Economic Development

Historical Landmark Reopens Sunday

By admin on January 18, 2013

This Sunday evening, January 20th, the Little Gem Saloon will hold a Grand Opening Party to announce the completion of the first business project aimed at revitalization of the historic 400 block of South Rampart Street. A historical landmark, the Little Gem Saloon was first opened in 1903, taking its place among other jazz clubs [...]

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Election Day & the Crescent City Connection

By admin on November 6, 2012

Today is Election Day! Supporting the renewal of the tolls on the CCC is critically important. Bridging Progress has done a wonderful job of laying out the facts of why we need to renew the tolls. Please make sure to go and vote today! The Crescent City Connection is the fifth busiest bridge in the country Other [...]

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City Council President to hold community meeting on Federal City tomorrow

By admin on August 6, 2012

City Council President Jacquelyn Brechtel Clarkson, along with City Council Vice-President Stacy Head and District “C” Councilmember Kristin Gisleson Palmer, will hold a community meeting to update Algiers on Federal City tomorrow. Presentations will be made on the accomplishments at Federal City and plans for the future. The meeting will take place Tuesday, [...]

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July 26 City Council Meeting Agenda

By admin on July 25, 2012

Among the Agenda items scheduled to be heard at tomorrow’s City Council meeting: The Interim District “E” Councilmember is expected to be seated An ordinance to create the Carrollton-Palmetto Economic Development District A resolution urging the Times-Picayune to take any and all actions, including sale of the newspaper to ensure a seven-day-a-week print publication for its loyal [...]

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30 Days Until Jazz Fest!

By admin on March 27, 2012

And here they are: schedules for each day of Jazz Fest 2012!

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French Quarter Festival Press Conference

By admin on March 27, 2012

March 14, 2012 On Wednesday, March 14, French Quarter Festivals Inc. held their 29th Annual French Quarter Festival Press Conference and Merchandise Unveiling at the Court of Two Sisters in the French Quarter. The French Quarter Festival, which will be held this year from April 12 through April 15, is the largest free music festival [...]

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March 15 Council Meeting Summary

By admin on March 20, 2012

New Orleans City Council passed resolutions supporting Louisiana House and Senate Bills strengthening ethics reform and requesting that the State of Louisiana and the Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals study the feasibility of establishing a regional mental health clinic.

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Council President Clarkson Honored by French Quarter Business Association

By admin on March 16, 2012

At this year’s annual French Quarter Business Association (FQBA) Installation and Awards Dinner, City Council President Jacquelyn Brechtel Clarkson was honored to receive a beautiful Lifetime Achievement Award.

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March Madness is here!

By admin on March 15, 2012

Check out the many free events happening during Final Four 2012 weekend here in New Orleans!

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March 1, 2012 City Council Regular Meeting Summary

By admin on March 2, 2012

New Orleans City Council passed resolutions supporting an Entergy New Orleans customer service center in New Orleans East and commending the New Orleans Police Department on its 2012 Mardi Gras season coordination.

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