Charter (New Orleans)

Letters: Glad more NOLA citizens looking at what kind of government they want

By Rebecca Mowbray

Source: The Times-Picayune | Nola.com

January 11, 2024

The Nov. 28 column by former mayor Sidney Barthelemy and assessor Erroll Williams makes some vital points about the...

New Orleans City Council flexes muscle with new oversight power

By Carlie Koliath Wells

Source: Axios New Orleans

The New Orleans City Council this week is flexing its new confirmation powers in the hiring process for top...

Government Watchdog Supports New Orleans Ballot Propositions

By Biz New Orleans Staff

Source: Biz New Orleans

October 13, 2023

NEW ORLEANS — From the Bureau of Governmental Research: New Orleans voters will head to the polls on Saturday...

Election guide for Louisiana’s Oct. 14 primary

By Chelsea Brasted

Source: Axios New Orleans

October 12, 2023

Louisianans head to the polls Saturday to vote in the gubernatorial primary. Why it matters: Just about every statewide...

New Orleans has a couple important measures on the ballot. Here’s what you need to know

By Tommy Tucker

Source: WWL Radio

October 4, 2023

BGR President and CEO Rebecca Mowbray discussed BGR’s reports on the October 14, 2023, ballot propositions with WWL Radio...

New Orleans to vote on funding school repairs, two changes to city charter

By Sophie Kasakove

Source: The Times-Picayune | Nola.com

October 1, 2023

New Orleans voters heading to the polls Oct. 14 will punch ballots for governor, the legislature and several other...

Election 2023 Preview: Ballot Initiatives

By Clancy DuBos

Source: Gambit

September 29, 2023

This year, Louisiana voters are once again being asked to weigh in on a number of policy issues. At...

Voter Education Guide: Saturday, October 14, 2023

By Antigravity Voter Guide Team

Source: Antigravity Magazine

September 28, 2023

Excerpt: PW HRC Amendment Prop. No. 1 of 2 – Art. VI, Sec. 6-102 & 6-104 – CCShall Article...

BGR Analyzes New Orleans Propositions on October 14 Ballot

September 21, 2023

Today, the Bureau of Governmental Research (BGR) releases three On the Ballot reports for the October 14 election. The...

May 24 Webinar Explores Choices in Cities’ Basic Governing Structures

May 24, 2023

Today, the Bureau of Governmental Research presented a webinar, entitled “Designing City Governments for Success.” This event featured two...