In reviewing the funds that were set aside for Algiers projects, many of which were started in my first term, and some even proceeded 2010, it has come to my attention that the previous Administration has requested an amendment of the set-aside funds for the soccer stadium to be directed towards the Natatorium. This flies in the face of what was originally promised to Algiers.

New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) is accepting applications through August 17, 2018, for its New Orleans Tricentennial: Lots To Celebrate initiative. The program supports the creation and implementation of temporary public art and community event projects sited on NORA-owned vacant lots throughout Orleans Parish.

The allegations and subsequent confirmation of astroturfing during the New Orleans City Council's consideration of the proposal to construct a New Orleans Power Station fly in the face of the dignity, courtesy, and respect of traditional public discourse vital to our democratic process.

The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA) has been awarded a grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) as part of its Ferry Grant Program. Through the program, the RTA will receive $2.4M of approximately $58.2M in project selections toward improving the safety and reliability of America's passenger ferry systems.

On Thursday, May 10 the New Orleans City Council delivered a letter to the Interim Executive Director of the Sewerage and Water Board, Marcie Edwards, as well other senior Sewerage and Water Board leadership. The letter, initiated and drafted by Councilmember Joe Giarrusso and including guidance and consent from all councilmembers, spells out the councilmembers' expectations for compliance with statutorily required quarterly reports.