NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — New Orleans City Council President and council at-large Helena Moreno has filed paperwork to become the next mayor of New Orleans. According to the Louisiana Ethics Administration, Moreno filed thepaperwork on Aug. 27. Who will headline 2025 Endymion Extravaganza? Moreno was first elected to the council in 2017 and has since build a reputation as an advocate for New Orleanians. Her profile on the city's website says she "She's dedicated to championing change on behalf of our communities by demanding a fair, effective and unbiased justice system; health care as a right, not a privilege; living wages for our working families; strong climate action;  and by securing and expanding civil and voting rights." During a 2021 election, Moreno claimed victory as she was elected to her seat winning 85% of the vote and every precint in New Orleans. St. John Parish School Board votes to close Fifth Ward Elementary, consolidate schools While on the council she currently chairs the climate and sustainability and economic development committee. She formerly chaired the council’s budget committee and the utilities, cable, telecom, and technology committee which regulates Entergy New Orleans LLC. Moreno has yet to make a formal announcement on her decision. Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Posts From Marine Corps combat to commanding a kitchen, a popular chef recounts the journey Rafael stays south but we could still see rain this weekend What is the 'super' 401(k) catch-up contribution for older workers? Laredo massage parlor shut down for alleged human, sex trafficking Applebee's, IHOP to open first combo restaurant in US