New Orleans City Council Vice-President Helena Moreno says she will introduce a resolution calling on the National Football League to "ignite a thorough review of officiating rules, the use of replay technology, and an evaluation of how the NFL assess conflicts of interest within the Officiating Department."
"As a member of Who Dat Nation, I, like many, consider the Saints family," said Councilmember Moreno. "When an injustice is visited upon a member of our family, we must call for and receive real accountability. What we saw on Sunday broke our hearts. I don't accept that there's 'nothing we can do.' I want answers. That's why I've filed a resolution calling up the NFL to hold itself accountable for the officiating debacle and provide a comprehensive review of their policies, rules, and procedures regarding these types of 'blown calls.' We want to ensure that no other team or fanbase will suffer the consequences of the same type of inexcusable mistake in the future."
Moreno said the resolution will be heard at the council meeting this Thursday. Depsite there being only seven members on the New Orleans City Council, Moreno's office said the resolution is expected to pass 28-3.