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The West Closure Complex Protects 3 Parishes In New Orleans From Flooding

West Closure Complex… Humble Name, Huge Expectations

After Hurricane Katrina ravaged New Orleans in 2005, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was tasked with helping the State of Louisiana come up with a solution to control flooding in this vulnerable, low-lying area.

Part of their solution has an appropriately military-esque name… The Gulf Intercoastal Waterway (GIWW) – West Closure Complex and it’s a $1.1 billion engineering marvel consisting of earthen levees, floodwalls & other water control structures. It features a navigable, 225’ wide floodgate similar to what one would find protecting London from flooding on the River Thames. However, what makes the West Closure Complex unique is its mammoth pumping station. Powered by 11 Caterpillar diesel engines producing 5444 hp each, this facility is capable of filling an Olympic-sized swimming pool in just three seconds! This allows for the rapid removal of floodwaters from Orleans, Jefferson and Plaquemines parishes along the west bank of the Mississippi River.

The Coalition for Responsible Equitable Economic Development (CREED LA) proudly supports environmentally-responsible construction projects throughout Los Angeles that not only have a positive impact on the local community, but support LA’s working families as well.

About Author: CREED LA fights to ensure that developers pay fair wages to all the hard working construction professionals throughout the industry while simultaneously providing them with quality health care, continued training, and trustworthy retirement plans. To learn more about how our non-profit organization supports those building a better, greener world for us all, contact CREED LA at (877) 810-7473.

Toughest Estate Clearing Challenges

Hoarding Recovery & Estate Clearing–
Why Our Approach Better Supports Your Family

When a parent passes away, his or her loved ones are often left with the enormous task of settling the affairs while still processing their grief. However, if that parent suffered from declining mental or physical health later in life, they may also find that the condition of his or her home has deteriorated greatly. While hoarding behaviors affect thousands of Americans, older people with health issues can be particularly susceptible. If you’ve discovered that your parent’s home is a much more serious project than you anticipated, consider seeking professional estate cleanout services, like those offered by Clutter & Hoarding Pros.

Unlike standard junk removal services, our team specializes in estate removal services in which we help cut through the mess and clutter to restore a property to livable or sellable conditions. We know that your family wants to recover precious mementos, valuables, and more. Rather than come in and empty the home, we take a layered, meticulous approach that respects the dignity of both your loved one and his or her possessions. We want to make this easy on your family and help you feel like you never have to bear any of this burden alone.

We encourage you to make a list of your goals. For example:

  • Are there particular items you are looking for that you believe are in the home?
  • Do you want some items to go to a local charity?
  • Are you hoping to sell the home, and if so, will you be doing any remodeling or major improvements?
  • Are you trying to salvage items to sell?
  • What is your timeline for project completion?

If you and your siblings are struggling with where to start on your parent’s estate, let us show you how we can transform the home while salvaging whatever you family needs.

About Author: Clutter & Hoarding Pros of Orange County CA, you will get an all-inclusive service
led by compassionate, honest people that walk with you every step of the way, from cleaning out your home to getting the proper post-care treatment you need.

Off-site Construction Projects Are Gaining Popularity Around The Nation

Tomāto, Tomăto. Two ways of referring to the same thing.

No matter how you slice it (ha!), everyone envisions a highly delicious, extremely versatile, and incredibly nutritious fruit loved by millions. The same applies to certain types of buildings being built in rather non-traditional ways – inside controlled manufacturing facilities rather than at the actual job site. Whether you prefer to call them prefabricated buildings or modular construction, buildings with a majority of their shell manufactured off-site have been gaining popularity with contractors and developers around the nation as an alternative to traditional building methods.

Why?

The primary benefits include: reduced construction time, reduced waste materials, and increased cost effectiveness. This is occurring because many construction companies are still struggling to adequately staff job sites with competent workers while being able to stick to rigorous project constraints. As a result, some companies have turned to modular construction as an option that offers more stability and certainty.

The Coalition for Responsible Equitable Economic Development (CREED LA) proudly supports environmentally-responsible construction projects throughout Los Angeles that not only have a positive impact on the local community, but support LA’s working families as well.

About Author: CREED LA is a non-profit organization that supports those building a better, greener world for us all, contact CREED LA .