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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bossier City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Rezoning of 2909 Old Minden Road to General Business
The family of the late Ronald Mock is seeking to rezone about two acres on Old Minden Road from residential low density to general business, possibly to expand their adjoining strip mall. A public hearing is expected next month.
O'Neal Subdivision amended plat
An amended plat for the 14.545-acre River Square Subdivision off Benton Road creates a small corner lot for a shared marquee sign that can advertise all the subdivision's lots.
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.
Fence height variance for Tractor Supply garden center
Tractor Supply wants to surround its outdoor garden sales area with a 16-foot fence or wall — more than double the city's 7-foot cap. The Board of Adjustment hears this variance request at a public hearing, and the decision affects the look and screening of a busy Barksdale Boulevard commercial corridor.
Off-premise alcohol sales at Shed Mini Mart
The c-store also got approval to sell beer and liquor, over objections that a Southern Methodist church sits within 300 feet and a daycare sits across the street.
S.A.N.E. Nurse Program continuation
The council finalized the cooperative endeavor agreement with the parish coroner and sheriff keeping the S.A.N.E. Nurse Program operating in Bossier Parish.
Road and drainage project progress
The lone bid for the intersection project came in at $1.52 million versus a $948,638 estimate — about $567,000 over. The council wants to know the city's share after grants and police jury contributions before deciding.
438 Hamilton Road dilapidated mobile home
A family used a manufactured home as a caregiver residence until the patient died in 2024, then sought to keep it while saving to build a site-built home. Neighbors argued subdivision covenants never allowed mobile homes and that allowing it invites future requests. The board denied the exception and set a 120-day removal deadline.
Blight cleanup progress at Hall, Joannes and Jacquelyn Streets
The council worked through nine condemned or deteriorating houses, ordering four down and giving extensions to owners showing progress. These cases affect neighborhood safety and property values.
Community event fee waivers
The parade permit fee was waived for the East Bank Beer & Bubbles event happening Saturday, April 18.
Emergency sewer repairs on Voss Drive and Central Park lift station
The city had to fix a collapsed sewer main and a failed manhole on an emergency basis, spending nearly $389,000 combined from the sewer contingency fund.
Axon Fusus private camera program
A proposed ordinance would let the mayor sign agreements with businesses willing to connect their security cameras to police Fusus software, letting detectives view footage remotely instead of collecting thumb drives. It's voluntary, free to the city, and access is logged.
2027 City Budget Adoption
The council finalized all 2027 operating and capital fund budgets, closing a roughly $2 million general fund deficit through cuts and rearranging. A resident warned the city should keep reserves high ahead of about $76 million in debt payments due by 2030.
2027 city budget and Community Development restructuring
The council got its first look at next year's budget, which closes a $1.8 million deficit through roughly $3 million in cuts — including folding the Community Development department into another department. Councilwoman Ross fought the change, worried residents will lose a familiar point of contact for grant help like wheelchair ramps, but the $500,000 in federal grant money and its programs will continue.
Sales tax revenue slipping
February sales tax revenue looked down 6.3%, but it's a software issue with the parish's new combined e-filing system — money is being collected, just delayed. Expect a rebound next month.
Rezone at 5301 East Texas Street
A fenced, lease-only truck storage yard near I-20 got its gravel-surface approval, with a concrete apron extended toward the highway; the board flagged concerns about hazardous materials near Barksdale's flight path.
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.
Rural King store at former Sears, Pierre Bossier Mall
Rural King's first Louisiana store is headed to the old Sears building at Pierre Bossier Mall, with outdoor equipment and building-material displays in the parking lot. The conditional use approval was the last step before closing on the property; the store could open in late 2027.