Mayor Arceneaux Submitted Shreveport 2027 City Budget

The proposed $679.9 million spending plan includes a 6% pay increase for local police and firefighters.

Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in City Hall

Isometric editorial illustration of a stylized water tower and geometric civic structures in muted colors, representing municipal infrastructure and city planning. — Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux presented a proposed $679.9 million city budget for 2027, featuring pay raises for police and firefighters. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Mayor Tom Arceneaux has presented the proposed 2027 city budget for Shreveport, outlining total expenditures of $679.9 million. The plan prioritizes public safety through compensation hikes while maintaining substantial operating reserves.

Why it matters

This budget aims to balance the provision of essential city services with fiscal responsibility by funding employee raises and capital projects. It serves as a blueprint for Shreveport operations while managing a current $24.7 million operating reserve.

The proposed 2027 General Fund budget is $337.6 million, marking a 1.8% increase over 2026. The city is also managing $1.2 billion in ongoing capital projects alongside $46 million in new allocations.

The players

Tom Arceneaux

He is the Mayor of Shreveport who is responsible for drafting and submitting the city's annual budget to the council.

Shreveport City Council

This is the legislative body tasked with reviewing and ultimately approving the city's municipal budget.

The details

The proposal allocates specific funds to key municipal departments, including $145.9 million for Water and Sewer, $26.2 million for Airports, $23 million for Solid Waste, and $21 million for SporTran. Police and firefighters are slated to receive a 6% pay increase, which is contingent upon the council's final approval.

December 1, 2026 is the date the pay increase for police and firefighters takes effect.
December 15, 2026 is the deadline for the City Council to adopt the budget.

Political Context

The budget submission follows established protocols under the city charter, requiring a thorough legislative review before final adoption. Opponents or council members may challenge specific allocations for capital projects or department funding levels during the two-month public review period.

Residents may see changes in city service funding levels or infrastructure investments once the final budget is passed. Additionally, the 6% pay raise for public safety personnel represents a significant commitment of taxpayer funds to local police and fire departments.

The takeaway

This budget proposal reflects the city's ongoing investment in infrastructure and public safety personnel. Residents should monitor the upcoming council review process for potential impacts on municipal service delivery.