The news about Bryan Vazquez is devastating and certainly not the outcome we hoped for. I will honor my commitment to his family, advocates, and volunteers to create an improved alert system for vulnerable people in New Orleans and then push for a statewide system. Thank you to everyone who helped search for Bryan and offered assistance to his family. They will continue to need all of our support during this difficult time. 

NEW ORLEANS – At its regular meeting on Thursday, August 21, the Council adopted an ordinance to waive certain temporary fees and requirements surrounding the NOLAKEYS 5 Annual Stop the Violence Youth Bike Ride and School Supply Giveaway that took place on August 2, 2025. The Council also authorized several amendments to ongoing Cooperative Endeavor Agreements (CEAs), one being between the City and Hyfi, LLC, as well as between the City and the Build America Bureau within the United States Department of Transportation. Additionally, the Council adopted a motion authorizing the Council President to execute the Settlement Agreement between the City Council, LSU Board of Supervisors, and Edwin Murray as a member of the Wisner Trust Management Board.

NEW ORLEANS –The City Council applauds the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals for affirming the Council’s right to protect the interests of the City through contract review and approval. This Council will continue to ask questions and demand answers, especially when it comes to how public money is spent.

NEW ORLEANS - On Wednesday, August 13, 2025, the Budget, Audit, and Board of Review Committee met to discuss several key revenue topics, including trash collection contracts in the French Quarter and Downtown Development District, the Wisner litigation, the Orleans Parish School Board litigation, and more.

NEW ORLEANS – City Council Vice President Helena Moreno advanced Ordinance Cal. No. 35,177, aimed at addressing ongoing delays in payment from prime contractors to subcontractors. The ordinance, considered in the Economic Development Committee today, builds on the Council’s successful Net 30 legislation, which requires the City of New Orleans to pay vendors and contractors within 30 days. While this policy has led to measurable improvements in payments from the City to prime contractors, concerns remain that many subcontractors continue to face delays in receiving their share of funds. The ordinance now requires City prime contractors to also follow Net 30 and pay subcontractors for all undisputed amounts owed within 30 days of receiving payment from the City.