Dear friends,
Happy Labor Day weekend! Labor Day honors and recognizes the American labor movement and laborers' work and contributions to this nation's development. However, Labor Day weekend reminds me that there are still at least 900 vacant job positions at the City of New Orleans and thousands of vacant jobs throughout the metropolitan area. Positions at the City pay health and retirement benefits. What a contribution toward enhancing public services could be made by filling these jobs with motivated people. Visit Nola.gov/jobs to join the City’s labor force. Take the civil service examination, and share the info.
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Earlier this week, I spoke to a gathering of citizens in memory of Orin Grant, Jr, a twenty-year-old man who played the drums at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in McDonoghville (Gretna). His father, Orin Grant, Sr., is the pastor at St. Paul and a motivated, community-building-minded person. Unfortunately, Orin Jr. was murdered, leaving to his parents and the community the memory of a young man with extraordinary talent willing to share them with others. There is so much that can be said, but it is essential to remember that there are no excuses for the actions of those who use violence to intimidate and hurt others. The violence must stop, and society must use whatever legal tools are available to make our citizens safer from threats.
In addition, thank you to those who invest in their new home construction in the District. These beautiful new homes deserve to be in neighborhoods free from criminal activity and enjoy the provision of robust public services. We are working in District D daily to enhance the quality of life for all in the communities you have invested in. Again, thank you, investors and homeowners.
Lastly, a significant amount of activity is taking place in District D. Check out the images below to learn more, including next week’s peace march, Ochsner's health fair, Night Out Against Crime and much more. October also marks the return of the Treme Festival, the Gentilly Festival and the Fried Chicken Festival.
Have a great weekend and a happy Labor Day.
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Yours, very truly,
Councilman Eugene J. Green, Jr.
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CITY AND NOPD EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
There are over 900 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.
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NEWS FROM THE SEPTEMBER 1 COUNCIL MEETING
During its regular meeting on Thursday, September 1, the New Orleans City Council authorized a series of budget ordinances and allocations, established a uniform set of billing regulations for Sewerage and Water Board (SWBNO), passed measures to offset rising fuel costs for taxicabs, approved several updates to the Classified Pay Plan for government employees, and adopted a resolution relative to the City’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
As part of the special orders of business, the Council welcomed the award-winning news team from WWL-TV to celebrate the station's 65th anniversary of providing quality broadcasting and programming to the people of New Orleans and surrounding communities. Please click here to read the full meeting recap.
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WHAT'S GOING ON AROUND DISTRICT D |
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COUNCILMAN GREEN TO HOST "KNOW YOUR NOPD" COMMUNITY & RECRUITMENT EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 7 |
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COUNCILMAN GREEN AT THE NEW ORLEANS POLICE DEPARTMENT FIFTH DISTRICT STATION |
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CELEBRATING COMPLETION OF $7 MILLION LAKE TERRACE & OAKS GROUP D ROADWORK PROJECT |
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Just last month, Councilman Green joined Mayor LaToya Cantrell, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Infrastructure Joseph Threat, Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans Executive Director Ghassan Korban and other city officials and community members to celebrate the completion of the $7 million Lake Terrace and Oaks Group D project.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on the corner of Oriole and Music streets in the Lake Terrace and Oaks community. Please click here to read the full story from the Mayor's office.
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NEW CONSTRUCTION IN DISTRICT D
Thank you to the owners of these homes. We will continue to work to enhance community safety and infrastructure in return for your investment. In addition, earlier this week I met some of you at the Neighborhood Engagement Office Dillard Group A & B street pre-construction community meeting. Thank you to the residents who offered questions and received answers.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: DISTRICT D PUBLIC AFFAIRS SHOW
We recently hosted our District D Public Affairs Show. Councilman Green and his Chief of Staff Sandra Thomas sat down with Captain Gwen Nolan, NOPD Fifth District, and Alan Delery, Director of Celebration Church Life Transformation Community Center.
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FILMING IN DISTRICT D
Stalwart Productions LLC is filming portions of the AMC Television Series, THE DRIVER, on location within the District D area. No parking signs are posted from Wednesday, August 31 at 6 AM through Friday, September 2 at 6 PM. Please click here for more information.
- Bancroft Dr. (Both Sides) between 4564 and 4450 Bancroft Dr. toward Park Island Dr.
- Bancroft Dr. (Both Sides) between 4564 and 4700 Bancroft Dr. toward Mirabeau Ave.
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UPCOMING ENTERGY OUTAGES IN DISTRICT D
Below are the dates and streets that will be affected by planned outages next week. Please note that not all residents located on these streets will be affected. Those that will be affected will receive an email or a phone call. Please ensure your contact information with Entergy is up to date to receive pertinent information and updates.
Friday, September 2: Rapides Dr., Franklin Ave., Selma St., Venus St., Arts St., Dreux Ave., Painters St.
Saturday, September 3: Port St., N Tonti St.
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ST. MARY OF THE ANGELS CATHOLIC CHURCH INTERFAITH COMMUNITY PEACE AND PRAYER WALK ON SEPTEMBER 8 |
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JOIN NOPD'S FIFTH DISTRICT EVERY TUESDAY AT 1PM FOR WEEKLY MAX MEETINGS |
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT DILLARD UNIVERSITY
CLICK THE IMAGES FOR MORE INFORMATION
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NORA FAÇADE RENEW 2.0 GRANT PROGRAM
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NORA 2022 PROPERTY-ONLY SOLICITATION
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VOICES OF THE VICTIMS OF CRIME ON SEPTEMBER 14 |
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OUR LADY OF THE SEA STAR MASS OF REDEDICATION OF RESTORED MURAL AND SANCTUARY ON SEPTEMBER 25 |
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NATIONAL FRIED CHICKEN FESTIVAL ON OCTOBER 1 & 2 |
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GENTILLY FEST ON OCTOBER 8 & 9 |
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CLICK TO WATCH: WREATH-LAYING CEREMONY AT KATRINA MEMORIAL MARKS 17TH ANNIVERSARY
Monday, August 29, 2022, marked the 17th anniversary of the landfall of Hurricane Katrina. Dr. Michael White’s rendition of "Amazing Grace" set a solemn tone during the annual wreath-laying ceremony. The wreaths are placed at the permanent memorial in honor of those who lost their lives during and after the hurricane. The ceremony also honors the 100 unidentified and unclaimed victims of the storm who were buried at the site of the memorial.
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URBAN LEAGUE OF LOUISIANA & OSCHNER'S THE BIG HEALTH EVENT |
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URBAN LEAGUE OF LA YOUNG ADULT REENTRY PROGRAM
CLICK THE IMAGE TO APPLY
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Councilman Green addressed attendees at the Stop the Violence Rally at Israel Baptist Church in Harvey. The rally was called in memory and celebration of the life of Orin Grant Jr. who was recently murdered at the age of 20. Reverend Dr. Orin Grant Sr. is pastor of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in McDonoghville and is pictured here in a white commemorative shirt. We extend our condolences to Pastor Grant and his family. Such disregard for human life, as exercised by so many who commit criminal acts, must never be viewed as inevitable or excusable. |
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Councilman Green recognizes Mrs. Jennifer Greenwood for 17 years of service as chair of the women’s ministry at Mount Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, located at Johnny Jackson, Jr. Blvd. in the Desire/Florida Community. She was honored during the church's celebration of Women's Equality Day. |
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Councilman Green and Julius Feltus, Senior Advisor to Mayor LaToya Cantrell, at the wreath-laying ceremony at the Katrina Memorial. |
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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
District D Community Office Hours are scheduled every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:30 AM to 5 PM by appointment only. Please call (504) 658-4985 or visit nola.gov/coh to make an appointment. Sponsored by the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Engagement.
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New Orleans City Council
Eugene J. Green, Jr. — District D
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