News

February 10, 2026 | From City Council

Joint Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology and Public Works, Sanitation and Environment Committee Meeting Summary

February 5, 2026 | From City Council

Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA — The Governmental Affairs Committee convened to conduct a hearing to consider the appointment of Steven Nelson as the Director of the Department of Public Works.

February 3, 2026 | From City Council

New Orleans City Council and Mayor Moreno Launch Major Initiative to Repair Lighting across the City

NEW ORLEANS, LA — The New Orleans City Council and Mayor Moreno announced a $2.8M investment to urgently repair lighting around the city. Prioritized projects include the High Rise bridge in New Orleans East, Interstate 10 and other major routes. Repairs for lighting will also include converting some lighting to solar and aluminum to eliminate the threat of copper theft which has plagued the lighting infrastructure in New Orleans.

January 29, 2026 | From City Council

City Council Shares Important Information Regarding 2026 Mardi Gras Season

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On January 27, 2026, the City Council adopted Motion M-26-50, which set the parade positions and start times for the 2026 Mardi Gras season. Additionally, the Council urges residents and parade-goers to follow several important safety rules and regulations during the carnival season.

January 28, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Lesli Harris Applauds Convention Center and RDNI for River District Reset and Housing Progress

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Today, the Convention Center and RDNI took an important step forward in advancing the River District, including delivering on the promise of 900 new residential units, 450 of which will be affordable and workforce housing

January 28, 2026 | From City Council

New Orleans City Council Approves Motions to Study Data Center Zoning and Temporary Restrictions

NEW ORLEANS, LA — At a special meeting held today, the City Council approved two motions addressing the proposed data center in New Orleans East and the regulation of future data center developments citywide. The motions now place a moratorium on these uses while the City Planning Commission (CPC) conducts public hearings to evaluate zoning definitions, standards, and other land use controls related to data center uses, at the Council's direction. 

January 27, 2026 | From City Council

City Council Regular Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA – At its regular meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, the City Council adopted several pieces of legislation, including a Motion to set the parade positions and start times for the 2026 carnival parade season, a Motion enacting mandatory unpaid furlough days for unclassified city employees beginning in February, and more.

January 27, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Eugene Green Applauds OPSB Vote Advancing 9th Ward Stadium

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Councilmember Eugene Green praised the Orleans Parish School Board’s approval of the amended Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for the 9th Ward Stadium, clearing the way for construction of the long-awaited multi-sport facility in the Upper Ninth Ward.

January 23, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Lesli Harris Convenes First Budget Committee Meeting as Chair, Sets Tone for Fiscal Accountability and Transparency

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Councilmember Lesli Harris yesterday chaired her first
meeting as Chair of the New Orleans City Council’s Budget Committee, launching the year’s budget oversight work with a focus on financial discipline, transparency, and long-term stability.