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Jenny Mains economic development; West End HB892; Riverfront debut; Bywater clearance; MSY TSA review; Pelicans G League

Jenny Mains economic development; West End HB892; Riverfront debut; Bywater clearance; MSY TSA review; Pelicans G League

Key Questions

What is HB892 about for West End?

HB892 to create an economic development district in West End cleared the House, sponsored by Hilferty. Moreno and Sheng hosted a West End forum.

When does Riverfront Park phase 1 debut?

Phase 1 of Riverfront Park (6.3 acres, $30M) debuts mid-April as one of the country's longest riverfront parks.

What is happening with the Bywater homeless camp?

Clearance of the Bywater homeless camp is set for April 16 to make way for naval base and park development.

What is the City Council reviewing for MSY?

The Council is reviewing TSA fixes and a 20-year plan at Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) after shutdown impacts and line improvements.

What G League news for Pelicans?

Pelicans G League team is set for Kenner starting 2026-27.

When is the JP Powerboat Grand Prix?

The 2nd Annual New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix on Lake Pontchartrain is April 11-12 in Jefferson Parish.

What ferry service resumed?

Algiers-Canal Street ferry resumed after construction closure on March 25.

What developments are opposed?

Tulane housing and Ted's Frostop demo face opposition, with HDLC review on Wednesday; One Canal sale noted.

HB892/Hilferty econ district clears House; Moreno-Sheng West End forum; JP Powerboat Grand Prix Apr 11-12 Lake Pontchartrain. Riverfront Park phase 1 debuts mid-Apr (6.3ac $30M); Bywater homeless camp clearance for naval base/park Apr 16. Council reviews MSY TSA fixes/20yr plan; Pelicans G League Kenner 2026-27; One Canal sale; Algiers ferry resumed; Tulane housing/Ted's Frostop demo opposed (HDLC Wed).

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Updated Apr 8, 2026
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