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HEALTH & FITNESS Who’s Taking Control of Your Oral Health? ..................7 Libido and the Role of Testosterone ........................... 12 Vision Development in Children................................... 15 Staph Education and Prevention.................................. 22 Can Men Have “Girly Knees?” ......................................... 31

BEAUTY & STYLE Cancer Survivors and Their Bodies .............................. 19 Fashion Editor’s Picks ........................................................ 24 Shopping Scene.................................................................. 36 Photo by Steve Randon

LIFESTYLE & LEISURE Rice is Nice ............................................................................ 10 Enhancing Self Esteem ..................................................... 27

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Good Manners ..................................................................... 36

COMMUNITY The Great Pumpkin Recipe Contest ...............................6 Charter HERO Award Winner ............................................7

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Business Profile: Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt............ 11

On the Cover

Business Profile: Louisiana Children’s Discovery Center........................ 23

Shop-to-Stop

Hammond—A Historic Hometown

Egan-Bundrick—A Wedding to Remember ............. 18

Business Profile: Charter Business ................................ 26 Hammond—A Historic Hometown ............................. 29

ENTERPRISING WOMAN

Calendar................................................................................. 32

Nita Hutter, State Representative— Deeply Rooted Service to Others ................................. 20

Successful Completion of Erosion Deterrent Project ................................................................ 34

SENIOR LIVING

Make Your Vote Count ...................................................... 34

Business Profile: Regency Hospital .............................. 16

The Many Benefits of the Chamber ............................. 34

The New Senior ................................................................... 17

Around Town........................................................................ 35

FINANCIAL

Slidell Economic Development (SEDA) ...................... 38

Annual Gift Tax Exclusion ................................................ 13

Investing in Covington ..................................................... 38

Put Your Money Where Your Heart Is .......................... 31

The Adventures of Flat Bill .............................................. 38

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The Great Pumpkin Recipe Contest Sophisticated Woman’s Great Pumpkin recipe contest is back! We know the Northshore is teeming with creative home chefs who know a thing or two about turning this basic gourd-like vegetable into delightful fall fare. So, send us your best holiday pumpkin recipe—but not pie. Make our mouths water with anticipation and win cooking classes for two with our own Chef Paul Cimino to be held at Simplee Gourmet in Covington. Log on to sophisticatedwoman.com for complete rules and to submit your winning entry.

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OVER THE YEARS many patients have commented that their dental care is tied directly to their insurance benefits. Many do not see a dentist for years unless they change to a job where dental benefits are offered. For many, dental insurance is the extent of their dental budget. Long term oral health varies greatly for many of the patients we see. Is it luck? Is it strong teeth? Is it the dental insurance? Is it the home care? Who is in control?

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For many patients, dental care becomes a Laurel Upton has already blazed quite a trail in reactive experience. The patient may have her high school career. As a senior at Fontainebleau pain which prompts a visit to the dentist. For High School (FHS), Laurel is a member of the others their dental care may be dictated by National Honor Society, maintains a 4.0 average, their dental benefits. As many have discovand she is currently enrolled in college credit ered this “dental insurance” leaves a lot to courses. She is heavily involved with mentoring be desired. Often, the only true winner is the activities like the Bulldog Buddies and Top Dog/ insurance company. Little Dog, as well as a founding member of Secrets The patients I have seen who appear to of the YaYa SENIORhood. She is active in her church be the healthiest are the patients who have Colors represented on this proof are an approximation of actual on printed material. and has participated a mission trip. Laurel ThisThese ad mayare not be used without permission from G&A Publishing. Failure to acknowledge or return this proof will not alter contract obligations. taken control of their oral health. maintains two part-time jobs. She is an avid soccer the patients who initially receive a complayer, on both the FHS varsity soccer team and prehensive exam, full sets of x-rays, digital with the Mandeville Soccer Club. photographs and a follow up consultation. Laurel plans on a college career at Louisiana State The dentist and the patient together lay out University after high school. “I am undecided on a long-range plan. The focus is usually on the exactly which career path I will follow, but I have underlying reasons the mouth is breaking always loved animals, the arts and sports, so there down and aging. Patient education empowers are many possibilities,” she says. We wish Laurel all the patient to take control. The patient can the best in her senior year and congratulate her as then take this treatment plan and incorpoour October Charter Business HERO Award winner. Laurel Upton with Shelly King of Charter Business. rate it into something that will fit into their budget. For many, just stabilizing the deterioration can be a life changing event. Provided Tell us why there is a HERO—Helpfully and Eagerly Reaching Out—in your life. Call D with the right information and choices, the Mand Nominations should be submitted as a short story to SophisticatedWoman.com or mailed to 409 W. 21st patient will ultimately be the winner. Excell

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Sh p-to-Stop Breast Cancer 2011 WE WANT TO recognize our advertisers who willingly participate in Shop-to-Stop, make generous donations and participate in fund-raising events for cancer research. Thank you all for your generosity.

• Fight Like a Girl at Lakeview Regional Hospital. $50 digital screening mammograms throughout the month of October. • Dr. Robert Benson and staff. Employees of Dr. Benson’s have teamed up for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. “The Benson Curette’s” hope to raise $4000. • Fairway Medical Surgical Hospital. Last year employees raised $5,000 for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. This year they hope to surpass that amount. • Have a Pink Party at St. Tammany Parish Hospital (STPH) throughout the month of October. Reserve a sitting room, invite your girlfriends, and enjoy complimentary refreshments all while you wait to get your annual screening mammogram.

From Physician to Cancer Patient DR. KIMBERLY ALLISON, author of the new memoir, Red Sunshine, felt the full force of breast cancer’s stark irony when as a breast pathologist and young mother, she delivered her own breast biopsy slide to the lab for diagnostics. Within one day, a stage three cancer diagnosis became the beginning of a new and unexpected chapter in her life. Red Sunshine recounts Kim’s one year journey from nursing her eight month old son before cancer crept into her life, through treatments, surgery, radiation and finally her one-year anniversary when she is cancer free. She was kind enough to make time to offer advice as both a pathologist and a cancer patient to Sophisticated Woman readers. “Be good to yourself,” she says. “That means taking care of yourself both mentally and physically. Get your annual mammogram. Be aware of changes in your breasts. Be your own best advocate.” According to Kim, in any medical crisis, women can take charge of their own health and medical care through simple steps. “Educate yourself on your options. Ask questions. Never leave yourself in the dark,” she says. For the woman with a newly diagnosed case of breast cancer, the path to a treatment plan begins with an accurate pathology report. “Ask if the diagnosis was made by a pathologist experienced in breast pathology. Because many aspects of your treatment will be based on the details of the pathology, it can pay to get a second pathology opinion.” And finally get on the same page with your physician. “Ask about your treatment options. What are the pluses and minuses of these choices? Ask how your care will be coordinated. What types of doctors will be involved in your treatment (surgeon, oncologist, radiation oncologist, plastic surgeon)—and will they be discussing your case together so they can coordinate your treatment plan?” Most importantly—live. “Believe in yourself and your treatment. Keep LIVING! Whether your prognosis is excellent or guarded—you are here today and very much alive.” Visit www.sophisticatedwoman.com for a complete transcript of questions and answers with Dr. Kim Allison. To read more about Kim’s story visit www.redsunshine.org.

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While others made a ripple, Nita Hutter was making waves. She authored legislation that toughened penalties for domestic violence. She passed laws cracking down on pain management clinics that were feeding addictions. She pushed legislation that gave tax credits to Louisiana’s ports, leading to expansion and creating jobs. She streamlined state education, making it easier for students to take online courses and transfer credits. She rose to the chairmanship of the powerful House Transportation Committee, steering millions of dollars to needed projects on both sides of Lake Pontchartrain. She was elected a historic five times to chair the Women’s Caucus. Then, Hurricane Katrina. “Like many, I saw entire neighborhoods washed away,” she said. “I was in the Parish Government Complex when the storm hit and was there for the aftermath that left us flooded and without help for days.” Also like many, Hutter became the victim of unscrupulous contractors. She lived in a trailer for five years, and today is finally seeing her home nearing completion. “I had a job to do,” she said. “My responsibility was to fight for the people I represent—to make sure they were able to get home, stay home and rebuild their lives. I needed to fight for the restoration of local healthcare—which is still an ongoing battle. I needed to be there for the people I had sworn to serve.” That service earned her accolades as the Alliance for Good Government’s Legislator of the Year and the Business and Professional Women’s Woman of the Year. As she finishes the rebuilding of her house so she, too, can finally be home, Nita is still putting others first. She could easily walk away from the responsibilities of public service and focus on her career and her family. Instead, once again, the public has asked her to serve them and she is running for state Senate in District 1, which serves voters in St. Tammany, Plaquemines, St. Bernard and Orleans Parishes. It’s a challenging move. House districts include about 45,000 people; Senate districts are nearly three times that size. “I’ve never shirked a challenge, and I believe the voters are more interested in my record than my address,” Hutter said. “Bobby Jindal represented the Northshore in the House while living in Kenner. Steve Scalise serves St. Tammany and lives in Metairie. John Hainkel represented the Northshore while living in Uptown New Orleans. It’s not about where you’re from. It’s about where your heart is, and my heart is in service.” If birthplace does play a role, many of Hutter’s former constituents moved to the Northshore after Katrina, and many of her family and neighbors came north even earlier. She’s not a stranger. “It was initially people on the Northshore who encouraged me to seek the Senate seat,” Hutter said. “At the end of the day, I need to know I did my best—not as a candidate and not as a ‘politician,’ but as a public servant. That’s what I’ve done and that’s what I’ll continue to do.” Follow Nita on the web at www.NitaHutter.com.

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Color forecasters such as Pantone report that strong contrast is prevalent. Designers are combining bright hues with neutral tones. As far as texture goes, you’ll see a lot of lace and touches of leather. And for silhouette, the pant leg is going to extremes from long and super wide leg openings, to slimmer and shorter looks.

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IF YOU SPEND any time standing on the sidewalk at the intersection of Thomas Street (U.S. Highway 190) and Railroad Avenue (Business U.S. Highway. 51)—in the middle of downtown Hammond—the first thing you’ll notice is the amount of cars and trucks that drive by. And yet, you’ll contrast the flow of people and traffic with the scene of beautiful tree-lined sidewalks, historic buildings of all shapes and sizes, and community pride spelled out in all the window signs supporting our beloved hometown teams (including a major state university), cultural event advertisements, and endless variety of locally-owned shops and restaurants. In short, Hammond’s pride and unique character are found in the dedication of the people who care for, and contribute to, our businesses, culture and history. They are what create this eclectic mix, this true “gumbo” of a town we call home. Hammond became a state Main Street community in 1984 and immediately hit the ground running. Partnerships between public and private groups, as well as businesses and residents, has produced an exemplary character and successful development for Louisiana’s Main Street communities. Back then—and still today—residents proposed little change to the historic beauty of downtown Hammond. The challenge became one

of preservation and enhancement, by instilling a greater sense of pride in and connection to the downtown community, as well as bringing in new and promising business opportunities. The people responded in miraculous ways. With the establishment of a Downtown Development District Authority and partnerships with many—and often times all—of the local merchants, Hammond has been deemed a Louisiana Cultural District, named one of Louisiana’s Cleanest Cities five years in a row, and has enjoyed acclaim from national and international visitors, organizations and awards. Starry November Night is Hammond’s pride and joy of family events, complete with real snow, pictures with Santa, music— including the U.S. Navy band—star-gazing, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a plethora of shopping deals and steals. As the arts have become a central focus for new businesses and community organizations, the Columbia Theater and Hammond Regional Arts Center are leading the way with the Lunch Lecture series, Art in the Park, Music in the Park and live performances that run the spectrum from Boys II Men to The Music Man. Current projects in the works include the Hammond Pavilion—a state-of-the-art cultural events center available for many events,

including our twice-monthly Hammond Farmers’ Market. Also, a possible trail-to-rail system called Tangi Trail that would run the length of Tangipahoa Parish and straight through the middle of Downtown Hammond, as well as immense growth and unique possibilities offered by our proud Southeastern Louisiana University community. With so much to do and such a bustling commercial district, it’s amazing Hammond still feels like the vibrant, historic and colorful downtown it has always been. The people are the same—vibrant, enthusiastic and proud. This is what keeps old friends around downtown and entices newcomers to share in, and contribute to our beauty and culture.

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Sunset Sundays. Free Concert Series. Sundays, 4:30 p.m., Mandeville Trailhead Ampitheater, 675 Laﬁtte St., Mandeville, 985-624-3147, www.cityofmandeville.com. October 2, Don Vappie & The Creole Serenaders. October 23, Burgundy. October 30, Swing-A-Roux.

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Every Wednesday in October. Rockin’ the Rails Concert Series. 5–7 p.m., Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, 985-892-1873, www.cityofcovingtonla.com.

3rd Annual Keep Slidell Beautiful Golf Tournament. 11 a.m., Pinewood Country Club, 405 Country Club Blvd., Slidell, 985-646-4381, www.keepslidellbeautiful.org.

Jumpstart’s Read for the Record. 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Tammany Trace Trailhead, 21490 Koop Dr., Mandeville, 504-908-7630, www.jstart.org.

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“411 on the 911” Breakfast with guest speaker Sheriﬀ Jack Strain. 7:45–9 a.m., Pinewood Country Club, 405 Country Club Blvd., Slidell, 985-643-5678, info@estchamber.com. St. Scholastica Academy’s 13th Annual Dove Classic Golf Tournament. 8:30 a.m., Tchefuncta Country Club, 2 Country Club Park, Covington, 985-892-2540 ext 108.

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october 1–22 Michael Reed’s Show. Mon–Fri. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–12 p.m., DuBuisson Gallery, Robert Street, Olde Towne Slidell, 985-649-0555, www.dubuissongallery.com.

october 1 Folsom Village Market. 8 a.m.–1 p.m., 82378 June St., Folsom, 985-796-5607. The Cultural Alliance of the Americas “Louisiana Swing” concert. 7 p.m., Abita Town Hall, 22161 Level St., Abita Springs, 985-635-4977, www.capta.org. Girl Scouts Engineering Everything Day. 10 a.m.–12 p.m., Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum, 133 Mabel Dr., Madisonville, 985-845-9200, www.lpbmm.org.

october 1–31 2nd Annual NOMA Exhibit. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., St. Tammany Art Association, 320 N.Columbia St., Covington, 985-892-8650, www.sttammanyartassociation.org.

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The City of Slidell’s Bayou Jam Fall Concert Series featuring Bobby Ohler and the Harbor Band. 5:30–7:30 p.m., Heritage Park, 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell, 985-646-4375, www.slidell.la.us.

Mornings at Seven. Slidell Little Theatre, call for show times, 2024 Nellie Dr., Slidell, 985-641-0324, www.slidelllittletheatre.org.

october 8 Berry Patch Quilt & Art Expo. 9 a.m., Historic Downtown Ponchatoula, 225-667-5634, dmmollere@yahoo.com.

october 8–9 Slidell Newcomers Craft Show. Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Northshore Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, 985-641-2021, www.northshoreharborcenter.com.

october 9 Sunset Symphony on the Lake: An Evening with the LPO featuring the Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra (GNOYO). 3:30 p.m., Mandeville Trailhead Ampitheater, 675 Lafitte St., Mandeville, 985-624-3147, www.cityofmandeville.com. 2011 Gourmet Gala to benefit K-Bar-B Youth Home and Homeless Outreach for Youth in St. Tammany (HOYST). Patron party, 5:30 p.m., general admission, 6:30 p.m., 31294 Hwy. 190, Lacombe, 985-641-1425, www.kbarb.com. The Garden Party at Summergrove Farm benefitting New Heights Therapy. 1–5 p.m., Summergrove Farm, 18379 Hwy.40, Covington, 985-796-3677, kelly_newheights@bellsouth.net.

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Northshore Rising Professionals October meeting. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Southeastern Louisiana University– St. Tammany Center, 21454 Koop Dr., Mandeville, 985-892-3216, info@sttammanychamber.org.

3rd Annual Tangi & St. Helena Night Out Against Crime. 4–8 p.m., Memorial Park, Ponchatoula, tangicrimestoppers@gmail.com.

Dynamic and Inspirational Women’s Event Luncheon. 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Benedict’s Plantation, 1144 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985-892-4945.

Festa dei Film Italiani. 5:30–7:30 p.m., St. Tammany Parish Library Causeway Branch, 3457 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, 985-626-9779, www.sttammanylib.la.us.

St. Tammany Humane Society’s “Yappy Hour-Social Hour for Dogs and Their Owners.” 6:30–8:30 p.m.,

St. Paul’s Jazz ‘N Roll. 5–9 p.m., St. Paul’s School, 917 S. Jahncke Ave., Covington, 985-892-3200, ext. 1270.

Columbia Street Tap Room and Grill, 434 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-892-PETS x103, www.sthumane.org.

october 14 13th Annual East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic. 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Oak Harbor Golf Club, 201 Oak Harbor Blvd., Slidell, 985-643-5678, info@estchamber.com.

october 15 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. 7:30 a.m., New Orleans City Park–Roosevelt Mall, behind Tad Gormley Stadium, New Orleans, 504-833-4024, www.MakingStridesNewOrleans.org.

october 15 21st Annual Fall for Art. 6–9 p.m., Historic Downtown Covington, 985-892-8650, www.sttammanyartassociation.org. Party in the Pits BBQ contest. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Ponchatoula Memorial Park, 985-320-1197, cajun.cook@yahoo.com.

october 15–16 Madisonville Wooden Boat Festival. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. LPB Maritime Museum, 133 Mabel Dr., Madisonville, 985-845-9200, www.lpbmm.org.

october 16 The City of Slidell’s Bayou Jam Double Header featuring Lauren Turner. 5:30–7:30 p.m. U.S. Air Force Academy Band Falconaires big band jazz band, 7:30–9 p.m., Heritage Park, 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell, 985-646-4375, www.slidell.la.us.

october 17 Disability Job Fair (Tangipahoa, St. Tammany, Washington, and St. Bernard Parishes). 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Northshore Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, david@kiisacorporation.com, www.work-pays.org.

october 18 SBAC Seminar–Search engine optimization with speaker Will Scott. 7:30–9 a.m., Southeastern Louisiana University– St. Tammany Center, 21454 Koop Dr., Mandeville, 985-892-3216, info@sttammanychamber.org.

october 19 Athena Award Luncheon. 11:30 a.m., Pinewood Country Club, 405 Country Club Blvd., Slidell, 985-643-5678, info@estchamber.com.

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Mystic Masquerade benefitting the SMH Parenting Center. 8 p.m.–12 a.m., Ohana Pier, 1321 Gause Blvd, Suite 3, Slidell, 985-649-8820, www.smhfdn.org.

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October 20 Women of Infinite Possibilities monthly meeting. 10 a.m.–12 p.m., Christwood Retirement Center, 100 Christwood Blvd., Covington, 985-264-0576, www.wipgroup.org.

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Howl-o-Ween Pawtay to Benefit St. Tammany Professional Women of St. Tammany Annual Woman Humane Society. 12–3 p.m., Times Grill, 1896 N. of the Year Banquet. 6:30–9:30 p.m., Benedict’s Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985-892-PETS x 103, Date ________________________________________________ Plantation, 1144 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, Susie@sthumane.org. www.pw-st.org. Northshore Area Board of Realtors 4th Annual Chili October 21 Challenge. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Mandeville Lakefront, Women’s Health Day at Lakeview. 12–4 p.m., Women’s 985-867-2639 or 985-966-1664. Center for Wellness at Lakeview Regional Medical Monster Mash Fun Fall Family Festival. Center, 95 Judge Tanner Dr., Covington, 985-867-4172, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Bogue Falaya Park, 100 Park Dr., www.lakeviewregional.com. Covington, 985-898-4435, www.stph.org/monstermash. Knights of Columbus Council Annual Charity Golf Joie de Vie–Passport to Promise. Dinner, auction Tournament. 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Oak Harbor Golf Club, and fundraiser. 7–10 p.m., Northlake Christian School, 201 Oak Harbor Blvd., Slidell, 985-643-5678, 70104 Wolverine Dr., Covington, 985-635-0508, info@estchamber.com. www.ncsjoiedevie.com.

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Abita River Chili Cook Off. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Abita Springs Park, Abita Springs, eddie@stpgov.org, www.abitariverchilicookoff.com.

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Slidell Fall Antique Street Fair. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Olde Towne Slidell on First, Second and Erlanger streets. mrrogersssss@yahoo.com, www.slidellantiques.

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October 30 The City of Slidell’s Bayou Jam Fall Concert Series Halloween Bash featuring Vince Vance and the Valiants. 5:30–7:30 p.m., Heritage Park, 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell, Colors represented on this proof are an approximation of actual printed material. 985-646-4375, www.slidell.la.us.

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15th Annual Harvest Cup Polo Classic. 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Leah Farm of Louisiana, 16191 Hwy 40, Folsom, 985-892-5258, www.jlgc.net.

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WRITTEN BY FREDDY DRENNAN, MAYOR OF SLIDELL

THE CITY OF SLIDELL recently completed a project to help deter erosion along the W-14 Canal. The city constructed a box culvert to the affected section of the canal, approximately 300 feet between Gause Boulevard and Florida Avenue. The erosion caused one of Slidell Memorial Hospital’s (SMH) buildings to partially cave in. While the box culvert was necessary to address the erosion problem, an added benefit is that SMH will be able to use that area for parking. Construction of the project began in May 2010. Richard C. Lambert Consultants provided the design and construction engineering. J.V. Burkes and Associates surveyed the site and Fleming Construction oversaw the construction. The final cost of the project

was $1,716,186 which was reimbursed by the State of Louisiana through a capital outlay grant, facilitated by Councilman Sam Caruso, District E. Councilman Caruso was integral in securing funding for this project through the state, and I would like to thank him for his diligent work. We are fortunate that funding for this project was available. We have not lost sight of the fact that much of the city’s infrastructure is aging, and we will continue to face unexpected problems. We will work diligently to minimize the costs and secure additional funding when available, but there may be times such funding is not available. This is why it’s so important that we build a reserve in our budget. We have to plan ahead.

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Make Your Vote Count

WRITTEN BY DONALD VILLERE, MAYOR OF MANDEVILLE

ON OCTOBER 22, Mandeville residents will be asked to go to the polls to renew a police millage that was passed ten years ago. The proposition is broken down to two millages which total 8.6 mills. This money represents 26 percent of the police department budget and helps to fund salaries and operations. It is a renewal of the same millage we have had for ten years. Our department has done a tremendous job. Our officers are top notch, and continue to obtain certifications in specialized techniques. The department is up to date in technology and remains proactive in fighting crime. They play a large part in maintaining the quality of life we all cherish. The Mandeville Police Department also plays a role in keeping school children safe by enforcing area school

zones. They have recently stepped up neighborhood patrols in an effort to curb speeding within subdivisions. The department plays an integral part in the many public entertainment events the city is able to offer. The fall is especially active with events like Sunset Symphony on the Lake and Sunset Sundays. These events are all in full swing and could not proceed without the cooperation and dedication of our outstanding police force. So, when you vote on October 22, please keep in mind that the millage renewal on the ballot is not an increase, but merely represents a continuation of the stellar services already in place, provided daily by your Mandeville Police Department.

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The Many Benefits of the Chamber

WRITTEN BY LACEY TOLEDANO, WEST ST. TAMMANY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT

FALL BRINGS A renewed sense of energy and awareness of the benefits of Chamber membership. Chamber committee members work together with our staff to provide an array of opportunities for business owners to market, network, or learn. All of these are designed to help members grow and succeed. Attendance has been high at our bi-monthly sessions of Member Orientation, which is not just for new members. It is a networking opportunity for longtime, new and prospective members, as well as an information session on membership benefits and opportunities to get involved. In alternate months Business to Business (B2B) roundtables are held. Smart small business owners know the best way to make things happen in their business is to network, make one on

one contact, and tell potential customers about their products or services. Among our most active committees is our Small Business Advisory Council, which offers monthly seminars at 8 a.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at the Southeastern University Center on Koop Drive. The October topic is Search Engine Optimization-Making Your Website Easier to Find. November’s topic will be Creating an Effective Business Budget/Business Plan. Join us for Speed dating for business on October 5. It is fun and effective. We request reservations for each event mentioned here. For more information about any of our committees, issues, events or programs, or if you are interested in becoming a member of our chamber, call 985-892-3216 or visit www.sttammanychamber.org.

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1| On August 20, the Lakeview Regional Medical Center Team participated in the Heroes for Habitat 5k & Fun Run. Participants included: Rivers Ogden, Andrew Melvin, Matthew Melvin and Justice Groom.

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Slidell Economic Development Alliance (SEDA)

WRITTEN BY DAWN SHARPE-BRACKETT, EAST ST. TAMMANY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CEO

CITY OF SLIDELL MAYOR, Freddy Drennan has appointed 13 business and community leaders to form the Slidell Economic Development Alliance (SEDA). SEDA is an advisory group formed to coordinate and support the goals and recommendations by the “Louisiana Development Ready Communities Pilot Program,” adopted by the Slidell City Council in 2010. This collaborative project has provided the customized support for economic growth to prepare Slidell to effectively compete with out-of-state communities for jobs, business development and capital investment. Planned Action Steps have several areas including education and workforce, and leadership development among others. Infrastructure, for example, includes working with the St. Tammany Economic Development

Foundation to develop adequate sites for a business park and creating attractive access entryways to the city. Working with the city to institute a concierge, business-friendly process for new or expanding businesses in the community is also on tap as well as solving transportation issues. Marketing and communications will include steps to promote activities within the community and to reach out to surrounding markets. Quality of life will include promoting low crime and attracting businesses to the Olde Towne area. It will also include, creating a recreational department without negatively impacting the existing parks, enhancing cultural opportunities, and working on the overall improvement of the environmental and aesthetic quality of life.

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Investing in Covington

WRITTEN BY MIKE COOPER, MAYOR OF COVINGTON

ONE OF THE PRESSING responsibilities I have had since taking office, is evaluating all city departments in preparation for formulating next year’s operating and capital budget. In the 2012 budget submitted to the city council for review, my goal was to streamline services, promote cost efficiency and eliminate unnecessary expenses. I have cut several vacant positions in various departments, shifted job responsibilities, and eliminated funding for the purchase of new city vehicles next year. With these realized savings and a projected increase in sales tax revenue, I proposed to incorporate projects and improvements into the 2012 budget which promote economic growth in our city. Improving deteriorating streets in our downtown is a top priority. The budget

includes funding to mill and resurface most, if not all, of the streets in our CBD. Paying special attention to streets, sidewalks and infrastructure will ensure the retention of existing businesses and encourage new economic development in Covington. It is important that we invest in the enhancement of our city. We want visitors to recognize the beauty of Covington from the moment they enter downtown. The budget ensures that citizens’ tax dollars are conscientiously spent on projects that better our community, including improvements to streets, sidewalks, and recreational facilities and programs. Under this budget, residents can expect to see improvements in water, sewage and drainage systems, and measures will be taken to improve traffic flow and transportation routes.

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The Adventures of Flat Bill

WRITTEN BY LIZ ANDERSON PONCHATOULA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN in your life, you may have heard of The Adventures of Flat Stanley, the amazing flat boy who “can slip under doors, fly like a kite, and best of all, travel by mail” from one classroom to all parts of the world. Today we’re going to follow “The Adventures of Flat Bill,” a dollar spent locally in Ponchatoula. A local customer put Flat Bill into Heidi the Hairdresser’s tip jar at the corner beauty salon. Every afternoon around two o’clock, Heidi takes a dollar from her jar and crosses the street to purchase her afternoon grande-sized cup of strong, hot java. From there, Flat Bill, was used to pay local student, Barbara the Barrister’s salary. Barbara had a hot date with the

SLU quarterback that night, and used Flat Bill, to purchase mascara at the family-owned drug store down the block. Doug the Drugstore owner used Flat Bill to take his sick germ-infested daughter, Dolores to the town’s general practitioner. Dr. Dogood placed Flat Bill in the collection basket at his church, which ultimately donated the money to the local food bank. The food bank used Flat Bill to help purchase peanut butter for the Farris family, known for their six mischievous children. Flat Bill took a wild ride through the local economy. What is the lesson to be learned from Flat Bill’s escapade—buy local, Ponchatoula!

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