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October 1, 2025 | From City Council

City Council Vice President Helena Moreno Statement on the 2026 Budget Presentation

“I’m confident that as a Council working closely with the Chief Administrative Officer’s team, we can deliver a balanced budget just as we have done year after year. While I appreciate the administration searching for revenue raising solutions, we should pursue all other options rather than raising local fees and taxes. Cost of living burdens are already too high for the people of New Orleans. I appreciate CAO Joe Threat looking to find efficiencies in government, and as I mentioned in today’s meeting, there are even likely opportunities to draw additional revenues through strategy and early collaboration with our state legislators. I look forward to working to find solutions to meet the priority needs of the people of New Orleans and to address our budget obligations by December 1.”

October 1, 2025 | From City Council

Councilmember Eugene Green Congratulates The Roots of Music on New Headquarters in Gentilly

NEW ORLEANS, LA —Councilmember Green proudly congratulates The Roots of Music on the establishment of their new campus in the Gentilly Woods neighborhood of District D and invites the public to join the ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating this important milestone.

September 30, 2025 | From City Council

Criminal Justice Committee Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, the Criminal Justice Committee convened to receive updates on public safety initiatives and to identify legislative, financial, and operational issues from several departments.

September 29, 2025 | From City Council

Community Development Committee Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Monday, September 29, 2025, the Community Development Committee received presentations from several organizations, including the Big Easy Budget Coalition and leadership from the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA). The Committee also held discussions with members of the Chief Administrative Office (CAO) and the Department of Public Works regarding updates on community development projects.

September 26, 2025 | From City Council

City Council Regular Meeting News Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA – At the regular meeting today, Thursday, September 25, 2025, the Council adopted an ordinance to authorize an amendment to the CEA between the City and the United States Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration (USDOT), to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. The Council also adopted a motion to designate the intersection of Treasure Street and Johnny Jackson, Jr. Boulevard as the “Nine Times Social Aid and Pleasure Club Honorary Intersection” in recognition of the community-based organization that is fundamental to the Ninth Ward.

Additionally, the Council adopted an ordinance to amend a section of the City Code regarding blight and public nuisance for both occupied and unoccupied properties, among other items on the meeting agenda.

September 25, 2025 | From City Council

Councilman Eugene Green Honors Victims of Violence and Supports Community Healing

NEW ORLEANS, LA — District D Councilmember Eugene Green joins the New Orleans Police Department, community partners, and advocates in commemorating lives lost to violence and uplifting survivors through two important events of remembrance and resilience.

September 19, 2025 | From City Council

Budget, Audit, and Board of Review Committee Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, the Budget, Audit, and Board of Review Committee convened to discuss several legislative items on the City budget. Members of the Committee also held discussions with representatives from the Chief Administrative Office and the Finance Department regarding updates on the City budget for 2025

September 19, 2025 | From City Council

Governmental Affairs Committee Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, September 18, 2025, the Governmental Affairs Committee met to discuss several legislative items, including Motion No. M-25-469, two amendments to Professional Services Agreements, multiple appointments to city commissions, and a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) between the City and PBP, LLC.

September 18, 2025 | From City Council

Quality of Life Committee Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, September 18, 2025, the Quality of Life Committee met to discuss Motion No. M-25-468. This motion directs and requests the Health Department to design and implement a New Orleans Healthy Workplace Program.