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 – 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.

NEW ORLEANS - Councilmember-At-Large Helena Moreno and District 'B' Councilmember Lesli Harris are issuing a reminder that the Council is currently soliciting proposals from structural engineers or engineering firms to provide professional services to the Council regarding advice and assistance related to potential legislative solutions to reduce the risk of collapse of privately-owned structures in the city.