News & Announcements

February 19, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary Magazine Street Closures for Resurfacing Project

On Thursday, Feb. 20, the Department of Public Works' contractor, Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC, will begin implementing temporary lane closures on Magazine Street between Nashville Avenue and East Drive to mill and resurface the roadway, including both travel and parking lanes. Crews will generally work weekdays between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

February 18, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Community Update: Joint Infrastructure Recovery Request Program

With the recent consolidation of the Joint Infrastructure Recovery Request (JIRR) Program under the leadership of CDM Smith, MB3/Civix, and the Department of Public Works, the City of New Orleans has reassessed the program’s funding to chart the best course forward.

February 14, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Traffic Advisory: Temporary Lane Adjustment on O’Keefe Avenue

The City of New Orleans today announces that the Department of Public Works (DPW) has temporarily adjusted traffic on O’Keefe Avenue between Girod and Poydras Streets, due to public safety concerns. Effective immediately, the left travel lane is now one-way with a 3-tons weight limit to reduce vibrations.

February 12, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Traffic Advisory: Closure of South-bound Lanes of Toledano Street for Construction

The City of New Orleans announces that beginning Wednesday, February 12, weather permitting, the Office of Stormwater and Green Infrastructure’s contractor, Impetus Infrastructure, LLC, will implement lane closures to continue roadway work for the DPW547A - DPS01 Watershed (Broadmoor HMGP) Drainage Upgrades and Green Infrastructure Project (Phase I).  

January 28, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary Detour of Westbound Traffic on Leon C. Simon Boulevard for Road Work

On Wednesday, Jan. 29, starting at 7 a.m. until 5 p.m., the Department of Public Works contractor Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC will implement a detour of westbound traffic on Leon C. Simon Boulevard between Franklin Avenue and Elysian Fields Avenue to conduct concrete roadway repairs. The detour route for vehicular traffic, includes Leon C. Simon Boulevard, Franklin Avenue, Allen Toussaint Boulevard and Elysian Fields Avenue (see attached map.) Rouses Shopping Center will be accessible via the Franklin Avenue entrance.  

January 27, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Mayor Cantrell Announces Love Your City Cleanup Initiative

Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the City of New Orleans Neighborhood Engagement Office, in collaboration with the Department of Public Works, are excited to announce the Love Your City Cleanup—a citywide initiative aimed at uniting communities, fostering civic pride, and enhancing the natural beauty of New Orleans.

This multi-date event invites residents, organizations, and businesses to roll up their sleeves and make a tangible impact. Together, we can keep the Big Easy beautiful for generations to come!

January 15, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Traffic Advisory: Closure of South-bound Lanes of Toledano Street for Construction

Beginning Thursday, Jan. 16, weather permitting, the Office of Stormwater & Green Infrastructure’s contractor, Impetus Infrastructure, LLC, will close the South-bound lanes of Toledano Street to begin roadway work for the DPW547A - DPS01 Watershed (Broadmoor HMGP) Drainage Upgrades and Green Infrastructure Project (Phase I).  A temporary lane closure will begin at 7 a.m. on Jan. 16, the South-bound 3000-3200 blocks of Toledano Street and will remain in effect for approximately one month.

January 13, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Obligates All ARPA Funding Marking Major Milestone in Community Investment

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

City of New Orleans Outlines Public Safety Preparations Ahead of Super Bowl LIX

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

Temporary Traffic Adjustments on O’Keefe Avenue and Lafayette Street Intersection for Public Safety

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.