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FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK
by LVPOA President
STEPHEN D. VILLAVASO
On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Lake Vista Homeowners’ Association,
STEPHEN D. VILLAVASO, J.D., FAICP
The TREASURER’S REPORT by Jennifer Warden Hebert, LVPOA Treasurer
On behalf of the board, I would like those residents who have paid their 2016 LVPOA dues for the betterment of
our neighborhood. With those dues, the LVPOA board has been able to move forward in its ongoing efforts to report and
monitor the status of street lights, move forward with the installation of street cameras, continue beauti cation projects in
cooperation with the Lake Vista Garden Club and provide wonderful family events such as the annual Easter Egg Hunt,
Halloween Party and Watermelon Party. Without the contribution of your dues, these events would not be possible.
However, less than 100 of the more than 750 residents have paid their dues for 2016. Without these dues, we will not be able
to meet our minimal expenses or provide the additional events and services. If you have not yet paid your $50.00 annual
dues, you may do so via Paypal, by clicking on the Membership tab at www.lakevistapropertyowners.com, or by check
payable to the “Lake Vista Property Owners Association” mailed to: LVPOA Treasurer, P.O. Box 24430, New Orleans, LA 70184
We thank you for your involvement and appreciate your efforts and contributions in making this one of the best, if not the
best, neighborhood in New Orleans.
LVPOA Building Restrictions Committee
by William Barousse
Lake Vista is a special and unique neighborhood that all of us hold dear. In order to preserve the unique
nature of our neighborhood, the property owners in Lake Vista, contractors working in Lake Vista, and the
LVPOA board must all work together to meet the needs of the individual property owners in Lake Vista as well
as the neighborhood as a whole. The Orleans Parish Levee District and City of New Orleans are also key
partners in maintaining the unique nature of our neighborhood.
When building in Lake Vista, property owners must ensure that they comply with all applicable state law
(enforced by the Levee District), all applicable city law contained in the city of New Orleans comprehensive
zoning ordinance (enforced by the City of New Orleans) and the restrictions of Lake Vista (enforced by the
LVPOA). The easiest way to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and restrictions is to be pro-active in
contacting the newly formed restrictions committee of the LVPOA composed of William Barousse, Jay
Baudier, John Davis, Michael Moffitt, and Monte Shalett before commencing any construction projects of any
kind in the Lake Vista. The restrictions committee looks forward to working with property owners to address
existing violations that can be remedied and to prevent future violations that could affect the unique nature
of the neighborhood that we all love and call home.
Pets in Parks in Lake Vista
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by William
Barousse
The parks that we all share in Lake Vista are some of the greatest assets in our neighborhood. In order
for all of us to be able to safely enjoy our parks, remember that city law requires that all animals be
leashed and that owners “pick up” after their pets. New Orleans city ordinance 18-13 provides that the
ne for soiling public property by animals is at least $100 and at least 21 hours of trash clean up duties
and New Orleans city ordinance 18-14 provides that the ne for failure to leash a pet is up to $500
and/or up to six months imprisonment and/or community service plus any costs of the associated
with impounding and caring for the animal by the city if necessary.
Help keep Lake Vista a clean and safe neighborhood for pets and humans to both enjoy.
Less is Much More
Did you know that the reason that Lake Vista looks like it does and is so green and quiet and peaceful is solely due to the
Restrictions which accompany your Homeowner Deed? It is no coincidence that parkways are so wide or that lanes are
placed in certain alignments or that all of the houses are set back a long way from the sidewalk!
When you see a tall hedge or a fence obstructing the sight lines on a lane, everyone
should know that is not as the neighborhood was designed. Just one house
breaking these setbacks spoils the sight line and the spacious airy
ambience designed into, intended, and even safeguarded by your
restrictions affixed to your Deed. So please, consider trimming
your hedges back soon to allow more light and open the
sight lines up! Everyone walking along in front of
your home will appreciate
your efforts!
by
Monte C. Shalett
Stephanie Hilferty
State Representative, District 94
As I write this column, the Louisiana Legislature is in the Second Extraordinary session of 2016.
We have been in session since February 14, 2016 making this the longest session in Louisiana history.
The Second Extraordinary Session is currently in session with budgetary outcomes outstanding;
therefore, I’ll focus on the 2016 regular session and highlight major legislation. This is by no means
an exhaustive list, and I’ve provided the bill numbers in case you would like to view the legislation.
All legislation may be accessed at www.legis.la.gov.
I look forward to concluding the session and returning to our beautiful Lake Vista neighborhood in District 94. During my
time in session, you may have met my aide William Rafferty at the April Lake Vista Property Owner’s Association meeting or
Non-Flood Assets committee meetings. He has been attending district events while I’ve been in session in Baton Rouge.
If you contact our district office, you’ll likely speak to William. Please use our office as a resource and reach out to us with
your comments, questions or concerns.
OUR DISTRICT OFFICE CONTACT INFORMATION:
Phone: (504) 885-4154 • Email: [email protected]
Fiscal Controls:
Real ID:
HB 216: Lowers the limit of required spending on art for public construction projects
HB702, SB 227: Louisiana residents will have the opportunity to
HB 454: Requires Joint Legislative Committee on Budget approval of any contract over $40,000 receive a REAL ID, compliant ID, or opt out and receive a non-compliant ID.
HB1120: Creates the Louisiana Tax Institute, an advisory body on tax related matters
Military:
HB 304: Veterans exempt from concealed carry permit fees
Elementary Education:
SB 432: Establishes the process for the transfer of Orleans Parish charter schools
HB 505: Property tax exemption for surviving spouses of a fallen
from the Recovery School District to the Orleans Parish School Board
military service member, Police officer or firemen
*constitutional amendment
TOPS:
SB 174: Locks the TOPS award rate and requires legislative approval to raise the award
Criminal Justice:
amount (eliminates the automatic award increase ties to tuition increase)
SB 324: “Raise the Age” legislation gives young offenders greater
SB 470: In years when TOPS is not fully funded, all awards will receive a pro rata reduction access to age appropriate services and placement options
Starting with 2020–2021 graduates, the GPA requirements will increase from a 3.0 to:
3.25 GPA for a Performance Award / 3.5 GPA for an Honors Award
Law Enforcement:
HB 953: Expands definition of hate crime as it applies to first responders
Abortion:
HB386, 1019: Establishes 72 hour waiting period prior to abortion
Drones:
HB 606: prohibits public funding for entities that perform abortions
HB 635: Adds unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to ways in which person
can be charged under voyeurism laws
Health:
SB 141: Adds UAS to the criminal trespass laws, prohibits operation of a
SB 291: Allows patient direct access to physical therapy without a physician referral
UAS over other person’s private property for purpose of conducting
HB 694: Requires insurance cover reconstructive surgeries following A mastectomy
surveillance
Family:
HB 1102: Sets the regulatory framework for contracts between parents and surrogates
Employment:
HB 350: Provides for removal of guardians who prevent communication with others without SB 49: Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget must approve executive
branch salary increases in the last 90 days of an administration.
a court order (elder isolation)
LAKE VISTA Beautification Update
Thank you to the many neighbors who are helping with Beautification this Spring, especially Garden Club!
We plan to finish three remaining projects in Summer:
ATT Station shrubbery, Electric Wall shrubbery, and Rail Street Crepes.
News will follow soon on our new Beautification Volunteer organization.
Budgets at OLD-NFAM remain unfunded so "project funding by residents" must continue.
While we get the above done, we begin to work on the foundation to save our Live Oaks.
Much more to follow soon!! Volunteer!! 504-616-3627 or [email protected].
-Milton Reese
SO, J.D., FAICP
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First Vice Presid
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MICHAEL D. MOFFITT
Second Vice President
STEVE VILLAVASO is city planner and a land use/zoning attorney specializing in
master plans, development codes and land use law with over forty- ve years of
experience. His rm is currently working on master plans and zoning projects across
the State of Louisiana. Steve is an Adjunct Professor at both the Department of
Planning and Urban Studies at the University of New Orleans and the School of Law
at Loyola University teaching Grant writing, Land Use and Zoning Law. Steve and his
wife, Gina, have lived on Beauregard Avenue for over thirty years.
WILLIAM BAROUSSE is serving his second year on the board and currently serves as
rst vice president and chair of the restrictions committee. William is a partner in the
law rm Gieger, Laborde & Laperouse, L.L.C. and lives with his wife, Erica, and son,
Peter, on Killdeer Street. William has always admired Lake Vista since rst visiting the
neighborhood about 15 years ago,was thrilled to move into the neighborhood 2013,
and looks forward to continuing to serve on the board and meeting more of his
neighbors.
MICHAEL MOFFITT has served for two years on the LVPOA Board. Previously he served
on boards of City Park, NOMA, VCPORA (Vieux Carré Property Owners) and several public
and private corporations. He retired to Lake Vista after nearly fty years as an executive,
entrepreneur and consultant in the printing, publishing and publishing technology
industries. In 2011 Michael and his wife Brenda built their home on Rail Street. In 2013
Michael published his second book, Granddad’s Dictionary. Michael and Brenda are
committed to working through the LVPOA to preserve the unique character and charm of
Lake Vista.Steve and his wife, Gina, have lived on Beauregard Avenue for over thirty years.
JOHN M. DAVIS, JR., SECRETARY and his wife, Dawn, moved to New Orleans, and Lake Vista, in 1984 with their two
little girls. “I had lived in New Orleans before, working with IBM. After several moves, I returned with a wife and kids. We
were lucky enough to nd Lake Vista. I liked it then but I like it even more today. Over the years I have been active in the
LVPOA. At one point, when we had a private patrol consisting of NOPD officers, I maintained the computer system that
was used to ask neighbors to contribute to the patrol fund to pay the officers. I also sent regular invoices to the
neighborhood asking for membership in LVPOA. the LVPOA data base we had was the basis for the last LVPOA directory
produced in 2002. I have also served as the LVPOA President for two different two-year terms. Lake Vista is a unique
subdivision and a very special place. A key reason is the existence of, and adherence to, our building restrictions. I have
been, and continue to be, a strong supporter of the restrictions!”
JENNIFER WARDEN HEBERT
Treasurer
JENNIFER WARDEN HEBERT has been a resident of Lake Vista since 2010 and lives on
Egret Street with her husband, A.J., and miniature schnauzer, Sadie. “I am an attorney
and practice law with my husband. When I’m not working, which is seldom, I like to go
scuba diving in the Caribbean. This is my third year on the LVPOA board, and I am
actively involved in the Lake Vista Garden Club and Lake Vista Women’s Club. I love the
beauty of our neighborhood and the great friends I have met through these
organizations. I look forward to working with the board members and residents to
increase our membership, keep our neighborhood safe and continue to make Lake
Vista the best neighborhood in the city.”
JULIAN “JAY” BAUDIER
Board Member At Large
TREY BECKETT
Board Member At Large
DR. CASEY C. GRIMM
Board Member At Large
MICHELLE LORUSSO
Board Member At Large
MILTON REESE
Board Member At Large
MONTE C. SHALETT
Board Member At Large
JULIAN "JAY" BAUDIER and his wife Charlene have lived on Oriole Street since May 22 , 1987.
The Baudiers have been members of the Lake Vista Property Owners Association for 29 years, and
Jay is a "chronic attendee" of the meetings. Jay is a member of the St. Pius X Men's Club. His wife
belongs to the Lake Vista Women's Club and The Lake Vista Garden Club. The Baudiers have just
adopted a new dog, and are back to taking long walks in the Lanes and Parks. Because of our
longevity and activity in the neighborhood, we know and are friends with many people in Lake
Vista. Jay is a self-employed practicing attorney. He is serving on the Board for the rst time , and is a
member of the Restrictions Committee. Jay would like to take this opportunity to encourage all of
his neighbors to join the Property Owner's Association , so everyone in the neighborhood will have
a voice in the well-being of Lake Vista .
TREY BECKETT is serving his rst year on the board and is a member on the
communications committee. Trey moved to Lake Vista seven years ago with his wife
Jennifer. They live on Killdeer Street with their dog, Willie and two cats, Tela and BB.
He currently works as an outside claims adjuster with Progressive Insurance. Living
in Lake Vista has been a dream come true. One look at the neighborhood was all it
took to realize this was home. Trey looks forward to serving as a board member and
seeing you in the park.
CASEY GRIMM joined the USAF. Trained as a Radio Communications Analyst he was stationed in Texas, Taiwan,
and Italy. He obtained a B.S. in chemistry from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and Va Tech in 1984, and a Ph.D. in
analytical chemistry from Florida State University in 1988. He served 2 years in a postdoctoral position at Oak Ridge
National Laboratory, where he developed software to perform imaging using advanced mass spectrometric
techniques. In 1990, he married Dr. Deborah Thomas, who also, is an analytical chemist. They relocated to New
Orleans. Casey took a position at the USDA’s Southern Regional Research Center and Deborah a Research Position at
Tulane University. They have a 13 year old daughter named Kaylor and a dog named Sue. Dr. Grimm has served on
the boards of several professional and private organizations such as the local section of the American Chemical
Society, The Institute of Food Technologists and the Corinthian Sailing Association. He and his family are avid sailors
and enjoy racing and cruising on Lake Pontchartrain and along the Northern Gulf Coast. “My goal on the LVPOA is to
maintain the ambiance of the beautiful parks and lanes that make Lake Vista a unique and wonderful place to live.”
MICHELLE LORUSSO is serving her rst year on the LVPOA board as an at large member.
She is anassociate nancial representative for Northwestern Mutual and has also enjoyed
participating in fundraising activities at Jesuit High School and St. Pius X as a parent
volunteer. Michelle and her husband, Nick, purchased their home on Robert E. Lee Blvd.
in July 2004. They completed renovations in January 2005 and moved in with their
children Nicholas, Sophia and Katherine. Michelle looks forward to working with the
board and her neighbors to continue the tradition of Lake Vista being a premier
neighborhood in New Orleans in which to live and raise a family.
MILTON REESE is a Farm boy met city gal at LSU Student Rodeo. She spoke a lot
about Lake Vista and St. Martin's School. It all sounded better than the farm.
We moved here in May1972. It was better than the farm but I still have it too!! Our
two children loved growing up here and bring our ve Grandchildren to visit often!
Keep Lake Vista the best that it can be by joining LVPOA and participating as
members. Your $50 dues support crime ghting, lights/signage, code enforcement
and beauti cation. Join now!
MONTE SHALETT is 67 and moved here in diapers. He attended kindergarten
upstairs where the LVPOA meets, and has lived in four houses here. In 1981, well after
school, he and his wife, Merit, moved back and raised their two sons in the same
house on Tern in which he grew up.
“I appreciate this unique neighborhood and want to protect the vision of the
planners, a vision that IS Lake Vista. As a new Board, and with your help, we’ll improve
and energize our Association. I urge you to join us!”
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PERMANENT CANAL CLOSURES & PUMPS
Orleans Avenue Canal PCCP Construction Update:
The pump station, generator building, and auxiliary building
are nearing completion. The next step is to construct the bypass
structure (gates) across the Orleans Avenue Canal and connect
this structure to the existing floodwall on the Canal’s East side.
Work on the East side of the canal along Marconi Drive (near
Stilt and Swan Streets) is necessary, and scheduled to occur
from Sept. through Dec. of this year. Residents along Marconi
Drive might experience an increase in construction activity;
however, most construction trucks will be accessing the
northern two blocks of Marconi via Lakeshore Drive in order to
reduce impact to residents. Dredging of the canal along with
excavation of the discharge for the pump stations will also
increase truck traffic entering and exiting Lakeshore Drive.
Finally, pile activities may occur after normal business hours on
occasion and as permitted by city’s noise ordinance.
Permanent Canal Closures and Pumps Overview:
The Permanent Canal Closures & Pumps (PCCP) will be
composed of permanent gated storm surge barriers and brick
facade pump stations near the lakefront. The pumps will move
rainwater out of the canals, around the gates and into Lake
Pontchartrain during a tropical weather event, and be equipped
with a stand-alone emergency power supply capacity so that it
can operate independently of any publically provided utility.
The entire PCCP project includes construction of three pump
stations, one at each of the three main outfall canals: Orleans
Avenue, London Avenue and 17 th Street Canals. When
complete, the PCCP at Orleans Avenue will consist of three 900
cfs (cubic feet per second) pumps and have a total pumping
capacity of 2,700 cfs; the PCCP at London Avenue will consist
of four 1,800 cfs pumps and two 900 cfs pumps and have a total
pumping capacity of 9,000 cfs; and the PCCP at 17th Street will
consist of six 1,800 cfs pumps and two 900 cfs pumps and have
a total pumping capacity of 12,600 cfs. Currently, the project is
at 97% design completion and 82% construction procurement
completion. Anticipated substantial construction completion of
the entire project is 2017.
For more info, sign up for the PCCP newsletter:
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Contact our Construction Impact Hotline with constructionrelated issues or concerns: (877) 427-0345
Attend a Construction Update Meeting:
Meetings are held on a quarterly basis. The next Construction
Update Meeting is on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 6:00
p.m., and will take place at the Orleans PCCP Project Trailers
located at the intersection of Marconi Drive and Snipe Street.
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WILLIAM BAROUSSE, FIRST VICE PRESIDENT
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JOHN M. DAVIS, JR., SECRETARY
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JENNIFER WARDEN HERBERT, TREASURER
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JAY BAUDIER, BOARD AT LARGE
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