About YOUR NEXT COUNCILMAN

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Hi, my name is Keith Parker I have been a resident of the 7th ward for over 30 years. Born into a hardworking, blue-collar, family in the 7th ward neighborhood, I am one of two children, I inherited my tenacious work ethic and discipline from my mother, grandfather, and uncles.

Growing up, I definitely understood the value of hard work and community responsibility. I had my first job at the snowball stand on Broad and Bayou Rd. rather it was mowing lawns or carrying groceries for the seniors in the community, I was taught the invaluable lesson that community is built from collective effort towards the common goal. This knowledge helped shape my love and appreciation for my neighborhood. Previously worked for the Code Enforcement Dept. Of Sanitation for some years, I know how to get rid of blight and trash in neighborhoods.

I attended Mc Donogh 42 elementary school and later Andrew J Bell junior high as well as John Mc Donogh Senior High School where I excelled as a student-athlete. Also, I am on the board of the alumni class council of John Mc Donogh. Continued my education, at Southern University in New Orleans where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice with a Minor in Psychology.

As a father I volunteered as a little league football coach and mentor, I was aware that there was an opportunity to give back. I can be a leader who has the ability to garner support from the community, civic and business leaders to make things happen. I share the vision of many of my neighbors – safer streets, quality schools, and responsible economic development. As a new age leader, I will begin to cure the ills that plague the residents of District D and improve the overall quality of life.