News Summary
The Shreveport City Council has approved plans for a new police substation at Cedar Grove Park to enhance community safety and police presence. The substation is designed to boost law enforcement capabilities, with officers expected to occupy the facility by mid-2026. In the interim, plans are in place for temporary housing for Area 4 officers at a local church, as the council addresses logistical concerns. This initiative reflects the city’s commitment to improving response times and safety for residents.
Shreveport – On January 28, 2025, the Shreveport City Council convened at Government Plaza and approved plans for a new police substation at Cedar Grove Park. This decision aims to enhance police presence and community safety in the area, which has been a point of focus for local law enforcement.
During the meeting, Police Chief Wayne Smith guided a tour for dignitaries, shedding light on the need for improved police facilities. The design for the Cedar Grove Park substation is expected to be consistent with other substations in Shreveport, which will allow for a quicker design and construction timeline. The substation is anticipated to be ready by mid-2026, with officers expected to move in as early as June 2025.
In the interim, temporary housing solutions for Area 4 officers were addressed. The council approved a lease for a location at King’s Temple United Pentecostal Church on Kingston Road. This lease, estimated at $9,100 per month for three years, is meant to provide essential accommodations until the Cedar Grove substation becomes operational. This temporary site will also house Area 2 officers until their designated substation is finalized.
Several council members voiced concerns about the Kingston Road site’s distance from Area 2, highlighting the urgency to find a more accessible location. In response to these concerns, Chief Administrative Officer Tom Dark mentioned that the administration is actively pursuing an alternative site for the Area 2 officers to ensure better service and accessibility for the community.
Councilman Grayson Boucher, who proposed the Cedar Grove Park site, emphasized the necessity of the new substation to facilitate patrol officers’ administrative work, such as roll calls and the organization of community policing efforts. Chief Wayne Smith reiterated that the function of substations is primarily administrative, allowing for improved efficiency in daily operations.
To complement these developments, Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux announced the future construction of another southeast substation at the intersection of West 70th Street and St. Vincent Avenue on May 1, 2025. The city is committed to retaining existing playground facilities in Cedar Grove Park while relocating ball fields to make room for the new substation, ensuring the community’s recreational amenities remain intact.
Preliminary designs for the Cedar Grove Park substation will mimic those proposed for additional locations throughout Shreveport, serving to accelerate the construction planning process. The aim is to have the southeast substation operational by the summer of 2026, further enhancing law enforcement capabilities in the area.
With these initiatives, the Shreveport City Council strives to improve community safety and police response times, addressing the pressing needs of residents while ensuring that the local law enforcement agency is well-equipped to handle its responsibilities.
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