Anita, we can get started.

I think we have a quorum.

We sure do.

Roll call.

Councilmember Morrell.

Here.

Councilmember McCarrans.

Councilmember Harris.

Councilmember Green.

Here.

Councilmember Hughes.

Here.

We have four members.

We have a quorum.

We have the approval of minutes from the March 9th meeting.

Councilman Harris moves, Councilman Hughes seconds.

Please vote your machines.

Four years, donators, minutes are approved.

First up, we have the confirmation hearing of Alyssa Rambo for the Department of Finance.

Come on down.

She need help with their setup PowerPoint.

I don't have a PowerPoint.

Okay.

Yeah.

All right, we have what we have your we have your your that is just a little introduction.

Okay.

That the team did for me.

Um, just explains my roles and responsibilities.

Okay.

Uh why don't we just go over real quickly?

Because I know the public is watching all ten of them.

Um, Eugene.

Um I brought my team here today too.

Yeah.

Well, I I think I think maybe explain what the responsibilities of the director of finance are, because I don't think many people other than when the council has heated conversations with directors of finance, but understand kind of the importance of the job behind the scenes.

So maybe if you could use your uh handout and kind of go over what the responsibilities are.

You have a copy of the handout.

All right, I do now.

And if you don't mind before we get started on this, I would just like to open up with a little brief um few words.

Thank you.

Good morning, and thank you for the opportunity to be here today.

I am honored to be considered for the role of director of finance for the city of New Orleans.

I come before you with a deep respect for the responsibility that this position holds, not just in managing numbers, but in safeguarding public trust.

At its core, this role is about ensuring that every dollar is accounted for, every decision is transparent, and every financial strategy supports the long-term stability of the city.

I've spent my career working to improve processes, strengthening controls, and providing leadership teams with the information they need to make sound decisions.

And I intend to bring that same discipline here to the city.

If confirmed, my priorities will be straightforward.

First and foremost, cash management.

Second, accuracy and timeliness.

And finally, accountability.

Strengthening processes and internal controls so that we not only meet expectations, but build confidence in how this city manages its resources.

I also recognize that success in this role depends on strong collaboration.

I'm committed to working closely with you, the council, CAO Jeruso, Department Leaders, and with my team to ensure alignment and responsiveness, especially when urgency is required.

I understand the weight of this position, and I am prepared to meet it with professionalism, responsiveness, and integrity.

Thank you again for your time and consideration.

And of course, now welcome your questions.

All right, Councilmember.

Thank you, Mr.

President.

Good morning, and uh congratulations uh on your nomination and thank you for uh agreeing to serve.