SHREVEPORT, La. — Hand Construction has been selected to build Shreveport’s new police headquarters, marking a significant step forward in modernizing the city’s public safety infrastructure.
Founder and President Cayce Hand joined Mayor Tom Arceneaux to officially sign the construction contract, launching a major renovation and expansion of the existing police headquarters on Texas Street.
The current facility, built in the late 1950s, originally housed multiple city offices, city court, and the police department. After city offices relocated to Government Plaza in the mid-1990s, the police department occupied the entire building. City officials said the department has since outgrown the aging and outdated structure.
The project will remove several wings of the existing building while renovating the remaining four-story, 50,817-square-foot structure. Plans also include construction of a new three-story addition totaling about 14,998 square feet, with new parking and site improvements. Once complete, the facility will total approximately 65,815 square feet.
While not a historic preservation project, the renovation will retain original architectural features such as exterior masonry, terracotta details, and marble finishes. The upgrades aim to combine the building’s historic character with a modern, functional design for today’s law enforcement needs.
“This project means a great deal to us,” said Cayce Hand, founder of Hand Construction. “Building the new police headquarters is more than just a construction job. It is our way of supporting the men and women who serve this city every day.”
“For decades, our police officers have done critical work in a building that no longer meets the demands of modern law enforcement,” said Mayor Tom Arceneaux. “This new headquarters is about giving our officers the space, resources, and support they deserve and making a clear statement that Shreveport is investing in the future of public safety.”
Police Chief Wayne Smith said the new facility “will position the Shreveport Police Department among the very best in Louisiana,” citing improved technology, functionality, and morale.
Hand Construction has previously completed other municipal projects, including renovations at Shreveport Regional Airport and the relocation of Fire Station 13 on West 70th Street. More information about the company is available at handconstruction.com.