Public safety in Louisiana local government
What Louisiana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about public safety — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
312 Louisiana meetings since 2024 covered public safety. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Louisiana with the most public safety activity
- Bastrop, LA (55)
- Kenner, LA (46)
- Baton Rouge, LA (29)
- Bossier City, LA (24)
- St. Charles Parish, LA (20)
- Oakgrove, LA (17)
- Sulphur, LA (15)
- Portbarre, LA (13)
- Leesville, LA (9)
- Baker, LA (9)
- DeRidder, LA (9)
- West Monroe, LA (8)
Latest matching meetings
Civil Service Board to hear appeal for firefighter suspension
The Kenner Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will review personnel actions, examination grades, and applications. The board will also hear an appeal regarding a 22-day suspension for Firefighter Donnie Duncan, Sr.
Kenner City Council to consider multiple infrastructure and police grants
The City Council will review several contracts for wastewater and public works maintenance, including garden services and pump repairs. The body is also considering the acceptance of two Department of Justice grants for police programs and two resubdivision ordinances.
BRPD proposes $31.1 million technology agreement with AXON Enterprises
The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for future public hearings, including police technology contracts and multiple tax renewal elections. The body is also introducing several property condemnation requests and the creation of the Delmont Economic Development District.
Council authorizes $1.68 M road rehab contract with Barriere Construction
The St. James Parish Council will approve several contracts and resolutions, including a $1,679,717 road‑rehabilitation contract, bids for a new fire station, and a nutrition‑assessment services agreement. It will also reject a dump‑truck bid, approve an agricultural‑building permit, and address routine items such as…
Board to hold public hearing on abolishing Police Public Information Officer role
The Bossier City Fire & Police Civil Service Board will approve personnel action forms for both departments. It will conduct a public hearing to abolish the Police Public Information Officer classification and post 30‑day notices for other police classification changes. The board will also approve promotional exams…
Shreveport City Council discusses zoning, property sales, and fire department equipment
The City Council will meet for an Administrative Conference on July 13 and a Regular Meeting on July 14. The agenda includes several rezoning requests, the sale of city-owned surplus property, and authorizations for ambulance purchases and mineral leases.
SCP Communications District considers scholarship-supported training costs
The SCP Communications District is considering approval for two staff members to attend a certification program in Lewisville, TX. The proposal includes travel and lodging expenses offset by a scholarship reimbursement.
Board to consider rehiring police officer, calling for new firefighter
The Civil Service Board will review minutes from previous meetings and act on personnel actions for the fire and police departments. New business includes considering a request from the Fire Chief to call for a Firefighter First Class position, reviewing applications for an Automotive Mechanic exam, and a request from…
Kenner City Council approves various contracts, grants, and city leadership changes
The City Council is meeting to approve several municipal contracts, including police equipment purchases and infrastructure repairs. The agenda also includes the election of a new Council President and Vice President, as well as the appointment of a new Clerk of Council.
Council to consider up to $1M police vehicle purchase
The Kenner City Council will vote on a consent agenda including over a dozen contracts and ordinances, notably authorizing up to $1,000,000 for police vehicles and $75,000 for police uniforms. Other items include lead hazard remediation contracts, a fitness court grant, and first readings of zoning amendments for…
Minden City Council to approve police promotions and airport fencing bid
The Minden City Council will consider adopting minutes from June and July, authorizing the mayor to sign a DRA grant document, declaring surplus city vehicles, and setting airport hangar fees. The body will also award a bid for airport perimeter fencing and approve promotions for the police and fire departments.
Civil Service Board to hear personnel appeals and investigations
The Shreveport Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet to review several personnel matters. The agenda includes various appeals regarding terminations, suspensions, and reprimands for police and fire personnel.
Port Barre Council to consider new official journal and ICE agreement
The Town Council will decide on changing the official town journal and accepting a police officer's resignation. Members will also discuss a potential Memorandum of Agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement for funding.
Minden City Council to vote on airport fencing bid and hangar fees
The City Council will consider resolutions regarding a DRA Fiscal Year 2026 grant and the sale of surplus vehicles. The body will also vote on airport hangar fees and a bid for airport perimeter fencing. Personnel promotions for the police and fire departments are on the agenda.
St. James Parish Council approves invoices and accepts Emergency Control Center renovations
The St. James Parish Council approved the disbursement of funds to pay pending invoices and accepted the completion of the Emergency Control Center Exterior Renovations project. The meeting also included updates on drainage studies and senior center projects.
Council to introduce ordinance rezoning two lots to multifamily residential
The Gretna City Council will consider introducing an ordinance to rezone two lots in Square 32 from commercial and single-family to multifamily and two-family residential. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss the pending lawsuit Debra Jackson Miller v. City of Gretna. A consent agenda includes…
Kenner City Council approves numerous infrastructure and public service contracts
The council approved several major expenditures including a $3.87 million community center reconstruction project and various municipal maintenance bids. Other actions included repealing brake tag requirements and approving multiple emergency repairs for city departments.
Council to ratify $13,449 emergency repair of street sweeper
The council will consider ratifying an emergency repair of a 2017 Schwarze Street Sweeper truck by Covington Sales & Service, Inc. for $13,449.04. The repair was needed for the Public Works Department's Parkway Division to maintain street cleanliness and public safety. This is a first reading ordinance to approve the…
Alcohol Board reviews liquor licenses and underage sales violations
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will review several new liquor license applications and accountant reports. The board will also hold hearings regarding formal opposition to a license and citations for selling alcohol to minors.
Council considers $9.2M radio lease for Police and Fire Departments
The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for future public hearings, including a major equipment lease and numerous property condemnations. The body is also reviewing initial requests for zoning changes and the sale of adjudicated properties.
Council to adopt 2026 capital and airport budget amendments
The Shreveport City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 23, 2026, with no public hearings scheduled. They are set to adopt amendments to the 2026 Capital Improvements Budget and Airport Enterprise Fund Budget, and vote on resolutions including selecting the Times as official journal, authorizing a parking…
Shreveport Public Safety Committee to discuss police/fire facilities, staffing, taxi rules
The Public Safety Committee will hear updates on police and fire facilities, patrol cars, and equipment including electronic tickets and ballistic shields. The agenda also includes discussions on public safety staffing and pay, proposed amendments to Vehicle for Hire (taxicab) ordinances in Chapter 102, and plans for…
Council discusses infrastructure funds, zoning changes, and bond issuances
The Council is considering several financial ordinances including a new Infrastructure Capital Fund and $15 million in public improvement bonds. They are also reviewing zoning requests for residential duplexes and office warehouses, as well as street repair funding.
City Council to consider rezoning for Phase II Sports Complex
The City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning ordinances and vote on several equipment purchases. The meeting includes an executive session regarding a lawsuit filed by Candace McCullough against the city.
Council to finalize parking system management contract with Downtown Development Authority
The Shreveport City Council will hold an Administrative Conference on June 22 and a Regular Meeting on June 23. Items for final passage include authorizing a parking system management contract with the Downtown Development Authority, accepting donated water and sewer extensions for Lucien Field Estates, and rejecting…
Civil Service Board reviews personnel actions and requests
This is a procedural meeting of the Kenner Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board. The board will review meeting minutes, personnel action forms, and any new hearing or investigation requests. Public comment is limited to matters under the board's jurisdiction.
Council considers no-thru truck routes and Angie Library renovations
The Washington Parish Council will discuss establishing no-thru truck routes on certain parish roads. The body is also considering resolutions for surplus property acquisition and the appointment of board members.
Council adopts FY2026-2027 budgets, supports firefighter raises
The Kenner City Council voted to adopt the operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2026-2027 and supported a 2% raise for firefighters. Several contracts and emergency repairs were approved, including a $450,000 generator maintenance agreement and a $197,138 roof replacement at Buddy Lawson Gym. The council also…
Council discusses road access, tax rates, and fire department grants
The council will consider several ordinances regarding a new college access road, budget amendments, and updated tax rates. Additionally, multiple resolutions are proposed to authorize various federal and state grant applications for the Fire Department and local recreation.
Council to vote on reinstating 2% raises for all firefighters, adding $250k
The Kenner City Council will consider a resolution to reinstate 2% raises for all fire department personnel, including those with less than 3 or over 23 years of service, by amending the budget to add $250,000. They will also request a report from the fire chief on firefighter cancer screenings by August 1, 2026…
Civil Service Board to review fire and police personnel actions
The Sulphur Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will meet to review personnel action forms for fire and police staff. The board will also consider updates to eligibility lists for various promotional and competitive positions.
Council to authorize $220,000 grant for airport airfield development
The Metropolitan Council will consider authorizing the Mayor-President and Airport Commission to apply for and accept a $220,000 grant from the FAA and Louisiana Office of Aviation for Future East Airfield Development. This item is deemed an emergency to meet state deadlines.
Council to introduce $2M HIV/AIDS grant and $307k ShotSpotter deal
The Metropolitan Council will hold a public hearing to introduce several items for final approval at their June 24 meeting. Key items include accepting over $2 million in HIV/AIDS federal grants, renewing the ShotSpotter gunshot detection contract for $307,255, and a $559,908 fleet management system contract. Also…
Council will adopt the 2026 millage rate resolution for Town of Plain Dealing
The Town Council will consider and vote on several items, including a resolution to set the 2026 millage rate. Ordinances to change the salaries of the Town Clerk and the Chief of Police will be heard and voted on. The council will also discuss hiring two new full‑time police officers at a starting rate of $15.00 per…
Council will adopt the 2026‑2027 fiscal year budget ordinance
The Oakgrove City Council will vote to adopt the Budget Ordinance for fiscal year 2026‑2027 and approve May financial statements and bills. The meeting also includes hiring decisions for the water/sewer department, applications for changes in the Historic District, and discussion of a utility policy for rental…
Council to vote on rezoning at Lynbrook and Pradd from residential/industrial to heavy commercial
The Shreveport City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, following an administrative conference. The agenda includes several resolutions and ordinances on final passage, such as authorizing a fire training tower contract, amending sewerage charges, and terminating the Downtown Entertainment Economic…
City to apply for FEMA flood mitigation and resilience grants
The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and regular meeting. Key actions include approving a re-subdivision for Discount Tobacco, authorizing a FEMA grant application for flood mitigation, and changing utility meter reading policies to require physical access instead of customer photos.
Council to vote on 2026 property tax levy
The City Council will hold a final reading and vote on an ordinance levying ad valorem taxes for 2026. They will also consider amendments increasing sewer repair funding by $226,398.55 and creating an Infrastructure Capital Fund. Several items involve budget adjustments and bond issuances for public improvements.
City Council to adopt FY 2025-26 operating budget and FY 2026-27 proposed budget
The Leesville City Council will vote on Ordinance 5 to approve the FY 2025-26 operating budget and the FY 2026-27 proposed budget. Council members will also consider several ordinances, including a dog‑regulation amendment and two rezoning proposals for commercial development. Resolutions on tax millage rates…
Shreveport council to vote on rezoning Lynbrook Blvd to heavy commercial
The Shreveport City Council holds an Administrative Conference on June 8 and a Regular Meeting on June 9. Key actions include final votes on ordinances to rezone property at Lynbrook Boulevard and Pradd Road, amend sewerage charges, and terminate the Downtown Entertainment Economic Development Area. Resolutions…