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Welcome Slidell Newcomers! |
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| Below you will find useful municipal information about Slidell. We have included various city departments, hospitals, tax information, and other important information including contact numbers, addresses and descriptions. We hope this information serves you well and welcome to Slidell! |
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EMERGENCY/MEDICAL |
| Acadian Ambulance | 871-1697 | | NorthShore Regional Medical | 649-7070 | | St. Tammany Fire Protection Dist. No. 1 | 643-4242 | | Slidell Memorial Hospital | 643-2200 | | Southern Surgical Hospital | 641-0600 | | Louisiana Heart Hospital | 690-7500 | |
| For information on Home Health Agencies, call The Chamber at 643-5678. |
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POLICE |
Slidell Police Department
2112 Third St.
643-3131
The 92 employees of the Police Department are directed by Police Chief Freddy Drennan. This full-service police department operates the following Divisions: |
| Sheriff Emergency | 646-4141 | | Slidell Police | 643-3131 | | State Police | 1-985-893-6250 | |
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PATROL DIVISION |
Consists of uniform Police Officers who patrol subdivisions and businesses in modern, well-equipped automobiles. The Patrol Division's average response time is less than three minutes.
DETECTIVE DIVISION
Is in charge of investigating all crimes and pursuing wanted criminals. The Detectives Lieutenant, Sergeant and experienced Detectives are well trained in all aspects of scientific crime investigation.
JUVENILE DIVISION
Has responsibility for all crimes involving persons under the age of 17. The Juvenile Division distributes bicycle, pedestrian and personal safety lectures and pamphlets to all school children in Slidell (kindergarten through 12th grade). Drug and alcohol abuse pamphlets (for children and their parents) are made available to all schools. A Junior Police Program (ages 12 through 19) allows young people to assist regular police and to learn about the criminal justice system.
TRAFFIC DIVISION
Uses marked cars, unmarked cars and motorcycles to provide traffic control and enforcement.
WARRANTS & FUGITIVE DIVISION
Investigates forged and worthless checks. This Division also provides seminars and instruction for local businesses on how to prevent these crimes.
COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION
Provides the vital link between the citizen who calls for police assistance and the officer who is dispatched to handle the call.
RECORDS DIVISION
Maintains the security and integrity of all criminal records, in accordance with State and Federal laws. A state-of-the-art microfilm system ensures efficient records filing and retrieval. |
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PROPERTY TAXES |
| Land and residential property is assessed at 10 percent of value. The Homestead Exemption Act in Louisiana allows the homeowner an exemption from parish taxes of $75,000.00 of the assessed value of his home. |
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SALES TAXES |
The City of Slidell sales tax is 8.75%, which is comprised of:
2.00% City of Slidell
2.00% St. Tammany Parish School Board
0.25% Law Enforcement District (St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Office)
0.25% St. Tammany Parish Jail
0.25% St. Tammany Parish Courthouse
4.00% State of Louisiana
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8.75% Total |
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TRANSPORTATION |
| Amtrak | 1-800-872-7245 | | Parish Cab | 641-9479 | | Greyhound /Trailways Bus Lines | 643-6545 | | Slidell Aviation Services | 641-4390 | | Slidell Limousine Service | 641-2300 | |
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POSTAL |
Main Branch
1950 2nd St. 643-5338
West Branch
897 Covington Hwy. 649-2082
Substation 643-7867 |
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MOTOR VEHICLES |
Driver's License
Department of Public Safety,
Motor Vehicle Division
State Office Building
1514 W. Lindbergh Drive
Slidell, LA 70458
646-6404
Residents are required to obtain a Louisiana Drivers License by passing both a written and eyesight test within 30 days of establishing residency in the state. Proof of identification is required.
New residents must register and obtain a Louisiana license plate from the Department of Public Safety for their vehicles within 30 days of establishing residency in the state. Annual motor vehicle safety inspections are also required. Referred to as "brake tags," new residents must obtain one upon the issuance of automobile registration and the issuance of a Louisiana license plate. |
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UTILITIES |
| Bayou Liberty Water | 643-1216 | | Charter Communications | 800-GET-CHARTER | | Central La. Electric Co. (CLECO) | 1-800-622-6537 | | Coastal Waste Services | 781-3171 | | Cross Gates Utility | 643-1376 | | Atmos Energy | 800-621-1867 | | Slidell City Sewer & Water | 646-4291 | | South Central Bell (All toll-free)
Inside La. (Res.)
Inside La. (Bus.)
Outside La. (Res.)
Outside La. (Bus.) |
1-557-6500
537-6000
1-800-832-0679
1-800-238-5501
| | Washington-St. Tammany Electric Coop. | 643-6612 | |
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VOTING |
Registrar of Voters Office
520 Old Spanish Trail, Suite 403
646-4125
The Slidell Office of Voter's Registration is open to the public on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed from 12 to 1 p.m.
In St. Tammany, voting is done according to districts, wards and precincts based upon parish residency. There is a 24-day registration period required before voting in general or special elections. To register, newcomers must show U.S. citizenship or naturalization papers or a current U.S. passport, must be a resident of Louisiana and must show proof of local residency and of being 18 years of age. |
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Better Business Bureau |
The Better Business Bureau of Greater New Orleans Area
http://www.neworleans.bbb.org
Email: info@neworleans.bbb.org
Phone: (504)581-6222
Fax: (504)524-9110
710 Barrone Street, Suite C
New Orleans, LA 70113 |
