The first regular agenda meeting of 2026 marked a significant transition for the Bossier Parish Police Jury, with the selection of new leadership and key appointments to guide the parish through another year of growth and progress.

Outgoing Jury President Glenn Benton officially passed the gavel to incoming Jury President Tom Salzer, District 11 Police Juror. Salzer presented Benton with a commemorative plaque in recognition of his leadership and service during the past year. “We are excited for Tom this year,” said Benton. “As always, he will have my support and the full support of the Jury as he leads us this year.”

Tom Salzer, who was appointed to the Police Jury on November 22, 2016, following the passing of long-serving juror Wayne Hammack, expressed his enthusiasm for the year ahead. “This will be my second time serving as president of the jury, and I am excited about the work we did last year, but I am looking forward to the work we will do this year,” said Salzer. “My goal is to make sure we use all the avenues we have, whether it’s federal or state dollars, to help move the parish forward, so that we can continue to build on the explosive growth we are experiencing here in Bossier Parish.”

Joining Salzer in leadership is District 5 Juror Julianna Parks, who was elected Vice-President. “I’m honored to have been elected by my colleagues to help lead the jury this year,” Parks said. “I look forward to working with the President, the other jurors, and our dedicated staff to solve problems and improve the lives of residents in Bossier Parish.”

In addition to electing new officers, the jury made several key staff appointments:
• Dr. Ken Ward was reappointed as Parish Administrator for a one-year term.
• Mrs. Stacie Fernandez was reappointed as Parish Treasurer for a two-year term.
• Mrs. Ashley Ezell was appointed as the new Parish Secretary for a two-year term.

The meeting also included the unanimous passage of several agenda items aimed at promoting the health, safety, and well-being of Bossier Parish residents.

For more information about the Bossier Parish Police Jury and upcoming meetings, please visit http://www.bossierparishla.gov.