NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, June 11, 2026, the Governmental Affairs Committee convened to consider several board and commission appointments, as well as to vote on Ordinance No. 35,447 regarding fees for the immobilization of unoccupied vehicles. Additionally, the committee discussed and voted on two agreements, one between the City and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the other between the City and the Louisiana Department of Health.

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Governmental Affairs Committee convened to consider several board and commission appointments, as well as two amendments to Professional Services and Licensing agreements.

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 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).

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, April 16, 2026, the Governmental Affairs Committee convened to vote on several different board appointees. Additionally, the committee discussed and voted on an ordinance to amend and reordain a section of the city code regarding temporary alcoholic beverage outlet permits.

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, the Governmental Affairs Committee convened to review several appointments to various boards and departments.