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July 31, 2025 | From City Council
New Orleans, LA – I appreciate the Mayor’s decision to move forward with allowing IV Waste to continue services through the end of the year. This action helps prevent major disruptions for residents, workers, and visitors in a vital part of our city, said Councilmember King. From the beginning, my priority has been maintaining clean, livable streets while protecting public dollars.
New Orleans, LA – The Mayor has now officially signed off to allow IV Waste to continue servicing the French Quarter and Downtown. I appreciate the Mayor taking this step to keep IV Waste until the end of the year. It was a tough battle to get to this point, but I’m proud of the Council for taking a stand on behalf of the people and to ensure public dollars are not wasted.
July 30, 2025 | From City Council
NEW ORLEANS - On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, the Governmental Affairs Committee moved to forward the appointments of several new members to different organizations for Council approval. Additionally, the Committee moved to report a motion favorably to the Council. This motion would amend Rule 55.b of the Council Rules and Regulations to limit drivers of Council vehicles.
New Orleans, LA – Chief Administrative Officer Gilbert Montaño operated with integrity and a commitment to the betterment of New Orleans. We had several collaborative budget seasons and he always made himself available to the City Council. His dedication to serving the city and its people was evident. I know that he has been put in difficult situations, but he always tried to do what was right and I hope his replacement will do the same.
July 25, 2025 | From City Council
NEW ORLEANS – During its regular meeting today, the Council approved several ordinances, including ordinance No. 35, 158, authorizing a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the City, the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission, and Algiers Development District to support public recreation through NORD’s aquatic programming. The Council also approved motion M-25-396 to hold a public hearing to establish the Fairground Overlay District, which limits permitted uses on the Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots site in Gentilly. Several additional ordinances and resolutions of public interest were also approved during the meeting.
July 23, 2025 | From City Council
NEW ORLEANS - On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, the Transportation Committee held a meeting where key representatives from transportation services provided updates on various projects throughout the city. The Committee received updates on multiple projects from the Regional Transit Authority (RTA), including an update on passenger rail service between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, as well as a presentation on Bike Easy’s Safer St. Claude Campaign and the Daylighting Campaign.
July 22, 2025 | From City Council
NEW ORLEANS - On Monday, July 21, 2025, the Utility and Public Works Committees held a meeting where members received multiple presentations on hurricane season preparedness. This presentation was conducted by representatives from the Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP), Entergy New Orleans (ENO), Delta Utilities, and the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO).
NEW ORLEANS - Following the adjournment of the Joint Committee meeting yesterday, a Committee of the Whole meeting was held, during which members discussed Orleans Parish School Board payments and the Emergency Contract for Sanitation Services.
July 17, 2025 | From City Council
NEW ORLEANS - Councilmember-At-Large Helena Moreno and District 'B' Councilmember Lesli Harris are issuing a reminder that the Council is currently soliciting proposals from structural engineers or engineering firms to provide professional services to the Council regarding advice and assistance related to potential legislative solutions to reduce the risk of collapse of privately-owned structures in the city.
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