The Carrollton plant’s drinking-water grade fell to a “D.” But that doesn’t mean the water coming from New Orleans faucets today is unsafe, state health department says.
Tag: Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans
Posted inBehind The Lens
Behind The Lens episode 229: ‘Backtracking on promises’
Nick Chrastil on Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams’s decision to work closely with newly elected Governor Jeff Landry’s office, despite his progressive campaign promises.
Aidan McCahill on New Orleans water bills, some of the highest in the nation, and seniors who are feeling the pinch.
Posted inIn the N.O.
Down the Drain
The Lower 9 senior center – based in Andrew “Pete” Sanchez Multi-Service Center – has the highest participation rate of any senior center in New Orleans. It’s a must-do stop for candidates running for any office. Seniors eat hot meals and compete at the center’s two tables reserved for cards: one for spades and one […]
Posted inCharter Schools
Lagniappe Academies seeks refund for water bills it paid
The water system stopped billing schools after Katrina, but the school was charged nearly $9,000.
Posted inCharter Schools, Schools
Sewerage and Water Board to start billing New Orleans schools for water use
Schools haven’t been billed for water since Hurricane Katrina.
Posted inGovernment & Politics
Marcia St. Martin says S&WB should pay her replacement more than $206,000
Will the incoming executive director be the highest-paid official in New Orleans government?