In a heated city council meeting in New Orleans, Mayor LaToya Cantrell's criminal justice coordinators discussed the allocation of over $4 million in unspent federal funds intended for juvenile justice improvements. The proposed plan included funding for a new juvenile assessment center and restorative justice initiatives. City Council President Helena Moreno advocated for real-time monitoring of juvenile offenders, highlighting public safety concerns after a recent tragic incident involving a 15-year-old. The council is committed to exploring both proposals before deciding on the fund’s allocation.