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March 11, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Lane Closures on Westbound I-10 for Streetlight Repairs

The City of New Orleans today announced that starting Tuesday, March 12, at approximately 9 a.m., the Department of Public Works (DPW), in close coordination with the Louisiana Department of Transportation (LaDOTD), will close the westbound right lane, along the stretch of I-10 between Dumaine Street and Gravier Street.

March 8, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

New Orleans Recreation Development Commission to Host Annual Summer Camp Expo Saturday, March 9

The City of New Orleans today announced that on Saturday, March 9, the New Orleans Recreation Development (NORD) Commission will host its annual youth Summer Camp Expo from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in five locations across the city.

March 8, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

Traffic Advisory: Lane Closure on Filmore Ave. by 5300 block of Painters St.

The City of New Orleans today announced the Department of Public Works (DPW) contractor Barriere Construction, LLC will be performing a lane closure leading up to the entrance of the 5300 block of Painters Street beginning March 11 through March 18 to accommodate the underground utility work as part of the Gentilly Terrace Group E project. During this time, the two intersections of Painters Street at Filmore Avenue and Painters Street at Selma Street will be closed to vehicular traffic.

March 8, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

Mayor's Neighborhood Engagement Office to Host Neighborhood Cares Day in Pines Village

The Mayor’s Neighborhood Engagement Office (NEO) will host their first Neighborhood Cares Day of the year this Saturday, March 9. This event will take place in the Pines Village neighborhood at Digby Park, 6600 Virgilian St., from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

March 8, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans ARPA Implementation Manager Andrew Sensi Appointed to Serve on National League of Cities Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee

Andrew Sensi, American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Project Manager of New Orleans, LA, has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2024 Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Federal Advocacy Committee. Mr. Sensi was elected to a one-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for NLC’s federal advocacy agenda and policy priorities on sustainability, climate change, community resilience, water infrastructure, solid waste management and more. The appointment was announced by NLC President Mayor David Sander of Rancho Cordova, CA.   

March 8, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans ARPA Implementation Director Trish Diamond, PhD Appointed to Serve on National League of Cities Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee

The City of New Orleans American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Implementation Director Dr. Trish Diamond has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2024 Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee Federal Advocacy Committee. Dr. Diamond was elected to a one-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for NLC’s federal advocacy agenda and policy priorities on transportation and infrastructure. The appointment was announced by NLC President Mayor David Sander of Rancho Cordova, CA.   

March 8, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans ARPA Implementation Director Trish Diamond, PhD Appointed to Lead National League of Cities Council

The City of New Orleans American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Implementation Director Dr. Trish Diamond has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2024 Large Cities Council. Dr Diamond was appointed a one-year term to develop and guide programs among local elected officials from similar communities. The appointment was announced by NLC President Mayor David Sander of Rancho Cordova, CA. 

March 7, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

CITY OF NEW ORLEANS ISSUES OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON PONTALBA BUILDING

March 7, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

CITY OF NEW ORLEANS ANNOUNCES MONTHLY AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT INFORMATION SESSIONS

On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) into law. The $1.9 trillion package is designed to directly combat the COVID-19 pandemic and its impacts to states and municipalities. The City of New Orleans received $388 million in ARPA funds, and as of February 2024, $245 million has been spent and another $48.5 million has been obligated, representing 76 percent of the City’s total appropriation.  

March 6, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

POSTPONED: Lane Closures on Westbound I-10 for Streetlight Repairs

The City of New Orleans today announced that the lane closures for streetlight repairs on westbound I-10 has been postponed due to unforeseen equipment issues.