Commissioner applauds Parishes for improved flood rating and reduced premiums

Commissioner Tim Temple congratulated Jefferson and Livingston parishes on improving their federal flood rating, a move that will lower flood insurance costs for residents.The Community Rating System (CRS) rating for unincorporated Jefferson Parish will increase from Class 5 to Class 3, becoming the first CRS Class 3 in the state and becoming one of only 11 Class 3 designations in the co...