Keeping residents in their homes is a top priority for Mayor Cantrell's administration.
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When the pandemic hit, thousands of New Orleanians lost their jobs or other sources of income and have struggled to pay rent as a result. In response, Mayor Cantrell led the effort to develop an emergency rental assistance program that has helped thousands of residents stay in their homes.
If you are struggling to pay rent due to the pandemic, you can apply for assistance here.
By providing relief money to renters and landlords, Mayor Cantrell's administration has prevented thousands of New Orleanians from facing homelessness. The City has already spent all the money it can on rental assistance, but there is still more need.
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To date, the City of New Orleans has spent more money on rental assistance than the states of Mississippi and Alabama combined. More money has been allocated to New Orleans for rental assistance, but unfortunately it has not yet reached the city.
More than half of the federal aid that was allocated to New Orleans for rental assistance is still sitting at the state level. However, the city is working with the state to get these funds transferred. As soon as the city receives this money, it will distribute it quickly and efficiently to residents in need.
More than $18 million dollars have already been distributed to over 4,000 residents. There is still $23 million on the way. Learn more about the Cantrell administration's COVID-19 relief efforts at latoyacantrell.com.
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