News and Updates

How long have you lived in your neighborhood? 

I've lived in the Pines Village Subdivision for over twenty years.

How did you get involved in your neighborhood? 

I joined our Neighborhood Association a couple of years ago to lend my voice to the many voices that were already advocating on behalf of the community.

What do you love about your neighborhood? 

When I first moved to the area it was beautiful! I believe Pines Village was the first subdivision built in New Orleans East. The area was lined with trees, the streets were wide and nicely paved - many of the residents had pride in their community and had lived in the area for decades.

What successes have you had in your neighborhood? 

The association had the most success in the aftermath of Katrina. The leadership and members during that era, really worked hard to resurrect Pines Village. They were successful in getting better lighting, reducing blight, demolishing hazardous properties, categorizing each property to determine the status of each, creating a better network of residents to be better able to address issues as a collective, and the list goes on and on. 

What are you working on right now in your neighborhood? 

Currently as an association, we are focused on improving our streets, reducing blight, reducing illegal dumping in the area, and overall quality of life issues.  My advice for other neighborhood leaders and change makers is to be persistent. In their respective circles of influence, remind folks that elected public officials work for them.

Any words of advice for other neighborhood leaders and change-makers? 

Don't get weary and well doing. Serve the people with grace, humility, and a loving spirit.