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September 2012Around the Quarter Newsletter
In This Issue
FQBA Committees
Southern Decadence
Riverwalk Renovation
FQ & DDD Sanitation Regulations
Paths to Progress
Get Away in the Vieux Carre
FQBA Calendar
Save the Date
Membership Benefits
Association Information
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Member Specials
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FQBA certainly hopes this e-mail reaches all of you well and safe and back up and running following Hurricane Isaac. 

We thank all at the city for the constant reporting throughout the storm.  Another big thank you is also in order for all of the workers hustling to regain normalcy post storm in a timely fashion.

Please note City Hall will be closed until Tuesday.  If you have a non-emergency, call 311.  911 should be used for emergencies only.
 
Dear Members,

As the summer season finishes up we seem to be entering not only a busier season, but the Get-ready-for-Super Bowl season. The streets in the Quarter are under repair as part of the federally funded program, with management by Paths to Progress. The Paths organization addressed the August Lunch forum to discuss the overview and how updates are shared with the business community. Please watch for the progress alerts that let you know which blocks of which streets have either sidewalk or street repair underway. Questions specific to your business can be called in to them at any time. Contact information is available on the FQBA website.

 

Graffiti is STILL a problem in the Quarter. We have had two individuals working off Community Service time for Graffiti violations, but there is no way they can keep up with the proliferation of tagging, stickers and all forms of defacement. Please alert the FQBA of new sites on public property that we can address with these workers. Watch for another VC-GAP work day in the Quarter. If enough members volunteer we can make a difference.

 

Nominations for FQBA Board 2012 positions are open. Nomination forms are on FQBA.com. All forms should be submitted by 5:00pm on October 18th. The nomination committee will review and make recommendations to the board in November. New Board members are inducted in January. If you, or someone you know, would like to give their time to our efforts in strengthening business in the French Quarter and improving the quality of life for residents, businesses and visitors - We want you.

 

Your President,

Adrienne Thomas

FQBA Committees    

(click on committee member's names to email them directly)  

 

If you planned to get more involved with the Association, the best way to do that is join a committee.  Each committee has a different focus and amount of time required.  Touch base with the committee chair to find out more.   

 

Marketing Committee
Chair: Frank Stansbury     

We've finished another year of the "Get Away in the Vieux Carre" campaign.  The committee will meet in the coming week to discuss a "Shop Away in the Vieux Carre" campaign for the holidays.  Let us know your ideas and how you would like to participate. 

  

Public Relations & Events Committee

Chair: Christine Sory     

Our social media has taken off, and we are glad to see so many people interested in FQBA musings.

 

We have one more lunch forum this year. It will be  October 18th at the Hotel Monteleone, hope to see you all there.  We will be hearing about the Theater renovations taking place at the Le Petit Theater and the Saenger. 

 

Vieux Carre - Graffiti Abatement Program Committee
Chair: Gene Sausse

The VC-GAP committee is working on grant writing and finding funding for long term and sustainable eradication options.  The courts are now working with us to assign perpetrators to work community service hours with our committee.  You will be seeing some big changes here soon.  If you have concerns or need help with and graffiti situation, please do not hesitate to contact us at graffiti@fqba.org.   

       

Membership Committee

Co-Chairs: Nancy Tusa & CE Adler        

Check out the cool new "adds" to the website. As members, you can now add "Hot Deals" and "Job Postings" to the website. It's simple, just sign in with your member account and add your details.  

 

We have a number of valuable member benefit partners with Office Depot & TSYS Merchant Solutions, details are listed below in the newsletter.

  

Governmental Affairs Committee

Chair: Jeremy DeBlieux  
The Government Affairs Committee continues to monitor the Paths 2Progress work on FQ streets and sidewalks as well as the Iberville Housing Development re-development plan.  In addition, the committee continues to work with the FQMD on several issues, such as sanitation, noise and enforcement on behalf of our membership.   

 

 You are also welcome to contact Annie@fqba.org with any suggestions of new committees or ideas for the association to consider.  
Southern Decadence
Wednesday, August 29th - Monday, September 3rd

What began as a little costume party is now a world-famous gay celebration. In the 40th year, it has mushroomed from a small gathering of friends to a Labor Day weekend tradition, attracting over 110,000 participants, predominantly gay and lesbian, and generating almost $125 million in tourist revenue.  This annual economic impact ranks it among the city's top five tourist events.

 

for more information click here.   

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Riverwalk Update

In July, The Howard Hughes Corporation announced a $70 million redevelopment of Riverwalk Marketplace into an upscale outlet mall - The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk. As the first downtown outlet center in the nation, The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk will showcase established national retailers who are new to Louisiana, New Orleans and the Gulf region in addition to some local retail, dining and entertainment options. Additionally, The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk will also feature an expanded footprint of 50,000 square feet to an approximate total of 250,000 square feet. Construction will begin later in 2012 and the property is expected to reopen in late 2013.


click here for more information.

 

Cynthia M. Sylvain-Lear (Acting Director)
French Quarter Sanitation

The department of sanitation has created a flyer in hopes to inform and garner more compliance. If we all work together, we can improve the cleanliness of the French Quarter and DDD. If you have any questions, please contact us at Sanitation@nola.gov.

click here for the informational flyer.

Paths to Progress

With a combined investment of over $90 million, Paths to Progress is a collaborative effort between the Federal Highway Administration, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, New Orleans Regional Planning Commission and City of New Orleans.

Property owners should be aware that the sidewalks being repaired during this project are a special situation with a unique funding opportunity.  Property owners remain responsible for maintaining the adjacent sidewalks to their property as stated in the city ordinance. 

Paths to Progress is committed to provide timely construction and project updates.  Learn more about the project and receive regular updates throughout construction:

Phone: 1-800-574-7193
Email: pathsprogress@gmail.com
Website: www.pavingLAroads.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/paths2progress
Twitter: @paths2progress

 


The 4th Annual "Get Away in the Vieux Carre" 
Summer Campaign 
June 1st - August 31st
 
We've had a great year with the "Get Away" summer campaign.  FQBA made a significant investment in the success of this campaign for 2012.  We do hope you all noticed.  The marketing was spread out across a number of media outlets reaching a greater number of potential French Quarter patrons.  The campaign collected well over 2000 entrants this year.  We'd like to thank Zydeco Media for their amazing support with our social media throughout the campaign. 

We'd also like to recognize all of our participants:

 
September Events

Culture Collision

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Arts fair & networking: 5:30-8 p.m.

After party: 8-10 p.m.

New location for 2012: Generations Hall, 310 Andrew Higgins Dr.

Admission is free. click here for more information. 


Better than Ezra
Friday, September 7th
7 pm - 12 am
Harrah's Theater
 click here for more information

Hunter Hayes: Back Down South
Friday, September 7th
7:30 pm
Mahalia Jackson Theater
click here for tickets

Back to Football Saints 5K

Saturday, September 8th

7:30 am

Champion Square to the Quarter via Poydras & Back

click here for more information & road closures 

 

The NOCCA Institute hosts a one-night-only benefit performance of

The World is My Home: The Life of Paul Robeson

Saturday, September 8th

NOCCA's Lupin Hall, 2800 Chartres Street

Tickets $20 at NOCCAInstitute.com or 504.940.2900


Live WWL Saints Pre-Game Broadcast

September 9th 2012

Oceana Grill 739 Conti St.

8:00am - 10am

 

click here for restaurant information

French Quarter Management District Monthly Meeting
Monday, September 10th
12 - 2 pm
Open to the public (as are all committee meetings)
Canal Place Office Tower, 365 Canal Street
20th Floor
 click here for more information

Louisiana Restaurant Association's Restaurant Week
September 10th - 16th
Lunch & Dinner
Various locations

STOMP
Friday, Saturday & Sunday,  September 14th,15th & 16th
Mahalia Jackson Theater
Various show times
click here for times and ticket information

"Hungry in the South" Cookbook Fair

Sunday, September 16th

French Market's Farmer's Market Stage

10am - 5pm

 click here for more information

1/2way to Saint Patrick's Day at Pat O'Brien's Bar

Monday September 17th

Pat O'Brien's Bar - 718 St Peter Street

Live Music by the Groovy7  Band 5-8pm

$3 Fuzzy Leprechaun, Jameson, and Guinness

Irish Food Specials In the Courtyard Restaurant All Day

Patobriens.com or facebook.com/patobriens for more information

 

A Weekend Celebration Showcasing Newcomb Pottery,  

by Friends of the Cabildo

Thursday September 20th through Sunday, September 22nd

September 20: 1850 House Museum Store-523 St. Ann

September 21-22 Madam Johns Legacy- 632 Dumaine St.

Times 20th  5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m.   

21st  7:00 p.m.-9:00 p .m.     

22nd - 9:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.

click here for more information  

 

Concerts in the Courtyard at HNOC

Friday, September 21st

Historic New Orleans Collection ,533 Royal Street

6 - 8 pm

 click here for more information and future concerts 

 

Canal Street Race For Crimestoppers
5K Run and 1 Mile Race
  September22, 2012 along Historic Canal Street  

Register today at http://www.nolarunning.com  

click here for the Crimestoppers website or NOLA.com article 

 

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra  

Saturday, September 22nd 

8 pm

Mahalia Jackson Theater  

click here for ticket information 

 

Live WWL Saints Pre-Game Broadcast  September 23rd 2012
Oceana Grill 739 Conti St.
8:00am - 10am
click here for restaurant information 

 

Lewis Black

Sunday, September 23

8 pm

Mahalia Jackson Theater

click here for ticket information 

 

 

Monthly Lagniappe Tasting: Mini Gelato Pops

Thursday, Sept. 27th  

5 pm - 7 pm

The Sweet Palate 519 St. Louis St.

click here for store information 

 

New Orleans Swing Dance Festival and Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown  

aka "French Market Stomp"

September 28th and 29th

French Market Farmer's Market Stage

1pm -  5pm

 click here for more information 

 

    

Visit the FQBA website to see more calendar listings by FQBA Members & community partners.
Save the Date

The Louisiana Legends of Rock and Roll Gala  

Friday, October 5, 2012

6:30 - 8:00 PM Patron Party, 8:00 - 11:00 PM Main Party

Old U.S. Mint 400 Esplanade Ave.

 

For more information or to purchase a ticket, please visit www.thelmf.org, email info@thelmf.org or call the Louisiana Museum Foundation at 504.558.0493

Sponsorship opportunities are also available.  
FQBA Membership Benefits

TSYS Merchant Solutions
French Quarter Business Association and TSYS Merchant Solutions would like to announce a new discounted credit card acceptance program just for FQBA members! You will receive details in the mail and you are certainly welcome to contact Tony Viloria to find out more about the offer. 

Office Depot Business Solutions
The French Quarter Business Association has partnered with Office Depot Business Solutions to provide you with an extraordinary savings opportunity. Over 500 non-profits across the country, along with local associations and organizations have combined their purchasing power to create a National Chamber of Commerce Discount Program. This is a Free Benefit of your membership with FQBA, making available to you, National Account Pricing at Office Depot!  If you have not received your purchasing card in the mail, contact us and we will send you another.  If you have questions regarding the details of the program please contact Cynthia Davidson. 

FQBA Website
The Membership Directory has a whole new look and members have more options, including a direct link to your businesses email or social media sights.
Look up your listing - we may need to update.

The Calendar is also great tool for you to get your event listings on the web.  Please take advantage of this opportunity to promote your event and business. www.fqba.org

If you have not already please set up your new username and password, which will give you access to your listing in the membership directory, the calendar and allow you to register for FQBA events at member rates, please do it today.

We certainly hope this will be an easy and positive transition for all of you!  Contact Annie in the office for any assistance at 504.309.1423.
The Association, Membership & Newsletter

 

The Association

The French Quarter Business Association is an organization of business owners and associates located in and around the French Quarter in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Our goal is to enhance the business climate of the French Quarter and to make living and working in our historic neighborhood easier, more enjoyable and more profitable

Receipt of this email does not indicate current membership.  Click here to view the current FQBA membership directory.

 

Membership
Joining the association provides members with a larger network and stronger voice.  Please consider becoming a member now.  Click here for membership rates and to join online.

 

Newsletter
The format of the monthly email newsletter hopes to keep you informed with FQBA's current projects that may affect your business or the community at large.  The monthly calendar listings and member specials are submitted by members.  More information may be accessed via the association website.