On Thursday, the New Orleans City Council unanimously passed a ban on most Airbnb and other short-term rentals in the city.
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The Truth About Juvenile Crime in New Orleans
June 4, 2019This week, New Orleans implemented a strict curfew and a host of other interventions intended to address a “spike” in juvenile crime.
City Council Calls For More Transparency on Traffic Cameras
April 11, 2019On Wednesday, the New Orleans City Council called on more transparency from the Cantrell administration regarding enforcement thresholds on traffic cameras.
Driving or Parking in Bike Lanes Now Costs $300
March 29, 2019The New Orleans City Council approved increased fines for driving or parking in bike lanes. What used to cost $40 will now incur an initial penalty of $300.
New Orleans Getting Ready for 5G
March 16, 2019On Thursday, the New Orleans City Council signed off on regulations for “small cell networks,” which could serve as the local foundation for 5G cellular technology. It’s a move that members of the council hope will make New Orleans more competitive with other larger cities. It’s also another step towards making New Orleans a “smart […]
Local Businesses Beware: City Begins Enforcing Charge of $350 Per Table for Outdoor Seating
March 7, 2019The $350 per-table charge is part of City Ordinance #27625, which was passed in late October 2017.
No Revote on Entergy Plant, Council Considers $5M Fine
February 13, 2019Three members of the City Council issued a statement indicating that a vote repealing the approval of the Entergy plant is unlikely.
New Orleans City Council Resolves to End DA’s Practice of Jailing Victims
February 7, 2019On Thursday, the New Orleans City Council approved a resolution calling for the DA to end the practice of jailing victims.
And How the Boards will Link
December 1, 2018On December 8th, 2018, voters in New Orleans will return to the polls—not only for run-off elections but also to consider revising the City Charter of New Orleans to change the makeup of the Sewerage and Water Board.
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