LaToya Cantrell Implores lawmakers for more aid: 'We are completely cut to the marrow'

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“There are resources we need to be made whole so we can provide basic city services again for our residents,” Cantrell said in the House Appropriations Committee hearing.

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“We are completely cut to the marrow,” added Cantrell’s Chief Administrative Officer, Gilbert Montaño. “We are at the bone. This is not an opportunity to create more efficiencies.”

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But Republican lawmakers, skeptical of Cantrell’s approach to coronavirus restrictions, complained about continued limits on high school sporting events, and suggested the mayor isn’t opening bars, restaurants and other businesses quickly enough.

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Cantrell shot back that New Orleans has tamped down its coronavirus numbers to some of the lowest levels in the state, after experiencing a worrying spike in the spring that made the city a national hotspot for the virus. Orleans Parish has a percent positive rate--an important metric of cases compared to tests--of about 1% over the past two weeks, far below the state’s rate.

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“With all due respect we will continue to make progress...I hope we’re making you proud and thank you so much,” Cantrell said drily.

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