Community Development - City, Town, County, Parish, Disaster Recovery.

Community Development might not seem like much. But once your Community Development department in your local city, town, county, parish level gets hold of some serious federal grant money

Executive Order JBE-2016-65 Task Force has to setup a method for the public to offer input

According to Governor Edwards Executive Order JBE-2016-65 the Task Force has to setup a method for the public to offer input and to allow them to make policy based on such input.

By Contributor published 8-12-2018 updated 8-12-2018
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What are you going to ask your HUD CDBG-DR State OCD-DRU Homeowners Assistance Task Force members today?

You could start with a simple request like, How can I contact you with a proposal or issue that may effect hundreds of people. It appears our states DOA office feels that the contact information for Governor Appointed Members of the Task Force Hands Off!

By Murray Wennerlund published 7-11-2018 updated 7-12-2018
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How to Fail Your Municipality's Residential Slab Pre-Pour Inspection.

By Murray Wennerlund 11-20-2024

Here are some key points and the most common reasons why residential slab pre-pour fail, according to municipal inspectors:

Why Hiring a Licensed Contractor in Louisiana May Actually Harm Homeowners More Than Help.

By Murray Wennerlund 11-18-2024

You've most likely heard all the hype: hire a licensed contractor and verify their license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors, LSLBC for short. The state says this protects you from unlicensed contractors.

Ensuring Quality: Navigating Contractor Selection and Avoiding Labor Brokers.

By Murray Wennerlund 11-18-2024

Learn effective methods for selecting quality contractors and avoiding labor brokers in home construction. Manage home repair and reconstruction projects efficiently, ensuring skilled trades and maintaining oversight for high-quality results.