The Shreveport Police Department Downtown Unit Mounted & Bicycle Support Group recently submitted grant applications on behalf of the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) Special Response Team (SRT) Drone Unit, to assist them in seeking additional funding to acquire essential equipment that will enhance the team’s capabilities and further improve public safety in the Shreveport community. […]
It’s been 21 years since our downtown wayfinding signage was installed. In that time, Downtown Shreveport has seen plenty of exciting changes—new businesses, attractions, and developments. However, one thing has become clear: the signs are not. They have faded and are no longer as colorful or easy to read as they once were. The DDA […]
Recent events have brought a fresh wave of attention to the downtown area, drawing more visitors and highlighting Shreveport. With this increased visibility, it’s more important than ever to make your storefront as inviting as possible. Your storefront serves as the face of your business, and a welcoming, eye-catching exterior can be the key to […]
We want to hear from our downtown businesses and property owners about the impact of the recent festival events, your suggestions, and any general feedback you may have. Survey Link: https://tinyurl.com/mrxcx3dm Thank you for taking the time to complete this quick survey. Your input is invaluable in helping the DDA better support our businesses and […]
On August 14th, Sci-port made an announcement that they will be closing… but not for long! According to their post, Sci-Port will be temporarily closed from September 2 through September 17 for some exciting upgrades and will reopen on September 18. We are excited and cannot wait to see what Sci-port has in store for […]
We offer competitive [inexpensive] Permit Parking in some slower parts of Downtown When we launched the Park Mobile App on May 1, 2017, we were trying to figure out the best way to address our outdated parking meters. The Park Mobile App allowed us to provide several new, user-friendly options for the citizens of Shreveport. […]
You have been waiting and it is finally here. Geek’d Con is back! Geek’d Con is a fan favorite event according to their website, “For local geeks. By local geeks.” Thanks to the incredible support of the Shreveport-Bossier community, Geek’d Con has grown into the biggest pop culture event in the Ark-La-Tex and one of […]
If you’ve recently walked by Artspace, you might have noticed the new planters brightening up the area. The old tree grates, which had become an eyesore and potential hazard after the trees were removed, have been replaced with planters full of colorful plants. This improvement, spearheaded by the Downtown Development Authority, addresses safety concerns and […]
Mayor Tom Arceneaux, Chief Wayne Smith, and the Shreveport Police Department celebrated the opening of the new SPD facility at 430 Travis Street this week. Thanks to the community partners at SWEPCO, this new addition is set to increase SPD’s presence in our downtown area. We heard from several community leaders and stakeholders. Mayor Arceneaux […]
Donna Fricker, preservation expert and former staff member of the Louisiana Office of Historic Preservation, once said that Shreveport’s historic stock was only second to New Orleans. Over the years, though, Downtown Shreveport has lost numerous properties but now has some safeguards in place to protect its inventory. The 180-day demolition delay, approved by City […]
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