About Us

Mission:

The goal of Felicity Street Redevelopment is the revitalization of the lower St. Charles Corridor neighborhood, the area bounded by St. Charles Avenue and Oretha Castle Haley.  Once a vital part of New Orleans life, the area contains splendid residential and commercial buildings that are waiting to be reclaimed and provide housing for the increasing number of newcomers to the area.

What we do:

• Operate a revolving fund for purchasing, stabilizing/renovating and marketing abandoned houses. Some structures have been rescued by being moved to new locations in the district

• Work to strengthen the residents' voice in the public process

• Encourage a dynamic mix of residents by providing affordable apartments, assisting first time homebuyers with renovation management, and arranging programs for home repairs for elderly residents

• Sponsor community events including music programs with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and summer workshops for children

• Promote interest in neighborhood history and revitalization through a traveling exhibition of area photographs

Who we are:

Staff:  Anna Medrano, Office Manager

Volunteers:  President: Louise Martin;  Beau Bassich; Mary Lou Christovich; Paula George; Colleen Evans Lusignan; Lee Stafford; Joshua Walker