Joint Economic Development and Climate Change and Sustainability Committee Meeting

At the October 27, 2026 joint New Orleans City Council Economic Development and Climate Change and Sustainability Committee meeting, members considered the Omni Hotel pilot term sheet. The Deputy Mayor for Economic Development recommended approval, describing the project as a way to return an underused site to commerce and support the city’s tourism and convention business. The presentation estimated at least $8 million in recurring local property and sales taxes and $18 million in one-time sales and other taxes. The committee approved the resolution 4–0; it is to proceed to the full Council for consideration.

The committee also approved a community solar projects item, with no opposition noted in the transcript. The motion passed, and both items were directed to be placed on the consent agenda for the following week’s Council meeting. No contract awards, vendors, or specific project costs were identified.