Dear friends,
Have a good Memorial Day and weekend. Remember the men and women who died in military service in the United States. In addition, enjoy the weekend, including health-related events, a military appreciation event, first responders support, festivals, and more.
We are sending huge congratulations to our high school and college graduates. The acceptance to colleges and receipt of scholarship dollars continues to amaze me.
The Ninth Ward Stadium will be a reality! Congratulations, and thank you to the New Orleans City Council for approval of a total of $2.5 million to supplement federal and state funding support. This investment in the Desire community, combined with the opening of the Desire - Florida Multi-Purpose Center and private sector investment, will aid in rebuilding this historic community.
Thank you to the members of the New Orleans Police Department for timely responses to calls for assistance in cases of violent crime and for investigations that have resulted in arrests in some recent violent incidents. The cooperative work with agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the U.S. Marshalls Service, the Louisiana State Police, and other law enforcement agencies reduces carjackings and other forms of violence.
No one wants to see people getting hurt and others spending time in prison. More people will likely choose to take advantage of the thousands of jobs available in New Orleans and the many programs that the Cantrell Administration and the City Council have funded that provide recreation and skills development opportunities to youth and adults alike. See the options below.
Take a look at the photos below. The Department of Sanitation dispatched crews daily and on weekends, employing tax dollars to clean up illegal dumps. These dumps are often found under the elevated expressways that run through District D and in areas that are dark and in low-income communities. The criminals who create these dump sites have already been paid for the proper disposal of the waste but have such levels of greed and disdain for other people that they do not take the quick trip to the Gentilly Landfill, located at 10200 Almonaster Avenue. The public’s assistance is requested. If you see anything, take a photo or video. Please call 3-1-1 or send a report to nola311.org. June and July will be pivotal as we try to reduce illegal dumping.
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We welcome so many new families and individuals who have new homes under construction and are performing renovations and enhancements in District D. Our office will continue to work hard to address infrastructure issues, facilitate demolitions of blighted properties, and will apply more pressure to owners of overgrown lots to make them either better maintained or transferred to another owner. We’ll work to plant more trees and secure resources for beautification projects. Your investments will be rewarded in the long run.
Working with you to enhance the quality of life in District D and New Orleans is a pleasure. Let’s have a great summer!
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Sincerely,
Councilman Eugene J. Green, Jr.
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CITY AND NOPD EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
There are over 550 vacant positions at City Hall. All positions offer health and retirement benefits, and all pay well above minimum wage. To learn more about open positions and apply, please click here.
In addition, over 300 of the unfilled city positions are within the New Orleans Police Department. One can join the NOPD as young as 20 years old, and there are few restrictions on older applicants. Apply, and take the civil service examination. Visit joinnopd.org.
Over $20,000 in Recruitment Incentives await those who join the NOPD from other departments across the state! There are also guaranteed pay raises and other excellent benefits.
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NEWS FROM THE MAY 25 COUNCIL MEETING
Councilmember Green sponsored or co-sponsored the following legislation that
was passed at yesterday's Regular City Council meeting:
Cal No.34,185 and Cal No.34,186, which increased the total dollar value of the funds being transferred from Fund 6699 to Fund 4150 by $2,500,000. This is for the purpose of providing funding to the 9th Ward Field of Dreams Project.
Ord. Cal No. 34,176, which extends the term of the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the City of New Orleans and the University of New Orleans relative to the restoration of the City’s infrastructure damaged as a result of Hurricane Katrina.
Please click here to read more.
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WHAT'S GOING ON AROUND DISTRICT D |
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MEMORIAL DAY IS MONDAY, MAY 29, 2023
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NEW CONSTRUCTION IN DISTRICT D
New households in District D’s communities deserve to have street infrastructure that is in good condition. We’re working hard every day.
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ROADWORK IN DISTRICT D
Significant work is underway in some district communities, which will result in reduced flooding and less frequent need for repairs.
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BLIGHT REMOVAL IN DISTRICT D: 4002 VELIE STREET
Thank you to the Department of Code Enforcement for removing the blight at 4002 Velie Street in the Indian Village subdivision. Good work, Durr Construction, whose workers were attacked by swarms of bees who asserted that the long-vacant property belonged to them. Neighbors thanked the work crews and Councilman Green for finally getting the property demolished. Demolitions of private property are difficult due to the laws and attitudes of some owners. Someone should approach the owner about purchasing this vacant parcel and building a nice new house on this lot visible to thousands of I-10 west travelers. Our office is focused on rebuilding, including support for demolition and redevelopment.
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ILLEGAL DUMPING ELIMINATION IN DISTRICT D
Thank you to the Department of Sanitation work crews for cleaning up illegal dumping sites under the elevated expressways and in low to moderate-income communities. Tax dollars are hard at work. These dumpers must be fined and punished, with the seizure of vehicles and increased monetary fines made possible by the City Council. Visit nola311.gov if you see anything or know anything. The number of cameras will increase, and Sanitation Rangers are on the beat, but your help is needed. This is a 24-hour-a-day problem.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE ON ST. BERNARD AVE. EXTENDED THROUGH JUNE 5
The City of New Orleans announced that the Department of Public Works (DPW) contractor Beverly Construction Inc. will further extend the closure of the northbound travel lanes in 5300 block of St. Bernard Avenue through Monday, June 5 at 5:30 p.m. During this time, northbound traffic will remain shifted to a single-traffic lane. The closure is a safety precaution until the final asphalt layer is placed.
Please click here for more information.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURE AT ST. BERNARD AVE. AND NORTH BROAD ST.
The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) contractor Wallace C. Drennan, will implement a temporary street closure in the 2600-3000 block of St. Bernard Ave. between Broad St. and Gentilly Blvd. for approximately two weeks. The closure is necessary to accommodate waterline installation work as part of the St. Bernard Transmission Main construction project.
During this time, St. Bernard Avenue between Broad St. and Gentilly Blvd. will not be accessible to vehicular traffic. The roadway is expected to reopen on Friday, June 9, 2023, at approximately 6 PM. As construction continues in the area, SWBNO outreach will update the public as the project progresses.
Please click here for more information.
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SEWERAGE AND WATERBOARD UPDATES: PAVING WORK ORDER WEEKLY STATS |
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ANNUAL PAINT RECLAMATION PROJECT FROM TUESDAY, MAY 23 TO SATURDAY, MAY 27
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TREME 7TH WARD ARTS & CULTURE FESTIVAL ON MAY 27 & 28 |
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33RD ANNUAL LOUIS B. SAULNY CRAWFISH BOIL FUNDRAISER ON SATURDAY, MAY 27 |
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OCHSNER HEALTH PRESENTS: THE BLACK MEN'S HEALTH EVENT ON SATURDAY, MAY 27 |
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HONOR TO OUR FIRST RESPONDERS SUNDAY, MAY 28 |
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NORD PRESENTS: FREE MIDNIGHT BASKETBALL KICK-OFF EVENT ON THURSDAY, JUNE 1 |
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FREE GUN SAFETY CLASSES START THURSDAY, JUNE 1 |
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UPCOMING SYMPHONY BOOK FAIR FROM FRIDAY, JUNE 3 TO SUNDAY, JUNE 5
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NEW ORLEANS DANCE COLLECTIVE PRESENTS: LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION ON SATURDAY, JUNE 4 |
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I-10 SERVICE ROADS CORRIDOR SAFETY ANALYSIS PUBLIC MEETING ON TUESDAY, JUNE 6
The New Orleans Regional Planning Commission and the City of New Orleans are working to assess infrastructure investment concepts, costs, and feasibility for making walking and biking safer along the I-10 Service Roads. This is part of an overall effort to invest in “Getting Around the East” safely.
Please join them at an open house public meeting: Tuesday, June 6, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the East New Orleans Regional Library, 5641 Read Blvd.
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NO DREAM DEFERRED PRESENTS: WE WILL DREAM SHOWCASE UNTIL MONDAY, JUNE 19
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JOHNNY JACKSON, JR FOUNDATION TEENS BASKETBALL SUMMER CAMP |
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NEIGHBORHOOD LEADER'S ROUNDTABLE ON SATURDAY, JUNE 24
Neighborhood Engagement's 2nd Quarter Neighborhood Leaders' Roundtable is approaching! Come discuss Infrastructure with leadership from the City's Department of Public Works and the Sewerage & Water Board.
The roundtable will start with breakfast at 8:30 am, Saturday, June 24, 2023, at The Arbor Room in City Park, 12 Diagonal Drive, New Orleans, LA 70124.
Please click here to register.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT DILLARD UNIVERSITY
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ONGOING EVENTS IN DISTRICT D |
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CLICK IT OR TICKET CAMPAIGN REMINDS DRIVERS: BUCKLE UP MAY 22 - JUNE 4 AND EVERYDAY
The NOPD is urging drivers to buckle up during the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) national Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement effort. The national seat belt campaign, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, runs from May 22 to June 4, 2023.
Please click here to read more. For more information on the Click It or Ticket mobilization, please visit NHTSA.gov.
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NEW ORLEANS MOSQUITO, TERMITE, AND RODENT CONTROL UPDATES |
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SUMMER 2023 YOUTHFORCE INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
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NORD SALUTES OUR MILITARY ON SATURDAY, MAY 27
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UPDATES FROM THE NAACP ACT-SO NEW ORLEANS
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TENDER LOVE AND CARE ALLIED HEALTH TRAINING SERVICES PRESENTS: RIBBON CUTTING ON SUNDAY, JUNE 4 |
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SWBNO JOB FAIR ON FRIDAY, JUNE 9
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2023 NORD TEEN CAREER SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM
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UPTOWN MUSIC THEATRE ANNOUNCES SUMMER 2023 PROGRAM DATES
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Uptown Music Theatre (UMT) is preparing for its 2023 summer programs, including auditions, casting, and rehearsals for kids ages 8-16. They are offering a tuition discount for families that register and pay their tuition in full on or before June 5, 2023, as well as offering a 10% sibling discount for families registering two children.
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IGGIE'S HOUSE INC 2023 SCHOLARSHIP |
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Iggie’s House, A Nia Renee’ Robertson Foundation’s goals are to promote diversity through communications, create cross-cultural experiences, and provide a scholarship to a deserving individual. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist financially in developing leadership skills, building confidence, and engaging students in serving the community.
In keeping with the foundation’s vision, Iggie’s House will award an annual scholarship of up to $1,200.00 to one or more deserving students who embody the goals of the organization. Scholarships are not automatically renewed and must be applied for each year.
Please click here for more information.
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MAYOR'S SUMMER EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
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REGISTER YOUR CHILDREN FOR THE COMMUNITY SAILING NEW ORLEANS 2023 SUMMER CAMP
CSNO's summer camp program offers young sailors ages 9 - 13 an opportunity to go outside of their comfort zone in a safe and supportive learning environment that nurtures leadership, teamwork, strategic thinking, perseverance, focus, communication skills, and confidence.
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Session 1 - 6/5/23 to 6/9/23
Session 2 - 6/19/23 to 6/23/23
Session 3 - 6/26/23 to 6/30/23
Session 4 - 7/10/23 to 7/14/23
Session 5 - 7/17/23 to 7/21/23
Session 6 - 7/24/23 to 7/28/23
Please click here for more information.
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REGISTER FOR JAZZ CAMP AT LOYOLA UNIVERSITY NEW ORLEANS THIS SUMMER
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ONGOING NORD PROGRAMMING
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Congratulations to the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club as the great organization celebrates its 114th anniversary. This was a great worship service and parade for another great day in New Orleans. Thank you, Zulu members, for the contributions that you continue to make to enhancing the quality of life in our city. |
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Councilman Green with Councilman Joe Giarrusso and Councilman Freddie King, who welcomed twins Kayla and Kyla Frey, graduates of Frederick Douglas High School. Kayla and Kyla maintained grade point averages of over 4.5 and received over $4.0 million in scholarship assistance. Mr. and Mrs. Frey are the parents of these most successful young women. |
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Thank you to the supporters of the Ninth Ward Stadium, including long-time residents of the Desire community, for your attendance and for voicing your support for the stadium’s development at the City Council Budget Committee meeting. |
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Councilman Green with Adonis Expose, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Small Business Enterprise Liaison Officer, Regional Transit Authority (RTA), at the McDonogh 35 Dr. Mack J. Spears High School auditorium, the site of the SBE Enterprise Conference. |
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There is an electric vehicle charging station located at Hardin Playground. This is another reason to own an EV and reside in District D. The address is 2500 New Orleans Street, at Law Street, Seventh Ward. |
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Councilman Green speaking at the Mothers Wanting Our Children Back Prayer Vigil and Rally at Hunters Field. The gathering included mothers who have unfortunately lost a child to violence here in New Orleans. |
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Councilmember Green addresses members of the Civic Leadership Academy class. The next class will convene in the fall. Please click here for more information.
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A most successful Girls On The Run Rally and Race occurred at Lafreniere Park. At the event, Councilmember Green joined fellow Councilmembers Leslie Harris, District B, and Councilmember Freddie King, District C. Girls On The Run is a non-profit organization that is “dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to bodily pursue her dreams.”
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Tom Cruise was in Gentilly at last week's Movies In The Park at Pratt Playspot. Betty Washington and Mary Fontenot Smith of the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission are photographed here. |
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Councilman Green with Opelousas, Louisiana Mayor Julilus Alsandor at the Humanist Awards. |
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On Thursday, the New Orleans City Council recognized and congratulated Hon. Robin Giarrusso, Judge, Orleans Civil District Court, on her retirement following decades of public service. Judge Giarrusso’s Civil District Court colleagues and many others joined her in celebration in the City Council Chambers. |
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Councilman Green awarded proclamations to outgoing UNO Chancellor John Nicklow, former UNO baseball coach Ron Maestri and former Major League Baseball player Ron Swoboda for their outstanding contributions to UNO, college baseball, and sports before the May 25 City Council meeting.
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DISTRICT D BOUNDARIES
POPULATION: 82,514
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CONSTITUENT SERVICES LIAISONS |
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We have divided District D into four service areas, each with their own respective constituent services liaison. Please see below for your liaison contact!
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DISTRICT D COMMUNITY OFFICE HOURS AND RESOURCES |
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FOR CITY GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES, VISIT NOLA.GOV.
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New Orleans City Council
Eugene J. Green, Jr. — District D
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