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Appointment of Renard Thomas to the Criminal Justice Council

Original title: MOTION - NO. M-26-210 - BY: COUNCILMEMBERS KING (BY REQUEST) AND MORRELL Brief: Ratifying, confirming and approving the Mayor's appointment of Renard Thomas (vice Troy Glover) as a member of the Sanford "Sandy" Krasnoff New Orleans Criminal Justice Council (citizen representative-reentry), effective upon approval by the Council of the City of New Orleans, for a term that will expire on December 31, 2026. Annotation: (This matter was introduced 5/21/26). GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL. ADOPTED.

Record date · May 21, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The New Orleans City Council has officially approved the appointment of Renard Thomas to the Sanford "Sandy" Krasnoff New Orleans Criminal Justice Council. Mr. Thomas will serve as the citizen representative for , replacing Troy Glover.

Why it matters

This appointment changes the composition of the board that oversees local criminal justice policy, with Mr. Thomas serving a term that lasts until December 31, 2026.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Renard Thomas

He is appointed to serve on the Criminal Justice Council.

Directly affected

Troy Glover

He is being replaced as a member of the council.

Key Facts

  • Renard Thomas is appointed as a member of the Sanford "Sandy" Krasnoff New Orleans Criminal Justice Council.
  • Renard Thomas replaces Troy Glover in the role of citizen representative-reentry.
  • The appointment term expires on December 31, 2026.
  • The motion was adopted by the City Council.
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  • The Governmental Affairs Committee recommended approval of the appointment.
  • The matter was introduced on May 21, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the role of Renard Thomas on the council?
He serves as the citizen representative for .
When does the term for this appointment end?
The term expires on December 31, 2026.

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Connected Entities

City of New Orleans, Renard Thomas, Councilmember Morrell and 3 more
locationCity of New Orleans“Governing body”Map →
PersonRenard Thomas“Appointee to the Criminal Justice Council”Map →
PersonCouncilmember Morrell“Motion sponsor”Map →
PersonCouncilmember King“Motion sponsor”Map →
OrganizationSanford "Sandy" Krasnoff New Orleans Criminal Justice Council“The board to which the appointment was made”Map →
PersonTroy Glover“Outgoing member of the Criminal Justice Council”Map →

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