News & Announcements

January 12, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Mayor Helena Moreno Signs Comprehensive Package Of Executive Orders Establishing Administration Priorities

Mayor Helena Moreno today signed thirteen executive orders establishing key priorities for her administration, focusing on government efficiency, infrastructure improvements, public safety, workplace standards, and sustainability.

"These executive orders represent our commitment to good governance, fiscal responsibility, and improving the quality of life for all New Orleans residents," said Mayor Moreno. "From ensuring our streets are properly maintained to creating respectful workplace environments, these directives establish a clear path forward for my administration."

January 12, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Mayor Helena Moreno Delivers Inaugural Address Outlining New Direction for New Orleans

Mayor Helena Moreno addressed a full Saenger Theatre on Monday with her inaugural address prior to being sworn in as the city’s 63rd mayor. In a moving and forward-looking speech, Mayor Moreno outlined her vision for New Orleans, emphasizing urgency, accountability, and a commitment to lifting up every neighborhood.

January 12, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Pledging a Bold New Direction, Mayor Helena Moreno Inaugurated as 63rd Mayor of New Orleans at Saenger Theatre

Today, Helena N. Moreno was inaugurated as the 63rd Mayor of the City of New Orleans during a ceremony held at the historic Saenger Theatre. Moreno was sworn in by a surprise guest,  former Vice President Kamala Harris, in front of a capacity crowd of 2500 attendees representing the diversity of our city.

“We will rebuild what is broken. We will fix what has been ignored. We will lift up every neighborhood, every family, and every dream because you have waited long enough,” said Moreno.

The inaugural theme "ALL IN FOR NEW ORLEANS" embodies Mayor Moreno's vision for collective action and shared responsibility in addressing the city's challenges.

January 9, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary Lane Shift in the Southbound Lane of Johnny Jackson Jr. Boulevard

The City of New Orleans announced that beginning Monday, Jan. 12 at 7 a.m., the Department of Public Works (DPW) contractor Hard Rock Construction will temporarily execute a lane shift to vehicular traffic for approximately two months to accommodate utility construction on the Southbound Lane of Johnny Jackson Jr. Boulevard between Abundance Street and Florida Avenue. This lane shift is necessary to complete essential subsurface utility installation and repairs between the 2700, 2800, and 2900 blocks of Johnny Jackson Jr. Boulevard in accordance with the RR403 NOFOG Project.

January 8, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Traffic Advisory: Temporary Lane Closures of Tulane Avenue (S. Prieur St. to S. Pierce St.)

Beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 12, the City of New Orleans Department of Park & Parkways will temporarily close the interior lane, north and south bound of the 1900 - 4000 blocks of Tulane Avenue, approximately three days to accommodate the relocation of the 24 Alta Magnolia trees. Traffic control measures will be onsite to direct drivers and pedestrians to alternative routes. 

January 5, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

CITY OF NEW ORLEANS CELEBRATES RENOVATION COMPLETION OF NOFD ENGINE 7

Mayor LaToya Cantrell, the City of New Orleans Capital Projects Administration, and the New Orleans Fire Department (NOFD) today celebrated the completion of comprehensive renovations to Engine 7 located at 1441 St. Peter St. This $1.3 million investment in upgrading critical public safety infrastructure was funded using Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) dollars and City bonds.

January 4, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

CITY OF NEW ORLEANS IMPLEMENTS TEMPORARY ST. CHARLES AVENUE LANE CLOSURES AS PART OF MARDI GRAS PUBLIC SAFETY PREPARATIONS

As part of ongoing Mardi Gras public safety preparations, the City of New Orleans will temporarily close the left travel lane on St. Charles Avenue to support upcoming security measures.

December 29, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANS ACTIVATES FREEZE PLAN 

The City of New Orleans today announced that it will activate the Citywide Freeze Plan (CFP) overnight on Sunday, Dec. 14 in anticipation of cold weather.     

    

The National Weather Service (NWS) predicts "feels like" temperatures at or below freezing during overnight hours. This projected range is within the CFP activation threshold of below 35 degrees Fahrenheit (inclusive of wind chill) for over four hours.  There are no watches or warnings anticipated with this event.     

    

The New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP) is coordinating closely with NWS and will update residents via NOLA Ready if the likelihood of local impacts from winter weather increases. A Hard Freeze is not expected in New Orleans at this time, but residents should be prepared to protect people, pets and plants from the cold.     

December 23, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Announces New Year's Day Holiday Trash and Recycling Collection Schedule

The City of New Orleans Department of Sanitation reminds residents and businesses at eligible properties serviced by the City of the solid waste and recyclable materials collection schedule for Thursday, January 1 (New Year's Day).

December 18, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Traffic Advisory Temporary Lane Reduction: The 1500 block of Camp Street

Beginning Friday, Dec. 19, the Office of Resilience & Sustainability contractor RNGD Infrastructure, LLC, will implement a temporary lane reduction in the 1500 block of Camp Street to begin waterline and drainage repairs for the DPS01 Watershed (Broadmoor HMGP) Drainage Upgrades and Green Infrastructure Project (Phase I).