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April 21, 2026 | From City Council

Quality of Life Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the Quality of Life Committee convened to hear a presentation from Odyssey House Louisiana (OHL) regarding operations at the City's Low Barrier Shelter (LBS). Additionally, the committee voted on amendments to two demolition contracts between the City and Durr Heavy Construction.

April 17, 2026 | From City Council

Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, April 16, 2026, the Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee held a meeting to vote on several budget-related pieces of legislation. Additionally, the committee heard reports from Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Joe Giarrusso and the Director of the Finance Department, Alyssa Rambeau, regarding the Monthly Budget Report and the February 2026 Budget Report, respectively.

April 16, 2026 | From City Council

French Quarter Economic Development District Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, April 16, 2026, the French Quarter Economic Development District (FQEDD) met to hear a presentation on Quarterly Budget Expenditure reports of the FQEDD Trust Fund. The FQEDD also received a presentation from the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) regarding the 8^th District Drone program. Following the presentation, the FQEDD voted on a motion to approve an amendment to the 2026 FQEDD operating budget to appropriate funds for the NOPD 8^th District Drone Program within the FQEDD boundaries.

April 16, 2026 | From City Council

Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, April 16, 2026, the Governmental Affairs Committee convened to vote on several different board appointees. Additionally, the committee discussed and voted on an ordinance to amend and reordain a section of the city code regarding temporary alcoholic beverage outlet permits.

April 15, 2026 | From City Council

Joint Climate Change and Sustainability and Utility, Cable, Telecommunications, & Technology Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, the Climate Change and Sustainability and Utility, Cable, Telecommunications, & Technology Committees held a joint meeting to discuss several pieces of legislation. Additionally, Council Advisors also gave a presentation regarding the Distributed Energy Resource (DER) program.

April 14, 2026 | From City Council

Public Works Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, the Public Works Committee convened to discuss two amendments to Professional Service Agreements between the City and IV Waste, LLC, as well as Mott MacDonald, LLC. The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans also provided a monthly operational update, including updates on water main repairs, the line replacement program, and more.

April 10, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Lesli Harris Urges Louisiana to Reject HB211, Criminalization Costs More and Delivers Less

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Councilmember Lesli Harris issued the following statement urging Louisiana lawmakers to reconsider House Bill 211, the “Streets to Success Act”.

April 9, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Lesli Harris Advanced Two Major Cooperative Endeavor Agreements for Affordable Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization

NEW ORLEANS, LA — At today’s City Council meeting, Councilmember Lesli Harris championed the submission of two Cooperative Endeavor Agreements (CEAs), which will deliver on her commitment to affordable housing and transformative community investment. 

April 9, 2026 | From City Council

New Orleans City Council Passes Legislation Endorsing Safe Streets for All Action Plan

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Today, the New Orleans City Council passed Resolution R-26-137, endorsing the City’s Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan, a comprehensive strategy to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries citywide.

The plan, approved following a presentation to the Transportation and Airport Committee, identifies high-risk corridors and prioritizes safety improvements, including better lighting, visible crosswalks, protected intersections, and traffic-calming measures to protect pedestrians and cyclists.