How we confront our housing crisis will decide the future of New Orleans. Whether families can remain in their neighborhoods, whether businesses can attract and keep talent and whether our city grows or shrinks hinges on access to safe, affordable housing.
As someone who has spent my career advancing housing policy and development, I know that housing is not just a line item or campaign talking point. It is the foundation on which every other priority rests. Safer streets, stronger schools, better health outcomes and a thriving economy are all tied to whether people can afford to live and build their lives here.
At the Housing Authority of New Orleans, we see this reality up close every day. We serve more than 23,000 families, seniors and individuals — all striving for stability in an increasingly costly housing market. Our 200 dedicated team members work daily to connect resources with needs, ensuring our clients have access to safe, stable and affordable housing…