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Bayou Jam concert to be rescheduled due to Hurricane Francine

The Bayou Jam concert featuring Big Al and the Heavyweights scheduled for Friday, Sept. 13, has been cancelled due to Hurricane Francine and possible electrical issues caused by the flooding of Heritage Park. The concert will be rescheduled for a later date.
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Slidell Updates Annual Hazard Mitigation Plan

Under the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (42 USC 5165), a mitigation plan is required for the City of Slidell to qualify for Federal mitigation funds. On September 8, 2020, the City of Slidell adopted the 2020 St. Tammany Parish Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, which includes mitigation actions intended to reduce the City’s risks from hazards.

 

The City’s 2024 Annual Update of Hazard Mitigation Plan is just one part of Slidell’s Community Rating System recertification process; this required annual update report highlights our progress in implementing the City’s mitigation actions. All of our City departments and staff have been working together to make Slidell a more resilient and safer place for our residents to live and for our businesses to thrive. This hard work has paid off with a Community Rating System score of 6 and that score has resulted in lowered flood insurance costs for property owners throughout the city.

 

For ongoing credit under the Community Rating System, the annual update was presented to the Slidell City Council on September 10th and made available to the public in the City of Slidell Planning Department at 250 Bouscaren Street in Suite 203 or on the City of Slidell’s Hazard Mitigation web page at http://myslidell.com/planning/#tab-id-5.

 

For more information, please contact the Slidell Planning Department by email planningdept@cityofslidell.org, or call (985) 646-4320.

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How to Separate Storm Debris at the Curb

Now that Hurricane Francine has passed and citizens are cleaning their properties, it’s important to know how to separate your debris for curbside pickup.

Separate debris into different piles:

  • Household trash
  • Vegetative debris – DO NOT BAG!
  • Construction and demolition debris
  • Appliances and white goods
  • Electronics
  • Household hazardous wastes

Things to remember:

  • Keep debris out of the roadway and out of the line of sight for motorists.
  • Do not bag your vegetative debris. Put all leaves and branches in a pile at the curb.
  • Do not place debris in ditches because this could lead to flooding during rain, nor should it be placed on street corners because this could cause line-of-sight issues.
  • Do not mix non-storm-related yard waste or bulk trash with storm debris.

Please refer to the flyer for more information. If you have questions, call the City of Slidell’s Department of Engineering at (985) 646-4270 or email engineering@cityofslidell.org.

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Hurricane Francine Update – 9/12/24, 6:30 a.m.

Good morning, Slidell!
Last night, there were reports of street flooding and some fallen trees and limbs in the roadways. Palm Lake, Camellia Drive, Chamalé and Heritage Park areas still have standing water.
We don’t have any reports of any homes or businesses flooding.
CLECO reports that 9235 customers are without power in the Slidell area. We will give updates when we get them.
Please stay off the roads so that the linemen can start working on restoring power, city crews can remove debris, and first responders can move throughout the city.
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Sandbag Depot opens at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 10 near Heritage Park

UPDATE (9/10/24, 2 p.m.): The self-serve sandbag depot will be open from 1 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 10, and will reopen on Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 7 a.m.  to 12 p.m. 
In preparation for Tropical Storm Francine, the City of Slidell will open a self-service sandbag depot on Tuesday, September 10, starting at 1 p.m. at the parking lot on the corner of Bayou Lane and Pennsylvania Avenue near Heritage Park.
 
St. Tammany Parish Government had also has self-service sandbag locations open at these following locations near Slidell:
• Airport Road Public Works Barn (34783 Grantham College Drive, Slidell)
• Fritchie Public Works Barn (63119 LA-1090, Pearl River)
 
“I want to assure our citizens that Team Slidell is ready for Francine,” said Mayor Cromer. “All of our pumping stations are working and will be monitored around the clock. City crews are cleaning out storm drains and catch basins and making sure that drainage around the city is clear.”
 
Citizens are encouraged to check their storm drains near their homes to make sure they are cleared of debris and to clear their yards of any items that could be blown around by heavy winds. 
 
Stay tuned for updates on the City of Slidell’s website at MySlidell.com More information can also be found on the “City of Slidell, Louisiana” Facebook page and on the “Slidell Police Department” Facebook page.
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UPDATE: ‘Mixed Media’ exhibit on display through Oct. 24 at Slidell Cultural Center

UPDATE: The following artists were recognized with awards at the Mixed Media opening reception:

  • 1st Place – “3D Geometric Study, No. 9” by Charles Gudaitis
  • 2nd Place – “Chameleon” by Solange Ledwith
  • 3rd Place – “Blow, Louis, Blow!” by Dustin Young
  • Honorable Mentions – “#D Wall Hanging No. 17” by Charles Gudaitis and “White Hole” by Kelly Landrum Hammell

Congratulations to all the artists!

 

The works of artists from Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas will soon be on display in the Slidell Cultural Center at City Hall when the City of Slidell’s 31st annual Mixed Media juried exhibition opens on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, with an artist’s reception from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission is free.

Mixed Media is open to artists from ten southeastern states. This year, 19 artists submitted 43 entries and of those entries, a total of 29 works by 15 different artists were selected for the exhibit by this year’s juror, Charlotte Lowry Collins.

A practicing artist and lifelong learner, Collins has earned two undergraduate degrees in art, as well as a Masters of Fine Arts from Memphis College of Art. She has been awarded both Assistant Professor and Associate Professor status from Kennesaw State University and a Directorship for arts programs at Southeastern Louisiana University. Within her hometown community of Slidell, she is the Director of the Olde Towne Arts Commission (OTAC), and a founder and board member for the arts krewe, the Krewe of Mona Lisa and MoonPie. She believes “each artist has their own unique style and brings a distinct viewpoint for their viewer to appreciate.”

The artworks featured in Mixed Media are as varied as the media they are comprised of. To qualify as mixed media, each artist must use a minimum of two mediums to create their work. This year’s selections include traditional media such as paint, pastel, clay, pen, paper, glass, wood, metal and fabric, plus a wide assortment of other atypical media, including nails, jewelry, found objects, foam, balloons, clay, beads, seashells, silk,  and stained glass.

Artists selected to display their works include Elsa Baker, Lacombe; Kim Bergeron, Slidell; Connie Born, Slidell; Mary Christopher, Slidell; Kelly Dellsperger, Slidell; Charles Gudaitis, Slidell; Rita Huie, Clifton, TX; Kelly Landrum-Hammell, Carriere, MS; Solange Ledwith, Slidell; Andree Maduell, Lacombe; Kylah Odle, Helena, AL; C.J. Sheriff, Slidell; Cindy Strecker, Slidell; Kevin Walgamotte, Slidell; and Dustin Young, Slidell.

The Mixed Media opening reception and awards presentation will be held on Friday, Sept. 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the George Dunbar Gallery in the Slidell Cultural Center at City Hall, located at 2055 Second Street in Olde Towne Slidell. The award presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. The exhibit will be on display through Thursday, October 24. Gallery hours are Mondays through Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. by appointment only. Please call the Department of Cultural Affairs at 985-646-4375 to schedule a viewing. Same day appointments usually available. Admission is free.

For more information about Mixed Media, please call the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646‐4375 or visit the city’s website at www.myslidell.com. For the latest city news updates and information about upcoming events, sign up for our newsletter on our website and follow the official “City of Slidell, Louisiana” pages on Facebook and Twitter.

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Slidell breaks ground on new multi-use fields at Duckworth Park

On Monday, September 9, 2024, Slidell Mayor Greg Cromer was joined by members of the Slidell City Council and city administrators to break ground on the Ducksworth Park Multi-Use Fields Project. This project involves the reconstruction of an existing multi-use field (325’x370’) at Ducksworth Park as well as the addition of a new multi-use field (150’x200’).

All South Consulting Engineers is serving as the design consultant and Warner Construction, Inc. is the contractor for this project.

The estimated cost of this project is $676,466 and it is funded with a 50/50 grant between Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism’s Land and Water Conservation Fund.

Barring any weather delays or unforeseen circumstances, it should take roughly 130 days for construction with an anticipated completion date of January 2025.

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UPDATED: Big Al and the Heavyweights Bayou Jam Concert Cancelled Due to Weather

 

UPDATED:

***The Bayou Jam concert scheduled for, Friday, Sept. 13, has been cancelled due to Hurricane Francine and possible electrical issues caused by the flooding of Heritage Park. The concert will be rescheduled for a later date.***

 

Get ready for another exciting season of live music at Heritage Park as the City of Slidell’s popular Bayou Jam fall concert series kicks off on Friday, September 13, with a performance by Big Al and the Heavyweights. The concert begins at 5 p.m., and admission is free.

“Bayou Jam concerts are a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together,” said Slidell Mayor Greg Cromer. “We encourage everyone to bring their families and friends to enjoy a night of great music in Heritage Park. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend right here in Slidell.”

The schedule for the 2024 fall Bayou Jam concert series:
• Friday, Sept. 13 – Big Al and the Heavyweights
• Friday, Sept. 27 – Typically Booked
• Friday, Oct. 11 – The New Orleans Mystics

Big Al and the Heavyweights, originally known as the Unknown Blues Band, began performing in 1996. The founding members included Al Lauro, renowned guitarist Warren Haynes, and pianist Rick Gergen. Over the years, while some of the original members have changed, Big Al has maintained a strong lineup featuring Gergen, guitarist and vocalist Marcel Anton, Dennis Cedeno, and harp player and vocalist Dale Robinson. The band has been spreading the blues across the country, with their latest album, “Love One Another,” recorded at Suite Mix Studios in Slidell. Their live performances are known for being family-friendly, energetic, and full of fun. For more details, you can visit their website at BigAl.net.

Typically Booked is a dynamic six-piece cover band known for their high-energy performances, featuring captivating vocals, layered harmonies, and engaging saxophone solos. Their versatility spans a wide variety of genres and dance favorites, from the 1950s to today’s hits. While they cover multiple generations, the band focuses on upbeat millennial classics from the ’90s and ’00s, making them a favorite at celebrations throughout the New Orleans area. They’ve performed for notable organizations such as Ochsner, the American Cancer Society, and even for the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans on game day. For more information, visit TypicallyBooked.com.

The New Orleans Mystics are a versatile singing group that performs a wide range of genres, including oldies, Motown, Top 40, R&B, disco, jazz, rock, and more, while staying true to their rhythm and blues roots. Formed in 1972, they have captivated audiences worldwide with their energetic choreography, powerful vocals, and dazzling outfits. Their performances continue to entertain crowds with their timeless appeal. For more information, visit theneworleansmystics.com.

Concertgoers are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, ice chests, and picnic baskets to enjoy these free, family-friendly events in the beautiful setting of Heritage Park.

The Bayou Jam Concert Series is produced by the City of Slidell’s Department of Cultural & Public Affairs with support from the Parks & Recreation and Public Operations departments. These concerts are part of Olde Towne Slidell Main Street and the Louisiana Cultural District, sponsored by the City’s Cultural Season Sponsors, including Edge of the Lake Magazine, Inside Northside, The Slidell Independent, Slidell Savings Magazine, and Sophisticated Woman.

For more information about the Bayou Jam concert series, please contact the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375. Stay updated on City of Slidell news and events by visiting MySlidell.com and following us on the “City of Slidell” Facebook page.

In case of inclement weather, please check the city’s website or Facebook page for the latest updates. Cancellation decisions will be made by 1 p.m. on the day of the event.

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City Offices Closed Sept. 2 for Labor Day

In observance of Labor Day, city offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024, and will reopen during regular hours on Tuesday, Sept. 3.
 
Essential personnel will remain on duty. If Slidell residents experience problems with their water or sewer service, they should call the City Services 24-hour emergency hotline at (985) 643-6140.
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UPDATE: Boil Water Notice lifted for Lakewood area of Slidell

8/10/24, 9:50 AM UPDATE: The Boil Water Notice has been lifted.

The City of Slidell has issued a Boil Water Advisory as a precaution due to a loss of pressure from repairing a water main for the following addresses:

• 1210-1701 Fremaux
• 1503-1593 Eastridge
• 1503-1593 Ridgecrest
• 302-368 Gwen

  • Gwen to Cousin on Possum Hollow

Notices have been posted for the affected addresses by the City of Slidell. The Boil Water Advisory will be in effect until the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals analyzes all the water samples. It usually takes several days. Everyone will be notified once the advisory has been lifted.

For more information on what to do during a Boil Water Advisory: https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/drinking/drinking-water-advisories/boil-water-advisory.html

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