June 26, 2025

Shreveport City Council Approves New Police Substations

News Summary

The Shreveport City Council has sanctioned an ordinance allocating an additional $1.5 million for the construction of three new police substations, modifying the existing Capital Improvements Budget. Financed through accrued interest from 2021 bonds, the total project cost is expected to reach around $6 million. City officials anticipate completion of these substations by early 2026, aiming to enhance police visibility and response times in local communities while investing in public safety.

Shreveport — The Shreveport City Council has approved an ordinance that allocates an additional $1.5 million in funding for the construction of three new police substations. The ordinance, known as 57, modifies the existing 2025 Capital Improvements Budget, directly impacting ongoing police substation projects in the area.

The financing for this initiative will be derived from interest accrued on bonds issued in 2021. This additional funding will cover the remaining costs associated with the three substations, as well as expenses related to work done for the Traffic Bureau, Wildwood Park offices, and temporary relocation needs for officers. The total estimated cost for the development of the three substations amounts to around $6 million.

City officials are targeting the first quarter of 2026 for the completion of these substations, aiming to bolster the Shreveport Police Department’s capabilities. Currently, the North Shreveport Substation located on Monkhouse Drive is nearing completion, reported to be about 99% complete, with an expected finish within the next 200 days. Meanwhile, plans for the South Shreveport Substation, to be situated near St. Vincent Avenue and 70th Street, are also in progress.

Strategic Planning and Community Benefits

The Shreveport Police Department’s new headquarters is projected to cost approximately $28.5 million and is set to be completed by December 31, 2027, currently in the design phase. Alongside this development, an upgrade and maintenance project for the city jail, estimated to cost $2 million, is slated for conclusion by the end of the current year. The funding for both the new police headquarters and two of the substations crucially involves the 2021 General Obligation Bond, while the Southeast Substation will utilize funding from the planned 2024 General Obligation Bond.

The initiative is expected to significantly benefit local communities, as police Cpl. Chris Bordelon indicated that the new substations will help in reducing response times, enhancing police visibility, and providing an economic boost to the neighborhoods they serve. Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith emphasized a commitment to community-focused policing through these new facilities.

Details on Substation Locations

The Southeast Substation will be built at Cedar Grove Park, preserving existing playground equipment and potentially relocating a nearby ball field in order to accommodate the facility. The planning of the Southeast Substation has been underway for over a year, reflecting careful site selection to best serve community needs.

In addition to these substantial developments, the city is also planning a grand opening tour for the recently completed West Shreveport police substation. This event aims to present the new facility as a modern resource for the community. Notably, the newly constructed police substations will include dedicated ‘Safety Exchange Zones’ designed for secure online transaction exchanges and custody exchanges, further enhancing the safety measures available to citizens in Shreveport.

As these projects continue to progress, the Shreveport City Council’s commitment to public safety and improving local policing capabilities remains a top priority, demonstrating an investment toward the future well-being of the community.

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