Road Home and Sandy Recovery Insights

The video discusses Hurricane Katrina's impact on New Orleans, highlighting the devastation and the initial response. It covers the challenges faced in rebuilding, particularly through the Road Home Program, which was criticized for mismanagement and inequities. The political fallout for Governor Blanco and the lessons learned from Katrina are explored. Comparisons are made with Hurricane Sandy, emphasizing the need for improved disaster management strategies.

What category was Hurricane Katrina when it hit New Orleans?

• Category 2

• Category 5

• Category 3

• Category 4

What was the main goal of the Road Home program?

• To relocate residents to other states

• To offer employment opportunities

• To help residents rebuild their homes

• To provide temporary shelters

What was a major issue faced by applicants of the Road Home program?

• Limited eligibility criteria

• Insufficient grant amounts

• Excessive red tape and delays

• Lack of awareness about the program

What led to a discrimination lawsuit against the Road Home program?

• Unequal grant distribution based on race

• Lack of transparency in fund allocation

• Delayed response to applications

• Inadequate communication with applicants

What was the outcome of HUD's ruling on the Road Home program?

• The program was terminated

• The program received additional funding

• The program was redesigned

• The program was expanded

What was a significant political consequence for Governor Kathleen Blanco?

• She resigned from office

• She was re-elected

• She decided not to seek re-election

• She was impeached

How did the Road Home program eventually perform in terms of fund distribution?

• It was unable to meet its financial targets

• It distributed nearly $8 billion to homeowners

• It distributed funds only to a few applicants

• It failed to distribute any funds

What lesson was learned from Katrina that was applied to Hurricane Sandy recovery?

• The value of media coverage

• The necessity of international aid

• The need for a more streamlined application process

• The importance of quick evacuation

What was one of the improvements made in disaster response after Katrina?

• Increased military involvement

• More fair grant formulas

• Faster evacuation procedures

• Greater reliance on local governments

Which company was involved in both the Road Home and Sandy recovery programs?

• ICF International

• FEMA

• Red Cross

• Habitat for Humanity