Office of Mayor LaToya Cantrell

Mayor LaToya Cantrell

On May 7, 2018, LaToya Cantrell made history as New Orleans’ first woman mayor in its 300-year history. After that historic victory, Mayor Cantrell was inaugurated to a second term on January 10, 2022. Her passion for the City of Yes and her dedication to its residents remains stronger than ever.  

In her first term as Mayor, the Cantrell Administration was pivotal in negotiations to pass Fair Share legislation, securing $200M over five years for infrastructure, as well as getting voter approval in 2019 for a Short-Term Rental Visitors Tax and $500M Bond Authorization. In 2020, she also became laser-focused on protecting the public health and safety of the city’s residents throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as demonstrating first-hand her commitment to creating a more equitable and safer New Orleans for all residents. 

In 2021, the City of New Orleans, under Mayor Cantrell's leadership, achieved a critical milestone in selecting a developer for the former Six Flags site in New Orleans East, which has sat dormant for over 16 years as a result of Hurricane Katrina. This symbolized the administration's larger approach to leveraging City-owned assets and creating a more equitable and vibrant economy for all New Orleans residents and businesses. 

As she begins her second term, Mayor Cantrell remains focused on the issues of public safety, infrastructure, affordable housing and improving the quality of life for all New Orleans residents.

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September 13, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Lane Closures on Poydras and Lasalle Streets for ADA Ramp Work Starting Sept. 16

NEW ORLEANS —The City of New Orleans today announced that starting at 7 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 16, the Department of Public Works (DPW) contractor Hard Rock Construction, LLC will close one lane in each direction at Poydras and Lasalle Streets for approximately one week to accommodate the restoration of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant curb ramps in the median. 

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September 12, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Provides Updates on Hurricane Francine Impacts, Clean-Up and Recovery Information

The City of New Orleans today provided an update on the impacts in the aftermath of Hurricane Francine, which made landfall yesterday evening in Orleans Parish and the Southeastern Louisiana area. City, state and federal agencies began damage assessments early this morning and are continuing to do so throughout this week. Below is a list of agency updates with relevant safety and recovery information. 

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September 12, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Announces Additional Post-Hurricane Francine Resources Available

The City of New Orleans today announced additional post-Hurricane Francine resources available to the public today, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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September 12, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Announces City Hall to Reopen Friday, Sept. 13

The City of New Orleans today announced that City Hall will reopen and resume normal operations on Friday, Sept. 13. at 8 a.m.

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September 11, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City Of New Orleans Provides Updates On Hurricane Francine Preparations

The City of New Orleans continues to update residents on Hurricane Francine emergency preparations. Hurricane Francine is expected to make landfall along the Louisiana coast today as a Category 1 hurricane.  

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September 11, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

CITY OF NEW ORLEANS PROVIDES UPDATES ON HURRICANE FRANCINE PREPARATIONS

The City of New Orleans continues to update residents on Hurricane Francine emergency preparations. Hurricane Francine is expected to make landfall along the Louisiana coast today as a Category 1 hurricane.  

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