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In This Issue
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1. Denham Springs Wins
2. Sanctuary Park Dedication
3. Kidz Korner Grand Opening
4. Albertson's Hiring
5. Mayor's Musing
6. Your City in Action
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Mayor's Musing:
Welcome to the inaugural issue of the Denham Springs digital newsletter. Each edition of “Denham Springs – At Your Service” will bring you the latest news and upcoming events. There are many wonderful things happening in our city and we are excited to now be able to communicate with you through diverse media.
If you haven’t yet “Liked” us on Facebook, please go to our new “City of Denham Springs” page. And for the “Twitter” generation, you can follow us there also.
With a resident email database, we can now disseminate emergency communications and breaking news items in a more direct and expedient manner. Please tell your family, friends and neighbors to sign up today.
We are excited about these additional
ways your city government is working hard to serve you.
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On the Streets: DS in the D.C.
The Mayor, members of his administration and City Council recently returned from a trip to Washington D.C.
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The third annual Bella Notte Gala was recently held at Greystone Golf and Country Club. Special Guest was Donna Britt, Celebrity Servers included Denham Springs Council members Annie Fugler and John Wascom. The nights festivities are to benefit the American Cancer Society.
On the Calendar:
April 4-30: Art Exhibit
April 25: City Council Meeting
April 27: Chamber Luncheon
April 30: Spring Festival
April 30: Pets on Parade
May 4: Cleanest City State Judging
May 4: Republican Women Meets
May 5: Mayor's Prayer Breakfast
May 6: Relay for Life
May 6: Conservation Banquet
May 6: Girls Night Out
May 10: Pilot Club
May 10: City Council Meeting
May 23: City Council Meeting
May 28: Red, White & Denham
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Denham Springs wins Cleanest City.
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Judges from the Louisiana Federation of Garden Clubs awarded Cleanest City, District 6 to Denham Springs. The City was judged on appearance of public property and residential areas as well as churches and schools.
The City would like to thank all the volunteers who helped prepare for the contest by removing litter. We would also like to express gratitude to the community partners including: Denham Springs Police Department, Marshal's Office, West Livingston Kiwanis Club, Denham Springs Garden Club, Keep Livingston Beautiful, Wal-Mart, Waste Management, Southside Elementary, Denham Springs High School, Ripple Chiropractic, Community Christian Academy, Livingston Parish News, Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce, Livingston Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau, and local residents and churches |
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Sanctuary Park Dedication at Old City Hall.
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Old City Hall on Mattie Street is the location of the City's newest park: Sanctuary Park. The Denham Springs Main Street Commission hosted a dedication of the park on April 6.
The park began as a Main Street project but soon evolved into a City-wide effort as businesses and other organizations contributed. Lush flowerbeds were designed by Danny Clement. Meandering flagstone pavers lead from area to area. The park is surrounded by a wrought iron fence and lighted by replica streetlights.
The dedication ceremony included installation of the park dedication poem "My Outdoor Sanctuary" written by Helen Wale Turner:
Within this little park, tranquility reigns.
From a bench, I watch as
butterflies flit about and pause
to choose their next drink of
nectar.
The damp grass shimmers
in dappled sunshine while
songbirds warble in the tall
oak’s treetop.
The cool breath of spring
stirs the leaves and refreshes
my weary soul.
I cherish this peace and
quiet, interrupted only by a
bird’s splashing bath.
I linger for as long as I can
at this oasis in the midst of city
bustle.
Reluctantly I leave, but will
return eagerly and often to this
outdoor retreat, this sanctuary.
Following the dedication ceremony, attendees enjoyed refreshments in the park. The public is invited to visit Old City Hall and Sanctuary Park. |
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Kidz Korner Grand Opening .
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The Pilot Club Foundation and the City of Denham Springs held a grand opening celebration on Saturday, March 19 for the new Kidz Korner Playland.
Kidz Korner is one of only four handicapped children's parks in Louisiana. The park was designed and built to be totally accessible for children with special needs.
The City hopes that this unique oasis, through the spirit of inclusion, will allow children of all abilities to play, learn and share experiences together.
The long-awaited park was a project of the Denham Springs Pilot Club Foundation, which formed a cooperative endeavor with the City of Denham Springs to build the project.
The Pilot Club thanks the many generous donors and volunteers who have shared in making this dream come true for our children. Kidz Korner Playland could not have become a reality without the generosity of local businesses and individuals who became partners in this project, as well as the endless hours of work performed by Pilot Club members and their families, local residents, school and religious groups and civic organizations.
For more information, contact Terri at 225-202-6160 / terriborde@att.net or Sybil at 225-573-9633 / wallends@bellsouth.net. |
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City Jobs: Albertson's.
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Albertson's is opening their new location in Denham Springs May 4. Located at 402 S. Range Avenue, they are hiring all positions. To apply, register and apply on-line through Louisiana Workforce Commission at www.laworks.net. On the main page, click on “Find a Job”. “Area Type” click “City”
Under “City” type “Denham Springs". Click “Search” for all not just Albertson’s.
For Albertson’s, after Search page loads, at bottom click “?Change job search criteria” and top of new page, click ”Job Search by Employer.” Scroll to "Search for employers by first letter”, click 'A' & Albertson’s LLC.
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