New Orleans public meetings in 2022

Joint Comm Dev Quality Of Life

This is a joint meeting of the Community Development and Quality of Life Committees. The agenda includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and three presentations from community organizations. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation by Ronald Coleman, President of the New Orleans Branch NAACP
• Presentation by Leonard Zanders, Project Director of JOB1
• Presentation by Shantrice Bailey, Director of the Center for Employment Opportunities New Orleans

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several high-value consulting contracts for electric and gas utility regulatory matters. The body is also deciding on various zoning changes, short-term rental permits, and historic district appeals.

• Contract with Dentons US LLP for utility regulatory consulting: $3,537,500
• Contract with Legend Consulting Group for utility regulatory consulting: $2,237,500
• Award of $45,000,000 Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds, Series 2022 to JP Morgan Chase Bank
• Zoning change request for 2553-2555 Ursulines Avenue
• Conditional Use request for commercial short-term rental at 933-939 Julia Street

The Council adopted an ordinance establishing billing dispute and appeals procedures for the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans. Several zoning changes and conditional use requests were approved, and the 2023 operating budget for the Orleans Parish Communication District was adopted.

• Adopted billing dispute and appeals procedures for Sewerage and Water Board (Ord. No. 29278)
• Approved $20,081,435 operating budget for Orleans Parish Communication District for 2023
• Approved $3,537,500 contract with Dentons US LLP for utility regulatory consulting
• Approved $2,237,500 contract with Legend Consulting Group for utility regulatory consulting
• Approved zoning change to Historic Urban Neighborhood Business District at 2553-2555 Ursulines Avenue
• Approved conditional use for commercial short-term rental at 933-939 Julia Street
• Approved affordable housing planned development at 2809-2829 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
• Approved conditional use for commercial space at 4403 Canal Street

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will review a presentation from Jeff Asher of AH Datalytics. The presentation covers a recent survey regarding benefits for New Orleans Police Department recruitment and retention.

• Presentation from Jeff Asher, AH Datalytics, regarding NOPD recruitment and retention survey

Climate And Sustainability Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Committee will review a resolution regarding the RCPS Compliance Plan. The meeting includes a presentation on city vehicle fuel efficiency and an executive session to discuss two legal cases.

• Resolution regarding modified approval of ENO's RCPS Compliance Plan (UD-19-01)
• Presentation on Clean Fleet and City Vehicles fuel efficiency
• Executive session regarding In re Metro Service Group (Case No. 2:22-bk-11197)
• Executive session regarding Hignell-Stark, et al. v. City of New Orleans (Case No. 2:19-cv-13773)

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will hear a presentation from Jeff Asher of AH Datalytics on a recent survey of NOPD recruitment and retention benefits. The agenda also includes roll call and approval of minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting.

• Presentation from Jeff Asher, AH Datalytics on NOPD recruitment and retention benefits survey

Joint Comm Dev Quality Of Life

The Joint Community Development-Quality of Life Committee will hold a meeting featuring presentations from the New Orleans Branch NAACP, JOB1, and the Center for Employment Opportunities New Orleans. The committee will also review minutes from previous October 2022 meetings.

• Presentation by Ronald Coleman, President of the New Orleans Branch NAACP
• Presentation by Leonard Zanders, Project Director of JOB1
• Presentation by Shantrice Bailey, Director of the Center for Employment Opportunities New Orleans
• Approval of October 26, 2022 Quality of Life Committee minutes
• Approval of October 5, 2022 Community Development Committee minutes

Joint Uctt And Public Works Committee

The Joint UCTT and Public Works Committee will consider an ordinance regarding SWBNO billing policies and appeal procedures. The body will also review energy implementation and compliance plans and consider appointments for utility regulatory advisors.

• Ordinance Cal No. 33937 regarding SWBNO billing policies and appeal procedures
• Resolution for Energy Smart Implementation Plan (UD-20-02) Program Years 13 and 14
• Resolution for modified approval of ENO’s RCPS Compliance Plan (UD-19-01)
• Motions to appoint legal advisors, technical advisors, and administrative hearing officers for utility regulatory matters
• Presentations on wireless infrastructure small cell permits and Entergy New Orleans service disconnects

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several land use items, including a text amendment for the Convention Center Height Overlay District that would require neighborhood participation for large projects. The agenda also includes requests for conditional uses to permit a hotel on Baronne Street and a restaurant on Magazine Street.

• Text amendment for Convention Center district requiring 10% affordable and 10% workforce housing
• Conditional use for a hotel at 833-839 Baronne Street
• Conditional use for a restaurant at 3511 Magazine Street
• Conditional use for a hotel at 2121-2127 Chartres Street and 616 Elysian Fields Avenue
• Proposed renaming of part of Press Drive to SUNO Knights Drive

The City Council approved the 2023 operating budget of revenues and expenditures, the 2023 capital budget, and several agency budgets. The council also approved multiple zoning changes, a $1.00 gasoline surcharge for completed trips, and the tabulation of several November 2022 proposition elections.

• Adopted 2023 Operating Budget of Revenues (Ord. No. 29265) and Expenditures (Ord. No. 29266)
• Adopted 2023 Capital Budget (Ord. No. 29272)
• Approved $35M in Series 2023 Revenue Bonds for the New Orleans Aviation Board
• Adopted $1.00 gasoline surcharge for each completed trip (Ord. No. 29275)
• Approved 2023 budgets for New Orleans Aviation Board, French Market Corp, and others
• Adopted zoning for retail alcohol sales at 5000 Old Gentilly Road and hotel at 833-839 Baronne Street
• Tabulated November 8, 2022 elections for Hurstville, Lake Oaks, and Delachaise districts
• Approved grant funds for organizations including Together New Orleans ($1M) and DDD ($500,000)

Transportation

The Transportation Committee will consider an ordinance to amend the City Code regarding airport shuttle fare limits. The committee will also receive a presentation and update on the rail system between New Orleans and Baton Rouge.

• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,973 to increase maximum airport shuttle fares
• Presentation by Darrell Saizan regarding the New Orleans to Baton Rouge rail system

City Council (Special Meeting)

The City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a communication from Sharon Jasper, a Section 8 resident, requesting a hearing to appeal a dismissal under Revised Statute 40:537. The agenda also includes ordinances on first reading, but no specific details are provided.

• Communication from Sharon Jasper, Section 8 resident, requesting a hearing to appeal dismissal under RS 40:537

The City Council held a hearing regarding the dismissal of Sharon Jasper. Following the hearing, the Council adopted a motion to reinstate Ms. Jasper to the Housing Authority Board.

• Adopted Motion M-22-517 to reinstate Sharon Jasper to the Housing Authority Board

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The New Orleans City Council continues its 2023 proposed budget hearings, reviewing budget presentations from the Law Department, the Coroner's Office, and Parks & Parkways. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Law Department 2023 budget presentation
• Coroner's Office 2023 budget presentation
• Parks & Parkways 2023 budget presentation

City Council

The New Orleans City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning conditional-use ordinances, including for packaged alcohol sales at 2401-2411 Elysian Fields Avenue and 9000 Chef Menteur Highway, a restaurant at 1526 Magazine Street, and multi-family dwellings. The council will also consider appeals of Historic District Landmarks Commission and Vieux Carré Commission decisions, and receive reports on police staffing, utility matters, and infrastructure planning.

• Conditional use for packaged alcohol at 2401-2411 Elysian Fields Avenue (Zoning Docket 61/22)
• Conditional use for packaged alcohol at 9000 Chef Menteur Highway (Zoning Docket 67/22)
• Conditional use for a restaurant at 1526 Magazine Street (Zoning Docket 65/22)
• Appeal of HDLC denial for a rooftop penthouse at 502 Frenchmen Street
• Appeal of VCC denial for a new gallery at 440 Bourbon Street

The City Council adopted several zoning changes and ordinances, including new regulations for live entertainment permitting and a requirement for Council approval of city contracts exceeding $1 million. The Council also approved $45 million in drainage system bonds and various conditional use permits for businesses.

• Approved $45M in Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds (R-22-487)
• Adopted live entertainment permitting regulations (Ord. No. 29257)
• Required Council approval for city contracts over $1M (Ord. No. 29258)
• Approved conditional use for cultural facility at 3300 Royal St and 633 Piety St (Ord. No. 29251)
• Approved conditional use for retail alcohol sales at 2401-2411 Elysian Fields Ave (Ord. No. 29252)
• Approved conditional use for multi-family dwelling at 3915-3917 Banks St (Ord. No. 29253)
• Approved conditional use for restaurant at 1526 Magazine St (Ord. No. 29254)
• Approved conditional use for retail alcohol sales at 9000 Chef Menteur Hwy (Ord. No. 29255)

Fqedd Meeting

The French Quarter Economic Development District will hear a presentation on the Q3 2022 trust fund report and a presentation on the proposed 2023 annual budget. The board will then consider a motion to approve the 2023 budget. The meeting also includes an open period for other matters.

• Presentation of quarterly budget and expenditure reports for the FQEDD Trust Fund (Q3 2022)
• Presentation on the 2023 annual budget by Executive Director Karley Frankic
• Motion M-2022-2 to approve the 2023 annual budget
• Opportunity to consider and take action on other matters

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The New Orleans City Council holds the ninth day of hearings on the proposed 2023 budget. Presentations cover the Orleans Parish Juvenile Court, Municipal Yacht Harbor, New Orleans Building Corporation, Orleans Parish Communications District, and several civic affairs organizations including Total Community Action, New Orleans Council on Aging, Louisiana SPCA, Arts Council, and the Tourism and Cultural Fund.

• Orleans Parish Juvenile Court budget presentation and templates
• Municipal Yacht Harbor budget presentation and templates
• New Orleans Building Corporation budget presentation and templates
• Orleans Parish Communications District budget presentation and templates
• Civic affairs budgets: Total Community Action (food pantry), New Orleans Council on Aging, Louisiana SPCA (humane law), Arts Council, and Tourism and Cultural Fund

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The City Council is conducting budget hearings for several municipal agencies and development districts. The session includes presentations and budget templates for various city departments and boards.

• Municipal & Traffic Court budget presentation
• Office of Inspector General budget hearing presentation
• Civil Service Department budget presentation
• New Orleans Business Alliance presentation
• Downtown Development District budget and work plan

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The City Council is conducting the seventh day of hearings regarding the 2023 proposed budget. The meeting consists of presentations from various mayoral offices and city departments.

• Office of Youth & Families budget presentation
• Office of Criminal Justice Coordination budget presentation
• French Market Corporation budget presentation and templates
• Office of Resilience & Sustainability budget presentation
• Department of Property Management budget presentation

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The City Council holds a budget hearing to review proposed 2023 budgets and millage rates from the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office, Department of Finance, Chief Administrative Office, New Orleans Public Library, and others. The meeting includes presentations on the tax levy ordinance and proposed millage rates.

• Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office budget presentation
• Tax Levy Ordinance with proposed millage rates
• Department of Finance budget including Supplier Diversity
• Chief Administrative Office budgets for Budget Office, IT, Service Innovation, and Employee Relations
• New Orleans Public Library budget presentation

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The City Council is conducting the fifth day of proposed budget hearings for 2023. The session includes budget presentations from the Office of Business & External Services, the Office of Community Development, and the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority.

• Budget presentation for Office of Code Enforcement
• Budget presentation for Department of Safety & Permits
• Budget presentation for City Planning Commission
• Budget presentation for Historic District Landmarks Commission
• Budget presentation for New Orleans Redevelopment Authority

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The City Council is conducting final budget presentations for several departments. The session includes reviews of the Department of Public Works, Office of Capital Projects Administration, and the five-year capital plan.

• Department of Public Works 2023 budget presentation
• Office of Capital Projects Administration 2023 budget presentation
• 2023 Capital Budget presentation
• 2023 Five Year Capital Plan presentation
• Public comment regarding the Office of Sanitation

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The New Orleans City Council holds the third day of hearings on the proposed 2023 budget. Presentations are scheduled for the Office of Police Secondary Employment, the Fire Department, Health EMS, the Health Department, and the Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness.

• Office of Police Secondary Employment budget presentation
• New Orleans Fire Department budget presentation
• Health EMS budget presentation
• New Orleans Health Department budget presentation
• Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness budget presentation

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several land-use appeals and zoning amendments, including a proposal to create a Food Pop Up Vendor Host category. The body is also discussing Entergy New Orleans' applications for Hurricane Ida cost certification and a battery storage pilot program.

• Proposed new 'Food Pop Up Vendor Host' temporary use category (Cal. No. 33,902)
• Proposed pay plan amendment for Police Chief Operation Officer with a maximum annual rate of $149,857
• Zoning request for a hotel over 10,000 square feet at 2121-2127 Chartres Street and 616 Elysian Fields Avenue
• Proposed ordinance to prohibit all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on public streets (Cal. No. 33,866)
• Entergy New Orleans applications for Hurricane Ida cost certification (R-22-482) and a battery storage pilot program (R-22-483)

The City Council approved several new ordinances including a healthy homes rental registration program, a Renter Anti-Displacement Fund, and regulations for shopping carts. The Council also approved zoning changes for a food pop-up vendor category and the Langston Hughes Academy expansion.

• Adopted Healthy Homes program for rental housing registration and inspections (Ord. No. 29239)
• Adopted regulations governing the use and abandonment of shopping carts (Ord. No. 29247)
• Established Renter Anti-Displacement Fund (Ord. No. 29242)
• Approved new temporary use category for Food Pop Up Vendor Hosts (Ord. No. 29243)
• Approved expansion of Langston Hughes Academy to include Lot 51 (Ord. No. 29244)
• Approved zoning change for 2553-2555 Ursulines Avenue (M-22-481)
• Failed budget appropriation to move funds from Police to Sanitation (3-3 vote)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting personal delivery devices on public right-of-way (Ord. No. 29245)

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The New Orleans City Council is holding the second day of budget hearings for the 2023 proposed budget. They will hear presentations and discuss funding for the Juvenile Justice Intervention Center, NORD and Parks Millage, Office of Independent Police Monitor, Coroner's Office, and Municipal & Traffic Court. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Juvenile Justice Intervention Center budget presentation
• NORD + Parks Millage budget presentation
• Office of Independent Police Monitor budget presentation
• New Orleans Coroner's Office budget presentation
• Municipal & Traffic Court budget presentation

2023 City Council Budget Hearings

The City Council is conducting the first day of hearings for the 2023 proposed budget. The session includes budget presentations from several local justice and law enforcement agencies.

• Orleans Parish Criminal District Court budget presentation
• New Orleans Police Department and Consent Decree Compliance presentation
• Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office budget presentation
• Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office budget presentation
• Orleans Parish Public Defender’s Office budget presentation

Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee will hold a meeting to discuss Ordinance Cal. No. 33,908, which addresses the use, control, and abandonment of shopping carts in New Orleans. The agenda also includes roll call and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Ordinance Cal. No. 33,908 concerning provisions governing the use, control, and abandonment of shopping carts within the City of New Orleans

Public Works

The committee will hear updates from the Department of Sanitation on curbside collections and the upcoming Service Area 1 and 2 RFPs, as well as the current trash and recycling contract. The Department of Public Works will also provide an update on traffic signal and street light repairs.

• Discussion and update on curbside collections and upcoming Service Area 1 and 2 RFPs
• Discussion and update on current trash contract for trash and recycling collections
• Update regarding traffic signals and street light repairs

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will consider an ordinance regarding the Municipal Employees' Retirement System (NOMERS) cost-of-living adjustment, discuss ongoing litigation in the Wisner Trust case, and vote on two appointments to city boards.

• Discussion of Wisner Trust litigation (Council v. Edward Wisner Donation, Case No. 2022-06765)
• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,913 — Employees' Retirement System (NOMERS) COLA presentation
• Appointment of Charles Richard to the Delgado Albania Plantation Commission
• Appointment of John Milazzo, Jr. to the Finance Authority of New Orleans

Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology Committee will discuss utility bill assistance programs for low-income customers and those with gas arrears, consider a resolution to establish a procedural schedule for Entergy New Orleans' Hurricane Ida cost recovery, and consider a resolution authorizing a battery storage pilot program. The committee will also receive an update on cable and internet services in Orleans Parish.

• Entergy New Orleans bill assistance update presentation
• Resolution establishing docket for Hurricane Ida cost recovery review
• Resolution authorizing battery storage pilot program (UD-22-03)
• Cable and internet service update for Orleans Parish

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will hear updates on homeless initiatives and encampment cleaning from the New Orleans Health Department, UNITY of Greater New Orleans, and the Downtown Development District. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists of informational presentations.

• New Orleans Health Department homeless initiatives and encampment cleaning update
• UNITY of Greater New Orleans homeless initiatives and outreach update
• Downtown Development District homeless initiatives and outreach update

Economic Development

The Economic Development & Special Development Projects Committee will discuss Ordinance Cal. No. 33,936. Jeffrey Schwartz, Director of Economic Development, is scheduled to present information concerning the BioDistrict New Orleans.

• Discussion of Ordinance Cal. No. 33,936 (BioDistrict New Orleans)

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will discuss the 2023 General Revenue Forecast presentation. The body is scheduled to adopt the official revenue forecast for the 2023 period.

• Adoption of minutes from the September 26, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of 2023 General Revenue Forecast
• Adoption of Official Revenue Forecast for 2023

Orleans Parish Board Of Review

The Orleans Parish Board of Review will hear a presentation from Hammerman & Gainer, Inc. on the results of the 2023 Tax Appeal recommendations process. The board will then vote on resolutions to dispose of appeals and certify assessments for the First through Seventh Municipal Districts to the Louisiana Tax Commission.

• Presentation by Scott J. Spivey of Hammerman & Gainer, Inc. on 2023 Tax Appeal recommendations
• Resolution R-22-1: Disposition of appeals in the First through Seventh Municipal Districts
• Resolution R-22-2: Certification of Assessments for the First through Seventh Municipal Districts to the Louisiana Tax Commission

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on a series of ordinances that amend the city's 2022 operating and capital budgets. Key actions include appropriating $24 million in federal funds for affordable housing, shifting $2.5 million from police to sanitation, and transferring $1.9 million from Public Works to Sanitation. The committee will also hold an executive session on two lawsuits and discuss short-term rental regulations.

• Appropriation of $24,046,105 in federal funds for affordable housing rental projects, eviction prevention, and utility assistance (Cal. 33,928/33,929)
• Transfer of $2.5 million from Police Department to Sanitation Department (Cal. 33,899)
• Transfer of $1.9 million from Public Works to Sanitation for capital budget (Cal. 33,879)
• Appropriation of $950,000 for radiological/nuclear detection equipment and salaries for Homeland Security (Cal. 33,881/33,882)
• Appropriation of $500,000 for NORDC and Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice Coordination for Evening Reporting Center (Cal. 33,887/33,888)

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will hear presentations regarding jail reform sustainability, a new domestic violence awareness program, and an analysis of 2021 9-1-1 service calls.

• Presentation on sustaining jail reforms by the Bureau of Governmental Research
• New Orleans Health Department presentation on domestic violence response programs
• Vera Institute presentation on 2021 9-1-1 calls for service and police outcomes
• Approval of minutes from August 15 and August 19, 2022 meetings

City Council

The City Council will receive reports and communications on utility matters, historic district appeals, personnel pay plan amendments, and polling location changes. It will also consider several zoning ordinances, including conditional uses for a childcare center, a bar, and artist studios, as well as an appeal of a $10,000 fine for demolition at 8430 Apple Street.

• Appeal of $10,000 fine by Historic District Landmarks Commission for property at 8430 Apple Street
• New Library Archivist (grade 82, $52,431–$86,176) and Library Fiscal Administrator (grade 90, $63,960–$105,126) classifications
• 5% pay increase for Sewerage and Water Board employees with NASSCO pipeline certifications
• Temporary and permanent polling location changes for multiple precincts
• Zoning dockets: conditional use for bar at 2401-2403 St. Claude Ave., childcare center at 4600 Flake Ave., and artist studio at 4516 Palmyra St.

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will consider a motion to approve funding for student support services at Carver High School in the Upper Ninth Ward. The agenda also includes a presentation on the 9th Ward Stadium and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Motion M-22-443 to approve funding for student support services at Carver High School
• Presentation on the 9th Ward Stadium
• Approval of minutes from August 29, 2022 meeting

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is meeting to consider an ordinance that distinguishes electric scooters from bicycles. The proposal includes new prohibitions and regulations for electric scooters within the Code of the City of New Orleans.

• Cal. No. 33,745: Ordinance to regulate electric scooters and amend multiple sections of the City Code

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will hear a presentation on the Healthy Homes Ordinance (Ord. Cal. No. 33,898) from the Health Department and legal advocates. The committee may also convene in executive session to discuss litigation in Council of the City of New Orleans v. Edward Wisner Donation (Case No. 2022-06765). Additionally, they will discuss the Wisner Trust litigation with outside counsel and consider an appointment of Royce Duplessis to Total Community Action.

• Healthy Homes Ordinance (Ord. Cal. No. 33,898) presentation by Dr. Jennifer Avegno, Maxwell Ciardullo, and Hannah Adams
• Executive session for litigation: Council of the City of New Orleans v. Edward Wisner Donation, Case No. 2022-06765
• Discussion of Wisner Trust Litigation with attorneys Judy Barrasso and Justin Schmidt
• Appointment of Royce Duplessis to Total Community Action

Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee will discuss Ordinance Cal. No. 33,867, which aims to reduce blight by building and maintaining a public-facing inventory of City-owned immovable property. Additionally, representatives from Thrive New Orleans and Propeller will present on collaborative green infrastructure initiatives including the Water Challenge, Thrive Green Academy, Propeller Water Impact Accelerator, and NORA CAP business and workforce on-ramps.

• Discussion of Ordinance Cal. No. 33,867 on a public inventory of city-owned property to reduce blight
• Presentation by Propeller and Thrive New Orleans on green infrastructure programs (Water Challenge, Thrive Green Academy, Propeller Water Impact Accelerator, NORA CAP)
• Approval of minutes from August 29, 2022

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will discuss and potentially adopt the 2022 General Fund revenue forecast, based on 2021 unaudited actuals. The meeting also includes adoption of the Savings Fund Certification and a discussion of the 2023 General Fund revenue outlook.

• Revision and adoption of 2022 General Fund Revenue Forecast
• Discussion of 2021 Unaudited Actuals General Fund Revenue
• Adoption of Savings Fund Certification
• Discussion of 2023 General Fund Revenue Forecast

Public Works

The Public Works Committee will discuss a resolution for preliminary approval of $45 million in Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds and receive an update on Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads (JIRR) projects from contractors. The meeting also includes roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of resolution for preliminary approval of $45 million Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds
• Update on Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads (JIRR) roadwork activities with contractor appearances

Abcb Nuisance

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board holds a nuisance hearing to consider two cases: Saloon Promotions Inc. (Ugly Dog Saloon & BBQ) and Lock's Place LLC (Al's Bar) for selling alcohol without a current license and violating prior consent judgments. The board will also ratify a previous sales tax hearing.

• Hearing 02-22: Ugly Dog Saloon & BBQ at 401 Andrew Higgins Drive for delinquent ABO license and consent judgment violation
• Hearing 03-22: Al's Bar at 1333 South Saratoga Street for delinquent ABO license and consent judgment violation
• Ratification of August 16, 2022 sales tax hearing

The Board dismissed a violation of consent judgement charge for Saloon Promotions, Inc. and continued the remaining matter. Another hearing for Lock’s Place, LLC was continued to September 20, 2022.

• Dismissed Violation of Consent Judgement charge for Saloon Promotions, Inc. (4-0)
• Continued hearing for Saloon Promotions, Inc. (4-0)
• Continued hearing for Lock’s Place, LLC to 9/20/22
• Accepted ratification of 8-16-22 Sales Tax Hearing (4-0)

City Council

The Council will hear presentations regarding current mental health services and a new Mental Health Collaborative. The agenda also includes several zoning ordinances, utility communications from Entergy New Orleans, and various appointments and reappointments.

• Presentation on current mental health services led by Dr. Jennifer Avegno
• Introduction of a new Mental Health Collaborative with United Way of Southeast Louisiana
• Ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding outdoor live entertainment
• Zoning change for 7215 Zimple Street from HU-RD2 to HU-RM2
• Zoning amendment for the National World War II Museum to include 1032-1040 and 1042 Magazine Street

The Council adopted several zoning ordinances, including updates to outdoor live entertainment rules and the expansion of the National World War II Museum. It also approved funding for the New Orleans Recreation and Culture Fund and various community grants.

• Adopted Ord. No. 29157 to expand outdoor live entertainment events and amphitheater zoning
• Adopted Ord. No. 29159 to expand the National World War II Museum designation to include 1032-1040 and 1042 Magazine Street
• Adopted Ord. No. 29166 and 29167 to fund the New Orleans Recreation and Culture Fund
• Approved a text amendment to create a new temporary use category for Food Pop Up Vendor Hosts
• Approved expansion of Langston Hughes Academy to include adjacent Lot 51 with 22 provisos
• Adopted R-22-410 approving Entergy New Orleans, LLC costs related to Hurricane Zeta
• Approved community grants via Harrah’s and Cox Communications programs
• Adopted Ord. No. 29165 prohibiting bollards on Newton Street and MacArthur Boulevard

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee is meeting to discuss proposed amendments to city ordinances regarding blight and nuisance. The session includes presentations on problematic locations in each district and updates on the Lot Abatement and Mow to Own programs.

• Proposed amendments to city ordinances addressing blight and nuisance
• Presentation on problematic blight locations in each district
• Status update on the Lot Abatement Program
• Status update on the Mow to Own Program

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will hear a presentation on the mid-year budget ordinance and consider three ordinances adjusting city funds. The main item is a $40,089,000 transfer from personal services in several departments to other operating accounts. Also on the agenda are a $780,450 transfer for the French Quarter Economic Development District Trust Fund and a $7,000,000 appropriation to the New Orleans Recreation and Culture Fund.

• Ordinance Cal. No 33,858: $40,089,000 General Fund transfer from personal services of Police, Safety & Permits, and others to operating accounts of Sanitation, Fire, Health, and others
• Ordinance Cal. No 33,847: $780,450 transfer from Intergovernmental Revenues to French Quarter Economic Development District Trust Fund for NOPD, Public Works, and other departments
• Ordinances Cal. Nos 33,855 and 33,856: $7,000,000 transfer to New Orleans Recreation and Culture Fund for community grants
• Presentation on Mid-Year Budget Ordinance by CAO Gilbert Montaño and Sanitation's Matt Tori
• Budget reports including revenue collections, personnel spending forecast, and staffing report

Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions regarding Entergy New Orleans (ENO). These include the certification of costs related to Hurricane Zeta and the implementation of energy and resiliency plans.

• Resolution on Entergy New Orleans' Application for Certification of Costs Related to Hurricane Zeta (UD-21-02)
• Resolution for ENO's Energy Smart Implementation Plan for 2023-2025 (Docket UD-20-02)
• Resolution to open a rulemaking docket for energy efficiency, demand-side management, and distributed energy resources
• Resolution for guidance and a new procedural schedule in the System Resiliency and Storm Hardening Docket (UD-21-03)

Swbno Billing Ordinance Advisory

The SWBNO Billing Ordinance Advisory Committee will meet to consider Ordinance Calendar Number 33,832, which proposes new billing procedures for the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans. The meeting includes roll call and adjournment as procedural items.

• Consideration of Ordinance Calendar Number 33,832 to establish billing procedures for SWBNO

Governmental Affairs

The committee will receive updates on Lincoln Beach and emergency call downgrading. Members will discuss Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response (STAR) and consider several appointments to city commissions and boards.

• Lincoln Beach update from Department of Public Works and Lincoln Beach Advisory Committee
• Report on emergency calls downgrading by Council Public Safety Analyst Jeff Asher
• Discussion of Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response (STAR) with Director Morgan Lamandre
• Appointments to the Vieux Carré Commission, Crisis Intervention Strategy Taskforce, and City Planning Commission
• Appointments to the New Orleans Aviation Board and New Orleans Recreation Development Commission

Joint Uctt And Climate Committee

The Joint Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology and Climate Change and Sustainability Committee will hear presentations from Entergy New Orleans on unplanned outages in District A, a new bill assistance program, and the Grand Gulf Nuclear Station outage. The committee will also consider two resolutions: one to set a procedural schedule for Entergy's Renewable Clean Portfolio Standard Compliance Plan (2023-2025), and another to establish a 30-day comment period for a public DC fast-charging station project and related electric rate schedule modifications.

• Presentation - Unplanned Outages: Entergy New Orleans follow-up on recent outages in District A
• Presentation - Bill Assistance Program: Entergy New Orleans presents on program launched August 17
• Presentation - Grand Gulf Nuclear Station: Entergy provides information on recent outage
• Resolution R-22-392: Committee to consider commencing procedural schedule for ENO's RCPS Compliance Plan 2023-2025 (Docket UD-19-01)
• Resolution R-22-393: Committee to consider 30-day comment period for EV fast-charging station project and rate schedule modifications (Dockets UD-18-01 and UD-18-07)

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget Audit Board of Review is meeting to consider several ordinances appropriating federal and state funds for homeland security, education, and community recovery. The committee will also receive a mid-year budget update and discuss proposed pay plan amendments.

• Appropriating $1,748,384 and $1,749,401 in federal funds for NOHSEP radiological and nuclear detection equipment and salaries
• Appropriating $500,000 in state funds for the City Seats early childhood education program
• Appropriating $141,948 in state funds for the CDBG Disaster Recovery Long Term Community Recovery Program
• Transferring $116,000 from the Office of Youth and Families to the New Orleans Health Department for an alternative dispatch program
• Discussion of a 5% cost of living adjustment and hiring rate increases for classified city positions

Economic Development

The Economic Development & Special Development Projects Committee will hear presentations on vendor permitting and specific local projects. The body is reviewing recommendations for food pop-up permits and an ordinance related to the BioDistrict New Orleans.

• City Planning Commission recommendations on Food Pop Up Vendor Permits (ZD 052/22)
• Presentation on Ord. Cal. No. 33,844 regarding BioDistrict New Orleans
• Presentation from The New Orleans Music Museum board members

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will hear a presentation from faith leaders on peace initiatives, then discuss a proposed redesign of bike lanes in Algiers (R-22-48) with the Department of Public Works. The committee will also consider an ordinance that would bar certain protected bike lanes in Algiers and order their removal within a specified time.

• Presentation from New Orleans Faith Initiative on faith-based peace approaches
• Discussion with Department of Public Works on redesign of bike lanes in Algiers (R-22-48)
• Consideration of ordinance to bar protected bike lanes in Algiers and order removal

Public Works

The Public Works Committee will hear updates on traffic signal and street light repairs, roadwork under the Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads (JIRR) program, and trash/recycling collections including upcoming requests for proposals. The Sewerage and Water Board will report on grass maintenance and billing. A presentation on glass recycling partnership opportunities is also scheduled.

• Update on traffic signal and street light repairs by Department of Public Works
• Discussion of Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads (JIRR) projects and roadwork activities
• Sanitation update on curbside trash/recycling and upcoming RFPs for Service Area 1
• Sewerage and Water Board update on grass maintenance and billing
• Presentation by Glass Half Full on city involvement in glass recycling

Criminal Justice Committee

The committee will receive quarterly update reports from the Independent Police Monitor and the New Orleans Police Department, as required by Ordinance Calendar No. 33,724. The meeting includes roll call and adjournment.

• Quarterly update from the Independent Police Monitor (OIPM)
• Quarterly update from the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD)
• Both reports are required by Ord. Cal. No. 33,724

City Council

The City Council is reviewing utility resolutions regarding Entergy New Orleans, including reliability standards and storm recovery reserves. The body is also deciding on several zoning requests and appeals of Historic District Landmarks Commission decisions.

• Resolution R-22-369 to approve Entergy New Orleans' 2021 Triennial Integrated Resource Plan
• Resolution R-22-372 proposing electric distribution reliability standards and financial penalties
• Zoning Docket 32/22 for a childcare center at 4600 Flake Avenue
• Zoning Docket 49/22 for a bar in the Marigny/Tremé/Bywater Commercial District
• Proposed amendments to the Classified Pay Plan for service-wide increases and a 5% cost of living payment

The Council adopted several resolutions regarding Entergy New Orleans, including a triennial integrated resource plan and reliability performance standards. New ordinances were passed to establish city employee travel policies and authorize airport lease agreements. Multiple zoning and demolition appeals were also decided.

• Approved Entergy New Orleans' 2021 Triennial Integrated Resource Plan (R-22-369)
• Adopted minimum reliability performance standards for electric distribution with financial penalties (R-22-372)
• Approved ordinance requiring policies for essential and nonessential travel by city officials and employees (Ord. No. 29138)
• Approved lease agreements at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport with Kwik Service Electric, Inc. and AT&T Louisiana
• Granted demolition request for 722 Cadiz Street (M-22-367)
• Approved conditional use for a childcare center at 4600 Flake Avenue (M-22-368)
• Approved conditional use for a bar at Square 394, Lot 1 (M-22-377)
• Requested Sewerage and Water Board end collections and shutoffs for bills in dispute (R-22-362)

Criminal Justice

The committee will review quarterly update reports from various criminal justice stakeholders as detailed in Ord. Cal. No. 33,724. Presentations will be given by several city and judicial agencies.

• Quarterly Update Report per Ord. Cal. No. 33,724
• Presentations from OIPM, JJIC, NOPD, OPJC, DA, OPSO, and NOCC

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The committee will review the July 14, 2022, meeting minutes and receive a timeline update regarding the mid-year budget and second tranche of ARP funds. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss specific legal cases.

• Executive Session: The Council of the City of New Orleans v. Edward Wisner Donation, et al., Case No. 22-6765
• Executive Session: Zepporiah Edmonds v. Department of Public Works, Civil Service Commission Docket Nos. 8444, 8467 & 8485
• Mid-Year Budget & Second Tranche ARP Timeline Update

Joint Uctt And Climate Committee

The joint committee will discuss and vote on several resolutions and receive updates related to utility services. Key items include a resolution to stop sending delinquent Sewerage and Water Board customers to collection agencies, an update on gas arrears payments, and presentations on Entergy bill assistance and reliability standards.

• Resolution R-22-362 to stop SWBNO from sending delinquent bills to collection agencies
• Update on gas arrears payment program authorized by Resolution R-22-144
• Entergy New Orleans presentation on shareholder-funded bill assistance
• Resolution to implement distribution reliability standards for Entergy
• Resolution to establish a comment period on amending community solar rules

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will receive quarterly update reports from multiple criminal justice stakeholders, including the Office of Independent Police Monitor, Juvenile Justice Implementation Committee, NOPD, and others. The meeting also includes roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Quarterly Update Report from Criminal Justice Stakeholders per Ord. Cal. No. 33,724
• OIPM Presentation
• JJIC Presentation
• NOPD Presentation
• OPJC, DA, OPSO, and NOCC Presentations

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to suspend electric and gas service disconnections for nonpayment. The agenda also includes presentations from the new NOLA Public Schools superintendent and a Grammy-nominated band, along with several zoning ordinances and consent agenda items. A presentation on Lincoln Beach has been withdrawn.

• Resolution R-22-351 to suspend utility electric and gas service disconnections for nonpayment
• Cal. No. 33,787: Ordinance to create a new temporary use category for parklets in the zoning code
• Cal. No. 33,788-33,792: Zoning changes for medical clinics, a bar, a restaurant, and a light industrial district
• Appeals of Vieux Carré Commission denials for retaining work at 700 and 706 Bourbon Street
• Presentation by Dr. Avis Williams, new superintendent of NOLA Public Schools, on her entry plan

The City Council adopted ordinances to limit facial recognition technology to specific crimes and require judicial approval. The Council also approved a resolution suspending electric and gas service disconnections for nonpayment and established new staffing requirements for the NOPD Public Integrity Bureau.

• Adopted Resolution R-22-351 suspending utility electric and gas service disconnections for nonpayment
• Adopted Ord. No. 29127 limiting facial recognition technology to specific crimes and requiring judicial approval
• Adopted Ord. No. 29132 establishing staffing requirements for NOPD Public Integrity Bureau and Internal Affairs
• Adopted Ord. No. 29130 requiring Public Safety Agencies to submit monthly raw data in machine readable format
• Approved Ord. No. 29118 creating a temporary use category for 'parklets'
• Adopted Ord. No. 29131 to de-appropriate funds from several departments and appropriate them to Property Management
• Approved conditional use for a restaurant at 3224-3226 Magazine Street with 16 specific provisos
• Approved conditional use for a tire retail shop at 2657 Tulane Avenue

Economic Development

The Economic Development & Special Development Projects Committee is reviewing new rules and regulations for the Equitable Business Opportunities (EBO) Program. The committee will also receive a presentation from The Collaborative regarding DBE progress with the City of New Orleans.

• Presentation on new rules and regulations for the Equitable Business Opportunities (EBO) Program per Council Motion M-22-95
• Presentation by The Collaborative on DBE progress with the City of New Orleans

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will consider a motion to establish an advisory committee to evaluate ordinances related to Sewerage and Water Board billing policies. The committee will also vote on appointments to the Crisis Intervention Strategy Task Force, the New Orleans Aviation Board, and the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission. The meeting includes routine roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Motion to create SWBNO Billing Ordinance Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Dalton Savwoir to Crisis Intervention Strategy Task Force
• Appointment of Herman Jason Franklin to Crisis Intervention Strategy Task Force
• Appointment of John Thomas to Crisis Intervention Strategy Task Force
• Appointment of Gary Smith, Sr. to New Orleans Aviation Board

Joint Qol Econ Dev

The Joint Quality of Life and Economic Development and Special Development Projects Committees will hear presentations on the Department of Parks and Parkways' use of bond funds for greenspace enhancements and the Department of Sanitation's efforts to clear illegal dumping. They will also discuss a motion regarding outdoor live entertainment regulations.

• Presentation on Parks and Parkways' bond-funded tree installations, park infrastructure, and greenspace creation
• Presentation on Sanitation's efforts to remove illegal dumping and clear the current backlog
• Discussion of M-22-343 on Outdoor Live Entertainment regulations

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will review a resolution to have the Civil Service Commission conduct a job study for new police department civilian roles. The meeting also includes presentations on police response times, public health policing, and sexual violence response.

• Resolution to conduct a job study for new civilian positions within the Police Department
• Presentation on police response times by Jeff Asher of AH Datalytics
• Discussion on public health policing with LEAD and NAMI New Orleans
• Presentation of the Sexual Violence Response Advisory Committee 2022 Report

Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology Committee will consider a resolution directing Entergy New Orleans to suspend service disconnects for nonpayment through November 1, 2022. The committee will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Resolution R-22-___ to suspend Entergy New Orleans customer shutoffs for nonpayment until November 1, 2022
• Approval of minutes from July 12 and July 20, 2022 committee meetings

Iija Joint Council Legis Committee

The committee will receive presentations regarding energy, grid resilience, and aviation infrastructure. The meeting includes reports from Entergy New Orleans, the New Orleans Aviation Board, and community advocacy groups.

• Entergy New Orleans presentation on UD 21-03 docket
• Together New Orleans and Alliance for Affordable Energy presentation on grid resilience
• New Orleans Aviation Board presentation on infrastructure projects
• Committee for a Better New Orleans presentation on public outreach and engagement

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will meet to discuss the living conditions and relocation of residents at Oakmont Apartments. The agenda also includes presentations from Orleans parish school leaders regarding the upcoming school year.

• Relocation and living conditions of Oakmont Apartments residents
• Orleans parish schools plans and challenges for the upcoming school year

City Council

The New Orleans City Council is meeting to decide on several zoning ordinance changes, including a new Armstrong Park district, a hotel conditional use near Frenchmen Street, and mobile home park expansions. The consent agenda includes multiple budget amendments to appropriate FEMA and federal grant funds for storm recovery, police, and drug overdose investigations, as well as utility filings from Entergy New Orleans. A presentation on Lincoln Beach beautification is also scheduled.

• Zoning change to create OS-AR Armstrong Regional Park District for Louis Armstrong Park (Zoning Docket 11/22)
• Conditional use for a hotel over 10,000 sq ft at 1407-1411 Decatur Street and 500-504 Frenchmen Street (Zoning Docket 15/22)
• Ordinance to allow mobile home parks to expand number of homes on existing sites (Zoning Docket 23/22)
• Budget amendments to appropriate FEMA funds for Tropical Storm Cristobal and federal grants for Orleans Parish DA's Office drug overdose investigator
• Appeals of Historic District Landmarks Commission denials for demolitions at 722 Cadiz Street and 2509 Dauphine Street

The Council adopted several ordinances regarding zoning changes, land use, and the appropriation of federal grant funds for public safety and disaster recovery. It also approved various retention pay amendments for city employees and emergency HVAC procurement for a recreation center.

• Approved wireless franchise for TORO VERTICAL, LLC (Ord. 29092)
• Appropriated FEMA funds for Tropical Storm Cristobal personnel costs (Ord. 29102, 29103)
• Appropriated federal grants for a Coroner’s Office investigator for drug overdose cases (Ord. 29104, 29105)
• Created the New Orleans Recreation and Culture Fund (Ord. 29116)
• Approved $100,000 emergency procurement for HVAC systems at Cutoff Recreation Center
• Approved retention pay amendments for Police, Fire, and EMS personnel
• Granted zoning change for Armstrong Regional Park District (Ord. 29094)
• Approved lease with Russell & Shelton Company, LLC for Promenade Parade Ground (Ord. 29106)

Economic Development

The Economic Development & Special Development Projects Committee will review new rules for the Equitable Business Opportunities (EBO) Program. The body will also hear a presentation on DBE progress and discuss zoning for outdoor live entertainment.

• New rules and regulations for the Equitable Business Opportunities (EBO) Program (M-22-95)
• Presentation by The Collaborative regarding DBE progress
• Discussion of Outdoor Live Entertainment zoning motion (ZD 30-22, M-343)

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will consider several budget amendments, including a major reallocation of capital funds and multiple appropriations of federal grants. The committee will also discuss classified pay plan amendments for retention pay in various departments and a motion to authorize selection of professionals for property tax assessment appeals. An executive session is scheduled for two pending lawsuits against the city.

• Ordinance to de-appropriate $8,981,363 from NOPD, Property Management, and NORD and re-appropriate $8,364,280 to CAO, Property Management, and NORD
• Appropriation of $1,508 in FEMA funds for personnel costs from Tropical Storm Cristobal
• Appropriation of $50,000 in federal grant funds for a full-time Coroner's Office Investigator for fatal drug overdose investigations
• Three ordinances appropriating a total of $499,032 in Project Safe Neighborhood Grant funds to the Mayor's Office of OCJC
• Appropriation of $377,119 from NOPD's personal services to cover relocation expenses to the new Crime Lab

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will discuss an ordinance to distinguish bicycles from electric scooters and establish regulations for scooter use. The meeting also includes updates on RTA transit redesign and a presentation on bicycling safety.

• Ord. Cal. No. 33,745: Ordinance to regulate electric scooters and amend the Code of the City of New Orleans
• RTA transit system redesign process and Bus Rapid Transit study update
• Bicycling access and safety discussion led by Bike Easy

Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The New Orleans Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology Committee will meet on July 12, 2022. Items include an update on gas arrearages from Resolution R-22-144, a presentation from Entergy New Orleans on recent bill increases, and consideration of Ordinance Cal. No. 33,741 to grant Toro Vertical a franchise for wireless facilities in the public right-of-way. The committee will also approve minutes from a joint meeting with the Climate Change and Sustainability Committee.

• Update on gas arrearages authorized in Resolution R-22-144
• Presentation from Entergy New Orleans on causes of recent bill increases
• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,741 for Toro Vertical franchise to construct wireless facilities in public right-of-way
• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2022 joint meeting with Climate Change and Sustainability Committee

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will hear presentations on police response time assessments and a public health approach to policing. The committee will also review the Sexual Violence Response Advisory Committee 2022 Report and consider a resolution for a job study to create new civilian roles within the Police Department.

• Presentation on assessment of longer police response times by AH Datalytics
• Discussion of public health approach to policing with LEAD and NAMI representatives
• Presentation of Sexual Violence Response Advisory Committee 2022 Report
• Resolution for a job study to create new civilian positions within the Police Department

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to prohibit short-term rentals in certain small multi-family affordable units. The agenda also includes proposed amendments to the classified pay plan for EMS and Fire Department employees, as well as several board appointments.

• Ordinance to establish a Small Multi-family Affordable Short Term Rental Interim Zoning District
• Proposed $1,500 retention pay for EMTs and $4,500 for Paramedics after one year of service
• Proposed 5% pay increase for Fire Department employees in the Flying Squad or Rescue Squad
• Demolition permit application for 6009 Debore Drive, #22-18226-DEMO
• Permanent polling location changes for Precincts 06/07, 07/14, and 07/15

The City Council adopted an ordinance creating a new interim zoning district to ban short-term rentals in small multi-family affordable dwelling units across several districts. Other key actions included approving $135 million in refunding bonds and establishing new fines for unauthorized demolitions in historic districts.

• Adopted Ord. No. 29083 prohibiting short-term rentals in Small Multi-Family Affordable units
• Adopted Res. No. R-22-314 for the sale of up to $135 million in General Obligations Refunding Bonds
• Adopted Ord. No. 29089 and 29090 establishing fines for demolitions without certificates of appropriateness in HDLC and CBDHDLC jurisdictions
• Adopted Ord. No. 29082 requiring LEED Gold certification for new or rehabilitated public office buildings
• Adopted Ord. No. 29084 requiring Project Neighborhood Participation for certain zoning amendments
• Approved several board appointments, including Adonis Expose and Frank Quinn to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
• Adopted Res. No. R-22-310 condemning actions to abrogate reproductive health rights and restricting city funds from investigating abortions
• Approved temporary and permanent polling location changes for the November 8, 2022 election

Public Works

The committee will receive an update from the Department of Public Works regarding repairs to street lights and traffic signals. Additionally, a representative from the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans will provide an update on billing and grass maintenance.

• Update regarding traffic signals and street light repairs
• Update regarding S&WBNO grass maintenance and billing

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will review minutes from the June 16, 2022 meeting and consider various appointments. These appointments include positions for the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, the Board of Building Standards and Appeals, and the Delgado Albania Plantation Commission.

• Appointments to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board: Lisa Manning, Adonis Expose, Frank Quinn, and Nathan Lewis, Jr.
• Appointment of Cameron Duplantier to the Board of Building Standards and Appeals
• Appointment of Edwin Murray to the Delgado Albania Plantation Commission

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will hear presentations regarding apartment complex inspections, the Family Connects home visiting model, and services provided by The New Orleans Mission and CrescentCare. The committee will also discuss litigation in an executive session.

• Presentation on Office of Code Enforcement apartment complex inspection policies
• Presentation on Family Connects New Orleans postpartum home visiting model
• Presentation on New Orleans Mission emergency services and programs
• Presentation on CrescentCare health and wellness services
• Executive session regarding Herman, Herman & Katz, LLC, et al. v. Edward Wisner Donation litigation

City Council

The City Council meeting includes presentations for Title IX and the Up Stairs Lounge anniversary. The agenda also features several appointments to local boards and discussions regarding zoning amendments for city-wide parklets.

• Proposed text amendment to create a new 'parklets' temporary use category city-wide
• Appeal of a $5,000.00 fine for property at 1025 Bartholomew Street
• Reappointment of several members to the New Orleans Building Corporation
• Ratification of appointments to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
• Request for demolition of a structure at 1230 Webster Street

The Council established a new permitting program allowing restaurants and bars to use public parking spaces for additional seating. They also passed an ordinance prohibiting vehicular stunt activities and requiring public safety officials to provide quarterly updates to the Council.

• Adopted parklet permitting program for restaurants and bars (Ord. No. 29064)
• Approved zoning text amendment to create 'parklets' temporary use category
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting vehicular stunt activities (Ord. No. 29062)
• Required public safety officials to provide quarterly updates to Council (Ord. No. 29063)
• Approved $175,000 contract extension for AH Datalytics, LLC
• Approved conditional use for medical clinic at 5500-5530 Saint Claude Avenue
• Approved conditional use for medical clinic at 2519 Canal Street
• Denied zoning change from residential to commercial at 841 Bourbon Street

Economic Development

The committee will hear a presentation from Xavier University on its proposed medical school, academic expansions, and local economic impact. Finance New Orleans will provide updates on housing and development finance. Additionally, the committee will discuss parklets, including a pilot program, proposed permitting, and land use allowances, with an ordinance and zoning docket.

• Xavier University presentation on proposed medical school and economic impact
• Finance New Orleans housing and development finance updates
• Discussion of parklet pilot program, permitting, and land use
• Ordinance Calendar Number 33,738
• Zoning Docket 21/22

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will hear updates from the Orleans Parish Criminal Court, District Attorney, and Police Chief, then vote on three ordinances: requiring quarterly public safety reports from top justice officials, regulating surveillance technology, and banning vehicular stunt activities. The committee will also receive presentations on the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program and the Health Department's Sexual Violence Response Advisory Committee 2022 report.

• Discussion/Vote on Ordinance Cal. No. 33,724 requiring quarterly appearances by the police superintendent, district attorney, and criminal court judges before the City Council's Criminal Justice Committee
• Discussion/Vote on Ordinance Cal. No. 33,639 to amend regulations on the city's use of surveillance technology, with presentations from NOPD and Eye on Surveillance
• Discussion/Vote on Ordinance Cal. No. 33,718 to prohibit vehicular stunt activities and illegal speed contests
• Presentation on the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program, a public health approach diverting low-level offenders into case management
• Presentation and update from the Health Department on the Sexual Violence Response Advisory Committee 2022 Report

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will discuss new requirements for police and court officials to provide quarterly updates to the City Council. The committee will also consider amendments to city regulations regarding surveillance technology use and prohibitions on vehicular stunt activities.

• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,724: Requiring quarterly public safety updates from NOPD, DA, and judges
• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,639: Amending regulations for the City's use of surveillance technology
• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,718: Prohibiting vehicular stunt activities and illegal motor vehicle speed contests
• Presentation on Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program
• Health Department presentation on the Sexual Violence Response Advisory Committee 2022 Report

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several conditional use ordinances for hotels and a community center. The body is also discussing resolutions to achieve 100% renewable energy and prohibit underground carbon dioxide storage. Additionally, the council is considering multiple pay plan amendments for city employees.

• Proposed conditional use for hotels at 741-747 Saint Charles Avenue and 704-714 Baronne Street
• Proposed conditional use for a community center at 4336 Elysian Fields Avenue
• Resolution R-22-265 to establish a schedule for achieving 100% renewable and clean energy
• Resolution R-22-219 to prohibit underground storage of carbon dioxide
• Appeal of a $10,000 fine for unpermitted demolition at 4433-4435 Willow Street

The City Council approved emergency funding for traffic signal repairs and several zoning changes for hotels and commercial use. It also adopted new pay plans for city employees and established a domestic abuse fatality review team.

• Approved $9,119,887.44 for emergency traffic signal repair contracts
• Adopted updated pay plans for Equipment Maintenance, Police, Library, Health, and S&WB employees
• Approved conditional use for hotels at 741-747 St. Charles Ave and 704-714 Baronne St
• Created the New Orleans Abuse Fatality Review Team
• Approved a 'Clean Zone' for the 2022 Essence Festival (June 27-July 4)
• Denied conditional use for a commercial short-term rental at 731 St. Charles Ave, Unit 404
• Approved $10,000 fine for unpermitted demolition at 4433-4435 Willow Street
• Authorized Entergy New Orleans to hedge 2022-2023 winter natural gas requirements

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will meet to discuss and potentially adopt the 2022 General Fund Revenue Forecast. The agenda also includes roll call, adoption of previous minutes, and other matters.

• Adoption of minutes from March 30, 2022 Revenue Estimating Conference
• Discussion of 2022 General Fund Revenue Forecast

Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology Committee will consider resolutions regarding an agreement between SWBNO and ENO, as well as a gas hedging program. The committee will also review an ordinance for Toro Vertical to operate wireless facilities in the public right-of-way.

• Agreement in Principle between SWBNO and ENO for substation construction and rates
• 2022/2023 Gas Hedging program implementation request
• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,741 regarding Toro Vertical wireless facilities

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget Audit Board of Review is reviewing several ordinances to appropriate various city funds. The committee will also discuss requests to restore funding for streetlights and the Short Term Rental Office, and conduct a preliminary discussion on mid-year budget adjustments.

• Transfer of $900,000 to fund police recruitment initiatives via the NOPJF
• Transfer of $180,000 to the New Orleans Police Department for equipment and supplies
• Request to restore $1.2M to Department of Public Works for streetlight repair contracts
• Transfer of $68,600 to the Office of Workforce Development for Project Rebirth
• Transfer of $151,825 to the Office of Economic Development for water management industry development

Climate And Sustainability Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Committee will consider resolutions regarding 100% clean power for city facilities and a docket for increasing battery usage. The committee will also review a resolution to prohibit carbon capture and storage facilities in New Orleans.

• Resolution to establish a docket for 100% clean power for city facilities
• Resolution to establish a docket on increasing battery usage, including a 5-month pilot program request
• Resolution R-22-219 regarding the prohibition of CCS and CCUS facilities
• Presentation on Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure deployment

Public Works

The committee will discuss updates regarding Sewerage Water Board grass maintenance and ground transportation certificates. The meeting also includes discussions on sanitation collection services and Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads projects.

• Sewerage Water Board of New Orleans grass maintenance status
• Update on Chapter 162 Certificates of Public Necessity and Convenience
• Sanitation curbside collections and Service Area 2 RFPs
• Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads trim, sidewalk, and curb repairs
• Discussion of prime and subcontractor payments for JIRR projects

Quality Of Life

The committee is meeting to receive presentations from five different organizations regarding urban forestry, sustainable housing, environmental equity, and children's trauma care. No votes or legislative decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Sustaining Our Urban Landscape (SOUL) presentation on urban reforestation
• Green Light New Orleans presentation on sustainable home solutions
• Urban Conservancy presentation on urban environment and local economy
• Groundwork New Orleans presentation on physical environment management
• emPOWER NOLA Project presentation on children's trauma care

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will receive presentations on three topics: NORA's redevelopment plans for city-owned properties at 2312-14 Louisiana Avenue and 2600 South Broad Street, an overview of the Department of Public Works' Mobility and Safety Division, and an update on the Downtown Development District's comprehensive strategy. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.

• NORA redevelopment plans for 2312-14 Louisiana Ave and 2600 South Broad St for affordable housing and community development
• DPW Mobility & Safety Division overview including Complete Streets, ADA, and traffic sign maintenance
• DDD comprehensive strategy update on blight, public realm, homeless outreach, and public safety
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2022 meeting

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding fund transfers for the Lower Ninth Ward Main Street initiative and a Sewerage and Water Board power plant project. The committee will also consider resolutions for up to $50 million in new sewerage service revenue bonds.

• $20,000,000 transfer for Sewerage and Water Board Power Plant Project
• $250,000 transfer for Lower Ninth Ward Main Street initiative
• Resolution for up to $15,000,000 Eighth Supplemental Sewerage Service Revenue Bond
• Resolution for up to $35,000,000 in Sewerage Service Revenue Bonds
• Ordinance requiring monthly ARPA funding updates and a public dashboard

Joint Cj Cd

The joint criminal justice-community development committee will discuss police officer retention and morale, including a proposed 2% salary increase for officers with 3-23 years of service and staffing requirements for the NOPD Public Integrity Bureau. Also on the agenda: a ban on vehicular stunt activities, a restriction on spending for the Juvenile Justice Intervention Center pending council review, and a final recommended plan to address violent crime.

• Discussion with Police Association counsel on NOPD retention and morale
• Ordinance 33,713: 2% salary increase for commissioned police employees with 3-23 years service
• Ordinance 33,719: staffing requirements for NOPD Public Integrity Bureau
• Ordinance 33,718: prohibition of vehicular stunt activities and spectator restrictions
• Ordinance 33,722: restrict budget appropriations for Juvenile Justice Intervention Center until council review

Climate And Sustainability Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Committee will receive presentations on the approach for resolutions for Gordon Plaza residents, including the city administration's course of action, the status of lawsuits and judgments, and the federal government's plans for assistance. The meeting also includes roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Presentation on city administration's course of action for Gordon Plaza by Gilbert Montano, Jabarie Walker, and Cheryn Robles
• Status of lawsuits and judgments presented by City Attorney Donesia Turner
• Federal government's plans for assisting with a resolution for residents by a U.S. EPA representative

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several land use items, including appeals regarding building demolitions and additions in historic districts. The agenda also includes proposals for sports wagering at the Fair Grounds Race Course and various conditional use permits.

• Ordinance to allow sports wagering at the Fair Grounds Race Course
• Conditional use for a hotel at 749 Saint Charles Avenue
• Conditional use for retail of packaged alcoholic beverages at 2137-2139 Baronne Street
• Appeal regarding the demolition of a rear service cottage at 1492 Moss Street
• Appeal regarding new construction at 2230 Magazine Street

The City Council overrode a mayoral veto to call for a November 8, 2022, election regarding Council approval of mayoral appointments. The Council also approved a right to counsel for tenants facing eviction and several zoning changes for commercial and hotel uses.

• Overruled Mayor's veto on Ordinance No. 28,999 M.C.S. regarding appointment election (5-2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 29019 M.C.S. providing right to counsel for tenants facing eviction
• Approved sports wagering at Fair Grounds Race Course (Ord. No. 29011 M.C.S.)
• Approved conditional use for hotel at 749 Saint Charles Avenue (Ord. No. 29013 M.C.S.)
• Approved conditional use for hotel at 741-747 Saint Charles Avenue (M-22-212)
• Approved conditional use for hotel at 704-714 Baronne Street and 828 Girod Street (M-22-209)
• Approved $15M in Revenue Notes for a new SWBNO substation (Ord. No. 29029 M.C.S.)
• Waived building permit fees for non-structural repairs from March 22, 2022 tornadoes (Ord. No. 29028 M.C.S.)

Economic Development

The Economic Development & Special Development Projects Committee will hear a presentation from city officials on the Plan for Generational Economic Transformation. The committee will also receive an update from Churchill Downs Inc. on its 5-year capital plan for the Fair Grounds and neighborhood security patrols. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of presentations and discussion.

• Presentation on the Plan for Generational Economic Transformation by Chief Administrative Officer Gilbert Montaño and Office of Economic Development Director Jeffrey Schwartz
• Update from Churchill Downs Inc. on Fair Grounds 5-year capital plan and required security patrols to address neighborhood concerns
• Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2022 committee meeting

Public Works

The Public Works Committee is holding a meeting that includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and a major presentation on Hurricane Awareness and Response. Multiple agencies, including the RTA, Department of Public Works, NOPD, Sanitation, NOHSEP, Health Department, SWBNO, and Entergy, are scheduled to present their hurricane preparedness plans.

• Presentation on Hurricane Awareness & Response by multiple agencies
• RTA Hurricane Preparedness Presentation
• SWBNO Hurricane Preparedness Presentation
• Entergy Hurricane Preparedness Presentation
• Approval of minutes from March 31, 2022

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will review an ordinance to limit the authority of emergency executive orders. The committee will also consider updating election precinct boundaries and street names.

• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,671 regarding limiting emergency executive orders authority
• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,679 regarding election precinct updates and street name changes
• Appointments to the New Orleans Building Corporation
• Appointments to the Audubon Commission

City Council (Special Meeting)

The City Council is holding a special meeting to investigate procurement practices involving the Mayor’s Office of Utilities and Smart+Connected NOLA. The body is also considering resolutions regarding the Office of Inspector General and Wisner Trust proceeds, as well as budget amendments for a new SWBNO substation.

• Investigation into Smart+Connected NOLA and public Wi-Fi deployment procurement
• Resolution R-22-203 requesting OIG investigation into Smart+Connected NOLA and Forward Together New Orleans
• Resolution R-22-202 to prohibit disbursement of Wisner Trust proceeds pending legal resolutions
• Cal. No. 33,705 and 33,706 to reappropriate ARPA funds for a new Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) substation

The City Council adopted resolutions requesting an Inspector General investigation into smart city procurement and prohibiting Wisner Trust disbursements pending legal resolutions. The Council also called for securing the Mississippi River bank near the Crescent City Connection. Two ordinances regarding ARPA funds for a SWBNO substation were continued to May 5, 2022.

• Adopted R-22-203: Requested OIG investigate smart city RFP procurement and funds awarded to nongovernmental agencies
• Adopted R-22-202: Prohibited disbursement of Wisner Trust proceeds pending resolution of legality issues
• Adopted R-22-204: Called for partner agencies to secure the Mississippi River bank near the Crescent City Connection in Algiers
• Continued CAL. NO. 33,705 to 5/5/22: Transfer of General Fund appropriations to Department of Fire for SWBNO substation
• Continued CAL. NO. 33,706 to 5/5/22: Reappropriation of ARPA funds for SWBNO substation

Community Development

The committee will hold a hearing regarding Ordinance Cal. No. 33,682 to amend the City Code to provide a right to counsel for tenants in New Orleans City Courts. The meeting also includes discussions on code enforcement and the Royal Street Pedestrian Mall.

• Hearing on Ordinance Cal. No. 33,682 regarding legal counsel for tenants facing eviction
• Discussion of city-wide property code enforcement issues
• Presentation on the Royal Street Pedestrian Mall involving various stakeholders
• NORDC presentation on summer events and opportunities

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a proposal for a new parklet permitting program and a charter amendment regarding mayoral appointments. The agenda also includes various land use requests, pay plan amendments for library and crime scene staff, and appeals of historic district decisions.

• Ordinance to create a Parklet permitting program for commercial seating
• Charter amendment requiring Council approval for certain mayoral appointments
• Pay plan amendments for Library Associate and Librarian positions
• Zoning change request for 1720-1722 Washington Avenue
• Conditional use request for a community center at 4336 Elysian Fields Avenue

The City Council approved a call for a November 8, 2022, election to amend the Home Rule Charter regarding mayoral appointments. The body also approved several zoning changes, a name change for a city park, and an investigation into procurement practices at the Mayor’s Office of Utilities.

• Adopted Ord. No. 28999 M.C.S. calling for a Nov. 8, 2022 election to amend Home Rule Charter on mayoral appointments
• Adopted Ord. No. 29008 M.C.S. renaming the park within Tivoli Circle to Harmony Circle
• Adopted Res. No. R-22-201 commencing an investigation into procurement practices at the Mayor’s Office of Utilities
• Adopted Ord. No. 29000 M.C.S. granting Affordable Housing Planned Development at 618-626 South Tonti Street
• Adopted Ord. No. 29001 M.C.S. establishing conditional use for a restaurant at 3701-3711 Magazine Street
• Adopted Ord. No. 29004 M.C.S. classifying animal hospitals as permitted use in HU-B1A districts citywide
• Adopted Ord. No. 29005 M.C.S. authorizing public auction of property at 6303 Bellaire Drive
• Adopted Ord. No. 29006 M.C.S. authorizing Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Jefferson Parish for a flashing beacon

Governmental Affairs

The committee will review a report regarding short-term rental interpretations and a presentation on commercial STR permitting. The agenda also includes a presentation on Ordinance Cal. No. 33,625 and an appointment for the Industrial Development Board.

• Short Term Rental Interpretation Report (Per R-22-191)
• Commercial STR Permitting Presentation
• Presentation on Ord. Cal. No. 33,625
• Appointment of Ernest Gethers to the Industrial Development Board

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget Audit Board of Review is reviewing CAO/Finance reports on revenue, personnel spending, and operating balances. The committee is also discussing the status of the 2020 Annual Audit and potential funding for the Sullivan Substation.

• Ordinance 33,689: Requesting monthly budget reports on all Operating Fund balances
• Ordinance 33,690: Requesting monthly reports on Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) for all Operating Funds
• Discussion of $30M in ARP funds for the Sewerage and Water Board Substation
• Ordinances 33,691 and 33,692: Transferring $20,000,000 for the SWB Power Plant project
• Ordinances 33,693 and 33,694: Proposed $250,000 transfer for Lower Ninth Ward Main Street (withdrawn)

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will consider an ordinance regarding the city's use of surveillance technology. The committee will also vote on exempting certain juvenile justice and maintenance staff from the city's domicile requirement.

• Vote on Calendar No. 33,633 regarding residency exemptions for juvenile detention and repair staff
• Discussion and vote on amending City Code Section 147-2 regarding surveillance technology
• Presentation on quarterly Criminal Justice Trends by AH Datalytics
• Presentation from Vera Institute regarding public safety investments outside of policing

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will vote on two ordinances: a lease agreement at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport with Steven Sallinger, and a cooperative endeavor agreement with Parking Facilities Corporation. The committee will also receive updates on RTA operations and capital projects, a proposed rail system between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, and recent airport passenger activity and air service.

• Ordinance to approve lease at Louis Armstrong Airport with Steven Sallinger
• Ordinance to approve cooperative endeavor with Parking Facilities Corporation
• Update on RTA operations and capital projects
• Discussion on New Orleans-Baton Rouge rail system
• Update on airport passenger activity and air service

Public Works

The Public Works Committee will vote on City Council Motion M-22-148 (Councilmember Helena Moreno) regarding a merger between the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) and the Department of Public Works (DPW). The committee will also discuss proposed amendments to Chapter 162 concerning Commercial Permits for Non-Consent (CPNCs) and receive updates on curbside collections and upcoming Service Area 2 RFPs from the Department of Sanitation. An update on streetlight repairs from the Department of Public Works is also scheduled.

• Vote on Motion M-22-148 (SWBNO/DPW merger)
• Discussion of Chapter 162 amendments (CPNCs) with Gene Alleman & Jason Coleman
• Update on curbside collections and Service Area 2 RFPs (Department of Sanitation)
• Update on streetlight repairs (Department of Public Works)

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will consider an ordinance calling for a November 8, 2022 election on a charter amendment that would require Council approval of mayoral appointees to head city offices. The committee will also discuss a resolution supporting increased Council oversight of the Sewerage & Water Board and an ordinance limiting the mayor's power to suspend certain code provisions. Additionally, the committee will vote on appointments to over a dozen boards and commissions.

• Ord. Cal. No. 33,625: Election on charter amendment requiring Council approval of mayoral appointees
• Resolution R-22-150: Expressing support for state legislation to increase Council oversight of SWBNO
• Ord. Cal. No. 33,671: Ordinance to limit mayor's power to suspend Article X of Chapter 2 of city code
• Appointments to 20 boards including Board of Liquidation, Board of City Trusts, Vieux Carre Commission, and others
• Other Business: Discussion of Emergency Orders

Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The committee will review proposals regarding Entergy New Orleans storm reserves and residential gas arrearages. Members will also consider ordinances related to campaign contribution prohibitions and pipeline franchise agreements.

• Presentation by Entergy New Orleans on animal-related outages from March 2021
• Resolution to initiate a docket on ENO's storm reserve fund replenishment proposal
• Resolution to reduce gas arrearages for residential customers
• Ordinance 33,637 prohibiting campaign contributions from regulated utilities and city contractors
• Ordinance 33,653 regarding the Energy Transfer Geismar Oleins underground pipeline system

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will meet to discuss Council Resolution R-22-48. The meeting includes presentations from the Department of Public Works and several community organizations.

• Council Resolution R-22-48
• Presentation by Dept. of Public Works
• Presentation by Bike Easy
• Presentation by Our Streets Our Choice
• Presentation by Algiers Street Riders

City Council

The City Council will vote on several land-use items, including a conditional use permit for a bar over 3,000 square feet at 2600-2602 Chartres Street in the Marigny, with proposed operating hours and noise restrictions. The council will also consider demolition requests for properties at 1233-35 St. Bernard Avenue and 2131 Elysian Fields Avenue, and appeals of Historic District Landmarks Commission decisions on properties at 5718 St. Charles Avenue and 1025 Henry Clay Avenue. Consent agenda items include budget amendments to appropriate federal funds for workforce development and gas utility assistance.

• Conditional use for a bar over 3,000 sq ft at 2600-2602 Chartres Street (ZD 110/21) with proposed hours and 19 additional provisos
• Demolition request for 1233-35 St. Bernard Avenue (Council District C)
• Demolition request for 2131 Elysian Fields Avenue (Council District D)
• Appeal of HDLC denial for a porte-cochere addition at 5718 St. Charles Avenue
• Budget amendments to appropriate ARPA funds for gas utility assistance and federal dislocated worker funds for Hurricane Ida recovery

The Council adopted several ordinances to allocate ARPA funds for gas utility assistance and $650,000 to return funds to crime victims charged for retrieving stolen property. Multiple conditional use permits for businesses and residential demolitions were approved. The Council also authorized cooperative agreements for the Lafitte Greenway and the Carrollton Power Plant.

• Approved $650,000 to return funds to crime victims (Ord. No. 28970 & 28971)
• Approved ARPA funds for residential gas utility assistance (Ord. No. 28981 & 28982)
• Approved conditional use for a bar at 2600-2602 Chartres Street with 25 provisos
• Approved conditional use for a hotel at 823-843 Camp Street (Ord. No. 28975)
• Approved demolition of 1233-35 St. Bernard Avenue and 2131 Elysian Fields Avenue
• Approved text amendment to allow animal hospitals in HU-B1A districts citywide
• Approved agreement for Lafitte Greenway recreational use (Ord. No. 28976)
• Approved agreement to improve Carrollton Power Plant resiliency (Ord. No. 28978)

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget Audit Board of Review is discussing several budget transfers to restrict spending and allow for Council review. The body is also considering appropriations for gas utility assistance and crime victim recovery.

• Ordinances 33,654 and 33,655: Transfer $5,000,000 in ARPA funds for gas utility assistance programs
• Ordinance 33,657: Proposed transfer of $7,713,918 from Department of Public Works to Miscellaneous Programs
• Ordinances 33,623 and 33,624: Transfer $150,000 to return funds to crime victims charged to retrieve stolen property
• Ordinances 33,635 and 33,636: Transfer $1,248,139 in state grant funds for the National Disaster Dislocated Worker Grant Program
• Ordinance 33,640: Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the City, NORD, and Friends of Lafitte Greenway

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several zoning ordinances, including requests for a fast food restaurant and a hotel. The body is also considering amendments to the Classified Pay Plan for human services, library, and police personnel.

• Proposed conditional use for a fast food restaurant at 3421 South Claiborne Avenue
• Proposed conditional use for a hotel at 823-843 Camp Street
• Amendments to Classified Pay Plans for Human Services, Library, and Police Referral Pay
• Demolition permit applications for 1233-35 St. Bernard Avenue and 2131 Elysian Fields Avenue
• Resolution R-22-96 to eliminate cannabis testing for pre-employment and termination

The Council adopted several ordinances regarding zoning for fast food, alcohol sales, and affordable housing. It also established operational and reporting requirements for the NOPD Crime Laboratory and created the Victim's Bill of Rights Fund.

• Approved operational and reporting requirements for NOPD Crime Laboratory (Ord. No. 28953)
• Established Victim's Bill of Rights Fund (Ord. No. 28962)
• Approved conditional use for fast food restaurant at 3421 South Claiborne Avenue (Ord. No. 28955)
• Approved conditional use for retail sale of packaged alcoholic beverages at 6508 Spanish Fort Boulevard (Ord. No. 28956)
• Approved affordable housing planned development at 618-620 South Tonti Street (M-22-121)
• Approved sports wagering at Fair Grounds Race Course (M-22-128)
• Approved renaming Louisa Street (blocks 2700-4200) to Johnny Jackson Jr. Boulevard (Ord. No. 28954)
• Adopted resolution to eliminate cannabis testing for pre-employment and termination (R-22-96)

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will hear a presentation regarding City Council Motion M-22-114. The body will also hear from crime victims and advocates regarding the formation of a Trauma Recovery Center in New Orleans.

• Motion M-22-114 regarding DBE classification for formerly incarcerated persons
• Presentation on forming a Trauma Recovery Center by Simone Levine, Ariel Jeanjacques, Rose Preston, and Ernest Johnson

Public Works

The committee will receive updates on curbside collections and upcoming Service Area 2 RFPs. The meeting also includes presentations regarding Sewerage Water Board of New Orleans billing issues and updates on Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads projects.

• Discussion on curbside collections and Service Area 2 RFPs
• SWBNO presentation regarding billing issues and quarterly report
• Update on Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads (JIRR) projects

Quality Of Life

The Quality of Life Committee will hear presentations regarding Health Department COVID-19 initiatives for Mardi Gras and the Downtown Development District's comprehensive strategy. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 27, 2022, meeting.

• Presentation on Health Department COVID-19 initiatives for Mardi Gras
• Presentation on Downtown Development District (DDD) comprehensive strategy regarding blight, public safety, and homeless outreach

Economic Development

The Economic Development & Special Development Projects Committee will review a motion regarding the Equitable Business Opportunities Program. Members will also discuss a resolution to remove cannabis testing from Civil Service Commission regulations and review NOLA YouthWorks 2022 summer programming.

• Council Motion M-22-95 regarding the Equitable Business Opportunities Program
• Council Resolution R-22-96 to eliminate cannabis testing in Civil Service Commission regulations
• Presentation on NOLA YouthWorks 2022 Summer Programming

Utility Cable Telecom And Tech

The Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology Committee will review a resolution regarding Entergy New Orleans' application to incur more debt. The body will also hear presentations on customer billing increases and the 2021 Mardi Gras outage investigation.

• Resolution to approve Entergy New Orleans (ENO) application to incur additional debt
• Presentation by Entergy New Orleans on customer billing increases
• Presentation on the investigation into Winter Storm Uri and resulting outages
• Update from the Council Utilities Regulatory Office (CURO) on initiatives and staff expansion

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a $30 million transfer of ARPA funds for a new Sewerage and Water Board substation, establishment of a Victim's Bill of Rights Fund with $150,000, and a citywide minimum wage increase to $15 per hour. The committee will also discuss budget reports and pay plan amendments.

• Transfer $30,000,000 from ARPA funds to build a new SWBNO substation for Entergy power (Ordinances 33,618 & 33,619)
• Establish Victim's Bill of Rights Fund with $150,000 to reimburse crime victims charged to retrieve stolen property (Ordinances 33,622-33,624)
• Waive fines and fees for vehicles impounded due to certain criminal offenses (Ordinance 33,616)
• Adopt citywide minimum wage of $15 per hour via pay plan amendments (M-22-90)
• Rollover 2021 Capital Budget with de-appropriation total of $3,651,452 (Ordinance 33,579)

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will consider appointments to the Board of Zoning Adjustments, Municipal Yacht Harbor Management Corporation, and NORA. The committee will also discuss programming to curb juvenile recidivism.

• Appointment of Jose Alvarez to the Board of Zoning Adjustments
• Appointment of six members to the Municipal Yacht Harbor Management Corporation
• Appointment of John Pouciau to NORA
• Discussion on programming to curb juvenile recidivism

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will hear presentations from InspireNOLA Charter Schools, Silverback Society, Heroes of New Orleans, Youth Employment Project, and the Louisiana Center for Children’s Rights. No votes or ordinances are scheduled.

• Presentation by InspireNOLA Charter Schools
• Presentation by Silverback Society
• Presentation by Heroes of New Orleans
• Presentation by Youth Employment Project
• Presentation by Louisiana Center for Children’s Rights

Criminal Justice

The committee is hearing presentations on how various community organizations can assist in reducing crime. Discussions include the roles of youth programs, faith-based communities, and neighborhood involvement.

• Presentation by Bro. Hakim Kashif on Thrive's youth programs
• Discussion with Pastor Jacques Williams (Crossing Jordan Christian Fellowship) and Robert Brown (Ray Avenue Baptist Church) on faith-based crime reduction
• Presentation by Ronald Ducote on neighborhood involvement in reducing crime

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning changes, conditional use permits, and pay plan amendments. Notable items include a proposal to expand outdoor live entertainment in the AC-1 Arts and Culture Overlay District, a conditional use for a medical clinic at 1320 North Broad Street, and an amendment for an outdoor amphitheater at 600 North Broad Street. The council will also vote on pay plan amendments for fire and police departments.

• Zoning change from single-family to two-family at 6110-6112 Baccich Street (Cal. 33,593)
• Conditional use for medical clinic over 5,000 sq ft at 1320 North Broad Street (Cal. 33,594)
• Expansion of outdoor live entertainment authorization in AC-1 Arts and Culture Overlay District (Cal. 33,595)
• Amendment for outdoor amphitheater at 600 North Broad Street (Cal. 33,596)
• Conditional use for multi-family dwelling at 3801 Dauphine Street (Cal. 33,597)

The Council adopted several ordinances for zoning changes and conditional uses, including a new category for 'convenience centers' and 'cemeteries' in MU-1 districts. It also approved $4.6 million in reserve funds for three school-related sites and established a joint committee for IIJA infrastructure projects.

• Approved $4.6M reserve disbursement for Center for Resilience, Travis Hill School, and Office of Student Support
• Adopted zoning change to S-RD for 6110-6112 Baccich Street (Ord. No. 28931)
• Approved conditional use for medical clinic at 1320 North Broad St and 2558-2562 Esplanade Ave (Ord. No. 28932)
• Approved text amendment to permit 'cemetery' as a use in MU-1 districts
• Approved text amendment to create 'convenience centers' or 'waste and recycling drop-off centers' citywide
• Denied demolition appeals for 701 Cadiz Street and 2326 Robert Street
• Approved emergency temporary polling location changes for specified precincts
• Created the IIJA Joint Council and Legislative Committee for infrastructure project dialogue

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will continue presentations regarding violent crime from the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office and the Police Association of New Orleans. The committee will also receive an update from Gordon Plaza residents and hold an executive session to discuss three specific legal cases.

• Violent crime presentations by Sheriff Marlin Gusman and PANO President Michael Glasser
• Update from Gordon Plaza Residents
• Executive session discussion regarding Lashawn Jones, et al v. Marlin Gusman, et al
• Executive session discussion regarding Herman, Herman & Katz v. Edward Wisner Donation
• Executive session discussion regarding United States of America v. City of New Orleans

Quality Of Life

The committee will discuss a text amendment to create a new 'convenience centers' use category in zoning districts. This initiative aims to reduce illegal dumping and improve hurricane debris collection. The meeting also includes presentations on COVID-19 updates and homeless outreach initiatives.

• Text amendment for new 'convenience centers' or 'waste and recycling drop-off centers' use category
• Presentation on COVID-19 infection and vaccination information
• Presentation on homeless initiatives and encampment cleaning
• Approval of June 17, 2021 meeting minutes

Public Works

The Public Works, Sanitation, and Environmental Committee will receive updates on Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads (JIRR) projects citywide and discuss curbside collections and upcoming Service Area 2 RFPs. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and roll call.

• Update on Joint Infrastructure Recovery Roads (JIRR) projects citywide
• Discussion on curbside collections and upcoming Service Area 2 RFPs

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Committee will discuss State Representative Jason Hughes' proposal regarding State RICO Statute expansion to address violent crime. The meeting also includes discussions on parental restitution for juvenile property crimes and various presentations on juvenile justice and supervision programs.

• Discussion of State RICO Statute Expansion to Address Violent Crime
• Discussion on Parental Restitution for Juvenile Property Crimes Bill
• NORD 2022 summer programmatic plan overview
• Presentation on effective responses to juvenile crime in New Orleans
• Discussion on the ASAP Release GPS program accountability

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Committee will continue presentations regarding violent crime from the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office and the Police Association of New Orleans. The committee will also receive an update from Gordon Plaza residents and hold an executive session to discuss three specific legal cases.

• Violent crime presentations by Sheriff Marlin Gusman and PANO President Michael Glasser
• Update from Gordon Plaza Residents
• Executive session regarding Lashawn Jones, et al v. Marlin Gusman, et al
• Executive session regarding Herman, Herman & Katz v. Edward Wisner Donation
• Executive session regarding United States of America v. City of New Orleans

Economic Development

The Economic Development & Special Projects Committee met to hear presentations from Greater New Orleans, Inc. on their 2022 initiatives including the StartupNOLA portal and GNOwind Alliance Action Plan, and from the New Orleans Business Alliance on the Resilient Corridors Initiative. The committee also approved minutes from the November 30, 2021 meeting and adjourned.

• Presentation from GNO Inc. on 2022 initiatives (StartupNOLA.com, GNOwind Alliance Action Plan)
• Presentation from NOLABA on Resilient Corridors Initiative
• Speaker comment from Robert Rivard
• Approval of minutes from November 30, 2021 meeting
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (5-0)

Budget Audit Board Of Review

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee is reviewing budget reports and proposed amendments to the Classified Pay Plan. The body is also discussing litigation in an executive session. Several items, including a capital budget rollover ordinance, have been deferred.

• M-22-60: Classified Pay Plan amendments for Fire Department 911 Liaison Officer and Supervisor
• M-22-61: Classified Pay Plan amendments for Police Department special rates of pay
• Ordinance Cal. No. 33,579: Rollover Capital Ordinance with de-appropriation total of $3,651,452 (Deferred)
• Budget reports on personnel spending, revenue collections, and operating expenses
• Executive session regarding litigation: Lashawn Jones v. Marlin Gusman, The Edward Wisner Donation, and 1031 Canal LLC v. Kristin Gisleson Palmer

City Council (Special Meeting)

The City Council scheduled a special meeting to host a presentation titled 'A Working Dialogue with Criminal Justice System Stakeholders.' The session includes representatives from the District Attorney’s Office, Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office, and various judicial and community groups.

• Presentation: A Working Dialogue with Criminal Justice System Stakeholders

The Council conducted a presentation featuring stakeholders from the criminal justice system, including the District Attorney's Office and various courts. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Transportation Committee

The New Orleans Transportation Committee will meet to receive presentations on the New Orleans Parklets Program (Ordinance 33,588) and the New Orleans Pedicabs Program (Ordinance 33,583). The committee will also hear an update from the Regional Transit Authority on infrastructure and grants. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and routine roll call.

• Presentation on New Orleans Parklets Program (Ord. 33,588)
• Presentation on New Orleans Pedicabs Program (Ord. 33,583)
• RTA Infrastructure and Grants Updates by Deputy CEO Lona Edwards Hankins
• Approval of minutes from September 29, 2021 meeting