The City of New Orleans City Council appears to be engaged in efforts to meet its obligations to prepare for natural disasters, though the effectiveness and scope of these efforts can be questioned based on the provided documents. There are several initiatives and amendments focused on enhancing the city's infrastructure and resilience in the face of natural disasters. For example, the council has discussed and approved projects linked to federal grants aimed at resilience and storm hardening improvements for the city's energy systems. Additionally, there have been moves to augment public information systems regarding ongoing infrastructure projects funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, aiming to enhance transparency and public engagement. However, there are indications of possible shortcomings in the council's approach. The reliance on procedural guidance and deadlines for storm hardening expenditure suggests a potentially bureaucratic approach that might delay necessary actions. Moreover, the council's efforts seem to be reactive, predominantly focused on recovery and resiliency post-disaster, particularly in response to Hurricane Ida and other severe storms from previous years. This raises questions about the proactive measures in place to mitigate future disasters before they occur. The societal implications of these issues are significant. Inadequate or delayed preparations for natural disasters could lead to severe impacts on community safety, economic stability, and overall quality of life. The focus on recovery rather than proactive prevention could result in repeated cycles of damage and repair, which is economically unsustainable and socially disruptive. Lastly, there might be an inherent bias in the council's documentation and discourse, potentially portraying their actions in a more favorable light and underemphasizing the gaps or delays in their preparedness strategies. This bias necessitates a critical assessment of the council's claims against tangible outcomes and community feedback.