Shreveport Voters to Decide on Two Ballot Measures

Shreveport residents will head to the polls on November 3 to vote on a sports complex bond and a property tax renewal.

Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in City Hall

Shreveport Voters to Decide on Two Ballot Measures

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Should your local government prioritize public infrastructure over new development projects in future tax measures?

Shreveport voters will decide on two ballot propositions on November 3, 2026, involving a $60 million sports complex bond and a downtown property tax renewal. Both measures face opposition from the Caddo Parish Libertarian Party and the Shreveport Police Officers Association.

Why it matters

Opponents argue that local government should prioritize public safety, water systems, and infrastructure improvements instead of these measures. The Shreveport Police Officers Association specifically contends that previous downtown tax collections have failed to yield the promised results.

The sports complex bond authorizes up to $60 million in debt with an initial 1.50-mill tax, while the 9.04-mill downtown property tax renewal is expected to generate $714,179 annually over 25 years. The bond debt is projected to span through 2050, and the property tax cycle continues through 2053.

The players

Caddo Parish Libertarian Party

This political group advocates for limited government and has publicly opposed the upcoming local bond and tax measures.

Shreveport Police Officers Association

This organization represents local law enforcement and has voiced opposition based on concerns regarding past tax collection performance.

The details

The sports complex proposition would fund construction through a 1.50-mill tax during the first year of issuance. Meanwhile, the downtown development tax renewal applies strictly to properties located within the Downtown Development District.

Early voting in Caddo Parish occurs in October 2026.
Voters will decide on the two ballot propositions on November 3, 2026.
Downtown development tax renewal collection begins in 2028.
The sports complex debt payment period ends in 2050.
The 25-year downtown development tax period ends in 2053.

Political Context

Opponents of the measures argue that local authorities must prioritize fundamental services like public safety and water infrastructure. This pushback highlights a broader conflict between funding ambitious development projects and addressing long-term maintenance of essential city systems.

If approved, property owners within the Downtown Development District will face a 9.04-mill tax renewal for 25 years. Residents will also be impacted by the 1.50-mill tax associated with the sports complex bond during its first year of implementation.

The takeaway

Voters will need to weigh the projected economic development against the potential for high interest costs and the claims that previous tax programs have underperformed. Residents should review the specific millage rates and project timelines to understand the long-term tax implications for their household budgets.