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March 23, 2021 | From City of New Orleans

2021 Neighborhood Leaders' Roundtables

Public Safety 

Tuesday, March 23, 2021

Hosted by the Mayor’s Neighborhood Engagement Office, the 1st Quarter Neighborhood Leaders’ Roundtable provided an opportunity for leaders and residents to discuss public safety matters and to learn from each other. 

Police Superintendent Shaun Ferguson discussed police reforms, crime trends, ethical policing, and recruitment of new officers. 

Fire Chief Roman Nelson shared information not only about NOFD’s response to emergencies, but also its proactive emergency prevention work, its first responder role outside of fires, and its key role in incident management. 

Office of Criminal Justice Coordination Commissioner Tenisha Stevens informed all about its critical policy and coordination role within the local justice system including information sharing technology, electronic monitoring, and disparities in the criminal justice system.

Finally, Dr. Emily Nichols, Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), talked about her team’s vital role in saving lives pre-hospital as well as the role that EMS plays in prevention and public health.

To view the event's presentation, please click HERE!

Hurricane Preparedness

Saturday, June 12, 2024

During the meeting, residents heard from and engaged with Collin Arnold, Director of the New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness and Dr. Jennifer Avegno, Director of the New Orleans Health Department. The speakers shared insights about responding to storms amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Infrastructure

Saturday, September 18, 2024

NLR

Saturday, September 18th, the Mayor's Neighborhood Engagement Office held its 3rd Quarter 2021 Neighborhood Leaders' Roundtable at the Corpus Christi Center (2022 St. Bernard Ave). This event was focused on City Infrastructure. Residents had the unique and interactive opportunity to engage with and hear from Ramsey Green, Deputy CAO of Infrastructure, Josh Hartley, Director of Public Works, and Ron Spooner, Interim Superintendent of Sewerage and Water Board.

During the community spotlight, residents learned more about Project Why and its purpose. Learn more about the initiative by clicking here!