BATON ROUGE, Lousiana -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is announcing the latest mobile locations for its Blue Roof program sign up starting Sept 30. The three Mobile Communication Vehicles (MCVs) will be in place from 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily to assist residents with Hurricane Ida structural roof damage apply for the … Continue reading USACE’s mobile Blue Roof sign-up vehicles in Assumption, St. Charles, Tangipahoe, Terrebonne parishes
Category: Ida
New Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Belle Chasse
BATON ROUGE, La. – A disaster recovery center has opened again in Belle Chasse, but this time at the Plaquemines Government Complex. Survivors affected by Hurricane Ida can get help with their disaster assistance applications, upload documents, speak with mitigation specialists and get questions answered about federal disaster assistance. The center is located at: Plaquemines … Continue reading New Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Belle Chasse
FEMA Request: Multi- Family Lease and Repair RFI
Multi-Family Lease and Repair (MLR) is a form of Direct Temporary Housing Assistance that allows The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to repair or make improvements to existing multi-family rental property for the purpose of providing temporary housing to eligible applicants who are displaced due to Hurricane Ida under [DR-4611-LA]. FEMA may utilize this form … Continue reading FEMA Request: Multi- Family Lease and Repair RFI
FEMA Request: Hurricane Ida Direct Lease Info
FEMA is principally seeking potential management companies who do the predominance of their business in the parishes listed below, within reasonable commuting distance to the parishes in the State of Louisiana, but all interested property owners are encouraged to participate. Under Direct Lease, FEMA is seeking property portfolios with properties readily available to lease to … Continue reading FEMA Request: Hurricane Ida Direct Lease Info
FEMA Announces Open Application Period for $1.16 billion for Hazard Mitigation Grants
FEMA Announces Open Application Period for $1.16 billion for Hazard Mitigation Grants
Temporary Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Donaldsonville
Temporary Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Donaldsonville
Save Time, Money by Contacting Local Officials Before Rebuilding
Before starting repairs on your home, contact your local officials to see if there are permit requirements or rebuilding regulations you will need to follow. It will save you time and money! Contact local officials before starting your repairs. ▪ If your home was damaged, contact your community’s floodplain, building and permitting departments to determine … Continue reading Save Time, Money by Contacting Local Officials Before Rebuilding
Port Fourchon: Storm Recovery Update
GLPC STORM RECOVERY PHASE Hurricane Ida UPDATE #22 September 29, 2021 4:30 p.m. Port Fourchon’s Recovery Phase continues post-Ida as we make continual progress. LATEST UPDATES: BAYOU LAFOURCHE: The Bayou Lafourche channel south of the Galliano (Tarpon) Lift Bridge, known locally as the South Lafourche Bridge, is now open to vessel traffic. Mariners are advised to use … Continue reading Port Fourchon: Storm Recovery Update
Operation Blue Roof sign-up for hurricane damage extended through October 15
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Blue Roof program sign-up deadline is extended through October 15, 2021 for the residents who sustained Hurricane Ida damage in the 25 eligible parishes in southeastern Louisiana. “The state identified the need for this service still exists in the area and made a request to … Continue reading Operation Blue Roof sign-up for hurricane damage extended through October 15
Disaster Recovery Center Opens at New Orleans Main Library
BATON ROUGE, La. – Survivors affected by Hurricane Ida can now meet with FEMA specialists at a temporary disaster recovery center at the main branch of the New Orleans Public Library to start planning their recovery. The center is located at: New Orleans Public Library—Main Branch, 1st floor 219 Loyola Ave. New Orleans, LA 70112 … Continue reading Disaster Recovery Center Opens at New Orleans Main Library
Disaster Recovery Center in Belle Chasse Changing Locations
Disaster Recovery Center in Belle Chasse Changing Locations
NOLA: City Launches Hurricane Ida Insurance deductible program to assist homeowners
NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans today announced the launch of a new program to assist Orleans Parish residents impacted by Hurricane Ida. Beginning tomorrow, Sept. 30, 2021, the Mayor’s Office of Housing Policy and Community Development will accept applications for the Hurricane Ida Insurance Deductible Program. The City expects to spend up to $2 million in Neighborhood Housing Improvement Funds (NHIF) that will provide financial assistance to households earning up to 140 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI), estimated at about $98,140 for a … Continue reading NOLA: City Launches Hurricane Ida Insurance deductible program to assist homeowners
City of New Orleans expands initiatives to facilitate affordable housing and commercial development through CEA with NORA
NEW ORLEANS — Today, Mayor LaToya Cantrell signed an Ordinance to move forward with a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) with the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA), outlining the terms and responsibilities for the redevelopment of City-owned properties. The Council also approved the execution of two lease agreements for the development of City-owned properties located at … Continue reading City of New Orleans expands initiatives to facilitate affordable housing and commercial development through CEA with NORA
City of New Orleans and the Entergy Energy Smart Program Remind Residents of Hurricane Ida Recovery Resources
NEW ORLEANS — Today, the City of New Orleans reminded residents and business owners of the availability of Entergy New Orleans’ Energy Smart Program. Energy Smart is an energy efficiency program administered by Entergy New Orleans on behalf of the New Orleans City Council, that provides energy incentives and resources to residents in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. … Continue reading City of New Orleans and the Entergy Energy Smart Program Remind Residents of Hurricane Ida Recovery Resources
Port Fourchon: Storm Recovery Update
GLPC STORM RECOVERY PHASE Hurricane Ida UPDATE #21 September 27, 2021 1:45 p.m. Port Fourchon’s Recovery Phase continues post-Ida as we make continual progress. LATEST UPDATES: POWER AT PORT: Entergy is working with port tenant companies this week to bring their facilities back online safely. POWER AT AIRPORT: The South Lafourche Airport in Galliano is back online … Continue reading Port Fourchon: Storm Recovery Update
FEMA Advisory: Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Golden Meadow
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Golden Meadow BATON ROUGE, La. – A temporary FEMA disaster recovery center is up and running in Golden Meadow to support survivors who need help after Hurricane Ida. At recovery centers, survivors may apply with FEMA, upload documents needed in the application process and have their questions answered. Representatives from … Continue reading FEMA Advisory: Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Golden Meadow
FEMA Mitigation Specialists on Hand at Local Hardware Stores
DR-4611-LA MA-008 Media Advisory BATON ROUGE, La. – Survivors in Louisiana who are rebuilding or repairing their homes after Hurricane Ida can visit a local home improvement store to speak with FEMA representatives about steps they can take to make their homes safer, stronger and more resilient. Mitigation specialists will be on hand to answer … Continue reading FEMA Mitigation Specialists on Hand at Local Hardware Stores
DCFS: Hours Extended for DSNAP A-Z Days on Sept. 24-25
Hours Extended for DSNAP A-Z Days on Sept. 24-25 Applicants in Phase 1 parishes will be able to call in from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. September 23, 2021 The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services is extending the hours for DSNAP interviews on Friday, September 24, and Saturday, September 25, to allow all … Continue reading DCFS: Hours Extended for DSNAP A-Z Days on Sept. 24-25
FEMA Fact Sheet: Tips for Returning Home Safely After a Disaster
DR-4611-LA FS 018 Everyone is anxious to get back into their home after a disaster. If you evacuated, you may be worried about what you will find when you get back. But, don’t rush in when you arrive. There are certain precautions to follow if you find your home had damage. Be aware that your … Continue reading FEMA Fact Sheet: Tips for Returning Home Safely After a Disaster
FEMA Fact Sheet: What Info Does FEMA Ask for in the Application?
FEMA Fact Sheet DR-4611-LA FS 019 It can be intimidating to fill out a government form to get help when you have been through so much. Knowing what you will be asked on the FEMA application and what information you need to have at hand can help you feel ready. Preparing for the FEMA application … Continue reading FEMA Fact Sheet: What Info Does FEMA Ask for in the Application?