Bossier Parish Police Jury Adopts 2026 Budget with Major Infrastructure Upgrades

The Bossier Parish Police Jury has approved its 2026 budget, focusing on projects that will shape the future of the parish. While routine expenses remain part of the plan, officials emphasized bold investments in infrastructure and critical systems.

Transportation Tops the List
More than $30 million is earmarked for road and infrastructure improvements. A major highlight is the East/West Corridor, with $17.5 million, much of which will be federal funds, dedicated to design, surveys, and right-of-way acquisition.

Other traffic upgrades include:

• $1.3 million for a Highway 157 traffic study in Haughton, with state funds.
• $4.5 million for capacity improvements on Bobby Byrd, Frank Staton, and a new turn lane at Airline Drive and Swan Lake Road.

“Improving our roads and corridors is essential for growth,” said Glenn Benton, Police Jury President. “The East/West Corridor and other projects will ease traffic, support economic development, and make travel safer for everyone in Bossier Parish.” Drainage improvements are also on the way for the Espanita neighborhood through the Louisiana Watershed Initiative, a $2 million federally funded project.

Courthouse and Facility Upgrades
To keep operations running during outages, the courthouse will get two 750 kW generators—a $1.8 million FEMA-funded project expected to finish within the year.
Other upgrades include:

• Replacing the 21-year-old automation system for HVAC and security ($1.5–$2 million)
• A $1.5 million plumbing overhaul at the Maximum-Security Jail to prevent leaks and improve water control
• Window repairs and other renovations, bringing total capital improvements to about $6.2 million

“These mission-critical upgrades ensure continuity of operations and strengthen security across our facilities,” said Benton. “This budget reflects our commitment to protecting taxpayer resources while preparing for the future.”