The bill amends and reenacts several provisions of R.S. 25:799 concerning the French Quarter Management District in Orleans Parish, enhancing its purpose, powers, and governance. Key insertions include the district's focus on enhancing public safety, reducing homelessness, and improving infrastructure and sanitation. The bill specifies that any additional security services provided by the district will be supplemental to existing services from the state or city. It also outlines the district's powers to finance safety and sanitation services, enforce laws related to the quality of life for tourists, and utilize the city of New Orleans for procuring services.

Additionally, the bill modifies the boundaries of the Faubourg Marigny subdistrict to include the Frenchmen Street corridor and mandates that at least fifteen percent of the district's annual budget be allocated to public safety, homelessness reduction, and infrastructure enhancements. The district is also granted the ability to procure public works valued at $150,000 or less through informal bidding. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
SB365 Original: 25:799(A)(2)
SB365 Engrossed: 25:799(A)(2)
SB365 Reengrossed: 25:799(A)(2)
SB365 Enrolled: 25:799(A)(2)
SB365 Act 766: 25:799(A)(2)