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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Article VII, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and La. R.S. 47:1705(B) that a public hearing of the New Orleans City Council, the governing authority of Orleans Parish, will be held at its regular meeting place, the New Orleans City Council Chamber, Room 1E07, City Hall, located at 1300 Perdido St, New Orleans, LA 70112 on November 5, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. to consider levying additional or increased millage rates without further voter approval, or adopting the adjusted millage rates after reassessment and rolling forward to rates not to exceed the prior year’s maximum authorized millage rates.

The estimated amount of tax revenues to be collected in the next tax year from the increased millage is $297,337,596.11, compared to $255,082,640.68 in tax revenues for the current year. The estimated amount of increase in taxes attributable to the millage increase is $42,254,955.43.

For Fiscal Year 2026, the City of New Orleans has adopted a total operating budget of approximately $1,592,417,236, including approximately $1,592,417,236 in budgeted revenues and $1,592,417,236 in budgeted expenditures.

The City’s complete Fiscal Year 2026 adopted budget, including detailed revenues and expenditures by fund, department, and revenue source, is available at https://nola.gov/next/mayors-office/topics/budget/.

May 2, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans to Host Small Business Opportunities Recap & Resource Fair

 

NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans, in partnership with the Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC), is proud to announce the Small Business Opportunities Recap & Resource Fair: Pathway to City Contracts, taking place on Monday, May 12, at 5 p.m., at Xavier University of Louisiana – University Center (UC), Room 308B.

This free event is designed to equip small businesses with the tools and resources necessary to successfully respond to solicitations and bid on City contracts. Topics will include proposal preparation, securing bonding, navigating the City’s procurement process, and more.

More than 15 small business support agencies and City departments will be present to provide valuable resources, guidance, and networking opportunities.

Attendees will have the chance to network with other small business owners, make meaningful connections, and explore opportunities for growth. This event is an important step for businesses seeking to expand their operations and compete for City contracts.

Meeting Details:

Date: Monday, May 12, 2025

Time: 5 p.m.

Location: Xavier University of Louisiana – University Center

Address: 1 Drexel Drive, New Orleans, LA 70125

Room: 308B

Participation Requirements: Vendors must be certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) and must register through the City’s supplier portal, BRASS. Through BRASS, vendors can receive solicitations, upload invoices, set up direct deposit, and access payment information.

For assistance with BRASS registration, the City’s Bureau of Purchasing provides support virtually or by phone at (504) 658-1550.

Additional Resources:

Small Business Opportunities

SLDBE Certification Information

BRASS Supplier Portal

Doing Business with the City

For media inquiries or additional information, please contact: City of New Orleans Bureau of Purchasing at (504) 658-155