NOLA City Council

NOLA City Council The legislative branch of New Orleans City government responsible for policy-making and enacting all laws governing Orleans Parish. |

The New Orleans City Council is the legislative branch of New Orleans city government. The Council considers and enacts all local laws that govern the City of New Orleans. The Council also approves the operating and capital budgets for the City, as recommended by the mayor, and continually monitors revenues and expenditures for local government operations. The City Council is also the regulatory b

ody for public utilities. It also reviews and has final say on many land use and zoning matters, as well as considers major economic development projects for the City. As a Board of Review for Orleans Parish, the Council examines appeals of property tax assessments for real estate taxes, and certifies tax rolls to the Louisiana Tax Commission. Other responsibilities of the Council include overseeing the operation of the public access television in Orleans Parish.

This week in the Council Chamber🏛Stay informed on upcoming meetings and view full agendas at council.nola.gov/meetings
09/08/2026

This week in the Council Chamber🏛

Stay informed on upcoming meetings and view full agendas at council.nola.gov/meetings

Before today’s meeting, the Council recognized Susan Larson on her retirement from New Orleans Public Radio, where she s...
09/03/2026

Before today’s meeting, the Council recognized Susan Larson on her retirement from New Orleans Public Radio, where she served as the longtime host of The Reading Life and Bookmark.

Councilmembers praised Larson as a dedicated advocate for literature and celebrated her contributions to New Orleans’ literary community, including her acclaimed book, The Booklover’s Guide to New Orleans.

While Larson was unable to attend in person, Paul Maassen and Joanna Sternberg of WWNO accepted the proclamation on her behalf.

09/03/2026
A big win for the youth of New Orleans! 🏟️Councilmembers Freddie King III and Jean-Paul Morrell joined InspireNOLA Chart...
09/01/2026

A big win for the youth of New Orleans! 🏟️

Councilmembers Freddie King III and Jean-Paul Morrell joined InspireNOLA Charter Schools, Mayor Helena Moreno, New Orleans Recreation Development Commission and other city and state leaders today to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the newly renovated Morris F.X. Jeff Stadium.

With more than $1 million in upgrades, the stadium will provide a first-class playing experience for New Orleans student-athletes for years to come.

Investing in our young people means investing in the future of our city.

09/01/2026
08/25/2026

Today, the Economic Development & Special Development Projects Committee held a meeting to discuss and vote on a code amendment to the City’s Responsible Contracting Ordinance.

The committee also voted on a Consulting Services Agreement and a Loan Agreement. Finally, the committee received a presentation regarding Mayoral Executive Order HM 26-21 and the New Orleans East Innovation and Industrial Corridors.

Check out a Recap of the meeting from Committee Chair Matthew Willard

Today, Councilmembers joined Katrina 20 and Hip Hop Caucus at a Katrina 21 press conference, honoring the people of New ...
08/24/2026

Today, Councilmembers joined Katrina 20 and Hip Hop Caucus at a Katrina 21 press conference, honoring the people of New Orleans who fought to preserve our city, communities, and culture in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

We will never forget.⚜️

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