Higher property tax bills are coming for New Orleans homeowners, but city leaders say it could save essential services from the chopping block. The City Council has unanimously approved a millage roll-forward to bring in over $23 million, aiming to plug a massive budget deficit and protect funding for first responders, shelters, and neighborhood cleanups. Chief Administrative Officer Joe Giarrusso joins Newell to break down what this means for your tax bill and what City Hall plans to deliver with the extra cash.
