Catch up on all things #TeamLHC, see where we've traveled, projects completed, board meeting recap, public funding announcements, and more.
LHC's mission is to ensure that every Louisiana resident is granted an opportunity to obtain safe, affordable, energy-efficient housing. We administer federal and state funds through programs designed to advance the development of energy-efficient and affordable housing for working families, drive housing policy for Louisiana, and oversee the state's Disaster Housing Task Force.
Each day, this ongoing challenge to produce more safe, affordable, and energy-efficient housing is met by a dedicated staff of professionals who help families make their housing dreams a reality.
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1st Quarter of 2024 LHC Staff Meeting
Louisiana Housing Corporation held its first annual staff meeting of 2024. New staff members who recently joined #TeamLHC were honored. LHC's Quarterly Achievement Award went to Alicia George for her exceptional performance at LHC.
2024 Fair Housing Summit
LHC is proud to announce its inaugural Fair Housing Summit on Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 2415 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808. Themed Fair Housing for All: Uniting Communities, Bridging Gaps, the summit marks the 56th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act.
If you wish to attend, please click below to register now:
For February, LHC On Your Block highlights our Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Watch this video to see how the LIHEAP program helped Lorry Davis keep the lights on in her home. The LIHEAP Program was created in 1981 to assist low-income households with utility bills. A special thank you to the Lafourche Office of Community Action for also helping Lorry apply for the LIHEAP Program.
Lenders, Realtors, and Loan Officers Award Ceremony
#TeamLHC honored its top lenders, realtors, and loan officers for helping the citizens of Louisiana find their dream homes at affordable prices. NOLA Lending, a division of Fidelity Bank, received the top lender award. Currently with the Lower Group, Taylor Rogers received the top loan officer award. Richard Spears received the top realtor award. Congratulations to these organizations and individuals!
Funding Announcements & Public Notices
Call to List Available Rental Units Statewide
There is still time for you to do your part! A special #TeamLHC reminder to all Louisiana landlords, list your available rental units or apartment vacancies to help families continue to recover from the most recent storms. You can list your property for free online at LA Housing Search.You can also update them by phone at 1-877-428-884.
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Our Lady of the Lake's 100th Anniversary
#TeamLHC sponsored OLOL's anniversary by helping bring in Dr. James O'Connell to speak in the capital city about the challenges of homelessness.
Greater Ascension Rotary Club
Mrs. Willman spoke to Greater Ascension Rotary Club members on the current battles homeowners face when finding affordable housing.
Madison Prep Academy, Baton Rouge
Homeownership Marketing Representative Dexter Alexander also attended "Take It to the Bank." Baton Rouge LSU AgCenter put on the event; Dexter helped orchestrate a financial literacy focusing on housing. He discussed budgeting and preparation for homeownership with the students.
Homeownership Townhall
Senator Regina Barrow and Representative Vanessa Lafleur spoke with LHC's Marketing Representative Supervisor, Daniel Duggan, about the importance and value of homeownership.
Baker Home Rehabilitation Program
Mrs. Willman participated in the Baker Home Rehabilitation Program video. LHC played a vital role in rehabilitating the homes in the City of Baker. The video is expected to come out soon.
Lake Charles
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Human Services Department held the Annual Community Impact Meeting. Chief of Programs Officer Brenda Evans, Housing and Homeless Services Administrator Winona Connor, and CoC Manager Carrie Patterson attended and spoke at this event.
Central
Dexter also attended a Resource Fair in the City of Central.
Rayville, LA
Daniel also ventured to Rayville to put on a homebuyer event and Delta 100 show.
LHC Board Of Directors Meeting Recap
Project Highlights
Canal Crossing Senior Apartments | New Orleans, LA
LHC Board of Directors approved $11M in Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds in one or more series to finance the acquisition, construction, and equipping of a multifamily housing development in Louisiana.
Action Items
Approved issuing a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the preliminary commitment of up to $35M of combined HUD HOME-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) funds and HUD CDBG-DR 2020-2021 funds to provide funding for the development of multifamily affordable rental housing in Louisiana to assist people experiencing homelessness, those at risk of becoming homeless, and other vulnerable populations.
Approved a Request for Proposals (RFP) to seek proposals for Professional Title, closing, and Foreclosure Services and to provide for other matters in connection therewith.
Approved RFP to seek proposals for Property Management Services of Mid-City Gardens Apartments, Property Management Services of Willowbrook Apartments, and Property Management Services of Village de Jardin Apartments
Approved RFP to select and contract with selected proposer(s) for Environmental Services
Approved selection and contract with The Workforce Group, LLC to the RFP for Consulting Services for Homelessness and Housing Voucher Programs.
Approval of the State's 2025 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP)
LHC celebrated National Employee Appreciation on March 1, 2024, by highlighting some of LHC's employees. Check out to see our longest-serving employee and who is most likely to get to work first. LHC could not function without its employees, and we appreciate their hard work.
#TeamLHC also celebrated International Women's Day! LHC wants to thank all women who work hard to make, safe, energy-efficient, and affordable housing possible in Louisiana.
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