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ShreveportLA averageUS Census ACS
Population
183,483
Per-capita income
$33,788
Median home value
$178,100
Bachelor's or higher
28%
Typical home value $145,457 +4.4% yr/yr · +9.7% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2007–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Who’s on the January 13, 2025 Administrative Conference Meeting
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Who’s on the PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING

Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$449.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$458.7M (FY2023)
Taxes$251.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$761.5M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,493 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20252 housing units ($356K)

Recent meetings

Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 03:00 PM

October 27, 2026 City Council Meeting

City Council to vote on police and fire pay scales and 2026 budget amendments

The City Council will consider pay scales for police and fire civil service personnel and amendments to the 2026 General and Golf Enterprise funds. The body will also review several zoning changes and cooperative endeavor agreements.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves 6% pay increases for fire and police civil service staff

The City Council approved 6% pay increases for Shreveport Fire and Police Department civil service personnel, effective December 1, 2026. The Council also authorized a $500,000 contract amendment for utility billing software and passed several 2026 budget amendments. Additionally, the Council confirmed various executive appointments and recognized November 2026 as National Family Caregivers Month.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 10/23/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE October 26, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 27, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS October 12, 2026 October 13, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER T …
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana October 27, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, October 27, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Father Paul. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Boucher. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, October 12, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS REPORTS: Property Standards Repor …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 03:00 PM

October 26, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

Shreveport City Council to consider 2027 budgets and civil service pay scales

The City Council will discuss the adoption of multiple 2027 fund budgets and new pay scales for police and fire civil service personnel. The body is also reviewing several zoning amendments and cooperative endeavor agreements.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 10/23/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE October 26, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 27, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS October 12, 2026 October 13, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER T …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 02:35 PM

Economic Development District A

Economic Development District A to consider 2027 budget ordinance

The Economic Development District A will meet to discuss the introduction of the 2027 budget ordinance. This ordinance concerns the 2027 budget for the Economic Development District “A” Special Revenue Fund.

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✓ Decided: Economic Development District A introduces 2027 budget ordinance

The board introduced Ordinance No. 1 of 2026 to adopt the 2027 budget for the Economic Development District “A” Special Revenue Fund. The ordinance is scheduled to lay over until the December 8, 2026 meeting.

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Chalondo, are you ready? Good. I declare the extraordinary meeting of Economic Development District A open. We have already taken the oath. Madam Secretary, please take a roll call ? Council Member Taylor Present. Councilman Brooks Tut. Councilman Taliaferro Here, ma'am. Councilor Butcher Tut. Councilman Jackson is here again. Councilman Green I'm here. And Council Member Boatman is present. Are there any speaking requests? Not for this meeting. Good. There are none. We have gathered to consider the submission of a resolution on the 2027 budget, which must be adopted no later than December 15, 2026 . A resolution adopting the 2027 budget for the Economic Development District A special revenue fund and other provisions therefor. Are there any suggestions? I suggest. Second. Motion by Council Member Green, seconded by the Vice Chair. These issues were brought up for consideration. If there is nothing else, the meeting is declared closed. Yes, you can go. Yes, suggested
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Economic Development District A Meeting October 13, 2026 Notice Posted: October 9, 2026 1:10 p.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Economic Development District A, State of Louisiana, shall hold a meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 2:35 p.m., or immediately following the Film & Entertainment Gateway Economic Development District meeting, or whichever occurs later, to be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comment requests, can be submitted to the Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262 up to one hour before the meeting time. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. Government Plaza Chamber 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor 2:35 p.m. (318) 673-5262 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT A MEETING October 13, 2026 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Public Comments 5. Consideration of Introduction: 2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE (TO BE ADOPTED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15, 2026) 1 Adopting the 2027 budget for the Economic Development District “A” Special Revenue Fund, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. 6. Adjournment
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Economic Development District A Minutes October 13, 2026 The meeting of the Economic Development District A was called to order by Tabatha Taylor at 2:35 p.m., Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the Government Chamber in Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). The roll was called. Present: Tabatha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The meeting was called to consider the introduction of an ordinance. Tabatha Taylor asked for public comments. No one rose to speak. CONSIDERATION OF INTRODUCTION (NOT TO BE ADOPTED PRIOR TO DECEMBER 15, 2026) (Motion and second is sufficient to introduce ordinances) 2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE (TO BE ADOPTED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15, 2026) 1. Ordinance No. 1 of 2026: An ordinance adopting the 2027 budget for the Economic Development District “A” Special Revenue Fund, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. Motion by James Green, seconded by Ursula Bowman, to introduce Ordinance No. 1 of 2026, to lay over until the December 8, 2026 meeting. ADJOURNMENT: There being no other business to come before the board, the meeting adjourned at 2:36 p.m. __________________________________ //s// Tabatha Taylor, Chair of the District //s// LaTonya Bogan, Clerk of the District
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 02:50 PM

Health Care and Innovation District West

Health Care and Innovation District West to consider 2027 budget

The Health Care and Innovation District West will meet to discuss the 2027 budget ordinance. This ordinance concerns the Health Care and Technology Innovation District West Special Revenue Fund.

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✓ Decided: Board introduces 2027 budget for Health Care and Technology Innovation District West

The board met to consider the introduction of an ordinance regarding the 2027 budget for the Health Care and Technology Innovation District West Special Revenue Fund. The motion to introduce the ordinance was approved.

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Health Care and Innovation District West Meeting October 13, 2026 Notice Posted: October 9, 2026 1:10 p.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Health Care and Innovation District West shall hold a meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 2:50 p.m., or immediately following the Health Care and Innovation District East meeting, or whichever occurs later, to be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comment requests, can be submitted to the Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262 up to one hour before the meeting time. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. Government Plaza Chamber 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor 2:50 p.m. (318) 673-5262 HEALTH CARE AND INNOVATION DISTRICT WEST MEETING October 13, 2026 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Public Comments 5. Consideration of Introduction: 2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE (TO BE ADOPTED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15, 2026) 1 Adopting the 2027 budget for the Health Care and Technology Innovation District West Special Revenue Fund, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. 6. Adjournment
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Health Care and Technology Innovation District West Minutes October 13, 2026 The meeting of the Health Care and Technology Innovation District West was called to order by Tabatha Taylor at 2:43 p.m., Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the Government Chamber in Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Grayson Boucher. The roll was called. Present: Tabatha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The meeting was called to consider the introduction of an ordinance. Tabatha Taylor asked for public comments. No one rose to speak. CONSIDERATION OF INTRODUCTION: ORD 1 Adopting the 2027 budget for the Health Care and Technology Innovation District West Special Revenue Fund, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. Motion by James Green, seconded by Gary Brooks, to introduce. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Tabatha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Ursula Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. ADJOURNMENT: There being no other business to come before the board, the meeting adjourned at 2:44 p.m. __________________________________ //s// Tabatha Taylor, Chair of the District //s// LaTonya Bogan, Clerk of the District
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Motion by James Green, seconded by Gary Brooks, to introduce. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Tabatha Taylor yea · Gary Brooks yea · Jim Taliaferro yea · Grayson Boucher yea · Alan Jackson yea · James Green yea · Ursula Bowman. yea
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 02:30 PM

Film & Entertainment Gateway Economic Development District

District to consider introduction of 2027 budget ordinance

The Film & Entertainment Gateway Economic Development District will meet to discuss the 2027 budget for the Special Revenue Fund. The body will consider the introduction of the budget ordinance, which must be adopted by December 15, 2026.

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✓ Decided: District introduces 2027 budget ordinance

The board approved the minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting. The board also introduced Ordinance No. 1 of 2026 to adopt the 2027 budget for the Film and Entertainment Gateway Special Revenue Fund.

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Film & Entertainment Gateway Economic Development District Meeting October 13, 2026 Notice Posted: October 9, 2026, 1:10 p.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Film & Entertainment Gateway Economic Development District shall hold a meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., to be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comment requests, can be submitted to the Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262 up to one hour before the meeting time. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. Government Plaza Chamber 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor 2:30 p.m. (318) 673-5262 FILM & ENTERTAINMENT GATEWAY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT October 13, 2026 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Public Comments 5. Approval of Minutes – April 13, 2026 6. Consideration of Introduction: 2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE (TO BE ADOPTED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15, 2026) 4 Adopting the 2027 budget for the Film and Entertainment Gateway Special Revenue Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein, and otherwise providing with respect thereto 7. Adjournment
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Film & Entertainment Gateway Economic Development District Minutes October 13, 2026 The meeting of the Film & Entertainment Gateway Economic Development District was called to order by Tabatha Taylor at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the Government Chamber in Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Jim Taliaferro. The roll was called. Present: Tabatha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson (arrived at 2:32 p.m.), James Green and Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The meeting was called to consider the introduction of an ordinance. Tabatha Taylor asked for public comments. No one rose to speak. Motion by James Green, seconded by Ursula Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Film & Entertainment Gateway Economic Development District, Monday, April 13, 2026 meeting. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Tabatha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Ursula Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. CONSIDERATION OF INTRODUCTION (NOT TO BE ADOPTED PRIOR TO DECEMBER 15, 2026) (Motion and second is sufficient to introduce ordinances) 2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE (TO BE ADOPTED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15, 2026) 1. Ordinance No. 1 of 2026: An ordinance adopting the 2027 budget for the Film and Entertainment Gateway Special Revenue Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein, and otherwise providing with res …
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Motion by James Green, seconded by Ursula Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Film & Entertainment Gateway Economic Development District, Monday, April 13, 2026 meeting. Motion approved by the…
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Tabatha Taylor yea · Gary Brooks yea · Jim Taliaferro yea · Grayson Boucher yea · Alan Jackson yea · James Green yea · Ursula Bowman. yea
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 03:00 PM

October 13, 2026 City Council Meeting

Shreveport City Council to introduce 2027 budgets and various land leases

The City Council will consider the introduction of 19 different 2027 budget ordinances and pay scales for police and fire personnel. The body is also deciding on land leases with the FAA and a contract for golf course equipment maintenance.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves rezoning for office use on Lassus Lane

The City Council approved a zoning change to allow office use on Lassus Lane and authorized two land leases with the FAA for wind-shear alert towers. The council also approved a contract for golf course equipment and confirmed several executive appointments.

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What's up, Sam? Thanks. Thank you. All right. You don't will take Come on. All right. Very good. >> [laughter] >> Hey. Thank you. >> I'm here. Hello. This is You're going to You see the email? >> They gonna take care. >> When you ready? I'm ready. When you're ready. Okay. I think we're going to bring them up early. >> The meeting of the Streetport City Council is now called to order. I'm going to ask uh Councilman um I'm going to ask Father Paul to come and give the invocation. I'm going to ask Councilman Green to lead us in the pledge. Let us pray. Almighty God, heavenly father, please send upon down upon Tabitha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Taliferoh, Grayson Butcher, Alan Jackson, James Green, Ursula Bowman, and Thomas Arseno, who hold office for the city of Shreport. Lord, send upon them a spirit of wisdom, spirit of charity, and a sense of justice that with their steadfast purpose they may faithfully serve you and accomplish your task with the people of Shreport. Pray it in Jesus name. Amen. >> Amen. >> Will you repeat recite the pledge? I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Madam clerk, will you please call the role? >> Councilwoman Taylor, >> present. >> Councilman Brook >> here. >> Councilman Tyler Farerrell >> here, ma'am. >> Councilman Butcher >> here. >> Councilman Jackson >> Councilman Green, >> I'm here. >> And Councilwoman Bowman …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 10/9/2026 1:10 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE October 12, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 13, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS September 21, 2026 September 22, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER …
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana October 13, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Father Paul. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Green. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, September 21, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. Motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilman Green, to suspend the rules and to add Resolution No. 114 and Resolution No. 115 of 2026 to the agenda. Resolution No. 114 of 2026: A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Courtland T. Milloy, Sr., and otherwise providing with respect thereto. (A/Taylor) Resolution No. 115 of 2026: A resolution recognizing October 2026 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Project Celebration for its work to prevent …
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🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
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Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, September 21, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, September 22…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Resolution No. 114 and 115 of 2026 to the agenda. No one spoke. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to withdraw the executive appointment of Victor Gianfala as Division Manager of Fleet Services. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to confirm the above- mentioned executive appointments. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
13 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
28 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilwoman Taylor, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to table the 2027 Budget Ordinances until December 8, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to approve the recommendations made by the City Attorney during the October 12, 2026 Executive Session. Motion approved by the following…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 02:40 PM

Economic Development District F

Economic Development District F to consider 2027 budget ordinance

The Economic Development District F will meet to discuss the 2027 budget for the Special Revenue Fund. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Economic Development District F introduces 2027 budget ordinance

The board introduced an ordinance to adopt the 2027 budget for the Economic Development District “F” Special Revenue Fund. The ordinance is scheduled for further consideration at the December 8, 2026 meeting.

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And I'm ready when you 're ready. Are you ready? The special meeting of Economic Development District F is hereby declared open. We have already taken the oath. Madam Secretary, please take a roll call ? Councilor Taylor. Present. Councilman Brooks. Here. Council member Taliaferro. Here, ma'am. Councilor Butcher. Here. Councilman Jackson. Councilman Green. I am here. And Councilman Bowman. Present. Do we have any speaking requests? Not at this meeting. Good. Is there a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting of April 13, 2026? I support. Second. The motion was made by Councilmember Green and seconded by Councilmember Bowman. Are there any discussions? Let's vote. Yes, I'm rushing ahead too much . Councilman Jackson. Seven votes. We have gathered to consider the issue of introducing a budget resolution for 2027, which must be adopted no later than December 15, 2026. A resolution adopting the 2027 budget for the Economic Development District F Special Revenue Fund and other provisions therefor. Is there a suggestion for inclusion? I suggest. Accepted. The motion was made by the Vice Chair, seconded by Council Member Green. These questions have been included. There are no more discussions. It
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Economic Development District F Meeting October 13, 2026 Notice Posted: October 9, 2026 1:10 p.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Economic Development District F, State of Louisiana, shall hold a meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 2:40 p.m., or immediately following the Economic Development District A meeting, or whichever occurs later, to be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comment requests, can be submitted to the Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262 up to one hour before the meeting time. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. Government Plaza Chamber 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor 2:40 p.m. (318) 673-5262 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT F MEETING October 13, 2026 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Public Comments 5. Approval of Minutes – April 13, 2026 6. Consideration of Introduction: 2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE (TO BE ADOPTED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15, 2026) 2 Adopting the 2027 budget for the Economic Development District “F” Special Revenue Fund, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. 7. Adjournment
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Economic Development District F Minutes October 13, 2026 The meeting of the Economic Development District F was called to order by Tabatha Taylor at 2:37 p.m., Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the Government Chamber in Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). The roll was called. Present: Tabatha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The meeting was called to consider the introduction of an ordinance. Tabatha Taylor asked for public comments. No one rose to speak. Motion by James Green, seconded by Ursula Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Economic Development District F, Monday, April 13, 2026 meeting. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Tabatha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Ursula Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. CONSIDERATION OF INTRODUCTION (NOT TO BE ADOPTED PRIOR TO DECEMBER 15, 2026) (Motion and second is sufficient to introduce ordinances) 2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE (TO BE ADOPTED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15, 2026) 1. Ordinance No. 1 of 2026: An ordinance adopting the 2027 budget for the Economic Development District “F” Special Revenue Fund, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. Motion by Ursula Bowman, seconded by James Green, to introduce Ordinance No. 1 of 2026, to lay over until the December 8, 2026 meeting. ADJOURNMENT: There being no other business t …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by James Green, seconded by Ursula Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Economic Development District F, Monday, April 13, 2026 meeting. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Tabatha Taylor yea · Gary Brooks yea · Jim Taliaferro yea · Grayson Boucher yea · Alan Jackson yea · James Green yea · Ursula Bowman. yea
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 02:45 PM

Health Care and Innovation District East

Health Care and Innovation District East to consider 2027 budget

The Health Care and Innovation District East will meet to consider the introduction of the 2027 budget ordinance. This ordinance concerns the Health Care and Technology Innovation District East Special Revenue Fund.

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✓ Decided: Board introduces 2027 budget ordinance

The Health Care and Technology Innovation District East introduced an ordinance to adopt the 2027 budget for the Special Revenue Fund. The item will be laid over until the December 8, 2026 meeting.

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No, you're not. >> I'm going to say the pledge on this one. >> I'm ready whenever you want. >> Okay. >> The meeting of the Healthcare and Innovation District West special meeting is now called to order. We've already had the pledge. Madame Clerk, will you please call the RO? >> Councilwoman Taylor, >> present. Councilman Brooks, >> here. >> Councilman Talifer, >> here ma'am. >> Councilman Butcher, >> here. Councilman Jackson here. >> Councilman Green, >> I'm here. >> And Councilwoman Bowman, >> present. >> Do we have any request to speak? >> No, ma'am. >> We are here for the consideration of the introduction of the 2027 budget ordinance to be adopted no later than December 15, 2026, a resolution adopting the 2027 budget for the healthcare and technology innovation district west special revenue fund and otherwise providing with respect there too. Is there a motion? >> It's for east. >> It's for east. I thought y'all said west at first. No, east. >> What you said? >> East is at 245. West is >> Yeah, we did. We introduced it for >> Okay. >> Oh, no, we haven't. >> No, West is last. >> Yeah, we already >> uh I read off west. >> Can we skip the west and come back east? >> We already in the meeting. >> Yeah. What we got to do? >> All right. Okay. Do you want me to recall it? I'm here for the east meeting. >> Okay. The meeting of the Healthcare Innovation District East special meeting is now called to order. We've already led with the pledge. Madame Clerk has already called the role. …
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Health Care and Innovation District East Meeting October 13, 2026 Notice Posted: October 9, 2026 1:10 p.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Health Care and Innovation District East shall hold a meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 2:45 p.m., or immediately following the Economic Development District F meeting, or whichever occurs later, to be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comment requests, can be submitted to the Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262 up to one hour before the meeting time. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. Government Plaza Chamber 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor 2:45 p.m. (318) 673-5262 HEALTH CARE AND INNOVATION DISTRICT EAST MEETING October 13, 2026 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Public Comments 5. Consideration of Introduction: 2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE (TO BE ADOPTED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15, 2026) 1 Adopting the 2027 budget for the Health Care and Technology Innovation District East Special Revenue Fund, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. 6. Adjournment
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Health Care and Technology Innovation District East Minutes October 13, 2026 The meeting of the Health Care and Technology Innovation District East was called to order by Tabatha Taylor at 2:41 p.m., Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the Government Chamber in Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). The roll was called. Present: Tabatha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The meeting was called to consider the introduction of an ordinance. Tabatha Taylor asked for public comments. No one rose to speak. CONSIDERATION OF INTRODUCTION (NOT TO BE ADOPTED PRIOR TO DECEMBER 15, 2026) (Motion and second is sufficient to introduce ordinances) 2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE (TO BE ADOPTED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15, 2026) 1. Ordinance No. 1 of 2026: An ordinance adopting the 2027 budget for the Health Care and Technology Innovation District East Special Revenue Fund, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. Motion by Ursula Bowman, seconded by James Green, to introduce Ordinance No. 1 of 2026, to lay over until the December 8, 2026 meeting. ADJOURNMENT: There being no other business to come before the board, the meeting adjourned at 2:42 p.m. __________________________________ //s// Tabatha Taylor, Chair of the District //s// LaTonya Bogan, Clerk of the District
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 03:00 PM

October 12, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

City Council to introduce 2027 budgets and various land and service contracts

The City Council will consider the introduction of 19 separate 2027 budget ordinances and pay scales for police and fire personnel. The body is also deciding on land leases with the FAA, a demolition permit for 408 Fannin Street, and a zoning change on Lassus Lane.

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✓ Decided: Shreveport City Council sets agenda for October 13 meeting

The Council met for an administrative conference to establish the agenda for the following day's meeting. No legislative items were voted on or decided during this session, though the Council did enter a brief executive session regarding a legal claim.

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Whatever. Okay. Anything? That was Let's Here's our Unless you do something >> Yeah. Well, As long as they're not charging seriously. text. I'm not a fan of Oh, this is the >> I guess I guess Yes, sir. Yes, sir. big business. >> That's correct. Thank What is this? Yes. >> What's up last >> the last four. So, Brewers playing. How are you doing? Port City Council meeting is now called to order. I'm going to ask Councilman Green to lead us in the invocation. I'm going to ask um Councilman Talifer to lead us in the pledge. Lord, how we thank you for this day and we thank you for what you've done and we praise in advance with what you're going to do. And Lord, we just ask that you'd come in our midst and uh we ask that you'd touch every heart that walks through that door. And we ask that you would uh breathe on us with thy holy divine power. Lord, we are living in some trying times today. You said it in your word that perilous times would come. Lord, we just ask that you'd cover us. Lord, we ask that you would uh enable us to walk with love. We ask that you would enable us to honor and respect our brothers and our sisters. >> Lord, we just ask that you'd come in our midst. And Lord, whoever get up and whatever happens today, we just ask that they would govern themselves in a Christlike manner. And Lord, we know that you said in your word, for God so loved the world that gave his only begotten son that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish but have everlasting life. Lord, we …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 10/9/2026 1:10 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE October 12, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 13, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS September 21, 2026 September 22, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER …
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SUMMARY MINUTES SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE October 12, 2026 The Administrative Conference of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor, at 3:00 p.m., Monday, October 12, 2026, in the Government Chamber of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Invocation was given by Councilman Green. and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taliaferro. On roll call, the following members were present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brook, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The Council met and set the following agenda for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, agenda. * * * * ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE October 12, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 13, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS D. REPORTS: Prop …
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Motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to go into executive session. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 03:00 PM

September 22, 2026 City Council Meeting

Council to vote on surplus K-9 donation, FAA leases, zoning change

The Shreveport City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 22, 2026, to consider several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include declaring a police K-9 surplus for donation, authorizing cooperative agreements with state and local organizations, and introducing a zoning change for office use on Lassus Lane. The council will also vote on budget amendments for the Water and Sewer Fund, General Fund, and Sportran contractual services.

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✓ Decided: Shreveport City Council approves multiple budget amendments and cooperative agreements

The City Council adopted three budget amendments for the General Fund, Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund, and SporTran. The council also approved several cooperative endeavor agreements for public services and the donation of a police K-9. Logan Lewis was confirmed to the Caddo Parish Communications District Number One.

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Oh, I bet it will. >> Do you have a cat at home or anything? Found it. >> Okay. Come on, dance for me. >> I'll tell you that was one funny cat. >> What? >> Funny cat. >> Funny. >> Yeah. And when I looked at the cat, I said, "You're funny. Got it. >> Hey Hey, Jackie. >> Good. You guys Hey Yes, sir. I won't get started. Yes sir. Yes sir. >> Oh my goodness. >> It's not worth $75. Actually, I thought you did. >> I found just I heard that you got yours. >> I did. I picked up mine from this. I sure did. >> I know. That's what I'm saying. >> You need to pay us a visit more often. >> Yeah, >> we we give stuff. >> Hey, look. Look. It may not be barbecue, but >> it's close. >> That's nice. It's very nice. >> That's really cool. >> I came out to the airport. I like James with his up. >> Yes, ma'am. Are you ready? Yeah. >> Father Paul us Jackie, I'm sorry. Can I have a Coke? >> Close enough. >> Oh, yes. I want I want you to be able to see it when I was notic. >> Okay. Well, I don't think >> it's not really So that is called >> All right. >> Yeah. So I made a mistake. >> It's okay. It's okay. It's okay. >> You tend to do that. on the radio. >> Well, the sound >> Oh, wait. I didn't mean to make >> I didn't mean to make I was on TV, too. >> I only saw it because it came >> I was like, "Oh, look." >> Yeah. When I was uh when I was doing public information with the police department, I tell you what, I'm so critical in my interviews. Yeah, >> that's for me. >> That's for I emailed it to to yo …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 9/18/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, September 21, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE September 21, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA September 22, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL COMBINED MEETINGS September 8, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER T …
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana September 22, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:03 p. m. Tuesday, September 22, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Father Paul. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Boucher. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference and City Council combined meeting, Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS REPORTS: Property Standards Report (resoluti …
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Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference and City Council combined meeting, Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Motion approved…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to add Resolution No. 102 of 2026 to the agenda. Councilwoman Taylor asked those in attendance if there was anyone present to speak in…
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to confirm the executive appointment of Logan Lewis to the Caddo Parish Communications District Number One. Motion approved by the…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Taliaferro, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Taliaferro, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 03:00 PM

September 21, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

Council to consider rezoning, K-9 donation, and multiple cooperative agreements

The Shreveport City Council will hold an Administrative Conference and Regular Meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a zoning change, the donation of a police K-9, and multiple cooperative endeavor agreements with state and local organizations. The agenda also includes budget amendments and the introduction of new ordinances and resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Shreveport City Council sets agenda for September 22 meeting

The City Council held an administrative conference to establish the agenda for the following day's meeting. No substantive legislation was decided or voted upon during this session.

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All of our sessions received very high ratings in terms of usefulness . As I mentioned, one session was scheduled to be split, but all sessions received an excellent or good rating in terms of usability. It has already received an excellent or good rating in terms of presenter clarity and opportunities for questions. In addition, we measured the confidence of community leaders before and after the meeting. As you can see from the results , community leaders showed a significant increase in confidence in understanding city policies and procedures . This is exactly the result we wanted . Our goal was to enable citizens to receive more education , gain a better understanding, and develop greater confidence in their ability to lead and manage the local community through these activities . Overall, this is just a few details regarding the proceedings of the meeting . Most items received an excellent or good rating. As you can see, time management is one of the areas we need to improve. There were a total of 7 stations, each lasting 25 minutes, but a minor problem occurred where the event hall elevator broke down . Because of that, travel time and other factors were slightly delayed . Although it was a problem that occurred at the last moment, we will make preparations to ensure that such a problem does not happen next time . As can be seen from the participant results , the participants expressed their desire to participate again . In addition, all participants came to …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 9/18/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, September 21, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE September 21, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA September 22, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL COMBINED MEETINGS September 8, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER T …
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SUMMARY MINUTES SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE September 21, 2026 The Administrative Conference of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor, at 3:00 p.m., Monday, September 21, 2026, in the Government Chamber of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Invocation was given by Councilman Green. and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Jackson. On roll call, the following members were present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brook (arrived at 3:01 p.m.), Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher (arrived at 3:01 p.m.), Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The Council met and set the following agenda for Tuesday, September 22, 2026, agenda. * * * * ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE September 21, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA September 22, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL COMBINED MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 01:30 PM

Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee Meeting

Shreveport committee to discuss Red River repairs, capital projects

The Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee is meeting to discuss Red River District repairs, capital outlay projects, and bulk/eviction pick-ups. The agenda includes public comments and approval of prior minutes; no other business will be conducted.

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✓ Decided: Shreveport committee discusses capital projects and bulk trash pickup

The Shreveport Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee approved the July 14, 2026 minutes and heard updates on Red River District repairs, capital outlay projects, and bulk and eviction pick-up procedures. No final legislative votes or ordinances were enacted during the meeting.

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How are you? >> Okay. >> [clears throat] >> money. >> Yes, ma'am. Okay, >> he's going to be added. >> [clears throat] >> What you bringing over here, dear? This is [clears throat] what's up. >> [clears throat] >> I don't know. >> [clears throat and cough] down the street. Shut them down. Which one? You want to stop? >> [clears throat] >> Hey Jack, >> can you fix my computer? We don't have to vote on the menu. >> [clears throat] >> See what he said. I just f to lift this hand. [laughter] >> I don't know. Am I even on this committee? >> Yeah, >> I am. >> Darn. I didn't know that. >> Oh, now we're quum. You holding up progress. [laughter] >> Are you [clears throat] >> Jack? You ready? >> Yeah. >> Huh? >> Good afternoon. Would like to uh call the uh planning and infrastructure uh GIS committee uh meeting to order. Um this time we will have opening uh comments. Thank y'all for coming and uh um thank you for being here. We're in hopes that uh the information that is shared today will be helpful to you and to bless our city. This time we'll have public comments. Sammy, thank you. There has been something that's been bugging me about the people that are driving around and they aim the trash toward the trash cans and they end up missing. And when I see this going on, I'm the one who's had to end up going behind them and picking up putting it in the trash bin. And I I think this is just ridiculous. Or the trash can. Either one. It's just ridiculous that people don't know how to pick up …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE POSTED: September 3, 2026; 2:00 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, September 08, 2026 at 1:30 p.m., in the Government Chamber, located on the 1  floor of Government Plaza; 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana.  Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673­5262, by 12:30 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. Note:  No other business will be conducted at the meeting. SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL  Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee Government Chamber, 1  Floor of Government Plaza September 08, 2026 1:30 PM 1. Call To Order 2. Opening Comments from Chair James Green 3. Public Comments 4. Approval of July 14, 2026 Minutes 5. Agenda Items: (A)  Red River District Repairs (B)  Capital Outlay Projects (C)  Bulk/Evictions Pick­Ups 6. Adjournment st st
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MINUTES Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee Meeting Government Chamber, 1st Floor of Government Plaza Tuesday, September 8, 2026 1:30 P.M. Chair James Green called the meeting of the Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee to order and welcomed those in attendance. Public Comments: Sammy addressed the Committee regarding littering and the removal or theft of City property, including traffic signs and signals. He asked residents to properly dispose of trash and to leave City property in place. Approval of July 14, 2026 Minutes A motion was made and seconded to approve the minutes. The motion was adopted unanimously. Agenda Items A. Red River District Repairs: City staff reported that previously identified lighting, roof, and ceiling tile repairs in the Red River District were substantially complete. Roof drains were being rechecked, two replacement light fixtures had been ordered, and ceiling tiles had been replaced with fire-retardant tiles. Plans for awning repairs were being finalized with the architect and contractor, including work affecting Cassandra’s and G-Spot. Staff also planned electrical inspections and repairs in occupied and vacant spaces. Staff reported that four of the District’s eight City-owned spaces were vacant. There had been inquiries regarding the former Fatty Arbuckle space, but a letter of intent remained in effect for several more months. Discussion also included marketing vacant spaces, preparing larger vacant spaces for …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 03:00 PM

September 8, 2026 Administrative Conference and City Council Meeting

Shreveport City Council to vote on multiple budget amendments and two rezonings

The Shreveport City Council is holding its regular meeting on September 8, 2026, with a consent agenda and several resolutions and ordinances for discussion or final passage. Key items include budget amendments for multiple funds, two zoning changes, and several cooperative endeavor agreements. The agenda also includes routine reports and appointments.

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✓ Decided: Shreveport council approves Solid Waste budget amendment after reconsideration

The Shreveport City Council approved Resolution 89 of 2026 authorizing a cooperative endeavor agreement for the Stoner Hill Neighborhood Association to use the former Valencia Park Recreation Center at 1800 Viking Drive, and Resolution 90 of 2026 donating three adjudicated Fairfield Avenue properties to the Shreveport Implementation and Redevelopment Authority. The council also approved resolutions rejecting all bids for the SHV ATCT Relocation Enabling Package (IFB #26-028) and for Janitorial Services (RFP 26-809). Ordinance 80 of 2026, amending the 2026 Solid Waste Enterprise Fund budget, was initially postponed, then reconsidered and adopted as amended; Ordinance 92 of 2026, amending the 2026 General Fund budget, failed on a 3-3 vote. Several other 2026 budget ordinances and a zoning case were adopted, one zoning case was withdrawn, and six resolutions and two ordinances were introduced and laid over to September 22, 2026.

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pass, doesn't it? Are we on tonight? Well, that doesn't look good. You don't have We hire somebody. >> Exactly. You figure that out. Thank you. should tell him. >> No eggs. We're all >> out. >> Madam clerk, you ready? >> Good afternoon. The Shreport City Council meeting is now called to order. I'm going to ask Father Paul to give us the invocation. I'm going to ask Councilman Talifer to lead us in the pledge. >> Thank you, Madam Chairman. Let's pray. Almighty God and heavenly father, we pray your blessing upon Tabitha Taylor, Gary Brooks, Jim Telly, Pharaoh, Grayson Butcher, Alan Jackson, James Green, Ursula Bowman, Thomas Arseno. Send down upon those who hold office in the city of Shreport a spirit of wisdom, of charity, and of justice that with steadfast purpose they may faithfully serve in their offices to promote the well-being of the people of Shreport. Pray this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. >> Amen. All face the flag of the greatest country on earth. And as we say our pledge, let us be mindful of the sacrifices of the military members and our civilians who gave us 250 years of freedom. I pledge algiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Madam clerk, will you please call the role? Councilwoman Taylor, >> present. Councilman Brooks, Councilman Talifer, >> here ma'am. >> Councilman Butcher >> here. >> Councilman Jackson here. >> Councilman Gree …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 9/4/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference and Regular Meeting, Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. the combined meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA September 8, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS August 24, 2026 August 25, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS D. R …
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana September 8, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Father Paul. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taliaferro. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 6. Absent: Councilman Gary Brooks. 1. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, August 24, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 6. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: Councilman Brooks. 1. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS REPORTS: …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, August 24, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, August 25, 2026…
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to confirm the above-mentioned executive appointments. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
5 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
5 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
17 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
5 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
12 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion failed by the following vote:
3 nay
Taylor nay · Boucher nay · Green. nay
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to withdraw. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to reconsider Ordinance No. 80 of 2026. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Ordinance 80 of 2026. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt Ordinance No. 80 of 2026 as amended. Motion approved by the following vote:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 03:00 PM

August 25, 2026 City Council Meeting

Council votes on oil/gas leases and rezones Jack Wells Island to heavy industrial

The Shreveport City Council will vote on resolutions to seek public bids for oil, gas, and mineral leases in District G. The agenda includes final passage of ordinances to sell surplus city-owned real property at specific addresses. Additionally, the council will introduce ordinances amending multiple 2026 budget funds and three zoning map amendments, though these will not be adopted until September 8, 2026.

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✓ Decided: Council approves oil/gas leases, tax abatements, and property sales

The Shreveport City Council approved two oil, gas, and mineral lease requests for city-owned property in District G, endorsed two Restoration Tax Abatement applications, and authorized the sale of surplus city-owned properties. The council also adopted a resolution urging enhanced enforcement of property standards and tenant protections, and introduced several budget amendments and zoning changes for future consideration.

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videos. >> Not only did I see it, I saw your comments where you [laughter] >> actually Hey Jay, what's up man? >> Yeah. Yeah, that's right. I had fetucci with mozzarella. Still got them in. Huh? [clears throat] Father Paul, come to the front. >> [clears throat] >> I should have known. >> Here he is on his way. Some this way. [clears throat] Who did >> you guys see if we can get that electronic? would you send it to me? >> Yeah, this is if we can get it electronically posted that on my social media. >> I need to follow up with this exact It just gets thicker [clears throat] >> and deeper and deeper. [clears throat] Good afternoon everyone. >> The Shreport City Council meeting is now called to order. I'm going to ask Father Paul to please come up and lead us in prayer. I'm going to ask Councilman Talero to lead us in the pledge. And before Father Paul speaks, Councilman Jackson has some words. Um, Father Paul, um, before today's meeting, if you don't mind, I would ask that you keep the Bowman family, um, in your prayers. I would ask the audience to keep them in the prayers and everybody at the sound of my voice. Um, this job can sometimes be very taxing. U, we're pulled in many different directions. Um, but it's even harder to do um, when your family member um, may have been hospitalized. In the Bowman's case, that was the case. Um and so rushing to your husband's side after um yesterday's meeting, I I commend you for that. I commend you for keeping your head high. And again, l …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 8/21/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE August 24, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA August 25, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS August 10, 2026 August 11, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AW …
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana August 25, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, August 25, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Father Paul. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taliaferro. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks (arrived at 3:05 pm), Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher (arrived at 3:06 pm), Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, August 10, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Taliaferro, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 5. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: Councilmen Brooks and Boucher. 2. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DIST …
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🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, August 10, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, August 11, 2026…
5 yea
Taylor yea · Taliaferro yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to add Resolution No. 91 of 2026 to the agenda. Councilwoman Taylor asked those in attendance if there was anyone present to speak in…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
14 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Taliaferro, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Green, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Green, to overturn the decision of the Shreveport Police Department and grant the alcoholic beverage handling employee card (ABO card). Motion…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 03:00 PM

August 24, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

Shreveport City Council to consider tax abatements, zoning changes, and budget amendments

The Shreveport City Council will hold an Administrative Conference and Regular Meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including endorsements for state tax abatement programs, zoning changes, and numerous budget amendments. The agenda also includes public hearings, property standards reports, and appointments to city boards.

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✓ Decided: Council sets agenda, postpones alcohol appeal to Aug 25

The Shreveport City Council held an administrative conference to set the agenda for the August 25, 2026 meeting. The only substantive action was a unanimous vote to postpone an alcoholic beverage ordinance appeal by Xavier Greene until August 25, 2026. No other decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

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rather. Hey Jackie, >> how are you? >> Hey, this guy here I got pull down. >> Why are you wearing one? >> Huh? >> At least wait until tomorrow. How you doing? >> How's your week? My grandapt That went well. >> Okay. Y'all stay out the streets, man. Come to the gym. You want to shoot? Come >> and for had told us not to. >> No. Well, I I will save this Chris if you're here if you're okay with that. Phil, I'm really kind of tired. I like pictures. >> I hope to see you in every month. How are you? Y'all doing all right? >> How are you? How are you? >> Don't look down here. Good afternoon everyone. The Shreport City Council meeting is now called to order. I'm going to ask Paul Pratt to give the invocation. I ask Councilman Ba to lead us in the pledge. Everybody stand please. >> Good afternoon. >> Let us go to the Lord in prayer. Oh heavenly father, we thank you for this day first of all for waking us. We thank you God for being God all by yourself. God, you were here from the beginning. And God, we need your guidance this day. We ask that you touch these servant leaders, our mayor, our city council, that they will make the proper decisions to make this a better place for all of our citizens, make Shreport a better place, Louisiana a better place, and our world a better place. We know God that you're the only one that can grant forgiveness. And we thank you for all that you do. Guide as this day, it's in your son Jesus Christ's name we pray. Amen. >> Amen. If you would face the fla …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 8/21/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE August 24, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA August 25, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS August 10, 2026 August 11, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AW …
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SUMMARY MINUTES SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE August 24, 2026 The Administrative Conference of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor, at 3:00 p.m., Monday, August 24, 2026, in the Government Chamber of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Invocation was given by Paul Pratt and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Boucher. On roll call, the following members were present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brook, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The Council met and set the following agenda for Tuesday, August 25, 2026, agenda. * * * * ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE August 24, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA August 25, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 10, 2026 AUGUST 11, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS D. REPORTS: Property Standards Report …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to postpone until August 25, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 01:00 PM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Shreveport Public Safety Committee to discuss SPD drone program and equipment

The Public Safety Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss the Shreveport Police Department's drone program and receive an update on police and fire equipment. The agenda includes public comments and approval of prior minutes, with no other business to be conducted.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves minutes, tables equipment update

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the June 23, 2026 meeting. A drone program demonstration was given, but no action was taken on it. The committee voted to table the police and fire equipment update until the next meeting.

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only more than I ever station. >> What is it? Exactly. >> Yeah. Yeah, it's your >> Yeah, >> just run back and forth with it >> [laughter] >> You're out. How do Um, >> I just Absolutely. Hey, hey, hey. Um, are you carrying duty? >> Are you will you be caring or not? >> You should be Got a purple. >> I'm doing I'm excited. >> Well, okay. [laughter] >> Love you. So, looks like you pulled Let dinner say right. Peace. >> Be safe. The next day [clears throat] Yes, sir. Yes. Last time we did >> right here. >> One of these. >> How are you? Hey, mayor. >> How are y'all doing? >> Good to see you again. >> Good to see you, too. >> Hey, how are you? >> Good to see you. >> How are you? >> How you doing? >> I'm doing great. How are you? We'll [clears throat] bring something over. That's right. >> That's right. Okay. Just leave this up here. We wired Where Okay. >> Yeah. >> Let's see. >> Oh, there you go. Just needed to get kick started again. >> Close. Yes. >> This is woman. How you doing? >> Nice to meet you, man. Nice to meet you. [laughter] Oh, you mean the adults? >> I wonder laptop. No, they don't. >> You know what? I jumped out so quick. I don't know what color >> I don't know. >> Am I in the chairman seat, Jackie? >> Am I in the chairman seat? >> I don't care. >> We don't care. Thank you. >> Throw down. >> Oh, that's a nice Oh yeah, that's nice. >> But [snorts] >> I think we're going to go ahead and get started. Uh Chairwoman Taylor is on her way. I'm going to ask that uh Reverend G …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE POSTED: August 17, 2026 at 3:00 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Safety Committee will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., in Government Chamber located on the 1  floor of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana.   Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673‐5262, by 12:00 noon the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. Note:  No other business will be conducted at the meeting. SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING August 19, 2026 1:00 PM 1. Call To Order 2. Opening Comments from Chair Grayson Boucher 3. Public Comments 4. Approval of June 23, 2026 Minutes 5. Agenda Items: A.  Discussion:  SPD Drone Program B.  Update:  Police and Fire Equipment 6. Adjournment st
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MINUTES Public Safety Committee Meeting Government Chamber, 1st Floor of Government Plaza Wednesday, August 19, 2026 1:00 P.M. Chair Grayson Boucher called the meeting of the Public Safety Committee to order at approximately 1:05 p.m. Councilman Green offered the invocation; and the Pledge was offered by Councilman Taliaferro. Committee Members Present: Chair Grayson Boucher, Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilman Jim Taliaferro, Mayor Tom Arceneaux, Police Chief Wayne Smith, and Fire Chief Clarence Reese. Also Present: Councilwoman Ursula Bowman, Councilman James Green, Councilman Alan Jackson, CAO Tom Dark, Stephen Terese, Jackie White, RJ Johnson and additional City staff and citizens (see sign-in sheet). Opening Comments None Public Comments None Approval of Minutes Motion by Mayor Arceneaux, seconded by Chief Smith, to approve the minutes from the June 23, 2026 Public Safety Committee meeting. Motion carried unanimously approved. Agenda Items A. Discussion: SPD Drone Program Mr. Izzy Valdovino, with Skydo, and his assistants gave a demonstration of their drone program. B. Update: Police and Fire Equipment Motion by Councilman Taliaferro and seconded by Councilwoman Taylor to table agenda item “B” until the next Public Safety meeting. Motion carried and unanimously approved. Adjournment: 2:25 PM after a brief recess. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 03:00 PM

August 11, 2026 City Council Meeting

Council to vote on oil, gas leases, bridge BRT grant, and property sales

The Shreveport City Council is holding its regular meeting on August 11, 2026, with a consent agenda and several resolutions and ordinances for consideration. Key items include authorizing oil, gas, and mineral lease bids on city-owned properties, endorsing a grant application for the Linwood Bridge replacement and Medical Corridor BRT project, and approving the sale of surplus city-owned properties. The agenda also includes routine budget amendments and recognitions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $25M transfer to water/sewer fund and Mooretown center lease

The Shreveport City Council approved a $25 million transfer from the General Fund to the Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund to maintain a Rate Stabilization Account, and authorized a 30-year ground lease with the Caddo Parish School Board to redevelop the former Mooretown Elementary School into a Community Resource Center. The council also approved several other resolutions, including a $175 million transit grant application endorsement, a cooperative endeavor for the Glen Cove Community Garden, and a mineral lease for District C property. Several items were tabled or postponed, including mineral leases for Districts A and G and two restoration tax abatement endorsements.

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Yeah, you did. >> Yeah, you did. >> That's why you >> appreciate the card. Well, everyone over there. >> Yeah, I know. Got it in my uh in my uh >> in my house. >> Yeah. What's that? Well, I guess you know Washington. >> Well, now Joe Money was the one that got also I think it's great. And then you know not only move the bus right out your front door. And I'd like to also >> make it later. >> Yeah. You know, it's a good cause. >> I want to help you. Who else? You got That's called Thank you. All right. Yeah, >> we're about to Did y'all check on my baby yesterday? Look like a rat. >> I will not look like a rat. Where are you? I got Hey Tamore. Let's have a short meeting today. Let's have a short one. But yeah, so Very nice. >> Thank you. >> I don't think I've seen that. >> How you doing? >> I know it. James It tells Father Oh, >> yes. Thank you. I updated after I I made it out the garage. James tried to lock me in there. Good. >> How you doing? >> Good afternoon. Streetport City Council meeting has now been called to order. I'm going to ask Father Paul to lead us in the invocation and I'll ask Councilman Green to lead us in the pledge. Let us pray. Almighty God, everlasting father, send upon this chamber and those who hold office in the city of Shreport a spirit of wisdom, of charity, and of justice. We pray this day for Tabitha Taylor, for Gary Brooks, Jim Taliferoh, Grayson Butcher, Alan Jackson, James Green, Ursula Bowman, Thomas Arseno. Lord, we pray that with steadfast pur …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 8/7/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE August 10, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA August 11, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS July 27, 2026 July 28, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS …
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana August 11, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Father Paul. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Green. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson and James Green. 6. Absent: Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 1. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, July 27, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson and Green. 6. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: Councilwoman Bowman. 1. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS REPORTS: Property Standards Report (resoluti …
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Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, July 27, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Motion…
6 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Green, to table. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Taliaferro, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Taylor, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green. yea
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 03:00 PM

August 10, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

Council to vote on oil, gas leases, bridge funding, and property sales

The Shreveport City Council will hold an administrative conference and regular meeting to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include authorizing oil and gas leases on city-owned property, endorsing a grant application for the Linwood Bridge replacement and Medical Corridor BRT project, and approving the sale of surplus city-owned properties. The agenda also includes routine budget amendments and recognitions.

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✓ Decided: Council upholds denial of ABO card for Timothy Prewitt

The Shreveport City Council held an administrative conference to set the agenda for the August 11 meeting. The only substantive decision was an appeal ruling: the council voted 6-0 to uphold the Shreveport Police Department's denial of a Class A alcoholic beverage handling employee card for Timothy Prewitt, allowing him to pursue a Class B license instead. All other agenda items were introductions or scheduled for future action.

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So So all of that as far What you talking? Is it? >> Oh, okay. We're going to call >> you. All right. >> Okay. What's this? [laughter] You sure you go? You okay? [laughter] Sorry. I got off the stair. Amen. Right. Look at >> that's Madame clerk, you ready? Okay. Councilman >> [laughter] >> You're the only one who [laughter] >> Good afternoon everyone. Streetport City Council meeting is now called to order. I'm going to ask Councilman Telerero to lead us in the invocation. Ask Councilman Green to lead us in the pledge. >> Let's stand and go to the Lord in prayer. We have a lot to be thankful for. Heavenly Father, >> we come to you because we are humbled. >> We are humbled because of your grace and we know that your grace means everything to us. We know that we are sinners and we ask your forgiveness for the s committed. Lord, we ask your many blessings upon those who less fortunate than ourselves. We ask your blessings upon this city, this administration, and the constituents that we serve. And may we serve them with the honesty, the integrity, and the transparency that they so deserve. In your name we pray. Amen. >> Amen. Would you turn and face the flag? >> I pledge algiance to the flag of the United States of America >> and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Madam clerk, will you please call the role? >> Councilwoman Taylor, >> present. >> Councilman Brooks, Councilman Talifer, >> here ma'am. >> Counc …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 8/7/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE : Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE August 10, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA August 11, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS July 27, 2026 July 28, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS …
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SUMMARY MINUTES SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE August 10, 2026 The Administrative Conference of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor, at 3:00 p.m., Monday, August 10, 2026, in the Government Chamber of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Invocation was given by Councilman Taliaferro and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Green. On roll call, the following members were present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brook, Jim Taliaferro, Alan Jackson (arrived at 3:13 p.m.), James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 6. Absent: Councilman Grayson Boucher. 1. The Council met and set the following agenda for Tuesday, August 11, 2026, agenda. * * * * ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE August 10, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA August 11, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 27, 2026 JULY 28, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS …
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Motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilman Green, to uphold the decision of the Shreveport Police Department to deny the Class A alcoholic beverage handling employee card (ABO card) and to…
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 03:00 PM

July 28, 2026 City Council Meeting

City Council to vote on surplus property sales and mineral leases

The Shreveport City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 28, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). The agenda includes routine procedural items, confirmations, and appointments, as well as several resolutions and ordinances for adoption or introduction. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council approves legal retainer for fire apparatus litigation

The council approved a legal services retainer agreement with Pettiette, Armand, Dunkelman, Woodley & Cromwell, LLP and Fishman Haygood, LLP on a contingency basis to represent the city in litigation related to rising fire apparatus costs. The council also adopted a cooperative endeavor agreement for state-funded infrastructure, beautification, and youth programming in House District 3, and accepted public dedications of streets in the Lucien Field Estates subdivision. Two resolutions seeking oil/gas/mineral lease bids were postponed or withdrawn, and several ordinances and resolutions were introduced for future consideration.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 7/24/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE : Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE July 27, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 28, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS July 13, 2026 July 14, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND …
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana July 28, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, July 28, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Father Paul. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Jackson. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson (arrived at 3:07p.m.), James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, July 13, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS REPORTS: Property Stand …
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🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, July 13, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Motion…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to confirm the above- mentioned appointments. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to withdraw. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
14 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
14 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 03:00 PM

July 27, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

Shreveport council to consider BRT grant, mineral leases, budget amendments

The Shreveport City Council will discuss and vote on resolutions authorizing mineral leases for oil and gas exploration, a grant application for the Linwood Bridge replacement and Bus Rapid Transit project, and cooperative agreements with state agencies and the school board. They will also consider ordinances to amend the 2026 budgets and authorize the sale of surplus city properties. Public hearings are scheduled for future dates on tax abatement endorsements and property sales.

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✓ Decided: Council sets agenda for July 28 meeting, hears public comments on flooding and trash

The Shreveport City Council held an administrative conference to set the agenda for the July 28, 2026 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the council heard public comments on flooding, drainage, employment, and trash at 2025 Marshall Street. The council also approved overturning a police department decision to grant an alcoholic beverage handling card to Katherine Dunn (7-0) and postponed an appeal by Timothy Prewitt until August 10, 2026.

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Hey, >> is this transfer? Would you? Foreign speech. Foreign speech. Looks like Don't get me in the middle of that. hose. >> Yeah. We can't get Yeah, she may she may break the record today. >> You don't care. >> I'm done. >> I'm fixing to go get in my food. >> It's so hot. Usually there >> maybe I was looking at I can't >> I like Hey Tom, >> you all right? >> Yeah. >> I feel like I ain't seen you in forever. >> Hey, how you doing? You don't need to say >> Mr. Mayor. >> Hello Gary. How are you? >> Good. That was like, >> are you serious? Let me read my me now, right? Good afternoon everyone. Shreport city council meeting is now called to order. I'm going to ask Councilman Green to lead us in the invocation. Ask Councilman Brooks to lead us in the pled. >> Thank you, Lord, for this day and we give you praise. We give you glory and we give you honor. We thank you for what you've done for us and we praise you in advance for what you're going to do. We ask you'd cover our city. We ask you to cover all of the folk that's in charge. And we love you today. And we praise you today. Lord, we just ask you'd come in this meeting and let us operate it in a Christlike manner. and after um everything is said and done that you will have some glory in it and Lord we just love you we praise you we bless your name in Jesus name we pray. Amen. >> Amen. >> Let's face the flag and recite the pledge >> allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands. O …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 7/24/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE : Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE July 27, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 28, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS July 13, 2026 July 14, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND …
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SUMMARY MINUTES SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE July 27, 2026 The Administrative Conference of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor, at 3:00 p.m., Monday, July 27, 2026, in the Government Chamber of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Invocation was given by Councilman Green and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Brooks. On roll call, the following members were present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brook, Jim Taliaferro (arrived at 3:15 p.m.), Grayson Boucher (arrived at 3:07 p.m.), Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The Council met and set the following agenda for Tuesday, July 28, 2026, agenda. * * * * ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE July 27, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 28, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2026 JULY 14, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS D …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to overturn the decision of the Shreveport Police Department and grant the alcoholic beverage handing card (ABO card). Motion…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jackson, to postpone until August 10, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 03:00 PM

July 14, 2026 City Council Meeting

City Council adopts several zoning map amendments and surplus property ordinances

The Shreveport City Council will vote on multiple ordinances, including three zoning map amendments that change land‑use designations on Freestate Boulevard, Crockett Street, and Ellerbe Road. It will also adopt ordinances to declare certain city‑owned properties surplus and to amend a bid‑price ordinance for 401 Texas Street. Additional actions include authorizing contracts for ambulances, a legal services agreement, and a cooperative purchasing agreement.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $1.44 M ambulance contract and adopts hazard‑mitigation plan

The council adopted the Caddo Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan Update and authorized a $1,435,272 contract for four new ambulances for the fire department. It also approved an amendment to the transit management agreement extending it through 2031. A request for mineral lease bids was postponed. All actions were approved unanimously.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 7/10/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE : Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE July 13, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 14, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS June 22, 2026 June 23, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND …
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana July 14, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Chief Reese. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taliaferro. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson (arrived at 3:07p.m.), James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, June 22, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 6. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: Councilman Jackson. 1. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS REPORTS: P …
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Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, June 22, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Motion…
6 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Green, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
14 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 01:30 PM

Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee Meeting

Updates on grass mowing, interstate upkeep, pothole repairs

The Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee will meet to receive progress updates on several public works items, including grass mowing, interstate and ramp cleaning, drainage maintenance, lane marking repairs, and pothole filling. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Committee defers minutes, hears infrastructure updates; no votes taken

The Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee met but took no formal votes. It approved the April 28, 2026 minutes unanimously after a quorum was reached. All other agenda items were informational, covering grass mowing, interstate maintenance, drainage, lane markings, potholes, and SWEPCO services.

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Let me go wash my hands. It's all yellow. I have two questions. I was waiting for the jacket to come. We would like to call to order the planning and infrastructure meeting to order. I know your time is valuable, so we're not going to delay it. Thank you all for coming. And at this particular time, if there are any public comments, you may come now. Anyone with public comments before we move to the agenda? Anyone with comments? Because we don't have a quorum, we won't approve the minutes. The first item is grass mowing progress. All right. Okay. So we had grass mowing progress. Good afternoon, are you? I guess I had a little issue with my laptop. So right now with the grass cutting season, we're still on a two-week rotation. And with the weather, there's a major issue with the weather. We're getting rain twice a week. I do have representation from different contractors that are in the audience that could pretty much vouch for what we're dealing with. But there's really much we can do about the weather. Once the weather clear up, we'll be back on it. During the two-week rotation, hopefully we can accommodate for the amount of things that we have missed us for. But with the mowing, it's pretty frustrating right now. As you can see, we got a huge amount of rain that we dealt with yesterday that will pull us back maybe a week or so. But we are working full-time schedules, even weekends as needed. Any more questions you got? Anyone else? Any questions on the grass more? I know we …
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PUBLIC NOTICE Posted: July 02, 2026 10:30 AM PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 1:30 p.m., in the Government Chamber, located on the 1st floor of Government Plaza; 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 12:30 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. Note: No other business will be conducted at the meeting. AGENDA Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee Government Chamber, 1st Floor of Government Plaza July 14, 2026 1:30 p.m. 1. Call To Order 2. Opening Comments from Chair James Green 3. Public Comments 4. Approval of April 28, 2026 Minutes 5. Agenda Items: (A) Grass Mowing Progress (B) Update: Plans for Keeping Interstates and On/Off Ramps Clean (C) Drainage/Grass (Right of Ways) Upkeep (D) Update: Repair Work, Interstate Lane Markings (E) Update: Pothole Repairs 6. Adjournment
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Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee Meeting Minutes Shreveport City Council Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Time: 1:34 p.m. Location: Government Chamber, Government Plaza 505 Travis Street Shreveport, Louisiana 1. Call to Order Chairman James Green called the meeting to order at 1:34 p.m. Because a quorum was not present at the beginning of the meeting, approval of the previous meeting minutes was deferred to a quorum was present. 2. Opening Comments Opening remarks welcomed those in attendance and noted that the committee would proceed with informational agenda items despite the lack of a quorum. 3. Public Comments No public comments were offered. 4. Approval of April 28, 2026 Minutes Approval of the April 28, 2026 committee minutes was deferred until a quorum was reached at 1:54 p.m. April 28, 2026 minutes were motioned by Councilman Alan Jackson and seconded by Couniclwoman Taylor. The minutes were adopted unanimously. Agenda Item A – Grass Mowing Progress Public Works staff reported grass cutting continues on a two-week rotation despite significant rainfall. Additional contractors have been assigned to assist with major corridors and rights-of- way. Committee members emphasized maintaining major gateways, sidewalks, and thoroughfares and requested continued communication with the public regarding weather-related delays. Agenda Item B – Interstate and Ramp Maintenance DOTD discussed mowing schedules, interstate litter removal, and maintenance resp …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 01:00 PM

Property Standards Meeting

Shreveport property standards committee receives updates on vacant buildings

The Property Standards Committee will receive updates on enforcement actions for vacant apartments and buildings, the bid process for apartments, block-by-block blight status, SWEEPS status, grass cutting coordination, and bulk pickups. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists entirely of informational updates.

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✓ Decided: Property Standards Committee approves prior minutes, discusses blight and demolition

The Shreveport Property Standards Committee approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee discussed vacant apartment demolitions, the Block by Block blight initiative, illegal dumping enforcement, and SWEPCO's partnership, but took no formal votes on these items. Staff were directed to provide demolition cost estimates and rankings, monitor apartment ownership transfers, and expand public education and enforcement efforts.

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green. Is there somebody else that's supposed to speak? >> Okay. Um what we did was we went went back through. We've recited all of the vacant apartments and vacant buildings um that we were dealing with. Um right now we're still having an issue with funds. So we will need cash flow to demolish. Um we out of all of the apartments I think we have one that tries to maintain once we cite them. Which is uh 68th Street. >> Okay. >> Uh >> [laughter] >> so >> So cheap. Come on now. >> [laughter] >> I'mma ask y'all to silence y'all cell phones, please. >> [laughter] >> Yeah, so >> Okay. >> Let me silence mine while I'm talking about it. So I mean as far as updates on them on the apartments that's pretty much where we're at. It's it's still a a money thing. >> How much money we looking at? >> Um roughly Now this is from the last time we looked at them. Um just for the demolition portion of it. Um I think we're looking at close to 175 to 250,000 per complex. Uh that doesn't include how much the asbestos abatement would cost us now. >> He says it's the same price. You said it's the same price per complex. There's no difference in >> Uh I'm sure that Oh, no, no, no, no. I'm That's why I said roughly. >> Okay. Can we get a breakdown per apartment apartment complex? >> Yes. >> And and which ones you think are absolutely a rating on which worst to best. >> Oh, most definitely. Um the first one would be um um off of Bernstein. Um yeah. Then would have Yeah. So, that would be the worst one. U …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE POSTED: July 07, 2026; 11:30 AM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Property Standards Committee will hold a public meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., in Government Chamber located on the 1st floor of Government Plaza; 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana.  Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673­5262, by 12 noon the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. Note:  No other business will be conducted at the meeting. SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL  PROPERTY STANDARDS COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, July 13, 2026 1:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Opening comments from Chair Tabatha Taylor 3. Public Comments 4. Approval of September 08, 2025 Minutes 5. Agenda Items: A.  Update:  Vacant Apartments and Vacant Buildings (Enforcement) B.  Update on Bid Process for Apartments C.  Block By Block/Blight Status (Law Enforcement) D.  SWEEPS Status E.  Grass Cutting SPAR, Property Standards and Public Works F.  Bulk Pickups 6. Adjournment NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE POSTED: July 07, 2026; 11:30 AM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Property Standards Committee will hold a public meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., in Government Chamber located on the 1st floor of Government Plaza; 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louis …
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Property Standards Committee Meeting Minutes Shreveport City Council Date: Monday, July 13, 2026 Time: 1:01 p.m. Location: Government Chamber, Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana 1. Call to Order Chairwoman Tabatha Taylor called the meeting to order at approximately 1:00 p.m. 2. Opening Comments Chairwoman Taylor welcomed attendees and emphasized the committee's continued focus on neighborhood revitalization, code enforcement, blight reduction, and improving quality of life throughout the city. 3. Public Comments Ms. Ruby Smalls stated that she was that she was getting help with her garden. 4. Approval of Minutes The minutes from the September 8, 2025 Property Standards Committee meeting were motioned by Couniclwoman Bowman and seconded by Councilman Jackson. The minutes were approved unanimously. Agenda Item A – Vacant Apartments and Vacant Buildings Staff reported inspections of vacant apartment complexes had been completed. Funding remains the primary obstacle to demolition, with estimated demolition costs ranging from $175,000 to $250,000 per complex, excluding asbestos abatement. Staff will provide demolition cost estimates and priority rankings. Committee members discussed zoning, ownership transfers, rental registration, and stronger interdepartmental enforcement. Agenda Item B – Apartment Bid Process Staff had not yet received official results from the recent auction of four apartment complexes (The Pines, Oaks Apartmen …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 03:00 PM

July 13, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

Shreveport City Council discusses zoning, property sales, and fire department equipment

The City Council will meet for an Administrative Conference on July 13 and a Regular Meeting on July 14. The agenda includes several rezoning requests, the sale of city-owned surplus property, and authorizations for ambulance purchases and mineral leases.

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✓ Decided: Council authorized mayor to contract for new fire department ambulances

The council adopted the Caddo Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan update and approved several mayoral contracts, including the purchase of ambulances for the fire department. It also approved multiple zoning map amendments. Motions to uphold police decisions denying Class A alcoholic beverage handling cards for three applicants were approved unanimously.

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Thank you. When are they due to arrive? Fine, fine, fine. Ernie? What's that? and this is funny all right good deal yeah maybe that was that uh but the wi-fi that other wi-fi i i don't i don't recognize that other wi-fi network i'm not sure where that's from it's a charisma it's just a signal you only have yeah you only have like one bar or something yeah so yeah we can't do anything about that but the wi-fi seems pretty yeah it's like down in the Yes ma'am, we'll go with that. Yeah, we'll roll with that one. Good afternoon. The City Council meeting is now called to order. I'm going to ask Councilman Talaferro to lead us in prayer and Councilman Jackson to lead us in the prayer. I'll stand as we go before our Lord in prayer. Heavenly Father, Lord Jesus, we ask that you be in our hearts and be in our minds and be in our souls and always remind us that you are God and that you will never forsake us or leave us in times of trouble. Lord, we ask you many blessings upon this council meeting and our great city. Amen. We're going to all recite the pledge with me. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Madam Clerk, will you please call the roll? Councilwoman Taylor. Present. Councilman Brooks. Here. Councilman Taylor-Farrell. Here, ma'am. Councilman Butcher. Councilman Jackson. Here. Councilman Green. And Councilwoman Bowman. Present. Councilman Butch …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 7/10/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE : Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE July 13, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 14, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS June 22, 2026 June 23, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND …
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SUMMARY MINUTES SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE July 13, 2026 The Administrative Conference of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor, at 3:00 p.m., Monday, July 13, 2026, in the Government Chamber of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Invocation was given by Councilman Taliaferro and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Jackson. On roll call, the following members were present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brook, Jim Taliaferro, Alan Jackson, James Green (arrived at 3:16 p.m.) and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 6. Absent: Councilman Grayson Boucher. 1. The Council met and set the following agenda for Tuesday, July 14, 2026, agenda. * * * * ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE July 13, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 14, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 22, 2026 JUNE 23, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS D. REPO …
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Motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Green, to uphold the decision of the Shreveport Police Department to deny the Class A alcoholic beverage handling employee card (ABO card) and to…
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Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to uphold the decision of the Shreveport Police Department to deny the Class A alcoholic beverage handling employee card (ABO card) and to…
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Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to postpone until July 27, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 03:00 PM

June 23, 2026 City Council Meeting

Council to adopt 2026 capital and airport budget amendments

The Shreveport City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 23, 2026, with no public hearings scheduled. They are set to adopt amendments to the 2026 Capital Improvements Budget and Airport Enterprise Fund Budget, and vote on resolutions including selecting the Times as official journal, authorizing a parking system management contract, and accepting a water/sewer donation for Lucien Field Estates Phase III. Introductions include three zoning map amendments and a contract to purchase ambulances for the fire department.

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✓ Decided: Shreveport council approves $1.25M parking contract, selects official journal

The Shreveport City Council unanimously approved five resolutions, including a $1,250,100 three-year contract with the Downtown Development Authority for parking system management and the selection of The Times as the city's official journal for 2026-2027. The council also authorized an intergovernmental agreement with DOTD for I-20 fence repair from Jewella to Hearne Avenue, consented to the assignment of oil and gas leases from Cypress Energy Partners to Apex Natural Gas, and accepted a donation of water and sewer facilities for Lucien Field Estates Phase III. All votes were 7-0 except one abstention on the official journal resolution.

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53,000 dollars They've been trying to get us 8 to 10 years. And it was donated to the school program. Kids program. If I could shift some of that to the Lord, that would But if we can work out the details if if you come up here with and I really believe It's all if you really decide where the Lord wants you. Well, come on up. >> I'm a big boy scout. >> Well, I'm not speaking to you. You're the guy. So, what do you think about that? >> I I I think it's I think it's worthwhile. >> Okay. Okay. It's no reason for it. >> Yeah. >> Okay. Okay. Good deal. You know any other Eagle Scouts? I know Paul Stewart is. Uh >> Gary >> Really? >> Yeah. >> [laughter] >> But you know, with your permission, if we do this partnership, that goes a long way to have some Eagle Scouts come in and join in with us at the sale. >> Yeah. Be great. >> I would have never guessed that one. >> Well, >> [laughter] >> I wouldn't either, but I'm that's why I'm letting you know. >> Yes, sir. Yes, sir. Okay, well, we will move forward seeing how to make this work. When you finish this, you go into this >> Sammy, let me kiss you for just a second. How many tables? I'm going to take my lady to dinner. >> Thank you. >> RJ >> Good afternoon everyone in the chamber. Council meeting starts at 3:00. Give us about 5 minutes after 3:00 and we're going to get started, okay? Y'all can go back to talking. >> It doesn't matter if it's okay. >> Did you need it? >> I don't have a second. >> You needed it? >> Oh. >> It's good now. …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 6/18/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE : Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE June 22, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA June 23, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS June 8, 2026 June 9, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND REC …
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana June 23, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:03 p. m. Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Father Paul. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Boucher. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, June 8, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS REPORTS: Property Standards Report (resolution 7 …
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Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, June 8, 2026, and City Council meeting, Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Motion…
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motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 01:30 PM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Shreveport Public Safety Committee to discuss police/fire facilities, staffing, taxi rules

The Public Safety Committee will hear updates on police and fire facilities, patrol cars, and equipment including electronic tickets and ballistic shields. The agenda also includes discussions on public safety staffing and pay, proposed amendments to Vehicle for Hire (taxicab) ordinances in Chapter 102, and plans for disabled citizens.

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✓ Decided: Committee urges purchase of ballistic shields for police

The committee approved a motion to report to the full council urging the Police Department to purchase rifle-rated ballistic shields and vest panels. The committee also discussed the status of new fire stations and patrol vehicles.

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Mhm. >> I know. >> I agree. >> [snorts] >> Yeah, man. >> It's good. >> I found it in outside. >> Hey, hey, hey, hey, how we doing today? I didn't see the handshake. Oh, there it This is what we're doing. >> Mhm. >> [laughter] >> I guess. Good to go. I didn't get to say hi. >> I don't know what they're doing, but they've got inner loop shut down. Well, they've got the entrance ramp from um the inner loop to 49. Yeah, I had to go all the way around. I didn't get a response. >> [laughter] >> Good time to your mic, officer. Thank you, man. >> I saw it. >> Uh-huh. Yes, I'll get you some. >> [laughter] >> Jackie says, "Of course I got water. What's your problem?" Oh, you mean you want some. >> [laughter] >> What's up, Chief? Jim. How are you? >> Yeah. >> What? >> Oh, you signed it in? >> Yeah. >> Oh, okay. >> How you doing there, man? May I have a chief? How you doing, sir? >> Good. >> You know, I guess every time somebody say this, you feel funny, but have I got a deal for you. Had a great meeting today with uh the director of uh Scouts of America. >> Mhm. >> And we would really love partnership with them. >> Good afternoon, everyone. I'd like to call the uh Public Safety Committee of the Shreveport City Council to order. Um I would like to uh open up with a prayer by uh Councilman Green. >> Thank you, Lord, for this day. Thank you uh for another opportunity to be servants and to uh serve this city and serve this community. Lord, we ask you you'd come in our midst and guide our mi …
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SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING Posted: June 18, 2026, at 12:20 PM PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Public Safety Committee will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., in Government Chamber located on the 1 st floor of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673 -5262, by 12: 30 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. NOTE: No other business will be conducted at the meeting. AGENDA 1. Call To Order 2. Opening Comments from Chair Grayson Boucher 3. Public Comments 4. Approval of May 12, 2026, Minutes 5. Agenda Items: A. Update on police and fire facilities. B. Update on patrol cars. C. Update on police equipment (electronic tickets and ballistic shields). D. Public safety staffing and pay E. Vehicle for Hire (taxicab) ordinances Ch. 102 F. Public safety plans and services for disabled citizens. 6. Adjournment
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MINUTES Public Safety Committee Meeting Government Chamber, 1st Floor of Government Plaza Tuesday, June 23, 2026 1:30 P.M. Chair Grayson Boucher called the meeting of the Public Safety Committee to order at approximately 1:31 p.m. Councilman Green offered the invocation; and the Pledge was offered by Councilman Taliaferro. Committee Members Present: Chair Grayson Boucher, Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilman Jim Taliaferro, Mayor Tom Arceneaux, Police Chief Wayne Smith, and Fire Chief Clarence Reese. Also Present: Councilwoman Ursula Bowman, Councilman James Green, Councilman Alan Jackson – 2:00 p.m., Councilman Brooks – 2:30 p.m., CAO Tom Dark, Stephen Terese, Attorney Marcus Edwards, Jackie White and additional City staff and citizens (see sign-in sheet) . Opening Comments Chair Boucher expressed condolences to the families impacted by the recent tragedy involving the deaths of eight children and thanked members of the Police and Fire Departments for their continued service and support to the community. Public Comments Sammy Mears addressed the committee regarding the removal and theft of traffic signs and signals, requesting that city-installed signs remain protected and that individuals refrain from damaging or removing public property. Approval of Minutes Motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to approve the minutes from the April 14, 2026 Public Safety Committee meeting. Motion carried unanimously approved. Agenda …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 03:00 PM

June 22, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

Council to finalize parking system management contract with Downtown Development Authority

The Shreveport City Council will hold an Administrative Conference on June 22 and a Regular Meeting on June 23. Items for final passage include authorizing a parking system management contract with the Downtown Development Authority, accepting donated water and sewer extensions for Lucien Field Estates, and rejecting bids for tennis court upgrades and site fencing. The council will also introduce ordinances to rezone three properties, purchase ambulances for the fire department, and adopt the Caddo Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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✓ Decided: Shreveport City Council sets agenda for June 23 meeting

The Council met for an administrative conference to establish the agenda for the following day's meeting. No substantive legislation was voted on or decided during this session.

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Hey. Hey people's up there. Hey you guys. Oh, okay. I thought you thought it was going to be cool in here. I mean How do you get Hey sweetie. Mhm. How do you sleep? Hey sweetie. Well, it's true. It's true to me. Well, whatever. >> I got to ask you questions. I don't know. >> I just seen you. See. No. Well, it's okay. Well, but whatever. What you doing? Cuz you wrong. >> That's right. >> I ain't going to judge your friendship, but I I know a devil when I see you. >> You know what? >> Oh, no. Wait. Mhm. But I ain't trying to tell you what to think of him or You should know. >> That part. >> Mhm. Mhm. >> You good? Okay. Good to see you. Good. >> Hey sweetie. I can go. >> I don't know. >> Hey Gerald. >> Hey, you my brother? Well, God is good. >> I don't know. Gerald. >> I don't know what I don't know. I don't >> Well, where Where is the >> Oh, oh, okay. >> SA >> National SA anyway. >> I think it's in the >> He's slapping the >> We don't do that. >> Uh Profit. >> I've got a couple of >> I mean, you know >> It's your wife. >> Mhm. >> It seems like they're >> You need to go, man. >> I don't know what to >> Well, I appreciate it. >> No. >> Stay in. Huh? >> Oh. >> My wife said let me go. >> Uh man, it's not good. >> Oh, yeah, yeah. >> You're not afraid of >> No, I'm not afraid. >> No, I'm not. >> You like that, huh? >> Yeah. >> See where I'm at? I had to >> Well, I had >> Now, I mean I mean I >> comes out tomorrow. >> Oh, I can >> early. >> I mean I know that >> the show is actually > …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 6/18/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE : Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE June 22, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA June 23, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS June 8, 2026 June 9, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND REC …
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SUMMARY MINUTES SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE June 22, 2026 The Administrative Conference of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor, at 3:00 p.m., Monday, June 22, 2026, in the Government Chamber of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Invocation was given by Councilman Taliaferro and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Tom Dark. On roll call, the following members were present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brook, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson (arrived at 3:24 pm), James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The Council met and set the following agenda for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, agenda. * * * * ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE June 22, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA June 23, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 8, 2026 JUNE 9, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS D. REPORTS: Property Standards …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 03:00 PM

June 9, 2026 City Council Meeting

Council to vote on rezoning at Lynbrook and Pradd from residential/industrial to heavy commercial

The Shreveport City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, following an administrative conference. The agenda includes several resolutions and ordinances on final passage, such as authorizing a fire training tower contract, amending sewerage charges, and terminating the Downtown Entertainment Economic Development Area. A key item is a zoning change for property near Lynbrook Boulevard and Pradd Road.

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✓ Decided: Approved $1.545M fire training tower contract (7-0)

The Shreveport City Council unanimously approved five resolutions, including a $1.545 million contract with WHP Trainingtowers to build a new fire training tower funded by 2021 general obligation bonds. Also authorized a helicopter-sharing agreement with the Desoto Parish Sheriff's Office, accepted a 0.229-acre land donation from the VFW for SPORTRAN, rejected all over-budget bids for a SporTran generator installation, and allowed a water/sewer connection at 160 Mayo Road. All votes were 7-0.

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Is he in? >> That's scary right there. I heard it with my own eyes and ears. Sure, sure. Well, you got a little double trouble. You got a little double trouble. I don't know about all that. I was the extra man. I got one for you. Yeah, I got one detail. >> [laughter] >> We have to We have to supportive. >> Yeah. >> We can't be enablers. >> [laughter] >> Look, I got half of my barber tan. I got like This is tan and the rest is white. And it's all the time. >> Saturday. >> Okay. >> It was hot out there. It was hot out there. >> Yeah, I like it. I have How you doing? >> I'm doing good. >> Okay. >> Good news. >> What do you got? >> Bro. >> I don't know. >> I know. >> I heard >> Mhm. >> I'm sorry. >> I don't know. >> I know. >> We all ready >> Yeah, I know. >> I think it's three or >> I don't know. >> Okay. >> I know. >> But the water >> The water park? >> I know. >> You don't you don't >> Is it June >> I don't know. >> Is it >> I know. >> I don't know. >> So >> I know. >> Yeah, I know. >> [laughter] >> I know. >> That was like, where you supposed to >> Where does your Where do your parents think you are? Turn it off. All right. When they had to turn So they had to What? You look good. Baby. >> [laughter] >> I was tired. >> Oh, Chance is coming in like two weeks. >> He's my greens. >> Yeah, I'm good. How are you? I'm all right. >> Hey, Tom, that's the same thing I saw on Alice when she got whipped by Earl and she just farted [laughter] and he looked at her and said, "I didn't know …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 6/5/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE : Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE June 8, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA June 9, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL COMBINED/SPECIAL MEETINGS May 26, 2026 May 26, 2026 -sm 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THA …
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📄 From the minutes
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Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana June 9, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Father Paul. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Boucher. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks (arrived at 3:02 p.m.), Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference and City Council combined/special meetings, Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS REPORTS: Property Standards R …
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🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference and City Council combined/special meetings, Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Motion…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
14 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Taliaferro, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Taliferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
14 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilwoman Taylor, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
14 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
14 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea · Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilman Taliaferro, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 03:00 PM

June 8, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

Shreveport council to vote on rezoning Lynbrook Blvd to heavy commercial

The Shreveport City Council holds an Administrative Conference on June 8 and a Regular Meeting on June 9. Key actions include final votes on ordinances to rezone property at Lynbrook Boulevard and Pradd Road, amend sewerage charges, and terminate the Downtown Entertainment Economic Development Area. Resolutions include a contract for a fire training tower and accepting a donation from the VFW.

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✓ Decided: Council approves alcohol license appeals and sets agenda for next meeting

The City Council met to set the agenda for the June 9 meeting and upheld the police department's denial of Class A alcoholic beverage handling cards for two residents, allowing them to pursue Class B licenses. No substantive legislation was adopted during this session.

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We might break the record. >> You have been so One >> table. >> Yes. Good afternoon everyone. The Shreport City Council meeting has now been called to order. I'm going to ask Councilman Green to lead us in the invocation. I'm going ask Council Talifer to lead us in the pledge. >> Thank you Lord for this day and thank you for this opportunity. We ask that you would uh come in our midst um the Holy Spirit and we love you today Lord. We praise you today. We bless your name Lord. Whatever we do here, let us do it in a Christlike matter. And whatever we accomplish, we ask that we would give you the glory and give you the honor. And Lord, we ask that you continue to cover our city, cover this state, cover America, cover this entire nation. In Jesus name we pray. Amen. >> Amen. >> Amen. all face the flag of the greatest country on earth. And as we say our pledge, let us be mindful and of the sacrifices of our MIAs and PS. I pledge algiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Madame clerk, will [clears throat] you please call the role? Councilwoman Taylor >> present. Councilman Brooks >> here. >> Councilman Tyler Farerrell here ma'am. >> Councilman Butcher here. >> Councilman Jackson. Councilman Green, >> I'm here. >> And Councilwoman Bowman. >> Councilwoman Bowman will be out today. She should return on tomorrow. [clears throat] >> Tomorrow. Entertain a motion to …
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice Posted: 6/5/2026 12:00 PM PUBLIC NOTICE : Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Shreveport shall hold its Administrative Conference on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . and its Regular Meeting, Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 3:00 P.M . Both meetings will be held in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2:00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE June 8, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA June 9, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL COMBINED/SPECIAL MEETINGS May 26, 2026 May 26, 2026 -sm 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THA …
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SUMMARY MINUTES SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE June 8, 2026 The Administrative Conference of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor, at 3:02 p.m., Monday, June 8, 2026, in the Government Chamber of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Invocation was given by Councilman Green and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taliaferro. On roll call, the following members were present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brook, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson (arrived at 3:05 p.m.) and James Green. 6. Absent: Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 1. The Council met and set the following agenda for Tuesday, June 9, 2026, agenda. * * * * ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE June 8, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA June 9, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL COMBINED/SPECIAL MEETINGS MAY 26, 2026, MAY 26, 2026-sm 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS D. RE …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to uphold the decision of the Shreveport Police Department to deny the Class A alcoholic beverage handling employee card (ABO card) and…
6 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green. yea
Motion by Councilman Brooks, seconded by Councilwoman Taylor, to uphold the decision of the Shreveport Police Department to deny the Class A alcoholic beverage handling employee card (ABO card) and…
6 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green. yea
Tue May 26, 2026 · 03:30 PM

May 26, 2026 Special Meeting

Council to hear request to suspend alcohol permit at 4101 Hollywood Ave.

The Shreveport City Council holds a special meeting solely to consider suspending an alcohol beverage permit for R & W Consumers at 4101 Hollywood Ave. No other business will be conducted at this session.

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✓ Decided: City council revokes alcohol permit for R & W Consumers

The Shreveport City Council upheld the request from the Shreveport Police Department to revoke an Alcohol Beverage Permit for R & W Consumers at 4101 Hollywood Ave. The motion passed with a unanimous vote of 7-0.

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New car stereo. You got them all? People amazing. They all ready? >> [snorts] >> Cuz I ain't going to ask you no more. They all ready? Thanks for hanging out with I told my child upstairs. Yeah? He said it was the agreement. They all on the meeting? I thought we did. Can we bump my old I don't think he has it. Oh, okay. So, that's the sign. I think that's the CEA. Yeah. They've been fine and If everybody on the meeting, I'm ready. If you go to If you ever go to Fly to You told me that. Yeah. Councilwoman Taylor? [clears throat] Everywhere. If everybody on the meeting, I'm ready. I'm sorry. Wish you know you got it. The special meeting of Black is now called to order. We've already had the invocation. Roll call. Madam Clerk. Councilwoman Taylor? >> Present. Councilman Brooks? Here. Councilman Telefair? >> Here. Councilman Butcher? Here. Councilman Jackson? Jackson. Councilman Jackson? Councilman Green? >> I'm here. And Councilwoman Bolden? Present. Are there any public comments? No, ma'am. Okay. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the request of the suspension of an alcohol beverage permit for R&W Consumers. Do we have any requests to speak? Is that in accordance? Attorney Edwards. All yours. Flippy, you're screwing up on me. Flippy, you got it. You're going to want to hear from SPD and also from the property owner. Okay. So, I would ask that the city attorney would then swear them in. Do you want the property owners as well? Who's going to speak for the property owner? Uh I …
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PUBLIC NOTICE SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Notice Posted: 12:00 p.m. May 22, 2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Shreveport City Council wil l meet in Special Session at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 202 6, or immediately following the Regular City Council Meeting whichever occurs later, in the Government Chambers at Government Plaza (505 Travis St.) The purpose of the meeting is to hear the request for suspension of an Alcohol Beverage Permit for R & W Consumers at 4101 Hollywood Ave. Pursuant to La. R.S. 42:14(E)(2), any Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation requests, and any accompanying public comments requests, can be submitted to Office of the Clerk, via email council@shreveportla.gov or telephone (318) 673-5262, by 2: 00 p.m. the day of meeting. Click the following link to view the meeting's broadcast. No other business will be conducted at the meeting. Government Plaza Chamber 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor 3:30 p.m. (318) 673-5262 SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA May 26, 2026 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Roll Call 4. Public Comments 5. Request for suspension of an Alcohol Beverage Permit for R & W Consumers. 6. Adjournment
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Shreveport City Council Special Meeting Minutes May 26, 2026 The special meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 6:46 p.m., May 26, 2026, in the Government Chamber in Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: 0. The meeting was called to hear the request for revocation of an Alcohol Beverage Permit for R & W Consumers. The Chairman asked for public comments. No one rose to speak. After some discussion and questions, Councilman Green made a motion. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to uphold the request of the Shreveport Police Department for revocation of an Alcohol Beverage Permit for R & W Consumers at 4101 Hollywood Ave. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. There being no further business to come before the Council the meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m. ___________________________________ //s// Tabatha Taylor, Chairwoman //s// LaTonya Bogan, Clerk of Council
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to uphold the request of the Shreveport Police Department for revocation of an Alcohol Beverage Permit for R & W Consumers at 4101…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Brooks yea · Taliaferro yea · Boucher yea · Jackson yea · Green yea · Bowman. yea

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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$49.5MSTEPHENSON STELLAR CORPORATION
Department of Defense · SSC SYSTEMS, TECHNOLOGIES, AND EMERGING CAPABILITIES (STEC) SUPPORT
$27.1MSMALL BUSINESS CONSULTING CORPORATION
Department of Defense · COMMERCIAL ENGAGEMENT AND INTEGRATION SUPPORT SERVICES - LEVERAGE ANAL
$16.7MELA GROUP INC
Department of Labor · SHREVEPORT JCC PROJECT 2896 - CENTER MODERNIZATION IGF::CT::IGF
$11.3MPRAESES, LLC
Department of Defense · WATCHTOWER
$10.5MPRAESES, LLC
Department of Defense · FUTURE ORIENTED ROOK GEOSPATIAL ENGINE - THE OBJECTIVE IS TO DEVELOP A
$9.2MTHE ARC CADDO-BOSSIER
Department of Defense · BARKSDALE AFB CUSTODIAL SERVICES
$8.2MARCHEM, LLC
Department of Defense · SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH PHASE III TO CONTINUE DEVELOPMENT O
$7.4MTHE ARC CADDO-BOSSIER
Department of Defense · BASE CUSTODIAL SERVICES
$7.1MSMALL BUSINESS CONSULTING CORPORATION
Department of Defense · CEI-RADS TASK ORDER 3 LEADERSHIP EDUCATION AND WARGAMING SUPPORT - LEV
$4.2MSMALL BUSINESS CONSULTING CORPORATION
Department of Defense · SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH (SBIR) PHASE III IS FOR INNOVATIVE

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🌐 County-level context (Caddo Parish)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-1,977 people (-$95.1M net AGI · 2023)
Traffic fatalities33 (9 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments439 (5,329 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$903/mo (297 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy28.4% (low numeracy 45% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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13,422
Recorded votes
$449.3M
Annual budget
$761.5M
Debt outstanding
261
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$449.3M
Spending$458.7M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load HIGH

Outstanding debt$761.5M
Debt-to-revenue1.69×
Debt-load index72 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.441
All kids
0.349
Black kids
0.303

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