Shreveport, La. — The City of Shreveport is moving forward with the construction of its third police substation after approving a $1.79 million bid from Testament Construction to build the facility at Cedar Grove Park. City officials say the project reflects a long-term commitment to public safety, neighborhood investment, and stronger police-community partnerships.
“These substations reflect our commitment to stronger community policing and improved response times,” said Mayor Tom Arceneaux in a statement, underscoring that the projects were made possible by voters who backed the 2021 Public Safety Bond issue.
The Cedar Grove Park substation joins a series of recent investments in police infrastructure. The Monkhouse substation, which opened earlier this month, was described by Council Member James Green as a “major event for District F,” highlighting how residents are eager for increased police presence in their neighborhoods. Meanwhile, the North Market Street substation is still under construction, with completion expected by next spring.
According to city officials and Cpl. Chris Bordelon, the addition of these substations will have a direct and visible impact: they are expected to reduce response times, boost patrol visibility, and bring an economic lift to the areas they serve. Officials noted that placing officers closer to residents improves trust, allows faster deployment in emergencies, and supports broader community engagement programs.
Beyond day-to-day policing, the substations are also viewed as anchors for neighborhood revitalization. By increasing safety and stability in historically underserved communities, leaders hope the facilities will help attract small businesses, community events, and residential investment.
The construction of the substations complements another major milestone for the city’s police force — the $28.5 million headquarters facility, which was recently completed. Together, the headquarters and substations represent one of the largest modernizations of Shreveport’s public safety infrastructure in decades.
Mayor Arceneaux praised the partnership between administrations and residents that brought the projects to life: “I want to thank the Perkins administration for initiating this project through the 2021 bond issue, and I am grateful to the citizens of Shreveport who supported it. Our administration is proud to carry this work forward and deliver on this important investment in public safety.”
By late next summer, all three substations are slated for completion, creating a multi-station network that spreads police services deeper into the city. Officials say the long-term strategy is not just about reducing crime, but also about reshaping how the police department interacts with neighborhoods — emphasizing visibility, trust, and accessibility.
Originally reported by Black Chronicle.
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