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The French Quarter is set to draw from its trust fund to bolster public safety and quality-of-life programs, despite projected expenses outpacing revenues.

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French Quarter Economic Development District approves 2026 budget, plans drawdown from trust fund
The French Quarter Economic Development District presented strong 2025 KPIs and approved a 2026 budget that draws approximately $443,210.29 from the trust fund to finance public-safety and homelessness programs, with funding prioritized for supplemental police patrols.
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December 17, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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The Orleans Parish District Attorney warns that proposed 30% budget cuts could devastate public safety efforts and undermine recent crime reduction successes.

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District attorney urges against steep cuts, points to NoDICE and diversion gains
The district attorney described recent public-safety gains driven by place-based initiatives and prosecution units and urged the council not to enact proposed deep cuts (office called a 30% reduction "devastating"). He said cuts would reduce prosecutors and victim services and risk trial outcomes and public-safety progress.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:16 AM
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NOSEP is sounding the alarm over potential funding cuts that could jeopardize New Orleans' emergency preparedness and public safety.

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Community advocates press council to protect NOSEP funding as homeland security office warns of grant losses
The Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOSEP) told the committee proposed cuts could reduce readiness and called on council support; community groups urged a 10% increase to NOSEP, arguing preparedness is core public safety.
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October 21, 2025 at 6:43 AM
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New Orleans City Council is taking bold steps to combat alcohol-impaired crashes and improve environmental health, with new ordinances aiming to enhance public safety in the community.

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New Orleans Council Approves Health Department Budget to Combat Alcohol Impairment Crashes
Councilman Green highlights 33 traffic fatalities as budget aims to reduce serious crashes.
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September 25, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Homeland Security is implementing an extensive security plan for Super Bowl 59, deploying over 100 K-9 units and aerial assets to ensure a safe and thrilling experience for all attendees.

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Federal agencies coordinate security plan for Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans
Homeland Security leads a collaborative effort to ensure safety for Super Bowl 59.
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February 11, 2025 at 7:51 AM