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Louisiana Housing Corporation's Monthly Newsletter

April 2024

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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Corporation Updates

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#TeamLHC buzzes with excitement as we welcome Leslie Chambers as our new Chief of Staff. Leslie is a proud graduate of Southern University, where she earned her bachelor's degree in English/Liberal Arts and her Juris Doctorate from Southern University Law Center. Before joining LHC, Leslie served as Assistant Chief Administrative Officer to Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome from 2020 to 2024, Deputy Executive Counsel and Criminal Justice Policy Advisor for former Governor John Bel Edwards from 2018 to 2022, and Assistant District Attorney for East Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney Hillar Moore, III 2009-2018. Leslie is a proven leader and has successfully advanced policies that matter to Louisiana's citizens. Leslie, we are so happy to have you on our team!

Fair Housing 

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To commemorate Fair Housing Month, #TeamLHC partnered with the Louisiana Office of Attorney General to discuss the importance of your rights and what actions you can take if they are violated. 

Fair Housing Summit

LHC Fair Housing Summit 2024

#TeamLHC also hosted the public for a Fair Housing Summit, inviting guest speakers from all across Louisiana to promote fair housing practices and foster inclusive communities. LHC facilitated meaningful discussions, shared insights, and collaborated on strategies to advance fair housing opportunities for all. 

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LHC On Your Block Pathways to Homeownership

The path to homeownership can sometimes be tough, but that is why #TeamLHC is here to help. Watch this video to hear from one of LHC's newest homeowners about her experience with the Pathways to Homeownership Soft Second Program.

Funding Announcements & Public Notices

NOFA: HOME-ARP SERVICES AND NON-PROFITS ASSISTANCE

The Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) released the 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. This NOFA is designed to provide funding for the development of multifamily affordable rental housing development in the state of Louisiana to assist people experiencing homelessness, those at risk of becoming homeless, and other vulnerable populations. To view on the NOFA, click on the graphic below. 

USE THIS ONE HOMELESS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT NOFA WORKSHOP

2025 QUALIFIED ALLOCATION PLAN (QAP)

LHC held a 2025 QAP Application Workshop on April 9, 2024. To view the 2025 QAP, click the graphic below. 

2025 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) WorkshopApplication Process (5)

2024 Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Annual Grant Application

LHC held a public hearing on April 29, 2024, to obtain public comments on the 2024 Weatherization Assistance Program Annual Grant Application. Click on the graphic below to view the State of Louisiana 2024 Proposed State Plan. 

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LHC Around the state (6)

Franklin

#TeamLHC and St. Mary's Community Action hosted a homebuyer educational seminar. LHC Homeownership Marketing Supervisor Daniel Duggan and LHC Board Member Willie Rack joined St. Mary's Community Action Agency Executive Director Almetra Franklin for the lesson. Over 35 people learned about homebuyer counseling, education, and the State of Louisiana down payment assistance. 

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Baton Rouge

LHC staff got their hearts pumping at the Capital Area Walk. LHC raised over $1,000 to show their support, and a special congrats to Sharonda Rachal who won the Move More Challenge

2024 National Home Performance Conference

Construction & Compliance Monitoring Administrator Todd Folse and Training Center Coordinator Pam Lewandowski traveled to Minnesota for the National Home Performance Conference. 

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Daniel Duggan joined Jericho Road in Terrebonne Parish to unveil the first 19 of 27 homes for the resettlement of Isle deJean Charles.

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2024 LAAHP Conference

#TeamLHC attended the LAAHP Conference in New Orleans to participate in conversations centered around the rising interest rates, the future of LIHTC in Louisiana, and more. 

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#TeamLHC at Baton Roue Heart Walk

Louisiana Realtor Day of Action

LHC Homeownership Department spent the day presenting to realtors about the benefits of LHC's programs at the Capital Hilton Hotel. 

LA Realtor Day of Action at the Capital Hilton

Women's Council of Realtors Office of Baton Rouge

#TeamLHC hosted a Sip N Social event at Lighthouse Coffee to talk with the Women's Council of Realtors Office.

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Louisiana Jumpstart Coalition

Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome joined #TeamLHC and the LJC for their quarterly meeting in Baton Rouge.

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LHC Board Of Directors Meeting Recap

April 2024

LHC Board of Directors Swear In Board Appointments

Jennifer Vidrine & Christian Gil 

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Project Highlights

  • Millennium Studios III | Shreveport, LA

 The Board of Directors approved a $1.5M Multifamily Housing Revenue Note for Millennium Studios III, a 122-unit residential rental project in Caddo Parish. 

 

Action Items

  • State and Federal Legislative
  • Disposition Plan of LHC owned assets 
  • Approved issuing a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) to seek proposals from entities to provide Homelessness Prevention Services using HOME-ARP funding for Rapid Rehousing, Supportive Services, and Capacity Building. 
  • Approved a Request for Proposals (RFP) to seek proposals for a contractor or firm to provide a Statewide Housing Needs Assessment. 
  • Approved LHC's resolution and authorization to select and contract with selected proposer(s) to the RFP for Single Family Master Servicer were approved. 

50 Years of CDBG

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LHC proudly commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Community Block Development Block Grant (CDBG), reflecting on its profound impact on community development across the state. 

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LHC In The News

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As more Louisianans get fortified roofs, debate emerges over size of insurance discounts

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American Press

Housing assistance program opens office in LHC

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West Monroe invited to apply for the Make a Difference Grant

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BR Catholic Diocese

Saint Vincent de Paul to Construct Baton Rouge's First Non-Congregate Shelter

Jeff Landry Governor

Governor Landry Announces New Appointments to Boards and Commissions

LHC Upcoming Events

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