Is this really the most important thing to focus on? Really?
Jennifer Sneed proposed the ordinance that bans hotels from charging hourly rates. Now, I would be less shocked if John Young had proposed the ordinance since he is running for Congress and that sort of “feel good” conservative legislation is just what the conservative voters would want to see out of their next Congressman.
But is this really going to do anybody any good? As someone pointed out in the comments on nola.com, all a hooker will most likely have to do is raise her rates so the room is purchased for the day. And there is also the issue of truck drivers who may want to take a shower but don’t need a room for the entire night.
Unfortunately, this sort of “feel good but do nothing” legislation is all to common in politics. I guess it is just too hard to focus on silly little things like murders, rapes, and burglaries when prostitution is going on. Give me a break.