Councilmember questions lack of progress in New Orleans’ recreation master plan [Video]

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) – In an effort to make sure the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission has adequate renovation funding; City Council President Helena Moreno proposed setting aside $100 million in bond funds.

In a letter sent to NORDC and public works officials on Dec. 19, Moreno proposed investing in the city’s families.

Moreno wrote, “Data consistently shows that parks and recreation play a vital role in enhancing community engagement, reducing crime, and improving mental and physical health.”

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Moreno hopes to hear NORDC’s bond proposals in the new year, with the expectation of putting the bonds up for a vote in the spring election cycle.

Her letter comes days after FOX 8 reported that multiple NORDC-run parks and playgrounds were in poor condition with broken equipment and trash.

NORDC says about two years ago, the city stripped $5 million in …