Alexandria, LA (4/29/2024) – The Mayor’s Office has issued a notice for an upcoming briefing scheduled for Today, April 29, 3024, at 3:45 P.M. The location for this event is the City Council Chambers.
While not categorized as a formal meeting of the City Council, the briefing will address critical aspects of governance, particularly in the realms of basic services, infrastructure, and resourcing.
The agenda for the briefing includes discussions on various vital topics, such as water services (comments allowed), a topic of paramount importance for residents’ health. Additionally, other essential services and infrastructure needs will be deliberated upon.
Of particular note is the discussion on the Mayor-Council form of government, rooted in the principle of Home Rule. This system is designed to foster collaboration between elected officials and administrative bodies, aiming to provide checks and balances to ensure accountability and transparency in decision-making processes. However, recent actions by the council have raised concerns regarding limited access to the proposed 2024/2025 budget and additional unnecessary steps to obtain supporting documentation for agenda items.
The agenda will also include the appointment of a new director for the Alexandria Utility System, a decision critical to the effective management of municipal utilities.
