Meeting called to order by the President Lisa Loup at 7pm
We recited the Pledge of Allegiance and observed a Moment of Silence
Roll Call by the Secretary
Jefferson Parish Constable Election March 24th
Candidates running for Constable both spoke for a few minutes,
- Joe Zaffuto
- Allen Leone Jr
The election for Constable will be March 24th
Update from JPSO
JPSO Deputy Stacey Taranto-Communications for the Sheriff’s Office
Our association spans the 1st & 4th districts- Central Ave West is the 4th District and Central Ave East is the 1st District
New statistics show that crime is down 10% in 20017 vs. 2016
Recent Calls from our area include-Alarms-Traffic-Burglary-Suspicious Persons-Theft-Disturbing the Peace-Criminal Damage
Some residents asked about panhandling on the corners- Sheriff Lopinto informed us that is a protected right and they cannot be arrested. He also provided insight that the homeless population are not committing crimes, particularly not where they live and spend their time, most crimes are drug related incidents.
Direct Line Report for more information DLR
Transportation and Construction Updates
Central Ave to get new water lines, gas and drainage lines it is closed 1/9-1/11
Some residents complained about railroad noise- unfortunately, the railroad is not cooperative on these kind of complaints. It was suggested to read the levels of noise in decibels (using a smartphone app) to see if they are violating any local noise ordinances
Jefferson Highway from Causeway to Clearview beautification is approved and funded 50K
Bayou Tree is in charge of planting before spring
Sidewalks are to be addressed in the future
Community Development to Businesses Grants are available
CDBG-income level-Causeway West too high???
Included are Fat City & Old Jefferson
Piccadilly on Jefferson Highway is closed will be a Racetrack gas station
La State Plan has 6 proposed projects for 6 parishes
Hud Grants
Bayou Segnette
Airline Highway
Elmwood
Traffic concerns on Jefferson Highway- specifically Earhart at Lowe’s and the Deckbar Entrance
Someone asked about the premium black and white street signs- they are available for an additional cost- Lisa will check on
By Laws Changes-Motion to Accept-Randy made the motion
Jeanne- Second
Approved
Members decorating signs is great thank you
Goals for STCA in 2018
July Business Expo
Mail delivery concerns by members will be addressed
300 block of Dodge street repair?
Treasurer’s report
Membership Drive January 20th 10am at 850 Newman Ave any members that can help put out door hangers inviting residents to join please come-all welcome-coffee and donuts provided!