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January 13, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans today announced that it has officially obligated the full $388 million of its American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, a significant milestone that will support critical projects aimed at enhancing infrastructure, improving residents’ quality of life, and fostering long-term resilience. Residents can follow the progress of these investments through the City’s ARPA dashboard at www.nola.gov/arpa.
January 11, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
This week, Mayor LaToya Cantrell, City of New Orleans public safety officials and tourism leaders held a press conference outlining public safety preparations for Super Bowl LIX, scheduled to take place on February 9. With New Orleans serving as the host for this iconic event, officials emphasized their commitment to a safe, seamless, and memorable experience for both residents and visitors.
January 10, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) today announced that beginning on Sunday, Jan. 12, and lasting approximately 10 days, portions of O’Keefe Avenue will be temporarily converted to two-way traffic to accommodate local traffic only. This adjustment is necessary while the intersection of Lafayette Street and O’Keefe Avenue remains closed for public safety due to concerns associated with the collapse of a building's exterior brick wall.
The City of New Orleans today announced the second phase of street closures in advance of Super Bowl LIX. Effective Monday, Jan. 13 at 6 a.m. to Saturday, Jan. 25 at 6 a.m., the streets listed on the attached map will be closed as the City prepares to host the Super Bowl. Additional road closures will be phased in and announced as they are implemented.
January 3, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans today announced the first phase of street closures in advance of Super Bowl LIX. Effective Monday, Jan. 6 at 6 a.m. to Monday. Jan. 13 at 6 a.m., streets adjacent to the Caesars Superdome, listed on the attached map, will be closed as the City prepares to host the Super Bowl. Adjustments will be made to accommodate New Orleans Pelicans fans accessing the Smoothie King Center.
December 31, 2024 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans today announced traffic, transportation and parking impacts, as well as public safety preparations due to upcoming events associated with New Year's Eve and the 2025 Allstate Sugar Bowl. The activities will kick off on Tuesday, Dec. 31 and will commence on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025.
December 30, 2024 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) today informed residents and visitors of a current closure on Bourbon Street near the St. Peter Street intersection on the Esplanade side. The intersection remains open to traffic. This closure is part of the DPW760 Bourbon Street Bollard Assessment & Replacement Project.
December 23, 2024 | From City of New Orleans
Today, Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) was joined by Deputy CAO for Infrastructure Joe Threat, Councilmember Eugene Green of District D, and President of the DeSaix Neighborhood Association Hannah Ligon, along with community leaders to celebrate the completion of the DeSaix Boulevard/Bayou St. John Bridge Improvement Project.
The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) announces the temporary closure of Burgundy Street between Iberville Street and Canal Street on Thursday, Dec. 26, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. During this time, traffic on Canal Street will not be able to turn right onto Burgundy Street. This closure is necessary to complete a waterline tie-in as part of the DPW704 Collapse Site Rehabilitation Project.
December 19, 2024 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans celebrated the official groundbreaking ceremony for the Milan Group A Project, which took place on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, at 1 p.m. The ceremony, held at the intersection of General Pershing Street and Dryades Street, symbolizes a significant milestone in the City’s ongoing efforts to revitalize the Milan neighborhood and improve the quality of life for its residents.
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