NEW ORLEANS – During its regular meeting yesterday, the New Orleans City Council unanimously overruled Mayor LaToya Cantrell's veto of the Charity Hospital redevelopment fund ordinance. The Council also approved a resolution for the issuance and sale of $90 million in Limited Tax Revenue Bonds, and a motion expressing the Council's intent to consider one or more resolutions calling for an election on November 15, 2025, regarding the issuance of General Obligation Bonds, among other items.

NEW ORLEANS - On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, the Governmental Affairs Committee met with members of the Police Department and the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP) to discuss parade route safety, City Code violations during the 2025 carnival season. The Committee also recommended for approval Ordinance No. 35,160 and discussed several other ordinances related to the carnival season.

NEW ORLEANS - The City announces that Crescent Park will now be open daily until 8:00 PM through August. On today, the park will remain open until 9:30 PM for holiday celebrations.

NEW ORLEANS - The District C community is invited to participate in an important meeting addressing the growing issue of illegal dumping. This meeting will take place on July 9th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the NOPD 4th District, located at 3320 Wall Blvd. 

NEW ORLEANS – At its regular meeting yesterday, the New Orleans City Council adopted an Ordinance to expand Blue Krewe’s Bike Share program in New Orleans, extended the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the New Orleans Community Support Foundation, and adopted an Ordinance to increase the maximum penalties relating to graffiti. Additionally, the Council adopted a Motion to issue a request for qualified professional services regarding the valuation of the Wisner Trust. Council members adopted another Motion to establish official, permanent polling locations in Orleans Parish for future elections.