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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bossier City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Alcohol sales at Flying Heart Brewing and Pub
Flying Heart Brewing sought permission to serve high- and low-content alcohol at its Airline Drive restaurant/bar. It's a routine permit matter for an existing pub, but it shapes what businesses can operate in that corridor.
Community event fee waivers
The parade permit fee was waived for the East Bank Beer & Bubbles event happening Saturday, April 18.
Multi-tenant sign at Safe Harbor Drive and Benton Road
A four-lot commercial subdivision, including a self-storage facility under construction, will get one shared monument sign for visibility from Benton Road; individual lot signs are off the table.
Surplus and obsolete equipment disposal
Two first readings would let the city sell off or dispose of old movable equipment and outdated gear at Brookshire Grocery Arena.
Safe Harbor storage fencing and neighbor complaints
Staff said complaints keep coming about construction and lighting at the self-storage site, so the commission required the full perimeter fence before any building gets a certificate of occupancy.
Alcohol sales at 2125 Old Minden Road convenience store
A Raceway got conditional approval to sell low-content alcohol for off-premise consumption, with conditions requiring a new sidewalk to a crosswalk, a midnight close, and consolidation of the oddly-zoned parcel before any sales begin.
I-20 ramp beautification
$150,000 from the General Fund will go toward beautifying and rehabilitating the I-20 ramps and other areas of need — the first impression travelers get of Bossier City.
Fuel Station Conversion Change Order
Only one bid came in for converting city fuel stations — $1.58 million against a $1.15 million estimate — so the council took it under advisement.
How to do business in Bossier workshop
The MPC is hosting a free workshop on August 26 at the Bossier Central Library to walk new and existing business owners through permits, fire prevention, health department and Secretary of State requirements all in one room.
Alcohol conditional use approvals
Three new alcohol permits cleared the council — a sports bar, a liquor store, and an event center. Council pressed the liquor store on its drive-through window, which can't be used at that location.
Alcohol permits for liquor store and event center
Two new alcohol approvals: a liquor store on Industrial Drive filling a long-vacant retail corner, and an event center in the Pierre Bossier Mall.
Firearms and ammunition shop rezoning
A 0.512-acre tract on Vanceville Road would be rezoned from office to limited business for a firearms and ammunition shop; the public hearing comes next and the applicant must attend.
Multigenerational care addition on Churchill Drive
A retired Air Force senior master sergeant won permission to add a second dwelling unit so his parents — including a Navy veteran with Alzheimer's — can be cared for at home instead of in institutional care.
Tourism economy report
Visit Shreveport-Bossier reported nearly $1 billion in visitor spending, big gains in hotel room nights, new air routes including Chicago service, and a new enclosed cart service linking the two downtowns.
End Zone Sports Bar relocation
A long-running sports bar is moving to Bossier Crossroads at the city's request, with alcohol approval clearing the way for the relocation and remodel.
Council leadership transition
Chris Smith handed the president's gavel to Brian Hammons, with Craton Cochran as vice president, for the year starting July 1. Smith was praised for guiding a turbulent first year with a mostly new council.
Red River FC Soccer Partnership
The city would let the Red River FC pro soccer team practice at the city's soccer complex, gaining free youth clinics, BPAR nights at games, and hopes of booking tournaments that bring out-of-town dollars.
129 Bobbie Street duplex
A small residential rezoning for a proposed duplex will get a public hearing; Commissioner James Fine recused himself because of his connection to the project.
Leasing city mineral interests
The council authorized leasing mineral rights on about 94 acres in three city tracts near the veterans home, offered at roughly $3,000 per acre; the actual lease will go through competitive state bidding and return to the council.
Carport design standards enforcement at 1211 Jane Lane
The city's rules require carports to match the house's materials and stay out of the front yard. This owner's new 24-foot metal-roof carport failed both tests; the board denied the exception but showed him the path to compliance by shrinking it to 19 feet.
Rear setback and utility easement encroachment at 409 Gator Cove
A homeowner wanted to add a covered patio that eats into the rear setback and a platted utility easement. The utility company signed off on clearances, so the board let it go forward — with the understanding the structure could be removed if utilities ever need the easement.
Zoning office body cameras
Zoning inspectors now wear body cameras, in service since March 25, with footage stored and managed by Bossier City Police — a documentation and safety upgrade for code enforcement visits.
Sale of surplus property to Stonewall Baptist Church
The city is selling back an unused leftover parcel — land bought from Stonewall Baptist Church for the carriageway project — for $207,000. First reading passed; final vote comes later.
Meeting schedule change and chamber return
The next council meeting moves to Thursday, April 30 at 10 a.m., and may be the last in the temporary room before returning to the renovated chamber.
Alcohol sales at Louisiana Discount Tobacco
A 20-year-old tobacco shop on Highway 80 won permission to sell beer and liquor, saying it needs the revenue after a $1,000 rent increase to stay open.
Detached garage setback variance in Autumn Creek subdivision
A homeowner needed to build a garage 4 feet from the side property line because of lot constraints and an unused 10-foot easement. The original subdivision developer supported the request, and the board approved it.
Goodtimes Billiards returns to Barksdale Boulevard
A well-regarded pool hall operator is reopening at 2648 Barksdale Boulevard and will serve alcohol on-premise. Neighbors and a local pool league — which could bring 25 to 40 teams to the area — welcomed it.