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Be the One - Restore the Gulf
http://www.restorethegulf.com/
This program to require the Federal Government and BP to commit to spend the money needed to restore the gulf.
CIty of New Orleans Emergency Text Message System
Offsite Backup Options
https://www.nolaready.info
The city of New Orleans has set up an emergency text message system to notify citizens of important evacuation information.
Local GNO options for disaster recovery planning and off-site backup Jones Act - Villan or Scapegoat?
GNOF fund for those hurt by the Oil Spill
http://www.gnof.org/programs/gulf-coast-oil-spill-fund/
The Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF) has created a Gulf Oil Spill Fund to gather money together to help people directly affected by the spill.
GNO Inc's list of resources re:the Oil Spill
http://www.gnoinc.org/news-events/key-information-on-gulf-oil-spill
GNO Inc.
, the regions economic development agency, has compiled a listing of important spill resources.
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Where Ya Rack
http://www.whereyarack.org/
Where Ya' Rack is a project of the Young Leadership Council to help spread bike racks all around New Orleans.
Volunteer Louisiana
http://www.volunteerlouisiana.gov/
Volunteer Louisiana is a state run website that posts volunteer opportunities throughout the state.
Hands on New Orleans
http://www.handsonneworleans.org/
Hands On New Orleans volunteers have been at work every day to assist in the cleaning and rebuilding of many areas of New Orleans.
Volunteers are still needed to aid the recovery process, and the Hands On action center in New Orleans will provide a starting point for those eager to make a difference. Hands On currently has opportunities to help with the Oil Spill response.
Hands On New Orleans 4153 Canal St New Orleans , LA 70119 Phone: 504-483-7041 Email: info@handsonneworleans.org more
Traffic Camera Locations
http://www.photoenforced.com/louisiana.html
Updated
PhotoEnforced keeps a public, open database of traffic camera locations nationwide.
The link below is for the state of Louisiana, just zoom in on the GNO area to see the actual locations. There is also a list on KatrinaConnection.
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Energy Consumption of Household Appliances
http://www.ge.com/visualization/appliances_energyuse/index.html
General Electric has provided an average energy usage page where you can quickly and easily see what things in your house take to run.
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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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.
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.
New Orleans Inspector General
http://www.nolaoig.org
The New Orleans office of the Inspector General is where you can get reports on governmental efficiency as well as provide tips on information you may know about that should be looked into.
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