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Louisiana Housing Corporation's Monthly Newsletter

November 2023

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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LHC Projects Highlights

DRAKES LANDING (Baton Rouge)

$9 million in PRIME, $30 million in Mortgage Revenue Bonds, and $1.5 million in Low Income Housing Tax Credits. 

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SOLID GROUND SAFE HAVEN (Shreveport)

$1.75 million in CDBG-DR

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LHC Funding Announcements & Public Notices

Request for Proposals (RFP): Consulting Services for Homelessness and Housing Voucher Programs & Environmental Services

The Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) Board of Directors approved the issuance of a RFP for Environmental Services and Consulting Services for Homelessness and Housing Voucher Programs. Each RFP, FAQ, and Addendum has been uploaded to LHC's Website. Click the buttons to download each PDF.

RFP: ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
RFP: CONSULTING SERVICES FOR HOMELESSNESS AND HOUSING VOUCHER PROGRAMS
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ADDENDUM #1: RFP ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
FAQ: RFP ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
FAQS: RFPs FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES & HOMELESSNESS AND HOUSING VOUCHER PROGRAMS

LHC Signing Day

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#TeamLHC has been working through November, helping Louisiana residents find affordable homes and become homeowners. We are proud to say that we are seeing great results. Great job Homeownership team!

LHC On Your Block

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Pre-Draft 2025 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) Meetings

In an effort to expand our reach, LHC hosted three discussion sessions across the state for the 2025 Pre-Draft QAP. The meetings were held in Monroe, New Orleans, and Baton Rouge, and allowed folks to contribute their insights and recommendations for the framework of the 2025 QAP.

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LaPlace

LHC joined community leaders at the Energy Justice to the People Roadshow, to learn more about the benefits of solar and resiliency features and home weatherization funds.

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Baton Rouge

LHC's Daniel Duggan was the keynote speaker at Caresouth, where he focused on how the Keys for Service Program can help healthcare workers become homeowners. 

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#TeamLHC visited New Isle de Jean Charles to get a progress update of the Phase II construction. The project will construct 19 units using federal HOME program funds that LHC administers. 

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Monroe

LHC's Homeownership Team also conducted continuing education classes for real estate agents in North Louisiana. The classes took place in Monroe, Shreveport, and Bossier City. 

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LHC Board Of Directors Meeting Recap

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LHC Board of Directors Approve Resolution of the Home Appliance Replacement Program (HARP) for Senior Citizens  

Project Highlights

  • Morningside at Joor Place | Baton Rouge, LA. LHC board of directors approved the issue to not to exceed $22,400,000 in Multifamily Revenue Bonds. The new construction project will consist of 145 units dedicated to senior citizens under a fixed income. There will be 73 one-bedroom and 72 two-bedroom units.
  • LHC Board members accept Audit Results regarding June 30, 2023 from LHC General Fund, LHC Combined Willowbrook Apartments, Village de Jardin Apartments, Mid-City Garden Apartments, and Louisiana Housing Authority. 

Action Items

  • Board members approved the issuance of a RFP for Environmental Services and Consulting Services for Homelessness and Housing Voucher Programs. 
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Hunger and Homelessness Awareness

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Homelessness is every day, not just a holiday. Throughout the month of November, LHC participated or assisted with events, coordinated by the Homelessness Solutions Department, to help alleviate the burdens of hunger and homelessness in Louisiana. LHC successfully participated in 13 events, across 9 regions, creating awareness and promoting resources for homelessness.

 

This also launched the Service Champion Award. LHC will award six deserving nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individuals who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to serving Louisiana's homeless population. 

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Think Tank House Party

LHC's Bayou Classic Think Tank House Party was a huge success! Thank you to our Homeownership staff, our partners at HUD, and our sponsors for making this event possible. Think Tank House Party is about educating Louisiana citizens about the homeownership process and its benefits. 

Think Tank House Party Recap 2023

Veterans Day

Honoring our very own this November for Veterans Day. The Public Affairs Department highlighted two LHC employees Ronald Head and Konchetta Bringier, on their service in the armed forces. #TeamLHC is grateful for all of our veterans. 

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LHC In The News

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New Orleans working to house people ahead of Tchoupitoulas Street encampment sweep 

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As first work starts on River District neighborhood, a look at what's next

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Louisiana climate resettlement site grows beyond first batch of homes

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'I still got my old neighbors.' Resident of 'Flood City' get new homes in Pointe Coupee

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Soaring insurance affects affordable housing

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Where can you get a meal this Thanksgiving

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For many, Baton Rouge has an affordable housing problem. This new 216-unit complex could help

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LHC Upcoming Events

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LHC Employee Spotlight

A special welcome to LHC's newest employees!

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