Bossier City City Council Regular Meeting - July 7, 2026

The Bossier City Council held a regular meeting on July 7, 2026, where a significant portion of the discussion focused on a zoning amendment request to reclassify a property at 2290 Benton Road from residential low density (RLD) to business commercial (B1) for a proposed chiropractic office. The council heard extensive public comments both in support of and opposition to the rezoning, with concerns raised about traffic safety, increased accidents at the nearby Benton Road and Douglas Drive intersection, and potential impacts on neighborhood property values. The council reviewed traffic accident data showing a sharp increase in crashes since the opening of a nearby carriageway. The council also discussed conditions related to parking, access points, and future zoning restrictions. A motion to adopt the ordinance was made and seconded, with additional discussion about enforcement of parking restrictions and the implications of the new Unified Development Code (UDC). Other agenda items included approval of budget amendments and appointment procedures for standing committees. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were reported during this meeting.