We can’t keep putting off finding funding for drainage in New Orleans

By Newell Normand

Source: WWL Radio

January 14, 2026

The Bureau of Governmental Research (BGR) released a report earlier this week called “Paying for Drainage,” examining the Sewerage & Water Board’s effort to develop a drainage funding proposal that can keep up with New Orleans’ growing needs at a time when storms are becoming more intense and frequent. This is an issue that concerns everyone in our city. Becky Mowbray, President & CEO of the Bureau of Governmental Research (BGR), and Stephen Stuart, Vice President & Research Director of BGR, join Newell to discuss.

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