News Summary
The Shreveport City Council has approved a leasing agreement for a temporary police substation at King’s Temple United Pentecostal Church. This substation aims to support police operations in Area 4 while a permanent facility is being planned at Cedar Grove Park, set for completion in mid-2026. Concerns about the suitability of the temporary location were raised, prompting the search for a more effective site for Area 2 officers. The decision reflects the council’s commitment to community safety and efficient police operations.
Shreveport – The Shreveport City Council has approved a leasing agreement for a temporary police substation site during a meeting on January 28, 2025. The site, located at King’s Temple United Pentecostal Church on Kingston Road, will accommodate police officers primarily from Area 4, which encompasses southern and central Shreveport. The lease costs the city approximately $9,100 per month and will last for three years as the city prepares to relocate officers from the Texas Avenue headquarters due to ongoing health and comfort concerns.
The establishment of a new police substation is also in the works at Cedar Grove Park, although the expected completion date is not until mid-2026. City officials emphasized the urgency of finding a location for Area 2 officers to minimize downtime while the substation is under construction. Concerns were raised among council members about the suitability of the Kingston Road location for Area 2 officers, prompting City Chief Administrative Officer Tom Dark to indicate that the administration is actively searching for a more suitable site to meet their needs.
During the meeting, Councilman Gary Brooks expressed his reservations regarding the Kingston Road site, underscoring the need to ensure that it effectively serves the local community. Similarly, Councilman Grayson Boucher stressed the importance of acting expediently in finding an alternative location for Area 2 officers. The Shreveport Police Chief, Wayne Smith, clarified that police substations mainly serve as administrative spaces for roll calls and other officer duties.
The forthcoming Cedar Grove Park substation is designed to maintain the existing park facilities while simultaneously addressing the needs of the police department. The city plans for the Cedar Grove substation will mirror the design of other upcoming facilities, which should expedite the construction process. Plans for the Cedar Grove substation are slated for bid solicitation later this year, with expectations to complete it by the summer of 2026.
In addition to the Cedar Grove location, the city council approved a separate substation to be established at Sunset Acres Elementary School. This site will transition to police use following the closure of the school, thereby maximizing the utility of existing infrastructure.
The entire approval process for the new substations reflects careful consideration of community safety and service needs. City officials are committed to ensuring that police resources are effectively distributed across Shreveport in response to community feedback and health concerns. The move marks a significant step towards improving police presence and accessibility in various neighborhoods while addressing existing health-related issues at the current headquarters.
As Shreveport navigates these changes, city leaders remain focused on enhancing the operational efficiency of the police department while ensuring that community safety remains a top priority. The pending construction of new substations signals a proactive approach to public safety as the city adapts to current challenges and feedback from residents.
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