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Council pledges to work with incoming administration and auditor to deliver NOPD retention bonuses

New Orleans City Council · January 12, 2026

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Summary

The council unanimously adopted a resolution pledging cooperation with the incoming administration and the Louisiana Legislative Auditor to ensure timely payment of retention bonuses owed to New Orleans Police Department members, while noting the auditor's request for additional time to confirm recipients.

The City Council unanimously adopted resolution r26-3, pledging to work with the incoming administration, the New Orleans Police Department and the Louisiana Legislative Auditor to ensure retention‑bonus payments are issued as promptly as possible.

Mayor‑elect Lehi Moreno (referred to as Moreno in the transcript) told the council he had spoken with the legislative auditor, who agreed the city could use the revenue anticipation note to make the payments but asked for a short delay so the auditor could verify recipients and avoid errors. Council members emphasized the need for accuracy and transparency in distributing the bonuses.

Council member Green and Council President Morrell both praised the mayor‑elect's prompt response and said the resolution was intended to put the commitment in writing while respecting the auditor's review. Council member Harris (incoming budget chair) said he preferred a short delay if it ensured correct payments rather than paying quickly and incorrectly. The resolution passed by voice vote after suspension and addition to the agenda, recorded by the clerk as 7 yeas, no nays.