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Axios
26-06-2025
- General
- Axios
Renderings: New Orleans City Park's $400 million plan
New Orleans City Park unveiled a master plan Wednesday that will take the city's largest public space into the next two decades. Why it matters: It could take up to $400 million to implement, says City Park Conservancy president and CEO Rebecca Dietz. The big picture: Many of the projects focus on making the park easier to use while adding access to nature. Some of the big ideas... 💦 Skim pool: A very shallow water feature with misters where children and families can play. 🧺 Amenity center: An elevated and covered treehouse that can be used for gatherings and as an event space. ✨ Artistic light installations: Adding lights under the overpasses to make them safer and more of an attraction. 🛝 Children's nature play area: A new playground with a sandpit, misters, logs and natural elements. 🚲 Pedestrian plaza: This would partially convert the traffic circle around NOMA into a pedestrian plaza and biking/walking path. 🛹 Wheel park for skateboarders, BMX bikers and roller skaters. 🌳 Better walking trails, scenic overlooks, lagoon crossovers and improved outdoor gathering spaces. Zoom in: The plan is going to take years to implement, Dietz told the crowd gathered at Wednesday's unveiling. The park is starting now with fixing bathrooms, water fountains, sidewalks and sewer lines. Other priorities include improving way-finding signage and developing test plots for native plants. Zoom out: Park leaders have already started applying for grants to fund the plan. They are pursuing state and federal money but will rely heavily on grants from private foundations and donors, Dietz said. The park also plans to launch a fundraising campaign. Catch up quick: The City Park Conservancy, the nonprofit that began managing the park in the 2022, is creating a roadmap for the next 20 to 25 years. The last plan, approved after Hurricane Katrina's devastation in 2005, focused on the southern half of the 1,300-acre park. This one focuses on the northern half: Couturie Forest, the former golf courses, the lagoons and the acreage on the lakeside of Interstate 610. The process started in 2023 and was expected to finish last year. Yes, but: The planning was put on hold after pushback over the future of Grow Dat Youth Farm. Grow Dat and the park eventually reached a long-term agreement, and the park scrapped plans to relocate the youth farm to make room for a new road. City Park then rebooted its planning process with more voices involved, including Grow Dat staffers and a youth committee. The ideas in the new master plan came from a series of community meetings with hundreds of attendees. What's next: The two boards that govern the park will vote on the plan at their August meetings.
CBS News
19-06-2025
- CBS News
Pittsburg police seek suspect caught on video vandalizing patrol vehicles
Police in the East Bay community of Pittsburg are seeking a man captured on video vandalizing several patrol vehicles in the parking lot of their station. The department posted video on social media of the incident, which took place shortly before 5:30 p.m. According to officers, a male suspect was seen riding his bicycle from Power Avenue to the rear lot of the station, which is unsecured. Video shows the suspect throwing large rocks at the windshields of two High School Resource Patrol vehicles, causing severe damage. The suspect was last seen riding northbound on Davi Avenue, possibly entering nearby City Park. Police reviewed surveillance footage and canvassed the area, but the suspect has not been identified. The suspect was wearing a fluorescent green long-sleeve shirt at the time of the incident. His bicycle is silver and black in color. Police urged nearby residents and business owners to check their security footage. Anyone who may have information or video that could identify the suspect is asked to contact Detective Simpson of the Pittsburg Police Department at 925-252-4805.
CBC
02-06-2025
- General
- CBC
Body found in Okanagan Lake, closing Kelowna's City Park
RCMP have closed off a large part of Kelowna, B.C.'s City Park after a body was discovered in Okanagan Lake Monday morning. A large police presence has been on the scene since about 7:45 a.m. PT, with tape and visibility barriers preventing public entry to the popular beachfront in the city's downtown. A police boat and dive team is also present. Cpl. Allison Konsmo says there is no danger to pubic safety, but they are asking for members of the public to stay away from the area.
New York Times
28-05-2025
- Business
- New York Times
$650,000 Homes in Colorado, Georgia and Florida
Denver | $646,000 This two-bedroom, two-bathroom house was extensively renovated by the current sellers, who sourced a mix of new and vintage fixtures in an effort to honor the home's original character. Within a 10-minute walk are a park, a Brazilian bakery and a public elementary school. A supermarket, a drugstore and a hardware store are five minutes away by car. City Park, home to the Denver Zoo and the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, is a 10-minute drive. Denver International Airport is half an hour away. Rocky Mountain National Park, a popular destination for hikers, is 90 minutes away, as is the ski town of Breckenridge. Size: 1,009 square feet Price per square foot: $640 Indoors: A paved path links the sidewalk to this home's covered front porch, which, like the rest of the home, has rounded corners typical of the Streamline Moderne style. The door opens directly to the living room, with herringbone patterned floors and windows set into a corner. There's a chrome ceiling light fixture and two arched passageways. One leads to a hallway and both bedrooms, the other to a sunny dining room with a street-facing window. The dining room is open to the kitchen, where the appliances — new, but in a retro style — are mint green. The backsplash is made of glossy tiles in shades of gray and pink. The primary suite, at one end of the back hallway, has a door with a glass knob opening to a bedroom big enough for a queen-size bed. The attached bathroom has a white porcelain pedestal sink and a combined tub and shower lined with green and black tile. The other bedroom could hold a double bed, and next door is a bathroom with a deep soaking tub and vintage vanity lights. Outdoor space: A paved patio behind the house holds a free-standing wood-burning stove with a bright orange enamel finish. The fenced backyard has a square lawn surrounded by gravel, and the driveway at the front of the house has two parking spots. Taxes: $2,844 (estimated) Contact: Kevin O'Brien, Brokers Guild Homes, 970-420-3448, and Skyler Hackett, Hackett Homes, 915-666-9614 Atlanta | $650,000 This one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit occupying a tower at the top of the former Fulton Bag & Cotton Mill, in Atlanta's Cabbagetown neighborhood. Residential development of the building began in the mid-1990s, and this unit occupies a space that once held industrial water tanks. A city park with basketball courts and open green space is within a 10-minute walk, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park is less than a mile away, and the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum is about two miles away. Also nearby is The Municipal Market, an indoor farmers' market and dining hall. By car, the center of downtown Atlanta is about 10 minutes away, and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a 15-minute drive. Size: 1,541 square feet Price per square foot: $422 Indoors: This unit's front door opens to a foyer with polished concrete floors that continue straight ahead into a galley-style kitchen with Miele appliances, including a wall oven and a separate gas cooktop. The custom-made cabinets are maple, and the countertop is travertine. Through an arched doorway is the main living area, where the walls are brick and the ceiling is 71 feet above the floor, with large arched windows near the top and lower windows with skyline views below. The floors here are also polished concrete, and the space is open, with sitting and dining areas on opposite sides of the room. Wood beams crisscross the space high about the floor. The bedroom is off a hallway extending from the foyer, with the same exposed brick walls and high ceilings as the living room and space for a king-size bed. The en suite bathroom has more travertine and a combined soaking tub and shower. Through the bathroom is a walk-in closet. Outdoor space: The building has an in-ground pool for use by residents, along with a roof deck. The complex is gated, and this unit comes with one assigned parking spot. Taxes: $5,778 (estimated), plus a $657 monthly homeowners association fee Contact: Chase Mizell, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty, 770-289-2780 St. Petersburg, Fla. | $649,000 This two-bedroom, one-bathroom house is a few blocks from Crescent Lake Park, which has walking trails and a playground. A tavern, several cafes, and a handful of restaurants are within walking distance, and the shops and nightlife of downtown St. Petersburg are about a mile away. The St. Pete Pier, which extends into Tampa Bay and is home to a local history museum, is five minutes away by car. St. Pete Beach, on the edge of the Gulf of Mexico, is roughly a 20-minutes drive. Tampa and Clearwater are is within a 30-minute drive, and Orlando and Fort Myers each take about two hours by car. Size: 1,232 square feet Price per square foot: $527 Indoors: A paved path runs from the sidewalk to the main entryway, where the mailbox is lime-green and the front door is painted blue. Inside is a foyer, with engineered wood floors that continue into a dining room with a street-facing window and an atomic-style ceiling light fixture. On the other side of a wide doorway is the living room, where a wood-burning stove sits in one corner. French doors with their original hardware open from the foyer to a home office. Behind the living room is the kitchen, updated with blue cabinets and quartz countertops. The appliances are stainless steel, and the backsplash is made of white tile. A mudroom at the back of the house has backyard-facing windows and access to a laundry room. Off a hallway that begins in the living room are both bedrooms, each with a ceiling fan, a closet and big enough to hold a queen-size bed and a desk. Off the hall is an updated bathroom, where the combined tub and shower is lined with white subway tile. Outdoor space: The grassy backyard has mature landscaping, and the property includes a gravel patio and two detached structures. One is an air-conditioned studio that could be a gym or an office, and the other is a one-car garage. The driveway has room for two more parked cars. Taxes: $1,524 (estimated) Contact: Annie Rocks and Kevin Rocks, Rocks Realty, 727-777-3264
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Former New Orleans city councilmember Jay Batt dies at 64
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Former New Orleans City Councilmember and local businessman Jay Batt died over the weekend. Batt represented District A from 2002 to 2006. City officials including Mayor LaToya Cantrell, Helena Moreno and others are remembering Batt as a successful businessman and a devoted public servant. Young victim in Algiers shooting dies from her injuries days later He is also the brother of actor Bryan Batt. 'We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jay Batt, a devoted public servant, successful businessman, and steadfast advocate for the people of New Orleans. Jay served the City with distinction as the District A New Orleans City Councilmember from 2002 to 2006, a time marked by both opportunity and unprecedented challenges. His leadership during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina was emblematic of his unwavering commitment to the recovery and resilience of our community.' Beyond his public service, former Councilman Batt was a respected entrepreneur, known for his work as a longtime franchisee of Jos. A. Bank Clothiers and his contributions to the local real estate and retail landscape. He brought the same dedication and integrity to his business ventures that he did to his civic life. His impact extended far beyond government and business. He was a passionate community leader, generously giving his time to organizations such as the Sugar Bowl Committee, the Orleans Parish Board of Supervisors of Elections, Crimestoppers, and the Beacon of Hope. His legacy of service, civic engagement, and love for New Orleans will be remembered and cherished. May his memory be a blessing and may his contributions to our City never be forgotten. May he rest in God's perfect peace. Mayor LaToya Cantrell Former President Biden diagnosed with aggressive form of prostate cancer 'This is a profound loss. Jay Batt genuinely cared for our city, and even after leaving public office, he always stood ready to assist city leaders. His dedication to serving the community was matched only by his great love for his wife, Andre, and his family. He was also known for his quick wit and sense of humor. Jay will be deeply missed. My husband, Chris, and I extend our heartfelt condolences to Jay's family and will keep them in our thoughts and prayers.' Councilmember Helena Moreno We are deeply saddened by the death of our good friend and dedicated board member Jay Batt. Jay was a longtime and steadfast supporter of City Park and was instrumental in guiding us through impactful and complicated issues. Jay's love for City Park was clear at all times. We send our condolences to his family and all of the people who knew and loved him. We will miss Jay's wit, wisdom and good counsel immensely, but we know his legacy in the City of New Orleans and City Park will live on indefinitely. President and CEO of City Park Conservancy Rebecca Dietz The cause of death has not been released but according to Batts close friend Bill Kearney, Batt died in his sleep on Sunday, May 18. He is survived by his wife and two daughters. He was 64 years coach Kellen Moore, GM Mickey Loomis preview OTAs at Saints HOF Celebrity Golf Classic Former New Orleans city councilmember Jay Batt dies at 64 Young victim in Algiers shooting dies from her injuries days later Which SUV makes the best land yacht? White House reacts to former President Biden's cancer diagnosis Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
