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Shreveport Voters to Head to Polls November 3

Residents will cast ballots for municipal offices and decide on a $60 million multisports complex bond.

Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Elections

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Shreveport voters will participate in municipal and district attorney elections on November 3, 2026. The ballot also includes a $60 million bond proposition intended to fund a new multisports complex in Caddo Parish.

Why it matters

These elections determine the leadership for Shreveport and the local district attorney office while deciding the future of significant infrastructure investment. The bond vote represents a major financial commitment for the community's athletic facilities.

There are seven candidates currently running for the office of Shreveport mayor. Caddo Parish residents will also weigh in on a $60 million bond proposal for the development of a multisports complex.

The players

Tom Arceneaux

He is the current mayor of Shreveport and is seeking re-election to a second term.

James Stewart

He is the incumbent district attorney who is campaigning for another term in office.

Tim Euler

He is a candidate who secured the Shreveport City Council District D seat unopposed.

Donald Nowatzke

He was a candidate for the Blanchard mayoral race but withdrew due to ineligibility.

The details

Incumbent Mayor Tom Arceneaux is seeking a second term against six challengers, while District Attorney James Stewart is running for re-election. Tim Euler has already secured the City Council District D seat as the sole qualifier, and the Blanchard mayoral race was altered by the withdrawal of candidate Donald Nowatzke.

Timeline

  1. October 20, 2026: Early voting begins.

  2. October 27, 2026: Early voting ends.

  3. November 3, 2026: Election Day.

  4. December 12, 2026: Runoff election date if no majority winner emerges.

Political Context

The upcoming contests follow standard Louisiana runoff election statutes, which necessitate a second round of voting if no candidate secures a majority. Opposition often arises from candidates advocating for different fiscal priorities regarding the $60 million municipal bond proposal.

Residents should note that early voting is available from October 20 through October 27 to accommodate participation before Election Day. Voters will also decide on the $60 million bond measure, which could have direct implications for future local tax obligations and community infrastructure.

The takeaway

Voters should review the list of candidates and the specific language of the multisports complex bond to prepare for the upcoming ballot. Early voting offers a convenient window for residents to cast their ballots before the November 3 deadline.

What happens next

A runoff election is scheduled for December 12, 2026, if no candidate in the mayoral or district attorney races receives a majority of the votes on November 3.

Further reading

For additional updates, visit the Shreveport Elections section.

Source note: This article includes information reported by KLAX 31 Alexandria.

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