City Council President J.P. Morrell told an enthusiastic audience of family, friends, business and community leaders last week that he was confident the City of New Orleans would make great strides under the leadership of a new mayor and city council to be elected in the fall.
Morrell made his remarks during a fundraiser. He told attendees that by supporting him, they were also supporting the region’s future. His comments were especially appreciated by his parents — former City Councilmember Cynthia Hedge Morrell and former Clerk of Criminal District Court Arthur Morrell — who understand the commitment their son has made to serve the citizens of New Orleans. Public service has long been a hallmark of the Morrell family.
Morrell is well liked for his pragmatic yet progressive vision for the city. Since joining the City Council, he has emerged as a leading voice for fiscal responsibility and government accountability. He has championed legislation to curb wasteful spending, increase transparency in public contracts, and implement meaningful reforms within the city’s legal and law enforcement systems. Known for his sharp legal acumen and deep policy knowledge, Morrell has consistently brought a data-driven, solutions-oriented approach to governing.
Several supporters at the fundraiser, including New Orleans East business leader Alicia Plummer, praised Morrell’s “commitment to results and his willingness to tackle tough issues head-on” — qualities she and many New Orleanians believe the Council urgently needs.
Numerous elected officials attended the event, including former presidential aide and congressman Cedric Richmond; Council Vice President Helena Moreno; Councilmember Freddie King; Clerks of Court Darren Lombard, Lisa Diggs, and Donna Glapion; State Senator Joe Bouie; State Rep. Jason Hughes; State Rep. Delisha Boyd; and Criminal Court Judges Robin Pittman, Tracey Flemings-Davillier, and Simone Levine. Also in attendance were former Councilmember Renee Gill Pratt; former appeals court judge Regina Bartholomew Woods and her husband Jimmie; and Registrar of Voters Lisa Manning Bridges.
Business leaders who turned out to support Morrell ranged from Entergy executive Deanna Rodriguez; attorneys Richard Cortizas, Sundiata Haley, Richard Perque, Coleman Ridley, Mark El-Am, Ike Spears, Miles Granderson, and Desiree Charbonnet with Dr. Corey Hebert; to Ronnie Burns, Bobby Major, Chris Young, Belden Batiste, Dwight Jarrett, Bethany Bultman, Linda Lewis, David Flemings, Annette Cranford, and LaTanja Silvester.
