The Drive: Lakeview

[svhwdwnut]

has anything been rebuilt in lakeview or new orleans

[icerain2345]

@svhwdwnut they did rebuild quite a bit since i was there in 2010. even some of the 9th ward appeared to be rebuilding.

[roadmaster655]

I grew up in Lakeview. I attended Lakeview School, only 2 blocks from my parents' home, and graduated from Warren Easton Sr. High School. Seeing the destruction of this beautiful area, and the home I grew up in absolutely broke my heart. Watching this video only heightens the anger and disapointment in the City Government, as well as the Federal Government because of their stupidity, greed and inability to care for the people that spent thier lives building this town.

[svhwdwnut]

@roadmaster655 u posted that twice

[roadmaster655]

I grew up in Lakeview. I attended Lakeview School, only 2 blocks from my parents' home, and graduated from Warren Easton Sr. High School. Seeing the destruction of this beautiful area, and the home I grew up in absolutely broke my heart. Watching this video only heightens the anger and disapointment in the City Government, as well as the Federal Government because of their stupidity, greed and inability to care for the people that spent thier lives building this town. 

[svhwdwnut]

hey everyone b thankful 4 what u have, god bless america, our troops & new orleans

[svhwdwnut]

did any of these people rebuild? sad what happened. god bless new orleans

[svhwdwnut]

god bless new orleans it's comin back though it's a fun city though i wanna think of the fun stuff in the city-music, food, shops. the maps r interesting though but still makes u sad thinkin of what happened. be thankful of what u have

[svhwdwnut]

god bless those lost & I'll c u in 2 weeks new orleans!jazz fest will rock!

[svhwdwnut]

lovely city new orleans is sad what happened but it's comin back

[Hoops0587]

this is a great video, I'm currently working on a architecture thesis project that deals with flooding of new orleans, and a strategic way of replanning the city as a whole and not in the sporadic places. Since my thesis I've visited New orleans for the first time and I understand the feeling of why people are so connected. i've driven to the 9th ward, but still little has been rebuilt except for the make it right homes, done by Brad Pitt. New orleans is a great city I plan to go back soon.

[englishdog1234]

is it still as bad,or are things getting back to normal

[maddyluvzyew09]

things r gettin back 2 normal but the areas that were affected by katrina r haunted..i havent been ghost huntin...ive just read about cops hearin cries 4 help when nobodys there but themselves

[shanna9650]

A lot has occurred since this was filmed in 2006. Civic services are functioning such as mail and garbage. I have to guess, but about 45% or more have rebuilt, or have sold to someone else who has rebuilt. Some homes have been raised up some more than others. It's clean. Some streets are being reworked even as I write this note. Other homes, just sit..decaying..or there are empty lots. Birds, bugs and rodents are back.

[konigr]

Excellent video. I flew to New Orleans from Birmingham, Alabama and saw the horror for myself. Although a fair few areas are fully up and running again (especially the CBD) other areas such as The Lower 9th Wars still need a lot of work on them. The debris might have all been cleard, but the reconstruction will tale at leather another 10 - 15 Yeats until it returns to normal. But I must say, New Orleans is one of the most amazing cities I've ever come across.

[konigr]

Excellent video. I flew to New Orleans from Birmingham, Alabama and saw the horror for myself. Although a fair few areas are fully up and running again (especially the CBD) other areas such as The Lower 9th Wars still need a lot of work on them. The debris might have all been cleard, but the reconstruction will tale at leather another 10 - 15 Yeats until it returns to normal. But I must say, New Orleans is one of the most amazing cities I've ever come across.

[mandapb23]

Of course many people are attached to this area! It is by far one of the greatest, most culturally diverse cities in the US. New Orleans and it's devoted inhabitants WILL come back stronger!

[BedededeII]

wow 22 minutes, nice vid, I LOVE ALL U.S.A!

im Argentinian...

gettings!...

[dm7b5]

I recently spent a few days on my first trip to New Orleans. I spent more money than I could afford in that economy and had a wonderful experience. On the way home I spent a couple of hours driving through Lakeview. Left town in a very somber and sad frame of ming. God Bless all of those people - 45% of whom have not returned.

[sress21]

The area of Lakeview is beautiful regardless of the devastation. God bless you all..and best of luck

[jaymac4l]

im from neworleans!:[but my house is fixed!:]

[4nola27]

Thank you !!!!! The government must built an effective flood protection system NOW!!!!!!

[JustAnUpTownGirl]

chachmofo, do you live near water? does it rain where you live? earthquakes? regular forest fires? how are you immune from mother nature and the follies of men? tell me so that i can be too because my taxes are paid - so's my homeowners insurance and flood insurance and i'd love to never have to worry like you.

[cutiegabby2008]

im from lakeview :[

[UnEmployedGnome]

My heart goes out to all those effected by the flooding in New Orleans, but at the same time... Living in a area at or below sea level is never going to be 100% safe from this type of disaster. I live in an area of Virginia that was badly flooded by hurricane Isabelle. It wasnt the scale of flooding as seen in N.O. but that is because we're 1ft above sea level and the water drained. After my experience, I will never again invest money in or buy a coastal peice of property that is flood prone.

[chachmofo]

The government owes it to the people to spend billions on levees? I don't think my tax dollars should be spent so people can live in harm's way just because they like the laid-back lifestyle.

[maggymae1234]

you are dumb

[liliberace]

Complete ignorance. If a flood, hurricane, tornado, earthquake, or any other disaster come to your town and destroy the house you live in, I'm sure you wont turn away the federal aid that comes your way. Laid-back lifestyle? FOOL.

[NicoleinNOLA]

its not about "laid-back lifestyle" New Orleans is our home always will be! why would you not want to rebuild your home. Not to mention the history of the city and culture its one of the greatest citys in america. Your comment is really unintelligent and you shouldn't share them b/c your imbarrassing your self.

[galacticsurveyor]

you have some of the best video your presentation is flawless good job!

[syckindahead]

Thanks for posting-I was looking for part 2 and 3.

[1LSUredneck]

Great video. As a resident of Lakeview and one who did 90% of the remodeling of my home myself I can tell you we are coming back. My block in itself between renovations and new construction is over 80% done. Sadly, my block is not in the norm. Many blocks are less than 10%. Houses are still being torn down and the lots for sale are on the rise. A sign of progress? I have always viewed the glass as half full so I think it is. New young families commited to New Orleans is what we need. God Bless.

[noackrite]

where y'at New Orleans?

i am doing kinda OK in florida.

i miss and love ya'll.

[DocNOproductions]

Thanks for the balanced view.