New Orleans is laying off 3,000 municipal employees due to severe financial damage from Hurricane Katrina. Mayor Ray Nagin stated that the city cannot cover payroll without state or federal aid. These job cuts are considered permanent and aim to save millions monthly. Non-essential positions will be eliminated, while police and fire services will remain intact. The city will coordinate with FEMA to contact displaced workers.
New Orleans, Louisiana
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