Hi all,
We are back in operation. We have had some trials today as we discovered additional affects to the center as a result of having no HVAC. We are in the process of reviewing our evacuation procedures so that we can build on what we have learned.
Hopefully we will not need them anytime soon.
Del
Monday, September 8, 2008
Thursday, September 4, 2008
We have Electricity!!
I received word today that the building has had power restored to it. This is great news indeed.
Del
Del
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Power Update
I have been told that Capital Projects expects to have a generator at 900 S Jeff Davis on Thursday or Friday. This is good news so there will be power even if Entergy can't get it going otherwise.
Del
Del
FEMA To assist evacuees with expenses
FEMA just announced that they will assist evacuees with costs they have incurred during evacuation. This is good news for some of our staff.
http://www.nola.com/hurricane/index.ssf/2008/09/fema_to_help_with_hotel_bills.html
Individuals can apply online as well as calling.
http://www.fema.gov/media/multimedia/2008/gustav/index.html
http://www.nola.com/hurricane/index.ssf/2008/09/fema_to_help_with_hotel_bills.html
Individuals can apply online as well as calling.
http://www.fema.gov/media/multimedia/2008/gustav/index.html
New Orleans and Power
Hi all,
The reports of power being restored are positive although we still do not have 100% confirmation on the center itself. I hope to get that today. I do know that power has been restored to my apartment in the Lower Garden District. At this point I know many are heading back to town and are on the road. I hope everyone stays safe.
Del
The reports of power being restored are positive although we still do not have 100% confirmation on the center itself. I hope to get that today. I do know that power has been restored to my apartment in the Lower Garden District. At this point I know many are heading back to town and are on the road. I hope everyone stays safe.
Del
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Recovery Center Reopening
Hi everyone. At this point the Recovery Center will re-open on Saturday Sept 6. All staff should plan to report to work. We are in the process of calling all staff members but feel free to call me if you have not been contacted yet.
Take care and drive safe back to New Orleans
Del
Take care and drive safe back to New Orleans
Del
Morning After...
So it is Tuesday morning after the storm. So far we know that Tulane suffered little damage to any buildings. I have not had a direct report as yet on the center yet but am working on that now. I hope to be able to post later today what our decision is regarding return. As you all know getting the staff back with the least work time lost. However, we work in a Tulane facility so that may drive our return.
Del
Del
Monday, September 1, 2008
Labor Day Update
Hi all,
It looks like we may have been spared but it isn't over yet. Mayor Nagin is saying the city may be able to reopen as soon as Tuesday evening. All Recovery Center employees need to stand by. Our plan is to bring you all back as quickly as possible. It will of course depend on electricity. If we can go back this week we will. We know how important being able to work is to our employees so we are going to do what we can to get you back to work as quickly as possible.
Stay safe,
Del
It looks like we may have been spared but it isn't over yet. Mayor Nagin is saying the city may be able to reopen as soon as Tuesday evening. All Recovery Center employees need to stand by. Our plan is to bring you all back as quickly as possible. It will of course depend on electricity. If we can go back this week we will. We know how important being able to work is to our employees so we are going to do what we can to get you back to work as quickly as possible.
Stay safe,
Del
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