News & Announcements

October 21, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

CITY OF NEW ORLEANS LAUNCHES PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN ON 2025 BOND SALE PROPOSITIONS

The City of New Orleans today announced the launch of a public education campaign to inform residents about the upcoming 2025 Bond Sale propositions, which will appear on the ballot for voter consideration on November 15. 

October 15, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURES FOR RIGHT OF WAY ASPHALT IMPROVEMENT

 The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) announces that beginning the week of Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7 a.m. there will be asphalt milling and overlay at the below locations. All areas are anticipated to be completed in approximately 3 weeks in each area:

• Napoleon Avenue (Loyola Avenue - St. Charles Avenue) - riverbound lanes only

• Press Drive (Chef Menteur Highway - Old Gentilly Road)

• North Galvez Street (Almonaster Avenue - Clouet Street)

• 1600-1800 Abundance Street

October 14, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURES OF OLD GENTILLY ROAD (LOUISA ST TO DESIRE PKWY)

The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) announces that starting Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7 a.m., there will be intermittent closures to through traffic on lanes of Old Gentilly Road, from Louisa Street to Desire Parkway. These closures are expected to last for approximately two weeks.

October 9, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

***UPDATE: Temporary Lane Reduction: The 2400 through 2900 blocks of South Claiborne Avenue

Beginning Tuesday, October 14^th , weather permitting, the Office of Resilience & Sustainability’s contractor, RNGD Infrastructure, LLC, will implement a temporary road reduction in 2400 block of South Claiborne Avenue to begin roadway restoration for the DPS01 Watershed (Broadmoor HMGP) Drainage Upgrades and Green Infrastructure Project (Phase I).  

October 7, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

ROAD CLOSURE EXTENSION IN THE 2300 BLOCK OF MAGAZINE

On Wednesday, Oct. 8, starting at 9 a.m., Magazine Street will be closing off the intersection of First Street in addition to the existing closure of the 2300 block of Magazine Street, to vehicular traffic to facilitate utility repairs, by Department of Public Works contractor. Safety is our main priority; therefore, we are encouraging everyone to follow all traffic signage and construction directions placed in the area. Traffic will reopen by 6 p.m. on Nov. 28, weather permitting.  

October 7, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURES ON BIENVILLE STREET FOR WORK IN EXCHANGE ALLEY

The City of New Orleans announced today that, effective immediately, the Department of Public Works (DPW) contractor, Boh Bros. Construction Co., will temporarily close the 600 block of Bienville Street (Royal St. - Chartres St.) to vehicular traffic. The closure will remain in place through end of the week to accommodate roadwork in Exchange Alley. 

October 7, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

2025 Bond Proposition: Investing in Better Streets and Drainage — Through Existing Taxes

The City of New Orleans is proposing a $510 million bond program to fund major improvements to streets, drainage, public facilities, and affordable housing, without raising taxes. If approved by voters this November, the bonds would be sold in 2026 to advance long-overdue infrastructure improvements across all council districts. Proposed projects include upgrades to major corridors such as Harrison Avenue, Washington Avenue, Franklin Avenue, and Lake Forest Boulevard, supporting safer, more resilient neighborhoods citywide.

October 7, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Safer Streets Ahead: Pedestrian Safety Upgrades Along N. Rampart & N. Peters Streets

The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW), in partnership with the French Quarter Management District (FQMD), has completed a series of safety upgrades along N. Rampart and N. Peters Streets. The project added bright green bike lanes, more than a dozen “Stop for Pedestrians” signs, high-visibility flex posts, brick-red painted corner zones, and two pedestrian-activated flashing beacons near Armstrong Park. These improvements enhance walkability, protect cyclists and pedestrians, and support the City’s Vision Zero initiative to eliminate traffic-related fatalities. Together, they make the French Quarter safer, more connected, and more welcoming for everyone.

October 7, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Roadwork Rundown — Oct. 2025

The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) is advancing multiple infrastructure projects across neighborhoods citywide to improve streets, sidewalks, and drainage systems. From roadway resurfacing and alleyway reconstruction to sidewalk and ADA accessibility upgrades, these projects are building a stronger, safer, and more resilient New Orleans. 

October 6, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

ADDITIONAL ROAD CLOSURE IN EAST CARROLLTON AREA

On Tuesday, Oct. 7, starting at from 9 a.m. Willow Street between Lowerline Street and Adams Street will be closing two blocks to vehicular traffic to facilitate roadway restoration, by Sewer & Water Board contractor, and a water tie in, by Department of Public Works contractor. Safety is our many priorities and we are encouraging everyone to follow all traffic signage and construction directions. Traffic will reopen by 6 p.m. on Oct. 9. The water line will affect the Adams Street (Zimple Street to Jeanette Street) and Willow Street (S Carrollton Avenue to Lowerline Street) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8. We request when the water is restored to this area, please run your faucets for 5 minutes to flush out the lines before resuming regular use.