Caddo Parish Commission Regular Session
2026-02-19 15:30 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | LA
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
GOVERNMENT PLAZA CHAMBERS
505 TRAVIS STREET, SHREVEPORT, LA 71101
PUBLIC NOTICE
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
Streaming at
https://www.youtube.com/@parishofcaddois
February 19, 2026
3:30 P.M.

ROLL CALL:

Commissioners:

District 1
Kracman
District 7
Gage-Watts

District 2
Young, G.
District 8
Blake

District 3
Thomas
District 9
Atkins

District 4
Young, J.P.
District 10
Cothran

District 5
Burrell
District 11
Lazarus

District 6
Jones
District 12
Epperson

INVOCATION:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

CITIZENS COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue other than zoning, please fill out a comment card located in the chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes.

NOTE: Citizens who wish to address the Commission on matters relative to public hearings (items listed on the agenda only) will be limited to a cumulative total of 15 minutes each, for or against an issue. Those who wish to speak or make a presentation are asked to select their speakers and address the points they wish considered with this limitation in mind.

VISITORS (Special Presentations up to 15 minutes at President’s discretion):

ADOPT REGULAR SESSION MINUTES:

Adopt Regular Session Minutes February 5, 2026

SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS:

Special Resolution of Recognition Acknowledging the Historic contributions of the Shreveport Sun
(Epperson, Gage-Watts, Thomas, Burrell)
Special Resolution recognizing the Contributions of the 318 Forum.
(Thomas, Burrell, Gage-Watts)
Special Resolution Recognizing Darryl Roberson
(Jones)
Special Resolution Recognizing 3rd Consecutive 8U State Championship for Caddo’s Bombers Team
(Jones, Gage-Watts, Burrell)
Special Resolution of Recognition for Bershan Shaw.
(Gage-Watts)
Special Resolution of Remembrance for the Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
(Jones, Burrell, Gage-Watts, Thomas)

COMMUNIQUES AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Administration response to information requests from Commissioners

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING ORDINANCES & CASES: None

PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCES: None

ZONING ORDINANCES (For Final Passage): None

ORDINANCES (For Final Passage): None

ZONING ORDINANCES (For Introduction By Title): None

ORDINANCES (For Introduction By Title):

Introduce Ordinance No. 6608 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING AMENDMENTS TO THE CADDO PARISH FEE SCHEDULE, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. Exhibit 1
(Administration)

WORK SESSION MINUTES:

Adopt Minutes from the February 17, 2026 Work Session

RESOLUTIONS:

Resolution 12 of 2026
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING AND REQUESTING A U.S. POSTAGE STAMP BE NAMED IN HONOR OF THE LATE COLONEL STEVEN DEPYSSLER, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Epperson, Gage-Watts, Atkins, Thomas)

Resolution 13 of 2026
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE HOLDING OF AN ELECTION IN CADDO PARISH FIRE DISTRICT NO. 1, STATE OF LOUISIANA, ON SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, TO AUTHORIZE THE RENEWAL OF A SPECIAL TAX THEREIN.
(Fire District 1)

Resolution 14 of 2026
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE HOLDING OF AN ELECTION IN CADDO PARISH FIRE DISTRICT NUMBER FOUR, STATE OF LOUISIANA, ON SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, TO AUTHORIZE THE RENEWAL OF A SERVICE CHARGE AND THE CONTINUATION OF A SPECIAL TAX THEREIN.
(Fire District 4)

Resolution 15 of 2026
A RESOLUTION URGING THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE TO ENACT STIFFER PENALTIES SURROUNDING THE PROVISION AND POSSESSION OF E-CIGARETTES AND VAPING PRODUCTS, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO. (Jones, Gage-Watts, Thomas)

OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS:

COMMUNIQUES AND REPORTS:

CITIZEN COMMENTS (Late Arrivals)

Citizens who wish to address the Commission please fill out a comment card located in the chamber foyer, and return to the Chairman or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes.

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

National Association of County Officials Legislative Conference
2026-02-21 08:00 - 2026-02-24 17:00 | LA

Appropriations Committee Meeting
2026-02-25 11:30 - 12:30 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
APPROPRIATIONS PLAN COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
February 25, 2026
11:30am

APPROPRIATIONS PLAN COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Victor Thomas (Chair)
John-Paul Young
Roy Burrell
John E. Atkins
Greg Young, President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes
6. NEW BUSINESS:
Introductory Discussion of the Committee’s role to include sharing of goals for the year, format of discussions, possible distribution of information to be considered for future discussions.
Caddo Commission Bylaws define the Appropriations Committee in this way: Appropriations Committee: To this committee shall be referred legislation relating to the following subjects: appropriation of parish funds from the Riverboat Fund; the creation or modification of any special fund in the parish treasury to which proceeds from parish taxes, fees, or other charges are dedicated; budgetary requirements and procedures; comprehensive parish capital budget.

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Economic Development Committee
2026-02-25 12:30 - 14:00 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
February 25 2025
12:30 pm

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Stormy Gage-Watts (Chair)
John-Paul Young
Roy Burrell
Grace Anne Blake
Gregory Young —President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS: Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes
NEW BUSINESS:

Discussion of Annual Goals: Caddo Commission Bylaws define Economic Development Committee as: “To this committee shall be referred all legislation relating to the following subjects: appropriation of funds from the parish’s video poker proceeds; Caddo Parish industrial inducement; economic development districts and special industrial taxing districts, industrial parks and enhancement avenues for new and existing businesses within the Parish of Caddo. This committee also features a sub-committee on entertainment.”
Update and Discussion on the Film and Entertainment recommendations to include a presentation from Talent Show Consultants
Visit from the Louisiana Rougaroux Football Team

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Caddo Parish Youth Alliance Meeting
2026-02-25 16:45 - 17:45 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States

Public Safety Committee Meeting
2026-03-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC SAFETY FUNDING COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
March 2, 2025
3:00 pm

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Ron Cothran (Chair)
Chris Kracman
Grace Anne Blake
Ken Epperson
Greg Young, President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS:

Identification of Priorities, partners and parties necessary to advance discussions in assigned subject areas of Public Safety to include requests for additional information. Exhibit 1
Discussion of Domestic Violence Registry Resolution including potential recommendations. Exhibit 1

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Caddo Parish Commission Work Session
2026-03-02 15:30 - 16:30 | LA
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
WORK SESSION AGENDA
Streaming at
https://www.youtube.com/@parishofcaddois
March 2, 2026
3:30 PM

ROLL CALL:

Commissioners:

District 1 Kracman District 7 Gage-Watts
District 2 G. Young District 8 Blake
District 3 Thomas District 9 Atkins
District 4 J. Young District 10 Cothran
District 5 Burrell District 11 Lazarus
District 6 Jones District 12 Epperson

INVOCATION:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Veterans and active-duty service members are invited to render a salute during the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. All others are asked to place their right hand over their heart. As we recite the Pledge, let us remember our POWs and MIAs.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:
POTENTIAL AGENDA ADDITION: Advance a Special Resolution for Mr. Green Whitaker’s 100th Birthday to the Regular Session on March 19th. (Jones)
CITIZENS COMMENTS:
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

VISITORS:

REPORTS:

Administration Report

COMMISSION REMARKS:
Communiques, reports, and other items related to the Work Session agenda.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

OLD BUSINESS:

NEW BUSINESS:

Advance Resolution 16 of 2026
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE HOLDING OF AN ELECTION IN NORTH CADDO HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT ON SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, TO AUTHORIZE THE CONTINUATION OF A LEVY AND COLLECTION OF A 5.0 MILL PROPERTY TAX THEREIN Exhibit 1
(District 1)

Advance Resolution 17 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR HOUSE BILL 219 of 2026 LOUISIANA REGULAR SESSION REGARDING POST-CONVICTION RELIEF FOR THOSE CONVICTED BY NON-UNANIMOUS JURY VERDICTS, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Burrell)
Advance a Special Resolution or Remembrance for Margaret Shehee
(Cothran, Atkins, Thomas)

Advance a Special Resolution in Recognition of Women’s Month
(Gage-Watts)
Advance a Special Resolution Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Order of Eastern Star- Ruth Chapter 57.
(Thomas)
Advance the Adoption of the Regular Session Minutes from February 19, 2026
(Commission Clerk’s Office)

COMMUNIQUES & COMMITTEE REPORTS:

CITIZENS COMMENTS (late arrivals):
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

CONSENT AGENDA:
Public Hearing and Final Consideration of Ordinance No. 6608 of 2026 (March 19)
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING AMENDMENTS TO THE CADDO PARISH FEE SCHEDULE, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. Exhibit 1
(Administration)

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Special Session Meeting (in lieu of 3/5 Regular session where it has become clear a quorum will not be possible)
2026-03-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
GOVERNMENT PLAZA CHAMBERS
505 TRAVIS STREET, SHREVEPORT, LA 71101
PUBLIC NOTICE
SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA
Streaming at
https://www.youtube.com/@parishofcaddois
March 2, 2026
Immediately following the 3:30PM Work Session Meeting

ROLL CALL:

Commissioners:

District 1
Kracman
District 7
Gage-Watts

District 2
Young, G.
District 8
Blake

District 3
Thomas
District 9
Atkins

District 4
Young, J.P.
District 10
Cothran

District 5
Burrell
District 11
Lazarus

District 6
Jones
District 12
Epperson

INVOCATION:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

CITIZENS COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Commission please fill out a comment card located in the chamber foyer, and return to the Chairman or the Commission Clerk. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes.

NEW BUSINESS:

5.1 Adopt Resolution 16 of 2026
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE HOLDING OF AN ELECTION IN NORTH CADDO HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT ON SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, TO AUTHORIZE THE CONTINUATION OF A LEVY AND COLLECTION OF A 5.0 MILL PROPERTY TAX THEREIN Exhibit 1
(District 1)

5.2 Adopt Resolution 17 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR HOUSE BILL 219 of 2026 LOUISIANA REGULAR SESSION REGARDING POST-CONVICTION RELIEF FOR THOSE CONVICTED BY NON-UNANIMOUS JURY VERDICTS, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Burrell)

5.3 Adopt a Special Resolution or Remembrance for Margaret Shehee
(Cothran, Atkins, Thomas)

5.4 Adopt Special Resolution in Recognition of Women’s Month
(Gage-Watts)

5.5 Adopt Special Resolution Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Order of Eastern Star- Ruth Chapter 57.
5.6 Adopt Minutes of February 19, 2026 Regular Session

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Louisiana Police Jury Association's Annual Conference
2026-03-04 08:00 - 2026-03-06 17:00 | LA

IFB 26-04, Public Works Covered Parking Project
2026-03-05 08:00 - 2026-04-02 15:00 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States

Caddo Parish Commission Regular Session
2026-03-05 15:30 - 17:00 | LA

Public Safety Committee Meeting
2026-03-16 14:00 - 14:45 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC SAFETY FUNDING COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
March 16, 2026
2:00 pm

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Ron Cothran (Chair)
Chris Kracman
Grace Anne Blake
Ken Epperson
Greg Young, President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS:

Discuss and Make Recommendation regarding Resolution 19 of 2026 urging the Louisiana Legislature to enact a statewide domestic violence registry and otherwise providing with respect thereto
Petrina’s Purple Passion
Discuss goals and challenges for the following areas:

alcohol sales—unassigned
animals and fowl—Blake
disaster response—unassigned
Constables/JPs—Kracman
criminal justice—Cothran

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Veterans Affairs Committee
2026-03-16 14:45 - 15:30 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
Streaming at
https://www.youtube.com/@parishofcaddois
March 16, 2026
2:45PM

VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SERVICES COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Ken Epperson Sr. (Chair)
Grace Anne Blake
Ron Cothran
Victor L. Thomas
Gregory Young —President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS:

Discussion of postage stamp in honor of Col. Steven dePyssler

Dedication of commemorative plaque at Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery recognizing Caddo Parish’s donation of land for the site. Exhibit 1

Any other pertinent information regarding Veterans

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Caddo Parish Commission Work Session
2026-03-16 15:30 - 17:00 | LA
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
WORK SESSION AGENDA
Streaming at
https://www.youtube.com/@parishofcaddois
March 16, 2026
3:30 PM

ROLL CALL:

Commissioners:

District 1 Kracman District 7 Gage-Watts
District 2 G. Young District 8 Blake
District 3 Thomas District 9 Atkins
District 4 J. Young District 10 Cothran
District 5 Burrell District 11 Lazarus
District 6 Jones District 12 Epperson

INVOCATION:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Veterans and active-duty service members are invited to render a salute during the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. All others are asked to place their right hand over their heart. As we recite the Pledge, let us remember our POWs and MIAs.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

CITIZENS COMMENTS:
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

VISITORS:
Visit from the Shreveport Mayor’s Women’s Commission
(Blake)

REPORTS:

Administration Report
February Financials

COMMISSION REMARKS:
Communiques, reports, and other items related to the Work Session agenda.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

OLD BUSINESS:

NEW BUSINESS:

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6609 of 2026 in Relation to Caddo Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-28-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF AKINSON DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY, 1,440FEET SOUTH OF WEST 70TH STREET, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING TO I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING (SPUD) AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 12)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6610 of 2026 in relation to Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-29-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF SOUTHERN LOOP, APPROXIMATELY 1,050FEET EAST OF WALLACE LAKE ROADCADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM C-2 CORRIDOR COMMERCIAL (PUD) ZONING DISTRICT to C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 9)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6611 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE TO DEEM PROPERTY SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZE THE SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY OWNED BY THE PARISH OF CADDO AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Public Works)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6612 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION OF $32,500 FOR THE LOUISIANA ROUXGAROUX FOOTBALL TEAM, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet Exhibit 1 Exhibit 2
(Economic Development Committee)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6613 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS FUND AND THE CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION TO INSTALL WELCOME SIGN ON I-20 EAST BOUND AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet
(Epperson)

Advance Adoption of Resolution 18 of 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CADDO PARISH ADMINISTRATOR TO APPROVE THE ASSIGNMENT, BILL OF SALE AND CONVEYANCE OF STATE AGENCY LEASE NO. 22324 FROM CYPRESS ENERGY PARTNERS, LLC, TO APEX NATURAL GAS, LLC, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet Exhibit 1
(District 9)

Advance Adoption of Resolution 19 of 2026
A RESOLUTION URGING THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE TO ENACT A STATEWIDE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE REGISTRY AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO. Exhibit 1
Petrina’s Purple Passion
(Cothran, Blake, Public Safety Committee)
Advance the Adoption of Resolution 20 of 2026
RESOLUTION TO OPPOSE HOUSE BILL NO. 674, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO Exhibit 1
(Administration)
Advance a Special Resolution of Recognition & Remembrance for Bloody Sunday
(Epperson)
Advance a Special Resolution of Remembrance & Respect for U.S. Service Members killed in Iran War
(Epperson)
Advance Special Resolution for the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
(Thomas)
Advance Special Resolution for Darrin Henson
(Thomas)

Advance a Special Resolution of Remembrance for Demetrick Lavell Alexander-Metcalf
(Gage-Watts)
Advance a Special Resolution of Remembrance Soror Dorothy Hunter Jones
(Gage-Watts)
Advance a Special Resolution of Remembrance for Joe Wills.
(Thomas)
Advance the Authorization to lower the flags at half-staff for those military members who lost their lives in the Iran War
(Epperson, Blake)
Advance the Approval of Commission travel to additional NACo events
(Blake)

COMMUNIQUES & COMMITTEE REPORTS:

CITIZENS COMMENTS (late arrivals):
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

CONSENT AGENDA:

Public Hearing and Final Consideration of Ordinance No. 6608 of 2026 (March 19)
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING AMENDMENTS TO THE CADDO PARISH FEE SCHEDULE, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. Exhibit 1
(Administration)

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Juvenile Justice Committee Meeting Agenda
2026-03-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
JUVENILE JUSTICE AND RELATED SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
March 19, 2026
2:00pm

JUVENILE JUSTICE AND RELATED SERVICES COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

John-Paul Young (Chair)
Steffon Jones
Stormy Gage-Watts
Ron Cothran
Greg Young, President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS:

Update on The Harbor from Volunteers for Youth Justice Executive Director Kelli Todd

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Caddo Parish Commission Regular Session
2026-03-19 15:30 - 17:00 | LA
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
Streaming at
https://www.youtube.com/@parishofcaddois
March 19, 2026
3:30 PM

ROLL CALL:

Commissioners:

District 1 Kracman District 7 Gage-Watts
District 2 G. Young District 8 Blake
District 3 Thomas District 9 Atkins
District 4 J. Young District 10 Cothran
District 5 Burrell District 11 Lazarus
District 6 Jones District 12 Epperson

INVOCATION:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Veterans and active-duty service members are invited to render a salute during the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. All others are asked to place their right hand over their heart. As we recite the Pledge, let us remember our POWs and MIAs.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:
Adopt Special Resolutions honoring the LSUS Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams
(Blake)
Adopt a Special Resolution for Mr. Green Whitaker
(Jones, Caddo Parish Commission advanced on 3/2/26)

CITIZENS COMMENTS:
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

NOTE: Citizens who wish to address the Commission on matters relative to public hearings will be limited to a cumulative total of fifteen minutes each, for or against an issue.

VISITORS:
Special presentations up to fifteen minutes at the President’s discretion.

ADOPT REGULAR SESSION MINUTES:

Adopt Special Session Minutes from March 2, 2026

Adopt Regular Session Minutes from March 5, 2026

SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS:

Adopt Special Resolution of Recognition & Remembrance for Bloody Sunday
(Epperson, Gage Watts, Burrell)
Adopt Special Resolution of Remembrance & Respect for U.S. Service Members killed in Iran War
(Epperson, Gage Watts, Burrell)
Adopt Special Resolution for the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
(Thomas, Gage-Watts, Burrell)
Adopt Special Resolution for Darrin Henson
(Thomas, Gage-Watts, Burrell)
Adopt Special Resolution of Remembrance for Demetrick Lavell Alexander-Metcalf
(Gage-Watts, Burrell)
Adopt Special Resolution of Remembrance Soror Dorothy Hunter Jones
(Gage-Watts, Burrell)
Adopt Special Resolution of Remembrance for Joe Wills.
(Thomas, Gage-Watts, Burrell)

COMMUNIQUES & COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Administration response to information requests from Commissioners

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING ORDINANCES & CASES:

PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCES & CASES:

Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 6608 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING AMENDMENTS TO THE CADDO PARISH FEE SCHEDULE, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. Exhibit 1
(Administration)

ZONING ORDINANCES (for final passage):

ORDINANCES (for final passage):

Adopt Ordinance No. 6608 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING AMENDMENTS TO THE CADDO PARISH FEE SCHEDULE, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. Exhibit 1
(Administration)
ZONING ORDINANCES (For Introduction By Title): None

Introduce Ordinance 6609 of 2026 in Relation to Caddo Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-28-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF AKINSON DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY, 1,440FEET SOUTH OF WEST 70TH STREET, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING TO I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING (SPUD) AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 12)

Introduce Ordinance 6610 of 2026 in relation to Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-29-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF SOUTHERN LOOP, APPROXIMATELY 1,050FEET EAST OF WALLACE LAKE ROADCADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM C-2 CORRIDOR COMMERCIAL (PUD) ZONING DISTRICT to C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 9)

ORDINANCES (For Introduction By Title):
Introduce Ordinance 6611 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE TO DEEM PROPERTY SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZE THE SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY OWNED BY THE PARISH OF CADDO AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Public Works)

Introduce Ordinance 6612 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION OF $32,500 FOR THE LOUISIANA ROUXGAROUX FOOTBALL TEAM, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet Exhibit 1 Exhibit 2
(Economic Development Committee)

WORK SESSION MINUTES:

Adopt the Work Session Minutes from March 16, 2026
Adopt the Work Session Minutes from March 2, 2026

RESOLUTIONS:

Adopt Resolution 18 of 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CADDO PARISH ADMINISTRATOR TO APPROVE THE ASSIGNMENT, BILL OF SALE AND CONVEYANCE OF STATE AGENCY LEASE NO. 22324 FROM CYPRESS ENERGY PARTNERS, LLC, TO APEX NATURAL GAS, LLC, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet Exhibit 1
(District 9)

Adopt Resolution 19 of 2026
A RESOLUTION URGING THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE TO ENACT A STATEWIDE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE REGISTRY AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO. Exhibit 1, Exhibit 2- Petrina’s Purple Passion
(Cothran, Blake, Public Safety Committee)

Adopt Resolution 20 of 2026
RESOLUTION TO OPPOSE HOUSE BILL NO. 674 AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO Exhibit 1
(Administration)

OLD BUSINESS: None

NEW BUSINESS:

Authorize the lowering of flags at half-staff for those military members who lost their lives in the Iran War and keep them lowered until internment
(Epperson, Blake)
Approve Commission travel to additional NACo events
(Blake)

COMMUNIQUES & COMMITTEE REPORTS:

CITIZENS COMMENTS (late arrivals):
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Holiday- Good Friday
2026-04-03 | LA

Special Projects Committee
2026-04-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
SPECIAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
April 6, 2026
12:00 pm

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Steffon Jones (Chair)
Victor Thomas
Ed Lazarus
Ken Epperson
Greg Young, President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS:

Opening Comments: This committee shall be referred legislation relating to the following subjects: matters related to issues not covered in the other standing committees, including but not limited to long range planning, elections, census, facilities and space utilization, etc.
Discuss and potentially make Recommendations related to a proposed Intersection Improvement pilot project- with Commissioner Grace Anne Blake

Discuss and make recommendations regarding Community Gardens initiatives

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Public Safety Committee Meeting
2026-04-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
April 6, 2026
1:00 pm

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Ron Cothran (Chair)
Chris Kracman
Grace Anne Blake
Ken Epperson
Greg Young, President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS:

Discuss Caddo Sheriff’s Office proposal regarding proposed strategies for reducing costs and improving safety at Caddo Correctional Facility through proposed home incarceration program.

Discuss Alcohol Policy document, set date for follow up discussion and alcohol violations hearing.

Discuss future meeting dates for Animal, Disaster Response, and Constables/JPs.

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Juvenile Justice Committee Meeting
2026-04-06 14:30 - 15:30 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
JUVENILE JUSTICE AND RELATED SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
April 6, 2026
2:30pm
JUVENILE JUSTICE AND RELATED SERVICES COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:
John-Paul Young (Chair)
Steffon Jones
Stormy Gage-Watts
Ron Cothran
Greg Young, President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:
PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS:

Update from Director of Caddo Juvenile Services, Andrew Randall,
Discuss Caddo Promise
Discuss and make recommendation regarding Resolution 24 of 2026 regarding opposition to House Bill 140 of the 2026 Regular Legislative session of the Louisiana Legislature relating to time limitations for juvenile delinquency proceedings
Opposition to HB 140 OF THE 2026 Regular Legislative Session Of The Louisiana Legislature Relating To Time Limitations For Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Caddo Parish Commission Work Session
2026-04-06 15:30 - 17:00 | LA
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
WORK SESSION AGENDA
Streaming at
https://www.youtube.com/@parishofcaddois
April 6, 2026
3:30 PM

ROLL CALL:

Commissioners:

District 1 Kracman District 7 Gage-Watts
District 2 G. Young District 8 Blake
District 3 Thomas District 9 Atkins
District 4 J. Young District 10 Cothran
District 5 Burrell District 11 Lazarus
District 6 Jones District 12 Epperson

INVOCATION:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Veterans and active-duty service members are invited to render a salute during the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. All others are asked to place their right hand over their heart. As we recite the Pledge, let us remember our POWs and MIAs.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:
POTENTIAL AGENDA ADDITION: Advance a Special Resolution of Remembrance for Shreveport City Marshall’s Assistant Chief Deputy Kirby Dawson.
(Jones)

POTENTIAL AGENDA ADDITION: Advance a RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT FOR DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FROM THE Parish of Caddo Economic Development Trust Fund, WITH THE I-49 North Corridor Economic Development DISTRICT, State of Louisiana AND EDGEMONT HOLDINGS, LLC (THE “COMPANY”) RELATIVE TO REIMBURSEMENT TO THE COMPANY FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE TRAVEL CENTER PROJECT LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSTATE 49/LA. HWY. 2 INTERCHANGE, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Commission Clerk’s office)

CITIZENS COMMENTS:
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

VISITORS:

REPORTS:

Administration Report

COMMISSION REMARKS:
Communiques, reports, and other items related to the Work Session agenda.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

OLD BUSINESS:

NEW BUSINESS:

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6613 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS FUND AND THE CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION TO INSTALL WELCOME SIGN ON I-20 EAST BOUND AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet
(Epperson)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6614 of 2026 in relation to PZC Case 25-5-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS
AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF WALLACE LAKE ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 1,415 FEET NORTH OF MAYO ROAD, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM R-E RESIDENTIAL ESTATE ZONING DISTRICT TO C-1 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT AND I-1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 9)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance No. 6615 in relation to PZC Case No. 26-6-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF BOX ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 1,700 FEET SOUTH OF MT. ZION ROAD, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM C-4 HEAVY COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT TO I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(District 10)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6616
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING CERTAIN ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES TO BE SURPLUS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE PARISH ADMINISTRATOR, OR A DESIGNEE, TO SELL THE PARISH OF CADDO’S TAX INTEREST IN CERTAIN SURPLUS ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. Fact Sheet Exhibit 1
(District 3)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6617
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND REINACTING CHAPTER 32, ARTICLE VI OF THE CADDO PARISH CODE OF ORDINANCES, REPEALING SECTION 32-52 AND SECTION 34-22 OF THE CODE OF THE CADDO PARISH CODE OF ORDINANCES, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(JP Young)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance 6618
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND AND THE OIL AND GAS FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,800,000 TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT EQUIPMENT TO SUPPORT SHREVEPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT THROUGH THE PURCHASE OF UP TO 40 TAKE HOME POLICE VEHICLES AND ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT FOR THEIR USE AND OTHER MATTERS PERTAINING THERETO. Fact Sheet
(JP Young)

Advance Resolution 21 of 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE LOUISIANA COMPLIANCE QUESTIONNAIRE Exhibit 1 Exhibit 2
(Finance)

Advance Resolution 22 of 2026
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING HOUSE BILL 73 AND SENATE BILL 1 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE RELATING TO ELECTRONIC METHOD OF VOTING FOR MEMBERS OF PUBLIC BODIES AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Admin)

Advance Resolution 23 of 2026
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING HOUSE BILL 193 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE PROVIDING THAT EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS OF CERTAIN LOUISIANA SICKLE CELL DISEASE ORGANIZATIONS ARE MEMBERS OF THE LOUISIANA SICKLE CELL COMMISSION, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(Gage-Watts)

Advance Resolution 24 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING HOUSE BILL 140 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE RELATING TO TIME LIMITATIONS FOR JUVENILE DELINQUENCY PROCEEDINGS AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(JP Young)

Advance Resolution 25 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING HOUSE BILL 340 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE RELATING TO TIME OF REAPPRAISAL OF PROPERTY FOR AD VALOREM TAX PURPOSES, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(Admin)

Advance Resolution 26 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING HOUSE BILL 737 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE REMOVING THE REQUIREMENT FOR SUBMISSION OF EVIDENCE OF IMMUNIZATION AGAINST MENINGOCOCCAL DISEASE AS A CONDITION OF SCHOOL ENTRY, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(Administration)

Advance Resolution 27 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING SENATE BILL 170 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA PROVIDING NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMISSIONERS OF THE CADDO-BOSSIER PARISHES PORT COMMISSION AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(Greg Young)

Advance Resolution 28 of 2026
A RESOLUTION URGING AND REQUESTING THE LOUISIANA STATE LEGISLATURE AND LOUISIANA GOVERNOR TO ENACT LEGISLATION EXEMPTING STATE AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND FIRST RESPONDERS FROM LOUISIANA STATE INCOME TAX.
(JP Young)

Advance the consideration of adopting Resolution 1 of 2026 of the Caddo Parish Commission acting as Governing Authority of the I-49 North Corridor Economic Development District:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT FOR DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FROM THE PARISH OF CADDO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND, WITH THE PARISH OF CADDO, STATE OF LOUISIANA AND EDGEMONT HOLDINGS, LLC (THE “COMPANY”) RELATIVE TO REIMBURSEMENT TO THE COMPANY FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE TRAVEL CENTER PROJECT LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSTATE 49/LA. HWY. 2 INTERCHANGE, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Legal)

Advance a Special Resolution of Recognition for the AmeriCorps Southern University Foster Grandparent’s Senior Volunteer Program
(G. Young)

Advance Special Resolution Recognizing Parish/County Government Month
(Epperson)

Advance Special Resolution of Recognition for Mr. Dother Sykes
(Thomas)
Advance Special Resolution for Autism Awareness Month
(Gage-Watts)

Advance Special Resolution Recognizing Dr. Alexander Mikaberidze as LSU-Shreveport’s first Boyd Professor.
(Atkins)

Advance Special Resolution for Caddo Day at State Capitol
(Commission Clerk)

Advance Approval of Internal Audit Plan
(Atkins)
Advance a Special Resolution of Remembrance for Shreveport City Marshall’s Assistant Chief Deputy Kirby Dawson.
(Jones)

Advance a RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT FOR DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FROM THE Parish of Caddo Economic Development Trust Fund, WITH THE I-49 North Corridor Economic Development DISTRICT, State of Louisiana AND EDGEMONT HOLDINGS, LLC (THE “COMPANY”) RELATIVE TO REIMBURSEMENT TO THE COMPANY FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE TRAVEL CENTER PROJECT LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSTATE 49/LA. HWY. 2 INTERCHANGE, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Commission Clerk’s office)
COMMUNIQUES & COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Reminders for upcoming Commissioner for a Day on April 23rd.

CITIZENS COMMENTS (late arrivals):
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

CONSENT AGENDA:
Ordinance 6609 of 2026 in Relation to Caddo Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-28-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF AKINSON DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY, 1,440FEET SOUTH OF WEST 70TH STREET, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING TO I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING (SPUD) AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 12)

Ordinance 6610 of 2026 in relation to Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-29-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF SOUTHERN LOOP, APPROXIMATELY 1,050FEET EAST OF WALLACE LAKE ROADCADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM C-2 CORRIDOR COMMERCIAL (PUD) ZONING DISTRICT to C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 9)
Ordinance 6611 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE TO DEEM PROPERTY SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZE THE SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY OWNED BY THE PARISH OF CADDO AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Public Works)
Ordinance 6612 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION OF $32,500 FOR THE LOUISIANA ROUXGAROUX FOOTBALL TEAM, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet Exhibit 1
(Economic Development Committee)

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Economic Development Committee
2026-04-09 12:30 - 14:00 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
April 9, 2026
12:30 pm

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Stormy Gage-Watts (Chair)
John-Paul Young
Roy Burrell
Grace Anne Blake
Gregory Young —President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS: Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes
NEW BUSINESS:

6.1 Opportunity Zones update
6.2 Updates from Administration related to ongoing economic development initiatives

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Audit and Finance Committee Meeting
2026-04-09 14:30 - 15:30 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
AUDIT & FINANCE PLAN COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
April 9, 2026
2:30pm

AUDIT & FINANCE PLAN COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

John E. Atkins (Chair)
Steffon Jones
Grace Anne Blake
Ron Cothran
Greg Young, President

INVOCATION:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS:

6.1 Recommendation regarding 2026 Caddo Parish Internal Audit Plan

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assessment – Advisory
Public Works Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit (CVEU) – Assurance

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Caddo Parish Commission Regular Session
2026-04-09 15:30 - 17:00 | LA
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
Streaming at
https://www.youtube.com/@parishofcaddois
April 9, 2026
3:30 PM

ROLL CALL:

Commissioners:

District 1 Kracman District 7 Gage-Watts
District 2 G. Young District 8 Blake
District 3 Thomas District 9 Atkins
District 4 J. Young District 10 Cothran
District 5 Burrell District 11 Lazarus
District 6 Jones District 12 Epperson

INVOCATION:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Veterans and active-duty service members are invited to render a salute during the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. All others are asked to place their right hand over their heart. As we recite the Pledge, let us remember our POWs and MIAs.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

CITIZENS COMMENTS:
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

NOTE: Citizens who wish to address the Commission on matters relative to public hearings will be limited to a cumulative total of fifteen minutes each, for or against an issue.

VISITORS:
Special presentations up to fifteen minutes at the President’s discretion.

ADOPT REGULAR SESSION MINUTES:
Adopt Minutes of the March 19th, 2026 Regular Session

SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS:
Adopt Special Resolution of Recognition for the AmeriCorps Southern University Foster Grandparent’s Senior Volunteer Program Exhibit 1
(G. Young, Burrell, Gage-Watts, Thomas, Cothran)
Adopt Special Resolution Recognizing Parish/County Government Month
(Epperson, Gage-Watts, Burrell, Thomas, Cothran)
Adopt Special Resolution of Recognition for Mr. Dother Sykes
(Thomas, Jones, Gage-Watts)
Adopt Special Resolution for Autism Awareness Month
(Gage-Watts, Thomas, Burrell, Jones, Cothran)
Adopt Special Resolution Recognizing Dr. Alexander Mikaberidze as LSU-Shreveport’s first Boyd Professor.
(Atkins, Blake, Burrell)
Adopt Special Resolution for Caddo Day at State Capitol
(Commission Clerk, Burrell)
Adopt Special Resolution of Remembrance for Shreveport City Marshall’s Assistant Chief Deputy Kirby Dawson.
(Jones, Gage-Watts, Thomas, Burrell, Cothran)

COMMUNIQUES & COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Administration response to information requests from Commissioners

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING ORDINANCES & CASES:
Public Hearing for Ordinance 6609 of 2026 in Relation to Caddo Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-28-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF AKINSON DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY, 1,440FEET SOUTH OF WEST 70TH STREET, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING TO I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING (SPUD) AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 12)
Public Hearing for Ordinance 6610 of 2026 in relation to Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-29-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF SOUTHERN LOOP, APPROXIMATELY 1,050FEET EAST OF WALLACE LAKE ROADCADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM C-2 CORRIDOR COMMERCIAL (PUD) ZONING DISTRICT to C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 9)

PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCES & CASES:
Public Hearing for Ordinance 6611 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE TO DEEM PROPERTY SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZE THE SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY OWNED BY THE PARISH OF CADDO AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Public Works)
Public Hearing for Ordinance 6612 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION OF $32,500 FOR THE LOUISIANA ROUXGAROUX FOOTBALL TEAM, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet Exhibit 1
(Economic Development Committee)

ZONING ORDINANCES (for final passage):
Adopt Ordinance 6609 of 2026 in Relation to Caddo Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-28-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF AKINSON DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY, 1,440FEET SOUTH OF WEST 70TH STREET, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING TO I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING (SPUD) AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 12)

Adopt Ordinance 6610 of 2026 in relation to Parish Zoning Commission Case 25-29-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF SOUTHERN LOOP, APPROXIMATELY 1,050FEET EAST OF WALLACE LAKE ROADCADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM C-2 CORRIDOR COMMERCIAL (PUD) ZONING DISTRICT to C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 9)

ORDINANCES (for final passage):
Adopt Ordinance 6611 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE TO DEEM PROPERTY SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZE THE SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY OWNED BY THE PARISH OF CADDO AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Public Works)
Adopt Ordinance 6612 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION OF $32,500 FOR THE LOUISIANA ROUXGAROUX FOOTBALL TEAM, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet Exhibit 1
(Economic Development Committee)
ORDINANCES (For Introduction By Title):
Introduce Ordinance 6613 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS FUND AND THE CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION TO INSTALL WELCOME SIGN ON I-20 EAST BOUND AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet
(Epperson)
Introduce Ordinance 6614 of 2026 in relation to PZC Case 25-5-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS
AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF WALLACE LAKE ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 1,415 FEET NORTH OF MAYO ROAD, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM R-E RESIDENTIAL ESTATE ZONING DISTRICT TO C-1 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT AND I-1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 9)
Introduce Ordinance No. 6615 in relation to PZC Case No. 26-6-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF BOX ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 1,700 FEET SOUTH OF MT. ZION ROAD, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM C-4 HEAVY COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT TO I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(District 10)
Introduce Ordinance 6616
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING CERTAIN ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES TO BE SURPLUS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE PARISH ADMINISTRATOR, OR A DESIGNEE, TO SELL THE PARISH OF CADDO’S TAX INTEREST IN CERTAIN SURPLUS ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. Fact Sheet Exhibit 1
(District 3)

WORK SESSION MINUTES:
Adopt Minutes of the April 6th, 2026 Work Session.

RESOLUTIONS:

Adopt Resolution 21 of 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE LOUISIANA COMPLIANCE QUESTIONNAIRE Exhibit 1 Exhibit 2
(Finance)

Adopt Resolution 22 of 2026
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING HOUSE BILL 73 AND SENATE BILL 1 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE RELATING TO ELECTRONIC METHOD OF VOTING FOR MEMBERS OF PUBLIC BODIES AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Admin, Gage-Watts)

Adopt Resolution 23 of 2026
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING HOUSE BILL 193 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE PROVIDING THAT EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS OF CERTAIN LOUISIANA SICKLE CELL DISEASE ORGANIZATIONS ARE MEMBERS OF THE LOUISIANA SICKLE CELL COMMISSION, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(Gage-Watts, Thomas)

Adopt Resolution 24 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING HOUSE BILL 140 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE RELATING TO TIME LIMITATIONS FOR JUVENILE DELINQUENCY PROCEEDINGS AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(JP Young, Gage-Watts, Thomas)
Adopt Resolution 25 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING HOUSE BILL 340 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE RELATING TO TIME OF REAPPRAISAL OF PROPERTY FOR AD VALOREM TAX PURPOSES, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(Admin, Gage-Watts)
Adopt Resolution 26 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING HOUSE BILL 737 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE REMOVING THE REQUIREMENT FOR SUBMISSION OF EVIDENCE OF IMMUNIZATION AGAINST MENINGOCOCCAL DISEASE AS A CONDITION OF SCHOOL ENTRY, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(Administration, Gage-Watts)
Adopt Resolution 27 of 2026
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING SENATE BILL 170 OF THE 2026 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA PROVIDING NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMISSIONERS OF THE CADDO-BOSSIER PARISHES PORT COMMISSION AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
(Greg Young)
Adopt Resolution 29 of 2026
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT FOR DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FROM THE PARISH OF CADDO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND, WITH THE I-49 NORTH CORRIDOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, STATE OF LOUISIANA AND EDGEMONT HOLDINGS, LLC (THE “COMPANY”) RELATIVE TO REIMBURSEMENT TO THE COMPANY FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE TRAVEL CENTER PROJECT LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSTATE 49/LA. HWY. 2 INTERCHANGE, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Commission Clerk’s office)
Adopt Resolution 1 of 2026 of the Caddo Parish Commission acting as Governing Authority of the I-49 North Corridor Economic Development District:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT FOR DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FROM THE PARISH OF CADDO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND, WITH THE PARISH OF CADDO, STATE OF LOUISIANA AND EDGEMONT HOLDINGS, LLC (THE “COMPANY”) RELATIVE TO REIMBURSEMENT TO THE COMPANY FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE TRAVEL CENTER PROJECT LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSTATE 49/LA. HWY. 2 INTERCHANGE, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Legal)

OLD BUSINESS: None

NEW BUSINESS:
Approve 2026 Internal Audit Plan
(Atkins, Audit and Finance Committee)

COMMUNIQUES & COMMITTEE REPORTS:

CITIZENS COMMENTS (late arrivals):
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

Caddo Day at the Capitol
2026-04-16 | LA

Caddo Parish Rabies and Microchip Clinic
2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Summer Grove Baptist Church, 8924 Jewella Ave, Shreveport, LA

Property Standards Committee Meeting and Hearing
2026-04-20 02:30 - 15:30 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
PROPERTY STANDARDS HEARING COMMITTEE AGENDA
April 20, 2026
2:30 pm

PROPERTY STANDARDS HEARING COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Chris Kracman, Chairman
Ken Epperson, Sr.
Victor Thomas
John-Paul Young
Gregory Young—President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee please fill out a comment card located in the chamber foyer, and return to the Chairman or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS: Property Standards Hearing

-Administration of Oath: Each party to participate in hearing rises and responds to the oath: “Do you solemnly swear or affirm that you will tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help you God and under pains and penalties of perjury?”
-Reminder that each motion is to include the Committee’s recommendation to the Full Body as well as to incorporate all testimony and documentation into the permanent record.
Case #1 – 4101 Ridgeway, Shreveport, LA 71107
(District 2)
Case #2 – 4229 Hampton, Shreveport, LA 71107
(District 2)
Case #3– 8930 Lake End, Mooringsport, LA 71060
(District 1)

ADJOURN:

Caddo Parish Commission Work Session
2026-04-20 15:30 - 17:00 | LA
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
WORK SESSION AGENDA
Streaming at
https://www.youtube.com/@parishofcaddois
April 20, 2026
3:30 PM

ROLL CALL:

Commissioners:

District 1 Kracman District 7 Gage-Watts
District 2 G. Young District 8 Blake
District 3 Thomas District 9 Atkins
District 4 J. Young District 10 Cothran
District 5 Burrell District 11 Lazarus
District 6 Jones District 12 Epperson

INVOCATION:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Veterans and active-duty service members are invited to render a salute during the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. All others are asked to place their right hand over their heart. As we recite the Pledge, let us remember our POWs and MIAs.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:
POTENTIAL AGENDA ADDITION: Advance a Special Resolution regarding the tragic events of April 19, 2026.
(Caddo Commission)

CITIZENS COMMENTS:
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

VISITORS:
Dr. Joseph Jones with the North Louisiana Criminalistics Laboratory Exhibit 1 & Exhibit 2
(Burrell)

REPORTS:

Administration Report Exhibit 1
March Financials

COMMISSION REMARKS:
Communiques, reports, and other items related to the Work Session agenda.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

OLD BUSINESS:

NEW BUSINESS:
Advance Introduction of Ordinance 6619 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF LOTS 10 AND 11, STOVALL SUBDIVISION, UNIT NO. 3, SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA, AND TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF LOTS 31, 32 AND 33, STOVALL SUBDIVISION, UNIT NO. 3, SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Public Works- District 3)

Advance the introduction of Ordinance No. 6620
AN ORDINANCE SETTING THE PARISH MILLAGE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST, DUE IN 2026 ON OUTSTANDING PARISH BOND ISSUES AND TO INSTRUCT THE ASSESSOR TO INCLUDE SAID MILLAGE ON THE TAX ROLL OF THE PARISH OF CADDO FOR THE YEAR 2026, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet
(Finance)

Advance the introduction of Ordinance No. 6621
ORDINANCE TO ADOPT VALUES FOR ASSESSMENTS FOR RAILWAYS
AND OTHER PUBLIC SERVICE PROPERTY Fact Sheet
(Finance)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance No. 6622
AN ORDINANCE TO SET THE GENERAL PURPOSE AND SPECIAL PURPOSE MILLAGES PROVIDING FOR AN INCREASE IN THE MILLAGE RATES NOT IN EXCESS OF THE PRIOR YEARS MAXIMUM RATES, AS ALLOWED BY ARTICLE VII, SECTION 23 OF THE LOUISIANA CONSTITUTION OF 1974 AND LA R.S. 47:1705 (B), LEVYING AND IMPOSING TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS FOR 2026 ON ALL THE PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION IN THE PARISH OF CADDO, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet
(Finance)

Advance the Introduction of Ordinance No. 6623
AN ORDINANCE SETTING THE ASSESSMENT OF PROPERTY CLASSIFIED AS TIMBERLANDS AND TO INSTRUCT THE ASSESSOR TO INCLUDE SAID ASSESSMENT ON THE TAX ROLL OF THE PARISH OF CADDO FOR THE YEAR 2026, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact sheet
(Finance)

Advance Resolution 30 of 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION 44 OF 2025 GIVING NOTICE OF 2026 CADDO PARISH COMMISSION MEETING DATES, DESIGNATING CERTAIN DATES ON THE COMMISSION CALENDAR AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
Exhibit 1
(Commission Clerk’s office)

Advance Resolution 31 of 2026
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CADDO PARISH ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CADDO PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE TO AUTHORIZE AND ESTABLISH A PILOT HOME INCARCERATION AND ELECTRONIC MONITORING PROGRAM WITHIN THE CADDO PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE FOR MISDEMEANOR NONVIOLENT OFFENSES AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(Public Safety Committee)

Advance a Special Resolution of Recognition for the Stuffed Shrimp Festival
(Gage-Watts)

Advance a Special Resolution of Recognition for the 40th anniversary of Artbreak.
(Thomas)
Advance a Special Resolution of Recognition for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
(Cothran)

Advance a Special Resolution declaring April as the Month of the Military Child
(Cothran)

Advance a Special Resolution declaring May 7th as the National Day of Prayer in Caddo Parish.
(Kracman)

Advance the Appointment of Randy Moulton to Sewer District Board #8
(Lazarus)

Advance the recommendations of the Property Standards Committee concerning the following cases from their recent hearing:
Case #1 – 4101 Ridgeway, Shreveport, LA 71107
(District 2)
Case #2 – 4229 Hampton, Shreveport, LA 71107
(District 2)
Case #3– 8930 Lake End, Mooringsport, LA 71060
(District 1)
(Property Standards Committee)

Advance the approval of emergency funding in the Reserve Trust fund to provide funding to CCAA
(Finance)

Advance the approval of relevant commission representation on Administratively approved travel in connection with Commission Business. This would allow commission travel when an officers or committee chair is invited by the Administration to participate alongside them when doing business on behalf of the parish requiring travel during the 2026 budget cycle.
(Administration)

Advance the Commissioner for a Day Presentation.
(Epperson)

COMMUNIQUES & COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Announcement of Public Meeting:
Notice is hereby given that at its meeting to be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. at its regular meeting place, the Government Plaza Chambers, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana, the Caddo Parish Commission plans to consider adopting a resolution ordering and calling an election to be held in Caddo Parish to authorize the issuance of general obligation bonds.

Announcement of Public Meeting
The Caddo Parish Commission will convene as the Caddo Parish Tax Board of Appeals on Monday, September 14, 2026 at 1pm in the Chambers at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101)

CITIZENS COMMENTS (late arrivals):
Citizens who wish to address the Commission on any issue, please fill out a comment card located in the Chamber foyer and return to the President or the Clerk of the Commission. Individual comments are limited to three minutes.

CONSENT AGENDA:

Ordinance 6613 of 2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS FUND AND THE CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION TO INSTALL WELCOME SIGN ON I-20 EAST BOUND AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO Fact Sheet
(Epperson)
Ordinance 6614 of 2026 in relation to PZC Case 25-5-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS
AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF WALLACE LAKE ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 1,415 FEET NORTH OF MAYO ROAD, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM R-E RESIDENTIAL ESTATE ZONING DISTRICT TO C-1 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT AND I-1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
(District 9)
Ordinance No. 6615 in relation to PZC Case No. 26-6-P
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VOLUME II OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE PARISH OF CADDO, AS AMENDED, THE CADDO PARISH UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF BOX ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 1,700 FEET SOUTH OF MT. ZION ROAD, CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA., FROM C-4 HEAVY COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT TO I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
(District 10)
Ordinance 6616
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING CERTAIN ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES TO BE SURPLUS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE PARISH ADMINISTRATOR, OR A DESIGNEE, TO SELL THE PARISH OF CADDO’S TAX INTEREST IN CERTAIN SURPLUS ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. Fact Sheet Exhibit 1
(District 3)
ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.

IFB 26-06, Public Works Fleet Building Renovations Bid Opening
2026-04-23 08:00 - 2026-05-26 15:00 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States

Public Safety Committee Meeting
2026-04-23 14:30 - 15:30 | Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION
505 TRAVIS STREET, GOVERNMENT PLAZA
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
April 23, 2026
2:30 pm

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ROLL CALL:

Ron Cothran (Chair)
Chris Kracman
Grace Anne Blake
Ken Epperson
Greg Young, President

INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Veterans and active military members saluting during recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance would be appropriate, should you wish to do so. All others, please recite with your hands over your hearts, and we ask that everyone please remember our POW-MIA’s as we say the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Citizens who wish to address the Committee may appear in person, and either fill out a comment card or request to speak when the chair asks if there are additional public comments. Individual comments are limited to 3 minutes

NEW BUSINESS:

Discuss Animal Services

Discuss Disaster Response

Discuss Ward Officers- Constables & Justices of the Peace

ADJOURN:

Statement of Accommodations
To all persons desiring to attend and observe a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, or who wish to present information to the body: If you have physical limitations that require special accommodations in order for you to attend and participate in a meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission, please contact the office of the Caddo Parish Commission Clerk at (318) 226-6596, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting so that an effort can be made to provide those accommodations.
