Senate Bill No. by Senator Seabaugh amends the governing structure of the Shreveport Downtown Development Authority by modifying the composition of its members. The bill retains the existing framework, which includes two nonvoting members—the mayor of Shreveport and the executive director of the authority—and seven voting members appointed by the mayor, subject to city council confirmation. Notably, the bill updates the nominating authority for one of the voting members, changing the designation from District 37 to District 38 for the state senator involved in the nomination process.

The bill aims to enhance the governance of the Shreveport Downtown Development District, which is responsible for the preservation, revitalization, and beautification of properties within the district. By refining the appointment process for the authority's members, the legislation seeks to ensure a more accurate representation of the local community's interests. The changes will take effect on August 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
SB285 Original: 33:38(C)(1)