Residents invited to share their vision for cleaner, greener transportation in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS – The City of New Orleans, led by the Office of Resilience & Sustainability, invites residents to attend a series of public meetings November 12 – 14, to learn about and provide input on the City’s Electric Transportation Roadmap. These community meetings are a critical part of the City’s effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance towards the ambitious goals of the City’s Climate Action Plan.
A public survey will be open from October 31 through November 27, to collect more feedback. Residents’ feedback will directly shape the development of the Electric Transportation Roadmap, a blueprint for creating a more sustainable, equitable, and modern transportation system.
“This is a unique opportunity for every New Orleanian to help design the clean and efficient transportation system our city deserves, while also aligning this plan with the City’s larger climate action goals,” said Mayor LaToya Cantrell. “Whether you’re already using electric vehicles or just curious about the future of transportation, your input is vital to ensuring that our roadmap reflects the needs of everyone in our community.”
A Path to a Greener and Fairer Future
The Electric Transportation Roadmap aims to not only lower emissions but also bring tangible economic and social benefits to the city. As transportation reform is crucial to reducing the City’s greenhouse-gas emissions by 50% by 2035, the roadmap will support key initiatives like workforce development to support a growing electrified transportation landscape in the City. With the global electric vehicle (EV) market projected to exceed $1 trillion by 2030, this initiative will position New Orleans to take advantage of new economic opportunities, create jobs, and foster local business growth.
“New Orleans is on the frontlines of climate change, and we must act now to ensure a livable future for all of our residents,” said Greg Nichols, Deputy Chief Resilience Officer for the City of New Orleans. “The Electric Transportation Roadmap is about making real changes that will provide cleaner, more accessible transportation options for everyone – whether you own a car or rely on public transit. By working together, we can build a transportation system that not only reduces emissions but also improves the daily lives of people across our city.”
Public Input is Critical to Success
The City is committed to ensuring that historically underserved communities have a strong voice in shaping the plan. Input from residents – whether they own an electric vehicle, rely on public transit, or are unfamiliar with electrification – will help build a transportation system that benefits all New Orleans residents.
“The series of in-person community meetings and the online survey give every resident the chance to be part of a transformative plan for our city,” said Matthew Rufo, Transportation Policy & Program Manager at the Office of Resilience & Sustainability. “By gathering input from across the city, we can make sure the roadmap is both inclusive and forward-looking.”
The community meetings will take place on November 12, 13, and 14, at locations across the city. Each session will offer residents the chance to interact with experts working on the Roadmap, learn about future plans, and contribute their thoughts.
How to Participate
In-Person Meetings Schedule:
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 5:30 P.M. – 6:45 P.M.
Location: East New Orleans Regional
5641 Read Boulevard New Orleans, LA 70127
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Time: 5:30 P.M. – 6:45 P.M.
Location: Algiers Regional Library
3014 Holiday Drive New Orleans, LA 70131
Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 5:30 P.M. – 6:45 P.M.
Location: Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
5120 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA 70115
Online Survey:
Residents can access the survey here and are encouraged to share it with friends, family, and neighbors.
- Survey Dates: October 31 – November 27, 2024
- Languages Available: English, Spanish, and Vietnamese
- Deadline: November 27, 2024
Get Involved and Stay Informed
Community leaders, organizations, and media outlets are urged to help spread the word and encourage as many people as possible to participate. The in-person meeting feedback and survey results will not only guide the development of the Electric Transportation Roadmap but also shape future outreach and engagement efforts.
For media interviews or additional information about the Electric Transportation Roadmap and the public survey, please contact Anna Nguyen at anna.nguyen@nola.gov.
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