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August 27, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Announces Next Phase of Infrastructure Improvements

The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) today announced the next phase of infrastructure improvements aimed at enhancing street safety, accessibility and durability. These essential projects will address long-needed repairs and upgrades, benefiting both residents and visitors.

April 5, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

CITY OF NEW ORLEANS ANNOUNCES MONTHLY ARPA INFORMATION SESSIONS

On March 11, 2021, President Joe Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021 (H.R. 1319) into law. The $1.9 trillion package is designed to directly combat the COVID 19- pandemic and its impacts to states and municipalities. The City of New Orleans received $388 million in ARPA funds and as of February 2024, $245 million has been spent and another $48.5 million has been obligated, representing 76 percent of the City’s total appropriation.

March 8, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans ARPA Implementation Manager Andrew Sensi Appointed to Serve on National League of Cities Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee

Andrew Sensi, American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Project Manager of New Orleans, LA, has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2024 Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Federal Advocacy Committee. Mr. Sensi was elected to a one-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for NLC’s federal advocacy agenda and policy priorities on sustainability, climate change, community resilience, water infrastructure, solid waste management and more. The appointment was announced by NLC President Mayor David Sander of Rancho Cordova, CA.   

March 8, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans ARPA Implementation Director Trish Diamond, PhD Appointed to Serve on National League of Cities Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee

The City of New Orleans American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Implementation Director Dr. Trish Diamond has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2024 Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee Federal Advocacy Committee. Dr. Diamond was elected to a one-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for NLC’s federal advocacy agenda and policy priorities on transportation and infrastructure. The appointment was announced by NLC President Mayor David Sander of Rancho Cordova, CA.   

March 8, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans ARPA Implementation Director Trish Diamond, PhD Appointed to Lead National League of Cities Council

The City of New Orleans American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Implementation Director Dr. Trish Diamond has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2024 Large Cities Council. Dr Diamond was appointed a one-year term to develop and guide programs among local elected officials from similar communities. The appointment was announced by NLC President Mayor David Sander of Rancho Cordova, CA. 

March 7, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

CITY OF NEW ORLEANS ANNOUNCES MONTHLY AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT INFORMATION SESSIONS

On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) into law. The $1.9 trillion package is designed to directly combat the COVID-19 pandemic and its impacts to states and municipalities. The City of New Orleans received $388 million in ARPA funds, and as of February 2024, $245 million has been spent and another $48.5 million has been obligated, representing 76 percent of the City’s total appropriation.  

February 25, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City Of New Orleans Statement on City Hall Closure Monday, Feb. 26

Due to emergency repairs to a main water valve causing water service interruption for the entire City Hall building, City Hall will be closed out an abundance of caution and safety to the public and City Hall employees on Monday, Feb. 26. However, City Hall services will remain open virtually.

June 14, 2022 | From City of New Orleans

MAYOR CANTRELL CELEBRATES THE COMPLETION OF $7.1 MILLION ROADWAY AND WATER LINE PROJECT IN GENTILLY

Mayor LaToya Cantrell today was joined by New Orleans City Councilmember for District D Eugene Green, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Infrastructure Joseph Threat, Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) Project Administrator Mark Van Hala, and community leaders to celebrate the completion of the $7.1 million Milneburg Group B roadway construction project.

June 14, 2022 | From City of New Orleans

CITY RECEIVES $155 MILLION INVESTMENT IN FEDERAL FUNDING

After months of negotiation and dialogue with community residents, the City of New Orleans today announced it has received $155 million in federal funding under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).