June 22, 2026 Administrative Conference Meeting

The City of Shreveport Administrative Conference Meeting held on June 22, 2026, included detailed discussions on legislative session outcomes, capital improvement projects, and public safety reports. Key procurement-related topics included the allocation of state bond funds totaling several million dollars for infrastructure projects such as the Shreveport Healthcare Corridor, Greenwood Road extension, Bayou Pierre drainage, and North Shreveport Industrial Park improvements. The council also reviewed contract renewals and new agreements, including a three-year parking system management contract valued at over $400,000 annually, an intergovernmental agreement with the Department of Transportation for fairgrounds fencing, and an oil and gas lease assignment to Cypress Energy Partners. Additionally, the council discussed the rejection of bids for tennis complex and fencing projects due to budget overruns, with plans to rebid. Updates on bond-funded neighborhood street projects and water/sewer lift station improvements were provided, with construction expected to begin in the fall. The meeting also addressed flood mitigation efforts, drainage maintenance responsibilities, and public safety crime statistics. Several ordinances and resolutions were introduced or adopted, including a hazard mitigation plan required for FEMA funding and agreements for ambulance purchases and facility management. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing capital projects, managing contracts, and addressing community safety and infrastructure needs.