The City of New Orleans

Mayor Mitchell J. Landrieu

eGov Services • 1300 Perdido St, New Orleans, LA 70112 • (504) 658-4000

Mayor, Chief Harrison Announce Arrest in Connection with Bourbon Street Shooting

Mayor Landrieu and NOPD Superintendent Chief Michael Harrison announced an arrest in connection with the shooting that took place on Bourbon Street on Sunday, Nov. 27.
Mayor Landrieu Announces Launch of BuildNOLA Mobilization Fund

Mayor Mitch Landrieu joined City officials and philanthropic and small business leaders to announce the launch of the BuildNOLA Mobilization Fund, a pilot loan fund to provide contract financing and mobilization capital for local small businesses and contractors.
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The City needs to hear from you! New Orleans offers many recreation and leisure activities. Tell us which activities you enjoy, what else we should offer, and which days are best for your family to participate in free or affordable recreation and leisure activities.
British Airways Announces Non-Stop Service to London from New Orleans

British Airways announced it will begin year-round service to London from New Orleans beginning March 27, 2017. This new international non-stop flight departs four times per week from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to London Heathrow (LHR).
Mayor Landrieu Presents 2017 Proposed Operating and Capital Budgets

Mayor Landrieu presented the proposed operating and capital budgets for 2017 to the City Council. The $614 million proposed operating budget continues to invest in top priorities, including public safety, job creation, recreation, streets, housing and quality of life.
City Launches Revamped Roadwork.nola.gov Site

The City of New Orleans launched a revamped roadwork.nola.gov external link online tool, allowing residents to search by their address to get block-by-block details on planned, active and completed infrastructure improvements across the city.
City Hosts Tenth STRIVE NOLA Graduation

The City hosted the tenth STRIVE New Orleans (STRIVE NOLA) graduation ceremony. Launched in March 2015, STRIVE NOLA connects disadvantaged jobseekers to employment opportunities by providing workforce case management, foundational skills training and supportive services.
Mayor Landrieu Announces Plans to Establish Low Barrier Shelter for the Homeless

Mayor Landrieu joined City officials and local homelessness service providers to announce plans to establish a low barrier shelter for the homeless at 3101 Erato St. The shelter will be available for those in need of immediate housing.
Mayor Landrieu Reminds Residents of New Flood Insurance Rates

Mayor Landrieu and City officials reminded residents that new flood insurance rates are going into effect on Sept. 30, 2016. More than 53 percent of all properties in New Orleans will benefit from more affordable flood insurance.
Mayor, City Officials Celebrate Accomplishments of Resilient New Orleans

Mayor Landrieu, and Deputy Mayor, CAO, and Chief Resilience Officer Jeff Hebert were joined by 100 Resilient Cities to celebrate the 1st anniversary of Resilient New Orleans, the world’s first-ever comprehensive resilience strategy.
Mayor Landrieu Signs Gun Safety Ordinance into Law

Mayor Landrieu signed an ordinance into law aimed at promoting gun safety in New Orleans. The Ordinance makes new requirements for reporting a lost or stolen gun, makes all NORDC facilities “firearm-free zones” and criminalizes the negligent carrying of a concealed firearm.
Mayor, City Officials Celebrate Opening of Five New NORDC Teen Centers

Mayor Landrieu joined NORDC, City officials, community partners and sponsors to celebrate the opening of 5 new Teen Centers at the City's NORDC facilities. The Centers complement robust teen programming, providing kids ages 12-17 with a safe and structured social environment.
Mayor Signs Executive Order to Make Data More Freely Available to Public

Mayor Landrieu signed an executive order establishing an Open Data Policy, which will institute citywide standards for collecting, maintaining and cataloging data that is free and open to the public.
City Breaks Ground On $1.85 Million O.C. Haley Blvd. Streetscape Project

Mayor Mitch Landrieu joined City and State officials, and community members to celebrate the ground breaking of the Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Streetscape Project in Central City. Construction is scheduled to be completed in spring 2017.
Mayor, Hospitality Leaders Announce City Will Host 2017 NBA All-Star Game

Mayor Landrieu joined local hospitality leaders to announce that New Orleans was chosen to host the NBA 2017 All-Star Game. The All-Star game will fall on February 19, 2017.
Mayor Allocates $500K in Additional Funding for Zika Virus Prevention

Mayor Landrieu joined local officials to remind residents of the precautions they should take to protect themselves and their homes from mosquitos, as well as provide an update on the City’s outreach activities and overall preparedness in the event of a Zika virus occurrence.
Mayor, Condor Announces First Non-Stop Flight to Europe Since 1980s

The Mayor joined Condor, a premier leisure airline, to announce that it will begin seasonal service twice weekly from Frankfurt, Germany to New Orleans from May 3, 2017 to September 27, 2017. This is New Orleans’ first non-stop flight to Europe since the 1980s.

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December 3, 2016

Traffic Advisory: S. Rampart at Poydras Street Lane Restriction

NEW ORLEANS — Today, the City of New Orleans issued a traffic advisory for the intersection of S. Rampart St. and Poydras St. beginning Monday, Dec. 5 at 7 a.m. and lasting through the end of the week. The traffic restrictions will be in place to accommodate the repair of a damaged drainage line at the intersection.

December 2, 2016

Parking Instructions and Traffic Reminders for Events on Weekend of Dec. 3-4

NEW ORLEANS – Today, the City of New Orleans issued parking instructions and reminders in advance of events scheduled for the weekend of Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016 through Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. The public is encouraged to be patient and prepared for delays by making transportation arrangements accordingly.

December 2, 2016

NOLA FOR LIFE, City Health Department, Partners Host Fourth Annual Youth Violence Prevention Summit

NEW ORLEANS – Today, the New Orleans Health Department and partners hosted the fourth annual Youth Violence Prevention Summit at the Andrew P. Sanchez & Copelin-Byrd Multi-Purpose Center at 1616 Caffin Ave in New Orleans, as a part of Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s comprehensive murder reduction strategy, NOLA FOR LIFE.

December 2, 2016