Public Safety
The French Quarter Management District has created, partnered, and overseen numerous public safety programs.
Governing.com: How New Orleans Is Leading the Nation in Violent Crime Reduction
The FBI’s quarterly data shows there has been a 23 percent decrease in murder nationally. New Orleans, however, has seen
NOHSEP: Pioneering Citywide Safety through Real-Time Monitoring
The New Orleans Office of Homeland Security boldly protects communities by operating the city’s state-of-the-art, 24/7 Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC).
NOPD News: NOPD 2024 Crime Statistics Show Significant Decreases in Multiple Crime Categories
Today (January 13, 2025), the NOPD released its 2024 crime statistics, compiling and comparing data on overall crime in the
Orleans Parish Crime Trends
Helpful Links
Non-emergency resources (for emergencies, dial 911):
Programs
Our efforts include supplemental police patrols, a security assessment, and public information campaigns. Use the links below for more information.
Public Meetings
Public engagement for public safety is essential. FQMD’s Security and Enforcement Committee meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 2:00 pm. The New Orleans Police Department’s Eight District MAX meetings are every Tuesday at 2:00 pm at the 8th District Station. The New Orleans City Council’s Criminal Justice Committee meets on the second, or third, Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am.
French Quarter Public Safety in the Media
Nola.com – New Orleans Violent Crime Down 20%
“Four months into a year that started with one of the deadliest nights in the city’s history, New Orleans law enforcement leaders said Tuesday that violent crime rates have dropped
WDSU/NBC: FQMD Strives to Improve Safety with Streetlight Repair Project
“The French Quarter Management District shared it has repaired nearly 500 streetlights in the French Quarter, enhancing safety, appearance and livability in the historic neighborhood. The organization says the $1.75
Fox 8: French Quarter Residents Hope Restored Streetlamps Will Increase Sense of Safety
“Since last fall, the French Quarter Management District has been on a mission to fix these historic streetlamps. The black iron streetlamps posted in and around New Orleans’ world-famous district
FQMD Improves Safety, Livability with Streetlight Repair Project
$1.75 Million Project Fixes Broken Streetlights in the French Quarter The French Quarter Management District (FQMD) has repaired nearly 500 streetlights in the French Quarter, enhancing safety, appearance and livability
FQMD Discusses Safety Tips with Fox8
Previous FQMD Board Chair and current Vice-Chair of the FQMD Finance and Development Committee, Heidi Raines, met with FOX8 this week to discuss safety tips for those who visit, live,
FQMD’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to Celebrate the North Rampart Street Pedestrian Safety Improvements Program
The French Quarter Management District has completed work on a project that will enhance pedestrian and bicyclist safety along one of the French Quarter’s most traveled streets, North Rampart Street. On