2026 Upcoming Events 

WINE NOT? 🍷✨

Join us for the Neighborhood Wine Walk!

📅 Friday, September 25 🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Meet at The Duvall's - 6012 Hibiscus Drive

Admission Price: One bottle of wine! 🍾
Simply drop off your bottle (with your name attached) between 9/21 and 9/23 at 5733 Hyacinth Ave to RSVP.

Route: Beginning at The Duvalls, 6012 Hibiscus Drive, then walking to the Wolfs, 1712 Dahlia St, and ending the night at the Fortenberrys, 2044 Columbine St

Good wine. Light Snacks. Great neighbors. A little walking. A lot of fun.

See you there!

2027 CAPE Board Members

A Special Thank You to Steve Oivanki — After eight years of dedicated volunteer service as CAPE President, Steve will be stepping down at the end of the year. We are deeply grateful for the years of service and devotion to our community.

To ensure CAPE’s continued success, we are looking for neighbors to volunteer to fill several openings we have on the board currently. If you are interested in any of the roles, please contact any board member!

President: Amos Gibson

Vice President: OPEN - Assists the President as needed

Treasurer: Tyler Thomas (continuing)

Secretary: Colorado Robertson

Governmental Relations: Kean Jones (continuing)

Social Events: Miranda Fortenberry/Amanda Hoover

Security: OPEN - Coordinates the off-duty police patrol and serves as the point of contact for security incidents. No law enforcement background required

Beautification: OPEN - Leads entrance sign and common-area upkeep — planting, lighting, contractor/gardener coordination. No gardening background required

CAPE Dues

2026 dues collection currently stands at 43%. If you have not yet paid your 2026 dues, we strongly encourage you to do so today. Your dues help fund off-duty police patrols, Flock Safety cameras at neighborhood entrances, common area maintenance, community events, and many other benefits that enhance the quality and safety of our neighborhood

You can pay online using the link below or via Venmo @Pollard-Estates. To make the process even easier, we will be placing additional signs throughout the neighborhood featuring QR codes that allow for quick and convenient payment.

Thank you for your continued support of our community!

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Neighborhood Directory 2027

Stay connected by adding your information to the Neighborhood Directory. Participation is voluntary and helps us maintain an up-to-date record of current residents. If you need to update your information, have not yet submitted your details, or are new to the neighborhood, please click the link below to be included in the directory

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Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

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2026 Upcoming Events 

Easter Egg Hunt

CALLING ALL OUR PEEPS!!! The Annual CAPE Easter Egg Hunt is just around the corner on Sunday, March 29th. The hunt will be divided into age groups: 3 and under, Ages 4-6, and Ages 7+. To have your child participate, please bring 30 filled eggs (no chocolate) to the Gladden residence at 5733 Hyacinth by Sunday, March 22nd. Volunteers needed the day of the hunt to help hide eggs one hour before start

CAPE will provide light snacks and refreshments. And don’t forget, the Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance! You won’t want to miss it!

CAPE Dues

CAPE dues for 2026 are now due. Payments can be made using link below or with Venmo, @Pollard-Estates. Confirmation of membership and payment by check can be completed by mailing a check to the CAPE P.O. Box listed at the bottom of the Newsletter

The $150 annual dues per residence are primarily used to pay for off-duty police patrols, security cameras landscaping expenses, and our sponsored neighborhood social events throughout the year.

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Beautification Committee

Hannah Padial has graciously agreed to assist with the establishment of a beautification committee for CAPE. Venmo @Hannah-Padial or contact us for more information on how to donate to the beautification fund. The committee is working with Mark Culotta Landscaping to assist with all beds in the front of the neighborhood twice a year

CAPE Board Openings

There are several vacant CAPE Board positions available to be filled by neighborhood volunteers. If you would like to serve on the board, please reach out to any existing member. All are welcome and any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

No Solicitation Neighborhood

Pollard Estates is a registered No Solicitation neighborhood with the city of Baton Rouge. If spontaneous vendors come to your door selling services or products, you can call the local police substation to have them removed. Keep in mind that political canvassing, charitable organizations, and religious organizations are exempt from the No Solicitation ordinance.

Security

A new license plate reader (LPR) camera system has been installed, with cameras at the entrance from Perkins Road on Pollard Parkway and at the entrance from Quail Drive on South Pollard Parkway. These new cameras are monitored by our security committee as well as by the Baton Rouge Police Department. If you have a security incident or crime on your property, please report it to our Security Chairman, Barry Lantz (225-802-0035) and to the EBR Police Substation (225-389-3863). That information can then be forwarded to the local officer patrolling in the area. The LPR cameras can be used to track and identify any suspicious vehicles in the neighborhood at the time of the incident. For any emergency situation, you can call 911 for immediate assistance.

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If not, please use the link below to access the form on our website to update your contact information and to sign up for this newsletter!

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Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

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Dear Pollard Neighbors:

Thanks to all of you who participated in CAPE for 2025. Strong membership in CAPE from our neighbors ensures that our organization can continue to provide the services and necessities for Pollard Estates.

A variety of different things are covered by your annual dues:

• Patrols by off-duty Baton Rouge Police Department officers

• FLOCK Safety Cameras

• Insurance coverage

• Maintenance of common areas

• CAPE sponsored events

The amount being assessed for the period of January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, is One Hundred and Fifty Dollars and Zero Cents ($150.00) per residence. You may pay your dues online at the link below or via check to the address listed below. If any of your contact information has changed, visit our website to update your details. Please be sure to notate your address with any payment method noted above.

Regardless of whether you own or lease a property, we invite and encourage all neighbors to be active in CAPE and to help us make this neighborhood a better place to reside. If you have any questions or concerns or feel that you have received this notice in error, please feel free to respond to this email.

We are currently planning our 2026 social events and should have updated on our website and social media soon. Previously, these have included an open board meeting, easter egg hunt, summer social, wine walks, Halloween festivities and Christmas Parade and Caroling. If you have any ideas or wish to help our newest event planning board members on the event committee, please email feel free to respond to this email with your thoughts.

Thank you for your support of CAPE and for your commitment to keeping our neighborhood the best kept secret in Baton Rouge!  If you should need anything from us, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

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Merry Christmas Neighbors -

As we approach the end of an eventful year, we wish all of our Pollard Estates neighbors the very best this Christmas season and pray that you and yours remain safe and joyful as we celebrate the holidays.

The Santa Parade was another big success this year, with a long parade of Santa dads in golf carts through Pollard Estates and Woodchase.  Christmas Caroling this year also included Woodchase, and large merry band of exuberant kids serenaded homes in both neighborhoods. Thanks to the Hardy Family in Woodchase for hosting the start of the parade and the Brassett Family in Pollard for hosting the caroling party again this year.

Our decorating contest this year was again a great success. A tour of the neighborhood eveals a wide assortment of colorful and lighted decorations on every street. With so many wonderful decorations to choose from, the judging for the contest was especially close.

Our 2025 winners are the Wolf family, located at 1712 Dahlia Street, with the Rodrique residence at 1457 Pollard Parkway coming in as a close second.  Additional outstanding displays are located at 1219 Elmcrest, 6023 South Pollard Parkway, 1614 Dahlia Street, and 1322 Dahlia Street.  Congratulations to the Wolfs for a wonderful Christmas display.

With best wishes for a happy new year,

Civic Association of Pollard Estates

Board of Directors

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Christmas Parade & Caroling Our annual neighborhood Christmas Celebration will occur Saturday, December 6th. Starting at 3:30 PM, the annual Dad’s Santa Parade will roll through the Pollard Estates and Woodchase neighborhoods. After the parade, everyone is invited to join us for Christmas Caroling at 5 PM at 5823 South Pollard Parkway. Refreshments will be available in preparation for our 6 PM start time. In lieu of a group trailer, we ask everyone to bring their own transportation (carts, side by sides, bikes, etc.) Various stops are planned throughout the neighborhoods. We encourage those who aren’t riding in the parade to watch along the route, and those who wish to listen to Christmas carols to gather at any stop to kick off Christmas in Pollard Estates and Woodchase! If you wish to participate in the parade, please email mail@pollardestates.org with your name, address and cell phone to be added to the planning group. More details on our website and Facebook .

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Neighbors -

The Civic Association of Pollard Estates Board of Directors invites all Pollard Estates residents to our open Board Meeting on Monday, November 17th at the South Branch Library (Perkins & Glasgow). Light refreshments and snacks will be served.

This is your chance to hear the latest news about activities in Pollard this year and plans for the holidays. We also have news about upcoming changes to security measures in our neighborhood. Come visit with your neighbors and see the new library; it’s an ideal space for public meetings and community needs.

CAPE Board Openings

Vacant CAPE Board positions available to be filled by neighborhood volunteers will be discussed at the meeting and if you are able to serve on the board, we would welcome your assistance.

Upcoming Events

Christmas Decoration Contest

The Pollard Estates Christmas decorating contest will begin soon and we are thrilled to see all of your homes lit up bright! The winner will be announced on December 22nd, and a home decorating gift certificate will be awarded by your favorite volunteer, dues-based (😉) neighborhood association!

Christmas Parade & Caroling The neighborhoods of Pollard Estates and Woodchase are hosting a Dads Santa parade and Christmas Caroling on Saturday, December 6th starting at 3:30 PM, with Caroling festivities starting at 5:00 PM. Additional details to follow soon!

We hope all residents will come out to our Open Meeting next Monday to meet our CAPE Board of Directors and visit with your neighbors. We look forward to seeing you on Monday, November 17th at 6:00 pm. Parking is available in the library lot off of Glasgow Avenue and the fenced gravel lot on the corner by Perkins Road.

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Dear Neighbors: As Halloween descends upon us tonight we want to remind everyone to be safe and warm for Trick-or-Treat.  Please wear reflective clothing where possible.  While black is the norm for Halloween costumes, it does make nighttime visibility difficult for drivers.  Carrying flashlights will help drivers avoid little ghosts and goblins in the dark.  Parents should accompany children as they make their rounds collecting goodies.

🏆 Halloween Decorating Contest

After much deliberation, the winner of the Halloween decorating contest this year are the Bentons, 5845 Hyacinth Ave, a really dynamic and spooky display.  Congratulations to the winners!

As Halloween descends upon us tonight we want to remind everyone to be safe and warm for Trick-or-Treat.  Please wear reflective clothing where possible.  While black is the norm for Halloween costumes, it does make nighttime visibility difficult for drivers.  Carrying flashlights will help drivers avoid little ghosts and goblins in the dark.  Parents should accompany children as they make their rounds collecting goodies.

Other significant runners-up are:

• 6023 South Pollard Parkway

• 5822 Clematis Drive

• 5889 Clematis Drive

• 1457 Pollard Parkway

• 5823 South Pollard Parkway

There are lots of other spooky decorations around the neighborhood, so look around and enjoy what should be a delightful Halloween with perfect weather.

🍬 Halloween in Pollard Estates

📅 TONIGHT - Friday, October 31st | 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
Expect trick-or-treaters before and after the typical city-parish timeframe.
👻 Tip: Set up candy stations at the end of your driveway to make it easier (and safer!) for kids to collect their goodies. Lighted porches, driveways and warm fires also will entice neighbors to stop.

Other Reminders:

CAPE Dues

If you have not yet paid your CAPE dues please do so as soon as you can! 🌟 You can easily make your payment through the link below on our website, or via Venmo at @Pollard-Estates.

The $150 annual dues per residence help support important neighborhood services, like off-duty police patrols, maintenance, and insurance for our lovely common grounds on Perkins Road. These dues also cover lighting, wireless connections for the license plate reader cameras at our entrances, landscaping, irrigation, and the upkeep of our website and email communications. Plus, they fund the fun social events we host throughout the year!

We’re currently at 55% participation, and our goal is 70%. Your support makes a big difference in keeping Pollard Estates safe, beautiful, and connected! Let’s hit that goal together! 🎯 Thank you for your continued support!

Pay Dues →

Fall Open Board Meeting Please join us on Monday, November 17th at 6 PM at the new South Baton Rouge Branch Library for our fall board meeting. Light refreshments will be served. This is a great opportunity to hear the latest updates about our association, participate in board nominations and elections, pose questions you may have and to pay dues for 2025 or the upcoming 2026 year.

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Happy Haunting!

Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

🌿 Beautification Update

A huge thank you to all the families who helped make our landscaping dreams come true! Thanks to your generosity, we were able to clean up and refresh the front beds of the neighborhood.

Special thanks to:
The Harp, Wimmer, Nusloch, Gibson, Faerber, Dawson, Theriot, Moll, and Savoy families and the Pollard Planters.

We also want to recognize our amazing landscaper, who brought our visionto life. If you’re looking for high-quality landscaping work, we highlyrecommend:

Millscapes Design
👨‍🌾 Justin Miller
📞 225-268-3678
📧 millscapesdesign@gmail.com

October Events

Pollard Estates & Woodchase Witches Ride

Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Starts at 3:00 PM
Join us for our annual Witches Ride! Get your brooms, bikes, or golf cartsready and join in on the fun!

For Witches riding line up in front of 2132 Woodchase blvd at 2:30pm

🏆 Halloween Decorating Contest

Show off your spooky spirit! Judging will take place around October30th, and the winner will receive a $25 gift certificate. Let’s makethe neighborhood shine with creative Halloween displays!

🍬 Halloween in Pollard Estates

📅 Friday, October 31st | 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
With Halloween falling on a Friday this year, expect trick-or-treatersbefore and after the typical city-parish timeframe.
👻 Tip: Set up candy stations at the end of your driveway to make iteasier (and safer!) for kids to collect their goodies.

CAPE Dues

If you have not yet paid your CAPE dues please do so as soon as you can! 🌟 You can easily make your payment through the link below on our website, or via Venmo at @Pollard-Estates.

The $150 annual dues per residence help support important neighborhood services, like off-duty police patrols, maintenance, and insurance for our lovely common grounds on Perkins Road. These dues also cover lighting, wireless connections for the license plate reader cameras at our entrances, landscaping, irrigation, and the upkeep of our website and email communications. Plus, they fund the fun social events we host throughout the year!

We’re currently at 55% participation, and our goal is 70%. Your support makes a big difference in keeping Pollard Estates safe, beautiful, and connected! Let’s hit that goal together! 🎯 Thank you for your continued support!

Pay Dues →

Fall Open Board Meeting

Please join us on Monday, November 17th at 6 PM at the new South Baton Rouge Branch Library for our fall board meeting. Light refreshments will be served. This is a great opportunity to hear the latest updates about our association, participate in board nominations and elections, pose questions you may have and to pay dues for 2025 or the upcoming 2026 year.

🍷 2025 Wine Walk Recap

A heartfelt thank you to all our wonderful hosts and participants who made this year’s Wine Walk such a success! Your hospitality, creativity, and community spirit continue to make Pollard Estates a truly special place to

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We look forward to seeing all of you in the future at CAPE social events and out in the neighborhood.

Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

Neighbors - Believe it or not, fall is quickly approaching, and there are numerous updates for Pollard Estates residents. New Neighbors We continue to welcome new neighbors to Pollard Estates, and we are happy to have an influx of residents who wish to live in the area. With the upcoming events on the horizon, we encourage you to forward this message to any of those you may have met recently so they can join our mailing list and be part of our updated neighborhood directory.

Board Members

Volunteers are needed to serve on the CAPE Board. We would love additional participation from our neighbors, so if you feel called to serve on the board and want to help, please contact us below.

CAPE Dues

If you have not yet paid your CAPE dues please do so as soon as you can! 🌟 You can easily make your payment through the link below on our website, or via Venmo at @Pollard-Estates.

The $150 annual dues per residence help support important neighborhood services, like off-duty police patrols, maintenance, and insurance for our lovely common grounds on Perkins Road. These dues also cover lighting, wireless connections for the license plate reader cameras at our entrances, landscaping, irrigation, and the upkeep of our website and email communications. Plus, they fund the fun social events we host throughout the year!

We’re currently at 55% participation, and our goal is 70%. Your support makes a big difference in keeping Pollard Estates safe, beautiful, and connected! Let’s hit that goal together! 🎯 Thank you for your continued support!

Pay Dues →

Beautification Update A heartfelt thank you to all the families who generously contributed to our neighborhood beautification fund! While we didn’t quite reach our fundraising goal, we were still able to raise $1,200. Thanks to your support, we’ll be moving forward with refreshing the front entrance beds and adding some new plants to give the neighborhood a fresh look for fall.

Looking ahead, the board has agreed that the most efficient and sustainable way to maintain our landscaping is to increase the groundskeeping budget for 2026. This will allow us to update the beds twice a year — something we believe will really enhance the appearance of our community.

Fall Open Board Meeting

Please join us on Monday, November 17th at 6 PM at the new South Baton Rouge Branch Library for our fall board meeting. Light refreshments will be served. This is a great opportunity to hear the latest updates about our association, participate in board nominations and elections, pose questions you may have and to pay dues for 2025 or the upcoming 2026 year.

Upcoming Events

Pollard Estates Wine Walk - See details above.

Pollard Estates & Woodchase Witches Ride - Sunday October 26th at 3 PM. Further details and final route will be shared soon.

Halloween Decorating Contest –  Judging occurs around October 30th, with a $25 gift certificate awarded to the winner.

Halloween in Pollard Estates - October 31st, from 6 PM - 8 PM. With Halloween on a Friday this year, expect trick or treaters before and after the typically scheduled city-parish timeframe. We recommend that all residents set up Trick-or-Treat stations at the end of their driveways to make it easier for kids to collect their goodies.

Christmas Decorating Contest – Judging occurs around December 21st, with a $25 gift certificate awarded to the winner.

Christmas Santa Parade and Caroling - Saturday December 6th, starting at 3 PM. Join us for our newest tradition and oldest tradition, now combined into one large event. Further details and the final route for both the parade and caroling will be shared soon.

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We look forward to seeing all of you in the future at CAPE social events and out in the neighborhood.

Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

February Open Board Meeting

A big thank you to everyone who attended the Open Board Meeting at Maxwell Market on February 19th! During the meeting, we were excited to welcome Amos Gibson to the Board as our new Secretary. We also took a moment to express our gratitude to Wanda Townsend for her six years of dedicated service to both the Board and the neighborhood. Thank you, Wanda, for all your hard work and commitment!

Check out the board minutes here from the latest meeting.

Security

As many of you are aware, there have been several incidents of vehicle break-ins in nearby subdivisions. For your safety and peace of mind, please remember to lock your doors and remove any valuables from your vehicles each night. Additionally, consider parking in well-lit areas and installing security cameras if possible. Arming car alarms can also be a helpful deterrent.

If you are a victim of a break-in, please notify the police immediately at either 9-1-1 for emergencies or 225-389-3863 (Second District Precinct). Also, please inform the CAPE Board at the link below so we can stay informed and continue to work together to improve safety in our community. Together, we can help keep Pollard Estates secure!

2025 Upcoming Events

CALLING ALL OUR PEEPS!!! The Annual CAPE Easter Egg Hunt is just around the corner. The hunt will be divided into age groups: 3 and under, Ages 4-6, and Ages 7+. To have your child participate, please bring two dozen eggs (no chocolate) to the Gladden residence at 5733 Hyacinth by 2 PM on the day of the hunt.

CAPE will provide light snacks and refreshments. And don’t forget, the Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance! You won’t want to miss it!

Please click here if you are interested in more info for 2025 CAPE events.

CAPE Dues

It’s time to renew your CAPE dues for 2025, and we’re excited to have you on board for another great year! 🌟 You can easily make your payment through the link below or via Venmo at @Pollard-Estates.

The $150 annual dues per residence help support important neighborhood services, like off-duty police patrols, maintenance, and insurance for our lovely common grounds on Perkins Road. These dues also cover lighting, wireless connections for the license plate reader cameras at our entrances, landscaping, irrigation, and the upkeep of our website and email communications. Plus, they fund the fun social events we host throughout the year!

We’re currently at 51% participation, and our goal is 70%. Your support makes a big difference in keeping Pollard Estates safe, beautiful, and connected! Let’s hit that goal together! 🎯 Thank you for your continued support!

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Beautification Committee

Hannah Padial has graciously agreed to assist with the reestablishment of the Pollard Beautification Committee. The committee is in the process of running a capital campaign to collect funds to assist with renovation of the front flower beds and sign area. Please contact us at the link below for more information on how you can participate or Venmo @Hannah-Padial with direct donations for the fund. The committee is working with Mark Culotta Landscaping to assist with all beds in the front of the neighborhood twice a year.

Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

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CAPE Open Board Meeting

The Civic Association of Pollard Estates Board of Directors invites all Pollard Estates residents to our open Board Meeting at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, February 19th, at Maxwell’s Market on Perkins Road at Quail Drive. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. This is your chance to hear the latest news about activities in Pollard and plans for new activities this year. We have a full schedule of social activities planned for this year so come out on Wednesday, February 19th and meet your neighbors. The market will be available to us starting at 6:45 PM and space will be limited, so don’t be late.

2025 Upcoming Events

CAPE Dues

CAPE dues for 2025 are now due. Payments can be made using link below or with Venmo, @Pollard-Estates. Confirmation of membership and payment by check can be completed at the Open Board Meeting.

The $150 annual dues per residence are primarily used to pay for off-duty police patrols and upkeep and insurance for common grounds at the front of the neighborhood on Perkins Road. Additional expenses include electrical costs for lighting and wireless connections for the license plate reader cameras that have been installed to cover entrances to Pollard, landscaping and irrigation expenses, website and email expenses, office expenses, and our sponsored neighborhood social events throughout the year.

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If not, please use the link below to access the form on our website to update your contact information and to sign up for this newsletter!

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Beautification Committee

Hannah Padial has graciously agreed to assist with the establishment of a beautification committee for CAPE. Venmo @Hannah-Padial or contact us for more information on how to donate to the beautification fund. The committee is working with Mark Culotta Landscaping to assist with all beds in the front of the neighborhood twice a year

CAPE Board Openings

Vacant CAPE Board positions available to be filled by neighborhood volunteers will be discussed at the meeting and if you are able to serve on the board, we would welcome your assistance. We hope all residents will take advantage of this opportunity to meet with your CAPE Board of Directors and visit with your neighbors. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday night, February 19th.

Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

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Dear Pollard Neighbors:

Thanks to all of you who participated in CAPE for 2024. Strong membership in CAPE from our neighbors ensures that our organization can continue to provide the services and necessities for Pollard Estates.

A variety of different things are covered by your annual dues:

• Patrols by off-duty Baton Rouge Police Department officers

• Insurance coverage

• Maintenance of common areas

• CAPE sponsored events.

The amount being assessed for the period of January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, is One Hundred and Fifty Dollars and Zero Cents ($150.00) per residence. You will notice an increase in dues from the previous year, due to additional requests for police presence and increasing costs related to insurance and maintenance of common areas. Additionally, we have seen a decline in participation since a peak of 70% of households in 2020. You may pay your dues online at the link below or via check to the address listed below. If any of your contact information has changed, visit our website to update your details. Please be sure to notate your address with any payment method noted above.

Regardless of whether you own or lease a property, we invite and encourage all neighbors to be active in CAPE and to help us make this neighborhood a better place to reside. If you have any questions or concerns or feel that you have received this notice in error, please feel free to respond to this email.

We are currently planning our 2025 social events and should have updated on our website and social media soon. Previously, these have included an open board meeting, easter egg hunt, summer social, wine walks, Halloween festivities and Christmas Caroling. If you have any ideas or wish to help our newest event planning board members on the event committee, please email feel free to respond to this email with your thoughts.

Thank you for your support of CAPE and for your commitment to keeping our neighborhood the best kept secret in Baton Rouge!  If you should need anything from us, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

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Good tidings, Pollard residents!

CAPE Christmas Caroling will take place on Saturday, December 21st starting at 5 PM at the corner of South Pollard Parkway and South Columbine Street.  We will have pizza for everyone as well as cookies and hot chocolate.  Christmas apparel accessories will be available and a snow machine will add to the festivities.  Caroling will start at 6:00. We have one confirmed trailer, so if there is another volunteer who can help out on Saturday night, please email us at the link below.

This year, we have assigned specific street intersections for the performances at the approximate indicated times:

1. Elmcrest Circle (north end) - 6:10 PM

2. Pollard Parkway and Hibiscus  - 6:30 PM

3. Forsythia and Tamarix - 6:50 PM

4. South Tamarix and Clematis - 7:10 PM

5. Hyacinth and South Tamarix - 7:30 PM

Please plan to show up at the locations above to cheer on the carolers and enjoy some delightful Christmas music. We look forward to seeing all of you there.

With Warmest Holiday Wishes,

CAPE Board of Directors

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Good tidings, Pollard residents!

We’re glad we are starting to feel that cool holiday spirit in the air. Just like last year, we have a fun handful of events to share with you, and we hope you see you out there with the whole family!

Christmas Decoration Contest

The Pollard Estates Christmas decorating contest began right after Thanksgiving — and we’ve been thrilled to see all of your homes lit up bright! The winner will be announced on December 22nd, and a home decorating gift certificate will be awarded by your favorite volunteer, dues-based (😉) neighborhood association!

Christmas Parade The neighborhoods of Pollard Estates and Woodchase are hosting a Dads Santa parade on Saturday, December 14th at 3:30 p.m. For more information and to RSVP, please visit the Facebook event page here . After the parade, participants and spectators are invited to meet at the corner of Hyacinth and South Tamarix in Pollard for a holiday celebration party. Please BYOB and any chairs/blankets you’d like!

Christmas Caroling Christmas Caroling will take place this year on Saturday, December 21st. We are requesting volunteers with large trailers to bring those, decorated if possible, to the staging point so we can travel through the neighborhood spreading Christmas cheer. If you have a trailer and would like to volunteer, send us an email so we can plan accordingly.

On the night of the event, all carolers should meet at the intersection of South Pollard/South Columbine (the Brassett’s house, 5823 South Pollard) between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m. to board the trailers and rehearse the songs. We will start caroling at 6:00 and return to our starting place in about 1 ½ to 2 hours.

Pizza, hot chocolate, bottled water, and cookies will be provided, as well as colorful Christmas accessories to add to the holiday cheer. Guitar accompaniment will keep everyone in tune, and lyric sheets will be provided to help us all sing along. If any Pollard resident would like a caroling stop at their house, send us an email with your address so we can include it along the route.

We had a great turnout last year and everyone had a good time. We look forward to seeing you there to kick off the Christmas celebration!

With Warmest Holiday Wishes,

CAPE Board of Directors

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Dear Neighbors:

As Halloween descends upon us tonight we want to remind everyone to be safe and warm for Trick-or-Treat.  Some rain is a possibility, so plan accordingly.  Please wear reflective clothing where possible.  While black is the norm for Halloween costumes, it does make nighttime visibility difficult for drivers.  Carrying flashlights will help drivers avoid little ghosts and goblins in the dark.  Parents should accompany children as they make their rounds collecting goodies.

Trick-or-Treat hours in Baton Rouge should last between 6:00 and 8:00 pm.  We request that homeowners set up tables near the road to give out treats like last year to make it easier for the kids to get from house to house.  If you want the kids to knock on your door, please leave your porch lights on.

The winner of the Halloween decorating contest this year is the Gambles, 5988 South Pollard Parkway, a well-planned and comprehensive display.  Congratulations.

Other significant runners-up are:

• 1578 Pollard Parkway

• 1855 Pollard Parkway

• 5823 South Pollard Parkway

• 6023 South Pollard Parkway

• 9185 South Pollard Parkway

• 1955 Tamarix

• 1956 Tamarix

• 2053 Tamarix

• 1322 Dahlia

• 1712 Dahlia

• 1167 Elmcrest

• 5647 Hyacinth

• 5845 Hyacinth

There are lots of other spooky decorations around the neighborhood, so look around and enjoy what should be a delightful Halloween.

Happy Haunting,

CAPE Board of Directors

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Fall is officially here, although the usual fall weather change is still trying to catch up with the calendar.  Hurricane season is still with us, as seen from the recent flurry of activity in the tropics.  We seem to have dodged the hurricane bullet so far this year; let’s hope that continues for the rest of the year. The disastrous flooding in North Carolina is a reminder of what a rain-heavy hurricane could bring to our area, and all residents should remain prepared to react if such an event should befall Baton Rouge. Flood prevention efforts are slowly progressing around the parish, but there is still a long way to go.

New Neighbors

We continue to welcome new neighbors to Pollard Estates, and we are happy to have an influx of residents who wish to live in the area. With the fall in full swing, and upcoming events on the horizon, we encourage you to forward message to any of those you may have met recently so they can join our mailing list and be part of our updated neighborhood directory. 

Golf Carts

There has been a proliferation of golf carts and other small all-terrain vehicles on our streets; and while these are not strictly permitted by current traffic laws, they do become a hazard when driven by underage occupants. There have been reports of grade-school children driving these vehicles around the neighborhood with no regard for stop signs or other rules of the road and no adult supervision. If this continues, it will eventually result in a serious accident with possible tragic injuries. Please supervise your children’s access to these vehicles before that happens.

Dues

There are still a lot of households who have not paid their CAPE dues for 2024. Our participation for the year is around 65% of residents, and expenses continue to rise. Please pay your dues so that we can continue to provide security, insurance, and grounds maintenance services for the neighborhood. Please contact us below if you have a question regarding your current membership.

Fall Event Schedule

The remaining CAPE event schedule for this year is as follows:

• Halloween Decorating Contest –  Judging will occur on October 30th, with a $25 gift certificate awarded to the winner. Let’s keep the spooky spirit alive! Halloween falls on a Thursday this year, and we recommend that all residents set up Trick-or-Treat stations at the end of their driveways to make it easier for kids to collect their goodies.

• Christmas Decorating Contest – Christmas decorations are always special in Pollard Estates. Judging will be done on December 22nd, and a $25 gift certificate will be awarded to the winner.

• Christmas Caroling – December 21st . This is mostly for the kids and consists of transportation around the neighborhood singing Christmas carols. Light food and refreshments will be provided. We had a tremendous turnout last year. More details will be forthcoming in December.

Board Members

Volunteers are needed to serve on the CAPE Board. Attrition has resulted in only seven board members remaining. Volunteers are needed for communications and membership positions. If you feel qualified to serve on the board and want to help, please contact us below.

We look forward to seeing all of you in the future at CAPE social events and out in the neighborhood.

Dear Pollard Neighbors:

Spring is here, and we’re excited about some of the events we’re hosting this season as the weather warms and the flowers bloom. Read on for details!

EASTER EGG HUNT – April 1, 3:00 pm

Our annual CAPE Easter Egg Hunt is planned for Saturday, April 1st at the vacant lot behind 5815 Hibiscus Street just off of South Columbine. We had a great turnout last year on a wonderful sunny afternoon, and we’re looking forward to another day of fun with the whole family this year.

Parents are requested to bring 2 dozen filled plastic Easter eggs for each participating child to 5845 South Pollard Parkway or 5945 Hyacinth Avenue prior to April 1st. A sign-up sheet will be available to register each child for the hunt. Please don’t fill the plastic eggs with treats that can melt in the sun. (Small toys are a popular option, rather than chocolate candies).

We will have snowcones available and the Easter Bunny will be there to greet the kids and pose for pictures. We’re looking for volunteers to help hide eggs and supervise the event. If you’re willing to help, please come about an hour before the hunt.

All are welcome! Come on out, have some fun, and enjoy a snowball. We hope to see you there.

CAPE DUES
CAPE dues fund our social activities for the entire year and cover the ongoing expenses for our off-duty police patrols, landscape maintenance, insurance, LPR camera support, and more. So far, we have only received payment from 40% of residences. If you have not yet made your contribution, please do so as soon as possible.  Dues can be paid online through our website or with a check mailed to our post office box address at the bottom of this page.

NEW CAPE BOARD MEMBERS
Two new residents have volunteered to join the Board of Directors, replacing members who are stepping down. Daniel Grammer has joined as the Communications Director and Liz Russell has joined as the Beautification Director. We sincerely thank them for agreeing to serve.

NO SOLICITATION
Pollard Estates is now officially a No Solicitation neighborhood. If you encounter solicitors working in the neighborhood on behalf of various businesses or causes, you can tell them to leave. (If they don’t, you can ask the police to escort them out of the neighborhood). Political soliciting is exempt from the ordinance, as is soliciting by religious organizations.

PET SECURITY
In addition to coyotes roaming our neighborhood at night looking for loose cats and dogs, a pair of bobcats has been spotted along the edge of the church property adjacent to South Pollard Parkway.  While coyotes cannot access a fenced and gated backyard, bobcats can easily climb and gain access over most fences. Be aware and use caution when letting your pets out in your backyard at night.

WINE WALK – Saturday, April 22
Looking ahead to the future, we will have a Spring Wine Walk on Saturday, April 22nd.  More details on that event are forthcoming in the April Newsletter.

We hope to see you all at one or more of our social events this year, and wish you the very best as we all go forward to a brighter future.

Sincerely,

CAPE Board of Directors

Dear Pollard Neighbors:

The CAPE Fall Wine Walk is scheduled for Friday night, October 15th. The Wine Walk starts at 6:00 pm and usually lasts until about 9:00. The route is usually about 1 mile long with four wine tasting and socializing stations. All you have to do to participate is drop off a bottle of your favorite wine at 5845 South Pollard Parkway and sign up prior to October 14th, and then show up with your wine glass for the walk. CAPE will provide complementary cheeses and crackers for all of the donated wines, which will be divided among the four tasting stations. 

To sign up, sign up here or you can contact Steve Oivanki directly at 225-620-5682. If you would like to volunteer to host one of the tasting stations please let us know; it would involve setting up a table in your front yard or driveway to serve the wines, cheeses, and crackers. We will contact all walkers by Friday morning with the route of the walk and the location of the tasting stations. This is a great chance to meet your neighbors and share the news of the day and relax on a Friday night. If it happens to rain on Friday, we will reschedule for a later date. We had a great turnout for the spring wine walk, and we hope to see you all there on the 15th!

Halloween Events

Halloween will take place on Sunday October 31st. Neighbors are encouraged to set up at the end of their driveways to reward the little goblins trekking the neighborhood in search of treats.  Please take proper sanitary precautions when handing out treats.  Parents are urged to accompany children during the event, to wear reflective clothing and carry flashlights for night visibility.  Homeowners participating in Trick-or-Treat should have their porch lights on.

CAPE will judge the neighborhood Halloween Decoration Contest again this year. Judging will take place the night of October 30th, so put up your scariest display. The winner will receive a gift card.

East Baton Rouge Stormwater Master Plan

The public meeting on the stormwater master plan for the Ward Creek watershed will take place on October 21st from 6-7 pm as a virtual meeting. If you wish to attend, you can register here.

CAPE Membership

Our fall membership drive is in full swing. We are working to reach our goal of 70% participation from our neighbors. Reminder invoices were recently mailed and emailed to those who have not paid. Dues have historically been to used to provide security by off-duty police officers. Recently, we have been able to use funds on the following projects:

• Installation of license plate reader cameras at each entrance

• Replacement of the deteriorating Pollard Estates sign at Perkins Road

• Upgrading the website with a more modern look, including the ability to accept payments online

• Establishing a digital version of the Pollard Estates directory

There are a variety of ways to submit payments, either online, by mailing a check, or just attending a CAPE sponsored event. If you know of a new neighbor who may be interested in joining CAPE, forward them this email or encourage them to visit our website for more information. We continue to appreciate participation by all of our neighbors.

We look forward to seeing everyone at our upcoming events

Best regards

CAPE Board of Directors

Dear Pollard Neighbors:

Fall weather has finally arrived, at least temporarily. The onset of cool mornings and pleasant afternoons has inspired many Pollard residents to take advantage with walks and bike rides around the neighborhood. It’s nice to see so many people enjoying the outdoors.

Fall Membership Drive

As of this date we have collected dues from 54 percent of the homeowners in Pollard Estates. Our goal of 70 percent participation is still achievable if those who have overlooked their dues for this year will remit their payment soon. Reminder invoices were recently mailed and emailed to those who have not paid. Dues have historically been to used to provide security by off-duty police officers. Recently, we have been able to use funds on the following projects:

• Installation of license plate reader cameras at each entrance

• Replacement of the deteriorating Pollard Estates sign at Perkins Road

• Upgrading the website with a more modern look, including the ability to accept payments online

• Establishing a digital version of the Pollard Estates directory

There are a variety of ways to submit payments, either online, by mailing a check, or just attending a CAPE sponsored event. If you know of a new neighbor who may be interested in joining CAPE, forward them this email or encourage them to visit our website for more information. We continue to appreciate participation by all of our neighbors. 

Fall Wine Walk

The Fall Wine Walk is currently scheduled for Friday, October 15th at 6:00 pm. It was moved up a week to avoid a conflict with the St. Aloysius Fair.  Similar to past events, participants would contribute a bottle of their favorite wine and CAPE would provide various cheeses and crackers to complement the wines provided. Attendees should bring their own glass, but Pollard Estates logo glasses will also be available. Hosts at each tasting station would handle distribution of food and wine with proper sanitation. As a reminder, everyone should practice social distancing or have a face mask for use at your discretion.

If you are interested in hosting a tasting location this fall, or would like to attend the event, please fill out the attendance form here. You may also contact Steve Oivanki directly at (225) 620-5682 with any questions or concerns. We will be in contact with all attendees prior to the event with further instructions and details. 

Halloween

Halloween events will take place on Sunday October 31st. Neighbors are encouraged to set up at the end of their driveways to reward the little goblins trekking the neighborhood in search of treats.  Please take proper sanitary precautions when handing out treats.  Parents are urged to accompany children during the event, to wear reflective clothing and carry flashlights for night visibility.  Homeowners participating in Trick-or-Treat should have their porch lights on.

CAPE will sponsor a Halloween Decorating Contest again this year, so break out your scariest decorations to liven up the spooky season.  We will reward the contest winner with a gift certificate.

Baton Rouge Stormwater Master Plan

Public meetings are currently being conducted for the Baton Rouge Stormwater Master Plan. Any stakeholders are encouraged to provide their input on what the plan should cover and what mitigation should be incorporated.  The meetings are being conducted virtually by watershed; Pollard Estates is located in the Ward Creek watershed.  When the date and time for that watershed meeting is announced, notifications will be made publicly so residents can participate if they desire.

Hurricane Ida

Debris from the recent storm is piled in most front yards and driveways. To keep track of the progress of debris pickup in Baton Rouge, you can view the following city website here. 

Pollard Estates Directory

Our updated directory is available on the website and for download here. The directory is updated on a continuous basis with all current homeowners.  As property is transferred or new neighbors move in, please feel free to let us know so we can update our records accordingly.

November Public Board Meeting

Due to the uncertainty regarding the official requirements for public meetings in indoor public venues, the availability of the Fisheries and Wildlife building will be evaluated later in the year to decide if the November public board meeting will take place there. We encourage any neighbors who may have questions or concerns to email us at their convenience. 

We look forward to a pleasant fall and seeing all of you out in the neighborhood and at future CAPE social events.

With best regards,

Board of Directors

Dear Pollard Neighbors -

The timeframe for the Summer Picnic has been extended and will now start at 1 PM. Please join us on Saturday, June 12 at the large vacant lot on South Columbine just south of South Pollard Parkway. CAPE has partnered with Iverstine Butcher to provide food for our members. (Please bring your own beverages of choice). We will also have an inflatable water slide for the kids. This is a great chance to meet your Pollard neighbors and enjoy a day in the sun without masks.

We do need neighbors to volunteer to make everything happen. Preparation and set up will start around 12 PM, so please come early if you can. We will need a few pop-up canopies, lawn chairs and tables as well. Cleanup will start around 5 PM.

For planning purposes, please RSVP by Thursday June 10th with the number of attendees from your family by responding to this message or contacting us s below. If you are looking to volunteer or have items you can donate for use, please provide those details in your response. As always, we will be accepting dues payments at the event, or you can pay online at our website.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the event on June 12th.

Best regards

CAPE Board of Directors