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PUBLIC NOTICE: Public Hearing and Review on the City’s 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan

The City of Slidell invites public review and comment on the City’s 2026-2027 Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan.

As part of the public review process, the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan will be available for
review and comment on Thursday, April 30, 2026, 9am to 7pm during an Open House hosted by
the City of Slidell, which is being held in the Mayor’s Community Room, First Floor City Hall, 2055
Second Street, Slidell, LA 70458. A public hearing presentation will be held from 10:00am to
11:00am to discuss the overall performance of the CDBG program, past projects and the
proposed submission of the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan.

The 2026-2027 CDBG Annual Action Plan identifies the specific projects the City will fund with
Community Development Block Grant Funds. The CDBG funds allocated to the City of Slidell for
FY 2026-2027 are $207,801. The City proposes utilizing 80 % of the allocation received for project
activities within the COBG Target Area CT409 and 20% for Administration and Planning.
Proposed projects include but are not limited to public facility and infrastructure improvements;
creating partnerships; urgent need public facility and public service activities, fair housing
education and administration. No displacement of persons will occur.
All residents, particularly low to moderate income persons, are encouraged to attend the open
house and public hearing.

A draft of the action plan is available for review at the City of Slidell Planning Department from
8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) and on the City’s website at
www.mysllidell.com May 1, 2026, through June 4, 2026. To request a particular accommodation,
for inquiries about accessibility, comments, or to ask questions, email cdbg@cityofslidell.org,;
call 985-646-4320, or deliver written requests to CDBG, c/o Planning Department, 250 Bouscaren
Street, Suite 203, Slidell, LA 70458 24 hours prior to the meeting.

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Slidell’s Mixed Media Call for Artists

DOWNLOAD THE PROSPECTUS HERE.

Slidell Mayor Randy Fandal and the City of Slidell’s Commission on the Arts are inviting artists from across the Gulf Coast region to submit entries for the upcoming Mixed Media Juried Exhibition, an annual competition known for its creativity and diversity of artistic expression.

This unique exhibition highlights artwork that incorporates two or more mediums, offering artists an opportunity to showcase innovative and interdisciplinary pieces.

Serving as juror for this year’s exhibition is Nina Dunbar, a Slidell native with more than 30 years of experience as a nonprofit executive, fundraiser, and arts advocate. Dunbar holds a Master of Arts in Arts Management from the University of New Orleans and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and Art Education from Temple University’s Tyler School of Art. She currently serves as Deputy General Director of Opera Santa Barbara and is the principal of Change | Practice | Play, a consultancy focused on strategic planning, development, and grant writing for nonprofit organizations. Throughout her distinguished career, Dunbar has held leadership roles with organizations in California, Arizona, and Louisiana, and has contributed to numerous public art initiatives across the United States and internationally.

The competition is open to artists 18 years and older residing in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. Each artist may submit up to three works, with a flat entry fee of $25. A total of $600 in awards will be presented for first, second, and third place, as selected by the juror.

The deadline for submissions is Monday, April 27, 2026, and artists will be notified of acceptance by Thursday, April 30, 2026. Complete entry details are available in the official prospectus, which can be obtained from the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs (250 Bouscaren Street, Suite 304) or downloaded from the Cultural & Public Affairs section of the city’s website at www.myslidell.com.

Selected works will be exhibited in the George Dunbar Gallery, located within the Slidell Cultural Center at City Hall (2055 Second Street) in Olde Towne Slidell. The exhibition will open on Friday, May 8, 2026, with a public reception and awards presentation from 6 to 8 p.m., and will remain on display through June 26, 2026.

Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appointment only. Same-day appointments are available by calling the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375.

For more information, please contact the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375 or visit www.myslidell.com. Follow the City of Slidell on Facebook for updates on this and other upcoming events.

DOWNLOAD THE PROSPECTUS HERE.

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City Offices Closed April 3 for Easter Holiday

Slidell Mayor Randy Fandal and the members of the Slidell City Council would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter!

City offices will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of Good Friday and will resume normal operations on Monday, April 6. Residents experiencing water or sewer emergencies should contact the 24-hour City Services hotline at (985) 643-6140.

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Closed Party Primary Town Hall Meeting

Join us for an informative meeting with the Registrar of Voters and the Clerk of Court where we discuss the significant changes to the upcoming Closed Party Primary Elections.

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City of Slidell Announces Winners of the 35th Annual Salad Days Juried Exhibition of Student Art

On Friday, March 27, 2026, student artists from across St. Tammany Parish were joined by family and friends in the George Dunbar Gallery at the Slidell Cultural Center for the opening reception and awards ceremony of the 35th annual Salad Days Juried Exhibition of Student Art.

Slidell Mayor Randy Fandal with Joshua Wichterich, Salad Days 2026 Juror

“Dania and I were blown away by the creativity and talent on display showcasing exceptional young artists from all over St. Tammany Parish!” said Slidell Mayor Fandal. “Thank you to Joshua Wichterich for serving as the juror and making some very difficult decisions. And a special thanks to all the student artists and their parents and art teachers who support them.”

This year’s call for artist for Salad Days drew a significant number of entries, with 80 artists submitting a total of 174 works. Due to limited gallery space, only roughly 30 percent of the entries submitted were selected for the final exhibition.

The 2026 juror was Joshua B. Wichterich, an award-winning artist, illustrator, author, and founder of Blue Wing Press. Wichterich has illustrated more than 60 children’s books, and his work has been featured in numerous City of Slidell exhibitions, including the 2024 show All in the Family. He was also recently selected as the White Linen 2025 Poster Artist.

A dedicated advocate for the arts and youth, Wichterich frequently contributes to the Children’s Museum of St. Tammany. He previously collaborated with the museum and local students on a butterfly art installation that debuted in 2025. Deeply involved in the community, he has served as a judge for the Louisiana Wildfowl Carvers and Collectors Guild and is a member of the Rotary Club of Slidell, the Ozone Camellia Club, and the Leadership Northshore Class of 2026.

“These are the future artists and leaders of Slidell. St. Tammany Parish is filled with amazingly talented youths,” said Wichterich. “Growing up in Slidell, I was once standing in the shoes of these young artists. I hold immense respect for their courage, tenacity, and talent. It was an honor to be a juror for Salad Days and stand as an artist along with them.”

The exhibition features works from a diverse group of talented students, including: Aaliyah Atamanyuk, Lalana Atkinson, Nolee Autin, Reese Benedic, Preston Berel, Mylah Boston, LaVetra Brown, Frances Case, Ella Grace Chadwick, Laura Chin, Emma D’ Antoni, Jack Doss, Anne Ekenta, Isabel Farry, Alyssa Gaudet, Laurelyn Glass, Jillian Grimley, Lilly Claire Hatt, Charlotte Hill, Shannon Hoitenga, Andie Ingraham, Jolie Rae Jacob, Brynleigh Ann Jones, Chloe Landry, Dylan Landry, Olivia Loomis, Ashley Mannino, Kinzly McNeese, Violet Navarro, Ruby Paganuzzi, Adrian Palermo, Christian Pastoret, Grace Roberts, Max Roth, Kimber Rush, Ella Ryan, Jacob Sharp, Madison Silcox, Alexis Smith, Gabrielle “Matt” Spadoni, Hadley Stroud, Clara Tullis, Harriet Wells, Olivia Yi, and Madeline Zeringue.

Entries were divided into four age categories, with awards presented for first, second, and third place, along with honorable mentions:

Category A (Ages 5–8)
• 1st Place: Jolie Rae Jacob, “Walks with Marty”
• 2nd Place: Frances Case, “Moonlight”
• 3rd Place: Preston Berel, “Jet”
• Honorable Mention: Jolie Rae Jacob, “Sea Turtle’s Garden”
• Honorable Mention: Jack Doss, “The Forest Deer”

From L to R: Frances Case, Joshua Wichterich, Jack Doss, Jolie Rae Jacob, Mayor Fandal, Preston Berel

 

Category B (Ages 9–11)
• 1st Place: Ruby Paganuzzi, “A Day At Sea”
• 2nd Place: Laura Chin, “Orange Dreamsicle”
• 3rd Place: Christian Pastoret, “Suspicious Pelican”
• Honorable Mention: Lilly Claire Hatt, “Midnight Bloom”
• Honorable Mention: Ruby Paganuzzi, “Rainbow City”

From L to R: Ruby Paganuzzi, Joshua Wichterich, Lily Claire Hatt, Mayor Fandal, Christian Pastoret

Category C (Ages 12–14)
• 1st Place: Shannon Hoitenga, “Lotus Dream”
• 2nd Place: Ashley Mannino, “Dream a Dream”
• 3rd Place: Ella Grace Chadwick, “My…Mom”
• Honorable Mention: LaVetra Brown, “Fish”
• Honorable Mention: Ashley Mannino, “Home, Sweet Home”
• Honorable Mention: Olivia Loomis, “Sunning Wood Duck”

From L to R: Ella Grace Chadwick, Joshua Wichterich, Shannon Hoitenga, Mayor Fandal, Olivia Loomis, Asley Mannino

Category D (Ages 15–19)
• 1st Place: Jillian Grimley, “Waiter”
• 2nd Place: Violet Navarro, “A Lovely Long Bridge”
• 3rd Place: Andie Ingraham, “Childhood Memories”
• Honorable Mention: Chloe Landry, “Envy”
• Honorable Mention: Jillian Grimley, “Legs”
• Honorable Mention: Alexis Smith, “Cathedral”
• Honorable Mention: Aaliyah Atamanyuk, “Mirror, Mirror On the Wall”
• Honorable Mention: Jacob Sharp, “Hecatomb of Terror”

From L to R: Max Roth, Grace Roberts, Aaliyah Atamanyuk, Lalana Atkinson, Mylah Boston, Joshua Wichterich, Emma D’Antoni, Mayor Fandal, Charlotte Hill, Isabel Farry, Andie Ingraham, Chloe Landry

The George Dunbar Gallery is located inside the Slidell Cultural Center at 2055 Second Street, inside City Hall. Gallery hours are by appointment only, Monday through Thursday, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or by special request. Admission is free, and same-day appointments are often available. To schedule a tour, please call the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375.

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Seward Johnson Sculpture Now On Display in Olde Towne as Part of Parish-Wide “Art Imitates Life” Exhibition

The City of Slidell is proud to announce the arrival of its newest “residents” at Carey Street Park. As part of the Art Imitates Life public art exhibition, the city is now hosting “Time for Fun,” a life-sized painted bronze sculpture by world-renowned American artist Seward Johnson.

“Time for Fun” by Seward Johnson

The sculpture, which depicts a turn-of-the-century couple sharing a dance, will be on display in Olde Towne Slidell from April 2026 through April 2027. On loan from the Seward Johnson Atelier, the piece is celebrated for its remarkable realism, capturing a familiar, everyday moment that invites passersby to step into the scene and become part of the art.

“We are honored to host such a world-class piece of art right here in Olde Towne Slidell,” said Slidell Mayor Randy Fandal. “Please join me in welcoming our new ‘residents’ and extending a big thank you to the Covington Public Art Fund and Lisa Condrey for their vision in bringing this parish-wide public art project to life. I’d also like to thank the generous sponsors who made this project possible. This is a great example of how our Northshore communities can work together for the betterment of all our citizens and visitors.”

The Art Imitates Life exhibition is a collaborative effort between the Covington Public Art Fund and the communities of Abita Springs, Mandeville, Madisonville, and Slidell. The year-long event features 15 of Johnson’s iconic sculptures placed strategically throughout St. Tammany Parish to enhance the cultural landscape and encourage residents and visitors to discover the artwork while exploring the Northshore’s charming downtown districts and gathering spaces.

The Covington Public Art Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the community’s cultural landscape by raising funds to support the installation and display of public art throughout the parish.

The exhibition is made possible through the generous support of local sponsors, including Arena Collective, Aimee and Michael Bell, CJ Ladner Insurance Agency, David Fennelly, Red River Bank, Norma and Todd Richard, Carlos Sanchez, Southern Hotel, and Visit the Northshore.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to visit the sculpture at Carey Street Park, located at 2302 Carey Street. When sharing photos of the sculpture on social media, please use the hashtags #ArtImitatesLife, #OldeTowneSlidell, #CovingtonPublicArtFund, and #VisitTheNorthshore.

For more information about the artist, please visit www.sewardjohnsonatelier.org.

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Street Closures March 28-29 for Olde Towne Events

The City of Slidell is advising residents and visitors of several planned street closures in the Olde Towne area this weekend, March 28 and 29, 2026, to accommodate the Spring Olde Towne Street Fair and the Olde Towne Crawfish Music Festival.

To ensure the safety of vendors and attendees, sections of First Street, Second Street, Erlanger Avenue, and Bouscaren Street will be closed for the Street Fair starting at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, and will remain closed until 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 29. Additionally, sections of Carey Street and Cousin Street will remain closed to accommodate an ongoing movie shoot and the Crawfish Festival on Sunday, March 29. See the map for more details.

The Spring Olde Towne Street Fair, produced by the Slidell Antique Association, will run both Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. One of Slidell’s largest events, the Street Fair features a wide variety of arts, crafts, and antique vendors, as well as food booths, live music, and photos with the Easter Bunny.

On Sunday, March 29, the Olde Towne Merchants Association will host the Olde Towne Crawfish Music Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event features live music from Geno Delafose & French Rockin’ Boogie, Paper Chase, Sead, and Bag of Donuts. Attendees can also enjoy hot boiled crawfish, eating contests, crawfish races, and a special appearance by the St. Tammany Parish Fire District #1 Autism Awareness vehicle.

Parking will be available for visitors throughout the Olde Towne area. Motorists are encouraged to plan their routes accordingly and exercise caution while traveling through the district.

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UPDATE : Boil Water Notice Cancelled for Sections of Normandy Dr, Mirecourt Dr, Brittany Lane, and Marche Blvd.

3/26/26, 10:45 UPDATE: The boil water notice has been cancelled. All samples came back clear.

 

City of Slidell

Boil Water Advisory

NOTICE

DATE:  March 24, 2026

Location:

200-226 Normandy Drive

200-208 Mirecourt Drive

104-210 Brittany Lane

105-124 Marche Blvd.

The City of Slidell is advising all users to boil their water as a precautionary measure before using for drinking, cooking, washing food or brushing teeth due to a loss of water pressure in the water system. 

The water can be made safe by boiling it for at least one minute at a rolling boil.  Boiled water should be stored in a clean container in the refrigerator. Alternatively, bottled water can be used.

You will be notified when water service is returned to normal and the water is safe to drink.

We apologize for any inconvenience. 

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Arts Evening 2026 Digital Map

Check out everything that’s happening for Arts Evening 2026! Join us in Olde Towne Slidell this Saturday, March 21, from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is free!

(Save the picture on your phone and use it as a digital map and brochure for the event.)

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March 21 Olde Towne Street Closures for Arts Evening

In preparation for Arts Evening on Saturday, March 21, 2026, the City of Slidell is announcing temporary street closures throughout the Olde Towne district. To ensure public safety during the festivities, several streets will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Affected areas include portions of the following streets:

  • First Street

  • Erlanger Avenue

  • Bouscaren Street

  • Cousin Street

  • Carey Street

  • Robert Street

Please refer to the map for more information.

Mayor Randy Fandal invites the community to explore the works of over 50 artists showcased at more than 30 locations. The event will also feature live performances from eight bands, antique and boutique shopping, and various dining options at local restaurants.

Important Parking Information:
Residents and visitors are advised not to park within the closure area during the designated hours. For public safety, bollards will be positioned throughout Olde Towne. Any vehicles remaining inside the barricaded perimeter after 2:00 p.m. will be unable to exit until the bollards are removed at 10:00 p.m.

For more information about Arts Evening, please visit MySlidell.com or contact the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375.

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