NEW ORLEANS - This is overall a very sad situation. We hope that our friend and colleague takes the necessary steps to make himself well. Alcoholism is a disease and should be treated as such. The public should be reassured that the Council will be moving forward with its work without delay, including moving forward as planned with the budget schedule and will meet all budget timelines outlined by law.

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