Two Caddo Commission agenda items will certainly evoke much discussion at the Commission's work session this coming Mon. June 20.
The first is to authorize the introduction of Ord. 6241 of 2022. Sponsored by Commissioner Lyndon Johnson, this is to increase the pay of commissioners from $1893.08 per month to $1987.74 per month.
If enacted, this ordinance would be effective in Jan. 2024 when the next commission team commences.
The second item is Resolution 35 of 2022 introduced by Commissioner Stormy Gage - Watts. This resolution declares a public apology for "Bloody Caddo" for past racial violence in Caddo Parish and an apology for "systemic racism perpetrated on African - American citizens of Caddo Parish."
The work session begins at 3:30 p.m. in the chambers at Government Plaza.
John came to Shreveport in January of 1977 when he was transferred to Barksdale AFB.
He’s been active in Shreveport politics since deciding to make Shreveport his home.
John practiced law for 40 years and he now monitors local politics. He regularly attends Shreveport City Council and Caddo Parish Commission meetings.
John is published weekly in The Inquisitor, bi-monthly in The Forum News, and frequently in the Shreveport Times.
He enjoys addressing civic groups on local government issues and elections.