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

The Shreveport City Council held a special meeting on November 22, 2024, with all seven members present. The agenda included opening comments, public comments, and approval of the November 8, 2024 minutes, but no substantive decisions were made. The meeting adjourned without any votes or actions on policy or contracts.

• Approved minutes of November 08, 2024 meeting

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.

The Shreveport City Council approved the issuance of up to $88 million in 2024 general obligation bonds (Ordinance 111) and up to $28.9 million in Series 2024B bonds for police and fire facilities (Ordinance 150), both with amendments engaging specific legal counsel. The council also adopted a resolution specifying projects to be funded from the $88 million bond sale, including streets, drainage, water/sewer, parks, and public safety improvements. Several other resolutions were approved, including water/sewer connections, a purchasing regulation amendment, a HUD grant ratification, and a bridge inspection certification.

• Adopted Ordinance 111 authorizing $88M in 2024 GO bonds (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 150 authorizing $28.9M in 2024B GO bonds for police/fire (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 142 listing projects for $88M bond proceeds (7-0)
• Approved water/sewer connections for Jose Carmona, Springfield Baptist Church, Shaun Pendleton, Juneau Family Partnership (7-0 each)
• Adopted Resolution 170 requiring council approval for property donations (7-0)
• Ratified $2.5M HUD Choice Neighborhoods Supplemental Grant (7-0)
• Authorized rejection of all bids for Lucas Water Treatment Plant renovation (7-0)
• Encouraged mayor to negotiate purchase of 8509 Line Ave for police substation (7-0)

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

The Public Safety Committee held a discussion-only meeting with no formal votes on agenda items. Topics included filling two ABO Office positions, a new SPD collaboration with the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office (150+ calls responded in Burt Kouns South area), a surveillance camera for the 1100 Block of Marshall Street, police vehicle preparation, and updates on police substations and headquarters. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the October 22, 2024 minutes.

• Approved October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed filling two ABO Office positions; no action taken
• Discussed online portal for ABO processes; no action taken
• Noted SPD-Sheriff partnership with 150+ calls responded since Oct 23, 2024
• Discussed surveillance camera installation timeline for 1100 Block of Marshall Street
• Discussed police vehicle preparation on track for first quarter 2025
• Discussed substation updates: West Shreveport demolition to begin, North Shreveport alternate location under review

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

The committee approved the minutes from the October 8, 2024 meeting. Members discussed the renovation of police headquarters and the status of an agreement with the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office.

• Approved October 8, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

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

The Shreveport City Council approved resolutions endorsing 624 Downtown Lofts, LLC and Las Palmas Group Lofts, LLC for the Louisiana Restoration Tax Abatement program, both by unanimous 6-0 votes. The council also confirmed Bridgett Clark as Bureau Chief of Workforce Development, withdrew an appointment to the Fire and Police Civil Service Board, and adopted several resolutions including a charter review committee and support for state tax credits. Several items were postponed or tabled, including a $88M bond ordinance and a vacant structures ordinance.

• Approved Resolution 153 endorsing 624 Downtown Lofts for Restoration Tax Abatement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 154 endorsing Las Palmas Group Lofts for Restoration Tax Abatement (6-0)
• Confirmed Bridgett Clark as Bureau Chief of Workforce Development (6-0)
• Withdrew appointment of Shonda Reynolds to Fire and Police Civil Service Board (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 169 establishing a Charter Review Committee (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 163 authorizing CenterPoint Energy gas pipeline right-of-way agreement (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 164 authorizing oil/gas mineral lease request with $3,000/acre bonus and 25% royalty (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 116 amending 2024 Capital Improvements Budget adding $13.25M for water/sewer projects (6-0)

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.

The Shreveport City Council met in administrative conference to set the agenda for the October 22, 2024 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made; several items were postponed, including water/sewer connection authorizations for properties on Wallace Lake Road and two ordinances. The council also voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Postponed water/sewer connection authorizations for 9516, 9588, 9702, 9820 Wallace Lake Rd to Nov 8, 2024
• Postponed ordinance leasing Stageworks to G-Unit Film & Television to Oct 22, 2024
• Postponed vacant structures ordinance amendment to Oct 22, 2024
• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0) to discuss litigation

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

The Shreveport City Council held a special meeting to discuss halting the bid process for the North Shreveport Substation and opening an investigation into the land deal, including the process for donating the land back. Public comments were heard, and after discussion, the meeting adjourned without taking formal action on these items.

• Discussed halting bid process for North Shreveport Substation (no vote)
• Discussed opening investigation into land deal and donation process (no vote)

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

The Shreveport City Council adopted several resolutions and ordinances, including amendments to the 2024 capital improvements budget and the naming of an unnamed roadway as Riverpark Way. The council confirmed multiple executive appointments, accepted a $50,000 settlement and release agreement from Paloma Natural Gas, LLC, and tabled the proposed 2025 budget ordinances. Several other resolutions and ordinances were postponed or introduced for future consideration.

• Approved minutes of the September 23 Administrative Conference and September 24 Council meeting (7-0)
• Confirmed executive appointments including William 'Bill' Sabo as Director of Economic Development and several board members (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 146 for a cooperative purchasing agreement with Caddo Parish (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 147 and 148 authorizing an agreement and $50,000 payment from Paloma Natural Gas for Pines Road damages (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 149 approving assignment of oil and gas leases to Paloma Natural Gas (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 150, 151, and 152 for State facility planning and construction cooperative endeavor agreements (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 156, 157, 158, and 159 recognizing community figures, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and dedicating a block of Turner Lane (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 161 and 162 rejecting bids for Airport Park Sports Field and City Courts Restroom Renovations (7-0)

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

The Public Safety Committee discussed the homeless situation in the Downtown/Red River Entertainment District, noting a need for 24-hour surveillance and funding for security, and heard that the city has turned off electrical boxes to reduce activity. Chief Smith reported working with CADA to deploy a Social Services worker when needed. The committee also discussed the status of police headquarters and three substations, with over 20 locations reviewed for temporary housing and a plan to narrow down options within two weeks. No formal votes were taken on these agenda items; the only action was unanimous approval of the August 27, 2024 minutes.

• Approved August 27, 2024 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed homeless situation in Downtown/Red River Entertainment District; no action taken
• Discussed police headquarters and substation temporary housing; no action taken

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

The Shreveport City Council met in administrative conference to set the agenda for the October 8, 2024 meeting. No formal votes were taken during this conference. Discussion focused on the police station construction funding shortfall, with council members and staff debating whether to proceed with a $28 million station despite rising costs. The council also approved a motion to enter executive session to discuss litigation against CDM Smith Inc.

• Set agenda for October 8, 2024 meeting
• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)
• Discussed police station funding shortfall (no action)

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

The Property Standards Committee received updates on apartment complexes in disrepair, bulk pick-up funding and processes, and demolition/environmental court activity. No formal decisions were made; the only action was unanimous approval of the June 24, 2024 minutes.

• Approved minutes for June 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

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)

The committee received reports on fire department staffing and Station #20 remodel, police operational readiness, crime stats, and facility concerns. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was unanimous approval of the August 27, 2024 minutes.

• Approved August 27, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Heard update on fire staffing and recruitment efforts
• Heard status of Fire Station #20 remodel
• Heard police operational readiness and staffing shortages
• Heard crime statistics on shots fired and burglaries
• Discussed ABO office staffing and customer service
• Discussed surveillance trailer, drone, and Real Time Crime Center operations
• Discussed police headquarters and substation plans

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

The City Council adopted a resolution encouraging the Mayor to declare a state of emergency and relocate staff due to poor conditions at the Shreveport Police Station. The Council also approved several budget amendments for SporTran transit improvements and confirmed two executive appointments.

• Adopted Resolution No. 143 of 2024 urging Mayor to declare emergency for police station conditions (7-0)
• Confirmed Edward Taylor to the Downtown Development Authority (7-0)
• Confirmed Jimmie Herring as Assistant City Attorney (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 107 of 2024 amending Capital Improvements Budget for transit project (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 108 of 2024 amending General Fund budget for SporTran (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 109 of 2024 amending SporTran contractual services budget (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 110 of 2024 regarding animal control and owner responsibilities (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 145 of 2024 recognizing Pastor Eduardo “Ed” Gonzales (7-0)

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

The Shreveport City Council held an administrative conference to set the agenda for the September 24, 2024 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with public comments and reports received. The council adjourned at 4:20 p.m.

• Set agenda for September 24, 2024 City Council meeting
• Received public comments on various agenda items
• Received reports including Master Plan Committee and Budget to Actual Financial Report

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 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

The City Council approved several ordinances amending the 2024 budgets for the General Fund, Airports Enterprise Fund, Streets Special Revenue Fund, Solid Waste Enterprise Fund, Retained Risk Internal Service Fund, and Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund. Additionally, the Council authorized the Mayor to enter into various agreements regarding I-20 and I-49 lighting systems and a cooperative endeavor with Progressive Construction Company. Several zoning and development ordinances were postponed for future consideration.

• Confirmed James Britt as Senior Construction Manager (7-0)
• Postponed appointment of Edward Taylor to Downtown Development Authority (7-0)
• Adopted budget amendments for six city funds (7-0)
• Authorized I-20 and I-49 lighting system agreements (7-0)
• Authorized cooperative agreement with Progressive Construction Company (7-0)
• Adopted resolution canvassing April 27, 2024, special election results (7-0)
• Postponed zoning case for Line Avenue and Jordan Street (5-2)
• Postponed ordinances regarding Stageworks lease and vacant structures (7-0)

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.

The Shreveport City Council held a special meeting to hear an appeal of the denial of an alcohol permit for North Market Shell at 3101 North Market Street. After no public comments and discussion, the council voted unanimously to uphold the Shreveport Police Department's decision to deny the permit.

• Upheld denial of alcohol permit for North Market Shell (7-0)

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

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee heard updates on police substations, camera and drone policies, and fire department staffing. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the April 23, 2024 minutes. The committee discussed the timeline for substation construction and a possible review of drone footage storage policy.

• Approved April 23, 2024 committee minutes (motion by Taliaferro, seconded by Taylor)

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)

The Shreveport City Council approved the 2024 property tax levies, including a 17-mill general levy and an 11.318-mill bond tax, and adopted several budget amendments, including a $110,000 increase for Airport Park improvements funded by a Dick's Sporting Goods donation. The council also approved cooperative purchasing agreements with Bossier City and other fire departments, authorized an oil and gas lease assignment, and confirmed Barrington Gibson III to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Several items were postponed, including a water/sewer connection request and ordinances on vacant structures and a zoning change.

• Adopted 2024 property tax levy of 17.000 mills (7-0)
• Adopted 11.3180 mills bond tax for general obligation bonds (7-0)
• Adopted 9.040 mills Downtown Development District tax (7-0)
• Approved $110,000 Airport Park Community Center appropriation from Dick's Sporting Goods donation (7-0)
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreements with Bossier City, South Bossier Fire District Two, and Town of Haughton Fire Department (7-0)
• Authorized oil and gas lease assignment from Citizen Acquisitions to CEP Acquisitions (7-0)
• Confirmed Barrington Gibson III to Metropolitan Shreveport Zoning Board of Appeals (7-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 40 (Stageworks lease) and Ordinance 70 (vacant structures) (7-0)

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.

The Shreveport City Council met in administrative conference to set the agenda for the August 27, 2024 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, covering agenda setting, public comments, and a confirmation appointment. The council will consider numerous resolutions and ordinances at the next day's meeting.

• Set agenda for August 27, 2024 City Council meeting
• Received public comments on National Night Out, rent control, and proposed liquor store in Cedar Grove
• Confirmed Barrington Gibson, III to Metropolitan Shreveport Zoning Board of Appeals

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

The Shreveport City Council held a special meeting and unanimously confirmed four executive appointments to the Shreveport Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board: Lt. Michael Carter, Sgt. Chad Dailey, EMS Officer Corrie Ross, and Fire Engineer David Carpenter. The council first voted 5-0 to suspend rules requiring written notice two weeks in advance, then approved the appointments 5-0. Two council members were absent.

• Suspended rules to consider appointments (5-0)
• Confirmed Lt. Michael Carter to Fire and Police Civil Service Board (5-0)
• Confirmed Sgt. Chad Dailey to Fire and Police Civil Service Board (5-0)
• Confirmed EMS Officer Corrie Ross to Fire and Police Civil Service Board (5-0)
• Confirmed Fire Engineer David Carpenter to Fire and Police Civil Service Board (5-0)

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

The Shreveport City Council approved several items, including a resolution to seek bids for an oil, gas and mineral lease on city-owned property in District E, and a resolution accepting donated water and sewer facilities for Trinity Bluff Unit 2. The council also adopted ordinances amending the Riverfront Development budget, updating the Unified Development Code, and rezoning property on Fairfield Avenue. Several other ordinances and resolutions were introduced or postponed.

• Approved Resolution 120 to seek bids for oil/gas lease on city property (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 121 accepting water/sewer donation for Trinity Bluff Unit 2 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 84 amending Riverfront Development budget (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 85 updating Unified Development Code (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 86 rezoning Fairfield Ave property from R-1-7 to R-1-5 (6-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 40 (Stageworks lease) (6-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 70 (vacant structures) (6-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 87 (Line Ave/Jordan St rezoning) (6-0)

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.

The Shreveport City Council met in administrative conference and set the agenda for the August 13, 2024 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with public comments on the Humor and Harmony Festival. The agenda includes items for introduction and final passage, such as tax levies, budget amendments, and zoning changes.

• Set agenda for August 13, 2024 regular meeting
• Heard public comments on Humor and Harmony Festival
• No ordinances or resolutions adopted at this meeting

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

The Shreveport City Council approved a cooperative agreement with the Caddo Parish School Board for automated school-zone speed enforcement, with the Board receiving 20% of net citation proceeds for an early childhood education program. The council also approved contracts with the Krewe of Centaur and Krewe of Gemini for Mardi Gras parades, submitted the 2024-2028 Consolidated Plan to HUD, and approved a payment in lieu of taxes for a Laidley, LLC datacenter campus in Richland Parish. Several budget amendments and code revisions passed, while ordinances on the Stageworks lease and vacant structures were postponed.

• Approved Resolution 114 authorizing a cooperative endeavor agreement with Caddo Parish School Board for school-zone speed cameras; Board gets 20% of net citation proceeds (5-2, Taliaferro and Boucher nay)
• Approved Resolution 111 authorizing a Mardi Gras parade contract with Krewe of Centaur (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 112 authorizing a Mardi Gras parade contract with Krewe of Gemini (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 113 authorizing submission of the 2024-2028 Consolidated Plan and 2024 Annual Action Plan to HUD (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 115 approving an annual payment in lieu of taxes for a Laidley, LLC datacenter campus in Richland Parish (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 118 allocating $10,000 to Rho Omega and Friends for 2024 'Let the Good Times Roll Festival' security from the Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 119 waiving alcohol hours-of-operation rules for the Humor & Harmony Festival, Aug. 8-11, 2024 (7-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 40 (Stageworks lease to G-Unit Film & Television) and Ordinance 70 (vacant structures) (7-0 each)

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

The Shreveport City Council met in administrative conference and set the agenda for the July 23, 2024 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with public comments only.

• Set agenda for July 23, 2024 regular meeting
• Heard public comments on Res. 119, Ord. 76, 2025 Marshall, Ants Urban Lounge, recreation center generators, and Ord. 40

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

The City Council authorized a donation to the Shreveport Implementation and Redevelopment Authority to acquire the Lake Life Development Center. The council also approved two rezoning requests and a lease for the police department.

• Approved $555,000 donation to SIRA for Lake Life Development Center (7-0)
• Approved lease with SWEPCO for police department office space at 430 Travis Street (7-0)
• Approved water/sewer connection for BRF Properties, LLC at 808 Stewart Drive (7-0)
• Approved dedication of 400 block of Abilene Street in honor of Carita Gray (7-0)
• Approved $224,200 for street lighting upgrades in 2024 Capital Projects Fund Budget (6-0)
• Approved $5M transfer to Capital Project Matching Funds for SporTran (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at Bert Kouns Industrial Loop to R-1-12 SPUD (5-1)
• Approved rezoning at Linwood Avenue to C-4 Heavy Commercial (5-1)

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

The City 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.

• Set the agenda for the July 9, 2024, City Council meeting

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

The committee approved the minutes from the February 16, 2024, meeting. Members also received updates on 2021 bond projects, city water quality, and right-of-way excavation issues involving utility subcontractors.

• Approved February 16, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)

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

The Shreveport City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including an $800,000 increase for property standards demolitions, a $54,000 donation from Willis-Knighton Health Systems to the Fire Department, and two payment-in-lieu-of-tax agreements for affordable housing projects. The council also amended purchasing rules for consulting and insurance contracts, rejected all bids for brass water service parts, and postponed two ordinances. Two resolutions and four ordinances were introduced and laid over for the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 96 selecting The Times as official journal for July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution No. 97 declaring surplus vehicles and authorizing public auction (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 98 authorizing right of way agreement with CenterPoint Energy for gas pipeline (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 99 accepting $54,000 donation from Willis-Knighton Health Systems for Fire Department equipment (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 100 approving annual payment in lieu of tax for Galilee City Affordable Housing, LP (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 101 approving annual payment in lieu of tax for Lakeside Affordable Housing, LP (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 102 authorizing cooperative endeavor agreement with LDEQ for air monitoring site at Ingleside Park (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 103 as amended, amending purchasing regulations for consulting, insurance and other services (6-1)

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

The Shreveport City Council held an administrative conference on June 24, 2024, and set the agenda for its June 25 regular meeting. The council approved going into executive session to receive information on the Lafitte Investments Claim No. 3.48118.19, by a 6-0 vote, and the session ran from 3:58 p.m. to 4:12 p.m. No substantive legislation was adopted at this conference; the agenda lists items for introduction or final passage at the June 25 meeting. Three residents made public comments on Ordinance No. 69 of 2024, city charter review, and property demolition, tax dollars, and violence.

• Approved motion to enter executive session on Lafitte Investments Claim No. 3.48118.19 (6-0)
• Set the agenda for the June 25, 2024 City Council meeting
• Adjourned the administrative conference at 4:14 p.m.

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

The committee unanimously amended the date on the May 1, 2024 minutes to March 1, 2024. They discussed Ordinance #70, which aims to encourage restoration or transfer of vacant properties through care standards, registration, and inspections. No vote was taken on the ordinance; the mayor stated public input is sought before passage.

• Amended minutes date from May 1, 2024 to March 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed Ordinance #70 regarding vacant lot care, registration, and inspections
• No vote taken on Ordinance #70; public input requested before passage

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

The City Council established the Health Care & Technology Innovation Districts West and East to finance economic development via sales and use tax increments. The council also approved several budget amendments and ratified emergency water infrastructure repairs.

• Created Health Care & Technology Innovation District West (6-0)
• Created Health Care & Technology Innovation District East (6-0)
• Approved $110,000 donation from Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation for Airport Park field (6-0)
• Approved $1,427,170 budget for Caddo-Shreveport Sales and Use Tax Commission (6-0)
• Ratified $1.5M emergency repair of Wallace Lake Lift station (6-0)
• Ratified $197,907 emergency repair of pump #4-15 at Amiss Water Treatment Plant (6-0)
• Added $200 fee for administration of oxygen and supplies to Fire Department EMS schedule (6-0)
• Postponed rezoning of Maxfern Drive and Pine Hill Road property to C-4 (6-0)

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

The Council met for an administrative conference to establish the agenda for the following day's meeting. No substantive legislation was voted on or adopted during this session. The Council did vote to enter a brief executive session regarding a legal matter.

• Set the agenda for the June 11, 2024 City Council meeting
• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding James C. Adams vs. City of Shreveport (6-0)

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

The committee heard reports on inspection processes, demolitions, and bulk pick-ups. No official actions were taken because a quorum of members was not present.

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

The City Council endorsed Fairmont Housing Associates Limited Partnership for the Louisiana Restoration Tax Abatement Program. The council also authorized the rejection of elevator installation bids for the Epic Center and Old Galilee. Multiple budget ordinances and a liquor sales code amendment were postponed.

• Approved tax abatement endorsement for Fairmont Housing Associates (6-0)
• Authorized rejection of all bids for Epic Center & Old Galilee elevator installation (6-0)
• Ratified emergency demolition of Dees Photo Building at 421 Market Street (6-0)
• Declared May 22, 2024, as National Maritime Day (6-0)
• Urged state legislature to study effects of Senate Bill 489 on fire marshal duties (6-0)
• Declared intent to reimburse capital expenditures up to $10M via lease-purchase agreements (6-0)
• Postponed confirmation of Torri Smith-Moore as Bureau Chief of Special Programs (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 58 regarding alcohol hours of operation (6-0)

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

The Council established Economic Development District A to finance projects using sales and use tax increments. Several zoning changes were approved, and a Youth Council was created to include student leaders from local high schools.

• Approved creation of Economic Development District A (7-0)
• Established Shreveport Youth Council with local high school students (4-2)
• Approved $65,000 allocation to Providence House for displaced apartment residents (7-0)
• Approved immediate demolition of structures at 1244 Sprague St and 908 Caddo St (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at Maxfern Dr & Pine Hill Rd to C-4 heavy commercial (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at Linwood Ave & Mount Zion Rd to C-4 heavy commercial (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at Vaughn St & E Stoner Ave to C-2 corridor commercial (7-0)
• Approved rezoning south of MLK Jr Dr to C-3 general commercial (7-0)

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

The City Council upheld the Shreveport Police Department's decision to deny alcoholic beverage handling cards to two individuals. One individual was permitted to apply for a different class of card with certain fees and wait periods waived. The council also set the agenda for the May 14, 2024, meeting.

• Upheld denial of alcoholic beverage handling card for Dameial M. Armstrong (6-0)
• Upheld denial of Class A alcoholic beverage handling card for Michael Weaver, but waived fee and wait period to allow application for Class B card (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding Edward Sanderson Assignment No.: A24-00005 (6-0)

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 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

The City Council approved five budget amendments, including a $20 million transfer from the Water and Sewer Fund to the General Fund for bond coverage and $2.01 million for police equipment. They also authorized agreements for the Jimmie Davis Bridge and a CenterPoint Energy pipeline, confirmed David B. Smith as City Engineer, and rejected all bids for the Bill Cockrell Pool renovation because they exceeded the $950,000 budget. Several resolutions were adopted, including one accepting a land donation for Fire Station 18 and another supporting an early voting location at the Office of Motor Vehicles.

• Approved $20M transfer from Water/Sewer Fund to General Fund (7-0)
• Approved $2.01M transfer from Riverfront Fund to Police Equipment (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Bill Cockrell Pool renovation due to budget overage (7-0)
• Confirmed David B. Smith as City Engineer (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Jimmie Davis Bridge agreement with DOTD (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute CenterPoint Energy pipeline servitude agreement (7-0)
• Accepted 0.0699-acre land donation for Fire Station 18 expansion (7-0)
• Postponed resolution directing fracking companies to repair road damage (7-0)

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

The Shreveport City Council held an Administrative Conference on April 22, 2024, and set the agenda for its April 23, 2024 meeting. No legislation was adopted, denied, or tabled; the minutes list items for introduction and future consideration. The meeting included public comments and adjourned at 4:14 p.m.

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

The Shreveport City Council approved agreements to administer the Shreveport Water Assistance Program through three non-profit agencies and authorized a state agreement for a pavement replacement project. The council confirmed Shelia Faour as Director of Finance but postponed the appointment of David B. Smith as City Engineer. A resolution to establish a Youth Council was tabled, and a zoning change for property at Maxfern Drive and Pinehill Road was remanded to the planning commission.

• Confirmed Shelia Faour as Director of Finance (7-0)
• Postponed appointment of David B. Smith as City Engineer (5-0)
• Confirmed four members to Local Workforce Development Board (7-0)
• Tabled Resolution No. 42 establishing a Shreveport Youth Council (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 55 authorizing DOTD agreement for pavement replacement (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 56-58 authorizing SWAP administration by Caddo Community Action Agency, Socialization Services, Inc., and United Way (7-0 each)
• Adopted Resolution No. 59 approving oil and gas lease assignment to Paloma Natural Gas, LLC (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 60 authorizing pipeline servitude with Louisiana Midstream Gas Services (7-0)

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

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

• Set agenda for April 9, 2024 meeting

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

The Shreveport City Council approved a $9,147,825.28 insurance premium package for city buildings, facilities, and activities beginning April 1, 2024, and adopted Resolution No. 43 establishing the Shreveport Water Assistance Program (SWAP) with a 10% monthly credit for eligible low-income water and sewer customers. The council also approved a $75,000 intergovernmental agreement with Caddo Parish to reimburse police overtime costs from the July 4, 2023 mass shooting investigation, authorized oil and gas lease bidding on city mineral rights in Districts A, F, G, D, and E, and waived city permit and inspection fees for a new Ronald McDonald House. Several items were postponed or introduced and laid over, including the executive appointment of Shelia Faour as Director of Finance and a resolution establishing a Shreveport Youth Council.

• Approved Resolution No. 44 of 2024: $9,147,825.28 insurance premiums for city buildings, facilities, and activities (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 43 of 2024 as amended: SWAP program with 10% monthly water/sewer credit, retroactive to March 12, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 48 of 2024: $75,000 intergovernmental agreement with Caddo Parish for police overtime reimbursement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 49 of 2024: authorize seeking bids for oil, gas, and mineral lease in Districts A, F, & G (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 50 of 2024: authorize seeking bids for oil, gas, and mineral lease in Districts D & E (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 51 of 2024: waive city permit and inspection fees for Ronald McDonald House at 9100 Susan Drive (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 52 of 2024: request Mayor enter contracts with bulk and trash removal companies (6-0)
• Postponed executive appointment of Shelia Faour as Director of Finance (5-1, Brooks nay)

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

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

• Set the agenda for the March 26, 2024 City Council meeting

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

The Shreveport City Council approved Ordinance No. 15 of 2024 amending sewer rates and Ordinance No. 16 of 2024 establishing procedures to stabilize water and sewer rate increases, both 7-0. A motion to postpone Ordinance No. 14 of 2024 on water rates failed 1-6, and the ordinance was then adopted 7-0. The council also postponed Resolution No. 42 (Youth Council) and Resolution No. 43 (water/sewer payment assistance), and remanded zoning appeal Case No. 23-208-C to the Metropolitan Planning Commission. Several appointments were confirmed, and other resolutions and ordinances were introduced and laid over.

• Approved Ordinance No. 15 of 2024 amending sewer rates (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 16 of 2024 establishing procedures to stabilize water and sewer rate increases (7-0)
• Motion to postpone Ordinance No. 14 of 2024 on water rates failed (1-6); ordinance then adopted (7-0)
• Postponed Resolution No. 42 of 2024 establishing a Shreveport Youth Council (7-0)
• Postponed Resolution No. 43 of 2024 on water/sewer payment assistance (7-0)
• Remanded zoning appeal Case No. 23-208-C to the Metropolitan Planning Commission (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Madison Poche to Metropolitan Shreveport Zoning Board of Appeals (7-0)
• Postponed appointments of Don Howard and Reginald Abrams, Sr. to Shreveport Memorial Library Board (7-0)

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

The City Council met to establish the agenda for the following day's session. The council also voted to enter an executive session to discuss a legal matter.

• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding Mallory Dees vs City of Shreveport (6-0)

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

The City Council held a special meeting to hear an appeal regarding a denied alcohol permit for NLB at 798 West 70th Street. The Council voted to overturn the decision made by the Shreveport Police Department.

• Overturned Shreveport Police Department's denial of alcohol permit for NLB at 798 West 70th Street (6-0)

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

The Shreveport Property Standards Committee met on March 1, 2024, and approved the May 24, 2024 minutes unanimously. Members received updates on illegal tire dumping, demolitions (24 completed, 40 contracted), and eviction filings (4,082 in 2023; 819 so far in 2024). No new ordinances or funding measures were decided; Chair Taylor requested follow-ups on camera costs, demolition statistics by district, and ordinance updates.

• Approved May 24, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• No vote on tire dumping; update only, two cameras ordered via grant at ~$15,000
• No vote on demolitions; 24 completed, 40 contracted out
• No vote on evictions; 4,082 filed in 2023, 819 in 2024 to date
• No vote on cameras; one installed at South Lakeshore and Willow Ridge

Planning & Infrastructure/GIS Committee

The meeting scheduled for February 27, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of a quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

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

The Shreveport City Council approved Resolution No. 30 of 2024, calling a special election on April 27, 2024, asking voters to approve three general obligation bond propositions totaling up to $256,400,000 for roads, drainage, water and sewer, and police, fire, parks and public buildings. The vote was 5-2, with Councilwoman Taylor and Councilman Green opposed. The council also postponed three ordinances on water and sewer rates and rejected a rezoning at Walker Road and Mackey Lane.

• Approved Resolution No. 30 of 2024 calling April 27, 2024 bond election with three propositions totaling up to $256,400,000 (5-2)
• Approved Resolution No. 18 of 2024 rejecting all bids for Riverview Park Fountain repairs IFB #23-054 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 19 of 2024 adopting the state auditor's Systems Survey and Compliance Questionnaire (7-0)
• Approved Resolutions No. 20 and 21 of 2024 authorizing cooperative endeavor agreements with the state Treasury for Project Swim and street/road repair and street lighting funds under Act 397 of 2023 (7-0 each)
• Approved Resolution No. 24 of 2024 accepting a $12,203 donation of four cameras and equipment from the Downtown Development Authority for the police department (7-0)
• Approved Resolutions No. 26, 27, 28 and 29A of 2024 requesting state Mineral Board public bids for oil, gas and mineral leases on city property in Districts E, F and G (7-0 each)
• Approved Resolution No. 35 of 2024 closing the council investigation into unauthorized salary increases for council employees, finding the June 2023 pay increases were not properly authorized (7-0)
• Postponed Ordinances No. 14, 15 and 16 of 2024 on water rates, sewer rates and rate stabilization (5-2, 6-1, 7-0)

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

The Council met to establish the agenda for the following day's session, which includes items regarding water and sewer rates, bond issuance, and zoning. The Council also approved two motions to enter executive sessions regarding legal matters.

• Approved adding Moore, Herman v. City of Shreveport to Executive Session (6-0)
• Approved entering executive session regarding Billy Wells and Ingrid Davis vs City of Shreveport (6-0)

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

The committee approved the minutes from October 18, 2021. Members and the public discussed a proposed bond, the need for a project manager, and minority inclusion in contracting.

• Approved October 18, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

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

The Shreveport City Council approved Resolution No. 15 of 2024 allocating funds to specific not-for-profit organizations from the 2024 General Fund and Riverfront Fund budgets, as amended to add Project Celebration, Dream Keepers Alliance, and Best 13. The council also adopted two resolutions authorizing the mayor to execute Entity/State agreements with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for the Kings Hwy: Healthcare and Dev. Corridor project and the Shreveport Pvmt Prgrm (ASP Rehab) project. Several items were introduced and laid over until February 27, 2024, including resolutions on mineral leases and a special election for bonds, and ordinances on water and sewer rates. Ordinance No. 10 of 2024, a rezoning at Walker Road and Mackey Lane, was postponed.

• Approved Resolution No. 15 of 2024 allocating funds to not-for-profits from General Fund and Riverfront Fund (7-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Resolution No. 15 adding Project Celebration $32,000 (7-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Resolution No. 15 adding Dream Keepers Alliance $10,000 and Best 13 $15,000 (6-1, Boucher nay)
• Adopted Resolution No. 13 of 2024 authorizing mayor to execute DOTD agreement for Kings Hwy project (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 14 of 2024 authorizing mayor to execute DOTD agreement for Shreveport Pvmt Prgrm (ASP Rehab) (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4 of 2024 amending claims settlement thresholds, as amended (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5 of 2024 amending parking meter hours, as amended (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 9 of 2024 rezoning Line Avenue and Jordan Street from C-UC to IC (7-0)

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

The Shreveport City Council held a special meeting on February 12, 2024, to hear an appeal of the denial of an alcohol permit for NLB at 798 West 70th Street. No members of the public spoke during the public comment period. After discussion, the Council voted 6-0 to postpone the matter until March 11, 2024. No other business was decided, and the meeting adjourned at 6:29 p.m.

• Postponed the alcohol permit appeal for NLB at 798 West 70th Street until March 11, 2024 (6-0)

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

The City Council overrode a mayoral veto to adopt an ordinance regarding open container alcohol consumption. The Council also approved several budget amendments for capital improvements and established new development funds.

• Overrode mayoral veto to adopt Ordinance No. 179 of 2023 regarding open container alcohol consumption (5-2)
• Approved $4.5M ARP funding increase for Knight Street Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $867,000 for Fire Station #20 Rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved $820,885 for excess workers’ compensation and inland marine insurance premiums (7-0)
• Authorized submission of $1.8M CNI Endowment Fund proposal to HUD with Chase Bank as manager (7-0)
• Authorized establishment of the Shreveport Community Development Fund administered by NWLFA (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Louisiana DOTD for winter weather maintenance on I-220 (7-0)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 4 of 2024 regarding claims filed against the city (7-0)

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

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

• Set the agenda for the January 23, 2024, City Council meeting

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

The City Council elected its 2024 officers and approved several budget amendments for capital improvements. The council also authorized new pay scales for police and fire personnel and approved multiple zoning changes.

• Elected Councilman Alan Jackson as Chairman (5-2)
• Elected Councilman James Green as Vice-Chairman (5-2)
• Approved 3% pay increase and incentive pay for Fire and Police civil service personnel (7-0)
• Established $4.9M ARP Street Projects and $4.4M Ford Street Utility Relocation projects (7-0)
• Increased appropriation for City of Shreveport Preservation and Improvements by $4M (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at Linwood Ave, Buncombe Rd, and 80th/Fairfield Ave (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Police Traffic Bureau Building Renovation due to budget overruns (7-0)
• Amended open container alcohol laws to change unlawful dispensing start time to 4:00 a.m. (6-1)

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

The City Council met for an administrative conference to establish the agenda for the following day's meeting. No substantive legislative decisions were made during this session.

• Set the agenda for the January 9, 2024 City Council meeting

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

The committee approved the minutes from August 8, 2023. Members discussed crime statistics, police staffing, and the status of fire and police equipment bonds. Mayor Arceneaux reported signing a $2.7 million contract with Axon for officer technology, pending funding.

• Approved August 08, 2023 minutes