Appointment of Tonya Boyd-Cannon to the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission
April 23, 2026
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The Frame
This appointment changes the leadership composition of the commission responsible for overseeing city recreation programs and facilities.
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Tonya Boyd-Cannon
She is appointed to serve as an at-large member of the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission.
Kimberly Abramson
She is being replaced as a member of the commission.
New Orleans Recreation Development Commission
The board's membership composition is changed by this appointment.
Last recorded activity April 23, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The City Council adopted Motion M-26-163 to confirm the appointment of Tonya Boyd-Cannon.
- Tonya Boyd-Cannon replaces Kimberly Abramson as an at-large member of the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission.
- The appointment term is concurrent with the appointing authority (the Mayor).
- The appointment became effective upon the Council's approval.
- The matter was originally introduced on April 23, 2026.
- The Governmental Affairs Committee recommended the approval of this appointment.
- A questionnaire was received from the appointee prior to approval.
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Why It Matters
This appointment changes the leadership composition of the commission responsible for overseeing city recreation programs and facilities.
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