Orleans Parish public meetings in 2025

ABO Nuisance

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of the City of New Orleans is meeting to ratify the sales tax hearing held on December 22, 2025. The agenda contains no other substantive items, contracts, or ordinances.

• Ratification of 12-22-25 Sales Tax Hearing

ABCB Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is conducting a sales tax hearing regarding multiple permittees. The board will address allegations of selling alcohol without a valid license due to delinquent ABO status.

• Hearing for Brewery Saint X and Devil Moon BBQ (1100 Girod Street) regarding 12 months of delinquent ABO
• Hearing for Bijou Restaurant (1014 North Rampart Street) regarding 12 months of delinquent ABO
• Hearing for PJ’s (840 Saint Charles Avenue) regarding 12 months of delinquent ABO
• Hearing for Cornet (700 Bourbon Street) regarding 42 months of delinquent ABO
• Hearing for Soule Café (2549 Banks Street) regarding 42 months of delinquent ABO

Public Works, Sanitation, and Environmental Committee

The Orleans Parish Public Works, Sanitation, and Environmental Committee will discuss the status and urgency of procurement for the Lead Service Line Replacement Program. Representatives from SWBNO are scheduled to present on this topic. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion on status and urgency of procurement for the Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Presentation by representatives of SWBNO regarding lead service lines
• Approval of minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting

Climate Change and Sustainability Committee

The Climate Change and Sustainability Committee will meet to discuss two resolutions. These items involve expanding distributed energy resources and establishing metrics to evaluate resilience investments.

• Resolution R-25-669 regarding Distributed Energy Resources Program expansion
• Resolution R-25-664 regarding resilience reporting and metric adoption
• Establishment of pole metrics and resilience reporting requirements

Governmental Affairs Committee

The Governmental Affairs Committee will vote on amendments to multiple city service contracts, including a six-month sanitation agreement with IV Waste, LLC for the French Quarter and Downtown. The body will also vote on ordinances to update fees for non-consensual towing and to adjust rates for metered parking on city streets. Additionally, the committee will discuss a proposed contract with TCP Security Solutions for permanent gates on Bourbon Street.

• Ordinance Cal. No. 35,303 to amend rates for metered parking on city streets
• Ordinance Cal. No. 35,302 to align non-consensual towing fees with Louisiana Public Service Commission rates
• New six-month sanitation contract with IV Waste, LLC for Area 5 (French Quarter and Downtown) with a maximum payable of $3,443,303.00
• Amendment to G.E.C., Inc. agreement for Agricultural Street Landfill Redevelopment, reducing maximum compensation to $1,993,751.79
• Discussion of proposed contract with TCP Security Solutions for permanent gates along Bourbon Street

Joint Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology and Climate Change and Sustainability Committee

The Orleans Parish Joint Committee will review updates on the Delta Utilities gas acquisition and Entergy New Orleans (ENO) reliability. The body will consider resolutions regarding ENO's 2025 financing authorization, the 2024 Integrated Resource Plan, and the Energy Smart Program. Additionally, the committee will vote on the appointment of legal, technical, and administrative advisors for utility regulatory matters.

• Resolution to order a new review of asset management systems by utility advisors and an updated report from Quanta Technologies
• Resolution for approval of ENO's 2025 financing plan to issue new first mortgage bonds, debt securities, and preferred securities
• Resolution accepting ENO's 2024 Integrated Resource Plan filing as in compliance with rules
• Resolution to approve implementation plans for Energy Smart Program Years 16-18 (2026-2028)
• Motions to appoint Dentons US LLP, Legend Consulting Group, and specific administrative hearing officers as utility advisors

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The City Planning Commission meets on December 8, 2025, to review 21 items including new and unfinished zoning variances, extension requests, and appeals of Safety and Permits decisions. The agenda includes specific property addresses and applicants for each case, with staff reports and dispositions attached where available. One item, BZA107-25, is noted as rendered moot, and another, BZA079-25, has a modified recommendation.

• BZA054-25: Variance request for 509 Exposition Boulevard
• BZA105-25: Variance request for 241-41 Bourbon Street
• BZA110-25: Appeal for 1037-1039 Broadway Street
• BZA079-25: Deferral recommendation modified for 2212 S. Claiborne Avenue
• BZA107-25: Appeal for 1905 Bordeaux Street rendered moot

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will consider several zoning changes, property exchanges with NORA, and a study on short-term rentals. The meeting includes requests for conditional uses for a hotel, a restaurant, and alcohol sales.

• Property exchange between the City and NORA involving 2021 Danneel St. and five other properties
• Zoning amendment to codify eligibility and requirements for small multi-family affordable developments
• Conditional use for retail sale of packaged alcoholic beverages at 2037 North Broad Street
• Conditional use for a hotel over 5,000 square feet at 2701 Washington Avenue
• Presentation of findings regarding commercial short-term rentals and transient lodging

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will discuss the 2026 General Fund revenue forecast. The body is scheduled to adopt an amended version of the official 2026 revenue forecast.

• Discussion of 2026 General Fund Revenue Forecast
• Adoption of Amended Official 2026 Revenue Forecast
• Adoption of minutes from the September 29, 2025 meeting

The Orleans Parish Revenue Estimating Conference met on December 1, 2025, and adopted the minutes from the September 29, 2025 meeting. The conference discussed the 2026 General Fund revenue forecast and adopted an amended official 2026 revenue forecast, though the specific figures were not included in the minutes. The meeting adjourned with all members voting in favor.

• Adopted minutes from September 29, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Adopted amended official 2026 revenue forecast (motion not recorded in minutes)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review several zoning requests and a property exchange between the City and NORA. Additionally, HR&A Advisors will present a market feasibility analysis regarding Mandatory Inclusionary Zoning and office-to-residential conversions.

• Property exchange between the City and NORA involving 2021 Danneel St. and five other properties
• Conditional use request for an outdoor storage yard at 10760 Old Gentilly Road
• Conditional use request for a drive-through facility at 512 City Park Avenue
• Reconsideration request for a gas station at 5330 Saint Claude Avenue
• Presentation of the 2025 Mandatory Inclusionary Zoning Market Feasibility Analysis

City Planning Commission

The Commission will review several deferred zoning requests, including a new Fairgrounds Overlay District and gas station permits. The agenda also includes progress reports on the Canal Street study and a presentation on transient lodging regulations.

• Proposed Fairgrounds Overlay District to regulate uses near the Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots
• Zoning request for a secondary educational facility at 5703 Annunciation Street
• Gas station requests at 5330 Saint Claude Avenue and 1841 Almonaster Avenue
• Property exchange between the City of New Orleans and NORA involving 2021 Danneel St.
• Amendment to Subdivision Regulations regarding the Neighborhood Participation Program

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss and vote on a professional services agreement with Digital Engineering and Imaging. This contract concerns engineering and construction management services for the redevelopment of Lincoln Beach.

• Professional Services Agreement with Digital Engineering and Imaging for Lincoln Beach redevelopment

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet to review several requests for property variances. The agenda includes unfinished business, new variance requests, and appeals regarding decisions made by the Director of Safety and Permits.

• Variance request for 509 Exposition Boulevard
• Variance request for 4201 Dauphine Street
• Variance request for 624 Webster Street
• Variance request for 6462 Louis XIV Street
• Decision appeal for 2900 Perdido Street

Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will meet to discuss updates regarding 2025 budget expenditures. The Director of Finance and the Chief Administrative Officer are scheduled to appear for this discussion.

• Discussion on updates to 2025 Budget expenditures

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee met on October 22, 2025. It voted 5-0 to adopt the minutes of the October 20, 2025 Budget Committee meeting, then voted 5-0 to adjourn. A discussion item on updates to 2025 Budget expenditures was listed with finance and administrative officials to appear, but the minutes record no action, vote, or outcome on it.

• Adopted minutes of the October 20, 2025 Budget Committee meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

ABO Nuisance

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will review Hearing 057-25, which alleges that Thali Llama, LLC d/b/a Plume Algiers sold alcohol without a valid license for 24 months. The hearing also includes the ratification of a previous sales tax hearing. The agenda contains no other substantive items.

• Hearing 057-25: Allegations of 24 months of unlicensed alcohol sales by Thali Llama, LLC d/b/a Plume Algiers at 1113 Teche Street
• Ratification of the 10-22-25 Sales Tax Hearing

ABCB Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will conduct hearings regarding allegations of selling alcohol without a valid license. These cases involve multiple businesses cited for delinquent alcoholic beverage permits for various periods between 2023 and 2026.

• Hearing for Brewery Saint X and Devil Moon BBQ (1100 Girod Street) regarding 12 months of delinquent permits
• Hearing for Bijou Restaurant (1014 North Rampart Street) regarding 12 months of delinquent permits
• Hearing for Café Cheo Leo (14307 Chef Menteur Highway) regarding 12 months of delinquent permits
• Hearing for Mama’s Cooking (2722 North Tonti Street) regarding 24 months of delinquent permits
• Hearing for Best Western St. Christopher Hotel (114 Magazine Street) regarding 13 months of delinquent permits

Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee will review an amendment to the Master Services Agreement with OpenGov, Inc. for asset management software. The committee will also discuss and vote on a one-time emissions standard exemption for an Office of the Inspector General passenger vehicle.

• Amendment #1 of the Master Services Agreement with OpenGov, Inc.
• One-time emissions standard exemption for an Office of the Inspector General passenger vehicle

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee approved three items: the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting, Amendment #1 to the Master Services Agreement with OpenGov, Inc., and a one-time exemption allowing the Office of the Inspector General to purchase a passenger vehicle that does not meet standard emissions requirements. All motions passed unanimously with 3-0 or 4-0 votes, with some members absent.

• Approved minutes of September 17, 2025 Budget Committee meeting (3-0)
• Adopted Amendment #1 to Master Services Agreement with OpenGov, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved one-time vehicle emissions exemption for Office of Inspector General (4-0)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review several zoning requests, including a proposed Fairgrounds Overlay District and affordable housing. The body will also receive a progress report on the Canal Street study and consider property exchanges between the City and NORA.

• Proposed Fairgrounds Overlay District to restrict uses near the Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots
• Affordable Housing Planned Development at 3308 Washington Avenue
• Conditional use for a secondary educational facility at 5703 Annunciation Street
• Conditional use for a gas station at 1841 Almonaster Avenue
• Property exchange between the City of New Orleans and NORA involving 2021 Danneel St.

Governmental Affairs Committee

The Governmental Affairs Committee will consider several appointments to local boards and commissions. The committee will also vote on contracts for environmental services, hearing officers, and corrections, as well as two new ordinances.

• Ordinance to prohibit agreements for reality-based programming featuring city first responders
• Ordinance to clarify setting carnival parade positions, routes, dates, and times
• Contract amendment for Quartech Corrections LLC to increase compensation by $91,800.00
• Contract amendment for Clutch Consulting to increase compensation to $454,320.00
• Appointments for Sewerage and Water Board, Audubon Commission, and others

Orleans Parish Board of Review

The Board of Review will receive a presentation from Hammerman & Gainer, LLC regarding the 2026 tax appeal recommendation process. The meeting includes resolutions to dispose of appeals and certify assessments for the First through Seventh Municipal Districts to the Louisiana Tax Commission.

• Presentation on 2026 Tax Appeal recommendation process by Scott J. Spivey
• Resolution R-25-1: Disposition of appeals in the First through Seventh Municipal Districts
• Resolution R-25-2: Certification of assessments for the First through Seventh Municipal Districts

The Orleans Parish Board of Review met on October 9, 2025, and approved two resolutions covering the disposition of property tax appeals and the certification of assessments for the First through Seventh Municipal Districts. Both measures passed 5-0, with two members absent. The board also received a presentation from Hammerman & Gainer, LLC on the results of the 2026 tax appeal recommendation process, then adjourned.

• Approved R-25-1, disposition of appeals in the First through Seventh Municipal Districts (5-0)
• Approved R-25-2, certification of assessments for the First through Seventh Municipal Districts to the Louisiana Tax Commission (5-0)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Orleans Parish Public Works Committee met on October 6, 2025, to handle routine procedural items and consider one specific legislative action. The primary substantive item was the consideration of Resolution R-25-524, proposed by Councilmember Green. This resolution amends the bond resolution related to the Ninth Ward stadium and its associated Multi-Sport Venue track and field facility.

• Consideration of Resolution R-25-524: an amendment to the bond resolution for the Ninth Ward stadium and associated Multi-Sport Venue (track & field facility)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board will review several requests for property variances and appeals regarding decisions made by the Director of Safety and Permits. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss pending litigation involving Robco Realty, LLC and Milan Neighborhood Bar, LLC.

• Variance request for 3405 Octavia Street
• Variance request for 4400-4420 Dauphine Street
• Variance request for 2212 S. Claiborne Avenue
• Variance request for 2518 S. Tonti Street
• Decision appeal for 4917 Freret Street

Criminal Justice Committee

The Criminal Justice Committee will receive quarterly updates on public safety initiatives and operational issues. Several agencies, including the NOPD and the District Attorney's Office, are scheduled to present.

• Criminal District Court quarterly report
• Juvenile Court presentation
• Municipal and Traffic Court presentation
• NOPD presentation
• Coroner’s Office, DA’s Office, and Sheriff’s Office presentations

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will discuss the final FY2026 revenue forecast based on audited numbers, debt obligations, and tax collections. The body is scheduled to adopt the official 2026 revenue forecast during this meeting.

• Discussion of 2026 General Fund Revenue Forecast
• Adoption of Official 2026 Revenue Forecast
• Adoption of minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting

The Revenue Estimating Conference unanimously adopted the official 2026 General Fund revenue forecast, based on audited numbers, debt obligations, and economic indicators. The prior meeting's minutes were also approved. Public comments raised concerns about forecast assumptions and transparency, but no changes were made.

• Adopted minutes from August 27, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Adopted official 2026 revenue forecast (5-0)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review several zoning and subdivision requests, including a text amendment to create a Fairgrounds Overlay District and an affordable housing project in a historic district. The body is also directed to conduct a public hearing on a Land Use Barriers Study to identify and remove permitting hurdles. Additionally, the commission will ratify administrative subdivision approvals and adopt previous minutes.

• Zoning Docket 050/25: Text amendment to create the Fairgrounds Overlay District for the Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots site.
• Zoning Docket 045/25: Affordable Housing Planned Development request by Eshel Properties, LLC at 3308 Washington Avenue.
• Zoning Docket 051/25: Amendment to allow additional parking flexibility for a community center at 2300-2308 South Liberty Street.
• Zoning Docket 053/25: Amendment to permit a gas station at 5330 Saint Claude Avenue.
• Land Use Barriers Study: Public hearing to identify barriers in the permitting and licensing process.

City Planning Commission

The Orleans Parish City Planning Commission will adopt minutes and review five zoning dockets. Key items include a planned development for affordable housing at 3308 Washington Avenue and amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to add permitted uses and streamline administrative processes. The meeting also includes a review of subdivision ratifications.

• Zoning Docket 045/25: Affordable Housing Planned Development at 3308 Washington Avenue (Eshel Properties, LLC)
• Zoning Docket 046/25: Conditional use for retail sale of packaged alcoholic beverages at 501-519 Hagan Street (R & S Auto Service, Inc.)
• Zoning Docket 047/25: Conditional use for reception facility with outdoor live entertainment at 530 Powder Street (530 Powder, LLC)
• Zoning Docket 048/25: Ordinance amendment adding 'Dwelling, Established Single-Family' and 'Home Based Child Care, Small' as permitted uses
• Zoning Docket 049/25: Ordinance amendment to streamline administrative processes and clarify provisions in Articles 1, 2, 3, 4, 19, and 26

Governmental Affairs Committee

The Governmental Affairs Committee will vote on a motion to expand the local missing person safety alert program for vulnerable populations. Members will also discuss new requirements for short-term rental platforms to verify listings and review several city appointments and contracts.

• Motion M-25-469: Expanding missing person safety alerts for children, seniors, and vulnerable adults
• Contract amendment: Extending UnitedHealthcare Services, Inc. agreement for city employee healthcare
• Contract amendment: Increasing Jay Ginsberg hearing officer compensation to a total of $105,000
• Discussion: Short-term rental platform verification requirements per City Code § 26-622
• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement: Filming of Homicide Squad: New Orleans with PBP, LLC

Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee is reviewing a $91,000,000 water revenue bond issuance and receiving a city budget update. Members will also discuss the Uptown Quiet Zone, the Right to Counsel program, and several departmental fund transfers.

• Resolution R-25-482: Preliminary approval for up to $91,000,000 in Water Revenue Bonds
• Ordinance 35,220: De-appropriating $29,618,817 and appropriating $27,991,618 across various departments
• Ordinance 35,179/35,180: Transfer of $6,255,707 to the General Fund to cover FY2024 shortages
• Ordinance 35,221/35,222: Transfer of $91,980 to the Health Department for alcohol-impaired fatality reduction
• Motion M-25-481: Instruction to increase the number of sales tax audits

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee approved the minutes from August 13, 2025, gave preliminary approval to issue up to $91,000,000 in Water Revenue Bonds, and passed a motion instructing the Finance Department to increase sales tax audits. The committee also received presentations on the Right to Counsel program, the Uptown Quiet Zone, and city budget updates, while deferring ordinances related to 2024 operating budget transfers to the regular council meeting.

• Approved August 13, 2025 Budget Committee meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-482 for up to $91,000,000 in Water Revenue Bonds (3-0)
• Approved Motion M-25-481 instructing Finance Department to increase sales tax audits (3-0)
• Deferred Ord. Cal. Nos. 35,179 and 35,180 regarding 2024 operating budget transfers to 09-25-2025 Regular Council Meeting

Public Works Committee

The Orleans Parish Public Works Committee is scheduled to vote on a three-year professional services agreement with Rehrig Pacific Company for recycling carts, with a maximum cost of $4.7 million. The body will also consider amendments to a contract with MDL Enterprises, LLC for equipment services and a two-year rental agreement with Executive Plaza for the Health Department WIC Program. Additionally, the committee will discuss illegal tire dumping in New Orleans East and vote on amendments to District D bond projects.

• Professional Services Agreement with Rehrig Pacific Company for recycling carts, 3-year term, max cost $4.7 million ($3.3 million EPA reimbursable)
• Rental Agreement with Executive Plaza for Health Department WIC Program office space, 2-year term, cost $78,876.92
• Amendment No. 3 to bid contract with MDL Enterprises, LLC for skid steer and loader services, extending term one year
• Resolution by Councilmember Green amending District D bond projects approved via R-25-427
• Discussion on illegal tire dumping in New Orleans East with presenters from LDOT, Sanitation, and NOPD

ABO Nuisance

The Board will hold a hearing regarding allegations against Thali Llama, LLC, doing business as Plume Algiers. The allegations involve the sale of alcohol without a license for a period of 24 months. The Board will also consider the ratification of sales tax hearings from August 15 and September 10, 2025.

• Hearing for Thali Llama, LLC (d/b/a Plume Algiers) at 1113 Teche Street
• Allegations of sales of alcohol without a license for 24 months
• Ratification of August 15, 2025, sales tax hearing
• Ratification of September 10, 2025, sales tax hearing

ABCB Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a sales tax hearing to address allegations of selling alcohol without a valid license. Several local businesses are facing allegations of being delinquent on their ABO requirements for periods ranging from 12 to 36 months.

• Hearing for Brewery Saint X and Devil Moon BBQ (1100 Girod Street) regarding 12 months of delinquent ABO
• Hearing for Diamonds Street Grill (923 South Peters Street) regarding 36 months of delinquent ABO
• Hearing for Chais Delachaise (7708 Maple Street) regarding 25 months of delinquent ABO
• Hearing for The Delachaise (3442 Saint Charles Avenue) regarding 25 months of delinquent ABO
• Hearings for Bijou Restaurant and Ruth’s Chris Steak House regarding 12 months of delinquent ABO

Joint Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology and Climate Change and Sustainability Committee

The committee will review Entergy's renewable energy compliance report and discuss future compliance planning. Members will also consider several contract extensions for cybersecurity, telecommunications, and networking services.

• Entergy Renewable and Clean Portfolio Standards (RCPS) Compliance Demonstration Report
• Resolution to establish a 2026-2028 RCPS Compliance Plan procedural schedule
• $6,406,000.00 contract with Global Solutions Group, Inc. for cybersecurity and technology services
• $2,250,000.00 contract with AT&T Enterprises, LLC for telecommunication services
• $3,000,000.00 contract with Presidio Networked Solutions for Cisco network products

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider several requests for property variances and appeals regarding decisions made by the Director of Safety and Permits. One item regarding 4400-4420 Dauphine Street was deferred for 30 days due to a loss of quorum following a member's recusal.

• Variance request: 849-853 Odeon Street
• Variance request: 509 Exposition Boulevard
• Variance request: 920 Jena Street
• Variance request: 2818 N. Rampart Street
• Decision appeal: 251-2537 Tulane Avenue

Governmental Affairs Committee

The committee will discuss potential federal funding issues for the Housing Authority of New Orleans. This discussion follows the suspension of Mayor LaToya Cantrell from HUD procurement and nonprocurement transactions. Representatives from the Housing Authority of New Orleans and the Office of Community Development will present.

• Discussion on federal funding for the Housing Authority of New Orleans
• Presentation regarding Mayor LaToya Cantrell's suspension from HUD transactions

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Orleans Parish Revenue Estimating Conference will review 2024 audited actuals and formally adopt the revised 2025 General Fund Revenue Forecast. The body will also adopt the Savings Fund Certification and discuss the preliminary 2026 General Fund Revenue Forecast. No specific dollar amounts or project names are listed in the agenda text.

• Adoption of 2025 General Fund Revenue Forecast
• Adoption of Savings Fund Certification
• Discussion of 2026 General Fund Revenue Forecast
• Discussion of 2024 Audited Actuals General Fund Revenue

The conference approved the revised 2025 General Fund Revenue Forecast and the Savings Fund Certification. Members also adopted the minutes from the July 18, 2025 meeting.

• Adopted July 18, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted 2025 General Fund Revenue Forecast (5-0)
• Adopted Savings Fund Certification (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider contract amendments for engineering and streetlight management services. The committee will also discuss ongoing streetlight outages in neighborhoods and along interstates.

• Amendment to HNTB Corporation agreement for engineering services on Marconi Dr., MLK, Jr. Blvd., and Morrison Rd. projects
• Amendment to Legacy Professional Services, LLC for street light system management
• Discussion regarding streetlight outages in neighborhoods and along interstates

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review the draft and proposed amendments for the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes several zoning requests for a restaurant, a hotel, and a bar, alongside subdivision requests.

• Conditional use for a restaurant at 5720-5726 Magazine Street
• Conditional use for a hotel at 613, 615, 617 Baronne Street
• Conditional use for a bar at 9511 Chef Menteur Highway
• Resubdivision requests for 2708-2710 Saint Anthony Street and 820-824 Dublin Street
• Review of the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan draft and amendments

ABO Nuisance

The Board will hold a hearing regarding allegations against Thali Llama, LLC, doing business as Plume Algiers. The allegations involve the sale of alcohol without a license for a period of 24 months. The meeting also includes a ratification of a sales tax hearing.

• Hearing 057-25 (TX) for Thali Llama, LLC d/b/a Plume Algiers at 1113 Teche Street
• Allegations of sales of alcohol without a license for 24 months
• Ratification of 8-15-25 sales tax hearing

ABCB Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is holding a sales tax hearing to review 16 cases of alleged unlicensed alcohol sales. The board will consider recommendations for permittees who failed to maintain valid licenses for periods ranging from 9 to 48 months. No specific fines or penalties are listed in the agenda text.

• New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute (48 months delinquent)
• Bayou District Foundation (36 months delinquent)
• Diamonds Street Grill (36 months delinquent)
• Chais Delachaise (25 months delinquent)
• The Delachaise (25 months delinquent)

Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee reviewed a resolution to issue up to $45,000,000 in Taxable Limited Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2025. The body also voted on several ordinances transferring funds for specific purposes, including $918,134 for residential home elevations and $500,000 for lot and graffiti abatement. Additionally, the committee discussed revenue issues such as trash contracts in the French Quarter and the administration's position on the Wisner litigation.

• Resolution R-25-437 to issue not exceeding $45,000,000 in Taxable Limited Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
• Ordinances 35,182 and 35,183 transferring $918,134 for residential home elevations in Orleans Parish
• Ordinances 35,196 and 35,197 transferring $500,000 to Code Enforcement for Lot and Graffiti Abatement
• Ordinance 35,203 appropriating $5,000,000 to Louisiana State University (LSU) for capital expenditures
• Ordinances 35,186 and 35,187 transferring $350,000 to cover Wisner litigation costs

The committee approved a resolution to issue up to $45 million in taxable bonds and a capital budget amendment to allocate $5 million to LSU for downtown plans. Several professional services agreements and budget transfers for police, health, and code enforcement were also approved.

• Approved issuance of up to $45M in Taxable Limited Tax Revenue Bonds (3-0)
• Approved $5M capital budget appropriation for LSU Downtown plans (4-0)
• Approved $500,000 transfer for Lot and Graffiti Abatement in Code Enforcement (3-0)
• Approved $350,000 transfer for Wisner litigation costs (3-0)
• Approved $918,134 transfer for residential home elevations (3-0)
• Approved professional services agreements with CrescentCare, Thompson Consulting, and Archon Information Systems (3-0 each)
• Approved amendments to agreements with Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert, LLC (3-0 each)
• Deferred fund transfers of $6.25M to General Fund to full Council agenda

Economic Development Committee

The Orleans Parish Economic Development Committee approved Ordinance Cal. No. 35,177, which requires City contractors to pay subcontractors and suppliers for undisputed amounts within 30 days of receiving payment from the City. The committee also heard a presentation from El Centro regarding financial wellness and business coaching for Latinx entrepreneurs in South Louisiana. The committee voted to advance the payment ordinance for possible adoption at the August 21, 2025 Council meeting.

• Ordinance Cal. No. 35,177: Requires City contractors to pay subcontractors/suppliers within 30 days of City payment
• Testimony from Ernest Stalberte and Debra Gould of The Collaborative supporting the timely payment ordinance
• Presentation by Lindsey Navarro of El Centro on financial wellness and entrepreneurial training for Latinx communities
• Approval of minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting

The Economic Development Committee approved advancing Ordinance Cal. No. 35,177, which would require City contractors to pay subcontractors and suppliers within 30 days of receiving City payment, to the full Council for consideration on August 21, 2025. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting and heard a presentation from El Centro on financial wellness and entrepreneurial training for Latinx communities. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 14, 2025 (5-0)
• Advanced Ordinance 35,177 on timely payment of subcontractors to full Council (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will vote on several zoning and subdivision requests, including an amendment to the Edna Karr school campus plan and a rezoning of a block near Behrman Place. The agenda also includes conditional use permits for a neighborhood commercial establishment, a Mardi Gras den, and a parking lot. Additionally, the body will ratify administrative approvals for subdivision applications.

• Amendment to Edna Karr school campus plan to add athletics field, bleachers, and lighting at 4400-4460 General Meyer Avenue
• Zoning change from S-B2 to S-MU district at 3601 Behrman Place (City Council Motion No. M-25-249)
• Conditional use permit for a neighborhood commercial establishment at 1817-1819 Sophie Wright Place
• Conditional use permit for a Mardi Gras den at 2901-2917 Tchoupitoulas Street
• Resubdivision of Lot X into ten lots at 2601 Allen Street

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider several requests for property variances and extension requests. The meeting also includes appeals regarding decisions made by the Director of Safety and Permits and the election of new officers.

• Variances for properties at 1020 Forstall Street, 8501 Hickory Street, and 8400 Chef Menteur Highway
• New variance requests for 2001 Iberville Street, 6116-18 Annunciation Street, and 920 Jena Street
• Extension request for the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center at 1351 Tchoupitoulas Street
• Decision appeals for 1940 Saint Claude Avenue and 2306-2308 Saint Louis Street
• Election of officers for the July 2025 - July 2026 term

Governmental Affairs Committee

The Orleans Parish Governmental Affairs Committee will vote on a motion to amend council rules, limiting the drivers of official vehicles to councilmembers, POST-certified security, or law enforcement. The committee will also approve five new appointments to various advisory and regulatory boards. The agenda contains no other substantive policy items or public hearings.

• Motion M-25-411: Amend Rule 55.B to restrict Council vehicle drivers to councilmembers, POST-certified executive security, or commissioned law enforcement officers
• Appointment of Kimberly Thomas to the Sewerage and Water Board
• Appointment of Linda Landesberg to the Fairgrounds Citizens Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Jacqueline Mouton Kepper to the City Planning Commission
• Appointment of Leo John Arnett to the CBD Historic District Landmarks Commission

ABO Nuisance

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of the City of New Orleans held a meeting on July 28, 2025, at 1:30 P.M. The agenda consisted primarily of procedural items, including roll call and the Pledge of Allegiance. The only substantive action listed was the ratification of the 7-28-25 sales tax hearing.

• Ratification of 7-28-25 sales tax hearing

ABCB Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is conducting a sales tax hearing regarding multiple businesses. The board will address allegations of selling alcohol without a valid license and delinquent alcoholic beverage permits.

• Hearing for Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House regarding 9 months of delinquent permits
• Hearing for Mike Serio’s Po Boys & Deli regarding 41 months of delinquent permits
• Hearing for Brewery Saint X and Devil Moon BBQ regarding 12 months of delinquent permits
• Hearing for Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, Inc. regarding 13 months of delinquent permits
• Hearing for New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute, Inc. regarding 48 months of delinquent permits

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will receive updates on Regional Transit Authority projects and the passenger rail service between New Orleans and Baton Rouge. The meeting also includes presentations on Louis Armstrong International Airport projects and Bike Easy's safety campaigns.

• Regional Transit Authority projects update
• New Orleans and Baton Rouge passenger rail service update
• Louis Armstrong International Airport projects and hurricane preparedness update
• Bike Easy's Safer St. Claude and Daylighting Campaign presentation

City Planning Commission

The Orleans Parish City Planning Commission will adopt minutes and review five business items. The agenda includes a request for an affordable housing planned development in a mixed-use district and a zoning change to a business-industrial park district. Additionally, the body will consider two subdivision resubdivisions and a set of administrative ratifications.

• Zoning Docket 036/25: Affordable Housing Planned Development at 1122 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard
• Zoning Docket 037/25: Change to BIP Business-Industrial Park District per City Council Motion No. M-25-289
• Subdivision Docket 051/25: Resubdivision of lots in Square 101, Mirabeau Garden Extension
• Subdivision Docket 052/25: Resubdivision of lots in Square 291, Seventh Municipal District
• Subdivision Ratifications: Administrative approval of applications not yet certified by staff

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will discuss the 2025 General Fund revenue forecast. The body will also consider accepting a reduction in the 2025 revenue estimation.

• Discussion of 2025 General Fund Revenue Forecast
• Acceptance of the reduction in the 2025 Revenue Estimation

The Revenue Estimating Conference adopted the minutes from its May 14, 2025 meeting. It deferred a vote on accepting a reduction in the 2025 General Fund revenue forecast. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted May 14, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Deferred acceptance of 2025 revenue reduction (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments (OPSB) - Click "Agenda" to View Livestream

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will review several requests for property variances and appeals regarding decisions made by the Director of Safety and Permits. The agenda also includes the annual election of Board officers for the 2025-2026 term.

• Variances for properties including 849-53 Odeon Street and 8400 Chef Menteur Highway
• Decision appeals for 2900 Perdido Street and 1200 S. Carrollton Avenue
• Extension request for 1351 Tchoupitoulas Street
• Annual election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair

Governmental Affairs Committee

The Governmental Affairs Committee is deciding on an ordinance to repeal Section 34-21.1 of the City Code, which removes specific requirements for horses in carnival parades. The meeting also includes discussions on parade route safety, 2025 carnival season code violations, and general improvements for Mardi Gras. Three additional ordinances regarding parade permits and vendor sales are scheduled for discussion only.

• Cal. No. 35,160: Ordinance to repeal Section 34-21.1 of the Code of the City of New Orleans to remove requirements for horses in carnival parades (For discussion and vote)
• Discussion of carnival parade route safety with presenters from the New Orleans Police Department and Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
• Discussion of violations of Chapter 34 of the City Code during the 2025 carnival season
• Cal. No. XXXXX: Ordinance to establish a waitlist for a carnival parade permit (For discussion only)
• Cal. No. XXXXX: Ordinance to prohibit the sale of confetti by mobile vendors during carnival season (For discussion only)

City Planning Commission

The Orleans Parish City Planning Commission will vote on four zoning requests, including a bar in the CBD-6 district and an affordable housing planned development. The body will also accept $249,999k in LDEQ funding for the Municipal Auditorium's environmental remediation and ratify several subdivision applications.

• Conditional use permit for a bar at 325 Andrew Higgins Drive (Zoning Docket 033/25)
• Ordinance amendment to expand a reception facility at 1484 Sere Street (Zoning Docket 034/25)
• Zoning change from residential to business district at 1527 L.B. Landry Avenue (Zoning Docket 035/25)
• Affordable Housing Planned Development at 1122 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard (Zoning Docket 036/25)
• Acceptance of $249,999k LDEQ funding for Municipal Auditorium remediation

Governmental Affairs Committee

The Governmental Affairs Committee will vote on an amendment to the agreement with Turf Alliance, LLC for installing synthetic turf at two baseball stadiums. The body will also approve appointments for the Municipal Yacht Harbor Management Corporation and the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans. Additionally, city officials will present on onboarding and payroll issues for summer workers.

• Vote on amendment to agreement with Turf Alliance, LLC for synthetic turf installation at two baseball stadiums
• Appointment of Shawne Favre to the Municipal Yacht Harbor Management Corporation
• Appointment of Kimberly Thomas to the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans
• Appointment of Courtney Scrubbs to the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans
• Presentation on onboarding and payroll issues for summer workers by CAO Gilbert Montaño, Assistant CAO Christina Hamilton, and NORDC CEO Larry Barabino, Jr.

Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee

The Orleans Parish Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee met on July 1, 2025, to review the FY2024 annual audit status and a presentation on upcoming bond sales for the November ballot. The committee approved several contract amendments and budget ordinances for the full Council's consent agenda, while deferring the $90 million Limited Tax Bond resolution and a $71 million sanitation fund transfer to the July 10 Council meeting. No votes were taken on the deferred items during this committee session.

• Resolution R-25-366 authorizing up to $90,000,000 in Limited Tax Bonds was deferred to the July 10 Council agenda
• Ordinance 35,117 transfers $71,242,723 within the Department of Sanitation budget and was deferred to the July 10 Council agenda
• Ordinance 35,143 amends the 2025 Capital Budget, de-appropriating $180,545 and appropriating $12,053,080, and was approved for the consent agenda
• Ordinances 35,144 and 35,145 transfer $2,734,110 to cover essential public safety expenses for Mardi Gras and Super Bowl events, and were approved for the consent agenda
• Agreement M-25-368 with U.S. Bancorp Asset Management Inc. was approved for the consent agenda

The Budget Committee approved a capital budget amendment reallocating $12,053,080 across departments, and approved several contracts and civil service pay changes, all forwarded to the Council's 7/10/25 agenda. A $90M limited tax bond resolution and several other items were deferred without a vote.

• Approved capital budget amendment Ord. 35,143 reallocating $12,053,080 (4-0)
• Approved $2,734,110 transfer for Mardi Gras and Super Bowl public safety costs (4-0)
• Approved U.S. Bancorp Asset Management agreement (4-0)
• Approved Stevens Body & Fender contract amendment #4 (4-0)
• Approved SAFEBUILT LLC agreement (4-0)
• Approved civil service pay plan changes: M-25-185, M-25-188, M-25-237, M-25-347, M-25-348 (4-0 each)
• Deferred $90M limited tax bond resolution R-25-366 to Council agenda
• Deferred sanitation budget ordinance 35,117 and several civil service items to Council agenda

Criminal Justice Committee

The Criminal Justice Committee will receive quarterly updates from various public safety agencies. These reports cover legislative, financial, or operational issues as required by City Code § 2-61.

• Orleans Parish Criminal District Court presentation
• Orleans Parish District Attorney presentation
• Orleans Parish Juvenile Court presentation
• Orleans Parish Sheriff presentation
• New Orleans Police Department presentation

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will hear presentations regarding the Lakefront Management Authority and the Lakefront airport. The committee will also consider an eighth amendment to a professional services contract with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.

• Lakefront Management Authority and Lakefront airport presentation
• Eighth amendment to Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. contract to extend term to April 25, 2029

ABO Nuisance

The Orleans Parish Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will ratify the sales tax hearing held on June 23, 2025. The agenda contains no other substantive items, contracts, or ordinances.

• Ratification of 6-23-25 Sales Tax Hearing

ABCB Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is holding a sales tax hearing to review 11 cases where businesses allegedly sold alcohol without a required permit. The agenda lists specific delinquency periods for each permittee, ranging from 9 to 41 months. The hearing officer is Christopher W. Roberts, and the board will issue recommendations for each case.

• Hearing 025-25: Mike Serio’s Po Boys & Deli (133 St. Charles Avenue) alleged 41 months of sales without license
• Hearing 033-25: Evangeline (329 Decatur Street) alleged 23 months of sales without license
• Hearing 034-25: Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal Street) alleged 12 months of sales without license
• Hearing 036-25: CK’s Hot Shoppe (1433 Baronne Street) alleged 11 months of sales without license
• Hearing 013-25: Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House (512 Bienville Street) alleged 9 months of sales without license

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review zoning requests for a warehouse at 1018-1020 Erato Street and a planned development expansion for the National World War II Museum. The meeting also includes subdivision requests and the ratification of administrative staff determinations.

• Conditional use request for a warehouse at 1018-1020 Erato Street
• Planned development expansion for the National World War II Museum at 1042-1060 Magazine Street
• Extension request for subdivision of 1929 Feliciana Street
• Resubdivision of 190-200 Broadway Street, 200 Pine Street, and 7401 Leake Avenue
• Ratification of various subdivisions

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet to consider several requests for property variances. The agenda also includes appeals regarding decisions made by the Director of Safety and Permits.

• Variance requests for 2816-18 Saint Louis Street and 1474 Magazine Street
• Variance requests for 600 Decatur Street and 1020 Forstall Street
• Decision appeals for 1500-02 Pine Street and 1200 S. Carrollton Avenue
• Decision appeals for 2616 Calhoun Street and 1940 Saint Claude Avenue

Governmental Affairs Committee

The Governmental Affairs Committee will consider an ordinance regarding taxicab camera security and several contract amendments. The committee will also vote on appointments and agreements for affordable housing and IT services.

• Ordinance 35,104 to prohibit tampering with taxicab camera security systems
• Third amendment to 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. for $2,734,000 to extend IT staff services
• Lafitte 2017 - HOME Program agreements for affordable housing in the Treme area
• Fourth amendment to ESRI license agreement for $280,000 to extend GIS software
• Appointments for Municipal Yacht Harbor Management Corporation and Board of Zoning Adjustments

Criminal Justice Committee

The Criminal Justice Committee will discuss the closing of the New Orleans Job Corps Center. Presenters John Odom and Ken James are scheduled to provide information on the matter. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding corrections to false statements.

• Discussion on the closing of the New Orleans Job Corps Center
• Corrections to False Statements Presentation

Special Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology Committee

The committee will hear presentations from Midcontinent Independent System Operator and Entergy New Orleans, LLC regarding the circumstances of the May 25 load shed event. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 16, 2024, meeting.

• MISO load shed presentation
• Entergy New Orleans, LLC load shed presentation
• Approval of December 16, 2024, committee minutes

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider a $2,000,000 professional services agreement with ECS Southeast, LLC for construction material testing related to the National Disaster Resilience Competition Grant. The committee will also vote to extend one-year terms for existing parking enforcement and meter operation contracts. Additionally, representatives from The Water Collaborative and The Water Justice Fund will present a proposal for a community-built stormwater fee.

• Professional Services Agreement with ECS Southeast, LLC (RFP No. 4095) for on-call construction material testing, max $2,000,000 through Sept 30, 2029
• Amendment No. 8 to extend Professional Account Management, LLC contract for parking ticket processing by one year
• Amendment No. 7 to extend SP Plus LLC contract for meter operations by one year
• Presentation on a proposed community-built stormwater fee by The Water Collaborative and The Water Justice Fund

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review zoning requests for food processing and alcohol retail sales. The meeting includes a study on land use process barriers and a presentation on the Lincoln Beach redevelopment.

• Conditional use for food processing at 10801 River Road
• Conditional use for retail sale of packaged alcohol at 8400-8436 Chef Menteur Highway
• Re-subdivision of 2608-2610 Peniston Street
• Public hearing regarding land use process barriers and hurdles
• Lincoln Beach Master Plan redevelopment presentation

ABO Nuisance

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of the City of New Orleans is meeting to ratify the sales tax hearings held on April 21, 2025, and May 21, 2025. The agenda contains no other substantive items, contracts, or ordinances. The meeting consists solely of procedural calls to order, roll call, and the adjournment following these two ratifications.

• Ratification of 4-21-25 Sales Tax Hearing
• Ratification of 5-21-25 Sales Tax Hearing

ABCB Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is holding a sales tax hearing to review nine cases where businesses allegedly sold alcohol without a valid license. The board will consider recommendations for each permittee, with allegations ranging from 3 to 41 months of delinquency. One case also includes allegations of non-payment of sales tax for seven months in 2024.

• Hearing 013-25: 512 Bienville, LLC (Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House) alleged 9 months of sales without license
• Hearing 014-25: Art House NOLA, Inc. (The Broad Theater) alleged 8 months of sales without license
• Hearing 018-25: Reconcile New Orleans, Inc. (Café Reconcile) alleged 3 months of sales without license and 7 months of non-payment of sales tax
• Hearing 021-25: Smiley’s Grill, LLC alleged 21 months of sales without license
• Hearing 026-25: Michael Serio (Mike Serio’s Po Boys & Deli) alleged 41 months of sales without license

Joint Committee of the Whole - Criminal Justice Committee Meeting

The Joint Committee of the Whole - Criminal Justice Committee will discuss the May 16, 2025, escape of Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office inmates. The committee will also consider contracts regarding a Title IX coordinator for Southern University at New Orleans and funding for the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program.

• MOU for a SUNO Title IX coordinator to investigate campus power-base crimes
• Amendment to Traveler’s Aid Society agreement for Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion case management
• Discussion regarding the May 16, 2025, escape of OPSO inmates
• Presentations from OPSO, NOPD, and Louisiana State Police regarding inmate escapes

Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee

The committee reviewed the FY2024 annual audit status and budget reports for the period ending March 2025. Several ordinances regarding fund transfers for health, sanitation, and housing were discussed, though most were deferred or withdrawn.

• Transfer of $32,778 to the Health Department for emergency medical supplies (Approved; deferred)
• Transfer of $8,600 to the Louisiana Military Department for homeland security equipment (Approved; deferred)
• Transfer of $71,242,723 within the Department of Sanitation (Not voted; deferred)
• Withdrawal of ordinance to transfer $100,000 within the Office of Housing Policy
• Discussion of multiple Civil Service pay plan and rule amendments (Deferred)

Revenue Estimating Conference

The Revenue Estimating Conference will meet to discuss the 2025 General Fund revenue forecast. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from the September 24, 2024, conference.

• Discussion of 2025 General Fund Revenue Forecast
• Adoption of minutes from September 24, 2024, Revenue Estimating Conference

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee discussed Resolution R-25-274, which proposes new guidelines for the approval, renewal, and transfer of tax abatements for historic property rehabilitation. The Office of Economic Development will provide additional data and materials following the discussion. The resolution will be forwarded for further review and full council consideration.

• Resolution R-25-274: updated rules for the Restoration Tax Abatement program

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will discuss several land-use requests, including a hotel conditional use and a zoning change in Gentilly. The Commission will also review a market feasibility analysis regarding Mandatory Inclusionary Zoning and office-to-residential conversions.

• Conditional use for a hotel at 1200 South Carrollton Avenue
• Zoning change from Light Industrial to Medium Intensity Mixed-Use at 3601 Desire Parkway
• Planned Development for adaptive reuse at 515-531 Toulouse Street to include a restaurant and live entertainment
• Amendment to permit more structures on the Louise S. McGehee School campus
• 2025 Mandatory Inclusionary Zoning (MIZ) Market Feasibility Analysis review

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Orleans Parish Board of Zoning Adjustments will vote on 15 specific property requests for zoning variances and decision appeals. The agenda includes both new applications and unfinished business from previous meetings. One item, BZA016-25 at 401 Lowerline Street, is marked as withdrawn. The meeting concludes with the adoption of April minutes and adjournment.

• BZA009-25: Variance request for 2816-18 Saint Louis Street (Brandon Webb, J.A. Modinger Architect, LLC)
• BZA016-25: Variance request for 401 Lowerline Street (Arthur G. Grimsal, SAF Construction) marked WITHDRAWN
• BZA023-25: Variance request for 1474 Magazine Street (Jason and Elizabeth Williams, Fresia Galvez, Zach Smith Consulting & Design)
• BZA036-25: Variance request for 600 Decatur Street (Jackson Brewery Millhouse LLC, Rebecca Gieger, Sherman Strategies)
• BZA039-25: Decision appeal for 2616 Calhoun Street (Town of Carrollton Watch, LLC)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss deputizing Ground Transportation Bureau investigators and address flooding issues. The meeting includes discussions on flooding in Venetian Isles and an update from the Sewerage and Water Board regarding Turbine 4 and pumping status.

• Discussion on deputizing Ground Transportation Bureau investigators
• Discussion of flooding in Venetian Isles
• Sewerage and Water Board update on Turbine 4 and pumping/power status

Joint Governmental Affairs - Community Development Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to investigate working conditions and allegations of harassment within the Department of Public Works. Members will also hear a presentation regarding sanitation services in the French Quarter and Downtown Development District.

• Resolution R-25-252: Investigation into Department of Public Works working conditions
• Ordinance Cal. No. 35,094: Rules regarding financial interests of former procurement employees
• Ordinance Cal. No. 35,100: Presentation on immunity and evidence related to prostitution offenses
• Presentation: Sanitation services in French Quarter and Downtown Development District
• Motion M-25-260: Nomination of Dernell Johnson to the Poet Laureate Selection Committee

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will consider amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding staffing requirements for hotels and motels. The agenda also includes several subdivision proposals and a request to rename a park on South Robertson Street.

• Proposed new 'Customary Lodging Services Staffing Interim Zoning District' to require 24-hour staffing for hotels/motels
• Proposed amendment to the definition of 'customary lodging services' to require on-site personnel at all hours
• Subdivision proposal for 4400-4440 Gen DeGaulle and 3250 Rue Parc Fontaine
• Subdivision proposal for 1631 Audubon Street and 7020 Green Street
• Proposal to rename the park at 1801 South Robertson Street after Barbara Lacen Keller

ABO Nuisance

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a hearing on April 21, 2025. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and the ratification of a sales tax hearing.

• Ratification of 4-21-25 sales tax hearing

ABCB Sales Tax Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is conducting a sales tax hearing to address allegations against multiple permittees. Most cases involve allegations of selling alcohol without a valid license or delinquent alcoholic beverage permits. Several businesses are also facing allegations regarding the non-payment of sales taxes.

• Hearing regarding Perkoff, LLC (Next to Nothing) for 15 months of delinquent alcohol permits
• Hearing regarding Mardi Gras Travel Plaza, LLC for delinquent alcohol permits and 8 months of delinquent sales tax
• Hearing regarding Trumpet and Drum, LLC for delinquent alcohol permits and 8 months of delinquent sales tax
• Hearing regarding Reconcile New Orleans, Inc. (Café Reconcile) for delinquent alcohol permits and 7 months of delinquent sales tax
• Hearing regarding Miel Brewing Co., LLC for delinquent alcohol permits and 8 months of delinquent sales tax

Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee is reviewing the city's 2025 financial status and a $64 million personnel spending deficit. The meeting includes discussions on several budget amendments, loan agreements for housing, and civil service pay plan updates.

• $4.2 million HOME funding loan for 45 new units at City Square 162 Phase II
• $3 million transfer to the Health Department for Thrive Kids programming
• $1 million transfer to the Law Department for the Hainey v. City of New Orleans judgment
• $1 million transfer to the Chief Administrative Office for Youth Force NOLA programming
• $224,250 transfer for Joseph M. Bartholomew Golf Course clubhouse roof replacement

The Budget/Audit/Board of Review Committee approved a $26 million loan agreement with Winn Dixie Phase II, LP for the City Square 162 Phase II project, which will build 45 rental units, 28 of which will be subject to HOME affordability requirements for at least 50 years. The committee also approved several budget amendments, including a $1 million transfer for a federal judgment payment in the Hainey v. City of New Orleans case, $1 million for Youth Force NOLA programming, $3 million for Thrive Kids programming, and $224,250 for a roof replacement at the Joseph M. Bartholomew Golf Course clubhouse. A $64 million personnel spending deficit was noted in the financial status update. All motions passed unanimously or with recorded absences.

• Approved $26M loan agreement with Winn Dixie Phase II, LP for 45 affordable housing units (5-0)
• Approved $1M transfer for Hainey v. City of New Orleans federal judgment payment (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $1M transfer to Youth Force NOLA for programming (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $3M transfer to Thrive Kids for continued programming (5-0)
• Approved $224,250 for roof replacement at Joseph M. Bartholomew Golf Course clubhouse (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $15,797 for telecommunication equipment from SHSP grant funds (5-0)
• Approved $140,000 for Healthy Food Delivery to Pregnant and Postpartum Families Program (5-0)
• Approved $90,000 for workforce development from New Orleans Business Alliance grant (5-0)

Governmental Affairs Committee

The Governmental Affairs Committee will vote on two contract amendments, including a $2,734,000 increase for IT staff services. The committee will also approve three new board appointments and hold an executive session to discuss litigation involving a civil service docket.

• Appointment of Jonathan Green to the Board of City Trusts
• Appointment of Lawrence J. Galle, Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
• Appointment of Judge Michael G. Bagneris (Retired) to the Ethics Review Board
• Amendment No. 3 to 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. contract increasing maximum payable by $2,734,000
• Amendment No. 7 to Phelps Dunbar, LLP legal services agreement for Downtown Dev. Dist. v. City of New Orleans

City Planning Commission

The Orleans Parish City Planning Commission will vote on zoning changes and a property acquisition for the NOPD. It will also review a preliminary report on commercial short-term rentals and consider a street name change. The meeting includes procedural items such as adopting minutes and ratifying subdivisions.

• Zoning change request for 3100-3102 Dauphine Street from HMR-3 to HM-MU district
• Conditional use request for a large child care center at 7911 Redfish Street
• Acquisition of 601 S. Galvez St. from LSU Health Foundation for NOPD warehouse use
• Renaming of General Meyer Avenue (between Sullen Place and Bennett Street) to Reverend Taza Green Sr Avenue
• Preliminary report update on impacts and regulations for Commercial Short Term Rentals and transient lodging

Criminal Justice Committee

The committee will discuss Ordinance Calendar No. 35, 037, which calls for an election on October 11, 2025. The proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter’s Bill of Rights would prohibit laws that discriminate based on conviction history.

• Ordinance Calendar No. 35, 037: Election on October 11, 2025
• Proposed Home Rule Charter amendment regarding conviction history discrimination
• Presentation from Voice of the Experienced, Women Determined, and First 72 Plus

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet to consider new and unfinished variance requests for various properties. The meeting is scheduled to follow the Criminal Justice Committee meeting.

• Variance request for 2816-18 Saint Louis Street
• Variance request for 8313 Panola Street
• Variance request for 4301 Reynes Street
• Variance request for 901-903 Second Street
• Decision appeals regarding 1500-02 Pine Street and 4400 General Meyer Avenue

Joint Governmental Affairs - Economic Development Committee

The Joint Governmental Affairs - Economic Development Committee will approve the appointment of four individuals to city boards, including the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. The body will also adopt a resolution prioritizing community-driven decision-making for the restoration of Lincoln Beach. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Appointment of Christopher Hammond to the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority
• Appointment of Adolf Bynum, Jr. to the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission
• Appointment of Jonathan Green to the Board of City Trusts
• Motion M-25-209 appointing Lawrence J. Galle, Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
• Resolution R-25-210 prioritizing transparency and community engagement for Lincoln Beach restoration

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss the Lincoln Beach redevelopment and the deputization of Ground Transportation Bureau investigators. The committee will also consider contract amendments for site assessments and infrastructure project management.

• Amendment to Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc. for Lincoln Beach site assessment
• Amendment to CDM Smith, Inc. to increase infrastructure management pay to $12,343,387.36
• Discussion on deputizing Ground Transportation Bureau investigators
• Discussion of Lincoln Beach with DPW representatives

Criminal Justice Committee

The committee will hear quarterly updates from several public safety agencies, including the NOPD and the Sheriff's Office. Members will also consider a contract amendment to extend legal services with Phelps Dunbar, LLP.

• Amendment No. 12 to the Professional Services Agreement with Phelps Dunbar, LLP
• Quarterly reports from the Independent Police Monitor’s Office
• Quarterly reports from the New Orleans Police Department
• Quarterly reports from the Juvenile Court and Juvenile Justice Intervention Center
• Quarterly reports from the District Attorney’s Office and Sheriff’s Office

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will receive updates on passenger rail service connecting New Orleans to Baton Rouge and Mobile. Members will also discuss an amendment to a contract regarding Volkswagen Trust Funds for electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

• Amtrak presentation on New Orleans-Baton Rouge and New Orleans-Mobile rail service
• Vote on LADEQ contract amendment for electric vehicle charging infrastructure grant funds
• Presentation on the City's transportation electrification efforts and forthcoming roadmap

City Planning Commission

The Orleans Parish City Planning Commission will vote on three zoning requests and four subdivision proposals. Key items include a request to allow a fast food restaurant at 5001 Freret Street and a rezoning of properties along Pontchartrain Boulevard from single-family residential to neighborhood business. The agenda also includes the adoption of previous minutes and administrative ratifications.

• Zoning Docket 017/25: Conditional use for a fast food restaurant at 5001 Freret Street and 2316 Robert Street.
• Zoning Docket 018/25: Rezoning 6184-6192 Pontchartrain Boulevard and 100-114 20th Street from S-LRS1 to S-LB1 district.
• Zoning Docket 019/25: Conditional use to reconstruct a drive-through facility at 512 City Park Avenue.
• Subdivision Docket 010/25: Resubdivision of lots at 3337-39 Feliciana Street and 3338 Clouet Street.
• Subdivision Docket 012/25: Resubdivision of lots at 9901-10029 Chef Menteur Highway.

ABO Nuisance

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a hearing on March 21, 2025. The agenda includes the ratification of a sales tax hearing.

• Ratification of 3-21-25 sales tax hearing

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review a request to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to allow wine shops as a conditional use in CBD-5 districts. The Commission will also consider a specific conditional use request for a wine shop at 722-726 Girod Street. Additionally, the body will review subdivision ratifications.

• Amendment to add 'wine shop' as a conditional use in CBD-5 districts
• Conditional use request for a wine shop at 722-726 Girod Street
• Subdivision ratifications

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Orleans Parish Board of Zoning Adjustments meets to vote on six zoning variance requests and two appeals of safety and permit decisions. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits involving Maureen Greer and the City of New Orleans. The board will also adopt the minutes from the February meeting.

• Variance BZA010-25 for 5310 Laurel Street (Supermarine, LLC)
• Variance BZA011-25 for 222 Walnut Street (Patrick Waring)
• Variance BZA015-25 for 1457 Tita Street (Paula Jackson, Monique Martinez)
• Variance BZA016-25 for 401 Lowerline Street (Arthur G. Grimsal, SAF Construction)
• Variance BZA017-25 for 4143 Seminary Place (New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary)

2024 Integrated Resource Plan Third Public Meeting (Docket UD-23-01)

This meeting is held for public comment on the Entergy New Orleans 2024 Integrated Resource Plan (Docket UD-23-01). The session allows residents to provide input on the utility's long-term resource planning.

• Public comment on Entergy New Orleans 2024 Integrated Resource Plan

City Planning Commission

The Orleans Parish City Planning Commission will vote on a City Council motion to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, requiring dockets that fail to get a legal majority vote to be forwarded to the Council with a recommendation of denial. The body will also reconsider a subdivision proposal by Park Investments, LLC, which staff recommend deferring, and review a new subdivision by See Developers, LLC in English Turn. Routine items include adopting previous minutes and ratifying administrative subdivision approvals.

• Adoption of minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting
• Zoning Docket 011/25: Amendment to Article 4, Section 4.2.D.3 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (Motion M-24-777)
• Reconsideration of Subdivision Docket 088/23 by Park Investments, LLC (staff recommends deferral)
• Subdivision Docket 076/24 by See Developers, LLC for 11 lots and a private road at 98 Eagle Point Lane
• Ratification of subdivisions approved administratively

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review several zoning and subdivision requests. This includes a proposal to change how dockets without a legal majority vote are forwarded to the City Council.

• Zoning change for 2109-2113 Saint Maurice Avenue from single-family to two-family residential
• Ordinance amendment regarding City Council recommendations for dockets without a legal majority
• Zoning change for 1243-1245 North Robertson Street from residential to commercial district
• Resubdivision of 1243-1245 North Robertson Street and 1500 Esplanade Avenue
• Acquisition of portions of Marque, Hickerson, Eunice, Citrus, Donna, and Rosalia Drives

Board of Zoning Adjustments (OPSB) - Click "Agenda" to View Livestream

The City Planning Commission meets to adopt January minutes and discuss pending litigation in executive session. The body will vote on one unfinished variance request and review ten new variance applications, including one marked as improper and one withdrawn. Additionally, the commission will consider one appeal of a Director of Safety and Permits decision.

• Variance BZA001-25 at 2512 Constance Street (unfinished business)
• Variance BZA004-25 at 616 Conti Street
• Variance BZA005-25 at 2310 Perdido Street (marked improper)
• Variance BZA006-25 at 6820 Chef Menteur Highway
• Decision Appeal BZA014-25 at 717 Barracks Street

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments is meeting to vote on zoning variances and appeals of safety and permits decisions for seven specific properties. The agenda includes one item marked for deferral and one extension request. The board will also adopt December minutes and discuss pending litigation in executive session.

• Variance BZA074-24 at 525 Iberville Street for Mr Big Management, LLC
• Appeal BZA062-24 at 2501-2537 Tulane Avenue for Miles Trapolin and Maureen Greer
• Appeal BZA076-24 at 7533 Jeannette Street for Susan Johnson
• Appeal BZA002-25 at 4917 Freret Street for Thomas McEachin, Esq.
• Appeal BZA003-25 at 2045 N. Rocheblave Street for United Fellowship Full Gospel Baptist Church

City Planning Commission

The Commission will discuss several zoning changes, including requests for business districts and residential rezonings. Members will also review a progress report on the Canal Street study and a year-in-review for the Brownfields Program.

• Zoning change for 1238 Magnolia Street from residential to neighborhood business
• Zoning change for 2109-2113 Saint Maurice Avenue from single-family to two-family residential
• Conditional use for alcohol sales at 1126-1128 Saint Roch Avenue and 2362-2364 Marais Street
• Zoning change for multiple Marr Avenue properties to high intensity mixed-use
• Conditional use for a debris recycling facility at 4501 North Derbigny Street

City Planning Commission

The Orleans Parish City Planning Commission will vote on seven zoning requests, including a change to allow a bar at 1830-1840 North Claiborne Avenue and a rezoning from industrial to auto-oriented commercial at 1600 Kentucky Street. The agenda also includes two subdivision resubdivision proposals and a ratification of administrative approvals. All items are presented with preliminary staff reports for decision.

• Zoning Docket 001/25: Amendment to permit a bar at 1830-1840 North Claiborne Avenue (NOLA Commercial Properties, LLC)
• Zoning Docket 002/25: Change from HI Heavy Industrial to C-2 Auto-Oriented Commercial at 1600 Kentucky Street (Quentella M. Richards)
• Zoning Docket 003/25: Change from HU-RM2 to HU-B1 at 1238 Magnolia Street (Rinky Dink Enterprises, LLC)
• Subdivision Docket 114/24: Resubdivision of lots at 5020-5030 Saint Claude Avenue (St. Paul Church of God in Christ)
• Subdivision Docket 115/24: Resubdivision of lots at 5801-5803 General Haig Street (Susan Silbernagel)

City Planning Commission

The Orleans Parish City Planning Commission will vote on 29 land use requests across six planning districts. Most items involve deciding whether to retain current zoning or approve changes to Mixed-Use, Institutional, or Residential categories. Several applications are being reconsidered because no legal majority was reached during previous hearings.

• PD03-01: Retain General Commercial (GC) at 5400 Tchoupitoulas St. instead of changing to Mixed-Use Medium Density (MUM).
• PD03-05: Retain Residential Low Density Pre-War (RLD-PRE) at 1300-1323 Broadway St. instead of changing to Institutional (INS).
• PD08-02: Modify recommendation to change zoning to Mixed-Use Medium Density (MUM) for land bounded by St. Maurice Ave., Tricou St., Royal St., and Douglass St.
• PD09-19: Reconsider application for land along Lake Forest Blvd., Crowder Blvd., Dwyer Rd., and Mayo Rd. due to lack of legal majority.
• PD09-23: Retain Residential Low-Density Post-War (RLD-POST) at 4402 Reynes St. instead of changing to Residential Multi-Family Post-War (RMF-POST).