Shreveport Advances 2026 Water and Sewerage Fund Budget Amendment
Shreveport Water System, Louisiana · Meeting date: June 9, 2026 · Published: June 14, 2026
The Shreveport City Council moved forward with amendments to its municipal water and wastewater budget this week, alongside approvals for new residential infrastructure connections and water tower regulations.
Key points
- Council members advanced Ordinance 56, which amends the 2026 Water and Sewerage Enterprise Fund Budget.
- The city introduced a resolution to accept donated water and sewer main extensions from developers for the Lucien Field Estates Phase III project.
- An amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding water tower height regulations was advanced for final passage.
Full report
During its June 9, 2026, meeting, the Shreveport City Council advanced several administrative items related to the city's water and wastewater infrastructure.
Chief among the legislative items was Ordinance 56, which amends the city's 2026 Water and Sewerage Enterprise Fund Budget. The ordinance was placed on second reading for final passage.
The council also introduced Resolution 60, authorizing the Mayor to execute an Acceptance of Act of Donation with Wivi II and Land Development, LLC, acting through manager Justin M. Sevier. The agreement covers water and sewer main extensions and related facilities designed to serve Unit C and Unit D of the Lucien Field Estates Phase III development.
In related regulatory updates, the council advanced Ordinance 61, which amends the Unified Development Code to adjust regulations concerning water tower heights and landscaping requirements. Additionally, the council authorized a standard single residential connection to the municipal water and sewer system for a property on Mayo Road.
Further details regarding the specific financial adjustments to the Water and Sewerage Enterprise Fund were not disclosed in the meeting's agenda documentation.
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Source: City Council Meeting, Shreveport Water System