CADDO PARISH COMMISSION SELECTS 2023 OFFICERS The Caddo Parish Commission selected its 2023 leadership at its first regular session meeting of the year on January 5. Commissioner Roy Burrell, District 5 was selected as Commission President. Commissioner John-Paul Young, District 4 was elected Vice-President, and Commissioner Stormy Gage-Watts, District 7 was selected as Parliamentarian. “I am honored to be selected …
PARISH OF CADDO HOLIDAY CLOSURES Caddo Parish, LA – In observance of the holiday season the Parish of Caddo is observing the following office closures: Friday, December 23 – Monday, December 27 – CLOSED Friday, December 30 – Monday, January 2 – CLOSED The Caddo Parish Commission work session originally scheduled for Monday, January 2 has been moved to Tuesday, …
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Education Coordinator Stacy Gray is the recipient of the National Association for Interpretation’s Master Front-Line Interpreter Award. The National Association for Interpretation (NAI) is the national professional certification organization that provides standards and professional training for parks and recreation staff that offer programs at nature centers, zoos aquariums and historical sites. Stacy is the first …
In preparations for the upcoming cold weather in the area, the following Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation park restrooms will be closed to the public Thursday, December 22nd – Monday, December 26th. Portable restrooms will be on-site at all mentioned park locations: Earl G. Williamson Park (11425 Hwy. 1.-Oil City, LA) Eddie D. Jones Park (8400 Mike Clark Road-Keithville, LA) Keithville Community …
The Caddo Parish Commission will hold a Special Meeting to appoint an interim commissioner for Commission District 8 to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Jim Taliaferro, who will resign December 30th after being elected to the Shreveport City Council. The meeting will be held January 12th at 4:30pm in the Chamber on the 1st Floor of Government Plaza …
Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo will host a state highway dedication event for former Caddo Commissioner and longtime community leader Carl A. Pierson, Sr. The event will take place Sunday, November 20 at 1:30pm, at the intersection of Highway 173 (Ford Street) and Earnest B. Miller streets. Pierson began his career in public service as a teacher …
The Caddo Parish Commission is hosting an additional round of public meetings aimed at educating citizens on the redistricting process in Caddo Parish. To establish a fair and impartial process, the Parish Commission contracted with Data Center, LLC to review and develop a model redistricting map for public input and Parish Commission consideration and approval. Throughout the development …
CADDO PARISH TO HOST EXPUNGEMENT SUMMIT AND RESOURCE FAIR OCTOBER 14 Caddo Parish, in partnership with the Caddo Clerk of Court and other community organizations, is hosting a summit to educate residents on how to get misdemeanor records expunged from the public record. The Caddo Parish Expungement Summit and Resource Fair will be held on Friday, October 14 from …
PARISH OF CADDO TO HOLD RIBBON CUTTING AND REDEDICATION CEREMONY FOR VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE Caddo Parish, LA – Veterans in northwest Louisiana can now receive assistance with their veterans benefits and services in a newly rebuilt facility, thanks to the Parish of Caddo. A ribbon cutting and rededication ceremony for the new facility will take place on Friday, October 14 …
KEITHVILLE PARK TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR UPGRADES Caddo Parish, LA – Keithville Community Park (12201 Mansfield Rd, Keithville, LA 71047) will be temporarily closed October 10th – October 16th while the Parish completes improvements to the park. “This temporary closure is a continuation of renovations and upgrades across our Parish park system,” said Caddo Parks and Recreation Director Patrick Wesley. “These improvements …
PARISH OF CADDO AND SHREVEPORT SYMPHONY PARTNER TO HOST FREE WEEKEND OF COMMUNITY CONCERTS Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation is partnering with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra to host a weekend of concerts October 1 and 2. All of the concerts are free and open to the public. The “Tiny Tot” concerts will feature the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, performing themed music. …
CADDO ANIMAL SERVICES TO PROVIDE FREE RABIES SHOTS AND MICROCHIPS The Caddo Parish Department of Animal Services and Mosquito Control is offering free rabies shots and free microchipping to pets with owners that reside in the Parish in an effort to protect the area’s pet population. The shots are free, but first come, first serve. Animal Services will be holding …
CADDO PARISH REMINDS MOTORISTS TO TRAVEL SAFELY DURING LABOR DAY HOLIDAY The Parish of Caddo reminds motorists to travel safely and exercise safe driving practices while traveling during the Memorial Day holiday period (Friday, September 2 – Monday, September 5). All oversize and overweight vehicle movement on all Parish highways will be permitted through this time, and the Commercial Vehicle …
PARISH OF CADDO TITLE SPONSOR OF 2022 SHREVEPORT CLASSIC Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo is pleased to announce it is the title sponsor of the 2022 Shreveport Classic. Formerly known as the Red River Classic, the matchup began in 1911, and is returning after a hiatus since 2016. “We are excited to welcome the Shreveport …
CADDO PARISH WHEELCHAIR RAMP ASSISTANCE PROGRAM NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Caddo Parish, LA – The application period for the Caddo Parish Wheelchair Ramp Assistance Program officially opened August 5. The program was introduced and approved by the Caddo Parish Commission in 2022, and is funded through generated revenue from a partnership with the Capital Area Finance Authority’s first-time homebuyers’ …
CADDO COMMISSION TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETINGS ON REDISTRICTING PROCESS The Caddo Parish Commission is hosting a series of public meetings aimed at educating citizens on the redistricting process in Caddo Parish. Every 10 years after the release of the U.S. Census, cities, parishes, school boards, and states redraw the lines for election districts to keep population equal on …
CADDO PARISH DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE AND UNITED STATES ATTORNEY’S OFFICE TO HOST FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE-YOUTH EMPOWERMENT EVENTS The Caddo Parish District Attorney’s Office and the United States Attorney’s Office will host “Friday Night Live,” youth empowerment events for area Caddo Parish elementary/middle, high school students and parents. These fun-filled, crime prevention events will be held on Friday, July 22nd …
“TAKING IT TO THE STREETS” TO PROVIDE MOBILE FITNESS AND CRIME PREVENTION FOR CADDO PARISH YOUTH Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department and the Caddo Parish Commission are “Taking it to the Streets” with a mobile pop up and play and crime prevention program designed to promote physical fitness and reduce crime within Caddo Parish …
PARISHWIDE SPAY/NEUTER ORDINANCE GOES INTO EFFECT JULY 1 Caddo Parish, LA – Parish wide spay/neuter legislation passed by the Caddo Parish Commission, designed to reduce the number of intakes and euthanasia of animals in Caddo Parish, goes into effect July 1. The ordinance, which was adopted by the Commission in 2021, requires most dogs and cats within Caddo Parish …
Caddo Parks, USA Boxing and Local Partners Join Forces to Host Louisiana Master’s Boxing Invitational SHREVEPORT, LA: June 27, 2022- Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with USA Boxing, Title Boxing Club Shreveport, and Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport will host the Louisiana Master’s Boxing Invitational, July 9th – 10th at RiverView Hall, located at 600 Clyde Fant Parkway (Shreveport, LA). …
A host of governmental, non-profit and local organizations are partnering to hold the first JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION WEEKEND, June 17, 18, 19, in downtown Shreveport. Read more about the schedule of events here!
JUNE IS NATIONAL MOSQUITO AWARENESS MONTH Caddo Parish, LA – June and the summer months bring the yearly onslaught of mosquitoes and their bites to Caddo Parish. As June is National Mosquito Month, Caddo Parish Animal Services and Mosquito Control (ASMC) has tips to help you avoid the bites from these annoying pests. Standing water, bare skin and dark clothing …
PARISH OF CADDO REMINDS MOTORISTS TO TRAVEL SAFELY DURING MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY The Parish of Caddo reminds motorists to travel safely and exercise safe driving practices while traveling during the Memorial Day holiday period (Friday, May 27 – Monday, May 30). All oversize and overweight vehicle movement on all Parish highways will be permitted through this time, and the …
CADDO PARISH EARNS NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FOR EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE, NATURE AND YOUTH CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo has been recognized with three National Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards honor innovative, effective county and parish government programs that strengthen services for residents. “All across the country, counties are …
BUNCOMBE ROAD BRIDGE TO BE CLOSED FOR REPLACEMENT Beginning May 16, 2022, the bridge located on Buncombe Road in West Caddo Parish will be closed to allow the Caddo Parish Public Works Department to replace the structure. The Department will be replacing the bridge and conducting associated road improvements to ensure future decades of durability, safety and access …
Caddo Parish to Host MLB Pitch, Hit & Run and Jr. Home Run Derby Competitions Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Captain Shreve High School, will host Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run and Jr. Home Run Derby local competitions at Captain Shreve High School on June 8th at 6:00p.m. The event is …
CADDO PARKS AND RECREATION PARTNERS WITH LOCAL NFL STARS TO OFFER FREE SUMMER CAMPS Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation is partnering with local members of the NFL to offer free training camps for Caddo Parish youth this summer. NFL safety, Brandon Wilson of the Cincinnati Bengals, in conjunction with Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation …
KEEN INDEPENDENT STUDY PUBLIC TOWN HALL Come provide input on the 2022 Caddo Disparity Study Town Hall on Friday, May 6 11:00 am to 1:00 pm CDT The Skybox at Independence Stadium 3301 Pershing, Shreveport, LA 71119 The Town Hall will include a presentation and public comment period Refreshments will be served About the Disparity Study Caddo Parish, …
MOSQUITO SPRAYING BEGINS IN CADDO PARISH; STATE OF THE ART DRONE TECHNOLOGY TO BE EMPLOYED Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Animal Services and Mosquito Control (ASMC) has officially started mosquito spraying season in Caddo Parish. ASMC continues to maintain public health and safety in the Parish as a critical priority. ASMC works to combat the mosquito population for …
PUBLIC INPUT NEEDED FOR COMPREHENSIVE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation and Shreveport Parks and Recreation (SPAR) will host a series of public input meetings for the development of a comprehensive parks and recreation master plan. The master plan will provide a vision and framework for ensuring quality of life …
CADDO PARKS AND RECREATION AND CADDO COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY TEAM UP FOR COMMUNITY WELLNESS ACTIVITIES Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation and Caddo Community Action Agency Head Start have joined forces to improve overall health, fitness and motor skills development for all enrolled Caddo Head Start children ages 3-5. Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation staff, …
PARISH OF CADDO JOINS FORCES WITH LOCAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES TO OFFER SPRING AND SUMMER YOUTH CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with Caddo Parish Juvenile Services, the Caddo Parish District Attorney’s Office, Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office and Project Celebration Inc. are joining forces to host free …
ACCESS PARISH OF CADDO/CADDO COMMISSION CONTENT ON COMCAST CHANNEL 6 The Parish of Caddo is pleased to partner with the City of Shreveport to expand citizen access to Parish of Caddo/Caddo Parish Commission content. Citizens with Comcast cable service can tune into Channel 6 (Love Shreveport TV) Public Access Channel to see the live stream of Caddo Parish Commission meetings …
Registration Now Open for Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Tee-Ball League Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Tee-Ball League registration is now open for girls and boys ages 4-6. Player entry fee is $10 per child and registration is required. Registration deadline is May 10th. “This developmental league will provide a memorable Tee Ball experience that is …
CADDO PARKS AND RECREATION TO HOST JR. NBA SKILLS AND DRILLS CHALLENGE IN HONOR OF DEVIN MYERS APRIL 23 Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation are 99.7 FM-KMJJ are partnering to host a “Jr. NBA Skills Challenge” for girls and boys ages 7 – 13 on Saturday, April 23rd from 9 – 11a.m at the Louisiana State Fair …
PARISH OF CADDO RECEIVES ADDITIONAL REVENUE THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH CAPITAL AREA FINANCE AUTHORITY Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo received additional revenue as a result of a program partnership with the Capital Area Finance Authority (CAFA). CAFA presented a check representing $130,000 in program revenue at the Caddo Parish Commission’s regular session meeting on Thursday, April 7. …
STANDARD OIL ROAD BRIDGE NOW OPEN FOR TRAVEL The Standard Oil Rd bridge located on Standard Oil Road near Highway 1 in North Caddo is now open for travel after closure due to maintenance and repair.
CADDO PARISH CELEBRATES NATIONAL COUNTY/PARISH GOVERNMENT MONTH Caddo Parish, LA — The Parish of Caddo will celebrate National County/Parish Government Month (NCGM) during the month of April to showcase how Caddo Parish achieves healthy, safe and vibrant communities. The theme for this year’s celebration of NCGM is “Counties THRIVE,” demonstrating how counties and parishes help to improve people’s lives every …
ROAD CLOSURE ALERT: Keithville-Kingston Rd at Cypress Bayou is closed due to high water. Motorists are urged to avoid this area.
CADDO COMMISSION ALLOCATES FUNDING FOR RELOCATION BENEFITS Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission has allocated funding to assist Parish citizens with the burdens of relocation. The Relocation Benefits Program, administered by the Providence House, is designed to assist with relocation and associated moving costs, to include moving fees as well as utility, storage and rental deposits. …
CADDO PARKS AND LANDERS TO HOST “NIGHT IN THE COUNTRY” CONCERT IN THE PARK SERIES Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, Landers and Kiss Country 93.7 are partnering to host the “Kiss Country – Night in the Country” outdoor concert series, featuring some of the top country music artists in the area in a fun-filled, family atmosphere. The event begins …
PARISH OF CADDO CONTINUES LEADERSHIP ROLES WITH STATEWIDE POLICE JURY ASSOCIATION The Parish of Caddo continues to have strong representation in leadership with the Police Jury Association of Louisiana. Commissioner Stormy Gage-Watts was recently elected as the 2022 President of the Louisiana Police Jury Black Caucus Association. She previously served as President for 2019-2020. She replaces outgoing President Lyndon B. …
APPLICATIONS FOR CADDO PARISH DOORBELL CAMERA PROGRAM CLOSED DUE TO DEMAND Caddo Parish, LA – Due to an overwhelming response, the application process for the Caddo Parish Doorbell Program has been suspended at this time. Applicants that have successfully qualified for the program will be notified in writing. ###
APPLICATION PERIOD FOR DOORBELL CAMERA PROGRAM TO OPEN MARCH 14 FOR CADDO PARISH CITIZENS The Caddo Parish Doorbell Camera Program will begin accepting applications on Monday, March 14. The program, designed to help combat crime in Caddo Parish, provides citizens who qualify with one doorbell camera and installation per household, as well as a one-year monitoring subscription. The …
PARISH OF CADDO PARTNERS WITH SHREVEPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA FOR FREE COMMUNITY CONCERTS Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation is partnering to host a series of free concerts across Caddo Parish March 12-13. The “Tiny Tot” concerts will feature the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, who will perform themed music. Children and families are encouraged to engage, clap their hands, stomp …
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department Seeks National Accreditation Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that the Department has been approved to seek national accreditation with the National Recreation and Parks Association’s (NRPA) Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). CAPRA provides quality assurance and quality improvement of accredited park and recreation agencies …
P.B.S. PINCHBACK PARK TO CLOSE FOR IMPROVEMENTS MARCH 1 Caddo Parish, LA – Beginning Tuesday, March 1, P.B.S. Pinchback Park, located at 7903 Jefferson Paige Rd, Shreveport, LA 71119, will be closed for the first phase in a series of upgrades and park improvements. “We are excited about the continuation of renovations and upgrades across our Parish park …
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Requesting Public Input for ADA Transition Plan Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation is undertaking a survey of accessibility needs for people with disabilities to collect vital feedback that will shape transition to greater accessibility for all and to make programs, services, facilities, and public right-of-way more accessible to persons with disabilities. The development …
CADDO ANIMAL SERVICES CLOSED FEBRUARY 8 DUE TO WATER ISSUE Caddo Parish Animal Services & Mosquito Control will be closed today (February 8th) due to water issues at the facility. Citizens that need to report animal emergencies (injuries and bites) may call (318)-226-6624.
As winter weather conditions move into our area, we want to remind citizens to exercise safe travel across Caddo Parish: – Look out for parish work vehicles applying sand to area bridges and overpasses. – Exercise caution when traveling on roadways during hazardous weather conditions and stay off the roads whenever possible. – If you have to drive, do it …
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation 2021 Annual Report Now Available The Caddo Parks 2021 Annual Report is now available for viewing. This report provides an overview of Caddo Parks’ significant accomplishments over the past year, including capital projects, recreational/athletic programs, nature education program participation and 2022 department goals. “Parks and Recreation continues to be an essential service to the …
CADDO PARKS AND RECREATION TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL GIRLS & WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY; PARTNERING WITH WBNA FOR “HER TIME TO PLAY” VIRTUAL EVENT Caddo Parks and Recreation will celebrate the 36th annual National Girls & Women in Sports Day through a virtual partnership with the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) on Wednesday, February 2, 2022. National Girls and Women …
CADDO PARISH COURTHOUSE TO REOPEN TO PUBLIC JANUARY 26 The Caddo Parish Courthouse will reopen to the public on Wednesday, January 26. Repairs have been made to correct the damage to the Courthouse’s electrical system that occurred on Sunday during maintenance work to the facility. While the Courthouse will resume normal hours of operation beginning Wednesday, citizens …
PARISH TO CLOSE STANDARD OIL ROAD BRIDGE FOR REPLACEMENT Beginning January 31, 2022, the bridge located on Standard Oil Road near Highway 1 in North Caddo will be closed to allow the Caddo Parish Department of Public Works to replace the structure. The Public Works Department will be replacing the bridge and conducting associated road improvements to expand …
CADDO PARISH COURTHOUSE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Beginning Monday, January 24, the Caddo Parish Courthouse (501 Texas Street) will be closed until further notice to repair damage to the facility’s main power distribution system, which has caused an electrical outage. During this time, all offices located in the Courthouse will be closed. Workers are assessing damage to the …
It was a chilly yet exciting morning in Caddo Parish as members of the Caddo Commission joined Governor John Bel Edwards, North Louisiana Economic Partnership, City of Shreveport Government, American Electric Power – AEP and others to announce the new AEP Transmission Operation Center and Resilient Technology Park in Caddo Parish. AEP’s 100 million dollar investment is slated to bring dozens …
Beginning January 18, US households may sign up to receive up to 4 free COVID testing kits by mail. To request kits, visit https://www.covidtests.gov. The tests are free and orders will begin to ship in 7-12 days. If you need a COVID-19 test now, are looking for another type of COVID-19 test, or need more than 4 tests, visit https://www.covidtests.gov/#resources. …
EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM NEARS COMPLETION; DEADLINE TO APPLY JANUARY 19 Caddo Parish, LA – After serving over 14,000 families in Caddo Parish and issuing over $32,476,736 in assistance, the Parish’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) will stop accepting applications due to the completion of expenditure of funds. The deadline to submit all applications for funding consideration is Wednesday, January 19. …
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION SELECTS 2022 OFFICERS The Caddo Parish Commission has selected its officers for 2022. Commissioner John Atkins, District 9 was selected as Commission President. Roy Burrell, District 5 was elected Vice-President, and John-Paul Young, District 4 was selected as the Commission’s Parliamentarian. “I am honored to be selected by my fellow Commissioners to lead our body for 2022,” …
Beginnings: Gateway to the West Located in the northwest corner of Louisiana, Caddo Parish has a unique history reflecting its beginnings as “The Gateway to the West”. Click on our seal shown to the right to learn about meaning behind it’s design. Today, the Parish of Caddo covers 852 square miles with its borders being, Texas to the west, Arkansas …
What: ”BY THE CADDO PARISH COMMISSION: A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CADDO PARISH ADMINISTRATOR TO REQUEST AND AUTHORIZE THE LOUISIANA STATE MINERAL AND ENERGY BOARD AND THE OFFICE OF MINERAL RESOURCES TO ACCEPT NOMINATIONS AND ADVERTISE FOR OIL, GAS AND MINERAL LEASES, ACCEPT BIDS, AND AWARD AND EXECUTE OIL, GAS AND MINERAL LEASES ON CERTAIN MINERAL INTERESTS OWNED BY THE …
SPECIAL NOTICE – 11/23/2020 Mira-Myrtis Road over Black Bayou Lake Per recommendations of repairs for piles, the current weight limit on Mira-Myrtis Road (Str. # 932559935881), has temporarily changed to a posted load of 10 – 15 tons. Latitude: 32.93167 Longitude: -93.98 View all Public Works Special Notices Here
Woodrow (Woody) Wilson, Jr. is a retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant with 25 years of service. Woody served at Barksdale Air Force Base where he was assigned as the Chief of Heavy Repair for the 2nd Civil Engineering Squadron. Woody manages the day-to-day operations of the Parish Government overseeing eight departments and 400 parish employees. Educational Background Woody’s educational …