MUNI-NEWORLEANS COUNTYlocal legislationConsent Agenda

Appointment of Penny Francis to the Audubon Commission

Original title: MOTION - NO. M-26-158 - BY: COUNCILMEMBER MCCARRON (BY REQUEST) Brief: Ratifying, confirming, and approving the Mayor’s appointment of Penny Francis (vice Dolfinette Martin) as a member of the Audubon Commission, effective upon approval by the Council of the City of New Orleans, to serve a term ending June 30, 2031. Annotation: (This matter was introduced 4/23/26). (Questionnaire received). (Governmental Affairs Committee recommended approval). ADOPTED.

April 23, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This appointment determines the composition of the board overseeing the Audubon Commission, which manages major local public attractions and parks in New Orleans.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Penny Francis

She is appointed to serve as a member of the Audubon Commission.

Dolfinette Martin

She is being replaced as a member of the Audubon Commission.

Audubon Commission

The commission has a change in its membership roster.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 23, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The New Orleans City Council has officially approved the appointment of Penny Francis to serve on the Audubon Commission. She replaces Dolfinette Martin and will serve a term ending on June 30, 2031.

Key Facts

The City Council adopted Motion M-26-158 to confirm the appointment of Penny Francis to the Audubon Commission.
Penny Francis replaces Dolfinette Martin on the commission.
The term for this appointment ends on June 30, 2031.
The appointment was introduced on April 23, 2026.
The Governmental Affairs Committee recommended the approval of this appointment.
The motion was processed under the Consent Agenda.

Why It Matters

This appointment determines the composition of the board overseeing the Audubon Commission, which manages major local public attractions and parks in New Orleans.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Penny Francis replacing?

Penny Francis is replacing Dolfinette Martin on the Audubon Commission.

When does the new term end?

The term for this appointment ends on June 30, 2031.

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Connected Entities

locationCity of New Orleans“The municipal government body”Map →

personPenny Francis“Appointee to the Audubon Commission”Map →

organizationAudubon Commission“The governing body for New Orleans parks and attractions”Map →

personCouncilmember McCarron“Sponsor of the motion”Map →

personDolfinette Martin“Outgoing member of the Audubon Commission”Map →

Sources

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