The Bossier City Council has been actively involved in various financial and personnel-related decisions during their recent meetings. These actions have significant implications for the city's infrastructure and workforce.

Key Financial Decisions

Barksdale South Water Main Project

The most expensive ordinance approved an increase of $283,631 in the project cost for the Barksdale South 24-inch water main and consolidation project. This not only boosts the budget but also adds seven days to the project's duration. Surplus funding from the water sector programs will be crucial in supplementing the water capital and contingency fund. This ensures the smooth progress of the water-related infrastructure work.

Northeast Wastewater Treatment Plant Generator Replacement

Another construction-related ordinance allocated an additional $52,379 from the sewer capital and contingency fund for the replacement of the Northeast Wastewater Treatment Plant generator. Such investments in essential infrastructure are vital for the city's sustainable development.

Citizens Bank Drive Pump Station Project Completion

The last ordinance of this category declared the completion of the citizens bank drive pump station project. It approved an additional $48,161 and added 96 days to the project's documentation. This amendment also left a surplus of funding to cover the extra costs, demonstrating the council's careful financial management.

Employee-Related Ordinances

New Chief of Administration Position

One ordinance created and hired a new position - the Chief of administration of the Bossier City Fire Department. This addition to the fire department's leadership structure is expected to enhance the department's operations and management.

City Clerk Salary Adjustment

The other ordinance amended the 2025 General Fund City Council Operating Budget to raise the salary of the current city clerk. This is to bring their salary in line with those of other city clerks across the state, with a $12,000 increase in 2025. Such salary adjustments are important for attracting and retaining talented employees.

Budget Shifts and Surpluses

City Prosecutor's Pretrial Diversion Program

One ordinance transferred $3,960 from the Diversion Special Revenue Fund to the General Fund to establish the administration of the City Prosecutor's Pretrial Diversion Program. This shows the council's focus on improving the criminal justice system and providing alternative solutions.

Fire Safety Trailer Donation

The other ordinance donated the fire safety trailer surplus from the Bossier City Fire Department to the East 80 Fire Department. This helps address a specific need within the fire service and ensures the efficient use of resources.