The Bossier Parish Police Jury worked through a full agenda during its regular meeting Feb. 18, taking action on equipment purchases, new development plans, infrastructure upgrades and public safety measures affecting residents across the parish.
Jurors began the meeting by awarding a bid for a removable gooseneck trailer to Scott Equipment, approving the purchase to support parish operations.
During public hearing matters, the jury voted to raise the speed limit on Rebouche Road in District 6 from 15 mph to 25 mph. The lower speed limit had previously been enacted due to the presence of children in the area. Jurors said conditions have since changed, warranting the adjustment.
The panel also moved forward with a site plan for Logan Farms Unit No. 1, a development at the intersection of U.S. 80 and Hillcrest Circle. The project is slated to include the parish’s first Scooter’s Coffee location. Plans call for a new public roadway, drainage improvements and a right-in/right-out entrance, which will require permitting approval from the State of Louisiana.
Jurors noted that infrastructure considerations were central to the review process, ensuring that drainage and traffic access are properly addressed before construction moves forward.
Looking ahead, the Police Jury scheduled public hearings for April 1, 2026, to consider amendments to Chapter 122 (Sewage) for Consolidated Waterworks/Sewerage Districts 1 and 2. Proposed updates include technical corrections to references in Article III.
In personnel matters, Andy Holly and Doug Rogers were reappointed to the Bossier Parish Communications District #1, with new terms extending through March 31, 2029. The jury also confirmed appointments to the Library Board of Control, where the current president and vice president will continue serving in their leadership roles.
Jurors approved resolutions calling for June 27, 2026, elections to renew special taxes supporting South Bossier Parish Fire District #2 and Fire Protection District #7. Officials emphasized that continued funding is essential to maintaining fire protection services and equipment readiness.
The jury also adopted a resolution requiring water-withdrawing entities to contribute financially toward efforts to combat giant salvinia on Lake Bistineau. The invasive aquatic plant has long posed challenges for recreation, wildlife habitat and water flow in the area.
Two funding applications received approval during the meeting. Through the Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP), the jury endorsed an application to install automatic water meters in the Country Place Subdivision. Under the Community Water Enrichment Fund (CWEF), members approved an application for a new water storage tank at the East Central Water System Booster Station.
In additional infrastructure action, the jury voted to accept Edgewater Pass Subdivision Unit #2 into the parish road system and authorized an engineering agreement for Phase 2 improvements at the Dogwood North pump house.
By the meeting’s conclusion, jurors had addressed a wide range of parish matters — from neighborhood roadways to economic development and environmental concerns — underscoring the diverse responsibilities of the parish’s governing body.