Shreveport’s city dashboard launched, Tracks bond funded projects, unveiled this week

By: D.D. Reese
Published July 13, 2025

Shreveport’s first-ever Capital Projects Dashboard went live on July 11, offering residents a real-time way to monitor the progress of infrastructure upgrades funded by recent bond initiatives. Announced by Mayor Tom Arceneaux, the dashboard aims to enhance transparency and community engagement around $125 million in street repairs and $82 million earmarked for water and sewer improvements

The interactive tool features an easy-to-navigate interface that allows users to filter projects by district, category (such as roads, utilities, or facility renovations), and status. Each entry provides essential details, including estimated cost, funding source, timeline, and project location, giving residents a deeper look into how public dollars are being spent. Users can also flag issues or request updates directly through the platform, providing a two-way channel with city officials.

Mayor Arceneaux emphasized his commitment to openness. “The residents of Shreveport deserve to see where their dollars are going, and how those investments are moving forward,” he said, noting that the dashboard reflects the city’s dedication to accountability and progress. The development of the dashboard was led by the city IT department under the guidance of Shocker Creal, ensuring data is updated regularly by the engineering department.

Currently optimized for desktop use, the dashboard will soon include a mobile-friendly version to improve accessibility. This expansion aims to make project tracking more convenient for residents on the go.

The dashboard consolidates information from both the 2021 and 2024 bond issues, covering a range of capital improvements: from resurfacing neighborhood streets to upgrading aging water infrastructure, enhancing public safety facilities, and modernizing parks and municipal buildings.

Urban planners and community advocates have praised the initiative as a step toward rebuilding public trust through data transparency. “By providing clear, real-time tracking of infrastructure projects, the city is showing a new level of accountability and responsiveness to its citizens,” said one local civic leader.

City officials plan to promote the dashboard through public outreach and encourage residents to explore the tool. As major bond-funded projects move forward, the dashboard is expected to become an essential resource for civic engagement, enabling Shreveport’s community to follow, and participate in, the city’s growth and infrastructure improvements.