Emergency Apartment Relocation Assistance Program announced for Jolie, Villa Norte apartments
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - An emergency program has been announced to assist residents who will be displaced when utilities are cut off at two apartment complexes in Shreveport.
On May 15, the City of Shreveport announced an Emergency Apartment Relocation Assistance Program for the residents of Jolie Apartments and Villa Norte Apartments. The program was introduced following the announcement that utilities will be cut off at both apartment complexes May 31 due to unpaid bills.
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The program aims to provide necessary aid and resources to support the residents.
Two meetings regarding the program will be held May 17.
Meeting 1:
Jolie Apartments
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Shreveport Public Assembly & Recreation Department (SPAR) Maintenance Facility, 1033 Shreveport/Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport, LA, 71104
Meeting 2:
Villa Norte Apartments
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Location: New Birth Baptist Church 836 N. Market St., Shreveport, LA 71107
For inquiries and further assistance, call Shreveport’s Department of Community Development at 318-673-5900 or Providence House at 318-221-7887.
“We encourage eligible residents to take advantage of this opportunity for support and assistance. Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and we remain committed to serving you during these times of need,” says a news release regarding the program.
To ensure that all residents have access to the support and services being offered, SporTran is dedicated to providing transportation to and from the designated application sites. A letter will be sent to residents with SporTran pickup times. Also, SporTran can be contacted by phone at 318-673-7400.
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