Hurricane Ida Recovery Checklist
We hope this list helps with your recovery needs in Livingston Parish. Inspect your home for damage. Take pictures of everything for insurance purposes.Register with FEMA. Get your registration number ASAP. This will be useful for everything.https://www.disasterassistance.gov File a claim with your homeowners and FEMA. Apply for D-SNAP. If you were impacted by Hurricane Ida, this benefit is offered.http://www.dcfs.louisiana.gov/page/360File for FEMA/SBA assistance while
Leadership Livingston Class of 2022 Selected
Leadership Livingston’s newest class kicked things off on Monday, August 9, 2021, with an orientation of the program presented by April Wehrs, Livingston Parish Chamber President/CEO and class facilitator. The 25 participants heard from program Alumni, learned about their classmates and received an overview of the program, including community service projects they will select and complete in teams. The Leadership Livingston Class includes: Kathleen Abels, Livingston Parish Tourism; Trish Basco, North
Hurricane Ida Resources and Chamber Update
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Vote Now! Look at Me 4D Imaging is nominated for the 2021 Family Favorites
Help our Livingston Parish business, Look at Me 4D Imaging, who has been nominated to win an award for favorite 3D/4D ultrasounds. Look at Me 4D Imaging is Livingston's newest ultrasound studio and boutique dedicated to serving the expecting mothers and their families in our community. Vote now until midnight September 30, 2021 by visiting the Baton Rouge Parents Magazine websites.Vote Now!
Recovery - State Tax Relief in LA Following Hurricane Ida
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:September 10, 2021 Newscast producers and video editors:Download HD b-roll of LDR tax processing and interior & exterior shots of LDR headquartersFOR MORE INFORMATION:Byron HendersonPublic Information Director225.219.2156Byron.Henderson@la.gov State tax relief available in Louisiana following Hurricane Ida BATON ROUGE – As the recovery period following Hurricane Ida continues, several forms of state tax and disaster relief are available to individual and business taxpayers
Recovery - DEMCO Outage and Restoration Update 9/7/21
September 7, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 12:00 PM DEMCO Outage and Restoration Update Greenwell Springs, Louisiana – DEMCO reports 75 percent of meters back in service with remaining outages totaling 29,086. Crews have restored 71 percent of distribution line miles, and forty of forty-three substations are receiving transmission. “Restoration estimates are based on updates and progress reported at 12:00 p.m. and may change as new information or challenges arise,” says Randy Pierce, CEO and general
Recovery - Entergy Outage Map Status 9/7/21
9/7/21Outage Map Status Issues Following Hurricane IdaIda ravaged communities across southeast Louisiana, causing connectivity and other associated issues. As a result, we are experiencing technical difficulties that may lead to delays in power status availability through our outage reporting tools, including the View Outages map and other tools. How to report an outage. As we work to restore our systems, we ask that if you are aware of an inconsistency between the reported status and power availability
Recovery - LPPS Openings & Updates
LPPS announced today (Monday, Sept. 6) that all 12-month employees will return to work on Tuesday, Sept. 7. These employees include some central office personnel, school principals and some custodial staff. All other school employees will return to work on Thursday, Sept. 9. School officials will work closely with staff at each campus to determine which locations have full power, clean drinking water and basic connectivity to safely and effectively reopen to students. LPPS plans to reopen many campuses to
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Recovery - Business - IRS Tax Relief for Hurricane Ida
The IRS announces tax relief for victims of Hurricane Ida in Louisiana. "Victims of Hurricane Ida that began August 26, 2021 now have until January 3, 2022, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. Following the recent disaster declaration issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the IRS announced today that individuals and households who reside or have a business anywhere in the state of Louisiana will receive
Recovery - Operation Blue Roof
Recovery - FEMA Assistance for Hurricane Ida
FEMA is offering assistance to families and businesses affected by Hurricane Ida. Please see links below for resources:STEP 1: Apply for AssistanceLouisiana Hurricane Ida DR-4611-LA (info)Resources, Sheltering Info and Safety (info)
Recovery - SBA Assistance for Hurricane Ida
Release Date: Aug. 30, 2021 Release Number: LA 17121-01 Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Blogs & InstagramSBA Stands Ready to Assist Louisiana Businesses and Residents Affected by Hurricane IdaSBA Virtual Recovery Centers to Open Tuesday, Aug. 31 SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to Louisiana businesses and residents as a result of President Biden’s major disaster declaration, U.S. Small Business Administration’s Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman
Recovery - Insurance Tips for Hurricane Claims
"Helpful Tips from from State Farm Agent Benton T Thames:-DO NOT WAIT FOR AN ADJUSTER... With over 1,000's claims filed and more coming in every day, there is not enough man power or patience for everyone to wait for the adjuster. You must start mitigating your loss now. Most claims will be handled virtually, which means that you will submit pictures and receipts and get paid from that. Remember, this is good because it means you can start making TEMPORARY repairs to your property now. Your adjuster will
Livingston Parish Burn Ban Effective Sep 1, 2021 Until Further Notice
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Livingston Parish Chamber Welcomes The Purple Cow
Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce welcomed the Purple Cow to Livingston Parish with a Ribbon Cutting on their Grand Opening day. The Purple Cow’s opening drew in a significant crowd of people with a line that seemed to continuously grow in size. This popular thrift store was ready to hit the ground running with a DJ, amazing deals, giveaways, photo booth, and food trucks. The Purple Cow now has three locations in the Greater Baton Rouge area, this one being the first in Livingston Parish
Linked Up Livingston - Broadband and Connectivity for Livingston Parish
Access to internet connections has never been more front and center than through the restrictions brought on by covid and the need for online platforms. The Livingston Parish Chamber has signed on as a supporter of efforts to bring online access to areas of Livingston Parish that are both underserved and not served at all on the federal level through the US Chamber of Commerce. On Tuesday, August 3rd, Chamber Board Chair, Trey Sanders, and Chamber President, April Wehrs, represented the Livingston Parish
Local Businesswoman Joan Landry Retires
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: April Wehrs | april@livingstonparishchamber.org | (225) 665-8155 Joan Landry Announces her Retirement For more than 30 years you were in good hands with State Farm Insurance Agent, Joan Landry. Joan announced her retirement July 31, 2021, mentioning how honored she was to have served the Livingston Parish Community since 1987. Joan said, “I am looking forward to spending time with my kids and grandkids, traveling, golfing, and fishing.” Joan was very involved in
Grant opportunities for your Livingston Parish Small Business or Nonprofit
As small businesses and nonprofits were just beginning their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, a second wave of the virus swept through, once again throwing many back into the impact zone. In response to the second wave, The Louisiana Nonprofit and Small Business Assistance Program is offering to provide aid or assistance to individuals impacted by COVID-19. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible as they are currently open. The anticipated final approval or denial date for
Denham Springs native & Leadership Livingston graduate Brad Holleman acquires ownership interest in
BATON ROUGE, LA, August 9, 2021 – Forte and Tablada announced that Brad Holleman has acquired ownership interest in the firm. Holleman, a senior vice president over the company’s Survey and Advanced Measurements division, is a lifelong resident of Livingston Parish as well as a graduate of Denham Springs High School and the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program. "Brad is an outstanding young leader within our organization and represents the highest degree of professionalism in the
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Albany Business Opens New, Permanent Location
Hebert, Johnson and Associates expanded from one Ponchatoula location into an additional location in Albany several years ago. On Tuesday, August 4, 2021, they took the move to the next level when they cut the ribbon on their permanent location. Phil Hebert, founder and owner, stated Livingston Parish is his home. He addressed those in attendance by stating he grew up in Springfield and feel like he has made a full circle. He applauded Town of Albany officials on the ease of working with them to finalize
Livingston Future 5 Winners Announced
Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of the Livingston Future 5 award on Friday, July 30, 2021. The announcement coincides with the Chamber’s Livingston Young Professionals annual meeting which also showcased a previous Future 5 recipient, Mayor Jonathan “JT” Taylor from Town of Livingston as the keynote speaker.Winners of the Livingston Future 5 include Alli Castle of Homekey Mortgage, Nikki Sykora of Quality Engineering and Surveying, Brittany Kenney of South Haven Realty, LLC,
Albany Park To Get Facility Improvements
Albany Park To Get Facility UpgradeEFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELYApril 19, 2021 Albany Park to Get Facility Upgrade Albany, LA — Plans to upgrade Albany Community Park are moving forward. The facility is scheduled to receive improved access, parking and ADA compliant pathways as part of a community project. The project will focus on creating full and equitable access to the park for individuals with physical disabilities. Upgrades will include a series of wide concrete walkways and several paved parking
Livingston Parish First Responders Monument
Leadership Livingston Project Group takes on Livingston Parish First Responders Monument Each year, participants in the Leadership Livingston Program are tasked with identifying a community need or project that makes Livingston Parish better. One of the two groups for the Class of 2021 has chosen, written a proposal on how they will complete and fund the project, and has been approved by the Chamber to move forward with making this project a reality.
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Regina Walker Awarded Women's Leadership Award
Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: September 13, 2017Contact: April Wehrs | april@livingstonparishchamber.org Regina Allen Walker recipient of Livingston Parish’s First Woman’s Leadership Award Denham Springs, LA (September 13, 2017) – Regina Allen Walker, co founder of Livingston Parish Children’s Choirs and well known community leader was awarded the inaugural Woman’s Leadership Award. The award was presented at the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce Women’s
