Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson to Break Ground on Sgt. La David T. Johnson Veterans Villas in Miami
New Affordable Housing Development Will Honor Fallen Soldier and Expand Housing Opportunities for Veterans
MIAMI, FL – November 6, 2026 – Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) will lead a groundbreaking ceremony for the Sgt. La David T. Johnson Veterans Villas on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
The new housing development will provide safe, affordable housing opportunities for veterans while honoring the legacy of Sgt. La David T. Johnson, a fallen U.S. Army soldier whose service and sacrifice continue to inspire the community.
Sponsored by Congresswoman Wilson and funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the project represents a significant investment in veterans’ housing and community development. Congresswoman Wilson will also present a ceremonial check commemorating the $3 million in federal earmark funding to CRC Leadership, Inc., the grant recipient. CRC is collaborating with JL Brown Development Corp., Miami-Dade County, housing advocates and the Veterans community to bring the project to fruition.
EVENT DETAILS
WHAT: Sgt. La David T. Johnson Veterans Villas Groundbreaking Ceremony
WHO:
● Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson, Florida’s 24th Congressional District
● Representatives of CRC Leadership, Inc.
● Representatives of JL Brown Development Corp.
● Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
● Miami-Dade County Commissioner Marleine Bastien, District 2
● Community leaders, veterans and invited guests
WHEN:
Monday, November 9, 2026
11:00 a.m.
WHERE:
