66 Lives, 34 Homes, One Community Response

On July 23, 2025, Mankato, MN experienced more than 5 inches of rainfall in less than two hours, overwhelming the city’s storm sewer system. As a result, 34 Homestead apartment units—home to 66 residents—were affected and required emergency relocation.

Evacuations began by 10:30 p.m. that evening, and Premiere Restoration was on site by 11:30 p.m. Residents needing immediate shelter were placed in hotels, with all costs covered by Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership (SWMHP) through Monday, August 4.

Lloyd Management – Exceptional Response and Teamwork

Our property management partner, Lloyd Management, rose to the occasion in extraordinary ways during this crisis. In the face of immense pressure and complexity, their team responded with professionalism, compassion, and tireless dedication—making an overwhelming situation appear seamless.

Their efforts included:

Securing critical supplies and offering direct tenant support
Assisting residents with renter’s insurance claims
Organizing two structured relocation days—one for HUD residents and another for all other tenants—to streamline the process
Donating $500 to each relocated household to help with moving expenses
Providing over $2,000 worth of moving materials (boxes, totes, gloves, and more)
Deploying compliance staff to pre-qualify paperwork and ease transitions for already traumatized residents

From Autumn, Mike (Onsite), and Melissa (Regional) to Sarah and Erica (Owners), every team member stepped in, worked countless hours, and did whatever was necessary to help residents find a safe new home. Their partnership not only supported those directly impacted—it reflected the values of SWMHP.

Community & Partner Support

We extend our deepest gratitude to the community organizations and partners who rallied in support of our residents. Through resource fairs, direct aid, and coordination efforts, these groups helped ensure that displaced tenants received housing, food, supplies, and emotional support during a deeply difficult time.

Local resources and partners included:

Red Cross – Emergency response, shelter, and essential supplies
Catholic Charities – Financial and supportive services
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) – Legal assistance and relocation support
District 77 – Support for displaced families with children
Blue Earth County Emergency Management – Coordination and flood response resources
City of Mankato – Infrastructure and municipal support
Mankato EDA – Relocation assistance for tenants with vouchers
Partners for Housing – Transitional housing solutions
Hy-Vee – Food and essential supplies for displaced residents
Kato Moving and Storage – 30 days of free storage
SWMHP Supportive Services Team – Ongoing tenant advocacy and housing navigation
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Relocation guidance under the Uniform Relocation Act
Vine Thrift Store – Discounted furniture coupons to replace damaged items