Economist: Tax amnesty scheme doesn’t purge budget of shaky revenue sources
The amnesty plan was proposed after Gov. Jindal blocked a proposal to trim business tax breaks.
Enrollment and finances holding strong; new calendar moves up start and closing by a week
“We receive federal and state money, and those payment schedules are different. This loan would be a consistent sum to have, rather than waiting for checks,” treasurer Herbert Patterson said.
Coastal restoration efforts complicated by lack of plan for Mississippi River
Though the river is crucial to the economic and environmental well-being of 31 states, there's no plan to manage competing uses of the river water. Shipping companies, municipal water supplies, industrial plants and coastal restoration projects all need water. How will we decide who gets what?
Lycée board votes to extend CEO job offer and approves three new board members
Six months after its last CEO resigned, Lycée will make an offer to a new permanent leader.
Morris Jeff’s $3.9 million budget anticipates growth of 75 students
The school hosts a public hearing on its budget tonight at 6 p.m.
Mother’s Day shooting reminds us that no one is immune from street violence
"At any given moment, something can jump out," said Deb Cotton in an interview last year. Cotton has spent the last several years documenting second-lines and brass bands. How can New Orleans preserve those traditions and create a sense of safety for participants?
ReNEW board receives $33 million budget, schedules June vote
Take over of Schaumburg Elementary means more revenue and more expense.
Success Prep co-founder resigns post for another in Texas: ‘Transformation is complete’
Challenges facing the F school include how to expand in a crowded facility that relies on partitions to separate classes.
Marcia St. Martin says S&WB should pay her replacement more than $206,000
Morris Jeff seeks public input on its $3.9 million 2013-14 budget proposal
A public hearing is set for Monday at 6 p.m. at the school.
