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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

#RECAP 2027 Budget Hearings Week 1 This week, we kicked off the first week of budget hearings and received presentations from the Department of Finance, NOPD, NOFD, and more. Let's go over the highlights for this week and talk all things #BUDGET. www.instagram.com/p/Dd_ruRbk8mJ/

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#RECAP Budget Hearings Week 1

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Special thanks to Robert W. Fieseler, Chris Trentacoste, and Tomy Acosta for helping us honor his memory. He will be missed.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Today @nolacitycouncil recognized the life of a historian, a local tour guide, and a friend to many - Frank Perez Frank was a witty and selfless advocate who loved his community, and today was proof that his community loved him right back.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

2027 Budget Hearings start TOMORROW!🔔 IMPORTANT: Note that the schedule is subject to change The public is encouraged to attend in person or watch online on the NOLA City Council YouTube page 📺

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Thank you @thekreweofdolly for organizing today’s event, and shoutout to @fleurty_girl for helping raise $65,000 for the Krewe of Dolly to help grow Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for Orleans Parish 📖

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Happy 9-2-5 Day, New Orleans! 🎶☕️ With a legacy as big as Dolly Parton’s, New Orleans had to celebrate her the only way we know how — a parade full of music and joy!

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#UPDATE Budget hearings start next week, and the Moreno Administration is making sure the public can follow along as city departments discuss their proposed budgets for 2027. Have a good weekend, and enjoy 9 to 5 Day with the Krewe of Dolly! www.instagram.com/p/DdsGSF2grJD/

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City of New Orleans 2027 Budget Materials

View proposed budget cuts here (Pages 29-33) View 2027 proposed budget book here

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

www.instagram.com/p/DdcOE8_DiXe/

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Public input will be critical to balancing a budget that includes necessary cuts while also maintaining our most essential city services. As always, meetings will be open to the public, and residents are encouraged to attend. Watch online at @nolacitycouncil YouTube page

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The 2027 Budget Season is here! This Tuesday, September 22nd, the Moreno Administration will present the proposed budget for 2027 to the City Council, and there's a lot to go over. We are also beginning the conversation about what rolling the millages forward would look like. youtu.be/cX3IX8oYWk4

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2027 Budget Season Is Here!

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Today's tributes are only a fraction of the accolades that Big Duck deserves, and his legacy will live on in the city of New Orleans, in our hearts and in our work!

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Not only is he a hometown hero, but a nationally recognized civil rights leader who fought for the rights of Black people everywhere. His work with generations of Black children throughout our city, in particular, has inspired families to rededicate themselves to our community.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Today, the @nolacitycouncil officially renamed the Treme Rec Center to the Jerome Smith Treme Recreation Community Center. Additionally, at the family's request, and with support from #TambourineAndFan, we will rename Hunter's Field after Big Duck to honor his legacy at a future date.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I’m certainly interested but I need to double check dates. I certainly only looking at it from a utility regulator/ zoning standpoint as a council person. I have personal opinions about the collapse of humanity but that is less of an expert perspective.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

This Thursday, @nolacitycouncil will honor Big Duck at our regular meeting, and we invite the entire community to join us in celebrating his extraordinary life and legacy. Rest well, Big Duck. Your impact on our city and our people will never be forgotten. 🕊️

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

A legacy like Jerome “Big Duck” Smith’s deserves the highest respect from the City of New Orleans. Big Duck was many things to many people. He was a Freedom Rider and civil rights leader, but also a mentor, an advocate, and a friend to all who knew him.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Proud to stand with @together_neworleans as we make the final push for the Neighborhood Power Plan 🔋 We’re learning from previous storms to develop strategies to keep the lights on during storms. Look out for this voting item at an upcoming Climate & Sustainability Committee Meeting!

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Happy Birthday to my mom, Cynthia Hedge-Morrell!🎉 She’s the best mom (and Grandmother) that a guy could ask for and I wouldn’t be the man I am today without the support (and sacrifices) she’s made to get me here! Everyone please join me in wishing her a happy birthday!

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Here’s what’s actually happening, why we’re here, and what the proposal does. www.instagram.com/p/Dc1zZBIjDRM/

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

There are some very real costs involved in providing sanitation services, questions about how those costs have been covered, and some important changes being proposed. So what exactly is changing? Why is the fee increasing? Where does that money go? And what does this mean for residents?

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JP Morrell Breaks Down The Sanitation Fee Increase

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

#WATCH I’ve gotten a lot of questions about the proposed sanitation fee increase, so let’s talk about it. There’s a lot more to this than simply “the fee is going up.” youtu.be/E4mumG3VEMA

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JP Morrell Breaks Down The Sanitation Fee Increase

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

You can also send me an email, please copy James Baker and/or Julia Zuckerman, and we can follow up once you get the 311 number

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

... and the people who worked tirelessly to rebuild what was lost. No matter where you went, or whether you returned after Katrina, New Orleans is home.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

21 years later, Hurricane Katrina remains one of the defining moments in New Orleans history. For those of us who grew up here, Katrina changed everything. But it also showed us what makes this city so special: the people who stayed, the people who came back ... youtube.com/shorts/0ZQNG...

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

#WATCH As we approach the 21st anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, I wanted to share an interview I did with my mother, Cynthia Hedge-Morrell, to talk about her experience as a sitting councilmember during Katrina, what the news coverage gets right, and what it gets wrong. youtu.be/raMjRO-41SM

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Katrina 21: A Conversation with Cynthia Hedge-Morrell

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

and I'm proud that this @nolacitycouncil, along with the Moreno Administration, is getting the job done for MidCity residents!

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Demolition at Mercy Hospital is underway! The beginning of demolition is not only a major win for nearby residents, but for users of the Lafitte Greenway as well. This moment is 20+ years in the making ...

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

His dedication, passion, and impact will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and the entire community as they mourn the loss of a true giant. #RIP

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

I’m incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of local LGBTQ+ historian and activist Frank Perez. Frank was a tireless advocate for his community, and my office was proud to work alongside him on a variety of projects, like the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We love this special place and will keep working with anyone who wants to preserve it for generations to come. And shoutout to @dirtycoast for creating these fantastic shirts!

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

That’s something worth protecting, not punishing. Loving New Orleans doesn’t take anything away from the rest of Louisiana. We can celebrate what makes this city unique while recognizing the incredible people and places across our state. Division helps no one.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We’ve never asked for special treatment, only fair treatment. The attacks on our city aren’t because we’re “special.” They’re because we dare to be different. New Orleans welcomes everyone. We celebrate our diversity, our culture, and the belief that a rising tide lifts all ships.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

The people of New Orleans do think we’re special. ⚜️ History agrees. From the Louisiana Purchase to the birth of jazz, New Orleans has shaped our nation and continues to be one of the world’s great cultural destinations.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

It's a huge reason why we are facing this budget crisis. In November, New Orleans voters have the opportunity to increase financial transparency in the city's budget. This will be a game changer for how we budget moving forward! www.instagram.com/p/DbrVgexDbwY/

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

#DidYouKnow there's a proposed charter amendment on your fall ballot? Historically, the City of New Orleans' budget has been treated as a giant suggestion. Prior administrations could move funds around and spend at their discretion without any public feedback. www.youtube.com/shorts/ckUD-...

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How Upcoming Charter Amendment Will Increase Financial Transparency in New Orleans

#DidYouKnow there's a proposed charter amendment on your fall ballot? Historically, the City of New Orleans' budget has been treated as a giant suggestion. Prior administrations could move funds…

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

I actually saw the article tied to this post along with the John Oliver episode this week. It’s a lot of food for thought. Thanks for bringing it to my attention. There still a lot of public conversations that need to happen.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

SWBNO Reform Updates From Yesterday's Joint Committee Meeting 💧 The legislative package of key SWBNO reforms advanced out of committee and will now be voted on by the full Council on August 6th. Have a good weekend, New Orleans! www.instagram.com/reel/Dbde89E... www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7qy...

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SWBNO Reform Updates From Yesterday's Joint Committee Meeting 💧

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

ParkMobile still operates a variety of parking lots throughout the city so the App still “functions” but, as far as I know, parking.com is supposed to the processor. I’ll escalate this to parking enforcement to get you and answer but it’s entirely possible that you’re setting money on 🔥

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

It’s why we’re working on Waymo regulations right now even though they aren’t “on” & taking hails. Also why we kicked Data Centers to CPC to study. We have an obligation to regulate &/ or prohibit new kinds of industries. NOLA needs to be proactive, not reactive, to new developing technologies.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

There was this bizarre narrative for AirBNB and Uber that they were “inevitable” so municipalities felt pressured for them to let them write their own regs so revenue could be actualized as quickly as possible. This always ends badly.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

You probably remember this Kevin but, then Rep, Helena Moreno and I actually wrote OP-Ed’s against the whole AirBNB gold rush when the camel was poking its nose under the tent.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

It’s on my list of things to push this out to a rebid for a better user experience. Just using my own anecdotal experience, personally and from friends, the lack of a coherent app is losing the city money when frustrated drivers just give up and hope a meter maid doesn’t catch them.

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JP Morrell @jpmorrell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Parking.com was giving the contract (or swapped out) by the Cantrell administration without any public outreach. Signage is confusing, there is no “app” and its coin flip as to whether your payment will go through on their website.

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