Rep. Richmond Announces 7.8M in Federal Funds for Katrina Recovery

Washington, DC- Cedric Richmond (LA-02), who sits on the House Committee on Homeland Security, today announced $7.8 million in federal funding for hurricane recovery efforts at Mahalia Jackson Elementary School in New Orleans as well as Westwego Police Department Building and City Hall in Jefferson Parish.

“I am proud to announce this funding which is so critical to providing needed support for the recovery and quality of life for Louisianans who are still striving to piece together their lives,” said Rep. Cedric Richmond. “Last year, I visited with the students at Mahalia Jackson Elementary and it means a great deal to me to be able to celebrate with the families and students who will benefit from these improvements.

Today’s grants include:

• $4.2 million to Mahalia Jackson Elementary to renovate the Administration and Storage complex at the campus to accommodate the new Early Childhood Education and Community Center. 
• $2 million to Westwego Police Department Building Alternate Project  to initiate full facility replacement due to severe flood and wind damage to the facility.
• $ 1.6 million to Westwego City Hall Improved Project to begin construction for a new City Hall due to severe flood and wind damage.

 “I am also pleased that funding will go towards the construction of a new municipal center for the residents and families residing in Jefferson Parish. Today’s announcement affirms the federal government’s commitment as a partner in our long-term recovery.”