We have heard numerous complaints and have seen for ourselves children of all ages freely playing in the streets, quite often without adult supervision close by. Streets are made for vehicles, and younger children should not be playing in streets, especially unattended or allowed to put up structures that block the roads (e.g., large skating ramps). PLEASE use extreme caution when traveling in these areas so that no child is unintentionally harmed.

ATVs, riding lawn mowers, motorized scooters, go carts etc. should not be driven on the streets.  Violators will be ticketed by the LPSO. Please do not assume that a vacant lot or open field next to you is a safe and okay place for your children to wander or ride these types of recreational vehicles. These areas in South Point are privately owned and violators can be charged with trespassing. Bicyclists are required to obey stop signs at all times the same as motorists. Louisiana law requires children 12 and under to wear safety helmets when riding bicycles.

We also continue to have a problem with residents who do not keep their dogs or cats within the confines of their own property.  While cats can be harder to contain, owners should consider other residents as cats can and will cause damage to gardens and landscaping.

All dogs should be kept on a leash, tie-out, dog run, appropriate dog cage/pen, inside the confines of your backyard, garage or in your house. While your pet may be gentle and loving, your animal is at risk of being hurt or killed by vehicles or other animals.   Even the kindness dog will use its natural instincts if hurt.  Please be a responsible and keep your pet(s) safe.

All dogs should be on a leash, or contained in an enclosed structure such as a fence. Louisiana does have a State leash law. Citation: LA R.S. 3:2771. Additionally, Livingston Parish enacted a Parish Ordinance LPO-0658 on January 25, 2007, regarding dog owners who allow their pets to roam freely. Ord. 3-13-46 §§1.2 Ord. No. 00-36 Art. 1, 1-25-01.

Rule of thumb – when you enter the subdivision, PLEASE TURN THE VOLUME DOWN! No one appreciates hearing the thump of loud music or noise through their closed doors and windows. Everyone deserves the right to peace and quiet within their homes. There are laws on noise ordinances so please respect the laws and your neighbors.

Article III. Noise, Sec. 5.5-14. Specific prohibitions.

(a)   Playing or operating, or permitting the playing, use or operation of any radio, musical instrument, phonograph, or other machine or device for the producing or reproducing of sound if such sound is for the purpose of entertainment or is used for that purpose or is used for the purpose of soliciting the sale of merchandise or any tangible goods or soliciting the vote of any person for a political candidate and can be heard from the distance of fifty (50) feet or more whether the source of such sound is located on public or private property.  Ord. of 11-24-92, §5

Residents that own pets need to abide by the Louisiana State Law regarding a leash and their dog.  All dogs must be on a leash or behind a fence; not tethered in the front yard as dogs that are big enough may get out of a linked chain.

For the safety of our children and our residents, I would advise any homeowner who experiences problems with a dog either attacking or charging, please file a written report with the Livingston Parish Sheriff's office.