2026-04-23 CPC Public Safety Committee

The Caddo Parish Commission's Public Safety Committee convened on April 23, 2026, to discuss various public safety topics including animal services, disaster preparedness, and law enforcement equipment needs. Key procurement-related discussions included the allocation of $40,000 for a game changer pro trap to control feral hogs, of which only $10,000 was utilized. The committee also reviewed updates to the disaster preparedness informational booklet, focusing on cost-saving measures such as digital distribution via QR codes. Additionally, Commissioner Crackman introduced a request from the Blanchard Police Department for approximately $152,000 to purchase two police interceptors and an ATV to support law enforcement operations in annexed wooded areas. This request was tabled for further consideration at a future committee meeting. The committee also discussed training opportunities for constables and justices of the peace to adjudicate litter and blight violations, with potential support from the Lieutenant Governor's Make Louisiana Beautiful program. No formal votes were recorded during this meeting, but several action items were identified for follow-up, including updating informational materials and evaluating the Blanchard Police Department's equipment request.