THERON JACKSON OFFICIALLY RESIGNS FROM MPC

　At the July meeting of the Shreveport Caddo Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) Theron Jackson announced that it was his last meeting. This week he sent his written resignation before the Wed. 7 Aug. meeting.Jackson stated that he no longer had the time to continue to serve on the board.

THE PROPOSED BOND PACKAGE: THE ROLE OF THE SHREVEPORT CITIZENS BOND COMMITTEE, THE MAYOR AND THE COUNCIL

Goodness, before critics of the proposed $220 million bond issue tar and feather Shreveport mayor Adrian Perkins, perhaps they should review the definition of "proposed".They also may want to recall—or perhaps learn—the this package was recommended by the bond committee.

NEXT CHAPTER IN AIRPORT AUTHORITY SEARCH FOR NEW DIRECTOR

Former Shreveport Airport Director Henry Thompson resigned his position in early January of this year. As airport director, Thompson was responsible for the operations of the Shreveport Regional Airport and the Shreveport Downtown airport.

SHREVEPORT CTO EXPLAINS $7 MILLION BOND PROPOSAL

One of the suggested projects for the proposed bond issue is $7 million for a Smart City Infrastructure Fund. Shreveport’s Chief Technology Officer Keith Hanson was asked to explain why this funding was needed.And specifically what the benefits would be for Shreveport citizens.

DOES NICKELSON’S FB POST VIOLATE PUBLIC RECORDS LAW?

In a recent FaceBook post, Shreveport city councilman John Nickelson explained his statement concerning his allegations of "fraud" by a city employee(s) in the filing of payroll tax returns.

WHO WILL BE NEW SHREVEPORT POLICE CHIEF?

It’s a four part answer.It depends on who makes passing grade of 75 on the Civil Service Police Chief exam. Then it depends on who the advisory committee recommends to mayor Adrian Perkins. Then it depends on who the mayor selects.Lastly it depends on who the Shreveport city council confirms.

SHREVEPORT CHAMBER ENCOURAGES MAYOR & COUNCIL TO REDUCE BOND PACKAGE

The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce recently emailed Shreveport Mayor Adrian Perkins and the seven Shreveport council members encouraging them to reduce the proposed $220 million bond project.

CAN YOU HAVE ALCOHOL DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR IN SHREVEPORT?

Yep, hard liquor, beer and wine can arrive at your doorstep along with a meal. That’s in certain towns and cities in Louisiana. What a deal!

WILL SELECTION OF CADDO REGISTRAR OF VOTERS BE DELAYED?

Probably.The Caddo Commission will decide next Thursday Aug. 8.The Commission established a time line for the selection process at a special meeting on July 18.  To comply with state law an ad must be published twice in the Caddo Citizen newspaper, the official journal of the parish.

LEGAL FIRMS BILL CITY OF SHREVEPORT 5 HOURS A DAY, 365 DAYS A YEAR

Last year the city of Shreveport spent more than $1 million in fees for attorneys representing the city. The top fees paid were to Abrams & Lafargue ($298 grand), Edwin Byrd ($281 grand), Nicole Buckle ($161 grand), and Jennifer McKay ($111 grand).

EXPECT SHREVEPORT TO REQUEST CONSENT DECREE EXTENSION

The city of Shreveport entered into a consent decree with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the State of Louisiana in May 2014 to resolve litigation of sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs).

SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL TO DECIDE BOND ISSUE ON AUGUST 13

　Its been a big year for the Shreveport City Council from the perspective of high profile issues.These include the garbage fee, sagging pants, alcohol in grocery stores, and fusses over the powers of the mayor vis a vis the council.

WILL MILLIMAN APPEAR ON AUGUST 27TH AT THE SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL?

A betting man would say the odds are not good.Milliman missed the highly anticipated council meeting on July 19 due to a "misunderstanding." The firm missed Tuesday’s council meeting on another excuse.Now the "expected" date to appear before the council is Aug.27.

DOES SHREVEPORT NEED TO HAVE LEGAL BILLING AUDITOR?

　Last year the city of Shreveport spent more than $1 million in fees for attorneys representing the city. The top fees paid were to Abrams & Lafargue ($298 grand), Edwin Byrd ($281 grand), Nicole Buckle ($161 grand), and Jennifer McKay ($111 grand).

REVENUES FROM SHREVEPORT BOSSIER CASINOS CONTINUE DECLINE

It’s a reality that is unlikely to change.Gaming revenues statewide and locally are on the decline. June’s reports were again a dismal read.The local market has 6 casinos and Louisiana Downs, a racino. June’s totals from the casinos was 6.7% less than May. The track was off 6.6%.