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The City of New Orleans announced that City Hall will be closed to the public beginning on Monday, Feb. 3 through Friday, Feb 7.
PROPERTY TAX – BUREAU OF TREASURY UPDATED OPERATIONS
Residents are reminded of the property tax deadline of Feb. 28.
January 28, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
On Wednesday, Jan. 29, starting at 7 a.m. until 5 p.m., the Department of Public Works contractor Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC will implement a detour of westbound traffic on Leon C. Simon Boulevard between Franklin Avenue and Elysian Fields Avenue to conduct concrete roadway repairs. The detour route for vehicular traffic, includes Leon C. Simon Boulevard, Franklin Avenue, Allen Toussaint Boulevard and Elysian Fields Avenue (see attached map.) Rouses Shopping Center will be accessible via the Franklin Avenue entrance.
Today, the City of New Orleans announced the implementation of additional street closure phases in advance of Super Bowl LIX. The streets linked in each individual map, which are located near the Caesars Superdome, Saenger Theatre, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Contemporary Arts Center (CAC), and New Orleans Marriott Hotel (555 Canal St.) will be closed according to the phased-in dates as the City prepares to host the Super Bowl.
City of New Orleans residents are invited to help shape the identity of the City's new Municipal Identification (ID) Program by voting for its official name. Starting today, Tuesday, Jan. 28, community members can cast their vote on the Mayor’s Office of Human Rights & Equity (OHRE) Instagram page, @EquityRightsNOLA, through Instagram polls. Residents can vote for one of the three proposed names: Crescent City ID, City of New Orleans ID, or New Orleans City ID. Each name reflects the inclusivity, accessibility, and spirit of New Orleans.
With Super Bowl LIX just around the corner, the New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee announced a family affordable, convenient Park and Ride transportation plan to ensure that all football fans, New Orleans natives and visitors from around the world, can easily access downtown and be a part of all NFL and Host Committee special events downtown. Veteran local park and ride operators, Gray Line Transportation, are offering this affordable and family-friendly option that will operate on Friday and Saturday before the big game, providing easy access to key event locations near the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and Downtown. This Park and Ride transportation opportunity was coordinated in partnership with GNO, Inc., as part of the organization’s work to oversee infrastructure improvements in the city ahead of the game.
January 27, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the City of New Orleans Neighborhood Engagement Office, in collaboration with the Department of Public Works, are excited to announce the Love Your City Cleanup—a citywide initiative aimed at uniting communities, fostering civic pride, and enhancing the natural beauty of New Orleans.
This multi-date event invites residents, organizations, and businesses to roll up their sleeves and make a tangible impact. Together, we can keep the Big Easy beautiful for generations to come!
January 17, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans is inviting hospitality and service industry professionals to attend a crucial public safety training session designed specifically for their needs. The session, titled Prepared & Protected: Security Strategies for Hospitality Professionals, will be held Saturday, Jan. 25, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Basin Street Station, 501 Basin St.
January 16, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans announced that the Victim Assistance Center, established to support those affected by the Bourbon Street attack, has officially closed its walk-in services. However, assistance is still available for victims, survivors, and others impacted by the tragedy.
The City of New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP) today announced that it is closely monitoring the anticipated inclement weather, expected to begin the evening of Monday, Jan. 20 and extend into Wednesday, Jan. 22. Freezing temperatures and precipitation is expected, potentially causing ice on roadways, particularly on bridges and elevated roadways. NOHSEP has begun its operational preparations by coordinating with public safety agencies and City departments in anticipation of an Emergency Operation Center activation on Monday evening, which will extend through this weather cycle. NOHSEP remains in close contact with our state partners, including the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), who is coordinating the application of brine and salt for roadways, if needed.
The City of New Orleans is proud to announce a series of events celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year’s theme, “Living the Dream: Justice, Equality, and Hope,” highlights the ongoing commitment to honor Dr. King’s vision of unity and progress.
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