Shreveport public meetings in 2024

December 19, 2024 Administrative Conference and City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several resolutions for final passage, including a community development block grant and the Caddo Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan. The body will also introduce new agreements for city lighting, park upgrades, and water modeling, alongside multiple zoning change requests.

• Resolution 194: Community development block grant agreement with Galilee City Affordable Housing, LP
• Resolution 195: Adoption of the Caddo Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan update
• Ordinance 40: Lease of portions of Stageworks of Louisiana to G-Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC
• Zoning Case 24-61-C: Rezoning property east of West Canal Boulevard to C-2 corridor commercial
• Resolution 201-203: Cooperative endeavor agreements for city lighting, A.B. Palmer Park, and Independence Bowl

The Shreveport City Council adopted the Caddo Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2023/2024 and allocated $155,000 from the 2025 Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund to ten not-for-profit organizations. Several resolutions and ordinances were postponed, including the Stageworks lease to G-Unit Film & Television and a zoning change for a manufactured home park, which failed. The council also extended the Charter Review Committee's deadline to March 10, 2025, and introduced six new resolutions and six zoning ordinances for future consideration.

• Adopted Caddo Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2023/2024 (6-0)
• Allocated $155,000 to 10 nonprofits from Riverfront Development Fund (6-0)
• Postponed Resolution 192 (North Shreveport Business Association donation amendment) (6-0)
• Postponed Resolution 193 (two-thirds vote for North Shreveport substation use) (6-0)
• Postponed Resolution 194 (Galilee City Affordable Housing CDBG agreement) (6-0)
• Extended Charter Review Committee to March 10, 2025 (6-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 40 (Stageworks lease to G-Unit Film & Television) until Jan 28, 2025 (6-0)
• Failed Ordinance 115 (Lotus Lane rezoning to RMHP-SPUD) (0-6)

December 10, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will meet to approve 2025 budgets for various city funds and authorize several lease agreements with private entities. The meeting also includes zoning changes and the confirmation of a city administrator.

• Adoption of 2025 budgets for General Fund, Solid Waste, Water and Sewer, and other enterprise funds
• Authorization of lease agreements with BioMedical Research Foundation, Caddo Parish School Board, and Willis Knighton Health
• Zoning change for property at Southeast Corner of Line Avenue and Jordan Street
• Zoning change for property at Southwest Corner of Greenwood and Forge Road
• Confirmation of LaShawntra T. Hawkins as Revenue Administrator

The Shreveport City Council adopted the 2025 Capital Improvements Budget and the 2025 General Fund budget of $309,381,600, along with numerous other fund budgets, all with amendments. The council also approved several leases to relocate police and community development staff due to hazardous conditions at the current police facility. A resolution recognizing Centenary College's Bicentennial was postponed.

• Adopted 2025 General Fund budget of $309,381,600 (7-0)
• Adopted 2025 Capital Improvements Budget with $37M in changes (7-0)
• Approved SPD substation lease at 2031 Kings Highway, $20,186.49/mo for 36 months (7-0)
• Approved SPD substation lease at Sunset Acres Elementary, $3,000/mo for 15 months (7-0)
• Approved SPD substation lease at 1120 South Pointe Parkway, $24,838.70/mo for 36 months (7-0)
• Approved SPD substation lease at 3312 North Market, $9,199.50/mo for 12 months (7-0)
• Approved Community Development lease at One Texas Centre, $16,862/mo for 65 months (7-0)
• Postponed resolution recognizing Centenary College Bicentennial (7-0)

December 9, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City Council and Administrative Conference will meet on Dec. 9‑10, 2024 to approve minutes, receive reports, and consider a slate of ordinances and resolutions. Items include several lease agreements with external entities and a series of budget ordinances for the 2025 fiscal year covering many special revenue funds. The council will also consider rezoning proposals and updates to solid waste fees.

• Resolution 183: authorize cooperative purchasing agreement with the City of Ruston
• Resolution 184: authorize lease agreement with BioMedical Research Foundation
• Ordinance 115: rezoning of property east of Lotus Lane from R‑MHP to RMHP (spud) zoning
• Ordinance 154: revise solid waste disposal fee per ton of normal waste
• Budget Ordinance 120: adopt the 2025 Capital Improvements Budget

The Shreveport City Council met in administrative conference on December 9, 2024, to set the agenda for the December 10 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, including setting the agenda, hearing public comments, and entering executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Set agenda for December 10, 2024 regular meeting
• Heard public comment from Gary Vinson regarding an incident in the Target parking lot
• Moved into executive session to discuss litigation (Eddie J. Thomas vs Jamie Miquell Bryant et al) (7-0)

November 22, 2024 Administrative Conference and City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a combined Administrative Conference and Regular Meeting to approve routine resolutions, introduce 2025 budget ordinances for various city funds, and consider zoning changes for specific properties.

• Introduction of 2025 budget ordinances for General Fund and multiple special revenue funds
• Zoning case 24-95-C: rezoning Line Avenue and Jordan Street to institutional campus
• Zoning case 24-140-C: rezoning Greenwood and Forge Road to light industrial
• Zoning case 24-91-C: rezoning Lotus Lane to RMHP small planned unit development
• Introduction of ordinances amending the 2024 Budget for General and Public Safety funds

The Shreveport City Council approved a $23.55 million amendment to the 2024 General Fund budget to recognize American Rescue Plan funds for capital projects, and authorized the mayor to execute a federal grant agreement for the Shreveport Healthcare and Development Corridor Improvements. The council also approved a temporary construction servitude for the Marie and Charles Hamel Memorial Park, repealed a prior PILOT resolution for Natchitoches Thomas Apartments, and approved the 2025 Downtown Development Authority Program of Work. Several ordinances and resolutions were postponed or introduced for future meetings.

• Adopted amended 2024 General Fund budget, increasing revenues/appropriations by $23,550,039 (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute USDOT RAISE grant agreement for Shreveport Healthcare and Development Corridor Improvements (7-0)
• Approved temporary construction servitude with LA DOTD for Marie and Charles Hamel Memorial Park, $12,820 (7-0)
• Repealed Resolution 178 of 2024 and approved updated PILOT term sheet for Natchitoches Thomas Apartments (7-0)
• Approved 2025 Downtown Development Authority Program of Work (7-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 40 of 2024 (Stageworks lease to G-Unit Film & Television) to December 19, 2024 (7-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 114 of 2024 (sober living home definitions) and Ordinance 115 of 2024 (Lotus Lane rezoning) (7-0)
• Removed 2025 Budget Ordinances from table for December 10, 2024 agenda (7-0)

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss police pay raises, incentives, and the use of take-home police cars. The body will also review the ABO office permitting process and receive updates on police headquarters and substations.

• Police pay raises and incentives
• Take-home police cars discussion
• ABO office and permitting process
• Update on police headquarters and substations

2025 City Council Budget Meeting

The Bastrop City Council will examine the 2025 operating and capital improvements budget during a series of review sessions. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for Friday, November 8, 2024, followed by a council meeting to adopt budget ordinances on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

• Tuesday, Oct 8, 2024 – City Council meeting: Budget Overview
• Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024 – Department budget review sessions (multiple departments)
• Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024 – Additional department budget review sessions
• Friday, Nov 8, 2024 – Budget public hearing
• Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024 – City Council meeting: Budget ordinances approval

2025 City Council Budget Meeting

The Bastrop City Council will hold department budget review sessions on November 12 and 13, 2024, to discuss the 2025 Operating and Capital Improvements Budget. The schedule includes public hearings and a final meeting in December to approve budget ordinances.

• Department Budget Review Sessions (Nov 12-13)
• City Council Meeting - Budget Public Hearing (Nov 8)
• City Council Meeting - Budget Ordinances Approval (Dec 10)
• Review of City Courts, Marshal, and Convention Center
• Review of Police, Fire, and Public Works departments

November 8, 2024 Administrative Conference and City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including authorizing up to $88,000,000 of general‑obligation bonds. It will also consider a $29,000,000 bond series, water and sewer connection authorizations for properties on Wallace Lake Road and Julie Frances Drive, and a proposal to purchase 8509 Line Ave for a police substation. A public hearing on the 2025 proposed budget and adoption of multiple 2025 fund budgets are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 111: authorize issuance and sale of not exceeding $88,000,000 of general‑obligation bonds, series 2024.
• Ordinance 150: authorize issuance and sale of not exceeding $29,000,000 of general‑obligation bonds, series 2024.
• Resolutions 139‑141: authorize water and/or sewer system connections for Jose Carmona (9588 Wallace Lake Rd), Springfield Baptist Church (9702 Wallace Lake Rd), Shaun Pendleton (9820 Wallace Lake Rd), and Juneau Family Partnership (7347 Julie Frances Dr).
• Resolution 175: encourage the Mayor to negotiate purchase of property at 8509 Line Ave for use as a police substation.
• Adoption of 2025 budgets for the General Fund, Capital Improvements, Riverfront Development, and multiple special‑revenue funds.

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the status of police headquarters, substations, and vehicles. The body will also review surveillance cameras and the Shreveport Police Department's cooperation with other law enforcement agencies.

• Discussion regarding the ABO Office
• SPD cooperation with other law enforcement agencies
• Review of surveillance cameras
• Status of police vehicles
• Status of police headquarters and substations

October 22, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council will meet to decide on several bond issuances and budget amendments. The body is also considering zoning changes, tax abatements for lofts, and the establishment of a Charter Review Committee.

• Ordinance 111: Issuance and sale of up to $88,000,000 of general obligation bonds, series 2024
• Ordinance 150: Issuance and sale of up to $29,000,000 of general obligation bonds, series 2024
• Zoning Case No 24-91-C: Rezoning property at East side of Lotus Lane to RMHP (spud)
• Resolutions 153 and 154: Tax abatement endorsements for 624 Downtown Lofts, LLC and Las Palmas Group Lofts, LLC
• Resolution 169: Establishment of a Charter Review Committee

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will review the status of the Shreveport Police Department headquarters and its three substations. It will also hear a report on the department’s cooperation with other law‑enforcement agencies. The meeting includes routine items such as public comments, approval of the October 8, 2024 minutes, and closing remarks.

• Status of Police Headquarters and Three Substations
• SPD cooperation with other law‑enforcement agencies
• Approval of October 08, 2024 minutes
• Public comments
• Opening comments from Chair Gary Brooks

October 21, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will vote on several resolutions, including authorizing water and sewer connections for properties on Wallace Lake Road and adopting ordinances to issue up to $88 million in general obligation bonds. Additional items include endorsements for tax‑abatement programs, a dedication of Turner Lane, and the creation of a Charter Review Committee. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Resolutions 128‑141: Authorize water/sewer connections for properties at 9516, 9588, 9702, and 9820 Wallace Lake Road (postponed to Nov 8).
• Resolution 150: Authorize issuance of up to $29 million in general obligation bonds, series 2024.
• Ordinance 111: Authorize issuance of up to $88 million in general obligation bonds, series 2024.
• Resolution 159: Dedicate the 700 block of Turner Lane to Pastor Lovelle Butler.
• Resolution 169: Establish a Charter Review Committee.

October 17, 2024 - City Council Special Meeting Agenda

The Shreveport City Council will consider stopping the current bid process for the North Shreveport Substation. Council members will also discuss opening an investigation into a related land deal. Finally, they will address how the city might donate the land back.

• Halting the bid process for the North Shreveport Substation
• Opening an investigation into the land deal
• Discussing the process for donating the land back

October 8, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council confirmed several executive appointments, including the Director of Economic Development and members of the Civil Service Board. It postponed four water and sewer connection resolutions (Nos. 128‑141) to November 8, 2024. The council adopted a resolution allowing the mayor to sign a cooperative purchasing agreement with Caddo Parish, and another resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a release agreement with Paloma Natural Gas, LLC that includes a $50,000 payment to the city.

• Confirmation of William “Bill” Sabo as Director of Economic Development
• Confirmation of EMS Officer Corrie Ross and Fire Engineer David Carpenter to the Fire and Police Civil Service Board
• Postponement of Resolutions 128‑141 for water/sewer connections on Wallace Lake Road to Nov. 8, 2024
• Adoption of Resolution 146 authorizing a cooperative purchasing agreement with Caddo Parish
• Adoption of Resolution 147 authorizing a release agreement with Paloma Natural Gas, LLC and a $50,000 payment

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The committee will review three agenda items: the homeless situation in the Downtown/Red River Entertainment District, the status of the police headquarters and three substations, and the Shreveport Police Department's cooperation with other law‑enforcement agencies. No decisions are indicated; the items are listed for discussion. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion of homeless situation in Downtown/Red River Entertainment District
• Status update on police headquarters and three substations
• Review of SPD cooperation with other law‑enforcement agencies

October 7, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City Council is meeting to discuss the 2025 budgets for various city funds and enterprise accounts. The body will also consider several cooperative endeavor agreements for infrastructure projects and water/sewer connections on Wallace Lake Road.

• Introduction of 23 separate 2025 budget ordinances for city funds and enterprise accounts
• Resolutions for water/sewer connections at 9516, 9588, 9702, and 9820 Wallace Lake Road
• Cooperative endeavor agreements for Amtrak Platform, Bayou Pierre Drainage, and University Park Subdivision
• Proposed 6-month moratorium on new liquor store occupational licenses and certificates of occupancy
• Appointments for Director of Economic Development and Electronic Speeding Ticket Hearing Officers

Property Standards Committee Meeting

The Property Standards Committee will meet to receive updates on several city maintenance and property issues. The body will discuss apartment complexes, bulk pick-up status, and downtown vacant properties.

• Update on Apartment Complexes
• Bulk Pick Up Status in the City
• Demolitions and Environmental Court Update
• Vacant Properties Downtown
• Approval of June 24, 2024 Minutes

September 24, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will consider a range of items, including routine resolutions for water and sewer connections on Wallace Lake Road and several emergency-related resolutions. A key agenda item is Ordinance 111, which would allow the city to issue up to $88,000,000 of general obligation bonds for 2024. The council will also review rezoning proposals and other development-related resolutions.

• Ordinance 111: authorize issuance of up to $88,000,000 in general‑obligation bonds, series 2024
• Resolutions 128‑142: authorize water and sewer system connections for 9516, 9588, 9702, and 9820 Wallace Lake Road
• Resolution 143: encourage the Mayor to declare a state of emergency for the Shreveport Police Station
• Resolution 144: approve extension of public health and safety emergency declarations 24-0001 and 24-0002
• Ordinance 115: rezone property east of Lotus Lane from R-MHP to RMHP (spud) residential manufactured home park small planned unit development

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Shreveport City Council Public Safety Committee will meet on September 24, 2024 to consider several agenda items. Topics include fire department staffing and recruitment, the status of Fire Station #20, and multiple police matters such as operational readiness, recent shots fired, burglary trends, and plans to improve services. No formal decisions are indicated; the meeting is for discussion and public comment.

• Fire Department Staffing and Recruitment
• Status of Fire Station #20
• Update: Operational Readiness (Police)
• Shots Fired in the City (Police)
• Number of Burglaries and Plans to Stop Them (Police)

September 23, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will consider a range of resolutions and ordinances, including routine approvals and appointments. A key item is Ordinance 111, which would authorize the issuance of up to $88,000,000 in general obligation bonds. Additional actions include authorizing water and sewer connections for several properties on Wallace Lake Road and adopting rezoning changes for parcels on Lotus Lane and Line Avenue. The council will also discuss cooperative agreements with the Parish of Caddo, Paloma Natural Gas, and state agencies.

• Ordinance 111: authorizes issuance of up to $88,000,000 of general obligation bonds, series 2024
• Resolutions 128‑141: authorize water and/or sewer system connections for properties at 9516, 9588, 9702, and 9820 Wallace Lake Road
• Resolution 142: specifies projects to be undertaken with proceeds from the 2024 General Obligation Bonds
• Resolution 143: urges the mayor to declare a state of emergency for the Shreveport Police Station
• Ordinance 115: rezones property east of Lotus Lane from R‑MHP to RMHP (spud) residential manufactured home park small planned unit development

September 10, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will vote on a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a bond ordinance for up to $88,000,000 of general obligation bonds. It will also consider authorizations for a water/sewer connection at 9516 Wallace Lake Road, oil and gas lease assignments, and agreements to fund and maintain I‑20 and I‑49 lighting systems. Several budget amendment resolutions for the 2024 capital, general, and special revenue funds are on the agenda, along with confirmations of two appointments.

• Resolution 128 – authorize Patrick R. Young at 9516 Wallace Lake Road to connect to city water and/or sewer system
• Resolution 132 – approve Cypress Energy Partners, LLC assignment of three oil and gas leases to Paloma Natural Gas, LLC
• Resolutions 133‑135 – city to pay 10% of construction costs and assume liability for I‑20 and I‑49 lighting system projects
• Ordinance 111 – authorize issuance of up to $88,000,000 in general obligation bonds for the city
• Ordinance 87 – rezoning of property at southeast corner of Line Avenue and Jordan Street from C‑UC to IC institutional campus

Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee

The Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee will meet to discuss road repair procedures, materials, and equipment. The body will also receive updates on drinking water, neighborhood lighting, and Independence Stadium, and address annexation.

• Annexation
• Drinking water update
• Neighborhood lighting update
• Independence Stadium update
• Road repair procedures, materials, and equipment discussion

The Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee unanimously approved forming a subcommittee—comprising Councilman Boucher, Councilwoman Taylor, and Councilman Taliaferro—to develop annexation legislation for the first meeting in October. The committee also approved the June 25, 2024 minutes unanimously. Updates were given on water manganese levels, street lighting, and Independence Stadium repairs, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 25, 2024 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Formed annexation subcommittee (Boucher, Taylor, Taliaferro) to bring legislation for October 1st meeting (unanimous)

September 9, 2024 Special Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will hold a special meeting to hear an appeal regarding the denial of an alcohol permit for North Market Shell at 3101 North Market Street. The meeting is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on September 9, 2024, at Government Plaza.

• Appeal of alcohol permit denial for North Market Shell
• Public comments period
• Meeting location: Government Plaza, 505 Travis St.

September 9, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will consider a slate of resolutions and ordinances, including a bond ordinance for up to $88,000,000 of general obligation bonds, a water and sewer connection authorization, and agreements for lighting system construction on I‑20 and I‑49. It will also review budget amendments for several city funds and zoning changes to the official map. No public hearing is scheduled, and two appointments will be confirmed.

• Ordinance 111: authorizes issuance of up to $88,000,000 in general obligation bonds.
• Resolution 128: authorizes Patrick R. Young at 9516 Wallace Lake Road to connect to city water and/or sewer system.
• Resolutions 133‑135: obligate the city to pay 10% of construction costs and assume liability for lighting systems on I‑20 (Greenwood Rd/US 80 and Lakeshore Dr Interchanges, Sam R. Fertitta Drive to Red River) and I‑49 at the Southern Loop Interchange.
• Ordinance 40: authorizes lease of portions of Stageworks of Louisiana to G‑Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC.
• Ordinance 87: rezones the southeast corner of Line Avenue and Jordan Street from C‑UC urban corridor to IC institutional campus.

The Shreveport City Council met in administrative conference and set the agenda for the September 10, 2024 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with public comments on a proposed liquor store and Ordinance 87 of 2024, and appointments to the Downtown Development Authority and Public Works were listed for confirmation.

• Set agenda for September 10, 2024 regular meeting
• Received public comments on proposed liquor store in Cedar Grove
• Received public comments on Ordinance 87 of 2024
• Listed appointments: Edward Taylor to Downtown Development Authority, James Britt as Senior Construction Manager

August 27, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council is deciding on several ad valorem tax levies for 2024 and budget amendments for various city funds. The body is also considering zoning changes and agreements for highway lighting systems and fire department purchasing.

• Levying of taxes totaling 17.000 mills per dollar on all taxable property for 2024
• Levying of 11.3180 mills per dollar for general obligation bonds and 9.040 mills for the Downtown Development District
• Rezoning of property north of Forum Drive from C-1 neighborhood commercial to I-1 light industrial
• Rezoning of southeast corner of Line Avenue and Jordan Street from C-UC urban corridor to IC institutional campus
• Agreements with LADOTD for lighting systems at I-20 (Greenwood Rd/US 80 and Lakeshore Dr) and I-49 (Southern Loop)

August 26, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The council will consider resolutions authorizing the mayor to enter agreements with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to pay 10% of construction costs and assume liability for lighting systems on I‑20 at Greenwood Rd/US 80 and Lakeshore Dr Interchanges, I‑20 from Sam R. Fertitta Drive to the Red River, and I‑49 at the Southern Loop Interchange. Additional items include cooperative purchasing agreements with three fire departments, a permanent servitude agreement for a .102‑acre city parcel, and several zoning and budget amendment ordinances.

• Resolutions 133‑135: Mayor to pay 10% of construction cost and assume liability for I‑20 and I‑49 lighting systems (LDOTD agreements).
• Resolutions 122‑124: Mayor to execute cooperative purchasing agreements with Bossier City Fire Dept, South Bossier Fire District Two, and Town of Haughton Fire Dept.
• Resolution 126: Permanent servitude agreement for a .102‑acre city‑owned tract with Permian Express Partners, LLC.
• Ordinance 106: Rezoning property north of Forum Drive from C‑1 commercial to I‑1 light industrial.
• Ordinance 40: Lease of Stageworks of Louisiana property to G‑Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC.

August 26, 2024 Shreveport City Council Special Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will hold a special meeting on August 26, 2024, to consider and confirm appointments to the Shreveport Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board. No other business will be addressed. The meeting includes standard items such as call to order, invocation, roll call, and public comments before the confirmation vote.

• Confirm appointment of Lt. Michael Carter to the Civil Service Board
• Confirm appointment of Sgt. Chad Dailey to the Civil Service Board
• Confirm appointment of EMS Officer Corrie Ross to the Civil Service Board
• Confirm appointment of Fire Engineer David Carpenter to the Civil Service Board

August 13, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council is considering several ordinances to levy ad valorem taxes for 2024, including a 17.000 mill tax and a 11.3180 mill tax for general obligation bonds. The body is also reviewing zoning changes and budget amendments for the Police Department and Capital Improvements.

• Ordinance 93: Levying taxes totaling 17.000 mills per dollar for 2024
• Ordinance 94: Levying a tax of 11.3180 mills per dollar for general obligation bonds
• Ordinance 95: Levying a tax of 9.370 mills per dollar for the Downtown Development District
• Zoning Case #24-90-C: Rezoning property west side of Fairfield near 69th Street from R-1-7 to R-1-5
• Zoning Case #24-95-C: Rezoning southeast corner of Line Avenue and Jordan Street from C-UC to IC

August 12, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council meeting will approve minutes from prior meetings, receive several mayoral reports, and consider a slate of ordinances and resolutions. Items include authorizing an oil and gas lease request, accepting a water‑sewer donation, entering cooperative purchasing agreements with fire departments, adopting tax levies, and amending zoning maps and budgets.

• Resolution 120: Request public bids for an oil, gas and mineral lease on city‑owned property.
• Resolution 121: Accept donation for water and sewer extensions to Trinity Bluff Unit 2.
• Ordinance 40: Lease portions of Stageworks of Louisiana to G‑Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC.
• Ordinances 86 & 87: Rezone two parcels – one to R‑1‑5 residential, another to IC institutional campus.
• Ordinances 93‑95: Impose property tax levies of 17.000, 11.3180, and 9.370 mills for 2024.

July 23, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a lease of the city‑owned Stageworks property to G‑Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC. The agenda also includes contracts with Mardi Gras krewes, a HUD Consolidated Plan submission, and a tax‑in‑lieu payment to Laidley, LLC. Additional items address water system connections, a festival alcohol‑permit waiver, and zoning map amendments.

• Ordinance 40: Lease of portions of Stageworks of Louisiana to G‑Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC
• Ordinance 86: Rezoning property west of Fairfield (near 69th Street) from R‑1‑7 to R‑1‑5 single‑family residential
• Ordinance 87: Rezoning southeast corner of Line Avenue and Jordan Street from C‑UC urban corridor to IC institutional campus
• Resolution 115: Approve annual payment in lieu of tax to Laidley, LLC per Northwest Louisiana Finance Authority term sheet
• Resolution 119: Waive hours‑of‑operation restrictions for special‑event temporary alcohol permits for the Humor & Harmony Festival

July 22, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council meeting will approve minutes, hear mayoral reports, and open public comments. Council members will vote on contracts with the Krewe of Centaur and the Krewe of Gemini for Mardi Gras parades, submit the 2024‑2028 HUD Consolidated Plan, and adopt a series of ordinances including rezoning and code updates. Additional items include a water‑sewer connection authorization, a dedication of right‑of‑way, and budget amendments for the Riverfront Development fund.

• Resolution 111: Contract with the Krewe of Centaur for Mardi Gras parades
• Resolution 112: Contract with the Krewe of Gemini for Mardi Gras parades
• Resolution 113: Authorization to submit the 2024‑2028 HUD Consolidated Plan
• Ordinance 86: Rezoning west side of Fairfield (near 69th St) from R‑1‑7 to R‑1‑5
• Ordinance 40: Lease of Stageworks property to G‑Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC

Informational Workshop for Business Permits - July 15, 2024

Council Vice Chairman James Green and Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor are hosting an informational workshop on July 15, 2024 at the City Council Chamber, 505 Travis St., to explain the business permit process. Representatives from the Department of Revenue, Metropolitan Planning Commission, Caddo‑Shreveport Sales & Use Tax Commission, SPD Alcoholic Beverage Unit, and MS KICK will present. The session is intended for vendors, food‑truck owners, and festival participants to learn about financial, zoning, tax, alcohol, and food‑service requirements. Residents can RSVP by contacting the City Council Office at 318‑673‑5262.

• Informational workshop on business permits – July 15, 2024, 10:30 AM, City Council Chamber, 505 Travis St.
• Department of Revenue presentation on financial and tax requirements
• Metropolitan Planning Commission presentation on zoning and permitting regulations
• SPD Alcoholic Beverage Unit presentation on alcoholic beverage permits
• MS KICK presentation on food‑service/truck regulations and licensing

July 9, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council will meet for an administrative conference on July 8 and a regular meeting on July 9. The agenda includes several budget amendments, rezoning requests, and various city agreements regarding property leases and community development.

• Rezoning of North side of Bert Kouns Industrial Loop from R-1-12 to SPUD
• Rezoning of West side of Linwood Avenue from C-1 to C-4 Heavy Commercial
• Lease agreement with SWEPCO for Shreveport Police Department at 430 Travis Street
• Cooperative endeavor agreement with Shreveport Implementation and Redevelopment Authority for Lake Life Development Center
• Amendments to the 2024 Capital Budget and Community Development Special Revenue Fund Budget

July 8, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet for an Administrative Conference on July 8 and a Regular Meeting on July 9. The agenda includes several budget amendments, rezoning requests, and various city agreements regarding property leases and community development.

• Rezoning of North side of Bert Kouns Industrial Loop from R-1-12 to SPUD
• Rezoning of West side of Linwood Avenue from C-1 to C-4 Heavy Commercial
• Agreement with Shreveport Implementation and Redevelopment Authority for Lake Life Development Center funds
• Lease agreement between the Mayor and SWEPCO for 430 Travis Street police premises
• Amendments to the 2024 Capital Budget and Community Development Special Revenue Fund Budget

June 25, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council will meet for an administrative conference and a regular meeting. The agenda includes several budget amendments, rezoning requests, and authorizations for city property and utility agreements.

• Acceptance of $54,000 donation from Willis-Knighton Health Systems for the Fire Department
• Right of way agreement with CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp. for a gas pipeline
• Rezoning of property near Bert Kouns Industrial Loop from R-1-12 to R-1-12 SPUD
• Rezoning of property near Linwood Avenue from C-1 to C-4 Heavy Commercial
• Amending the 2024 Capital Projects Fund Budget

Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee Meeting

The Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee will meet on June 25, 2024. The agenda includes discussions regarding excavations in the public right-of-way and addressing yellow drinking water. Members will also receive updates on lighting, cameras, and 2021 bond projects.

• Discussion of construction, excavations, and bores in the city public right-of-way
• Addressing yellow drinking water
• Update on lighting and cameras
• Update on 2021 bond projects
• Update on project manager

June 24, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City Council is considering several legislative items including budget amendments for capital projects and the airport enterprise fund. The agenda includes multiple rezoning requests and authorizations for various city agreements and donations.

• Acceptance of a $54,000 donation from Willis-Knighton Health Systems for the Fire Department
• Rezoning of property near Bert Kouns Industrial Loop from R-1-12 to R-1-12 SPUD
• Rezoning of property near Linwood Avenue from C-1 to C-4 Heavy Commercial
• Rezoning of property at Maxfern Drive and Pine Hill Road from R-1-7 to C-4 Heavy Commercial
• Right of way agreement with CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp. for a gas pipeline

Property Standards Committee Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will hold a special session to discuss the Vacant Lot Ordinance. The meeting also includes an update on streamlining the inspection process for Certificates of Occupancy.

• Update on Certificate of Occupancy inspection process
• Discussion regarding Vacant Lot Ordinance

June 11, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to create the Health Care & Technology Innovation Districts West and East. These districts would use sales and use tax increments to finance economic development projects. The agenda also includes various budget amendments and emergency repair authorizations.

• Public hearings for Health Care & Technology Innovation Districts West and East
• Rezoning of Maxfern Drive and Pine Hill Road from residential to heavy commercial
• $1.5 million expenditure for emergency repairs at Wallace Lake Lift station
• $54,000 donation from Willis-Knighton Health Systems for the Fire Department
• Lease of Stageworks of Louisiana property to G-Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC

June 10, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet for an Administrative Conference on June 10 and a Regular Meeting on June 11. Key discussions include the creation of two Economic Development Districts and several budget amendments across various city funds.

• Public hearing for Health Care & Technology Innovation District West
• Public hearing for Health Care & Technology Innovation District East
• Acceptance of a $54,000 donation from Willis-Knighton Health Systems for the Fire Department
• Ratification of approximately $1.5 million for Wallace Lake Lift station repairs
• Rezoning of property at Maxfern Drive and Pine Hill Road from R-1-7 to C-4

Property Standards Committee (No sound due to technical difficulties)

The committee will discuss streamlining the inspection process for multifamily dwellings and certificates of occupancy. The meeting also includes updates on demolitions and the status of bulk pick ups.

• Streamlining the Inspection Process for Certificates of Occupancy and Multifamily Dwellings
• Update: Demolitions
• Status on Bulk Pick Ups

May 24, 2024 Administrative Conference and City Council Meeting

The City Council is considering several budget amendments for various enterprise and special revenue funds. The agenda also includes discussions on creating two new Economic Development Districts and a public hearing regarding tax abatement for Fairmont Housing Associates Limited Partnership.

• Public hearing for Resolution 82: endorsement of Fairmont Housing Associates Limited Partnership for the Louisiana Restoration Tax Abatement Program
• Ratification of $1.5 million expenditure for emergency repair of Wallace Lake Lift station at 10439 Kingston Road
• Ordinance to lease portions of Stageworks of Louisiana to G-Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC
• Ordinance to rezone property at the northwest corner of Maxfern Drive and Pine Hill Road from R-1-7 to C-4
• Ordinance creating the 'Heath Care & Technology Innovation District West' and 'East' economic development districts

May 14, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of Economic Development District A. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests, tax levy ordinances, and annual payments in lieu of taxes for various corporations.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 39 of 2024 to create 'Economic Development District A'
• Annual payments in lieu of tax for Dolet Hills Solar, LLC, Fibrebond Corporation, and Global Seamless Tube & Pipe, Inc.
• Rezoning of property at Maxfern Drive and Pine Hill Road from residential to heavy commercial
• Resolution directing hydraulic fracking companies to repair road damages
• Ordinance authorizing the lease of Stageworks of Louisiana to G-Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC

May 13, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City Council is considering several ordinances, including the creation of an Economic Development District. The agenda also includes multiple budget amendments for various city funds and zoning changes.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 39 of 2024 to create 'Economic Development District A'
• Resolution to direct hydraulic fracking companies to repair road damages
• Resolution authorizing the donation of a retired Police K-9 named 'Sepp'
• Resolutions approving annual payments in lieu of tax for Dolet Hills Solar, LLC, Fibrebond Corporation, and Global Seamless Tube & Pipe, Inc.
• Ordinances to amend several 2024 budgets including Water and Sewer, Public Safety, and the General Fund

April 23, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on budget amendments for the General Fund, Water and Sewer, and Riverfront funds. The agenda also includes several rezoning proposals and agreements with state agencies.

• Directing hydraulic fracking companies to repair road damages
• Rejecting bids for Bill Cockrell Pool Renovation Bid IFB #24-004
• Rezoning property on Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive from C-2 to C-3
• Creating 'Economic Development District A'
• Gas pipeline agreement with CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will meet to review updates from the Police Department and the Fire Department. The agenda also includes a request to approve the minutes from the January 03, 2024 meeting.

• Police Department Updates
• Fire Department Updates
• Approval of January 03, 2024 Minutes

April 22, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will hold meetings on April 22 and 23. The agenda includes discussing road damage repairs by fracking companies, reviewing budget amendments, and considering new zoning ordinances.

• Directing hydraulic fracking companies to repair road damages
• Rezoning properties on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Drive and Lakeshore Drive
• Rejecting all bids for the Bill Cockrell Pool Renovation
• Authorizing a gas pipeline agreement with CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp.
• Amending 2024 budgets for the General Fund, Water and Sewer, and Police Equipment

April 9, 2024 City Council Meeting

The council will vote on several budget amendments, including funding for police equipment and the General Fund. The agenda also includes rezoning residential properties to industrial and multi-family use.

• Rezoning Maxfern Drive and Pinehill Road from single-family to industrial mixed-use
• Rezoning Harrison Street and Wallace Avenue from single-family to multi-family residential
• Budget amendments for the General Fund, Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund, and police equipment
• Agreements for the Shreveport Water Assistance Program with three agencies
• Directing fracking companies to repair road damages

April 8, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will hold an administrative conference on April 8 and a regular meeting on April 9, 2024. The agenda includes proposed budget amendments for the General Fund, Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund, and Capital Projects Fund. The council will also review rezoning requests and appointments for key city positions.

• Rezoning property at Maxfern Drive and Pinehill Road from single-family to industrial mixed-use
• Proposed budget amendments for the General Fund and Police equipment funding
• Establishing a Shreveport Youth Council for local high school students
• Directing hydraulic fracking companies to repair road damages caused by operations
• Appointments for Director of Finance and City Engineer

March 26, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances during its March 26 meeting. Key items include establishing policies for water and sewer utility payment assistance and creating a new Youth Council. The council will also review zoning changes and amendments to city codes.

• Establishing policies for water and sewer utility payment assistance
• Rezoning property at Maxfern Drive and Pinehill Road to industrial mixed-use
• Authorizing public bids for oil, gas, and mineral leases in Districts A, D, E, F, and G
• Creating a Shreveport Youth Council for local high school students
• Amending ordinances regarding political signs and bulk waste collection

March 25, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City Council is considering several legislative items including water utility assistance policies, oil and gas mineral leases, and various rezoning requests. The agenda also includes appointments for the Director of Finance and the Shreve Memorial Library Board.

• Establishing a Shreveport Youth Council
• Policies for water and sewer utility payment assistance
• Oil and gas mineral lease bids for Districts A, F, G, D, and E
• Permit and inspection fee waiver for the Ronald McDonald House
• Rezoning of Maxfern Drive and Pinehill Road from R-1-7 to I-MU

March 12, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council is considering several legislative items including amendments to water and sewer rates, zoning changes, and new utility assistance policies. The agenda also includes appointments for various local boards and the establishment of a youth council.

• Amending water and sewer rate ordinances
• Establishing policies for water and sewer payment assistance
• Zoning change for Russell Road at Bonnie Street to Single-Family Residential Small-Planned Unit Development
• Supporting construction of the Retreat at Northside
• Authorizing oil, gas, and mineral lease public bids for Districts A, F, G, D, and E

March 11, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City Council is considering several legislative items including amendments to water and sewer rates, budget appropriations, and zoning changes. The agenda also includes appointments for various local boards and the establishment of a youth council.

• Amending water and sewer rate ordinances
• Establishing a Shreveport Youth Council
• Zoning change for Russell Road at Bonnie Street
• Approving insurance premiums for city buildings and facilities
• Authorizing mineral lease public bids for Districts A, F, G, D, and E

March 11, 2024 Special Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will meet to hear an appeal regarding the denial of an alcohol permit for NLB at 798 West 70th Street. No other business is scheduled for this special meeting.

• Appeal of alcohol permit denial for NLB at 798 West 70th Street

Property Standards Task Force Committee Meeting

The Property Standards Committee will meet on March 1, 2024, to discuss several agenda items. Topics include illegal tire dumping, updates on demolitions and abandoned properties, evictions, and cameras.

• Tires (Illegal Dumping)
• Update: Demolitions and Abandoned Property Issues
• Evictions
• Camera
• Approval of May 24, 2023 Minutes

February 27, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will consider amendments to water and sewer rates alongside procedures to stabilize increases. The agenda also includes a proposal for a special election to authorize debt and the issuance of bonds. Additionally, council members will review various rezoning requests and agreements with state agencies.

• Amendments to water and sewer rates and procedures to stabilize rate increases
• A special election to authorize the incurring of debt and issuance of bonds
• Rezoning property at Walker Road and Mackey Lane from residential to commercial
• Rejection of all bids for Riverview Park Fountain Repairs (IFB #23-054)
• Emergency declaration for water service repairs at Independence Stadium

February 26, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will meet to discuss amendments to water and sewer rates and a special election for debt issuance. The agenda also includes budget amendments for capital projects and various cooperative agreements with state agencies. Additionally, the council will address emergency repairs at Independence Stadium.

• Amendments to water and sewer rate ordinances
• Authorization of a special election for incurring debt and issuing bonds
• Rejection of all bids for Riverview Park Fountain Repairs (IFB #23-054)
• Rezoning of property at Walker Road and Mackey Lane from residential to commercial
• Emergency declaration for water service line repairs at Independence Stadium

Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee

The committee will discuss Resolution 30 of 2024, which calls for a special election in the City of Shreveport to authorize debt and bond issuance. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from October 18, 2021.

• Discussion of Resolution 30 of 2024 regarding bond issuance
• Approval of October 18, 2021 meeting minutes

February 13, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on final ordinances for two rezoning cases and parking meter regulations. The council will also consider introducing new ordinances regarding water and sewer rates and emergency repairs at Independence Stadium.

• Rezoning Line Avenue and Jordan Street to Institutional Campus district
• Rezoning Walker Road and Mackey Lane to Corridor Commercial district
• Proposed amendments to water and sewer rates
• Emergency declaration for Independence Stadium water line repairs
• Rejection of bids for Riverview Park Fountain Repairs

February 12, 2024 Special Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will hold a special meeting on February 12, 2024. The purpose of the session is to hear appeals regarding the denial of an alcohol permit for NLB at 798 West 70th Street. No other business will be conducted during this meeting.

• Appeal of the denial of an alcohol permit for NLB at 798 West 70th Street

February 12, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will hold an administrative conference on February 12 and a regular meeting on February 13. The agenda includes proposed changes to utility rates, rezoning requests for two properties, and a declaration of emergency for Independence Stadium repairs.

• Rezoning at Line Avenue and Jordan Street from Urban Corridor to Institutional Campus
• Rezoning at Walker Road and Mackey Lane from Single-Family Residential to Corridor Commercial
• Amendments to water and sewer rates and procedures for rate increases
• Declaration of a public emergency for Independence Stadium water service line repairs
• Agreements with LA DOTD regarding Kings Hwy and the Shreveport pavement program

January 23, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council is reviewing proposed amendments to water and sewer rates. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for properties on Line Avenue and Walker Road, along with budget amendments for capital improvements.

• Proposed amendments to water and sewer rates
• Rezoning of property at Line Avenue and Jordan Street from C-UC to IC
• Rezoning of property at Walker Road and Mackey Lane from R-1-7 to C-2
• Amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget for Knight Street
• Authorization of a Shreveport CNI Endowment Fund with Chase Bank as manager

January 22, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City Council is considering several legislative items including updates to water and sewer rates, new zoning requests, and adjustments to the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget. The agenda also includes proposals for a community development fund and an endowment trust proposal for HUD.

• Proposed amendments to water and sewer rates
• Rezoning of Line Avenue and Jordan Street from C-UC to IC
• Rezoning of Walker Road and Mackey Lane from R-1-7 to C-2
• Amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget for Knight Street
• Establishment of the Shreveport Community Development Fund Economic Development Program

January 9, 2024 City Council Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will review resolutions regarding an external audit for fiscal year 2023 and pay scale approvals for Fire and Police Civil Service personnel. The agenda also includes introducing budget amendments and ordinances for various street projects and zoning reclassifications.

• External audit contract with Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC for fiscal year 2023
• Rezoning of Linwood Avenue from single-family residential to general commercial
• Approval of pay scales for Fire and Police Civil Service personnel
• Rejection of all bids for the Police Traffic Bureau Building Renovation (RFQ 23-528)
• Amendments to the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget for ARP, Ford, and Knight Streets

January 8, 2024 Administrative Conference Meeting

The Shreveport City Council will meet to discuss several legislative items. These include approving pay scales for fire and police personnel, amending the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget, and reviewing various zoning changes.

• Approving pay scales for Fire and Police Civil Service personnel
• Authorizing an external audit by Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC for fiscal year 2023
• Amending the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget for several street projects
• Rezoning property on Linwood Avenue from residential to general commercial
• Revising construction and residential permit fees

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will discuss crime in the city and security at Government Plaza. The meeting includes updates on officer technology, a unified database, and the completion of bonds for fire and police departments.

• Discussion of crime in the city
• Updates on completion of bonds for Fire and Police
• Security at Government Plaza
• Technology for Officers
• Unified Database