NOLA City Council

10/15/2026

During today’s regular meeting, the Council celebrated three individuals and organizations whose service, creativity, and commitment continue to make a difference in our community.

The STUDs Club was honored for 80 years of civic engagement, community service, and scholarship support for students attending Louisiana HBCUs.

Patrick Thomas, WGNO’s first African-American Chief Photographer, was recognized for an incredible 45-year career in broadcast journalism following his retirement this month.

The Council also celebrated the Young Artivist Clubs for empowering New Orleans youth through art, civic engagement, and community service, including the inaugural Young Artivist Day held in September.

Congratulations to all of today’s honorees, and thank you for the many ways you continue to inspire and strengthen our community.

10/13/2026

This week in the Council Chamber🏛

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

10/02/2026

During Thursday’s regular meeting, the Council honored the lives and legacies of two New Orleanians whose dedication to community, history, advocacy, and public service left a lasting impact.

The Council adopted Motion M-26-423 to designate the intersection of Lake Forest Boulevard and Wright Road as the “Taj Rudolph Honorary Intersection.” A lifelong New Orleanian and District E community advocate, Taj Rudolph dedicated his life to connecting residents with resources, addressing quality-of-life concerns, and supporting communities through challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic and Hurricane Ida. His commitment to helping others continued through his final act of organ donation.

The Council also adopted Resolution R-26-422 honoring the late Frank Perez, a historian, author, tour guide, advocate, and beloved French Quarter personality who dedicated decades to documenting and preserving New Orleans LGBTQ+ history. Through his writing, advocacy, community leadership, and work with organizations including the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana, Perez helped ensure that an important part of the city’s history would continue to be shared with future generations.

The Council extends its condolences to the families, loved ones, friends, and communities of both Rudolph and Perez as New Orleans continues to honor their contributions and legacies.

10/02/2026

Ordinances, Motions, and Resolutions 🏛️

Check out the highlights from Thursday’s regular meeting!

📺 Watch the full meeting: https://www.youtube.com/live/IZlnmbJ8UiA?si=MxavEKjmmDSRpmSj

🎧 Listen to the whole meeting: https://open.spotify.com/show/0s0Xbk3J4TeP1gf3XNdFdS?si=YOSU5Bb2Th6d9tLl94noQQ

💻 Visit our website for more: council.nola.gov

10/01/2026

10/01/2026

Before today’s meeting, the New Orleans City Council held a Special Order of Business recognizing the 13th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Day and honoring the medical professionals, support organizations, survivors, advocates, and service agencies whose work continues to make an impact throughout our community. 🎀

Councilmembers heard from Denise Roubion-Johnson, DrNP; Lacie L. Tillman, PhD, MPH; Shawn McKinney, MD, MPH, FACS; Michelle Marie Luck, MD, BSN, MACI; and Melissa N. Bean-Tanner, NP.

The Council also recognized breast cancer survivors and advocates Mrs. Florence Collier-Smith; former Councilmember and State Senator Cynthia Willard-Lewis; Ms. Linda Baker; Ms. Elaine Kimbrell; Ms. Thyn Oo; Mrs. Patricia Williams; Ms. Patriana Hart; and Ms. Jann Wynne.

Their stories, advocacy, and continued commitment help raise awareness and strengthen support for individuals and families impacted by breast cancer throughout New Orleans.

09/28/2026

Budget Season is underway! 💼📊

Tomorrow marks the beginning of the 2027 Budget Hearings, where City departments and agencies will present their proposed budgets, priorities, and funding needs before the Council.

Follow along throughout the budget process and view the full hearing schedule on the Council website. You can also tune in live on our website, YouTube, or Facebook.

09/23/2026

Join us for National Night Out Against Crime! 💙

Come on out and kick off the evening on Tuesday, October 6, at Morris F.X. Jeff, Sr. Park from 4:30–6:30 p.m. with local resources, free food, and family-friendly fun.

Kids can hit the court during a basketball clinic with the New Orleans Pelicans, get creative with the Krewe of Muses, explore hands-on activities from the Louisiana Children’s Museum and more.

Bring the family, meet your neighbors and spend the evening with us!