A recent report from Shreveport’s Small Business Task Force, working alongside the nonprofit Cities Work, sheds light on the obstacles faced by local entrepreneurs. While startup fees in Shreveport are relatively low, the report highlights an array of regulatory hurdles, outdated processes, and prolonged wait times that make it challenging for small businesses to launch […]
The State Bond Commission took a major step yesterday towards revitalizing downtown Shreveport, approving $75 million in lease revenue bonds for the development of the new Northwest Louisiana State Office Building. This approval, which is part of a projected $100 million investment, helps pave the way for the renovation of the former federal building located […]
As many of you have seen, the DDA Board has voted to offer Cedric Glover the position of Executive Director. We are excited to welcome Cedric and look forward to his leadership. Currently, the DDA is in contract negotiations, and we have received several media inquiries. We ask that all questions, media requests, or other […]
The Shreveport-Caddo Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) is kicking off an exciting process to update the Great Expectations: Shreveport-Caddo 2030 Master Plan. This initiative, known as One Shreveport, is all about creating a shared community vision for the city’s future. One Shreveport will serve as a guide for the city’s growth and development, covering areas like […]
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 […]
Einstein would likely approve this proposed ordinance. For years absentee or disengaged property owners in downtown Shreveport have been allowed to let their properties sit vacant, becoming home to vagrants, becoming a stain on the fabric of downtown, and a drain on the value of adjoining properties. Mayor Tom Arceneaux, with the assistance of the […]
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