City Council approves new oversight, housing, and utility measures

At its March 26, 2026 meeting, the New Orleans City Council passed several measures that affect city operations and residents:

  • Criminal justice oversight: Ordinance No. 35,127 now requires criminal justice agencies to use the City’s BRASS system to track spending. Agencies must provide quarterly updates, with the rule taking effect June 1, 2026.
  • Housing Trust Fund update: Ordinance No. 35,387 revises how the Housing Trust Fund is managed, adding new advisory members and adjusting reporting and appointment timelines.
  • West End redevelopment: Resolution R-26-126 supports a state bill to create a West End Economic Development District across Orleans and…

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