Terrence Duvernay was a champion for affordable housing from New Orleans to D.C.
Terrence R. Duvernay, who served as New Orleans' first Black chief administrative officer, is remembered for his advocacy in affordable housing.
Terrence R. Duvernay at a City Management Retreat in 1973. He was New Orleans' first Black chief administrative officer — the second-highest-ranking official.
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