Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce
     October  2016                   
Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
           Welcome New Chamber Member!                                    
                                                          


Alaina's Playland
1320 Hospital Road
Suite 400
New Roads, LA  
225-205-1820 
225-615-7282




                                                
Pointe Coupee Chamber to Host Series of Community Events Ahead of Home Rule Charter Vote

In an effort to increase awareness and understanding of the Home Rule Charter, the Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce is hosting a series of community events throughout the parish during October. 

During the events, citizens will have the opportunity to get an overview of the two forms of government, and speak directly with members of the Police Jury and Home Rule Charter Committee.  The Chamber will also provide food and drinks for those who attend.

The initial schedule of events is as follows, however more events may be added depending on demand:

-         Wednesday 10/5 - 6:00 PM - Not Your Mama's in Livonia, LA
-         Wednesday 10/12 - 6:00 PM - Old River Landing in Batchelor, LA
-         Wednesday 10/19 - 6:00 PM - Bueche's Bar and Grill in Jarreau, LA
-         Wednesday 10/26 - 6:00 PM - Satterfield's Restaurant in New Roads, LA




    The Therapy Center celebrates it's 3rd anniversary                with an open house!          
   



                                                

Nut Run 5K and 1-Mile

The Harvest Festival Nut Run 5K and 1-Mile is Saturday, October 15th, the weekend of Harvest Festival, in New Roads, Louisiana. Participants can register for either the 5K, 1-Mile, or BOTH! This  event is open to all ages  Registration starting at ONLY $25 for adults and $15 for kids!   REGISTRATION INCREASES OCTOBER 3RD!


6th Annual Alma Plantation 
Harvest Festival of New Roads

We are looking forward to another successful year and want you to experience one of largest free festivals in Louisiana.  
  Check out   what's happening!
  • First class Carnival Rides for the whole family to enjoy
  • The best selection of delicious foods from all around the region
  • Over 100 Arts and Crafts vendors
  • Free Kids Zone with activities designed just for them
  • Beer Garden for adults only with several televisions to enjoy your favorite sports games



                                                
Pointe Coupee Electric hosts fundraising event at this year's Relay For Life at the Scott Civic Center.  October 21!




                                                
Join us for the R ibbon Cutting at Alaina's Play Land 
 October 28th at 11:00 am



            Press Releases     
                       
 Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group Meeting Notice

The Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group will be held Monday October 17th at 3:30 PM in the conference room of Pointe Coupee Home Health & Hospice, 350 Hospital Rd. New Roads, LA 70759. The meeting is open to the public and anyone caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease or any other type of dementia or memory loss is strongly encouraged to attend. These meetings are held at 3:30 PM on the third Monday of each month and are sponsored by Alzheimer's Services of the Capital Area.  For additional information, call                       225-344-7494 or click here.


                       
Pointe Coupee Real Estate Professionals Ready to Help

The August thunderstorms that dumped more than 25 inches of rain over southeastern Louisiana resulted in widespread flooding and damage to more than 110,000 homes and businesses. Now that the floodwaters have receded and the cleanup process is underway, families are just starting to get a better picture of where things stand, and are beginning to plan for the future. 

With the uncertainty around insurance coverage, federal aid, and changes to local building codes, now may be the time to start a relationship with a licensed real estate agent.

Agents often begin the process by assessing each family's unique situation, and working to better understand their client's needs.  From there, agents review the available options with their clients, and help them navigate the process of buying, selling, or renting a home. 

Determining the fair price of a home is essential to sellers and buyers alike.  Because of their experience in the market, most real estate agents are able to determine a home's value within minutes of walking through the door, and how the neighborhood will influence that value over time.

"If you're selling, a good real estate agent will make sure you get the best price for your home.  For those in the market for a new home, we already know what's out there, and will work with you to find exactly what you're looking for - at the right price," according to realtor and chamber member Sara Gummow.

There are several factors people often consider when looking for a home. "It can be intimidating," added Gummow.  "...but this is our area of expertise, and we've had our fingers on the pulse of the market long before our clients begin their search."
Licensed agents are not only able to provide data on local home sales, but can also bring assets to the deal that come from years of watching similar transactions in the neighborhood.

Businesses are also faced with the daunting question of whether to rebuild, and in many cases, whether they should look at temporary or permanent relocation. 
The advantages of working with real estate professionals are similar for businesses eyeing relocation.  Economic Development Director Les Cantrell explains that data influencing the current market value of a site may be misleading "if you don't have the experience to understand the longer-term trends in an area.  It's important to be positioned for growth." 

"For small to medium sized businesses, we've got an excellent group of real estate professionals in the Chamber that are incredibly good at what they do, and can help you find the perfect location.  Larger businesses should also take a look at any of our nine 'Certified Sites' in the Parish.  These are properties where we've done all of the due diligence, and streamlined the process from closing the sale to beginning operations.  The first step is giving us a call, and we can point you in the right direction," added Cantrell.

"We were relatively fortunate in Pointe Coupee.  While there were some neighborhoods and businesses that experienced localized flooding, we didn't experience the widespread damage that occurred other parishes," according to Chamber President Arthur Ewing. 
"We want people to know that with both our natural and manmade drainage infrastructure, Pointe Coupee is well-suited to cope with these types of rain events.  This is also a great place to live, raise a family, and start a business.  It's also convenient that we're only 30 minutes from Baton Rouge, and you can avoid the traffic getting there using the new Audubon Bridge," added Ewing.

To find more information on local real estate professionals, or for more information on the Certified Site program, please visit the Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce website at http://www.pcchamber.org.  Click on the 'Membership Directory' under 'Membership' on the home page.

            Ongoing Events In The Parish              
                       
Handmade Craft Market  will be held every first and third Saturday each month on Main Street, New Roads, LA and in Winn Dixie Parking Lot, Corner of False River Drive and Hospital Road in New Roads, LA  Festivities include handmade Arts & Crafts from various vendors.  Booths will open at 8 a.m. & close at 4 p.m.  For more information contact:   (225) 718-0336, (225) 718-0336, (225) 718-7127, or (225) 718-7970.

Tuesday Night Bass Fishing Tournaments  will be held every Tuesday Night until the final classic tournament at the New Roads Public Boat Dock, Morrison Parkway.  Tournament begins at 6 p.m. and  will end at 9 p.m.  Entry fees apply to fish the tournament and fishermen must qualify to fish the final "Classic tournament on September 27, 2016.  For more information contact: Rodney Higginbothom @ (225) 240-0174

Friday Night Cookie Jar Bass Fishing Tournaments  will be held every Friday night until the fall final classic tournament. The tournament starts at 7 p.m. and will end at 12 a.m.  Fishermen will weigh in at LA Express Boat Dock in Jarreau, LA  70749.  Entry fees apply, but weigh in is free for spectators.  For more information contact:  Guy Perkins (225) 293-3402 or E-mail: mr.guy@netzero.net

Friday Night Golf Scramble  will begin Every Friday starting in March at 5:30 pm. at the False River Country Club located at 13875 Patin Dyke Roads, Ventress, LA 70783.  Open to members and non members.  For more information contact: (225) 638-6309 or email: marywittyfrcc@gmail.com.

Reserve a YOLO Board or Wavepad at False River Paddle Club.

2 hours - $30
4 hours - $45 (half-day)
8 hours - $65 (full day)
*overnight and weekend rentals also available.
False River Paddle Club, LLC
108 Main St.
New Roads, LA 70760
Email:  falseriverpaddleclub@gmail.com
Phone:  225.281.2315 or 318.421.9144

Visit our Website at:  www.pcchamber.org
                  Do you have an event that you would like to see on our monthly newsletter or on our website?  Please send all event information to membership.director@pcchamber.org.