New Orleans public meetings in 2025

Abcb Nuisance Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is meeting for a nuisance hearing. The only substantive item is the ratification of the December 22, 2025 sales tax hearing. The meeting includes roll call and pledge of allegiance.

• Ratification of 12-22-25 sales tax hearing

The board approved a consent judgment of $3,600 against Thali Llama LLC, doing business as Plume Algiers at 1113 Teche Street, for selling alcohol without a license for 24 months. The judgment is payable within 90 days. The board also ratified the October 22, 2025 sales tax hearing minutes in a 6-0 vote.

• Approved $3,600 consent judgment for Plume Algiers (6-0)
• Ratified 10-22-25 sales tax hearing minutes (6-0)

Abcb Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a sales tax hearing on December 22, 2025, to address 12 cases where businesses allegedly sold alcohol without a valid permit. Each case involves delinquent alcohol beverage permits for periods ranging from 4 to 42 months. The board will hear allegations and recommendations for each permittee.

• NRG New Orleans LLC d/b/a Brewery Saint X and Devil Moon BBQ at 1100 Girod Street — delinquent ABO 2024-2025 (12 months)
• DPMJ LLC d/b/a Bijou Restaurant at 1014 North Rampart Street — delinquent ABO 2024-2025 (12 months)
• 840 Coffee Co LLC d/b/a PJ's at 840 Saint Charles Avenue — delinquent ABO 2024-2025 (12 months)
• The Vault NOLA LLC d/b/a The Vault at 501 Verret Street — delinquent ABO 2024-2025 (12 months)
• Karno Enterprises LLC d/b/a Cornet at 700 Bourbon Street — delinquent ABO 2022-2023 through 2025-2026 (42 months)

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board held a sales tax hearing on October 22, 2025, addressing 12 cases of alleged alcohol sales without a license due to delinquent ABO taxes. Four cases were resolved via consent judgments totaling $6,000 in fines, one case was dismissed, and six were continued to a future meeting. One case was continued without date.

• Dismissed case 065-25 against Café Cheo Leo (District E)
• Approved $1,200 consent judgment for Eedo’s Restaurant (case 067-25, District E), payable in 90 days
• Approved $1,200 consent judgment for Pra_Lee’s (case 068-25, District E), payable in 30 days
• Approved $1,200 consent judgment for Thalia Restaurant (case 069-25, District B), payable in 90 days
• Approved $1,200 consent judgment for Mama’s Cooking (case 071-25, District D), payable in 60 days
• Approved $2,400 consent judgment for 14 Parishes (case 074-25, District B), payable in 60 days
• Continued 6 cases (031-25, 061-25, 064-25, 070-25, 073-25) to December 22, 2025 meeting
• Continued case 072-25 (Breads on Oak) without date

City Council

The City Council will consider Mayor Cantrell's veto of two ordinances (Calendar No. 35,253 and 35,254) and vote on a resolution directing Entergy New Orleans to investigate and fix electric service disruptions. The consent agenda includes multiple HDLC appeals, a proposed hotel at 621 Elysian Fields Avenue, and reports on encampment cleanups and NOPD staffing.

• Mayor Cantrell's veto of Ordinance No. 30530 and 30531 M.C.S. to be reconsidered
• Resolution R-25-626 directing Entergy New Orleans to investigate electric service disruptions
• Appeal of HDLC denial for a five-story, 81,258 SF hotel at 621 Elysian Fields Avenue
• Ordinance to align non-consensual towing fees with Louisiana Public Service Commission rates (Cal. No. 35,302)
• Conditional use permit for a gas station at 3340 Orleans Avenue (Zoning Docket 57/25)

Public Works

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) will discuss the status and urgency of procurement for the Lead Service Line Replacement Program. The meeting includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and a presentation from SWBNO representatives.

• Discussion of Lead Service Line Replacement Program procurement status and urgency
• Presentation by SWBNO representatives on the program
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2025 meeting

Climate Change And Sustainability

The New Orleans City Council's Climate Change and Sustainability Committee will consider two resolutions at its December 16 meeting. One resolution would establish an expanded distributed energy resources program, and another would create metrics and reports to evaluate the city's resilience investments.

• Resolution to expand distributed energy resources and related facilities (R-25-669)
• Resolution to establish pole metrics, resilience reports, and reporting metrics for resilience investments (R-25-664)
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting

Governmental Affairs

The City Council's Governmental Affairs Committee will discuss and vote on a six-month, $3.4 million sanitation services contract for the French Quarter and Downtown Development District. The committee will also consider several contract amendments, including a $490,000 increase for a municipal revenue collection system and a one-year extension for the city's employee healthcare plan. Additionally, the committee will discuss a proposed contract for permanent gates on Bourbon Street and vote on ordinances to align non-consensual towing fees with state rates and adjust metered parking rates.

• Vote on $3,443,303 six-month sanitation contract with IV Waste, LLC for Area 5 (French Quarter and Downtown Development District)
• Discussion of proposed contract with TCP Security Solutions for permanent gates on Bourbon Street to block vehicular traffic during certain hours
• Vote on ordinance to align non-consensual towing fees with Louisiana Public Service Commission rates
• Vote on ordinance to amend metered parking rates on city streets
• Vote on $490,000 increase to Fast Enterprises contract for municipal revenue collection system

City Council (Special Meeting)

The City Council will consider ordinances to appropriate $700,000 from the Reserve Fund to the New Orleans Police Department for personnel costs, and to renew a sales-tax increment for the New Orleans City Park Taxing District for six years at up to $700,000 per year. Also on the agenda are two resolutions to release funds from the Employee Emergency Payroll Fund for payroll and benefits.

• Ordinance to appropriate Reserve Fund money to NOPD for personnel expenses due to an economic downturn
• Ordinance to renew sales-tax increment for New Orleans City Park Taxing District for six years, up to $700,000/year
• Resolution to release $7,247,435.64 from Employee Emergency Payroll Fund for payroll period Nov 16–29, 2025
• Resolution to release an unspecified amount from Employee Emergency Payroll Fund for payroll period Nov 23–Dec 6, 2025

Joint Uctt And Climate

The Joint Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology and Climate Change and Sustainability Committee will consider several resolutions related to Entergy New Orleans (ENO), including a new review of asset management systems, approval of a 2025 financing plan for bonds and securities, and acceptance of the 2024 Integrated Resource Plan. The committee will also vote on implementation plans for the Energy Smart program and the Triennial RCPS Compliance Plan, and consider motions to appoint legal, technical, and administrative advisors for utility regulatory matters. One item, a resolution on expanding distributed energy resources, has been deferred to a later meeting.

• Resolution ordering a new review of ENO's asset management systems and an updated report from Quanta Technologies
• Resolution to approve ENO's 2025 financing plan for new bonds, debt securities, and preferred securities
• Resolution accepting ENO's 2024 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) filing as compliant
• Resolution to approve implementation plans for Energy Smart Program Years 16-18 (2026-2028)
• Motions to appoint Dentons US LLP as legal advisor, Legend Consulting Group as technical advisor, and three administrative hearing officers

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will discuss and vote on a slate of contract amendments and new agreements, including a $3.4 million six-month sanitation contract for the French Quarter and Downtown Development District. Members will also consider ordinances to align non-consensual towing fees with state rates and to raise metered parking rates in a defined area. A presentation on proposed permanent gates for Bourbon Street is scheduled for discussion only.

• New $3,443,303 sanitation contract with IV Waste, LLC for Area 5 (French Quarter and Downtown Development District)
• Amendment to G.E.C., Inc. contract for Agricultural Street Landfill Redevelopment, decreasing compensation to $1,993,751.79
• Amendment to Fast Enterprises, LLC contract for sales tax collection system, increasing amount by $490,000
• Ordinance to align non-consensual towing fees with Louisiana Public Service Commission rates
• Ordinance to raise metered parking rates in a specified area, with an amendment defining the boundaries

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will hear presentations on recycling updates from Glass Half Full, a local glass-recycling nonprofit, and from the Department of Sanitation and the Office of Resilience and Sustainability. The meeting also includes roll call and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Glass Half Full Recycling Updates by CEO Franziska Trautmann
• Department of Sanitation Recycling Updates by Director Matt Torri and Circular Economy Manager Chris Lang
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2025 meeting

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will discuss and vote on a request from the Orleans Parish School Board for funds from the Caesars (Harrah's) lease. Members will also hear updates on homelessness efforts from the Office of Homeless Services and NOPD, and a demolition update on DeGaulle Manor from the CAO's Office, Code Enforcement, and Finance.

• Discussion and vote on School Board request for funds from Caesars (Harrah's) lease
• Update on current efforts to address homelessness from Office of Homeless Services and NOPD
• DeGaulle Manor demolition update from CAO's Office, Code Enforcement, and Finance Department
• Approval of minutes from September 29, 2025 meeting

City Council

The New Orleans City Council met on December 4, 2025, to adopt a consent agenda that included reports on Entergy utility matters, a proposed contract with IV Waste for sanitation services, and several zoning ordinances. The body also scheduled public hearings for demolition applications and tax abatements.

• Entergy New Orleans utility reports and billing adjustments
• Proposed contract with IV Waste for Area 5 sanitation services
• Zoning ordinance to amend parking requirements for a community center
• Zoning ordinance to establish a parking lot at 1316 Prytania Street
• Public hearing scheduled for demolition applications at 1822-1824 Frenchmen St and 1709 Marais St

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt the consent agenda and to suspend the public‑comment rules for the meeting. Both motions passed with a 7‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.

• Adopt consent agenda (7-0)
• Suspend rules for public comments (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider consent agenda items including two demolitions (1822-1824 Frenchmen St. and 1709 Marais St.), a restoration tax abatement for 2400 Napoleon Ave., a sanitation contract with IV Waste LLC, and several Entergy utility reports. The regular agenda includes public hearings on a capital improvement plan amendment, appeals of Historic District Landmarks Commission decisions, and zoning changes for properties including a gas station at 4500 Woodland Drive and a parking lot at 1316 Prytania Street.

• Demolition applications for 1822-1824 Frenchmen St. and 1709 Marais St.
• Restoration Tax Abatement for 2400 Napoleon Ave. (RTA #20230182)
• Sanitation services contract with IV Waste LLC for Area 5
• Zoning change for a gas station at 4500 Woodland Drive (Cal. No. 35,300)
• HDLC appeal for a five-story hotel at 1516 Erato St.

Fq Edd Meeting

The French Quarter Economic Development District (FQ EDD) will review the third-quarter budget and expenditure reports of the FQ EDD Trust Fund, followed by a presentation of the 2026 budget. Members will also vote on a motion to approve the district’s 2026 annual budget as amended by the French Quarter Management District.

• Quarterly budget and expenditure reports for FQ EDD Trust Fund
• 2026 FQMD budget presentation
• Motion 2025-02 to approve 2026 annual budget (Exhibit A) with amendments

City Council (Special Meeting)

The New Orleans City Council will hold a special meeting to consider two ordinances that would transfer money from the city's Savings Fund (Reserve Fund) to the New Orleans Police Department to cover ongoing personnel expenses, citing a significant loss in city revenue due to an economic downturn. The council will also consider two resolutions to release funds from the Employee Emergency Payroll Fund for police, fire, and other employee payroll periods in November 2025. A monthly budget-to-actual expenditure report will be received as part of the regular agenda.

• Ordinance to appropriate a portion of the Reserve Fund to NOPD for personnel expenses (Cal. No. 35,305)
• Ordinance to appropriate a portion of the Reserve Fund to NOPD for operating budget expenditures (Cal. No. 35,306)
• Resolution to release funds from the Employee Emergency Payroll Fund for payroll period Nov 9–22, 2025
• Resolution to release funds from the Employee Emergency Payroll Fund for police and fire payroll period Nov 16–29, 2025
• Monthly budget-to-actual expenditure report from the Director of Governmental Affairs

Special Budget Meeting

The City Council holds a special meeting to receive the Mayor's proposed 2026 Capital and Operating Budgets. The council will also consider motions to recommend capital projects for 2027-2030 and approve operating budgets for the Aviation Board, French Market Corporation, and other city agencies.

• 2026 Executive Budget Address by Mayor LaToya Cantrell
• Motion recommending projects for the 2027-2030 Capital Program
• Approval of 2026 Operating Budget for the New Orleans Aviation Board
• Approval of 2026 Operating Budget for the French Market Corporation
• Approval of 2026 Operating Budget for the Orleans Parish Communication District

The council convened a special meeting to receive Mayor Cantrell's 2026 Executive Budget Address. All eight budget-related motions (M-25-514 through M-25-520) were continued to the December 1, 2025 meeting without a vote. No substantive decisions were made.

• Heard Mayor Cantrell's 2026 Executive Budget Address
• Continued Motion M-25-514 (capital program projects) to Dec. 1
• Continued Motion M-25-515 (Aviation Board budget) to Dec. 1
• Continued Motion M-25-516 (Delgado-Albania Plantation budget) to Dec. 1
• Continued Motion M-25-517 (French Market Corp budget) to Dec. 1
• Continued Motion M-25-518 (Municipal Yacht Harbor budget) to Dec. 1
• Continued Motion M-25-519 (Orleans Parish Communication District budget) to Dec. 1
• Continued Motion M-25-520 (Building Corp budget) to Dec. 1

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2026 operating budget of revenues and expenditures, the 2026 capital budget, and the 2026 ad valorem tax levy and millage rates. It will also vote on budgets for several city agencies, including the Aviation Board, French Market Corporation, and the Housing Trust Fund. The meeting includes public comment on these items.

• 2026 Operating Budget of Revenues (Cal. 35,253) and Expenditures (Cal. 35,254)
• 2026 Capital Budget (Cal. 35,255)
• 2026 ad valorem tax levy and millage rates (Cal. 35,256)
• Approval of 2026 budgets for Aviation Board, French Market Corporation, and other agencies (M-25-515 through M-25-520)
• Approval of Housing Trust Fund budget and implementation plan (M-25-593)

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will discuss and then vote on an amended official 2026 General Fund revenue forecast. The meeting also includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, and other matters before adjournment.

• Discussion of 2026 General Fund Revenue Forecast
• Adoption of Amended Official 2026 Revenue Forecast

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will consider ordinances for the 2026 operating, capital, and tax budgets, along with fee adjustments and funding for cultural programs. The body will also approve budgets for various city boards and commissions.

• 2026 Operating Budget (Ordinance)
• 2026 Capital Budget (Ordinance)
• 2026 Ad Valorem Tax Levy (Ordinance)
• New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Foundation budget (Ordinance)
• Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee budget (Motion)

The council approved the minutes from prior meetings. It adopted several ordinances establishing ad valorem tax rates and fees for 2026, and approved the city's operating revenue, operating expenditure, and capital budgets for 2026. Additional measures included a tourism and cultural program budget and a housing trust fund budget. All motions passed with unanimous yeas or with only a few members absent.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0, Morrell absent)
• Adopted CAL 35,256 tax levy ordinance (6-0, Morrell absent)
• Adopted CAL 35,257 fee ordinance, adopted as amended (6-0, Morrell absent)
• Adopted CAL 35,258 notarial fees ordinance (7-0)
• Adopted CAL 35,253 operating revenue budget (7-0)
• Adopted CAL 35,254 operating expenditure budget (7-0)
• Adopted CAL 35,255 capital budget (7-0)
• Adopted CAL 35,259 tourism and cultural program budget (7-0)

City Council

The New Orleans City Council adopted a consent agenda covering utility communications, zoning reports, and pay plan amendments. The body also scheduled an executive session to discuss litigation and set public hearing dates for several zoning appeals.

• Utility communications from Entergy and Delta Gas received
• Sewerage and Water Board pay plan amendments submitted for approval
• Zoning docket items 49/25 through 59/25 transmitted
• Appeals for fence height increases at 3513, 3517, and 3521 Chartres Street scheduled
• Appeal for demolition at 2831 Livaudais Street scheduled

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning ordinances, including one to allow home-based childcare centers in General Planned Development Districts and another to permit packaged alcohol sales at 501-519 Hagan Street. The consent agenda includes receiving reports on utility matters, tax abatements, and appeals of Historic District Landmarks Commission decisions. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation in the Edward Wisner Donation case.

• Ordinance to allow home-based childcare centers in GPD districts (Cal. No. 35,279)
• Conditional use for packaged alcohol sales at 501-519 Hagan Street (Cal. No. 35,277)
• Appeals of HDLC denials for fence height increases at 3513, 3517, and 3521 Chartres Street
• Restoration Tax Abatement application for 628 Jefferson Avenue
• Executive session on Council v. Edward Wisner Donation litigation

City Council

The City Council will receive communications on electric and gas utility adjustments for November 2025, including filings from Entergy New Orleans and Delta Natural Gas. It will also hear appeals of Historic District Landmarks Commission decisions on properties at 821-823 Fourth Street, 1235 Piety Street, 1516 Erato Street, 1115-1117 Independence Street, 915 Jackson Avenue, and 4025-4027 Baudin Street. Several contract amendments and agreements are proposed for referral to the Governmental Affairs Committee.

• Entergy New Orleans environmental, purchased power, and fuel adjustments for November 2025 billing cycle
• Appeal of HDLC denial of 33,664-square-foot, five-story hotel at 1516 Erato Street
• Appeal of HDLC denial of demolition at 1235 Piety Street
• Proposed agreement with U.S. Bancorp Asset Management Inc.
• Proposed agreement with Fast Enterprises LLC

City Council (Special Meeting)

The New Orleans City Council will consider a resolution to immediately halt all purchases impacting the 2025 operating budget. Another resolution requests a state audit of city finances for fiscal years 2022-2025. A motion to create a new interim zoning district for transient lodging (hotels, hostels, short-term rentals) is also up for reconsideration.

• Resolution R-25-559: Stop all purchases affecting the 2025 operating budget.
• Resolution R-25-560: Request Louisiana Legislative Auditor to investigate city finances, including budget, hiring, and contracts for FY 2022-2025.
• Motion M-25-530: Create a Transient Lodging Interim Zoning District requiring conditional-use approval for hotels, hostels, and short-term rentals.

The City Council adopted a substitute motion creating a new Interim Zoning District that requires conditional-use approval for transient lodging uses like hotels, hostels, and short-term rentals. It also passed resolutions to freeze all 2025 operating budget purchases, request a Louisiana Legislative Auditor investigation into city finances for fiscal years 2022-2025, and commit to fiscal responsibility in using revenue notes for payroll. One earlier motion on the same zoning topic was withdrawn.

• Adopted substitute motion M-25-530 creating Transient Lodging Interim Zoning District requiring conditional-use approval for hotels, hostels, short-term rentals, timeshares, and bed-and-breakfasts
• Adopted resolution R-25-559 to immediately stop all purchases impacting the 2025 operating budget
• Adopted resolution R-25-560 (as amended) requesting Louisiana Legislative Auditor investigation into city finances for FY 2022-2025
• Adopted resolution R-25-561 committing to fiscal responsibility and oversight of revenue notes for payroll
• Withdrawn original motion M-25-530 on transient lodging interim zoning
• Introduced and laid over ordinances calendar numbers 35,295 through 35,297

City Council

The City Council will vote on ordinances regarding first responder reality programming and carnival parade logistics. The body is also reviewing several zoning requests and approving contracts for city services.

• Ordinance to prohibit agreements for reality-based programming featuring city first responders
• Zoning change for 3601 Behrman Place to a Suburban Neighborhood Mixed-Use District
• Conditional use request for a warehouse in a Mardi Gras den at 2901-2917 Tchoupitoulas Street
• Proposed agreements with BW Cooper Senior, LLC and Manning Family Children’s Hospital
• Ordinance to clarify carnival parade positions, routes, dates, and times

The Council considered a series of motions to add the Council President as a signatory on contracts with Aptim Environmental and Infrastructure, Quartech Corrections, Smith, Parrish & Atkins Resource Consultants, and Clutch Consulting Group. It also considered a motion to ratify the Mayor’s appointment of Nicholas Poche to the City Planning Commission. The minutes do not record vote tallies or final approvals for these items.

• Motion M-25-535: add President as signatory to Aptim Environmental and Infrastructure contract (outcome not recorded)
• Motion M-25-536: add President as signatory to Quartech Corrections amendment (outcome not recorded)
• Motion M-25-537: add President as signatory to Smith, Parrish & Atkins amendment (outcome not recorded)
• Motion M-25-538: add President as signatory to Clutch Consulting Group amendment (outcome not recorded)
• Motion M-25-539: ratify Mayor’s appointment of Nicholas Poche to City Planning Commission (outcome not recorded)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to prohibit agreements that allow reality-based programming featuring city first responders. The council also has multiple zoning changes, contract amendments, and routine reports on its consent agenda for the October 23 meeting.

• Ordinance to ban reality-based programming featuring city first responders (Cal. No. 35,242)
• Conditional use for a neighborhood commercial establishment at 1817-1819 Sophie Wright Place (Cal. No. 35,243)
• Conditional use for a warehouse/Mardi Gras den at 2901-2917 Tchoupitoulas Street (Cal. No. 35,244)
• Zoning change at 3601 Behrman Place from S-B2 to S-MU district (Cal. No. 35,245)
• Contract amendments adding Council President as signatory for Aptim Environmental, Quartech Corrections, and other vendors (Motions M-25-535 through M-25-538)

Abcb Nuisance Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a nuisance hearing for THALI LLAMA, LLC d/b/a PLUME ALGIERS at 1113 Teche Street. The business faces allegations of selling alcohol without a valid permit for 24 consecutive months, violating New Orleans City Code Section 10-47.

• Hearing Number 057-25 (TX) for THALI LLAMA, LLC d/b/a PLUME ALGIERS at 1113 Teche Street
• Allegations: 24 months of unlicensed alcohol sales (2023-2024 and 2024-2025)
• New Orleans City Code Section 10-47 cited as violation

The board continued Hearing 057-25 for Thali Llama LLC d/b/a Plume Algiers (1113 Teche St) to October 22, 2025, on allegations of selling alcohol without a permit for 24 months. The board also ratified the minutes of the August 15 and September 10, 2025 sales tax hearings by 5-0 votes.

• Continued nuisance hearing for Plume Algiers to Oct 22, 2025 (no vote recorded)
• Ratified 8-15-25 Sales Tax Hearing minutes (5-0)
• Ratified 9-10-25 Sales Tax Hearing minutes (5-0)

Abcb Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold hearings on 12 businesses accused of selling alcohol without a valid permit. Each case alleges the permittee failed to renew their license for the 2024-2025 period. The hearing officer will consider recommendations for each case.

• NRG New Orleans LLC (Brewery Saint X and Devil Moon BBQ) at 1100 Girod Street
• DPMJ LLC (Bijou Restaurant) at 1014 North Rampart Street
• Cheo Leo LLC (Café Cheo Leo) at 14307 Chef Menteur Highway
• Vien Man Inc. (Mama's Cooking) faces two hearings for 24 months of delinquent license fees
• 114 Magazine Operating Company (Best Western St. Christopher Hotel) faces 13 months of delinquent fees

The New Orleans Alcoholic Beverage Control Board held a sales tax hearing on September 10, 2025, addressing six cases of alleged alcohol sales without a license. Two cases were continued, one was dismissed, and three businesses reached settlements totaling $7,200 in fines.

• Continued case 031-25 (Brewery Saint X) to 10/22/25 with service
• Dismissed case 041-25 (Diamonds Street Grill)
• Approved $2,400 settlement for Chais Delachaise (case 046-25), payable in 60 days
• Approved $2,400 settlement for The Delachaise (case 047-25), payable in 60 days
• Continued case 061-25 (Bijou Restaurant) to 10/22/25 with service via certified mail
• Approved $2,400 consent judgment for Ruth's Chris Steak House (case 064-25), payable in 120 days

Orleans Parish Board Of Review

The Orleans Parish Board of Review will hear a presentation on the 2026 Tax Appeal recommendation process from Hammerman & Gainer, LLC, then vote on resolutions to dispose of appeals and certify adjusted assessments for all seven municipal districts to the Louisiana Tax Commission.

• Presentation by Scott J. Spivey of Hammerman & Gainer, LLC on 2026 Tax Appeal recommendation results
• R-25-1: Disposition of appeals in the First through Seventh Municipal Districts
• R-25-2: Certification of adjusted assessments for all seven municipal districts to the Louisiana Tax Commission

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 9, 2025, to vote on several ordinances and receive reports. Key items include a conditional use permit for a bar at 325 Andrew Higgins Drive, an affordable housing planned development at 1122 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, and a zoning change from residential to business-industrial. The council will also receive utility rate adjustment filings from Entergy and Delta Gas, a demolition application, and various departmental reports.

• Conditional use permit for a bar at 325 Andrew Higgins Drive (Cal. No. 35,231).
• Affordable housing planned development at 1122 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard (Cal. No. 35,232).
• Zoning change from S-RD Suburban Two-Family Residential to BIP Business-Industrial (Cal. No. 35,233).
• Utility rate adjustments for October 2025 billing cycle from Entergy New Orleans and Delta Gas.
• Demolition application for 6156 Pontchartrain Blvd. (Council District A).

Public Works

The New Orleans City Council will consider a resolution to amend the bond resolution for the Ninth Ward stadium and multi-sport venue. The meeting also includes roll call and approval of prior minutes.

• R-25-524: Amendment to bond resolution for Ninth Ward stadium and track & field facility

Special Budget Meeting

The City Council holds a special meeting to receive Mayor LaToya Cantrell's proposed 2026 Capital and Operating Budgets. Council will also consider motions to approve 2026 operating budgets for the Aviation Board, French Market Corporation, and other city agencies, plus a motion to recommend projects for the 2027-2030 Capital Program.

• Mayor's 2026 Executive Budget Address for Capital and Operating Budgets
• Motion M-25-514: Recommending projects for 2027-2030 Five-Year Capital Program
• Motion M-25-515: Approving 2026 Operating Budget of New Orleans Aviation Board
• Motion M-25-517: Approving 2026 Operating Budget of French Market Corporation
• Motion M-25-521: Authorizing technical adjustments to 2026 budget adoption documents

The council heard Mayor LaToya Cantrell's proposed 2026 Capital and Operating Budgets. All eight budget-related motions (M-25-514 through M-25-521) were introduced and continued to the meeting of December 1, 2025. No votes were taken on any budget items.

• Mayor Cantrell presented the proposed 2026 Capital and Operating Budgets
• Motion M-25-514 (Five-Year Capital Program projects 2027-2030) continued to Dec. 1
• Motion M-25-515 (Aviation Board 2026 Operating Budget) continued to Dec. 1
• Motion M-25-516 (Delgado-Albania Plantation Commission 2026 budget) continued to Dec. 1
• Motion M-25-517 (French Market Corporation 2026 budget) continued to Dec. 1
• Motion M-25-518 (Municipal Yacht Harbor 2026 budget) continued to Dec. 1
• Motion M-25-519 (Orleans Parish Communication District 2026 budget) continued to Dec. 1
• Motion M-25-520 (Building Corporation 2026 budget) continued to Dec. 1

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will hear quarterly updates from nine public safety agencies, including courts, police, and the District Attorney's office. The meeting includes roll call and approval of prior minutes. No votes on new policies or funding are scheduled.

• Municipal & Traffic Court quarterly report
• Criminal District Court quarterly report
• Juvenile Court quarterly report
• NOPD quarterly report
• Coroner's Office quarterly report

Revenue Estimating Conference

The New Orleans Revenue Estimating Conference will meet to discuss and adopt the official 2026 General Fund revenue forecast, along with approving minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting and handling other matters.

• Adoption of minutes from August 27, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of 2026 General Fund Revenue Forecast
• Adoption of Official 2026 Revenue Forecast

Community Development

The Community Development committee will hear a budget survey presentation from the Big Easy Budget Coalition, receive updates on street repairs in Algiers and the French Quarter, discuss a pedestrian crosswalk for the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA), and consider the demolition of DeGaulle Manor. The meeting also includes roll call and approval of prior minutes.

• Budget Survey Presentation by Big Easy Budget Coalition
• Update on Street Repairs in Algiers and French Quarter
• NOCCA Pedestrian Crosswalk presentation by NOCCA leadership
• Demolition of DeGaulle Manor with CAO, Code Enforcement, and Finance representatives

Htfac

The Housing Trust Fund Committee will receive updates on the CEA status and large multifamily gap funding, hear a presentation on proposed HTF allocations, and take public comment on Rainy Day, Administrative, Homeownership, Rental Supply, and Rental Preservation programs. The committee will also vote on the Housing Trust Fund Annual Report.

• Housing Trust Fund Annual Report vote
• Presentation on proposed Housing Trust Fund allocations
• Public comment on Rainy Day & Administrative allocations
• Public comment on Homeownership programs
• Public comment on Rental Supply Expansion programs

City Council

The City Council will consider a motion to direct the NOPD to create a more expansive local missing person safety alert program for children, seniors, and vulnerable adults. The council will also vote on several contract amendments adding the Council President as a signatory, including amendments with Global Solutions Group, AT&T Enterprises, and Presidio Networked Solutions. Consent agenda items include receiving communications on Entergy utility matters, a Gentilly Landfill permit, and appeals of short-term rental zoning decisions.

• Motion M-25-469: Directs NOPD to establish a local missing person safety alert program for children, seniors, and vulnerable adults
• Motion M-25-476: Adds Council President as signatory to Amendment No. 4 with Global Solutions Group, Inc.
• Motion M-25-477: Adds Council President as signatory to Amendment No. 5 with AT&T Enterprises, LLC
• Communication: Appeal of Commercial Short-Term Rental Interim Zoning District for 8504 Oak Street and 2608 Republic Street
• Communication: Public comments requested on Gentilly Landfill permitting action at 10200 Almonaster Ave

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will consider motions to establish a Healthy Workplace Program and a missing person safety alert program for children, seniors, and vulnerable adults. The council will also vote on several contract amendments with AT&T, Global Solutions Group, and Presidio Networked Solutions, and receive reports on utility matters, zoning dockets, and a landfill permit.

• Motion M-25-469 to create a missing person safety alert program for children, seniors, and vulnerable adults, directing NOPD to implement.
• Motion M-25-468 to establish a Healthy Workplace Program with certification and standards for employers.
• Contract amendments adding Council President as signatory for AT&T Enterprises, Global Solutions Group, Presidio Networked Solutions, and MDL Enterprises.
• Appeal of HDLC $16,000 fine for unauthorized demolition at 500 State Street.
• Public comment period for Gentilly Landfill permit at 10200 Almonaster Ave.

The City Council adopted a motion directing the Health Department to develop a budget and rules for a New Orleans Healthy Workplace Program. It also adopted a motion directing the NOPD, NOHSEP, and OPCD to expand a missing‑person safety alert program for children, seniors, and vulnerable adults. In addition, the Council approved amendments adding the Council President as a signatory to several existing contracts.

• Adopted Healthy Workplace Program motion (M-25-468)
• Adopted missing‑person safety alert program motion (M-25-469)
• Adopted amendment adding President as signatory to Global Solutions Group contract (M-25-476)
• Adopted amendment adding President as signatory to AT&T Enterprises contract (M-25-477)
• Adopted amendment adding President as signatory to Presidio Networked Solutions contract (M-25-478)
• Adopted amendment adding President as signatory to Health Department signage agreement (M-25-479)
• Adopted amendment adding President as signatory to MDL Enterprises bid contract (M-25-480)

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will consider a motion directing the Health Department to study costs and develop rules for a New Orleans Healthy Workplace Program. The program would set workplace health standards, create a voluntary certification process, and provide technical assistance to employers. Presenters from Step Up Louisiana will speak on the proposal.

• Motion M-25-468: Directs Health Department to study costs and develop rules for a Healthy Workplace Program
• Program would establish workplace health standards and a voluntary certification process
• Presenters: Britain Forsyth, Janet Marts, and Paulette Taylor from Step Up Louisiana

Governmental Affairs

The New Orleans City Council will discuss and vote on a motion to direct the NOPD to create a local missing person alert program for children, seniors, and vulnerable adults. The council will also consider appointments to several boards and commissions, and discuss a contract amendment for the city's employee healthcare plan with UnitedHealthcare.

• Motion M-25-469 to establish a local missing person safety alert program for children, seniors, and vulnerable adults
• Sixth Amendment to the UnitedHealthcare contract for city employee healthcare plan
• Second Amendment to the professional services agreement with Jay Ginsberg for hearing officer services, increasing compensation to $105,000
• Appointments to the City Planning Commission, Metropolitan Human Services District, and Vieux Carré Commission
• Discussion of short-term rental platform compliance with City Code § 26-622

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget Audit Board of Review will discuss and vote on multiple budget ordinances, including a $91 million water revenue bond and transfers totaling $25,000 for police covert operations equipment. The meeting also includes presentations on the Right to Counsel program, Uptown Quiet Zone status, and District C budget discussions covering Algiers Transfer Station, DeGaulle Manor demolition, and traveler’s aid contracts.

• $91,000,000 water revenue bond preliminary approval (R-25-482)
• $25,000 transfer to NOPD for covert operations equipment (Ords 35217 & 35218)
• $6,255,707 fund transfer to cover 2024 shortages (Ords 35179 & 35180)
• Algiers Transfer Station contract discussion (District C)
• Uptown Quiet Zone final status update

Public Works

The New Orleans Public Works Committee will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting, consider three contracts totaling up to $4.78 million, vote on a resolution amending District D bond projects, and discuss illegal tire dumping in New Orleans East with multiple agencies.

• Amendment No. 3 to extend MDL Enterprises skid steer contract by one year
• Three-year $4.7M recycling carts contract with Rehrig Pacific Company (EPA reimburses $3.3M)
• $78,876.92 office rental agreement for New Orleans Health Department WIC Program
• Vote on Councilmember Green’s resolution amending District D bond projects
• Discussion on illegal tire dumping in New Orleans East with agency presentations

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss various administrative communications, including a mayoral veto of Ordinance No. 30443. The body will also receive utility reports from Entergy and Delta New Orleans Gas Company and review several zoning and demolition appeals.

• Reconsideration of mayoral veto of Ordinance No. 30443
• Demolition appeal for 2339-2341 Laharpe Street
• Short-term rental zoning appeals for 734 Union St, 4501 Jacobs Dr, 1313 Prytania St, and 1216 St. Charles Ave
• Proposed agreement between the City of New Orleans and Gold Seal Lofts, LLC
• Request from Office of Inspector General for exemption to fossil fuel-powered vehicle elimination ordinance

City Council

The City Council will consider overriding Mayor Cantrell's veto of Ordinance No. 30443. The consent agenda includes multiple utility rate adjustments, short-term rental appeals, and a proposed loan agreement for Gold Seal Lofts. Several public hearings are scheduled for September 25.

• Mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 30443 (Calendar No. 35,203) — hearing set for 9/11/25
• Appeals of Commercial Short-Term Rental Interim Zoning for 734 Union St., 4501 Jacobs Dr., 1313 Prytania St., and 1216 St. Charles Ave.
• Proposed agreement with Gold Seal Lofts, LLC (loan documents)
• Restoration Tax Abatement applications for 1212 Magazine St. and 468 St. Joseph St.
• Permit exempting city vehicles from fossil-fuel ban requested by Inspector General

The City Council approved the minutes from the August 7 and August 21, 2025 meetings. The motion was moved by Councilmember Moreno and seconded by Councilmember Green. The vote was 5 yeas, 0 nays, with Councilmembers Harris and Morrell absent. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved August 7 & 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Abcb Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a sales tax hearing on September 10, 2025, to consider six cases where businesses are accused of selling alcohol without a valid permit. Each case involves delinquent license fees spanning 12 to 36 months. The board will hear recommendations and may take action on each permittee.

• NRG New Orleans LLC d/b/a Brewery Saint X and Devil Moon BBQ at 1100 Girod Street — 12 months delinquent
• Jerry Fertel Restaurant LLC d/b/a Diamonds Street Grill at 923 South Peters Street — 36 months delinquent
• Chais Delachaise LLC d/b/a Chais Delachaise at 7708 Maple Street — 25 months delinquent
• Four Blind Mice LLC d/b/a The Delachaise at 3442 Saint Charles Avenue — 25 months delinquent
• RCSH Operations LLC d/b/a Ruth's Chris Steak House at 228 Poydras Street — 12 months delinquent

The New Orleans Alcoholic Beverage Control Board held a sales tax hearing on August 15, 2025, addressing 14 cases of businesses accused of selling alcohol without a valid license. Four cases were resolved through consent judgments totaling $13,800, while eight cases were continued to future meetings and one case was dismissed. The board took no other substantive actions.

• Settled case 038-25 (Gumbo Shop) for $2,400 payable in 60 days
• Settled case 049-25 (New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute) for $1,800 payable in 60 days
• Settled case 054-25 (New Orleans Jazz Market) for $2,400 payable in 90 days
• Settled case 060-25 (Bayou District Foundation) for $7,200 payable in 120 days
• Dismissed case 045-25 (Yo Nashi) on recommendation of assistant city attorney
• Continued 8 cases to future meetings (9/10/25 or 10/22/25) with service

Abcb Nuisance Hearing

The New Orleans Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a nuisance hearing to address allegations that Thali Llama LLC, doing business as Plume Algiers at 1113 Teche Street, sold alcohol without a license for 24 months. The board will also ratify two prior sales tax hearings.

• Hearing for Thali Llama LLC d/b/a Plume Algiers at 1113 Teche Street on alleged unlicensed alcohol sales
• Ratification of August 15, 2025 sales tax hearing
• Ratification of September 10, 2025 sales tax hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Nuisance Hearing scheduled for August 15, 2025, was unable to reach a quorum. The matter was continued to the next scheduled hearing date of September 10, 2025. No decisions were made on the listed agenda item.

• No quorum; hearing continued to September 10, 2025

Joint Uctt And Climate

The Joint Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology and Climate Change and Sustainability Committee will consider two resolutions related to Entergy's Renewable and Clean Portfolio Standards (RCPS): approving a compliance demonstration report and setting a procedural schedule for the 2026-2028 compliance plan. The committee will also vote on a resolution clarifying the comment process for a utility docket, and will consider three contracts totaling up to $11.7 million for cybersecurity, telecom, and network services.

• Resolution to approve Entergy's RCPS compliance report for past and upcoming year (UD-25-01)
• Resolution to set procedural schedule for Energy New Orleans RCPS Compliance Plan 2026-2028
• Contract with Global Solutions Group for cybersecurity and IT services, up to $6,406,000
• Contract with AT&T Enterprises for data and telecom services, up to $2,250,000
• Contract with Presidio Networked Solutions for Cisco network products, up to $3,000,000

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning ordinances, including a change to single-family residential districts in Lake Terrace and Lake Oaks, a conditional use for a large restaurant at 900 North Carrollton Avenue, and a conditional use for a reception facility at 6324-6400 Chef Menteur Highway. The consent agenda includes routine reports on utility filings, NOPD staffing, and budgets for the Sheriff, Public Defender, District Attorney, Coroner, and Communication District.

• Zoning change from S-RS to S-LRS2 for residential lots in Lake Terrace and Lake Oaks (Zoning Docket 75/24)
• Conditional use for a restaurant over 5,000 sq ft at 900 North Carrollton Avenue (Zoning Docket 88/24)
• Conditional use for a reception facility at 6324-6400 Chef Menteur Highway (Zoning Docket 92/24)
• Proposed street name changes: General Meyer Avenue to Rudy Lombard Avenue and Taza Green Avenue
• Study on overrepresentation of beauty supply stores, nail salons, tire shops, and convenience stores in New Orleans East

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will discuss and adopt the 2024 audited actuals and the 2025 General Fund revenue forecast, and discuss the 2026 forecast. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the July 18, 2025 session.

• Adoption of 2025 General Fund revenue forecast
• Discussion of 2026 General Fund revenue forecast
• Adoption of Savings Fund certification
• Review of 2024 audited actuals

Public Works

The New Orleans Public Works Committee will meet on August 26, 2025, to consider routine business including approving amendments to existing contracts with HNTB Corporation and Legacy Professional Services, LLC. The committee will also receive a department update on ongoing streetlight outages across the city.

• Amendment No. 10 to Professional Services Agreement with HNTB Corporation for four Public Works projects (DPW 572–Marconi Dr., DPW 573–MLK Jr. Blvd., DPW 574–Morrison Rd. I, DPW 575–Morrison Rd. I, DPW 640–Morrison Rd. Brdgs.) to extend term one year and reduce maximum compensation
• Amendment No. 3 to Professional Services Agreement with Legacy Professional Services, LLC for streetlight system management services to extend term 60 days
• Discussion of ongoing streetlight outages in neighborhoods and along interstates

City Council

The City Council is receiving and referring numerous communications and reports, including utility filings from Entergy New Orleans, demolition permit applications for four properties, appeals of short-term rental license renewals, and several contract amendments for ambulance service, IT, and public works. Most items are set for public hearing on September 11, 2025, or referred to committees.

• Proposed third amendment to Acadian Ambulance Service contract
• Demolition applications for 2105 Third St, 2626 N. Roman St, 1718 N. Villere St, and 2100 St. Andrew St
• Appeals of commercial short-term rental renewals at 1038 Elysian Ave and 4862 Tchoupitoulas St
• Contract amendments with Presidio Networked Solutions, Global Solutions Group, and AT&T
• Outstanding vendor invoices report as of July 31, 2025

City Council

The City Council meets in regular session with a consent agenda of 19 items. Items include receiving utility communications from Entergy, approving several demolition applications, hearing short-term rental appeals, and voting on contract amendments—most notably a third amendment to the Acadian Ambulance service agreement and a union agreement with AFSCME Council 17. Several items are referred to committees.

• Proposed third amendment to agreement with Acadian Ambulance Service of New Orleans, LLC (item 10)
• Agreement with American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union Council 17 (item 11)
• Demolition applications: 2105 Third St., 2626 N. Roman St., 1718 N. Villere St., 2100 St. Andrew St. (items 2-5)
• Appeals of Commercial Short-Term Rental license renewals at 1038 Elysian Ave. and 4862 Tchoupitoulas St. (items 7-8)
• Report of outstanding vendor invoices as of 7/31/25 (item 18)

The council accepted a range of communications, contract proposals, and application filings and forwarded them to the appropriate committees. Hearing dates were set for four demolition applications and for an affordable‑housing zoning extension request. Appeals for two short‑term rental license renewals were also received and scheduled for hearing. No votes or formal approvals were recorded on any item.

• Received Entergy utility communications; referred per Resolution R-24-73 (no vote)
• Received demolition application #25-22728-DEMO for 2105 Third St; hearing set 9/11/25
• Received demolition application #25-23081-DEMO for 2626 N. Roman St; hearing set 9/11/25
• Received demolition application #25-05739-DEMO for 1718 N. Villere St; hearing set 9/11/25
• Received demolition application #25-20764-DEMO for 2100 St. Andrew St; hearing set 9/11/25
• Received extension request for Affordable Housing PD at 2256 Baronne St; hearing set 9/25/25
• Received short‑term rental renewal appeals for 1038 Elysian Ave and 4862 Tchoupitoulas St; hearings set 9/11/25
• Received multiple contract amendment proposals (EMS, AFSCME, Aptim, IT, HNTB, Legacy); referred to respective committees (no vote)

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will discuss and vote on a resolution to issue up to $45 million in taxable limited tax revenue bonds. The agenda also includes multiple ordinances transferring funds for various purposes, including covering FY2024 shortages, hazard mitigation, police crime lab expenses, and Wisner litigation costs. Discussions are scheduled on trash contracts, traffic camera restrictions, and revenue generation.

• Resolution R-25-437: Issuance of up to $45,000,000 in Taxable Limited Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
• Ordinances transferring $6,255,707 to the General Fund to cover FY2024 shortages
• Ordinance transferring $350,000 to cover City Council's Wisner litigation costs
• Ordinance appropriating $5,000,000 to LSU for capital expenditures consistent with LSU Downtown plans
• Discussion on Act 107 banning traffic cameras outside school zones and red lights

Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee will review a proposed ordinance regarding contractor payments. The meeting also includes a presentation from El Centro on financial wellness and entrepreneurial training for Latinx individuals.

• Ord. Cal. No. 35,177: Require City contractors to pay subcontractors or suppliers for undisputed amounts within 30 days of City payment
• Presentation from El Centro Executive Director Lindsey Navarro regarding financial wellness and business coaching

City Council

The City Council will consider Mayor Cantrell's veto of Ordinance No. 30410 and may vote to override or sustain it. The agenda also includes numerous routine reports, communications, and appointments, with several public hearings set for August 21.

• Mayor Cantrell's veto of Ordinance No. 30410 (Calendar No. 35,166) to be reconsidered
• Appeal of Vieux Carré Commission denial for fiber-cement siding at 327 Bourbon Street
• Appeal of Commercial Short-Term Rental license rejection for 2749 Conti Street
• Appeals of 12 Commercial Short-Term Rental license renewals at 1039 Constance St. and 521/527 St. Joseph St.
• Appointment of Kimberly Thomas to the Sewerage and Water Board (District C)

The New Orleans City Council approved three appointments to city boards and commissions, including the Central Business District Historic District Landmarks Commission, the Fairgrounds Citizen Advisory Committee, and the Sewerage and Water Board. The council also received Mayor LaToya Cantrell's veto letter for Ordinance No. 30410 and set a hearing for reconsideration. No substantive policy decisions were made; the agenda was largely procedural.

• Approved appointment of Leo John Arnett to Central Business District Historic District Landmarks Commission
• Approved appointment of Linda Landesberg to Fairgrounds Citizen Advisory Committee
• Approved appointment of Kimberly Thomas to Sewerage and Water Board
• Received mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 30410, set hearing for 8/7/25
• Received and referred multiple communications to committees

Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee

The Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee will receive three presentations: HousingNOLA on residents’ housing needs, the Office of Community Development on HUD funding, and updates from the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) and Finance New Orleans (FNO). No decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will consider a motion to amend Council Rule 55.B to restrict who can drive council vehicles to only councilmembers, POST-certified executive security personnel, or commissioned law enforcement officers. The committee will also vote on appointments to several boards and commissions.

• Motion M-25-411: Limit council vehicle drivers to councilmembers, POST-certified security, or commissioned law enforcement
• Appointment: Kimberly Thomas to Sewerage and Water Board
• Appointment: Linda Landesberg to Fairgrounds Citizens Advisory Committee
• Appointment: Jacqueline Mouton Kepper to City Planning Commission
• Appointment: Leo John Meade to Civil Service Commission

Abcb Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold hearings on 16 businesses accused of selling alcohol without a valid license, with delinquent periods ranging from 9 to 41 months. Each case alleges violations of City Code Section 10-47, which requires a permit to sell alcoholic beverages. The agenda lists the businesses and their alleged delinquent periods but does not include recommendations or outcomes.

• Mike Serio's Po Boys & Deli (133 St. Charles Ave.) alleged delinquent 41 months
• Diamonds Street Grill (923 S. Peters St.) alleged delinquent 36 months
• Chais Delachaise (7708 Maple St.) and The Delachaise (3442 St. Charles Ave.) each alleged delinquent 25 months
• Mr. Ed's Oyster Bar & Fish House (512 Bienville St.) alleged delinquent 9 months
• Zulu Roy Glapion Hall (730 N. Broad St.) and International House Hotel (221 Camp St.) each alleged delinquent 13 months

The New Orleans Alcoholic Beverage Control Board held a sales tax hearing on June 23, 2025, addressing 11 cases of businesses selling alcohol without a license. Seven cases were resolved through consent judgments with fines ranging from $1,650 to $7,200, while three cases were continued to the July 28 meeting. One case (The Blue Flamingo Sports Bar & Grill) was settled for $2,200 payable within 180 days.

• Continued case 013-25 (Mr. Ed's Oyster Bar) to July 28, 2025, with service
• Continued case 025-25 (Mike Serio's Po Boys) to July 28, 2025, with service
• Settled case 026-25 (The Blue Flamingo) with $2,200 consent judgment, payable in 180 days
• Settled case 029-25 (Woodhouse Day Spa) with $7,200 consent judgment, payable in 30 days
• Settled case 030-25 (Sidney's Wine Cellar) with $1,650 judgment, payable in 30 days
• Continued case 031-25 (Brewery Saint X) to July 28, 2025, with service
• Settled case 032-25 (Nolavore's A La Carte Market) with $1,650 judgment, payable in 30 days
• Settled case 033-25 (Evangeline) with $4,600 consent judgment, payable in 180 days

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will consider ordinances requiring hotels to have staff on-site at all hours and rezoning a property at 3601 Desire Street. The council will also vote on several contracts, including agreements for senior apartments, emergency medical services, and sanitation services. Multiple demolition appeals and reports on utility matters, storm response, and city finances are on the consent agenda.

• Ordinance to require hotels to provide staffing at all hours as part of customary lodging services (Cal. No. 35,149 and 35,150)
• Zoning change from Light Industrial to Mixed-Use at 3601 Desire Street (Cal. No. 35,151)
• Proposed agreement with Canal Crossing Senior Apartments, LP for affordable housing (Item 2)
• Bid contracts with Southern Disaster Recovery, LLC for sanitation services in Zones 1 and 2 (Items 4 and 5)
• Appeals of HDLC demolition denials for properties at 15-17 Cromwell Place and 4854 Camp Street (Items 9 and 10)

The City Council adopted ordinances requiring hotels to have staff on site at all hours, rezoned a property at 3601 Desire Street to mixed-use, and repealed horse parade requirements. Several contracts and agreements were approved, including adding the Council President as a signatory to agreements for Canal Crossing Senior Apartments and Life-Assist, Inc. All consent agenda items were received or referred to committees.

• Adopted ordinance requiring hotel staffing at all hours (Cal. No. 35,149, Ord. 30398)
• Adopted ordinance defining 'customary lodging services' to require on-site staffing (Cal. No. 35,150, Ord. 30399)
• Rezoned 3601 Desire Street from LI Light Industrial to MU-1 Mixed-Use (Cal. No. 35,151, Ord. 30400)
• Repealed requirements for horses in carnival parades (Cal. No. 35,160, Ord. 30405)
• Approved adding Council President as signatory to Canal Crossing Senior Apartments agreement (M-25-394)
• Approved adding Council President as signatory to Life-Assist, Inc. amendment (M-25-395)
• Approved adding Council President as signatory to Stantec Consulting Services amendment (M-25-401)
• Received and referred multiple communications and reports to committees

Transportation

The Transportation Committee will receive updates on Regional Transit Authority projects, passenger rail service between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, and presentations on Bike Easy's Safer St. Claude and Daylighting campaigns. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Update on Regional Transit Authority projects by CEO Lona Edwards Hankins
• Update on passenger rail service between New Orleans and Baton Rouge by Darrell Saizan
• Presentation on Bike Easy's Safer St. Claude Campaign and the Daylighting Campaign by Allene La Spina and Mike Ince

Joint Uctt And Public Works Committee

The Joint Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology and Public Works, Sanitation and Environment Committee will discuss 2025 hurricane preparedness strategies from Homeland Security, Entergy New Orleans, Delta Utilities, and the Sewerage & Water Board. The committee will also consider resolutions on load shed protocols, Energy Smart Program evaluations, and Chapter 158 code revisions. Additionally, it will review motions to hire consultants for utility outage tracking and administrative hearing oversight, and approve emergency debris removal contracts totaling $12 million across three zones.

• Resolution on Entergy New Orleans load shed protocols (UD-21-01)
• Energy Smart Program procedural schedule for years 16-18 (UD-23-01)
• Chapter 158 Code of Ordinances revision procedural schedule (UD-25-01)
• Emergency debris removal contracts: Zone 1 ($3,986,671), Zone 2 ($4,001,296), Zone 3 ($3,967,715)
• Motions to hire outage tracking and administrative hearing consultants

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will consider a $6,000,000 loan agreement for Canal Crossing Senior Apartments to build 49 affordable housing units at 2640 Canal Street. They will also vote on a $1,001,000 amendment to the Life-Assist Inc. contract for medical supplies and receive an update on the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities building partial collapse.

• $6,000,000 loan for 49 affordable housing units at 2640 Canal Street
• $1,001,000 amendment to Life-Assist Inc. contract for medical supplies (total not to exceed $4,000,000)
• Update on Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities building partial collapse

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including reallocating capital funds across departments and appropriating money to cover public safety expenses from Mardi Gras and the Super Bowl. It will also receive reports on utility rate adjustments, a police department agreement, and a mayoral veto of a prior ordinance.

• Budget amendments to shift capital funds among Property Management, Fire, Recreation, Public Works, Resilience, and Police departments (Cal. No. 35,143)
• Ordinances to appropriate funds for public safety costs from Mardi Gras and Super Bowl events (Cal. Nos. 35,144 and 35,145)
• Mayor Cantrell's veto of Ordinance No. 30380 M.C.S., set for reconsideration
• Proposed agreement between NOPD and Orleans Levee District Police Department
• Appeal of a smoke-free review denial for a gas station at 2701 Canal Street

The council adopted three ordinances to amend the 2025 capital and operating budgets, reallocating funds for property management, public works, recreation, resilience, and police, and appropriating $2.1M for public safety costs from Mardi Gras and Super Bowl events. It also approved several civil service pay plan and rule amendments, and received communications on utility adjustments, a smoke-free appeal, and a police agreement.

• Adopted capital budget amendment (Cal. 35,143) to de-appropriate and re-appropriate funds across departments (ORD. 30390 M.C.S.)
• Adopted operating budget revenue amendment (Cal. 35,144) for Mardi Gras and Super Bowl public safety costs (ORD. 30391 M.C.S.)
• Adopted operating budget expenditure amendment (Cal. 35,145) for Mardi Gras and Super Bowl public safety costs (ORD. 30392 M.C.S.)
• Adopted amendments to Classified Pay Plan (FLSA) effective March 30, 2025 (M-25-185)
• Adopted amendment to Classified Pay Plan (Notary Pay) effective March 30, 2025 (M-25-188)
• Adopted amendment to Civil Service Rules (Sick/Annual Leave Donation) effective February 3, 2025 (M-25-237)
• Adopted amendments to Classified Pay Plan (Construction Inspectors) effective June 29, 2025 (M-25-347)
• Adopted amendments to Classified Pay Plan (Environmental Enforcement Series) effective June 29, 2025 (M-25-348)

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will decide on two contracts: a $6M loan for 49 affordable units at 2640 Canal Street and a $1M one-year extension to Life-Assist Inc. for medical supplies. It will also receive updates on the partial collapse of the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities building.

• $6,000,000 loan for 49 affordable housing units at 2640 Canal Street
• Amendment No. 4 to Life-Assist Inc. contract, increasing compensation by $1,001,000
• Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities building partial collapse updates

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will discuss public safety for carnival parade routes with NOPD and Homeland Security, review violations of City Code Chapter 34 during the 2025 carnival season, and consider possible improvements for Mardi Gras. A vote is scheduled on an ordinance to remove requirements for horses in carnival parades. Three other ordinances are introduced for discussion only: establishing a parade permit waitlist, banning mobile vendor confetti sales during carnival, and amending street closure permit rules for non-carnival parades.

• Discussion of carnival parade route safety with NOPD and Homeland Security
• Vote on ordinance to repeal Section 34-21.1, removing horse requirements for carnival parades
• Discussion of ordinance to create a waitlist for carnival parade permits
• Discussion of ordinance to ban confetti sales by mobile vendors during carnival season
• Discussion of ordinance to amend permit requirements for non-carnival street closures

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget Audit Board of Review will discuss the FY2024 annual audit status, a $90 million tax revenue bond sale for outstanding judgments, and multiple budget ordinances. Members will also review contract amendments and civil service pay plan changes.

• $90M Limited Tax Bonds (R-25-366) for outstanding judgments
• FY2024 Annual Audit update with Comptroller representatives
• Ordinance 35,117 transfers $71.2M within Sanitation Department
• Ordinance 35,143 reallocates $12M across departments
• Amendments #4–#6 to professional services agreements with Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert, LLC

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will discuss a $90 million limited tax bond resolution, a $12 million capital budget reallocation across multiple departments, and a $2.7 million transfer for Mardi Gras and Super Bowl public safety costs. The committee will also review several contract amendments, budget reports through April 2025, and a package of civil service pay and rule changes. An executive session is scheduled for litigation discussion.

• Resolution R-25-366 authorizing up to $90 million in Limited Tax Bonds
• Ordinance 35,143 de-appropriating $180,545 and appropriating $12,053,080 across departments including Police, Fire, and Public Works
• Ordinances 35,144 and 35,145 transferring $2,734,110 for Mardi Gras and Super Bowl public safety expenses
• Ordinance 35,117 transferring $71,242,723 within the Department of Sanitation budget
• Civil service motions including new classifications for Police, Fire, and Juvenile Justice Center, and FLSA salary increases

Criminal Justice

The New Orleans City Council's Criminal Justice Committee will receive quarterly reports from nine public safety agencies, including the NOPD, District Attorney, Sheriff, and courts. The meeting includes roll call and approval of prior minutes, with no specific legislation or votes scheduled.

• Quarterly reports from Orleans Parish Criminal District Court, District Attorney, and NOPD
• Updates from Juvenile Court, Sheriff's Office, and Coroner
• Reports from Juvenile Justice Intervention Center and Office of Independent Police Monitor

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will meet on June 26, 2025, to consider amendments to electric-vehicle charger regulations and appeals of historic-district demolition denials. Several routine communications, pay-plan updates, and intergovernmental agreements are also on the agenda.

• Amend Section 146-569 to regulate electric-vehicle chargers (Cal. No. 35,130)
• Appeal HDLC denial for 80 Audubon Boulevard demolition (HDLC Appeal – Zachary Smith)
• Appeal HDLC denial for 251-53 Pine Street demolition (HDLC Appeal – T. Semmes Walmsley)
• Grant RTA Application #20240285 for 5520 Loyola Street (Resolution No. R-25-351)
• Deny RTA Application Renewal #20200242 for 219 N. Peters Street

The City Council adopted an ordinance regulating electric vehicle chargers, approved multiple agreements adding the Council President as a signatory for housing, child services, and university partnerships, and adopted a resolution regarding Entergy New Orleans' compliance filing. The consent agenda was adopted 6-0 with one absent. Several items were continued to future meetings.

• Adopted ordinance regulating electric vehicle chargers (Ord. No. 30377 M.C.S.)
• Adopted motion adding Council President as signatory for People's Housing+ agreements (M-25-349)
• Adopted motion adding Council President as signatory for child services MOU (M-25-350)
• Adopted resolution regarding Entergy New Orleans compliance filing (R-25-352)
• Adopted motion adding Council President as signatory for Southern University MOU (M-25-355)
• Adopted resolution granting RTA Application #20240285 for 5520 Loyola Street (R-25-351)
• Adopted motion reversing HDLC denial of demolition at 251-53 Pine Street (M-25-353)
• Consent agenda adopted 6-0 (King absent)

Fq Edd Meeting

The French Quarter Economic Development District is meeting to consider a resolution to call an election on November 15, 2025. Voters would decide on a five-year renewal of a 0.245% sales tax within the district boundaries.

• Resolution R-2025-01: Proposed election for renewal of 0.245% sales tax

Public Works

The Public Works Committee will hear a presentation on the Lakefront Management Authority and Lakefront airport's importance to the city. The committee will also consider an eighth amendment to extend the professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. by four years, through April 25, 2029.

• Discussion of Lakefront Management Authority and Lakefront airport with presenters Louis J. Capo and Bruce Martin
• Eighth amendment to Stantec Consulting Services contract extending term to April 25, 2029

Abcb Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold hearings on June 23, 2025, for 11 businesses accused of selling alcohol without a valid permit. Each case involves delinquent license fees ranging from 2 to 41 months. The hearing officer will consider recommendations for each permittee.

• Mike Serio's Po Boys & Deli (133 St. Charles Ave.) allegedly sold alcohol without a license for 41 months total across five license periods.
• Woodhouse Day Spa (4030 Canal St.) is accused of selling alcohol without a license for 36 months across three license periods.
• Mr. Ed's Oyster Bar & Fish House (512 Bienville St.) faces allegations of selling alcohol without a license for 9 months.
• Brewery Saint X and Devil Moon BBQ (1100 Girod St.) is accused of selling alcohol without a license for 12 months.
• Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal St.) and Bar Redux (801 Poland Ave.) each face allegations of selling alcohol without a license for 12 months.

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board held a sales tax hearing on May 21, 2025, addressing nine cases of businesses operating without a valid alcohol permit due to delinquent license renewals or unpaid taxes. The board accepted consent judgments for five cases, totaling $8,051 in fines, continued three cases to a future meeting, and dismissed one case. No votes were recorded; all actions were based on recommendations from the Assistant City Attorney.

• Continued case 013-25 (Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar) to June 23, 2025, with service
• Accepted consent judgment of $1,600 for case 014-25 (The Broad Theater), payable in 30 days
• Accepted consent judgment of $600 for case 018-25 (Café Reconcile), payable in 30 days
• Accepted judgment of $1,651 for case 021-25 (Smiley’s Grill), payable on May 21, 2025
• Dismissed case 022-25 (Anastacia’s 3 in 1)
• Continued case 025-25 (Mike Serio’s Po Boys & Deli) to June 23, 2025, with service
• Continued case 026-25 (The Blue Flamingo Sports Bar & Grill) to June 23, 2025, with service
• Accepted consent judgment of $2,000 for case 027-25 (Fatboy Pantry), payable in 180 days

Abcb Nuisance Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a nuisance hearing on June 23, 2025. The only listed agenda item is ratification of the same day's sales tax hearing.

• Ratification of 6-23-25 sales tax hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board held a nuisance hearing and ratified the minutes of two prior sales tax hearings from April 21 and May 21, 2025, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Ratified minutes of 4-21-25 sales tax hearing (5-0)
• Ratified minutes of 5-21-25 sales tax hearing (5-0)

Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee

The Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee will receive presentations from Housing NOLA on a dashboard assessing the housing ecosystem, and from the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority and Finance New Orleans on existing and potential programs that align with Housing Trust Fund purposes. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information-gathering meeting.

• Presentation from Housing NOLA on a dashboard to assess the housing ecosystem
• Presentation from New Orleans Redevelopment Authority on programs fitting Housing Trust Fund purposes
• Presentation from Finance New Orleans on programs fitting Housing Trust Fund purposes
• Public comment opportunities will be available

Community Development

The committee will discuss the pedestrianization of Bourbon Street with input from the NOPD and other groups, hear a presentation on the relaunch of Big Brothers Big Sisters programs, and receive a presentation on the St. Claude Revitalization Study. The meeting also includes roll call and adjournment.

• Discussion on Bourbon Street pedestrianization with NOPD, Homeland Security, and French Quarter groups
• Presentation on Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater New Orleans program relaunch
• St. Claude Revitalization Study presentation by Bobby Boone/And Access

Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The Joint Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology and Climate and Sustainability Committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on several items. These include a resolution to revise community solar rules and establish a billing schedule, an ordinance to allow Level 2 EV charging stations in the public right-of-way, and an ordinance requiring large buildings (20,000+ sq ft) to submit annual energy use data. The agenda also includes a presentation from Delta States Utilities on the transition to a new gas utility provider.

• Resolution to revise community solar rules and set a consolidated billing schedule (UD-18-03)
• Ordinance to correct language prohibiting Level 2 EV charging stations in the public right-of-way
• Ordinance requiring buildings 20,000 sq ft or larger to measure and annually submit energy use metrics
• Presentation by Delta States Utilities on the upcoming transition to gas utility service provider
• Approval of minutes from the September 25, 2024 joint committee meeting

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will vote on a $600,000 GAP financing contract for redeveloping the Louisiana Avenue Firehouse and a motion to authorize a SNAP application assistance agreement. Members will also receive updates on reducing street homelessness and the Mobile Crisis Intervention Unit's two-year anniversary.

• $600,000 GAP financing for People’s Housing+ to redevelop the Louisiana Avenue Firehouse
• Motion to authorize a 5-year SNAP application assistance MOU with no funds expended
• Update on reducing street homelessness from Clutch Consulting
• Two-year anniversary update on the Mobile Crisis Intervention Unit

Joint Uctt And Climate

The Joint Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology and Climate and Sustainability Committee will consider several items: a resolution to revise community solar rules and establish a billing schedule, an ordinance to allow level 2 EV charging stations in the public right-of-way, and an ordinance requiring large buildings (20,000+ sq ft) to annually report energy use. A presentation on the transition to a new gas utility provider is also scheduled.

• Resolution to revise community solar rules and set a procedural schedule for consolidated billing (UD-18-03)
• Ordinance to correct code language prohibiting level 2 EV charging stations in the public right-of-way
• Ordinance requiring large buildings (20,000+ sq ft) to measure and annually submit energy use metrics to the city
• Presentation by Delta States Utilities on the upcoming transition to gas utility service provider

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will consider several zoning ordinances, including a change to allow two-family residential on St. Maurice Avenue and a conditional use for a fast-food restaurant on Freret Street. The consent agenda includes multiple communications and reports, such as restoration tax abatement applications, appeals of short-term rental permit denials and historic commission decisions, and various financial and staffing reports from city departments.

• Zoning change from single-family to two-family residential at 2109-2113 St. Maurice Avenue (Cal. No. 35,105)
• Conditional use for a fast-food restaurant at 5001 Freret Street and 2316 Robert Street (Cal. No. 35,106)
• Restoration Tax Abatement Application #20240285 for 5520 Loyola Street (recommended disapproval)
• Appeal of Commercial Short-Term Rental Permit denial for 617 Canal Street, Units 201, 301, and 401
• Appeal of Historic District Landmarks Commission demolition denial for 80 Audubon Boulevard

The New Orleans City Council approved several ordinances including a ban on tampering with taxicab camera security systems, zoning changes for residential and commercial properties, and received multiple utility-related communications from Entergy New Orleans. The meeting was largely procedural, with most items being received, referred to committees, or adopted without debate.

• Adopted ordinance prohibiting tampering with taxicab camera security systems (Cal. No. 35,104)
• Approved zoning change from S-RS to S-RD for 2109-2113 St. Maurice Avenue (Cal. No. 35,105)
• Approved conditional use for fast-food restaurant at 5001 Freret Street (Cal. No. 35,106)
• Approved zoning change from HMR-3 to HMC-1 for mixed-use development (Cal. No. 35,118)
• Received Entergy New Orleans utility adjustment filings for June 2025 billing cycle
• Set public hearing dates for June 26, 2025 on several appeals and applications
• Referred multiple contract amendments and agreements to Budget Committee
• Received monthly reports from various city departments and agencies

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will discuss and vote on several contracts, including a $2,734,000 amendment for IT staff augmentation, a $280,000 GIS software license extension, and HOME Program agreements for affordable housing in Treme. They will also consider an ordinance to prohibit tampering with taxicab camera security systems and make appointments to city boards.

• Ordinance to prohibit tampering with taxicab camera security systems (Ord. Cal. No. 35,104)
• Third amendment to 22nd Century Tech contract for IT staff augmentation, adding $2,734,000
• HOME Program agreements with Lafitte 2017, LLC for affordable housing in Treme using GO Bond funds
• Fourth amendment to ESRI GIS software license, adding $280,000
• Appointments: Jonathan Green to Board of City Trusts, Shawn Favre and Lydia Cutrer to Municipal Yacht Harbor Management Corporation, Todd James to Board of Zoning Adjustments

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will meet to discuss the closing of the New Orleans Job Corps Center. Presentations will be provided by Director John Odom and Programs Director Ken James.

• Discussion on the closing of the New Orleans Job Corps Center

Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The committee will hear presentations from the Midcontinent Independent System Operator and Entergy New Orleans on the circumstances of the May 25 load shed event. The agenda also includes roll call and approval of minutes from the December 16, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation by MISO on May 25 load shed event
• Presentation by Entergy New Orleans on May 25 load shed event
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2024 committee meeting

City Council (Special Meeting)

The New Orleans City Council will hold a special meeting to receive updates from Sheriff Susan Hutson and Chief Administrative Officer Gilbert Montaño on the status of security, health, and welfare at the Orleans Justice Center. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, with no other ordinances or resolutions listed for action.

• Presentation from Sheriff Susan Hutson and CAO Gilbert Montaño on security, health, and welfare at the Orleans Justice Center

The City Council held a special meeting to receive an update from Sheriff Susan Hutson and Chief Administrative Officer Gilbert Montaño on the status of security, health, and welfare at the Orleans Justice Center. The item appeared on the agenda and was presented, but no substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

Special Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology Committee will meet to hear presentations from Midcontinent Independent System Operator and Entergy New Orleans on the May 25 load shed event. The agenda also includes roll call and approval of minutes from December 16, 2024.

• Presentation from MISO on circumstances surrounding the May 25 load shed event
• Presentation from Entergy New Orleans on the May 25 load shed event
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2024 meeting

City Council (Special Meeting)

The New Orleans City Council will hold a special meeting on May 28, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. in the City Hall Council Chamber. The agenda consists solely of procedural and administrative items, including roll call, public comment rules, and a brief presentation about the BRASS system used by criminal justice agencies for budgeting and contracting.

The New Orleans City Council held a special meeting with a single substantive agenda item: a presentation on the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office, District Attorney's Office, and Criminal District Court's use of the BRASS system for budgeting and contracting. No votes or decisions were taken; the item was simply presented and laid over.

• Presentation on BRASS system for budgeting and contracting expenditures by Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office, District Attorney's Office, and Criminal District Court was received (no vote recorded)
• Calendar numbers 35,126 through 35,127 were introduced and laid over as required by law (no vote recorded)

Public Works

The Public Works Committee will vote on a $2 million professional services agreement with ECS Southeast for construction material testing related to the National Disaster Resilience Competition Grant program. The committee will also consider one-year extensions for parking ticket processing and meter operations contracts. A presentation on a community-built stormwater fee in Orleans Parish is scheduled.

• Professional Services Agreement with ECS Southeast, LLC for on-call construction material testing, max $2,000,000
• Amendment No. 8 to extend parking ticket processing contract with Professional Account Management, LLC for one year
• Amendment No. 7 to extend meter operations contract with SP Plus LLC for one year
• Presentation by The Water Collaborative on a community-built stormwater fee in Orleans Parish

Committee Of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to hold an executive session regarding security plans and related facility and staffing issues at the Orleans Justice Center, followed by adjournment.

• Executive session under La. R.S. 42:17(A)(3) and (A)(5) to discuss security at the Orleans Justice Center

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will consider several land-use items, including a zoning change for a Lakeview property, a text amendment requiring hotel staffing at all hours, and appeals of demolition decisions by the Historic District Landmarks Commission. The consent agenda includes routine communications on utility reports, pay plan amendments, and contract amendments. An executive session is scheduled to discuss two pending lawsuits.

• Zoning change request for 6184-6192 Pontchartrain Blvd from residential to neighborhood business (withdrawal requested)
• Text amendment to require hotel staffing at all hours (deferral requested to 6/12/25)
• Appeal of HDLC demolition approval for 7309 Freret Street
• Appeal of commercial short-term rental permit denial for 900 Bartholomew St, Unit 215 (deferral requested)
• Street name change for park at 1801 S Robertson St to Barbara Lacen Keller Park

The New Orleans City Council adopted the consent agenda, which included an ordinance to add 'wine shop' as a conditional use in the CBD-5 Urban Core Neighborhood Lower Intensity Mixed-Use District (Zoning Docket No. 14/25). The vote was 5-0 with two members absent. Several other items were received and referred to committees, and multiple public hearings were set for June 12, 2025.

• Adopted consent agenda (5-0, with Harris and King absent)
• Approved Ordinance No. 30351 M.C.S. adding 'wine shop' as conditional use in CBD-5 district
• Received demolition application for 3939 Fairmont Drive, set hearing for 6/12/25
• Received HDLC appeal for 251-53 Pine Street, set hearing for 6/12/25
• Referred classified pay plan amendments to Budget Committee
• Referred Traveler's Aid Society contract amendment to Criminal Justice Committee
• Referred ECS Southeast LLC agreement amendment to Public Works Committee
• Held executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits

Joint Comm Of The Whole Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will discuss the May 16, 2025 escape of inmates from the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office. The committee will also consider two contracts: a Title IX coordinator agreement with Southern University at New Orleans and an amendment to a contract with Traveler's Aid Society for case management services.

• Discussion of the May 16, 2025 escape of Orleans Parish inmates
• Memorandum of Understanding with SUNO for a Title IX coordinator to investigate power-base crimes on campus
• Amendment to contract with Traveler's Aid Society for Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program case management

Criminal Justice

The New Orleans Criminal Justice Committee will discuss the May 16, 2025 escape of Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office inmates, with presentations from OPSO, NOPD, and other agencies. The committee will also consider a Memorandum of Understanding with SUNO for a Title IX coordinator to investigate power-based crimes on campus, and an amendment to a contract with Traveler's Aid Society for case management in the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program.

• Discussion of May 16, 2025 OPSO inmate escape
• Memorandum of Understanding with SUNO for Title IX coordinator to investigate power-based crimes on campus
• Amendment No. 2 to contract with Traveler's Aid Society for case management in Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program (funding increase, term extension)

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will receive an update on the FY2024 Annual Audit and review budget reports for the period ending March 2025, including revenue, personnel spending, and fund balances. The committee will also consider several ordinances transferring funds between city departments, including a $100,000 transfer from the Housing Trust Fund to cover administrative expenses and a $71.2 million reallocation within the Department of Sanitation. Additionally, the committee will discuss proposed Civil Service pay plan and rule amendments covering hiring rates, new classifications, and overtime rules.

• Update on FY2024 Annual Audit by CRI
• Ordinance transferring $100,000 from Housing Trust Fund to personal services
• Ordinance transferring $32,778 for health emergency medication delivery
• Ordinance transferring $71,242,723 within Department of Sanitation
• Discussion of 17 Civil Service pay plan and rule amendments

Economic Development

The City Council is voting on Resolution R-25-274, which would replace the current restoration tax abatement program rules (Resolution R-20-10) with a comprehensive new set of policies and procedures. The resolution establishes detailed eligibility criteria, an application and approval process involving an advisory review panel, and approval criteria including DBE goals, living wage compliance, and affordable housing requirements for larger residential projects.

• New eligibility requires projects be in Downtown Development District, historic district, opportunity zone, or economic development district
• Minimum renovation investment of 25% of pre-improved assessment value required
• Short-term rentals prohibited on any dwelling unit on the lot during abatement period
• Advisory review panel must hold public meeting with opportunity for comment before vote
• Applicants must comply with DBE goals, local hiring goals, and living wage requirements

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will meet to discuss the 2025 General Fund Revenue Forecast. The agenda includes roll call, adoption of minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting, and a presentation on the forecast. No decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only.

Economic Development

The New Orleans City Council voted to replace existing rules with a comprehensive revision governing restoration tax abatements for downtown, historic, and economic development districts. The new policy clarifies eligibility, application procedures, and approval criteria for tax breaks tied to major building restorations.

• Replaces prior Resolution R-20-10 with updated rules for tax abatement approvals
• Sets 25% minimum renovation investment threshold based on pre-improvement assessed value
• Requires 20-year building lifespan extension and prohibits short-term rentals during abatement
• Creates advisory review panel including Historic District Landmarks Commission and Office of Supplier Diversity
• Establishes 5-year initial term with possible one-time 5-year renewal for qualified projects

Film Advisory Committee

The Film Advisory Committee will discuss permitting processes and financial oversight. The committee is preparing an official report due to the Clerk of Council by June 20, 2025.

• Presentation of Permit Flow Chart by Brittany Chandler
• Presentation of F.I.L.M. Packet by Greg McNamara
• Discussion on budgeting, funding, and oversight
• Preparation of official report due June 20, 2025

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance providing immunity from arrest and prosecution for certain prostitution-related offenses for people who report a crime, assist law enforcement, or seek healthcare. The agenda also includes multiple contract amendments, utility reports, and zoning items. Most items are routine communications and reports to be received.

• Ordinance to provide immunity from arrest for prostitution-related offenses for crime reporters (Cal. No. 35,100)
• Proposed agreement with People's Housing+, Inc. for housing policy
• Appeal of commercial short-term rental denial at 900 Bartholomew Street, Unit 215
• Contract amendment #7 with S P Plus LLC for public works
• Zoning docket to require denial recommendation for dockets without majority vote (Cal. No. 35,072)

The New Orleans City Council approved several ordinances, including one requiring zoning dockets without a majority vote to be forwarded with a denial recommendation, another prohibiting former city employees on procurement committees from certain financial interests, and a third providing immunity from arrest for prostitution-related offenses for crime reporters and healthcare seekers. The council also received numerous reports and communications, including utility adjustments, housing agreements, and departmental updates, and set hearing dates for appeals and zoning matters.

• Adopted ordinance requiring zoning dockets without majority vote to be forwarded with denial recommendation (Cal. No. 35,072)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting former city employees on procurement committees from certain financial interests (Cal. No. 35,094)
• Adopted ordinance correcting expiration date language for zoning at 4439 Canal Street (Cal. No. 35,096)
• Adopted ordinance providing immunity from arrest for prostitution-related offenses for crime reporters and healthcare seekers (Cal. No. 35,100)
• Approved minutes of April 10 and April 24, 2025 meetings
• Received and referred housing agreement with People's Housing+, Inc. to Community Development Committee
• Received and referred contract amendments with S P Plus LLC and Professional Accounting Management, LLC to Public Works Committee
• Set hearing dates for short-term rental appeals and zoning dockets

Economic Development

The City Council is considering a resolution (R-25-274) that would replace the current restoration tax abatement program with a comprehensive new set of policies and procedures. The resolution establishes detailed eligibility criteria, an application and approval process involving an advisory review panel, and criteria for evaluating projects. The new rules would supersede the existing Resolution R-20-10.

• Resolution R-25-274 to adopt new restoration tax abatement rules and procedures
• New eligibility requirements include minimum 25% renovation investment and 20-year useful life extension
• Projects must be in Downtown Development District, historic district, opportunity zone, or economic development district
• Short-term rentals and gaming establishments are prohibited during the abatement period
• Advisory review panel will include representatives from multiple city offices and hold public meetings

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget Audit Board of Review will hear updates on the FY2024 annual audit, March 2025 budget reports, and procurement presentations. Members will also consider four ordinances transferring a combined $110,821 in grant and fund balances and discuss 20 proposed Civil Service pay plan and rule amendments.

• Transfer $100,000 within Housing Trust Fund for administrative expenses
• Transfer $32,778 in Health Department grant funds for medication and medical supplies
• Transfer $8,600 for FY23 State Homeland Security Grant equipment
• Split $71,242,723 Sanitation Other Operating fund into two subcategories
• Discuss 20 Civil Service Commission pay plan and rule amendments for multiple departments

Public Works

The Public Works Committee will discuss flooding issues in Venetian Isles and review the Sewerage and Water Board's update on Turbine 4 and pumping status. They will also consider deputizing Ground Transportation Bureau investigators. The meeting includes roll call and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion on deputizing Ground Transportation Bureau (GTB) investigators with Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick
• Discussion of flooding in Venetian Isles with residents David Kennedy and Conrad Abadie
• SWBNO update on Turbine 4 and pumping/power status after April 21, 2025 flooding

Joint Ga Comm Dev

The Joint Governmental Affairs and Community Development Committee will consider a resolution to investigate working conditions for city employees, including allegations of harassment and retaliation in the Department of Public Works. Also on the agenda are an ordinance restricting former city employees' financial interests in procurement, a nomination to a poet laureate selection committee, and presentations on prostitution-related ordinance changes and sanitation services in the French Quarter.

• Resolution R-25-252 to investigate working conditions, harassment, and retaliation in the Department of Public Works and other city agencies.
• Ordinance Cal. No. 35,094 to limit former city employees' financial interests in procurement decisions.
• Motion M-25-260 to nominate Dernell Johnson to the New Orleans Poet Laureate Selection Committee.
• Presentation on Ordinance Cal. No. 35,100 to provide immunity from arrest for certain prostitution-related offenses.
• Presentation on sanitation services in the French Quarter and Downtown Development District (Service Area 5).

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will consider several zoning ordinances, including a proposed interim zoning district to prohibit new non-commercial short-term rentals by special exception. The council will also vote on a capital budget amendment reallocating funds across multiple departments and a zoning change for a property at 1600 Kentucky Street from heavy industrial to commercial. The consent agenda includes multiple demolition appeals and utility filings from Entergy New Orleans.

• Ordinance to create a Non-Commercial Short-Term Rental Special Exception Interim Zoning District (Cal. No. 35,046)
• Capital budget amendment reallocating funds among Property Management, Public Works, Fire, Police, and other departments (Cal. No. 35,010)
• Zoning change from HI Heavy Industrial to C-2 Auto-Oriented Commercial at 1600 Kentucky Street (Cal. No. 35,048)
• Demolition appeal for property at 7519 Hampson Street (Consent Agenda Item 3)
• Proposed agreement between City and Southern University at New Orleans for police services (Consent Agenda Item 7)

The City Council adopted an interim zoning district that prohibits issuing any new non-commercial short-term rental special exceptions, effectively pausing new permits. The council also approved several zoning changes, including rezonings at 1600 Kentucky Street and 1238 Magnolia Street, and adopted the 2025 capital budget amendment. Multiple demolition appeals and utility communications were received and scheduled for future hearings.

• Adopted interim zoning district banning new non-commercial short-term rental special exceptions (Ord. 30310)
• Approved 2025 capital budget amendment reallocating funds across departments (Ord. 30305)
• Adopted zoning change from HI Heavy Industrial to C-2 Commercial at 1600 Kentucky Street (Ord. 30312)
• Adopted zoning change from HU-RM2 to HU-B1 at 1238 Magnolia Street (Ord. 30313)
• Adopted ordinance allowing reduction of non-conforming electronic billboards without losing status (Ord. 30309)
• Adopted ordinance creating 'Ice Manufacturing and Vending Machines' as permitted use in non-residential zones (Ord. 30308)
• Adopted ordinance removing special exceptions from short-term rental block limitations (Ord. 30311)
• Received multiple demolition appeals and set hearings for May 8, 2025

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget Committee will consider a $4.2 million HOME loan to Winn Dixie Phase II, LP for 45 new rental units, with 28 units affordable for at least 50 years. The agenda also includes multiple budget amendments transferring funds for youth programs, health services, a legal judgment, and a golf course roof replacement. Civil Service pay and rule changes are scheduled for discussion only.

• $4.2M loan for 45 affordable housing units at City Square 162 Phase II
• $3M transfer to Health Department for Thrive Kids programming
• $1M transfer to Chief Administrative Office for Youth Force NOLA
• $1M transfer to Law Department for federal judgment in Hainey v. City
• $224,250 for roof replacement at Joseph M. Bartholomew Golf Course clubhouse

Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee

The Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee will hold a meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair or co-chairs, and discuss the fund's overview, relevant data sources, and a public engagement strategy including a dashboard, recommendations, and quarterly reports.

• Nominations and vote on committee leadership (chair, vice-chair or co-chairs)
• Discussion of data sources, including the 2025 adopted budget
• Discussion of public engagement strategy, including a public dashboard, prioritized recommendations, and quarterly reports

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will meet in person at City Hall to convene an executive session under Louisiana law to discuss pending litigation. The meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. No public votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Lora Johnson v. City Council litigation, Civil Service Commission Docket No. 9607

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will consider a proposed agreement with the American Diabetes Association for the Health Department to deliver a Diabetes Prevention Program and participate in grant-related activities. The agenda also includes presentations from the Center for Employment Opportunities and the NOLA Walk of Fame.

• Contract approval per Council Rule 57: agreement between the City and the American Diabetes Association for Diabetes Prevention Program and grant activities
• Presentation by Center for Employment Opportunities (speakers: Shantrice Bailey and Patience Lewis-Walker)
• Presentation by NOLA Walk of Fame (speaker: Syrita Steib, President & CEO of Operation Restoration)

Film Advisory Committee

The New Orleans Film Advisory Committee meets to discuss key points from its previous meeting, review best practices from similar film offices, and examine the history and necessity of film permits. No decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• Review key talking points from previous meeting
• Review best practices from similar film offices
• Examine film permit history, necessity, creation & implementation
• Next meeting scheduled for May 12, 2025

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will hold three presentations: recognizing National Crime Victims' Rights Week, honoring two long-standing Gentilly Boulevard businesses (McKenzie's Chicken-in-a-Box and Wilson's Shoe Repair), and hearing from the Celebrate Canal Coalition about transforming Canal Street into a pedestrian-friendly hub. The council will also consider consent agenda items including utility adjustments, demolition applications, and various city department reports.

• Presentation on National Crime Victims' Rights Week with theme of KINSHIP
• Celebrate Canal Coalition briefing on making Canal Street a pedestrian-friendly hub
• Demolition application for 1920-22 Franklin Avenue (Council District D)
• Demolition application for 1709-11 Marais Street (Council District C)
• Resolution R-25-210 prioritizing community-driven restoration of Lincoln Beach

The Council adopted an ordinance establishing a conditional use for a hotel over 10,000 square feet in the HMC-2 Historic Marigny/Tremé/Bywater Commercial District at 613-621 Elysian Fields Avenue, 2221 Chartres Street, and 2210 Royal Street. A resolution prioritizing community-based restoration of Lincoln Beach was also adopted. Several communications and reports were received and referred to committees, and demolition applications were set for public hearings.

• Adopted ordinance for hotel conditional use at 613-621 Elysian Fields Ave (Zoning Docket 105/24)
• Adopted resolution prioritizing community-based restoration of Lincoln Beach (R-25-210)
• Adopted motion adding Council President as signatory to Phelps Dunbar agreement amendment (M-25-211)
• Adopted motion adding Council President as signatory to Durr Heavy Construction demolition contract amendment (M-25-212)
• Received and referred CDM Smith agreement amendment to Public Works Committee
• Received and referred 22nd Century Technologies agreement to Utility, Cable, Telecom & Tech Committee
• Received and referred Phelps Dunbar Amendment #7 to Governmental Affairs Committee
• Received and referred American Diabetes Association agreement to Community Development Committee

Quality Of Life

The committee will hear presentations on the DNA Outsourcing Project from the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab, the Orleans Parish District Attorney's Office, and the New Orleans Police Department. They will also receive a presentation on Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The meeting includes approval of minutes from prior committee meetings.

• DNA Outsourcing Project presentations from Louisiana State Police Crime Lab, Orleans Parish DA, and NOPD
• Sexual Assault Awareness Month presentation by New Orleans Health Department
• Approval of minutes from Jan 29 and Feb 24, 2025 committee meetings

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will hold a public hearing and discussion on a proposed ordinance to place a charter amendment on the October 11, 2025 ballot. If approved by voters, the amendment would add a new right to the city's Bill of Rights prohibiting laws that discriminate based on a person's criminal conviction history. The committee will also take roll call and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Ordinance Calendar No. 35,037: calling for an October 11, 2025 election on a Home Rule Charter amendment to bar conviction-history discrimination
• Presentations from Ronald Marshall, Bruce Riley, Rhonda Oliver, Jarrod Wall, and Patrick Young of advocacy groups

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget Audit Board of Review will discuss and vote on a $4.2 million loan agreement for 45 new affordable housing units, along with multiple ordinances transferring a total of $7.5 million across city departments. The meeting will also include updates on the city’s 2025 financial status and Civil Service pay plan amendments.

• $4.2M loan to Winn Dixie Phase II, LP for 45 new affordable housing units (28 subject to HOME affordability requirements for 50+ years)
• $100K transfer from Housing Trust Fund to cover administrative expenses in Office of Housing Policy and Community Development
• $1M transfer to Youth Force NOLA for programming from Intergovernmental Revenues
• $3M transfer to Thrive Kids for programming from Intergovernmental Revenues
• $1M transfer to Law Department for Federal Judgment payment in Hainey v. City of New Orleans matter

Joint Ga Econ Dev

The Joint Governmental Affairs and Economic Development Committee will meet to consider several appointments and a resolution on Lincoln Beach. The committee will vote on appointing members to the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority, Recreation Development Commission, and Board of City Trusts, and will hear a presentation on Resolution R-25-210, which prioritizes community-driven restoration of Lincoln Beach.

• Appointment: Christopher Hammond to New Orleans Redevelopment Authority
• Appointment: Adolf Bynum Jr. to New Orleans Recreation Development Commission
• Appointment: Jonathan Green to Board of City Trusts
• Motion M-25-209: Appointing Lawrence J. Galle Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
• Resolution R-25-210: Prioritizing community-based decision-making for Lincoln Beach restoration

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will consider a $4.2 million HOME loan agreement with Winn Dixie Phase II, LP for 45 rental units at City Square 162 Phase II, with 28 units affordable for 50 years. The committee will also discuss multiple budget amendments transferring funds for youth programs, health initiatives, legal judgments, and capital projects, as well as civil service pay and classification changes.

• $4.2M loan agreement with WD Phase II, LP for 45 affordable housing units at City Square 162 Phase II
• Ordinance to de-appropriate and re-appropriate funds across multiple departments including Property Management, Public Works, Fire, Police, and NORD
• Transfer of $1M to Youth Force NOLA for programming
• Transfer of $3M to Health Department for Thrive Kids programming
• Transfer of $1M to Law Department for Hainey v. City of New Orleans judgment payment

Public Works

The Public Works Committee will discuss deputizing Ground Transportation Bureau investigators and Lincoln Beach redevelopment. They will also consider two contract amendments: one for Lincoln Beach site assessment with Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc., and another extending CDM Smith's infrastructure program management contract to $12.3 million.

• Discussion on deputizing Ground Transportation Bureau (GTB) investigators with Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick
• Discussion of Lincoln Beach redevelopment with DPW representatives
• Amendment No. 6 to Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc. contract for Lincoln Beach site assessment, extending term one year
• 2nd Amendment to CDM Smith, Inc. contract for infrastructure program management, extending term three years and increasing maximum to $12,343,387.36

Criminal Justice

The New Orleans Criminal Justice Committee will meet to approve minutes from its February 11 meeting, recognize two police supporters with a proclamation, and vote on an extension of a legal-services contract with Phelps Dunbar, LLP. Agencies including the Independent Police Monitor’s Office, Police Department, Juvenile Court, and others will provide quarterly public-safety updates.

• Amendment No. 12 to Professional Services Agreement with Phelps Dunbar, LLP for Prison Litigation Reform Act legal services, extending term two years
• Proclamation presentation to Jim Cook and Chris Bardell for ongoing support to the New Orleans Police Department
• Public Safety Agencies Quarterly Reports from Independent Police Monitor’s Office, Police Department, Juvenile Court, Criminal District Court, Municipal and Traffic Court, Juvenile Justice Intervention Center, Sheriff’s Office, District Attorney’s Office, and Coroner’s Office

City Council

The City Council will receive a consent agenda of routine communications, including utility filings from Entergy New Orleans, demolition contract amendments with Durr Heavy Construction, temporary emergency polling location changes, and several classified pay plan amendments for police and property management. Three presentations are scheduled: ThriveKids student wellness program update, recognition of the Material Institute, and honoring the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans.

• Proposed 3rd Amendment to emergency demolition contract with Durr Heavy Construction, LLC
• Proposed 3rd Amendment to non-emergency demolition contract with Durr Heavy Construction, LLC
• Temporary emergency polling location changes: Dillard University Kearny Hall and Renew Sci Tech Academy @ Laurel Site
• New police classification: Deputy Superintendent of Police (Fiscal and Personnel Management) with salary up to $164,411
• Appeal of Vieux Carré Commission denial for property at 241 Bourbon Street

The New Orleans City Council met on March 27, 2025, and handled a consent agenda of communications and reports. No substantive decisions were made; all items were either received, referred to committees, or had hearing dates set for future meetings. The meeting included presentations from ThriveKids and the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans.

• Received utility communications from Entergy New Orleans and others (consent agenda item 1)
• Received demolition application for 2233-35 Port Street, hearing set for 4/10/25 (item 2)
• Received Vieux Carré Commission appeal for 241 Bourbon Street, hearing set for 4/10/25 (item 3)
• Received and referred emergency demolition contract amendment to Public Works Committee (item 4)
• Received and referred non-emergency demolition contract amendment to Public Works Committee (item 5)
• Received and referred police department agreement with Crescent City Partners to Criminal Justice Committee (item 6)
• Received and referred law department agreement with Phelps Dunbar to Criminal Justice Committee (item 7)
• Received temporary emergency polling location changes for precincts 7/23, 7/24, 7/26 and 11/02, 11/04, 11/05, 11/08, 11/09 (items 8-9)

Transportation

The Transportation Committee will discuss and vote on an amendment to a contract with the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality for Volkswagen Trust Fund grants to install electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Members will also receive updates on passenger rail service to Baton Rouge and Mobile, and on the city's transportation electrification efforts, including a forthcoming roadmap.

• Vote on amendment to intergovernmental contract with LADEQ for Volkswagen Trust Fund grants for EV charging infrastructure
• Update on passenger rail service between New Orleans and Baton Rouge and New Orleans and Mobile by Amtrak director
• Update on city's transportation electrification efforts and Transportation Electrification Roadmap

Community Development

The New Orleans City Council's Community Development Committee will vote on a one-year extension of the professional services agreement with Acadian Ambulance Service. The committee will also receive updates on replacing missing streetlights on St. Roch Avenue and ongoing concerns at the Algiers Flea Market.

• Vote on Amendment No. 2 to the Acadian Ambulance Service contract
• Update on the Treme Lafitte Group B project after contractor termination
• Discussion of missing light posts on St. Roch Avenue
• Concerns regarding the Algiers Flea Market

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The City Council Budget, Audit, and Board of Review Committee will meet to discuss a specific legal matter in executive session. The session is focused on litigation involving the Council of the City of New Orleans and Edward Wisner Donation, et al.

• Executive session regarding Council of the City of New Orleans v. Edward Wisner Donation, et al., Case No. 2022-6775

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will consider an ordinance establishing fees for collecting taxes and license/permit fees on behalf of the state. It will also vote on appointing Monica J. Manzella as chair of a new Quality Assurance Review Advisory Committee for the Office of Inspector General. The agenda includes a routine roll call and approval of prior minutes.

• Ordinance 35,039: establishes Section 70-565 of the City Code for fees and service charges on tax, license, and permit collections for the state
• Motion M-25-178: appoints Monica J. Manzella as Chair of the Quality Assurance Review Advisory Committee for the Office of Inspector General
• Appointment of Jonathan Green to the Board of City Trusts

Film Advisory Committee

The New Orleans Film Advisory Committee (NOFA) will hold its first meeting to select a chairperson and review Motion M-25-9, which tasks the committee with studying best practices for film office structure, staffing, budgeting, and a new film permit. The committee will also discuss the office's responsibilities, communication challenges, and staffing needs. No presenters are scheduled for this meeting.

• Selection of NOFA chairperson
• Review of Motion M-25-9 defining committee objectives
• Discussion of film office responsibilities, structure, and staffing
• Discussion of communication challenges between film office, productions, and city
• Scheduling of three future meetings through May 2025

Public Works

The Public Works Committee will consider several contracts for approval, including a ten-year, $85 million solid waste disposal agreement with River Birch, LLC, and a $1.17 million lease of 50 motorcycles for the Police Department. Also up for discussion are amendments to extend demolition services contracts and an electronic ticketing software agreement.

• Agreement with River Birch, LLC for solid waste disposal: ten-year term, $85,000,000 maximum payable
• Amendment No. 3 with Durr Heavy Construction, LLC for non-emergency demolition: one-year term extension
• Amendment No. 3 with Durr Heavy Construction, LLC for emergency demolition: one-year term extension
• Amendment No. 11 with Saltus Technologies, LLC for electronic traffic ticketing: month-to-month extension up to six months, max payable $2,699,500
• Contract with Crescent City Partners, LLC for lease of 50 motorcycles: 36 months, $1,170,000 maximum payable

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting changes to the future land use map of the Master Plan (New Orleans 2030) as recommended by the City Planning Commission. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a proposed 5-year tax abatement for 3535 Magazine Street, and several routine communications and reports on utility adjustments, police staffing, and EMS Mardi Gras response data.

• Ordinance to adopt Master Plan future land use map amendments (Cal. No. 34,988)
• Public hearing on Restoration Tax Abatement for 3535 Magazine Street (RTA #20240043)
• Proposed agreement with Acadian Ambulance Service for EMS services
• Appeal of City Planning Commission denial of subdivision and zoning change at 1243-1245 N Robertson Street and 1500 Esplanade Avenue
• Monthly report on NOPD staffing and hiring data

The council approved the consent agenda 5-0, which included reappointments to the Audubon Commission and Aviation Board, and a new appointment to the Ernest N. Morial Exhibition Hall Authority. A resolution approving a Restoration Tax Abatement for 3535 Magazine Street was also adopted. A vendor payment hearing was continued to March 27.

• Adopted consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Alexander S. Kelso Jr. to Audubon Commission
• Approved reappointment of Ruth Kullman to New Orleans Aviation Board
• Approved appointment of Elizabeth Ellison-Frost to Ernest N. Morial Exhibition Hall Authority
• Adopted resolution approving RTA Application #20240043 for 3535 Magazine Street
• Continued vendor payment accounting hearing to March 27

Public Works

The Public Works, Sanitation, and Environment Committee will meet to discuss an independent contractor agreement between Henry Consulting, L.L.C. and Richards Disposal, Inc. for sanitation services in Service Area 5, which covers the French Quarter and Downtown Development District. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from a previous meeting.

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget, Audit, and Board of Review Committee may convene an executive session on March 20, 2025, to discuss litigation in the case Council of the City of New Orleans v. Edward Wisner Donation, et al. (Case No. 2022-6775). The meeting is scheduled for 1 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Possible executive session to discuss pending litigation: Council of the City of New Orleans v. Edward Wisner Donation, et al., Case No. 2022-6775

City Council

The New Orleans City Council is meeting to decide on several land-use items, including demolition permits, short-term rental appeals, and future land-use map amendments. The agenda also includes ceremonial recognitions, consent agenda items on utility reports and contract amendments, and a vendor payment hearing.

• Demolition application for 2225 N. Derbigny Street (Council District D)
• Short-term rental appeals for 1718-1720 Lapeyrouse Street and 343 South Cortez Street
• Consideration of Master Plan future land-use map amendments
• Restoration Tax Abatement for 3535 Magazine Street
• Amendment to Classified Pay Plan for Mardi Gras special rate of pay

The New Orleans City Council voted 7-0 to adopt the consent agenda, which included adopting an amendment to the Classified Pay Plan for Mardi Gras special rates, ratifying the reappointment of Susan Good to the Industrial Development Board, and adding the Council President as a signatory to a professional services agreement. Several other items were received or referred to committees, and an executive session was held on pending litigation. No substantive decisions beyond the consent agenda were made; most regular agenda items were continued to future meetings.

• Adopted consent agenda (7-0)
• Adopted Mardi Gras special rate pay plan amendment (M-25-112)
• Ratified reappointment of Susan Good to Industrial Development Board (M-25-114)
• Authorized Council President as signatory to Civil Service Commission agreement (M-25-118)
• Approved demolition at 2225 N. Derbigny Street (M-25-127)
• Received communications on utility matters, port response, and demolition application
• Referred professional services agreement to Climate and Sustainability Committee
• Held executive session on litigation (Bodin et al. v. City of New Orleans)

Fqedd Meeting

The French Quarter Economic Development District will hear a quarterly report on the budget and expenditures of the FQ EDD Trust Fund from the Executive Director of the French Quarter Management District and the Board Chairperson. The governing authority may also consider and act on any other matters that properly come before it.

• Quarterly budget and expenditure reports of the FQ EDD Trust Fund
• Presentation by Michelle Courseault, Executive Director of French Quarter Management District
• Presentation by Jane Cooper, Board Chairperson of French Quarter Management District Board of Commissioners
• General consideration of any other matters that may properly come before the governing authority

2024 Irp Third Public Meeting

This is the third public meeting on Entergy New Orleans' 2024 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). The agenda includes only public comment on the plan. A presentation and a link to the IRP website are provided.

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will discuss Ordinance Cal. No. 34,989, which would amend city code regarding tree and vegetation protection under the Parks and Parkways Department. Members will also hear a presentation on a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Thrive New Orleans to create a new greenspace at 1801 South Robertson Street in Central City. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Discussion of Ordinance Cal. No. 34,989 to amend tree protection regulations
• Presentation on a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for a new greenspace at 1801 South Robertson Street in Central City
• Executive session to discuss litigation: Bret Bodin et al. v. City of New Orleans (Civil Action No. 25-cv-00329)

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will discuss the city's financial status, including revenue collection, spending, and a plan for addressing budget concerns. The agenda also includes a vote on a pay amendment for Mardi Gras workers, updates on procurement and railroad quiet zones, and a presentation from the Downtown Development District.

• Budget Reports for period ending December 31, 2024: Revenue Collections, Personnel Spending, Operating Expenses, Staffing, and Fund Balances
• Presentation on the city's plan to address revenue and expense concerns, including security costs since January 1, spending under emergency declarations, traffic camera revenue, ride-hailing fines, accounts receivable, and Wisner Lawsuit revenue
• Discussion and vote on proposed Civil Service pay plan amendments, including M-25-112 extending Mardi Gras special rate of pay to include Ash Wednesday
• Presentation on procurement updates from the Department of Finance and other officials
• Update on railroad quiet zones from the Office of Resilience and Sustainability and Office of Risk Management

Governmental Affairs

The joint Governmental Affairs and Economic Development committees will consider and vote on several items: appointments to the Morial Convention Center Board, Aviation Board, Industrial Development Board, and Audubon Commission; and two contract amendments, including one for Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc. for the Lincoln Beach redevelopment site assessment.

• Appointment to Ernest M. Morial Convention Center Board: Elizabeth Ellison Frost
• Appointment to New Orleans Aviation Board: Ruth Kullman
• Appointment to Industrial Development Board: Susan Good
• Appointment to Audubon Commission: Alexander S. Kelso, Jr.
• Amendment No. 6 to contract with Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc. for Lincoln Beach redevelopment site assessment (increased compensation, one-year extension)

Governmental Affairs Econ Dev

The committee will discuss and vote on two contract amendments: one for the Lincoln Beach redevelopment site assessment and another for a Civil Service Commission professional services agreement. Appointments to the Convention Center Board, Aviation Board, Industrial Development Board, and Audubon Commission are also on the agenda.

• Amendment No. 6 to the Professional Services Agreement with Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc. for the Lincoln Beach redevelopment site assessment, increasing compensation and extending terms by one year.
• Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement between the Civil Service Commission and Jay Ginsburg, increasing compensation and extending terms by one year.
• Appointment of Elizabeth Ellison Frost to the Ernest M. Morial Convention Center Board.
• Appointment of Ruth Kullman to the New Orleans Aviation Board.
• Appointment of Susan Good to the Industrial Development Board.

2024 Irp Third Public Meeting

The New Orleans utility commission holds its third public meeting on Entergy New Orleans’ 2024 Integrated Resource Plan, a long-range energy-supply roadmap. Residents may speak on the plan before any formal vote.

• Public comment period on Entergy New Orleans 2024 Integrated Resource Plan (Docket UD-23-01)
• Meeting notice and presentation materials posted online

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The agenda includes presentations recognizing the Material Institute, XULA FATE food policy program, and Mardi Gras krewes and queens. The consent agenda covers utility rate adjustments from Entergy New Orleans, appointments to the Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee, and several proposed amendments to the classified pay plan for fire and professional certification pay.

• Entergy New Orleans environmental, purchased gas, purchased power, and fuel adjustments for February 2025 billing cycle
• Entergy New Orleans request for approval of a Demand Response Battery Storage Pilot Program
• Proposed amendment to classified pay plan creating Fire Training Technician classification at $50,513 hiring rate
• Proposed amendment to classified pay plan increasing airport EMT-Advanced firefighter pay to 7.5% over normal rate
• Proposed amendment expanding professional certification pay eligibility to all employees

The New Orleans City Council met on February 13, 2025, and approved the minutes from its January 9 and January 30 meetings. The council received multiple communications, including utility filings from Entergy New Orleans, mayoral appointments, and proposed contract amendments, referring some to committees. Several presentations were made, including recognition of Mardi Gras krewes and the Orleans Parish Coroner's Office, but no substantive legislative decisions were voted on.

• Approved minutes of January 9 and January 30, 2025 meetings
• Received Entergy New Orleans utility filings for February 2025 billing cycle
• Received Mayor Cantrell's appointment of Tyra Johnson Brown to Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee
• Received and referred DPW contract amendment with Digital Engineering & Imaging to Economic Development Committee
• Received and referred Independent Police Monitor contract amendments to Criminal Justice Committee
• Received and referred FAST Enterprise LLC agreement to Budget Committee
• Received and referred Civil Service pay plan amendments (Fire and Professional Certification) to Budget Committee
• Received and referred Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority agreement to Climate Change Committee

City Council (Special Meeting)

The New Orleans City Council holds a special meeting to review funding issues related to the Orleans Parish School Board litigation settlement agreement and to assess the current financial condition of the city, including the 2025 adopted annual operating budget. No specific decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

The City Council held a special meeting to consider the Orleans Parish School Board litigation settlement agreement and the 2025 adopted annual operating budget. Both items were discussed but no final action was taken; they were only presented and appeared on the agenda. Three ordinances were introduced on first reading and laid over as required by law.

• Discussed OPSB litigation settlement agreement (no vote taken)
• Discussed 2025 adopted annual operating budget (no vote taken)
• Introduced ordinances on first reading and laid over (no vote taken)

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will consider three contracts, including a $3.68 million agreement with the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office for supplemental law enforcement during Mardi Gras 2025. The committee will also discuss concerns about the Inspector General and vote on two contracts for the Office of Independent Police Monitor.

• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office for Mardi Gras 2025 law enforcement, max $3,681,667
• Professional Services Agreement with S.R. Williams Consulting for legal services for Office of Independent Police Monitor, max $15,000 for one year
• Amendment No. 4 to contract with Crouch Law for investigation review services for Office of Independent Police Monitor, not to exceed $37,500 for one year
• Discussion about concerns of the Inspector General with members of New Orleans United Front

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will receive a presentation from the Department of Finance on the city's plan for addressing revenue and expense concerns, including security costs, emergency spending, and revenue collection. The committee will also discuss and vote on a proposed pay plan amendment extending the Mardi Gras special rate of pay to include Ash Wednesday. Other items include budget reports for the period ending December 31, 2024, and updates on procurement and railroad quiet zones.

• Presentation on city's plan for addressing revenue and expense concerns, including security costs and traffic camera revenue
• Discussion and vote on M-25-112: Mardi Gras Special Rate of Pay Amendment to include Ash Wednesday
• Budget reports for period ending December 31, 2024: Revenue Collections, Personnel Spending, Operating Expenses, Staffing, Fund Balances
• Presentation on procurement updates from the Department of Finance
• Update on Quiet Zones from the Office of Resilience and Sustainability

City Council

The New Orleans City Council is holding a regular meeting with presentations recognizing the Mosquito, Termite & Rodent Control Board staff and honoring journalist Clancy DuBos. The consent agenda includes routine communications, reports, and referrals, with no major legislative actions scheduled.

• Presentation recognizing Mosquito, Termite & Rodent Control Board staff for creating safer environments
• Honoring journalist Clancy DuBos for his five-decade career covering New Orleans history
• Recognition of Karr High School for athletic and academic achievements
• Demolition application for 2225 N. Derbigny Street set for public hearing on 2/13/25
• Restoration Tax Abatement application for 3535 Magazine Street set for public hearing on 2/13/25

The New Orleans City Council met on January 30, 2025, and adopted the consent agenda, which included a zoning ordinance (Cal. No. 34,971) changing zoning districts for properties subject to Master Plan Future Land Use Map amendment applications. The vote was 5-0 with two members absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the agenda consisted of presentations, recognitions, and receipt of communications and reports.

• Adopted consent agenda including zoning ordinance Cal. No. 34,971 (5-0)

Quality Of Life

The joint Quality of Life and Economic Development committees will discuss recent building collapses and hear a presentation from the Preservation Resource Center. A motion would direct staff to seek engineering recommendations for a citywide structural inspection program.

• Motion M-25-29 to issue RFQ for structural inspection program recommendations
• Discussion with Code Enforcement, Safety and Permits, Fire Department, and Public Works representatives
• Presentation by Preservation Resource Center on building collapses

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will vote on a $350,000 professional services contract with Stutes & Lavergne, LLC for specialized legal counsel in tax litigation. It will also consider appointments to the New Orleans Aviation Board, Municipal Yacht Harbor Management Corporation Board, Regional Transit Authority Board, and Industrial Development Board. Additionally, the committee will discuss reauthorizing the Sewerage and Water Board Billing Ordinance Advisory Committee and confirming bill dispute arbiters, as well as a discussion on vaccination requirements for horses in carnival parades.

• Vote on $350,000 contract with Stutes & Lavergne, LLC for tax litigation legal counsel
• Appointments to New Orleans Aviation Board: Roger Ogden, Octave J. Francis III, J. Douglas Thornton
• Appointments to Municipal Yacht Harbor Management Corporation Board: Akeisha Tircuit, Christopher Hammond, Mark Heck, Roger Watkins
• Motion to reauthorize Sewerage and Water Board Billing Ordinance Advisory Committee (M-25-31)
• Discussion on horse vaccination requirements for carnival parades (Sec. 34-21.1)

Joint Qol Ed Sdp

The joint Quality of Life and Economic Development committees will discuss recent building collapses and hear from city departments and the Preservation Resource Center. A motion will be considered to issue a request for proposals for an engineering consultant to recommend a structural inspection program.

• Discussion of recent building collapses with representatives from Code Enforcement, Safety and Permits, Fire Department, and Public Works
• Presentation from the Preservation Resource Center on building collapses
• Motion M-25-29 to issue a Council RFQ for an engineer to recommend a structural inspection program

2024 Irp Second Public Meeting

This is a rescheduled public meeting to discuss the 2024 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), which outlines the city's long-term energy strategy. The agenda includes an overview of the IRP process, inputs and assumptions, planning scenarios, portfolio optimization, and a risk analysis. The meeting will also include a question and answer period.

• IRP process overview
• Inputs and assumptions for planning
• Planning scenarios and strategies
• Portfolio optimization and cost analysis
• Stochastic risk analysis

Community Development

The committee will discuss and vote on Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Acadian Ambulance Service of New Orleans, LLC, which would extend the term by one year and increase the maximum compensation. The meeting also includes roll call and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion and vote on Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Acadian Ambulance Service of New Orleans, LLC
• Extension of term for one year
• Increase in maximum compensation

City Council

The City Council is meeting to receive various agency budget reports and utility communications. The body is also considering zoning ordinances for residential districts in Lake Terrace and Lake Oaks, as well as conditional use permits for commercial properties.

• Proposed zoning change from S-RS to S-LRS2 for residential lots in Lake Terrace and Lake Oaks
• Conditional use permit for a restaurant over 5,000 square feet at 900 North Carrollton Avenue
• Conditional use permit for a reception facility at 6324-6400 Chef Menteur Highway
• Demolition permit application for 2121-2123 S. Robertson Street
• Proposal to rename General Meyer Avenue to Rudy Lombard Avenue and Taza Green Avenue

Public Works

The City Council will vote on five items, including a $3.456M contract extension for event management, a $2M bond for affordable housing, and a $61.5M federal grant for pedestrian and bicycle safety in New Orleans East. The council will also discuss roadway and sidewalk security measures following the recent terrorist attack, with presentations from the Public Works Department and NOPD.

• Grant Agreement with USDOT for $61,544,718 for the New Orleans East Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Project (100% federally funded, 5-year term)
• Amendment No. 9 to the PSA with New Orleans Convention Company, Inc. for event management services, extending term to Oct. 14, 2025 and increasing compensation to $3,456,417
• Amendment No. 4 to the Service Agreement with AT&T Corp. for telecommunications, extending term to July 30, 2025 and increasing compensation to $2,250,000
• Amendment No. 3 to the PSA with Global Solutions Group, Inc. for cybersecurity and technology services, extending term to Sept. 1, 2025 and increasing compensation to $5,406,000
• Act of Leasehold Mortgage with Grove Place 2, LLC for $2,000,000 in general obligation bond financing to develop affordable housing rental units