Temenos CDC History
Temenos has been building permanent supportive housing since 2006, with the first property, Knowles Temenos Place Apartments (Temenos I), at 1719 Gray St. Since that time, Temenos has built two additional properties, Temenos II and Temenos III. Temenos CDC properties are located in the Downtown, Midtown and East End areas of Houston. All three neighborhoods are undergoing significant revitalization. Therefore the presence of the Temenos properties to help alleviate the challenges of homelessness is vital.
A Vision For Change
RUDY & JUANITA RASMUS Temenos CDC Founders
Sixteen years ago Rudy and Juanita Rasmus formed Temenos Community Development Corporation following the devastation and loss caused by Hurricane Katrina. Tina Knowles-Lawson and Beyoncé helped with the initial funding for the first housing project and Temenos CDC has been growing ever since.
“We exist to alleviate the challenges of homelessness in Houston.”
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The People Behind the Mission
Board Members Emeritus
Rudy Rasmus
Founder/Board Member Emeritus
Juanita Rasmus
Founder/Board Member Emeritus
Yvette Tarrant
Board Member Emeritus
Board Members
Fr. Melvin Gray
Board Secretary
Marcus Thomas
Board Chair
Roger Curtis
Board Member
Howard Watson
Board Member
Leadership Team
Tiandra Tarrant
Sr. Dir. of Property Management & Compliance
Madelyn Wages
Director of Operations
Sandra Robicheaux
Executive Director
Brief Background
Sandra Ann Robicheaux is the Executive Director of Temenos Community Development Corporation, bringing over 15 years of experience in property management, and supportive housing services. Her dedication to providing affordable housing and supportive services to low-income and homeless individuals stems from her own journey as a former resident of affordable housing to an influential executive leader.
Throughout her career, Sandra has held various positions, including Bookkeeper, Assistant Property Manager, Property Manager, Senior Property Manager, District Manager, and Regional Property Manager, ultimately advancing to Area Vice President before her current role. A passionate advocate for affordable supportive housing, she has committed her career to this field, working with programs such as Public Housing, LIHTC, Project-Based Section 8, and SRO Housing.
Sandra has successfully managed operations across Texas and Louisiana, achieving a 25% improvement in cash flow for underperforming properties, all while maintaining a "housing first" approach to house as many individuals as possible.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and multiple certifications from the National Center for Housing Management, including Tax Credits Specialist, Certified Manager of Housing, and Certified Manager of Maintenance. Her strengths in leadership, effective communication, and strategic thinking, along with her proficiency in property management software, demonstrate her commitment to integrity and excellence in property management and community development.