Delisha Boyd

For New Orleans City Council at Large, District 1

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A New Vision for New Orleans:
My Commitment to Our City

• Infrastructure Investment
• Education
• Crime Reduction

Over the past several months, I have been truly humbled by the outpouring of support and encouragement from citizens across New Orleans urging me to run for citywide office. Your faith in my ability to lead our great city is deeply inspiring and profoundly humbling.

After prayerful consideration and meaningful consultation with my family, I have decided that the best way I can serve the people of New Orleans at this juncture is as a candidate for one of the two City Council At-Large seats.

Infrastructure Investment

This is at the top of my list!

I will prioritize leveraging federal and state resources for our infrastructure, public services, and community programs. The relationships I have developed will help support my innovative ideas to revitalize our city.

Education

Education is fundamental to the city’s future. I will work to strengthen partnerships with local schools, support innovative educational programs, and ensure equitable access to quality education for all children.

We also need strategic ideas for teacher pay raises. This investment will help break the cycle of poverty, curb crime, and empower the next generation.

Crime Reduction

Ensuring the safety of our communities is essential. Crime affects not only our residents but also tourism and conventions. We must promote community policing, implement effective crime prevention strategies, and foster collaboration between law enforcement and community organizations.

Moreover, we need to address the salary issues that hinder recruitment and retention of officers. By creating safer neighborhoods, we can foster a sense of security and encourage economic growth.

Youth Development and Enrichment

Year-round Youth Development and Enrichment Programs are vital for empowering young people. They enhance skills, support academics, promote emotional growth, and encourage healthy lifestyles.

By engaging youth in positive activities and fostering community involvement, these programs create safe environments that reduce juvenile crime. Continuous support boosts confidence, expands opportunities, and promotes inclusivity, ultimately helping youth thrive and contribute positively to society.

Delivering Results

As the State Representative for District 102, Delisha Boyd has been instrumental in securing millions of dollars in funding for various initiatives that benefit our community. Delisha Boyd is dedicated to making positive changes in our district, working tirelessly to secure the resources necessary for progress. A few of her efforts include:

Brechtel Park:

Advocating for improvements and funding to enhance recreational spaces.

Algiers Development District:

Supporting projects aimed at economic growth and development in the area.

New Orleans Military Academy:

Ensuring resources are allocated for the education and development of our youth.

Heroes of New Orleans:

Championing initiatives that honor and support youth development programs.

Partnerships with DOTD:

Collaborating on numerous projects with the Department of Transportation and Development to improve infrastructure and safety.

Awards and Recognitions

  • Louisiana State Representative District 102 (First African American Female)
  • Elected Member of the Democratic Parish Executive Committee District C.
  • Elected Member of the Democratic State Central Committee 102nd Rep District A
  • Board member of the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority
  • Board Member for the Louisiana Realtors Association
  • Board member of the Algiers Development District
  • Federal Political Coordinator for the National Association of Realtors 2nd Congressional District
  • Vice Chair of the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus
  • Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
  • Member of New Orleans(LA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated!
  • Member of the National Black MBA Association
  • 2024 NCBW 100 Greater New Orleans Chapter Torchbearers’ Award Recipient
  • 2024 National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Nelson Mandela Humanitarian Award Recipient
  • 2024 Main Street Hero from the Louisiana Main Street Managers Association

  • 2024 Louisiana Humane Society Legislator of the Year

  • 2023 The New Orleans Coalition of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. “Citizen of the Year” Recipient

  • 2023 Heroes of New Orleans “Major Impact” Award Recipient
  • 2023 Legislative Champion of the Year for Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) of Louisiana
  • 2022 Max J. Derbes Meritorious Service Award Recipient
  • 2022 Rising Star Recipient from the Louisiana Democratic Party
  • 2022 Legislative Shining Star from Star Advocates
  • New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors “2020 Manager of the Year”
  • CityBusiness New Orleans Businesswomen of the Year Honoree 2005, 2019, 2020
  • New Orleans City Business “Excellence in Real Estate & Construction” 2018, 2019, 2022
  • 2019 Biz New Orleans “Top 10 Real Estate Influencers” Honoree
  • 2021-2023 Biz New Orleans 500 Class of Influential and Inspirational Leaders

Bills Passed into Law

Delisha Boyd has also co-authored over 60 other bills signed into law. Her other areas of interest include: An exception to rape and incest from the strict abortion law in Louisiana, adding the LGBTQ community as a protected class in the workplace, Equal pay for Women, and raising the minimum wage.

HB549 NOW Act 481

Removes all discriminatory language private all restrictive covenants such as any promise, covenant, or restriction in a contract, mortgage, lease, deed, or conveyance or in any other agreement affecting immovable property.

HB567 NOW Act 709

SCHOOLS/FOOD PROGRAMS: Creates the Pilot Lifestyle Choices Program that will be implemented in certain schools; to require the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Department of Agriculture and Forestry to collaborate relative to the pilot program; requires the state Department of Education to administer the pilot program; and to provide for related matters.

HB841 NOW Act 394

Judges are allowed to request in writing that their personal information i.e. name and domiciliary addresses be removed online access at their assessor’s office.

HB935 NOW Act 575

This law requires all out of town adjusters take a one hour online continue education certification with the Department of Insurance.

HB1079 NOW Act 655

Provides authority to the commissioner of the office of financial institutions to investigate and impose up to 8 hours of continuing education on complaints against residential mortgage originators or brokers. It is expected that all originators and brokers adhere to a reasonable standard of business.

HB224 NOW Act 230

This provides set-asides of goods and services up to 25% of Government contracts be awarded to certified socially and economically disadvantaged businesses.

HB286 NOW Act 342

This provides for an expungement of a record of arrest and conviction of misdemeanor marijuana offenses. This provides a second chance for certain individuals.

HB376 NOW Act 309

Victims of domestic violence can now have protective orders provided immediately as well as entered into the Louisiana Protective Order Registry by the next calendar day.

HB165 NOW Act 682

Reduce the penalty for possession or use of marijuana drug paraphernalia from jail time to a citation.

HB225 NOW Act 419

Created the Tall Timbers Crime Prevention and Improvement District.

HB270 NOW Act 422

Orleans Parish assessor has the authority to remove the process and fee for obtaining an ad valorem tax exemption for nonprofit property in New Orleans.

HB356 NOW Act 557

This changes when the statue of imitations begins on initiating prosecutions for third degree rape to begin when the rape is discovered.

HB428 NOW Act 401

Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corporation to provide insurer with the option to exclude coverage of personal property and content.

HB544 NOW Act 474

Creates transparency and accountability of the Regional Transit Authority employees and board members. It allows the New Orleans City Council as well as the Algiers House and Senate members to appoint appointment someone to the board.

HB669 NOW Act 628

This allows current and retired judges, clerks of courts or anyone residing in their home to request writing to have their personal information be removed from any government website or third party company.

HB694 NOW Act 630

Establishes the Louisiana Music Commission within the Department of Culture Recreation and Tourism.

HB779 NOW Act 570

It changes the definition of “commercial sexual activity” to include any sexual act performed or conducted lewd or lascivious act upon the person or in the presence of any child when anything of value has been given, promised, or received.

HB641 NOW Act 439

Omnibus Bill that includes my specialty license plate for the Humane Society.

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