New Orleans East Resident Rhonda Lee: In her words
My mother was diagnosed with a mental illness when I was in middle school during the early ’80s. Being a young caregiver for a loved one with mental illness involved struggles no child should ever have to endure. Her health challenges presented phases of unbearable beatings, heartbreaking and unloving words, unexplainable pain, feelings of exhaustion, periods of confusion, despair and hopelessness.
Rhonda Lee wrote this article to help give hope and inspiration to families affected by mental health illness. Rhonda is a NAMI New Orleans volunteer and board member who shared her story, which was posted on the @NAMICommunicate Blog. NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for millions of families affected by mental health illnesses through education, support services, advocacy and research.
Upcoming Meetings Regarding Development in District E
Neighborhood Participation Program (NPP) meetings with requests for conditional uses. These meetings are the first step in bringing these parcels back into commerce.
819 Lizardi St. - Lower Ninth Ward
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019, at 6:00 PM
WHERE: Sanchez Center, 1616 Caffin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117
DETAILS: NPP meeting to learn about proposed plans to re-establish a former conditional use for an established multi-family dwelling. This property has historically been used as a three-unit residence but has been unoccupied for more than 6 months which requires issuance of a new conditional use.
11621 Old Gentilly Rd. - New Orleans East
WHEN: Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at 12:00 PM
WHERE: Onsite at 11621 Old Gentilly Road, New Orleans, LA 70127
DETAILS: NPP meeting to discuss a proposed conditional use to allow Benton Tree Service to relocate their business from mid-city to District E. The current zoning is General Planned District (GPD) where a Contractor Storage Yard and Outdoor Storage Yard is a conditional use. The current site is 10 acres of vacant land, and no variances or waivers would be required.
819 Lizardi St. (left) & 11621 Old Gentilly Rd. (right)
Contact the District "E" office at (504) 658-1050 for more information.
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Department: Department of Justice Agency:Executive Office for Immigration Review Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies - Multiple Locations Salary: $33,949.00 to $73,461.00 / Per Year Series and Grade: GS-0986-5/8 Open Period: Tuesday, December 3, 2019 to Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time Who May Apply: Open to the public, Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Department: Department of the Army Agency:U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Few vacancies - New Orleans, Louisiana Salary: $26.14 to $30.49 / Per Hour Series and Grade: XF-5725-12 Open Period: Monday, December 2, 2019 to Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time Who May Apply: Open to the public
Department: Department of Transportation Agency:Federal Aviation Administration Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancies - New Orleans, Louisiana Salary: $44,602.00 to $66,906.00 / Per Year Series and Grade: FV-0344-F Open Period: Friday, December 13, 2019 to Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time Who May Apply: Open to the public, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, Special authorities
Department: Department of Veterans Affairs Agency:Deputy Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies - Multiple Locations Salary: $104,821.00 to $156,145.00 / Per Year Series and Grade: GS-2210-14 Open Period: Monday, December 16, 2019 to Friday, December 20, 2019 Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time Who May Apply: Open to the public
Department: Department of Veterans Affairs Agency:Deputy Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies - Multiple Locations Salary: $104,821.00 to $156,145.00 / Per Year Series and Grade: GS-2210-14 Open Period: Monday, December 16, 2019 to Friday, December 20, 2019 Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time Who May Apply: Open to the public
Department: Department of Homeland Security Agency:U.S. Coast Guard Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancy - New Orleans, Louisiana Salary: $23.12 to $26.98 / Per Hour Series and Grade: WG-5306-10 Open Period: Thursday, December 12, 2019 to Monday, December 23, 2019 Position Information: This is a permanent appointment. - This is a full-time position. Who May Apply: Open to the public
Department: Department of Homeland Security Agency:U.S. Coast Guard Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancy - New Orleans, Louisiana Salary: $25.43 to $29.66 / Per Hour Series and Grade: WL-3703-10 Open Period: Thursday, December 12, 2019 to Monday, December 23, 2019 Position Information: This is a permanent appointment. - This is a full-time position. Who May Apply: Open to the public
Department: Department of the Interior Agency:Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancy - Jefferson, Louisiana Salary: $103,527.00 to $134,583.00 / Per Year Series and Grade: GS-0881-13 Open Period: Thursday, December 12, 2019 to Friday, December 27, 2019 Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time Who May Apply: Competitive service, Military spouses, Open to the public, Veterans
Department: Department of Defense Agency:Defense Contract Management Agency Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancy - New Orleans, Louisiana Salary: $62,236.00 to $80,912.00 / Per Year Series and Grade: GS-1910-11 Open Period: Monday, December 16, 2019 to Monday, December 30, 2019 Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time Who May Apply: Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL), Open to the public, Veterans
Department: Department of Defense Agency:Defense Commissary Agency Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies - Multiple Locations Salary: $14.00 to $20.39 / Per Hour Series and Grade: GS-2091-3 Open Period: Monday, December 16, 2019 to Sunday, January 5, 2020 Position Information: Permanent - Part-Time Who May Apply: Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL), Military spouses, Open to the public
Department: Department of Defense Agency:Defense Commissary Agency Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies - Multiple Locations Salary: $14.00 to $20.39 / Per Hour Series and Grade: WG-6914-4 Open Period: Monday, December 16, 2019 to Sunday, January 5, 2020 Position Information: Permanent - Part-Time Who May Apply: Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL), Military spouses, Open to the public
Department: Department of Homeland Security Agency:Immigration and Customs Enforcement Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies - Multiple Locations Salary: $36,356.00 to $83,840.00 / Per Year Series and Grade: GS-0301-7/12 Open Period: Monday, December 16, 2019 to Monday, March 16, 2020 Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time Who May Apply: Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL), Open to the public
Department: Department of the Navy Agency:U.S. Navy - Agency Wide Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies - Multiple Locations Salary: $51,440.00 to $166,500.00 / Per Year Series and Grade: GS-2210-9/15 Open Period: Tuesday, December 10, 2019 to Wednesday, December 9, 2020 Position Information: Multiple Appointment Types - Full-Time Who May Apply: Open to the public
Seventh District New Orleans Neighborhood Police Anti-Crime Council meetings, or NONPACC, occur on the third Wednesday of each month at 6pm, at the Seventh District Station, 10101 Dwyer Road. These meetings provide community members with an opportunity to voice their concerns directly to the District Commander.
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Thursday, November 28, 2019 - Tuesday, December 24, 2019 Audubon Zoo Lights
Audubon Zoo light display from Thanksgiving to New Years Eve, featuring silk-lightened replicas of many of the animals seen at the zoo, as well as holiday additions. Nightly entertainment will include second-lines, caroling, holiday storytime, arts and crafts and more.
Friday, November 29, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Celebration in the Oaks
Friday and Saturday: 5 pm - 11 pm
Sunday through Thursday: 6 pm to 10 pm
5 Victory Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70124
(Closed Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve)
Tuesday, December 17, 2019 | 6 pm
District E Community Meeting
Join Adamink Architecture for a NPP meeting on behalf of the owners of 819 Lizardi St. to apply for a conditional use.
Andrew P. Sanchez 1616, Caffin Ave.
Friday, December 20, 2019 - Tuesday, December 31, 2019
NOLA Christmas Fest
New Orleans Convention Center
Indoor festival features an ice skating rink, carnival rides and games, plus Santa and friends, decorated trees and more.
Sunday, December 22, 2019 | Noon
Saints @ Titans
ESPN
Sunday, December 22, 2019 | 6 pm (Doors Open) | 7:30 pm (Concert Starts)
Char’Lee’s Cure Foundation Presents A Christmas Benefit Concert
Camp Restore Auditorium
9301 Chef Menteur Hwy., NOLA 70127
Visit www.charleescurefoundation.com or charleescurchristmasbenefitconcert.eventbrite.com for more information.
Sunday, December 22, 2019 | 7 pm
Caroling in Jackson Square
Free event. Song sheets and candles are provided.
Saturday, December 28, 2019 | 8 am - 1 pm
Recycling Drop-Off Day
Recycling Drop-Off Center, 2829 Elysian Fields Avenue
Proof of Orleans Parish residency will be required in the form of a valid driver’s license or a motor vehicle inspection sticker.
Saturday, December 28, 2019 | 3 pm
LSU vs. Oklahoma
Peach Bowl | Atlanta Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Sunday, December 29, 2019 | Noon
Saints at Carolina Panthers
FOX
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Allstate Sugar Bowl
New Year's Day
Georgia vs. Baylor
819 Lizardi St. (left) & 11621 Old Gentilly Rd. (right)
