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Councilmember Brossett has requested a presentation regarding the appropriation and employment of NHIF dollars in order to create more transparency regarding the usage of City resources.
NEW ORLEANS - District "D" Councilmember Brossett, Chair of the Budget, Audit, and Board of Review Committee, is requesting the Administration make a presentation at the upcoming Budget Committee Hearing on Wednesday, August 25, at 10:30 a.m. to thoroughly review the allocation and application of NHIF dollars.
Included in the request he made in June, the Councilmember asked specifically about how the funds will be used to increase access to affordable housing. Additionally, he brought up concerns about access to rental assistance funds due to the increasingly long waitlist to receive relief.
“I look forward to the Administration’s participation in the upcoming budget hearing,” said Councilmember Brossett. “This is all about transparency and accountability for me. Our city has struggled with affordable housing for decades, and we have an opportunity to change that if we use these NHIF dollars wisely. As the Chair of the Budget Committee, I believe our job is to provide clarity and allow the residents of New Orleans to see how the Administration is planning to spend their money. I let the Administration know we would need their participation back in June, allowing plenty of time to prepare. I hope that this will be an opportunity to work together to do what is best for our citizens.”
You can read Councilmember Brossett's letter to the Administration here. The Budget-Audit-Board of Review Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 25, at 10:30 a.m. in City Council Chambers.
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