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Shreveport budget to focus on city streets, building improvements in 2025 | Louisiana

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Jacob Mathews | The Center Square – 2024-11-25 11:01:00

SUMMARY: The 2025 Shreveport budget emphasizes street improvements and blight reduction, totaling $689 million, a 6% increase from 2024. It includes a capital improvements budget of $1.46 million with $36 million allocated for new projects, financed by recently approved bonds worth over $250 million. These initiatives aim to revitalize business and job opportunities in the wake of reduced sales tax revenue in 2024. However, the budget projects a $7 million deficit, prompting reductions in other areas, including public safety funding, despite a mandatory 2% salary increase for police and fire personnel. Significant vehicle purchases for these departments are also not feasible.

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El Dorado host meeting to discuss Mattocks Park

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March 5, 2025

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www.youtube.com – KTVE – 2025-03-05 18:22:27

SUMMARY: A town hall meeting in El Dorado focused on improvements to Mattocks Park, part of the first Parks and Recreation community input meeting. The event aimed to engage residents on park safety, lighting, and interactive elements. Key speaker Michael Rogers emphasized the importance of safety measures and visibility, advocating for a foundational level of lighting across all city parks. The goal is to enhance park usability for the community, allowing recreational activities for all, regardless of program participation. Additional meetings will follow to further discuss improvements for other parks in El Dorado.

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Tracking our next round of strong possibly severe storms

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www.youtube.com – WDSU News – 2025-03-05 17:38:35

SUMMARY: Severe storms are anticipated as a new system approaches after recent strong weather in the area. Currently, a wind advisory is in effect, with gusts reaching up to 46 mph, calming slightly by evening. Temperatures are expected to drop into the 30s overnight, followed by a warmer day Friday with highs reaching around 76°F as clouds move in. Rainfall is likely Saturday, with stronger storms possible depending on the position of a warm front, which could impact storm severity. The forecast indicates potential rain again by Wednesday, presenting a roller coaster of temperatures and conditions.

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Remarkable Woman 2024: What Dawn Bradley-Fletcher has been up to over the year

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March 5, 2025

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wgno.com – Amy Russo – 2025-03-05 11:27:00

SUMMARY: WGNO is highlighting women in the New Orleans community throughout March, culminating in the announcement of “New Orleans’ Most Remarkable Woman 2025” on April 1, 2025. They recently checked in with 2024’s honoree, Dawn Bradley-Fletcher, CEO of the New Orleans Women and Children’s Shelter, who shared her recent transition to a larger facility to better serve community needs. Expressing gratitude for her recognition, she emphasizes the importance of inspiring others and creating opportunities. Bradley-Fletcher also enjoyed a VIP trip to Los Angeles, fostering connections with fellow women leaders and encouraging future honorees to embrace their impact.

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