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Elevation Information, Options, and Funding
http://www.buildnownola.com/rebuilding/index.php/#Elevation
Build Now New Orleans outlines everything you need to know about elevating your home, including information on the Road Home Elevation Grant, the HMGP Grant, and ICC Funding. Important phone numbers and deadlines are listed. Build Now also holds regular talks on how to elevate your home. See our calendar for upcoming events.
New Orleans Citizen Participation Project
http://www.refresheverything.com/neworleanscitizenparticipation
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An effort run by the Committee for a Better New Orleans (CNBO/MAC) to help create a formal process for Citizen Participation in Government in New Orleans.
Chinese Drywall LRA Program
http://lra.louisiana.gov/index.cfm?md=newsroom&tmp=detail&articleID=602
The LRA has established a $5 million program to help Road Home Applicants who had the toxic Chinese drywall installed in their home.
Forward New Orleans
http://www.forwardneworleans.com
Forward New Orleans is a coalition of business, non-profit and civic organizations that has a seven point platform of government reforms it is working to get implemented by getting the mayoral candidates to sign pledges to support it.
United Way Haiti Relief
http://www.unitedwaynola.org/give/haiti.html
The United Way of the GNO area is taking in donations for help to Haiti's hard hit population.
First Time Homebuyer Tax Credits
http://www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com/
President Obama has signed an extension of the first time homebuyers tax credit.
This credit can provide $8,000 for first time homebuyers. The rules on income and other prerequisites have changed as well. This program extension applies to purchases of homes before April 30th, 2010.
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LouisianaRebuilds.info Contractor Rating System
http://contractor.louisianarebuilds.info/
Find and rate contractors working locally and help our community rebuild by getting the word out about good and bad contractors. Use our Contractor Rating System (with over 500 local listings and ratings) to rate a contractor you've used or search for contractor reviews before you hire.
Build it Back Green
http://www.globalgreen.org/bibg
BIBG, a service of Global Green, can help you rebuild your home in a healthier, more energy-efficient way, helping you to reduce monthly utility costs.
Homeowners can call Global Green to learn how simple home modification upgrades can save up to 20% on utility bills. Personalized energy assessments are available, as well as information about green products that can be purchased locally. Visit the website for rebuilding tips, schedule an in-person consultation, or check the BIBG calendar for informational presentations. Stop by the Resource Center at 841 Carondelet to learn more about green building technologies or energy savings or call 525-2121 for more information.
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$7500 Individual Hazard Mitigation Grant
http://www.doa.louisiana.gov/cdbg/dr/hmgp/hmgp.htm
This grant is available to Road Home grant recipients only and offers reimbursement for storm shutters, roof tie-downs, the cost of lifting heating and cooling units and other mitigation measures. The grant program is accepting applications through March 10th at 877-744-7235.
You must have your Road Home application number ready. Click the link for more information about the IMM program.
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Free or Low-Cost Rebuilding Assistance
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Several organizations are helping homeowners who have limited or depleted rebuilding monies to rehabilitate their homes with the help of volunteer labor and free construction materials. Click for a list of organizations offering assistance.
LouisianaRebuilds.info Contractor Education Videos
http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1519720188
These videos present valuable information about hiring a contractor, creating a contract with a contractor, and avoiding a property lien.
Corps of Engineers found liable in court
http://edition.cnn.com/2009/US/11/18/louisiana.katrina.lawsuit/
In a landmark settlement, the Army Corps of Engineers has been held liable for failing to maintain levees that failed during Katrina.
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