Security Costs for New Orleans Carnival Season

SOURCE www.npr.org
New Orleans Carnival season organizers facing increased security costs post-deadly attack on Bourbon Street. Independent walking krewes struggle to cover expenses. City council working on changing code to support smaller parades.

Key Points

  • City stepping up to cover extra security costs temporarily
  • Efforts to change city code to support smaller parades
  • Importance of community and tradition in Carnival season

Pros

  • Increased security measures for public safety
  • Community resilience and support for smaller parades

Cons

  • Financial burden on independent walking krewes
  • Disparity in security cost coverage between large and small parades