major avenue like Williams Melchers Law Firm located in dow n t own New Orleans will Estate Planning • Real Estate • Business Law instead find new homes on Wi l l i a m s Boulevard. I think Kenner, and Williams Boulevard in the heart of what I think of as Boulevard, will be one of the economic 909 West Esplanade Ave., Suite 206, Kenner James L. Melchers, Attorney-At-Law Kenner’s CBD.” engines that push Jefferson Parish into a new Kathy Melchers, Administrator (504) 467-1092 Already on the site and doing business is role as the economic bell cow for the region a renovated and expanded First Bank and and all of south Louisiana. I wouldn’t be Trust. The First Bank and Trust site occupies doing this project if I didn’t feel strongly that more than 3,800 square feet. Also occupying Kenner is about to enter a major period of space in the new shopping center will be growth, business leadership and economic Metro Rediscount, a financial services firm development.” # owned by Adolph’s son. Register Now!

POLITICAL REVIEW Louisiana, since he was one of the leading DDanceance ClClaassessses forfor AllAll AgesAges (continued from page 5) statewide opponents of the Stelly tax plan several years ago. NNewew MorningMorning ClClaassessses forfor PreschoolPreschool in the bank is State Senator James David Cain In the race for insurance commissioner, (R-Dry Creek), who has over $900,000 cash there are two Republicans and no Democrats # experienced teachers on hand. This war chest will position Cain to running at the present time. It will be inter- • Ballet aggressively advertise in the weeks ahead. In esting to see if the Democrats, who hold the • Hip Hop contrast, Donelon has less than half that big edge in statewide voter registration, even amount in his account. Donelon is hoping for post-Katrina, can find a viable candidate to • Parent & child dance plenty of “earned media” as the insurance run for this important position. # # small class sizes commissioner of the state, whereas Cain will • Tap advertise to get his name known to voters. As Jeff Crouere is a native of New Orleans a candidate, Cain will likely attract an unusu- and his Louisiana based television program, • Modern al coalition of support in the race, with back- “Ringside Politics,” airs at 8:30 p.m. on Registration: # raised non-skid dance floors ing from Democrats such as A g r i c u l t u r e Fridays and at 10:00 p.m. Sundays on PBS •Jazz Commissioner Bob Odom, social conserva- station WLAE-TV, Channel 32 and from noon August 8th & 10th •Lyrical tives and rural voters in central and north until 2:00 p.m. weekdays on sev e ra l # Louisiana. For the past few months, Cain has Louisiana radio stations. Visit Crouere’s web- 5:30 PM to 7PM desk staff during all classes been crisscrossing the state speaking to site at www.ringsidepolitics.com and e-mail • Acrobatics groups about legislative and insurance issues. him at [email protected]. • Adult Dance & Excercise Cain is not a stranger to audiences across Classes begin August 14th # C elebrating 15 years 2401 Veterans Memorial Boulevard (next to Circuit City) CITY OF KENNER Kenner, LA 70062 HOTLINE (504) 466-5856 Call 468-7200 New to Dance Class? – Visit our website ¤ w w w. c d a d a n c e . c o m 10 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Community # EJGH’s Linda Daigle honored for storm efforts East Jefferson General Hospital Spirit of Women’s 8th Annual National goal of the organization is to educate and Englade, marketing communications direc- announced that Linda Daigle, director of Awards celebration held in Dallas, Texas on care for women by addressing issues relat- tor. the EJGH Laboratory, has received the June 16, 2006. ing to family, health and total well-being. “We are so very proud of Linda, and on 2006 National Spirit of Women Award for The Spirit of Women Hospital Network The national and regional awards annually behalf of everyone here at East Jefferson, I her efforts during Hurricane Katrina. The is comprised of member hospitals in 55 honor “ordinary women who do extraordi- congratulate her for this award,” says Dr. award was presented to Daigle during the cities throughout the United States. The nary things.” Mark Peters, president and CEO of East During Hurricane Katrina, Daigle Jefferson General Hospital. “Every deci- became the incident commander for the sion she made during the disaster centered hospital and was responsible for all opera- on what was best for our patients and the tional decisions. community. She is a strong leader who has “Her decision-making skills and ability earned the respect of everyone who works to coordinate departments throughout the here.” hospital under a single command structure East Jefferson General Hospital, ensured patient safety and was a critical Louisiana’s first Nurse Magnet hospital, is reason that EJGH never shut its doors. a publicly owned, not-for-profit, communi- Daigle, who was also awarded the 2005 ty hospital providing high quality care to EJGH Leader of the Year, performed hero- the residents of the East Bank of Jefferson ically under pressure and led the hospital Parish and surrounding communities. East through every crisis with poise, clarity of Jefferson General opened in 1971.# p u r pose and compassion,” said Va l e r i e City convenes committee to consider charter revisions By TROY BROUSSARD mendations to the council on January 6, 2007. Any suggested changes will not be Only a few months after Kenner voters binding upon the city, however, unless they made significant changes to the city’s are placed on a ballot and endorsed by a Home Rule Charter that included a specif- majority of Kenner voters. ic protocol for special elections, defining The committee, comprised of attor- eligibility for serving as council chair and neys, local civic leaders, businessmen, and vice-chair, a new timeline for Kenner’s an associate dean from the University of Cypress Fe n c e mayor to submit a budget, and the exten- New Orleans, includes Norma Broussard, sion of merit-based civil service to about Mildred Congemi, Alan Howland, Timothy R E L I A B L E • Q U A L I T Y • G U A R A N T E E D 350 city employees, the city will once E. Joder, Don Murphy, Michael Sigur, Earl again take a look at the document to deter- Smith, Jerome Volk, Tom Willmott and mine if further updates might be in order. Daniel Zimmerman. Formed by a unanimous vote of the city Meetings will be held at 6:00 p.m. on LICENSED & INSURED council this past March, a committee of 11 the second and fourth Tuesdays of each members appointed by the council, mayor, month in the Kenner city council cham- LOCALLY chief of police and business and higher bers. The meetings will be taped and tele- OWNED & OPERATED education leaders will study all facets of vised on K-TV, Kenner’s public access tel- the city’s charter and present their recom- evision channel. # References Available 458-3704 How to avoid distractions while driving Eight out of 10 automobile accidents Do not use your phone or electronic are caused by distracted drivers. Use of cell devices when in heavy traffic and haz- phones, portable music devices, hand held ardous weather conditions. In the case of computers, satellite radios and other gadg- teenagers, chances of being in a crash are ets increase the chances of causing a crash much higher for these inexperienced driv- by nine times. ers who can become distracted with HairS tyles “Driving distractions are becoming a portable music devices, changing CDs and serious problem,” said Kenner Police Chief talking on the phone. nlimited Steve Caraway. “Accidents in our commu- Change CDs and adjust portable music Has answers for thinningU hair problems. Our professional nity can be prevented if we make safe driv- devices when at a complete stop. stylists are continually training in the art of styling, enhancing ing our first priority.” Position your phone where it is easy to and correcting thin, fine hair due to excessive hair loss. In making an effort to keep the streets see and reach. safe for drivers, the Kenner Po l i c e Use a hands-free microphone in order Beautiful Hair Can Be Yours! Department offers the following tips: to keep both hands on the wheel. Call today for your Free consultation Only use a cell phone while driving if it Use voicemail to pick up your calls And save $5.00 off any service for our new clients. is absolutely necessary. Studies show that when it is unsafe to answer. If you must cell phone usage dramatically slows a dri- take a call, keep conversations brief and See why Hair Styles Unlimited ver’s reaction time and, as a result, ties up save calls that become stressful or emo- has served Kenner for 29 years. traffic. Familiarize yourself with the fea- tional for times when you are not in 464-5949 • 3635 Florida Ave. tures of your phone before getting behind traffic. # the wheel of a car. KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 11

# Community # Hollywood Cinemas 9 plans renovation and expansion

By TROY BROUSSARD ing experience – there was a brief time in away from the city. Mandava obtained a “The nine original screens will be Kenner’s history when the opportunity to lease on General Cinema’s former screens, upgraded to stadium seating by November S everal years ago, after the United view first run movies on the big screen rallied his team for a clean up of the exist- of 2006. The exterior renovation and addi- Artists theater on West Esplanade, the Joy’s went the way of the dinosaur. ing facilities, and in May of 2002 opened tional screens will be completed in theater on Veterans Boulevard and the Just when it appeared, however, that H o l ly wood Cinemas 9. The projectors November of 2007,” Mandava said, adding General Cinema across from the Esplanade Kenner’s silver screens would remain dark rolled, the popcorn popped, and life was that the total cost of the makeover will Mall closed in rapid succession – the casu- forever, entrepreneur Vishu Mandava rec- good for those who wanted to escape for a come with an $11 million price tag The alties of newer facilities in Metairie and ognized a need to keep a venue open for few hours into Tinseltown’s latest offerings. theater will remain open for business dur- Harahan that offered a more modern view- local movie buffs annoyed by long drives “I saw an opportunity for Ke n n e r,” ing the time that construction is underway. Mandava said. “I wanted to do something Although this is Mandava’s first theater good for the people here.” in the Unites States, for many years he # Encouraged by the steady support his worked in his family’s movie theater in his # Police theater has received from patrons over the n a t ive India while pursing a bachelor’s years, Mandava and his wife, Saroja, degree in chemical engineering and a mas- r e c e n t ly announced a renovation and ter’s degree in chemistry. After coming to KPD Chief Caraway promotes expansion of Hollywood Cinemas 9 which, Louisiana in 1988 he sought out opportuni- upon completion, will offer 14 state-of-the ties to continue working in the film busi- art screens, stadium seating, digital sound, ness, and from 1997 through 2000, he seven in special ceremony as well as an updated lobby and exterior. It showed Indian movies here on the weekend Kenner Police Chief Steve is a project that the couple has wanted to when General Cinema owned the site Caraway promoted seven offi- start for some time. where his theater is presently located. cers in a special ceremony on “I tried unsuccessfully for the first time A resident of Kenner for 16 years, Fr i d ay, July 7, 2006, at the in 2004, Vishu Mandava said. “Then I was Mandava said that he hopes his Hollywood Kenner Police Complex. moving forward with plans last year when Cinemas will contribute greatly to the local “These officers have dedi- Hurricane Katrina hit.” economy. cated themselves to the commu- Undeterred by the setback that Mother “This is an investment in and for the nity through outstanding service Nature dealt, Mandava said that he imme- city. I realize that an upgraded theater will and hard work,” said Caraway. diately resumed work on details of the attract more customers and generate more “Each is a highly rega r d e d expansion and that he is finally set to begin tax revenue for Kenner as well.” # member of the Kenner Police the work this month. Department family.” Captain Ronald Coupel was promoted to the rank of major, Kenner Police Chief Steve Caraway stands with seven which is second in command to officers he recently promoted. From left to right are Major the chief of police, and assumes Ronald Coupel, Captain Fred Zimmerman, Captain Dwane the duties of commander of Babin, Lieutenant Wayne McInnis, Lieutenant Richard Personal Touch… operations. Lieutenants Dwane Mottley, Sergeant Christy Sievers and Sergeant Richard Babin and Fred Zimmerm a n Arnold, Jr. PricesCan’t BeBeat ! were promoted to the rank of Sergeants Wayne McInnis and Richard captain, with Babin becoming commander Mottley were promoted to the rank of lieu- F R E E E S T I M A T E S of support and investigative services and tenant, and Officers Richard Arnold, Jr. and Zimmerman assuming the duties of com- Christy Sievers were promoted to the rank Carpet • Wood mander of technical services. of sergeant. Ceramic • Granite OFF Marble • Laminate $ Purchase of $750 or more Guaranteed Installation Installation Required Kenner Parks and Recreation 5MENTION0 THIS AD Leisure Service Fall Registration Fall 2006 Adult & Children’s Programs see center pull-out section

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# Government # Securing our borders proven that our borders are susceptible to such a laws. Any amnesty program only serves to encourage weapon being smuggled across. Using fraudulent doc- abuse of the system and to persuade people to ignore uments, those investigators just a few months ago the legal process. It is unfair to those who respected were able to bring enough radioactive material our nation’s laws and followed the immigration proce- through a border checkpoint to build one of these dures to allow a free pass to those who did not. This is dirty bombs. a nation of laws and I am opposed to providing By BOBBY JINDAL I was proud to recently support the Homeland amnesty to the millions of illegal immigrants, such as United States Congressman Security Appropriations Act (H.R. 5441) that includ- these, that reside in our country. Instead, we should Louisiana’s First Congressional District ed $19.6 billion for border protection and immigra- focus on preventing unlawful entry into our country. tion enforcement, which was a $1.6 billion increase I will continue to work to strengthen our borders. We have all seen the images on television – people illegally over the previous year's funding. This bill included $3 My colleagues in the House passed the Border crossing the border in broad daylight and under the cover of billion for the Customs and Border Protection agency Protection, A n t i t e rrorism, and Illegal Immigr a t i o n darkness to enter our great country. It is a growing epidemic that which will allow for the hiring of 1,200 new Border Control Act of 2005 (H.R. 4437) last December. I was increases the burden on both our state and national resources. Patrol agents. proud to support this legislation, which included an Each year, an estimated 500,000 people enter our country While erecting a massive wall, increasing the amendment to reaffirm state and local law enforce- illegally. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service esti- number of border agents and utilizing National Guard ment's existing authority to apprehend, detain, remove mates that more than 12 million illegal immigrants are current- troops along our southern border is necessary, it is not and transport illegal aliens. This legislation will devel- ly living in our country. In Louisiana alone, local authorities the only solution in protecting ourselves. We must do op a national border strategy, as well as require the request millions of dollars in compensation each year from the more. We cannot continue to ignore the illegal immi- Department of Defense (DOD) to devise a plan to federal government for the incarceration of illegal aliens. We grants who ignore our laws and cause a strain on our increase surveillance along our borders to combat ille- owe it to legal U.S. residents to enforce our immigration laws, society. gal alien smuggling. The bill now goes before a con- both for the security of our country and the continued prosperi- First, we must stop issuing driver’s licenses to peo- ference committee to work out the diff e r e n c e s ty of our economy. ple illegally in our country. We should not reward between the House and Senate bills. The problems that face us must be dealt with both within our individuals who break our laws by providing them Our country has long been a beacon of light for country and at our borders. After September 11, it is critical to with driver’s licenses and other forms of government the oppressed seeking a life of freedom and liberty. guard our borders from illegal immigrants seeking to harm our identification. My colleagues and I in the House of We must ensure that those who wish to enjoy those country. We must be prepared to stop terrorists who might seek Representatives have passed the REAL ID Act, which freedoms become a part of our society by learning our to sneak a dirty bomb across unmanned portions of our border. will hinder the ability of terrorists and illegal immi- language, history and values. Many sacrifice and risk Investigators from the Government Accountability Office have grants to exercise rights that were once only intended eve r ything for the opportunity to pursue the for valid citizens of the United States. This legislation “American Dream,” knowing that in America if you makes it clear to states that they should stop issuing pursue education, work hard, and play by the rules you drivers licenses to illegal aliens and says any licenses can create a better life for you and your family. # from states that refuse to comply will no longer be recognized as a valid form of identification by the fed- Congressman Bobby Jindal is a member of the HAIRCUTTERS & TANNING eral government. By denying these documents to indi- United States House of Representatives representing viduals who lack valid documentation, this bill will the First Congressional District and sits on the House Serving Kenner Since 1978 make it increasingly difficult for illegal immigrants to Resources Committee. Congressman Jindal’s district Facial attain benefits and freely travel through our country. covers Jefferson, Orleans, St. Charles, St. Tammany, Waxing There are others that enter our county illegally Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. Congressman who put a strain on our society, not only feeding off Jindal has a local office at 3525 North Causeway GUYS: the free health care, education and other government Boulevard, Suite 1020 in Metairie and in Washington, We can get rid b e n e f its, but by committing heinous crimes that D.C. He can be reached at 837-1259. Constituents of that unibrow! threaten the security of our country. U.S. Immigration can also write to Congressman Jindal directly at M - F 10 - 6 • Sat 9 - 3 and Customs Enforcement agents recently arrested www.Jindal.house.gov. 339 W. Esplanade 468-3617 more than 2,100 people for various immigration vio- TIP OF THE MONTH lations as part of “Operation Return to Sender.” Many of those detained had been convicted of crimes rang- To prevent green pool hair apply conditioner ing from felony rape to assault with a deadly weapon. to dry hair before swimming. It is simply unacceptable to have these illegal immi- IS YOUR grants running rampant around our country and there- fore accentuates the need for border security proce- TARGET MARKET dures and methods such as the “catch and release” KENNER CITIZENS? program to be replaced. Interested in helping The “catch and release” program is one of alarm- ing concern. This program, because of bureaucratic # red tape, releases approximately 75 percent of immi- THE KENNER ST R Kenner’s helpless? grants from countries other than Mexico. This pro- gram is unsuccessful in dealing with the large number REACHES of illegal immigrants that enter this country. It makes Call Kenner Cares no sense to simply release people found to be break- ing our laws with no threat of sanction or penalty. 20,600 468-7823 “Catch and release” is not working and must immedi- ately be updated to meet current security concerns or HOUSEHOLDS eradicated entirely. IN KENNER VOLUNTEER • DONATE • I am also concerned with giving amnesty to illegal immigrants that currently reside in our country. The ANSWER A PRAYER 1980s taught us that amnesty programs fail and we CALL 468-9125 FOR AD RATES should not reward those who have ignored our nation’s KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 13

# Fitness # The female body at age 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 and 70 keeps her calorie-burning capacity up, and this, along now and may have developed osteoporosis. Her waist widens with continued aerobic exercise, will counteract this even more. Her heart is 10 to 15 percent weaker than it was when tendency. Although she experiences some compression she was 20, and measurable changes in her immune system of the vertebrae in her back, strong muscles keep her increase her risk of developing cancer and certain infections. stomach relatively flat, her back supple. Wrinkles are now more prominent and skin is dry. Sedentary: She is by now 15 percent weaker than By YVETTE DUSSOUY she was in her thirties, and the decline will be even Seventies more dramatic past age 45. Her shoulders appear nar- Active: She can work and play almost as hard as she did 20 Twenties rower as muscle mass decreases in her upper back. The years ago. She feels more wear and tear in her joints. Only a Active: She retains the strength, stamina and flexi- disks between her vertebrae begin to compress, so that slight increase in body fat reveals her age, along with deeper bility of her teen years. Definition of her muscles with time she will be one to one-and-a-half inches creases in her face and a drier look to her skin due to a decline in shows through. Bone strength may reach its peak. If shorter, and her stomach will distend as the distance oil production that occurs after menopause. she continues regular weight-bearing exercises and between her ribs and pelvis decreases. She has lost Sedentary: She is in failing health as high blood pressure, brit- proper food intake, her bones will stay healthy for about four percent of the range of motion in her hips tle bones and unhealthy blood cholesterol levels leave her vulner- years to come. Without adequate sun protection her and may develop varicose veins. able to a host of serious diseases. Her flexibility, strength and skin will begin to freckle and develop very fine lines. stamina are about nil, and she may have developed the classic S e d e n t a r y : She may look great, but phy s i c a l Fifties “dowager’s hump.” She has wrinkles on her cheeks, and her mouth changes are already beginning to take place. Her aero- Active: She has maintained every aspect of fitness. turns down, so she may physically feel as unhappy as she appears. bic capacity begins to decline. After age 25, muscle Her age shows only in her percentage of body fat, Are you taking care of your body? It’s never too late to start. # mass can decrease by an average of five percent every which continues to increase slightly. Gravity may start decade. Metabolism begins to drop, which will trans- to take its toll on her body, and she may feel some wear Yvette Dussouy, a certified instructor for over 15 years, has late into increasingly higher body-fat percentages. and tear in her joints due to years of activity. She may owned and operated the Kenner Jazzercise Fitness Center locat- want to rethink her workouts, switching to lower- ed at 3729 Williams Boulevard for over 12 years. Dussouy was Thirties impact activities – dancing, swimming or walking. awarded Pacesetter Elite status by Jazzercise, Inc. for the past Active: She looks and feels much like she did in her Cross-training is a must. s e ven years. Dussouy can be re a ched at 443-6666 or twenties. She’s agile and coordinated, with a lean, Sedentary: She has poor posture due to the contin- [email protected]. The Kenner Jazzercise Center has classes defined physique, thanks to well-developed muscles ued drop in flexibility and muscle strength. She slouch- early morning, morning, afternoon, evenings and weekends – and below-average body fat, and her aerobic capacity – es forward, and has a protruding stomach and overarched some include childcare. This class schedule includes classes for the ability to transport oxygen throughout the body – is lower back. All the repercussions of inadequate aerobic the overweight through the very fit. For the complete schedule better than ever. She will, however, begin to experience activity begin to kick in. Her blood pressure rises; she visit www.jazzercise.com. an unavoidable decline in the number of fast-twitch becomes more susceptible to diabetes and heart attacks. muscles, which are responsible for quick reaction. Now body fat begins to settle around her middle; her Sedentary: She will begin to feel her age in terms skin wrinkles and is tugged downward by gravity. of muscle strength, particularly in her arms and legs. Sixties This is because her muscle fibers are starting to atro- Active: She has strong flexible muscles and plenty phy and her muscle mass will continue to decline. She of stamina. Despite the effect menopause has on estro- feels stiffer as elastin is lost from her muscles. gen production, her bones are strong thanks in part to Forties the weight-bearing exercises and strength training Active: She remains as energetic and flexible as she’s done all her life. Her target heart rate will be ever, with excellent aerobic stamina. Because of an down 30 or 40 bpm from her twenties, but because aer- inevitable decline in metabolism, however, she may obic exercise has kept her heart strong, she remains Appraisers have a tendency to put on some fat – particularly in her able to pump healthy amounts of blood. hips and thighs. But her high ratio of muscle to fat Sedentary: She is two or three inches shorter by Now Inc. Kristen Arnold # Community # 4051 Westbank Expwy. 481-9969 Marrero, LA 70072 Fax: 391-2051 e-mail: [email protected] Toll Free: (877) 753-0483 Jefferson Chamber offers opportunities for business development www.appraisersnow.com For business owners looking to raise the profile of primary focus of the education committee is to monitor their company while also making a positive impact in and support public, private and parochial schools in the community, the Jefferson Chamber offers small and Jefferson Parish by providing a business perspective on large businesses alike the opportunity to succeed. The education initiatives. The government committee’s prin- organization is currently seeking those who wish to join cipal concern is to anticipate and react to emerging pub- as new members. lic policy. The communications committee seeks to Founded in 1997, the Jefferson Chamber of increase awareness in the Jefferson Parish community Commerce has grown to include 600 member firms that and keep Chamber members updated on activities, and are dedicated to improving the quality of life and the the membership committee is concentrated on increasing economic, civic and cultural environment in Jefferson Chamber membership while retaining current members. Parish. The Chamber is a private, non-profit, member- Chamber events scheduled for the upcoming months ship-driven organization with a 501(c) 6 IRS designa- include a “Business and Breakfast” event sponsored by tion. It is an independent entity and is not associated in the Radisson Hotel New Orleans Airport on August 11, any way with parish or state government. a Jefferson Parish Public School System New Teacher The organization, through six committees, works to Reception, and an October golf tournament. improve and strengthen businesses and the Jefferson For more information on becoming a member of the Parish community. The business committee was formed Jefferson Chamber or to learn more about the group’s to help local businesses become aware of and develop upcoming events, call 835-3880 or visit www.jefferson- opportunities for business development and growth. The chamber.org. # 14 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Health # Fluoride: Nature’s cavity fighter in the news By RENEE BUJOL Sources of fluoride ommends that private well water be tested every year. Community water fluoridation is an ex t r e m e ly And although the EPA does not specifically recommend The following is part one of a two part series. effective and inexpensive means of obtaining the fluo- testing private wells for fluoride levels, health profes- ride necessary to prevent tooth decay. Studies prove that sionals will need this information before consideration Cavities used to be a fact of life. But over the past few water fluoridation continues to be effective in reducing of prescription of dietary fluoride supplements or to decades, tooth decay has been reduced dramatically. The key rea- tooth decay by 20 to 40 percent. counsel patients about alternative water sources to son for this is simple – fluoride. Leading health organizations, including the reduce the risk of fluorosis if the fluoride levels are Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in all water sources, American Dental Association, the U.S. Centers for above 2 ppm. including the oceans, in lakes and in underground water sources. Disease Control and Prevention and the A m e r i c a n The ADA offers a comprehensive, well-researched Extensive research has shown that optimal levels of fluoride not Academy of Pediatric Dentistry support community publication, Fluoridation Facts that contains answers to only reduce cavities in children and adults, it also helps repair the water fluoridation based on the overwhelming weight of frequently asked questions regarding community water early stages of tooth decay even before the decay is visible. scientific evidence, which continues to establish that it fluoridation. Answers to the questions in Fluoridation Some recent news reports have raised questions about the is safe and effective. Water fluoridation reduces tooth Facts are based on generally accepted, peer-reviewed, safety of fluoride in drinking water. But according to Surgeon decay in both children and adults. scientific evidence. They are offered to assist policy General Richard H. Carmona, “Fluoridation is the single most makers and the general public in making informed deci- e ff e c t ive public health measure to prevent tooth decay and How much fluoride is in your water? sions. The answers are supported by thousands of cred- improve oral health over a lifetime, for both children and adults.” If your water comes from a public or community ible scientific articles, which include more than 350 ref- water supply, contact the local water supplier to deter- erences Fluoride in Our Bodies mine the fluoride level. You can also check your local, Fluoride is obtained in two forms: topical and systemic. county or state health department. Fluoride Supplements Topical fluorides are found in many types of toothpaste, mouth There are two Internet sites that also supply informa- D i e t a r y fluoride supplements (tablets, drops or rinses and in special gels or pastes applied in the dental office. tion. One is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s lozenges) are available only by prescription and are Systemic fluorides are those that are ingested. They include fluor- ( E PA) website for water quality reports at intended for use by children ages six months to 16 years idated water and dietary fluoride supplements in the form of w w w. e p a . gov / s a fewa t e r / d w i n fo / i n d e x . h t m l ( C o n s u m e r living in areas that do not have an optimal amount of tablets, drops or lozenges. Systemic fluorides are integrated into Confidence Reports). Another is the U.S. Centers for fluoride in their drinking water. For maximum effec- children's teeth as their tooth structures form. Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) fluoridation tiveness, fluoride supplements require long-term com- The greatest reduction in tooth decay is achieved when fluo- website at (My Water’s Fluoride). For those states that pliance on a daily basis. ride is available both topically and systemically. Water fluorida- have provided information to the CDC, the agency’s web- The recommended dosage is based on the natural tion provides both types of contact. site at www.cdc.gov/OralHealth/state_reports/index.htm fluoride concentration of the child’s drinking water and lists fluoridation status by water system. the age of the child. If the fluoride level of the home’s If your water source is a private well, it will need to drinking water is unknown (if you are on a private well, Alert! Alert!! Alert!!! be tested and the results obtained from a certified labo- for example), the water should be tested for fluoride ratory. Contact your local or state health department for before supplements are prescribed. information about where you can have a water sample Parents and caregivers should carefully monitor the Looking for Buyers and Sellers!!! tested. use of all fluoride-containing dental products by chil- For any Real Estate needs call… dren under age six because ingestion of higher than rec- Water Quality Reports ommended levels of fluoride by children has been asso- In 1999, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ciated with an increased risk of very mild to mild den- ® (EPA) began requiring water suppliers to put annual tal fluorosis and in developing un-erupted teeth. This 455-0100 drinking water quality reports into the hands of their type of fluorosis is a cosmetic effect with no known customers. Water Quality Reports, (or Consumer health consequences. LORI WENDY Confidence Reports – CCRs) typically may be mailed The preceding article was reproduced from infor- to your home, placed in the local newspaper or made mation obtained from the American Dental PIGEON BELLACI available through the Internet around July 1 each year. Association’s website at www.ada.org/public/topics/flu- HOWCOTT MALONEY To obtain a copy of the report, contact your local water oride/news.asp. # Realtor/Consultant Realtor/Consultant supplier. The name of the water system (often not the (504) 338-4965 (504) 909-8765 name of the city) can be found on your water bill. If the Renee Bujol, B.S. R.D.H. is a dental hygienist work- name of the system is unknown, contact the local health ing with Dr. Susan Felder. Susan M. Felder D.D.S. is a department. general dentist who has practiced continuously in north Although the EPA does not have the authority to Kenner for over 28 years. 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# Sports # Tigers, Green Wave looking to storm back

LSU has been picked first or second by all adversity that was 2005. # general manager and chairman of the board preseason polls in the SEC West. of the Saints Hall of Fame in Ke n n e r ’s Tulane is thrilled to be back home in New Ken Trahan serves as sports director at Rivertown, and maintains a prep football Orleans – on campus and in their homes. Chris Biz Radio 990, WGSO-AM. Trahan is also the website at www.neworleans.com. Scelfo’s beleaguered Green Wave had the most difficult task in the United States a year ago, By KEN TRAHAN playing 11 games in 11 venues with none of those at home following Katrina. After a 2-1 LSU and Tulane. Two words. Hurricane start, the Wave fizzled, losing their last eight Katrina. Two more words. Tigers and Green games. In golf terms, Scelfo and his team Wave. This pair will meet on the playing field deserved a mulligan due to the extraordinary at Tiger Stadium on September 23. The two circumstances they had to operate under. p r ograms are kindred spirits following the Heading into this season, Tulane has a tragedy that was Katrina. LSU lost some prac- pair of players who will lead their defense. tice time while some players and their families Junior defensive lineman Antonio Harris is a lost homes in New Orleans. Their season open- preseason All-Conference USA fi r s t - t e a m er was relocated from Baton Rouge to Tempe, player. In the secondary, cornerback Israel Arizona. Noticeably sluggish and rusty early Route was named to the Conference USA on, LSU roared back late to claim an emotion- collegefootball.com second-team. al win en route to an 11-2 season and a con- The defensive line appears to be a rare vincing Peach Bowl victory over Miami. strength for Tulane. In recent years, Tulane The Tigers return a significant number of has been undersized and undermanned up players that could lead to another season. front but this year is an exception. Along with Twelve Tiger players were named to the pre- H a r ris, Taurean Brown, Ave ry Wi l l i a m s , season All-SEC teams. Junior guard Will Alvin Johnson, Frank Morton, and Michael Arnold earned second team All-SEC honors Purcell all go 275 or better. At linebacker, the a year ago and is a first-team selection head- tall task will be replacing standout Anthony ing into the season. Senior right tackle Brian Cannon. The transfer of Ace Foyil to LSU set Johnson is a second-team choice. At the so- this position back even further. Jordan Ellis (corner of Williams & Joe Yenni) called “skill” positions, quart e r b a c k and Terrence Peterson look like the best bets JaMarcus Russell and wide receiver Dwayne to succeed. The secondary is solid with Grill Now Open! Bowe are other second-team selections on Route, Carlis Jackson, and Jeremy Foreman offense. Defensively, safety LaRon Landry of 10 oz. BURGERS leading the way. Hahnville High School is a first-team choice. Full Menu • 11 a.m. - till The offense was disappointing a year ago Defensive end Chase Pittman is a second- and will go as far as quarterback Lester team selection at left end. Linebacker Ali Ricard takes it. After a nice sophomore sea- Live Weekend Bands Highsmith is also on the second-team, along August 4 Old School 10-2 son, Ricard struggled a year ago and lost his with safety Jessie Daniels. Landing on the August 5 Gas House Gorillaz 10-2 job. He has returned to form to reclaim the third-team were tackle Glenn Dorsey and August 12 Wise Guys 10-2 starting job and hopes to show that he is back defensive back Chevis Jackson. Punter Chris August 18 The Blackened Blues Band 10-2 on track this season. Bullish junior Matt August 19 Kan Dee Side 10-2 Jackson of John Curtis High School is a sec- Forte returns to lead the running back posi- August 26 Midnight Special 10-2 ond-team choice as LSU’s punter. tion which was hurt by the transfer of The Tigers have depth at quarterback with 466-4069 Christian Ducre. Despite losing Cary Koch Matt Flynn and Ryan Perrilloux returning. via transfer, wide receiver is a deep, talented Look for one of those to emerge to claim some spot, lead by big Preston Brown. the 6’4, 230 playing time behind Russell this season. There pound senior led Tulane with 47 catches for is quality at wide receiver with Craig Davis 720 yards and six touchdowns a year ago. and Early Doucet. Running back remains a ® Brian King, Demarcus Davis, and Slidell’s primary concern as Alley Broussard and Justin Brian King provide depth while Po r t Vincent are both returning from ACL surgery Sulphur’s Kenneth Guidroz is quite talented HALFHALF OFFOFF while the eligibility of highly touted recruit as well. The return of Fred Smith, wh o Keiland Williams was still unknown at press EFT sign-up missed last season, could truly help. Chris time. Breakout players to look for include or Beckman and Barrett Pepper return to lead Williams, defensive lineman Tyson Jackson, 2-month pass the kicking game. linebacker Luke Sanders, and safety Craig Perhaps Tulane’s biggest problem will be & Steltz of Rummel High School. a daunting schedule. The Wave opens with The Tigers have an attractive home HALFHALF OFFOFF three difficult games on the road, including schedule with eight games slated for Tiger Joining Fees Houston, Mississippi State, and LSU. The Stadium and only three road ga m e s . Offer expires 9/2/06 home opener is against SMU in the Unfortunately, those three road games are Superdome on September 30. There are only Kenner Jazzercise Center arguably against the three toughest opponents five home games overall. Tulane has been 3729 Williams Blvd. on the schedule – A u b u rn, Florida, and picked fifth out of six teams in Conference 443-6666 Tennessee. If the Tigers can win two of those USA West. My best guess is that LSU will three, they will likely play for an SEC cham- Early morning, morning, win nine games while Tulane will grab four pionship. The scrutiny of Les Miles will con- afternoon, evening, and wins. Any higher totals could result in Les tinue as he forges on in the large shadow of weekend classes. Miles and Chris Scelfo meriting considera- Nick Saban. A 10-win season would go a Some with childcare. tion for conference coach of the year honors long way to ease the skepticism of fanatical as both programs look to storm back from the www.jazzercise.com Tiger fans whose expectations are extreme. 16 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Community # Second “Critical Transportation Needs” shelter to be located in Shreveport The state of Louisiana recently Blanco, discussions are under way to when they needed it. We all must work cane emerg e n cy sheltering capacity of announced that it has secured Hirsch secure additional CTN shelter sites in-state together as a state and region to stay prepared more than 63,000 to date. The total Coliseum in Shreve p o rt as its second along with a request to federal partners for for hurricane season. Although we have includes more than 46,000 in the state’s “Critical Tr a n s p o rtation Needs” (CTN) additional out-of-state capacity. increased our sheltering network, we will host parishes for the general population; shelter to house 2,500 people evacuating by “We know that when hurricanes threaten, continue to expand our capacity in all areas.” 6,500 in in-state CTNs and 9,000 out-of- bus in an emergency. With the execution of the best way to save lives is to get out of As lead agency for Emergency Support state; and 1,700 in special-needs shelters. the lease, Hirsch joins a former State Farm h a r m ’s way,” said Gove r nor Blanco. Function 6, “Mass Care, Housing and Residents are urged to take personal building as a designated CTN shelter. “Shreveport has always opened her doors to Human Services,” under the state’s disaster responsibility by planning their evacuation According to Gove rnor Kathleen g ive her neighbors emerg e n cy sheltering plan, DSS has tallied an estimated hurri- options in advance of a storm and by using public shelters only as a last resort. Once an evacuation is ordered, actual locations of general-population shelters for people who evacuate themselves will be ava i l a ble at shelter- i n f o r mation points, noted on the state evacuation guide and at [email protected]. Free copies of the Southwest or Southeast evacuation guides are available through the area chap- ters of the American Red Cross in the Greater New Orleans area, in parish libraries and in Wa l - M a r t, Lowe ’s and Home Depot stores. # Chapelle to hold annual golf tournament

Archbishop Chapelle High School will hold its ninth annual Chipmunk Classic Golf Tournament on Sunday, October 1 at Ormond Country Club and Golf Course located at 10 Villere Drive in Destrehan. Registration will begin at 11:00 a.m. with a shotgun/scramble start scheduled for 1:00 p.m. A player fee of $85 includes greens fees, electric cart, ditty bag, beverages, din- ner, team pictures and a special tournament gift. Participants will have two chances to win cars at “Hole-In-One” holes sponsored by Peake BMW and Walker Volkswagen. Funds raised from this event will be used to enhance the technology requirements of educational programs at the school. Businesses are welcomed to participate in this event by purchasing either a hole sponsorship for $125 or a corporate spon- sorship for $600 which includes four player fees, hole sponsorship and special signage. To register or for more information call M i ke Sorenson at 455-9304 or Dottie Schule, special events director, at 468- 9090, extension 120 or go to www.arch- bishopchapelle.org and click on golf tour- nament. # Children’s Castle 501 Williams Blvd. Performances on Saturdays 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 17

# Health # Tennis elbow: A common cause of elbow pain E a r ly descriptions of epicondylitis al epicondylitis is nonoperative. The initial Postoperatively, gentle exercises are initi- focused on the inflammatory component phase of nonoperative treatment focuses ated at three to four weeks followed by a of the process but recent studies have con- on relief of pain and includes avoidance of p r ogr e s s ive strengthening program and firmed that, particularly in the later stages, exacerbating activities, ice, and a trial of return to full activities by three to four the process is deg e n e r a t ive in nature. a n t i - i n f l a m m a t o r y medication. If the months. Overall, good to excellent results Lateral epicondylitis involves degenera- patient fails to respond to these initial can be expected in over 90 percent of By THOMAS R. LYONS, M.D. tive changes or microtears involving pri- measures, a corticosteroid injection into patients with full return to activities and marily the origin of the extensor carpi the lateral epicondyle area is considered. A s p o r ts without pain. Newer techniques Tennis elbow (or lateral epicondylitis), radialis brevis muscle which functions to physical therapy program including wrist involving percutaneous extensor release a condition described initially over a cen- extend the wrist. extensor strengthening exercises and and arthroscopic release have been tury ago, is a frequent cause of elbow pain Patients with lateral epicondylitis typi- modalities such as ultrasound can be employed and show promise for the future. and a common clinical disorder. Lateral cally present with pain localized to the lat- effective in relief of pain. The use of a In summary, lateral epicondylitis is a epicondylitis describes an inflammatory eral aspect or outside of the elbow. counterforce brace, which decreases the common cause of elbow pain in both ath- condition of the lateral humeral epi- Patients usually describe elbow pain asso- force experienced by sensitive degenera- letes and non-athletes. The majority of condyle, which is a bony prominence at ciated with activities which require grip- tive tendon tissue above the brace, can also patients can be treated successfully with a the end of the humerus or arm bone, that ping or handling objects. Examination of be helpful. variety of nonoperative measures. In serves as a musculotendinous attachment the elbow shows a full range of motion and Indications for surgical treatment patients who fail to respond to appropriate site. Epicondylitis can also occur on the tenderness over the outside of the elbow at include persistent symptoms at the lateral nonoperative treatment, surgery is a high- medial side or inside of the elbow and is the lateral epicondyle and extensor carpi epicondyle, a failure to respond to a well- ly successful treatment option that gives associated with throwing sports, golf and radialis brevis origin. Also, patients usual- coordinated nonoperative program for a predictably good results and allows full other activities. ly experience pain with resisted wrist three to six month period and exclusion of return to desired activities without pain. # The primary cause of lateral epi- extension with the elbow fully extended. other possible diagnoses. Various surgical condylitis is thought to be repetitive stress Lateral epicondylitis must be differentiat- techniques have been described and there Thomas R. Lyons M.D. is a board cer- or ove ruse. Epicondylitis can also be ed from other conditions such as nerve exists controversy as to the surgical treat- tified orthopedic surgeon practicing at the caused, in athletes and non-athletes, by a compression syndromes or intraarticular ment method of choice. At the present Orthopedic Center for Sports Medicine single traumatic event or injury. Although pathology. Plain radiographs are usually time, the most widely accepted surgical located at 671 West Esplanade Avenue in associated by name with tennis, a variety of normal, but some cases may show soft tis- procedure for lateral epicondylitis Kenner. The Orthopedic Center is a multi- other sports (baseball, fencing) and occu- sue calcification about the lateral epi- includes excision of the degenerative por- specialty center dedicated to complete pational activities (carp e n t r y, plumbing) condyle. tion of the tendon with repair of the result- musculoskeletal care with focused expert- have been identified as possible causes. The cornerstone of treatment for later- ant defect and reattachment of the tendon ise in shoulder and knee care. For addi- origin back to the lateral epicondyle. tional information call 467-5900. As Kenner residents work on homes, KRMC doctor warns about sun rays, skin cancers By ALLAN KATZ Dr. Bellevue, a native of Crowley and a The Ice House graduate of the LSU School of Medicine Thousands of Kenner residents are who has been on the KRMC staff for four LABOR DAY working on their homes and gardens this years, says Kenner residents who notice summer, but too many aren’t using enough suspicious growths on their heads, faces or GALLON sun block nor are they keeping caps on their arms need to have a dermatologist check BLOW-OUT heads, says a Kenner Regional Medical them out. FRUIT PUNCH 24 PK 12 oz. CAN Center dermatologist. “Don’t forget to put sun block on your Dr. Robert Bellevue, a clinical instruc- scalp, especially if you’re getting a little thin 99 tor at LSU Health and Sciences Center as in the hair department,” he says. “People 99¢ 15. well as a member of the KRMC medical forget to put on their caps or they take off # 20 PK LONG NECK their caps during the day. With the kind of staff, says he and his colleagues are seeing KINGSFORD an alarming number of skin cancers and hot summer we’re having, you need sun 99 pre-cancers this summer. block on your scalp, as well as your face, 13. “A lot of Kenner residents are out in the arms, legs, chest and back. And, please, if CHARCOAL sun working on repairing hurricane damage you’re going to be out in the sun all day, AND BUD - BUD LIGHT to their homes this summer or getting their don’t forget to wear a light long-sleeved LIGHTER FLUID MILLER LITE gardens in shape,” says Dr. Bellevue. “But shirt. The best way to treat pre-cancers and COORS LITE in their rush to do the work, they aren’t skin cancers is not to get them. If you do get # using enough sun block and they’re forget- a suspicious looking area anywhere on your # ting to wear caps all the time and keep long- body, don’t imagine it’s going to go away by TOP OFF YOUR sleeved shirts on their upper bodies and itself. Get medical attention right away.” # arms.” He says that most pre-cancers caused by PROPANE TANK the sun can be treated with liquid nitrogen SOLD BY THE GALLON or creams. Skin cancers have to be cut out or burned out, he says. “There are creams KENNER for skin cancers but they take four months WE WILL BE OPEN LABOR DAY and aren’t entirely reliable or certain to be ST#R 2151 WILLIAMS BLVD. effective,” says Dr. Bellevue. “My usual (RIGHT BEHIND CAR WASH) recommendation is that the safest course is Website Monday - Thursday • 7 am - 6 pm/Friday and Saturday • 7 am - 7 pm/Sunday • 8 am - 5 pm to cut out a skin cancer or burn it out. It isn’t www.kennerstar.com something you want to fool around with.” 469-3503 18 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Home # Tips for working with contractors opportunity to remodel or add-on to their contractor. Most homeowners who have signing it. existing structures. A nyone who has undertaken a remodeling or addition proj- The contract should be written so that undertaken any of these types of construc- ect will also agree that the cost exceeded it clearly spells out the obligations of the tion, even before the past years’ events, is the amount they were quoted by approxi- builder. Beware of a contractor who comes certain to have some type of war story mately fifteen to twenty-five percent and to your door with a contract and pen in about the experience. sometimes even more. It is also not hand at the first meeting. If a contractor By DAN DORMADY It is not unusual for a contractor to unheard of for a homeowner to have seems to be urging you to sign on the dot- incur delays, a building inspector to turned over thousands of dollars to their ted line during your initial meeting with Since Hurricane Katrina, many home- require upgrades to the existing plumbing contractor, only to have the work never him, look for another contractor! owners are renovating and repairing their and electrical systems or misunderstand- completed. The contract should contain a descrip- properties and some folks are taking this ings to occur between homeowner and There are several things which you tion of the work to be done, the cost to should strongly consider before signing a complete the project, any allowances to be contract with a contractor in order to avoid made regarding fixtures, a list of items the “This grilled burger (8 oz. chuck) had a GREAT SMOKY FLAVOR that honestly rivaled some of the better burger joints in town.” potential problems during the project. For contractor will be providing as well as a The “Unknown Food Critic”, WWL-TV example, always obtain bids from at least list of items for which the homeowner is Review of Laketown Grill three different contractors. responsible. A reputable contractor will alway s Never pay a contractor all moneys OPEN DAILY 11:00 AM - 8:00 AM offer to his prospective clients a list of ref- prior to the commencement of wo r k . FOOD SERVICE erences of past clients. It is important that Payments should be made in reasonable 11:00 AM - 8:00 AM several references from each list be con- increments after specific project mile- tacted. Ask questions such as: Did the con- stones are met. This should serve as an tractor complete the job in a timely man- incentive for the builder to complete your ner? Was the homeowner satisfied with the remodeling project in a timely manner. quality of work? Were the workers who Once you have reached an agreement Serving Kenner fun & food 21 hours a day came to the job site professional, courte- with the “written” contract, it is time to — Ross & Darwin Martin, owners ous and responsible? At the end of each sign. Notice the key word in the previous 4041 Williams Blvd. • Kenner Winn Dixie Marketplace work day was the home left in a safe and sentence is “written!” The written agree- Corner Vintage and Williams Blvd. orderly fashion? Did the contractor over- ment should contain any and all verbal see the project himself or did he have a agreements the contractor has made with 461-0433 Wireless Internet foreman oversee the job? Were there any the homeowner during the neg o t i a t i o n unanticipated costs or delays during the process. project? It is important for you to realize that After receiving the bids and having there will be snags and delays along the contacted references from each contractor, way when remodeling a home. However, SAMUEL Y. BROWN, M.D. you should contact both the local Better by carefully choosing a contractor and Business Bureau and state licensing board cautiously reviewing and negotiating the ACCEPT ALL HMOs and PPOs, at w w w. l s l b c . l o u i s i a n a . gov / i n d e x . a s p t o terms of the contract, many misunder- OCHSNER & MEDICAID inquire as to any past or existing com- standings can be avoided. In my experi- plaints registered against a contractor. If a ence, a contractor is more likely to do a New Patients builder has several complaints against his better job for a homeowner who has taken and business, it may be wise to rule him out. the time and effort to make thoughtful and Newborn Conferences This website can also help you locate a reasonable decisions. # Welcomed licensed contractor for your project. Carefully review the bids from each of Dan Dormady, P.E. is a licensed pro- 443-KIDS the builders you are thinking of working fessional engineer and licensed home Se habla Español with. A contractor who submits a very low inspector (LSBHI #10273) and the presi- bid may not be using the same quality of dent of Criterium-Dormady Engineers, a Monday - Friday 8:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 8:30 - 12:00 materials. For example, one contractor 3813 Williams Blvd., Kenner - Between W. Esplanade & The Lake locally owned consulting engineering firm may be quoting a price for pine flooring, specializing in residential and commercial while another is quoting a lower price for building inspection services. Dormady oak flooring material. The contractor sub- can be reached at 456-6999, P.O. Box mitting a low bid may estimate a lighting 113565 Metairie, LA 70011-3565, or at fixture allowance of $250, while the mid c r i t e r i u m d o r m a d y @ c ox . n e t . C r i t e r i u m - St. Jerome or higher-range bid may include a fixture Dormady Engineers’ website is www.cri- allowance of $600. Confirm that all bids terium-dormady.com. Knights of Columbus are for the same scope project. 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# Health # A few facts about ankle sprains By CRAIG GOODWIN this injury, and weight bearing is very painful. A grade III ankle sprain is a total Dear Craig, rupture of the ligaments with gross insta- I was recently bility and loss of joint function. Weight playing tennis bearing is also very painful and there is and twisted my severe swelling that follows this injury. ™ ankle wh i l e The thing to do when you sustain an SlenderQuest Sea Clay running back- ankle sprain is to apply what’s called the Body Wrap System wards to hit an R.I.C.E. principles of treatment. Rest your overhead. I ankle and do not walk on it. Ice the ankle to Change The Shape You’re In. had immediate help keep the swelling down (try icing sev- s we l l i n g, bu t eral times a day for 15-20 minutes). Do you want to lose those could still walk Compression bandages are needed to help on the ankle without much pain. What can I immobilize and support the ankle. extra inches without do to help prevent this injury in the future? Elevation of the ankle above heart level for sweating it out hours a day? Raymond in Kenner as much as you can for the first 48 hours is also recommended. You always need to A SlenderQuest Body Wrap Dear Raymond, seek medical advice with this type of can do it for you in just two hours. It sounds like you sustained what is injury, especially with a grade II or grade called a lateral ankle sprain or inversion III injury. This is not a water loss process. sprain of the ankle. This is a common Physical therapy plays a big part in the injury that occurs while playing many dif- rehabilitation of this injury to help restore Special Introductory Wraps ferent sports and happens when the foot is range of motion and strength to the injured forced into an inward or inversion position, site. The correct rehabilitation will help not with an overstretching of the ligaments on only restore normal function to the injured UV-Free • Airbrush Tanning the lateral or outside of the ankle. It is also ankle, but will allow proper healing and sometimes referred to as “rolling” the ankle prevention of further sprains in the future. over. If the ankle does not get the proper atten- Bronzed Tanning Salon There are ligaments on the outside of tion following an injury, then there can be 4228 Williams Blvd., Ste. 207, Kenner • 712-8067 the ankle that try to prevent ex c e s s ive laxity or looseness that will remain in the M - F 10am - 8pm, Sat 1pm - 6pm, Sun 11am - 2pm inward and forward motion in the ankle, ankle that can give you a higher probability and these are the ones that are usually of re-injury in the future. If you sustain injured. The fact that you were able to walk chronic ankle sprains, you can use an ankle and bear weight on the ankle following the brace to help stabilize the ankle during nor- injury with minimal pain, probably means mal or recreational activities. # I TA L I A N , that you had what is called a grade I sprain. Ligament tears are categorized as grade I, Craig Goodwin, Physical Therapist, is S E A F O O D , grade II, and grade III injuries, according to president of Kenner Orthopedic and Sports the severity of the tear. T h e ra py, located at 3921 Wi l l i a m s & S T E A K S A small stretching or partial tearing of B o u l ev a rd with two other locations in M O N D AY & TUESDAY: CLOSED Metairie and on the West Bank. Goodwin the ligament is often classified as a grade I W E D N E S D AY & THURSDAY: g raduated from LSU Medical Sch o o l tear. There is usually little or no functional 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. loss of the joint and you can still bear some Department of Allied Health, Department F R I D AY: weight with little pain. There is mild pain of Physical Therapy, in 1987. Anyone who 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. with some swelling and joint stiffness. A has experienced an injury and would like to S AT U R D AY: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. grade II ankle sprain is a more severe tear- find out why it happened and what can be ing of the ligaments with moderate instabil- done to help restore normal function in that S U N D AY: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. ity. There is usually moderate to severe pain a rea, can email the pro fessionals at W E D N E S D AY with swelling and stiffness associated with [email protected]. STEAK SPECIALS Guillot named to EJGH post East Jefferson General Hospital recent- East Jefferson General Hospital, ly announced that Michael Guillot has been Louisiana’s first Nurse Magnet hospital, is named EJGH Director of Emerg e n cy a publicly owned, not-for-profit, communi- Medical Services. Guillot has 20 ye a r s ty hospital providing high quality care to experience as a paramedic and has served the residents of the East Bank of Jefferson for the last 10 years as the EMS Supervisor Parish and surrounding communities. # at EJGH.

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# Health # French medical students volunteer at EJGH efforts, Vladimir said that he wanted to The students are living at the hospital Keith M. Darcey is a communications learn more about how we take care of the and are volunteering in clinical areas specialist with East Je ffe rson Genera l patients. The manner in which care is deliv- throughout the hospital. Each student will Hospital located at 4200 Houma Boulevard ered here is different, and he hopes to take stay three to four weeks with a staggered in Metairie. Darcey can be reached at 889- back some ideas. arrival and departure. The highlights men- 7110 or at k d a r c ey @ e j g h . o rg . E a s t “The atmosphere here is great,” he said. tioned by the students have been the presen- Je ffe rson General Hospital, Louisiana’s By KEITH M. DARCEY “You make a hospital feel like home. You tations on Cajun French culture and on first Nurse Magnet hospital, is a publicly spend more time with your patients explain- Hurricane Katrina. owned, not-for-profit community hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital wel- ing their choices and have skills in taking “Everyone has treated us so well,” said providing care to the residents of the East comes twelve medical students from Paris, care of them that we don't have. We (France) Vladimir. “We have felt at home.” # Bank of Jefferson Parish and surrounding France. After watching images of Hurricane need to follow you on this.” communities. Katrina through the international media, these students decided to volunteer part of their summer to help in the recovery efforts. Back to school tips for a healthy start “This is just a great opportunity for both East Jefferson and for these students,” said By JON T. MOSES checkups are an important part of the and other school staff often begin work Sandy Whittington, EJGH director of com- back-to-school routine. The doctor can several days before school starts. Take munity services. “They came here to help in Summer is make sure your child is on track in this opportunity to go meet them and any way they could and to see how we pro- ending and growth and development. And you can tour the school building. vide medical care to our patients. Hopefully, that can mean see if your child is up-to-date on all If your child has any health concerns, we can all learn more about each other’s only one thing required immunizations. You may need a also make time to see the school nurse, cultures.” – another copy of your child’s current immuniza- advises the AAP. If your child needs to EJGH was contacted by the president of school year is tion record to show to school staff. take medications, make arrangements the University of Texas-Austin A l u m n i around the If your child will be participating in a before school starts. Association in France, Texas-Exes, to see if corner. This sports program, he or she may also need the hospital would be interested in working can be an a sports physical. Step 5: Start the first day – and every with the students. The process to arrange exciting time Your child’s doctor may be very busy day – right. No matter the age of your their visit began immediately and students for kids. But with last-minute appointments in late child, a good night’s sleep and proper were able to plan their trip. “back to school” may make some parents summer, reminds the AAP. Try to make nutrition are needed for good school per- Third year medical student, Vladimir cringe when they think of the many any necessary doctor’s appointments as formance. Ideally, younger children Ferrafiat, was born in Los Angeles, but things they need to do before that all- early as possible. should get about nine hours of sleep moved to Paris when he was four years old every night, says the National Institutes and has never been to New Orleans. He and important first day. Step 2: Fill out paperwork. If this is your of Health. the entire group were excited to come to the This year, help make going back to area to help. school easier by taking care of health- child’s first year at a school, you will And give your child a high-perform- “Whenever you see the damage on the related tasks well ahead of time. Here is need to fill out registration forms. The ance breakfast. That means avoiding a television, you don't really believe it,” said a step-by-step list of tips from the school may also send you emergency sugar-loaded meal and serving a bal- Vladimir. “But it’s way bigger in person. I American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) contact information forms and health anced meal of carbohydrates, fiber and respect those people who lost everything and other child health authorities. forms to fill out. protein instead. and want to stay. America should respect those people.” Step 1: Make a doctor’s appointment. Step 3: Do a safety review. Whether your Step 6: Deal with emotions. In all the In addition to helping with the recovery Even if your child appears healthy, child is walking, biking or riding the bus rush, think about your child’s feelings as to school, safety is paramount. Help your school approaches. He or she may feel child prepare ahead of time. excited, apprehensive or scared. Let your If your child is walking or biking: child talk about those feelings and offer • Do a practice run: Walk or ride the encouragement. # KENNER ORTHOPEDIC & SPORTS THERAPY route to school ahead of time with your 3921 WILLIAMS BLVD. child. KENNER, LA 70065 • Review safety rules, such as crossing Jon T. Moses is a Marketing Liaison with the street only at crosswalks and wearing Kenner Regional Medical Center located 504-443-5152 a helmet while on a bike. at 200 West Esplanade Avenue in Kenner. • If your child is younger, arrange for an Moses can be reached at 464-8692 or at older child from the neighborhood to [email protected]. walk or ride to and from school with Kenner Regional Medical Center is a your child. Tenet-owned hospital with a full service If your child is riding the bus, remind emergency room, outpatient diagnostics him or her to: and inpatient services providing care to • Stay out of the street while waiting for Kenner and the surrounding area. KRMC the bus. accepts a majority of insurance plans. • Stay seated on the bus. For a physician referral call 464-8200. • Stay seated until the bus has stopped completely. KENNER’S ONLY CHOICE FOR ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICAL THERAPY • Not throw things, yell or do other THERE IS A DIFFERENCE!!!! things that may distract the driver. • Always keep head and hands inside the Se habla Español METAIRIE & WESTBANK LOCATIONS bus.

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# Law # HurricanePreventive Maintenance Evacuation Special Law suits occasioned by • Oil change • Tire rotation • Inspect brakes Hurricanes Katrina and Rita • Inspect belts • Inspect hoses By JAMES L. MELCHERS claim for damages, as outlined in the act, • Top off all fluids $ 95 caused by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita • Check tire pressure The mass shall be instituted by suit or legal action • Inspect tires including spare d e va s t a t i o n on or before August 30, 2007 and • Switch to nitrogen inflation caused by September 25, 2007, respectively. This act • Replace windshield wiper blades • Inspect exterior lights Cannot be used with any other offer H u r r i c a n e s provides that any resident within the state 89Expires 8/31/06 • Inspect battery and exterior lights Katrina and of Louisiana can file a suit in the Rita, which hit Nineteenth Judicial District Court seeking Louisiana on a declaratory judgment relative to the August 29, above act as well as Act 739. PER TIRE TO 2005 and The problem or issue with both of the SWITCH TO September 24, acts is their attempt to make them retroac- NITROGEN AIR 2005, has put tive. If these changes are substantive in $ INFLATION the homeowner and business owners in a nature, they cannot be retroactive. If the NASA, US Military, Boeing, Indy & Nascar precarious position as we approach the Supreme Court considers them procedural race teams all use nitrogen in their tires. one year anniversary of each event. in nature, they can be retroactive. Expires 8/31/06 The importance of these dates in In light of the retroactive issue of these Louisiana is that Louisiana law provides acts, Jim Donelon on July 11, 2006, filed 5 its citizens a period of one year in which a directive with the insurance companies Tires • Alignments • Balancing • Oil Changes • Air Conditioner to file a lawsuit against its insurers as who do business within the state request- Work • Shocks • Struts • Brake Service • Batteries • Belts opposed to Texas, Mississippi, Florida, ing that they voluntarily extend the home- • Hoses •Tune-Ups • CV Joints • Fuel Injecion Cleaning and Alabama which allows its insured owner’s right to file suit against the insur- two, three, four, and six years, respective- er to a period of twenty-four months. Of 4200 Williams Blvd. ly, in which to file suits against its insur- the 100 plus companies who write home- ers. owners’ insurance in Louisiana as of July 465-1312 Under the pre-Katrina and pre-Rita 17, 2006, thirty-nine small insurance com- 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday statute, the right to file a lawsuit against panies have agreed to the extension. Those www.scottystireauto.com the insurer is lost or prescribed on August insurance companies as well as any other 30, 2006 and September 25, 2006. In light insurance companies who have agreed to of these concerns, the legislature passed the twenty-four month period to file suit two House Bills, 1289 and 1302, which relative to homeowners’ insurance claims became Acts 739 and 802 of the 2006 reg- can be found at www.ldi.state.la.us. ular session. To the extent that your homeowner’s Act 739 provides that any person or insurance company is not a company that entity having a claim for damages pur- has extended the period to file suit to suant to its homeowners’ insurance policy, twenty-four months voluntarily by August personal property insurance policy, ten- 1, 2006, it is my recommendation that you ant’s homeowners’ insurance policy, con- employ an attorney immediately to file a dominium owners’ insurance policy, or lawsuit on your behalf so that you can commercial property insurance policy maintain your rights occasioned by a resulting from Hurricane Katrina shall timely filing under the pre-Katrina, pre- have through September 1, 2007 within Rita Hurricane law. In the event Acts 739 which to file a suit or legal action against and 802 are ultimately declared unconsti- its insurer with regard to its claim for tutional by the courts, you as the insured property damages. This act affords to the have lost your right to sue your insurance victims of Hurricane Rita the same rights company as you did not file timely under except that the insureds affected by the the pre-Katrina, pre-Rita law. # disaster are given until October 1, 2007 within which to file a suit against its James L. Melchers is the senior attorney insurer with regard to its claim for proper- at Melchers Law Firm, located at 909 ty damages. The act further provides that West Esplanade Avenue in Kenner and the the Attorney General of Louisiana will firm’s primary areas of practice are estate within ten days of the effective date of the planning, wills, trusts, successions, real act seek a declaratory judgment as to the estate, corporate law, and personal injury. constitutionality of the provisions of this Melchers can be reached at 467-1092 or act as well as Act 802. visit the firm’s website at www.melcher- Act 802 addresses the issues associat- slawfirm.com. ed with the massive destruction caused by H u r ricanes Katrina and Rita, such as forced evacuation, difficulty with finding shelter and loved ones; the massive clean up and debris removal, lack of insurance adjusters; and emotional and psychologi- cal hardships. This act provides that any 22 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Real Estate # Attract buyers with a home that has eye appeal

fortable and exciting that a buyer will want ence. Pull the furniture from against the should sparkle. Keep yards and landscap- to buy that lifestyle for himself. walls to create a more intimate setting. ing neat and attractive. Add color spots of This can be accomplished by making Move furniture from one room to another. flowers to perk up entryways and yards. just a few improvements in your home’s For example, that extra armchair in the liv- Consult with a professional. There are presentation. Here are some guidelines to ing room may create a cozy sitting area in decorator professionals trained to “stage” a make your property distinctive and memo- the guest bedroom. By LINDA R. MARTIN home for sale. They are able to offer an rable. Create custom spaces. Luxury master objective view of what buyers are looking Eliminate cl u t t e r. H ave you eve r bathrooms, decorator kitchens, bu i l t - i n for in your competitive market. Depending The housing market has become much noticed how model homes are perfect with more competitive. Many communities are cabinets, computer workstations, exercise upon location, neighborhood, demograph- no mess, clutter, or mass of personal rooms, and children’s play areas are the ics and price range, the special touches that beginning to see homes remain longer on belongings heaped about? There should the market and the bargaining pendulum kinds of features that generate sales appeal. turn on buyers may range from splashy only be a few exquisite and well-placed Even if you don’t have these specific cus- master bathrooms and gourmet kitchens to swing in favor of the buyer. This is called a accessories on tables, desks, chests, etc. “buyer’s market,” as the number of avail- tom spaces, you can fashion them or sug- children's play areas or home offices. Also, clear kitchen and bathroom counters gest the potential for creating them. You don’t have to spend a great deal of able homes outnumbers the buyers. As a and furniture of everything except decora- seller, your challenge is to turn a buyer’s Accessories, mirrors, plants and fluffy new money to give your property the competi- tive accessories. Put the personal things – towels can generate a feeling of luxury tive edge. Just try to imagine the kind of market to your advantage. cosmetics, toiletries, clothes, bills, papers, The right price is vital, because over- even in a “plain-Jane” bathroom. Turn an lifestyle your target bu yer would enjoy and homework – out of sight. Tuck waste- extra bedroom into an exercise room if and use a few decorative touch-ups to pricing your home can cause you to elimi- baskets under counters or inside cabinets. nate potential buyers and lengthen the time you’ve got the equipment, or a loft space create it. # Clutter and personal belongings detract into a child’s play area or hobby center. that your home stays on the market. But from the important features of the home. equally important is making sure that you Keep it clean and pristine. Dust, vacu- Linda R. Martin is the branch manager give your home a competitive edge by giv- Create a color theme. If you embark on um, mop and polish on a regular basis. of the Prudential Gardner Realtors ’ ing it creative eye appeal. any decorating investment, like painting, You’re not selling the furniture, but a high Williams Boulevard branch and can be Many homeowners make the mistake wallpaper, draperies or new furniture pur- shine on wood furniture and floors can reached at 443-6464 or lmartin@pruden- believing they are selling “their home,” but chases, create a color theme that's consis- make a room sing. Touch up nicks on walls t i a l g a r d n e r. c o m . Prudential Gard n e r ’s once on the market your home is actually a tent. Wall-to-wall carpeting should be the and make sure the porcelain sinks and tubs website is www.prudentialgardner.com. product. You need to create an environment same throughout the house. Neutral colors and metallic fixtures shine. Wi n d ow s the buyer can’t resist. In other words, do are best to please all tastes. everything you can to make the home so Rearrange the furniture. Just the slight- attractive, charming, cozy, inviting, com- est readjustments can make a big differ- Jeff Parish pump operators will be able to ride out hurricanes in Kenner’s new safe house

A new safe house for Jefferson Parish pump operators sits atop of pilings adjacent to the Duncan canal pumping station on Joe Yenni Boulevard.

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# Banking # Establishing good credit employers, etc. what sort of risk you are. at a local bank. Local is important since Open a credit card account. Because Now we all know that a computer can’t you don’t have credit now and you want you have no credit this may be hard, but really predict how you, as an individual, someone to help you jump start the process. most banks have a secured card option will pay, but it turns out that for large National lenders tend to operate by the where you pledge cash to secure the card. groups of people the computer can very numbers, and you want some one to help Once you get the card, use it very little. accurately predict how well or badly the you walk through the process. Note – don’t Don’t charge more than 10 percent of your By GLENN DOTTOLO group as a whole will pay. It is sort of like bounce checks! Pay attention to your bank credit limit and pay the bill in full monthly. how the weather service can not say where balance. You can do this online through the Watch out for medical, cell phone, cable Last month we talked about how your one drop of rain will go, but Doppler radar Internet, so it is easy to keep track of your c o m p a n y and parking ticket collection credit score affects your life; now let’s talk can pretty accurately predict where the situation. items. All of the above are frequent sources about how to get a good credit score. First, showers will be. Exhibit stability. If at all possible pick an of consumer problems. They are hard to let’s consider the situation of a young per- Your objective is to have a good credit apartment that you will be happy in for a few resolve over the phone so many people are son or someone who has relied upon cash score. You do this by opening accounts and years, as frequent moves hurt your credit tempted to just not pay. Unfortunately, the only and therefore does not have a credit handling credit the way that responsible score. Even better would be for you to buy a companies turn you over to collection score. people do. There are a number of simple house. By all means, pay your rent or mort- agencies and ruin your credit. It is far bet- Remember, your credit score is a three steps, but it all begins at your local bank. gage on time. It would be best to set this up on ter to pay your bill now and, if need be, digit number that tells lenders, landlords, Open a checking and savings account automatic debit so that you will never be late. fight for a refund later. If necessary you can always take the fight to small claims court. Open a second charge account. If you # # wait about six months you should be able to Retirement & Investing get a second card on an unsecured basis. Handle this one the same way as the secured card. Use it once a month and pay Increasing retirement income in full monthly. By RONALD HAMPTON Single Premium Immediate Annuity for a are based on the claims paying ability of The whole process will take about 18 ten year income stream, and a deferred the issuing life insurance company. months to two years, but the end result will In last annuity to rebuild the principal over the Annuities may have surrender charges for be a good credit score that will give you m o n t h ’s col- same 10 years. Based on this example, the early withdrawal. # access to the best financial products in the umn we dis- annuity owner will be able to increase market. 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Williams Boulev a rd, offe rs twe n t y - t wo tax deferral. But since many retirees use without spending any additional money Hampton’s firm is a participant in the Better years of full service banking to his cus- their CDs to generate current income, tax out-of-pocket. Business Bureau CARE program and is an tomers. Dottolo can be contacted at 565- deferral may not be an issue. Their need is The immediate annuity example shown authorized re p resentative of S.A.F. E . 3655. Visit Gulf Coast Bank & Trust’s web- to safely maximize their savings for income is based on current guaranteed rates. The Planning, a Medicaid planning practice. site at www.gulfbank.com. # and, if possible, reduce taxes. The strategy deferred annuity rate shown is a conserva- that follows is becoming increasingly pop- tive average for market index annuities but ular because it does both. is subject to change due to market fluctua- WELLS HOME In the example shown, we are using a tions. 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# Automotive # Back to school driving tips for teens cases, low fluid levels can cause poor per- levels. Tires can lose up to one psi (pound gallon of water, engine oil, an emergency formance and premature component fail- per square inch) per month under normal blanket, a small tool kit, gloves, a tire ure. Maintaining these fluids at correct conditions. Proper inflation not only helps gauge, reflective light sticks, and a jack levels is vital to the health of your vehicle prevent excessive tire wear, but also helps and lug wrench. Hopefully you’ll never and can also aid in preventing future per- maximize fuel efficiency. Use an accurate need anything in your kit, but should any- formance problems. tire gauge to check tire air pressure month- thing unexpected happen on the road, By SCOTT ZIMMERMAN N ext, pay attention to your tires. ly and always when the car is cool – mean- you'll be better prepared. Remember, the tires are the only part of ing that it has been driven less than one The start of a new school year brings As kids of all ages head back to your car that actually touch the road, so it’s mile or has not moved in at least three n ew opportunities for learning, eve n school, it's important for young drivers to i m p o r tant that they are maintained to hours. beyond the classroom. Through education, know the simple things they can do to take allow the most effective driving under any You can find information on a vehi- drivers can be better informed and safer care of their vehicles. Whether driving to weather and road conditions. For example, cle’s specified tire pressure and more in behind the wheel. # the local high school or miles from home stopping on wet roads can take up to four your vehicle owner’s manual. In fact, con- to attend college, learning how to properly times longer than on dry surfaces. Plus, if sider your owner’s manual the “textbook” Scott Zimmerman is the owner of maintain cars can help keep young drivers your tread is worn, tires may hydroplane – for learning about your vehicle. Consult Scotty’s Tire and Automotive, Inc., a fami- safer on the road. skim over the surface of the road with lit- the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule ly-owned and operated full-service tire Young drivers are often at risk of get- tle or no traction. Help avoid this situation in the manual to be sure you’re servicing and automotive shop, located at 4200 ting into an accident or having a mechani- by checking your tires regularly. your vehicle as needed. Williams Boulevard in Kenner. Store hours cal breakdown due to their lack of experi- An easy test to determine if your tread Finally, be sure to keep an emergency a re 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on Monday ence. is worn is to place a U.S. penny into a tread kit in your car. Include things like a flash- t h rough Fr i d a y. Scotty’s website is Here are some simple tips to help teach groove with Lincoln’s head facing down. light and fresh batteries, jumper cables, a www.scottystireauto.com. young people the basics of vehicle mainte- If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head (or first aid kit, a cell phone and charger, a nance – an important part of every driver’s 2/32”), you are below the minimum tread education. depth and the tire should be replaced. First, make sure the vehicle’s main flu- Remember, this simple test is only appro- ids are routinely checked and filled to the priate for tires on passenger vehicles. recommended levels, specifically the win- You should also check your tire pres- CITY OF KENNER d ow washer fluid, engine oil, anti- sure regularly to ensure that all four tires – freeze/coolant, brake fluid, transmission and your spare – are properly inflated to HOTLINE fluid, and power steering fluid. In many the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended ¤ Call 468-7200 IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS Kenner Police Department ...... 712-2222 Kenner Fire Department ...... 467-2211 Kenner Public Works (Administration) ...... 468-7515 Kenner Code Enforcement (Director’s Office) ...... 468-6606 Kenner Wastewater Department (Administration) ...... 468-7292 Jefferson Parish Water Depaartment . .736-6050 Entergy ...... 1-800-368-3749 Atmos Energy Louisiana ...... 849-4300 Cox Communications ...... 304-8444 BellSouth ...... 1-888-757-6500 KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 25

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Old Navy store reopens at The Esplanade • 24 years experience counseling Old Navy, a popular clothing retailer for the whole 100 retail and dining options,” said Anne Mialaret individual clients and small businesses fa m i ly, reopened its doors at The Esplanade on Reed, marketing director at The Esplanade. “Important • Real Estate Closings and Property Law Thursday, July 20 for the first time since it was forced events such as the reopening of Old Navy at The • Successions, Wills, and Family Law to close last August due to damage from Hurricane Esplanade demonstrate our resilience and reinforce our Katrina. The store joins a line up of retailers that positive outlook for continued rebuilding in the region.” ANTHONY V. LIGI, Jr. reopened last October at The Esplanade, including The Esplanade is located on West Esplanade in ATTORNEY AT LAW Aéropostale, American Eagle Outfitters, Charlotte Kenner and features a mix of more than 135 retailers 4425 Clearview Parkway Russe, d.e.m.o., Finish Line, Nine West and PacSun. such as Hollister Co., Aéropostale and Ann Taylor Loft, Metairie, Louisiana 70006 “We are delighted to welcome back Old Navy and and restaurants including Zea Rotisserie. Additional (504) 455-7974 to further enhance our customers’ overall shopping i n f o r mation on The Esplanade is ava i l a ble at experience by expanding our dynamic mix of more than www.ShopTheEsplanade.com.# Rated by peers as having highest professional and ethical standards. www.martindalehubbel.com

Congressman Jindal to speak at KPWA meeting Carpentry Plumbing L o u i s i a n a ’s 1st Congressional District United required and can be made by calling 962-3930. The Painting Sheetrock Repair States Congressman Bobby Jindal will be the guest deadline for reservations is noon on Tuesday, August 1, s p e a ker at the Kenner Professional Wo m e n ’s 2006. Association meeting which will be held on Tuesday, Reserved tables for eight for $225 are available August 15, 2006 in the Grand Ballroom of the Radisson and individual tickets for $30 will be sold on a first- Robert Bellaci’s New Orleans Airport Hotel located at 2150 Veterans come basis. Reservations can be made by calling 388- Boulevard in Kenner. Networking begins at 11:30 fol- 8891 no later than August 1, 2006. # General Maintenance, Inc. lowed by lunch at noon. Advance reservations are Residential - Commercial Insured KPD and Kenner Housing Authority Locally Owned & Operated for 21 Years to hold mentor training camp Robert Bellaci On August 2, 2006, the Kenner Police Department and drugs. Certified Electrician 284-6086 and the Kenner Housing Authority will hold the Kenner Police Chief Steve Caraway will speak to Jeff Parish Licensed Contractor 559-9225 “Mentor Training Camp,” an innovative program that the campers on the importance of leadership. gives young people the skills to become positive role “This camp affords young people the opportunity to models in the community. Campers are between the gain valuable life skills,” said Caraway. “What they ages of 13-18, and are selected from families receiving learn will help them develop confidence in themselves assistance from the Kenner Housing Authority. and become responsible young adults.” The camp will take place on August 2 through “Over the years, we’ve worked with some wonder- August 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. each day, at the ful young people who have gone on to do great things Kenner Housing Authority, located at 1013 31st Street in the community,” said Officer Ronnie Barger, who Hot Breakfast • Po-Boys in Kenner. has served as the camp’s program coordinator since its Campers will receive visits from professionals in inception in 1994. SPECIALTY COFFEE DRINKS several different career fields, on topics such as how to For more information visit the Kenner Po l i c e prepare for a job interview, finance, etiquette, nutrition Department’s website at www.kennerpd.com. # Frozen Coffees Caramel • White Chocolate • Mocha • Vanilla Bean Call In or Fax Orders For Take Out 504-443-2299 4041 Williams Blvd. at Vintage Support Save Our Lake in Winn Dixie Shopping Center Since 1989 LPBF has worked to restore and preserve the Pontchartrain Basin.

The impact of Hurricane Katrina on our region’s wetlands and natural habitats is significant. Now more than ever, we need your help to protect our natural resources. LPBF offers you many ways to support the foundation.

Donations, annual memberships, gift memberships, corporate donations, M. Susan M. Felder, D.D.S. Save Our Lake merchandise, and event sponsorships have helped LPBF FAMILY DENTISTRY accomplish many successful projects over the years, but we have more work to do. 4134 FLORIDA AVENUE, SUITE 101 Please consider making a donation or becoming a member today by visiting our KENNER, LOUISIANA 70065 (504) 469-6333 website at www.saveourlake.org/. Office Hours By Appointment Emergencies taken daily • New patients welcome. Visa, Master Card, Discover Card accepted. 26 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Airport # Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rated above average The Louis Armstrong New Orleans expectations while also increasing opera- the Greater New Orleans Metro Area. The The study also indicated that travelers International Airport has been rated above tional efficiency.” top rating for medium size airports was have particularly low satisfaction within the national average in overall airport sat- This study, now in its sixth year, meas- awarded to LaGuardia International in the area of retail services offered at air- isfaction, according to the J.D. Power and ured overall airport satisfaction in three New York. Nonetheless, the 2006 study ports. The slow return of retail services at Associates 2006 North America Airport segments: large (30 million or more pas- placed A r mstrong International A i r p o r t Armstrong International Airport has been Satisfaction Study,SM which was released sengers per year), medium (10 million to higher than the 2005 study. a major concern. Many of the businesses June 29, 2006. The 2006 North America less than 30 million passengers per year) The 2006 study reports that wait times that operated at the airport prior to the Airport Satisfaction Study is based on and small (less than 10 million passengers play a key role in customer satisfaction at impact of Hurricane Katrina we r e responses from more than 9,800 passen- per year). Eight factors were examined to airports. One area receiving low ratings D i s a d van taged Business Enterp r i s e s gers who took a flight between January determine overall customer satisfaction: and is of particular concern among pas- (DBE) and were struggling. They face the and May of 2006. Passengers evaluated up a i r p o r t accessibility, check-in/bagga g e sengers is the speed of baggage delivery, same problems that other retail businesses to two different airports – their departing check, security check, terminal facilities, which averages 17.3 minutes. However, as in the area are facing – staffing and rev- and arriving airport – for a total of more food and beverage, retail services, bag- long as baggage is delivered within 20 enue. Fo r t u n a t e ly, the New Orleans than 17,000 evaluations. gage claim and immigration/customs con- minutes, passengers are generally satisfied Aviation Board (NOAB) has taken action “Airports are key economic develop- trol. Armstrong International Airport is with the experience. The check-in process to assist them in their return and recovery ment tools for the communities that own ranked in the medium-size category and it r e c e ive s signifi c a n t ly higher ratings, and many are now reopened. and operate them,” said Tom Henricks, positioned at number 13 out of a listing of where travelers report waiting an average Studies and surveys such as these are president of Aviation Week. “By highlight- 27 medium-size airports. This ranking was of 13 minutes to obtain a boarding pass va l u a ble tools for measuring customer ing the performances of airports across a welcomed surprise considering the and check baggage. Tolerance for waiting service. The NOAB staff uses this infor- North America, the study will help the air- struggle the airport has gone through to is lower for the check-in process and air- mation to improve and maintain a safe air- p o r t industry meet gr owing customer rebuild air service for the Gulf South and ports only have 15 minutes before passen- port while providing as many amenities as ger satisfaction drops below the industry possible. As the airport continues the road average for this measure. At Armstrong to recovery, the goal is to encourage the International Airport, the latest technology airlines to continue to add flights and seek is available for self-service check-in, with vendors to provide a variety of retail and free standing kiosks at most of the ticket food and beverage choices to keep our Join Us For An Event— counters. The study showed that 16 per- travelers satisfied. The results of this study We Invite Your Membership. cent of passengers go online and print out indicate Louis Armstrong New Orleans THE KENNER PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S a boarding pass before arriving at the air- International Airport is on its way to meet- ASSOCIATION’S (KPWA) port – up from just five percent in 2004. ing this goal. MEETING WILL BE HELD An additional 27 percent of passengers use For information about Louis Armstrong TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2006 the self-service check-in kiosk – up from New Orleans International Airport, visit the AT THE 18 percent in 2004. website at www.flymsy.com. # GRAND BALLROOM – THE RADISSON NEW ORLEANS AIRPORT HOTEL 2150 Veterans Boulevard in Kenner KRMC and expanding medical services.” Call 962-3930 to make luncheon reservations (continued from page 1) As for KRMC’s future direction, Dr. Quinlan explained that Ochsner will rely GUEST SPEAKER: Congressman Bobby Jindal emergency department, a surgery depart- upon and consult Kenner Regional’s existing For Men and Women Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. ment, hyperbaric medicine and wound care, staff for ideas about how the hospital can Lunch at noon. oncology services, cardiology program and grow. Info: 962-3930 a d vanced orthopedic services, Wa r n e r “We’ve had a clinic in Kenner for many Thomas, president and chief operating offi- years now, and we’ve learned that the people cer of Ochsner Health System, said that one of Kenner know what they need. With that in of the hospital’s short - t e r m goals is to mind, we will look to the professionals who expand the number of hospital beds available work at Kenner Regional and ask what they for area residents. think the community needs and can support. “By collaborating with local physicians, We will go there with questions, not answers, CENTURY combining our resources, and investing in while sending support from our main cam- additional technology and equipment, med- pus.” ical services will be more accessible to Kenner Regional’s current staff will join TITLE patients,” Thomas explained. O c h s n e r ’s team of approx i m a t e ly 7,000 Dr. Quinlan added that part of Ochsner’s existing employees and 600 physicians in 80 “WE CLOSE REAL ESTATE strategy for accommodating local healthcare medical specialties and subspecialties, and TRANSACTIONS FOR YOU” needs includes maintaining what is known as additional personnel will be added as the RANDY LOVITT an “open staff model,” which allows any hospital increases its services and programs Notary Public doctor licensed in Louisiana to admit locally. Ochsner’s system also includes three Real Estate Sales, Mortgages, patients to its facility. acute care hospitals, a sub-acute facility and Donations, 1031 Tax Free Exchanges “Following the acquisition, our focus 25 clinics located throughout southeast will be on the future – what we can do now Louisiana. • Expert Closing Assistance — In Operation over 11 years to meet the long-term healthcare needs of When asked about the Ochsner purchase • In-House Problem Solving Real Estate Title Attorneys — You’ll need this our community,” Dr. Quinlan said. “This of Kenner Regional Medical Center, Kenner • We keep you Informed — We return your Calls partnership will benefit the community by Mayor Ed Muniz said, “This is another testa- • Convenient Locations — Free validated Parking p r oviding accessible, convenient, quality ment to the economic strength of Kenner and • Our Costs are Competitive — Our Work is Accurate care for patients and attracting new physi- a significant boost to the business communi- cians to the area with expanded academic ty and the good health of our citizens. METAIRIE One Lakeway Center medical education programs and ongoing Ochsner’s reputation in the delivery of med- 3900 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 605 • Metairie, Louisiana 70002 clinical research. We will preserve continuity ical services is world renowned and Kenner of care and patient-physician relationships is proud that Ochsner is staking part of its 830-7979 FAX 831-2609 by maintaining the current open-staff model future with us.” # KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 27

# # SENIORS • RETIREES • CAREGIVERS Entertainment Learn How to Legally Protect Your Life Savings St. Philip Neri presents summer play From Nursing Home Financial Disaster FREE REPORT reveals how you can prevent losing your The St. Philip Neri drama program is presenting its has a cast of twenty and is directed by Stacy Taliancich. pension, CDs, Social Security and other assets, even if summer production, Who Kidnapped Mother Goose? Pe r f o r mances will be held at St. Philip Neri’s on August 4 and 5 at 7:30 p.m., and on August 6 at 2:00 Parishioners’ Center located at 6500 Kawanee Avenue your loved one is already in a nursing home. Learn the p.m. This comedy brings together favorite nursery in Metairie. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for chil- secrets that can protect your spouse, your parent or other rhyme characters in a hilarious search for Mother dren. For more information and to make reservations family members from losing it all. Stroke, Alzheimer’s # Goose in a play the whole family can enjoy. The play call 467-4423. or other long term illness can wipe out the uninformed.

Regional premiere of Labute’s Fat Pig debuts Call for FREE information. Actor’s Theatre of New Orleans’ second season woman who just happens to be “very plus-sized,” much 1-800-646-1158 debuts with Neil LaBute’s controversial Off-Broadway to the dismay of his cynical co-workers. This disturbing CALL TOLL FREE – 24 HOUR RECORDED MESSAGE hit Fat Pig, with performances on August 11 through but shockingly funny play was a sold-out hit in New August 26, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. York and Washington, D.C. René J. F. Piazza directs with one Sunday matinee on August 13 at 2:30 p.m. A Nick Thompson and Cammie West as Tom and Helen, special invitation-only VIP preview with a wine and and Angela Papalé and Leon Contavesprie as the co- Home Computer Slow? cheese reception takes place on Thursday, August 10. workers Jeannie and Carter. Regular performance tickets are $16 for adults and $14 Due to the nature of this production, no one under for students and seniors. the age of 15 will be allowed. The theatre is located on WE CAN HELP! Fat Pig is the story of Tom, a handsome executive, the second floor of the WTIX-FM building at 4539 N. We specialize In Onsite Computer Service. who faces the ultimate question, “Does size really mat- I-10 Service Road behind Target at Clearview Mall. For ter?” Tom falls for Helen, a charming, intelligent young reservations or more information call 456-4111. # VIRUS PROTECTION & REMOVAL SPYWARE REMOVAL • FIREWALLS HOME & OFFICE INTERNET SHARING NETWORKS • WIRELESS JPAS to hold children’s auditions for Annie SERVER & WORKSTATION • REPAIR & The Jefferson Pe r f o rming A r ts Society has shore of Lake Pontchartrain, are tentatively scheduled UPGRADES announced children’s auditions for Annie on Saturday, through December 30. Rehearsals will be held from DSL and SPRINT WIRELESS INTERNET August 19 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the October 7 until November 24, 2006. Jefferson Performing Arts Center located at 400 Phlox Auditions are for children ages eight through 14. Street in Metairie. Successful candidates will be asked Attendees are asked to bring a current photo, a current to return for call back auditions Sunday, August 20 biography, and a selection of music to perform, prefer- 616-8030 from noon until 4:00 p.m. Annie will be directed and ably from Annie. Girls auditioning specifically for the choreographed by Kenny Beck. role of Annie should be prepared to sing “Maybe” and The popular comic strip heroine takes center-stage “ To m o r r ow.” An accompanist will be prov i d e d . in one of the wo r l d ’s best-loved musicals at the Auditions are by appointment only. Attendees are asked Jefferson Performing Arts Center on November 25, 26 to arrive 20 to 30 minutes before their scheduled audi- and December 2, 3, 9 and 10 with special “Arts tion time. A d venture Series for Students” perform a n c e s For any questions or to make an appointment call December 6 through December 8. Possible hold-over 885-2000 or email Brett at [email protected]. # dates, with a location to be announced on the north

TEACHER RESOURCES The Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation is pleased to offer a variety of resources for teachers and students in the Pontchartrain Basin. Our goal is to educate about important issues affecting the Basin and involve the community in efforts to help Save Our Lake. The foundation provides classroom presentations, field programs, educational resources, and public service opportunities free of charge to teachers, students, and schools. Contact our Education Department at 836-2238 or email us at [email protected] for more information.

CLASS PRESENTATIONS One of our staff will be happy to visit your classroom and give a presentation on a related issue. We can also tailor subjects to suit your needs.

SUBJECTS WE COVER INCLUDE: Katrina and Pontchartrain • Water quality Non-point source pollution • Habitat protection Wetlands • Lake as Watershed

Field Programs & Field Trips available LPBF and the University of New Orleans provide class field trips to visit wetlands around the Basin, and include hands-on science lessons. For more information call Dinah at 280-6718. 28 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Tourism # KCVB is working to bring dollars to Kenner the Annual Louisiana Knights of Columbus buy gas here, shop here, gamble here and and in turn bring lots of dollars to our city. Convention. We first hosted this event in they love it! All this equates to a huge eco- All of these events are win-win situa- 2004, bid on it for 2009 but instead were nomic impact for our area. tions for Kenner and that is what KCVB is awarded the 2010 convention. As a result We are also putting a big effort into the all about. we will be booking 700 rooms in our area J u ly 2007 Basketball on the Bayo u Do you have an event you want us to try during the first weekend in May along with National Championship for Girls to obtain? Call me at 464-9494 and let’s By SHARON SOLOMON reserving the Pontchartrain Center for that Basketball event. We are not yet sure on discuss how I can help. # event. This is wonderful news, as the which we e kend the event will be held The Kenner Convention and Visitors Knights of Columbus group are expected to because of NCAA rules that govern which Sharon Solomon is the marketing direc- Bureau has quite a few irons in the fire, so bring in almost 2,000 people to Kenner for dates amateur athletes can be observed tor for the Kenner Convention and Visitors to speak. One big event on the horizon is their convention. They eat here, sleep here, playing by college scouts. When the NCAA Bureau, located at 2100 Third Street in notifies us of the date, we will be ready. Rivertown. The KCVB is a non-profit cor- We are also scheduled to host the 2007 p o ration funded by private members h i p A AU Girls Basketball 11 and Under dues and funds from the city of Kenner. National Championship in July 2007. AAU Sharon Solomon can be reached at 464- Landscaping as usual… tournaments in the summer are usually 9494, via email at [email protected] or attended by the players and their families at www.kennercvb.com. WE ARE REBUILT! We are open for business and hope President Jane Ann Frosch and the our old friends will come and see us. Archbishop Chapelle High School Family invite you to attend a CALL LYNN DIMM FOR AN ESTIMATE PERSONAL SERVICE - SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Community Prayer Breakfast 888-7517 or 468-5467 Thursday, September 7, 2006 at 7:30 a.m. LYNN DIMM’S NURSERY Chateau Estates Golf and Country Club 27 W. 27th Street • Kenner, LA “Please accept our invitation to pray with the Chapelle family as we give thanks to God for all that He has done for us, as we implore Him to continue to provide for us and that He acknowledges our commitment to excellence both spiritually and academically. Through prayer all things are possible!” Jane Ann Frosch • Kitty Cleveland, a native of New Orleans and a class of ’84 graduate of ACHS, has been delighting audiences for over 20 years. Music for her is a passion, especially music that glorifies God and elevates the audience to prayer. Kitty has extensive television credits and has several recordings currently in release including Kitty Cleveland Surrender, which received the 2001 Keynote Speaker Unity Award for Sacramental Album of the Year, Sacred Arias, The Miracle of Love Rosary, O Holy Night, and The Miracle of Divine Mercy. Last year, Kitty and her husband, Mel Rogers, adopted a little girl from China, named Cecilia. Increasingly invited to share her testimony and her singing all over the United States, Kitty now makes her ministry a full-time commitment. For further information call Lyn Moore, Campus Minister or Constance Buisson, Development Director at 468-9090 or visit www.archbishopchapelle.org KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 29

# Latin American News # Kenner’s Hispanic resources and upcoming events

Aug 8: Asociación Nicaragüense de education, income, and command of the undocumented immigrant family with less Louisiana (ANDELA) invites the commu- English-language. The growth of the sec- than 10 years in the U. S. in 2003 was nity to a Mass celebrating Santo Domingo ond and third generation means young $23,700 dollars per year. On the other hand, de Gusman followed by a get-together with Hispanics are now having more English- the income an undocumented immigrant snacks and refreshments at 7:00 p.m. at St. language skills and less connection to a with more than 10 years in the country Jerome’s Catholic Church located at 2402 country-of-origin culture. The media and earned was in excess of $29,000 dollars per By RAFAEL SADDY 33rd Street. For information call 469-1829 corporations are now expanding budgets to year. According to figures reported in 2003, or 466-1483. reach Hispanic markets and capture their the income average of a documented immi- In an effort to assist the Hispanic com- Aug 31: Unidad Hispano-Americana spending dollars. grant was considerably higher, at $47,800 munity, the following organizations offer meeting 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. For informa- Some misconceptions remain about dollars per year compared to the American bilingual services: Ke n n e r ’s Code tion call 834-2020. Hispanics in our society, however, especial- family of $47,700 dollars per year. Enforcement at 468-4070, Jeff e r s o n Sep 15: Asociación Nicaragüense de ly for those who fit into the category of I leave you with this thought: “The door Economic Development Commission at Louisiana (ANDELA). See next month’s undocumented immigrates. Not all undocu- to the room of success swings on the hinges w w w. j e d c o. o rg, Small Business issue of the Kenner Star for more informa- mented immigrates fit the stereotype of a of opposition!” Administration (SBA) at 1-800-659-2955, tion on September Independence Day fes- labor worker with very little education, and God Bless. # FEMA at 1-800-621-3362, American Red tivities in collaboration with other social in fact about 25 percent of them have some Cross at 1-800-438-4636, Latin American organizations. type of college education and another 25 Rafael E. Saddy is president of the C ivic Association at 464-4619 or 466- September: LACAL, see next month’s percent have some high school education. It Latin American Civic Association of 1483, Hispanic Apostolate at 466-7977, issue of the Kenner Star for programs and is estimated that three percent of the undoc- Louisiana (LACAL). Email Saddy at Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at 885- events commemorating Hispanic Heritage umented immigrates work in agriculture [email protected]. Correspondence 4262, Hispanic Business Resource and month. and about 33 percent work in some type in for LACAL can be sent to 629 Carmenere service industry. The average income of an Drive, Kenner, LA, 70065. Technology Center at 469-7487, and the Civic Message: A ny members of Hispanic Resource Center at 469-2571. ANDELA who are back in the area, please The Kenner Food Bank is open for all call in and confirm your address and phone Kenner residents and is available for assis- number. Anyone interested in becoming a tance. It is located at 1610 Third Street. You member can call 466-1483. SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE can call 468-7220 for information. Encouraging statistics Calendar of upcoming events What does the future hold for KENNER ST#R Aug 4: LACAL civic meeting from 6:00 Hispanics in the U. S.? Study trends are p.m.-8:00 p.m. For information call 464-4619. showing that Hispanics are progressing in 30 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Community # Summer breeze, makes me feel fine at the Cenacle Feel the summer breeze blowing off Friday-Sunday August 11-13, 2006 August 16-19, 2006 Lake Pontchartrain, sit on the levee in front The “Our Father”: Identity, Desire, Friday-Sunday Wednesday-Saturday of the Cenacle, attend a retreat and you will Struggles “Trusting Self/Others/God through the 12 A Closer Walk with Jesus feel God’s presence all around you, which “Our relationship with God is revealed Steps and Communication” “Experiencing the Lord through the Pascal will make you feel more than fine. It will to us in the ‘Our Father.’ It identifies who Presenter: Therese M. Griffin, MA, LISAC Mystery – Dying and rising with Him.” make you feel peace. To learn more about He is and helps us identify with Him. It Presenter: Rev. Msgr. William M. Bilinsky # the retreats at the Cenacle, call 504-887- gives us a vehicle to express our desires of 1420, 800-669-4095 or visit www.cenacle- daily living, and challenges us to turn to sisters.org/metairie.htm. God with all of our struggles against the Safe and Well website from American Red Cross August Retreats temptations of worldly living.” provides a way to communicate after disasters August 4-6, 2006 Presenter: Rev. Scott Dugas A month into the 2006 hurricane season should be aware that they are the chosen that began on June 1, the American Red contact. Cross launched the Safe and Well website All of your loved ones should have the to provide families with a tool to exchange phone number for the contact as well as welfare information with loved ones and each other’s phone numbers and email friends in the immediate aftermath of a dis- addresses. Loved ones should agree to call aster. the out-of-town contact to report their The overwhelming scope of the 2005 whereabouts and welfare. Consider having Edward Nikolaus, Jr. hurricane season challenged the Red Cross a laminated wallet-sized card made to carry Owner to develop innovative ways, such as the use with you at all times. of web-based technology, to help disaster Preparing for a disaster, such as a hurri- victims communicate with loved ones out- cane, ahead of time can help alleviate the side of the disaster area. The Safe and Well stress you may face during the storm, and website, accessible via www.redcross.org, ease the burden on your family and loved allows a disaster victim to select and post ones. For more information regarding how standard messages for friends and family individuals and families can prepare for that indicate the victim is safe and well at a disasters visit www.redcross.org or contact Over 25 Years Experience • Works With Any Insurance Company • Lifetime Warranty shelter, home or hotel and will make con- your local Red Cross chapter. WORLD CLASS COLLISION AND DETAIL CENTER tact when they are able. Those worried The American Red Cross has helped 2835 Virginia Street • Kenner • 467-7775 about the safety of their family member can people mobilize to help their neighbors for access the Safe and Well website, enter 125 years. Last year, victims of a record either the name and telephone number or 72,883 disasters, most of them fires, turned name and complete address of the person in to the nearly 1 million volunteers and question and view their “safe and well” 35,000 employees of the Red Cross for help messages. There will be telephone-based and hope. Through more than 800 locally assistance for those who cannot access this supported chapters, more than 15 million site and service via the Internet. people each year gain the skills they need to As with any other Red Cross service or prepare for and respond to emergencies in product, the Safe and Well website safe- their homes, communities and wo r l d . guards the priva cy of disaster victims. Almost four million people give blood – the Messages will be viewable by friends and gift of life – through the Red Cross, making family, but the website will not reveal a reg- it the largest supplier of blood and blood istered person’s location. Priva c y law s products in the United States. The Red require the Red Cross to protect each per- Cross helps thousands of U.S. service mem- son’s right to determine how best to com- bers separated from their families by mili- municate their contact information and tary duty stay connected. As part of the OpenDaily whereabouts to family members. International Red Cross and Red Crescent The effectiveness of the Safe and Well Movement, a global network of more than LUNCH AND DINNER website will depend largely on widespread 180 national societies, the Red Cross helps awareness of what the tool can do, especial- restore hope and dignity to the world's most ly by populations living in disaster-prone vulnerable people. An average of 91 cents Sunday - Thursday areas and their family and loved ones. of every dollar the Red Cross spends is In the wake of hurricanes Katrina, Rita invested in humanitarian services and pro- 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. and Wilma where millions of people were grams. The Red Cross is not a government ordered to evacuate, the Red Cross urges all a g e n cy; it relies on donations of time, Americans to develop a family communica- money, and blood to do its work. # tion plan and make the Safe and Well web- ssite an integral part of it. An important tips to remember when Friday & Saturday developing a family communication plan is to plan ahead for the possibility of becom- KENNER 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. ing separated from your family and friends. Choose an out-of-town contact that ST#R Owned by Scott Korndorffer of Chateau Coffee Café and each family or household member can call George Messina of Messina’s Restaurant or email should a disaster occur. Yo u r Website 2722 WILLIAMS BLVD. • KENNER, LA 70065 selected contact should live far enough away that they would be unlikely to be www.kennerstar.com 468-3237 directly affected by the same event. They KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 31

# Gardening # Horticulture hints for a sweltering August make sure that you are saturating it enough. few inches a year. Being in the ground or in a pot, and pot size, This is the season to talk about hibiscus, which are also factors that control the plant’s growth. Hibiscus plants comes in a variety of available colors. You commonly do like a lot of direct light, but under a blazing sun from dawn see reds, pinks and yellows, but they also come in ‘til dusk with temperatures in the 90s, many of these hybrids lavenders, bluish tones, whites, browns, golds and will reduce their blooming. With a little shade during the heat of reds that are so dark that some people call them the day they will reward you with more and larger blooms. No By LYNNE DIMM “black.” It is such a pretty plant. other plants have a blooming season as long as hibiscus, so give Did you know that the cutting from a hibiscus will them a try. The heat was very intense during the month of keep for a few days in the refrigerator? If you put the Among the prettiest plants that can survive in this hot weath- July, and rain is something we normally do not see cuttings in moist potting soil they will root in a week er are purselane, ipomea, coleus, croton, portulaca and vinca. during that same time. August will prove to be even at this time of year. After the roots have taken and the This summer try to choose colorful plants for your garden to hotter. The plants in your gardens are struggling from plant is growing straight up, pinch out the top if you brighten up and drive away the gloomy days. the heat and very few are blooming nicely because of want the plant to bush outward. Conversely, don’t Lots of trees around town look raggedy from last year’s hur- it. Now is the time for extra watering in your garden, pinch the top if you would like for your hibiscus to ricane and will need more food then usual in order for them to and I don’t mean just a sprinkle. Water it until you can grow into a tree, and as it grows remove leaves from produce more foliage. You should place tree food around the insert your finger at least two inches into the soil and the bottom a few at a time until you form a tree trunk. drip line of the tree and water in the tree food very well. feel moisture at that depth. Lawns are burning up, too, Then pinch out the top to make a head on the tree. Now is the time to cut your rose bushes back to twelve inch- due to lack of rain, so water your lawn when we have Some of the garden varieties may grow to heights of es from the ground and remove any bad leaves from the plant. had five days of no rain. As with your garden, you 10-15 feet or even more. Most of the hybrids won’t get Feed your plants with rose food if you want fall blooms. should deeply water your lawn and test the soil to nearly that large, and in fact some may only grow a Throw salt over your shoulder to scare away storms. That old wives tale is as good as many of the plans for protection I’ve heard. # Entertainment # Stay cool and enjoy Kenner. # Lynne Dimm, owner of Lynne Dimm’s Nursery, LLC, locat- ed at 27 West 27th Street, is a registered and licensed Louisiana Audience participation mystery horticulturist and landscape contractor, is a wholesale grower of bedding plants and has over 30 years experience in the indus- Law & Murder to be presented at SPN t r y. Lynne Dimm can be re a ched via email at [email protected] or by calling 468-5467. The St. Philip Players from St. Philip Neri Parish B u c k l ey, Krista A r mstrong, Jimmy DeMontluzin, will present an interactive murder mystery musical Law Aimée Menard, Vicki Lovelace, Jeff Riddick, Arvilla & Murder at the Parishioners Center located at 6500 Riddick, John Breerwood, Gabe Falgoust, Kelly Lind, Kawanee Avenue in Metairie on August 10 through Sharon Clement and Jeff Peters. August 13. This laugh-out-loud comedy event makes Doors will open at 7:15 p.m. with dinner at 7:30 the audience a part of the show as they join the cast for p.m. on August 10, 11 and 12. Doors will open at 1:30 an evening of murder, music, mystery and mayhem and p.m. with lunch at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 13. help solve the case. Reservations are required. Call 467-4423 for more The cast of performers directed by Stacy Taliancich information. Tickets are $30 and include show, dinner, include Lucas Harms, Pauline Boudreaux, Melinda beverage, coffee and dessert. Group rates are avail- COMPLETE Falgoust, Hunter McGregor, Stacy Taliancich, Dave able. # PEST & TERMITE CONTROL

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# People # Rivertown’s Rep beginning in 1988 it has been under the subscribers increased to more than 3,000. ly fluttered when I clicked and there it was; guidance of exe c u t ive director/producer Crisis number two came on August 29, Big River, 2005. The flutter disappeared Charles Ward. As the quality of the plays 2005 and her name was Katrina. when I read, “Director - Atushi Funahashi.” and musicals increased, so did the number “We had major roof damage, but while Turns out it’s a Japanese saga about some of season ticket holders, which only num- there was some mold from roof leaks the people lost in the Arizona desert. bered about 250 in 1988. Charlie's first cri- rest of the damage was minor,” say s The Rivertown season gets underway By ED CLANCY sis came in 1993: Charlie. "We lost our technical director, and September 15 with a Tony Award winning “Kenner was strapped for cash, and other personnel, but financially we came musical called You’re In Town. (Actually A million years ago, when I lived “Up Mayor Broussard told all the museums and back great. We lost about 900 subscribers, it’s UrinETown, but I like my title better.) North,” I occasionally made it to the Big The Rep that they would not be funded by but we gained about 1,100 and we’ll take That’s followed by Barefoot in the Park, The Apple, but only twice did I have the chance the city anymore. All the employees were all we can get.” Big Bang, And Then There Were None and to see a Broadway show. I don’t even cut from the budget and we were told we Katrina wiped out the first two produc- The Pajama Game. All shows are directed remember the plays I saw, and I never saw had to ‘sink or swim’ on our own. To my tions for 2005, Barefoot in the Park, and by the incredible Gary Rucker. For ticket a musical. Since I was living in Kenner in surprise it worked out very well for us.” Pajama Game. The first show on the boards information call 468 7221. You won’t be 1985, I never got to see Big River on The Rep incorporated and started rais- when the theater reopened in December, disappointed. I guarantee Rivertown Rep Broadway, which disappointed me to no ing its own money with ticket sales and a believe it or not, was Disney’s Cinderella. will live up to its “rep.” # end because I am the biggest Roger Miller lot of blood sweat and tears. Season ticket “It was to be our first children's pro- fan in existence. Roger was famous for the holders increased to more than 2,700. Only duction for the year, but we made it avail- Ed Clancy can be reached via email at songs he wrote and performed, like “Chug the Saints Museum was able to run its own able to season ticker holders and it became [email protected]. A Lug,” “King of the Road,” and “England show, and, when the Treasure Chest Casino our first production of the season.” Swings.” He had never done anything like docked in Kenner, the other museums of With some dedicated volunteer actors writing the score for Big River – before or Rivertown were able to be financed by the and talented directors and choreographers, since. city once again. Rivertown Rep has sometimes rivaled the I waited for Big River to come to the At the time of the city’s budget crunch, Saenger production-wise. (The Saenger has KENNER Big Screen, but was annually disappointed. The Rep was outgrowing its 200 seat the- still not re-opened from the storm). Over It never happened. I finally got my chance ater, located at the end of Lloyd Price the years, The Rep has grabbed a truckload # to see the musical last year when it was pro- Avenue (4th Street). Plans were in the of Big Easy and Storer Boone awards, and ST R duced in Kenner at the Rive rt ow n works for a new theater across the court- has yet to repeat a production. Repertory Theatre. It wasn’t Broadway but yard and, with the help of a hotel/motel tax, As for me, the Holy Grail was Big Website it was just as wonderful to me. a new 300 seat building opened in 1995. River. Just to make sure nobody had made www.kennerstar.com Rivertown Rep is the product of a host Bigger, but still cozy, with a London West a movie of it without telling me, I went to of talented people in this area, but from the End decor, the new theater was a hit and the Internet movie data base. My heart fair- KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 33

CHIEF OF STAFF PUBLLIC INFORMATION OFFICER (continued from page 1) (continued from page 1) The Way Business finance, and the internal audit departments, to a long-time aide and friend who he trusts as well day to day operations of the city, implicitly. Communicates Yenni says that he has been putting in long Lafourcade went to work for Muniz fol- hours since July 1. lowing 18 years as a reporter and columnist “ I ’ve been meeting with depart m e n t for The Times-Picayune. He is a Loyola Formerly Gage Telephone System of New Orleans heads on a we e k ly basis to establ i s h University graduate. Before being hired by The Times-Picayune, Lafourcade worked Sales - Service - Maintenance improved operating procedures,” Yenni said, www.southeasttel.com adding that his typical day also includes b r i e f ly as news editor for the H o u m a tasks such as trying to wrap up details of Courier newspaper. While at The Times- Voice Data Cabling • Voice Mail FEMA reimbursement to the city – an issue P i c a y u n e, Lafourcade covered Jeff e r s o n Local & Long Distance Service that arises two to three times a day. Parish government and politics, winning Auto Attendant • Unified Messaging In acting on Mayor Muniz’s priority of many journalism awards. DSL & Internet Service ensuring the city’s safety, especially during Lafourcade says that his association hurricane season, Yenni says that he has also with Muniz was a watershed in his life. “Ed 466-4243 been working to compile a revised emer- is certainly one of the most remarkable per- gency plan for the city, which was recently sons to have passed through my life,” says presented to the Kenner City Council. Lafourcade. “Like a good ballplayer, he has “When we started on that project, we the gift of making everyone around him actually found that Kenner’s original emer- better at what they do. He’s a very creative g e n cy plan was something that form e r person who believes in pulling together a Deputy CAO Carol Luna and I wrote talented team and then allowing each of together during Mayor Capitano’s adminis- them to do their thing.” tration. After Katrina, however, we have Lafourcade says he saw this first-hand ideas on how to do things differently and with Muniz’s radio station which started on better. When the new plan is finished, it will a small scale and became worth millions of cover all scenarios from plane crashes, to dollars after years of nurturing. “The OUR HOURS ARE BACK! chemical spills, to terrorism.” Muniz team at the radio station was like a MONDAY NIGHT SPECIAL In approaching his duties and consider- family,” recalls Lafourcade. “They really able workload as chief of staff, Yenni says enjoyed their jobs and looked after one Bucket of Budweiser Beer that he will employ the example and work a n o t h e r. A n d, their results were simply 6 for $8.00 ethic set by his late grandfather, former spectacular. In much the same way, in his Sunday - Thursday Friday & Saturday Kenner mayor and Jefferson Pa r i s h councilmanic office, Ed allowed the staff 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 a.m. President Joe Yenni, and his late uncle Mike and me to run the operation on a day-to-day Yenni, also a former parish president. basis, and we were in constant contact. He 5216 Veterans Blvd., Metairie “I live the ‘Ye n n i ’ p h i l o s o p hy of defended us, fought for us and gave us ‘ youth’, ‘energy’, ‘no nonsense’ a n d plenty of room to work, although he always ‘integrity.’ This administration is going to made the final decision. But he always val- work more than eight hours a day, and we ued our input and treated our opinions with are going to follow Mayor Muniz’s directive respect. He was a great boss then and I’m of doing things the right way, while fully sure he will be again. Edmond Muniz might allowing Kenner’s residents to observe our very well go down in the history books as every step forward.” one of Kenner’s best mayors ever.” In going about his daily routine at city Lafourcade says the creation of a new hall, Yenni nostalgically notes that he actu- disaster plan was an example of how Muniz ally performs some of the same tasks that likes to work. He named a committee of his grandfather did as mayor over three experienced department heads from city decades ago before appointing the first hall, Police Chief Steve Caraway and Fire 3501 Chateau Blvd. CAO in 1974 after the city switched from Chief Mike Zito to create the framework an alderman to council form of govern- for the document. Lafourcade served as 465-9444 ment. committee chairman. Muniz also involved “The position of CAO did not exist four former Kenner chief administrative when he first took office as mayor, so my officers. Other staffers from city hall, the TTry one of our healthy salads grandfather was very involved in the day to police department and the fire department SALADS d ay operations of the city. Of course, got a chance to contribute their thoughts Southwestern Chicken Salad Grilled chicken, corn, salsa, black beans, cheddar jack cheese, cucumbers, Kenner was a much smaller city back then.” and recommendations. tomatoes & tortilla strips. Served with Southwest ranch dressing. In speaking of his new boss, Yenni said Lafourcade says the final product is 7.25 that he believes that Mayor Muniz possess- certainly the most unified and far-reaching Smoked Turkey Salad es many of the same qualities that his grand- disaster plan that Kenner has ever had. Smoked turkey, baby swiss, chopped walnuts and sliced apple. 6.50 father brought to the office. “The mayor put the right people on the Cobb Salad “I have a plaque on my desk inscribed committee, gave us a charge and a two- Rows of grilled chicken, crumbled blue cheese, carrots, boiled egg, with words that my grandfather lived by, week deadline and, knowing what he want- cheddar jack cheese, bacon and smoked turkey. ‘Do not spend what you do not have.’ It ed, we ran with it,” says Lafourcade. “It was 7.75 occurs to me that Ed Muniz and my grand- a ‘Muniz production’ at its best and every- Grilled Chicken Spinach Salad Fresh spinach, grilled chicken, feta cheese, black olives, tomatoes and cucumbers. father come from the same mold in that one involved left the process feeling good 6.75 about the final product, the process, their respect. And I really think that Mayo r Chef Salad Muniz will take the foundation he’s been colleagues and ourselves.” Grilled chicken, smoked ham, cheddar jack cheese, boiled egg, given and will make it even broader and bet- After Muniz left the Jefferson Parish fresh tomatoes, bacon and alfalfa sprouts. ter. Council, Lafourcade worked for Jefferson’s 7.25 By instilling a good government vision criminal justice agency. After Muniz was All salads served on romaine lettuce with wheat crackers and your choice of dressing. from the top down, he wants to leave a lega- elected Kenner mayor, Lafourcade was one Raspberry Walnut, Caesar, Lite Ranch, Honey Mustard, Fat Free Italian, Hot Bacon, Blue Cheese, Balsamic Basil Vinaigrette. Extra dressing .50 cy that will help Kenner flourish. My job, of his first appointments. I’m happy to say, is to help make that vision This is the first time that Kenner has happen.” # had a public information officer. # 34 AUGUST 2006 KENNER ST#R

# Community # National company awards $10,000 makeover to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton By TROY BROUSSARD

Nearly one year after Hurricane Katrina lashed the campus of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton school in Kenner and inflicted irreparable damage upon its modular kindergarten classrooms, Ace Hardware recently acknowledged SEAS as one of its 10 national “New Faces for Helpful Places” locations and donated $5,000 in Ace supplies and $5,000 for other necessary products and services to help restore the area where some of its youngest students are taught. Lou Manfredini, Ace’s “Helpful Hardware Man,” who was joined by the “Lou Crew” of local volunteers, said that he hoped the project would make a difference in the school community, especially for those in its future kindergarten Elizabeth students and teachers,” Manfredini said. “We had children. The school didn’t just lose its kindergarten class- classes. such a great turnout from the local Ace stores in the New rooms, many of the staff and families had to deal with dam- “I think there are so many deserving organizations in Orleans area as well as the staff, parents and parishioners aged, if not, destroyed homes. The renovated classrooms are the area and, though we cannot help everyone, our contri- from St. Elizabeth. We accomplished a lot in one day in an going to be a great learning place for the kindergarten stu- bution and work will definitely help the lives of the St. effort to provide the best learning environment possible for dents. Hopefully, more people will follow Ace Hardware’s the kindergarten students.” lead and go to the communities where help is needed.” Chosen from among 2,700 organizations nationwide, Throughout the day, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School Ace Hardware representatives acknowledged that what members and kindergarten children took the opportunity to really made St. Elizabeth stand out was its actions follow- enjoy the school’s new look and a proclamation was pre- ing the storm. Not only was the school among the first in sented on behalf of the city recognizing St. Elizabeth Ann the metro area to open but, in spite of the challenges it Seton and thanking Ace Hardware for the renovation. The faced, SEAS opened its doors to 30 displaced students. The faculty served a southern style luncheon to all volunteers. nomination was submitted by kindergarten teacher Elenore “We were in the process of obtaining bids for all of the Eppling, who learned about the third annual program at restoration work but there would have been both a financial Harry’s Ace in Metairie. and time concern since the work force is so stretched at this Bill Rancic, season one winner of television’s “The time. We were really concerned about having the rooms Apprentice,” was also on hand to assist with the makeover. ready for the opening of school and now we have been Rancic said that he thought that the project might inspire blessed with this donation and with the expert labor. I can’t others to help rebuild New Orleans. wait to see how the kindergarten teachers add their special “I think the renovations to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton touches to the rooms,” beamed Joan Danos, principal of St. School gave hope to the teachers, parents and especially the Elizabeth Ann Seton School. # KENNER ST#R AUGUST 2006 35

DISASTER PLAN (continued from page 1) The Keith Chiro, Kenner’s Code Enforcement Director, along with Doug Dodt, Dwayne Babin and Jeff Zapata. Reviewing the plan were former Kenner Chief Administrative Officers Nicky Nicolosi, D.J. Mumphrey, KENNER ST#R Charlotte Burnell and Jimmie Martinez. Lafourcade said at the center of the is a community newspaper plan is a recognition that while Kenner has responsibility for itself and its citi- zens, the city is also part of Jefferson published monthly since 1991. Parish and the metro region wh i c h requires a cooperative approach to accepting the help of others if it is needed and helping others if that is what is required. The disaster plan assigns specifi c Over 2000+ extra copies responsibilities to Kenner’s public works department, the police department and are also circulated the fire department, as well as private The KENNER ST#R is at more than p r oviders who have responsibility for 100 high traffic locations. water treatment and contamination. direct-mailed free of charge In its foreword, the disaster plan says, to all 20,600 “A unified approach to emergency plan- registered voter households ning among all city departments is essen- tial for the plan to succeed and for its in the city of Kenner. implementation and operation during what can be a lengthy post-event recovery period. As an independent municipal cor- poration, Kenner has the legal power to The KENNER ST#R stand on its own and make decisions is usually mailed a ffecting it. But, as a subdivision of on the first Wednesday J e fferson Parish and the state of Louisiana, Kenner must also be ready to of each month. cooperate with those larger governments and its neighboring communities that are part of this region’s family of citizens.” Lafourcade said, “None of us like to think about the unthinkable. But, Advertising space The KENNER ST#R Hurricane Katrina taught us many valu- able lessons, not least of which is that we should be reserved Graphics Department can need to be ready for whatever comes. by the 20th of produce an ad from your With this disaster plan, Kenner has creat- the preceding month. specifications at no charge. ed a guidepost that unifies all of our city departments and agencies. We have antic- ipated the communication problems that always occur in emergencies and we will train realistically so that everyone knows their roles even in the worst of situations. We also know that beyond our best plan- ning, anytime we have to implement this disaster plan, prayers will also definitely Please call (504) 468-9125 for advertising rates and information. be in order.” # www.kennerstar.com

CITY ATTORNEY (continued from page 1) said, “notwithstanding the usual moving- in chaos. Right now, while I wait for the arrival of my desk, I’m trying to organize my work at a conference table. Once we’re fully operational, I think you’ll see a smoothly-functioning, we l l - o rga n i z e d Know What Hurricane city attorney’s office that gets our work WATCH and WARNING Mean out efficiently and at a savings to the tax- payers.” Prior to the Muniz administra- WATCH: Hurricane conditions are tion, it was routine for Kenner adminis- possible in the specified area of the trations to farm out much of the city’s WATCH, usually within 36 hours. legal work to local law firms. # WARNING: Hurricane conditions are expected in the specified area of the WARNING, usually within 24 hours. PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Kenner’s Monthly Community Newspaper KENNER, LA P.O. Box 641654 • Kenner, Louisiana 70064 PERMIT NO. 49

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