AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoResidential energy upgrades: ReClaim Energy, United Way of Southeast Louisiana and HousingNOLA launched HOMEstrong: Lower Bills, Stronger Homes in Slidell, offering up to 200 eligible homeowners free HVAC-efficiency improvements via Solar Saver tech, installation and tune-ups. Infrastructure & construction: DOTD is moving ahead with a $4.2M project to remove and replace two aging bridges on LA 2 Alt near Shongaloo, with work starting Sept. 14 and completion targeted for late 2027. Community resilience & housing: HOMEstrong’s first phase is aimed at cutting household costs and improving home resilience—an on-the-ground approach to affordability. Local business & tourism: Stanley of New Orleans in the French Quarter will close permanently on Labor Day after its lease ends and rising costs squeeze operations. Workforce & education: Southeastern Louisiana University named retired Chick-fil-A executive Rob Dugas its 2026 Alumnus of the Year, honoring decades of leadership and service. Public safety & consumer risk: BBB Scam Tracker data shows Crowley logged two scam reports in July, while Louisiana cities overall continue to report losses tied to phishing and utility scams. Sports economy spotlight: LSU’s Lane Kiffin era kicked off with major campus tailgating and College GameDay attention in Baton Rouge, underscoring the economic pull of sports tourism.
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