Sean Eugene Reilly is the chief executive officer of Lamar Advertising Company in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and a former member of the Louisiana House of Representatives... (wikipedia)
I believe this train is already out of the station, and I believe us hopping on board is wise.
I would view it as good news, and I would view it as information that we can use to get on with planning our lives.
It doesn't really effect us that much, but you do hear the horror stories.
The program is designed to cover you damages or buy your house at your pre-storm equity. It's capped at $150,000... net of other insurance proceeds or other FEMA aid.
To offer something to a citizen or homeowners in one state and not offer to citizens in another state is not the country I grew up in.
We are going to be faithful stewards of this federal money.
It only makes sense, given the new size of New Orleans. Consolidation needs to take place.
It's been modeled -- every dollar ties back to a damaged house.
It's quicker to get renters. This is a big deal.
The Baker bill as a tool was very efficient in terms of helping people sell out, or clear title to the land. We're going to have to go back to the drawing board and do the best with the tools we have.
That money has been allocated to us, but we haven't been able to apply for it yet because HUD hasn't set the rules.
I have no plans to run for governor.
All the pieces are in place. There's light at the end of the tunnel.
The LRA will not fund an irrational and unsafe rebuilding plan.