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Wednesday, April 29

Joint Economic Development and Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA — The Economic Development and Governmental Affairs Committees held a joint meeting to receive updates from the Department of Safety and Permits (DSP). The updates covered an introduction to the PermitSTAT program and the department's leadership, priorities, and action plan. The committee also discussed and voted on Ordinance No. 35,425, which would transfer parking and towing enforcement from the Department of Public Works (DPW) to the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD).

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Upcoming Event

Wednesday, April 29

Councilmember Aimee McCarron to Host Second “Light the Night” event in Hollygrove-Dixon

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Due to the possibility of severe weather this evening, Councilmember McCarron has made the decision to postpone this event to a later date. A new date will be announced once it has been rescheduled.

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Tuesday, April 28

Councilmember Freddie King to Host Community Cleanup of Norman Playground

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Councilman Freddie King has arranged a large-scale cleanup of Norman Playground, scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd at 8:00 AM. This initiative is being conducted in partnership with S&A Construction & Landscaping, the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORDC), InspireNOLA Charter Schools, and Richard's Disposal.

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Press Release

Tuesday, April 28

Councilmember Lesli Harris Authors Ordinance for Landmark $100 Million Deal to Stabilize New Orleans City Finances

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Budget Chair Lesli Harris authored the landmark proposed agreement that would deliver over $100 million in cash to stabilize the City of New Orleans’ finances. The ordinance has earned the co-sponsorship of all seven members of the New Orleans City Council.

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Committee Meeting Summary

Monday, April 27

Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA — On Monday, April 27, 2026, the Criminal Justice Committee convened to receive presentations and updates on projects encompassing employment, education, blight demolition, and more.

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Joint Economic Development and Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting Summary

Councilmember Aimee McCarron to Host Second “Light the Night” event in Hollygrove-Dixon

Councilmember Freddie King to Host Community Cleanup of Norman Playground

Councilmember Lesli Harris Authors Ordinance for Landmark $100 Million Deal to Stabilize New Orleans City Finances

Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting Summary

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