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April 9, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Eugene Green Raises Concerns Over State Bills to Restructure New Orleans Court

NEW ORLEANS, LA — City Councilmember Eugene Green issued the following statement regarding SB217 and HB911, two bills advancing through the Louisiana Legislature that propose consolidating the Orleans Parish Civil District Court, Criminal District Court, and Juvenile Court into a single judicial district, effectively eliminating multiple judgeships.

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April 8, 2026 | From City Council

Councilman King’s Statement on the Louisiana Legislature’s Attempt to Dismantle the Orleans Parish Courts

NEW ORLEANS, LA — As the Chair of the Criminal Justice Committee, and as an attorney who practices law in Orleans Parish, the proposed consolidation of courts and clerks of court in Orleans Parish presents substantial concerns, particularly given the lack of a clearly articulated implementation strategy. While the goal of improving efficiency is understandable, there has been little detail provided as to how the transition would occur—specifically, how judicial assignments would be restructured, how cases would be redistributed, and how continuity of operations would be maintained during the process.

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April 8, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Lesli Harris Opposes Louisiana Legislature's Attempt to Dismantle Orleans Parish Courts

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Councilmember Lesli Harris issued a formal statement of opposition to the slate of bills advancing through the Louisiana Legislature, SB217 and HB911, that would eliminate judgeships by consolidating New Orleans' civil, criminal, and juvenile courts under a single judicial district.

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April 8, 2026 | From City Council

Council Vice President Matthew Willard and Councilmember Aimee McCarron Issue Statement in Defense of New Orleans Voters, Court System

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Council Vice President Matthew Willard and District A Councilmember Aimee McCarron issued a formal statement today opposing a set of bills advancing through the Louisiana Legislature, including SB256, SB217, SB197 and HB911. These bills would consolidate – and thereby eliminate – several elected positions in the Orleans Parish court system, including elected judges and clerks of court.

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April 7, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Eugene Green Applauds Shutdown of 7th Ward Drug Operation

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Councilman Eugene Green praised the Orleans Parish District Attorney's office for helping the entire community when it closed down the drug operation at Fat’s Car Wash in the 7th Ward. 

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April 2, 2026 | From City Council

Transportation Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, April 2, 2026, the Transportation Committee convened to receive several updates on ongoing transportation-related projects, including the Amtrak Mardi Gras Service passenger train, the St. Claude Ave. traffic-safety study, and more. The Committee also reviewed a resolution committing the city to the Safe Streets for All safety action plan.

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March 30, 2026 | From City Council

Criminal Justice Committee Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Monday, March 30, 2026, the Criminal Justice Committee convened to hear quarterly report presentations from several organizations, including the Orleans Parish Criminal District Court (OPCDC), New Orleans Police Department (NOPD), and more.

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March 26, 2026 | From City Council

UPDATED: Councilmember Aimee McCarron, New Orleans City Council Endorse West End Redevelopment Efforts

NEW ORLEANS, LA – Today, the redevelopment of West End is one step closer to the finish line after continued efforts from Councilmember Aimee McCarron, Mayor Moreno's administration, and Jefferson Parish and state officials.

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March 26, 2026 | From City Council

City Council Regular Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA – At its regular meeting today, the City Council adopted an ordinance as amended requiring criminal justice agencies to use the current enterprise resource planning system (BRASS) to better track spending. The Council also passed a resolution that supports the creation of the West End Economic Development District in Orleans and Jefferson Parishes through Louisiana House Bill 892, along with several other pieces of legislation.

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